Photography & Visual Storytelling

Visual stories
that move
people to act.

Film-inspired photography meets data-informed strategy. Every session is built with intention — and every frame earns its place.

12+ Sessions Delivered
4 Service Verticals
2 Weddings Covered
100% Client Satisfaction
Spencer Cai — Spencer Visual Photographer
Digital
Fujifilm X-S10
Fill Light · Softbox
Film
Instax Mini · Olympus Camedia
Pentax IQZoom 35mm
About Spencer Visual

The story
behind the lens

"Most photographers capture what you look like.
I capture how you make people feel."

I'm Spencer — a St. Louis-based photographer with a background in Business Analytics and Customer Analytics. That combination is not accidental. I approach every shoot the way a strategist approaches a campaign: with a clear understanding of the audience, the message, and the result the image needs to drive.

Whether it's a courthouse elopement that deserves to feel as significant as a ballroom wedding, a graduation portrait that captures four years of work in a single expression, or a brand shoot designed to stop a scroll — every frame I deliver is built with intention. Not volume. Intention.

I shoot across formats — digital, instant film, and 35mm — because different moments demand different textures. A Fujifilm X-S10 for commercial precision. An Instax Mini for a wedding moment that deserves to be held, not just viewed on a screen. An Olympus Camedia or Pentax IQZoom when the grain itself is part of the story.

This is what I mean by visual storytelling: not just beautiful photos, but images that communicate something real, to the right person, at the right moment.

Wedding & Ceremony Graduation Family & Pets Dating Profile Personal Brand Product Photography Business Shoots Automotive
Services & Pricing

What we offer

Every session includes a pre-shoot consultation, professional editing, and a private delivery gallery. All prices reflect the full experience — not just the photos. Invoiced via Square · 50% deposit at booking.

Life & Portrait Sessions

Documentary precision. Cinematic heart. Whether it's your wedding day, graduation, or family — these moments deserve to look exactly as significant as they feel.

01
Elopement & Courthouse
Intimate ceremonies captured with full attention. Includes pre-shoot consultation and private gallery.
$350 10 edited photos
02
Small Ceremony
Up to 30 guests. Coverage includes ceremony, family formals, and candid reception moments.
$550 20 edited photos
03
Half-Day Wedding
4–5 hours of full-day coverage. Getting ready through reception. Cinematic edit included.
$750 30 edited photos
04
Graduation Session
Cap & gown or casual. On campus or at your favorite St. Louis location. You earned this — let it show.
$120 20 edited photos
05
Family Portrait
Any size, indoor or outdoor. Relaxed and natural — no stiff poses, just your family as they are.
$150 25 edited photos
06
Pet Session
Dogs, cats — personality-driven portraits that capture who they actually are, not just what they look like.
$80 15 edited photos
Add-ons: Extra edited photos +$10–15/photo · Raw files +$80 · Additional time +$50 per 30 min

Personal Brand & Presence

Your image is your first impression — on a dating app, on Instagram, in someone's DMs. These shoots are built to perform, not just to look good.

01
Dating Profile — Single Style
Choose from: Cafe & Lifestyle · Outdoor & Adventure · Athletic & Active · Urban & Professional. Optimized for Hinge, Bumble & Tinder.
$120 per style
02
Full Profile Build
2 styles + profile coaching + upload strategy. Includes which photos to lead with and how to order your lineup for maximum matches.
$200 25 edited photos
03
Portrait Session
Headshots & lifestyle imagery styled for your feed. Clean, editorial, and scroll-stopping. For Instagram, LinkedIn, or personal brand.
$150 25 edited photos
04
Travel Content Shoot
Location-based shoots designed for Reels and Stories. Multiple looks, multiple setups — content batching done right.
$150 25 edited photos
05
Content Day
Half-day shoot with multiple outfits and locations. Best for creators building a monthly content library. 30+ edited photos.
$280 half day · 30+ photos
06
Strategy Consult Add-on
Caption direction, posting schedule & hashtag strategy tailored to your niche. Add to any Personal Brand session.
+$50 add-on
Add-ons: Extra edited photos +$10/photo · Raw files +$80 · Additional time +$50 per 30 min

Business & Commercial

Google listings, Shopify stores, Yelp pages, and ad creatives — your visual assets are working 24/7. They should be built to perform.

01
Storefront — Grand Opening
Interior + exterior coverage. Google Maps, Yelp, and social ready. Perfect for new businesses launching their online presence.
$149 30 edited photos
02
Food Photography
Menu dishes and hero shots designed for appetite appeal. Styled for social, delivery platforms, and print.
$180 30 edited photos
03
Store + Food Bundle
Full restaurant or cafe package in a single visit. The most cost-effective way to launch or refresh your visual presence.
$280 30 photos · best value
04
Product Stills
Skincare, candles, apparel, jewelry, supplements. Studio-quality stills for up to 5 products — ready for Amazon and Shopify.
$200 up to 5 products
05
Product + AI Edit
Product photography + AI-generated background compositing. Ideal for ad creatives and platform-optimized listing images.
$280 AI enhanced
06
Construction & Roofing
Before & after documentation, jobsite coverage, and team portraits. Trust-building visual content for home service businesses.
$200 trust-building content
07
Automotive — Listing Basic
15 edited photos covering all standard exterior angles — perfect for Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and private listings. Delivered via private gallery within 7 days.
$80 15 edited photos
08
Automotive — Listing Pro
30 edited photos including exterior, interior, and detail shots. Optimized for CarGurus, AutoTrader, and serious private sales. Includes one round of revisions.
$150 30 edited photos
09
Classic & Collector
40–50 edited photos for antique, vintage, or premium used vehicles. Full documentation — exterior, interior, engine, details, and storytelling angles. Ideal for Bring a Trailer, collector auctions, and high-value private sales.
$250 40–50 edited photos
Add-ons: Extra edited photos +$10/photo · Raw files +$80 · Additional time +$50 per 30 min · Automotive AI Background Enhancement +$50 (studio-quality white or custom background replacement for all exterior shots)

Bundles & Packages

Starter
Single Session
1 service · professionally edited · 1 revision round · Square invoice · private delivery gallery
From $80
Base rate
Best Value
Brand Full Kit
3 services · 100 edited photos · AI-enhanced edits included · full strategy deck
$499
Maximum coverage
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Free consultation · 50% deposit at booking · Balance due on session day · Raw files available +$80

How It Works

A session in four acts

From first message to final gallery — here's what working together looks like. Every step is intentional. Nothing is left to chance.

01
Intake
I read through every detail of your booking request — carefully. You'll receive a personalized email confirming scope, location, and what to expect. If you'd like a quick text or call beforehand, that option is always open.
02
The Shoot
On session day, I direct with confidence but keep it natural. I work with intention, not volume — every angle is chosen, not accidental.
03
Edit
Film-inspired post-processing. I curate the best frames and apply a consistent, warm grade that holds across every image in your gallery.
04
Deliver
Private gallery link within 5–7 business days. Invoiced through Square. One revision round included — because your satisfaction is non-negotiable.
Selected Work

Stories we've told

Every project below started with a conversation and ended with a visual asset that did real work in the world — driving matches, sales, attendance, or memory.

001
Wedding & Ceremony
City Hall Elopement — St. Louis
002
Graduation
Cap & Gown Session — WashU
003
Personal Brand
Creator Content Day
004
Product Photography
Aromatherapy — E-Commerce Stills
005
Business
Restaurant Grand Opening
006
Pets & Animals
Pet Portrait Sessions — Outdoor
007
Automotive
Vehicle Showcase — Classic & Modern

Full portfolio · Updated weekly

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Client Stories

What they say

★★★★★
"Honestly had no idea how to take graduation photos — Spencer made it so easy and the shots came out better than anything I'd seen from my classmates."
M.L.
Graduation Session · WashU 2025
★★★★★
"Our courthouse wedding felt just as special as a big ceremony. The photos are beautiful and we'll have them forever. So grateful we chose Spencer."
J & K
Wedding Session · St. Louis 2025
★★★★★
"More reviews on the way. Ask about our early client rate — limited spots available each month."
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Let's tell
your story

Whether you're planning a wedding, building your brand, or just curious about what's possible — send a message. I read every inquiry carefully and follow up by email with everything you need to know. No calls required unless you want one.

Location St. Louis, MO · Available Nationwide
Instagram @byspencervisual
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Choose your session type and a time that works. I'll review your request thoroughly and confirm every detail by email — what to wear, what to bring, what to expect. No consultation call required. If you'd like a quick text or phone check-in first, just mention it and I'll make it happen.
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Free consultation · No payment until confirmed
50% deposit at booking · Balance due on session day