Photographs of love, joy, and moments of life that feel like a movie
Moody, cinematic, and deeply atmospheric, our photography renders the feeling within every moment — how it unfolds, how it lingers.
We create images that go beyond the surface and feel as immersive as the memories themselves.
Professional Photographer Servicing
Asheville | Weaverville | Hendersonville | Waynesville
AND SURROUNDING AREAS IN western NORTH CAROLINA
**WHAT'S NEW**
Creative Concept Sessions
This is where imagination takes over. Moody editorials, fantasy-inspired shoots, storytelling portraits, tarot concepts, vintage aesthetics, cinematic ideas — if you can dream it, we can create it. These sessions are fully customized and built around a vision that feels uniquely yours.
Seasonal & Limited Edition Sessions
Throughout the year, KISS Studios offers exclusive themed sessions inspired by nature, holidays, storytelling, and emotion. These are perfect for clients wanting something artistic, intimate, and memorable without committing to a full custom concept shoot.
Couples, Anniversary & Adventure Sessions
Love stories deserve to be documented beyond posed photos. Whether it’s an intimate mountain picnic, a castle escape, a waterfall hike, or slow moments at home, these sessions are about connection, movement, and preserving what your love actually feels like.
SPECIAL Requests
Not every story fits inside a traditional photoshoot — and honestly, that’s where the magic happens. At KISS Studios by Crystal Laney Rice, Special Sessions are designed for the dreamers, creators, business owners, lovers, artists, and wild souls who want something that feels intentional, cinematic, and unforgettable. These sessions are built to stand out, tell a story, and create imagery that actually means something.
Whether you’re launching a brand, celebrating a season of life, creating art, or simply wanting photos that feel like you, these sessions are crafted with emotion, creativity, and connection at the center.
Branding Sessions
Your brand deserves more than stiff headshots and forced smiles. Branding sessions are designed to capture the heart behind your business — the personality, passion, and energy that make people connect with you. From creative entrepreneurs and small businesses to artists and influencers, we create storytelling imagery that feels elevated, authentic, and powerful.
Ideal for:
- Business owners & entrepreneurs
- Creative brands & artists
- Social media & website content
- Product launches
- Lifestyle branding
- Personal brands
FAQ
How do I book a shoot?
Whether you’re planning a maternity session, boudoir experience, portrait session, or an intimate elopement, booking starts with filling out my inquiry form. Tell me a little about your vision, your preferred date, and the kind of story you want to capture. From there, I’ll guide you through availability, planning details, and everything needed to officially reserve your session.
What should I wear for my session?
What you wear should feel like an extension of your story. For maternity, flowing fabrics and soft textures photograph beautifully. For boudoir, choose pieces that make you feel confident and powerful. Portrait sessions can be styled anywhere from casual to elevated, while elopements often shine with timeless, movement-friendly pieces. After booking, I’ll help you plan wardrobe options so everything feels cohesive and true to you.
I’m nervous in front of the camera—what if I don’t know how to pose?
Most of my clients say this before their session. You do not need modeling experience. I’ll guide you every step of the way with natural direction that feels effortless and flattering. Whether we’re capturing the softness of motherhood, the confidence of boudoir, authentic portraits, or the emotion of an elopement, my goal is to create images that feel genuine—not stiff or overly posed.
When should I schedule my session?
For maternity, the sweet spot is usually between 28 and 34 weeks, when your bump is beautifully visible but you’re still comfortable moving around. Boudoir and portrait sessions can be booked whenever feels right, though earlier booking gives you the best choice of dates. For elopements, I recommend reaching out as soon as you have your date so we can plan around light, location, and all the meaningful details that make your day yours.
ABOUT ME!!!
KISS Studios
“Curated. Captivating. Completely You.”
From the moment I first explored my family’s old photos and home videos, I knew the power of capturing a memory. At KISS Studios, I turn life’s fleeting moments—maternity glow, intimate boudoir, cinematic portraits—into timeless images that feel like a movie. Every session is a story, every photo a memory preserved forever.
 
 
“A bespoke photography experience blending luxury, emotion, and artistry—crafted for those who want more than images… they want legacy.”
 
 
 
Let's document your story
Every person carries a story worth preserving—whether it unfolds like a love story between two souls or a quiet return to self after seasons of becoming. Photography gives that story a shape, a heartbeat, a way to be held in the light. It captures the stolen glances, the laughter that spills out too freely, the soft strength found in learning to love yourself again, and the tender moments that might otherwise slip away unnoticed. In the end, it is not just about creating beautiful images; it is about documenting the way love looks when it lives, grows, heals, and becomes unforgettable.