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Hi! If you're looking for a personable photographer that will keep you organized and prepared but still accidentally end up being your new friend, you're in the right place! I absolutely love photographing couples and getting all the detail shots. I was raised in Virginia Beach but now found my home in Richmond, VA. I travel all over Virginia and even throughout the United States for weddings. My style is light and airy with poses that turn into candids that you'll love looking back at throughout the years. Shoot me a message and let's work together to create your dream wedding photos.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files
Prints
Save the Date

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Albums
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date

Reviews of Chelsea Schmidt Photography

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Katie Sent on 04/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photos + price

Chelsea was our wedding photographer and I would highly recommend! Our pictures turned out absolutely amazing and Chelsea was a dream to work with. She was super responsive throughout the process and was a pro when it came to timeline planning. We were able to get pictures with everyone we wanted to, her posing suggestions were everything, and she kept us on time without being pushy. Prices were very moderate that fit into our budget. The package we went with included an engagement photo shoot at two locations. Cannot recommend Chelsea enough for your wedding, engagement, or family affair!
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David Sent on 08/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great Photographer!

Our photos are absolutely stunning! With so many to choose from & organized by the time of day they were taken we are able to relive our special day and will do so for years to come! Chelsea is great to work with, super responsive via text or email! Definitely recommend!
Erin
Erin Sent on 03/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Chelsea is the best!

Ok we love Chelsea. She has become my “go-to” for any special photos we need done, after the experience from start to finish for our wedding. Our engagement photos were beautiful, and she made sure we were comfortable. Gave posing tips, suggestions for things that would and would not photograph well etc. Before the big day we took time to plan shots and timeline. Chelsea followed it to a tee while also helping wrangle my *not so timely* bridal party at the same time. The photos are beautiful and we will cherish them forever. Chelsea is fun to work with but professional and also easy to work with in terms of discussing contract, how pricing works, options, everything.
Katey
Katey Sent on 09/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic experience with Chelsea!

Working with Chelsea for my wedding day was such a fantastic experience! As a COVID bride, I postponed my wedding twice and Chelsea was so understanding and easy to work with! She met with us multiple times before the wedding and made a detailed outline for the entire day which made the day organized and flowed smoothly. She even drove my husband and I to the reception site after we realized we were accidentally left behind at the ceremony site! HIGHLY recommend Chelsea for the wedding day!
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Rebecca Sent on 06/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding photographer!

Chelsea was wonderful to work with for our wedding! She met with us multiple times prior to the wedding, including touring the venue with us to scope out photo spots. She was there to answer any questions we had along the way and really made us feel at ease. Our engagement photos were beautiful and the sneak peeks we’ve seen of our wedding are lovely! Chelsea had multiple photos to show us the very next day. We cannot wait to see our full gallery! My husband and I recommend Chelsea to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 05/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Professional and efficient!

Chelsea did an amazing job giving direction for our engagement photos and on our wedding day. She had a second shooter come to capture the big day. Chelsea even sent us a sneak peak of a few photos the day after our wedding. If I have the chance, I will most definitely be hiring Chelsea again for other moments in our lives together!
Veronica
Veronica Sent on 04/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Chelsea Schmidt Phtography

Oh goodness! Chelsea wad the absolute BEST wedding vendor I had on my team! She worked with me (through thick and thin-cause seriously Covid), and was so flexible and responsive. She is literally the Boss Babe you need on your team! She helped me from start to finish, even creating a timeline with me. She knows exactly what it takes to get beautiful shots, and will tell you what to do (even if your a bit awkward like us!). Chelsea shot our save the dates, and our wedding for us. I HIGHLY suggest her!
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Heather Sent on 08/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Photographer Out There

Chelsea was the perfect fit for our wedding experience from the very beginning. She communicated with us well throughout the whole process of planning our big day. Our engagement session was great and made us more excited for our wedding. Even with a bit of rescheduling due to the pandemic circumstances she was there to help every step. She took control on the wedding day and with the help of a great second shooter was able to really capture the whole day perfectly. Our pictures are incredible and we would not change a thing. We were lucky to have her to document our day and highly recommend everyone to use her for your day as well!
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Chelsea Schmidt Photography frequently asked questions

Chelsea Schmidt Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
Chelsea Schmidt Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
Chelsea Schmidt Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Traditional
Chelsea Schmidt Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Chelsea Schmidt Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
Chelsea Schmidt Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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