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Flightless Bird Photography

Flightless Bird Photography

Blowing Rock, NC
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    Cassie H. Sent on 12/18/2022
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    Truly Amazing!!

    Where do I even begin?? Chelsea & Steven were hands down the best photographers we could have had capturing our wedding. They made everyone feel comfortable behind the camera and made sure to capture the most unique & precious moments from our day. Words are truly not enough to express Chelsea and Steven's talent. Their creative vision and attention to detail is so impressive. There photos and videos tell such a unique story & they were truly able to capture the feeling of our special day so that we can relive it over and over again, forever! They took every single bit of stress off of us when it came to all photo/video needs. We got to sit back and soak in our day while they were making magic happen behind the camera.

    We were truly SO lucky to have Flightless Bird capturing our day. Words will never be enough to express how thankful we are! We love you Chelsea & Steven, you will DEFINITELY be seeing us in the future for all our photo needs as our family grows!
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    Sydney S. Sent on 11/14/2022
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    Chelsea and Steven were an absolute dream to work with!

    Chelsea and Steven were an absolute dream to work with! They were both very professional and great at making everyone laugh to get those amazing candid photos at our wedding. They made us both feel super comfortable/relaxed in front of the camera. If you are looking for a photography team to get ever aspect of your wedding or any event, while also making it fun, I HIGHLY recommend working with Chelsea and Steven! We look forward to working with them in the future.
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    Elizabeth H. Sent on 12/23/2020
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    Amazing photographers

    Chelsea and Steven are the dream team! They are very responsive, easy to work with, and so wonderful at what they do. We knew we wanted to hire them from the first moment we laid eyes on their online gallery, but once we had our first conversation with them there was no doubt they would be the perfect fit. Every single one of our wedding photos is so magical, well thought-out, and captures us so well. My wife and I are so glad we get to relive our wedding day forever with these gorgeous photographs, and would definitely recommend Flightless Bird to anyone looking for breathtaking pictures taken by truly top notch folks.
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    Logan Y. Sent on 10/23/2022
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    Incredible.

    Chelsea and Steven were the absolute dream team to have as photographers at our wedding. My husband, Mike, and I have always felt uncomfortable behind a camera, yet somehow, these two managed to capture photos of us that were beyond our wildest imagination. They are both so down-to-earth, patient, honest, and above all, so passionate about what they do, which is reflected in their work. Their creative vision and keen eye for detail is so impressive. They have a unique sense of storytelling through their photos and videos, capturing all the genuine moments and allowing us to relive the best day of our lives over and over and over again. Most importantly, they took EVERY ounce of stress off us in terms of photo/video because we didn’t have to think twice about what photos needed to be taken or wondering if they were getting everything we wanted. We just got to sit back and truly enjoy our wedding day, knowing they would find us to take specific pictures if they saw fit- or just give us a chance to step away from everything to spend time together, capturing all of those intimate moments- and that their eye and vision would be infinitely better than anything we could imagine. There’s no words for how grateful we are to have had Chelsea and Steven as our photographers and have no doubt that we will use them again for ALL photography needs in the future.
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    Caitlyn L. Sent on 12/18/2021
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    Detailed! Fun! They Know what they’re doing. Chelsea and Steven are the absolute bes

    Wow wow WOW! I am so impressed with flightless bird. Their attention to detail and Exquisite eye for photography is one you can’t beat. If you’re looking for a husband and wife team who can capture every moment of getting ready for your special day pick them! From your dainty Wedding earrings to scenic lookout portrait shots, to moody woodland vibes - these guys go above and beyond to capture every second of your wedding day. They took pictures I wasn’t expecting and exceeded my expectations (which were high because I mean just look at their work!) You will not regret choosing them! Not only are they extremely professional They are also down to earth and by the end of your experience they feel like family. 💕

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Oh my goodness, THANK YOU. Crying... You two are so sweet. Loved working with you guys and getting to know your people. You all were wonderful. Wishing you nothing but the best! Can't wait to catch up!
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    Emily C. Sent on 12/08/2021
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    The dream team!

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about Flightless Bird Photography. Chelsea and Steven were so sweet and helpful throughout the entire wedding process. Chelsea helped with so much, from the wedding timeline to keeping me calm throughout the day. Steven made the pictures so fun for all of the groomsmen who would normally not enjoy having to take all of those pictures. We had a crazy storm and power outage on our wedding day and they somehow made it beauty out of the chaos, all while making sure we were as relaxed as we could be. I also really appreciated how Chelsea addressed my 5 year old flower girl by her name and spoke directly to her. She made her feel so special. My family had so many positive things to say about Flightless Bird Photography. Our venue owners were also absolutely obsessed with the team and their style. Both our engagement and wedding photos are absolutely beautiful and something we will cherish forever. I plan to recommend this team to all of my friends in need of photography in the future and we will certainly continue to use them throughout our life for family pictures.

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    This is beyond sweet! Thank you so much. You two were wonderful to work with, and your group was so much fun!
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    Kristi A. Sent on 02/01/2022
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    Stop looking and book Flightless Bird for your engagement/wedding!

    Chelsea and Steven were incredible from the start. Not only do they give you hundreds of lovely photos, they make you FEEL great during the sessions. My husband and I have never felt comfortable in front of the camera, but we had so much FUN working with Flightless Bird for both our engagement photos and wedding. Steven even saved our bridal attendant from a llama! They are extremely fast at responding to emails/schedules and are just a phone call away if you have questions. I can't get over how much we love our photos. Flightless bird gives you photos that are true works of art and you know you're getting a crew that has amazing vision for this profession. Honestly, stop your endless searching for wedding vendors and email them :)

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Thank you so much Kristi! Your wedding was perfect - llama attack and all! :) We can't wait to work with you again in the future! Hope you two are doing well and enjoying married life!
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    Melanie F. Sent on 01/17/2022
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    Beyond Expectations

    Book them now! They are amazing and so fun to work with. I am super awkward at posing but Chelsea and Stephen made me feel comfortable and helped guide me!
    The photos were beyond my expectations and the wedding video was totally worth the money!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Ahh, love you guys so much! Thank you very much for the sweet review. Loved every minute of working with you. :)
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    Bethany L. Sent on 11/27/2020
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    Like old friends!

    As a wedding planner, I recommend and work with Chelsea and Steven often but hadn't had the chance to be behind their camera myself. This week we had a shoot with them and we couldn't have been happier! They are so much fun to work with and help you feel comfortable behind the camera. It was freezing and they made sure we had coat breaks and took care of us so well. Chelsea has such a kind spirit and Steven is hilarious- they are a great duo to be around! I would recommend Flightless Bird to anyone.
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    Koren H. Sent on 10/29/2021
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    The absolute best!

    Flightless Bird is absolutely incredible! I cannot recommend them highly enough. Chelsea and Steven are talented, professional, and so much fun to work with. Both our engagement session and our wedding had some unexpected rain and instead of letting me panic, Flightless Bird made the experience fun and turned the photos into absolute magic!! You will NOT regret hiring them for your wedding or any other special occasion! LOVE them!!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Thank you so much for writing this review, Koren! We love you two and hope you are doing well! Your wedding was a DREAM.
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    Tiffany Sent on 12/27/2014
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    I hired Chelsea to do my college graduation pictures and was so impressed! She gave me unique poses and a wonderful attitude, leading to beautiful shots. Thanks Chelsea!
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    Tiffany F. Sent on 04/05/2020
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    They are the best!

    Chelsea has taken photos of me several times and I’m more impressed each session! She is wonderful at what she does and so easy to work with while shooting! I’m thankful for the memories she’s captured

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Thank you, Tiffany! Working with you is always a pleasure. :) Can’t wait for next week! Have an awesome day!
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    Erin Sent on 10/11/2020
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    The most amazing people to work with. BEAUTIFUL photography!

    Chelsea and Steven are such amazing people and we’re just a joy to work with. They are flexible and understanding as well as so precessional and talented. 1000% would recommend and we will be using them again!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Thank you, Erin! Working with you two was unforgettable. You’re such great people. We couldn’t have handpicked better clients.
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    Catherine Sent on 12/15/2018
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    Truly Amazing

    Picking Chelsey to be my Photographer for our wedding was the best choice I’ve made! She was super helpful in planning the flow of the evening and walking me through what to expect and when. She helped me decide how many hours I’d need and what shots would be perfect for my taste. Her editing style has so much mood and emotion to it, you can feel the love and time she spent truly capturing your day. My husband at the time didn’t understand the importantce of a great photographer until she arrived. Afterwards he stated “she was always around capturing the moments I’d find myself thinking if only I had a camera!” My album definitely did not disappoint! Her price range are perfect and she truly has a package for everyone! You will not be disappointed if you choose flightless bird photography!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Working with you was a dream! I love that you two love your pictures. Being part of your day was so special.
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    Brittany R. Sent on 10/15/2020
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    Our guests loved them!

    My new husband and I both loved working with Chelsea and Steven. After seeing their impressive portfolio online, I loved their candid yet romantic style. In talking to Chelsea initially, she was so organized with her questions and really helped me figure out both my timeline and setting to make sure our photos were what I was hoping for. We had a "destination" wedding and in managing both this and the COVID-craziness, they had great suggestions and were way more flexible than I could even have hoped. In regards to COVID, they were very respectful of our wishes in regards to masks and social distancing and were sure to discuss anything they weren't sure of with us prior. Both she and Steven were very nonintrusive on our day... yet somehow were everywhere! Our guests kept mentioning how they loved that someone would take a picture with a cell phone, then one of them was there to also capture the moment. Our photo preview is breathtaking (oh dreamy fog!) and I'm counting down the days to see the rest. I'd highly recommend these two for weddings or family shoots... we're already planning to make the three hour drive to have them do more shoots for us in the future!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Gosh I love you two so much! I’m so glad you had such a great experience with us. Working with you was a dream!
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    Ali H. Sent on 11/09/2020
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    Amazing experience

    Hiring Flightless Bird was the best wedding decision that we made. Our photos came out to be absolutely beautiful. 10/10
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    Emma S. Sent on 07/15/2020
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    Absolutely amazing!

    My husband and I got married in the middle of COVID restrictions and had to change our wedding completely with only 2 weeks to plan. Chelsea & Steven supported us and kept us sane all the way through and helped make every dream a reality. To say they made our wedding seamless is an understatement! We are so thankful we found them and have so cherished the memories they've allowed us to keep forever!
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    Brenda B. Sent on 04/26/2020
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    Amazing Experience with Flightless Bird Photography!

    Rain or shine- Chelsea captures the moment beautifully! She and her husband Steven make a perfect team!! We love all our photos from our wedding day and the engagement photo session. We highly recommend Flightless Bird Photography!!!!
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    Allie Sent on 05/22/2019
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    Amazing photograph duo!

    Chelsea and Steven went above and beyond our expectations on our wedding day.. From making us feel completely comfortable like friends instead of it being like a job for them, to helping us get things set up perfectly, and working around our wild kiddos.. our day wouldn’t have been the same without their awesome skills! 10/10 recommend

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    You are so kind! Working with you was a dream. You have such a beautiful family, and being there to witness and photograph your day was PERFECT.
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    Jill Sent on 12/18/2019
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    Best choice I made for my wedding

    Chelsea and Steven are amazing! They captured every moment perfectly. I can't wait to look at these pictures for years to come.
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    Christin H. Sent on 06/18/2019
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    Absolutely fantastic

    5 stars is not enough for Chelsea and Steven. I highly recommend Flightless Bird Photography. They are an incredible team. Very personable, friendly, professional, easy to work with, and take amazing photos!!!!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    You are THE BEST. Thank you for such a sweet review. We loved being part of your day and can't wait to hopefully work with you for family sessions in the future!
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    Jeremy B. Sent on 07/03/2019
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    Highly recommend this team!

    Chelsea and Steven make for one amazing team! My wife and I were planning our wedding ourselves and Chelsea made it easy for us by providing us with a detailed questionnaire that made the day-of photos much easier. Prior to the wedding, we met with her and she was so quick to respond and answered all of our questions and eased any anxiety we had about the whole process. On the day of, Chelsea handled the bride and bridesmaids and Steven took care of the guys. The photos were all absolutely incredible. Their creativity and fun personalities made the whole experience wonderful. I can't recommend this amazing team enough! We will definitely use them again for any photography in the future!
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    Michael A. Sent on 04/13/2019
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    Absolutely perfect!

    Chelsea and her husband Steven were amazing! We used them for our engagement, bridal and wedding pictures. Their work is incredible from finding just the perfect shot all the way to her incredible editing. What I think really sets them apart though is there personalities, by the end of our reception I felt like the were friends we invited to our wedding rather then photographers. Highly recommended!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Nicole! Thank you so much for the sweet words! We so enjoyed being part of your wedding and can't wait to see you soon! :)
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    Sabrina Sent on 03/10/2019
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    Amazing crew!

    Chelsea and Steven were such a pleasure to work with! They are extremely flexible, organized, fun, and talented! We loved having them at our wedding and celebrating with us and feel as though we are reliving each part of our special day whenever we scroll through our photos. The prices are fair for what you receive and you will have all of your friends wanting to work with her when the big day is over! I highly recommend Flightless Bird Photography!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Thank you so much for the kind words about our work and for being so amazing to work with! We just love you.
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    Dana Sent on 02/26/2019
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    Fantastic Photog And So Sweet!

    We're all absolutely in love with the photos Chelsea took of our wedding. She's professional but also so creative and fun to be around. Our portraits turned out beautifully because of her! She's a fantastic photographer and so sweet to work with; she answered all of our questions and emails quickly and left no doubts that we had picked the right person for our wedding day. Also, the turn around on our pictures was so fast!
    We cannot recommend Flightless Bird enough!

    Flightless Bird Photography's reply:

    Thank you so much, Dana! You're giving me all the feels! It was such an honor to work with you. I hope you two are enjoying newlywed life!
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