INFORMATION
Wedding Photographs That Matter
Let’s be real here.
Your wedding is an important occasion. In fact, it’s pretty damn special if we really get down to it.
But all those pretty details you’ve chosen, planned and worked hard over, the party, the dinner, the tower of cake and all the other details are only one part of what makes this day extraordinary.
Because when you throw into the mix that it’s the day the two of you stand up, face each other and say,
‘Hey, let’s do life as a married couple!’,
that turns it into something pretty frickin’ special, right?
That’s the stuff that makes this day worth remembering. And however you choose to celebrate it, with whoever you pick to witness it, is exactly what it should be.
I joyfully photograph weddings of all shapes and sizes, couples of all varieties and backgrounds, and love in all its forms right here in Ann Arbor and Metro Detroit, Michigan, as well as anywhere else you feel like inviting me.
Every wedding is totally unique. Partly because of the pretty details, but mostly because of you and your friends and family. And, in my experience, no wedding fits into the cookie-cutter mold of a set time to do all the things. For this reason, I keep things simple with one customizable base package and all the help you’ll need to make a schedule where you can spend quality time with friends and family, AND get all the portraits you want.
Because the most beautiful authentic moments happen when you’re not rushed for time, and when you’re least expecting them.
Full Day Wedding Coverage
STARTING AT $4800
All packages include:
A calm, collected and crazy-experienced photographer (Chelsea) who isn’t afraid to help keep the day flowing as it should
Planning, favorite vendor recommendations, and timeline consultations before the wedding day
Hand-edited images to digitally download, print, share and enjoy for years to come.
Optional additions include a second professional photographer, extra hours, an engagement session, and rehearsal coverage.
Intimate Wedding Coverage
Starting at $1500
Saying no to the big wedding and opting for something way smaller? There’s only one answer when you ask me if I shoot elopement photography, too. HELL YES! Because I totally get that some of you aren’t interested in all the fuss and fanfare of a big wedding with everyone you know. I’d love to talk about your plans with you and give you a good idea of how it all works.
Elopement and intimate wedding (under 25 people) coverage starts at a minimum of 2 hours ($750 per hour) and goes up to a maximum of 6.
Are You Going On An Adventure?
I love the adventure of the open road and will jump at any chance to travel and do the thing I love while I’m at it. Or, at one of these destinations the same time as me? Let’s do a session!
Love and adventure await!
April 10-14 - NYC
April 28- May 1- Houston, TX
July 2- July 17 - Tokyo, Japan
August 24- September 2- Burning Man
Other Offerings
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Engagement Session - $600
Engagement sessions are a great chance for us to get to know each other. I'll know how you work in front of the camera, and you'll know what to expect when we do your portraits on the wedding day.
Includes:
1-2 hour session at location within 25 miles of Ann Arbor
75+ hand-edited images with print copyright release
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Post-Wedding Session - $500
If the weather was too crazy on your wedding day or we didn't have enough time to get to a location you were hoping for in between events, bridal sessions are the answer!
Includes:
1-2 hour session at location within 25 miles of Ann Arbor
75+ hand-edited images with print copyright release
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Most couples book 18 months to 1 year from their wedding date. You’ll get your pick of vendors this way!
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To book a wedding date, I require a $1000 deposit and a signed agreement.
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Yes, via Venmo. Cash and check are also welcome.
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The balance on all packages is due 30 days before the wedding date. You are welcome to make payments up until the wedding. I will provide you with a receipt via e-mail.
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YES! I love to travel and have traveled as far as Paris for a wedding. Looking for a destination engagement session? Let's talk about the details!
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This depends entirely on the time allowed for photography, the size of your wedding party, and how many family photos you want… these all vary wildly on a wedding day.
Frequently Asked QUESTIONS
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Turnaround for online wedding galleries is roughly 6 weeks, depending on the time of year. I'll give you a rough estimate at the time of the wedding. Your images will be available immediately after they're finished via a digital download. You’re free to make prints, albums, etc. after that!
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I've shot in everything from wine cellars to dark apartments. I haven’t met a church or reception venue that I couldn't light!
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Of course! If you choose a package with two photographers, it'll be me and if you booked a second shooter, another professional photographer.
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Thankfully, I've never had this issue, and hope I never will. If your wedding day package includes a 2nd photographer (most people book this), the 2nd photographer would step up to document your day with no problem. They or I would also find an available 2nd to assist them. I'm very lucky to be a part of an amazing local community of photographers that I would be able to call on if needed. Ann Arbor is pretty great like that!
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Yes, please do! However, keep in mind that your wedding will have its own "Pinterest-worthy" photographs. Don't stress about creating moments or photographs that you saw online; let your day unfold naturally and you'll have your own amazing memories that will outshine any random photograph you saw on Pinterest.
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Yes, and a lot of couples do. If you’re just going to a location for photos, allow about 30-45 minutes per location, not including travel time to be there.