We coordinate with your planner and production team and tackle the issue of rain together. Portraits move to the best indoor light; after dark, we lean into thoughtful tent lighting for gorgeous ambience.
How do you handle rain plans and tent lighting?
After years of photographing weddings, Chelsey and her team have identified what couples really need from a photographer on a wedding day – and have honed those offerings to be exceptional.
I serve Cincinnati, Chicago, Northern Michigan, Louisville & Lexington, Cleveland & Indianapolis, and coastal New England. Destination weekends beyond these regions are welcome with custom travel planning.
Where do you travel?
Editorial presence with lived-in warmth: natural direction when it’s helpful, documentary when it matters. Family portraits are efficient; the rest leaves room for movement, feeling, and atmosphere.
What’s your approach—posed or candid?
Most of my couples choose weekend-long coverage so the story feels complete from welcome party or rehearsal dinner, the wedding day, and a farewell brunch if you’re hosting one.
Do you cover entire wedding weekends?
Every celebration is unique. Saturday coverage typically requires an eight-hour minimum, and most couples invest more for full-weekend storytelling (rehearsal through farewell brunch). I’ll recommend a collection that fits your scope and timeline.
What is the investment?
Yes—this is my specialty. Estates and tents have their own logistics (power, flooring, weather plans) and incredible potential for intimate, editorial imagery. I’ll help you plan portraits, light, and flow so we can photograph beautifully without interrupting the day.
Do you photograph private estate and tented weddings?
Yes—we incorporate film into our wedding workflow.
Do you shoot digital only or do you also shoot film?
Coverage hours, a curated online gallery, printing rights, drone photography, and options for albums and additional events. Weekend coverage and bespoke add-ons are available by request.
What’s included in your collections?
Yes. I often work with my built-in second photographer, and we can incorporate aerial coverage where it’s appropriate and permitted.
Do you bring a second photographer or drone?
Absolutely. I partner closely with planners, production, and creative teams. If you’d like recommendations, I’m happy to share a curated list that suits your aesthetic.
Do you work with planners and preferred vendors?
12–18 months is ideal for peak seasons and private estates; if your date is sooner, please reach out—select weekdays and off-season dates may be available.
How far in advance should we book?
Yes. Engagement sessions are a great way to get comfortable together. I’ll share location ideas and a style guide so the images feel elevated and true to you.
