Ann Arbor Wedding Photographer
For all the real, unscripted moments you’ll experience on your wedding day
Totally, classic, always fun and oh so natural wedding photography
For couples in love in Ann Arbor, Metro Detroit, and beyond
Documenting true-to-life and true-to-you love all over Michigan and the Midwest
If having a wedding that’s all about the two of you is what matters most…
If connection, family and going your own way are at the top of your list…
Then you’re in the right place.
Because here’s where you’ll find Ann Arbor wedding photography that’s all about capturing you, your favorite people and the authentic love you have for each other.
Just as it is.
You want to savor every joyful moment, not get caught up in how perfect the table settings look.
You’re all about experiencing the love, laughter and glow of your special day, even if that means a little dirt on your outfit or a less than perfect cake (as long as it tastes good, right?).
Saying ‘I do’ to your
dream wedding, not
to expectations.
Because it’s not about showing off what you’ve got or making the grandest gestures of love for all to see. And it’s definitely not about how the Joneses did it (as lovely as their wedding was).
No. This is all about you two.
Celebrating how much you love each other in a way that feels most right to you. No theatrics, no stress, no ‘zilla. Just laid back, easy and fun love. Shared with those that mean the most to you.
Your love story. Your wedding. Your rules.
You’re looking for a wedding photographer who knows the score. You want classic, timeless images that’ll look great now and in the future. True to life, but full of color and fun. Natural wedding photos that don’t feel posed, and that feel like you, not a staged fairytale.
And you want a photographer who takes it all in her stride, but isn’t afraid to jump in and get involved where needed. You want someone who brings calm to the chaos of a wedding day, who won’t give you any bullshit and will say it like it is.
Ultimately, you want a Ann Arbor wedding & elopement photographer you can trust to capture it all on camera while you get on with the serious business of getting married and enjoying your day, whatever that looks like.
What you can expect from working together:
I’ve photographed 400+ weddings over the last 18 years.
Experience
Editing style that won’t leave you thinking “Why do my wedding photos look so dated?!” years later.
Clean, classic editing
Comprehensive coverage of your day- from the unplanned “in-between” moments to the grandma-pleasing portraits.
Well-rounded
A photographer that helps keep the day on schedule (while not being pushy), so you can focus on being present.
Detail-oriented and attentive
No overly stiff posing - wedding photographs that reflect who you are.
Natural, candid- looking
A source of zen on your wedding day, even if things go awry.
Calm, cool, and collected
Going to elope on Pictured Rocks? Or having an intimate wedding or elopement in the PNW? Count me in.
Willing to travel
"Chelsea is super easy going and flexible, but she didn't hesitate to give us her suggestions and let us know what would get us the best photos, which we appreciated so much! We would 100% recommend her to anyone!"
Hailey & Dan
About chelsea
she/her
The first thing I ever wanted to be was a bird.
No joke- I got up at kindergarten graduation and announced to the world that I wanted to be a bird. I eventually realized my inability to produce feathers was outside of my control, but that didn’t stop the disappointment of not achieving my goal. Although, “Ann Arbor wedding & elopement photographer to awesome, chill couples in love” does have a pretty nice ring to it.
Seriously though, I’ve been a wedding photographer pretty much my entire adult life. My camera is basically an extension of my hand at this point, so I figure I might as well make good use of it and take some incredible pictures while I can.
And getting to hang out with laidback, loved up couples like you is just the icing on my cake.
For the
Just-Engaged
(and Maybe Slightly Overwhelmed)
If you’re still figuring out your venue, or just started poking around the world of Michigan wedding vendors - It’s all good! You don’t have to have it all figured out to reach out. I’ve photographed weddings in downtown Ann Arbor theaters, Detroit lofts, Michigan barns, backyard gardens, art museums, libraries, and everywhere in between. If you need help narrowing down engagement session spots or sorting out a timeline, I’m always happy to share tips.
You can also browse through my blog for real wedding stories, general advice, and venue guides to help with the planning process.
Check out the tips & tricks section on my blog here.
