A unique one-of-a-kind photography experience, that will leave you feeling confident and excited.
Natural & fully guided poses/prompts to leave you feeling confident and beautiful. No feeling awkward or stuffy! That's not how I roll. I will direct you every step of the way.
Full assistance with finding the best locations and hidden gems
Custom coverage based on your wedding day & needs.
Planning leading up to your wedding day, including unlimited zoom calls
to give your day the time it deserves
to sort out all the details you don't have time for
to make you feel confident
to help you find the best hidden gems
to make you feel seen and beautiful.
that will leave you stress free, the whole process
-Location scouting, to help you find the best hidden gems
-Planning, to sort out all the details you don't have time for
-Unlimited zoom calls, to make you feel confident
-Custom coverage / timeframe, to give your day the time it deserves
-Natural & fully guided poses and prompts, to make you feel seen and beautiful.
-A unique, one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you relaxed, and feeling like you're home
-Location scouting
-Planning, leading up to your wedding day (including: help in finding other vendors, custom timeline & shot lists
-Unlimited zoom calls & one in person meeting for locals
-Natural & fully guided poses and prompts, to make you feel confident and beautiful. No feeling awkward or stuffy. That's not my jam! I will direct you every step of the way.
-A unique, one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you relaxed, and feeling your absolute best.
-Location scouting
-Planning leading up to your wedding day (including help in finding additional vendors, custom timeline & shot lists.
-Unlimited zoom calls & one in person meeting.
-Natural & fully guided poses/prompts to leave you feeling confident and beautiful. No feeling awkward or stuffy! That's not how I roll. I will direct you every step of the way.
-A unique one-of-a-kind photography experience, that will leave you feeling your absolute best.
You deserve a wedding day you can really enjoy. When you hire me, you can relax- knowing you are in the best of hands (in the hands of someone who is an expert in the field & genuinely cares about you and your vision.
-I have ten years of experience photographing every different kind of wedding, you can imagine. From cliff top elopements to intimate weddings along the beach. I know what is a must, and what you should absolutely avoid to have a smooth day.
-I only accept 15 couples a year. This means that I am really thoughtful with each of my couples. You will never just be some number to me. I pour my heart and soul into making your wedding day the best freaking day of your life. Some of my past clients have become very close friends of mine, because I grow to really care about you.
-I am extremely empathetic & intentional. This is why the experience I provide is unique and wholesome. My goal is to make it feel like one of your friends is photographing your wedding.
When I say I care, I mean it.
As someone who had an intimate backyard wedding back in 2017, I know the pressures that are put on us to "do it the traditional way." I know the stress of trying to figure out who makes the cut for some big wedding guest list, even though you know that's not what you want. I know the anxiety of trying to sort out all the planning.
I'm here to help you enjoy your day. You deserve to relax, and appreciate the day for what it really is.
As someone who had an intimate backyard wedding back in 2017, I know the pressures that are put on us to "do it the traditional way." I know that heavy stress of trying to figure out who makes the cut for your big wedding guest list before you realize that's not what you really want. I have felt the anxiety of trying to sort out all the planning. I skipped the headache and did it my way, and you should too, because it's your day.
I am here to help you enjoy your wedding day, and the process leading up to it, as well.
"Cheleana was amazing to work with! Went above and beyond, listened to concerns we had, and even better, was able to control the family photo chaos on our wedding day. She stayed in constant contact with photo updates, and checking in about the wedding planning process. The actual wedding day, she battled the windy weather with grace, and got the most amazing photos. We look at them almost every day. Highly recommend her for shooting your wedding, it was well worth it, we are so grateful to have met and worked with her."
-Josh + Rachel Roberts,
Michigan micro wedding-Zola review
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You're not looking for a traditional wedding day package. So it's exhausting when all you're seeing are these generalized packages with a specified timeframe you're not sure you'll even need. Not to mention - the required add-ons, set up for a whole production.
That's where my packages differ, because they include what I know, hands down, every micro wedding needs - but the way I make it unique to each couple is by figuring out exactly how much time you need, and provide you with complete custom coverage & planning. Because you aren't every other couple.
+ On your wedding day, I will show up deeply
+ you will receive a customized timeline
+ I will capture your story with intention
+ We will form a kinship & trust
- Emma + Zack Hampton
Cheleana is not only a talented and hard working photographer, she is an amazing person. She makes you feel so confident throughout the entire process, and goes above and beyond to make her clients happy. Of all the booking choices I made for my wedding day, this was the best one! We adore her and her work."
Cheleana is not only a talented and hard working photographer, she is an amazing person. She makes you feel so confident throughout the entire process, and goes above and beyond to make her clients happy. Of all the booking choices I made for my wedding day, this was the best one! We adore her and her work."
- Unlimited coverage
- Planning & custom timeline
- Engagement session OR second photographer
- Location scouting
- Online, hand edited gallery
For the couples planning a meaningful & intimate day with their favorite 75 or less guests.
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- Unlimited coverage
- Planning & custom timeline
- Location scouting
- Online, hand edited gallery
We will jump on a zoom call & make sure we are the best fit. Because I only accept a limited amount of weddings, I want to make sure I am the absolute best fit for your day & vice versa.
I'll send out your proposal. This is where you will sign the contract & pay the retainer. You will then be guided, step by step throughout the entire process.
If you choose the engagement session route, you will be provided with my full guide & walked through the engagement session process.
Your sneaks are delivered within one week of your wedding. You full gallery is delivered in eight weeks! Each image is hand edited to perfection.
Micro wedding packages take 6-8 weeks, with sneak peeks delivered one week following the wedding date! Galleries can be expedited, for an additional fee. About 75 photos per hour is typical.
Your intimate day is one of the most cherished moments of your life, and my commitment to you is unwavering. In the unlikely event of an emergency of illness, please rest assured that I have taken all necessary precautions to ensure you receive the very best service and care.
I have a network of trusted professional photographers who share my dedication and style, ready to step in, if needed.
All micro wedding packages require a non-refundable retainer fee of $1,500 to hold their date. I do accept flexible payment plans!