Investing in Your Memories.

Time goes by so quickly. All of a sudden kids are as tall as you, they’re graduating from high school or they’re off to college. I hear clients say all the time that they put off photos of the family and now years have gone by! It is so easy to forget to get a good family photo where you are included. It is a nice treat to have professional images done of you and your loved ones. Many of my clients are visiting San Diego with their families for reunions or a small get together, couples celebrating an anniversary, photos of the kids where the parents get to relax and watch or even dog parents wanting quality photos of their fluffy love. Many more of my clients  are just updating their yearly family photos for the holidays like Christmas, birthdays, or other milestones like graduation. Whatever your motivation for family photos, one thing you shouldn’t worry about is your photographer. You should feel comfortable, laugh, and even make an experience out of your session. With Chelsea V Photography, you will get to enjoy a stress-free session with full directions on posing, capturing the moments in between, and a smooth process with all the details.

What to Expect.

People don’t hire photographers just for their gear. When you hire a professional photographer, you’re asking for their insight and experience. During the session, you and your family will receive full instructions on how to pose, where to put hands, how to tilt your head, and help with little details like hair placement. With family sessions, I love to do posed photos and candid/lifestyle sets. This means we get to play and have fun as well as grab the classic smiling portraits. Most of the professional “candid” photos are actually fully posed and instructed! That is why it is so hard to get a photo like that on your own. That doesn’t mean stiff or forced smiles. It will mean I do some work with you to make you laugh, get to know your family, and try to find your personalities to show your relationship bonds. After we finish the session, I send you a gallery online with stylized adjustments and light editing. You pick your final images. In the final photos, I will do an additional clean up (retouch) and deliver them in high resolution digital files. You can also order prints that ship directly to your home.  At any point you’d like a zoom meeting or phone conference, let me know. Chelsea V Photography makes the planning process and photo selection easy on you, so you can show up and have some fun.

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Outdoor Sessions.

Most visiting families LOVE sessions at the beach! Other popular locations are Balboa Park, Midland Poway Railroad and Julian. Residents enjoy finding new locations like Rancho Penasquitos trails, parks with playgrounds, or seeing our beautiful cliffs and bluffs at places in Torrey Pines. Either way, Chelsea V Photography offers a variety of locations within and near San Diego. If you’re not sure where to start, just give a general idea (beach or park) and Chelsea will do give suggestions, research an area, or try to find a new spot for you. Outdoor sessions are one of the most popular family session requests. We have such beautiful weather in San Diego and so many iconic locations.

Outdoor sessions are highly recommended near sunset. Morning and other times available depending on the location. Chelsea carefully plans your session around lighting and tides. If you know you want a Saturday sunset sessions, contact as soon as possible especially during holidays.

Studio Sessions.

Air conditioning (or heater), no wind, no rain and a dressing room!? Wow, you guessed it. The studio is a perfect option for a more controlled environment. With solid color backgrounds and printed options, the studio allows for a cleaner look. You won’t have to worry about weather, wind, or finding a bathroom. More times are available, so you can work around schedules like kiddos’ bedtimes. Studio sessions are popular for residents and families that get yearly portraits. During the holiday season, Christmas themed sessions are available in studio or outdoors. Kids themed sessions with props are available in studio as well. The studio is located in Miramar near Mira Mesa. Chelsea V Photography, 7905 Silverton Ave, #107 San Diego CA 92126.

Studio sessions are available throughout the day Wednesday-Saturday. Saturdays book quickly during peak holidays and summer. Book ahead of time to secure your spot.

Professional Photographer at Your Next Event.

Chelsea V Photography offers event photography for return clients. Family reunion, vacation rentals, birthday parties, and more. The only event that Chelsea doesn’t offer is weddings! That is a whole other can of photography-worms. If you have never worked with Chelsea before, you can set up a zoom meeting to see if Chelsea V Photography is the right match for your event. If Scam Likely calls you on a regular basis, you’ll know why! =)
Inquire for more information.

Consultation and Planning included.

Include some information about you and your family. How many members? Anyone under 18 (kiddos)? Any pets? Have a location in mind? No worries if not! I am happy to help you.

Chelsea V Photography
858-952-8323
ChelseaVinfo@gmail.com
Studio (7905 Silverton Ave #107, San Diego CA 92126)