Your wedding is one of the biggest, most beautiful days of your life. You deserve photographs that reflect exactly who you are, sentimental, adventurous, and timeless. As a Minnesota wedding photographer with over 9 years of experience, I believe in capturing every detail from dawn’s softest light to the last dance, with heart, elegance, and ease.
You love beautiful things, but even more, you value memories, authenticity, and connection. Maybe you’re adventurous, chasing light at golden hour or exploring new places. Maybe you’re sentimental, cherishing the quiet, meaningful moments. You want photographs that feel like you—not just something pretty. If you’re laid-back but appreciate artistry, we’ll create magic together.
What's Included? While our signature package begins at $4,200 for 8-hours of coverage, I do customize the experience based on your wants and needs.
Relaxed. Seen. Celebrated. At ease. You’ll be able to enjoy every moment because I’m taking care of the logistics: posing when it helps, offering direction that feels natural, helping things flow. I stay organized, calm, and detail-oriented so the photos come without stress.
Timeless + Authentic Photography Your day won’t just look beautiful, it’ll feel true. I shoot in a true-to-color style, preserving the tones, mood, and emotion naturally. No over-filters. Just honest moments, beautifully edited.
A Calming, Personalized PresenceI know weddings can be overwhelming. I’ve been told I bring a calming presence, helping bridal parties, families and you feel relaxed and confident. Think of me as part of the team behind a seamless, joyful day.
Attention to Every Moment & DetailFrom your invitation suite, to the flowers, to the laughing toast, to your first look, to the twinkling lights at the end of the night - I’ll be there, observing and capturing.
Editorial + Destination ReadyWhether your wedding is in Minneapolis, Hudson WI, the greater Midwest, or in a far-off destination like Siena, Italy, my approach blends editorial style with storytelling. Light, shadow, architecture, landscape, all the things that make your photos truly memorable.
My home base is in Winona, Minnesota, but I focus on the Twin Cities Metro (Minneapolis & St. Paul). I travel often across the Midwest, and to destination spots like Austin, TX, Salt Lake City, UT or wherever your love takes us. Wherever we are, I’ll turn your setting into a backdrop for memories that last.
Chelsea is an amazing person, very easy going, and listened to all of our wishes for our big day with an open mind and some great feedback. She captured all of our big moments better than we could have asked for. We are so grateful to Chelsea!
- Kay + Ryan
Chelsea has done photos for my son over the years and also family photo sessions. She is so bubbly and fun to work with! She takes your ideas and creates them into something fun and memorable. Highly recommend!
- Toni D.
I have worked with Sage River Studios multiple times now and have always been over the top pleased with the results! I have two small children and Chelsea is an absolute pro at finding fun ways for them to pose and producing pictures with smiles on their faces. I would highly recommend Sage River Studios and wouldn't go anywhere else!
- Taylor B.
Chelsea was absolutely amazing. She made us feel comfortable, had fabulous and creative ideas, and all of the pictures turned out so nicely. We highly recommend Chelsea!
- Claire K.
Chelsea has been amazing every time we work with her! She makes each experience personable and fun!
- Emily H.
Chelsea did an absolute fantastic job on both our engagement and wedding photos! She is down to earth, full of great ideas and simply GREAT at what she does! I will continue to recommend her to everyone I know!
- Karli L.
She really was wonderful! On wedding day she made sure the vibes were always great and allowed both parties to enjoy their time while making sure the bride and groom and pictures that would last a lifetime!
- Jason K.
I cannot say enough about how wonderful our experience was with Sage River Studios. Chelsea took both our engagement and wedding photos and both turned out beautifully. The turnaround to receive our photos was extremely prompt! She is calm, organized, and creative. We couldn't be happier with our experience working with her!
- Brittany K.
If I could leave more stars I would. Chelsea totally exceeded our expectations. She captured every moment we requested (2 page list) and more. Her creativity and flexibility were astounding. I would and have highly recommended her!
- Melissa R.
Chelsea is a pleasure to work with and very accommodating to whatever type of photos you're looking for. We've used her twice for maternity, and once for newborn family pictures and everytime has been awesome with the pictures turning out great as well! Will always suggest her!
- Jace B.
I had an amazing time working with Chelsea. Highly recommend! Got great pictures and she is very down to earth, friendly, fun person to work with and to have around on your special day. Very reasonably priced and gives fair price packages.
- Amanda K.
Your love is one-of-a-kind. Your photos should be too.
Your wedding deserves more than stiff portraits and group shots. You deserve images that make your heart skip a beat, the ones you show your children and grandchildren. If you’re ready to invest in art, in story, in beauty that’s both classic and uniquely you, let’s connect.
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