Hey, I’m chelsea
—brand + hospitality photographer, creative collaborator, and forever fan of moody lighting, good food, and small businesses that give a damn. I help restaurants, bars, boutique hotels, and makers show up with confidence through film-inspired photography that feels as real as it looks.
I’ve been behind the camera for over a decade—starting in weddings, where I learned to anticipate moments, chase light, and capture people exactly as they are. Today, I bring that same candid, cinematic approach to businesses who want visuals with feeling—images that move you, make you hungry, and make people stop scrolling.
Whether it’s a rebrand, a new menu launch, or monthly content to keep things fresh, I’m here to photograph your business in a way that’s honest, atmospheric, and just the right kind of bold.
If you’re building something beautiful, I want to help people see it.
what it’s like to work with me
Our shoots aren’t stiff, staged, or stressful. I show up with curiosity and a camera (okay, usually three) and meet your brand exactly where it’s at. I bring the creative direction and a personalized shot list so you don’t have to overthink a thing—we just make magic happen.
I work with natural light, chasing the textures, movement, and realness that make your business feel alive. Think: flickering candlelight, fresh herbs being plated, your team laughing mid-shift—those in-between moments that are the vibe.
And if you’ve ever said “I’m awkward in front of the camera”? You’re in the right place.
some of the stuff you’ll find on my personal instagram account eventually
I live in a small town on the Washington coast with my partner, Rick, and his kids. Most days you’ll find me with a coffee (beer more likely lol) in one hand, camera in the other, probably editing in a cozy bar or driving to my next shoot with a podcast playing and snacks in the passenger seat.
I love food—like, really love food. I’m the one photographing my plate before anyone touches it. I cook often, travel slow, and still romanticize the golden hour like it’s my job (because, well, it kinda is).
I’m not here to blend in. I’m here to make work that feels true to you.