Summit to Sea - Videographer + Photographer

05/06/2024

In just 5 short days, I'll be back in the place that has lived in my soul since the first time I saw it back in 2021. Filming J & Vs elopement felt like a once in a lifetime dream and now I get to go back with another amazing couple and my sidekick .

Yosemite, here we come!

11/05/2024

A week ago these two got married in the mountains outside of San Diego and it was one of my favorite days yet. It was so special getting to capture their day and be with my cousin who was the maid of honor at the same time!

They wanted all the raw moments captured with no poses except for a few family photos and I, of course, was 100% in.

Going to be reminiscing about this day for a long time. ❤️

20/04/2024

It's wedding day for these two!

25/03/2024

I've experienced a lot of firsts with my couples and a blizzard was definitely one for the books. M & B dreamed of a snowy elopement and mother nature definitely delivered.

Being prepared for an adventure elopement is the *most* important thing. We expected a little bit of snow but we planned for tons of snow to be safe and we are so glad we did! Yaktraks, hand warmers, and hot soup saved us from turning into ice sculptures.

13/03/2024

I get asked a lot what my favorite part of a wedding day is and it's always a hard question to answer. But when I look through galleries, it's always the in-between moments that stand out to me. Even in life, it's easy to overlook the simplicity of an in-between moment. Riding in the car to get some food, waiting for an event to start or for your food to be ready, or simply walking from point A to B.

On a wedding day, there is so much in the in-between moments. Anticipation, joy, calm, excitement, nerves - it is all there and such a big part of the day that might not always be remembered. I love capturing those moments the most because you can't fake them and they elicit a real memory of the day.

12/03/2024

My birthday is in a few days and I'll be 34. If you had told 24 year old Chelsi that I'd be traveling around and photographing and FILMING couples elopements and weddings I would have laughed and then cried with happiness. I always knew my 30s would be where I began to really find myself and do what made me happy and I was so fu***ng right.

📸 😘

27/02/2024

Would you believe me if I told you this was the first time J & P were in front of a camera together? J told me she wanted alt/twilight vibes for their engagement session and I ran with it. They should really start a band so these can be their album cover.

24/01/2024

It's these cows world and we're just living in it.

Moments like these are some of my favorite of a wedding day. Sneaking off to have some time to yourselves while feeding cows. Is there anything better?!

I can't wait to share their video and more from their wedding day. It was such a fun day, from start to finish and I'm so glad I got to be a part of it.

Shoutout to for associate shooting M & C's wedding day alongside me.

02/09/2023

Weeks away from being back in a California state of mind. I think there will always be a part of me in CA. Maybe my heart because my brain knows that I need a QuikTrip nearby.

Are you in California and need a videographer? I don't charge any extra travel fees for Cali *or* the entire continental US. Let's adventure together! Fill out the contact form on my website to get started. 🤠

30/08/2023

Adventure Sessions can be whatever you want it to be. Want to sing Incubus on top of a mountain? Let's go! Want to walk around downtown getting drinks and looking at art? I'm in! Maybe you'd rather stay home in your pjs making pancakes and watching your favorite movie. I see you!

I include adventure sessions in all of my packages because I want to get to know the real you before your wedding day. Nothing is too weird, I promise you that. And you'll love having photos of y'all doing the things you like to do. ❤️

My 2024 books are open so let's chat!

01/08/2023

Virginia is for lovers.

27/07/2023

Deep in my editing cave and love reliving all my Spring weddings. Currently living within N & W's day and can't wait to share more of their beautiful day. 🌺

I still have some Fall 2023 availability and my 2024 books are now fully open! Reach out via link in bio to get started!

03/07/2023

A + G had the sweetest sunrise elopement with a couple of their closest friends. They had their ceremony with their friends at an overlook and then headed on an adventure just the two of them.

My favorite thing about sunrise elopements is that by noon, they were in their comfy clothes and had the rest of the day to relax, explore, and just do whatever they wanted. Sunrise comes early - but it definitely has its advantages.

This was my first time exploring Shenandoah and I'm so glad I got to explore it with A + G!

07/06/2023

Wrapping up my spring wedding season on Sunday and I'm so excited for S & J's day.

We got together a couple weeks ago and explored Stone Mountain for their adventure session. It was so quiet and the weather was amazing and the views speak for themselves. S & J just radiate love and it was so fun to capture them in their element.

I already know that Sunday is going to be one for the books! Let's gooo!

10/05/2023

I don't know why anyone would tell you not to chase waterfalls. That's really bad advice.

So excited to celebrate these two next week! We had so much fun on their adventure session and I only fell once.

Adventure sessions have so much value - time for us to get to know each other, a chance to get comfortable in front of the camera before the big day, and a chance for adventure. An added one is that it gives you the opportunity for a more strenuous hike that you may not be up for on your wedding day!

25/04/2023

Is it Sunday yet? Can't wait to witness these two get married in the mountains on Sunday!

26/11/2022

08/10/2022

Sitting on the west coast waiting for the sun to come out.✌️

22/08/2022

K + N - A mountaintop adventure

You may remember these two from a while back. That was only part one of their adventure session, this is part two. After we were done chasing waterfalls, we needed some mountaintop views. It was so quiet and the sky was full of colors as we watched the sunset over the blue ridge mountains. We stayed up there until the stars started to wake up.

We had such a beautiful day in nature and getting to know each other! We talked and hiked until our legs were sore. One month later these two would marry on top of a mountain with their closest family and friends. I can't wait to share their wedding day!

I love adventuring around with my couples *before* their wedding day. It's a great way to get to know each other, have some fun, explore new places, and get comfortable in front of the camera before the big day! I include adventure sessions in all of my packages. I don't want to just show up on your wedding day and then leave. I want to get to know who y'all really are so that I'm better able to tell you story in photos or film.

02/08/2022

Alexa, play Brighter Than Sunshine by Aqualung

What a classic early 2000s movie song and what a perfect song for Ashley & Sean's rainy wedding day in the mountains.

Always be prepared for the weather to not go your way on your wedding day. There is nothing you can do to change it, so just prepare yourself as much as possible and enjoy yourselves despite any bad weather! That's what these two did and it was a night to remember.

I'm here to help prepare you for anything that comes your way on your wedding day! I still have some availability for fall 2022 and I'm now booking 2023! Submit the contact form on my website (link in bio) and let's chat!

23/06/2022

Brandon + Davie
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07/06/2022

You're always allowed to be yourself in front of my camera. ✌️

01/06/2022

T + C - A Love Story: Part Two

You may remember part one of T + C's wedding day! They had a beautiful little ceremony on top of the in downtown Asheville with their closest friends and family. After they celebrated for a little while, they snuck away to the blue ridge parkway so they could exchange their vows privately.

T + C knew they didn't want to say their intimate vows in front of everyone, so they decided to head to the parkway to find a quiet spot so they could have some time to themselves, explore a little bit, and watch the sunset. As the sun set, they made their way back down the mountain to continue celebrating with their friends and family in downtown.

I love helping my couples find time for themselves, even if it's not just them on their wedding day.

14/05/2022

These two got married this morning and it was absolutely incredible! The weather was perfect and rain free - couldn't ask for much more! I'm always so grateful that rad couples invite me to be part of their intimate day. I'll never ever get over it.

Now it's time for a nap. 🤠

19/04/2022

I could never choose between the beaches of California and the Carolina mountains.

I could. But I won't.

14/04/2022

Ashley + LaVelle

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06/04/2022

Me loving my job. 🤠

I love styled shoots. I love getting to meet really cool couples and follow them around for the day. I love working with vendors who fully embrace elopements and small weddings. I love looking at pretty things.

I can't wait to start working on this film! .nc and planned the most amazing elopement in downtown Asheville. We spent the day exploring the city and visiting some really cool spots. Stay tuned!

Thank you for my favorite bts photo ever. Sorry for cutting you out, . 🤣

05/04/2022

Taylor + Carl - A Love Story - Part One

Taylor and Carl gathered their closest family and friends in Asheville for their intimate wedding at . Read more about it on the blog!

Stay tuned for part two where we snuck away to the mountains so they could share their intimate vows and explore.

01/04/2022

I still have a few afternoon time slots open for this Sunday!

We will have live bunnies and plenty of flowers to welcome spring! You can use these mini sessions for any type of photos - families, maternity, couples, or just you!

Sign up here: https://summittoseafilms.hbportal.co/schedule/61f5d2ed8bfb9c384948cb07