Weddings

From your engagement to your wedding day, you want photos to look back on and gush over forever. I will be there to support you every step of the way - documenting your love with gentle guidance and a candid approach.

I promise we will have tons of fun (and take those posed fam photos too). Feel awkward getting your photo taken? Most people do, but no worries, we are all a little weird, and that’s what makes this so great! Let you be you, and I will take care of the rest.

 
 

before your big day

Photography should be the least stressful part of your day, and I’m here for you! To prepare we will:

-Plan an engagement session, if desired

-Connect with other important vendors

-Create and double-check your wedding day timeline

-Discuss what is important to YOU

-Identify the why behind your day

-Talk about what feels good for you

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Investment

[Local] wedding day packages start at $5000 (+tax), or we can customize one just for you.

On average couples book wedding day packages of 8 hours for ~$6000+

Engagement sessions start at $800.

Let’s work together to build the perfect package for you!

 

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testimonials

Testimonials
Grace and Sergio
Grace and Sergio

“Chelsea is an absolute dream! She has an incredible eye and captures the big moments, but also the intimate and special moments throughout the day. Her photos are stunning and so so special, as she really gets to know you and your family. Chelsea will find the beauty in and celebrate what is special about/unique to you as a couple, and the results show that. She is so kind, easy and fun to work with, and was a real support throughout our whole planning process. Especially since we got married during the pandemic we had a lot of questions and unique hoops to jump through. Chelsea was always willing to talk through details (even those not photo-related!), share suggestions, etc. throughout our planning process. The day of Chelsea was a joy to have around and her positive energy and willingness to do whatever it took for the perfect shot (including walking backwards for several blocks during our mariachi band parade through the streets) is unmatched. I recommend Chelsea Matson Photography to any and everyone- you will not be disappointed!”

-Grace and Sergio

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Hannah and Ben
Hannah and Ben

“It’s been over a month after my wedding and I’m still wondering if it is acceptable to love you wedding photographer more then your husband??? I can not speak more highly of Chelsea! When we first met I knew it was meant to be, her passion for capturing love and telling a love story just pours out of her. When looking for a wedding photographer we wanted someone who was easy going, professional, fun to work with, and loved love as much of us, Chelsea blew these “requirements” out of the water.

Not only is she an amazing, kind, caring person but her work is is equally amazing. We love that her photos are edited in a natural way and that she captures all of the small natural moments. Nothing every seemed forced!

My husband and I highly recommend Chelsea Matson Photographer! We are so grateful that she came into our lives (for good now) and could capture the most important day of our lives.”

-Hannah and Ben

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Ashley and Jon
Ashley and Jon

“My husband and I opted for a destination wedding in Milwaukee, though we reside in St. Louis. Neither of us are from MKE and we have no friends or family that reside there either. As such, every vendor had to be chosen based on online reviews and phone conversations, which was quite daunting. Enter Chelsea Matson - from the first phone call I had with her, I knew she was the perfect fit for our wedding. Wedding planning is stressful, but I never experienced even a second of that working with Chelsea. We weren't able to visit MKE prior to our wedding for engagement photos, but Chelsea made time to meet with us the week of our wedding which made me much more comfortable. Our wedding photos were truly the only thing that really mattered to us, and the money spent was more than worth it. I could not possibly say enough nice things about how professional and warm Chelsea is, and how incredibly thrilled we are with how our photos turned out. I would do it all over again tomorrow if I could.”

-Ashley and Jon

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Moody & Magical Fall Wedding at Turner Hall Ballroom | Megan + Logan
Moody & Magical Fall Wedding at Turner Hall Ballroom | Megan + Logan

Megan and Logan’s October wedding at Turner Hall Ballroom in Milwaukee was pure magic. With subtle nods to Halloween, moody decor, and the warmth of fall sunlight pouring through the historic windows, it was an absolute dream for any autumn lover.

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Adding Film Photography to Your Wedding Day
Adding Film Photography to Your Wedding Day

Film photography is something that is hard to explain. I cherish all the photos I have taken on my wide collection of film cameras. There is something about the that is nostalgic, happy, emotional - they hug you the way you wouldn’t have though an image could. Now picture that on your wedding day.

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Brynne + Max | Chill New England Discovery World Milwaukee Wedding
Brynne + Max | Chill New England Discovery World Milwaukee Wedding

Brynne and Max’s wedding at Discovery World in Milwaukee was the perfect blend of laid-back elegance and vibrant personality. With the waves of Lake Michigan as their backdrop, their celebration was effortlessly chic—where city skyline meets expressive waterfront.

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Caitlin + Wyatt | Colorful Garden Greenhouse Wedding in Milwaukee
Caitlin + Wyatt | Colorful Garden Greenhouse Wedding in Milwaukee

Caitlin and Wyatt traveled all the way from Alaska to Milwaukee to celebrate their colorful, nature-inspired greenhouse wedding with their closest family and friends. As archaeologists who often live off the grid, they dreamed of a celebration that felt deeply connected to nature—and their wedding day did exactly that.

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Katie + Aaron | Spooky Season Engagement Session on Lake Michigan
Katie + Aaron | Spooky Season Engagement Session on Lake Michigan

Katie & Aaron fully embraced the spooky season for their moody Lake Michigan engagement session. With a Halloween weekend wedding in their future, they leaned into the eerie yet magical atmosphere of a perfectly foggy day by the lake—a setting that made for some truly unique and artistic engagement photos.

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Melika + Nate | Joyful Jubilee Backyard Wedding Celebration
Melika + Nate | Joyful Jubilee Backyard Wedding Celebration

Melika and Nate’s love story is one of warmth, family, and deep-rooted connections. After an intimate winter wedding with their closest loved ones, they chose to celebrate their marriage the following fall with a joyful wedding celebration just outside of Milwaukee.

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Soren + Meredith| Whimsical Cooperage Wedding Reception
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Explore the breathtaking moments captured during Meredith and Soren's intimate wedding reception at the Cooperage in Milwaukee. Discover the enchanting ambiance of this majestic venue nestled along the Milwaukee River, adorned with a picturesque garden and captivating warehouse aesthetics.

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Mary + Rico | Summer in the City Engagement Session | Fort Greene NYC
Mary + Rico | Summer in the City Engagement Session | Fort Greene NYC

Mary + Rico spread honesty, kindness, and joy where they go. They invited me to their neighborhood in Fort Greene, Brooklyn for their summer engagement session.

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Yolanda + Walter | Romantic, Modern Fall Wedding | Villa Terrace + Discovery World, Milwaukee WI
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Romantic + modern fall wedding at Villa Terrace + Discovery World Milwaukee.

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Milwaukee Intimate Wedding Venues
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Downtown Milwaukee Art Museum Winter Engagement
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Toes are frozen but we dance on the Milwaukee skyline with the Milwaukee Art Museum to accompany us. This fun loving engagement session might change your mind about winter photography sessions.

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Museum of Contemporary art Rooftop Engagement | Madison WI
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Magical rooftop engagement session with Alyssa + Brandon in Madison WI.

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Crisp Spring Lakefront Engagement | Milwaukee, WI
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Frolicking along the rocky sand beach of a hidden Lake Michigan access point in Milwaukee. These two embraced their adventurous side and completely indulged in each other.

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Grace + Sergo | Intimate City Micro Wedding | Milwaukee, WI
Grace + Sergo | Intimate City Micro Wedding | Milwaukee, WI

Downtown Milwaukee Micro Wedding, complete with outdoor cocktail hour, mariachi parade, and intimate dinner at Cafe Centraal!

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Your Wedding Day Timeline With F-U-N, Loving, + Photos in Mind
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Alyssa + Taylor | Magical Winter Elopement | Lake Park, Milwaukee WI
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Snowy Milwaukee evening just before new years was the ideal time for an intimate elopement. These two stood looking over Lake Michigan and committed to a lifetime of loving and supporting each other.

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Katelin + Charlie |Romantic Industrial Urban Wedding | Cooperage, Milwaukee WI
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Fall wedding bursting with warm colors, love, and some industrial edge. This sophisticated, yet relatable fall wedding will have you looking everywhere for warm light and deep reds.

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Winter isn’t scary - say YES to a winter photo session, so many perks including less people out an about, beautiful views, and more!

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Kaya + Pat's Micro Wedding | Backyard, New York
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After a year + of planning their wedding, and over 10 years together, Kaya and Pat opted for a backyard Micro Wedding in New York, rather than postponing. With just their immediate family and pup there to celebrate, it was a magical day.

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Tiffany + Greg | City + Mountains Engagement Session | Boulder + Denver Colorado
Tiffany + Greg | City + Mountains Engagement Session | Boulder + Denver Colorado

Tiff + Greg oozed fun + love while they danced + laughed through the golden grass at the base of the Flat Irons in Boulder Colorado. They snuggled adoringly as they took to the streets of Denver. That golden light highlighting how much they care for one another.

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Dani + Brandon | Classic Modern Downtown Wedding | Discovery World, Milwaukee
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A day overflowing with laughter and love, Dani + Brandon’s Classic, Modern, Downtown Milwaukee wedding at Discovery World.

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Caitlin + Matt | Colorful Fall Engagement |Black Cat Alley + Oak Leaf Trail, Milwaukee WI
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Giving some colorful moody love to Milwaukee’s East Side in this Fall Engagement Session with Caitlin + Matt!

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Emily + Nicholas | Modern Courthouse Wedding | The Ambassador Hotel, Milwaukee
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Emily + Nicholas had an incredibly personal and intimate courthouse ceremony in Milwaukee, and then headed to the swanky Art Deco Ambassador hotel to celebrate with their loved ones. Truly a love story I fell in love with, and two beautiful to the core people.

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Hannah + Ben | LOVE Filled Summer Wedding | Ivy House, Milwaukee WI
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Hannah + Ben shared their love at The Ivy House on a perfect July day. The sun was blazing, we all cried when Hannah walked down the aisle, and laughed as we downed Ian’s pizza for a late night snack. This day adorned with so many belly laughs and beautiful greenery is one of my favs.

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Spanish Inspired Elopement | Villa Terrace | Milwaukee WI
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Steamy Spanish inspired styled elopement at the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, on the east side of Milwaukee WI.

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Hannah + Kyle | Whimsical Farm Wedding | Mequon, WI
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Hannah + Kyle celebrated their love on their private family farm, embraced by an array of beautiful florals, and love pouring in from all around them. Their Wisconsin farm wedding was laid back and overflowing with joy.

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