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Hi, I'm Chelsea, owner and lead photographer of Toujours, and I am so excited you're here! Toujours is Queer & Woman-owned. In this house, Black Lives Matter, ALL bodies are beautiful, & we are LGBTQIA+ affirming. Follow me on Instagram @toujoursphoto.

Your wedding is the start of your toujours, French for "always." When I first visited Paris in 2005, I realized I wanted to create photography that embodied that feeling of always. My goal is to create images that, when you look at them months and years after your wedding day, help you relive every genuine, breathtaking moment. With over 13 years of experience and 100+ weddings photographed, I know how to create those images.

These are your always images.

When it comes to your wedding day, I adjust my approach to your priorities. Do you want a big first look? Magazine-worthy wedding party portraits? Romantic direct flash images? I'll stay flexible and help you determine the best way to make it happen. I'll check in with you throughout our time together to ensure you're at ease. The best destination wedding photography happens when you feel comfortable enough to get lost in the moment. And, even more, important than the photos, this is your wedding day we're talking about! You should get to enjoy it.

East Coast Based
Available Worldwide

  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$5,000

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$7,000

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Toning
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Prints
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Reviews of toujours

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17 Reviews
100% recommend it
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  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
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  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
Emma
Emma K. Sent on 11/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Chelsea is an ARTIST & a truly wonderful human

Oh my goodness. I don't even have good enough words to describe how talented, kind, and overall amazing Chelsea is. Chelsea was a non-negotiable vendor for me when it came to our wedding and I am SO eternally grateful we booked her!! Not only is she the most talented photographer I have ever had the pleasure of working with, but she is a true gemstone of a person inside and out. She went the extra mile for us in our wedding planning process so many times. She has an eye for incredible photos I never could've even imagined. I truly felt so supported and loved by her on our wedding day in addition to her taking photos of my husband and I that are just art. If you're getting married, you need Chelsea to take your photos!!!
Kmholmes
Kaitlin M. Sent on 11/25/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing and professional!

Chelsea was absolutely amazing. She was very professional and accommodating. Even in the middle of the pandemic she provided a great service and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. I highly recommend hiring her. Not only is she a great photographer but she is very sweet and easy to communicate with! (Also she has adorable fur babies that she is very passionate about)
Patrice
Patrice Sent on 09/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Ahhhhmazing!

Okay y’all let me just say, you know when a photographer does amazing quality work when you have to leave a review twice on two different sites! I can’t brag enough about Chelsea, as I’ve worked with her personally for fashion photography photos! This woman is amazing and so easy to work with. My fiancé and I recently shot our engagement photos, and they turned out lovely ! My fiancé was amazed at how nice he looked on camera (as he’s not a fan of himself in pics). Chelsea really outdoes herself when it comes to her work. When I say she deserves more than 5 stars she DESERVES MORE hands down! If you’re looking for a photographer that will give you beautiful photos for an affordable price, Chelsea is your girl! And please go check out her work. I can’t stop raving over the recent engagement photos of ours from the Raleigh Arts Museum... y’all don’t even understand how stunningly beautiful they turned out . I’m in love with these pictures, and nothing beats seeing my fiancé happy about himself in photos. My fiancé and I are ecstatic about her shooting for our wedding next year. Thank you so much Chelsea , we love you !! ❤️
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toujours frequently asked questions

toujours includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
toujours includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Toning
  • Digital Files
toujours offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
toujours offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
toujours offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
toujours is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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