Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding & Family Photographer in Oakland, CA
Chelsea Dier Photography is a professional wedding and family photography service dedicated to capturing authentic, joyful moments through a candid and lifestyle-focused approach. With a deep passion for storytelling, we specialize in outdoor-inspired sessions that reflect the unique personalities and connections of our clients. Our services include full-day wedding coverage, intimate elopement packages, maternity and newborn photography, and seasonal mini sessions designed to preserve fleeting memories. We prioritize inclusivity, ensuring every client feels represented and celebrated through nonjudgmental, personalized service.Based in Oakland, California, we serve the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and international destinations, combining local expertise with a global perspective. Our commitment to quality extends to tangible keepsakes like handcrafted albums, while our flexible approach accommodates both large celebrations and small, meaningful gatherings. With years of experience in lifestyle photography, we guide clients through every stepfrom timeline planning to post-processingto ensure a seamless, enjoyable experience that results in timeless imagery.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Maternity Sessions
Newborn Photography
Destination Weddings
Elopement Coverage
Mini Celebrations
Engagement Sessions
Photo Albums
Holiday Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Specializing in outdoor and destination wedding expertise
- Inclusive, nonjudgmental photography for all family structures
- Comprehensive business insurance for client protection
- Proven experience with 100+ weddings documented
- Customizable packages for intimate to full-scale events
What people say
Gorgeous photos
Professional and reliable
Warm friendly energy
Best part of wedding
Truly representative
Services
Wedding Photography
Full-day documentation of wedding celebrations with candid, storytelling approach. Includes timeline coordination, multiple location coverage, and 60-100 images per hour. Specializes in outdoor ceremonies and reception details.
Family Portraits
Natural, unposed photography capturing family dynamics and milestones. Focuses on maternity, newborn, and multi-generational sessions with emphasis on authentic interactions and personality expression.
Destination Weddings
Global wedding documentation with logistical support for remote locations. Includes travel planning assistance and local venue knowledge for international and out-of-state ceremonies.
Mini Celebrations
Intimate event coverage for elopements and small gatherings. Customizable packages under six hours with focused attention on key moments and couple-centric storytelling.
Holiday Mini Sessions
20-minute outdoor photo sessions for holiday cards and family updates. Includes 20 edited images with option for direct card ordering from online gallery.
People
Chelsea Dier
Lead Photographer
Oakland-based outdoor photography specialist with decade-plus experience in wedding and family storytelling. Known for candid approach and commitment to inclusive representation in all sessions.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We focus on candid, lifestyle photography with natural lighting and authentic moments. Our approach minimizes posed shots in favor of storytelling through genuine interactions.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes! We regularly photograph destination weddings across California and internationally. Travel fees apply for locations beyond 50-mile radius of Oakland.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages include 8-6 hours of coverage, online gallery access, high-resolution downloads, and timeline consultation. Albums and second photographers available as add-ons.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 12-18 months before your wedding date. Limited weekend availability for peak seasons requires earlier reservations.
Are engagement sessions recommended?
While optional, engagement sessions help build comfort with photography and provide additional storytelling content for your wedding narrative.
