Business Details
15 Years
experience
Award-Winning Tahoe Wedding Photography
Founded in 2011, our business specializes in capturing emotionally candid moments for couples celebrating their love in Lake Tahoe's natural landscapes. With over a decade of experience photographing weddings, engagements, and portraits in Tahoe and globally, we combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of mountain environments to deliver timeless imagery. Our approach prioritizes authenticity, focusing on unscripted smiles, tears, and laughter while maintaining a calming presence that helps clients relax.We offer comprehensive services including full-day coverage, engagement sessions, and custom elopement photography, supported by a meticulous post-processing workflow that ensures every image reflects the couple's unique story. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through awards, featured work in publications, and a portfolio showcasing hundreds of satisfied clients.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Engagement Sessions
Portrait Sessions
Destination Weddings
Photo Albums
Ceremony Coverage
Rehearsal Dinners
First Look Sessions
Family Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over a decade of experience photographing weddings in Lake Tahoe's unique mountain environment
- Our portfolio includes hundreds of successfully documented weddings and elopements
- We offer personalized, stress-free photography sessions tailored to couples' specific visions
- Our work has been featured in multiple photography publications and blogs
- We provide comprehensive post-processing and album design services
What people say
Candid moments captured
Stress-free experience
Exceptional attention to detail
Beautiful natural lighting
Personalized approach
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting entire wedding days from preparation to reception with a focus on authentic moments. Our approach combines artistic vision with technical expertise to capture emotional connections between couples and guests. Services include timeline coordination, multiple location coverage, and post-processing to ensure timeless quality.
Elopement Photography
Specialized documentation for smaller celebrations emphasizing natural settings and personal connections. We create authentic visual narratives that reflect couples' unique relationships while leveraging Tahoe's scenic beauty. Services include location scouting, timeline planning, and discreet documentation of ceremonies.
Engagement Sessions
Creative portrait sessions helping couples build rapport before their wedding day. These sessions provide practice in front of the camera while creating shareable content for invitations and websites. Sessions include location selection, styling guidance, and curated image delivery.
Destination Weddings
Global wedding documentation services combining local expertise with international experience. We adapt to diverse environments while maintaining consistent quality, offering logistical support for ceremonies in remote locations. Services include travel coordination and environmental adaptation expertise.
Photo Albums
Custom-designed physical collections preserving wedding memories in tangible form. Our albums combine premium materials with thoughtful layout design to create heirloom-quality keepsakes. Options include multiple sizes, paper types, and customization elements for personalized presentation.
People
Chris Werner Photography
Photographer & Owner
Professional photographer specializing in Lake Tahoe weddings with over 12 years experience since 2011. Combines mountain expertise with storytelling through candid imagery.
Questions
What areas do you photograph weddings in?
Primarily Lake Tahoe and surrounding Sierra Nevada mountains, with availability for destination weddings across North America and internationally.
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes, complimentary engagement sessions included with all wedding packages to help build rapport and create shareable pre-wedding content.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Full-day coverage, digital files, private online gallery, and premium album options. Custom packages available for elopements and smaller events.
How many photos do you deliver?
Typically 70-100 high-quality images per hour of coverage, carefully edited to maintain consistent storytelling and emotional impact throughout your event.
Can you photograph in bad weather?
Yes, experience shooting in all mountain conditions including snow, rain, and wind. We adapt techniques to ensure quality images regardless of weather challenges.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
Since 2008 assisting other photographers, with independent business operation beginning in 2011 specializing in Tahoe weddings and elopements.
