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As a Chapel Hill wedding photographer, my heart is set on capturing the moments that feel the most like the two of you. The soft smiles when you lock eyes, the excited little jitters right before the ceremony, the way your friends and family wrap you up in love—those are the moments you’ll want to look back on, and those are the moments I’m there to preserve.
Maybe you’re sharing vows beneath the oaks at The Carolina Inn, celebrating with your favourite people at The Barn at Valhalla, or slipping away for a quiet sunset walk around UNC’s campus. However your day unfolds, I want you to feel completely present with each other while I gently document everything that makes your wedding feel uniquely yours.
Elsa Judkins Photography is based in Chapel Hill, NC and serves couples in the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina. Elsa has mastered the art of whimsical fun wedding galleries. Focused on connection, she intentionally works with couples to document the moments that mean the most to them.
I specialize in timeless and true to color imagery in Chapel Hill and North Carolina. My style combines a blend of both documenting the day as it happens, and gently guiding and posing, to achieve an aesthetic final wedding gallery. In 5 years of photographing weddings in Chapel Hill I have seen it all, which means that nothing can rattle me on a wedding day. I bring a calm presence and can stay on task as we go through the timeline of your wedding day. I photograph more than just moments, I also capture emotions, glances, and love. I don't just care about photographs, I also deeply value about the people being photographed.
Reynolda Gardens
Ian & Abby
Blue Ridge Mountains
Trey & Kate
Summerfield Farms
Erik & Sam
Highlighting some of my favorite wedding venues and engagement session locations.
- Tori + Jeremy
As soon as I saw her work, I knew her aesthetic was the perfect vibe. She was kind, warm, patient, and genuinely wanted to make my vision a reality. I wanted to be able to remember the soft glow I saw and felt throughout the day, and Elsa has given me the gift of never forgetting it.
"She genuinely wanted to make my vision a reality"
- Katelyn & Talon
I am overjoyed with how our wedding pictures turned out! She did an amazing job at capturing love and joy. I am not one to feel incredibly comfortable in front of cameras, but Elsa did an excellent job at making me laugh and feel comfortable. She is such a lovely and kind soul. I'd definitely recommend Elsa.
"Elsa made me laugh and feel comfortable!"
- Cassie & Justin
Elsa is hands down the best photographer there is! The moment we got engaged, I knew I had to have Elsa! She took the time to be certain we had every image we wanted! Not only is she super talented and patient but also organized when it comes to her job! And we all know how important that is!
"The moment we got engaged, I knew I had to have Elsa!"
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