Anna Schmidt Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $6,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $4,000

About Anna Schmidt Photography

Anna Schmidt Photography

Owner and Lead Photographer

I'm a Washington, DC-based wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience documenting celebrations throughout the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Known for vibrant color, genuine emotion, and a deeply personalized experience, I blend editorial portraits with authentic moments to create photographs that feel both timeless and alive. My goal is simple: to help couples stay fully present on their wedding day while creating images that reflect who they are, how they love, and what mattered most.

Preparation and presence are what set me apart. After photographing hundreds of weddings, I know how to anticipate moments before they unfold, navigate challenges calmly, and create an experience that feels effortless for my couples. I bring gentle direction when needed and step back when moments happen naturally. My couples trust me to handle the details so they can stay fully present, knowing the people, emotions, and memories that matter most are being beautifully preserved. Wedding collections begin at $6,000 for Anna Schmidt Photography Team Coverage and $8,000 for weddings personally photographed by Anna.

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Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Drone photography
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital
  • Film
  • Hybrid

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Photo box
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

7 reviews

  • SB

    Shelly Bagdasian

    Rating: 5
    •Dec 16, 2024

    Brilliant photographer and so nice to work with!

    Anna Schmidt Photography is always an absolute pleasure to work with. Her communication is fast, efficient, and she is so nice throughout the entire process. The quality of her work is absolutely gorgeous - they are truly talented photographers. Anna always goes above and beyond to capture the perfect shots of the couple as well as all the important details. We are always so excited when we get to work with her.

  • M

    Madeline

    Rating: 5
    •Jul 12, 2024

    HIRE ANNA!!!

    Anna and her team were absolutely fabulous to work with. From the complimentary engagement shoot to the wedding day, she captured our love story and details perfectly. Cannot recommend Anna enough. Look no further and hire this team to knock it out of the park.

  • KF

    Kaitlyn F.

    Rating: 5
    •Mar 12, 2024

    Absolutely Incredible!

    Anna is absolutely incredible! From our first interaction to even post wedding she has been a dream to work with. Anna is someone you can trust with anything! Not only was she an amazing photographer capturing both our engagement and wedding photos, she was also there to provide advice and even vendor recommendations. (she was the foundation of our dream team!) We can't thank her enough for all that she has done for us and for capturing the most beautiful memories. She is the BEST!

  • DH

    Deanna Harrison

    Rating: 5
    •Aug 9, 2021

    A true talent and team player

    Anna Schmidt is a fantastic photographer with a kind-hearted spirit. When we partner with Anna and collaborate as a photo/video team, we always know that our couple is going to have an amazing experience on the day and walk away with timeless and elegant photos. We couldn't recommend her enough!

  • JW

    Jason Wallace

    Rating: 5
    •Aug 3, 2020

    Awesome

    From her vision and clarity of composition to ease and calm at the wedding, Anna is fantastic to work with. Highly recommend!

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My goal is simple: help you enjoy your wedding day while creating photographs that feel like you. I combine thoughtful planning with a relaxed, unobtrusive approach, offering guidance when it's helpful and stepping back when moments are unfolding naturally. You won't spend your wedding stuck in a photoshoot. Instead, you'll have space to be fully present with the people you love while I document the joy, connection, and little in-between moments that make your celebration uniquely yours.
I believe the best wedding days happen when your vendor team works as one. I collaborate closely with planners before and throughout the wedding day to review timelines, anticipate transitions, and keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. If plans shift—as they often do—I adapt calmly and work with your planner to prioritize what matters most. This teamwork allows you to stay present, enjoy the moment, and spend less time worrying about logistics and more time celebrating with the people you love.
The photographer who covers your wedding depends on the collection you choose. Anna Signature Collections are photographed personally by Anna. Team Coverage Collections are photographed by a carefully selected member of Team Anna Schmidt Photography. Every associate is personally vetted, trained, and supported by Anna to ensure a seamless client experience and imagery that reflects the style, care, and attention to detail our couples expect.
My team and I photograph weddings primarily using professional digital equipment to ensure reliable coverage and consistent results. After the wedding, I carefully curate and edit each image to reflect the vibrant color, genuine emotion, and timeless style you see throughout my portfolio. My goal is never to over-edit or follow passing trends, but to create photographs that feel authentic, beautiful, and true to your experience. The result is a cohesive gallery that captures not only how your wedding looked, but how it felt.
I don’t require a shot list for creative moments. Instead, we’ll discuss priorities ahead of time so your gallery reflects what matters most to you. The only list I request is for family groupings, which helps portraits move smoothly and efficiently on the wedding day. Trust allows space for authenticity — and ensures nothing meaningful is missed.
You’ll receive a curated sneak peek shortly after your wedding, followed by a full gallery delivered within 7–8 weeks. Rather than limiting image counts, I focus on telling the complete story of your day. Most galleries average 70–100 images per hour, depending on the flow of events, with every image intentionally edited and thoughtfully selected.
Weather and timing are simply elements we plan for. I work closely with your planner to build thoughtful backup plans that preserve both the experience and the imagery. Because I prepare in advance and remain adaptable on the day itself, changes are handled calmly and efficiently — without disrupting the rhythm of the celebration. Beautiful photographs happen regardless of conditions, often in ways that feel even more meaningful.
Preparation and contingency planning are essential to the way I work. In the unlikely event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding, you would be cared for by a trusted photographer of equal caliber and style from my team. This is something I plan for long before it’s ever needed — so you never have to worry.
Collections are customized to reflect the needs of each celebration. Wedding photography collections including me typically begin at $8,000, with couples investing more when including extended coverage, multi-day events, or heirloom products. Wedding photography collections covered by my team begin at $6,000. After an initial conversation, I’ll guide you toward options that best support your wedding weekend — thoughtfully, transparently, and without pressure.
Once availability is confirmed, your date is reserved with a signed contract and retainer. From that point forward, your date is held exclusively for you. We take on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure every couple receives a high-touch, fully present experience.
I intentionally limit the number of weddings my team and I take on each season. This allows us to remain fully present, creatively invested, and deeply supportive throughout every stage of the process — from planning through delivery.
Yes. While Washington, D.C. is home base, I regularly photograph weddings throughout the Mid-Atlantic, New England, and select destinations within the U.S. and abroad. Travel is thoughtfully planned and discussed in advance to ensure a seamless experience for you and your planning team.

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