Cheli Photography
Professional photography and video for weddings, events, family portraits, engagement sessions, senior photos, and maternity shoots — throughout Connecticut.
Our Services
From weddings and engagement sessions to family portraits and milestone moments — we capture the real, authentic joy of your most important days.
Special events are a reason to gather with the people who mean the most. Why not make sure you have beautiful photos to reminisce on those cherished moments? Whether it’s a birthday, bridal or baby shower, or a simple get-together — we capture the magic so you can treasure those moments forever.
Your wedding day is a celebration of love and family, and every moment is worth capturing. We focus on every detail and every guest to tell the full story of your special day — from the laughter and tears to the unforgettable moments. Let us create a timeless collection you and your loved ones will cherish for generations.
Family time is precious, and it’s even more special when your fur babies are part of the picture! Let’s create beautiful family photos that capture the love and joy of your entire crew. These photos aren’t just about today — they’re about creating memories that will make you smile decades from now.
Congratulations! Engagement photos are a moment to celebrate this incredible time. Let’s capture the love between the two of you on your way to getting married — perfect for save the dates, wedding invites, and all the décor you could need.
You’ve made it — you’re about to be a senior! Let’s capture this amazing time in your life, celebrating all the important moments and milestones that have brought you here. We’ll create photos that you and your parents will adore, giving you beautiful memories to look back on and cherish forever.
Whether you’re a first-time mom or having your third, it’s important to capture the special moment. Maternity photos celebrate the extraordinary journey of pregnancy, highlighting the anticipation, joy, and love that come with bringing a new life into the world. Each image becomes a cherished keepsake.
Our Work
A selection of photos from recent sessions across Connecticut.
Event Coverage
Event Coverage
Event CoverageWedding Photo & Video
Wedding Photo & Video
Wedding Photo & VideoFamily Photography
Family Photography
Family PhotographyEngagement Photos
Engagement Photos
Engagement PhotosSenior Photos
Senior Photos
Senior PhotosMaternity Photos
Maternity Photos
Maternity PhotosMeet Your Photographer
“What started as a favor to a friend ended up turning into one of my greatest passions. Crafting emotional and authentic moments through photography is what I live for. Anyone can take photos, but not everyone can capture a moment in its true essence. When I'm behind the camera, I'm not just a photographer; I'm your biggest hype girl! My goal is to make everyone feel confident and capture your true emotions. Genuine smiles, candids and details are my superpower.”
— Chelsie, Cheli Photography
How It Works
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Tell us about your session — the occasion, the vibe, and who's involved. We'll help you pick a date, location, and package.
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Show up, be yourself, and have fun. We handle posing guidance, lighting, and making sure everyone looks their best.
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Every image is professionally edited for color, light, and tone so they look stunning across prints, screens, and social media.
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Your private online gallery is delivered within one week. View, share, download, and order prints directly.
Pricing & Packages
Every package includes professionally edited, high-resolution images delivered through a private online gallery you can view, share, and download from.
Package I
$375
Package II
$550
Package I
$2,000
Package II
$3,000
Package III
$3,800
Package I
$375
Package II
$550
Package I
$375
Package II
$550
Package I
$375
Package II
$550
Package I
$375
Package II
$550
Session Tips
The most common question we get! Here's our advice to make sure you look and feel incredible.
We’ll be moving, standing, sitting, walking. Don’t match, but do coordinate — wear clothing that has the same dressiness. You guys already look like a family. Don’t hamper your individuality by forcing matching.
Pick a color theme or palette and go from there. Pinterest has some great color ideas. Before you go out and buy another outfit, you probably already have everything you need. Spend some time with favorite items you already own.
Don’t forget about you — you deserve to look amazing in these photos. Play up things you love about yourself. If you have a feature you’re proud of, don’t hide it! If you have insecurities, let’s chat beforehand. We’re all working on self-love.
There is nothing more beautiful than showing how you love and share joy. It isn’t about the smiling and posing — it’s about spending quality time together and documenting that connection. If we do that, you’re going to look great.
Real Reviews
“I shared inspo pictures with Chelsie for a branding shoot, and she brought my vision to life — and enhanced it tenfold! I’m so happy with how quick and amazing my pictures came out. I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone looking for professional, high-quality pictures.”
Stephanie Fontano
Sep 2024
“We had Jared come shoot some content for our personal training business. He did a fantastic job at capturing our studio and gave us exactly what we were looking for. The Allora team also created some content for us to use on social media which was extremely helpful and wonderfully done!”
Alexis Vieira Payne
2025
“Highly recommend Allora Media!! I had them for a brew fest and couldn’t be happier with the results. Got so much content from the event. Got great slow motion videos that I can speed up if needed. Sent everything over very soon after the event.”
Meg Riel
Jun 2024
“I started working with Jared from Allora back in December and his social media marketing is incredible. His ability to help understand the value that my business provides and communicate that through incredible content is unmatched.”
Luke Adams
2025
“Hiring Jared back in March 2023 has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! It has been a weight off my shoulders not having to handle any social media platforms for my business. He is professional, laid-back, easy to communicate. He genuinely wants to help your business grow!”
Kendall Hils
Oct 2023
“Jared’s attention to detail and genuine care for his clients is unmatched. I consider myself lucky to be part of the Allora media network.”
Anthony Torromeo
2025
FAQ
Tell us about the moment you want to preserve — we'll handle the rest. Free consultations for all personal photography and video sessions.