
Welcome to the CLP Blog
Gabby and Nick's Engagement Session in Lafayette Square | St. Louis Wedding Photographer
As Gabby put it, I am the Jim to their Pam. And, you guys, I’m not sure I’ve ever received a greater compliment. Beyond grateful that our paths crossed! So, as you can imagine, we spent much of their session quoting our favorite Netflix binge shows, and I loved every minute spent laughing with them!
Planning Your Custom Engagement Session | Chelsea Liefer Photography
So, if an engagement session is THAT big of a deal, and I believe that it is! I want to give you the tools you need to get the most out of it. Let’s talk about the different elements that can give you a personalized, stunning, and overall bomb engagement session!
Megan and Chris' Engagement Session at Long Row Lavender Farm | Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer
It took a total of ten minutes for me to click with Megan and Chris. We went from strangers, to the tightest hello hug, to sharing a cup of coffee, to discovering all of the things we have in common, to friends—just like that. It was like we couldn’t spill our life stories fast enough, and that’s the kind of connection I live for.
Desireé and Steven's Classic Summer Wedding | Southern Illinois Wedding Photographer
Desireé and Steven are one of those couples that could make a stranger smile with the love that they share…not that they’ve ever met a stranger. Their compassion for each other and everyone around them is sure to pull you in. And, their wedding day was exactly that, magnetic.
How to Rock Your Photos on a Windy Day | Chelsea Liefer Photography
Rain and extreme temperatures are the most often talked about, but the element that can come out of nowhere is the wind! Luckily, there are a number of things that we can do to survive the wind or even hope for it! Here are my three best windy photo survival tips.
Natalie and Alex's Engagement Session in Lafayette Square Park | St. Louis Wedding Photographer
When Natalie and Alex requested Lafayette Square Park for their engagement session, I was PUMPED. It’s such a stunning location with tons of variety within walking distance! Combine the location with great light and this couple, and it’s what dreams are made of!