Investment & Testimonials

Investing in Your Day…

Why is wedding photography is so expensive?

The short answer is; It’s not.


Wedding photographers are one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. After the dance floor is swept and the hangover kicks in, some of the only things you have to remember your day is the photographs.
Choosing the right photographer is about much more than a person who can operate a camera. I have been honing my craft in wedding photography for over 8 years, developing my skills and refining my technique. When seeking the right photographer you will be able to see this in their work. You may not know why an image is good, but you can notice the difference and seperate the good from the great.

Aside from your spouse, you’re going to spend majority of your day with your photographer. This calls for someone you truely connect with and feel comfortable around. As noted in various testimonials, this is of utmost importance to me. A big part of my job is to ensure my couples feel at ease throughout the day, otherwise the discomfort will show, and it will be much harder to create great images for you. I like to think of myself as your personal assistant for the day - anything you need, I’m here to help. Weddings are stressful enough as it is, and I aim to take some of that weight off your shoulders.

Making a decision to invest in your day is an important one - but that doesn’t mean it has to be difficult. Any good photographer or business owner will do everything they can to make the process as easy as possible for you and cater to your needs. If you would like to discuss your day to get a tailored quote, please send an email to me at thecamerawitch@gmail.com and include the following…

- You and your partners names
- The date and location of your wedding
- How many hours of coverage you are seeking
- How many guests you are expecting
- Any other relevant information you can provide about what you are looking for in your photographer

I look forward to hearing from you and hope to help you in the process of seeking the perfect photographer for your wedding.

  • Joanna and Jarred

    “I don’t know where to begin on Chels Lee Photography. From the second we contacted Chels for our wedding she was nothing short of vibrant and helpful. She brought so many great ideas to the table and opened our eyes to the world of photography from our very first meeting. On our wedding day she made us feel completely at ease and made the awkward wedding photos fun and easy. She captured every single important moment so we can relive the best day of our lives. Chels went above and beyond on our special day.

    She was not only the best and most professional photographer, she assisted with my dress changes, always made sure I had a glass of wine in my hand, was on hair and makeup check and of course danced the night away with us while capturing the whole thing

    Chels was more than just our photographer, she was the guest we never knew we needed at our wedding. All our family and friends loved her, she lived through our emotions of happiness and love with us, and she was just a true pleasure to work with. We can not recommend Chels to anyone enough, not only did we get a massive album full of amazing wedding photographs but we gained a lifelong friend. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Chels.”

  • Sarah and Nathaniel Hoh

    “We met Chels by mere chance on one of our date nights behind a bar, from there we knew she had the most amazing, vibrant personality and after taking a look at her work she just had to be there to capture our special day!

    Not only is she professional but she also became a close friend and guest on the day. Going literally above and beyond to get all the crazy shots we wanted to try. They all turned out so perfectly and she was a breath of fresh air among all the chaos of the day.

    She has the most artistic eye for things and I can not wait to see what magic she can capture at our post wedding photoshoot. If you have been searching for someone to capture something more unique - like your own love - you’ve found her!”

  • Nicola and Sebastian

    We were fortunate enough to meet Chels one month out from our civil celebration, and it was the best decision made (other than getting married!). From the first conversation, I knew that we had chanced upon a down to earth yet professional photographer!

    In understanding how quickly we should secure Chels for the day’s events, it was an absolute privilege to have our photos captured in what can only be described as completely natural, somewhat whimsical, and the biggest relief to any bride’s fears of not looking their “best” on “the day”. Proven once again when we received the wonderful photos - a win in my hopes to not look too contrived as I grinned until my cheeks hurt and shuffled around the fanciest end of Melbourne so Chels could do her thing!

    We love everything about this girl and feel incredibly lucky to have met in such a stressful lead up to the actual day! Let’s just say Chels eased any chance of a bridezilla moment, and I’m already thinking of any other kind of event that I might need to have her at in the future!