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Luxury Washington, D.C. and East Coast
wedding photography for modern romantics

ANNA SCHMIDT

PHOTOGRAPHY

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Anna’s approach to wedding photography centers on presence — capturing images that feel alive, intentional, and enduring.

Joyful, refined imagery created with meaning — balancing editorial polish with genuine emotion.

I work closely with your planner to ensure the experience feels seamless and well-supported — so you never have to manage the process alone.

A photography experience designed to feel calm, guided, and joyful —
from the first conversation through the final image.

SPECTACULAR CELEBRATIONS | TIMELESS ROMANCE | IMMORTALIZED Memories

You don’t need to perform — my role is to guide with intention,
so you can remain present and fully enjoy the day as it unfolds.

Trusted by discerning couples and respected planners across the East Coast.

“We were nervous going in, but the photography ended up being one of the easiest, calmest parts of our entire day. We are so glad we hired Anna!”

The Kelleys

''I cannot say enough good things about Anna and her team! She captured our engagement photos and shot our wedding, and we absolutely LOVED every photo she took from both. We received SO MANY compliments from family and friends. From start to finish, working with Anna and communicating with her was so easy and enjoyable. We were blown away by her thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and desire to make our day as perfect as possible! Hire her, and I promise you will not regret it!”

The Itanis

''Anna exceeded our high expectations with her excellent communication, incredible attention to detail, and understanding of our vision for the day. She made us feel so comfortable, got us smiling & laughing all day, and we had absolutely nothing to worry about besides being present in the moment. One special touch that blew us away was her presentation of a framed photo that was taken just hours earlier. We couldn’t be more thrilled!”

The Cafferkys

''After working for over 12+ hours on our wedding day, Anna surprised us all at the end of the night by having some of the photos, taken just hours earlier, edited and playing in a slideshow at our reception! And then yet again she surprised us by having a gorgeous preview gallery ready within 48 hours of our wedding.”

Jessica & AmiR

''Anna was our favorite wedding vendor! She got to know us as a couple, and we trusted her completely. She captured the kind of timeless, personal, elegant photographs we'll treasure forever - and all while making us feel relaxed and comfortable to be ourselves. We had the BEST experience from start to finish.”

RACHEL & DAVID

''As an event professional myself, I knew the importance of choosing the right wedding photographer. Anna and her team not only captured all of the moments for my daughter’s wedding, but put together their story for all of us to cherish forever! Anna’s professionalism and kind demeanor helped everyone feel comfortable and relaxed, as noted by many guests. All of our questions both before and after the wedding were always answered promptly and with a pleasant and reassuring attitude. Tears came to my eyes when I saw the pictures Anna captured, a memory for a lifetime!"'

Alice (mother of the bride)

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rich cultural legacies.

and            that honor

stories

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Expressive imagery

clients:

KIND WORDS

"Incredibly professional, has a keen eye for those special moments, and is the easiest person to be around. Anna is such a joy to work with."

Jordan Eberlein,
Co-owner of Paperboys Films

behind the lens

ANNA SCHMIDT

Anna Schmidt is an internationally recognized wedding photographer known for capturing joyful, emotionally rich celebrations with ease and intention. Her couples value not only beautiful imagery, but a calm, supportive experience that allows them to stay present and fully enjoy their wedding weekend.

With thoughtful preparation, deep collaboration with planners, and a genuinely people-centered approach, Anna creates images that feel natural, elevated, and enduring.

DISCOVER MORe

she / her / hers

Couples tell me afterward that
photography felt like one of the
calmest, most grounding parts of the day.

PUBLISHED

NAMED A TOP Washington, D.C. WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
By World's Best Wedding photos

THE ANNA SCHMIDT PHOTOGRAPHY

EXPERIENCE

+ Same day sneak peek
+ Collaboration with your pro planners
+ Extended & unlimited coverage options
+ Personalized, standout service
+ Custom heirloom albums
+ Distinctive, magazine-worthy images
+ Stress-free portraiture
+ Flat lay styling
+ Content creation option for social media
+ Drone photography (where applicable)
+ Complete, curated storytelling
Everything included is designed to reduce stress, protect meaningful moments, and allow you to stay fully present while the day unfolds.

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PHILOSOPHY

LUXURY | LEGACY | LOVE

Since 2011, Anna Schmidt Photography has been guided by one enduring belief: the most meaningful images come from real connection, not performance. We work with intention and intuition — sometimes offering gentle direction, other times stepping back to let moments breathe — always based on what the room, and the moment, truly need.

For us, diversity isn’t an initiative. It’s a standard we uphold with pride and without exception. We celebrate and document love in every form, honoring culture, identity, tradition, and personal expression exactly as they are, so every couple feels seen, understood, and represented honestly in their photographic story.

Our approach is intentionally selective, taking on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure every celebration receives white-glove care and uncompromising artistry. The result is imagery built for longevity — vibrant color stories, striking black-and-white portraits, and heirloom albums crafted to be shared often, remembered fully, and passed down for generations. This is photography as stewardship, where your story is captured with care, craftsmanship, and reverence — not just preserved for today, but carried forward for the life that follows.

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