Welcome,
I’M ANNA
I create vibrant, emotionally rich wedding photographs for couples who want to be fully present on their wedding day—not performing for it.
If you're looking for photographs that feel beautiful, meaningful, and deeply personal years from now, you're in the right place.
And if you believe that people are the point, we're probably going to get along very well.
Wedding Photography
THAT FEELS AS GOOD AS IT LOOKS
DC | Annapolis | Baltimore | St. Michaels | Richmond
Eastern Shore | Charlottesville | Philadelphia | NYC
Photography That Feels As Good As It Looks
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MEET ANNA
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Based in Washington, D.C.
Photographing celebrations in the DMV, throughout the East Coast, and beyond.
Hi, I'm Anna. I've always been fascinated by people. The way families tell stories. The traditions they carry forward. The relationships that shape them. The tiny interactions most people never notice.
Photography became the perfect excuse to pay attention.
Today, I spend my days documenting celebrations filled with unforgettable people, meaningful traditions, beautiful details, and the kind of moments that become family lore years from now.
While I love great design, incredible fashion, and a perfectly styled tablescape, it's the people who stay with me long after the wedding is over.
The greatest compliment I receive isn't about a photograph. It's when a couple tells me they felt like they could just be themselves and forgot there was a camera there.
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YOUR EXPERIENCE
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LET'S TALK
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OPTIONS & PRICING
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REAL WEDDINGS
Vibrant color.
Genuine emotion.
Beautiful photographs that still feel personal years from now.
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From intimate celebrations to multi-day wedding weekends, explore complete galleries and featured weddings.
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INVESTMENT DETAILS
Wedding collections designed for celebrations of every size—from intimate gatherings to multi-day wedding weekends.
- Anna Schmidt Photography Team Coverage begins at $6,000
- Signature Collections with Anna begin at $8,000
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What It's Like To Work Together
Photography that feels calm, personal, and fully present—from the first conversation to the final album.
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Limited availability remaining for 2026 and 2027 celebrations.
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Meet Anna
A little about the person behind the camera, the way I see wedding days, and why the people will always be the point.
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A Love Letter to Family, Tradition, and Washington, DC
A timeless Persian fusion celebration at The Willard where elegant design, meaningful traditions, and heartfelt moments came together in one unforgettable wedding weekend.
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Maryam + Reed
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Four Looks.
Three Days.
One Unforgettable Wedding Weekend.
A vibrant Indian fusion celebration filled with elevated fashion, immersive guest experiences, and joyful moments that transformed an entire weekend into a work of art.
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Amisha + William
Bridgerton Romance Meets Modern Luxury
Inspired by old-world elegance and filled with intentional details, this Egyptian-Pakistani celebration blended classic romance, rich cultural traditions, and a ballroom overflowing with beauty.
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Amina + Arsalan
BEHIND
the LENS
My approach is rooted in a simple belief: People look their best when they feel like themselves.
You don't need to know how to pose. You don't need to perform. And you don't need to spend your wedding day worrying about what to do with your hands. My role is to create an environment where you can be fully present—while I take care of the rest.
I guide when guidance is helpful. I step back when a moment deserves room to unfold. And throughout the day, I'm paying attention not only to what is happening, but to what matters. The relationships. The emotions.
The fleeting interactions that often become the most treasured memories.
The result is photography that feels effortless in the moment and meaningful for a lifetime.
Because the best wedding photographs aren't created through performance. They're created through presence.
CELEBRATIONS THAT STAY WITH US
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MAYA + RAMI:
A Wedding Weekend Bursting With Color and Personality
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JOURDAN + BRANDON:
A Chic Celebration in the Heart of Washington
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KAITLYN + ERIC: Black Tie, Candlelight, and a View of the Capital
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+ Present over perfect
+ Stress-free experience
+ Same-day sneak peek
+ Personalized service
+ Beautiful, natural portraits
+ Storytelling that captures how it felt
+ Stress-free experience
+ Custom heirloom albums
+ Content creation & drone coverage available
