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An approach rooted in 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 — allowing you to remain present from beginning to end.
Classic, refined wedding photography with a distinct point of view.
Thoughtfully composed, emotionally grounded, and designed to endure —
for couples who value beauty, intention, and presence.
Spectacular celebrations, captured with intention and care.
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 so nervous going in, but the photography ended up being one of the easiest and most calm aspects of our wedding day experience. 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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"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 a wedding photographer known for creating imagery that feels both refined and deeply human. Her work centers on connection — capturing joy, emotion, and nuance with a calm, intuitive presence that allows couples to remain fully present throughout their celebration.
With thoughtful preparation and close collaboration alongside planners and creative teams, Anna approaches each wedding with care and intention. The result is an experience that feels supportive, seamless, and unforced — and imagery that remains honest, elevated, and enduring long after the day has passed.
At the heart of her work is a simple priority: helping couples feel at ease, supported, and free to be themselves.
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
featured:
Exclusively Events
A Classic Gold & White Persian Fusion Wedding at The Willard
From the moment Maryam and Reed began planning their wedding with Exclusively Events, their vision was clear: a celebration rooted in tradition, elevated through refined design, and set within one of Washington, DC’s most iconic venues.
Thoughtfully layered and impeccably styled, their wedding at The Willard blended Persian heritage with timeless elegance — creating an experience that felt both meaningful and beautifully composed.
CG&Co Events
A Multi-Day Wedding Weekend Blending Indian and American Design
Amisha and William’s wedding weekend unfolded as a vibrant, multi-day celebration — rich in color, culture, and thoughtful detail. Planned by CG&Co Events, the experience blended Indian and American design influences across a series of immersive gatherings.
From joyful ceremonies to elegant garden moments, every element was designed to feel intentional, expressive, and deeply personal.
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THE ANNA SCHMIDT PHOTOGRAPHY
EXPERIENCE
+ 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
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PHILOSOPHY
LUXURY | LEGACY | LOVE
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.
