If you’ve found your way here, you must be looking for the BEST Virginia Beach photography locations and hoping for stunning family photos! Welcome- I’m glad you are here. 🙂  I’m Chelsey Kraus, a Virginia Beach Family Photographer serving joyful families with an effortless family portrait experience and custom heirloom artwork. My passion is to […]

Have you considered taking your Virginia Beach family photos at home? If the idea of getting dressed up and hauling the children to a local park for family pictures stresses you out to the point that you avoid having professional family photos taken at all, this post is for you! While I love a dreamy […]

First Birthday Photoshoot at Norfolk Botanical Gardens Considering a first birthday photoshoot for your baby, but not sold on the idea yet? This blog features a sweet first birthday photoshoot for a baby who has been a part of my First Year Collective membership. I was honored to photograph her and her parents five times in her […]

As a Virginia Beach newborn photographer, as well as a mother to 3, I can tell you firsthand that documenting your baby’s first year in Virginia Beach is essential! When we become parents, we often find ourselves caught up in the whirlwind of so many new things. Between figuring out feeding schedules, navigating sleepless nights, […]

As a Newborn Photographer in Virginia Beach, I’m guessing if you’ve found your way here, it’s safe to say you’re dreaming of relaxed & cozy newborn photos at home as you anticipate your sweet baby’s arrival. Well, you’re in the right place! Studio newborn photos may still be popular in other areas, but here in […]

As a Virginia Beach photographer, I have the pleasure of photographing so many amazing families in my favorite photo location – on the beach. This sweet family booked me for their Virginia Beach family photos about 10 months in advance since they were traveling to Sandbridge Beach for their annual family vacation! We FINALLY got […]

Trying to decide what to wear for your Virginia Beach family photos? For many of my clients, the details involved in planning what to wear for family photos have been a significant source of stress in the past. This can even prevent some families from planning ahead for upcoming family sessions! Generally, our first focus […]

When is the best time to reserve your newborn session in Virginia Beach? As a full-service newborn photographer in Virginia Beach, I’m often asked when the ideal time is to book your photographer for newborn photos, and I have some advice to share! Here are the top 5 reasons to reserve your newborn session in […]

Have you heard about my Virginia Beach client wardrobe? The Chelsey Kraus Photography portrait experience is a full-service experience that includes access to my client closet, which features a wardrobe of dresses. I’m a photographer who focuses on pampering busy Moms on their session day (and beyond!). I’ve curated each dress to offer a range […]

Spotlight on a timeless Virginia Beach Maternity Session and tips for planning & preparing for your session.