Business Details
20 Years
experience
Award-Winning Virginia Beach Wedding Photographer
David Champagne Photography is a distinguished Virginia Beach-based wedding photography service with over 18 years of professional experience. Founded in 2006, our team has captured over 530 weddings, specializing in Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, Richmond, and destination weddings worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive coverage, including 8-10 hours of photography on your wedding day, with the option to extend coverage as needed. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our award-winning portfolio, including multiple The Knot Best of Weddings awards and induction into The Knot Hall of Fame. We provide every edited image from your eventtypically 1,500+ high-resolution fileswith unrestricted printing and online usage rights.Our personalized approach ensures seamless coordination, from timeline planning to album design with unlimited revisions. As a full-service provider, we offer custom wedding albums, digital files, canvas prints, and yearbook-style guestbooks, all crafted to preserve your memories. Our team maintains transparency in operations, with no outsourcingwe are the photographers you hire. Recognized for excellence in client satisfaction, we prioritize creating a relaxed environment while capturing authentic emotions and intricate details. With expertise in venues like Founders Inn, Yacht Club at Marina Shores, and Chrysler Museum of Art, we combine technical precision with artistic vision to deliver timeless imagery.
Services
Wedding Photography
Destination Weddings
Engagement Sessions
Senior Portraits
Family Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of professional experience photographing 530+ weddings
- We provide full-day coverage with 8-10 hours of photography included
- We deliver every edited image from your wedding day (1,500+ files)
- We maintain complete transparency with no outsourcing of services
- We guarantee unrestricted printing and online usage rights for all images
What people say
Breathtaking pictures
Amazing-ness
Relaxed environment
3,000+ pictures
Timeline planning
Services
Wedding Photography
Our comprehensive wedding photography service captures every moment from preparation to reception. With 8-10 hours of coverage included, we document ceremonies, portraits, and celebrations using professional-grade equipment. Our approach combines artistic composition with technical precision to create timeless images that preserve your special day.
Destination Weddings
We specialize in capturing destination weddings worldwide, with experience photographing events in Ireland, California, Florida, and Washington D.C. Our service includes location scouting, local vendor coordination, and specialized equipment for diverse environments. We adapt to unique cultural traditions while maintaining our signature storytelling approach.
Engagement Sessions
Our one-hour engagement sessions create lasting memories while building comfort with the camera. Clients choose preferred locations for personalized storytelling, receiving all edited digital files. These sessions help couples develop natural posing techniques for their wedding day photography.
Senior Portraits
We offer customized senior portrait sessions that highlight individual personalities. Sessions include location selection, styling guidance, and multiple outfit changes. Our photographers specialize in capturing authentic expressions and creating images suitable for yearbooks, college applications, and personal keepsakes.
Family Portraits
Our family photography service captures multi-generational moments with natural lighting techniques. Sessions focus on authentic interactions rather than rigid posing, with options for indoor and outdoor settings. We provide high-resolution digital files and printing rights for personal use.
People
David Champagne
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional wedding photographer with 18+ years experience and 530+ weddings documented. Inducted into The Knot Hall of Fame, with multiple WeddingWire Couples Choice Awards. Specializes in destination weddings and natural light photography.
Questions
How many weddings do you photograph annually?
We limit our bookings to ensure personalized attention, typically photographing 25-30 weddings annually while maintaining high service standards.
Do you offer engagement session packages?
Yes, all wedding packages include one-hour engagement sessions with location selection and full digital file delivery.
What's included in the wedding photography coverage?
Coverage includes 8-10 hours of photography, all edited images (1,500+), timeline planning, and unrestricted printing rights.
Do you travel for destination weddings?
Yes, we photograph destination weddings worldwide with experience in Ireland, California, Florida, and Washington D.C.
What album options are available?
We offer custom leather albums with 20 pages, including Gilded, Lustre, and Pano styles, plus mini albums for family gifts.
How long does post-processing take?
Wedding galleries are delivered within 6-8 weeks, with engagement sessions completed in 2-3 weeks after the shoot.
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