Professional Family Photography in Chesapeake, VA

The Elite Family Photographer Experience

Elite Photography offers family photography in Norfolk with a professional studio base and an experienced creative team. We focus on capturing natural connection, genuine joy, and timeless portraits that Norfolk families can enjoy for years.

Natural, timeless, creative family Photography for heartfelt, growing families.

A young woman and a middle-aged man standing side by side with arms crossed, smiling at the camera against a gray background.

Our Approach to Family Photography

Family portraits deserve more than an entry-level camera. We use professional camera bodies, high-end lenses, and advanced flash and external lighting to capture images with clarity, depth, and consistent quality. This equipment allows us to control lighting and detail in a way that simply isn’t possible with basic gear.

Every session begins with a consultation so we can plan around your goals, locations, and style. Meeting beforehand helps us connect personally and make sure the details are dialed in before the camera comes out.

The result is an image quality and final product that stand apart from amateur photography. Colors are more accurate, details are sharper, and the finished portraits have the polish and longevity families want when investing in professional photography.

A happy family of four sitting on a beach at sunset, with houses in the background and grass around them.

Over the years we’ve photographed families all across Chesapeake. From the quiet beauty of its parks and waterways to open fields and local neighborhoods, we know how to make the most of the city’s natural settings.

Every family is unique, and the location should reflect that. Some sessions feel right in a peaceful green space, while others work best with a simple neighborhood backdrop. We also make it easy to plan sessions in nearby cities like Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Suffolk, giving families plenty of options for portraits that feel authentic and true.

On Location Family Photography

Where we Photograph in Chesapeake - Family Photography Sessions

We photograph families in Chesapeake’s parks, including Oak Grove Lake Park and Chesapeake City Park. These spots offer open fields, walking trails, and plenty of green space that make for simple, natural portraits.

Chesapeake City Parks

Great Bridge & Deep Creek

Neighborhoods like Great Bridge and Deep Creek provide quiet backdrops with water views, bridges, and local character. These areas create a relaxed setting for family portraits close to home.

Northwest River Park

Northwest River Park is one of Chesapeake’s most scenic outdoor areas, with wooded trails, open meadows, and water access. It’s a versatile location that works beautifully for both large and small family sessions.

Chesapeake Arboretum

The Chesapeake Arboretum offers gardens, trails, and rustic charm with historic touches. It’s a great option for families who want portraits in a natural setting without leaving the city.

The Elite Family Photography Gallery

A collection of our photographs with families in Chesapeake.

A couple kisses in a grassy field during sunset, with a young girl covering her eyes in front of them.
Group of four people standing on a forest path, smiling with arms around each other.
A woman with long wavy hair in a brown dress sitting on the ground in a park during autumn, holding a small blonde girl dressed in white. There is a wicker picnic basket nearby. The scene is sunlit with tall trees in the background and colorful falle
A happy family of three standing outdoors on a fall day, surrounded by trees with autumn leaves. The woman is wearing an orange dress, the man is wearing a green shirt, and the boy is wearing a plaid jacket.
A family of four enjoying time outdoors. A man with a beard carrying a young girl on his shoulders, a woman with tattoos holding a baby, and greenery with a blue sky in the background.
A family of five outdoors near a lake, posing together by a large tree. The family has two adults and three children, all smiling at the camera.
A family of three sitting on a sandy beach at sunset, smiling and enjoying the moment. The background features beach houses and a colorful sky.
A group of six young adults holding hands and walking outdoors in a park during sunset, smiling and enjoying each other's company.

Reserve Your Family Session

Meet with our team and we will plan a photography session that captures exactly what you envision, handled with the highest level of professionalism. Together, we will choose a setting you love, whether in our Norfolk studio or at one of the many beautiful locations throughout the city.

Experience Elite Photography

A family of four outdoors enjoying a sunny day. The father, with a beard, is smiling while carrying his young daughter on his shoulders, who is laughing and looking up. The mother, with tattoos on her arm, is holding a newborn baby wrapped in a blanket, both looking at each other. The background shows trees and a partly cloudy sky.
Two young children, a boy and a girl, sitting on a bed of fallen autumn leaves in a wooded area during daytime. The boy is smiling and wearing a plaid jacket with a hood, while the girl, wearing a bow headband and mustard-colored top, looks surprised or curious.
A family portrait of ten people, including children and adults, standing and sitting in a backyard with green foliage and a wooden fence in the background.

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Contact Elite Photography

4013 Colley Ave Unit B, Norfolk, VA 23508

Hours
Monday – Thursday
9:30 AM– 5 PM

Phone
757-967-7468

Email

info@photographybyelite.com