I’m Alyssa, a Chico wedding photographer who documents weddings all across California — from Sacramento and Napa to Lake Almanor and Santa Barbara. My approach is true-to-color, documentary with an editorial touch, and focused on telling your story in a way that feels natural, emotional, and effortless.

Choosing a wedding photographer is a big decision. Your photographer shapes how your day is remembered, how you feel in front of the camera, and how smoothly things run behind the scenes. After photographing hundreds of weddings, these are the things I’ve learned truly matter when choosing the person who will document your wedding day.

1. How to Choose a Style You’ll Still Love (Chico Wedding Photographer Tips)

Before comparing packages or timelines, start by looking for a style you genuinely love — one that will still feel timeless years from now.

Most wedding photography falls into a few categories:

• True-to-color documentary with editorial moments (my style)
• Light + airy
• Dark + moody

No matter what style you’re drawn to, choose the one that feels the most aligned with you. If you want natural skin tones, emotional candids, and clean color without trends, you’re likely drawn to documentary + editorial storytelling.

2. Look for Consistency, Not Just One Perfect Photo

You shouldn’t need full galleries to understand a photographer’s work — but you should see moments from different parts of a wedding day. As you scroll through a photographer’s portfolio, look for:

• A mix of getting ready, portraits, ceremony, details, and reception
• Natural, consistent skin tones
• Editing that looks steady in bright sun, shade, indoor light, and reception lighting
• A recognizable style that doesn’t shift from image to image

That consistency is what your own wedding photos will look like.

If you want to see how I tell a story, you can browse my wedding portfolio here:

3. What Matters Most in a Wedding Photographer (Chico Wedding Photography Insight)

Your photographer is one of the people you spend the most time with on your wedding day. Their energy matters.

Ask yourself:

• Do they seem friendly, confident, and easy to talk to?
• Do they give natural direction without over-posing?
• Do they feel organized and dependable?
• Do you feel like you can relax around them?

When you feel comfortable, you look comfortable — and it shows in every image.

If you want to get to know me a bit more, you can visit my About Page

4. Choose Someone Who Is Organized Behind the Scenes

A stress-free wedding day starts long before the photos. Your photographer should have:

• A smooth inquiry and booking process
• A pre-wedding questionnaire
• Timeline planning help
• Backup gear and backup storage
• Clear communication
• A reliable gallery delivery system

Experience isn’t just about photos — it’s about structure. When your photographer is organized, everything feels easier.

5. Think About the Experience You Want on Your Wedding Day

Some photographers pose heavily. Others stay completely hands-off.
My approach is a balance of both — stepping in when guidance is helpful, stepping back when the moment belongs entirely to you.

Think about the experience you want:

• Do you want natural, candid moments?
• Do you want some guided portrait time?
• Do you want someone who blends in and keeps the day flowing smoothly?

Choose the photographer whose presence matches the atmosphere you want for your wedding day.

6. Consider the Investment as Part of Your Legacy

Wedding photography is an investment not just in the day, but in how you’ll remember it for the rest of Wedding photography is more than images. It’s the way you’ll remember your day for the rest of your life.

Your investment includes:

• Experience
• Storytelling
• Reliability
• Backup systems
• Editing time
• Professional support before, during, and after the wedding

Choose someone whose work feels meaningful and aligned with what matters most to you.

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a Chico wedding photographer who offers true-to-color, relaxed, story-driven images — and someone who travels throughout California including Santa Barbara, Sacramento, Napa, and Lake Almanor — I’d love to hear your story.

If you’re exploring wedding venues in the Chico area, The Palms is one of the most elegant local options. You can learn more about the venue here: The Palms

When you’re ready to chat about your own wedding day, you can inquire anytime through my contact page:

Contact Page: https://alyssafloresphoto.com/contact

Every couple deserves a photographer who truly sees them. If my work feels like the right fit, I’d be honored to document your day in a way you’ll relive for years.