WELCOME TO CHELSIE Trendley PHOTOGRAPHY

EST. 2008

san diego family photography

Hi! I’m Chelsie

I'm a lifestyle and storytelling photographer specializing in family photography, women's portraits, underwater photography, and small business branding. But I'm not your average photographer, and chances are, you’re going to have a lot of fun. My sessions focus on creating memories, connection, and happiness.

I believe the best photographs tell a story. They capture who you are, what makes your family yours, and all the little moments that make life interesting. I want the silly, the crazy, the chaos, the belly laughs, and the in-between moments. Because that's real life, and those are the moments worth remembering.

If you're looking for that one perfectly posed family portrait where everyone is smiling like they're on a holiday card, this might not be your place. Unless, of course, you want to recreate that iconic woman, man, and pitchfork photograph. Honestly, I'm kind of here for that.

Whether we're documenting your family's beautifully chaotic life, celebrating the woman you are, creating something a little magical underwater, or telling the story behind your small business, my goal is always the same: to create photographs that feel like you.

I want to get to know you, your story, and all the wonderfully weird things that make you who you are. Because your photographs should be more than just pretty pictures. They should mean something.

Come as you are. Bring the chaos. Let's make something unforgettable.

Want to know the person behind the camera? Head over to my About Me page, then book a session!!! I'd love to meet you!

San diego, California Family Photography

Chelsie is (in my opinion) the absolute best family photographer out there. She was so easy and fun to work with. I never once got the feeling that she was rushing us or that we were even clients, she treated us like we were just friends hanging out at the beach. The pictures she took for us are STUNNING! They will always be a reminder of our time there and how much we loved it. No other family photos we have taken will ever compare to these! Thank you so much for the memories Chelsie! - Shelby

What Clients are saying

Oahu Family Photography, family hugging together on beach

Stunning family session

Chelsie went above and beyond for our family photos! Her shoot locations are beautiful, and she knows how to capture the scenery perfectly. She took her time and made sure I was 100% happy. I LOVE our album, and the prints we ordered ❤️ I get so many compliments on our family photos... Chelsie is the real deal, y’all!

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Oahu Family Photography, family out together in the water

family splash session

Best of the best!!! Chelsie is absolutely amazing! She is creative and very experienced which shows with her direction on poses and knowledge of the best angles! She never ran out of ideas or poses, yet easily incorporated the ideas we had with flawless perfection! But above all, my favorite part of our photoshoot was her interaction with my kids and getting incredible shots of them!

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