Chad Populis Photography: 10 Questions with Chad Populis

Photographer - Chad Populis

Business: Chad Populis Photography
Location: Gretna, Louisiana LA
Experience: 10 Years
Photography Types: Engagements, Family, Weddings
Profile: Chad Populis Photography
Website: www.chadpopulis.com

1. Introduction: What's your story?

I'm Chad, a New Orleans area wedding photographer, headshot photographer, and real estate photographer available to capture your special moments. I'm a married father of two wonderful sons. I'm a lifelong New Orleanian now residing not far away in Gretna. I'm a Saints and LSU sports fan and enjoy spending time and laughing with my close friends.

Creating images has always been my hobby, from comic drawings and graffiti as a youth to graphics and web design as a young adult. Through those experiences, I became "technically proficient" at image and video editing and manipulating my equipment. It wasn't until 2016, after being repeatedly requested to capture events, that I seriously had the idea to pursue this as a career. My hobby has now become my passion and a viable profession. Armed with a variety of high-quality gear, years of technical experience, my personal philosophy of creative simplicity, and a thirst for perfection paired with the guidance of my client's vision, I'm certain that we can find a direction that produces beautiful images.

2. How long have you been shooting weddings? How many weddings have you photographed?

I have been shooting weddings for about 8 years and photography and video for about 15 years. I have filmed at least 40 weddings over the last 5 years.

3. How would you describe your photography style?

I am passionate about capturing the moments that matter most with a unique blend of photojournalistic and traditional shooting styles. This approach allows me to create images that are rich in authenticity and emotion. With extensive training across a variety of niches and styles, I integrate diverse techniques into every shoot, ensuring that each set of photographs has a broader, more dynamic appeal.

4. How well in advance should couples book their wedding photographer?

Couples hould book their wedding photographer about 15 months in advance and no later than 9 months if couples are doing any pre-wedding shoots.

5. What are the different packages that you offer and which one is your most popular package?

I offer 4 tailored packages, each including an angagement session and a keepsake wedding album.

6. Are you the wedding photographer who will be shooting on the wedding day? Who else is there in your team?

Yes. i am the coordinating photographer. I have a dedicated team as well as an associate team in the event of an emergency.

7. Do you charge a travel fee? For what distance? What does that cover?

yes. $ my travel feee is $1/mile round trip, in addition to travel and lodging costs and a $50 per diem for each member of my team who has been approved to come along.