Gretchen schmidt

 

 

Meet the artist behind the camera!

I invite you into my hidden world of  fine artistry and fairy dreams...

Photo Credit by "Norma Jeanne Photography"

 

Girl photographed outside during a stylised photo session in Sacramento, California by Tea & Sugar Shots by Gretchen Schmidt.
Girl photographed outside during a stylised photo session in Sacramento, California by Tea & Sugar Shots by Gretchen Schmidt.
Girl photographed outside during a stylised photo session in Sacramento, California by Tea & Sugar Shots by Gretchen Schmidt.

Hello!


I'm so glad you found me!  I absolutely love photography and have met so many wonderful people throughout my journey. I'm so excited to be a part of your life moments!  As a mom of three,  I have experience and patience with children and youth of all ages.  I understand that sometimes children have other agendas and posing for photos are often at the bottom of their list!  that's okay, I work well with others.  My style is very free-form and I enjoy capturing kids being kids and doing what they love to do best!  However, I also have structure to my posing and will work with your child to get the best images.  


I have always admired photography for as long as I can remember.  I got my first camera (Kodak Film, 35 mm) when I was about 10 years old.  I think I found it in one of our junk drawers.  My dad was an avid hobbyist so there was always photography gear and film developing "stuff" around our house.  I followed with a ton of curiosity and began my own journey.


I use professional gear, a variety of lenses, lights and flashes. I also utilise current digital technologies and photo editing software to help bring my photos to life.  I have professionally shot a variety of sessions and venues including family, maternity, children, and special events such as weddings and engagements.  My current passion is whimsical art, fantasy and creative shoots.  I love fairies and have a seperate page dedicated to my Enchanted Photography.   


Welcome and I look forward to working with you!