ABOUT LIZ SEIDEL
Welcome to Sterling Life Photography, where images are telling and build a foundational story that will be treasured for generations to come. I’m Liz Seidel, a photographer, dedicated to documenting weddings with a timeless, artistic approach.
My love for weddings has endured over many years, starting with my mom buying me Bride magazine in elementary school for fun, to taking part in many of my friends best days, to just never letting go of believing in true love. Now that I've attended countless weddings as a photographer - I realize there is even more that I love about them. Over the years, that appreciation turned into a career that allows me to preserve real moments—like the quiet squeeze of a father’s hand before he walks his daughter down the aisle or the sheer joy of a couple’s first dance. Since 2015, I’ve had the honor of capturing weddings with a mix of authenticity, elegance, and artistry. Every moment of the day is important to me. I don't have favorites because the magic sometimes happens in the quiet moments, sometimes in the unexpected moments and sometimes in the perfect light. I'm here to find that magic with you. And that my friends, is why I love my job so dang much.
I earned my degree in Design & Merchandising with an emphasis in Digital Media from Drexel University in Philadelphia—go Birds! My background in fashion plays a unique role in how I approach wedding photography, allowing me to intuitively read the style of the day, from the details of a couture gown to the overall aesthetic of a beautifully designed event.
My better half, Mitchell, often joins me on wedding days, bringing his background in architecture and appreciation for statement event design. Together, we live in Virginia Beach with our two children, Sterling and Palmer, finding daily inspiration in both family life and the beauty of the celebrations we document.
PHOTOGRAPHY APPROACH
I believe in a balance of storytelling and refined composition, ensuring every image reflects the natural emotion and beauty of the day. My style is a mix of documentary and editorial, focused on preserving the fleeting moments you’ll want to relive forever.
If you've been lovely enough to read this far, Here is how you might know you've found yourself in the right place:
You love laughing.
You have found the love of your life and you're making big plans for the best day with tons of your favorite people.
You are open and trusting to push the limits of typical wedding photography to make some art out of your day.
Black and White Photos are meaningful to you.
Candids are important to you.
I hope you enjoy looking through my visual stories as much as I enjoy creating them. I am so thankful for all the amazing people who open up their lives to me, and allow me to be a part of capturing such sweet moments and important memories. Photographs are so important to everyone, they become your life's history. To me, life is all about having love wherever your journey takes you, and That is something I have learned along the way.
This is my chance to insert a random but intentional photo of me working a gorgeous day at The Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club in Virginia Beach. You can see the photo that resulted here.
SERVING VIRGINIA & BEYOND
Based in Virginia Beach, I photograph weddings across the Virginia and East Coast, including Lynchburg, Roanoke, Charlottesville, Richmond, Washington D.C., Raleigh, Charleston, and Savannah. I enjoy traveling to new venues and locations, and I've also had the pleasure of working several private residence weddings over the years which is always wonderful.
Some of my dream destinations include Villa Balbiano on Lake Como, Château de Villette near Paris, and the rolling vineyards of Provence—timeless settings where romance and artistry intertwine. If you’re planning a destination wedding, I’d love to bring my expertise in capturing luxurious celebrations to your chosen location.
LET'S CONNECT
If you’re looking for a a fun, down to earth hype girl who values authenticity, timeless imagery, and a seamless experience, I’d love to hear your story. Explore my wedding photography portfolio, and let’s create something beautiful together.
If you’re looking for a professional photographer for your wedding, I would love to hear from you. I specialize in wedding photography as well as in-home lifestyle and studio sessions, which you can see more of here.
Ready to connect? I'd love to hear from you! Drop me a message here.
AS SEEN IN
I've been so fortunate to have some of my work featured in both print and digital publications. this gorgeous Jefferson Wedding was Featured in Virginia Bride Magazine. I was also honored to win a 2017 Reader's Choice Award for Lynchburg's News & Advance. I've also had features on Tidewater & Tulle, Central Virginia Bride as well as various other online publications. I'm a Virginia Beach Native and have loved traveling all over the state for weddings. I get to see the beautiful mountains of Crozet and Bedford, the gorgeous vineyards of Charlottesville, the sandy beaches of Virginia Beach, and the beautiful urban mix of the Richmond area including Chesterfield and Powhatan. The photo below of my kids was featured in the September 2017 Black and White issue of Shutter Magazine. Any photographer will tell you that taking photos of your own kids is like a whole new ball game. When they aren't in the mood, I try not to push them to let me take their photos. I want them to want to be photographed. So this was a rare moment of pure bliss as not only a photographer but as a mom too. Photos grow in value over time. At some point in time, we reflect back with photos and be transported to the nostalgia of the time. The love and the warmth of that season of life - even if there were struggles. The photos matter so much. So so much.
