A black and white photo of a woman in a lace dress cutting a cake at a celebration, with a man in a suit standing next to her, smiling. Other guests are visible in the background.

Hey there, I’m Michelle!

This is me with my funfetti and chai buttercream wedding cake

(oh, and my husband César too)

michelle chriqui hidalgo throwing confetti wearing a sparkle shirt and leather outfit in front of a pink wall.

I’m a wedding photographer with a passion for capturing the wild, messy, in-between moments that add life to your day.

I’ve been photographing weddings full-time for over 10 years, and still get excited every time I pick up my camera. My husband Cesar works with me as well!

Most of my couples start out a little camera-shy. Totally normal. But by the end of the day, they’re laughing, snuggling, and forgetting the camera is even there. That’s the sweet spot for me. I keep things easy, give light prompts when you need them, and focus on all the real moments that matter—your people, your joy, and everything in between.

Couples know me for being quick to reply, calm under pressure, and fun to hang with. I also make sure things stay stress-free. You’ll get sneak peeks within 48–72 hours (because who wants to wait forever to relive the magic?). And your full gallery will always show up on time—no exceptions.

Most of all, I want you to feel your day when you look back at your photos. The hugs, the happy tears, the inside jokes, and the wild dance floor moves.

If you’re looking for a photographer who feels like a friend, keeps it fun, and captures your joy as it unfolds, I’d love to be there with you.

Gif Photos by Rima Brindamour

At the core of everything I do is a belief in love and inclusivity.  If you're looking for a team that’s passionate, creative, and truly cares about capturing who you are, let's chat!

Let’s Chat!

Bring your pups
(pretty please!)

This was my sweet childhood dog Goldy. She was absolutely my best friend growing up. Sadly, this is the only photo I have with her and it’s just one of a million reasons why photos are so powerful. If you have a chance to bring your pup to your engagement session, absolutely do it (as long as they’re comfortable of course!) They’re a part of your pack. Bonus points if they’re in the wedding too :)

 

A person dressed in dark clothing, including a long coat and boots, stands on a cobblestone street at night, taking a photo with a camera. The background shows urban buildings, streetlights, parked cars, and a stop sign, all in black and white.
A young woman with long brown hair, wearing glasses and a cream sweater, sitting at an outdoor table on a patio with a black purse, a paper coffee cup, and a phone in front of her. She rests her chin on her hand, gazing at the camera, with sunlight i
A woman with glasses in a floral dress and black boots dancing with a man with a bun and black boots with floral pattern, both smiling and energetic in a plain indoor space.
Six instant photos arranged in a grid showing various scenes including a dessert, a woman on a balcony, two women inside a glass observation tower, a landscape view, two women inside a tower, and a group of women outside with an umbrella.
Black and white collage of four photos featuring a young woman with shoulder-length dark hair and glasses, wearing a checkered sweater, showing different facial expressions and hand gestures against a plain background.
A woman with a camera taking photos of a canyon landscape with snow-covered cliffs and a winding road.
A smiling man and woman in wedding attire standing outdoors near a wooden fence, looking at each other with a camera in hand, surrounded by green grass and trees with autumn foliage.
A woman with glasses and long hair sitting outdoors in a rocky landscape with snow patches, holding a camera.
A man and woman joyfully dancing outdoors on grass with greenery in the background while a photographer captures the moment

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