Creating Memories to last a lifetime
New Orleans, Baton Rouge - WorldWide
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Lena & Vitalii Chapala
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AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Hi. We are fun and creative married couple that puts 100% of our time, love and effort into each work. Chapalaweddings is a family business of the talented and amazing wedding professionals that work hand in hand to create unforgettable memories of your wedding day!
By choosing Chapala Weddings, you don’t get just a movie. Each client gets a story. The story of your special day, the story of the event, the story of love. We create films and photos of your special event that you will want to watch over and over again through the years. Entrusting us with your event, you can count on high-quality material, regardless of the conditions during shooting. You will always appear to be the most beautiful and happy bride.
You can see our photo and video portfolio on our website www.chapalaweddings.com
Spending unlimited time at the center of your event will allow our team to merge with the vendors and will give us the opportunity to work comfortably with the whole team, helping to make your wedding unforgettable.
+17 years in business
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Lena & Vitalii Chapala
Owner
We are fun and creative married couple that puts 100% of our time, love and effort into each work. Chapalaweddings is a family business of the talented and amazing wedding professionals that work hand in hand to create unforgettable memories of your wedding day!
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5.0
out of 5.035 reviews
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Chapala Weddings received rave reviews for their videography and photography services, with clients praising Vitalii and Lena for capturing their special day beautifully. Reviewers highlighted the exceptional communication, prompt delivery of videos, and attention to detail. The team's professionalism and creativity were commended, with multiple clients expressing gratitude for the memories captured so artfully. Many highlighted the emotional impact of watching their wedding videos and the ability of Chapala Weddings to bring their day to life through stunning visuals and storytelling. Highly recommended for couples seeking talented and reliable videographers and photographers for their wedding day.Review photos
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Ashley G
5.0
6/04/2025
Everyone raved about how well and focused chapalla videography was. Everything was perfect!! He did an excellent job of capturing my night! Forever grateful! 10/10 recommend!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 06/04/2025
Thank you so much!
Jenna S
5.0
4/28/2025
Cheers to my essay review! LOL. We had an absolutely amazing experience with Vitalii and his wife Lena from Chapala Weddings! (10/12/2025) They were incredibly easy and fun to work with, making the entire process feel stress-free. They were very accommodating with my budget and timeline, and Vitalii was extremely fast at responding to all my questions and last-minute changes.
I ended up sending my final timeline super late (like 3 AM late - I'm still so sorry), and Vitalii had it ready by the next morning. Even when the venue had an unexpected second event that completely threw off our timeline, they were both so reassuring and flexible. Despite the time crunch, I never once felt rushed by them, and they captured every special moment beautifully.
Both Vitalii and Lena showed up on time, with all their equipment set up and good to go — we didn’t have to worry about anything. They delivered everything exactly as promised — and really fast. I received the highlight video, full-length video, and all our photos in less than a month.
If I had to point out any "con," it would just be that my wedding itself didn’t have a ton of "fun" activities to capture — but somehow, Vitalii and Lena still made it look like an absolute blast. They even encouraged my husband and me to step outside for portraits after the Ceremony, which meant we entered our reception a little later — but those outdoor photos turned out to be my absolute favorite shots of the day. Vitalii’s eye for detail was incredible; he made sure to avoid distracting backgrounds and caught things I never would have noticed myself.
Don’t let the limited number of reviews steer you away — their work is absolutely beautiful, and I am SO thankful I chose them. I highly recommend Chapala Weddings to anyone looking for talented, reliable, and professional videography and photography. I love sharing their content every chance I get!! Annnnd DONE! :) GO BOOK!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 04/28/2025
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure!
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Erika S
5.0
4/17/2025
Vitalii captured our day so beautifully, with such emotion and attention to detail. Every moment, from the big highlights to the little candid in-between shots, was filmed with such care and creativity. Watching our videos felt like we were reliving our wedding day all over again, and we couldn't stop smiling (and tearing up)!
If you're looking for a wedding videographer - Chapala Weddings is the one!
Sydney C
5.0
3/12/2025
I had an incredible experience working with Vitali! He delivered our wedding videos just a week and a half after the big day, which was so exciting!! The turnaround time exceeded my expectations, and the quality of the videos is absolutely fantastic! I highly recommend Chapala Weddings for their exceptional service and talent!
Cameron L
5.0
2/17/2025
Amazing!!! Quick turn around time and so easy to work with!! Very nice guy and gets such good content!!!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 02/17/2025
Thank you so much!
Mallory A
5.0
2/09/2025
We loved working with Chapala Weddings! They were incredibly receptive to all of our questions and concerns! My husband and I said that one of the biggest things we wish we could have seen more of during the wedding was our family and friends having a great time and when we received the wedding videos back, we got to see so much more of the wedding and reception! We were so happy to be able to live in the moment during the wedding and then be able to watch the videos to be able to re-live the day over and over again! We absolutely recommend Chapala Weddings to anyone looking to tie the knot anytime soon! He was a pleasure to work with and was able to capture precious moments from our entire wedding day!
Paris L
5.0
2/07/2025
Our experience with Chapala as our videographer was awesome. They were on time, professional, and delivered the final product more quickly than we expected. More importantly, the final video and highlight video are FABULOUS. They caught the best stuff and the editing is on point. I'd definitely use again (hope I don't need to!) and would definitely recommend them.
Raquel H
5.0
2/01/2025
On January 3rd, 2025, we celebrated our wedding at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans, and Chapala Weddings captured every moment more beautifully than we could have ever imagined. From the quiet excitement of getting ready to the magic of our second-line parade through the French Quarter, the emotion of our ceremony, and the joy of our reception, they preserved every detail with such care and artistry. Looking through our photos and video feels like stepping right back into that day—reliving every smile, every tear, and every unforgettable moment. Chapala Weddings didn’t just document our wedding; they told our love story in the most authentic and heartfelt way. We are beyond grateful for their talent, professionalism, and the memories they’ve given us to cherish forever!
Annalise G
5.0
1/24/2025
Vitalii was so nice and professional at our wedding! He was incredibly easy to work with and super easy to communicate with. He completed our videos less than month after our wedding and they are absolutely beautiful! They capture our wedding day so perfectly!! Hire Chapala Weddings!!
Jarreth W
5.0
1/22/2025
The best videography and photography around!
The Rose T
5.0
1/09/2025
Wedding Planner- The Rose Event Co-
Chapala Weddings is an absolute dream to work with! Their team brings an exceptional level of professionalism and artistry to every wedding they cover. They have a unique ability to capture not only the big moments but also the small, intimate ones that make each wedding so personal. The storytelling in their videos is simply magical, and couples are always thrilled with the final product. I love working with them, knowing that they’ll deliver a beautiful and seamless video that perfectly reflects the essence of the day. Highly recommend!
Scottie Y
5.0
1/08/2025
I am so so happy that we chose to go with Chapala Weddings!! They made the whole process so easy — quick responses and punctual. I never had any doubt with my choice. They were so kind too!! We had lots of compliments after the wedding telling us they were a great crew and that they can’t wait to see the video. Our guests even made comments on how they KNOW they got a ton of footage because they were everywhere and at all the right moments— and sure enough they did. Our videos turned out amazing! STOP LOOKING — you’ve found your camera crew!! Thank you Vitalli and crew!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 01/08/2025
Thank you so much!
Amanda G
5.0
11/24/2024
Vitalii and Lena were one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! The high energy they brought helped add excitement to our day and the video result from the day was pure magic! Not only did they capture the best moments, they also brought a strong videography style that really captured the essence of our wedding. Watching the video we laughed, cried and danced along. I cannot recommend them enough!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 11/24/2024
Thank you so much!It was a pleasure to work with all!
Susan R
5.0
11/21/2024
If I could give more than 5 stars to rate Chapala Weddings, I would!!! Vitalli and Lena were absolutely EXCELLENT!!! They were both very professional. They gave us what we wanted and more! Everyone we've shown the video and pictures have told us the quality were very high-end and very professional in appearance.
Vitalli communicated well and promptly answered any of our questions and requests! It was awesome to have a fun and creative couple capture all of the special moments at my son's and new daughter in law's Wedding day. Both Lena and Vitalli were able to record their beautiful and magical LOVE story on film that we will AlWAYS treasure and will want to watch over and over again. It is great to be able to relive the moments that are beautifully captured on film.
I want to Thank Chapala Weddings for sharing and for being a WONDERFUL part of their Wedding day. I also want to thank Tiffany (2nd photographer) and Andrew (2nd videographer) for helping with everything! Thank you again!!!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 11/21/2024
Thank you so much!
emily g
5.0
11/20/2024
chapala films is a 5 star business! vitalii and his wife are true artists that produce the most beautiful videos! the cameras were on all day and night to capture every little moment. we love our videos and they were delivered exactly when we were told they would be!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 11/21/2024
Thank you so much!
Amanda B
5.0
11/09/2024
The absolute best videographer for a very affordable price! We did our research before finding a videographer and Chapala’s package was truly the best in terms of what you receive and the quality! Vitalii was such a pleasure to work with. He was so gracious in working with us and accommodating requests for the video. We are so pleased with how it turned out and can’t wait to watch it for years to come to relive our favorite day!
Karolyn C
5.0
11/08/2024
I’d give more stars if I could! They really captured the whole vibe and highlighted the best parts of the night. Also, did a very good job of editing out parts that needed to be (ex. The best man speech that went on WAY too long lol).
Great communication with booking, pricing, locations and through the whole day of. We received the videos pretty quickly too! Can’t express how happy we are with all the footage.
Andrew K
5.0
10/02/2024
Would give them more stars if they allowed me!! Me and my wife were extremely happy with the video Chapala did. Everything was perfect and captured the entire day perfectly. Would highly recommend!
Response from Chapala Weddings on 10/03/2024
Thank you so much!
Andrea M
5.0
7/14/2024
We are absolutely thrilled with the exceptional work of Chapala Weddings Photography at our wedding! From our initial consultation to receiving our final photos and video, every step of the process was seamless and professional.
Vitalii and Lena captured the most beautiful moments of our special day with such creativity and attention to detail. The photos are stunning and truly reflect the emotions and joy of the day. They managed to capture both the big moments and the small details that we might have missed otherwise.
They did an outstanding job with our wedding video. The editing was impeccable, and they managed to perfectly capture the essence of our day. Watching the video felt like reliving the entire wedding all over again, with all the emotions and happiness vividly portrayed.
Chapala Weddings was incredibly professional and easy to work with. They made us feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the day, which really shows in the final results. We couldn't have asked for a better team to capture our wedding memories.
Thank you so much!
Amrit & Andrea
Response from Chapala Weddings on 07/14/2024
Thank you so much! We are very appreciated!
Amber D
5.0
7/09/2024
Absolutely gorgeous wedding video, very professional, and a pleasure to work with.
Alyssa G
5.0
5/06/2024
If you are on the fence about getting a videographer. Do it! Especially with Chapala Weddings!
We love our highlight and wedding video!! Vitalii captured all of the special moments and turned it into something tangible. Watching our video takes me right back to my wedding day!
Tanya C
5.0
5/06/2024
Wonderful company to work with, we are in love with my daughter and son in laws wedding video. Fast turn around..wedding was three weeks ago.
✧Christine B
5.0
3/05/2024
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING VIDEOGRAPHY!! We expected the video to be great from seeing their work, but Chapala Weddings absolutely exceeded our expectations! We have gotten TONS of compliments from people saying this was the BEST wedding video they've ever seen! Having the groom/officiant/dad mic'd up just made the videos 10000x better actually being able to hear all the small sweet comments, and the first look/ceremony/vows. They even incorporated some of the actual songs that were playing during the wedding day/night in our longer recap video. We will recommend Chapala Weddings to everyone and anyone! Vitalii was great to work with and was sure to understand what vibe we were going for. You will not regret booking them!!!!
Paula V
5.0
11/15/2023
Chapala photographed my wedding my photos are amazing. We are so happy. The photographer was so helpful with posing us every single angle of wedding dress was photographed. They are professional and very helpful.
Lauren E
5.0
11/15/2023
Having chapalaweddings as our wedding videographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day! Vitalli was professional and truly made our wedding video dreams come true! We will cherish our videos forever!
Maxim W
5.0
9/28/2023
If you’re lucky enough to book with Vitalii Chapala thank the heavens! He is AMAZING! Chapalaweddings was very communicative professional, and his videos are just beautiful.
Mariia G
5.0
4/30/2023
CHapalaweddings is the BEST choice we made when looking for a videographer for our wedding day. He did fantastic job capturing the beauty of our wedding and each of the special moments
Irina J
5.0
3/13/2023
Chapalaweddings was AMAZING for our wedding day. I recommend him to EVERYONE when they tell me they are getting married.
Daria P
5.0
3/09/2023
it was a pleasure to work, you can see the professionalism and good qualities of the videographer. I advise
Irina B
5.0
3/01/2023
We really enjoyed working with Vitaly. He's a professional in his field. Video shooting and the result at the highest level. We recommend it
Maria T
5.0
2/27/2023
Guys !!! you’re awesome 🤩
I highly recommend Chapala Weddings for wedding videography.
If you want perfect wedding videos, sign up with Vitalii and his team. We were overwhelmed with gratitude at how beautiful our videos turned out. There are not enough words to express how amazing Chapala is. From the moment I booked until AFTER the wedding he was spot on.
Tatjana M
5.0
2/27/2023
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Evgeniya M
5.0
2/18/2023
Our wedding film is out amazing! I with my husband look throughout it and we have so strong emotions every time! Thanks Chapala weddings for our smiles and our tears in the eyes from the happiness! Chapala weddings, you are very cool!
Julia L
5.0
2/15/2023
Our wedding film turned out exactly the way I wanted. The quality of shooting, music, mood - everything is on top. I am very glad that of all the videographers we chose you, Vitaliy. Thank you for your professionalism and individual approach to each client. And thanks that after 5 years our film still evokes a million positive emotions and remains a quality product.
Karina G
5.0
2/13/2023
Thank you very much Vitalii! I am convinced of how important it is to choose the right videographer, so subtly, gently was emphasized every detail of our celebration, the delight of the result. Vitalii is responsible and nice person, we discussed all the details before the celebration, all our wishes and ideas were taken into account. Responsive, always in touch, so all five stars and many thanks! We recommend
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