About Heather

Heather Cheatham is a seasoned photographer in the Central Virginia area, specializing in wedding and portrait photography. Make yourself at home in her studio, located in Appomattox, VA, or choose your own location anywhere from Lynchburg, VA to locations all over Central Virginia such as Forest, Bedford, Rustburg, Campbell County, Buckingham, Charlotte Court House, or beyond.

Portrait sessions can seem overwhelming.  Wedding days can be stressful and short lived.  We all ask ourselves… Will my kids behave?  Will I/we feel awkward or have fun?  Will my clothes look right?  I understand all of that because I’m a woman, mother, and wife, too.

The good news is I only expect that you are comfortable, enjoy your experience and walk away with images that capture the essence of you and your relationships.  It will be a little more creative and little less stiff because I believe sessions should be relaxed and like visiting with a friend. 

I also believe kids grow up too fast, relationships (no matter if you have been together days or decades) are what ties us together, and that wedding days are once in a lifetime.

My photography style is a blend of classic and contemporary.  It is distinctly simple and clean with a slight touch of flair.  It’s very personal, from holding hands and reflective moments to your wedding day details you planned in your mind forever.  It’s natural.  It’s real.

It is not your Mother’s traditional portraits, nor newspaper style journalism.  It’s not painted portraits, perfect poses, uber stylish or processed imagery.  If those styles are what you are looking for, there are many talented artists in the area that can provide that for you.  It’s my responsibility to capture you at your best, real and beautiful.

I firmly believe in delivering the highest quality product and service. Every client deserves portraits and products to enjoy for years to come. Whether delivered in print, or digitally, they are given full attention, retouching and artistry.  A variety of custom designed products and services to design wall galleries in your home are also available.

I really look forward to documenting a moment in your life.  We can’t stop or turn back time, but a photograph will.  Don’t let time slip you by.