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Virginia, NC, DC and worldwide
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Christopher Paulmino
OWNER
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AWARD WINNER
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Based in Virginia Beach, VA, CPIX Photography and Film is a wedding photography company that specializes in capturing the beauty, emotion, and energy of every couple's special day. With a passionate team of visual artists, they bring a creative and modern touch that results in unique and stunning albums.
Their wedding photography services include full-day coverage, ensuring that every important moment is preserved. CPIX Photography and Film provides an engagement session, edited high-resolution images, online galleries for sharing and downloading, and the added benefit of a second photographer to capture every angle. Their cinematic videography services include a featured wedding film crafted by a dedicated team of videographers, giving couples a dynamic and emotional keepsake they'll treasure for a lifetime.
What sets CPix Aperture apart is not just their technical skill, but their collaborative and client-focused approach. They work closely with each couple to create a customized experience, delivering timeless memories with warmth, creativity, and care. Reach out today to discuss packages and find the one that best fits your event's unique needs.
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Boudoir
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Drone
Film Photography
Online Proofing
Photo
Printed Enlargements
Printed Proofs
Same-Day Edits
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Vintage
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Christopher Paulmino
Owner
Thank you for visiting. My name is Chris and I'm the owner and main photographer for CPIX Aperture. I have been married for 5 years. My wife and I have two beautiful daughters. Growing up I always knew I wanted to take photos for a living. What started out as a hobby that I could do for family and friends has grown into a successful business. I would love to get to know you and speak with you about your event and wedding needs.
Cpix Aperture also offers services for Photo Booth, Video Booth and DJ entertainment.
Reviews
5.0
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Chris from CPIX Photography and Film is highly recommended for weddings, as he captured moments beautifully, making couples feel comfortable and guided during the process. His professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to bring ideas to life were praised by multiple clients. The team's inclusive services, including photo booths and other offerings, were a hit at the receptions. Overall, reviewers were extremely satisfied with the quality of photos, professionalism of the staff, and seamless communication throughout the experience, recommending CPIX for any event without hesitation.Review photos
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Paola C
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5.0
8/02/2025
Working with him was great! Easy to talk to and flexible in times of need. He made photoshoots run smoothly and fun. You can definitely tell he put a lot of time and effort capturi...
ng all the moment in all angles. The photos turned out amazing; highly recommend!
Rachelle V
5.0
8/01/2025
We had a vision for what we wanted our wedding photos to feel like. Something romantic, natural, and true to us and Chris with CPIX Photography brought it to life in the most beaut...
iful way. From the start, he made us feel completely comfortable. We’re not super used to being in front of the camera, but Chris helped us loosen up and just be ourselves. He gave just the right amount of direction without making anything feel forced. Honestly, he got us out of our comfort zone in the best way, and the photos turned out so much better because of it. He captured everything, big, emotional moments and sweet little ones we didn’t even notice in the moment. When we got our gallery back, we were speechless. It felt like we were reliving our wedding day all over again.
Chris wasn’t just our photographer, he truly felt like part of the day. Kind, professional, and so easy to be around. We’ll be forever thankful for the way he captured our love story.
If you’re looking for someone who gets it, someone who listens, brings your ideas to life, and makes the whole experience feel effortless, Chris is the one. We couldn’t recommend him more.
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Leah K
5.0
8/01/2025
Chris is so professional & has an amazing eye for the best shots! He has been my photographer since 2016 for mom/daughter photos/birthday parties & my photographer for my wedding.....
.So great at getting the photos that capture the essence of the moment.
I would recommend him for ANY event!
Erik G
5.0
1/07/2025
Chris photographed our wedding, and my husband and I were so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with him. Cpix Aperture was within our budget and we couldn’t have been ha...
ppier with the attention to detail spent on us throughout the day and evening of our wedding. About a month prior to, we scheduled a virtual meeting with Chris so we could share our vision of the style of photographs we wanted and shot list, and we are so pleased with the way our photographs turned out. Throughout the event, Chris and his team made us, our wedding party, and our families feel so comfortable in front of the camera, and we knew we were in good, capable hands. As we’ve been able to share our photographs with friends and family, they have nothing but compliments and good things to say about them, which is a testament to the work and eye Chris has for his profession. He and his team were an absolute treat to work with, and we highly recommend reaching out to him with any professional photography needs.
Angelo was our videographer and we also had a great time working with him and Shaun. Members of our wedding party shared with us that they felt so comfortable working with Angelo and his team. He was very personable throughout the entire evening, and while we knew he was filming the entire night, he so seamlessly worked and was never obtrusive. He worked with a few family and party members with lighting and mics, and they shared that he was very easy to talk to and flexible to work with. By the end of the night, he thanked us and gave us a quick update on when we could expect our video, and we are so excited to see how it will turn out!
The entire team was such a fun time to work with, and while we were going in feeling a little anxious about being photographed and filmed, we finished the evening feeling so good and excited about the experience of working with these guys!
Kendra R
5.0
9/25/2024
Chris and his team provided photo booths for our reception and they were an absolute hit!!! Get the 360 Photo Booth, you won’t regret it!
Stephen L
5.0
4/23/2024
CPIX Photography and Film was nothing less than amazing.
The staff portrayed the utmost professionalism and poise. They made our experience so intimate and memorable.
The qualit...
y of the pictures turned out AMAZING! Not to mention, other services they provided were uplighting and a Photo Booth/360 Video Capture. Our guest enjoyed those options so much.
From start to finish, the booking process and communication after our event; CPIX was so personable, thoughtful, and very well experienced. They made sure our pictures were to our satisfaction.
For anybody planning a future event, whether it be a wedding or dinner party, CPIX is the #1 contender. I will never book another company to service our events and I will always provide my strongest recommendation and enthusiasm for CPIX Photography and Film.
Thank you guys so much for being a major part in our wedding!
Chelsea B
5.0
10/17/2023
Chris and his helper Mary was the best team I could ever ask for. The day went so smooth and they were so personable and made everything perfect. If I could give a higher rating th...
an 5 stars I would.
Phi N
5.0
10/12/2023
Chris was an amazing photographer. He was very attentive and knew what he was doing. I had a guest counts of over 260 people and he managed to take really great photos and was very...
patient. My guest and I definitely pulled him in many different ways that night but he still managed to keep smiling. I definitely made the right choice in choosing him as my wedding photographer. Anyone who is looking for an amazing photographer, choose Chris, you will have lots of amazing photos. Also, he even gave you a sneak peek of your pictures the next day or 2, which is a plus.
Rickey R
5.0
10/12/2023
The entire staff were excellent and an absolute joy to work with...Their professionalism and skill are unmatched...Book them...You won't regret it!!!!!
Hong D
5.0
10/10/2023
Chris was very attentive with taking amazing pictures during my wedding. Guests list of over 250 people and he managed to do a great job. Very easy going and very fun to work with....
He truly catered to all of our requests. He is Very very patience because my guests are not easy to work with. I am glad that I went with him couldn’t have picked a better person for the job. Thanks Chris for all that you do on our wedding day ♥️♥️♥️🥰
Kathryn H
5.0
9/07/2023
Chris was great, arrived early and took all the photos we wanted at my parents 40th anniversary party. He gave SO MANY PHOTOS! So if you want the play by play of your day, he’s you...
r guy. I have a very large family and extended family and he handled the group photos very professionally. Thank Chris for doing so well my huge, loud family!
Nataliah J
5.0
9/05/2023
Chris captured so many moments of our parent’s 40th anniversary! He captured everything, he was everywhere, he was attentive and intentional with what he captured. We have a VERY l...
arge family and his professional direction placing all our family members in a helped expedite what would be a nightmarish process. The quality of his photos were clear and colorful, we can’t stop staring at our gallery! We are thankful we got Chris as our photographer for this momentous occasion.
Meghan S
5.0
8/28/2023
We’ve been working with CPix for the last 3 years to capture all our most important moments, so of course they were our first choice when we started planning our wedding. They were...
the first thing we booked after we booked our wedding venue. Their talent, skill, and professionalism is top notch. Chris has a great eye and makes your feel comfortable in front of the camera. The whole process was seamless. Chris and his entire crew truly enjoy their work. They’re enjoyable to be around and bring such great energy to one of the most important days of your life.
Donna W
5.0
8/21/2023
Chris is an amazing photographer and just an all-around good person! We loved having him with us on our wedding day to capture every special moment. He brought such positivity and ...
professionalism that made my husband and I feel comfortable with the process, although we both aren’t camera people. He also did our engagement photos, which we used in multiple spaces at our wedding. Chris does a great job at capturing both the classic shots a couple would want, and also capturing shots integrating architecture, landmarks, reflections, and anything else at your venue that might create a one-of-a-kind photo unique to you and your day! We look forward to reaching back out to Chris once our family has grown, because his family shots are incredible too!
Sheri H
5.0
7/03/2023
Chris and his team were amazing. They were energetic and everyone loved them at the reception. The teasers have been breathtaking and we have gotten so many compliments. We are...
so excited to see the rest.
Response from CPIX Photography and Film on 07/03/2023
Thanks Sheri! We enjoyed working with you and the venue! We had so much fun with your de...
stination wedding! Congratulations to you and your husband.
Hailey S
5.0
6/01/2022
Chris was the best photographer!!! He was extremely fun, personable, professional, and captured so many beautiful moments. He is truly talented and we are so happy with every singl...
e picture he took!
Jenny W
5.0
10/04/2021
Chris did an amazing job for our wedding! He was absolutely great to work with and at coordinating. I'm so glad I was able to find someone who was so easy to work with. I'd highly ...
recommend him to anyone and I'll definitely be using his services again in the future!
Ross M
5.0
9/19/2021
Chris and his team were so easy to work with during our engagement and wedding photos. They were seamless when taking our photos, and had great energy and personality to help us fe...
el so comfortable. He takes so many photos and they look so spectacular! He is a MUST for any photos you need!
I had no worries with how my photos will turn out!!
Tiffany J
5.0
2/26/2020
Chris did an amazing job with taking photos at our wedding. He is a true professional and has a great eye to capture the best photos. He was a pleasure to work with and I highly r...
ecommend him!!
Mattanyah R
5.0
6/26/2019
Chris was great. He captured all the moments we could think of and more. Such a pleasure to work with and great energy. The photos are amazing. We definitely will be back for more ...
phots in the future!!
Catherine H
5.0
6/25/2019
Chris is simply amazing! My wife and I walked in without any idea on flow of our big day. Chris helped us put together a timeline and structure our day which was a huge help! He br...
ought up many things we hadn’t considered and helped us set the stage for everything we wanted in our day! This was all above and beyond the most amazing photos we had seen in our search for a photographer!!! We love how he captured our memories! He made sure to get all the things we asked for while staying true to his own vision and style! Chris and his team went above and beyond in every way!
Edna Y
5.0
6/16/2019
Chris was easy to work with, done a great job for a really decent price!
Aleasha J
5.0
5/27/2019
Chris and his team were amazing. The pictures he took of our wedding were stunning. Made our day so special and we will cherish these photos for a lifetime. The photo booth scrapbo...
ok was a very thoughtful and a great way for our guests to share with us. Thank you so much for making our photos so amazing! Will be a repeat client no doubt.
Johnny J
5.0
5/27/2019
Hands down the best in the game !! Very professional, super responsive , amazing talent and super great on details ! Thank you Chris for making our special day be amazing ! Thank...
you for capturing every moment ! You guys are the best !
Morgan W
5.0
3/12/2019
Probably the best photographers/videographers I have ever worked with! I am recently married and also do bridal fashion modeling, so I have come across quite a few photo/video prof...
essionals in my time but none so personable, skilled, and creative as Chris and his crew from Cpix Aperture. They even got my husband, who is usually terribly awkward around cameras, to look so natural and carefree in the photos. I have nothing but love for the photographer we had at our wedding, but I wish we had chosen cpix aperature instead now! For only a couple hundred more than we paid, the photo quality AND people skills are MUCH better.
Celia P
5.0
12/02/2018
Chris was amazing!!! He was so excited (possibly more than we were) to shoot our wedding photos. Leading up to it, we had plenty of time to chat about what we wanted, and he came w...
ith a million ideas of his own (which was VERY helpful to us). Chris was polite, helpful, and came with a plan. On top of that, his photos were absolutely breathtaking! 10/10 would hire him again!!!
Samantha H
5.0
11/18/2018
I cannot describe how much we loved Cpix Apenture! My wedding was rescheduled due to Hurricane Florence and Chris was able to work with me throughout the new date in a very quick m...
anner. He was so polite, professional, and down to earth. My entire family loved him and highly recommends his photography services to everyone! During the whole process -- engagement photos and wedding photos -- i let him make the decisions for the setting and ideas for photos because he knows exactly what to do. Chris was not only amazing for the photography but he was so reliable and i never had to worry on the day of the wedding that anything with him would go wrong. He also did our photo booth and had it all taken care of. I have seen many photo booths at weddings, but i highly recommend his as the style of photo booth was awesome, the props were great, and the photos were so clear and nice. If you are looking for a photographer that will deliver and will give you peace of mind, please look into Chris's work.
Raymond A
5.0
10/20/2018
Very professional and friendly, makes you feel comfortable when taking pictures with him. My wife and I enjoyed and glad that we chose chris for our engagement and wedding photos!
Erin A
5.0
5/10/2018
Chris was wonderful to work with. His pictures are BEAUTIFUL. I could not have asked for anything more or better. So happy we went with him!
Brittney B
5.0
3/21/2018
Chris was a absolutely amazing! When I would think about my wedding he’s the photographer I always imagined having. He was so fun and personable and made everyone feel so comfortab...
le. The wind was crazy the day of the wedding, and we were worried about my hair, but he let me use his jacket and said whenever I want to go back we will. I didn’t even notice him during the ceremony. He was so much fun during the reception as well, dancing and getting amazing shots. He thought of pictures I didn’t even think of. Whenever we got our pictures back I was amazed! I am so glad that Chris was our photographer and if I had it to do over again I’d pick him again! Hopefully we have a chance to get pictures by him again one day.
Maria F
5.0
12/08/2017
Chris is AMAZING!!!! He braved the cold weather during our Engagement pics and endured the heat from our Wedding. Very professional, kind, and respectful. I would recommend him a t...
housand times. Great person and Beautiful pics. Thank you Chris
Melissa & Mark P
5.0
11/28/2017
We had the pleasure of having Chris as a photographer for both our couple's session and Wedding Vow Renewal. We were thoroughly impressed with his level of professionalism and en...
thusiasm! He has a way of making you feel at ease during your photo session and has an eye for some amazing & creative shots. We were beyond pleased with our photos and will absolutely continue to recommend his photography services. Thanks for all your hard work, Chris...and Congratulations on growing your talent and passion for photography into such a successful business!!!
Maizel L
5.0
11/21/2017
Chris was absolutely amazing from the day I met him to our wedding day. His attention to detail is amazing. He is such a professional and made the entire process such a fun experie...
nce. He immediately made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Thank you so much, Chris! I’ll be seeing you for all our photography needs.
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