Two Trusted Brands.
One Unified Plan.
Two Trusted Brands.
One Unified Plan.
And an exclusive $1,000+ savings on your wedding day.
When your photography team and entertainment company operate with a shared vision, your wedding day beautifully aligns. Chocolate Paper Studios and Perfect Day DJs have spent years working side-by-side in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky's most loved venues.
By combining an internationally awarded wedding photographer with a premier, venue-preferred DJ entertainment group, we map out a thoughtful plan ahead of time—giving you a day that flows naturally, stays relaxed, and keeps the energy high from start to finish.
Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky Wedding Photographer + DJ Team
Tailored for the Rhythm of Your Entire Day
Expertise in Any Environment
From the quiet, anticipation-filled moments of morning preparation to the very last song on a packed dance floor, our teams are completely in sync to make every part of your celebration shine.
Trusted local expertise
Our deep knowledge and expertise in navigating wedding logistics flawlessly is exactly why our brands are trusted partners on many of the region’s premier venue lists.
a unified approach to your big day
We know exactly how to walk into any space and immediately master the layout, acoustics, and lighting.
This cohesive planning ensures your entertainment flows naturally with the mood of the room, while Mary and her team seamlessly capture that exact energy in a beautiful blend of real moments and quality portraits.
Meet Mary & Chad
At the end of the day, we care about helping you feel fully present in one of the most meaningful days of your life.
- Years of working weddings together
- A shared approach to timelines and flow
- A team that keeps things easy and fun
The team behind your photo + DJ experience
We’re Mary and Chad—husband and wife behind Chocolate Paper Studios and Perfect Day DJs—and we’ve spent years working weddings side-by-side together.
Because we’re not just collaborating for the first time on your wedding day, everything feels more natural. We know how each other works, how to read the room, and how to keep things moving without it ever feeling forced.
For you, that means less stress, better flow, and a day that actually feels like your own.
Why couples love this
“Having a DJ and photographer that work together so seamlessly was a better experience than we could have wished for.”
— Tyler W
“Together they made our wedding day absolutely unforgettable. We couldn’t recommend them enough.”
— Lauren L
“The flow of our wedding was perfect… we had so many compliments on how well the night was organized.”
— Rory B
“Working with the two of them together was the best decision we made for our wedding.”
— Logan P
This is what it feels like when everything just flows.
You deserve to feel this way on your wedding day, too.
What's included:
Everything is designed to work together so your timeline, transitions, and overall experience feel connected from start to finish.
We’ll help guide the flow of your day so things stay organized, relaxed, and enjoyable—without feeling rushed or overproduced.
second photographer/assistant
engagement session with Mary
high-res images in an online gallery
Professional Slideshow
chad as your DJ and emcee
online planning account
dancefloor lighting
OPTIONAL CEREMONY MUSIC AND/OR SOUND - OR - 12 dmx uplights
mary as your lead photographer
“They are both EXTREMELY TALENTED at what they do.”
Having a DJ and photographer that work with one another so seamlessly was a better experience than we could have wished for. The flow of our wedding was perfect. We had so many compliments on how well the night was organized thanks to Mary and Chad.
— Rory & Ryan
“The minute we met Mary and Chad we knew we wanted them to be a part of our big day. They are the best team and will MAKE YOUR DAY UNFORGETTABLE.”
They are both incredibly genuine, good people and we felt that we would be taken care of our entire engagement process up to our wedding day. Mary and Chad made sure everything ran smoothly the entire day. Our other vendors had great things to say about them as well which is another testament of how great of a job they do.
— Maria & Sean
A better fit if you’re looking for…
This combines both into one connected experience—simplifying your planning while creating a smoother overall day. Custom collections are available based on your wedding.
- A day that feels easy and enjoyable
- A team that already works together
- Less stress coordinating vendors
- Photography and music that feel aligned
- A wedding experience that flows naturally
If this sounds like the kind of experience you want, we’d love to hear from you.
Let's Do This.
Reach out to us to schedule a consultation so we can learn about you, your big day, and how we can help. We'll give you our whole spiel and answer any questions you might have to make sure we're the best fit for you as your wedding photographer and DJ!
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