The Best Wedding Photographers in Brightwood, VA

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556 Wedding Photographers in Brightwood, VA

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Atalie Day Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I live for documenting the connections between people—the genuine, unscripted, deeply human moments that tell a real story. I’m a wedding photographer with a fine art meets photojournalism style, which I began to cultivate while attending the Corcoran College of Art + Design in DC. I believe in “happily ever afters” because I found mine with my husband, Jared. We've been married for 20 years. I love photographing couples who (like me) have found their person—their best friend, partner, and soulmate. My mission is to capture love in its purest form and turn it into timeless art you’ll cherish forever.

I can't say enough good things about working with Atalie. She really took the time to get to know us during the planning process which made our experience with her on our big day feel easy, stress-free and perfectly tailored to us as a couple. We just got our first sample of photos are we are so blown away. Atalie is a true artist!
Katie B., 10 months ago
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Pop of Molly Photography & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Your wedding day is a whirlwind of family and friends, vows and true love, good food and of course lots of cake! With a wedding photographer, all the beautiful moments can be captured and remembered forever. Pop of Molly Photography focuses on candid photography encapsulating the bride and groom and wedding guests enjoying the moment and being their own beautiful selves. Focusing on candid photography doesn't mean I won't take the time to sit down with you and go over the "must have" shots, list of family members and wedding party, and ensure I have photos of all your Pinterest board "dream wedding" photos.

Awarded Best of Zola
Molly was the first vendor that we booked for our October 2025 wedding and she was a star from the beginning! We set up a call, discussed our vision for our wedding and then moved forward with an easy to set-up payment plan for our photography package! It included engagement photoshoot and a full day of photography! Molly was very communicative and knowledgable and made us feel so comfortable. Highly recommend her for your next occasion!
Krystie O., 9 months ago
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Andreah Racquelle Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
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Your wedding day is packed with unforgettable memories, and I’m here to capture every one. My goal is to take the stress off your plate by truly understanding what matters most to you on your special day. From quiet prep moments to all the laughter and excitement with your loved ones, I focus on the real, genuine connections that tell your unique love story. Once you book with me, we’ll start bringing your perfect vision to life, down to every last detail!

I cannot put into words how THANKFUL i am for Andreah capturing my engagement. While already in shock about my dreams coming to life, i am in shock at how amazing her photography skills are. These pictures are such a blessing to look at. She captured it perfectly. Thank you Andreah from the bottom of my heart! Andreah’s skill in person is unmatched. I am not comfortable in-front of the camera however with Andreah’s help, she made everything feel so natural. She made it a point to ask what photos/ poses we wanted, however she already guided us through everything we could have wanted. Her creativity, patience, and authenticity is so powerful in her photo taking and editing. In her editing, nothing is overdone. She was able to remove background objects to really create my Fiancé and I as the focus. Her creation of our photos really shows our love for one another. I could go on for days about Andreah and her craft, but my final words would be, 10000/10 recommend booking with her! She is so helpful and will help you create the best photos to reminisce on in the future. Thank you Andreah for being a huge part in our journey.
Cambria B., 7 months ago
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Holly Bee Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
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Hi, I’m Holly — a wife, a mom of four, and the heart behind Holly Bee Photography. My love for photography began when my kids were little and life was moving just a little too fast. I picked up a camera to freeze those fleeting moments, and I’ve been chasing beautiful golden light ever since. I strive to create a space where everyone feels seen, welcome, and celebrated. Inclusivity is at the core of my work, and it’s important to me that every family, couple, and individual feels at home in front of my lens.

She did our family picture and elopement pictures! She had so much patience with our kids! Easy to get along with and makes you feel very comfortable!
Inglish, 5 months ago
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Rachel Dodson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Hi! I’m Rachel, and my husband Daniel and I are a husband-and-wife photography team based in the Shenandoah Valley. We blend traditional, candid, and documentary styles to capture your day as it truly happens. Our editing is clean, rich, and true-to-life, with crisp whites and natural colors that never go out of style. We’ve been through the wedding whirlwind ourselves, so we’re here to make the photography part feel easy, fun, and stress-free.

Awarded Best of Zola
We found Rachel and Daniel on accident and it was the best decision ever to hire them for our wedding. From our engagement photos to our wedding photos, everything was beyond what we could ever imagine. They get it. There’s no extra fluff, no hidden agenda, just pure joy and great honor to take photos of peoples best day. They see the genuine moments and capture them with ease. We set up a phone call for the week before the wedding to ensure we were on the same page so she could execute our vision. On top of that, we had sneak peaks within 24 hours and our entire wedding album in 1 month. That’s unheard of!! I will truly never hire another photographer in my life.
Kendra, 8 months ago
Mary G Portrait Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Hi! I am Mary, I am a seasoned Wedding Photographer with over 6 years of experience capturing beautiful moments in the Shenandoah Valley. As an All Inclusive photographer, I prioritize customer service and open communication with couples. To uphold quality, I limit myself to 25 weddings annually. With over 100+ five-star reviews on Thumbtack and numerous wedding referrals, client satisfaction is my hallmark. I strive to capture candid moments with delivering stress free efficiency for a stunning gallery.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mary took my wedding photos at a little cabin in the woods. The photos came out absolutely beautiful. Mary has a good eye for making the simple come to life and has a fantastic and friendly charisma that made everyone’s day joyful. I’m so lucky to have worked with Mary and highly recommend her beyond a doubt.
Daniel M., 2 years ago
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GwenyGrace Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

As someone who was raised right here in the Shenandoah Valley, amongst the warm and rolling blue-ridged mountains, the beauty in little things became very easy for me to identify. My love for freezing time and catching those tiny details rapidly accelerated through my teen years, as I grew even more sentimental. Which brings me to today, where I am forever spending my days in love with watching people walk through their journey in this world. told ya i was sentimental...

Choosing GwenyGrace Photography for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. From our first conversation, Gwen showed how much she cared about getting every detail right and understanding what we wanted for our day. She didn't just take photos—she kept our guests organized, helped us stay on schedule, and made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Her artistic eye and thoughtful approach meant she captured each moment exactly as we imagined it. Beyond her talent behind the camera, Gwen's kind heart and genuine focus on us made the whole experience feel special. We would absolutely recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer who truly invests in making your day unforgettable.
Bella, 2 days ago
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The Photography Mrs 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Located in central Virginia in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Nicole and Missy can’t wait to capture your big day. With years of experience, we aim to have a fun and enjoying time capturing your wedding.

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The Photography Mrs were absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, they were so easy to work with and made the entire experience stress-free. They photographed both our engagement session and our wedding day, and we couldn't be happier with the experience from start to finish. On our wedding day, they were incredibly organized and did an amazing job keeping everything on schedule while still making the day feel relaxed and enjoyable. They paid close attention to every detail, making sure all of the special moments and little touches we worked so hard to plan were beautifully captured. The photos turned out even better than we could have imagined, and we'll treasure them forever. They were professional, kind, and such a joy to have with us throughout the day. We couldn't recommend them more highly to any couple looking for photographers who truly care about their clients and their work!
Sophia C., 19 days ago
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Fae & Forest Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

For the earthy and whimsical type 🌿 My style is inspired by fine art, nature, and genuine human connection. I feel most at home among the trees and moss ❤️ I drink way too much coffee to keep up with my young kids and never skip a beach boys song. I love to create, and I love that I can do that for a living, experiencing your love stories and meeting so many beautiful people ❤️❤️

I cannot recommend Teresa enough!! She took my wedding on fresh into the game and absolutely killed it! I still look through these photos every day to think about my wedding and it's been 3 years. She candidly captured so many special memories and had such a great attitude through the looooong day I dragged her through. Do yourself a favor and hire her. If i could i would giver her 10 stars!!
Gwenyth, 6 days ago
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Kristy Good Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I’ve been practicing photography in one form or another for nearly 20 years, alongside a background in graphic design and a bachelor’s degree in art. I don’t approach weddings as a checklist to complete, but as a whole experience to observe and capture creatively. I consider myself an artist as much as a photographer–light, composition, atmosphere, and emotion matter to me just as much as the moments themselves.

Kristy is always wonderful to work with! She has taken many pictures of me and my family. She makes the experience fun and easy going. Kristy is great about getting the pictures back quick and every single photo always looks amazing! She is truly one of the best!
Lydia P., a year ago
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Christian Dante Media 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Hi, I’m Christian, a wedding photographer and videographer specializing in editorial and documentary-style imagery. I love capturing the emotions and timeless moments of couples in love. My approach is relaxed yet organized—I come prepared so you can enjoy your day stress-free. Whether your wedding is at a sophisticated venue or a dreamy beach, I’ll create photos that tell your unique story. I also offer engagement shoots, photo albums, and add-ons. Outside of photography, I enjoy time with my wife(my best friend!), working out, and traveling. Let’s connect to make your big day unforgettable!

Christian Dante Media was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication throughout the entire process was excellent - they were always responsive, organized, and provided clear guidance to ensure we got the most out of our photography experience. The quality of their work was also excellent, perfectly capturing all the special moments and details of our big day. Christian has a true talent for his craft and an eye for finding the most beautiful shots. He was professional, unobtrusive, and knew exactly how to direct us to create stunning images that we'll cherish forever. We are thrilled with the memories Christian Dante Media helped us to create, and cannot recommend them highly enough to any couple planning their wedding.
Xochitl A., 2 years ago
Green House Photography Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

We are Hannah and Anthony Green, a husband and wife photography team specializing in weddings throughout Virginia. While we love a wedding with a great mountain view or a historic home, we know that it is the people that make this day truly special. Our favorite part of the wedding day is capturing authentic moments as your most special people celebrate the start of your new family. Some of our favorite images from our own wedding were fun, candid moments with our family and best friends. We take that experience, and our 7 years of photographing weddings together, to bring a unique approach to wedding photography that is couple-focused.

We absolutely loved working with Hannah (and Anthony, her partner, as second shooter)! Hannah was so on top of all things planning-wise and even helped me to figure out non-photography-related wedding things. She's so friendly and personable, it's amazing how she can really dial in on what you want and need. On the day of our wedding, Hannah was such a calming presence, working with our day-of planner to make sure things went off without a hitch and all the photos we wanted captured were shot. Seriously, cannot recommend Hannah enough!
Maddie + J., 4 years ago
Rachel Jordan Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I am a Charlottesville, Harrisonburg and DC wedding and portrait photographer. I work alongside my team to bring you the most memorable images on your wedding day! My style is light and airy leaning. I edit to emulate the timeless look of film, ensuring that your wedding is documented in a truly classic style.

I’ve worked with Rachel on several weddings and she is an exceptional photographer! She delivers an amazing client experience and is highly skilled in communicating with her clients and vendors alike, her work is truly timeless and beautiful!!!! Highly recommend her to join you on your wedding day!
chelsey kraus, 4 years ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (232 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
We used sound photography for our elopement at mount rainier. Eugene was our photographer and did such a great job I am in love with my photos they are everything I wanted. Communication was so easy and because we were in the park Eugene made sure we had a specific meeting spot so he was easy to find. Sounds made everything so easy!
Vanessa K., 2 years ago
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Timeless Photo + Video 
Rating: 5.0 (115 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

At Timeless, we understand the importance of capturing the unique and beautiful moments of your special day. We guarantee that the photographs we deliver will be of the highest quality and will last a lifetime for you to cherish. We pride ourselves on providing personalized attention to each couple. And most importantly, we promise to be reliable, timely, and responsive throughout the entire process, giving you the peace of mind you need on your big day.

Awarded Best of Zola
We enjoyed working with Timeless. They were very communicative from the beginning and would follow up if they did not hear back from me. We really enjoyed the photographer and videographer who we were paired with! We met with them twice before our wedding to go over our vision for the day. We also received our finalized photos and videos soon after the wedding. Would highly recommend Timeless!
Margaret M., 7 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (95 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Once Like a Spark Wedding Co., we knew we were in good hands. Rhi, our photographer, was professional, prompt, and concise in all of her communication leading up to the wedding. On the day of, she was fully present and engaged, capturing all the special moments without being overbearing. Rhi's creativity, personable nature, and great insight allowed her to get beautiful, natural shots that truly reflect the personality of our wedding. We are so happy we chose Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. - Rhi made us feel comfortable and we trusted her ideas and suggestions, which resulted in photos we will cherish forever.
Lisa F., a year ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 
Rating: 5.0 (80 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
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Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

Awarded Best of Zola
The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., 2 years ago
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Megan Rei Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I'm a wedding and dog photographer based in the Northern Virginia/DC area with a focus on capturing fun, candid, colorful photos of the people and pups you love! I'm always willing to travel, especially back to my home state of New York.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Megan for both our engagement and wedding photos! She’s so easy to work with and gave us great pictures. For our Old Town Alexandria engagement shoot, she gave us great tips and was so sweet with our senior dog and his quirks. At our Spy Museum wedding, she captured beautiful rooftop and indoor photos that are so true to our bright colors and got some great candid shots. Megan made us feel so at ease that we hardly noticed the camera. We are beyond happy with our photos and couldn’t recommend her more!
Sandra J., 10 months ago
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3:17 Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Jeremy and Jennifer are a husband and wife team! With 3:17 Photography you get two photographers to capture your day!! What is better than two people in love capturing your once in a lifetime moments? Your wedding means so much to us and we want to make your day perfect from beginning to end!!! When we started our company we promised that we would always charge what we could of afforded when we got married. We feel as though so many couples are being taken advantage of by other companies.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked 3:17 Photography, Jen and Jeremey's excellent communication and attention to detail put us at ease. Their stunning photography captured every special moment of our wedding day. Jen helped navigate my entire day, seeing my moments of stress and immediately easing them. Jen and Jeremey were a dream to work with - from booking to the big day, they were everything we could have hoped for. Jen made me feel so confident and comfortable, and their wonderful dynamic put even my husband, who hates taking photos, at ease as he laughed and smiled all day with them. I would choose 3:17 Photography 100 times over.
Kate B., 8 months ago
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Zaida Gonzalez Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Hi there, I’m Zaida and I’m a full time wedding, portrait and lifestyle photographer (yes, I do destination weddings) based in Fredericksburg, VA and I do travel wherever you need me! I am married to a handsome man and I’m also a mom. I am from the Dominican Republic, raised in the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. I capture special moments with creativity and a uniqueness that separates me from the rest. I love to travel, spend time with my husband, play with my little ones, eat and I have a sweet tooth!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the absolute best experience with our wedding photographer and her second shooter, Anthony (her husband). From the very beginning, she made the process feel so easy and comfortable. Having an engagement shoot with her beforehand was such a great way to get to know her style and build a connection before the big day—it made us feel at ease in front of the camera. On our wedding day, she and Anthony went above and beyond. They were professional, organized, and so fun to work with. They captured every moment beautifully, all while making us feel relaxed and present. We couldn’t be happier with the photos and the memories they preserved for us. Highly recommend!
Courtney H., 10 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first interaction, Sean and his team at Portraits By Sean were prompt, personable, and clear in their communication. Their exceptional, professional, and quick work captured the essence of our special day perfectly. Sean was laid back and brought great energy to our wedding, seamlessly capturing all the important moments without ever being intrusive. We had nothing but a positive and truly exceptional experience working with Sean from start to finish. Not only were our photos top-notch, but he took the time to get to know us as a couple and was able to beautifully document all the candid, unscripted moments that made our wedding day so memorable. I'd give Sean 10 stars if I could!
Amber S., 2 years ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I’m Edgar, an HTX-raised native with Salvadorian roots. I am the owner, creative director, and lead photographer at Anchor Studios Photography. I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Pittsburgh, PA! However, the stories I capture don't start and end there. I love to travel to capture stories all around the world.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had our wedding in California and Edgar flew out and helped make our day so memorable! We didn't know him before and didn't end up doing an engagement shoot (so I was a little nervous) but he absolutely nailed it. His photos are stunning (I've gotten a TON of compliments on them), he is extremely communicative, and he had a bunch of photos ready to go by the end of the wedding. Both me and my husband aren't great at posing for photos and he knew exactly how to place us without it feeling faked. Super easy to work with and just a really nice guy. I'd highly recommend him to anyone!
Rebecca D., 2 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

The company has done over 400 weddings for the last 5 years, so we use these experiences to provide quality services. We also provide discount for Military/Veterans and teachers. We have serviced 42 states so far. We offer both photo and video services. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible. Our biggest markets are the following: FL, New England area, PA, IL, DMV area, Tri-State area, Southern CA, MI, OH, CO.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ledd and team exceeded our expectations in every way. Communication and coordination was fantastic leading up to and during the wedding. The pictures and videos came out better than we could have imagined. Attaching comments from friends/family that also felt the same!
Leah S., 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to; let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I even begin... first, Heather was absolutely phenomenal! She was able to fit us in with probably the shortest notice ever. She was also able to work with our budget. Her communication was amazing, she answered all of my questions quickly. She made us feel very comfortable! Working with her and her fiance felt like we had all been friends already, we just clicked (haha). Side note: we got to help out two poor little stray kittens with them, so animal lovers always a plus in my book! I am madly in LOVE with the photos she took, they are absolutely perfect!!!! She was able to capture our dream come true and so much more!!! They are so beautiful!!! She was even able to finish the editing earlier then planned. I already talked it over with my husband, and we plan on hiring her again in the future! A five star rating does not do her justice, she was hands down the best!!!
Carla&Alex, a year ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

My name is Ali Cushing; a NY-based photographer working in a blended documentary and editorial approach, emphasized with a cinematic method, and a personalized, true to life editing style. I am honored to be entrusted with depicting genuine love, authentic characters, and immortalizing precious memories. I see beauty in the subtle details as much as the wide, epic scene, while I see glory in the mundane in-between moments as much as the heart thudding highs. I am adamant that everyone, of all genders and orientations, any ethnicity, culture, or faith, all shapes, ages, and abilities, are welcome and I’d be delighted to work with you.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with Ali! She reached out to me on Zola and I am so glad she did. I was impressed with her portfolio and I really loved seeing how she would capture little moments in the weddings she had done. We set up a video call before booking and we clicked. She is very calm and helped with my pre-wedding nerves. She worked with us on a payment plan and she was always very quick to respond to any of my questions. She really listened to what we wanted. She got to the venue early to scout out different shots and came to check in with me a couple of times before we even began taking photos, which I did not expect but was very sweet and considerate of her. When we were taking photos, she really helped to guide the more “posed” photos but she also captured a lot of beautiful candid moments. We had so many guests come up to us and compliment her and that was before we even got the photos back. She sent us our sneak peeks the next day and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. She captured so many beautiful moments and her style is exactly what we wanted. Nothing felt “overly edited” just perfectly genuine. I cannot recommend Ali enough. I cannot wait to see the full gallery of photos because I know they will be nothing short of perfect.
Cecelia W., 2 years ago
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Eternal Vistas 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
  • Offer

Hi, I am Bhanu Vee, The creator behind Eternal Vistas. My passion lies in creating an experience where you feel truly at ease, capturing those genuine, unscripted moments that reflect your connection. I specialize in engagement and wedding photography, focusing on your unique love story with a natural, comfortable approach. Instead of stiff poses, I guide you with gentle cues to let your authentic chemistry shine through. I go out of my way and step into wedding planner shoes if that's what my couple needs. Lets Talk !

Awarded Best of Zola
Even before the wedding day Bhanu was thoughtful and intentional about making sure he would capture our story. Planning a wedding with mostly DIY elements to it, Bhanu was helpful in providing a suggested day-of timeline and also being accomodating on the actual wedding day. For the photography, he gave me and my husband plenty of time to naturally spend time together away from the crowd to take in the moment. He took both natural and guided poses to create a gallery of the most precious photos. As a lover of all art forms, I was especially appreciative of the natural photos of our wedding guests and the gorgeous sunset couple shoot we did as the evening drew to a close. I'm so grateful to Bhanu and feeling lucky to have come across his profile on Zola!
Yoonju L., 10 days ago
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Holly Johnston Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (32 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
  • Offer

Hey there, I’m Holly! I’m a wedding and engagement photographer based in Roanoke, VA, and I’m all about capturing love stories in the most authentic and heartfelt way possible. My photography style is raw, emotional, timeless, and fun. Whether I’m photographing a tender moment between a couple or the spontaneous laughter during a celebration, I strive to capture the genuine connection and joy shared on your big day. There’s nothing more rewarding for me than freezing those fleeting moments so you can relive them for years to come. If you’re looking for a documentary photographer who can capture your day as it unfolds, I’d love to chat!!

Awarded Best of Zola
I originally chose Holly for my photographer because we had a very specific theme for our wedding (Destiny the video game). It must have also been Destiny that she played the game and was familiar with the theme. Also, she was amazingly flexible and willing to work with our budget. Her correspondence with me was always quick and prompt. Even when it came to getting my professional pictures and sneak peaks all back, I was told it would be up to 2 months for return, but she had them back in only a week or two's time. Unfortunately, (as these things sometimes happen) Holly was not able to actually come do our photos due to getting extremely sick (which no one can help), so we had to have a stand in photographer named Justin. I know we (including herself) were all bummed she could not be there considering we were all excited and familiar with the theme. Despite not having Holly, Justin was still very nice to work with and did an amazing job. I did notice that the best pictures (of course) were the ones he had time to actually position and pose us for. I think my biggest regret was I wish I had had more time and funds to pay for more time for him to pose us and take these more less candid photos. I was sad to find that we missed out on getting individual photos of my daughters and all four of them on their own. Also there were no photos of my husband with his second oldest daughter which really upset her... But again, I don't blame the photographer for this. It really was chalked up to a lack of time. Also, one of my daughters changed into more comfortable clothes during dinner so that took away from us being able to get the nice pictures I had wanted. So I can't emphasize enough that I don't blame the photographers for this at all... It was just one of my biggest regrets on my part of the night. I again, wish I had built more time and been able to contribute more money to more pictures that could be done in this manner. I definitely recommend this team. They are so nice and do their best to check off all of the boxes that you want. They work with you and are quick and efficient with what they do.
Jacquelyn M., 9 months ago
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Love Knot Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

Awarded Best of Zola
A few things that stood out the most about Isaac were how responsive he was, how he was able to accommodate to our budget, and how he took pictures from angles and views that turned out great on the photos. As a couple with demanding careers, I much appreciated how quickly Isaac was with replying to emails. We had a pretty tight budget, and Isaac was able to offer us a package that landed pretty close to our budget and only had the items that we needed the most (mini engagement photoshoot for the website and wedding day). Our ask for him was to get some candid shots as we feel pretty awkward in front of the camera. I personally think that the wedding day pictures came out more naturally because of the setting being surrounded with friends and families, and Isaac and Sushen did a great job capturing the candid moments beautifully. Isaac even had an idea for me to pose by climbing up a wooden stair ladder for a shot that I honestly wasn't sure how it was going to turn out while doing it, but it ended up turning out beautiful and magazine-like in addition to other ones that he asked us to pose for. Isaac put together a behind the scenes video that also showed the reactions of guests to our photo place cards before we had entered the reception area, and this was lovely in that we got to see our guests' reactions that we weren't able to see.
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