The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Columbus, OH

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185 Wedding Photographers in Columbus, OH

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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Columbus, OH



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
We couldn’t be happier with the incredible work Portraits by Sean did on our wedding day! From start to finish, he was professional, creative, and so easy to work with. Sean stayed until the very end of the night, capturing every special moment without ever making us feel rushed. One of the things we really appreciated was how he worked with the kids—getting them to smile and be comfortable without any stress. Their ability to blend in while also capturing candid, beautiful moments was outstanding. We were blown away by the quality of the photos, and they truly exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Portraits by Sean to anyone looking for a talented and reliable photographer to capture the magic of their day!
Kurt, a year ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (324 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Columbus, OH

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

Awarded Best of Zola
We could not have asked for a better photography and videography team for our wedding reception! Bayo was truly a mind reader — constantly in the right place at the right time and somehow captured every special moment without ever feeling staged or forced. Arlene worked quietly behind the scenes, capturing every emotional, joy-filled detail so naturally that it feels like we’re reliving the night every time we watch our video. Their professionalism, creativity, and teamwork made the entire experience effortless. We’ll cherish these memories forever!
Emily H., 6 months ago
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Danielle Williams Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

I established my business in 2020 after getting married! I wanted to be able to create timeless, beautiful, and emotion filled memories for couples such as my husband and I had from our own special day. I have a huge love for photography and traveling so by combining both passions I am able to capture memories for couples all over the world!

Awarded Best of Zola
Booking our wedding photographer was probably our least favorite task. We didn’t want someone who was going to make us pose for a million pictures. We wanted someone who was going to shoot those shots throughout the day that made us look back and say how special our day was with our people. We wanted pictures to piece together the day. We found Danielle and stalked her instagram (naturally) and knew she was the one. Her work speaks for itself, her pictures are beautiful. For us it was so much more than that. We told her exactly what we wanted and she delivered. She provided direction when we needed it, her communication, organization and punctuality was amazing and her second shooter was exactly the same. Danielle is so friendly and made us feel so at ease being in front of her camera. We will bring up her name in a room full of people looking for a photographer- every. single. time.
Paige & C., 5 months ago
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Karly Christine Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Karly Christine Photography was founded on the mission of telling stories- true, real life stories of your love, your success, your family, and your existence as a whole. My goal is to be your ultimate hype woman throughout your wedding day and continuing on through all the stages of your life. I am committed to being by your side, cheering you on through everything that comes your way.

Awarded Best of Zola
We did both complimentary engagement and wedding photos with Karly and it was an amazing experience. This was our first time having professional pictures done and she made us feel so comfortable and the process so natural. She is fun and the best hype woman. If I ever needed pictures again, I will be going with Karly!!
Ashley D., 4 months ago
Monolith Images Studios LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000

Monolith Images Studios is an award-winning photography and videography firm, featured in Best of Weddings 2023 and 2024. Since 2014, we’ve captured over 1000 love stories with our signature Dramatic Candids style—authentic moments infused with artistic flair. Led by Muhtasim Hossain and Tohid Rasel, both trained in this unique style, we create timeless, personalized memories. With over a decade of experience, we focus on making your special day unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t be happier with our choice to use Monolith Images for our wedding. From the first consultation to the final delivery of our photos, Muhtasim and Tohid were professional, attentive, and genuinely passionate about capturing our special day. Unlike other photographers we considered, they took the time to understand Jonathan's best angles and made sure to edit my photos perfectly to avoid my pale complexion looking washed out. They managed to perfectly capture the candid moments we will cherish forever. Their ability to blend into the background and still get the best shots was amazing. Plus, their flexibility and understanding of our budget made everything stress-free. Thank you, Monolith Images, for giving us memories we’ll treasure for a lifetime! – Jonathan Mingo and Samantha Steele
Jonathan M., 2 years ago
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Austin Garnette Photography 
Rating: 4.8 (6 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Hey, I'm Austin! As a Columbus native, I feel inspired to be able to serve couples in the Central Ohio area where I was born and raised! The reason I chose wedding photography is because I love celebrating special moments, and there is no moment more special than your wedding day! I want to see you and your loved ones have an amazing day, and I want you to look back at your photos and feel all the emotions you felt on your big day - no matter how many years have passed!

Awarded Best of Zola
Austin Garnette Photography was the perfect choice to work with for our wedding photos. Austin's communication style is easygoing, efficient, and outgoing, which put us at ease through the entire process. The quality of Austin's work is luxurious and detailed, capturing the special moments of our big day with a talented eye for composition. Austin brought a sense of patience and kindness to the photography session, guiding us with ease to get authentic shots that we will treasure. Austin's dedication to creating a personalized, high-end product, far exceeded our expectations. We're so grateful for the beautiful memories and highly recommend him for any couple's special day.
Kesha, 2 years ago
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Comfort Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Offer

My name is Comfort and I am a Columbus based photographer who loves photographing real people being themselves! My style is authentic, vibrant and fun, and I pride myself in my ability to capture the spirit of every person and event that I photograph. The comment I hear most from my couples is that I am a calming presence on their wedding day and that my name is very fitting. Helping your wedding day run smoothly is just as important to me as capturing beautiful photographs for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Comfort is the best photographer we could've ever asked for. 5 out of 5 stars isn't enough. From the day we booked her it was truly a joy every step of the way. We dealt with numerous vendors and the best part about working with Comfort is how personable she was. It never felt uncomfortable or awkward and we looked forward to every interaction. As a person who doesn't love planned photo's she made it EASY and natural. Just allowed us to be ourselves and the photos are better than we ever imagined. On our big day she helped things run so smoothly to the point where it all felt perfect. I was highly stressed that we would be pulled in so many directions that it would be hard to balance BUT Comfort came with a plan and by the end of the night we didn't have 1 hiccup or issue. I Couldn't recommend Comfort Photography more. If we ever have the need for a photographer again we know exactly who we will be booking. Looking forward to that day.
Terrence D., 2 years ago
Kayla Beals Film + Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

HELLO THERE! I'm so pumped you're here! I'm Kayla, a wedding photographer based in Ohio. I've always had a passion for being behind the camera—I held the camera, capturing all our old home videos. I love capturing life's sweetest moments, and hopefully, I can't wait to work with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
I was very unsure about getting video of our wedding, but reached out to Kayla at the recommendation of a friend. After a phone conversation, it was clear that videoing weddings was Kayla's passion and I knew we needed her to capture our big day! Kayla was great to work with leading up to our wedding- she was available when I had questions and flexible when I changed the plans ten different times. On our day, Kayla was prompt and worked great with our other vendors, especially our photographers. She even stayed late to make sure she caught the best moments of our dance floor and our sparkler exit. Just a few weeks later, Kayla sent us the most beautiful 10-minute video that I've been rewatching every day for the last four months. Kayla personally dropped off a wood engraved USB with our video on it too. I can't begin to say how highly I recommend Kayla and her beautiful videography skills!
Alison V., 4 years ago
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Sophie Anne Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,850

I'm Sophie, a documentary style wedding photographer passionate about capturing your wedding day's unscripted, candid moments through a relaxed and genuine approach. I act as a fly on the wall majority of the day, giving you the space to be fully present with your loved ones and feel all the feels as I capture it all. Don't worry about feeling awkward in front of a camera - I will help direct you through our engagement session and your wedding day portraits with light posing that will feel natural and fun!

Awarded Best of Zola
Sophie was amazing from start to finish! In October 2024 we had our engagement session. It was great to connect with Sophie and get more of a vibe of her style. We were able to choose 2 locations that happened to be pretty far from each other, but both sentimental in their own ways! We also ended up including our kitty in engagement photos which Sophie was very excited and supportive of. We’re so grateful to have our kitty forever documented as an important part of our relationship! Sophie was so fun to work with and cemented our choice to choose her as our wedding photographer. Then in July 2025 we got to see Sophie again for our wedding day! She was great leading up to the day — helpful in so many ways and also was open to our needs and wants. On the day of the wedding, we met her second photographer who was also great! Obviously as the client we aren’t able to make decisions and final calls regarding the second photographer. However, Sophie is a great judge of character so I knew that her choice would make sense for our vibe — and it absolutely did! Our families and wedding party loved meeting and chatting with both Sophie and her 2nd. They were a welcome addition to our special day. Sophie also brought a digital camera so that my bridesmaids could also capture certain aspects of our day in fun-early-2000s-style photos! My girls LOVED this and we loved how quickly we got those photos back. As with any wedding day, ours was not without ‘hiccups’. Our major hiccup was the unpredictable rain that day! From getting caught in the rain to moving the ceremony inside last-minute, Sophie did a great job of rolling with the punches and working with all our vendors to ensure things went as smoothly as possible. As for the photos, we are in LOVE with how everything turned out. It was hard to only pick a few for this review! We were looking for bright and airy photos that were authentic to the real-life experience. We got exactly that! We were also pleased with the mix of candid photos and posed. Sophie made sure that we had the traditional moments captured and the authentic lived experiences forever documented. I would not hesitate to recommend Sophie or even hire her again! She continues to be a welcome addition to our loved ones and we can’t wait to follow her work for years to come. If you’re looking for authentic and beautiful candids, group shots, portraits, and detail shots, look no further. Sophie does it all.
Bobbie H., 7 months ago
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Jamie L. Stout Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,750

I'm a passionate wedding photographer servicing the central Ohio area! When I first picked up my camera several years ago, I very quickly realized there is nothing quite like making people smile for a living!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jamie L. Stout Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. From our first interaction, they were prompt in their communication, kind in their approach, and thoughtful in understanding our vision. On the day of the wedding, they arrived on time and seamlessly captured every special moment, producing photos that are truly amazing in their beauty and natural quality. We could not be happier with the way Jamie L. Stout Photography helped to make our day so perfect and memorable.
Teneka O., 9 months ago
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Emergence Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100

At Emergence Photography, we understand the significance of your love story, from the very first 'I love you' to the moment you say 'I do.' Our passion is to craft timeless images that authentically reflect the depth of your connection and the joy of your union.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the start, Emergence Photography was a dream to work with. Their communication was consistently thorough, ensuring we felt informed and prepared every step of the way. The quality of their work was truly amazing - they had great posing ideas and a calm, confident presence that put us at ease during the portrait sessions. Emergence Photography is not only an incredibly talented photographer, but a genuinely wonderful person as well. We couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos they captured of our special day.
Rebecca C., 6 months ago
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Melchy Hill Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $995

Columbus Ohio Wedding Photographer | Stress-Free Timeline Planning + Candid Storytelling I've always had a love of storytelling—it's why I fell in love with photography. When I'm not shooting weddings, you'll still find me behind my camera creating short films. My work has been featured at Gateway Theater for the 48 Hour Film Festival and Studio 35 for 3 Weeks of Terror. There's an incredible rush watching your film on the big screen and hearing the audience's reactions—I bring that same cinematic passion & energy to capturing your wedding day. I'm extremely passionate about what I do, and I hope you can see that when viewing my images.

Melchy did a fantastic job with our wedding photos. From the start she was friendly, communicative and reliable. She knew our venue extremely well and had a great eye for where family portraits and first look could go. She deftly handled family dynamics, efficiently got everyone through portraits and took amazing pictures. You’re in excellent hands if you get to work with her! Thanks Melchy! We appreciate you!
Hannah S., 7 months ago
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222 Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700

These are your first days of what you'll build a family & life around - - days of grandeur that you'll share with those you love most for decades to come. The stories you tell and the story that is yours is important. Marriage is worthy of celebration and deserves print. Nothing of what you're doing in preparation of this wedding will last longer than tangible documentation of it. It's a preservation of why you're doing what you're doing. Your first heirloom piece is here for you. You deserve it. Few things are more radical than joining your life with another person on paper- - it's a proposition of vulnerability and that is radical.

AMAZE BALLS!! Brian is simply a genius. He was so much fun to work with and did a great job capturing amazing moments during our engagement shoot and wedding. We choose him because of his amazing work, but he blew every expectation out of the water.
Jessica Bartholomew, 3 years ago
Chris Bowman Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800

We take photos you can feel, and that feel like you! We get to know YOU! We take care of you, first! You genuinely get to live and enjoy your day, the way you want to! Then, our photos get to bring you back to relive it! ALL the real moments, feelings, personalities, love, connection, energy! All the things that make you and your day truly yours, and worth remembering! You're way more interesting than some lifeless pose or stiffly staged moment! The real stuff will always be timeless!

Chris and Jess were absolutely incredible as our wedding photographers! From the moment we met them, we knew we were in excellent hands. They have such a natural talent for capturing not just the big moments, but all the little details and emotions that make each wedding unique. Our photos turned out better than we ever imagined. Chris and Jess somehow managed to be everywhere at once - capturing candid laughter during the ceremony, the tears of joy during our vows, and all the spontaneous moments throughout the reception that we might have otherwise missed. The quality of their work is outstanding, and you can tell they truly care about telling each couple's story through their lens. What impressed us most was how comfortable they made everyone feel. Our families and wedding party were completely at ease, which really shows in the natural, genuine expressions they captured. They worked seamlessly together as a team and were so professional throughout the entire process. These photos will be treasured memories for the rest of our lives, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. We wholeheartedly recommend Chris and Jess to anyone looking to capture their special moments - whether it's a wedding, engagement, or any other milestone worth celebrating. They don't just take photos; they create lasting memories that you'll cherish forever. Thank you, Chris and Jess, for helping us preserve the magic of our wedding day!
Sydney P., 10 months ago
Native Light Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Columbus, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

A little about me: When I'm not traveling the world with my camera, I’m at home in Columbus, Ohio, watching The Office, at the gym or playing video games. I’m a self-proclaimed plant geek, 100% extrovert, and a nerd who enjoys laughing loudly and making others laugh loudly, too (which usually means inappropriate jokes or meme references).

We could not be happier with Native Light's wedding photography! The incredible photos speak for themselves, but Caroline's kindness makes it worth writing a review. Caroline was talented, professional, efficient and such a joy to be around throughout the whole process. We look at our wedding photos frequently and we are immediately taken back to the emotions of each moment. Forever thankful!
Lindsay N., 5 years ago
Asteria Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Columbus, OH

Phew! Where to start? Well, hi! I'm Caroline. I've been shooting weddings for over TEN years (I know, right?) and I am OBSESSED. I put my heart and soul into my work and want to provide you with the best pictures possible. I want to capture all of the beautiful moments but I also want to capture all of the silliness, goofy smiles, tearful faces and well... all of the good stuff. I also want you to have the best day ever so I work closely with you to ensure we make a schedule that's perfect and that we have SO much fun! More fun, less stress = amazing pictures.

We were absolutely thrilled with Asteria Photography for our wedding! Caroline was a dream to work with - her communication style was attentive, flexible, and dedicated every step of the way. She made sure she understood exactly what we envisioned for our big day and helped us craft a timeline to capture all the special moments, both big and small. When we got our photos back, we were blown away - the images were simply stunning, with an ethereal and timeless quality that perfectly reflected the joy and magic of our wedding. Caroline has an incredible eye for composition and lighting, and a passion for her work that comes through in every shot. If you're looking for elite, top-notch wedding photography with images that will take your breath away, I can't recommend Asteria highly enough. Caroline felt like family by the end of our wedding day - that's how invested she was in making sure she preserved all our cherished memories. We'll treasure these photos forever!
Megan B., 2 years ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (90 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Columbus, OH

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
We used Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. for our wedding and engagement photos, and they were amazing from start to finish. Their communication was clear, helpful, and enthusiastic throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was efficient, stunning, and highly personalized to our style. They sent us multiple photographer options to choose from, and we went with Sabatani, who captured every moment of our special day beautifully. OLAS also helped us create a detailed day-of timeline to ensure everything ran smoothly. We're thrilled with the photos and couldn't have asked for a better photography experience for our wedding.
Chelsea C., a year ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Columbus, OH

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. For 2025, we have 140+ weddings booked in 37 different states. 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 Lens LLC, Photo and Film were the perfect wedding photographers and videographer for our special day. Their communication style was clear, quick, and helpful throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work and value was professional, punctual, and creative. They helped us feel comfortable when shooting with each other, our bridal party, and families, and were simply fun to work with! I loved working with Ledd and his amazing team, as they provided exactly what we were looking for and created beautiful memories for us that we will cherish forever.
Julia T., a year ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Columbus, OH

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, 10 months ago
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Drzazga Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Columbus, OH

We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

Awarded Best of Zola
Choosing Drzazga Photo as our wedding photographers was one of the best decisions we made. From our very first interaction, they were incredibly easy to talk to, made us feel comfortable, and responsive. They gave us suggestions and guidance but were also game to try specific things we wanted and the end results were stunning - the photos they captured are absolutely gorgeous. We’ve been getting compliments non-stop about any photos we post. We couldn't be happier with the memories they helped us preserve from our special day.
Emily Y., 9 months ago
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Beck Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Columbus, OH

The best way to get a hold of us is the contact from on our website or if you email us at hello (at) beckphotoco (dot) com! Kristen and her team have been photographing and filming weddings for 19 years with hundreds of weddings under their belts. Diversity and inclusivity are a cornerstone of Beck Photo Co, so no matter who you are they want to document your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could not more highly recommend Kristen! Kristen was one of the very first vendors that I booked for my August 2024 wedding and I could not be more happy in that decision. Kristen's style is timeless and true to color. She focuses on capturing the day as it happens rather than focusing only on super posed shots- which I love! Kristen's communication is clear, prompt, and honest- I so appreciated her insight through the wedding planning process and especially in developing the timeline. We also received far more sneak peeks than we expected and I'm still shocked with how quickly we received our full gallery! Kristen, we are so happy you were there to capture our day!
Samantha M., 2 years ago
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Stewart+Barnes Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Columbus, OH
  • Offer

If your idea of a perfect elopement or micro-wedding involves a wild location, a quirky Airbnb, or just tossing tradition out the window—hi, hello, I might be the photographer for you. My company is Southeast based, but absolutely not glued here. I’ve photographed love stories all over the U.S.—NYC, Denver, Vegas, NOLA, Savannah, etc.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our very first interaction with StewartBarnes Photo Co., LLC, we knew we had found the perfect photographers for our wedding day. Jennifer and her team were incredibly helpful, open, and responsive - always available by phone or text to answer any questions we had and proactively thinking of things we hadn't even considered. Their communication and customer service was top-notch. The quality of their work was truly amazing - captivating, creative, and thoughtful. Jennifer took the time to get to know us and our families, and was incredibly patient and understanding throughout the entire process. She captured all of our special moments in such a beautiful and unique way, and we are thrilled with the final photos. We couldn't have asked for a better photography experience on our wedding day.
Katelyn P., a year ago