The Best Wedding Photographers in Copalis Crossing, WA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Copalis Crossing, WA

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831 Wedding Photographers in Copalis Crossing, WA

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Dustin Wheeler Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

Specializing in Outdoor Weddings and Elopements! Growing up fishing and hiking at the age of three, I spend as much time as possible outside! Searching out new swimming holes in the summer, traveling to the mountains and along the coast throughout the year! Backpacking, hiking and climbing. Quickly adding more locations to shoot!

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I was drawn to Dustin's passion for nature and experience with outdoor setting for weddings. We had an elopement ceremony by the river and Dustin captured the warmth and love of our special day. I'm so appreciative of the positive energy and enthusiasm he brought and his flexibility to take photos at multiple locations. He exceeded our expectations and his passion for nature and people shines through. Great communication, arrived early, and beautiful photos!
Barb P., 8 months ago
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Flegel Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

Jane Flegel is a Washington Wedding Photographer who is passionate about people (and celebrating them!) Jane is a documentary-style photographer with a mix of editorial and cinematic elements included during portrait sessions. Although she operates in the Pacific Northwest, she is always available for travel and illustrates love with a lens worldwide. Jane offers a variety of packages ranging from simple to the full experience, including engagement and boudoir sessions throughout your wedding planning process. Book today to see her illustrate your love with her lens.

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I ended up finding Flegel Photography on my search for a photographer that had a moody editing and vibe that would fit my husband and I's alternative aesthetic. JANE DELIVERED AND THEN SOME!!! Due to unfortunate circumstances, our entire event fell apart, but we had the venue booked and had purchased our attire, so we had to change the entire plan. Jane's team truly helped us still make the best out of it. They were so kind and understanding of our situation. Jane had so many great pose ideas for both the engagement AND our wedding photos. She was very thorough and attentive to our needs throughout the entire process of booking up until the actual day itself. Her team had SO many good ideas for our castle wedding photos. They also got SO many angles! They really know how to make you feel like royalty on your special day. With how much time you will spend doing wedding photos, I think it's also worth saying that working with them feels more akin to working with a friend. Photoshoots can feel so awkward sometimes, but working with them was a breeze and one of the most fun and comfortable times we've had- even while I was carrying around this heavy dress LOL!
Nikole S., 3 months ago
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Stephanie Bulthuis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

I am so glad you found your way here! My name is Steph (it's lovely to meet you!). I was born and raised overseas in Sri Lanka and moved to the beautiful PNW for college and decided to stay. The world and the people in it are too beautiful not to be art - so here we are creating art out of the beautiful moments you and your lives bring into being. Besides taking photos, I am a big fan of milk tea, hedgehogs, my kid and husband, sleeping in, summer, curry, and friends to share it with. I would love to hear more about you and your story and how I can help document some of your beautiful moments!

From the moment we first spoke with Stephanie, I knew we had found the perfect photographer for our wedding day. Stephanie's warm and thoughtful communication style immediately put us at ease, and her clear passion for her craft was evident. On the day of our wedding, Stephanie's keen eye and intuitive approach allowed her to seamlessly capture the emotion and spirit of the occasion, far beyond just the aesthetic details. She was a true professional, tirelessly focused on immortalizing the special moments between my husband and I, as well as all of our guests. I’ve sent so many photos to others who were in attendance and they’re shocked at the moment captured. There have been more than a few photos that just bring us to tears in her ability to just be there at the right time…and you’d never know it! She’s wonderfully stealth in her craft. Stephanie's fun and encouraging presence made her feel like part of our group, fitting right in. No meaningful moment was missed. We are thrilled with the stunning photos that now allow us to relive the day, and we wholeheartedly recommend Stephanie to any couple seeking a responsive, talented, and truly thoughtful wedding photographer. We would happily be a reference for anyone wanting more details.
Tara and T., 7 months ago
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Liliacreativity 

4.8

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA
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"Hi there. I'm Lilia, and I run this little business called Lilia Creativity Photography. I am a photo maker and storyteller. I offer wedding and engagement shoots! I am also a portrait photographer and offer family, newborn, senior, boudoir, headshots, product branding, and events. I also offer prints, greeting cards, traveling studio, and picture retouching service along with videography for special events. If you seek creative and vibrant pictures, I am your photographer."

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Couldn’t have had a better experience than with Lilia! I was more than happy with the result of our photos, they were a vision come true! She was great to work with, she was helpful posing us and very easy going which made us more comfortable in front of the camera ! Highly recommend she does not disappoint!
Frankie A., 2 years ago
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Melea Nicole Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

Hi, I’m Melea! I’m a wedding photographer based in the Pacific Northwest. My style is soft, romantic, and moody, blending natural light with genuine emotion to tell your love story. I believe the most meaningful photos capture not just how your day looked, but how it felt from the laughter, the tears, and the quiet in-between moments. My goal is to create images that feel authentic and alive, ones you’ll treasure for years to come. It’s an honor to preserve love stories, and I’d be so grateful to capture yours.

Melea was absolutely amazing! She captured our elopement so beautifully, and I am so grateful. She was incredibly diligent with multiple pre-wedding day phone calls so we were on the same page about how we wanted the photos to come out. When the weather was looking really bad, she helped us alter our schedule and was super flexible with us. She had to drive multiple hours to get to our location, so we are especially grateful for that! She expertly photographed our first look, gave really helpful directions during our couple photos, and moved around the ceremony seamlessly to capture all the special moments. It started hailing midway through the ceremony and she was unfazed, ready to adjust as needed. The edited photos came very quickly after, as well! I highly recommend Melea — she is a gem!!!
Samantha B., 2 months ago
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Frame by Two, LLC 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

We are a husband and wife duo who love to capture your memories and the candid moments shared. With a passion for storytelling, we create timeless, heartfelt images that let you relive every special moment.

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We had an incredible experience working with Sanskruti and Kacper. They brought such joy and enthusiasm to our sessions, and my kiddos absolutely loved them. It was a delight to see how comfortable and engaged they made everyone feel :) We truly enjoyed our time together. To top it all off, our photos came out beautifully each shot is just stunning, and fast delivery. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND working with Frame by Two. You won’t be disappointed. We can’t wait to see the outcome of our couple session we just did a few days ago ;) I’m already looking forward for our Elopement style photoshoot :)
Jancelene May M., a year ago
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Lemonade Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

I never meant to be a wedding photographer - but somehow, here I am. I started my career as a newspaper reporter, and left that to be a writer and photographer for a public university. Almost 10 years into my second career, I was laid off - so I turned some pretty sour lemons into Lemonade Photography. I'm a lifelong Northwesterner, a mom to two boys, a nature lover, a proud geek and quite possibly the biggest Harry Potter fan you'll ever meet (don't challenge me to a Potter trivia contest; you WILL lose). I love to laugh, and I love to make my clients laugh along with me.

Highly recommend working with Lemonade Photography! Our wedding was 5 years ago and we still have fond memories of working with Jill. She was great at capturing the feel we wanted, is super friendly, and easy to work with. Her communication is excellent, and you will feel very taken care of.
Breanna A., a year ago
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Essence of Us Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,185
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

Hi, I'm Madi! I'm the owner and lead photographer for Essence of Us Photography. I've always loved photography, but being able to combine art with the opportunity to tell real love stories is an absolute dream job. I specialize in both weddings and elopements/micro weddings, which means my job never looks the same from one day to the next. One day, I might capture an elopement in Mt. Rainier National Park and the next, I'm inside an industrial-chic venue in Pioneer Square. My job is always exciting and I wouldn't change a thing about it!

I’ve worked with Madi more than once, with her as the photographer at weddings I’ve officiated. She is SO fun and gets even her most anxious couples to relax. She’s super easy to talk to with always friendly and prompt communication. Her work is absolutely gorgeous, even in challenging settings where there are unwanted objects (or people) potentially ruining the background of a photo. {in the photos I’m sharing, there were kids behind us playing in the creek AND a bunch of people the other direction on the beach at the lake!} She is up for an adventure, which makes her perfect for elopements in places like forests, beaches, etc. She’s able to capture both the intimacy of the moment and the grandeur of the landscape at the same time. HIGHLY recommend!!
Dani, a year ago
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Pauley Photo Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

A photography studio located in Aberdeen, Wa . They specialize in wedding, boudoir, couple, and family photography. The studio is known for their ability to capture beautiful and intimate moments, creating lasting memories for their clients.

Awarded Best of Zola
Annaliesa (and mark) went above and beyond. They helped us set up and break down. Anna was determined to get things done to the point we had to actually make her stop and eat. She cleared out chair to make a dance floor. She even helped with our kids while we were running around and getting ready. Mark even made me a plate of food and made me sit down to eat in the middle of all the chaos. Which I really appreciated. They were on top of everything! And she got all of our pics back to us in less than 24 hours!! We love all our pics and are so thankful we have these memories captured.
Janessa, 2 years ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

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.

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From our first interaction, the team at Sound Originals Photo & Video was professional, courteous, and friendly. Their communication throughout the planning process was excellent, and they were very responsive to our questions and requests. On the day of our wedding, they captured every moment beautifully, producing professional, bright, vivid, and simply picture-perfect photos. Even when we had to take some of the photos outside on a rainy day, they made the images look bright and amazing. We were thrilled with the final product, and would highly recommend Sound Originals to anyone planning their special day.
Denise, a year ago
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MyStache Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

If you are looking for the perfect wedding day 3rd wheel bestie - you have found your girl. PNW Based Photographer located on Camano Island, WA. I am a Military wife and mother of two wild kiddos. I have been in business for over 10 years, and have photographed weddings for 8+ years now. I am a Photographer that is in love with true honest emotional love; the silly faces, the bad jokes, the awkward moments.

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From our first interaction with MyStache Photo, their communication was quick, fast, and direct. The quality of their work was radiant, beautiful, and they captured our wedding day perfectly! Lauren and her team was a pleasure to work with and we are thrilled with the memories they were able to preserve for us. Thank you so much for being apart of our special day!
Tiffany and M., 4 months ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA
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Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Don't take our word for it, see it for yourself on our website. 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!

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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., a year ago
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Ashley Kristine Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Northern Colorado and Western Washington. In my free time I hike, eat lots of food and play with cat & dog. I find photography to be an amazing creative outlet and love using it as a way to connect with some amazing people.

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When I saw Ashley’s work I immediately loved her style. I was a little hesitant to reach out because our wedding was in Alaska and I knew that it was a big ask with her being based in Colorado. I’m so glad I did!! Ashley was super quick to respond and was so enthusiastic about our wedding, she made us even more excited! She was the easiest vendor to work with and by far our favorite! Our wedding photos turned out absolutely stunning even with crazy weather. Thank you so much Ashley!!
Katrina, 3 months ago
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Lightfall Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA
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Pricing: $350/hr | Instagram: Lightfallimagery /// Hello! I’m Victoria and I specialize in wedding, proposal, and boudoir photography. I photograph people all over the world and I am a published photographer. I charge $350/hr or $2,800 for 8 hours with a free engagement or boudoir shoot. Add-ons to my packages can include videography and second shooters. Message me for more details!

Awarded Best of Zola
Vic flew to France to photograph our chateau destination wedding -- which included multiple events over two days, plus a boudoir shoot in the morning before our ceremony. I am so so happy we decided to work with her. We ended up with SO MANY stunning photos, including glamorous bridal portraits, couples shots, and priceless reaction shots of our friends and family. And she was just a joy to work with, we had so much fun. Turnaround for edited photos was super quick as well! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her for your special day.
Rhiannon P., a year ago
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Allison Lauryn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA
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Photographs are love letters to the heart. I’m here to capture the most important moments of your life from the first anniversary, to the engagement, to the first day of your lives as a married couple. I have been a photographer for 8 years now and I love what I do! Not everyone can say they chose their career at the age of 14 but I feel so lucky enough to say I did. Located in the Seattle/Tacoma area willing to travel anywhere to be your official hype woman!

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Allison and her husband was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very beginning, Allison was organized, energetic, and incredibly helpful in guiding us through the photography planning process. On the day of our wedding, when the weather unexpectedly changed and threw off our timeline, Allison remained calm and professional, quickly adapting to the new circumstances and finding creative ways to capture beautiful photos around our venue. She was also a rockstar during the family photo portion of the day, efficiently directing everyone to ensure we got all the necessary shots. Allison's hardworking, organized approach and the high-quality, professional results she delivered made her an incredible value. We are thrilled with the photos from our special day and would highly recommend Allison Lauryn Photography to any couple looking for an amazing wedding photographer.
Shayne T., a year ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA
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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

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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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Shawntse Photo & Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,290
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

CANDID MOMENTS IN DIGITAL & FILM - For couples who want to be present in the moment //-> Weddings aren’t photoshoots — they’re living, breathing events with their own rhythm. My plan is to join in, celebrate alongside you, and capture images that feel genuine and full of life.

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Shawn Tse is an exceptional wedding photographer. From our first conversation, their communication style was professional and responsive. He took the time to understand our vision and creative preferences, providing thoughtful guidance throughout the planning process. On the wedding day, Shawn was very attentive, discreet, made us feel comfortable and captured all the special moments seamlessly. We had our wedding on 8/2/2025 and had 12 previews out within two days. They were absolutely amazing photos exceeded our expectations and beautifully documented our celebration. I can't wait to get the rest of the photos. I highly recommend Shawn Tse to any couple looking for a talented, reliable wedding photographer.
Jessica & B., 7 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

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 was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From our first meeting, Ledd was clear, consistent, and approachable in his communication. He took time to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day, Ledd and his team were engaging and patient, skillfully capturing all of the special moments while keeping things light and fun. The end result is a beautiful, detailed, and creative set of photos that we will treasure forever. Ledd delivered excellent quality and value. We highly recommend Ledd Lens LLC for wedding photography - they truly contributed to making our day special!
Jia Y., 2 years ago
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Vow House 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA
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I'm Jen, the founder of Vow House, a Seattle-based wedding photography studio dedicated to capturing love stories with an editorial, artful, and cinematic approach. With over a decade of experience behind the camera, I have built a body of work that blends moody, timeless imagery with authentic storytelling, tailored to each couple’s vision. My work is deeply influenced by atmosphere and environment, the rainy Seattle streets, mountain backdrops, candlelit interiors, and I thrive on translating these settings into images that feel both grand and intimate.

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From the moment we booked JL Thomas Photography, Jennifer was a dream to work with. Her communication was crystal clear, informative, fun, and friendly throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, Jennifer not only prioritized our list of photos, but helped enforce our timeline and herd our guests when they didn't want to be where we needed them. She was a true stress reducer on my wedding day. The quality of her work is exceptional, exceeding our expectations in every way. In all honesty, I always get nervous when other people take pictures of me, thanks to different camera angles and a fluctuating body weight. I was terrified that I would see myself in photos of the most beautiful day of my life, and see myself as less than… but let me tell you, I have never felt more confident in sharing pictures than the ones we received. Jennifer’s tips on posing, feedback in the moment, and constant reassurance built my confidence, and it showed. The sneak peeks we received were absolutely beautiful, and we can’t wait to see the rest. The value of Jennifer's services is incredible - honestly, I think she should charge more, even though I’m glad her packages were within our budget. She felt like a true friend to us, and I cannot recommend her enough. I brag about how amazing she is every time I talk about our wedding - which is a lot. We are so glad we chose her, not only to capture our special day, but to be part of it as well.
Summer G., a year ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

My husband and I come as a photo team! We feel your day should be captured your way! So we tailor our style and editing to each unique couple! It’s not about us, it’s about you. We will help you document what is most important to you, the way you envision! Just like you, we have felt awkward in front of the camera. We’ve had photos taken of us that we didn’t like. We will make sure you not only feel comfortable, but that you look good! We give you prompts to keep you moving so you look and feel natural and comfortable.

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PictureMeThisByLacie was one of the best decisions we made throughout the wedding process. Lacie was amazing to work with the entire time. She was easy to communicate with and kept us updated on our photo timelines, not to mention all of our photos turned about AMAZING. Our package included an engagement session and Lacie worked out a weekend she was already in Chicago to accommodate us. Leading up to our session, we had issues with controlled fires and protests in our preferred location, but Lacie found us a spot that blew my expectations for photos out of the water. She gave us a sneak peak and also got our pictures back to us super quick. On our big day, Lacie and Tim(her husband/second photographer) were the best to work with. They made us feel comfortable and captured our day better than we could have imagined. As soon as they got there, they got straight to work. Lacie got all the details and getting ready photos that I will cherish forever. Things were running behind the day of and they let us add on an hour to our contract the day of and pay at a later date. This ensured that we got dance floor photos and it was so worth it! Specifically getting pictures of my husband's grandmother in her 80s dancing with all her grandkids. We received a sneak peak very quickly and our whole (massive) gallery less than 2 months after the wedding. For as many photos as we got, this was a crazy quick turn around. Overall, PictureMeThisByLacie captured our day better than we could have ever imagined, we could not recommend them more!
Kaelin W., a year ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA

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, 7 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Copalis Crossing, WA
  • Offer

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.

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My husband and I LOVED working with Ali for our wedding at the Picnic House in Prospect Park! She was responsive to all of our questions and quick to answer calls and emails. On the day, she put everyone at ease and corralled everyone to get through the family portraits quickly. She totally captured our vision for the day and we're so happy with how our photos came out! We absolutely recommend working with Ali for your special day.
Lisa K., 2 years ago