The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

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505 Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

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Pacific Light Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

I'm a lifelong resident of Washington State and I’ve spent many years exploring the breathtaking landscape of the Pacific Northwest, always with a camera in hand! It's an honor to be in the world of weddings where we bring the magic of love and beautiful scenery together to create memories that are everlasting. We have a close-knit group of skilled wedding artists, who are the heart and soul of our company! From the first consultation to delivery of your imagery, you’re guided personally by me and my Event Coordinator, to ensure you have a stellar personal experience. We're beyond excited to be part of the most memorable day of your life!

They made the whole process easy. The photos we received were simple to access and were absolutely stunning. Our photographer was very nice and did a great job of making us comfortable and helped us pose without looking and feeling awkward. We couldn’t be happier and are so glad we chose Pacific Light Photography to capture our special day!
Jonetta, 16 days ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Des Moines, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am so happy that we hired them! My husband's family is from out of the country and could not be here to celebrate, so the photos and videos were very important to us. They came out beautiful and the entire team made sure they understood exactly what we needed and wanted from them. They went above and beyond for us!
Jill, 10 months ago
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A+K Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

We’re Alexis + Katrina—married, full of dad jokes, and absolutely obsessed with storytelling. We met online, bonded over photography, and turned that shared love into a life and business centered on connection and creativity. On wedding days, we bring calm energy, big laughs, and our full hearts. We’re all about capturing moments that feel like you—from wild dance floor joy to quiet in-between magic. When we’re not behind the camera, we’re wrangling our three dogs, gaming, or chasing sunsets in the PNW.

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AK Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the first interaction, their communication was easy, fast, and reliable. The quality of their work is truly top-notch - they captured beautiful, candid moments that we will treasure forever. We've been getting family photos from AK for years, since our kids were little, and they always make you feel like family. On our wedding day, they worked efficiently to get all the shots we wanted, and we had our photos back in no time. AK Photography creates beautiful memories through their photos, and we highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Precia D., 10 months ago
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Shawn Tse 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,490
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Candid Moments in Digital & Film. Hello I'm Shawn. My work is about real, genuine and heartfelt moments, and I’m all for spontaneity, flexibility, and for you to be fully present on your wedding day. It is a huge honor to step into this moment in your relationship, and I hope to be a steady presence that helps you take-in the joy & excitement of this special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 2 months ago
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Vow House 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

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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Our experience with JL Thomas Photography was incredible. We are so grateful to have booked with Jen. She answered all of our questions and more. With the package we booked for our day, we did the pre wedding shoot, which we used for our save the date invites. Jen was very easy to work with, kind, fun, and non-judgmental. We were very inexperienced with posing as a couple, Jen was very helpful and guided us through the shoot. For the wedding day, she was on time and kept communication going with a zoom meeting a week or two before the wedding and throughout the wedding day. Everyone that met Jen at our wedding complimented, "man, your photographer is so nice!" and we agree! She gave us sneak peek photos of our day very quickly and already we were so impressed! When we got the full photo package, we were in awe! There are so many great moments documented with friends and family. Our couple shots were so well done, and we loved her editing style. I can't brag enough about how we loved our photographer and our photos.
Kay H., 9 months ago
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Sally Grieshaber Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hi There! I'm Sally! Nice to meet you! I am a passionate couples photographer in the Seattle, WA region. I am known for my warm, candid photo style. Forget stiff poses, I am ALL about directing with fun prompts!! I want to capture the raw emotion instilled in you. Let me tell the story of your relationship, family, personal life, etc! My clients mean the world to me & I am always ready to help them in any way that I can! I get to know you, so I can make you the most comfortable during our session.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sally is awesome to work with. She was friendly, attentive, and flexible! We get SO many compliments on our photos and people really loved her style (as did we of course). I can’t recommend her enough for capturing your big day
Alexis A., 3 years ago
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Jonathan Tung Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

No matter who you are or where you came from, everyone has a story, and stories were meant to be told. I tell stories through photography. Weddings are incredibly meaningful and intimate. I’m not just someone with a camera who shows up and takes pictures. I believe in truly connecting and engaging with my clients so I can best understand how I can tell their story. With a bright, clean, and vibrant photography style, I help bring my client’s vision to life through beautiful photos that can be cherished forever.

We hired Jonathan for wedding photography, and he was easy to work with and very organized. He visited and researched the venue (Seattle Aquarium) and lighting on his own (no flash by the fish, dark interior), and proactively setup meetings and reminders. We had never hired a photographer for a large event before, and Jonathan explained what shots would work best and timing. Jonathan worked with an associate photographer to shoot the wedding, which went very smoothly, and then Jonathan did the final editing. The photos turned out great and we received them a few weeks after the wedding.
Ashley, 2 months ago
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Lindsey Paradiso Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I'm a wedding photographer who cares just as much about how it felt as how it looked. I’m drawn to real connection, quiet in-between moments, and all the chaos and joy in between. I bring a calm, grounded energy that helps people relax, whether I’m goofing off with your wedding party or hanging back to document the magic as it unfolds. My style is part documentary, part editorial, and all heart.

My fiancée and I were referred to Lindsey and we couldn't be happier. Lindsey was helpful in the months leading up to the wedding with all of our questions about timelines and photo groups. She was very easy to work with and overall just fun to hang out with on our wedding day. The photos are incredible and she did a great job of capturing the overall feeling and vibe of our wedding. We would highly recommend her as a wedding photographer.
Josh H., 3 years ago
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Brynna Kathleen Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I'm here for the couples that want their wedding to be a damn good time. Whether it's a massive weekend-long wedding with a 30 person wedding party, or a vibrant backyard love celebration with an epic playlist, I will be there to make sure every awesome moment is captured in all its glory!

Awarded Best of Zola
Brynna is awesome. She's professional, sweet, fun, and great with communication throughout the planning process. She's a fantastic photographer (I mean just look at her work online!!) and does a great job capturing you at your best. We highly recommend booking with Brynna, you will not be disappointed! Both my step-sister and I have used her now and our pictures have blown us away!
Kathleen & K., 5 years ago
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sound & sea photography + films 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

i am julie, owner and principle photographer for sound & sea photography + films! we provide portrait and award winning wedding photography and videography services, specializing in documentary style candid’s and joyful portraiture. sound & sea photography are wedding photography experts. from our initial consultation to the final delivery of your images, i will personally be there to guide you and answer any questions you may have - and more importantly - have a whole lot of fun along the way!

My husband and I can’t be happier that we booked Julie at Sound & Sea Photography to be our wedding photographer. Leading up to our wedding, Julie was communicative and asked great questions to improve our experience and outcome. One the day of, she put us at ease with her kind and calm personality, and we knew we were in good hands. Neither of us are incredibly natural in front of a camera, but you can’t tell from her results! We are thrilled to have a collection of beautiful photos that represent the happiness of us, and our friends and family on our wedding day. We will treasure them for years to come.
Becca P., 6 months ago
Douglas R Hall Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in Seattle, Washington. With over 5 years of shooting weddings in Southern California, I bring a creative, professional and relaxed approach to help treasure each moment on your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Douglas was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding on 08/17/24. Our original wedding photographer cancelled two weeks before our wedding, and a friend recommended we reach out to Doug. He was thankfully available and from the moment we reached out, he was so easy to communicate with - always quick to respond, extremely accommodating, and so easy-going. His work has been absolutely beautiful, he has an amazing understanding of light, composition, and framing with a lot of experience working with outdoor conditions that truly captured the essence of our special day. Doug fit right in with our wedding - he showed up early, stayed late, and somehow (while just following the standard schedule of the day) managed to get the most incredible true lighting and color in *all* of our photos - everything feels exactly like the day itself felt. We couldn't be happier with the results and would without a doubt recommend Douglas R Hall Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Emily H., a year ago
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PhotoYari Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

PhotoYari Photography is dedicated to capturing life's most beautiful moments with a focus on authentic, candid storytelling. Specializing in weddings, elopements, and family portraits, we create timeless, high-quality images that reflect the emotions and connections of your special day. With a passion for adventure and an eye for detail, PhotoYari Photography offers personalized service, ensuring a stress-free experience from start to finish. Let us help you transform your cherished memories into stunning visuals that will last a lifetime.

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My fiancé and I had the pleasure of working with Photo Yari Photography for our engagement session, and the experience was nothing short of magical! From start to finish, Yari's professionalism, creativity, and genuine passion for capturing love shone through. Visionary Photography: Yari has an incredible eye for detail, and it reflects in every frame. Our engagement photos are not just pictures; they are pieces of art that tell our love story with grace and beauty. The way Yari plays with light and captures candid moments is truly unmatched. Perfect Pacific Northwest Backdrop: Being in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Yari utilized the stunning landscapes to perfection. From lush forests to scenic overlooks, each location was carefully selected to enhance the romance of our engagement photos. The result? Breathtaking images that showcase the natural beauty of our surroundings. Comfortable and Relaxed Atmosphere: Yari's warm and friendly demeanor immediately put us at ease. We felt comfortable being ourselves, and that comfort translated into genuine smiles and moments that were effortlessly captured. It felt like we were simply sharing our love story with a friend who happened to be an incredibly talented photographer. Efficiency and Professionalism: The entire process, from planning to the actual shoot, was executed with precision. Yari's professionalism and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of our engagement session went smoothly. The final edited photos were delivered promptly, exceeding our expectations. Captured the Essence of Us: What sets Photo Yari Photography apart is the ability to capture not just the visuals but the emotions. Our photos aren't just poses; they tell the story of our connection and the joy we feel together. Looking at the images, we can relive those moments over and over again. In summary, if you're looking for an engagement photographer who goes above and beyond to create a personalized and enchanting experience, look no further than Photo Yari Photography. Yari's passion for storytelling through the lens is unparalleled, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have these timeless memories captured so beautifully. Five stars simply don't do justice to the excellence we experienced!
Megan, 2 years ago
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Fika Foto - Wedding & Couple Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Will & capturing the humanity of moments is what fuels me. The hugs you can feel, the soft touches, the tears falling, the never ending smiles, the moments between mom & dad - those are the ones I want to capture! More of what it FEELS like not just what it looks like. Telling stories has always been my favorite, but words tend to get lost or forgotten so I tell them the best way I know how - through photographs!

Awarded Best of Zola
Will was incredible, easy going, and the photos speak for themselves! What we didn't expect, and were delightfully surprised with, was his kindness and willingness to accommodate our requests throughout the whole planning process. He truly went above and beyond to help make our big day very special!
Amanda C., 5 years ago
Chelsea Terry Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hey I'm Chelsea! I'm a wedding photographer based out of Seattle, Washington. I'm a super happy 35-year old who is head over heels in love with her job. Photography lets me combine all of my INFJ superpowers into one package, & it fills me with so much joy to share that with my clients. Beyond photography, I'm a total hippy at heart; I love all things nature, the moon, traveling, wildflowers, old creaky houses, thrift shopping, plants, hiking & horror movies.

I cannot say enough good things about Chelsea! I loved working with her and her assistant on the wedding day and leading up to the wedding. As a wedding planner, she made my job easier from start to finish! She was extremely kind and responsive in the months before the wedding. Chelsea was incredibly professional, genuine, and fun to work with on the wedding day not only with me and other vendors but with her couple and their guests. Her ability to make her couples feel at ease is reflected in her gorgeous photos. I highly recommend Chelsea Terry for couples looking for a great addition to your vendor team and to capture one of the best days of your life!
Jackie Harbour, 5 years ago
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Taira Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Welcome to Taira Marie Photography, we are excited that you have found us! Take your time browsing around to learn a little bit about us and our style. We are here for you if you have any questions and are looking forward to connecting with you!

Taira and Joey were so amazing and awesome for our engagement and wedding photos! They made the whole process so welcoming, kind, and so comfortable for us. We are so grateful for the both of them and highly recommend their services! They were quick to respond to emails and sending us our photos. We are so thankful that they were a part of our special day!
Samantha S., 9 months ago
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Alanna Morgan Creative | Photography + Videography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I am a PNW photographer and videographer who thrives to live a life filled with adventure, love, and lots of laughs. I center my work around adventure, authenticity, and true love. It's in the little moments and small interactions between two people that really show how special their love is. Everyone's story is different, every vision unique. We are in this together. I am here to honor and celebrate your epic love story with you through the storytelling magic of photography and filmmaking.

Awarded Best of Zola
My Husband and I got the pleasure of having Alanna capture our wedding day through videography. Alanna was extremely professional but my favorite thing about her is that she was able to match our energy and help us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She worked amazingly along side our photographer and was able to capture candid moments we didn’t even realize she’d videoed until we watched it for ourselves. In addition to all that, we received our video just 4 days after our wedding day. Thank you so much Alanna, we hope to work with you again!
Deanna D., 3 years ago
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Becky G Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

California native, PNW resident, coffee drinker, dog scritcher, friend, forward-thinker, designer. I hate having my photo taken (go figure), my dog Boone makes me laugh every day, and I thrive off of honest, intentional conversations. I’ve worked as a photographer for over 8 years and I know that half the job is connecting with people and offering them an experience, not just a gallery. I believe you have to feel comfortable with the person behind the camera before you can let go and fully be yourself in front of it.

Becky is AMAZING! I first met her in 2016, when she photographed my college graduation pictures. In 2018 - a little over a year into dating Ryan - I asked her to do our holiday pictures. She made Ryan feel so comfortable and at ease in front of the camera for the first time! Over the years, Becky has documented our love and has become a very close part of our lives as a couple. She was there for our engagement pictures in 2022 and we couldn’t imagine our wedding day being documented by anyone else. A month before our wedding, we did private vows under Mount Rainier. Just me, Ryan, Becky and the mountain. Ryan and I wanted it to be as private as possible. Becky was so great at giving us privacy during the reading of our vows while still getting BEAUTIFUL and intimate pictures of it. Having her at our wedding was truly having a friend there who just happens to take stunning pictures. We are so grateful for the memories she has preserved over the years and hope she will be there for future memories! We also love that she supports Black-led and Black-supporting organizations by donating from her earnings for every shoot!
Auri S., a month ago
Artur Habaiev photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hey! I’m a wedding and event photographer passionate about capturing real moments and emotions. With over 10 years of experience, I focus on creating timeless, authentic images that reflect each couple’s unique story. For me, photography isn’t just about beautiful pictures — it’s about preserving memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime. I love meeting new people, discovering amazing locations, and making sure my couples feel relaxed and confident in front of the camera.

Artur was exactly what we were hoping for in a wedding photographer! He listened to everything we asked for, and we loved having him at our wedding. He was friendly, relaxed, and went out of his way to capture perfect moments without being pushy or intruding on our space. After such a perfect day and night, it was amazing to receive such beautiful images from Artur. It was honestly so hard to choose just a few to frame! We would highly recommend Artur to anyone!
Renee, 6 months ago
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Joseph Tobiason 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I believe that everyone is beautiful. Somewhere deep within you, there is a fire of light and joy. Not everyone’s light shines in the same way or with the same strength or even all the time. Stuff changes. People are different, but deep down, everyone is connected to the little bit of themselves that is truly theirs. I’m also all about being adventurous. That could mean we’re going to go climb a mountain or it might mean we’re going to try the really spicy chai tea. By experiencing life in the process of making photos, you’re going to be even more connected to the images because they will have stories that go along with them.

We had the privilege of working with Joe for multiple wedding events as we wanted a fall mountain top elopement & micro party followed by a larger party in the spring. As we started planning the different events, it was most important to us to have a photographer experienced in mountain top celebrations. We decided to work with Joe and could not have chosen better. Joe not only ran up a mountain with us but was involved in all the planning details including sharing a list of the best larch hikes, watching the weather and pinpointing exactly when golden hour would be hitting specific peaks. Even as the sun was setting and the light was fading, Joe found all the last bits of alpenglow to make us feel and look like we were the only ones standing on top of the world. He even carried heavy film cameras with him to capture the evening and we're so glad he did as they resulted in some of our favorite photos. The photos Joe took exceeded all our expectations and we have been excited and proud to share them with all our friends and family. Joe's skill doesn't stop on a mountain top. For our micro and macro party events, he brought an incredible sense of calm and serenity to all the wedding chaos around us. He was somehow everywhere, capturing incredible candid moments while still taking leadership to direct the posed shots we wanted. Joe captured the differences and highlighted the uniqueness in each of our events and yet each gallery we received feels cohesive and timeless. It's impossible to choose favorites and it's going to be very difficult to determine which photos to hang on our walls.
Jenny, a year ago
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Autumn Laine Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

To be perfectly honest, I love what I do. I'm damn good at it. I have dabbled in all sorts of jobs but I kept coming back to the camera. It feels really good to take the craft that I love so much and share it. The scope of my photography is wide but I specialize in weddings and elopements. I've been photographing weddings since 2005. I believe in vibing well with your photographer because let's be honest, your photographer will be up close and personal with you throughout your big day so it's important to choose someone whose energy you enjoy and mesh well with. Having a phone or zoom chat or meeting in person is a good move!

Awarded Best of Zola
I have had the pleasure of working with Autumn on many weddings and events throughout the last few years and I would recommend her over and over again! I have seen her in action from a Venue perspective, a Planner perspective, and even a Bridesmaid perspective! Each of which was amazing. Autumn is the perfect balance of fun and "get the job done." She makes couples feel comfortable in front of the camera, snaps all of the right photos, and has a bright personality to make the day even more enjoyable. If you're looking for a great Photographer and all-around person, she's the gal for your day!
Melissa Juergens, 5 years ago
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Works by Sarah Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hey! I’m Sarah Jane, your PNW-obsessed, puppy dog loving, stress-free photographer. After 5 years working in the music industry managing bands, organizing large-scale festivals, spending time on staff at a radio station, and being the lead singer & guitarist in a band, I knew I wanted to be involved in the magic of coordinating a moment. Juuust with wedding music playing in the background. ;) Now I’m completely in love with capturing special moments at weddings and engagement sessions for couples in Washington & Oregon. PLEASE INQUIRE THROUGH WEBSITE!

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot say enough positive things about Sarah Jane, she's an absolute gem!! After watching her magic at my friend's wedding a few years back I knew instantly that I'd need her shoot to my special day as well (one day)! When my time finally came, Sarah Jane was the first vendor that we booked and afterwards everything else fell smoothly into place. Sarah Jane helped us plan a beautiful engagement shoot on Mount Baker while also taking time to help us scope out possible ceremony spots for the following year. She helped us develop a timeline for both our ceremony and our reception, and that was a HUGE lifesaver!! Then when our ceremony location had to change just two weeks before our big day due to the snow levels on Mount Baker, Sarah Jane quickly reworked our plans while still managing to incorporate everything that was important to us. She was phenomenal when it came to managing our large family in group/individual photos, completing many shots in a very short amount of time. Somehow she manages to capture all of the sentimental, candid, and funny photos all at the same time....I swear she's an absolute ninja with a dynamite personality!!!! We loved every moment we spent with Sarah Jane and we can't stop drooling over all of our breathtaking photos.
Kirsten B., 3 years ago
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Lyndsey Greene Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,495
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I’m Lyndsey Greene, a Seattle-based, award-winning wedding and elopement photographer crafting intentional, nostalgic stories that celebrate each couple’s unique connection. With over six years of experience, I specialize in intimate, heartfelt celebrations rooted in honesty and meaning. As a mother, partner, and designer, I bring warmth and soul to every frame. I proudly support LGBTQ+ clients and love working with those who value authenticity over tradition.

Lyndsey could not have done a more fantastic job with our wedding and engagement photos. She made the entire process completely stress free, she got our photos finished very quickly, and also she runs the entire process extremely efficiently. Lyndsey also is very good at bringing the client’s vision to life. I had a hard time describing the “vibe” I wanted from the photos, but Lyndsey knew exactly what I was trying to say and executed it perfectly. At my wedding, and afterwards, I had 5-10 friends and family members ask me for Lyndsey’s information because they were all so impressed. Truly I have no notes, 10/10.
Emily H., 3 months ago
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Samahan Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Celene Presto is an AAPI photographer that services the greater Seattle area. Her focus when working with clients is making sure that an authentication connection is established. It's like you're hanging out with a friend who's there to capture all the memories and everything in between.

It was so fun working with Celene! She made us feel so comfortable and captured so many moments we’ll cherish forever. She heard our dream vision board & brought it to life more bc she had such fun suggestions that we ended up loving too! She also surprised us with so many behind-the-scenes/sneak peek shots that were just the cutest!! We’re forever thankful we found her & we couldn’t be happier to have had her capture our special day
Frances M., 7 months ago
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Ty Z Wilson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,625
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Growing up, I wanted to be a writer. I never imagined I would use photography to help tell stories. You and your partner are already writing the story of your love. I have the honor to help tell that story through photography. We are here to celebrate the story of who you were, who you are, and who you are becoming in every shape, size, skin complexion, religion, ability, and orientation.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an in state destination wedding and Ty was very prompt at finding beautiful outdoor locations. His ease with creativity and keen eye for detail made for the most perfect wedding photos that we will be able to forever cherish. Ty’s natural creativity, professionalism, organization, and energetic nature made for a fun, enjoyable, stress free wedding day.
McKenna & P., 4 years ago
Goodman Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hi, I'm John Goodman—a former award winning photojournalist turned wedding photographer. My career has taken me around the world, capturing real, unscripted stories in challenging environments. This experience taught me to find beauty in the genuine moments and remain calm under pressure. Now, I bring that same passion for authentic storytelling to your wedding day, ensuring every emotion and detail is documented in honest light. Based in Seattle, I'm here to capture your love story wherever it unfolds.

Goodman Weddings was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. They were super responsive throughout the entire process, from our initial consultation to the big day. Their work was truly professional - they captured so many beautiful, candid moments that we'll treasure forever. John was there for our entire wedding and got an incredible number of flattering shots of us and our guests. We couldn't have asked for better value or a more all-encompassing photography package. Goodman Weddings helped make our special day even more memorable!
Charles and M., 4 months ago
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Cessna Kutz Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hi, I'm Cessna! I am a Washington based wedding + elopement photographer and outdoor enthusiast. This beautiful mountainous state has infused me with a passion for photography. I started off shooting only landscapes, then gradually started developing a love for weddings after shooting my brothers in 2021! Capturing nature + human connection through my creativity leaves such an impact on my own life & I am so grateful to be call this my career.

Cessna did my daughter’s senior photos and not only did she make the experience easy and fun, she perfectly executed the vision my daughter had for her photos. We were so pleased with the entire process with Cessna from start to finish. She communicated well, was collaborative with ideas, was timely I with the editing, and produced the most gorgeous, moody, whimsical photos for us to cherish from this time in my daughter’s life. I cannot recommend her and her craft enough!
Jessica D., a day ago
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Andria Lindquist 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I don’t take myself too seriously. I like to have a good time. I spelI things how i want and I will never wait for a crosswalk. I prefer quality over quantity. Unless we’re talking about coffee, chocolate, wine, shopping, and deals…then i want quality and quantity. I’ve got a potty mouth and a good heart. I give so many fucks about what I do. The details, the experience and creating some real good imagery. I’m an artist and I want to create something beautiful for you.

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From the moment we met Andria, we knew she was the perfect photographer to capture our wedding day. Her eye for detail and capturing images is truly exceptional. Her photos feel like velvety heirlooms that we treasure every time we look at them. Her knowledge and experience were invaluable on our wedding day, she was the ultimate MC and helped make our day flawless. While a constant professional, she still made sure everyone had fun and was comfortable in front of the camera. What started as our engagement and wedding photographer, continued with a boudoir shoot, two newborn shoots and two 1 year-old shoots (7 sessions!). We hope to have Andria involved in our family's future milestones, as long as she'll have us.
Shelby + M., 5 years ago
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Emily Paris Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I’m Emily, and I’m a photographer who loves the outdoors, bright colors, and creating photos that capture your authentic self. My style is colorful, candid, and photojournalistic. I’ll capture the standard portraits for your extended family to put on their fridge, of course, but I also try to create photos that show what it really felt like to be there – the bright smiles, the tears, the dancing.

We loved working with Emily! We chose Emily Paris Photography because of the way they captured the joy of all kinds of love (abilities, sizes, ethnicities, genders). Emily totally understood the vibes and priorities of what we wanted to capture. The photos are amazing, and the value was incredible! We are so happy, and regret nothing.
Claire, a month ago
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A Fist Full of Bolts 

4.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

There aren’t many times in your life you have your best friends and family members gathered together in one place. this lends itself to good photography. but it’s important we get good access, that we be able to photograph you from the perspective of a close friend or family member. we want to shoot your wedding from the inside out, not the outside in. when you get your photos we want to bring you back to those moments in an intimate and impactful way, so you can remember how it felt.

From the moment my husband and I met Melanie from A Fist Full of Bolts, we knew we had found our perfect wedding photographer. Her responsive communication style and professional, niche approach put us at ease from the start. Melanie's timeless, artistic style shone through in the stunning photos she captured, both on film and digitally. Her passion for photography was evident, as she seamlessly moved between mediums to ensure no special moment was missed. Melanie's friendly, down-to-earth demeanor helped me, a camera-shy bride, feel like I was with a lifelong friend on my wedding day. Both my family and bridal party also felt completely at ease working with Melanie. We are thrilled with the timeless images that now serve as cherished memories of our special day.
Chanel W., 7 months ago
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Alex Claudio Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I’m Alex, a wedding photographer based in the Pacific Northwest. I focus on clean, honest storytelling, capturing real smiles, quiet nerves, and everything in between. Being a parent reminds me how quickly time flies, so I take extra care to document the moments you’ll want to remember years from now. Whether your ceremony is on a mountain trail at sunrise or in a city venue under string lights, my job is to work seamlessly in the background so you can stay in the moment. The result: straightforward, true-to-life images you’ll still love decades later.

From the first inquiry to the final gallery, Alex was clear, organized, and calm. He kept us laughing during portraits, captured the unexpected moments, and delivered a beautiful gallery in just three weeks. We felt taken care of the entire time. Highly recommend.
Laura, 2 months ago

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