The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Olympia, WA

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379 Wedding Photographers in Olympia, WA

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Pacific Light Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Olympia, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Pacific Light Photography provided amazing communication throughout the entire planning process. They promptly responded to every email and we had personalized one-on-one meetings with the owner as well as our assigned photographer and videographer to ensure they fully captured our vision for the big day. Booking them was one of the best decisions we made - their quality of care and work truly went above and beyond. It was money so well spent, as they perfectly captured our wedding day. The day goes by in a blur, but they made sure to get all the important shots, from my dress details to the joy on our guests' faces. If you're thinking of booking Pacific Light Photography, don't hesitate - the pictures turned out beautifully and we are thrilled we chose them to document our special day.
IG: @., 10 months ago
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Dustin Wheeler Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Olympia, 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., a year ago
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Rebecca Jane Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,895
  • Serves Olympia, WA

Congratulations on your engagement! Your wedding day will be one of the happiest days of your life, and we would love to be the company you trust to capture all those rare and beautiful moments on your special day. You want to be sure you hire an experienced photographer you can trust to not miss a single treasured moment. Thank you for taking the time to consider Rebecca Jane Photography, we know what a big decision it is choosing your photographer, and would be honored to be the company you trust with the memories you'll cherish forever.

We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer than Rebecca Jane Photography. From the very beginning, the communication was clear and reliable. Alex was great with helping us get the most out of our budget. He even coordinated directly with the venue on our timeline to ensure we got the absolute most out of our time with him. We were both a little anxious about taking pictures and really had no vision of what we wanted. Alex made us feel comfortable, relaxed, and completely taken care of from the start. You can tell Alex is an experienced photographer. He had a vision for each space throughout the venue and knew what cues to say to keep everyone engaged, even our sassy flower girl. Every special moment was captured so naturally and beautifully. We were both shocked and yet so incredibly happy. Looking through our photos brought us to tears, we felt like we relived the day all over again. The attention to detail and emotion in every shot was incredible. We’re beyond grateful and would highly recommend Rebecca Jane Photography to anyone.
Allyson H., 9 days ago
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Vow House 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Olympia, 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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Absolutely thrilled with our experience with JL Thomas Photography! From our first meeting to the final delivery of our photos, they were nothing short of exceptional. Their professionalism, creativity, and passion for photography truly shine through in every shot. On the big day, Jennifer was a calming presence, she captured every moment without being intrusive. She has an incredible talent but knowing how to make you feel comfortable, beautiful and not camera shy. I am obsessed with our photos and I am an awe, the attention to detail is evident; from the candid shots of our guests enjoying themselves to the stunning portraits of us as a couple. The way Jennifer captured the emotion and joy of our wedding day is something we will cherish forever. The turn around was just as promised, she delivered our photos about 7 weeks after our wedding and gave us a sneak peak a couple days after the wedding. If you’re looking for a talented photographer who will go above and beyond to make your wedding memories unforgettable this is it. We cannot recommend her highly enough! Thank you for making our day even more magical!
Zulen P., 2 years ago
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Shots by Ashley 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Olympia, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800

I'm Ashley! I'm still pretty new to the PNW but I am not waisting any time getting to know it. I was born and raised in Mesa, AZ but took my business full time when my family moved to Olympia, WA in 2021. Since then I have been diving in. I am an experienced & confident documentary/cinematic style photographer and LOVE what I do. Truly getting to know you and tell your unique love story is my passion. I can't wait to meet you!!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashley is amazing. People thought we were crazy for hiring a photographer all the way from Seattle to photograph our wedding in Indy, but they were proven wrong! Everyone adored her and when we showed them our Sneak Peeks people couldn’t believe how gorgeous they were! She is so down to earth, talented, funny and was worth every single penny we spent. I could not recommend her enough!
Lauren N., a year ago
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Allison Tucker Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Olympia, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Hey there! My name is Allison. I just moved from Hawai'i and now live in Olympia, Washington with my husband and fur-babies. I have been in love with photography since I was a little girl and have turned my passion into a business. I am obsessed with love stories, planning, and witnessing core memories being made, so I was definitely made for the wedding industry. My goal is to be an affordable option for anyone who wants to make their PNW dream come true.

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It is with the utmost confidence that I recommend Allison Tucker Photography. I am a Hawaiian wedding officiant and have worked with Allison as fellow vendors in the wedding industry in Hawai'i for several years. I can confidently attest not only to her tremendous talent as a photographer, but also her extreme professionalism, reliability, attention to detail and genuine care for her couples and their families. Allison is friendly, hospitable and engaging, and makes her couples feel comfortable and at peace as she captures some of the most memorable times in their lives. She is a gift to our industry, with a deep awareness of Hawai'i's unique culture and community. Allison is the best!
Kelehua Kawai, 4 years ago
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Simone Photography Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Olympia, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200

I specialize in beautifully curated micro weddings for couples who want an intentional, intimate experience without the overwhelm of a large event. If the idea of a big production doesn’t feel like you, you’re in the right place. With over 25 years in the wedding industry as a planner, florist, and photographer, I offer a seamless, all-in-one experience designed specifically for weddings with 10–50 guests. My role is to simplify the process, guide the flow of your day, and capture it in a way that feels natural, emotional, and true to you.

Stevie last minute filled in for another photographer and we could not have gotten more lucky, the digital gallery you get is so nice and all the photos she took were amazing. I don’t know how she got so many photos for such a short elopement :)
Maria, 2 years ago
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Marie Nelson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,299
  • Serves Olympia, WA

Hello there! Thanks for stopping by, I’m Marie! I fell in love with photography at a very young age for as long as I could remember. I’ve always wanted to capture smiles and memories. From then until now I am still madly in love with capturing beautiful moments.

Marie Nelson Photography was very easy to work with and communicate with throughout the entire wedding planning process. She was extremely professional and her expertise and vision truly brought our wedding photos to life in an amazing way, exceeding all of our expectations. The photos she took captured all the special moments and details of our wedding day perfectly, making it truly unforgettable. I would highly recommend Marie Nelson Photography to any of my family and friends looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photographer.
Ian, 2 years ago
Emett Joseph Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Olympia, WA

Hey there! My name is Emett and I've been a wedding photographer for over 5 years now. There's nothing better than delivering a couple their dream wedding gallery and knowing they had an amazing experience, too!

Choosing Emett to photograph our intimate, destination wedding was the best choice we could've made! We spent a long time searching for a photographer that matched our style, was easy to get along with, and was LGBTQ friendly. Finding his website and talking with him during our consultation really sealed the deal for us. His laid back, comfortable, and easy to get along with vibe was everything we were looking for. As a queer couple, it was really important to us to have a photographer who did not try to pose us in traditional "masculine/feminine" poses, and captured the intimate, candid moments of our day. Emett did just that, and somehow more than we ever expected. Not only did we have the best photographer ever, we also felt like we made a friend in the process. Since our wedding was such a small event, but a special one, we did most of the planning and decorations ourselves. Emett was super helpful and always available to help with creating timelines, picking locations, and finding vendors that worked for us. He stuck with us after changing our minds a million times and made us feel so confident that our wedding was going to be perfect. During our engagement photos, we knew that we made the right choice! Taking photos with Emett was so comfortable, easy, and fun! I remember thinking that this was the first time that I had photos taken where I wasn't even thinking about what I looked like. On our wedding day, Emett helped us make sure our day ran smoothly, and helped us navigate insane wind to make sure that we got all of our shotlist, and he was there capturing all of the candid moments and important shots that we wanted. The whole day, he was there to hype us up, and made us feel so comfortable and taken care of. Looking back at our gallery, we could not be happier with the photos we have. We are so grateful for the most beautiful photos to remember the best days of our lives. We could not recommend anyone more than Emett to capture your perfect day!
Audrey, 2 years ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (216 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Olympia, 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
Going into the wedding planning process, my now husband and I didn’t have a strong vision for what we wanted in terms of photography. We just wanted to have lots of fun and end up with some great candid shots. We chose Original Weddings because we really liked their Instagram photos, and they had pricing options that fit our budget comfortably. Their online platform and regular communication made the process super simple and straightforward. We met with the Original team and our photographer, Eugene, a month or so before the wedding, and gave him pretty much no direction except that we wanted a lot of candid shots. The day of the wedding, he was on point. He got amazing candid shots, but also recommended certain group photos or locations for us to shoot throughout the evening. We are so thrilled with how our photos turned out, and owe it all to Eugene’s guidance, skill, and professionalism.
Ellie W., 6 months ago
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Allison Lauryn Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves Olympia, WA

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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Allison and her husband are amazing! My photos came in and I’m OBSESSED! The pictures are worth the wait! I can’t stop scrolling and scrolling and looking at them. They captured every moment so beautifully. I’m so so so so happy I booked with them!
Ivy C., 6 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Olympia, WA



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
Sean gave us an incredible experience with stunning results. He was punctual, professional, and gave very clear instructions for his shoots. He also was very excited to be a part of the process and involved in our special day. When it came time for the ceremony and reception, he was sure to stay out of the spotlight and took incredible pictures without us having to remember that he was there. 10/10 experience and 10/10 quality on the final photo results. We would highly recommend him for any event you may have coming up!
Cara and K., 5 months ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Olympia, WA
  • Offer

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I start with Lacie and Tim?!? Lacie was the first vendor I booked and for a good reason, it took one call and that was it - I knew she would be perfect for our wedding day. My husband and I have always been photo-shy and have often took awkward photos, and had a fear this would happen during our wedding day. There was never a moment that Lacie did not know what to do or what to suggest. We never had to think about it. What I believe contributes to Lacie's photo magic is she is an amazing person, incredibly easy to talk to and a joy to be around, and makes you feel confident and comfortable - we realized during photos it was like we were gabbing and being around one of our friends, and this distracted us from the fact and anxiety that we were actually taking a photo. Not only did this make taking photos fun, but it captured a lot of great candid moments and the photos felt natural and not overly staged. On wedding day, they were on top of it - timely, organized, and efficient. They were also incredibly supportive while we were both pretty anxious. They also give your sneak peaks freaky fast. We have already seen a few of them, and they look straight out of a magazine. It was an absolute joy working with Lacie and Tim, and we definitely plan to use them again in the future as we grow our family.
Ariana & D., 9 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Olympia, 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, Photo and Film was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Their communication throughout the process was thorough, quick, and easy, which put us at ease leading up to the big day. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - their youthful and creative style captured all the special moments of our wedding day in a beautiful and unique way. We are thrilled with the final photos and can't recommend Ledd Lens enough to any couple looking for talented, professional photographers who will deliver exceptional results.
Alexis C., 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Olympia, 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
Heather Christine Photo Film was an exceptional wedding vendor for our special day. From the very beginning, Heather's communication style was punctual, professional, and friendly. She was always quick to respond to our questions and went above and beyond to provide helpful recommendations and advice, even on topics unrelated to photography. Heather's hard-working and perfectionistic approach was evident in the incredible quality of her work. She took the time to meeting with us multiple times to ensure she had everything covered to make our wedding day perfect. Heather's dedication and passion for her craft shine through in the stunning photos she captured, which beautifully commemorate all the special moments from our celebration. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend Heather Christine Photo Film to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Lily L., a year ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Olympia, WA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first interaction, Ali proved to be an exceptional wedding photographer. Their communication style was friendly, timely, detail-oriented, and flexible - she was like a fly on the wall on our wedding day, capturing all the special moments we didn't even realize were happening. The quality of her work was seamless, with a documentary style that beautifully documented every aspect of our day. Ali traveled a long distance to be with us, and was thorough in ensuring we had every single picture we wanted and more. We were thrilled to receive gorgeous sneak peeks just days after our wedding. Ali went above and beyond to make our special day perfect, and we couldn't recommend her more highly.
Elizabeth A., 2 years ago
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Drzazga Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Olympia, WA

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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Leah Flores Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Olympia, WA
  • Offer

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my two dogs and three cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I'm 9 years old 🥳!

Awarded Best of Zola
I asked Leah to be my wedding photographer years before I even met my husband after seeing photos from different weddings I was apart of. Her work is phenomenal. This spring I got married and Leah was our photographer. THE PICTURES WERE PHENOMENAL!! I am still in awe of the beauty and magic Leah captured that day. If you are looking for a photographer that can capture more than a picture…Leah Flores is your photographer.
Terralyn E., 2 years ago
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NATIONWIDE Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer -HAS PHOTOGRAPHERS IN YOUR AREA! 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $599
  • Serves Olympia, WA

Looking for top-level budget friendly local photographer? We proudly hold a 100% 5-star rating from over 17,000 weddings nationwide, making us a trusted choice for capturing your special moments. Why spend thousands when you can get exceptional quality for much less? Our wedding photography begins at $499. We specialize in natural-color photography and provide a custom online album to easily share your memories with family and friends, and we offer wholesale prices on professional prints as well! . We also provide local DJs and video services with budget-friendly packages to complete your celebration.

Awarded Best of Zola
Their staff was prompt, professional, involved! Our pictures are top of the line! The DJ was great got people up dancing in the sweltering weather!
Barbara B., 2 years ago
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Stewart+Barnes Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Olympia, WA
  • 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
It's hard to describe in words what it means to have your perfect wedding day captured forever. The amount of passion and enthusiasm that Jennifer and her team brought to our wedding was unmatched! We are so happy we chose Stewart and Barnes! Also full disclosure their work does take around 1.5 months to get back but it is totally and completely worth it. Trust their process and BE PATIENT, they will not disappoint! Love you Jennifer!
Scott H., 2 years ago
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Venture Ever After 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Olympia, WA

My name is Nadia. I specialize in elopements + adventure weddings in the Pacific Northwest. I help people have the wedding of their dreams in magical outdoor spaces. When you choose to elope, you’re choosing to get married free of society’s wedding day expectations. So go wild! Spend the entire day in your favorite place, with your favorite person. Wear a fancy outfit, or wear your hiking boots. Invite your dog instead of your mom’s second cousin. Share your first kiss under the stars instead of under an altar. In the great outdoors, you write the wedding rules. And I’m here to help make it an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
When we began looking for a photographer for our micro-wedding, we gravitated towards Nadia’s images over and over again. Not only did they capture raw, intimate moments between couples and families, but they elevated those moments in elegant and natural landscapes of the PNW; everything we wanted. We reached out and set up a consultation call immediately. We were initially nervous and felt very unprepared to speak with photographers because we had zero ideas for what our special day would look like, but after our call with Nadia we were confident that Venture Ever After was the right choice for us. She was so knowledgeable and did a TON of legwork planning our timeline to best capture the moments we wanted in the lighting we needed, recommending a variety of locations for some private moments as a couple and group activities with our family, and keeping us grounded and calm throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, Nadia took the reigns and gently guided us through the day with compassion and grace. She constantly reminded us that each moment was for us and encouraged us to revel in all of the details. She even conquered some pretty crazy heights armed with multiple cameras and a walky-talky to capture some dramatic and beautiful couple’s portraits. Beyond being an incredible photographer, Nadia is one of the most genuine and kind people I’ve met. She has a knack for keeping elopement/wedding day energy light and helping her clients feel natural in front of the camera. My partner and I truly felt like models. I feel so blessed to have our wedding photographed by her and, above all, be able to call her a friend. I would recommend Nadia at Venture Ever After to everyone planning an elopement, wedding, or adventure in the PNW. In fact, I hope to be able to visit her and capture anniversaries and momentous occasions for our family long into the future.
Morgan D., 2 years ago
Emma Wargo Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Olympia, WA

Hey there! I’m Emma. I’m a sassy, sarcastic redhead and also a complete sap. To keep it short, I value relationships and experiences above nothing else (although some would say I have a serious West Elm and pizza addiction as well). I love reminiscing and think some of the best nights involve sharing a bottle of wine with old friends and laughing about all of our past adventures (while planning new ones too!). When I think about it, I know I was meant to be a wedding photographer - because I admire your relationship, understand how important this journey to marriage is for you two and understand the importance of documenting it.

Emma and her team were so amazing! Working with Emma before the wedding was seamless; she created a timeline that really helped with planning. We had Kayla and Almida for our photographers the day of and they were truly fantastic. So easy to work with and the pictures are so beautiful. Highly recommend!
Devin M., 7 months ago
Jonathan Tung Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (17 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Olympia, 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, 9 months ago
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Carlykins Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Olympia, WA

There is a wonderful joy I discover whenever I am behind a lens capturing life's special moments. Living in the Pacific Northwest my whole life, I'm ready for adventure. Weddings, Engagements, Live Events, Senior Portraits, Family Portraits, Birthdays, Showers, Pet Portraits, New Family Member - No event too small or silly.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Carly! She always answered questions promptly and was easygoing to work with. The day of the wedding, we were running a bit late, but Carly was super accommodating and went with the flow of things. Her photos are exquisite and beautiful. She captured the day wonderfully and even the expressions of the guests. The quality of her photos was absolutely worth the investment. I totally recommend Carly! You will not be disappointed.
Fiona K., 2 years ago
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Bear Beau Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Olympia, WA

I’m Luke, a Seattle wedding photographer with a simple mantra: Guest First. Photographer Second. On your wedding day, I’m part of the celebration, prioritizing your experience and capturing the moments that truly matter. We’ll make time for great portraits, but my main goal is to document your day as it unfolds—no endless posing or pulling you away from the fun. From the laughs and tears to the joy, heart, and love, I’ll capture it all to make your day unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Luke was such an amazing addition to our wedding! He was our first choice for wedding photography and was originally booked up on our date. With Covid changes, we were able to get Bear Beau for our rescheduled, smaller wedding, and we couldn't be happier! Luke brought such a joyful, calm, and helpful presence to our wedding. All of our guests noticed how kind and happy Luke was as he ran around taking pictures, and still talk about how great he was a couple months later. I really couldn’t imagine our day without the help of Luke. He brought such a calmness that made me and my fiancé relax and just enjoy our day. I was able to rely on him to know our schedule, help with the flow, he remembered details like my veil and bouquet- all sorts of things that helped our day run smoothly. Luke even arrived an hour and a half early than planned to get more getting ready photos and detail pictures, which I appreciated so much! Luke also worked amazingly with our videographers. Guests thought they were from the same company because their work together at the wedding seemed so seamless! Luke was really kind and respectful to make sure the videographers were able to have their time and space to capture the day as well. Luke is so skilled and quick that we got amazing photos all day long but never felt like we were busy taking photos- the whole day felt natural and easy. And of course Luke is so extremely talented! We love our pictures so much as they captured the genuine happiness and feel for the day. All the pictures are beautiful!! My husband and I couldn't be happier with the photos we got back and feel so grateful for Luke's above and beyond talent and service for our wedding day. We would recommend Bear Beau to everyone! Out of all the vendors we hired, he was one of the most valuable and made the biggest difference for our day.
Camille, a year ago