The Best Wedding Vendors in Portsmouth, VA

The Best Wedding Vendors in Portsmouth, VA

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Pop of Molly Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Molly as our photographer for our micro wedding in Shenandoah National Park. She was amazing to work with from beginning to end. From hearing out our ideas, giving us pointers, and researching the area for us to get our best pictures. She is everything you want in a candid wedding photographer and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you, Molly!!
Deven C., a year ago
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Horizon Harbor Entertainment/DJ Squirrel 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Our Mission is to make your Wedding, Birthday Party, Special Occasion or Company event an event where you have amazing memories that will be remembered for a lifetime. From start to finish our team aims to exceed your expectations every step of the way. Not only do we work closely with you and vendors, but we also do it in a manner that makes the entire experience a lot simpler and easier.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t have asked for a more amazing DJ than Horizon Harbor Entertainment! From the start, he used a planning app that let us track everything and build our perfect playlist. He handled both the ceremony audio and reception setup flawlessly, even including a super fun audio guestbook feature. Guests couldn’t stop complimenting how fun and engaging he was—everyone danced all night! The seamless setup and smooth transitions made the whole day feel effortless. Truly nothing but praise—highly recommend Horizon Harbor for any wedding!
Lauren P., a month ago
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Heavenly Spirits Bartending 

5.0

  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

We are an all inclusive luxury mobile bartending service specializing in custom created cocktails & mocktails. We use fresh fruits and herbs to make our homemade syrups and purées for our drinks and top them with premium garnish for visually stunning as well as delicious drinks. Our clients tell us we are the highlight of their event and their guests rave about our amazing drinks and high quality service. Our all inclusive service includes everything needed for bartending service but the alcohol plus we offer add on services. We pride ourselves in providing top quality, professional service and making sure our clients are happy & stress free.

Awarded Best of Zola
Angela went above and beyond to help us figure out what we wanted and needed for our wedding. Her drinks were top tier, service was beyond amazing, Angela and her son were the perfect fit for us and we’re trying to figure out how we can hire them for every event from now on.
Kenzie, 2 months ago
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Fleurish & Bloom Florals and Event Design 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

I'm a dreamer, a maker, a memory curator with a love for the written word. I have a master's in laughter, and am a world renown mess maker. I’m a wannabe world changer, a devoted pray-er, and an avid forgiver. I’m a barefoot kitchen dancer, a hammock reader and sun seeker, an accident-prone adventurer... and hopefully, when I look back, a professional life-rider and full-fledged compassion giver.

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Jessica and her team did the florals for our wedding, and they were AMAZING! She was an absolute joy to work with from start to finish. I reached out to many florists, and she was patient and intentional, taking my mumbled jumbled ideas and putting together something magical for our big day. No idea was too big or small. We had several one-on-one meetings, and she put together an inspirational slide deck. That’s when I truly started to see all the pieces coming together! She worked within my budget and let me know beforehand if there would be any additional costs based on what I wanted. It was also nice because I could handle all my floral rentals through her (things like vases and candles) without needing to contact additional vendors. On the actual wedding day, Jessica and her team were incredibly kind, keeping me at ease. I trusted her to get creative and make decisions when I didn't have an exact plan for something. Cannot recommend f&b enough!
Kinsey T., a year ago
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Velada Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

With a decade of experience, Geraldine brings expertise and creativity to Velada Events, helping hosts and couples create unforgettable celebrations. We blend meticulous planning with storytelling to ensure every event reflects your unique love story. A detail-driven planner, Geraldine anticipates every angle for a seamless, stress-free experience. At Velada, we balance efficiency and creativity to bring your vision to life effortlessly. More than planners, we’re true collaborators—dedicated to organization, meaningful connections, and intentional design. Above all, we craft events with purpose, creating moments that leave a lasting impact.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Velada Events was truly one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning journey. From the very first hourly brainstorming session, Geraldine made us feel heard, understood, and completely supported. Each meeting was not only productive, but also inspiring — they helped us bring our ideas to life while offering thoughtful suggestions we never would have considered on our own. We left every call feeling more confident, more organized, and even more excited for our big day. Our wedding on February 21, 2025 was everything we dreamed of and more, and we truly believe the care and attention given to us during those hourly sessions played a huge role in that. Thank you Velada Events for helping us plan a celebration that felt perfectly us.
Faviana, 3 months ago
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Manai Ford Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I have been a photographer since 2017 and have shot over 200 weddings to date. If you’re looking to add an ally to your wedding team you are in the right place! We will provide consultation to avoid the common wedding day hiccups. Whether it’s running behind schedule or securing the best available locations for your photos. Have you ever modeled before? Probably not, and that’s ok!! We have successfully worked with all personality types. Our goal is to bring your vision to life. No two weddings should be the same. We will approach your special day as a huge collaborative effort.

Manai Ford Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very beginning, Manai was clear, communicative, responsive, and truly cared about capturing our special day in the best way possible. The quality of his work is bright, beautiful, crisp, and clean - the photos are everything we could have hoped for and more. Manai took the time to truly learn about us as a couple and made sure to capture the essence of our love. He really went above and beyond to make our day so special. I am in love with how the pictures came out - they are stunning and I am so grateful to have these memories immortalized. Manai is simply amazing, and I would recommend him to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Jillian O., 6 months ago
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The Bridal Bestie 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

YOUR BESTIE ON YOUR BIG DAY. You only get one shot at your perfect wedding day. Take the stress out of it by letting us worry about all the details so you can enjoy celebrating with the love of your life. - Vendor Consultation: As a client, you’ll get full access to our list of proven and preferred vendors. But even if your vendors aren’t on our list, we’ll review the contracts and make sure you’re getting the best service and the best price! -Design Services: Let‘s make your day as beautiful as you are. We’ll discuss your vision and theme in depth and help you put together a full design plan to make your dream wedding come to life.

Alliyah and her team were absolutely amazing! We could not have done any of it without her. Everything was planned to a T and she was so professional. Would highly recommend to anyone getting married!
Maura M., 2 months ago
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The Venlist-The Virtual Wedding and Event Planner 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

Let's face it, every couple needs wedding planning help and traditional full-blown wedding planning is super expensive! At The Venlist, we're providing a modern way for busy couples to get wedding planning help at a price point that fits their budget from coast to coast.

Awarded Best of Zola
We used the Venlist for our day-of-coordination service and it was fantastic! From the initial booking, Brittany was personable, warm, and so easy to work with! In our month of meetings, Brittany was completely prepared and very communicative. We felt totally confident leading up the days before our wedding that everything would be taken care of. Brittany is a gem and made our day run so smoothly! We are so grateful to the Venlist for all of the hard work and care that was put forth for our big day!
Cameron J., 2 years ago
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Stephanie Jenkins Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

*Where Adventure meets Luxury* Our team of seasoned pros has over a decade of experience in the wedding and portrait industry, making sure your one- of-a-kind moments are caught with attention to detail, love, and care. We're here to make sure you feel confident and have an amazing time during life's most special events. With our commitment to excellence, you can count on us to capture lives most precious moments in an authentic and heart felt way.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked Stephanie for our engagement photos and ultimately went with her to shoot our May 2022 wedding. Stephanie is pure magic! Not only is she so talented, she has the best soft skills to make you feel your best on camera. My husband and I aren’t big fans of being in front of a camera, but Stephanie made us feel at ease and super confident. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you so much, Stephanie!!
Alex, 3 years ago
Lollipop Media 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We're Natalie & Ricky - a husband and wife power team offering photo and video since 2013. We are a fine art, film inspired luxury wedding photographer and videographer located in Minneapolis, MN but available for travel across the country. We are Jesus followers, parents to 4 kids, and are crazy about watching The Amazing Race.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was a pleasure have our family and kid photos taken by Lollipop Media MN. She picked a wonderful location, was flexible and accommodating with all the poses and wardrobe changes I was wanting, and had great rapport with my girls. The photos were edited and sent to me in a timely manner and they turned out amazing. She truly created lasting memories for our family. Her versatility is great for any photography needs.
Erica, 3 years ago
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Digital Perception Media 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I am a traveling wedding photographer & videographer. For 2024, I have 30+ weddings booked in 10 different states. I offer not just video highlights in all of my video packages, but also Full Ceremony as well as other items that can be added on. I also offer quick turnaround time compared to most companies. My shooting style is photojournalistic, natural & cinematic. I started off in photography about 15 years ago. For years just shooting landscapes and city shots. Outside of Photography & Videography, I spend my time playing in my 90s/00's cover band Lost Frequency, I am based in Scottsdale, Arizona but travel for your wedding videos!

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Our wedding day was captured beautifully by the talented Andrew we found through Zola, and we couldn't be happier with the results. From the initial consultation to the final video delivery, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. Digital Perception Media was amazing to work with. Andrew was prompt with arrival, He stayed Involved with us so that he got all the best shots. His editing is beautiful. We hope to work with him again soon!
John S., a year ago
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Yours Truly Planning 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

***CLICK ON GLOBE ICON UNDER PROFILE PHOTO TO FILL OUT WEDDING INQUIRY FORM. WE WILL ONLY RESPOND VIA BY FORM.*** If you would like us to get start on planning directly, we ask that you kindly fill out the form and one of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible!

Awarded Best of Zola
Truly Planning made our wedding spectacular! They made sure every detail we requested was executed. Would hire them again for future events.
Mary J., 7 months ago
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Ethos Floral Events 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Welcome! So glad you found me. I’m Stacy, owner and design lead of Ethos Floral Events. I truly love flowers and the implementaion that comes from designing with florals and fauna. Helping clients choose florals, curating thoughtful elements for their wedding day while maintaining sustainable practices is at the soul center of my business. We serve the central Virginia area, NC and beyond. Richmond, Charlottesville & the Shenandoah Valley.

Ethos Floral Events was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding! From the very first conversation, their team was communicative, professional, and fast to respond to any questions or requests we had. The florals they created for our big day were truly breathtaking - the bridal bouquets, centerpieces, and special memorial piece were all so beautifully crafted and creative. When we had to move the ceremony indoors due to rain, Ethos Floral Events transitioned the florals seamlessly and everything still looked amazing. We are so grateful for their hard work in helping to make our wedding day so special. If we could do it all over again, we wouldn't hesitate to work with Ethos Floral Events once more!
Nicole W., 10 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography 

4.5

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

Ozan was our wedding photographer. He was amazing and had a great team. He really helped us throughout the wedding and explained to us the whole process. Thank you so much Ozan!
Marco S., 8 months ago
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Classic Moments Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,599
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I love telling stories and capturing imperative moments that will last a lifetime. You only get a few chances at getting good moments at the optimal times to tell stories. That’s my favorite part of photography, getting to tell your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot express how grateful my husband and I were for Rashaad. From the time we booked him up until the day of the wedding and after, he has been nothing short of amazing and professional. He captured so many amazing and beautiful pictures of us and made the day flow smoothly. The experience was wonderful. If you are looking for great quality, superb service, and the best pictures you could ever imagine...go with Classic Moments Photography!!
Tiaira M., 5 months ago
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Bill Carroll Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

Our professional Wedding DJs are the perfect way to celebrate the biggest event of your lives. Expect complete professional service from the moment you make contact with one of our friendly, knowledgeable wedding advisers. Their role is to provide you with expert assistance right up until the big day with practically every aspect of your wedding ceremony and reception. Come time for your wedding reception, it is placed safely in the hands of the professional wedding DJ whose sole aim is to provide you and your guests with an unforgettable evening.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bill Carroll Entertainment provided wonderful musical entertainment for our wedding reception and ceremony. Bill's communication throughout the planning process was consistently fast and efficient, making it easy to coordinate the music and flow for our big day. The quality and attention to detail of his work was fantastic. He played every song perfectly and really brought the party to life, keeping the dance floor packed all night long. As the life of the party, Bill had all of our guests singing and dancing the whole time. We couldn't have asked for better musical entertainment or a more talented DJ to contribute to our special memories on our wedding day. Thanks, Bill!
Laurel, a year ago
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Donald the DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $695
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

As an experienced Wedding DJ and Emcee, I proudly serve couples across North Carolina, Virginia, and some other locations. I offer a range of package options tailored to accommodate different budgets. While my services are competitively priced, I emphasize quality and professionalism, ensuring that I am not a "cheap" DJ. My setup is fully equipped to deliver a great experience for your wedding day! I am a DJ who specializes in family-friendly events. And unlike larger multi-operator companies, I personally interact with you, ensuring that the individual you communicate with is the same person who will attend your event. (Me!)

Donald the DJ was absolutely incredible and made our wedding day truly special. From the very beginning, his communication was thoughtful, polite, and transparent - he took the time to understand our music preferences and timeline, and worked closely with us to ensure everything ran smoothly. On the day of, Donald's passion for his work was evident as he seamlessly kept the dance floor packed all night long. He made sure the music was perfectly tailored to our crowd and accommodated all of our needs, even adjusting on the fly when our schedule shifted a bit. We could not have asked for a better DJ, and would highly recommend Donald to any couple looking to have an amazing wedding celebration.
Chandler C., 3 months ago
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Lara Skincare Studio 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Specializing in makeup artistry that elevates your beauty and confidence for your special occasions. With a personalized approach highlighting your natural features and enhancing your inner radiance. Using high-quality products and staying updated on the latest trends, ensuring a flawless and long-lasting makeup application.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bianca is incredibly talented and just the best! She did the makeup for my May 2024 Indian fusion wedding (both for my wedding day and my Sangeet), and I could not have felt more beautiful. Something that was incredibly important to me when deciding on a MUA was finding an artist that is well experienced with a variety of skin tones. Bianca absolutely killed it while doing a variety of different looks. Leading up to my wedding, I went to Bianca for a few facials. The actual experience of the facial was so relaxing, and my skin was so hydrated and glowing leading up to my wedding. After my wedding, I also asked Bianca if she could do a makeup class for me. She had made me feel truly so beautiful (but still like myself). The class made makeup approachable for someone who has very limited makeup experience. She was SO thorough afterwards in all the materials she sent me with instructions and products listed to be able to recreate the looks we went over. I cannot recommend Bianca enough for all of her services!!
Daniela M., 10 months ago
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Completely Celebrated 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Completely Celebrated is a luxury wedding DJ service based in Atlanta and available for destination celebrations worldwide. With over 15 years of experience, Matthew — also known as The Bow Tied DJ — brings curated music, polished MC hosting, and immersive dance floor energy to every event. Known for elegant production and seamless timeline management, we partner closely with planners and creative teams to ensure the entertainment becomes a stunning, story-driven part of your celebration.

Awarded Best of Zola
Matthew went above and beyond his call of duty! From our very first meeting, to our very last dance, he was on top of every detail and made sure my husband and I had the best night. He put drinks in our hands, handled timing, dealt with day of issues. HE IS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! We so recommend Matthew to be a part of your day!
Allyson G., 7 months ago
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Elegant Floral Creations by Amy 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Elegant Floral Creations specializes in Weddings and Events. Our floral mission is to become one with our client's vision and turn it into reality. From Intimate Romantic Elegance to Grand Luxurious weddings, we do it all! Our team is professional and punctual, we show up ready and enthusiastic to design the wedding of your dreams. Elegant Floral Creations offers a luxury experience from start to finish with high end product and incredible customer service. We are located in the beautiful Hudson Valley, NY We do destination weddings and events too! Contact us today! We would love to hear from you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Amy and Elegant Floral Creations was a dream. From our first call, we could tell that Amy understood us, cared about our vision for our big day, and had so many good ideas and plans for how to execute them, even with our highly unconventional venue. With so many things to manage and figure out and decide on in our wedding process, Amy was the first and best decision we made. Working with Amy set the standard for how we wanted to feel about all of our vendors, and at the lowest points where we felt completely overwhelmed with planning, Amy made us feel like everything was going to be perfect and beautiful. Even though I felt completely confident in her ability to pull it off, I was still floored by how gorgeous everything looked in the end, and we got so many compliments about the flowers and the installations she made. Amy and EFC were worth every penny and I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Annie B., a year ago
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Brin's Posy 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Brin’s Posy is named after my beloved dog. She passed away unexpectedly a few years ago, leaving myself and her pup sister (Abby) to figure out life without her. We were months of grieving her loss when a close friend insisted I channel the grief energy into something positive. A bell went off in my head as my current job as a florist in a far away town was coming to an end. Brin’s Posy helped me come to terms with the loss. I still have Abby (the shop girl) in the shop daily and occasionally out to our farm venues! We love to source local and work with community members.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were delighted to work with Cailyn for our wedding. The arrangements that she made were truly stunning and received so many compliments. She helped us to work smart to stay within budget and we were able to reuse arrangements for the ceremony and reception while no one was the wiser. This speaks to her artistic ability with flowers and her professionalism around her business. Many businesses in the wedding space will gouge prices and charge for things you don't need. I'm happy to report that Brin's Posy exceeded all of our expectations and made all of our wedding photos just a little extra special.
Dan B., 2 years ago
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MTD Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

Hi, my name is Maria Davis! I am a documentary style photographer capturing love stories on both film and digital. I am a homegrown and local Winston-Salem, NC girl with a second location in Boston, MA. This combination of locations allows me to easily serve all up and down the upper east coast, but I am always ready to hop on a flight (Travel is always 100% included!!) If you are interested in working together, please visit my website to see a little more about me, my work, and how I can help you make your wedding day visions real!

Awarded Best of Zola
Maria was the best photographer for our wedding! We chose her for her bright and vibrant style of photos and we couldn’t be more happy with our decision. My husband and I are not big picture takers and are not the most comfortable in front of the camera but Maria was the best person to walk us through the steps. We first met her for our engagement photos and she made the process so much fun. We all laughed so much and it made my husband and I that much more excited for our wedding! On the day of our wedding, Maria was energetic and welcoming to everyone. She gave clear directions and made sure everyone was comfortable. She sent us the perfect sneak peak photos as well. We got a few couple, bridal party, and detail pictures. I love how we got a sneak peak of the whole day and we cannot wait to the rest!
Lindsay H., a year ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we reached out to Birchfields, their communication was quick, thorough, and sincere. Their attention to detail and ability to make us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera resulted in exceptional photographs that captured every special moment of our wedding day. Birchfields truly went above and beyond, taking unique angles and perspectives that allowed us to relive the entire day through their stunning imagery. When it’s hard to figure out which photo you want to print out and hang on the wall, you know you picked the right photographer! We could not be happier with the final product and would highly recommend Steve to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Jeneca G., 10 months ago
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Eugene Svirhun Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I started photography in 2017 and after being a part of many weddings, engagements, and family sessions, I still love what I do and I am deeply dedicated to serving my clients. I consider myself a storyteller and love capturing the little details, the half-smiles, and the simple motions. For me, it is about seeing the real, the lovely, and the messy moments, the everyday magic that tells the stories of our lives. Each wedding and session has its own unique story to tell and I challenge myself to capture those stories through my camera as best as I can and would be honored to capture yours too!

Awarded Best of Zola
We can’t express enough how incredible our experience with Eugene was and how perfectly he captured our wedding day. After Hurricane Helene, we had to change our venue and it was a little farther away from our original venue and Eugene made it happen and didn't want any extra travel fee or anything from us. On the wedding day he made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera and made sure no moment from our wedding went unnoticed. Not only is he an amazing photographer, but he’s also a fantastic person, and we truly hope our paths cross again in the future. We highly recommend planning your special day around when Eugene is available to document it—you won’t regret it!
Hannah F., 7 months ago
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Nathan Sottung Photography, LLC. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Weddings are sacred—an outward expression of an inward vow—and I consider it a privilege to document them with honesty, care, and quiet reverence. I bring over two decades of photographic experience, but more importantly, a calm presence and deep respect for the meaning behind each moment. Whether your day unfolds beneath cathedral ceilings or in the stillness of the mountains, I approach it with intention, attentiveness, and a heart for beauty that lasts.

Awarded Best of Zola
I would give 10 stars if that were possible! Nathan is incredible! From when we first reached out to even now, a month after our wedding. He is so friendly and warm, it is easy to feel comfortable around him. Feeling comfortable is so important since most of us aren't used to people taking so many pictures of us. He was helpful in picking a place to do our engagement photos and was great about getting us to pose or do goofy things that resulted in the most beautiful photos that I could truly feel how we felt in the moment when looking at the photos. On the day of our wedding, he was even more amazing, we were an hour behind schedule (my fault) and he kept his cool which in turn helped me to also remain calm. He was great at pivoting at a moment's notice when I changed the location of first look photos in order to save time. He was great at offering ways we could still get those photos in that location if we wanted to take the time to do it. He went above and beyond getting candid shots I asked for. The amazing thing is that my photos from my wedding truly feel like a portal back into the day, I look at the pictures and all the emotions of joy and love come flooding back. He is a true artist. The best part was we got a bunch of preview photos the day after our wedding!! Unheard of! And then he had the full gallery of photos only 3 weeks later, also unheard of! He does a great job capturing and editing photos. He also time and time again went above and beyond like an additional engagement session when we missed some shots we had wanted to get or an additional session in our wedding attire to capture additional portraits. He also asked if there were photos that we thought were missing from the gallery and went back through the thousands of photos to find ones we were asking about. I cannot recommend Nathan enough, our day would not have been the same without him, and it never would have been captured in such a perfect way.
Katie A., a year ago
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Kingdom Shakers Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We're Sean and Rachel, a Husband and Wife team based out of a little town known as Nashville, North Carolina. We love working with couples who are preparing for a marriage, not just a wedding day! But hey, we'll help you with that part too :) We believe in building real friendships, soaking in the sacred, silly, and emotional parts of your day, and documenting it all with intention and heart. We’ll laugh with you, pray over you, share stories, and quietly capture every in-between moment that makes your love unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Kingdom Shakers Photo and Video, we were impressed by their responsive, personable, and friendly communication style. They truly listened to our wants and needs, and their caring approach put us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, their creative and dependable artistry shone through, as they captured every special moment with an eye for detail. Would've liked more "getting ready" photos up in my room but we didn't have enough time, so make sure to book enough hours so that won't happen. Our engagement photos turned out beautifully, and Rachel even helped us pick out outfits that would look best for the time of year. The wedding day photos turned out so good, and they made sure to try and incorporate all of our input on what we wanted. Overall, the final product was of great value, and we highly recommend getting the raw video footage in addition to the edited version to ensure you don't miss a single second of your special day. Kingdom Shakers Photo and Video was a joy to work with, and we're very happy with the results.
Tracy W., 6 months ago
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ItsJessHair_ 

4.5

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Thank you for considering me to be part of your big day! With 14+ years of experience, I’ve seen (and tamed) it all. If you need someone to keep your hair flawless through happy tears, epic dance moves, and maybe one too many champagne toasts—I’m your girl. I travel far and wide to make sure brides look like royalty. Think of me as your fairy hair godmother—except with a curling iron instead of a wand, making sure you’re stunning well past the afterparty. My goal? To make you feel confident, radiant, and 100% you. Let’s make some magic (and great hair)!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jess did a great job with everything, from the hair to the whole experience. Will use her for my upcoming wedding as I have used her in the past for other events. Pricing is amazing
Jazmine G., a year ago
Jessica Barney Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Your wedding day should feel effortless, joyful, and uniquely you — and I’m here to make sure it does. My priority is to create a relaxed, enjoyable experience while capturing every meaningful moment along the way. From the quiet in-between glances to the big, emotional highlights, I’ll be there documenting it all with care and intention.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jessica truly made us feel comfortable and cared for during our engagement shoot and our wedding day. I titled this review friend-tographer because we genuinely felt like working with Jessica was working with someone we’ve known for ages. And aside from her soft skills, her results speak for themselves. I was astonished by the amount of photos, how quickly we received them, and also how beautiful they were. It was important for us to have candid shots and that is exactly what was delivered. Through the eyes and lens of Jessica, my wedding looks exactly how it felt - like a giant party with everyone we love and I’m so glad someone so talented and capable documented it. Love Jessica SO much!!
The N., a year ago
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Elite Tarot 

5.0

  • Event extras
  • Fortune teller/tarot
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Named one of the nation’s top psychics, Eve of Elite Tarot entertains your guests with unique, fun, and above all, professional and positive tarot card readings. Eve's readings are positive, optimistic, and empowering. Rather than fortune telling, readings focus on using energy effectively for optimal success and happiness.

Eve is fantastic to work with—professional, organized, and an excellent communicator. Her experience showed in both the detailed planning and the way she engaged with our guests. She was warm and welcoming to all, treating each reading with care and attention from start to finish. I’m always happy to recommend her and keep an eye out for other opportunities to do so.
Kelci, 16 days ago
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Kunath Photography and Florals 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I learned floral techniques from my precious and talented mother who gardened and arranged throughout her entire life. My daughters and I are confident that we can create your personal vision…creating unique arrangements, installations, arches, corsages—whatever you can dream! In addition to your floral needs, we would love to work with you in capturing one of the most special days in your entire life as we offer wedding photography and videography!

Kunath Photography had very open and efficient communication. They were always very quick to respond. My husband and I got our engagement photos, bridal portraits, and wedding photos done by Kunath Photography and they blew us out of the water every single time. The amount of pictures and different edits we got was more than enough to help us cherish and remember our most favorite days! Kunath Photography had multiple photographers to ensure they captured every special moment and detail.
Kristianna C., 5 months ago

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