The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Seattle, WA

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534 Wedding Photographers in Seattle, WA

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Dustin Wheeler Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Seattle, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Justin really nailed it. He was flexible, easy to reach, and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. He has a gift for capturing both the big moments and the little details, and his candid shots feel timeless. Beyond his talent, he brought kindness to our guests and patience when challenges came up. I still get endless compliments on our wedding photos. If you’re looking for someone to capture your day perfectly, I couldn’t recommend Justin more.
Rhianna W., 7 months ago
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Vow House 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jen was the easiest and most wonderful vendor we worked with for our wedding. From start to finish, she was kind, patient, and incredibly professional. She managed to keep our timeline perfectly on track (which my entire family noted since our family is so gigantic!) while still making everyone feel relaxed and comfortable. What stood out most was how accommodating she was; every little request I had. Her communication and turnaround time were impeccable; we received our photos so quickly, and every single one was stunning. Honestly, I’d hire her again in a heartbeat if I could. She deserves to charge more for the level of care, talent, and professionalism she brings. Jen went above and beyond in every way, and we’re so grateful to have had her capture our day so beautifully.
Esther Y., 5 months ago
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U&P Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Seattle, WA
  • Offer

U&P Studio is a wedding photography duo based in Washington State. We specialize in capturing real emotions, natural moments, and timeless love stories in an honest, unobtrusive way. Our approach is calm and photojournalistic, with a touch of editorial style — allowing couples to fully enjoy their day while we document it as it naturally unfolds. We focus on genuine connection, meaningful details, and the moments you may not even realize are happening. We believe wedding photography should feel effortless and stress-free, resulting in images that bring you back to how your day truly felt, not just how it looked.

We had our wedding last September, and Viktoriia and Oleksander (u&p studio) were our photographers—they truly ended up being our favorite vendor from the entire experience. From the very beginning, they were incredibly responsible, attentive, and professional, always prioritizing our preferences and making sure every detail aligned with our vision. We absolutely love how our photos turned out. The quality is exceptional, with a refined, artistic touch in both composition and editing. Their use of professional cameras and lenses captured stunning details and genuine moments that we will cherish forever. What stood out most was their flexibility and dedication—whenever we had specific requests or ideas, they were more than happy to accommodate and bring them to life seamlessly. They created such a comfortable and positive atmosphere, which made the entire photography experience feel natural and enjoyable. We also received so many compliments from our guests about them. Viktoriia and Oleksander are not only talented photographers but also warm, kind, and easy to work with. If you’re looking for a team that is creative, reliable, and truly invested in making your day special, we cannot recommend them highly enough.
Carol, 14 days ago
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Sally Grieshaber Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

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 an amazing photographer and does such beautiful work! She made our session very comfortable and was very professional. She got our pictures back to us very quickly and we could not be happier with them. I cannot recommend her more highly!
Ally S., 3 years ago
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Bear Beau Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450

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
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Pacific Light Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • 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: @., 8 months ago
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Lindsey Paradiso Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200

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.

We used Lindsey for our engagement and wedding photos and absolutely loved her! She was so communicative and flexible! One of the spots that we wanted to shoot at wouldn’t allow us to, so she was able to think on her feet and found us a couple of other locations that turned out great! The same thing happened for our first look - there was too much fog at the first location, so she was able to figure out an alternative on a really short timeline! Our pictures turned out BEAUTIFUL and I’d love to use her again for future photography needs!
Andie G., 4 years ago
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sound & sea photography + films 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200

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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Julie Morgan from Sound & Sea Photography gave me the photo session of my dreams. Her expertise and attention to detail left me worry and anxiety free. Being from out of state, we were able to connect via phone and zoom. I gave her my vision and some details i wanted to incorporate and BOY DID SHE DELIVER!!!! She gave me plenty of site options to choose from, and all were exactly what i was looking for. We narrowed it down to distance and ease to locate since we were traveling with little ones. She considered everyone and everything. Her outlook and sense of direction really made the absolute difference. She took factors of the elements, snow, sun, shade, fog, light and gave us the most beautiful moments. Even capturing the little candid moments with the kids and my new husband were so heart warming. She saw what I didn't see. She positioned us in ways that were both flattering and fun! She had the best pricing but and the best accommodations. I would definitely recommend a thousand times!
Vanessa, a year ago
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Douglas R Hall Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

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
I have been in my share of weddings and know there are photographers who either miss moments or take cheesy pictures - Doug exceeded my hopes and expectations. He got all the shots I wanted and some really awesome candids. He was able to get shots of the important moments and used the space and the lighting to our advantage. He managed to get up close shots but somehow I never felt like a camera was in my face. On top of all that - he was extremely kind, attentive, and efficient. I highly recommend using Doug for your wedding!!!
Jacki G., a year ago
New Era Wedding Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

I am a photographer who is passionate about capturing every magical moment of your special day. I strive to create timeless images and films that you and your family will cherish for a lifetime. But it's not just about the shots I take- it's also about the connections we make. I believe that the best memories are made when you're having fun, and that's why I am committed to capturing genuine moments!

Awarded Best of Zola
New Era Wedding Photography was such an amazing service that I am so pleased we were able to work together with on our wedding day! From the first call we felt so comfortable and excited to have Elsie do our photography. She did a wonderful job, and I love how she was able to capture all the precious moments!
Emma F., 9 months ago
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PhotoYari Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $999

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mhdi Yari is an exceptional professional who exceeded all my expectations! His dedication to capturing every moment of my wedding was unparalleled. He spent every minute ensuring that no memory was missed. What struck me most was his kindness, impeccable communication skills, and ability to make me feel at ease. His photography skills are top-notch, and his editing abilities are truly awe-inspiring! If you're planning an event on the West Coast, look no further! Mhdi Yari is your go-to photographer. His service is unparalleled, and I'm so grateful to have had him capture my special day. Huge shoutout to Mhdi Yari for his outstanding work!
Mubarek, a year ago
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Autumn Laine Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

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
Autumn is an incredible photographer, and also just an all around great person. From our initial consult, to our wedding day, and after, she was always prompt in responding and friendly. The day of the wedding she made us, and everyone she photographed, feel so relaxed and at ease. The way she can capture light and color in an image is stunning. Guests commented after how awesome she was to interact with at the wedding. We we finally got our completed gallery, we were blown away by the images, and so happy that she was able to capture the day for us. She is an incredible photographer and an absolute rock star.
Stephen P., 5 months ago
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Chelsea Terry Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Seattle, 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.

Chelsea is the best! I had my wedding shot by her. She is a professional, fun, awesome photographer that makes you feel comfortable in front of the lens. Seriously one of the best parts about my wedding was the pictures that she captured! She made me feel like I was beautiful and she truly took my visions to life. Don’t settle for anyone else, go to Chelsea!!
Kelsey & C., 6 years ago
Fika Foto - Wedding & Couple Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

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
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Alanna Morgan Creative | Photography + Videography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

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
Definitely recommend her for your next shoot. She’s done 2 for me so far and I’ve loved both of them and plan to have her do more!
Sam F., 4 years ago
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Joseph Tobiason 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

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 cannot say enough good things about Joe! From the moment we met him, he blended seamlessly into the experience, capturing the most genuine and heartfelt moments of our elopement without ever forcing anything or making us feel like we were "posing." It felt like he was part of the natural flow of the day, which made the entire experience so comfortable and laid-back. Joe’s professionalism truly shone through. He worked around our unique timeline and even managed to photograph at two different locations without a hitch! We never felt pressured, rushed, or uncomfortable. He made the entire process smooth and enjoyable especially for us not being super comfortable in front of a camera. But the real magic happened when we received our photos. We were completely speechless! It felt like we were reliving every moment again—pinching ourselves that those incredible images were actually of us. Joe captured the essence of our love so beautifully, we couldn’t believe how perfect every shot was. We appreciate his thoughtfulness in the delivery of images with a special gift and keeping this secret off social media until we were ready to share. Without a doubt, we highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a photographer who can turn your special moments into stunning memories. He has a rare gift of capturing love as it truly is. Thank you, Joe!
Lacey & K., 2 years ago
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Becky G Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

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., 7 months ago
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Works by Sarah Jane Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

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
Leaving you saying, ‘that’s so us’” - I had no clue this was Sarah Jane’s tagline until a week or so after our wedding, but in the meantime as I retold the story of our incredible wedding day to all of our friends and family I kept saying, “In the best, most quintessentially cheesy way possible, it was so us.” And it truly was, the location, the hiking around, the dogs, the camp cooked dinner, all of it was a perfect culmination of our lives together. Sarah Jane is a true gem. Her energy and positivity makes the wedding planning process fun. She is incredibly supportive and thoughtful when creating a wedding day that honors the couple and their vision. During our wedding day, she kept checking in on us to ensure we were doing okay and she was the ultimate hype woman to ensure we were having a good time and feeling good - she has a way of making a person feel SO GOOD about themselves. She did an incredible job curating a schedule for our day hitting each of our key activities and landscapes we wanted to have on our wedding day. Her skill and artistic vision is astonishing, the way she uses light and the natural landscapes to take beautiful pictures is astonishing and I will cherish our photos from that day for the rest of my life. Every fiber of your being will be grateful you booked her as your wedding photographer.
Tori C., 3 years ago
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Emily Paris Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

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, documentary, 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.

Emily was phenomenal to work with - she is friendly, thoughtful, and talented! She took time to chat with us in advance of the day to make sure that her approach to photography was exactly what we were looking for and to ensure she captured some of the key shots we really wanted. Emily's work reflects the authenticity of the beauty of our wedding without a bunch of overediting I've seen from other photographers. I would highly recommend her for capturing a family and joy focused album, especially if you have an outdoor component to your wedding!
Jenny & J., 3 years ago
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Areli Chaparro Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

I've been shooting weddings not just to capture a pretty image, but to capture the moment for you to look back on and remember the great time you had. I'm passionate about the love a couple has for each other and not just being their photographer but their friend as well.

Areli was incredibly professional throughout the entire process while still being down-to-earth and easy to work with. We were looking for someone who could keep things simple and let the moments themselves shine, and that’s exactly what Areli delivered! He was highly responsive, flexible, and truly went with the flow on elopement day. He captured all the best parts of our special day in a way we’ll cherish forever, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. We highly recommend Areli for the value, experience, and care he brings to capturing milestone moments. 10/10!!
Jordan, 3 months ago
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Ty Z Wilson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,625

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 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500

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., 10 months ago
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A Fist Full of Bolts 
Rating: 4.0 (3 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

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.

Hiring Melanie was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the moment we connected, her warmth, professionalism, and grounded energy put us completely at ease. She’s not just a photographer—she’s a deeply intuitive presence who sees people in a way that is rare and sacred. Throughout the planning process, Melanie communicated with such clarity and kindness. We always felt informed, cared for, and completely confident in her. She truly went above and beyond—balancing artistry with organization, professionalism with deep presence. On the day itself, she floated through our space like a calming force, capturing moments we didn’t even realize were happening until we saw the images. Her work is stunning—rich, emotional, soulful. Every frame feels like a memory you can feel. She captures not just what things looked like, but how they felt. Our Super 8 film made us both cry. The textures, the movement, the way she threads nostalgia into the modern moment… it’s magic. What we appreciated most, though, was her. Her energy, her grace under pressure, her dedication to getting it right—not just technically, but energetically. Melanie holds space in a way that makes everyone feel safe and seen. That’s something you can’t teach. If you are lucky enough to work with her—do it. She is a true artist, a steady hand, and a beautiful human. We are forever grateful. - Rachel
Rachel M., a year ago
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Brandy A Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

An Illinois-born Creative and Alternative (Ordained) Wedding Photographer and Designer living in West Seattle. I love my two Standard Poodles - Gallifrey & Lola, my perfectly worn in black leather jacket, my dark blue BMW Z4 aka "Sexy", Doctor Who, a really good cup of coffee (or three) and my ever supportive partner on this journey - Casey. I believe that everyone has a story and that story deserves to be captured and told. Love is love. Weddings, elopements, proposals, vow renewals, couples portraits and more... I'm here for it in the PNW and beyond.

Working with Brandy A Photography was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Their communication style was easy, helpful, and respectful throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly professional, creative, and impressive - they went above and beyond to capture every special moment of our wedding day. Brandy put forth the extra care to make sure everything was done to perfection, and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. We highly recommend Brandy A Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Barbara G., a year ago
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Emily Keeney Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000

I love what I do because I get to witness moments of joy and turn them into gorgeous photos that contain the feeling of the moment forever. My style is a little classic, a little editorial, a little photojournalistic, and everything about telling your one and only story. When you look back at your photos in one, five, twenty or fifty years, I want you to remember how the day felt, each photo holding a moment in time.

Awarded Best of Zola
I worked with Emily for our engagement photos and wedding day photography and can't say enough good things about her. She's organized, she's on top of it, she's super easy going, she's funny, she's thoughtful, and she takes amazing photos that truly capture your day. Working with her was a breeze and our photos were delivered faster than anticipated! On our wedding day, she somehow seamlessly patched in photo sessions, and when we weren't in designated photo sessions, she somehow took a bunch of candid photos and we didn't even realize she was there. We even had a massive bump in the timeline because of football-game-day traffic and road closures, but the timeline Emily built for us had enough buffer that we didn't miss a single photo session AND our wedding started on time... Simply amazing. If you're on the fence, just go with Emily! You will not regret it!
MaiLinh, 6 years ago
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Victor Zerga Photographer 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100

As the years have gone by in my career, I have had the pleasure of cultivating a long-lasting journey with my clients, no matter where it began. I have joined in at various times, whether it was at the start of a marriage or with a family that had kids. Regardless of when it all started, I love being there every step of the way to preserve the fleeting moments. We can agree that life goes by far too fast and change is inevitable. Let’s capture these moments, shall we?

It was an absolute wonderful experience! I got the package deal with photographers, videographer, and DJ and they were all so great! Made me feel very comfortable and had excellent and creative ideas for photos! They captured every precious moment.
Ron, 6 years ago
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Wilderpines Elopements 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800

We're a Seattle-based team of adventure elopement photographers and planners, creating intentional, stress-free elopement experiences across Washington — from the Cascades to the coast. More than just photographers: we’re also your guides, planners, officiants, and adventure crew, here to help you plan the elopement of your dreams from start to finish — so you can focus on each other, not the logistics. Hiking boots optional.

If you're thinking about eloping in Washington, book Wilderpines right now! In all seriousness, choosing Wilderpines for our elopement was the best decision we made. My husband and I didn’t have many concrete ideas for our elopement— all we knew was that we wanted to be in Olympic National Park. I came across Wilderpines during my search and was immediately captivated by how stunning the photos were. I showed my husband, and he told me to book immediately (literally the only photographer he even looked at!). From our first meeting with Ashton, we knew we’d made the right choice. Ashton was so warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and incredibly talented. From the guides Ashton provided after our initial consultation to all the follow-up chats leading up to our wedding day, Ashton took our small ideas and helped us plan the perfect day. On the day itself, Ashton went above and beyond. Not only did he capture every special moment, but he also provided much-needed hot coffee at 6 a.m.(a way to my heart), to letting us use your subaru as a backdrop (as we are also subaru people), bandaids for when a choice to jump off a rock was made (mine), to also committing to get into Lake Crescent when we decided to jump in (on a rainy, chilly September day), and to so many many memorable moments he made with us during our day. The photos are absolutely STUNNING. Ashton is seriously so talented, a wonderful planner, and we seriously walked away feeling like we have a new friend in our life, which was the icing on top of the cake for our perfect day. Thank you so much!
Casey & J., 2 months ago