Kate Ames Photography

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $5,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $2,000

About Kate Ames Photography

Kate Ames

Owner

When I married my husband, it gave me a lot of insight as a photographer and helped me understand what moments and experiences were truly important to couples. For you, I strive to be a calm presence in the noise, capturing the beautiful, emotional connections between you, your partner & your guests. All the small moments you won’t remember in the rush of the day. I am NOT there to force your day into a box. I want your day to unfold organically and I want to mostly be a fly on the wall as it happens.

By nature, I'm a memory hoarder. I've never thrown out a card from my grandmother or my husband. I have boxes of ticket stubs and overflowing photo albums from growing up. I also have always been obsessed with light. How it paints on walls and how it affects moods. And I love design. In another life, I think I would have been an interior designer. Architecture and leading lines & color combinations make my brain buzz. I believe all these things led me to shooting weddings and contribute to the way I capture your day.

Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Drone photography
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital
  • Film
  • Hybrid

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Slideshow
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

3 reviews

  • KG

    Kaycee Gross

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Nov 16, 2025

    Wow, oh wow — I could say a million positive things about Kate. She is incredibly kind and has such a talent for capturing candid moments. My husband and I aren’t super comfortable in front of the camera or with posing, but she made everything feel so easy and natural. We did both our engagement session and our wedding photos with her, and I am obsessed. Her bright, natural style makes everything look so perfect that it hardly feels edited — exactly what I was searching for in a photographer. If you have the chance to hire Kate, I 1000/10 recommend.

  • XH

    XO Social Haus

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Jun 23, 2025

    Kate brings something really special to the table—she sees the big picture and the little moments. Her work is emotionally rich, light-filled, and full of heart. But beyond the photos (which are gorgeous), she’s also kind, grounded, and totally tuned into the rhythm of the day. As a planner, I’m always grateful for a photographer who’s both talented and a dream to work with. Kate’s the whole package.

  • SR

    Sarah Rose

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Dec 4, 2024

    I had the pleasure of working with Kate this summer as a wedding florist, and I couldn't have been more impressed. Kate’s energy is effortlessly laid-back, friendly, and inviting, making everyone around her feel at ease. Beyond her warm personality, she’s a true professional. If you’re searching for a photographer who turns fleeting moments into timeless memories, look no further—Kate is the one.

Preferred vendors of Kate Ames Photography

Planner
Casssandra Cass Coordinating- Mt Hood Organic Farms
White Salmon, WA
Florist
Selva Floral Design
Portland, OR
Florist
Color Theory Design Co.
Portland, OR
Venue
The Griffin House
Hood River, OR
Typically, couples book me about 9-18 months before their wedding date. Summer Saturdays book up the quickest and furthest out. I hate having to tell couples I really connect with that I'm already booked, so it's never too early to reach out and start the conversation though!
On average you can expect around 100 images per hour of photographing. This varies depending on if there is a second shooter and the events of your wedding day. I don't limit the number of photos you receive to a specific number though, and I'll never hold back good photos from you. If I would want it for my wedding, you'll get it!
All final delivered images are individually edited to match the style you see in my portfolio. I take a lot of pride in editing true to color and in a timeless style so you'll love your photos for years and years to come. I also don't distribute RAW images for this reason. They aren't a final product.
I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them.
I often work with a second shooter, which can be included in your package or added on a la carte. I recommend a second shooter when you are having a large wedding to cover more ground and get more variety in angles. There are also times when a second shooter benefits a smaller wedding depending on the schedule of the day. I'm happy to help you figure out if your wedding would benefit from one!
I shoot in a mix of photojournalistic, fine art, and editorial. To me, this means most of the day I concentrate on capturing candid moments between you and your guests. I will step up to help pose and organize group photos. And then offer a lot of direction during couples portraits to create images that are both fun, romantic, and creative.

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