Rocketkar Studios

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $1,200

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,200

Packages

Prices start at $1,500

About Rocketkar Studios

Steve Rocketkar

Photographer

I specialize in making space for people to be their authentic selves, and being able to notice and capture those moments when they happen. I work with a simple hourly pricing model, and offer discounts for payment up front, and to LGBTQ+ couples.🏳️‍🌈 My favorite things: nontraditional weddings, getting to include your dog, music, queer and gender nonconforming wedding clothing, beautiful lighting, improvising and making it work on the day©, my tendency to overpack and always have snacks, tools and a first aid kit nearby.

Every wedding project begins with a conversation about your plans and hopes for the day, and for us to get to know one another. No two weddings are alike, so my goal is always to capture what's unique and beautiful about the two of you - not just how you look every day, but how you look to the people who love you.

Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Photo box
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Slideshow
  • Video
  • Wedding album

Rocketkar Studios packages

Basic wedding coverage

3 hours

Peak pricing $1,500-1,800

Description

My basic wedding package. This typically covers first look, ceremony and friends and family photos.

What’s included
  • High-res gallery plus 1 year hosting
  • At least 25-50 edited images per hour
  • Print and album store (optional)
  • Sneak peek 1 week after ceremony

Standard coverage

4 hours

Peak pricing $1,800-2,400

Description

4 hours of coverage plus engagement session. Ideal for first look, ceremony, family photos and either getting ready or reception

What’s included
  • Online gallery of high-res images + 1 year hosting
  • At least 25-50 edited images per hour
  • 1 hour engagement shoot
  • Print and albums available
  • Second shooter available at 100$/hour
  • Sneak peek 1 week after ceremony

Full Day - 8 hours coverage

8 hours

Peak pricing $3,000-3,600

Description

A full day of coverage - enough to take you from getting ready all the way into the night, so you don't have to think about it, the memories are captured.

What’s included
  • High res gallery plus 1 year hosting
  • 1 hour engagement shoot
  • Second shooter for 3 hours (option to add more)
  • Print and album store
  • Sneak peek 1 week after ceremony

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 4.6

4.6 out of 5

11 reviews

  • HB

    Hope B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 9, 2026

    Awesome photos!

    I had Steve take my art headshots/portraits and I LOVE them. He's a wizard with his equipment and lighting. I don't see myself needing new ones anytime soon. He delivered several different feels and images so I have enough to choose from for several different needs. Highly recommend!

  • TM

    Tasi Mendiola

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 9, 2026

    We are so grateful for Steve! We found him very last minute for our wedding, and he made the entire process so easy and stress-free. From the beginning, he was responsive, flexible, professional, and just incredibly easy to work with. And the final result was AMAZING! He captured our wedding day so beautifully and gave us memories that we’ll be able to look back on forever. The turnaround was quick, the process was simple, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything came out. If you’re looking for a videographer who is reliable, talented, easygoing, and delivers beautiful work, I definitely recommend Steve. Thank you so much for coming through for us at the last minute and capturing such an important day in our lives!

    Rocketkar Studios•Sep 9, 2026

    Thanks so much Tasi! Loved being a part of your beautiful day :)

  • JM

    James Madison

    Rating: 1
    •Google
    •Jul 23, 2026

    wasn’t a fan of this individual. Disrespectful and confrontational. Posting from an alias for privacy concerns

    Rocketkar Studios•Jul 25, 2026

    Dont know who you are but would love to know whether we’ve actually ever done business.

  • M

    Maya

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Sep 11, 2025

    An excellent photographer who cares very much about the experience and the people, not just the results. Definitely recommend. His work is beautiful.

    Rocketkar Studios•Sep 22, 2025

    Thanks so much Maya <3

  • DS

    Doug Sharp

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Apr 12, 2025

    Steve is a wonderful photographer, a visual magician. He is the official photographer for the Vashon Weird Music Night concerts which I MC. He captures the feel of the shows. He's an artist. His dog photos are as great as his concert pix. Great to work with.

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Typically, couples book me 6-12 months before their wedding date. *And* I've gotten a call at 11pm the night before, done contract and deposit in the morning and been at the venue later that day. Weddings are all about making it work :) That said, reaching out as soon as possible is always best, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.
Typically I deliver 25-50 finished, edited images per hour of shoot time, more when we do posed shots with family members. Before a wedding, I always speak with the couple about important moments they'd like captured, like a recent wedding where the couple wanted to jump off the stage holding hands. (They came out great!)
I typically deliver a preview of a few dozen best-of images within a week of your wedding, and the rest within 30 days. Rush processing is available for an extra fee, and you're always welcome to request specific images you'd like me to prioritize.
Yes, I have several photographers I work with as second shooters, depending on availability and who I think will be the best fit for your location and overall vibe. My packages of six or more hours include a second shooter for the ceremony at no additional cost, or they can be added to any package if you'd like additional coverage.
I do! I carry up to 1m in business liability insurance.

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