While some people live for the hustle and bustle of a big wedding with extravagant décor and an impossibly long guest list, others find these kinds of weddings to be too much hoopla, preferring instead something simpler and quieter, allowing for more intimacy between them...Read more
Washington Wedding Photographers
Washington Wedding Photographers
Our Washington photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Olympia, Vancouver, Bellevue, Kent, Everett, Renton, Mercer Island, Lake Washington, and all of the Pacific Northwest
Washington Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Washington - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Washington photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the joy and intimacy of your wedding day.
By planning a simple Washington elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. Given the fact that many couples feel more natural and at ease in intimate settings, it's no surprise that some of the most breathtaking wedding images come from elopements.
The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Washington documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Washington Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Washington wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.
United States WPJA members are ready to document any secret, mini, pop-up, or elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.
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25 Washington Wedding Photographers...
Benjamin Wagner, a documentary wedding photographer based in WA State, found his passion for capturing authentic moments through a digital camera in high school. After honing his skills for over a decade, he ventured into pro photography in 2018.
1600 (USD)
Using a documentary approach, Logan Westom brings a storytelling perspective to his work as a visual photographer, capturing the ephemeral moments of couples' special days, Taylor Swift concerts, and newspaper events throughout his extensive career in professional...
4000 (USD)
Prior to his photography career, Ron Storer raced on the US Cycling Team earning a Gold Medal in the Pan-Am Games and a Silver Medal in the Olympic Trials. His passion for capturing and preserving wedding moments motivates him to provide couples with unique and special...
2400 (USD)
Seattle-based Marla Manes, a skilled wedding photographer, specializes in wedding photojournalism and portraiture. Advocate for values and environmental sustainability, creating a comfortable space for exceptional photos. Proud dog person, obsessed with her black cat...
5500 (USD)
BreeAnna Lasher is an elopement photographer based in Seattle, Washington. Passionate about adventure and travel, she captures couples in their element, their real, candid selves. Empowering couples to have the ceremony of their dreams is her mission.
5500 (USD)
With a documentary approach in mind, JD Land embraces the art of storytelling through his photography. Specializing in wedding photojournalism, he has honed his skills of capturing real moments since 2012. Additionally, JD Land indulges in wildlife photography, using his...
JD Land
Phoenix in Arizona, US *Now booking Washington weddings.4000 (USD)
David Clumpner is a documentary wedding photographer based in the Pacific Northwest. He captures real, raw emotions to tell your unique story and preserve moments.
David Clumpner
Missoula in Montana, US *Now booking Washington weddings.5950 (USD)
Tanushree Vaidya is a talented wedding photojournalist and artistic portrait photographer. With a background in commerce, hair artistry, portrait photography, and graphic design, she brings a unique perspective to her work. Having experienced shooting across 14 countries,...
Tanushree Vaidya
Hayward in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.4000 (USD)
Chris Shum has been passionate about art since he was a young boy. At age 15, he received his first camera and has been the designated photographer ever since. Chris became a professional photographer in 2007 and provides beautiful, story-telling photography of destination...
Chris Shum
Sunnyvale in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.4500 (USD)
Lacey Butler, a wedding photographer with a strong background in traditional photography, studio lighting, and English literature. With over 400 documented weddings, Butler values capturing authentic, heartfelt moments over staged ones. By using her skills and experience,...
Lacey Butler
Asheville in North Carolina, US *Now booking Washington weddings.2000 (USD)
Eliza Slobodzian is a documentary wedding photographer based in Canada. Alongside her husband, they are the founders and photographers at 4Eyes Photography. With a passion for both photography and adventure, they strive to capture authentic moments.
Eliza Slobodzian
Cochrane in Alberta, CA *Now booking Washington weddings.4000 (CAD)
Traveling wedding and elopement photographer Leah Moyers has a journalistic style, utilizing her Fine Arts background to capture her clients authentically. Her unobtrusive and candid approach allows her to document the moments of love in beautiful and unique ways.
Leah Moyers
Sevierville in Tennessee, US *Now booking Washington weddings.450/hour (USD)
Jerome, a Navy photojournalist turned wedding photojournalist, takes a documentary approach to his work, using storytelling and visual techniques to capture authentic moments and create a compelling narrative.
Jerome Pollos
Coeur d'Alene in Idaho, US *Now booking Washington weddings.2500 (USD)
With a background in documentary technique, Bradley Hanson brings a unique storytelling perspective to his photography. Through his keen eye for detail and artistic vision, he captures the essence of each wedding he documents. His work has been featured in magazines and has...
Bradley Hanson
St. Paul in Minnesota, US *Now booking Washington weddings.5000 (USD)
Aniket Sananse is an international traveling wedding photographer, specializing in wedding and elopement photography. He also covers photoshoots for newborns, families, and candid couple portraits. With a background in pharmacy, Aniket's passion for photography led him...
Aniket Sananse
Brampton in Ontario, CA *Now booking Washington weddings.2000 (CAD)
Loren Haar is a skilled and well-traveled wedding photojournalist, engagement portrait photographer, and artistic wedding portrait photographer. With a background in documenting significant life events and a passion for photography that flourished through learning manual...
Loren Haar
Ventura in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.2200 (USD)
Taking a documentary approach, Jared Lindsay, a wedding storyteller, captures the heartfelt moments of love in an authentic and unique way through his photography.
Jared Lindsay
Fort Worth in Texas, US *Now booking Washington weddings.2100 (USD)
Maria Newman is a PNW wedding photojournalist with a background in photojournalism. She discovered her love for wedding photography when a friend asked her to photograph her wedding while she was in school.
Maria Newman
Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Washington weddings.2500 (USD)
Mike Greener is a seasoned wedding photojournalist with over 23 years of experience. Combining his love of the outdoors, human experience, and storytelling, he captures honest moments in a journalistic style, creating visual narratives that truly reflect the essence of each...
Mike Greener
Helena in Montana, US *Now booking Washington weddings.4500 (USD)
With his extensive background in family portraiture and snowboard photography, Robert Knapp is a skilled wedding photojournalist. With over 700 weddings under his belt, he aims to capture the most beautiful and unique moments for couples.
Robert Knapp
Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Washington weddings.2200 (USD)
Amber Depangher is a documentary wedding photographer with a vibrant portfolio spanning 20 years. With roots in high school and a leap of faith after college, Amber and her artistic husband form an eclectic duo, delighting clients with their distinct styles.
Amber Depangher
Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Washington weddings.500/hour (USD)
San Diego wedding photojournalist, Brittany Bender, excels at capturing candid and emotional moments. With a talent for storytelling, she artistically portrays the unique experiences of her subjects.
Brittany Bender
San Diego in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.3000 (USD)
Based in the Western USA, James Juarez is a Mexican-American wedding photojournalist with a degree in Art History from UCLA. With 8 years of experience in documenting punk bands and the fashion industry, he brings a unique perspective to capturing your special day.
James Juarez
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.2450 (USD)
David Braun is an experienced USA-based wedding photographer specializing in photojournalistic wedding photography and outdoor portrait art. With a wide range of freelance experience, David knows how to anticipate and capture the unique and natural moments of a wedding.
David Braun
South Lake Tahoe in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.1250 (USD)
Brianna Parks, an elopement photographer based in the Pacific Northwest, has a knack for capturing unique and personalized elopement experiences. Her love for secret places and breathtaking landscapes led her to specialize in documenting elopements in the stunning...
Brianna Parks
Redding in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.6500 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Washington Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Washington Wedding Photographers
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Washington Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Washington wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Washington marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Washington engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Washington wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Washington wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find Washington photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Washington wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Washington wedding day?
A: While wedding photojournalists strive to capture candid moments on the wedding day, our photographers also are skilled artists who can compose powerful portraits. If you have a specific vision of what types of images you want from your wedding day, look at the top-ranked Washington wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Oftentimes when people are considering a venue for their weddings, they search for a location away from home, whether that be ten minutes or ten hours, all just to find what they already have: a place that holds meaning for them, that feels comfortable, or that they find...Read more
We all know that the economy can go through some hard times, and be somewhat reminiscent of past recessions. However, as people cut back on non-essential little luxuries here and there, one constant remains: weddings. People don’t tend to just stop getting married due to a...Read more
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Washington WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Kari and Glen
Photo by Ron Storer
Omigoodness!! Can I just say wow? You are such an amazing photographer! Glen and I have shared these photos with some of our family and friends, and all of them have been like, "I love these pictures! You rock!
Aimee and Kevin
Photo by Benjamin Wagner
We just got our sneak peak pictures and I couldn’t be happier with what I’ve seen. A big thank you Ben and a huge recommendation!!
Alex & Kari
Photo by James Juarez
It has been 3 years since our wedding day and your photos and video have only enhanced our memories of it all, in the best way possible. You found a way to capture the joy and love that day held and saved it for us to relive any time we want. Kari and I couldn't be more grateful of the care and thoughtfulness you brought to one of the happiest days of our lives. Thank you!
WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.
