Ryan Rayburn
Editorial & Event Photographer
A Wedding Photographer For Unique and Decisive Moments
It was a natural move for Ryan to start photographing weddings after working in newspapers for nine years. The same skills he used to photograph unscripted news events allow him to capture the special moments of a young couple's wedding, like the loving glance during a first dance, the look in a mother's face as she hugs her son, a bride and her maid of honor sharing a laugh before the ceremony. Ryan Rayburn earned his photography degree in 1998 then became a photojournalist working for newspapers in Colorado, California, Illinois and Maryland. Ryan's photographs have been published in the Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times Community News, Northwest Herald, The Gazette and Bethesda Magazine. He also is a photographer for the World Bank Group in Washington, D.C. Ryan currently lives in Bethesda, Maryland with his fiancee Karen.
Ryan Rayburn, an award-winning photographer known for his editorial and event photography, has collaborated with distinguished national and international clients. His exceptional ability to capture unique and decisive moments has taken him across the world, photographing in locations such as Morocco, Peru, and Dubai. Among his impressive projects, his "Weddings + Portraits" gallery stands out, showcasing a collection of his favorite works that blend artistic vision with storytelling prowess. Additionally, Ryan's expertise extends to the commercial and event sphere, where he has partnered with prestigious clients such as the International Monetary Fund, World Bank Group, Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, and major media outlets like the Daily Herald and Chicago Tribune. His collaborations also include esteemed brands like Zagat/Google, Winding Roads Films, and Bentley Motors Limited. Ryan's diverse portfolio and global experiences demonstrate his dedication to providing top-tier photography that resonates with a wide range of audiences. To explore more of his commercial endeavors, visit his commercial and event photography page.
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.
