Seattle Wedding Photographers

Seattle Wedding Photographers

Our Seattle photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: King County, Pacific Northwest, Puget Sound, Lake Washington, Mercer Island, Bellevue, White Center, Kirkland, Newcastle, Tukwila, Burien, Shoreline, Renton, Lake Forest Park, Redmond, Kingsgate, Kenmore, SeaTac, Bothell

Seattle Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Seattle - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Seattle 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 Seattle 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, Seattle documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Seattle Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Seattle 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.

Washington WPJA members are ready to document any small, themed, mini, 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.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Seattle Wedding Venues

8 Seattle Wedding Photographers...

Seattle wedding photography by Benjamin Wagner of the Washington State WPJA in the Pacific Northwest

A skilled wedding photojournalist from Washington State, Benjamin Wagner has been capturing candid moments since his high school days. With over a decade of experience, he turned professional in 2018.

Benjamin Wagner

Mercer Island in Washington, US *Now booking Seattle weddings.
1600 (USD)

Logan Westom is a documentary wedding photographer based in Seattle. With a career in professional photography spanning over a decade, Westom has shot for newspapers, couples’ special days, and Taylor Swift concerts...

Logan Westom

Bremerton in Washington, US *Now booking Seattle weddings.
4000 (USD)

In his photography career, Ron Storer has adopted a journalistic style, capturing and preserving wedding moments. Prior to this, he earned a Gold Medal in the Pan-Am Games and a Silver Medal in the Olympic Trials as a member of the US Cycling Team.

Ron Storer

Auburn in Washington, US *Now booking Seattle weddings.
2400 (USD)
Marla Manes, a PNW ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER in Seattle WA

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)
Lifestyle Portrait of BreeAnna Lasher, a Seattle WA Wedding Photographer

BreeAnna Lasher is a wedding photographer based in Seattle, Washington. With a passion for adventure and travel, she specializes in elopements and capturing real, candid moments. Her goal is to empower couples to have the ceremony of their dreams and to capture all the...

BreeAnna Lasher

Tukwila in Washington, US *Now booking Seattle weddings.
5500 (USD)
Jerome Pollos Self Portrait, a wedding and elopement photographer of the WPJA

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 Seattle weddings.
2500 (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 Seattle weddings.
2500 (USD)
Robert Knapp, Pacific Northwest weddings by Modern Art Photography Studio

Robert Knapp is a PNW wedding photographer, experienced in family portraiture and snowboard photography. With over 700 weddings captured, Robert is passionate about creating beautiful and unique photography for couples.

Robert Knapp

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Seattle weddings.
2200 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Seattle Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Seattle Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Seattle wedding photos.

Seattle Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Seattle wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Seattle marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Seattle engagement portrait sessions with couples.

The engaged couple embraced for a creative portrait at their neighborhood park in Seattle, WA, for their save-the-date wedding announcement
Golden Gardens Seattle Washington wedding photography moment from when the Bride kisses grandma on her forehead
Artistic wedding photo from downtown Seattle Studio of the Bride and groom standing against a bright window
Seattle, WA bride and groom posing during a portrait session with some stained glass windows
WA wedding photography from Seattle during the celebrations outside for the bride and groom exiting the church
Seattle Lightleak artistic wedding portrait of the bride and groom in black and white
Seattle, Washington fall engagement portrait session
Engagement Photos from Seattle, WA - Looking down on couple kissing on picnic table
Engagement Photography for Seattle, Washington - Portrait of a couple standing next to building
Seattle, WA Public Market Center Engagement photos at the busy Pike Market creates an opportunity for a silhouette portrait.
Seattle, Washington Engagement Photographer | Girl riding piggyback on guys back as they walk up the street
Seattle, Washington Couple Portraits - holding hands under dock

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Seattle 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 Seattle wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Seattle 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 Seattle wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Seattle wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Seattle photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Seattle WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Couple's first kiss during outdoor wedding ceremony at Arboretum in Yakima, Washington

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!!

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!

Amy & Matt

Photo by Ron Storer

I must say again, that I love what you've done to capture the memories of our special day. Matt and I both really appreciate how you've expressed our personalities so accurately with your shots and the candid yet flattering moments you captured. You have a gift and your genuine interest in us only made the photos that much better! Thanks again!