The Best Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

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Seattle Flashing Lights Photography 
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Meet your favorite FUNtographer: Stephanie began her studies with the plan to become a pilot. However, as her love for photography grew, she decided to pursue her passion as a business full time, getting to weave her love of capturing moments artistically and want to share that passion with others into a successful business where her clients always come first. Building into her style, she found her travels and time living abroad in college have influenced her images and allowed her to challenge her personal style of capturing moments, and coupled with lots of in the field learning, she is able to catch true emotions in a timeless way.

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JL Thomas Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

Hello there! ! I’m Jen Lee, a wedding photographer in Seattle for over 8 years, I consider it an honor and privilege to be entrusted with documenting the most significant chapters in a couple's life. In my early years as a Creative Portrait Director shooting professional models and full editorials, I immersed myself in the world of visual storytelling. Creating these captivating narratives allowed me to move into the real world of weddings. With an innate sense of empathy and a meticulous attention to detail, I strive to create an atmosphere of ease and comfort with my professional knowledge in lighting, posing, and story telling.

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Jennifer and her team at JL Thomas Photography were an absolute joy to work with on our wedding day. From our very first interaction, their communication style was clear, gentle, and direct - putting us completely at ease. Jennifer was incredibly flexible and went above and beyond our expectations, even helping with small details to ensure our day ran smoothly. We have very contrasting skin tones, and were worried about how the photos would turn out, but Jennifer's expertise shone through. Each and every photo was perfectly balanced with no distortion, showcasing the beauty and intimacy of our celebration. The quality of her work was truly worth every penny, and we are overjoyed with the stunning memories she captured for us to cherish forever.
Alexia M., 4 days ago
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Allison Lauryn Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Photographs are love letters to the heart. I’m here to capture the most important moments of your life from the first anniversary, to the engagement, to the first day of your lives as a married couple. I have been a photographer for 8 years now and I love what I do! Not everyone can say they chose their career at the age of 14 but I feel so lucky enough to say I did. Located in the Seattle/Tacoma area willing to travel anywhere to be your official hype woman!

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Allison is so wonderful to work with!! I really appreciate that she has poses on hand for me and my partner to do for the photos. The photos she took of us are beautiful! Highly recommend!!
Jessica, 3 years ago
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Alex Lasota Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Alex Lasota is a fine art wedding and portrait photographer based in Walla Walla, Washington. Known for her documentary meets editorial style, she creates timeless, generational heirlooms that clients cherish for a lifetime. With a keen eye for capturing intimate and genuine moments, Alex ensures every once-in-a-lifetime celebration is beautifully preserved. With over a decade of experience, she seamlessly blends medium format film and digital images to tell your story.

Can you be in love with a vendor, because we are with Alex! Words alone will never explain my true appreciation for Alex and her work. She genuinely cares about her clients. Since our very first conversation before the contracts were even signed she was attentive, helpful, exciting and collaborative. We had the pleasure of having Alex shoot both of our engagement and wedding photos. We could not be happier with the outcome and would recommend her to everyone! You will feel confident that you special day will be perfectly captured and confident knowing the service, attention and care you receive from Alex as a photographer and a wedding vendor is truly unmatched! If you can, book her RIGHT NOW, you will not regret it!
Lindsey O., 3 months ago
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Sound Originals Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Sound Originals Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

I can't say enough about how great our experience with Sound Originals and our photographers, Taylor and Doug, was. They felt like long-time friends who were taking photos for us! We absolutely love how our photos turned out and would consider them if we ever needed professional photos again. I am happy with the number of photos they took of us and how comfortable they made us both feel. 10/10
Madisen H., 4 months ago
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Sally Grieshaber Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hi There! I'm Sally! Nice to meet you! I am a passionate couples photographer in the Seattle, WA region. I am known for my warm, candid photo style. Forget stiff poses, I am ALL about directing with fun prompts!! I want to capture the raw emotion instilled in you. Let me tell the story of your relationship, family, personal life, etc! My clients mean the world to me & I am always ready to help them in any way that I can! I get to know you, so I can make you the most comfortable during our session.

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Sally photographed my elopement wedding this month and my fiancé and I loved the results. Sally was friendly, professional and very responsive. The elopement was last minute but we still got the edited pictures in a timely manner. I would use her services again in the future and recommend her to others.
Tina, 3 years ago
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Jonathan Tung Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

No matter who you are or where you came from, everyone has a story, and stories were meant to be told. I tell stories through photography. Weddings are incredibly meaningful and intimate. I’m not just someone with a camera who shows up and takes pictures. I believe in truly connecting and engaging with my clients so I can best understand how I can tell their story. With a bright, clean, and vibrant photography style, I help bring my client’s vision to life through beautiful photos that can be cherished forever.

Jonathan did an amazing job with our photos. The whole experience from a meeting before to consult about how we wanted the day to go, to easy to follow direction and advice on how to get the best possible pictures on the day. Jonathan is competent and quick but also laid back and helped us take the stress off what is already a very stressful day. And then the photos turned out truly special. Even on an overcast day he was able to create some beautiful photos that will last a lifetime for us. He had ideas for poses and framing but also gave us space to do what felt natural. We would LOVE to work with him again. Cannot recommend him enough
Barbara H., 6 months ago
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Lindsey Paradiso Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Like most children in the late 90's and early 00's, I grew up with a camera in my hand. I went through polaroids, video cameras, disposable cameras, waterproof cameras, and film cameras; all the cameras! I was so fascinated by photography and the ability to preserve moments. I'm an ENFP, 7w6, and extroverted-introvert who is not only thrilled but humbled to be a witness and historian to the significant moments in your life we are able to share together!

Lindsey is amazing! We worked with her for our engagement photo shoot and we couldn’t be happier. She listened to all our wish list items for location and came up with several ideas. She made us feel so comfortable during the shoot since we had never gotten professional photos before. Plus - our location was pretty far away from Seattle and we had a blast getting to know each other in the car ride to and from the location. Highly recommended!
Julie, 3 years ago
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Andrew Parsons Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

With over a decade of experience in the photography industry, my passion for creating beautiful imagery runs deep. From the tiniest details to the most precious moments, I approach each shoot with a meticulous eye for detail and a dedication to capturing authentic emotions. Every click of the shutter is fueled by a genuine love for what I do - creating images that speak volumes and will be treasured for a lifetime. Let's create something beautiful together.

It has been 6 years since Andrew photographed our wedding weekend and we are still obsessed with our photos! They hang in our home and have been our phone screensavers ever since we received them.  Andrew was wonderful to work with! He made us feel super comfortable. He gave us great direction, but was also collaborative, listening to things we were really looking for in our photos. Last, he was a lot of fun to be around, which is exactly what you want on your wedding day.  It was evident that his photography experience and pure talent comes through in every aspect as a photographer. We can't recommend him enough!   - Hannah & Christian
Hannah T., 4 months ago
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Erin Witt Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Your wedding is about you and all the amazing people there to celebrate. While I can take some Instagram-worthy portraits, I spend the majority of my time at weddings capturing all the little moments going on throughout the busy day. I want to capture the wedding in a way so when you get the images, you relive the story and feel how it felt.

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Erin photographed both our engagement shoot and wedding, and we could not have been happier working with her! She is such a great person to work with and delivered such gorgeous, fun, and quality photos. She captured our key moments and was able to also showcase the fun and love felt throughout the day. We are so grateful to have been able to work with her and trust her throughout this process!
Kelli H., 2 months ago
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Douglas R Hall Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in Seattle, Washington. With over 5 years of shooting weddings in Southern California, I bring a creative, professional and relaxed approach to help treasure each moment on your special day.

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I have been in my share of weddings and know there are photographers who either miss moments or take cheesy pictures - Doug exceeded my hopes and expectations. He got all the shots I wanted and some really awesome candids. He was able to get shots of the important moments and used the space and the lighting to our advantage. He managed to get up close shots but somehow I never felt like a camera was in my face. On top of all that - he was extremely kind, attentive, and efficient. I highly recommend using Doug for your wedding!!!
Jacki G., a month ago
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Laura Waldron Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

Bright and colorful wedding photographer based in Chicago and Seattle but available to capture the nostalgia of your wedding day no matter where you live. I'm passionate about your story, personality, and vision.

Our wedding photos turned out better than I could have imagined and Laura did such an incredible job of capturing our special day. My partner does not enjoy getting his picture taken and Laura put him at ease so quickly. The fact that he actually enjoyed both taking photos during our engagement session and on our wedding day says a lot about Laura’s calming spirit. Everyone thinks their own wedding was the best day ever, and I'm no different. Laura was a huge reason for that and I'll cherish our photos forever.
Ashley S., a year ago
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Natalie Fong Malis 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,995
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Natalie is a Taiwanese-American photographer inspired by warmth & connection, reminiscent of her upbringing in Hawai'i. She graduated from NYU Tisch with a BFA in Photography while working alongside fashion designers & directors on editorial and campaign productions. For over a decade, Natalie has directed her lens towards weddings, finding a meaningful depth in the relationships that she develops with her subjects and the cultural & physical environments that surround them. Her background in fashion marries a tender, documentarian perspective to provide refined imagery with an editorial edge without compromising the truth of what happened.

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I had the absolute pleasure of working with Natalie, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience and the final photos. Her creative eye is unmatched, and she provided such thoughtful guidance on posing, which made the entire process feel natural and effortless. Natalie has a true talent for capturing moments in a way that feels both timeless and artistic. I also want to highlight her editing for film photos—it’s nothing short of incredible! The tones and textures she brings out are so beautifully done and added an extra layer of charm to the photos. If you’re looking for a photographer with an exceptional eye and a warm, professional approach, I can’t recommend Natalie enough. She’s truly a gem!
Zasha W., a month ago
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Photo Yari Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

PhotoYari Photography is dedicated to capturing life's most beautiful moments with a focus on authentic, candid storytelling. Specializing in weddings, elopements, and family portraits, we create timeless, high-quality images that reflect the emotions and connections of your special day. With a passion for adventure and an eye for detail, PhotoYari Photography offers personalized service, ensuring a stress-free experience from start to finish. Let us help you transform your cherished memories into stunning visuals that will last a lifetime.

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My fiancé and I had the pleasure of working with Photo Yari Photography for our engagement session, and the experience was nothing short of magical! From start to finish, Yari's professionalism, creativity, and genuine passion for capturing love shone through. Visionary Photography: Yari has an incredible eye for detail, and it reflects in every frame. Our engagement photos are not just pictures; they are pieces of art that tell our love story with grace and beauty. The way Yari plays with light and captures candid moments is truly unmatched. Perfect Pacific Northwest Backdrop: Being in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Yari utilized the stunning landscapes to perfection. From lush forests to scenic overlooks, each location was carefully selected to enhance the romance of our engagement photos. The result? Breathtaking images that showcase the natural beauty of our surroundings. Comfortable and Relaxed Atmosphere: Yari's warm and friendly demeanor immediately put us at ease. We felt comfortable being ourselves, and that comfort translated into genuine smiles and moments that were effortlessly captured. It felt like we were simply sharing our love story with a friend who happened to be an incredibly talented photographer. Efficiency and Professionalism: The entire process, from planning to the actual shoot, was executed with precision. Yari's professionalism and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of our engagement session went smoothly. The final edited photos were delivered promptly, exceeding our expectations. Captured the Essence of Us: What sets Photo Yari Photography apart is the ability to capture not just the visuals but the emotions. Our photos aren't just poses; they tell the story of our connection and the joy we feel together. Looking at the images, we can relive those moments over and over again. In summary, if you're looking for an engagement photographer who goes above and beyond to create a personalized and enchanting experience, look no further than Photo Yari Photography. Yari's passion for storytelling through the lens is unparalleled, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have these timeless memories captured so beautifully. Five stars simply don't do justice to the excellence we experienced!
Megan, 10 months ago
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Images by Bri 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,205
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I'm a wedding and portrait photographer based between Seattle and DC! Whether it's getting all cuddly and intimate with your love or celebrating a wedding with all your loved ones, each story has memories that should be preserved forever.

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Bri was our wedding and engagment photographer. Not only did she give us great photos, but was a calming presense on our big day! Bri understood what we wanted from our wedding day photos and made us both feel comfortable posing for photos. She was flexible on the day of when there were changes to the schedule. She was on-time and stayed late to make sure we were covered for all of our wedding.
Andrew H., 7 months ago
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Chelsea Terry Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hey I'm Chelsea! I'm a wedding photographer based out of Seattle, Washington. I'm a super happy 32-year old who is head over heels in love with her job. Photography lets me combine all of my INFJ superpowers into one package, & it fills me with so much joy to share that with my clients. Beyond photography, I'm a total hippy at heart; I love all things nature, the moon, traveling, wildflowers, old creaky houses, thrift shopping, plants, hiking & horror movies.

I’m a Bridal makeup artist and got to work with Chelsea on numerous occasions- working with so many vendors through the years, you know when you meet a gem. Chelsea is professional, an expert at her craft but yet do kind and down to earth. She makes you feel so welcomed, always! Regarding her actual images- her images are so beautiful and document each event with such passion. She is a photographer I will always recommend to my brides because I KNOW they will be in good hands! Hire Chelsea and you will not regret it!
Ivonne Mendoza, 4 years ago
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Zoe Smythe Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Zoe grew up in a small town in Western Canada, earned a degree in fashion design in Vancouver, and lived 12 awesome years in NYC, before recently relocating to Seattle WA. After a rewarding career as a women's footwear designer, she left the fashion industry behind to follow her passion of becoming a wedding and family photographer full-time.

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Asking Zoe to photograph our wedding was one of the best wedding decisions we made! Zoe is an artist. We’ll treasure our photos for the rest of our lives. Zoe is definitely the person you want to spend your wedding day with (after your spouse, duh)! She has such a calm and cool demeanor and everyone loved working with her. Zoe will also do whatever it takes to get THE perfect shot. We chose a challenging venue, the Seattle Aquarium, with very specific lighting requirements to protect the sea life. Zoe went out of her way to scope out spots and test equipment before the big day. Zoe is so creative when it comes to lighting and all of our wedding guests have been gushing about how cool her photos are.
Sidney O., a day ago
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Fika Foto - Wedding & Couple Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Will & capturing the humanity of moments is what fuels me. The hugs you can feel, the soft touches, the tears falling, the never ending smiles, the moments between mom & dad - those are the ones I want to capture! More of what it FEELS like not just what it looks like. Telling stories has always been my favorite, but words tend to get lost or forgotten so I tell them the best way I know how - through photographs!

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Having Will as our photographer was the best decision we made! He made the whole process enjoyable and FUN! His work exceeded our expectations. His passion for photography is very obvious and it shows through his work - He is a natural talent! We are so happy he was able to capture everything on our special day. His communication was always consistent and would always get back to me in a timely manner. If you want a photographer that is detail oriented, unique, down to earth and all around amazing person, Will is your guy!
Brittany & A., 4 years ago
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Alanna Morgan Photography + Videography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I am a PNW photographer and videographer who thrives to live a life filled with adventure, love, and lots of laughs. I center my work around adventure, authenticity, and true love. It's in the little moments and small interactions between two people that really show how special their love is. Everyone's story is different, every vision unique. We are in this together. I am here to honor and celebrate your epic love story with you through the storytelling magic of photography and filmmaking.

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Definitely recommend her for your next shoot. She’s done 2 for me so far and I’ve loved both of them and plan to have her do more!
Sam F., 2 years ago
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Jen Patterson Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,300
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

The most consistent feedback I get from my couples is that I put them at ease. Almost everyone is uncomfortable in front of the camera, but that’s why I’m there — to help you look and feel great creating memories. Your wedding photographer is in your personal space on one of the most emotional days of your life - make sure the person in your corner is someone who adds to the joy on your day. With me, you get someone who can go with the flow, has your back, and seamlessly adapts to the energy in the room.

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I recently had the absolute pleasure of working with Jen on a styled shoot, and I cannot express enough how wonderful the experience was. From start to finish, Jen demonstrated a level of professionalism that truly sets her apart in the world of photography. First and foremost, the end result speaks volumes about Jen's talent. The photos she captured during our styled shoot were nothing short of stunning. Her ability to manipulate light, composition, and color is truly remarkable. Each image was a work of art, and I was left in awe of her skill as I flipped through the final gallery. Jen has a knack for capturing not just moments, but emotions and atmosphere, making her photos come alive in the most extraordinary way. What sets Jen apart even further is her clear and unique vision. It was evident throughout our collaboration that she had a well-defined style and a creative perspective that breathed life into our project. Her ability to conceptualize and execute her ideas is a testament to her artistic prowess. Jen's photographs have a certain magic to them, a distinctive quality that makes them stand out in a crowded field. Working with Jen was an absolute delight. Her friendly and approachable demeanor put everyone at ease during the shoot, fostering a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. It's evident that she genuinely loves what she does, and this passion radiates through her work. Jen's enthusiasm is infectious, and it was impossible not to have fun during our time together.
Sans Grande Floral Studio, a year ago
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Andrea Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

My heart beats for photographing a story worth telling, and finding the funny, quirky, moving little moments throughout that narrative. I always have a smile on my face and love, absolutely love to make people laugh. I can recite funny quotes and sing to you the cheesiest of songs. As cheesy as it may sound, I want to be your friend. I want to laugh throughout the whole day with you, making every moment so memorable and being right by your side to capture it. I want to keep in touch with you after, to see where life takes you!

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Andrea was really wonderful to work with. We met her through a friend of ours that had their photos done and had really wonderful things to say about her. She did our engagement photos and wedding. We were both really nervous about getting in front of the camera, but Andrea had us laughing the whole time and we even brought our dogs with us. We couldn't be happier with all the photos we got back, she truly captured every moment and her view on everything was really beautiful. I would highly recommend working with Andrea.
Sophie & M., 4 years ago
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Marla Manes Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Marla, and I’ve had a camera in my hands since I could hold one. Travel is what first sparked my love of photography– I felt the need to document every gorgeous landscape in my sights across Europe, Asia, the South Pacific, and here in the States. Once I started taking portraits, though, everything shifted, and I became obsessed with documenting love. I value photos as memories, and they’re extremely precious to me. To me, the ability to freeze a moment in time so you’ll always be able to return to that beauty and joy is nothing short of magic.

Seriously where to begin with how incredible Marla is as an incredible and artistic photographer, professional and organized business owner, and welcoming and beautiful person. She immediately makes you feel comfortable talking with her and she puts a ton of effort into getting to know you and your story. She cares so deeply about her couples and goes above and beyond with client experience before, during, and after your session with her. You spend a ton of time with your photographer, and this is who you want as your cheerleader, your confidant, and your friend on wedding/elopement day. Her eye for light is inspiring and you never again will say "I'm so awkward in front of the camera" because her posing is effortless and genuine. She brings out the best in you and your partner and your connection. Candid moments, deep emotion, and joyful forever memories! Marla is the photographer you've been looking for!
Laura, 4 years ago
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Erin Aasland Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

My clients are a little different, as they tend to stray away from the norm and make their own rules. They love the details, but care more so about making memories on the first day of their marriage. The wedding day timeline is full of things important to them, not what society says they should have. Their love is a celebration of emotional connections with friends and family, wiping away tears when the moment gets the best of them, and dancing their asses off with no care as to who sees. So, if you connect with all this, then I am definitely your kind of photographer. LOVE = LOVE, all are welcome here!

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We met Erin through searching for a new photographer as we didn’t love our engagement photos experience. Erin asked us thoughtful questions to pinpoint what we wanted for our wedding- 90’s Ralph Lauren vibes. We felt an instant connection with Erin and she is so easy to communicate with. Herself and her second photographer she brought for our wedding day knocked it out of the park. Our wedding was large with lots of family and friends but they managed to somehow be everywhere. Getting to look through all the moments we didn’t see on our wedding day was so special. Huge shoutout for saving the bride’s dress when her toe started bleeding shortly before the ceremony! We love Erin and look forward to using her again one day! Xo The Petersons
Tiffany & H., a year ago
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Becky G Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

California native, PNW resident, coffee drinker, dog scritcher, friend, forward-thinker, designer. I hate having my photo taken (go figure), my dog Boone makes me laugh every day, and I thrive off of honest, intentional conversations. I’ve worked as a photographer for over 8 years and I know that half the job is connecting with people and offering them an experience, not just a gallery. I believe you have to feel comfortable with the person behind the camera before you can let go and fully be yourself in front of it.

Becky has shot photos of every single important event in my adult life and we are always SO happy with the result! She is amazing at what she does, from my wedding to baby shower to maternity photos to family photos with a 1 year old! Her photos are flawless and edited beautifully. She brings out the best in everyone when she shoots and makes you feel so comfortable. We recently had to move out of state and had to go to another local photographer and it was a nightmare, for the first time we didn’t get to shoot with Becky and we missed you terribly! Consider yourself lucky if you can ever shoot with Becky G!
Emmi and N., 4 years ago
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Joseph Tobiason 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I believe that everyone is beautiful. Somewhere deep within you, there is a fire of light and joy. Not everyone’s light shines in the same way or with the same strength or even all the time. Stuff changes. People are different, but deep down, everyone is connected to the little bit of themselves that is truly theirs. I’m also all about being adventurous. That could mean we’re going to go climb a mountain or it might mean we’re going to try the really spicy chai tea. By experiencing life in the process of making photos, you’re going to be even more connected to the images because they will have stories that go along with them.

We cannot say enough good things about Joe! From the moment we met him, he blended seamlessly into the experience, capturing the most genuine and heartfelt moments of our elopement without ever forcing anything or making us feel like we were "posing." It felt like he was part of the natural flow of the day, which made the entire experience so comfortable and laid-back. Joe’s professionalism truly shone through. He worked around our unique timeline and even managed to photograph at two different locations without a hitch! We never felt pressured, rushed, or uncomfortable. He made the entire process smooth and enjoyable especially for us not being super comfortable in front of a camera. But the real magic happened when we received our photos. We were completely speechless! It felt like we were reliving every moment again—pinching ourselves that those incredible images were actually of us. Joe captured the essence of our love so beautifully, we couldn’t believe how perfect every shot was. We appreciate his thoughtfulness in the delivery of images with a special gift and keeping this secret off social media until we were ready to share. Without a doubt, we highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a photographer who can turn your special moments into stunning memories. He has a rare gift of capturing love as it truly is. Thank you, Joe!
Lacey & K., 3 months ago
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ABeckCaptures 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

A wedding and engagement photographer but so much more than just that. I’m a friend, daughter, sister, momma to my beautiful baby girl Scarlette Rose, wife to one incredible hunk of a man, fur mom to one ADORABLE little Chihuahua, Pug, Great Pyrenees, and two ducks named Harold and Mushu (I WOULD DIE FOR THEM). I’m a hiker, lover of giddy laughs because your body can’t contain all the joy you’re experiencing, lover of love, meditation lover, crystal lover, people lover, tattoo lover, and most importantly…lover of personal growth and learning from this big classroom we call life! Without all these labels?

If you're wondering if you should hire Ally as your wedding photographer the answer is yes, a hundred times yes! We cannot compliment her, or the pictures she takes and edits, enough. She worked with us to re-plan our entire wedding when COVID hit. We changed the number of people from 150 to 10. We changed locations...multiple times! Ally was supportive the entire time. On the day of our wedding, there were multiple road closures and I called her saying I understood if she couldn't make it, but she assured me she would be there. She's the best friend and photographer you never knew you needed. Ally literally drove down a sketchy dirt road, adding drive time and nuisance to her trip, just to get to us to shoot our special day. When I say we cannot compliment her enough, I mean it. She made our dreams come true, and she made posing for pictures the most comfortable thing in the world. She's easy-going, kind, communicative, funny, and makes you feel so beautiful and natural in front of the camera. She really is the full package. I cannot wait to get her pictures printed to hang in our home forever!
Sylvia L., 2 years ago
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Wedding Photo and Video | Larissa Mae Productions 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,999
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

My filmmaking journey has taken me all over the world, from Japan to Iceland, creating a wide variety of promo videos, real estate walkthroughs, graduation stories, and short documentaries. However, my true passion has always resided in capturing love stories. For the last seven years I’ve focused all my passion on capturing the unique and intimate moments on wedding days.

I hired Larissa to shoot a video for me and she surpassed every expectation. As a professional myself, when I hire someone to shoot for my business, it means that I'm giving them the utmost trust because they are representing the business that takes care of my family. I gave that trust to Larissa and she blew me away with her professionalism, kindness, eye for detail, technical knowledge, and fun to be around personality. As a professional wedding photographer and videographer myself, I would hire her in a heart beat to shoot my own wedding and that is saying something. She is worth every penny and then some and I look forward to working with her again.
Hannah MacDonald, a year ago
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Sarah Campo Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hey there, I'm Sarah! I’m the Seattle wedding photographer behind the lens at Sarah Campo Photography. I have the privilege of joining crazy-in-love couples on their incredible journey from “yes” to “I do”—and far beyond that moment! My aim is to candidly capture life’s most important and precious moments that you’ll cherish forever.

From the moment we booked Sarah Campo Photography, we knew we were in good hands. Sarah's communication style is thorough, professional, and thoughtful, putting us at ease throughout the entire wedding planning process. Her eye for detail, beautiful imagery, and clear talent behind the camera resulted in wedding photos that we will treasure forever. Sarah checked on me throughout the day, making sure I was hydrated and not overwhelmed. She got all of the photo combinations we requested and came prepared with a list of must-have shots. Sarah is so sweet and kind, and the turnaround time for our photos was incredibly quick. We are thrilled with the beautiful editing and could not be happier that we chose Sarah Campo Photography to capture our special day.
Rebekah G., 9 days ago
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Autumn Laine Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

To be perfectly honest, I love what I do. I'm damn good at it. I have dabbled in all sorts of jobs but I kept coming back to the camera. It feels really good to take the craft that I love so much and share it. The scope of my photography is wide but I specialize in weddings and elopements. I've been photographing weddings since 2005. I believe in vibing well with your photographer because let's be honest, your photographer will be up close and personal with you throughout your big day so it's important to choose someone whose energy you enjoy and mesh well with. Having a phone or zoom chat or meeting in person is a good move!

Awarded Best of Zola
Autumn photographed our wedding and absolutely knocked it out of the park! We're so thrilled with how the photos turned out. Autumn captured so much of the fun, emotion and positive energy of our day and we couldn't be happier with the results. Beyond being a talented photographer and artist, Autumn is also both professional and fun--a true delight to work with. She always communicated clearly and timely. She helped us (a couple of self-proclaimed awkward introverts) feel comfortable in front of the camera. And her joyful enthusiasm added to the happy energy of our wedding celebration. We loved working with Autumn and highly recommend her!
Julia B., a year ago
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Dawna Stoecker Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hi, I'm Dawna! I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, currently calling Seattle my home. I enjoy traveling, Beyonce, the great outdoors, music, the sun, shooting film, and obviously photographing people & the places I go. I started pursuing photography when I was 14 after a family trip to Alaska! I've been doing weddings for over ten years now, my first wedding also being in Alaska! :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Dawna did such an amazing job capturing our special day. Looking back on the pictures she took gave us reminders of special, intimate moments I might have forgotten without them. Dawna met with us several times to ensure our needs were met, and was flexible and understanding while planning during a pandemic. Dawna's work is beautiful, and we cherish each photograph she took. We loved having her be such a big part of our special day.
Erin F., 3 years ago
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Kate Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I'm east coast born & raised, but a loyal Seattle convert since 2014. I love trash reality tv. I teach aerial yoga once a week. I'm usually craving fries. I'll never turn down a margarita (except while I'm on the clock at your wedding!). I lead student trips abroad with National Geographic. I think there's no better way to spend a summer day than in the sun and on a paddle board. And I think that your wedding should be exactly how you and your partner want it to be. Email me at katejmillerphotography@gmail.com and I’ll tell you hilarious stories and answer all of your questions.

My fiancé and I worked with Kate for our engagement pictures and couldn’t be happier. We were both hesitant to do engagement pictures but Kate made it so easy. Communication and setting up a time and location were a breeze. She suggested we pick locations that were meaningful to us. We went with two of our favorite spots in our neighborhood (Ballard locks and the Farmers’s Market) with the hopes of capturing some of the gorgeous fall colors and all the water in the area. Kate heard us and delivered! Most importantly, she took two awkward subjects, who aren’t crazy about being the focus of attention, and made us look good! She gave just the right amount of direction so we weren’t flailing which allowed us to relax. The pictures really captured “us” as well as all the colors and background we had talked about. Exactly what we wanted! Thank you, Kate. Next up, family pictures with our fur baby. :)
Kerry & B., 4 years ago
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Works by Sarah Jane Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hey! I’m Sarah Jane, your PNW-obsessed, puppy dog loving, stress-free photographer. After 5 years working in the music industry managing bands, organizing large-scale festivals, spending time on staff at a radio station, and being the lead singer & guitarist in a band, I knew I wanted to be involved in the magic of coordinating a moment. Juuust with wedding music playing in the background. ;) Now I’m completely in love with capturing special moments at weddings and engagement sessions for couples in Washington & Oregon. PLEASE INQUIRE THROUGH WEBSITE!

Awarded Best of Zola
Leaving you saying, ‘that’s so us’” - I had no clue this was Sarah Jane’s tagline until a week or so after our wedding, but in the meantime as I retold the story of our incredible wedding day to all of our friends and family I kept saying, “In the best, most quintessentially cheesy way possible, it was so us.” And it truly was, the location, the hiking around, the dogs, the camp cooked dinner, all of it was a perfect culmination of our lives together. Sarah Jane is a true gem. Her energy and positivity makes the wedding planning process fun. She is incredibly supportive and thoughtful when creating a wedding day that honors the couple and their vision. During our wedding day, she kept checking in on us to ensure we were doing okay and she was the ultimate hype woman to ensure we were having a good time and feeling good - she has a way of making a person feel SO GOOD about themselves. She did an incredible job curating a schedule for our day hitting each of our key activities and landscapes we wanted to have on our wedding day. Her skill and artistic vision is astonishing, the way she uses light and the natural landscapes to take beautiful pictures is astonishing and I will cherish our photos from that day for the rest of my life. Every fiber of your being will be grateful you booked her as your wedding photographer.
Tori C., a year ago
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Ty Z Wilson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,625
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Growing up, I wanted to be a writer. I never imagined I would use photography to help tell stories. You and your partner are already writing the story of your love. I have the honor to help tell that story through photography. We are here to celebrate the story of who you were, who you are, and who you are becoming in every shape, size, skin complexion, religion, ability, and orientation.

Awarded Best of Zola
We used T Z Wilson Photography for our engagement photos and our full wedding day and he did not disappoint! Ty communicated with us promptly when asking questions or talking about the process of how each day would go. He is very skilled in making a wedding day run smoothly with photos and creating a timeline. He made us feel comfortable and in return created some amazing photos capturing our personalities and relationship perfectly. Unlike some photographers that do the same things over and over or using the same types of scenes he will bring you to new places, beautiful spots and create "poses" that fit you as a couple and the style of your wedding day. If you're the adventurous type he is your guy too! We snuck of to beautiful fields and landscapes near sunset and they are some of my most favorite photos. The results and finished photos were nothing short of a dream and I am so thankful we had him for our wedding day!
Ashley & T., 3 years ago
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sound & sea photography + films 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

i am julie, owner and principle photographer for sound & sea photography + films! we provide portrait and award winning wedding photography and videography services, specializing in documentary style candid’s and joyful portraiture. sound & sea photography are wedding photography experts. from our initial consultation to the final delivery of your images, i will personally be there to guide you and answer any questions you may have - and more importantly - have a whole lot of fun along the way!

Julie with Sound & Sea Photography Films is amazing! She came through for me last minute and took some incredible shots of one of the most important days of my life. The final photos were perfect-the lighting, the poses, the scenery. 100 percent recommend!
Daniela, 2 months ago
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Andria Lindquist 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I don’t take myself too seriously. I like to have a good time. I spelI things how i want and I will never wait for a crosswalk. I prefer quality over quantity. Unless we’re talking about coffee, chocolate, wine, shopping, and deals…then i want quality and quantity. I’ve got a potty mouth and a good heart. I give so many fucks about what I do. The details, the experience and creating some real good imagery. I’m an artist and I want to create something beautiful for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we met Andria, we knew she was the perfect photographer to capture our wedding day. Her eye for detail and capturing images is truly exceptional. Her photos feel like velvety heirlooms that we treasure every time we look at them. Her knowledge and experience were invaluable on our wedding day, she was the ultimate MC and helped make our day flawless. While a constant professional, she still made sure everyone had fun and was comfortable in front of the camera. What started as our engagement and wedding photographer, continued with a boudoir shoot, two newborn shoots and two 1 year-old shoots (7 sessions!). We hope to have Andria involved in our family's future milestones, as long as she'll have us.
Shelby + M., 4 years ago
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Into Dust Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I've been photographing professionally since 2004 and while it's always so awkward to write about yourself, here goes: In that time, I've been honored in my field as Seattle Bride Magazine's Best Photographer multiple years and invited to the exclusive list of WBWP as one of the World's Best Wedding Photographers, planners and clients tell me I'm known for flattering posing, natural results, indoor lighting in tricky situations, and a light touch that allows beautiful moments to flourish ♥︎

Awarded Best of Zola
Kimberly is absolutely incredible!!! A beautiful and kind person, and her work is just as wonderful. She was so helpful in ways that were far beyond photographer duties and took the most stunning photos. We could not be happier.
Sarah-Gabrielle R., 3 months ago
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Photography By Betty Elaine 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hi! I'm Betty. Your Pacific Northwest Adventure Wedding Photographer. I am a curator of stories, and I tell those stories in photos. Your love story is important to me, and I want to tell that story with your wedding photography. I’m a Seattle wedding and elopement photographer who loves travel and hiking in the PNW. I am often a guide to my couples helping them plan the best wedding day or elopement they can imagine.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Betty a number of times. Her images are always beautiful (she’s skilled at capturing the beauty of the PNW in her photos) She also has a great personality (people skills are so important for wedding photographers - it should be fun).
Shelby (Bond in Bloom), 3 years ago
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Leena McKinney Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I'm Leena a Seattle-based wedding and elopement photographer deeply rooted in storytelling, nature, and adventure. Growing up surrounded by the lush landscapes of Washington, my passion for capturing love stories blossomed alongside my love for the outdoors. My journey into photography felt like a natural evolution, merging my love for the wilderness with my desire to tell meaningful stories. Partnering with me means more than just hiring a photographer; it's inviting a friend who cares deeply about your journey. I'm dedicated to crafting authentic experiences that reflect your unique love story.

Leena has photographed all of my/our major life events. She makes me feel natural and comfortable in front of the camera helping me feel like myself in moments I never want to forget!
Sarah L., 10 months ago
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Lessie Blue Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I’m Lessie, a Tacoma-Seattle wedding and elopement photographer. I believe that real love inspires. I focus on intimate wedding photography for down-to-earth PNW couples that want organic, soulful weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lessie is the most compassionate, easy to communicate with , professional photographer I have ever had the joy of working with. Lessie has a skill set the surpasses many others, her attention to detail, her willingness to try new things and her commitment to the highest quality photos and experience for all who have the honor of booking with her is unprecedented. Lessie was patient with me as I asked many questions and ended up needing a few days to determine if she was a good fit for our wedding and my gosh I am so grateful we booked with her! Lessie has a soul that is so invested in producing authenticity that many photos seem to lack. She gently coaches you through posed photos with a true air of expertise and ease. She also had the flawless ability to capture moments that may otherwise be lost somewhere in memory alone. Moments such as family members dancing, the bride and groom sharing an intimate look and smile or your favorite uncle grabbing one too many from the bar! Lessie captures life and gives life to all she meets. Booking with her will guarantee your photos will be more than you could ever dream. She will be our go to for the rest of our lives!
Emily & D., 4 years ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hello! My name is Christian. I'm an artist. Whether camera shy or not, my couples and their friends or family have a great time with me and I make the experience pretty easy and enjoyable since I'm an awesome director. It has taken me a lot of studying, practice and natural talent to get to where I am today. I've documented over 600 weddings leaving many happy clients in many different areas of the world.

Alec was amazing, and we absolutely loved our photos! The entire team was fantastic, and the video exceeded all expectations—it was on a whole new level. The owner is super cool, which made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. We couldn't have asked for anything more!
Teylor, 23 days ago

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About wedding photographers in Des Moines, WA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Des Moines, WA?

A Des Moines, WA wedding photographer ranges from $200 to $20,000 and averages at $2,700. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

89% of photographers in Des Moines, WA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Des Moines, WA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include JLThomas Photography, SweetEmms Photography and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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