The Best Editorial Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

The Best Editorial Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

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179 Wedding Photographers in Des Moines, WA

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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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jen is a wonderful photographer and a joy to collaborate with as a person. She's talented, patient, and delivers beautiful images. I'd recommend anyone to book with her without hesitation.
Ehud Sopher, a year 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.

To know Andrew is such a blessing BUT to be able to have one of the most special days of your life captured by Andrew, while having his grounded energy by your side is any couples dream come true. He is not only a visionary, but also a calm, collected and energizing presence necessary to have behind the lens through all of the wedding day festivities! He traveled to Italy for a few days with me, my spouse, my closest friends, and our family, and he left us with the most priceless photo memories. Not only is he a great dance partner and hypeman, he’s also an amazing photographer and his positivity brings a sense of joy to every photo opp. I don’t have all the right words to describe how much his presence meant on our special day but what I can say is- don’t think twice, you’ve found your photographer.
Julia O., 3 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 6 months 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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If you want to see yourself captured in an elegent, MAGICAL way that has you jaw-dropped staring at your screen thinking, "It's like she peered into our very SOULS and gave us everything we wanted!" book Zoe for a shoot. My wife and I told her we wanted a Princess Bride-themed wedding/engagement shoot and not only did she deliver, the results look like frame stills from a faithful HD remake, fog and sparkles and romance and all. She normally does portrait photography so we were so happy she covered our ceremony afterward. And it's not like you can't tell until you see the results - Working with Zoe, you'll see her zipping around, improvising, framing shots, all while filming a behind-the-scenes of the whole thing, and it's a wonder to behold. It was a great journey from start to finish and we loved working with her and I've no doubt we will do so again next time we need a boost of magic in our lives!
Aaron K., 2 months 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
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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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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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.

Kate Miller is not only a lovely human being, but she is also a heck of a photographer. Prior to becoming a wedding planner, Kate was my go to photographer for everything. She made me feel comfortable in front of the camera in all kinds of settings so it felt natural to ask her to photograph my wedding, too. Her approach was thoughtful, complete, and easy. She gave just enough direction to make us feel supported, but not so much that she interrupted the flow and ease of the day. The photos turned out fantastic and feel true to what the day looked like in real life, which is something my husband and I deeply value. We didn't want our photos to look like a filtered or stylized version of our memories; we wanted a beautiful and complete collection of the joy on that day, just as it was. As a now wedding planner, Kate Miller is my top recommendation to my close personal friends who get married. I know that the experience she provides is stellar from start to finish and that there is no one better to take care of my loved ones.
Kate F.W., 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., 2 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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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.

We are soooo happy we hired them! We had the most amazing experience working with Christian and Ana. From the moment we met, Christian's professionalism and warmth made us feel at ease, while Ana's incredible talent behind the lens captured every beautiful detail of our special day. The photos are absolutely stunning, and we couldn't be more grateful for their dedication and artistry!
Polina, 20 days ago
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Ashley Vandervelde Photography 

5.0

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

Photographing a couple's love story is something I never take for granted. It is an honor & privilege to create art for my couples. My absolute favorite thing to do is illustrate your love story, your adventure, your favorite memories. Let's create some magic!

Ashley is the best in the business. Period. We were initially incredibly excited to discover Ashley had our wedding date available, however, the result she delivered exceeded all expectations. Not only did she make us feel incredibly comfortable during the personal shots, but she caught moments in which I was completely unaware of her presence. If you are lucky enough, hire Ashley to capture moments that you will cherish for the rest of your life. Five stars is not sufficient to describe the experience Ashley provides for her clients.
Anthony S., 2 months ago
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Amelia Soper Photography 

5.0

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

I’ve always been that girl who absolutely hates being left out of a good time. FOMO, amiright?! Weddings are sort of an extension of that for me. I want to be there to capture every bit of the fun, excitement and overwhelming, heartfelt joy. I work hard to get to know my clients, expecting that by the time your wedding day rolls around, you’ll consider me a friend. You’ll know me and I’ll know you and when I show up on the big day you’re both simply going to think… Hey, my friend Amy’s here. Awesome! Because the truth is this: It’s much easier to relax in front of a camera when you know there’s a friend you trust behind it.

Amy did a fantastic job photographing our wedding. She was very professional, sweet, and easy to work with. The pictures were gorgeous and she dealt well with the hiccups of the day which helped so much! She captured our day so beautifully and the photos brought tears to my eyes.
Mattie M., 17 days ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

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

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 6 months ago
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Val Photo Co 

5.0

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

I'm Val - I value authenticity, connection, and love. I feel so lucky to spend my days photographing weddings, traveling to new places, and witnessing couples sharing their heart. I can’t think of a better way to spend my days. As someone who is married, I deeply understand how significant and special a wedding day truly is. It’s about the love, the people, and all the emotions felt—the moments you’ll cherish and reminisce for decades to come.

Val was beyond incredible as our wedding photographer! She flew all the way to Florida to capture our special day, and she made us feel so at ease from the get-go. Her energy was infectious, and she had us laughing and enjoying ourselves the whole time. Val was super prepared, knowing exactly where we needed to be and who we needed to be with during the shoot, making it all so seamless and stress-free. She even brought us a locket to add to the bridge where we were capturing photos. Something I so badly wanted but in the midst of everything..I forgot! She pays attention to those details. It was like having a friend there who just happened to be a photo wizard. The photos turned out absolutely stunning, capturing every beautiful moment perfectly. I have been married over a year now and I still look at these photos all the time. If you want a photographer who makes your day fun and captures it beautifully, Val is your girl! PS. She also did my engagement photos and from there on I wanted her to capture every big moment in our lives!
Jordan T., 6 months ago
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Lucia Giuseppina Photography 

5.0

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

My style is rooted in an editorial approach, allowing me to narrate your unique love story through timeless images that highlight genuine emotions. As your photographer, I bring a heartfelt and genuine perspective, ensuring that your wedding day is portrayed in a way that truly reflects you and preserves the memories you'll cherish forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy we chose Lucia to capture our elopement. Lucia is professional, fast to respond to emails and texts, helpful with decisions, accommodating to any requests, concerns, and excited to give advice. Duncan and I really wanted our photographer to capture our true emotion and to get candids of us, and Lucia DID THAT! The day felt blissful and a key point for us was that we got to enjoy the day without it feeling solely like a photoshoot which I think speaks to Lucias talent and confidence in her craft. She was good at giving guiding advice for posing without us feeling posed. I put together a Pinterest board and shot list which she really did a great job pulling inspiration from. The photos are stunning and the exact style we envisioned. Also, our sneak peak was huge and she got them to us very fast. If you are torn between photographers or are just starting your research, you're in very safe hands to stop here. We hope to continue reaching out to Lucia in the future when we start a family.
Kirin P., a month ago
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Datura Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hi! I’m Jules. I like to think of myself as an artistic storyteller. I love capturing LOVE and have been a professional photographer for 12+ years (don’t let the baby face fool you). I want to know what makes you & your partner tick. Every couple is different & I love making your photos feel like YOU. (& for you to feel super hot, obv.) I would love to share full galleries with you and would be HONORED to create art with you on your dreamiest day! Storytelling is why I do this day in and day out. We don’t do boring over here ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
Jules and her husband were INCREDIBLE. They were there at every important moment capturing it all and did SO well with my little nephews who were not having a good time taking photos. So thankful for these two! Their editing style is dark and moody and PERFECT.
Mallory E., 2 months ago
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Hannah Hix Photographer 

5.0

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

It’s simple; I take beautiful images of people in love on film. We travel, we dream, we piece together your vision, and I photograph the way it felt! South/East Asian ceremonies and destinations are my specialty & great love!

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Hannah is incredible. We hired her for both our wedding and engagement shoots, and we couldn't be more pleased with her! She has an incredible eye for photography, an amazing work ethic, and a punctuality that is unmatched.. She was collaborative in our wedding plans and combined what we wanted with her experience; she supported our vision but provided direct feedback when she knew something we didn’t. She asked questions respectfully through our wedding day and engagement session to make sure we felt seen and cared for; she was 100% present through the entire process. Hiring her is like hiring a friend: she is kind, thoughtful, and invested in the relationship you create together. She is also very professional, diplomatic, and responsible. Ultimately, you can trust she’ll take the BEST care of you, which is exactly what we all need. And of course, her photos are top freaking notch. You won’t regret having Hannah photograph your special events!!!
Liesl B., 4 months ago
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505 Media Company 

5.0

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

Hello! We are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 weddings in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel so much that we keep our prices affordable- giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red Carpet which gives our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

From the start, 505 Media Company's communication was fast, efficient, and thorough. Their work is simply incredible, top-notch photography and videography. They personally captured all of our most important details, and made us feel so comfortable throughout the day. We enjoyed having them there, and they were so sweet and kind to our whole family. Leading up to the wedding, they were incredibly thorough, asking all the right questions to ensure they focused on the things that mattered most to us. Even with our small micro-wedding, they knew exactly what they were doing and kept our timeline on track while allowing us to fully enjoy every moment. We couldn't be happier with the incredible service and value 505 Media Company provided on our special day.
Kayla S., 4 months ago
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Makenna Marie Co. 

5.0

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

Hi, I am Makenna! I am from Dallas but will travel anywhere in the world to capture your love. I specialize in elopements, weddings, 35mm film, super 8 video, and vintage camcorder. My focus when approaching capturing wedding days is to document those intimate, tender in-between moments. That way, when you look back on these pictures on your 10th, 30th, 50th wedding anniversary, you'll be reminded of those sweet moments of the most amazing day of your life.

I reached out to Makenna for our engagement pictures, she was so sweet and made our session so relaxed and fun! She directed us on how to pose and was able to capture real laughs and emotions. We loved her so much we asked her to come to Dominican Republic to capture our wedding! She set up two meetings prior to the wedding and responded to countless questions and suggestions. She ended up staying the weekend of the wedding and was able to capture our welcome party, pool day, rehearsal and of course the wedding day. She not only was our photographer throughout the weekend but became our friend, as well as friends with all of our other guests! We all loved her and we are so happy she was apart of the best weekend of our lives! We will definitely use her again!
Kelsey, a year ago
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Daria Orlova Photography 

5.0

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

Based in the heart of New York City, I’ve been capturing cherished moments for over a decade. Specializing in wedding photography, I bring an editorial, photojournalistic, and candid approach to each event, ensuring that every shot tells a unique story. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for authentic moments, I create timeless, stunning images that couples will treasure forever. Many of my couples are amazed at how effortless the process feels and are thrilled with photos that look like they belong in a magazine. Let me turn your special day into a beautiful, lasting memory.

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Daria Orlova Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first connected, Daria and Connor were efficient, unflapped, and good-humored in their communication, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. Their work has an Old Hollywood style that is both classic and romantic, perfectly capturing the authentic joy and love of our special day. Daria and Connor truly were MVPs, arriving exactly on time with multiple cameras and a keen eye for finding the best backdrops, posing, and props to make us and our guests look and feel our absolute best. We couldn't be happier with the memories they've helped us preserve from our wedding day. We were blown away by the 48-hour turnaround for the preview photos. Just take a look, the work speaks for itself!
Alex F., 2 months ago
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Wilde & Free Photography 

4.8

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

Hi! I am Courtney! Photography is my passion. I can't put into words how excited I am thinking about a session or a wedding. Giddy like a little kid in a toy store, I suppose! I love details. As small as the sparkling eyeshadow on the bride's eyelid for her special day. The tiny fingernails on a newborn's hands. All the giggles and laughs. Kisses and a loving glance. I want to document every little thing for you. Events and life, in general, can be so busy. I am based in Arlington, Washington, but I serve all of the United States and most countries. I LOVE to travel!

Courtney and her husband were both AMAZING to work with! I had a lot going on and a lot of things popping up that would alter the timeline she created. They were so kind and flexible about it! Definitely made the day less stressful for me! So far, the sneak peaks I have seen are gorgeous! Can’t wait to see the rest!!
Ashley G., 4 months ago
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Ten Thirty Four Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Des Moines, WA
  • Offer

I started my photography business having a passion for capturing pure emotions and real life moments. I love capturing the essence of people, love and the characteristics that define them both. Being able to visualize a bond between people and bring that to life through a photo is what I set out to do, no matter what moment I am capturing!

I worked together with Liz a couple of times while second shooting. Liz is great with detail! She is always finding the alternative angle to best cover a couple's event. She is professional, kind, and inclusive. Liz is go-with-the-flow and able to adapt to the unpredictability that wedding days can sometimes be. Overall, Liz is a wonderful photographer!
Jessica Evan Photography, 9 months ago
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Amiran Weddings 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,875
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

​As a documentary photographer, I go with the flow and discreetly capture each magical moment as it unfolds, telling your story as honestly and authentically as possible. No trends. No awkward poses. Only joy, emotion & storytelling.

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Working with Amiran was an exceptional experience. From the start her communication and professionalism put our minds at ease. My wife and I were looking for a wedding photographer and it was starting to feel like Goldilocks looking for the perfect photographer, until we found Amiran. It was amazing to review the photos she took and laugh together about how we never noticed her during the ceremony and never heard shutter clicks, yet she somehow captured our special day perfectly. I would highly recommend Amiran to any friend or family member. If you are reading this, do yourself a favor and reach out to her. That’s all I took for us to know we working with a true professional that understands photography and also works hard to understand her clients.
Chad W., a year ago
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WEDDINGS BY MARS 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

mars is a traveling film wedding photographer whose career evolved from a deep-seated love for capturing authentic moments and telling real stories. with a keen eye for detail and a heart for genuine connections – mars loves working with couples who are eager to redefine traditional norms and bring a unique, design-forward, and culturally rich feel to their wedding day.

We loved our photos from the elopement, and we are sure we’ll love the rest of the wedding photos when they come back. Thank you for everything. You had such a calming presence, and your work is exquisite! I’d recommend Marci to anyone looking for documentary style photography of their wedding day.
Grace V., 6 months ago
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Kelli and Josh 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Kelli and Josh are a sought-after international photographer team specializing in a unique combination of editorial and photojournalistic photography. Their expertise in each of their skillsets give them a timeless yet beautiful look to their photography. They have photographed weddings and events in over 42 countries across the world and have been named by BRIDES magazine as one of the top wedding photographers in Houston.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough good things about Josh Newton. I have had the pleasure of working with Josh on many projects and in different settings from modeling for styled shoots to specialized marketing material to my own wedding and am always blown away by his artistic eye and ability to write a story through photography. His attention to detail is beyond compare, he is wonderful at guiding posing and creating a comfortable environment for solo modeling, couples and large parties alike. Josh listens, is so kind, is a joy to work with and always delivers above and beyond all expectations. If you want to remember your day like the magical, ethereal dream that it was, I 100% recommend Josh Newton Photography.
Amie Hagen and L., 3 years ago
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Teresa Bicchieri Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

I am a wedding photographer located in Ellensburg; a small town in the heart of Washington state. As a photographer, I am basically a professional third wheel! Getting to capture love stories is such a joy; weddings are one of the most beautiful celebrations in life! If you are looking for a photographer to authentically capture your love, whether its a big wedding at a Washington winery or a small celebration with family and friends at a park, I am your gal! Your love story is so important and deserves to be captured with care so that you have memories to look back on for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Teresa did my husband and I’s engagement and wedding photos and we are BLOWN away!!! Her photos perfectly capture our love and how fun our wedding day was. She is super fun to work with and truly makes you feel beautiful. I cannot wait to do future photoshoots with her and plaster my house with wedding photos!
Kassie and S., a year ago
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Jordan Lindsay Photography 

5.0

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

Hey all you cute love birds!!! I am a Boise area photographer, BUT I LOVE to travel and would absolutely kill to travel for you! Okay, not literally kill but ya know. I would love love to travel for you! I am a wedding photographer, who specializes in elopements and intimate weddings! Do I still offer more traditional big weddings? HELL YES. My business is all about creating exceptional experiences! I want to make sure your day is so special, and that you get the images of your dreams! I try to stray from the traditional, and go for more fun, unique experiences! If you're looking for that, let's get this party started!!

I had seen Jordan's photos on instagram and fallen in love with their aesthetic. I've been in traditional posed wedding photos as part of the wedding party and family in the past and I just never look like myself in them. I cannot pose and get very self-conscious if I know my picture is being taken. But having candid moments from the day really meant the world to me and that is what really resonated with me in Jordan's style; the documentary feel. Beyond this, there is this incredible eye for lighting and angle and capturing just the right moment that this duo (because it is Jordan and her husband, Trent) brings that I didn't find in any other portfolio I went through when looking for a photographer. She was super patient and understanding when walking me through the process on our introduction and every other subsequent call leading up to the day. We weren't going to be using engagement photos for the traditional announcements, but I had this idea of a wonderful series of photos at this location on the island where we were having the wedding that we could have as kind of our own celebration of our engagement and they were instantly on board and agreed to come out the day before to do those photos at that time. It ended up being a really lovely time for us 4 to bond and get used to each other so I highly recommend doing some kind of engagement photo session even if you're a photo-averse person like myself and the thought of doing more photos seems like the last thing you want to do. Jordan and Trent are so calm and relaxed that it made it really easy to be natural around them. And then on the day they were absolute rockstars. We were, as is surprising to maybe no one but us, running super late and they very gracefully helped manage our extended families and the venue to keep the pressure off us while still getting everything done they could. We showed up to the venue with 20 minutes to the ceremony and we somehow managed to get all our family photos (with toddlers and blended modern family combinations in the mix) and still be only 5 minutes late on the ceremony start. Then we snuck away for sunset photos and that ended up being this absolutely beautiful time we got to spend together during the reception, not awkward at all. And I truly think that's because of how natural and talented this duo are at their jobs. They were like the most lovely and helpful guests at the wedding, truly like having friends who are photographing the day for you. They made the day exactly what I hoped for, this beautiful, cherished time spent with family and friends in a magical place celebrating being all together and I cannot imagine my wedding without them there. I don't have the full album yet, but I do have the engagement photos and an absolutely breathtaking sneak peek of the day and they are so beautiful I almost don't believe it. Hopefully I won't need another wedding photographer (hahahaha) but if I do need family photos for the future they will be my first call.
Alexandria T., 7 months ago
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Unleashed Elopements - Adventure & Pet-Friendly Elopements 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,300
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

Hey! I'm Sharlee, an adventure & pet-friendly elopement photographer based in Oregon. I have a background as a vet tech+ I'm an avid lover of hiking, camping, climbing, or anything outside. I am passionate about helping couples feel empowered to “break from tradition and create a wedding of your own” Whether that's exploring a new place together, cuddling in a cabin, or sharing a favorite food - I want your wedding day to feel authentic to YOUR relationship and what makes elopements so special. Being able to provide you with a fun, enjoyable experience & beautiful images that look like your own piece of art is what makes me beam.

We had a wonderful experience with Unleashed Elopements as our adventure elopement photographer. Sharlee was extremely personable and supportive throughout the planning process (and our unexpected changes of plans!), patiently answering all of our questions. On our big day, she captured breathtaking photos that we will treasure forever. The images are true art and perfectly encapsulate the special details and memories of our special day. We couldn't be happier with how the photos turned out and the entire experience. Unleashed Elopements comes highly recommended for any couple looking for a talented, professional photographer to beautifully document your adventure elopement memories.
Sarah G., 5 months ago
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Shawnee Custalow Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Des Moines, WA

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shawnee was an unbelievable photographer and such a special part of our wedding weekend. From the moment we reached out to her to getting our pictures, she has been incredibly communicative, easy to work with, and deeply kind. She made us feel so at ease and taken care of at our Rehearsal Dinner and on our wedding day. She not only allowed us to be our fullest selves but also encouraged capturing us in ways that felt authentic and not stuck in expected wedding photos or gender roles. She captured our guests so beautifully too, particularly the kids who were in our wedding. Everyone's personalities shone through so wonderfully and the picture are absolutely stunning. We cannot believe how many and how incredible each and every photo is. We cannot recommend Shawnee enough!
Sasha F., 3 years ago
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Shelly Lynn Photography 

5.0

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

We specialize in natural, outdoor portrait and adventure photography + videography. We are artists at heart and find inspiration in nature, architecture, light & color - to truly make every image unique. We are located on The Big Island of Hawaii where we travel all over the island for our clients - And love to hop over to other islands. If you are planning to be on Maui, Kauai, or Oahu, we can coordinate just as easy.

Shelly is AMAZING! She knows exactly how to capture just the right moments. Every time we look at the teaser photos (we haven’t received them all yet) it takes us right back to our wedding day. In addition, she has a GREAT personality and has a way of making you feel you have known her for months!
Riesa N., 7 months 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?

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