The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Merlin, OR

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Merlin, OR

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263 Wedding Photographers in Merlin, OR

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Red Aspen Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I have been a professional wedding photographer for 8+ seasons and captured hundreds of weddings from the Rocky Mountains to the West Coast. I am both a storyteller and historian with my camera in hand. I love to incorporate the amazing landscapes with rich colors and natural light. My focus is on my couples feeling comfortable in front of the camera. I like to give some direction and allow for real moments to happen rather than anything being forced. My work has been featured everywhere from ABC (The Bachelor franchise), Green Wedding Shoes, Oregon Wedding Day, BRIDES.

We could not have loved working with Ashleigh any more! From the second we met over zoom to the delivery of our album she’s been amazing. She truly made the wedding day such a joy for us with her attitude, pace of work, and just fun demeanor. We so appreciated the way she captured everything we were looking for without taking away from our time with our people—our families and our wedding party loved her just as much. The finished product is absolutely fabulous and the turn around time was so appreciated, we couldn’t be happier. Ashleigh has a way of perfectly mixing the beauty of any location and the vibe of the couple to make you feel like a million bucks on your big day!
Jenny + N., 6 months ago
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Sam Starns Adventure Elopements 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I’m Sam, a TEDx speaker, author, native Oregonian, and adventure elopement expert. And I regret my wedding. Oooof, right? I cried on my wedding day. They weren’t happy tears, either. Let me tell you my story. I had a day that wasn’t really about the connection I had with my husband. It wasn’t about who we were as people and about the things we loved. It wasn’t “us”. Imagine having an adventure elopement day that includes whatever floats your boat. Whether it’s adrenaline-packed, laughter-filled, chill vibes, or all of the above. Then add in a kickass connection between you & your partner that’s enabled by dedicating that day TO YOU.

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Let’s start off with the fact that the whole week we were in Alaska felt like a blur, because it was truly more awe-inspiring than anything we could’ve imagined, making it SO hard to go back to reality after this fantasy adventure that Sam helped us cook up. There were helicopters, tons of different sights, glaciers, and MOOSE! One thing we loved about working with Sam was that it never really felt like we took posed photos; there were prompts and directions, but it really was genuine, she captured us just being weirdly us. Jeff complained about getting his photos taken in the months leading up to our elopement, but the experience was way better than expected (he grew up despising cameras) and all of our photos are so full of life, taking us back to that exact time and place. Also, Sam suggested thinking about our day as an adventure first and a wedding second, and it really helped us realize the potential and plan a day that was way more badass and memorable than any traditional wedding! We certainly don’t feel like we missed out on anything by eloping; in fact, we feel the experience was more meaningful and intentional because we got to experience all of these new adventures together that were uniquely us. I’ve already had friends and colleagues come up to me asking how to elope like we did. My advice is, “Here’s Sam’s contact info – you need to call her.”
Shelby, 3 years ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Merlin, OR

My name is Ali Cushing, a NY-based photographer working across the country and world wide providing documentation and memorializing of your most precious moments for weddings, elopements, engagements, and couples photographer, near and far. My goal first and foremost is articulating your personalities, romance, and every aspect of your event into a visual story you'll treasure long after. I approach each opportunity with personalized care and whatever your plans, I’d love to be a part of and to document your story. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

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My husband and I LOVED working with Ali for our wedding at the Picnic House in Prospect Park! She was responsive to all of our questions and quick to answer calls and emails. On the day, she put everyone at ease and corralled everyone to get through the family portraits quickly. She totally captured our vision for the day and we're so happy with how our photos came out! We absolutely recommend working with Ali for your special day.
Lisa K., 5 months ago
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Drzazga Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Merlin, OR

We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

Awarded Best of Zola
Carly and kasey (and dee + the other videographer) were perfect to work with for our wedding!! Carly and dee did our engagement pictures as well and they were nothing short of amazing! They make you feel so comfortable while pictures and videos are being taken! All of their work is so beautiful and they are the best at what they do!
Heather K., 3 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Merlin, OR
  • Offer

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to. Let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Heather is not only an amazing photographer, but an amazing person as well. She is thorough, kind and so professional. Her energy brings such a calmness to your wedding day and she’s always willing to give her expertise. I can’t recommend Heather enough! My wife and I are obsessed with our wedding pictures.
Olivia, 6 months ago
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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my partner, two dogs, and four cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I turn 9 this year 🥳!

Awarded Best of Zola
Leah photographed our wedding at my family's property in Napa Valley, June 2024. Leah took lots of time to scope out the location and seemed to be absolutely *everywhere* during the wedding, at all the right moments. I didn't have to call her over once, because she was already there. She captured the emotions of the day, the little moments, the big moments, and made our day look like the fairytale wedding that it felt like. Once we got the photo gallery back (so quickly!) we relived the day all over again. We were tearing up and laughing at all the photos. I felt like I was looking at photos from a Brides magazine, but it was me! Another thing I'll mention is that Leah gives direction in a kind, calm and encouraging way. My husband is not too confident in photos and he felt SO comfortable posing with her there, and loves his photos too! I felt like she could guide me into more flattering poses when I felt uncertain about my angles. I love Leah and her work and would recommend her to anyone!
Lily & P., 4 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

Awarded Best of Zola
This has taken me a little while to get to writing as after wedding day life has been a little chaotic but wanted to express praise where it was well deserved. Holly exceeded my husband and I's expectations as our photographer on our wedding day. Not only was she extremely professional, but she was kind, personable and very helpful. The photos ended up coming out GORGEOUS! We just could not be happier with her and are definitely going to be recommending her to anyone seeking a photographer.
Chelsea H., 2 months ago
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Venture Ever After 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Merlin, OR

My name is Nadia. I specialize in elopements + intimate weddings in the Pacific Northwest. I help people in love have the wedding of their dreams in magical outdoor spaces. When you choose to elope, you’re choosing to get married free of society’s wedding day expectations. So go wild! Spend the entire day in your favorite place, with your favorite person. Wear a fancy outfit, or wear your hiking boots. Invite your dog instead of your mom’s second cousin. Share your first kiss under the stars instead of under an altar. In the great outdoors, you write the wedding rules. And I’m here to help make it an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
When we began looking for a photographer for our micro-wedding, we gravitated towards Nadia’s images over and over again. Not only did they capture raw, intimate moments between couples and families, but they elevated those moments in elegant and natural landscapes of the PNW; everything we wanted. We reached out and set up a consultation call immediately. We were initially nervous and felt very unprepared to speak with photographers because we had zero ideas for what our special day would look like, but after our call with Nadia we were confident that Venture Ever After was the right choice for us. She was so knowledgeable and did a TON of legwork planning our timeline to best capture the moments we wanted in the lighting we needed, recommending a variety of locations for some private moments as a couple and group activities with our family, and keeping us grounded and calm throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, Nadia took the reigns and gently guided us through the day with compassion and grace. She constantly reminded us that each moment was for us and encouraged us to revel in all of the details. She even conquered some pretty crazy heights armed with multiple cameras and a walky-talky to capture some dramatic and beautiful couple’s portraits. Beyond being an incredible photographer, Nadia is one of the most genuine and kind people I’ve met. She has a knack for keeping elopement/wedding day energy light and helping her clients feel natural in front of the camera. My partner and I truly felt like models. I feel so blessed to have our wedding photographed by her and, above all, be able to call her a friend. I would recommend Nadia at Venture Ever After to everyone planning an elopement, wedding, or adventure in the PNW. In fact, I hope to be able to visit her and capture anniversaries and momentous occasions for our family long into the future.
Morgan D., 6 months ago
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Datura Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Merlin, OR

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
We are so so SO grateful we found Jules/Datura Photo to shoot our wedding. She did an incredible job capturing the emotions and the overall story of our day and we couldn’t be happier with ouyr wedding photos! We also utilized Jules for our videography and we are in love with our wedding video. You can really tell when you watch our video and look at our photos that we had a photographer who just loves love. She told our love story so beautifully. You can also tell that she knows so much about composition, lighting, etc. She does a great job with giving directions for where to stand and poses to do for those of us who know nothing about getting our picture taken. Not only is she an incredibly talented and gifted artist in her photography, but she is a total gem to work and spend the day with. She was also super communicative and professional throughout the entire process, went above and beyond and stayed late to get pics at our after party, and as an added bonus she was amazing with the kids in our wedding party and getting them to smile for the camera! We could literally go on and on about how amazing she was. We would highly recommend booking Datura Photo for any wedding, but especially if you want your photos to feel artsy, vintage, romantic, and emotional.
Maddie C., 4 days ago
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Andy Hardman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Merlin, OR
  • Offer

I specialize in St. Paul & Minneapolis Minnesota engagements, elopements & wedding photography. I love to work with people with vision, an appreciation for creativity and a love for adventure. If you're game then so am I. Let's make some gorgeous art together.

Working with Andy for our engagement and wedding photos has been amazing! He’s quick to respond, awesome at what he does, and so fun to be around. We met Andy for the first time when he did our engagement photos, and there was no awkwardness or weird energy. We instantly hit it off and got to work. His ideas and recommendations and willingness to go along with ANY idea makes him the greatest photographer ever.
Jes G., 4 months ago
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Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Merlin, OR
  • Offer

We've been in business over 25 years! Don't spend thousands of dollars for your wedding photos! Before you book your photographer visit our site for over a million beautiful photos and thousands of testimonials, then give us a call! Elopements are just $499 and full wedding photo packages start at just $799. We will capture amazing photos in natural color and create a custom online album where you can share all your photos from. You can purchase prints at wholesale prices. Planning help is included in every package! We also provide top level DJ & video services in budget friendly packages! We are available nationwide including your area!

Their staff was prompt, professional, involved! Our pictures are top of the line! The DJ was great got people up dancing in the sweltering weather!
Barbara B., 4 months ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR
  • Offer

I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City + Los Angeles based wedding photographer, but you can find me in a different city and country every week of the year capturing unforgettable moments in time. I shoot in a cinematic and timeless style making sure to capture raw and candid moments that will make your day look feel a movie. I have over 200,000 followers on social media as well as 10 of millions of image/video views so you can be assured who you’re working with. Let’s create something captivating! Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion Photo

Caz did a phenomenal job on my wife's and I wedding pictures. Was very present and a little bit of everywhere without being in the way of anyone. Captured those big moments. 6 stars if I could give it
Quinton, 6 months ago
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Sun & Soul Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hey there! Welcome! My name is Taylor- I am so glad you’re here! I am a documentary photographer based in the West Coast. I LIVE for capturing your love! You and your love story are anything but typical, and I strive to document that in the most candid and authentic way. My style is candid, documentary with a sprinkle of editorial. I want you to be YOURSELVES so I can help tell your true story. You've got incredible style, an amazing personality, and captivating energy that's impossible to ignore. So why should you settle for photos that don't reflect that? You deserve photos that celebrate your most alive and authentic selves!

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked Taylor as our videographer and she seriously made this day so much easier, calm, and special. She is such a sweet and pure soul and we thank god for her! She is also coming to our rescue with pictures for our day due to some communication issues with our true photographer and Taylor wasn’t even hired for pictures but she still took some, thank goodness and we are very blessed because we are now purchasing those from her as well because they are absolutely beautiful. Her name “Captured Photography” speaks for itself because seriously… She captures the true/raw moment of your day. She is one of the most friendly and communicative videographer/photographers I’ve ever met and you will regret not booking with her. I PROMISE! We love Taylor and her dedication! She truly capture the beauty of our day. She is A M A Z I N G!
Jenna J., 2 years ago
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Kristy Tasca Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Kristy Tasca Photography is a Charleston-based Destination Wedding, Elopement + Portrait Photographer documenting authentic love stories + moments. With 12 years experience as a photographer and 25+ years experience as a coach, Kristy truly makes her clients feel comfortable and like the best version of themselves. Maya Angelou said it best, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style”. So, let’s get together, look cute, laugh, get to know one another and capture your love like you’ve never seen before.

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Kristy was amazing! Such amazing work and so easy and fun! We cannot recommend her enough!! Hands down the best wedding photographer in New York!
Reed W., 4 years ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Angela is a Destination wedding photographer capturing timeless memories. She loves providing couples with candid images that they can look back on for a lifetime. Her passion is to connect and tell couples’ love stories through the beauty and emotion of the moments captured.

I can't say enough wonderful things about Angela! She was absolutely amazing capturing every special moment with such grace and creativity. Her attention to detail and ability to make everyone feel comfortable was truly impressive. The photos turned out stunning and they perfectly reflect the joy of our special day. I highly recommend her to any bride looking for a talented and passionate photographer. Thank you for making our memories so beautiful!!
Mia B., 2 months ago
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Myrtle Creative Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Candid Storytelling & True to Life Photography for all free-spirited couples! Providing Wedding + Elopement photography for your intentional wedding or adventure elopement! Based in NW Oregon and serving all of OR & WA in my regular pricing. Documenting memories. capturing love. creating experiences. From Adventure Elopements with just you two and your fur-babies to Weddings with all your family and friends - I am here for it!! And more importantly, I am here for YOU! I am here to make sure your day is an amazing experience in the moment and captured beautifully for years to come. Currently booking 2024 and 2025 dates!

Awarded Best of Zola
Definitely one of the best decisions I made for our wedding. We had Ann Marie do our engagement photos and we loved her from the start and loved how they came out. We were devastated when we found out she was already booked for our wedding date, but she got us set up with one of her associates Elena at a discounted rate. Even though she wasn't going to be there on our big day she still put in so much effort to help us decide the timeline and the shot list. She kept in contact with us the whole time and really made us feel confident about the big day. She will still be doing the editing in her style and we are absolutely thrilled with the sneak peek shots we've gotten so far! She even threw in an extra photographer for us for free which was incredibly kind of her, although unfortunately that photographer was sick on the day of the wedding so we still ended up with just one. But Elena was great and made us feel totally at ease and got every shot on the list. She kept everything running on time despite the timeline having been created for two photographers. Ann Marie and Elena were a dream team to work with and I can't say enough good things about them.
Michaela M., 2 months ago
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Kait Hubbard Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

For the romantic explorers who are planning their intimate wedding in California, I am a California-raised, golden-coast obsessed, documentary-style wedding photographer who can’t get enough of the beautiful outdoor venues this state has to offer. From ocean low to mountain high, my bags are packed and I’m on my way to capture your love story in the most beautiful place in the world.

Kait was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! From our very first email exchange, Kait made me feel so special and supported! Her communication, in general, is prompt, upbeat and incredibly helpful as you plan. Her enthusiasm and excitement for our special day was infectious and she made the planning process so much more joyful. Kait made me feel like she was a close friend who I could lean on without ever having met her! On the wedding day itself, her calm and flexible approach helped us feel at ease, and the resulting photos are simply beautiful, with great angles and lighting that made me feel beautiful and a camera shy groom shine. She got us sneak peaks that we LOVED and poured over with in less than 12 hours! We couldn't be happier with the value and quality of Kait's work, and we highly recommend her to any couple looking for a talented, caring photographer who is truly dedicated to making their wedding day unforgettable.
Carly R., 2 months ago
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Willow + Rove Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Merlin, OR

At Willow + Rove Creative, based in Knoxville, Tennessee, we specialize in light and airy, documentary-style wedding photography that beautifully tells your love story. With a passion for capturing genuine moments, we create timeless images that reflect each couple’s unique essence. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, we ensure your personality shines through. We love to travel to stunning locations, including the Smoky Mountains, to craft unforgettable memories. Let us capture the joy of your special day in a way that feels authentic and true to you.

We worked with Ashlyn for our wedding vow renewal and she was able to capture every idea that came to my head! She was all in and awesome to work with! Very easy going and easy to communicate with also! So happy we went with Willow & Rove to capture something so special to us!
Susy H., 5 months ago
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Forbis Fotography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hello, friends! I'm a 27-year-old wife, momma, & self proclaimed adventurer. I live with my husband, Ryan, in Central Missouri, but spend a lot of time on the road traveling! From Alaska to Italy to New Zealand, I'm a fan of world travels...and I'm more than willing to go just about anywhere for YOU! I'm here to capture ALL of life's adventures for you.

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Forbis Fotography was such a joy to work with for our wedding day! As a women-owned business, their team brought a fun, personal touch that made everyone feel at ease in front of the camera. Their communication was always fast and professional, whether answering our questions or offering creative suggestions to capture special moments. On the wedding day itself, Forbis rolled with the punches and got some truly fantastic shots of our venue, wedding party, and families. We couldn't be happier with how they highlighted all the meaningful details. With competitive pricing for the exceptional quality of their work, Forbis Fotography comes 100000% recommended for any couple's big day!
Emily S., 4 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

Ozan Ulucan Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first spoke with Ozan, his communication was comprehensive, outgoing and clear. It was evident he has a creative, artistic eye that would capture our day in a unique way. On the wedding day, Ozan arrived early and hit the ground running, snapping photos right away and keeping up the energy and pace throughout the entire event. His experience shone through as he was comfortable facilitating numerous group photos and offering great suggestions on positioning. Ozan also scoped out the venue ahead of time and brought us to multiple spots for one-of-a-kind photos we hadn't even thought of taking on our own. The final edited photos were delivered quickly after the wedding, and the quality was truly professional and a cut above the rest. We received so many photos organized by different times during the wedding including getting ready, ceremony, portraits, family portraits, reception, night, and details including photos of our venue, flowers, and place settings. We are thrilled with the memories Ozan was able to create for us through his exceptional work.
Kim and F., 7 days ago
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Taylor Davenport Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hello Rad People, My Name is Taylor, I am based out of Golden, Colorado. I am a huge animal lover. We have 2 dogs ,2 cats. Plus, Carl our bearded dragon. So, please bring all the animals to your session or event! I have always loved nature and the outdoors. We do a lot of hiking and camping in the beautiful Mountains. My passion for photography started at a young age, I started doing film Photography and developing my own photos before I even picked up a digital camera. I never thought that my love for photography would turn into my career, where I get to photograph people in love in the places they love. Now let’s get Wild!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a great experience with Taylor. From our engagement to our wedding she was great to work with!! Couldn’t recommend her more and she’s pretty rad!!
Micheal + M., a year ago
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Lee & Dixon Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hi there! We are Sandi and Tessa, two friends who enjoy everything about weddings, from the first phone call to the exit at the end! We photograph in a light, airy, documentary style that our clients love! From the moment you book us, we'll be available to help make sure your wedding photos are everything you dreamed about. We also love making new friends so let's hop on a Zoom call and chat!

Awarded Best of Zola
Professional, courteous and fun! Sandi and Tessa are amazing to work with and always go above and beyond to make each couple feel special! All newly engaged couples should check them out for wedding photography! 10/10 the best!
Bridgette Garza, a year ago
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Kiarha Lou photography & videography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hey! My name is Kiarha Louise! I am a lifestyle photographer based out of Oregon. I can tell you right now that you’re here already means the world to me. And the fact that I get to capture some of the most beautiful love stories still truly blows my mind. I specialize in capturing the beauty of everyday life. My style is vibrate, true to color with a little bit of warmth. I strive to capture moments that create emotion. I'm passionate about seeing the love shared and documenting those little moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
I will never use a different photographer! I could not have asked for better, me and my husband are obsessed with the photos. Best day of our lives thanks to Kiara!
Daija C., 3 months ago
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The Narrative Weddings (Photo + Video) 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,800
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I'm Jarrod. I'm a wedding photographer based in the US. Originally from Florida and now traveling full-time in a Sprinter van shooting love stories. ​I like to describe my approach to wedding photography as documentary with an editorial flare. About 80% of the day I am capturing your day as it naturally unfolds in a beautiful way. The other 20% I love to prompt you or direct you to create romantic images that have intention and FEELING. Sometimes portraits will feel romantic and editorial and other times they will feel playful and fun. It fully depends on your personal relationship. I love to tell your story as authentically as I can.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot express enough how much I enjoy working with Taylor & Jarod! They are not only very talented, yet very fun to work alongside with. The always produce amazing quality work, and their communication with me as the coordinator is always punctual. I of course have them on my Preffered Vendor List and highly highly recommend them to my couples. You will have such a fun time with these two, and all of your special moments will be captured- garenteed! True professionals.
Aesthetic Event Planning, a year ago
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Afterglow Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hey I'm Liz! I've been in business as a wedding and portrait photographer since 2015, and have had a camera in my hand since the days before digital. After nine years in the industry my brain is absolutely full of specific knowledge I can only use for weddings, so please please use me as a resource. I live outside Portland with my Husband, kids, dog and cat. In my free time you can find me at a Mexican restaurant, a Movie Theater, or in any body of water. As an aging Millennial I've also recently gotten into retirement hobbies like birding and gardening.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liz was so easy to work with. She took our engagement photos and wedding photos. During our wedding planning session as a bride I was all over the place but she was able to help figure out photos that were needed and set a timeline with me. On the day of our wedding, it seemed that time sped up and there was a million things to do. As our timeline didn’t go as planned, most weddings don’t, Liz was able to think on her feet and get a new timeline so we were able to get all of our shots in that we wanted and still be able to enjoy our wedding, dancing, guest and each other. After getting our photos back many of our family and friends mentioned how wonderful Liz was, her attention to detail and how they would love to use her in the future. Whenever we talk about future photo shoots that we want, Liz is always brought up and will be the first to call when we need new photos!
Julianne and J., 5 months ago
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Lauren Case 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Every individual has a unique tale, and mine is quite the whirlwind! When I was 5, my family left our Michigan home and has been on the move ever since. After living across the globe, I now proudly call Oregon my home sweet home with my wonderful husband, our sweet daughter, and our White German Shepherd! My journey toward becoming a wedding photographer is fueled by my romantic spirit, hope for deep connections, and wandering the world in pursuit of love. The idea of spreading love near and far, and passing on that love through generations puts a smile on my face every day.

Awarded Best of Zola
It is very obvious that Lauren is so passionate about what she does. My husband feels awkward in front of the camera but she did a great job with keeping it fun. You would never be able to tell he was awkward by the way the pictures came out, she did fantastic. Thank you Lauren for capturing such beautiful photos that we will cherish forever!
Sydney, 3 years ago
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Sunbeam Studio Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I’m a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer, and I shoot everywhere from Europe to locally in Denver! My favorite thing about photography is capturing the candid “in-between” moments, real emotions, and when people bring their dogs to their shoots. I work with my clients to create memories that last beyond their wedding day, and deliver photos that capture the fun, romantic and timeless moments so you can re-live them for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey gifted us a truly wonderful wedding day experience the moment she arrived at the venue. She was kind, professional, lively, and made us forget that a 'stranger' was creating some of our most treasured memories. Kelsey was so easy to connect with and made the entire experience a fun and beautiful part of our special day that as a result produced our incredible, moment capturing photos. We are forever grateful for having Kelsey be our photographer, and would highly, highly recommend to any friend or family member.
Nicole W., a year ago
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Olivia Martens Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hi friends! My name is Olivia! I believe that weddings + couple’s sessions are a chance to allow you to connect deeper with each other & celebrate your once-in-a-lifetime moments. My social adaptability is one of my superpowers as a photographer because I can easily cultivate an environment that allows my clients to feel comfortable genuinely expressing their love to each other. Your love story deserves to be captured and you deserve to have fun doing it!

Awarded Best of Zola
BOOK WITH OLIVIA! Okay now that we’ve got that out of the way, Olivia was incredible. She made us feel so comfortable, our friends & family loved her, and our photos are out of this world. She truly made us feel like rockstars & is just so great at what she does - could not recommend her enough!
Mikaela B., a year ago
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The Double Shot Project 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Merlin, OR

We are a photo/video team that travels coast to coast to document your love in a candid, nostalgic, journalistic style. Whether it's a high-scale wedding in the city or an intimate elopement in the desert - we are here to capture your story in an authentic and beautiful way! We believe in building genuine connections and friendships with our couples because that trust shows through in the photographs and films we create together. What's most important to us is preserving your memories in a way that you remember what it felt like in that moment.

Awarded Best of Zola
Coral was amazing to work with! We had the pleasure of getting to know her when we booked her last-minute to take some photos of my good friends' small backyard ceremony in 2018. When my husband and I later got engaged, we knew we had to book Coral to capture our own planned festivities for June 2020. When 2020 rolled around and it became apparent that we had to scrap most of our original plans, we couldn't have asked for a better partner than Coral. Her flexibility and encouragement during what was a crazy time for everyone kept us sane. We unfortunately nixed all of our other vendors with the changes we made, but kept Coral because we knew we wanted her there to capture whatever our day turned out to be. Coral captured beautiful photos of our two(!) wedding/reception dates and we are so glad to have those treasured photos. She's incredibly easy to work with and made everyone feel so comfortable, especially as my family and I don't get in front of the camera very often. We can't recommend Coral enough!
Anna S., 2 years ago
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Jazmín Solano Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Artistic storytelling for the fun, kind and adventurous. Hi friend! :) I'm your neighborhood artist, goofy empath, & lover of dogs and human beans. (Name is pronounced Hasmeen, kinda like jalapeño) My goal is to be a source of joy and vulnerability in your life while helping you feel grounded on your big day and ~even more~ grateful for the life you live and the love you choose. 

Awarded Best of Zola
Jazmin was such an amazing photographer during our wedding. She went above and beyond SO many times, it blew me away. From agreeing to do our engagement photoshoot on a stormy cold, rainy day, to bringing specialized unique props for us to use. She continued to blow me away with her dedication to being exceptional and so friendly, sweet, and easygoing. She made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, and the photos were exceptional. She advertises herself as your BFF, and it really feels like it. You can tell she cares about her clients. On our wedding day, she also excelled, and we have beautiful photos, as well as film, and we just finalized our photo album with pictures from our engagement shoot as well as wedding. Jazmin included special shots I asked for such as a group photo, and artsy shots with bubbles in the forest. She was our favorite vendor hands down. They say the photographer should be one of the few vendors you splurge on, and we are SO happy we did. It was 100% worth every penny and more. I will recommend her to any of my friends getting married in the future.
Leann J., 15 days ago
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Jess Buckley 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hi! I’m Jess. I approach wedding photography with a photo journalistic eye, seeking out the authentic experiences of your day rather than fabricated moments. I shoot mostly film, medium format and 35mm, as well as a little bit of digital, to create timeless imagery that ages gracefully. I am trained as a fine art photographer, studying at the School of Visual Arts in NYC, and SFAI. I live in Portland, OR but am happy to travel.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jess was an absolute dream to work with - so kind and thoughtful, very clear communication, flexible, and helped us feel comfortable/relaxed at all times! She took our engagement tintype photos (gorgeous, striking, super cool) as well as our wedding photos, and I just keep looking through the album and smiling at how well the energy of the day and our love was captured! Would definitely recommend her and her work. Thanks, Jess!
Sydney & D., 2 years ago
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Theel Productions 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Theel Productions was founded with an editorial emphasis, and at one time focused solely on working with fashion brands and models. When branching into weddings, the same principals of light, angles, and editorial stylings were translated into usage with couples from around the world. This unique background produces the most beautiful results - magazine worthy wedding photos. Available for worldwide travel, Theel Productions is passionate about creating a full luxury experience for their couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
We could not be happier with our experience with Ari and the team at Theel Wedding Productions. Not only is their work beautiful but she has such a happy disposition anytime she's working. Always excited to be working on projects with her.
Eleanor's Bridal, 2 years ago
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Nicole Briann Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Merlin, OR

I am your hype gal, encourager, new best friend! I’m a wedding + portrait photographer, here for adventures, not taking myself too seriously + being straight up real about life. While I am the most passionate about telling YOUR story, here’s a little bit about mine.. I’m a small town girl from Oregon with travel + adventure in my blood. I’ll choose mountains or a beach over a city any day + I will drive extra hours simply to take the backroads. I'm obsessed with s'mores, FRIENDS, HIMYM + coffee is always a must! I’m a skip the small talk, get to what’s important kind of gal + I’ll want to know all about you, your love + your people.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were thrilled with Nikki and the team at Nicole Briann Photo! From the beginning, communication was prompt, clear, and so friendly - Nikki made us feel like old friends. On the wedding day, they arrived early with a detailed shot list to ensure we got all the photos we wanted, while remaining discreet so as not to intrude on the moments. The quality of photos is truly excellent; high resolution, beautifully composed, and full of emotion. Nikki perfectly captured the most special moments of our wedding day. Every penny spent was worth it for memories we'll cherish forever. We couldn't recommend Nicole Briann Photo more - Nikki and her team were an absolute joy to work with and the final product is stunning!
Susie G., 4 months ago
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Natural Images Photo Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Since 1989, Natural Images Photo Video has been capturing love stories in a documentary style, cinematic approach to our portraits and video services. As a full time, husband & wife, veteran-owned family business, our mission is to exceed our clients' expectations for breathtaking wedding portraits and video collections. Our prices are set reasonable, to fit most any budget. There are no travel fees, nothing extra whatsoever. Our business is licensed, insured, LLC registered, BBB A+ rated, FAA licensed for aerial drone operations, and we were recently awarded WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR by Quality Business Awards, Inc.

Awarded Best of Zola
They are the sweetest folks to work with. We had always wanted a video package but could not find an affordable option. Billy and Miss Cheryl did BOTH! We got photos and videos for two days and they even live streamed our wedding to our family overseas. Billy's photos are insane gorgeous and Cheryl's video captured everything we had dreamed of. I highly recommend them to everyoone wanting a amazing wedding.
Megan M., a year ago
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Alex Correa Films 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hi! I'm Alex, and I love my job. Your wedding day is going to be one of the most special days of your life. You’re going to remember it for the rest of your life, and so will your family and friends. That’s why you need a great photographer & videographer that can capture those moments in a way that really brings them alive. We believe in capturing those candid moments as they happen on the day itself, not just at set up or posed shots. We are trained professionals with years of experience who know how to get those amazing shots without being intrusive or ruining any surprises!

Alex is an Amazing, talented and professional photographer. He does amazing work and is super nice and creative! He helped coach us through many poses and is such a blast to be with! I would recommend him in the future to any of my friends and family planning events.
Kevin Z., 3 months ago
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Melissa Atle 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

After 10 years and over 200 weddings, I know how to fold into a large group of people, how to be there and make it feel like I'm not. I've been documenting weddings for nearly a decade and I love it even more now than when I started. My work is candid, emotional, and comfortable. I love to infuse editorial and documentary moments into my galleries, but mostly I just love to be able to photograph moments as they unfold.

It’s been a year since our wedding and I still look at the photos Melissa captured of us on a daily basis. When we were going through the painstaking process of planning and budgeting for our wedding, photos were at the top of my list in terms of their importance. Enter Melissa—we met a year and a half before our wedding day when she took our engagement photos and it was basically love at first sight. We felt so incredibly comfortable with her almost immediately and by the end of our session, we were bantering and joking around like old friends. Flash forward to our wedding day—not only did Melissa take gorgeous photos of our ceremony, first look, reception, etc, but she was a support system and that is something that is truly invaluable on one of the biggest days of your life. I can’t recommend her more.
Jessie + M., 4 years ago
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Severina Studios LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Merlin, OR

Hello Hello! I'm Eleanor Severina, but my friends call me El ! I am a Documentary Wedding Photographer Based in Minneapolis and NYC, but will travel wherever your love is. I specialize in documentary-style, artistic, and timeless wedding and portrait photography.

Ellen is an absolute gem to work with! Ellen has worked alongside of me as a photographer for multiple years now. There is nobody I trust more than her to deliver high-quality images and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Her creativity and personality is unmatched. She is professional, punctual, and takes initiative. Whether you are hiring Ellen for your wedding, elopement, or engagement photos, rest assured knowing you are picking the perfect photographer.
Emma Melin, 2 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Merlin, OR

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Merlin, OR?

A Merlin, OR wedding photographer ranges from $200 to $20,000 and averages at $2,600. 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?

91% of photographers in Merlin, OR 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 Merlin, OR?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, 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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