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Harvest Moon Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Hello!! I am Camille! I am passionate about preserving every moment from your special day - particularly those intimate moments of togetherness amid the crazy! ❤️ I am an introvert and more on the quiet side, but I can wrangle a crowd if I need to. 😉 If you like goofy comedies, folk and pop music, and loving people how Jesus does, we'll get along just perfectly! I accept everyone and take nothing too seriously! I prefer to capture everyone in sweet and candid looking moments rather than being traditionally posed but I do a bit of both! I would love to get to know you and your future spouse - just send me a message any time!

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Harvest Moon Photography was absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding day. From our first interaction, Camille was quick, responsive, and professional in her communication, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. Her creative and ethereal photography style captured the beauty of our special day in a way that felt truly magical. She worked so well with our dog too, even though he is a little camera shy!!! Camille made my husband and I feel so confident and comfortable the day of, and she kept everyone on the schedule we had worked together to create. Harvest Moon Photography has done an amazing job every time I've worked with them, and I would give them a 10/10 recommendation to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photographer.
Jess N., 8 months ago
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Sara Lou Vance, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $250
  • Offer

Hello, gorgeous! I'm Sara! When I'm not glamming up beautiful brides, I am a homeschooling military wife and mother of 7. With +10yrs of experience in bridal, portrait, and event makeup artisty, my goal is listen to every desire to achieve the look of your dreams.

Sara Lou Vance, LLC was the perfect choice for our wedding day beauty needs. From the very first interaction, their communication was timely, clear and friendly, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was simply wonderful - they took a vision I didn't even know I had and made it a reality, transforming me into my most beautiful self. Sara was truly invaluable, making our wedding day a one-in-a-lifetime special experience. As someone with little knowledge of makeup, I was blown away by how flawless and natural the final look was. I cannot recommend Sara Lou Vance, LLC highly enough for any couple's wedding beauty needs.
Vivian, 2 months ago
DeLine Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style

My excited, caring and spunky with a side of ‘hell yeah’ personality makes people feel comfortable, protected and loved. I meet people, hug them within seconds and it’s not awkward. Also, catch me slingin' jokes and dancing while I work or just on a Tuesday. I started my business three years ago, since then I've captured 102 weddings and over 200 couples, I can't image doing anything else! I’m married to Alex, love of my life, cat-doggy daddy, and muse. We fell in love after I called him a loser the moment we met. Since then we've lived in Hawaii, traveled the world and added two fur babies!

When you choose DeLine Photography, you're choosing a partner and friend, not a vendor! My wife and I are professional photographers and videographers, so the selection process wasn't taken lightly for our own wedding. Cat made the short list immediately and then after meeting with her, getting to know how professionally structured her and her team are, it was a no brainer. Oh, not to mention her style of photo taking and editing is natural. Like us. If the grass is green and the sky is blue, that is how they should appear on the final product. I digress... It's not just about the business portion, but also the personal interaction. Our engagement shoot was so freeing. So much so that we all shared a drink together and took time to understand we are actually similar people with similar interests, not just a business transaction. I had the pleasure of meeting Ashley, another member of her team, as the second shooter for our wedding day and I can say without a doubt, that those things we enjoyed so much about the engagement session with Cat are also present with Ashley. I have been the photog or videographer when the groom is getting ready and I learned things from Ashley that I will use to make the next groom I work with feel comfortable and natural. When Cat arrived on our wedding day, rocking a sick blue jumper, ready for comfort and functionality, I was immediately at ease. This is a person that knows what she needs to do to be at her best and recognizing that allowed me to turn my vendor brain off and just enjoy every second of our special day. Lastly, the delivery process of sneak peeks, a surprise video from our final dance and blog post has been top notch and has given my wife and I the ability to relive so many moments together and with friends and family, even before the gallery is sent. Our interactions with those family and friends have warmed our hearts because their words about how amazing their time was at our wedding, gets backed up by those moments captured for a lifetime. If you have made it this far and haven't booked Cat yet, this is me telling you to do it now! She isn't just a vendor, she's a friend! And who doesn't have room for one more friend to celebrate one of the biggest days of their life?
Joe H., 2 years ago
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Roadside Spirits Mobile Bar 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $500

Hi there! We’re the Clarkes, a husband-and-wife team with a shared passion for mixing up good times. Together, we own Roadside Spirits Mobile Bar, a mobile bartending service dedicated to bringing a fun and personalized experience to your wedding. With our combined love for hospitality and a knack for crafting the perfect cocktail, we make every event we attend one to remember.

Roadside Spirits Mobile Bar was absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Gabby and Kenny were so professional and friendly - they really made us feel at ease and confident that our bar service would be in good hands. And they more than delivered! Their bartenders were awesome, crafting delicious signature cocktails that perfectly matched my wife's vision for the day. But beyond just mixing great drinks, Gabby and Kenny went above and beyond, helping out with all sorts of little details and logistics that made our wedding day run so smoothly. They've clearly been in the industry for years and it shows in their knowledge and attention to every aspect of their work. We can't recommend Roadside Spirits enough - they were a true highlight of our special day!
Grant T., a year ago
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Lauren Ashlie Imagery 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000

Photography has always been my way of connecting with the world, but weddings hold a special place in my heart. There's something truly magical about experiencing every emotion of the day alongside the couple - the joy, the happy tears, the excitement, and even the quiet, heartfelt moments in between. Being entrusted to capture those emotions is an honor I don't take lightly. With each click of the shutter, I'm not just taking a photo - I'm preserving a piece of your story, one that you can cherish forever.

Lauren Ashlie Imagery provided amazing photography for our wedding day. Her communication was efficient, clear, and prompt throughout the entire process making it so easy to work with her. The quality of her work was incredible - the photos are so natural and detailed, capturing all the special moments beautifully. She also sent the sneak peak photos, along with the full portfolio, in a timely manner. Lauren was able to make me feel so relaxed and beautiful in front of the camera. I highly recommend Lauren Ashlie Imagery to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Anisia G., 2 years ago
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DJ Karizma Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

DJ Karizma Entertainment is a professional and interactive DJ and MC service originally from Belize (Central America/ Caribbean), currently serving weddings and special events throughout Virginia and beyond. They have been providing epic wedding entertainment services internationally since 2009 and have been based out of Virginia since the fall of 2017. Please reach out directly (remove spaces): www. karizma. bz | karizmabookings (at sign) gmail. com

Awarded Best of Zola
We chose DJ Karizma for our February wedding in Va Beach this year and first things first, his organization, communication and responsiveness were top tier. He had ceremony and reception worksheets, and song suggestions for us to review and complete which made it very easy to communicate all of our music preferences. He responded within a day or two to any questions that we had via email and text. We had a lot of expectations for our DJ such as the specific songs we chose for the ceremony, the grand entrances, reception and dance floor. We asked him to also add in some reggae vibes and all of his selections were a perfect fit for our guests. We needed his MC assistance with announcements for the audio guestbook and QR codes for the seating chart and disposable camera photo capture. He covered these announcements during cocktail hour as expected. He made sure all those that were giving a toast/speech were prepped and ready for their turn. He announced all of big moments such as the cake cutting, family dances, bouquet toss, garter toss..etc. He hosted our Photo Table Dash game and co-hosted our mini Newlywed game and his energy and enthusiasm were just what our celebration needed! We were impressed with him staying on top of everything we asked for. Our only disappointment was due to where the venue had the DJ set up (behind a curtain which obstructed his view) so our grand entrance music was cut short unexpectedly. We wish we would have communicated our expectation better with the venue as they were our day of coordinators and were supposed to be the DJ's "eyes." However, we would choose DJ Karizma again without hesitation for future events. Thank you so much DJ Karizma for making our wedding fun, hype and such a delight!!!!
Dawan & C., a year ago
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Married By Evan 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Thinking about having your good friend officiate your big day for you, but unsure of how they will do? Well what if your good friend was a professional with over 2,300 weddings under their belt? That's the best way to describe what we shoot for at MBE ... being the good friend that definitely knows what to do when the moment counts! Whether you plan to have an intimate elopement ceremony or if you've been working on your dream wedding for months, we'd love to help you make your day one to truly remember. Our goals are to help you decide exactly what you want to do on your big day and to do everything we can to make it come to life!

Awarded Best of Zola
One of the most complimented parts of our entire wedding day was our ceremony, and that’s all thanks to our incredible officiant, Evan. From the beginning, we knew we wanted a ceremony that felt meaningful and personal, and Evan delivered that and so much more. He met with us ahead of time, walked us through everything, and really took the time to understand our story. When the big day came, he absolutely nailed it. He shared our love story in such a heartfelt and light-hearted way, beautifully weaving in some of my favorite scripture. There was laughter, happy tears, and so much joy…he truly set the tone for the rest of the day, and helped calm my nerves more than he probably realized. To top it all off, Evan is a true jack of all trades, his company also offers bartending services! Right after the ceremony, he jumped behind the bar and kept the good vibes going. So many of our guests told us how much they enjoyed chatting with him and how great the service was. If you're looking for someone who can do it all,and do it with heart….Evan is your guy.
Sarah S., 9 months ago
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Signature DJs 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Signature DJs is owned and managed by Brandon Frazier. In creating Signature DJs, Brandon recruited a team of professional and experienced DJs and event planners available to meet and exceed all of your needs. During your initial consultation Brandon will match you with the best options based on your preferences and event type. We offer so many different options to personalize your wedding and make the experience unique for you and your guests. We have lighting, special effects, and even licensed pyrotechnicians on our team that can provide professional fireworks displays (both day and night) to show off your style with impact!

Awarded Best of Zola
It doesn’t get any better than Signature DJs. We booked Signature DJs for ceremony/reception music, Photo Booth, and uplighting. Brandon and Kellie were more than helpful during the wedding planning process. Signature DJs periodically sent me emails to remind me of anticipated steps to keep me on track. I had already booked my Day-Of Coordinators, but had I not I definitely would have booked Kellie! On the day of our wedding, Signature DJs arrived early and easily set up. Meredith with the photo booth was amazing! Our guests loved the customized photobooth strips! We are so glad that we booked Signature DJs because our wedding would not have been as perfect as it was without their services!
Michèle C., 2 years ago
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Glamorize Me by Prissy LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $520
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Hi! My name is Priscilla Britton. I have been a working HMUA since 2011, specializing in bridal and formal events! I am also a licensed esthetician! I attended Rudy and Kelly Academy, a Paul Mitchell partner school. I furthered my education by completing bridal styling / updo courses from the Bridal Beauty Salon by Lati, hairstyling course with Stephanie Brinkoff from Hair and Makeup by Steph, Heather Chapman online styling education, Kristina Gasperas Hair and Makeup Academy, hairstyling courses by Renee Marie Bridal Hairstyling Academy, hairstyling training with global educator Andreeva Nata. Esthetics at The Chrysm Institute.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have used Prissy for hire at 3 different events (wedding and 2 proms) and will continue to use her. She is professional, prompt, honest and well experienced artist.
Michelle V., 2 years ago
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Golden Anchor Wedding Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

Golden Anchor Wedding Co. is a wedding photo and video team dedicated to preserving your most meaningful moments with warmth, artistry, and intention. Inspired by the idea of an anchor—something steady, grounding, and timeless—we create imagery that feels the same: emotional, elegant, and designed to last a lifetime. Our goal is simple: to capture your love story in a way that feels real, beautiful, and uniquely yours, while giving you an effortless, enjoyable experience from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
Seeing my sister glowing with happiness again made me tear up instantly. I remember how proud I felt standing beside her. The photos capture that pride so sincerely. Nothing feels forced or unnatural. Every smile looks completely genuine. Watching it reminded me how special that day truly was. The love in every frame is undeniable. It felt intimate and personal all over again. I smiled through tears the entire time. I will always cherish these moments.
Danielle H., a month ago
AKBeautiful 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

AKBeautiful is a Luxury Makeup Artistry Service based in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Owner and Founder Alaina K. Hudson offers over seven years of experience in high-quality makeup applications for weddings, special events, and photoshoots.

Awarded Best of Zola
AKBeautiful was a pleasure to work with throughout my wedding process. They communicated with me every step of the way and were very attentive to all of my questions. The quality of their work was great, as they did an excellent job delivering exactly what I asked for. On the day of my wedding, AKBeautiful made me feel special and beautiful, which was so important to me. I would highly recommend their services to any couple planning their big day.
Genea C., a year ago
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Rohrback Studios LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We are here to capture your day authentically and beautifully as you have envisioned it through all of your planning. When the wedding is over and the flowers have wilted photos are the one thing you'll have to look back on to remember the best day of your life. It is important you have someone you fully trust with your memories and you can see as another friend at your wedding. My goals when working with you are to make your day as stress-free as possible, give you an amazing experience & deliver photos that make relive your day just as amazing as it was. Don't settle you deserve all three.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am obsessed with Tiffany! She photographed our destination elopement and easily was one of the highlights of our day. She was flexible, knowledgeable, and helped us plan out how we wanted our special day to go. When our initial plans were rained out, she was quick to assist with problem solving and just be down for the adventure which made the whole process stress-free. My husband and I have never been the types to be comfortable in front of the camera, but she made the session fun and the product is some truly stunning photographs. Since our elopement, Tiffany has become our go-to photographer. She has done couples, maternity, and family portraits for various loved ones and is always a pleasure to work with. She’s great at working with everyone from the oldest to the youngest of our family, the most stoic to the most rambunctious. She’s amazing at digging out those authentic smiles and making you feel at ease. She’s professional, creative, and just a genuinely kind human. I recommend her to everyone.
Marissa N., a year ago
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Your Event, Your Way Catering & More LLC 
Rating: 4.2 (13 reviews)
  • Caterer
  • Starts at $50
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

As a small, woman, and veteran-owned business, we bring a unique perspective and passion to everything we do. We specialize in creating personalized, one-of-a-kind experiences that reflect your individual style and vision. From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, our team is committed to delivering exceptional service and attention to detail. Let us bring our expertise and creativity to your next event and make it an unforgettable occasion.

Stacy and her daughter were amazing! The food was delicious and the cake was infamous! They helped set up the tables with my centerpieces while we were getting ready, had an amazing presentation and kept everything well stocked. The chocolate fountain was a huge hit with the kiddos! We will definitely use them again in the future!
Rhawnie N., 10 months ago
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The Gala 417 
Rating: 4.9 (11 reviews)
Virginia Beach, VA
  • Venue
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $8,000

The Gala 417 is Virginia's top rated luxury Wedding and Private Events Venue! Surrounded by water on Long Bay Pointe Boating Resort, our 10,000 square foot venue is a destination wedding hot spot for couples from all around the world. Our All-Inclusive structure takes all the stress out of wedding planning and allows planning to become an easy and fun experience. From the crystal, sparkling chandeliers to the while polished marble tile- the entire venue is dripping is elegance. Modern touches throughout like our built-in boxwood feature walls, marble bars with built-in lighting, and floor-to-ceiling windows blend together to create the perfect opportunity for customization and personal details that stand out. See our site menu options for transparent pricing, packages, available dates, tour times and more! Now booking dates for 2026-2028! It is an honor to be a part of each and every Wedding held here at The Gala 417. We are dedicated to perfection for every event we host.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Has a glamorous vibe
  • Bridal suite on site

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
We recently got married at Gala 417, and the entire experience was fantastic! The venue is absolutely breathtaking, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about how stunning everything was. Working with the Gala 417 team, especially Sarah and Lyndsey, made the planning process enjoyable and stress-free. They were incredibly responsive and attentive, always quick to answer questions and ensure that our wedding day vision came to life in a way that felt uniquely ours. Lyndsey, our day-of coordinator, was amazing! She handled everything flawlessly throughout the morning and early afternoon, and we truly appreciated how well-organized and professional she was. Even though there were a couple of small bumps after her departure, such as the DJ needing a reminder for speeches, and a few of our selected beer options running out earlier than expected, the staff still managed to keep everything running smoothly. To future brides, I would recommend clearly emphasizing any specific beverage preferences during your catering and blueprint meetings if you or your guests have favorites to avoid any disappointments. We were especially excited about the food after trying it at our catering meeting—it was delicious, and we even bragged to our guests about it! However, on the day of the wedding, the food served was bland and inconsistently prepared. We had requested steaks to be cooked medium, but after the fact, many of our guests shared that their filets ranged from rare to well-done, with some even mentioning gristle or fat in the cut—which shouldn’t happen with a filet. This was a bit disappointing, especially considering how much we were looking forward to the meal. Overall, Gala 417 went above and beyond to make our wedding day truly unforgettable. We would absolutely recommend this venue to future couples—between the gorgeous space and the dedication of the staff, our wedding was everything we dreamed of and more. We are so grateful to the entire Gala 417 team for making our day so special!
Dana C., a year ago
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Moments for Life Visuals 
Rating: 4.9 (11 reviews)
  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We began Moments for Life in 2021 with a simple goal, to give other couples the same gift we gave ourselves, the ability to relive their most important moments. With backgrounds rooted in storytelling, Bryauna studied broadcast at VCU and spent years creating and editing content, while Jamar built a strong presence as a video-focused content creator.

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved working with Bryauna and Jamar at Moments for Life Visuals. From booking our initial consultation to giving updates on wedding timelines to following up post wedding, they were responsive and easy to get in touch with. Jamar showed up right on time on our wedding day and we felt really comfortable with him around. He managed to capture the entire vibe of the day from the big moments to the little details. We were really on the fence about whether or not the cost of a videographer would be worth it since we already booked a photographer. Moments for Life had packages that fit with our budget and we’re so glad we booked them. Photos are great, but the videos we got are so full of life and are truly magical. If you’re on the fence about hiring a videographer - DO IT! We also really appreciated that Moments for Life gave us the raw footage of our ceremony, reception speeches, dancing, and cake cutting.
Christina W., 4 months ago
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Mike Yates, Steel Drums 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I am an instrumental performer specializing in Latin percussion, including steel drums. Each performance is shaped by the client’s input to create the ideal atmosphere and meet their expectations. My goal is to set a relaxed, welcoming mood that allows couples and their guests to fully enjoy the experience.

Mike brought such a joyful, uplifting energy to our celebration. His music instantly put everyone at ease—guests were smiling, tapping their feet, and genuinely enjoying the moment. The vibe was the perfect balance of relaxed and lively, creating a stress-free atmosphere while still keeping things fun and engaging. It added so much to the overall feel of the day and made the celebration feel effortlessly special.
Shoshana C., 3 months ago
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Boardwalk Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Boardwalk Entertainment is led by Shawn Cox, a Hampton Roads wedding DJ with a deep background in live events and wedding entertainment. Founded in 2009 as Boardwalk Photo Booth Company, Boardwalk has grown into a full-service experience offering award-winning DJ services, vintage and modern photo booths, and wireless venue uplighting. Couples love Shawn’s ability to read the room and keep the night flowing naturally, while guests line up for photo booths that deliver truly frame-worthy photos. Proudly family-run and hands-on, Shawn, his wife Carolyn, and a small circle of trusted friends personally run every event with care and attention.

Awarded Best of Zola
SHAWN, my dude! If you are looking for someone that can start the party at your event and can capture all the moments to live on with your friends/family- look no further!! I’ve known Shawn for three years now and he is so committed to making sure people have fun and get their party on! He is an incredible DJ and his team for the Photobooth is fantastic!! He and his team are incredible to work with and the process of getting everything ready for the wedding was a breeze. So thankful you all were there for our day last weekend. Make sure to give DJ Shawn Cox of Boardwalk Photo Booth Company a shot because not only is it a one stop shop, they truly care about your event and making sure it goes how you want.
Allie F., a year ago
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Dream Team Events 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Our mission is simple, to provide your magical day with amazing memories that will last you a lifetime. From every moment of planning with us in our consultations, to your ceremony where we provide the best sound system as the bride walks to her future husband, and all the way to each song requests that you desire to be planned throughout the night. Your dance party will be a fist pumping, top of the lungs singing, crowd-surfing, and dancing all night type of party!

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Josh was great from beginning to end. We meet with DJ Josh a few weeks before our wedding to talk about our song selections. On wedding day he had all of it covered. Our wedding guests loved him and wanted the party to keep going!
Haylee, 6 months ago
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Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We're Jim & Dakotah - a Virginia Beach-based husband and wife photographer/videographer duo serving the entire US East Coast. We specialize in delivering elevated-edgy imagery to wedding couples that seek something a little more dramatic and polished.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video was the perfect choice for our wedding photography and videography. From the beginning, their communication was consistently thorough and intentional, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was simply superb - their timeless, exquisite, and heart-felt images have allowed us to relive our special day over and over again. Dakotah and her team brought such wonderful energy and creativity to our NYE wedding, seamlessly coordinating with our other vendors to keep the timeline on track. One of the most important elements of our wedding was the photography and videography, and Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video totally delivered on that expectation, capturing captivating memories we will cherish forever.
The R., 2 months ago
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Hope Hoggard Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I'm a Virginia based wedding photographer with a love for capturing your day in a way that feels most authentic to YOU. My experience with having my own COVID wedding has led me to appreciate all kinds of weddings, big and small. ◡̈ Virginia born and raised, I met my husband in middle school and we chose to be by each others' sides forever back in 2020! We are building a family and a life we love in Hampton, VA, but are always ready to go. He's my right hand man and will probably tag along every so often!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we met Hope, we knew she was the perfect photographer to capture our wedding day. Her communication style was incredibly responsive, upbeat, and comforting, which was so valuable during the stressful wedding planning process. Hope took the time to thoroughly understand our preferences and vision, then brought them to life with her high-quality, artistic photography. On the day of the wedding, Hope's calm presence was a welcome respite from the chaos, and she expertly captured all the special moments that made our celebration so unique and meaningful. We are thrilled with the final photos and would highly recommend Hope Hoggard Photo to any couple looking for an amazing wedding photography experience.
Megha P., a year ago
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Kaytlyn Rei Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Welcome to Kaytlyn Rei Photography, where we transform your wedding moments into timeless works of art. Based in Richmond, VA, we specialize in fine art wedding photography, seamlessly merging editorial elegance with documentary authenticity to capture the true essence of your special day. Our approach is designed to create a visual story that reflects your unique love journey. With meticulous attention to detail and a passion for artistic expression, we ensure that every moment, from tender glances to joyous celebrations, is beautifully preserved.

Awarded Best of Zola
As both a bride and a former wedding coordinator, I can’t recommend Kaytlyn enough! From the very beginning, she was a dream to work with — professional, responsive, and so easygoing. We first worked with her for our engagement session, and the results were absolutely stunning — she captured us so naturally and beautifully that we knew instantly she was the perfect choice for our wedding. On a personal note, I also booked a boudoir session with her as a surprise for my husband on our wedding day. She made me feel completely comfortable in a very vulnerable setting, and within minutes I was totally at ease. The results were elegant, empowering, and something I will treasure forever. On the wedding day itself, she blended seamlessly into the flow of events, capturing everything without ever feeling intrusive. Having worked with many photographers in my coordinator role, I can say her professionalism and ability to connect with her clients is truly exceptional. She has that rare combination of talent, warmth, and efficiency that every bride dreams of in a wedding vendor. If you’re a bride looking for a photographer who will make you feel comfortable, capture your day beautifully, and handle everything with professionalism, look no further — Kaytlyn is the one!
Lauren, 8 months ago
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In Bloom Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

In Bloom is a family owned and operated design firm providing modern florals for weddings and events in Hampton Roads and Richmond Virginia. Being a small, boutique studio, we are able to give personalized attention to each client and we take pride in providing phenomenal customer service and helpful advice.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shelly was absolutely wonderful to work with!! Her communication was clear and timely from start to finish, and she really listened to what I wanted. The flowers were gorgeous — fresh, healthy, and exactly what I pictured! She brought my vision to life perfectly and made the whole process stress-free. Her pricing is also very fair for the quality and care she provides. I highly recommend Shelly to anyone looking for a talented and reliable wedding florist!
Tristen, 6 months ago
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E and E Special Events (DJ & Live Music) 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We Specialize in Exceptional DJ Services, Hybrid Live Music, and Lighting for Your Special Event! Based in Virginia Beach, we delight in creating fun and memorable experiences for you and your guests. Look no further for specialized and professional DJ Services! From planning your party, our DJ and Live Music services will be just what you need to have an event that is fun, memorable and musical!

Every event needs Ezra!!! We could not have imagined our wedding without him! He was so great to work with throughout the whole process, really tailoring each aspect of entertainment to exactly what we were looking for. He is an absolute master when it comes to all things music! We had the sax/guitar duet for cocktail hour and sax/dj combo for the reception. Our guests are still raving about how great he was. Our main request for Ezra was we wanted the dance floor packed all night and that's exactly what we got!! He makes the process so easy and was available for anything we may have needed. With submitting only a few songs/vibes that we wanted, he was able to create an amazing playlist that matched exactly what we were looking for. We cannot thank Ezra enough for his part in our special day! We cannot recommend him enough!!
Emma M., 5 months ago
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Arcadia Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

PLEASE REACH OUT DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE. You’ve always done things differently - lived your life with intention. Now that you’re getting married, you want your wedding to be aligned with your values too! Arcadia Collective is a Virginia based team specializing in eco-friendly weddings. With over ten years of experience to their names, these planners create stunning weddings while reducing unnecessary waste in the process.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot imagine our day without the CRC team! We utilized coordination services for the last 4 months and I am SO thankful we had this incredible team. Jenna was always quick to respond and anticipated our needs. Jenna had a form to organize all of our thoughts and worked out the details to mean fewer vendor meetings on our end. She worked seamlessly with our vendors who continuously complimented her to my husband and I. Our guests have told us it was the most organized wedding they have ever been to! This team is clearly full of incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and, most importantly, kindhearted people who made it clear they were there for us and excited for us! Any fires that may have happened, Jenna put out without me even knowing. I would recommend this company to every single newly engaged couple (especially those of you considering not hiring a coordinator -- trust me, you need them!).
Amy D., a year ago
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Pick A Bloom-Preserved & Dried Florist-Shipped Nationwide 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Pick a Bloom was founded on love and laughter in small-town Surry, Virginia by us, a mother daughter duo, who wanted to see our vision of fresh flower alternatives bloom to life. We work primarily with 100% REAL preserved and dried flowers and foliage.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy with the way out flowers turned out for our wedding day. Paula and Samatha were such a joy to work with! We sent them our color pallet and ideas, which they were able to replicate and make it our own unique array of flowers. They provided great service with sending samples of their dried/preserved flowers and also a flower swap that we had to do. Would recommend for you occasion!
Tayler S., 2 years ago
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Mak's Captured Moments LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We are a Husband and Wife Photography & Videography team. Based in the Hampton Roads Area but willing to travel anywhere. We prioritize creating a gallery and film that captures raw emotions and tells a story that revolves around your love.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have used Mak for years and she has captured every special moment I have encountered! Mak radiates positivity and excitement with every session! Every session I have had with Mak, I have always felt comfortable and confident. I always receive my images quickly and they are ALWAYS beyond perfect! Mak will be my photographer for my wedding in 2025 and I am beyond excited for her to capture my big day! I would not use or recommend another photographer!
Carson, 2 years ago

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