The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Rutherfordton, NC

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Rutherfordton, NC

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192 Wedding Photographers in Rutherfordton, NC

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Chasing Stars Media, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Hey! We’re Dylan & Esteban – a photography and videography team with big hearts, a little nerdy edge, and a love for capturing life’s real moments. Based here in Georgia, we’ve shaped our business to reflect who we are: genuine, down-to-earth, and passionate about creating an experience that feels like you. Whether it’s a intimate wedding, an elopement, or a session for just the two of you, we’re here to capture your love story in a way that’s fun and true to who you are.

Chasing Stars Media, LLC is amazing at capturing the most Beautiful moments! I highly recommend them for their incredible photography and professionalism.
Wendy, a year ago
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Helen Joy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

As a long time wedding and elopement photographer, I am passionate about my couples enjoying and being present on their wedding day. I take only a handful of wedding clients a year so that I stay fresh and excited. I usually shoot about 30% classic portraiture and 70% lifestyle/photo documentary. I like to tell the story through movement and candid photos, while also taking time to create striking and timeless portraits. I edit all my photos in black and white and color, with a film finish.

I loved working with Helen Joy, and I highly recommend her for any event. Her wedding photography was lovely, she did a great job getting the ‘formal’ portraits of family and the bridal party. But my favorite pictures were the candid moments I didn’t think to capture, she has an eye for special moments that I didn’t recognize at the time but are now my favorite pictures.
Madison, 9 months ago
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Shack Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
  • Offer

Welcome to a space where your narrative unfolds in a cinematic and nostalgic light. Where we get to capture visuals that speak to the very core of the soul. Our work goes way past photography and offers you an immersive experience. We delve beyond the surface into who you are and into the very heart behind yall's story.

Awarded Best of Zola
We easily chose Shack Photo and Film for our wedding day. Their communication style was open, continuous, kind, and mindful throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was superior, first-rate, excellent, and of the highest quality - truly exemplary. They captured our wedding day beautifully on both video and photography, and made my husband, who is not a fan of photos, feel so comfortable. Their documentary style allowed us to revisit the genuine, authentic moments that we will forever hold dearly. We are so grateful to Shack Photo and Film for helping to make our special day perfect.
Tristyn A., 2 months ago
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Karena Schroeder Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Welcome! My name is Karena, I'm the founder and creative engine here at Karena Schroeder Photography. I absolutely love what I do - learning about you and then photographing such a special day means so much to me. I put 110% into every wedding I photograph to make it as organized and stress-free as possible. Whether you're having a huge wedding here in the triad area, eloping in the mountains, or having a destination wedding - I will be the best third-wheel you can find!

Karena is hands down the best wedding photographer ever. She made our day so fun and not stressful at all! She was SO easy to work with and our photos are stunning. I get SO many compliments on our photos because of her. If you’re looking for a photographer, Karena is the perfect choice. She captured our day perfectly and turned it into timeless images that we will cherish forever.
Ashley B., 3 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

We used Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. for our wedding and engagement photos, and they were amazing from start to finish. Their communication was clear, helpful, and enthusiastic throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was efficient, stunning, and highly personalized to our style. They sent us multiple photographer options to choose from, and we went with Sabatani, who captured every moment of our special day beautifully. OLAS also helped us create a detailed day-of timeline to ensure everything ran smoothly. We're thrilled with the photos and couldn't have asked for a better photography experience for our wedding.
Chelsea C., 9 days ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
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We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 90+ weddings booked in 29 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Ledd Lens LLC provided exceptional photography and videography services for our wedding. From start to finish, their communication was clear, prompt, and stress-free. On the big day, the photographers and videographers blended seamlessly to capture all of the special moments without ever feeling intrusive. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos and a wedding video that far exceeded our expectations in capturing the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ledd Lens more highly for any couple looking to preserve beautiful memories of their wedding through top-notch photography and videography.
Lisset M., 4 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
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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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Kylie Hinson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Our philosophy is pretty simple: tell the most amazing love stories through photographs that capture true love, real emotion and beautiful moments. As your photography team, our job is to tell your love story the way that it unfolds. We believe in preserving the moment with artistry and authenticity. We want your photographs to be timeless and beautiful. From the big moments to the subtle details, we give each element equal attention and care. If it matters to you, it’s important to us, and that commitment will shine through in every image.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kylie and her team were awesome! They really captured our day the way we wanted with some touch’s of their. Communication and planning was super easy. If we ever had questions or concerns we had an answer promptly. We can’t wait to get the full album.
Jessica L., 5 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

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
Holly Castillo Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the beginning, Holly's communication was quick and easy, making the planning process stress-free. On the day of the wedding, she was very laid back and intuitive, seamlessly capturing all the special moments without us even noticing she was there. Holly's expertise and talent were evident in the stunning photos she delivered - we were blown away by how beautifully she documented our day. We loved working with Holly so much that we've continued to use her for our yearly family photos ever since, and wouldn't want anyone else to capture these memories for us.
Tori and J., 3 months ago
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Sarah Coates Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
  • Offer

I’m based in Charlotte, NC, but always ready for an adventure. My goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, so your true personality shines through. Whether it’s a cozy hometown celebration or an epic destination elopement, I’m here to make sure your photos feel as natural and magical as the day itself. Let’s make some unforgettable memories together!

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I eloped and we reached out to Sarah for our pictures to be taken. She was extremely kind and flexible about our times and waited for us even though we were late. We loved working with Sarah and already recommended her to several of our friends!
Hannah & J., 5 months ago
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Carly Adalyn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

I’m a Greenville, SC based wedding & elopement photographer. Documenting the madly in love, fun and adventurous couples, wherever your love story may take me. I want my photos to artfully tell this important chapter of your story. My work embodies the real, the candid and the authentic. My passion lies in creating images inspired by the love between you two and the details of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Carly is a boss photographer! She did our engagement pictures and our wedding pictures and we have been amazed by her work! She’s the sweetest and most fun, and really just a blast to work with! We plan on using her for all of our big life events️
Taylor O., 6 months ago
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BTP Media Group 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

I’m Barry Daley, a photographer and videographer with a passion for capturing life’s most unforgettable moments. For over a decade, I’ve been honored to document weddings and milestones, preserving the heartfelt details that make each story unique. With me, you’re not just a client—your memories mean as much to me as they do to you. I’m here to make you feel at ease, capturing the real, beautiful moments that tell your story. My goal is simple: to create lasting images and films that, years from now, bring back every emotion of your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Barry is one of best photographers I know. The level of professionalism is top notch. He’s on time, creative and very dependable. I highly recommend him.
Shelby , a year ago
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Joey Wallace Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

My name is Joey, and I am the creative director and lead wedding photographer at Joey Wallace Photography. With much hard work, we have acquired a unique skill-set and in-depth knowledge that earned us the place we’re in today as Atlanta’s top wedding photographers and videographers. We're thankful to have the luxury of owning a wide range of cutting edge wedding photography equipment, and with the backing of some of the most talented wedding photographers in the Atlanta area, we can confidently document every important moment of your all-day luxurious ballroom celebration or 3-day colorful South Asian and Indian wedding parade.

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Where to start?! Joey and his team are incredible--words cannot do them justice. Besides getting married, Joey was one of my favorite parts of our wedding day. He is amazing at directing and making you feel comfortable. His communication is impeccable. We feel truly blessed to have had Joey be a part of our day and for helping us create (and capture) amazing memories with all our favorite people in one place.
Brittney T., 14 days ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Hi, I'm McKenna! The person behind the camera and a hopeless romantic. I describe my photography style as candid, romantic, and timeless. My goal is to make a human connection with all my clients and deliver images that you'll love forever. I started 1828 Collective in 2016 after I realized that capturing relationships and telling love stories was my passion. Four years later I'm so in love with my job that I often forget I'm working. I find joy in capturing love, hearing about how you met, and everything in between.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have had the pleasure of knowing McKenna for a few years. She has been a critical part in capturing my ever changing life, and I would not want it any other way! Any one in search of a professional photographer who captures every sweet moment all while being a center for calmness in chaos, this is your girl!!!
Allie, 2 years ago
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Carson Lillard Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Hi, I’m Carson. I am based in Columbia, SC! I have loved photography since I was a kid, but I always wanted to share the joy with others. That’s why I love wedding & elopement photography so much. Not only do I enjoy it, but I also get to see the happiness it brings to so many couples. Your wedding or elopement should be your ‘dream day’ and I am here to help you plan it, guide, and get some amazing photos! I would love to be there for you on your journey, whether you are going a more traditional route, or want something totally unique, creative, or adventurous!

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our wedding! From the very beginning, Carson was incredibly professional and attentive, ensuring she understood all the shots we wanted. She even provided an extra shooter on the big day to make sure every moment was captured perfectly. Her sweet and warm personality made the whole experience so enjoyable. We were a bit nervous in front of the camera, but Carson made us feel so comfortable, even playing music and attending to all the little details to ensure we looked and felt our best. She also did our engagement shoot and delivered the most stunning pictures. If you want someone who will go above and beyond to get the perfect photos, Carson is your photographer. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and reliable photographer. Thank you, Carson, for making our special day unforgettable!
Haili B, 5 months ago
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Evan Taylor Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

We are photographers for hire with a love for candid moments and a modern, fine art aesthetic. Evan is your point person and lead photographer. He has been shooting weddings, portraits, and brand work for over 6 years. Gabrielle’s background lies in visual arts and theatre, and comes well into play during creative decision making. Her attention to detail and eye for beauty is unmatched. We look forward to partnering with you to create and capture, whatever the story.

Evan took our vision and ran with it, creating the most beautiful images and capturing everything with such an impressive artistic eye. He cares so much about his craft that he even threw in film and polaroid shots (something we REALLY wanted, but it was not in the budget). My husband doesn't love being in front of the camera, but he has never felt more at ease. Evan is not only endlessly talented as a photographer, but he's a wonderful mix of professional and cool, calm, and collected. If you want images that are unique, beautiful, and made with great care, go with Evan Taylor Studio :)
Cadyn, 5 months ago
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Moments with Meg Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
  • Offer

My name's Megan, but my friends call me Meg. Lover of sunshine, tacos, puppies and country music. A mom of three, wife to my goober of a husband, project manager by day, and the photographer that is going to convince you how important it is to invest in capturing life’s sweetest moments. Heads up, we will be friends! I know the value of memories that photographs carry, so I am all in with you from the beginning.

Awarded Best of Zola
One of our headline DJs, Jordan (Aka: DJ Showout), had the pleasure of working with Megan at Jon and Nafeesha's wedding on May 12th, 2024, it was fantastic! Her communication, attention to detail, ability to capture perfect moments, and friendly presence made the day even better. The photos are absolutely STUNNING, and we have only seen the sneak peeks!! I am beyond excited to see how the full gallery comes out! I highly recommend Megan for your wedding and look forward to working with her again!
Fusion Sound and Lighting, 6 months ago
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Journeys Photography 941 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
  • Offer

A ONCE IN A LIFETIME CELEBRATION DESERVES A ONCE ON A LIFETIME PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERINCE. I specialize in the business of romance, capturing moments that you value, the moments you though you never needed, and over delivering on customer service.

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As a wedding officiant, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with King on a beach destination (the couple are Canadians) wedding. It was a crazy, blustery day on the beach but King was a total pro, taking time before the ceremony, to go over my normal movements and special moments that the couple had planned. Afterwards, he even prepared - less than a week later - a small gallery of ceremony moments just for me, emailing me a link and permission to use. The photos were fabulous! I had taken a few with my iPhone - and while I knew his would be better, his totally blew me away. I can't wait to work with Journeys Photography 941 again!
Marry You I Do, a year ago
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Amy Weits Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Hey there! John & Amy here, the husband and wife team behind the cameras. We’re both adventurers, daydreamers, and you guessed it wildly in love. Fun fact, we’re actually highschool sweethearts and have been together for 10+ years. We are currently based in NC and are transitioning to WA in 2022. We love to travel and are down to adventure throughout the US & Beyond. We both have a heart for exploration and love working with couples who share this adventurous spirit. Genuine smiles, hearty laughs, spontaneous adventures, that’s what we’re all about.

Awarded Best of Zola
Amy photographer our wedding a few weeks ago and was INCREDIBLE to work with. Super responsive and her work is beautiful! We had preview pictures in our email the very next day! Would highly recommend Amy
Mary G., 2 years ago
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Brittany Tuttle Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

We're a husband wife DUO, combining our love for emotive and documentary-style photos and efficiency to get you to the dance floor fast! We are laid back and love to have fun while maintaining professionalism.

I cannot recommend Brittany enough for your photography needs. Brittany worked with my husband and I for both an engagement shoot and took pictures for us at our wedding. Brittany is detail-oriented and so passionate in her work. She has a knack for not only capturing beautiful photos but special unplanned moments. We immediately felt comfortable around her and enjoyed every moment. She goes above and beyond for her clients and we could not be more thankful for her involvement on our special day and for capturing special memories!
Kelsey, 6 months ago
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Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
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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 Rutherfordton, NC
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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

I hired Caz and Sheldon because I fell in love with their photos. I was absolutely STUNNED when I got them back. Seeing others in their pics was one thing, but him capturing my big day and seeing them, I can’t thank them enough. Once on a lifetime events need to be captured by someone who can bring out the emotions and feelings in that day for years to come and he is the one who can do it. They were always responsive, super friendly and made my day go so much smoother. I don’t consider them just photographers, but also my friends now. Thank you so much, if Caz is available BOOK HIM right away. The best day ever thanks!
Imani, 7 months ago
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Candy Nogales Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

*PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE TO SUBMIT A CONTACT FORM AT WWW.CANDYNOGALES.COM.* MY WEBSITE IS UNDER MY PHOTO ON MY ZOLA PAGE. Hi, I'm Candy! I love capturing all of the raw, beautiful moments as they naturally unfold on your wedding day. Candids are some of my favorite photos! Don't worry; I will most definitely get those posed family photos as well, but for most of the day, I'm there to document it all as it naturally happens. I would love to chat with you more about your wedding plans and how I can be a part of documenting it!

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From the moment we first reached out to Candy, her communication was consistently professional and personable. Candy herself was so kind and patient with us throughout the entire process, never making us feel rushed during our photo sessions. The quality of her work is truly amazing - the photos are elegant and vibrant, perfectly capturing all the special moments of our wedding day. Candy has an incredible eye for detail and we are thrilled with how the photos turned out. We couldn't have asked for a better photography experience and highly recommend Candy Nogales Photography to any couple planning their wedding.
Nichole W., 2 months ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

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., a month ago
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Willow + Rove Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

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 Rutherfordton, NC

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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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Digital Perception Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Hey I'm Andrew, I am the owner of Digital Perception Media LLC. I am an FAA licensed Drone pilot as well as lead Photographer & Videographer! I work closely with my couples to understand their unique vision and preferences. I tailor my services to match their style and requirements, ensuring that each wedding video or photos reflects my couples personalities and love story. I understand that wedding planning can be stressful, which is why I strive to make the Videography & Photography process as fun and stress-free as possible.

We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding! Andrew's candid and documentary style perfectly captured the real, unscripted moments of our day, bringing out the joy and love in every shot. He also came prepared with a plan that kept everything on time, which allowed us to relax and focus on the celebration. We’ll cherish these photos forever, thanks to his professionalism and creative eye. Highly recommend him to anyone wanting a beautifully captured, authentic wedding day!
Jennifer, 23 days ago
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Focus on the Moment 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,640
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
  • Offer

Hey there, I'm Elena! I’m a wedding and engagement photographer based in Bristol, VA/TN serving clients across Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. While my heart is in the Southeast, I'm always ready to pack my bags and capture your love story wherever it takes you across the country. My shooting style is relaxed, playful, and evocative. I value connection, authenticity, and true colors. I help couples who love candid shots and cherish raw emotions! Before becoming a wedding photographer, I spent a decade as a travel reporter. This shaped my photojournalistic and observant approach. I absolutely LOVE hunting for the ideal moment!

Elena did a wonderful job capturing the pictures we wanted at our wedding. She was efficient. My husband and I did not want to spend a ton of time taking posed photos and wanted her to capture us dancing and living in the moment, and she did just that. We got wonderful pictures of us posing and of us dancing. Definitely recommend her!!
Kate G., 4 months ago
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Madison Leigh Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC
  • Offer

Madison Leigh Photography was created in 2020, the mist of a pandemic. For two years they worked hard to create their business, capturing love stories all over! They thrive on connections and their goal is to capture candid moments and authentic emotions. They want to make sure they your love story is captured through every walk of life. Madison Leigh Photography works with couples to ensure that each part of their Wedding day and the Wedding Process is captured to showcase the couple and their love beautifully.

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We found Madison because she was an Alumni from same school, UCF, as me. We booked her to do an engagement shoot (an hour outside of Orlando) and our photos turned out absolutely amazing. From that one interaction with her, it really felt like we knew her our whole lives. She is super nice, personable, and made us feel very comfortable right away. She also had so much knowledge about the area, and any questions that we had regarding the shoot. She planned and timed everything out so that we could get photos at one location, and then sunset photos by the beach 30 min away. And then when we were looking for photographers for our wedding (in Philadelphia), it was a no-brainer that we wanted to book her again to capture our big day. She came halfway up the coast and played a large role in making our day perfect. We planned the photography from 1000 miles away, and she was really communicative and helpful about the picture planning, and also just wedding planning in general. We ran into a timing issue with how the day was going to work out before the ceremony, and she helped us navigate that, and she worked to keep us on track throughout the night for the different photos that we wanted. She knew what to do & what not to do in the Church. She also worked well alongside our videographer. Ultimately, we are very happy with our experience with Madison, and the wedding photos she took turned out absolutely amazing.
Emily & B., 2 months ago
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Juan and Emily 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Soon after Juan and Emily got married in 2018 Juan began his photography career as a light technician in LA. Juan studied journalism for his undergrad, and this is when he was gifted his first camera and his interest in photography was sparked. Emily's childhood dream was to be a photographer, and after working for years as an ICU nurse she is able to do just that alongside Juan. We are energized by the creativity that photography brings, and the light and joy we experience from meeting couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
So incredibly impressed with Juan. He was calm and composed from the very first moment. He knew exactly what to do and for an overstimulated bride, it was exactly what I needed. The pictures came out absolutely beautiful and not just your generic everyday photos…they tell a beautiful story.
Martin & A., 3 years ago
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Eye of the World Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

My name is Ashton. I am an intimate wedding and couple's photographer. I have a passion for nature, raw emotion and telling stories. These are only just a few reasons why I want to go on an adventure with you and your partner on your special day. I love to take a candid approach to photography. With this approach I can portray the true connection between you and your partner, resulting in photos you will cherish forever. I have been photographing people for 10 years and have truly found my place in photographing couples. Let's make magic happen!

Awarded Best of Zola
As a photographer myself, it's not usually easy for me to be in front of the camera but Ashton showed up with a friendly demeanor and talked me through the process which made me so comfortable having my photo taken. This shows in the photos I received from her - fully-edited and beautiful!! I feel like I made a friend right away meeting Ashton and would recommender for anyone looking for photos!
Morgan, 3 years ago
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The Narrative Weddings (Photo + Video) 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,800
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

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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Jessica Merithew Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

I love being a wedding photographer in Asheville. Spending time with couples one on one to develop a personal connection and make them feel comfortable is what I love! I want everyone to feel like they are in their comfortable and natural environment when they are with me. Capturing people’s natural emotions and connections with those they love is why we take photographs, right? So let’s get comfortable and make the process stress free! When you hire me you get me. I will always be the person that you work with, from the first email, through your future sessions. No outsourcing photographers here!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jessica Merithew Photography did a fantastic job and we would absolutely use her again. She knew exactly what to say to help everyone feel relaxed and I appreciated her prompt communication throughout the planning, big day, and afterward. She even sent us a premarital & 1 year anniversary gift. Book her today - you won’t regret it!
Jessy and M., 3 years ago
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Sarah Dooley Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Two small town photographers that absolutely love, love! We are a couple in Western North Carolina that enjoy the small things in life, like spending time with our dogs and hiking out into the middle of nowhere. In the summer time you'll probably find us out on the lake, or in our garden with our chickens running around. In the spring and fall we love going on hikes to see new waterfalls and mountain views!

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I recently got dressed back up for our anniversary in Jackson Hole, WY and Sarah shot our anniversary session. We couldn't be any happier with the photos, and the overall experience. Even with it being 11 degrees out, Sarah was positive, fun, and flexible with our needs. She's a breath of fresh air with her attitude, and the photos speak for themselves, we love them! If you're looking for a photographer for your wedding or elopement, or any occasion, you definitely need to check out Sarah, I'm so happy we did! PS her turnaround time was excellent!
Joe M., 4 years ago
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MTD Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Hi, my name is Maria Davis! I am a documentary style photographer capturing love stories on both film and digital. I am a homegrown and local Winston-Salem, NC girl with a second location in Boston, MA. This combination of locations allows me to easily serve all up and down the upper east coast, but I am always ready to hop on a flight(: Visit my website to see a little more about me, my work, and how I can help you make your wedding day visions real!

Maria was the best photographer for our wedding! We chose her for her bright and vibrant style of photos and we couldn’t be more happy with our decision. My husband and I are not big picture takers and are not the most comfortable in front of the camera but Maria was the best person to walk us through the steps. We first met her for our engagement photos and she made the process so much fun. We all laughed so much and it made my husband and I that much more excited for our wedding! On the day of our wedding, Maria was energetic and welcoming to everyone. She gave clear directions and made sure everyone was comfortable. She sent us the perfect sneak peak photos as well. We got a few couple, bridal party, and detail pictures. I love how we got a sneak peak of the whole day and we cannot wait to the rest!
Lindsay H., 6 months ago
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Natural Images Photo Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

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
I highly recommend Natural Images. They did amazing work, extremely professional and high quality photos. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer and videographer!
Bryce and T., a year ago
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Moira Grace Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

Hello Friends, my name is Moira and I'm a professional portrait and wedding photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina although I'm available for travel and love meeting new people everywhere! I'm super passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid, and timeless moments. I'm there to capture the joy, laughter, beauty, and raw emotion of your wedding day. I love it when my couples are able to get comfortable enough with me to go with the flow and enjoy themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moira is so fun to work with! She is attentive, thorough, and knows how to get the best shots! We loved all the poses she suggested and are in love with her style of photography!
Madison M., 2 years ago
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Diora Media, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

My name is Giovanna (you can call me Gio!) and I'm a traveling wedding photographer based in North Carolina. I've photographed everywhere from the DMV, NYC, Colorado, Hawaii, Spain to tons of other locations. Having a background in photojournalism, I photograph with a documentary approach which allows an organic and authentic feel to shine through my images. If you value emotion, connection, and creative storytelling, then I'm your girl. I was born in the bustling city of NY and later moved to a horse farm in NC. I was constantly amazed by my ever changing environments and inspired to capture moments that would otherwise be lost in memory.

Gio is INSANELY talented. I’ve worked with her for several life events, the biggest and most important investment being our wedding. Gio is professional and organized, a dream for any bride to work with. She has a gift for making you comfortable in front of the camera and provides expert guidance that makes shooting with her feel effortless. Her passion for her craft is palpable, and you know it’s good when she turns the camera around and says “YOU HAVE TO SEE THIS!” Every album I’ve received is a breathtakingly beautiful, cinematic keepsake of the most special moments. Her work is literal ART. I’ll never forget the emotional experience of receiving our wedding album - we literally laughed and cried for hours. Every detail and moment is so intentionally and artfully captured. It’s been two years and I still swoon over our wedding photos. I’ve had several (also obsessed) friends inquire about our wedding photography and even book their weddings with Gio. She is easily one of the best investments I made for my wedding day and I can’t say enough positive things. As a repeat client, I so look forward to working with her again in the future. No question - book with Gio!
Rebekah W., a month ago
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Amanda Summerlin Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Rutherfordton, NC

AMANDA. ARTIST. EXPLORER. COFFEE DRINKER. TIME MACHINE. So you just got engaged and you need a photographer. Documenting all that love is a wonderful gift for yourself and everyone who loves you. My superpower is being able to see your beauty the way the people who love you do, and then capture it in awesome photos of you so that you can see it too. And there’s no awkward posing or fake smiles involved. Just goofy fun and bad jokes, and you being yourself. So come see the world through my eyes. And maybe you’ll decide you’d like to see yourself through my eyes, to see yourself the way the folks who love you see you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Amanda’s work speaks for itself. Her photography isn’t just a snapshot in time - she creates true art. She’s also super calm and easy going (a major plus on what can be a hectic day). From her portrait and group shots, to shots during the wedding, to still life shots of the cake, rings, or outfits, to journalistic style shots of the reception, she captures it all with a beautiful eye. What I love most is that her style is unique, with such stunning use of light and shadow. Her photography was easily the best thing we spent money on for our wedding. I highly recommend Amanda Summerlin Photography.
Drew and M., 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Rutherfordton, NC

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Rutherfordton, NC?

A Rutherfordton, NC wedding photographer ranges from $250 to $10,000 and averages at $2,500. 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?

95% of photographers in Rutherfordton, NC 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 Rutherfordton, NC?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Darby Doll Photography LLC, Imagesxpert Media 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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