The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Shady Side, MD

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Shady Side, MD

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YAlford Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Hi, I’m Yelitza (Je-lit-sa ... don't worry! I got you). I’m a photographer, wife, nurse, fur-mom of three, new avid hiker, and a pretty darn good baker; and I’m here (dramatic pause) to tell your story. I found photography my freshman year of high school (I needed some credits in a pinch and this was it), three days in class and I was in love. Fast forward a few year (hey! hey! not too many years... Watch it! lol) and I'm still just as in love as that third day.

This was my first time working with Yalford Photography and I was impressed by the detail of her timeline. We worked together to make sure everything coincided and made any adjustments as needed. On the day of the clients wedding we all worked together as a team to give the couple the best day. The photos are beautiful. Consider Yalford you won't regret it !
You're The Bride, 6 months ago
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Memories By Salman 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Unique perspective, your satisfaction, and fun. Isn't that what its all about? I am an extrovert and love meeting new people and making friends. The best photos come out when you are relaxed and being yourself. An exceptional photographer, with great photoshop skills. I can make you look like sitting on Mars if thats what you want...haha Seriously, I can create your photos for the look you want, the colors, the light, the smile, the effort it takes to satisfy you and make you love what you are investing your time and money in. Lets talk and get what you want for the best of time for you and me. Lets have fun while doing it.

Awarded Best of Zola
Salman was impressively professional from what I have dealt with in the past. He made artistic suggestions and made me feel easy for natural portraits. He is creative and will go above and beyond to meet requirements and vision. I was very satisfied with the results and more than impressed with his post-processing skills in comparison to the original. I will hire him for my next photo shoot and have recommended him and his competitive skills to other friends.
Stacy, 2 years ago
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Victoria Selman Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

We are Victoria & Hunter, a married photography & videography duo. Our style is simple and organic, capturing your real emotions & personalities in artful imagery. We currently call Maryland home and love traveling across states, borders, & seas to tell your story. We believe that life is best enjoyed with others, so drop us a line and let’s be friends! *Please contact us directly through our website.

We couldn’t have asked for a better team than Victoria and her husband for our wedding day. From start to finish, they were not only incredibly talented but also brought the perfect balance of professionalism and laid-back energy that made us feel completely at ease. Victoria has an incredible eye, capturing candid moments with such artistry that every photo feels alive with emotion. Her calm and friendly demeanor made taking photos an absolute joy, even for those of us who are a bit camera shy (aka me!) Her husband, as the videographer, was equally amazing. Together, they worked seamlessly, blending into the background while capturing every special moment. The final product was more than we could have ever imagined. If you're looking for a team that is both talented and an absolute pleasure to work with, Victoria and her husband are it!
Molly, 2 months ago
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Sound Originals Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

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

They were incredible! I got an amazing deal for Black Friday (highly recommend if you can!) that came with two photographers and a videographer for 7 hours. They were really fun to work with, had creative vision on what our event was all about, and were professional. The consultation process was flexible and easy, they worked well with my day of coordinator and gave us the gift of images that will be with us forever. Thank you so much to the team at Sound Originals!
Rae, 2 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Shady Side, MD
  • Offer

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

George Street Photo and Video was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the start, they were incredibly communicative and on top of things, making the planning process seamless. Our photographer, Jeremy, was highly knowledgeable about the area and helped provide great structure and flow to our wedding day. The quality of their work was outstanding - they worked with our budget and the photos turned out beautifully. We got over 2,000 photos from 8 hours of work which is above and beyond what other photographers quoted. Jeremy was so friendly and personable, and all of our guests loved him. We're so grateful to have found a team that not only delivered incredible results, but also contributed so positively to making our special day perfect.
Chloe J., a month ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

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.

The communication throughout the entire process was great and we’d definitely recommend OLAS. We aren’t great at posing ourselves so we loved that our photographer and videographer’s ability to come up with great poses and backgrounds! We loved how all of the photos showed everyone’s genuine emotions of the day so well!
Chandler Y., 9 days ago
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3:17 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Jeremy and Jennifer are a husband and wife team! With 3:17 Photography you get two photographers to capture your day!! What is better than two people in love capturing your once in a lifetime moments? Your wedding means so much to us and we want to make your day perfect from beginning to end!!! When we started our company we promised that we would always charge what we could of afforded when we got married. We feel as though so many couples are being taken advantage of by other companies.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we reached out to 3:17 Photography, their communication was professional yet caring. Their dedication to their craft was clear in the amazing value they provided. On our wedding day, one photographer stayed with me while the other was with my husband, ensuring they captured multiple angles of our special moments. They truly felt like an additional set of caring friends who helped make our day go exactly as we had envisioned. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend 3:17 Photography to any couple planning their wedding.
Justis P., 4 months ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Just like you, I have felt awkward in front of the camera. I’ve had photos taken of me that I didn’t like. When you go on a session with me, I will not only make you feel comfortable, but I will make sure you look good! I will give you prompts to keep you moving and laughing. I’m sorry but there are some angles, and poses that are not flattering for everyone. Like, please don’t take a photo of me from below! Hello double chin! What I’m saying is, I got you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Lacie was absolutely phenomenal to work with throughout the entire wedding planning process. From the moment we jumped on a phone call to see if they were a right fit, I knew they would be. Her enthusiasm, understanding, outgoing way that she relates to people is an energy that you want on your big day. Our engagement session was incredible, she moves so quickly but efficiently, as to ensure you get all the shots you want, but is very mindful of time. Our wedding day was COMPLETE because of Lacie. In addition to her positive attitude, she helped smooth the timeline of events during the day when exterior factors were impacting the photography, and problem solved so wonderfully on the spot. She stepped in to help in moments that were above and beyond what we hired her for, and for that I am truly grateful. Her photography style is versatile and beautiful, specifically catered to your preference. I can't imagine a better photographer for our wedding and we are so grateful!
Lily M., 3 months ago
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Ivy & Quartz Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Hi! I'm Nina and I run Ivy & Quartz photography! I shot my first wedding in 2013, but my journey with photography began long before that. When I was about 10 years old, my dad gave me a camera and I quickly became obsessed. My intrigue continued to grow over the years and I went on to earn my BA in Studio Art , Photography, from the University of Virginia. After graduating I worked as a portrait photographer and decided to pursue and earn my MFA in Imaging Arts from the Rochester Institute of Technology.

Awarded Best of Zola
After friends shared a photo of my then fiance and me at their own wedding, we hired the photographer who took it. This was Nina! That one photo inspired us to review the gallery of their entire wedding and then her portfolio and we were blown away. 7 months later our own wedding day arrived. My husband and I are the type of people who are wildly present and constantly forget to take photographs of our life together. We knew we wanted to capture this day without the photography becoming a chore or hindering our ability to do what we do best and enjoy our time. Nina was able to provide just that and was incredible (as was the second photographer she worked with for our big day). Nina seamlessly handled all the chaotic moments and pre-ceremony stress of the very emotional bride (me) in stride! With very little direction she navigated all aspects of a wedding day with absolute poise and grace. I cannot thank her enough for taking on such leadership and just GETTING IT DONE! Nina captured all the big and tiny pieces that go into a wedding and I felt her photo choices, angles, and poses perfectly captured the essence of me and my husband's personalities. At every avenue Nina was a professional, personable, and I never expected I could be so satisfied with a collection of photographs. THANK YOU SO MUCH NINA.
Jacqueline, 3 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shady Side, MD



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

Awarded Best of Zola
My partner and I hired Sean for our engagement photos and we were extremely impressed! He was super helpful in helping us pose and very skilled in the ways he used lighting to capture our best features. He captured really genuine moments with such skill. He also made sure the job was well done and he got all the photos that we could have wanted. We had a blast working with him! The photos are stunning and I genuinely can’t stop looking at them! My partner and I tend to feel awkward getting our picture taken but Sean created such a comfortable space for us. We would highly recommend booking Sean.
Sydney and J., 5 months ago
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Lovefusion Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Hi, I'm Kelsey! I'm blessed with a loving husband, 3 kitties whom I adore and a plethora of interests. I love hiking with my husband, martial arts, playing music and singing, I'm crazy about animals, I'm absolutely fascinated by linguistics and other cultures. Also, & to my hubby, I'm rather nerdy (you'll see me rolling around in my limited edition Iron Man Hyundai, haha), so if you're into Star Wars, superheroes, etc., I'm sure we will get along just fine ;). What did I say about a plethora of interests? I've been doing photography passionately for at least 14 years. Any talent I have is God given and I do this all to bring fame to His name!

Awarded Best of Zola
It’s hard to even find the words to say how absolutely amazing Kelsey is. Beyond the absolutely breathtaking pictures- she was a delight to work with, so easy going and made two people who are extremely awkward in front of the camera feel comfortable! Our engagement and wedding photos are more than I could have ever dreamed of! We couldn’t been more thankful for Kelsey! If anyone is looking for a photographer who not only delivers beautiful work but is also an incredibly kind human being- look no further!
Maddison S., 4 days ago
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Cesario Mendez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

When I am not behind the camera or editing photos, I enjoy short Uber rides to bottomless brunch on the weekends; right now mimosas and I kinda have a thing going on! I have a special relationship with bourbon and FIRMLY believe in putting food on the grill during late afternoons should be the norm. I am blessed to be married to the happiest person on earth (I am so serious), who just happens to double as my favorite person. She keeps me grounded and never fails to remind me how great she is.

Awarded Best of Zola
Wow can’t say enough amazing things about this photographer, he truly was one of the highlights of our wedding. Don’t walk to book him run! He was super focused, detail orientated, bilingual, fun and laid back. He captured so many incredible behind the scene moments and my family kept saying we didn’t even see him take that picture. We were nervous about not knowing how to pose. He made us so comfortable and had amazing poses. He captured intimate moments of our families reactions during the ceremony, speeches and partying. He helped the day flow so well and we couldn’t believe how amazing the pictures were. The turn around time for the pictures was also super fast. We had a bad experience with a photographer prior who ended up being a scammer and he truly saved our wedding day!! Thank you!
Jasmin S., 19 days ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Shady Side, MD
  • 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
We cannot say enough good things about Heather and her team. I discovered Heather in a bride group and knew that I just had to have her as my photographer. I expected beautiful photos, but we got so much more. Heather and her team made our wedding era so wonderful. She treats you like a best friend she’s known her whole life. Not to mention her team’s passion for travel. Heather and Andrew traveled 6 hours each way for our engagement photo shoot, then again for our wedding. Their attention to detail and passion for real-life photos really makes the perfect wedding album. They captured every important moment. We are so thankful. We could not recommend the team enough!
Emily R., a month ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

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.

We are beyond thrilled with the photos and video from our wedding, thanks to Ledd! Ledd and his partner captured every special moment beautifully! His good sense of humor kept us relaxed and laughing, which made the experience even more enjoyable! The quality of his work exceeded our expectations—each shot was stunning, and the video perfectly captured the emotion of our day. From the beginning, Ledd was professional, attentive, and made the entire process easy and enjoyable. We highly recommend him to anyone looking to preserve their special day with amazing photography and videography! Thank you, Ledd, for making our wedding day unforgettable!
Jessica M., 4 months ago
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Andrea Krout Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,400
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Thank you for visiting & CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!!! We are based in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area but travel all over for weddings. Our furthest yet was Vermont! Our bright, colorful & crisp photography style provides our clients with timeless images that will be forever cherished.When I am not working, I enjoy drinking wine, trying new breweries, traveling to the New Jersey shore with my husband, our baby boy born in February 2024 & family, watching Harry Potter for the millionth time, & cuddling with our two adopted dogs.

Awarded Best of Zola
There aren't enough good things to say about Andrea and her team. She made the entire process so easy from start to finish and was always available to chat on the phone if we had any questions. She helped piece together the timeline for the day, walked us through all the extra things to bring on the day of the wedding, and most importantly, was always a calming presence to talk to during the chaos of wedding planning. We had one of her Associates, Jess, take our photos on the wedding day and she was amazing, the photos came out phenomenal. When Jess showed up the day of the wedding she knew everything that was going on and all the specifics of photos that we wanted taken. Andrea had updated Jess with every single detail that we wanted so that everyone was on the same page; it made everything run so smoothly. Whenever we look back on our wedding photos we can't help but think how lucky we got with picking Andrea and her team, it is so clear how much she cares about her brides and wants your wedding day to be the absolute best day of your life. We can't recommend her enough!
Lauren T., 2 years ago
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Kylie Hinson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

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., 6 months ago
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Sarah Brookhart Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

I’m Sarah, wedding + elopement photographer documenting true and heartfelt moments wherever your little heart desires. My husband, Ryan is my adventure-loving second photographer and ordained officiant (yep, he’ll marry you!). We are city-dwelling nature lovers who strongly believe in having a good time. We call Pennsylvania home but travel all over to photograph couples in love. When not behind the camera or working on the computer, we enjoy cocktails, coffee, cats, and hiking with our toddler, Brooklyn.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sarah is so fun to work with, she is quick, offers great direction, and makes sure you get the photos you want AND gets you back to the party. The BIGGEST flex though is the fact that I got married on May 25 and I had sneak preview pictures sent to me by May 28 and the first batch available in an online gallery on June 4! The photos are beautiful, she really captured the drama of our venue and the vibrant colors we chose for flowers and decor!
Morgan B., 7 months ago
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BTP Media Group 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

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
Highly recommend he takes the most immaculate shot and captures the moment love his work . My family is so thankful for him
Mila, a year ago
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The Mannix Company 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD
  • Offer

HI, I'm Alli! I am a destination wedding & portrait photographer traveling around the United States since 2016! As your wedding photographer my goal is to capture the memories you're in the moment experiencing so you can be taken right back to the day no mater how much time has passed. Wedding photography is so much more than pretty pictures. These are heirlooms that you will pass down to those who love you, so let's give them honest real images about a love worth remembering JUST AS IT IS!

Awarded Best of Zola
Booking Alli as our photographer was one of the best decisions we made wedding planning!! From creating a fully comprehensive timeline of the day, putting together a collage of Pinterest inspiration photos to know exactly what we wanted, scouting out photo locations at our venue the day before the wedding, making everyone feel comfortable and confident on the day of, and truly just working with efficiency, skill, and professionalism. Alli and Josh truly went above and beyond and we are so grateful for them!! Our friends, family, bridal party and everyone involved agreed that the Mannixco was the best overall photographer that any of us have ever worked with! One of our groomsmen said, “a lot of people with a good camera can take a good photo, but not everyone can be a great photographer like Alli”!! If you want beautiful wedding photos and a photographer who knows what they’re doing but feels like a friend at your wedding, I 100% would recommend the Mannixco to anyone!!
Loren B., 6 months ago
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The Pros Weddings 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,195
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

We've been honored to work with thousands of happy couples for over 35 years throughout the East Coast! Find the photographer, filmmaker and DJ that will make your wedding special, unique and 100% you with The Pros. We can't wait to make your wedding dreams come true!

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The Pros Weddings was an excellent choice for our wedding photography and DJ services. They were very prompt in returning our emails and phone calls, ensuring we always had the information we needed. The quality of their work was stunning - our wedding photos captured all the special moments beautifully. We used both their photography and DJ services, and the communication was perfect and on point whenever we needed anything. I would highly recommend booking The Pros Weddings for your wedding or event. They truly helped make our special day unforgettable.
Jessica H., 3 months ago
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Sharp Impressions Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

I've had a camera in my hand since I was at least ten years old. Photography has always been something I've been passionate about. I was the friend that captured all the memories in high school. Once I got older, and more interested in this becoming something real, I decided to start my business in 2018. I've had the pleasure of working with the most loving clients ever since.

I’ve worked with Kay 3 times now, and she knows I’ll be back to capture even more amazing memories! My absolute favorite thing about working with Kay, I top of her literally becoming your BFF, is that she always finds a way to capture candid moments that just ooze personality and love and all the feels!
Keierra, 3 months ago
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Jac&Mac Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

We’re an award-winning husband and wife photography team providing our services for over 16 years all over Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania. Speaking of Ourselves- Macky & I have been Married for 23 years and going strong through all the hardships, challenges, and rewards Life brings to our family. This is why we love doing weddings, not only does it remind us of our day, but also, motivates us to capture your Wedding by providing you Pictures That Speak Louder Than Words.

Jac&Mac Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. From our very first conversation, their communication was top-notch - they were responsive, attentive, and truly listened to our vision. The quality of their work is exceptional, and the value they provided far exceeded our expectations. On the day of our wedding, they seamlessly captured every special moment, from our wedding party getting ready to the intimate exchanges between my husband and I. Jac&Mac Photography are simply the best people, and we are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our special day for years to come.
Dj l., 4 months ago
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Lindsay King Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

We are a passionate and creative husband and wife photography team who have a serious soft spot for documenting love stories. The big and little moments in life matter and we believe that everyone deserves to have photos that remind them of all the joy, tears, laughter, and adventure that surrounded them on the most momentous days in their life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsay and Greg have been a pleasure to work with so far! My fiance had them there to photograph our proposal and I liked them so much that we booked them for our engagement and wedding sessions as well. We are both slower to open up type of people and Lindsay and Greg have been really easy to talk to. We didn't feel awkward and were comfortable with them. We have some beautiful photos and everyone has complimented their work. I can be anxious, but Lindsay has been really easy to work with. She has a calm presence and I really like how she's set me at ease! Lindsay and Greg targeted their work to match things that we wanted to incorporate. I shared some Pinterest images with Lindsay and she saved them and actually posed us in them during our session! I offhandedly mentioned one of my favorite shots from our proposal during our engagement shoot and they came up with something so cute to do that matched the vibe of that right then and there! I also was honest with Lindsay about poses I didn't like up front and she made sure to pose me in a way that I felt like allowed me to be more confident and comfortable. We can't wait to see what they can do at our wedding!
Taylor W., 8 days ago
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Snowdrop Creative Co. 

4.3

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Snowdrop Creative Co. was born from a dream. A dream that I could do the things that I LOVE, be present for my children and my partner, and create work that I am proud of. It sounds like what we all wish for, right? Well, it isn't always so simple as "I want this, so I'm doing it." I spent ten years in retail management. I spent long days away from my family, only to get home to them and be too tired to enjoy my time with them. My life was cold and dreary, and I knew something had to change. And so, Snowdrop was born. A place where I can create and love what I do. Capture memories and magic and joy in a single moment.

Alex has done two different photo sessions for me and both turned out beautifully! We did a family mini session and cake smash photos for my son’s first birthday as well as business photos. Both sessions were super fun and Alex made the process so easy. Her communication was great and she was wonderful to work with. My daughter (3) has been super shy for family photos in the past, and she was starting off the same way this session but Alex let her do her own thing, relax, and open up on her own. By the end Kinsley was talking her ear off and trying to get her to go on an exploring adventure with her. I highly recommend Alex and her team for your photo needs!
Carly K., a month ago
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Chris Ferenzi Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Hey, I'm Chris! Dog-lover, latte-lover, gym-lover, and cookie-lover I justify the cookies by going to the gym. One of my life goals is to have enough dogs (dachshunds and corgis) to create a sled team. I will use this sled team to pull myself around while shooting your wedding. I’m joking, unless you really want me to, in which maybe WE should get married.

Awarded Best of Zola
The minute my fiancée and I found Chris (via a wedding photog friend who was unavailable for our date) I told him that I was a former wedding vendor myself, I know how the sausage gets made, and I just wanted him to be real with me. He totally got that and took it to heart. He went above and beyond to help us sort out another photog for part of our wedding experience when some of our plans had to change and I really appreciated his communication throughout the process. He made it fun and was easy to work with, was amenable to capturing my preferred "good side" and ending up sending us some truly amazing photos. I'm not the world's most photogenic person, and he did such a great job of sorting through snaps of (what I assume were) hundreds of double chins and closed eyes - he sent us a set of final photos in which I felt like I looked pretty in every single one and our joy just really shines through. 10 out of 10, would hire again!
Kim R., 4 years ago
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Golden Night Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Welcome to Golden Night Photography! Thank you for joining me on this magical adventure. Together we will weave a fantastic story that means you. We all deserve those special moments, those magical times, sometimes rare seconds that we feel seen, appreciated, and truly adored. Those are the moments that I love and I plan on capturing with you. I want to make you feel absolutely magical.

Awarded Best of Zola
Layla is the best and sweetest person you could ever meet. She made us feel so comfortable and so special. Our entire wedding party and family were also raving about her and her attention to detail. I would book her as my wedding photographer 100 times over!!!!
Maria Bermudez W., 7 months ago
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Bellocq Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,495
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Are you frustrated with combing through page after page of the same old cliche'd wedding photos? Looking for something classic and timeless but with a bit of an edge? We got you. I've been creating wedding day memories for over a decade now. New Orleans. Chicago. Minneapolis. The PNW. NYC. We travel all over this country, and even internationally, when the right opportunity presents itself, documenting love stories for our amazing couples. Our goal with each new wedding, is not to be just good or “good enough”--the goal is to be world-class, one of the top wedding photography teams in the world. Each couple helps us accomplish this.

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Working with J. Roman was a dream! We won an engagement shoot with J and quickly knew we wanted him as our wedding photographer after an engagement shoot that was so fun! He delivered hundreds of photos that we loved. His range is amazing; from moody and dark, to vintage and chic, to glam and bright, all the versions of photography you crave for your big day, J covers! We were open to J's eye when it came to moments and he worked seamlessly on our big day--him or his team never felt intrusive to a special moment. The raw emotion of the wedding day was captured so beautifully-we get to relive such a momentous day over and over through his art. He was incredibly professional, was very easy to work with and was so helpful in planning. J has delivered amazing results: 2500 photos for our wedding, which we received in exactly 3 weeks. We received the first short video within 4 weeks of the wedding as well for his photography and videography package. So grateful that we booked with J Roman and would recommend his over and over again!
Melissa B., 6 months ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD
  • Offer

I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City 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

We’re very happy with our wedding photos! Caz was incredibly responsive throughout the entire process and took the time to understand our vision, and that was very important to us. He and Sheldon delivered more value than we expected, capturing both artistic and documentary-style shots that reflected our day’s emotions and energy, as well as posed friends and family portraits that we are excited to send with our thank you cards. Their professionalism and ease made us feel comfortable and they were ready and willing to be at different locations and change venues including taking photos on a subway ride from Brooklyn, and walking the streets of SoHo. The final photos exceeded our expectations—beautiful, candid, and thoughtfully composed. We were also touched with the short film Caz created, which beautifully captured the essence of our celebration. On top of that, they were generous of their time, even coming early to capture the beginning of our wedding preparations. He is even sending film prints, which is just the kind of personal touch that we will treasure for a lifetime. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for stunning, timeless wedding photos. Ours are truly works of art thanks to Caz and Sheldon!
Ia, 13 days ago
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Kelly Loss Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Bring on all the joy, laughter, tears, letting go and holding close. I want to capture these connections, so that you can have photos to hold in your hand and remind you what it felt like the day you were married. You deserve to celebrate without feeling as if you are on a daylong photoshoot — I will help you to really live your wedding day. Let's live your life celebrations and let go of “supposed to do.” If you find yourself craving a wedding day experience that is more enjoying the day and less about all day posing, you are in the right spot.

Hiring Kelly was absolutely one of the best decisions that we made for our wedding and we can’t recommend her highly enough. She spent so much time getting to know us before the wedding, and our photos very clearly reflect her attention to capturing what was important to us. We really wanted to see the joy and breadth of emotions of the day and wanted photos that reflected our wedding as vibrant and loving, and that shines through in every photo!! Kelly is also so personable and brings such a wonderful energy to all parts of the process which made us feel so comfortable and so happy to have her with us! In addition to creating a photography schedule that was invaluable and that we shaped the rest of the schedule around, she made sure to note people’s accessibility needs and to work with us closely on comfort for everyone as we had a lot of access needs. She answered every question we had happily and was just such a wonderful part of our day!! She also did our engagement photos at Great Falls and they turned out just so gorgeous. I had a lot of anxiety about how I would feel about the photos as a plus size bride and Kelly listened to my concerns and made me so comfortable and I’m so so thrilled with the photos and feel gorgeous in all of them, which I'm very grateful for!
Tory C., 6 months ago
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Lauren Katherine Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Hi, I’m Lauren, the owner of Lauren Katherine Creative, and I’m passionate about capturing the magic of weddings. I’ve always been drawn to photography, ever since childhood, when I fell in love with the art of storytelling through images. Now, I get to do what I love most—helping couples turn their vision into lasting memories. My goal is to make everyone feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera, so I can capture those authentic, meaningful moments. With a background in film, I bring a creative, cinematic touch to every shot, making sure your wedding photos reflect the beauty and emotion of your special day.

We are so so so happy that we booked Lauren for our wedding day. She and Julianna (second shooter) were so incredible. They made us feel so comfortable and did a great job at keeping everyone on track. We just got our sneak peek back and they are so much better than we even imagined. We couldn’t be happier that we chose Lauren as our photographer.
Gabby S., 6 months ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

**We are new to Zola but not new wedding photographers.** Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

Joe and Ashley were easy to work with on our engagement and wedding photography. They had great attention to detail and gave great direction for each shot. We would hire them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer.
Lauren S., 4 months ago
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Stephanie Dee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,450
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Hi! I’m Steph, a wedding and lifestyle photographer, and I’m here for the couples who believe in rich colors and wild and care-free love. Based in the DMV, I travel often for weddings and stories in the mid-Atlantic and all over the world: I’ve photographed love from Delhi, India to Bloomington, Indiana, and everywhere in between.

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We can not recommend Stephanie enought! From our first meeting, she made us feel incredibly comfortable and at ease, allowing us to be our authentic selves. On the wedding day, she provided the perfect amount of direction. Her warm personality and professional demeanor made everything feel effortless. Stephanie didn’t just take photos; she told a story. Her ability to document the love and connection between us, our family, and our friends was remarkable. If you're looking for a photographer who will make you feel comfortable and valued while capturing stunning photos, Stephanie is the one.
Julia, 7 months ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

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., 3 months ago
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Brittany Conrad Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,699
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Hello from York Haven, PA! I’m Brittany Conrad, the proud owner of Brittany Conrad Photography since 2019, where capturing love stories is my passion turned career. In May 2022, I took a leap of faith, leaving my day job to follow my dream full-time, and it’s been an incredible journey meeting amazing couples along the way! I’m happily married to Adam, and we have an energetic son, Garret, who keeps us on our toes. My goal is to not only snap beautiful photos but to create unforgettable memories you’ll cherish forever. Thanks for stopping by—I can’t wait to work with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an amazing experience with Brittany as our photographer! She was incredibly responsive and helpful through the entire process and our pictures look incredible. We can not recommend her enough!
Leanna O., 3 months ago
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Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Shady Side, MD
  • Offer

We've been in business over 26 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., 5 months ago
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Daydream Romance 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Greetings, I am Tigran Markaryan, accompanied by my wife, Evgeniya. As an Armenian immigrant who relocated to the United States nearly two decades ago, I have dedicated myself to the art of wedding photography since 2011, having beautifully documented over 300 celebrations. Recently, I bid farewell to Calypso Digital and embraced a fresh chapter with Daydream Romance. My passion lies in the photojournalistic approach, as I find immense joy in capturing the essence and energy of people. As I explore more destination weddings, I still mainly work in the DMV area. Stop by at out Insta and reach out with any questions ❤

We worked with Tigran for our wedding in June 2021 and had a great experience. He was friendly, very responsive, flexible, had a good eye for photo opportunities, and expertly wrangled family and friends for pictures. It was a really easy and smooth experience overall and we were so grateful for his expertise! We love how the photos turned out.
Natasha, 7 months ago
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Sravya Khasnavees Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

My work is inspired by romantic minimalism, modern elegance, and non-traditional perspectives. From stolen glances to joyous celebrations, I strive to capture what is at the heart of your relationship, weaving together a narrative that is uniquely yours. I blend a unique mix of documentary and editorial style photography in my craft: the documentary style to capture the events of your day in close detail, and the editorial style to provide copious amounts of posing guidance so you and your loved ones feel confident that you look like your absolute best in your photos.

After interviewing a few photographers for my proposal, Sravya clearly stood out to me as the best one for the job. She was very responsive, flexible, and kind. Most importantly, I loved her vision and support day of during the shoot. Her artistic eye made the photos turn out beautiful! She also delivered all of the pictures on time. Highly recommend working with Sravya!
Ivo C., 7 months ago
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Darcy Troutman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Are you tired of scrolling through wedding websites full of photos of shoes/calligraphy/earrings/etc. and wondering where the people are? Do you love moments more than things? If yes, you're in the right place. Forget about the table settings, instead embrace spontaneous joy and honest, natural moments.

Darcy was an absolute pleasure to work with and we LOVE our photos. She truly captured the emotions of the day and the essence of all the people we love the most. Any time i look at our photos, i find myself involuntarily smiling. She captured the classic posed photos AND the precious in-between moments where people are being their most authentic selves (the face my dad makes when he's really intently listening, the hand gestures my mom uses when she's explaining something and can't find the right words, the face my mother in law makes when she's cracking herself up, the face my father in law makes right before the tears fall, and so so many more). Not ONLY are her photos amazing, but she made us feel so relaxed on the day-of. Her style is totally unobtrusive, which is just what we needed. Darcy got such amazing photos of all our guests we put 4x6" prints in our thank you cards and people were SO appreciative. She's on fridges across America. Comments we've gotten in response to Darcy's photos: "WOW your photographer is phenomenal", "this is the best photo of us in existence", "you guys look so happy!", "I feel like the photographer really captured your personalities" If capturing joy is important to you, hire Darcy. My only regret is getting her for 7 hours instead of 9.
Matt N., 6 months ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Shady Side, MD
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

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From the moment we reached out to Birchfields, their communication was quick, thorough, and sincere. Their attention to detail and ability to make us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera resulted in exceptional photographs that captured every special moment of our wedding day. Birchfields truly went above and beyond, taking unique angles and perspectives that allowed us to relive the entire day through their stunning imagery. When it’s hard to figure out which photo you want to print out and hang on the wall, you know you picked the right photographer! We could not be happier with the final product and would highly recommend Steve to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Jeneca G., 3 months ago
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Golden Eye NYC LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shady Side, MD

Greetings, I am Sharyn Elysee, an ardent wedding photographer dedicated to immortalizing the beauty and emotions of your extraordinary day. My lens gracefully weaves love, laughter, and tenderness, timeless memories meant to be treasured for generations to come. In addition to my artistic vision, I now offer unforgettable photobooth services that complement your love story. These captivating snapshots will capture your unique essence, ensuring an enchanting visual tale that mirrors the profound love you both share. Let's embark on this memorable adventure together, creating a delightful blend of candid moments and artistic brilliance! 📸💕

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Golden Eye NYC really helped to make our wedding a memorable one! The entire process was hassle free, and she was very flexible. She allowed input on final touches, and checked in with us every step of the way. Our guests are STILL raving about how much fun they had with the Photo Booth, and my husband and I LOVE looking back on how much fun they had (while we were busy tackling our busy day details). I HIGHLY RECOMMEND for any event!
LaVenique, a year ago

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About wedding photographers in Shady Side, MD

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Shady Side, MD?

A Shady Side, MD wedding photographer ranges from $500 to $10,000 and averages at $3,000. 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?

94% of photographers in Shady Side, MD 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 Shady Side, MD?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include The Pros Weddings, 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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