A: For weddings around Seattle, Washington, couples spend between $7,500-12,000 to book us, on average. Elopements slightly less. For destination weddings, there is normally a nominal travel fee to get to and from your wedding day. For more details regarding pricing, please visit the investment page.It all really comes down to total desired hours of coverage and a few other variables.  For a specific, custom quote for your unique wedding day - please make sure to reach out to me ASAP.

A: When looking for the best experience for your wedding in Washington, there's tons of options. And after photographing hundreds of wedding all across the state, I certainly have my favorites (for many reasons). But if you're early in your search, check out these Seattle wedding venues, these Snohomish wedding venues, and these Whidbey Island wedding venues. Of course, there's way more to look through if you are searching through a different part of Washington - but simply reach out to me and I'll help point you in the right direction. Promise.

A: There's no wrong path! You can certainly get gorgeous photos either way. It all comes down to the experience you're wanting, the aesthetic of the location, and how intimate you want it all to be. Typically with elopements, you're able to lean more into the adventure of your wedding day, whereas traditional Seattle wedding photography will get you exactly that - something more traditional. My two cents: Look for something that is for YOU and not for other people.

A: First and foremost, romantic & timeless. Beyond that photography foundation, I am committed to authentic storytelling to capture your real moments throughout your wedding day. That said, I will guide you through it all with a strategic timeline (or coordination with the assistance of your wedding planner) and help you both relax and truly be in the moment - but at the same time, guide you what to do so your gallery is as best as it can possibly be. Perfectly crafted art comes from feeling comfortable in front of beautifully crafted light. After all, your day is about you. It's about the details, the emotion, the photojournalistic & natural story. It's where the motion of authentic moments meets gorgeous, intentionally-curated & guided poses. Bottom line, it is my commitment to deliver heirloom quality photographs that you will cherish forever.

A: Mount Rainier, The San Juan Islands, the North Cascades mountain range, waterfall elopements, Hoh Rainforest enveloped in fog, the Seattle Great Wheel, a Washington State ferry elopement or vow renewal, a lighthouse wedding, and so many more UNIQUE, bucket list ideas exist in the Pacific Northwest. You don't just need to default to a traditional wedding venue. And with so many wedding photographers to choose from, you're bound to find an incredible pairing between location & style of photography that you're going to remember for the rest of your life. So, bring your dog, bring your pet dove, be surrounded by ferns, water or trees - and get ready to have the experience of a lifetime. Just let me bring my camera.

As a Wedding photographer in The Pacific Northwest, my thoughts might surprise you.

A: I love traveling more than most things in life. The cultures, the people, the experience, the sights, sounds & smells - all of it. New things bring me life. And new places for a ceremony bring me back to the creativity of being a photographer. In my two cents only - your wedding or elopement should be about you, not anyone else. So, consider taking that traditional wedding budget that you had in mind for Seattle and cut that guest list by 50-90%. Take that savings and get yourself an incredible wedding venue at a destination that feels like a honeymoon. Then, spend some money on some guided tours, some fancy dinners, cocktail hours, and design it with full intentionality. It could be at a Four Seasons hotel or an intimate private estate. Wherever you choose to hold your romantic wedding reception is going incredible. Just go. Have the adventure. Make your story. And again, just let me bring my camera. Let's go have some fun together.

Destination Elopement or Wedding Photography  is also an epic & romantic thought. Here's my two cents as a photographer.

A: In short, now. There's never a point too early, unless you are 16+ months away from your wedding date. And sure, you can look on a variety of wedding sites like Wedding Wire, The Knot, Black Bride, MunaLuchi Bridal, or of course - social sharing sites like Pinterest - but I recommend you find a wedding photographer you really love. This of course depends on your budget for your photography, but your wedding planner should have some solid recommendations. Same with your wedding reception/venue. Beyond that, simply Google for wedding photographers in that area, buy a couple of the leading wedding magazines and look at the credit lines, and search on IG or TikTok for the photographer there. Bottom line, do your due diligence. Or, you know, just hire me to be your Seattle wedding photographer. That works too.

A: I've been a professional photographer since 2008. And since that time, I have had hundreds of brides, grooms, and their wedding planners reach out to only find that I am already booked for their big day. So, don't hesitate to reach out early. So, check out their portfolio and it locked in and on your photographers calendar ASAP.

Photography shouldn't wait. Don't risk your dream photographer already being booked.