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Top 10 Wedding Photographers in Washington DC

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Ken Pak

19 Fearless Awards

For me, photography is a way to expose life at its best. My spontaneity of expression and my professional, yet friendly nature allow me to capture the most natural once-in-a-lifetime moments through my lenses. Throughout the wedding day, I am watching the emotions and expressions of the couple as they interact with guests and family members. My job is to freeze those precious moments and make them as beautiful as the couple remember it in their hearts. My unmatched thirst for exploration, paired with unrelenting energy, creative ability, a professional attitude and dedication to the art of photography is what allows me to photograph lifestyle assignments such as weddings.

Kristiaan Madiou

5 Fearless Awards

We are married photographers who fell in love holding cameras in our hands and haven't put them down since. We think that photographing love is the best job in the world.

Doing this work with my best friend is amazing. We complement each other, we compete, we divide and conquer, we share the experience. I sneak a kiss once in a while. Couldn't imagine it any other way.

Me? I am a perfectionist who is utterly imprefect - I love candy, movies, and staying up late. I feel the most alive when I am traveling, dancing, or making photographs.

Brittany Diliberto

4 Fearless Awards

Our couples-first approach is integral to our style and overall brand. The strong bond of trust we establish with each of our couples from the start allows them to "Bee Two Sweet": to be completely authentic in expressing their love and connection. We know we bear an awesome responsibility to thoughtfully and meaningfully represent each couple, as we create what will become a legacy or family heirloom of special memories that are unique to them personally.

We work to establish a comfort level that will allow our couples to share their personalities and quirks, so their images show the full range of their distinctive and extraordinary connection. We are also sensitive to poses that will best complement or enhance the physical attributes of our couples. We are always searching for those moments between moments, and different angles to help us create an artistic and unexpected perspective.

Weddings are celebrations that encompass love in all its forms, including the joining of new families and friends. This is why we also work with our couples to make sure we capture special contemporary portraits, large and small.

Lisa Boggs

2 Fearless Awards

Hi, I'm Lisa Boggs, and I've been photographing weddings for 13 years. I'm a bit of a romantic (understatement!), so I couldn't be happier to work with people who are excited to be in love. I approach every wedding thrilled to be a part of my couples' unique story. So, whether you are shy and quiet or fun and loud, I want my photographs to capture who you are and what makes you special.

If that sounds like something you'd like to talk a bit more about, shoot me an email or give me a call. I would love to learn more about your big day, particularly if we can chat over a cup of coffee or glass of wine!

Kirth Bobb

2 Fearless Awards

I'm a wedding and lifestyle photographer that specializes in capturing life's most sublime moments and creating everlasting memories. My appreciation for beauty is a gift from my late grandmother who taught me that "there is an art to everything" and that life is to be approached by seeing the beauty in everything.

Whether I'm photographing an intimate elopement or a 800-guest lavish affair, my goal is to create images of those once in a lifetime moments that can stand alone as works of art. Through my lens, I tell extraordinary stories of extraordinary people. Having worked with an elite array of clients, I like to think that my services are suitable for the most discriminating brides. Though based in Washington, D.C., I am available to travel worldwide to document your extraordinary story.

Mark Phillips

2 Fearless Awards

My life forever changed in 2013 when I married my beautiful wife, Liz, and she gave birth to our first child, Hunter James. Before getting married, Liz and I went through the process of searching for vendors to bring our special day to life. We randomly stumbled across one photographer who shined beyond all others at a local bridal show we attended. The stars aligned and we totally lucked out booking the photographer we both wanted. Little did I know of the dramatic impact wedding photography was soon to have on my life. I was so moved upon viewing our wedding photos that I decided I wanted to provide others with the same wonderful feeling. In a matter of weeks, I had a registered business, named after our first born child, and I had enough professional photography gear to jump in to a world I knew nothing about.

Fast forward a few years, through lots of learning and continuous growth, I'm ready to move others the way I was moved in 2013.

Johnny Shryock

2 Fearless Awards

I would love nothing more than to capture every beautiful, meaningful detail from your day. I want you to be able to look back at your stunning wedding images years from now and reconnect with each moment.

My love of photography was sparked when my brother was getting married. It wasn't until his wedding that I decided to purchase my first "real camera" and I haven't turned back since.

Christopher Jason

2 Fearless Awards

Who I Am

Polymath At Heart • Teddy Bear Husband • Wannabe Food Critic • Connoisseur Of Movies • Tv Show Aficionado • Master Playlist Maker • Unofficial Tech Support • Certified Scuba Diver

What I Do

As a documentarian I evoke emotion through powerful imagery. As a storyteller I love to share my experiences in the photographs I create. As an artist I capture the connections that speak to who you are.

Steven Pilkerton

1 Fearless Award

I love wedding photography. I couldn't have said that when I first started in photography. I had heard too many stories of couples that hated their wedding day pictures, and I had no desire to ruin a day that many girls dream about since they were little!

One day my wife and I shot a wedding for a friend and that changed everything. We fell in love with wedding photography. It's one of the happiest days of a couple's life, and we get to be a small part of it. Since that day we started specializing in wedding photography. Always on the lookout for moments between family and friends, knowing that we are capturing memories that will be cherished for generations.

Kanayo Adibe

1 Fearless Award

For me it's all about art. I want every single photo I take to mean just as much to you as the one before it. My approach to weddings is artistic and photojournalistic. With every shot I take, I'm always thinking of new ways to draw the viewer in, creating the feeling of being present, while telling your story and preserving memories.

Cicely Procopio

1 Fearless Award

Procopio Photography is an innovative, modern studio distinguished by a unique and editorial approach. Their dedication to edgy and timeless art breaks the mold of typical wedding photography.

Cicely and Jason are the husband and wife team that make up Procopio Photography. They photograph all of their weddings together. Having shot weddings with each other for eight years has contributed to their solid and cohesive perspective.

Janie Pilkerton

Long before I was a wedding photographer, I was the one at family gatherings with a camera and a few rolls of film in my hand. I fell in love with weddings as a young girl, sneaking off to take a peek at my parent's wedding album. There was something magical about sitting on their bedroom floor, slowly flipping each page and seeing them so in love I was born. Fast forward to 2007 when my husband, Steve, brought home our first DSLR, we quickly went from taking portraits of our kids to family to friends. After we photographed two small weddings for close family and friends, we were hooked. Mixing our love of fine art and dedication to capturing those fleeting moments you never want to forget, we started our business. Steve & I invested in our education so we were ready, rain, snow, sun, dark church basement, or country club locker room. After 7 years, I still love walking into the house or hotel on a wedding day. Knowing I'm the keeper of the memories for a couple's first day as a family, it's an honor.

Anji Martin

We are Anji and Pete Martin. Worldwide wedding photographers based in Washington, D.C, and Northern Germany. We travel from the countryside of Virginia to the urban venues of the Capital, from the castles of Bavaria to the ballrooms of Berlin, and we're ready to document your love story, no matter where your life should take you.

Jennifer Lucia

I love weddings because I love being a part of something so much bigger than myself. Capturing the unique relationships that I observe throughout the day has become a passion in and of itself for me, and I can only hope that I'm doing exactly this twenty years from now.

Growing up I've always had a love for the arts. Music and photography have been a part of my life since I can remember. My father bought me my first camera when I was in high school and I loved spending time in the dark room. It wasn't until after my son was born that I really began to understand the importance of memorializing lifetime events and moments. My passion went from a hobby to a career and I couldn't be more happy.

My clients tell me that they love working with me because of my fun, laid back personality. I love to laugh with my clients and make them feel comfortable to be behind my camera, and I'm often told by people who hate having their picture taken that it was a surprisingly pleasant experience.

Pete Martin

If you've come here looking for photographers who can help you tell the world your love story, you're in the right place! We look forward to meeting you, getting to know you better and creating photos for you that you and your family will cherish for a lifetime.

I love shooting weddings because that is how I literally got our start. I'm Pete Martin, a traveling wedding photographer. I often work on weddings with my German-born wife Anji, and together we make sure that we get every loving glance, every secret smile and every tender caress that you share on your wedding day.

Home right now is the Washington, DC metro area, but I have lived in the Nordic countries, South America and Asia in the past decade. So obviously I don't mind traveling to whatever corner of the globe you choose for your wedding!

Leah Hewitt

Photography is more than just what you see in front of your face. I strive for creative, thoughtful images that incorporate art, architecture, the transient world of light and shadow, and genuine moments between people. I was recently honored as one of Rangefinder's 2015 30 Rising Stars of Wedding Photography. I love culture, travel, films, adventures, and unique experiences and those things are reflected in what I do. A new client said recently that my work is photography for grownups, which I loved, and am keeping forever.

You want to have an adventure? I'm down for it. Trek through a strange country? Kiss under the spires of the Kremlin? SURE. Get married in a monsoon? I'm weatherproofed and ready to go.

Taz Ahmed

Capturing any wedding is more than photographing the events; it's more than covering the rituals and making sure that every moment is distilled into the lens of the camera. Wedding photography is telling a story. This story, a love story, can only be told if the photographers look beyond the rich details and vibrant colors and find the soul of the wedding. The one solitary tear that graces the bride's father's cheek, the loving private glance exchanged between the couple, a laugh shared by close friends.

We have been photographing weddings for over 6 years and what we have found is that while every photographer claims to have the best equipment, our claim to fame is our unique eye - one that sees you and the love that makes this marriage so special.

We will find that love story and your album will be not simply a collection of photographs, but a journey through the best time of your life, a path woven through carefully selected photographs that find the moments that matter. We do more than capture a wedding, we create memories.

Lauren Barkume

You don't fit in the little box that the wedding industry tries to put you in. I don't either. Most of my clients just want an awesome photographer that lets them be who they really are.

YOU WANT AWESOME PHOTOS
You value authentic photographs that feel true to your story. Magical and beautiful photographs. Funny and clever and special photographs of all the little moments you didn't even realize were happening all around you. I'm not just there for you today. I want you to treasure your photographs in 5 years, 10 years, 50 years from now. And thanks to your investment in high-quality artwork, you and all of your loved ones will be able to enjoy and share your memories for the rest of your lives.

YOU WANT SOMEONE WHO'S GOT YOUR BACK
You want someone who can deal with last minute wedding disasters and won't miss a beat. Need a bottle of water? Don't know how to pin a boutonnière? I'm there for you, all the while keeping an eye out for your Mom shedding a tear when she sees you in your wedding outfit for the first time. Thanks to lots of experience at lots of weddings, I know what to look for and my goal is to keep you feeling relaxed and focused on what's really important.

Natasha Lamalle

Born in France, I have been living in the USA for three years now.

I have been taking pictures since I was a kid. I have started taking professional pictures ten years ago using my camera to tell stories with a journalism aspect. I now want to use my knowledge to photograph your wedding with my unique point of view on photography. Your love is a story and my job is to describe it through my photos.

I love candid photos, the small moments between friends or two lovers, the very short instant which nobody will remember if a camera wasn't around to catch it.

As a photojournalist, I have won many international photo competitions, and have been selected for many collective exhibitions in Paris, Great Britain, and Finland.

Mantas Kubilinskas

If you want swoon-worthy, fine-art photographs, ones that will have you re-living every moment of your special day time and time again, then you definitely want to hire Mantas Kubilinskas Photography to shoot your wedding. Based in Washington D.C, Mantas specializes in creative photojournalism with an editorial flair. We simply love how he documents the complete essence of your love story from start to finish - brilliantly capturing the spontaneous and unexpected moments as they unfold throughout the day. A delight to work with, Mantas knows that every relationship is unique and he is passionate about making sure your photographs represent the entirety of your relationship with each other and your loved ones. Check out his vibrant portfolio and then contact him to photograph your wedding - he will travel anywhere to do so!

Anastasiia Polyakov

Hi, I'm Anastasiia, a wedding photographer living in Arlington, VA with my husband (we're a photography duo) and our silly lab-chow mix, Buddha.

Our couples are bold and fearless. We all know we have double chins, imperfect angles, extra/fewer pounds, you name it. Who cares? We love ourselves and our couples do too. The moments we capture are not edited up to industry/family/friends standards but are raw and real.

I am stoked to be a part of your wedding day. And I am there to document every single bit of it. All the tears/laughter/hugs and awkward moves on the dance floor. Raw. Unique to who YOU are. And not based on anyone's idea of what it should look like or what you should look like.

Kirsten Getz

My ultimate goal for your wedding is to follow your flow and your vibe and simply capture all the beautiful little moments (like when your partner reads the letter you wrote them or when the flower girl runs back up the aisle to pick up all the petals she just tossed) along with all the unforgettable big ones (your first look, your first kiss, and your first dance--lots of firsts!!). However, there are times when I'll offer a little creative direction. I love using that unique ray of light or window reflection to bring a WOW feel to an image. I also want to take advantage of the special location you have chosen and create some stunning portraits that really reflect everything this day means to you.
So if candid moments blended with artistic portraits are how you want to remember your day, message me and let's start talking!

Gabriele Stonyte

When I was a young girl growing up in Lithuania, I fell in love with everything about weddings. I got caught up in the joy, beauty, and emotion, and the sweet connections that happened between family and friends always made me smile. I still feel that way today.
Now I am living my dream as a wedding photographer in Washington D.C., and traveling for destination weddings nationally and abroad.
I am known for my documentary style which keeps me focused on candid moments and true emotions. It’s those kinds of story-telling wedding photos that you will see throughout my portfolio. When you trust me to be your wedding photographer, I want my photos to speak to you about your life, (not just make you look amazing). Of course, I’ll capture gorgeous portraits, group shots, and details to fill in your collection, and I’ll do it all without controlling the flow of your celebration. When you look at your photo years from now I want you to feel the emotions you felt on your wedding day, just like it was yesterday, and remember how comfortable you felt in front of the camera.
If you find yourself drawn to my work, please reach out. I would love to know what captures your heart and makes you smile, and if our calendars align I would be thrilled to be your wedding photographer.
All the best,
Gabrielė Stonytė

Jacqie McKenzie

Capturing love sets my soul on fire. I can't get enough of photographing people in love - couples and families alike. I want to create art that expresses the connections between people in love. I want emotion to arise inside when my clients see their images. I want you to drown in the happiness, smiles, and adoration captured in your photos.

I work to build relationships with my clients so that I get to know the REAL people I'm working with. I photograph authenticity and REAL people, telling their unique story using insight on who they actually are. I capture candid moments as they were meant to be seen.

I'm adventurous and constantly improving my craft. I push myself to learn new styles and techniques so that I can provide only the best photos for each client. Each person is unique, and their photos should reflect who they are. You aren't square, so I won't stick you in a box.

All we have is NOW. Let's capture these fleeting moments and create heirlooms to be cherished for generations.

Lee Hickman

From our first meeting to your wedding day. I will be helping you both plan your perfect timeline to match your photography needs. By the time your wedding day rolls around we will be good friends and you will both feel comfortable around me and the camera.

That being said, I tend to stand back and let my couples interact with each other to capture that true raw emotion when they think no one is watching, that's when I snap the oh so perfect image. I shoot in a photojournalism style, mixing in highly stylized imagery and a whole lot of fun to document the unique story of your wedding day.

After all that I can tell you I'm a outdoor enthusiast and take a 2 week hiking and backpacking trip every year. Cats and dogs are both my friends and I always have to have my morning coffee.

Ashleigh Bing

For as long as I can remember, photography has been a part of my life. My dad always owned a camera and being a daddy's girl, I was drawn to the art of storytelling from behind the lens. In high school I grew more fascinated with capturing memories. We're talking pre-Facebook!

Seven years ago, I was asked what my dream job was. Without hesitation my boastful response, "a traveling photographer" filled the room. I didn't know then but the journey to full-time professional photography was right around the corner. In 2011, after being laid off, I decided to no longer just dream about doing what I love but to jump in feet first.

I pride myself on originality, authenticity, creativity and most importantly, high quality imagery. Creating the nostalgic feeling that you get when you look at your photographs. The feeling of elation and pure joy that engulfs you after.

Iryna Kruchko

Through my love of wedding photography, I capture beautiful, emotional, in-the-moment photographs, and deliver so much more. For me, the honor of shooting your wedding means listening deeply to your dreams, laughing easily with your friends, and doing absolutely everything within my power to ensure you have the best day of your life. When you choose me as your photographer, you can expect me to stay positive, relaxed, and supportive, while I focus on the best lighting, the most flattering angles, and the critical moments of connection that bring out the best in you and your guests.

Based in Virginia and originally from Belarus, I've traveled all around the world meeting people from dozens of cultures and backgrounds, and over the years I've honed my style into a blend of documentary photography with a fashionable, European flair. If you'd like to get gorgeous and play in front of the camera, I'm definitely game. And if you want to stay away from posing, I'll stay in the wings to make you look stunning anyway.

Please give me a call or drop me a line, and let's talk about what matters most to you when it comes to wedding photography. Because after all, that's what matters most to me.

Christin Boggs Peyper

After spending years dreaming up the most gorgeous wedding day and months lining up all the little details that turn your dreams into reality, Christin Photography will capture it all! From the delicate fabric of your gown to the thoughtfully arranged table decor; from the quiet nerves of getting ready to walk up the aisle to your prince charming, to the tender moments that the two of you share, and the wild excitement of partying all night with your best friends... Let Christin Photography capture your dreams!

Christin Photography was founded by Christin Boggs Peyper, an international fine art photographer with over 18 years of experience in the field. Virginia based, travel ready!

Aleksey Polyakov

Hi, I'm Alex, a wedding photographer living in Arlington, VA with my beautiful wife and our silly chow-lab mix named Buddha.

I love meeting couples who are passionate about life and each other. My strength is storytelling through a series of images that show the many wonderful colors of your relationship.

Adam Mason

You matter. Your story matters. More than materialism or Pinterest ideas. My goal is to create photos that represent your story, not put you in a box. When you see those photos of loved ones and they represent those people so well, that's my goal. Memories lasting forever and telling a story that spans across generations is what this job is really about. Maybe I'm the right fit for your wedding day, whether at weddings in Washington DC, or at the destination wedding of your dreams.

I'm Adam, a Washington DC Wedding Photographer and I'm already excited to photograph your wedding! I was born for meeting people and telling their stories. My couples don't fit in a box, and neither does my work. I'm not a model and I don't expect my couples to be. If this sounds like your adventure, tell me more about your wedding!

Bobby Bandz

Bobby Bandz Productions doesn't just capture the moments and tell a story! We provide an amazing stress free experience no matter what! We stand by building relationships with our clients from day 1 all the way past their wedding or event. 1 word to describe us....unique! We go above and beyond for our clients because this is what we love to do.

Anissa Rahman

Hi! I'm Anissa :)

And I love making pictures.

I grew up around a large family, one that loved showing affection by feeding people. When my mom was in the hospital having my baby brother, there are reports of my dad making 'stuffed Anissa'.

I haven't stopped stuffing myself since.

With photos. With art. With love. With a genuine drive and passion to keep learning. To keep growing. And to keep connecting.

I love getting to know people. My day job as an palliative medicine physician has allowed me to gain insight into people's lives in genuinely profound ways. What an incredible privilege to be able to bring that into my work as a photographer and an artist.

I would LOVE to document the moments that define YOU and who you are - as a parent, as a child, as a sibling, or just as a human being. Whether it's the day you're professing your love for the one you want to spend the rest of your life with, whether it's the day you're bringing a new human into the world, or whether it's a day where you're struggling to just BE, I would consider it a huge honor to be witness to it and celebrate your life with you.

Sunny Mathur

A couture studio based in Washington DC specializing in South Asian, Inter-Faith and cultural weddings.

Maria Fasih

I Love Weddings. Being a wedding photographer its like a dream come true for me. I love to captures from the tiniest detail of the bride's dress to the extravaganza first dance of the couple. Father daughter emotion or mom and groom smiles. My style is more about story telling.

Michael Snyder

Michael O. Snyder is an award-winning photographer and filmmaker based in Charlottesville, VA and Washington, D.C. His work has been featured by National Geographic, The Guardian, Roads & Kingdoms, The Washington Post, The Wild Magazine, NPR, The Washingtonian, Political Science and Politics, and Beautiful Decay. He has worked, lived and traveled around the world as a photographer, filmmaker, adventurer and social innovator, including stays in Japan, Scotland, Uganda, New Zealand, Hawaii and Ecuador.

He has shot weddings for over 17 years and is a member of Fearless Photographers™, the world's top organization for creative wedding photography. His style is a mix of candid, posed and creative photography, blending techniques from across genres. His work has been featured in galleries, magazines, books, television and at film festivals around the world. He was recently featured in Washingtonian Bride & Groom Magazine's 'Best Vendors' edition and selected for one of the best photos of 2016.

Akbar Sayed

You're in the middle of crying and laughing at your wedding (cause that's how much emotions work) and a strand of hair slightly turns out of place. You'd obviously want to be stopped and have your hair completely redone and then fake that moment right? Yeah, I didn't think so. Your wedding is a day that you two get to enjoy yourselves and come together and we believe in capturing that as it happens - not taking over the wedding and making it a fancy photoshoot. Capturing authentic moments is what we do and when you need a little direction we'll gently guide you too. We take special care to learn all of the details about what's important to you on your wedding day through a 4 step process so that your day goes as smoothly as possible.

When you're comfortable you'll be relaxed. When you see your partner you'll be happy. When you're happy and relaxed is when you'll have the most fun and when you'll look the best. I help people feel comfortable.

Edward Underwood

Over the past decade, my wife and I have been witnesses some pretty amazing occasions, and our goal as creatives is to record your special day through photos. We are passionate photographers and believe every individual has an exclusive style all their own. We believe all stories are meant to be told and sincerely look forward to helping tell yours.

Abram Landes

Hi, I am Abram Landes, a wedding and event photographer located by Washington, D.C.

While I love working as a photographer, it is my mission to change the negative perceptions of wedding photography to an aspect to look forward to within your wedding day!

My objective is to take away any apprehension and replace it with anticipation to see the finished images. I do this by using vivid colors, energetic compositions, being there for just the right *emotional* moments, and by showing the couple looking amazing in every image I deliver.

Going into ten years of photography has lead me share incredible experiences with my clients: being stuck overnight rock climbing in Colorado with a wedding party, wedding sessions near the U.S. Captiol Building, visiting China for a wedding, and recently photographing performance headliners and high-end galas in the DC area over the past few years. All that to say: I love catching the vision of what a couple has for their day and producing high-quality work that capture their event perfectly.

Taking risks by reinterpreting wedding photography has been inherent in my work, and being a part of Fearless only pushes me further to take bigger risks as a photographer. Safe photography rarely produces amazing work. I am always being pushed to hunt for new and exciting ideas, especially through being a part of this amazing community.

Lisa Rhinehart

Arriving from Harrisburg, PA

5 Fearless Awards

I specialize in creative, high-quality imagery that is custom-tailored to fit YOU!

I love uniqueness in life & people. I am drawn to beauty, color & emotion- I notice the little things. When photographing a wedding, I strive to capture emotion, events, and all the details come together to make it beautiful and extraordinary. I capture you at your best and all the personality and life of your friends and family for memories that will last a lifetime!

Joseph Gidjunis

Arriving from Philadelphia, PA

3 Fearless Awards

JPG Photography comprises a studio of award-winning photojournalists who recognize the quirky humor that is real life. Our couples are independent people who want to capture what is true and fun about themselves and their families. Joe G worked as a photojournalist with news organizations for 10 years, and uses a moment-driven vision to document your event.

Lionel Madiou

Arriving from Baltimore, MD

3 Fearless Awards

I believe your wedding images should allow you to feel what it was like to be there.

Dmytro Sobokar

Arriving from New York, NY

2 Fearless Awards

In my works, I make an emphasis on individual style and special atmosphere, on geometry and light. What is photography for me? It is a possibility to stop the time, to catch something really genuine, minutes of happiness, love and tenderness, moments of gratitude, attachment, respect, perception and awareness of love. I try to depict all this in my work. The good picture helps to live such moments over again in our memory.