The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Athens, AL

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Athens, AL

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85 Wedding Photographers in Athens, AL

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Bonnie Does Photos 

5.0

Athens, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000

I'm a digital wedding and portrait photographer serving north Alabama and surrounding areas, and I'm also available for travel! I offer digital downloads of all my galleries, with the rights to print wherever you wish.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with Bonne for years. We have worked together on weddings and I witness her professionalism and creativity as she shoots, always making the bride and groom feel comfortable in front of the camera. Not only have we worked together, but Bonne has done portraits for me on many different occasions and the photos are so special to me. Bonne has a great eye for composition and light, and always makes me feel comfortable and beautiful in front of the camera. When I get my photos back I am always amazed at what she captures and how she edits. Bonne delivers the edited images in a timely manner.
Meg Hill, 2 years ago
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The Rose Reflective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Athens, AL

Hi, I’m Milly. If you’re looking for a photographer to personalize your entire photography experience, you’ve found her. I specialize in photographing intimate weddings (less than 50 guests) and elopements. Let’s create moody, storybook photos that feel like YOUR LOVE— not a knockoff version of what anyone else is doing. I want you to have the engagement and wedding season you deserve.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't recommend Milly and The Rose Reflective enough. She ensures that your authentic vision and personality is celebrated and shown. You'll feel like you truly have someone in your corner. Incredible work and the best values.
The Stylist Abroad, a year ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Athens, AL

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 definitely recommend OLAS. Our favorite photos from the day were our fun wedding party pictures! Everything was explained clearly during the planning process and we wouldn’t change anything from the day. We received our wedding day photo gallery promptly at the time we were expected and it was a good surprise on our honeymoon.
Brian D., 6 months ago
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Bohemewinterphotography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Athens, AL

I'm based in North GA but always willing to travel for a real good time! I believe in wedding photographs that you will hold on to with your dear life. If you like what you see and feel like we're the right fit... let's connect!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ivanna is an incredible person! She is so easy to work with and takes away from the stress of wedding planning! She makes the day run seamlessly and ensures you get everything you want! She takes time to get to know you as a couple and you can see that in her pictures. Our photos are BEAUTIFUL! She’s become our lifetime photographer!
Megan B., a year ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Athens, AL
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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, a year ago
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Drozephotographs 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Athens, AL

Hey yall! I’m Madalyn, the owner of Drozephotographs and hopefully your new photographer friend! I am an Alabama based licensed photographer who loves every minute of it. If you’re looking for an easygoing yet professional photographer, I’m yours! ❤️ The thing that I stress the most importance of is soaking in the moments. Whether that be your first sip of coffee in the morning with your girls, or your big moment when you’re walking down that beautifully stretched aisle. Every moment is so so so important. I would love to be the one that tells your story through your littlest and biggest moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
Drozephotographs provided fantastic clear communication from the moment we booked them through the big day. Madalyn, our photographer, made the whole experience of having our wedding photos taken incredibly comfortable and enjoyable for two people who don't love being in front of the camera. Her kind and patient demeanor, combined with her unmatched attention to detail, resulted in incredibly beautiful work that we will cherish forever. I truly believe having Madalyn as our photographer made the entire experience of capturing our special day a total pleasure.
Victoria C., 2 months ago
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HEARTS in FOCUS 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Athens, AL
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Hi, I’m Heather! (that's me on the left) I'm a wedding photographer with a deep passion for capturing the genuine moments and raw emotions that make each wedding day so special. I’ve always been drawn to storytelling through photography, and over the years, I’ve developed a style that combines artistry with authenticity. My goal is to not just take pictures, but to tell the unique love story of each couple I work with, from the grand moments to the quiet, intimate details. My husband is a wedding videographer. So, if you are also looking for video, look no further!

Awarded Best of Zola
We were recommended to Hearts in Focus by our wedding planner, and we're so glad we went with them. From our first conversation, the team was incredibly responsive, professional, and friendly. On the day of the wedding, they were a calming presence and captured all the special moments beautifully. The quality of the photos and video is stunning - we love how they were able to artfully document our day. Hearts in Focus provided excellent value and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking for talented photographers who will make the process seamless.
Sirin P., 5 months ago
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Nationwide Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Athens, AL
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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 $899. 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide was an amazing choice for our wedding day. From our first interaction, they were incredibly open-minded and responsive, working closely with us to understand our vision and preferences. Their communication was top-notch, and they arrived on the day with perfect timing, capturing all the special moments seamlessly. The quality of their work was truly amazing - the photos they delivered were stunning and on-trend, providing incredible value for the investment. We are thrilled with the beautiful memories they helped create, and would highly recommend Spectacular Photographer to any couple planning their wedding.
Marisol B., 22 days ago
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Mae Krell Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Athens, AL
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Mae, and I live in Brooklyn with my girlfriend, our two dogs Apollo and Bia, her cat Gigi and my lizard, Basil! I’ve always been passionate about capturing moments as authentically and magically as possible, and as i’ve settled more into this career path, I love that i’ve landed in a place where I have the privilege to capture and preserve people’s love stories. Weddings and elopements are so distinctly and uniquely human, and it’s truly the biggest honor to be trusted to document them.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a great experience with Mae! She made us feel so comfortable throughout the whole shoot and made sure we got a bunch of great photos in some gorgeous locations. Post-shoot she put in so much effort editing our photos to make sure they were perfect once they were turned around to us which didn't take long at all. Highly highly recommend Mae for any photoshoot needs you might have!
Claire F., 8 months ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Athens, AL

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Angela was incredible to work with! She was the absolute sweetest and she was able to communicate so well. She was on time and she went above and beyond. She has a great eye and an even better personality. All the photos came out stunning. The only regret is not having her there longer. I would absolutely recommend her!
Amanda D., 7 months ago
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Angelina Carrasquillo Captured 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Athens, AL

Hey there! My name is Angelina and I started practicing photography in August 2020, but I've had an interest in it since I was 13 years old (I really wanted to shoot for National Geographic). Now I've expanded into portraits, engagement sessions, and I've done small weddings. I'm a Chicago native but I've also lived in Iowa, Arizona, Nebraska, Texas, & now Mississippi!! What can I say, I enjoyed a somewhat nomadic lifestyle. I also just got married on August 31st, so I know how it feels to be both a service provider and a customer! My style of photography is more candid with a documentary style approach, but I do love a good editorial moment!

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't be happier with our experience with Angie! She captured our wedding day beautifully, blending professionalism with a warm, friendly presence. The candid shots were especially stunning, showcasing the genuine emotions of the day. Communication was easy, and we received our photos promptly. Highly recommend Angie for anyone looking to preserve their special moments! Thank you for the amazing memories!
Keesha, 9 months ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Athens, AL
  • 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 9 months ago
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Rock&Love Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Athens, AL

WE'RE MARIA AND RICARDO, WE ARE HUSBAND AND WIFE AND THE HEART BEHIND THE PICTURES. WE ARE BASED IN NYC AND TAKE WEDDING COMISSIONS ALL AROUND THE US AND ABROAD BUT WE ARE ORIGINALLY FROM SPAIN AND PUERTO RICO MARIA IS YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER, ALL THE IMAGES ARE TAKEN AND EDITED BY HER. RICARDO IS YOUR VIDEOGRAPHER AND RUNS THE BUSINESS AND MAKES SURE EVERYTHING GOES AS IT SHOULD. THERE IS A LOT GOING ON BEHIND THE SCENES.OUR PHOTOGRAPHY IS BOLD & CREATIVE, AIMING TO TELL STORIES AND DOCUMENT THE REAL MOMENTS. WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SHOOT A FEW FORMALS AND WE ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE BRIDE AND GROOM SESSIONS.

Awarded Best of Zola
We can’t say enough good things about them! From the start, they felt like part of the crew, super chill, easy to work with, and just fun to be around. On the big day, they somehow managed to be everywhere without ever feeling like they were in the way. They caught all the laughs, happy tears, and little moments we didn’t even realize were happening. And when we saw the photos/video? Absolutely blown away. It’s like they bottled up the whole feeling of the day, and now we get to relive it forever.
Ashley R., 3 months ago
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Anna Elisabeth Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Athens, AL
  • Offer

As a documentary-style photographer, I truly believe that the essence of life is captured in the unscripted, candid moments that often go unnoticed-- Each click of my camera is more than just a snapshot; it’s an opportunity to freeze time and preserve the love, joy, and uniqueness of your moments for generations to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where to begin?! Anna made my wedding day MAGICAL! Our photos felt like actual works of art, yet somehow were captured in such a natural way. She was the one decision I made as far as vendors go that I actually felt peace with. I had zero doubts she would make mine and my husbands day so special, and she truly did. I feel like I'm transported back into time every time I look at our photos!
Ashley, a year ago
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Willow + Rove Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Athens, AL

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., a year ago
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Papillon Visuals 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Athens, AL

Established in the Fall of 2011 with a purpose in mind: to capture the most important moments of your life. Our specialization is in weddings along with candid, authentic portraiture. We are an inclusive team of photographers, videographers, and content creators who enjoy capturing the important moments & the ones in-between. We are always ready for adventure & we have a goal to inspire everyone we connect with to love fiercely & to be passionate about their beautiful lives. Welcome to Papillon Visuals; it's a pleasure to meet you.

I connected with Rachel recently and I can not wait to work with her! As a wedding planner, I value how important it is to have a photographer that truly cares about their work and this shines in her portfolio! I will definitely be recommending Papillon Visuals to our clients at Wildflower Wedding Planning!
Khloe Jackson, 4 years ago
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Leslie Grace Photography & Films 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Athens, AL

Hello, I am so happy you stopped by! I am a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in the Memphis, Tennessee area but love to travel for photography as well. My business began in 2017 and has been going strong ever since. I have always loved photography but now have a passion for it since losing my mom to brain cancer several years ago. I would have taken so many more pictures that captured her personality, love for life, and love for people way more if only I had known how little time she had left. That is what I want to do for you!! Capture snapshots of your life and love, preserving your memories for a lifetime.

Leslie Grace Photography & Films was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. Their communication was phenomenal, outstanding, and always on time. The quality of their work and overall value is unmatched - Leslie has a way of making me feel like a model, and she would even send us photos at 2 AM just to make sure we could get our pictures back quickly. Leslie really went above and beyond to contribute to our special day. When I was feeling nervous before the ceremony, she called me aside and asked me to describe my wife in a few words, which ended up capturing such an emotional moment that I started tearing up. She also made the photo sessions fun and engaging, even getting our rambunctious toddler to smile the whole time. Leslie Grace Photography will undoubtedly be the only person we use for any future photoshoots - she makes us feel so comfortable and special, and has truly transformed what I used to dread into a party when my wife tells me it's time for photos!
Jb E., 3 months ago
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Abigail Kesecker Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Athens, AL
  • Offer

Abigail Kesecker is a documentary style wedding photographer with a love for capturing the candid, unscripted moments on your most important day. Sit back, relax, and let me create dreamy, magical photos from days you want to remember forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
Abigail was so nice and her work is so beautiful! We had no idea how to pose or anything and she walked us through it step by step and also caught the best off guard moments. I would recommend her to anyone again and again!
Katelyn N., a year ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Athens, AL

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

Awarded Best of Zola
Best vendor for our wedding! I'm really glad to have found them!
Stacy G., 4 months ago
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Hannah Claire Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Athens, AL

EDITORIAL MEETS DOCUMENTARY If you're looking for a photographer who captures the little moments and preserves your day in the way it happened, while bringing in the feel of curated images and an elevated experience, you're in the right place. Images will be created by curating artistic images with posing & prompts, while eliminating the feeling of your day being a production and capturing the real things as they happen. True-to-life and true-to-color is the vibe here to give you photos you'll want to share and hang on your walls until the end of time. If you're looking for magical, intentional photos that just scream you, let's connect.

I have worked with Hannah for capturing multiple of my major life events, but nothing tops her wedding photography!!! She helped capture every detail I wanted the ones I didn’t even know I would cherish down the road!! I specially requested golden hour photos after the ceremony, and they are my favorite from the whole album. Which were. Spot. On. Sooooo goooood. She is so talented in her way of capturing the most perfect of moments and getting personality in there, too! I cannot brag enough on my experience and photos from Hannah Claire Co. She jumped through hoops to help my wedding be the dream that I envisioned from the start. Hannah exudes kindness and selflessness when it comes to your very own special day. I would recommend her a billion times over!!!!!
Kara Y., a year ago
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Amanda Summerlin Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Athens, AL

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., 5 years ago
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Wil Cushman Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Athens, AL

Growing up my father was a professional photographer. He shot everything from wildlife, to sports, to products. He gave me my first camera when I was in high school and that kicked off my passion for photography. My wife is a very talented artist, and we are raising a beautiful little girl who is a burgeoning artist herself. I am based in Birmingham, Alabama and will photograph weddings across the Southeastern United States. I am also an LBGTQIA+ friendly wedding photographer. I believe that celebrating all love is beautiful and love the opportunity to capture it for you!

We had the pleasure of working with Wil to shoot our big day! He completely exceeded our photography expectations and captured our wedding day so so beautifully!! He went out of his to make sure he captured all the special moments between us, our family, and friends. moment. We couldn’t be happier with the end result! Wil is not only professional but a very nice and helpful guy. Clear and concise on what to expect and made the process seamless for us which was nice during what can be a stressful time. Truly can't recommend him and his work enough!
Sara & N., a year ago
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Jackson Donald Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Athens, AL

Hi! my name is Jackson Donald, and I grew up in Jackson, Mississippi where I have photographed most of my weddings. I'm now located in Tupelo, Mississippi where my wife, Anna, and I raise our family. I have loved wedding photography for many years, and am eager to share the special day with you!

Jackson was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. His communication style was easy, responsive, and kind, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of the work was truly stunning - he captured our special day in the most gorgeous, memorable way. Despite the rainy weather for our outdoor wedding, he made the most of the moody, dreamy conditions, and managed to capture breathtaking photos between the rain storms. The whole family felt comfortable with him, and he was able to capture us all naturally and beautifully. We could not be happier with the incredible photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come.
Molly and T., 10 months ago
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Beautiful Chaos Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Athens, AL

Your love isn’t ordinary—it’s a story written by the universe, filled with quiet stolen glances, belly laughs under the stars, and the kind of connection that feels like home. At Beautiful Chaos Photography, I’m here to capture it all—the messy, the magical, the raw, the real. 📍 Based in the Upper Peninsula, traveling wherever love leads 📸 Digital • Film • Super 8 Video 🌙 For the adventurous, the intentional, the souls who love deeply

Loved working with Beautiful Chaos! Great professionalism, and beautiful, unique work. She knows how to capture the moment, and give you a wonderful final result. Highly recommend booking!!
Samantha, 3 years ago
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Azlyn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Athens, AL
  • Offer

A passionate group of photographers and videographers that really have a passion for the creativeness that comes with taking pictures. We make sure that the client is not only having fun, but also feeling confident behind the camera.

Azlyn Photography was a pleasure to work with for our wedding. They had a nice, easygoing communication style that put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work and value was excellent - they showed great patience in capturing all the special moments of our day. Azlyn Photography navigated the stressful moments and challenging lighting conditions very well, ensuring we have beautiful photos to cherish. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, professional wedding photographer.
Seonna T., 7 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Athens, AL for additional fees

My name is Ali Cushing, WA-raised, NY-based, working anywhere, visually telling stories and capturing the authentic experience with intention. It's found in the whirlwind and the still moments, in heightened emotion and calm, and above all, celebrating what makes you and your partner exactly who you are with the people you choose to surround yourself with. In my photos, composition serves to frame the feeling, which I strive to contribute to bringing you joy. To make the photos about the day and not the day about the photos. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am SO HAPPY that we hired Ali for our wedding! She was so kind and easygoing while also totally in command and on top of every request we had photography wise. Her years of wedding coordination and event experience were truly evident throughout every step of the day. Not only was she totally on top of keeping us on our timeline and capturing all of the special moments, but she even went into super hero mode and on the spot sewed one of my bridesmaids dresses in the bathroom right before the ceremony without showing an ounce of stress. We already received our preview photos and are truly blown away by how she captured our love & our special day. Her attention to detail, calming presence, and creative approach are truly invaluable and we will be recommending her to everyone we know for years to come!
Leila D., 9 months ago

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