The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Brightwood, VA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Brightwood, VA

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179 Wedding Photographers in Brightwood, VA

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Pop of Molly Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Your wedding day is a whirlwind of family and friends, vows and true love, good food and of course lots of cake! With a wedding photographer, all the beautiful moments can be captured and remembered forever. Pop of Molly Photography focuses on candid photography encapsulating the bride and groom and wedding guests enjoying the moment and being their own beautiful selves. Focusing on candid photography doesn't mean I won't take the time to sit down with you and go over the "must have" shots, list of family members and wedding party, and ensure I have photos of all your Pinterest board "dream wedding" photos.

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We hired Molly as our photographer for our micro wedding in Shenandoah National Park. She was amazing to work with from beginning to end. From hearing out our ideas, giving us pointers, and researching the area for us to get our best pictures. She is everything you want in a candid wedding photographer and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you, Molly!!
Deven C., a year ago
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Nancy Luna Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I am a Charlottesville, Richmond, and DC Wedding and elopement photographer. I love bringing joy by serving others. I found that through this gift of photography, it’s a way to express the love I have for people and it’s truly an honor to capture those moments that are once in a lifetime. To me, photography is more than taking photos, it's being a supportive friend throughout your day. It’s a privilege to have your trust and it's not something I take lightly. When delivering your gallery, there's no words to describe how I feel knowing this is a piece of history for you and your loved ones

I had the great pleasure of working with Nancy when one of my couples hired her (I own a venue and provide planning/coordination services). She was extremely professional, while still be fun. She put the couple at ease which produced stellar photos. They had fun and laughed which made all the photos to look natural rather than staged. I work with photographers all over the state and beyond and I can truly say Nancy is a joy to work with and her images are stunning! You won’t be disappointed by hiring her to photograph your wedding or any important life events.
Oak Creek Farm, a year ago
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Kristy Good Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I am a destination photographer based in the Shenandoah Valley, VA. I capture everything from proposals to engagements, elopements, and more traditional micro-weddings. My editing style leans towards vibrant and true-to-color, but I am creatively inclined to match your vision in whatever way best tells your story. I love working with unique couples, so bring all your fun, quirky ideas!

Kristy took the time to get to know us as a couple and really got a sense of what we were looking for. We wanted a few poses pictures with family, but mostly just candid photos of our day. We wanted to be present with each other and our friends and family, while still having some lovely photos. Kristy 100% delivered!!!
Emily L., 5 months ago
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Tall and Small Photography 
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Tall and Small Photography is a husband and wife photography team based in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Tall and Small Photography specializes in funky and unique wedding photography styles and will work with you to make any vision you may have come to life. Tall and Small Photography embrace documentary style photography with a dash of artistic flare.

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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Original Weddings 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.

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Sound Originals was so amazing! Everything was really simple and straightforward to get everything planned. The communication was clear and we could ask them anything and they were always quick to respond. We didn't super know what we wanted but just had some ideas and the photographer and planner helped our visions to come true and way exceed our expectations!!! Definitely recommend
Parker A., a year ago

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Megan Rei Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I'm a wedding and dog photographer based in the Northern Virginia/DC area with a focus on capturing fun, candid, colorful photos of the people and pups you love! I'm always willing to travel, especially back to my home state of New York.

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From the moment we booked Megan Rei Photography, we were impressed by their professionalism and responsiveness. Megan made it easy to communicate with, always getting back to us promptly and addressing any questions or concerns we had. On the day of the wedding, they were knowledgeable, prepared, and punctual, ensuring the photography portion of our day went smoothly. Megan had a great eye for detail and captured all the special moments beautifully. We are thrilled with the quality of the photos and felt we received excellent value for the price. We highly recommend Megan Rei Photography to any couple looking for a talented and reliable wedding photographer.
Angela D., 8 months ago
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3:17 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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
Rave Review: 3:17 Photography – Absolutely Phenomenal! 10/10 – We are over the moon with our experience working with 3:17 Photography! This married photographer duo is nothing short of extraordinary. From start to finish, they showcased a perfect mix of efficiency, artistry, and a genuine love for what they do. Their professionalism and obvious experience put us at ease right away. They came prepared, knowing exactly how to capture every moment beautifully while keeping the day running smoothly. Their ability to envision and execute artistic shots was incredible—they didn’t just take photos; they told our story through their lens. They’re also so personable! They made us feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera, which shows in every shot. Their attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring no moment or memory was overlooked. What stood out most was their diligence and teamwork. Watching them work together with such harmony was inspiring. They kept everything on schedule without ever making us feel rushed, and they always had creative ideas to make every shot unique and special. If you’re looking for a photography team that’s efficient, artistic, detail-oriented, and just plain wonderful, look no further than 3:17 Photography. They captured our wedding day perfectly, and we’ll treasure these photos forever. Thank you both for making our day even more magical! #317Photography #DreamTeam #BestPhotographers
Moriah L., 8 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
  • Offer



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

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We couldn’t be happier with the incredible work Portraits by Sean did on our wedding day! From start to finish, he was professional, creative, and so easy to work with. Sean stayed until the very end of the night, capturing every special moment without ever making us feel rushed. One of the things we really appreciated was how he worked with the kids—getting them to smile and be comfortable without any stress. Their ability to blend in while also capturing candid, beautiful moments was outstanding. We were blown away by the quality of the photos, and they truly exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Portraits by Sean to anyone looking for a talented and reliable photographer to capture the magic of their day!
Kurt, 5 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2025, we have 120+ weddings booked in 34 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.

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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film were the perfect wedding photographers and videographer for our special day. Their communication style was clear, quick, and helpful throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work and value was professional, punctual, and creative. They helped us feel comfortable when shooting with each other, our bridal party, and families, and were simply fun to work with! I loved working with Ledd and his amazing team, as they provided exactly what we were looking for and created beautiful memories for us that we will cherish forever.
Julia T., 6 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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.

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I booked Heather after seeing her photos posted by my venue and I feel like the luckiest girl in the world for having found her. Heather and her team are incredibly organized, professional, and kind. She was the rock I needed on our day to help us stay on track and to keep everything moving. She met with us multiple times leading up to our big day and helped give us direction for planning each step of the wedding day schedule. Her aesthetic is beautiful and warm and she was able to capture and create photos that were worthy of a wedding magazine. If you are looking for an experienced, strong, and aesthetically gifted team then Heather and her team are the people for you. I cannot thank them enough for helping us and for helping capture our day!
Kim O., 2 months ago
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Cesario Mendez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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.

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It was great to work with Cesar. From the moment we had our introductory call with him, we were drawn in by his authenticity, humor and laid back energy. We knew he was a good fit for a day that we wanted to keep positive, low-stress, and focused. When it came time for him to give instructions for couple and family shoots, he was confident and cool. In fact, many of our guests went out of their way to share how impressed they were with Cesar. He did a great job capturing our daytime wedding despite the quick change from cloudy and rainy to a bright springtime sun. He struck the perfect balance of positioning himself well to get great shots without being conspicuous or obtrusive. I plan to hire Cesar for other events in the future and recommend that my friends do the same.
Sarah and D., 2 months ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
  • Offer

Dreaming of vibrant, whimsical wedding photos with no travel fees? Hi, I'm Sophia! Capturing love stories through my lens is not just a job but a profound joy that I cherish with every wedding I photograph. It's been six years and I've photographed close to 100 weddings which seems unreal! The photography gene runs in my family, my great-grandfather had his own photography studio in Panama and from there, knowledge of photography was passed down through the generations of my family to me. I believe in always having fun and prioritizing an stress-free lifestyle which translates into my photography style — candid, authentic, and joyful.

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We were thrilled with Sophia Osborne Photography for our wedding photos. Sophia was extremely professional in all of our communications leading up to the big day - she was organized, responsive, and helped us feel at ease. On the wedding day, she captured so many beautiful candid moments with her vibrant, creative style. The colors and lighting in both our portraits and reception photos are gorgeous and realistic. We were so excited when we got our sneak peek photos - they perfectly capture the joy and love from our special day. We can't wait to receive the full photo package and relive more memories.
Miranda F., a year ago
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Alysa Segovia Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I'm an elopement and small wedding photographer based out of Virginia committed to providing the best photography experience to my couples. My style is natural, photojournalistic, and authentic. I take the time to get to know you and work with you to capture beautiful moments that are sincere and candid. I won't miss a thing, from the first kiss to the captivating laughs to the small, intimate moments that no one else sees.

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I really struggled when picking a photographer because much of our wedding was happening indoors (early December wedding). I wanted gorgeous photography with a warm, cozy feel. Alysa’s photos here on Zola were the first I’d seen where I truly loved the style. I’m so glad we found her!!!! She gave us the cozy feel I was going for and she is the most pleasant person to work with! She made my husband and I feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She did both our engagement (and helped us select a location for that) and wedding. We highly recommend Alysa! She is spectacular and takes the most stunning photos!!!
Frances, 5 months ago
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Jac&Mac Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
  • Offer

We’re an award-winning husband and wife photography team providing our services for over 17 years oof Weddings and Event Photography, all over DC, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania. Speaking of Ourselves - Macky & I have been Married for 25 years and going strong through all the hardships, challenges, and rewards Life brings to our family, we bring more than just taking photos, we bring friendship, knowledge and experience. 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.

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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., a year ago
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Kylie Hinson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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.

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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., a year ago
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Precious Pics White Glove 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

With over ten years of experience, Precious Pics is proud to have made many brides’ days easier to remember by producing beautiful wedding photos and films. We are professionals at everything that we do and stay connected with couples before and after the Big Day. We help with your timelines, design packages specifically for your personal needs, and never surprise you with fees or hidden expenses.

Precious Pics White Glove was an amazing wedding photography vendor for our special day. Their communication style was very communicative. We really appreciated how their white glove concierge stayed on top of things and assisted us throughout the process. The quality of their work and value was awesome. The photos came out exactly as we wanted, and the video was even longer than we expected. Their concierge did our timeline and assisted with a lot of arrangements, providing advice that even our planner didn't give. Overall, this is a great company that I highly recommend using. They work with top photographers and have affordable prices compared to others in the area.
Tim, 2 months ago
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Jesslyn McCartney Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Please reach out through my website! I am inactive on zola. My photos are emotion-centered and in the moment. I shoot a combination of 35mm film, medium format film, polaroids, and digital photography. My goal is to notice the right moments and turn them into timeless, artistic, photos made with love - not photos that look like everyone else's. :)

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Jesslyn is immensely talented. Our photos are so beautiful and are indicative of the level of skill she possesses. Working with her was a pleasure, she is communicative, and made us feel at ease throughout the planning process. Not to mention she was such a lovely presence at our wedding, our family still talks glowingly about her two months later. Overall we cannot praise Jesslyn enough, we would confidently recommend her services to anyone looking for a photographer.
Kathleen K., 21 days ago
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Emie's Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Your wedding day should feel like you, relaxed and joyful, surrounded by the people you love most. It’s about real moments, laughter, happy tears, and the quiet in between times that make the day truly yours. I take a documentary style approach to capture those moments as they happen, so you don’t feel like your day is just a checklist. I step in when needed, like for family formals, but mostly focus on letting you enjoy your day while those candid moments unfold naturally.

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My wife and I could not have been happier working with Emie for our wedding in Charlottesville, VA. We found and approached her at the last minute after the photographer we had originally booked needed to back out. She was so accommodating working with us and getting everything together on such a tight schedule. Furthermore, Emie made us feel incredibly comfortable throughout the day, and the volumes of pictures she took captured exactly our vibe and spirit as a couple. She got us immediately. From our initial phone call through beyond the wedding day, she truly went above and beyond our expectations. Thank you, Emie!!!
Damian W., 2 years ago
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Completely Captured 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Completely Captured is a team of storytelling photographers, videographers, and content creators with an eye for sweet and sexy moments. Our team of storytellers will travel anywhere to capture your love story, one fun moment at a time. Every wedding is a unique chapter in your life's collection of adventures, and we're excited to be a part of your next adventure.

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I first heard about Completely Captured when my husband (then fiancé) booked Elizabeth for our engagement session. We loved the photos so much that we knew we had to book her again for our elopement. Elizabeth’s communication and planning were exceptional. She was incredibly flexible with dates, understanding our need to finalize locations closer to the ceremony. We scheduled a phone call to discuss our vision, and she beautifully captured the inspiration photos I shared. She also helped plan the photography timeline and was proactive with poses and lighting suggestions, which I greatly appreciated. On our elopement day, Elizabeth was professional, friendly, and prepared with all the necessary equipment. She made us and our family, including our french bulldog, feel completely comfortable and even stayed longer to ensure we got all the shots we wanted. The final gallery exceeded all expectations. She even shared sneak peeks the same day, which was such a thoughtful touch. Our family loved the photos so much that we made albums for them, and everyone kept commenting on her incredible work. What stood out most was how personable Elizabeth was—she felt like more than a photographer; she became a friend. I wholeheartedly recommend her for any wedding or elopement. She’s a talented professional and a joy to work with!
Anali O., 8 months ago
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Potok's World Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

I am part of a husband and wife team. My husband Pete is a laidback Minnesotan and I grew up in Germany. Between the two of us we speak multiple languages. Though we are based in the DC metro area we love to travel for destination weddings!

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My partner and I are big fans of Anji and Pete. We’re both a bit camera shy and they are wonderful at creating a fun, relaxed atmosphere and helping us find natural poses. Their photos are BEAUTIFUL. They are skilled at taking candids that capture the emotions of the moment. We’ve had the pleasure of taking engagement, wedding, and maternity photos with Anji and Pete, and look forward to continuing to work with them to capture and share the special moments in our lives. We could not recommend them more highly.
Jackie S., 2 years ago
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Sravya Khasnavees Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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.

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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., a year ago
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Nationwide Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

We provide top level local photographers nationwide including your area, and we are very proud of our 100% 5 star rating! 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 also purchase prints at wholesale prices. We also provide top level local DJ & video services in budget friendly packages!

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Darrell from Nationwide Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer was incredibly easy to communicate with throughout the entire wedding planning process. He took his time and made sure I got every single photo I wanted to capture on our special day. Darrell contributed to making our wedding day feel so special by ensuring every detail felt important, keeping me relaxed and happy, and making sure everything ran smoothly. His professionalism and passion for his work were evident in the beautiful photos he delivered that we will cherish forever. I would highly recommend Nationwide Spectacular Photographer to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Taylor L., a month ago
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Mae Krell Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Brightwood, VA
  • 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.

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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., 9 months ago
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Kelly Loss Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

What if your wedding photos showed how you felt, not just how you looked? When you choose me to photograph your wedding, we’ll sit down to figure out what photos are must-haves and how you want your day to feel. Your images will capture your day in its entirety: the spontaneous joy, the precious family photos, the experience you created for your guests. Less posing. Less fussing. More celebrating.

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Kelly Loss was the absolute best to work with for our wedding photography!! She was a constant source of light throughout the whole planning process and our photos came out stunning! She is extremely organized and really helped us nail down the timeline of the day with planning meetings along the way, and was constantly reminding us to have fun and not get overwhelmed with the little things. Without her we would not have had such an amazing day and amazing photos to remember it by. Cannot recommend her enough!
Alexis, 6 months ago
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Sharon Natoli Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Hi there! I’m Sharon! I am a long-time professional photographer, a former award-winning photojournalist, and an official photographer for the Canadian Embassy. I love photographing weddings and I provide beautiful, bold, and romantic images for my couples to treasure forever.

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We had a great experience with Sharon as our wedding photographer. Sharon was kind, helpful, and joined in our excitement and happiness for our special day. She was great with helping us plan our day and gave helpful tips and suggestions to us on how to have our day run as smoothly as possible. She was a great communicator throughout the process and we absolutely love our wedding pictures. She did a great job and would definitely recommend Sharon for wedding photography!
Lauren, a year ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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

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I worked with McKenna yesterday for a wedding and I cannot say enough good things about her! She was kind, friendly, and easy to work with. She made the couple feel relaxed and it seemed like they enjoyed every second when they were with her. I’m counting down the days until I can see the final product. Look no further than 1828collective for your wedding photo needs!
Kaytlyn Greene, 2 years ago
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Lindsay King Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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.

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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 months ago
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Rise and Roam Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

Let's skip the business part and jump in, heads first, into being best friends?! I love connecting with people who are in love and value the essence of relationships, those big and small moments and everything in between. To live in the moment is my motto, allowing myself to be true to my feelings and always see the bright side of every experience. I've been photographing for 3 years and making friends along the way, creating memories that will withstand the test of time with a touch of art. Let's connect and make beautiful memories!?

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved working with Maria for our engagement and wedding photos! We knew from looking at her portfolio for the first time and after we connected over the phone that we’d found exactly the right person to capture our celebration. From in-person meetings to Zoom syncs, our partnership with Maria immediately felt comfortable and collaborative. Maria brought warmth and her expertise to the table, while we brought our personalities and our vision to capture the vibrance and energy of our wedding day. There are three main elements that I want to highlight from working together with Maria: 1. Our rainy day engagement shoot in Brooklyn - despite us being based in Brooklyn, NY and our wedding venue and Maria both being located in the greater Washington, DC area, Maria made her way up to NYC and graciously did an engagement shoot with us capturing shots in some of our favorite places around Brooklyn. At first we were a bit worried when we saw that rain was in the forecast for our shoot day, but Maria assured us that the rain would only add to the romanticism of the shoot and she was absolutely right and truly delivered great shots. Not only that, she was great at directing us and making us feel relaxed throughout the entire session. 2. Maria’s unique proposal for our wedding day shoot - we connected with Maria nine months prior to our wedding, but she’s a sought after photographer! She was already booked on our wedding date, so she suggested an alternative for us to still be able to leverage her services and her editorial eye: she would suggest another trusted photographer to take raw photos on the day of our wedding, while she would still own all of the planning, coordination, and editing of all of our wedding photos so our images still got the Rise & Roam treatment. 3. Our wedding photos - Maria was highly communicative and phenomenal at making sure she understood what we were looking for in our shots. She made sure that our day-of raw photographer was aligned with our vision as well. (Shoutout to Sarah Mattozzi for being such a great day-of photographer and for partnering with Maria on our unique photography setup! Loved working with Sarah!). Just a few days after our wedding, Maria sent us a bunch of preview photos from the shoot and we were immediately struck by how well they turned out. Once we got the full album drop, we were so happy with all the images!! Maria captured the spirit, energy, and fun that was such a core part of our wedding celebration! Overall, I would highly highly recommend Maria to capture your own special day because she did a phenomenal job on capturing our celebration!
Paolo C., 9 months ago
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Chris Ferenzi Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Brightwood, VA

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
My husband Will and I got married in October and we planned everything together. Hands down, the easiest and best decision we made (besides going through with the marriage ;-)) was picking Chris as our photographer. He was so easy to work with from the get go. We set up a brief meeting, shared our vision (we wanted a "photojournalist approach"), and mapped out a schedule of events. Anything that we did not think to ask, he made sure to bring up and help make our vision more complete. Chris was excellent at capturing all of the tiny moments of the night without being in anyone's way. The pictures that he captured were absolutely STUNNING--the perfect amount of sentimental moments captured in beautiful lighting and silly off the cuff moments that captured the essence of each and every guest. We would work again with Chris in a heartbeat and friends have already requested his contact information for their ceremony. As an added bonus, because we did not end up using Chris for all of the allotted time, he offered to do a separate photoshoot whenever we would like. It's those little attention to details and customer service which make Chris stand out from the rest. Overall, Chris was kind, professional, quick to edit and publish photos, and an amazing photographer. You would not do wrong by hiring him!
Will & J., 5 years ago

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