Where can I book a wedding photographer in Seattle?

You can book PhotoYari Photography directly on photoyari.com. Send your date, venue or city, estimated timeline, and guest count, and we will confirm availability and recommend the best coverage for your day.

Do you photograph Seattle elopements and courthouse weddings?

Yes. PhotoYari Photography provides elopement and courthouse wedding coverage in Seattle with a mix of candid storytelling and guided portraits, designed for intimate celebrations and weekday ceremonies.

Do you travel across Washington and Oregon for weddings and elopements?

Yes. PhotoYari Photography is based in Seattle and serves the Pacific Northwest, including locations across Washington and Oregon. Travel details are coordinated based on your venue, timeline, and any permit requirements.

What is your photography style?

Our style is timeless and true-to-color with a focus on real moments. We capture natural emotions and create lightly guided portraits so you look relaxed, confident, and flattering in every setting.

How far in advance should we book a Seattle wedding photographer?

Many couples book well in advance for popular weekend dates. If your wedding is coming up soon, reach out anyway as availability can change and weekday options may offer more flexibility.

Do you offer payment plans for wedding photography?

Yes. PhotoYari Photography offers flexible payment options so you can reserve your date and pay the remaining balance in scheduled installments before the wedding.

Do you offer videography or drone coverage?

Photo and video options are available, and drone coverage can be added when location rules and conditions allow. We confirm permissions and safety requirements based on your venue and timeline.

When will we receive our photos?

Delivery time depends on the size of the event and season. You will receive a professionally edited online gallery, and faster delivery options may be available upon request.

PNW Wedding Photographer & Videographer | PhotoYari

Honest, Timeless Wedding Photography in PNW

Cinematic, documentary wedding photography and videography for couples getting married across Washington, Oregon, and the Pacific Northwest. From misty forests and mountain peaks to modern city rooftops and waterfront venues, I create wedding photos and films that feel honest, emotional, and true to the way your day really felt.

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Seattle Wedding Photographer and Elopement Photographer

PhotoYari Photography is a Seattle wedding and elopement photography studio serving Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. I capture candid, documentary moments with true-to-color editing and calm guidance for natural portraits. Share your wedding date and venue or city to check availability and get a coverage recommendation.

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Professional coverage • Clear communication • Fast delivery • Web + print files

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Hi, I’m Yari — the photographer behind PhotoYari Photography. Based in Seattle, I photograph weddings and elopements across Washington and the Pacific Northwest, and I frequently travel throughout the West Coast and Southwest — including Oregon, California, Nevada, and Arizona — for couples who love genuine, documentary-style storytelling. You’ll receive clean composition, true-to-color editing, and an organized experience from planning to delivery.

Meet Yari — PhotoYari Photography

Calm guidance. Clean composition. Real moments.

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Capture Your Unique Love Story with PhotoYari

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A Smooth, Supportive Experience from Inquiry to Album

Your wedding photography should feel easy, organized, and genuinely you. With a background in photojournalism, I blend documentary storytelling with refined portrait direction—capturing elegant portraits and authentic, candid moments that age beautifully. I keep communication clear, timelines realistic, and delivery fast.

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Weddings & Elopements Across Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is an incredible place to get married – dramatic mountain ranges, evergreen forests, rocky beaches, and vibrant cities all within a few hours’ drive. As a Pacific Northwest wedding photographer and videographer, I travel throughout the region to document weddings, elopements, and celebrations in locations such as:

Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma & the greater Puget Sound area
Snohomish and Woodinville winery and barn wedding venues
North Bend, Snoqualmie & Snoqualmie Pass mountain weddings
Leavenworth & the Cascades for cozy alpine and winter celebrations
Mount Rainier and North Cascades National Park elopements
Olympic National Park, Ruby Beach & the Washington Coast
San Juan Islands & Whidbey Island waterfront weddings
Portland, Oregon & the surrounding metro area
The Oregon Coast – Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Pacific City and more
Columbia River Gorge weddings and adventure elopements

PNW Wedding Photography & Videography Services

Full-Day PNW Wedding Photo & Video

For couples who want the full story of their day, I offer full–day wedding photography and videography coverage. From getting ready and first look through your ceremony, portraits, reception, and dance floor, my team and I are there to capture both the big, emotional moments and the small, quiet ones that hold your day together. You’ll receive a cohesive set of wedding photos and cinematic films that tell the same story from start to finish.

Engagement & Proposal Sessions Across the PNW

Engagement sessions and surprise proposals are a beautiful way to celebrate this chapter of your story. We’ll choose a location that fits you – downtown Seattle, a forest trail, a mountain overlook, or the Oregon Coast at sunset – and create relaxed, romantic images that feel like your real relationship. If you’d like, we can also add short engagement video coverage so you have both photos and a mini film from this season of your life.

Pacific Northwest Elopements & Intimate Weddings

If your dream celebration looks more like hiking to a viewpoint at sunrise, reading vows in a forest clearing, or sharing a private first dance on the beach, an elopement or intimate wedding might be perfect for you. As a PNW elopement photographer and videographer, I help with timing, locations, and logistics so your experience feels easy – and the photos and films we create together feel powerful, personal, and deeply connected to the landscape.

Cinematic Wedding Films With Natural, True-to-Life Color

For couples who love the idea of reliving their vows, speeches, and dance floor energy, cinematic wedding films are the perfect complement to your photos. My approach to videography is documentary and story-driven – real audio from your day, paired with thoughtful music and meaningful visuals. You’ll receive a highlight film to share with friends and family, and additional film options based on your collection.

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PNW Elopement Packages: All-Inclusive Photography for Wild Hearts

ELOPEMENT

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Every collection is customized to your location, timeline, and priorities. Whether you’re looking for a PNW wedding photographer, a PNW wedding videographer, or combined wedding photography and videography packages, we’ll build something that fits your celebration and gives you the kind of memories you want to hold onto.

Kind Words

Yari photographed our wedding on August 23rd and did a fantastic job! From the very beginning, he was responsive, organized, and made the whole process feel easy and stress-free. On the wedding day, he blended in seamlessly, captured so many candid moments, and also guided us when we needed direction for portraits without making anything feel forced. The lighting, colors, and attention to detail in every image are amazing, and the final gallery was beautifully edited and delivered in a way that was simple to view and share with family and friends. We love every photo. He is worth every penny along with being affordable. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a great professional photographer.

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Jill & Jason

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Why Couples Choose PhotoYari for PNW Wedding Photo & Video

You have many options when it comes to PNW wedding photographers and videographers. Here’s what couples tell me they value most about working with PhotoYari:

Cinematic, documentary storytelling – a blend of candid coverage and relaxed, guided portraits so you never feel stiff or over-posed.
Natural, true-to-life color – editing that keeps your skin tones real and your images timeless, with no trendy filters that will look dated in a few years.
Photo and video from one cohesive team – one shared timeline, one creative vision, and a seamless experience for you and your guests.
Calm, organized presence – clear direction for portraits and family photos so you spend more time celebrating and less time worrying about the schedule.
Experience with Pacific Northwest light and weather – from fog and rain to bright sun, I know how to adapt so your photos and films look beautiful in any conditions.

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The Experience: From First Message to Final Gallery & Film

Inquire & Share Your Vision

Tell me about your wedding date, locations, and what you’re dreaming of for your photos and video. I’ll confirm availability and send you recommended PNW wedding photography and videography options based on your plans.

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Portfolio Highlights

Explore curated galleries that show full-day storytelling—from getting ready through the last dance. You’ll see consistent color, intentional composition, and photographs that feel like you, including candid wedding photos that preserve the energy of the day.

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Use Cases & Sharing

Your gallery is built for modern sharing: web-ready files for social and mobile, plus high-resolution files for prints and books. You’ll also receive guidance for printing, framing, and safe backup so your investment stays protected. Your files are organized, named clearly, and easy to distribute with your family.

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The Experience

Inquiry & Quote — Share your date, venue(s), and priorities. I’ll send a tailored proposal.
Planning — We refine your timeline, portrait plan, and family lists.
Wedding Day — Calm guidance for portraits; candid coverage for everything in between.
Delivery — Next-day sneak peeks; full gallery delivered promptly.

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Wedding & Elopement Photography FAQs

You can book PhotoYari Photography directly through the inquiry form on photoyari.com. Share your wedding date, venue/city, and an approximate timeline, and we’ll confirm availability and recommend the best coverage option for your day. Once details are confirmed, we’ll guide you through a simple booking process to officially reserve your date. If you’re planning from out of state, we can coordinate everything remotely.

PhotoYari Photography blends candid storytelling with lightly guided portraits, so you look natural and confident without stiff posing. Our editing style is clean and true-to-color, designed to feel timeless for years. We focus on real emotion, strong composition, and consistent lighting so your full gallery feels cohesive. The goal is a wedding story that looks elegant and authentic, from start to finish.

Coverage depends on your wedding structure, travel between locations, and how important details like getting-ready photos and reception coverage are to you. Many couples choose coverage that includes ceremony, portraits, family formals, and key reception moments, while smaller celebrations may need less. PhotoYari Photography helps you choose hours based on a realistic timeline, not a generic package. Share your ceremony time and locations and we’ll recommend the ideal coverage length.

Yes. A well-planned timeline is one of the biggest factors in getting beautiful photos without feeling rushed. PhotoYari Photography helps you map out portrait timing, buffer time for travel, and the best light for outdoor photos, while keeping the day comfortable and fun. We also coordinate timing for family photos and key moments so everything flows smoothly. If you have a planner or coordinator, we collaborate to keep the schedule efficient.

Absolutely. Many Seattle venues have dim indoor lighting and weather can change quickly, so we plan for both. PhotoYari Photography uses professional techniques to keep images clean, flattering, and true-to-color while preserving the mood of the space. We’ll also help you identify backup portrait locations or covered options near your venue when needed. With the right plan, you still get a strong gallery regardless of conditions.

When you book PhotoYari Photography for your Seattle wedding, you receive professional photography coverage, meticulous editing, and an easy-to-use online gallery for downloading and sharing your photos. We offer planning guidance before the wedding to ensure you feel confident about the timeline, lighting, and portrait flow. You'll get high-resolution images perfect for printing and sharing, all with a consistent, polished look. To get started, send us your date and venue/city so we can confirm availability and recommend the best coverage plan.

Yes. PhotoYari Photography approaches cultural and multi-event celebrations with respect, careful planning, and strong storytelling. We plan coverage around the traditions that matter most to you and your families, including timing, key participants, and meaningful details. If your celebration includes multiple days or events, we can structure coverage so the full story feels complete and well-documented. Share a brief outline of your events and we’ll recommend the best coverage approach.