Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Swannanoa, NC

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Evan Taylor Studio

5.0

Greenville, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

We are photographers for hire with a love for candid moments and a modern, fine art aesthetic. Evan is your point person and lead photographer. He has been shooting weddings, portraits, and brand work for over 6 years. Gabrielle’s background lies in visual arts and theatre, and comes well into play during creative decision making. Her attention to detail and eye for beauty is unmatched. We look forward to partnering with you to create and capture, whatever the story.

We hired Evan and Gabrielle for our Spring 2024 wedding in Asheville. From the time we booked them, up until the gallery delivery, they were always super consistent with communication and delivered us the most beautiful wedding photos we could have asked for. In looking for a photographer we had a pretty specific style and sentiment we wanted to capture, and Evan executed on it perfectly. They are pretty delightful people too which is an added bonus!
Lucy N., 5 days ago
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Stefanie Haviv Photography

5.0

Richfield, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi! I'm a Charlotte native, mom of 3, horse and cat mom, passionate cook, artist, gardener and all things creative. I love hearing love stories, getting to know my couples, and really working my hardest to not only deliver full wedding day coverage, but that WOW factor, that makes you KNOW in your heart you chose the right photographer.

I worked with Stef and Stephanie for our engagement shoot and our fall wedding in 2023. Both of them were so amazing to work with. They made us feel at ease and were so fun to work with and the pictures!! The pictures were so amazing! I seriously don’t think I could love the pictures any more than I do right now!! I highly recommend working with Stef!
Brittany & M., 5 months ago
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Amy Weits Photography

5.0

Hendersonville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,250

Hey there! John & Amy here, the husband and wife team behind the cameras. We’re both adventurers, daydreamers, and you guessed it wildly in love. Fun fact, we’re actually highschool sweethearts and have been together for 10+ years. We are currently based in NC and are transitioning to WA in 2022. We love to travel and are down to adventure throughout the US & Beyond. We both have a heart for exploration and love working with couples who share this adventurous spirit. Genuine smiles, hearty laughs, spontaneous adventures, that’s what we’re all about.

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I've have known Amy for 8 year now. I knew her passion for photography so when looking for a wedding photographer I knew exactly who I wanted to ask. Amy flew up to NYS to photograph our wedding! We felt so relaxed and comfortable with her around! She had a us fill out a survey ahead of time of the types of photos we wanted and what meant the most to us and she absolutely delivered!! My husband had a broken foot at our wedding and Amy was able to keep his cast out of view in most of our photos. We ended up with hundreds of photos to chose from. Our day was captured so beautifully and we will cherish those memories forever.
Melissa, 2 years ago
Wilder Weddings Collective

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

Wilder Weddings Collective is a dedicated team of elopement and wedding photographers passionate about capturing wild love and real emotion. Based in Western North Carolina, but willing to travel anywhere, we’re leading a revolution in wedding photography, bringing the focus back on couples, their commitment, and the whole experience of the day.

We loved working with Caroline at Wilder Weddings! The help with the timeline and coordinating all of our family members day of was so helpful! She made us feel so comfortable and the photos were stunning.
Zoey, 8 months ago
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Adrian Etheridge Photography

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900

I've been an artist for as long as I can remember. My mom gave me an old film camera sometime around 5th grade thinking offhand that I might be interested in yet another art form and boy was she ever right. From then on, I've always had a camera in my hand, documenting anything and everything. Photography has been not only my chosen form of expression for over half my lifetime, but my way of learning about the world, of getting to know people, and even of getting to know myself.

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Adrian captures all the most important details of your special day with calm energy and an artistic eye. You'll have a wedding portfolio that shares the spirit of your journey and captures all the connections you've made along the way!
Kim, Celine & Co Catering, 3 years ago
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Juan and Emily

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style

Soon after Juan and Emily got married in 2018 Juan began his photography career as a light technician in LA. Juan studied journalism for his undergrad, and this is when he was gifted his first camera and his interest in photography was sparked. Emily's childhood dream was to be a photographer, and after working for years as an ICU nurse she is able to do just that alongside Juan. We are energized by the creativity that photography brings, and the light and joy we experience from meeting couples.

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Working alongside Juan was my best experience of photographing with a second shooter in all of 2022! He is collaborative with the other vendors as well as the couple. A great listener and leader, he is helpful as well as overflowing with ideas of his own! He also has an impressive in-depth knowledge of light, color, and film. Juan is insightful and excited for every part of the day. His hybrid approach to shooting digital and film is sure to provide all the clients he works with, an album they will look back on, with joy and refreshed excitement forever.
Nathan Rivers Chesky, a year ago
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Jessica Merithew Photography

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

I love being a wedding photographer in Asheville. Spending time with couples one on one to develop a personal connection and make them feel comfortable is what I love! I want everyone to feel like they are in their comfortable and natural environment when they are with me. Capturing people’s natural emotions and connections with those they love is why we take photographs, right? So let’s get comfortable and make the process stress free! When you hire me you get me. I will always be the person that you work with, from the first email, through your future sessions. No outsourcing photographers here!

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I would 100% recommend Jessica Merithew Photography! Jessica has done family photo shoots (both for my wife and I and our "newborn" dog - seriously these were amazing!) and also our elopement at the NC Arboretum! Jessica is so easy and fun to work with. Highly recommend!
Emma McShane, 3 years ago
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Laren Rose Photography

5.0

Hendersonville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800

I believe your photos should have a timeless feel, full of your real emotions. I’m here to guide you every step of the way for a stress free experience. All the way from timeline planning to guiding you behind the camera, I’m here for you. 🌿

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I don't even know where to start! Laren was the perfect photographer, and here are 10 reasons why: 1. She was super communicative. 2. She was always open to hearing my ideas and brainstorming together. 3. She woke up incredibly early to take our sunrise engagement photos to get the best shots. 4. She took my vision and made it happen. 5. She coached my husband and I how to model—posing isn't our strong suit. 6. I recommend doing engagement photos with her as well. It's a great way to build rapport and get little coaching in, while having a cohesive set of photos. 7. She's super professional, warm, friendly, and easy going. 8. She took a wide variety of shots. I really wanted those organic candids, and she made sure to take a good selection. 9. My wedding guests loved her! They kept talking about how nice and professional she was. 10. The photos themselves were perfect! We couldn't have asked for a better images. All of our friends constantly talk about how amazing our photos are. I could keep going! We loved having her as our photographer.
Christina & B., a year ago
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Michael Freas Photography

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800

I’m an Asheville-based photographer and lover of the great outdoors, fresh ground coffee beans, flannel + fall, and going on adrenaline based adventures. I'm like a best friend with a camera, or the guest you didnt invite but glad I showed up. You'll feel completely comfortable and natural throughout the wedding day. No stress, no pressure.

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Michael was absolutely the best to work with! We used him for our engagement photos in the Blue Ridge Mountains and our wedding in New Orleans and he delivered perfection both times! He is worth every penny. He understands lighting and photography so you get the most incredible photos. We highly recommend him!
Marie V., 7 months ago
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Sparks in the Forest

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400

I help couples have a wedding day that is unique and stress-free! Providing epic and heartfelt photography for couples who love the outdoors. Make the mountains of Western North Carolina and Tennessee your backdrop as you say "I do!".

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Laura is incredible and I cannot speak highly enough of her work. She captured our special day in such a magical way. I will treasure these photos forever! Such an amazing time working with her!
Max and B., 3 years ago
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Just Love (Elope in Asheville, NC)

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000

Contact us through our web page elopeinashevillenc com We love fun and UNIQUE wedding ceremonies! We have a variety of packages and locations for any budget and style. We value sustainability and keeping things simple and stress-free. Our motto is Nothing Fancy, Just Love! Your wedding day should be about the love you share & the commitment you are making. We strive to help make that happen here in the magic of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

We had the most perfect time working with Elopement Asheville. Great Crew!
James, 2 years ago
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Lacey Renae Photography

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Lacey is a world-travelled photographer originally from the midwest. This is a woman and Vet owned business. Her strength is primarily about seeing- the composition, the light, the dynamics between the people she is photographing. Portraits have a lean toward that as well, with a push toward the bonds between people. By working to get clients to interact, the images made reflect the connection between individuals as well as the self.

Lacey was so easy to work with and we love the results. We did not have much time to pull together our tiny wedding (we eloped), and we were lucky to find her. She was creative, professional, and just fun to be around. Highly recommend her and her work.
Sharon and J., 2 years ago
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The Jungle Branch

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700

The Jungle Branch offers an authentic, refreshing approach to wedding photography and is paired best with folks who wish to remain present in the moments throughout one of the most important days in their lives. With an artistically stylized and candid approach, my goal is to not only tell your story in its truest form, but to encourage you to fully live your day, allowing yourself to experience the calamity of joy with your loved ones without photography feeling like a production.

I've worked along side Mike as his second photographer for two years, he is by far the most creative and innovative wedding photographer I know. He has a great attention to detail and he is quick & efficient to capture a very meaningful moment. At times he even goes out of his way to create something unique & filled with emotion. He give great cues that create natural feeling emotions & poses. He is funny, kind, calm & upholds a standard of professionalism. His editing is consistent and thoughtful. I would absolutely without a doubt trust Mike with my own wedding photography.
Audrey Simper, a year ago
Thistle and Ivory Photography

5.0

Hendersonville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800

Hiya! I'm Courtney! I'm not your average photographer. I'm something so much more than that. From the moment you step out of your car and greet me to the moment you get back in your car and drive home, I'm there with you cheering you on, telling you how GORGEOUS you look, and making all those weird cute baby noises at your little one. I'm the one who stays up all night to make sure you get those images just in time to send out Christmas cards.

Courtney has been my husband and i’s photographer since we got engaged, eloped and finally had our wedding- and was in our wedding! Being able to watch her grow and transcend has been such an amazing thing. She always goes above and beyond to make our photoshoots, and photos themselves amazing. I can not recommend someone better to capture all your magical moments and milestones.
Addie M., 2 years ago
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Love in Color Photography

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

"Passionate" doesn't really begin to describe how I feel about being a photographer. It's more like, who I am as a person. Photographs are able to speak a million words in a moment when words may fail. After photographing 200+ couples of all shapes, sizes, & colors -- I can still say it is my favourite thing to do in the universe. People are my JAM! I love people & their wonderful uniqueness. When two people get together in a thing called "love"? Well, I just can't help but want to be a part of it! Capturing those obvious or subtle displays of affection between two people in true, heartfelt love is as necessary as oxygen in my lungs.

As a local wedding planner it is so important to have a professional, experienced, and charismatic photographer on the team! Planners and photographers work together to make sure your day goes smoothly and all those special moments are captured. Regina is a great team mate and a huge asset to any wedding day! She knows exactly what she is doing and her work is unbelievable. I highly recommend her for your wedding day. Your photos should feel like treasures, all unique and beautiful, and Regina always makes that happen. Shayla Khalife All The Things Events
Shayla Khalife, 3 years ago
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Yaseli Olivera Photography

5.0

Alexander, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,850

Yaseli Olivera is an observer, a narrator, and a huge fan of love. She sees the world through a beautiful, one-of-a-kind point of view, and is passionate about documenting life’s perfectly imperfect moments. Which all makes her a superbly talented wedding photographer. Yaseli focuses on capturing all of your genuine and raw emotions during your celebration and is completely dedicated to her couples from the start. She is truly ready to help in any situation, offering her support and enthusiasm all the way through. Based in Asheville, Yaseli is available for any adventurers ready to celebrate their love across the globe.

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Yaseli is very talented, professional and above all she makes you feel confident when taking your pictures. If you want to have a photo memory, she is the ideal person for the job.
Yaharie & J., 2 years ago
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Jake McCormick Photography

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Hey! My name is Jake and I am an Asheville-based Wedding and Elopement photographer! I enjoy living in the mountains with whiskey and music while capturing some of life's most intimate moments. I look forward to hearing from you and learning about your special day!

Jake took photos of my partner and I as a regular ol' couples session. He made us feel comfortable and supported, and delivered a phenomenal final album that we can cherish for years to come.
Nick Levine, 2 years ago
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Jules and Conrad Photography

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style

Hi! We're Julie and Rad. We met in Vietnam in 2016, and have lived in eight countries together since then. During our time abroad we've had plenty of adventures, seen incredible wildlife, eaten a lot of wonderful food, and honed our photography skills. We also got married in 2020! Planning a wedding during a pandemic involved an unusual set of challenges. Although our guest count was a little smaller than we originally anticipated-- the day could not have been more perfect. This was made possible only because we hired and trusted the right people. We try to instill the same trust so you can enjoy your day!

Kind, patient, flexible, talented... what more could you ask for from your wedding photographers. Jules & Conrad are top-quality people and photograhers. We fell in love with them for their eye - finding beauty in the smallest of candid details. Even going in with high expectations, we were overwhelmed by the quality of the gallery Jules & Conrad delivered. If you want photographers who will also be able to capture the small moments beyond the big kiss - the quiet glances, the guest smiles, the reach of a hand, a dancefloor drop - this is the couple for you. Would choose them as our photographers a million times over.
Julianna, 4 months ago
Thornhill Photography

5.0

Weaverville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,050

Here's the quick, down-and-dirty version: I've spent my entire career telling stories—first on the radio, then on TV, and then in the various media used in the communications and public relations field. Fifteen years ago, I started telling visual love stories of couples in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee. What started as doing a favor by shooting a friend's wedding, became something I wanted to pursue more wholly. So, let's tell your story. The story of you and the love of your life I can't wait to create something with you.

Mike is an incredible photographer! He went above and beyond on our wedding day and helped make it really special. He helped us feel relaxed and made us laugh a lot. The pictures are amazing and were delivered in a timely manner. 10/10 would work with Mike again. I highly recommend hiring Thornhill Photography for all your photo needs!
Rachel & S., a year ago
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Dawn E. Roscoe Photography
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200

You might be in the early stages of planning your wedding or maybe just looking at local photographers for an elopement or engagement session. And I’m sure you are finding a whole slew of choices and maybe, are a bit overwhelmed with all the different options. So, I want to make this easy and let you know what makes me different from everyone else out there. Basically, it’s my unique photo style, professional experience, and close client relationships. I love capturing organic, spontaneous moments in beautiful backdrops and enjoy working with couples' to create their narrative and highlight their true personality.

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Kirsten Alexandria Photography
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Hey, I’m Kirsten! I’m so excited that you’re here! I’m a plant loving, adventure seeking, coffee loving, dog mom - but my favorite title is photographer. l’ll make beautiful documentary style photos so that you can relive the feelings and memories of your day forever. When you hire me, you’re hiring a photographer who has a bachelors degree in fine art photography, ten years of photography experience as well as thousands of miles of hiking experience.

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Bel Amour Wedding Photography
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

We are Darina and Vince Redmond, professional photographers and owners of Bel Amour Wedding Photography. We are a boutique wedding photography company servicing Greater Asheville Area and beyond. ​ For the past 15 years we have been blessed with the opportunity to photograph many weddings in Western North Carolina and the East Coast. Capturing precious moments and creating memories for our clients have given us joy and happiness beyond our wildest dreams. And we have all our wonderful couples to thank for that.

Addison Skye Photography
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $450

Fine Art Documentary Wedding and Elopement photographer with a passion of creating an intimate moment between two hearts, but also providing an opportunity to experience an authentic experience. As an artist, it is my heart to elevate your experience, the providing an enjoyable, lighthearted experience with the product, being a set of photos that captured all of the candid moments of your day.

Erin Allenczy Photography
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style

Natural, freestyle posing that shows off your genuine charm. (And doesn’t give you post-traumatic flashbacks to the awkward photoshoot your mom forced you into before your first middle school dance...) You deserve better. That’s why I’m dedicated to making you feel 100% comfortable so that your wedding photos come out 100% you: radiant, beautiful, fun, and probs goofy as heck.

GraceD Photography
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000

I take a photojournalistic approach to wedding photography, capturing candid and intimate moments as they naturally unfold. I strive to create a fun and relaxed experience at every shoot. I consider my approach akin to storytelling. My goal is to document the genuine love, laughter, and raw emotions of your day, along with all the little details and memories that made it so special. I'm also all about getting creative and will step away from the candid approach to execute a few fun (and sometimes playful) ideas. Creative portraits are my love.

Superlove
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500

Super 8 wedding videos and film photography for humans who crave beauty, being present, and (sometimes) the absurd. Your memories wrapped in magical film goodness and standing the test of time. Available for couples/weddings/celebrations worldwide.

Ben Clark Photography
Hendersonville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200

Hello all and thank you for visiting my site. I am a Professional Wedding and Portrait Photographer. I graduated with a degree in photography back in 2007 and have been loving it ever since. It is a true passion of mine to photograph life events. Whether that be with weddings, family portraits, senior portraits or with my travel photography. I hope that we can work together so I can make your day the most memorable yet!

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Julianna Nelson Photography
Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style

Starting my passion of photography at the young age of ten, I fell in love with the documentary/journalistic style. When I got older, I was moved to make it into a career. I also fell in love with love itself. I saw the beauty in the gift humans feel of cherishing one another. For six years now, I have had the privilege of photographing weddings and elopements of people who feel deeply and love deeply.

Once Like a Spark Wedding Co.

4.8

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

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.

I was so pleased to work with OLAS. When I got engaged I had several photographers in mind and felt very discouraged when I found out they were all booked for my wedding day. I came across OLAS online and was hesitant to use a "photography company" but they blew my expectations out of the water. They were so responsive, so communicative. I felt like it was just me they were working with. The best part was picking out the photographer I wanted and she was a dream fit. We had so much in common, she was easy going but she helped keep us right on schedule the day of the wedding and ensured that I got all the special moments captured that I wanted to. And the photos are stunning. I spent an entire day just looking at them over and over, reliving the most perfect day ever! Thank you OLAS and Dana for capturing moments that will live on forever. You guys are the best.
Michelle H., a month ago
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Filtered Soul Photography

4.8

Greenville, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Filtered Soul Photography will capture every moment and special event using a vibrant & photojournalistic style. We believe in candid shots authentic to you. Our goal is for you to never been overly posed or rushed. As a married team, we know how important your photos are and that no two weddings and families are the same so thats why we want to get to know our clients and their style!! (formerly known as Brett Calvin Photo)

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Caitlyn and Brett are the perfect duo. I originally hired them as the photography duo but then hired Caitlyn to do my day of coordinating. The entire event from planning the small details to big day could not have gone more smoothly. They heard my wishes, they were helpful in every question I had and were an over all joy to have apart of our day. Caitlyn kept everyone together with her clear instruction while Brett kept the creative mindset capturing the moments. I would highly recommend!
Sarah Chiarelli, 2 years ago
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Carly Adalyn Photography

5.0

Simpsonville, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I’m a Greenville, SC based wedding & elopement photographer. Documenting the madly in love, fun and adventurous couples, wherever your love story may take me. I want my photos to artfully tell this important chapter of your story. My work embodies the real, the candid and the authentic. My passion lies in creating images inspired by the love between you two and the details of your day.

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The best wedding photographer in Upstate SC!! Carly was an absolute joy to work with throughout the entire wedding planning process. Her communication was top notch. She sent us detailed online forms to plan for both our engagement session and wedding day to make sure we got all the shots we wanted. Carly is also incredibly friendly and down to earth. From the first time I spoke with her on FaceTime I could tell how much she cares about her clients. On top of all of this, her photos are AMAZING!! After we received the sneak peak of our engagement photos I knew we had nothing to worry about for our wedding day. And boy, was I right! Our wedding photos are timeless and the quality is top tier. Better than I could have ever imagined! I’m so happy we decided to hire Carly, and I would 1000% recommend her to anyone who’s looking for a wedding photographer.
Leslie W., 5 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $849
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

We are traveling wedding photographer and videographer. For 2024, we have 70+ weddings booked in 21 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.

Ledd was the photographer for our vow renewal and we couldn’t be happier with the photos he took. They were all so great, that we had a hard time picking which ones to print for our photo album. His attention to detail, creativity and direction really made our day so much more special. You can tell he loves what he does and isn’t just a photographer, but truly wants to capture all the special moments. We are forever thankful and look forward to working with him again.
Maria, 4 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography

5.0

Malibu, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

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You should definitely book Holly for your wedding! Holly and her assistant were so chill, fun, and patient! They were efficient so we didn't feel like we were missing too much of our wedding for photos and were able to capture every moment without us even noticing! Highly recommend :)
Cindy and J., 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film

4.9

Charleston, WV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

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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Heather is such an amazing and supportive photographer! I always feel like I’m such in good hands with her. She is very helpful in design options as well as focusing on making sure you’re comfortable. I highly suggest.
Kayla , 9 months ago
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Bohemewinterphotography

5.0

Jefferson, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

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!

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Ivanna is so good at her craft. A true Professional. When I see her @ a Wedding I know this Couple has style. I also know that their Wedding Images are going to be amazing.
DJ Troy, 4 months ago
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Casie Weathers Photography

4.9

Raleigh, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi, I'm Casie! I've been photographing weddings and couples for over eight years and couldn't imagine doing anything else! I started out developing black and white film and now work in both film and digital. I've always been in love with art and creating. Please see my most recent work on my Instagram!

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Casie was amazing to work with. She is so communicative and made us feel very confident with our photos. Casie was always available to jump on a call with us to talk through anything and everything. The day of our wedding was so easy and care free with the help of Casie. She knows what she is doing and has an amazing eye for photography. We loved working with Casie and would recommend her to anyone and everyone.
Bailey, 2 years ago
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Seeing Southern

5.0

Hayesville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

We are Len + Judy, a husband-wife team. As award winning travel photographers, wedding photographers specializing in destination weddings, plus commercial and portrait, and lifetyle shoots, we provide service second to none. Since we only schedule 10-12 weddings each year, we commit to you the time you deserve. We do not book more than one wedding each weekend. We want to exceed your expectations.

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We met Len and Judy at Lilly Creeks Vendor Expo in 2021, we knew we chose the right photographers immediately! They made us feel like family, and they really cared about giving us a great experience. Our engagement and wedding photos were absolutely stunning. The work and care they provide for their clients is top notch. We HIGHLY recommend Seeing Southern!
Hillary M., 2 years ago
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Joey Wallace Photography

5.0

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

My name is Joey, and I am the creative director and lead wedding photographer at Joey Wallace Photography. With much hard work, we have acquired a unique skill-set and in-depth knowledge that earned us the place we’re in today as Atlanta’s top wedding photographers and videographers. We're thankful to have the luxury of owning a wide range of cutting edge wedding photography equipment, and with the backing of some of the most talented wedding photographers in the Atlanta area, we can confidently document every important moment of your all-day luxurious ballroom celebration or 3-day colorful South Asian and Indian wedding parade.

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We reserved Joey two years before our wedding in the summer, for both photography and videography. We are amazed by the quality of the pictures and videos and the overall service we have received. Joey was very professional and friendly throughout the process and is always available to answer our questions. On the wedding day, he and his team were early and worked restlessly to get all the details of my wedding, getting ready to the send-off. The final photos and videos were plentiful and were professionally and naturally edited, as I had requested during our consultation. I could not be happier with our experience with him and his team, and I strongly recommend using his service for your wedding day.
Heather S., 4 years ago
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The Vibrant

5.0

Raleigh, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Bold, unique and VIBRANT photographers. Based in North Carolina and Colorado, but we love to travel anywhere! We are a team of THREE photographers who love LOVE! We can’t wait to work with you :) We focus heavily on a photojournalistic approach while ensuring our clients feel comfortable in front of the lens. We utilize external lighting and flashes to enhance images, while also mastering the art of natural lighting.

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After an introductory video call with them, we decided we would love to work with one another! We ended up working with Michael, who shot our engagement/family photos, and our wedding! This experience was beyond my and my families expectations! It felt like Michael was one of our long standing friends form the moment we met. The other photographers he brought along to help were also an absolute joy, one even took over as DJ when ours had to leave! We had people coming up to us all night asking where we found them and even asked for their information afterwards. Michael was very kind as we had some photographers in the family who asked him questions all night and even let them take a few pictures. I highly recommends this company and the people who work in it! God truly answered my prayer and heard me when I asked for someone who would be able to capture the love and family bounds during our wedding! We love our photos can’t wait to get them printed!
Abigail V., 5 months ago
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1828 Collective

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

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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We were disappointed by many of our vendors on our wedding day (a story for another time), but McKenna was an absolute bright spot! She was wonderful to work with - she remembered the priorities we discussed before our wedding day, and was great at rolling with all of the unexpected parts of our day. The images she produced are absolutely stunning! We're so happy we decided to work with her. Overall, her aesthetic is beautiful, and she is kind and thoughtful to work with. Highly recommended!
Katherine, 2 years ago
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Sarah Coates Photography

5.0

Chapel Hill, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,201
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I am an elopement and wedding photographer based in Chapel Hill, Durham, and Raleigh North Carolina, but I am always down for an adventure and I love to travel. Whether you're having an intimate wedding in your home town or an adventure destination elopement I am totally down for the ride!!

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Sarah did an incredible job capturing our wedding. She was prompt and communicative, and she knew exactly how to guide us to get the perfect shots. Our pictures blew us away, and we're so glad we chose Sarah!
Kat & G., 5 months ago
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Nomadic Dreams Photography

5.0

Athens, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I am a destination wedding, adventure elopement, and portrait photographer based out of Georgia. I love all things outdoors, historical architecture, florals, and documenting with an artistic flair. Over the years, I have developed an approach that combines artistic direction with unscripted moments to create artful, dreamy, and elegant imagery. My goal is to deliver an artful gallery filled with visual archives of your magical day that incorporates ethereal light and movement with artistic vision.

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Incredibly happy with Anna's work at our wedding! She helped us plan from day one with availability to take our calls to discuss our wedding timeline, go over pinterest boards for receptions ideas, and even helped us on our wedding day to make sure our gift exchange and first looks were perfect. I'm in love with our photos and couldn't have asked for anyone else!
E and G., 7 months ago
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Andrew Merz

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I like to take a journalistic approach to my wedding photography, letting the day flow naturally, all while capturing every wonderful moment for the couple as non-obtrusive as possible. My goal is to make your big day as stress free & fun as possible while capturing memories to last a life time!

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Andrew took our photos when we got engaged. I coordinated with Andrew to capture the moment I popped the question, and he did a good job of getting that photo and a bunch of other ones afterwards as well. We were happy with the pictures we got and he also included a photo collage, so he went above and beyond.
Alex, 2 years ago
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Wentzek Photo - North Georgia Elopement Photographer

5.0

Statham, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi, I'm Kayla, and I believe that your wedding day should reflect what you and your beloved want; **not** what others want. Yep–I said it. Your wedding day can be your greatest adventure yet, and your decision to elope can trailblaze the way for more intention in your life. How? Eloping is a coming home to yourself and your beloved because you’re boiling all the details of your day down to what really matters. With that extra space in your day, void of distractions, you're truly free to live out your day with intention. I would be so thrilled and honored to come alongside you and help capture and craft your best day ever!

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Kayla is an absolute DREAM to work with! My husband had her secretly follow us around when he proposed, and she was such a delight! We were so comfortable with her and she took the most amazing photos. So, when we heard she did elopements … we knew we had to go with her! She walked us through the entire elopement process, researched the area to find the BEST space for us to have the ceremony, and kept us updated on everything leading up to the big day. We wanted a sunrise ceremony and she was able to figure out the exact area inside Cloudland Canyon that would give us the best light. Our pictures are absolutely breathtaking due to this. Not only is Kayla an amazing photographer, but she’s truly a delight to work with. She has the best energy and she is SO kind and patient! If you’re thinking about eloping, use Kayla. She knows her stuff and knows how to make sure you have the most perfect day.
Chelsea H., 9 months ago
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Alexis Renea Photography

5.0

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hiiiiiii! I’m Alexis Renea, your go-to wedding and portrait photographer based in the big ATL. ✨ But hey, don’t let location hold us back—I’m always up for an adventure, so whether we’re celebrating locally or across the globe, count me in at no extra charge!! I believe love knows no bounds, and every couple deserves to have their story told with authenticity and respect. Whether your wedding is a grand affair or an intimate gathering, I work with all budgets because I understand that each love story is unique and deserves to be celebrated in its own way. I can’t wait to capture your love, laughter & connections 🤍

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Alexis is the best. She makes you apart of the experience. She makes it fun and rememberable. She works with your ideas and gives some of you don't have any. My husband and I loved the fun effort she had with our son during all the shoots. Honestly, she's a gem and you be missing out if you missed a chance with her. She's really worth it. Thank you again Alexis!!
Lea Anna S., 6 months ago
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Erika El Photography LLC

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Erika of Erika El Photography is an adventurous elopement and intimate wedding photographer based in North Carolina and Colorado. Here to help you minimize stress and soak in every ounce of your day.

We are so, so grateful that we had Erika to capture our mountain-top elopement. Like any other couple looking to elope, we had no idea where to start. Erika was such a blessing to us; she helped us every step of the way. She gladly answered every question we had and helped us choose our mountain, create a timeline, provided us with officiant information and other helpful tips. She made our dream day come true! Another important point I want to make is that Erika really made an effort to get to know us and our vision for the day, which made us feel like we had a friend spending the day with us rather than a stranger. Lastly, we are blown away by our photos. They are perfect and we will treasure them forever!!
Shelby, 2 months ago
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Helen Joy Photography

5.0

Saluda, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

As a long time wedding and elopement photographer, I am passionate about my couples enjoying and being present on their wedding day. I take only a handful of wedding clients a year so that I stay fresh and excited. I usually shoot about 30% classic portraiture and 70% lifestyle/photo documentary. I like to tell the story through movement and candid photos, while also taking time to create striking and timeless portraits. I edit all my photos in black and white and color, with a film finish.

Helen Joy took our wedding pictures and they turned out amazing! We had an outdoor ceremony and she took some incredible photos, both organic shots and poses with the wedding party and family. She was great to work with, professional, and reasonably priced. We received our prints quickly afterward also. The entire experience with Helen Joy was an absolute pleasure!
Jennifer, 3 months ago
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Andreoni Photography & Videography

5.0

Peru, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Capturing life's most precious moments through the lens of love. At Andreoni Photography, we are more than just photographers and videographers — we're a family-centered team that understands the significance of each moment and bring a unique blend of passion and expertise to every project. From engagements to weddings, we're here to freeze- frame the love, joy, and connections that make life extraordinary. Let us tell your story through our lens, preserving memories that will warm your heart for generations to come.

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As another vendor working with Andreoni Photography, their work is quality. They are reliable, friendly and easy going. They control the group photos well which isn't always the easiest on a couples big day. The gallery turn around time is so fast too! Highly recommend them for any of your photography needs!
Lindsay, a year ago
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Skylar Patchin Photography

5.0

Gastonia, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I am a wedding photographer based in Charlotte, North Carolina. I specialize in creating timeless and artful portraits that capture the beauty and emotions of weddings. With a focus on delivering an exceptional experience for my clients, I strive to create lasting memories that can be cherished forever. I am dedicated to providing the highest level of service and quality to my clients. I work closely with each couple to understand their unique vision and ensure that every detail is captured in stunning imagery. With years of experience in the industry, I have the skills and expertise to make your wedding day unforgettable.

I've known Skyler since high school and I'm very glad that I decided to ask her to do the photography for our wedding. She was on top of it and went above and beyond for every step of the day. Even our pastor that officiated the ceremony said that she did an amazing job trying to stay out of the way and get as many great pictures as possible. The pictures turned out amazing and I am glad I will be able to forever have these memories of that day. So if you're needing a photographer please ask Skylar.
Katelyn C., 3 months ago
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Strata Weddings

5.0

Boulder, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Strata Weddings was born out of a deep love for storytelling and a desire to make your wedding day unforgettable. Established as a national company, we have had the privilege of documenting countless love stories from coast to coast. Our journey began with a simple belief that every love story is unique and deserves to be told with authenticity and creativity.

We booked Strata, weddings for both photo and video and we are absolutely thrilled with the results. The team was very professional on the day of the wedding. Brandon and Kayla were amazing to work with. We are absolutely beyond words with the results. If you were looking for an affordable photographer and videographer, look no further. Book them. You will not be disappointed.
Britt S., 20 days ago
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Banker Creative

5.0

Parma, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

**We are new to Zola but not new wedding photographers.** Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

We could not have asked for a better photography team. Joe and Ashley were so helpful, patient, and easy to work with throughout the entire planning process and wedding day! Our bridal party and family even commented on how wonderful and attentive Joe and Ashley were. We would recommend them in a heartbeat!
Abby O., 6 days ago
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Eye of the World Photo

5.0

Buena Vista, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

My name is Ashton. I am an intimate wedding and couple's photographer based out of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. I have a passion for nature, raw emotion and telling stories. These are only just a few reasons why I want to go on an adventure with you and your partner on your special day. I love to take a candid approach to photography. With this approach I can portray the true connection between you and your partner, resulting in photos you will cherish forever. I have been photographing people for 10 years and have truly found my place in photographing couples. Let's make magic happen!

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She is AMAZING!! Did my elopement photography and we will cherish our photos FOREVER!
Maegan, 2 years ago
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Moments with Meg Photography

5.0

Zebulon, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

My name's Megan, but my friends call me Meg. Lover of sunshine, tacos, puppies and country music. A mom of three, wife to my goober of a husband, project manager by day, and the photographer that is going to convince you how important it is to invest in capturing life’s sweetest moments. Heads up, we will be friends! I know the value of memories that photographs carry, so I am all in with you from the beginning.

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One of our headline DJs, Jordan (Aka: DJ Showout), had the pleasure of working with Megan at Jon and Nafeesha's wedding on May 12th, 2024, it was fantastic! Her communication, attention to detail, ability to capture perfect moments, and friendly presence made the day even better. The photos are absolutely STUNNING, and we have only seen the sneak peeks!! I am beyond excited to see how the full gallery comes out! I highly recommend Megan for your wedding and look forward to working with her again!
Fusion Sound and Lighting, 8 days ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video)

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hey future newlyweds! I'm Jarrod, a wedding photographer that specializes in story telling. Tired of all the bright, overposed, cookie cutter sh*t you keep seeing? Let's create wedding images with real emotion, story, and intention to them. I know being in front of the camera can be awkward. That's why I choose not to pose couples, but instead prompt you to do something like "take off your shoes and run across the field" or " get inside the car and kiss everywhere except the lips". These prompts will help you feel comfortable and also help create candid images. Check out my website for more info :)

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Jarrod was so professional and made it so easy and fun to take photos that captured our essence and our love. The photos of our special day are now displayed in our home and continue to be a priceless reminder of one of the best days of our lives. Can’t recommend Jarrod enough - thanks for everything 11/10 !!!
Rachel C., 6 months ago
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Pictures by Nicole Seaman {"Pics by Nics"}

5.0

Allentown, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I was introduced to the world of photography the same week I was introduced to the world! All thanks to my Dad, who was never without his camcorder or camera. Because of him, our memories growing up are preserved. Then I got my first camera + tons of film. I documented everything. When film turned into digital, that was a turning point in my life. Since then, my memories, large + small, have been organized on my computer, by year. So I can go back + revisit so many wonderful memories from my life...most which I wouldn't remember without pictures!

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Nicole is absolutely amazing! She did our wedding photos and she made it fun while still getting beautiful pictures! We highly recommend her to anyone getting married!
DJ + A., 6 months ago
Candy Nogales Photography

5.0

Raleigh, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi, I'm Candy! I love capturing all of the raw, beautiful moments as they naturally unfold on your wedding day. Candids are some of my favorite photos! Don't worry; I will most definitely get those posed family photos as well, but for most of the day, I'm there to document it all as it naturally happens. I would love to chat with you more about your wedding plans and how I can be a part of documenting it!

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I had the pleasure to work with Candy a few months ago, and we had an amazing experience. She is very kind, organized and professional. I'm always nervous about working with other vendors at weddings, but Candy was very friendly and approachable. I absolutely recommend her to other vendors and couples looking for a photographer.
Anesli Rojas, 2 years ago
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Brittany Tuttle Photography

5.0

Nicholasville, KY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

We're a husband wife DUO, combining our love for emotive and documentary-style photos and efficiency to get you to the dance floor fast! We are laid back and love to have fun while maintaining professionalism.

She worked as the photographer at Rustic Ridge and she was so nice and bubbly, she captured every part of the day with ease and even jumped in a helped me fix the florals down the aisle before the wedding
Beth, a month ago
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Vidr Photography

5.0

Durham, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi, I'm Stephanie! I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based in Durham, serving all of North Carolina. Real life is messy, chaotic, and beautiful, and I try to capture that in my work. My style of photography uses a documentary and photojournalism approach, in order to carefully curate an album that is uniquely you ✨

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Vidr Photography was amazing to work with for our summer wedding! Stephanie was easy going and understanding of our wedding style (small size, games, karaoke, casual food/drinks) and the types of candid photos we were hoping for. She took some of my absolute favorite pictures from our wedding day and got them back to us in a very reasonable amount of time. I love that she not only got great images of the people and activities we completed but also of the venue! I'm glad I'll have these pictures to look back on forever. I will definitely be hiring Vidr Photography again for my May (2021) Ph.D. graduation photos!
Lindsay and N., 4 years ago
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Cristina Pelino Photography

5.0

Lantana, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Cristina Pelino Photography is an authentic wedding photographer based in Palm Beach, Florida with 8 years of professional photography experience. Her goal when photographing your wedding is to capture raw and unique moments that tell your love story. She provides guidance and direction when it comes to posing, while still maintaining a natural and candid feel, capturing and documenting real moments that convey the emotions of your wedding day. Cristina is dedicated to creating memories on your special day that you can look back on and cherish for a lifetime.

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Working with Cristina was amazing. She was extremely responsive when I reached out for a photography session, she answered all my questions and gave me suggestions for location. She was so friendly and helpful, and made us feel so comfortable. And of course, the pictures came out beautiful. I will definitely be using her again in the future and I highly recommend working with her!
Ashley and R., 3 months ago
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Promani Weddings LLC

4.8

Detroit, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi! At Promani Weddings, we are a local wedding media team that specializes in capturing the magic of wedding celebrations. Led by owner and accomplished photographer/filmmaker Benjamin, our dedicated team of talented photographers and videographers excels at transforming your special day into timeless memories. In thanks to high demand from all of our amazing couples, we have established incredible teams in Michigan, Tennessee and North Carolina!! I can't wait to hear from you and learn more about your wedding.

I just got my photos back from Promani Weddings with Lola from Lola Marie Photography being our main photographer and WOW, I am obsessed! Lola and Benjamin captured our day so well! My husband and I went through photos together and just reminisced the whole day - the tears, the laughter, it was just perfect! If you want people who will capture your vision, hire them right away! They were timely, organized, fun to work with and just an amazing crew!
Emily H., 19 days ago
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Stewart+Barnes Photo Co., LLC

5.0

Wetumpka, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Our approach is as unique as your love story. With a blend of editorial flair, photojournalistic authenticity, and fine art finesse, we capture the essence of your wedding day vision. We don't just capture moments, we craft narratives.

We had the pleasure of working alongside Jen and Jeremy at a wedding this past weekend, and it was a fantastic experience. Their professionalism and friendliness shone through, making the event seamless and enjoyable. They were not only talented but also easy to work with. Definitely would recommend them!
Turn Up Nashville, 14 days ago
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Maddness Photography, Llc

5.0

Largo, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Our team prides ourselves on being professional third-wheels on your wedding day. We are perfect for those who thrive on love and connection, and are looking for bold and purposeful imagery. We have 2 wedding associates, 2 family photographers, and a husband and wife videography team

Maddy was absolutely INCREDIBLE. From the moment we connected with her, we knew she was it. I had searched high and low for months, after seeing so many washed out, boring photos - Maddy's photography was an absolute breath of fresh air. Her work was full of life, love, energy, emotion and beautiful colors; which I knew was exactly what I wanted! Once Maddy spoke with us on the phone, she felt familiar and comfortable, like an old friend, to which she TRULY did become someone we can consider a friend. Maddy was there for us with whatever we needed through the entire planning process... She is impeccable with her communication, and whether it was questions, moral support, or just a lighthearted pick me up - she ALWAYS was there for us. Her process was also very easy, straightforward, and her questionnaires and blog posts cover everything your and your spouse might need to know! Leading up to our day, we didn't get to physically MEET Maddy until the day of our wedding, to which she showed up obviously completely over-prepared (which my Type A appreciates beyond a reasonable doubt), excited, and ready to go with us! The INCREDIBLY warm hug she gave both of us just reinforced what we already knew - she was meant to be with us on our big day! Maddy kept us laughing, happy, AND she ran THE BEST interference lol. She is a great reader of emotions, situations, and even pulled me (Alex) aside at one point to have a cool down outside because she knew I was a bit overwhelmed by my family. Through the ceremony and reception Maddy and her assistant were GREAT! We got SO many compliments about both of them from our guests - noting that they were SUPER stealth when they needed a shot! Maddy also has an incredible eye, and her vision for photos is next level... She was able to direct us through everything and if you need yourself a hype girl - OH SHE IS IT!!! She’s also an absolute BOSS and will take control of a situation *if need be,* which was also important to us.. She made group/family/bridal party photos quick and painless which was SO needed, and also got a TON of fun shots through the night! Seeing our shots come to life was spectacular, and when she sent us the sneak peaks we were absolutely FLOORED.... And then seeing our full gallery!? Stunning. Just truly extraordinary. We cannot stop staring at our wedding photos. We share them any chance we get, and so many of our friends and family have asked us how they could use Maddy for their photography needs. Anyone we show our photos to is absolutely taken aback by them, and truly, I think the relationship we created with Maddy shows through in our photos. We were comfortable, excited and genuinely happy! Maddy made our emotions, happiness, and visions come to life through her photos - she is WORTH EVERY SINGLE CENT! We truly can’t wait for Maddy to be in our life through all of the changing seasons and new chapters.
Alex O., 4 months ago
Jaira + Jesse

5.0

Cumberland Gap, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

We're Jaira + Jesse. We’re equal parts homebodies and avid travelers. We had a traditional wedding, and while it was the right decision for us at the time, looking back it could’ve been so much more intentional, focused on us + our relationship, and the things we’re the most passionate about. Because of that, we have grown to be super passionate and dedicated to helping couples create elopements and intimate weddings that are the truest reflection of themselves in the places that inspire them the most and documenting that for them.

Attention to detail and super fun to work with! Jaira and Jesse will capture the sweetest moments and more!
Anna moss, 4 years ago
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Light Sky Photography

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I’m Erika and I am a self-taught photographer, hiker enthusiast, travel lover and proud dog mama! I started my photography journey at 18 years old. I always loved art, but I never thought this newfound love would lead me down an exciting path where I get to do what I love for a living. Thanks to the trust that my clients put in me, I get to do what I do best — and that’s create.

Erika is wonderful! We are both shy and she made us feel comfortable the entire time, she has the craziest most creative ideas for her pictures and she doesn’t care if she has to go in the woods to get the perfect shot. We highly recommend Light Sky Photography and we will definitely hire Erika again ❤️ Like
Michelle, 4 years ago
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Hailey High Photography

5.0

Calhoun, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hey there, I am so happy you are here. A GIRL WITH A DREAMI am a big time lover of love, Jesus, and traveling the world - but you can just call me Hailey. Based in ATL, Im a full time wedding photographer. Im always down for an adventure. When I'm not behind a camera, you can find me on zooming off on a hike with my husband or chatting someone's ear off about my latest podcast obsession. I am here for all the coffee, hugs, & candids. ohh and my Cat hehe

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Hailey High is such an amazing vendor to work with for your wedding day. She is professional, assertive, and fun!
Olivia Rodriguez Photos, 2 years ago
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Photographs by Joanna A

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hey there- I'm Joanna, but feel free to call me Jo! My world has always been filled with photography- through all the years and different cameras, it's always been my biggest passion and love. I am a travel enthusiast and I will always be down to hike up a mountain or explore a new city. My favorite meals are anything that include coffee or sushi and I am a firm believer that there is no such thing as "too much chocolate." Most importantly, I am a lover of all love and will never get tired of documenting it.

Joanna photographed our September 2023 wedding at West Point in NY, and we would recommend her wholeheartedly.
 We first contacted Joanna after seeing her work on Instagram and Zola, and we really connected to the candidness and quality of her photography. We weren’t fans of traditional, super-posed and highly edited wedding photography. We were looking for a wedding photographer with a relaxed style that’s both modern and timeless. Joanna was all of the above and her photography perfectly highlights real love and connection between two people. Our wedding package with Joanna included an engagement shoot which was the perfect way to get to know her better and explain in person what we wanted for both our engagement and wedding photos. As people who aren’t generally comfortable in front of a camera, Joanna made us feel so comfortable while shooting and the photos came out better than we could have expected.
 On the wedding day, Joanna flew in to shoot our wedding, which wasn’t originally anticipated when we booked, but we truly appreciated how she made it work for our wedding. She was a dream to work, traveling to multiple locations throughout the day to shoot and capturing every photo we asked for. Going with Joanna over a team of photographers was one of the best decisions we made. It kept our wedding more intimate and relaxed for us and our guests without sacrificing quality or the range of photos. Overall, Joanna was flexible, organized, and collaborative. She quickly responded to all of our questions and kept in communication with us throughout the entire process. Joanna is also just a very kind and friendly person to work with, which was very important to us. We truly love our wedding day photos. Thank you Joanna!
Danielle B., 3 months ago
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Sarah Addleman Photography

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi there! I'm Sarah, a Nashville-based wedding photographer and I'm thrilled you're here! A bit about me: I'm originally from east Tennessee, and I currently call Nashville home. Though Nashville is home base, I will travel almost anywhere, I regularly offer my services in various regions, including east Tennessee, North Carolina, and Virginia. My journey with photography began at a young age, but it wasn't until college, during my first black and white film class, that I realized it was my true calling. Since then, my passion for photography has only deepened, and I've never looked back.

Within the first five minutes of ever speaking to Sarah, I knew that we were going to work well together. She is so positive, professional, confident, and considerate. She understands the importance of quality and effectiveness and knows how to stick to a schedule. She is so easy going, calm natured, and super reliable. I love working with Sarah. She is amazing.
LaVonda Gale Photography, 2 months ago
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Sarah Dooley Photography

4.7

Whittier, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Two small town photographers that absolutely love, love! We are a couple in Western North Carolina that enjoy the small things in life, like spending time with our dogs and hiking out into the middle of nowhere. In the summer time you'll probably find us out on the lake, or in our garden with our chickens running around. In the spring and fall we love going on hikes to see new waterfalls and mountain views!

Awarded Best of Zola
Sarah and Brad were so helpful on our wedding day to ensure we got every single photo I could have ever wanted! The photos are high quality and absolutely stunning!
Christine S., 3 years ago
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Autumn Laine Photography

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

To be perfectly honest, I love what I do. I'm damn good at it. I have dabbled in all sorts of jobs but I kept coming back to the camera. It feels really good to take the craft that I love so much and share it. The scope of my photography is wide but I specialize in weddings and elopements. I've been photographing weddings since 2005. I believe in vibing well with your photographer because let's be honest, your photographer will be up close and personal with you throughout your big day so it's important to choose someone whose energy you enjoy and mesh well with. Having a phone or zoom chat or meeting in person is a good move!

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Autumn was so amazing and fun to work with! Really helpful and understanding, replies back fast.
Rebecca S., 7 months ago
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Karen Norian Photography

5.0

Savannah, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I've been an elopement and intimate wedding photographer for the last 12 years and have been honored to capture hundreds of couples in love. I'm fortunate enough to capture elopements and destination wedding all around the world, but have a home base in Savannah, GA and New York, New York and bounce around the east coast capturing love stories. Here's what you can expect from me: I’ll guide you through the entire process from start to finish, help you plan a day that feels like you and your partner, and give you tangible memories that make your heart skip a beat. I'm quirky, quick with a joke, and turn my couples into dear friends!

We had the privilege of working with Karen on the day of our elopement and I cannot express enough how grateful we are for her incredible talent and dedication. From the moment we started discussing my elopement, she exhibited a level of professionalism that immediately put me at ease. Working with her was so much fun. She brought a positive energy and enthusiasm to my day, making the entire experience enjoyable. Her creativity and passion for her craft shone through, and it made a significant impact on the overall atmosphere of the day. Karen' dedication and creativity turned my wedding day into a series of magical moments, and I am beyond grateful for the phenomenal photos that now immortalize those cherished memories. If you're looking for a photographer who not only has exceptional skills but also adds a touch of joy to your special day, look no further. Karen is an absolute gem, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a photographer who can turn moments into everlasting memories!
Casey & J., 4 months ago
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Wild Society Weddings

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

We specialize in capturing genuine moments that tell the story of your wedding day and creating an experience that makes you feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. You get to enjoy every moment of your wedding without the awkwardness of a traditional wedding photographer. We understand that your wedding day is a celebration of love, laughter, and all the real emotions that come with it.

Awarded Best of Zola
Quick communication and really great pricing for the quality of work!
1828 Collective, 9 months ago
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Leah Marie Photography + Stationery

5.0

Cary, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Celebrating life and love through film for over a decade. A PASSION FOR PHOTOGRAPHY AND A HEART FOR STORYTELLING Leah Marie Photography + Stationery has since been featured in magazines, online publications and awarded the Client Choice. Your wedding celebration is one of the most important events of your life. Leah treats it with respect and care. She doesn’t miss a thing, it’s your big day where every moment counts and every detail matters. Leah offers more than taking pretty pictures on your wedding day. She will be there to help make your vision come to life. You can count on her to have your back and lend a hand in time of need.

Not only is Leah talented and her work speaks for itself, she is also such a beautiful person inside and out. She went out of her way to take pictures for us during an unexpected snowstorm which turned out to be MAGICAL. She is sweet, friendly and so easy to work with. The quality of her work, her dedication and professionalism is unmatched. Leah captured moments that will live with us forever. Highly recommend Leah Marie Photography + Stationary!
Feroza, 3 years ago
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Moira Grace Photography

5.0

Wake Forest, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hello Friends, my name is Moira and I'm a professional portrait and wedding photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina although I'm available for travel and love meeting new people everywhere! I'm super passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid, and timeless moments. I'm there to capture the joy, laughter, beauty, and raw emotion of your wedding day. I love it when my couples are able to get comfortable enough with me to go with the flow and enjoy themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moira partnered with me for a styled shoot. Her photos were light, whimsical and the turn around was fairly quick!
Simply Cakes, 4 years ago
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Laura Memory Photography & Videography

5.0

Durham, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

​We are Laura & Drew! *IF YOU LOVE OUR WORK, PLEASE REACH OUT TO US ON OUR WEBSITE WWW.LAURAMEMORY.COM* Laura is a full time artist working in photography, videography, & photo editing. Drew is a Ph.D. child clinical psychologist by day & photographs with Laura on weekends. Laura's middle name is really Memory! We are super chill and down to earth and hope our photos reflect that ease. We love those candid and joyful moments, genuine laughter, beautiful details, and capturing your love story in a journalistic and natural way. Always down for adventures, non traditional weddings, and travel!

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There is nothing quite like the peace and joy and love and laughter you feel when you spend your wedding day with Laura and Drew. Hiring Laura and Drew was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding. Not only did they capture every moment perfectly, but they have an incredible eye for special genuine moments shared between guests. We never felt awkward or rushed and we were constantly being hyped up by them. Not only are they talented at what they do, but they are also just genuine, lovely people. The photos and the memories they captured for us are precious and incredible. Hire them!! 10/10!!
Tessa K., 5 months ago
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Amanda Summerlin Photography

5.0

Lawrenceville, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,375
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

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.

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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., 4 years ago
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Jessica Marie Photography LLC

5.0

Greensboro, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I am a North Carolina photographer... & yes I am willing to travel for your next session! I am a wife, mother of 2, and a proud Pitbull Mom. I have been passionate about photography since my children were young. I am finally at a place in my life where I can share my passion with others and hopefully capture their most treasured moments in time.

Jessica cares so much about her clients and seriously takes so much pride in her work. She loves what she does and it shows in her professionalism and the beauty of her images.
Stephanie Small, 2 months ago
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Maddie Moore Creative

5.0

Birmingham, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Maddie Moore is a Birmingham-based wedding + portrait photographer focused on documenting love stories. Her background in journalism and art set the tone for her wedding photography style and client experience.

There aren’t enough words to describe how dearly I adore Maddie’s work. She has captured so many essential moments in my life - dating, engagement, first Christmas card, etc. etc. etc. and she never fails to deliver quality work. She’s a breeze to work with and brings a sense of calm to any situation. She is timely and professional. Maddie carries herself so well - approachable yet confident in her role. And her photos..... I mean. Magic. All this to say - I will trust her to continue to capture my most precious moments in life: babies, lifestyle shoots, holiday sessions, etc. And I would recommend you do the same. You have a million decisions to make and I can guarantee you this could be your easiest one of all!!!
Brad + J., 3 years ago
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Natural Images Photo Video

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

In business since 1992, Natural Images Photo Video provides a very unique photography and videography package specifically tailored to wedding couples. Our most popular package is our 'combo' All-Inclusive Photography and Videography Package.

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I highly recommend Natural Images. They did amazing work, extremely professional and high quality photos. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer and videographer!
Bryce and T., a year ago
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Jonathan Bryant Photography

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,350
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

We are a photography team from Charlotte NC that is focused on you and your experience. We would love to have the chance to serve you in any way possible, from an intimate elopement to a full Wedding and Engagement Package.

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Jonathan is not only an incredible photographer who made great photos both for our engagement and wedding, he’s also SO fun to work with. He’s the nicest guy and put us at ease through the entire process, especially when we were not used to taking posed photos. He also was a master of getting the family and wedding party photos done in a flash so we could get back to the party. We were so pleased with our galleries, the quick delivery times, and communication throughout the whole process with several check-in meetings. He got all the types of photos we wanted from the big day and even captured the small moments we didn’t even know he caught in the moment. We can’t wait to look fondly back at these in the decades to come. He cared about our wedding just as much as we did. We feel like we got a ton of value out of our package! We absolutely would hire Jonathan and his great assistants again and again.
Jordan P., 6 months ago
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Anorda Photography

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hey there! We’re Sam and Nick, the photographers behind Anorda Photography and we’re so pumped you’re here. We’re full-time Asheville wedding photographers who have called the Southeast home our whole lives. And while our roots are strong in Georgia and North Carolina, we’ve worked all over the US. So whatever landscape is calling your name for your wedding day, you can count us in! We’re excited you’re here!

Hiring Sam (Anorda Photography) to be our photographer for our wedding was the single best decision we made. Her style is authentic, genuine, and true to what we actually experienced on our wedding day. She is able to find the best moments without knowing she is even photographing. Her work and style is incredible. She made me feel comfortable the entire day and kept timelines in order. She honored all our crazy family photo requests and was able to handle the crowd. We loved working with Sam and highly recommend anyone to hire her for your photography needs!!
Gabrielle B., 7 months ago
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Dustin Finkelstein Photography

5.0

Knoxville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

My name is Dustin Finkelstein. I’m so grateful that I have the opportunity to turn my passion into my career. I love picking up my camera everyday and never knowing what the world is going to bring my way. With over 20 years of photography experience, I want to approach every wedding in a fresh way that reflects the unique aspects of the couple’s relationship and individual personalities. I try to naturally capture who my couples are with an artistic flare; letting the real moments they share during their wedding and engagements shine. That way, when they look at their photos years down the line it’ll be like it was just yesterday.

As a wedding officiant, I have worked with Dustin Finkelstein many times and not only is he warm & professional, drawing out the best in his couples, but his photography skills are amazing. He captures the joy & warmth of the day. Somehow he's always right where he needs to be---turning those little moments of real joy and connection into priceless memories. It's a joy to work with him & I highly recommend him to any couple looking for amazing wedding photos! Book him now---it'll be one of the best decisions you make!
Katrina Baecht, 4 years ago
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Forest and Fog Collective

5.0

Greensboro, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

What's up?! I'm Cat, owner/founder/HBIC of Forest and Fog. Lucky for you, I am a legit professional at making people look adorable in photos. A little witchy, a little hippie, always hungry. I love what I do, which is mostly giving ALL POSSIBLE f*cks about you + your memories.

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Book Cat for your wedding. You won’t regret it. My experience has been so amazing. Above and beyond what I ever expected when searching for a photographer. Our professional relationship quickly formed into a real friendship. In the months and weeks before our wedding Cat and I were chatting on Instagram almost daily (she even recommended my wedding make up)! And she was able to work with my on my budget. When she walked into my dressing room on the big day it was just like seeing any of my other friends and she fit right in! I appreciated how polite she was with my family and how she was down she was to see the (in my opinion) cool places I had picked out. I could not imagine my wedding with out her there. Her photos and sense of style are amazing! I couldn’t be happier with the photos we received!
Tessa, 4 years ago
Victoria Grace Photography

5.0

Waynesville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

It's weird describing the "me behind the camera" but I'll start with the fact I'm the mother of two of the cutest identical twin girls you've ever seen. This business allows me to spend most of my time with them and even some of my work time and for that I am forever thankful. While finishing my Bachelor's Degree in Middle Grades Education at Western Carolina University photography sort of just happened. By the time I graduated I knew that photography was what I wanted to do full time. I shot a wedding the day I was supposed to walk the stage at graduation and I've been chasing light with some of the sweetest couples in the world ever since.

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Victoria is truly an incredible photographer, but she is an even more incredible person. When COVID-19 shut down the country, we decided to move our wedding date earlier (from December to October) to try and avoid a second, more severe, wave of the virus and hopefully have everyone we love in attendance. She was able to move to our new date, and she worked with us to reschedule engagement pictures twice when there was a concern about possible exposure. She not only goes above and beyond in her business and is flexible and punctual, but she also goes above and beyond to help her clients with whatever they need. She helped me, the stressed-out bride, calm down by helping create a wedding-day timeline that I sent out to the wedding party, the director, and vendors; that timeline saved us so much time and kept us on track and low-stress on the day of the wedding. I made a mistake and did not communicate the correct address of the wedding venue to her, and she still got to the correct venue early, helped organize us, got all the pictures we wanted, and even made my husband's boutonniere when the florist accidentally did not include his. I cannot stress enough how amazing Victoria is: the whole process of working with her was seamless, she is so personable and puts people at ease (my husband is not comfortable in front of a camera, and she relaxed him with laughter and caught his true nature in a gorgeous style), and she made a very stressful time much less stressful by being super supportive of us and going above and beyond what is required of her. Our engagement pictures, my bridal portraits, and our wedding pictures were all beautiful, and she had them all edited and back to us in record time. If you're looking for a wedding photographer, look no further: Victoria Grace Photography is the only way to go!
Emily & S., 4 years ago
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Diora Media, LLC

5.0

Raleigh, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I’m an NC and DESTINATION wedding, graduation, and lifestyle photographer passionate about telling true stories that evoke real and raw emotion. I’m a tar heel, iced coffee lover, and cat lady who moved from NYC to a NC horse farm as a young girl. This gave me all the versatility I’ll ever need at any shoot. I’d love to hear your story!

Labeling Giovanni's work 'great' would be an understatement! Having her as our photographer for both our engagement photos and wedding was one of the best decisions we have made. Not only is she kind, relaxed and fun while working, but the results of her photos are incredible. We have looked at our wedding photos everyday for the last 3+ months since, and have felt nothing but joy. Our appreciation for Gio is unending as we know we will hold these photos close for the rest of our lives. She captured these memories perfectly. Oh! and the #1 compliment we have received from others about our wedding is how WONDERFUL the photos are. Gio crafted photos that were exactly what we wanted yes, but she somehow also made it everyone else's favorite too! We could not recommend a photographer more than Gio.
Hailey & J., 3 years ago
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Julia Madden Sears

5.0

Greenville, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I’ve been Julia the Photographer for over half my life, and Julia the Wedding Photographer for a nearly a decade. I've been a part of over 200 wedding days, and it just never gets old. Firm believer that love looks good on everyone. I want to know you and what matters most, so your photos from your day reflect that. I married my husband Jordan in the mountains, young. We welcomed our son Sebastian in January 2022, and have two pups, Disco and Rowan. I love finding magic in the ordinary, the beach at night, cute video games and silly teen drama tv shows. Trying to be a walking sparkle!

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't say enough about how sweet, warm, professional, kind and talented Julia is. From our very first meeting, she felt more like a friend than a vendor. She had great ideas for how to work within our budget and still fulfill the must-haves on our photo wish list. She was willing (and excited!) to change things up super last-minute for our engagement photos and create a beautiful, unique shoot in our own backyard and neighborhood. Her photos of our wedding day are so full of love, life and light. She made our friends and family so comfortable that even the more traditional posed family shots are playful, relaxed and fun. Absolutely everyone shines in front of her lens.
Diane + L., 2 years ago
Tricia Michael Photography

5.0

Raeford, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi, I'm Tricia! A candid loving photojournalist who shares a love for all things outdoors. I enjoy working alongside other adventure seeking romantics who value good views, beautiful art and real moments. My home cities are located in the Carolinas & Greece but I travel all over the world for intimate love stories.

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As a wedding planner, I love to recommend and work with Tricia. She is a calming force on a chaotic wedding day, and we love to have her on our team. Not to mention, her photos are beautiful! You won’t regret have her capture your most precious moments.
Sweet Oak Events, a year ago
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Destinie Fouche Photography

5.0

Wake Forest, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I'm an elopement photographer, because I believe eloping couples deserve to have wedding days that are full of comfort, playfulness, and adventure somewhere stunningly gorgeous with zero stress! <3. I specialize in Glacier National Park and Western North Carolina elopements and love to serve couples with unlimited planning assistance.

We were SO blessed to have Des. She is so much more than a photographer. She has become our biggest hype girl and such a close friend, since working working with her. She will take such excellent care of you and make sure that you have a day that is an honest reflection of your relationship. She was able to guide us into choosing the most epic location, connect us with incredible vendors, and put us at complete ease. We’re super laid back and she made everything so easy and chill. We were taken care of through the entire experience. We we’re nervous about exploring somewhere new, but Des knows her stuff and was able to navigate us through the location scouting process seamlessly. The day of felt nothing like a photo session and more like hanging out with a really cool friend that gave you as much space as you needed to be vulnerable with your partner, while also keeping the hype up. She had such an incredible pulse on our needs. We were nervous about looking awkward or feeling camera-shy, but she knew exactly what to say to help up feel comfortable. There was no awkward posing or forced emotion, just really subtle prompting that helped you ease into each moment. The entire day was amazing and none of it would have happened without her skill and guidance. We felt like we could trust her to keep us present in the most important moments. We cried when we got our images, they were absolutely breathtaking and 1000% us. We loved being able to share this day through these images with all of our friends and family that weren’t there. They were able to laugh and cry with us. Getting your gallery from Des is like getting to relive your favorite day all over again. She is an absolute gem that impacted our lives in such a positive way. We had no idea how gorgeous Montana was until Des blew our minds with all of the incredible knowledge that she has. If you’re curious about how amazing eloping can be, she’s the girl to talk to. We would do it all over again in a heartbeat.
Sam and K., 4 years ago
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Tom Waldenberg Photography

5.0

Raleigh, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi, I'm Tom! I'm a husband, dad (of 2 humans, 1 dog, 1 cat, and 4 chickens), and have loved weddings since my first reception conga line in 4th grade. When I'm not photographing weddings, you'll find me tending my vegetable garden, eating Tex-Mex, rewatching RuPaul's Drag Race and going for hikes around North Carolina & visiting family in New England.

We had an amazing experience with Tom as our wedding photographer! Before the wedding, he was quick to respond to any communication and very intent on making sure he knew what he wanted. At the wedding, he was very professional and went above and beyond every step of the way. He was attentive and captured every special moment. The photos are really amazing and he did an excellent job directing us and our families during the posed photos and capturing candid moments without intruding. He got our gallery to us quickly and the photos were beautifully compiled. We cannot recommend Tom enough!
Brenna M., 2 years ago
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Studio Ace Photography

5.0

Greensboro, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi! We are Studio Ace! Studio Ace is wedding photography business that specializes in illustrating love stories with an authentic and documentary-style approach. Founded in 2016 by Shannon and Bekah, a LGBTQ+ couple, Studio Ace celebrates the uniqueness and beauty of every love story, regardless of gender, orientation, or identity. With a focus on weddings, elopements, and engagements, we travel far and wide to document heartfelt moments that unfold naturally, creating timeless memories that reflect your true selves.

I'm a photographer and have been lucky to work with Studio Ace on a few weddings together. I love that they are so professional, ready for anything and so talented. I highly recommend them to capture your portraits or wedding!
Chelsea Lane Photography, 6 months ago
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Katie Stoltz Photography

5.0

Cary, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hey there! I'm Katie, wedding film and digital photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Inspired by the colors and intentionality of 35mm film and the surrounding beauty of nature, I photograph love stories for couples craving adventurous, yet candid and intimate moments. I'd love to hear more about your dream wedding or elopement day, and I can't wait to get to know you both!

Katie did an amazing job on our pictures! They turned out beautifully! Katie was professional, kind, and easy to communicate with! She made us feel very comfortable during our session
Allison + K., a year ago
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Alessandra Lee Photography

5.0

Eagleville, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

My love for photography started at a young age in my small hometown outside of Pittsburgh. After being in public accounting for over four years, I eventually left to explore the creative fulfillment that photography has always given me. I knew immediately that being able to capture the love and joy between a couple for them to cherish for years to come, brought me the fulfillment I was searching for. As a photographer, I love natural light, authentic moments and adventurous souls. When not behind the camera, I’m forever a Harry Potter superfan and pasta addict. I’m always looking for new people and places to inspire me.

Alessandra photographed my sister in laws wedding and we knew we needed her contact information! We couldn’t be happier with working with Alessandra. She captured our entire wedding weekend with confidence, fun & positivity. She delivered our sneak peek photos within 2 days of our wedding and we were blown away. We can’t wait to see how our photos turned out, we know they will be amazing. 10/10 recommend Alessandra and for your wedding!
Madeleine F., 7 months ago
The Portos

5.0

Tampa, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

PHIL PORTO REAL MOMENTS FINE ART My name is Phil Porto and my goal is to give amazing couples the perfect balance of real moments and fine art. Yes I want you guys to look freakin' hot in your images but I also want your photos to take you back to the raw emotions you felt in that moment. I don't want you to say "The photos are so great. Phil did a great job telling us to shut up and stand there". I want you to say "These photos are amazing. I remember exactly what we were laughing about or what you whispered in my ear."

The photos from the Porto’s speak for themselves. You can see the quality of their work in everything they do which is exactly why we booked them for our wedding. Phil was super helpful in the planning process. The day went so smoothly and he worked great in getting the many family photos from our large families taken, which means a lot to us. Even called some audibles due to rain but still managed to get a lot of amazing photos. Thankful for them and the timeliness of delivery of our pics! They are beautiful!
Bethany L., 8 months ago
Sunflower & Sage Photography

5.0

Fairmont, WV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,299
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I consider my style to be on the photojournalistic side, documenting moments as they naturally happen but also helping to set the scene for the moments that matter most. But I'm not just here to click a camera; I'm your visual storyteller, weaving the narrative of your love into each frame. You can think of me as your co-pilot to navigating the whirlwind of your wedding day. Together, we’ll craft a seamless timeline, embrace the unexpected moments, and handle anything the day throws our way. I’ll capture every smile shared, heartfelt tear shed, and dance move busted along the way so you can focus on enjoying the magic of your special day!

Aireal was so great during our wedding! We planned everything a little last minute, and she was so helpful making sure that all of our photo dreams came true. My wife and I absolutely LOVE our wedding photos and we will cherish them forever.
Ashley and A., a year ago
Ruzin Cunningham Photos

5.0

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

I want to capture all your in-between moments, those are my favorite, the way you guys sneak looks and steal kisses. I don’t want to be just another person who shows up and waves a black box in your face. I want your photos to represent your effortless connection, the closeness with your person, and all the other things that make you guys YOU! I am inspired by your love and I want to capture YOUR raw and real story. I want to tell it through my photos. And the fact that no else has been in my shoes, I see the world through eyes that no one else has. That’s what makes me different. Also NO TRAVEL FEE anywhere in the states!!

We got married in June 2022, and even now looking at our photos and video has us in disbelief at how Ruzin beautifully captured our special day. It’s like we’re viewing someone else’s wedding, but it’s actually ours! Throughout wedding planning, she went above and beyond for us and we can’t truly express our gratitude. She takes the time to get personal and get to know you well and understand your vision to help take it to the next level. We’ve seen many wedding photos, but hands down ours were the best. Choosing her was the best decision we made!
Ramya & T., a year ago
Fearfully Made Image

5.0

Knoxville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi there! I want to first say that I am pleased that you're here. I am happily married to my husband, Nick. Together, we have a little girl that we call Jojo. I have been a photographer for 5 years now, and my passion is wedding photography. I love to shoot during the golden hour and catch as many candid and timeless photos. If you don't see me with my family, you'll catch me at target or in the Dunkin' drive thru getting an iced coffee.

We had Angeliccaa at our venue for a wedding in July and she was amazing! So friendly and easy to work with. At one point I saw her on the dance floor holding a child dancing so I asked how long she had been friends with the family, and she responded she hadn’t met then before that day! That’s customer service for sure!! We look forward to the next time she’s back at our venue!
Laura, 3 years ago
Caliyah Hart Photography

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swannanoa, NC

Hi! I'm Caliyah! I'm your super energetic gal pal behind the camera! I am a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in the Charlotte, NC area. I specialize in capturing the love and raw emotion between two people who are totally and completely into each other.

The only word I could think to describe Caliyah is perfect. She listened to what we wanted, we had a vision, and we worked together to make it happen. Her photos are not the kind that seem overly edited, they genuinely capture the raw emotions of your wedding day. Which I appreciated in the moment but will definitely appreciate in the years to come looking back on our pictures. She gives a clear timeline for how long we should expect to get pictures back and she has been correct and timely every single time. She is personable, easy to talk to, and overall just a good person in general. She rocked and I cannot recommend her enough!
Ashlyn S., 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Swannanoa, NC

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Swannanoa, NC?

A Swannanoa, NC wedding photographer ranges from $250 to $10,000 and averages at $2,500. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Swannanoa, NC offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Swannanoa, NC?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, Ashley Cynthia Photography and Give: Photography for Change.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

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