The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Riderwood, MD

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Riderwood, MD

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333 Wedding Photographers in Riderwood, MD

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Joshua Fernandez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Hi. I’m Josh. Our work is based in Washington, DC, often in San Francisco and we’re happy to travel. The best photographs are simple, unobtrusive, and spontaneous. Memory fills in the gaps - this is how authentic photography captivates us. We've always sought to remember things exactly how they happened - how we felt. The goal is to unobtrusively document your day through artful frames. I'm a firm believer there is no single best photographer anywhere in the world - but there are artist the align with your vision. Please look us up on Google (Joshua Fernandez Photography) and see how past clients describe their experience with us. :)

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Joshua Fernandez Photography delivered an exceptional corporate photography experience that exceeded all expectations. His talent shines through in both formal headshots and candid moments, capturing not just images but the genuine spirit of our team. His personable approach put everyone at ease, resulting in natural and authentic photographs. Whether shooting corporate headshots, team photos, or capturing our staff during meetings and daily operations, Joshua demonstrated outstanding professionalism and attention to detail. What truly sets Joshua apart is his ability to reveal the authentic beauty in everyday workplace moments. The impromptu photos in various settings showcase our team's personality and dynamics in a way that feels both professional and wonderfully natural. Working with Joshua was a pleasure from start to finish. His expertise, professionalism, and artistic eye make him the perfect choice for corporate photography needs. Highly recommend!
John K., a year ago
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Justin Kunimoto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

First and foremost, congratulations! This is an exciting time! Before I begin with all the details, I would like to do away with the formalities and keep it light. Technically speaking, I’m a photographer, but honestly, since establishing my business in 2014, I would consider myself a teammate through this process. I’ve really enjoyed getting to know couples, their families, their stories, and at the end of the day, becoming a good friend. If this vibes with you, we are off to a good start :) Answering questions, transparency in communication, and prompt responses are important to me and I hope that everything I share resonates.

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Justin was absolutely incredible!! He was able to impeccably capture the beauty and joy of the day. A lot of photographers we considered had beautiful photos, but the reason we went with Justin was because you could feel the joy come through the photos and it paid off! Justin sent us the high quality, well edited photos faster than I have ever heard any wedding photographer get pictures to the bride and groom and he made it very easy for us to share those pictures with family and friends. Not only did Justin deliver beautiful photos that captured the mood of the day, but he went above and beyond his photographer duties. When all of the bridal party was racing around with wet fingernails, Justin stepped in to help button the many buttons on my dress. When we were running late to get to the ceremony, Justin called the front desk at the venue to make sure our ride was waiting for us to get to the ceremony ASAP. I cannot recommend Justin enough!!!
Sabrina J., 2 years ago
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Margarita Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based right in Baltimore, MD. Originally from Greece. There is nothing that makes me happier than capturing laughter, love, and connections. I believe that everything happens for a reason

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After meeting dozens of photographers, scrolling hundreds of portfolios, and feeling like all wedding photographers were the same, I saw Margarita at a wedding expo booth. Her display photos were nothing I had ever seen from a wedding photographer before...an artistic voice. Scroll her work and you'll be relieved to find someone who captures raw, real emotion and doesn't rely on 50 filters and over saturation in her work. Her prices were incredibly reasonable so we booked her immediately. After talking with us, she suggested we do our engagement shoot at a brewery/arcade which we had never been to and now we go every week! Props to her Baltimore city knowledge and ability to read us to find one of our favorite places that has significant meaning More importantly, when we got our photos back, we were floored. Neither my partner nor I really like our photos taken but we loved the photos and how we looked. She brought out the models in us with such ease because the whole time you work with her it feels like your with a friend who just happens to have a camera. It all felt natural and genuine and you can see it in the photos. The wedding was the same thing - just a laidback feeling between my spouse, Margarita, and me just hanging out. Yes, she can shoot a camera. Yes, she can edit photos. Yes, she can properly read light and stage photos. All necessary skills of a photographer but her real skill is making connections with her clients and capturing genuine emotions and moments. She'll set your mind at ease so you can be present with your partner to enjoy your day then she'll deliver you hundreds of breathtaking photos. Book her, you won't regret it.
Thomas B., 4 months ago
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Living Radiant Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

We’re Maggie and Patrick, the husband-and-wife team behind Living Radiant Photography. For over a decade, we’ve captured weddings across Maryland, DC, and beyond with a style that blends timeless portraits and joyful storytelling. Couples love how we make them feel at ease, photographing natural, radiant moments without forcing anything. We've been on weddingW*iRe + theK*not and are new to Zola! TONS of reviews over there! To us, photography isn’t just about pretty pictures—it’s about preserving the emotions and details that will matter for generations.

I truly cannot say enough good things about living radiant. They have photographed some of the most important moments of our lives—our wedding, multiple family sessions, Christmas photos, and even our baby’s first 48-hour photos. Every single time, the photos are absolutely amazing. On our wedding day they helped keep the day running smoothly by guiding us through the timeline and calming nerves when things felt hectic. They paid attention to small details—dress, rings, décor, candid emotions—that made our photos feel so personal. They have a gift for capturing real, beautiful moments, and they make you feel so comfortable in front of the camera. If you have an idea or a vision, they are all in and ready to bring it to life. We are so grateful to have found the best photographers that we can trust with our biggest milestones.
Allyson O., 3 months ago
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Golden Night Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Welcome to Golden Night Photography! Thank you for joining me on this magical adventure. Together we will weave a fantastic story that means you. We all deserve those special moments, those magical times, sometimes rare seconds that we feel seen, appreciated, and truly adored. Those are the moments that I love and I plan on capturing with you. I want to make you feel absolutely magical.

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Layla was my absolute favorite vendor to work with for our wedding. She is a ray of sunshine with an upbeat, welcoming, and fun personality. If you are looking for a wedding photographer, pick her! My husband and I got married in August at Woodberry Kitchen. We hired Layla for our engagement photos, rehearsal dinner and wedding day. For our engagement photos, I was nervous to be in front of the camera, but she made us feel comfortable, made us laugh and got beautiful shots! It was awesome to have her for the rehearsal dinner, she took great photos of us and our guests. On our wedding day she was the best! She got a ton of wonderful shots and some unique ones of us and our families as well. 10/10 I would recommend her to EVERYONE!
Carrie L., a year ago
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Nicole Simensky Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Creating a space where you feel comfortable, confident, and free to be yourself. As a wedding photographer in Baltimore, I'm passionate about blending authenticity, elegance, and storytelling to capture your wedding day. Serving Baltimore, Maryland, Washington DC, and Central PA.

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5 stars are not enough to represent how fantastic Nicole is! She actually photographed my sister's wedding as well and my family and I were so blown away by the stunning photos that she was the first person I reached out to after getting engaged! Not only are her photos gorgeous, they really captured our emotions and personalities. One of my favorite things about Nicole (aside from her taste in books) is how she prioritizes making each wedding day as personal to the bride and groom as she can. She worked with us to create a stress-free timeline, understand the kind of shots we wanted and the story we wanted to capture, and then brought it to life! She was such a fun presence on our day - the perfect balance of laughing and having fun with us and while also keeping our families and bridal party on track! We could not recommend her services enough.
Chelsea L., 4 months ago
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Brendan Beale Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD
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I'm an award-winning photographer with a passion for crafting lifelong memories from fleeting moments. My calling is to weave together each smile, laugh, and tear into a joyful narrative, walking alongside you to help make your special day extraordinary. I offer a flexible, hourly rate so that exceptional photography can be within the reach of any budget. Every couple receives full copyright ownership of every beautifully edited photo in a stunning digital album for unlimited lifetime downloading, sharing, and printing. And every booking six hours or longer comes with a free engagement session!

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Brendan was one of the vendor best choices we made for our wedding! He was incredibly kind, patient, and honored all of our special requests (even the extra silly ones). He truly took time to get to know us as a couple, and as individuals, and ensured that his photographs represented our personalities and all of the quirks of our relationship. He also seemed to genuinely enjoy being there and getting to know everyone - was truly a part of the celebration. He also provided a lot of emotional support and logistical planning support when the weather turned out to be rainy for the day and ended up utilizing the rain in some really innovative pictures. We hope to use Brendan for photographs for many futures milestones in our lives such as pregnancies, babies etc.
Elyssa G., 5 months ago
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Wild Elements Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

For a better experience, send an inquiry directly through my website contact form. I'm Ciana, a documentary-style wedding and elopement photographer based along the East Coast, serving adventurous and experience-driven couples all over the world. Using film and digital mediums, I've developed a knack for chasing stories - the kind that are told through landscapes, reinvented traditions, fleeting glances, and wholesome conversations.

My family and I absolutely love wild elements photography! Ciana and her team are absolutely enjoy to be around making photo shoots, incredibly fun and enjoyable! Incredibly easy to get in contact with and is always professional! The photos that we have gotten through wild elements for photography has been some of the most beautiful pictures that has ever been taken of me and my family!
Alexis R., 6 months ago
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Weddings By Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Hi, I'm Lee. Dreamer, Romantic, Storyteller... Growing up I didn't get it, I can tell you there is more than one photo of me with a bored and anxious look on my face. I can still hear my dad, who has now passed, say "if you don't sit still we will be here all day". As an adult, I now get it. Not being able to talk with my dad everyday or ask for advice, I'm so thankful to have albums full of family photos to hold in my hands. Fast forward to today as a DC wedding photographer, I want this for you. Nothing gives me more pleasure than capturing wedding photos that you and your family will cherish for a lifetime.

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We were thrilled with the photos Lee took of our wedding and really enjoyed working with him. If you're a bridge/groom to be, do yourself a favor and work with Lee. Often, I'll look at my wedding photos, and it'll brighten my day to see the great photos Lee took. Lee captured our wedding in a photojournalistic style -- catching lots of great candid shots. Of course, he also took portraits and offered helpful suggestions when we weren't sure what we wanted. He's incredibly knowledgable as well as fun and easy to work with. Take one thing off your to-do list and pick Lee as your photographer.
Rachel S., 4 years ago
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T. Juliete Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Hey there, my name is Tia! I'm 27 years old and living in Baltimore, and I've been documenting love stories for the last 9 years. I truly believe I have the best job in the world. In addition to photog, my other loves include dancing, 70s + 80s rock, cooking, anything involving my family and friends, my cat Goose, and watching reality dating shows.

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Alison and I met Tia when she photographed our friends’ wedding in 2024. We were both in the wedding party, and right away we were blown away by how talented and professional she was. Not long after their wedding, the sneak peeks came out — and they were absolutely breathtaking. So when we got engaged later that year, there was no question who we wanted as our photographer. Even though we’ve only worked with Tia in a professional setting, she has a way of connecting with you on such a personal level that it feels like you’ve known her for years. She’s warm, genuine, and makes you feel completely at ease in front of the camera. I have a big family, and we were a little nervous about getting all the photos done before the ceremony. Tia showed up completely prepared — she had her shot list on her phone mounted to her camera — and somehow managed to keep everything organized and right on schedule. We love her shooting style. It’s natural, candid, and focused on capturing real moments rather than overly posed photos. Of course, we did a few of those, but the candid shots are what truly stand out — the ones where you forget the camera’s even there. Everyone says the photographer is one of the most important vendors for your wedding, and I couldn’t agree more. Tia was absolutely incredible, and we can’t recommend her enough. Thank you, Tia, for capturing our day so beautifully and for being such a joy to work with!
Jordan Z., 5 months ago
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Creation4use LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

A dad, a son, a brother and a jack of all trades musician that loves to rock out any chance I get. I grew up in New York City. My inclination towards photography came from classic street photography and photojournalists from all over the world that told their stories through a lens. It made me pick up a camera and start shooting. Now, living in Maryland I shoot all sorts of stories and moments locally, domestically, and abroad. It's taken me a while to figure out what my "thing" is but I've come to figure out that I'm a milestone photographer. The moments your life that have proven to be meaningful -- I'll be there.

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If you're looking for a wedding photographer that will go above and beyond, Sam is your man. He was so much more than a photographer. We cared most about the small, beautiful, candid moments people share with one another on a wedding day and Sam captured all of it. He has a magical way of capturing emotions and making everything seem like it is in motion. We had a small family wedding and Sam immersed himself into the day and our families. It was so wonderful. He did the work of three photographers and I'm still not sure how he accomplished it all! More than that, he was there for every little thing we needed. Extra bluetooth speaker? Sam was on it. Hep with boutonnieres? Sam was on it. The photos made us cry and captured the day perfectly. I am so grateful we were one of the few wedding Sam photographed in 2025. If he's available, book him right away!
Patricia S., 4 months ago
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Photography By Brea 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

When I’m not photographing weddings, I am a rock climber, scuba diver, glass blower (#breablowsglass on instagram), ukulele, guitar, and guitarlele player, world traveler, and cat mom to Sherlock (sherlocknessmonster on instagram). During the winter, I teach a video class at the Sheffield Institute of the Recording Arts and I love having a positive impact on my students. Everything I love to do challenges me personally and makes me a stronger person. I feel the most alive when I feel connected to this beautiful planet and the people on it.

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I met Brea when she photographed my best friend’s wedding, and I knew right away that she was the photographer I wanted for my own. Brea is warm, personable, and took the time to truly get to know us as a couple so that our photos reflected what mattered most to us. She was incredibly responsive to every request, creative and adaptive in bringing our vision to life, and somehow managed to capture every big moment and quiet detail with artistry and authenticity. We were stunned when she sent us photos that very night! Her speed is matched only by the breathtaking quality of her work. Choosing Brea and her team was one of the best decisions we made. She didn’t just document our day, she told our story.
Kimberly, 7 months ago
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Tori M Pedro Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

I'm a lifestyle photographer with a passion for capturing your keepsake moments! With work experience in event management, I understand the behind the scenes of weddings & I am fully equipped to deliver you fun AND professional service on your big day. I've captured weddings, engagements (hello crouching behind a tree to capture the proposal moment), and so much more. What I love about weddings is witnessing such happiness and love. I spend my time capturing the glances between couples, Grandma's smile, and your special details. If you want to see where attention to detail, professionalism, lightheartedness & sarcasm meet...let's chat!

Awarded Best of Zola
Tori's provided photo timeline was detailed, she answered all questions and was always easy to get in touch with, and she clearly knows how the industry works! When things got crazy during the wedding, she was like a therapist to me on site and somehow kept everything on track. During the events I didn't notice she was even in the room (in the best way!). And she captured the sweetest glances and moments!! I will totally be telling friends to hire her for their weddings!
Victoria M., 2 years ago
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steady&sway 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

A German import and world traveler who is obsessed with her adopted home of beautiful Old Ellicott City, Maryland. I've had the pleasure of capturing weddings for 7 years now, and nothing excites me more than creating keepsakes and story relics for people to cherish and share with their families for years to come. To this day, I still get touched by the joy, emotion-filled tears, and raucous parties that I have the privilege to witness and be a part of! My clients feel like family, and I don’t take that honor lightly!

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Izzy was the perfect photographer for our wedding day. She was attentive and responsive throughout the entire process, making sure to understand our vision and preferences. The quality of her work was fantastic, with great indoor and outdoor photos that captured the beauty and style of our wedding. She arrived on time and was able to beautifully document all the special details and fun moments of our celebration, including gorgeous sunset golden hour pictures. Steady&Sway provided excellent value for the pricing, and we couldn't be happier with the stunning results.
GDG, 2 years ago
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Barbara O Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

I'm Barbara, an adventurer and passionate about life and the world we live in. I’ve lived in 4 different countries so far and I’m currently living in Maryland with Darrion, the love of my life. We met in 2008 in Prague. It was definitely one of those love-at-first-sight cliché stories. I’m such a romantic! I believe in fairy tales, love candle-lit dinners and dancing to Van Morrison under a starry sky.

Where do I begin?! Our experience with Barbara made our wedding planning and experience way less stressful! What a pleasure to work with her! Barbara and her team really knew how to capture all the important and candid moments, and the creativity was astounding. It was easy to feel confident and natural in front of the camera with Barbara's style and supportive direction. Every session felt like we were hanging out with an old friend, just having fun. Her eclectic energy and experimental ideas were also a pleasure to incorporate into all of our photos! She understood the vibe and theme we were going for... to a tee! Barbara and her team were so attentive and accommodating, especially with our detailed timeline and the questionable weather. Each and any worry we had that day were diminished simply by having Barbara and her calming demeanor on our team. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. We have found a photographer for all of our special events for life :) Thank you Barbara!!!
Mallory T., 5 months ago
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Aimee Nguyen Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

I'm Aimee Nguyễn. I’m a sarcastic 28 year old who loves to travel, cook, and snuggle with her cat. I have been photographing all kinds of love since 2017. My main goal on your wedding day is to capture your love and day authentic to you while making you feel comfy and stress-free. I take a lot of my inspiration from dope cinematography and my couples. I want to create visual poetry that speaks to your heart and soul, celebrating all the joy and happiness that surrounds you on your wedding day. My albums are meant to speak to your heart, not just the highlights.

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I've had the privilege of working alongside Aimee as a fellow vendor; she was the photographer and I was the videographer. This means we were together for 10 hours, which offered me a deep look into how Aimee operates on a wedding day. Aimee does a great job delicately balancing professionalism and comforting ease. She knows how to joke around, but you never feel like she isn't still focused on giving you the best photos. While I was impressed by Aimee's approach to the wedding day, I was also so impressed when I saw how the final images turned out. She did an incredible job and I highly recommend her!
Virgil Angeles, 2 years ago
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Burroughs Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

We are Burroughs Photography - husband and wife wedding photography team. Primarily, we work in the Maryland, D.C., and Virginia areas, but we travel nationwide and frequently photograph weddings far outside of the DMV. During your wedding day, our goal is to be unobtrusive, fun and relaxing to work with. We want you to enjoy your day and forget we are there so we can get those natural candid moments. We love life, spending time with our 3 little girls, good food, and of course, capturing beautiful couples and their incredible moments. We value diversity and are both proud HBCU graduates. -Jonathan & Alexis -

They spent so much time with us selecting the right positions individually, with our wedding party, and with our families. Burroughs Photography is SUPREME!!
Tiyika T., 2 years ago
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Brittany Dunbar Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Love captured with passion, edge, and color, It’s an honor when anyone hires me If you’re looking for actual artwork from your wedding, I’m ya girl. How lucky am I that I get to celebrate love not just on Valentine’s Day but every single day, Thank you to all of my couples for choosing me to document your love story.

Brittany is INCREDIBLE! I interviewed a few different vendors for our photographer and I am beyond impressed with Brittany’s professionalism, communication, and work!! You can just feel how much she cares about your day and bringing your vision to life. She brought props for the detail photos that I would have forgotten about. Was on board for a last minute decision to do a photo race to get photos with all 220 of our guests. I explained a confetti photo I wanted to Brittany in our very first call and I am ecstatic how it turned out and how she really captured us throughout the day. I felt supported by her, knew what phase of the process we were at at all times (even with her having a baby a few months before my wedding) and her professionalism on the day of the wedding were exactly what you want and expect when hiring someone to capture your memories. I LOVED working with her!!!
Victoria D., a year ago
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Siwinski Family Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Your day, your memories, your captivating legacy, captured for years to come. I help regular brides create iconic moments so they can celebrate their love for years to come. It’s your day and your memories. Let’s celebrate with captivating photography.

Krystina was amazing to work with! She arrived early to the first location for shooting and acclimated herself with the area before getting started with photos. She did not need to be directed where to go, she knew where to go and what to do. She suggested and executed some great solo portraits and pictures with my mom and wedding party. At the wedding itself, she took excellent photos while at the same time not being in the way — my family commented how they didn’t even notice her taking pictures most of the time. The pictures we received were incredible, exactly captured our special day. I highly recommend her!
Jadyn M., 2 years ago
Love Life Images 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Serving Maryland (Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia), Washington D.C. and surrounding areas, our engagement and wedding photographers provide finely crafted images with an elegant approach. Let us remove the trial and error from your special day, providing a sophisticated and seamless wedding experience. Our mission is to focus on the unique nature of your love, and translate those details into a set of glamorous, polished images.

I will always recommend Love Life Images! They are one of the best photographer companies to work with in Washington DC and Baltimore. I have worked with them consistently for a few years and they always deliver a quality service and product to our clients.
Kawania, 6 years ago
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Morgan O'Neil Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

I am a Baltimore based wedding and engagement photographer, known for my vibrant wedding photos with an authentic, candid style. I work with couples who are laid back like me, and whose idea of a perfect wedding day is enjoying time with family and friends, not spending half the day posing for stiff, awkward photos.

As a planner I am always looking for top notch photographers to refer my clients to. Morgan is exactly that every wedding day, top notch! During the planning process she stays in the loop to important details, makes suggestions for where to take photos, and works closely on the timeline with me to ensure that our client's expectations are met. I can't think of a better photographer to work with on your big day!
Krystina, a year ago
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tPoz Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

I'm a Maryland native, a big Ravens fan, and I love love love my little "Smalltimore Baltimore"! I'm fun-loving and spontaneous with a fast & furious shooting style! I can hold my own against your crazy groomsmen & their jokes, and I'll feel like I'm BFF with you & your bridesmaids by the end of the day! I have a newfound love for gardening & in addition to all the vegetables, I've been growing Ranunculus, Anemones, and Garden Roses to pretty up my patio! I spend most of my free time volunteering as a photographer/dog walker at my local animal shelter - BARCS, and the hubs is never surprised when I come home with a new foster dog!

Teri is a true professional! We absolutely love working with her. She makes you feel so comfortable and relaxed while capturing beautiful images!!
Laurie, 6 years ago
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Nessa K 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

My work lives somewhere between fine art and documentary. I love sitting in quiet observation. Capturing the way clouds drift above a ceremony, the hush of a foggy morning, candlelight flickering after the sun has set. But it’s not just about the setting; it’s about the feeling. How you look at the people you love. The stillness in serene moments. The way the light falls as you hold each other, married and in love. I adore the small moments. Ones that feel personal and unposed. The kind of images that, years from now, take you right back to how it felt. I’m so glad you’ve found my work. I’d be honored to tell your story.

From the moment we booked Nessa K, she was a dream to work with. Her communication was quick, knowledgeable, and kind, putting us at ease throughout the entire wedding planning process. On the day of, Nessa's attention to detail and unique, thoughtful approach resulted in the most beautiful, emotional photos that truly captured the essence of our special day. Her photos made me see my day differently - they stopped time and made the joy and love we felt so real. Nessa's work is truly invaluable, and we are so thankful and happy we chose her to be our wedding photographer. Highly recommended!
Jessica V., 19 days ago
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The Wedding Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,999
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

One Team. One Vision. From your first look to your final dance, The Collective operates as a seamless, unified team—sharing timelines, collaborating creatively, and capturing every meaningful detail with intention and artistry. We offer a fully integrated experience with wedding photography, cinematic videography, DJ entertainment, and luxury photo booth activations—all in one beautifully curated package. No miscommunication, no duplicate emails, no guesswork—just a smooth, elevated celebration from start to finish.

Choosing The Wedding Collective was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Having one team handle our photography, videography, DJ, and photo booth made the planning process so much easier—and everything came together perfectly. The entire team was warm, professional, and genuinely excited to be part of our day. Our photos and video are stunning, the music kept everyone on the dance floor, and our guests are still raving about the photo booth. Truly an unforgettable experience!
Renee, 10 months ago
Stay Subtle Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Emma is a professional photographer based out of Baltimore County who has captured couples' big day since 2020. While she primarily serves Maryland and Pennsylvania, Emma is a huge travel bug and hopes to one day visit all 50 states!

From the moment we first discussed our wedding with Emma from Stay Subtle, we knew we had found our perfect photographer. Her collaborative and caring approach made us feel like our vision and priorities were her own. Emma's professionalism, experience, and confidence put us completely at ease, ensuring all the special moments were captured beautifully. The results exceeded our expectations. The shots are breathtaking, and we're still in awe of them years later. Emma's attention to detail and genuine pride in her work was felt throughout the entire day and in every photo she so thoughtfully delivered (which was so much sooner than we were expecting). She went the extra mile and did some really creative edits that we requested long after our big day, which was so appreciated. If you want to book a wedding photographer you can feel 100% confident in, look no further. We couldn't recommend Emma more highly.
Haley M., 7 months ago
Only1Shot Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

Sawyer Shepard (he/him) is an award-winning wedding photographer with a passion for capturing authentic, emotionally rich moments. With over 100 weddings documented across diverse communities, Sawyer brings a documentary-style approach that blends artistic creativity with genuine storytelling.

Working with Sawyer was an amazing experience. We booked Only1shot for both our engagement shoot and wedding and Sawyer made the whole experience extremely personalized and special. He listened to all the details that were important to us and brought it out in our photos. He also gets amazing ideas for poses in the moment that created some of our favorite photos. My wife and I can’t rave enough about this vendor and would recommend Only1Shot to anyone!
Kelly K., a year ago
Katie Merkle 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Riderwood, MD

I want to cover your day in a way that highlights the joy and sincerity that surrounds you and the people you love. Some emotions are unbridled, but most are nuanced and fleeting. When you look back at your set of images, I want you to be transported back to that day and to have those feelings rekindled. My role is to be an observer and a listener. The less time I spend interrupting, the more time I can spend watching, waiting, and capturing the moments that should be remembered. If I’m there to record it, it’ll be without printed pages from other photographers you’d like to see imitated. I'll be there as me – and I’ll be capturing you.

Awarded Best of Zola
My search for a wedding photographer was pretty much a full time job. In fact, it was harder finding a wedding photographer than it was finding a man I wanted to marry. After spending hours and hours searching for the perfect wedding photographer, a google search found me Katie and I knew I had to work with her. From day 1 she was so easy to work with and was willing to work with me on my budget. I was extremely particular when it came to my photos and from the engagement photos to the wedding photos, she really hit it out of the park without me having to describe every little thing. The photos invoked the emotion/feeling I wanted from them and I particularly was wowed by her black and white photos. She clearly knows what she's doing and was able to work efficiently and work around a ton of sudden changes. I was a bundle of nerves on my wedding day and really valued her calm, peaceful demeanor. She truly has an extraordinary style and eye for photography and she's my #1 recommendation for brides looking for timeless wedding photos that transcend what's trending today. We've since worked with her for family photos and she wowed us once again. Honestly I'd have her photograph every momentous occasion of my life if I could. If you go through her portfolio you'll see all different styles of weddings but each photo is stunning. God forbid if I ever have another wedding, partnering with Katie is a no-brainer.
Joanne, 6 years ago

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