Seattle + San Diego Wedding and Elopement Photographer

Capturing the essence of your love story to make your wedding day completely, beautifully You.

A couple in wedding attire sharing a kiss on a large rock by the water with cliffs in the background.
A bride in a floral dress holding a bouquet of flowers in a sunny field of wildflowers in the late afternoon or early evening golden hour.
“Her wedding photos captured a palpable energy —something real, fluid, and vibrant. It didn’t come off staged or overly posed. Just, real. That’s who Danielle is. We loved her ability to make us laugh and feel comfortable in our own bodies. ”
— Derrick De Vera

Let’s capture the essence of your love story.

I photograph every wedding with a deep love for the real stuff: the energy, the emotion, the in-between moments, the head-thrown-back laughter you can still hear when you look at the photos and the magic you didn’t even realize was happening in the moment. I’m there to capture what makes it feel like YOU, with an artist’s eye and a vibrant, true to life style. If you’re looking for a Seattle wedding photographer who will document your day in a way that feels honest, alive, and captures what is beautifully you, you’re in the right place.

Whatever (and wherever) your style of celebration, I can’t wait to photograph the magic-infused moments that make your wedding day incredible.

A bride and groom celebrating their wedding outdoors. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress and the groom is dressed in a dark suit with a floral tie. They are holding hands and smiling as they run on the grass, surrounded by seated and standing
A bride and bride smiling and touching noses outside, with colorful autumn leaves in the background, the bride wearing a flower crown and the other bride in a blue suit with a yellow boutonniere.
A wedding ceremony taking place on Skansonia MV boat overlooking a Seattle city skyline and a body of water, with guests seated and officiants and bride and groom standing at the altar.
A woman dressed as a bride standing in a forest with a flowing veil and wedding gown, surrounded by scattered flower petals.
Barefoot bride in a white wedding gown with dark lace trim standing next to a groom in brown shoes and dark pants on a grassy area.
A couple lying on a dark wooden floor at Georgetown Ballroom in Seattle, smiling and touching foreheads, dressed in formal wedding attire, holding hands, with the woman wearing a wedding dress and the man in a tuxedo.
A couple embracing near a lake with a forested mountain background.
A man and woman dancing a traditional Chilean wedding dance at a festive party with colorful hanging lantern lights and a crowd of onlookers in the background.
A person fastening buttons on a lace and embroidered fabric, likely a wedding dress, with their hands and rings visible.
Group of women wearing matching sleepwear enjoying donuts in a living room.
A bride and groom smiling and leaning toward each other in a white rowboat on a calm body of water, with the groom rowing.
A bride and groom dancing during their wedding reception in a forest setting with a wooden treehouse in the background and a few guests seated at tables.
Two brides at a wedding ceremony outdoors in a wooded area, holding bouquets of pink and purple flowers, smiling, surrounded by guests clapping and celebrating.
A couple dressed in wedding attire, smiling and sitting together outdoors under a tree, with the woman lying on the ground and the man leaning over her.
A black-and-white photo of a wedding ceremony showing a groom covering his mouth, wearing a suit with a boutonnière, and glasses, standing in front of large windows. An officiant, also dressed formally, stands behind a microphone, holding a book, smi
A woman in a white wedding dress walking through a dense forest with tall trees and moss-covered ground.
Couple kisses in the middle of a celebration surrounded by people holding sparklers at night.
A woman with blonde hair wearing a white dress and a floral headband holding a bouquet of flowers outdoors.
A bride and groom share a dance at their wedding reception under a wooden pavilion, with guests in the background clapping and cheering.
People clinking glasses with various drinks outdoors during daytime.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand through a lush, green forest during their wedding day.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with the bride and groom standing in front of a officiant, exchanging vows, surrounded by guests on a grassy field with trees and hills in the background.
A bride in a white lace wedding gown holding a bouquet of flowers standing by the water at the beach.
Two men in tuxedos celebrating and laughing at a party, with bright stage lights in the background.
Group of six people at a wedding, smiling and looking at each other, standing against a wooden wall. The bride and groom are in the center, holding bouquets of purple and white flowers, with friends on either side.
Two men in suits sitting on a fallen tree in a forest, smiling and leaning close to each other.
A bride and groom sitting on a swing hanging from a large tree, sharing an intimate moment during a wedding photoshoot in a park at sunset, with a bicycle leaning against the tree.
A bride in a white wedding dress and six bridesmaids in pastel dresses walking outdoors on a tree-lined path, all holding bouquets of colorful flowers.
A happy bride and groom smiling at each other outdoors on their wedding day, with greenery in the background.
A bride in a white wedding gown and a groom in a black tuxedo holding hands and walking together in an industrial-style wedding venue.
A couple sits together in a sunlit field with tall grass and trees in the background, sharing an intimate moment. The woman holds a bouquet of flowers and they are smiling with their foreheads touching.
People in formal attire at a wedding ceremony over a floral arch, with a robot in the center and a man waving.
A bride and groom standing on rocks by the water at sunset, holding hands and looking at each other.
Bride and groom holding hands and smiling during wedding celebration, surrounded by wedding party outside a building.
Couple in wedding attire sitting on a swing in the woods, with the man kissing the woman on her cheek. The woman holds a bouquet of flowers and is smiling. The background features trees and sunlight filtering through the leaves.
A man in a tuxedo with a bow tie and glasses, sitting on a wooden chair, with sunlight casting shadows on him, in a dimly lit room.
A bride and groom standing in front of a large wooden door at the Georgetown Ballroom. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress and holding a bouquet, and the groom is dressed in a dark suit with an orange tie. They are smiling and looking at each
A bride with long, dark, curly hair holding a bouquet of purple and white flowers, standing outdoors among lush green foliage.
Three women with floral headbands embrace and smile on a boat deck during daytime, with a lake, small island, and mountains in the background.
A couple in wedding attire standing outdoors near large trees, with the groom kissing the bride on the cheek as she smiles.
A group of seven women, all wearing matching pink robes and plush slippers, sitting on the edge of a bed, having a good laugh together. One woman in the center is wearing a white robe and is the focus of their attention, smiling and enjoying the mome
Two women holding hands on the beach during sunset, one in a white wedding gown and the other in a black dress.
A bride in a white wedding dress with a long lace train, standing on a staircase in a wood-paneled, historic building, looking out the window. A man in a dark suit is in front of her, and the room is decorated with portraits, stained glass windows, a
Two men in blue suits sharing an emotional moment, one is crying and the other is comforting him, surrounded by pink flowers.
A bride in a white lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of pale peach roses, standing outdoors in a garden with greenery and wooden structures around her.
Black and white photo of a woman in a dress, reading a paper indoors.
Seven men dressed in tuxedos with bow ties, standing outdoors near a body of water with a cloudy sky and distant trees in the background.
A woman in a beige dress with black embroidery posing indoors near a large decorative mirror, with shelves of bottles reflected in the mirror, and warm lighting creating a cozy, elegant atmosphere.
A bride and four bridesmaids standing outdoors among trees, holding bouquets, sharing an intimate moment at a wedding celebration.
A bride and groom standing close together outdoors on a stone pathway, with the bride smiling and touching the groom's arm, amid green foliage and trees.
Group of women with henna tattoos on their hands, arms, and wrists reaching in and holding each other during a celebration.
A bride and groom kissing under a large palm tree in a lush garden or park setting during daylight.
Three women looking at their reflection in a mirror, with one putting on a wedding dress. The mirror has an ornate gold frame.
An older man with glasses giving a haircut to a young man with suspenders in a bright room.
Two women with red hair smiling close together, one in a white dress and the other in a black dress with a veil and hair clip, embracing each other affectionately.
A bride and groom in a small white rowboat on a body of water, smiling at each other. The bride has long dark hair with flowers and wears a white wedding dress. The groom has glasses, a beard, and is dressed in a dark suit. He is holding an oar.
An elderly man in a black suit kisses an elderly woman with shoulder-length white hair on her forehead. The woman is smiling and holding a bouquet of white flowers with greenery. They are outdoors in front of green pine trees, sharing a tender moment
A bride and groom holding hands and walking on a wooden pier with a large Ferris wheel and waterfront in the background. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress, and the groom is dressed in a dark suit with a straw hat.
Bride and groom smiling at each other on a balcony, with orange lanterns in the foreground.
A couple in wedding attire standing on a large rock at the beach during sunset or sunrise, with rocks and water in the foreground and distant cliffs in the background.
Two men in tuxedos sharing a toast with champagne in a wine cellar, smiling and looking at each other.
A couple in wedding attire embracing outdoors on a grassy field with mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
A couple dancing in a dimly lit bar or restaurant with a large chandelier overhead, brick walls, and shelves of bottles behind the bar.
A bride in a white wedding dress walks with five bridesmaids in dark, beaded dresses while holding bouquets of white flowers, outdoors during sunset, smiling and enjoying themselves.
A wedding couple in front of a rustic wooden house, with guests looking out the window and cheering.
Two men smiling and talking on a boat, one in a military uniform with medals and the other in a beige suit with a pocket square, during daytime with cloudy sky in the background.
A woman in a wedding dress on a sandy beach, smiling and looking at the camera. The background features rocky cliffs and a cloudy sky.
A group of people dressed in formal wedding attire, smiling and posing together in a rustic indoor setting with wooden walls, brick accents, and large green plants.
Silhouette of a bride and groom standing under a large tree during sunset on the beach.
A bride and groom celebrating during their wedding ceremony inside a greenhouse, with the bride holding a colorful bouquet, and guests seated in front of them.
A couple stands close together in a forested area near a lake, with tall pine trees and foggy mountains in the background while smiling and sharing a moment.
A woman in a wedding dress and flower crown smiling in a garden, surrounded by children dancing and playing on a sunny day.
A bride and groom sharing a moment of happiness with a backdrop of colorful sunset reflected on a modern building. The bride is holding a bouquet of vibrant flowers, and they are holding hands with the bride's wedding dress flowing around them.
A bride and groom standing on rocks by the water at Lime Kiln on San Juan Island with a cloudy sky in the background.
A bride and groom dance closely at their wedding reception at The Ruins in Seattle in an elegant venue with large chandeliers and colorful murals on the walls. Guests sit at decorated tables watching the couple.
A couple in wedding attire holding hands and walking in a forest with tall trees, sunlight shining through the branches, and moss on the ground.

Wedding photography for couples who want images that actually feel like them

I’m here to make it easy, fun and to capture what makes the day yours so that you can just be present and fully enjoy every part of your wedding day. You don’t need to be a model. You don’t need to know what to do with your hands. You don’t need to force anything — I’ve got you. I’ll guide with gusto when needed, step back when needed, and help create space for photos that feel easy, connected, and like You. My goal is more than giving you pretty pictures. It’s to help you feel comfortable enough to have your photos come alive.

A happy newlywed couple holding hands and running through a vineyard at sunset, with autumn foliage in the background.

From PNW waterfront celebrations and city venues to forest or beach ceremonies, winery weddings, destination or mountain elopements, I photograph weddings across Seattle, San Diego and the west coast with deep appreciation for the landscapes that make these places so special. Whether your day is elegant, offbeat, romantic, cozy, colorful, and/or a little wild around the edges, I’m here for all of it.

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Couple kissing on a rope bridge leading to a treehouse at Emerald Forest Events in Redmond, Washington.
“I still can’t look through my wedding photo gallery without starting to tear up, which is to say the photos perfectly capture all the joy, magic, and love I felt that day. Danielle made everyone feel at easy and gorgeous. Me and my husband look incredible in our photos, but also like ourselves - I love them so much! ”
— Samantha Saez

Wedding and Elopement Photography Pricing

Choose one of my collections, or we can custom-create whatever feels the most You. And if you’re going somewhere beautiful for a destination wedding? Oh-my-word I get bouncy and excited to travel, so I'm available throughout the US and internationally for any size and style of celebration.

2026 Seattle wedding coverage begins at $4150 and elopements begin at $1550 (+ tax)

If you’re planning a wedding or elopement and want images that feel vibrant, natural and fully like you, let’s talk. I’d love to hear what you’re dreaming up!

“Her images speak for themselves — Beautiful, complex, and so utterly authentic. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer.”
— Meg & Daniel
A newlywed couple holding hands walking barefoot on a sandy beach in San Diego, with the groom holding shoes in one hand and the bride carrying her shoes in the other, with the ocean and California coastline in the background.
A woman in a wedding dress standing in a sunlit forest, smiling and twirling.
A bride and groom stand close together by a winery pond in Seattle, their reflection visible in the water, with lush green trees and foliage in the background.