The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Columbia, MD

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Columbia, MD

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Joshua Fernandez Photography 

5.0

Columbia, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500

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. :)

Awarded Best of Zola
When you book Josh you’re booking more than just a photographer, he is now a good friend very professional. When I booked him for me and my fiancée I had felt very comfortable with his mannerisms. He is a 10/10 photographer as well as a person. Would highly recommend.
Luis d., 2 years ago
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MALC Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Columbia, MD

Hello! My name is Mark. A Maryland Wedding Photographer based in Columbia, MD. I serve couples in the Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan area. We provide engagements, elopements, wedding and hybrid-video coverage for all your needs to capture your special day.

I worked with Malc Photography firsthand and can speak on their professionalism and organization. The quality of their photography is outstanding. Passing on this photography company would be a big mistake as you will miss the opportunity of working with one of the most dedicated and caring people you will ever come across. Malc Photography is a truly creative and innovative photography company and will capture the best memories of your wedding and event.
Alexander Yuille, 3 years ago
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Justin Kunimoto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Columbia, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Justin was amazing to work with from beginning to end. He was responsive to our emails and was quick to set up a virtual meeting so that we could both meet and get to know each other. We could tell he understood our vision from the get go. During our micro wedding photoshoot, he arrived early and did a full scan of the location to make sure we got the most optimal lighting and angle. This was the first time my husband and I ever took photos together so Justin's jokes and guidance really helped us. He made us feel so comfortable during the photoshoot which showed in the final results; we have so many candid photos that we love! I would totally recommend him to anyone that is looking for a hard working and fun photographer!
Julie D., 3 months ago
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Golden Night Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Columbia, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Layla was a WONDERFUL photographer. We knew from our engagement shoot that she would bring the same positive, warm, and comforting vibe to the wedding day but she exceeded expectations. She brought a second photographer (per our request) that we hadn't met before but both of them connected with all of our wedding guests, captured the most beautiful, intimate, and representative moments. We were sad when they left but not for the lack of photography! It took about 6 weeks to get our photos and they were amazing - we got nearly a thousand edited shots from the day, meaning we'll get to relive the entire night for the rest of our lives.
Karlin S., 5 days ago
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Weddings By Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Columbia, 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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From start to finish, our experience with Lee was nothing short of amazing!!! When we first met Lee in 2019, he welcomed us into his studio with open arms and really took the time to get to know us as a couple. It quickly became apparent that Lee valued his relationship with us and that, for him, to truly capture the essence of our special day he wanted to understand our unique relationship. We shared a glass of delicious wine and talked for over an hour, reviewed some of his work, shared our vision of our wedding, and shared important details of our story together. My wife and I felt so comfortable with him, like we were already friends, and not just another client. I still remember the way I felt walking out of his studio that day. We knew right then and there that he was special and the right choice for us. Fast forward to 2020 and the world had suddenly and drastically changed. My wife and I were forced to postpone our wedding until the following year (November 2021). The experience was painful and frustrating, forcing us to make adjustments and sacrifices that were not part of our original plans. Throughout that entire time, Lee was there for us. He checked in on us, he invited us to hang out, he showed that he really cared. Lee went above and beyond for us for our engagement photos and traveled quite a long distance to ensure we got exactly what we wanted. When we had a small "backyard BBQ" wedding in October 2020 for our official marriage (we didn't want to wait another year), out of the goodness of his heart, Lee volunteered to come shoot our day and help capture those precious moments with close family and bridal party. And, at long last, on our big wedding day in November 2021, Lee delivered amazing photographs and an unforgettable experience beyond our highest expectations! He brings extensive experience to the table and we were so impressed with how deftly he moved and how efficiently he operated throughout our wedding day. Lee is kind, funny, reliable, gentle, generous, polite, professional, fair, and he takes amazing photographs! Lee, thank you for choosing us and making our lives better and our wedding day the best it possibly could have been.
Thor, 2 years ago
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Tori M Pedro Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Columbia, 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!

I booked Tori through Zola based on other brides reviews and I couldn't have been happier! She was professional, easy to work with and our photographs came out better than I could have even imagined. So glad I chose her to capture my special day!!
Kim , 8 months ago
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steady&sway 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Columbia, 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!

Izzy did an amazing job with our wedding photos. We are so happy with how she took our couple and bridal party photos before the ceremony. Everything was well timed and professional. She really captured the happiness of our big day. Izzy is a detail-oriented and creative photographer. We highly recommend hiring her for your wedding!
Maria & J., 2 months ago
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Creation4use LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Columbia, MD
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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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have known Sam, the owner, for a number of years. There are many things I can speak to about his business and him as a person. First thing is that feeling you get when you meet someone that is so fun to be around that you simply don't want to stop being around them. Sam puts a smile on my face every time I see him and hear his contagious laugh. Sam also crushes the benchmark for professionalism and success in the wedding industry. What I mean by that is that if 9/10 photographers get 5 star reviews, on the same scale Sam would deserve 7 or 8 stars. He is well beyond many of our peers and it shows in the quality of his work. If I was to get married again I would choose Sam over any of the 60 or so photographers I have worked with over the years. Hands Down! Chris Hiltz Award-Winning Wedding Videographer
Chris Hiltz, 4 years ago
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Photography By Brea 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Columbia, 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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Brea and her team are absolute geniuses at what they do! Brea made us feel so comfortable during our most intimate photo shoots (engagement and first look), and was extremely efficient getting all of our family and friend photos together. The candids are the best part. Brea and her team have a way of capturing moments like no other wedding photographer I've ever seen. We are aboslultely in love with our wedding photos--and the best part--we received the full album less than a month after the wedding! Brea is extremely kind, professional, creative, and very good at what she does. We are so pleased to have had the chance to work with Brea!
Lindsay D., a month ago
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Aimee Nguyen Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Columbia, 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.

Aimee will not only provide you with high quality photography, but will help make your day fun, fabulous and memorable. We had to change our wedding photographer at the last minute, and Aimee turned out to be the blessing around the corner. She is so comfortable to be around, helps you to be your authentic self in front of the camera and will also cut it up on the dance floor with you! After our wedding, we asked her to do our maternity photoshoot and our baby girl’s first birthday photos. We have all them on display in our home and will be asking her take photos of our lives for as long as she wants to be behind a camera. I can’t rate higher than 5 stars, but I would if I could. Please believe me when I say booking Aimee as your photographer will be the easiest part of your wedding planning, and all future photoshoots for life.
Sharon L., 9 months ago
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Burroughs Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Columbia, 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 -

Professional, personable, and passionate best describe our experience working with Jonathan and Alexis. We used Burroughs Photography to take photos at our weddings and the photos for each event turned out beautifully - truly capturing the spirit of the events. Jonathan was very knowledgeable about how to best capture us in the different settings (considering lighting, weather, etc.) and guided us into poses for timeless photos that will hang in halls forever. He was also very kind and helpful in planning the perfect way to memorialize our favorite moments. Burroughs is a trusted photographer that we will be using again in the future.
Jasmine B., 3 months ago
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Siwinski Family Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Columbia, 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.

I’ll preface by saying i had been married previously and photographer for my first wedding was “okay.” Krystina is the complete opposite! We hired her for both our engagement and wedding day photos. Krystina is absolutely incredible when it comes to photography and design choices. She brings such unique creativity to her work, which was fantastic for a couple who struggles in that department. She is very responsive, professional, and just so sweet and kind. Both of our families continue to rave about how she handled everything, kept us in schedule and made it look easy. She also managed to help keep my emotions and stress level at bay despite my anxiety on my wedding day. Not only are our photos absolutely stunning but her creative works like photo albums, prints and other little gift ideas are just simply incredible. We have absolutely no regrets hiring Kristina and 100% recommend her services.
Samantha B., 9 months ago
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Brittany Dunbar Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Columbia, 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 was a dream to work with the entire process. She always made my wife and I feel so comfortable and was so friendly! Her photos are amazing from both the engagement shoot and the wedding day- I am truly obsessed. Plus there are a ton! We definitely made the right choice. I will definitely be coming back to utilize more of her services.
Allenna W., 9 months ago
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Morgan O'Neil Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Columbia, 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 videographer, I have worked with Morgan many times, and each time I find out she is the photographer for the day, I breathe a sigh of relief. Her work is excellent, and she does such a great job directing her couples to give them the best photographs. She communicates well and takes the time to make sure couples get everything they need. She is not only professional when it comes to her clients; she works seamlessly alongside all the vendors at the event. You will not go wrong with hiring her. She's amazing!
Ashlee - Still Water WF, a year ago
Percy Photography 

5.0

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

I'm a wedding photographer servicing the Baltimore & DC area. I live in Bel Air, MD with my husband and 14 year old daughter. My father, also a photographer, encouraged me to be creative and document everything at a very young age. To appreciate each and every detail that surrounds me. Since then I have developed a calling, and passion for capturing the beauty of life. I will offer advice and insight to make the process of documenting your wedding as smooth and carefree as possible. After all, you should kick back, relax, and enjoy every minute! Your day will forever be captured in time, to cherish for the rest of your lives.

From the first time we spoke with Percy Photography, we were impressed by their soft, patient and clear communication style. They took the time to understand our vision for our wedding day and provided helpful guidance every step of the way. On the day of, the photographers were a calming presence, gently directing us and our wedding party to capture all the special moments. they have an incredible eye for detail and a true talent for showcasing the beauty and emotion of the day. We are so grateful to have found Percy Photography and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Nicole D., 2 months ago
Rachel Smith Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Columbia, MD

Please visit my website for more information and to inquire. I am unable to respond to inquires directly sent through Zola due to a paywall. I like to describe my style as a thoughtful balance between creative and timeless. Anticipating and capturing moments charged with spontaneity, joy, humor, and magic are the roots of my passion. Finding and manifesting compelling light & compositions is the heart of my creative process.

Rachel was absolutely incredible as our wedding photographer! She has captured not only my wedding but also my sisters' weddings and all our family photos, and over time, she has truly become part of the family. The engagement shoot was included, and it was incredible—she made us feel so comfortable and captured our connection beautifully. Her ability to make everyone feel relaxed shines through in every photo she takes. Rachel did an amazing job working with the kids, using a tiger puppet named 'Tigey' to capture the most perfect smiles and laughs from my nieces and nephews, which made for some of our favorite photos. What really stood out was how much fun she was to spend the day with! She brought such great energy and made the entire experience enjoyable for everyone. Thanks to Rachel, we have the most stunning memories to look back on. If you're looking for a talented, professional, and genuinely fun photographer, I can't recommend Rachel highly enough!
Shira Bor C., 2 months ago
Devon Rowland Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Columbia, MD

Hi hello, I'm Devon! My pronouns are they/them, I change my hair a lot, and I've been a full-time photographer since 2011. Behind the camera I craft images that show the heart and soul of the fabulous people, places, and things I’m working with. When not photographing you’ll find me swing dancing, road tripping, or curled up at home with a book in one hand and mug of tea in the other.

Devon was delightful to work with throughout our entire engagement and wedding processes. We loved working with Devon because of the way they took the time to get to know us, which allowed them to showcase our quirks and love for each other as a couple and the joy among our wedding guests in every photo. Devon is an excellent photographer for people who are shy in front of a camera. Rather than just posing us, Devon used a relaxed, conversational approach and creative tricks to help us naturally settle into smiles and body language that truly make our photos look like us. We could honestly feel Devon’s excitement to celebrate our love through their work. Devon was clear, supportive, and transparent throughout every step of the planning process, from pricing to developing a photo list and schedule of events for the day. They were responsive and easy to talk to, and they returned our photos promptly. We can’t recommend Devon enough, and we can’t wait for our next opportunity to work with them again!
Abby C., a month ago
Clapp Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Columbia, MD

We are a Baltimore based wedding photography business with an incredible passion for life and love, and here at Clapp Studios we specialize in documenting the emotional moments that add meaning to our customers and their families lives. Beautiful photographs are emotional moments frozen in time for you to remember and revisit with family, friends, or a quiet moment alone - and whether in here in Maryland or at a destination miles away, we strive to create images that will be cherished for generations

Our original wedding plans changed due to the Pandemic and we had no idea what each day would bring, regarding alternate plans. However, we wanted a marriage more than anything (not just a wedding). So we stayed in contact with Mr. Clapp and he remained open to (re) scheduling and accommodating our needs. He kept my nerves at bay by reassuring me that everything would still work out. He took the time to answer all of my questions, even the repeated ones. He answered phone calls, texts, and emails within minutes. The day of the service he was on time and prepared. We had major technical difficulties and delays due to the virtual set up, but he was beyond patient and hung in there with us til the end. During the mania of it all he never made us feel like we were infringing upon his time. The pictures turned out AH-MAAAZING!!! When the complete photo album came, within a week or two, it brought me to tears. The photos were just that beautiful. Mr. Clapp has a gift of capturing every nuance and every emotion. If you want fun, professionalism, variety in poses, ease and comfort on your big day, Mr. Clapp is a sure pick! It truly was like working with family and we are so grateful to him.
Chanel and R., 4 years ago
Cast83 Photography & Videography 

5.0

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

Hello! We are Cast83, a team of wedding photographers and wedding videographers based in Baltimore, Maryland. That’s right, we do both. We strive to make our clients comfortable. Our work has the warmth it does, because every smile and laugh we capture is authentic. We’re always looking for a new creative venture, and thrive on collaboration and partnership with our clients. We’re incredibly laid back to work with, always looking for a good laugh, and want nothing more than to make sure everyone is having fun.

We had a wonderful experience working with Cast83 Photography & Videography for our wedding photography. Their communication style was flexible, fun and creative - they were very responsive in the planning process and open to our ideas. On the big day, they made everyone feel at ease in front of the camera with their lighthearted approach. Most importantly, the quality of their work is exceptional. As experienced professionals, they knew exactly how to compose beautiful shots and captured so many special moments. We felt the value was outstanding for their level of expertise, professionalism and the gorgeous photos we received. We'd highly recommend Cast83 to any couple looking for a talented, personable photographer to document their wedding memories.
Marianna P., 3 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Columbia, MD

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Eivan's Photo & Video was an exceptional choice for our wedding photography. From the start, their communication throughout the booking process was excellent - they were responsive, informative, and helpful in answering all of our questions. On the day of the wedding, their team of photographers and videographers were professional, passionate, and patient with all of our guests and family members, ensuring they captured every special moment. Eivan's just recently shot our engagement photos as well, and we were thrilled with the results. I highly recommend Eivan's Photo & Video to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated team to document their wedding day.
Nudelissan H., 16 days ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Columbia, MD

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

We had George Street for both photo and video for our wedding. We could not have been happier with the results. Our photographer, Eli, was so amazing and got all the shots we wanted. He also did a few twists to some photos and they came out amazing! Our videographer was great as well and our wedding video is something we will always watch and be so happy with the outcome. I wouldn’t change a thing with who we chose for our wedding. Photos are very important to me and I can say I was one hundred percent satisfied with George Street! I added one of our favorite photos below :)
Diana C., 15 days ago
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Enchanted Celebrations 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Columbia, MD

Changing the game in the wedding industry, Enchanted Celebrations aims to successfully redefine the paradigm of personalization and compassion in each wedding. Whether we are capturing your love story behind a lens or mixing your perfect wedding day soundtrack, Enchanted Celebrations has the experts to create the wedding day vibes you’ve always dreamed of.

Enchanted Celebrations was truly an amazing company to work for. We got the package with photographer, videographer, DJ, and photo booth and it was the BEST thing we did for our wedding. The pre wedding staff was always on top of everything and extraordinary! Any questions or details missing they made sure we were set for the big day! I cannot express the love I had for each professional on our wedding day, they were all amazing. Especially our photographer Andres!!!! It truly was an enchanted celebration, just as I dreamed of.
Samantha B., 5 months ago
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3:17 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Columbia, MD

Jeremy and Jennifer are a husband and wife team! With 3:17 Photography you get two photographers to capture your day!! What is better than two people in love capturing your once in a lifetime moments? Your wedding means so much to us and we want to make your day perfect from beginning to end!!! When we started our company we promised that we would always charge what we could of afforded when we got married. We feel as though so many couples are being taken advantage of by other companies.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we reached out to 3:17 Photography, their communication was professional yet caring. Their dedication to their craft was clear in the amazing value they provided. On our wedding day, one photographer stayed with me while the other was with my husband, ensuring they captured multiple angles of our special moments. They truly felt like an additional set of caring friends who helped make our day go exactly as we had envisioned. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend 3:17 Photography to any couple planning their wedding.
Justis P., 3 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Columbia, MD

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.

We used Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. for our wedding and engagement photos, and they were amazing from start to finish. Their communication was clear, helpful, and enthusiastic throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was efficient, stunning, and highly personalized to our style. They sent us multiple photographer options to choose from, and we went with Sabatani, who captured every moment of our special day beautifully. OLAS also helped us create a detailed day-of timeline to ensure everything ran smoothly. We're thrilled with the photos and couldn't have asked for a better photography experience for our wedding.
Chelsea C., 10 days ago
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Ivy & Quartz Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Columbia, MD

Hi! I'm Nina and I run Ivy & Quartz photography! I shot my first wedding in 2013, but my journey with photography began long before that. When I was about 10 years old, my dad gave me a camera and I quickly became obsessed. My intrigue continued to grow over the years and I went on to earn my BA in Studio Art , Photography, from the University of Virginia. After graduating I worked as a portrait photographer and decided to pursue and earn my MFA in Imaging Arts from the Rochester Institute of Technology.

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After friends shared a photo of my then fiance and me at their own wedding, we hired the photographer who took it. This was Nina! That one photo inspired us to review the gallery of their entire wedding and then her portfolio and we were blown away. 7 months later our own wedding day arrived. My husband and I are the type of people who are wildly present and constantly forget to take photographs of our life together. We knew we wanted to capture this day without the photography becoming a chore or hindering our ability to do what we do best and enjoy our time. Nina was able to provide just that and was incredible (as was the second photographer she worked with for our big day). Nina seamlessly handled all the chaotic moments and pre-ceremony stress of the very emotional bride (me) in stride! With very little direction she navigated all aspects of a wedding day with absolute poise and grace. I cannot thank her enough for taking on such leadership and just GETTING IT DONE! Nina captured all the big and tiny pieces that go into a wedding and I felt her photo choices, angles, and poses perfectly captured the essence of me and my husband's personalities. At every avenue Nina was a professional, personable, and I never expected I could be so satisfied with a collection of photographs. THANK YOU SO MUCH NINA.
Jacqueline, 2 months ago
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Cesario Mendez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Columbia, MD

When I am not behind the camera or editing photos, I enjoy short Uber rides to bottomless brunch on the weekends; right now mimosas and I kinda have a thing going on! I have a special relationship with bourbon and FIRMLY believe in putting food on the grill during late afternoons should be the norm. I am blessed to be married to the happiest person on earth (I am so serious), who just happens to double as my favorite person. She keeps me grounded and never fails to remind me how great she is.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cesar was easily our favorite wedding vendor. He is just as fun as his website is. We are based in NY and originally from DC so our wedding was in DC. We picked our package assuming we wouldn't have an engagement session because of our different locations (honestly thought they were kind of cheesy - why are we suddenly models just because we got engaged?). Cesar told us he has family in Brooklyn and suggested we schedule a time where he could MEET US in the city for our engagement session! He came up and met us on a Wednesday at the crack of dawn (at my request) to get sunrise shots on the Brooklyn bridge and in nearby DUMBO. We are not super comfortable getting our picture taken so this was perfect to get comfortable with Cesar - he made it easy with his personality and laid back attitude. This ended up being great for the day of because we already knew him and were comfortable. His tricks and direction for us to act out for the shots really broke the ice and made them more natural and fun. At the end of our session we were shocked at how much fun we had. The pictures were so epic, I couldn't believe it was us. Now I get all the hype about engagement pics and am so thankful we have them. We even used one of the shots for a framed picture for our guests to sign at our cocktail hour. Leading up to the wedding, I had a meeting with Cesar to get our shot list in order and he guided me through everything. He even agreed last minute to our locations on the day of (all of that was on us for doing things last minute) - NOVA and DC venue/church, all while battling Saturday DC traffic. He even took myself, the groom, and best man in his Uber from the church to the venue! My wedding coordinator was trying to run the show for the shots with no knowledge of the shot list, so I asked Cesar to take lead and he did. My husband was getting cranky about all the pictures and Cesar was fun but firm with his direction. Exactly what was needed, especially when interacting with two different families. We didn't have Cesar for the whole reception, so he made sure to get great shots of the cocktail hour and the dances and group shots on our list beforehand. Absolutely beautiful photos that we will treasure forever. The length of this review should show you how great Cesar's services were appreciated!
Bianca, 3 years ago
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Creative Interpretations Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Columbia, MD

We are a full service wedding and portrait studio based in Central Pennsylvania and Tampa Florida. For over twenty two years, we have been providing portrait and wedding photography that captures the memories of our clients for a lifetime. Our studio features the work of seasoned professionals and up-and-coming photographers which allows us to match the perfect photographer for each clients needs. Whether you need event coverage for a family birthday, time to get your senior portraits done, or even want a cute photo of your fur baby, Creative Interpretations has the perfect photographer at a price that is right.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Creative Interpretations Photography for our wedding! Paul and Ryan were extremely professional yet warm - keeping us on schedule while making sure we felt comfortable and happy. Their communication was always speedy and helpful in planning details. Most importantly, they captured beautiful, artistic photos that we will treasure forever. My sister and I were struggling with my dress bustle when Paul swooped in to help get it done, and Ryan made sure to grab a special moment with my newborn that I just adore. We felt they really cared about us and our special moments. The quick turnaround to get us photos to relive our memories was icing on the cake. We highly recommend Creative Interpretations to any couple looking for talented, caring photographers to beautifully document their big day.
Shannon S., 3 months ago

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How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Columbia, MD?

A Columbia, MD wedding photographer ranges from $500 to $10,000 and averages at $3,000. 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 Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include The Pros Weddings, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

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