The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Franconia, VA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Franconia, VA

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Ivy & Quartz Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Franconia, VA

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, 3 months ago
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Cesario Mendez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Franconia, VA

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.

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Like many Spring 2020 couples, we postponed our May celebration due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Since we didn't want to wait to be husband and wife, we planned a micro-wedding in our backyard for ourselves and parents. We were originally bare-boned with our planning, and I wasn't even going to book a photographer. After reconsidering, luckily Cesario Mendez was available to capture this beautiful celebration! We cannot say enough good things about Cesario: he arrived prepared with a detailed shot list; he was extremely professional; and he was so fun to work with. He had the great idea to pose us on our motorcycle for a few shots! Those pictures were a lovely unexpected bonus in our finished photos.By far our favorite photos were the candid shots Cesario captured during our ceremony. His timing is impeccable--he caught all of the best moments and our reactions. We are so happy we are able to remember our joy, excitement, and happy tears by looking at his photos for years to come. If you are searching for a photographer who will take the time to listen and deliver beautiful photos that will help you remember your wedding for the rest of your life, look no further. We love that Ceaser captured these memories for us!
Meghan & A., 4 years ago
Potok's World Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Franconia, VA

I am part of a husband and wife team. My husband Pete is a laidback Minnesotan and I grew up in Germany. Between the two of us we speak multiple languages. Though we are based in the DC metro area we love to travel for destination weddings!

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First of all, Anji and Pete are AWESOME!!!!! If you are considering a wedding photographer, engagement shoot, or just a lifetime shoot, look no further and book them. This power couple has some serious talent and it's to capture your day/moment in a way no one can. We couldn't thank them enough for our awesome engagement session and because we loved the shoot so much and the pictures even more, we booked them for our wedding as well. They are so easy to work with and truly know what they are doing. It shows in the quality of the images we got. Every little detail is captured and we got sneak peaks the day after our wedding! The best thing is that our entire family and all of our friends loved them. They were so respectful, personable, and friendly and they even remembered most of our family and friend's name and called them by it. Everyone loved our pictures as well. They both work incredibly together and they have an understanding like no other couple in the business. Best of all was that they moved like stealth. The last thing you want is a photographer who is constantly in your face and that you notice walking around taking pictures. We didn't have that feeling at all! In fact, we were quite surprised by some of the pictures they took because we didn't notice they were around us. Working with them is a breeze and they are super responsive to emails, phone calls, text. They are timely, friendly, listen to what you are looking for, and are truly passionate about what they do. Which is also what makes them great! Again, my husband and I absolutely LOVE them! And so do all of our family as well as all of our friends. Give them a shot or should I say, let them give you a shot (pun intended) and meet them. You will be so pleased with their work as well as their personality. I am so excited I have met and found them and look forward to a future shoot with them already :)
Avista O. B., 4 years ago
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Sharon Natoli Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Hi there! I’m Sharon! I am a long-time professional photographer, a former award-winning photojournalist, and an official photographer for the Canadian Embassy. I love photographing weddings and I provide beautiful, bold, and romantic images for my couples to treasure forever.

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We had a wonderful experience with Sharon Natoli as our wedding photographer. She is extremely talented and brought her extensive photojournalism experience, professionalism, and positive energy to capture our wedding day. She handled a rainy outdoor ceremony situation with ease, taking the weather as an opportunity for some unique and memorable shots. She also stuck with us after the reception as the sun came out to catch some incredible light soaked moments. Throughout the day, she was amazing with our guests, keeping things moving swiftly so folks didn't get too cold, and helping some of the more camera-shy (including me, the bride) feel at ease. I love that she took the time to meet with us beforehand and get to know us, learn more about our family and guests, understand our style preferences, as well as offer some expert advice on how the day could go. She also walked us through the final photos and gave us some behind the scenes technical insight which was a really nice way to revisit the day. It's clear she is passionate about photography and loves what she does. Her enthusiasm is contagious and we're so glad she was the one to photograph our day. We are absolutely thrilled with our photos and highly recommend Sharon Natoli to any DC/Maryland area couples!
Karin S., 2 years ago
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Chris Ferenzi Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Hey, I'm Chris! Dog-lover, latte-lover, gym-lover, and cookie-lover I justify the cookies by going to the gym. One of my life goals is to have enough dogs (dachshunds and corgis) to create a sled team. I will use this sled team to pull myself around while shooting your wedding. I’m joking, unless you really want me to, in which maybe WE should get married.

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The minute my fiancée and I found Chris (via a wedding photog friend who was unavailable for our date) I told him that I was a former wedding vendor myself, I know how the sausage gets made, and I just wanted him to be real with me. He totally got that and took it to heart. He went above and beyond to help us sort out another photog for part of our wedding experience when some of our plans had to change and I really appreciated his communication throughout the process. He made it fun and was easy to work with, was amenable to capturing my preferred "good side" and ending up sending us some truly amazing photos. I'm not the world's most photogenic person, and he did such a great job of sorting through snaps of (what I assume were) hundreds of double chins and closed eyes - he sent us a set of final photos in which I felt like I looked pretty in every single one and our joy just really shines through. 10 out of 10, would hire again!
Kim R., 4 years ago
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Lindsay King Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA

We are a passionate and creative husband and wife photography team who have a serious soft spot for documenting love stories. The big and little moments in life matter and we believe that everyone deserves to have photos that remind them of all the joy, tears, laughter, and adventure that surrounded them on the most momentous days in their life.

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Lindsay and Greg make such a good team; their level of professionalism and experience really made our wedding day seamless. I love that they balanced the right amount of hands-on portraits and staged shots with general atmosphere shots to capture the mood of the wedding day and venue. They were a joy to work with and worth every penny for the beautifully shot, cropped, and edited final products!
Tiffany, 2 years ago
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Kelly Loss Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Bring on all the joy, laughter, tears, letting go and holding close. I want to capture these connections, so that you can have photos to hold in your hand and remind you what it felt like the day you were married. You deserve to celebrate without feeling as if you are on a daylong photoshoot — I will help you to really live your wedding day. Let's live your life celebrations and let go of “supposed to do.” If you find yourself craving a wedding day experience that is more enjoying the day and less about all day posing, you are in the right spot.

Look no further for your wedding photographer. Kelly was an absolute delight to work with from the very beginning, and we couldn't be happier with how our photos turned out. We've gotten so many compliments on our photos from our family and friends... Kelly simply nailed it. Thank you, Kelly!
Matthew, 25 days ago
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Darcy Troutman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Are you tired of scrolling through wedding websites full of photos of shoes/calligraphy/earrings/etc. and wondering where the people are? Do you love moments more than things? If yes, you're in the right place. Forget about the table settings, instead embrace spontaneous joy and honest, natural moments.

Darcy was a pleasure to work with! She was so accommodating and informative throughout the process. I did a lot of our wedding planning at the last minute and I have never had professional photos done so I wasn't exactly sure what to expect but Darcy walked me through the wedding day and made sure that we had a clear plan. She was also very patient with all of my last minute changes to the schedule. I originally reached out to Darcy because I loved the style of her photos and I was incredibly pleased when I saw our photos. I would definitely reach out to her for future events/family photos!
Jane P., 6 months ago
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Konrad Brattke 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Franconia, VA
  • Offer

I specialize in capturing the real, candid moments during your wedding day. My approach is all about blending seamlessly into your event. Clients often describe me as calm, cool, and personable. While I take a variety of photos, I stay in the background, moving fluidly throughout the day. My goal is to preserve those fleeting moments, often capturing details you might not have noticed in the excitement of the day. My role also is to make your day stress-free. Whether it's helping direct family for portraits or keeping things running smoothly, I'll be by your side to ensure you feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process.

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We cannot say enough good things about Konrad and his incredible work on both our engagement shoot and our wedding day! From the very first consultation, it was clear that he was not only professional but also genuinely passionate about his craft. He took the time to understand our vision for photography and delivered beyond our expectations—without breaking the bank! After our engagement shoot he surprised us with a behind the scenes video of our day and we were sold on adding the video option to our wedding day. On the day of the wedding, he was calm, organized, and made us feel so comfortable. His attention to detail was amazing, capturing all of the candid moments, the beautiful portraits, and even the small, intimate touches we didn’t notice ourselves. He managed to blend seamlessly into the background while still getting the most stunning shots. What really stood out to us was his ability to balance both photography and videography without sacrificing quality in either area. The photos are breathtaking, and the 4 minute wedding video perfectly tells the story of our day, with all the right moments captured in the most beautiful way. We were also impressed with how quickly he turned around our photos and video—it didn’t take long to relive those precious memories! All of this came at a price that was surprisingly reasonable, especially when you consider the high level of service and talent he brings to the table. We truly feel like we got the best of both worlds: top-tier photography and videography at a price that fit our budget. If you’re looking for a photographer who will not only meet your expectations but exceed them, we highly recommend Konrad. Thank you for making our special day unforgettable!
Deborah R., 16 days ago
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Daydream Romance 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Greetings, I am Tigran Markaryan, accompanied by my wife, Evgeniya. As an Armenian immigrant who relocated to the United States nearly two decades ago, I have dedicated myself to the art of wedding photography since 2011, having beautifully documented over 300 celebrations. Recently, I bid farewell to Calypso Digital and embraced a fresh chapter with Daydream Romance. My passion lies in the photojournalistic approach, as I find immense joy in capturing the essence and energy of people. As I explore more destination weddings, I still mainly work in the DMV area. Stop by at out Insta and reach out with any questions ❤

Tigran was so easy to work with from day one! He took our engagement photos and wedding photos and they all turned out so beautifully. He had a wonderful vision for each moment and was so lovely to all of our friends and family. He is a true artist and we couldn’t recommend highly enough!
Tracy, 6 months ago
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Wedding Stories By Tania 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA
  • Offer

Are you getting married in DC, Northern Virginia, Maryland or in the surrounding areas? Look no farther! Wedding Stories By Tania is the award-winning wedding portfolio of Tania Hossain Photography where we make your wedding day our focus with our photography & video work.

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Tania is nothing but great and very professional. She listens to what you want to be capture and does just that. I just love Tania she kept us laughing and making sure to take care of us through our wedding journey. We did our engagements photos and they were absolutely beautiful. Our wedding day she made it very very special. There is not enough stars to give !!!! I am so happy we went with Tania no one else could have done what she did for us !!!!
Lawanda N., 3 months ago
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Trevaughn Smith Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Franconia, VA
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Trevaughn, a queer wedding & portrait photographer. A hopeless romantic armed with a camera, I've made it my life's work to become a visual narrator for couples across the DC, Maryland & Virginia area and beyond. Each couple has their own unique story to tell, and together, I believe we can work together to capture a beautiful and unique story that shows the love and happiness between you and your partner! If you're looking for a friendly, laid-back and upbeat upbeat wedding photographer with a sharp eye for authentic and candid moments, I'm your guy!

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I booked Trevaughn Smith Photography for my wedding and I can honestly say that Trevaughn and his team were such a pleasure to work with. We had some rain during our event and instead of packing it up they came up with some really unique ways to work with the weather and still get beautiful photos! Everyone was professional and went above and beyond to make sure we got the perfect shot! I would highly recommend letting Trevaughn capture your special moments.
NaShae P., 2 years ago
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Katelyn Alexandria Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Meet Katelyn, the visionary behind the lens, the master of capturing love stories; and a true artist with an impeccable eye for detail, an innate ability to freeze time, and the unique gift of encapsulating the raw emotions, intimate moments, and cherished memories that make weddings so extraordinary. From a young age, she discovered the power of storytelling through her mom's scrap books and National Geographic magazines, sparking an undying fascination with capturing the essence of life's most profound moments. She studies under renowned photographers, soaking up their wisdom and honing her own unique style; authentic photojournalism.

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Choosing Katelyn as our wedding photographer was undoubtedly one of the easiest and best decisions we made for our wedding day! We had the pleasure of seeing her work firsthand at a friend's wedding, with who knows how many cameras strapped on! Seeing her attention to detail firsthand and the beautiful quality of our friends photos, she was first on our list for a consultation. From our first call, Katelyn embraced our vision with enthusiasm and professionalism. We knew we wanted a documentary-style photographer with the option of film photos (we loved that Katelyn includes these already) who could capture the genuine emotions and candid moments of our wedding with our lively group, and Katelyn delivered! Despite our initial nervousness about being in front of the camera, Katelyn made us feel incredibly comfortable. Having an engagement shoot beforehand was a great practice run, she has an incredible talent for putting people at ease, and this truly shines through in the photos. We have never felt so photogenic! Our album turned out better than we could have dreamed up. It is truly reflective of us and our day. Complete with details of my treasured Kirkland sweatpants on the way to our venue contrasted with my dress glam Katelyn’s commitment to us was truly exceptional as she had a family loss shortly before our wedding. It would have been more than understandable for her to need more time away or to find us a replacement. Despite this, Katelyn remained fully committed to capturing our day and we are so so grateful. Her dedication and professionalism during such a difficult time speaks volumes about her passion for her work and for her clients. Katelyn is a true artist and an amazing person. Her work exceeded all our expectations, and we feel so fortunate to have had her as part of our wedding team. The only question we have is how early is too early for a vow renewal so we can hire her again!
Madison W., 6 months ago
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Mdree Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA

My mission is to provide you with an unforgettable experience in front of the camera, as well as photographs that you'll treasure for a lifetime. I hope that the photographs I capture for you serve as a reminder of the love that lives within you and your loved ones.

Mariandree was a real gem to work with! We had originally planned our ceremony and small reception for Dec. 2020, but because of COVID had to make some changes. We kept our outside (super cold) ceremony for that December and Mariandree was more than willing to accommodate, given the circumstances. She was a real trooper out there with us on the freezing Waterfront, and we got some amazing photos back within a week! Mariandree was more than gracious to allow us to reschedule the second half of our photoshoot for September 2021 where we finally got to enjoy a small backyard reception. She brought her sister along as a second photographer for the first round, and her mom for the second. It made it really fun and relaxing because she got along so well with my own mom. Overall, I would definitely recommend Mdree Photography for your wedding! She is organized and makes sure to deliver. She has a really fun, youthful, and thoughtful personality, so expect to really enjoy having her capture your special moments.
Amanda and A., 3 years ago
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Jon Fleming Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Washington DC Wedding Photographer & Photo Booth Rentals. Hello! My name is Jon. I am a Washington DC Wedding Photographer and available for weddings worldwide. I love my job. There is something so exciting about capturing your day the way I see it through my eyes. My valued clients give off energy that keeps me going which motivates me to push my boundaries to create the stunning, crisp, and vibrant images you see.

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His photos are so bright and colorful, and he gets the absolute best candid moments. I love how his pictures capture people’s personalities! He’s friendly, funny, and makes all of his clients feel comfortable in front of the camera. You gotta check out his awesome photo booth too!
Megan Rei, 4 years ago
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Oxford St. Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Imagine a wedding photography experience that’s more than just photos—one where your story is captured with depth, intention, and artistry. Our approach blends editorial style with a photojournalistic touch, ensuring each moment, from the quiet glances to the grand celebrations, is preserved in its truest form. Serving Washington D.C., NYC, and Florida—but always ready to travel wherever love takes us—we limit the weddings we accept each year to give each couple the attention they deserve. Let us help create a collection of images that feels like poetry—rich, authentic, and filled with emotion.

We want special photos before our wedding for invites, the website, and a photo album for guests to sign. We found Juniett and Julian very last minute and had only a short window in which we would be available for a photoshoot. They suggested a sunrise photoshoot in Shenandoah, which was right up our alley. They were fun, friendly, professional, and great at what they do. They handled all the logistical matters. They made the photoshoot fun and effortless for us. Juniett and Julian clearly had a vision in mind and executed it flawlessly, the results of which we will cherish forever. They even sent us a cute gift to celebrate our wedding several months later. If you're looking to book an up-and-coming photographer in the DC area, look no further than this duo.
Josh H., a month ago
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Alyssa Monica Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,350
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Alyssa Monica Photography is an event photography company servicing Washington D.C, Maryland and Virginia. Established in 2011, Alyssa Monica Photography's preferred style of shooting events is using a photojournalism approach, capturing natural and candid images. Creativity has no limits, and the goal for all clients is to view an event album that tells a beautiful story of love from the beginning to end, full of fun and detail. Moving quickly, Alyssa captures every joyful and emotional moment, as well as all the details that go into planning the perfect wedding day or event.

I've had the pleasure of working with Alyssa Monica Photography on multiple occasions, and I can confidently say they are a fantastic wedding vendor. Their communication is always clear and concise, making them easy to work with. The quality of their work is exceptional - they are detailed, patient, and excel at capturing the perfect shot. Alyssa and her team made my clients feel comfortable during their special occassions, and their posing guidance was superb. I was also impressed with their work during our maternity shoot - it was a dream experience. I highly recommend Alyssa Monica Photography for anyone looking for a talented, professional photographer.
Jaime, 3 months ago
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Bird's Eye Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Taken from her nickname, "Jaye Bird" given by her late grandmother and her vision for creativity, "Bird's Eye" was developed. Jaye is a self-taught District of Columbia & Maryland-based photographer. She is dedicated to capturing life in its vast array of colors, emotion and sentiments, while creating a relaxed atmosphere to allow clients to simply, BE themselves. She believes that ALL people are extraordinary in their own way and reflect beauty and life. It is always her mission and passion to help others and therefore, provide affordable services and great memories for each of her clients.

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Jaye has always been professional from start to finish. Everything from the first email, to the relaxed photo shoot to the delivery of our gorgeous pictures First class experience all the way! Thanks Jaye!
Stephanie, 4 years ago
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Visuals by J. McKenzie 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Jamaal (J. McKenzie) has been described as an ever-evolving romantic, a perfectionist and a serial creative. With a perspective deeply rooted in expressive art-forms such as musicianship & spoken word, Jamaal approaches every story with an unwavering respect and veneration for each moment. Bred in Brooklyn, New York and tempered in a variety of cities across the vast United States and South America, Jamaal brings a familiar, yet fine-tuned touch, lodging echoes of that vastness in every image. Jamaal produces timeless visuals and agencies across the conduits of creative genres, exploring the roots of the emotions at the core of us all.

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Our wedding day was a whirlwind of emotions and unforgettable moments. Thankfully, Jamaal McKenzie and his team were there to capture every precious detail. From the heartfelt ceremony to the lively reception, they seamlessly blended into the background, capturing candid moments that truly tell the story of our special day. We were particularly impressed with their ability to capture the essence of our personalities and the unique love we share. The group photos were organized efficiently, and the candid shots were simply stunning. We can't wait to relive our wedding day through their lens, both in photos and video. If you're looking for a photography and videography team that will not only capture your wedding day but also elevate it to new heights, we highly recommend Jamaal McKenzie and the Visuals by J. McKenzie team.
Kelly & R., 3 days ago
Mark Joven Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Hey I’m Mark! A photographer and videographer based in Washington, DC, originally from sunny central Florida. I’ve been honored to have my personal creative work featured in Stencil Magazine and The Phoblographer. With experience ranging from Disney’s Photopass program to weddings, events, and even automotive photography, I bring a diverse skill set to every shoot. My passion for capturing moments and my technical expertise in both photography and videography ensure that each session is tailored to create timeless, captivating imagery.

We found "Mark Joven Photography" through my fiancé who worked with him before during group trips with his friends. I really liked the photos he took we booked him for our engagement photos and he did NOT disappoint at ALL! He brought two assists with him and spent 2 days taking photos for us at multiple locations of our choosing! Mark was very professional and made each day go by seamlessly! We hung out like old friends and made a day of Magic Kingdom after taking our photos at our favorite places in the park! We got all our shots back within a week of taking them and they were all so beautiful I cried! They are some of the best pictures I’ve ever had! We decided to hire him for our wedding as a videographer and backup photographer should we need him! Also his prices are SUPER reasonable and affordable! If you’re looking to book him I wouldn’t hesitate! I’m pretty sure we’re gonna use him for future milestones! Mark is definitely a 10/10 and as a former photographer myself I am VERY picky when it comes to my photography so I can say I don’t say 10/10 unless i truly mean it!!
Kenya T., a month ago
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Lotus Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Franconia, VA

My passion for photography grew when my daughter, Lotus, was born in 2004 and I began documenting her childhood with an eye toward catching each irreplaceable moment. Soon, friends and then friends of friends asked me to photograph their children and families. Before long, I was documenting the lives and milestones of people all over the DMV area. I realized how happy I was connecting with people and capturing special moments, and so I launched Lotus Photography in 2012 - named for my first muse. I fell in love with capturing weddings in 2017 and I have been hooked ever since!

I highly, highly recommend Georgette with Lotus Photography. She is the sweetest, most joyful, gifted photographer and as an event planner and day-of wedding coordinator I genuinely love working with her. She is sweet, bubbly, kind, and incredibly talented. 11/10 recommend!!
Penderview Events LLC, 7 months ago
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Jessica Rabelo Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Hi, its Jessica, I am a couples and wedding photographer based in Virginia. My clients are so special that they find themselves a friend for a lifetime, not just another wedding vendor. I take time to know you! I love learning about your love story, the proposal, etc. I am hopeless romantic, so I will probably shed a tear at every wedding I attend or photograph.

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Jessica is AMAZING, we hired her for our wedding and also did the engagement pictures with her. I am brazilian and since she is also I thought maybe my now husband would be a little uncomfortable taking the pictures but no way, not with Jessica, the way she makes everything seems so smooth and simple makes you think you are spending a good afternoon with a friend! And her work is definitely THE BEST! On my wedding day she managed to speak both languages with my family and my guests and took so much amazing pictures that now is hard to choose! Everyone loved her job and she sent the pictures so fast that I was really impressed! From now one my dates for events with pictures will depend on her agenda. I can’t wait for the next sessions of her capturing our love!
Adila S., 6 months ago
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J. Sasu Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Franconia, VA

J. Sasu Photography is a lively wedding photography service located in Bethesda, Maryland that services the Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. area. J. is dedicated to capturing the fearless love between two people on their biggest day.

From the moment we first reached out to J. Sasu Photography, we were impressed by J's proactive, clear, and relaxed communication style. He took the time to understand our vision and provided helpful guidance throughout the planning process. On our wedding day, J was prompt, incredibly flexible and prepared, seamlessly capturing all the special moments. The resulting photographs are truly stunning - the perfect blend of beautiful, artistic shots and natural, candid moments that we will cherish forever. We are so grateful to J. Sasu Photography for helping to make our wedding day so memorable.
Hilary G., a month ago
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Fourth Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,299
  • Serves Franconia, VA

I'm William, a dedicated and passionate photographer/videographer based in Washington, DC. My love of photography was born out of my love of travel. While exploring other countries and cultures, I was using my phone to document the people that I met and the places that I have been. This led me to buy my first professional-level camera; it has been with me ever since. I consider my photography style to be timeless. When I'm not behind the lens, you'll find me at my local movie theater or spending quality time with my family and friends.

We had a small and simple wedding but wanted some good pictures. William was very professional, and the pictures are amazing! They absolutely capture the day just as we remember it. The online gallery is very easy to use and William delivered us the pictures very quickly.
Trisha, 4 months ago
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Natasha Lamalle Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Franconia, VA

The best way to tell honest stories is through keen observation. How do I know? Because I spent 15 years as a journalist before becoming a wedding photographer. By paying attention to the ways you interact with your loved ones, I capture the in-between moments that will, one day, be significant. And using a trained eye and subtle approach, I do so unobtrusively.

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If you’re looking for the perfect photographer-stop right here. I’m not even sure where to begin to tell you how amazing Natasha was! We got married on a very cool and rainy day in November and Natasha was such a comfort to have with us. Never once did we feel awkward posing. She captured truly the most beautiful candid photos. The uncle tearing up the dance floor, couples enjoying an intimate moment slow dancing, your brother secretly wiping away tears...you name it. Looking back at our photos, I feel like I was a part of every single moment of the wedding. And that....is the best thing I could ever ask for.
Michela G., 5 years ago
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Bokeh Lane Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA

On your Wedding Day and we want your personality to shine through in all of your wedding photos. You're going to have the best day ever and we'll be there to photograph every laugh, tear, and moment you wish you could remember forever! Our couples come from every walk of life and we love that they know they can be who they are with us! Comfort is key when it comes to choosing your Wedding Photographer because we're capturing your memories on the biggest days of your life. On the day of your wedding, you’ll say "I do", blink and it’ll be over. It's ok though! You’ll sleep easy knowing you'll always be able to look back at your Wedding Day in bright, beautiful color when you receive your wedding photos in about 4-6 weeks.

Nicole and Jose of Bokeh Lane Photography are simply wonderful! So energetic and creative! They shot our engagement session and are slated to shoot our wedding whenever COVID allows for that. We wanted a photographer that has a great eye for candid shots and heard about these two from a friend who had their engagement and wedding shot by them. My friend’s pictures were beautiful, so I reached out to Nicole and Jose. They helped us with every step of the process, even with picking out outfits before the shoot. They’re kind and professional and just so easy to work with. I am not used to being in front of the camera, whereas my fiance is a natural in front of the camera. I told them that up front and they made sure to make me feel comfortable while just letting my fiance be himself, and the pictures came out so great! They are highly responsive as far as communication goes and prices are extremely reasonable for such high quality work. Highly highly recommend!
Maggie & Q., 4 years ago
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Alice Tran Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA

I am so Happy you are here! My name is Alice and I am a portrait and wedding photographer based in Northern Virginia - Maryland - Washington D.C. areas. To me, it has been a privilege to be able to connect with everyone that I had a chance to photograph. My goal is to capture those raw, honest, and authentic emotions so that twenty years from now, you can look back on these photos and still remember exactly how that moment felt. I hope we share the same goal and that I am the photographer you are looking for.

Alice was an absolute delight to work with. The entire process from booking her to the actual wedding day was pleasant, professional, and you feel truly cared for! Alice is the sweetest and kindest person and you can tell she wants to get to know you to capture your personality through these photos. She puts in a lot of effort into the photos and it shows her artistry. If you are looking for someone to capture your big day, seriously, Alice is the absolute best artist, person and photographer ever!
Jenny, 3 years ago
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Marakhtanov Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Hi, I’m Roman, a wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience capturing love stories in Washington DC and beyond. I work with my wife Kate, an amazing videographer. Together, we ensure seamless collaboration for perfect photos and videos. Our services: - One-event-per-day policy - Additional hours - Extra photographer - Boudoir sessions - Engagement shoots - Digital files - Videos Let’s create magic together!

Roman and Kate make an incredible duo as a husband and wife photography team. They truly excel in the art of photography. We were blown away by our wedding pictures - they were absolutely stunning. The attention to detail and the artistic touch they brought to each shot was truly impressive. Everyone who has seen our pictures has been thoroughly impressed with the quality and the care that Roman and Kate put into their work. We cannot recommend them enough
Millicent, 9 days ago
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Anna Romani Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Franconia, VA

I am more than just a wedding photographer. I am also your hype woman, go-to for all wedding planning questions and day-of help, and #1 cheerleader during the wedding planning process. Ask any of my past couples... I will definitely be on the dance floor at your reception! I pride myself on helping my clients feel comfortable in front of my lens. You would not believe how many times clients have told me they don't like taking photos or "aren't photogenic," and then end up loving their photos! I am based in the DC area, and central Texas.

I can't say enough great things about Anna! She took photos for our wedding welcome party, and they are gorgeous - she got the lighting perfect (and it was challenging in a dark room!), got every shot I even imagined, and turned around sneak peeks truly the SAME evening! I was so pleased with the entire process from start to finish and would recommend Anna to anyone looking for a photographer!
Grace C., 5 months ago
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Danielle Real Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Hi - I'm Danielle. A wife. A mom to three wonderful children. A wedding photographer. I've been shooting weddings since 2010. 300++ weddings and counting. I love working with natural light, real moments, and images with energy and emotion. I would love the privilege of hearing your love story. If you'd like to inquire, please email or call to set up an interview.!

We booked Danielle for our engagement session and April 2024 wedding. Me and my husband aren't confident in front of the camera and at our engagement session, Danielle made us feel so comfortable. At that moment, we knew we made the right choice for our wedding day! Danielle was an integral part of our planning process - happily scheduling calls as needed to help us develop our timeline, narrow down locations for photos, and even providing us with a detailed timeline and checklists of things to bring for photos. On our wedding day, Danielle ensured that we remained on schedule with our timeline, capturing all the photos that we wanted and needed in a short timeframe. She made an effort to learn the names of our wedding party and family and provided everyone with guidance and feedback in a fun and engaging manner to make sure every photo turned out great! We recently got our sneak peeks back and were so thrilled with how they turned out. We're looking forward to seeing our full gallery soon! Danielle also provided a second shooter at no additional cost to us and he was absolutely fantastic as well! Chris handled getting ready photos of my husband and his groomsmen, making sure they stuck to the timeline, and getting them to where they needed to be - the hardest job of all. He was great to work with and captured beautiful images from different perspectives and angles that we wouldn't have gotten with just one photographer.
Emily B., 6 months ago
James Ton Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Franconia, VA

You just have to live and life will give you pictures. The first time I saw the photographs of Henri Cartier-Bresson, I knew photography was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life! His mantra is exactly how I approach wedding photography. I want you two as a couple to enjoy your wedding, having the best day of your lives, and amazing photographs will come from your joy.

If you’re looking for a wedding photographer in the DC area, stop and boom James immediately! We really liked James from the first time we saw his portfolio online, and felt very confident after our first call with him that we had found the photographer we wanted to work with. He was really thoughtful in sending us sample galleries from weddings he had done that were in similar venues to ours. We could not have made a better choice! He was good at communicating and working out details prior to the wedding, even scouting out potential locations in case of rain in the forecast. On the day itself he was fantastic and provided just the right amount of direction to get good shots while putting everyone at ease. He also captured all the special candid moments and I still don’t know how he managed to get so many different angles and shots during the ceremony. We also absolutely loved the video slideshow he did with our speeches and the photos. We’ll always treasure the stunning photos we have from our wedding and couldn’t recommend James more highly!
Meghan H., a month ago
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Mason Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Franconia, VA

The biggest failure at the end of our lives would be trading our intimacy for our fears in light of playing it safe. This season of your lives may make you feel unwelcome and even excluded as dive into your wedding research. Listen to this: No matter where you’re from, who you pray to, what you weigh, who you voted for or who you love; who you are and who you’re becoming as individuals and as a whole are what matter to us most. We're a team of people loving, color-addicted, and moment-captured wedding photographers based in DC with over 300 weddings of experience. We've shot stories in over 20 countries and 30 states.

Our photographer was Katherine and we couldn't have been happier! She was so easy to work with from beginning to end and her photos are absolutely beautiful. She definitely kept the day flowing as it should. Katherine is super down to earth and it felt like a friend was with me all day!
Sara G., 5 months ago
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Karlin Villondo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Franconia, VA

Karlin Villondo Photography is a Washington, D.C. based photography studio by Nicholas Karlin & Clarissa Villondo. Our projects range from new menu launches to backstage portraits to true crime festivals to large corporate meetings and everything in between. We take pride in the ongoing relationships they built with our clients’ organizations. Karlin Villondo Photography believes in strong, timeless photography with a photojournalistic approach.

Karlin Villondo Photography is one of our favorite photographers to work within the DC/MD area! They are extremely professional, have an amazing eye for photography, and are fun to work with as well. Every event/wedding/project we've worked on together has gone seamlessly and resulted in beautiful images. We can't wait for the next time we get to work together again!
Rachel Kendall Events, 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Franconia, VA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Franconia, VA?

A Franconia, VA wedding photographer ranges from $250 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?

95% of photographers in Franconia, VA 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 Franconia, VA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Darby Doll Photography LLC, The Pros Weddings and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

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

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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