The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Sterling, VA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Sterling, VA

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284 Wedding Photographers in Sterling, VA

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Wedding Bug 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $795
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Having the perfect wedding without breaking the bank? It's possible with Wedding Bug. Every couple deserves high-end artistry to preserve their most prized wedding day moments. Wedding Bug was founded to make it unbelievably affordable and accessible to all! The Wedding Bug team has over 40 years of experience producing wedding photography, video, and DJ and we have drawn on our rich history of quality, reliability and innovation to make it possible.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't recommend Aurel enough as a wedding photographer! From the moment we met, he was incredibly friendly, professional, and receptive to all our ideas. He has this amazing ability to blend into the background like a photography ninja while still capturing the most beautiful, candid moments. We ended up with 603 stunning photos—each one better than the last. Even though our venue was on the smaller side, Aurel worked his magic and made it look absolutely gorgeous in every shot. If you're booking through Wedding Bug, I truly hope you get Aurel—he was beyond amazing. I couldn't have asked for a better photographer to capture such a special day! Thank you so much, Aurel!
Jessica M., a month ago
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Megan Rei Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Sterling, VA

I'm a wedding and dog photographer based in the Northern Virginia/DC area with a focus on capturing fun, candid, colorful photos of the people and pups you love! I'm always willing to travel, especially back to my home state of New York.

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We hired Megan to shoot our engagement photos last year and our wedding photos this spring. I truly could not recommend a better photographer! She's a great choice if you're looking for someone who can make you feel comfortable in front of the camera. We wanted photos that were beautiful but not overly produced (i.e., represented the day as we and our guests actually saw it), and Megan was the perfect choice for that. She is kind and highly communicative, and is great at capturing both posed and candid moments. If I could go back in time, I would choose her again in a heartbeat!
Claire L., 10 months ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Sterling, VA
  • Offer

Hi, I'm Sophia, a 27-year-old wedding photographer living between DC and San Francisco! Capturing love stories through my lens is not just a job but a profound joy that I cherish with every wedding I photograph. It's been six years and I've photographed close to 100 weddings which seems unreal! The photography gene runs in my family, my great-grandfather had his own photography studio in Panama and from there, knowledge of photography was passed down through the generations of my family to me. I believe in always having fun and prioritizing an stress-free lifestyle which translates into my photography style — vibrant, authentic, and joyful.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend working with Sophia enough. She was communicative, prompt and very efficient. She really worked with us what we wanted for the day in a short time frame and the photos just speak for themselves. We truly could not be happier that we chose to work with her!
Lucy B., 10 months ago
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Alysa Segovia Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Sterling, VA

I'm a wedding photographer based out of Virginia committed to providing the best photography experience to my couples. My style is natural, photojournalistic, and authentic. I take the time to get to know you and work with you to capture beautiful moments that are sincere and candid. I won't miss a thing, from the first kiss to the captivating laughs to the small, intimate moments that no one else sees.

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Alysa was so flexible and easygoing to work with, and the photos were gorgeous! She was extremely punctual in terms of timing and getting the photos to us as promised. On the day of, she was great about accommodating some last minute requests/extra photos and was creative in finding a great space for family photos when outside wasn’t going to work. The value was incredible and I would 10/10 recommend her services.
Morgan D., 9 months ago
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Jac&Mac Photography 

5.0

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

We’re an award-winning husband and wife photography team providing our services for over 16 years all over Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania. Speaking of Ourselves- Macky & I have been Married for 25 years and going strong through all the hardships, challenges, and rewards Life brings to our family. This is why we love doing weddings, not only does it remind us of our day, but also, motivates us to capture your Wedding by providing you Pictures That Speak Louder Than Words.

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Jac&Mac Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. From our very first conversation, their communication was top-notch - they were responsive, attentive, and truly listened to our vision. The quality of their work is exceptional, and the value they provided far exceeded our expectations. On the day of our wedding, they seamlessly captured every special moment, from our wedding party getting ready to the intimate exchanges between my husband and I. Jac&Mac Photography are simply the best people, and we are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our special day for years to come.
Dj l., 7 months ago
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Abby Carissimo Photography 

5.0

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

I'm Abby! and I’m hopelessly obsessed with love. There’s nothing like watching a couple look into each other’s eyes and realize they just got married. Being able to capture that moment- and then deliver it to the couple to keep forever- it’s truly the best. I’m here to capture so much more than just memories. I’m here to capture feeling. . The sweet glances that make your fingertips tingle. The look that makes your heart thump in your chest. The loopy butterflies in your stomach as you’re about to walk down the aisle. Those feelings. The photos I produce allow you to hold those feelings in your hand, and keep them safe for eternity.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Abby was fantastic! She did our engagement pictures and made my fiancé and I feel completely comfortable. It was so easy to communicate with her and she was so helpful throughout the planning process. Rachel Jordan was the associate photographer on our wedding day and she was amazing!!! My fiancé and I found it so easy to work with her and Rachel made sure to take all of our considerations on the day of. We are so grateful we booked Mountains & Moose Photography for our sepcial day!!
Dianna A., 2 years ago
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Rise and Roam Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Let's skip the business part and jump in, heads first, into being best friends?! I love connecting with people who are in love and value the essence of relationships, those big and small moments and everything in between. To live in the moment is my motto, allowing myself to be true to my feelings and always see the bright side of every experience. I've been photographing for 3 years and making friends along the way, creating memories that will withstand the test of time with a touch of art. Let's connect and make beautiful memories!?

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved working with Maria for our engagement and wedding photos! We knew from looking at her portfolio for the first time and after we connected over the phone that we’d found exactly the right person to capture our celebration. From in-person meetings to Zoom syncs, our partnership with Maria immediately felt comfortable and collaborative. Maria brought warmth and her expertise to the table, while we brought our personalities and our vision to capture the vibrance and energy of our wedding day. There are three main elements that I want to highlight from working together with Maria: 1. Our rainy day engagement shoot in Brooklyn - despite us being based in Brooklyn, NY and our wedding venue and Maria both being located in the greater Washington, DC area, Maria made her way up to NYC and graciously did an engagement shoot with us capturing shots in some of our favorite places around Brooklyn. At first we were a bit worried when we saw that rain was in the forecast for our shoot day, but Maria assured us that the rain would only add to the romanticism of the shoot and she was absolutely right and truly delivered great shots. Not only that, she was great at directing us and making us feel relaxed throughout the entire session. 2. Maria’s unique proposal for our wedding day shoot - we connected with Maria nine months prior to our wedding, but she’s a sought after photographer! She was already booked on our wedding date, so she suggested an alternative for us to still be able to leverage her services and her editorial eye: she would suggest another trusted photographer to take raw photos on the day of our wedding, while she would still own all of the planning, coordination, and editing of all of our wedding photos so our images still got the Rise & Roam treatment. 3. Our wedding photos - Maria was highly communicative and phenomenal at making sure she understood what we were looking for in our shots. She made sure that our day-of raw photographer was aligned with our vision as well. (Shoutout to Sarah Mattozzi for being such a great day-of photographer and for partnering with Maria on our unique photography setup! Loved working with Sarah!). Just a few days after our wedding, Maria sent us a bunch of preview photos from the shoot and we were immediately struck by how well they turned out. Once we got the full album drop, we were so happy with all the images!! Maria captured the spirit, energy, and fun that was such a core part of our wedding celebration! Overall, I would highly highly recommend Maria to capture your own special day because she did a phenomenal job on capturing our celebration!
Paolo C., 5 months ago
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The Moody Momma 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Sterling, VA
  • Offer

Hey heyyyy! I’m a momma to a smart, artsy girl , 2 wild and rambunctious boys & wife to an amazing husband. I was born and raised here (minus some years in West Virginia) in Nova and love this place I call home!! Aside from my awesome job, I’m just a regular mom and wife who enjoys Netflix and chillin, long romantic walks in Target, drinking coffee ( while editing and during those long walks at Target LOL).

Awarded Best of Zola
Sydney did a terrific job for our wedding day photos. From our first meeting she was professional, caring, made creative suggestions, listened to what we wanted and accommodated our special requests. Our “sneak peek” photos and edited gallery were received ahead of schedule. The photos really captured our special day with our families and I would highly recommend her for any special event!!
katie, a year ago
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Nathan Sottung Photography, LLC. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Sterling, VA
  • Offer

Hi there! I’m Nathan Sottung (pronounced “saw-tongue”—ask me about its Norse mythological roots!). Since 2020, I’ve been blending my technical expertise with a calming presence to help couples feel relaxed, authentic, and truly themselves on their wedding day. With nearly 100 weddings captured, I’ve had the joy of preserving unique love stories through genuine, heartfelt moments. Let’s make your day unforgettable!

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Before the wedding, Nathan was attentive and details-oriented as he helped us plan and figure out what photos were the most important to us. He met with us over Zoom and in-person at the venue to walk through the day and provided countless suggestions and tips to make sure the photography and ceremony went smoothly. During the wedding, Nathan took both phenomenal posed photos and brilliant candids. He was a constant presence with a cameras holstered on each hip, like a cowboy with lenses instead of six-shooters. He worked quickly to get us a selection of social-media ready the same day, perfect to share with family across the world who couldn't make it. After the wedding, Nathan's editing and communication skills are top-notch. He even drove out (over an hour!) to take some photos of a sapphire ring of my new wife's - it's a family heirloom she wore during the wedding that she wanted additional photos of. When we tried to pay for these additional photos, he waved us off. Nathan truly went above and beyond the call of duty. In terms of quality, the photos he took are top-notch. We have fantastic posed photos, often with little touches he suggested in the moment to ensure we looked relaxed, smiling, and at our best. His candids are some of my favorite photos in the world and perfectly capture what was a perfect day. Nathan's humor, attention to detail, and devotion to getting every shot right make hiring him one of the best wedding decisions we made. I would heartily recommend hiring Nathan and plan on calling on him if we have photography needs in the future.
Paul S., a month ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Sterling, VA
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we reached out to Birchfields, their communication was quick, thorough, and sincere. Their attention to detail and ability to make us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera resulted in exceptional photographs that captured every special moment of our wedding day. Birchfields truly went above and beyond, taking unique angles and perspectives that allowed us to relive the entire day through their stunning imagery. When it’s hard to figure out which photo you want to print out and hang on the wall, you know you picked the right photographer! We could not be happier with the final product and would highly recommend Steve to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Jeneca G., 7 months ago
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Victoria V Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Photography and videography for destination, elopements, and traditional weddings across the Northern Virginia and worldwide. My work focuses on capturing your day authentically so that you can relive your memories and feel the emotions you had in that exact moment.

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We had such a fantastic experience and are so glad we had Victoria as our wedding photographer! She not only produced the most amazing photos, but she helped us throughout the entire wedding planning process. The first time we met with Victoria, she helped us create our wedding timeline and walk through exactly how we wanted our wedding captured. All of the advice she gave from her wedding experience was such a big help. Victoria did an amazing job rallying the troops for photos calmly and professionally. She made taking photos so natural and comfortable for 2 people who aren't typically in front of the camera. My husband and I are so excited to have her amazing photos to look back at that perfectly captured our wedding!!
Mollie Nesaw, 10 months ago
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Rob Jinks Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Sterling, VA

For me, photography all started with the outdoors. As someone who loves to bike, hike, kayak, and backpack, photos were a way to capture the vistas and memories I was creating. Photography snowballed into sports, journalism, concerts, products, events, portraits, finally landing on weddings. Weddings became what I loved most due to their fast pace nature, creative freedom, and the opportunity to document real, life-long memories. Every couple and every family has a unique, incredible story. It’s a blessing to be able to document these life-changing events that people can look back on forever.

I enthusiastically recommend Rob for all your photography needs. He is super personable, affordable, and his photos are absolutely stunning. Rob photographed our wedding and what initially set him apart was his video messages and desire to have video meetings (we got married during the COVID-19 pandemic). At first, we found it a bit unusual, but we quickly realized that the video calls made it so much easier to get to know Rob and build a connection, particularly during a time when in-person meetings aren't an easy option. We had a few video calls to talk through our vision and hopes for the wedding day. Rob also walked us through examples of weddings he had done that would be similar in style to ours so we could get a sense of his artistic approach. We could immediately tell that he was very thorough and detail-oriented. As we were planning out the day, Rob gave super helpful suggestions, demonstrating his knowledge of what worked in the DC area (including at the Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial, and the DC War Memorial) from a photographer’s perspective, and helped us develop a realistic plan for the day given our time together. On the wedding day, Rob made us feel very comfortable - both with him and with having our photo taken as we were newbies at that. And all of our guests felt the same way as he was organizing the after ceremony family portraits. He also turned around the final product in a very timely manner (within one month), and provided a sneak peak within the first week. We were completely blown away. The photos were vibrant, creative, and captured the joy and memories of the day so well. Family and friends are already hanging them up in their houses.
Nicole and J., 4 years ago
Sarah Dodge Photography 

5.0

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

Hi, I'm Sarah! My goal? To capture the moment so you can live in it and deliver photos that are timeless, personal, effortless, and entirely YOU. I’ve been photographing weddings for ten years, so I know how to provide you with a stress-free experience that culminates with you receiving an album full of beautiful, romantic, whimsical images that stop you in your tracks and transport you back in time. Your wedding day will go by in a beautiful, euphoric blur. I’m here so you can relive it in slow motion.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I couldn't have possibly asked for a better photographer for our wedding and engagement photos than Sarah! We had so much fun during our engagement shoot in 2023, and we knew then that we'd found the perfect photographer for our big day. She made us feel so comfortable and confident throughout the whole process. Our timeline didn't go according to plan on wedding day, and Sarah was so accommodating and flexible. She helped me to stay calm, which is hard to do as the bride on your wedding day! She sent us some sneak peak pictures and they are seriously magazine worthy; we are obsessed! Utilizing Sarah's photography services for your wedding will be the best decision you make. 10/10 recommend!
Megan R., 4 months ago
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Tiffany's Photo & Film 

5.0

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

I'm Tiffany, a passionate photographer and videographer who cherishes the power of genuine moments. My approach is both timeless and documentary, focusing on the beauty of the now, the authentic exchanges, and the unscripted laughter that makes each wedding and engagement so special. For me, photography is not just about capturing faces; it's about capturing feelings, the essence of the moment, and the unspoken tales of love and joy.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tiffany and her team were absolutely incredible to work with! She shot our wedding in April 2024 and from start to finish was helpful and communicative. We got our teaser photos very quickly after the wedding and all of our photos following that quickly as well. The editing was amazing, all of the photos were so well thought out and the attention to detail was so amazing to see. We are SO happy with our wedding photos!!
Haeli, 10 months ago
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Bakerture Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Sterling, VA

We’re Bakerture, an expresso-driven elite boutique studio of imaginative wedding photographers and videographers. Our national studio is run from the tip tops of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. As a small group of tight-knit creatives, we feed off of epic engagement stories, hilarious grand entrances, and intense reception dance off's. Our passion, energy, and creativeness come from the allure of your story. Every single client we work with has their own unique story and our mission is to tell it through our lens in its most organic form.

Our experience with Bakerture Wedding Photography was absolutely amazing! Carlos and Tim, the photographers, were not only professional but also a blast to work with. They captured every moment beautifully, and their creativity truly shone through in the stunning photos. Rita and Steve were incredible with communication, making the entire process seamless. They were prompt and attentive, ensuring that our vision was understood and executed perfectly. If you're looking for a team that combines professionalism with a fun and friendly approach, Bakerture is the way to go. Thanks to them, our wedding day memories are truly unforgettable! Highly recommend!
Jenna B., a year ago
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Kelsey Cuervo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Kelsey Cuervo photography began out of a love of art and a proclivity to create, and evolved into a passion for capturing genuine connection in an artful way. I approach my clients with a desire to capture their genuine connection using their love story as my source of inspiration.

There is nobody we would have rather had with us throughout the planning process and on our wedding day. Judging from her other work, we knew that we would be getting a stunning final product, but what you can't see in her pictures online is how friendly she is, how comfortable she makes you feel behind the camera (I was particularly nervous our first go around for the engagement shoot), and how well she directs and manages people to create her magic. Now for the product! My wife and I sat down together when Kelsey sent us the final photos and it genuinely took us back to our wedding day. She captured both the emotion and the beauty of it all so well, and we now have these pictures to look back on for the rest of our lives. We feel so lucky to have her as our photographer and friend. Thank you, Kelsey!!
Andrew & B., 5 months ago
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Becky A. Gardner Photography 

5.0

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

Hello!!! I’m so excited to connect. I’m a family and wedding photographer based in Northern Virginia! I love real moments, and focus and all the candid fun, no stress. This day, these moments will live forever and ever, and it’s my job and privilege as your storyteller to snap them all!

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Becky was such a pleasure to work with. With little guidance, she captured the most beautiful pictures of our wedding ceremony, family, and candid shots on our wedding day. She was very reliable and on time; I had no concerns or stress about our pictures having Becky there. And I could not be happier—there are so many gorgeous shots that I have difficulty picking just a few favorites! For our engagement pictures, she was so flexible when coming into DC and helping manage our dogs while taking photos. With just a few images for inspiration, she directed our poses and moved us to several locations to ensure we captured everything we wanted. My husband and I are the worst picture takers, but she made everything easy and comfortable. I would recommend Becky tenfold! We can't wait to use her services again!
Brittney D., a year ago
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Stephanie Leigh Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Stephanie Leigh Photography & Design is boutique photography studio based in lovely Loudoun County Virginia. Focusing on photography & videography services specializing in weddings, micro weddings, elopements & engagements.

Stephanie was probably our favorite person to work with for our wedding. She is fun, personable, confident and an amazing photographer. We found her through Visit Loudoun, a group that helps connect vendors to engaged couples. Upon our first meeting with her, she was a clear contender, and we couldn't be happier to have chosen to work with her! We actually found out shortly before our first meeting that my now-husband's sister had also booked Stephanie for HER wedding 6 months before ours. We made it clear from the beginning of our conversations that we were two very different couples and wanted to make sure that our pictures would not look the same/similar in comparison to one another. Stephanie understood this fully and was not put off by this at all. We were excited to book the videographer package with her and even were able to add in an extra hour last minute when our timeline was finalized and we wanted to make sure she got pictures of all the fun things we had planned! Stephanie got our pictures and videos to us very quickly and was very easy to work with and quick on edits of photos that we requested as well. I keep referring to the pictures of our wedding party as our magazine spread. The colors look amazing and every photo is just so BEAUTIFUL!
Megan H., a month ago
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Framemoment Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Combining influences from the world of fashion, photojournalism and traditional schools of art photography, Framemoment Photography illustrate an exclusive breathtaking approach to our work. fresh innovative look alters change from standard event photography that typically appears in compilations and albums. Often described as striking, spontaneous and sometimes edgy, our gallery-worthy images push the limits of conventional event photography, providing each one of their clients with a personalized and visionary final product.

Akio and his team were consummate professionals for all of our photography needs (engagement photos, scheduling, organizing timelines, wedding photos, etc). He and Boris did a phenomenal job of making us, our guests, and our families feel special and valued throughout the entire wedding day. The fact that they included a livestream of our ceremony for those that could not attend meant the world to us. If any couple is in need of a wedding photographer, they should look no further than Framemoment Photography!
Cynthia & S., 5 months ago
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Giuliana Farrays Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Sterling, VA

I have an absolute passion for capturing genuine moments and the magic of love that couples share when marrying the love of their life. I love capturing every detail, every special moment you share, stunning portraits of you and your partner-- All of it! My goal is to capture breathtaking photos that take you back in time when you see them in a storytelling & photo-journalistic way and in a vibrant & airy style. Images that will be treasured throughout the years, not only by you but the following generations to come.

Giuliana is incredible to work with. She's worked at Regency at Dominion Valley a couple times, and one of those times was for my own wedding! Both events she has delivered great work in a reasonable amount of time. She helps the day flow smoothly and makes sure no important moment goes uncaptured. I would recommend her both professionally to clients and personally to friends and family.
Cassidy, 4 years ago
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PAPERBOYS 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,995
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Paperboys is a boutique wedding film/photo agency located on the ‘skirtz of Washington D.C. We started down this regal road in 2014 and we have the mountain of harddrives to prove it! We’re a collaborative team of filmmakers and photographers who live for making amazing things for the world’s most friggin’ amazing couples. When we started this business on a wing and a prayer, we quickly realized that working alone is not a ton of fun - some would say, it’s for the birds. So, we grew our team and that’s when things really started to come to life.

Hiring Nate with the Paperboys team might have been the best decision we made during our entire wedding planning process. My husband and I are (very picky) creatives by nature and trade so we knew that we wanted to be very intentional about our choice of photographer for our special day. Our venue was a historic hotel that requires you to work with one of their select partners, something we initially were a little hesitant about due to its inherent limitations. Most partners listed had very technically beautiful photos but nothing that excited us creatively. Until we saw their most recent partner addition: Paperboys. We loved the playfulness, talent, and imagination that was deeply valued with the team and quickly connected with our photographer Nate both creatively and socially. It was apparent that he truly loved his craft and was easy to communicate our vision with, always making sure to ask helpful questions and take the time to study our provided resource materials. Without prompting or extra charge, he also opted to bring his own film camera to snap some artsy film shots on the actual day, an above and beyond move that shows how much he genuinely just loves what he does. The finished photos absolutely exceeded expectations. His signature style we loved shone through while also managing to capture the exact essence of what we were hoping for stylistically. And as someone who specifically struggles with body confidence and anxiety, he was able to make me feel safe by providing a calm presence and plenty of posing guidance. This allowed me to truly just exist and enjoy the day, which is something I genuinely wasn’t sure if I was going to be able to manage, and therefore the most wonderful gift in and of itself. TLDR: Just hire Paperboys already and thank me later! You’re welcome.
Kelsey B., 10 months ago
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Sajor Photography 

5.0

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

I am an engagement, wedding, family, and portrait photographer in Manassas Park, VA. I serve clients all over the NOVA area. If you're looking for a cool photographer, I would love to capture your special moments!

Carmen photographed our July 2015 wedding, and my wife and I couldn't be happier about our photographer choice. I truly recommend Sajor Photoraphy for your wedding photography needs.
Jake F., 4 years ago
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Trick The Light 

5.0

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

I am a full service wedding photographer. My approach to wedding photography focuses on the emotion of the event. That is what fascinates and moves me, that is what draws me to photography. I always do an engagement shoot with my couples, I think it is important to get to know each other before the wedding day, and it helps me to understand you as a couple. I like to get together at least once to just talk as well, the better you know me, the easier it will be for you to relax and focus on your wedding when I am looking at you the whole time.

The way he sees light through his camera and captures a once in a lifetime special moment lives forever in the images produced. We are forever greatful in the moment we shared that now has become a lifetime and generation of memories. From the bride: the pictures captured told the story of what took place on preparation before I walked down the aisle. We are a happy couple who are so blessed to do business with Paul. Paul is blessed with a special gift and makes you feel very comfortable. He builds a relationship with his clients. Paul gave us a scenario. We did our thing and he did his. During COVID he is understanding and flexible. We wish him nothing but the best!
Angel and E., 4 years ago
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Amanda Gilley Photography 

5.0

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

Amanda Gilley Photography is a documentary-style wedding photographer based in Haymarket, VA. With over 17 years of professional experience, I have crafted a photographic style that blends lifestyle portraiture with a documentary approach to create beautiful, honest, and timeless images. I work hard to capture the big moments, small details, and the essence of your day, with a strong focus on people and emotions. This ensures you can fully enjoy your celebration while I document the unique, heartfelt, and often unexpected moments that make your wedding truly special.

My husband and I met Amanda by accident and it was the best accident to ever happen. Amanda did our engagement photos and we enjoyed her and loved her work we asked her to travel to NH for our wedding; which she gladly did at a very reasonable travel cost. Her professionalism is well above par and her clam nature put me at ease, when I was nervous about being in front of the camera. She is extremely responsive and flexible and I even had a couple of “teaser” photos in my e-mail the very next day. I couldn’t be happier. We have used her for every photoshoot since then including a boudoir.
Jaemi C., 2 months ago
MD Hodges Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Hustle, hustle, hustle is my mantra. I've had people tell me I'm a talented photographer (which is very lovely), but I don't believe in it. Photography is a blend of technique and creativity, and both require a ton of work and practice. I've been very fortunate to study and learn from some incredible photographers. I put that knowledge and effort into every wedding I shoot. My clients mean a lot to me, and I love capturing their magic.

MD Hodges Photography is terrific at capturing the emotions of your once in a lifetime celebration! A professional artist who always seems to be in the perfect position to capture the shot.
John Sawyers, 3 years ago
Love and Lore Photography 

5.0

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

I'm Caty-Scarlett! Owner and crazy woman of Love and Lore Photography. I document love through a documentary driven perception and I would define myself as a wedding photo historian. I shoot lovers particularly in Virginia and across New England. Take me anywhere! Some places that are close to home are Dalton, Ohio. Boston and Provincetown, Massachusetts. Not to mention Shenandoah National Park and Coalton, WV.

Caty-Scarlett (and her second shooter, Sean) were an ABSOLUTE JOY to work with for our Shenandoah wedding! She jumped right into our vision and took the time to actually get to know us as a couple and the style we were looking for (documentary-esque/non-staged/natural). Clear, honest communication and incredibly helpful throughout the process on a very compressed timeline. She captured our family and friends emotions so beautifully over the course of our long weekend celebration and truly created pictures that we constantly reference. Attentive to the details, flexible and didn't pressure us, even took the time to remember our immediate family's names for group shots. Outstanding human being, we can't wait for our next adventure shoot!
Kristen & J., 9 months ago
Kara Loryn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Sterling, VA

I’m a Christian wedding and lifestyle photographer on a mission to capture the intimate moments of your life and tell your unique story through the art of photography. I wholeheartedly believe in the sacredness of marriage, in telling a story and connecting with loved ones through photography. Your day, your sacrament and your story are the moments that, when captured, become a testament to your journey together. Accompanied by coffee, Jesus and excited squeals, I’m here to help you feel comfortable and bring out your authentic selves so that your photos will tell of your story for years to come.

Kara has been an amazing photographer to work with! Her style of bright photos truly captured the joy we felt all day during our wedding. Our engagement session with her made us feel comfortable and confident in how to pose, making the wedding day even smoother. Seeing even just the sneak peeks of the photos she captured made us realize she was able to photograph so many beautiful moments, even when we didn't know she was there! We absolutely love them and are so grateful that she was also able to capture the beauty and solemntiy of our wedding Mass in the most perfect ways.
Emily & W., 5 months ago
Else Bartee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Hi friend, thanks for stopping in! Here's a little bit about me: ✿ My name is Else, pronounced el-suh *insert puns about the movie Frozen here* I was named after my great-grandmother Else who was from Norway. ✽ The two most important things about me: I am a wife to James + a mom to Sophie Grace. ❁ The beach is my happiest place on earth. I have always lived by the water and can't imagine living anywhere else. ✽ Enneagram 2w3.I love helping the people I love + making others feel loved. ❁ My other favorite things: Jesus, collecting seashells, tacos, sunshine, nontoxic living, Gilmore Girls, Target, interior design, + glowy sunsets.

Working with Else was a dream! She took such care to capture each moment, big or small, to help us tell the story of our day. She also made us and all our family/friends feel so comfortable in front of the camera and it shows in each and every photo. If you're looking for a photographer who is intuitive, caring, detail-oriented, and passionate about her craft, then look no further!
Julia G., 5 months ago
Freebird Imagery 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Sterling, VA

Ali of Freebird Imagery is a Northern Virginia-based photographer of intimate weddings, families, + brands. With an eye for authentic emotion, light, + story, and a gift for making you feel at ease and truly seen - all art is made honest and rooted in love. I am passionate about creating memories for the lovers of the world. Whether that be a wedding or elopement, family session, or branding session for your small business, I'm here for it!

I cannot say enough about how incredible my experience was with Ali! From the moment we started working together, it was clear that this wasn’t just a business transaction, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship. She didn’t just create a gorgeous photo gallery of our wedding – she made the entire experience feel effortless, personal, and magical. Her attention to detail is impeccable. Every image was thoughtfully crafted and perfectly in line with the vision I had. She truly took the time to understand the style and feel I wanted for my day and it shows in every shot. I have looked at every single image no less than 10 times in the past 4 days, no exaggerating. What really stood out was how Ali made me feel throughout the process. On the day of the wedding, she didn’t just show up as a vendor – she showed up as a friend, making me feel so at ease, beautiful, and confident. She helped capture the best moments, ensuring everything ran smoothly and that I didn’t have to worry about a thing. I feel so incredibly grateful for her dedication, kindness, and professionalism. She is not only a photographer, but a true artist and a friend who genuinely cares about making your special day everything you dreamed of. Highly, highly recommend!
Alyssa A., 4 months ago
Mary Winford Weddings 

5.0

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

Hello! My Name is Mary Winford. I am a DC wedding photographer who loves shooting weddings in Washington DC, but I shoot other places as well. I'm always excited to explore a new area. I was born and raised in North Carolina. I now live in Fredericksburg Virginia. It was a big change considering I've lived in North Carolina all my life, but I still travel back and forth to see my family. I am happy I have many awesome pictures to look back at when I miss them. Family and sharing memories with the people I care about is so important to me. That's one of the reasons why photography is so important to me.

Mary Winford Weddings was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was responsive and prompt via text and email, which was so helpful during the busy wedding planning process. Their work is truly inspired, with bright, dreamy and beautiful images that captured all the best moments of our special day. The crew was super kind and extremely helpful, offering lots of great ideas for poses and really treating our wedding like it was the most important event. They did an amazing job corralling the wedding party for group photos and got stunning shots of all the meaningful moments. We are thrilled with the artistic final images and would highly recommend Mary Winford Weddings to any couple looking for exceptional wedding photography and videography!
Brienna S., 6 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Sterling, VA

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

A Sterling, 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?

94% of photographers in Sterling, 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 Sterling, VA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Darby Doll Photography LLC, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

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

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