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Elegant wedding portraits by a Seattle and Pacific Northwest wedding photographer

Pacific Northwest Wedding Photographer & Videographer | Seattle & PNW

 Documentary wedding storytelling across Seattle, Washington & Oregon

I'm a Pacific Northwest wedding photographer and videographer based in Seattle, capturing authentic, cinematic stories across Washington and Oregon. From Mount Rainier elopements to waterfront ceremonies in the San Juan Islands and forest weddings on the Oregon Coast, I document the moments that make your PNW wedding feel honest and true to you.

10+

years documenting PNW weddings

300+

couples across WA & OR

5

average Google rating

7

sneak peek delivery

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup by scenic water, green lawn. PNW wedding photographer.

PNW Wedding, Elopement & Videography Services

Photo and video coverage for weddings, elopements, engagements, and intimate celebrations across Washington, Oregon, and the Pacific Northwest.

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PNW Wedding Photography

Full-day wedding coverage for couples celebrating across mountains, wineries, forests, islands, cities, and coastal venues throughout the Pacific Northwest.

PNW elopement couple in mountain landscape by PhotoYari

PNW Elopement Photography

Intimate elopement coverage for couples planning meaningful celebrations in the mountains, forests, beaches, and national parks of the PNW.

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Wedding Videography

Cinematic wedding films with real vows, speeches, movement, music, and documentary storytelling, planned alongside your photography coverage.

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Engagements & Proposals

Relaxed engagement sessions and surprise proposals across Seattle, waterfronts, forests, mountain overlooks, and scenic PNW locations.

Not sure which coverage fits your celebration best? Share your date, location, and plans, and I’ll help you choose the right photography, videography, or combined photo + video coverage.

Seattle Wedding Photographer and Elopement Photographer

PhotoYari Photography is a Seattle wedding and elopement photography studio serving Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. I capture candid, documentary moments with true-to-color editing and calm guidance for natural portraits. Share your wedding date and venue or city to check availability and get a coverage recommendation.

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Meet Yari — PhotoYari Photography

Calm guidance. Clean composition. Real moments.​

Hi, I’m Yari — the photographer behind PhotoYari Photography. Based in Seattle, I photograph weddings and elopements across Washington and the Pacific Northwest, and I frequently travel throughout the West Coast and Southwest — including Oregon, California, Nevada, and Arizona — for couples who love genuine, documentary-style storytelling. You’ll receive clean composition, true-to-color editing, and an organized experience from planning to delivery.

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Professional coverage • Clear communication • Fast delivery • Web + print files

Weddings & Elopements Across Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is an incredible place to get married – dramatic mountain ranges, evergreen forests, rocky beaches, and vibrant cities all within a few hours’ drive. As a Pacific Northwest wedding photographer and videographer, I travel throughout the region to document weddings, elopements, and celebrations in locations such as:

  • Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma & the greater Puget Sound area

  • Snohomish and Woodinville winery and barn wedding venues

  • North Bend, Snoqualmie & Snoqualmie Pass mountain weddings

  • Leavenworth & the Cascades for cozy alpine and winter celebrations

  • Mount Rainier and North Cascades National Park elopements

  • Olympic National Park, Ruby Beach & the Washington Coast

  • San Juan Islands & Whidbey Island waterfront weddings

  • Portland, Oregon & the surrounding metro area

  • The Oregon Coast – Cannon Beach, Manzanita, Pacific City and more

  • Columbia River Gorge weddings and adventure elopements

Pacific Northwest wedding couple at golden hour resort balcony portrait

A Smooth, Supportive Experience from Inquiry to Album

Your wedding photography should feel easy, organized, and genuinely you. With a background in photojournalism, I blend documentary storytelling with refined portrait direction—capturing elegant portraits and authentic, candid moments that age beautifully. I keep communication clear, timelines realistic, and delivery fast.

PhotoYari Photography documenting an intimate Pacific Northwest wedding

Sarah & Michael

★★★★★

Yari captured our Mount Rainier elopement perfectly. From the planning calls to the final gallery, every step felt thoughtful and easy. The photos are stunning—true to color, natural, and full of emotion. Months later, we still find new favorites every time we look through them. Yari blended in beautifully during our ceremony while still capturing every meaningful moment. Highly recommend to any couple planning a PNW wedding.

Mount Rainier Elopement · 2025

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Emily & David

★★★★★

We booked PhotoYari for our Seattle wedding and could not have made a better choice. Yari was professional, calm, and incredibly skilled at capturing real moments without making anything feel staged. The sneak peeks arrived within a week and the full gallery exceeded our expectations. Worth every penny. If you're looking for a PNW wedding photographer who delivers both quality and an excellent experience, this is your person.

Seattle Wedding · 2025

Outdoor Wedding Portrait

Jill & Jason

★★★★★

Yari photographed our wedding on August 23rd and did a fantastic job! We love every photo. He is worth every penny along with being affordable. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a great professional photographer.

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Jerrid Johnston

★★★★★

Yari at PhotoYari Photography did an amazing job capturing our surprise proposal and engagement photos in Washington. He was professional, thoughtful, and very easy to work with throughout the process. He helped make the experience feel smooth and natural. His work feels timeless, emotional, high quality and he was so much fun to work with. If you are looking for a proposal photographer, engagement photographer, or wedding photographer in Seattle or Washington, we highly recommend Yari and PhotoYari Photography.

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Full-Day PNW Wedding Photo & Video

For couples who want the full story of their day, I offer full–day wedding photography and videography coverage. From getting ready and first look through your ceremony, portraits, reception, and dance floor, my team and I are there to capture both the big, emotional moments and the small, quiet ones that hold your day together. You’ll receive a cohesive set of wedding photos and cinematic films that tell the same story from start to finish.

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Bride, groom, officiant, and dog at outdoor wedding ceremony by water.

Wedding, Elopement, and Engagement Photography in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest

PNW bride and groom wedding portrait on wooden dock by alpine lake

Why Couples Choose PhotoYari for PNW Wedding Photo & Video

You have many options when it comes to PNW wedding photographers and videographers. Here’s what couples tell me they value most about working with PhotoYari:

  • Cinematic, documentary storytelling – a blend of candid coverage and relaxed, guided portraits so you never feel stiff or over-posed.

  • Natural, true-to-life color – editing that keeps your skin tones real and your images timeless, with no trendy filters that will look dated in a few years.

  • Photo and video from one cohesive team – one shared timeline, one creative vision, and a seamless experience for you and your guests.

  • Calm, organized presence – clear direction for portraits and family photos so you spend more time celebrating and less time worrying about the schedule.

  • Experience with Pacific Northwest light and weather – from fog and rain to bright sun, I know how to adapt so your photos and films look beautiful in any conditions.

PNW bride and groom wedding portrait on wooden dock by alpine lake

The Experience: From First Message to Final Gallery & Film

Inquire & Share Your Vision

Tell me about your wedding date, locations, and what you’re dreaming of for your photos and video. I’ll confirm availability and send you recommended PNW wedding photography and videography options based on your plans.

Intimate PNW forest elopement ceremony in Pacific Northwest woodland

Every collection is customized to your location, timeline, and priorities. Whether you’re looking for a PNW wedding photographer, a PNW wedding videographer, or combined wedding photography and videography packages, we’ll build something that fits your celebration and gives you the kind of memories you want to hold onto.

Outdoor wedding ceremony with couple, officiant, lake background, PNW photographer.
Rustic outdoor chapel with wooden cross and log benches in forest.
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