Seattle Wedding Photographer & Videographer
Documentary wedding photography and cinematic films for couples getting married in Seattle and across the Pacific Northwest. Natural moments, elegant portraits, and true-to-color imagery designed to feel timeless.
10+ Years Experience · 200+ Weddings · 80+ Five-Star Google Reviews · Sneak Peeks Within 7 Days
Full-Day Wedding Photography from $3,500
Luxury Wedding Photography in Seattle
DOCUMENTARY + EDITORIAL WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
Your wedding deserves photography that feels natural, refined, and true to you. As a Seattle wedding photographer, I focus on candid moments, elegant editorial portraits, and true-to-color imagery while guiding you through the day without making it feel staged. PhotoYari serves couples throughout Seattle, the Eastside, Snohomish County, and the Pacific Northwest.
✓ Documentary moments without forced posing
✓ Elegant editorial portraits with gentle direction
✓ Experienced Seattle & Pacific Northwest wedding coverage
Recent Seattle & Pacific Northwest Weddings
Explore real wedding stories photographed across Seattle and the Pacific Northwest.
Like what you see? Let’s make sure your date is available.
What Working Together Looks Like
A simple, guided experience from your first inquiry to your final gallery.
1 — Inquire
Send your date, venue or city, and a few details about your wedding. I’ll reply within 24 hours with availability and a tailored recommendation.
2 — Reserve
Once you’re ready, we’ll complete a simple online agreement to secure your date, followed by your retainer and payment schedule.
3 — Plan
We’ll build your photography timeline, family-photo list, portrait plan, and weather backup together, while coordinating with your planner when needed.
4 — Wedding Day
You enjoy your day while I document the real moments and gently guide portraits whenever direction is helpful.
5 — Delivery
Sneak peeks arrive within 7 days, followed by your complete private online gallery. Wedding films are delivered separately based on your collection.
Why Couples Choose PhotoYari
Timeless color, thoughtful planning, and reliable coverage built for Pacific Northwest weddings.
True-to-Color, Timeless Editing
Natural skin tones, true-to-life colors, and refined editing designed to look beautiful today and decades from now.
Thoughtful Planning & Reliable Delivery
From timeline guidance and family-photo planning to sneak peeks within 7 days, every step is designed to make your experience organized and stress-free.
Prepared for Pacific Northwest Weather
Rain, overcast skies, bright sun, or a dim reception—professional lighting, weather-ready gear, and backup portrait plans keep your photography on track.
How I Photograph Seattle Weddings
Documentary coverage with gentle direction when it matters.
Most of your wedding day, I work quietly and let real moments unfold naturally. When portraits, family photos, or challenging light call for direction, I step in with clear guidance—then step back so the day still feels like yours. The result is a gallery that feels candid, polished, and true to how your wedding actually felt.
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✓ Real moments without constant interruption
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✓ Gentle portrait direction when you need it
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✓ Clean, true-to-color storytelling from start to finish
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Relive the emotion of your wedding day through cinematic films and timeless photography.
Meet Yari, Your Seattle Wedding Photographer
Calm guidance, documentary storytelling, and more than a decade of wedding experience.
I’m Yari, the photographer behind PhotoYari Photography. For more than 10 years, I’ve photographed over 200 weddings and celebrations across Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. My approach is calm and unobtrusive: I document real moments as they happen, step in with clear direction when portraits need it, and help you feel comfortable in front of the camera. My goal is simple—to give you photographs that feel natural, refined, and genuinely connected to the people and moments that mattered most.
Seattle Wedding Locations & Planning Guides
Explore trusted Seattle-area venues, portrait locations, and planning resources for your wedding day.
Seattle & Pacific Northwest Wedding Locations I Know Well
From downtown Seattle venues to mountain, island, and coastal celebrations, I bring location-specific planning experience to every wedding day.
In the City
SODO Park, WithinSodo, Fremont Foundry, Chihuly Garden and Glass, Block 41, Olympic Sculpture Park, The Edgewater Hotel, Pike Place Market, Volunteer Park Conservatory, Discovery Park, Seattle City Hall, and the University of Washington cherry blossoms.
Eastside, Woodinville & Snohomish
JM Cellars, DeLille Cellars, Bastyr Chapel, Medina Beach, and barn, winery, and estate venues throughout Woodinville and Snohomish County.
Mountains, Islands & the Coast
Salish Lodge, Mount Rainier, Leavenworth, Camano Island, Whidbey Island, the San Juan Islands, and destinations along the Washington coast.
What Couples Say About Working With PhotoYari
Real experiences from couples photographed across Seattle and the Pacific Northwest.
80+ Five-Star Google Reviews
Anupriya & Mahdi
Wedding + Engagement Photography
“Mahdi was reliable, professional, and incredibly attentive throughout our wedding day. He captured beautiful candid moments and portraits while keeping us comfortable and relaxed. Our engagement photos and wedding gallery both felt polished, natural, and completely true to us.”
Tessa & John
Seattle Wedding Photography
“Mahdi made us feel comfortable in our own skin and captured moments that felt completely natural. The photos were beautifully polished without looking over-edited, and working with him from engagement session through the wedding was an amazing experience.”
Sydney & Manza
Pacific Northwest Elopement
“Mahdi went above and beyond despite pouring rain and freezing temperatures. He found the best photo opportunities on the spot, kept us positive and comfortable, and delivered beautiful images even in difficult weather.”
Wedding Collections & Pricing
Full-Day Wedding Photography from $3,500
Full-day wedding photography begins at $3,500. Every collection is tailored to your timeline, with photo + video, second-photographer coverage, engagement sessions, albums, and additional hours available. Travel within 90 minutes of Seattle is included, and flexible interest-free payment plans are available.
Seattle Wedding Photography FAQs
Answers to common questions about wedding photography, coverage, planning, and booking with PhotoYari.
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How much does a Seattle wedding photographer cost?
Wedding photography pricing depends on coverage, location, and the needs of your day. Full-day wedding photography with PhotoYari begins at $3,500, with photo + video, second-photographer coverage, engagement sessions, albums, and additional hours available.
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How many hours of wedding coverage do we need?
Eight to ten hours works well for most full wedding days, from getting ready through the major reception moments. Six hours can be a good fit for a single-location wedding with a shorter timeline, while courthouse weddings and elopements may need less coverage.
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Can we add a second photographer?
Yes. A second photographer is especially helpful when both partners are getting ready in different locations, when the wedding includes multiple venues, or when a larger guest count makes simultaneous coverage valuable.
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Do you offer wedding videography?
Yes. Photography and cinematic wedding films can be covered by one coordinated team, keeping your timeline, communication, and visual style consistent. Films can include vows and speeches with clean audio, and drone footage is available when venue conditions and local regulations allow.
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What happens if it rains?
We plan for it. Your timeline can include flexible portrait windows and a covered backup location, and I bring professional lighting and weather-ready equipment for changing Pacific Northwest conditions. Some of my favorite wedding portraits have been created under gray skies and rain.
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When will we receive our photos and film?
Sneak peeks are delivered within 7 days. Complete wedding galleries are typically delivered within 6–8 weeks, and wedding films within 10–12 weeks. Your finished work is delivered through a private online gallery for viewing and downloading.
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Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Once your collection is selected, your date is secured through a signed agreement, with the retainer and remaining balance arranged through a clear payment schedule. Flexible interest-free payment plans are available before the wedding.
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How far in advance should we book?
For popular Saturdays and high-demand wedding dates, booking 10–14 months in advance is recommended. Shorter notice may still be available for weekdays and selected dates, so it is always worth checking your date. Your booking is finalized through a signed agreement and the required retainer.
Check Your Wedding Date & Get Pricing
Tell me a little about your wedding, and I’ll personally reply within 24 hours with availability, recommended coverage, and the best next step.
