There is no “right way” to get married. This years couples said their vows in courthouses, in the forest, in museums, at the water’s edge, and in the front yard of mom and dad’s house. Couples wore purple tuxes, black gowns, Tevas, mom’s wedding dress, and one couple this year each wore both a suit and a gown during their wedding day. Weddings can be quiet and sacred. They can be chaotic and loud and feel like a rave, t-shirt canon included.

All of them planned for joy. All focused on love, family and their chosen family.

This is a small glimpse into the love I got to witness in 2025 as a Seattle wedding photographer.  Queer weddings, private vows, mom as officiant, rooftop jam sessions, infinity dance floors, under a chuppah, and above the clouds at a ski resort, there were so many tender family moments and palpable love. 

I’m grateful to every couple who trusted me with their story and invited me into one of the most meaningful days of their lives.

I’m Jenny. I’m a Seattle-based wedding photographer for nerdy, fun, queer, offbeat, joy-forward humans who want their photos to feel real, fun and deeply human.

I work with couples who want inclusive, moment-focused wedding photography, who care about being present instead of performing, and who want their wedding photos to feel like the day.

If you were one of my 2025 couples: thank you. I love you. I mean it. Your excitement for this next phase of life gives me hope.  If you’re planning your wedding and looking for a queer-affirming Seattle wedding photographer who will document your day with candor and kindness, I see you.

If you got all the way here THANK YOU! Cheers to an amazing 2026!

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Alex and Sarah’s wedding day at the Georgetown Ballroom was lovely! This venue is such a gem – the perfect mix of vintage charm and cool industrial vibes. It’s one of my absolute favorite spots, and the surrounding neighborhood gives even more photo spot opportunities.

Sarah was surrounded by her best gals – her mom zipped her up and help put on the veil that she actually sewed for Sarah. Alex shared a toast up in the groom area with his group before heading out to the courtyard to see his bride. After their sweet exchange, we went for a little stroll in Georgetown for some portraits and then met up with their wedding party at the iconic wood doors in front of the venue. We then took the family formals on the patio to avoid the arriving guests.

The ceremony itself was so sweet and Sarah’s mom served as their officiant! The ballroom’s exposed brick and hanging lit lanterns give such a cozy, romantic vibe. The piano interludes and Alex and Sarah sharing their heartfelt vows had everyone tearing up (especially mom!) It was one of those moments that felt so authentic and full of love.

The Georgetown Ballroom’s layout is great – big enough for dinner, dancing, and still plenty of space for all of the mingling. Amy Funbuttons performed an aerial dance in the middle of dinner and poured the champs for the couple and a few choice guests (grandpa was digging it!) Her performance brought big fun to the dinner time and definitely got the crowd ready for the dance floor. Flowers and garter were thrown and the first dances were sweet.

Throughout the whole day, the Georgetown Ballroom staff was amazing. They were so attentive and on top of things, which meant Alex and Sarah could just relax and enjoy every minute.

The dance floor was lit and the room was buzzing with happy vibes. Hugs, laughter, and a whole lot of booty shaking ensued. Alex and Sarah’s wedding wasn’t just beautiful—it was real, joyful, and completely unforgettable.

If you’re planning a wedding and looking for a venue that’s equal parts cool and cozy, the Georgetown Ballroom is where it’s at. Alex and Sarah’s day is proof that with the right space, amazing people, and a whole lot of love, magic really can happen.

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If you’ve hung in with me this far, thank you! Here’s to an amazing 2025 – I hope I see you at a wedding! xo, Jenny

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Hello hello! My 2023 wedding season was filled with lovely couples, some brilliant moments and a ton of joy.  When Kristin saw Mason dancing with her mom, she made the sweetest face…when Megan ‘got’ Royce with the cake…the applause that erupted as Isaac came down the aisle…the mother and son rocking out to tenacious D…I get so excited to catch those moments.   There was a Hallowedding, a baby as best man, taiko drumming, a rainbow flag chuppah and a dog that was so excited to get to the bride that he left his collar mid air.  Oh yeah, there were also a bunch of people in love. That’s the coolest part for sure. Here are some of my most favorite moments of the year!

If you’re still here, thank you so much for taking it all in! I hope it gave a glimpse of the emotion and the fun on these wedding days – 2023 was straight up lovely. Cheers to 2024 and to you!

xo, jenny

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Leah and Daniel – Willows Lodge

Nikki and Andy – Froggsong Gardens

Rachel and Stephen – Edgewater Hotel

Helen and Jonathan – The Corson Building

Kristin and Sam – North Fork Farm

Brett and Elliot –

Kelly and Calder – The Kelley Farm

Jenny and Maribeth – Imperia

Camille and Matthew – Kiana Lodge

Sheila and Nicholas – Edgewater Hotel

Amelia and Brooke – Seward Park

Christine and Mark – The Salish Lodge

Zoe and Dion – Parson’s Garden

Stephanie and Derek – Willows Lodge

Jason and Deb – private residence

Ross and Eric – St. Mark’s Church

Anna and Lili – National Nordic Museum

Julianne and Hayden – Semiahmoo Resort

Aimee and Matt – Dystopian State Brewing Co

Kristen and Cory – Willows Lodge

Vicky and Tyree – Cedar Springs

Nikita and Genny – Seattle Aquarium

Eidin and Don – Sunset Bay Lodge

Sarah and Joey – Willows Lodge

Cathy and Dave – The Georgetown Ballroom

Judy and Yuchi – private residence

Peggy and David – McMenamins Anderson School

Alexis and Sean – Olympic Sculpture Garden

Robyn and Rebel – Sander’s Estate

Kristen and Kip – private residence

Adrienne and Stephanie – Rosario Head at Deception Pass

Cat and Lizzie – Fremont Foundry

Bethany and Clint – The Majestic Inn

Sophie and Alex – Imperia Lake Union

Kate and Alex – Inn at the Market

Sonja and Brendan – McMenamins Anderson School

Margaret and Keith – Skamania Lodge

Maia and Karma – Seattle Courthouse

Heather and Rick – waterfront elopement

Atinna and Dan – Seattle Aquarium

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If you’re still here WOW and thank you! 2022 is going to be filled with good things – CHEERS!

If you’d like to see more, here is the recap from 2020

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I’m so grateful to have documented these wonderful couples on their amazing days. Love is weird, but love still wins – even when it has been rescheduled. Here are some favorite moments from this year in weddings…enjoy!

If you’ve hung out this long, thank you! I am so grateful for the couples that trust me to document their day; to anticipate the moments and to support them on this wedding day they’ve planned for so long. My best day of 2021 was in the Spring, when my kid actually let me take some photos of her. Lastly, thank you Jen Wade for being my best everything and for always having my back. I never knew the feeling of ‘ride or die’ ’till I met her. Life is good. Cheers to 2022!

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Maria and Rockey – these two lovebirds came all the way from Arizona to get married at a family property in Auburn – the weather was gorgeous and this group was a ton of fun.

Maria gave her folks the first look and then we headed up the hill to see Rockey – these two are so easy with each other and so very in love…

their crew joined in on the fun soon thereafter – big group – all groovy…

after some family photo fun, it’s ceremony time!

officiated by one of Rockey’s best friends, there were a few tears, but a ton of laughs…

that view right?!

party on!!

donuts, shot glasses and a few bottles on every table – the dance party was lit!

wonderful day!

canlis wedding – maria and justin!

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Eloping in Seattle is such a special way to celebrate your marriage. Without the added pressure or expense of a large wedding, you can customize your elopement to match your unique style. 

And Seattle is the perfect place to elope! From a moody, rainy drizzle with luscious green backdrops to the sparkle of sunshine reflecting on Puget Sound, Seattle can match whatever your vision is for your special day. 

I’ve photographed over a hundred elopements in Seattle and seen exactly what works. If you need an experienced elopement photographer who will cheer you on (and even be a witness if you need one!), I’m your gal! 

5 Steps for Eloping in Seattle

Here are all my best tips for eloping in Seattle, including my favorite locations and vendors. 

1. Consider the Right Season for Your Seattle Elopement
2. Choose a Beautiful Seattle Elopement Location (Mountain-Scaling Not Required)
3. Hire Experienced Seattle Elopement Vendors
4. Apply for Your Marriage License
5. You’re Ready—Time to Get Married!

Consider the Right Season for Your Seattle Elopement

Seattle is known as the Emerald City, but all that rich greenery comes with a price: rain. 

Seattle only averages 37” of rain each year, but it’s spread over about 85 rainy days. We get the most rainy days from September to May. If you want the best chances of a rain-free wedding, June through August are the prime months. 

Thankfully, most of the rain we get in Seattle is just a drizzle or sprinkle. As a Seattle elopement photographer, I’ve shot lots of weddings with a bit of drizzle, and they were so fun! Clear umbrellas are a cute accessory to add to your packing list, just in case. 

June, July, and August are also the warmest months in Seattle. Average temperatures in the summer months are in the low 70s. The other months are a bit colder, so if you’re considering an outdoor wedding, you might consider having a wedding coat or jacket in addition to your wedding attire.

Choose a Beautiful Seattle Elopement Location (Mountain-Scaling Not Required)

Regardless of the weather, Seattle provides a gorgeous backdrop for elopements. And trust me, you don’t have to scale a mountain or hike into the woods to have a beautiful elopement celebration! Here are some of my favorite Seattle & Washington elopement locations:

1. Snoqualmie Point Park (Snoqualmie, 30 minutes East)

Just 30 minutes East of Seattle, Snoqualmie Point Park is full of typical Pacific Northwest pines and offers views of the Cascade Mountains and Snoqualmie Valley. It’s a beautiful, quiet place for an intimate elopement ceremony. 

See Arielle and Kevin’s elopement at Snoqualmie Point Park

2. Alki Beach (West Seattle)

West Seattle’s Alki Beach is a beautiful waterfront spot for elopement ceremonies. Couples love having the Seattle skyline as the natural backdrop for their special day! 

Alki Beach also has another small ceremony gem: Salty’s on Alki. Their intimate special events rooms all have waterfront deck access, and their catering is top-notch.

See Willie & Traci’s real Seattle elopement at Alki Beach!

3. Olympic Sculpture Park (Downtown)

For couples wanting a unique architectural space, the Olympic Sculpture Park is an excellent downtown Seattle elopement location. 

The Olympic Sculpture Park is also very close to the Seattle Cruise Port! You can fly to Seattle for your elopement and then hop on a cruise to Alaska for your honeymoon. 

4. Willows Lodge (Woodinville, 30 min Northeast)

Willows Lodge is tucked away in Woodinville, a 30-minute drive from Seattle. It has several spaces perfect for micro-weddings, along with a lawn area that’s perfect for post-ceremony games, a spa, and beautiful post-wedding accommodations. Plus, Woodinville is home to 100+ wineries. 

5. Volunteer Park (Capitol Hill)

Volunteer Park has several beautiful areas for intimate elopements. The Volunteer Park Conservatory’s glass greenhouse is particularly pretty, with its warm atmosphere and greenery. 

6. The Charter Hotel (Downtown)

The Charter Hotel has a beautiful rooftop deck at their bar, the Fog Room. The interior is gorgeous, too—especially the cozy seating areas where you can sign your marriage license post-ceremony. It’s just two blocks from Pike Place Market. 

7. Salish Lodge (Snoqualmie, 30 minutes East) 

With gorgeous views of Snoqualmie Falls, Salish Lodge hosts lots of intimate elopement ceremonies. They even have specific packages for elopements and micro weddings that include accommodations for the newlyweds. 

Hire Experienced Seattle Elopement Vendors

Even though eloping is a more intimate and casual way to celebrate your marriage, there are still a lot of details to plan! With many years of experience in the Seattle wedding industry, I know so many vendors personally—and I love recommending ones that match my clients’ tastes and needs. 

Here are some of the vendors I know that are always a hit: 

Officiant: AnneMarie Juhlian

Annemarie is one of my very favorite people to collaborate with for elopements in Seattle. Her warmth, attention to detail, and ability to create tailored ceremonies for each couple is astounding. Best of all, Annemarie and I have collaborated on dozens of elopements. You can see her in many of the photos in this post! You can learn more about Annemarie on her website, https://marriedbyannemarie.com/. 

Hair and Makeup: OffWhite Makeup & Beauty

Megan and her team of stylists produce stunning results for anyone in the wedding party. They always bring out the natural beauty of each bride, groom, and wedding party. You can see lots of weddings I’ve photographed with OffWhite Makeup and Beauty here, and check out their website at https://anoffwhiteseattle.com/. 

Florals & Decor: Aría Style

John and his team create beautiful, luscious floral arrangements, along with larger-scale event planning and decor. You can learn more about their services at https://ariastyle.com/. 

Florals: Fena Flowers

Paula of Fena Flowers designs bright and cheery bouquets for her clients. They add such a gorgeous touch to elopement ceremonies! Learn more about Fena Flowers at https://www.fenaflowers.com/. 

Best Seattle Elopement Photographer: Jenny GG

Hey, that’s me! As a Seattle wedding & elopement photographer, I’ve had the joy of photographing over 600 weddings in Seattle, from massive shindigs with hundreds of guests to intimate, one-of-a-kind elopements with just the couple, me, and their officiant. 

My goal is to help you see yourself in the same way your loved ones see you. Click here to get in touch with me!

Apply for Your Marriage License

Once you’ve chosen your season, booked a location, and found your perfect team of vendors, you’re ready to make it legal!

There’s a three-day waiting period on marriage licenses in Washington State, so don’t leave this until the last minute. Once issued, marriage licenses in King County are valid for 60 days. 

You can apply in person or by mail. If you’re coming from out of state, a mailed application is easiest, but it does require a notarized application. If you’re in Washington State but not in King County, you can get a marriage license closer to home. 

You’re Ready—Time to Get Married!

With all the details in place, you’re ready to celebrate your special day. If you have any questions about eloping in Seattle—or you’re just looking for an elopement photographer to capture it all—be sure to contact me! 

Get Inspired: Real Seattle Elopements

Here are some favorite Seattle elopements and small weddings for you to check out!

hidden lake wedding – leavenworth – breanna and austin!

willows lodge wedding – gina and rik!

elopement ceremony on lake washington – j & h!

a wedding at belmont lounge seattle – mary and jeremy!

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Sam and Zach’s wedding day at McMenamins Anderson School in Bothell was all things sweet, relaxed and yum (two words – tater tots).

Zach’s reaction to Sam was the perfect way to start the day…

we went for a little stroll around the property and then met up with family for a lot of laughs…

off to the ceremony!

party on!

tater tots for the win

i’ve always wanted to hang out with the cool kids on the school’s front steps…

ending the night with that light couldn’t have been better – thank you so much Sam and Zach!

venue/catering – mcmenamins anderson school

hair – bristle and strand

floral – the bothell florist

want to see another small wedding? check out Bec and Dulce’s beautiful day!

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