5 Best Photographers in Seattle (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A wedding photographer and a passport-photo specialist solve completely different problems, and Seattle's photographers on this page split cleanly along those lines. Original Weddings Photo & Video has logged 687 Google reviews, the most on this list, while three other names here hold a perfect 5.0 across smaller but no less consistent review bases, mostly built on weddings, headshots, and commercial work rather than one-size-fits-all photography.

Short answer: Original Weddings Photo & Video is Seattle's most-reviewed photographer, with 687 reviews at 4.9 stars, specializing in wedding photography and video. For headshots, Charles Cotugno Photography and Adonis Photography both hold strong ratings, with Adonis specializing in passport and visa photos. None of the photographers here publish flat rates; ask for a current quote based on your session type.

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Seattle's photographers, side by side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Original Weddings Photo & Video	4.9 ★	687	Weddings, full photo & video	View ›
2	Jesse Sieden	5.0 ★	180	Commercial, real estate & events	View ›
3	Tom Ellis Photography	5.0 ★	132	Proposals & elopements	View ›
4	Adonis Photography	4.9 ★	139	Headshots & passport photos	View ›
5	Charles Cotugno Photography	5.0 ★	114	Executive & medical-school headshots	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Original Weddings Photo & Video

4.9687 Google reviews

Original Weddings Photo & Video, formerly known as Sound Originals, is a Seattle wedding photography and videography studio offering multiple package styles, from true-to-life to light-and-airy editing. Reviewers describe receiving over a thousand edited photos along with drone footage and highlight reels as part of standard packages. It is the most-reviewed photographer on this list, with 687 Google reviews.

What people praise

Large teams of photographers and videographers assigned per wedding
Drone footage included as part of coverage
Fast turnaround, with sneak-peek photos often delivered within days
Reviewers highlight strong communication throughout planning

Worth knowing

A larger studio model, so you may not meet your assigned photographer before the day
Best suited to weddings and events rather than solo portrait or headshot work

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume687 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed wedding photography studio in Seattle, and the safest default if you want a large team handling both stills and video for a wedding day.

Website +1844-709-1195 Directions

1700 7th Ave #2100, Seattle, WA 98101

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Jesse Sieden

5.0180 Google reviews

Jesse Sieden is a Seattle-based independent photographer working across weddings, restaurant and food photography, real estate, and events. Reviewers describe hires ranging from Airbnb listing photos to fashion week coverage in Paris, with several noting a direct boost in bookings or sales after using his images. He holds a perfect 5.0 rating across 180 reviews.

What people praise

Wide range of specialties: food, real estate, weddings, and events
Reviewers report tangible business results, like increased Airbnb bookings
Drone photography and video offered alongside stills
Perfect rating maintained across a substantial review base

Worth knowing

A solo photographer, so availability depends on his schedule
Broad specialty range means less of a single-niche focus than some competitors

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating5 / 5

Review volume180 · 93rd

Confidencemoderate

Recency5 months ago

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Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: The most versatile photographer on this list, well suited to commercial work like real estate or restaurant photography as much as personal events.

Website +1206-245-6191 Directions

507 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Tom Ellis Photography

5.0132 Google reviews

Tom Ellis Photography is a solo Seattle wedding and elopement photographer, with reviewers frequently describing him for surprise proposal photography around the city. He works directly with couples on timing and location, including coordinating discreetly for surprise proposals so as not to tip off a partner. He holds a perfect 5.0 rating across 132 reviews.

What people praise

Specializes in surprise proposal photography with discreet positioning
Fast turnaround, sneak peeks often delivered within a day
Personally handles logistics and location scouting with clients
Perfect rating across every review

Worth knowing

A solo photographer, so his calendar can book up during peak seasons
Primarily wedding and proposal focused, not a broad commercial photographer

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating5 / 5

Review volume132 · 83rd

Confidencemoderate

Recency10 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: The clearest specialist here for a proposal or elopement, with a track record of pulling off surprise shoots without couples noticing him.

Website +1425-646-2790 Directions

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Adonis Photography

4.9139 Google reviews

Adonis Photography is a Seattle studio run by photographer Kristin, focused on professional headshots, passport and visa photos, and commercial photography. Reviewers repeatedly mention getting Canadian passport photos done to exact specification, a notoriously strict process, along with fast in-studio printing. It holds a 4.9 rating across 139 reviews.

What people praise

Specializes in passport and visa photos to exact country specifications
Photos printed and stamped on-site in one visit
Comfortable working with young children for family passport photos
Reviewers consistently describe a calm, professional studio experience

Worth knowing

Limited operating hours across the week
Focused on headshots and passport work rather than events or weddings

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume139 · 88th

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: The specialist to call for passport, visa, or professional headshot photos, with a strong track record on the strict compliance details those photo types require.

Website +1206-755-5341 Directions

SPACES Offices, 1201 2nd Ave #943, Seattle, WA 98101

#5🕑 Open 7 days

Charles Cotugno Photography

5.0114 Google reviews

Charles Cotugno Photography is a Seattle studio near SODO run by photographer Charlie, specializing in headshots for professionals, executives, and applicants, along with pet portraits. Reviewers describe detailed prep instructions sent before sessions and a station for last-minute makeup touch-ups. It holds a perfect 5.0 rating across 114 reviews.

What people praise

Detailed pre-session prep guidance sent to clients
On-site makeup touch-up station
Reviewers describe strong editing that looks natural, not overprocessed
Comfortable with nervous first-time subjects, including medical school applicants

Worth knowing

Solo photographer, so booking ahead is worth it during busy application seasons
Studio-based headshot focus rather than on-location event coverage

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating5 / 5

Review volume114 · 73rd

Confidencemoderate

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong headshot specialist, especially for professionals who feel camera-shy, with reviewers repeatedly crediting the studio for putting nervous subjects at ease.

Website +1425-501-9725 Directions

3250 Airport Wy S #509, Seattle, WA 98134

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the photographer’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Seattle photographers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.9 from hundreds of reviews carries more weight than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a photographer cost in Seattle? (2026)

None of the photographers on this page publish flat pricing in the data we collected, and cost varies widely by session type, whether it is a wedding, headshot, or passport photo. Ask each photographer directly for their current package pricing.

Serving all of Seattle

The photographers above work across Seattle, including Downtown, SODO, and studios that travel citywide for weddings and events. Searching for a photographer near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number so you can check availability directly.

What to ask before you hire a photographer

Will the photographer I’m speaking with personally shoot my session?
What’s included in the package: prints, digital files, drone footage?
How long is the turnaround for edited photos?
Does the studio have experience with my specific need, like passport photos or a surprise proposal?
Can I see a full gallery from a recent, similar shoot?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these photographers?

We started from every photographer in Seattle with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which Seattle photographer is best for passport photos?

Adonis Photography specializes in passport and visa photos, with reviewers specifically praising their handling of strict foreign requirements like Canadian passport rules.

What is the difference between hiring a photographer and a videographer in Seattle?

A photographer captures still images, while a videographer records motion footage, often for weddings, events, or commercial promos. Several studios on this page, including Original Weddings and Jesse Sieden, offer both. See our Best Videographers in Seattle page if video is your primary need.

The bottom line

Original Weddings Photo & Video is the safe default for a wedding needing both stills and video from one large team, while Adonis and Charles Cotugno are the specialists to call for headshots and passport photos. Whoever you book, ask to see a full gallery from a session like yours before you commit.

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