Top 8 Engagement Photographers in Washington D.C.

The capital city of America abounds with culture and history. In Washington D.C. you will come upon an incredible museum or an important historical monument wherever you go. Add to that wonderful parks and open spaces and top-notch restaurants and you get one of the jewels of the East Coast.

It is only natural for such a place abuzz with activity to attract talented photographers willing to help new couples start their lives near some breathtaking architecture and natural scenery.

Ready to start your search for engagement photographers in Washington D.C.? Check out our list below to see some of the top talent in the area.

Mantas Kubilinskas Photography

Mantas Kubilinskas, of Washington D.C., has several awards under his belt, including the Rangefinder Wedding Contest First Place Winner 2018 and Junebug Wedding - Worlds Best Of the Best Engagement Photo three years in a row. In his gallery, he tries to capture each couple’s story and their moments of genuine happiness in an artistic, documentary style.

Although based in Washington, Mantas travels all around the world to shoot weddings and engagements, delivering photos to an online gallery. All his photos are edited and you can also order handcrafted albums and prints.

Kir Tuben Photography

With her work featured in Martha Stuart Weddings and Inside Weddings, and a degree in Photography from Duke, Kir strives to create unique photographs that capture individual love stories. Her engagements and anniversaries packages start from up to one hour of shooting on one location and a digital gallery with download and printing rights.

Kir can even travel around the world if you decide to have your engagement out of Washington. Her style is a combination of classic and natural; her photos often feature the spring blossoms the city is famous for.

Mari Harsan Studios

The team behind this studio consists of Mari Harsan and George Bucur, a married couple who travels around the world to capture love a cinematic style. Mari takes photos that are rich with color, while George is in charge of videography and uses drones to create romantic films for couples from the best angles.

Their work was featured in The Washington Post and The Sun. Mari Harsan's services include digital files, wedding albums, and same-day edits. If you need it, a second camera eye is always available to help out.

Bakerture Photo & Video

Behind the name of Bakerture Photo & Video stands a team of photographers and videographers that shoot documentary-style photos and whose work has been featured in Washingtonian and Capitol Romance. Their mission is to capture couples’ stories in the most organic way possible and they will suggest venues for your photo shoot.

In addition to digital files, they have heirloom offerings, including coffee table albums, custom framed art and gallery wraps, professional prints, and holiday and thank you cards that you can order through their online gallery.

M Harris Studios

With a passion for photography that drove her out of the corporate world and her work published in USA Today and The Washington Post, Michelle Harris Templeton and her team create magazine-worthy photos meant to inspire future generations. The company specializes in photography and videography. Their team will help couples in venue selection, outfit color scheme, and choosing the time of year for their photo shoot.

Harris' photos are made in an artistic style and are delivered in high-resolution. Packages start from eight hours of coverage, a second photographer, a photo album, and a list of preparation advice and planning tools.

Images by Geneva

Geneva Washington is the owner and lead photographer of Images by Geneva, a company with work published in Iconic Bride, Our Love in Color, and Betrothed Magazine. Her photos are made in a traditional style with the goal of couples experiencing lovely memories every time they look at them.

Geneva is based in Northern Virginia, but travels all over the world to shoot engagements and weddings. If your session will be at night or in a dark space, you needn’t worry – she brings lighting equipment with her.

Mason Photography

Mason Photography is a team of three photographers: Adam, the owner, Corinne, and Rob. They shoot photos in a documentary style with an edge, and their work has been published in Washingtonian and Huffington Post. Their mission is to eliminate fear, create connections, and make people feel good about who they are and who they are becoming.

Mason Photography also offers to connect you with vendors who can help serve your engagement or wedding. In your sessions with them, they offer guidance through the entire photo session, with thirty-days of turnaround for your photos.

Sam Hurd Photography

As a photographer, Sam Hurd comes in with a distinct style that is a combination of contemporary and photojournalistic. On his portfolio, he mostly showcases portraits, but also shoots full weddings and engagements. Some of Sam's portrait work include celebrities such as George Clooney and Denzel Washington. He's traveled all over the world for his photo work.

Photographs are delivered in an online gallery, edited and in high resolution. You will also get printing and distribution release, and can even order custom prints from Sam’s professional print lab.

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