A bride and Father walking down the Aisle at The Ruins in Seattle, WA
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Photo of a Couple on a deck in Hermosa Beach, California. Bride and Groom reading their vows to one another with the ocean behind them while they laugh together.
Man and a woman walking across the street, in wedding attire, woman is wearing the mans jacket

Seattle Wedding Photographer

Non-Traditional Photography | intimate and Alternative weddings on film + digital

This is Mason

Your *New* Favorite Seattle Wedding Photographer

Hey y’all, welcome to your new favorite corner of the internet.

If you’ve made it here, you’re probably my kind of people – couples who want to celebrate authentically without conforming to expectations that don’t fit your story.

I specialize in urban elopements and micro-weddings for couples in Seattle and beyond who value genuine moments over perfect poses. More than just your photographer, I’m your biggest advocate throughout this whole journey.

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The Mason Joel Experience

Your Vision – not mine

I don’t do templated wedding photography. From day one, we’re building a plan around what feels authentic to you as a couple. I’ll help translate your ideas into a plan that captures genuine moments while making sure nothing feels forced or fake. Think less “wedding photographer checklist” and more “creative collaborator who actually gets your vibe.”

Industry Navigation Made Easy

The wedding world is full of stress, and it is super overwhelming! With 7 years in this business, I know which traditions you can ditch, which vendors will actually support your vision, and how to build a timeline that doesn’t make you feel rushed or overwhelmed. Consider me your insider guide to doing this your way.

Stress-Free Documentation

When your day arrives, I’m not just there taking photos – I’m your hype person, your problem-solver, and your biggest advocate. If something goes sideways, I can handle it. Need help with a boutonniere? come here, let me get that on. My job is making sure you can focus on each other while I capture all the real, unscripted moments that make your story yours.

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Testimonials

Nice Things I Didn’t Pay Anyone To Say

“Mason was the perfect pick for photographing our wedding! He really listened to us when we shared our hopes for the photos. Six months later and the whole album is still a ready source of tears for us.”
Delia + Noel
“Our entire experience was relaxed and enjoyable. When you work with Mason you can’t help but feel natural and at ease.”
James + Ryan
“If there was one right decision we made, it was picking mason as our photographer. He not only took the best wedding and engagement photos, but they were so good that the second comment after, “congrats!” at our wedding was, “I love your photographer!”
Emily + Colin
“mason did an incredible job shooting both our engagement and wedding photos! He made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. He’s thoughtful, funny, and everyone at our wedding was obsessed with him! I cannot recommend Mason enough.”
Nicole + Karsten

How to book mason for your day

Let me tell you EXACTLY what you can expect from me.

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You reach out, we hop on a video call and catch the vibe! This is a great opportunity for you to get a sense if we are a good fit for your special day

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I’ll follow up, send some galleries for you to take a peek at and sense my style, and recommend what you need in terms of coverage

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Once you know I am the right guy for you, you let me know! You get a quote to decide what add-ons and packages you would like to have, and we celebrate with sushi and cocktails

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I’ll send you tips, tricks, and everything I have learned doing this. I am always available and doing my best to help my couples succeed during the planning process

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Pricing & Information

Check out the links below for all of my wedding and elopement details

non-traditional Weddings Begin at $3850 urban elopements Begin at $2500 Engagements Begin at $800 for 1.5 hours

frequently asked questions

Generally speaking, getting a photographer as soon as you decide to go forward with a wedding is best practice. Weddings and Elopements tend to be done in the same seasons, so photographers get booked out pretty quickly!

When you decide to move forward, I am going to send you a contract, and a quote for you to pick and choose what it is you would like for your Elopement. You’ll pay a retainer fee (half of the total) and the rest a month out from the day.

Absolutely I can! When you get me, you’re getting access to my insight from my years of doing this professionally. You don’t have to plan for this day by yourself. I encourage and plan to be part of the planning process from start to finish.

In the contract you’ll sign, the declared turnaround time is 3 months. Due to the general timeline of weddings and where we are in the season, sometimes it can take that full 3 months. Rest assured, I am working to get them to you ASAP.

Hell yes! Second shooters really maximize your coverage. If details matter to you, and you want photos of your friends and family during cocktail hour, a second shooter is clutch. They’ll capture all those moments you’d miss while you’re busy with me doing formal portraits, and you’ll get multiple angles of the same big moments—like your first kiss from two perspectives.

For intimate, low-key celebrations? Probably not necessary. It really depends on what photos will actually matter to you years from now.

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Why I Became A Non-traditional Wedding Photographer in Seattle

Being a Wedding Photographer in Seattle is a joy I have gotten since 2019. The lush evergreen trees, the smell of the Puget Sound on morning walks, and the iconic views of Downtown all harness an endless possibility for your wedding or elopement experience. I am constantly honored to help couples plan and have one of the greatest days of their lives in Seattle. As you browse my site, take advantage of the blog posts below! These are great resources for your planning, and will help you get a good feel for what to think about as you prepare.

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