Madeline & Ryan Get Married at the Woodmark Hotel

Married at the Woodmark Hotel Kirkland wedding venue by wedding photographer JENN TAI

Madeline and Ryan were married at the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa, a wedding venue in Kirkland, on a beautiful summer’s day in front of family and friends. Nothing says classically beautiful than white on white – clean, modern and just breathtaking. Thank you vendor partners! Venue and catering: Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa @woodmarkhotelPlanning and […]

An Ocean-Inspired Wedding Reception at the Admiral’s House

Bride and groom walking through wedding reception tables with their dog, photographed by Seattle Wedding Photographers JENN TAI & Co at The Admiral's House, a Seattle wedding venue.

An Ocean-Inspired Wedding Reception at the Admiral’s House: Flora and Chris, along with some close family and friends, eloped to the Fiji Islands for their wedding last year. When they came home, they threw a big reception at the beautiful Admiral’s House for their community, one that was inspired by their love for the islands and […]

An Opulent Romance Styled Shoot Wedding at the Labour Temple

Wedding styled shoot at Labour Temple wedding venue in Seattle by Seattle wedding photographer JENN TAI

This opulent, moody and romantic wedding at the Labour Temple was an afternoon of food and photography styled by Foodz Catering. Styled by Monea and Davi from Foodz with florals from Wendy of Flora Grand, these folks clearly don’t just do food. Deep hues, rich textures, and candlelit elegance set the stage for a love story wrapped […]

A Colorful Wedding at the MV Skansonia: Sophie and Mitch

Married at the MV Skansonia Seattle by Landmark Events, photographed by Seattle Wedding Photographer JENN TAI

Mitch and Sophie at the most vibrant wedding at the MV Skansonia the summer of 2024. Surrounded by friends and family, this stylish couple showed off Seattle, rainbow and all. I was lucky enough to be invited to photograph their nuptials by none other than Belathee, a studio I’ve admired for the longest time. Thanks […]

A Modern Wedding at Novelty-Hill Januik: Helen & Kai

Bride and groom wedding photos at Novelty Hill-Januik wedding venue in Woodinville by Seattle Wedding Photographer JENN TAI

Helen and Kai had their wedding on a rainy September day but you wouldn’t be able to tell with these photos! We had hoped all day for a window of dry skies but it made for a memorable celebration with a wonderful vendor team that pulled off a beautiful evening of lots of love and […]

Brooke and Austin’s Dreamy Wedding at the Denny Blaine Estate

Bride and groom kiss wedding ceremony at Denny Blaine Estate Seattle by Seattle Wedding Photographer JENN TAI

It was such an honor to photograph the first wedding ever at the prestigious Denny Blaine estate for none other than Brooke and Austin. When their wedding planner Carol Riddle reached out to ask if I would do it, it was a thousand times yes.  Watching this historic property be restored to its former glory […]

Anna and Walter’s Colorful Seattle Asian Art Museum Wedding

Wedding reception t Seattle Asian Art Museum wedding by Seattle Wedding Photographer JENN TAI

Anna and Walter’s Seattle Asian Art Museum Wedding was a celebration to behold! Picking their perfect venue was the first step, and with a vision that’s minimalist yet vibrant, their wedding day vision came to life with the help of their wonderful vendors. They started their big day getting ready at the hidden gem Shafer […]

Ananya & Brandon’s Multi-Cultural Spring Wedding at the Olympic Sculpture Park

Wedding photos at the Paccar Pavilion, Olympic Sculpture Park by Seattle Wedding Photographer JENN TAI

On a sunny May Day, Ananya and Brandon enjoyed a weekend of love and celebration of their love, bringing three cultures together: Filipino, Chinese and Indian. We love how this venue always attracts a diverse mix of couples and families, and of clients who appreciate the unique architecture and art of the space, and combo […]

Barbara & Tex’s Red and Gold Wedding at Saasil Kantenah, Mexico

Wedding Ceremony at Saasil Kantenah Wedding Venue Riviera Maya by Destination Wedding Photographer JENN TAI

On a beautiful sunny April day, Barbara and Tex were wed amongst friends and family on the beach at the dreamy oceanside wedding venue Saasil Kantenah on the shores of the Riviera Maya. Barbara, an architect of Mexican heritage and Lyndon (Tex to his friends and family) from New Zealand, crafted the celebration of their […]

8 Modern Wedding Ideas We Love for 2025

Brooke and bridesmaids and girl friends outside the Sunset Club in Seattle, May 2023

READ TIME: 3 MINUTES If you’re planning your wedding and want it to reflect your personality rather than tradition, these modern wedding ideas for 2025 can help you design a celebration that feels modern, inclusive, and uniquely you. No bridal party, just friends in a color theme: Skip the traditional bridal party lineup and let […]

A Dunn Gardens Wedding: Chris and David

Chris and David's wedding at Dunn Gardens

This beautiful wedding at Dunn Gardens planned by Chambers & Co on a sunny summer’s day in 2017. Colorful, heartfelt, so much fun. Thank you vendors! Venue: Dunn Gardens Florals: Lola Creative Catering: Herban Feast Music: Chris Graves Paper: Paper Moxie Ceremony Music: Sonic String Quartet Cake: The Sweetside Transportation: Butler Rentals: Cort Party Rentals Tent: Alexander […]

5 Tips to Stunning Wedding and Engagement Photos at Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market Seattle engagement photos by Seattle wedding photographer JENN TAI

Read time: About 3 minutes We get a lot of transplants here in Seattle, couples who’ve moved here from other cities and countries and made it their home. As such, we get a lot of requests for engagement and wedding photos to show off their new home. One of these places is none other than […]

Robert & Wilson’s Elegant Columbia Winery wedding

Columbia Winery Woodinville wedding Robert and Wilson (1)

Robert and Wilson’s elegant Columbia Winery wedding was my first at this venue and at their then brand new barrel room. When Robert and Wilson inquired with me a couple of years ago, they’d written in their inquiry the following: “Growing up gay, we never expected to be able to marry the one that we […]

Katie and Joe’s Chateau Lill Wedding

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Every single time I book a Chateau Lill wedding, I am thrilled. This place is a fairy tale, and to have gotten to shoot here twice this year was a privilege. Definitely one of my favorite Seattle wedding venues which I know isn’t really in Seattle, but close enough! The first time I met Katie […]

The Cost of Wedding Photography: Real Talk

Wedding at The Admiral's House Flora and Chris by Seattle Wedding Photographer JENN TAI & Co

I’ve been a wedding photographer since 2007 and this question has been asked of me more times than I can count. Why is Wedding Photography so expensive? Or rather, why are SOME wedding photographers so expensive? When I first started out, this was a question I could not answer. I was new. Even after five […]

Should You Do a First Look? A list of Pros and Cons

Wedding first look at McMenamins Anderson School Bothell WA by Seattle Wedding Photographer JENN TAI 2

When planning your wedding, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is whether or not to do a First Look. It’s the decision to see each other before your ceremony. Over the last two decades (we’ve been shooting weddings since 2007), the First Look has become sort of standard. Still, this is a very […]

Planning Your Wedding Day Fit!

Bride and groom Teresa and Shaun during their wedding portraits

Planning your wedding outfits is an exciting part of your big day, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. Whatever your personal style, ensuring that you and your wedding party look and feel amazing is essential. Here are ten things to consider when planning your wedding wardrobe, each with a focus on how to […]

Katherine and Graeme at Carkeek Park

Carkeek Beach Engagement: Katherine and Graeme engaged in Seattle (18)

How did you guys meet? We met in college through mutual friends. One friend told me for a year that I needed to meet this guy because she thought we’d be great together. It took a year, but finally another friend came to my apartment and brought Graeme with him. We all chatted and then […]