Weddings

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Moments made timeless

Weddings

Engagements

Couples

SOLAYA VISUALS

WHERE YOUR STORY BEGINS

Weddings

Engagements

Couples

SOLAYA VISUALS

INTIMACY, ARTFULLY CAPTURED

Weddings

Engagements

Couples

Memories For A Lifetime

CINEMATIC PHOTOGRAPHY & FILMs

For Destination Weddings, Engagements, & Couples


Your story deserves more than documentation — it deserves to be artfully preserved as a visual legacy that grows more precious with time.

YOUR STORY, ARTFULLY TOLD

Photography and filmmaking are investments in preserving life's most meaningful moments.

Whether you're celebrating your wedding day, documenting your engagement, or capturing your love story, our approach focuses on authentic storytelling through thoughtfully crafted imagery. Each service combines our documentary-editorial approach with artistic vision to create visual stories that grow more valuable with time.

While every project is customized to reflect your unique vision and needs, the collections below provide a starting framework for our conversation.

 

Our Wedding Film

 

A perfect example of how your story should be told

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DESTINATION WEDDING FILM

Comprehensive multi-day coverage designed specifically for destination celebrations. This collection documents the complete journey of your wedding experience, from welcome events through the wedding day. Includes a cinematic highlight film and 2+ social reels to preserve the full narrative of your celebration.

from $8000

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CINEMATIC WEDDING VIDEO

Our documentary approach to wedding films captures the emotional narrative of your celebration through cinematic storytelling. The highlight wedding film package includes 8 hours of coverage resulting in a 5-7 minute highlight film and 2+ social reels that distill the essence of your day into shareable, artistic pieces.


Extended coverage and feature-length options available.

from $3500

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ENGAGEMENT FILM

Complement your engagement photography with cinematic motion storytelling. These short films capture your connection in motion, creating unique content for wedding websites, social media announcements, or ceremony preludes. Each session results in a 2-3 minute artistic film that showcases your relationship.

from $2000

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YOUR ESSENCE, BEAUTIFULLY FRAMED


Photography Services

 

Black and white 35mm film beach portrait in Tenerife with rocky coastline, destination engagement photography with minimalist composition

ENGAGEMENTS

from $900

Engagement sessions create an opportunity to build our relationship before your wedding day while documenting your connection in a meaningful location. These sessions yield images for save-the-dates and wedding websites while helping you become comfortable in front of the camera.


Sessions typically last 90 minutes in a location of your choosing, resulting in a curated gallery of 50-70 images that complement your wedding documentation.

 

couples

from $500

 

Couples portrait sessions offer focused documentation for couples or families in destination locations. These sessions are perfect for commemorating special occasions or creating artistic imagery in beautiful environments.


Each couple session includes 90 minutes of photography, resulting in a curated gallery of 35-40 images with personal printing rights.


 

WEDDINGS

from $3000

 

Our signature wedding collection includes 8 hours of documentary coverage, an engagement or pre-wedding session, a curated online gallery of high-resolution images, a 10x10" wedding album, and personal printing rights. This collection creates a comprehensive visual narrative of your celebration with an emphasis on authentic moments and artistic portraiture.


Additional coverage, pritnts, second shooters, and specialty add-ons available to customize your documentation.

 

Our Approach

 

Documentary + Editorial

Using both medium format film and professional digital systems to create a distinctive visual aesthetic that combines timeless quality with technical precision.

Film + Digital Hybrid

Blending unobtrusive observation with thoughtful composition to capture authentic moments within a refined visual framework.

Black and white 35mm film beach portrait of couple running hand-in-hand in Tenerife, Spain, cinematic destination engagement photography

Destination Expertise

Specialized knowledge of location-specific lighting, landscapes, and logistics from Seattle's evergreen backdrops to Tulum's coastal environments.


Visual Storytelling

Creating cohesive narratives that showcase the emotional journey of your celebration through thoughtful sequencing and comprehensive coverage.


FAQ

Do you travel for destination weddings?

Absolutely! Documenting destination weddings is our specialty. Our Destination Collections include travel expenses within the continental US, with custom travel packages created for international celebrations. We arrive 2-3 days before your first documented event to adjust to time zones, scout locations, and ensure seamless coverage throughout your celebration.

Do you help with planning our session?

Yes! We provide comprehensive guidance for all sessions. This includes location recommendations, timing for optimal light, wardrobe consultation, and posing direction that feels natural. For destination sessions, we research permit requirements and timing restrictions in advance. Our goal is creating authentic imagery that reflects who you truly are—whether for portraits, couples, engagements, or wedding-related photography.

What is your cancellation or rescheduling policy?

Your booking retainer (25% of the package price) is non-refundable as it reserves your date exclusively. For cancellations more than 6 months before the wedding, no additional payments are due. Cancellations between 6 months and 30 days require payment of 50% of the total. For date changes, we'll accommodate if available, with a small administrative fee for destination weddings to cover travel rearrangements.

Do you offer digital files, prints, or albums?

All collections include high-resolution digital files delivered through an online gallery with personal printing rights. We offer museum-quality prints through professional labs that are easily ordered through your online gallery. These labs ensure accurate color reproduction and archival longevity. Albums are handcrafted using premium materials with custom design options available. Film negatives are archived and available for future reproductions.

Do you have backup equipment and contingency plans?

Absolutely! We approach every session and wedding with multiple camera bodies, lenses, lighting equipment, and memory cards to ensure technical redundancy. For weddings, we implement comprehensive contingency planning including weather alternatives, timeline buffers, and backup systems for every critical component. Particularly for destination celebrations in Tulum, we arrive early to scout locations, prepare for various lighting conditions, and develop contingency options. This preparation ensures peace of mind and allows us to focus entirely on creating exceptional imagery regardless of unexpected challenges.

What's your approach to combining film and digital photography?

We typically shoot with both film and digital cameras throughout your session or wedding day, selecting the medium that best suits each moment and lighting condition. Film captures create that timeless, rich quality with distinctive colors and grain that many couples love, while digital ensures comprehensive coverage and excels in challenging light. This hybrid approach delivers a cohesive gallery with a consistent aesthetic, giving you the artistic quality of film with the reliability and completeness of digital. All film is professionally processed, scanned, and expertly matched with digital images during editing.

How long until we receive our photos and films?

For wedding photography, you'll receive a curated preview gallery of 15-20 images within 48 hours, perfect for immediate sharing. Your complete collection of edited images is delivered within 6-8 weeks. For wedding films, a 60-second teaser is provided within one week, with the full highlight film delivered within 8-12 weeks. Portrait, engagement, and couples sessions are typically delivered within 3-4 weeks. All images and films are professionally edited to maintain our signature cinematic aesthetic while ensuring natural, authentic representation.


What makes your cinematic approach different from other photographers?

Our cinematic approach combines documentary authenticity with editorial aesthetics. Rather than heavily posing or creating artificial moments, we work primarily as an observer, capturing genuine interactions while providing gentle direction when needed to ensure flattering angles and optimal light. This balanced approach stems from our background in both documentary and editorial work, resulting in images that feel emotionally authentic yet visually refined. We pay particular attention to environmental context, narrative flow, and the interplay of light and shadow to create a complete visual story that evolves from moment to moment.

 

Portfolio

 

Intimate Fremont elopement portrait shows couple's emotional connection in Seattle, an artistic documentary approach to wedding photography
Intimate couple portrait framed by autumn foliage in Seoul, cinematic engagement photography with rich seasonal colors
Seattle spring wedding portrait featuring couple embracing among blooming cherry blossoms, showcasing intimate documentary-style photography
Black and white close-up of best man adjusting groom's boutonnière, cinematic documentary approach capturing pre-ceremony details
Complete wedding party portrait with bridal party and groomsmen in outdoor setting, cinematic rustic Seattle wedding photography on film
Spring engagement portrait with yellow flowers in Seoul, bright natural light photography capturing candid couple moment
Black and white portrait of bride in mirror in wedding dresses, cinematic editorial styling in Seattle venue with dramatic lighting
Maternity portrait at Gold Creek Pond in Seattle, natural light photography with forest backdrop and flowing dress
Cinematic black and white wedding party portrait in Seattle, showing stylish bridesmaids in editorial pose fighting for a bouquet
Handcrafted luxury wedding invitation suite with embossed details and minimalist design for Tulum destination wedding
Tenerife engagement photography capturing intimate moments on black sand beach - SOLAYA destination wedding photographers
Elegant beachfront wedding ceremony arch with natural florals on sand beach in Tulum, featuring minimalist boho luxury destination design
Sunset silhouette engagement portrait with golden sky in Seoul, cinematic couples photography with dramatic backlighting
Bride and groom walking hand in hand on sandy path toward luxury beachfront villa with palm trees and sunlight in Tulum destination wedding
Black and white 35mm film beach portrait in Tenerife with rocky coastline, destination engagement photography with minimalist composition
Black and white maternity portrait at Gold Creek Pond, artistic 35mm film approach showing intimate connection between expectant parents
Black and white film beach silhouette of couple holding hands in Tenerife, Spain, destination engagement photography with ocean backdrop
Bohemian luxury open-air Tulum wedding reception venue with wooden tables, natural surroundings, and elegant decor for destination ambiance
Artistic Seattle couple portrait near Capitol Hill with creative motion blur, urban wedding photography showcasing city's iconic landmarks
Elegant white floral boutonnières with delicate greenery for Tulum destination wedding, styled on dark wood showcasing refined details
Wedding party moment surrounding the bride and groom cheering, cinematic documentary wedding photography capturing authentic celebration
Maternity couple portrait at Gold Creek Pond in Seattle, cinematic 35mm film photography with vibrant sky and warm autumn tones
Black and white intimate Fremont elopement portrait with groom dipping bride in front of Seattle storefront, showcasing joy in urban setting
Intimate forehead touching moment at Richmond Beach in Seattle, engagement photography with soft backlighting
Golden hour kiss portrait with sunlight between couple, cinematic Seattle wedding photography of bride and groom with warm dramatic lighting
Black and white wedding wooden guest book detail with monogram, cinematic styling at Seattle destination wedding
Black and white 35mm film groomsmen detail shot showing suits and formal attire, cinematic documentary style capturing wedding party
Black and white shot of dress hanging from barn doors, cinematic wedding photography showing dress silhouette against rustic Seattle venue
Tulum beachfront wedding ceremony with wooden triangle arch, guests seated on both sides of aisle, turquoise ocean backdrop and palm trees
Elegant white wedding cake with gold accents at Seattle rustic venue, cinematic wedding detail photography with warm ambient lighting
Close-up black and white 35mm film image of couple's hands touching on beach in Tenerife, intimate detail shot with cinematic composition

Let's Plan Your Perfect Session

Have a vision for your photos or film? Contact us to explore how we can bring your ideas to life and create a custom experience tailored just for you.