Business Details
18 Years
experience
Professional Wedding & Portrait Photography Services
We are a husband-and-wife photography team with over 15 years of experience capturing life's most meaningful moments. Since 2008, we've specialized in wedding photography, having documented more than 700 weddings with a storytelling approach that prioritizes authentic emotions and candid connections. Our Yakima-based studio also extends to family portraits, senior photography, and professional headshots through The Guild Gallery. As educators, we've taught photography fundamentals to aspiring photographers since 2011, sharing our expertise in composition, lighting, and camera techniques. Our commitment to quality extends to custom wall art and heirloom albums crafted in-house using museum-grade materials.With two photographers assigned to every wedding event, we ensure comprehensive coverage of all important details. Our background in both technical mastery and client collaboration allows us to create images that truly reflect each client's unique story. The trust we've built over the years is evidenced by our repeat clients and referrals within the Pacific Northwest community. Our work has been recognized for its artistic merit while maintaining a natural, unposed aesthetic that resonates with modern couples. Through continuous learning and adaptation, we stay at the forefront of photographic innovation while preserving timeless storytelling techniques.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Senior Portraits
Business Portraits
Photography Classes
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have photographed over 700 weddings with 15+ years of combined experience
- All wedding collections include coverage from two professional photographers
- We create museum-quality wall art and albums in-house
- Our team has taught photography fundamentals since 2011
- We specialize in capturing authentic moments rather than staged poses
What people say
Beautiful photos
Professional team
Captured our big day
Great communication
Natural unposed style
Services
Wedding Photography
Our comprehensive wedding photography service documents your entire celebration with artistic storytelling. Two experienced photographers capture ceremony details, portraits, and candid moments while ensuring family dynamics and emotional highlights are preserved. The package includes full-day coverage and coordination with venue timelines.
Family Portraits
Custom family photography sessions focus on authentic interactions and natural expressions. We specialize in creating wall portraits that showcase family bonds through lifestyle photography in various settings. Sessions include professional guidance for posing and coordination of multi-generational groupings.
Photography Classes
Hands-on photography education covering camera fundamentals and creative techniques. Our workshops teach aperture, shutter speed, and ISO management alongside composition principles. Designed for beginners to intermediate photographers using DSLR cameras in practical learning environments.
Senior Portraits
Personalized senior portrait sessions emphasize individual personality and achievements. We combine location scouting, wardrobe consultation, and lighting techniques to create modern portraits suitable for yearbooks, college applications, and keepsakes.
Business Portraits
Professional headshot photography services for businesses and individual professionals. Sessions focus on creating polished, approachable images suitable for websites and professional profiles. We bring portable lighting equipment to your office location for convenience.
People
Tavis & Amy
Founders & Lead Photographers
Award-winning photography duo with 15+ years documenting weddings and families. Certified professionals who have taught photography since 2011. Their collaborative approach combines technical expertise with natural client rapport to create timeless images.
Questions
What's included in your wedding photography package?
All collections include two photographers for full-day coverage, unlimited digital images, and a private online gallery for sharing and printing.
Do you offer photography sessions outside weddings?
Yes, we specialize in family portraits, senior photos, and business headshots through The Guild Gallery studio in Yakima.
How far in advance should we book your services?
We recommend booking 12-18 months ahead for weddings. Portrait sessions can typically be scheduled within 4-6 weeks.
Are you available for destination weddings?
We love traveling for weddings! Yakima-based but available for events throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Do you offer photography education programs?
Yes, we teach Photography Essentials workshops covering camera fundamentals, composition, and lighting techniques for all skill levels.
What sets your studio apart from other photographers?
Our storytelling approach combines artistic vision with technical precision, backed by 15+ years documenting over 700 weddings.
