Photo Shoots in Olympia, WA

Hey everyone!!! My name is Ariel and I'm a local Covington dog mama, to a 3 and 2 year old boxer mix. I've been in-love with photography for as long as I can remember. I was always taking photos at family functions, school field trips and sporting events. Little did I know that my childhood hobby would turn into a passion which I now have the honor to provide as a service. Originally, my career started in the customer service and hospitality industry; and the idea of being a photographer was always out of reach. Finally, one day it hit me like a ton of bricks. I knew it was time to live and pursue the thing that's always brought me so much joy vs never pursuing it at all. Ever since, I've pored all my heart into build my craft and launching Always Celebrating Photography. My work consists of wedding, event, family, maternity and individual portrait photography. I love collaborating with a few different genres of photography. This has allowed me to advance my skills at a rapid pace and apply those skills across genres in my own unique way. It's not only my mission to provide incredible photos for you to cherish forever, but it's also my mission to help you feel as comfortable and relaxed as possible during a photo session with me. I make sure to understand my clients vision, preference and ideas, so that on game day; you know I've got you covered and we can have an incredibly session! I LOVEEEEE celebrating life's special moments, no matter how big or small. Life and love of all kinds, is always worth celebrating; and I look forward to celebrating, you!

Hi there! My name is Duane and I'm the photographer behind this business. I've been taking pictures professionally since 2020. I specialize in taking photos in tricky natural light where others have trouble. Let's capture your special moments together. Join me in creating images you'll cherish forever — I'm excited to work with you!

CAPTURING YOUR LOVE IN A TIMELESS, VIBRANT, AND GENUINE WAY. I discovered my passion for film photography in high school and pursued my bachelor’s degree in Indiana. I got my start as a second shooter in 2016 with weddings that had upwards of 400 guests. The experience solidified my love for capturing the magic of weddings, and it also led me to my passion for more intimate celebrations. As a result, I made the decision to specialize in documenting the beauty and authenticity of smaller weddings, and I love it. I have a passion for both film and digital photography, and I still use the 35mm camera my mom passed down to me that she has in college. After many years of using it solely for personal projects, I have finally started incorporating film into many of my sessions. Film gives a timeless, unfiltered feel that focuses on savoring the moments as they unfold. In the spring of 2018, I officially made the move to the Pacific Northwest and now call Seattle home. I married the love of my life, Joel, at our own intimate wedding. I have an adventurous yet easy-going personality, and I believe that the key to capturing your special day is to truly connect with you and your partner. I prioritize authenticity above all else, and my approach to photography is to adapt and flow with the natural rhythm of your wedding day

Engagement / proposal fees start at $500, weddings start at $5000. Please note: I ask for serious inquiries only, as Thumbtack charges us for inquires regardless of whether we are hired. Please also do not send an inquiry if my calendar says I am unavailable on the dates you are looking to book. Thank you for being mindful!! My job is to tell your unique love story through photographs. We’ll work together to get the precise aesthetic you’re hoping to have come through in your photos. My work has an artistic undertone to it but aims to be documentary in nature - a lot of candids with some editorial mixed in. If you have an elopement, wedding (big or small), engagement or need for maternity photos - I’m here to document it <3 to work