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Based in Severna Park, MD, Atalie Day Photography takes a fine-art and romantic approach to wedding photography. Your special day can be committed to film forever in a collection of photos that lets your true beauty shine. Whether you're nervous or a natural in front of the camera, this expert will put you at ease and help you feel like a star.
Atalie has been photographing weddings for over a decade. With multiple qualifications in photojournalism and fine art photography, she knows just how to tell a story through the artform. While Atalie has been married for almost two decades, she hasn't got any photos to show from her own wedding day. Knowing first-hand how the memories can grow fuzzy, she wants to ensure that couples who work with her will have an album to cherish forever.
You and your partner can begin with an engagement session to get to know Atalie better. An additional photographer can join her on the day, with the pair offering extra hours to snap special wedding moments. Whether you will be saying "I do" at home or abroad, this creative pro can be by your side.
Starting prices may not include all fees a vendor may charge.
Couples usually spend $5,800
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Engagement
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Digital Files
Film Photography
Wedding Albums
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Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
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Atalie Payne
Owner
My name is Atalie, I am the artist presence behind Atalie Day Photography. I live in Severna Park, MD with my three kids, husband of 17 years, and our old pup, Bertie. I tackle weddings with 10 years of photography experience, including a BFA in photojournalism, 9 years with The Capital and thousands of dollars of high-end photographic equipment. Past clients say I'm kind, thoughtful, hardworking, and sincere. Being a wedding and portrait photographer is not a profession I take lightly, my goal is to create a one-of-a-kind wedding album you and your family will treasure for lifetimes to come
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5.0
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Atalie's photography is highly acclaimed for capturing candid and traditional shots beautifully, with attention to detail and a natural style. Reviewers appreciated her professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to understand and tailor to their vision, making them feel comfortable and at ease. Many noted quick turnaround time, stunning results, competitive rates, and Atalie's pleasant demeanor, making her a top choice for capturing treasured wedding memories. Overall, Atalie's dedication, creativity, and talent received high praise, with reviewers highly recommending her for wedding photography due to her exceptional skills and service.
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Danielle I
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5.0
10/02/2024
Atalie was the perfect choice for our wedding! I received so many friends and family telling me how amazing she was from her photography to her overall demeanor. She stayed staying photos for about 12 hours at our venue! It was incredible to see her hard work.
My husband and I placed a lot of value on choosing a great photographer and Atalie was just that. She helped capture the little moments and her eye and editing are unmatched! We were in awe with the fact that she got us back so many previews within 48 hours after our wedding! I couldn't recommend Atalie enough!!
Beth J
5.0
3/26/2025
Atalie is so incredibly attentive, professional, and TALENTED!!!! Our pictures still have me in tears. I created a shot inspiration deck and she made sure we captured every moment. Not only did Atalie (and her amazing second shooter, Barbara) get all of the traditional shots, but she also caught SO many candids that are honestly my favorite!!! Thank you, Atalie, for doing us the honor of shooting the best day of our lives!
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5.0
3/18/2025
Atalie shot our wedding and engagement and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, she was responsive, professional, and truly invested in understanding our vision. She took the time to get to know us and tailored everything to fit our style perfectly.
On our wedding day, she made us feel so comfortable and captured every special moment effortlessly. She has a true gift for photographing candid moments in the most natural and beautiful way. I was able to fully enjoy my day without feeling like I had to constantly pose or be pulled away, yet she was always there in the background, capturing it all.
The turnaround time for our photos was incredibly fast, and we were absolutely blown away by the results. Every image was stunning, and we will cherish them forever. She is also so pleasant to be around and truly made us feel at ease. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also a joy to work with, we highly recommend her!
Meghan H
5.0
1/06/2025
Choosing our photographer was one of the most important decisions we made for our wedding celebration, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very first consultation, Atalie made us feel at ease and truly understood our vision. She went above and beyond in the lead-up to our wedding, preparing thoughtfully for every detail, and her dedication to making our day perfect was clear from the start.
Atalie captured every moment so beautifully, from the candid laughter to the heartfelt vows, and everything in between. Our photos tell the perfect story of our day—each shot feels timeless and authentic. We are so grateful for the way she made us feel completely comfortable and natural in front of the camera, allowing us to truly be ourselves.
Her ability to capture the emotion of the day, the little moments, and the big ones, speaks volumes about her talent and passion. The love and care she put into each shot was evident, and it truly shows in the final images. Our photos aren’t just pictures—they’re treasured memories we’ll cherish forever.
Atalie’s attention to detail, creativity, and the warmth she brought to our wedding went far beyond our expectations. She ensured that everything was perfect and her calming presence helped us feel at ease throughout the day. Thank you, Atalie, for giving us lasting memories we’ll look back on with love for the rest of our lives!
Evan K
5.0
12/31/2024
Atalie and Barbara did an amazing job for our wedding! The entire process was very smooth, and everything was well-communicated. The process started with an introductory call, which was an opportunity for us to meet Atalie and learn about her photography style, and for us to communicate our vision for our wedding. Atalie was very accommodating and even came to our rehearsal so she could locate the best spots to take pictures during our wedding ceremony at our church! The pictures were amazing and timeless, and Atalie did a great job capturing memorable moments during the ceremony, our independent photoshoot after the ceremony, and at our reception! Atalie is responsive, friendly, and very easy to work with and made our wedding day feel extra special! We highly recommend her!!!
Louis L
5.0
12/31/2024
Atalie was an absolute joy to work with. We booked her for an engagement session + our small wedding ceremony. She is super friendly, professional and, most importantly, was able to perfectly capture the love of my wife and I. She has a keen eye for color, setting, and framing, with a clean style and no over processing. She was visibly excited to capture great moments for us and went the extra mile to get the "perfect shot"; her passion for her craft and clientele is apparent.
Our sets turned out even better than we could have hoped for and we received them very quickly. Her rates were also the most reasonable out of the few photographers we contacted. We will absolutely recommend Atalie to family and friends and will reach out in the future for our photography needs!
Sara S
5.0
11/17/2024
Atalie was our wedding photographer, and she was absolutely amazing. We cannot recommend her highly enough! She was so sweet and wonderful throughout the entire process. Communication was always clear and timely, and Atalie made us feel so comfortable during both our engagement and wedding shoots. Her work speaks for itself—our photos turned out beautifully, and she captured our special day perfectly. We will cherish these photos for the rest of our lives. :)
Katie H
5.0
7/18/2024
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Atalie for both our engagement pictures and our wedding day, and she was incredible! The photos turned out beautifully, capturing every detail and special moment of our day. We were thrilled with how quickly we received our pictures, allowing us to relive the day so soon after. Atalie’s kindness and fun spirit added so much joy to our experience, making the day even more memorable. We highly recommend Atalie for any photography needs!
Margette B
5.0
7/01/2024
Atalie is the best!!! We could not be happier with the decision to hire Atalie to photograph our wedding day! As we look through our preview gallery (provided to us within 3 days of the wedding!), every photo is beautiful and exceptional. Her skilled eye and creative direction yield magical photos that perfectly captured our day. But beyond her talent behind the camera, she also is an incredibly lovely, kind person and brings a calming energy that makes working with her feel so natural and easy. We absolutely recommend Atalie to anyone seeking a photographer for their special day!
Megan C
5.0
4/25/2024
I can’t recommend Atalie enough!!! She is unbelievable! Not only does she take the most gorgeous photos, but she is also an absolute delight to work with. She truly goes above and beyond for her clients! She is such a lovely person, a truly calming presence. She made our wedding day so special for my husband and I. Everyone who has seen our photos has been asking for her name. Do not sleep on Atalie. Book her right away!!! I promise, you will not regret it!
Barbara R
5.0
1/25/2024
Atalie was hands down the best wedding investment Sam and I had made. From our original call to get to know her all through the wedding planning to finally the day of the wedding, Atalie was attentive, kind, and patient. She made us feel so special and important and did the same for our family, wedding party, and guests. Atalie will make your wedding a fairy tale in the gallery she creates. I recommend Atalie to anyone a million times over! Hoping to continue to use her in the future, especially as our family grows.
Linden G
5.0
1/08/2024
Atalie did a fantastic job as the photographer for our wedding. She made the entire process so easy and comfortable. She is incredibly nice and immediately put us at ease, as we both felt a little weird and awkward at being photographed. She executed our vision with perfection and the utmost professionalism and the photos turned out so beautiful. We are very happy with our experience.
Gigi T
5.0
12/29/2023
Not only were Atalie’s photos everything we could’ve asked for, but she was easy to get along with, flexible, and always on time. She made our special day feel effortless and captured the best moments!
Pam S
5.0
12/23/2023
Not enough space to describe Atalie - Atalie was prompt, receptive to ideas, quietly took the most amazing pictures, we didn't even know she was there, she caught the most precious moments, her editing was amazing. She is so creative and tossed out beautiful ideas to us in the heat of preparation and celebration. And she was so attentive. When she sensed that we needed help she stepped in and helped us. We will go to her again, and again. And we didn't have to wait 6 months to see pictures either. She sent us a preview within 2 weeks and the fully edited pictures (and there were tons of them), within the next couple months. She was absolutely wonderful! Highly, highly recommend her. Please reach out to Atalie to see our pics - too many to share here.
Lydia W
5.0
11/07/2023
Atalie was so natural to work with, and her pictures are so, so special!! She captured exactly the vibe we were looking for and we loved being on the other side of her camera. 100% recommend for any photography needs!
Destiny D
5.0
11/02/2023
I am not sure where to start. Atalie is just a dream to work with and so is her photography skills. She has captured our engagement and wedding day beyond my expectations. Our entire wedding said how nice she was and how she was just so prepared. You will not be disappointed. BOOK HER!
Ashley B
5.0
10/17/2023
I would recommend Atalie Day Photography in a heartbeat! Not only did the quality of the photos completely exceed my expectations, but she arrived and created beautiful work during a tropical storm. Atalie was so sweet, timely, professional, and went above and beyond on our big day. I am so happy I chose her!
Haley T
5.0
10/17/2023
As a bride, your photographer is arguably the most important vendor you pick! I could not be more positive that I chose the BEST photographer & I truly felt blessed to have her there at my wedding. Atalie is incredibly kind, patient, and she has such a calm demeanor- which is so important on such a chaotic (but fun) day. Not only is she a great person, but she is such a talented photographer. You will absolutely love what she is able to capture & will have memories that you can cherish for a lifetime. Atalie is absolutely amazing & I highly recommend booking her for your big day ❤️
Mallory S
5.0
10/08/2023
Atalie is amazing!! She has such a kind soul and it is reflected in the amazing work she does. From our first conversation to the end of our wedding reception, it was apparent how dedicated Atalie was to capturing our special day. She also managed to share our photo previews, four days after our wedding (unreal!). She was responsive, timely, flexible and so incredibly talented. Atalie traveled to four various locations throughout our wedding day and never missed a moment! The photos from our wedding day are such a beautiful reflection of the day and all thanks to Atalie's skill. She made us feel comfortable and gave suggestions to get the best shots that we will truly cherish forever! Cannot recommend Atalie highly enough!
Jennifer R
5.0
9/22/2023
My husband and I loved having Atalie as our photographer! She is such an easy person to get along with and captured our wedding day perfectly.
Nicole S
5.0
11/09/2022
The day flew by and we were feeling rushed. She did a wonderful job just jumping in and capturing everything. From the first set of photos I received I’m in love with them. I gave her little direction on what was needed and she was able to help us slow the day down by truly getting everything!
Rachel P
5.0
10/13/2022
We could not have been more impressed with Atalie Day Photography! Throughout the wedding planning process, Atalie was responsive to emails and phone calls, provided us with guidance about timing of the photos/lighting, types of photos to consider, etc. She showed up on time to the event, was so personable and lovely to work with, and extremely timely with getting us copies of the photos. Her work is beautiful. We will definitely use her again in the future!
Sierra P
5.0
6/15/2022
Atalie was very professional and brought all of our ideas to life for our special day. She was very patient with our large wedding party and we got all of the poses and pictures that we wanted. The pictures are stunning and we receive compliments on them all the time!
response06/27/2022
Thank you so much!! It was an honor working with you and Brendan! Your wedding was beautif...
ul from start to finish. I'm so happy you love your wedding album!
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