Incredibly professional and amazing work. Perfectly captured our wedding day so that we can look back on it for years to come
Callie W.
5.0
Jon and the Formosa Weddings team were amazing to work with, and they did a fantastic job capturing our day.
What stood out to me was how willing Jon was to learn about our stories both as a couple and as individuals. This helped him get a better sense for who we were as people, so that he understood what was and wasn't important to us and for our day.
His attention to detail and his genuineness as a human being made him such a joy to work with, and we highly recommend him to any couples looking for a photographer who cares about you just as much as he cares about getting great photos (which he does)!
Kent S.
5.0
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AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Seattle, WA, Formosa Weddings offers wedding photography for intentional couples who value emotionally honest storytelling over fading trends. My approach is guided by authenticity — focusing on real connection, genuine emotion, and the quiet in-between moments that make your story uniquely yours.
Rather than chasing trends, I aim to create imagery that feels timeless, true, and deeply personal. Every frame is crafted with intention — from the way light falls across your ceremony to the laughter shared long after the vows.
Serving couples throughout Seattle, the PNW, and beyond, I specialize in heartfelt, story-driven wedding photography for those who want their memories preserved with meaning and soul. Whether your celebration unfolds in a garden, by the coast, or across the world, my goal is simple: to document love as it truly is — honest, enduring, and beautifully human.
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Jon
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There's no greater day of celebration and excitement than your big wedding day, and I want to celebrate with you. Behind every wedding is a deeply intimate story that deserves to be properly captured, with all heartfelt emotions. no filter. I love a good story about relationships and connections with your closest friends and family, and photography is how I capture and tell those stories.
Whether you're looking for an intimate elopement, or a grand wedding day, I will be there to capture it all through my authentic, clean, and natural photographic style.
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Reviewers praised the photographer as professional, personable, and attentive, helping couples feel comfortable and reducing stress. They highlighted creativity, a strong eye for detail, and an unobtrusive, journalistic style with helpful posing and timeline planning. Photos and editing received high marks with quick turnaround, and many strongly recommend hiring them.
Callie W
5.0
8/14/2026
Incredibly professional and amazing work. Perfectly captured our wedding day so that we can look back on it for years to come
Kent S
5.0
6/22/2026
Jon and the Formosa Weddings team were amazing to work with, and they did a fantastic job capturing our day.
What stood out to me was how willing Jon was to learn about our storie...
s both as a couple and as individuals. This helped him get a better sense for who we were as people, so that he understood what was and wasn't important to us and for our day.
His attention to detail and his genuineness as a human being made him such a joy to work with, and we highly recommend him to any couples looking for a photographer who cares about you just as much as he cares about getting great photos (which he does)!
Response from Formosa Weddings on 06/23/2026
Thank you so much Kent for the kind words! I am so pleased I was able to visually tell you...
r story and was a joy to work with. Congrats once again!
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Dani S
5.0
8/19/2025
Jon captured our big day beautifully and his editing is amazing. We just did a small ceremony and he was able to capture so much of the emotion in the room. He also turned around o...
ur pictures super quickly! Everything was great. Would absolutely recommend.
Response from Formosa Weddings on 08/19/2025
Thank you so much Dani for the words! I'm glad I was able to capture the emotion in the ro...
om. Your ceremony was so intimate and heartfelt!
Ashley N
5.0
8/15/2025
We hired Jonathan for wedding photography, and he was easy to work with and very organized. He visited and researched the venue (Seattle Aquarium) and lighting on his own (no flash...
by the fish, dark interior), and proactively setup meetings and reminders. We had never hired a photographer for a large event before, and Jonathan explained what shots would work best and timing. Jonathan worked with an associate photographer to shoot the wedding, which went very smoothly, and then Jonathan did the final editing. The photos turned out great and we received them a few weeks after the wedding.
Valerie C
5.0
11/18/2024
Jonathan was fantastic to work with for the entirety of our wedding weekend. The photos were one of the most important parts of the wedding for us, and even though we had so many i...
terations of the different group pictures that we wanted to take, Jonathan was extremely patient with all of us and captured every picture that we wanted and then some. He was extremely detailed oriented and he knew all the great poses that we should make. Even prior to the big day, we really appreciated that he went over the entire timeline with us and really spoke to us about what we wanted, yet on the day of was also flexible and incorporated more pictures that we didn't even realize we would want. Jonathan definitely works hard and takes wonderful pictures—we could not be happier with his work and would definitely hire him again if we had another major event in Seattle!
Alex A
5.0
10/21/2024
We couldn't be happier with our experience with our wedding photographer! Jon's flexibility and adaptability made the day run smoothly, and he truly has a gift for making everyone ...
feel comfortable in front of the camera. He helped ease the nerves of our first-time photo shoot, allowing us to enjoy every moment and always made sure we got the photos that we wanted. We highly recommend Jon for anyone engaged and looking for a photographer who will make the experience enjoyable and memorable!
Ron D
5.0
8/06/2024
My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Jon for our engagement photoshoot and after the incredible engagement shoot, we booked Jon for our wedding photos. We couldn't be hap...
pier with the results and glad we booked with Jon! From start to finish, Jon was not only professional but also incredibly friendly, easy to work with, and wore multiple hats throughout our wedding planning.
Moreover, Jon made us feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the entire process and taking the time to learn more about our expectations and how Jon can help us with our big day. Jon's immense experience and efforts translated into natural and genuine moments captured on camera. The photos were not only stunning but also delivered promptly.
I highly recommend Jon for anyone looking for a talented photographer who not only has an eye for creativity but also possesses the professionalism and friendliness that make the entire experience enjoyable. Jon went above and beyond to make sure our special day went as planned and was flexible + patient with our needs. Thank you again!
Dylan M
5.0
7/11/2024
Jon was truly wonderful to work with! He shot our engagement photos and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. Jon was very responsive, helpful with posing suggesti...
ons, and overall made the experience super seamless
Alexa K
5.0
7/09/2024
Jon is a wonderful photographer who brings a fun energy to the shoot. We were fortunate to have won an engagement shoot with him and he went above and beyond for my fiance and I. W...
ithin two weeks, we got our photos back and they came out beautiful. We love his unique editing style. He also introduced us to some other wedding vendors which was a big help for us during the planning process.
Robbie L
5.0
6/30/2024
We were recommended to Jonathan by a friend and we were happy we selected him as our wedding photographer. In our video calls, he took time to get to know us and to learn what was ...
important to us. We didnt want our wedding day to feel like a photo shoot and preferred a journalistic approach.
Before the wedding, he provided a very helpful guide to prepare us for the big day. He was prompt in his email communications and we appreciated the attentiveness he gave us.
During the wedding, he was good at being inconspicuous while taking photos. For most of the day, we didnt realize he and the second photographer were there! We gave him the nickname “Photo Ninja”! This allowed us to fully be in the moment and enjoy our wedding.
Jonathan revealed the finished photos about a month after the wedding. We were very satisfied with them. There was a mix of group photos, journalistic photos of the ceremony/reception, still photos of decorations, and candid photos of the wedding party and guests. He did a great job of capturing the memories from the wedding.
Overall, we are very pleased with Jonathans work. He was accommodating and flexible to fit our needs and budget. He was friendly and easy to talk to. We would recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer.
Anna S
5.0
6/29/2024
My fiancé and I had a great time at our engagement session with Jonathan at Terra Valley farms. He coordinated a beautiful shoot for us with multiple vendors including a wedding ve...
nue, a florist, a hair and makeup artist, a mobile barber and a professional dog walker! He made us feel so special during our shoot. It's not easy to be photographed and he eased all of our fears. He made taking pictures fun and easy! We tried an awkward pose but by the end of it we were all laughing and the photos turned out great. He has a great eye for detail and is very creative. His style is bright and natural. Nothing ever felt stiff or posed. I’d definitely recommend Jonathan for an engagement shoot, wedding photos or any other special moment!
Barbara H
5.0
6/14/2024
Jonathan did an amazing job with our photos. The whole experience from a meeting before to consult about how we wanted the day to go, to easy to follow direction and advice on how ...
to get the best possible pictures on the day. Jonathan is competent and quick but also laid back and helped us take the stress off what is already a very stressful day.
And then the photos turned out truly special. Even on an overcast day he was able to create some beautiful photos that will last a lifetime for us. He had ideas for poses and framing but also gave us space to do what felt natural. We would LOVE to work with him again. Cannot recommend him enough.
Patricia D
5.0
5/15/2024
We contacted Jon just three days prior to our elopement, he responded the same day. Our courthouse wedding was scheduled for noon on a weekday, so luckily Jon could accommodate us...
. Jon was professional and responsive to my emails and texts from start to finish.
What stands out the most for us is Jon’s creativeness, he is a talented artist. Jon has an aptitude for scoping out a location on the spot for unique and beautiful photo opportunities.
Thank you, Jon! We look forward to working with you again.
-Dan & Patti
Ashley B
5.0
4/16/2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful pictures and your fantastic work! We are really pleased with the outcome and how authentically you captured our special day.
Despite the weath...
er, there was good fun to capture and you did it in the most amazing way!
If you’re looking for a photographer, I would recommend Jon for your special event photos.
Response from Formosa Weddings on 04/16/2024
thank you so much Ashley for the words! Congratulations again!
test t
5.0
2/19/2024
WoW!
Cosmina I
5.0
2/15/2024
Jonathan made my wedding experience so much more fun and easier! I am not very good at thinking of poses for pictures, but he made us feel comfortable and worked very well with Nis...
ha, our videographer. They played well off each other with ideas for how to make our session worthwhile. Jon's photos turned out beautiful and captured well the range of emotions of our big day. We had a range of photos from the getting ready part to an outside photoshoot, to first looks, and even though I did not completely know what I was looking for he helped me create an overall beautiful picture of our special day. Even though things didn't go as planned, Jon and Nisha had patience with us and prioritized mine and my husband's special moments. I would highly recommend Jon for your event.
Lindsey B
5.0
2/07/2024
Jonathan did an amazing job with my last minute elopement photos. I decided to plan a wedding in a month because we had family coming to town and he was on board after I had 2 sep...
arate photographers commit and then cancel. It was a stressful time but he captured amazing photos and had them to me in less than a week! Would highly recommend and use him in the future
Response from Formosa Weddings on 02/22/2024
Thank you so much for the thoughtful and kind words Lindsey! So glad I was able to help yo...
u during your stressful time. I had such a great time capturing your big day! I wish your family all the best!
Rachel Y
5.0
2/03/2024
Jonathan was fantastic! He shot our engagement photos for us and we were so pleased we hired him for our wedding. I am absolutely thrilled and pleased with him on the day of our we...
dding. He was punctual and was in the right place at all times of the day, never missing the right moment to capture. He has such an eye for great shots! We loved the all photos he sent us! Would definitely recommend Jonathan! Can’t wait for him to capture future life moments