Katelynn Kay Photography

PNW Wedding Photographer

Tacoma and Seattle Area

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4.8

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Photographer

Seasoned with weddings

Capturing memories

I can't believe how amazing Katelynn was on our wedding day! We were so happy she was such a big part of our day and capturing all the big and little moments. We only have the first look pictures back but that is just a sneak peak of how fantastic all the pictures are going to look! She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and we could be ourselves. She gave us direction in poses and what she wanted from us. She was soo personable and we appreciated that. We can't recommend her enough!!

Kerry A.

5.0

Katelynn was an amazing component of our wedding day. She was very communicative both before, during and after the wedding. She is personable, funny and made us feel totally comfortable while taking photos. Not to mention.... the photos were amazing and exactly what we were hoping for. She also delivered the finished ones in less than 2-weeks!! It was so cool getting to come home from the honeymoon with photos already in hand. We 100% recommend her and would book her again ourselves for other portraits in the future.

Katelyn S.

5.0

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Hey, I'm so stoked you stopped by! Katelynn Kay Photography is a Tacoma, WA-based company providing wedding photography services. Hi, my name is Katelynn, and I am a Wedding Photographer in the Seattle/Tacoma area. A few things about me! 1: I am a momma of 2 boys under the age of 5! YIKES! (and they are CRAZY) 2: I have just transitioned from active duty Air Force to my dream job; Full-Time Wedding Photographer 3: I absolutely love being able to create the stories of couples' love. Whether that be my couples who love burritos to those who love to travel, I'll always find and capture the couple's true colors. My style of photography is a combination of warm and bright and dark and moody. I started my photography journey in Arizona and have carried over those traits to the great PNW! I am a born and raised Washingtonian and have traveled all around the state. So… Why choose me? Well, I am the kind of person that makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera. I know that sometimes getting photos taken, especially when you're all dressed up, can be intimidating. But I know just how to make you laugh and get that authentic smile out of you and your partner! Little funny and quirky prompts that will break the ice make all the difference. I am dedicated to making your vision come to life at an affordable price. Learning from each couple, I have grown into a photographer that is confident in her work, as well as one that values the feedback that I get from clients. Photography is such an evolving craft, and tastes and “styles” come and go. I am dedicated to learning what your photographic taste is and making the images that you get ones that you will cherish for a lifetime. Last but not least, BIG CONGRATS on your engagement, and CHEERS to the wedding planning! Don't stress, be excited, and let's make this day one of your dreams!

Veteran-owned and Woman-owned Business

2+ years in business

Speaks English

Just me

Details

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Photo Shoot Types

Boudoir

Bridal Portraits

Engagement

Trash The Dress

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Photo

Printed Enlargements

Printed Proofs

Same-Day Edits

Second Shooter Available

Social Media Sharing

Wedding Albums

Photo & Video Styles

Artistic

Classic

Documentary

Lifestyle

Modern

Vintage

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

Awards and Affiliations

2024 'Best of Weddings'

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Katelynn Kay

Owner

Born and raised in Washington State! I joined the Air Force and then realized my dream job was wedding photography...so here we are! WHOOP WHOOP!

4.8

out of 5.0

14 reviews

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Reviewers call the photographer professional, personable, and communicative, making couples comfortable and delivering beautiful, well-edited photos quickly. She handled a last-minute illness by providing a prepared substitute who followed preferences, showing reliability. Minor feedback asked for more varied poses for less-photogenic couples.

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Dennis L

10/16/2024

Wedding photos were delayed 2 months, we had to hound Katelynn for her to send them. Her lack of communication was a bit unsettling. Bummed because she seemed like someone we would...

have worked with for future photo sessions. Photos came out nice though.

Kerry A

10/07/2024

I can't believe how amazing Katelynn was on our wedding day! We were so happy she was such a big part of our day and capturing all the big and little moments. We only have the firs...

t look pictures back but that is just a sneak peak of how fantastic all the pictures are going to look! She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and we could be ourselves. She gave us direction in poses and what she wanted from us. She was soo personable and we appreciated that. We can't recommend her enough!!

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Katelyn S

10/15/2023

Katelynn was an amazing component of our wedding day. She was very communicative both before, during and after the wedding. She is personable, funny and made us feel totally comfor...

table while taking photos. Not to mention.... the photos were amazing and exactly what we were hoping for. She also delivered the finished ones in less than 2-weeks!! It was so cool getting to come home from the honeymoon with photos already in hand. We 100% recommend her and would book her again ourselves for other portraits in the future.

Nicci T

10/03/2023

Katelynn is an amazing photographer! She was excellent in response time when I had questions and arrived early on the wedding day. I love the way she posed us and she captured the ...

day beautifully! She was open to my ideas and was a trusted vendor on a day where you are juggling 100 things. Her editing is incredible which was my biggest concern when picking a photographer, I have seen great photos at weddings but the editing was always off and grainy looking. I am happy with every single photo she took and was super quick in getting them back to to me! My only feedback would be maybe more poses of different angles and how to look like you’re not trying to just stand and smile for people who aren’t “picture” people like my husband and I, but if you’re having a hard time choosing a photographer you cannot go wrong with Katelynn!!

Megan D

9/07/2023

Katelynn was an amazing photographer for our engagement shoot and wedding day! She was quick to respond, has a beautiful photography style and was kind and great to work with. Kate...

lynn brought a positive energy to our wedding day and everyone enjoyed having her be a part of the party. I would definitely work with Katelynn again in the future and would highly recommend!

Alicia H

8/17/2023

I cannot recommend Katelynn enough. She’s a phenomenal photographer both professional but FUN. She knows what she’s doing and makes you smile and feel so comfortable along the way....

She was incredible the entire time leading up to the wedding and day of she went above and beyond. We had so many compliments from guests and she brought a beautiful spark to our day with a beautiful product. She thought of things we didn’t even think of. PLEASE HIRE HER. I’ve heard so many stories about other photographers not doing well and not following through and it’s not something you want to mess around with. Katelynn is a guaranteed win. Thank you to the moon and back!!!!

Carly W

8/15/2023

I could never have anticipated just how incredibly talented Katelynn is and how flawlessly she executed our wedding day. Katelynn joined us while we were getting ready, capturing b...

ehind-the-scenes moments, preparation details, and more. Amidst my own preparations, she required no direction to begin. Making the process of taking photos so effortlessly, she managed to create an atmosphere of ease and had us laughing throughout the entire evening. She seamlessly blended into the festivities, adding to the overall enjoyment of the event. One aspect that I truly appreciated about her was her ability to efficiently organize posed photos with family and the wedding party. This allowed us to swiftly transition to our celebration. This was particularly important to me, and she not only understood this but executed it perfectly. The photos she took were nothing sort of amazing. They were different, fun, and had everyone raving at the end result. Katelynn's turnaround time was truly impressive. She shared a few pictures with me on the very same night, followed by a couple more the next day. By the time we returned from our honeymoon, we had received the entire collection. Katelynn goes above and beyond with her professionalism, communication, and skills. We feel incredibly lucky to have found Katelynn to document the most important day of our lives.

Terina B

8/09/2023

Katelynn was great from start to finish. She was very responsive, on time, and efficient. The energy she brought was top notch. Now for her photos!! She got most of my photos to me...

less than two weeks after my wedding (typical wait time is 4-6 weeks) and they are STELLAR, absolutely perfect! Her edits are light and airy leaving such a natural feel to them. I cannot express enough how amazing she is. 10/10 would recommend to anyone getting married or for any special occasion. WOW!

Natashia L

6/30/2023

Katelynn was absolutely amazing. We had a small micro wedding in Forks and her husband joined. They both had such great personalities that just vibed with the whole group. She was...

flexible with her package and since we are from Maine and wouldn't be in WA for an engagement shoot she suggested a post wedding shoot for the same price or to reduce the package to exclude that service. We woke up the day after and headed to the Hoh Rainforest for a perfect adventure wedding shoot in the NP. She was so quick to return photos and send previews to share while we waited for the rest. 10/10 would recommend her to anyone!

Hanna K

4/22/2023

Katelynn was wonderful to work with! She was very responsive in her emails and calls, arrived at our venue early, and was flexible with us when we realized we needed her to be the...

re for longer than we originally booked. Katelynn emailed me several photos on the day of the wedding as little sneak peaks, which was so great! One week later we already have a handful of photos ready. Can't wait to see the rest of them. She is very nice, has a fun personality and has creative ideas that result in really great photos! I would highly recommend Katelynn for any event in need of a photographer!

Response from Katelynn Kay Photography on 05/26/2023

AWW Thank you so much!! Your wedding was ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!

craig p

12/30/2022

Katelynn's work speaks for itself, but what makes Katelynn truly amazing is her incredible personality! She makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera and she is always s...

o happy and gracious no matter what. She was able to handle difficult situations with ease and not miss a beat. Never a sigh or an eye roll, always a smile and a laugh! Not only is her personality special but her photos are as well! The pictures were absolutely jaw-dropping and we honestly couldn't be happier. The way she changed perspectives and her approach to photography was so creative and a joy to look at it. Katelynn without a doubt is unbelievably talented at photography! We are so thankful we found Katelynn and if you are reading this review, take it from us, you will be happy you had Katelynn capturing your wedding! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Katelynn!!!

Kimber G

12/30/2022

I’m so grateful Katelynn Kay did my photography! She arrived early and was ready to go according to our wedding timeline. Her personality is fun and bubbly and a joy to be around. ...

It really helped with all the nerves of the wedding day! I highly recommend booking Katelynn Kay Photography for your wedding!

Shayna H

11/22/2022

Katelynn did a great job of capturing my special day while also helping me and my guests feel special and relaxed. I would highly recommend her to capture the essence of your weddi...

ng day.

Ashley H

11/19/2022

Katelynn is phenomenal! She did our engagement & wedding day of photos. Not only did she capture everything we wanted but she was so fun to work with and her style is so beautiful!...

Our photos are bright but moody and that’s exactly what I love. ALSO, We got back LOTS of photos!! Thank you so so much Katelynn.

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