5.0
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Choosing a photographer was a very stressful and intimidating process in my opinion, but when I found Shawn’s profile and reasonable pricing, I felt so good and at ease!
After receiving our whole wedding album in less than 4 weeks I can say wholeheartedly - he was the best and easiest choice we made!
Our guests remarked that Shawn was so thorough, peaceful, sweet, and present but - in the background. He perfectly blended in with our day yet captured every single moment so we could always feel natural.
He got every moment without being over the top. Every photo he gave us in both color and B/W so we could choose, and a ton of film photos to bring a beautiful alternate perspective.
Sincerely, choose Shawn because he was perfect!
Lauren P.
5.0
We had an amazing experience working with Shawn. From the very beginning, he was easy to communicate with, professional, flexible, and genuinely enjoyable to work with throughout the entire process. He made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera, which helped everything feel natural and fun instead of stressful.
On the wedding day, he captured every important moment beautifully — not just the big moments, but all the little details and candid emotions that made the day so special. Looking through our photos feels like reliving the day all over again. We’re so grateful for his talent, calm presence, and attention to detail, and we couldn’t be happier with the final photos. Highly recommend!
Kelly N.
5.0
Shawn Tse
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CANDID MOMENTS IN DIGITAL & FILM.
For couples who want to be present in the moment.
Weddings aren’t photoshoots — they’re living, breathing events with their own rhythm. My plan is to join in, celebrate alongside you, and capture images that feel genuine and full of life.
My approach is calm but confident: I know where to be and when. I read the room, move with intention, and make creative decisions that shape the visuals of your day. I know when to step in, when to disappear, and how to capture moments that feel alive, unposed, and meaningful. My goal? To give you hundreds of images that pull you right back into the feeling of the day — photos that hold emotional weight and carry your story forward long after the celebration ends.
If you’re looking for images that truly reflect your day and the people you love, let’s connect — I can’t wait to meet you and hear your plans :)
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Bridal Portraits
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Photo & Video
Digital Files
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Photo & Video Styles
Documentary
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Wedding
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5-Time 'Best of Weddings'
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Shawn Tse
Photographer
Photography has been a lifelong practice. It started with capturing my own family, travels, and the small, everyday moments that make life feel full. That same approach guides how I document weddings — with curiosity, care, and a deep appreciation for what’s unfolding.
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Shawn is a calm, professional, and flexible wedding photographer who quickly delivers beautiful film and digital images. He blends into the day, captures candid, emotional moments and details without being intrusive, and makes couples feel relaxed in front of the camera. Highly recommended.Review photos
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Janelle S
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5.0
There are not enough good things we can say about Shawn. He is fantastic to work with and produces stunning images. For our destination-like wedding in September, he went above and...
beyond in so many ways. He is someone who sincerely cares about capturing your relationship and what is most meaningful on your wedding day, not just checking a box of pictures to get. We truly cannot imagine having anyone else as our photographer and highly recommend to any other couples looking to book.
Lauren P
5.0
Choosing a photographer was a very stressful and intimidating process in my opinion, but when I found Shawn’s profile and reasonable pricing, I felt so good and at ease!
After re...
ceiving our whole wedding album in less than 4 weeks I can say wholeheartedly - he was the best and easiest choice we made!
Our guests remarked that Shawn was so thorough, peaceful, sweet, and present but - in the background. He perfectly blended in with our day yet captured every single moment so we could always feel natural.
He got every moment without being over the top. Every photo he gave us in both color and B/W so we could choose, and a ton of film photos to bring a beautiful alternate perspective.
Sincerely, choose Shawn because he was perfect!
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Kelly N
5.0
We had an amazing experience working with Shawn. From the very beginning, he was easy to communicate with, professional, flexible, and genuinely enjoyable to work with throughout t...
he entire process. He made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera, which helped everything feel natural and fun instead of stressful.
On the wedding day, he captured every important moment beautifully — not just the big moments, but all the little details and candid emotions that made the day so special. Looking through our photos feels like reliving the day all over again. We’re so grateful for his talent, calm presence, and attention to detail, and we couldn’t be happier with the final photos. Highly recommend!
Rebecca E
5.0
We loved working with Shawn! He had photographed a family member’s wedding, and after seeing their pictures, we knew we had to book him too. He is fast to respond, a clear communic...
ator, and so easy to work with. The day-of, Shawn arrived early and jumped right in. He gave us direction when we needed it, and also blended seamlessly into the crowd. We absolutely love the photos we received. Shawn is especially skilled at capturing candid moments and scenes that involve a lot of movement and life! His pictures capture the essence of our day perfectly.
Shay M
5.0
Shawn was wonderful to work with, I'm so glad he shot our wedding! Shawn is communicative, professional, and flexible. Neither of us are very comfortable in front of the camera, bu...
t Shawn made it easy and fun to take couple photos. He is a talented photographer and the photos speak for themselves!
Christopher G
5.0
Shawn is the best!! So easy to work with and chilled with everything. He captures the best moments and beautiful photos. Cannot recommend him enough!
Emma R
5.0
Shawn is incredible. He is kind, professional, and a pleasure to work with. The photos were worth every cent. Each one was beautiful, capturing candid and meaningful moments that p...
erfectly reflected our special day. We couldn’t be happier with his work.
Kinsey H
5.0
Shawn was an amazing photographer for my wedding. He was so kind, patient, and communicative, and he was there for every single photo opportunity. He went above my expectations and...
I would definitely recommend him.
Rebecca M
5.0
We are so grateful we chose Shawn as our wedding photographer—he truly exceeded every expectation. From the moment he arrived, he brought such a calm, positive energy that made eve...
rything feel easy and fun. He went with the flow effortlessly, whether we were sticking to the timeline or making last-minute changes.
What impressed us most was how seamlessly he blended into the day while still capturing every meaningful moment. Nothing felt overly posed or forced—just real, joyful, beautiful snapshots of our day as it naturally unfolded. And the best part? We got our photos back so quickly! We were blown away by both the turnaround time and the stunning quality of the images.
Shawn didn’t just take pictures—he told the story of our wedding day with heart, artistry, and care. We’ll treasure these photos for the rest of our lives. We can’t recommend him enough!
Angela O
5.0
I cannot recommend Shawn enough. He was very thoughtful and the photos are candid & unposed —many of which we didn’t even realize he was there for until we saw the photos. He was p...
rofessional, personable, and extremely well- prepared for our day. My husband and I wanted photos that were genuine, intimate, and overall a good time and he captured it beautifully. We’re so incredibly happy with the photos, we recommend Shawn for photographer.
Anonymous
5.0
Shawn did an absolutely incredible job capturing our wedding! We were so impressed by his ability to preserve both big and little moments amidst the rush. He captured all the thing...
s that made our day special with natural & candid shots. His friendly vibe made the whole photo process enjoyable, and he never seemed overwhelmed by it all. We highly recommend Shawn; he's truly great!
Jen F
5.0
Shawn was the perfect photographer for our small ceremony in Edmonds. We had about 20 guests at the ceremony and a dinner later at a local restaurant and we had Shawn with us for m...
ost part of the night. He’s flexible, professional and takes amazing photos. He also offers film in his photo packages and we thought that was a great touch. He’s really easy to coordinate with and the whole experience was just wonderful. He knew where to go to get all the good pics, and we got the perfect mix of formal and candids. We just wanted to just enjoy our day and have that captured, and Shawn really made that happen. He captured the mood and the memory of the day so well that seeing the photos we feel the love and excitement of the wedding all over. It is truly wonderful and we would recommend to couples looking for a good photographer.
Emily D
5.0
Shawn did an awesome job at our wedding. He made us feel like ourselves with pictures and captured the day perfectly. His photos don't feel posed or overdone, and we find new favo...
rites every time we go back to them:) They feel real, and that’s exactly what we wanted! We’re so glad we found him and would highly recommend him for photos.
Abby M
5.0
Shawn was great on the wedding day, there was no pressure to get certain shots, and we absolutely love our photos. He goes above and beyond to capture all of the candid moments and...
special details, and the photos are unique, full of life, and so beautiful! We loved working with him and would recommend to others looking for a photographer.
Lauren M
5.0
We are so glad we had Shawn for our wedding day. He managed to capture all the meaningful bits between us and he’s way of working aligns with our style. The photos are exactly what...
we wanted, they are of moments not poses, and tells a story. Every moment felt intimate and special, and entire experience will always be something we cherish.
Laney G
5.0
Shawn was an outstanding photographer! He did both our engagement pictures and wedding pictures and they were perfect! We even had to change our wedding date because my husband is ...
military and he was more than happy to switch to that day for us. He gets your usual staged wedding pictures and then all the other things that go on that you might not even get to see during your big day.
Response from Shawntse Photo & Film
Hi Laney! It was such a pleasure being your photographer, thank you again for having me!
Allison P
5.0
Shawn was a DREAM. He was able to keep us on schedule and was exactly the kind of energy we needed. He has an incredible eye for pictures and all the moments you will want captured...
on your day. He also brought such a positive vibe to our wedding it cannot be left unstated. He made us feel so welcomed and comfortable in front of the camera, and made sure we had time to enjoy ourselves. Would recommend if you want a photographer who you can really trust to capture your day.
Response from Shawntse Photo & Film
Thank you so much for your review! It’s great to hear that you felt welcomed and comfortab...
le with the camera & photos. I really appreciate your recommendation and if you have any future photography needs pls don’t hesitate to reach out!
Dana J
5.0
Amazing experience with Shawn! He captured all of the moments at our wedding, and encouraged us to enjoy the day without focusing too much on posing or the camera. We're super happ...
y with all of the photos and would recommend Shawn for others looking.
Response from Shawntse Photo & Film
Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share your wonderful experience! I am incredibl...
y grateful for your trust in me to capture your wedding day. Wishing you the best!
Molly C
5.0
If you're in search of a photographer who not only produces stunning photos but also becomes part of the celebration, Shawn is the one. His genuine excitement coupled with his abil...
ity to understand your vision, make the entire process enjoyable. On the wedding day, he seamlessly captured every detail while remaining discreet, and made us feel at ease and allowed us to experience the day authentically. His non intrusive approach gave us the most beautiful, ethereal film and digital images that we will forever cherish. Great vibe, super friendly and never appeared to be overwhelmed by the chaos of it all, Shawn is a gem, for sure.
Response from Shawntse Photo & Film
Thank you for your wonderful review! I am so glad to hear that you’re happy with the photo...
s. If you ever need photography services in the future or have any questions, feel free to reach out :)
Jessie A
5.0
We’re happy that Shawn was our photographer, we had a small wedding in September and he captured all the moments and excitement of our day. He’s a great communicator and the photog...
raphs are beautiful.
Response from Shawntse Photo & Film
Hi Jessie! Thank you so much for having me as your photographer! Your appreciation means a...
lot!
Lisa M
5.0
We feel so fortunate to have worked with Shawn and cannot recommend him enough! He was able to document us in celebration with photos that are candid and fun. Each photograph not ...
only told a story but resonated with the emotions we felt in those moments. He captured our story, our vibe – everything. It was like having a friend capturing your day.
Laura E
5.0
The way Shawn photographed our wedding is beyond beautiful. The pictures were exactly what we were hoping for, natural, fun, and the sweetest memories of our big day. He’s got a wa...
y of finding the small moments that are now some of my favorite photos from the wedding!
Susan J
5.0
Our experience with Shawn was just amazing. His photos are so full of life, spontaneous, and shows the "in-between" moments; Seeing them makes us smile, laugh and tear up all at th...
e same time! He got every moment and was just simply the best!! Absolutely recommend!
Jennifer A
5.0
It was so nice having Shawn as our photographer! He gifted us with such beautiful pictures and we are so in love with every single photo! From the look on my husband's face when h...
e saw me in my dress for the first time, to all the ridiculous dance moves at our reception, he captured it all!
Jennifer J
5.0
Shawn captured our truest moments as a couple and it is incredible to see how our photos turned out! We wanted time to relax with friends and family, and the way Shawn photographed...
our event was instrumental to that end :) He is completely dedicated and we love that the photo process feels easy and naturalistic, and the end result is extraordinarily beautiful.
Kathy O
5.0
We were happy to have Shawn photograph our small wedding and we can't fully express how great of a job he did. He was so wonderful to us and was so nice to have conversation with!...
He truly celebrated us and our love and made us feel even more special than we already did. He is an outstanding photographer!
Lisa R
5.0
We had fun working with Shawn and we couldn't be happier with our photos! We didn't know what to expect, neither of us had ever done a photo shoot and Shawn was so patient, helped ...
us think of shooting locations, and just the absolute BEST. He got to know us as a couple during the engagement session and captured moments special to us. We loved getting to know him as well during our time together, his love for people clearly shows in his approach and is what makes his work exceptional. Honestly working with him felt easy and enjoyable, and it’s hard to imagine anyone more suited for our wedding.
Ray L
5.0
I dread taking photos. Posing, smiling for a photo.. I’m just not a fan of it. But Shawn made us feel 100% stress free. I wanted the photos to be casual and represent us as a coupl...
e, and Shawn was able to deliver on that 100%.
Anne F
5.0
An absolute joy to have Shawn photograph our engagement and wedding. He is super knowledgeable and takes great care to get the best shots. I have never enjoyed getting my picture t...
aken but he made us look the best we’ve ever looked in a photo. His direction throughout our shoot was clear and helpful, and we enjoyed being around him and taking photos throughout the day.
Rachel C
5.0
Couldn't be happier we chose Shawn to both document and celebrate this day with us. He captured us in the moments that truly reflect who we are as a couple. We loved that we felt s...
o comfortable with him, and that he made it all so effortless and easy. His style is all so unique and his blend of casual fun and natural direction gave us exactly the type of photo we wanted. The attention to detail was amazing as well, always checking for lighting & shadows for our group shots, and the quality is just excellent.
Elizabeth C
5.0
We had the best time with Shawn being our photographer! Not only is he extremely talented and artistic, but he is also a wonderful person. He took the time to get to know us during...
our time together and made the experience so fun! He truly captured us in our element and we will treasure these photos forever!
Britt K
5.0
For our wedding we wanted to find someone who captured emotion, took photos from unique angels and edited with a natural style. And when we came across Shawn’s work on Instagram we...
just knew we were in luck. He made us feel so at ease with photos, it was like just another friend who was celebrating with us! There is a beautiful balance of big moments and the quiet, tender, and often unnoticed moments in the pictures; it’s like he captured everything as it happened, and we get to relive our wedding memories through the photos!
Emma L
5.0
Wedding day done right! Our day was pretty fast moving and Shawn was by our side the entire time, reassuring us and making us feel at ease. He’s very professional and made the most...
out of our time together and captured our ceremony with absolute grace & elegance. He’s always one step ahead and surely knows his way around a wedding. The whole day went so smoothly and we loved that he captured it holistically and we can’t wait to share it with our family & friends.
Amber K
5.0
I would highly recommend Shawn for anyone who's planning their wedding! He is not only great at what he does but also fun to work with: very professional yet down to earth, and hel...
ped ease my nerves on the big day. He’s got so much chill and his approach is non traditional. I typically feel awkward being photographed, but he made me feel comfortable and completely at ease.
Natalie A
5.0
Shawn is AMAZING!! He was our photographer for our wedding and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. He is genuine, passionate, creative and fun to be around! We have HUGE...
families and he captured every family member along with 100's of memories of which we will cherish forever.
Stephanie S
5.0
Super happy with the outcome of our photos! We’re both not used to being in front of the camera and Shawn made it really simple by explaining the process initially and that really ...
took a lot of the fear out of it for me. So the fact that he made us feel so comfortable was just *chef’s kiss* Whenever the emotions were running high on our wedding day, Shawn always remained unruffled, calm, and efficient in getting all our photos done. We didn’t have to do any fake smiles, and the photos felt like us!
Olivia O
5.0
Had the best experience with Shawn! He’s so friendly and brought a sense of calm amidst the chaos of our wedding day. He made the stress of getting our family photos very manageabl...
e, and so many of our guests commented on how lovely our photographer was! Never once did I feel awkward or unsure of myself because of how much fun we had. From the first look to the candids, he captured our big day perfectly.
Liz P
5.0
There aren't enough words to thank Shawn for our photos! They are beyond what we could've ever dreamed. Not sure how he seems to be everywhere at once, for some of those shots we ...
didn't even notice him there! He never missed a moment during the ceremony, toasts in the reception, and the candid expressions all the way through into the night. Everything turned out better than we could have imagined - he captured all the little moments and I feel like our love is seen in the photos. Definitely went above and beyond what I had expected from my photographer!
Angela D
5.0
Such good vibes! Shawn was great at making us feel natural in front of the camera and captured the most amazing candid photos (exactly what I wanted!) He’s a total pro and just kno...
ws the way. My husband said it was so fun and flew by too quickly, and that is NOT easy thing for a shy person to say about taking pictures! Such a remarkable experience. We couldn't have asked for more from him. Just want to give a big thank you to Shawn for capturing this special moment for us in all of its tenderness, silliness, and everything in between. We will cherish these photos for the rest of our lives!
Charlotte Y
5.0
Our photo gallery from Shawn is stunning. He captured the very essence of our special day and he is a delight to work with! It’s obvious that he is someone who appreciates their pr...
ofession, and it was a pleasure to work with someone who really cares about your wedding and getting to know you. He made the photo process feel natural & very enjoyable, and we feel so happy to have Shawn capture our special moment.
Katie H
5.0
Can't believe how perfectly Shawn captured our day and I'm just so, so grateful to have the photos to treasure forever. He helped us feel relaxed, made us laugh & encouraged us to ...
just be us. Which was exactly what we wanted. My husband and I feel so happy that he was our photographer and would recommend him to others looking for a photographer.
Shay K
5.0
Shawn captured the love, the fun and overall feel of our wedding and it makes us happy to think that we'll be able to relive it all whenever we see our photos. The wedding day goes...
by quickly and it seems like you don't get enough time for photos, but from the photos we can see Shawn’s very thorough and fully captured the entire wedding start to finish. All to say that we did not feel rushed whatsoever as he got all of our key moments & candid virtually undetected. We got a great mix of artistic shots and candid ones and we’re so in love how it all turned out.
Sara D
5.0
Our photos and experience with Shawn were amazing. He’s just so kind & genuine, and easy to be around (even if have no idea what you're doing in front of a camera) He afforded us...
a sense of calm and ease, and we felt relaxed during our photos. It was very easy to communicate with him throughout the process, and we felt fully supported and cared for all the way through.
Melinda A
5.0
Shawn is the photographer you want at your wedding. He is the perfect mix of chill & professional and we felt we could be ourselves knowing Shawn would capture it all in the moment...
. As for the quality Shawn has a great eye for lighting and composition, and made most of the venue for our bridal & couples portraits. There are so many gems, and we’re so glad to have photos that feel personal to us and for us to keep & cherish.
Nicole W
5.0
My partner and I are terribly awkward being photographed and Shawn was very easy going & brought his calm, warm energy onto our shoot and it felt like a friend hanging out and taki...
ng snaps of us. He is very good in communicating to get the shots and captured the feel that we had hoped for. Overall experience was an A+
Megan L
5.0
Shawn did a wonderful job with our wedding photos. I feel like I can see each part of the day and be reminded of the feeling in each moment. He guided us every step of the way and ...
made the entire photo process a breeze. Right from the beginning he is easy to reach and quick to respond, and he was more than willing to work with our busy schedule for the engagement session. Leading up to the wedding Shawn offered to check-in and made sure all our questions were answered and that we were absolutely prepared for all things photo related. His attention to detail is also incredible, it's amazing to see how much work is involved & all the moments he managed captured throughout the wedding day. I’m so thankful we’re able to relive our wedding through the photos and we cannot recommend him enough!
Sandra E
5.0
Absolutely THRILLED with our wedding photos from Shawn. He worked with us to get the best shots possible and he takes great care to capture natural moments rather than staged photo...
s. In our time together he was able to capture candid moments without us even noticing and mixed in seamlessly among our guests. He did a great job at capturing various aspects of the wedding and we’re thoroughly impressed with the entire experience.
Katelyn M
5.0
Shawn was so great! We connected before the wedding to chat about what we want, timing and everything. Shawn is flexible and really fit into the wedding. I forgot I was having my p...
icture taken most of the night. He made sure we were able to remember our wedding without having photos be something that took away from the day.
Response from Shawntse Photo & Film
Thank you Katelyn! It was truly wonderful being your photographer:)
Jean W
5.0
Working with Shawn has seriously been the best. He captured the essence of our day in ways we could not have imagined. He’s so professional yet totally friendly, and assisted us in...
organizing timelines, maintaining the wedding schedule, and finding locations for our portrait and family photos. He’s really more than just a photographer and truly went above and beyond. He captured heartfelt moments so effortlessly and with such ease, there were a few we didn’t even realize he was there for, he was everywhere at once! And the moment we got the photos…just incredible, they are are so special to us, we’re thankful to have them for our family & friends to treasure forever. We cant be happier with the work he’s done, and we’d seriously recommend to any couples needing to find their photographer.
Carly M
5.0
We can’t even describe how excited we are with our photos from Shawn. They bring back such great memories. Literally cried ourselves speechless when they dropped into our inbox, he...
captured so many amazingly memorable moments! From us getting ready, first look, ceremony to reception, he’s so good at capturing it all. It was the best weekend of our lives and he really captured the way we felt as newlyweds :) We are so impressed and are so so so happy to have chosen him as our photographer.
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