The 12 Best Seattle Fashion Photographers

Searching for the top Seattle fashion photographers for a forthcoming project? As the birthplace of Jimi Hendrix and where the early careers of Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Pearl Jam, and Nirvana blossomed – it’s no wonder the Emerald City brims with creative talent. The natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, along with Seattle’s vibrant music and art scenes, continues to inspire new generations of creatives to pursue their passions. This bustling metropolis is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, attracting Fortune 500 companies, coffee lovers, and, of course, the best Seattle fashion photographers.

Curious to see which ones made this Peerspace list of favorites? We have the city’s top options below! Be sure to reach out to them when you want to work with Seattle’s finest fashion photographers. Then, come back to Peerspace and book a Seattle hidden gem venue by the hour and let your creativity come to life!

1. Patrick Tak

Patrick Tak’s lively and sophisticated portraits have appeared in Jute Magazine, Vogue Italia, Lucy’s Magazine, and Latest Magazine. And for a good reason since Patrick’s use of smokey earth tones, creamy pastels, and diffused light add an element of modern elegance. At the same time, his unusual placement of floral props and intriguing motion shots gives his work a fashion-forward edge.

By collaborating with various stylists and makeup artists, Tak can expand his horizons while maintaining his signature style. He’s also one of our favorite Seattle fashion photographers with his own studio, which is located in lovely Lower Queen Anne.

2. Michelle Moore

Michelle Moore creates chic and dreamy photos that focus on natural light, warm tones, and quiet reflection. She is an award-winning photographer who has worked with brands like Amazon, Free People, and Shoes.com. In fact, her images have even been featured in Inc. Magazine, Marie Claire, Seattle Magazine, and The Huffington Post.

Her style embraces natural light and makes use of the natural resources when she works on location (which she frequently does). While she is Seattle-based, Moore regularly books destination photoshoots in exotic locations, which adds a broader perspective to the rest of her work.

3. Val Gonzalez

Originally from Chile, Valentina Gonzalez brings an international flair to her work, especially with her use of vibrant colors and sharp details. She experiments with bold patterns and multicultural themes, giving her work a festive feel which is further enhanced by the bright and authentic smiles of her subjects. Valentina’s portraits exude power and confidence, which may stem from her work as a life coach and positive body-image coach.

Val is also a multi-talented artist who directs, produces, and even designs productions. Of her set design work, she says, “I love creating sets that transport the audience somewhere unknown that sparks inspiration and curiosity”. We see this artistic commitment in all of Valentina’s incredible work.

4. Sarah Wolfe

Sarah Wolfe creates refreshing and easygoing fashion portraits with a quirky sense of humor and a love of dogs. In fact, her images often include cute dogs. She has a hip and urban style that is loud and clear in her photos, capturing the grungy beauty of Seattle’s streets along with its more refined elements.

Using natural light and shallow depths of field, Wolfe emphasizes her subject while bringing out genuine human emotion through her upbeat personality. Be sure to check out her website to learn more about her content creation and to check out her street style, editorial, and beauty portfolios.

5. Sissi Peng

Sissi Peng had doubts about starting a photography career in the U.S., especially as a non-native English speaker. Thankfully, Peng decided to share her talents with the world and work towards becoming one of Seattle’s best fashion photographers. Her hazy portraits capture the city’s natural beauty with soft, delicate shadows and muted undertones. This gives her images a weathered, retro finish that’s truly her own. We love how she’s one of the best Seattle fashion photographers whose style is borne from spending time in a city rich with history, diversity, and individualism.

6. Karla Melgarejo

Karla Melgarejo is a photographer and marketing pro with a talent for creating bold and emotional imagery. Originally from Bolivia, Melgarejo moved to Seattle after launching and selling Bolivia’s first digital magazine. Her knowledge of digital strategy gives her the unique ability to craft images that work for her clients both strategically and visually. Her bright and relaxed photos have drawn the attention of Institute Magazine and Socialite Bolivia Magazine.

7. Jaelin Helm

Jaelin Helm uses saturated hues, smooth highlights, and symmetry to create his own brand of compelling photos. And as the owner of Depaard (Dutch for “The Horse”) photography, he understands the artistic as well as the business side of branding. Golden overlays and crisp, graphic backgrounds help to highlight his subject’s style. Helm is also known for his experimental work with double exposures and harsh shadows. He’s based dually in Seattle as well as Atlanta.

8. Elizabeth Zuluaga

Elizabeth Zuluaga’s vivacious personality shines through her work, making her one of Seattle’s best fashion photographers. In fact, Zuluaga strives to show her subjects an authentic side of themselves through her intimate portrait sessions. Her use of deep shadows and creamy highlights gives her fashion photography a nostalgic and moody quality that pairs well with her sense of visual humor.

She’s also adept at helping businesses bring their vision to life. As Elizabeth states in her own words, “You do so much within your business and wear so many hats that it’s difficult to find time to create perfectly curated photos too. Whatever your craft is, I got you.”

9. Alex Lim

Alex Lim finds beauty in ethnic ambiguity and non-mainstream aesthetics, which may result from his bi-cultural Chinese and European heritage. Lim has a deep appreciation for uncommon things. In fact, this has guided his casting and locations decisions, leading to spectacular images and original concepts. Throughout his work, Lim plays with size and scale – whether it’s showcasing the grand beauty of nature or warping the viewers’ sense of proportion.

10. Laura Gedeon

Laura Gedeon’s passion for style and fashion can be seen in her fun and elegant fashion photography. With soft vignettes, matte shadows, and desaturated colors, Gedeon gives low-key, contemporary styles a luxurious feel. However, she while always obeys her rule of thirds. Her expert framing and use of natural light showcase her subject’s wardrobe within an overall visually appealing image. In fact, this is something that sets her apart as one of the best Seattle fashion photographers in the best way.

11. Dawndra Photography

As one of Seattle’s best fashion photographers for the past 20 years, Dawndra’s photographs have captured the imagination with dark fantasy themes, haunting imagery, and surreal effects. In fact, her ghostly renditions of traditional fashion portraits use heavy vignettes and lush post-production effects to achieve a grim and sinister tone. When she’s not out shooting in creepy locations, Dawndra can be found playing outside with her dog on the west side of Seattle, under the influence of massive amounts of coffee.

12. J. Budden

Budden’s talent for photography came as a surprise, even to himself. In fact, the athletically inclined photographer only picked up a camera after taking an audio production class at a school of art. But today, Budden uses his proclivity for technology to capture high-quality photos in various lighting situations. Whether he’s on the beach, in a field, or the studio, Budden can insert urban sensibilities into his work.

Bonus: Leo Lam

Leo Lam has been creating stunning high fashion and beauty editorials in Seattle for the last two decades. As well as an award-winning photographer, he is also a cinematographer, combining his twin loves of art and technology. Leo’s images always look effortlessly stylish (though we know he puts his heart and soul in his work), with a talent for lighting that superbly highlights his models and their attire.

We also love how Leo characterizes his work: “my photographs aim to bring joy, spontaneity, human connections and elegance to any projects.” Sounds pretty perfect to us!

Peerspace loves Seattle fashion photographers!

Are you one of Seattle’s fashion photographers looking for exciting new places to shoot? Then why not give Peerspace a try? We have hundreds of photoshoot rental locations in Seattle and beyond. Whether you’re looking for gothic mansions, rustic cabins, or studios with the latest high-tech equipment, count on Peerspace. Simply click one of the links on this page and search for the type of venue you want. It only takes moments to book a true gem that you can take photos in for hours, resulting in a lifetime of glorious images!

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