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Bradley Hanson is a professional photographer living in Minneapolis, MN and available and experienced serving clients worldwide. Bradley's main area of concentration is wedding photography, which he approaches with a natural, fly-on-the-wall style in order to create beautiful images as they unfold. He also applies this style to portraits, promotional images, live music, commercial and editorial work for a number of clients and publications.

His wedding work is often described as wedding photojournalism or documentary style. Although he is a Seattle and Minneapolis based wedding photographer, he regularly travels for weddings, and has been commissioned to photograph weddings all over the world. Recent travel weddings include: Bali-Indonesia, Hong Kong-China, Udaipur-India, Bangkok-Thailand, Seoul-Korea, Zihuatanejo-Mexico, Honolulu-Hawaii, Washington DC, Anchorage-AK, Vancouver-BC, Portland-OR, Sun River-OR, Seattle-WA, Orcas Island-WA, Minneapolis-MN, Chicago-IL, New York-NY, Phoenix-AZ, Napa-CA, Fremont-CA, Palm Springs-CA, Palo Alto-CA, Berkeley-CA, Carmel-CA, Los Angeles-CA, Sausalito-CA and San Francisco-CA.

His work has been featured in ad campaigns for Amazon.com and Ericsson mobile phones, album cover art for musicians: Pete Droge, Downpilot, Fauna, Kim Field and The Mighty Titans of Tone, Rachel Harrington, Sugartown, Brother Sun Sister Moon, Visqueen, Truckstop Souvenir, and Broadcast Oblivion. His images have been printed in local and national magazines, including Rolling Stone (Germany), Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Seattle Times, Seattle Sound, Seattle Weekly, The Stranger, Photo District News (PDN), MSNBC.com, ROCKRGRL, The Big Takeover, Three Imaginary Girls, Washington Free Press, Local Planet, Seattle Police Annual Report, Seattle Police Foundation Calendar, Women's Health Magazine, Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Seattle Bride, Seattle Metropolitan Bride & Groom, The Knot, Conde Nast's Brides Magazine, Wedding Pages Magazine, Wedding Expo, Herban Feast's wedding brochure and Banquet & Event's promotional literature and billboards.

Bradley has had winning images in the PDN Top Knots international wedding photo contest 3 times (2004, 2005 and 2016) and is am quoted in Martha Stewart Weddings magazine, Summer 2009, Page 201. He has won the Wedding Wire "Bride's Choice" award in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

I live in Minneapolis but typically do 7-8 weddings a year in Seattle and a handful in other locations every year. I put everything into my work and I am just as excited to see your wedding images as you are!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints

Reviews of Bradley Hanson Photography

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Sarah Sent on 06/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Subtle Genius

Our experience with Bradley Hanson was exactly what we had sought out for our wedding. Besides being a perfect gentleman and a calm presence on our stressful excitable day, it was as if he disappeared into the rays of sun and captured the best moments of our day without barely even being noticed. His photos delicately but most ardently tell the story of our day, the hidden moments in between, and we are overwhelmed with joy and the love we see in each shot. Bradley’s unique vision for variety, use of lighting and photographic intent are unparalleled.
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Michael Sent on 12/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Glad we interviewd the 4th Photographer, for he was our choice...

Working with Bradley was truly a wonderful experience! I don't love getting my picture taken, however, since our initial meeting I felt comfortable around him and was surprised at how little of concern I had about getting my picture taken by him.

He's like the Wayne Gretzky of photography; he goes where the moment is and captures it ever so naturally. He has a true passion for his art. It's not just a job to him as one can see in the work he creates. There is a sincerity to his photos that will be cherished for years and years.

If you're looking for a photographer chances are that Bradley Hanson is the right one for you. He's very likable, comfortable to be around and brings a sheen of professionalism in his work. I am very grateful we chose Bradley.

One last thing I want to say is that I don't typically leave reviews. I do, however, owe it to those seeking a photographer because Bradley REALLY is that good.
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Morgan Sent on 12/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Bradley is an awesome photographer!

We so enjoyed having Bradley as our photographer - he wanted to learn a bit about us prior to our wedding, so it felt like he knew us a little on the actual day of our wedding. He was calm and patient the day of, totally flexible, and best of all, the photos he took are gorgeous. We love them and couldn't be happier that we chose him as our wedding photographer.
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Kathryn Sent on 12/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond Excellent

Bradley was beyond excellent. He captured our wedding day in a way and with an eye that was so far beyond our expectations, it was almost unbelievable. His eye for detail is incredible, and he was always in the right place at exactly the right time. Some of the moments he captured are truly priceless, and I have no idea how he was able to do it so unobtrusively. I wouldn't consider anyone else for photographing our family events.
Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 12/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazingly creative photographer!

Bradley was great! He remained very professional throughout the entire day and evening, and captured amazing shots of the ceremony and reception. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
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Sabrina Sent on 12/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Book Him - You won't regret it!

Bradley was absolutely amazing to work with! He captured my dream wedding exactly how I envisioned it and even more. His photography is more of an art - capturing all of the special moments in real life vs staged. Highly recommend him, you won't regret it!
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Brett Sent on 12/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Brett and Nikki's Wedding Pictures

Bradley was awesome to work with. The pictures turned out amazing! Much better than we could've ever hoped for. I would highly recommend him.
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Tom Sent on 12/20/2017
5 out of 5 rating
First, let me state that neither my husband nor I enjoy being photographed and struggle to find pictures of ourselves that we like. With that in mind, it was very important to us to have exactly the right photographer for our wedding, and luckily our search brought us to Bradley. He was a pleasure to work with, put us immediately at ease with his process, and documented our day in a way that perfectly captured the feel of the event. We could not be happier with the pictures, or the process, and are thrilled to have so many great pictures of ourselves, our day and our guests. I simply can not say enough good things about Bradley!
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M. Sent on 12/18/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Bradley's photos are absolutely stunning and we couldn't be more thrilled with all the lovely wedding memories he captured for us. He was so lovely to work with--we'd wholeheartedly recommend him for any event, and hope to have a chance to work with him again.
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Jessica Sent on 12/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Bradley came to us through recommendation of a our original hired wedding photographer who had to cancel close to our big day due to health issues. In swoops Bradley, who took care of us as if he was our original hire! He was so easy to work with and made everyone feel at ease, and has great ability to deal with breaking the ice/ photo phobia with a fantastic sense of humor! The photos were sublime and he caught every special moment we had discussed, and then some! We are still in love with so many its hard to choose from to give as gifts or put on our walls. We cannot recommend Bradley's talented eye and good character enough!!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Paul Sanders Paul Sanders Wedding Photographers

Bradley is a consummate artist. His wedding photography is exquisite.

Annemarie Juhlian, Seattle Wedding Officiant & Minister Annemarie Juhlian, Seattle Wedding Officiant & Minister Wedding Officiants

Many, many thumbs up to Bradley Hanson Photography! They lead the pack in the Seattle area when it comes to the very best in wedding photography.

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Bradley Hanson Photography frequently asked questions

Bradley Hanson Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
Bradley Hanson Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Bradley Hanson Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Bradley Hanson Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Bradley Hanson Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
Bradley Hanson Photography is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in average response time and 4.9 in value.

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