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You’re here now, so I thought I’d let you in on the photography obsessed person behind the camera.

I am a DC, Virginia, and Maryland based wedding and lifestyle photographer. It’s pretty awesome to be located in the DMV in the Northeast where I’m lucky to serve couples in all the neighboring states. But let’s be honest, you should know I’ll jump on any opportunity to travel anywhere for my couples. I love adventure and documenting beautiful places.

I can be loud and I love to have fun. I also value being still and getting deep. I describe myself as an extroverted-introvert.

My photography style is journalistic and creative portraiture. Creativity to document candid moments between two people who are wildly crazy about each other is what fuels my passion. I will for sure help guide and pose you when needed, but ultimately let your individuality tell the story. My goal is that years from now when you look at your photos, I hope you feel the love, laughter, and bliss all over again.

If that describes everything you want in a photograph then I want to get to know you! With your unwritten stories and me as a trusty third wheel, we can create beautiful memories together!



Services Offered
Barabarah Perttula Photography can provide couples with albums, prints, and digital files, that can be taken in contemporary, vintage, or natural photographic styles. Barabarah offers couples a wide range of photography services, including:

  • Additional hours
  • Engagement shoots
  • One event/day
  • Trash-the-dress shoots
  • Destination/travel
  • High-res images
  • Second shooter
  • Wedding portraits
  • Black-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Photojournalism
Vintage

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
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints

Reviews of Barbarah Perttula Photography

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Barbarah and her husband received high praise for their wedding photography services, creating a dream experience for couples. They were described as calming, positive, and encouraging during the photoshoots, capturing candid and natural moments while making the couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. Their cinematic style and attention to detail were highlighted, with reviews emphasizing their professionalism, kindness, and ability to create stunning, magazine-worthy shots. The duo's flexibility, friendliness, and artistic talent left couples highly satisfied and eager to relive their special day through the beautiful images captured.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Barbarah and her husband received high praise for their wedding photography services, creating a dream experience for couples. They were described as calming, positive, and encouraging during the photoshoots, capturing candid and natural moments while making the couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. Their cinematic style and attention to detail were highlighted, with reviews emphasizing their professionalism, kindness, and ability to create stunning, magazine-worthy shots. The duo's flexibility, friendliness, and artistic talent left couples highly satisfied and eager to relive their special day through the beautiful images captured.

Ariel
Ariel Sent on 03/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Seamless and beautiful wedding photography

Working with Barbarah for wedding photography was a dream. When showing potential photography vendors to our families, they unanimously voted for Barbarah based on the strength of her portfolio. The day of, Barbarah and her husband were both calming and a source of positive energy, providing encouragement and suggestions for "poses," though nothing felt overly posed or unnatural. They diligently captured all of the shots we asked of them, and provided us a sneak peek less than a week after the wedding! Even from the sneak peek, Barbarah did an excellent job of capturing moments of joy and beauty throughout the first look and our wedding. She also made sure that even the most stunning shot felt candid and true to us as a couple. We cannot wait to see the full album, as we are already thrilled with the limited preview she generously provided.
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Alejandra Sent on 01/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST photographer!!

I can’t recommend her enough! Barbarah and her husband were the most incredible duo and saved time by being able to split up and photograph the groomsmen and bridal party at the same time. We LOVED the use of flash photography at night especially as a couple who is shy in front of the camera! The pictures come out stunning and we felt so natural posing in the dark, truly a unique experience! The whole day was incredible and we got so many beautiful candid shots, we feel like they really captured our special moments without anything feeling forced. Everything turned out beautiful and we are forever grateful for all of our stunning photos!
Victoria
Victoria Sent on 01/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST photographer

My husband hired Barbarah to capture our surprise proposal and from that moment we knew we didn’t want anyone else to photograph our wedding. She has a cinematic style that captures the true moments that are happening vs. those that are rehearsed or posed. That being said, if you don’t feel super comfortable or awkward in front of the camera she goes above and beyond to guide you and be your hype girl! Her work alone is 1000% worth every penny, but the calm, super friendly vibe she brings to each session and your special day really takes her over the top. She was so flexible when we changed our engagement photo location last minute even though it required her waking up at 3:00 AM to catch the sunrise with us. She captured our wedding day more beautifully than we ever could have imagined, we would choose her and Matias (her wonderful husband and second shooter!) over and over again!! I still haven’t stopped looking at our gallery and our friends and family have been raving over them as well. The photos are so beautiful and everything were hoping for! She makes every shot magazine worthy! She is amazing, we can’t recommend her enough.
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 09/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Ultimate Creatives

I can’t speak more highly of Barbarah and her wonderful husband (and second shooter), Matias. They are true creatives at their core and I can’t think of anyone I’d trust more to capture such a momentous life event.

Aside from being the most professional, efficient, and artistic humans, they are the kindest souls that make you feel at ease behind the lens. From our initial consultation call, to our wedding day, and all the helpful questionnaires in between, my husband and I felt supported throughout the entire process. Barbarah is extremely organized and efficient, leaving no detail unturned.

We are so grateful to have such a special keepsake that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. Barbarah and Matias’ photos truly convey every emotion we felt that day and more. My new husband and I are already finagling ways to work with Barbarah again!
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Derrick Sent on 06/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Experience Ever and Most Incredible Photographer!!!

Barbarah is absolutely AMAZING! She was incredibly attentive and sweet during the initial consultation. Our engagement photo session was tremendously fun, and the photos were absolutely stunning. On the wedding day, Barbarah kept everything incredibly light-hearted and fun. She was an absolute delight throughout the entire wedding event! She is professional, kind-hearted, and an overall amazing human being. I highly recommend Barbarah's photography services!
Noey
Noey Sent on 12/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding investment we made

The best wedding investment we made was forgoing video and hiring Barbarah to capture our day. We will forever treasure her gorgeous photos that perfectly tell our story and portray the joyous vibes of our wedding. We wanted a documentary-style photographer with an artistic style, NOT basic - someone who wouldn't make us do all the awkward wedding day poses - and we searched the DMV far and wide to find the perfect fit. Barbarah was a dream to work with for engagement photos (driving across Virginia to our preferred location), a secret boudoir shoot, and our wedding day. She was always kind and calm, a pleasure to have around, and gave helpful direction without being bossy. Bonus was having her husband Mathias join as her second shooter - so fun to have their happy, supportive, loving couple energy alongside us on our wedding day!
Keary
Keary Sent on 10/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer in the universe

The entire process with Barbarah was so easy and fun! She’s the most likeable person and makes it so easy to get a good picture in her presence because she effortlessly puts people at ease and gives great direction. To top it off, the photos she takes are SO GOOD. She was my husband and I’s favorite wedding vendor by far and we’ll recommend her to everyone until we can’t anymore. Just hire her! She’s the best. Her husband was also incredible as a second shooter on the day of our wedding. Dream team! We love you Barbarah!
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Lauren Sent on 06/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

best. photographer. ever

The coolest, sweetest, all-around best person and to top it off, an AMAZING photographer. We used Barbarah for our engagement and wedding photos, along with a boudoir shoot. We've never felt more comfortable or seen as "us" by someone. Every time we get previews our jaws drop. She is so incredibly easy to work with and professional. We'll never stop using her for our life events!
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Sam A. Sent on 06/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

We Love Barbarah!!

Just amazing. You must hire her. It is abundantly clear that Barbarah understands how to connect with her clients throughout the entire process, from initial consultation to day-of photography. We aren't the most effusive in front of the camera, but we felt completely comfortable and at home under her guidance. We're looking forward to working with her again!!
Summer
Summer Sent on 04/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful photos and great to work with!

Barbarah brought my vision to life- I can't recommend her enough. She is so friendly and easy to work with, makes you feel comfortable on your wedding day, and the quality of her work is so so beautiful! Her photos speak for themselves!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

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Barbarah Perttula Photography frequently asked questions

Barbarah Perttula Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Barbarah Perttula Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
Barbarah Perttula Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Vintage
Barbarah Perttula 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
Barbarah Perttula Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
Barbarah Perttula Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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