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Seasoned with weddings
Pristine quality
Photographer

About this vendor

Serge
Serge
Owner

14 years in business

We speak English and Russian

Small team (2-10 members)

Hi, I’m Serge, the heart behind Sokolov Photography. I specialize in capturing weddings throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia—with a style that’s bold, genuine, and full of life. What started over a decade ago in the fashion photography world has evolved into a deep love for documenting weddings. I’ve traded runways for real moments—fun, candid, colorful, and packed with emotion. From luxurious hotel ballrooms to rustic barns and breezy Caribbean beaches, I approach each celebration with the same dedication: to tell your story beautifully and honestly. Over the years, I’ve built a reputation for reliability, creativity, and warmth. I work closely with every couple to ensure you feel at ease and truly seen—before, during, and after your wedding day. I personally handle everything from the photography itself to editing and album design, so you always know who you're working with. Let’s create something timeless together. Your story deserves to be told with heart—and I’m here to capture it.

FAQ

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

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
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs

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Reviews of Sokolov Photography

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Serge Sokolov Photography receives rave reviews for wedding photography, with multiple couples praising Serge's talent, professionalism, and ability to capture special moments. Reviewers highlight his friendly demeanor, promptness, and exceptional eye for detail. Clients appreciate Serge's creativity, energy, and ability to make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. They commend his quick turnaround time and the stunning quality of his work, emphasizing his skill in capturing candid, emotional, and joyful moments on their special day. Overall, Serge is highly recommended for wedding photography for his outstanding service and beautiful results.

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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.

Serge Sokolov Photography receives rave reviews for wedding photography, with multiple couples praising Serge's talent, professionalism, and ability to capture special moments. Reviewers highlight his friendly demeanor, promptness, and exceptional eye for detail. Clients appreciate Serge's creativity, energy, and ability to make them feel comfortable in front of the camera. They commend his quick turnaround time and the stunning quality of his work, emphasizing his skill in capturing candid, emotional, and joyful moments on their special day. Overall, Serge is highly recommended for wedding photography for his outstanding service and beautiful results.

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Wendy Sent on 07/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Experience!

We had a fantastic experience working with Serge. From the very beginning, he was incredibly friendly and made the entire process feel comfortable and natural.
He has an incredible eye for detail. Whether it was adjusting a pose or finding the perfect angle, he never missed a beat. Each shot felt thoughtfully composed and beautifully executed.

On top of that, his professionalism was outstanding. He was punctual, communicative, and clearly passionate about his craft. We ended being really late (thanks DC traffic 😒), but he remained professional and friendly. The entire session was well-organized, and the turnaround time on the photos was impressively quick.

I highly recommend Sokolov Photography to anyone looking for a photographer who combines technical skill with a personal touch. The results speak for themselves!
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Fatemeh Sent on 07/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning Photos, Joyful Presence – Serge Was Incredible!

We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer than Serge for our wedding day! From the very beginning, he brought not just incredible talent, but a true passion for his craft. Serge connected with us as a couple and with each of our guests in such a warm and genuine way; making everyone feel comfortable, seen, and celebrated.

The photos turned out absolutely stunning — every single shot was thoughtfully captured and masterfully edited. The clarity, lighting, and composition were flawless, and it’s clear that each image was carefully selected with intention. He managed to tell the full story of our day through a perfect mix of candid and emotional moments, joyful interactions, and beautiful portraits.

His energy and presence added so much joy to the day, and we are beyond grateful to have these timeless memories to treasure forever.

If we could give more than five stars, we would in a heartbeat! Thank you, Serge, for turning our wedding into a masterpiece.
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Richard Sent on 08/13/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Well as luck would have it Feb 23rd was a nasty dreary day. It was wet, damp, no blue skies, no sun shine, basically a disaster. Through it all I was clam—we just made sure we had enough umbrellas and it was on with the show.

Realizing the weather was out of my control the one saving grace that clamed my nerves was that I KNEW I had a fantastic Photographer. We had hired Sokolov Photography—and we knew Serge would take care of everything. In reviewing Sokolov Photography book of business I notice that they shot in a range of locations with varying weather conditions, which was important because planning a wedding outside it is always risky no matter the season. As soon as we arrived at our wedding location Serge was already there and was a man with a plan.

Serge was focused like a laser to be efficient while capturing the best pictures humanly possible. Serge took control preventing guest in our wedding party from complaining about the conditions and maintained control of everyone. Serge directed everyone into the exact positions that would create the best pictures—he had a vision that no one else but him could see—that is his amazing talent. Good pictures project emotions I distantly remember Serge keeping everyone up beat, laughing at times even politely reminding everyone how important these snap shots were to us. To boot the pictures were freaking fabulous!!

At the end of the day a lesser Photographer would have cracked and the quality of the pictures would have suffered. Serge was determined to do the best job possible and NOTHING was going to prevent that from happening Serge is great photograher and a excellent leader!
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Tie The Knot DC Tie The Knot DC Wedding Officiants

Sokolov Photography was as a pleasure to work with and they captured absolutely beautiful moments of a wedding I recently officiated at the Park Hyatt Hotel!

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Time and time again, I refer brides to Sokolov Photography. This husband and wife team truly know how to capture the essence of special moments. You will enjoy their artistry for years to come. - Valerie Hall Yancey @ CleaVe THE BOUTIQUE

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As DJ and especially as MC, we like to coordinate withthe other vendors to ensure a smooth evening for the bride & groom. Sokolov Photography was professional yet also fun to work with! They were attentive to the couple all night and beautifully caught all moments through their lenses. We have see Sokolov Photography a couple times, and based on the day-of responsiveness, we feel very comfortable recommending them.

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