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NORTH IDAHO, WASHINGTON, MONTANA, OREGON + BEYOND


 

Wedding Photojournlism

 

Luxury Documentary Style Wedding Photography


Your wedding isn't about the photos.

Your photos are about your wedding day.

 

String lights glow above a dance floor as guests celebrate at an evening reception.
Wedding couple shares a joyful moment in a lush green forest setting.

our international photography awards + memberships

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ranked a TOP 10 Wedding Photographer in the USA for 2025 from the WPJA

"I honestly didn't realize 90% of the time that we were being photographed. you blended in, I had the most amazing wedding and the pictures to prove it.”



heidi, bride
Black and white silhouette of newlyweds celebrating at outdoor lakeside wedding ceremony with mountains in background.
Bride and groom celebrate after outdoor lakeside wedding ceremony, walking down aisle with guests seated on yellow chairs.

TWO PHOTOGRAPHERS,

TWO DIFFERENT STYLES.

YOUR ONE WEDDING DAY CAPTURED.

As more and more images are being fabricated and faked by AI,

authenticity has become a real luxury.


Sam and Matt are the award-winning husband and wife photography team So Many Moments and focus on true human connection and story-telling wedding moments.


While Sam captures atmosphere in vibrant color, Matt focuses on photojournalism and composition by shooting black-and-white in camera.


You get two perspectives of the same fleeting moments.

Bride in white gown and veil smiles at woman in blue dress holding window blinds open in bright room.

What Sets Our luxury Wedding Photography Apart


• Two photographers, twice the moments – We're an award-winning husband + wife team with 15+ years photojournalism experience

• Half color, half black and white – Photographer Sam forever loves color while Matt shoots exclusively monochrome

• Full-day coverage – We’re all yours from getting ready to sparkler exit, no watching the clock

• Zero travel fees worldwide – Sandpoint backyard or Italian villa, same price. We love an excuse for a trip!

• “Night Of” photo in 24 hours – Announce your nuptials in style. Skip the iPhone snap and post a photo fast.

• Professional mirrorless gear + off-camera flash – Our work is consistent and professional in any light or weather.

• No complicated Photography Packages - Just one package option called "We've Got You Covered" and it's just that. 

A joyful celebration with people blowing bubbles and holding pink balloons against a golden sunlit background.
Close-up details of bride in car showing lace dress and natural lighting.
A close-up sequence showing hands adjusting the details of a delicate white lace wedding dress.
Children playing and crawling on furniture in black and white.
Bride in white dress sitting playfully in a lush garden setting.
Couple sitting on rustic fence with mountain landscape in autumn.
Wedding reception guests enjoying drinks and conversation at a dimly lit bar.
Silhouetted trees against a sunset lake backdrop creating a romantic atmosphere.
Black and white candid shots of wedding reception guests enjoying conversations.
Indoor wedding celebration with string lights illuminating dance floor festivities.
Black and white photos of wedding transportation and arrival moments.
Wedding guests mingling outdoors during daytime garden reception.
Wedding reception venue with dramatic blue lighting and stage setup.
Interior hallway with navy blue doors and warm lighting.
Black and white panoramic view of wedding reception venue with dramatic lighting.
Bride bouncing on a trampoline in her wedding dress surrounded by greenery.
Elegant white wedding dress photographed against minimalist grey architectural backdrop.
Dramatic sunset beach photos with waves splashing around wedding couple.
Couples slow dancing beneath warm string lights at an intimate evening reception.
Silhouettes of a couple against a sunset sky with birds flying overhead.
Wedding reception dance floor under glowing string lights creating magical atmosphere.
Wedding party members in coordinated outfits enjoying a playful moment on a seaside boardwalk.

"They (Sam + Matt) both have a different style, but manage to keep their visions on track with each other. All the photos look cohesive and create a fantastic story!"




jackie, bride

 

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LOADS MORE wedding planning INFO + real WEDDINGS

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A wedding couple shares a joyful moment dancing together in a lush green forest setting.

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Dark silhouettes of people dancing in an urban nighttime environment.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a dimly lit dance floor with dramatic lighting effects at an evening reception.
Black and white panoramic cityscape of Chicago skyscrapers and skyline silhouetted against a cloudy sky.
Wedding guests gather outdoors at sunset during a garden ceremony celebration.
Wedding party sparkler exit at night with guests creating a glowing tunnel for the newlyweds.
A row of wedding photos showing the bride's white dress and colorful bouquet details against green grass.
A bride stands in an elegant wedding dress near a stained glass window in a dimly lit church interior.
Elegant wedding reception tent setup with purple uplighting and white draping creating a romantic atmosphere.
Guests dancing together under string lights at an outdoor evening wedding reception.
Couples dancing together at a dimly lit wedding reception with string lights glowing overhead.
Black and white photos show people dancing energetically at what appears to be a lively party or celebration.
Lush tropical garden pathway with overhanging trees and ferns creating natural shade and greenery.
A cluttered office space with natural light streaming through windows, featuring a desk and scattered papers.
A joyful couple jumps together during an outdoor garden wedding celebration captured in black and white photography.
People dancing and celebrating at a lively wedding reception under warm lighting in an indoor venue.
Bride in lace gown holds colorful bouquet as guests clap and celebrate at an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Joyful groom carries laughing bride in wedding attire outdoors in black and white photo with sun flare.
Black and white wedding photo of emotional guest wiping tears during ceremony, with other guests in elegant attire in background.
Group of people gathered on sandy beach dunes at sunset with golden light illuminating the coastal landscape.

How much for documentary style wedding photography?


Looking at a clock and basing our photography coverage on a set number of hours feels patently ridiculous to us.


we only have one simple all-inclusive package called "We've Got You Covered" and it's $5,800 flat.


If we're your luxury wedding photographers, you're getting excellence and all we have to give. We want each of our clients to get our very best.


• Both Sam and Matt photographing your full day's love story, without ever worrying about the timeline.

• Hundreds of full-resolution final images + shared print rights

• Private online gallery

• Bonus Photo Session: complimentary engagement or day-before/after extra portrait session

• "Night Of Photo" texted or emailed to you within 24 hrs of saying "I Do" to share your wedding announcement

• Beautiful heirloom quality keepsake album in leather or linen

• Stress-free, all-inclusive wedding photography experience


We offer loads more information on our wedding pricing, what to expect in the steps to hire us, as well as a Guide to Hiring a Wedding Photographer on our FAQ page.

 

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To make your love story last a lifetime

 

Let's "I Do" This Things
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engagement photography session

Every luxury So Many Moments Photography client is offered a "bonus session".  This can be whatever you dream it to be:  your actual engagement (props to those men that plan a photographer when they pop the questions!), to a romantic shoot before the wedding. For destination weddings, sometimes we do a day after session.

My camera, your choice.

A couple sits on a plaid sofa with a white poodle, man humorously lifting the dog's ears, beside a vintage floral lamp.
A romantic couple embraces on a hilltop at sunset, man lifting woman in a loving hug with scenic valley below.
A young couple in western attire holds hands in a golden field, smiling, with pine trees in the background.
A couple in matching outfits laying together on a sandy beach path during golden hour.
A couple walks hand in hand along a marina waterfront in a romantic black and white engagement photo.
Silhouette of a proposal on the beach at sunset with waves crashing in the background.
A romantic moment captured outside the Chicago Theatre with its iconic sign visible in the background.
A couple in formal attire share an intimate moment against an urban brick building backdrop with scaffolding.
Black and white photo of a couple embracing in a misty field with trees in the background.
Black and white photo of a smiling bride and groom walking through a sparkler exit at their wedding reception.

 

Get in Touch

 

TO MAKE YOUR LOVE STORY LAST A LIFETIME

 

Let's "I Do" This Things
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Through illuminated archways at night, a couple dances in a romantic wedding venue setting.