I am a coffee loving, margarita drinking, goofy, adventure seeking, passionate, introvert who loves to laugh, capture memories and loves LOVE!! I am a Wedding and Elopement Photographer based in Washington State capturing the wildly in love. Wild Romance Photography was born when I was just a little girl running around filling up disposable cameras with photos of my family and all of my favorite stuffies. I spent all of middle school in the photography class room and would find any excuse to be in there! After many, many years of picking up and putting down my camera, in 2021 I decided this was a passion that couldn't be left untouched anymore. My goal wasn't to become a wedding photographer, but after photographing my first wedding, I was HOOKED. Wedding days are so, so special and memorable. Being able to capture these memories that will last a lifetime for my clients is a feeling that will never get old.
I have a profound appreciation for the beauty in life's simplest moments – the intimate coffee dates, the joy of pottery painting, the deep conversations, and the slow Sunday mornings. These are the moments that truly define our lives, and capturing them through photography is my passion and purpose. With each click of the camera, I strive to create timeless images that not only reflect the essence of your most meaningful days but also preserve them for generations to come. Curating a gallery of stunning photographs that you'll cherish for a lifetime is not just my job—it's my calling.
We cannot say enough amazing things about Wild Romance Photography and Beyond the Moment Films. After seeing them capture our cousin’s wedding with such intimacy and authenticity, we knew they were the perfect choice for our big day. Their ability to document the raw, emotional moments while maintaining a level of ease and calmness throughout the day was everything we were looking for.
We booked their full 8-hour package, and from the start, they exceeded every expectation. They were so kind and present, and we never once felt pressured or rushed as the hours went by. Their calming, natural energy was exactly what we needed on a day filled with so many emotions. It was clear they brought their passion and artistic eye to every shot, making us feel like the stars of the day while remaining subtle and unobtrusive.
One of the things that truly set them apart was their attention to detail. They captured the little things we never would have thought to ask for—the stolen glances, the way the light hit certain moments, and the tiny gestures that made our day so special. They have a way of seeing beauty in the unnoticed, creating a final product that feels deeply personal and unique to us.
Adding to the experience, they brought such a fun and relatable energy as a couple themselves. They fully understand the magnitude of a wedding day, and their dynamic added an extra layer of comfort and excitement. You can tell they genuinely love what they do, and that passion shines through in every aspect of their work.
Their organizational skills and proactive communication in the weeks leading up to the wedding were unmatched. They took the initiative to plan all the key moments, ensuring everything flowed smoothly. We were particularly worried about getting all the photos done before the ceremony, as we wanted to fully enjoy the party afterward, but they facilitated this with such ease and authority. They ensured we stayed on track without ever making us feel rushed, and they worked collaboratively with us to capture the shots we envisioned while adding their professional expertise.
On the day itself, they brought an unmatched level of comfort. We felt completely at ease in front of their cameras, which was so important to us. They became our biggest cheerleaders, not just on the wedding day but throughout the entire process. It was clear they truly cared about us and wanted our day to be perfect.
And the finished products—WOW. We are completely in love with their work. They captured every raw emotion, every joyful moment, and every meaningful detail so beautifully. We’ve received countless compliments on the photos and video, and we know these are memories we will cherish for a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a photographer and videographer who are organized, passionate, detail-oriented, calming, and bring a fun energy to the experience, look no further. We have never been more confident in recommending someone and would fully encourage anyone and everyone to book them. They made us feel over the moon throughout the entire experience, and a large part of our incredible day is because of them. Thank you, Shae and Joey, for everything!"
My husband and i's experience with Shae and Joey was beyond amazing! First off, their work is unreal; we truly could not be more stoked on our pictures and video. Shae provided us with a generous amount of pictures for both our engagement shoot and our wedding. Similarly, Joey went above and beyond with the film we received. It is safe to say we have looked at the pictures and watched the film and video shots too many times to count. They both were so mindful about including the "big moments" in their work. For instance, we are so lucky to have pictures and videos of speeches, first looks, first dance, walking down the aisle, cake cutting etc. - Shae even captured our first kiss as husband and wife not at the alter. For some, that may not seem like a big deal, but I would have forgot our first "intimate" kiss, if it wasn't for them! I felt like they were providing even more than just pictures and videos. Right away, Shae sent a welcome box with goodies, as well as a book displaying her past photography work. She was also focused on getting to know us as a couple before anything else, which was so special; it's fun to feel important and prioritized during the wedding planning process, and Shae and Joey made us feel that way! Shae provided guidance for me during my wedding planning journey; she even took the time to list recommended vendors for our upcoming wedding. Furthermore, something I really found attractive about both Shae and Joey was their presence on social media. I felt so special when they posted their work of us and I truly felt that they were celebrating our milestones right alongside us. And finally, they were so great to be around in person. Together, they each provided a calm presence on our wedding day but also structure and leadership to get us where we needed to be in order to get the right shots. I can confidently say we got so much more out of their service than what we paid for. If I could do it all over again, I would not change a thing.
The gasp I audibly gasped!!!!! These are so beautiful Shae, thank you so much. It is so fun to relive the day by looking through this work that you did. You and Joey both did such an incredible job and I will be shouting it from the rooftops!!!
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The sweetest couple photo/video duo is Shae and Joey. These two are engaged so they work so well together and their styles are very similar. Joey had our teaser to us the DAY AFTER our wedding and Shae had sneak peeks to us by the Tuesday after. I am so impressed with their work and how they made us feel on our wedding day and our day after session. (Do a day after session! We got to spend our wedding day without stressing If we got enough photos!) They made us feel so comfortable and it was just like we have been friends for a while! They were professional and worked like ninjas In the background of the wedding day while still getting all of the shots.
Shae is a 29 year old Washington Wedding Photographer. She specializes in Washington weddings, elopements and engagements throughout Washington State. She loves to capture all of your most precious moments in a warm, earthy and candid way.