Wedding Coordinator vs. Venue Coordinator: Understanding the Difference (and Why It Matters)

One of the most underrated questions that I wish more couples would ask is:“Our venue includes a coordinator—do we still need a wedding coordinator?” It’s an important question. The confusion around these roles is incredibly common, especially when you’re juggling dozens of decisions and trying to stay within budget. It’s so common that many couples […]

A Photographer’s Guide to a Gold Mountain Golf Club Wedding in Bremerton, WA

If you’re planning a wedding in Kitsap County and love the idea of lush Pacific Northwest scenery paired with an elegant, well-run venue, Gold Mountain Golf Club in Bremerton, Washington is one of those places that truly delivers. As a local Kitsap County wedding photographer who has photographed multiple weddings at Gold Mountain—and who lives […]

A Beautiful Canterwood Golf and Country Club Wedding | Jay Dee & Danielle

Bride & Groom portrait at Canterwood Golf & Country Club in Gig Harbor, WA

Some weddings feel extra special from the very beginning, and Jay Dee and Danielle’s Canterwood Golf and Country Club wedding was one of those days. From our very first meeting, I knew this couple was something unique. When I suggested a consultation, they didn’t just opt for a phone call—they invited me into their home. […]

Best Wedding Venues in Kitsap County: A Photographer’s Insider Guide

Olympic Room reception area at Gold Mountain Golf Club. One of the top wedding venues in Kitsap County

Finding the perfect place to say “I do” is one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning, and wedding venues in Kitsap County offer some of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning settings for your special day. As a local photographer who has captured countless weddings across the region, I’ve learned what makes a venue […]