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About

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

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,500

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

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$3,500

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 is highly recommended as a wedding photographer by multiple reviewers. Her cinematic style and ability to capture natural moments without feeling forced or posed are praised. Reviewers appreciate her calm and friendly demeanor, as well as her organizational skills. Many couples mention that Barbarah's photos perfectly convey the emotions of their special day and that they would choose her again for future events. Overall, reviewers highlight her talent, professionalism, and ability to make clients feel comfortable in front of the camera.

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Barbarah is highly recommended as a wedding photographer by multiple reviewers. Her cinematic style and ability to capture natural moments without feeling forced or posed are praised. Reviewers appreciate her calm and friendly demeanor, as well as her organizational skills. Many couples mention that Barbarah's photos perfectly convey the emotions of their special day and that they would choose her again for future events. Overall, reviewers highlight her talent, professionalism, and ability to make clients feel comfortable in front of the camera.

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.
Victoria
Victoria S. 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.
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Alejandra L. 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!

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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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