Business Details
32 Years
experience
Seattle Photographer | Capturing Stories Through Images
With over 30 years of professional photography experience in Seattle, I specialize in capturing authentic stories through images. My work spans weddings, portraits, commercial projects, and editorial storytelling, focusing on emotional narratives that resonate deeply with viewers. I approach each assignment with a photojournalistic foundation, blending technical expertise with a natural ability to connect with subjects. My commitment to quality is reflected in curated galleries that highlight genuine moments, from intimate family portraits to large-scale corporate events. I prioritize client collaboration, ensuring every project aligns with their unique vision while maintaining artistic integrity.My team delivers timely, stress-free service, handling unexpected challenges with creative solutions. Backed by decades of industry experience, I provide high-impact visual content tailored to both personal and business needs. Client satisfaction remains my top priority, demonstrated through personalized attention and a transparent workflow. My portfolio showcases diverse capabilities, from dynamic wedding coverage to professional headshots that elevate brand identities.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Photography
Commercial Photography
Senior Portraits
Elopement Coverage
Business Headshots
Editorial Photography
Event Documentation
Personal Branding
Architectural Photography
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of professional photography experience in Seattle
- Our team provides personalized, stress-free photography sessions
- We specialize in diverse genres including weddings and commercial projects
- We guarantee timely delivery of curated, high-quality image galleries
- Our photographers handle unexpected challenges with creative solutions
Services
Wedding Photography
Specializing in emotional storytelling through wedding photography, we capture authentic moments from ceremonies, receptions, and pre-wedding events. Our photojournalistic approach documents genuine interactions while creating artistic portraits. Services include full-day coverage, image curation, and digital delivery within six weeks.
Portrait Photography
Creating compelling portraits that reveal subjects' personalities through strategic location selection and lighting. Sessions include senior portraits, family photography, and individual branding images. We focus on natural expressions and environmental context to produce impactful visual narratives for personal and professional use.
Commercial Photography
Providing professional visual content for corporate clients including headshots, product photography, and architectural documentation. Our services enhance marketing materials with high-quality images that communicate brand identity. We specialize in creating consistent visual assets for websites, proposals, and promotional campaigns.
Elopement Coverage
Documenting small-scale weddings and courthouse ceremonies with discreet, flexible photography services. We adapt to unique venues and timelines while maintaining storytelling quality. Packages include location scouting assistance and customized coverage options for destination elopements.
Editorial Photography
Producing narrative-driven photographs for publications and corporate communications. Our editorial work combines documentary techniques with artistic composition to illustrate articles, annual reports, and marketing campaigns. Services include concept development and location-based shoots that visually support written content.
People
Cory Parris
Photographer & Owner
Professional photographer with 30+ years experience in Seattle. Specializes in wedding, portrait, and commercial photography. Former Seattle Sonics intern photographer. Teaches and mentors wedding photographers. Published award-winning photographer with journalism background.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
I combine photojournalism with artistic portraiture, focusing on emotional storytelling. My approach documents authentic moments while creating dramatic, compositionally strong images for weddings and commercial projects.
How long does it take to receive final images?
Wedding galleries deliver within six weeks, with occasional sneak peeks available sooner. Commercial projects typically complete within two weeks, depending on editing requirements and client feedback cycles.
Do you photograph LGBTQ weddings?
Yes, I've photographed commitment ceremonies and LGBTQ weddings since the mid-1990s. All couples receive equal attention to storytelling and documentation of their unique celebration.
Can you handle unexpected wedding day changes?
Absolutely. With Seattle's unpredictable weather and venue challenges, I adapt quickly to schedule changes, location modifications, and unexpected circumstances while maintaining photographic quality and coverage.
What equipment do you use?
Professional-grade Canon cameras with multiple backup systems. I carry redundant equipment for weddings and commercial shoots, including multiple camera bodies, lenses, and lighting setups to ensure uninterrupted coverage.
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Reviews (7)
Lauryn Boelke
Feb 23, 2022
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We hired Cory Parris to take professional headshots for our team. He was very professional overall and proactive in reaching out for scheduling, which made working with him extremely easy. Not only did he effortlessly find suitable backgrounds and lighting for our photos, but he also created a comfortable environment through his light-hearted personality. The overall experience was very enjoyable, we would definitely recommend his services!
Cailey Marsh
Dec 19, 2021
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We were lucky enough to have Cory photograph two events for us- first our private courthouse wedding ceremony in 2019, then a very belated reception in 2021. Cory was amazing on both occasions. His photos are absolutely wonderful! I am stunned by how unique and beautiful the photos are. The crowd pictures, especially the ones on the dance floor, do a wonderful job of capturing the sheer joy of our day. Cory is a delight to talk with and many of our guests commented on how nice and fun he was!
We also appreciated how responsive and organized he was throughout the process. It was also exceptionally helpful to have Cory leading the way for our courthouse ceremony- he is an unofficial expert on the process and really helped us through where to go and when! At the end of the day, his pictures speak for themselves! Thank you, Cory!
We also appreciated how responsive and organized he was throughout the process. It was also exceptionally helpful to have Cory leading the way for our courthouse ceremony- he is an unofficial expert on the process and really helped us through where to go and when! At the end of the day, his pictures speak for themselves! Thank you, Cory!
M. Olsson
Apr 10, 2020
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Cory was wonderful. He was polite, professional, but also goofy and fun. He took great photos and we all had a great time at our semi-elopement wedding. My husband and I wanted to go the courthouse route, but that was not working out and Cory as great just rolling with our change of plans. Excellent eye and captioned some really sweet moments. He was not priced cheaply. But he was not priced outrageously high either. Solid mid-line pricing in my opinion. But! the end product was/is SO beautiful. Would recommend. Might hire him again!
Debbie Forssman
Dec 31, 2019
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Cory was the photographer for my daughter's Seattle Courthouse wedding. What a delightful man and an amazing experience. Nothing was too much trouble for Cory to capture the perfect picture. The compliments she received about her photos being the "best I've ever seen" are testament to his wonderful talent. I highly recommend him.
Jeni S.
Nov 30, 2019
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My husband and I were absolutely blown away by how easy it was to work with Cory and how amazing our photos turned out. We got married at the Seattle Municipal Courthouse last month and he made the process seamless and stress free, despite us being a little late getting there. We just got our photos back and couldn't be happier!
Shelley Elenbaas
Oct 18, 2019
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Cory has been our family photographer for the past 10 years. He has also been the photographer for both of our daughter's weddings, which tells you how much we trust him and how much we love his work. He takes amazing photos and is pleasant and easy to work with. He worked miracles recently by getting all three of our grandchildren to look at the camera at the same time, and to capture the most adorable smiles and photos of our family.
We have never been disappointed with his work and would highly recommend him for family photos, engagements, weddings, and we've even had him take professional shots for several members of our family. We can't say enough good things about Cory and his professionalism, his experience, and his ability to make magic happen with his camera. He does amazing work!
We have never been disappointed with his work and would highly recommend him for family photos, engagements, weddings, and we've even had him take professional shots for several members of our family. We can't say enough good things about Cory and his professionalism, his experience, and his ability to make magic happen with his camera. He does amazing work!
Wenyu Wu
Jul 15, 2019
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Cory did an amazing job with our wedding photos. He is very easy to work with and is very willing to accommodate our schedule. He also gives great tips and tricks on how to relax and feel less awkward with photo taking. Everyone loved the photos! Pricing is reasonable judging from the quality of his work. I am really glad that I had Cory's help on wedding photography!
