William West Studio

I’ve been photographing weddings for over two decades, always mindful that I’m witnessing one of the most important days in someone’s life. My approach is simple: stay out of the way and keep things easy and laid-back. I’m not there to stage or create moments, but to notice what’s already there: the quiet glances, the laughter, and the in-between seconds that often matter the most. I’ve photographed weddings in thirty-two states and several countries, from living rooms to castles and everything in between. Before weddings, I worked in graphic communications and partnered with publications including Rolling Stone, Architectural Digest, Bon Appétit, and The New Yorker, and spent time on staff at a NYC-based celebrity magazine. My wedding work has taken me across the country and abroad, with images published in Vogue, Tatler, GQ, and The New York Times. At home, life revolves around my beautiful wife and our three amazing daughters, and I try to bring that same care and thoughtfulness to every wedding I photograph. Thanks for taking a look at my work. I’d love to hear about your wedding.