Wedding & engagement photography

Your day, remembered
the way it felt.

Unhurried, honest wedding photography for couples who want to look back and feel the day again — not just see it.

Couple seated by the lake at golden hour

Portfolio

Recent love stories

Ceremonies, first looks and long receptions — a few favourites from this season.

The bands
Her gaze
Walking to the tower
Winter light
The traditional ceremony
The details
Getting ready
Under the veil
The groom waits
His side of the room
Down the aisle
Winter portraits
Just married
The rings
With this ring
Her hand in his
Among the guests
After the vows
She said yes
The grand staircase
City hall
Before the ceremony
By the water
Golden hour
Traditional attire
The two of them
Walking the line
Gold and black
A quiet adjustment
By the chapel
On the bench
Among the ferns
The sweetheart table
Cheek to cheek
Held close
The long walk
Golden field
In the woods
Under the oak
The veil
The entrance
Just the two of them
Morning light
Before it begins
Into the dress
Final touches
The first dance
Arm in arm
Deo Kanonga

About

Hi, I'm Deo.

I photograph weddings the way they actually unfold — the nervous hands before the aisle, the aunt who cries first, the dance floor at midnight. I stay close enough to catch it and far enough back that you forget I'm working.

Couples tell me they hate being photographed. Ten minutes into the first look, they've stopped noticing. That's the whole job: making room for the real thing to happen, then being ready when it does.

Services

What I photograph

Weddings

Full-day coverage from getting ready to the last dance, with a second photographer available.

Engagements

A relaxed session before the wedding — the easiest way to get comfortable with me and the camera.

Elopements

Small, intimate ceremonies at home or far from it. Travel welcome.

Vow renewals

For the years that came after the first promise, and everyone who's been there since.

Corporate events

Galas, conferences and celebrations, covered with the same eye for the unscripted moment.

Portraits

Family, graduation and milestone sessions, in studio or outdoors.

The experience

From first message
to final gallery

I

The conversation

Tell me your date and venue. We talk through your day, your family, and what matters most to you.

II

The plan

A timeline built around light, not just logistics, so the portraits land at the best hour of your day.

III

The day

I arrive early, stay close, and keep things calm. You get married. I take care of the rest.

IV

The gallery

A sneak peek within days, then your full high-resolution gallery, privately shareable with family anywhere.

Kind words

From our couples

Ravely & Ruth
“From the moment we met Deo when he did our engagement shoot, we knew we were in great hands.”
Ravely & Ruth
Eunice & Bopol
“My first glance of our photos brought me to tears. We're truly obsessed with our wedding photos.”
Eunice & Bopol
Chadrac & Belvie
“Anytime anyone asks "how was your wedding?" or "congratulations on your marriage, show me your favorite moments!" I take pride in showing them my family portraits, ceremony, and portraits captured by Deo.”
Chadrac & Belvie
John & Sarah
“There are very few photographers that you will get to work with, that are just as excited about the wedding day as the person who is getting married.”
John & Sarah

Inquire

Let's begin.

Tell me about your day. I'll reply within 24 hours with availability and collection details.

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Based in

Seattle. Available nationwide.

Response time

Within 24 hours

Booking

Dates are held with a signed agreement and retainer.