Seattle-based Wedding Bureau Photographer Doug Plummer has photographed for Sony, the Federal Home Loan Bank, Immunex, Outside Magazine, Smithsonian, Discover, Sunset, and the University of Washington. He has been featured in Photo District News and Photographer's Market . His travel photography has taken Doug to the Arctic, the Caribbean, Czech Republic, Australia, Alaska, France, Norway, Canada, England and Ireland and throughout the US. He has received awards from Communication Arts and the Washington Society of Professional Journalists.

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“I don't really know where to begin, but I must say that this work is a breath of fresh air. You've captured a treasure chest of angles and perspectives in each environment, your compositions allow a designer to REALLY use its negative space, the way you pull the soul from the eyes of your portraits...”
-Tracy Raff, Senior Designer, NCSDO, Baltimore, MD

“We were thrilled with how the piece turned out. Couldn't be happier, actually. So far, we've received nothing but positive feedback, both on content and design, and the photography. The comment has been repeatedly, "the photos just POP." ”
-Beth Duncan, Associate Director, Communications and Marketing, Illinois Institute of Technology

“I had a chance to review the Stern photos right now and am just delighted with the quality and breadth of what you were able to capture. You were able to capture the scenarios we wanted, you got lots of wonderful detail, and the community warmth shines through it all. It's wonderful, Doug. Thanks again for yet another triumph.”
--Matthew Swanson, Account Executive, NCSDO

“Doug. You rock! Listen it was a pleasure to meet you and I really love your work- just took a little look around, and I love what I see. I am glad that YU chose you to take these photos- you have a personality draped around your neck, not just a camera. Your personal viewpoint and warmth shed an effusive grace and beauty into your work like a permeating light that makes your work glow. You stand out as an artist in your field. ”
-Jeremy Gaisin, photo subject

“Dude, all of your photos seem to be blurry. I think you have left the aperture open too long.”
-flam1ngturkey@hotmail.com

“Just a quick thank you for your wonderful work over the past few days. I thoroughly enjoyed our time together, and, more importantly, we captured a lot of great images and ideas to use in our upcoming publications. Thank you for your good humor, your diligence and your thoughtfulness. I look forward to our continuing work on this project.”
-Melissa Meltzer, Director of Publications, University of Chicago

“You have been terrific, particularly in light of the fact that you've just come through three grueling shoots in succession. (And what a joy it is to read your blog. It underscores the sensitivity and sensibility that you bring to this work.)”
-Clifford Lull, President, NCSDO

“Thank you! I enjoyed your site's beautiful photographs and quiet, simple, truths.”
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“what i love about your photos -- besides that they are simply beautiful -- is that they capture the FEELING,they magically show the energy of the motion [of dance], your work is stunning ... i spent some time on your website and just marveled.”
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“Spending the last few days with you photographing YU has been a real experience. Not only have I become obsessed with photography, but I think I look at faces and my surroundings differently now. I am obviously no professional but you taught me so much in such a short amount of time. When Matthew told us about you he described you as being in your face and yet subtle. His description was pretty accurate. It was amazing watching you moving around classrooms without anyone noticing.”
-Aliza Abrams, student guide at Yeshiva University

“When I opened the picture you sent me, I almost started to cry...it is soooo beautiful!!!! Thank you! THANK YOU for the most wonderful wedding pictures I have seen in my entire life. I absolutely love each and every one of the photos....thank you so much. Everyone loves your work - I am so proud of the pics, I am showing them to everyone ”
-Millen Babayev, wedding client

“OHHHH, the photos. We love them. Everyone is loving them cross continental. The day seems right at hand when we review them. Sometimes we review them daily in bits and pieces and talk about that particular day, or what someone said, etc. So that's been very special and has done exactly what we wanted them to do ... keep it all alive and real for us.”
-Monica Gilmore, wedding client

Stephen Brashear covers Seattle for The Wedding Bureau. He is presently a freelance photographer with nine years experience working on a various newspaper staffs. His work had been honored by the National Press Photographers Association Regional Monthly Clip Contest, the Society of Professional Journalist, the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association and the Montana Newspaper Association. His work has appeared in Sports Illustrated, American Profile, Entrepreneur Magazine and Outdoor Life Magazine and his clients include Getty Images, Bloomberg News Service, the Wall Street Journal, New York Times Magazine. He attended the Eddie Adams Workshop in 2000 and was a member of a staff the won third place for Best Use of Pictures (under 25,000 circulation) in the NPPA/University of Missouri Pictures of the Year Competition. Stephen has a degree in English from Whitworth College in Spokane.

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The Wedding Bureau was terrific! We couldn’t be happier with our photographs!
-Grace (July 23, 2005)

I will recommend The Wedding Bureau to anyone planning a wedding. We are so pleased!
-Katherine (May 20, 2006)

The album came out perfect!! We’re happy to finally show it to all our family and friends who’ve been asking about it. They all have loved it, too!! Thank you so much for all your help and expertise!
-Humberto (October 29, 2005)

I wanted to formally thank you for all of your help with planning the photography for my recent wedding. You have been extremely friendly and helpful through the entire process. That helped me to know that I had made the right decision. Thank you so much for your excellent customer service.
-Lauren (April 14, 2007)

“The pictures are more beautiful than I expected. Thank you so much for all the extra effort. Thank you again for the beautiful and unique pictures”
-Melissa

“Let me tell you how happy I was with my pictures! I absolutely loved them. That night was one of the best of my life and you captured everything that made it special. There were so many fabulous pictures of my husband and me. The pictures of the reception are priceless. You really did such an amazing job. Thank you so much for making my whole experience so stress free. You really made me feel comfortable and I never worried about how my pictures were going to come out. Everything was perfect and I wouldn't have changed a thing.”
-Marilyn

“I had a wonderful experience with your company. Everyone says the pictures are the best they have ever seen. I am very happy with them. Thanks for making it a wonderful experience. I will definitely recommend you to friends.”
-Rebecca

“Of all the things involved with planning my wedding, you have made hiring a photographer the smoothest and easiest.”
-Melissa

“We got the albums and we love them, they’re great! Thank you very much, we are very happy with you all and everything you have done and every contact we have had from beginning to end.”
-Abby

“I have had nothing short of a wonderful experience working with the Wedding Bureau during the planning for my wedding. They were quick to respond to my initial contact and bent over backward to assist me and answer all my questions. I highly recommend the Wedding Bureau and can't wait to see my wedding through the eyes of our photographer.”
-Pattye

“I really just can't say enough about how fabulous our wedding photos are... we have so many wonderful family moments captured on film. And not only the results were fabulous, but so was the process. Thank you for everything!”
-Debbie

“The Wedding Bureau was such a help to me in planning our wedding photography. The photographers did such a wonderful job photographing our rehearsal dinner and wedding day this past February. They covered every aspect of our wedding day from getting ready to the last dance. Our albums are beautiful.”
-Christa

“The pictures are awesome. So many great shots. Thank you for the great coverage. You really captured the feeling of the day and the personality of people (especially me and Stephen). We were both so pleased and so were my parents. You added to the day with your presence, something the typical wedding photog could not hope for.”
-Shannon

“We were so thrilled to receive the pictures yesterday!! They are simply phenomenal and we thank you for your wonderful work -- they were so fun to look at and remember."
-Molly

“... Got the pics back - they look stunning! I'm thrilled.”
-Allegra

“Thank you for everything. You were wonderful. Thanks for all your patience and good humor and putting up with our antics. Everyone thought you did a fantastic job. I hope you had a little fun as well”!
-Kara

“Thank you so much for everything. The pictures are fantastic... we’re going to have difficulty choosing our favorites.”
-Kathy

“We received the photos yesterday and everyone is very pleased. They are beautiful! I cried again looking at the ceremony pictures! We had a wonderful time and feel so lucky to have found you.”
-Jennifer