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  • A couple kissing in front of a vintage car at a wedding, with a garden and building in the background.
  • flat lay details for a lesbian wedding in seattle
  • Bride and groom kissing while crossing a street in an urban setting, man holding a bouquet of flowers.
  • Historic red-brick mansion with a fountain and garden, featuring two people in formal attire near the entrance.
  • A joyful bride and groom at a wedding reception, with the groom holding the bride in his arms. The bride is smiling and holding a bouquet, wearing a light-colored dress and sparkling heels. String lights and paper lanterns hang overhead, with a crowd clapping in the background.
  • Elegant table setting with blue candles, floral centerpieces, crystal glassware, and wooden chairs, ideal for a formal event or wedding.
  • Bride and groom walking outdoors with guests clapping, mountains and forest in background, wedding celebration, daytime.
  • A white wedding dress hanging on a wooden arch surrounded by colorful flowers, set against a scenic forest background with blue sky and clouds.
  • Outdoor wedding ceremony under a wooden arbor with a bride and groom kissing, surrounded by a bridal party and guests seated on wooden chairs in a lush garden setting.
  • Blurred black and white image of two people standing in tall grass, focusing on their torsos and hands.
  • Couple in wedding attire standing on a treehouse balcony surrounded by forest.
  • A bride and groom kiss outdoors at their wedding, surrounded by seated and standing guests applauding, with a scenic background of trees and water.
  • A couple standing near a reflective lake with a mountain backdrop, surrounded by trees and autumn foliage.
  • Wedding couple kissing under a transparent umbrella in a brick alleyway, with the bride holding a colorful bouquet.
  • People dancing at a party with colorful light trails and bubbles.
  • Heart-shaped cake with "just married" icing, decorated with whipped cream and cherries.
  • Aerial view of a couple embracing on a spiral staircase in a historic building, with ornate railing and patterned floor tiles.
  • Outdoor wedding ceremony with bride and groom under a gazebo, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen, large trees in the background, and guests seated.
  • A couple walking hand in hand on a coastal trail surrounded by trees and flowers, overlooking the ocean at sunset.
  • Couple in heavy clothing sitting on a wooden bench atop a mountain, with a scenic view of misty clouds and trees; a bottle of champagne in a bucket with glasses is on the bench.
  • Bride and groom kissing indoors, seated, wearing formal attire, with a bouquet and reflective wall decor behind.
  • Couple lying on light floor, both dressed in black; woman wearing velvet dress and gloves, man in suit with Gucci belt. Intimate pose, face to face.
  • Elegant banquet hall set up for dining with decorated tables, chandeliers, blue drapery, and artistic wall panels.
  • Black and white image of two people embracing with joyful expressions.
  • Bride and groom holding lanterns by a lake at dusk, wearing a wedding dress and suit, looking at each other.
  • Couple dancing in front of colorful mural
  • Two brides in wedding dresses kissing on a couch in a stylish room with artwork on the wall.
  • A couple sitting face-to-face on a ferry, with a sea view through the window, holding hands and smiling at each other.
  • Woman in floral robe sitting on hotel bed, writing in journal next to lamp and towels.
  • Vintage-style wedding invitation with floral design, surrounded by a lace doily, pearl necklace, floral boutonniere, decorative hairpin, and a ring in a box on a wooden surface.
  • Two dogs dressed in wedding attire, a Corgi wearing a leafy wreath and a Doberman in a bow tie and vest-like accessory, standing on grass, with people in formal attire partially visible.
  • Bride and groom joyfully holding hands on a rooftop with a cityscape and Ferris wheel in the background.
  • People dancing at a lively wedding reception with colorful light trails.
  • A black and white photo of a couple playfully flipping each other off in an outdoor setting.
  • Couple at a wedding exit surrounded by guests and bubbles
  • Outdoor wedding reception setup with round tables, white chairs, pink tablecloths, green napkins, and floral centerpieces.
  • Elegant banquet hall with round tables, chairs, large windows, and decorative lighting.
  • Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking up stairs towards a group of people at a wedding reception, with the bride holding a bouquet and wearing a veil.
  • A woman in a traditional red dress offers tea to a seated couple during a tea ceremony, with a man in a suit beside her. Framed photos and flowers are in the background.
  • Two people dancing at an indoor event with artistic lighting, surrounded by other guests and tables. A DJ is visible in the background.
  • Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with wooden chairs arranged in rows facing a decorated wooden arbor. The arbor is adorned with fabric drapes and floral arrangements. Surrounding trees display autumn foliage.
  • Group of people at a wedding, bride in white dress with bouquet, surrounded by smiling bridesmaids in green dresses and groomsmen in tan suits, outdoors with greenery background.

Behind The Lens

julie anne morgan

Greetings! I'm Julie, a Seattle based wedding + elopement photographer and filmmaker and owner of sound & sea photography + films. i am a nostalgia collector, using photo + video to preserve the stories and emotions of lifeโ€™s most significant moments.

From elegant traditional weddings to intimate mountain elopements, vibrant multi-day multicultural celebrations, and simple Seattle courthouse ceremonies, we embrace weddings of all shapes and sizes. we have documented over 300 weddings and elopements across Seattle, Washington, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond, and are here to expertly guide you every step of the way.

Sound & Sea photography + films offers comprehensive services - including 35mm film photography, Super 8 movie add-onโ€™s, and a small team of passionate associate photographers and videographers ensuring your memories are preserved beautifully via stills and movement.

Learn more about julie & her team

weddings

portraits

glowing testimonials

  • working with sound & sea for our wedding photography and videography was an absolute dream come true. From start to finish, every member of their team was a delight to work with, making our experience truly enjoyable and stress-free.

    gina & matt

  • Julie truly made our wedding unforgettable!

    manpreet & david

  • selecting her team was easily the best vendor decision we made and seeing our sneak peeks only reinforced it. THANK YOU for making us look so good and being a breeze to work with. I love working with women who get stuff done!

    haley & tucker

  • Julie provided great communication throughout the process and made a clear effort at getting to know the kind of couple we were so she could really capture the things that mattered to us.

    jordana & philip

  • Sound & Sea Photography exceeded all our expectations! Their team exudes energy and enthusiasm, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. Their professionalism and meticulous organization from the initial preparations to the event itself and beyond left us thoroughly impressed.

    emma & jeremy

  • Julie and the team did everything in their power to make my day special. The attention to detail is unmatched, and they were the best vendors in terms of communication and organization. Our engagement shoot was lovely, and the photos for the day of turned out perfect. The highlight video is so special, I couldn't have imagined a better version.

    dawn & colin

  • anyone that is reading this and considering Julie/Sound and Sea, just stop right now and go with her. You won't regret it at all!

    brian & beth

  • Julie was so wonderful to work with and we couldn't be happier with how our photos from the day turned out. She is a total pro, fun, easy-going, on-top-of-things, talented, and every other adjective. From planning to follow up, everything was seamless and straight forward wither her. We loved our experience and would recommend her to anyone we met. Thank you Julie!

    jenny & nick

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highlight films

press & awards

  • The New York Times logo in blackletter font
  • "Best in the PNW 2023 Winner" badge with Seattle skyline for The Seattle Times People's Choice.
  • Seattle Bride Best of 2023 Winner logo
  • The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame blue badge
  • 2022 Wedding Rule Editor's Choice Awards Winner badge with stars.
  • WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 logo with five stars and a yellow border.
  • 2023 WeddingRule Editor's Choice Awards Winner badge with star design.
  • WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 badge with five gold stars.

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