Alexa W.

I've had the privilege of working by Brady's side many times for wedding days as a photographer! The work that Brady brings to the table with his film & super 8 is immaculate & completely elevates the documentation of your wedding. His images/films are both artistic & nostalgic, transporting you right back to that cherished space & all its memories. There is no greater gift to receive than the one he gives through the art he creates-- you'd be missing out if you didn't hire him for film or super 8!

Alivia F.

Brady is not only a long time friend, but an incredible photographer. He photographed my husband and I's engagement session, and after receiving the images back, it was an easy decision to have him shoot our destination wedding in Iceland. He is SO fun to work with, makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera, and has such a warm and fun personality. The perfect photographer to travel across the world with. Can't recommend him enough. Such a talented photographer!

Leah W.

Where do I even START?! Brady is such an amazing human and an equally amazingly talented photographer. He captured photos of my boyfriend and I and made us feel so comfortable and natural in front of the camera. He has such a warm, positive and fun spirit that brought amazing energy to our session with him. We are sooo obsessed with the photos we got back, and are forever grateful for Brady!

Tandy R.

I will forever be grateful for the moments Brady Bates Photography captured for my husband and I. We were in absolute awe when we opened our gallery and honestly felt like we were reliving the moments all over again. Brady has a true gift when it comes to making you feel comfortable and in the moment. He captured our love so well and we cannot thank him enough for these moments on the Oregon Coast. I would highly recommend him for anyone wanting all the beautiful intimate moments captured in their life.

Samantha S.

My fiancé asked Brady to shoot our engagement and it was perfect! He even helped my fiancé set up the proposal. Brady immediately made us feel comfortable and really captured our special day. My fiancé and I didn't want the session to end, we were having so much fun. Not to mention the photos came out better than we could have imagined.I cannot recommend Brady enough!

Christian M.

I have been a fan of Brady's work for four years. As someone who loves photography, his work both inspired and encouraged me when I first started out. When it came time to get some pictures done for my own engagement, he was easily the first person my fiancée and I thought of.

The Shoot:
Brady was attentive, intentional with the details, and knew how to be professional yet fun. The whole shoot was organized and planned from start to finish. He excels with location based shoots, and clearly took his time in planning out unique spots ahead of time for us to get some really memorable shots. The entire time I felt comfortable knowing that the end result would be a collection of photographs we would absolutely love. (Spoiler: we absolutely loved them)

Turn Time:
It was not even a week when we had BEAUTIFUL edits to share with friends and family. No complaints here.

The Edits:
If you've seen Brady's work, you know what you're getting: Beautiful, warm, natural, and elegant edits. His style is both unique and inclusive: anyone from your grandparents to your little nieces and nephews will fall in love with them. It is so rare to find someone who uses both natural lighting, simple settings, and tasteful editing to create some of the most timeless photos I have ever seen.

We could not recommend Brady enough, and will absolutely use him for every photo need in the future.

Megan V.

My fiancé and I had the pleasure of working with Brady back in February for our engagement shoot. From start to finish, Brady's assistance and professionalism left a lasting impression.

We were travelling to Palm Springs from Canada and had chosen to schedule the shoot during our vacation. Despite being unable to meet in person before the session, he went the extra mile by arranging a Zoom call. This not only allowed us to become acquainted but also gave us the chance to address any questions we had. He was incredibly helpful throughout the whole experience, offering any advice where he could and ensuring that our vision aligned with his expertise.

On the day of the shoot, despite our initial nervousness in front of the camera, Brady's demeanor instantly put us at ease. His affable nature and skillful direction transformed what could have been an apprehensive experience into a comfortable and enjoyable one, and the photos truly exceeded our expectations.

More than a skilled photographer, Brady was a true joy to work with. His warm personality and genuine passion for his craft created a positive and engaging atmosphere throughout the day. Looking back, we consider ourselves incredibly fortunate to have booked him for this special occasion. His ability to connect, collaborate, and create is a testament to his exceptional talent. We would recommend his services to anyone seeking not just a photographer, but a partner in capturing life's significant moments.

Stefannie M.

I would make the decision to hire Brady 1000 times over again. As soon as I saw his portfolio, I was immediately a fan but I was not prepared for the album, videography and overall experience when working with him. Investing in wedding photography can be a daunting decision but trust me when I say working with Brady was worth every single penny.

His work:
Brady is an incredible talent. Not only are the technical skills he has to be able to work in multiple mediums (digital, multiple analog cameras, and Super 8) top-notch and hard to come by, he is able do so seamlessly while on-the-fly in multiple locations throughout the wedding day. More than that, the true talent that Brady brings to the table is his ability to capture intimate moments throughout the wedding in an intentional, artful way. His editing style is consistent, refined and timeless. When looking for a wedding photographer I was looking for my wedding album to unique, modern and something my family could have to cherish for years to come. Brady checked all of these boxes and more. On top of that, I have had many of my friends and family reach out and specifically compliment Brady’s work above all else that day.

Overall experience:
From a client perspective, Brady provides an incredible experience from start to finish. After my first call with him it was clear that he has an incredible artistic vision, that he loves what he does and that he would be awesome to work with. Brady was someone I could consult with when scouting photo locations, lighting and any other questions I had throughout the process. He genuinely cares about your story and the overall success of your wedding day. He is reliable, communicative and prompt. It is very apparent that he takes pride in the small details to ensure a positive experience for his clients from the initial touch point to the final hand off.

If Brady is available for your wedding date would not miss out on the opportunity to work with him! I cannot recommend him more.