What do I love about what I do?

Pretty much everything, but the best part is all of you. I consider it an incredible privilege to be invited into your weddings and lives, to share your moments and help you tell your stories. And, what amazing stories! I am blessed, no, lavished with amazing clients who share their lives with me and often become my friends. What isn’t there to love about that?!

Oh, and, yes, I’ve won awards (Portland Photographic Society and Bravo Weddings) and I’ve been doing this for a while, over 15 years and 300 weddings. I’m still crazy in love with my husband, Vince, after 20 years of marriage. I have a beautiful daughter, Paris, who I will never tire of making banana bread for. I live with my Russell terrier, Fitz, who loves new friends. And, I’m in love with anything Italian—in fact, I love to travel so much that even going to Iowa gets me excited (no offense Iowa).

But, enough about me, let’s talk about you.

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Wedding party laughing inside vehicle, Vancouver WA, Portland OR, capturing family joy in black and white.

We Find The Real

Real moments lead to real memories that matter. There is no need to generate or manufacture the beauty and realities of our lives. My job is just to capture the moments as they pass. I want you to feel comfortable and connected so that your photos showcase your unique story.

Wedding Photography with a Bride and Groom on a Bike. Wedding Photography Vancouver Washington.

Classic Photography that lasts

With over 15 years of experience, I've seen photography trends come and go. But, the real goal of photography is to deliver memories that hold up to time. We tell the story that your event paints. Some are bright and colorful, while others are best shared in black & white. Whatever the feel we want it to hold up against the clock, so you can be proud of your memories as they grow farther into the distance.

An outdoors wedding photo by the water. Wedding photography in the Pacific Northwest.

Art made for Showcasing

I very much believe in the idea that photography was meant to be seen as art. Sure some photos are great for sharing via phone or looking at in a small frame. But some photography is at its best when delivered as artwork. Grand photos hanging on walls to be seen by everyone that comes into your home.

Clients Love April Williams Photography

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   Amanda Perez 
 September 4, 2026
 
 
  I met April at a wedding expo in Portland, she was the first person I talked to about photography for my wedding with my now husband. April is extremely nice and professional. Gave us a very thorough interview for what we wanted and how it was going to go. Check in with us along the way even gave us helpful advice with wedding planning. The day of our Wedding, all of our guests adore April and everyone enjoyed their time with her. Both my Husband and I agree, April was our favorite part of the wedding process and we couldn't be happier with our photos. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Amanda Perez 
 September 4, 2026
 
 
  I met April at a wedding expo in Portland, she was the first person I talked to about photography for my wedding with my now husband. April is extremely nice and professional. Gave us a very thorough interview for what we wanted and how it was going to go. Check in with us along the way even gave us helpful advice with wedding planning. The day of our Wedding, all of our guests adore April and everyone enjoyed their time with her. Both my Husband and I agree, April was our favorite part of the wedding process and we couldn't be happier with our photos. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Bonnie French 
 October 3, 2025
 
 
  April was absolutely AMAZING! She was professional, reliable, energetic, communicative, accommodating… I could go on and on, but her work speaks for itself. Hiring April is a no-brainer!
  
 
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   Brett Baldwin 
 June 27, 2025
 
 
  April is amazing! She’s so fun and upbeat and willing to do what it takes to get the shot, no matter how wild our idea was. She had some pretty wild and fun ideas herself! April’s creativity and passion for photography is unmatched. She made us both feel so comfortable and the pictures are perfection. Her additional products for purchase are also amazing and fairly priced. We loved working with April and are certainly looking forward to another shoot in the near future!
  
 
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   Sondra Pierson 
 June 14, 2025
 
 
  You cannot go wrong booking with April. She is such a fun and sweet, fun loving soul and we just loved her vibe right from the start. Shes so creative and fun and really has a passion for photography. We had the absolute best time and will absolutely be booking with April again in the future for any and all photo needs
  
 
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   Elizabeth Curland 
 November 12, 2024
 
 
  April was a wonderful fellow vendor to work with! She has a wonderful eye and a personality that makes you want to enjoy a very long cup of coffee with her. Could not recommend her enough for your special day!
  
 
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   Elizabeth 
 November 12, 2024
 
 
 Verified A fantastic vendor to work with!
April was wonderful to work with! She was the main photographer at a wedding where I did videography, and every minute of working with her was so easy and enjoyable! It's very common to lose touch with fellow vendors after the big day, but April has kept in touch with me ever since and even sent work my way! So grateful to know I have another good friend in this crazy world. Could not recommend her enough for her artist's eye and her wonderful personality! You'll be in great hands hiring her!
  
 
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   ELIZABETH Curland 
 November 12, 2024
 
 
  As a fellow vendor, April was a dream to work with, making everything so stress-free and fun. Watching her direct the group photos was especially a joy! Cannot recommend her enough for her artist's eye and her great personality! You can't go wrong hiring her!
  
 
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   Amanda Stepanovich 
 September 5, 2024
 
 
  Choosing April as our photographer was hands down the best decision my husband and I made for our wedding—truly, for any vendor. From our very first meeting, we knew she was special, but she went on to exceed every expectation we had. If you’re searching for someone who’s fun, lighthearted, and down-to-earth, yet knows how to take charge and keep your day on track, April is your go-to. She takes the time to learn every single person’s name in your wedding party and family, making everyone feel seen and valued. When one of our other vendors was incredibly late, April was there to comfort us and keep the day running smoothly. April has this incredible way of making you feel right at home while striking the perfect balance between professionalism and fun. I could go on forever about how much we love her! We’ve already talked about booking her for future child photoshoots (for kids who don’t even exist yet, but still!). I would work with her over and over again—she’s absolutely worth every penny and moment of your time.
  
 
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   Brittney Blondino 
 July 8, 2024
 
 
  April was professional, fun, and collaborative. I am a wedding planner and had the priviledge of working with April on a recent wedding. She has the undeniable ability to make her clients feel comfortable in front of the camera and has great communication before, during, and after the event. Not to mention her photos are beautiful! I highly recommend her to document your next milestone and adventure!
  
 
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   Megan Potuznik 
 August 12, 2023
 
 
  We knew April was going to be our photographer almost immediately when we met with her because she is such a joy to be around. Her experience really shows in the way that she presents herself and the quality and timeliness of her work. We ended up running short on time for photos on our wedding day but April was able to be flexible and still capture plenty of amazing shots for us. In addition, we had specifically said how we wanted to prioritize candid shots of our friends and family during the reception, and we’re so happy with the amount she delivered! April does an incredible job and we can’t recommend her more!
  
 
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   KARLA LEWIS 
 July 31, 2023
 
 
  April did my son wedding in Portland and was fantastic!!  I can't wait to see all the pictures!
  
 
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   Leah Pope 
 July 19, 2023
 
 
  Wow she was great. She was a bubbly personality that made everyone feel comfortable. Even people who hated taking photos were doing it! She was so so so happy be and I cant wait to see all the photos she has . Amazing!
  
 
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   Sarah Clark 
 April 12, 2023
 
 
  April is the absolute best. She is such a great photographer and so fun to work with. The pure joy and fun that she has with every photo shoot makes everything amazing. You cannot go wrong with April!
  
 
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   Sarah Davis 
 April 12, 2023
 
 
  April is the absolute best. She is such a great photographer and so fun to work with. The pure joy and fun that she has with every photo shoot makes everything amazing. You cannot go wrong with April! She will get everyone smiling and accommodate as much as she can with your photo desires.