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On WeddingWire since 2017

Last update: October 2025

Chinook Photography is a wedding business based in Canmore, Alberta. This company specializes in creating stunning images by incorporating the natural environment into each couple’s photos. Owner and main photographer Chris Beck is an award-winning professional photographer who uses photojournalism as his primary style to document each celebration. When he’s not photographing weddings, Chris teaches photography classes and has taught for Canon USA and Alaskan Photography Tours. His images have been featured in publications like Bell’s Travel Guide, Alaska Home Magazine, Cosmopolitan, and more.

Services Offered

Chinook Photography serves couples marrying throughout the Banff area, as well as Calgary, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, and more. Couples can avail of all-inclusive wedding collections or hourly services. Services include the option to add a second photographer, printed items, engagement sessions, and more. Each package is available for customization to ensure that soon-to-be newlyweds receive the service they require.

Frequently asked questions

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

One event per day
2nd shooter
Add'l hours
Engagement shoot
High-res
Liability insurance
Multi. locations
Trash the dress

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital files
Flush mount
Matted prints
Negatives
Prints

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$1,900

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

One event per day
Digital files
High-res
Multi. locations
Prints

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,500

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

One event per day
2nd shooter
Digital files
Engagement shoot
High-res
Multi. locations
Prints
Slideshow / montage
illustration notebook

Any other questions?

Reviews for Chinook Photography

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Raquel Sent on 04/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

5 Star Photography

Chris (Chinook Photography) produced the most beautiful memories in photos to perfectly capture our daughter and son-in-law’s wedding day in the mountains. He didn’t miss a beat! From stunning panoramic views to surprise candids to fun group photos, he has an eye for it all. Thanks, Chris. We are thrilled with the album. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Erin
Erin Sent on 14/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the Best

We were beyond ecstatic to work with Chris and his team at Chinook Photography, right from the very beginning. Aside from choosing our venue, looking for a photographer was the next thing we did. Chris was nothing short of amazing to work with, from answering my endless questions, to planning out how everything would go, and providing just such amazing advice. The day of, Chris and Paul were on time, set up, and already taking pictures before we even knew it. They were so much fun while we were getting ready and doing portraits, and as a result, we literally can't even decide which photos are our favourites, there were just that many amazing ones.
We are so thankful to have gone with Chinook Photography, and we would recommend them without hesitation.

Thanks Chris!
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Bridget Sent on 25/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographers!

When my husband and I started planning our wedding, we knew we wanted our special day to be captured amidst the breathtaking scenery of Banff National Park. Entrusting this task to a photographer wasn't easy until we discovered Chinook Photography. From our initial consultation to the final delivery of our wedding photos, our experience with them was nothing short of exceptional.

Right off the bat, we were impressed with their professionalism. The team at Chinook Photography was responsive, respectful of our wishes, and went above and beyond to coordinate the photography sessions smoothly. They organized every detail meticulously, ensuring we could enjoy our day without worrying about capturing moments.

Their creativity truly sets them apart. Not only did they choose stunning outdoor locations that highlighted the natural beauty of Banff, but they also had an incredible eye for framing shots in ways we could never have imagined. Each photograph told a story, capturing the emotions and beauty of the day in a unique and powerful manner.

The quality of the photos we received was astounding. Every image was crisp, vibrant, and perfectly lit, regardless of the changing outdoor lighting conditions throughout the day. Their skillful editing enhanced the photos, making them look natural yet magical. Looking through our photos, we couldn’t believe how beautifully they encapsulated our wedding day.

Choosing Chinook Photography for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made. The combination of their professionalism, creativity, and the high quality of their work resulted in wedding photos that we will cherish forever. They managed to capture the essence of our love, the joy of our guests, and the majestic setting in a way that exceeded our expectations. If you’re getting married in or around Banff National Park and want your memories captured perfectly, Chinook Photography is the team to call.
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Sarah Sent on 15/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Chris and his team were absolutely fantastic photographers. He was extremely professional, made it clear he was there to support us on our special day

Chris and his team were absolutely fantastic photographers. He was extremely professional, made it clear he was there to support us on our special day however possible and took every opportunity to ensure we had memories for a lifetime. During the planning phase, he was detailed in understanding what we were looking for, he viewed our venue first with himself and his assistant to ensure he was confident with the venue and had strong communication leading up to our wedding. On event day, he was fun while also ensuring we had photos of every part of the day. When we had last-minute requests, he adjusted on the fly and was always there for us. The photos he produced were absolutely beautiful. We would recommend him to anyone looking for a strong wedding photographer. Thank you, Chris!
Sam
Sam T. Sent on 19/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Photographer!

We booked Chris for our destination wedding in Golden, BC, and could not have been happier, and for so many reasons. To start, Chris was incredibly communicative and easy to book with! He went out of his way to not only hear our vision for the day, but also give us helpful information about the area before we arrived there. Day of, we could not have asked for a better fit. I am terribly camera shy, but felt comfortable with Chris, and aside from the posed photos, you really never knew he was there. And lastly, THE PHOTOS HOLY CRAP. The quality is outstanding. The perspective is unique and beautiful. The photojournalistic approach is just beyond what I expected. We have received so many compliments from our family, friends, and vendors on the photos. Hire Chris, you will not be disappointed!
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Courtney Sent on 30/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best of the best!

My husband and I met Chris a year ago on a trip to Canmore. He did an engagement photoshoot with us, and was the best start to what would be our wedding day! We live in Maine, and loved the canmore area when we visited last year. He gave us some reccommendations on where to look for wedding venues, and this year we got married there! Of course, Chris shot our wedding. He was the most helpful human, from reccommending other vendors in the area- we had the most perfect team! He helped us find our videographer, venue, and wedding planner! We honestly would not have had the day we did without his help. He is the BEST, and takes the most beautiful photos we have ever seen! 1000000% reccommend Chris!
Shyla
Shyla Sent on 10/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photography

We got Chris as our wedding photographer and he truly MADE our wedding better then we could've even imagined. He is so personable, professional, kind and helpful. All of our wedding guests loved him! He makes you feel comfortable in the most awkward situations and his photos truly are the best of the best. Choose Chinook you will NOT be disappointed. We are so lucky that we had him be apart of our special day, truly you cannot ask for better. He is the most amazing photographer and also just an amazing person in general ( which is pretty hard to find ) we are forever grateful for all that Chris did for us. These memories will last a lifetime and the photographs are STUNNING, we love reliving this day over and over again.
Camille
Camille Sent on 23/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Unbelievable professionalism and expertise

I’m convinced we got the best of the best. Chris and Paul were so easy to work with. These two are hilarious, kind hearted, and professional! I couldn’t recommend a better crew ♥️
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Amber Sent on 23/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exceeded our expectations from beginning to end.

Chris exceeded our expectations from the first point of contact right up until delivery of our photo gallery to view. He made every step seamless. Chris had a wealth of knowledge and resources to help in any way and was always more then happy to offer help/assistance where and when needed. Their communication with us was excellent. He went above and beyond to make our wedding day photo shoot a positive and memorable experience. If you are looking for a photographer to complete your wedding planner team, pick Chinook Photography!
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Gerald Sent on 23/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible photos!

The feedback from our pictures from family and our friends have been incredible! It could not have been better captured. Chris did an amazing job and we felt so relaxed. The photos turned out incredible!
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Awards

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Chinook Photography Real Weddings

Mike & Laurissa
21 Photos · 26/Oct/2024
Courtney & Phillip
20 Photos · 09/Aug/2023
Kevin & Alisa
143 Photos · 26/Aug/2022
Brandon & Courtney
81 Photos · 03/Aug/2022
Jess & Chris
38 Photos · 03/Oct/2020
Angeline & Justin
18 Photos · 29/Aug/2020

Meet the team

Chris
Chris
Lead Photographer

Originally from Alaska Chris is one of the most sought after wedding photographers in the Pacific Northwest and Canadian Rockies. In 2014 Chris' photos made Cosmopolitans list of top 14 Wedding Photographers in the World. Chris runs 2 photography studios, one in Seattle, Washington and the other from Bragg Creek, Alberta.

Chris' style has been described as "landscape infused". Blending the best of the natural surroundings and thriving in any conditions, Chris' goal is to deliver jaw dropping images to clients to cherish for a lifetime.

Chris is a proud member of Professional Photographers of America, and Professional Wedding Photographers of Canada. When not taking photos for clients you can find Chris traveling teaching photography. Chris has taught photography classes to other photographers as a guide through Alaskan Photography Tours and Canon USA.

When not traveling shooting weddings or teaching other photographers you can find him in the backcountry photographing wildlife in the Canadian Rockies and Alaska. Chris lives in Bragg Creek, Alberta with his wife and 2 dogs.

Chris' work has been published in numerous publications to include Backpacker Magazine, Alaska Airlines Magazine, Seattle Bride and Groom, Alaska Bride and Groom, The Knot, UK Daily, Huffington Post, and Cosmopolitan.

In 2014 Chris' photos made Cosmopolitans list of top 14 Wedding Photographers in the World.

Jared
Jared
Lead Photographer

Born and raised in Calgary, Jared’s photography career began when he moved to Los Angeles in 2010 to attend the Los Angeles Film School. After a couple of amazing years in LA attending school, he moved back to Calgary to establish himself in the market. Jared worked on TV shows like Hell on Wheels and Fargo. He has also worked on some photography assignments with the Calgary Flames.

Jared has shot weddings from LA to Kauai, Hawaii. But he feels most at home photographing weddings in the Canadian Rockies. When not photographing weddings, portraits or fashion photography, you can find Jared in the backcountry of the Rockies exploring and taking photos.

Paul
Paul
2nd Photographer

Paul’s photography background is in lifestyle, travel, and adventure stock photography Since 2012 Paul has captured content for Getty Images, iStock Images, Corbis Images, and Aurora Photos. Paul’s images have been purchased by luxury travel publications & agencies, media conglomerates, Fortune 500 companies, luxury hotel chains, Ivy League universities, and private individuals for personal collections.

Paul has been lucky enough to travel to dozens of countries around the globe experiencing other cultures and all lifestyles.

Paul feels the most beautiful, enduring photos happen in a heartbeat. Capturing those special moments takes practice and when all the elements line up just right a unique moment is documented that transports you back to that special place and time for years to come.

Paul always has a camera in his hand. When he is not shooting weddings you can find him in the backcountry of the Canadian Rockies capturing incredible images sure to grace the cover of a local magazine. Paul is most known for his extensive travel photos and has taken all the experience to transition into wedding photography.

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