Wedding couple lounges on elegant furniture surrounded by white floral arrangements in a bright studio setting.

ARIZONA + DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER

COUPLES | WEDDINGS | ELOPEMENTS | PORTRAITS

Romantic black and white dance floor moment captured at an elegant wedding reception.

ARIZONA + DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER

COUPLES | WEDDINGS | ELOPEMENTS | PORTRAITS

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and floral arrangements under trees at sunset.

ARIZONA + DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER

COUPLES | WEDDINGS | ELOPEMENTS | PORTRAITS

Black and white photo of a dancing couple in wedding attire outdoors.

ARIZONA + DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER

COUPLES | WEDDINGS | ELOPEMENTS | PORTRAITS

Two people sitting on volcanic rocks at a tropical beach with crashing waves and blue ocean in Hawaii.

ARIZONA + DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER

COUPLES | WEDDINGS | ELOPEMENTS | PORTRAITS

Elegant black and white profile portrait of newlyweds in formal attire.

ARIZONA + DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHER

COUPLES | WEDDINGS | ELOPEMENTS | PORTRAITS

My philosophy

Timeless Elegance, Genuine Connections!

Photographer in crisp white shirt smiling while holding camera against grey wall.
Canon 7D DSLR camera with telephoto lens sitting on concrete ledge.

I believe in capturing the quiet, intimate moments and the grand, sweeping emotions that define a love story. My philosophy is rooted in the art of storytelling, where every frame is infused with warmth, sophistication, and authenticity.

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Tyler Garlej Photography - Simple black text logo design for Carats + Cake in elegant serif font against white background.
Tyler Garlej Photography - Wedding award badges and logos arranged horizontally showing Best of Arizona, Bride, and Finalist designations.
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Tyler Garlej Photography - Black and white circular logo design for 'Married in Mocha' featuring a heart symbol and text in a modern style.

 

Selected works

 

Wedding ceremony guests gather outdoors on a sunny day with white floral arrangements and chairs set up on a lawn.
Intimate black and white reflection of newlyweds in a car rearview mirror.
Romantic outdoor wedding scene with trees and natural light in background.
A wedding seating chart displayed across three ornate gold frames with white papers arranged on a painted landscape backdrop.
Close-up details of a grey suit jacket with white floral tie and pocket square in black and white photography.
Romantic black and white wedding photo capturing intimate kiss in backlit setting.
Wedding party members in floral and sage green dresses stand in a row along a stone colonnade during an outdoor ceremony.
A group of people dancing and celebrating at a wedding reception with their hands raised in the air.
A couple in vintage style attire share a romantic moment by a white house with blooming flowers and garden pathway.
A dark and moody bar interior with empty stools and illuminated bottles on display at night.
A romantic wedding moment with a couple in white dress and navy suit against potted greenery.
Black and white candid of couple dancing at wedding reception.
Close-up view of elegant white bridal shoes on brick steps in black and white photography.
A tender moment between newlyweds in an outdoor garden setting with a white fountain in the background.
Wedding details with lace shoes, red ring boxes and invitation suite on textured stone.
A couple embraces on a rocky cliff with a dramatic mountainous backdrop in black and white photography.
Romantic wedding moment by brick stairs decorated with colorful floral arrangements.
Elegant dressing room interior with hanging dresses and bridal accessories displayed against white walls.
Black and white photo of hands exchanging champagne glass.
Elegant white bridal gloves decorated with pearl beads shown against formal dark suit and tie in black and white.
Romantic couple embracing in formal attire against dark evening backdrop.
Wedding party poses outdoors in brown and gray formal attire during sunset at a garden venue.
Black and white Just Married sign decorated with ribbons announcing a spring wedding.
Close-up of newly married couple's hands with wedding rings on tablecloth.
Newlywed couple sharing intimate moment on elegant couch.
Wedding table setting with menu card, silverware and glassware in monochrome.
Silhouetted figures in black and white against mountain backdrop.
Elegant couple in wedding attire pose together on white outdoor couch with floral bouquet.
Black and white photo of newlyweds dancing at an outdoor wedding reception.
Couple performing a series of champagne tower pours at a wedding celebration, creating an elegant cascading effect.
Black and white photo of an elegant wedding reception table with floral centerpieces and glassware.
A sequence of photos showing handwritten notes and papers on a dark wooden desk with shadows and soft lighting.
Two people share an intimate moment on a white bench while holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers.
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Testimonials

"Tyler was super easy to work with. He made the session very enjoyable and was great about hyping us up and making us feel great about ourselves! Very quick turnaround with photos, and he had some great visions."

Michelle + Daniel

"Tyler of Tyler Garlej Photography is a visionary and creative behind the camera that, if you desire not just art in a photo, but an EXPERIENCE & moment in real time captured into a memory, he's your man. So for the lovers out there wanting that moment to look back on and go, mmmh ya that was one of the best days of my life with you (speaking to your love of course), he's that person that helped you have that moment for keeps to look back on and share together years later. Whether for your weddings, or want a special casual date & Moment captured, Tyler Garlej Photography won't disappoint with all the details, personality, & creativity from moment to canvas on film."

Rachel + Taylor

"I truly loved working with Tyler! From the moment we started planning our shoot, his professionalism and creativity were evident. He took the time to understand my vision and offered valuable insights that really elevated the final results. He made me feel incredibly comfortable when taking my photos and made me super confident. 10/10 recommend working with Tyler if you are looking for a talented and dedicated photographer!"

Malina Mandel

Testimonials

"Tyler is such a great photographer! He really has an eye for this kind of thing and knows what looks good and what doesn’t. pictures turned out stunning and I had such an amazing experience!!

Gianna LOMBARDO

"Tyler, thank you so much for photographing Sam and my wedding. You made it so fun and comfortable and I’m so glad we had this chance with you! You are incredibly talented and bring such a lovely presence, we feel so fortunate and would do it again anytime knowing you were going to be there. We loved your photos and will literally be ordering everything."

SAM  + MANDY

"We were a large group of 14. The session was well organized as well as being thoughtful to all members of our family, which ranged from less than a year to 72 years of age.  We had various group combinations as well as photos of individuals.  It was really great.  We would use Tyler again and recommend him to others."

THE STRACK FAMILY

Testimonials

"Tyler was absolutely amazing! We loved having him there to capture the special moments from my grandma's 80th birthday party. He made us all feel comfortable and worked so well with our huge family! We have many photos to cherish and look back on thanks to him!"

JACQULINE SCHMACK

"I had so much fun with my session and I think it was perfect for such an important time in my life! Working with Tyler was a very enjoyable experience and on top of that, the photos he took look absolutely beautiful! I cannot thank him enough for getting them done especially since senior year had been incredibly busy!"

HOLDEN SALICA

"I had such an amazing time working with Tyler during a wedding crasher’s workshop! He took the most gorgeous photos of my husband & I and genuinely made the experience SO fun! He has a natural talent for photography and people but goes above and beyond for all those around him. I cannot recommend him enough to anyone looking for high-quality photos & a great experience 🫶🏼"

CHLOE + LUCAS

Monochrome collage of romantic wedding photos showing couples sharing special moments at their ceremonies.

 

 

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