Hattie and Drew's MV Skansonia wedding fell on a perfect rainy Seattle day. It perfectly embodied the quintessential Emerald City wedding experience. Their photos were among the most expressive I've ever captured, which came as no surprise given Hattie's background as a producer and Drew's as an actor.
This was my first time photographing a wedding at Seattle's oldest standing wooden ferry, and I quickly realized that this venue is now my favorite in the city. Whether in sunshine or rain, the MV Skansonia will bring all your nautical wedding dreams to life.
Hattie and Drew's Wedding Vendors
Photography: Jacquelyn Portolese Photography | Venue: The MV Skansonia | Flowers: Lauren Williams | Dress: Blue Sky Bridal | Suit: Suitsupply | Hair & Makeup: Sarah Rose Davis | Coordinator: Melissa Hamasaki | Videography: Hannah Mootz | Dessert: Ariel Bui
About The MV Skansonia
Landmark Event Co. manages the MV Skansonia. This historic, art deco, nautical-style event space is a preserved wooden ferry. Built in the early 1900s, it remains stationary on North Lake Union and does not move.
Furthermore, the venue offers panoramic views of the Seattle skyline. Additionally, it features stunning indoor and outdoor spaces. A wedding at the MV Skansonia accommodates up to 200 seated guests for a reception and 150 for a ceremony.
You can take a virtual tour of the MV Skansonia by watching my TikTok review:
Pricing And Features of an MV Skansonia Wedding
According to Here Comes The Guide, the rental fee for an event ranges from $2,250 to $8,500, with variations based on the day of the week, time of year, and selected rentals and service add-ons.
This fee includes 10-hour exclusive use of the full facility with indoor and outdoor access, a private dressing suite, waterfront and skyline views, a venue and catering coordinator, and standard rentals including tables, chairs, and lounge sets.
The food and beverage minimum is set between $5,000 and $13,000 per event, also depending on the day of the week, time of year, and whether meals are priced separately. The menu pricing includes hors d'oeuvres and a buffet, family-style, or plated dinner with salad and sides.
Additionally, a service charge or gratuity of 23% is applied.
Where To Take Photos
This venue offers many visually appealing spaces for wedding photos. There is plenty of variety even if you need to stay indoors or in covered areas due to bad weather. The second-floor balcony, especially at the bow, is perfect for capturing the wedding party, and a drone can add a unique perspective.
Tip: For more variety in wedding photos, consider doing what Hattie and Drew did: have the first look and couple photos at Volunteer Park. It's only an eight-minute drive away and offers beautiful scenery all year round.
We're your true color Seattle wedding photographers! The three of us make timeless photos for people who celebrate that grass is green and the sky is blue.
Our goal is to turn your milestones into masterpieces that show just how vibrant and colorful you, your loved ones, and your surroundings are on your wedding day.