Photos by Cheryl

Last reviewed: August 3, 2026. Business status: Active.

Photos by Cheryl is a Port Coquitlam wedding photographer operated by Cheryl Kathler. Her official website identifies weddings as one of her photography specialties and says she has worked professionally since 2000. The site also covers family, newborn, headshot and branding photography, so couples should use the wedding-specific examples and consultation process when assessing fit.

The current official site confirms a Port Coquitlam base, a local studio and service across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. This profile separates those documented facts from older directory claims that could not be verified through the company's current pages.

Services and specialization

Cheryl Kathler's official biography lists weddings among her specialties, alongside family, newborn, headshot and branding sessions. The home page likewise describes photography across different life stages and highlights “Recent Wedding,” “Wedding Favorites” and “Couples” among its visual categories.

The official material reviewed does not define a specific wedding-photography style or promise particular package components. Couples looking for documentary, traditional, editorial or heavily directed coverage should compare the current wedding work with their own preferences and discuss the desired balance during a consultation.

Portfolio and working approach

The website provides a visual portfolio and places recent wedding, wedding-favourite and couple imagery alongside the photographer's other work. This gives couples a first look at composition and editing, although the public portfolio page is image-led and contains little written context about timelines, venues or complete wedding-day delivery.

On her About page, Cheryl describes looking for different angles and fleeting moments while also emphasizing organization for weddings and other larger sessions. These are the photographer's own descriptions of her process, not independent performance ratings. A full, recent wedding gallery remains the clearest way to judge consistency across changing light, formal portraits, candid moments and a reception.

Service area and who it may suit

Photos by Cheryl is based in Port Coquitlam. The official site names Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, Burnaby, Surrey, New Westminster, Richmond, Langley, Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley among the areas served. Couples outside those places should ask whether travel is available and whether a travel charge applies.

The business may suit couples planning in the named region who prefer dealing with an individually identified photographer and want wedding coverage from a practice that also handles portraits and other life-stage photography. Suitability for a particular venue, cultural celebration, multi-day event or destination wedding must be confirmed directly.

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

The most useful confirmed features are a named photographer, an official claim of professional work since 2000, a clearly stated regional service area, wedding and couple portfolio categories, and direct phone and contact-form options. These are documented business features rather than endorsements.

The reviewed pages do not clearly state wedding coverage lengths, image counts, delivery timelines, editing scope, second-photographer availability or current package inclusions. The site also displays differing counts for its local favourite-photographer recognition, so this profile does not rely on that claim. These gaps do not indicate that an option is unavailable; they identify matters requiring a current written quote.

• Named photographer: Cheryl Kathler
• Confirmed wedding photography context on the official website
• Port Coquitlam studio and service across named Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley communities
• Public portfolio and direct enquiry routes
• Wedding package details require direct confirmation

Pricing

Current pricing is not explicitly published. Although the official website includes a wedding link within its rates navigation, the accessible pages reviewed did not provide a verifiable current wedding price or a complete list of inclusions. Older prices found elsewhere should not be treated as current evidence.

Request a written quote for the exact date, location and required coverage. Compare the quoted hours, number of photographers, expected edited-image delivery, gallery or download format, print rights, travel, taxes, retainer, overtime and optional albums before comparing the total with another photographer.

Current prices are not published on the official pages reviewed.

Contact and booking

The official contact page lists 1392 Halifax Ave in Port Coquitlam and the phone number 604-644-4194. It also provides a message form. The About page specifically asks wedding-package enquirers to include their wedding date and location, which should help the photographer assess availability and travel requirements.

Because the website describes a Port Coquitlam studio but does not publish walk-in instructions on the reviewed pages, couples should arrange any meeting in advance. A date should be considered secured only after the photographer confirms the booking requirements and both parties complete the required agreement and payment process.

What couples should confirm

Ask for the current wedding collection guide and a complete gallery from a celebration with comparable hours, season and lighting. Confirm whether Cheryl will personally photograph the event, how many consecutive hours are included, whether another photographer can be added and how overtime is handled.

Before signing, confirm the retainer and cancellation terms, travel charges, taxes, backup arrangements, image-delivery timeframe, approximate edited-image count, resolution, download period, personal printing rights, album options and any restrictions on sharing or publication. Also identify required family groupings, accessibility needs, venue rules and the planned wet-weather approach. Last reviewed: August 3, 2026.

• Wedding date, venue and total coverage hours
• Identity and number of photographers attending
• Current price, taxes, retainer, travel and overtime
• Edited-image estimate, delivery format and turnaround
• Usage and personal printing rights
• Backup, cancellation and rescheduling terms

Continue planning

• browse the Canada Wedding Directory
• explore the Wedding Bridal Guide

Frequently asked questions

Does Photos by Cheryl currently offer wedding photography?

Yes. The official home and About pages identify weddings as one of Cheryl Kathler's photography specialties, and the website highlights wedding and couple portfolio categories.

Where is Photos by Cheryl based?

The official site lists 1392 Halifax Ave, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, and says Cheryl has a studio in Port Coquitlam.

Who photographs weddings for Photos by Cheryl?

The official biography identifies Cheryl Kathler as the professional photographer. Couples should still confirm who will attend their specific wedding and whether any additional photographer is included.

What are the current Photos by Cheryl wedding prices?

Current pricing is not explicitly published. The official About page directs wedding-package enquirers to provide their date and location when requesting a quote.

Which areas does Photos by Cheryl serve?

The official site names Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, including Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, Burnaby, Surrey, New Westminster, Richmond and Langley. Confirm travel terms for the specific venue.

Sources checked

• Photos by Cheryl | Photographer in Port Coquitlam
• Photos by Cheryl | Meet Cheryl Kathler
• Photos by Cheryl | Contact Us
• Photos by Cheryl | Portfolio

Address: 1392 Halifax Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 7J6, Canada

Phone: 604-644-4194

Website: https://photosbycheryl.com/