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New York - Upstate Wedding Photographers
New York - Upstate Wedding Photographers
Our New York - Upstate photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, Schenectady, Hudson Valley
New York - Upstate Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in New York - Upstate - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best New York - Upstate photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the joy and intimacy of your wedding day.
By planning a simple New York - Upstate elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. Given the fact that many couples feel more natural and at ease in intimate settings, it's no surprise that some of the most breathtaking wedding images come from elopements.
The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, New York - Upstate documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
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New York - Upstate Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small New York - Upstate wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.
United States WPJA members are ready to document any small, themed, town hall, or elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.
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44 New York - Upstate Wedding Photographers...
As a wedding photographer, Tracey Buyce uses a journalistic style to document and capture the authentic moments of couples' big day. Her unobtrusive approach allows her to create beautiful images that tell the unique story of each wedding.
Tracey Buyce
Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.4500 (USD)
Rachel Philipson, a skilled wedding photojournalist, is known for her authentic and unobtrusive approach to capturing moments of a couple's big day. With over 25 years of experience and a degree in photography, she uses her journalistic style to create timeless images.
Rachel Philipson
Ithaca in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.1000 (USD)
Kimberly Coccagnia is an Internationally known Hudson Valley-based wedding photographer. She has been featured in the New York Times, New York Magazine, TLC's 'Say Yes to the Dress' and other popular publications.
Kimberly Coccagnia
Beacon in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.7000 (USD)
Amelia Beamish is a professional photographer who takes a documentary approach to capturing weddings. Her storytelling through visual imagery is unparalleled, as she captures honest moments in an unobtrusive manner. Her work has been featured in renowned publications such...
Amelia Beamish
Syracuse in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.1250 (USD)
As a documentary wedding photographer, Blake Thomas brings a unique perspective to capturing love stories. With a background in firefighting, he has a keen eye for detail and an adventurous spirit, often finding inspiration in the skies as he photographs aircraft.
Blake Thomas
Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3200 (USD)
Kathryn Cooper, a wedding photographer based in New York and California, specializes in adventurous and unique celebrations. With a background in travel photography and a love for outdoor activities, she captures personalized moments for diverse couples worldwide.
Kathryn Cooper
Pleasant Valley in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3600 (USD)
Hayley Anne is an Ithaca, NY-based wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience and hundreds of weddings photographed worldwide, from Hawaii to Europe. Her unique style combines an artistic documentary flair with a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature.
Hayley Anne
Ithaca in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.1000 (USD)
Megan Hannah, a New England, USA wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has captured over 100 weddings, working alongside her husband in a documentary-style approach.
Megan Hannah
Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.6500 (USD)
Andy Madea, a New England wedding photographer, brings his love for adventure and the outdoors to his work. With a background in exploring mountains and fishing in the coastal waters of Maine and New Hampshire, he now calls the Mad River Valley of Vermont home, where he...
Andy Madea
Waitsfield in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.8000 (USD)
Tanushree Vaidya, a skilled wedding photojournalist and artistic portrait photographer, has a background in commerce, hair artistry, portrait photography, and graphic design. Traveling across 14 countries, she specializes in capturing destination weddings and engagement...
Tanushree Vaidya
Hayward in California, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.4000 (USD)
Jacob Hannah is a Vermont-based wedding photojournalist with a knack for capturing beautiful moments. With a degree in photojournalism, his journalistic style and unobtrusive approach ensure authentic and heartfelt photographs.
Jacob Hannah
Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.6500 (USD)
Alex Gordeev is a renowned East Coast wedding photographer, experienced in New England and across the United States. He excels in making his clients feel comfortable while capturing heartfelt memories they will cherish forever.
Alex Gordias
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (USD)
Dennis Crider is a visual storyteller, specializing in journalistic-style wedding photography. He skillfully captures authentic moments of the big day, showcasing true personality and style.
Dennis Crider
Loudonville in Ohio, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3000 (USD)
Lucy Schultz, an artistic wedding photojournalist, creates a relaxed and joyful environment, empowering couples to express their true selves, capturing unforgettable moments with her expertise honed since 2013.
Lucy Schultz
Lakewood in Colorado, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.5900 (USD)
With a documentary approach, wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta is a visual storyteller. Through her authentic captures, she brings raw emotion to life and delivers beautiful results.
Michelle Arlotta
Milford in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3650 (USD)
Armed with a solid foundation in photojournalism, Kayla Rice is a talented wedding photojournalist who captures candid moments of love and joy.
Kayla Rice
West Roxbury in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3800 (USD)
Will Tee is the co-founder of SW Photo Studio and is a passionate wedding photographer. He has experienced many different cultures across the world. These unique experiences have shaped him as an open-minded person, integrating his creative photography with the lessons life...
Will Tee
Taipei City, TW *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2000 (USD)
Esther Gibbons is a visual storyteller who specializes in capturing real moments in a journalistic style. With her down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories through her photography.
Esther Gibbons
Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3600 (CAD)
Oliver Parini is a New England wedding photographer with over a decade of experience, also specializing in editorial and commercial photography for top publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe. When not capturing special moments,...
Oliver Parini
Burlington in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.4000 (USD)
With a background in art history and photography, Matt Kolf has established himself as a reputable documentary wedding photographer, renowned for his ability to document Catholic weddings in Spain and on the East Coast.
Matt Kolf
Washington DC in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (USD)
With a documentary approach to his work, Ewerton Decastro, a wedding photographer from New England USA, combines his artistic flair and technical expertise to create visually stunning images that tell a compelling story.
Ewerton Decastro
Marstons Mills in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.4000 (USD)
Jason Rhee, 20-year documentary wedding photographer: School of Visual Arts grad in late '90s; captures couple's essence during photoshoot by encouraging lighthearted atmosphere.
Jason Rhee
Northvale in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2200 (USD)
As a documentary wedding photographer, Brad Resnick combines his 8+ years of experience in the wedding industry with a background in theater to artistically capture the most significant moments of your big day.
Brad Resnick
Denville in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2900 (USD)
With over 20 years of expertise, Erin Ninehouser is a seasoned wedding photojournalist based in the Eastern USA. Known for her ability to capture raw emotions, her work immortalizes wedding moments.
Erin Ninehouser
Ambridge in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3600 (USD)
Ken Pak is a Metro Capital DC area wedding photographer who captures the most natural once in a lifetime moments through his lenses. With unmatched creativity, dedication, and a professional attitude, he freezes wedding moments and makes them as beautiful as the couple...
Ken Pak
Washington DC in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3900 (USD)
With over two decades of experience, Rosina DiBello is a highly skilled wedding photojournalist. Her unparalleled ability to authentically capture the essence of weddings has made her one of the most sought-after photographers in the industry.
Rosina DiBello
Deerfield Beach in Florida, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (USD)
John Ryan, a highly skilled wedding photojournalist based in Philadelphia, has been capturing the intimate moments of couples' special days since 2011.
John Ryan
Lafayette Hill in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3800 (USD)
Jenna Salvagin is a documentary wedding photographer, with a passion for preserving the authenticity and emotion of a wedding day. With a degree in photography from the School of Visual Arts, she brings a creative and artistic eye to capturing memories.
Jenna Salvagin
Warwick in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2000 (USD)
Idena Beach, a photographer hailing from Ukraine, brings an artistic eye to her work, adopting a documentary style to capture the true essence of the human experience. She seeks to go beyond simply showing what it looks like, aiming to also convey what it feels like to be...
Idena Beach
Bennington in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.6700 (USD)
David Butler II, a photographer known for his documentary approach, takes artistic and storytelling visual skills to weddings. His work has been featured in various esteemed publications, including Sports Illustrated, ESPN The Magazine, and USA Today.
David Butler II
Somers in Connecticut, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2800 (USD)
Geoff Hansen, a New England based wedding photographer since 1994, has been documenting life since age 13 in South Dakota and holds journalism credentials from the University of Minnesota. His passion for photojournalism creates candid and timeless wedding images.
Geoff Hansen
Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.1500 (USD)
In his journalistic style, NY wedding photographer Bill Tse captures beautiful moments of love and joy. With over 20 years of experience in the New York and New England area, he combines traditional and modern techniques to create stunning images.
Bill Tse
Brooklyn in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2300 (USD)
Edward Dye is a wedding photojournalist with an unobtrusive approach. With 12 years of experience, he has diverse skills to capture honest moments professionally.
Edward Dye
New York City in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3990 (USD)
Channing Johnson is a wedding photographer based in Boston, MA, with a photojournalism degree from a prestigious journalism school. His work has been featured in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. With over 350 weddings captured, he...
Channing Johnson
Melrose in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.4300 (USD)
Sabrina Guyton-Wright is a wedding photojournalist, capturing the love and emotions of couples in the tri-state area. Through her lens, she creates timeless and authentic memories.
Sabrina Guyton-Wright
Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3800 (USD)
Stephan Maloman is a renowned documentary wedding photographer and the creative genius behind Maloman Studios. With more than 20 years of expertise, Stephan excels in capturing the unscripted and raw emotions of special occasions.
Stephan Maloman
Dreieich in Hessen, DE *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.350/hour (EUR)
Kimberly Kunda is an Eastern USA wedding photographer, with a photography background that started with her parents. Growing up, she was taught that passion and desire are the secrets to success. The results have been hundreds of articles and prints that she has poured her...
Kimberly Kunda
Morrisville in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3000 (USD)
Sierra Dawn is a USA-based traveling wedding photographer. Her passion and knowledge is passed down from her father's 20+ years in the profession.
Sierra Dawn
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.5500 (USD)
Renowned for his expertise as a documentary wedding photographer, Ryan Howard Sig captures raw and authentic moments that unfold naturally on a couple's big day.
Ryan Howard Sigesmund
Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3000 (USD)
Matthew Cavanaugh is a New England-based freelance photographer with a strong background in capturing wedding moments. He is a veteran White House photographer who has covered historic events, including the election and inauguration of President Obama. His work has been...
Matthew Cavanaugh
Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (USD)
Andrea Isa, a wedding photographer specializing in capturing genuine smiles, heartfelt looks, and deep connections between couples. With a background in observation, beauty, and emotions, she creates captivating and timeless collections that truly represent each couple...
Andrea Isa
Madrid, ES *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.1800 (EUR)
Rylan Earle-Lott is a skilled wedding photographer based in the Greater Philadelphia area. Specializing in a photojournalistic style, Rylan's work captures authentic connections and candid moments. With a background in fine arts and a keen eye for detail, Rylan excels...
Rylan Earle-Lott
Westampton in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3650 (USD)
Highly skilled wedding photographer Joanna Banks-Morgan is based in Vermont. With a background in journalism and film, she studied at Cardiff University and gained experience at Westcountry Television. Joanna founded Sixpence Studios in 2008 and has since been dedicated to...
Joanna Banks Morgan
Brandon in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.6450 (USD)
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PA Documentary Wedding Photos | Editorial, Corporate, News, Fashion: William Thomas Cain
Jamison in Pennsylvania, United StatesCAPTURING LIFE'S FLEETING MOMENTS, FRAMING THE HUMAN ESSENCE
William Thomas Cain is a professional photojournalist whose body of work spans from editorial to commercial in his 35 years of experience. He accredits his diverse background...
350/hour
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Wedding Photojournalist based in Germany and available in EU & US: Stephan Maloman
Dreieich in Hessen, GermanyMap of Wedding Photojournalists Serving New York - Upstate Couples
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find reviews of New York - Upstate wedding photographers?
A: We call them Client Letters. At the WPJA, we decided more than 20 years ago to avoid incorporating those third-person testimonials and endorsements that are found all too often in advertisements. Instead, we elevated our listings with the use of Client Letters, which represent the actual words and feelings of the clients who booked those New York - Upstate wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find New York - Upstate photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for New York - Upstate wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small New York - Upstate wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your New York - Upstate wedding day by.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND New York - Upstate WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Arianne & Leon
Photo by Edward Dye
Thank You from the bottom of our hearts Edward! You knew exactly what to do and where to go to capture background pictures of the Brooklyn bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge park. You captured our romance and all excitement of the day easily! You are a true professional with true Artistic talent. you were wonderful to work with. What we loved the most, the very next day you posted a 50 picture sneak peak of our day on Facebook. every bride wants to relive the day and to see those pictures ,the very next day, was a perfect gift to me, the bride. i have to say if i only had those 50 pictures I'd be completely happy and content, truly! But you then sent us a custom made cd and case with our photos on the cover. Very nice surprise! All the pictures from the day, start to finish and fabulous! we both feel very blessed to have found you and were able to get a booking with you! Thank you Edward!!! Love, Leon and Ari P.
Eve & Daniel
Photo by Edward Dye
Hi Edward, You are great to work with. You captured really amazing moments throughout the wedding, and one of the best qualities of your work was your ability to use natural light to make everything look romantic and outstandingly beautiful. You always responded promptly to all emails and arrived early to the wedding; overall, very reliable, reasonable, and extremely talented!
Alina & William
Photo by Edward Dye
Hi Ed, From start to finish, our experience with you for our wedding photography was incredibly pleasant and easy! You are so great to work; you have great professionalism and skills. We are so pleased we chose you as the photographer for our big day–we’ve heard nothing but rave reviews of our photos since. You captured our magical weekend beautifully and our only regret is that we didn’t hire you for our rehearsal dinner as well! We want to thank you for capturing our wedding day and night so beautifully and allowing us to relive it over & over again through photos!
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