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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 justice of the peace, themed, pop-up, 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...
Tracey Buyce is a traveling wedding photographer who believes in providing a visual family legacy. Through her work, she aims to capture the emotions and relationships between couples and their loved ones.
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)
Based in New York and California, Kathryn Cooper is an unconventional wedding photographer, specializing in unique, creative, and joyful celebrations. With a background in travel and humanitarian photography, she thrives on adventure, welcoming diverse couples and...
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)
Blake Thomas is a NY-based and New England wedding photographer with a background in firefighting. He also has a talent for making delicious BBQ ribs and loves backpacking through mountains. Additionally, Blake has a passion for aviation and enjoys taking pictures of...
Blake Thomas
Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3200 (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 photojournalist, combines his passion for the outdoors with his photography. A lover of mountains and coastal waters, he now resides in Vermont with his wife and furball pup.
Andy Madea
Waitsfield in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.8000 (USD)
Tanushree Vaidya is a talented wedding photojournalist and artistic portrait photographer. With a background in commerce, hair artistry, portrait photography, and graphic design, she brings a unique perspective to her work. Having experienced shooting across 14 countries,...
Tanushree Vaidya
Hayward in California, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.4000 (USD)
Jacob Hannah, a New England wedding photographer based in Vermont. Influenced by a background in photojournalism. Expert in capturing real emotion, candid moments, unique personality & energy of the special day. Bachelors in Photojournalism from Rochester Institute of...
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 experienced documentary wedding photographer focused on elopements and engagement portraits, creates a relaxed and enjoyable environment for clients to showcase their true selves. Since 2013, she has perfected the art of capturing unforgettable moments.
Lucy Schultz
Lakewood in Colorado, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.5900 (USD)
Using her journalistic style, wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta has been a visual storyteller for 20 years. With her keen eye, she captures heartfelt moments of love and delivers authentic and comprehensive results.
Michelle Arlotta
Milford in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3650 (USD)
Kayla Rice is a New England wedding photographer who began her career in professional photography at Syracuse University. With a background in photojournalism, she specializes in wedding and family lifestyle photojournalism.
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)
Matt Kolf is an international wedding photographer. Originally from Washington D.C., he was inspired to pursue art history and photography through the likes of Velaquez, Rembrandt, and Norman Rockwell. Specifically, Kolf specializes in Catholic weddings in Spain and on the...
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)
With a background in theater and more than 8 years as a wedding photojournalist, Brad Resnick brings his unique and natural approach to capturing the most meaningful moments on your wedding day.
Brad Resnick
Denville in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2900 (USD)
Erin Ninehouser, a documentary wedding photographer hailing from the Eastern USA, boasts an impressive resume of over two decades of experience. Her photographs tell captivating stories, capturing the essence of each event she witnesses.
Erin Ninehouser
Ambridge in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3600 (USD)
With a strong foundation in visual arts and over 20 years of experience, Jason Rhee brings a unique perspective as a documentary wedding photographer. Through his captivating images, he skillfully captures the true essence of the couple.
Jason Rhee
Northvale in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.2200 (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)
Rosina DiBello is a destination wedding photographer who has been shooting weddings for over 20 years. With the help of mentors and her natural creativity, Rosina has developed a unique style of capturing reality with a sense of humor, making her a sought after photographer.
Rosina DiBello
Deerfield Beach in Florida, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (USD)
With a background in documentary photography, John Ryan of J&J Studios is an exceptional wedding photographer who has been immersed in the art of capturing love stories since 2011.
John Ryan
Lafayette Hill in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3800 (USD)
Jenna Salvagin is a professional wedding and destination photographer based in the Hudson Valley and New York City. Jenna graduated from School of Visual Arts with a BFA in Photography in 2011, and has worked as a studio photographer, intern photographer at Brooklyn Museum...
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, with a documentary approach and a focus on storytelling through visual imagery, has been documenting life since age 13. Holding journalism credentials from the University of Minnesota, Geoff's passion for visual storytelling allows him to create...
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 of Boston, MA, is an experienced wedding photographer with a photojournalism degree. His work has been published in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. Drawing on storytelling skills, he captures the essence of every...
Channing Johnson
Melrose in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.4300 (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)
Ryan Howard Sig is a commercial and editorial photographer specializing in weddings. With a background in multimedia arts and a passion for photography developed while traveling in Europe, Ryan has been capturing beautiful moments since 2004.
Ryan Howard Sigesmund
Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3000 (USD)
Sabrina Guyton-Wright is an experienced wedding photographer, offering services in the tri-state area. With an extensive background in photography, she provides outstanding photography and experiences.
Sabrina Guyton-Wright
Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3800 (USD)
Andrea Isa, a wedding photographer, specializes in capturing genuine emotions and connections between couples. Introduced to wedding photography in university, Andrea fell in love with it as it combined her passions for observation, beauty, and emotions. Through her close...
Andrea Isa
Madrid, ES *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.1800 (EUR)
Wedding photographer Rylan Earle-Lott specializes in photojournalistic style captures in the Greater Philadelphia region. With a focus on authentic connections and candid moments, Rylan excels in documenting unique and unconventional celebrations that showcase the...
Rylan Earle-Lott
Westampton in New Jersey, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3650 (USD)
Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer based in Vermont, with a background in journalism and film. She studied Journalism, Film, and Television at Cardiff University in Wales, and gained experience working at Westcountry Television and HTV Wales...
Joanna Banks Morgan
Brandon in Vermont, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.6450 (USD)
With a keen eye for storytelling, Matthew Cavanaugh is a wedding photojournalist based in New England. Having documented historic moments, including President Obama's election and inauguration, his work has graced the pages of influential publications like The New York...
Matthew Cavanaugh
Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (USD)
2 more photographers available for your wedding...
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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
Euro
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: 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.
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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Oftentimes when people are considering a venue for their weddings, they search for a location away from home, whether that be ten minutes or ten hours, all just to find what they already have: a place that holds meaning for them, that feels comfortable, or that they find...Read more
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND New York - Upstate WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Amy & Chris
Photo by Esther Gibbons
I just teared up watching this. The slideshow is perfect. The song, the mood... it’s all perfect. Thank you so much for everything. We adore the photo albums and all the wonderful photos. It means so much to us, and you’ll help us cherish those memories forever. Thanks again for everything. Yer the best! A gem, truly.
Anjali & Neal
Photo by Edward Dye
Hi Ed, Choosing you as our photographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. The level of dedication and precision you exhibits when taking pictures is unparalleled. During our engagement shoot, you were upbeat and excited the whole day, even when we became tired (it's a long day!). You knew the best places to take pictures and exactly how to catch the light to make each shot perfect. As we were walking through Central Park, you would stop us randomly because you were ALWAYS looking for a great picture. You brings a lot of joy to your work, which is inspiring. Leading up to the wedding, You were incredibly professional and always made yourself available, whether for a venue walk-through or just a call to figure out details. We had two days of wedding events and you was so excited to be part of both - you was literally everywhere taking pictures and documenting our wedding weekend, but without us even noticing you being there. You were also full of great ideas for where to stand to get the best view of our venues. You also gives a lot - you doesn't care how long the day takes, you are there the entire time. Our wedding day was incredibly long, but you was happy and energetic all day long - you made our families smile and worked to get the best out of each of our family members. And when we received the pictures, we were blown away. They are all so incredibly beautiful. You really captured the best moments of our day without us looking posed. You took so many great shots, it's hard to choose which ones we want to include in our album. We are so grateful for your amazing services and will highly recommend you for any event. Your energy and sheer passion for your work was evident throughout our wedding. Thank you, Edward!!
Stephanie & Shawn
Photo by Edward Dye
Hi Edward, Having you as our wedding photographer was one of the best choices we made for our wedding day! You are not only professional, reliable, and prompt in your correspondence, you creates absolutely stunning photographic compositions. You captured the natural beauty of the moments on our special day. You artistically crafted the lighting and contrast to make each photo exude magic, in your unique style. You captured each shot that we desired. You will get the right angle AT ALL COSTS! And this means that he will jump, step, climb- even dash into the street… whatever you needs to do to get the right shot! All my wedding guests were captured in the shots, and this was quite a feat, considering how many people attended! Also, trust in your artistic vision, as you can make the most cluttered of backgrounds into something absolutely spectacular! You are so talented with your craft, and knowledgeable about your equipment and matches the photographic environment with the required lens and lighting. We were given quite a few preview photos a day or two after the wedding, and the rest of the shots came in a few weeks later. Overall, we were beyond satisfied to have you to photograph our wedding!
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