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Engagement, Wedding and Elopement Photographer Dennis Crider
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Dennis Crider

Cleveland Wedding & Engagement Photographer

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A Wedding Photographer Who Captures Your Unique Personality

Hello there! Welcome to Dennis Crider Photography. I am a wedding documentary-styled photographer in Cleveland Ohio but open to destination weddings around the world. Weddings have been a tradition for centuries in every culture. Your photographer shouldn't be so traditional. I know each wedding is different because YOU are different. You want something tailored to show your personality and style. That's what I do. I document your story and your family/friends. Not the traditional style of pictures you receive from the "Guy with a camera selling his services for next to nothing". Q: What influences me to capture those tender yet fun moments? A: To make each wedding I do, better than the last one. Q: How many weddings do you shoot per year on average? 18 Q: What photography internships or apprenticeships have contributed to your training/education? A: Obsession with America's best and what makes them the best. Q: What other photography interests do you have besides shooting weddings? A: Shooting for 5 years, besides hanging out with my 2 kids and my wife, this is it. This is my passion. Q: What makes you stand out above the crowd of photographers: A: a chair to stand on. If no chair, I jump really high. I want to go beyond good and be original with style. It's a passion to capture the best non-fake, unscripted and organic moments of your day that showcases your wedding. Not to recreate the 100 other previous weddings.

 

Dennis Crider, a distinguished Cleveland wedding and engagement photographer, was recognized as a top 100 international photographer by the WPJA. His OH photographer blog page shares heartfelt stories, such as an intimate wedding he captured despite personal loss for the couple. Dennis’s approach highlights the genuine emotions and moments that make each wedding unique. For couples seeking to capture their essence, Dennis offers engagement sessions designed to showcase authentic connections. These sessions focus on fun and relaxation, allowing couples to express their true selves without pressure. Dennis’s ability to create a comfortable atmosphere ensures a memorable and enjoyable experience, resulting in images that reflect the real spirit of the couples he photographs.
 
 

6 WPJA Spotlight

At the Shoreby Club reception, the couple playfully poses on rocks for a portrait, defying the "Please keep off rocks" sign.
2025 Spotlight Round 14
At Shoreby Club, the girls kick off the day with a lively dance party while getting ready, filled with energy and fun.
2025 Spotlight Round 14
Outside the ceremony in Cleveland, Ohio, the newlywed couple makes a joyful exit, celebrating with fist pumps as guests shower them with tossed rice, marking a jubilant start to their new life together.
2025 Spotlight Round 12
In Cleveland, Ohio, the couple shares a poignant moment as they visit a family member who couldn't attend their wedding, paying their respects at the cemetery and including them in their special day in spirit.
2025 Spotlight Round 12
In Cleveland, Ohio, a black-and-white detail shot captures a touching top-down view of Grandpa and Grandma holding hands while watching the ceremony, symbolizing enduring love and cherished family bonds on this special occasion.
2025 Spotlight Round 12
In Cleveland, Ohio, as the intimate wedding day draws to a close, the photographer captures a stunning dual light effect using the sun's reflection. This creative technique beautifully highlights the couple and adds a glow to their unforgettable day.
2025 Spotlight Round 12
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35 Awards for Documentary Wedding Photography

In a Cleveland, Ohio hotel room, while getting ready, the absence of a mirror adds a humorous twist. The groom had to borrow a handheld mirror.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
In a Cleveland, Ohio hotel room, the bride, with her back to the camera, shares a surprise hidden under her robe with her bridesmaids. Their faces light up with surprise and delight as they react to the unexpected reveal.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
At a reception venue in Cleveland, Ohio, the first dance is truly special as the couple is surrounded by their loved ones. The presence of friends and family adds warmth and joy to these memorable moments.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
Amidst the lively celebration at a Cleveland Reception Venue, a man proudly lifts a newborn baby, a powerful symbol of the love and new beginnings.
2024 v03 Photography Competition
In Cleveland, Ohio, during the ceremony, the couple happily shows their wedding rings to the guests, sharing their joy.
2024 v03 Photography Competition
Newlyweds in Cleveland, Ohio, take a break from wedding day events to challenge each other to a pull-up contest in a gym.
2023 v06 Photography Competition
In Cleveland, Ohio, at the ceremony location, a moment of lightheartedness unfolds as the bride's crown slips off her head mid-wedding and the groom reaches out to catch it.
2023 v05 Photography Competition
In preparation for the wedding in Cleveland, Ohio, the maid of honor takes care of even the smallest details, making sure the bride smells fresh by spraying deodorant under her raised arms
2023 v03 Photography Competition
In Cleveland, Ohio, at a reception venue, the bride and groom share an intimate dance, their tight embrace illuminated by the glow of guests' phone flashlights, resembling a mesmerizing concert atmosphere
2023 v03 Photography Competition
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6 Diamond Awards for Engagement Portraits

Outdoor Cleveland couple engagement photography portraits at night above the skyline
Diamond Awards 2021 v42
Akron, Ohio on-location portrait e-shoot at Arcade Store
Diamond Awards 2021 v38
Ohio Winery environmental engagement e-session of couple shot with columns and fall covers
Diamond Awards 2021 v38
Cleveland portrait e-session of couple dressed in Stars Wars themed costumes, May the 4th be with you
Diamond Awards 2021 v38
Cleveland on-location portrait e-shoot with reflected light on glass wall
Diamond Awards 2021 v38
Cleveland environmental engagement e-session of a nose-to-nose silhouette
Diamond Awards 2021 v38
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30 Awards from the Artistic Guild of Wedding Photojournalists

Cleveland bride and groom walk toward camera in urban setting, candidly captured mid-rise after posed photo
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Cleveland, Ohio, a playful and artistic scene unfolds in a hotel lobby, where a pair of wedding shoes are creatively hung from a chandelier.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In a Cleveland, Ohio hotel, an impromptu photo captures window light highlighting the scene. The bride rests her hand on the groom's shoulder and gazes intensely at the camera, creating a powerful and captivating image.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In a Cleveland, Ohio hotel, the bride stands against a red brick wall backdrop, beautifully illuminated by the interplay of sun and shadows. She holds her dress train in one hand and looks over her shoulder, her gaze directed downward.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
At a reception venue in Cleveland, Ohio, below which lies a large aquarium, the couple shares a face-to-face embrace, warmly rim-lit from behind. A shark swims by, providing a unique and captivating backdrop to this intimate scene.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
Bride and groom silhouetted against a backlit sculpture at the Akron Museum of Art.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
In a hotel room in Ohio, the bride's reflection appears in a small round mirror as she gets her makeup done
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
A wedding ring nestled between a pair of shoes, symbolizing the bride and groom preparing for their special day.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
Bride and groom nose-to-nose at their wedding reception, illuminated by a window's light that highlights the bride's magical veil.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
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4 TOP Wedding Photographer Titles

The WPJA proudly recognizes Dennis Crider as a TOP International Wedding Photographer. Members holding the most contest points at the end of each year are ranked as TOP Wedding Photographers or, in some cases POY - Photographer of the Year.

WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.