Some couples, as they begin planning for their weddings, might think that they are limited to the classic locations: churches, gardens, beaches, or even Las Vegas. But in doing so they’re missing out on a multitude of unique options that might suit their personalities much...Read more
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 secret, civil ceremony, DIY - do it yourself, 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 is a highly respected New York wedding photographer who approaches her craft with a documentary style. By utilizing storytelling and visual elements, she captures the essence of each wedding, creating authentic and captivating images that narrate the couple...
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 renowned artistic photographer specializing in documentary wedding coverage. She founded her photography business in 2010 after completing her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography and the Digital Image from FIT in New York, NY. Her extraordinary...
Amelia Beamish
Syracuse in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.1250 (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)
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 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 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 with a documentary approach to wedding photography. His unobtrusive style ensures authentic and organic moments are captured, telling the unique story of your big day.
Dennis Crider
Loudonville in Ohio, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3000 (USD)
Lucy Schultz, a wedding photographer specializing in elopements, brings a fun and comfortable atmosphere to her shoots, allowing clients to be their authentic selves. With experience since 2013, Lucy is a professional with a knack for capturing memorable moments.
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)
Drawing on her extensive experience in documentary photography, Kayla Rice is a skilled wedding photographer who artfully captures the authenticity and emotion of the moment.
Kayla Rice
West Roxbury in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3800 (USD)
Will Tee, co-founder of SW Photo Studio, is an experienced wedding photographer who excels at capturing real moments. His love for travel and exposure to different cultures has made him open-minded and allows him to integrate unique perspectives into his creative...
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)
With over a decade of experience as a New England wedding photojournalist, Oliver Parini has an eye for capturing authentic and spontaneous moments that truly tell the story of each couple's wedding day.
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)
In his work as a visual storyteller, Ewerton Decastro, a documentary wedding photographer from New England USA, combines his formal training from the prestigious New England School of Photography with a journalistic style, capturing beautiful and timeless moments.
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)
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)
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)
John Ryan, owner of J&J Studios in Philadelphia, has been capturing breathtaking weddings worldwide since 2011 and offering photography, video, aerial, and live streaming services.
John Ryan
Lafayette Hill in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3800 (USD)
As a documentary wedding photographer with more than 20 years of experience, Rosina DiBello is a master at capturing the raw emotions and beautiful moments of weddings.
Rosina DiBello
Deerfield Beach in Florida, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (USD)
Jenna Salvagin is a skilled wedding photojournalist, specializing in capturing the real and raw moments of a wedding day. With a background in fine art photography, she brings a unique and artistic perspective to each wedding she shoots.
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 has 12 years of professional photography experience, including a background in photojournalism, Edward has the skills to capture the best memories without disturbing the moments.
Edward Dye
New York City in New York, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3990 (USD)
Channing Johnson, a Boston-based wedding photographer, holds a degree in photojournalism. His work has appeared in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. With over 350 weddings documented, his storytelling approach ensures authentic and...
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 highly respected wedding photojournalist and the visionary behind Maloman Studios. With a vast knowledge spanning over 20 years, Stephan is skilled in capturing candid and heartfelt moments.
Stephan Maloman
Dreieich in Hessen, DE *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.350/hour (EUR)
Kimberly Kunda, a skilled wedding photojournalist based in the Eastern USA, inherited her photography talents from her parents. Passion and desire have fueled her successful career, resulting in countless heartfelt articles and prints.
Kimberly Kunda
Morrisville in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3000 (USD)
Sierra Dawn is a USA-based wedding photojournalist and portrait photographer with a passion for capturing beautiful moments. Influenced by her father's 20+ years in the profession, she brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to her work.
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)
Celebrated for his authentic storytelling approach, Matthew Cavanaugh is a documentary wedding photographer hailing from New England. Drawing from his experience as a White House photographer, he has skillfully captured significant events such as President Obama's...
Matthew Cavanaugh
Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking New York - Upstate weddings.3500 (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)
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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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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 top-ranked New York - Upstate wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the New York - Upstate photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
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.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND New York - Upstate WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
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!!
Arati & Adam
Photo by Edward Dye
Hi Edward, You and your assistant did a fantastic job with our wedding photography! We did not want conventional ”posed” photos and you completely understood our vision. You really captured the moment and we can feel the energy of the day when looking through the photos. You have a great photo journalistic approach and were so professional. We're really pleased with the photos and can't recommend you enough! Thank you again for capturing our day and understanding our vision!
Lauren & Mike
Photo by Esther Gibbons
Mike and I finally got through all the pictures last night, and I can tell you that we had such a good time going over all of the happy moments (we had quite a few big laughs as well!). You did a fantastic job and we really cannot thank you enough. We were truly thrilled with the results and couldn't have asked for better people with whom to share our day.
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.
