Josh Kuckens

Documentary wedding photographer with journalism background

MY NAME IS JOSH, AND I'M A DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER.
I've been making pictures since 2006. My passion led me to obtain a degree in Photojournalism from the Rochester Institute of Technology in 2012. I've had a unique journey through the professional photographic world, from staff and freelance work for news outlets, to assisting and production roles on commercial, documentary and editorial projects. I enjoy photographing nature and the night sky, too, in addition to personal projects. I’ve basically always got a camera with me. Through all of this time I have also been photographing weddings, which I view as an assignment that requires me to employ skills from all of the different areas of photography I've worked in. 

I like to think my range of experiences allows me to connect with most anyone, and go with the flow no matter what happens. Wedding days can sometimes get off schedule, but I firmly believe that you can't be late to your own wedding.

I'll step in and give direction when it's needed for portraits or family pictures, but otherwise I am there to capture the day authentically. I settle in to the space with you and react to the wide range of emotions and energy throughout the day. Everybody has a different story to tell, and for me that is an exciting challenge to meet.

It's entirely up to you how much time is spent on formal photos, but I do my best to make that time low-stress, natural to you, and efficient, so you can get back to being with your favorite people to celebrate