The Best Wedding Photographers in Athens, NY

The Best Wedding Photographers in Athens, NY

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790 Wedding Photographers in Athens, NY

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Here With You Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Athens, NY

Rebecca has been working as a professional photographer for over 10 years. She began with a small film camera, taking photos at her favorite concerts. As she grew, so did her unique style and her passion. She attended the Academy of Art in San Francisco, Ca. and obtained a BA in Advertising Photography. Over the past 10 years she has had the opportunity to photograph events in places such as Portland, Or., San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Monterey, Ca., Washington DC, Florida and now New York City. She frequently travels for her photography and loves every moment.

Where do I begin... When I first started looking for a photographer I had a certain vision in mind. I didn't want the typical posed pictures for engagement/wedding pictures. I wanted someone whose work stood out and was unique. I emailed Becca as soon as I came across her work hoping she had our wedding date opened. She did! I think after like two emails back and forth I booked her, I knew she was the photographer for us, super chill and laid back. When we first met for our engagement pictures I was super nervous, my husband and I aren't photogenic at all, and personally I feel like pictures are awkward. Becca is a natural, I felt like I was hanging out with a long lost friend and she made us both feel beyond comfortable. She got our pictures back to us within a week and we were OBSESSED! Fast forward to our wedding day... Becca and her assistant Raven went above and beyond... No words can explain how happy we are with our albums. I can't wait for our future photo sessions together!
Amanda B., a year ago
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Complete Weddings + Events Albany (Photo) 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Athens, NY

Welcome to Complete Weddings + Events Albany! Don’t risk missing the most meaningful moments at your events — Complete Weddings + Events Albany, NY handles wedding photography in Albany and the Schenectady and Troy area.

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Nusser Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

Capture Your Special Moments with Ease! When it comes to your most meaningful memories, you deserve the very best—and that’s exactly what you’ll experience with Nusser Photography. I take pride in creating not only beautiful images but also a fun, relaxed atmosphere, leaving you with timeless moments to treasure forever.

Erika was an amazing wedding photographer. We hired her for both our wedding and our engagement photos. While our engagement photos were fun, the wedding is where she truly stood out. She was so easy to work with on the day of and had a blast with our guests. We had a smaller wedding (50 people) and were initially worried about missing some key shots. However, those fears were completely unwarranted once we saw our photos! We only hired Erika and didn't have a second shooter, yet she was able to capture all of the necessary family photos we wanted, candid moments, and even impromptu photo requests from guests. The photos we received were of such high quality. We had specifically told her we liked the look of black and white photos, and we received several back in our preferred editing style. The photos came back in about 6 weeks, which is incredibly fast for weddings! We also received a sneak peek within 3 or 4 days. We highly recommend Erika!
Rebecca H., 2 months ago
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Rob Spring Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Athens, NY
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Rob Spring Photography is a wedding photography company in Saratoga Springs, New York. They specialize in candid wedding day photography with a fun twist. With a mix of contemporary and traditional styles, this photographer captures all the details on the couple's special day. Having photographed over 600 weddings, Rob Spring Photography knows how to make couples feel comfortable in front of a camera, or even forget it’s there!

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I have no doubt of the talent that overflows from this studio, but mine and my (now husband!)'s hearts were set on Rob after we spent 3 hours hanging out with him, sheltering from the cold rain since we motorcycled there. His grace and warm demeanor belies how quickly and astutely he notices little details, almost like a supercomputer (or like a Rob...ot! hah). He is an expert at assessing lighting situations, but what's even more impressive is how he can massage the vibe of the room to herd people where he wants them to go. Also, his double-holster camera setup makes him look so freakin cool! I often feel like weddings are an elaborate play/dinner, meant to entertain and satiate the family members who attend. Considering the stress of being project manager and hostess, having Rob for our engagement shoot and on our wedding day was something we both looked forward to immensely. Things are fun with him! And he's so thoughtful, another relief from stressful planning and expectations. He went rooting through the shrubbery and got us pictures of adorable bumblebees, remembering that we were so smitten by them during our engagement shoot :) He didn't find any snails, though! Oh, well! I'm often critical of photographers' work because I am so critical of my own. But, without a doubt, I recognize the leagues of honed talent that Rob has, as well as his studio! The assistant, Lilly, is smart and such a sweetheart, and whoever does the editing -- Emily? -- is awesome. For people who would prefer to do photography work themselves, Ryan and I choose Rob without question. Thank you, Rob and co., for all your hard work and dedication to craft!!!!!!
Seraphim, a year ago
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Heart Speak Visuals 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,899
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hello hello! We, Lindsey & Kevin, are the individuals behind Heart Speak Visuals. Together since 2015, we have never been shy to new experiences or exciting challenges. Lindsey, a Virginia native, took her first photo class in high school and has developed a passion for photography and videography ever since!

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Heart Speak Visuals was an incredible choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, Lindsey’s communication was thorough, prompt, and incredibly organized, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, she captured all the big and little moments beautifully, and helped to keep us on track despite some last-minute changes to the timeline due to weather. The quality of her work was outstanding and worth every penny - the photos truly captured the joy and love of our special day. Lindsey is not only incredibly talented, but also such a kind and easy-to-work-with human being. We are beyond thrilled with the memories she has provided us and highly recommend Heart Speaks Visuals to any couple looking for wedding photographers.
Heleena H., a year ago
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Kalz Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

I’m Kristin aka Kal... I live in a beautiful but hard to identify area just north of the Catskills and south of Albany, east of Oneonta and Cooperstown. It’s close to where I grew up and where my family lives in the Catskills. I love EVERYTHING about a wedding day; the anticipation, the joy, the laughter, the happy tears, and the simple fact that everyone you know is gathered to celebrate with you. I have had the honor of celebrating with so many couples and friends and family and it gives me so much joy. I want you to have the BEST day!! So tell me about your loves, your plans, and let’s start telling your story!

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We can’t say enough amazing things about Kristin Lavigne of Kalz Photography. We have been absolutely raving about her since the wedding — she truly exceeded every expectation. Kristin captured the most stunning photos of us, which is saying a lot coming from Travis, who normally hates taking pictures. She made us feel completely comfortable and natural in front of the camera, and the results are beyond anything we imagined. Her energy was great and immediately put everyone at ease. Kristin is attentive, kind, caring, fun, and incredibly talented. Her eye for detail is unbelievable — she knew exactly how to capture each moment and turn it into the perfect shot. She didn’t just document our wedding; she elevated it. She made our special day even more special, and we know we’ll cherish these photos for the rest of our lives. Her assistant, Arianna, and her husband were also fantastic — the three of them worked together seamlessly and were everywhere all day, capturing every moment without ever feeling intrusive. They were the perfect team, and we are so grateful we got to work with them. Choosing Kalz Photography was one of the best decisions we made. We couldn’t be happier, and we recommend Kristin with all our hearts.
Rachel and T., 7 days ago
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Rebecca Loomis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hi friend! I'm Becca. Ever since I was little, I wanted to listen to others stories and share them with others. As a result of a college photography class that I loved and my dad's love of nature photography, I was gifted a camera after graduation, and I never stopped! I started taking photos at a performing arts center and became mesmerized with capturing joy. I have been in the wedding industry since I was fourteen and have been taking photos professionally since 2019.

Awarded Best of Zola
Becca, and her second shooter Liz, were amazing to work with. From the start Becca was easy to talk to, and so helpful in the planning process; from her helpful planning videos you receive as a client, planned video calls, her detailed timeline, and photography form to fill out, she made the whole planning process so much easier. She also gave lots of great advice for the day, including the decision to do a first look ahead of the ceremony. I was hesitant at first as I wanted to do the real reveal at the church, but after talking with her we decided to do the first look. I’m so glad we did as Becca was right, it took a lot of pressure of the rest of the day and gave us time to really soak that moment in just the two of us. This also allowed us more time to enjoy other parts of our day like attending the entire cocktail hour! Looking forward to the day, I was worried that I was going to hate having to take so many photos and being in front of the camera and felt like it was going to feel like wasted time in the day. Now, I am so happy that I had Becca for this, my husband and I had so much fun interacting with the photographers. Becca gave great instructions and had lots of fun prompts/conversation pieces to help us loosen in front of the camera and to look more natural. I am so looking forward to the photos, but from the day and seeing her precious work, I already can tell we are going to love them.
Emily R., a year ago
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Bridget Caitlin 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,800
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hi, I’m Bridget — but you can call me Bee, cause that’s what my friends call me! And since we’re basically already best friends, let me tell you a secret: taking pictures isn’t even the thing I love most about my job. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m as obsessed with taking gorgeous, dripping-in-light photos that you’ll look back on for ages as much as the next photographer. But what I really love? Meeting the most kind-hearted people and getting to know them on a level much deeper than the typical client-photographer relationship.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Bridget as our wedding photographer, we knew we were in good hands. She became a true partner in helping us bring our vision to life. Her communication style is clear, open, supportive and incredibly organized, making the entire process feel seamless. Bridget's attention to detail is unparalleled - she was there for us every step of the way, providing guidance that went far beyond just capturing our special day. On the wedding day itself, Bridget's calming presence and professional demeanor helped us feel at ease, allowing her to capture the most beautiful, breathtaking moments. The final photos are a true work of art - bright, refreshing, and brimming with emotion. The photos far exceeded anything we could have imagined. Bridget has remarkable talent to capture both the grand moments and quiet, candid details that made our day so special. Bridget's warmth and professionalism made everyone feel comfortable, kept the day running smoothly, and brought energy that made the experience joyful and stress-free. It is evident Bridget loves what she does and truly pours her heart into every photo she takes. Bridget is everything you want in a wedding photographer and more, and we will cherish these memories forever. We cannot recommend her highly enough.
Michele, a month ago
Just Shoot With Saumya 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

Just Shoot With Saumya is a wedding photography business based in Albany, New York, dedicated to transforming your wedding moments into timeless stories. Led by Saumya Rai, a professional photographer with over six years of experience, the business specializes in wedding and portrait photography. Saumya’s passion lies in preserving authentic emotions and creating heartfelt imagery that you’ll treasure forever. Using an emotive, photojournalistic approach, Saumya captures candid, spontaneous moments that reflect your love story. Her priority is ensuring you feel comfortable, natural, and truly celebrated throughout your session.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Just Shoot with Saumya!! Saumya is such a warm and compassionate person and a very a talented photographer! She made us feel comfortable throughout the process of planning our engagement and wedding photos and was wonderful to work with! We absolutely LOVED all of our photos!! Saumya captured the best moments from the day and made them shine with her skilled but natural-looking editing. We highly recommend Saumya for any occasion!
Sara, a year ago
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Sydney K Andrew Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

Photographing weddings and elopements is a privilege that I do not take lightly. I treat each moment with as much care as if it were my own! While I am happy to take on weddings of any size, I specialize in intimate weddings or engagement sessions where I can embrace a documentary, candid approach. My favorite moments to capture are those quiet, unplanned interactions. I adore the small details. The moments that sometimes get overlooked but often times help tell the story of your wedding day the most. I thrive with couples who aren’t afraid to be silly and embrace the moments as they come as opposed to forcing it.

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Sydney was a dream to work with for our wedding! She is so kind and easy-going, she instantly eased all of my wedding day anxieties. She truly does it all and was essential in making our day run smoothly. From fixing my veil, to bustling my dress, and wrangling up our wedding party all while getting fantastic photos. She really is so talented at what she does by capturing all of the in-between, authentic moments that you want to remember forever. Our photos turned out better than I could have ever imagined and are so timeless, we will cherish them for the rest of our lives. We couldn’t recommend her enough not only because of her beautiful work but for the person that she is!!!
Anne P., a year ago
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Photo Phrame Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Athens, NY
  • Offer

Our Journey started as a Father and Son duo since 2000; We provided fun, magical, chic, and stylistic destination and local Wedding Photography for couples that just wanted to enjoy their day. Period. Now in 2025 and beyond, we have expanded our expertise and added A-Team members to bring you the very best Photo and Cinematic Video Wedding creation and documentation in the North East. Together our merry band of crusading wedding creators will do what no one else can. What is that you ask? Simply put. We want to let you be you… and help to bring out the very best of who you are in Camera.

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Tom was an absolute treasure. Great energy, professional, funny, punctual, and great results. Honestly having him there made our day that much more easy, fun and memorable. Pricing is customizable and competitive. His finals really show his experience and love for his work. 12/10 would recommend.
Emily, a year ago
Jaci Berkopec Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hi, I'm Jaci Berkopec! A self portrait of me would include a frozen pizza, caesar salad bag, and a bottle of white wine. But more importantly I am a wedding, lifestyle and adventure elopement photographer based out of NYC. Weddings and elopements are one of my passions because witnessing love and marriage is one of the most beautiful things we can witness. When shooting with me, expect to have tons of fun and lots of laughs because I like to be weird! Life is too short to be normal! I photograph all types of love.

We 1000000% recommend Jaci for any of your photography needs! She took our engagement photos and shot our wedding last weekend and she is an absolute DREAM to work with. Her confidence, poise, warmth and positivity helped us stay calm and have fun during the busy wedding day. We heard so many compliments from our loved ones who were also so impressed with her attitude and demeanor. And this is all before we saw the photos: her work is UNREAL. We are truly blown away- they are stunning, and capture the JOY and FUN and LOVE we experienced. I get emotional looking at just the sneak peek gallery because it so beautifully memorializes what it felt like on that day, and now we can share it with our grandparents who couldn't make the journey, and ourselves for decades to come. HIRE JACI!!!
Casey Y., a year ago
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S. Teresa Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hi! My name is Siobhán and I am originally from NYC now based in Saratoga Springs, NY. With almost a decade of experience in the wedding industry, I've had the privilege of photographing countless weddings. From the initial consultation, to the timeline of the day and the final delivery of your special memories, I will be there for you every step of the way!

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Easily the best experience with a photographer to date! Already familiar with her amazing talents, I can’t say enough about how professional Siobhan is and the quality of work that she provides. She is super personable, very talented at her craft and makes sure everyone is comfortable and enjoying the experience. She also has a magical way of finding the perfect angle, lighting and of course expressions. My family and I were so pleased with our sessions and final photographs (my wedding and mother and husband’s birthday celebration), that I will continue to use her for future milestone events. If you want a photographer that captures moments, not just photos, Siobhan is your girl!!! —Odaris Marie Ithier-Olle
Odaris Marie I., 4 years ago
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Kozmo Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hello ! first and foremost, congratulations on your engagement as you embark on this new chapter of your lives. My name is Kevin and I started the ground work Kozmo Photography back in 2014. My goal has always been to capture the uniqueness of each and every couple on the biggest day of their journey together. It is therefore my belief that a great wedding photographer must be able to capture the big and small details throughout the day with minimal interference while being keenly aware of the surrounding conditions. This is my promise as I strive to deliver to each and every couple the wedding photos they deserve.

From the moment we arrive, he knows exactly how to make us feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera. Nothing ever feels forced — he captures our real emotions, our connection, and our moments exactly as they are. The photos always turn out amazing, every single time. We’re truly grateful for his talent, professionalism, and the energy he brings to every session. We couldn’t ask for a better photographer. Highly recommend.
Kassandra C., 4 days ago
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Vow and Vision 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,100
  • Serves Athens, NY

Love is what motivates and inspires me every single day. I am a hopeless romantic, and absolutely love every sentimental moment of a wedding. I strive to capture real moments, genuine smiles, and raw emotion.

JB Photography was the absolute best to work with! From the very first zoom call, Jenna’s energy, experience and passion were so clear. She is creative, thoughtful and detail-oriented - from making us feel at ease during our engagement photoshoot (the first time we ever did a “formal” shoot as a couple), through expertly navigating the wedding day timeline ensuring that every moment was captured, Jenna made sure that every detail was covered. When we received all of our photos we were blown away by how she and her team captured everything, from the smallest detail to the full group shots, in such beautiful and creative ways. Now the hard part - choosing our favorites (which we know Jenna will beautifully layout in an album which we’ll cherish forever)!
J&E, a year ago
Molly Baker Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hi everyone! I live in Upstate NY with my husband and I've been a photographer for 4 years. I started off with people I know but now I'm starting to expand my business to the public. I absolutely love helping people tell their story through photos and it puts a smile on my face as well.

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Molly Baker Photo was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. From the very first interaction, Molly was incredibly kind, prepared, and adaptive to our needs. Her communication style put us at ease and made the whole process seamless. The quality of her work is simply stunning - Molly has a true artistic eye and captured the beauty and creativity of our special day with such care. She came prepared with great ideas, asked thoughtful questions to understand our vision, and spent the entire time creatively getting the perfect shots. Molly was a true professional who went above and beyond to make sure we had beautiful, lasting memories of our wedding. We cannot recommend Molly Baker Photo highly enough!
Gabrielle F., 3 months ago
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Katharine M. Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Athens, NY

From NY to TX, then back again... I started my photography adventure 10 years ago in a small studio in upstate, New York. Since then, I've traveled across the country, taking pictures the entire time. I've captured a lifetime of memories in pictures, and now, I hope I can do the same for you! I specialize in weddings and portraiture, with experience in real estate photography as well! I love helping my customers make memories to cherish for years to come. When I'm not taking pictures, I am working as a nurse and dreaming of the days when I can put my toes in the sand with my nieces in Cape Cod.

Awarded Best of Zola
Katharine M. Photography was amazing to work with for our wedding. Katharine communicated very well throughout the entire process, so there was never a question in terms of what was happening and how it was happening. She was right there every time I needed her, which was incredibly helpful. Katharine is an amazing photographer who had great suggestions regarding locations for photos. She was easy to talk to, gave great directions, had a very laid-back and amazing energy, and was even there to help me get into my dress. I loved working with Katharine and would highly recommend her to any couple planning their wedding.
Danika H., 5 months ago
Romanello Studios 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Athens, NY

Romanello Studios is a women led photography team. With over 10 collective years in the wedding industry, Katie Anello & Kelsey Roman joined forces to create Romanello Studios to bring a fresh approach to the wedding industry. During the wedding planning process, the wedding itself, and beyond, we are here to provide you the best customer service along with your cherished photographs! Why should you choose Romanello? Because you deserve beautiful photography that tells YOUR story. You deserve to show the world who YOU are!

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We originally were looking to book another upstate NY photographer, but in a stroke of good luck they were unavailable for our wedding day and we were recommended to check out Katie and Kelsey. These ladies are so sweet, fun, and incredibly talented. Not only were they positive energy and good vibes during the girls' only getting ready process, they were such a joy to have around all day! Outside of a few standard portraits, and a couple ceremony specific shots, we gave them some general thoughts on the type of photography and images we liked, and they surpassed our expectations. From a sneak peek within 24 hours of wedding, to the full and absolutely stunning gallery we received later, working with these ladies was a 1500/10!
Niala, 2 years ago
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Kristen Renee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

Capturing love in every color of the rainbow, Kristen Renee Photography is here to celebrate your unique story. From Albany to anywhere your love takes you, we specialize in documenting authentic moments for all couples and families.

Choosing a wedding photographer was one of the harder parts of planning for us — we weren’t really sure what to look for and didn’t know much about photography. But from the very first phone call with Kristen, it was instantly clear that she was the one. She’s incredibly organized, knows weddings inside and out, and yet somehow keeps everything feeling laid-back and easy. She made us feel relaxed and taken care of through every step. Our engagement shoot was effortless, fun, and genuinely one of our favorite memories. Kristen has this amazing way of making you feel like you’ve known her for years — warm, calm, and completely present. On our wedding day, Kristen and Sheridan worked together seamlessly. They made everyone feel comfortable, blended right in with our families and wedding party, and brought such positive energy. Kristen was familiar with our venue and knew exactly where to go for the best light and most beautiful backdrops — including places we had no idea even existed, like the rooftop and an incredible hidden attic. She coordinated with the venue team like a total pro and even helped me put in my veil! Shooting our Couple’s portraits with them was one of the most unexpectedly special parts of the day. Kristen and Sheridan made us feel like actual models while keeping it authentic and fun. There was something so meaningful about being photographed by a married couple who clearly love and support each other — it made the whole experience even more emotional and memorable. The photos? Breathtaking. Every single moment — from the big ones to the quiet in-betweens — was captured beautifully. We truly don’t know how they do it. Kristen and Sheridan will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we can’t recommend them highly enough. Do yourself a favor and book them — it’ll be one of the best decisions you make!
Erin L., 4 months ago
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The One Eleven Collective 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

Your wedding is one of the most meaningful days of your life, and our full creative team is here to capture every moment, emotion, and detail. We specialize in photography, cinematic film, and Super 8, blending modern storytelling with a touch of timeless nostalgia. From quiet, intimate glances to big, joyful celebrations, we work seamlessly behind the scenes to preserve your day authentically and beautifully. Our couples love that we make the experience effortless and fun, while delivering cinematic keepsakes they’ll treasure forever.

If you want to relive your wedding day over and over again, BOOK CASSANDRA DAYE ! From the moment we booked with Cass, she became so much more than just our wedding photographer. She became a friend. She was a steady, calming, supportive presence throughout the entire planning process, someone we could lean on, reach out to, and even vent to when things felt overwhelming. Her energy was exactly what every couple needs during the chaos of wedding planning; grounding, reassuring, and genuinely caring. We had the best time during our engagement shoot with Cass. We had no idea what we were doing but she made it so easy and most importantly- FUN. The photos left us absolutely speechless. We always knew Cass was the right choice, but we could never have imagined just how beautifully, and how magically she would bring our memories to life! On the day of the wedding, I was so overwhelmed and she continued to bring me back down to earth with her calm presence and unwavering kindness and support. She and her team were iconic on the day and everyone had so much fun with them. When we received our wedding gallery, we were absolutely blown away. Every image felt ethereal—soft, emotional, timeless—and yet so true to who we are. Cass has this rare ability to capture raw emotion in a way that feels both effortless and deeply intentional. Cass didn’t just photograph our wedding, she preserved the heart of it. Looking through our pictures brought us right back to the day—the laughter, the nerves, the tears, the joy. She bottled up the feelings of our wedding in the most beautiful way, and we’re forever grateful. Cass isn’t just an incredibly talented photographer, she’s the kind of person you’re BLESSED to have beside you on your wedding day. We couldn’t recommend her more and absolutely love her.
The F., 3 days ago
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Rebecca Gatto Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hello, new friend! I'm Rebecca. I'm a journalist who fell in love with taking pictures and documenting love. I'm also enthusiastically lgbtq+ friendly, body-positive, delighted by DIY and pro making-it-up-as-you-go. Let's celebrate your love, your way. I have to be up front about a few things. First, I'm probably going to make friends with your grandma, and even shake it while taking photos on the dance floor. Oh, and if your pet is involved in your wedding, I might pass out from joy. I will almost definitely get a little teary-eyed during your vows, but don't worry... I can take pictures and cry at the same time.

Rebecca really made us feel at ease so that we could have the best photos possible. She took into account our desire to have photos of everyone with the bride and groom from the receiving line and really captured all the special touches that made our day unique. She brings a positive energy and great ideas and I couldn't recommend her highly enough!
Diana and S., 5 years ago
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Rambling Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Athens, NY

I'm a documentary style photographer who loves to capture authentic moments while making my clients look & feel like they are in a movie. I channel my love for cinema into my photography and live for capturing those beautiful in-between moments that help you document the feelings of the day.

Debi at Rambling Creative did a great job helping me plan my proposal photoshoot and coming up with creative ways to make it fun! The photos were also amazing, she captured our special moment in the best way!
Cody R., 2 months ago
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Ross Wightman Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

Mostly-film photographer based in Upstate New York. I want to help you make memories and go the extra mile to make my clients happy. Rarely seen without my (current) favorite camera: a Leica Q2 I want to take the originals, not the photocopies

Ross was everything we wanted in a photographer and more. Not only are his photos absolutely incredible, he was also the life of the party!! My guests are still talking about how much fun it was to have him there. We cannot recommend Ross enough!!
Hannah H., a month ago
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Angel Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,895
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hi, I’m Angel - the lead storyteller at Angel Photo & Video. After 20 years as a fitness instructor, I followed my heart back to photography and never looked back. I capture everything from family portraits to real estate listings, but weddings are where I truly come alive. I’m all about real moments, raw emotion, and catching the little things you didn’t even know you missed. I’ll keep your day running smoothly, make it fun and stress-free, and deliver photos and videos you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Angel is amazing. She is VERY knowledgeable about all things wedding which is a plus. Not everyone out here helps with questions or is willing to work with other artists. I wish I found her sooner to be honest. Her ideas are cool and fresh. She has her own style that I think captures the fun as well. She took the time to answer all 800 questions we had before and after the wedding. I am so very thankful to have bumped into her at a wedding show and I immediately knew she would be our videoographer. She is the sweetest and completely down to earth. I recommend her to everyone !
Nikesha A., 6 months ago
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Hawthorn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Athens, NY

Hi there! My name is Sarah(she/they) & I’m a wedding photographer based in The Adirondacks of New York. Photography is my passion, so don’t worry, your big moments are safe with me. My goal as a photographer is to (of course) deliver stunning, high-quality photos, but also, I want you to feel as comfortable as possible while you’re in front of the camera. We’re in this together. I pair a technical degree with a natural eye for composition to capture your special day! ​

Hawthorn Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From the very first meeting, Sarah and Drew were so easy to talk to and we felt like we connected with them very quickly. They are very professional but do not make you feel pressured at all - Sarah has great ideas and really hypes you up throughout the process. Drew always found creative ways to shoot the day and Sarah was there for me every step of the way, even when I needed quick help with my dress. Sarah is so dependable and the pictures they captured showcase both of their talents and our love so well. I'd pick Hawthorn Photography for photos for every occasion and in every lifetime!
Lisa E., 4 months ago
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Liz Diewald Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Athens, NY

I’m a wedding and portrait photographer located in Hudson Valley, New York. On a typical day, you can find me with a cup of coffee in my hands enjoying time outside with my family. I enjoy the simple pleasures of life and believe that so much of life is worth capturing on camera!

Awarded Best of Zola
Liz exceeded our expectations! She was incredible responsive and accommodating, making the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Liz was able to seamlessly blend everything into the background while capturing every moment perfectly. Her attention to detail and ability to capture candid, heartfelt moments truly stood out. We could not be happier with how the final gallery turned out!!
Jane, a year ago
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Meghan Marks Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

Creativity has played a role in my life ever since I was a little girl. I grew up in upstate NY loving the outdoors and being close to the mountains! Although I loved where I grew up, when I graduated high school I decided to move South to Georgia to pursue a degree. While studying Fine Arts at the Savannah College of Art and Design, I fell in love with photography. I received my B.F.A in photography and then moved back home to NY where I became busy photographing weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
Meghan shot our engagement and wedding photos in 2015 and did such an amazing job. She was very personable, open to suggestions and had a great vision in working with us. She also had a very large and rowdy wedding party to contend with and did so beautifully. We were so over the moon with her and her work that she has become our family photographer. She has shot our maternity pictures and every year since. She is very affordable and does amazing work. She is the kindest person and it really feels like she's become apart of our family.
Bryanna and R., 2 years ago
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Valerie Caviness Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Athens, NY

Valerie Caviness, NYC native is one of the most diverse photographers with a career spanning over the last 20 years. Valerie started out in editorial photography and branched out to events, commercial and architectural photography. In 2010 she took a position as the head photographer at the NYSE. Her position covered many areas of photography including, photojournalism, events, marketing, and portraiture. In 2017 Valerie branched out on her own to continue working with clients, focusing on corporate events and marketing. In 2020, she shifted her business to Weddings . She now lives in Albany with her husband and 3 children.

We were so lucky and happy to have Valerie with us for our special day. Valerie was so warm, and made us feel comfortable throughout the day. The photo's were stunning. So happy with our choice.
Marie and N., 3 years ago
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Becky Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Athens, NY

After nearly a dozen years of photographing feature stories, covers, and events for a statewide labor union, I found a passion for capturing beautiful moments for families and couples in a candid, photo-journalistic style. In June of 2021, I had the immense privilege of photographing twenty-four weddings - and an engagement! - for Beekman 1802's "Let Love Bloom" wedding marathon in Sharon Springs, NY, and fell in love with wedding photography. It's an honor to document a couple's love story - each one completely different than the last.

We are soo lucky to have connected with Becky for our wedding photography. As a couple on a budget with no experience in front of a camera, Becky made it easy to feel natural and delivered beyond what we could have imagined. Becky was by far our favorite vendor to work with. She's totally responsive, cool, and has a great approach to capturing authentic, beautiful photos. Our engagement session was so fantastic, and our wedding album has totally blown us away- every time I look I find another wonderful moment captured. It's hard to narrow down a few good examples since there are literally hundreds of gems! Guests commented how kind Becky was and anybody who has seen our engagement or wedding photos agree they are gorgeous. We've already had three couples ask for us to pass along her contact info! Thank you so much Becky for giving us memories that will last a lifetime and beyond! :) It wouldn't have been the same without you.
Sam L., a year ago

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