The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Beverly, NJ

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Beverly, NJ

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375 Wedding Photographers in Beverly, NJ

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Wedding Bug 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $795
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Having the perfect wedding without breaking the bank? It's possible with Wedding Bug. Every couple deserves high-end artistry to preserve their most prized wedding day moments. Wedding Bug was founded to make it unbelievably affordable and accessible to all! The Wedding Bug team has over 40 years of experience producing wedding photography, video, and DJ and we have drawn on our rich history of quality, reliability and innovation to make it possible.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't recommend Aurel enough as a wedding photographer! From the moment we met, he was incredibly friendly, professional, and receptive to all our ideas. He has this amazing ability to blend into the background like a photography ninja while still capturing the most beautiful, candid moments. We ended up with 603 stunning photos—each one better than the last. Even though our venue was on the smaller side, Aurel worked his magic and made it look absolutely gorgeous in every shot. If you're booking through Wedding Bug, I truly hope you get Aurel—he was beyond amazing. I couldn't have asked for a better photographer to capture such a special day! Thank you so much, Aurel!
Jessica M., a year ago
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Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Beverly, NJ
  • Offer

At Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography, we believe your love story deserves to be captured with intention, artistry, and an experience that feels effortless and unforgettable. Based in New Jersey and traveling worldwide, our team creates timeless imagery that reflects the heart of your relationship. We collaborate closely with every couple, learning your style and vision to craft emotive, elevated photographs and films. With concierge-level guidance and a warm, personal approach, we transform your moments into art. Every frame is crafted, ensuring your story is preserved with beauty, authenticity, defining a Garrett Museau Experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn’t recommend them enough! I truly had a great experience! They asked all the right questions, really wanted to understand our vision. Super easy to work with! Made us super comfortable! Didn’t force us into anything that didn’t feel natural for us! They truly added to the ease of our special day!
Alexis M., 4 months ago
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Enchanted Celebrations 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Beverly, NJ
  • Offer

Changing the game in the wedding industry, Enchanted Celebrations aims to successfully redefine the paradigm of personalization and compassion in each wedding. Whether we are capturing your love story behind a lens or mixing your perfect wedding day soundtrack, Enchanted Celebrations has the experts to create the wedding day vibes you’ve always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had such an easy time working with Enchanted Celebrations staff that I would jump at choosing them again! Blair and Summer were professional, thorough, empathetic and communicated very clearly all the different features of the videography plans so that we felt like we chose the right plan for our wedding day. As time came closer, Summer was diligent at working with us on the details for the day-of, and then a few days before the wedding we confirmed everything with Edwin, our assigned videographer. Edwin’s style was spot-on with what we imagined and the videos came out beautiful and so much quicker than we expected them. We’re delighted with our experience!
Casandra P., 2 years ago
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Christie Heimbach Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,490
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Hey there! I'm a PA/NJ based photographer with over 200 incredible weddings under my belt. I've always loved documenting stories (I was an actor and an English teacher before venturing into photography), and the challenge of ensuring your personal story gets told in an emotive and authentic way is exhilarating to me. My team and I take pride in our desire to show up on your day as your personal confidence curators, and believe that in order to get the best imagery, you need to feel relaxed, empowered, and in the moment. Everything we do within our structure is to get you to that space so you can walk away with photos you'll treasure forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
Christie and her team truly captured our perfect day. The team was amazing for creative content, as well as capturing our vision. They did amazing with our two pups and even got in the freezing cold ocean with us at the end of the night. Me and my now husband, felt extremely comfortable and relaxed through the entire process. I would recommend Christie and her team to anyone getting married and looking for photos in the NJ/PA/MD area. Everyone says how extraordinary our pictures turned out. We were also one of the first couples to have Jade record and create our video. Although we haven’t received the final product yet, Jade’s shots caught an authentic view of our relationship and day. We have no doubts of the amazing video we will cherish forever!
Rachael m., 2 years ago
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Nikki Robinson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

I'm Nikki! (Just Nikki - it's not short for anything!)​ There's nothing I love more than capturing memories. During my eight years as a professional photographer, I've photographed all kinds of people, places, and things, but I realized nothing gives me as much joy as illustrating the stories of people's lives through wedding photography. As much fun as it is spending time with the people I photograph, there's nothing quite like the serendipity of seeing those moments realized in photographs later. That's what I want to share with you, and I hope to provide happiness you can look back on and enjoy for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nikki did an amazing job shooting our wedding! The photos came out beautiful and exactly how I envisioned them. She is the sweetest person to work with and she works in a timely manner which is so hard to find in this field. My husband and I are incredibly grateful to Nikki and her second shooter Kate for capturing our special day and being there for us through the whole process!
Sabrina Y., a year ago
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Michelle Pardo Productions 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

At Michelle Pardo Productions, we’re your all-in-one team for a seamless, stress-free wedding. Each of our professionals has 7+ years of experience, and we’re proud to be the only multi-vendor wedding company in New Jersey offering photography, videography, DJ, planning, and more on one invoice with one deposit!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a fabulous experience with Michelle (and Joe, our videographer). She went above and beyond. We initially met Michelle for our engagement session, and she perfectly captured that experience. She made us feel comfortable and allowed us to have some creative freedom by letting us choose the location and photo ideas. She gave us our photos back in a very timely manner (like two days!!!). Her gallery is very easy to navigate. For our wedding day, she was on time, detailed, and focused. She accommodated our requests and made sure our photo dreams came to life. People are constantly commenting about how great our wedding photos are. We also had Joe as our videographer, and he was GREAT. Our video is absolutely beautiful and i find myself watching it multiple times a week. In full transparency; our FULL photo gallery came in less than two weeks (our photos we took prior to our ceremony [over 400 photos] came within three days). Our video was back within two weeks. She was open to any modifications to our video and photos (i.e. changing from color to black and white). I would recommend Michelle to anyone. She is personable, friendly, hard working, and accommodating. I was not stressed at all on my wedding day- and a lot of it had to do with her calming presence. There was no pressure!! She made our day come to life!
Bella C., 8 months ago
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Brittany Harmening Photography 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

We are a husband and wife team, Ricklin and I, that work side by side to make their clients feel at ease during their big day. We approach each couple with the intention of capturing your wedding day with a mixture of posed and candid, in-the-moment style photography, so that you can vividly recall your special day each time you look at your photography.

Brittany made capturing our wedding day so much fun. She had great ideas for our portraits that my husband and I would have never thought of while also helping us capture the group/family photos we wanted throughout the day. During our reception, Brittany captured the funnest moments that made for some of our absolute favorite photos from the day. I cannot recommend her enough.
Giavana W., a year ago
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Karmapants Photography & Videography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

We are a husband and wife photography and videography team and have been shooting weddings for over a decade strong. The name says it all… we’re just different. If you don’t want cookie cutter video and images… look no further.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first reached out to Karmapants Photography & Videography, we were impressed by their engaged and quick communication style. They were a pleasure to work with, always friendly and responsive to our questions and requests. On the day of our wedding, the Karmapants team seamlessly captured all the special moments, delivering high-quality photos and videos that beautifully documented our day. The value they provided was great, and we are thrilled with the final product. We would highly recommend Karmapants Photography & Videography to any couple looking for a top-notch wedding photography and videography team.
Daulton G., a year ago
Maddie Rae photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

I’m Maddie, a wedding photographer with a heart for storytelling and a love for capturing the moments that matter most. My style is timeless, romantic, and true to who you are, photos that will still feel just as meaningful decades from now. This work is so much more than a job to me; it’s a calling. I’m passionate about documenting love in all its real, raw beauty, and I truly believe every couple deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and at peace on their day. I center everything I do in faith, trusting that God placed me here with purpose, to serve, to create, and to love others through my work.

Maddie was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the very beginning, her communication was transparent, concise and simple, making her very easy to talk to. The quality of her work was great and exactly as described - an editorial style that captured all the special moments of our day. Maddie has a calm presence and was not at all stressful to work with; the picture-taking process went so smoothly and quickly. Maddie is truly personable and really cares about delivering what you want. The value is excellent - what you pay for is exactly what you get, which is high quality pictures, time, and gifts, as well as helpful sneak peeks throughout the process. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend Maddie Rae Photography. I included some of my favorite photos!
Kimberly W., 8 months ago
Kat Lucille Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Beverly, NJ
  • Offer

Hey there! I’m Kat, an emotive and conceptual photographer, melding candid, fine art, and photojournalist styles. One of the biggest joys I get out of photography is the magic of the moments themselves. To be able to present those moments to the clients, to treasure forever –especially if they didn’t even notice I caught it– brings a huge smile to my face. I pour my energy into making it the best experience I can for my clients. Sessions are about the experience, photos are just the icing on top! I strongly believe in the photos not looking forced, but the client doing what comes naturally to them. I want you to be yourself and have fun.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough positive things about Kat! All I wanted as a bride were beautiful photos, captured memories and an easy day. Kat ensured all of those things came true. She was able to corral my family so effortlessly for group photos as well as come up with great ideas/location spots for us! Amazing and fast communication through every step of the way, all while being super kind and friendly; I felt so relaxed by her presence! And of course…the pictures are just beautiful! She started uploading them so quickly after the wedding too, as well as preparing our keepsake USB and making sure every detail was exactly what I wanted. Book with Kat for your wedding, seriously!
Paige & T., 2 years ago
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Allison McCafferty Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

My wedding photography philosophy is super simple - keep it fun, keep it natural and keep it YOU. I’ve been photographing weddings since 2015 and have shot well over 300 weddings. I'm a lover of candid photos, but also know the importance of formal photos as well, so I provide a good mix of both traditional and photojournalistic styles. I approach wedding photography with a personal touch, understanding the depth of love and the significance of moments both big and small. My goal is to create timeless images that reflect the uniqueness of YOU and tell your love story.

The absolute easiest and best vendor decision I made for my wedding! I was in two weddings with Allison as the photographer and she truly makes it feel like the most fun and relaxed day while capturing the most beautiful photos. I knew before I even got engaged that she would be shooting my wedding one day. She did the most amazing job with our engagement shoot, and her and Colin blew us away with our beautiful wedding photos capturing every single angle. They kept the day so light and fun and we are incredibly grateful to have such perfect photos to relive our day.
Briana R., 6 months ago
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Trinity Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Trinity Marie Photography specializes in capturing the magic of weddings, one frame at a time. Owner and Head photographer Joslynne has over 10 years experience. Joslynne's attention for detail and upbeat approach leaves couples in awe. The team at Trinity Marie Photography has been hand picked for their skills and overall alignment in moral and practices. We aim to capture genuine emotions and the heartfelt moments that make your day uniquely yours. Every couple is different, which is why we tailor our approach to suit your individual preferences and style. We believe that it's the little details that make your wedding day truly special.

Trinity Marie Photography was a true pleasure to work with for our baby shower. From our first interaction, their communication was professional, prompt, and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. On the day of the baby shower, lead photographer JoseLynne was highly engaging and felt like a family member, capturing all the special moments with a beautiful, high-quality, and truly engaging eye. The photos they delivered exceeded our expectations and we are thrilled with the value they provided. We couldn't recommend Trinity Marie Photography more highly - book them now for your special occasions!
Zakiyyah W., a year ago
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PSH Photography & Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

PSH Photography & Film has captured photography and cinematography for weddings and engagements for over 15 years. Prior to owning my own business I have freelanced for many different studios for the past 25 years.

From the moment we first spoke with PSH Photography & Film, we knew we were in good hands. Their communication was quick, professional, and genuinely caring, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On our wedding day, their high-quality, natural, and unique approach to capturing the moments made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. They were so fast and easy to work with, and truly made us feel like family. We are thrilled with the stunning photos they delivered, and could not recommend PSH Photography & Film more highly.
Erika & R., a year ago
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James Webb Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Welcome to James Webb Photography, recently named the best photographer in the world by my daughter. My name is James and my goal is to tell your love story through powerful images. From your engagement session to your wedding day, my approach is laid back and relaxed while giving direction as needed. This is how I capture authentic and expressive images that tell the story of your most important moments.

I was in a few weddings that James shot previously, so I knew as soon as I got engaged that I needed to book him. James is SO talented. He has a unique eye for shots and creates stunning photos. I wanted pictures from my wedding that I could frame and hang on my walls, and less than a month after getting our pictures back, I already have three Smallwoods hanging on my walls. He is such a pleasure to work with and definitely brings the energy to keep you smiling in your photos all day. I will continue singing his praises and recommend him to anyone who is looking for a wedding photographer.
Danielle J., 3 years ago
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Andrew Graham Todes Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Award-winning wedding and portrait photographer with a sense of style and a sense of humor. 🇺🇸🇦🇺 Raised in Australia, lives in South Jersey. Married, with 4 kids, 1 dog and 2 coffee machines. Has shot over 1,000 weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
If it were common practice to have a professional photographer capture every moment of the average person’s life, I’d have Andy on retainer; not only because of the OBVIOUS talent he possesses, but because of who I have come to know him to be as a person and professional. From the day I first spoke with Andy regarding our wedding, I was immediately at ease by his demeanor. He was professional, yet familiar and welcoming. I knew that he had been doing this a long time and that he knew exactly what he was doing. Andy was always incredibly responsive, while maintaining a light, friendly energy which made me feel comfortable. There was appropriate conversation between first contact and the wedding and I had zero questions for him going in, as everything had been thoroughly discussed prior. I couldn’t have been more excited. On the day of the wedding, Andy showed up slightly before I had expected him, and told me he had been scoping out the venue before his arrival, something I appreciated and did not expect. Andy kept a level head all day despite the stressful, sometimes unexpected events that come on wedding days, not to mention he maintained a sense of humor, patience and professionalism the entire time. Throughout the night, I witnessed Andy catching special moments happening before anyone knew they were happening. Somehow, he was everywhere all at once. I never had to look for him when something special happened. Flash forward to not more than a week after the wedding, Andy begins sending me edited highlight photos from the weekend and I can’t believe how incredible they are. The variety in shots, the tone and color palette of the photos, how he was able to capture the individual personalities of everyone in each photo despite having never met them.. I’ve never been more impressed by a professional artist before. And Andy absolutely is an artist. I will forever cherish these memories of our special day and I feel confident should I ever want another special moment captured, Andy will be my first phone call. Book him!! I promise you will not regret it. Thanks Andy! :)
Carly, 2 years ago
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Stills + Cinema 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

We make it our mission to anticipate emotional, exciting, and most of all memorable moments that you will be thrilled and astonished to discover we captured on your wedding day. Dad breaking down seeing you in your dress, nothing but smiles on your rainy wedding day, your favorite little person dumping her flowers on herself right before you make your way up the aisle, The final goodbyes after the most uncoordinated sparkler lighting event in history. These are the authentic moments I would want to remember on my wedding day, so that’s the way we are going to capture yours. (You can find all of these images in our portfolio).

Wow wow wow!! Daniel was our wedding photographer and we could not have dreamed of a more talented, enthusiastic, or fun person to have with us on our wedding day. Daniel was incredibly communicative before our wedding day and then was so organized and thorough on day-of. I’m generally very uncomfortable in front of a camera and dislike having my picture taken, but Daniel put me and my fiancé at ease and we had so much fun! We cannot wait to see the pictures! Also, Daniel braved a tropical storm for our wedding and even ran around on the beach with us after to taken stormy pictures. He’s an absolute legend. Thank you so much for everything, Daniel!!
Natalie, a year ago
Moonrise Visuals 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

We believe wedding photos and videos should tell a story—your story. We specialize in capturing authentic, timeless moments with a cinematic, romantic twist. From intimate portraits to candid laughter, we focus on the energy and emotions that make your wedding day unforgettable. We create images that feel like you—full of warmth, personality, and life. Your photos will be the ones people pin! Whether it’s the joyful tears during your vows or the high-energy celebration on the dance floor, we’re here to document your day in the most meaningful way. Every moment matters, and we’re honored to be the ones to help preserve it all.

I can’t express how well you truly captured us on our wedding day. The music and the vibes were PERFECT.
Randi, a year ago
TomTom Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Hi! I’m Tommy, the guy with the camera who “is” TOMTOM Photos! Years ago when I got married I was not a photographer or videographer. I didn’t have any of the knowledge I have now to help make decisions on what photographer to choose, why to choose them, or what was really important to me as far as photos and video went. I feel this is important because it helps you understand what motivates me. This is why I will only offer you full day coverage and not limit the time you have us there, always have two photographers at your day, and work for you and make sure that your wedding represents you as a unique couple and your unique love story.

Tommy is extremely professional to work with. He always covers everything that’s really important and he’s very creative. He has a good ability to read the room and capture amazing imagery. You can’t go wrong with Tommy.
Ted Felsberg, 6 years ago
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kate & jill 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

We met through similar circumstances of a blind date in 2012. To our surprise we had so much in common that we easily talked about everything and anything for over 3 hours (we're pretty sure that's way longer and more comfortable than blind dates usually go!) and honestly, we just haven't stopped talking since! (There's rarely a quiet moment between us, we really do like to talk!) Within our own separate businesses, we often worked together, generally leading to casual jokes about how we were a dream team and we should just join forces!

OMG! There are not enough words to describe how amazing Kate & Jill are! From the questionnaire that we filled out to show our interest in Kate & Jill Photography to the email we received yesterday that our wedding photos were ready (less than 4 weeks from our wedding date!!), it is clear that Kate and Jill take great pride in their craft and treat clients like family. We always felt well taken care of. Communication was so clear and they were always quick to reply. They listed to what we wanted and made suggestions from their vast knowledge and experience of wedding photography. During our engagement shoot in Spring Lake and our wedding at the Hamilton Manor, Kate and Jill felt like old friends. We love how they are able to capture moments and memories in their photography. Their photos have made us laugh and cry because we are able to relive the most special moments of our wedding day through their photos. We will cherish all of the photos for years to come.
Alissa G., 8 months ago
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Candidly Court Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Hello everyone! I'm Courtney, Previously known as Courtney Servin Photography, a photographer based in Collingswood, New Jersey, just outside Philadelphia, PA. My passions lie in portrait photography, where I specialize in capturing raw, intimate emotions. Through my journey in photography, I've discovered that nothing compares to the joy I feel behind the camera!

We would highly recommend Courtney to any couple who is looking for a fun, talented and friendly photographer! She captured our day so perfectly from the portraits, to the candids and small details. Our photos turned out better than I could have ever imagined! My friends and family still talk about how wonderful she is!
Drew B., a year ago
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Photography by Bilal 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Thanks for stopping by! My name is Bilal and I’m a NJ based wedding photographer. My style of photography is mostly documentary with a touch of fine art and high fashion. I love what I do and take great pride in my work. Weddings are full of so much emotion, energy, and each wedding has a beautiful story of it’s own. My mission on your wedding day will be to capture that unique story through my photos. My experience is diverse-I work with people of many different cultures and backgrounds. Please take a moment to view my galleries and my blog, if my style resonates with you, I’d love to hear from you!

Photography by Bilal was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. Their communication was clear, prompt, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. Bilal and his team were so kind and put my husband and I at ease, even though we're both a bit awkward in front of the camera. The results were truly amazing - we'll cherish our wedding photos forever. Many of our guests also commented on how patient and friendly Bilal was, which we really appreciated. I cannot recommend Photography by Bilal enough. You'll end up with beautiful images and amazing memories working with this talented team.
Najia, 2 years ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Eivan's Photo & Video for our wedding day, their communication was fast, fluent, and always timely. The quality of their work was truly beautiful, magical, and classy - they captured every special moment in a way that felt truly unique and special to us. The photographer was so sweet and attentive, always there to answer any questions we had and make sure we felt comfortable throughout the day. We are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. Eivan's Photo & Video was an invaluable part of making our special day perfect.
Breleigh G., 9 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Beverly, NJ
  • Offer

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
We have never used a photography company before, so we were not sure what to expect. However, all doubts quickly went away from day one. From the video conference calls to the prompt replies to e-mails we always felt like they were there to help guide us through the process and address any of our questions. The photographers were personable and captured unique moments that we did not even know were happening throughout the wedding. Upon receiving the photos we were able to relive our special day all over again thanks to the numerous photos we received. The candid shots were our favorite. Thanks for making our perfect day that much more perfect.
Efrain M., a year ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Beverly, NJ

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
With Sound Originals, we worked with Olivia and Jordan, and they were the perfect photographers for our wedding. They were kind, patient, and so much fun to work with. Their positive energy made us feel at ease, and they captured every special moment beautifully and adapted to our venue limitations and quirks without any fuss! They balanced professionalism with a relaxed, friendly approach, and we are thrilled with the photos—they truly tell the story of our day. We highly recommend Sound Originals, especially Olivia and Jordan, for anyone looking for talented, personable photographers in the Tampa Bay area!
Jay F., a year ago