The Best Wedding Photographers in Essex, CT

The Best Wedding Photographers in Essex, CT

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849 Wedding Photographers in Essex, CT

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Kristen's Captures 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Essex, CT

Kristen's Captures is a wedding and portrait photography company based in Coventry, RI. From your first consultation to your last pose, I will ensure that you have everything you need to look and feel your best in front of the camera. After getting my first camera from my mother, I immediately fell in love with the art of photography. Throughout my career, I have worked with an array of clients for all sorts of milestone moments. I know that each client is different, and am ready to document your candid, unscripted moments in a way that matches your style and aesthetic.

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Kristen was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! She photographed both our engagement session—where she captured the sweetest shots of us with our pups—and our wedding day, and we couldn’t be more grateful for her talent, energy, and heart. From the very beginning, Kristen was so down to earth and easy to connect with. She has such a great personality and instantly made us (and our whole crew) feel comfortable in front of the camera. She even helped me button up my dress after a quick bathroom break—talk about going above and beyond! Kristen truly knows her stuff. She has an amazing eye for angles, light, and location, and she guided us with confidence to make sure we got the most stunning shots. Our wedding day was over 90 degrees with intense humidity, and she powered through all our family portraits and couple shots with absolute ease—never missing a beat. She’s incredibly organized, communicative, and took the time to really get to know us, as well as our friends and family. That personal touch made a huge difference and made every photo feel even more special. Kristen is not only an incredible photographer—she’s a joy to be around. If you're looking for someone who will capture your big day beautifully and make the whole process feel effortless, hire Kristen. You won’t regret it!
Elisia S., 7 months ago
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Meraki Photo, Inc. - Award Winning Wedding Photographer 

4.9

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

Your wedding day is a story of connection, from the quiet moments you share before the ceremony to the wild celebration on the dance floor. Our purpose is to capture all of it, the big emotions, the small details, and everything in between with a genuine and artistic eye. We don't just take pictures; we create a timeless narrative of your love story that you'll cherish forever.

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Rayleen is truly one of a kind! Her talent is incomparable. Rayleen has done our engagement, wedding, maternity, and new born pictures. All parts of the experiences have been high quality. She's an amazing person with an amazing personality, got a crazy artistic eye, and always delivers the most beautiful photos. Rayleen will always be our go-to gal! 10000/10 stars!
Rebecca R., 2 years ago
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Wedding Photography by George 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Essex, CT

My name is George. I’m a wedding, event, and portrait photographer based in Connecticut. I began my photography journey at the age of 17. In 2009, I attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan, NY, where I completed the Fashion Photography program. As an artist, my goal is to create natural images that are full of life and express beauty. I approach each client’s needs with care and creativity—capturing emotions, unique details, and the essence of your story. Professional photographer since 2009 and have photographed over 200 weddings.

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We booked George to capture our wedding day at an outdoor venue in northern MA. As a photographer myself I have high standards when it comes to photos, so I was very selective when making my choice. But I'm happy to report that we made a great choice with George as his work is top notch. Before the wedding we had 2 phone calls to plan out the many scenes we'd want him to capture. We also shared some light guidance on editing style, which he happily incorporated. On the day of the wedding George arrived promptly (early even, which was good) despite the fact he was driving many hours from CT. George did a great job making people feel comfortable in front of the camera. He seemed very experienced as throughout the day he seamlessly transitioned from the foreground to the background as needed. He was never in the way, but always nearby and ready to jump in and capture whatever was happening. He also captured a variety of types of shots, from the wide, establishing shots to the perfectly composed closeups of intimate moments - with lots of extra detail shots and plenty of candids too. For the ceremony in particular, he displayed his great eye and quick reaction time to document every moment and every angle, including crowd reactions. He came well prepared too with 2 Sony mirrorless cameras and a large off-camera flash to ensure even lighting. From our 8-hour shoot he provided over 1,400 fully edited photos (each 61MP) via a Google Drive download link. We were extremely please with the quality and speed of our portfolio (fully delivered within 2 weeks). On top of that, George happily provided me with the full edited portfolio in TIFF file format, per my request. The file sizes are much larger so I gave him a 512GB USB drive which he loaded and shipped back to me. I really can't say enough good things about George. So just book him now and I know you'll be pleased with the results!
James H., 8 months ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Essex, CT
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Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Don't take our word for it, see it for yourself on our website. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

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The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., a year ago
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Terrence Irving Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Essex, CT

Black Connecticut wedding photographer, purveyor of the artistically-engineered photography experience. That's a crafty way of saying, I'm a computer nerd who's pretty good at photography and believes in great service! Digital image gallery, print rights, and beautiful, physical prints included with every package. My work focuses on telling my couples’ wedding day love stories through the pictures I capture. Artwork is the goal, whether it’s a highly-stylized posed photo or a moment where a loved one is emoting.

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Terrence was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. His easygoing and respectful communication style made us feel at ease through the entire process. On the big day, Terrence captured all those special moments with his creative eye and professional work - from the heartfelt exchanges at the altar to the entertaining dancefloor antics later that night. The final wedding album beautifully encapsulates the love and joy we felt. My mom couldn't stop raving about Terrence's incredible talent and tireless work ethic to document every important moment. We highly recommend Terrence Irving Photography for any couple looking to cherish the memories of their special day with stunning, creative photos that capture the essence of their love!
Amanda, 2 years ago
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Chelsea Rush Photography 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,415
  • Serves Essex, CT

📸 Hi, I'm Chelsea, a wedding photographer with a love for capturing joy! With 5 years of professional experience (many more years as a hobbyist), my style mixes classic elegance with candid moments. I believe in creating a relaxed, fun environment, ensuring your special day is beautifully immortalized. Let's capture your love story! 💌

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Chelsea is AMAZING! We did our engagement shoot and wedding photos with Chelsea; my husband and I head over heels in love with how the photos came out. During all the time we spent with Chelsea, she made us feel so comfortable and natural. We loved how Chelsea let us be ourselves and captured all the beautiful candid moments of us together. She knows how to bring a good balance of candid photos and posed photos (which can sometimes feel awkward, but she made it so easy and fun!). She is insanely creative! We gave her some general direction of what photos we wanted and trusted that she could have fun and surprise us with the results. She more than delivered with this! Chelsea also is so impressive with her turnaround time for photos. Both our engagement shoot photos and wedding photos were returned to us so fast! Our wedding guests raved about the photos. We cannot wait to return to Chelsea in the future, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of a photographer!
Rachel d., 8 months ago
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ALM Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi, I'm Tony, owner of ALM Photography.. I'm a seasoned photographer with over 12 years of wedding experience specializing in true to life, unfiltered wedding photography. With more than 25 years of dedication as an emergency room nurse, I bring a unique perspective and a keen eye for detail to every shot. I photography weddings with a balance of photojournalistic storytelling and editorial refinement- most of the day is captured as it naturally unfolds with real moments and real emotion-while portraits and key moments are gently guided to create timeless, magazine-worthy images.

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From the moment we reached out to ALM Photography, Tony was incredibly responsive, timely, and professional in his communication. His attention to detail was evident throughout the entire process. The photos he captured of our wedding day were truly stunning, and we were amazed at how affordable his services were. He made sure to take photos of our parents and guests, as well as all the little details that made our day so special. The only thing we would have liked is if he had taken more photos of us with our wedding party and our children, I am honestly a bit bummed about that. However, I suppose I should have paid closer attention to that to ensure that was done. Overall, we are thrilled with the memories Tony helped us preserve from our wedding day. We highly recommend ALM Photography to any couple looking for an experienced, talented, and customer-focused photographer.
Jenn B., a year ago
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Brianna Ritoli Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Essex, CT

I was born and raised in the smallest little state, Rhode Island! With that comes a huge appreciation for the coast and a realization that magic can be found in even the smallest of details. Growing up in a small town where time seems to go by slower helped me learn the value of genuine connections which have now become apart of who I am.

Awarded Best of Zola
Do you need a wedding photographer and you've already flipped through 7,562 other photographers? Look no further. Brianna is the real deal. 1. She is a great communicator. 2. She is transparent with her pricing. 3. She responds to questions and emails in a timely manner. 4. She is attentive day of and stays on task and on time. 5. She sticks to what you ask of her, you want lots of candids or posed shots? Family portraits? Recreations of old family wedding portraits? She has got you covered. 6. She will give you direction of what to do with your body. 7. The photos come out Amazing! If you like her style, do not hesitate to book her. She will not do you dirty. It's amazing what she sees behind the lens, seeing the photos after those moments you feel awkward in front of the camera come out as masterpieces. This is what you keep after the day is over, it goes by so fast but the photos help to keep that day alive forever. *pro tip, book her for your engagement shoot too,it really helps to feel comfortable day of and you get a glimpse of how your photos might look and it gets you excited for wedding photos. 10/10. Thank you Brianna!
Darcey H., 7 months ago
Tianna Hauser Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi! I'm Tianna, a New England wedding and destination photographer based in Connecticut. My faith is the foundation of everything apart of me. My family, friends, and my business. I wouldn’t be where I am today without God, & I pray that my clients can see the goodness of the Lord through every stage of working with me! My style reflects my photography: a mix of cottage core & country. Outside of photography, l'm a wife, mama, homebody at heart, and a lover of hot cocoa, fresh sourdough, thrifted finds, intentional living, garden shops, & cozy nights in. Inspired by old love letters, barefoot adventures, and celebrating in the in between!

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Tianna is the best photographer and I am so happy she was available to shoot both our engagement session and wedding. She is so welcoming and knows how to help pose you so you don't ever feel uncomfortable. We had received so many compliments on our engagement pictures and when we got our sneak peaks from the wedding they look like they came straight out of a magazine. She took the sweetest family picture for us incorporating our dog on our special day and we couldn't thank her enough! She even surprised us on our wedding day with an album with mini polaroids she took throughout the day. We can't wait to see the rest of our photos!
Leah L., 10 months ago
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Sarah B Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Essex, CT

HELLO! My name is Sarah Barbagallo. I am a 27-year-old wife and mama to 2 sons. I have been behind the lens for as long as I can remember. Photography started out as a hobby for me, but the last 5 years has become my full-time business and I haven't looked back since!​

Sarah B Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day! From our very first interaction, Sarah was friendly, professional, and prompt in all her communications. On the day of our wedding, she seamlessly captured all the special moments we wanted - from the moody, fall-inspired portraits to the candid shots of our guests having a blast. The sneak peek exceeded our expectations, perfectly reflecting the vibe we were going for. We especially appreciated that Sarah took the initiative to photograph our wedding decor, even though we had forgotten to ask her to do so. She also had the BEST photo ideas, like the one of us kissing beneath my veil which ended up being my favorite photo! Her attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile made her great value for the fair pricing. We would highly recommend Sarah B Photography to any couple looking for a talented, personable photographer to document their big day.
Ashley B., 4 months ago
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Nicole York Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hii! I'm Nicole and I work full-time as a nurse and pursued my passion for photography in 2017 when I would attend my boyfriend (now husband's) motocross races all over New England. I quickly began capturing family and friends and learned that I loved capturing moments in life big and small! I love capturing people in love and enjoy being able to make others feel beautiful and confident through my photos.

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We’re so glad we chose Nicole as our wedding photographer. She was professional, calm, and made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. She captured every important moment from the big highlights to the small, candid ones with such a natural and romantic style. Nicole was organized, easy to work with, and blended in seamlessly throughout the day. Our sneak peeks are already incredible, and we can’t wait to see the rest. We’ll cherish these photos forever. Highly recommend!
Megan, 7 months ago
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Michaela Elizabeth Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi, I’m Michaela, the face behind Michaela Elizabeth Photography! Before photography, I spent 22 years in the equestrian world, learning patience, connection, and the joy of life’s little moments. I began my photography journey capturing the bond between horse and rider, but my passion quickly grew into telling people’s stories through portraits and weddings. Now, I specialize in documenting love and life in a way that feels natural, fun, and true to you. From golden light portraits to the joy and emotion of your wedding day, I aim to create timeless images you’ll treasure forever.

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I’ve worked with Michaela 3 times now and have had nothing short of a great experience! She’s the best to work with and so helpful with posing, locations, and bringing the vibes you want in her results! I’ve received my photos quickly as well!
michelle m., 5 months ago
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Hayden Budd Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

Hello, I'm Hayden. I've been photographing weddings across Connecticut and New England for over a decade, more than I can count at this point, but each one still feels special. I take a hybrid approach to photography with both digital and film photography for weddings. Every wedding is different, but the best ones share something in common: they feel authentic. My job isn't to stage perfection; it's to document the real, beautiful, chaotic, joyful moments that make your day yours.

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Budd is Best! Hayden is communicative and readily goes out of his way to adjust to and help you make excellent records of your engagement, wedding, and other events as well. He is excellent at matching the vibe of a wedding as well as applying his style to his artwork as well. He is easy to talk to and is a calm presence on the big day. You will love working with him!
Lela, 4 months ago
HFitch Photography 

5.0

  • Serves Essex, CT

I'm a 28-year-old photographer based out of South Eastern, Connecticut! I got into photography in 2019 and have been loving every second of it! When I'm not capturing memories, you can find me on some adventure with my boyfriend, or at home with our 2 Kittybrats (Loki & Cruise.. Tom Cruise)!

Hayley is not only the most talented photographer but the kindest and brightest light. I have known Hayley for about 15 years and the honor to have her shoot our wedding was truly ours. From our engagement shoot, to photo timelines, and all of our questions, she was literally there for me with anything that came up throughout our day. I absolutely panicked when my bustle broke on my dress during my reception. She literally took time to sew my bustle to my dress like it was the simplest task of her day. I truly cannot express our gratitude and appreciate to have her and her second shooter, Rachel (Wild Arrow), capture our day.
Chelsea D., 4 months ago
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Melissa Lewis Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Essex, CT

Melissa Lewis Photography is a New England based Wedding Photography & Videography company that offers packages for every couple, price & budget. We are a fine art & true-to-color photography company. Our impeccable & captivating images will stand the test of time with our elegant, timeless & classic style . Melissa Lewis is the founder and lead photographer. It is her passion to work with my clients to capture all life's wonderful moments that would normally get tucked away as merely memories. We strive to build a personal connection with every couple & provide a unique photography experience.

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Melissa and her team are fabulous! She was probably one of the best vendors for my wedding in terms of communication and reliability. She made me feel so comfortable during the first meeting for the engagement photo shoot and then the wedding day was just perfect. She completely listened to me throughout the entire process and followed through with everything. I feel like this was the best decision. Worth every penny! It's just a bonus that her personality is so fun and awesome as well. Thank You Melissa!!!
Ashley P., 2 years ago
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Rise To It Productions 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Essex, CT

Rise To It Productions specializes in capturing the magic of your wedding day with stunning photography, cinematic videography, and lively DJ services. With over a decade of experience, we bring a personalized touch to every couple’s unique love story. Our team is dedicated to making your wedding day stress-free and unforgettable, preserving every moment from the first look to the final dance. Combining creativity, professionalism, and a passion for storytelling, we deliver memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Let us help you celebrate your love story the way it deserves to be told.

Eli and his team were AMAZING. They were early yo the venue and took little detail pictures. Made sure we got “getting ready” shots even tho we didn’t get ready at the venue. And got every single picture we asked for. My husband and I were very nervous about the staged photos being unorganic, but the team made everyone feel comfortable and coach us through how to make things look natural and timeless. I could not have asked for a better photographer and videographer team
Ryleigh, 8 months ago
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Sebastian Photography Studio 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Essex, CT

Sebastian Photography is a dynamic husband and wife team, specializing in wedding and lifestyle photography. Their artistic approach fuses elements of fashion, color, composition and style. They believe that what makes a great photographer is not just the ability to operate a camera, but rather the ability to anticipate life as it unfolds. To see light and shadow as they change, and the ability to capture authentic moments that evoke emotion, and tell your story.

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We couldn’t be happier with the incredible work Phyllis & Sebastian did for our wedding. From the stunning photos to the beautifully crafted video by Gio, they captured every moment of our special day with such care and artistry. Phyllis and Sebastian made us feel completely at ease throughout the day, and their attention to detail was remarkable. Every photo feels so genuine and full of emotion, perfectly telling the story of our wedding. Gio’s video brought it all to life, allowing us to relive those unforgettable moments over and over again. The team was professional, organized, and such a joy to work with. They truly listened to our vision and delivered beyond what we could have imagined. Their ability to seamlessly capture candid, heartfelt moments alongside breathtaking portraits is a testament to their talent. If you’re looking for a photography and videography team that will preserve your memories with unmatched creativity and heart, we can’t recommend Phyllis, Sebastian, and Gio enough. Thank you for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever!
Ashley M., a year ago
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Allison Cheng Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,250
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi, I’m Allison, and I’ve had the privilege of photographing weddings for over 10 years. My background with USA Gymnastics in sports photography (including the 2020, and 2024 Olympic Trials) has taught me to capture every moment with precision and artistry, making sure no detail goes unnoticed. Because of my commitment to the gymnastics season, I limit the number of weddings I take on each year. This means I can give each couple the time and attention they truly deserve, creating a personalized gallery that tells the beautiful story of their day. I’d love to work with you to capture your unforgettable moments!

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Allison is a professional yet loving person and is the perfect photographer for weddings and family portraits! My husband and I knew the minute we got engaged that we wanted to work with her. We did our engagement shoot at Harkness Park and immediately felt at ease working with Allison and overall we all had a lot of fun! The day of our wedding Allison and her dad John were incredible. We gave them the difficult task of getting 90% of our pictures done before the ceremony so we could spend some of our cocktail hour with our guests. Not only did they make that task look easy, but we all had a great time with our shots! Allison also strongly suggested taking 20 minutes during sunset to take some couple shots, and those became my favorite pictures of the day. The turnaround for the full album was quick and the pictures were beautiful, but most importantly the personality that both Allison and John have made the experience magical for everyone involved. I can't recommend working with them enough!
Sage D., a year ago
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Wild Roots Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Essex, CT

My husband and I enjoy living in the quiet woods of Eastern CT with our fur babies Kenai and Topaz. We have been together since 2015 and got married in 2022 at a brewery. I've had the incredible experience of living around the country including AK, OR and CO (yes I love the snow!). My perfect day is sitting outside in the autumn foliage drinking espresso while listening to a podcast or reading on my kindle. The shows Outlander and Stranger Things are my vibe though I'm always quoting New Girl and Bob’s Burgers. I live for cozy coffee yaps, farmers markets, and serendipitous moments.

ASHLEY IS THE BEST!! 100% my new bff. She is so funny, kind, and easy to work with. We got to know her while doing our engagement photos and it made her feel like family the day of. I’m so glad we used her, the photo sneaks we got back were dreamy, romantic, and so moody. Her editing style is flawless and her ability to capture the candid moments is exactly what we wanted. We cannot recommend her enough, definitely the best in her field!!!!
Samantha D., 4 months ago
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Mariel O. Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,195
  • Serves Essex, CT

I am a teal obsessed, chocoholic, wife & fur mama who can’t get enough of capturing love stories! Photography has been a passion project for many years but after my own 2014 wedding, I decided to parlay my years of experience in child portraiture and transition to the amazing world of wedding days! It's been 8 years and I never looked back! My goal is to not only capture bright, bold, natural images but truly share in your love story!

Mariel was beyond exceptional! My husband and I met with Mariel 4 days before our wedding for our engagement shoot and was so impressed with her work, we knew she would be a blast to work with for our special day! Her response time with emails/texts was quick and always answered all of our questions. We would absolutely have Mariel shoot pictures for us in the future!
Jamie C., 5 months ago
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Simply K Studios 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Essex, CT

Kathy Loiselle is a travel and destination wedding and elopement photographer based out of New England. She has photographed in Tuscany, Lake Tahoe, Santa Monica, Colorado, Savannah, Greece, Key West, Maui, Germany, Orlando, and Maine. With a master's degree in business education and 10+ years of experience running her own business, Kathy is a mentor to other business owners in the Connecticut wedding industry. With a mix of editorial and photojournalistic images, your images will be timeless.

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Kathy is amazing to work with! She is professional and fun, takes away all of the camera shyness! She truly captured our vision with our engagement photos and wedding photos! The album she created was simple, timeless and absolutely stunning!
Tara, 3 years ago
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Britt Hill Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Essex, CT

Wedding photography inspired by film. For couples who value a simple, intentional and love-filled day captured through visual storytelling reflecting life just as it is. Whether it is at city hall, on a mountain, at a park, on a beach or a wedding venue – your celebration will be captured true to how it felt. Your day, your way.

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We can’t say enough amazing things about Britt! We originally booked her for our engagement shoot, and from that very first session, we knew she was the perfect photographer for our wedding day. She made us feel so comfortable and at ease, which is exactly what you need when you’re juggling nerves and excitement. On our wedding day, Britt was a total pro. She hyped us up when we needed it, kept the energy fun and relaxed, and somehow managed to wrangle our chaotic list of family combinations with total grace and zero complaints. She captured so many beautiful, candid moments that we’ll truly cherish forever. Britt also delivered our photos exactly within the timeframe she promised, something we really appreciated during the post-wedding whirlwind. Her work speaks for itself, but beyond that, she is warm, professional, and just an absolute joy to work with. She is 100% worth the investment, and we will recommend her over and over again to anyone looking for a photographer who truly goes above and beyond!
Danielle D., 7 months ago
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Margit Anne Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Essex, CT

My name is Margit, and I’m a Mystic, CT wedding photographer, secret baking enthusiast, and mother of the two cutest kids on the planet. I am so happy you’re here. I know how stressful this season of wedding planning can feel, and I hope that by finding me, you can breathe a huge sigh of relief and release those shoulders you have scrunched up by your ears.

From the moment we met Margit, we were blown away by her warm, friendly, and loving communication style. Her magical, romantic, and relaxed approach to capturing our wedding day was exactly what we had hoped for. She suggested wonderful poses, actions, and locations that resulted in photographs that truly reflect the joy and intimacy of our special day. Her skill at preserving those precious moments has given us images we will cherish forever. We are so grateful to have had Full of Whimsy Photography (Margit and Megan) as our wedding photographers and cannot recommend them highly enough. @fullofwhimsyphotography
Alyssa, a year ago
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BridgetQ Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Essex, CT

I am a self-proclaimed nerd and total goofball who is always up for an adventure, especially if it means going to the beach. I love to travel. I have been blessed to find “home” on three different continents, and I speak fluent English, Spanish and Portuguese. My husband Mike, sons Javi & Ro, baby Soleil and pup Tag are my greatest motivation. They simultaneously drive me crazy and keep me grounded. The love, strength and energy I get from them shapes my perspective on the world, and is something that I want to share with you. In addition to all that, I happen to be one of the luckiest people in the world – I love my job!

Bridget & her assistant did a PHENOMONAL job photographing my daughter and son-in-law’s wedding last weekend. She somehow managed to capture it all – the couple, the relatives, the venue, the season, the rituals – yet each image stands as a work of art on its own. Especially love the black and white photos sprinkled in with the full color. I guess it comes down to Bridget’s mastery of lighting, and her ability to read the energy of the many different people she photographs. One of her candids has the gorgeous lighting of a Vermeer painting (“Girl with a Pearl Earring”). It you’re looking for the best, look no further.
Michel M., a year ago
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Teresa Johnson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi, I'm Theresa, a wedding photographer inspired by nature's beauty and the stories we all hope to pass down. Along with my amazing team of photographers (plus a videographer!), our work emphasizes natural prompts and real emotions to create incredible imagery that captures the vibrant energy of wedding celebrations. We’re set apart by the fact that we know how to maximize shotlists so our couples can skip the photo marathons and enjoy their own cocktail hour (which is rare, I might add).

Awarded Best of Zola
Teresa is awesome! She provides amazing customer service from the time you meet her through the time she delivers your digital album (3-4 weeks after your wedding day) and then beyond that was you order prints and create albums. I “clicked” with Teresa instantly the day we met and she held my husband and my hands through the entire planning process leading up to the wedding. She even shot a mini-engagement shoot in the week before the wedding so that my husband could meet her and she could see us interact together. We were completely confident that our day would go smoothly photography-wise and boy, did it ever! Once in full "game day" mode on our wedding day, Teresa balanced being friendly and accommodating to our wedding party and guests with doing the necessary crowd control to get the shots we asked her to, plus so many others! Her full day coverage allowed us to have pictures from both of our getting ready locations, our first look and then the ceremony and reception at our venue: four locations on a tight timeline which meant over 10 hours of shooting. After our big day, we were psyched to see our sneak preview pop up in our inbox less than 24 hours after the wedding with 100+ photos! Even better, our full album came through at around 3 weeks post-wedding. From what I've heard from other wedding couples, this is exceptional turnaround time compared to the majority of the industry. The photos themselves are nothing short of amazing! Teresa was able to capture the happiness and love we felt on our day and looking through the photos transported us right back to each of the special moments of our day. From our intimate first look to the formal portraits, to photos of our DIY wedding details, to the dance floor candids and our sparkler send off, and everything in between.... WOW! We recommend Teresa to anyone and everyone we can!
Chrissy and R., 6 years ago
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Daphne and Dean 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Essex, CT

Cozy, natural, and fun storytelling for those who value being in the moment. We’re Erin & Peter — Connecticut wedding photographers who blend classic portraits and candid, joyful moments; documenting weddings across Connecticut, Hudson Valley, and New England.

TLDR: Book them now!! We knew Erin & Peter from my sister's wedding, and we were in love with how natural their photos looked and how easy they were to work with. For our own wedding, we were so lucky to book them! They were the most intuitive people we worked with all day, picking up on all of the day's emotions and logistics flawlessly while helping us arrange ourselves for the photos we knew we would cherish for a lifetime. They even helped arrange my dress and veil, and never flinched in our muggy, buggy atmosphere. They were fun, funny, helpful, and in short, a dream to work with. Their talent is superb - we can't recommend them highly enough!
Shannon K., 2 years ago
Jayxel PhotogrArtphy 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hello, My Name is Jurgen van der Pluijm WEDDING, FASHION, LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER and Artist I grew up in a multicultural family and have been exposed to two things since a young age - European Culture and African Culture As a seasoned photographer and artist, my work reflects a thoughtful exploration of the world around me. Armed with a strong foundation in art and a keen eye for detail, I approach my craft with a sense of curiosity and dedication. Through the lens of a camera, I strive to capture the essence of emotions, the beauty of nature, and the stories that lie within the ordinary.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jayxel PhotogrArtphy was a pleasure to work with on our wedding day. Their communication style was very clear and simple, which helped put us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly professional, and they approached the day with a humble and patient demeanor. Jayxel PhotogrArtphy captured all the laughter, tears, and joyful moments between my wife and I, as well as our guests. We are looking forward to having them shoot all our future occasions as well.
Derrick P., a year ago
Cait Fletcher Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Essex, CT

Cait began her career as a fine art wedding photographer in 2013. Her couple’s wedding days have been featured in Vogue, The Washington Post, The Connecticut Bride, TLC, and Newsweek. Cait's style can be described as timeless, avant-garde, creative, & iconic. She shoots intentionally with each frame, ensuring each frame is worthy of hanging in her couple's homes. Cait has had the honor of photographing weddings throughout the U.S., Mexico, and Europe, where she's drawn inspiration from the different countries she's traveled.

Cait is so incredibly talented and an absolute pleasure to work with! Please please please book her for your wedding! I would honestly work around her availability to pick your wedding date-that is how amazing she is! We are so in love with the beautiful memories she captured for us!
Natalie D., 2 years ago