The Best Wedding Photographers in New York, NY

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in New York, NY

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Moments by Ioana Stavar 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves New York, NY

Manhattan Wedding Photographer | Documentary Style by Ioana | Capturing authentic, documentary-style wedding photography in New York and Long Island. Originally from Transylvania, Ioana brings a timeless, European editorial feel to NYC elopements and luxury weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot recommend Iaona Stavar moments enough! She is SO good at her craft, and makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera. My brother texted us after and said "your photographer was SO locked in, holy ...." Her photos are beautiful, she is kind and captures all the important moments without making it feel like a chore to take photos. You can tell she loves what she does and we are so happy with our photos from her! BOOK BOOK BOOK!
Nicole T., 2 months ago
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ALL THE FEELS ~ 
Rating: 4.9 (24 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

IN AN OCEAN OF PEOPLE, I'M EXCITED YOU FOUND ME! Send inquiry via my web allthefeels,club | I'm Mucci, a romantic storyteller who has been using photography, video and motion graphic to communicate, with over 17 years of experience. That's over half of my life! I am inspired by genuine connections, fresh air, a car ride, vulnerability, sunlight and foggy days, backyard gatherings, misty rain, singing out loud, visual poetry, and so much more. My style combines wedding photojournalism with fine art photography, resulting in nostalgic, romantic, candid photos.

Working with Mucci was an absolute joy from beginning to end. Her warm, upbeat, and enthusiastic communication instantly made us feel comfortable, even though we hadn’t met in person before our proposal day. Her cinematic photography style perfectly captured the emotion of the moment, and the quick turnaround time exceeded our expectations. Mucci arrived early to prepare for the surprise proposal and managed to capture the exact moment from the perfect angle. We’re beyond thrilled with the beautiful memories that Mucci (All the Feels ) created for our special day.
Chetan, 9 months ago
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Zasibna Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves New York, NY

If you want your wedding to look beautiful and feel real - you’re in the right place. We are a wedding photography and videography team dedicated to capturing real emotions, genuine moments, and the full story of your day. At Zasibna Photo, we focus on creating a seamless, stress-free experience where you can be fully present and enjoy your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were nervous about photography on our wedding day because we're not at all comfortable in front of cameras, but Zasibna Photo completely changed that for us. From our first conversation, Natalia was open and willing to listen to what we wanted. She came early and suggested poses that felt natural and didn't push us beyond what we were comfortable with, which made such a difference. The photos turned out like a dream and they captured our day in a way that feels authentic and beautiful. We felt really relaxed around Natalia and that ease showed up in every single shot. We'd absolutely recommend Zasibna Photo to any couple looking for someone who truly cares about making you feel at home behind the lens.
June O., 4 months ago
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Golden Thread Cinematography 
Rating: 5.0 (109 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $997
  • Serves New York, NY

Golden Thread Cinematography is a boutique wedding photo and video team dedicated to telling each couple’s story with intention, artistry, and care. We focus on creating a calm, guided, and enjoyable experience so our couples can stay present while we capture their day with a cinematic and timeless approach.

Kevin and Autumn were incredible to work with. They were fun, engaging, professional, and it felt like they have been doing photography and videography their entire lives. I will be reaching out to them exclusively for any future professional photography/videography needs.
Matthew C., 2 months ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 
Rating: 5.0 (80 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Offer

Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 2 years ago
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Alena Kostromia Photography & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Send inquiry via my web kostromina. co As a wedding photographer and videographer serving New York and New Jersey, my team and I are dedicated to creating authentic, timeless, and emotionally rich visuals that tell the story of your special day. With over 11 years of experience in the industry, we've developed a keen eye for capturing the natural nuances, energy, and relationships that make each wedding unique. Our style combines wedding photojournalism with fine art and fashion photography. We focus on guiding rather than posing, allowing your photos to reflect the genuine essence and emotion of your celebration.

Awarded Best of Zola
So happy to have her! Photos editing time is 2 month which from everyone else we have spoke to - fastest time. Our wedding was recently so we can only share pictures from iPhone lol but I’m sure they are great
Julia, 10 months ago
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Kam Wickam Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,400
  • Offer

*Please reach out using the contact form on my website.* Featured in publications such as Green Wedding Shoes, Loverly, and The Bridal Journal, Kam Wickam brings over fifteen years of experience to her work as a New York City–based photographer. Photographing on both digital and film, she blends a foundation in fine art with a degree in psychology, creating imagery that feels both artfully composed and editorially refined.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are absolutely blown away by Kam! Our venue was small, but she worked magic with the space. The portraits she captured are beyond stunning! We couldn't be happier with the results and are so grateful to have had her there to document our day!
Mallory, 2 years ago
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Rebeca & Andrew 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves New York, NY

We’re a husband-and-wife photography team capturing timeless weddings across New York City, New Jersey, and beyond. With over a decade of experience, we blend an editorial eye with documentary storytelling to create photographs that feel modern yet enduring. From intimate Central Park and NYC skyline weddings to romantic New Jersey garden celebrations and destination weddings worldwide.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you're looking for the BEST wedding photographers, look no further... Rebeca and Andrew are it! After seeing their stunning work at my brother’s wedding, I knew I had to have them capture mine. From our engagement shoot all the way through our wedding day, their talent and eye for beauty were unmatched. They’re not only incredibly skilled but also such genuinely kind, organized, and easygoing people. They make you feel comfortable in front of the camera (even if posing feels unnatural for you), and their energy puts you at ease instantly. And can we talk about how FAST they are? We got 90 sneak peek, high-resolution photos just five days after our wedding and they are all beyond gorgeous. It’s actually going to be impossible to pick favorites for our album because every single shot is that good. We are beyond grateful to have had Rebeca and Andrew by our side on such an important day. We love them and couldn’t recommend them more!
Alyssa, a year ago
Creative Photojournalism & Cinematic Video by PSPi 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style

We are a family owned and operated studio delivering Photography & Cinematic Video. What started with my father who opened our first studio in Brooklyn, New York in 1992, has evolved into a spectacular studio that captures moments candidly for you to share with friends and family. At PSPi we tell your wedding day story in a new style. A style that blends photo journalism with an unobtrusive cinematic approach. Bringing back that powerful and emotional experience to a product that is personal, unique, modern and artistic.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the first phone call with Pavel, I knew we were going to have an amazing team. Pavel was so incredibly thorough and reassuring and helped create a perfect timeline for the day. The team, Eddy, Rob & Dave, were so charismatic and knowledgeable. They knew exactly what to do and what instructions to give my husband and I to create the most beautiful and intimate photos. We’re a little camera shy, so the fact they were able to direct us and make us feel comfortable shows their expertise. We are so beyond happy with our photos, full length video and highlight reels. Also - I have to say, the team is so great at capturing AMAZING candids during the party! There were times I didn’t even know they were behind me, and I am so happy to have all these moments captured. I did not feel like I had a camera in my face during the party at all! We had 3K AMAZING photos to look through, and EVERY photo is fantastic. I have also watched my highlight reel so many times, and I’ve already watched my full length film and plan on watching it again with my parents. I will seriously be recommending PSPI to everyone I know!! THANK YOU PSPI!!
Amanda W., 2 years ago
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Justin McCallum Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,200

Hi! I’m Justin (he/him) and I’m here to affirm your love, make you feel like a fucking rockstar, and dance like a total fool. Oh, and take so many gorgeous photos of y’all. Obvs. My style blends both documentary photojournalism and fine art photography: coaching folks who are shy in front of the camera, then stepping back to capture authentic moments uninterrupted. I’ve been lucky enough to have my work published by A Practical Wedding, The New York Times, GLAMOUR, People Magazine and many other fabulous outlets. I'm a stereotypical Capricorn that loves drag shows, campy horror films, every dog I meet, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot recommend Justin enough! He is a fun, bubbly, and genuinely kind person who truly cares about his clients. He took the time to get to know us personally before the big day, and his organized process made everything feel effortless. The final photos are STUNNING and we'll cherish them forever. If you want a photographer who goes above and beyond, Justin is the one!
Sam G., 4 months ago
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Stine Creative LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves New York, NY
  • Offer

Stacie is a New York City photographer who specializes in romantic, cinematic imagery for couples who want something a little more funky than traditional wedding photography. For over a decade, she has photographed love stories across the country — capturing more than 50 weddings and over 300 couples sessions along the way. Stacie works primarily with couples who want their photos to have a mix of vibes: artistic, cinematic, candid, and editorial — whether they’re planning an intimate wedding, a City Hall ceremony, a surprise proposal in Central Park, or a romantic photoshoot while visiting New York.

Awarded Best of Zola
Stacie is an amazing photographer, who I would highly recommend to anyone. She is professional and organized, but such a joy to work with. She is so fun and can put anyone at ease. Her work is very creative and unique, and I would hire her in a heartbeat.
Greenhouse Creative, 4 years ago
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MJC IMAGE 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,400

Hey, I'm Mary! It's nice to meet you. I am a New York City-based photographer championing spaces where all joy is seen and celebrated. Originally from Indiana, I'm now based in Manhattan, where I live with my wife, Rosalie, and our cat, Ramsay. I have a formal background in theater and have been immensely privileged to work and train all over the world.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could write a novel about how incredible it was to work with Mary during our engagement and wedding! Getting our photos back from Mary was overwhelming because she truly captured everything we wanted and asked for, and so much more. There were so many people and moments I left our wedding day thinking we hadn’t captured, but when I looked at our final album, all those missing moments were present. All the hugs with lifelong friends, laughter with guests, the many beautiful couples who joined us, and all the fun we had dancing with our closest friends at the end of the night. It was the best, most special day, and thanks to Mary we’ll be able to relive it all for the rest of our lives. I wish I could give her more than 5 stars. Forever grateful for Mary’s talent, professionalism, and kindness on our special day. If you’re looking for beautiful pictures and a super cool, fun human to take them for you, Mary is your girl!
Cait F., 7 months ago
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Millie Elangbam Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,000

Hi, my name is Millie! I picked up a camera 11 years ago and I've been wholeheartedly devoted to this craft ever since. Through photography, I've come to understand that the meaningful connections I form with others hold a special significance for me and should be documented. My journey has naturally directed me toward wedding photography, enabling me to translate your love into art. To me, nothing compares to distilling love into photographs.

Awarded Best of Zola
We scheduled a Summer Couple Session with Millie this past June and couldn't have had a better experience! She worked with us to align on our vision for the shoot and plan an itinerary for our shoot. Millie is clear with her communication and made sure to make the most of our time together. With this being our first couple photoshoot, it was especially comforting to have her by our side to make us feel at ease and guide us through each pose. Her experience and talent truly shined through as she shared our photos. Millie's ability to set the stage up for natural moments allowed us to have a beautiful and genuine memory to look back on.
Stephanie M., 2 years ago
Rebecca Lader Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Editorial style

Bespoke imagery crafted to honor your love story. Editorial storytelling with a documentary soul. Based in New York & traveling anywhere your story takes us. Looking forward to hearing from you! My work lives at the intersection of emotion and artistry, blending documentary storytelling with an editorial eye.

Awarded Best of Zola
When I came across Rebecca's website and portfolio I was immediately smitten. Her style was so beautiful and unique, and exactly what I was hoping to find for our wedding. One quick call with her and I knew she was our photographer. She was so warm and welcoming and we felt completely ourselves around her. We had FUN spending time with her for both our engagement and wedding photos. Aside from her amazing skills - she went ABOVE AND BEYOND to coordinate our engagement photos with us when we were living in California. She was the easiest choice we made and we love every photo she took for us. Cannot recommend her highly enough! - Chelsean Nick
Chelsea + N., 2 years ago
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Emma Cleary Photo and Video 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

After graduating from Parson's School of Art in Manhattan, I worked as a fine artist, my work involved photography and photo manipulation. I quickly discovered that I loved and excelled at photo retouching, and went on to work for some of the best photo retouching studios in New York. In 2009 I shot my first wedding, it was a dear friend of mine and the beautiful photos were featured in one of the biggest wedding magazines. I realized that I had found my calling and have been producing stunning wedding photographs with my amazing team and clients ever since.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was such a pleasure working with Emma Cleary photography and videography. From the start, Emma was great to communicate with and always responded very promptly. She was organized from the start and made planning easy. The crew really captured the day so beautifully and professionally and looking back on the photos and videos makes us so happy. We keep watching the videos over and over! The editing and attention to detail on all of their work is all at such an incredibly high level. The photographers (David, Dilmurad) and the videographer (Kamil) were so fun and easy on the day of the wedding, they knew exactly how to get the perfect shots in a way that didn’t interrupt the flow of the day while still capturing everything so well. When the Groomsmen didn’t know how to properly attach their boutonnieres, the cameraman stepped up to help out and show them how to do it! We were running a bit behind schedule on the Bride’s side during the day of the wedding, but the crew was patient with us and found plenty to take pictures of while we finished getting ready. Emma Cleary’s team were all such fun to work with and we are so thankful for the memories that they captured.
Anastasia, 8 months ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

Rivelle Media is a photography and videography company based in New York. Every couple, with their distinctive love story, transforms into a canvas where we paint with the play of light and shadow. It extends beyond the grandeur of photographing pivotal moments like vows, rings, and the first dance; it encompasses the art of capturing nuanced glances, shared laughter, and the silent connection that elevates an ordinary day into an extraordinary celebration of love. Published in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler.

Awarded Best of Zola
A place, lighting and everything was amazing. Couldn't ask for anything better!
Juan and V., 4 years ago
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Masonscorproduction 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
New York, NY
  • Classic style

At Masons Corp Production, we believe every wedding deserves to be remembered like a timeless film. With over 15 years of experience in wedding photography and cinematography, our passion is capturing genuine emotions, meaningful moments, and the unique story of each couple. We combine artistic creativity with professional equipment, including cinema-grade cameras, to deliver beautiful images and films that couples can cherish for a lifetime. Our goal is to make every client feel comfortable, confident, and fully present on their special day while we preserve every important memory with care and attention to detail.

We couldn’t have asked for a better team than Masonscorproduction. From the first conversation to the final gallery and film, everything was handled with professionalism and attention to detail. They made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and captured every important moment naturally without ever feeling intrusive. The photos are stunning, and the highlight film feels like a real movie that brings back all the emotions from our wedding day. Communication was excellent, they arrived early, stayed organized, and delivered everything on time. If you’re looking for a team that truly cares about your memories and goes above and beyond, we highly recommend Masonscorproduction. Thank you for giving us something we’ll treasure forever!
Ryan and J., 2 months ago
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Timankov Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

A professional wedding photography service based in New York City, available for bookings across the country. We specialize in capturing your day through a blend of classical, candid, and photojournalistic styles, delivering timeless and natural moments with attention to detail.

Awarded Best of Zola
I don’t have words to express my gratitude towards Timankov for his wonderful job. I am so happy with his work. All our guests are so happy to see our pictures. Timankov is very professional, patient and supportive. Book him you won’t regret anything. He sent me my teaser pictures in 2 days after the wedding, and all my pictures in a week. I am thrilled with joy. Thank you thank you thank you Tim!
Myrlande I., a year ago
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Tati And Roman 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,500

We are a married couple of photographers. Within years of career, we discovered what’s really matters - we want to make people happy. Weddings have it all: new interesting people, touching stories, warm family relationships, tears. A lot of tears! Oh, don’t forget dances and sparklers! So, it’s fun! 🙂 Also, we love weddings because it’s the most challenging kind of photography in the field, it combines all the genres. It make you think, move and react quickly in constantly changing surrounding. We have no room for mistakes. So It’s never boring! 🙂

Awarded Best of Zola
Booking Tati & Roman was hands down the BEST decision we made for our wedding. We were looking for someone with more of an editorial style with a focus on genuine candid photos, and they absolutely delivered!!! Tati & Roman took the time to get to know us and what the vibe of our wedding would be like, and it translated SO well in their photos. When we told them we were leaning into a movie theme and wanted to do our engagement photos in a movie theater, they really took the idea and brought it to life in ways we hadn’t even imagined. People are STILL talking about how cool our engagement photos were. And now we all can’t stop gushing over our wedding photos!! They captured everything so beautifully - all of the love and absolute joy of the day just shines through each photo. They took so many gorgeous photos of our loved ones too - the best photos we've ever seen of many of them! Trying to pick only a few of our photos for this post feels IMPOSSIBLE. And even the album titles they sorted the photos into matched our theme (trailer, prologue, guest stars, etc) and we love the thoughtfulness!! We really leaned into a lot of silliness throughout the day, and Tati was always game and so excited to help us pull it off. We are SOOOO lucky to have had a photographer who was just as excited about the day as we all were - and a friend who fit right in with our loved ones :) If you’re considering booking Tati & Roman, do yourself a favor and DO IT!!!!!!
The B., 2 years ago
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Amy Sims Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Amy is a New York-based wedding photographer. She believes that great photography is made when our humanity is revealed. Her documentarian approach is designed to artfully preserve the emotional memory of your day while not impeding on your genuine experience. From the excitement on the dance floor to the small moments in between the big moments, Amy's goal is to cultivate a photographic experience that will awaken your emotional memory of this monumental event for decades to come. Your job is to get married & stay in the moment. Amy's job is to bring those moments back to you. She looks for lovingly offbeat couples. | Contact via website.

Awarded Best of Zola
Amy's invaluable talent shone through not only in her breathtaking photographs of our wedding, but in her steadfast leadership throughout the day. Her imprint on the direction of our wedding day, and the care and love she showed us throughout the entire process were outstanding. Our whole family was blown away by her work and were deeply grateful for her presence on the day. She has a brilliant artistic vision and is also deft in her sensitivity to ensure that you get exactly what you want out of the photographs. I couldn't recommend her enough.
Russell E., 2 years ago
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Zac Green Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
New York, NY
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,400

I’ve dedicated years to learning the ins and outs of wedding formalities, but it’s the oft-forgotten bits of emotion that make the day feel so exceedingly special, not the shot list. With a day full of nothing but emotion, it’s easy for some moments to slip past unnoticed, but not by me. I’ll be there to make sure the heart of your day makes its way back to you — so you can remember what really mattered on your wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am a photographer and wedding photography was the most important and sacred aspect of my wedding. I knew I made the right choice trusting the Greens Photo with our special day. There aren’t enough words in the world to explain how wonderful Zac Green is! I am a photography so making sure we had a great photographer for our wedding was so important and Zac delivered 20000%. He took our expectations and exceeded anything we could have dreamed of. He was kind, professional, and of course incredibly talented. I would recommend him to every single person in my life. He was a friend through the planning process and worked with us tirelessly to make sure he knew exactly what the big moments that mattered to us the most were. Both him and the second photographer Georgia were loved by every guest at the wedding. The Greens Photo are the best of the best and we are so thankful they were there to capture our special day!
Phebe G., a year ago
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Emilee E. Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500

Hey there! My name is Emilee, and I am a Minnesota-native living in NYC! I've been photographing people and events for the past 15 years. I shoot families, couples, individuals, and pets, but my passion lies in wedding photography. I love capturing the whirlwind of a couples' big day, and seeing the love that is shared between them and all their wedding guests. It's magical and wonderful every. single. time. My current active markets are Minnesota and New York, but I'm available to travel anywhere in the US and the world for additional fees!

Awarded Best of Zola
I was able to book Emilee at short notice, and found her to be efficient, professional, and very easy to work with. We came up with a shot list, but she had a good eye in terms of suggesting ways of capitalizing on the venue and working with the space in real time - her confidence in directing us made me feel comfortable and natural. Our pictures came out beautifully, in what I feel is record time compared to my peers’ experiences with photographers, and now have our happiest moments with friends and family captured for us to look back at in the future. Would highly recommend!
Janice, a year ago
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Laurie Rhodes Photographer 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700

I’ve always enjoyed people immensely, from all walks of life and from wherever I’ve been in the world. I’m friendly, easy-going, curious, kind, supportive, and flexible. I listen and observe. These characteristics, combined with my artistic vision and technical expertise, allow me to capture poignant, humorous and truly candid photos of people and their environment.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I were blown away by the quality of Laurie's pictures. She managed to capture us and our guests at the perfect moment. Laurie is so professional and worked quietly while everything was going on. We had an amazing experience with her services.
Ann, 2 years ago
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Lionvale Films 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves New York, NY

If you have made it this far on your Journey, that can only mean that you are madly in love and ready to take the next step. At Lionvale Films we customize the entire experience from Storytelling Photography to Cinematic Films. Our inspiration comes from Vintage Film, and through a unique process each love story is individually crafted to be shared and re-lived over and over again.

Awarded Best of Zola
Literally the best in the game. We had high standards and a specific vision and they delivered on all fronts without even needing to tell them what we wanted. Amazing work, fun personalities, they were committed and didn’t make the photos feel like a chore. 10 out of 10!!!
Alixandra U., a year ago
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Shelby Phillips Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500

hey you! thanks for dropping by. my name is shelby, and i am a queer artist and manhattan based photographer who specializes in weddings + equine portraiture. my priority as a photographer is developing a personal relationship with each and every one of my clients (two or four legged). your special moments are their most pure when you are comfortable and ready to just have fun, and i am here to create that joyful space.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shelby is the absolute best! She took engagement photos for my fiancé and I, and we truly could not have asked for a better experience or results. From the moment we booked Shelby, she was communicative, organized, friendly, and just as enthusiastic and excited about taking the photos as we were. She went above and beyond in helping us choose the perfect locations for the shoot and making sure we felt comfortable and were having fun throughout the session. During the shoot, Shelby maintained the perfect balance of encouraging us to do what felt physically comfortable and natural for us, but also wasn't afraid to give us small adjustments (like moving a hand a certain way, shifting the angle of a body, softening a smile slightly, etc.) that ensured the photos looked natural and beautiful. She immediately put both of us at ease and spent time getting to know us by asking questions about our relationship, how we normally interact with each other, if there's anything we definitely did or did not want from the photos, etc. Maybe most importantly - we both had SO much fun during our time with her. Not only are the photos themselves a great keepsake, but it's so nice to be able to think back to our engagement photos as such a joyous, fun experience. The photos Shelby delivered are all gorgeous, and she did an amazing job at capturing a huge variety of poses, backgrounds, lighting, etc. She even went back and did a little extra editing on a couple of photos that we wanted to use for our save the date to ensure we loved absolutely everything about the pictures. I truly could not recommend her more highly!!
Joanna, a year ago
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Weddings by Hanel 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
New York, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000

Weddings by Hanel (pronounced like Chanel without a c) is a wedding photo & video studio creatively blending artistic photojournalism with beautiful portraiture. Our philosophy for photographing weddings is based on the belief that the most important part of our job is telling your story as beautifully as the story itself. Everything else is secondary. With hundreds of weddings under our belts, my team and I have been a part of weddings of all colors, sizes, and locations. Our destination weddings have taken them to some incredible locations, including Hawaii, Korea, and Aruba.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've seen Hanel's work for 3 weddings before my own. I knew from the first wedding that I would one day hire him to capture mine - it was a no brainer! Not only are his photos absolutely stunning and timeless, but he is also such a pleasure to work with. (The best combo!) From virtual meetings planning how the day will flow and on the actual wedding day itself, he will help guide you through everything. He pays attention to the details that are important to you as the client, all while making sure he captures your wedding day perfectly. Wedding days move very quickly and things can get overwhelming, but Hanel's understanding of how wedding days flow allows him to take care of you as the bride & groom. Although he is working, he makes sure you also get to enjoy your big day and not get too caught up in all the business--this was something we really appreciated. Him and his team will go above and beyond and make sure there is nothing you have to worry about. ALL of Hanel's work is beautiful and intentional. He even provides such a unique experience when viewing your full gallery once it's ready. My husband and I will never forget how we felt seeing all our photos for the first time. Our wedding is a day we wish we could relive again and again, and the photos he captured did exactly that. Hanel is extremely skilled, talented and is truly the best at his craft. We highly recommend him. (:
Dianne D., a year ago
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Karen Obrist Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,800

Hello there! I’m Karen, a wedding and portrait photographer based out of New York. I love photographing LOVE! Connections. The places we go, the people we meet, and the experiences we have along the way are what we remember most in life. I have a passion for traveling and exploring the world, and my life is filled with a lot of laughter, incredible food and wine, and photo adventures with clients turned friends.Memories are such a vivid representation of our lives and capturing the spirit of each couple, family or individual in that sliver of time is an opportunity I am very proud to call my work.

Karen is an amazing photographer with an INCREDIBLE EYE! She captures moments and details that most people miss, but that everyone wants to remember. I worked with Karen at a wedding on the California Coast and was so impressed by her professionalism, warm demeanor and efficiency. The images from the wedding (and my florals) were stunning. I recommend Karen wholeheartedly, and can't wait to work with her again!
Anne / Fleurish CA, 5 years ago
Celeste H. Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (17 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style

Hi, I'm Celeste, I'm from a small town in Spain. Now leaving in NY. I have spent the last seven years getting to know new humans and documenting their stories and connections. How they got into that point of their life, and what makes them light up. I feel it is quite a responsibility and a significant honor to be able to create this legacy for them.

Awarded Best of Zola
Celeste and her team were a joy to work with and genuinely exceeded our expectations. The experience felt easy, professional, and incredibly personal. As two people who do not enjoy being in front of the camera, my husband and I were surprised by how comfortable and relaxed Celeste made us feel. She struck a balance between giving us control over what we wanted and offering thoughtful guidance when we weren’t sure what would photograph best. She suggested poses and locations, but always listened and adjusted if something didn’t feel right. She delivered both the preview and full gallery according to the communicated timeline. As a bride juggling so many moving parts, it was a relief to know that photos were something I never had to worry about. Celeste’s kindness and reliability allowed us to be fully present and trusting that our memories were in the best hands. She and her team captured the moments of our wedding and we LOVED how the photos came out.
Chelsea, 7 months ago
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Alex Kol Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Classic style

I’m Alex, a wedding photographer with 10 years of experience. My approach blends classic elegance with a documentary style, capturing both posed and candid moments that reflect the authentic atmosphere of your wedding day. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a larger event, I’ve had the privilege of telling love stories through my lens. Clients appreciate my attention to detail and seamless process. From guiding you through natural poses to capturing spontaneous emotions, I ensure that every important moment is beautifully documented, creating a wedding album that you’ll treasure for years to come.

There’s quite a lot to say about Alex and his work. Firstly, Alex was right on schedule and even early awaiting us. He was fully prepared and had equipment that I was not even aware we had access to. He was incredibly kind and very patient. Upon request, he provided guidance and posing insight which was a big help for us who find ourselves awkward in front of a camera. He offered his professional advice and did us a curtesy which we appreciated. He utilized the full time capturing as much content as he could and the experience was amazing. The turnaround for the pictures and his availability were also great. We have gotten only compliments on the pictures and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a true professional. I can’t wait to have him capture more of our special moments.
Cheit, 6 months ago