The Best Wedding Photographers in Rensselaer, NY

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Krutick Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

Hi, I’m Richard, a wedding photographer based in the Hudson Valley. My passion is finding the beauty in the simplest moments and capturing them in a way that feels raw, real, and full of life. As a candid, photojournalist photographer, I’m all about ditching stiff poses to focus on the relationships, the laughs, and the genuine emotions that tell your distinct story. I aim to capture the little details and authentic moments that make your day uniquely yours.

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Richard is AMAZING!! My husband and I loved working with him for both our engagement session and our wedding day. He is professional, calm, and fun to hang out with which is everything you need in a photographer who spends one of the biggest days with you! We loved him and our families and guests did too! I’m still receiving compliments on his work. He captured some really amazing moments for us and I would use him again in a heartbeat!
Allison R., 8 months ago
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The One Eleven Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,800
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Working with The One Eleven Collective, and Cassie in particular, was an absolute dream. From the very first interaction, Cassie was responsive, generous, and caring - qualities that carried through every step of our wedding journey. Her work was flawless, creative, and deeply sensitive to our needs as a couple. Cassie coordinated seamlessly between our getting ready rooms, and our engagement shoot was thoughtful, thorough, and truly touching as she took the time to get to know us and guided us through every step of the process. She felt like a real part of our family, and we feel like she'll always be an important part of our story. Cassie is the best possible combination of consummate professional and calming friend - exactly what every couple needs on their big day. We are so grateful for Cassie and The One Eleven Collective, and we can't recommend them highly enough! Thank you, Cassie, we love you!
Madi D., 3 months ago
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Kozmo Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

Kevin did both my maternity photos, and then 2.5 years later, my family photos! Both sets of pictures came out amazing and absolutely stunning. He is so friendly, flexible and accommodating. I would 100% recommend him to anyone for any occasion.
Lauren D., 4 months ago
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Rob Spring Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY
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Rob Spring Photography is a wedding photography company in Saratoga Springs, New York. They specialize in candid wedding day photography with a fun twist. With a mix of contemporary and traditional styles, this photographer captures all the details on the couple's special day. Having photographed over 600 weddings, Rob Spring Photography knows how to make couples feel comfortable in front of a camera, or even forget it’s there!

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Rob Spring and his team were phenomenal! They photographed my wedding on September 29, 2024 at Inn at Erlowest in Lake George and I couldn't have asked for a better photographer. Rob is so professional and his eye for photography is superb. My guests were raving about Rob and were even more astounded at the sneak peek photos from my wedding.... which he provided less than a week later! My bridesmaids from Long Island were joking that Rob better make room in his schedule and travel down to Long Island for their future weddings haha When looking for a wedding photographer, he is definitely worth the money!! He even knows all of the best spots at particular venues to take photos, leading to absolutely stunning portraits. I would book Rob and his team again in a heartbeat! Thank you so so much!!
Michelle, a year ago
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Heart Speak Visuals 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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We had the best experience with Lindsey at Heart Speak Visuals! We had our engagement photo shoot and our wedding photos done by her and she always made us feel so comfortable. From the very start, she made a point of getting to know us and her photos exceeded our expectations! I would absolutely recommend Lindsey for anyone wanting beautiful photos for any event. She honestly went above and beyond, she even gave us a sweet hand written wedding card with a fun surprise inside which was so thoughtful.
Emily&Austen, a year ago
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Just Shoot With Saumya 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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We loved working with Just Shoot with Saumya!! Saumya is such a warm and compassionate person and a very a talented photographer! She made us feel comfortable throughout the process of planning our engagement and wedding photos and was wonderful to work with! We absolutely LOVED all of our photos!! Saumya captured the best moments from the day and made them shine with her skilled but natural-looking editing. We highly recommend Saumya for any occasion!
Sara, a year ago
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Kalz Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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We can’t say enough amazing things about Kristin Lavigne of Kalz Photography. We have been absolutely raving about her since the wedding — she truly exceeded every expectation. Kristin captured the most stunning photos of us, which is saying a lot coming from Travis, who normally hates taking pictures. She made us feel completely comfortable and natural in front of the camera, and the results are beyond anything we imagined. Her energy was great and immediately put everyone at ease. Kristin is attentive, kind, caring, fun, and incredibly talented. Her eye for detail is unbelievable — she knew exactly how to capture each moment and turn it into the perfect shot. She didn’t just document our wedding; she elevated it. She made our special day even more special, and we know we’ll cherish these photos for the rest of our lives. Her assistant, Arianna, and her husband were also fantastic — the three of them worked together seamlessly and were everywhere all day, capturing every moment without ever feeling intrusive. They were the perfect team, and we are so grateful we got to work with them. Choosing Kalz Photography was one of the best decisions we made. We couldn’t be happier, and we recommend Kristin with all our hearts.
Rachel and T., 5 months ago
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Rebecca Loomis Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Becca, and her second shooter Liz, were amazing to work with. From the start Becca was easy to talk to, and so helpful in the planning process; from her helpful planning videos you receive as a client, planned video calls, her detailed timeline, and photography form to fill out, she made the whole planning process so much easier. She also gave lots of great advice for the day, including the decision to do a first look ahead of the ceremony. I was hesitant at first as I wanted to do the real reveal at the church, but after talking with her we decided to do the first look. I’m so glad we did as Becca was right, it took a lot of pressure of the rest of the day and gave us time to really soak that moment in just the two of us. This also allowed us more time to enjoy other parts of our day like attending the entire cocktail hour! Looking forward to the day, I was worried that I was going to hate having to take so many photos and being in front of the camera and felt like it was going to feel like wasted time in the day. Now, I am so happy that I had Becca for this, my husband and I had so much fun interacting with the photographers. Becca gave great instructions and had lots of fun prompts/conversation pieces to help us loosen in front of the camera and to look more natural. I am so looking forward to the photos, but from the day and seeing her precious work, I already can tell we are going to love them.
Emily R., 2 years ago
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Bridget Caitlin 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,800
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY
  • Offer

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

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Bridget made our wedding day an absolute dream! Her photography captured every moment with such magic and ease that trusting her with her photos felt as natural as breathing. Bridget’s shots are nothing short of extraordinary, each one so special and unique, it’s like stepping into a perfect movie poster that tells your love story. She and her team brought so much joy to the experience, we actually looked forward to taking more photos because it was so fun! Bridget’s warmth, professionalism, and unparalleled talent turned our special day into a lifetime memory. Your wedding day starts with you and your spouse, building your new family, and before you know it, you’ll want to capture more moments as your family grows with kids. Who do you call? Bridget, ASAP! She’s not just your wedding photographer, she’s your family photographer for life, starting on your special day. Simply put, Bridget is the Da Vinci of our time, creating timeless masterpieces with every click. Highly recommend!
Carla A., 9 months ago
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Photo Phrame Photography- Award Winning Wedding Photographer 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

Back in 2000, we (My Father and I) started creating Professional Wedding Photography that was exceptionally profound, beautiful and meaningful. Today we continue that tradition, but have expanded our expertise and added an Elite team of life-long Professional Friends to bring you the very best Photographic and Cinematic Video Wedding creation and documentation in the North East. Together our merry band of crusading wedding creators will do what no one else can.

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Thomas and his team were wonderful for our wedding in December! Right from the start he was super helpful to give us all the information and didn't sugar coat anything. I will say I was a little suspicious at first when he said "I can do any style you want" I know some photographers only stick to certain styles. And with our wedding being in Sturbridge MA I was expecting a travel fee. But he wanted us to make sure that he was a professional, he keeps things fair all across the board. Thomas is also super quick when it comes to messaging! If I had any questions he would respond rather quickly. He surpassed my expectations with how accommodating him and his team were when working with us, even changing our minds about packages and addon's only a couple weeks out. On the actually day of the wedding, Thomas and his team were truly our hype men! Even when I was getting ready with my bridesmaids he was in on all of our jokes and making us laugh. While I was getting ready, I heard that the groomsmen and my husband were having the best time getting all the group photos of them. I can not recommend this team enough!
Kellie M., 4 months ago
Sydney K Andrew Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Sydney was a dream to work with for our wedding! She is so kind and easy-going, she instantly eased all of my wedding day anxieties. She truly does it all and was essential in making our day run smoothly. From fixing my veil, to bustling my dress, and wrangling up our wedding party all while getting fantastic photos. She really is so talented at what she does by capturing all of the in-between, authentic moments that you want to remember forever. Our photos turned out better than I could have ever imagined and are so timeless, we will cherish them for the rest of our lives. We couldn’t recommend her enough not only because of her beautiful work but for the person that she is!!!
Anne P., 2 years ago
Jaci Berkopec Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

We 1000000% recommend Jaci for any of your photography needs! She took our engagement photos and shot our wedding last weekend and she is an absolute DREAM to work with. Her confidence, poise, warmth and positivity helped us stay calm and have fun during the busy wedding day. We heard so many compliments from our loved ones who were also so impressed with her attitude and demeanor. And this is all before we saw the photos: her work is UNREAL. We are truly blown away- they are stunning, and capture the JOY and FUN and LOVE we experienced. I get emotional looking at just the sneak peek gallery because it so beautifully memorializes what it felt like on that day, and now we can share it with our grandparents who couldn't make the journey, and ourselves for decades to come. HIRE JACI!!!
Casey Y., 2 years ago
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Siobhán Teresa Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Siobhán was amazing to work with, she was very flexible with a change in the getting ready location and her assistant both made sure to get the pictures we wanted. She gave clear directions on where to go for group photos and helped everyone stay organized when groups of people were switching out. When I got my pictures back I was blown away, they were even better than i could have imagined and the editing on them was perfect. I would highly recommend her, she really captured everything we wanted in our special day.
Lan C., 2 years ago
Romanello Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Katie and Kelsey were amazing. The initial consultation was warm and friendly, and that set the tone for every communication I had with them, up to and including photo delivery after the wedding. Their checklist ensured that every photo we wanted was captured - and a few I hadn't even thought of. The photos they took are absolutely beautiful and delivered before they said I'd have them (even during the 2025 holiday season!). They helped my husband and me out with posing, and the result is a set of absolutely gorgeous photos that I'll treasure forever. 12/10. I wish I could give them more stars.
Nicole, 4 months ago
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Vow and Vision 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,100
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Jenna was absolutely the best decision we made in the entire wedding process. Not only does she produce incredible work but she also has the most amazing aura about her. On a very busy and bustling day, she remained calm and brought a light hearted fun energy. It truly feels like one of your best friends is taking your photos. It was exactly what I needed on that day. I feel so very blessed that we had Jenna as our photographer. The number of compliments I have received on our photos is CRAZY and that is all thanks to Jenna. I would recommend Jenna to literally everyone that I know! Her work is beautiful, her energy is amazing, and she is so organized. What more could a bride want?! Do yourself a favor and book Jenna!
Mackenzie F., 2 years ago
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Kristen Renee Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

Capturing love in every color of the rainbow, Kristen Renee Photography tells authentic wedding stories through a relaxed, documentary style. Based in Albany, New York and traveling wherever love leads, Kristen and her team focus on genuine moments rather than stiff poses. From intimate elopements to vibrant celebrations, every wedding is approached with curiosity, empathy, and a deep respect for each couple’s unique story. The goal is simple: photographs that feel real, timeless, and unmistakably you.

We worked with Kristen & Sheridan for our wedding earlier this year and are so lucky to have found them! TL;DR: From planning and day-of execution to the delivery of our wedding gallery, Kristen & Sheridan were incredible to work with. Not only were they the perfect presence for our wedding day, they captured it in such an authentic way with a stunning final product. We connected with Kristen & Sheridan the moment we met them which was important to us considering the amount of time you spend around your photographers. We did an engagement shoot prior and we not only received an incredible batch of photos, but we were able to establish a rapport that made the flow of our wedding day feel that much easier. When we had to tweak our photo schedule or change locations, they were the perfect people to help us pivot and keep things on track. And when it was time for the ceremony & reception, their discrete coverage led to incredible results that captured our day in such an incredible way. The wedding gallery they created was nothing short of amazing and we were able to see moments of friends & family we would have never seen day-of. And truly, everyone who interacted with them LOVED them. We had opted not to have a videographer and knew our photographs were going to be our primary memory of the day, and we have no notes! Kristen & Sheridan captured the perfect story of our wedding and we would recommend them to anyone!
Gina & A., 5 months ago
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Katharine M. Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Kat is absolutely a pleasure to know and work with. She is comfortable working with a variety of people, including children and even animals! She instantly puts you at ease behind the camera. Kat genuinely cares about getting the shots you want and will go the extra mile to get them for you. I highly recommend her! She’s wonderful!!!!!
Jenna, 2 years ago
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Nusser Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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Erika was an amazing wedding photographer. We hired her for both our wedding and our engagement photos. While our engagement photos were fun, the wedding is where she truly stood out. She was so easy to work with on the day of and had a blast with our guests. We had a smaller wedding (50 people) and were initially worried about missing some key shots. However, those fears were completely unwarranted once we saw our photos! We only hired Erika and didn't have a second shooter, yet she was able to capture all of the necessary family photos we wanted, candid moments, and even impromptu photo requests from guests. The photos we received were of such high quality. We had specifically told her we liked the look of black and white photos, and we received several back in our preferred editing style. The photos came back in about 6 weeks, which is incredibly fast for weddings! We also received a sneak peek within 3 or 4 days. We highly recommend Erika!
Rebecca H., 7 months ago
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Maisie Snyder Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

My name is Maisie and I am SO. DARN. EXCITED you are here! Celebrating and capturing you cool cats and kittens is one of my FAVORITE things to do and I am so stoked to share in your story. It’s not about the photos. It’s about you. It’s being playful and emotional; it’s being authentic; it’s creating something that is effortlessly you. I am known for my genuine, immersive, classic images and my easy-going, joyful nature from booking to gallery completion.

Our photographer, Maisie Snyder Photography, was absolutely incredible. Her photos speak for themselves, you can see how talented she is from her website and social media, but what you can’t fully capture from that is just how wonderful she is as a person and how easy she makes the entire experience. She was so organized and helpful leading up to the wedding, making sure we felt prepared and ready for the whole weekend. And as a family with kids, this was especially important, she was amazing with my stepdaughters. Photographing kids isn’t always easy, but she connected with them so naturally and made everything feel fun and comfortable. Honestly, I don’t even know how she got some of the photos she did as I barely noticed her half the time, but somehow she didn’t miss a single moment. She captured everything so beautifully and authentically. These are photos our family will cherish for the rest of our lives. As someone who loves photos, this was one of the most important decisions for me and I can confidently say we made the perfect choice with Maisie. I would 100000% recommend her.
Elizabeth H., 13 days ago
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Out of the Ordinary Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

Holly and Jim are a husband and wife photographic duo in Schoharie County NY, covering the Catskills, Hudson Valley and Upstate NY Capital Region. We primarily do photography in the Catskill Mountains, Adirondacks, Saratoga Springs, Albany, Hudson Valley, Berkshires, Poconos & Vermont Green Mountain areas.

Holly from Out of the Ordinary Photography was a wonderful communicator throughout the entire wedding planning process. She and her husband worked seamlessly as a team to capture all of the special moments of our big day. The quality of their photography was excellent, and they managed to immortalize many beautiful and precious memories for us. While we did forget to get a few formal photos with our guests in the excitement of the day, Holly was proactive in making sure we got the majority of the shots we wanted. I would definitely recommend Out of the Ordinary Photography to other couples looking for an experienced and talented photography team to document their wedding.
Chelsea, 2 months ago
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Rebecca Gatto Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

We have the opportunity to work with Rebecca for our wedding photos. Not only did she bring the joy and energy with her on my wedding day. But she also gave amazing direction when taking photos. She made me feel so confident in every photo that we took. We had such an amazing time having Rebecca as a photographer. I can honestly say every single wedding photo was perfection!!!
Kendell and K., 5 years ago
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Ellie Stover Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

I use photography as an exchange. An exchange of memories, thoughts, experiences, artistic expression, and time. Photography will always be some sort of a belief system in practice. It's not a business ordeal but a collaborative tool in the way that light shapes literally and figuratively every moment. I am passionate about photographing someone's soul within an experience. I have been photographing weddings since 2008.

Ellie was incredibly thoughtful and asked our wishes/style/vibes in advance. Ellie was able to capture not only the big powerful moments but also the soft tender pure moments. I’m so thankful for her technique and expertise. Pictures wouldn’t have been as meaningful with any other photographer.
Elisabeth, a month ago
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Kosinski Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

Hello, I'm Rafael! Kosinski Photography is a full service wedding photography studio based in Albany, New York, rooted in over 100 years of storytelling. With a background in Film, Television, and Fashion, my approach is shaped by intentional planning, attention to detail, and a strong sense of visual storytelling. Every wedding is documented in a way that feels natural, elevated, and true to you so you can be fully present while everything is thoughtfully taken care of.

Rafael is an excellent photographer. He did a solo photoshoot for me and a couple photoshoot for me and my husband. I am more than happy with the art Rafael created for us! He has a unique ability to capture real emotions and show personality of people he works with. He is a very easy-going person and we felt relaxed during our photoshoot which is very important for staying true to yourself. Rafael has so many ideas for getting the best results to meet his clients expectations! I highly recommend him for anyone looking for a formal or casual photoshoot as well as any art photography you might imagine and want to bring it to life.
Natalia, 4 days ago
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Angel Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,895
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

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We had Angel as our wedding photographer, she was so easy to work with, communicated well and kept things moving the day of (we had a lot of photo groups to get through). The pictures came out absolutely stunning, perfectly edited and the part I wanted most was sunset photos and they were exactly how I imagined them.
Meaghan Y., a year ago
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Hawthorn Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY
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Hi, I’m Sarah (she/they), a wedding photographer based in the Adirondacks of New York. I photograph weddings with care, intention, and a deep respect for the moments that matter most for couples of all identities and love stories.

Hawthorn Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From the very first meeting, Sarah and Drew were so easy to talk to and we felt like we connected with them very quickly. They are very professional but do not make you feel pressured at all - Sarah has great ideas and really hypes you up throughout the process. Drew always found creative ways to shoot the day and Sarah was there for me every step of the way, even when I needed quick help with my dress. Sarah is so dependable and the pictures they captured showcase both of their talents and our love so well. I'd pick Hawthorn Photography for photos for every occasion and in every lifetime!
Lisa E., 9 months ago
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Ross Wightman Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Rensselaer, NY

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

Ross blew away any expectations I had. He was so personable that multiple guests asked if he was our friend/how we knew him! He was involved in every aspect of the wedding, totally capturing the essence of the day. Rolled with whatever crazy idea we had. Genuinely a wonderful person on top of a fantastic photographer. He made you so comfortable and it really showed through the pictures. I cannot recommend him enough. We will have these pictures for a lifetime to come!! I’m so glad we went with Ross!
Carley, 6 months ago