The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Shelton, CT

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305 Wedding Photographers in Shelton, CT

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Enchanted Celebrations 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Shelton, CT
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Changing the game in the wedding industry, Enchanted Celebrations aims to successfully redefine the paradigm of personalization and compassion in each wedding. Whether we are capturing your love story behind a lens or mixing your perfect wedding day soundtrack, Enchanted Celebrations has the experts to create the wedding day vibes you’ve always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
I used Enchanted Celebrations for an engagement session and I am blown away with the photos! We had Brandon as our photographer and he was amazing to work with and had such a creative eye! The whole process leading up to the photo session was so smooth and easy, we worked with an event coordinator who helped us and answered all my 10,000 questions! Response time was very quick too! I would 100% use Enchanted Celebrations again for their services.
Ali, 2 years ago
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Krutick Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Shelton, CT

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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We loved working with Richard. Not only were his pictures stunning, but he was responsive, professional and a joy to work with. He has the eye of a true artist and the personality of a friend. He made us feel comfortable and special on the most important day of our lives. 11/10
Dassi B., 4 months ago
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Wedding Photography by George 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Shelton, CT

I specialize in capturing your story with an attentive eye and artistic precision. From weddings and engagements to intimate family moments, I transform fleeting experiences into timeless images that reflect emotion and narrative. Each photo is crafted to showcase your personality, connections, and the essence of the occasion, with a commitment to delivering results that match your vision.

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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., 10 months ago
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Callie Ying Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,880
  • Serves Shelton, CT

I’m a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in New York and Connecticut. I capture moments that feel alive—honest, emotional, and deeply meaningful. While I love beautifully decorated weddings, I’m equally passionate about photographing celebrations that are simple, imperfect, and real. Your florals don’t need to be full, and your venue doesn’t need to be luxurious. What matters most is your connection. I’m especially drawn to noticing the most touching moments in any setting—your emotions, your interactions, and the quiet love you share.

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We had the absolute pleasure of having Callie as our photographer for both our civil ceremony and our wedding in Hawaii, and we couldn’t be happier. For the civil ceremony, we thought the photos were already stunning—she captured everything beautifully, even though it was just a more low-key setting at our hotel and City Hall. But it was really at our Hawaii wedding that Callie’s talent shone through. She was there from the morning prep to the evening party, and she turned every moment into something that felt like a piece of a movie. The atmosphere, the storytelling, and the almost cinematic feel of her photos were just on another level. Honestly, we got so many compliments from friends who saw the photos and asked us who our photographer was. In short, we can’t recommend Callie highly enough. She made our special days look and feel magical, and we’re incredibly grateful.
Lin, 4 months ago
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Heidi Hanson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Shelton, CT

Hi! I'm Heidi! I've been photographing weddings for over 15 years now and I love everything about them. From getting ready to the first look, to the I dos and everything in between. My goal is capture your day as it unfolds :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Heidi was an absolute pleasure to work with. From our very first conversation, Heidi was so communicative and asked about everything, ensuring she had the answers we needed to feel confident and prepared for our wedding day. On the day of, Heidi and her second shooter expertly captured every special moment, from the intimate getting ready shots to the lively dance floor. All of Heidi's photos were amazing - she has an incredible eye for detail and really brought our wedding to life through her lens. We are thrilled with how the photos turned out and would highly recommend Heidi Hanson Photography to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Samantha H., 9 months ago
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MC Visuals 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Shelton, CT

We are Marc and Kalena, founders of MC Visuals, traveling photographers, and cinematographers based out of Western CT. With over 10 years of experience, documenting life's most beautiful moments has always been something so dear to our hearts as individuals. Aside from his love of filmography, Marc enjoys basketball, playing guitar/bass/drums, landscape photography, cooking, and watching his favorite shows while cuddling with our mini dachshunds Sammie & Brady. As for me... well I have many loves in life, but mostly salsa dancing & my dogs :)

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t have asked for a more exceptional team than Kalena and Marc for our wedding photography and videography. From our engagement photoshoot to the wedding day itself, their talent and creativity truly shone through. Kalena’s eye for detail and ability to capture the most intimate and joyous moments made our engagement shoot an absolute delight, while Marc’s cinematic style brought our wedding day to life in a way we never imagined. Both their work turned out to be nothing short of stunning, exceeding all our expectations and perfectly capturing the essence of our special day. Working with Kalena and Marc was a joy from start to finish. They brought a fun and positive energy that made every moment feel natural and effortless. Their professionalism and passion for their craft were evident in every shot and frame, resulting in a breathtaking collection of images and videos that we will treasure forever. Their ability to blend into the background while still capturing every beautiful detail made the entire experience seamless, and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. We could not recommend MC Visuals more to anyone looking for truly extraordinary wedding photography and videography.
Kassie D., 2 years ago
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Jessra Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Shelton, CT

I'm Yesenia owner and photographer of Jessra Photography. I have always loved capturing images and quickly realized I loved documenting the most memorable moments for other couples on their special day. My goal is to have you look at a picture from your wedding day and literally be transported back to that day.

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We had a wonderful experience with Jessra Photography for our engagement and wedding photos. Jessra was friendly and professional throughout the whole process. Her and her second shooter were great at communicating details and making sure we were on the same page about locations and shot lists. The quality of Jessra's work is beautiful - the photos truly capture the emotions of our special day in a vivid, artistic way. Overall, we were extremely pleased with our decision to have Jessra photograph our wedding and would highly recommend her services to other couples.
Danielle R., 2 years ago
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Veronica Green Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Shelton, CT

Hi, I’m Veronica! I’m based in Fairfield County and specialize in clean, modern, true to life imagery that captures the timeless moments in an effortless and real way. Weddings truly captivate me. I love the dynamics of the day. All the energy, love and emotion that fills them. I prefer minimalism and simplicity both in life and business.

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Veronica is a super talented photographer and so easy to work with! We were a covid wedding who unfortunately had to cancel our 2020 celebrations and reschedule on a whim to 2021. Veronica honored the original contract and helped us seamlessly transition to the new date, which brought simplicity to an otherwise stressful situation. Her approach as a photographer is hilariously involved, she's not just the person behind the camera but also the best hype woman. She has us feeling so comfortable and having a great time through out the photos. 10/10 will call Veronica back for future events. Hire her!! You'll be so glad you did!!
Shreya N., 3 years ago
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JAGstudios 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,800
  • Serves Shelton, CT

When we are not working we are outdoors or sitting by the fire. We love traveling to places where the earth is at its greatest. Our superpower is that we know what you are thinking. lol. Our style is Honest, Emotional, Intuitive, and Real. We love traveling anywhere in the world, as long as we're together!

I have the unique experience of being a wedding planner that works with JAG Studios and this past year as a client renewing her vows! I can tell you that they are truly gifted artists and are able to read their clients exceptionally well. They create and forge lasting bonds and capture not just the wedding but every single special moment and detail flawlessly. Every client is blown away by their work, and if your looking to have an amazing photo experience, then JAG is who you should go with. As a client, renewing my ten-year anniversary vows, I wanted a photographer that could capture the years and moments that it took myself and my husband to get to this point. To be very honest, I was pretty freaked about having my photos taken; I am a behind the scenes gal! However, both Jacklyn and Chris not only made us 100% relax, but I barely knew they were taking photos, and when all was said and done and the showed us the end product both my husband and I cried for days because it was more beautiful then we could have ever imagined. They captured who we were as a couple, and as individuals and every moment, moments I did not even think about will forever be in an amazing photograph. Jaclyn Watson Events
Jackie Watson, 6 years ago
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Redline Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Shelton, CT

Hey! My name is Bill. I’ve been practicing photography since 2016, where I started in automotive (if you can guess what I named my business after, bonus points). My whole process is structured mainly to eliminate the stress of worrying about your timeline on your special day. It starts with a consultation, and ends with a call a month before to solidify your schedule. My style is a blend of documentary and artistic, meaning the candid photos are what really matter, but the posed photos are what might print and frame. Regardless, your day is my focus (pun intended). If you think we’d vibe, let’s chat and make your special day great!

I haven’t even gotten married yet (wedding to come) and he’s been nothing short of amazing! Can’t wait to see my wedding photos! Highly recommend him!
Nichole M., a year ago
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La Luna Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Shelton, CT

My ultimate goal is to capture your memories as timelessly, artistically, and organically as possible. Both intentional and creative, I shoot a combination of digital and film. I will document your wedding as it naturally unfolds, seamlessly incorporating tailored portraiture, candid storytelling, and elevated editorial detail. The result is a collection of timeless images; candid yet composed moments, artfully blended classic photographs with joyful spontaneity. I serve my clients with not only stunning images, but with impeccable service. I work with couples in NYC, New England and worldwide.

Josephine's amazing photography skills, artistic vision, responsiveness, thoughtfulness, and warmth made her the ideal and perfect person to capture our engagement photos and wedding day! We are so fortunate and will forever look fondly back on our decision to have her alongside us on the most important day of our lives and we know our wedding was even more special because Josephine was with us. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, La Luna Photography!
Emma S., a year ago
Eternal Moments By Megan 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Shelton, CT

I am your dedicated keeper of memories, specializing in capturing the raw, emotion-filled moments that define your wedding day. My journey into photography was inspired by a lifelong love for documented history—from the nostalgia of Kodak film prints to the joy of family holidays spent sifting through boxes of photos. As a self-taught artist who mastered the craft through rigorous study and passion, I focus on the 'big and small' moments that others might miss.

Eternal Moments By Megan was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day! Megan's communication style was easy and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. We loved every single picture she captured - she has an incredible eye for detail and was able to beautifully document all the special moments of our day. Megan came up with the best ideas and was so involved, helping to make everyone in our large, loud family feel comfortable in front of the camera. I couldn't have imagined a better photographer than Megan, and I know our family will be return customers for years to come. Thank you, Meg!
Monica B., a year ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (323 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Shelton, CT

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

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Eivan's photo and video services were very affordable and were a major reason why we went with them. I think the photos we received turned out very well and captured many of the amazing moments that we had at the wedding. The service we paid for only included one photographer and one videographer but they were both very attentive and made sure to be where the action was the entire day. Overall, the experience was positive and for a bride who was more focused on living through the experience of her wedding, Eivan's did a good job of handling the stuff you don't really want to think about.
Krystal D., 3 months ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (210 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Shelton, CT

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

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Sound Originals Photo & Video was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Their communication throughout the planning process was fantastic - their online portal made it easy for us to share information and stay organized. On the day of, the team was flexible and patient, capturing stunning photos and video that perfectly documented all the special moments. We were thrilled to receive the final photos and videos just a few weeks after the wedding - the quick turnaround was an added bonus. Sound Originals truly went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was captured beautifully.
Becky, 2 years ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (89 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Shelton, CT

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

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When my wife and I were planning our wedding, we were initially hesitant to book Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. since they were not a local company, and we didn't get to talk directly to the photographer or videographer until the day of the wedding. That being said, what sold us was their website/gallery, their professionalism when getting a quote, and that our venue vouched for them. OLAS' team's communication was responsive, quick, and thorough, putting us at ease. We had planning calls and surveys leading up the day of. Jasmine T did a stellar job setting us up to look our best, and she had her work cut out for her, because she was dealing with two brides, two dresses, and an outfit change! Jasmine was also great about following our instructions from the survey and planning meetings. For example, we had included pictures in front of a wall of donuts at the venue, but we later changed the wall of donuts to cannoli's and forgot to tell OLAS. Turns out the venue threw in the donut wall back in without telling us. Jasmine brought us to the wall, and it made for a great surprise and cute pictures. Jeremy did an amazing job on the videography and editing. Watching the highlight video made us cry because he really captured our best moments and those real smiles in the midst of the stress and hustle and bustle of the wedding day. OLAS gave us complimentary rush photos and video without us asking which was a 2-3 week was turn around. Despite our initial trepidation, we are so happy we booked OLAS. They went above and beyond to make our special day memorable for a lifetime. We are so grateful for their talent and highly recommend Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. to any couple looking for breathtaking photography and videography.
Miriam H., a year ago
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3:17 Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Shelton, CT

Jeremy and Jennifer are a husband and wife team! With 3:17 Photography you get two photographers to capture your day!! What is better than two people in love capturing your once in a lifetime moments? Your wedding means so much to us and we want to make your day perfect from beginning to end!!! When we started our company we promised that we would always charge what we could of afforded when we got married. We feel as though so many couples are being taken advantage of by other companies.

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From the moment we booked 3:17 Photography, they were incredibly communicative and responsive, whether by text, Facebook, or phone - they were always available to answer our questions and provide updates. The value and quality of their work was unbelievable. They brought a mannequin to help set up my wedding dress, and even had a special hanger for my second dress. On the day of, they captured all the details, and Jenn was so helpful in assisting me into my second dress. 3:17 Photography was a pleasure to work with, and they even became friends with us. Even my mom, who is hard to please, loved their work. I would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience on their wedding day.
Krysten C., 10 months ago
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Christopher Duggan Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,450
  • Serves Shelton, CT

In the 20 years that I've been photographing professionally, I’ve honed my skill of knowing when to step in and make things happen, and when to step back and simply *allow* things to happen. Documenting the REAL emotion of the day is how we capture those picture-perfect moments. They happen organically, not by force, and I promise you: we're not going to miss ANY of them. = )

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Christopher and his team was the absolute best! From the beginning they were so thoughtful and informative every step of the way. Christopher eased our jitters by recommending a fun pre-wedding photoshoot before our rehearsal dinner which we would've never thought to do but absolutely loved. His calming presence throughout the wedding day made it so easy for us to relax in the moment, this sense of calm and joy was perfectly captured in our photos. Following our wedding, we worked with his design team on our wedding album. They too made this part of the process seamless, we were able to make decisions swiftly and with ease because of their expertise and support. We couldn't be happier with the overall experience or results!
Jessica, a year ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Shelton, CT



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

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Sean was absolutely amazing to work with! He was always available during the planning process to give me advice on timeline and made our day go smoothly! I am so happy to have booked Sean for our wedding in September! He did an excellent job and I am still so in awe of how well our pictures turned out! I cannot recommend Sean and his team enough!!!
Hanah G., 6 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Shelton, CT

The company has done over 400 weddings for the last 5 years, so we use these experiences to provide quality services. We also provide discount for Military/Veterans and teachers. For 2025, we have 140+ weddings booked in 37 different states. We offer both photo and video services. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible. Our biggest markets are the following: FL, New England area, PA, IL, DMV area, Tri-State area, Southern CA, MI, OH, CO.

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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Their communication throughout the process was thorough, quick, and easy, which put us at ease leading up to the big day. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - their youthful and creative style captured all the special moments of our wedding day in a beautiful and unique way. We are thrilled with the final photos and can't recommend Ledd Lens enough to any couple looking for talented, professional photographers who will deliver exceptional results.
Alexis C., 2 years ago
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Anecdote Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Shelton, CT

I am a Professional Journalist and Wedding Photographer from the Hudson Valley and NYC with more than 13 years and over 1,000 Weddings of experience, from most cultural and religious backgrounds you can find in New York :) Now Booking the last few of 2026 and 2027.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Eddie at Anecdote Photography, we were impressed by his friendly, funny, and easy-going communication style. On our wedding day, he and his team proved to be not only delightful to work with, but also incredibly deliberate, organized, and thorough in capturing every special moment. Eddie has such a great personality and made sure to keep things moving smoothly so we never felt awkward or rushed, all while taking stunning, natural photographs that truly reflect the spirit of our day and our own personalities as a couple. The value Anecdote Photography provided was unparalleled, and we could not be happier with the beautiful memories they helped preserve for us. We give them our highest recommendation!
Meghan, 2 months ago
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Creative Photojournalism & Cinematic Video by PSPi 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shelton, CT

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
We couldn’t have asked for a better photography and video team than PSPI! From start to finish, they made capturing our wedding day so fun and effortless. They struck the perfect balance between giving clear direction and allowing us to simply be in the moment — never overbearing, always present in the most natural way. The photos are absolutely stunning — each one beautifully tells the story of our day and lets us relive the joy, love, and emotion every time we look through them. Our wedding video feels like a cinematic masterpiece — something we’ll treasure forever and watch again and again. The highlight shorts have been such a hit with our family and friends on social media! And we can’t forget the drone shots from the rooftop — truly out of this world! They captured the magic and energy of our celebration in the most breathtaking way. We would hire PSPI over and over again in a heartbeat and highly recommend them to any couple who wants their wedding story captured beautifully, authentically, and with heart. The day goes by so fast — we’re just so grateful they were there to capture every single moment.
Shauntay, 6 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Shelton, CT

My name is Ali Cushing; a NY-based photographer working in a blended documentary and editorial approach, emphasized with a cinematic method, and a personalized, true to life editing style. I am honored to be entrusted with depicting genuine love, authentic characters, and immortalizing precious memories. I see beauty in the subtle details as much as the wide, epic scene, while I see glory in the mundane in-between moments as much as the heart thudding highs. I am adamant that everyone, of all genders and orientations, any ethnicity, culture, or faith, all shapes, ages, and abilities, are welcome and I’d be delighted to work with you.

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Ali was such a pleasure to work with and she captured both our wedding day and engagement photos perfectly! Besides for being incredibly smart and easy to work with she is also incredibly talented. Just the sneak peak of wedding photos we’ve gotten back are beautiful and perfectly capture the energy of our wedding day. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Emily H., 2 years ago
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Jessica Yurko Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,350
  • Serves Shelton, CT

You know that all encompassing feeling when you’re revisiting a vivid memory? You can smell the fresh air, feel the way the sun hits your face just so, hear the voice of the loved one next to you, remember the joke that they delivered and instantly you’re laughing all over again. That magic is what I hope to capture as your photographer. It’s my job to hold those moments in time so that they don’t have to fade. You’ll forever be able to revisit the moment, see the exact way they smiled, revisit that incredible sunset, relive the memory and turn back time.

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We knew Jess would take great photos — we’d already done our engagement shoot with her and loved her work — but on our wedding day, she truly outdid herself. From the moment she arrived, she picked up on exactly what we needed. I (the bride) was feeling overwhelmed by how many people were in the room while I was getting dressed, and Jess immediately noticed. She said all the right things to calm me down and even offered to kindly ask people to step out so I could breathe. Throughout the day, she kept everything running smoothly. She knew how to make us laugh, how to organize big groups effortlessly, and how to move things along quickly — which I especially appreciated since I’m not one for endless posed photos. Jess doesn’t just take stunning pictures; she takes the time to really get to know you beforehand, and that personal connection shines through in her work. Our experience with her was so wonderful, it honestly feels like we made a new friend. We can’t recommend her enough!
Anna X., 7 months ago
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Emily Martens 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Shelton, CT

Emily is a Hudson Valley based couples & wedding photographer. Her philosophy in photography is that a genuine connection with the couples she works with are the key to intimate, emotional photographs. She’s drawn to capturing honest images; pictures that aren’t just pretty but tell real stories about real couples.

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Emily shot our wedding reception in August for 2025. She was seriously a dream to work it. So efficient and easy. We had two phone calls before our day to set the timeline up and figure out what our priorities for that day were. On the day she scoped out where to shoot the photos and then executed everything seamlessly. Even our bridal party spoke about how good she was. We had changed a few things last minute and Emily was so great with accommodating us. We cannot thank her enough for helping to make our day so special and documenting all the sweet moments we didn’t want to forget. Thanks Emily!!
Danielle K., 6 months ago
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Cate Barry Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Shelton, CT

I am a Connecticut-based wedding and portrait photographer obsessed with candid moments, real emotion, and the connections between human beings. I strive to capture life as we actually live it: full of beauty and roughness, joy and struggle, extravagance and simplicity. When I photograph you, I’m not thinking about getting likes on social media. I’m thinking about what will make your heart grow three times its size. I’m thinking about what will make you ugly-cry, looking back. I’m thinking about you seeing how awesome and truly loved you are.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cate was an absolute dream to work with! She captured both our elopement wedding (10 guests at a beachside Airbnb in East Haven in early September) and a 1-hour couples’ photoshoot (early morning at the Yale campus in mid-October 2024). We couldn't have asked for a better experience! Her incredible skill, warm demeanor, and attention to detail truly set her apart. We spoke with many prospective photographers before deciding, but we just couldn’t look away from working with Cate after going through her brilliant portfolio and speaking with her on Zoom. Cate made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She has an amazing ability to put you at ease, making the entire process natural and fun. The photos she took are some of our absolute favorites. We love how she captured our families, wedding ceremony, and couple photos with so much emotion and authenticity! One of the standout things about Cate is how prolific she is. She took and shared a delightfully ridiculous number of photos with us—over 2–3 photos per minute! Every single shot was excellently curated and edited, showcasing her skills as both a photographer and storyteller. Cate went above and beyond, even while balancing personal challenges during her busiest season, to deliver a stunning gallery that exceeded all our expectations. She was also kind and thoughtful in all her communications with us and incredibly generous while photographing us for several minutes after our scheduled time had ended. We wholeheartedly recommend Cate to anyone looking for a wedding or portrait photographer! She is immensely talented, professional, and a joy to work with. We not only found our go-to photographer for all our future needs, but also a kind friend through this process. Thank you, Cate, for capturing the most precious moments of our lives so beautifully—we are so grateful for your skill and compassion!
Snimar K., a year ago