The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Sylvan Beach, NY

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327 Wedding Photographers in Sylvan Beach, NY

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Rehgan Pierce Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

I’m a photographer based out of Syracuse, NY specializing in wedding and lifestyle photography. Elegant, candid, and fun, I'm there to get the highlights, the fine details, and the moments in between. Your wedding day isn't a photoshoot, it's a deeply emotional and celebratory day. I'll make sure to guide when I'm needed, but also know when to step back and capture the organic moments, too. I focus on capturing the raw, unscripted beauty of your day, transforming fleeting emotions into timeless images you'll cherish forever.

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Rehgan does an excellent job at ensuring your final product is what you want. From the beginning, Rehgan made sure to ask questions about my wedding party and family. If I had any questions she was quick to reply, and helped guide me. She remained organized throughout the entire process. The day of the wedding came, and she got each moment of the day captured in her pictures! She did this confidently, and remained calm the entire day! I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, highly recommend!
Terra S., a year ago
Nicole Lagoe Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Hey- I'm Nicole. When I'm not working with the raddest couples I'm typically brewery hopping with my wife, or home spending time with my three dogs. I live for SU basketball, and love just about any other Syracuse sports team (Crunch, Mets - count me in). I have been photographing weddings for over ten years, and in that time have had the opportunity to travel around the world and meet tons of new friends.

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My husband and I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding day. From start to finish we knew we were in good hands as Nicole was prepared and professional. She made sure to capture every single photo that we had listed on the helpful form she sent to us prior to our event. We just received our wedding photos the other day and we are blown away by both the quantity and quality of photos. Nicole delivered us tons of gorgeous photos that truly showcase the entire day. We have received so many compliments on them so far and we’re so excited to hang them up in our house. Nicole was so kind and fun to work with. I would definitely, definitely recommend her as your photographer!
Lauren C., 4 years ago
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Brittany Juravich Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Looking for a Syracuse, NY wedding photographer that can capture more than just the typical posed images? I'm your girl! I adore photographing adventurous and joyful couples with a unique vision for their wedding day. My goal is to capture who you are through moments you will cherish for years! No matter your story, you are welcome here!

Awarded Best of Zola
Brittany was great to work with for my wedding/elopement. She was easy to work with throughout the process - kind, flexible, and professional - and did a great job with the photos. I've been in enough friends' weddings to have experienced a range of photographers and can easily say that Brittany has been the best. My dog also liked her immediately :)
Kristin, a year ago
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Tom Studios Wedding Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,100
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

We’re Lexi and Tom, the partners behind Tom Studios Photography! We share a love of capturing connections and realize the incredible significance a photo can hold! We have been blessed to capture 100+ weddings and have made so many amazing friends along the way!

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We loved working with Tom Studios Wedding Photography for our wedding photos! Tom and Lex were an absolute joy to work with - their communication style was clear, consistent, and always positive. They took the time to understand the vibe we wanted for our wedding and made sure to capture all the classic wedding shots along with lots of fun, stylized photos that really reflected our personalities. Tom and Lexi are extremely organized, collaborative, efficient, and you can tell they are passionate about their work. On the day of, Tom and Lexi worked seamlessly together to get all the best angles and moments without ever feeling intrusive. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos that tell the story of our wedding day - we couldn't have asked for anything better and would highly recommend Tom Studios!
Nikki S., 2 years ago
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Mackenzie Stevenson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY
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Documentary wedding photographer based in Central New York and always ready to travel wherever your story takes us. With 9 years of wedding experience and a B.A. in Photojournalism from Rochester Institute of Technology, my approach is rooted in storytelling, genuine connection, and capturing moments as they naturally unfold. My work has been featured in Shutter Up Magazine and the Syracuse Post-Standard. Dog mom, Noah Kahan fanatic, and probably crying behind the camera during your vows.

From start to finish, Mackenzie Stevenson was fantastic to work with. Her communication was quick and clear, which made the whole process feel easy and stress-free. When rain hit unexpectedly on our wedding day, she didn't skip a beat, she helped us pivot and still got incredible shots. What really impressed us was how she captured all the small moments that made our day special, not just the big ones. The photos turned out absolutely stunning, and honestly, we couldn't be more thankful for what she delivered. We'd recommend Mackenzie to any couple looking for a photographer who combines real talent with genuine care.
Elizabeth, 14 days ago
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Wozztography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,599
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY
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We all start this wild journey one way or another. My way? I was introduced to Ansel Adams’ work in a Photo 1 class in high school. How would the kids say this… his black and whites were giving adventure? What I mean is, they were nice. I had already been hiking the Adirondacks for 15 years at that point, why couldn’t I do it? Why couldn’t I take those photos too? I set out to prove to myself I could. Over the past decade I’ve evolved from landscapes to sports to family portraits to weddings. I continue all of those today. Never forget your roots, right?

Awarded Best of Zola
There aren’t enough words to describe how excellent our experience was working with Joe, and we couldn’t be happier with the service he provided to us for our engagement and wedding pictures. He made us feel very comfortable and relaxed, all while being so patient with us and our wedding party. He captured our entire wedding day from the moment we started getting ready to the time we left our reception. I had an extensive list of “must have” shots and he was able to capture all of them. The quality of the photos exceeded all of my expectations and I couldn’t recommend him more! He’s an absolute pleasure to work with and you will not be disappointed with his work!
Alessia, 3 years ago
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123 IMAGING 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Based in North Syracuse, New York, 123 Imaging has been serving couples’ wedding imaging needs, including photography, videography, drone imaging, and photo booths. Our skilled team takes a highly-professional approach and works to cater to each of our couples' specific needs. We understand just how much your memories mean to you and will strive to provide premium service, providing support and delivering professional results that will last a lifetime.

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My husband and I decided to hire a videographer with only 7 months to go until the wedding so we were a little bit stressed & feeling like we didn’t have much time to prepare. Rob with 123 Imaging was so friendly and happy to answer any questions each step of the way so that we felt at ease. We hired 123 Imaging for the Ceremony package only and are so glad we did. We absolutely would have regretted not having that footage. Our dog (our ringbearer) had passed away 2 months after the wedding and although not originally in our video wish list, Rob was happy to search for the footage to make sure the moment with our dog was in the video and not a moment was missed. He was also very good with communicating with us and so kind. Shout out to Amber and Christina who set up the cameras and the drone (and Daniel who ended up photographing our event with our photographer Caitlyn from Moments Captured CNY!). We would hire 123 Imaging again in a heartbeat and I recommend them to any bride & groom looking for a videographer to do the same!
Sahra, 7 months ago
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Emily Woznica Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Welcome to Emily Woznica Photo. I am a Wedding Photographer based in Syracuse, NY that photographs weddings all over CNY. I am a true to color and natural light photographer. This means your photos are tastefully enhanced and still match the moment. I primarily work with couples and my work ranges from engagements, weddings, family sessions and more. Things that inspire my me are historical architecture, stone, sunsets, and water. I have a calm and laid back personality, but I am genuinely passionate about serving my clients to ensure they receive the quality photos they deserve.

Emily, and her colleague Katie, were absolutely incredible to work with. From day one meeting via Zoom, she made me feel fully at ease and brought that same warm, but organized, energy to the actual wedding day. She got all of the shots we asked for - and then some! Throughout the day, she was gentle but firm in guiding us to stay on track with schedules (my family is notoriously horrible at this) and I'm just so appreciative I had her presence there on my special day. She even climbed through the woods to get some sunset photos of me atop a hill - a ridiculous demand of mine but she did it with a smile. I feel like I made a new friend in her! Thank you again, Emily and Katie, for the amazing captures you took - you did a wonderful job. 11/10, highly recommend!
Allie K., 3 years ago
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Honey & Bloom Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

I'm Kelsey, an intimate wedding photographer based in Chittenango, New York, serving couples across Syracuse, Cazenovia, Skaneateles, and the wider Central New York region. My approach is calm, documentary, and rooted in truth. I focus on the quiet in-between moments of a wedding day. I'm not going to pull you away from your people or over-direct your day. I want you to be fully present, and I'll worry about the photos. When the day is over, the images should feel like the truth of how it actually felt.

My husband and I are both so happy we decided to have Kelsey photograph our wedding! We'd easily recommend Honey & Bloom Photography for anyone planning their wedding. The entire process was pleasant and seamless - from the initial consultation call, to booking, payment, and planning phone calls, Kelsey made it easy. She was very kind, thorough, and supportive of moments we wanted to capture and on the big day, made sure we did exactly that. Her delivery of the final photos was prompt and we're so happy with how they came out! Kelsey, thank you so much for being part of our day and giving us precious photo memories to look back on and smile.
Sara L., 3 months ago
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The Story Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Wedding photography that matters is about the people and the feelings of the wedding day. It's not about the poses that I might imagine or the pretty details that surround the day. My passion is in finding the beauty in the REAL moments of a wedding day and preserving those to not only remind you of that love but to share it with generations to come.

There are no words to describe how incredible Chris is. He was calm, creative, and a pleasure to work with. Truly one of our favorite vendors. We were floored when we got our pictures back. He captured everything beautifully and we hardly knew he was there! At the end of the night he gave us the kindest words and smiles. Do not even think twice about contacting him - he is the real deal and will make the process easy.
Laura & M., 4 years ago
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Ernst & Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Welcome! If you are looking for a photography experience that feels more like hanging out with an old friend than a stiff, formal photoshoot, you have come to the right place. We believe in skipping that awkward "I don't know what to do with my hands" phase because no one wants that! Instead, our sessions are built around capturing genuine joy and authentic connection.

Ernst & Co. were a delight to work with for our wedding photography. Her fun, lighthearted approach put us at ease during a stressful time. She has a particular talent for capturing the loving moments between couples in a genuine way. Sam made us laugh constantly with her jokes and antics while shooting, which made us feel comfortable to be ourselves in front of the camera. The end result is a beautiful set of photos documenting our special day that reflect the joy and love we felt. We'd highly recommend Ernst & Co. for couples wanting stunning, artistic photos paired with an stress-free and enjoyable photography experience.
Brianna Z., 2 years ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (328 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

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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We could not have asked for a better photography and videography team for our wedding reception! Bayo was truly a mind reader — constantly in the right place at the right time and somehow captured every special moment without ever feeling staged or forced. Arlene worked quietly behind the scenes, capturing every emotional, joy-filled detail so naturally that it feels like we’re reliving the night every time we watch our video. Their professionalism, creativity, and teamwork made the entire experience effortless. We’ll cherish these memories forever!
Emily H., 7 months ago
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3:17 Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

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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I HIGHLY recommend Jen & Jeremy to anyone looking for amazing, down-to-earth photographers! They did both our engagement session in September at Princeton and our wedding on New Year's Eve at The Flanders. Jen was so easy to communicate and plan with! It took a weight off my shoulders! Both Jen and Jeremy were efficient and fun to work with, taking pictures. We could not have asked for better people. The images they took look AMAZING!! And we can't wait to get many printed and hung!
Amy M., a year ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY



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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From our first interaction, Sean and his team at Portraits By Sean were prompt, personable, and clear in their communication. Their exceptional, professional, and quick work captured the essence of our special day perfectly. Sean was laid back and brought great energy to our wedding, seamlessly capturing all the important moments without ever being intrusive. We had nothing but a positive and truly exceptional experience working with Sean from start to finish. Not only were our photos top-notch, but he took the time to get to know us as a couple and was able to beautifully document all the candid, unscripted moments that made our wedding day so memorable. I'd give Sean 10 stars if I could!
Amber S., 2 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

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. We have serviced 41 states so far. 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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We cannot thank Ledd Lens enough for the beautiful memories they captured on our wedding day. From the moment we inquired about their services down to photo editing, they were extremely professional, responsive and answered all of our questions. Corey arrived on our day ready to roll. Not only did he pay attention to all the details, he captured the warmth, happiness and love that was felt throughout the day and night. We absolutely love our photos and appreciate all the time, care and effort the team put into our special day!
Megan, 4 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to; let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have followed Heather since she started and it has been so amazing watching her grow! Her and her team work so well to make your day special and made my visions come to life. I’m so happy she was able to capture so many memories of those closest to me. These photos will hang on my wall and be passed down for generations. I included just a few because they are truly something special!
Shannon, 2 years ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I LOVED working with Ali for our wedding at the Picnic House in Prospect Park! She was responsive to all of our questions and quick to answer calls and emails. On the day, she put everyone at ease and corralled everyone to get through the family portraits quickly. She totally captured our vision for the day and we're so happy with how our photos came out! We absolutely recommend working with Ali for your special day.
Lisa K., 2 years ago
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Editorial Wedding Photographer - Sarah Coates 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY
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I’m based in Charlotte, NC, but always ready for an adventure. My goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, so your true personality shines through. Whether it’s a cozy hometown celebration or an epic destination elopement, I’m here to make sure your photos feel as natural and magical as the day itself. Let’s make some unforgettable memories together!

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Sarah Coates Photos was a pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our initial communication, she was polite and helpful, taking the time to understand our specific photography needs and vision. On the day of the wedding, Sarah was detailed, creative, and captured the essence of our special day beautifully. She perfectly posed everyone and brought my photo inspiration to life, making our wedding look exactly like something off my Pinterest board. The final photos are truly stunning and we couldn't be happier with the value of their services. We highly recommend Sarah Coates Photos to any couple looking for a talented wedding photographer who will not just give you basic photos!!
Sarah S., a year ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

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.

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I’m so happy we found Xenia, she has amazing energy and she and her team are great professionals. I can’t be happier with my pictures and video! Thank you guys!!
Katherine and B., 3 years ago
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Emma Cleary Photo and Video 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

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.

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Emma Cleary Photo and Video was an absolute joy to work with. They captured all of the romantic energy, the emotions, and every little detail in between that was so important to us. From our first interaction, Emma delivered such a reassuring feeling and the decision to book them was instantaneous. Subsequent to booking, Emma was extremely responsive, helpful, reassuring, and professional. She and her team made us feel completely at ease and comfortable in front of the camera, which allowed them to capture the most stunning, candid moments throughout our special day (which we aren’t normally the most photogenic). Our lead photographer was Asya, who photographed with Kate and our videographers were George and Kamil. Each and every one of them brought such a calming presence and genuine excitement that we couldn't imagine our wedding day without them. The dedication and passion they have was evident upon meeting them, and they backed it up with the stunning photos and videos they delivered. We have spent hours looking at the final products they have sent us, and we really could not be happier. Our day would not have been as special without them.
Brianna R., 8 months ago
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NATIONWIDE Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer -HAS PHOTOGRAPHERS IN YOUR AREA! 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $599
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Congratulations, you have the rare opportunity to have one of the very best wedding teams in the country at an amazing price for your big day. We have the budget friendly packages and prices to capture your wedding moments and memories that every couple wishes they had. We've been trusted for more than 27 years by over 17,000 couples nationwide, and we are very proud of our 100% 5 star rating. We also offer Expert wedding DJ-MC services in bundle packages. Our planning assistance ensures that your wedding is not only fun for all your guests, but also stress-free. Don’t wait—Call now before someone else books your date!

Awarded Best of Zola
Their staff was prompt, professional, involved! Our pictures are top of the line! The DJ was great got people up dancing in the sweltering weather!
Barbara B., 2 years ago
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Timankov Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

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.

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Hiring Ihor for our wedding photography was hands down the best decision we made. The quality of the photos is simply on another level. Ihor perfectly captured the essence of every moment. Each image feels like a work of art, taken from the perfect, most creative angle. We had zero experience with professional photos, but Ihor was a patient and knowledgeable guide, walking us through the entire process step-by-step and making the session feel effortless. Beyond his skill with a camera, Ihor is an incredible person. He is a remarkably kind human being, punctual, highly professional, and wonderfully creative. We will definitely be reaching out to hire Ihor again for future milestones! Thank you Ihor!
Linette C., 6 months ago
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Banker Creative 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself, Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

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Hiring Banker Creative for our wedding in October 2025 was one of the best decisions we made! Joe and Ashley are incredible to work with and did an absolutely outstanding job with our wedding photos and videography! The communication between Banker Creative and myself throughout the wedding planning process was always prompt and thorough. Joe and Ashley work together seamlessly as a fantastic team throughout the day to capture all of the moments and details to perfection. Deciding on a photographer for your wedding is extremely important because those are the memories you are left with once your wedding is over. I am beyond pleased with the high quality photos and beautifully crafted videos of my wedding day. The time and effort put into everything is extremely evident. Lastly, the turn around time from the time your wedding ends to the time you recieve your photos is incredibly fast! They even provided us a sneak peek the NEXT day! I don’t have enough good things to say about Banker Creative and am beyond grateful to Joe and Ashley for leaving me with the most beautiful memories of my wedding day!
Olivia S., 6 months ago
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The Lovely Lens 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

Hullo! So you're gettin' hitched (YaaY!), but you’re not super into the idea of the overly-manicured wedding. A+ for you, because this is not your parents’ wedding photography. I'm a farm kid who floats between the journalism and art worlds. I love telling stories as much as I love listening to the stories of others. I’m the type of person who makes up musicals for my own amusement and nurses a soft spot for sci-fi and fantasy. If I’m not taking photos, I’m usually dancing. Or cooking. It’s possible I may have a baking addiction and try to mitigate the damage by forcing the goods on loved ones.

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As two film/media people, we were fairly exacting in finding our wedding photographer. Because of Celia's incredible documentary background and the color, energetic joy and intimacy of her work, she immediately rocketed to the top of our list. Our communication was personal and engaging from the jump, and when we met for engagement photos we immediately clicked - Celia is "my people" and we knew we'd be in good hands on our wedding day. Every interaction we had with Celia was just tops. Talent, sure. That goes without saying, but even more than that, Celia and her second shooter Sarah brought incredible energy to our day - full of curiosity and humor. They were patient, focused, and such a well oiled machine. Every image was true and unique and magnificent and alive. The photos are so dynamic and capture the essence of the relationships (ours and others) throughout the day and the uniqueness of the light, warmth and uh, overwhelming number of guests. We received a boatload of astounding images and were just thrilled to have worked with such a tremendous professional and artist. If you want a joyful professional with a careful eye to capture your day from teary prep to the middle of the dance floor - go with The Lovely Lens! Ten stars out of five.
Caitlin M., a year ago
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Precious Pics White Glove 
Rating: 4.9 (18 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

With over ten years of experience, Precious Pics is proud to have made many brides’ days easier to remember by producing beautiful wedding photos and films. We are professionals at everything that we do and stay connected with couples before and after the Big Day. We help with your timelines, design packages specifically for your personal needs, and never surprise you with fees or hidden expenses.

Precious Pics White Glove was an amazing wedding photography vendor for our special day. Their communication style was very communicative. We really appreciated how their white glove concierge stayed on top of things and assisted us throughout the process. The quality of their work and value was awesome. The photos came out exactly as we wanted, and the video was even longer than we expected. Their concierge did our timeline and assisted with a lot of arrangements, providing advice that even our planner didn't give. Overall, this is a great company that I highly recommend using. They work with top photographers and have affordable prices compared to others in the area.
Tim, a year ago
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Taj Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

As a working photographer, I have the wonderful opportunity to capture people, places and things at their best. I am blessed with the opportunity to be a part of special milestones in people’s lives – engagements, weddings, anniversaries, graduating seniors, and family portraits. Photography is a wonderful way for me to capture these key moments.

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YOU HAVE FOUND YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER! Andre and team are the best choice I ever could have made for my wedding. They are so great to work with. I had so much fun with the whole team. This man. This beautiful, amazing human was so prepared for EVERYTHING. Tampons, sewing kit, bobby pins. Literally ready for anything. He helped me put my veil in and take it out. He bustled my dress for me. He was there laughing the whole time and went with every single idea I came up with. He was ALWAYS responsive. Always sending me new ideas. Always checking in. Wanted my engagement photos in a cemetery. Andre found the perfect one. Told him I was putting my nephew in a chicken costume. Andre thought it was the best idea. This man even stitched together a photo of me in my dress and my mom in her dress because it was the same dress. Just altered. This team is so incredible at what they do and are just the most amazing people. I want to be lifetime friends with Andre and his team. I am recommending them to every single other couple I know that is getting married until Andre decides to retire. Direct quote from my mother "He was fabulous." You are absolutely making the wrong choice if you go with any other photographer. No one will ever match how great TAJ Photography is. Book. Them. Now.
Allysa, 6 months ago
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Eloquent Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY
  • Offer

Fine Art Photography, DJ Entertainment, Cinematography, Photo Booths, Event Planning. We believe that it’s so important to establish a relationship with your wedding photographer. We’d like to hear about all the details of your big day! Our creative approach is as unique as you are!

Awarded Best of Zola
Walter and his team are true professionals . We used them for photo, video, DJ, lighting. Their communication was excellent leading up to the wedding. Day of they took care of everything and kept things on time. Walter made sure to capture all of the photos that I wanted. They came out beyond amazing!! I recommend them to anybody getting married!
Jacqui A., 2 years ago
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Kathryn Cooper Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Sylvan Beach, NY

This is delightfully different elopement + wedding photography! From helicopter elopements and lakeside wedding bashes to hiking engagements to weddings with bouncy houses, I capture the adventurous, quirky, and unique. Based in both New York + California, with travel worldwide, I've photographed couples on 6 continents. My creative, fun, & candid photography uses innovative techniques and unique ideas to get photos that make you look twice. Whether you're saying vows in your backyard or having a 3-day adventure wedding in the rainforest, I'll catch every spontaneous moment of joy and laughter—and plan a few unique shots on top of it all.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kathryn has been a friend of mine for 20 years, so I've been following her growing business and incredible adventures around the globe for a long time. When I got engaged, I knew exactly who I wanted to do our engagement and wedding photos! Not only is she fantastic to work with, she loves opportunities for creativity and "outside the box" moments. I loved the idea of playing with light at night, so she found a color-changing light device to create incredible backgrounds for our night photos! I also loved that we hardly knew she and her second were there during the ceremony. She's sneaky and still gets the most beautiful photos! I cannot recommend my beautiful friend enough, especially if you're looking for someone LGBTQ friendly! Unfortunately, Google is not letting me upload photos, but please check out her website to see samples of her amazing work!
Heather D., 5 months ago