The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in West Leyden, NY

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440 Wedding Photographers in West Leyden, NY

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Gallery Nine North 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves West Leyden, NY
  • Offer

Your wedding day will move fast and the moments that matter most will happen when no one's looking. That's exactly what I'm there for. With 400+ weddings behind me, I've spent years perfecting the art of capturing the real thing: the laugh you didn't know was caught, the tear your dad tried to hide, the quiet moment between just the two of you. Based at the edge of the Adirondacks, I'll follow your story wherever it takes us across New York State and Vermont, wherever your day unfolds.

Awarded Best of Zola
We can't say enough good things about Erin at Gallery Nine North. He was professional throughout, interacting well with other vendors and during the reception, he was almost like a fly on the wall in terms of just blending in. He arrived at the venue a couple hours early in order to scout photo opportunities. He was extremely communicative throughout the process, responding promptly and checking in periodically leading up to the wedding in order to finalize details and timelines. He was very easy to be around, was very kind (and funny) and made us feel comfortable- our families also thought highly of him. He delivered our final gallery to us within 15 days of the wedding and I would add that his pricing was very reasonable. We are extremely grateful for the photos he captured, they turned out beautifully. I will also add that he only had about 20-30 minutes of no rain, and in that short time, he was able to get a lot of amazing shots. Thanks Erin! We are so thankful you were part of our day.
Liz, 10 months ago
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Joliette Marie Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

Hey, I'm Joliette! I recently moved to Westchester, NY with my husband and labradoodle, Basil, after living in Manhattan for the last 8 years. I'm obsessed with dancing, cookies, dogs, and of course, love! I put relationships first, photos second. I want to know your love story, so I can capture your true essence. I'm not just here for the photos, I'm here to make your life easier, however I can! When you see me and my camera, I want you to breathe a sigh of relief, not tense up at the sound of the shutter. That's why I'll help you figure out ALL of the details of your session from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Joliette to do our engagement shoot and our civil wedding, and the photos were simply amazing! Joliette made both occasion shoots such an incredible and special experience! Neither my husband or I had ever done a photoshoot before our engagement shoot, and we were worried about the photos not looking organic, but Joliette went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and truly ourselves in order to capture our love and personalities in all the photos! We also got the chance to view the gallery for the first time live with Joliette which was so fun and special, as she was able to see our first reactions and joy in the magic she created for us. The photos came out so amazing, and beyond our expectations, she did such an amazing job, and I can't say enough good things! If you're looking for a photographer for an engagement, wedding, or really any type of photoshoot I HIGHLY recommend Joliette!!
Molly G., a year ago
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Photo Phrame Photography- Award Winning Wedding Photographer 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves West Leyden, 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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You will love Photo Phrame Photography! Tom at Photo Phrame Photography was so fun and great! He made both our engagement shoot and wedding day so fun and memorable! He really put both myself and my now husband at ease on our wedding day and the pictures came out beautiful! Tom answered all questions in an extremely timely fashion and provided any guidance and information that was needed. I would absolutely recommend Photo Phrame Photography to anyone if you want to have a fun time while also having someone professional and wonderful!
Amber, 2 years ago
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Jason Hupe Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

For Couples who are good at heart, that live for the seconds and party like no tomorrow. Capturing Authentic moments, focused on heartfelt storytelling. Based in the Southern Adirondacks, I have been wedding photographer for 15+ years now telling over 400+ wedding days.

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Working with Jason was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! From our very first meeting, he was incredibly friendly, warm, and professional. He has such an easy-going and fun personality that made it feel like we were just hanging out with an old friend on our wedding day. He was an absolute joy to work with, making the entire process, from planning to the actual day, smooth and stress-free. As for the photos—they are absolutely stunning and surpassed all our expectations. Jason has an incredible eye for capturing not just the beautiful scenes, but also the genuine emotion and spirit of the day. From sentimental family moments to our pup Winston running into the ceremony as our ring bearer, every shot is high quality, beautifully composed, and truly captures the magic we felt. We are so incredibly happy with the final collection and will cherish these photographs forever. If you are looking for an amazing photographer who is also a genuinely wonderful person to work with, we highly recommend Jason!
Heidi, 6 months ago
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Fairytale Dreams Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves West Leyden, NY
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Photography for people who dread being photographed. With 15+ years specializing in camera-shy couples, I've learned that your wedding is not a generic fantasy from the interne, it's a legacy. The industry pushes couples to perform for the camera, but when you already feel awkward being photographed, that pressure can erase the real, unscripted story of your people. My approach is built for humans who hate being photographed. I create an experience that melts stiffness and anxiety so the raw, honest truth of your connection shows up and the story of everyone who matters is protected.

Awarded Best of Zola
I normally never write reviews but Cass is the photographer you need for any event you have coming up! She just captured our engagement earlier this year and our wedding last month! We found her work on Facebook initially but the website for Fairy Tale Dreams Photography is very easy to find and access, and Cass was readily available for every question we had and every part along the way as well! Neither of us are very photographic people, however Cass was able to direct us in a way that made our engagement session and wedding photos like a fun date with no pressure and the outcomes of the photos were absolutely astonishing and did not look forced or directed at all. She is an expert in capturing the little moments in a very candid style. Even though in general we had felt a little awkward behind the camera in general prior to our experience with her, she made it feel completely stress free while also making it a great time! She was unbelievably accommodating and even came to check out our venue the day before ahead of time to plan out some great photo/lighting spots for the big day which we really appreciated as we were unsure of where would be best. She also made sure to capture all of the poses/shots we had saved to our Pinterest board for ideas of what we wanted while also making them individual to us! She is also great on timelines, I know a lot of photographers can take up to months after to send edited photos back, but we got our sneak peaks back in 2-3 days and the rest within a week! I could go on and on but overall we absolutely loved having Cass capture such a special time in our lives and we strongly recommend her to whoever is looking. I’ve had a lot of experience with different photographers and what sets Cass apart isn’t only that she truly cares about capturing the right moments for her clients but more importantly she truly cares about and gets to know the people she is photographing and it really shows in her work! The photos she took are the photos we will cherish for the rest of our lives and looking back on them we are certain that we wouldn’t have been able to get the photos of our dreams with anyone else!
Samantha R., 2 years ago
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Kyla Williamson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

Welcome! And Congratulations! I am a Wedding & Family Photographer based in Plattsburgh, NY. I grew up in Charlotte, VT where I fell in love with Lake Champlain and all the beauty that Vermont has to offer. I now live in Rouses Point, NY and continue to be drawn by Lake Champlain and its charm. When I am not behind the camera capturing the authenticity of my clients moments I am spending quality time with my husband, his two beautiful children and our two dogs. We spend our summers on Lake Champlain and our winters inside the hockey rink. My love of photography started the moment I held my first camera. I hope to share that passion with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our outdoor photos were beautiful. Kyla set clear thoughtful expectations during our consult. This lead to a tailored photo shoot with all the elements we hoped for and more! We were so happy with our pictures, we were able to print our photo-invitations and send them out with a week if the shoot. Supurb!
Debra & A., 2 years ago
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Donna Marie Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

I’m Donna Marie—the introverted, hella awkward + nerdy, all about the vibes and adventure(ish) soul that you can typically find behind the camera (rather than in front of it). I'm here to serve + empower all the introverted, awkward in-front-of-the-lens, adventure(ish) couples who want to have an authentic, non-traditional wedding experience across upstate and northern New York. What matters most are the emotions you experience as your wedding day unfolds. Whether that be in a place with easy to reach epic views, or any place or location that embodies who you are. I’m your go-to gal when you decide to take control of your wedding day.

Donna Marie Photo Co. was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Donna's communication was top-notch - she was available for questions and planning every step of the way in the months leading up to our big day. On the wedding day itself, Donna rolled with the punches when our schedule got a bit delayed but still managed to capture all the moments beautifully. Most importantly, the quality of the photos is truly amazing. Donna managed to take artistic shots that perfectly encapsulated the style and emotion of our wedding. The final edited photos were delivered promptly. We could not recommend Donna highly enough for wedding photography services - her professionalism, flexibility and amazing talent made our photos everything we hoped for and more to document our special day.
Alexa G., 2 years ago
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Moody & Timeless Wedding Photography in Northern New York 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

I’m Sara, a wedding and elopement photographer based in Watertown, NY. My moody, editorial photography style captures authentic, emotional moments. I serve couples across Northern New York, including the Thousand Islands and Adirondacks

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Moody & Timeless Wedding Photography in Northern New York was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Their communication was timely, attentive, and professional from the very start. Sara, our photographer, has a keen eye for detail and truly captured all of our ideas and the most beautiful moments throughout the day. She was absolutely phenomenal and made our special day even more wonderful. The quality of their work and value is unmatched - we couldn't be happier with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come.
Anna A., 5 months ago
Eldredge Photo and Video 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

We are a husband and wife team who love, love. We are stoked to see others find their true mate and want to capture your unique love story, wherever that may take place. We are based in the Adirondack Mountains in Lake Pleasant and love capturing nature's beauty. We are your typical new age couple, who love trying new foods, drinking craft beer and espresso, shopping at Trader Joe's, watching The Office, Fixer Upper and Game of Thrones. Ya know, Netflix and eat snacks. We have a daughter, Harper who is our IVF FET miracle, five cats and three pups, 35 chickens, two goats and a bunny so we know how to wrangle your family for pictures.

Brain was such a joy to work with for our Wedding in August! He made everyone laugh and relax during photos! The preview photos were amazing and we can't wait to see the rest :)
Chantel M., 3 years ago
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3:17 Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves West Leyden, 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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Jennifer and Jeremy are truly the most incredible people you could have by your side on your wedding day. From the very first moment, they made us feel completely at ease, and it quickly became clear that they were so much more than photographers — they were our guides, our support system, and our calm in the chaos. Honestly, without them, so much could have gone differently; they were absolutely priceless and worth every single penny. Their professionalism, kindness, and preparedness are unmatched. From planning to execution, they thought of everything — big and small — and made sure we never had to worry about a thing. On the day itself, I watched them quietly put out fires, organize people, and ensure we had everything we needed — all while capturing the most breathtaking, emotional, and timeless photographs. Every single picture tells a story, and every story is more beautiful than we could have imagined. What really sets Jennifer and Jeremy apart is how deeply they care. We trusted them completely, and that trust was met with nothing but care, attention, and joy. Our family relied on them throughout the day more than anyone else, and they were always there with a steady hand, a kind smile, and an eye for the moments we didn’t even notice. Even with a huge team of vendors around us, they were the ones who made everything feel effortless and truly magical. Hiring Jennifer and Jeremy wasn’t just about photography — it was about having people we could trust completely to capture and protect our memories, to make the day feel seamless, and to give us photos that we will treasure forever. They are extraordinary, both as artists and as human beings, and I cannot recommend them enough. If you’re considering them, do it — they will make your wedding day everything you dreamed of and more.
Sara and S., 9 months ago
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Christopher Duggan Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,450
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

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
Christopher Duggan Photography was exceptional in capturing our wedding day. His communication style was clear, easy, and warm throughout the entire process. The quality of the work and value was truly exceptional - Christopher and his team are incredibly talented photographers who have a knack for capturing real, artsy details and candid moments that showcase the uniqueness and beauty of our special day. As someone who is often less than thrilled to be in photos, I adore every single shot they took. Christopher and Danica were so embedded in our every moment, yet you had no idea they were there - that is true talent! We all felt completely at ease, and they helped us knock out family photos smoothly without any stress from upset flower girls or ring bearers. I wanted a not overly posed style but almost "lifestyle" and Christopher fit the bill perfectly. We are over the moon with the results and highly recommend Christopher Duggan Photography to any couple looking for an amazing wedding photography experience.
Tamar M., a year ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves West Leyden, 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

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Portraits By Sean was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Their communication style was professional, efficient, and genuinely kind throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly one-of-a-kind - their photos are gorgeous, superb, innovative, and incredibly detail-oriented and precise. The team of two photographers and a videographer was amazing, capturing so many special moments that will forever stay with us from our wedding day. We were especially grateful that they were able to capture our private final dance, which means the world to us. After our wedding, when our oldest son was leaving for bootcamp, Sean thoughtfully sent us additional photos that had been taken during the celebration, which are now cherished keepsakes for our family. I honestly can't say enough good things about our experience with Portraits By Sean - they exceeded our expectations in every way and we are thrilled with the beautiful memories they've preserved for us.
Brittany S., 8 months ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

My husband and I come as a photo team! We feel your day should be captured your way! So we tailor our style and editing to each unique couple! It’s not about us, it’s about you. We will help you document what is most important to you, the way you envision! Just like you, we have felt awkward in front of the camera. We’ve had photos taken of us that we didn’t like. We will make sure you not only feel comfortable, but that you look good! We give you prompts to keep you moving so you look and feel natural and comfortable.

Awarded Best of Zola
PictureMeThisByLacie was one of the best decisions we made throughout the wedding process. Lacie was amazing to work with the entire time. She was easy to communicate with and kept us updated on our photo timelines, not to mention all of our photos turned about AMAZING. Our package included an engagement session and Lacie worked out a weekend she was already in Chicago to accommodate us. Leading up to our session, we had issues with controlled fires and protests in our preferred location, but Lacie found us a spot that blew my expectations for photos out of the water. She gave us a sneak peak and also got our pictures back to us super quick. On our big day, Lacie and Tim(her husband/second photographer) were the best to work with. They made us feel comfortable and captured our day better than we could have imagined. As soon as they got there, they got straight to work. Lacie got all the details and getting ready photos that I will cherish forever. Things were running behind the day of and they let us add on an hour to our contract the day of and pay at a later date. This ensured that we got dance floor photos and it was so worth it! Specifically getting pictures of my husband's grandmother in her 80s dancing with all her grandkids. We received a sneak peak very quickly and our whole (massive) gallery less than 2 months after the wedding. For as many photos as we got, this was a crazy quick turn around. Overall, PictureMeThisByLacie captured our day better than we could have ever imagined, we could not recommend them more!
Kaelin W., 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 West Leyden, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are beyond thrilled with the photos and video from our wedding, thanks to Ledd! Ledd and his partner captured every special moment beautifully! His good sense of humor kept us relaxed and laughing, which made the experience even more enjoyable! The quality of his work exceeded our expectations—each shot was stunning, and the video perfectly captured the emotion of our day. From the beginning, Ledd was professional, attentive, and made the entire process easy and enjoyable. We highly recommend him to anyone looking to preserve their special day with amazing photography and videography! Thank you, Ledd, for making our wedding day unforgettable!
Jessica M., 2 years ago
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Rob Spring Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves West Leyden, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding day was absolutely perfect and we are very thankful that we will always be able to remember it with Rob and Mitch capturing it for us. It was a pleasure working with both of them. They are professional, fun, and very talented! We definitely recommend Rob Spring Photography team!
Brittany B., a year ago
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Anecdote Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

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
5 stars is not enough! Eddie captured our engagement photos and our wedding day in April. From the initial discovery call, we knew Eddie was the right choice. He made us feel so relaxed and comfortable even though we normally feel awkward taking photos. He communicated clearly, planned and stayed organized throughout the year. On the wedding day, his talent really shined!! Not only did he make the day feel magical, he helped it run smoothly and made us and our families so comfortable, he was even great taking photos of our toddler flower girls and ring bearer, he truly touched all of our hearts! He is recommended from our wedding venue Hollow Brook Golf Club and he worked seamlessly with their staff to make our day perfect. The pictures turned out absolutely stunning!! He made sure to get tons photos of us, the venue, and our guests too! We are forever grateful for Eddie and Angelo capturing our day through their lenses!
Eve B., 21 days ago
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Daniela Monzi Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,700
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

Daniela Monzi is a wedding and elopement photographer based in Philadelphia and San Francisco, available worldwide. Blending film and digital formats, she captures each celebration with intention and heart. Deeply passionate about couples celebrating their love their way, Daniela advocates for wedding days that feel true to who you are—filled with what brings you joy, and free of anything that doesn’t. She honed her craft at the San Francisco Art Institute, where she developed a distinctive style that merges fine-art composition with a candid, documentary approach. The result? Honest, artful imagery that tells your story exactly as it felt.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Dani was an absolute dream! My husband and I got married in an intimate ceremony with just our immediate families on a lake, so feeling relaxed, fully present, and intentional was important to us. Dani helped us manifest this every step of the way, from helping us plan a loose timeline when we had no idea what we were doing to capturing our love and joy on our wedding day while keeping everything feeling laid back and intimate. I’ve worked with wedding photographers who make you feel like you’re in a wedding factory, rushing you through the same routine and poses that everyone else has. That’s not Dani. Dani is a true master of her craft and the photos she created are absolutely incredible - she really rolled with the vibe of the day and captured the feelings, intimacy, and love in a way that brings us back to the moment every time we look at our photos. We now have a stunning gallery of digital, film, and drone shots that we will cherish forever! (Even though it was soooo hot and humid, she carried all her cameras all day!) If you want a photographer who will actually get to know you, listen to your vision, and give you professional, personal, curated photographs while making sure your actual experience on your wedding day is present and intentional, Dani is your girl, hands down.
Katie R., 9 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves West Leyden, 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
Heather is not only an amazing photographer, but an amazing person as well. She is thorough, kind and so professional. Her energy brings such a calmness to your wedding day and she’s always willing to give her expertise. I can’t recommend Heather enough! My wife and I are obsessed with our wedding pictures.
Olivia, 2 years ago
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Jessica Yurko Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,350
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jessica was truly amazing to work with for our wedding day. From the very first time we spoke, Jessica had a sweet and attentive communication style that immediately put us at ease. I remember after our first virtual meeting her even sending a little thank you gift for meeting with her. And she was so kind, she asked so many questions and seemed genuinely interested about us as a couple and about our dogs! I spoke with some other photographers who seemed to care less about us as people. Which is ultimately why we went with Jessica to begin with, she was just so nice and her pictures were amazing to top it all off. Her passion for her craft was evident in the beautiful, high-quality photos she captured. Also her photo package names were so great (THE STAR WARS - "I LOVE YOU, I KNOW”)! For our engagement shoot we suffered through some of the hottest, awful, sticky, July weather and she was positive the entire time, managed to get amazing shots and deal with our crazy dogs! Before the wedding, Jessica was always easily reachable, and very on the ball. And will always be your biggest cheerleader, anytime I posted anything on Instagram, Jessica would be there celebrating, she is truly a delightful and genuine person! And I think her run through of the wedding day was the first one I got and it was perfect! And she went to the venue a week before the wedding to scope out the absolute perfect spots to take photos! On the day of the wedding, Jessica was able to calmly get every picture perfect, meanwhile making silly dad jokes to help us feel more relaxed in front of the camera. She was amazing at trying to calm down our crying moms, and giving us some moments just to ourselves, listening to literally everything we said, and always making sure we were okay, all while getting amazing shots! And all of our guests loved her! We had people reaching out during and after the wedding to tell us how wonderful Jessica was. Everyone was obsessed with her, both of our mom, my sister, my bridesmaids, even the best man kept talking about how great she was, how amazing everything went, and how nice she was with everything! Meanwhile I am sure it was like trying to her cats to get some of the photos together, especially when we both wanted huge extended family photos, but she was positive and amazing through it all! Jessica went above and beyond on our special day, making sure everything was perfect. I am sure I even missing some of the little touches she added to our wedding. And we are so grateful to have had her as our wedding photographer. She says on her website “YOU CAN CALL ME JESS (SHE/HER). AKA YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND!” And that is honestly how I felt throughout the whole process, literally love her! And I mean the photos really speak for themselves, they are absolutely flawless!
Amy C., 2 years ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves West Leyden, 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
From the moment we connected with Ali Cushing Photography, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer. Ali's communication was always timely, thorough, and friendly, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. Her work was truly amazing - she perfectly captured our vision and was able to fit so many beautiful, thoughtful, and personal photos into a short time frame without making us feel rushed. Ali was more than prepared on the day, even having extra bobby pins on hand to help bustle my dress. Her meticulous attention to detail ensured our wedding day timeline stayed perfectly on schedule. We are overjoyed with the final photos and cannot recommend Ali Cushing Photography highly enough.
Lexi K., a year ago
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Thalia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY
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Thalia is a wedding photographer based in NYC and available worldwide. Inspired by art, music, and the quiet moments in between, she brings a calm, intentional approach to the way she documents weddings. With over 11 years of experience, she works closely with her couples from planning through the wedding day, capturing honest emotion and meaningful details. When she’s not photographing weddings, she’s likely holding a dirty chai latte or re-watching The Office.

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Truly don't know where I begin... Thalia from the beginning was the warmest, most talented individual and we clicked immediately. There is a reason I booked her nearly a year and a half in advance to my wedding! Not only is her work phenomenal, but her style of photography truly made the day so easy and seamless - very cinematic/documentary style. She did our engagement pictures which were beyond breathtaking, and our wedding pictures surpassed our expectations by tenfold. Please do not hesitate to book her, she is BEYOND TALENTED and I received endless compliments on our pictures for weeks after we got them back. She is truly one of a kind and the most easy person to work with. We love her so much and plan to use her in the future for any other life events of ours!!!!
Anna S., 5 months ago
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Editorial Wedding Photographer - Sarah Coates 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves West Leyden, 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 shot my engagement photos and she is booked for my wedding as well. She has been very easy to communicate with and responded very quickly to my initial inquiry. During the shoot she did a great job making us feel comfortable, giving us direction, and she was really helpful picking out a good spot for the shoot. I sent her some inspo pictures and she NAILED IT. I would definitely recommend her for anyone! I have nothing but positive things to say.
Lacey S., a year ago
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Emily Martens 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

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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I’ve now worked with Emily on engagement photos, wedding photos, a bonus bridal shoot, and newborn photos. She’s kind, empathetic, and an amazing photographer. She’s captured some of our biggest moments with grace and love. We adore working with her. She really shows up as a friend and that warmth comes through in her images. We’re so lucky we found her
Cat, 7 months ago
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Drzazga Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

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Choosing Drzazga Photo as our wedding photographers was one of the best decisions we made. From our very first interaction, they were incredibly easy to talk to, made us feel comfortable, and responsive. They gave us suggestions and guidance but were also game to try specific things we wanted and the end results were stunning - the photos they captured are absolutely gorgeous. We’ve been getting compliments non-stop about any photos we post. We couldn't be happier with the memories they helped us preserve from our special day.
Emily Y., 10 months ago
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Aspen Sage Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

My name is Saige and I'm a photographer from New York and residing in Colorado mostly. I love traveling and doing adventuring photography, I've been on the road for about 7 years exploring and traveling and photographing weddings for about 13 years. I graduated from Colorado Mountain College with my photography degree back in 2015. I Love to travel and am a perfect match for the laid back couples!

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Saige captured every loving memory we made at our wedding! The pictures came out so well and she was extremely professional. Not long after, we had our edited, final pictures in our hands. Highly recommend!!
Briana, 2 months ago
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Krutick Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves West Leyden, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the start, Krutick Photography's communication was incredibly strong. Rich was extremely professional and attentive to ensuring he captured all the special moments, big and small, on our wedding day. The quality of their work is truly incredible - it was worth every penny we spent. Rich focused on the moments he knew were meaningful to us, but also made sure to capture all the little details and spontaneous joyful moments we didn't even realize were happening. He encouraged us to be ourselves throughout the process, making us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. The end result is a stunning collection of photos that beautifully tell the story of our wedding day. We couldn't be happier with the work Krutick Photography did to preserve the memories of our special day. We could not recommend Rich enough!!
Anthony P., 4 months ago
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Magalie Lafleur Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

I’m Magalie, a NYC-based wedding photographer who believes your day should feel as joyful and stress-free as possible. Known for my calm presence and genuine care, I treat every couple like friends, going above and beyond to make your experience seamless and truly special. I blend documentary storytelling with an editorial eye, using both digital and film to capture the real emotions and moments that make your wedding uniquely yours. From planning to the final photos, I’m here to take care of you every step of the way.

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From our first conversation, Magalie Lafleur Photography stood out for her clear and polite communication—she responded promptly to every question and made us feel heard throughout the planning process. On our wedding day, she was incredibly supportive and worked seamlessly with our entire wedding party and venue staff, keeping everything running smoothly. What really impressed us was how her photos captured exactly what we'd envisioned, with stunning landscape shots that felt natural and intimate. She has a gift for catching people in their best moments, whether it was our first look, ceremony, or candid shots of group photos with guests. Before the wedding, Magalie was thoughtful and helpful, answering questions and easing our nerves with her warm approach. For example, she thought of adding a veil last minute which were a stunning addition to the photos! We couldn't be happier with how our photos turned out and would absolutely recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer who truly cares.
Hanna H., 4 days ago
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Emma Cleary Photo and Video 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves West Leyden, 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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From the moment we first spoke with Emma Cleary Photo and Video, we knew we were in good hands. Their communication style was clear, prompt, detail-oriented, and educational, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work was truly exceptional - the photos they captured were comfortable, beautiful, magical, ethereal, and so clean. They asked all the right questions, from inquiring about golden hour and sunset shots to handling a multitude of family and necessary photos on the day. Most importantly, Emma, the owner, was incredible. I couldn't have planned and executed my wedding without her services and immediate attention to detail, the timeline, the photos needed, her suggestions and discussions, and the seamless edits and delivery of the final products. I highly recommend trusting this business with your event or special day - they were everything I didn't know I needed, and I would hire them again in a heartbeat.
Megan D., a year ago
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Erin Wholley Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves West Leyden, NY

Visit my Instagram for contact info and more photography! — ErinWholleyPhotography • Weddings are a culmination of love, life, happiness, family history, commitment, art, and so much more. My love for photography and the importance it plays in remembering cherished moments spans decades. Photographs are one of the only tangible items you receive after your wedding day (aside from the memories) to help you relive this time for the rest of your days. I will hype you up all day long to make sure you are enjoying every aspect of your day with your partner— that’s truly what it’s all about!

Erin was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! From the planning process to the day itself I truly don’t even have words. I had a wedding party of 26 people not including our parents who also had to be photographed. If I had to guess I would say that’s probably a photographer’s worst nightmare lol but Erin never once made me feel like our people were a hassle and she did an amazing job of keeping everything organized and even had me laughing the entire day. When people tell you that your photographer is worth the investment because that’s who you spend your entire day with, please listen to them. I could go on and on about how easy Erin was to work with and how well she orchestrated the day but what drew me to her originally was her work. I didn’t want my wedding photos to look exactly like everyone else’s and Erin’s style of photography was exactly what I wanted. I feel like saying she’s creative isn’t enough of a compliment. She is so insanely talented and truly has mastered every part of her job. I was incredibly anxious the day of my wedding hoping everything would run smoothly and when it wasn’t Erin stepped in immediately to help. She was even reaching out to vendors FOR me the day before my wedding so that I could fully enjoy my rehearsal dinner. If you’re thinking of hiring Erin you absolutely should you will be sooo happy you did!
Jennifer S., 7 months ago