Brilliant Lens Photography

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $3,500

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $2,400

Packages

Prices start at $1,600

About Brilliant Lens Photography

Brilliant Lens Photography

Owner & Lead Photographer

Photography has been part of my life since 2009 and my profession since 2015. My roots are in fine art and figure photography, where I learned to slow down and notice what most people miss: the way light shifts, the space between moments, the emotion held in a quiet gesture. That eye led me to weddings, which I approach as living stories unfolding in real time rather than scenes to be staged. I photograph only 10 weddings a year, so every couple has my full attention from the first conversation to the final gallery. Brilliant Lens is a fine-art documentary studio on the North Shore of Boston, serving Boston and all of New England.

My work is documentary at its core: genuine emotion, natural movement, and the in-between moments that often end up meaning the most. I work quietly and stay out of the way, with light guidance only when it helps, so you can stay fully present with each other and the people you love. I work with natural light and a moody, cinematic eye, and I edit for a timeless look rather than a trendy one. The result is a gallery that feels honest and personal, images that do more than document your day. They preserve how it felt.

Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits

Photo formats

  • Digital

Brilliant Lens Photography packages

Wedding Coverage

8 hours

Peak pricing $3,500-6,000

Off-peak pricing $3,500-6,000

Description

Designed for couples who want the full story of their wedding day captured, from the anticipation of getting ready through the celebration with family and friends. My documentary approach focuses on genuine moments and natural interactions while offering light guidance when needed for portraits.

What’s included
  • 8 hours of continuous photography coverage
  • Documentary-style coverage with light guidance
  • 400–600 high-resolution edited images
  • Private online gallery for viewing and downloading
  • Personal usage and printing rights
  • ADD ON: Additional coverage hours
  • ADD ON: Engagement session
  • ADD ON: Fine art prints or wedding album
  • ADD ON: Destination / travel coverage

Micro-wedding/elopement

4 hours

Peak pricing $1,600-3,000

Off-peak pricing $1,600-3,000

Description

Designed for intimate weddings and intentional celebrations with a smaller guest list. This package provides documentary-style coverage focused on the genuine moments and atmosphere of your day.

What’s included
  • 4 hours of continuous photography coverage
  • Documentary-style coverage with minimal direction
  • 200–300 high-resolution edited images
  • Private online gallery for viewing and downloading
  • Personal usage and printing rights
  • ADD ON: Additional coverage time
  • ADD ON: Engagement session
  • ADD ON: Fine art prints or album
  • ADD ON: Destination / travel coverage

Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

6 reviews

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    Douglas O.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Mar 18, 2026

    Manager

    I had a wonderful experience working with Brilliant Lens Photography for my wedding. They were very easy to communicate with throughout the entire process, making the experience seamless. Their work is excellent, capturing all the special moments of our big day perfectly. I would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and professional wedding photography team.

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    Shar D.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Mar 16, 2026

    He Captured Everything Without Us Even Noticing

    If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who captures the day without making it feel like a photoshoot, Jason is truly exceptional. From the moment he arrived, he was incredibly professional and thoughtful, but what stood out most was how discreet he was. It never felt like he was in the way or orchestrating moments that should have been natural. Because of that, my husband and I were able to fully be present and soak in our wedding day—and somehow he still captured every meaningful moment. I’m Indian and my husband is not, and Jason beautifully captured both the cultural intricacies of the day and the genuine emotions behind them. Looking through our photos, it’s amazing how many moments he caught that we didn’t even realize were happening at the time. We also received our photos sooner than expected, which was such a pleasant surprise. And the quality is absolutely stunning. The memories he captured, the quality and his eye are priceless. If you’re considering him for your wedding, do it. You’ll be so grateful you did.

    Jason Stadtlander•Mar 17, 2026

    Thank you so much for such a thoughtful and meaningful review Shar. It truly means a lot. It was an absolute honor to be part of your day. The way your cultures came together was incredibly special, and I’m really grateful I had the opportunity to document it. My goal is always to let couples stay fully present while I quietly capture what’s naturally unfolding, so hearing that you felt that way means everything to me. I’m especially glad you’re discovering moments you didn’t even realize were happening, those are often the most meaningful ones. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together, and thank you again for trusting me with such an important day.

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    Betty M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Mar 16, 2026

    Brilliant Lens Photography

    Jason is a very accomplished photographer. He put my fiance and our guests at ease while doing his job and capturing the moments during our rehearsal dinner leading up to the wedding the following evening. His photography album can tell a story of our very special wedding weekend! I would highly recommend Brillant Lens Photography to capture your special day!

    Jason Stadtlander•Mar 16, 2026

    Thank you so much, Betty! It was truly a pleasure being part of your wedding weekend, from the rehearsal dinner through the big day. I’m so glad the photos tell the story of such a special time for you both. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!

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    Nicole Voss

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Oct 21, 2026

    It was a joy to work with Jason to photograph our wedding. He captured so many small moments and gave us hundreds of photos to choose from. I HIGHLY recommend.

    Brilliant Lens Photography•Oct 23, 2026

    Thank you so much, Nicole! It was a joy to photograph your wedding. Even with the rain on the Charles, the day had such a beautiful, intimate feel, and the small moments between you and Michael were my favorite to capture. Congratulations again to you both!

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    Amanda Dias

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •May 12, 2026

    Jason was a pleasure to work with. He is timely, talented, professional and works well in high-pressured environments. He shot our 270 person event and we were so happy with the outcome. He even got us out of a sticky situation. Jason very obviously loves what he does and is an all around good guy. Thank you Jason!

    Brilliant Lens Photography•Oct 23, 2026

    Thank you, A! A 270-person event keeps everyone on their toes, and I'm so glad it all came together the way you hoped. It was a pleasure working with you and your team, and I'd love to do it again anytime.

Most couples book between 9 and 18 months in advance, especially for popular spring and fall dates. That said, I occasionally have availability for shorter timelines or smaller celebrations, so feel free to reach out even if your wedding is approaching quickly.
I personally photograph every wedding myself. This allows me to maintain a consistent documentary style and ensures that the person whose work you connected with is the one capturing your day. My approach focuses on quietly observing and capturing authentic moments rather than directing the event with a large team. For larger weddings or venues with multiple simultaneous events, I can discuss options in advance, but most celebrations are comfortably covered by a single photographer working unobtrusively.
Yes. Every image delivered in your final gallery is carefully reviewed and professionally edited for color, exposure, and overall consistency. My goal is to create a natural, timeless look while preserving the authentic atmosphere of your day.
I specialize in photography and focus entirely on capturing the story of your wedding through images. However, I’m happy to recommend excellent videographers if you’re looking to add video coverage to your day.
Wedding galleries are typically delivered within 4–6 weeks. This allows time to carefully curate and edit the images so that your final gallery reflects the full story of your wedding day.
The number of images varies depending on the length and flow of the wedding, but most couples receive between 300 and 800 fully edited photographs that document the key moments and atmosphere of the day (depending on their budget).
In the unlikely event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding due to illness or emergency, I maintain relationships with trusted professional photographers who share a similar style and standard of work. Every effort would be made to ensure your wedding is still covered seamlessly.
While my style is primarily documentary, I absolutely help guide couples during portraits so you feel comfortable and natural. The goal is relaxed, authentic images rather than stiff or overly posed photos.
In my 12 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve never cancelled a booking. In the very rare event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding, I’ll make sure you’re covered by one of my colleagues or my contracted assistant. I’ll also provide you with a list of photographers from the many networking groups I’m in, so you can find the perfect replacement.

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