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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (321 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149

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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From the moment we booked Eivan's Photo & Video, their communication was amazing and smooth. The quality of their work was superb and excellent, capturing all the fun and special moments of our wedding day. They truly felt like a partner, tailoring their services to fit our unique needs and preferences. Eivan's team was a joy to work with and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos and videos that will help us relive our special day for years to come. Paula and Mark, thank you very much!
Kevin G., 10 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 
Rating: 4.9 (258 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Offer

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

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We had such an amazing experience with George Street Photo for our wedding! From start to finish, everything was incredibly organized and timely, which took so much stress off our big day. Gina, our photographer, was absolutely wonderful! She was so professional and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, while still being incredibly creative in capturing unique and special shots. Matthew, our videographer, was just as amazing. He worked seamlessly alongside Gina and beautifully captured our moment in a way that felt authentic and natural. We could not be happier with how everything turned out. Our photos and video are memories we will cherish forever, and we are so grateful to George Street Photo for bringing them to life. Highly recommend to any couple looking for a team that truly goes above and beyond!
Gabriela P., 7 months ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (207 reviews)
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800

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

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Sound Originals did a fantastic job photographing our wedding! Ari and Ali were very professional and they understood how to set up good shots. I'm amazed by how good the lighting was in most of the photos, even in some rooms at the church that weren't as well lit. There are a few photos I wish had been full body rather than cut off at the ankles, oh well. At the end of the night when our coverage had ended before the wedding did, they waited till the end of a song before saying goodbye instead of interrupting, which we greatly appreciated.
Madison F., 2 years ago
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Timeless Texas 
Rating: 4.9 (147 reviews)
Arlington, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499

We are a local team of photographers and videographers across Texas who understand that your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of love, and we're here to ensure that every precious moment is cherished and captured in timeless beauty.

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Timeless Texas was an amazing choice for our wedding photography. From our first interaction, they were quick to respond, professional, and genuinely kind. Megan, our photographer, made us feel comfortable and stress-free throughout the entire day. Her work is of great quality - capturing timeless, beautiful moments that we will cherish forever. We are thrilled with the final photos and couldn't be happier with the value Timeless Texas provided for our special day.
Christina, 2 months ago
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Ivory Grove 
Rating: 4.9 (112 reviews)
HARRISONVILLE, MO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Offer

We are a team of photographers, videographers, and event planners serving the state of Missouri! We specialize in capturing the genuine moments of authentic joy in each wedding we are a part of. Our priority is to treat every client the way we would like to be treated and to make this the easiest, most enjoyable part of your wedding. Nothing makes us happier than helping others create unforgettable memories, and we can't wait to do the same for you!

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Ivory Grove was a great and easy company to work with! I was sent a list of all of their photographers to view their work and give a preference of who we’d be assigned, which was reassuring to see each individuals work. The payment plan each month was great as well, as we had everything settled before the big day. There was always communication with Ivory Grove in the months before the wedding and I knew I could always reach out and get a quick reply if I had any questions. We ended up having a different photographer than our engagement session, but it worked out great as Nicole was amazing! She went above and beyond throughout the day, even putting on all of the groomsmen’s boutonnières. We got so many great shots in places that Nicole suggested and couldn’t be happier with our pictures.
Nikki T., a year ago
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Timeless Photo + Video 
Rating: 5.0 (107 reviews)
Washington, DC
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499

At Timeless, we understand the importance of capturing the unique and beautiful moments of your special day. We guarantee that the photographs we deliver will be of the highest quality and will last a lifetime for you to cherish. We pride ourselves on providing personalized attention to each couple. And most importantly, we promise to be reliable, timely, and responsive throughout the entire process, giving you the peace of mind you need on your big day.

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Timeless Photo Video provided excellent service for our wedding day photography and videography. Jamie and Matt were prompt, attentive, and captured all the special moments with an intimate, detailed style that we loved. They communicated in a timely manner leading up to the wedding and delivered the final products quickly after. While a few photos were overexposed, we were very pleased overall with their work and the value we received. We'd enthusiastically recommend Timeless to other couples looking to preserve the memories of their special day.
Theandra M., a year ago
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Timeless Carolinas 
Rating: 5.0 (98 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499

We are a local team of photographers and videographers who understand that your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of love, and we're here to ensure that every precious moment is cherished and captured in timeless beauty. Memories should be Timeless. 🥂💍 We look forward to speaking with you! Visit us at timelesscarolinas . com.

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We loved working with Timeless Carolinas for our wedding photos and video! They were so effective, kind, and smooth to work with throughout the entire process. The quality of their work is simply lovely, charming, and beautiful. They captured our engagement photos, wedding photos, and video in the most beautiful way, and we couldn't be happier with the results! Our photographers and videographer were amazing, and we loved them as people as well as their work. Highly recommend Timeless Carolinas for your wedding day!
Kaitlyn, 6 months ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (98 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style

You're not just hiring a photographer—you're gaining a creative partner who’s with you from “yes” to “I do.” I’m Pedro, Creative Director of Albany Capture, and for over 12 years I’ve been documenting love stories through a style that blends photojournalism with fine art. Weddings are more than just events—they're a celebration of connection, and I’m passionate about preserving the real, fleeting moments that make your day unforgettable. To ensure we provide dedicated time and personalized recommendations for your wedding photography and videography needs, we now offer in-depth consultations for a nominal fee of $50.

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Pedro was easy to work with and quick at responding. Willing to work with what works for you. Got engagement pictures taken with him and he helped us pose and was friendly throughout the session. Pictures turned out great!
Shelby L., a month ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (89 reviews)
Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845

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

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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. Their communication style was thorough and well-planned, which put us at ease throughout the entire process. They worked closely with us to create a custom package that fit our needs and budget perfectly. On the day of the wedding, they were responsive and attentive, capturing hundreds of bright, light-filled photos that beautifully documented all the special moments. The end results were incredible - we are thrilled with the quality of their work and the value they provided. We would highly recommend Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Casaundra, 10 months ago
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Duet Photography & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (87 reviews)
Westbury, NY
  • Photojournalistic style

Hi there! We're the team behind Duet Photography & Video. We're a collection of wedding photographers, filmmakers, designers, and editors. We each have our own story of how we've come to be a part of this incredibly field of wedding journalism. As individual as we are, we're all bound by the same love for our craft – the artistry of blending documentary journalism with stunning, creative vision. With over a thousand weddings under our collective belts, we've photographed and filmed weddings of every shape and size imaginable. We can't wait to document your wedding as well!

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Duet as a whole was absolutely amazing to work with from start to finish. They were all extremely professional, kind, and helpful every step of the way. On the day of our wedding, they were so easy to work with and knew all of the best spots for pictures at our venue. They captured all of the moments we wanted and more. We got preview pictures while we were still on our honeymoon which were all absolutely perfect, and we were blown away by the full gallery. The pictures were way better than I could have ever hoped for. We also got a highlight video as well as reception and ceremony videos which were so perfectly done. There are genuinely so many amazing photos that we're having trouble picking which ones to frame for our home (our families feel the same way too!). While I don't want to post our faces in the reviews, the attention to detail is really unmatched - as you can see from all the pictures I'm including here. We both highly recommend booking with them, if you're thinking about it just do it - you will not be disappointed!!
Nicole V., 6 months ago
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Jason Rhee Photography, LLC. 
Rating: 5.0 (75 reviews)
Northvale, NJ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200

Jason Rhee Photography is a wedding photography company based in Northvale, New Jersey. Jason’s 20 years of experience combined with his attentiveness toward his clients results in photos that reflect the true essence of each couple. He believes that encouraging a lighthearted atmosphere during your photoshoot is the best way to capture all of those natural and romantic moments. This photographer covers the New Jersey and New York tri-state areas.

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All I can say is WOW! I found out about Jason when he did my sister’s wedding (and many of her husband’s family members' weddings as well). It was a no-brainer for us to have him do our wedding as well. Our wedding pictures came out absolutely amazing and it’s hard to believe all of our shots were done by just him! He was able to capture so many amazing pictures and moments throughout the entire day. Also, we asked him to drive to Albany, NY to do our engagement pictures in my husband’s hometown and he said yes without hesitation! On a personal note, we can’t thank him enough for his kindness, open communication, and passion for the work he does. It was truly a breeze working with him throughout our entire wedding process. We couldn’t recommend him enough!
Natalie & J., 8 months ago
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MyStache Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (75 reviews)
Camano Island, WA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500

If you are looking for the perfect wedding day 3rd wheel bestie - you have found your girl. PNW Based Photographer located on Camano Island, WA. I am a Military wife and mother of two kiddos. I have been in business for 14 years, and have photographed weddings for over 10 years now. I am a Photographer that is in love with true honest emotional love; the silly faces, the bad jokes, the awkward moments.

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Lauren is truly an incredible artist. She knows how to pose her clients and never made it feel awkward or forced. It’s like there wasn’t even a camera there, just a couple of friends hanging out! :) Lauren joined us for our elopement and then a couple days later for a reception with around 40 people. She was very thorough in helping us decide where we wanted the elopement to happen, and was very patient when I changed my mind 10 times. She brought me a bouquet that matched my dress and champagne bottles for us to pop. She is incredibly thoughtful and you can really see how passionate she is about what she does. She was so quick to edit and send us the photos, I seriously cannot express how much of a joy it was working with her. I never once worried about capturing these special days with Lauren there, and now we have such beautiful photos to cherish forever.
Noel R., 2 years ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 
Rating: 5.0 (73 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Offer

Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Don't take our word for it, see it for yourself on our website. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

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We are absolutely thrilled with our experience with The Talented Photographer! Christian made the entire process smooth and stress-free with clear communication and organization that comes with his experience. We chose the Easy Package and our day was captured beautifully. Christopher was our photographer and was wonderful to work with. He was so detail-oriented, which truly made a difference in capturing every meaningful moment. The family and friends we’ve shared the album with are also so impressed. We are very happy we chose to go with The Talented Photographer!
Maura G., a year ago
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Ergin Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (70 reviews)
Watertown, MA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000

Hi, I’m Ergin — a Boston-based wedding photographer with a passion for turning moments into timeless memories. My approach blends modern elegance with natural storytelling. I focus on capturing genuine emotions, real connections, and all the little in-between moments that make your day unforgettable. With experience photographing weddings across Boston and New England, I strive to create a calm and enjoyable experience for every couple I work with. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a small, intimate gathering, I’m here to capture your story in the most authentic and beautiful way. Let’s create something timeless together.

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From our first interaction with Ergin Photography, we were impressed by their fast, kind, and responsive communication style. They were incredibly adaptable and caring throughout the entire process, making us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera and helping to bring out our genuine smiles and moments. The quality of their was great. Ergin was super easy to work with, and the photos they delivered were amazing. We really appreciated their talent and professionalism, and we're very happy with the final results.
Noor, a year ago
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Tomi Photopositive 
Rating: 5.0 (69 reviews)
Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Hello, I'm Tomi, a Wedding Photographer with over 500+ weddings under my belt. I live in Broomfield, Colorado with my amazing wife and my dog Teddy. I capture authentic, creative and emotionally driven wedding moments. My photography style has a mixture of unique candid photos combined with some traditionally posed shots, all edited with the more warm and true-to-life color editing style.

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My fiancé gave me 3 photographers to look at for our wedding. When I saw Tomi, even my picky side was sold. His photography work is amazing and his communication with us before the wedding was great! He even helped us with our timeline and outline for photos. We had a big venue and were worried about sticking to our timeline and getting the photos we wanted. He took the photos so quickly and got so many photos of us! Many of his ideas took us out of our comfort zone, but ended up being some incredible shots, and he made it extremely fun to do them. One of the best parts of our wedding was getting to have a little bit of Tomi’s time!
Jessika S., 2 years ago
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Ashley Kristine Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (66 reviews)
Windsor, CO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Northern Colorado and Western Washington. In my free time I hike, eat lots of food and play with cat & dog. I find photography to be an amazing creative outlet and love using it as a way to connect with some amazing people.

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Ashley Kristine Photo was an absolute joy to work with on our wedding day. Her communication was clear, prompt, and extremely helpful throughout the entire process. The quality of her work was simply stunning, and we felt we received AMAZING value for the price. Ashley seamlessly managed our timeline, making the picture-taking process the easiest part of our day. Ashley's energy was invigorating, and she expertly directed us, our family, and our wedding party to capture all the moments we wanted. Plus, the turnaround time for our photos was incredibly fast - we were thrilled to see the results so soon after our wedding. If you’re still looking, you can stop here - Ashley is your girl!!
Dori and H., a year ago
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Covenant Pictures 
Rating: 5.0 (64 reviews)
Houston, TX
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,295

Specializing in weddings and engagements since 2011, Melvin started his wedding photography career in Los Angeles – California. Now, based in Houston – Texas, Melvin captures the heart and soul of photography and he offers stunning pictures that will leave you breathless. Melvin works not only with professionalism but with a friendly attitude that makes each photo session personalized. With over 300 weddings under his belt, his skills are sharpened so that no special moment is missed.

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Melvin did the BEST job!!! I love all my pictures & videos! He even traveled to me in Dallas Tx. I HIGHLY recommend. He was def worth every penny! If I could do it all over again, I would hire covenant pictures again!
Sandra P., a month ago
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Holly D Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (62 reviews)
Napa, CA
  • Editorial style

I know you’re sitting there looking through a list of photographers & wondering which one should I choose?! I know how you feel! You’re trying to see which one will capture the most beautiful photos, which one will best fit your personality, will they be able to capture those candid memories, & of course, will they fit in my budget?

We cannot say enough about how grateful we are for Holly and the beautiful way she captured our wedding day. From the very beginning, she was thoughtful, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure she understood what mattered most to us. On our wedding day, Holly was such a steady and reassuring presence. She brought a calm confidence that allowed us to fully enjoy each moment, knowing we were in the best hands. She guided us when we needed direction and seamlessly stepped back to capture the candid, emotional moments that made the day so meaningful. When we received our gallery, we were overwhelmed in the best way. Every image feels authentic and full of emotion. She didn’t just document our wedding, she preserved the feeling of it. The joy, the tenderness, the laughter, and even the quiet in-between moments were captured so beautifully. Holly is not only incredibly talented, but also kind, intentional, and deeply committed to her clients. We will treasure these photos for a lifetime, and we are so thankful she was part of our day.
Laci H., 2 months ago
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VIDART 
Rating: 5.0 (59 reviews)
Monona, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500

VIDART's chief photographer studied at Columbia for film and U of I for foreign languages and philosophy, and went to Loyola for graduate studies. He worked at Lyric Opera of Chicago filming operas before joining VIDART. He is the author of the college textbook Cinematography 101, and has worked with John de Lancie (Q in Star Trek: TNG) on the science documentary The Reality of Time. Michael has also worked on the sets of over a dozen other feature films. He has handled the photography and videography for several thousand weddings and events, including work for clients such as Microsoft, Amazon, Macy’s, Sysco and more.

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Booked VIDART for our wedding in Madison. Super easy to work with, photos delivered fast, and the candid shots were amazing. A few people blinked in group pics but overall fantastic. 5 stars.
Amanda K., 5 months ago
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Joshua Fernandez Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
Columbia, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500

Hi. I’m Josh. Our work is based in Washington, DC, often in San Francisco and we’re happy to travel. The best photographs are simple, unobtrusive, and spontaneous. Memory fills in the gaps - this is how authentic photography captivates us. We've always sought to remember things exactly how they happened - how we felt. The goal is to unobtrusively document your day through artful frames. I'm a firm believer there is no single best photographer anywhere in the world - but there are artist the align with your vision. Please look us up on Google (Joshua Fernandez Photography) and see how past clients describe their experience with us. :)

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Joshua Fernandez Photography delivered an exceptional corporate photography experience that exceeded all expectations. His talent shines through in both formal headshots and candid moments, capturing not just images but the genuine spirit of our team. His personable approach put everyone at ease, resulting in natural and authentic photographs. Whether shooting corporate headshots, team photos, or capturing our staff during meetings and daily operations, Joshua demonstrated outstanding professionalism and attention to detail. What truly sets Joshua apart is his ability to reveal the authentic beauty in everyday workplace moments. The impromptu photos in various settings showcase our team's personality and dynamics in a way that feels both professional and wonderfully natural. Working with Joshua was a pleasure from start to finish. His expertise, professionalism, and artistic eye make him the perfect choice for corporate photography needs. Highly recommend!
John K., a year ago
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Alena Kostromia Photography & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
New York, NY
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Send inquiry via my web kostromina. co As a wedding photographer and videographer serving New York and New Jersey, my team and I are dedicated to creating authentic, timeless, and emotionally rich visuals that tell the story of your special day. With over 11 years of experience in the industry, we've developed a keen eye for capturing the natural nuances, energy, and relationships that make each wedding unique. Our style combines wedding photojournalism with fine art and fashion photography. We focus on guiding rather than posing, allowing your photos to reflect the genuine essence and emotion of your celebration.

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Alena is dressed SOOO fashionable- which my Mom pointed out as well- easy to communicate with, plan with, organized, gets photos and videos back in a timely FAST manner. I wish for Alena to be my wedding photog in the future bc every image she takes of me is TO DIE FOR. She has shot for me perhaps 3-5 times now and I told her she is my dream photographer! She makes every photo look like the cover of a magazine - not just a raw image! She is detail-oriented & creative. She makes me feel relaxed like I can try goofy poses and feel the most natural I’ve ever felt with a photographer. Like no pressure :)
Marie M., 6 months ago
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Christy Clark Photography, LLC. 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
Hialeah, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,450

We’re Christy Clark Photography - a husband-and-wife team specializing in documentary-style wedding photography across Florida (and beyond). Our style is all about real moments, not forced poses: the belly laughs, happy tears, wild dance moves, and quiet glances no one else notices. With over a decade of experience, we know when to blend into the background and when to step in with just the right direction. Couples choose us for galleries that feel like the day - full of personality, connection, and memories you’ll relive for a lifetime.

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Stop right now and book Christy and Alex. They are the absolute best!!!! Every single photo is absolutely stunning. Magazine-worthy, emotional, and somehow perfectly us. Their vibe is unmatched, they’re warm, calm, professional, and made us feel so comfortable that we completely forgot about the cameras. They managed to be everywhere at once and capture every tiny detail while somehow being totally non-intrusive. And the turnaround time??? Unreal. We got all our photos back in just 9 days! This has to be faster than anyone else in the industry, and every single one is flawless. Christy and Alex have this magic ability to make your day feel effortless and turn it into art. If you want timeless, emotional, perfect photos and an experience that feels joyful from start to finish, hire them immediately.
Summer & V., 5 months ago
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Miami Photographers Villas Channel 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
MIAMI, FL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $800
  • Offer

Miami’s top-rated photographers Villas Channel Photography has 800+ five-star Google reviews and award-winning expertise. I’m José—filmmaker & photographer—partnered with Cynthia, photographer, along with our talented team; we deliver high-quality, authentic imagery. Our signature lifestyle-documentary style delivers timeless, magazine-worthy images from sunrise to sunset. With 20+ years of experience, we specialize in weddings, engagements, and elopements. Our work has taken us to exotic destination weddings in Rio de Janeiro, Puerto Rico, and Spain, and we've had the privilege of collaborating with Mercedes-Benz, Ocean Drive Magazine.

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Jose and Cynthia from Miami Photographer Villas Channel captured our wedding beautifully! The portraits were absolutely stunning — every image looked like a piece of art. Their documentary-style approach told the story of our day perfectly, with every emotion and moment preserved so naturally. Jose and Cynthia were incredibly friendly, professional, and made us feel completely at ease throughout the entire day. We couldn’t have asked for a better team — highly recommend them to anyone looking for timeless, heartfelt wedding photography!
Natalia V., 6 months ago
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Joy Photo and Video 
Rating: 4.9 (56 reviews)
El Dorado Hills, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400

Joy Photo and Video is a nationally recognized, award-winning, and family-owned wedding photography and videography company trusted by thousands of couples throughout the US to provide great quality photo and video at an affordable price. We are family-focused, purpose-driven, service-minded, and guided by integrity and kindness. Our purpose is to strengthen and unite families, honor their values, and preserve their legacy for generations through meaningful photography and videography.

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Joy Photo and Video were wonderful to work with throughout the entire wedding process. Their communication was excellent and they were always on time for our meetings and the wedding day. The quality of their work was amazing - they captured every detail of our special day in an outstanding way. They were so attentive and made sure to get all the shots we wanted. Joy Photo and Video were truly wonderful and we are thrilled with the beautiful photos and videos they provided to help us remember our wedding forever.
Rubid J., a year ago
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Nova Photos 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895

Nova Photos is a wedding photography, videography, and photo booth studio in Chicago, IL. We're a multicultural, multilingual, LGBTQ-friendly, photographer/employee-owned studio dedicated to documenting the most memorable moments of your wedding day! Collectively, we have captured over 10,000 weddings. At Nova Photos, we work with our clients every step of the way. The team provides comprehensive support with planning locations, setting up permits, and creating a timeline that works for them and their other vendors. Every couple deserves more than just memories; they deserve a timeless keepsake that captures the essence of their love story!

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Nova Photos did an incredible job at capturing our wedding day! Our coordinator made sure to ask for thorough details and asked us many questions to ensure our day came out smooth. Our photographer was Florin and he was amazing!!! Attentive, respectful, honest and personable. He made our experience so easy and we did not worry about capturing every important morning of our day. He posed us in creative ways while also taking traditional shots, made sure we had enough photos with everyone we wanted to take it with (we had a group of friends/family with us), and he made suggestions that we ended up loving as far as location/poses. The quality of the photos is very clear and high quality! We enjoyed the filters and editing that was done as well; it was not overdone. Overall, I recommend hiring Nova Photos if you want a seamless, thoughtful and thorough experience on your wedding day. Thank you!
Sophia M., 6 months ago
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Scarlet Oak Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
Provo, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900

We are a small studio dedicated to reliably capturing those moments that matter most. We're big believers that everyone deserves capture they'd enjoy for a lifetime. So whether photo, video, or both we always give the kind of capture only a team can give.

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We went with scarlet oak because it was recommended by our wedding planner and we are so thrilled we did! We had an initial consult call before booking them and knew that we were aligned. They were so attentive and thoughtful with us leading up to the events. They brought such amazing energy to our welcome party and wedding - our guests are still commenting on how much they were hyping everyone up! We wanted our photos to reflect the celebration, joy, and excitement of the day, and this is exactly what we got! Not to mention the videos!! We have watched our highlight video every day since we got it - it perfectly captures the emotions and love and our favorite moments from the day!
Sara E., 5 months ago
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Reflections Media Pennsylvania 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
Philadelphia, PA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Offer

Based in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia PA, Reflections Media Pennsylvania is a collective of photographers, videographers, & content creators who capture weddings and events. They cover all of PA, NJ, & DE. They love creating images that are trendy while still standing the test of time. For each couple, these professionals aim to provide affordable services, high standards of customer care, and stunning photographs and videos to treasure for a lifetime. Our deposit is 20% down to book and the remaining balance can be broken down into 3-4 increments.

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I cannot recommend Reflections Media enough. My photographer was Kim Chapman and my videographer was Daniel. Both were excellent! They were prepared and kept the group and timeline moving the day of the wedding. My photos were amazing and the video that was included in my package is done so well! Danielle was easy to work with, communicated, and I received everything in a timely fashion. The entire team was awesome!
Jeanine L., 6 months ago
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Justin Kunimoto Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
ELLICOTT CITY, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200

First and foremost, congratulations! This is an exciting time! Before I begin with all the details, I would like to do away with the formalities and keep it light. Technically speaking, I’m a photographer, but honestly, since establishing my business in 2014, I would consider myself a teammate through this process. I’ve really enjoyed getting to know couples, their families, their stories, and at the end of the day, becoming a good friend. If this vibes with you, we are off to a good start :) Answering questions, transparency in communication, and prompt responses are important to me and I hope that everything I share resonates.

Awarded Best of Zola
Justin was the first vendor that we booked for our wedding- before the venue, before anything else and it was probably the best decision that I made in the entirety of our wedding planning. Justin was such a pleasure to work with from the start and went above and beyond to make sure that my partner and I were comfortable in the run-up to the wedding and on our wedding day (which is saying a lot, because my partner hates taking/being in pictures). On the wedding day, Justin was even more incredible than I could have imagined. He made us both feel at ease the entire wedding, making us laugh and seamlessly capturing amazing pictures along the way. All night and since the wedding, we've had family and friends tell us how incredible Justin was- his easygoing, friendly demeanor made an already really special day even better and we are so grateful to have him as our photographer. The pictures he captured are stunning (no surprise given the work we'd seen of his before) but I was blown away by the candid moments he was able to capture that we will cherish forever. Again- I can't recommend Justin highly enough and will forever be grateful for both the way he was able to capture the best moments of such an important day and for him being such a wonderful person.
Melissa K., 2 years ago

About wedding photographers

How much does a wedding photographer cost?

Wedding photographers early in their careers can cost as little as $1,500. Super experienced photographers, as seen in magazines like Vogue and Vanity Fair, can cost upwards of $30,000. The range is wide, but, in general, you can expect to spend around 10% of your budget on wedding photography. Rates also vary based on wedding length, the services you want, and location. A photographer based in an area with a lower cost of living, for example, will be less than one based in New York or San Francisco.

How much should we tip our wedding photographer?

A good rule of thumb is to tip 10% of their rate, or at least $100. If they’re bringing second photographers or assistants, an additional $50 to $75 per person is an appropriate and nice gesture.

What questions should we ask wedding photographers?

Aside from logistical questions about packages, pricing, and availability, it’s also important to use your conversation to get a sense of their personality. This person will be with you and your loved ones every step of your wedding day, including, if you want, in the dressing room! It’s very important that you and your partner both feel comfortable with them and their working style. Talk about your venue, how you want to feel when you look at your photos, and which photos from their portfolio you like best.