Make sure a lot of images will be captured—you can always edit, but, of course, you can’t re-shoot.
Like most wedding vendors in 2021, photographers are striving to play catch-up and balance postponements with new work. They’re also mastering the art of working with smaller, more intimate ceremonies and snapping gorgeous shots with socially distanced zoom lenses.
Talk to your photographer about style choices and your vision for the day to ensure that the images they capture will be cherished by you and your kin through the ages. Are you looking for candid, documentary photos or slightly more staged “lifestyle” shots? Do you want to get a little crazy with artistic images, tell the story of the day with editorial sequences, or stick to the time-honored classic groupings? A mix?
Think of the possibilities—historic mansions with formal gardens, riverside parks with mountain backdrops, waterfalls, Catskills high peaks....
Hudson Valley photographers know where all the scenery is; if you’re thinking outdoor micro-mini or elopement, consider asking your photographer for suggestions about spots where the two of you, your officiant, and a couple of friends could take a hike, tie the knot, and create incredible images together.
Think of the possibilities—historic mansions with formal gardens, riverside parks with mountain backdrops, waterfalls, Catskills high peaks.... Bring a fancy picnic from a favorite caterer and you’re set.
arius photography
New Paltz, 845-532-6337, ariusphoto.com
Organic. Romantic. Non-cheesy. My work is a delicate balance. Pretty shots for Mom. Natural and non-cheesy for you. And some killer art images when we can! Let’s leave behind the “supposed to’s” of wedding photography and tap into the connections and moments that are all around us. It’s a day filled with realness and that’s what I want to document. So kick off your shoes, dance with your best friends, and let’s do this!
clean plate pictures
New Paltz, 917-406-5749, cleanplatepictures.com
We love weddings. We love the excitement in the air. We love raging dance floors and moonlit kisses. And we love documenting each and every moment for you and your family. Clean Plate Pictures makes the experience of being photographed easy and fun, capturing genuine emotions and recording events as they unfold. The day might go by in a blur, but Erica and the team will give you visual memories to treasure for years to come.
dna photography
Hudson Valley, shotbydna.com
Adventure is the foundation of our business and we live to photograph the wildly in love. We photograph the moments that matter—the days of posed prom photos are over. DNA has a unique eye and will provide photographs that last generations. We are an easygoing, down-to-earth team and we run our business the same way.
jaci berkopec photography
NYC & Hudson Valley, 612-483-3189, jaciberkopec.com
Jaci Berkopec is a rock n’ roll, go-with-the-flow, pedal-to-the-metal kind of photographer. Her goal as your photographer is to create for you a series of images that feel like poetry, a timeless collection of moments that bring your story to life. Candid, authentic, real, raw moments that tell your one and only kick-ass love story.
love me do photography
Fleischmanns, 267-603-2086, lovemedophotography.com
Love Me Do Photography is a small collective of photographers with backgrounds in editorial and fine art photography. We aim to capture the love between our couples by capturing genuine moments in a creative way. With each wedding, we enter into a partnership with our clients, one that is honest and pure, inviting them to trust us to document their day artfully and organically.
mountain love media
Catskills, 607-422-7040, mountainlovemedia.com
Emotionally driven and deeply inspired by the nature that surrounds us, Mountain Love Media creates visually stunning films that truly capture the energy of your big day. Based in the Catskill Mountains, filmmaker Devin Ross translates his mountain lifestyle into creating intimate, adventurous wedding and elopement films that focus on seizing once-in-a-lifetime moments, all while showcasing the true beauty of it all.
rachel collet photography
Hudson Valley, NYC, 845-554-3443, rachelcollet.com
Rachel’s photojournalistic approach captures the unique charm, tenderness, and excitement of every celebration in its rich, authentic form. Her creative eye illuminates the subtle moments and details that give our memories texture. Rachel listens carefully to her clients to make sure what they value is reflected and preserved in their gallery of images. You can also add a playful element to your event with her boutique photo booths!
sarma & co. photography
Hudson Valley, Catskills, NYC, sarmaandco.com
Sarma & Co. Photography is described as timeless, tried and true—creating images that are candid, honest, clean, and have energy and emotion. Wedding photos that will leave a lasting impression and reflect your unique style. Known for her calm demeanor, Sarma will put you at ease on your wedding day, allowing you to be yourself and making the experience of being photographed very enjoyable and stress-free. For more info please email sarma@sarmaandco.com.
two in love photo
Woodstock, twoinlovephoto.com
Two in Love Photo provides a unique photography experience for your wedding day. Using our passion for photo and storytelling, we guarantee to capture this momentous occasion with a beautiful, authentic, and artistic eye. Our mission is to understand our client’s vision, and deliver images that reflect that back. Based out of Woodstock, NY, we are available for all weddings in NY state and beyond.
alison wedd photography
Philmont, 518-821-7991, alisonweddphotography.com
Specializing in wedding, portrait, prenatal, birth and postnatal photography. Alison has been living and working in the Hudson Valley, raising her eight children, homesteading, farming and documenting all of it. Her ability to capture the magical moments of family and community warmth, intimate connections between people, their pets, their children, and their environments is truly wonderful and unique.
hudson event studios
Hudson Valley, Catskills, NYC, hudsoneventphoto.com
Hudson Event Studios is one of the premier studios based in the Hudson Valley, Catskills, and New York City region. Specializing in natural event photography and video, our focus is to blend those candid moments organically with a timeless quality. Offering both customizable still and video packages for your budget. Booking now for 2021 weddings. Follow us on Instagram @hudsoneventstudios
your day photography
New Paltz, 845-594-3130, yourdayphoto.com
Top-notch wedding and event photography with a personal touch. Denise Edkins’ style is unobtrusive photojournalism combined with romantic portraiture, focusing on the unfolding story and emotions of your day. Coming from a design background, Denise has over 10 years of experience. She loves the unique opportunity of each individual wedding and the joy of meeting and working with her clients. She is easy to work with and will give her “all” to create lovely memories for you to treasure.
