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Lasting Memories

date posted: March 12, 2019

Your wedding is a day that you’ll hold in your heart forever, but you’ll also want some visual memories to look through over the years, to reminisce and share with loved ones.

That’s why it’s so important to take the time to find a photographer who is the right match for you—someone who can help create the aesthetic that you’re looking for, who you are completely comfortable with and even energetically connect with. This discrete VIP guest will be with you all day, snapping intimate and often deeply emotional shots that will last a lifetime, and you’ll want to feel at ease and stress-free in their presence.

Take some time to talk with your photographer about what you’re looking for in terms of quantity and quality for the day-of documentation. Don’t be shy. It’s perfectly okay to request a variety of photos ahead of time, including formal and candid snapshots of weddings and celebrations that they’ve photographed in the past. Check their website and Instagram feed to get a sense of their approach and style—it’s different for every photographer.

Questions to ask:

• How many hours of photography services are included?

• How many edited images will I receive from the event?

• Is video footage included in the package?

• How soon will I be able to view and receive the images?

• Will I receive digital copies of the images, prints, or both? It’s always good to have both.

• How many photographers will be on the ground during the event?

• What do you love about photographing a wedding?

Don’t forget your surroundings:

Remember to talk with your photography team about capturing your venue, the decorations, and all the fun little details you put so much time and energy into creating.

Take some time to talk with your photographer about what you’re looking for in terms of quantity and quality for the day-of documentation.

Also keep in mind that many of your guests may have traveled a long way and planned their outfits months in advance, so they will also want their own documentation of this celebratory day. Here are a few ideas to think about:

Guest selfies!

For a memorable addition to your reception, consider renting a photo booth, and even adding your own fun props for extra silliness. Guests will love walking away with their very own photo strips of memories, and you’ll enjoy seeing how much fun they were having while you were making the rounds with long lost family and friends.

Cell phone etiquette

To avoid the glare and distraction of seeing phones waving in the air as you exchange vows, consider requesting no cell phone photography at your ceremony—a simple elegant sign will do the trick in helping guests to be present. This is where having a good photography team to capture those important moments is key.

your day photography

New Paltz, 845-594-3130, yourdayphoto.com

Your Day Photography offers 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 graphic arts and commercial advertising production 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.

#bestweddingever

When it’s time to hit the dance floor, those phones will be whipped out in no time! Social media is a fun way to share your celebration with a wider community—create a cute hashtag for your wedding guests to use on Instagram and Twitter, so everyone can take part in documenting your joyous day. Spread the love!

alicia king photography

New York City, Hudson Valley, aliciakingphotography.com

Photography Duo Alicia and Rachel of Alicia King Photography have a candid, natural approach to wedding photography. They strive to go the extra mile to create images that will be cherished for years to come. Working with each couple’s unique vision, they feel the pictures will come out best if you just be yourself!! They are based in the Hudson Valley but are happy to travel anywhere!

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!

cappy hotchkiss

New York City, Hudson Valley, 917-741-2730, cappyhotchkiss.com

Cappy Hotchkiss, a true storyteller, has had the privilege of shooting weddings all over the world. Based in the Hudson Valley, New York City, and the Hamptons, her goal is not just to simply create beautiful images, but also to capture the emotions behind them. She shoots with both film and digital cameras and has been published extensively.

carl cox studios

Rosendale, 845-658-7000, carlcoxstudios.com

About Me: Enthusiastic, Creative, Fun, Professional, and Pronoun Friendly. About You: Head-Over-Heels for Each Other, Fun, Adventurous, Getting Married, or Eloping. Whether you’re a barefoot bride tying the knot in the great outdoors or taking advantage of one of the many beautiful Hudson Valley venues, I will create beautiful images of intimate moments and joy where people are so present that they forget they’re being photographed.

clean plate pictures

New Paltz, 845-658-0276, 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.

dear alex and jane

Hudson Valley, 646-240-3745, dearalexandjane.com

With 20 years of experience in the fashion and beauty industries in New York and a BFA from The Rietveld Academie in Holland, artist-photographer Rachel Brennecke brings her background to her new company Dear Alex and Jane, founded with assistant photographer Alex Liguori. Press for her Stone Fox Bride X Honor campaign was featured in publications such as Martha Stewart Weddings, Vogue, Elle, InStyle, The New York Times, and Harper’s Bazaar.

elena wolfe photography

Katonah, 914-401-4171, elenawolfe.com

With an artful and editorial approach, I use natural light and the beauty around us to create organic, simple, and timeless images that evoke emotion and tell a beautiful story. I am inspired to create beautiful and emotional storytelling images with a neutral and soft color pallet.

jeff tisman

Hudson Valley, NYC, 732-940-5602, jefftismanphotography.com

After twenty-three years, I still consider it an honor and privilege to capture weddings. There are a lot of choices out there and I appreciate it when I am chosen to document such a special day in a couple’s lives. Every wedding is unique and I go into every one with eyes wide open. I want them to be alive, emotional, timeless, and outrageous. There are no rules!

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 2019 weddings. Follow us on Instagram @hudsoneventstudios

liz unterman photography

West Hurley, 845-489-0975, lizunterman.com

Are you lucky enough to be getting married in this most special place? I think weddings are all pretty magical, but especially in the Catskills. I want you to look at your photographs and relive all the feelings you had from that day. My natural, artistic, and fun approach to storytelling just might be the perfect fit for your Hudson Valley wedding. Let’s chat and find out!

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.

magnolia grace studios

Millbrook, 914-204-1082, magnoliagracestudios.com

Magnolia Grace Studios is a boutique photography studio, focused on documenting natural emotion and human connection. We are an inclusive studio, welcoming people from all walks of life. We use digital and analog film to photograph engagements, traditional marriages, elopements, same-sex couples, and anniversaries. We also photograph boudoir & couples in love at our studio.

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!

sarah j berman photo

Hudson Valley & beyond, 845-541-9986, sarahjbermanphoto.com

Capturing people with their people on life’s unique adventures. I’m a time-capturer and obsessed with making indescribable moments tangible. I’m your professional sidekick, third wheel, timeline assistant, candid queen, all-things-design wizard, and that friend that treats your people like family. I can’t believe I get to experience the best day of your life AND make people relive it 25+ years from now!

sarma & co. photography

917-470-9773, 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.

stone ridge imagery

Hudson Valley, 516-637-7560, stoneridgeimagery.com

Stone Ridge Imagery was founded by Ben Ganon and Calum Murray, two photographers from the Hudson Valley. Our documentary approach to photography combines an unobtrusive, good-humored attitude with an organic workflow to capture moments as they unfold. We prioritize capturing emotion, and we know how to find or make the best light possible for creating beautiful fine art images of you and yours.

susan baker photography

Hudson Valley, NYC, 917-439-4819, susanbakerphotography.com

Susan Baker’s work can be described as painterly and cinematic. Through unposed, romantic portraits, lively, quiet candid moments, and poetic, atmospheric details, she captures an intimate storytelling narrative. With a fine art approach, Susan photographs with both film and digital. The passion behind her work is infused with a desire that each couple receive a collection of images that are elegant, truthful, and timeless.

teresa horgan photography

Hudson Valley, 917-612-2963, teresahorgan.com

Striving to capture all that makes your day distinct and memorable, Teresa will photograph the emotion, the mood, and the spirit of your day. Teresa shoots in a distinct editorial style, with lots of fun candids sprinkled throughout. Every couple’s wedding is unique, and Teresa aims to capture each individual wedding in the most beautiful way possible

vivian photography

Milton, 845-795-6189, vivianphotography.com

To Vivian, each wedding is a special experience. She is grateful to be a part of such a personal affair, and it truly shows through the genuine shots she takes. She feels that everyday is a blessing, and taking photographs is the ideal way to remember it. Her camera is an extension of her hands, eyes, and, most importantly, her heart. From weddings to events, Vivian is a perfect photographer for it all.

white poppy weddings

Newburgh, 845-417-5451, whitepoppyweddings.com

It’s important to me to capture the candid moments and the spirit of your wedding day surrounded by your friends and family. Getting to know all of my couples is one of the best parts of my job. It allows me to photograph your day, encompassing who you are, as well as creating artistic photos that tell your unique story, for you to look back on forever.