The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Essex, CT

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Essex, CT

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Chris Arson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

Hi there! I’m Chris, and I’m excited to be part of your wedding journey. My goal is to make your day as stress-free and joyful as possible, so you can focus on celebrating with the people you love. I’ll ensure your timeline stays on track and handle any unexpected moments with ease. Based in Boston, I love traveling for intimate weddings of 100-150 guests at unique venues like barns, ski resorts, and castles. My style focuses on vibrant, cinematic images with true-to-life editing. I’m here to bring your vision to life and create photos that let you relive the magic for years to come!

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I am beyond grateful we hired Chris as our wedding photographer. From our first time talking I knew he was the right fit. He went above and beyond to make this the best experience. From meeting us in advance and even scouting photo spots at the venue when we visited, to preparing an iron clad schedule with room for flexibility, to making me an electrolyte drink so I'd stay hydrated during the morning prep, and making us laugh and stay present throughout the day, we couldn't have been happier with our experience. Chris has an innate ability to connect with anyone and he made all of us feel at ease, which helped our authentic emotions shine through in the photos. We knew we wanted a photographer that could capture all the feelings in a unique, artistic and fun way, and Chris did all that and more. Our wedding photos are beautiful, precious memories that truly allow us to relive each moment, and I am so grateful for that gift. Chris was one of the best investments we made for our wedding, and he truly made the day even more special for us and our families. 1,000 out of 10 recommend!
Ali, 2 months ago
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ALM Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi, I'm Tony, owner of ALM Photography.. I'm a seasoned photographer with over 10 years of wedding experience specializing in true to life, unfiltered wedding photography. With more than 25 years of dedication as an emergency room nurse, I bring a unique perspective and a keen eye for detail to every shot. Brides and grooms-to-be, as you prepare for your special day, trust me to capture the magic with skillful artistry and heartfelt sincerity. Let my background as both a caretaker and visual storyteller ensure that every moment is beautifully preserved, creating lasting memories for years to come.

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We got married at the Publick House in Sturbridge, MA in June 2024, and we had such a great experience! The place is made up of a few buildings- my (now) husband was getting ready in one building and I in another. Tony was great with communication; he kept me posted about when he was on his way, when he got to my husband's room, and when he was coming to my room. He was also quick to send sneak peak pics! We told him we didn't like posed pictures, we only wanted a few with our family and wedding party, and then to take the rest of us just being us. The pictures were great! We got the posed photos we wanted, and he was great about my idea of the wedding party being chased by a blow-up dinosaur (seriously)! The rest of the photos were wonderful, just all of us having a good time; he captured them so well! He was very professional and he made the time doing the posed pictures fun. I would DEFINITELY recommend Tony for your event!
Cyndi J., 6 months ago
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Brianna Ritoli Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Essex, CT

I was born and raised in the smallest little state, Rhode Island! With that comes a huge appreciation for the coast and a realization that magic can be found in even the smallest of details. Growing up in a small town where time seems to go by slower helped me learn the value of genuine connections which have now become apart of who I am.

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We are SO glad we worked with Bri! From start to finish she was supportive, communicative, and onboard with our elopement. My husband and I are not comfortable in front of the camera and she made it so easy to get beautiful photos! I let Bri use her artistic vision to get a lot of our photos, and I am so happy I did. Her and Lucas were fabulous - and essential to keeping our elopement as quiet as possible. I will definitely be reaching out to Bri if we ever need any other photos done! Thank you so so much for capturing our day!!
Katelyn H., 7 months ago
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Tarren Bailey Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Essex, CT

I love spending the day documenting the story of your love and special moments with those closest do you. My photographic style is to photograph in a non intrusive way so I can capture the magic of the day as it unfolds with candids and minimal directed posing.

Tarren was so fun to work with! She is energetic, passionate, and excited about photography. She brings creativity and joy to her work and makes the process fun for the couple, the bridal party and wedding guests. She worked closely with our bride and groom to capture details and moments with were meaningful and important to them, including highlighting the flower arrangements that the bride lovingly created. She beautifully captured the event and the happiness of the day!
Amanda, 3 years ago
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Sage & Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Essex, CT

We believe that everything we do must have a special meaning, one that fills up our hearts with happiness & euphoria! We absolutely love capturing your love story in a way that represents you as a couple. We have been in the wedding industry for 3 years now & couldn't imagine life any other way. We are an easy going couple duo, who specializes in cinematic films & moody photography. We so hope we get the opportunity to celebrate your special day with you!! (Please contact us through our website to get in touch for your special day)

I have not only worked alongside Mac and Destiny as a fellow wedding vendor, but I also hired them for marketing clips and they truly are a dream team. They are kind and make you feel as if you've known them forever. In addition to their incredible energy they have perfected their art and really deliver beautiful work to their clients. I recommend them all the time to those looking for videographers, and I am happy to point you in the right direction as well. They are simply the best!
Colleen Anne Lennehan, 2 years ago
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Teresa Johnson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi, I'm Theresa, a wedding photographer inspired by nature's beauty and the stories we all hope to pass down. Along with my amazing team of photographers (plus a videographer!), our work emphasizes natural prompts and real emotions to create incredible imagery that captures the vibrant energy of wedding celebrations. We’re set apart by the fact that we know how to maximize shotlists so our couples can skip the photo marathons and enjoy their own cocktail hour (which is rare, I might add).

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Teresa and her team was the easiest and best decision we made when wedding planning. She was wonderful to work with and from our first Zoom call together I just knew she understood our vision. I am just blown away with how she, Katherine, and Olivia were able to capture so many special moments with our people. She and her team pivoted amazingly well through changing plans due to weather and other minor challenges through out the day. Even with a rainy, windy day we had the best wedding pictures I’ve ever seen! Each photo shows all of the love that was in the room during our wedding and I am so grateful to be able to relive our day forever thanks to Teresa and her team.
Haley, 2 years ago
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BridgetQ Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Essex, CT

I am a self-proclaimed nerd and total goofball who is always up for an adventure, especially if it means going to the beach. I love to travel. I have been blessed to find “home” on three different continents, and I speak fluent English, Spanish and Portuguese. My husband Mike, sons Javi & Ro, baby Soleil and pup Tag are my greatest motivation. They simultaneously drive me crazy and keep me grounded. The love, strength and energy I get from them shapes my perspective on the world, and is something that I want to share with you. In addition to all that, I happen to be one of the luckiest people in the world – I love my job!

Bridget was amazing! She took our engagement and wedding photos and they came out wonderful! She was able to capture the best moments of the day!
Lauren T., 5 months ago
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Wild Roots Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Essex, CT

My husband and I are enjoying living in the quiet woods of Haddam, CT with our fur babes Kenai and Topaz. Brian and I have been together since 2015 and got married in 2022 at a brewery. Born in New Haven, we’ve had the incredible experience of living around the country including Alaska, Oregon and Colorado. My perfect day is sitting outside in the autumn air drinking espresso while listening to a podcast or reading The Secret, again. The show Outlander is a guilty pleasure though Brian and I are always quoting New Girl and Bob’s Burgers. I love planning adventures, thrillers, football Sundays, wholesome conversation, cozy vibes and markets.

Ashley is someone who is so genuine, kind and understanding. She knows what it takes to capture the most beautiful photos that leave you remembering your day so vividly for a lifetime.
Amethyst Trail Photo, a year ago
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Full of Whimsy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,197
  • Serves Essex, CT

My name is Margit. I am an outdoor-loving, adventure-seeking, love-obsessed, believing, cat mamma who believes in the utmost importance of capturing life’s most significant moments. I hold my photography close to my heart; I capture the real, authentic, whimsical moments that happen throughout your wedding day.

From the moment we met Margit, we were blown away by her warm, friendly, and loving communication style. Her magical, romantic, and relaxed approach to capturing our wedding day was exactly what we had hoped for. She suggested wonderful poses, actions, and locations that resulted in photographs that truly reflect the joy and intimacy of our special day. Her skill at preserving those precious moments has given us images we will cherish forever. We are so grateful to have had Full of Whimsy Photography (Margit and Megan) as our wedding photographers and cannot recommend them highly enough. @fullofwhimsyphotography
Alyssa, 3 months ago
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Layne Ann Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Essex, CT

My name is Layne, I am a 25 year old photographer based out of Connecticut, but always down to get out of here and travel! I have a passion for capturing some of life's most beautiful moments and turning them into a memory you can truly cherish forever. My love for photography has gotten me through some of the worst times and is my saving grace. Because of that, I don't plan on ever putting my camera down. I am not here to put you in the perfect pose; I am here to capture real, authentic emotion! When you open your album I want you to feel something, and I strongly believe those raw emotions come from candid moments that can’t be posed.

Layne Ann Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. Layne communicated quickly and reliably throughout the planning process, making it easy to coordinate schedules and locations. On our rainy wedding day, Layne brought an upbeat, easygoing energy that kept the photo shoot fun, even when we had to adjust plans last-minute. The photos turned out beautifully - Layne has a real talent for capturing creative shots, and the images vividly showcase the joy and love from our special day. Between the quality of the photographs and Layne's friendly professionalism, we felt we received fantastic value. I wholeheartedly recommend Layne Ann Photography to any couple looking for a talented, communicative photographer to capture the magic of their wedding celebrations.
Sarah V., 5 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Essex, CT

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Eivan’s for our wedding was a great decision! Our photographer Gregory I was professional and FUN! He kept us smiling throughout the day with his quirky personality! My fiancé does not care for photos so I’m happy we had someone working with us who could make him comfortable. He made sure to get multiple images even if it was just “one more”, it was never one more! We had actually hired a different photographer and we replaced him with this company. Worth the stress and money! If I had any tips for the company, it would be to have your photographers give a 30 minute warning before their contracted time is up. Weddings are so busy for the bride and groom, it is very easy to lose track of time. I think clients would appreciate a little heads up just so they can try and capture any photos they may have missed. Other than that, I have ZERO complaints. Such an amazing experience! 10/10 highly recommend :)
Melanie T., 3 months ago
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Sound Originals Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Essex, CT

Sound Originals 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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Pictures turned out beautiful, we absolute adore them and love the memories that Sound Originals captured! The photographer and videographer were very respectful of our moments and gave us lots of great memories to look back on. We loved how connected we felt in the planning process and they were very helpful with any questions and made the process low stress!
Kaleb G., 4 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Essex, CT

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.

Alex & Jeremy were the BEST. I cannot believe the number of compliments I received from friends and family who were at the wedding. They were the most professional and interacted with our guests all night long. During the day, we moved through our timeline so smoothly but never felt rushed in my special moments with my husband. We laughed, we cried, we danced- every moment was captured by them and we are so thankful! I was hoping that the weather would cooperate for some golden hour portraits- not only did Jeremy get the most BEAUTIFUL golden hour photos but he grabbed us just as the sun came peaking out of the clouds and got a few photos of us with my veil in the wind. I am OBSESSED with both sets of these portraits. I’ve already recommended OLAS to friends and family who are getting married. They were the best vendor I could have asked for to capture our special day!
Danielle H., a month ago
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Christopher Duggan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,950
  • Serves Essex, CT

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. = )

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Christopher was SO much fun to work with throughout the entire process. From the engagement photos, the rehearsal dinner to the wedding itself, Christopher was there finding the best shots. His demeanor and communication style put us at ease and actually made the process fun! The quality (and quantity!) of the team's work was impressive and they managed to capture the most memorable and funny moments that we still get to relive to this day. Cannot recommend them highly enough!
Lily R., 2 months ago
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Enchanted Celebrations 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

Changing the game in the wedding industry, Enchanted Celebrations aims to successfully redefine the paradigm of personalization and compassion in each wedding. Whether we are capturing your love story behind a lens or mixing your perfect wedding day soundtrack, Enchanted Celebrations has the experts to create the wedding day vibes you’ve always dreamed of.

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Enchanted Celebrations was truly an amazing company to work for. We got the package with photographer, videographer, DJ, and photo booth and it was the BEST thing we did for our wedding. The pre wedding staff was always on top of everything and extraordinary! Any questions or details missing they made sure we were set for the big day! I cannot express the love I had for each professional on our wedding day, they were all amazing. Especially our photographer Andres!!!! It truly was an enchanted celebration, just as I dreamed of.
Samantha B., 7 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer



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

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My husband and I were from out of town and hired Sean to photograph us at a Christmas gala at the place we got married. He was accommodating to last minute changes to make the most of the session and even went above and beyond to make it happen. Upon first impression, he was upbeat and had a vision. We were outside in sub 30 degree weather with fading evening light as well as low light inside a building and he was up for the challenge. We ended up with beautiful images in less than ideal conditions and that is what makes a great photographer. Sean has a sense of humor and an eye for that perfect photograph. He was fun to work with and his heart for people and creativity shows through. Thank you Sean for capturing this time in our lives.
Julia M., 2 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Essex, CT

My name is Ali Cushing, a NY-based photographer, working near and far, capturing life, love, and letting people be themselves. My goal first and foremost is contributing to you having a wonderful experience and getting to live in the moment by being first your friend, and second your photographer; making the photos about the day and not the day about the photos. I approach each opportunity with personalized care and whatever your photographic goals and day's plans, I’d love to be a part of and to document your story. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

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My husband and I LOVED working with Ali for our wedding at the Picnic House in Prospect Park! She was responsive to all of our questions and quick to answer calls and emails. On the day, she put everyone at ease and corralled everyone to get through the family portraits quickly. She totally captured our vision for the day and we're so happy with how our photos came out! We absolutely recommend working with Ali for your special day.
Lisa K., 7 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Essex, CT

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 120+ weddings booked in 34 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

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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., 5 months ago
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Cate Barry Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Essex, CT

I am a Connecticut-based wedding and portrait photographer obsessed with candid moments, real emotion, and the connections between human beings. I strive to capture life as we actually live it: full of beauty and roughness, joy and struggle, extravagance and simplicity. When I photograph you, I’m not thinking about getting likes on social media. I’m thinking about what will make your heart grow three times its size. I’m thinking about what will make you ugly-cry, looking back. I’m thinking about you seeing how awesome and truly loved you are.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cate was an absolute dream to work with! She captured both our elopement wedding (10 guests at a beachside Airbnb in East Haven in early September) and a 1-hour couples’ photoshoot (early morning at the Yale campus in mid-October 2024). We couldn't have asked for a better experience! Her incredible skill, warm demeanor, and attention to detail truly set her apart. We spoke with many prospective photographers before deciding, but we just couldn’t look away from working with Cate after going through her brilliant portfolio and speaking with her on Zoom. Cate made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She has an amazing ability to put you at ease, making the entire process natural and fun. The photos she took are some of our absolute favorites. We love how she captured our families, wedding ceremony, and couple photos with so much emotion and authenticity! One of the standout things about Cate is how prolific she is. She took and shared a delightfully ridiculous number of photos with us—over 2–3 photos per minute! Every single shot was excellently curated and edited, showcasing her skills as both a photographer and storyteller. Cate went above and beyond, even while balancing personal challenges during her busiest season, to deliver a stunning gallery that exceeded all our expectations. She was also kind and thoughtful in all her communications with us and incredibly generous while photographing us for several minutes after our scheduled time had ended. We wholeheartedly recommend Cate to anyone looking for a wedding or portrait photographer! She is immensely talented, professional, and a joy to work with. We not only found our go-to photographer for all our future needs, but also a kind friend through this process. Thank you, Cate, for capturing the most precious moments of our lives so beautifully—we are so grateful for your skill and compassion!
Snimar K., 2 months ago
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Kaitlin Toto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Essex, CT

I’m a storyteller. That’s what I’m here to do - document the story of one of your greatest celebrations. My work is heavily focused on the authentic, unplanned moments. My approach is observational and real, creating images that are genuine representations of you, those you love, and the space and moments you share. I create true-to-life images that will bring you back to some of your sweetest, most treasured moments for years to come. These images aren't just for you, after all - they're for the branches of your family tree that have yet to grow. For the generations to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
I knew we needed to book Kaitlin from the second I found her Zola profile, but it was completely solidified by our meet and greet meeting. Kaitlin is exactly as described. So personal, completely herself, open and transparent, I could go on and on. One of the biggest things that sold us with Kaitlin (besides her work) was the fact that she gave us advice on what to look for/questions to ask with other photography vendors while we were on our hunt. We had our engagement photos in October in Boothbay Harbor and we are actually located in Western Mass. I had ideas in my head about what would work and Kaitlin made the drive to check out the locations and ensure they actually would. One of my locations wasn't the best lighting wise and she gave multiple other options to get similar looks. We actually ended up doing some downtown photos which are some of my favorites (which is a little a lie because I am obsessed with all of them). I read in multiple of Kaitlin's reviews that she makes awkward people comfortable behind the camera and I am here to say it is true. I was so stressed going into things, worried my hair looked bad, we wouldn't get *the* shot, we would look weird, etc. Kaitlin immediately asked me what my worries were and I felt so at ease. Working with Kaitlin felt like working with with a lifelong friend who really has it all together and is such a professional. I truly know that our wedding day is going to be that much better knowing she is going to be there documenting it all.
Rachel K., 18 days ago
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So Behold This Inc. 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

From the first moment my grandfather placed a Sony Cybershot in my hands at age 13, I knew the magic of capturing life's most profound and intimate moments was meant for me. Now, after nearly 24 years behind the lens, what began as a childhood hobby has become everything to me. My commitment to you as your photographer is to apply my skill, creative mind, and decades of experience to your occasion so you have fantastic, tangible memories to look back on years from now. I have made it my goal to become proficient across a wide range of photographic/editing styles, in order to better serve the needs and preferences of each individual client.

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Johnny at So Behold This Inc. was an absolute pleasure to work with for our Hallowedding! From the very beginning, he was helpful and truly understanding of our needs and vision. He was also incredibly reliable and responsive whenever a question came up during the planning process. Johnny captured the most amazing, beautiful, and stunning photos that perfectly represented the feelings and moments of our special day! He sent over teasers within 24 hours and we were blown away by how gorgeous the photos turned out. Johnny's work is absolutely awesome! We couldn't be happier with all of our photos and would highly recommend So Behold This Inc. to any couple looking for an amazing wedding photographer!
Brianna&Andrew, 2 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves Essex, CT

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

Awarded Best of Zola
This has taken me a little while to get to writing as after wedding day life has been a little chaotic but wanted to express praise where it was well deserved. Holly exceeded my husband and I's expectations as our photographer on our wedding day. Not only was she extremely professional, but she was kind, personable and very helpful. The photos ended up coming out GORGEOUS! We just could not be happier with her and are definitely going to be recommending her to anyone seeking a photographer.
Chelsea H., 4 months ago
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This Insane Idea Photography 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

We are Mark & Brittany Edman, NJ based wedding team. Mark created “This Insane Idea” with the vision that anything is possible. As your lead shooter, he had a passion for photography his entire life, capturing moments around him in the most authentic ways until one day Brittany told him “go full time”, it was insane. He fell in love with wedding photography and the emotion it brought out for everyone involved. Coming home so happy with unique stories and photos from all over the state, Brittany knew she needed to join him on wedding days. Having a background in hospitality for 20 years Brittany began coordinating the day alongside Mark.

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Mark has a such an eye for capturing Love through the lens! He’s professional and made the whole process easy. We couldn’t have been happier to have him for our special day ! Thank you Mark
Leila, 9 months ago
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Maddie Van 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Essex, CT

Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a wedding photographer based in the beautiful seaside town of Newport, Rhode Island. Although I call Newport home, I provide my services to couples throughout the greater New England area and am always willing to travel worldwide for my clients' special days. I have always been passionate about capturing life's most special moments through my camera lens, and there's nothing quite like the magic of a wedding day. I consider it an honor and privilege to document the love story of each unique couple I work with.

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From our engagement photos to our wedding day, Madison was an absolute pleasure to work with. She immediately had us feeling so comfortable, listed to what we wanted and help guide us through our day all the while making sure we got what we wanted out of it. And bonus, the pictures all came out stunning. Highly recommend this wonderful photographer 3
Christina C., 21 days ago
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Reiman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Essex, CT

Reiman Photography is a full-service wedding photography company based out of Auburn, Massachusetts. Owner and lead photographer Rob has been part of the wedding industry since 2007, photographing weddings throughout New England. His goal is to capture the details and special moments that couples want to remember for the rest of their lives.

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Robert was friendly, responsive, and easy to work with. He did great with giving us direction in front of the camera. The photos came out excellent. We really appreciate the detail when receiving the photos, the quick turnaround time, and that we received all photos not just a certain amount. Thanks again to Robert!!
Courtney T., 5 months ago
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Kelsey Haley Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Essex, CT

I'm a Massachusetts-based wedding photographer. My pronouns are She/Her. I'm just trying to make people feel comfortable in front of a camera. I use a mix of poses and prompts to create natural movement and emotion.

Kelsey was so great to work with for our wedding! Firstly - our pictures are *beautiful*. We had a glorious autumn day and Kelsey captured it incredibly! She captured special details, guest candids, and a set of lovely portraits of our bridal parties. She was easy to communicate with from start to finish, very clear, and was even game when we let her know we were traveling to our reception venue via boat. Highly recommend!
Meg O., 20 days ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Essex, CT

HOME STATES: California & Massachusetts | Hey, I'm Justina! in the dead of winter I'll be that person walking around with my iced coffee in one hand and airpods blasting underground hiphop or melodic punk all while thrifting for vintage treasures at your local savers. you'll also find me at creative meetups in boston, playing apex legends or catching up on reality when I'm able to find free time.

Awarded Best of Zola
Having worked with Justina before, we were always impressed by her cool, calm, and thorough communication style. Her unique and creative approach to photography perfectly captured the theme and feel of our wedding. Justina was running around during the reception, elusively getting the best candid and detail shots. Her attention to detail was amazing from making sure we got every family photo we had discussed to capturing every special moment at the reception. We were grateful for the time she took to walk through all the details and timeline with us leading up to the big day - it really helped everything run smoothly. Justina's great spirit and ability to make us feel at ease throughout the process resulted in photos that we'll cherish forever. We highly recommend Justina to any couple looking for a talented and professional wedding photographer for not only your wedding, but engagement photos as well!
Ryan & E., 2 months ago
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Kimberly Nguyen Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,398
  • Serves Essex, CT

Welcome! I am a daughter of Vietnamese immigrants who chose to move to Connecticut, where I have lived for most of my life. I love the change of seasons in this part of the country and all the rich backdrops it brings for imagery (and mental health walks and runs). My cultural heritage is the foundation for my photographic passion. My camera allows me to work where I know I work best, behind-the-scenes, front row at some of the most profound moments in people's lives. In a pinch though, I'll be there carrying the train, making sure you don't get your shoes dirty and helping to support you where I can throughout your wedding day!

Awarded Best of Zola
After meeting her for our engagement session, we immediately clicked with her and appreciated her attention to detail, which comes across so perfectly in her shots. She made us as fairly camera shy people comfortable with her (and her camera!). On wedding day, she was organized and executed our plans for multiple family/friend pictures seamlessly. We are so grateful that she captured our special day and can cherish her photos for the rest of our lives!
Ben and A., 6 months ago
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Four Cubs Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

I’m Barry Daley, a photographer and videographer dedicated to capturing the magic of your most unforgettable moments. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in creating timeless, heartfelt visuals that celebrate your unique love story. Your wedding isn’t just another event to me—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, and I’m here to preserve every genuine smile, happy tear, and joyous laugh. My relaxed and personal approach ensures you feel comfortable, so the moments I capture are as authentic as your love. Let’s create stunning photos and films that you’ll cherish for a lifetime, reliving every beautiful detail of your special day.

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Barry is amazing at capturing real authentic moments on your wedding day. Plus he is funny and a great person to be around.
Blck Heart Media, a year ago
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Simone Plus Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Essex, CT

My name is Shelby Simone and I hope to get to know you as we come together for your family's big moments. I am a mom of 3 based in Rhode Island. I photograph weddings and family sessions throughout New England but travel nationally and internationally. I love what photography provides - memories. Photos help you remember the moment you said, "I do", those tiny newborn feet, and how much your child loved their first visit to the beach. I would be thrilled to help you and your growing family capture those moments that you will remember forever!

Awarded Best of Zola
Shelby has been with our family since 2019 when she shot our engagement photos. Since then she has become one of our favorite people! From our wedding, to maternity photos, newborn session and our yearly family photos, Shelby is amazing. She’s so fun to work with and always makes our sessions fun and easy! I am so thankful to have met Shelby and can’t wait to use her for years to come.
Amanda L., 8 months ago
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Wedding Photography by George 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Essex, CT

My name is George. I am a Wedding, Event and Portrait photographer based in Connecticut. I began my photography journey at the age of 17. In 2009 I went to the Fashion Institute of Technology (Manhattan, NY) and graduated in Fashion Photography class. My desire as an artist is to create natural pictures that are full of life and express beauty. With my European heritage and unique style, I create your every need differently and diligently, capturing all the emotions and unique details of your photography requests.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are beyond thrilled with our experience with George, and cannot recommend him enough! From the very first interaction, George was incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive to our vision for the wedding day. It was clear right away that he was not only passionate about his craft but also genuinely cared about making our day as special as possible. The photos he took are absolutely stunning! George has an incredible talent for capturing the most beautiful, candid, and emotional moments—often without us even realizing. We are amazed at how he was able to preserve all the little details and big moments, from the quiet, intimate glances to the burst of laughter on the dance floor. Every picture tells a story, and we now have a treasure trove of unforgettable memories to cherish forever at an extremely competitive price. What truly stood out to us, though, was how George went above and beyond. He not only captured every essential moment but also made sure we felt comfortable, relaxed, and at ease throughout the entire day. Their positive attitude and seamless coordination with our wedding planner, vendors, and guests ensured everything flowed smoothly. He was there for every special moment, often anticipating the perfect shot before we even realized it was happening. On top of his talent and professionalism, George is just an amazing human being. He is kind, thoughtful, and respectful. We are so grateful for the beautiful work he did and for the lasting memories he’s given us. If you are looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly talented but also dedicated, thoughtful, and an all-around great person, look no further than Photography by George V. Thank you so much for everything—you truly made our wedding day unforgettable!
Jennifer, 5 days ago
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Photo Phrame Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Essex, CT

Our Journey started as a Father and Son duo since 2000; We provided fun, magical, chic, and stylistic destination and local Wedding Photography for couples that just wanted to enjoy their day. Period. Now in 2024 and beyond, we have expanded our expertise and added A-Team members to bring you the very best Photo 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. What is that you ask? Simply put. We want to let you be you… and help to bring out the very best of who you are in Camera.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tom was an amazing photographer! He was so great with communicating with us and took amazing photos!
Kelley T., 4 months ago
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Kelsey Sheehan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Essex, CT
  • Offer

Kelsey Sheehan Photography was founded in 2019. I made the jump into being a professional photographer to follow my heart and work in a career path that I love! When I am not working you can find me baking with country or 90s/00s R&B blasting, sitting by the fire with my neighbors, doing yoga, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, or hiking with my family. Okay, and maybe binge watching Schitt's Creek, Gilmore Girls, or Grey's Anatomy for the hundredth time.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey was wonderful to work with for an engagement photo session. She had great recommendations and was flexible when our original date had forecast for rain. She was very professional and easy to communicate with. 1000/10 would recommend working with Kelsey to anyone.
Morgan K., 7 months ago
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Bryan Sargent Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Essex, CT

Bryan Sargent is an award-winning wedding and engagement photographer from New York City. To Bryan, nothing compares to the privilege and fun of capturing the cherished memories of a couple on their wedding day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Bryan was amazing from start to finish. It was great to 'warm up' and get to know each other during the engagement photos which made us all the more comfortable on our wedding day. To say we are obsessed with the photos is an understatement. Our guests are also in awe as we continue to share them. Bryan's style captured our vision perfectly. From the NYC streets outside our apartment to Central Park and through the subway to our venue. We couldn't be more pleased and highly recommend Bryan!
Sutton B., 3 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Essex, CT

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Essex, CT?

A Essex, CT wedding photographer ranges from $135 to $10,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

95% of photographers in Essex, CT offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Essex, CT?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Eivan's Photo & Video, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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