The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Laporte, PA

The Best Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Laporte, PA

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Jessica Manns Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Laporte, PA

Hey! I'm Jess, the owner of the company that's named after me - shocking, right? I'm from the suburbs of Philly but now live up in the mountains of Northeast PA in Montrose, right on the border of Central NY. I'm married to a woodworker (who HAD to be the inspiration behind Ron Swanson because they're the same human), we live on 25 acres with three huge dogs (2 Golden Retrievers and one Great Pyrenees) and three ducks - and I'm constantly begging for more animals. I'm outgoing, sarcastic & humorous, and I love organization/cleaning, sushi, reading, The Office, and traveling everywhere I can.

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There aren’t enough stars for Jess! She absolutely CRUSHED our elopement photos!! From the moment I reached out to her I felt like I’d known her for years! The personal relationship she develops with you and her attention to detail and making sure your wants are not only met, but exceeded are mind blowing! Beyond happy we chose her for our special day!
Madelyn, 6 months ago
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Becca Elizabeth Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Laporte, PA

Your engagement and wedding images should exemplify who you are as a couple by being both playful and romantic. Creating an atmosphere that allows you to feel comfortable and beautiful while enjoying each moment is so important. These are more than just images, these are moments. Worried about posing or how you will look in the photo? Not to worry I will notice the awkward details and fix it before it becomes a problem. Aside from taking posed photos, I pay extra attention to candid shots, as well as the emotions from your special day! I want to be your biggest fan the day of your wedding.

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Becca Elizabeth Photography helped me out in more ways than I can think of. She was my assistant in a wedding I was working on. The family was HUGE, the list of photos wanted by the bride was LONG and time was SHORT. Becca kept everything organized and made sure that I was able to get all the shots that the bride and groom wanted. I would recommend her to anyone; not only was she helpful but she was also very fun, easy to talk to and made the bride and groom at ease. Don't just walk RUN to make sure Becca is available for your special day!
Sara, 2 years ago
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Zak Zavada Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Laporte, PA

Zak Zavada is a fine art photographer based in Scranton, Pennsylvania. His rich editorial style combines a natural, photojournalistic approach with an artistic attention to detail, lighting, and composition. Whether in Manhattan or Scranton, the canals of Venice, or the lakes of the Poconos, Zak's keen eye for capturing a celebration inspires awe and tugs at the heartstrings

10/10 would recommend to anyone. Zak and his team did a phenomenal job! My husband and I cannot be more happy with how all of our photos turned out for the wedding and engagement session! very pleasant and easy to work with. also very dependable and did everything we asked and then more! we would definitely use zak and his team again in the future.
Nicole H., 2 years ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Laporte, PA

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 3 months ago
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Lindsay Eileen Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Laporte, PA

LOVE matters here. YOU matter here. If you’ve been searching for the dream team to capture not just the beautiful details of your day but to become your new wedding BFF’s, the magic begins with us! Our couples will tell you that by the time their big day finally arrives, we feel a lot more like friends than vendors. Your wedding is a intimate portrayal of all you are as a couple, and we are 100% here to take this journey with you! Let’s get ready to CELEBRATE!

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsay and Nathan are an incredible team. From booking them two years ago, doing our engagement session, and now having gotten sneak peaks back from our wedding that was just 2 days ago, I’m completely blown away by how incredible they have been! Lindsay is a complete pro. Group photos flew by because she was so great at directing and wrangling everyone. I had multiple people comment on how she was EVERYWHERE non-stop at our wedding, doing an amazing job the whole time! I just know she got every picture I wanted and more, and with how gorgeous our sneak peaks turned out I know I’ll absolutely love them! She and Nathan were so on top of everything, and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. Not only that, she truly went above and beyond helping to safety pin a rip in my dress. The day was a whirlwind but Lindsay and Nathan made it so easy! I would hire them a million times over!
Cathleen K., 7 months ago
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Meghan Elizabeth Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Laporte, PA

I believe you should be present on your wedding day, not rushing through a timeline just to check boxes. That's why our goal is to provide our couples with a photography experience that allows you to be fully present so that you can truly have the time of your life celebrating with your people, laugh your way through pictures, and dance the night away with your best friends. In the end, your wedding images should be a direct reflection of the memories you made, not moments that were forced.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend Meghan enough. We've just gotten our sneak peeks and I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for our full gallery! Our photos are stunning, and she went above and beyond just photos. When I didn't know where to turn in some planning aspects, I asked if she had any advice and she always came through. She was so chill throughout everything. She knows weddings like the back of her hand. I never felt like we were on our own. She kept me cool and calm when some family members sparked some frustration. She kept us on track with our requested shot list but also gave us room to explore different poses and different locations at the venue. She was also great at giving my husband (!) and me directions on how to pose (we're quite awkward in front of the camera) and managed to make us look like complete naturals! She also brought along her amazing team so we got so many pictures and amazing candid moments. Just a few of the sneak peeks have already made me tear up. Our day was amazing and I couldn't have asked for anyone better to document it all. By the end of it all, Meghan felt more like a friend than just our photographer. THANK YOU MEGHAN!! YOU QUEEN!!
Meg C., 2 months ago
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Bright Light Studios 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Laporte, PA

Bright Light Studios is your leading wedding photo & video company! We offer many packages to fit your needs, or we can customize a package just for you. We offer a unique take on a photo-journalistic style of photography with a creative twist. Since we come from a graphic design background we could literally make anything in your imagination come true! Our packages vary from budget range into the premium range in order to give all of our clients a wide range of options, or if our pre-made packages don't fit what you are looking for we can also create custom packages built to fit within your budget! We never say no to our clients!

We are absolutely thrilled with our wedding video and photos! Peter and Gerardo were amazing—they made the entire experience fun and enjoyable for everyone. Their energy was infectious, and all our guests loved them! Sameh did our engagement photos, and they were nothing short of amazing. He made us feel comfortable and relaxed, capturing unforgettable moments. The photo turnaround was impressively quick, and we were delighted to be surprised with video teasers that kept the excitement going! Sameh also helped us with our day-of timeline, ensuring everything flowed smoothly. From start to finish, the team was incredibly accommodating and communicated brilliantly. They listened to our vision and captured every moment beautifully. The final product exceeded our expectations and perfectly encapsulated our special day. Thank you all for your hard work! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend BLS to anyone looking for a talented and professional photographer and videographer!
Lamis A., 3 months ago
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Melissa Vergo Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Laporte, PA

My photography style focuses on using natural light to capture dreamy portraits of you and your future spouse. I will be there with you every step of the way, to help you plan your dream wedding and ensure your favorite moments are captured beautifully!

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From the moment we first reached out to Melissa Vergo Photography, we were impressed by her responsive, easy, and helpful communication style! Melissa quickly put us at ease and automatically made us, our family, and friends feel comfortable throughout the entire day. The quality of her work is simply beautiful, timeless, and authentic - we can't imagine our special day without Melissa and her photos! Melissa's passion for her craft is evident in the stunning photos she delivered, and we're so grateful for her talent and expertise. We highly recommend Melissa Vergo Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Alexandra K., 6 days ago
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https://www.lightmasterstudios.com/ 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,799
  • Serves Laporte, PA

LightMaster Studios specializes in wedding photography and is based in Hawley, Pennsylvania. Shawn Stewart, the organization's primary photographer, launched the company in 2009 with a genuine enthusiasm for his work. Couples in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and elsewhere can work with this company. LightMaster Studios takes a one-on-one approach with each client. Shawn meets with customers for consultations in order to learn more about their personalities and love stories. They provide excellent customer service and make you feel at ease in front of the camera.

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I would highly recommend Lightmaster Studios for any photography needs. Shawn photographed our engagement session as well as our wedding ceremony and reception. He was very personable and made us feel comfortable. He was also very professional and listened to what we wanted in our photos. Scheduling was simple, Carrie was very friendly in her commutations and responded quickly to any questions we had along the way. We love how all our photos and video came out in the end and enjoyed sharing them with family and friends. Overall wonderful experience!
Amanda Y., 2 years ago
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Yan Schwartzman Photography & Cinematography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Laporte, PA

A company founded on loyalty, integrity and passion for the art of the image, Yan Schwartzman photography is anything but your average wedding studio. Creativity along with quality is a number one priority when handing over images to our clients. As a former musician with a passion for creativity, I understand the necessity for every image to be carefully crafted and uniquely composed. With 10+ years of photography under my belt, I have built a reputation for providing my clients with unique, creative and candid images full of heart while maintaining professionalism is also at my utmost priority.

Yan Schwartzman Photography & Cinematography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. Yan's communication was fast, clear, and precise, and he was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. The quality of his work was excellent, with a quick turnaround time, and he went the extra mile to ensure every moment was perfectly captured. Yan makes you feel so comfortable from the first time you meet him, which is really helpful for people who aren't used to being in front of a camera. Yan finds inspiration in the smallest details, capturing things we wouldn't have ever thought of. I couldn't imagine a better photographer for our special day!
Allie A., a month ago
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Gangi Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Laporte, PA

We're a husband and wife team who love working together in pursuing our dreams while inspiring each other. We love capturing a combination of artistic and authentic moments that tells everyone's individual story. We pre-visualize from different perspectives, get inspiration from not the most obvious sources and view the world differently, especially photography. When we aren't behind our cameras, you can catch us binging one of our favorite shows, trying out a new local restaurant, or hanging out with our two cats Elmore & Albert.

Literally, look no further. The Gangis are professional, fun, organized and extremely talented. We are thrilled with our photos and can't recommend them enough!
Lauren + S., 3 years ago
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Lytle Photography Company 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Laporte, PA

We're Jeannie and Jesse Lytle, a Pennsylvania based husband + wife photography team for laid-back, joy-filled couples! When we’re not behind the camera you can find us in our kitchen whipping up something delicious, doing renovations on our 93 year old home, or planning our next trip. No matter where we are, I can promise that you’ll find a cup of coffee in our hands and our music, (typically a weird mix between Eminem, John Mayer + Journey), turned all the way up.

There are no words to describe how incredible Jeannie and Jesse are. First, they are the nicest and kindest people. I have truly loved all pictures captured by Jeannie and Jesse. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day, they were incredibly helpful and responsive. Not to mention, Jeannie is a superwoman and sent us sneak peeks from our wedding day before we went to sleep the day of our wedding AND had a mini gallery a week after the wedding AND sent us the full gallery 3 weeks after the wedding. They are truly in love with what they do and it’s evident in their incredible work. We are so thankful we booked them and had them capture our most special day.
Emily F., a year ago
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Madison Wilson Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees
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Hi! My name is Madison, but you can call me Maddi. Raised in Maryland, I've lived in Colorado, South Dakota, and Germany. I now live in Philly with my husband and our two dogs. After so many moves, Philly really is the place that feels like home. I've always had a love for photography and I feel privileged to bring my passion to life. I want my photos to capture the genuine feeling of the moment and to reflect you and your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Madison Wilson Photography was a fantastic photographer for our wedding. She was very responsive and thorough in her communication with us leading up to the big day, answering all of our questions in detail. On the wedding day itself, Madison was fast and efficient at taking photos, while still making sure to capture all the special moments. She gave clear directions for posing and navigating the family dynamics and crowds with ease. The photos Madison delivered were beautiful - bright, crisp images that perfectly captured the joy and love of our special day. She was able to edit and deliver the final wedding photos very quickly. Overall, we were extremely happy with Madison's photography services and would highly recommend her to other couples looking for a talented, professional wedding photographer who can beautifully document your memories while also being great to work with.
Kyra B., 3 months ago
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Taylor Faith Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

Hi! I'm Taylor a Georgia based Wedding photographer, mommy, and cheesecake lover. Obsessed with: Family, Naps, and good books. I’ve been keeping it real since 1997. I started my business when I was just 17 years old. Since then I have turned that small hobby into a full time career photographing beautiful couples love stories. Throughout my 8 years in business, I have been lucky enough to photograph over 200 weddings throughout Georgia and the other southern states.

Taylor did an amazing job photographing our wedding! She was easy to talk to & work with. She really did make the whole process smooth for us (we all know it’s already a crazy day)! We plan to continue to use Taylor for our family photos because well she’s just that good & easy to work with! Our whole family loves her! You won’t regret your choice!
Megan P., 10 months ago
From Georgia With Love 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees
  • Offer

Jack Wylde (they/them) (name in progress) I am an Inclusive Wedding Photographer blends fine art with authentic storytelling, creating images that feel timeless and deeply personal. Inspired by the richness of romantic paintings, I capture love with moody tones, candid moments, and creative angles. From elopements at sunrise to backyard celebrations under the stars, I celebrate all types of unions—LGBTQIA+, non-traditional, eco-friendly, and more. Whether it’s a courthouse ceremony or a handfasting in the woods, I focus on the details and emotions that make your day truly yours. Let’s turn your love story into art.

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From Georgia With Love was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. Their communication style was clear, relaxed, and easy, which put us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was beyond words - they captured every special moment with such care and creativity. They were a calming presence on our wedding day, ever prepared and quick to lend a hand, even helping with hair and makeup in a pinch. Their posing suggestions were amazing and unique. We're so grateful to have had this non-binary, non-intrusive ninja as part of our special day.
Annica J., 3 months ago
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Silvia Gilbert Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

I am a caffeine addict who never sleeps. I love a good thunderstorm and playing Candy Crush for the brain breaks. I adore all kinds of dogs, but I have a special love for German Shepherds. My all-time favorite thing is to sit by the fire with a glass of good cabernet or watch the ocean waves hit the beach. I love to garden and to build things (but I let my husband to finish all my projects LOL). I enjoy good food and will likely refer to a stand up comedy routine at least once in a conversation. I am also a football mom, lacrosse mom and basketball mom. Wife to a very understanding husband and emotional support person for my big puppies.

I've worked with Silvia numerous times as my 2nd shooter. She has been wonderful to work with. Not only does she take beautiful but she also cares deeply about the couples we've worked with. Her communication is amazing and always bring fresh ideas! I love working with Silvia!
Danielle L., 3 months ago
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A.R. Clark Media 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

Hello! My name is A.R. Clark. I am a photographer and videographer from Bangor, Maine. I love the joy that comes with capturing these magnificent days, and I aim to show everything about your wedding in gorgeous tones and lighting. My style is best described as vintage with influences from old hollywood. I have worked every type of wedding and I love to travel!

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It was very important to me to have a wedding with a vintage look, and A.R. knew exactly what we wanted. He shot our wedding on a mix of digital and film and had tons of advice on how to style the lighting so that we could have a classic look. He was really polite and super easy going.
Sophie N., a year ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration.

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Christin Sofka Photography many times. Her talent, attention to detail, care for the client are just some of the many qualities that make her a preferred photographer to our clients. She is organized, timely, and truly walks along side you each step of the way for your big day. Not to mention, amazingly talented at her art. We highly recommend hiring Christin to capture your big day!
Wild Magnolia Events, 9 months ago
Jay Dee Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

A Charleston Wedding Photographer with a fierce love for storytelling, fostering memories and capturing those moments that you will want to treasure forever. I get to tell your story. And, I think that’s pretty cool. I love traveling everywhere and anywhere, talking with my hands, buying plants (and attempting to keep them alive), and spending as much time as I can with my loved ones. I have lived in Boston, Paris, and New York City, and am now lucky enough to call Charleston home, while also still traveling the world for my clients. You can usually find me on my back porch in downtown Charleston, right next to my favorite little park.

tldr: Jessica is amazing and I don’t think you can go wrong with her if this is the style of photos you like I had a lot of difficulty picking a photographer as I’m pretty picky with photos. I knew I wanted something bright and light, with kind of a whimsical or ethereal vibe, but it was really hard finding the style until I came across the “fine art” style. Jessica’s name came up while researching this style and I decided to reach out to her among a few other fine art photographers. I definitely hoped talks would go well with Jessica as the others I contacted ended up either not responding or were wildly out of my budget. Pre-Planning: Jessica was wonderful throughout this process. She promptly responded to my emails and answered questions clearly. I never felt like I was left in the dark for any part of the process. When I sent her the timeline of the ceremony/reception, she quickly came up with a timeline to slot in all the photos to be taken ahead of time at the location (We had access to the venue for a little over an hour prior to the ceremony). She also asked for a list of family photos that we wanted to take. This made it very easy at the wedding as she could call out people’s name to make sure everyone that was supposed to be in the pictures, were in the pictures. Jessica also sent over a list of ideas for detail shots and explained she could do this ahead of time. We didn’t want extra pictures of these and decided against it, however, I still thought it was very thoughtful of her to offer. Wedding Day: I loved her energy at the wedding. She was very calm and felt very competent. She directed my husband and I throughout the pictures, showing us poses etc. During family and wedding party photos, even though we had many bodies to fit in the frame in quite a few pictures, she led us through them with ease and the entire experience was very stress free (or as stress free as can be at a wedding lol). The venue was quite dim at specific locations, but the final results did not reflect that at all. The pictures were bright and did not look like they were taken in the dark at all. (This is a little off topic but I loved the little apron with pockets she wore for her equipment. So cute) I’m not sure when Jessica had the time, but there were pictures around the venue which were so beautiful. I definitely feel like the day was captured through the pictures. Post Wedding: Jessica sent us a sneak peak 2 days after the wedding containing 23 pictures. They turned out great and were beautiful. You can see examples on her website so I won’t elaborate, but they really are that good. The full gallery was sent almost a month after the wedding (minus 2 days) with instructions on purchasing prints or an album attached. The full download contained 650ish files, including the sneak peek pictures. Half of which were black and white, so this matched up pretty perfectly with Jessica’s estimation of the amount of photos when we spoke in the pre-planning stage.
Aster L., a month ago
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Sevi Kontokanis Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

I’m a fun and easygoing photographer who values genuine connection and adventure. I love chatting and spending time with my couples in order to foster a comfortable environment ideal for capturing raw, authentic emotions. I strive to create unique experiences for my couples that help better tell your unique love story through a combination of digital and analog film formats.

Sevi was such a treat to work with! She shot our wedding and engagement pictures and was perfectly professional and friendly the whole way through! Sevi had so many fun posing prompts for us and was so helpful leading up to and the day of the wedding. Her editing style was gorgeous and consistent—we received hundreds of photos we will cherish for the rest of our lives!
Julia, 5 days ago
Til Death Media 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

I am passionate about capturing each couples unique story and their one-of-a-kind love. We are a husband and wife team plus our best man! When Jeremiah and I got engaged and started planning our wedding, the search for a photographer & videographer was a grueling tasks. I kept saying, “If ONLY Jeremiah & En could capture our wedding,” but that was totally unfeasible be as one is the groom & the other the best man. Then the light bulb went off & Til Death Media was born!

I will forever recommend Till Death Media! Kira helped me out of a bind when my photographer backed out less than 2 weeks before my wedding. Even though TDM wasn't able to photograph my wedding on such short notice, Kira spent hours searching for and interviewing local photographers on our behalf, eventually finding someone who was both a perfect match and well within our budget. Kira helped us edit and finalize our itinerary, organize which photographs we wanted taken, and even helped us pinpoint exactly what kind of editing style we wanted done - all things that I should've had sorted out with my previous photographer, but I was unaware of due to poor communication. When she stepped in, I felt like a huge weight had been lifted from my shoulders and I don't think I could've been happier with our wedding or our photographer. :) I 100% recommend Kira and TDM!
Ashlan, 3 years ago
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Stellar Studios 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Laporte, PA for additional fees

I am a fine art photographer living in the United States. I am currently based in Florida and have a studio in Tampa, FL. I was born in Cuba but moved to Orlando with my large family in '97. I started my photography in 2015 but have been involved with being on both sides of the lens and learning photography since 2011. Photography remains my #1 passion and I am looking forward to all adventures that come with it. Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions

I was fortunate enough to have Isabel photograph our wedding, and work with her in prior years. Stellar Studios brings stunning visuals, unique creative direction, professionalism, and efficiency to every shoot. And Isabel is the kindest soul.
Sarah L., 5 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Laporte, PA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Laporte, PA?

A Laporte, PA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $7,500 and averages at $2,700. 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?

96% of photographers in Laporte, PA 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 Laporte, PA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Ryheem Williams Photography, SweetEmms Photography 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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