The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in South Wales, NY

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in South Wales, NY

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270 Wedding Photographers in South Wales, NY

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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Wales, NY



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 partner and I hired Sean for our engagement photos and we were extremely impressed! He was super helpful in helping us pose and very skilled in the ways he used lighting to capture our best features. He captured really genuine moments with such skill. He also made sure the job was well done and he got all the photos that we could have wanted. We had a blast working with him! The photos are stunning and I genuinely can’t stop looking at them! My partner and I tend to feel awkward getting our picture taken but Sean created such a comfortable space for us. We would highly recommend booking Sean.
Sydney and J., 8 months ago
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BGF Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves South Wales, NY

Hello there! My name is Billy. Thank you for stopping by! My style of work is candid photojournalistic and I aim to capture you as you are on your wedding day. I am based in Buffalo and photograph in the Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Finger Lakes areas. Your wedding day will be filled with wonderful fleeting moments with your loved ones. Let's create memories together that will last a lifetime. Every wedding is different and I will tailor our services to meet your specific needs.

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Billy is a true professional and we cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible work he did at our wedding. Billy's passion for photography is evident, and his ability to make us feel comfortable in front of the camera was truly a gift. He used his art and photography skills to capture every special moment throughout our wedding. Billy perfectly captured the joy, love, and emotion of our special day. Every image brought back a flood of happy memories, reminding us of the love and joy we shared on that special day. Billy not only captured our wedding day, but also created lasting memories that we will treasure for a lifetime. We highly recommend Billy to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photographer.
Charity C., 7 months ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Wales, NY

Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved Joe & Ashley!!! They did both our engagement and wedding photos/videography. I truly cannot say enough good things about them. We never felt awkward with them, they directed us and our bridal party effortlessly. They were SO fun and friendly. They made our day flow smoothly and effortlessly. Not once did I worry about timelines or getting all of our shots completed. We received numerous compliments throughout the night about how great they were. They are honestly amazing at what they do and I highly recommend them. The photos we have received thus far are beautiful. If you want someone who’s personable and that will absolutely nail your photos that you’ll cherish forever, these are your people!!
Catherine B., 2 months ago
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Traci Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Wales, NY
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Hello! Thank you for your interest. Photography, for me, is about more than just images; it's about capturing emotions, connections, and the little details that make your day unique. I blend documentary photojournalism with fine art portraiture, and I capture your wedding in a joyful and romantic way meant to stand the test of time. Most of all, I'm here to help tell your story and have a whole lot of fun while doing it. My style is timeless. Photos that steer clear of editing trends- true to color images that authentically capture your wedding colors and skin tones. Your photos should be as beautiful in ten years as they are today.

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Traci took some very good photos for me and my husband’s wedding.
Evelina, a year ago
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Jaimie Ellis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves South Wales, NY

I’m not just your wedding photographer. I’m here to make your life easier. You have one job on your wedding day - to soak in all the love and emotions & to celebrate it all with your family and friends. It should be the BEST. DAY. EVER. When you book with me I become your wedding guru and new BFF 😉 I work hand in hand with you to figure out every detail of your wedding day timeline so your day is easy-peasy and you have stunning photos to remember it by. 

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Jaimie made my husband and I so comfortable from the very first email we received. She took the time to understand our lifestyle and she perfectly interpreted that into our style for our engagement shoot and wedding day. We were so comfortable during photos and they came out AMAZING! She was so welcoming and patient to our dog, Buddy which was a huge plus as we included him in our engagement photos. On the day of the wedding Jaimie provided so much assistance in the timeline of the day which was so appreciated! It was like having a photographer, a wedding planner and a great friend all in one. We are so impressed and in love with all of our photos!
Morgan & A., 3 years ago
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Brittany Ford Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves South Wales, NY

I am a New York based wedding photographer, but I am always down to travel and get out of the snow belt. I have been shooting for years but as of the last few, I decided to make this wonderful hobby a full time career.

Brittany Ford Photography, LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, Brittany provided clear and timely responses to all of our questions, putting our minds at ease during the wedding planning process. On the day of our wedding, Brittany's calm and professional demeanor helped our wedding day flow seamlessly, and her breathtaking, candid photos perfectly captured all the special moments that were so meaningful to us. Brittany went above and beyond to ensure we had fun and felt comfortable in front of the camera, resulting in photos that we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend Brittany Ford Photography highly enough to any couples looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Ashley A., 5 months ago
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Lindsay DeDario Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves South Wales, NY

I'm a storytelling photographer specializing in photojournalism inspired weddings. I'm an actual photojournalist too! My work has been viewed internationally in publications such as National Geographic, Time, Rolling Stone, People, Reuters, New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, Newsweek, Aljazeera, NBC, CBS, CNN, BBC, MSNBC, CBC, Reddit, Buzzfeed, The Guardian, The Atlantic, Esquire, and more. When I'm not taking photos you may find me mountaineering, playing an accordion or piano, tending to my tiny house and tiny garden or riding my bike here, there, and ev'ry where. Also, I'm afraid of gum.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough great things about Lindsay as our wedding photographer. She has such a talent for capturing emotion and truly telling the story of your wedding day through her photos. So many of her photos bring me right back to how I was feeling in those moments. She shoots a perfect blend of traditional portraits and the candid "in-between" memories. She captures details and moments that you never even realized she was there to catch. During the formal portraits she does a great job helping you feel comfortable and giving posing directions. However, I truly think she stands apart because of her ability to capture “real” moments and be discreet during parts of the day where she isn't explicitly giving direction, while still getting every aspect you could want (e.g. during the ceremony, dance floor, etc.). She has some angles of our ceremony that I still don’t know how she was able to capture them, we didn’t even notice she was right there! Her work truly speaks for itself. I am so very grateful that we chose her to photograph our wedding and that we have continued to work with her in the years since our wedding for our maternity, newborn and family photos. Lindsay has truly become a friend in the process of being our wedding photographer. I recommend her to all of my friends who are planning their weddings and I look forward to working with her in the future.
Mindy M., 5 years ago
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Moonshine Studio of Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves South Wales, NY

Weddings, births, celebrations—the priceless moments that make up a life. At Moonshine we’re love-obsessed. We live to photograph all that matters to you with a vision that’s creative, unique and personal; as special as the time you share with your loved ones, forever captured to keep & share always.

Megan was the first photographer that we sat down with to discuss our wedding photography and after that first meeting, we felt zero need to speak with anyone else because we loved her so much. She and her sister photographed our wedding and did a phenomenal job. We received hundreds of photos within 3 weeks of our wedding and we couldn't be happier with them. We can't wait to see them all once they are done being edited. They were a dream to work with and I am so happy we went with Moonshine!
Andrea S., 8 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves South Wales, NY

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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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., 5 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Wales, NY
  • Offer

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am SO HAPPY that we hired Ali for our wedding! She was so kind and easygoing while also totally in command and on top of every request we had photography wise. Her years of wedding coordination and event experience were truly evident throughout every step of the day. Not only was she totally on top of keeping us on our timeline and capturing all of the special moments, but she even went into super hero mode and on the spot sewed one of my bridesmaids dresses in the bathroom right before the ceremony without showing an ounce of stress. We already received our preview photos and are truly blown away by how she captured our love & our special day. Her attention to detail, calming presence, and creative approach are truly invaluable and we will be recommending her to everyone we know for years to come!
Leila D., 6 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Wales, NY

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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Ledd Lens LLC was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From our first meeting, Ledd was clear, consistent, and approachable in his communication. He took time to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day, Ledd and his team were engaging and patient, skillfully capturing all of the special moments while keeping things light and fun. The end result is a beautiful, detailed, and creative set of photos that we will treasure forever. Ledd delivered excellent quality and value. We highly recommend Ledd Lens LLC for wedding photography - they truly contributed to making our day special!
Jia Y., 8 months ago
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Juliette Zyg Picture Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves South Wales, NY

Hello there!! I'm Juliette, and I've been wedding photographer and videographer for around seven years. I specialize in nostalgic and cinematic photo and video, and mix in-the-moment candids with editorial portraits (usually with flash photos!) Whether you’re having a wild wedding weekend, a thoughtful woodsy elopement or an elegant celebration at an estate, I'm here for it.

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From our very first call, I just knew Juliette was our photographer! She’s so down-to-earth and kind, and she immediately made us feel so comfortable—like we were working with an old friend. She’s insanely talented (seriously, her work speaks for itself), but it’s her warmth and energy that make her truly special. The second she and her husband showed up for our wedding weekend, we knew we made the right choice. They’re just such genuinely kind people, and everyone in our family and wedding party were impressed and loved them immediately (without even seeing a photo). Juliette wasn’t just our photographer—she became such an important part of the day. I honestly can’t imagine our wedding without them. To give you an idea of just how incredible Juliette is: my sister got engaged a month after our wedding hired Juliette immediately. My mom literally said, “We already love Juliette, why would you even look for anyone else?”. If that doesn’t say it all, I don’t know what does. We weren’t looking for a full wedding video, just something simple to capture our vows and speeches. Juliette put together a custom package that fit exactly what we wanted, and she still managed to go above and beyond. She just gets it, and somehow manages to exceed every expectation. What really sets Juliette apart is that she goes beyond simple wedding photography—she tells a story with her work. Sure, you can hire someone for 2-3k, but you will not get the high-quality, gorgeous, editorial photos that Juliette delivers (sorry!!!!). Her photos are next-level—every single shot feels thoughtful, stunning, and so full of life. Juliette is worth every single penny and then some. I cannot recommend her enough—she is such a gem, and I am honored that she captured my wedding.
Madalyn R., 3 months ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves South Wales, NY

Rivelle Media is a photography and videography company based in New York. Every couple, with their distinctive love story, transforms into a canvas where we paint with the play of light and shadow. It extends beyond the grandeur of photographing pivotal moments like vows, rings, and the first dance; it encompasses the art of capturing nuanced glances, shared laughter, and the silent connection that elevates an ordinary day into an extraordinary celebration of love. Published in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler.

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I’m so happy we found Xenia, she has amazing energy and she and her team are great professionals. I can’t be happier with my pictures and video! Thank you guys!!
Katherine and B., 2 years ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Wales, NY
  • Offer

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to. Let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

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There is no one else on this EARTH that I would’ve wanted to take our wedding photos. Heather and her team are some of the sweetest people I’ve ever met. She made me feel so confident! Heather took our engagement photos, my boudoir photos, and our wedding photos. I’m so grateful for her and her whole team. I’ve known Heather for years and she’s the most amazing person. She’s so genuine and caring. She loves all kinds of love. I highly recommend her!! She’ll do an amazing job of capturing the memories you’ll want to cherish forever.
Hannah B., 4 months ago
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Nicole Lagoe Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Wales, NY

Hey- I'm Nicole. When I'm not working with the raddest couples I'm typically brewery hopping with my wife, or home spending time with my three dogs. I live for SU basketball, and love just about any other Syracuse sports team (Crunch, Mets - count me in). I have been photographing weddings for over ten years, and in that time have had the opportunity to travel around the world and meet tons of new friends.

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Nicole is amazing and her photos are incredible! She was such a pleasure to work with and so pleasant to communicate with during the planning process leading up to our wedding. She was always quick to respond and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. We are absolutely in love with our album!
Alison, a year ago
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Talula's Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves South Wales, NY

I'm Tara, A.K.A Talula & I believe "Photos are memories that are frozen in time." I have been taking photographs for as long as I can remember... whether it was on my old Polaroid camera, my CoolPix camera, or my flip phones - I took photos of everything & everyone around me. When I saved up for my first real camera, I was about 19 years old and I have yet to slow down! I am married to my best friend who I've known for about 12/13 years, I'm also a social worker by day, I love dogs...goats.. and giraffes, I am an only child, I enjoy crafting with my Cricut, and I enjoy spending quality time with the people I love.

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Katy and I found her through The Knot and really loved the work she was putting up on her profile. We booked her ASAP, and from the start, Tara was nothing but professional, punctual, and just lovely to work with.
Katy & B., a year ago
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Four Cubs Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves South Wales, NY
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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 an amazing photographer. He is professional, well-experienced, punctual, kind, funny and enthusiastic. He created a stress free environment from beginning to end for me and my guests. He captured every moment of my wedding and the pictures we received were spectacular. Barry Daley Photography is highly recommended. Will definitely be booking for future events.
Safiya W., a year ago
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Kandid Art Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Wales, NY

I’m Artur full-time wedding photographer behind the Kandid Arts. As a wedding photographer with roots in Europe and a heart in the United States, I bring a unique blend of cultural influences and experiences to my craft. Born and raised in Eastern Europe, I developed a passion for photography that has only grown stronger during my last few years in the United States. For the past 6 years, I have dedicated myself to the art of wedding photography, capturing the love and joy of couples on their special day.

Working with Kandid Art was overall a great experience! They showed up on time and made sure we got all the shots we wanted. Though the wedding ran a bit behind, they were flexible. The photos turned out beautiful, and they got creative with the locations given the cold, rainy weather. They even got some funny shots of the kids at the wedding that are some of my favorites! The video was also good, although I don't love that they had to use like stock music for the background (I guess it's because of copyright issues with other songs?). I wish they would have included audio of the vows rather than the cheers of the attendees, so make sure you ask them to do that if you want it! I do love that they provided us with all the raw video footage though, as some of the most special moments didn't make the highlight video. Due to the event running behind, the cost increased a bit (which I was asked about after the wedding) due to the 2 photographers needing to split up to cover the shots. I wish they had asked me or the Wedding Coordinator about that on the day of so we could understand better what was the issue, but it was a minor thing in terms of communication. Overall 8/10 rating and would recommend.
Marissa M., 8 months ago
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Mae Krell Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves South Wales, NY
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Mae, and I live in Brooklyn with my girlfriend, our two dogs Apollo and Bia, her cat Gigi and my lizard, Basil! I’ve always been passionate about capturing moments as authentically and magically as possible, and as i’ve settled more into this career path, I love that i’ve landed in a place where I have the privilege to capture and preserve people’s love stories. Weddings and elopements are so distinctly and uniquely human, and it’s truly the biggest honor to be trusted to document them.

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We had a great experience with Mae! She made us feel so comfortable throughout the whole shoot and made sure we got a bunch of great photos in some gorgeous locations. Post-shoot she put in so much effort editing our photos to make sure they were perfect once they were turned around to us which didn't take long at all. Highly highly recommend Mae for any photoshoot needs you might have!
Claire F., 5 months ago
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Kelsey Travis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves South Wales, NY

Hey there! I’m Kelsey, a wedding, engagement, and couples photographer based out of upstate New York. I live in Sidney, NY with my husband and our five cats (we love all the animals.) When I'm not behind the camera, I love cooking, calligraphy, graphic design, and traveling.

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Kelsey was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! From the very first interaction, Kelsey's warm, friendly and responsive communication style put us at ease. She was quick to respond to all of our questions and made the entire process stress-free. The quality of Kelsey's work is truly incredible - her natural, artistic eye captured us in the most beautiful, natural way, making us feel like our most beautiful selves on our wedding day. We are beyond impressed with the stunning photos she delivered, and would shout from the rooftops about how awesome Kelsey is! We highly recommend Kelsey Travis Photography to any couple looking for an amazing wedding photographer.
Becca & J., 2 months ago
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Taj Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Wales, NY

As a working photographer, I have the wonderful opportunity to capture people, places and things at their best. I am blessed with the opportunity to be a part of special milestones in people’s lives – engagements, weddings, anniversaries, graduating seniors, and family portraits. Photography is a wonderful way for me to capture these key moments.

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Andre from Taj Photography was very communicative and responded quickly to all of our questions leading up to the wedding. There are not enough words to describe the quality of his work - he is a true master at photography. He captured all the special moments at the right times, and was able to come up with great poses and angles to take the perfect shots. From start to end, Andre was amazing and a pleasure to work with. He knew exactly the vibe we were looking for and he delivered 1000%.
Vlanca F., 4 months ago

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About wedding photographers in South Wales, NY

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in South Wales, NY?

A South Wales, NY wedding photographer ranges from $500 to $20,000 and averages at $2,500. 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 South Wales, NY 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 South Wales, NY?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, 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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