The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Swarthmore, PA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Swarthmore, PA

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Gabriella Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Hey y’all! My name's Gabriella, I love sunshine and I'm a documentary-style wedding & engagement photographer based in Philadelphia. I'm a hopeless romantic and I adore documenting love stories with my camera in a beautiful & compelling way. Basically, I’m a down-to-earth gal from Pennsylvania who got hooked on the travel bug at college in Georgia (go dawgs!!), has a passion for storytelling and absolutely loves love. Running, biking and chasing sunsets are my favorite pastimes. I’m team coffee AND team tea. I dream real big and I’m full of ambition. Oh, and I'm not just you wedding photographer ... I'm your new friend :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Gabriella was the best photographer I worked with! She is so bright and sunshiny she just makes you want to smile in every photo and she will capture so many pure emotions. I hired her for my wedding photos and I am beyond thrilled with the experience and the results. She has vision and creates beautiful photos! My husband is shy and said that at times he forgot he was taking photos, Gabriella made us feel so comfortable and confident and helped us pose when we needed more instruction. Gabriella is also a wonderful communicator, I am from out of town and Gabriella made communication clear and effective. She also goes above and beyond when sending recommendations for vendors and checking in as frequently as a couple needs. 11/10 highly recommend!
Tatiana, 5 months ago
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Andrea Krout Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,400
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Thank you for visiting & CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!!! We are based in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area but travel all over for weddings. Our furthest yet was Vermont! Our bright, colorful & crisp photography style provides our clients with timeless images that will be forever cherished.When I am not working, I enjoy drinking wine, trying new breweries, traveling to the New Jersey shore with my husband, our baby boy born in February 2024 & family, watching Harry Potter for the millionth time, & cuddling with our two adopted dogs.

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Where do I start. I was really hesitant to go with a photographer I didn't know, as I was set on someone else for years, but they didn't have my date. But let me say, I am so happy I found Andrea as she exceeded my expectations. The first meeting with Andrea, I had such a peace about having her photograph our special day. She made the entire process so seamless and she was extremely professional and communicative. Our engagement session she made me and my husband feel so comfortable - my husband was nervous as we have never been photographed and he literally said "wow, she made that so easy, I'm so glad we went with her" and I 100% agreed, we knew we made the right decision. The day of our wedding Andrea was running all over to get all the perfect pictures and my sister in law (also a photographer) noted how amazing of a photographer she was just how she went about our wedding day. Pictures are something that you will have for a lifetime - go with Andrea!!!!
Allison, 3 years ago
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The Pros Weddings 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,195
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

We've been honored to work with thousands of happy couples for over 35 years throughout the East Coast! Find the photographer, filmmaker and DJ that will make your wedding special, unique and 100% you with The Pros. We can't wait to make your wedding dreams come true!

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The Pros Weddings was great to work with for our wedding photography. They were very easy going and precise in their communication, always responding quickly to emails and calls with the details we needed. On the wedding day itself, they were extremely professional - they made sure to capture all the special moments within our requested time window and did so very efficiently. The quality of the photos we received afterwards was excellent, with beautiful and creative shots that really told the story of our big day. It's clear the photographers are not only skilled at their craft, but also friendly and passionate about what they do. We'd highly recommend The Pros Weddings to any couple looking for top-notch wedding photography with a personal touch.
Mark and L., 3 months ago
Tara Whited Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Speed date: I love to go thrifting. Schitt’s Creek and HIMYM are two TV shows always on repeat. I really hate cooking. I love brunch and drink way too much coffee. I’m a mom and I’m obsessed with my kid. Words of affirmation & physical touch are my love languages. I have the WORST sense of direction. I try to always do my part to protect our environment. Aries is my zodiac sign. I’m Irish + Greek. I drink coffee like it keeps me alive. Taking a walk is the best way to spend a warm day. Like a true millennial, I have way too many houseplants. Greece, Ireland and Italy are at the top of my travel bucket-list.

The best decision of my entire wedding and maybe life was choosing Tara as my photographer!!! I cannot say enough amazing things about her work, it makes me want to cry thinking about the amazing experience I had with her from start to finish! She is a one of kind person and photographer. She made every dream and vision of mine come to life, from my engagement photo shoot to the day of my wedding I was in the best possible hands. She made my husband and I feel so comfortable and at ease on our wedding day. Our venue gave us a rushed time frame for pictures on site and Tara eased all of our anxiety with her expertise and personality. I will be hiring Tara for every major event in my life from here on out!! I would do it 10000 times over and I'm so happy I get to look back on these incredible pictures and moments that she was able to capture. I wish I could share them all on here so everyone could get the full effect! Not a single picture I don't love.
Cassandra H., a month ago
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Brey Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Hey there! I’m Aubrey, your friendly Delaware County photographer. I’m a classic car loving, Janis Joplin humming twenty-something. I am Mama to two wild boys and wife to a handsome redhead. Photography and the printed image are things that I hold close to my heart, right next to leather jackets, fuzzy dogs, vinyl records, and cheetah print everything. All of this nonsense information about me might not seem important, but trust me, it is. Your photographer should be more than just a somebody who knows their way around a camera— they should be someone you jive with. .

Awarded Best of Zola
Aubrey is amazing! I have worked a styled shoot with her and did the makeup for my good friend who Aubrey was her photographer. Getting to watch how she interacts with her brides to get the perfect shot is amazing and she knows just how to set up shots to make them look organic. Looking at Sarah’s pictures from her wedding just solidified how amazing Aubrey is. I HIGHLY recommend choosing Brey Photo for your special moments in life!
Alyssa, 5 years ago
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Cauanne Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

I am vegan, and I care deeply for social and environmental justice. I love memories, analog media, and romance. I'm Brazilian and now I'm in Philadelphia. I started photography in 2017 when I worked primarily with female portraits. I am transitioning to a new chapter in my life where I moved halfway across the world for love. With that feeling, my desire to do this for others grows.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cauanne is the sweetest vendor we worked with. She treats you like a friend not a client and it makes you feel so special. You can tell she really loves what she does and cares about her work. On the day of our wedding she was amazing, always trying to keep us on the timeline without risking the photos. She gave us access to some photos a few days after the wedding and I already love them, I can’t wait for the rest! She has such a lived in and vintage feel to her photos that I love that so much. We also got super 8 of the day and I can’t wait to see how it turned out!
Karli K., 3 months ago
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Sharyn Louise Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

We only have one life; I believe in making it count, keeping it real, and showing off my terrible dance moves. I love animals, going to shows, eating tacos, cuddling with my children, and traveling. My photography style is raw, real, and authentic. I make it simple for you, keep it light, and focus on the precious candid moments that naturally occur between two people who are madly in love. Years from now, I want you to look at your wedding photographs and have all of those memories come flooding back; the bliss, sentiment, the fun, and laughter!

I mean, the title should say it all, really. Sharyn and her team are absolutely awesome. My husband and I are not the type to get our pictures taken professionally, and naturally, I was kind of nervous. She and Rachel made everything so easy and smoothe. When family portraits came around- it was go time and they knew what they were doing. We're a month after the wedding and everybody is still gawking over the photos-- and they're only the previews! I can't wait to get the rest of them and we can't thank Sharyn and Rachel for taking the best pics and making us feel at ease in front of the camera :)
Brianne S., 7 months ago
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Life Like Ruby's 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

I’m a wedding and family photographer located in Newtown., PA. Like many good things in life, my love of photography took hold when I least expected it. I was living in New York, meeting new friends, and surrounded by some of the most creative and inspiring people I know. I was studying computer animation at the time, but photography was my excuse to take a break and go outside. After a few months, I knew it was what I wanted to pursue!

If you are thinking of hiring Alyssa as your photographer, DO IT! If you’re looking for a photographer who feels like a friend and that will make your day go so smoothly WHILE taking amazing photos of your day, she’s the one. Alyssa made us feel so comfortable from our first phone conference. We had an engagement shoot with her first and she was so flexible with finding a date that worked for us and our pictures came out AMAZING! She was so easy to communicate with and was open to anything we wanted to try. Her energy on the wedding day was so fun and she captured our day beautifully! We are OBSESSED with all of the photos we got from her. She also kept us on time throughout the day and made sure we got all of the shots we needed. Could not have asked for a better photographer. 10000/10
Michelle F., a year ago
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Wide Eyed Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Ashley (she/they), owner of Wide Eyed Studios, is a Philadelphia-based luxury wedding photographer. She specializes in engagement shoots, boudoir, rehearsal dinner coverage, elopement, local and travel weddings, as well as day after portrait sessions. WES offers versatile packages & pricing; reach out and speak with Ashley about your needs.

Ashley is the BEST!! She did my wife and I’s engagement and wedding photographs. They are the best photos we’ve ever had taken of us. Every single photo of us is so raw but perfect and showcases our love in a way I had never seen captured! She also did my parents wedding photos and they are even more amazing(which I didn’t think was possible). I have seen some one off photos over the years kind of capturing the love my parents had (they had been together my entire life and then some aka 38 years before their wedding in 06/24). But every photo Ashley had taken that night managed to capture a glimpse of love that was so fleeting in the captured moments we had! I have no idea how she managed to capture that in every shot but she has a truly magical vision that can do that. It’s the only thing I can come up with! you will never regret booking with Ashley and you deserve to see all the emotions she can capture!
Sammy H., 5 months ago
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Jandi Nelson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA
  • Offer

Hello! I'm Jandi, a spirited photographer dedicated to capturing unforgettable moments with passion and creativity. Photography, for me, is more than just a profession, it's a desire to live in the intense moments. The ability to tell stories through visuals is a power that never ceases to amaze me. My journey into the world of photography began with a fascination to take a photograph and have that moment forever, and since then, it has evolved into a relentless pursuit of preserving that moment.

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Jandi was such a pleasure to work with! Right from our first interaction my husband and I loved her personality and willingness to make our experience all that we wanted it to be! Her frequent communication with us kept everything organized. She helped us pick our engagement shoot spot and assisted us in building our wedding day timeline. All our photos were delivered in a timely manner and were absolutely beautiful. She captured every single detail that we will be able to look back on forever. We now have a forever photographer and great friend!
Danielle & C., 2 years ago
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Photography by Ramy 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

With 12 years experience in wedding photography and being named one of the top 10 wedding photographers in Philadelphia by Wedding rule in 2021. Photography by Ramy artistically documents your wedding so you can relive it for years to come. This artist blends a creative edge with a traditional approach, capturing every detail of your milestone. He hopes that his images help to bring the one-of-a-kind emotions of your day back to life whenever you browse them.

My husband and I chose Ramy Photography for our March 2024 wedding and we could not have had a better experience. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day, to all the communication in between for the delivery of our pictures, Ramy was communicative, pleasant and a professional in his craft. Our entire wedding party and many guests complimented him, to us, about how he was just everywhere a picture needed to be taken and just how pleasant and wonderful he was to deal with all wedding day. He takes pride in his craft and that was important to me. We are so very happy with the moments captured from our day that we’ll be able to look back on forever. Thank you to Ramy and his wonderful team!
Sara M., 2 months ago
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Corrina 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Hi! My name is Corrina and I am an experienced documentary wedding photographer based out of the Philly suburbs. I have photographed hundreds of couples up and down the East Coast. I take a photojournalistic approach to your images so that you can be fully present to live each moment authentically with the people that matter the most to you.

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Corrina was our engagement and wedding photographer. I really do not enjoy having my photo taken. Corrina made our posed engagement photo shoot a breeze and was more than happy to travel to multiple locations. She was fantastic with our 5 year old daughter and made us feel completely comfortable and in our element. As a creative person myself I had a vision and theme of what I wanted our engagement photos to say about us as a couple and family. Corrina not only saw my vision but also added to it. After seeing how amazing our engagement photos turned out we knew we wanted her as our Wedding Photographer. Corrina had posted online that she was looking to shoot a small wedding completely in the photojournalism style. I loved her vision. It was exactly what I didn’t know I wanted for my wedding day. The only problem was our wedding was NOT small lol. Corrina was kind enough to extend the offer to us anyway. It was THE BEST DECISION I’VE MADE! She got it all. We had no posed pictures so we were truly able to immerse ourselves in our wedding day and enjoy every single moment. She captured all the special, tender, emotional, happy, crazy moments. She never missed a beat. She was a fly on the wall and still managed to make me feel like the most important and beautiful person in the room. She connected and vibed with all our guests in the most wonderful way. Again, our pictures completely blew us away! She has an amazing eye behind the camera and her attention to detail when editing created the most stunning way to look back on the best day of our lives. If you are looking for a photographer to classically capture any of your special moments or jump outside of the box and get a little creative Corinna is your girl!!!!
Alicia P., a year ago
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Carrie Kizuka Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

I’m a photographer, mom, wife, snowboarder, roller coaster enthusiast, former math teacher, and former mechanical engineer. I love the process of learning, which led to me earning my Ph.D. (but you don’t have to call me Dr.)! I have an extremely short attention span, am addicted to wearing beanies and headbands, and am fueled by chai tea. I'm socially awkward and I make weird faces when I concentrate to take photos. I dress for comfort and for rolling around on the ground, standing in creeks, and climbing into trees to capture the best angles for my photographs — but I do clean up reasonably well on wedding days!

Awarded Best of Zola
Carrie is the absolute best. I’ve had the pleasure to work with her multiple times and she knocks it out of the park each and every time! Go with Carrie - you will not regret it !
Mike W, a year ago
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Kuras Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

We are passionate wedding photographers serving Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware and the world. We have honor to shoot multiple weddings, engagements sessions, events and portraits. Every year we photo shoot over 100 thousand of pictures, ensuring that your wedding memories are perfectly captured. They are candid, genuine, emotional and timeless. Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions. We will be happy to present you our packages, as well as to create custom package only for you

Awarded Best of Zola
Krys went above and beyond to ensure that we had a plethora of different types of photos to remember our wedding day. He’s very professional and wants only the best for you, he helped adjust our posing and was very creative with backdrops and props. He’s quick to respond, and always made himself available for us, highly recommend!
Luiza M., a year ago
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Studio Starling 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

We’ve all been in front of someone’s iPhone for a photo. You might not think anything of it until you see it later & you don’t look anything like yourself. My mom loves to snap family photos, so I’ve been there. It's terrible for confidence & it's stressful when someone at the party says “let’s take a photo!” I get it. That’s why I do this–for you to see photos of yourself that actually looks right & you see your own lit up smile, you see yourself in that moment and simply how happy you were. I photograph weddings for that freedom & relief that your creativity & mine are working together to craft authentic, artful photographs for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jenn is absolutely incredible! Her work is gorgeous and captures every emotion that you feel during the session; love literally shines through each image! As a photographer myself, I am extremely picky about who I choose to photograph my own events. Jenn is one of the few people I would trust with this job; I have photographed many events with her before so I knew the professionalism and quality of her services when selecting her. After asking Jenn to take our engagement photos, we chose a location that was very special to our relationship. She took care finding the most beautiful areas and lighting. My fiancé is not super comfortable in front of the camera but Jenn quickly put him at ease and was able to suggest poses that felt very natural. Jenn also recently photographed my Bridal Shower. She captured both posed and candid photos that tell the full story of the day- I will cherish them forever! While wedding planning is fun and magical, it can also be an incredibly stressful time with lots of decisions to make. Working with Jenn will ensure that photography is one less thing that you need to stress about! Not only will you get beautiful images, but they will be taken a genuinely beautiful, personable, and caring person who will be a joy to have with you on your special day!
Heather Landfield, 3 years ago
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Kurtz Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

We are Danny and Ryan, a husband and wife photo and wife team! Our goal is to capture memories that you can feel. We want you to be able to relive your day in an authentic way. We have photographed and filmed over 20 weddings in the past year and hope we can add yours to the list :)

Danny and Ryan were an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From start to finish, they made the entire process so seamless and enjoyable. Not only are they incredibly professional, but their easygoing personalities made taking photos one of the most fun parts of the day. Their communication was spot-on—they responded to all of our questions quickly and thoughtfully. On the wedding day, they were a huge help in guiding our picture timeline, keeping everything running smoothly while capturing all the important moments! We were blown away by their editing skills. The photos turned out stunning—every detail, emotion, and moment was captured perfectly. Plus, they sent us sneak peeks the morning after the wedding, which was such a sweet surprise! It was amazing to have some gorgeous photos to share with friends and family while we waited for the full gallery. Ryan and Danny, thank you for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever. If you’re looking for photographers who are talented, professional, and genuinely wonderful to be around, these two are the best of the best. Highly recommend!
Elena P., 5 days ago
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Wedding Bug 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $795
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Having the perfect wedding without breaking the bank? It's possible with Wedding Bug. Every couple deserves high-end artistry to preserve their most prized wedding day moments. Wedding Bug was founded to make it unbelievably affordable and accessible to all! The Wedding Bug team has over 40 years of experience producing wedding photography, video, and DJ and we have drawn on our rich history of quality, reliability and innovation to make it possible.

We were thrilled with our wedding photographer from Wedding Bug. David was a dream to work with - his communication style was amazing throughout the entire process. He was incredibly responsive, made everything easy and fun, and had an incredible talent behind the lens. The photos David captured from our special day are stunning - he has such an artistic eye and brilliant way of composing shots. He brought so much energy and fun to our event, making all of our wedding party feel at ease while also directing us for gorgeous portraits. The value and quality of David's work is exceptional. I cannot recommend Wedding Bug highly enough - they are simply amazing! Their entire team, especially David, were a joy to work with and contributed so much to making our wedding day perfect. Frank was our DJ and he was absolutely amazing to work with. He kept the dance floor full and made quick adjustments to the crazy night. He was kind and smart and great to work with! I would book both of them a million times over!
Lauren B., 5 months ago
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Meghan Luckenbill Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Meghan. I've had a love for photography since my parents bought me my first camera for Christmas in 2001. I took pictures of anyone and anything that sat still for more than .03 seconds. The more pictures I took, the more I loved it. It became a passion of mine, but it wasn't until later that I had the dream of starting my own business. In the meantime, I teach middle school - 7th grade Language Arts to be exact. Yes, it's exactly as crazy as you're imagining, likely even more so. Teaching has taught me two things: patience and how to laugh at myself.

Working with Meghan is always a treat. Clients love her because she is high-energy, hilarious, and just amazing behind the lens. Meghan has a creative eye for those candid moments and really captures the most important moments on a wedding day. Seeing her work first-hand, it's beautiful. Her images truly reflect the emotions shared between two people. I'm constantly amazed and inspired by her work. There is a reason she is my favorite photographer to work with. She knows how to read a room and a situation, so nothing gets missed. Wedding days go by quickly, but with Meghan, they go by even quicker because you're having so much fun. She's like that extra wedding party member you didn't know you needed. She's got your back. If you're looking for professionalism, stunning photos, and a good time, you want Meghan Luckenbill.
TM Grey Photo, 8 months ago
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Jane D. Martinez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,400
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

You and I have much in common. We are adventurers, avid dancers, and seekers. We are searching for something more - something bigger and more beautiful than we've ever known before. And I'm here to document it for you! I am Jane, a photographer serving the world with beautiful, authentic photos for the crazy in-love couples.

Where to start... First of all, Jane is a wonderful person to be around. You can tell she loves what she does. This isn't just a photography session, but you're making memories for the rest of your life. She makes it fun. It's not just stand here, pose this way, look over there... It's a fun experience and her personality makes it even better. Jane is extremely professional, and can adapt on the fly. She came up with all sorts of great ideas for photos during our engagement session as well as during our wedding. Her attention to detail showed in the photographs we received from her. We're going to use her for our future photo sessions, as we love the attention to detail and quality of her work. I'd gladly recommend Jane to anyone that needs a wedding photographer.
Jenny + R., 3 years ago
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Love and Legacy Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Wedding Photography Studio documenting genuine moments creatively. Focusing on documentary photography and capturing couples genuine emotion. Weddings documented by Love and Legacy help couples look back at their wedding pictures and see themselves, their personalities, the authentic emotion. Its important to see all of those things shine through in your wedding day pictures. This way you can relieve your wedding day decades down the road through your storybook of images.

We cannot say enough wonderful things about our wedding photographers, Joe and Lindsey from Love and Legacy Studios! From the moment we met Joe, we knew we were in great hands. He was an absolute dream to work with, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. We had a clear vision for our wedding photos: just a few staged shots and the rest as candid documentation of our special day. Joe and Lindsey delivered on this beautifully, capturing the absolute magic of the evening. Joe has an incredible knack for knowing the perfect poses for our staged photos, but what truly blew us away were the candid moments he captured. The genuine joy and emotion of the day shone through every photo. They went above and beyond, even joining us on the dance floor to capture the fun and excitement! One of the standout moments was when they quickly edited a few photos during dinner and set up an iPad at the bar for our guests to sneak a peek at the photos taken before the ceremony. This thoughtful touch amazed us and left our friends and family delighted! Choosing Love and Legacy Studios was the best decision we made for our wedding. They felt like an extension of our celebration, and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Thank you, Joe and Lindsey, for capturing our day in such a beautiful and memorable way. We love you both!
Madison S., 2 months ago
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Snapped Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

photos and film hold such a huge place in our hearts. if you're here, you're probably looking to preserve some really special life moments. we'd love to create some magic with you! we're local to West Chester, PA, but we follow love worldwide. our goal is to to capture your unique love and leave you with memories that you'll cherish forever. if you'd like to chat about your vision, please reach out!

I could not recommend Snapped enough! Jill and Tom were so easy to work with. I was really nervous about being awkward during our pictures but they made everything so easy and comfortable. The pictures really fit the vibe of our wedding and they caught so many beautiful moments that made it easy to relive our special day. Their editing was gorgeous and were they were just so kind throughout the whole process.
Colleen and B., 5 years ago
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Richard Barnes Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

With over 40 years of experience including Weddings/Events and Newspaper Photojournalist for many Tri STate publications including 3 years at the Phila Inquire, I am more than confident to capture the beauty and excitement of your Wedding Day ! I am a Preferred Photographer at several Venues including DuPont CC , Presidential Caterers , Thousand Acre Farms, Lazaretto Ballroom and more , who trust me to represent them and provide you with the best service.

I had the privilege of getting to know Richard Barnes when I first moved to PA, and I can confidently say that his impact on my journey as a videographer has been invaluable. Richard's friendly demeanor, extensive knowledge, and undeniable talent make him not only an exceptional photographer but also an outstanding mentor. In the 40 plus years of his rich experience, Richard has not only honed his craft to perfection but has graciously shared his insights to help me improve my own skills. His guidance has been instrumental in shaping my path in videography, and I am truly grateful for the genuine friendship and mentorship he has offered. Working alongside such a seasoned professional like Richard has been an inspiring and rewarding experience.
St. John Media, a year ago
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DigitalFirst Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

I’m Mike Williams, the guy behind the lens at DigitalFirst Photography. I currently live right outside of Philadelphia, and serve the entire tri-state area. DigitalFirst Photography was started in 2006 while I was in college. I always loved cameras and movies, but never really knew where to begin. So, I bought a camera and just started taking photos of whatever I could. One wedding turned into two, which turned into four, and so on and so forth. After 17 years and more than 800 weddings, I still love capturing moments in time. After your wedding day, all you really have left are your photos and videos. Let's make memories together!

Mike and his team consistently deliver great results - they are professional, reliable, fun and great to work with! I highly recommend them!
Nayeem Vohra, 10 months ago
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Snap Avenue Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

I'm Krista the face behind the camera at Snap Avenue Photography. I spent almost a decade living in New York City where I turned my lifelong hobby of photography into a career. Note: Currently based in the SF Bay Area but moving to Philadelphia in 2022. Booking both east and west coast weddings for 2022-2023 I am always willing to travel!

We hired Krista for our engagement photos and we are so happy with our decision. I am notoriously awkward in photos and she made me feel so comfortable and put all my nerves at ease. My husband and I did not know what location to chose and Krista was able to help us pick the perfect spot which ended being a local park. The park she guided us towards choosing means a lot to us as a couple making these pictures even more special. She definitely has the ability to make what we thought was an unassuming park the perfect backdrop with her artistic eye. She also took beautiful pictures of my ring which I didn’t expect but am so happy I have now. She was extremely professional throughout the shoot. Picking a photographer is such a hard choice because this is what will be hanging on your walls for the rest of your life and we couldn’t be happier that we went with Krista! I do not ever hesitate to recommend her. 
Samantha S., 5 years ago
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Lauren Ariel Art & Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

If you’re looking for colorful, dynamic, and high-contrast images with a hint of black and white for your wedding day, then you've come to the right page! My name is Lauren, and I'm a documentary photographer based in Phoenixville, PA. With a background in photojournalism, I focus on capturing and creating quietly intimate narrative moments that tell the story of your wedding day. I love photographs that are whimsical, dark and striking, ethereal, and vibrant, and I bring that to every couple who books with me. I aim to capture the best of your day -- after all, we're here to celebrate YOU!

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I can not say enough good things about the photos that Lauren delivered to us following our wedding. She captured some truly personal touching moments that I did not see that day. She did not miss a single important moment. She was sweet, professional and very accommodating to our crazy group. I would highly highly recommend her for your next event!
Amy and J., 2 years ago
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Nellie M Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

I’ve been photographing weddings for 11 years and I have so much love for this career. Weddings are never the same and it really keeps you on your toes. I still find myself tearing up during vows or parent dances, still always leave the day feeling like I am so blessed to do what I do. I love challenging myself to really capture the day in an unfolding storytale way so that when my clients look back at their photos, it feels like they’re right back in those moments.

Nellie did an amazing job for our wedding. The day of the wedding, her calming, relaxed presence made our day even more enjoyable. She delivered our photos quickly and we loved them all! She captured the joy and happiness we had on that day in a way we didn’t even know was possible. We would recommend her to anyone!! Loved Nellie!
Jessica O., 8 months ago
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CAIN IMAGES 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Cain Images Wedding Photography & Video is a creative studio. Here, the team, led by photographer William Thomas Cain, delights in taking emotive photos that expertly showcase a couple's love story. William Thomas Cain of Cain Images Wedding Photography & Video has more than 36 years of experience. He has an unobtrusive approach to his creative work and enjoys snapping pictures of moments as they unfold. His portfolio encompasses editorial, commercial, wedding, and other genres of photography. In addition to working in photojournalism and owning his own business, this professional has also taught as an adjunct professor of photography.

Bill was amazing: professional but friendly. Really took time to hear about my vision for the photography. He also provided a script of which photos he would take and in which order, but he was open to me adjusting the script to fit my needs. He visited the ceremony and reception sites in advance to scope them out, and he told me about how the sunlight affected the timing of what photos he took where. He was also great fun taking engagement photos. I could not have asked for a better wedding photographer.
Robin, 5 months ago
Nicole Goss Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

Hi! I’m Nicole! My heart is SO happy when given the opportunity to serve, and I absolutely feel called to serve through wedding photography. Teaching you core poses during engagement sessions leads to confidence, allowing me to capture your real smiles and emotions. Creating a bespoke wedding day timeline for you means your wedding day will feel like a dance vs. a whirlwind of chaos with the clock ticking down, and stress taking the lead. I would be honored to capture every moment, emotion, special guest, and beautiful detail of your special day, while curating memories and images for your family that will last a lifetime.

Nicole has been our family photographer for over a decade, she is extremely talented and personable and makes the whole experience enjoyable for people of all ages. Nicole has taken large family portraits for us that have been cherished in our household for years. She has most recently done photography for our wedding and we could not have asked for a better experience and result! Nicole takes the time to get to know you and figure out your likes, dislikes, personalities and your vision for capturing memories. She does an amazing job at capturing the joy and love in an event as special as a wedding, as well as the happiness and timelessness of moments spent with family. I could not praise Nicole’s work enough, and highly recommend her for any moments that you wish to be photographed and cherished forever.
A. H., 4 days ago
Cindy DeSau Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Swarthmore, PA

I know that my couples trust me with giving them precious memories through my eyes, my heart, and my lens. I don't take this responsibility lightly. I want you to have wonderful images so you can always look at these photos and reminiscence and remember those fleeting moments and the friends and family so precious to you.

My husband and I got married in 2018 and we still cannot say enough good things about Cindy DeSau. We absolutely love her! We first heard of her and witnessed her work through our wedding venue, Hollyhedge Estate. They had a lot of gorgeous photography around their office and one name kept popping up on our favorites: Cindy DeSau. We knew immediately we had to meet with her! We were already sold on her photography and her style but when we met her we instantly made a connection. It was obvious how passionate she is about what she does and how much she truly cares about each person she works with. We saw this passion come to life when she was describing a first look encounter she had photographed. Cindy was the one and only photographer we saw - we didn't need to look anywhere else. We booked a package that included engagement photos. Cindy not only captured us in our element but she just caught "us" who we are as individuals and a couple on camera for us to have forever. Cindy, true to her word, goes with the flow of the day and keeps completely calm. She was able to deliver us absolutely stunning photos at the gorgeous Hollyhedge Estate. It's literally impossible to pick favorites from her photos. It feels amazing reliving our best day through her lens. She caught absolutely everything. Everybody, Cindy DeSau is who you want photographing you!
Jennifer B., 6 days ago

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About wedding photographers in Swarthmore, PA

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

A Swarthmore, PA wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $12,000 and averages at $3,000. 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?

97% of photographers in Swarthmore, 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 Swarthmore, 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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