The Best Wedding Photographers in Albany, NY

The Best Wedding Photographers in Albany, NY

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735 Wedding Photographers in Albany, NY

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Molly Baker Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Albany, NY
  • Offer

Hi everyone! I live in Upstate NY with my husband and I've been a photographer for 4 years. I started off with people I know but now I'm starting to expand my business to the public. I absolutely love helping people tell their story through photos and it puts a smile on my face as well.

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It was such a pleasure to have Molly photograph our wedding! She did an amazing job, was pleasant to work with, and took beautiful photos. She did her best to accommodate our every request, even when our wedding went a bit off schedule. She was friendly, answered all of our questions, and incorporated our ideas into the photos. It seemed like she was everywhere at once and managed to capture all of the right moments. I would highly recommend her as an excellent photographer for any occasion.
Sara and J., a year ago
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AllStar Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Albany, NY

With over 2,500 Five-Star Reviews we are a Full Service Wedding Team to help with all of your needs. We have a Full Time Wedding Staff to help you find and secure all of your needs to make your wedding dreams come true. Our Vision Statement is "You Have a Vision, We Make it Happen". That is what we pride ourselves on.

AllStar Weddings were the perfect DJ and photographers for our wedding day. They were energetic, organized, and had a wealth of experience that showed in their exceptional work. The quality of their photos was elite - detailed, fun, and captured all the special moments of our celebration. From the initial office meeting to the last dance, they kept us as their focus, ensuring we were comfortable and had a blast dancing the night away. We couldn't have asked for a better team to document our special day.
Jennifer M., 3 months ago
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Photo Phrame Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Albany, NY

Our Journey started as a Father and Son duo since 2000; We provided fun, magical, chic, and stylistic destination and local Wedding Photography for couples that just wanted to enjoy their day. Period. Now in 2024 and beyond, we have expanded our expertise and added A-Team members to bring you the very best Photo and Cinematic Video Wedding creation and documentation in the North East. Together our merry band of crusading wedding creators will do what no one else can. What is that you ask? Simply put. We want to let you be you… and help to bring out the very best of who you are in Camera.

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Tom was an amazing photographer! From the first day that we had a Zoom conference with him, we knew he would be a good fit for us. Communication was clear throughout the entire process (from our engagement photos to our wedding day photos) and he was always friendly and personable. He showed up on time for our wedding and worked well with everyone in our wedding party as well as our family members. He knew how to make us laugh and was more than a welcome guest on our special day. We are so happy to have found Tom in our search for a wedding photographer and could not be happier with the results. We truly felt that he took the time to get to know us and made our wedding day all the more special because of that. Do not hesitate to book Tom for your wedding or any other photo opportunities. Thank you, Tom!!
Jesse C., 3 months ago
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Just Shoot With Saumya 

5.0

Albany, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Just Shoot With Saumya is a wedding photography business based in Albany, New York. Owner and professional photographer Saumya Rai has worked in the photography industry for over six years. She specializes in wedding and portrait photography and is passionate about preserving your wedding moments into everlasting stories. Saumya operates using an emotive photojournalistic photography style to capture your special moments in a candid, spontaneous way that ensures your comfort and enjoyment throughout the session.

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I can’t say how happy we are that we had you as our wedding photographer - you were just absolutely amazing and the photos show that! All of our guests commented how good you were and how you just knew when and how to take the perfect picture! I will be recommending you to anyone that is looking for a wedding photographer!! Those sneak peek photos are so nice - thank you so much!
Bella N., a year ago
Romanello Studios 

5.0

Albany, NY
  • Fine art style

Romanello Studios is a women led photography team. With over 10 collective years in the wedding industry, Katie Anello & Kelsey Roman joined forces to create Romanello Studios to bring a fresh approach to the wedding industry. During the wedding planning process, the wedding itself, and beyond, we are here to provide you the best customer service along with your cherished photographs! Why should you choose Romanello? Because you deserve beautiful photography that tells YOUR story. You deserve to show the world who YOU are!

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I absolutely love working with Kelsey and Katie of Romanello Studios, and I truly can’t say enough great things about them! On top of them being genuinely nice people, they’re extremely professional, talented and really easy to communicate with. They respond to emails and calls very quickly and explain everything in detail while answering any and all questions you may have. My now husband and I hired them for our engagement session and wedding. Our engagement session was the first real professional photos we had taken together, so we had no clue what we were doing. Kelsey & Katie were there to tell us where to stand, move, hold our bodies in general to get the perfect shot. They definitely go above and beyond to make your experience great, and I highly recommend them to anyone!
Samantha I., 3 years ago
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Valerie Caviness Photography 

5.0

Albany, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Valerie Caviness, NYC native is one of the most diverse photographers with a career spanning over the last 20 years. Valerie started out in editorial photography and branched out to events, commercial and architectural photography. In 2010 she took a position as the head photographer at the NYSE. Her position covered many areas of photography including, photojournalism, events, marketing, and portraiture. In 2017 Valerie branched out on her own to continue working with clients, focusing on corporate events and marketing. In 2020, she shifted her business to Weddings . She now lives in Albany with her husband and 3 children.

Valerie Caviness Photography is priceless! I LOVED being photographed by her! We had a wonderful experience with her. With all the nervousness and excitement, and wedding day craziness, having Valerie as our photographer with her awesome energy helped put my husband and I at ease. Our bridal party and wedding guest enjoyed being photographed by her too. Most importantly, she captured all the joy and special moments of our union beautifully. I am filled with gratitude and joy whenever I see my wedding photos.
Diaka H., 2 years ago
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Clare Elisabeth Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Albany, NY

I am a big believer in making your wedding day ALL. ABOUT. YOU. Crazy, right?! It's so, so important for you to NOT STRESS, and I am here to help ease any and all of it. I pride myself on my empathy, and I want you to trust in me for the hour, two hours, or 10 hours we may be together. It's a sure bet that when you work with me, we will have a blast + get the best photographs you could've ever imagined.

We have used Clare for both our wedding and first anniversary photos. We could not have asked for anyone better. Clare is bubbly and willing to work with you and do whatever YOU want. If you need ideas, she will help you find your vision. As a resident of Buffalo we love our Buffalo bills photographer and are willing to travel 4 hours to get those perfect pics!
Hannah N., 19 days ago
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Rebecca Loomis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Albany, NY

Hi friend! I'm Becca. Ever since I was little, I wanted to listen to others stories and share them with others. As a result of a college photography class that I loved and my dad's love of nature photography, I was gifted a camera after graduation, and I never stopped! I started taking photos at a performing arts center and became mesmerized with capturing joy. I have been in the wedding industry since I was fourteen and have been taking photos professionally since 2019.

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I cannot GUSH enough about Becca. She was hands down the MVP of our wedding day. In the midst of wedding planning busyness, Becca led a thorough meeting with us (the couple) going over the day-of schedule, and covering an exhaustive comprehensive list of all possible photos, helping us prioritize the ones we needed and letting go of those that may have ended up stressing us out to try to take! She made sure to be sensitive to all our hopes for photos, family dynamics, and more. I (the bride) was sick on the wedding day and had to make some adjustments to the day-of schedule, and Becca not only adjusted with such grace and flexibility, but also offered great game-time ideas to make sure we got all the photos we wanted with even less time! During the wedding, Becca stayed even longer than scheduled, was so patient but commanding with getting family photos organized, and stayed in the background throughout the day even though she was right by my (the bride!) side getting the best candid photos. That way, I was able to feel supported AND even more relaxed, she was so nimble, positive, and masterful. As I’ve said since the beginning of working with her, she is simply the BEST.
Kara B., 3 months ago
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Kalz Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Albany, NY

I’m Kristin aka Kal... I live in a beautiful but hard to identify area just north of the Catskills and south of Albany, east of Oneonta and Cooperstown. It’s close to where I grew up and where my family lives in the Catskills. I love EVERYTHING about a wedding day; the anticipation, the joy, the laughter, the happy tears, and the simple fact that everyone you know is gathered to celebrate with you. I have had the honor of celebrating with so many couples and friends and family and it gives me so much joy. I want you to have the BEST day!! So tell me about your loves, your plans, and let’s start telling your story!

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Kristin was AMAZING! Our wedding pictures came out absolutely stunning, I’m obsessed with them, and the photos are even more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. Kristin is also so friendly, kind, and is great with her communication. The pictures are just amazing. Before working with Kristin, my husband and I were definitely camera shy, but she made us feel so comfortable during our engagement shoot that we felt ready for the wedding. I highly recommend Kristin!
Talia B., 4 months ago
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Sydney K Andrew Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Albany, NY

Photographing weddings and elopements is a privilege that I do not take lightly. I treat each moment with as much care as if it were my own! While I am happy to take on weddings of any size, I specialize in intimate weddings or engagement sessions where I can embrace a documentary, candid approach. My favorite moments to capture are those quiet, unplanned interactions. I adore the small details. The moments that sometimes get overlooked but often times help tell the story of your wedding day the most. I thrive with couples who aren’t afraid to be silly and embrace the moments as they come as opposed to forcing it.

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Sydney was a dream to work with for our wedding! She is so kind and easy-going, she instantly eased all of my wedding day anxieties. She truly does it all and was essential in making our day run smoothly. From fixing my veil, to bustling my dress, and wrangling up our wedding party all while getting fantastic photos. She really is so talented at what she does by capturing all of the in-between, authentic moments that you want to remember forever. Our photos turned out better than I could have ever imagined and are so timeless, we will cherish them for the rest of our lives. We couldn’t recommend her enough not only because of her beautiful work but for the person that she is!!!
Anne P., 2 months ago
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Heart Speak Visuals 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,899
  • Serves Albany, NY

Hello hello! We, Lindsey & Kevin, are the individuals behind Heart Speak Visuals. Together since 2015, we have never been shy to new experiences or exciting challenges. Lindsey, a Virginia native, took her first photo class in high school and has developed a passion for photography and videography ever since!

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsey is the absolute best and we couldn’t be happier with our experience working with her! From the very first call, Lindsey’s calming energy put us at ease. She was incredibly detailed in her approach and helped us craft a perfect timeline for our wedding day. Her guidance ensured everything ran smoothly, and she always made us feel comfortable and supported. The photos speak for themselves, but they are absolutely stunning! They were exactly what we were hoping for and we got so many compliments. Lindsey’s eye for detail and her ability to capture candid, emotional moments made all the difference. She was also incredibly accommodating throughout the process. Any last-minute questions or requests we had were met with such flexibility and professionalism. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and caring professional to capture their memories!
Andrea F., 2 months ago
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Bridget Caitlin 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Albany, NY
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Bridget — but you can call me Bee, cause that’s what my friends call me! And since we’re basically already best friends, let me tell you a secret: taking pictures isn’t even the thing I love most about my job. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m as obsessed with taking gorgeous, dripping-in-light photos that you’ll look back on for ages as much as the next photographer. But what I really love? Meeting the most kind-hearted people and getting to know them on a level much deeper than the typical client-photographer relationship.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Bridget, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer. Her photography style, her attention to detail, and her bubbly, yet calm, demeanor all contributed to the fantastic work she did for our wedding. Her communication was always organized and succinct, putting our minds at ease throughout the planning process. Most importantly, the quality of her work was truly amazing - Her classic, beautiful photography captured all the special moments of our day, going above and beyond our expectations. Not only was her photography the best that we've seen, it was also SO timely - We had sneak peeks within a few days of our wedding. Bridget was an absolute joy to work with, serving not just as our photographer, but as a wedding guide and hype woman, too! She kept our entire timeline running smoothly and made Brooke (the bride) feel so beautiful and special. Bridget has become more than just a vendor/photographer to us - she's a friend, and we plan to use her services for all of our big life events in the future. Choosing her as your photographer will be the best decision you make for your wedding day!
Rich and B., 2 months ago
Jaci Berkopec Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Albany, NY

Hi, I'm Jaci Berkopec! A self portrait of me would include a frozen pizza, caesar salad bag, and a bottle of white wine. But more importantly I am a wedding, lifestyle and adventure elopement photographer based out of NYC. Weddings and elopements are one of my passions because witnessing love and marriage is one of the most beautiful things we can witness. When shooting with me, expect to have tons of fun and lots of laughs because I like to be weird! Life is too short to be normal! I photograph all types of love.

We 1000000% recommend Jaci for any of your photography needs! She took our engagement photos and shot our wedding last weekend and she is an absolute DREAM to work with. Her confidence, poise, warmth and positivity helped us stay calm and have fun during the busy wedding day. We heard so many compliments from our loved ones who were also so impressed with her attitude and demeanor. And this is all before we saw the photos: her work is UNREAL. We are truly blown away- they are stunning, and capture the JOY and FUN and LOVE we experienced. I get emotional looking at just the sneak peek gallery because it so beautifully memorializes what it felt like on that day, and now we can share it with our grandparents who couldn't make the journey, and ourselves for decades to come. HIRE JACI!!!
Casey Y., 3 months ago
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Katharine M. Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Albany, NY

From NY to TX, then back again... I started my photography adventure 10 years ago in a small studio in upstate, New York. Since then, I've traveled across the country, taking pictures the entire time. I've captured a lifetime of memories in pictures, and now, I hope I can do the same for you! I specialize in weddings and portraiture, with experience in real estate photography as well! I love helping my customers make memories to cherish for years to come. When I'm not taking pictures, I am working as a nurse and dreaming of the days when I can put my toes in the sand with my nieces in Cape Cod.

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I cannot adequately describe the professionalism and pleasure it was to acquire kats services in any short essay. Her prices fair, he quality excellent, her professionalism assured. She is a kid and pet whisperer and she will be my go to should the need arise. She will be my picture guy.
Mike, a year ago
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JB Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,100
  • Serves Albany, NY

Love is what motivates and inspires me every single day. I am a hopeless romantic, and absolutely love every sentimental moment of a wedding. I strive to capture real moments, genuine smiles, and raw emotion.

Jenna was absolutely the best decision we made in the entire wedding process. Not only does she produce incredible work but she also has the most amazing aura about her. On a very busy and bustling day, she remained calm and brought a light hearted fun energy. It truly feels like one of your best friends is taking your photos. It was exactly what I needed on that day. I feel so very blessed that we had Jenna as our photographer. The number of compliments I have received on our photos is CRAZY and that is all thanks to Jenna. I would recommend Jenna to literally everyone that I know! Her work is beautiful, her energy is amazing, and she is so organized. What more could a bride want?! Do yourself a favor and book Jenna!
Mackenzie F., 3 months ago
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Rebecca Gatto Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Albany, NY

Hello, new friend! I'm Rebecca. I'm a journalist who fell in love with taking pictures and documenting love. I'm also enthusiastically lgbtq+ friendly, body-positive, delighted by DIY and pro making-it-up-as-you-go. Let's celebrate your love, your way. I have to be up front about a few things. First, I'm probably going to make friends with your grandma, and even shake it while taking photos on the dance floor. Oh, and if your pet is involved in your wedding, I might pass out from joy. I will almost definitely get a little teary-eyed during your vows, but don't worry... I can take pictures and cry at the same time.

Rebecca is the best family and wedding photographer around! She makes everyone feel so comfortable in front of the camera, and she is also extremely patient with the process, making sure that we don't feel rushed or pressured. I loved working with Rebecca and the photos turned out amazing!
Kelly Jeanmaire, 4 years ago
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Photography by Melissa Napoli 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Albany, NY
  • Offer

In a world filled with filters and facades, I believe in keeping it real. I strive to capture the genuine essence of your relationship and your wedding day. My photography style is all about capturing the candid, the spontaneous, and the unfiltered emotions. I want you to look back at your wedding album and relive those precious moments, feeling the love and happiness all over again.

Melissa is that photographer that gives you inspiration and comfort! I’ve worked alongside her many times and she’s always been a one of a kind photographer that doesn’t just focus solely on the couple but makes sure the family understands thats their day too! Her heart is so big and it shows just how much she loves what she does through her work! You would be blessed to have this amazing woman photograph your wedding.
Lyn D., 5 months ago
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Meghan Marks Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Albany, NY

Creativity has played a role in my life ever since I was a little girl. I grew up in upstate NY loving the outdoors and being close to the mountains! Although I loved where I grew up, when I graduated high school I decided to move South to Georgia to pursue a degree. While studying Fine Arts at the Savannah College of Art and Design, I fell in love with photography. I received my B.F.A in photography and then moved back home to NY where I became busy photographing weddings.

Meghan shot our engagement and wedding photos in 2015 and did such an amazing job. She was very personable, open to suggestions and had a great vision in working with us. She also had a very large and rowdy wedding party to contend with and did so beautifully. We were so over the moon with her and her work that she has become our family photographer. She has shot our maternity pictures and every year since. She is very affordable and does amazing work. She is the kindest person and it really feels like she's become apart of our family.
Bryanna and R., 8 months ago
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Nusser Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Albany, NY

When choosing a photographer for your special moments, you deserve the best. That's exactly what you'll get when you hire me, Nusser Photography. I take immense pride in offering you a fun experience that will leave you with memories to cherish forever. Enjoy a Stress-Free Photography Experience From the moment we connect, I want you to feel at ease and excited about our photography session. Being in front of the camera can sometimes be daunting, but rest assured; I'm here to make it a stress-free and enjoyable experience. I will guide you through the process, ensuring your smiles are genuine, & your memories are captured authentically.

Love the pictures!!! I literally took a leap of faith into the picture with no warning, and she NAILED IT!! Literally my favorite picture.
Helen Z., a year ago
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Ben Blaufuss Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Albany, NY

Ben Blaufuss Photography is an artistic wedding photographer in the Albany, New York area. This photographer takes photos that play with light and framing to create stunning images of couples, wedding parties and details from the wedding day. Photographer Ben Blaufuss specializes in unique portraits of couples that will be cherished for generations.

Absolutely amazing! The photos we got were stunning! Ben takes his time to make sure everything looks perfect, he’s so down to earth and chill. As someone not comfortable in front of a camera, he made it so easy! Throughout the wedding planning process he was great to work with and the day of was a breeze with him! He made everything so organized and flow so well. And was open to all of our ideas. We even ended up have extra time during cocktail hour to actually be able to enjoy it ourselves! It does take a few weeks to get your photos back but 1000% worth it and would book with Ben over and over again!
Madison S., a year ago
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Becky Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Albany, NY

After nearly a dozen years of photographing feature stories, covers, and events for a statewide labor union, I found a passion for capturing beautiful moments for families and couples in a candid, photo-journalistic style. In June of 2021, I had the immense privilege of photographing twenty-four weddings - and an engagement! - for Beekman 1802's "Let Love Bloom" wedding marathon in Sharon Springs, NY, and fell in love with wedding photography. It's an honor to document a couple's love story - each one completely different than the last.

We are soo lucky to have connected with Becky for our wedding photography. As a couple on a budget with no experience in front of a camera, Becky made it easy to feel natural and delivered beyond what we could have imagined. Becky was by far our favorite vendor to work with. She's totally responsive, cool, and has a great approach to capturing authentic, beautiful photos. Our engagement session was so fantastic, and our wedding album has totally blown us away- every time I look I find another wonderful moment captured. It's hard to narrow down a few good examples since there are literally hundreds of gems! Guests commented how kind Becky was and anybody who has seen our engagement or wedding photos agree they are gorgeous. We've already had three couples ask for us to pass along her contact info! Thank you so much Becky for giving us memories that will last a lifetime and beyond! :) It wouldn't have been the same without you.
Sam L., 3 months ago
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Rob Spring Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Albany, NY

Rob Spring Photography is a wedding photography company in Saratoga Springs, New York. They specialize in candid wedding day photography with a fun twist. With a mix of contemporary and traditional styles, this photographer captures all the details on the couple's special day. Having photographed over 600 weddings, Rob Spring Photography knows how to make couples feel comfortable in front of a camera, or even forget it’s there!

Rob Spring Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was clear, prompt, and reliable, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, they were hard-working, organized, and captured the most beautiful photos that we will cherish forever. Rob and his team took both our engagement and wedding photos, and we are thrilled with the results. We highly recommend Rob Spring Photography to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable photography team to document their special day.
Alyssa H., 8 days ago
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Keira Lemonis Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Albany, NY

I am an experienced, fun loving wedding & portrait photographer based in Upstate NY. I love capturing people in love! My style in unobtrusive & laid back, yet with the ability to direct for best positioning and light. I believe in leaving space for you to be yourselves in your images.

Keira photographed our October outdoor wedding in the Adirondacks. We had a fantastic experience with Keira from start to finish. From booking up through our wedding day and receiving our photos, there was great communication. Despite the rain on our wedding day, Keira was so flexible and helpful and our photos turned out so beautifully. Looking through our photos, we really feel like we're reliving that day and Keira was able to capture so much. I highly recommend working with Keira!
Lauren R., a year ago
Cheyenne Lee Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Albany, NY

Upstate New York-based wedding photographer that believes in breaking in the rules and keeping the energy laid-back and fun. That's right, we do things a little differently around here. Believe me when I say I get it, having your picture taken is scary stuff. Now throw in the nerves and stress of a wedding day and you're a freakin' hot mess. Here at CLP I'm fully invested in you and in making your wedding day kick-ass!

We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding and engagement photos! From the moment we started working with her, she made the entire process feel effortless. She did an incredible job with our engagement photos, and we were absolutely thrilled with how they turned out. It gave us complete confidence going into our wedding day, knowing we were in such capable hands. She was super accommodating and thorough, ensuring every detail was covered in advance. We went over the schedule beforehand, and she made sure we had all the specific group photos we wanted, which was such a relief. Her attention to detail was unmatched, and she was always quick to respond to any of our questions or requests, which made the entire experience stress-free. On the day of the wedding, she was a calming and positive presence, seamlessly capturing candid moments and organizing group shots without disrupting the flow of the day. Her professionalism, combined with her warmth and kindness, really put us at ease, and it was clear she genuinely cared about making our day perfect. The quality of the photos speaks for itself—every moment, big and small, was beautifully captured. We’re beyond excited to see the final album! We can’t recommend her enough for anyone looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond to capture your most special moments.
Michael E., 2 months ago
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Always in Focus Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $999
  • Serves Albany, NY

​I began photography in early 2015 by offering a few free sessions. Soon my business grew and I was booking numerous family and children photography sessions each month. In the summer of 2015 I began photographing weddings by offering to photograph a wedding for free and now I have seen my business grow from a few weddings a year to being fully booked with weddings nearly every weekend! In 2019 I decided to turn something I was passionate about into my full-time job. Many of my weddings are booked through "word of mouth" from some of my amazing clients! I am located in Rotterdam, NY and I travel in NY, VT, and MA for weddings.

Melanie with Always in Focus Photography was a joy to work with for our wedding day. Her communication style is very prompt, responding to emails and calls quickly, which was much appreciated during the hectic wedding planning process. Melanie takes her time with each shot, is very patient, and comes up with lots of creative ideas to capture the perfect moments. On our wedding day, she was amazing - capturing every important shot while never getting in the way of the event. The turnaround time for receiving our final edited photos after the wedding was faster than expected. Overall, Melanie is a talented, thoughtful photographer who helps document all the special moments of your wedding day. We'd highly recommend Always in Focus Photography to any engaged couple looking for a photographer who prioritizes communication and delivers beautiful, creative work.
Ashley R., 5 months ago
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Hawthorn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves Albany, NY

Hi there! My name is Sarah & I’m a wedding photographer based in The Adirondacks of New York. Photography is my passion, so don’t worry, your big moments are safe with me. My goal as a photographer is to (of course) deliver stunning, high-quality photos, but also, I want you to feel as comfortable as possible while you’re in front of the camera. We’re in this together. I pair a technical degree with a natural eye for composition to capture your special day! ​

Sarah is someone that genuinely cares about you and the quality of the photos she will give you for your wedding day. She has a degree in photography and it shows! Her technical skill and creative eye are way above your average photographer. She excels in making you feel comfortable and delivers the final product in a timely manner. You will not be disappointed if you go with her!!!
Miranda J., 4 years ago
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Toni Walley Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Albany, NY

I grew up and reside in upstate NY. I always had a love for capturing life in its natural state, and turning those moments into memories that can be looked back on for many generations. I love to travel and shoot a variety of life’s experiences, especially elopements and micro weddings. I've been featured in many magazines over the years and specifically have been on the cover of several bridal magazines in the last two years.

My husband & I are not huge fans of getting photos taken. We both are pretty awkward with PDA and were nervous about this for our big day. I felt a bit stressed since I didn’t have anything prepared in my mind for our photography either. As soon as Toni arrived on site, all my worries disappeared! I could just feel her kind energy radiating as soon as she came into the room. She found her way to the bridal suite and immediately started her magic. Our favorite part about Toni was how she fit in naturally. It never felt awkward or rushed, and she made sure we were enjoying every moment. Our entire family loved her and everyone kept saying how great she did. She really prioritized family photos and helped make sure we got everyone in them. Definitely recommend booking Toni for your day. She really is the best and I’m so happy that I found a photographer that I will use for any big life event moving forward!!!
Lauren S., 4 months ago
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Two Blue Eyes Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Albany, NY

For me, photography is not only an art, but an outlet. I have always been creative and there's something fulfilling about capturing beautiful images of days filled with love and emotion. I love capturing everyone's unique love story and being able to freeze moments and give them back to you in photographs.

When we first met her, we had initially planned to go with a different photographer, but her energy, is vibing, and herunderstanding of exactly what we wanted was unmatched, as well as her pricing, and what it included. She helped us through every step of the way and even on our wedding day when we didn’t have a long enough package she was flexible and left the wedding and then came back so that we could get our sunset photos. During our engagement shoot, we were having so much fun with the props that we didn’t end up getting romantic views that we wanted after a few hours and she scheduled another couple hour shoot for us to get the romantic photos that we wanted it by the end of the time working with her I would call her friend and I look forward to working with her in the future .
Lily Rosenberg, 2 years ago
Thistle and Firre Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Albany, NY

Hey you! I’m Kate Costello, and I’m so happy you’ve discovered thistle + firre. Capturing your love story truly gives me so much joy…My own love story began one cold January evening in MN when I signed up for Catholic Match. I could never have dreamt the happenings that would unfold, including a cross-country move to NY, a wedding in the midst of cornfields, a honeymoon baby, a deployment, and an accidental home birth during a pandemic.

Kate with Thistle and Firre Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication style throughout the planning process was extremely detailed, organized, and thoughtful - she made sure we were all on the same page about shot lists and timelines leading up to the big day. Most importantly, the quality of her work and value delivered was exceptional. She has such an artistic eye and was able to capture so many timeless, emotional moments from our wedding day that we will treasure forever. The photos far exceeded our already high expectations. I would highly recommend Kate for any couple looking to memorialize their special day with beautiful, creative, and emotionally evocative photography.
Emily T., 5 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Albany, NY

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

A Albany, NY wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $20,000 and averages at $2,600. 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 Albany, 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 Albany, 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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