The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Rochester, NY

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Rochester, NY

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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

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



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

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

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Hello there! My name is Billy. Thank you for stopping by! 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 5 months ago
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Megan Dailor Photography 

5.0

Rochester, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450

Hey there, I’m Megan! I’m a wedding photographer based in Rochester, NY that specializes in truly connecting with my couples. I live for the moments when I can capture my couples being entirely and authentically themselves. The icing on the cake is delivering them the most beautiful images to look back on and watching their families grow for years to come.

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Megan Dailor Photography is a wonderful vendor partner to work with. As a florist, I can count on Megan to capture all the intricate details that the couple has put so much time into, like their beautiful floral arrangements. Megan's work is truly timeless, showcasing her skilled and exceptional eye for detail. She has a way of making everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, thanks to her professionalism and great sense of humor. Megan also loves talking to her clients about their furry family members and tries to incorporate them into the engagement and wedding photos whenever possible. I highly recommend Megan Dailor Photography for couples looking for a talented, personable, and detail-oriented wedding photographer.
Lisa Melfi, a month ago
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Julia Hart 

5.0

Rochester, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $20,000

We are happily married and working together as husband and wife, capturing your memories and making them last a lifetime. Julia Hart is about our experience with the people we work with. We give you what we believe should be given to a client. Our time, our patience, our honesty, our dedication, and our best work. We want to capture those wild weddings - deep in the woods, on the beach, bright pops of color, stunning florals, sneakers-under-the-dress weddings. We live for the little in between candid moments that you’ll look back at and think - they were capturing this!? Your happiness is what makes Julia Hart thrive.

Awarded Best of Zola
Julia and her husband were absolutely amazing! We are so happy we decided to have them be apart of our wedding day. Our photos are timeless and they are wonderful people to work with. We are speechless with our photos and the quality they are. We can’t wait to use her for all of our family photos in the future. 10/10 recommend Julia Hart!
Jenna G., 2 months ago
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Loryn Payne Photography 

5.0

Rochester, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600

I'm Loryn, the storyteller behind the camera! My background and experience as a professional photographer will allow you to simply enjoy the fairy tale day you’ve always dreamed of while trusting your story is being creatively and beautifully written in photos. In high school I took a film photography course that ignited my love for capturing magical moments with a camera. I've been working professionally since 2017. It's this passion for preserving memories to last a lifetime which inspires my documentary style photography that uniquely tells the story of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Loryn did an absolute phenomenal job photographing our wedding! She is so unique in the way where she captures the most beautiful & natural moments. She was so patient with group pictures and made sure we got exactly what we dreamed about. She listened to everything we wanted out of a photographer and always made sure everyone was on the same page. From start to finish, everyone is so incredibly happy with the hard work she put in making these pictures something we will treasure forever. She will make any wedding even more magical and we cannot recommend her enough!
Hope + B., a year ago
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Michael Fisher Photography 

5.0

Rochester, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,450

Personally, I’ll totally take timeless and authentic over trendy any day. To me, authentic moments always make for more beautiful and personal photographs. Because of this, it’s truly important to me that your wedding pictures say something real about you and who you are as a couple at the beginning, on this day together.

We had such a great experience with Michael as our wedding photographer. He made planning and communication easy; very responsive and he encouraged us to meet a few times before the wedding. During these meetings we went over the schedule and any updates that should be added and Michael really spent time getting to know us and what we wanted from our pictures. On the wedding day, we felt well prepared for our schedule and confident that he would capture the moments and people that were important for us. Neither of us are comfortable being in front of a camera and both Michael and his second photographer, Devon, helped us have fun and relax. I would absolutely recommend him!
Joseph M., 6 months ago
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Taj Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rochester, 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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It was such a please to work the Andre! He was our second photographer because we didn’t click with our first one. I’m beyond happy I decided to switch. He answered every question and/or concern quickly. He was fun to work with and a lot of laughs were had from our engagement shoot to our wedding day. Even with the laughs, he was professional and captured every moment perfectly. 11/10 recommend!
Samantha S., a month ago
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Emily Watkins Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Rochester, NY

I could not be anymore excited that you are here and I am soooo pumped to help you plan your DREAM wedding day! I am a couples photographer located in Geneseo, New York - I am a hopeless romantic and there is absolutely nothing that makes me happier than capturing an adorable happy couple’s love through my lens. I am freaking obsessed with my job and I am so grateful that I get to chase after my passion everyday!

We booked Emily last minute for our wedding as our previous photographer fell through. She put all my worries to ease and made our vision come true. She was timely and professional and even made time to meet with me within days of our wedding. We received hundreds of beautiful shots and our friends and family are still raving over her months later! She has an amazing eye for detail and is so easy going! 100% would recommend
Olivia + M., 4 years ago
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Nika Ink Photo & Graphics 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Rochester, NY

I love to take pictures and I always have. For me, it started with spending time with my father in the darkroom as we developed black and white film. In high school, I went to Rochester's School of the Arts and focused on photography. Over the years, I have enjoyed working with so many beautiful couples on their wedding days, and I feel truly blessed to be the one chosen to be behind the lens. Let me preserve your special moments through photography, while you enjoy your day worry free, knowing that I have it covered.

Awarded Best of Zola
They did a great job taking pictures of our special day. I had a photo flipbook of what shots I would love to do during our day. He looked at the example and set up the shot with my wedding party. The quality was great. Use them on your special day.
Jason & S., 4 years ago
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Dani T Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,550
  • Serves Rochester, NY

I've photographed 100+ weddings and countless engagements during this wild ride of a career, that started about 10 years ago. Trust me, when I say, I have seen it all. From busting my best moves on the dance floor, getting that wild uncle away from the bar for family formals, to making sure you feel like the baddest B in the room..I've got you! Need help with a timeline, what to wear for your engagement session or what location is going to rock your world? I've got it under control.

We couldn't have asked for a better photographer than Dani for our engagement and wedding photos! From the very beginning, Dani was an absolute joy to work with. For our engagement shoot, we had planned to travel to New York, and of course, it turned out to be one of the coldest, snowiest days in March. Despite the freezing temperatures, Dani was so brave and enthusiastic—she took us outside in the snow to capture the most stunning photos. We were shivering, but Dani made sure to capture every perfect moment, and the photos turned out absolutely amazing. When it came time for our wedding, Dani did not disappoint. Every single photo was breathtaking, and you could tell she put so much care and attention into editing each one. We felt like the photos truly captured the essence of our day and our love for each other. Dani’s talent and dedication are clear in every shot, and we're so grateful for the memories she's helped us preserve. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly skilled but also warm and easy to work with, Dani is the one. Highly recommend!
Jess + A., 4 days ago
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Between The Grove 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rochester, NY

We are Codey and Logan! Your husband-and-wife photo and video duo! We are two passionate storytellers who strive to create some kick ass content and have fun while doing it. We live for adventure and love traveling. We are suckers for hopeless romantics and capturing details. being able to photograph and film weddings and elopements in a unique and intimate way is what makes it all worth it. It’s what fuels us. and we are so blessed to be able to take something like photography and film and turn it into something so much more.

I’ve worked alongside Between the Grove as both a vendor and a portrait client and they were amazing to work with every time! High quality work and very professional throughout wedding days
Zach, 2 years ago
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Kenzie Gates Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Capturing the perfect shot isn't just about clicking a button – it's about feeling the vibe of the room with finesse and a special eye. From directing family formals to wrangling tipsy groomsmen (hey, it happens!), I've got the knack for orchestrating those must-have photos. I also know when to step back and snag those authentic, unfiltered moments (like drunk groomsmen dancing!) that make your story complete.

Kenzie Gates Photo was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding photography. Kenzie's communication throughout the planning process was fast, quick, and informative - she always responded to messages within a day and kept us updated on timelines and details. The quality and value of her work is magnificent, breathtaking and phenomenal. She perfectly captured the special moments of our wedding day and got all the pictures we could have ever dreamed of. Her artistic eye and talent shine through in the photos. The final wedding album she designed told the story of our love beautifully. I would highly recommend Kenzie Gates Photo to any couple looking for a photographer who delivers exceptional results and is a pleasure to work with.
Cienna O., 4 months ago
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C.M. Russ Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rochester, NY

With unwavering inclusivity, I capture the spirit of all my clients, including the LGBTQ+ community. I love what I do and because of that, I put my all into it. I want to capture the moments that reflect the genuine emotions and connections shared between couples. The candid interactions that unfold throughout the day. My aim is to create a visual narrative, a collection of images that transport you back to that magical day, evoking laughter, and tears of happiness. When sending your wedding gallery over, I imagine you looking through it together and I want you to be taken back to that day.

Working with C.M. Russ Photography was nothing short of amazing. Working with plenty of photographers over the years I have seen it all. He is easy to work with, a great personality, great turnaround time, and very skilled at what he does. I highly recommend working with him!
MJH Beauty, a year ago
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Kniley Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Many engaged couples want their wedding pictures to be like themselves: authentic, dynamic, and full of life. When you choose Kniley Photography, I’ll get to the heart of what matters most to you, and focus on those moments on your wedding day. Give yourself the gift of not having to worry about your wedding pictures, and celebrate your love for a lifetime.

Kniley Photography was truly amazing for our wedding day! Bob's communication throughout the planning process was so clear and effective - he sent helpful tips and tricks and took the time to really understand us as a couple. On the day of, Bob was incredible - he talked us through poses, gathered our families for photos, and made the whole day so easy. The quality of his work is AMAZING!! We are so thrilled with how the photos turned out and couldn't be happier that we chose Kniley Photography to capture our special day.
Sarah P., 4 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Rochester, 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., 2 months ago
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3:17 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Jeremy and Jennifer are a husband and wife team! With 3:17 Photography you get two photographers to capture your day!! What is better than two people in love capturing your once in a lifetime moments? Your wedding means so much to us and we want to make your day perfect from beginning to end!!! When we started our company we promised that we would always charge what we could of afforded when we got married. We feel as though so many couples are being taken advantage of by other companies.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rave Review: 3:17 Photography – Absolutely Phenomenal! 10/10 – We are over the moon with our experience working with 3:17 Photography! This married photographer duo is nothing short of extraordinary. From start to finish, they showcased a perfect mix of efficiency, artistry, and a genuine love for what they do. Their professionalism and obvious experience put us at ease right away. They came prepared, knowing exactly how to capture every moment beautifully while keeping the day running smoothly. Their ability to envision and execute artistic shots was incredible—they didn’t just take photos; they told our story through their lens. They’re also so personable! They made us feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera, which shows in every shot. Their attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring no moment or memory was overlooked. What stood out most was their diligence and teamwork. Watching them work together with such harmony was inspiring. They kept everything on schedule without ever making us feel rushed, and they always had creative ideas to make every shot unique and special. If you’re looking for a photography team that’s efficient, artistic, detail-oriented, and just plain wonderful, look no further than 3:17 Photography. They captured our wedding day perfectly, and we’ll treasure these photos forever. Thank you both for making our day even more magical! #317Photography #DreamTeam #BestPhotographers
Moriah L., a month ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rochester, NY

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

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From the moment we connected with Ali Cushing Photography, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer. Ali's communication was always timely, thorough, and friendly, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. Her work was truly amazing - she perfectly captured our vision and was able to fit so many beautiful, thoughtful, and personal photos into a short time frame without making us feel rushed. Ali was more than prepared on the day, even having extra bobby pins on hand to help bustle my dress. Her meticulous attention to detail ensured our wedding day timeline stayed perfectly on schedule. We are overjoyed with the final photos and cannot recommend Ali Cushing Photography highly enough.
Lexi K., a month ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Rochester, NY
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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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We’re not a super “photo” couple, but the team made us feel so relaxed and natural. The photos turned out stunning! Our friends and family keep commenting on how gorgeous they are, and I can’t stop looking at them either.
Matthew, 24 days ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rochester, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ledd Lens LLC provided exceptional photography and videography services for our wedding. From start to finish, their communication was clear, prompt, and stress-free. On the big day, the photographers and videographers blended seamlessly to capture all of the special moments without ever feeling intrusive. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos and a wedding video that far exceeded our expectations in capturing the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ledd Lens more highly for any couple looking to preserve beautiful memories of their wedding through top-notch photography and videography.
Lisset M., 6 months ago
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Juliette Zyg Picture Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Rochester, NY
  • Offer

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Juliette was the most amazing photographer for our wedding. She was always quick to respond and very helpful during the planning process and during the day of she was able to pivot with unexpected rain, keep hopes up and was a calm force that carried us through the day. Her style of pictures is STUNNING and she was able to get our (many) family pictures done very quickly so that we could enjoy the wedding to the fullest extent. She sent us so many pictures the day after our wedding as a sneak peak and we cannot stop staring at them! She is truly an amazing photographer and I cannot recommend her more to anyone considering working with her or looking for an A wedding photographer.
Molly, 4 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Rochester, NY

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., 2 months ago
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Nicole Lagoe Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rochester, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding day. From start to finish we knew we were in good hands as Nicole was prepared and professional. She made sure to capture every single photo that we had listed on the helpful form she sent to us prior to our event. We just received our wedding photos the other day and we are blown away by both the quantity and quality of photos. Nicole delivered us tons of gorgeous photos that truly showcase the entire day. We have received so many compliments on them so far and we’re so excited to hang them up in our house. Nicole was so kind and fun to work with. I would definitely, definitely recommend her as your photographer!
Lauren C., 2 years ago
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Anecdote Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Rochester, NY

I am a Professional Journalist and Wedding Photographer from the Hudson Valley and NYC with more than 11 years and over 1,000 Weddings of experience, from most cultural and religious backgrounds you can find in New York :) Now Booking 2025 and 2026.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Eddie from Anecdote Photography was by far one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very first phone call, we knew Eddie was the one. He’s funny creative and takes the time to really get to know the couple. And on the wedding day. Wow! His Eddie unique and spectacular photography style captured every special moment of our day in absolute perfection. The photos are simply wonderful, and our guests are still raving about how beautiful the pictures came out. We are thrilled with the incredible work he did when it came to capturing the love at our wedding, and we cannot recommend Eddie enough!!
Ryan B., a month ago
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Kathryn Cooper Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Rochester, NY

This is delightfully different elopement + wedding photography! From helicopter elopements and lakeside wedding bashes to hiking engagements to weddings with bouncy houses, I capture the adventurous, quirky, and unique. Based in both New York + California, with travel worldwide, I've photographed couples on 6 continents. My creative, fun, & candid photography uses innovative techniques and unique ideas to get photos that make you look twice. Whether you're saying vows in your backyard or having a 3-day adventure wedding in the rainforest, I'll catch every spontaneous moment of joy and laughter—and plan a few unique shots on top of it all.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot recommend Kathryn enough! First (and most obvious) (and also most important) point is that the photos she took were incredible. She captured our night beautifully. More than that though, she captured how the night felt. The photos weren't overly posy, but rather showed off how much fun and excitement there was for the entire night. I think one of the best things I can say about Kathryn is that she really made a point of figuring out HOW we wanted her to photograph the wedding and delivered. As I wrote above, we wanted the photographs to look great, but mostly just capture how the wedding felt and she delivered on that 100%. Also, as much as she made sure we were leading all the decision making, she really knew her stuff and took things off of our plate where we could. We knew how we wanted the photos to look generally, but neither of us are photographers. So we talked to her about style and vibe and she really took it from there. She was an absolute professional, a great person to work with, and kind and caring. We felt like we were in great hands every step of the way. Truly cannot recommend her enough.
Sam G., 5 months ago
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The Lovely Lens 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Hullo! So you're gettin' hitched (YaaY!), but you’re not super into the idea of the overly-manicured wedding. A+ for you, because this is not your parents’ wedding photography. I'm a farm kid who floats between the journalism and art worlds. I love telling stories as much as I love listening to the stories of others. I’m the type of person who makes up musicals for my own amusement and nurses a soft spot for sci-fi and fantasy. If I’m not taking photos, I’m usually dancing. Or cooking. It’s possible I may have a baking addiction and try to mitigate the damage by forcing the goods on loved ones.

Awarded Best of Zola
Celia at The Lovely Lens was an absolute GEM!! Our wedding was not the typical / traditional ceremony-- on purpose! Leading up to the big day, Celia kept lines of communication open (so helpful for planning) and was 1000% supportive of our special day being so...well, special! She was such a total champ while capturing every moment in the pouring rain. She was fully prepared for the weather & didn't miss one beat! My partner and I instantly felt at ease and loved our time together with her. She encouraged us to be our authentically goofy selves! Her presence was so warm, her energy was delightful, and her work was STUNNING! Seriously, I'm obsessed with the photos! Not only do we have incredible images from this amazing day, but we also have wonderful memories with Celia. She was so friendly and kind us as well as to our family and friends, and immediately jumped on board with our 'potluck bbq at Grandma's house' vibe. By the end of the day she felt like part of the family as we chatted about our furkids and exchanged on where to order some cute socks with their faces on them, haha. If you're looking for an absolute powerhouse of an artist to capture your day in the way that doesn't feel awkward or intrusive, or if you're looking for a photographer with genuinely good vibes and authentic energy, or if you're looking for someone to simply help tell your love story through stunning imagery-- please consider The Lovely Lens of Celia for your special day. 3
Andrea M., 8 months ago
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Four Cubs Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Rochester, NY
  • Offer

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Barry the photographer was a wonderful experience, not only does he have an eye for detail but also have the personality that will make any client feel truly comfortable in front of the camera...We love every picture that was taken of us...Best photographer for 2023...
Marlon, a year ago
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Michelle Kay Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rochester, NY

There is nothing I love more than photographing weddings - a day full of raw emotion and I get to document and make art of out it! I'm a newlywed so I totally get what you're going through! We recently adulted hard and bought a house - next up is a dog! Please tag me in all funny dog videos :) I love occasionally working out, always eating cookies, and watching nonstop romantic comedies - especially while I edit (let's not talk about how many times I've seen Dirty Dancing). Can't wait to meet you!

We couldn’t have made a better choice for our wedding day than hiring Michelle Kay to be our photographer! When we first started looking for a photographer, we were both a little nervous, not having done professional photos before. From the first phone call, Michelle made us feel comfortable and totally relaxed about it. We did our engagement shoot with her which I highly recommend, and not just because of the absolutely beautiful photos which got so many compliments. Michelle made us feel relaxed, kept us laughing, made the day enjoyable and was even totally patient with our barking and excited pup and ended up getting great shots of her as well. Leading up to the wedding day, we had no stress at all when it came to planning for photos because Michelle was on top of everything. By the time we finally got to the wedding day, she honestly felt like a friend. Among the chaos of the day, her personality was so calming and she kept us smiling and having fun the entire time we were taking pictures – and everybody felt that way! Of course, our wedding photos came out absolutely perfect and I tear up from looking at the amazing moments she captured. Michelle- you were awesome and I cannot thank you enough for so perfectly capturing our day!
Brianna and J., 5 years ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rochester, 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
Joe and Ashley were easy to work with on our engagement and wedding photography. They had great attention to detail and gave great direction for each shot. We would hire them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer.
Lauren S., 4 months ago
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Tooney White Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,590
  • Serves Rochester, NY

I was born and raised in the Philippines but now call Northern California my home. I've been a photographer for over a decade and that journey has made me come to realize that nothing makes me happier than making those behind my lens feel amazing about themselves. My goal is to be so much more than your photographer. I'd love for you to consider me your friend especially because we'll be spending a lot of time together on your wedding day. Trust me to help fix any strands of hair that get in your face, straighten out your outfits, help you pose, and encourage you to enjoy this momentous day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tooney was the perfect choice for our wedding! She is a beyond talented photographer and our pictures came out perfectly, such an amazing way to remember our day. Pre-wedding everything was communicated well and in a timely manner. The day of she was the perfect blend of directing us and our family to get those more staged shots and then blending into the background for the candid ones. Would 100% recommend for any wedding, special event or family photos the value she offers cannot be matched!
Hannah S., 2 months ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rochester, NY
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I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City based wedding photographer, but you can find me in a different city and country every week of the year capturing unforgettable moments in time. I shoot in a cinematic and timeless style making sure to capture raw and candid moments that will make your day look feel a movie. I have over 200,000 followers on social media as well as 10 of millions of image/video views so you can be assured who you’re working with. Let’s create something captivating! Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion Photo

Awarded Best of Zola
After our first photographer fell through, we found Caz and luckily he happened to be available on our wedding date. From the very first contact, he was incredibly responsive (super important to us), friendly and professional. His work looked great so we were excited - then we found out he was featured in Vogue! We were stoked. He was amazing to work with on the wedding day - punctual, friendly, got all the requested shots, and the whole bridal party loved him. We got our pictures back today - and they’re so much better than we could have dreamed of. It’s no wonder he was featured in Vogue - his work is artistic, candid, and beautiful. Thank you Caz for giving us such beautiful memories so we can relive the best day of our lives.
Jackie M., 5 days ago
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Kelsey Travis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Rochester, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. My family and friends couldn’t stop saying how wonderful she was to work with. We aren’t quick to jump in front of the camera, but with Kelsey, we felt comfortable and at ease. Kelsey delivers the best photos and she was able to take our vision and make it a reality. Her communication from the beginning was part of why we hired her and she kept in touch throughout the entire process, answering questions and being so helpful. For both our engagement shoot and the wedding she shared our sneak peek with us even faster than we were expecting. I would absolutely recommend Kelsey to anyone looking for their wedding photographer.
Hannah L., a year ago
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Kristy Tasca Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Kristy Tasca Photography is a Charleston-based Destination Wedding, Elopement + Portrait Photographer documenting authentic love stories + moments. With 12 years experience as a photographer and 25+ years experience as a coach, Kristy truly makes her clients feel comfortable and like the best version of themselves. Maya Angelou said it best, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style”. So, let’s get together, look cute, laugh, get to know one another and capture your love like you’ve never seen before.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding! She did the most outstanding job capturing every special moment, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning. Not only is she incredibly talented, but her sense of humor and personality made the entire experience so much fun. She knew exactly how to direct us, telling us how to position ourselves to get the best shots, which made everything feel effortless. She was also so flexible—she even stepped in last minute to photograph our reception dinner. We are beyond grateful for her professionalism and how she went above and beyond. I highly recommend her!
Madison D., a month ago
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HEARTS in FOCUS 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Hi, I’m Heather! (that's me on the left) I'm a wedding photographer with a deep passion for capturing the genuine moments and raw emotions that make each wedding day so special. I’ve always been drawn to storytelling through photography, and over the years, I’ve developed a style that combines artistry with authenticity. My goal is to not just take pictures, but to tell the unique love story of each couple I work with, from the grand moments to the quiet, intimate details. My husband is a wedding videographer. So, if you are also looking for video, look no further!

Awarded Best of Zola
HEARTS in FOCUS was an amazing wedding photographer choice for our special day. From the very beginning, their communication was great - they responded to our emails quickly and were always available to answer any questions we had. On the day of the wedding, they were professional, organized, and made us feel completely at ease. The quality of their work is truly outstanding. The photos they captured beautifully showcase all the special moments and details of our wedding. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend HEARTS in FOCUS to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Carol M., 3 months ago
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Tom Studios Wedding Photography 

5.0

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

We’re Lexi and Tom, the partners behind Tom Studios Photography! We share a love of capturing connections and realize the incredible significance a photo can hold! We have been blessed to capture 100+ weddings and have made so many amazing friends along the way!

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Tom Studios Wedding Photography for our wedding photos! Tom and Lex were an absolute joy to work with - their communication style was clear, consistent, and always positive. They took the time to understand the vibe we wanted for our wedding and made sure to capture all the classic wedding shots along with lots of fun, stylized photos that really reflected our personalities. Tom and Lexi are extremely organized, collaborative, efficient, and you can tell they are passionate about their work. On the day of, Tom and Lexi worked seamlessly together to get all the best angles and moments without ever feeling intrusive. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos that tell the story of our wedding day - we couldn't have asked for anything better and would highly recommend Tom Studios!
Nikki S., 6 months ago
Emma Cleary Photo and Video 

5.0

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

After graduating from Parson's School of Art in Manhattan, I worked as a fine artist, my work involved photography and photo manipulation. I quickly discovered that I loved and excelled at photo retouching, and went on to work for some of the best photo retouching studios in New York. In 2009 I shot my first wedding, it was a dear friend of mine and the beautiful photos were featured in one of the biggest wedding magazines. I realized that I had found my calling and have been producing stunning wedding photographs with my amazing team and clients ever since.

Emma and her team are FANTASTIC! My photographer was one of the first vendors I booked for my wedding and upon our first meeting I knew they were the perfect fit. I went with Massimo as the lead photographer who also did our engagement shoot. It was so nice to meet with him and see his work before the wedding. Leading up to the big day they would check in to make sure all details were finalized. My wedding was very unique in that I had an Indian wedding and traditional wedding all in one day with multiple outfit changes. We had a lot to cover and Emma's team was more than up for the challenge. We had 2 photographers including Massimo and a videographer. They were extremely organized and creative to capture shots I would have never thought of on my own. When the previews came in I was in shock of how beautiful they were and now that I have all of the photos and videos I get to relive the day all over again with friends and family. I could not recommend Emma and her team enough for weddings and other big life moments!
Hannah M., 2 months ago
Natura Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Rochester, NY

Hey there! My partner Emilio and I have been shooting together for over 5 years. I personally shot my first wedding back in 2010! We're an LGBT owned company and we are so so so passionate about making sure everyone feels represented in a sometimes white-washed straight appearing industry, we love inclusivity. Our main goal is you having the best stress-free and FUN wedding photo/video experience.

I’m not sure I need to say much beyond the amazing attached photos, but Natura Collective has amazing wedding photography and we cannot recommend them more highly. They were super responsive and flexible (even as we accidentally lost them in our spam filter until a month before the wedding!) and we first met them on the day before our wedding (we turned our engagement photoshoot into a last-day-of-engagement photoshoot). They were super friendly and very good at making us feel like natural photo subjects - which is impressive given that my wife’s biggest source of nerves for the wedding was maybe having so many photos taken of her! They were super receptive to our needs and desired photo style, never pushing us to take more photos when they knew we had enough, and we cannot recommend them more highly.
Ben C., 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Rochester, NY

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

A Rochester, NY wedding photographer ranges from $350 to $6,300 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Rochester, 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 Rochester, NY?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include John Michael Photography, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

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

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

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