New York Wedding Photographers Guide, New York Wedding Guide Advice from OurWeddingDay.com

Bride Sign In
Vendor Sign In

New York Wedding Photographers Guide

The Picture of Sophisticated Romance in NYC

New York weddings instantly call to mind glamorous, chic affairs. There’s no shortage of classic American architecture and landmarks in the New York area to serve as the perfect backdrop to the biggest day of your life. From the top of the iconic skyline to the cobblestoned side streets of the city, and from the shores of Long Island to the towns and villages throughout the New York metropolitan area, a picture of sophisticated romance is always right around the corner.

Flash of Genius.

So how do you find the New York photographer who can frame your wedding day perfectly? Ask some of the other vendors you’ve hired or spoken to. Wedding professionals in New York often work together, so good caterers tend to know good photographers, ect. Then, ask your friends who were married in New York who they hired, if they were happy with the results, and what, if anything, they would have done differently. Their hindsight is your 20/20 vision.

While researching wedding photographers in New York decide on the kind of photos you want. Many couples nowadays like photojournalism (candid pictures that are not posed) instead of, or in addition to, traditional formal shots. Then consider color vs. black & white. You should have an opinion about these details before you meet a photographer face to face. New York’s energetic and eclectic vibe may inspire you and your photographer to create your wedding album using a variety of styles.

When you’re ready to find and select one, go to the OurWeddingDay.com New York Local Vendor section for a regularly updated, extensive list of top New York Wedding Photographers.

When you interview a New York area wedding photographer look through an entire album of one wedding they shot, not just a book of “best of” shots. It’s important to understand their visual style for a whole day, not just one glorious shot of the couple exchanging vows. Remember, the photographer you hire will be a “guest” at your wedding, and you need to feel comfortable for great wedding photos to be possible, so it’s imperative that you like them.

The Best Angle.

There are many different kinds of photographers, especially in New York, but you need someone who knows the specific intricacies of wedding photography: How to manipulate the lighting, what to photograph and when, and how to get the appropriate feel you’re looking for.

New York area wedding photography prices are going to vary, but you should expect to spend about 10% of your total budget on the service. Though that may seem a little extravagant at first, it only makes sense to invest in these pictures: You deserve all the time and enthusiasm that you’re putting into your wedding day to be captured forever beautifully.

-Jason Drews