The Best Wedding Photographers in Kent, CT

The Best Wedding Photographers in Kent, CT

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580 Wedding Photographers in Kent, CT

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Kathryn Cooper Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Kent, CT

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 worked with Kathryn for our October 2024 Hindu/Jewish blended wedding and were so happy with our decision!! We spoke with MANY photographers during the planning process trying to decide who fit our style and personality leading up to our wedding. Neither of us feel super comfortable in front of the camera so it was important to us that we found someone who truly fit us and what we were looking for. Kathryn's warmth, adventurous spirit, and genuine curiosity about us as a couple really stood out, and we immediately knew she was who we wanted to work with. We had a large wedding with many Hindu/Jewish traditions making the day busy & hectic, but Kathryn's professionalism and calm attitude made us feel at ease. We really appreciated how on top of it she was, sticking to our timeline and facilitating our rather large (and rowdy!) group, all while making the staged photos seamless and the candids from the reception/baraat so special and a true representation our special day. The colors are just magnificent, and we had many guests compliment her work, fun nature, and professionalism throughout the night. Thank you Kathryn for making our day so wonderful!!
Sharon R., 10 months ago
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Meraki Photo, Inc. - Award Winning Wedding Photographer 

4.9

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Kent, CT
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Your wedding day is a story of connection, from the quiet moments you share before the ceremony to the wild celebration on the dance floor. Our purpose is to capture all of it, the big emotions, the small details, and everything in between with a genuine and artistic eye. We don't just take pictures; we create a timeless narrative of your love story that you'll cherish forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our very first meeting with Rayleen to discuss what we wanted out of our wedding photos and engagement session, we knew we were in the right hands. She was bubbly, asked the right questions, giving us the feeling that she genuinely wanted to get to know us, and attentive to detail. These characteristics show through her work and we will treasure these photos for the rest of our lives. I also want to add that if you feel semi awkward having photos taken of you like I do, have no fear with Rayleen! I so appreciated that she would gently move me into a position that was the most flattering for me and made me feel so confident. Our photos came out so incredibly beautiful and we will be booking with Rayleen for any and all future events for photography.
Carolyn, 7 months ago
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Ciro Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Kent, CT

Thank you for taking time to visit. We take much care in providing beautiful, honest photos which represent the true moments of your day and will be cherished for generations. Creating an exeptional experience is very important to us and we look forward to meeting you.

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Rich was a dream to work with. Our photos came out beautifully, and Rich had such a calm and reassuring presence throughout our wedding day. We got our photos as much sooner than we expected, and we were thrilled with the results.
Allison F., a year ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kent, CT

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Sound’s Original for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with our choice! From our first meeting, they were incredibly responsive and provided great advice on the timeline. The website had guidelines that were extremely helpful. They have templates that make it smooth to organize photo taking. On the big day, Taylor and Ramzi arrived early and seamlessly blended in with our guests while capturing beautiful candid moments. They must us feel confident and had tons of fun during the photos! They managed to capture all the little details we spent so much time planning. The final photos were delivered quickly and the quality is outstanding.We love our photos so much! Overall, we felt that the investment was worth every penny, and we highly recommend Sound’s Original to any couple looking for a talented and professional photographer!
Keliana R., a year ago
Oden & Janelle Photographers 

5.0

Kent, CT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000

WEDDINGS • FAMILIES • ENGAGEMENT OUR FOCUS...CANDID + TIMELESS PHOTOS Capturing the love stories of others is our favorite! We love people and are passionate about marriage, family + photography. We promise to provide you with not only photos you will love but will cherish for years to come. We love capturing those emotional, fun, and candid moments.

I absolutely LOVE working with Oden & Janelle! As a wedding planner who has worked with many photographers, this dynamic duo is one of my all-time favorites for the beautiful way they see and capture details and emotions on the wedding day, the organized communication they maintain throughout the planning process with both me as a planner and with their couples, and for the enthusiastic attitude they have on a wedding day which makes the whole photo experience more fun for everyone. They are a perfect combination of classy and fun!
Juniper & Lace Events, 3 years ago

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Greenwood Moments Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Kent, CT
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Hi! I'm Kristen. I'm a wedding, boudoir, and portrait photographer who loves to make people laugh, connect with each other, and feel beautiful in their own skin. Based in New Milford, CT and serving Connecticut and beyond. Questions? Visit my website!

From the moment we first connected with Greenwood Moments Photography, their communication style was incredibly easy, collaborative, and clear. The quality of their work is simply stunning - their photos are beautifully styled, artistic, warm, and capture the authentic moments of our special day in such a wonderful way. Kristen, our photographer, truly went above and beyond to make us feel at ease in front of the camera, despite our concerns that we might be awkward or unphotogenic. She was so helpful throughout the day, and her gentle guidance resulted in photos that we will cherish forever. We are over the moon with how our wedding pictures turned out, and we cannot recommend Greenwood Moments Photography enough to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Natalie D., a month ago
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Villetto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kent, CT

Hello! We are Rob + Kelly Villetto and we are so happy that you clicked through to check out more. Who are we and what are we about? Well first, we are parents to the coolest little girl around and to two gorgeous pups that we love more than most people. We started photographing weddings over nine years ago and have never looked back. Our approach to wedding photography is simple, keep it fun, informal and most of all, real. We knew from the start we wanted to tell wedding stories in the purest way - capturing true emotions without persuasion. No trends or unrealistic over-posing.

Rob & Kelly are a DREAM to work with. Not only do they take stunning photographs, but they are super organized through the whole planning process and were the most kind people to have by our side on such a big day. We really wanted documentary style photos, and they did just that! They allowed us to enjoy our day on our terms and were there to capture each and every sweet moment as it naturally unfolded. We also did an engagement shoot with them & those photos turned out amazing as well to use for Save the Dates & our guest book! We LOVE Kelly & Rob and will rave about them forever.
Jessica F., a year ago
Visions By Corey LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Kent, CT
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At Visions By Corey, we offer comprehensive photography and videography services, expertly blending visual artistry and storytelling to create timeless memories of your wedding day. Our hybrid approach ensures that every cherished moment is beautifully captured in both photographs and films, providing a seamless and sophisticated experience for our clients

Visions By Corey LLC was a pleasure to work with for our wedding photography. Corey and his team were very professional and accommodating throughout the entire process. The work they produced was great - they captured all the special moments of our day perfectly. Corey was a pleasure to have around, and he and his team contributed to making our wedding day truly memorable. We would highly recommend Visions By Corey LLC to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Paul B., a year ago
Claudia Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Kent, CT

Eclectic, documentary, editorial, dreamy. Nothing makes me happier than witnessing and capturing love stories. I believe that feelings are magic, and that I can capture that magic to translate it to art, to timeless memories.

Claudia is one of the best photographers I've ever worked with. With an incredible eye for detail, she is amazing at freezing moments in time in the most masterful, artistic way. Her style is gorgeous and truly her own. I've seen firsthand how hard she works for her clients, getting to know them well and giving them a lot of attention and warmth. Claudia is so supportive of other vendors and a great team player and above all, just the most fun, energetic and kind person you'll ever meet. I highly recommend her!
Emily Louick, 3 years ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Kent, CT

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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Eivan's Photo & Video was an exceptional choice for our wedding photography. From the start, their communication throughout the booking process was excellent - they were responsive, informative, and helpful in answering all of our questions. On the day of the wedding, their team of photographers and videographers were professional, passionate, and patient with all of our guests and family members, ensuring they captured every special moment. Eivan's just recently shot our engagement photos as well, and we were thrilled with the results. I highly recommend Eivan's Photo & Video to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated team to document their wedding day.
Nudelissan H., 10 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Kent, CT

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

Our photographer Caroline was so nice and accommodating! She made us feel so comfortable which is not easy as I am not a photogenic person. We loved having her at the wedding. She fit right in with the crowd so she got some amazing pictures. We love all of our photos but especially the ceremony shots and the candids from the reception. The planning process was amazing- no notes. We wouldn’t change anything!I’m
Andrew, 9 months ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Kent, CT
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Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Don't take our word for it, see it for yourself on our website. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

Awarded Best of Zola
The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., 9 months ago
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Enchanted Celebrations 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Kent, CT
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Changing the game in the wedding industry, Enchanted Celebrations aims to successfully redefine the paradigm of personalization and compassion in each wedding. Whether we are capturing your love story behind a lens or mixing your perfect wedding day soundtrack, Enchanted Celebrations has the experts to create the wedding day vibes you’ve always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Enchanted Celebrations was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding video. From the first time we spoke, they were attentive and helpful, answering all of our questions and guiding us through the process. On the day of our wedding, they were fantastic and really kept me calm, knowing my video was in great hands. The quality of their work is absolutely stunning - the footage they captured truly brings our special day to life in the most beautiful way. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend Enchanted Celebrations to any couple looking for exceptional videography services.
Julia, a year ago
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3:17 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kent, CT

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
From the moment we reached out to 3:17 Photography, their communication was professional yet caring. Their dedication to their craft was clear in the amazing value they provided. On our wedding day, one photographer stayed with me while the other was with my husband, ensuring they captured multiple angles of our special moments. They truly felt like an additional set of caring friends who helped make our day go exactly as we had envisioned. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend 3:17 Photography to any couple planning their wedding.
Justis P., a year ago
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Alena Kostromia Photography & Video 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Kent, CT

As a wedding photographer and videographer serving New York and New Jersey, my team and I are dedicated to creating authentic, timeless, and emotionally rich visuals that tell the story of your special day. With over 11 years of experience in the industry, we've developed a keen eye for capturing the natural nuances, energy, and relationships that make each wedding unique. Our style combines wedding photojournalism with fine art and fashion photography. We focus on guiding rather than posing, allowing your photos to reflect the genuine essence and emotion of your celebration.

Awarded Best of Zola
Alena Kostromia Photography & Video was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. From the very start, her communication was prompt, transparent, and she was always available to answer our questions. The quality of Alena's work was excellent, especially considering the value we received. We loved the colors and artistic components captured in our photos -she really has an eye for detail. Alena even provided us with stunning engagement pictures beforehand that set the tone for the rest of our wedding imagery. On the day of, Alena and her team were on time and took charge of keeping our large wedding party of 16 people on schedule. We couldn't recommend Alena Kostromina Photography & Video highly enough to any couple looking for top-notch photography services for their special day.
Maram, 7 months ago
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Christopher Duggan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,950
  • Serves Kent, CT

In the 20 years that I've been photographing professionally, I’ve honed my skill of knowing when to step in and make things happen, and when to step back and simply *allow* things to happen. Documenting the REAL emotion of the day is how we capture those picture-perfect moments. They happen organically, not by force, and I promise you: we're not going to miss ANY of them. = )

Awarded Best of Zola
Christopher was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the moment we met him at our engagement shoot, my husband and I felt completely at ease and truly cared for throughout the entire process. Christopher's warm and professional demeanor put us right at ease, and he made sure we were able to truly enjoy our day. His assistant Danica was also equally as talented, professional, and kind. The photos were beautiful and captured all the perfect moments. We highly recommend Christopher and his team to any couple looking for an experienced, talented, and genuinely kind photographer.
Meredith, 7 months ago
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Kam Wickam Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kent, CT
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Kam Wickam is based in New York City photographing on both digital and film. Drawing from a blend of expertise in fine art and a degree in psychology, Wickam infuses her passion for photography with an editorial approach to portraiture. Her captivating images command attention, exuding a dynamic reminiscent of high-fashion magazine spreads while also capturing intricacies through the connections she forms with her subjects.

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Kam and her team at Kam Wickam Photography were an absolute pleasure to work with for our multi-day wedding celebration in Austin, Texas. From our very first interaction, Kam was prompt in her communication, easy to talk to, and incredibly helpful in answering all of our questions. On the wedding days, she was on it from beginning to end, capturing the most gorgeous, unique shots that truly felt like works of art. (I added some of my favorite film shots she took!) Despite having to photograph at multiple locations over the course of 3 days, Kam and her team were incredibly flexible. We are thrilled with the final photos and could not recommend Kam Wickam Photography more highly for any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable photography team to help make their special day unforgettable.
Lauren, 8 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kent, CT
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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
We couldn’t be happier with the incredible work Portraits by Sean did on our wedding day! From start to finish, he was professional, creative, and so easy to work with. Sean stayed until the very end of the night, capturing every special moment without ever making us feel rushed. One of the things we really appreciated was how he worked with the kids—getting them to smile and be comfortable without any stress. Their ability to blend in while also capturing candid, beautiful moments was outstanding. We were blown away by the quality of the photos, and they truly exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Portraits by Sean to anyone looking for a talented and reliable photographer to capture the magic of their day!
Kurt, 5 months ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kent, CT

I’m Edgar, an HTX-raised native with Salvadorian roots. I am the owner, creative director, and lead photographer at Anchor Studios Photography. I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Pittsburgh, PA! However, the stories I capture don't start and end there. I love to travel to capture stories all around the world.

Awarded Best of Zola
Anchor Studios Photography communicated in-depth about what to expect for the engagement photo process, was quick to respond, and personable. The quality of their work was truly impressive. The photos were sharp, true to life, and had a clean, polished look. We got our engagement photos back in about 5 weeks. Anchor Studios fully met our expectations at every turn and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Lindsey, 3 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kent, CT

My name is Ali Cushing, a NY-based/working anywhere, visual storyteller who captures the authentic experience with intention. It's feeling, and it's found in the whirlwind and the still moments, in heightened emotion and calm, and above all, celebrating what makes you and your partner exactly who you are with the people you choose to surround yourself with. In my work composition serves to frame the feeling, with permission to be raw, outrageous, reserved, and unabashedly yourself. I make photos about the day and not the day about the photos. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

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I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with Ali! She reached out to me on Zola and I am so glad she did. I was impressed with her portfolio and I really loved seeing how she would capture little moments in the weddings she had done. We set up a video call before booking and we clicked. She is very calm and helped with my pre-wedding nerves. She worked with us on a payment plan and she was always very quick to respond to any of my questions. She really listened to what we wanted. She got to the venue early to scout out different shots and came to check in with me a couple of times before we even began taking photos, which I did not expect but was very sweet and considerate of her. When we were taking photos, she really helped to guide the more “posed” photos but she also captured a lot of beautiful candid moments. We had so many guests come up to us and compliment her and that was before we even got the photos back. She sent us our sneak peeks the next day and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. She captured so many beautiful moments and her style is exactly what we wanted. Nothing felt “overly edited” just perfectly genuine. I cannot recommend Ali enough. I cannot wait to see the full gallery of photos because I know they will be nothing short of perfect.
Cecelia W., a year ago
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So Behold This Inc. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Kent, CT
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From the first moment my grandfather placed a Sony Cybershot in my hands at age 13, I knew the magic of capturing life's most profound and intimate moments was meant for me. Now, after nearly 24 years behind the lens, what began as a childhood hobby has become everything to me. My commitment to you as your photographer is to apply my skill, creative mind, and decades of experience to your occasion so you have fantastic, tangible memories to look back on years from now. I have made it my goal to become proficient across a wide range of photographic/editing styles, in order to better serve the needs and preferences of each individual client.

Awarded Best of Zola
Johnny is truly a genius. Not only are the shots absolutely gorgeous, but he completely captured the essence of my husband and I in every photo. He totally got our vibe in our engagement and our wedding photos and we could not be more delighted! In addition to his impressive talent behind the camera he was also so helpful throughout the day. We had the pleasure of meeting his videographer friend Alegre who thought of EVERYTHING when it came to making the day go by more smoothly. From carrying my makeup bag for touch ups, to making sure we didn’t lose our phones she was on top of it without even having to ask. She saved our collective sanities multiple time throughout the day. Honestly we cannot say enough good things about Johnny and Alegre. We highly, HIGHLY, recommend their services.
Meg F., 2 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Kent, CT

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2025, 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., a year ago
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MJC IMAGE 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Kent, CT

Hey, I'm Mary! It's nice to meet you. Summing up who I am in an "about me" is always difficult. What you must know: (1) I'm a nerd. If you want to talk video games, LOTR or Doctor Who, we HAVE to sit down for a bourbon or a coffee. (2) Yes, I will be out on that dance floor with you snapping away while joining in on the fun. And (3), while I'm a photographer first, supporting you during the planning process feels crucial to me - from building a timeline to having your back any way I can. Woman/LGBTQIA+ Owned

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Having Mary as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our first phone call to engagement photos to the day of she was so helpful, warm, and organized; she made getting the photos we wanted and being where we needed to be at the right time feel so easy and fun. And the photos speak for themselves; we absolutely love them!!
Julia J., a year ago
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WildRoot Moments 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,999
  • Serves Kent, CT

Please contact me on Instagram or fill out my submission form on my website as I'm not on ZOLA often. Timeless, editorial imagery with a warm, documentary approach. From the grand, luxurious details to the quiet, candid glances you share when no one’s watching, I’m there to preserve it all with intention. If you’re dreaming of wedding photos that feel both refined and deeply personal, I’d love to bring your vision to life.

I can’t recommend Destiny enough! From start to finish, she was absolutely amazing. Her professionalism and efficiency made the entire elopement experience stress-free, while her warm and friendly personality made it all the more enjoyable. She gave clear and helpful instructions, making it easy to feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera. The photos turned out beautifully, capturing every special moment perfectly. She truly made our day unforgettable, and we’re so grateful for her talent and the joy she brought to the entire process! If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only skilled but also a joy to work with, look no further! We loved her and will be working with her again.
Sharmoné P., 6 months ago
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Cate Barry Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Kent, CT

I am a Connecticut-based wedding and portrait photographer obsessed with candid moments, real emotion, and the connections between human beings. I strive to capture life as we actually live it: full of beauty and roughness, joy and struggle, extravagance and simplicity. When I photograph you, I’m not thinking about getting likes on social media. I’m thinking about what will make your heart grow three times its size. I’m thinking about what will make you ugly-cry, looking back. I’m thinking about you seeing how awesome and truly loved you are.

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My husband I decided to elope, planning the whole event in a week. It was important to me to get great photos to share with the friends and family who wouldn't be with us on the day. As soon as I saw Cate Barry's portfolio, especially with the candid photos, I knew that she was the right person to capture the true spirit of the day. Luckily, she was able to squeeze us into her calendar, and our preliminary meetings with Cate were fantastic: she made sure she understood our priorities—super open to who we are and what we care about—and she acted as friend, therapist, and wedding expert in a very frantic time. She even recommended a fantastic officiant who was exactly our speed. On the day, the three of us met up for some outdoor photos before the ceremony, and while I was afraid my husband and I might be awkward or stiff, Cate put us at ease immediately, and we were smiling with natural poses in no time. Then at the venue, Cate both contributed to and captured the joyful, relaxed atmosphere of the day.  We got our photos in record time, and even when we first flicked through the images on my phone over pizza, we could immediately tell Cate had memorialized the magic of the day, from happy tears to spontaneous jumping up and down with our witnesses. It means a lot to have wonderful pictures to share with our loved ones, and we would work with Cate again in a heartbeat.
KR, 6 months ago

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