The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Essex, MA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Essex, MA

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214 Wedding Photographers in Essex, MA

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Kirsten Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Essex, MA

Kirsten is a wedding and couples photographer who believes the best moments are the ones you didn’t plan, paired with editorial style posing and natural guidance. Her passion is capturing emotions and candid moments in a way that feels effortless and fun. She creates a relaxed atmosphere so you will never feel awkward in front of the camera. Through gentle prompts, movement, and an intuitive approach, Kirsten helps couples feel comfortable, confident, and fully present, allowing their connection to unfold naturally and be captured honestly.

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Kirsten did a wonderful job of making us feel comfortable. My wife and I don’t take photos of ourselves and can feel awkward posing but Kirsten made things instructional and easy to follow without being self-conscious. I really appreciated her conscientiousness regarding small talk because she was so pleasant to talk with but also gave us plenty of room to breathe after such a big moment. We’re incredibly happy with how our photos turned out and would highly recommend her!
Noah and A., 2 months ago
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Meghan Kannan Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hi! I am Meg, a mom of two beautiful boys, married to my high school sweetheart, and have a deep passion for capturing couples in love. I have a masters degree in early childhood. I taught preschool for 7 years before having children. 2024 will be my seventh year in the biz. My true passion, is capturing weddings. Documenting couple’s special day, and making beautiful art. My favorite part of being a photographer is that I am able to give couples something tangible to have forever. You will have these photos to look back on forever and remember your big day. This is why I love lifestyle photography. It's full of emotion.

Awarded Best of Zola
Meghan is amazing. The best wedding photographer in the business!! Meghan worked so hard to get to know us as a couple and personalize our experience. She knew how to capture our love story during our engagement shoot and the results were so beautiful. She is so knowledgeable of the industry and was able to help make sure we had everything we needed before the wedding to get the content and shots we wanted. Because Meghan was so thorough and her attention to detail, I was able to be in the moment and enjoy our wedding day trusting her to capture the moments we could cherish forever. It would be a mistake to ask her to be your photographer and be a part of the magic she will create for you on your wedding day.
Courtney, 7 months ago
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Jess Sinatra Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,550
  • Serves Essex, MA

We are as invested in your wedding as you are! My team and I strive to create a comfortable, trusting environment for all of our couples by connecting before we even start shooting, building a friendship where being in front of the camera is fun and easy and your vision is brought to life. In other words, I would like your experience with us to be the least stressful part of your wedding day. There will be posing and direction, but we pride ourselves on our unobtrusive, candid style. After all, you are the stars of the day, but you don’t need to feel the cameras in your face all the time.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where to start? My husband and I hired Jess and her team for photography and videography after connecting on Instagram. I fell in love with her overall style and ability to authentically capture the day for what it is. Aside from her professional ability, Jess is such a kind person who made us feel completely comfortable being ourselves. We were able to fully take in our big day and felt like we were hanging out with friends who were taking our picture. Along with some inspo shots I provided, allowing Jess to have total creative freedom led to a fun, timeless and classic wedding album we will cherish for years to come. Thank you to Jess, Evan, Mike and William for being a part of our day and creating magic!
Courtney D., a year ago
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Photography Your Way 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,395
  • Serves Essex, MA

"Photography Your Way, based in Peabody, Massachusetts, is the artistic vision of capturing love stories uniquely. With a rich portfolio encompassing over 3000 weddings, our lens paints narratives that transcend time. Rave reviews on other platforms . New to Zola . You will have our commitment to turning moments into timeless memories. Trust Photography Your Way to visually articulate your love story with authenticity and creativity."

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From the moment we booked Photography Your Way, Gary and his team were nothing short of exceptional. They were immediately responsive, efficient, and answered all of our questions leading up to the big day. On our wedding day, Gary brought such incredible energy and enthusiasm, spending plenty of time with all of our guests - especially the bridal party - capturing so many fun and memorable moments. The final photos were absolutely stunning and exceeded our expectations. Gary has captured several weddings for my family in the past, and it was a no-brainer to hire him to preserve the beauty of our special day. We are thrilled with the work Photography Your Way provided and would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Kait A., a year ago
Sarah Gates Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hi, I’m Sarah, I’ve been a wedding photographer for over 10 years, ever since I shot my first wedding at 19. Based in Haverhill, Massachusetts MA, with a studio in Newburyport MA, I specialize in capturing moody, dramatic images with warm tones and vibrant colors. I offer wedding packages for everything from intimate elopements to destination weddings, serving couples across New England and beyond.

From the moment we booked Sarah Gates Photography, we knew we were in good hands. Sarah's communication style was understanding, clear, and prompt throughout the entire process. She demonstrated a dedication to her craft that was evident in the quality of her work. Sarah was diligent and professional, staying on track to capture all the important moments of our special day. She helped us feel comfortable and confident during our engagement and wedding photo sessions, continuously hyping me up and capturing so many beautiful memories. Sarah is extremely kind and easy to get along with, which was a huge help in keeping me calm during the more stressful parts of the wedding day. We could not be happier with the value Sarah provided and would highly recommend her services to any couple looking for a talented, personable photographer to document their big day.
Cali R., 2 years ago
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Ergin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hi, I’m Ergin — a Boston-based wedding photographer with a passion for turning moments into timeless memories. My approach blends modern elegance with natural storytelling. I focus on capturing genuine emotions, real connections, and all the little in-between moments that make your day unforgettable. With experience photographing weddings across Boston and New England, I strive to create a calm and enjoyable experience for every couple I work with. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a small, intimate gathering, I’m here to capture your story in the most authentic and beautiful way. Let’s create something timeless together.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ergin was great! Very professional and really made sure you felt comfortable with every picture.
Richard A., 2 years ago
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Nina Weinstein Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hey there! My name is Nina and I'm a passionate, supportive and inclusive wedding and elopement photographer for laidback, super in love couples. I primarily serve the Boston and New Hampshire region but am always up to travel throughout New England! My main jam is getting to know my couples so we can have an absolute ball working together! If you love city views, day trip adventures and good breakfast food, we could be the perfect match!

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I got married 9/2/2023, Nina was thoughtful throughout the day and she made our special day so much easier. She perfectly captured our vision and the photos turned out very authentic, just as what we wanted. The pictures are candid which made it more memorable. Nina guided us during the planning and made great suggestions. She was very respectful and have A LOT of patience. Nina, thank you so much and we are so glad we chose you as our wedding photographer and making our day extra special. You are the best!!!
Kelvin & E., 2 years ago
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Pictus Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hi there! I’m Ben, and welcome to Pictus Photography. From the first moment I picked up a camera, I knew photography was something special to me—I’ve always had an eye for capturing meaningful moments. Even after years behind the lens, my passion continues to drive me to grow, learn, and refine my craft.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ben captured all of the special moments of our day, from the heartfelt ceremony to the lively reception. His attention to detail and artistic eye resulted in stunning photos that perfectly reflect the love and joy we felt on our wedding day! He was absolutely amazing to work with; he is reliable, funny, comes prepared and made it so that we were not uncomfortable during both the engagement shoot and our wedding. Ben and his assistant Eli’s creative vision, professionalism, and friendly demeanor made our wedding so much more enjoyable. We highly recommend Ben to anyone looking for a talented and professional photographer who will make your day unforgettable!
Maddy N., 5 months ago
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Lumière Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hello, Lovebirds! We are Mari & Cris—your dedicated wedding storytellers. With our combined expertise, deep passion for photography, and a keen eye for authentic moments, we are here to capture the magic of your BIG DAY in a way that is heartfelt, genuine, and uniquely YOU. Every laugh, every tear, every stolen glance—we'll be there to document it all, ensuring that your love story is preserved beautifully for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the best experience with Cris and Mari for our engagement photoshoot! From the moment we arrived, they made us feel so comfortable and guided us with great posing ideas that felt natural and effortless. The entire session was fun, relaxed, and full of creativity. When we received our photos, we were absolutely blown away—they truly captured our love and emotions beautifully! Every shot was stunning, and you can tell they put so much care and attention into their work. If you’re looking for photographers who are talented, professional, and make the experience enjoyable, we highly recommend Cris and Mari!
Michelle S., a year ago
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Liza Lavine Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Essex, MA

I am a wedding photographer based in Providence, Rhode Island. My love for photography began over a decade ago and has been an integral part of my creative journey ever since. With a solid foundation in fashion photography, I bring a unique perspective to capturing weddings. Five years ago, I shot my first wedding, and it was an unforgettable experience. Being part of such a special day and bringing joy to my couples is incredibly important to me. I am passionate about capturing the most intimate and significant moments of your wedding day, ensuring that each photograph tells the unique story of your love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liza helped to capture our perfect day exactly how we had hoped. She was so diligent about every thing we wanted and never hesitated to get the perfect shot, and EVERY shot was perfect. Nearly all of our guests have complimented how well she did and how well she captured the essence of us, our guests, and the night. She was incredible to work with and truly made us feel comfortable in every setting we took photos. I would recommend her to any and everyone. So much love and gratitude to her!!
Kayla M., 5 months ago
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Kaitlin Toto Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Essex, MA

I’m a storyteller. That’s what I’m here to do - document the story of one of your greatest celebrations. My work is heavily focused on the authentic, unplanned moments. My approach is observational and real, creating images that are genuine representations of you, those you love, and the space and moments you share. I create true-to-life images that will bring you back to some of your sweetest, most treasured moments for years to come. If you’re looking for a light-hearted, boisterous creative to work with, you’ve found her. I'm people-centric which means that, I'm focusing on you, your guests, and the real moments you're sharing together.

Awarded Best of Zola
I knew we needed to book Kaitlin from the second I found her Zola profile, but it was completely solidified by our meet and greet meeting. Kaitlin is exactly as described. So personal, completely herself, open and transparent, I could go on and on. One of the biggest things that sold us with Kaitlin (besides her work) was the fact that she gave us advice on what to look for/questions to ask with other photography vendors while we were on our hunt. We had our engagement photos in October in Boothbay Harbor and we are actually located in Western Mass. I had ideas in my head about what would work and Kaitlin made the drive to check out the locations and ensure they actually would. One of my locations wasn't the best lighting wise and she gave multiple other options to get similar looks. We actually ended up doing some downtown photos which are some of my favorites (which is a little a lie because I am obsessed with all of them). I read in multiple of Kaitlin's reviews that she makes awkward people comfortable behind the camera and I am here to say it is true. I was so stressed going into things, worried my hair looked bad, we wouldn't get *the* shot, we would look weird, etc. Kaitlin immediately asked me what my worries were and I felt so at ease. Working with Kaitlin felt like working with with a lifelong friend who really has it all together and is such a professional. I truly know that our wedding day is going to be that much better knowing she is going to be there documenting it all.
Rachel K., a year ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Essex, MA

* PLEASE INQUIRE ON WEBSITE* HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures!

Awarded Best of Zola
I'm forever grateful for Ashley for perfectly capturing the best day of my life! Every time I look back at the photos and videos she took on our wedding day, I'm able to experience my dream coming true time and time again. Ashley made it so easy for us- from scheduling, poses, locations, and just always being ready- she made things so simple and stress free. She was professional in her skills, not only in taking beautiful photos but in adhering to the timeline and organizing family/group photos too! Her happiness and excitement is contagious and uplifts everyone around her. I HIGHLY recommend booking with Ashley!
Ashley D., a year ago
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All Things C Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Essex, MA

All Things C Photography is a professional wedding photography business based out of Plainville, MA, specializing in contemporary and stylized collections. In love with all things wedding-related, Courtney gives her heart to documenting magical moments, preserving a couple's most precious memories. She strives to capture the raw emotions and authentic expressions, showcasing the big day as it really happened. Newlyweds are sure to cherish their once-in-a-lifetime collection for many years. All Things C Photography offers packages for engagement photoshoots and weddings.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked All Things C Photography, Courtney was quick to respond, attentive to our needs, and consistently kind throughout the entire process. Her work was not only timely, but the final photos were absolutely beautiful and exceeded our expectations. The engagement pictures she took of us were so natural and captured the joy of our relationship perfectly. We are thrilled with the memories captured and cannot recommend Courtney enough to any couple looking for a talented and professional photographer. We cannot wait to have her as our wedding photographer!
Rebecca K., a year ago
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Pretty Nerdy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,925
  • Serves Essex, MA
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FULL PRICE GUIDE IS AVAILABLE BELOW OR ON MY WEBSITE Welcome to Pretty Nerdy Photography where we LOVE our off-beat couples. We are the happy medium between appeasing the expectation for traditional portraits and getting something truly epic! We have mastered a combination of flash and natural light to make sure your day pops! Your photos will always be bold beautiful and vibrant with natural smiles that make you feel your absolute best. We have captured light saber duels, sneaky D&D decor, and even a Harry Potter style wizard battles!

Awarded Best of Zola
OMG! I can’t say enough! Not only was her personality absolutely fun and amazing the sneak peeks I received (within days mind you) were absolutely stunning. Pretty Nerdy Photography will be my go to for any event moving forward!!
Alyssia I., 6 months ago
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Alexis Ann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hi, I'm Alexis and I am a 25 year old full-time photographer! I joined the wedding industry at the beginning of 2020 (perfect timing right?!) and since then have conquered 50+ weddings. My goal is to make your wedding day a care free, enjoyable experience! I will make sure everything is perfect so that you don't have to. Something I tell all of my clients is that I will feel like one of your close friends because I don't stop talking the entire time! I would love to set up a zoom call to discuss everything you are looking for in your wedding day. Thanks -Alexis

Awarded Best of Zola
Alexis was absolutely amazing. She was extremely professional, her photography speaks for itself. She is also an absolute peach to work with, she is so fun and filled with energy. My bridal party loved her and all my guest adored her. She was all over the place following my husband and I. She sent me sneak peaks shortly after my wedding and every pic I swiped through would be even better than the last. I couldn’t be more happy with how they came out. She did such a wonderful job, I get countless compliments on my pictures. I would highly recommend her for any photo opportunity you need. I would rate her 6 stars if I could!
Claire B., 2 years ago
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Felisha Lees Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Essex, MA

I’m Felisha, an Award Winning - Published New England Wedding + Portrait photographer with the honor of capturing love stories and cherished moments across New England since 2013. Photography isn’t just my career—it’s the way I connect with people, turning clients into dear friends and fleeting moments into timeless memories. When I’m not behind the lens, you’ll find me soaking up life with my high school sweetheart, our beautiful daughter, and our two chocolate Labradors. My heart beats for real, authentic moments—the kind where love and laughter come effortlessly.

Awarded Best of Zola
It's been so hard to find the words to capture how much we loved working with Felisha - she is THAT good! Her work is incredible and our wedding photos are ones that we will cherish forever. She captured every moment big and small - and we notice new details or expressions on our guests' faces each time we look through our album. It's so meaningful to have these memories captured on both digital and film for us to reflect on for the rest of our lives and to share with others. Not only is her work amazing - but she is truly an amazing person as well! From the moment we first spoke on the phone for our consult, I knew she needed to be a part of our day and that she would give it the care and attention we were looking for. That feeling was only cemented at our engagement shoot and then of course on our wedding day. She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and helped us bring our best selves forward. We're so thankful for her and cannot recommend her enough!!
Kristin X., 3 months ago
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R&I Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Essex, MA

Situated out of Providence, Rhode Island, R&I Photography is a wedding photography company. Owners, Rebecca and Ilia specialize in providing candid, natural, and artistic photography while helping couples to relax and have fun in front of the camera. Every couple's love is unique and wonderful, and this team wants to give them a collection and an experience they'll remember and cherish forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we met Rebecca and Ilia, the photographers from R&I Photography, we knew we were in good hands. Their warm and professional communication style immediately put us at ease, and their openness to understanding our vision for the day was greatly appreciated. The quality of their work was truly stunning - they captured every moment exactly as we had envisioned, from the candid film photography during the day to the flash photography on the dance floor. Rebecca and Ilia kept us on track throughout the day at our June 2025 wedding, honoring our photo requests while also guiding us in an efficient way so that everyone was happy and had accurate expectations. We loved getting to know them during our engagement session, which was included in our wedding package, and our family and friends are thrilled with the final photos. If we could get married again, we would absolutely choose R&I Photography without a doubt.
Mary and H., 4 months ago
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Chelsea Rush Photography 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,415
  • Serves Essex, MA

📸 Hi, I'm Chelsea, a wedding photographer with a love for capturing joy! With 5 years of professional experience (many more years as a hobbyist), my style mixes classic elegance with candid moments. I believe in creating a relaxed, fun environment, ensuring your special day is beautifully immortalized. Let's capture your love story! 💌

Awarded Best of Zola
Chelsea is AMAZING! We did our engagement shoot and wedding photos with Chelsea; my husband and I head over heels in love with how the photos came out. During all the time we spent with Chelsea, she made us feel so comfortable and natural. We loved how Chelsea let us be ourselves and captured all the beautiful candid moments of us together. She knows how to bring a good balance of candid photos and posed photos (which can sometimes feel awkward, but she made it so easy and fun!). She is insanely creative! We gave her some general direction of what photos we wanted and trusted that she could have fun and surprise us with the results. She more than delivered with this! Chelsea also is so impressive with her turnaround time for photos. Both our engagement shoot photos and wedding photos were returned to us so fast! Our wedding guests raved about the photos. We cannot wait to return to Chelsea in the future, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of a photographer!
Rachel d., 9 months ago
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Jennifer Oliver Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Essex, MA

I am a New England girl through and through - born and raised in Framingham, MA, I now reside with my husband, daughter, cat and dog in Ayer, MA. During a New England Summer, you can catch me at Fenway on a Sunday afternoon or having the best lobster roll (change my mind) at Sesuit Harbor Cafe on Cape Cod. When I’m not taking or editing photos, I am most definitely in the kitchen whipping up a meal from one of Ina Garten’s cookbooks. Love that woman. Or playing with my daughter, Tessa and our pup, Lucy in our backyard. I’m so excited to meet you and to create lasting images that will hang in your home for years to come!

Awarded Best of Zola
We worked with Jen for our engagement photos and loved her energy and of course her quality of work. We couldn’t wait to use her again for our wedding and she did not disappoint! She makes taking pictures so easy and comfortable while also being knowledgeable in what to shoot. From candids to portraits to detail shots, she captured the day perfectly!! Her style is vibrant and journalistic which is exactly what we wanted for our colorful wedding scheme. We cannot recommend her enough!!! Thank you Jen!
Rachael, a year ago
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Randall Garnick Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Essex, MA

It's been 15 years running this small business as a Boston wedding photographer, a New England wedding photographer, working all around the greater Boston area and traveling to destination weddings as well. It's been a crazy ride so far, and I can honestly say I still love what I do! I am so grateful that 400+ wedding couples have trusted me to be a part of their weddings, to document one of the milestone days in their lives, and to create beautiful heirloom albums and artwork they can enjoy for a lifetime. Ultimately, that's what it's all about, serving my clients and creating an amazing experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
Randall was AMAZING to work with! I'm sure as a wedding photographer you need to deal with a lot of unique personalities and unexpected situations. Well I can tell you that Randall is an expert in both of these skills! Like every family, we had our share of characters at the wedding. Unlike most, we had to reschedule (twice), move venues, AND had an additional small ceremony (outside in unseasonable snow) in the height of COVID (Oct 2020). Randall was accommodating, kind, and creative. I'd give him more stars if I could!!
Bryana S., 4 years ago
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Rebecca Love Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Essex, MA

We are Rebecca and Jonathan, wedding and portrait photographers based on Nantucket Island. Named Best of Nantucket's Wedding Photographers in 2018 and 2019, we are a down to earth couple who have been capturing weddings since 2010. If we're not out shooting, you'll find us chasing around our two little girls Willow & Poppy while they chase around their crazy brother, Benny the black lab. We are passionate about serving our couples, and creating a comfortable and joyful experience is our goal. We can't wait to meet you!

Awarded Best of Zola
A few years before I even met my now husband, I attended my aunt and & uncle's wedding that Rebecca had photographed. From that day on, I knew I wanted Rebecca to photograph my wedding and fast forward 5 years later, the best decision we made for our wedding was hiring Rebecca & Jon! They were so prepared, extremely helpful, and incredibly kind throughout the entire process. They captured our day more perfectly than we ever could have imagined - from the smallest details to the most important moments. I haven't stopped looking through our photos since we got them back (should mention that the turnaround time was very impressive!). We’re truly could not recommend them enough!
Maggie W., 4 months ago
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Salma K Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Essex, MA

My biggest passion in life is travel and photography. My goal is to share the latter with you! Whether you are just newly engaged or planning for your special day I would love to create moments and memories with you! I love photographing in places around the city. If I'm not photographing at the Boston Public Garden then I am roaming the streets of back bay and Copley Square or taking in the Boston Harbor views.

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Salma was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first connected, Salma was incredibly responsive, understanding, patient, and fun to work with. Her communication style put us at ease, and her artistic eye and talent for capturing gorgeous, creative shots was apparent in both our engagement and wedding photos. Salma went above and beyond, visiting the venue ahead of time to understand the space and lighting, and even making sure to get beautiful photos of our whole wedding party, including our dog! Despite our initial discomfort in front of the camera, Salma had great ideas for poses that highlighted our love and made us feel natural and comfortable. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend Salma K Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience on their special day.
Jacqui H., a year ago
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Julia Karpyshyn photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Essex, MA
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Julia — a wedding and love story photographer capturing engagements, elopements, and weddings in a natural, artistic way. I create soft, light-filled, timeless imagery that preserves genuine emotion and real connection, while still adapting to each couple’s vision and personality. With over a decade of experience documenting weddings, I’ve learned how to anticipate meaningful moments before they happen and keep the day feeling calm and effortless for you. Your wedding day should feel joyful and fully present — never rushed or overly posed.

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We are absolutely thrilled with our engagement photos, all thanks to Julia! From the moment we first connected, she took the time to really understand who we are as a couple and what mattered most to us. She didn’t just show up with a camera—she showed up with intention, creativity, and a genuine desire to make the experience personal and meaningful. Julia tailored everything to our preferences—from the location to the vibe we were going for—and she made us feel completely at ease throughout the entire shoot. It felt more like a fun adventure than a photo session, and the result was a collection of images that truly reflect us. Every photo feels natural, romantic, and full of joy. We’re beyond grateful for Julia’s talent, warmth, and the effort she put into making this such a memorable experience. If you’re looking for someone who blends professionalism with heart, and who will go above and beyond to customize your shoot, Julia is your person. We can’t recommend her enough!
Tyler, a year ago
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JR Media Solutions 

4.7

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Essex, MA
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Rafael, the owner and creative behind JR Media Solutions. I believe wedding days should feel calm, joyful, and fully lived not rushed or staged. While I’m new to Zola, I’ve spent years photographing and filming weddings across Connecticut and beyond, earning over 100 five-star reviews by being dependable, organized, and genuinely invested in my couples. My approach is simple: show up prepared, stay present, and document your day honestly so you can relive it for years to come.

I would 1000% recommend JR media. He took out court house wedding photos and they were so beautiful. We would definetly book him again in the future. He was prompt, easy to work with, gave us directions which we loved, and made this special moment extra special. Don’t think twice about it just book. The photos were very clear. I uploaded some to Zola. I hope Zola doesn’t diminish the quality but the photos was on point and great quality camera.
Kelsi, 19 days ago
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Allison Barrett Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Essex, MA

Hi! I’m Allison, the heart behind Allison Barrett Photography. I specialize in capturing wedding-day beauty across Newport, Rhode Island and all over New England. My approach goes beyond just taking pretty pictures—I create an experience that becomes part of the memory itself. I’m there to support you through the day, help keep things running smoothly, and capture every genuine moment, laugh, and happy tear along the way. From getting ready with your crew to those just-married golden hour portraits, I’m there with a camera in one hand and a calming presence in the other. Let’s create something beautiful together.

Allison is incredible, we highly recommend! Our engagement and wedding photos turned out flawless, and she felt like a true extension of our wedding planning team. From start to finish, she was the epitome of professionalism and her communication and organization made our wedding day flow very smoothly. She made us and our family/friends feel totally comfortable throughout hours of wedding photos and ensured that we got every shot we envisioned. We will definitely be working with Allison again!
Payton M., 7 months ago
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Margaret K. Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $9,500
  • Serves Essex, MA

Margaret specializes in classic, editorial, and candid wedding and engagement photography in NJ, NYC, and destination weddings. Margaret captures weddings with heart and authenticity. Known for her professionalism, vibrantly true-to-color images, and warm presence, she makes her couples feel at ease and confident.

Awarded Best of Zola
Margaret was better than I could’ve asked! Leading up to the day she was so easy to communicate with. She created a timeline for the day and any thoughts I had she took them into account and found a way to incorporate them into the plan. Truely felt like a team because of how kind and thoughtful she is. Get to the day, she was a calming presence for sure. She showed up with a smile on her face and seamlessly cued the bridesmaids and myself throughout. She was present but didn’t hover it was the perfect balance. Along with that she was my hype girl throughout it 3 Now let’s talk about the pictures, I’m not used to getting my picture taken and feel so uncomfortable being the center of attention but she tells you every detail you need, and if something doesn’t look right she’ll correct it gracefully in the moment. I felt like I got to enjoy my day without it feeling like a photoshoot. She delivered the pictures so fast!! A couple of my bridesmaids made comments about how fast the turnaround time was…and they were breathtaking!! Better than I ever could have imagined, I can’t stop looking at them. Not a moment was missed and due to her talent we have the most perfect picture to remind us of our special day for the rest of our lives. Do yourself a favor and book with her, worth every penny.
Sonya A., a year ago