Top 8 Wedding Photographers in Newark, NJ

Newark’s abundance of wedding photographers who excel in their craft is well-known. Many of the photographers we unveil here in this list came into the art world recently and have made waves with their skill. Still others are long-time veterans of the field, with celebrity and mentorship work on their resumes.

New Jersey has become a hot-spot for both engagement and wedding photography. Natural light and candid emotions are some of the current paradigms being expressed in the field. In this way, the artistic photography these pros have to offer is both inspiring and competitive. For your own wedding plan, you will have many eyes to choose from.  

Ready to start your search for wedding photographers in Newark, NJ? Check out this list of some of the city's top talent to find the best match for your big day.

JD Photography, LLC

JD Photography has been recognized as a top studio by The Knot in 2018, 2017, and 2016. The timelessness of Marlene's images is accentuated by her blog’s insights about excellent wedding venues throughout New Jersey. The company is named after the founder’s son Jathan Daniel who is on the autism spectrum. Through her studio, she provides free photography for children with special needs.

Check out her site to see images from some of the recent weddings she photographed. We find her portfolio to be personalized and intimate, each gallery distinctly designed for the couple under the lens.  

Mary B Photography & Design

Mary B’s wedding images are full of splendor and elegance. As a goal from the outset, she will help to capture those intimate moments that may otherwise be forgotten. In the past, she’s managed photo shoots for celebs like TD Jakes, Oprah Winfrey, and Venus Williams. As a 25-year veteran of the photographic world, her experience surpasses much of the competition.

Mary studied fine art in high school then went on to later attend the Fashion Institute of Technology and Brooklyn College. She now teaches Graphic Design at the New York City College of Technology and is an expert in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Her extensive background has paid off and is evidenced in even a quick glance over her portfolio.

Alto Wedding Studio

Alto Wedding Studio has photographed over one thousand weddings. Their high quality work is partly enabled by the pre-wedding discussions they arrange with each and every client.

The Alto team takes take pride in their work and make sure to not fall back on the “Factory Wedding” style of photographic production that many other studios may default to. They artfully craft their images based upon the interplay between client suggestions and their own artistic inferences.

Iryna Shostak Photography

From classic storytelling to iconic portraiture, Iryna Shostak provides photographic assemblages for a variety of needs. Her interest in photography came as a surprise to her when she rented a camera while taking a Digital Photography course in Ukraine.  Since then, she’s received the Couple’s Choice award several years in a row from Wedding Wire.

The high level of attention she places on details shows through in her work. Any inquiring potential clients will see from her website's professionalism and portfolio shots the kind of job she does. Iryna describes her personality type from the Enneagram test as a Type 1 - The Reformer. In this way, she's fixated on improvement and strives towards perfection with her client work.

Kelly Sea Images

Kelly Sea’s images have a charming elegance to them. She works with clients from all over and her approach appeals to those with tastes for country living and natural decor and scenery. Kelly personally has a taste for classic cars, rock n' roll, and decades-old boating equipment.

All of her work has an abundance of natural lighting. View her site portfolio of past work for a taste of the kind of photographic style that Kelly is known for.

Courtney Simpson Photography

Do you have a taste for the dreamy and organic? If so, Courtney Simpson Photography may be the perfect choice for your wedding. She’s been recognized by Martha Stewart Weddings, New Jersey Bride, Wedding Chicks, and Strictly Weddings as a top pro in the field of wedding photography.

Courtney can work with you in Newark or beyond for destination weddings. Her website features a blog where you can get to know more about her, see previous client celebrations, and learn about photography subjects such as her tips on wedding planning,

Ryan Elizabeth Photography

Light-filled and gorgeous work is pasted all over Ryan Elizabeth’s photography site. She’s a beach girl with a love for the mountains. Her appreciation for nature and sunlight shines through her past work.

Ryan's sweet spirit will make your wedding day extra special. Her talent for finding priceless wedding day moments is sure to have you smiling back on the gallery she delivers. Check out her portfolio for a view of diverse, and successful, wedding work.  

Photoray: The Best New Jersey Wedding Photographers

Toray is a wedding and lifestyle photographer who makes Jersey home. She came across her craft somewhat unexpectedly, and with the love and support from her family she’s helped to cultivate a studio that often exceeds the expectations of her clients.

The joy she finds in photography work is apparent in her images. Client testimonials reveal the fun they had with her behind the lens during their events. Toray hopes to be there with you on your big day, photographing you and your friends having the time of your life.

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