Photographers
Jacob Bergmeier: www.nodophotography.com
--BellaSposa223: Jake has been amazing. He has been VERY flexible with FI and I. He's been enjoyable to work with, with epic sessions, and just in general. And he's just incredible photographer who really personally works with his clients to make them happy. He is also a former knottie's husband which is how he was reccomended to me.
--Elopez83: We just put our deposit down but we were absolutely blown away by his pictures. They truely are beautiful! Can't wait to secure an engagement session with him. He's really fun and really knows what hes doing!
Kimberly Coccagnia:
--Ktwed09: Extremely reasonably priced, a joy to work with before, during, and after the wedding. HIGHLY recommend
--Mocknine: So far she's been great!
Christopher Studios:
--Rblucy: very easy going (maybe too easy going depending how controlling you are?) but I love my pictures!
Bedinotti Photo:
--EIHRHM: they have been great so far and have only heard great things
--Princess Jessica: Pricey yes, but you get what you pay for. Lou and Lea are again wonderful to work with. They help you create a timeline for your ceremony (which was quite helpful for me). What photos should be taken etc. The best thing about them is you own your pictures! No vendor calling you asking if you want to purchase your proofs 3 years down the line. You own everything, I have a cd with everything they took which has been quite conveinent for me. Also the pictures came out great, We had such a hard time choosing our album pictures!
--Indecisive Girl: So far good to work with.
Kelly Vasami Photography:
--Jewels111080: her work is beautiful and she really gives it a personal touch. You can just tell she's a nice person.
Matt Ramos Photography:
--Foxyjean911: He is out of Schenectady and is willing to travel anywhere.
He & his assistant were really great to work with. Our package included a slideshow at the Reception of us getting ready, the ceremony, and DH and mine private session at the Vanderbilt Mansion. The samples I've seen on the slideshow and his blog are amazing. I really can't wait to get my pics back and start designing the album. Plus our package includes full reprinting rights. I highly recommend Matt.
Link to our blog entry: http://tinyurl.com/yfx33py
Clear Image Photography:
--Chrisnjay2010: We used Irene Conklin. she is a family friend of my FI's and has known him for years. It was really important for him to have someone he is comfortable with because he hates photos. She did our engagement photos and they came out beautiful. She is very easy to work with and very funny, which will help calm our nerves the day of :)
Jose Reyes Photography:
--.jae.: I loved his work, and when I met with him that sealed it for me. He is awesome! Great energy, funny and fun to be around, yet professional. I know he's going to be great the day of. So far he's been more than accommodating. I've never seen a single bad review about him, and believe me, I looked! Before I decided, I even emailed some Knotties who used him, and they highly recommended him.
Rick Helman Photography:
--Kittykat956: He has been great so far. He has actually been used by quite a few people that I went to school with and his photos are amazing. So far so good!
J.Ferrara:
--Manda26: his albums are awesome and very modern which I love.
Max Nucci:
--Picaritos: So far so good!
Elegant Images Photography:
--Holli71: I just picked up my proof book and I am very happy with my pictures. I have over 1200 of them! I really did not want to sit through tons of formal portraits and Bob honored my request. He is also very nice and pretty easy going.
Majestic Studios:
--TerriandJoe: Met him at several bridal shows, love his work. Also a really nice guy. We are getting engagement pictures done in November so I will be able to review more then.
--Ssage: Majestic Studios…so far, so good…we didn’t do engagement pics (ran out of time) but Mark has been helpful and attentive.
Chris Jorda:
--Just Jen: We love his photos -- we took our engagement pics a few weeks back, and are anxiously awaiting seeing them!!
Nick Carter:
--AmyRaposiero: Loved him and the way our pictures turned out!
Paul Stokes of Hudson Valley Photo:
--Sb52584:
He's the father of the Best Man and a longtime friend of my fiance's. He's photographing the event as our wedding gift which is absolutely wonderful!
Matthew Adam:
Meltoine: Pricey, yes - but like PP we own all of our stuff, including engagement photos and he gives you unlimited prints of bot wedding and engagement photos. $4500 for 2 photogs
Videographer:
Anthony Quintano (Quintano Media):
--Bellsposa223: When I met Anthony I was very impressed with his work. He made me a personalized CD case and CD so I could bring home what he showed us, which was great. His prices were too good to pass up, and he was the only one I could find with the price he gave me. I'm looking foward to working with him for the big day www.quintanomedia.com
Barry Donavan:
--Ktwed09: He's engaged to our photographer (Kim Coccagnia) and is EXTREMELY reasonably priced. Our video cost less than any other quote I've ever received or seen on this board, and we love it. Totally worth it if you want a video, but aren't sure you want to spend tons on it.
Videobrations with Bob Gellar:
--Chrisnjay2010: I found him through another vendor and decided to give him a call. He is very sincere and reasonably priced and worked within our budget. He showed us some samples and his work was great.
Halo Video:
--Amy Raposeiro: We didn't really have money set aside in our budget for a videographer, but Halo was so reasonable that we were able to book them. The video turned out great especially with the music selections and the editing. They captured all of the highlights of the day, plus some. They were very easy to work with too. I would recommend them if you are undecided about a videographer
--Ssage: Halo Productions...I had a hard time spending a small fortune on a video..and almost didn't do it...but i booked them and so far, so good. I still need to confirm the services (my fault) but also had some illness with a friend to deal with and he was VERY accomodating.
Multivision:
--Mocknine: They are actually based out of NJ. They are a bit more expensive, but when I looked at the demo tapes of some others, the difference was very clear. I was still a little hesitant because of the price, so I talked to them, and was able to talk them down $750!!!!!!!!!!! It is my proudest moment in planning so far!
p.s. their website leaves something to be desired. if you have any interest in them, request their demo!
Companies that do both:
Abbey Photographer and Videographer:
--NYBride10: They are a little pricey with their packages. They have done celebrity weddings such as Willie Randolph's Daughter, Real Housewife New Jersey Dina, and more. They are extremely friendly and give the bride and groom tons of gifts for signing a contract with them. We have been with happy with them thus far and are paying aprox $8,000 for both videographer and photographer.
The Martone Brothers:
--Midgette: They do beautiful work!!
Rendezvous Wedding:
--Jen&Louie: FABULOUS! Full reviews in my Married bio and nearly all bio pics are by Rendezvous :-)
Bob Rothman
--Princess91309: Debbie in the office is such a please ure to work with, always very nice and helpful. Jimmy the photog, was amazing. I was worried about using them being there isn't much about them on these boards, but he was amazing. very professional, very polite. Got tons of pics and got them quickly. He was showing me some as we went. We had time in between pics and when the cocktail hour started to get freshed up, eat, drink etc. My pictures are AMAZING!! They came out better than I could have imagined, I am very happy with them.Video - I forgot his name, oops!! I didn't really even notice him, but they told me that would happen, so I will let you all know when I get the video.
Fantasy Flash
--BellaSposa223: Jake has been amazing. He has been VERY flexible with FI and I. He's been enjoyable to work with, with epic sessions, and just in general. And he's just incredible photographer who really personally works with his clients to make them happy. He is also a former knottie's husband which is how he was reccomended to me.
--Elopez83: We just put our deposit down but we were absolutely blown away by his pictures. They truely are beautiful! Can't wait to secure an engagement session with him. He's really fun and really knows what hes doing!
Kimberly Coccagnia:
--Ktwed09: Extremely reasonably priced, a joy to work with before, during, and after the wedding. HIGHLY recommend
--Mocknine: So far she's been great!
Christopher Studios:
--Rblucy: very easy going (maybe too easy going depending how controlling you are?) but I love my pictures!
Bedinotti Photo:
--EIHRHM: they have been great so far and have only heard great things
--Princess Jessica: Pricey yes, but you get what you pay for. Lou and Lea are again wonderful to work with. They help you create a timeline for your ceremony (which was quite helpful for me). What photos should be taken etc. The best thing about them is you own your pictures! No vendor calling you asking if you want to purchase your proofs 3 years down the line. You own everything, I have a cd with everything they took which has been quite conveinent for me. Also the pictures came out great, We had such a hard time choosing our album pictures!
--Indecisive Girl: So far good to work with.
Kelly Vasami Photography:
--Jewels111080: her work is beautiful and she really gives it a personal touch. You can just tell she's a nice person.
Matt Ramos Photography:
--Foxyjean911: He is out of Schenectady and is willing to travel anywhere.
He & his assistant were really great to work with. Our package included a slideshow at the Reception of us getting ready, the ceremony, and DH and mine private session at the Vanderbilt Mansion. The samples I've seen on the slideshow and his blog are amazing. I really can't wait to get my pics back and start designing the album. Plus our package includes full reprinting rights. I highly recommend Matt.
Link to our blog entry: http://tinyurl.com/yfx33py
Clear Image Photography:
--Chrisnjay2010: We used Irene Conklin. she is a family friend of my FI's and has known him for years. It was really important for him to have someone he is comfortable with because he hates photos. She did our engagement photos and they came out beautiful. She is very easy to work with and very funny, which will help calm our nerves the day of :)
Jose Reyes Photography:
--.jae.: I loved his work, and when I met with him that sealed it for me. He is awesome! Great energy, funny and fun to be around, yet professional. I know he's going to be great the day of. So far he's been more than accommodating. I've never seen a single bad review about him, and believe me, I looked! Before I decided, I even emailed some Knotties who used him, and they highly recommended him.
Rick Helman Photography:
--Kittykat956: He has been great so far. He has actually been used by quite a few people that I went to school with and his photos are amazing. So far so good!
J.Ferrara:
--Manda26: his albums are awesome and very modern which I love.
Max Nucci:
--Picaritos: So far so good!
Elegant Images Photography:
--Holli71: I just picked up my proof book and I am very happy with my pictures. I have over 1200 of them! I really did not want to sit through tons of formal portraits and Bob honored my request. He is also very nice and pretty easy going.
Majestic Studios:
--TerriandJoe: Met him at several bridal shows, love his work. Also a really nice guy. We are getting engagement pictures done in November so I will be able to review more then.
--Ssage: Majestic Studios…so far, so good…we didn’t do engagement pics (ran out of time) but Mark has been helpful and attentive.
Chris Jorda:
--Just Jen: We love his photos -- we took our engagement pics a few weeks back, and are anxiously awaiting seeing them!!
Nick Carter:
--AmyRaposiero: Loved him and the way our pictures turned out!
Paul Stokes of Hudson Valley Photo:
--Sb52584:
He's the father of the Best Man and a longtime friend of my fiance's. He's photographing the event as our wedding gift which is absolutely wonderful!
Matthew Adam:
Meltoine: Pricey, yes - but like PP we own all of our stuff, including engagement photos and he gives you unlimited prints of bot wedding and engagement photos. $4500 for 2 photogs
Videographer:
Anthony Quintano (Quintano Media):
--Bellsposa223: When I met Anthony I was very impressed with his work. He made me a personalized CD case and CD so I could bring home what he showed us, which was great. His prices were too good to pass up, and he was the only one I could find with the price he gave me. I'm looking foward to working with him for the big day www.quintanomedia.com
Barry Donavan:
--Ktwed09: He's engaged to our photographer (Kim Coccagnia) and is EXTREMELY reasonably priced. Our video cost less than any other quote I've ever received or seen on this board, and we love it. Totally worth it if you want a video, but aren't sure you want to spend tons on it.
Videobrations with Bob Gellar:
--Chrisnjay2010: I found him through another vendor and decided to give him a call. He is very sincere and reasonably priced and worked within our budget. He showed us some samples and his work was great.
Halo Video:
--Amy Raposeiro: We didn't really have money set aside in our budget for a videographer, but Halo was so reasonable that we were able to book them. The video turned out great especially with the music selections and the editing. They captured all of the highlights of the day, plus some. They were very easy to work with too. I would recommend them if you are undecided about a videographer
--Ssage: Halo Productions...I had a hard time spending a small fortune on a video..and almost didn't do it...but i booked them and so far, so good. I still need to confirm the services (my fault) but also had some illness with a friend to deal with and he was VERY accomodating.
Multivision:
--Mocknine: They are actually based out of NJ. They are a bit more expensive, but when I looked at the demo tapes of some others, the difference was very clear. I was still a little hesitant because of the price, so I talked to them, and was able to talk them down $750!!!!!!!!!!! It is my proudest moment in planning so far!
p.s. their website leaves something to be desired. if you have any interest in them, request their demo!
Companies that do both:
Abbey Photographer and Videographer:
--NYBride10: They are a little pricey with their packages. They have done celebrity weddings such as Willie Randolph's Daughter, Real Housewife New Jersey Dina, and more. They are extremely friendly and give the bride and groom tons of gifts for signing a contract with them. We have been with happy with them thus far and are paying aprox $8,000 for both videographer and photographer.
The Martone Brothers:
--Midgette: They do beautiful work!!
Rendezvous Wedding:
--Jen&Louie: FABULOUS! Full reviews in my Married bio and nearly all bio pics are by Rendezvous :-)
Bob Rothman
--P
Fantasy Flash
