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Best Wedding Photographers in Manchester

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Manchester Wedding Photographers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Windham, NH 03087

Why choose this provider?

Clients have called Bill Marshall of Bill Marshall Photography in Windham “incredible” and “extremely talented” for his work in capturing special moments at life’s important events such as weddings. Bill has been offering his photographic services to the people of Windham and the surrounding area since 2006. He uses his photography to tell stories with a photojournalistic, candid style and preserve the emotions that accompany special occasions. Photographing weddings is something Bill finds very rewarding and considers it a privilege to document such days on a regular basis. His pictures attempt to make everything look very natural, and he focuses on the mood, the emotions, and the interactions of the people involved. Customer choices include high-resolution, edited images and a variety of prints and albums as add-on options beyond the basic package.

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4.5
Yelp
4.5 / 5 (4)

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Fremont, NH 03044

Why choose this provider?

Tallen Photography proves a variety of photography services in the Fremont, New Hampshire area. Tim and Trisha are a husband and wife photographer team who have been shooting weddings together since 2014. Their mission is to provide affordable and high-quality photography services which can be customized to meet the needs of their clients. Recent clients have praised them for being professional, creative, and fun while also respectful of clients' specific requirements. Tallen Photography's motto is that they'll shoot anything, and their services have ranged from weddings and portraits to images of nature and landscapes. They also are skilled in the restoration of old and damaged photos.

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5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (1)

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Manchester, NH 03101

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Michael Cirelli Photography remains an award-winning company which operates out of New Hampshire and possesses over 13 years of experience taking pictures for weddings. Mr. Cirelli serves as the chief photographer and studied art in college. He uses a style which combines natural and photojournalistic approaches designed to showcase the fun and excitement of weddings. The company operates out of New Hampshire but serves the entirety of New England, including the states of Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Each of the wedding packages includes two photographers as well as all of the digital files and rights to the pictures from the photo shoot.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (10)

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Manchester, NH 03109

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John Grimanis Photography has been offering wedding and portrait photography services for clients in Brevard County and the surrounding areas for more than 30 years. John schedules consultations at customers’ homes or in his office to set up sessions and does all the photographing on location whether at a favorite place of the patron, in their living room, their backyard, or on the beach. Sessions for weddings include photography before and after the wedding with costs quoted in advance based on the package. The goal of John Grimanis Photography’s portraits is “to capture the real you.” The studio also does event photography.

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Concord, NH 03301

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Margaret Clara Photography is a lifestyle photographer who specializes in natural light photography. Owner and principal photographer Margaret seeks to capture each family portrait, each wedding, or whichever individual or event she photographs, as naturally and authentically as possible. Thus, Margaret's approach is often candid and casual. Margaret is a New Hampshire native currently living in Concord, and she is proud to be a resource for preserving memories to the residents of the surrounding communities. Margaret Clara Photography's packages may include high-quality prints, high-resolution digital images, full image reproduction rights, and up to six hours of coverage for weddings.

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5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (42)
Google
5.0 / 5 (11)

Website
Bedford, NH 03110

Why choose this provider?

Michael Nesmith Photography offers wedding, commercial, and fine art photography in Bedford, New Hampshire. Michael has been photographing weddings for nearly three decades and takes a photojournalist approach. While based in the Manchester New Hampshire area, he often travels to other areas of the country for clients. He specializes in black and white photographs and creating wedding albums. Michael Nesmith Photography studio also offers commercial photography. These photographs will be taken on site or in his studio where he strives to show off a client’s product in the best light. Michael also provides fine art photography and can create high-quality prints to hang on a wall as a beautiful piece of art.

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5.0
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (2)

Website
Hudson, NH 03051

Why choose this provider?

Portrait Arts Photography, LLC brings a lifetime of photography experience to brides and grooms in the area. Couples hire the group for both their engagement and wedding day, the photographer captures everything from the big moments to the smallest of details, and clients can pick from one of the four available packages or create a custom package per their exact budget and goals. Portrait Arts Photography prides itself on long-term relationships with its clients due to excellent service, great quality, and affordable rates and also handles newborn photo sessions, baby's first year, fairytale portraits, multi-generation family sessions, holiday photos, and high school senior portraits. The studio holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau as well.

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5.0
Google
5.0 / 5 (5)

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Litchfield, NH 03052

Why choose this provider?

Former clients recommend the services of Peeples Photography because of its dedication to customer service, high-quality imagery, the photographer’s skill and creativity, and the artistic environment of the photo sessions. Several photographers work for the company and retain membership in many professional organizations such as the New England Professional Photographers Association and the New Hampshire Professional Photographers Association. Peeples Photography features many galleries which interested individuals can peruse to determine if they like the company’s quality and style. The company works with residents of Litchfield, Nashua, and the rest of New England and offers photography services for high school seniors, weddings, and general family portraits.

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4.8
Facebook
4.8 / 5 (15)
Yelp
5.0 / 5 (2)

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Website
Goffstown, NH 03045

Why choose this provider?

Erika Follansbee Wedding Photography is based in New Hampshire and committed to providing spectacular wedding photos for each client that books them. Since Erika enjoys outdoor and rustic wedding photography, she can travel to any site location in Southern Maine, Eastern Vermont, and much of Massachusetts. Her aesthetic is perfect for any outdoor wedding, elopements, and receptions in barns, tents, orchards, country inns, lakeside camps, mountain retreats, historic sites and anywhere imaginable. Christine Tilley also works for their company, and she has been a professional photographer since 2012. She was sought out to teach studio portrait photography as an adjunct professor at New England College.

Reputation:

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5.0

Website
Amherst, NH 03055

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Carlen Images is a wedding photography business based in Milford, New Hampshire. In addition to weddings, Carlen Images captures portraits and fine art landscape and nature images. Portrait session types at Carlen Images include family portraits, children's photography, and high school senior photos. Carlen Images' principal photographer Jim Carlen has decades of experience crafting wedding photographs. The company primarily uses a "natural light" style, but additional lighting is available to enhance images. Carlen Images' professional affiliations include membership in the New Hampshire Professional Photographers Association, the Professional Photographers Association of New England, and the Professional Photographers of America. Jim has earned several awards from these associations, including the Polaroid Gallery Award, the Court of Honor Award, and a PPA Silver Medalist Award.

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.
5.0
Facebook
5.0 / 5 (2)

Website
Bedford, NH 03110

Why choose this provider?

Tom Gibbons Photography is an intimate wedding photography studio based in Bedford, New Hampshire. The owner and head photographer, Tom Gibbons has been in the photography business for more than 18 years. He serves a wide range of clients around the region and covers a number of events. Besides covering wedding events with his humor-filled, unobtrusive and candid shots, Tom handles engagements, family sessions, high school senior sessions, business portraits, general portraits, and other types of photography. Tom’s tagline encourages potential customers to see the difference, which they can do by viewing a number of galleries on the company website. Reviewers mention his fun, amazing wedding albums.

Website
Nashua, NH 03064

Why choose this provider?

Weddings by Thomas is a wedding photographer and a company owned by Tom J. Souza. It is located in Nashua, NH, but also travels in other places to cover selected events. Tom is a keen and perceptive artist who tells the complete stories of wedding days in creative and unique ways. According to him, what makes a good wedding photographer is the ability to convey the message of that special day in a true and honest manner. The audience of the photographs should be able to relate to the images, even through the passing of time. Being a photographer requires the skills of an architectural, landscape or product photographer who has the imagination to tell the story of love distinctively. Tom's specialty is to capture an experience with a unique perspective.

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FAQs

  • Introduction

    Because of the sheer number of weddings that happen each year, wedding photography is a booming industry. Couples engaged to be married should take great care in finding a wedding photographer before their big day that suits their style.

    Many people think all wedding photographers are virtually the same, but this is incorrect. Some photographers prefer unusual arrangements, angles, and uses of light in their images. They may also have unique styles and filters when editing wedding photos. This makes it very important if you're planning on getting married and looking for a photographer to take the time to find one whose style aligns with what you're looking for.

  • What does a wedding photographer do?

    Wedding photographers take pictures of the wedding ceremony, the bridesmaids and groomsmen, and the families of the bride and groom. They also often photograph the major events of the reception and the guests to help preserve memories of the entire affair.

  • What makes a good wedding photographer?

    A good wedding photographer can faithfully recreate special memories, taking care to capture the most important moments of the wedding and reception. They're able to fulfill the requests of the couple getting married and help them choose the best images from the event.

  • How do I pick a wedding photographer?

    Couples can find their wedding photographer by asking friends and family for recommendations or checking out local listings. It's important to review portfolios, pricing, and availability. When you've picked a few that pique your interest, speak to them in person to make sure they're a good fit.

  • What should I ask a wedding photographer?

    Before you make a final decision about your wedding photographer, you'll want to ask several important questions, such as:

    • Can we see your portfolio?
    • How many weddings have you shot?
    • How much do require for a deposit?
    • What packages are available in our price range?
    • What is your editing style?

  • How much does a wedding photographer cost?

    The cost of a wedding photographer depends on various factors, including their experience, photo packages, and the length of time you need them. According to Brides.com, a wedding photographer can charge anywhere between $1,000 and $10,000 for their services.

  • Why are wedding photographers so expensive?

    A wedding photographer's fee reflects their experience, training, and ability to fulfill your vision and requests. The time needed to complete the process for a single wedding makes a difference as well. For a standard eight to 10 hour wedding, a photographer may spend as much as double that culling and editing photos.

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