Photography that remembers how it felt - not just how it looked.
Vermont & Adirondacks wedding photography for couples who value presence over performance
You don’t need to pose or perform.
You just need to be there.
We’ll guide when it helps, disappear when it doesn’t, and deliver photographs that feel as honest and lasting as the day itself.
What Guides Us
Our philosophy is simple: stay in the moment, and let the photographs follow.
We believe weddings aren’t productions. They’re intimate stories. Our role is to quietly preserve yours - no over-the-top posing, no intrusive direction. Just calm guidance when needed, and a thoughtful presence that lets you savor your day. The result? Timeless images that reflect how it truly felt.
The big moments you expect… and the quiet ones you never saw coming.
In our portfolio, you’ll see weddings as they truly unfolded – the genuine pace, the unrepeatable emotions – preserved without staging or artifice. It’s not a polished fantasy; it’s your real story, told beautifully and truthfully.
Designed Around You
Every wedding is different, which is why we don’t force a formula. We shape our approach to fit your day, not vice versa.
Planning a quiet elopement on a mountaintop? We’ll be there with the same attentive presence as when we photograph a 200-guest weekend. However you choose to celebrate, we promise a calm, tailored experience that puts you first.
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"After seeing some of Paul's work, we decided our wedding date around Paul's availability. Looking back, that was the best decision that we made."
— Dan S
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"We are so happy and thankful we chose Paul to photograph our wedding. His work is simply stunning. Is he the cheapest photographer? Nope, but believe me, he was worth every penny and then some."
— Brian G
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"Paul truly provided us with the absolute best experience throughout the entire process. Friendly, professional, funny, and incredibly talented, Paul is an extraordinary photographer and asset to any occasion you want to capture forever."
— Jess B
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