Wedding photography & videography · New York City, Westchester & Rockland County
Wedding Photography & Videography
Luxury wedding photography and film across New York City, Westchester and Rockland County, from Manhattan hotel ballrooms to Hudson River estates. For couples who want the most curated experience, my boutique wedding division, Lumiere, takes only a limited number of weddings each year, so every celebration gets my full attention.
Lumiere
Lumiere, my boutique luxury wedding division
Lumiere is the high-end wedding photography and videography division of Michaels Photography. It is built for couples who want uncompromising quality and a personal, white-glove experience, from the first call to the final gallery. To keep that standard, I cap the number of Lumiere weddings I take each year, so it is worth getting in touch early.
- A strictly limited number of weddings per year
- Photography and cinematic film from one coordinated team
- Planning help with timelines, locations and portrait time
- Destination weddings available on request
Style
Documentary moments, editorial portraits
My style mixes honest documentary photography with clean, timeless editorial portraits. I capture the real, unscripted moments as they happen, then guide you gently through portraits that look elegant and enduring rather than tied to this year’s trends. It comes from years of fashion and editorial work in New York, so posing feels relaxed and quick.
- Candid storytelling of the whole day, from getting ready to the last dance
- Relaxed, easy direction for couple portraits and family groups
- Natural color grading and careful retouching
Photography + film
Photos and film, in sync
My photo and video team works as one unit. That means no one stepping into anyone’s shot, and no moment lost between two vendors who have never met. Vows, toasts and the sound of the room are recorded on 32-bit float audio, so every word stays clear even when the speeches get loud.
- One booking and one plan for photos and video
- Cinematic highlight film plus full ceremony and speeches
- Engagement sessions and proposal coverage before the big day
See my videography and proposal and engagement photography.
Where I photograph
Weddings across New York
I photograph weddings throughout Manhattan and the boroughs, Westchester County, Rockland County and the Hudson Valley, as well as New Jersey and Connecticut. Each area calls for a different approach.
- New York City: luxury Manhattan hotels, private penthouses, industrial Brooklyn lofts and iconic city backdrops, photographed with fast, fashion-inspired storytelling that captures the energy of the city.
- Westchester County: country clubs, grand historic manors and private estates in Scarsdale, Rye, Tarrytown and Bedford, documented in a refined, polished style that makes the most of the landscapes and architecture.
- Rockland County & the Hudson Valley: riverside inns, valley estates and vineyards around Piermont and Nyack, told with an atmospheric, romantic approach that embraces the Hudson River waterfront.
Wedding gallery
Couples, ceremonies and receptions from recent weddings across New York. Tap any photo to see it larger.
Reviews
From my Google reviews
“We came upon him close to our wedding and he was able to squeeze us in… He gave us a great price and all of his attention throughout the day. He captured every incredible memory and I cannot recommend Michael enough.”
James Hargrave
Wedding · Google review
“The lighting, composition, and editing were all top-notch, making the final photos look absolutely stunning.”
Hannan Sayed
Portrait session · Google review
“Hundreds of incredible photos in our 30 minute session… Clear, high quality photos, and such a quick turnaround time.”
blake bramlett
Portrait session · Google review
From the journal
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FAQ
Wedding photography questions
Lumiere is the boutique, high-end wedding photography and videography division of Michaels Photography in New York. It is designed for couples who want uncompromising quality and personal attention, and it takes only a limited number of weddings each year.
Michael combines documentary photography, capturing real, unscripted moments as they happen, with timeless editorial portraits. Couples get relaxed, expert guidance for portraits that look elegant and enduring rather than trendy.
Yes. The photo and video team works as one coordinated unit, which avoids the missed moments and crowded shots that happen with separate vendors. Vows, toasts and room sound are recorded on 32-bit float audio for clear, studio-quality sound.
Manhattan and the other New York City boroughs, Westchester County (including Scarsdale, Rye, Tarrytown and Bedford), Rockland County and the Hudson Valley (including Piermont and Nyack), plus New Jersey and Connecticut. Destination weddings are available on request.
To give every couple full attention and consistent quality, the Lumiere division caps its wedding commissions each year. Early enquiries are recommended.
Peak spring and autumn weekends in New York City, Westchester and Rockland County usually book 9 to 18 months ahead, so it is best to enquire as soon as you have a date and venue.
Couples receive a private online gallery of high-resolution, carefully color-graded images, with print rights so you can make your own prints and albums.
Yes. Michael photographs surprise proposals and engagement sessions across New York, and many couples book their engagement shoot and wedding together.
Check your date
Tell me your wedding date, venue and roughly how many guests, and whether you would like photography, film or both. I will let you know my availability and send you a quote.
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