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We are Joel and Andrea Knepper, owners and operators of J&A Photography. We have both been involved not only in photography but the visual arts our entire lives and are honored to be able to utilize our talents to create beautiful family heirlooms for our clients. We started out small in 2004, shooting mostly weddings and the occasional portrait, but it wasn’t long before we became well known in the area for our creative style and fun approach.

We think of our role in your wedding as your "creative wedding storytellers". Our number one goal is to best reflect you, while artfully recording your wedding day. We do this by unobtrusively capturing events as they unfold and allowing you and your guests to truly experience the fun and magic of your day. When the time comes, we’ll take the lead and offer up creative and natural ways that will make you look your best – not stiff and awkward. We’re always coming up with fun new ways to get our couples to relax and be themselves in front of the camera, and new ways to capture those moments. By mixing the posed photos with the undirected candids we’ll create a lasting, timeless set of images that your family will enjoy for generations.

Read about our own personal love story here

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

High-Res Images
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of J&A Photography

Mitra
Mitra Sent on 09/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A wonderful husband & wife photographer team that you NEED at your wedding!

Joel and Andrea are simply the BEST! They are SO amazing at what they do, and are so kind, caring and organized. My husband and I hired both of them to shoot our wedding back in July, and it was truly the best investment we made. We met with both Joel and Andrea before our wedding to figure out which package we wanted to purchase, and each time, they were both so kind, organized and knowledgable. They made suggestions for our ceremony and pictures that we hadn’t even though of — including our beautiful Golden Hour photos! Our family and friends had so much fun getting their pictures taken — thanks to Andrea who brought all the humor and fun! She was especially great with getting the kiddos at our wedding to focus while having their pictures taken! Andrea also acted like a personal assistant for me on the day of my wedding, which meant so much to me. She was always asking how I was feeling in the hot weather, she brought me water and even gave me a nice pep talk when I was nervous before walking down the aisle! You NEED this husband and wife team at your wedding. Our photos are so bright, beautiful, classy and optimistic — exactly the vibe we wanted. They capture all of the great angles and when you meet with them, they have examples of the different vibes you can go for in your wedding photos. I loved that they are so thorough and had a little survey for my husband and I to fill out so they can get to know us better! We purchased what is considered their most popular package, and we’re so happy we did as it contains everything we need to remember our wedding. I would recommend J&A Photography to anyone getting married in the Central PA area! Thank you so much, Joel and Andrea, for the best experience!
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Christine Sent on 07/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful photos, wonderful people

Joel and Andrea photographed our wedding and were wonderful to work with. They both had a great sense of humor and put people at ease. Andrea was awesome with the younger members of our bridal party, and her antics were honestly very likely to put a smile on everyone’s faces, not just the kids’. Andrea and Joel were patient and helpful, not just the day of the wedding, but also as we discussed what to expect before booking and after, as we planned out the day. The pair also provided clear instructions that helped us, two very poor models, look photogenic. The photos they took were beautiful; they captured so much emotion throughout a very long day. We would recommend them to anyone else looking for fantastic photographers for their special day.
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Alyson Sent on 10/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic photographers!

Joel and Andrea are amazing! They are so kind, funny, and easy to work with. We were nervous that we would feel awkward during our engagement photo session and on wedding day, but that was not the case! They made us feel at ease and gave great suggestions throughout the photo session. They helped keep us on time on wedding day, which we greatly appreciated. Also, they were super easy to contact for scheduling, discussing wedding day timelines, etc. We have not received our wedding pictures yet (we just got married!), but we were thrilled with our engagement pictures. I would highly recommend this duo!
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Katie Sent on 06/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great Photographers exceeded all of our Expectations!

Joel and Andrea photographed our wedding and we could not have been happier!! They were so kind and professional throughout the whole process. Their organization put us at ease on the big day. They were able to capture so many wonderful pictures of us, our family, and our friends a perfect mix of candid shots and portraits to remember the day! They had a eye for great composition and worked so well together that they blended right into the festivities. We felt that we could relax and enjoy and ended up with a beautiful, high quality photo album and digital pictures that we will cherish forever. We are so happy that we trusted J&A photography for our wedding we highly recommend them!
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Malinda Sent on 05/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Couple To Work With!

Andrea and Joel were simply amazing. From the first correspondence and working with them from across the country, to the day of the wedding, communication flawless. They completely understood our vision for the wedding and captured those moments perfectly. We met prior to the wedding and talked through the entire day and they helped set our minds at ease. They also scoped out the venue the day before the wedding to make sure we took photos is some beautiful spots. They were organized and professional, but they also cared so much and made the entire day so enjoyable. They are truly amazing at what they do and we had a blast with them the entire day. We cannot wait to find a reason to work with them again…maybe maternity photo shoot?? We 100% recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer! Thank you so much Andrea and Joel!
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Caitlynn Sent on 05/16/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Super Friendly and Very good!

Joel and Andrea were everywhere and got every moment possible. They were also so nice and when the kids wanted to see what they were doing or wouldn't smile, they were super sweet. High recommend.
Stacy
Stacy Sent on 10/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We used J&A Photography for our wedding. Joel and Andrea are some of the most talented and kindest people you will meet. They are extremely knowledgable in their field but also helped me work out my whole wedding day timeline. They were always the vendor that was the easiest to work with and the most helpful when I had questions (especially crazy-brained last minute questions). They were flexible and get to know your style. They are a married couple that knows each other's shooting styles, so the diversity of photos you get is amazing. They are also a lot of fun and GREAT with kids! My two-year old niece was our flower girl and thanks for Andrea's silly expressions, all the photos are of a smiling child. Our photos are truly stunning and incredible. I had the best possible experience working with them and their product is second to none. THANK YOU Andrea and Joel for being a part of our wedding day!
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Paige Sent on 10/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I was extremely pleased with the work J & A did for my wedding. They are so professional and experienced. They did a wonderful job of listening to my requests and then also adding their touch and professional advice. They took their time to answer all of my questions and to make sure our wedding day was special. I will always have the wonderful photos to remember our special day! Thank you both so much!
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Lauren Sent on 06/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Joel and Andrea were an amazing team to work with; we were so excited to book them for our wedding in June! Before the wedding, we had a fun and relaxed Engagement session with them, and the pictures turned out great! They have such a great dynamic, and we were immediately impressed with the quality and creativity of their photography. Selecting the best photographers was one of the most important things to us, and Joel and Andrea definitely delivered!! They were so easy to work with, and are clearly passionate about what they do. They are also super organized and professional, and provide the Bride and Groom with great tools/resources throughout the wedding planning process. Most importantly, our wedding photos turned out BEAUTIFULLY, it is going to be so hard to narrow down our selections! Also, they were ready for us to view in less than 2 weeks!! We had such a fun and memorable experience working with Joel and Andrea, and can't wait to see our finished album. We 100% recommend them for anyone looking for the best photographers in the State College area!
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Meredith Sent on 06/13/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Joel and Andrea ware by far the best photographers I have ever worked with and I could not imagine anyone capturing our wedding day better. We chose a package with an engagement sessions, and I'm so glad we did. Meeting and working with Joel and Andrea prior to our wedding was not only fun, but it really gave us a feel for how things would go on the big day- which may everything much less stressful, especially for my camera-shy hubby! When we got our engagement shots back, I was blown away and knew that we had picked the right duo to shoot our wedding! On the day-of, Joel and Andrea were total ninjas!! They were not intrusive, discreetly getting the best shots and capturing every aspect of our day, down to the little details. As we looked through our photos (only 2 weeks later!!!), we laughed and cried over how beautifully they depicted the emotion of our day. And it was evidence that they were everywhere all at once!! They got some many little things, yet didn't miss any of the moments between me and my new husband either. I am certain we will treasure our wedding photos forever, and that is all thanks to Joel and Andrea!!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Fern Hill Weddings Fern Hill Weddings Park & Outdoor Weddings

J&A Photography has been on-site at C. Barton McCann School of Art as the official wedding photography many times. They are a professional and a sincere pleasure to work with time and again. The special moments they capture are meaningful and beautiful. We highly recommend you consider them for your wedding!

Mint DJ Events Mint DJ Events Wedding DJs

Joel & Andrea are amazing and fun to work with at weddings and the product they put out (and the care they put into it) is phenomenal. They're constantly moving around at weddings without getting in the way and organically capturing the REAL moments that matter most!

Simply Elegant Gowns Simply Elegant Gowns Wedding Dresses

Joel and Andrea's work is absolutely amazing and we highly recommend them to our Brides! We have shared many clients with them over the years and we have found that they do a beautiful job of telling each Wedding story in a unique way. They are very easy to work with, and they truly care about their clients. They are a pleasure to work with!

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J&A Photography frequently asked questions

J&A Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
J&A Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
J&A Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
J&A Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
J&A Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
J&A Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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