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I'm Ava Martinez of Photography by Ava. I live in Kearny and own my boutique wedding and portrait studio here.

I am absolutely 100% crazy about everything photography. I'm passionate about meeting and getting to know people, hearing how a couple met, and watching a child laugh and play. I document life how I see it. It's my perspective and I authentically photograph from my heart.

Every wedding is different. I certainly LOVE my clients that share my same creative vision.

This is your wedding day and it comes once. You are newly engaged and begin to plan for your special day. The dress, colors, the flowers, invitations, your style, the journey begins and your wedding day comes fast. I take a fresh, new and natural approach to capture the emotion, the meaning, and the celebration of marriage. Nothing is forced or posed, I just photograph you how I see you.
I cater to client's who value the experience of wedding photography.
In effort to continue a personal relationship with client's, I only accept 20 weddings per year.

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Frequently asked questions

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount

Reviews of Photography by Ava

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Jennifer Sent on 10/08/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Ava is AMAZING! The pictures came out so beautiful. Many of our guests commented on how you did not even know they were there taking pictures - they did not get in the way.
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Dana Sent on 02/22/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Ava is FABULOUS! You will have a hard time finding someone with Ava's unique style and passion for what she does. My husband and I couldn't be happier with her. We love the way she is able to capture each moment in such a unique and beautiful way. We were so happy that Ava and Frank could share our day with us. We really felt like we had two new friends there rather than just photographers we hired, and they were really able to capture "us" in the photos they took. My husband and I hope to use Ava's services again in the future, and I would without a doubt recommend Photography by Ava to anyone!
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Erin Sent on 06/15/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Ava was great. Super friendly and flexible and very covert. My husband requested that we not be bombarded by photographers all night and Ava complied to a T. Highly recommended.
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Sandra Sent on 06/07/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Ava is so great and so personable!! She will capture every moment of your wedding day!!!!! :)
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Taina Sent on 10/20/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Ava is an AMAZING photographer to work with... She's not just someone taking your pictures, she's someone who wants to actually share that special moment with you, whether it be your Wedding Day, or a photo shoot for Mother's Day. She's caring, thoughtful, and takes time with you to ensure your photos are as special as the moment they were taken.
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Coleen Sent on 10/18/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Ava Martinez is an amazing photographer. She captured the essence of our wedding...the decor, guests, landscape, animals, bride/groom/and child! Very easy to work with and a true artist with her camera. I would recommend her, without a doubt, to any of you brides out there!
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Erika Sent on 10/17/2010
5 out of 5 rating
We had our wedding Aug. 14, 2010 and everything about our day was amazing!! From the weather to the food to the music. Our photographer was able to capture every single moment. Ava Martinez is AMAZING at what she does and is totally professional. I've recommended her on several occasions to other brides... her work is to die for. We're so happy we chose Photography by Ava!!
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Catherine Sent on 02/10/2010
5 out of 5 rating
I have used Photography by Ava for many events and personal photography sessions and each time I am more impressed with the photos and moments that Ava captures. She is fantastic with my kids and capturing that perfect picture. She also takes the most beautiful pictures of my events from weddings to bridal showers to birthday parties.

Ava has an edge that I love, thank you Ava for all the fantastic pictures you have taken for me.

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Mena Sent on 04/28/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Ava is great! She is super creative and talented! She did both my engagement and wedding pictures and I'm so happy with both!


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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Jimmy Hemp Productions Jimmy Hemp Productions Wedding DJs

Every time I book a wedding I refer Ava for photography services. She provides my clients with comfortable yet professional services. She is extremely talented and takes great pride in her work.

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Photography by Ava frequently asked questions

Photography by Ava offers the following photography styles:
  • Photojournalism
Photography by Ava offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
Photography by Ava 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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