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Stilwell Photography & Films is a premier Photography and Videography Studio in New York's Hudson Valley. Sister and brother partners Alisa Stilwell and James Ardito create photography and films that are timeless, creative, and romantic, knowing that these will be a part of your family legacy.

Our style of wedding photography and cinematography is a blend of wedding photojournalism for the candid and natural moments of the day combined with a fine-art approach to create stunning, elegant portraits. The result not only an amazingly detail-oriented document of your day, but so much more that you'll experience these emotional, once-in-a-lifetime moments with your family and friends over and over again. Our pride comes from being photographers and filmmakers, as artists making emotionally-driven imagery that will be part of your family forever.

If you're looking for your Wedding Photography and Films to be creative, timeless, and romantic, we are the studio for you. It is our aim to create captivating imagery of your event that captures the emotions of you, with your family and friends as you come together for this amazing day. The photographs and films of your day will preserve your day for you, forever, serving as vivid reminders of how you felt every step of the way. Once all is said and done, and the day is over, all you have is your wedding photography and films, and each other.

  • Veteran-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding videography services?

$2,799

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Def Video
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$3,497

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

Add'l Hours
Full Feature Video
High-Def Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations

What primary style do you identify with?

Cinematic

Which wedding events do you service?

Ceremony
Pre-Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What videography services do you offer?

Drone Footage
Full Feature Video
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Raw Footage

What final video formats do you offer?

Digital Download
USB Hard Drive
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4.9 out of 5 rating
38 Reviews
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89% Recommended by couples
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Alisa and James from Stilwell Photography were highly praised by multiple reviewers for their professionalism, friendliness, and talent. Couples appreciated their ability to capture candid shots without being intrusive. The team's calm and organized approach helped keep the wedding day running smoothly. Reviewers expressed excitement to see the final photos and videos from their special day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Alisa and James from Stilwell Photography were highly praised by multiple reviewers for their professionalism, friendliness, and talent. Couples appreciated their ability to capture candid shots without being intrusive. The team's calm and organized approach helped keep the wedding day running smoothly. Reviewers expressed excitement to see the final photos and videos from their special day.

Rachel
Rachel R. Sent on 03/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Very professional!

Alisa and James along with their team were so amazing on our wedding day!! I love how when we were getting ready I didn’t even feel as if they were there as they were getting all our candid shots!! They are such a friendly team and know exactly what they are doing! If you are looking for photography and videography definitely go with Stilwell!
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Kelly S. Sent on 01/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

So helpful!!

Alisa and James were so wonderful on our wedding day! They arrived early, collaborated with each other to ensure a smooth day and kept us all right on schedule! We loved having both the photographer and videographer from the same company and would recommend them in a heartbeat. We also really appreciated the calmness of both Alisa and James, as well as their two other workers. Can't wait to see our photos and videos :)
Elyse
Elyse G. Sent on 08/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The Absolute Best.

Alisa and James were incredible from the first day we spoke and helped us plan and visualize every detail of our wedding photography, including Trophy Point! Alisa was especially generous with her time, guidance and I always felt taken care of and surrounded by true professionals. I wish we were getting married again so we could work with Alisa and James on another event! They are amazing and we are so excited to see our photos and video!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Team

Alisa Stilwell
Alisa Stilwell
Owner/Photographer

Alisa is an award-winning photographer with a passion for making contemporary, timeless images for families to cherish for a lifetime.

James Ardito
James Ardito
Owner/Filmmaker

James is an award-winning videographer whose passion for films helps him create timeless, cinematic heirlooms for families to enjoy for a lifetime.

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