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We’re Erin and Peter and we started this company in 2012. Since then we’ve quit our jobs and photographed 275+ weddings all over the east coast (but we’re willing to travel anywhere!) and we couldn’t love it more!

Our photography style is cozy, natural and organic, and we love to focus on the in-between moments and the genuine emotions. We don’t pose people but instead direct them to do things that will bring out their real personalities and reactions which help us to get the most authentic photos. We love couples who are fun and adventurous and laugh a lot, and we love weddings that are unique and full of personal details. In our free time you can usually find us on a day trip, planning our next Disney trip, enjoying live music, playing with our cats Daphne & Dean (get it now?!) or biking.

If you'd like more information about us and our pricing, please include your email address in your inquiry - thank you and we can't wait to hear from you!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints

Reviews of Daphne and Dean Photography

Kayla
Kayla Sent on 10/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding photographers!!

We found Erin and Peter via Instagram and were instantly struck by their cozy and natural style. We were so excited when we reached out and they were available for our wedding date! We started with our engagement shoot at a venue Erin and Peter have photographed before, and they came prepared with the perfect plan to maximize the lighting and explore all the beauty the property has to offer. Leading up to the big day, Erin and Peter were so easy to communicate with and made sure we were at ease and prepared for the day. They created a timeline for the photos and were flexible when the schedule changed a bit. Erin and Peter are extremely efficient. Members of our wedding party who have been in other weddings commented on how smoothly the group photos went and that's all thanks to their professionalism. And maybe most importantly, they kept all the photo times FUN. Erin and Peter have an obvious passion for photography and it shows both in how they show up on the day and the beautiful end result. We can't wait to work with Erin and Peter in the future to capture more of life's big moments.
Fran
Fran Sent on 02/17/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hire erin and peter!

Erin and Peter were truly a dream come true for my husband and I. Not that you can tell from the pictures, but we are both deeply uncomfortable being photographed. If that resonates with you, HIRE ERIN AND PETER! From the first moment of our engagement photos, they were right there to guide us through the process and help us feel comfortable. On the day itself, Erin and Peter were incredibly supportive, organized, and full of warmth. People at the wedding could not stop remarking about how organized and thoughtful they both were. They went above and beyond the entire day to capture the wedding flawlessly. The photographs themselves are elegant and timeless, plus there’s a ton of them! I’m not joking when I say I look through the gallery every single day and think so fondly of the incredible memories they were able to capture. Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts for capturing our special day!
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Nicole Sent on 10/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Run to book Erin and Peter!

Erin and Peter from Daphne and Dean Photography are two of the nicest people you could imagine. From the phone calls and video calls, to meeting them in person for our engagement session, we felt comfortable from the start. My husband and I certainly aren't the most graceful couple! We had no idea how to pose, didn't know what to do with ours bodies and faces, etc. Erin and Peter made it so easy! They showed us how to pose, but each pose was so natural... not staged and stiff. We did our engagement session in a forest on one of the hottest and muggiest days of the summer. At the end of the session, we did a fun shoot where we stood in the river! They made everything so easy and fun. When we got the engagement session photos back, we were absolutely blown away! We loved how natural all of the photos looked. Jumping to our wedding day, we felt even more comfortable now being in front of the camera. They took amazing close up shots of the rings, the guy's watches, etc. At the end of the night, Peter was dancing along with us... everybody loved how kind and fun they were! Erin and Peter have such a talent. They are so very kind, accommodating and we couldn't be happier. Please don't second guess, book Daphne and Dean Photography now! Thanks Erin and Peter! - Nicole and Nick
Sara
Sara Sent on 07/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect for our theme wedding!

Not a lot of photographers would have embraced a hobbit-themed wedding but Daphne and Dean Photography completely nailed it! Aside from being some of the sweetest, coolest people we’ve ever met, they are also insanely talented AND so amazingly dedicated- they even drove all the way up to MA to take our engagement photos! And then once the wedding day came and brought with it a crazy storm, they made sure that we still got some amazing photos outside, which they knew we dearly wanted. We can’t praise them enough!! You can’t find better photographers (or people) than them!!
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Nichole Sent on 04/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fun, Relaxed & Gorgeous

Erin and Peter were our very first vendor decision we made once we secured our venue at the Barns at Wesleyan Hills. We had started following some CT photographers on Instagram to figure out what style we were into and within a week we decided that it had to be them. Their pictures are so fun, bright and airy- exactly what we envisioned for our early spring wedding (4/3/21).

Once we got on a call with them it completely sealed the deal- they were so easy to talk to and have such a fun energy. We knew they would be perfect to get our family and friends excited and comfortable for pictures on our big day— and we were right!!

On our wedding day they showed up with the biggest smiles, helped guide a clueless bride and groom through the final hours of getting ready, detail shots, getting to the venue, and corralled our 24 person bridal party for pictures with ease.

We got a few sneak peeks of pictures so far and they are DREAMY! They captured moments we were hoping for and we can’t wait to see the rest!

-Nikki & Tyler Collins
Jacqueline
Jacqueline Sent on 09/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Photographers Ever!

Erin and Peter at Daphne & Dean Photo were amazing! From our initial conversation, I knew that they were the perfect couple to capture our special day. They came to RI with us for our engagement shoot and were so easy to work with, making us feel comfortable the entire time! Ahead of the wedding, they offered to meet us for dinner to discuss logistics for the actual wedding day. At the wedding, everyone raved about how wonderful they were. They truly captured every moment of the day from getting ready until late night on the dance floor. We received our photos so quickly and could not be more impressed with how they came out. I look forward to using them down the road for any additional photo needs, and would highly recommend them for anyone looking for a photographer! Thank you so much to Erin and Peter for perfectly capturing all of the love and fun at our wedding. Should you choose to hire them, I can guarantee it will be the best wedding decision you make!!
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Monica Sent on 03/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Photographers

Erin and Peter made my husband and I feel so comfortable on our wedding day when it came to taking our photos. They were kind, funny, easy going and did absolutely everything possible to make sure we got the photos we dreamed of. There are not enough words in the English dictionary to describe how amazing these two photographers are. They were so accommodating to us and also a hit with our wedding party and guests! They are probably two of the friendliest people we have met. If you book them for your wedding, or any special occasion in your life, you will not be disappointed.
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Lauren Sent on 12/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend To Anyone

Erin and Peter were everything we could’ve asked for and then some - they were super accommodating, flexible, and easy to work with. Our pictures came out perfect and well organized, and were easy to share with family and friends.
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Rebecca Sent on 12/12/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best

I can't say enough positive things about our experience with Daphne and Dean photography. Erin and Peter truly care about their clients and making your experience fun, enjoyable and comfortable. Obviously, their beautiful work speaks volumes, but what the pictures do not tell you is that you will receive the most personal and wonderful experience with them! We were married this past September and had an extremely windy day at the beach. Erin and Peter made sure we got all of the pictures on our list and more! They were attentive (Erin would hold my veil or flowers -what photographers do this?!?! simple things that meant so much!) and organized. I didn't have to worry once whether our photos would be great or if they would capture the moments we wanted. They are kind, genuine and caring which shows in every aspect of their business. We communicated multiple times on the phone, regarding location and questions. They were flexible with locations/times. Their attention to detail is unmatched. DO NOT HESITATE AND BOOK NOW. You will not be disappointed! Erin and Peter, thank you for capturing our day!
Love- The Walkers
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Lauren Sent on 12/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Yes, go with Daphne and Dean Photography!

From the moment we saw Erin and Peter's work from a friend's wedding, we knew we had to book them! From there, the process with them was easy, enjoyable and fun! Our beautiful engagement shoot session with Erin and Peter not only helped us establish a comfortability and friendship with them, but gave us insight into what we could expect for our wedding photographs; we knew we had made the right decision to go with Daphne and Dean Photography.

Fast forward to a few weeks leading up to the wedding--Erin and Peter were always available to communicate and meet about the logistics, helping to reduce our stress! On the day of the wedding, Erin, Peter, and Amy were the right balance of humor, patient, and calm (which is exactly what I needed). They were punctual and took charge in what they needed to do, which was perfect, because again, it was a stress I didn't have to worry about and I trusted them.

At the wedding, they captured our most precious memories. We are forever grateful to not only have these photographs for forever, but for having had the opportunity to work with such wonderful people and talented photographers.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

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Daphne and Dean Photography frequently asked questions

Daphne and Dean Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Daphne and Dean Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
Daphne and Dean Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
Daphne and Dean Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Daphne and Dean Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
Daphne and Dean 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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