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Ephemera Photographics, a contemporary wedding photographer in the Northern New Jersey area, provides dramatic and romantic photographs for couples of their big day. This photographer, called Eddie, turns ordinary pictures of couples into fine art images thanks to his creative composition and editing techniques. Posed and candid moments alike are caught on film when couples choose Ephemera Photographics for their wedding day.

Experience
In high school, Eddie Anastasio edited his school’s yearbook, but he fell in love with photography as early as age four. He worked as a newspaper photographer, darkroom technician and master printer after his yearbook days ended. From there he discovered his interest in wedding photography and created his studio, Ephemera Photographics.

Services Offered
Eddie and his team document moments for couples to relive again and again. The photographers are able to do this by offering the following services:

  • Custom graphics
  • Engagement shoot
  • High-resolution images
  • Liability insurance
  • Multiple locations
  • Second shooter
  • Slideshow
  • Trash-the-dress shoot
  • Video


Other Services
The company is named Ephemera Photographics because ephemera means “a thing that lasts for a markedly brief time.” This team believes that they are capturing small bits of ephemera on film, and want couples to be able to go back and relive these moments through the pictures. To do so, they offer the following products and photo formats:

  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital files
  • Prints
  • Save-the-date cards
  • Thank-you cards
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Slideshow
Trash The Dress
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints

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

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Video

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Ephemera Photographics

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Brittany Sent on 06/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing!

If I could give Ed & Jess a million out of 10 I would! I have nothing but amazing things to say. Our pictures came out phenomenal! We were so happy and honored to have them on our special day. Not only was Jess an amazing photographer, she worked as a day of facilitator and kept us on schedule and planned the whole morning for us. She was super professional and made every second of my day EASY. They both were super knowledgeable and creative. They made sure to get all the photos we wanted with specific family members while thinking out of the box and getting photos we didn’t even think of! Ever since I got my photos back we haven’t been able to stop looking at them! We are over the moon. Thank you Ed & Jess!
Kimberly
Kimberly Sent on 09/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Eddie and Jess made my wedding day perfect on 9/23/18!!!! They took amazing pictures even in the rain when we had to change the whole morning plan when we couldn't take pictures on the beach! Jess helped the guys and the girls with poses and took every single family picture on my list and duplicated every picture I printed out for her off line. Eddie is funny and professional and a pleasure to work with all day! His timing and how he makes the day glow is great. He even displays photos at the reception from earlier in the day and I had guests leave the dance floor to crowd around the TV to watch the slide show of about 50 or more pictures and everyone was in awe. They were beautiful and I cant wait to see the rest of them. Picking out photos for the album will be super challenging but I cant wait!!
Leanne
Leanne Sent on 08/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Eddie was AMAZING. He was recommended to us by my brother's girlfriend whose family has hired Eddie for many weddings. Now my brother is engaged and they will be using him too! We took our engagement photos in Philadelphia last June and Eddie traveled there and took wonderful photos for us to use on our Save the Dates and Wedding Website, and of course hang in our home for years to come. On the day of the Wedding, Eddie & Jess were nothing short of outstanding. They were extremely professional, fun, helpful, and put all of our minds at ease! We had the BEST day with them. We just got our pictures back and I am honestly blown away!!! We could not have been happier with our choice in wedding photographer!
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Elizabeth Sent on 12/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I Can’t say enough good things about Eddie, Jess, Kathy, and Bill. Our November 3 wedding was the best day of our lives and we owe alot of that to them. They are amazing to work with, genuinely fun to be around, and most importantly, ridiculously talented at what they do. I haven’t even gotten all my pictures back yet, but already I am in love. During our reception Eddie set up a screen with photos he had taken earlier in the day and my guests kept coming up to us to rave about the shots. The pictures had so much depth and detail that people thought my husband and I had been superimposed to the background! I can’t thank Eddie and his team enough for all of their hard work and kindness throughout the whole process. Eddie was always so chill and easy to work with. My husband who hates taking pictures loved him right away which made everything so much easier! On your wedding day you spend 10-12 hours with your photographers. If you want to genuinely enjoy the people you spend that time with as well as have amazing, classic pics that can’t be beat than ephemera is the place to go! Thank you once again Eddie, Jess, Miss Booksie and Bill!!
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Elizabeth Sent on 09/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Planning a wedding is quite the journey, and I was incredibly nervous about selecting a photographer for my wedding. When I met Eddie at a bridal show a year before my wedding, I immediately knew he was the photographer I had been dreaming of. He is down to earth, yet incredibly masterful of his craft. He truly cares about his customers, and not just in a superficial way either. He takes time to get to know you, understand your nuances, and your overall vision. Then he executes it phenomenally. A year later, Eddie and Jessie were our photographers for our wedding on 7/16/2017, and we couldn't be happier with the job they did. From early morning at our house to the very end of the night at the reception, they were supportive, thoughtful, and wonderfully creative. Eddie will lay himself on the floor, leap across boat docks, and more, in order to find the perfect angle or backdrop. His company is called Ephemera, and I understand why now. Just like a magnificent sunset, he captures those fleeting moments so that you can cherish them forever. I highly recommend him. Thank you Eddie, for being an amazing photographer and human being!
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Felicia Sent on 08/12/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We initially found Ed through social media, when our venue posted one of his images. We knew then with one picture we needed him to shoot our wedding, and as it turns out he was a preferred vendor for our venue. Meeting him was the icing on the cake! Ed instantly welcomed us with opened arms and made us feel completely comfortable. Not only is Ed himself amazing, but his whole team is outstanding! They all have cool, calm, attitudes which is exactly what every bride and groom need on their wedding day. Everyone worked so well together getting every shot we wanted all before cocktail hour! Later in the evening, the team put together a slideshow of images that was shown during the reception for our guests. The day after our wedding, we were contacted by so many family and friends asking how we knew our photographers. This was because the relationship Ed and his team built with us made it seem like we’ve known eachother for years. We’ve also gotten SO MANY requests for copies of the pictures! There aren't enough words to describe their work. A completely wonderful experience that is unforgettable. Thank you Ed, Jess, Bill and Chris for not only shooting our special day but making us a part of your family, and you will always be a part of ours... Every bride and groom need this AMAZING team for their wedding day!!! LOVE YOU GUYS ---- Felicia & Michael
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Melissa Sent on 08/02/2017
5 out of 5 rating
So glad we hired Ed to do our wedding photos!!! Ed is talented, professional and fun to work with. He is clearly very good at his job and has a great eye for unique shots. From the moment we met Eddie we knew he was going to be able to give us the photos we wanted...and he delivered! Our photos are fantastic! They are filled with smiles and laughter, tender and fun filled moments. So many candid shots captured in a way that tells the whole story of our day and of us. Thank you so much Ed for the outstanding job on our photos! We love them!! xoxoxo Melissa and Doug
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Lauren Sent on 06/09/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Eddie and Jess from Ephemera Photographics really blew us away!! This dynamic duo took beautiful photos and had great teamwork- Eddie truly has an artistic eye while Jess assists and makes the vision happen. On the day of the wedding, these 2 came ready to work- came early, stayed late, and helped us with our getting ready for the day. They were able to accommodate all of our requested photo shots and included everyone we wanted in the photos. We are a couple who were married at the end of May at an outdoor venue in Long Branch, NJ. However, we are currently out of state and are less familiar with locations to take pictures. They assisted with this and made suggestions- the pictures taken at a nearby lake came out beautifully. One of the best surprises of the night is that Eddie and Jess displayed some photo shots from the day on a TV screen at the reception. Our guests were raving and we absolutely loved it! The pictures were gorgeous and we can't wait to see the final product/the rest of their work! My husband felt uncomfortable with photos and Jess really worked with him and the groomsmen to make everything feel natural (which led to better photos!)
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Jenna Sent on 02/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I knew Eddie and Kathy prior to booking my wedding with them, and having a destination wedding I knew that there were some vendors I could get away with not meeting, but I could not settle on just anyone for my photography. I flew them out to my wedding with us, and what I recieved was so much more than photographers. Eddie and Kathy were instantly a part of our group, making everyone feel comfortable with them hanging and capturing our time leading up to the wedding. They made no promises about what they were able to bring since their equipment is a lot to lug, and they went above and beyond making sure that we had every perk they had to offer - which again was no easy task. The day of my wedding they were both there with me while I got ready, their vibe kept me calm all day which being in the industry is a miracle itself. Kathy helped me carry my dress while they helped me move from my hotel room to the venue. My dress had heavy beading and with being dragged on an airplane some came loose. Kathy sprung to action and sewed two parts of my dress and again kept me supremely calm. They ensured our first look went off without a hitch and on time, which was one of the most nerve-racking parts of the day for me. After our ceremony my bustle broke and AGAIN Kathy saved the day. If she hadn't fixed it I would have never been able to stay on the dance floor the entire night like I did. To put the icing on the cake out of no where they pulled out a computer and my guests were able to see some of the shots from the day while we were enjoying ourselves on the dance floor. Every single one of my wedding guests complimented the two on their incredible talents as well as personalities. I can never say enough about Eddie and Kathy, and how the choice I made to bring them to my destination was one of the best I ever made. My wedding would not have been the same without them!
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Melissa Sent on 01/17/2017
5 out of 5 rating
After the big day is over, after the honeymoon and all the well wishes are finished, what is left to remember the most important day of your life? THE PICTURES! Choosing a photographer was very important to me because of this very reason. When I booked my wedding at the Channel Club in Monmouth Beach, I couldn't stop looking at all of the pictures in their office. Most were done by Eddie Anastasio of Ephemera Photographics. I knew I needed to have his talent for our beautiful wedding.
From the moment you start working with Eddie, you will understand that as a photographer he is unique and special. His talent is untouchable. He sees things like no one else can see them and then he captures that in a photo! I can only tell you this: if you want to have long lasting, beautiful memories for a lifetime that are totally unique and amazing, then you need to have Eddie from Ephemera as your photographer.
On the day of my wedding, Eddie and Jess were absolutely marvelous! They were invaluable to our special day. Jess spent her whole day fixing me, making sure I looked beautiful, and keeping my 5 flower girls in place haha. She also got ALL of the family pictures that we wanted done in quick record time, it was amazing how she was so organized! I can never ever thank Eddie and Jess of Ephemera enough. For helping us plan, for making us look great and for the lasting memories we will have forever through your beautiful pictures! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

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Ephemera Photographics frequently asked questions

Ephemera Photographics includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Slideshow
  • Trash The Dress
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Ephemera Photographics includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
Ephemera Photographics offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Ephemera Photographics offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
Ephemera Photographics offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Ephemera Photographics 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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