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About

Gabelli Studio is a contemporary wedding photography service based in Verona, New Jersey. This highly skilled team understands the importance of your wedding, capturing your most precious moments in a way that represents your partnership authentically. This New Jersey-based service focuses on the finer details, documenting your nuptials in a way that ensures your comfort in front of the lens.

Experience

This photography studio was started by Gene and Lauren Gabelli 25 years ago. It is now owned by John Bacolo. John began his work with photography in high school, before traveling throughout North and South America to document the landscapes and cultures he encountered. He worked as Gene Gabelli’s assistant at Gabelli Studio beginning in 1998, and his work has been honored by the Professional Photographer’s of America Loan Collection.

Services Offered

The team at Gabelli Studio uses a combination of contemporary and photojournalistic styles to capture every special moment of a couple’s wedding. They understand the importance of seamless service, allowing couples to avail of a second photographer, additional hours, and a one-event-per-day policy. Services through this photographer include:

  • Boudoir shoots
  • Custom graphics
  • Engagement shoots
  • High-resolution imagery
  • Liability insurance
  • Multiple location shoots

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$3,450

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$7,450

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

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files
Prints
Proofs
Thank You Cards

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

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

Reviews of Gabelli Studio

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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
93 reviews
97% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
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Gabelli Studio receives high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service, talent, and professionalism. The team, including John, Gabby, and others, is commended for making couples feel comfortable and capturing beautiful moments effortlessly. Reviewers appreciate the fun and enjoyable atmosphere created during both engagement shoots and weddings, with guests and bridal parties all having positive experiences. The team's attention to detail, seamless planning, and genuine passion for their work make them highly recommended wedding photographers.

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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.

Gabelli Studio receives high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service, talent, and professionalism. The team, including John, Gabby, and others, is commended for making couples feel comfortable and capturing beautiful moments effortlessly. Reviewers appreciate the fun and enjoyable atmosphere created during both engagement shoots and weddings, with guests and bridal parties all having positive experiences. The team's attention to detail, seamless planning, and genuine passion for their work make them highly recommended wedding photographers.

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Alexis Sent on 08/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST team and BEST photographers!!

Our experience with Gabelli Studio was absolutely exceptional, and we can't recommend them enough! John and Gabby listened to us throughout the planning process and customized their approach to fit our vision. Nothing felt forced; everything was so natural, and that’s evident in the AMAZING photos they captured during both our engagement shoot and wedding day. The photos came out more beautiful than we ever could have imagined.

We especially loved how they turned what can sometimes be a stressful part of the day—photos—into something genuinely enjoyable and fun. They made us feel incredibly comfortable in front of the camera and kept us, our families, and bridal parties laughing all day, which made a huge difference. John, Jim, and Josh are a joy to be around, they bring incredible energy and passion to their work, and it truly shows.

Having your photographers with you for the majority of your wedding day, it really is so important that they match your energy, put you at ease, and keep things running smoothly. The Gabelli team did all that and more, and our wedding wouldn’t have been the same without them. Spending the day with them was an absolute blast.

We couldn't have asked for a better team to be with us on our wedding day, and we’re so grateful for how they meticulously captured every special moment. We absolutely adore the Gabelli team and cannot recommend them enough!!!
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Carly S. Sent on 12/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A must hire!

John & the Gabbelli Studios team we fantastic! We did both our engagement shoot and wedding with them, and I cannot rave enough about our experience. The attention to detail & planning for the day put my husband and I at ease that's each special moment we were hoping for was captured. The photos came out absolutely beautiful, and we could not be happier with our experience in working with them.
Samantha
Samantha F. Sent on 09/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Friendly, calm and professional!

Working with Gabelli studios was a great experience. All three providers were professional, friendly and calm. They made everyone feel at ease. They worked with us to ensure we obtained all the photography coverage we requested and willing to work outside the box.

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Nanina's in the Park Nanina's in the Park Banquet Halls

Great photography studio...they have a great eye and you will be pleased with their photos! They are very easy to work with for all your photography needs.

The Wilshire Caterers The Wilshire Caterers Hotel Weddings

Always a pleasure to work with!

The Westin Governor Morris The Westin Governor Morris Hotel Weddings

Gabelli Studios has been a great partner in the wedding market with our hotel, The Westin Governor Morris. They have outstanding photography package, and will customize photos with unique settings. They will work with your budget to create something spectacular. I highly recommend their services

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Gabelli Studio frequently asked questions

Gabelli Studio includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Gabelli Studio includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Thank You Cards
Gabelli Studio offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Gabelli Studio offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
Gabelli Studio offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Gabelli Studio is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility and 4.8 in value.

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