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  • New England wedding and portrait photographer based in CT but also servicing MA, RI, and NY.
  • Documentary and artistic style with a love for capturing candid moments
  • Specializing in all types of weddings big and small, elopements, intimate ceremonies, engagement shoots, and portrait sessions
  • 12 years photography experience with over 6 years specializing in weddings
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

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
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional
Vintage

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
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
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Jennifer Cardinal

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Reviewers rave about a professional, friendly, and organized photographer who stays calm under pressure. They praise her creative direction, stunning photos, quick turnaround, and clear communication. She’s flexible, goes above and beyond, and makes couples feel comfortable even on chaotic days.

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Reviewers rave about a professional, friendly, and organized photographer who stays calm under pressure. They praise her creative direction, stunning photos, quick turnaround, and clear communication. She’s flexible, goes above and beyond, and makes couples feel comfortable even on chaotic days.

KiCa
Kica Sent on 04/28/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent to work with.

As a photographer myself, I assisted Jen on a wedding we covered for a mutual friend. It was so fun to watch her work through her process. Jen is very organized but also knows how to 'wing it' when called for. Also, Jen is friendly and respectful but also knows how to get it done when there is no time to spare! I enjoyed working with her and plan to second shoot with her again- it was a pleasant experience and I notice that her clients really enjoy themselves.
George
George Sent on 10/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Flawless!!

There are not enough words to describe how incredible our experience was with Jennifer!!! She was phenomenal — perfect — from start to finish. We were fortunate enough to work with her for both our engagement photos and our wedding day. Simply put, she is the best.

Her professionalism is top-notch, and she is super friendly — you instantly feel comfortable with her within minutes of your initial meeting. She worked tirelessly to make sure everything was absolutely perfect. Her energy is unmatched, and we cannot wait to see our wedding photos.

She and the other photographer she brought were amazing from the moment we arrived at the venue all the way until the end of the night. She listened to all our questions and requests attentively and made sure we got everything we needed and more. Anytime we needed something, she was on top of it.
There is no one else we would have wanted capturing our perfect day. We can’t wait to work with her again in the future. Do not miss out!! You cannot get better!!
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 08/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Photographer of our dreams

Jennifer is exceptional. She’s warm, professional, and incredibly efficient. From the start, she took the time to understand exactly what I was hoping to capture and made sure every detail was considered ahead of time. My sister found her on Instagram, and I instantly fell in love with her style—now I have stunning photos of my own to cherish.

Her pricing is a steal for the quality and care she provides. She’s a true artist who beautifully captured all of our special moments. I also really appreciated her flexibility and attention to detail when it came to refining a few shots to make them just right. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 01/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible photographer

Jennifer is absolutely amazing! Her photography is incredible! She photographed our wedding and bridal shower. From the moment we began working with her we felt so comfortable! She is very creative and helpful throughout a day that otherwise can be stressful. Her communication is amazing and always kept us updated through the editing process and “sneak peak”. We are so happy to have chosen Jennifer and plan to continue booking with her for future events!
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 10/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Olivia & Anthony Wedding

I am writing this on my way to my honeymoon since I could not stop smiling from all the hard work, effort, and time that Jennifer and her team executed on our wedding day this past weekend. In a very stressful, nervous, but exciting monumental moment Jennifer and her team have such a calming, kind, and personable energy that truly made working with her one of my favorite moments of our wedding. She really does work magic and we were beyond grateful to have her during our wedding day. The time she took for each picture and detail as well as making us feel comfortable all at the same time is such a talent in every way. She truly is the best and we wouldn’t want anyone else taking pictures for our wedding day that will last a lifetime. If you’re thinking of choosing her as your photographer DO IT! She is absolutely amazing not only her work but who she is as an individual. We love love love you!!!
M
Megan Sent on 11/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing person and photographer!

I just got married this past October and Jennifer was an ABSOLUTE rockstar! She made the entire process so easy for us and was so responsive to all of my questions. We had a rainy, cold wedding day, but that didn’t slow her down even for a minute. She kept the vibes up and made sure we had a blast and got the most gorgeous photos of our special day. I highly recommend working with Jenn, she was amazing!
Gina
Gina Sent on 11/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

MVP of my Wedding Day!

I had found Jen through a mutual Facebook friend who posted their wedding pictures and after seeing them I knew I had to reach out. Not only is her photography style beautiful but her directive style is the best. She is confident and bold all while being respectful and fun. She will do anything to get the shot she envisions and I fully appreciated that on my wedding day. She was the MVP that day - from speaking up when things were straying from our discussed timeline to handling various personalities with other vendors so well. Her attention to detail and timely turnaround with everything was also amazing. When you hire Jen you will not regret it!
Dee-Ann
Dee-Ann Sent on 10/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Photographer!

Jennifer is simply put, an amazing photographer, reliable and very friendly! We first did an engagement shoot with her and it was a great experience - she was able to find so many nice photo spots and give us plenty of direction at a location that was new to her. She even took the time to get to know us! The photos were so beautiful and the quantity was more than we expected! She was always really quick to respond to emails and questions in the time leading up to the wedding. The day of the wedding, she followed our timeline of photos at different locations prior to the ceremony seamlessly, which was ambitious, and she does it all with such positive energy! She delivered over 100 highlight photos in only a week which were so beautiful and timeless! We can’t wait to see the rest of the photos! I have enjoyed following her social media and seeing all the wonderful weddings she captures over the last nearly two years! Book Jennifer, you won’t regret it! 10/10 recommend!
Kate
Kate Sent on 08/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Photographer!

I used Jennifer Cardinal for both my engagement session and wedding and she was amazing! We had our engagement pictures in under a week, which was WAY ahead of the timeline and so appreciated. My (now) husband and I aren't great in front of the camera, but she made us really comfortable and took amazing shots. On our wedding day, it was crazy (I mean two people passed out crazy) and she stayed calm and took control of getting all of the shots done when we were missing various people. She goes above and beyond for her clients, even staying late to capture a really important moment for our wedding that was outside of the contract time. Definitely recommend her!
Tanya
Tanya Sent on 04/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning photography

We hired Jennifer Cardinal for our wedding on June 21, 2024. Recently we did our engagement pictures last weekend and I couldn't wait to share a review! My fiancé and I aren't the best at knowing what to do for pictures, but Jennifer went right in and gave us all of the direction we needed! Our place (Logee's Greenhouses) was new to her, but she easily picked up on the perfect places to get amazing photos! Not only was she professional and easy to work with, but the photos were more than I could ever imagined they would be. The quality and artistry that went into them is more than I coukd havr imagined, and my friends and family were raving to me about how stunning the pictures are. Thank you for capturing our engagement and love so well! We cannot wait until our wedding day when we can work with you again! I am confident Jennifer Cardinal Photography will capture every moment we need on our wedding day!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner

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Jennifer Cardinal frequently asked questions

Jennifer Cardinal includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Jennifer Cardinal 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
  • Digital Files
Jennifer Cardinal offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
  • Vintage
Jennifer Cardinal offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Jennifer Cardinal offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Jennifer Cardinal 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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