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Jessica Painter Photography has a unique style that combines a lifestyle and photojournalistic approach to your wedding day.

Behind the camera is a funny and creative mind that will work with you to create images you will cherish for the rest of your life.

I love creating stories. I want to tell your story, your way, with just a little twist of my own and a unique style you won't find anywhere else. I can't wait to work with you.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

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

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
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 Jessica Painter Photography

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Addyson Sent on 12/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Personable, Experienced, and Organized!

Jessica Painter is your best friend in wedding photographer form. Truly. I don’t know another way to put it! She is truly amazing and worth every penny and more! Everything felt SO comfortable and natural- from the engagement shoot to our dinner meet up before the wedding and all leading up to the big day! She felt like a friend with a camera! We connected immediately via email when I was searching for a photographer and it only intensified at our e-shoot. This was important to me, since your photographer is typically there for ALL moments throughout your special day, big and small, intimate and communal. The relationship she built with us no doubt played a roll in the day’s success! Not only that, but she helped us develop a timeline that was custom to our wants, but also efficient and extensive to cover all of the details we wanted recorded. She pays close attention to detail, as well as gets to know you personally as well as what you want captured and how you want it captured. I cannot say enough good things about her. If you book her, you will NOT be disappointed. I haven’t even gotten my wedding photos back yet, but I know if they’re going to be anything like my e-shoot photos, they’re going to be out of this world! Thank you Jessica, and Amanda, for elegantly capturing our day for us! We couldn’t be more appreciative!
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Morgan Sent on 10/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Decision!

There is so many great things to say about Jessica and her assistant. Jessica was so personable from the first time talking, all the way through the wedding. A few weeks before the wedding she scheduled a phone call to go over timeline and all the details with me. She made sure that everything we wanted captured was noted so I did not have to remember what photos I wanted which was a huge relief! She also asked about photos I did not think of which was great to have her insight for. (and her and her assistant love dogs, so they made sure to capture some great photos with my dogs on the wedding day!)

It ended up raining during some of the day but I knew Jessica was going to still get amazing shots and she did. Choosing someone to have the responsibility of capturing your day is stressful, but Jessica made it an easy decision. Having someone so professional, personable and talented was the best decision we could have made. Hire her!
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Jessica Sent on 09/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

High Quality Photos with a Personal Touch

Working with Jessica and her assistant on the day of our wedding was fabulous. They were both professional and fun, making sure we got all the pictures that we wanted. The pictures are of high quality and definitely worth the cost to remember our special day. Jessica is AMAZING, she takes the time to get to know prior to your wedding day and checks in on you periodically throughout the process.
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Ashley Sent on 05/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
There are so many wonderful things I can say about Jessica Painter Photography! My husband and I got married in 2016 and had been engaged for 2 years. As soon as he popped the question I began my search for a photographer and found Jessica. She is the definition of professional AND patient! I can recall emailing her many, many times throughout those two years and she was prompt and courteous in each reply. She truly eased my worries and was a saint to answer all of my questions. Jessica and her husband Ed made everyone feel so comfortable in front of the camera during the big day. She was able to capture every shot I had envisioned being taken and exceeded my expectations when we received our photos! It was like reliving the whole day again. After the wedding is over, you have your memories and photos to remember it by and she created such a stunning visual of how the day unfolded. During the album process, she was again patient as can be and answered ALL of my design questions. I am telling you that during this whole ordeal you will be thinking of questions you cannot fathom of asking until you are in that mindset, and to have a photographer who possesses the ability to address all of your worries with a kind demeanor is such a reassurance. Jessica and Ed are a fantastic team, please do not hesitate to have them capture your happiest moments!
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Jess Sent on 01/28/2018
5 out of 5 rating
There are not enough positive words in my vocabulary to describe Jessica of Jessica Painter Photography! I will start out by saying that my husband and I have very (VERY!) high expectations and are difficult to impress. When we stumbled across Jessica’s website, we knew that we found a diamond in the rough. We were so impressed with her unique style and the quality of her work and we were thrilled that she could join us on our special day.

My husband and I had a very small destination wedding (15 guests) and Jess was able to work out a pricing package that included everything we wanted at a price that fit within our budget. Jess was extremely responsive throughout the whole process and really listened and understood what we wanted. Although we did not have a chance to meet in person before the wedding, Jessica and her assistant, Heather were extremely personable and friendly which made my husband and I feel instantly comfortable. We were able to be ourselves and Jessica really captured who we are as a couple.

It is abundantly clear that Jessica is extremely passionate about her craft and her business. Her talent is unmeasurable and the quality of her product exquisite and unmatched. Jessica is absolutely one-of-a-kind. We are completely enamored with all of the photos from our special day and we will treasure them forever!
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Alexis Sent on 01/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Jess and her team did an absolutely incredible job on our wedding photos!! From the very beginning of our engagement shoot we instantly felt extremely comfortable and confident in our photographer choice. Jess was extremely responsive throughout the whole process and she ensured that our wedding day was captured perfectly. The photos are so gorgeous and a true testament to her extreme talent. She and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with and are highly recommended! Thank you Jessica Painter Photography!
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Courtney Sent on 12/28/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Jessica did a great job at our wedding! She was very pregnant with twins and did not skip a beat! She was professional and really cared about what my husband and I wanted! I have recommended her to everyone I know! Thank you Jessica for capturing such lovely moments at our wedding!
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Alyssa Sent on 12/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Jessica and her team were awesome! From the very first phone call she was flexible and responsive. She worked with me through everything and was always pleasant to chat with. The day of my wedding Jessica and her partner were on it! We had a very long day and Jessica made sure she was on top of everything and everyone. From all the little details to the ‘in the moment’ craziness, she got it all! She can really capture the true moment of your special day. I can’t stop looking at my pictures! They are so beautiful.
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Leah Sent on 08/30/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Jessica Painter was the best decision my husband and I made during our wedding planning process. We were blown away by her on so many levels. When you meet Jessica, you will know right away that she is so passionate about what she does. She is incredibly caring, attentive and just a lovely person inside and out. She will instantly make you feel comfortable in front of that camera, as she uses her humor and her calm cool and collected nature to make the entire experience enjoyable! Her work is art- it is so beautiful and she puts so much effort into her product you will never have doubts about hiring her. She truly captures the moment and the love in every frame. Looking back, I can't imagine going through our wedding day without her. It's like you have a close friend there with you to help you through all the stress of the day. Please do not look further- you will not regret it! She captured one of the best days of our lives and we will be forever grateful for having her apart of our lives! We will cherish these pictures forever!
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Amanda Sent on 10/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Photography was one of the most important decisions for me for our wedding, and I did a ton of research online. Jessica's photos immediately stood out to me and were exactly what I was looking for. From the initial conversation, to the day of the wedding, Jessica was a pleasure to work with. She would always respond promptly to emails, was VERY organized, and had a ton of good ideas. I was stress free the day of the wedding because I had gone through the entire day with her multiple times. Jessica (and her husband Ed!) arrived on time (actually a little early!), immediately set up and started shooting. She discussed the option of a first look with me, and the benefit of having so much extra time to shoot..boy was I glad I took her advice! Not only was it a very special moment just between my husband and I, but it gave us 2 hours prior to the ceremony to really take our time and get every shot we wanted. They did their research and picked beautiful backdrops for our photos! They even battled some difficult weather for us (sorry that you got soaked Ed!!). In the end, everything turned out perfect and we couldn't be happier with the photos we received. We've gotten so many compliments on our photos..even from a set photographer from a major television show that my brother works for! Anyone looking for a photographer for their wedding should hire Jessica Painter Photography..you won't regret it!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

13 Endorsements
Time Capsule Photo Booth Time Capsule Photo Booth Photo Booths

Jessica and Edward are an amazing photography team, and very detailed orientated! I love working with them!

Intuition Event Coordination & Floral Design Intuition Event Coordination & Floral Design Wedding Planners

Jessica and her husband and I worked at a wedding together at the Pruyn House in Latham NY. They were great to work with, extremely professional and very creative. They worked so well with the family and made sure to capture all of the important shots and all the impromptu shots as well. Jessica is very good at what she does and I hope to work with her and her husband very soon!

Lake Placid Club Lake Placid Club Country Club Weddings

Wonderful to work with the day of the wedding and incredibly responsive to any questions or requests.

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