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Pristine quality
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Benjamin & Kimberly Cegelka
Benjamin & Kimberly Cegelka
Owner

Woman-owned

14 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Kindred Photography LLC is a wedding photography company based in Barkhamsted, Connecticut, that services weddings both locally and nationally.

We are committed to providing our clients with a blend of artistic and candid moments. Your wedding is unique to your love story, and so are your photographs. The in-between moments, the pure joy found in a burst of laughter—these are the magic moments.

We started Kindred Photography in 2012, shortly after getting married. We first met while attending the University of Hartford Art School, where we both graduated with our BFAs in Photography. We take pride in our artistic and photojournalistic approach to photography and are passionate and thankful to have the opportunity to do what we love for a living. Ben does a fantastic job photographing the weddings, either alone or with an experienced second photographer, and Kim takes care of the editing and behind-the-scenes.

We focus on being in the moment and being a positive and calm addition to your day. We use a mixture of natural light and on/off camera flash, depending on what is needed. We are there to capture your love story and document your day to the best of our ability.

What You'll Love About Kindred Photography LLC

Couples adore the story that these talented photographers tell through their images. Their professionalism from start to finish is also praised. Check out their gallery to get an insight into their style.

FAQ

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

What photography items do you offer?

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

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Reviews of Kindred Photography LLC

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Kindred Photography, the preferred vendor at Wickham Park, received glowing reviews for their modern approach, exceptional service, responsiveness, and beautiful photos. Reviewers highlighted the down-to-earth nature of Ben, their photographer, and the ease of working with Kim and Jeff. Despite minor setbacks like rescheduled calls, Kindred Photography was praised for capturing special moments, providing guidance on posing, and delivering stunning photos for weddings and family sessions. Their professionalism, affordability, and personalized approach were consistently commended by clients, making them a highly recommended choice for capturing cherished memories.

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Kindred Photography, the preferred vendor at Wickham Park, received glowing reviews for their modern approach, exceptional service, responsiveness, and beautiful photos. Reviewers highlighted the down-to-earth nature of Ben, their photographer, and the ease of working with Kim and Jeff. Despite minor setbacks like rescheduled calls, Kindred Photography was praised for capturing special moments, providing guidance on posing, and delivering stunning photos for weddings and family sessions. Their professionalism, affordability, and personalized approach were consistently commended by clients, making them a highly recommended choice for capturing cherished memories.

Summer
Summer Sent on 02/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The.Best.Photographers.

Ben and Kim from Kindred Photography surpassed all our expectations for our wedding. Their exceptional talent behind the lens captured stunning moments throughout the day, creating a beautiful narrative of our wedding. They made us feel comfortable and at ease, ensuring natural and genuine shots. What's more, their pricing was incredibly reasonable, making them an excellent choice for any budget-conscious couple. We can't recommend Ben and Kim highly enough for their professionalism, skill, and affordability.
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 12/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Do not hesitate to book them!

Kim and Ben were an incredible team to work with…We could not have asked for anything better! We’re so grateful to them for capturing so many special moments. The pictures came out better than we could have ever imagined!
Anita
Anita Sent on 12/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience

We had an amazing experience with Kindred. They were incredibly accommodating, scheduled multiple calls prior to the day and made sure I got all of the special photos I wanted. Kim was so nice and easy to work with prior to the day and we had the best time working with Ben and Jeff on our wedding day. Outside of special photos I requested, all of the photos came out absolutely beautifully. It was truly the best part of my day working with them on our wedding photos. We had so much fun and were laughing the whole time !! They were also affordable. Best decision using Kindred as our wedding photographer!
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Alena Sent on 09/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fabulous Photographers

Kindred Photography was amazing to work with. They were super responsive and gave us a layout of what our wedding day would look like. We filled out a form to let them know what photos we really wanted and they made sure we captured those. Now we have stunning photos to remember for years to come.
Leanna
Leanna Sent on 12/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Loved Our Experience!

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Ben and Kim from Kindred Photography for our wedding, and I can't recommend them enough! Ben was not only professional and talented, but he also brought an artist's eye to every shot. Even though we had a plan for where to take pictures at our venue, Ben would stop us and say, "Hey, what do you think about this?" His picture choices ended up being our favorites – they truly captured the essence of our day. Kim was so sweet and thoughtful, even getting me some of my pictures early so I could use them for Christmas gifts. Working with Kindred Photography was such a joy, and I am so grateful for the beautiful memories they helped us preserve!
S
Sarah Sent on 12/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!

Kim and Ben are wonderful to work with. We highly recommend them for your day!
R
Ryan Sent on 12/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Kindred photography is great! We hired them for our wedding previously as well as family photos this past fall! Our toddler was in a difficult mood however Ben and Kim did an amazing job capturing her good moments. Would highly recommend Kindred Photography!
A
Ali B. Sent on 12/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We love working with Kindred!

Kindred photography was so wonderful for our wedding. They were flexible, accommodating and affordable. We had fun and didn't feel awkward in any photos, which is not the norm for us! We loved their work so much we have continued family photos with them. They also are always welcoming for our dogs and take great photos of them!
Eileen
Eileen Sent on 05/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! Artful! Affordable!!!

Kim and Ben did a fabulous job with our wedding! They did pre-wedding shots that were beautiful and intimate, they took gorgeous shots of the ceremony, and they took fun shots of the reception that I will always treasure. They were very affordable and when they could have stayed longer and charged us more, they were honest with us and told us that they had a lot already. They were right, and they did us a huge favor! Definitely hire Ben and Kim and you will not regret it!
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Anna Sent on 01/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Ideal Photographers

Kindred Photography met our photography needs for our wedding well. They were personable and comfortable to work with while providing professional service and high quality photographs. We enjoyed working with them and would highly recommend them to anyone.
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We can't say enough good things about Kindred Photography! We've worked with this husband and wife team many times now and look forward to it every time! Ben and Kim have a way of setting their bride and groom at ease all while capturing the day as it happened, as if they weren't even there. They're so wonderful to work with that we also had them do our family photoshoot this last summer!

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Kindred Photography LLC frequently asked questions

Kindred Photography LLC includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Kindred Photography LLC includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Kindred Photography LLC offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
  • Vintage
Kindred Photography LLC offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Kindred Photography LLC offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Kindred Photography LLC is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 5 in value, 4.9 in quality of service and 4.9 in average response time.
Kindred Photography LLC currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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