We’ve got a lot to say about Holly and Jim and it’s all absolutely glowing.

From the moment Holly and Jim came to meet us for our engagement photos, we’d picked Central Park, we knew we were in incredibly capable and warm hands. Our wedding was upstate in Jefferson, New York in October 2024 and was exactly what we imagined (read meticulously planned). A huge part of that was captured flawlessly by these two talented photographers.

Holly and Jim's ability to blend seamlessly into the background while still managing to capture every precious moment is astounding. They paired their prior experiences at our venue with an uncanny knack for anticipating those fleeting, beautiful instances – a loving glance, close ups on our meaningful mementos, the joy radiating from our guests. They didn't just take pictures; they told the story of how our day came together from both sides of the aisle.

The photos themselves are breathtaking. The lighting, the composition, even the curation of selects afterwards – everything was absolutely professional. They managed to encapsulate the rustic charm of the venue, the vibrance of autumn in the Catskills, while also highlighting the intimate and personal moments that made our wedding so uniquely ours. From lakeside portraits in the afternoon sun, to raucous groups on the dance floor, to fireworks later that night — they had it covered from the perfect angle without ever being in the way.

Beyond their technical expertise, Holly and Jim are simply wonderful people. They are kind, patient, and genuinely passionate about their craft. They were accommodating with our budget, and frankly, generous with helping us make the most of it. Holly is sharp and reassuring, she was particularly proactive with recommending local resources like a videographer. Jim is calm and easygoing, even offering to ride along with the groomsmen from the AirBnB to the venue.

If you're looking for wedding photographers who will not only deliver stunning images but also keep your day from feeling as crazy as it certainly is, look no further than Out of the Ordinary. They really are, well, it’s right there in the name. We are forever grateful for the beautiful memories they have given us. We couldn't recommend them highly enough!

It was great working with OOTO! They were so quick to respond to our inquiries and were so kind and professional, it really helped to put our minds at ease. The day of our wedding, we were given very helpful direction and Holly had such creative ideas and it resulted in some beautiful photos for our December wedding! There was also a huge storm the night before the wedding but they showed up right on time which I am so grateful for! 10/10 would recommend booking them!

Out of the Ordinary photography captured my wedding day wonderfully. They were very professional, kind, and flexible. I was beyond thrilled with the results of the photos taken. Many of the guests at my wedding complimented the talent of the photographers! I am so grateful that Out of the Ordinary photography were the ones to photograph my special day! Highly recommend.

This team was absolutely amazing. They were so collaborative and professional, and captured the love and energy of the day perfectly. We received previews of the photos pretty quickly (while we were on our honeymoon, which was fantastic) and the rest of the photos came shortly after. We had emphasized that we really wanted candid photos of our guests during the reception, as well as photos that we could share with our caterer showing all the hard work they did, and these folks more than delivered. I would recommend them to literally anyone and everyone.

The price is well worth it. They are very friendly & honestly fit right in. I will always recommend Holly & her husband for any event! Holly herself is so down to earth & very amazing at what she does💕

Great, quick communication before, during, and after our wedding. Totally put our minds at ease. Handled the suboptimal conditions (mud everywhere, glaring sun, high winds that knocked things down) at the venue with ease and grace. Didn't even know they were there unless they were talking directly to us (stealthy!). Captured so many gorgeous photos and fun candids. They took our preferences into account- we got the types of photos that were important to us (and more!) and they were in the style we hoped for- natural, did not look heavily edited (and if they were you'd never know it!). Video clips and 1 min video montage were WONDERFUL. Many guests have commented how nicely they captured the essence of our day. Having both of them there was perfect - not only were they able to catch both sides of the wedding party getting ready in separate locations, but also the different angles of the same moments.
We will enlist their services again for other events.
They were fun and friendly and helpful, and we cannot say enough about Out of the Ordinary Photography!

Choosing a photographer to capture one of the most important days of your life is not easy!. Luckily for you it just got a whole lot easier! Just call Holly and Jim at OOTO Photography! I was instantly put at ease because not only were they available, reasonable but felt genuine from start to finish. Holly is so very talented, professional and yet approachable. She felt like a lifelong friend within moments so my pictures were relaxed, creative and beautiful! We had them so soon after the wedding I was shocked. I still haven't put an album together because I want too many pictures! If you're reading this it's probably that wonderfully nervous time in your life, just remember Love is Love and Best of Luck! Sincerely, Lisa & Wayne Winkler

Out of the Ordinary Photography truly made our wedding day special. Their casual approach combined with great direction made us feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire afternoon. The photographer's flexibility in accommodating our preferences was highly appreciated, ensuring that our vision was captured beautifully.

We hired Out of the Ordinary photography for our winter elopement and they were wonderful! Reasonably priced, showed up perfectly on time and had two cameras to capture multiple angles. They were lovely people and made us feel very comfortable immediately. They were up to photographing in the snow and got some great vistas and shots. The pictures they captured were gorgeous and got us the initial sneak peak within a week and a very reasonable timeline for the entire album! Would definitely recommend them!

My husband and I worked with Holly and Jim for both our engagement shoot and wedding (6/4/22). We really enjoyed working with them and appreciated their candid and unique approach to photography. We were both nervous before our engagement shoot, but Holly and Jim made the whole experience a ton of fun! They were really responsive prior to the wedding and answered our many questions throughout the process (and shared some great tips). During the wedding, they were really professional.

Reflecting on our experience, we would really recommend that couples sit down and think through the photos they want. We sent a shot list for the day, but missed some key items (ie. photos with us and flower girl and ring bearer). It would have been helpful to have received more feedback on this or a suggested shot list from prior weddings. We also wish we had requested more shots of my in-laws (there were many more of my parents). I'm sure if we had more time to think about it, we would have told Holly and Jim, and they would have gotten these important shots.

We appreciated the super quick turnaround on getting the photos back to us, and everyone loved them! Highly recommend OOTO!