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I am Paul, a husband, father, and photographer serving the east coast NY, NJ, tri-state area, and available for travel worldwide. I have a joy and enthusiasm for life, love, and marriage. I love creating beautiful photos and capturing moments and memories but more importantly I love to photograph weddings and engagements because I love marriage and the love it signifies.

I believe your wedding and engagement photography should be as beautiful as the emotions they capture. The photos I take are intimate & candid. The experience is relaxed, carefree, and romantic. I am committed to providing beautiful photos and a beautiful experience to our couples, while helping them to be fully present to one another during our time together. I value each of my couples and how they inspire me in my own marriage.

Wedding collections start at around $5500. Any products you may wish to choose such as albums and canvas prints, can be added upon request. I would love to set up a time to meet with you and your fiancé at my studio and hear more about your wedding and what you are looking for.

I work together with each couple before the wedding to create the perfect wedding day schedule, shot lists, and timeline. I keep the time, mind the shot lists and schedule so that you do not have to, but instead are free to fully enjoy your wedding day stress-free. I strive to make your wedding experience, from the planning to the big day and beyond, the most blessed experience.

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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
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Prints

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
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

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
Prints

Reviews of Paul Francis Photography

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Paul Francis Photography receives glowing reviews for their exceptional service and breathtaking wedding photography. Reviewers praise the photographer, Paul, for his creativity, professionalism, and ability to capture natural and beautiful moments. From making clients feel comfortable to organizing the chaos of a wedding day, Paul's dedication to his work and clients shines through. His keen eye for detail, prompt communication, and genuine passion for photography make him highly recommended for capturing special moments on a couple's big day.

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Paul Francis Photography receives glowing reviews for their exceptional service and breathtaking wedding photography. Reviewers praise the photographer, Paul, for his creativity, professionalism, and ability to capture natural and beautiful moments. From making clients feel comfortable to organizing the chaos of a wedding day, Paul's dedication to his work and clients shines through. His keen eye for detail, prompt communication, and genuine passion for photography make him highly recommended for capturing special moments on a couple's big day.

Brittany
Brittany Sent on 01/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fall Wedding

Paul was absolutely incredible to work with! We had the pleasure of working with him for both our engagement shoot and wedding, and he made every moment enjoyable. From the start, Paul was kind, communicative, and incredibly creative. My husband and I can sometimes feel awkward in front of the camera, but Paul made us feel completely at ease. He avoided overly posed shots and instead guided us into natural, flattering poses, (but still fun and creative) which turned out stunning. We were a bit nervous about finding a great photo location without needing to drive somewhere else. We thought we might be able to take photos around the grounds; Paul arrived early and scouted out the best spots, ensuring we had the perfect backdrops for our pictures. We had a few edit requests, and Paul was more than accommodating. On the wedding day, he was meticulous in capturing all of our group photo requests and making sure no detail was missed. At the reception, Paul expertly documented all the little moments that will allow us to relive those joyful memories for years to come. We couldn't be happier with our photos! **not sure why some of the photos are uploading with weird coloring but I PROMISE it doesn't reflect Paul's amazing work!!**
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Amanda Sent on 08/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Paul is the BEST!!

Paul is an incredibly talented photographer, genuinely kind person, and has an unmatched passion for his work and clients. His dedication to his clients is evident throughout the entire wedding planning process and day of the event. I typically feel a bit awkward posing for photos, but having Paul with me throughout the wedding morning prep and the whole day felt like I was just spending time with someone I’ve known a long time. I was very comfortable having him there for all the big moments, and I felt truly present with my husband throughout my entire wedding day. His calm presence helped me work through my wedding jitters and made me feel more confident. He captured so many beautiful genuine moments, both posed and candid, and you can feel the emotions in all the pictures. He is incredibly talented!

I was really impressed by the portrait locations he identified at a venue that was new to him, managing our very large bridal party, and our large family sizes, his creative vision and ability to provide direction while maintaining a calm atmosphere, his dedication to getting the perfect shots, and flexibility throughout the day. He was also very helpful in talking through timing and shot lists ahead of the wedding and did not miss a single photo that we wanted. He was the perfect photographer and I couldn’t recommend him more highly to other brides & grooms!!
Mary
Mary Sent on 07/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Paul Francis Photography exceeds expectations!

We cannot recommend Paul Francis Photography highly enough!
From our first meeting, Paul put all of us at ease about such an important part of our daughter’s wedding—the photographs that would ultimately memorialize the special day!
Prior to the wedding day, Paul was extremely communicative about the process. He helped establish time lines that kept our day on track. Paul’s professionalism & preparation helped the day flow incredibly smoothly. Paul’s truly calm demeanor on the actual day is remarkable! Since everyone is so comfortable around him, Paul was able to capture not just beautiful portraits, but the true essence of the day and the many emotions. That is truly a gift.
Special note: the hairspray moment! Our daughter got caught in a bit of gusty wind on the beach. Paul sensed her angst and came to the rescue! He found hairspray from his car and literally saved the day! The bride commented at the end of the night, “How great is Paul?!”
We are now enjoying the gallery of pictures and Paul’s video and portraits. I am overwhelmed by his artistry! He exceeded our expectations! Many thanks to Paul & Carolyn for capturing the best day ever!
Greta
Greta Sent on 04/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Paul was incredible, cannot recommend him enough.

Paul was absolutely fantastic at our wedding and it lead up. In our first conversation, he asked how my husband and I met and for our whole story to make sure he could capture that in our wedding photos - something that meant SO much to us. He was so organized, creating a moment by moment timeline for the day of, having multiple meetings to ensure he was ready to capture everything we wanted. On the day of, he was AMAZING. He not only made me (as the bride) feel so calm and so at ease, but he was so fast, so easy going with the flow of what we wanted and off to the side / capturing from afar when he needed to (almost like we didn't even know he was there). Multiple family members shared how great he was as well, getting everything done in a tight timeline and making it easy & fun. He also had a few surprises for us during the reception that quite literally made the night so special. In addition to photos, Paul also captured some live shots that he strung together in a short video for us - I wasn't sure I wanted anything like that, but it was SO perfect and SO amazing, I can't explain how happy I am that we have it. I highly highly recommend getting a video like that as well, with photos. Truly the best experience and the best photographer!!!!
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Hope Sent on 01/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

100/10 - Paul is the best

My husband and I have always struggled in our 10 year relationship to get photos we like and expected to walk away from our wedding with only a few good ones. Paul truly exceeded expectations and we loved every single photo. It's such a gift to have hundreds of photos we love to look back on. We hadn't met Paul in person until our wedding day and he is one of the calmest people I have met and made our nervous selves feel instantly at ease.
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Erin Sent on 11/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A Stellar Experience with Paul Francis

I recently had the pleasure of working with Paul Francis for my wedding, and I cannot express how grateful I am for the exceptional service and breathtaking images he provided. From the initial consultation to the delivery of the final photos, every step of the process was marked by professionalism, creativity, and genuine passion for his craft.

Paul an incredible ability to capture the essence of a moment, turning it into a timeless piece of art. Their keen eye for detail and mastery of composition resulted in a collection of photographs that truly exceeded my expectations. Each image tells a unique story, perfectly reflecting the emotions, joy, and love that filled our special day.

What sets Paul apart is not just his technical skill but also his ability to create a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Weddings can be hectic, and having a photographer who helps organize the chaos while expertly capturing the most intimate moments is a rare find. Paul did just that, making everyone feel at ease and allowing the day to unfold naturally.

Communication was seamless throughout the entire process. Paul was receptive to our ideas and preferences, offering valuable insights and suggestions while always prioritizing our vision for the day. His professionalism and dedication were evident in his prompt responses, timely delivery of the edited photos, and overall commitment to ensuring our satisfaction.

I wholeheartedly recommend Paul to anyone in search of a wedding photographer. He really made our wedding day special, and he even went above and beyond to deliver a special surprise on our wedding day. I won’t give away the surprise in hope you have the chance to experience it as well. Thank you, Paul, for making our wedding day truly unforgettable!
JoJo
Jojo Sent on 10/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer!

Paul was our wedding photographer this weekend. He was truly incredible to work with - the perfect mix of patient, creative, and determination to get the job done with ease. He made us both feel very comfortable and and the photos were fun to take. We would definitely recommend him as your photographer!
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Lauren Sent on 10/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible!

It rained on our wedding day and I was a little worried about getting good photos but Paul exceeded our expectations. Every single photo was gorgeous and he directed some beautiful rain shots. Our bridal parties said he was the most cool, calm, and collected wedding photographer they have ever seen and my husband and I couldn't agree more. Booking him was the best decision we made!
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 09/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision we made

Choosing Paul Francis as our photographer was easily one of the best decisions we could have made for our wedding. Not only did he provide us with the most beautiful photos from our special day (very promptly might I add), but he was professional, easy to communicate with, and ensured that our day ran smoothly. Paul's talent, kindness and professionalism is unmatched!
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Christine Sent on 05/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible photographer

Paul made our wedding day so special! I had admired Paul's work for a friend's wedding and from our first conversation he put me at ease. His calming presence was so welcome on our wedding day!

Our engagement shoot was amazing because we really had a chance to get to know him and he also put my husband at ease (he's not the most comfortable with taking photos!) Paul is so knowledgable and really walked us through the wedding planning process-he helped us navigate the day of schedule and was SO organized leading up to and on our actual wedding day.

The photos he took are simply incredible. My husband and I were sad to say goodbye at the end of the night because he really did capture so many special moments and for that we are forever grateful. Would recommend working with Paul 1000%!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Imagery By Marianne Imagery By Marianne Wedding Photographers

Paul is professional, attentive and fun to be around. His smile is contageous. I really enjoy working with him and watching him work with his clients. He is an amazing photographer and I am happy to call him my friend.

Hairapy Salon Hairapy Salon Wedding Hair & Makeup

Paul and I have worked weddings together. He is a talented photographer and a pleasure to work with. Choosing Paul Francis Photography will be the best choice you can make for your perfect wedding images! His work speaks for itself!

Fire Monkey Hair Design Fire Monkey Hair Design Wedding Hair & Makeup

Paul Francis Photography was a pleasure to work with. They are unobtrusive and capture some of the most amazing moments. They have a distinctly fresh style and take extreme pride in their work. They are also very personable and friendly, not only during the wedding, but long after the last photo is taken. They were the first photographers I had worked with who gave me credit on their blog as the hairstylist for a wedding they shot. They also shared the excitement with the other vendors when their photos were featured on a wedding blog. To me, this shows their couples aren't just numbers, but celebrations to be cherished and shared! Its also a huge plus that their photos are gorgeous! I highly recommend Paul Francis Photography!!

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Paul Francis Photography frequently asked questions

Paul Francis Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Paul Francis Photography 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
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Paul Francis Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Paul Francis Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Paul Francis Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Paul Francis Photography 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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