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About

Paul Retherford Photography is a business based out of Petoskey, Michigan, that specializes in wedding coverage. As the owner, Paul delights in doing his utmost for all of his clients. He is an experienced individual who has covered hundreds of weddings over the course of his career to date. He treats every celebration differently and strives to create images that are as distinctive as possible. For Paul, customer satisfaction is very important, and he loves doing all he can to create an experience that is worthy of such an important moment.

Services Offered

Owing to Paul’s expertise, he is more than capable of crafting a whole host of diverse images. A range of styles informs the work that he produces. Contemporary, natural, and traditional are just a few of the approaches available to Paul as he works throughout every milestone. As such, he is adept at producing pictures that showcase meaningful narratives and freeze-frame as many beautiful moments as possible. The romantic ceremony, the festivities, the smiles, and more can all be preserved by his trained eye and detail-oriented perspective. Various packages may be perused by to-be-weds before booking Paul Retherford Photography. These bundles are diverse, but each one contains edited images and unlimited printing rights. Newlyweds can relive their day through Paul’s work, and an array of items allows them to do this. These include digital files, prints, albums, and more. Other available features include:

  • A one-event-per-day policy
  • Extra hours
  • Additional photographers
  • Destination coverage
  • Multiple-location sessions
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
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
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

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

Reviews of Paul Retherford Photography

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Rws Sent on 01/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Paul was great to work with before, during and after our wedding. During the wedding, he was there when the time was right. We enjoyed working with him due to his high degree of professionalism, pleasant demeanor and positive approach.

After the wedding, he got us our pictures before we returned from our honeymoon. The album turned out perfectly and we could not be any happier.

Perfect!
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Tara Sent on 06/22/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Without hesitation I would recommend Paul Retherford Photography. Paul was a great person to work with! My husband and I were thrilled with the photos he shot from our day. We LOVE our flush album, there is nothing like it!
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Emily Sent on 10/06/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Paul Rutherford’s services far exceeded my expectations in every singe way. In fact, the day after the wedding I couldn’t sleep and woke up extra early chatting away about everything that happened the day before. The first thing that came out of my mouth was that the best wedding decision I made was to hire Paul as our photographer (after tons of research). He was so organized and on the ball that every time I had a wedding question, or needed to get things moving with the festivities I would notice Paul was already taking care of it. He went beyond his duties of Wedding Photographer and really kept the whole day balanced and worry-free. As for his photography, it is amazing. Everyone was comfortable and had a blast.
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Awards

137
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 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
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

15 Endorsements
Northern Entertainment Consultants Northern Entertainment Consultants Wedding Planners

Paul Retherford is the epitome of professionalism! I've had the pleasure of working with him on a couple of occasions and the experience was excellent!

A+ Entertains A+ Entertains Wedding DJs

Paul Retherford is an amazing photographer, and great to work with. There are times when a photographer will just leave with the happy couple, while there are still things to do at the reception. Paul ensures that it is ok to leave for a bit, and not stall the flow of the reception.

Charlevoix Wedding Pastor Charlevoix Wedding Pastor Wedding Officiants

Paul and I work together often. He's a great photographer. His photos are beautiful and creative and he makes everyone comfortable even as stays on schedule. I am pleased to endorse Paul Retherford Wedding Photography!

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Paul Retherford Photography frequently asked questions

Paul Retherford Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
Paul Retherford Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Proofs
Paul Retherford Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
  • Vintage
Paul Retherford Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Paul Retherford Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Paul Retherford 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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