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Rich Paprocki Photography is a Rochester, NY wedding photographer serving Rochester, Buffalo, the Finger Lakes, and destinations throughout the Northeast and beyond.

With more than 15 years of experience photographing weddings, Rich combines natural, emotion-driven storytelling with polished, creative portraiture. His approach is relaxed and personable, allowing couples to enjoy their wedding day while he captures the real moments, personalities, and connections that make it uniquely theirs.

Rich is known for true-to-life color, sharp detail, natural skin tones, and a blend of candid moments and thoughtfully crafted portraits. His extensive experience with off-camera flash and creative lighting allows him to create striking images in any environment—from bright outdoor ceremonies to dark reception spaces and everything in between.

Above all, the experience is meant to feel comfortable and fun. Rich provides direction when it's helpful, steps back when the moment should unfold naturally, and works closely with couples throughout the planning process to make photography one less thing to worry about on the wedding day.

Based in Rochester, NY, Rich Paprocki Photography photographs weddings throughout Western New York and the Finger Lakes, including Rochester, Buffalo, Canandaigua, Geneva, and the surrounding regions.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
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
One Event / Day
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

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 Rich Paprocki Photography

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Reviewers rave that Rich Paprocki is an artistic, professional, and fun wedding photographer who puts people at ease. He’s organized, anticipates and stages shots, and works tirelessly (with an assistant) to capture both candid and posed moments. Clients say the photos were breathtaking and exceeded expectations.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Reviewers rave that Rich Paprocki is an artistic, professional, and fun wedding photographer who puts people at ease. He’s organized, anticipates and stages shots, and works tirelessly (with an assistant) to capture both candid and posed moments. Clients say the photos were breathtaking and exceeded expectations.

David
David Sent on 08/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Rich is the GOAT

We hired Rich to be the photographer for our wedding day, and were completely blown away with our experience working with him! We are convinced our wedding day would not have been the same with any other photographer. We were incredibly grateful for not only his professionalism and humor to keep the day feeling joyous and light-hearted, but for his ability to politely guide everyone where they needed to be in order to capture our desired shots. His direction was amazing and it kept everyone in order. It’s not an easy thing to get so many people to listen when they are preoccupied with everything else that’s happening, but Rich commanded that attention and respect.

Not only that, he has an impeccable eye for detail, and we were impressed with his ability to stage each shot and position people in a way that beautifully captured the essence of each moment. We weren’t the only ones who noticed just how hard Rich worked throughout the day — our guests also noticed and kept mentioning to us how impressed they were with his abilities and the ground he covered.

He was always in the right place at the right time. He was everywhere! Even when we were looking through the beautiful photos he delivered, it felt like we had three photographers. When we weren’t sure yet where we would be taking our groomsmen photos, Rich already had it figured out and let our best man know so we would know where to be, stay on schedule, and were able to capture amazing shots. It truly was almost like having another day-of wedding planner at our disposal. He even drove me and my bride to the site we needed to go to for our golden hour photos. We’re certain the day would not have run as smoothly without Rich there.

All of his hard work and dedication truly came to fruition when he delivered our amazing wedding photos! The photos were truly breathtaking, and they brought tears to our eyes when we were able to view them. He truly has an incredible, artistic eye. Throughout the day, we could see that artistry working in his brain, when his quick thinking and vision came together at the right time to capture every special moment. We feel so blessed and are just in awe at how wonderful everything turned out. It was truly more than what we prayed for. We loved that Rich was a part of our special day, and wouldn’t have it any other way. If you’re not already sold on Rich’s beautiful work which is already apparent, we hope our testimony paints a picture of just how incredible Rich is as a photographer, and a person.
Miranda
Miranda Sent on 08/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Decision We Made For Our Wedding (Other Than Each Other)

If you’re having a hard time deciding who to hire for your wedding photographer, look no further - Rich Paprocki is your guy! He is a master of his craft, and he’s also really fun to hang out with on a day where the nerves can feel overwhelming. He made me (a very awkward person) feel super comfortable and beautiful on my wedding day, and all my bridesmaids appreciated his calming and laid back presence. It’s a marvel to watch him work his magic, and looking at the photos he delivered, it’s almost impossible to believe he is just one person. He captured every single moment perfectly. I cannot possibly recommend him enough. Thank you so much, Rich!
Kristie
Kristie Sent on 12/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond

Everything you could ever hope for and more. Rich is communicative, dependable, organized, and professional. He went above and beyond on numerous occasions for us, making our day absolutely magical. He was the perfect energy match for our crazy group - I truly can't say enough!
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Gennel Sent on 10/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Photos!

Rich was fantastic to work with from the very beginning. Super quick to respond and was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He and his assistant did a fantastic job capturing our day. We could not be happier deciding to go with Rich. His knowledge of the venue and patience throughout the day was impressive. We have so many pictures where we didn’t even realize there was a photographer nearby and those are the most amazing ones.
Ronathan
Ronathan Sent on 08/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great Photographer!!

Rich was very professional and fun to work with. He showed genuine care and love for his work, and it came through in the resulting pictures. He was willing to be flexible and adjust as the weather changed the plans for the day. He was like a gun slinger with his two camera holsters. My mother was skeptical at first, but once she saw the pictures she was completely happy with the outcome. The second picture really shows his dedication to get The Shot!
Christina
Christina Sent on 04/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Your search ends here!

Rich has photographed many of our friends weddings and when it came to ours there was no question- we were booking Rich!! He was so helpful preparing for our big day with a meeting and organizing our families and priorities. He made our big blended family easy to line up for family photos and captured every detail of fun throughout the whole night!!! Rich took every detail to heart and absolutely blew us away with the final product!!! Bonus: not afraid of a challenge, not afraid of getting in awkward places, not afraid of busy dance floors!!
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Wayla Sent on 03/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing pictures

Rich was an awesome photographer on my wedding, one of the best things I had. I am so happy that he enjoyed it as well. His parter and him did an awesome job capturing every moment of it. We could see them laying on the grass to capture. I asked for certain angles for the ceremony and he did exactly what we wanted. All the pictures are so beautiful. I recommend him 100%.
M
Melanie Sent on 09/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

HIGHLY Recommend Rich Paprocki

Rich was amazing!!!!! We are so glad we hired Rich to shoot our wedding. He has a fantastic eye for backdrops and angles to make photos come alive. Rich is talented, reliable, friendly, and a gifted photographer. He was easy to work with throughout the entire process. We are grateful to have Rich's photos to look back on for years to come. HIGHLY recommend.
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 11/20/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Rainy September Wedding

I couldn't have asked for better photos! They actually made me appreciate my rain soaked wedding! Rich and his assistant were nothing but professional and enthusiastic! They were a pleasure to work with and I think the photos speak for themselves. It was a great mix of staged, artistic, and impromptu!
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 10/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing!

I had the pleasure of hiring Rich Paprocki as our wedding photographer, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From the moment we met Rich, it was clear that we had found someone truly special to capture the most important day of our lives and the blending of our family.
Rich is not just a photographer; he is an artist. He has the incredible ability to look at a space and see something that no one else sees. Every shot was a work of art, and captured the emotions, love, and joy of our wedding day in the most breathtaking way possible. He masterfully captured both the emotional intimacy of our private ceremony and the vibrancy of our large reception. The quality of the final product was outstanding. Every photo exceeded our expectations. Rich truly went above and beyond to transform our wedding into a work of art that we will cherish for a lifetime.
Not only is Rich a talented photographer, but he is also a pleasure to work with. Rich and his assistant both made us feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the day, their friendly and professional demeanor put us at ease.
I can't recommend Rich highly enough. If you're looking for a wedding photographer who will not only capture your special day but also turn it into a masterpiece, Rich is the one. His passion, talent, and dedication shine through in every photograph taken. Thank you, Rich, for giving us a lifetime of beautiful memories. You are a true artist, and we are forever grateful for your incredible work.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

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Rich Paprocki Photography frequently asked questions

Rich Paprocki Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Rich Paprocki Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Rich Paprocki Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Rich Paprocki Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Rich Paprocki Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Rich Paprocki 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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