We are so grateful to have found Bogardus Photography for our wedding! We really wanted to be able to be present, be happy and enjoy our wedding day. Nathan seemed to understand that from the minute we met him. He’s very kind and was very helpful and organized throughout the planning process. His passion for what he does is evident in every conversation! We had Julio as our wedding day photographer and he was phenomenal as well! He kept things laid back and most importantly, got some truly beautiful photos that I didn’t think were possible! So many people told us that the day would go by in a blink of an eye. But both of us feel like we were able to relax, be ourselves and enjoy the day! We love reliving the day through the photos! You captured the day perfectly! Thank you both for your part in making our day so special!
jessica b.
5.0
Nathan did an amazing job with our September 25 wedding! He is so enthusiastic about his work and great at providing information to help the bride make decisions about making the days schedule! He has a wonderful personality which makes all interactions super relaxed and easy! Would recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer!
Leureah C.
5.0
About this vendor
Nathan Bogardus
OWNER / PRIMARY PHOTOGRAPHER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Bogardus Photography is a wedding photography company based in Albany, NY.
We create stunning visual narratives out of real, raw, live emotions. By keeping a relaxed wedding day environment in which the day's events naturally unfold, you and your partner can stay connected to each other while we document the interactions between you, your family, and your loved ones.
Our experienced team of highly organized, deeply intuitive photographers, videographers, and lighting experts works together to feature you and your partner in the best possible light.
Bogardus Photography wants to tell your love story through the lens of our relaxed, natural style and show you why couples tell us afterward that they are OBSESSED with their photos and feel like we're now a part of the family!
The Knot independently assesses vendors for this award—it’s never self-reported. We base it on firsthand experiences from real couples and guests, and they must have a 4.5-star average across 7+ reviews in the qualifying year.
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Meet the team
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Hamlin
2nd Photographer / Lighting Assistant / Life of the Party
Hamlin will get everyone in your wedding party in a joyous, positive mood within minutes of meeting you. An excellent photographer with highly adept social skills, you'll love Hamlin's ability to bring out the best in you and your partner!
Julio
Associate Photographer
Julio blends incredible technical skill with an eye for aesthetics.
Nathan Bogardus
Owner / Primary Photographer
10 years in Wedding Photography
I love pure, raw emotion, and the expressive power of an iconic image.
Reviews
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Bogardus Photography received rave reviews for their exceptional service, professional yet relaxed approach, and stunning photos capturing meaningful moments during weddings. Nathan and his team were praised for their passion, enthusiasm, and ability to make couples feel at ease, resulting in natural and beautiful photographs. Reviewers appreciated the seamless communication, top-notch professionalism, and the team's dedication to ensuring a stress-free and magical experience on the wedding day, making Nathan highly recommended for couples looking for an outstanding wedding photographer.
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Raina A
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5.0
9/11/2025
Our photos are stunning, and Nathan managed to showcase such meaningful moments in such a natural and artistic way. His talent and eye for detail truly shine through, and I’m so gr...
ateful to have these memories preserved so beautifully.
jessica b
5.0
12/30/2025
We are so grateful to have found Bogardus Photography for our wedding! We really wanted to be able to be present, be happy and enjoy our wedding day. Nathan seemed to understand th...
at from the minute we met him. He’s very kind and was very helpful and organized throughout the planning process. His passion for what he does is evident in every conversation! We had Julio as our wedding day photographer and he was phenomenal as well! He kept things laid back and most importantly, got some truly beautiful photos that I didn’t think were possible! So many people told us that the day would go by in a blink of an eye. But both of us feel like we were able to relax, be ourselves and enjoy the day! We love reliving the day through the photos! You captured the day perfectly! Thank you both for your part in making our day so special!
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Leureah C
5.0
12/15/2025
Nathan did an amazing job with our September 25 wedding! He is so enthusiastic about his work and great at providing information to help the bride make decisions about making the d...
ays schedule! He has a wonderful personality which makes all interactions super relaxed and easy! Would recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer!
Melissa S
5.0
10/02/2025
Nathan and Hamlin were absolutely incredible. From day one, communication with Nathan was prompt, easy and thorough (which I LOVE). We just looked through previews of our big day a...
nd could not be more happy! Instant gasps and emotional tears! He was able to capture the true magic and essence of the day and we couldn't be more thrilled. We also felt instantly at ease throughout a day that is naturally A LOT through his calm and optimistic presence. Nathan and team care, and that comes through in every interaction. If you want a seamless, easy, beautiful photography experience for your big day, look no further. Everything felt effortless and natural- exactly the energy you need on this special day! Thank you times a million!!!
Sydney W
5.0
7/17/2025
Nathan and his team provided nothing but top-notch professionalism, skill, and kindness. He is not just a person with a camera who likes taking photos, his eye is truly something s...
pecial! He captured the most wonderful moments between us, during our engagement shoot and on our wedding day and has a wonderful way of guiding you while photographing without making it feel forced, unnatural, or awkward. The Bogardus team (Nathan as our primary contact and photographer, Monica as a second photographer, and Hamlin as a new videographer addition) all went above and beyond with delivering the best photo/video coverage of our wedding day. Planning a wedding is a ton of effort so don't add extra stress by booking vendors that add to that stress! Nathan and his team will be all that you want and more, I can't stress THIS enough.
Cheyenne K
5.0
11/23/2024
Nathan was absolutely amazing. His communication throughout the process for our engagement session and leading up to our wedding was great. He made us feel at ease and is very easy...
going, making our experience relaxed and enjoyable. The day of our wedding he was on top of everything and even helped my husband out on his boutonnière! His quality of pictures are immaculate and was given to us in a timely manner. We couldn’t be happier with how they turned out. We would highly recommend him to anyone!! Thank you again, Nathan!
Kelsey S
5.0
11/15/2024
I had the absolute best time working with Nathan and his team. From the moment we started working together I knew we were going to get along well. He is so enthusiastic and passion...
ate about his work and when the wedding finally came, he put his whole heart into our photos. We had so much fun working with Nathan and the team, they captured amazing moments of getting ready, our first look, and our ceremony, and then spent the whole night getting all of the amazing shots on the dance floor. My whole family loved our photography team and we got so many compliments on our choice before anyone had even seen photos. When the photos finally came, I cried my heart out enjoying every moment of reliving our special day. I HIGHLY recommend choosing Nathan for your wedding day photographer, you will not regret it!
Response from Bogardus Photography on 11/15/2024
Kelsey,
You and Andrew were so kind and welcoming to Hamlin, Monica & I and we had a blast...
working with the two of you, your wonderful wedding party and your family and friends - it was the best possible experience I could hope for at a wedding and I'm so honored you chose us to photograph it for you!
It was clear to all of us how much you two mean to your friends because we saw so many special, thoughtful things that people had taken their time to prepare beforehand, like that amazing Dancing Queen flash mob!
Hearing that the photos made you cry makes is exactly what makes me so passionate and enthusiastic about capturing those unique, authentic moments, cause it all goes so fast when you're having that much fun and I hope the emotional intensity is there for years to come every time you look back at the images we created together!
Ally H
5.0
8/21/2024
This previous weekend I was the matron of honor at my best friends wedding in NY where Nathan and Hamlin from Bogardus were her photographers. I cannot say enough good things about...
this crew! Their professionalism was top tier, they were very upbeat and and comforting - which is very much appreciated as weddings can be stressful, they had amazing planning skills and were on top of everything. They offered guidance and support whenever neccesary, and knew how to anticipate the important moments to capture. My favorite part was that along with the formally posed pictures of family and friends, they also were able to capture such amazing “candid” photos which ended up being some of my favorites! They were very kind and truly went above and beyond. I live in Georgia, but if I lived or was getting married in NY I would DEFINITELY be booking Bogardus as my wedding photographer.
Breana C
5.0
8/21/2024
Wow! Nathan & Hamlin truly made this day magical for my daughter. They thought of everything. Perfect poses and candid shots of everyone having so much fun! Professional and courte...
ous of time & space. If I could give them 100 stars I would! Excellent choice for a very special day.
Raeghan B
5.0
8/21/2024
We couldn’t be happier with our decision to have Nathan and Hamlin as our wedding photographers! From start to finish, they were absolutely amazing. The photos they captured are no...
thing short of STUNNING-each one perfectly reflects the joy and love we felt on our special day. What truly set them apart, though, was their incredible kindness. They were more than just photographers; they felt like part of our family, fully engaged and genuinely invested in making our day unforgettable. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for not just beautiful photos, but an unforgettable experience!
Olivia C
5.0
7/02/2024
I feel extraordinarily grateful that I happened to meet Nathan at a local wedding expo. In our first conversation I could tell that he was incredibly down to Earth and just the typ...
e of person that I would want to have involved on our special day. He and his assistant (Hamlin) were incredible to work with on our wedding day. He took all of the standard photos that we wanted and amazing candids as well. He's great at making you feel relaxed and like your true self to let that shine through in photos and isn't afraid to try some out of the box ideas. If you're looking for a photographer for your special day, I HIGHLY recommend Nathan.
Rebecca F
5.0
5/23/2024
Nathan and his team did an incredible job with our wedding! The photos are truly stunning, we can't stop looking at them, he really captured the day.
On top of that, Nathan is a ...
great guy - patient, kind, responsive, and attentive. He was a great communicator before the wedding, and as it it was happening. He made sure we were happy, and got all the shots we wanted. We highly recommend him!
Response from Bogardus Photography on 05/24/2024
Thank you, Rebecca! Your families were so kind and accommodating to our whole team - it wa...
s such a pleasure working with you all. Everyone was so cool and calm - even Avery's exploding suit coat button didn't ruffle anyone's feathers.
You and Brandon were so natural and relaxed in front of the camera that it made it easy to capture both the candid moments and beautiful portraits while we walked the property. What an amazing floral garden and tree decorated venue, too!
Please recommend us to any friends or family members who are getting married in the future - I'd love to see you all again soon!
Jessica Z
5.0
3/14/2024
Nathan and his team were amazing! We are very happy with how our engagement and wedding photos came out. Nathan is the nicest photographer I’ve worked with. He was very responsive,...
answered all my questions and gave great suggestions. We hope to work with him and the team again in the future!
