David Perlman Photography

David and his team were amazing! He is absolutely the best choice to capture your wedding day. And his albums are fantastic, you will not be disappointed!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND David Perlman if you’re looking for a wedding photographer and videographer. Could not recommend him more. Wish we were getting married again to work with David again. David made my husband and I feel very comfortable from our first call, to our engagement shoot, to our wedding day and through designing our wedding albums. He also made my family feel comfortable and our bridal parties. He was always ready with a joke to make us laugh. He also asked us questions throughout the process to make sure we were getting what we wanted on our wedding day. The photographs and video are also so stunningly beautiful. We get compliments all of the time on the photos that David took. He really captured how magical that day was for us. Still reading this review? Don’t hesitate, contact David about your wedding photos and video!

TL;DR: Hire David! He will be the best money you will spend on your wedding - you will not be disappointed. He is a calming presence and his ability to cue and capture the perfect shots means the photographer/photos are two things you just don’t have to worry about at all throughout the wedding process. The long version: We were looking for a photographer who would not only capture the romance of the day, but could also capture the playfulness and drama (the good kind) that we hoped to incorporate into our wedding celebration. Prior to our first phone call, David was able to show us lots of galleries that evoked this photojournalist quality - these weren’t your standard wedding photos, but images that truly captured all of the emotions and small moments of the day and told a story. Ever since our first phone call we have been totally obsessed with David. He understood our vision and was so enthused by all of the ideas we threw at him. David was proactive leading up to our engagement shoot, checking in with us daily because of the possibility of rain (he made rescheduling painless). We were both pretty nervous going into the shoot, but David immediately made us feel comfortable - he makes you feel as if you’ve always been each others’ best friends - and it ended up being such a fun afternoon. If you’re unsure how to act in front of a camera or you’re feeling anxious about the whole production, book David. The shots we got back confirmed David is a wizard behind the camera. We ended up using a wedding coordinator from David’s recommendation list (book Lisa Brooks immediately!!), which was such an asset leading up to the wedding. Not only did David have impeccable communication and organization skills regarding the run of show, but his existing relationship with Lisa made things run so smoothly. Before the wedding, we had a planning session with David regarding all of the shots we wanted to get. We also loved that he asked about family dynamics and if there was anything he’d need to navigate around to make our day run seamlessly. On our wedding day, David and his second photog arrived on time and soon the fun began! They both got incredible detail shots of our decor, interiors, and accessories, and captured the most gorgeous moments from beginning to end. We felt so comfortable with David that we just got to enjoy the day and be present with one another. We completely trusted David to capture the right moments, and didn’t find ourselves worrying about how we looked. Our wedding was less traditional in that instead of a reception and dancing, we rented out a restaurant for a dinner party following the ceremony. David got the most stunning photos of us and our guests in the restaurant, and even stayed through dinner to moonlight as a food photographer. Following the wedding, David stayed in contact about the progress of our photos. He sent us some sneak previews on our honeymoon that we absolutely adored, and ended up delivering the entire gallery 7 weeks after the wedding. We appreciated how much time he spent with us going through images, taking our feedback, and creating the most gorgeous albums for us and our families. He does not overdo it with photo editing, but will happily make any edits you ask for. With his amazing personality and superb quality of work, David made this an incredible experience start to finish. Highly, highly recommend.

It’s easy to say that the photos are beautiful or stunning because they are, what matters the most to me is that David captured the soul of my wedding, I see the photos and I feel the energy and love of that day! It transports me back and that what I wanted from my wedding album, not just a book of faces and posed relatives. I love having friends and family say over and over “wow that photo is simple amazing” to one of the photos we have displayed, doesn’t matter they’ve seen it on our wall for months, they still need to vocalize it. But that’s the end result. During the wedding everyone loved David! He even captured moments we were not aware happened (like a relative FaceTiming during the wedding since she couldn’t make it). Since we had our engagement session with him as part of the package he knew my husband and I and what we liked and it was like working with a friend the day of the wedding. He is delightful as a person and is what you need on such a stressful day. Don’t think it twice, I consider David to be the best decision I made for my wedding (besides my husband), now months later sometimes the memory feels like a blur but every time I see the photos I smile and remember he day. Btw get HIS print packages! I know you’ll think that you can make the album yourself for less, no, you can’t lol he took the mental load off of me! Plus he would edit and make as many changes as we wanted to his layout but I’ve tried to print other albums as presents by myself and is sooo hard!!! I wouldn’t had my album right now if it wasn’t for him. The quality is museum like, it’s sooooo heavy but for a good reason, also I love the individual prints and his frames that I can swap photos so I can rotate my favorites often. My house is covered with his photos and my memories feel as fresh as when I was there. I can go on forever about him, I just have to say that when we make a big anniversary party or a vow renewal I will contact David before my own family.

We couldn't recommend David enough to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. His work is exceptionally high quality. David was an absolute delight to work with, from our first meeting taking engagement shots, all the way to selecting prints for our wedding album. His friendly demeanor and unique ability to capture candid moments, with exceptional clarity, made his presence at the wedding simultaneously unnoticeable and at the center of everything. A true pleasure to be around, we wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking a talented and personable photographer.

We contacted David after seeing examples of his beautiful work on the internet, and we loved him from the moment we met him. He was responsive, cooperative, and delightful at all times during our planning, and his sweet, personable, and relaxed manner put us and all of our guests at ease during our wedding. We could not be happier with our wedding photographs and album. David captured our and our guests’ emotions impeccably and then curated hundreds of photographs into a beautiful album. He was our first and most important hire, and we would be thrilled to work with him again. Don’t hesitate - he’s all around wonderful.

Wow. Wow. Wow. David is THE ONE! David and I met years ago and our paths crossed again when he photographed one of my bridesmen’s weddings in the fall of 2021. When my fiance and I got engaged in December of 2021, we didn’t know much, but we knew one thing for sure - we HAD to work with David. Not only is he an amazingly skilled photographer but he is THE person you want to spend one of the most special days of your life with. His attention to detail, ability to capture the energy of the moment, flexibility, creativity, and eye for shots are unmatched. Every moment of the process with David exceeded expectations. David provided so much detail but also the flexibility and openness to work with what we were envisioning. David is also extremely communicative. All of our conversations leading up to the wedding were so helpful and also not overwhelming! Planning a wedding is A LOT and David made us feel so comfortable and prepared for the day of. Something that was really important to us was ensuring that there was a balance between the real-life moments and the portrait element. He NAILED it and made posing for pictures easy during our engagement shoot and on the day of the wedding. If you aren’t used to posing in front of the camera, it can feel awkward. David has such a skill for making everyone feel comfortable AND making a day full of photos feel fun and exciting. David also brings so much joy and laughter to every space he is in. We wanted to spend the day with people who are not only amazing at what they do, but are just all-around awesome humans and that is David. I also want to share how amazing David’s assistant Brian is! Brian was so fantastic and another AWESOME human to spend our wedding day with. And then there's the photos! WOW! Epic. Amazing. Fun. Perfect. Everything we dreamed of and more. If you are able, work with David! He will make your wedding day so special and provide the most beautiful memories to last a lifetime!

David was fantastic! He made us feel comfortable throughout the process leading up to the wedding and all throughout the day as well. We did lovely engagement photos with David which was a great practice run for the real thing. I could not recommend David more.

It was a pleasure working with David, we knew we made the right choice right away. David is thorough and professional, but also warm and very fun! His photos were of the highest quality and we got lots of compliments on them from friends and family. Can highly recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.

Superstar vendor alert!!! David Perlman was beyond fantastic, I'm not sure how to convey just how amazing he's been via one short, online review. For starters and perhaps most obviously, his photos are gorgeous. I could go on and on about David and his artistry, but I think his beautiful artwork speaks for itself. David captured our day and our people in a way that is so special and personal and we'll cherish our photos forever. More than that though, David was really sensitive to the fact that my husband and I aren't the sort of people who are particularly comfortable in front of the camera. He totally got it and worked with us to find poses that felt formal without being overly staged so we would be comfortable and look our best. Similarly, our parents were also self-conscious about having their photos taken (the apples don't fall far from the trees, here) and David was so sensitive to them and their comfortability. All of our parents love the photos and have many prints scattered throughout their homes. We also booked David's team for videography and LOVE the videos!!! If you're thinking of videography, I really recommend David's team who did a fantastic job. It was logistically helpful to have both photography and videography fall under David's purview. Lastly, David is just an absolute joy of a human being. He is so kind and warm and funny while maintaining unparalleled professionalism in all that he does. It's so important because you're with your photographer ALL DAY. My advice to people booking photographers is to make sure they're the sort of person you'd want around when things start going left, because hiccups are inevitable and your photographer is going to be in close proximity for all of it. In our case, our day-of-coordinator was a bit of a bust, and David kept the whole day on track. I actually don't know what we would have done without him. The thought alone gives me instant anxiety. TLDR: We cannot recommend David highly enough. He is one of the best vendors we went with BY FAR. He was easy to communicate with from pre-booking to the day-of and beyond. For my other awkward-in-front-of-the-camera-peeps out there, please know that David will take care of you and your family and do everything to make sure you're comfortable and look your best. 100/10

we knew that a wonderful photographer was a priority and David reached all expectations. He is professional and sweet. Somehow he was both everywhere and never intrusive. He seemed to genuinely love his job and be having fun. He’s perfect! we opted to have 2 photographers and that gave total flexibility.

David was far and away our favorite vendor. Skill is of course the most important quality in a photographer. David has that in buckets. Ofc we chose him for his beautiful photos. His posed, traditional photos exhibit a skill level beyond many of his peers. But more importantly, he captures the little moments. The half second that my husband cried before he wiped away his tear. My niece and nephew laughing and throwing a bouquet. The sparkle in my fringe dress as I twirled in my first dance. Capturing these moments requires constant attention. Somehow, David was always able to be at the right place at the right time, without “getting in the way.” My husband and I both separately remarked that we didn’t even remember seeing David at the ceremony. But of course he was there, and he captured everything. What we didn’t realize when we booked David was how fun he would make the process. David truly loves what he does, and that comes through. In his interactions, his personality, and his photos. My only regret is not getting the video service too. Definitely get that, if you have room in your budget. Looking back, I would have taken away from flowers (which no one remembers) and put it towards recording memories. If you’re hesitant, just book him!

David is a joy to work with. Not only is he immensely talented, but he is also professional and a whole lotta fun :). My husband and I had a two year engagement, so we had our engagement shoot with David well before the wedding. He made us feel at ease and the photos were even better than we imagined they would be. We picked a single location, but David basically created three photo shoots in one by finding other fun sites around the location. He is able to masterfully manipulate lighting for the dramatic shots you want, while also capturing the more intimate and emotional close-up moments. Sadly, after all of the waiting, there was another COVID surge right before our wedding in 12/2021. David ended up getting COVID the day before and was not able to shoot our wedding. He called us right away and already had the name of his alternate (Bryan) and set up a meeting. Bryan did an amazing job and really captured the style we were looking for when we found David. We didn't have to sacrifice the breathtaking silhouettes, drama, and candid moments we chose David for. Bryan was also calm and collected when we were going through a pretty hectic pre-wedding period. The editing and albums we selected with David came out wonderfully, and ultimately everything worked out. Everyone continues to rave about both our engagement and wedding photos and I am beyond grateful we found David and put our trust in a true professional, especially considering the circumstances of our wedding. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking to have stunning photos that capture the emotion and beauty of your special day!

From the initial conversation with David he brought great energy to the call- you could tell he was super passionate, excited and wanted to make the dream of your wedding day a reality. He isn’t just your wedding photographer, he truly cares about every person and wedding he does. He is patient, meticulous, kind and fun to work with. He is even able to make the least photogenic people look fantastic. Our engagement photos were rained out which was disappointing but David kept in contact for days leading up to it, including a 10pm call to discuss options. He was flexible and quickly rescheduled. Then enter Covid. We were rescheduled 3x and David was accommodating and supportive through the rescheduling process. When we finally had our wedding day it was the worst weather possible, and David stood in the pouring rain to get us the outdoor pictures we wanted. His attention to detail when capturing the love and elegance of the day was amazing and a lot of our guests commented about how great he was. We love all of our pictures and working with David is one of the best decisions we made throughout our wedding process.

We hired David to help us with engagement and wedding photos for our smaller event in 2022. He was exceptional from start to finish offering us a variety of options to meet our needs. He was available at all steps of the process and made tons of thoughtful recommendations. All of the photos were beautiful and we will cherish them for many years to come!

What you see, is what you get with David Perlman Photography: Perfection. David's warm demeanor and sincerity is infectious. His attention to detail is not only reflective in his portfolio but palpable within seconds upon meeting him. He carries the process from end-to-end effortlessly, committed to ensuring your celebration is captured in all its natural yet magical moments. Bryan arrived at Christopher Noland's Salon in his smart yet festive attire and immediately swept us away from start to finish. The day itself can often be thought of as a cocktail of emotions; there is no other two persons I would recommend to fully capture and embrace the entirety of your day, flawlessly transposing actual into art that feels not only alive but timeless: this is perfection. Photos to follow. XOXO

David was a friend and colleague prior to hiring him as our wedding photographer. He shot our engagement and wedding photos. His attention to detail is impeccable and he always made me feel safe and like a star. We appreciated how much of a ninja he and his staff were on our wedding day (my husband and I don't like when you're at a wedding and the photographer is in everyone's face or pulling focus from what's going on, especially during a ceremony, and David is really good at getting the important shots while blending into his surroundings). Our albums, prints, and parent albums came out gorgeous and I also plan to purchase some more prints to gift to friends and family. My only critique of David is that he gets so inspired sometimes (think kid in a candy store) and you might have to reel him in a bit lol. I would recommend David to any couple. He'll really take care of you!

When looking for a photographer, we were immediately attracted to David’s style of photography. He’s able to really capture the emotion of the events he photographs, and that’s what we wanted. David was the first photographer that we met with and it was clear from the first few minutes of our discussion that he would be the only photographer we would choose. He is a consummate professional, but also is fun and puts everyone at ease—something that allows him to capture the most beautiful moments. We couldn’t have been happier with our engagement, wedding photos, and wedding videos! One thing that is extra special about David is that he is extremely giving with his time—he’s always available for Zoom check in, he stayed longer than planned for both our engagement and wedding shoots (because he was excited to capture the best possible moments for us), and he walks you through all the photos after the event to pick your engagement favors and set up your album. He makes the process so easy for the bride and groom and that’s the hallmark of an exceptional vendor.

Let me begin by telling you why we hired David. I had been searching online for a while and found a ton of photographers that did beautiful work. Their pictures were lovely yet were not quite what I was looking for. I couldn’t put my finger on exactly what that was until I luckily found David. As soon as I saw his pictures, I knew I needed him at our wedding. Obviously, his work is impeccable, but it goes so far beyond that. He is truly able to capture love and emotion through his photographs. He captures the moments you want to remember and relive. He is literally the only wedding planning decision I never second guessed. Why should you hire David? Obviously, his talent is clear. Moreover, he is just an incredible person all around. He is one of the kindest, caring humans I know. As a Covid couple, we faced a lot of challenges and David supported us every step of the way. He never hesitated to jump on a call and walk me through whatever I was trying to figure out. We postponed three times, so we talked A LOT. Fast forward to the day of, and things could not have gone smoother. David is exactly the energy everyone needs at their wedding. He is just as excited as you are but is able to keep everyone calm, while staying on schedule. He was able to capture every important moment but was never intrusive or in the way at all. I honestly cannot say enough good things about him. My family and bridal party all adore him as well. And, of course, our wedding pictures turned out absolutely incredible.

David was an absolute joy to work with. He was meticulous in walking us through every step of the way (patiently) and curating exactly what we wanted from our photos and videos. The work speaks for itself - I cannot tell you how many friends and family commented on how stunning our photos are and how talented David is. If we had to do it again (with each other of course!), we'd choose to work with David in a heartbeat.

David was phenomenal!!! My then fiancé and I decided to get married two months after our engagement so as you can imagine we had a ton to do in a limited amount of time. One of the first things on our to do list was to get a photographer. We immediately started googling around for photographers that would accommodate the short notice, during covid, as well as bring some creative ideas to our wedding. We were hoping for a small wedding with just our immediate family in a new apartment that we had yet to move into yet. Unfortunately one of the photographers we reached out to was unavailable, but FORTUNATELY for us, she recommended David. David was a joy to work with from the moment we hopped on a zoom call for introductions to him walking us through the beautiful photo book that he put together. Both my wife and I did not want extremely staged photos and David did an amazing job of capturing beautiful and natural pictures. All in all, David was just a joy. He was warm and funny, which is quite a task on a cold December day at the park, which is where we decided to take photos before the wedding. I would highly recommend him.

Stop looking and hire David!! We loved working with David, from start to end. We did an engagement session, and David and his second photographer were with us for the rehearsal dinner and wedding. David has a terrific eye and affinity for color and we look fan-tab-u-lous in our photos. And isn't that everything, folks? He made us feel comfortable, he made us laugh; it was FUN to work with him. We have the formal photos we wanted, the candids, and some gorgeous creative shots that we never could have anticipated...but he made happen and they are the BOMB. He's full service: David worked with us on a special package we wanted to create and was organized and timely on every count of our wedding. We 100% wholeheartedly recommend him. As my now-husband says, our goal is to generally look as fabulous as David thinks we (and makes us) look!

David's got such a great eye for couples, and we were fortunate to have him available for our microwedding during the pandemic. His work captured the big and understated moments and made everyone feel calm and at ease during the family photos. Considering we were in one of the toughest parts of the pandemic, we were all truly in uncharted territory, and David made it feel like business as usual. Would highly recommend him for any size wedding if you are looking for classy, natural portrait photography. He was also incredibly detailed on building the wedding album together and it came out so well. Could not recommend him more!

Words don’t even begin to describe how grateful my husband and I are for having chosen David to be a part of our special day(s). He was everything you could ever want in a photographer: easy to work with, professional, responsive, friendly, and most importantly passionate about his job. My husband and I aren’t very comfortable in front of the camera, but David made it feel so easy. He even gave us a complimentary engagement shoot so we could practice being in front of the camera. Luckily, we were able to have David for two weddings due to COVID and each time, our family and friends could not stop raving about how great he was; he truly felt like he was a part of the family. His work also speaks for itself. We are absolutely in love with how our photos came out and we couldn’t wait to share them with our family and friends. Needless to say, choosing David was the best decision we made during our wedding planning. When my husband and I decided to postpone our wedding reception due to COVID, our top priority was to pick a day that David was available. Thank you for everything!!

David Perlman came highly recommended by my best friend. I got to meet him at her wedding and experience his positive energy and easygoing nature first-hand. Not to mention his work that we saw is absolutely amazing. Working with David far exceeded our (high) expectations. He was so easy to work with as we had to cancel, reschedule, and eventually downsize our wedding due to the pandemic. He was extremely flexible and I am so happy he was able to photograph our wedding when it finally happened. We are not used to being "in the spotlight" but David made us feel extremely comfortable throughout the entire photography process. We and our families loved his energy and genuine happiness to be there during our wedding despite the torrential rain. Aside from being an amazing and professional person, David is such a talented photographer. We love all of our photos and our album and continually look at them to remind us of the happiness of our wedding day. It is so nice to be able to share these photos and memories with our families and friends. We highly recommend David as a wedding photographer!!!

David was the best wedding planning decision my husband and I made. Like everyone else, there were so many decisions to make when planning our wedding (venue, dress, cake, etc. etc.) but when it came to picking the photographer, David was an easy choice. My husband and I are a little more reserved so we wanted someone we felt comfortable with and who would capture those really special moments in an authentic way. David was even better than we could have imagined. He loves what he does and it comes through in the quality of his work. Also, personality matters and having someone like David (sweet, happy, patient, just a wonderful human) will make your special day that much better. Actually, a lot of our favorite moments from that day were with/because of David! He's simply wonderful from the first meeting, to building our album and beyond. You have a lot of choices to make when planning a wedding, save yourself the time/stress of debating photographers and go with David. You will not regret it.

David was referred to me by someone in my alumni network. I reached out to him for a consultation and told him what we were looking for. Ultimately we hired him and he took engagement photos of my fiancé and me the summer of 2021 in Central Park. He was so imaginative and has an incredible eye. He took beautiful silhouette photos and an absolutely stunning photo of us featuring my engagement ring. He’s a true pro, incredibly warm and communicative. I would highly recommend him for any couple looking to capture a special moment in your life.

HIRE DAVID!!! David was hands down my favorite part of the entire wedding experience (aside from my husband of course). Not only is David an immensely talented photographer, but he's also a joy to be around. It's rare when you find someone who is truly living their dharma- doing what they love and are very very good at. You can tell he truly loves wedding photography and made me, my husband, and our guests feel comfortable in front of the camera. He understands the wedding circus and was a guiding light as we navigated a weird covid wedding. Having David with us on our special day made all the difference. I can't recommend him enough. I'm still going through the pictures months later and finding new beautiful things I didn't notice before! I could go on and on about how fabulous he is, but you should stop reading this and just call him! He's literally THE BEST.

Hiring David was the best decision ever! My husband is very camera shy and David got the BEST pictures out of us! He made us feel so comfortable and the pictures are fabulous!

My husband and I were initially introduced to David and his work by our wedding planner who had worked with David several times before. Now, before I talk about the experience working with David (wonderful, magical, he is an absolute gem), the first thing that drew us to David was his incredible work. His photos are gorgeous and really showcase the couples. We decided right away that we wanted to talk more with him. Our first phone call was great! David was warm and funny and asked a lot of questions to really get to know my husband and I and figure out how best to work with us. We spent most of the conversation just laughing and it became clear that this was definitely someone who we would enjoy working with. We booked him and scheduled our engagement shoot soon thereafter. The engagement shoot was a great opportunity to really get to know each other and see how the photo part of the big day was going to work. David was great at getting us to loosen up, he was EXCELLENT at giving us direction that got us out of our heads and into the moment. He was also incredible at finding shots and details in the environment around us to help make the shots more interesting and alive. His attention to detail really helps make the shots extra special. That rapport we had built over that first engagement shoot made our actual wedding day shoot go so smoothly. David knew us and what we wanted and we were able to get some truly beautiful shots. All that time that David spends to get to know you as a couple shines through in the photos and he makes it almost effortless. Working with him was a dream and we loved it so much that we hired him again for our larger wedding celebration next year (as we had to downsize the wedding due to Covid). In addition to a wonderful working experience doing the shoots, getting your wedding album made by David is SO EASY! A month after our wedding we sat down and David showed us a mock up of our album that he put together entirely. We then went through and added or subtracted photos and pages, but doing it this way was so much better than having to put something together entirely by ourselves. I mean, David does all the work for you and it is GOOD WORK! I have friends who have been married for years who haven’t done their albums yet and here are my husband and I, two months out from our wedding with our albums done and on our shelf. THANK YOU DAVID!

David captured the pure joy and emotion that was shared by all during the Labor Day wedding of our son, Matt and our son in law, Chris. Not only did he take stunning photos of the happy couple, he also made certain to photograph each and every family member and guest. When we first received the email with the digital photo album, we just could not stop looking at the pictures – they helped us to relive the day. We felt the same warmth we had experienced while listening to the boys pledge their lives to each other, we heard the music and the laughter of our nearest and dearest partying the night away, and we saw the most exquisite expressions on the faces of the people we love. Only a truly talented photographer is able to convey emotion so deep and so vital – David Perlman is that photographer! A few weeks later, we had a lovely Zoom meeting with him and we worked together to choose the pictures for a book of the wedding day. When our physical album arrived we were thrilled. It is simply amazing and we love everything about it! To see the photos printed on such gorgeous, high quality paper makes them even more vibrant and full of life! As David told us, the pictures should tell the story of the day - and he so lovingly and skillfully created a book that does just that. We have poured over it again and again, and have shared it with anyone who has walked through the front door! There are not enough words to express our delight! David’s expertise and abilities are truly gifts! Plus, he is one great guy - kind, personable, and a consummate professional! David captured once in a lifetime memories for us and we are so very grateful to have chosen him to do so!

We were originally introduced to David through our venue and instantly knew he was our photographer after looking through his Instagram. David was amazing to work with and made sure that we did had every detail covered. He met with us several times through are never ending changes caused by the Pandemic. David always made us feel like we were the most important Wedding he had and was genuinely excited for our big day. Thats all before saying how absolutely stunning his photography is. We were absolutely thrilled with the end result and found beautiful shots everywhere we went. On our Wedding Day he had endless energy and was an absolute joy to work with.

We cannot sing the praises of David Perlman enough. Simply put he is an incredible photographer—many of our guests described his work as magical and the best they have ever seen, and we, of course, agree. He should be your only choice for your wedding photographer. David was a joy to work with throughout the entire process, including: our engagement shoot—which was included in our package, the pre-wedding planning, the actual day-of, and post-wedding (including our 1200+ amazing images and beautiful album). The album is gorgeous and truly encapsulates our day; he missed no detail. Beyond his exceptional work, he is also extremely kind and easy-going (but while still making sure every shot is perfect). This combination allows him to be an expert at claiming nerves, managing families, and most importantly he made us feel at ease during the entire day (and really the entire planning process). You can see it in our photos how comfortable we felt around him, sharing a very intimate and special day. He always looked out for our best interests in capturing our wedding, making sure we got all of the shots we could have wanted, and more. Among our many vendors, David was one of the most consistent, accommodating, and easiest to work with. We’re very lucky that we choose him as we not only have amazing images (and album) from our wedding, but also a new friend.

David Perlman was absolutely incredible from start to finish!! From our complimentary engagement shoot, which we got so many beautiful shots from, to scheduling the day, and then the day itself, he was by our side as an advisor and confidant. He made everything so personal to us. And then the final product was WOW such an incredible encapsulation of the day. Plus he is so much fun to be around, I loved having him by our side. He is worth every penny HIRE HIM!

My husband and I are one of the many couples whose wedding planning was impacted by the covid pandemic. Our original photographer was meant to fly in from Florida but given the rise in cases we had to cancel just 6 weeks before our wedding. Enter DAVID PERLMAN. Our hair and make up vendor, Amy Klewitz from AK Beauty, recommended David and we could not have been more pleased. He was especially patient with us and our questions and was incredibly personable, reaching out to each of our families before the wedding (which they LOVED). He made the entire planning process easy and carefree. On the day of the wedding he was AMAZING. It was an all day outside event on an 85 degree August day, we had a wedding party of ~20 people, and we were dealing with social distancing and family requests. His work was flawless and he captured all of the moments we requested perfectly. We loved him so much, we can't wait to work with him again (and neither can our friends). Could not recommend him more!

When my husband and I started looking for our wedding photographer, we knew we wanted to work with someone who we'd both feel extremely comfortable with (so we could really be ourselves), had a creative and versatile portfolio (e.g., able to capture both the traditional moments as well as capture the spirit/vibe of a couple's wedding), & who deeply cared about their craft (e.g. this wasn't just a day job for them) - since we believed this would really show in their work.  David Perlman fulfilled all of these for us, and so much more. Some additional reasons: David is really passionate about what he does - his excitement for his couples & his work is palpable, and it feels so great to work with someone who cares so much about his craft. This isn't 'just a job' for David - he's really invested in others' happiness, which felt great from the get-go and put us at ease during our engagement shoot and wedding, knowing we were partnering with someone who was invested in our happiness.   David is also extremely professional - he communicates promptly, clearly, & succinctly (e.g., the "right" amount of communication). When identifying a contract that worked for us, we were on the fence about getting a wedding album, & David took the time to walk through this in great detail, which led to one of our favorite artifacts from our wedding. (Our album was completely worth the investment - if you're on the fence, trust us, just get it!) Finally, David is also really fun! He really "got" us & our dynamic right away, & wasn't afraid to infuse emails/communications with appropriate jokes or notes to keep things light-hearted, which was refreshing given that working with a lot of vendors can feel really business-oriented. It felt like he got to know us (which gave us even more feeling that he'd be able to capture our vibe in his photography - which he did!). In general, I believe that David is a really savvy 'people person' & takes the time to identify how to relate to each individual couple, which comes out directly in his work.  We are so happy with our photos - David captured our joy, the details that we'd asked to documented (from one-off group photos to our wedding decor), and the little moments that might have otherwise gone unnoticed. Don't think twice about working with David Perlman -  he's amazing!

David is the absolute PERFECT wedding photographer. Not only is he incredible at what he does, but he also makes you feel so comfortable! David is organized, reliable, so much fun, and SO talented. He kept us laughing the whole day and we couldn’t be happier with how our photos turned out!

David was incredible to work with! He genuinely seems to love his job and made our tiny pandemic wedding look like a lavish event. He immediately gave us (kind and gentle) direction, and I knew he was not there just to take pictures, but to capture lasting memories and make us look good while doing it! He has an incredible aesthetic eye and did so much with so little, making a courthouse-parking-lot-adjacent gazebo look like we were on a vineyard in Napa. Our photos look amazing and the albums and prints came out beautifully, not to mention quickly. I highly recommend David for any photography needs.

We were very fortunate to have David photograph our wedding, beyond the pure pleasure of working with such a professional, David was also a true Mensch! Such a privilege to have been able to work with him and his team. Going through the pictures from that day, we're so lucky to have had such a keen eye spotting and capturing the moments to stay with us forever. Of all our truly great and talented vendors, David and his team by far were the best to work with. If you're able to obtain David's services, you will be grateful for doing so in the many years to come as you go through your photos.

Almost exactly one year ago David photographed my wedding, and one year later I still think he was the best photographer I could have hoped for. The previous summer he had also photographed my cousin's wedding, so we knew we were in good hands! David was incredible to work with. Both leading up to and on the day, he was great about asking what we wanted, while also guiding us through parts we didn't know much about. I so appreciated that he was able to recommend how to schedule photos throughout the day, and put together suggested lists of shots we might want. He also listened to our preferences about which types of shots we wanted to prioritize more or less and the resulting photos absolutely reflected those preferences. He radiates warmth and excitement, making the staged photos feel fun and effortless, even for people like my usually camera-adverse husband. As the evening went on, he felt like part of the party, rather than a person we had hired to photograph us. Looking at the photos now, each one perfectly captures the emotion of the moment -- the love during the ceremony, the joy of the party going into the night, and everything in between.

Not married yet, but David is so deserving of an incredible review that I am here giving my rundown of everything up to this point (contracting, engagement shoot, rescheduling my wedding because of COVID, etc), and I will absolutely be back to do it again after the wedding, but thought that this is helpful for people who are continuing to plan weddings, and who may or may not be nervous about taking the plunge in the current climate. I have actually followed David's work on insta for two years. I was helping a friend with her wedding photog search, and another friend had recommended me to him as "the best wedding photographer in New York". I said "Yeah, right, okay," and followed him. Over the course of the next two years, I would see incredible photo after photo, all with heart, character, personalization, and true, pure love. Because David is so incredibly invested in every couple he works with, his photos have a really special and intimate type of charm that I truly believe only someone who takes the time to really know his couples - really, like a friend! - can capture. As soon as I got engaged, David was the first vendor I messaged. I had nothing else yet, but I knew David was our guy. I even thought to myself, "Come on, be smart! Look around!" So, I did. I found, again, that it was very easy to find photographers who take a glamorous picture. Very few can take a picture that captures a moment, an essence, and most importantly, the real and raw self on an incredible day in their lives, through the lens of someone who is genuinely beside himself happy for the people he's shooting. From day one, David was thoughtful, insightful, honest, respectful, and honestly was having so much fun, you'd never know it wasn't his first wedding. He got all the deets on our story. He graciously worked with our budget. He made personal touches to our contract that I never knew I'd appreciate so much (as someone who usually doesn't care about personalization). He listened to what we wanted, advised on what would work, and we got it done, with all smiles. He invited us to his holiday happy hour with all his other couples. Who DOES that? XD We all got to trade ideas and just be excited about weddings, and I STILL am getting recs from his other couples! Our engagement shoot, again, felt like hanging out with a buddy who knew us really, really well. After our shoot, my fiancé said, "I want David to photograph our kids one day". Our pictures were stunning. I have never seen a picture of me that is so exactly me, even me at not my lightest weight, without the spanx that didn't arrive in time, just pictures taken in our apartment building (which you would never, ever guess). I STILL have people texting me to be like, "These are gorgeous. It makes me wish I got a better photographer." When quarantine started, David emailed all of us to say, "1. how are you?, 2. here's what's going on and here's what I am available to do for you, 3. but really, how are you?" None of my other vendors even emailed, let alone was so willing to be part of the conversation about moving the date, what that would mean, what other couples were doing and going through, and what advice they could offer - because in the end, we're all in this together! I cannot gush about David's talent, professionalism, thoughtfulness, consideration, and sincerity enough. If you are looking for someone who will truly capture your wedding, and work with you and for you to do it, you're in luck!

We are so fortunate that we selected David Perlman to be our wedding photographer. First, David is insanely talented, and we knew we were getting someone with great skill just based on his portfolio. What we quickly learned, however, was that not only is David an epic photographer, but he is the best person in the world. David is incredibly warm, kind, and funny, and really tried to get to know us as a couple, our family (with all its crazy dynamics), and our wedding party before the wedding, so much so that he quickly felt like part of our family. We think that really made the difference in how our wedding photos came out. Our photos were nothing short of spectacular - we are beyond thrilled with how they turned out. David captured all the little moments, not only of us, but of our guests too. He has a way of capturing candid moments of joy and laughter that shines through in all of his photos, something that is rare for wedding photographs. David is also extremely responsive over email and by telephone, and answered all of our questions with expertise and honesty. By the end of the night, all of our family and friends were complimenting David, saying how he truly immersed himself in the wedding to get the best photographs. David is easygoing, trustworthy, and transparent - he is the only one we would trust with the task of capturing our wedding photos. Truly, we cannot say enough good things about him. David was the best thing we spent money on for our wedding and we cannot recommend him highly enough. Book him now!!

From the moment we first spoke to David we just had a sense he would be the perfect fit. Our conversations and email exchanges were so full of joy and it helped us to feel excited during the crazy planning process. On our wedding day he brought that same level of joy and kept things organized while always making time for the perfect shot. We already received a preview and the photos are beyond what we could have imagined. We are so grateful to have had the pleasure to work with him. Hiring David will be the easiest and best decision you make in wedding planning!

David and I have been close friends for many, many years. I was a guest at his wedding, and we knew he and his husband would play an important role in our special day. At first, we didn't even want to consider David as our photographer, not because his photos aren't incredible, because they truly are, but because we wanted him to be an honored guest, be a part of the ceremony, and enjoy himself at the reception. But it became clear as we started doing research, and realizing that I only look normal photos when I am holding a baked good in my hands, that having one of my dearest friends there with me all day was just what we needed. David was incredible! Not only as a photographer, but as a human. His spirit and positivity is infectious and the exact right vibe you want on your wedding day. He smiles, he compliments, he encourages, he ignores (when necessary), and he delivers in more ways than you can possibly imagine. David, and his incredible team, kept me and my husband smiling all day. They got all of the photos we asked for, and them some, but more importantly he captured our joy and the incredible love throughout the day and the magic and whimsy of my hometown. Moreover, my fear of not letting David enjoy the day because he was working was a problem of my own design. He was thrilled to be there from the start. We got to spend more time together than if he was a guest and we shared so many special and intimate moments together. I honestly don't think I would have felt more loved, more beautiful, and more supported in those moments. When Peter and I saw our photos we gasped. They were beyond anything we could imagine and made the day seem even more like a fairytale than it did that day. He is talented, creative, kind, warm, and supportive. You will love every photo and have a new bestie by the end of your special day.

We loved David from the moment we first spoke with him! I was researching recommended photographers, and incorrectly filled in my information intake form with an incomplete email address. David called us directly which was such a breath of fresh air! We loved his positive attitude, flexibility and style. For me as the bride, having great photos is how we will remember the day for the rest of our lives, it was important to capture this, and make sure if felt authentic and stress free the day of. To help alleviate some day-of jitters, David included an engagement photos session to help us get used to being in front of the camera and working with him. This simple thing, really helped to take the pressure off! David is a seasoned professional, and was always there to lend his advise and expertise. Whenever I had a question, or something came up, he responded quickly or offered phone calls to chat through updated scheduling. Day of we could not have asked for more from David. He was such a pleasure to work with, was so organized and helped ensure everything went super smoothly. Even family members who hate taking photos commented on how David helped them feel at ease and kept the energy high throughout the many family shots. I am so glad that we found David because we cannot look at those photos and not smile, they are AMAZING!

I have no words to talk about how wonderful David is. Not only is he an unbelievable photographer, but he is someone you truly want around you on the day of your wedding (and every day actually). David put me at ease the second we talked on the phone. He understood me and what I wanted and more importantly needed on the day of my wedding. He worked within my budget, made me feel calm, and for that, I am so thankful. To me, the candid moments were important and David captured every single one. He also made sure to get the photos that I'd want when I was older, you know, the ones that stand the test of time. I could not recommend someone more to capture the most important day.

My fiancé and I are getting married in California, but we were looking for a photographer for engagement photos in NYC. We are so, so happy that we went with David Perlman. From the beginning, he was flexible and accommodating. I emailed him a few times before our photo session with a bunch of slightly neurotic questions (Would the weather hold up? Could we reschedule if it rained?) and his quick responses reassured me that he had everything under control. My fiancé and I don’t necessarily feel “at home” in front of a camera, but David was so friendly, kind, and professional that we both ended up really enjoying the experience! He even continued to take photos after the 1 1/2 hour window we had paid for, because he wanted to make sure he captured the sunset. And of course, most importantly, we are thrilled with the photos!

I fell in love with David’s work the moment I found him on social media months ago and when I got engaged, I knew he was the photographer for us! David is the kindest person you will ever meet, his laugh is infectious, he truly loves what he does and he supported the sh*t out of us during our engagement photo shoot, the weeks leading up and he is currently helping me brainstorm wedding ideas!! If you are looking for an engagement and/or wedding photographer, look no further, David is the real deal!!! I can’t say thank you enough for capturing our beautiful moments/memories. David is my new best friend in my imagination!!!

A truly delightful and unforeseen benefit of sharing David’'s photos with those who were not at our daughter's wedding has been experiencing the reactions to the photos! To a person, people have remarked on how special the photos are, how much better they are than "“typical" wedding pictures, and how beautifully they reflect a joyful celebration. As I've shared the photos with friends over the months since the wedding, it has been the gift that keeps on giving - because it has been so fun to experience our friends'’ glowing observations! To show you what I mean, here are the comments that I’'ve received from five of my friends: …...."“1) Oh my darling I am tearing up with joy! These wedding photos are the most beautiful I have ever seen! The bride, the groom - friends family and the venue all stunning beyond words. He really captured the vibe. Happiest group I have ever seen. K. looks so beautiful and happy. …..2) Oh my god!!! I love, love the wedding pictures. There is such joy and happiness in everyone’'s faces (except maybe the mother-in-law who was very weepy :)). I can only imagine how wonderful the wedding vows were based on K.’'s laughter and your expressions. Thanks so much for sharing the pictures. I had a huge smile on my face throughout each picture. …..3) so beautiful. i was dewy eyed by the 10th picture, K. so glowing... the picture of her gown twirling on the dance floor is special ! how wonderful to have this beautiful family event captured so expertly -- a very talented photographer! thanks very much for sharing these - i am enjoying !! …..4) Oh I am speechless. I have never seen such beautiful pictures …..5) I looked at the photos you sent…. I was transfixed!!! What a beautiful ...everything!" ……..….By the way, the picture mentioned above of "“her gown twirling on the dance floor,”" which David did in both black and white and in color, is magical. It was somehow taken directly above the K. and A. (we have no idea how he did it - no one ever saw!). ………..I think that David’'s artistry and talent as a wedding photographer are unparalleled. And more than that - he was simply a delight to have at the wedding. As my husband says, David’'s personality - happy and friendly - just brought out the best in everyone, and it shows in the photos. Yet he managed to be discrete at the same time. Perfect!

A good friend recommended David to me after she was a bridesmaid in a wedding he photographed. After hearing her stories I checked out his work online and was immediately sold. Little did I know I was getting so much more than a photographer! David recommended/put me in touch with other vendors, answered any & all of my wedding questions, replied to my calls/emails at all hours, kept my videographer in check on the day-of, and even weighed in on which wedding dress I should choose (because even that early in the process I trusted & valued his opinion enough to ask), not to mention his incredible photos!! David’s style of photography focuses on the raw and organic emotion of the day. He manages to capture all of the small moments, and having those details preserved in time is such a gift. I could rave about David all day, and so could my friends & family! He is an absolute pleasure to work with and will capture your big day in a way that you will treasure forever. 10/10 a must have vendor! Happy wedding planning & best of luck!

My husband and I decided to have a small intimate wedding with just our nuclear families, but knew we needed a really fantastic wedding photographer to capture the day for all of our extended family and friends who could not be present. We were dragging our feet because though we didn’t want to enlist a friend, we needed a professional company that would fit into the cozy, quiet wedding we had envisioned. David, from David Perlman Photography, was referred to us by a friend who is a wedding planner and after our initial phone consultation I knew we were in the best of hands. Throughout the several conversations we had leading up to the big day David took the time to learn our guests names, make sure we were all on the same page about what he was to capture and offered ideas that we hadn’t even thought of. On the actual day of the wedding we were racing to get ready after a venue SNAFU, and David showed up 15-minutes early, ready to work and rolled with the punches, capturing “getting ready photos” that we didn’t initially think we would have time for but are some of our favorites. David was a wonderful mixture of friendly authority, using his expertise to get everyone wrangled for posed photos and was a silent witness to our ceremony, where he captured amazing moments without intruding on a very emotional union. He was a joy to work with and we cannot recommend him highly enough.

When my husband and I began looking for a wedding photographer, as the bride I took it on as my job to research and find the perfect fit! I knew this was one of the most important elements of our wedding day so it was a big decision. I was given SO many referrals of different photographers including 2 friends referring David to us. There was something that stood out to me about David's photos and his vibe. It was a combination of the warmth of his personality and his ability to capture the true essence of the couple which he was shooting. After speaking with David on the phone and viewing all of his amazing work, those feelings were validated. I really felt like we found our perfect match in a photographer. David helped set me at ease by going over every detail of how the day would run from beginning to end. As a bride planning a wedding, there are so many parts in motion that can feel overwhelming so it was very reassuring and comforting to have someone take the wheel for a big part of the day. I had complete confidence in David! On our wedding day, David showed up on time with a big smile and started taking the "getting ready" photos of myself and my bridal party in our hotel room. He was unassuming yet gave the perfect amount of warmth to ease some nerves. He was never distracting. The getting ready photos came out absolutely beautiful. David was able to capture my bridesmaids and I walking to the ceremony in the coolest way. Those pictures came out so fun and I continue to receive so many compliments on the realness of those pictures. I can't say enough about how David took the pictures during our ceremony. First of all, he would make a good spy because I never knew he was there, and I don't think anyone did!! Haha. He captured each moment so beautifully. The posed bridal party and family photos post-ceremony were so much fun and came out so perfectly! Shot in front of a brick wall by Brooklyn Bridge Park, the combination of the Brooklyn city feel with class and elegance was on point! David went out of his way to hire a photographer for our cocktail hour so we would not miss a detail. This meant so much to me when I found out he did that!! We were able to get pictures of our beautiful setup, food, decorations, etc to see every detail of our reception. David captured the dancing in such a fun way! He has the innate ability of truly capturing the essence and personality of everyone, and he definitely did this for all of our guests. I also have to add - the way David took control of the party was amazing! My husband has a larger than life family and sometimes they all want to chime in with their ideas at the same time. David was able to take the reins and reel everyone in which can be a challenging thing to do. He did it in the perfect way! Our photos were delivered to us in a very timely manner and we couldn't be happier with the results. In close, we couldn't be happier with our decision to have David Perlman as the photographer for our wedding day. He exceeded every expectation with personalized care, a timeless yet modern style, and a fun and caring demeanor.

I don’t know where to start when it comes to explaining the amazing experience we had with David. A year before we tied the knot I was scrolling through reviews for photographers online, feeling overwhelmed by the choice of photographers and their mixed reviews. No one stood out to us as someone we wanted to: A. Be the only witness of our vows B. Be trusted with documenting our memories. Then I stumbled across a review of David. Immediately I searched for his business Instagram, and then his personal Instagram. His fun, kind and charming online presence wooed me straight away. I sent him a message, with the dates and details of our wedding day and we begun following each other on Instagram. Throughout the next year we became great friends online. Messaging each other, laughing at each other’s ‘stories’ and most of all being the biggest fan of his photographs. We couldn’t wait to meet him in person. This year of friendship online really was the recipe for the most magical experience when it came to the morning of our vows. We had postponed our wedding by 1 day to ensure we had good weather, at a moments notice this was no trouble for David. He made me feel at ease throughout all of our correspondence. When we arrived at the City Hall in New York, we were nervous, excited and eager to meet our friend David in real life. Straight away it was like we had been friends for years, he knew both of our personalities so well, and knew instantly what types of photos we wanted - DRAMA, and MORE drama! David walked us through the process, being kind, funny and just as excited as we were for our ceremony. He took photos when we didn’t know, capturing the most sacred memories. He witnessed our vows, and I couldn’t be happier we chose him. Following the ceremony he took us to some places near by he knew would deliver us the perfect backdrop. We was considerate, gentle and creative in his approach. He stayed far longer than we had ‘booked’ for - this wording doesn’t feel write, as it truly was like having a great friend by our side capturing special moments. Following this, we parted whilst myself and Richard celebrated in the city. Before we met up again in Central Park for our sunset photos (a must- it’s the most surreal experience.) Again, he walked us through the most beautiful areas for our photos, taking the time to get the perfect shot at each. We laughed a lot. When the sun was just about to set we had to say our goodbyes, it felt strange, he had been so pivotal in our day we didn’t want him to go. We continue to be great friends, and will most certainly be meeting up when me and my husband return to New York. David was outstanding, have us some of the most beautiful wedding photos we have ever seen, and will remain to be a great friend. When choosing a photographer for your wedding, especially if they’re going to be your witness, you must have the joy of having David by your side. Annabel & Richard ❤️

David is the best!!! He was truly excited about our wedding from the first time I spoke to him. He had such a positive energy throughout the whole process, and so many of our guests commented on how wonderful he was at our wedding. He was also so organized- I always knew what to expect from him and when. I didn’t know how incredibly valuable that was until I was in the middle of planning, but David was always on top of everything! Last but not least, the pictures- They are a dream come true! We’ve gotten so many compliments on the quality of the photos and David’s amazing work. We are so lucky to have them to remember our wedding by. If David is available on your special day, do yourself a favor and book him immediately!

Hire David Perlman immediately. He is the absolute BEST. Not only is he an incredibly talented photographer, he is SO much fun to work with! David helped to ease my stress by creating the perfect schedule for the day AND photographed our huuuge wedding party and families without an issue. He made my husband and I feel and look amazing! We already got a sneak peak and are obsessed with every photo. Two of our friends already hired David and we will continue to recommend him to everyone we know. You will not regret this decision!