New York based + CA Wedding photographer
Gema Lopez
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based out of Middletown, NY, Gemsphotoco offers wedding and lifestyle photography services. Gema, the face behind Gemsphotoco, is obsessed with all the emotions and moments of a wedding day. She'd be delighted to capture your wedding day in gorgeous photos. From capturing the raw emotions to the candids and snapping the important must-haves of your day, she'll make sure to tell the story of your wedding day and the love between your partner and you. When you receive your gallery back, you can expect to relive that day and those emotions all over again.
Gema made my passion for taking pictures into a career. Her photography style can be described as warm, natural & timeless. Gemsphotoco highly prioritizes you & will meet your wedding day needs, whether you're planning to elope, marry in an intimate ceremony with a few friends and family, or hold a gala extravaganza. Whether you need Gema to be at your side from start to beginning or be more discreet when taking pictures, she'll be there.
Gemsphotoco offers wedding day coverage, engagement sessions, portraiture, trash-the-dress sessions, and day-after sessions. She can enlist the services of a second photographer to capture even more candids and snaps on your big day. Don't live near the area? No worries! Gemsphotoco is ready to travel to cover any destination wedding!
Details
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Photo
Second Shooter Available
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Modern
Vintage
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Gema Lopez
Owner
Obsessed with pizza, golden hour, blue hour and all emotions involved with a wedding day! Turned my love for photography into a job that bring me so much joy! I love seeing all the beautiful smiles, warmth and love on a wedding day. I've had the pleasure to work with some amazing couples and looking forward to all the new memories I'll make with future couples! :)
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.017 reviews
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Gema's photography services for weddings have garnered high praise from multiple reviewers for capturing beautiful moments with professionalism and skill. Reviewers emphasize her great communication, ability to understand their vision, and calm presence that made the wedding experience seamless and enjoyable. They appreciate her talent for bringing out the best in photos and making clients feel comfortable, recommending her for her artistic eye, guidance, and stunning results. Overall, Gema is described as a gem who delivers top-quality work with a friendly, patient approach, leaving clients thrilled with their engagement and wedding photos.Review photos
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Sydney N
5.0
12/10/2025
Gema was AMAZING!! We have only received our sneak peaks so far and I LOVE them! She captures our wedding day so beautifully! I would recommend her 1,000%!
Eden C
5.0
9/02/2025
It’s my 1 year anniversary and as I’m looking back at my wedding photos taken by Gema, I’m just so happy and grateful for the beautiful moments she captured! I felt like a princess...
, had so much fun and felt so relaxed even in the Puerto Rican heat, thanks to her great attitude and professionalism! My husband agrees, and loves each shot!
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Cole S
5.0
8/19/2025
We loved working with Gema! From the very beginning, she was so communicative and really took the time to listen to our vision. She made sure she understood what was most important...
to us, which gave us so much peace of mind leading up to the wedding.
On the day of the wedding, we were a little nervous, but Gema has such a calm, friendly presence that made the whole experience feel effortless and fun.
Most importantly, she gave us the most beautiful gallery. She captured the emotions, and candid moments in a way that feels so genuine and true to us. We were so grateful to have her for our special day!!
Fridda F
5.0
8/06/2025
We had a great experience with Gema taking our engagement and wedding pictures! ! Gema is very professional ! Stunning pictures ! Very detailed oriented. 10/10 recommend ! A great ...
person and great pictures overall. :) She definitely knows what she is doing! She captured the love and butterflies of those special days! 🦋
Zach C
5.0
7/22/2025
We used Gema as our wedding photographer and were extremely impressed! She combined her vision and natural skills as a photographer with what we specifically were looking for, and ...
we could not be more impressed with the quality of the photos. I feel as if we are living our special day all over again just looking at them.
Something that Gema really excels in is also being able to take control the day of, and make sure that everyone knows exactly what they are doing. With the chaos of everything on the wedding day, I’d say this skill is just as important as the quality of the photos!
I could not give Gema a higher recommendation as a wedding photographer and guarantee you will be impressed with both the quality of the photos and of the service.
Adi R
5.0
7/15/2025
We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer than Gema for our special day. From the very beginning, her communication was clear, thoughtful, and responsive—she took the time t...
o truly understand our vision and made sure every detail was captured just the way we imagined. Gema has an incredible gift behind the camera, effortlessly making us feel comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. Her warm, positive energy made the experience even more enjoyable, and her flexibility with locations was a huge plus. The final photos were stunning—we genuinely looked and felt our best. We would absolutely hire her again in a heartbeat!
Paulina E
5.0
7/14/2025
Gema was an absolute DREAM to work with! She was so patient with us and her guidance was invaluable during the shoot. She really made it such a fun experience! When we saw the phot...
os we were in awe! They turned out so beautiful. She has the talent of bringing out the best in the photos that she takes. Truly a great photographer!
Alina L
5.0
7/14/2025
We couldn't be happier with our engagement photos thanks to Gema! She has an incredible talent for not only capturing beautiful images but also for making you feel completely at ea...
se in front of the camera. We had a specific vision in mind, and Gema flawlessly brought it to life, adding her own artistic touch that made everything even more magical. After seeing the incredible results, we've since booked her for two more photoshoots, and both have turned out beyond our expectations! Her professionalism and artistic eye are truly outstanding. If you're looking for a photographer who can make your vision a reality while making the process fun and comfortable, Gema is your person!
Kassidy M
5.0
2/01/2025
Gema was so incredible to work with. She communicated clearly and helped me to build the perfect timeline. She was so sweet and made me feel so comfortable throughout the day. She ...
listened to my vision for my wedding photos and exceeded my expectations. I could not recommend Gema enough!
Michelle C
5.0
12/06/2024
Gema is quite literally a gem! Not only is she someone who takes quality photos and really values her work but working with Gema is like working with your bestie. She makes you fee...
l comfortable and guides you through the whole process. She gave us the best engagement & wedding photos and I hope to be able to use her services in the near future!
Ryan H
5.0
10/29/2024
Our wedding was planned and executed in under two weeks and my only non-negotiable was a photographer to capture the day. We feel so fortunate to have worked with GemsPhotoCo, she ...
was a true chameleon, she seemed more like a friend than a vendor, she laughed with us, she captured the most beautiful photos and she was a joy to be around. Her flexibility and professionalism were bar-none, her demeanor was welcoming, she was nonjudgmental and rolled with the punches seemlessly. She worked diligently to make our timeline work in her schedule. Let’s be honest, a photographer plays one of the biggest roles in your big day, if you want the best of both worlds with gorgeous portraits and intimate candids, she’s your girl.
Janelle P
5.0
11/30/2023
The name says it all , she is truly a gem 💎. She did our engagement and wedding photos and she did an amazing job . She’s very kind, approachable, flexible and very professional ....
I got a lot of compliments from my friends, family and co workers from the photo she did and I highly recommend that you should hire Gema .
Giselle B
5.0
4/16/2023
Gema does an amazing job on her photos, but not only that but her editing is also amazing! She took some of my husbands and I wedding pictures and edited really beautifully! We lov...
e her work!
Samantha H
5.0
12/22/2022
Working with Gema was amazing! She was so flexible, professional, and kind and worked with us to realize our vision. Both she and her second photographer were a pleasure. Her phot...
ographs were absolutely lovely. They will be the treasure of our lifetime. We strongly recommend her services! She is a true artist!
Jennifer M
5.0
12/21/2022
Honestly she deserves more than 5 stars. She was the photographer for my wedding. She made me feel relaxed and calm. Honestly her job was so beautiful. All of my photos are amazing...
. She is the best!!!
Irma L
5.0
6/29/2022
Gema was professional, kind, and so creative during our entire wedding photography adventure! I didn't know how much would go into our on-location forest session but with her help ...
it was all a breeze. She carefully curated each pose and made my husband and I feel comfortable during the entire process. Gema captured our candid moments so well that we would forget we were being photographed! I love the memories she has helped us create!
Response from Gemsphotoco on 06/29/2022
Ahh!! Thank you so much for your sweet words!! 🥰🥰 And thank you SO much for choosing me ...
to photograph your special day! It was definitely memorable for me too! 🤍🤍
Perla Z
5.0
6/28/2022
Gema was definitely such a great addition to the wedding Super professional very sweet and flexible, no doubt she is beyond amazing my wedding pictures came out effortless and more...
then what I could of asked for . She definitely exceeded my expectations.
Response from Gemsphotoco on 06/28/2022
Aww thank you Perla!! I had so much fun at your wedding! Thank you for letting me a part o...
f it :)
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