Okpor Leonard Photography

Dynamic Portrait and Wedding Photographer

$1,149 starting price

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Videography services available

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Leonard

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AWARD WINNER (5X)

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Okpor Leonard Photography is a dynamic portrait wedding photography company based out of Brooklyn, NY. This business takes pride in helping couples preserve their most special moments through their services. Using a precise combination of technical skills and intuitive creativity, these photographers apply innovative techniques to tell their clients’ one-of-a-kind stories. Though based in the Big Apple, they are happy to travel to those celebrating elsewhere. Okpor Leonard Photography is a black-owned business that has worked hard to establish their presence in the industry. With more than five years of experience, owner Leonard Okpor has impressed clients around the globe. So far, his work has appeared in an array of international magazines and for reputable fashion agencies. When documenting precious memories, this photographer delights in sharing his experience and talent with couples for unforgettable photo sessions. To appeal to their clients’ diverse tastes and needs, Okpor Leonard Photography offers a range of flexible services. Depending on your preferences, up to two photographers can be there on your big day to capture your celebration. For a streamlined planning experience, Leonard has curated cohesive packages. Options include services such as 48-hour editing turnovers, rehearsal photoshoots, canvas prints, and more. This photographer is also happy to arrange trash-the-dress sessions for unique images that you can cherish for a lifetime.

Black-owned Business

+4 years in business

Speaks English

4 team members

Prices & packages

Standard

$1,149 starting price

Standard

$1,149 starting price

4 hours

Basic focus on what you need but absolute Masterpiece of delivery

VIDEOGRAPHY

$1,200 starting price

VIDEOGRAPHY

$1,200 starting price

4 hours

service varies as videography is a different package aimed at guiding you when requesting for this as an additional service, package varies in line with this

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Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

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Boudoir

Bridal Portraits

Day After Session

Engagement

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Online Proofing

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Printed Enlargements

Second Shooter Available

Social Media Sharing

Wedding Albums

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Artistic

Classic

Dramatic

Lifestyle

Modern

Vintage

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Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

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Leonard

Owner

Leonard Okpor grew up in Lagos Nigeria. At his young age he never really has an interest for photography but rather for the art of expression. He began to develop more direct interest for photography while in college where he studied Accounting and finance, his slow and steady interest helped him develop a personality that improved his connection with people, seeing the beauty in People and life and creating an inner expression of what could relate to peace.

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Leonard was highly praised for his professionalism, flexibility, and exceptional photography skills for weddings. Reviewers noted his ability to capture candid, natural moments, provide helpful direction for posing, and create a stress-free experience. Couples appreciated his attention to detail, beautiful editing, and ability to make them feel comfortable and confident. With excellent communication, quick response times, and affordable pricing, Leonard was regarded as a top choice for capturing memorable wedding moments with artistic flair and care.

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Danielle C

1/12/2025

My husband and I very much appreciated Leonard’s work. He showed professionalism and flexibility in the days ahead of the wedding and the photographs exceeded our expectations!! Thank you very much!!

Katerina T

1/06/2025

We couldn’t be happier with Leonard as our wedding photographer! His ability to capture candid, authentic moments was absolutely incredible. Every photo feels so natural and full of emotion, which is exactly what we wanted. Beyond his talent behind the camera, Leonard brought such a calm and welcoming energy to the day. He made us feel at ease and allowed us to truly enjoy the moment without worrying about the photos. He blended seamlessly into the celebration, capturing all the little details and big moments perfectly. If you’re looking for a photographer who can tell your story beautifully while making the experience stress-free, we highly recommend Leonard!

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Evangeline G

1/04/2025

Leo was such a great help for me and my husband. We had never taken any photos professionally and were A little nervous we might look silly. But Leo did the most amazing job of making us feel comfortable and helping us pose and look natural for our wedding photos. Most important he made us look Fantastic. My absolute favorite photo of myself has come of this and I cannot be more grateful.

Christopher M

10/28/2024

Leonard is a great photographer and person! We loved having him as part of our wedding day. He was very helpful showing us poses for the photos, and he was generous with his time - meeting with us to scout out photo locations before the wedding. He was also available to answer our questions quickly, and was flexible when things ran a little later than scheduled.

Aimen H

9/13/2024

Words can’t begin to describe Leonard’s professionalism and attention to detail. Leonard was understanding and open about my vision from the beginning and went out of his way to edit the photographs in the midst setting I was hoping for. He was super friendly, and made the environment extremely fun and comfortable. My husband and I both enjoyed getting our portraits taken from him. Leonard is the photographer you want at your wedding events!

Yeskleiry T

9/01/2024

Leonard was punctual, communicated the entire process, made us feel comfortable and felt like a friend throughout the entire shoot. We connected immediately. I highly recommend him as he is able to visualize everything with ease and work in any environment. He guided us the entire time and had us feeling super confident. We love every single one of our shots!

Angela T

8/30/2024

THE BEST! Professional, affordable, and captured every moment with ease.

Kristin Z

8/29/2024

Leonard and his team were amazing on my wedding day! (07/27/24) Very friendly, professional, and the photos and videos turned out wonderful! Also, he was reasonably priced. I booked him on the Knot and he was very communicative. Thank you Leonard for a job well done!

HUBERT K

8/01/2024

JUST forget all other photographers and call Leonard !!!! From the price to the professionalism, His ideas for photos were truly remarkable ! . We never felt like we had to pose for photos and it was so natural. Top tier camera gear ! Great personality ! A true master in the art of photography!!!

Ryne C

7/29/2024

Leonard gave us great memories for our fifth anniversary party! He was very responsive, professional, punctual, flexible, and kind! We gave minimal instructions (family photos before the party) and let him do his magic. He captured a great mix of heart felt and candid moments. When our schedule was a bit delayed he stayed longer than we booked in order to make sure we didn't miss anything. The photos were ready astonishingly quick and the quality was superb. He handled all the various lighting challenges with ease (started windy & bright outside,then moved indoors with bright windows, ending indoors with a dark evening). We highly recommend Leonard!

Rachel D

6/26/2024

Leo was truly fantastic. He was amazing and fun to work with and the final photos were incredible. Our whole family was so pleased. He did not miss a moment! We would highly recommend him to any bride and groom or other event.

Crystal B

6/24/2024

Leonard was great from the engagement shoot to the actual wedding he was very communicative. He helped us feel relax and even goes the extra mile. Great photographer and we received our photos quickly.

Gabriella S

6/23/2024

Leonard is a wonderful photographer! His work is artistic, but he also prioritizes those human/loving moments between us as a couple, our families, and our friends. All of our photos are gorgeous and he made us feel like a king and queen! He is a kind and thoughtful person, and a great presence on the day. He wasn't pushy for certain types of shots we didn't want (we knew other photographers would be, and that's a big reason why we hired him), but he also did a great job directing our families during the family portrait moment. Leonard's photography has that timeless quality you hope to see in your wedding photos -- the kind you hope your grandchildren will gaze at lovingly decades later. He's the best and you should hire him!

Theresa M

5/28/2024

Where do I begin?! Leo photographed our engagement photos and that entire day confirmed for us we wanted to hire him for our wedding. Great communication, quick return time for photos, and he truly captured the memories we were looking for.

Denise K

5/23/2024

I’ve worked alongside Leonard at several weddings and photoshoots where I provided bridal beauty services, and it’s always a fantastic experience! He knows how to capture every moment beautifully with an eye for detail and a genuine passion for his craft. His ability to make couples and their guests feel at ease is evident, resulting in stunning, natural photos that truly reflect the joy and love of their wedding day. He’s friendly, professional, and incredibly talented. I highly recommend Leo to any couple looking for a photographer who will not only deliver exceptional photos but also enhance the overall experience of their special day.

response 05/24/2024

Thank you so much for such lovely review, you were such are such a specialist at what you ...

do also and since the first time working with you we have had the chance to work on other projects and your work has consistently surpassed the clients expectation. Your all-round beauty service is a touch of heart and always impressive how you go beyond to ensure each time they are satisfied. Thanks again and looking forward to telling more magical story through your touch of perfection and Art

Mark D

5/20/2024

My wife and I had the pleasure to work with Leo for our wedding ceremony and photoshoot. He was super professional and personable. We had a very small wedding of only 12 people so we kept the photo package small since we didn't have a ton of guests to focus on. Leo was able to fit right in and charm all of the guests as if he was always meant to be there. He doesn't come with a ton of equipment but that may vary based on the package you're looking for. He was very affordable and made us feel like rockstars when taking photos. He is an excellent hype man and reassured us whenever we felt awkward or out of place. Neither my wife or I are big on photoshoots because they can feel very vain so Leo was able to mix in a lot of natural candid shots in between the formal shoot which made for some nice lifelike photos. The one thing I will callout is that given his light equipment load, he didn't come with a ton of lighting options which could have come in handy for the church since it was a bit dim in the sanctuary. However, I reiterate that that may change with higher packages. Overall, very pleased with the experience.

Jack A

5/01/2024

Leo was a wonderful part of our wedding experience. He was great to work with from our initial introductory calls -- friendly, warm, thoughtful. He was a seamless part of the wedding day itself, taking beautiful, dynamic photos. We highly recommend Leo! -Joe&Jack

Meme N

2/19/2024

Leonard was extremely easy to work with. I contacted him less than two weeks from my Elopement & he came through with no hesitation. He was also very polite & professional.

Tiffani M

12/04/2023

I really don’t know where to begin with leonard . He was amazing ! He was on time , actually he was early and checked out the venue and knew all the spots that would be perfect before I even got there . My ceremony was outside and it was rather cold and we lost sun light that day and leonard didn’t miss a beat . He knew exactly what to do bc my pictures came out perfect ! Also my nightmare happened about an hour into photos , We lost power!! I was devastated but honestly some of those were my fav pictures that leonard took ! I have know idea how he knew how to handle even a blackout ! But he did ! I’m so thankful I went with him and will keep him in mind for any of my future events !!

Quentin H

11/29/2023

My husband and I got married in Brooklyn, New York in Fall 2023. We quickly identified Leonard as our top choice because of his affordable prices and customizable packages. Despite not having the largest budget, Leonard worked with us to create a custom package that included everything we needed. We had two different photographers, Leonard and a colleague, and it was the best decision we ever made. We got our photos back in a little over a week, which is an extraordinary turnaround time. All in all, Leonard captured about a thousand shots - all of which were edited and posted to an online gallery. He is also extremely creative and came up with some great poses and locations for some pre-wedding shots. We honestly couldn't be happier with our choice. Leonard was great at communicating with us as well, always asking what we wanted to see. He went above and beyond by giving me his coat when it started raining pretty heavily as we walked to our venue, so I'd stay dry. We cannot recommend him enough! Fantastic!

Jason D

11/19/2023

Leonard was wonderful. He was quick and clear with communication, patient with our indecisiveness, and able to make suggestions that took everyone's wishes into consideration. On top of that, he has a great sense of humor and a calmness that is contagious. We enjoyed working with Leonard and enjoyed his ideas. The pictures are great and we will cherish them forever.

Jacob W

11/17/2023

We hired Leonard to shoot our microwedding, including our ceremony and reception. Leonard was very reasonable in pricing and worked with us to build a package that was fair to us in price and flexible around our schedule, given there was a significant gap between our morning ceremony and evening reception. We had a series of hiccups out of all of our control during our wedding day, but Leonard was fantastic and rolled with the punches with us. We were very pleased with his wedding photos, both those shot during peak daytime and at night. He clearly has an exceptional eye for wedding photography and was communicative with us. He delivered us some of the photos on the day of and the remainder, delivered in a timely manner post event. I would recommend Leonard to other couples getting married in the New York metro area and I'd personally work with him again for other events should I have a need.

Dennise R

11/13/2023

Leonard is an amazing person and a professional in his field. I reached out to Leonard on the knot app, early 2023 for our Nov. 2023 wedding. He responded quickly to my messages. We arranged a phone meeting. He was able to answer all of my questions and review the packages he offered. He was able to work around my needs. He does offer engagement photos in his packages. That's the time he uses to get to know the couple & make them feel comfortable being photographed for their big day. My Husband and I did not need engagement photos, so we agreed to meet at the end of summer. Leonard spent about 1.5 hours with us that evening. We reviewed our needs for the wedding day- which moments were most important to us and what not to waste his time on. I myself am not photogenic, this was one of my main concerns . Leonard reassured me that it wasn't a problem for him. On our wedding day Leonard arrived at the church on time, he set up quickly and was already to go. During the reception Leonard was effective in taking the traditional family photos, along with all the fun moments- bouquet toss, garter removal, cake cutting, guest dancing ect.

Melissa K

11/13/2023

Leo, our photographer, was recommended by my niece, who is a model, and we're absolutely thrilled that we chose him. He skillfully captured our micro wedding on a rainy day, turning the photos into something truly phenomenal. Despite the weather challenges, Leo's kindness and exceptional talent shone through every picture. He not only took numerous shots but also added perfect finishing touches, making the photos extraordinary. We're immensely pleased and grateful for Leo's work. We highly recommend him and are thankful for the recommendation from my niece.

Keith B

11/12/2023

Easy to communicate with and captured the day beautifully and was agreeable with everything we asked him for. Highly recommend working with Leonard.

Sarah H

11/10/2023

Leonard was the consummate professional and we adored our photos. We planned the ceremony ourselves and he was so kind to roll with the punches. He came to the table with a lot of great ideas and was a huge value proportionate to the cost. Wound up getting extra time day off because we were so pleased. Thank you Leonard! Highly highly recommend

Gina S

11/10/2023

Leonard became a friend as much as our photographer on our special day. He was professional and thorough. The photos are beautiful. But most importantly, he made my guests feel at ease. They felt he was another guest instead of an intrusion. I have been to many weddings where the photographer is pushy and bosses around the day. He was there when we needed him, followed my directions and gave us space at the right time.

Anna M

9/14/2023

Working with Leo was incredibly easy and fun. He was super accommodating of our requests, quick to respond via text, and a true professional when it came to our wedding day. The photos came out beautifully and he seemed to capture every meaningful moment perfectly. I honestly don’t know how he was able to get so many different shots, each captured with artistic flare and care. His turn around time was also very impressive; editing 952 photos in just 7 days is quite a feat! His prices are also very fair, and he did not try to upsell us with unnecessary additions to the contract. We are so glad we chose Leo for our wedding photography needs.

Paola V

8/21/2023

I am so glad that I found Leo! He was professional, super quick to respond, answered all my questions and was such a charm to work with. He captured beautiful moments and listen to exactly what I wanted. He is organized and a lovely person!!!!

Nathan C

8/15/2023

After a few other photographers tried to upcharge me thousands of dollars for a wedding photography package, I felt like I’d never find a professional photographer who would listen to my vision and be able to execute on it. In planning my wedding I learned that most vendors only listen long enough until they figure out how to pull emotional cords and then dip into my pockets. It's disgusting. This happened with venues, florists and photographers. Then I messaged Leonard. He got back to me within the hour and we were able to talk through my wants and needs and settle on a contract that was fair and equitable for both of us. I didn't need a music video of my wedding produced by a videographer. I'm not famous and didn't need tens of thousands of shots from a team of photographers. I wanted the ceremony captured in pictures, along with wedding party photos and some candids of our guests during the cocktail hour - some great shots I could post on my social accounts and something to include along with this year's Christmas card. Leonard was fully committed to this. He arrived early, set up, and began shooting. He got amazing shots of us getting ready, the ceremony, the wedding party, the guests, everything. And his turnaround time was only 8 days. I could not recommend Leonard enough.

Kassandra N

8/07/2023

Leonard did my wedding photos and they came out fantastic! I highly recommend him to everyone. I frequently work with photographers at my job and I had high expectations. Leonard exceeded all of them! He communicated clearly and frequently before the wedding, his pricing is transparent, he accommodated for a last minute change, he showed up early and prepared. He moved quickly during the shoot. We (bride and groom) had to leave an hour early and I was concerned Leonard would not have enough time to get quality shots but like I said, he exceeded all expectations! The photos were delivered ahead of schedule and I received many more than I expected.

Eugene K

8/07/2023

Leonard did an excellent job with our wedding. He quoted a fair price for pre-event and event photos. Leonard was punctual and diligent throughout the event. Unfortunately we were rained out for the pre-event location, but Leonard went above and beyond by scheduling an additional photo shoot at a later date. He delivered the photos quickly and we are very pleased with the result.

Silvio G

7/25/2023

Leonard was amazing. Besides his amazing eye, attention to detail, and mindfulness - he's an amazing person. He is present and captures the key moments when everything is happening too quickly and everyone is all over the place. his portraits are also awesome - he's got a way to bring out everyone's true self. Thank You!

Rachel F

7/18/2023

Leonard is very professional. He showed up on time and captured every detail. He fit right in with my family and friends that we forgot a photographer was even there. I would definitely hire him again for other special occasions.

response 07/19/2023

Rachel, this is so sweet and I am thankful to have had the opportunity of capturing your s...

pecial moment, one shared with loved ones. Sincerely appreciate your words and glad I could contribute through my photography 🙏🏾😊

Arielle D

5/23/2023

When we were searching for our wedding photographer, we discovered Leonard Okpor's portfolio through his website. We were immediately struck by his amazing talent for storytelling. After our consultation with Leonard, we knew that he was the photographer for our special day. Upon meeting him (and his assistant we requested) on the day of our wedding, not only were they consummate professionals, but they were an an absolute joy to work with. Some of the things that especially stand out about Leonard's photography are his use of natural lighting and his keen eye for composition. He also took the time to genuinely connect with us as the bride and groom and our loved ones. This, particularly, helped ease the stress of the day. The package we purchased is very affordable for what services are included, and he even customized certain options with us. Turnaround time was surprisingly quick at only 2 weeks. The quality of the final photos were absolutely spectacular! Highly recommended.

Gi B

4/19/2023

Leo was AMAZING for our engagement shoot. He communicated with us frequently and even met with us on a day when it was 30 degrees out in windy NYC (which made it feel like -30). He sent us all of the pictures he took and made some amazing edits to our favorites. Overall such an amazing experience. We will definitely be trying to book him for our wedding day

Michelle S

4/10/2023

Married 03/18/2023 & planned in four months, Okpur was my THIRD photographer/videographer. My first two was severely unresponsive. I was in touch with Okpur from November up until my wedding. I hired Okpur and his team a week before my wedding due to issues with my others. Okpur was super professional, responsive, polite, and his work is OUTSTANDING!!! I sooooo enjoyed having him and his team at my wedding and he made the whole experience easy!!! I regret not hiring him in November - I wouldve had a much less stressful experience. I am so pleased to refer him to anyone and everyone. Not only was his work and his presence amazing - his prices were very reasonable for a wedding in New York! Thank you so much Okpur & Team for making things easy and pleasant for me. I will definitely hire if I ever need services again.

Nia S

1/30/2023

Our wedding album came out beautifully.

Melinda A

10/03/2022

If your looking for a professional yet a wonderful Photographer look No further, Mr Leonard Okpor was an incredible individual that took his job serious. We were more than please to have chosen such a great guy with an exstingush personality. I recommend Leopard Okpor to capture your special moments. Sign Maid of Honor, Melinda

Nadira P

8/21/2022

Leonard is an amazing photographer, he was so welcoming and it’s was comfortable working with him. Leonard helped my now Husband and I pose and made sure we had the shots we wanted and more. Our Wedding Photos all came out amazing and we are so happy with them. I definitely recommend him. Leonard also brought a great team with him and provided a awesome videographer who gave us a beautiful wedding video. Kind and fun to work with.

Kassandra N

7/18/2022

We had our wedding 3 weeks ago and we received our pictures from Leo about a week ago. We cannot begin to describe how grateful we are to have found him and his crew. They literally captured every moment of our wedding, from the main moments to the smallest details. He really did not miss a single thing. Leo also photographed our engagement pictures and I was so thrilled with the outcome. I love that he’s not in a rush during your moments, he really goes outside of the box to make the moments picture worthy. He will go the extra mile. We really wanted our dogs captured in our engagement pictures and they are extremely hyper. He managed to work with them and got many beautiful shots of my dogs individually. Throughout the months anticipating the wedding he kept in touch to make sure he was getting all the details of the planning to be prepared for your day. Leo shared the excitement of the event with you and honestly it makes you really look forward to your day even more. Leo already knows he is stuck with us for life in all events we will plan in the future ! I would recommend him in a heart beat !

natalie s

6/02/2022

Absolutely the best, nicest photographer. All our guests loved him and he was very patient. He was great!

Y A

5/18/2022

Leonard is a great photographer and was a joyful presence to have at our wedding. He made us feel comfortable and excited while taking the photos, all of which turned out amazing. Leonard was able to capture beautiful moments during the event and I would recommend his services if you're looking for a photographer for any occasion.

Leidy G

11/29/2021

Leonardo has been the MOST patient and understanding photographer I have ever met. Within the short time limit he took lots of wonderful pictures that I will forever cherish and save. I got married during the pandemic and therefore couldn’t have taken photos how I wanted with my wedding dress and Thanks to Leonardo this year he made it possible in a short amount of time. Thank you so muchhhh Leonardo, I truly am grateful,

Kevin & Valentina L

9/24/2021

We were lucky to find Leonard Okpor to photograph our wedding. From our initial conversations, Leonard listened to our requests and our vision for our wedding. We asked him to take lots of candid pictures and to capture the essence of our friends and family during our ceremony and reception. He was prompt to provide a contract outlining the services and asking great questions about our event and ensuring he understood our vision. Leonard came to our venue on time to familiarize himself with the venue and to find great spots to take our pictures. Leonard has a great personality. He is friendly and funny and all of our guests loved his ability to immerse himself in the event and capture our special day. I wish we had more time to take more pictures. We had a great day with him and we were so happy we had found him. Leonard stayed for the length of time that we had agreed upon. On top of the great photography services he provided, Leonard surprised us by delivering the professional pictures in less than a week after our wedding! Wow. We were so happy to get the pictures back so quickly. And of course, we love the final result. Thank you so much Leonard for being a part of our special day. We would absolutely recommend Leonard to any couple looking for a committed professional photographer who provides great services for a more than reasonable price

Noah Y

9/13/2021

The photographer was early to the venue (I was there from 11AM setting up, and appreciated him there to walk through the program), was kind, courteous, professional, and had ideas about what we could do to get the best photos. For four hours we received over 500 shots that really captured the spirit of our wedding.

Alana M

8/02/2021

Honestly when it comes to taking photos i have never seen an individual who can coordinate a session and takes such great photos that almost needs to retouching. He was on time, he worked with us and even offered to help outside his work delegation, he felt more like a family and gave an authentic experience. His cost are reasonable and he is always willing to work out a package with you. I highly recommend him and hope you also give him a try.

Oila N

7/15/2021

Leonard Okpor is such a fun Artist to work with, as a photographer he connected with us personally and did such an amazing Job of creating beautiful images. His works stand out in details, texture, light, storytelling and more. He is a great photographer and highly recommended to anyone who wants the best. He gives far more for what he charges and you will feel really comfortable around him. Visit his website to see for yourself

response 08/02/2021

Thank you so much, you made it easy and actually welcome me in the best way. I hope we mee...

t soon again with more great news from you both

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