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Patken Photographer Inc (www.patkenphotographer.com) established in Lindenhurst, N.Y is a family owned and operated photography studio serving world wide with offices in Long Island and Central Florida On a credit card and a dream Pat and Ken Gordon took a chance that would forever change the course of there lives and many others. Ken had been around weddings and photography his whole life starting as a teenager. He was hooked early on and loved the power of the arts. This led him to study at the famed School of Visual Arts in NY City. Unfortunately Vietnam and starting a family slowed his dream a bit to become a full time wedding and portrait photographer. After several years of letting there dreams sit idle and working for others doing what they had to do rather than what they were meant to do. They decided as a couple it was time for change. The time had come for Pat and Ken to stop dreaming. So in the basement of there Lindenhurst home back in 1985 Patken Wedding Photographer and Video were born. Ken dusted off his old Rolliflex Twin Lens Reflex camera and went for it.
As though he had never stopped the love affair with wedding photography was instantly reignited. Although it wasn't yet full time employment they were having the time of there life. Both Pat and Ken continued working day jobs while trying to manage Patken at night. Although the company was growing, they knew there was only so much they could do as part timers. That's when the light went on for them both which proved to be the turning point in Patken Photographers history. There son Doug Gordon who was a long time assistant for his dad was getting to the later years of High School. It was clear by his effort in school that college was probably not an option. So they made an offer that Doug couldn't refuse. Come help us grow! Work in the studio so that we are open full time, learn to sell, learn to create art rather than just photograph weddings and most importantly share who you are as a person and we will call you partner. At the young age of 16 while still attending High School Doug changed the destiny of Patken forever. For the first time in his life he knew what he was meant to do and loved to do. He was obsessed.To this day he says that it was his first love affair. The ability to create stories, make subjects feel good about themselves and freeze history was beyond exciting to him. " I love the fact that people remember there lives through my eyes, my feelings, my emotions and everything I am" he says. " wanted to be the best and for the first time in my life I was willing to work to get there". That work payed off as Doug Gordon has worked over the last 28 years to become one of the most well known and highly decorated photographers in the world with his crowing moment in 2011 when he was chosen as one of a very select few to ever receive a United Nations Leadership Award for his work as Wedding and Portrait Photographer.
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Business Attributes
- Asian-owned Business
- Black-owned Business
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Boudoir
- Bridal Portraits
- Day After Session
- Engagement
- Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
- Digital Files
- Drone
- Film Photography
- Online Proofing
- Photo
- Printed Enlargements
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Classic
- Documentary
- Dramatic
- Lifestyle
- Modern
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
Awards and Affiliations
Reviews
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We truly cannot say enough amazing things about our wedding photography team! From the very beginning, they were the perfect blend of professionalism and pure fun. Vinnie and Micha...
el brought such incredible energy to our day — they made everything feel effortless and exciting.
They were organized, calm, and completely on top of every detail. One of our favorite moments was when they snuck my husband and I into the speakeasy room at our venue so we could share a quiet moment together. It was such a thoughtful touch, and it perfectly reflects how intentional and attentive they are. They truly think of everything, allowing you to be fully present and not worry about a single thing on your wedding day — they handle it all seamlessly.
They captured every moment with elegance and class. Their talent is undeniable — they are true artists — and we are beyond grateful we chose them to document such a special day in our lives.
Hiring them was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding!
12-05-25
Patken Photography was AMAZING to work with, and it was clear from the first phone call with Doug that our wedding was as special to them as it was to us. Jessie was our wedding ph...
otographer and she did the most incredible job. She was so easy to work with and attentive; she remembered specific photos that I wanted throughout the wedding without me needing to even think about it. She also created such a comfortable environment, and was incredibly accommodating when it came to sharing about shots or pictures I wanted or didn't want. It was clear she and our videographer, Michael, had a great working relationship and worked together often. They both worked together to get the shots and videos they needed and both our photos and video turned out incredible!! We are so, so happy with the end result. We also opted for a photo booth, which our guests loved! Prior to the wedding, we had a complimentary engagement photo shoot, which was a great way to practice for the big day, and get some early shots that we were able to use as save the dates if we wanted. Definitely go with Patken, they are a family business and will definitely make you feel like your wedding is one of their own!
Choosing wedding vendors is a tough decision. Choosing Doug and Patken Photographer was probably the best choice we made.
1st and foremost things were done efficiently. When its y...
our big day the last thing you want to do is spend extended time away from your guests to get in all of the shots you need. Doug and his team made sure we got all the shots my wife wanted while minimizing the amount of time we need to get them all done. Doug and team were fun to work with and had us laughing through most of our engagement with them while ensuring we got the absolute best shots imaginable.
Thanks for taking such great care of us Doug and team!
Patken Photographer did a wonderful job for Our Wedding in October of 2025. They truly have a sense for detail and telling a wonderful story in pictures. Both my wife and I were tr...
uly amazed by the results. I recommend Patken photographer for all your photography needs.
When I tell you I've never felt more comfortable with a photographer, I mean it. Our photog Vinnie was so kind, relaxed, and kept me laughing the entire day that it made taken hour...
s of photos so easy. Not to mention the constant reassurance during the whole day for photos. His direction was so simple and easy to understand and everything felt super natural.
My husband and I still talk about how much we loved working with Doug at Patken Photography. He has such a beautiful vision, an incredible eye for detail, and kept us laughing the ...
entire time. By the end, we not only had stunning photos but also felt like we had made a friend in Doug. We’re so grateful for the memories he captured!
The Patken photography team was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. When first meeting with Doug he made my husband and I feel so comfortable! He was honest and told us what...
we should really and need for the wedding. Our engagement shoot with Kevin was perfect and I couldn’t imagine how much better it can get! The day of the wedding we had Michael as the videographer, Beatrice and Vinnie as the photographers and let me tell you they were absolutely amazing and such a pleasure to work with. They knew exactly what to do, how to position us and get the best shots! I couldn’t have asked for a better team to work with you can just tell through the photos how passionate they are about their work and it truly shows! A big thank you to the Patken team for the most perfect day!
Patken made our wedding day absolutely wonderful! David did such a wonderful job of not only taking photos, but anticipating needs and wants. We did not feel pushed or rushed, but ...
supported and relaxed. My husband expected to be a little annoyed with the photography piece, but he was completely happy to be working with such a wonderful, caring and skilled photographer. Highly recommend!
My fiance and I just had our engagement shoot with David from Patken this past weekend. It was clear to us very early on that he knew what he was doing; he came with numerous posin...
g ideas for us as well as spots within the selected park that would make for great shots. When we mentioned a pose or two we wanted to include he provided amazing cues to make those poses look amazing and it showed in the photos we got back. Extremely excited to see what shots we get on our wedding day.
Working with Patken Photography and specifically Doug Gordon for photography, as well as Michael for videography, was a dream from start to finish! Their professionalism, attention...
to detail and experience in the wedding industry is unmatched. You spend the majority of your day with your photographer/videographer team and they made us feel so comfortable from the start. Doug had us laughing all day and our families and bridal party all loved him!! Obsessed with how our photos came out and can’t stop looking at them daily even 3 months after our wedding. Thank you Doug and the team for amazing work, you made our dreams come true! Would recommend Patken Photography to anyone who wants flawless photos (and to have fun in the process!)
Did our engagement shoot with Beatrice, and we are SO looking forward to having her at our wedding. She made everything so comfortable and fun. My fiancé and I looked incredible th...
anks to her guidance, and the photos came out perfect. We got so many compliments, and I cannot wait to see what she does for the wedding!
I just got married this past Saturday and used Patken as my photographer, per a recommendation from a close friend whose family is in the business. I cannot say enough good things ...
about our experience with Patken, from very first conversations through wedding day. Vinnie and David were our photographers and Mike was our videographer and all were AMAZING. Everything was seamless, especially with both mine and my fiances' big and blended families. Vinnie is an absolute pro at making the whole day go smoothly and making you feel so comfortable through it all. We can't wait to see how our pics and videos turn out! Thank you to the whole Patken team!!
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Patken Photography! Doug took my parents’ wedding photos 30 years ago, so having him capture my wedding felt incredibly special. From star...
t to finish, Doug and his team were professional, warm, and made the whole experience so enjoyable.
The photos came out absolutely beautiful—every moment was captured perfectly, from the big, emotional moments to the little details we didn’t even realize were happening. Doug’s artistry and talent shine through in every single shot. Knowing Patken has been part of our family’s story for generations makes these memories even more meaningful. Thank you, Doug, for preserving such a special day so perfectly!
If you're searching for a wedding photographer who blends professionalism with a personal touch, look no further than Patken Studio. From our initial consultation to the final deli...
very of our stunning photos, the experience was nothing short of exceptional.
The team at Patken Studio was incredibly personable and made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. Their organization and attention to detail were evident from the very beginning, ensuring that everything went smoothly on our big day. They captured every moment with such creativity and care, and their approach made the whole experience a true pleasure.
The final photos were delivery promptly and exceeded our expectations, beautifully documenting the joy and emotion of our wedding day. I can’t recommend Patken Studio highly enough for anyone looking for a photographer who will not only deliver outstanding results but also make the process enjoyable and stress-free.
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Doug and Patken Photography for our wedding and highly recommend this company to anyone interested! We met Doug at a wedding expo in Ta...
mpa and instantly knew we wanted to work with him. Their company is incredibly communicative, their prices are reasonable, and the end products are stunning!
Doug helped capture the best day of our lives, and made it easy to take all the photos needed on a wedding day. Our entire wedding party and family loved him and many have asked for his information for their big day. We plan on using Doug for all major life event photography & can’t thank him enough for all his hard work at our wedding!
I have nothing but praise for Patkin Photography. From our first meeting to the finished product, they held our hand every step of the way. The took the time to address my wife’s c...
oncerns and was able to deliver a fantastic product.
We worked with photographers Vinnie & Kevin. Our videographer was Micheal. These gentlemen were gems. They knew the grounds we secured for pictures and the layout of the venue.
We highly recommend Patkin to everyone. Patkin made us feel like family and for that we thank you- you can’t put a price tag on that!
Doug and the Patken team did my parents wedding more then 30 years ago and I knew this was the only way to go!! He captured all of our best moments and because of Doug and Kenneth,...
we'll get to cherish our big day forever!
My sister used Doug for her wedding. I knew when I got married I had to use Doug for my wedding pictures. I don’t like pictures of myself. So it was either having him do my picture...
s or nothing. Everyone I show my pictures too are amazed at them. To me they are not only just pictures but artistic work. I never got my engagement pictures done, and Soug told me whenever I wanted to get them done that he would do them for me. It’s almost 21 years later. I have recommended so many people to Patken. I highly recommend anyone to use them!!! You will not be disappointed!!!
Sincerely,
The Rivera’s
November 22,2003
I just got married and Doug's team shot all of my big events - my engagement, my shower, and my wedding! I couldn't be happier with the output ... the photos that we've received ha...
ve been absolutely beautiful. What I loved most about working with the Patken team is that everything was efficient...my husband and I come from big families / friend groups, and they covered so much ground without dragging out photo sessions so we can get back to what really mattered at our events...celebrating! From our initial booking to getting our photos back, Doug and his team have been incredible to work with and have truly listened to what I like and dislike to be sure the end result was tailored to my taste. I firmly believe you can show them anything as examples and they can mold the output to match it, all while maintaining the utmost quality, style, and professionalism Patken has become known for. I couldn't recommend this team more!
Thank you Doug, Cindy, Beatrice, Michael and the rest of the Patken family. Our wedding was incredible thanks to you guys! You guys made it so easy and fun to take pictures and vid...
eos. Thank you for all of the attention and we’re so excited to see the results! We’re so excited to continue working with you in the future for more events! ♥️
I found Doug at a Wedding expo. My big selling point was being able to have a photographer that has done diverse couples/families for weddings. My husband and I never seem to be ab...
le to get photos since our skin tones are so different and our wedding was going to have a wide array of skin toes so we needed a person who would be able to handle that. Doug went above and beyond our wildest dreams! While I love having my picture taken my husband is a bit more shy but Doug made it so fun! He is patient, absolutely hilarious, for a lack of better word; perfect.
His attention to detail is absolutely amazing! All of my guests came up and told me how amazing he was and so did my wedding coordinator for my venue. He was able to to both photo and video for us, and hen I say you could see him running around everywhere I mean it!
As a event coordinator myself I found having him onsite truly gave us a peace of mind and we where able really able to enjoy our day.
Doug and his team were amazing right from the beginning. Sean and I are not picture people, but Doug knew exactly how to put us at ease. He knew when to use humor but always rema...
ined professional. When we received our pictures (which were so quick) we loved them, finding it hard to choose our favorites. Having beautiful memories in print from Patken Photography is priceless.
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Doug and the entire Patken Photographer team for our Wedding, and we couldn't be happier with our experience. From the moment we reache...
d out, Doug and his team were incredibly accommodating and friendly, making the entire process smooth and stress-free.
We were absolutely stunned when we received our photos and video—they were breathtaking! Every emotion, every detail, was beautifully preserved, allowing us to relive our wedding day over and over again.
Me & my husband got married on 12-3-23 what a fairytale, we couldn't of asked for a more better crew to make this happen for us. We had vinny, nick & Bea which rocked completely. I...
t was raining and couldn't to our fake snow out of the church so we did it at at the reception at night time it came out so beautiful. Doug handled all of it from front to end. A Christmas wonderland. The entire team was so personable made me so calm even during the most chaos moments throughout the day. i had a bridal party of 30 plus people and family, makeup crew, hair crew so imagine how they handled that many people. 5 PLUS stars for this photographer vendors. i recently found out that my husband's grandmother used them when she got married in the 80s so very sentimental to us. PLEASE USE THEM!!!!
WITH LOVE EVANGELIA & DOMINICK RIFICE
Our photographer Kevin and videographer Michael were kind, efficient and absolute pros!! We loved working with them! They made everything go super smoothly. I will happily recommen...
d them to my friends and family.
From the first call with Doug to the engagement photoshoot to the big day the Patken team was there for us every step of the way. Cindi was great and always there to answer any que...
stions we had. We were fortunate enough to work with Sabrina for our engagement shoot and for our big day. Kevin worked on our montage and did an amazing job! He created our video quickly and made any requested adjustments the same day. John was our videographer and was great to work with on the big day. I cannot say enough about how amazing it was to work with Sabrina, she not only did a great job as a photographer, but was there to help with anything we needed, including my dress with an enormous train and what seemed like a thousand buttons. Anytime I needed help she was there in a second. She made us feel super comfortable and was there to support us the entire day. Our experience with the Patken team was great and I would say if you want a stress free wedding day go with them because they will be there to support you 100%. They are also available at any time you reach out. Whenever I reached out, I got a response almost immediately. Thank you to the entire team!!
David our photographer was amazing!!! He truly went above and beyond to make the whole experience of mine and my husband's wedding seamless and fun. He works with us being that it ...
was raining to ensure that we got the best pictures possible and to make it as easy as it could be with the changes due to the weather. He also tried to make the timing of certain photos appropriate for us so that we can enjoy our wedding and also get the pictures we wanted. If I could give him more than five stars I would! Nick was our videographer and the perfect fly on the wall. He made himself available to us but also captured so many great moments without feeling like he was even there which made us feel more natural and more loose. We are truly grateful for that since my husband and I aren't used to having that sort of attention on us especially constant videoing. He also was super supportive and helpful every step of the way even standing out in the rain to capture me leaving my limo to come to the church for the ceremony. Both Nick and David were excellent and I could not say enough to describe how lucky my husband and I are to have had them capture our wedding! Patken is fantastic! We would recommend them again and again to capture everyone's special moments!!!
If you’re looking for a photographer for any occasion…especially a wedding…look no further. Patken never disappoints. Their attention to detail is impeccable. Their photographers ...
are first class and completely professional and very artistic. My photos came out phenomenal. I am over the moon happy ! Call them you will be ecstatic with the results !
Doug and David did such an incredible job with our wedding!! Doug was always available to speak with and ask any and all questions; he made the entire process so easy. David also d...
id our engagement shoot and we loved working with him!! Michael, our videographer, was also incredible. The 3 of them worked seamlessly at our wedding and made us laugh and feel so comfortable the entire time. Thank you all so much!!
We used Patken for our wedding in January. Doug was excellent with coordination and made it so easy. We had Vinnie as our photographer who was amazing! Our photos came out so beaut...
iful and timeless. We had a variety of options, poses & ideas that gave us such a selection to choose from!! Micheal was our videographer who has incredible editing skills. Our wedding film came out incredible. Overall these two made this process of our wedding so simple and easy. They were friendly and funny as well as punctual and organized. Thank you Patken for being such an incredible vendor!!!
I want to give the biggest shout out to Sabrina she was absolutely amazing in every way possible. We had a big bridal party and she made it looks easy thank you so much for making ...
our wedding day the best ever and capturing every moment possible. Patken is highly recommended
Fantastic! We would like to thank Patken Photography for making our wedding day so special. Our photographer, Vinnie, and videographer, Michael, were not only professional, but als...
o entertaining, easy to work with, and went beyond our expectation. All around excellent in every way. Highly recommend!
Doug was so helpful booking everything for our special day! We had the absolute pleasure working with Sabrina and I can’t rave about her enough! She answered every question I had a...
nd made it a point to get the shots that mattered the most to me. Sabrina made me and my husband feel comfortable through out the whole process! You won’t regret working with Sabrina!!
Sabrina, Doug , Mike and everyone at Patken were so amazing to work with for our wedding! We were originally booked during COVID and they helped us navigate rescheduling 4 wedding ...
dates until we finally had our celebrating in June 2022! Sabrina was amazing from our first phone call, on our wedding day and through the process of editing and photo album selections! She made us feel comfortable and made the photo to taking experience on our wedding day fun! We are so grateful for how she captured our love and we will have those memories forever! We highly recommend them! Thanks Patken!
Sabrina was so easy to work with. We first met her at our Getting To Know You Session and she immediately made us feel at ease and comfortable. We knew we wanted her to photograph...
our Wedding. She did not disappoint!! We highly recommend her for her professionalism and her dedication to making couples feel extra special on their important day.
Nothing but the best things to say about Sabrina from Patken. We used her for both our engagement shoot and wedding day. On our wedding day we opted for a second photographer and h...
ad Beatrice as well. Both girls were professional, friendly, and made me and my husband feel completely comfortable. Sabrina listened to what we gravitated towards style wise, and didn’t push us to do anything that we felt uncomfortable in. So thankful for them both, and would definitely recommend to any brides in the future!!
Today, our wedding album came in and it's fantastic! The black formatting made it look dramatically romantic. Doug understood our vision from the beginning!
We got married this April and I can’t speak highly enough of Sabrina at Patken. I would recommend her to anyone searching for a wedding or engagement photographer. From our very fi...
rst meeting she took so much time to not only take some practice photos of us, but also to explain her process and little tips and tricks for the big day (all before we were even booked with her officially!) Leading up to the wedding she continued to talk through details with me as often as I wanted and was always so prompt in answering questions. It’s so helpful to have someone who had obviously been through it a bunch to provide us with direction and guidance through the entire planning process. On our actual wedding day Sabrina took away all my stress! From the moment she showed up I stopped worrying about how everything would fall into place. She was organized, attentive and thoughtful. I got several compliments from my family and bridal party about how smooth everything went and how grateful they were to get all photos done fast enough to enjoy cocktail party! Sabrina was the best I could have asked for! She’s the main reason our day went so smoothly, we got every single shot we needed, and had so much fun doing it!
Sabrina is an exceptionally talented photographer. From the moment we met her for our engagement photos, we loved her personality! I can’t find enough good things to say and I coul...
dn’t thank her enough. She truly made the wedding experience for us so much easier with all she had to offer. She was able to get all the photos I requested and every photo was executed amazingly. All of our photos came out perfect! She was fun and easy to work with and she was very commandeering. I would recommend Sabrina to photograph anyones event! 10/10
Patken is absolutely amazing! Our photographers and videographer reached out to us before to discuss our expectations and go over the flow of the day. They took our vision and made...
it come to life. They were a great addition to our party with their big energy. They got us our video and picture fast and worked with us on our album. They were easy and great to work with!
Patken was incredible to work with!! Doug made sure we got a good price and was very involved. Sabrina was our photographer and she was amazing!! We had kids in our bridal party a...
nd she worked great with them!! We have a 9 year old and she went above and beyond to make her feel special as well. Our guests also commented how great she was. She took every photo I asked for and even tho it rained she made sure we got outside for some photos!
Doug was AMAZING! He was very punctual. We had all our photos done before our trolley came to take us to the reception! He advocated for me at the reception and served as a great a...
nnouncer, too!
We had a great experience with Patken before and on our wedding day! Sabrina and Michael were a pleasure to work with and made sure we fit in all the shots on our timeline. Communi...
cation was super easy and I never waited long for a response. Happy that they were a recommended vendor since a close family member already used Patken for all of their parties and events! Would highly recommend!
Mr. Doug blessed our family with being a part of our wedding day and Wedding Wish. He is very professional, knowledgeable, kind, and patient with everyone to get the perfect shots ...
and moments. Thank you for everything. We highly recommend Patkens Photography!!!!!!
Wow, I cannot express how amazing Patken has been through this entire process! They were professional and organized yet fun, creative, and all around rockstars! We are absolutely t...
hrilled with these memories that they captured for us at our wedding!
Words cannot express just how good Patken Photography is. From start to finish, the process with them was seamless and so easy. Do NOT go anywhere else.
First, Doug is a fantastic...
owner. He is easy to talk with, works with you on what you need, makes adjustments as needed, is always open to suggestions and is overall, just one of the kindest men you will meet. Doug treats every customer like they are family.
Cindy is the best. She keeps you posted on when payments are due but doesn't hound you. She is flexible and helps make sure you have what you need. She confirms appointments and double checks everything with a smile on her face the whole time. She is one of the most professional individuals my wife and I have ever come across.
And our photographer, Vinnie? Amazing. He is beyond a pro. Words cannot express how lucky we are to have had him. He is the best. It was like a close family member taking photos. We had two days full of festivities and he was on point the whole time. Always knew what to do, was talking with us the whole time, was placing us in the right spots and just lives his job. In all the right ways. Vinnie is perfect. You cannot find someone who is better than Vinnie, I promise.
The video team is amazing as well. They blend in and are so fun. All three of them make an effort to work side by side with Vinnie and make the experience perfect. They are some of the kindest people you will come across.
Overall, go with Patken. You literally cannot find a better company. You can try but you won't succeed. You will love going with Patken and won't regret a single second of it.
Doug and Kevin were my photographer and videographer. Doug had done our engagement shoot and he was hysterical. Made sure we smiled and laughed the entire shoot. Kept it moving! Bo...
th Kevin and Doug were personable with the timeline and our shot list in mind kept people on their toes to get the shots we wanted. Gorgeous!
Patken Photographer is the absolute best! We have used Patken for our engagement pictures, wedding pictures, maternity pictures, and our newborn pictures. Sabrina is an amazing pho...
tographer! She goes above and beyond to make sure she gets the perfect shot! She is dedicated to her work and ensures your vision comes to light. I highly recommend using Patken Photographer for any event!
Patken photography is the best and I will continue to use them and recommend them for any future events. Doug has been so personal with us since our first phone call and made us fe...
el so comfortable immediately. Fortunately , we were randomly assigned Sabrina for our engagement shoot and we loved her since that day. She was soo funny, personable, and relatable, yet professional and educated in the art world. We had full confidence in her after seeing our photos and personally requested her to shoot our wedding. She was there early and blew us away with her talents even more than we expected. Our videographers were amazing as well. We worked with Michael and Nick who captured every moment of our special day and tailored the video to our special requests. So very pleased with Patken and the whole crew!
Patken Photographer was absolutely amazing! Our photographer Sabrina and videographer Mike really made our big day fun, and stress free! What an amazing team!
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