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Paul Saunders
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Quality. Service. Value. We have had the pleasure of working for hundreds of couples throughout New York and New England. We enjoy working hard and documenting each wedding in a real and authentic way. Classy and elegant with an emphasis on beautiful couple pictures.
We have hourly coverage that won’t break the bank and a variety of packages flexible to suit whatever content couples may need. Couples receive all their edited pictures on flash drives and online viewing for at least five years. Albums are always available if needed a la carte.
Our style and approach centers on respect for each couple and their personalities, gentle humor, and letting moments play out naturally as they happen throughout a wedding. We will capture each wedding story in a classy and authentic way. Creating pictures that are elegant, natural-looking, and beautiful. Aside from all the must-get family groups and couple pictures, we like to be low-key and avoid interrupting and getting in the way. We work hard to make the experience stress-free and enjoyable for all couples (and their families) by being kind, easy-going, and friendly to work with.
Paul Saunders Photography likes to keep everything simple. Our job is to be prepared, work hard, and help make your experience worry-free.
Various services available
• Additional hours as needed
• Online viewing included with any coverage for at least five years
• Engagement session a la carte
• High-resolution images on multiple flash drives
• Business liability insurance (COI for $2 million) issued for any venue as needed
• Multiple locations
• One event per day
• Second shooter option as needed
Extras and a la carte options
• Leather wedding and parent albums
• Framed canvas
• Flush mounted coffee-table designer albums
• Enlargements, canvas wraps, framed pictures
• Upscale thank you cards
Areas Covered
Paul Saunders Wedding Photography covers weddings in upstate New York and throughout New England including:
• The Catskills region
• Albany, Schenectady, Troy
• Saratoga Springs
• Lake George
• The Adirondacks
• Lake Placid
• Syracuse
• Rochester & Buffalo
• The Finger Lakes region
• Boston & Cape Cod
• The Berkshires
• Springfield, Worcester, Sturbridge (MA)
• Burlington and all Vermont
Asian-owned, Black-owned, Hispanic or Latinx-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, Native American-owned, Veteran-owned and Woman-owned Business
26+ years in business
Speaks English
Details
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits
Engagement
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Online Proofing
Photo
Printed Enlargements
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Vintage
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Wedding
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Paul Saunders
Owner
Brilliant quality. Exceptional service. Outstanding value. We’ve had the pleasure of working for hundreds of couples throughout upstate New York, Vermont and Massachusetts. We love working hard and documenting each wedding in a real and authentic way. Classy and elegant with an emphasis on beautiful couple pictures. Your job is to enjoy your day, our job is to make you delighted.
Please feel welcome to reach out as we would love the opportunity to learn more about your wedding and plans for your day. You will always get a timely email reply within 24 hours to any inquiry.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0834 reviews
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Paul Saunders Photography receives high praise for their exceptional service and beautiful wedding photos. Reviewers frequently mention the responsiveness, professionalism, flexibility, and talent of photographers like Paul, Kristy, Matt, and Alicia, as well as the helpfulness and support provided by experts like Veronica, Danielle, and Lana. Couples appreciate the affordable pricing, clear communication, and diverse package options offered by the studio, along with the efficient delivery of stunning, candid, and memorable wedding photo collections. Staff members like Sandra, Lana, and Rebecca are commended for their kindness, skill, and ability to capture meaningful moments with ease, making the overall photography experience joyful and stress-free for couples of all ages and preferences.Review photos
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Ronda D
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5.0
7/03/2024
I had the pleasure of working with Paul as our wedding photographer, and I must say that he exceeded all expectations. From the very beginning, Paul was incredibly accommodating an...
d took charge of coordinating the photo shoots and events for our special day. He displayed excellent organizational skills and made sure everything ran smoothly.
Not only did Paul capture beautiful moments throughout the day, but he also went above and beyond his role as a photographer. He took it upon himself to hold onto important items, ensuring that nothing was misplaced or forgotten. He also choreographed the pre-ceremony and reception, making sure that everything flowed seamlessly.
Paul's professionalism and attention to detail were truly remarkable. He made us feel at ease and comfortable, which resulted in stunning photographs. He was not only amazing with my husband and me but also with our guests. He interacted with everyone in a friendly and approachable manner, making the photography experience enjoyable for all.
I cannot imagine having anyone else by our side on our special day. Paul's dedication, talent, and exceptional service made our wedding day complete. I highly recommend Paul as a photographer for any event. He will not only capture beautiful moments but also go above and beyond to ensure your day is unforgettable. 5 stars is not enough for Paul.
Leanne P
5.0
2/11/2026
Paul was the most responsive vendor out of all of our wedding vendors and we really appreciated that. Sandra was our photographer and so lovely to work with. She was kind, thoughtf...
ul and very flexible. And on top of that her photos are gorgeous!!
Any questions?
Austin S
5.0
2/08/2026
You will not find a better photographer to work with for your wedding than Paul and Kristy! Paul has many different plans that are super flexible and accommodating to any budget. H...
e had great communication with us throughout the entire process and even went above and beyond to recommend other wedding vendors to us (which helped us find our DJ)! Kristy was our photographer on the actual day and she was also fantastic! She was a super organized, calm presence on the actual day, and our photos came out amazing! I can’t recommend them enough!
Benjamin S
5.0
2/08/2026
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Paul Saunders and his assistant, Veronica, and could not be happier with our wedding photos.
From start to finish, Paul was thoughtfu...
l, professional, and incredibly talented. The photos are truly beautiful and captured so many meaningful moments and small details that allowed us to fully relive our day.
Veronica was also fantastic to work with! She was incredibly supportive and attentive throughout the day. Months later, our guests are still talking about how amazing she was and how much she captured throughout the wedding.
Together, Paul and Veronica made us feel well taken care of, and that truly shows in the photos. We are so grateful for the care, time, and artistry they put into capturing our wedding and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for timeless, heartfelt wedding photography.
Bridgit R
5.0
2/02/2026
Paul and his team were a dream to work with. Paul was so helpful, thorough, and responsive during the planning process. He was there every step of the way to answer any questions w...
e had. Danielle was our photographer the day of our wedding and she was truly the best. She was professional, flexible, and so easy to work with. She made us feel so comfortable the entire day. We had two young flower girls and a ring bearer and she was great with them. Our families still talk about how great they all thought she was. We are so happy with the quality and value of our photos.
Ashley P
5.0
2/02/2026
Paul Saunders Photography was great to work with! Matt was our primary photographer, he was friendly, caught all the right moments and super easy to work with! Highly recommend
Scott R
5.0
1/27/2026
I highly recommend Paul Saunders Photography. Alicia took our photos and was incredibly professional, really listening to everything I wanted. Paul was always quick to respond and ...
answered all of our questions thoroughly and professionally. We absolutely loved how the photos turned out and are so happy we chose to work with him.
Melanie S
5.0
1/22/2026
Photos? 10/10. Communication? 10/10. Interpersonal skills? 10/10!!!! Paul was simply incredible! We LOVED his work and style so much, and he definitely matched the photos with our ...
overall wedding vibe. He was by far our favorite vendor to work with (and our families/wedding party said the same)! He truly brought so much fun, compassion, creativity, and professionalism to our wedding. Not to mention he kept my husband and I laughing throughout the day. Obsessed with Paul. Thank you again!
Olivia S
5.0
1/09/2026
Paul did an amazing job on our wedding, I truly cannot understate how much joy he brought to our already joyful day. He was extremely prompt with all planning information, and on t...
he day, he had an amazing gift for getting people to smile and laugh naturally. If you're looking for candid photos of joy, dancing, and love - Paul is the right photographer for you. He listened to all of our requests for photo locations, and worked extremely quickly. He also offered a helping hand to anyone who needed it day of.
We got about 1600 photos back from Paul and they span getting ready through our first set of our band. Truly everything we wanted and more - and the pricing felt reasonable and accessible to a couple trying to be budget minded.
Delivery of photos took about 3 months, and Paul gave a very accurate timeline post wedding, so we knew when they'd arrive. Just overall a 10/10 experience.
Becky B
5.0
12/31/2025
Paul Saunders Photography is the absolute best, especially for the reasonable / affordable pricing! My husband and I consider ourselves so lucky to have had Lana photograph our wed...
ding. We are very awkward and camera shy, but Lana's sweet and bubbly personality immediately put us at ease. By the end of the day we were even feeling confident in front of the camera. She taught us how to pose and told us step by step how to get the best photos without making it feel performative or taking away from the real moment. As a result we got gorgeous photos back that captured our day and our relationship perfectly. Every person at our micro-wedding raved about how kind and professional she was.
I loved the fact that Paul Saunders Photography offered many different packages. We chose the wedding by the hour (WBTH) option, and chose the 8 hour coverage. I appreciated the flexibility to choose coverage that best fit our day, and pick and choose add ons (i.e. photo albums, wrapped canvases, enlarged prints, etc.) that we actually wanted.
Paul's communication was timely and thorough both leading up to and after our wedding. He generously gifted us a free wrapped canvas of a photo of our choosing when he sent our previews.
I highly recommend Paul Saunders Photography. They truly are the best photography team I've ever worked with.
Maggie H
5.0
12/16/2025
Paul was so amazing to work with. He was so professional and made the day so much fun. We received so many amazing photos it was hard to choose what to hang up in our home!
Maria H
5.0
12/14/2025
The process of booking the photographer was made easy and Paul is awesome to work with. He communicated well and kept us up to date for the whole process. The packages themselves a...
re a great price and give a lot for the event. Michele as well was amazing. She was professional and able to let us know what she wanted for the photos. The whole experience was great and we really enjoyed working with both of them. We also saw the photos and they are beautiful. Every single one we have seen brings the event back to life and we love all of them. Thank you both for making our experience so special.
Rochelle D
5.0
12/13/2025
Paul was the photographer for my husband and my wedding and we absolutely loved having him as part of our team. He was attentive, energetic, made the experience and he knew where w...
e were at all times. The pictures came out beautifully and there were so many to select from. He knew exactly where to place us to get the best lighting for the best pictures. I would definitely recommend Paul Saunders photography.
Brittany I
5.0
12/04/2025
Before even booking with him, Paul is very pleasant and responsive! I liked that he provides so much information and states options clearly. Sandra ended up being our photographer ...
and she was a dream to work with. I think that I have really great wedding photos (better than many of my friends) because she provided great direction, suggestions, and guidance. Paul and Sandra are professional and prepared. While I was getting into my wedding dress, Sandra arranged a beautiful shot of our rings, jewelry, shoes, and invitation. She continued to capture small details from our day, like the cake topper and favors given to guests. My husband has four siblings and many nieces and nephews and Sandra rounded up everyone and made sure to get a family photo. My wedding was in 2023 and Paul remains a pleasure to work with (my husband and I took our time selecting photos to say the least). The photo albums for our parents are so nice and Paul helped to get them to us in time for Christmas. I will continue to recommend Paul to friends, especially because I believe we received an incredible value for the money we paid.
Silvana J
5.0
10/29/2025
Lana was our wedding photographer, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience working with her! She was the perfect mix of professional, sweet, and fun, which made taking photo...
s feel natural and easy. Lana was responsive, enthusiastic, and clearly passionate about her work. We didn’t have many specific requests for poses or shots, but she guided us effortlessly using her creativity and expertise. It’s obvious that she truly loves what she does… and she’s incredibly talented at it.
Our wedding was about a month ago, and while we haven’t received the full gallery yet, she sent us a beautiful preview within the first week, which really impressed us. Based on those photos, we already know the rest are going to turn out incredible. We would absolutely recommend Lana to anyone looking for a wedding photographer who’s not only skilled but also a joy to work with!
Elizabeth V
5.0
10/20/2025
Paul was an excellent photographer!! He made sure that we stayed on my schedule, listened to when I wanted to add different photos day of, and got some very cute candids. He never ...
pressured me to do a first look and made sure my day was extra special. Thank you!!
John Paul D
5.0
10/17/2025
Paul and his team were amazing to work with. We had Sandra for our wedding day and she was amazing! She knew everyone in the bridal party after 1 call. And really helped make the p...
ictures shine! The finished pictures turned out even better! We highly recommend both of them!
Lauren D
5.0
10/10/2025
Paul and Sandra are both so wonderful, and helped make our wedding day SO perfect. From the photos we have seen so far, they are absolutely gorgeous and we will treasure them forev...
er. Thank you so much!!
Maureen B
5.0
10/02/2025
My husband and I had Rebecca Schor with Paul Saunders Photography for our wedding this fall. I cannot say enough great things about Rebecca (and Paul)! Paul communicated so well as...
our big day got closer, always helpful and promptly answering our questions. Once Rebecca was assigned our big day and we knew she'd be working with us, we quickly learned that she was just as fantastic. Rebecca took time during a pre-wedding day virtual meeting to go over our vision for our day and helped answer all of our questions! Rebecca was on time, professional, kind and polite. Beyond all of that, she is incredibly talented! Her pictures of our special day have come out so beautifully. We couldn't have asked for better photos to capture our most perfect day. Highly, highly, highly recommend Rebecca/Paul Saunders Photography!
Megan M
5.0
10/01/2025
Paul is extremely talented and personable. From our very first interaction and phone call with him, we immediately felt at ease and confident in his ability to capture our wedding....
As soon as Paul arrived on site, his energy was contagious. He is so easy going and was able to manage the range of personalities and ages of our wedding party/guests so easily. He gave us great advice on how to approach the day - to focus on each other and remember to take in all of the small moments. Our guests all raved on how nice and fun he was to work with! Our photos came out absolutely amazing and we are so thankful we chose Paul to be a part of the best day of our lives. We would highly recommend!
Amber H
5.0
9/26/2025
My husband and I found Paul Saunders Photography during a quick google search for photographers in our area, sent an email and never looked back. Our experience with Paul and our p...
hotographer Heather has been nothing short of amazing, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone who needs a photographer for their special day. Prior to our wedding, Paul was both incredibly responsive to our questions and helpful. Talking on the phone with him was a pleasure and he made sure to ease our minds with any stresses we had. During our wedding, guests (and us included) raved about Heather. The calm, kind demeanor she brought and her incredible personality really made the day so much more special. We are so over the moon, and can’t express enough how wonderful this experience has been and how incredibly grateful we are! Thank you so much Paul and Heather!
Nicole W
5.0
9/21/2025
I had Sandra for my September 6, 2025 wedding and she was absolutely amazing! She made everything look so good and made it so easy on my part. She had everything handled and made s...
ure the pictures looked great. Highly recommend Paul & Sandra for your upcoming wedding!
Thank you to you both for an amazing experience and hope to work with you both in the future for other photo shoots ❤️
Katie T
5.0
9/16/2025
My husband and I are so happy that we chose Paul Saunders photography for our wedding! From the very beginning, Paul was so easy to work with. He was communicative, organized and t...
ransparent. I knew exactly what our timeline for planning was and the price breakdown was easy to understand. On the day of the wedding, Geoff was our photographer and he did an incredible job capturing our day. My husband and I asked for a lot of authentic candid photos that would help us relive the day, and we could not be more happy with the result! Geoff understood our vision for the day, and the photos speak for themselves.
I truly cannot say enough good things about this photographer. If you are looking to truly capture the essence and energy of your wedding day, and work with talented and communicative photographers, Paul Saunders is the vendor to book!
Allison Q
5.0
9/13/2025
There are few decisions in my life that I have been as sure of as I was when I hired Paul for our wedding. What I wanted more than anything on my wedding day was to have fun and be...
as stress-free as possible, and Paul made that happen for us. I didn’t have to make any decisions day-of. Paul knew exactly what to do and he completely took charge and made it happen. He communicated exactly where he would be prior to the ceremony and when, and he got a lot of the pictures out of the way before the ceremony so it wouldn’t take up too much time afterwards (we didn’t do a first look). During the pictures after the ceremony, he got every combination of family, siblings, parents, wedding party, bridesmaids, and groomsmen that you can imagine. During the reception, he took any photo with any group we requested, and he even suggested that we get a picture with all the alumni from the college my husband and I went to. When we wanted him to be there, he was right there; and the rest of the time, he was invisible! During the ceremony, the first dance, the speeches, he was there constantly, taking photos the whole time, without getting in the way or distracting us from being in the moment. He was extremely personable, he remembered everybody’s names, and he even very tactfully dealt with my husband’s very overbearing grandmother who wanted to stand in front of him and take pictures on her phone. He was amazing and everyone loved him! When we got our photos back, my husband and I both spent hours upon hours looking through all the photos and selecting our favorites. The photos are so beautiful, and I just can’t stop looking at them. Paul did a wonderful job of capturing the beauty and the joy of that day, and I am so grateful to him for giving us these memories to look back on forever. Thank you so much Paul!
Patricia G
5.0
9/08/2025
We are a senior couple both getting married a 2nd time. We planned a joyous wedding celebration of our love and from the moment we worked with Paul S. and his teammate Kristy J., i...
t was a fantastic experience. Paul and Kristy were warm, professional , humorous and quickly responsive. We both felt that Paul and Kristy listened to what we wanted and then delivered. We pictured a wedding portfolio that featured us ( and neither of us enjoys getting our photo taken ) and our large blended family ranging in age from great grandparents to a very small infant and several rowdy younger children. We also wanted the portfolio to capture the love we feel for each other and receive from our family and friends who are a blessing in our lives and are literally from all the stages of our lives. Kristy did a spectacular job and captured many beautiful photos outside despite the cold, raw , sometimes rainy day outside and many delightful photos inside. Truly you want to hire Paul S. and his team !
Megan H
5.0
8/08/2025
We cannot recommend Paul Saunders Photography enough! Paul is super responsive, professional, entertaining, and so kind! He really made our wedding day special and the photos could...
not have come out better. He captured every moment from getting ready in the morning through the reception in such a great way. We were able to get a lot of our photos done before cocktail hour so we were able to enjoy that with our family and friends, which we loved. Our guests to this day tell us how kind, social, and friendly Paul was and how it was great he was walking around getting photos of guests. We completely appreciated that! Paul is also very quick in responding to emails and will answer any questions you have. We love going through the photos and re-living the day. Thank you so much for capturing such an important day for us and being a huge part of it! If you are looking for a wedding photographer - look no further!
Alexandra B
5.0
7/30/2025
As one would expect, the photos came out amazing and captured everything and more. But Paul was more than a great photographer. Before the wedding, he took the time to get to know ...
my husband and I, and made us feel like we were his priority. The day of the wedding, he was our biggest supporters. He radiated good energy and all our guests loved him. Thank you Paul!!!!
Adrienne M
5.0
7/28/2025
Paul's personality is incredible! He was very organized and on time, helped ease any worries we had, had a blast with the wedding party and guests and was always just making sure p...
eople were enjoying themselves. Our wedding party is still talking about our amazing photographer weeks after our wedding!
Chelsie C
5.0
7/23/2025
Paul and his photographer Todd did a wonderful job working with us for our wedding and gave us many amazing photos to remember the day with. We picked a preset photo package but th...
ere were also a la carte items and other substitutions we could make if we wanted to, making it worth our money and giving us some breathing room when it came to deciding what we wanted printed afterwards.
For us it was well worth the cost to get the quality photos and professionalism. Paul was communicative about what we needed to provide as well as being extraordinarily well prepared and professional when an emergency arose and he needed to send Todd in his place. Similarly, Todd was professional and lovely to work with and managed to capture our day in a beautiful manner despite a short notice that he would be working with us. Paul also made sure to work with us after the wedding, letting us know when our photos were ready and how to select items for the album. Of the vendors we worked with, Paul and Todd were some of the most professional and best prepared for anything, while still being very easy to work with.
Sidnie F
5.0
7/20/2025
Paul was our photographer for our wedding at The Hiland Park Country Club and he was great!! He is so friendly, super responsive and was funny! He made taking photos easy and fun a...
nd the guests loved him as well! He had great energy throughout the whole day. He also has so many different wedding package options! We highly recommend Paul!
Emily O
5.0
7/15/2025
Paul was fantastic!! Professional, had a plan that included my must haves, and made the day so fun for both me, my husband, and our guests! I highly recommend him and his expertise...
. You will be in good hands!
Brianna S
5.0
7/10/2025
Paul is passionate about what he does. This passion shone through during the wedding day and in the incredible photos he gave us. He was positive, professional, and always had a sm...
ile that was contagious. He had such a command over his profession and gathered many photos in an orderly fashion. He captured little moments that elicited memories and stories from the day from us, our family, and our friends. He was flexible and easy to work with. He took beautiful portraits. We can’t say enough wonderful things about Paul. We are so grateful we had Paul for us on our wedding day. He does amazing work at a very reasonable price. Thank you, Paul
Athena M
5.0
5/22/2025
Paul was so patient with my husband and I’s split families. We had so many “rules” and he followed them all after only being told what we needed once over the phone. He knew everyo...
ne’s names immediately, again only being told over the phone!! Many guests recognized his efficiency, his hilarious personality, and his extremely professional attention to detail. He’s so flexible and made my wedding photos come out STUNNING. His packages are very well priced and I would highly recommend him for all of your photography needs! Guests still mention him almost 6 months after the wedding, he truly was such a pleasure to be around.
Matt
5.0
3/30/2025
I had the pleasure of officiating my sister’s wedding and I’d like to recognize that the wedding photographer for the day/evening, Sandra, was nothing short of phenomenal. While we...
ddings are a time for joy and celebration, they also come with bountiful amounts of stress leading up to the big day and in the hours leading up to the celebration.
I couldn’t help but notice how instrumental of a role Sandra played throughout the day in keeping my sister, her bridesmaids, and my mother calm and on schedule, taking every ounce of pressure off them to give them an unforgettable and immaculate day. Her attention to detail, time management, skillful facilitation and experience with different poses, angles, and shots was simply spectacular. We very much appreciate Paul Saunders, his team, their professionalism and expertise, and the outstanding services they provide. I personally appreciate Sandra for her efforts and the noticeable calming effect it had on my sister and mother on a day when I know their stress levels were elevated.
I truly appreciate the services she provided and I eagerly look forward to seeing how all the photos come out. More importantly, I want to thank her for the noticeable yet under appreciated way she took the stress off my family, who I know would have been significantly more emotionally distressed without her leadership and expertise.
We can not recommend Paul Saunders photography and his team enough for their incredible work. I want to recognize his team and Sandra for making my sister’s big day so immaculate and for their outstanding skills, professionalism, and exceptional service all around. 10/10 would recommend Paul Saunders Photography!
Jamison O
5.0
3/24/2025
Paul was great right from the start! From out first initial phone call getting to know each other and working through the details up to our wedding day. He was so responsive and pr...
ofessional. He offers multiple packages to work with what you actually want on your wedding day. I would highly recommend him. Our guests had a blast with him and our pictures are absolutely stunning. Paul captured our entire day and I am in love with having these memories to look back on.
Steve J
5.0
3/22/2025
Paul photographed our wedding on 11.23.24 and we are so happy we found him! He is a busy man but still finds time to reply as quickly as possible, and delivers on his promises. Bef...
ore our wedding day, we discussed the types of photos we wanted to be taken (who, where, photo trends, etc.). Paul was very kind and helpful, and took great care of us on wedding day! He kept us on schedule to make sure we got the photos we wanted, and he offers different packages to choose from and is very flexible with accommodating the packages to your needs. We are very happy with the results! 😊
Joel
5.0
3/16/2025
It’s easy to assume that a wedding photographer is just there in the background, capturing moments as they happen. Paul immediately set himself apart, showing us from the very firs...
t phone call just how much more a great photographer brings to the experience. Not only did he take a genuine interest in getting to know us, but he also made a point to learn the names of our closest family, bridal party, and dearest friends. That level of care was something we felt from start to finish.
On the day of, we were both feeling the weight of the moment, excited but nervous. Paul put us at ease right away. For me, it was the small but meaningful things, like adjusting my lapel flower or reminding me to look at my wife while reading my vows, making sure those picture-perfect moments weren’t just captured but felt. For my wife, who’s more of an introvert, he made her feel confident and truly at the center of it all. That’s no small feat.
Beyond just us, Paul handled everything with ease, even managing those pushy family members who wanted their own moments in the spotlight. And somehow, he still made it all feel effortless. One of our favorite moments? He worked with our bridal party to pull off a surprise photobomb that was absolutely perfect.
Working with Paul felt less like hiring a vendor and more like reconnecting with an old friend, one who genuinely loves what he does and cares deeply about the people he’s capturing.
Molly M
5.0
3/12/2025
Paul Saunders photography was everything we wanted and more. We were planning our wedding from across the country and Paul made the process easy from start to finish. His communica...
tion was excellent. We went through the multiple packages offered and ultimately ended up choosing one that was slightly altered to our needs. The price is beyond reasonable for the quality and quantity of photos you receive. We also got a package that included thank you cards, a life saver and very quick turn around when you're ready to order. As for the pictures themselves, they were timeless. Exactly what we wanted. We have candids of everyone who was there, which was very important to us, along with a wide variety of highly artistic and beautiful "posed" pictutes. Todd, our photographer, was amazing. He was somehow everywhere snapping away, but never in the way or pushy- unlike a lot of photographers I've noticed at other weddings.
I cannot recommend Paul Saunders photography enough. Paul and Todd helped us with our wedding vision and we have amazing pictures to look back on for many years to come. Don't hesitate to book them- you will not regret it!
Lauren M
5.0
3/03/2025
During the stress of planning a wedding, I was so glad to have Paul Saunders Photography as my photographer. Paul has been an absolute pleasure to work with, he’s professional, per...
sonable and quick to respond to any inquiries I had. I found many wedding vendors to be pushy, but not Paul! I also found that his prices were more affordable, but not for less quality! His photographer Sandra was punctual, kind and took so many incredible shots of our big day! I was impressed with her professionalism and her ability to squeeze in as many pictures as possible to capture the evening. I cannot express how quickly the day flies by, how much you forget in the midst of it all, thank goodness for amazing photographers like these!
Nichole T
5.0
3/02/2025
Booking Paul Saunders Photography was the easiest and best decision we made for our October 19, 2024 wedding day! Seriously, look no further. Paul & his team know the capital regio...
n's venues extremely well through years of experience, ensuring you get the best possible shots at your venue. The proof is quite frankly in the pictures! Heather was our photographer. She was AMAZING! Everywhere and nowhere all day long. She was upbeat, not pushy but in control, and made us feel so comfortable from start to finish. No matter who your photographer is on your day, you are working with Paul the entire time and will get the Paul Saunders full edit and experience. Paul is so communicative, transparent on process, prompt and immensely talented. You absolutely cannot beat his pricing structure & packages; everything you could possibly want to commemorate your day is included in his packages. No hidden fees or tricks. Thank you, Paul and Heather, for capturing our stunning fall wedding!
Taylor A
5.0
2/17/2025
We used Paul's team for our wedding in Sept 2024. Veronica was an amazing shooter to work with, extremely professional and all over our event capturing great moments. We are so hap...
py with our photos that came back and truly appreciate Paul's pricing. Very reasonable compared to other offerings in the area! Thank you Paul and Veronica for capturing our day!
Kay W
5.0
2/16/2025
Paul Saunders was a wonderful choice of photographer for my daughters wedding. He is a professional through and through. You barely notice his presence while he is shooting candid...
photos. He does a beautiful job with family photos and handling everyone's quirks, like my husband always blinks when a photo is taken. Somehow Paul manages to get the shot perfect, despite the subjects not being perfect! The photos were extraordinary, and we had plenty to choose from. I can highly recommend using Paul Saunders Photography.
Sabrina M
5.0
2/08/2025
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Paul from Paul Saunders Photography! From the very first moment he arrived on our wedding day, he wasn’t just our photographer—he was a ...
calming presence, a guiding hand, and an absolute joy to be around.
I was a bundle of nerves while getting ready, but the second Paul walked in, everything changed. He didn’t just take photos—he reassured me, made me laugh, and instantly put me at ease. His experience shines through in every way. He knows exactly how to capture genuine, in-the-moment magic while making everyone feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera.
What amazed us even more was how prepared and thoughtful he was. We had a quick conversation before the wedding, and he not only remembered every detail I mentioned, but also memorized all of our close family and wedding party’s names—down to fun nicknames! That level of attention and personalization made the entire experience feel effortless. His humor and warmth helped us relax, and instead of stressing over photos, we just got to be in the moment and truly enjoy our day.
My husband raved about how much fun Paul made the groomsmen’s photos, effortlessly organizing everyone while keeping things light and easygoing. He has a gift for reading the energy of a room and bringing out the best in everyone, whether it’s guiding a group shot or capturing those intimate, fleeting moments that might otherwise go unnoticed.
When we received our photos, we were absolutely blown away. They are beyond stunning—every glance, every laugh, every little emotion of the day perfectly preserved. It felt like reliving the best day of our lives all over again. I cannot stop looking at them!
Paul is not only an exceptional photographer but also a kind, personable, and incredibly talented artist. Hiring him was one of the best decisions we made, and we are forever grateful for his work. If I could give him more than five stars, I absolutely would! Our families loved him too, and we heard so many compliments from our guests about how great he was to work with. He truly became a part of our special day, and we can’t recommend him enough!
Sabrina and Nick
Dumond A
5.0
1/10/2025
Absolutely outstanding professionalism and communication throughout the entire planning process and of course at the Wedding itself, couldn't be happier we went with Paul for our b...
ig day.
He's both extremely detail-oriented and very polite and pleasant to work with - replying to every email or call the instant he was available, and keeping tabs on all the moving pieces so we didn't have to stress out about any of it.
Our photos were shared with us super quickly after the event, particularly compared to how long it takes other wedding photographers on average - and we're quite happy with the results.
Moreover he provided us with ample options for different price points and packaged deals, which helped us keep things well within our required budget - which was a huge help.
Would happily work with him again for any event photography in the future!
Kaylee H
5.0
12/08/2024
We used Sandra as our photographer for our special day! Paul and Sandra were immediately responsive, professional and flexible. I'm not a big photo girl and never felt photogenic b...
ut Sandra made everything so easy with her direction and suggestions. When things didn't go as planned, she quickly jumped in with solutions. Our first touch didn't go exactly how we originally envisioned since guests started to arrive pretty early and we didn't want them to see us she quickly came up with a backup plan that was even better than our original plan. Sandra also quickly turned into a seamstress when the loop on my dress broke, without hesitation she said "it's okay, we can fix it" something she absolutely did not have to do. Couldn't of been happier with our day and of course the pictures are stunning!
Josh L
5.0
12/06/2024
Paul and his team were amazing! Paul was unavailable for our wedding so we had Sandra do our photography. She was an excellent communicator and extremely quick with her responses. ...
We had asked her a special request to get pictures of me with our cats and she did an amazing job. All little details and requests, she really cared about and knocked it out of the park with. At times it felt like she was guiding us through every step of the day, which helped us be less stressed out.
Both her and Paul were incredibly nice and great to work with. They are also very understanding about budget and are willing to work with you to figure out what the best options are. The pictures are incredible and my wife and I couldn’t be happier !
Lana H
5.0
12/06/2024
We couldn't be happier with Paul! Throughout the planning process he was very receptive to our needs. He captured every special moment of our wedding day beautifully, from the can...
did shots to the intimate portraits. His professionalism and calm presence made us feel at ease, and the final photos exceeded all our expectations. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a talented and reliable photographer!
Lynn T
5.0
11/30/2024
From the first contact and throughout the photo selection process Paul has been prompt and timely with his responses. His detailed guidance has made the whole experience easy and ...
stress free. We were never left guessing on the next steps or what to expect. We had the pleasure of working with Heather on our wedding day and she was the perfect match for our vision. She brought an energy that made the whole day enjoyable both for ourselves as well as our guests. We are very happy with Paul Saunders Photography and recommend without hesitation.
- The Fosters
Jillian G
5.0
11/24/2024
We worked with Paul for our wedding and he was amazing. Everyone was very impressed with his ability to take amazing pictures quickly. He is very funny and charismatic and made eve...
ryone feel very comfortable. My husband and I are so happy with how the pictures came out! Derek, who works with Paul, shot our engagement photos and was great as well. He captured some amazing shots of our nervous dog. I would definitely reccommend Paul Saunders Photography to anyone looking for a photographer for their next event.
Catlin S
5.0
11/24/2024
He recently did our engagement photos. I'm so happy with how they came out. So many amazing shots it's hard to choose my favorite. Alicia did the photo shot and made it so much fun...
and easy to be in frint of the camera. Paul did a great job communicating and giving us tips. He did an awesome job editing and getting them back to us so fast. We are so happy that they are also doing our wedding.
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