Sally Carpenter Photography

Refined Documentary Wedding Photography

Woodstock, VT

Vermont, New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, California

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5.0

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Seasoned with weddings

Capturing memories

Sally exceeded every expectation we had for our wedding photos! From our initial conversations through the wedding day, Sally was so organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in capturing our day.. The photos we’ve received so far are absolutely stunning and perfectly reflect the emotions, details, and joy of our celebration! Sally and Max made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, captured countless candid moments, and managed to be everywhere at once without ever being intrusive. We are so grateful to have these beautiful memories preserved and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and professional photographer! Sally also does this amazing idea where she brings a point-and-shoot camera to give to a younger guest to capture fun moments on the dance floor!

Mikaela F.

5.0

Words do not exist to describe how much we loved working with Sally. She was very easy to work with and is extremely talented. Sally’s attention to detail resulted in the most incredible photos that we will have forever. In addition, her high quality photos were returned to us pretty quickly. Months after getting married, our friends and family continue to talk about her work and talent. We cannot recommend her enough to help document your special day.

G C.

5.0

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I’m a passionate wedding and elopement photographer who believes the most meaningful images come from real moments, captured with intention, style, and heart. With a background in fashion photography, I bring a refined, editorial eye to documentary storytelling—creating photographs that feel effortless, elegant, and deeply emotional. My team and I consider ourselves friends with cameras. We’re right there in the action—laughing, moving, and celebrating alongside you—never standing on the outside looking in. By being fully present, we create an environment where you can relax, be yourselves, and stay connected, allowing genuine emotion to unfold naturally. Our approach blends authenticity with artistry. From quiet, intimate exchanges to the energy of the dance floor, we document your day as it truly happens, while paying close attention to the details, light, and composition that elevate each image. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a beautifully curated celebration, we treat every wedding as a bespoke experience. I’d love to connect and hear more about you, your vision, and what you’re dreaming up for your day. Together, we’ll create a custom wedding collection that not only exceeds expectations, but preserves your story with sophistication, warmth, and timeless beauty.

Woman-owned Business

25+ years in business

Speaks English, German, Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

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Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Photo Shoot Types

Bridal Portraits

Day After Session

Engagement

Trash The Dress

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Drone

Photo

Printed Enlargements

Printed Proofs

Second Shooter Available

Social Media Sharing

Wedding Albums

Photo & Video Styles

Artistic

Classic

Documentary

Dramatic

Lifestyle

Modern

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

Awards and Affiliations

2021 'Best of Weddings'

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The photographer exceeded expectations, delivering stunning, natural, documentary-style photos with quick sneak peeks. Organized, responsive, and professional, they worked seamlessly with a second shooter and other vendors. They handled rain and large families with patience and creativity and come highly recommended.

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Lina L

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10/14/2024

Sally was a delight to work with! We were drawn to her documentary style that captured candid *moments*. Her portfolio showed that she had a solid understanding of composition, tex...

ture, and light & shadow. Additionally, it was important to us to have an inclusive photographer who respected all identities and cultures. From the very beginning, Sally was open and communicative, taking the time to understand our wedding day, offering timeline suggestions, answering questions, and getting to know us and our style. We had multiple experiences on our wedding day, including a tea ceremony and lion dance, so there were many moving parts, making for a full day. On the day of our wedding, Sally and her assistant, Gael, were prompt and starting working right way. Sally was geared up with multiple cameras and a harness. She even brought accessories to stage items for detail photos (such a ring holder and ribbon!). Sally was familiar with our venue, Lake Morey Resort, and had a lot of ideas on where to take photos (despite the slightly rainy day!). Additionally, Sally and Gael were extremely patient with our relatives, all of whom acted as paparazzi. We were super impressed with the photos Sally captured, despite our relatives randomly jumping in to grab a photo on their phones! Sally and Gael were everywhere and oftentimes, we didn't even notice they were there to capture certain moments! They were truly professionals who kept up their energy and enthusiasm the entire day, and worked in harmony with our videographer and the venue coordinator. Due to family request, our photos were a blend of candid shots and formal portraits. Sally balanced these perfectly, doing an excellent job with both styles of photography. We were impressed at how quickly we received sneak peeks. Photos from the entire day were delivered via an elegant USB flash drive. Sally exceeded all of our expectations. Her photos captured real, candid moments, beautifully reflecting the joy of the day. We only wish we hired her for the entire weekend!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 05/20/2025

Thank you so much, Lina, for your outstanding review! Photographing your wedding at Lake M...

orey Resort was an absolute joy. You, Jon, and your guests were so warm and welcoming—and the Chinese Dragon during cocktail hour was such a fun and unforgettable touch! We truly loved being part of your celebration and capturing all the beautiful moments of your day. 💛

Mikaela F

6/25/2026

Sally exceeded every expectation we had for our wedding photos! From our initial conversations through the wedding day, Sally was so organized, responsive, and genuinely invested i...

n capturing our day.. The photos we’ve received so far are absolutely stunning and perfectly reflect the emotions, details, and joy of our celebration! Sally and Max made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, captured countless candid moments, and managed to be everywhere at once without ever being intrusive. We are so grateful to have these beautiful memories preserved and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and professional photographer! Sally also does this amazing idea where she brings a point-and-shoot camera to give to a younger guest to capture fun moments on the dance floor!

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G C

3/08/2026

Words do not exist to describe how much we loved working with Sally. She was very easy to work with and is extremely talented. Sally’s attention to detail resulted in the most incr...

edible photos that we will have forever. In addition, her high quality photos were returned to us pretty quickly. Months after getting married, our friends and family continue to talk about her work and talent. We cannot recommend her enough to help document your special day.

Sarah H

10/27/2025

We gave Sally a challenging venue on a super rainy, dark day, but she absolutely delivered. Even though she was feeling a little under the weather, she was so friendly and got my f...

avorite photo of all time. Sally was so nice from start to finish! I cherish these photos with all my heart!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 10/27/2025

Thank you Sarah for your lovely review...the only wedding I have been unable to photograph...

in 20 years was when I had Covid so glad that was not the case with yours. You and Patrick were the best!

Sonja G

7/11/2025

Can't say enough about the wonderful experience we had with Sally and the beautiful pictures she took. Her artistry came through as she carefully selected the backdrop and perfect...

lighting for each photo. This resulted in so many great pictures we had a tough time selecting favorites. Her idea of having us walking through the meadow gave us the most romantic images. She was so much fun to work with and truly is the BEST!!!

Alexandra S

6/16/2025

Sally and her second photographer, Gael, were both so great to work with! They helped to guide the flow of our wedding day and the photos they took were so beautiful and creative. ...

They somehow managed to capture exactly how we felt on that day in photos! Sally’s documentary style photography was perfect for us, she photographed so many unexpected, quirky & fun moments that we are so grateful to always have to look back on! We cried looking through our full wedding album (which we got back so quickly!!). It was also great getting to know Sally and Gael, and we felt like they both took the time to get to know us and our family. We felt really comfortable and confident being in their hands! Sally also took time out of her busy schedule earlier in the month to travel to a meaningful location to us for our engagement photo session. She caught rain, lighting, and moments of sunshine on camera. She’s truly an artist!! I highly recommend choosing her as your wedding photographer!!

Mariana F

4/08/2025

Thank you Sally for capturing the best day of our lives, you are so so so amazing, we loved what you did. It was a blessing to have found you. Muchas gracias!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 05/20/2025

Thank you so much, Mariana, for your lovely review! Wishing you both all the love and laug...

hter in the world! 💛

John B

7/08/2024

We cannot thank Sally enough for capturing our special day with such skill and grace. With a photographer of her caliber, we were so lucky she was available for our wedding day, si...

nce we reached out to her only 30 days prior. She exceeded all expectations and delivered breathtaking photos that perfectly captured the essence of our celebration. She is not just a photographer but a true professional who understood our vision and preferences from the first conversation to the day of. She seamlessly integrated into our day, making us feel comfortable and allowing us to enjoy every moment without feeling rushed or posed. Her attention to detail was evident in every shot, from the intimate moments post ceremony to the joyous celebrations at the reception. Moreover, Sally was incredibly responsive and accommodating throughout the entire process. She took the time to listen to our ideas and preferences, ensuring that the photos reflected our personalities and the unique vibe of our special day. We highly recommend Sally to anyone looking for a photographer who not only delivers stunning photos but also provides exceptional service and great communication. Thank you once again for making our wedding day unforgettable!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 07/09/2024

Thank you John for such a glowing review. You and Henry were so much fun to work with and ...

everyone was so friendly and warm it made my "job" a dream. I wish you both an incredibly happy life, full of love and laughter. Big Hug, Sally

Allie Z

9/12/2023

Sally did a beautiful job with our wedding photos. She took hundreds of incredible photos that were edited in a natural style with the beautiful real colors of the scenery showing ...

- just like we had hoped for. On the day-off, Sally and her second shooter Gael were professional, organized, and did a great job of capturing the shots we cared most about. Sally has a very creative eye and you see that through some of her photos, but she also is just a professional in the wedding photo business and clearly knows what to do and how to capture the best shots. We were really happy with how our photos turned out and our experience with Sally on the day of our wedding. We’d recommend her to anyone else getting married in the greater VT or surrounding New England areas!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 09/12/2023

Thank you Allie for your lovely review! You and Grady were a dream to work with and I do a...

gree we got some amazing photos on your wedding day.

Denise J

8/05/2023

Sally and her lovely assistant Gayle did a wonderful job at capturing our barn wedding in Northern Vermont.

Barbara F

7/30/2022

Sally’s work is just incredible and beautiful, and we couldn’t be happier with our choice of wedding and engagement shoot photographer. She is a true artist and master of her craft...

! Just wow!

Lindsay E

8/18/2021

My wife and I, who were married in August 2021, cannot say enough good things about Sally! She and her second photographer, Gael, did an absolutely incredible job shooting our wedd...

ing. Sally had done our engagement shoot, so we knew she would produce beautiful photos, but we could not have anticipated how many amazing moments Sally and Gael managed to capture on our wedding day. Not only were they great at creating beautiful shots and carefully crafted poses, but they also captured many candid moments that we didn’t even know were being photographed. Even working in sometimes tight quarters (such as trying to shoot around a mini-fridge in out hotel room!) or battling ever-changing outdoor light to find the perfect angle, Sally and Gael remained cheerful, professional, and wonderful throughout. They made my wife and me feel that our wedding was truly special and we cannot wait to see the final photos! Based on just the couple of previews we’ve seen, we know they’re going to be incredible. We are so, so happy that we had Sally and Gael with us to capture so many wonderful memories on our wedding day.

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 08/19/2021

Thank you Lindsay for this wonderful review! Your wedding was truly magical, complete with...

the most amazing wedding dresses, Disney music and two absolutely beautiful, inside and out brides. Both of you will always be very special to me and I am so glad you chose me to photograph your beautiful wedding day.

Mirian F

7/23/2021

She has amazing ratings for a reason. She is very unique and creative. She's open to communicate and listened to our situation and genuinely made sure that we got what we wanted. M...

y husband and I are very pleased our photos. She's so personable and easy to work with and we love her skills.

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 07/24/2021

Thank you Mirian for your lovely review. You and Jamie were such a fun couple and we thoro...

ughly enjoyed ourselves photographing your wedding day, from the first look on the covered bridge to the firework sendoff.

Jessica R

6/15/2021

We are so happy we had Sally to photograph our wedding ceremony! Sally always responds so quickly to emails and has been so flexible with all the changes we have had to make due to...

the pandemic. She is very pleasant, easy to work with, and extremely well organized. She made us feel very comfortable and all the photos turned out so beautiful! We are looking forward to having her photograph our wedding part 2 in October!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 06/15/2021

Thank you Jessica for your lovely review. That church was amazing and I was so honored to ...

be able to photograph one of the most beautiful ceremonies I have ever seen.You and Kevin were just the best and I too look forward to your reception in October.

Tish D

11/12/2020

Sally Carpenter was just a delight to work with! She was friendly, punctual and so professional! She coached us during our photoshoot and made it fun! The photos turned out just b...

eautiful. I thought her rates were reasonable too!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 11/13/2020

Thank you Tish for the lovely review. The two of you were absolutely adorable and we were...

so lucky to have Twin Farms as the venue, with so many gorgeous photo locations and a beautiful fall day as well! I wish the two of you all the very best in your new life together!

Ryan B

9/26/2020

In our interactions with Sally, she has shown herself to be such a knowledgeable professional. We were fortunate enough to choose a venue with which Sally is familiar. She was able...

to provide detailed guidance based on her knowledge of lighting. This helped us make specific choices (e.g. arranging ceremony to avoid excessive shadows) which we never would have thought of without her expertise. We are so glad we chose her, and at this time with uncertainty, she's been extremely responsive. We look forward to working with her on our wedding day.

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 09/26/2020

Thank you Ryan for the lovely review and I am so looking forward to your engagement sessio...

n next month and your wedding in 2021. I know we will get some amazing photos!

Tracy G

9/26/2020

Sally took the time to get to know us and who we are as a couple. Before we even signed a contract, she spent almost an hour on video chat learning about us, answering our questio...

ns, and explaining how she operates. She clearly values capturing our organic emotions and I have full confidence that she will be able to capture not only the event, but our personalities too.

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 09/26/2020

Thank you Tracy for your wonderful review! It was such fun getting to know the both of you...

and your preference for the candid natural photography on your wedding day is the style I love shooting in, those emotions are so precious!

Hallie B

9/26/2020

Sally was great about adapting to revised plans and offering a package that was perfect for our scaled-down ceremony. Highly recommend!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 09/26/2020

Thank you Hallie for your kind review. In this time of uncertainty I felt it was only prop...

er to offer reduced prices for smaller weddings as well as complete refunds to my couples who were not able to reschedule to a date that fit my calendar.

Elizabeth L

8/26/2020

Sally was prompt with initial inquiry, worked with me and our budget, and my vision for the day. She was flexible and so helpful every step of the way. She has TONS of experience w...

ith weddings, so she was so helpful with advice and what has worked well in the past. We communicated through out the entire planning process. Sally and her 2nd photographer, Gael were amazing day of. They were prompt with their arrival and started right away. They were friendly, professional, and we could tell that they truly enjoy the work that they’re doing. The finished product/photos were amazing, they truly captured our perfect day perfectly.

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 08/26/2020

Thank you Lizzy for a wonderful review and I am so looking forward to seeing you and Trev...

or again for your brother's wedding next week!

Erin R

8/08/2020

Planning any sort of wedding during a pandemic is extra stressful (even if it is an elopement/minimony!). Working with Sally, though, was stress free!!! After our first email excha...

nges, I knew Sally was perfect for our special day. She arrived early to capture some shots of the venue and florals. Her attention to detail is incredible and she made sure to work with us with any special request we had! We just received our photos, and we know we will be looking at these with happy memories for months and years to come! If you are getting married or eloping in VT or the surrounding area, look no further.. Sally is the best. Thank you Sally!!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 08/26/2020

Thank you Erin for your super review and I am so happy you had your "fairy tale" elopement...

! It was an absolutely perfect day for you and Justin.

Megan B

6/27/2020

There are simply no words to describe how phenomenal Sally was. We searched far and wide for a photographer who really understood what we wanted- nothing cheesy, just authentic pic...

tures that captured our love. And boy did Sally do that! She stepped up without question when our original plans were thwarted due to COVID and drove 2 hours to capture our elopement. The pictures were beyond perfect and Sally was such a pleasure to work with! We can’t wait for next year when we get to work with her again for our wedding part II!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 08/26/2020

Thank you Megan for your great review! You and Jeremy were so much fun to work with and yo...

ur elopement and I cannot wait until next year and I get to photograph the vow renewal and big event! You guys are the best!

Pamela C

6/05/2019

Amazing work and professionalism Sally and her assistants were absolutely amazing to work with. She provided timelines for the day of, was extremely responsive and very organized. ...

Our wedding day went very smoothly and we were able to stay on track with our photos, even finishing early. Sally provided an almost immediate sneak peak of photos which were stunning. Her eye for photography is incredible and she was so quick to send the finished photos. We are so blessed to have found her and highly recommend her for her wedding photography and fine arts portraits. Thank you again Sally!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 09/26/2020

Thank you Pamela for the glowing review! Your wedding was absolutely perfect, the location...

was amazing and I was so happy to present you and Matthew with those wonderful images!

DC O

11/15/2018

Sally was great! From the beginning she was responsive to initial emails and met us before our big day to see the venue and discuss what to expect. She is kind and engaging. Mos...

t importantly, the pictures are beautiful! She captured some wonderful moments and post wedding she did a few touch ups on some pictures to make sure we were happy with the results. Check out her webpage for pictures of her work; you won't be disappointed! We hope to work with her again...thanks Sally!! :)

Olivia M

11/10/2018

Sally and Gael's beautiful photos made this day more memorable than we could ever have imagined.

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 11/10/2018

Thank you Olivia! Although we had a less than perfect (weather-wise) day, you and Caleb we...

re fantastic! Thank you for braving the elements and allowing myself and my team to get some awesome photos! Hugs to both of you!

Colleen B

5/02/2017

We had Sally as our photographer for our wedding recently at the Mountain Top Inn and Resort. She was so incredibly professional and I wouldn't have wanted anyone else to be apart ...

of our big day. She knew the venue so well which really saved time because she knew the best locations based on lighting. She was extremely knowledgable and was able to direct us to create great pictures. She also made everyone feel super comfortable. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone!

Response from Sally Carpenter Photography on 11/10/2018

Thank you Colleen for a great review! It was so wonderful to get to know you and your fami...

ly and what a beautiful day and location we had!

Stephanie S

2/07/2016

We booked Sally for our first wedding anniversary shoot and could not have been more pleased with the results. She was professional, efficient, and kind and she was great at getti...

ng us to relax and open up for the photos. She spoke with the Innkeepers where we were staying and with her help they agreed to let us shoot the photos at the beautiful Jackson House Inn. The images were gorgeous and we are so happy with the results. Thank you Sally! You made our first anniversary extra special!

Anonymous

10/30/2014

Next to my daughter's birth, her wedding was the only other thing that brought me such joy. To have photos of this day was VERY important to me. Sally Carpenter was professional in...

every respect and her photos reflected it. My daughter and I sat on the couch with tears in our eyes as we went through the pictures she took. We laughed and cried and couldn't believe she took some of the ones she did, we didn't even know she took them! I highly recommend this photographer.

charlene c

5/19/2014

I could not have asked for more beautiful pictures! Sally caught so many special moments and some of her pictures actually made me cry they were so emotional. She got everything to...

us within two weeks, except the album, which was so so beautiful when it came, it was worth the wait. She is also very friendly and happy to take pictures I had in mind. She is especially good with children.

roberta g

5/18/2014

Sally photographed our wedding and she also did our engagement portraits. They were all just beautiful! We were so happy with the quality and the selection. She and her assistant R...

ichard were both very friendly and easy going and I can't thank them enough for helping to make our wedding day less stressful. I can't wait to see our album! I am recommending Sally to all my friends....Roberta G

sally c

5/18/2014

I have had three girlfriends get married in the past year and my pictures are so much better than any of theirs. One friend paid almost twice as much for her photographer. Sally is...

great and she did such a fantastic job, we could not have asked for anything more. If you can afford her, hire her!

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P.O. Box 244, Woodstock, VT

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Vermont, New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, California
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Travel area: No travel restrictions

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(518) 577-4147

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