Documentary VT, NY & NH Wedding Photography
$2,800 starting price
Vermont, New York, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, California
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Sally Carpenter Photography
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AWARD WINNER (1X)
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I’m an experienced wedding and elopement photographer with a background in fashion photography, blending storytelling with style. I specialize in both documentary and editorial photography, capturing candid, heartfelt moments while adding a touch of elegance to every frame. My eye for detail and artistic vision allow me to create images that feel authentic yet effortlessly sophisticated. With years of experience, I focus on making couples feel comfortable and connected, ensuring their true emotions shine through. Whether it’s an intimate elopement or a grand celebration, I’m passionate about documenting the magic and love that make your day truly unforgettable.
Please contact me so I can learn more about the two of you and your wedding days plans and we can discuss a bespoke wedding collection to not only suit your expectations, but exceed them.
Woman-owned Business
+24 years in business
Speaks English, Spanish, German
2 team members
Prices & packages
Collection One
$3,600 starting price
Collection One
$3,600 starting price
8 hours
8 hours
two professional wedding photographers
two professional wedding photographers
engagement session
engagement session
on line gallery
on line gallery
at least 75 edited images PER HOUR in color and black and white
at least 75 edited images PER HOUR in color and black and white
high resolution jpgs on a USB drive
high resolution jpgs on a USB drive
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Destination Weddings
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Bridal Portraits
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Engagement
Trash The Dress
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Printed Enlargements
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Second Shooter Available
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Wedding Albums
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Getting Engaged
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.024 reviews
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Sally, a wedding photographer, received glowing reviews for her exceptional skills and professionalism. Clients praised her for capturing candid moments and blending candid shots with formal portraits seamlessly. They appreciated her attention to detail, quick delivery of sneak peeks, and elegant USB flash drive containing their photos. Sally's understanding of their vision, easy integration into the wedding day, and ability to make them feel comfortable were particularly highlighted. Clients highly recommend Sally for her stunning photos, exceptional service, and great communication throughout the process.Review photos
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Lina L
5.0
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, texture, 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!
John B
5.0
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, since 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!
Vendor response 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
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Allie Z
5.0
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!
Vendor response 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
5.0
8/05/2023
Sally and her lovely assistant Gayle did a wonderful job at capturing our barn wedding in Northern Vermont.
Barbara F
5.0
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
5.0
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 wedding. 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.
Vendor response 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
5.0
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. My husband and I are very pleased our photos. She's so personable and easy to work with and we love her skills.
Vendor response 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
5.0
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!
Vendor response 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
5.0
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 beautiful. I thought her rates were reasonable too!
Vendor response 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
5.0
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.
Vendor response 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
5.0
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 questions, 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.
Vendor response 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
5.0
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!
Vendor response 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
5.0
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 with 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.
Vendor response 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
5.0
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 exchanges, 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!!
Vendor response 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
5.0
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 pictures 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!
Vendor response 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
5.0
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!
Vendor response 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!
D T
5.0
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. Most 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
5.0
11/10/2018
Sally and Gael's beautiful photos made this day more memorable than we could ever have imagined.
Vendor response 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
5.0
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!
Vendor response 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
5.0
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 getting 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!
Knottie56624943
5.0
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
5.0
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
5.0
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 Richard 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
Mary W
5.0
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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