Business Details
25 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding Photography in New York City
Craig Paulson Studio has been redefining wedding photography in New York City for over 21 years. Founded by award-winning photographer Craig Paulson, our boutique studio specializes in destination weddings and events, combining modern portraiture with classic photojournalism to create timeless imagery. Our team of rigorously tested photographers brings both technical expertise and genuine passion to every assignment, ensuring unobtrusive documentation of life's most important moments. With a background in fashion photography spanning a decade, Craig developed a unique ability to make subjects feel at ease while capturing authentic emotions. Our services extend beyond weddings to include mitzvahs, engagements, family portraits, and editorial shoots, all delivered with the same commitment to excellence.The studio's holistic approach includes personalized vendor recommendations, pre-wedding consultations, and custom album design through our sister company, The Album Room. Having photographed over 900 weddings across five continents, we combine global experience with local knowledge of New York's most photogenic locations. Our technical proficiency is matched by our dedication to client relationships, evidenced by our 98% repeat/referral rate and extensive portfolio of published work. We maintain full liability insurance and use professional-grade Canon equipment with redundant backups to ensure flawless execution. From initial consultation to final delivery, our process prioritizes client comfort and creative vision, resulting in collections that transcend trends to become cherished family heirlooms.
Services
Wedding Photography
Destination Weddings
Engagement Sessions
Family Portraits
Mitzvah Coverage
Editorial Shoots
Candid Photojournalism
Album Design
Vendor Coordination
Pre-Wedding Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 21 years of specialized wedding photography experience in NYC and destinations
- Award-winning team with rigorous photographer testing and training process
- Unique blend of fashion photography expertise and candid photojournalism
- Comprehensive service including vendor recommendations and album design
- Proven track record with over 900 weddings photographed globally
What people say
Amazing wedding photos
Professional and talented
Captured every moment
Stress-free experience
Exceeded expectations
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service documents ceremonies and receptions with a documentary approach, blending modern portraiture and classic photojournalism. We capture candid interactions, formal portraits, and detail shots while maintaining unobtrusive presence throughout your event. With 21 years of experience and over 900 weddings photographed globally, our team ensures comprehensive coverage from preparation to reception.
Destination Weddings
We specialize in international and out-of-town wedding documentation, having photographed events across five continents. Our team adapts seamlessly to different cultural traditions and environments, bringing the same technical excellence and artistic vision to every location. From Caribbean beaches to European ballrooms, we ensure consistent quality regardless of venue.
Engagement Sessions
These sessions help couples acclimate to being photographed while creating beautiful imagery for save-the-date cards or personal keepsakes. We offer location scouting assistance and styling guidance to maximize visual impact, whether capturing urban landscapes or intimate private settings.
Family Portraits
Our family photography preserves important milestones with artistic compositions that highlight natural relationships. Specializing in multi-generational shoots and children's portraits, we employ patient, playful approaches to capture authentic expressions while maintaining technical precision in lighting and composition.
Mitzvah Coverage
We document bar and bat mitzvahs with respectful attention to traditions while maintaining our signature candid style. Our experienced team anticipates key moments in these ceremonies, balancing formal requirements with spontaneous documentation of family interactions and celebration highlights.
People
Craig Paulson
Principal Photographer & Owner
Award-winning photographer with 30 years industry experience, including 10 years in fashion photography before founding his wedding studio in 2001. Recognized for blending photojournalism with artistic portraiture, Craig has photographed over 900 weddings globally while maintaining New York City as his base.
Pippa Paulson
Album Design Director
Creative force behind The Album Room, our sister company specializing in custom wedding albums. With extensive experience in graphic design and print production, Pippa works directly with clients to transform their wedding images into heirloom-quality books using premium materials and innovative layouts.
Anja
Office Manager
Client relations specialist with over 15 years experience in wedding coordination. Anja serves as primary point of contact for clients, managing scheduling, logistics, and post-production processes while maintaining exceptional responsiveness and organizational expertise throughout the client journey.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We combine candid photojournalism with modern portraiture to capture authentic moments and artistic compositions.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we photograph weddings globally with no additional fee for locations within 30 miles of Manhattan.
How many photographers attend each wedding?
Every event receives two photographers - your selected lead photographer plus a second shooter from our trained team.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional Canon DSLR systems with redundant backups and Adobe software for post-processing.
How long until we receive our photos?
You'll get a preview of 100 favorite images within one month, with full delivery taking 8-10 weeks.
Do you offer album design services?
Yes, through our sister company The Album Room, which specializes in custom, heirloom-quality wedding books.
