For Those Who Choose To Live Their Wedding Day. Not Perform It.
Honest, documentary wedding photography for couples who want to feel present, connected, and fully themselves.
NEW YORK | HUDSON VALLEY | NEW JERSEY
Your Wedding Day Is Not a Photoshoot.
Your wedding happens once. You shouldn't have to spend it worrying about where to stand, how to pose, or whether you're giving the camera the "right" expression.
Be With Your People
Instead of constantly disappearing from your own cocktail hour or reception for another round of photos. We'll know when a moment is worth stepping in for and when to give it space.
Feel Like Yourself
No manufactured emotions or endless posing. You'll receive enough direction from us to feel comfortable, then we'll step aside so your connection can speak for itself.
Savor The Day
The hug that lasted a little longer. Your best friend's ridiculous toast. Your parents watching from across the room. The moments you could not have planned for even if you tried.
You experience it. We'll preserve it.
More Room To Breathe.
The moments you'll remember most aren't always the ones written into the timeline.
They're the five extra minutes spent talking with your dad before the ceremony.
Your partner pulling you aside just to take it all in.
Your friends keeping you on the dance floor long after the song should have ended.
testimonials
"I wouldn't have it any other way. If Michael and I had to do it all over again, we'd still choose you. You've truly left a mark on us. Don't forget - you're part of the family now."
Diana + michael
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"From the very beginning, you made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Miguel and I didn't really know how to pose or what to do, but you were incredibly patient and gave clear, helpful guidance. You have a great eye and a calming presence that made the whole process enjoyable and fun. Not a single moment was missed and you blended in seamlessly."
Jossel + Miguel
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"From the moment we started, you made us feel comfortable, confident, and seen. You were great at directing when needed but also gave us space to just be ourselves. It was a true collaboration and celebration of love."
Morgan + gally
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"...The pictures came out perfect. Exactly what we wanted..."
Yelena + Tom
Jason Altman Studio Experience
how it works
STEP 01
Great To Meet You!
- Initial connection
- Determining good fit
- Understanding vision + expectations
- Hop on a Zoom call together
STEP 02
Date Reservation (Agreement + Deposit)
- We both say "I do"
- Deposit + signed agreement
- We're officially in this together!
We dive into the details -
- Timeline Creation
- Mood Board Creation
- Pro Visual Guidance + Planning
- Consultation Calls
STEP 03
Stunning Wedding
- Emotional Wedding Documentary
- Refined Storytelling
- Real tears, real laughs, you thoroughly enjoy yourself
- Sneak peeks
STEP 04
Delivery of Stunning Wedding Gallery
- Custom Made Online Gallery
- Printing Options/ Rights
- Gallery Delivery
- Cloud Storage + Security
Jason Altman Studio Values
what we believe in
choosing your photographer is like choosinG Whom to marry - your core values must align.
Here are some of ours:
Total Transparency
At every step - from our consultation call to delivery of your final gallery - we don't disappear or leave you with unanswered questions.
You will be informed + aware of what you're investing into, what you will receive back, and why it may or may not be the right fit for you.
We choose each other - not force each other.
Trust + Reliability
You entrusting us with documenting your wedding is not something we take for granted. Thus you have us along side you to co-create your richest wedding day story. This means our work + process will be artful yet consistent. This means your memories will be stored securely on multiple mediums. This means you'll receive a spirited ally offering you both guidance + space where you need it.
Devotion
We tell the story of your two worlds coming together. From the final collection of photos, you receive an elevated narrative that feels euphoric + honest + human.
With restraint, attentiveness, and a genuine love for people, we skillfully curate only those shots that most accurately depict the heart and soul of your wedding.
Being Human
Together, we celebrate simply being human + allowing that to decorate the process.
We encourage the perfect imperfections that make the photography + story true to the moment.
And we believe that visual beauty at the expense of it being inauthentic is not how it's done.
Get in touch
If you've reached this far, let's take the next easy step together. Fill out the short form below with the date + time of your wedding along with the number of guests and we'll be in touch with you within the next couple of hours. We can’t wait to hear from you - let's make it come true!