Ulster County
New Paltz Wedding Photographer
Documentary wedding photography in New Paltz, NY by Marlon Ramos. Based in Newburgh, hundreds of weddings photographed, bilingual in English and Spanish.
New Paltz is where couples come when they want the mountains in their photographs. The Shawangunk ridge runs right along the town, Minnewaska and Mohonk are minutes away, and the light coming off that rock in the late afternoon does something you cannot recreate anywhere else in the valley.
I have photographed elopements up on the ridge and full weddings down in the valley, and the two ask for different things from a photographer. Up there it is weather, timing, and being willing to hike with the gear. Down here it is the usual rhythm of a wedding day. I am comfortable with both, and I will tell you straight which one suits what you are picturing.
Recent work
Venues near New Paltz
A few places I have photographed or know well within reach.
Common questions
What is your Hudson Valley wedding photography style?
I shoot in a documentary style. I look for the smaller moments that make up the whole of a story, with a touch of elegance through simplicity. I blend in for most of the day, but I'm not afraid to take the lead when something needs to be staged or moved along.
How much does a Hudson Valley wedding photographer cost?
My wedding packages start at $4,500 for 6 hours of documentary coverage and go up to $7,500 for a full 10 hour day with an engagement session included. Pricing varies based on coverage hours, second photographer, videography add ons, and album options. See the full breakdown on the investment page.
How far in advance should we book?
Most couples book 9 to 12 months in advance for peak Hudson Valley wedding season (May through October). I take a limited number of weddings per year so I can give every couple full attention. Reach out as soon as you have a date in mind.
Do you offer bilingual wedding photography?
Yes. Soy fotógrafo de bodas bilingüe en el Hudson Valley. I work fluently in English and Spanish, which I find especially helpful for multicultural and multilingual wedding parties across Newburgh, the Catskills, and the Tri State region.
How much of a deposit do you require?
There is a nonrefundable 25% deposit at the time of booking. Full payment is due a month before the wedding. If you cancel within 30 days of the wedding, you will get a 50% refund.
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes, I am fully insured. I can provide a certificate of insurance directly to your venue if they request one.
How long after the wedding will we receive the images?
You will get a sneak peek within 48 hours of the wedding. Full delivery is 2 to 4 weeks because I don't like waiting, and I don't like making you wait. The photos arrive through a private online gallery as high resolution files, edited in my signature style.
Can I customize a package to fit my needs?
Yes. Once we hop on a first call or Zoom, we can dive deep and customize a package around your day.
Getting married in New Paltz, NY?
Tell me about your day. I answer every message within 48 hours, in English or Spanish.