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"My husband and I loved working with Jessica and her second photographer, Heather!!! They made our wedding day so much fun and they were really able to capture it perfectly!! Jessica also did our engagement photos with our puppy and she was amazing and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She also loves dogs, so it was a big plus :)

We chose Jessica as our wedding photographer because we felt like she captured real moments through candid photos and we loved her editing style and how everything was kept very natural. We couldn't be happier with how our photos turned out! Jessica was so easy to work with and she was very helpful with planning the timeline of our wedding day. She even drove us around during our first look to get the perfect pictures in the best locations!

We couldn't recommended Jessica enough for your wedding, engagement or family photos!! You won't be disappointed!!"

~ Michelle, Wedding, October 2022

 

 

 

"Jessica was amazing! She went above and beyond photography to make sure we had our perfect day. I wouldn't have wanted anyone else to photograph our wedding. Thank you!!!!!"

~ Dana, Wedding, July 2022

"Jessica was truly amazing to work with I got engaged at the end of 2018 and due to Covid had to switch my date 3 times and venue twice as hectic as that was alone jess made me feel very at ease with being so understanding about the situation she was very attentive the entire process and truly produced beautiful pictures from my engagement session to my wedding day, she also got so many candids captured and very special moments I highly recommend her to anyone she was a great choice and will deliver the most clear beautiful pictures you’ve ever seen cant thank her enough!!!"

~ Mackenzie, Wedding, October 2021

"Jessica Painter is your best friend in wedding photographer form. Truly. I don’t know another way to put it! She is truly amazing and worth every penny and more! Everything felt SO comfortable and natural- from the engagement shoot to our dinner meet up before the wedding and all leading up to the big day! She felt like a friend with a camera! We connected immediately via email when I was searching for a photographer and it only intensified at our e-shoot. This was important to me, since your photographer is typically there for ALL moments throughout your special day, big and small, intimate and communal. The relationship she built with us no doubt played a roll in the day’s success! Not only that, but she helped us develop a timeline that was custom to our wants, but also efficient and extensive to cover all of the details we wanted recorded. She pays close attention to detail, as well as gets to know you personally as well as what you want captured and how you want it captured. I cannot say enough good things about her. If you book her, you will NOT be disappointed. I haven’t even gotten my wedding photos back yet, but I know if they’re going to be anything like my e-shoot photos, they’re going to be out of this world! Thank you Jessica, and Amanda, for elegantly capturing our day for us! We couldn’t be more appreciative!"

~ Addyson, Wedding, October 2019

"There is so many great things to say about Jessica and her assistant. Jessica was so personable from the first time talking, all the way through the wedding. A few weeks before the wedding she scheduled a phone call to go over timeline and all the details with me. She made sure that everything we wanted captured was noted so I did not have to remember what photos I wanted which was a huge relief! She also asked about photos I did not think of which was great to have her insight for. (and her and her assistant love dogs, so they made sure to capture some great photos with my dogs on the wedding day!)"

~ Morgan, Wedding, September 2019

"Working with Jessica and her assistant on the day of our wedding was fabulous. They were both professional and fun, making sure we got all the pictures that we wanted. The pictures are of high quality and definitely worth the cost to remember our special day. Jessica is AMAZING, she takes the time to get to know prior to your wedding day and checks in on you periodically throughout the process."

~ Jessica, Wedding, September 2019

"We are beyond thrilled with our engagement and wedding pictures by Jessica Painter Photography! Choosing Jessica Painter was one of the easiest decisions we made during the wedding planning process. Jessica is not only talented, professional and attentive to detail, but she has an amazing eye for capturing some seriously stunning photos. We were beyond impressed with both the quality and photography style that Jessica captured in both our engagement and wedding photos. Jessica was definitively one of our most valuable resources during the entire process. She went above and beyond and helped to plan our wedding timeline, to make the day run as smooth and efficiently as possible. Additionally, Jessica's knowledge of the local area proved to be super helpful, as she could suggest photo locations with beautiful backdrops in the Lake Placid area. Jessica and Heather were so much fun to work with on our wedding day and they have a real knack for making you feel comfortable to ease the wedding day nerves. Also, the presentation of the digital files was lovely! We are so happy we chose Jessica Painter Photography as our photographer for our our wedding events. We cannot recommend her enough!"

~ Cait & Nate, Wedding, September 2019

"Jessica Painter is an absolute rockstar. If you are on the fence between a few photographers, BOOK HER before someone else grabs her for your date! She took both our engagement and wedding photos and we could not be happier with them. She made us feel comfortable and had great recommendations for locations, angles, & light. She also has such positive energy and attention to detail; each time we received photos from her, it was like receiving a warm hug in the mail (her packing is beautiful and notes are very thoughtful). We cannot recommend Jessica enough!"

~ Amanda, Wedding, August 2019

 

 

 

"Jessica is an incredible wedding photographer! She truly is a professional who knows her art and trade. Anyone who needs quality photos to cherish a lifetime would be lucky to get her services."

~ Matthew, Wedding, June 2019

 

 

 

"Jessica is THE photographer for you to hire. I could write at least 5 pages of positive things to say about her and her work. Jessica was hired for our engagement and wedding photos and every picture is just as good as our favorite one. Just do yourself a favor, contact her and see for yourself. You will not be disappointed!"

~ Michael, Wedding, September 2018

"I wish this had 100 stars, Jessica Painter is worth far more than 5 stars. She is absolutely amazing. From the moment we first contacted her, up until our wedding day and even after, she was involved and invested in making our day the best it could be. From the beginning, my one wish for our wedding was the best photographer we could find. We found her- and she was even better than I could have imagined. The time she spent with us was invaluable, her patience and friendliness made her easy to work with and gave us peace of mind. Looking back, I cannot imagine what the day would have been like without her and he assistant Heather. (Also equally amazing) When we saw the photos for the first time, my knees went weak and I was in shock. They were beautiful. When we received our album, it literally took my breath away. I remember muttering over and over "damn shes good" and "this woman has got serious talent!" She fulfilled every wish, want and need we thought up. I wish I had the right words to truly explain how amazing she is. "

~ Tammy, Wedding, September 2018

"Typically when planning a wedding, couples don’t select their photographer before they pick their date and reception venues, but when we found Jessica Painter, we knew we wanted her to shoot our wedding. We wanted our wedding to be a reflection of our unique relationship. We spent most of our vacations hiking in the Adirondack High Peaks and decided early on that we wanted to hold our wedding ceremony on top of Whiteface Mountain. More specifically, we wanted to hike to the top with our family, friends, (and photographer) to finish our 46er hiking challenge and get married at the same time! Jessica was so incredibly flexible and patient as we worked through the planning process and logistics. She not only worked with us to plan three different days of photos in both Lake Placid (ceremony) and Syracuse (reception), but was willing to hike up Whiteface with us (about a 5 mile hike!) carrying her camera equipment to capture our special day. We absolutely love all of our wedding photos! Jessica worked with us to capture every detail we requested beautifully, and we asked for a lot: pictures with dogs, kids, fireworks, and multiple edits on our album to get it just the way we wanted. Not only is Jessica an amazing photographer, but she’s also a wonderful and caring human being. If you are considering hiring Jessica Painter to photograph your wedding, I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you, Jessica for helping make our wedding so special and giving us wonderful images for us to look back on!!"

~ Michelle, Wedding, August 2018

 

 

"Jessica was an absolute pleasure to work with! She took amazing shots and blended into our families and friends seamlessly. Her assistant was Heather and they worked so well together. There were lots of laughs, a laid back atmosphere, and we felt very comfortable with them. We look forward to getting our photos back - the sneak preview was to die for! - and would work with Jessica again anytime."

~ Taylor, Wedding, July 2018

"There are not enough positive words in my vocabulary to describe Jessica of Jessica Painter Photography! I will start out by saying that my husband and I have very (VERY!) high expectations and are difficult to impress. When we stumbled across Jessica’s website, we knew that we found a diamond in the rough. We were so impressed with her unique style and the quality of her work and we were thrilled that she could join us on our special day. My husband and I had a very small destination wedding (15 guests) and Jess was able to work out a pricing package that included everything we wanted at a price that fit within our budget. Jess was extremely responsive throughout the whole process and really listened and understood what we wanted. Although we did not have a chance to meet in person before the wedding, Jessica and her assistant, Heather were extremely personable and friendly which made my husband and I feel instantly comfortable. We were able to be ourselves and Jessica really captured who we are as a couple. It is abundantly clear that Jessica is extremely passionate about her craft and her business. Her talent is unmeasurable and the quality of her product exquisite and unmatched. Jessica is absolutely one-of-a-kind. We are completely enamored with all of the photos from our special day and we will treasure them forever!"

~ Jess, Wedding, September 2017

"Jessica and her team were awesome! From the very first phone call she was flexible and responsive. She worked with me through everything and was always pleasant to chat with. The day of my wedding Jessica and her partner were on it! We had a very long day and Jessica made sure she was on top of everything and everyone. From all the little details to the ‘in the moment’ craziness, she got it all! She can really capture the true moment of your special day. I can’t stop looking at my pictures! They are so beautiful."

~ Alyssa, Wedding, September 2017

"Jess and her team did an absolutely incredible job on our wedding photos!! From the very beginning of our engagement shoot we instantly felt extremely comfortable and confident in our photographer choice. Jess was extremely responsive throughout the whole process and she ensured that our wedding day was captured perfectly. The photos are so gorgeous and a true testament to her extreme talent. She and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with and are highly recommended! Thank you Jessica Painter Photography!"

~ Alexis, Wedding, August 2017

 

 

"Jessica did a great job at our wedding! She was very pregnant with twins and did not skip a beat! She was professional and really cared about what my husband and I wanted! I have recommended her to everyone I know! Thank you Jessica for capturing such lovely moments at our wedding!"

~ Courtney, Wedding, April 2017

"There are so many wonderful things I can say about Jessica Painter Photography! My husband and I got married in 2016 and had been engaged for 2 years. As soon as he popped the question I began my search for a photographer and found Jessica. She is the definition of professional AND patient! I can recall emailing her many, many times throughout those two years and she was prompt and courteous in each reply. She truly eased my worries and was a saint to answer all of my questions. Jessica and her husband Ed made everyone feel so comfortable in front of the camera during the big day. She was able to capture every shot I had envisioned being taken and exceeded my expectations when we received our photos! It was like reliving the whole day again. After the wedding is over, you have your memories and photos to remember it by and she created such a stunning visual of how the day unfolded. During the album process, she was again patient as can be and answered ALL of my design questions. I am telling you that during this whole ordeal you will be thinking of questions you cannot fathom of asking until you are in that mindset, and to have a photographer who possesses the ability to address all of your worries with a kind demeanor is such a reassurance. Jessica and Ed are a fantastic team, please do not hesitate to have them capture your happiest moments!"

~ Ashley, Wedding, October 2016

"Jessica Painter was the best decision my husband and I made during our wedding planning process. We were blown away by her on so many levels. When you meet Jessica, you will know right away that she is so passionate about what she does. She is incredibly caring, attentive and just a lovely person inside and out. She will instantly make you feel comfortable in front of that camera, as she uses her humor and her calm cool and collected nature to make the entire experience enjoyable! Her work is art- it is so beautiful and she puts so much effort into her product you will never have doubts about hiring her. She truly captures the moment and the love in every frame. Looking back, I can't imagine going through our wedding day without her. It's like you have a close friend there with you to help you through all the stress of the day. Please do not look further- you will not regret it! She captured one of the best days of our lives and we will be forever grateful for having her apart of our lives! We will cherish these pictures forever!"

~ Leah, Wedding, August 2016

"I don't even know where to begin; we had the best experience with Jessica Painter Photography. Jessica was extremely responsive and helpful throughout the entire planning process. She responded to e-mails within hours and provided recommendations for a number of different vendors when I inquired. We met with Jessica and Ed early on and felt comfortable and excited to work with them on our special day. When the day came we were not disappointed - they were amazing. They continuously bounced different photo ideas off of each other which showed their passion for photography and their commitment to excellence. They were never intrusive and always ensured that we felt comfortable. We are SO excited to see all of photos and based on the teasers expect nothing but the absolute best. I would recommend Jessica Painter Photographer to anyone who is looking for a wedding photographer."

~ Jess, Wedding, September 2015

"Photography was one of the most important decisions for me for our wedding, and I did a ton of research online. Jessica's photos immediately stood out to me and were exactly what I was looking for. From the initial conversation, to the day of the wedding, Jessica was a pleasure to work with. She would always respond promptly to emails, was VERY organized, and had a ton of good ideas. I was stress free the day of the wedding because I had gone through the entire day with her multiple times. Jessica (and her husband Ed!) arrived on time (actually a little early!), immediately set up and started shooting. She discussed the option of a first look with me, and the benefit of having so much extra time to shoot..boy was I glad I took her advice! Not only was it a very special moment just between my husband and I, but it gave us 2 hours prior to the ceremony to really take our time and get every shot we wanted. They did their research and picked beautiful backdrops for our photos! They even battled some difficult weather for us (sorry that you got soaked Ed!!). In the end, everything turned out perfect and we couldn't be happier with the photos we received. We've gotten so many compliments on our photos..even from a set photographer from a major television show that my brother works for! Anyone looking for a photographer for their wedding should hire Jessica Painter Photography..you won't regret it!!"

- Amanda, Wedding, August 2015

"WOW!!! Thank you Jessica Painter for an amazing wedding-photography experience. I was so glad that I had you by our side, capturing all our special moments on the night of our wedding. You were a dream to work with and I am so grateful for your expertise. I know that our photos will turn out amazing... our teasers are already a dream!!!"

- Rhiannon, Wedding, July 2015

"It is hard to put into words how AMAZING it was to work with Jess and Ed of Jessica Painter Photography. Our first meeting with Jess and Ed was awesome. They were relaxed, friendly, and knowledgeable. We were very comfortable with them right from the beginning and it honestly felt like we had known them for years. After the initial meeting, my then fiance and I left with huge grins on our faces. We were so excited! We knew almost instantly that the both of them were meant to be a part of our special day. It was also no coincidence that Jess and Ed tied the knot at the same venue we had chosen. We knew then that if anyone could capture the serene beauty of the grounds and the space, it would be them. During the months before my wedding, Jess was really helpful. She always responded promptly to questions, was open to any suggestions, and was very thorough in her emails and correspondence. When our wedding day arrived, Jess and Ed were fantastic!!! They were prompt, sincere, and professional. Their attention to detail was impeccable! They both made us feel comfortable, made our day flow smoothly, and were so much fun to work with. After reviewing our wedding photos, my husband and I both remarked that our expectations had been far exceeded. Jess and Ed truly captured all of the emotions of our day with perfection- you can both see and feel the pure joy, love, and happiness we felt that day. Many of our guests have commented on the amazing quality of the photos and how truly beautiful they are. I agree 110%! My husband and I are extremely happy that Jess and Ed were able to capture our memories. We highly recommend that you choose Jessica Painter Photography to be a part of your special day as well! :)"

- Stacy, Wedding, October 2014

"We are SO happy we were able to have Jessica Painter Photography as our wedding photographer. Jessica and her husband, Ed, are such sweet people and care so much about each one of their projects. They really put their hearts into their work and it shows. I can't say enough about how great they were to work with. Fun and energetic, with great ideas for unique shots. Both our engagement photos and wedding photos are incredible and somehow just between the two of them they were able to capture every moment and every detail. Deciding on a wedding photographer was the most agonizing decision for us and we are just so thankful we chose Jessica Painter Photography. There is so much to do when planning a wedding, so stop wasting time googling reviews on wedding photographers and just email Jessica! You will not be disappointed. :)"

- Catherine, Wedding, September 2014

"Let me start by saying that I NEVER write reviews. Jessica and Ed were SO good that I almost feel obligated to share. smile emoticon When my husband and I started to shop around for photographers, we were astounded by the prices. Fortunately, I stumbled upon Jessica's wedding wire reviews and saw her phenomenal work. We scheduled an initial meet and greet and the rest was history! It was so important to me that we find a photographer that was both talented and easy going. Jessica and Ed were all that and more. They were fun, beyond professional, and managed to capture every special moment. Needless to say, we are thrilled with the finish product. I should also add that Jessica is extremely responsive. We worked with some vendors who could take up to a week to respond to inquiries, which was fine, but Jessica would often respond with answers to my questions and more within hours. I could go on and on, but in summary, the value of the product that Jessica Painter Photographer provides is stellar."

- Katie, Wedding, September 2014

"LOVE Jessica and Ed! Their pictures capture every emotion of the day, and tell such a story that I do not regret my decision to not have a videographer. I don't think I remember seeing them in action once during the non-posed pictures, and yet the photos are of such high quality! They are also great people to work with, and were always open to what we had in mind. As my family and I have said multiple times after seeing the results - "Worth every penny!". Thank you so much!!"

- Jennifer, Wedding, September 2014

"Jessica Painter Photography is amazing. Jessica and Ed were so professional, kind, and totally open to our ideas. They did a fantastic job capturing our day, and did a great job of including every important moment and detail. They go above and beyond to provide quality, flexibility, and ensure that clients are happy. They're genuinely nice people who we enjoyed getting to know. They are creative, not only in their photographs, but also in giving clients innovative ways to display their memories, from their blog to the app, and everything in between. My husband and I would recommend JPP to any and everyone without hesitation!" 

- Lynn, Bride, June 2014

"WHAT AN AMAZING VENDOR! Jessica Painter Photography (Jessica and Ed) are by far the best in the business. We talked with a lot of photographers around the Capital Region area, and we feel so honored and privileged to have had Jessica Painter Photography be a part of our day. First off, our wedding day was Jessica's Birthday, and she could have said they were unavailable, but she DIDN'T. That's true selflessness right there. Throughout the process, Jessica Painter Photography was as professional as you get. They answers phone calls/emails/messages quickly and is always attentive. They are flexible, creative, and encourage couples to voice what they are looking for with photos. Both our engagement photos and actual wedding photos exceeded our expectations. Jessica Painter Photography goes above and beyond to make sure that they get the shot. I can think of multiple occasions where they did everything they could to make sure they got "just the right photo". Ed even stood on a soaking wet railing two stories in the air to get a shot of us in front of the water. Jessica Painter Photography blows everyone else away, honestly, and this is due to their creative eyes and amazing professionalism. Thank you guys, we love you both and all of the photos! Best decision ever!!"
- Karen, Bride, November 2013

"I give Jessica Painter Photography my absolute highest recommendation! They deserve MORE than five stars! Jessica is SUPER-dooper responsive via e-mail and put my mind at ease each step of the way during the planning process. We also met with Jessica and her husband Ed for coffee early on, and instantly felt comfortable with them. At the wedding, Jessica and Ed were ever-present without being intrusive, offering fun and creative photo ideas (and were extremely open to our ideas!), and worked like troopers. It rained at the end of our reception, and Jessica and Ed suggested getting some cool rainy photos. At one point, my husband and I were standing under a balcony, and Jessica and Ed are maneuvering tons of camera equipment, raincoats, and umbrellas to ensure we got the perfect photo. They go above and beyond for each and every couple they work with. They are both super nice people and I recommend them 100%. Oh, and did I mention their photographs are beautiful?! Jessica and Ed are the BEST."
- Kelly, Bride, September 2013

"Words can’t even begin to describe how amazing Jessica and her husband Ed are! They did both our engagement and wedding pictures and they came out beautiful! I knew from the first phone conversation I had with Jess that I wanted her to be our photographer, she is one of those people that you immediately feel comfortable around, which is definitely important for getting natural looking pictures. Jess and Ed allowed us to be at ease every time we were with them, and on top of that they are so much fun that we had a lot of laughter in our shots. They know how to work every angle to get the best photograph and will go above and beyond to get incredible pictures. There were multiple points during our wedding where they were standing on chairs and moving around the room to capture the perfect image. We have gotten so many compliments on both our engagement and wedding pictures; our friends and family can’t believe how great they turned out. Beyond the photography, they are a dream to work with. They helped us in all aspects of wedding planning, from recommending other vendors to managing the time table on our big day, to giving general advice. My husband and I live out of town and they were incredible about working around our travel schedule to set up our engagement pictures and meetings, and even drove out to my parents house to do so. I would recommend them without a doubt to anyone looking for a photographer."
- Teresa, Bride, July 2013

"Jessica is an amazing photographer and a wonderful person. You should book her now for your wedding day! When I was searching for photographers, Jessica’s work resonated with me. She has a special way of capturing the moment and I love her photos that incorporate the landscape. Jessica and Ed are the perfect team. I never thought I would want or need two photographers on my wedding day, but I think that it is such an advantage. They can capture the same moment from different perspectives, they can actually be in two places at once, and they work really well together. We were extremely comfortable with Jessica and Ed from the moment we met them. In addition to being accomplished photographers, they are warm compassionate people. It didn’t take long to feel like we were friends! Jessica is incredibly responsive via e-mail and since we were planning from a distance, they accommodated us by arranging several phone calls throughout the planning stages. Despite some initial reluctance, we ended up scheduling an engagement session. It is definitely worth it! The ‘e-session’ provided the opportunity to get comfortable in front of the camera, comfortable with Jess and Ed, as well as determine what type of pictures we really liked and didn’t like. It made wedding day run that much smoother. Throughout the wedding day, and particularly once we started getting ready, I barely knew Jessica and Ed were there (in a good way!). Somehow they manage to blend into the environment and are certainly not in your face at all. Our wedding party and several guests commented on how awesome they were. The quality of images that we received is amazing. Jessica posted a blog about our wedding, which everyone loved! Then there is a private online gallery where you can tag your favorites and order prints directly. The usb drive arrived in a beautiful hand crafted wooden box, a special touch!"
- Leanne, Bride, July 2013

"Jessica and Ed were absolutely fantastic to work with! So easygoing, so sweet, and an amazing ability to make you feel completely at ease in front of the camera! They also were ever-present, but not in any way intrusive-- every time we wanted a picture with someone, we'd turn around and one of them would be there, ready with the camera. They were amazing, and we have loved all the pictures we've seen so far-- and can't wait to see the rest!"

- Meg, Wedding, June 2013

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