NYC, Upstate & Destination Weddings
FILM + DIGITAL. HEARTFELT. ARTFUL. MOMENTS YOU’LL RETURN TO

 

Bride and groom sipping drinks at wedding reception table, rustic red barn wood wall backdrop, candid film photography.

 

CAMERA SHY? THAT’S OKAY. I FOCUS ON THE REAL STUFF > THE MOMENTS YOU’RE TOO BUSY FEELING TO NOTICE.

 

 

HEY YOU TWO, I’M CLAUDIA, AND BEFORE YOU EVEN GET INTO PRICING OR PACKAGES, I JUST WANT TO SAY THIS:

 

Professional photographer wearing beige blazer poses with camera on white bedding in minimalist portrait series.

 

I care a lot about how your photos feel. Not just how they look, but what they hold. You know those moments that happen when you’re not performing, when you lean into each other mid-laugh, or your hands find each other without thinking? That’s the stuff that gets me. That’s what I chase.

I’m not a “pose and smile” kind of photographer. I’ll give direction when you need it, but mostly I want you to exist in your day. Laugh, cry, dance, eat your cake, get a little messy. My approach is a mix of film and digital, artful but honest, editorial but human.

What I really want is for you to look back at your gallery and feel it all over again , the light, the noise, the calm, the blur of it all. Because at the end of the day, that’s what lasts.

I only take on a limited number of intimate weddings each year because I like to know the people I photograph. I want to learn what’s important to you, who makes you laugh, and what moments matter most.

So, if you’re looking for someone who’s as invested in your story as you are, I’m all in.


 

 

Justine And Kevin - Their Experience:


"Claudia truly cares for the people she captures and it shows in her work. She takes the time to ensure that the photos are the best that they possibly can be for her clients, and you can see and feel the time and care that goes into each and every photo. She used both digital and film photos and reproduced the magic of our wedding through both mediums phenomenally"


 

Guests enjoy a candlelit dinner party at a long rustic table in a warmly lit red dining room.

What It’s Like Working With a Big Romantic Softie:

A Romantic at Heart

I’m a big romance mush at heart. I tear up during vows, I notice the way someone reaches for a hand mid-speech, and I’ll probably whisper “oh wow, that’s beautiful” under my breath at least five times during your day.

Reading the Room

I’m sensitive to energy, I feel people’s moods and dynamics almost instantly and that intuition shapes how I photograph. It helps me know when to step in, when to hang back, and when to just let the moment breathe.

The Calm and the Hype

I’m naturally gentle but also a total hype woman when you need one.
Candid black and white wedding photo showing joyful laughter during an emotional moment at the ceremony.

Guided, Never Posed

If you need direction, I’ll guide you through it in a way that feels effortless and natural. And when the moment hits, when it’s raw, emotional, or completely unplanned, I’ll be there, quietly catching it without interrupting.

Digital for Motion, Film for Heart

My process blends digital and film because I love the balance they bring, digital captures movement, film captures emotion. Together they create that nostalgic, cinematic feeling that makes your photos feel like memories instead of poses.

This Is How I Speak

Photography is how I express my feelings, it’s how I process love, light, and everything in between.

 

Recent Galleries


Take a look, feel the stories for yourself.

 

 

A & M

Brooklyn Rooftop Ceremony and West Village Intimate Dinner

 

I & A

NYC Elopement

 

I & F

New Jersey Church Ceremony and Pool Party

Curated Packages for Small, Meaningful Weddings (50 Guests & Under)


As a film and digital photographer, my pricing reflects the intentional craft and artistry that goes into both mediums.

Package 1

Starting at: $5,000

 

Full Micro/Intimate Experience

Coverage: Getting ready, ceremony, portraits and intimate dinner

Lead photographer (Claudia) for 6 hours


Assistant for gear, film & additional coverage


6 rolls of film (mix of 35mm + medium format)


Timeline planning & guidance


Online gallery + slideshow app


High-resolution images for print & sharing


Intimate wedding guide with vendor tips & details


Coordination With Vendors


Travel within Long Island & NYC included


Perfect for couples wanting a full day feel in a smaller way.

Package 2

Starting at: 3,800

 

The In-Between

Coverage: Ceremony, portraits, and a second location.

Lead photographer (Claudia) for 4 hours

Assistant for gear & film only

3 rolls of film (mix of 35mm + medium format)

Timeline planning & guidance

Online gallery + slideshow app

High-resolution images for print & sharing

Travel within Long Island & NYC included

Ideal for couples who want just the key moments captured.

Package 3 Starting at: $1,800

 

The Just Us

For couples who want a quiet, intentional wedding day focused entirely on each other only.

 Lead photographer (Claudia) for 2 hours


1 roll of film (35mm)


Timeline planning & guidance


Online gallery + slideshow app


High-resolution images for print & sharing


Travel within Long Island & NYC included


Designed for celebrations with only the couple present.
Up to 2 hours of photography coverage
Couple-only experience (couple + photographer)
Ceremony coverage
Guided couple portraits
Location recommendations and planning assistance
Professionally edited online gallery
Personal printing rights
For celebrations including family, friends, or a private dinner, please inquire about our Intimate Celebration Collection.

Additional a-la-carte

 

The Extras That Matter

Additional coverage / $400/hr


Second photographer for full coverage / $500

Engagement session 1hr / $650 (NYC & LI travel included)
*Comes with an engagement session guide filled with tips and details.

Extra film coverage / 3 rolls for $350

FILM EXPLAINED

Film isn’t just a look — it’s the texture, depth, and emotion of your day, captured in a way that feels alive. Every frame is intentional
A couple in formal attire dance together in a room with soft lighting and an American flag in the background.

I don’t give exact numbers for how many film photos you’ll get, because each roll is a mix of 35mm and medium format (120), and I choose what to shoot based on the moment. Sometimes a candid moment calls for 35mm; sometimes a quiet, artful portrait feels right for medium format.


If you’d like to learn more about film, take a peek at my film blog for all the details https://www.claudiavayala.com/blog/film/

35mm: 24-36 frames per roll, perfect for capturing spontaneous, in-the-moment storytelling.


Medium format (120): 12–16 frames per roll, ideal for rich, deliberate portraits.

An elegant outdoor wedding reception table setup with white linens and cross-back chairs amid lush fall foliage and ornamental grasses.
A sequence of close-up wedding photos showing hands with rings, embraces, and romantic moments in soft lighting.
A couple in formal attire dance together in a dimly lit venue with dark wood floors and leather booth seating.

Next Steps:


Most of what you need to know is right here on this pricing page, everything from what’s included to how I work.

The contract will cover the finer details, but our call is really about one thing:
a vibe check.

I encourage you to take the time to read through this page, sit with it, and jot down any questions that aren’t answered here.

First Step :

Schedule a call from the link below.

The Conversation :

The call is simply to see if it feels right together.

Where We Go From Here :

I’ll send the contract after our call for you to review. Please note that dates aren’t held, bookings are first come, first served.

Lock It In! :

Once you’re ready to make it official, you can sign and submit your non-refundable deposit. While spots do get booked, there’s no rush, reserve your date when it feels right!
A couple embraces in front of a large backdrop featuring a grand historic building under dramatic clouds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT’S YOUR COMMUNICATION STYLE?

I overcommunicate in the best way: clear updates, quick responses, and full transparency from booking to gallery delivery.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Many Photos For The Engagement Session?

You'll receive about 100-150 photos, depending on how many hours we shoot

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How many weeks does it take to RECEIVE my photos?

Elopement galleries are delivered within 5 weeks, and intimate weddings within 6 weeks. You’ll receive a confirmed delivery date for both in your post-session email. I want you to have a date you can look forward to, like a second celebration waiting for you!

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Film, digital, emotion, and instinct, that’s my blend.

 

Sunlit corridor with large windows and white walls creating dramatic shadows on film.
Close-up view of feet in white pants and brown leather shoes standing on green and dark wooden flooring.
Elegant wedding reception tables decorated with orange floral centerpieces, white linens and gold accents.
A couple in formal attire performs a dance sequence against a white wall with colorful vertical stripes.
A romantic black and white photo series showing a couple in wedding attire walking along a stone path through the woods.
Long wooden tables with white linens are set up outdoors for an elegant garden wedding reception under autumn trees.
A wedding couple shares an umbrella while walking down a brick sidewalk in a series of black and white photos.