What are the hours of operation for Amy Milstein Photography?

Because of the nature of my business, the hours that I'm available to respond to inquiries vary, but I’m generally available any day of the week from 8am to 6pm, meaning if you contact me during those hours you’ll get a response right away (or I’ll answer the phone if you call). In any case I always respond to inquiries within 24 hours.

Where does Amy Milstein Photography provide its services?

I’m based in New York City, and routinely shoot weddings and events in the 5 boroughs, Long Island and the Tri-State area (NY, NJ and CT).

Can I hire Amy Milstein Photography for my wedding if it is outside of these areas?

Absolutely! I’ll travel anywhere in the United States and will also shoot destination weddings or events anywhere in the world. Please contact me directly to discuss your plans.

Do I need to pay extra for travel fees if I live outside of Connecticut, New York, Long Island, or New Jersey?

If I can reach the event venue or location in under an hour via public transportation, there is no additional cost for travel. Any location requiring me to travel for more than an hour or by car will incur an additional cost, depending on the distance and time involved; any overnight stays are also additional.

How can I contact Amy Milstein Photography to hire her for my wedding or event?

You can contact me through my website, amymilstein.com/contact, by email at amy@amymilstein.com or by phone/text at (646) 339-3336. Let me know a bit about your plans; I look forward to working together and delivering a gallery of images that tell the honest, authentic story of your day and that you’ll treasure forever!

What is Documentary Wedding Photography?

Documentary Wedding Photography is a style of wedding photography that aims to capture candid, spontaneous moments as they happen, rather than staging posed shots. This approach often results in more honest, emotional images that reflect the unique personalities and experiences of the couple and their guests.

What are the benefits of Documentary Wedding Photography?

The benefits of Documentary Wedding Photography are that it captures the real, unscripted moments of your wedding day, preserving memories that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. It allows you to spend the day with your family, friends, and new spouse rather than needing to take large chunks of time to be directed into static poses for long shot lists. Instead, you’ll have genuine, honest images that allow you to look back and relive the day with your loved ones in a way you’ll treasure forever.

Amy Milstein is a photographer based in New York City. She specializes in Documentary Wedding Photography, as well as documentary family photography, studio portraiture and headshots.

What services does Amy Milstein Photography offer?

Amy Milstein Photography offers a variety of photography services, including Documentary Wedding Photography and documentary family photography. Her website includes a portfolio of her work, a contact page, and information about her professional background.

How can I contact Amy Milstein Photography?

You can contact Amy Milstein Photography by phone at (646) 339-3336 or by email at amy@amymilstein.com. She is located at 142 West End Ave #7U in New York, NY 10023.

Does Amy Milstein Photography travel for weddings?

Yes, Amy Milstein Photography is available for travel to photograph weddings and events.

Documentary Wedding Photography NYC

Your wedding is unique. Your photos should be, too!

“Thank you for capturing our special day and being a wonderful and calming presence.. your energy made all the difference in the overall mood of the afternoon.

Your wedding experience and ability to guide us throughout the day was something we didn’t know we needed.

All in all you were amazing and we were so grateful to have you in our supporting cast.”

— Ed & Leighana

Just after their wedding, this bride and groom hold each other close and share a laugh of pure joy.

“The photos are incredible. We are so grateful to have had you with us for the celebration!

Your calm and relaxed energy made everyone feel comfortable and easy, and our wedding photos reflect the joy and soaring spirit of the day.

Thank you!”

— Michael & Maria

The bride lifts her bouquet in triumph as she and the groom leave their wedding at the Jefferson Market Library Garden.

A little something extra

Photofilms are a great way to get a glimpse of a beautiful day and a feel for my aesthetic. Michael and Maria’s wedding was the perfect wedding to feature here. This is a highlight film, but each couple will receive a full length photofilm of the best images from their wedding day in addition to the online gallery.

“Thank you so much for helping to make the day so special. We all loved hanging out with you and the photos are gorgeous!”

— Colin & Andrew

The two grooms laugh with happiness just after their wedding in Brooklyn Bridge Park

Amy Milstein looks at the camera while sunbeams stream around her head.

I’m a Documentary Wedding Photographer

But I’m not the only one. Why should you work with me?

My #1 comment from couples is that my presence was calming and reassuring. Weddings can be hectic and stressful (even amid the joy), and being told I helped alleviate that stress is something I’m proud of.
I’m good at reading the room. In other words, if the vibe is chatty and upbeat, I’m right there with it. If the bridal party is quieter and more reserved, so am I. I’ll never impose my own ideas of what “should” be onto a couple. The wedding day is yours - I’m just there to document it!

3. No shot lists. I don’t work with a shot list. I find they interrupt the flow of the day and are pretty much the antithesis of what documentary wedding photography is all about. The venue, the details, the dress and your families are all awesome, and will be featured in photos taken as the day unfolds, naturally and with no artifice.

4. I’m at your wedding because I want to be there. No packing the schedule for me! Ideally I shoot no more than 12-15 weddings a year, which means I can give your wedding the energy, time and attention it deserves.

5. The images, of course. Every wedding is different, and the images should be, too. I have no preconceived notions of what your photos need to look like. As spontaneous moments occur and the events of the day unfold, I’m there to capture them. My style mixed with your style and personality will always equal unique, individual images that look like no one else’s.

If this sounds good to you. If something resonated as you were reading this list, and if my images feel like you, contact me . I’d love to speak with you about your plans and your vision for your wedding day.

Amy Milstein stands at Bethesda Terrance, checking her camera

Documentary Wedding Photography Tells the Story You Create

The Bride and Groom pretend to "run" to the marriage bureau in Lower Manhattan.

Couples often ask me what’s the one thing I would suggest to make their wedding (and therefore the photos) great. My answer is always, “Have the wedding you want. Not the wedding someone else wants for you.” As a true documentary photographer I don’t manipulate the day. I’m just there to experience it with you and capture as many real moments as I can.

A bride and groom prepare to break two glasses to seal their wedding in this documentary wedding photo

Wedding

The moment when two lives become one, and all the emotions that go with it - that’s what documentary wedding photography captures. Unique, genuine, unforgettable.

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Family

Two become three, and often four and more! Kids grow up in seconds, seemingly in the matter of a blink or two, which is why family sessions are among the most popular documentary subjects. Never static, ever changing, always beautiful.

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