Life is full of butterfly effect moments that you don't see coming. You do see this one coming, and I want to be there to make sure you can remember it beautifully.
Let me help you remember your wedding.
Life is full of butterfly effect moments that you don't see coming. You do see this one coming, and I want to be there to make sure you can remember it beautifully.
Let me help you remember your wedding.
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Hi, my name is William.
I have been photographing the important moments at people’s weddings for almost 20 years. It’s not that I just love weddings, it’s that seldom are so many things that will matter for the rest of your life happening in such a short period of time, and seldom are so many of them at risk of being lost to memory forever. I see meaning in those moments unfolding around me, even when others often don’t, and I hate that they are so fleeting. I’m here to try and do something about it.
- 20 Years of Wedding Experience
- Great Communication
- Detail Oriented
My Clients Really Like Working With Me
Wedding photography is basically every kind of photography, all rolled into about 8 short hours. Everyone is having a lot of feelings, and lots of things can go wrong. A photographer who knows how to make a plan, and then knows how to anticipate what to do when that plan gets thrown out the window is valuable. Next to a dedicated wedding planner, they might just be the most valuable asset you can have on your wedding day. That’s what I do, and I love it. Just check out the hundreds of people who have trusted my experience to help them have a great experience on their wedding day.
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Extraordinary Wedding Photography Experience.
Petruzzo Photography was not only incredibly communicative but also had a fantastic sense of humor, making us feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire wedding process. From the initial contact to the final delivery, they were always quick to respond to any questions we had, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience.
Now, let me tell you about their dedication. They literally bent over backwards to accommodate our constantly changing schedule and the unpredictable weather. Rain or shine, they were ready with a smile and a camera, making sure every moment was perfectly captured. And as if that wasn’t enough, they cheerfully followed us to a local brewery to snap some of the most amazing photos of the day.
And let’s not forget our dog! Petruzzo Photography treated her like a VIP, including her in many of the shots and capturing her playful spirit perfectly. She was as much a part of the day as we were, and the photos with her are some of our favorites.
Their ability to capture every moment, both big and small, was truly impressive. The end result? Photos that exceeded our wildest expectations.
Petruzzo Photography’s creativity, professionalism, and dedication to ensuring we had beautiful photos that captured the essence of our special day truly shined through. We are grateful for the memories they have helped us immortalize and would highly recommend their services to any couple looking for a talented, personable, and downright fun photographer. Cheers to Petruzzo Photography!
~ Erik
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Petruzzo Photography absolutely exceeded our expectations. William is AMAZING at what he does. My husband and I know nothing about posing and how to make photos look good, so he gave us the best tips and coaching a long the way to make the photos look incredible. William did our engagement photos and then our wedding photos (with his associate Felipe), which absolutely blew us away. He really understands how to use natural light and incorporate natural elements in his work.
~ Lauren
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Had an incredible experience working with William. The main products (the photos) were fantastic, and William made the atmosphere fun throughout the entire shoot. He made sure every member of the party was involved.
If you’re looking for a photographer who not only delivers exceptional work but also brings an abundance of laughter and positivity to the table, William is the best I’ve worked with!
~ Arun
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Petruzzo Photography was AMAZING! I can’t speak highly enough. As a person who doesn’t love getting their picture taken, William immediately made me feel relaxed and excited. He has an infectious sense of humor and a keen eye for detail. My loved ones gushed over him all night! I fall more in love with our wedding pictures every day. If you’re looking for a photographer in the DMV area, Petruzzo Photography is the only way to go!
~ Michaela E.
Your Wedding Photography, Step by Step
A tremendous amount of planning will go into your wedding, and your photography is no different. So what’s it like to work with me? Let’s walk through the whole thing, step by step.
Get Booked
Hold Your Engagement Session
Engagement Photos Are Edited & Delivered
Plan Your Wedding
Give Me All the Details You Have About Your Wedding Day
Get On The Phone to Review Our Coverage Plan Together
The Wedding Day
Images Are Backed Up
Images Are Surveyed
Previews Are Ready!
Editing is Underway
Your Full Gallery is Ready!
Choose Your Favorites For Your Album
Your Album is Being Designed
Your First Proof is Ready
Submit revisions or go to print
Your album arrives!
Learn more now!
I will never share your information with anyone, and I will never spam you.
Or, text or call me any time at 410-417-8206
These Are Your Stories
A gallery full of wedding photos is the result of sometimes hundreds of hours planning, preparing, shooting, curating, editing and making sure everything is just right. There is often just too much of my heart and soul in those galleries to just send them and be done with it. My wedding blog is an opportunity to fulfill that desire, while also showcasing the moments from the real weddings that I put so much energy into. These are real stories, from perspective, complete with a whole boatload of images.
Erik & Alex’s Wedding
at Mt. Washington Mill Dye House
Baltimore. Beer. Dogs. In the following, we’re going to get into the behind the scenes story that brought Erik & Alex’s wedding photos to life, from my perspective as an old friend of Erik and their photographer for the day. I’ll walk you through the memorable moments that unexpectedly started at Union Craft Brewing and ended the historic Mt Washington Mill Dye House in Baltimore. I’ll talk about the challenges wrought by rain, wind and technical peculiarities around the light. We’ll look at how we used the various venue spaces, how our associate vendors, Copper Kitchen, Thurman & Fig, and the Bachelor Boys Band made things fun, memorable and delicious. And, I’ll introduce you to the unsung star of the day, Poppy, the fuzzy white ball of energy I didn’t get nearly enough time to play with. The blog post is filled with dozens of images and the stories behind them, and the gallery at the end showcases more than 230 of my favorites from the day.
Keely & Ralen’s Wedding
at The Barns at Hamilton Station Vineyard
Keely & Ralen’s wedding day was the art of adaptation in wedding photography. Meeting the couple for the first time on their wedding day was a departure from our usual process, but a well-devised plan made sure that the lack of an engagement session didn’t impact the quality of the photos. This wedding, which took place at The Barns at Hamilton Station—a venue we’re very well acquainted with, was filled with new challenges unique to this wedding. In this story, we’ll talk about how we overcame a hiccup with daylight saving time that could have disrupted the photography schedule, but with flexibility on our side, we captured some stunning images against the venue’s beautiful backdrops. We’ll also talk about how under the right circumstances and old tradition, like a receiving line, can spontaneously spring back to life and add a special charm to the experience on a wedding day. Plus, we’ll talk about how the collaboration with my second photographer, Felipe, and the debutant wedding planner, Marina, was key to navigating the day seamlessly. This wedding reinforced a valuable lesson: the ability to swiftly adapt to unforeseen circumstances is essential, ensuring that every important memory is captured with authenticity and beauty. Read on for the full story and to see more than 150 images from the big day.
Michaela & Casey’s Wedding
at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge
We’re about to get into the story of Michaela & Casey’s wedding day from my perspective as their photographer. I’ll walk you through a play by play of how everything came together at the Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Gambrills, Maryland. From our close call with a autumn festival that tried its darnedest to make us late, to the daring feats of a human pyramid of groomsmen, we’re going to look through some of my favorite images from the day and how they came to exist in the first place. Casey & Michaela’s wedding represents not only a fantastic reflection of these two individuals starting down a road together, but also a great example of how a wedding doesn’t have to be huge and complicated to also be beautiful and special. And, we’re going to look at how the different vendors brought their A-game to the table and showed an uncommonly close attention to detail that made a small event into something remarkable.
Lindsay & Matt’s Wedding
at The Great Room at Savage Mill
Felipe and I had the pleasure of capturing this special day for Lindsay & Matt, filled with a packed schedule, and tons of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. From Lindsay’s first steps out of the car directly into the first look with Matt, to the lively reception helmed by DJ Maxim, we navigated the winding hallways and vast perimeters Savage Mill, capturing the spirit of the couple’s love story. We’ll walk you through the big day, sharing insights into our photographic process, the venue’s charm, and the couple’s special moments. This post concludes with a gallery of more than 250 images, allowing you to browse through the day.
Your Investment
Packages with Two Photographers
Starting at $3,780
Traditional wedding packages providing coverage with two photographers for 6 to 12 hours. Perfect for medium to large wedding parties and big guest lists.
- Meticulous Planning
- No Travel Fees
- High Resolution Digital Files
- All Images Edited
- Online Gallery for One Year
- 4-8 Week Digital Image Delivery
Select Packages Also Include:
- Engagement Session
- $400 Print Credit
- 8x10" Custom Heirloom Album
- Additional Album for Each Set of Parents
- Physical Thumb Drive Delivery
Packages with One Photographer
Starting at $3,180
Traditional wedding packages providing coverage with one photographer for 6 to 12 hours. Perfect for small wedding parties and short guest lists.
- Meticulous Planning
- No Travel Fees
- High Resolution Digital Files
- All Images Edited
- Online Gallery for One Year
- 4-8 Week Digital Image Delivery
Select Packages Also Include:
- Engagement Session
- $250 Print Credit
- 8x10" Custom Heirloom Album
A La Carte
Starting at $550/hour
Simple hourly coverage with one or two photographers, so you can get everything you need, and nothing you don’t.
- Meticulous Planning
- No Travel Fees
- High Resolution Digital Files
- All Images Edited
- Online Gallery for One Year
- 4-8 Week Digital Image Delivery
Learn more now!
I will never share your information with anyone, and I will never spam you.
Or, text or call me any time at 410-417-8206
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hold my engagement session on a weekend?
I don’t have any official blackout dates for engagement sessions, but weekends are typically unavailable. We might get lucky and find one we can work with, but it’s best not to bank on it.
What’s your cancellation policy?
Cancellations are rare, but unfortunately they do happen occasionally. Your deposit and any money you already paid, sometimes referred to as a retainer, will be non-refundable. If your cancellation takes place more than 90 days before your original wedding date, the cancellation can happen without any further payments due. If you cancellation takes place less than 90 days in advance, I will do my best to rebook your wedding date, and if I am successful, no further payments will be due. However, if the date cannot be rebooked, you will still owe the remaining balance on your contract.
Will you visit my wedding venue with me?
I have been doing this for a very long time, and it’s uncommon to come across a challenging venue I don’t know how to approach, so it’s rare that a visit to your venue is necessary prior to your wedding day, but it’s not unheard of. If your venue is on non-commercial property, is extremely large, or has some uniquely peculiar technical features, I might opt to pay the location a visit beforehand. If you want me to visit the venue even if I don’t think it’s necessary, this is a service you’ll pay a consulting fee for. Alternatively, if your venue is in my service area and you plan to do an engagement session with me, we can schedule the engagement session at the venue at no additional charge.
What payment methods do you accept?
I accept check and ACH payments as well as credit and debit card payments. I recommend making digital payments with ACH in order to avoid credit card service charges. ACH payments run through the same secure portal as credit card payments, so I will never have access to your account details.
Do you require a deposit?
I collect a 50% deposit at the time of booking, with the remaining payment due 10 days before your wedding date.
What if we already had an engagement session? What if you were the photographer?
Engagement sessions are included with some bookings as a courtesy. While you’re free to opt out of the engagement session if you like, I do not adjust the package price for that reason. If an engagement session is included with your booking, I recommend that you do it, even if you have already done one. However, if you and I worked on your engagement session and you choose to book a package which includes an engagement session, I can offset the price of your wedding package by the amount you paid for your engagement session.
Who will my photographer be?
This is a small team. Your photographer will either be William or Felipe, or both. I also work with a small network of associates who help out when needed.
How long before the images are finished?
Unlike many photographers, I am not just slapping a filter on the images and hitting send, therefore editing can take a little longer. The average turn around time for wedding photos is 4 to 8 weeks. It is sometimes quicker than this, and occasionally a little longer for weddings that pose unique technical challenges. I will always keep you in the loop when facing a delay.
How many images are included? Is there a limit?
Since every wedding is different, it’s not possible to determine with certainty how many images will be delivered, but there is no limit. In general, a team of two photographers will create around 100-150 images per hour.
Do you use AI?
I will utilize AI non-intrusively throughout the editing process to help improve efficiency and make sure your images are delivered in a timely manner. In some cases I may also use generative AI to touch up images in ways that would be unrealistic otherwise, for example, to remove a trash can from a complex scene or sweat stains from a winkled dress shirt. Most likely you will never notice. I will never send you a fully AI-generated image. It will always be the real you in the image.
Will you photoshop my images?
Depending on the context of the image, I might remove some non-permanent blemishes and might slightly soften skin where it looks unnaturally rough. On portraits, I generally do not perform major cosmetic adjustments.
Will the images be edited?
Absolutely. Every image I deliver will be processed to look its best. This typically means adjustments to color and tone, and in some cases light retouching.
Do you work with a shot list?
Yes and no. While planning your wedding day coverage with you, I’ll develop a list of photos I might not otherwise know to look for (for example, details you DIY’d, important people, etc), and I’ll have a general list of high priority images for various parts of your wedding day to improve my chances of getting everything that’s important to you. For things like family portraits, I will use a very specific list of images. I’m trying to strike a balance between check lists and organic spontaneity though, so I want to avoid a bloated list.
How far in advance should we book?
I recommend that you book your wedding photography 10 months to one year in advance of your wedding day. Last minute bookings are occasionally available though, so don’t hesitate to ask!
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I will never share your information with anyone, and I will never spam you.