Business Details
Your Trusted Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer
Par La Mer Photography was founded on the belief that every moment deserves to be preserved with authenticity and artistry. As a photographer with decades of experience, I specialize in capturing the emotional essence of weddings and personal milestones through a unique blend of digital and film photography. My approach combines a deep appreciation for vintage techniques with modern storytelling, ensuring each image reflects the genuine connection between subjects and their surroundings. With a background rooted in documentary-style photography and a passion for analog film, I offer clients a personalized experience that prioritizes their vision and comfort. My work is defined by a commitment to detail, from crafting custom timelines that streamline the wedding day to hand-editing every image in my private darkroom studio.Clients consistently praise the timeless quality of my photographs, which balance editorial precision with heartfelt spontaneity. Whether documenting a wedding or creating intimate boudoir portraits, I strive to make every session a collaborative and memorable experience. My dedication to preserving the tactile beauty of film extends to offering heirloom albums and prints designed to withstand generations. Based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, I serve clients across New York, Connecticut, and the Hudson Valley, bringing both technical expertise and a warm, personable approach to every project.
Services
Wedding Photography
Boudoir Sessions
Family Lifestyle Photos
Film Processing
Heirloom Albums
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in wedding and lifestyle photography.
- Our unique mix of digital and film creates distinctive, lasting imagery.
- Custom timelines ensure stress-free, personalized client experiences.
- Darkroom-processed film adds tactile, vintage-inspired quality to every shoot.
- Heirloom albums preserve memories for generations with archival materials.
What people say
Stunning photos
Authentic moments
Professional and friendly
Seamless process
Artistic flair
Services
Wedding Photography
Specializing in capturing weddings with a blend of documentary-style and artistic composition. Using both digital and film cameras, sessions prioritize emotional authenticity and client comfort. The service includes custom timeline planning, on-site guidance, and hand-edited images delivered within 12 weeks.
Boudoir Sessions
Empowering boudoir photography that celebrates individuality and confidence. Conducted in a relaxed studio environment, these sessions combine soft lighting and artistic framing to create images that feel both personal and timeless. All sessions include wardrobe consultation and professional retouching.
Family Lifestyle Photos
Candid family photography that captures natural interactions in everyday settings. The approach focuses on genuine connections rather than posed shots, using available light to create warm, narrative-driven images that reflect each family's unique dynamic and environment.
Film Processing
Professional film development services using traditional darkroom techniques. Available for both 35mm and 120mm formats, this service preserves the tactile quality of film through careful chemical processing and archival storage recommendations for long-term preservation.
Heirloom Albums
Custom-designed albums using archival-quality materials for lasting preservation. Each book combines curated image selection with premium paper and binding techniques to create a tangible storytelling piece that maintains its vibrancy for generations.
People
Tonya
Founder & Lead Photographer
With over 15 years of experience, Tonya specializes in wedding and lifestyle photography using both digital and film. She holds a degree in Visual Arts and has been featured in multiple photography publications for her unique blend of documentary and artistic styles.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
I combine documentary-style candid shots with artistic composition, using both digital and film cameras to create emotionally authentic imagery.
Do you offer film photography services?
Yes, I include film processing in all sessions using my private darkroom, offering a tactile, vintage-inspired quality to your photographs.
Which areas do you serve?
I primarily serve New York City, Connecticut, and the Hudson Valley, with availability for destination weddings and events.
How long does it take to receive edited photos?
Wedding galleries are delivered within 12 weeks, while smaller sessions typically take 4-6 weeks for full editing and curation.
Are payment plans available?
Yes, I offer flexible payment options with deposits required to secure booking dates, followed by scheduled installments before your event.
Do you provide printed products?
I offer custom heirloom albums and archival prints designed to maintain quality for generations, using premium materials and binding techniques.