Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer Blog Featuring Real Weddings, Engagement Sessions, and Planning Advice


Welcome to the Krutick Photography blog, a go-to resource for couples planning weddings in the Hudson Valley, Westchester, Catskills, and the New York metro area.


This blog features real weddings, engagement sessions, and wedding planning advice to help you navigate everything from choosing the right venue to building a timeline that allows for natural, candid photography. You’ll also find detailed venue guides, full wedding galleries, and tips based on real wedding day experience.


If you’re searching for a Hudson Valley wedding photographer and want a better understanding of how photography works throughout the day, you’ll find practical insight here.

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Outdoor wedding ceremony at a rustic red barn venue with guests gathered beneath a draped arch on a cloudy day.
  • Advice

March 25, 2026

How to Choose the Right Wedding Photographer

  • Advice
Outdoor wedding ceremony at a rustic red barn venue with guests gathered beneath a draped arch on a cloudy day.
  • Advice

March 25, 2026

The Complete Hudson Valley Wedding Photography Guide (Everything You Need to Know)

  • Advice
A couple strolls down the middle of a small town street lined with parked cars and historic buildings.
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March 18, 2026

Engagement Photo Session Tips: How to Get Natural, Timeless Engagement Photos

  • Advice
A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

December 13, 2025

A December Wedding at Hudson Lofts in Irvington, NY

  • Weddings
A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

November 1, 2025

Rosie & Spencer’s November Wedding at Seminary Hill in Callicoon, NY

  • Weddings
A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

October 26, 2025

Dassi & Greg’s Tappan Hill Mansion Wedding in Tarrytown, NY

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A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

September 13, 2025

Fall Wedding at the Inn at West Settlement

  • Weddings
A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

August 8, 2025

Summer Wedding at Westchester Country Club

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A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

May 25, 2025

Ryan & Angela’s May Wedding at The Boathouse at Diamond Mills in Saugerties, NY

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A tree-lined driveway leads to a yellow house in autumn with vibrant orange and yellow foliage framing the path.
  • Advice

April 30, 2025

Best Spots for Engagement Photos in the Hudson Valley

  • Advice
White wedding invitation with turquoise ribbon detail and gold accent on distressed teal surface next to wedding rings.
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April 3, 2025

Wedding Timeline Tips: Plan a Smooth, Stress-Free Wedding Day in the Hudson Valley

  • Advice
A couple strolls down the middle of a small town street lined with parked cars and historic buildings.
  • Advice

April 2, 2025

Why Engagement Sessions Matter: 7 Reasons Every Couple Should Do One Before the Big Day

  • Advice
Wooden benches arranged for an outdoor wedding ceremony with floral arch and coastal mountain views in the background.
  • Advice

March 28, 2025

Why Investing in a Wedding Photographer Is the Best Decision You’ll Make

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Stone cottage with turret and winding gravel path through lush garden in rural hillside setting.
  • Advice

March 24, 2025

Top Wedding Venues in the Hudson Valley - Ultimate Guide for Couples

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An outdoor wedding ceremony under a floral arch with officiating and guests in formal attire.
  • Advice

March 20, 2025

Do You Need a Second Photographer for Your Wedding?

  • Advice
A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

January 25, 2025

A Winter Wedding at Hudson Lofts - Irvington, NY

  • Weddings
A vintage black and white photo of two people holding hands in front of an entrance gate to a garden.
  • Engagements

November 29, 2024

Hudson Valley Engagement Session at Vanderbilt Mansion in Hyde Park, NY

  • Engagements
A couple stands on a snowy beach during their winter wedding with mountains and water in the background.
  • Weddings

September 7, 2024

Nathan & Diane’s Summer Wedding at Lambs Hill in Beacon, NY

  • Weddings
A joyful outdoor wedding celebration with guests seated on wooden benches in a lush garden setting.
  • Weddings

August 31, 2024

Rustic Wedding at Holcomb Farms - West Granby, CT

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Couple walking down a path at the Red Maple Vineyard, West Park, NY
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May 31, 2024

Red Maple Vineyard - A Wedding to Remember - West Park, NY

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