Wedding Photographer and Videographer in Staten Island, NY
Waterfront catering halls, garden ceremonies and harbor views across Staten Island, reached by the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.
Staten Island weddings have a character of their own. Families tend to be close, guest lists tend to be generous, and many receptions take place in waterfront catering halls built for long nights on the dance floor. As a Staten Island wedding photographer and videographer, we cover those big celebrations as well as garden ceremonies and smaller gatherings with harbor views.
Venues on Staten Island
The borough’s best-known wedding venues are its catering halls, many on or near the water along the South Shore and the Arthur Kill. These rooms often have dramatic entrances, grand staircases and outdoor terraces for portraits at sunset. On the North Shore, Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden is a popular setting for garden ceremonies and portraits, with historic Greek Revival buildings and formal gardens. Couples also choose restaurants, hotel ballrooms and family homes for smaller events and the days around the wedding.
Catering halls run efficient timelines, often with a cocktail hour in one room and the reception in another, and sometimes more than one wedding in the building at once. We work with the hall’s coordinator on when the room opens for detail photos and where family portraits can happen without blocking traffic.
South Asian families on Staten Island
Staten Island is home to a well-established Sri Lankan community around Tompkinsville and the North Shore, as well as Indian and Pakistani families across the borough. Weddings for these families can include a Mehndi or Haldi at home, a temple or hall ceremony, and a reception in one of the larger halls. For Tamil-speaking families, a South Indian ceremony with an early Muhurtham, the Thaali tying and Saptapadi may be part of the plan. Our South Asian wedding photography and South Indian wedding photography pages cover how we approach each tradition.
Getting there
From our studio we reach Staten Island by the Belt Parkway and the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. Belt Parkway traffic can be heavy, so we leave generous time for early starts. Staten Island is also a natural stop on the way to Central New Jersey, which helps when a wedding weekend splits between the two.
Engagement shoots and light
Staten Island has more open space than people expect. Snug Harbor’s gardens and courtyards are lovely in spring and early summer. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk at South Beach gives you the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge as a backdrop, best at sunset. Conference House Park in Tottenville has a historic house and shoreline at the island’s southern tip, and Fort Wadsworth looks across the Narrows toward Brooklyn. The Staten Island Ferry itself, with the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline, makes for a playful, free stop on an engagement shoot.
Fall brings warm color to the Greenbelt and the North Shore hills, and summer evenings give long golden light over the water on the South Shore.
Services on Staten Island
- Wedding photography for catering hall and garden weddings
- Event photography for sweet 16s, birthdays and anniversaries
Staten Island is part of our New York City coverage. Contact us with your date.
Landmarks and photo spots on Staten Island
Staten Island offers gardens, historic sites and some of the best views back toward Manhattan. Some of these places ask for a permit or a fee for professional sessions; we check the current rules before we book a time.
Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden
Google MapsA historic campus of Greek Revival buildings and gardens, including the walled New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden.
St. George waterfront
Google MapsThe esplanade by the ferry terminal, with views across the harbor to lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty.
Fort Wadsworth
Google MapsA historic fort at the water’s edge beneath the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, with sweeping views of the Narrows.
Conference House Park
Google MapsA waterfront park at the southern tip of the island with a historic stone house, lawns and beach.
What Couples Say About Working With Jay’s Team
In their own words on Google: four-day weddings, Diwali parties, anniversaries and more.
A Virk
From start to finish, Jay and his entire team made our wedding experience effortless, joyful, and incredibly special. We had a four-day wedding celebration with a mix of Indian and American events, and somehow they captured everything, every emotion, every ritual, every candid moment, without ever feeling intrusive or stressful. Jay is not only an insanely talented photographer, but also a calm, organized, and reassuring presence. His team kept everything running smoothly, helped guide us when needed, and truly understood the flow and importance of both cultures. From Punjabi ceremonies to the American wedding events, they knew exactly what moments mattered and how to document them beautifully. What stood out most was how easy they made the entire process. During a long, multi-day wedding, that peace of mind is priceless. If you are looking for a photography team that is professional, culturally fluent, incredibly hardworking, and genuinely invested in your experience, I cannot recommend Verma Photography enough. We would choose them again in a heartbeat and recommend them to anyone and everyone.
Naresh Kumar
We recently had the pleasure of booking Verma Photography for our anniversary, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, the team was professional, friendly, and attentive to every detail. They captured every moment beautifully, from the candid smiles to the emotional vows, with a perfect mix of traditional and creative angles. We highly recommend Verma Photography & Videography for anyone looking to capture their wedding day in a truly stunning way and look forward to working with them again soon!
Rahual Kumar
I recently booked Verma photography for my brother's wedding. Jay and his team were beyond amazing and so easy to work with. They were very professional and the photos/videos were delivered on time with such great attention to detail. Would recommend Jay and his team to anyone for top quality service
Saajan Shah
When you work with Verma Photography, you don't just get amazing photos and videos to remember your events by. You also have a lot of fun and feel valued as a client. We hired Verma Photography for our destination wedding and we had a wonderful time working with them. They all were kind and professional, they kept us smiling and laughing throughout the whole weekend, they were respectful of our time and our schedule, and they interacted very well with our guests and vendors. They understand that it isn't just about the photos and videos, but also being able to read the clients' needs, energy, comfort level, and vision. Leading up to our wedding, they took the time to understand what our vision was. They showed great enthusiasm and professionalism from start to finish. They were always prepared and on time, and they handled challenges very well. The entire Verma Photography team works really hard while striving to give the best results. We enjoyed working with them, we loved the photos and videos they delivered, and we know we'll be looking to hire them again in the future. The entire experience that we had working with Verma Photography exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend them for any of your photo and video needs!
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