James Hardman Photography

and natural, and his photos captured the magic of our day. He's also just a really nice guy. I'd highly recommend James, and bonus: he turned around our sneak peek album 2 days after our wedding day.

ould’ve wanted and more—they truly capture the essence of the day, and are so creative and wonderful. We are so happy that we chose to work with James!!

os back to us! He was a real talent for capturing the natural lighting of the environment.

enjoying our day. James was perfect! We FLEW through our posed photos, while still capturing all of the images and group combinations we wanted, and received beautiful candid shots that captured our day without any camera-shyness or discomfort on our part, since James blended right in. We also had a death in our family shortly after our wedding and when we requested photos of our family member who had passed, James came through within just a few days (during wedding season!) to share them with us, which was so helpful to our family during a difficult time. Thanks James!

tting unique and memorable shots. He was diligent and responsive at answering all of our questions leading up to our wedding, and on our big day he really came through for us. We got through planned family and wedding party shots efficiently, and we’ve been thrilled with all the finished pictures he sent us. Would definitely recommend!

ly found the good moments with my elderly parents but also was able to get on the same level of our nieces and nephews, capturing wonderful and meaningful moments. James is intuitive in reading the room and brought an energy of calm to our event, all while capturing incredible and beautiful photographs that we will treasure forever.

e final gallery, James made one huge part of the wedding planning process that much easier on us. Throughout these conversations, James heard us and ensured we knew what to expect. He was also always so compassionate about the crazy process of planning a wedding which I really appreciated. It is also worth mentioning that my partner and I are not necessarily "camera people" but James did not ever make us feel awkward and never imposed himself on the day of the wedding. In fact, he worked so quickly and seamlessly to get every family portrait we wanted and showed the magic of the day so beautifully with his talent and hard work. When we snuck out of the reception to do portraits here are things I noticed: 1) how at ease I felt and how much fun my partner and I were having in front of the camera, 2) that James worked so well with our coordinator and did the most to capture the most magnificent photos, and 3) that he is just such a kind and compassionate person who understood that we wanted to maximize the time we spent celebrating. I am still blown away by the magic that James created in his photos for our special day and will cherish them forever!

ue. James was easy to work with and blended right into the day. He accommodated any needs. We had highlight photos back almost immediately and the rest came back in the promised timeline. We have really enjoyed looking through all the memories of our beautiful wedding day!

also incredibly wonderful to work with the day of the wedding and his intimate knowledge of Portland made the day easy. We simply hopped in James' car and he took us to some of the more beautiful and intimate corners of the city. After getting the photos, we couldn't have been happier. The tell a real story of the day and capture the magic, humor, and romance of our wedding perfectly. 10/10 experience.

d with the inevitable hiccups, delays, etc. that come with weddings - even the rain that kept us mostly inside all day. Also, it is worth noting that James effortlessly handled blended/chosen family situations (for some of the posed group photos), making everyone feel like they were a special part of the day. Because weddings turn out to be such a whirlwind that go by in a flash, having excellent photos is essential in order to be able to really remember the day! James achieved what we were hoping for, and captured a lot of delightful candid and ‘hidden’ moments during the afternoon/evening with his unique style. The finished photos are excellent, and already very treasured by us, as well as family & friends who have seen them. Out of all the components that go into a wedding - the dinner, cake, drinks, music/dancing, etc. - really one of the only things that lasts past the end of the night are the photos. Because of this (and the other reasons listed above), we’re very glad to have had James behind the camera. If he has availability for your wedding date, just stop looking elsewhere and book him while you can!

scout and pick the perfect locations for both family pictures and our couples photos. He was very flexible and allowed me to hold out on pinpointing locations until we knew the weather. He also provided necessary input on which backdrops would best suite the pictures I wanted. James is an extremely talented photographer! I am so impressed with all of the photographs -the beach pictures he captured are truly phenomenal and surpassed all of my expectations. I was also told that the large window we were married in front of is very difficult to photograph; however, James seemed to do it with ease. The photographs capture the essence of the day so perfectly - some posed, but also all of the candid moments, laughs, and the genuine emotions of the day. Not only is James an incredibly talented photographer he is also a kind and down-to-earth person. I cannot speak his praises enough!

s willing to offer "unconventional" coverage during peak wedding season in Acadia. We were on the verge of deciding to forgo professional photography for the event entirely when I called James. He heard what we were looking for and, rather than pushing us towards more traditional or expensive options, took the time to offer us a package that met our needs with time, location, and price. James was truly a pleasure to communicate with and was consistently warm, friendly, and capable. He brought this same energy to the day and helped us feel comfortable taking photos; we came in a bit nervous to have so many pictures of us taken, but ended up having a blast! And of course, James's photos are of the highest quality. He captured so many beautiful moments and scenes, we are still astounded as to the results of his time. We are so grateful to have these incredible photos to remember a special day in our lives.

moods. He is assuring, kind, and organized. He's an artist with a gift for capturing days and presenting them, like a gorgeous bouquet, to couples lucky enough to have him. Thank you, James!

d was always there to answer emails or have a quick phone call during the planning process. He captured everything we asked for and more. We asked him to be invisible day of and just capture the day and he absolutely did not let us down! We cannot wait to continue to relive our best day ever by sharing and reviewing our photos!

day, it ended up pouring rain. James was such a good sport and weathered the rain with us happily. The photos (esp. in the rain) came out incredible. We're so happy with them.

ned out great! He was professional and easy to work with. We were able to get all of the shots we wanted and we loved James’ candid photography style. The photos were truly reflective of how great the day was.

ons throughout the park for couples and family portraits. Even though there were just a few of us there, he was sneakily able to capture many beautiful candid moments! We would highly recommend James to any couple.

feel at ease, and allowing us to focus on the moment and not worry about how the photos were turning out (and they were turning out great). It was fun to work with someone so talented, and the end results are amazing–a true documentation of the day and its various stages, and some really fun photographs of the people we love the most. One of the best parts about working with James was that he was able to capture not just us and what we were doing, but the people who joined us–our friends and family with young kids, our parents, aunts and uncles. For that reason, the photos we received are ones we can look at often, and not just to remember our wedding!

ary-style and candid way of capturing the day as well as his relaxed and thoughtful personality. Our wedding was on a cloudless and sunny day in June, and James was challenged with finding good lighting for our first look and portraits which took place around 2:30pm when the sun is the brightest, which didn't make for the most flattering natural light. He scouted out the perfect spots to take photos during the afternoon and they turned out beautiful. He also pulled us away for some golden hour shots which might be my favorite from the day! My husband and I are not very comfortable in front of the camera, but James as able to put us at ease and get some really amazing shots. James was a pleasure to have around on our wedding day and I would highly recommend him to anyone in the New England area!

and was extremely efficient at getting all those big family/ group photos done during cocktail hour so we could enjoy the day. The photos he captured are stunning and we couldn't be happier! Thank you James!

photos came out. I look forward to hiring him for our wedding the moment we settle on a date. Thanks James!

e needed to make our day a success. He was so on top of our shot list! It was perfect! I got every shot I wanted and even more that I never knew I needed! A year later my wedding album is a daily open tab on my browser that I look through regularly. He did an incredible job memorializing our perfect day! Thank you so much James!!

cherished for the rest of our lives. His style of work fit perfectly with our vision. We strongly recommend James Hardman Photography. Thank you, James!

ire day. A highly recommended choice for your wedding photography!

our day and all our important moments. All our friends and family are so impressed by the photos and we're eager to frame and hang up our favourites. Not only are the photos great, but James was so easy to work with from beginning to end, while being flexible through multiple COVID reschedulings. On the day of the wedding, James was a pleasure to be around, putting us at ease and feeling like a friend. James's presence made our wedding day better. At the event, we hardly noticed James was there, and looking at the photos we find ourselves saying "How did he get that photo?!? We didn't even notice him at that moment!" -- yet he was still involved when needed and helped suggest the right time and place for certain photos. We wouldn't hesitate to hire James again and we wholeheartedly recommend him to other couples!

special aspect of our wedding was incredible. His calm personality allowed us to feel completely natural in our photos. And his ability to not just document ourselves and our guests but the beautiful landscape around us was impressive. We highly recommend James for anyone looking for the best wedding photographer around!

re notoriously bad at posing for photos, but James helped us feel so comfortable on the day that we not only got amazing shots but had fun too! I especially love the candid pics he took of our guests and the venue, and that our family was able to order their own prints online. I am so thankful that James was able to capture our special day, and I can't recommend him enough!

ur wedding day. In fact, we loved James so much from the moment we met him for our engagement shoot in 2019 that we booked him for our COVID micro-wedding in 2020 and obviously had him back with gusto for our 7/24/21 bash! He documented each of these three events with such faithful commitment that my husband and I will be sharing these photos with friends and loved ones for years and years to come. His documentary style ensures that you're really going to remember how you felt, what you were wearing, who was there, and the overall wonder it was to just BE at your own wedding. Plus, the way he edits photos is just magic. He not only gets the best shots, the ones you really want, but he makes sure that each and every photo could be blown up and hung on the wall and look like a masterpiece. My husband and I could not have chosen a more perfect photographer for all our special days. Thank you, James, for everything!!

want and more from a wedding photographer. He put everyone at ease and that level of comfort shown thru in every photo. His creativity was evident too throughout the process-- from our pre-wedding discussions to his decisions day-of on when/ where/ and what angles to shoot. Despite getting married on a very busy day at the Portland Head Light, you'd have guessed from every photo that we were the only two people in the world. The photos themselves were beyond my wildest imagination. They are simply stunning and truly timeless; and now, my absolute greatest treasure. His gift is priceless, and I only hope I have an opportunity to work with him again in the future!

redibly easy to work with, had fun ideas throughout the day and most importantly, the pictures turned out incredible. We had high expectations after seeing James' previous work, and he was somehow able to exceed those. Stop your search because you found the right person!

dding photos and they are beautiful. He did a perfect job at capture all the little moments and the happiness of the day. James really showed his integrity when COVID hit. He was one of our only vendors that proactively reached out, not to push business, but to check in on us and just let us know he was along for the ride however the pandemic affected our wedding. And he was. Through all of our changes he was agreeable and the photos he captured for what turned out to be a mini wedding are stunning. We are looking forward to working with James again when we hopefully have a larger reception in 2021.

ing her feel comfortable. He was organized in planning and was always willing to answer questions we had as they came up! On the day of, he quietly moved around capturing moments we may have otherwise missed but also made sure to get every photo we had mentioned or asked for. We were extremely appreciative of everything he did and would recommend him to anyone!

rget he is there, and he captures the most beautiful moments. I am obsessed with our pictures, the colors, and how magical he made our backyard wedding look. And we haven’t even gotten all of our pictures back yet! We have gotten incredible compliments from family and friends— not to mention he is an absolute joy to have around. Highly recommend!

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hat the photos of our wedding reflected what we wanted. He was laidback, friendly and professional and, most importantly, the results were stunning! He managed to capture every special moment and the photos bring back all the feelings from our special day. My husband and I highly recommend James to those who are looking for a photographer who puts everybody he works with at ease and provides spectacular photos - you will not be disappointed!

l through to the delivery of the photos James was communicative and accommodating. On the day itself James made the whole experience enjoyable and easy going. James was very well informed on the brief that we had agreed beforehand and had picked some excellent spots for our pre-ceremony and first look photos. During the rest of the reception James captured the atmosphere of the day perfectly without feeling intrusive. His style and framing of the photos is exactly what we were looking for and his easy manner made it all the more fun to work with him. We would highly recommend James as a wedding photographer, it was simply a pleasure to have him photograph our wedding. Thank you James. Maria and Tom

our plan for the day. You could immediately tell James has a relaxed disposition and was willing to be flexible to help us feel confident. James stayed in contact with us throughout the time leading up to our wedding. He came with us to preview the venue and get a sense of what he might do. On the day of the wedding James was an amazing balance between listening to what we wanted and being a professional and taking the lead when we were unsure and needed an expert's eye. James captured amazing pictures over the course of the eight plus hours. Our families were stunned by the quality and artistry of the photos he delivered to us. The pictures he was able to get made us wonder how it was we never noticed him. Overall, the best part of James is his friendliness. Weddings obviously have many facets that can be stressful, but James and his work was the exact opposite. We were so happy to talk with him, see him, and set-up our photo album after with him. We genuinely felt like we had a friend photographing our wedding. We wholeheartedly recommend James for your wedding. You will be so relieved by his easy-going nature and expertise. Thank you James!

ble to capture the spirit of the day with candid photos, while also capturing the more formal photos that we also wanted. As two over-planners, we loved his suggestion to map out the different groups for our formal photos so that we could take them more efficiently. It went so smoothly that we hardly missed any of our cocktail hour. Even better, the pictures turned out great! James went above and beyond, from driving out to meet us at the wedding site to make sure he knew all the best locations to shoot ahead of time, to researching where the sun would be at the exact day and time of our wedding so that he could work with the lighting to get some perfect pictures. James also coordinated seamlessly with our videographer on our wedding day and they collaborated in a really positive way. James blended right in at our wedding and managed to capture the day without intruding on the energy and natural flow of our day. Countless people have commented to us that they really liked his approach and went out of their way to say that they thought he did a great job. It also helps that he is a really nice guy! The photos he took were simply stunning, capturing the love and joy that we and our guests felt that day. We highly recommend James!

id back and calm, which helped keep us chill throughout the wedding planning process. And perhaps most importantly, his photos are absolutely beautiful! James was very communicative leading up to the wedding, and provided his expert recommendations when we asked for it, but also let us dictate things and emphasize what was important to us. He shot beautiful engagement photos for us last winter, so we knew that having James around for our wedding photos would be another wonderful experience, which it was! During the big day, James wrangled our large and loud families for portraits, knew just how to adjust photos to embrace the rain that showed up that day, and otherwise captured beautiful, candid, authentic pictures. We've only seen the sneak previews so far but they are GORGEOUS and I can't wait to relive the day through his lens when we get the rest. Thanks so much for your work, professionalism and communication James!