Cleveland Wedding Photographer
Honest Moments,
On your wedding day, you will experience sincere emotions and heartfelt moments. My job is to capture those feelings and to document those moments for you with conviction and artistic integrity so that you can remember them forever. You have one day to start a your new life together. You have one chance to get it right. There is one choice that you can make to guarantee that you get the best pictures possible.
One day. One Chance. One Choice.
Experienced
Decades of experience as a reliable and trustworthy wedding collaborator
Genuine.
Unmistakeable.
Iconic.
Wow! Larry Spencer was absolutely amazing. You get so much more than what you pay for when you work with Larry. He was worth every penny (and then some).I could not recommend him more highly.
Emma Cleary
Bride
I am Larry Spencer
Over that last 24 years, I’ve documented events all over our great city. From Severance Hall and Wade Oval Park, to downtown Cleveland and the Flats, I’ve become intimately familiar with the beauty of every corner around the city.
Other than my son’s, Elliot and Simon, there is nothing more important to me than making my clients look their best and documenting their day as uniquely and as beautifully as possible. Combining classic posing that you come to expect with wedding photography with candid, photojournalistic pictures that reflect the genuine moments that always happen on a wedding day. My goal is to take truthful pictures that make you feel those moments every time that you view them.
I’ve been awarded the distinction as a “Master Photographer” from the Professional Photographers of America and have obtained numerous professional photographic awards. One of the most experienced photographers in Ohio, I am an expert in every type of lighting which will ensure that, no matter where you decide to have your day, I can handle it deftly.
Your day will revolve around moments with the people that you care about the most. I will be there to capture the genuine moments that fly by in an instant so that they can last forever.
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Stunning Wedding Photos
If I could give Larry a million stars, I would. Alas, 5 is the highest Google allows. I would recommend Larry to ANYONE who is looking for stunning wedding photos that are truly works of art and that can be cherished for years to come.
Amber Mezera
Bride
September 25, 2024
Larry was one of the best decisions we made regarding our wedding! From the moment we met him in person, we knew he was someone deeply passionate about his art. And he's definitely a true artist. Some of photographs he took could pass for classic oil paintings they were so timeless and wonderful - definitely family heirloom quality! He's also so easy to talk to and really wants a sense of what we truly wanted to capture from our big day. We told him we wanted some portraits but the majority of the time just wanted candids and natural moments captured so that we could fully be in the moment with our guests. And boy did he deliver! There were pictures from the reception that I had no idea he even was present for because he really let us be in our element. For that I'm super grateful. He is also someone who goes above and beyond to capture the minutia of the day. He was there with us from the time makeup and hair started to the very last dance. He would get on the ground if needed to capture that perfect shot and was so mindful of the natural lighting to help us capture some truly magical moments. We truly cannot recommend Larry enough
August 26, 2024
My husband I wanted a wedding photographer with an artistic flair who would focus on capturing moments in addition to traditional formal portraits, and we could not have chosen anyone better! Our package included 2 days of photography, engagement pictures, an album and print credits, with the option to add more coverage paid on an hourly basis. Larry is professional, efficient and EXTREMELY talented. Neither of us has been professionally photographed for anything other than a work ID picture, but he made us very comfortable by mostly just letting us be ourselves (apart from a few posed portraits), which resulted in truly stunning pictures. We loved our pictures so much that we had to have him document a little backyard party we threw when we signed our marriage certificate too. For our combined Indian-Scottish wedding, Larry took the time to meet with us and learn our story, build a photography timeline including our families and wedding party members, and make a list of our must-have shots. We ended up getting upwards of 2000 pictures of our 2.5 day long wedding weekend! Apart from really artistic pictures of all the custom details we designed, Larry included all our guests in capturing some really lovely candid moments. He had the foresight to realize that the Indian ceremony would be VERY detailed, and brought along a second photographer, Diego, to ensure that they didn't miss anything. After the ceremonies, he kept us from getting distracted so that we got multiple versions of portraits with our families and all members of the wedding party as well. And our newlywed portraits, including a little sneak-away session we had in the middle of our reception, are genuine works of art. Also, he somehow managed to get us all of these edited pictures in less than 2 weeks!!! Larry has our highest recommendation for anyone looking to truly capture easy-to-miss special moments in a dramatic, artistic way. We cannot wait to work with him on family pictures again!
June 6, 2024
Larry Spencer did a fantastic job on our engagement and wedding photos, we could not have asked for better! He did a great job at capturing both of our personalities in the photos, and we are grateful to have these memories to look back on.
The Photos were SPECTACULAR!
“The photos were spectacular. I dare anyone to find anyone better than this photographer. He is a master at his craft, energetic, creative, professional and kind. I wholeheartedly recommend Spencer Photography for all occasions. We won’t go anywhere else going forward.”
Cyndee Burke
His work was extraordinary
“Larry did both of my daughters weddings within 18 months. His work was extraordinary for both events! He made each event different and unique. The memories that were captured on each of these special days will be with us forever. He just doesn’t capture the day, he captures the emotion of the day. Most of my friends are awed by any photo I show them.”
Jan Gray
Get In Touch
I’m excited to hear from you! Your interest in Spencer Photography is greatly appreciated. I document a very limited number of weddings per year so that my clients can have an exceptional experience. Once you submit the contact form, I can let you know if I have your date available.
Being able to discuss your wedding in detail, and ensuring that we are a good fit for each other is essential. So, the next step in the process is to arrange a time so speak on the phone with each other so that we can get to know each other better.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where are you located?
I work as a Cleveland wedding photographer working out of Shaker Heights, which is just east of downtown.
2. How can we book you?
A $1,500 retainer will reserve your day.
3. Do you do traditional famliy pictures on my day?
Absolutely. Although the majority of your pictures will be candids, or photojournalistic images, we take time out of your day to formally document all of the people that are important to you.
4. Do you use a shot list.
Yes. This ties in with doing family pictures. Many photographers will tell you that using a shot list will distract from the real moments of your day. That outlook is ridiculous (I mean, we can multi-task, can't we?). We will discuss all of the significant pictures and I will notate them so that we document everything that is important to you. There is nothing worse than realizing after your day is over that you missed important pictures.
5. How soon after my wedding can I expect my photos?
I, typically, try to get your pictures back to you within two weeks of your wedding day.
Areas Served
Akron, Bay Village, Beachwood, Bentleyville, Brecksville, Bratenahl, Canton, Chagrin Falls, Cleveland, Cuyahoga Falls, Gates Mills, Hudson, Hunting Valley, Moreland Hills, Orange, Pepper Pike, Solon and Beyond
