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About this vendor

Why couples choose this vendor

•Master photographers with 20+ years luxury wedding experience
•Editorial photography style with unscripted, romantic aesthetic
•Two-photographer teams included in standard wedding packages
•Specializes in destination weddings and luxury editorial imagery
•Over 20 years featured in prominent publications

Experience

Michelle Carpenter Photography is led by master photographers Michelle Carpenter and Adam Clear with over 20 years of combined experience in wedding, editorial, and commercial photography. The studio has been featured in multiple publications and maintains a reputation for luxury wedding imagery.

Service Area

The studio serves Rhode Island, Newport, Providence, Boston, Cape Cod, and destinations beyond. Destination wedding packages are available.

Pricing

Wedding packages start at $2,195 for 6 hours coverage with two photographers and unlimited hi-resolution digital images. Boudoir sessions begin at $1,250, and headshot/lifestyle sessions are $150.

Perfect for

Luxury SeekersModern CouplesDestination Weddings

Specialties

Luxury Wedding PhotographyDestination WeddingsBoudoir PhotographyEditorial PhotographyElopementsCommercial Photography

Serves

NewportProvidenceBostonthe CapeSmithfieldEast ProvidenceYork, ME

Aesthetic Profile

Romantic Classic32%

Moody Dramatic22%

Intimate Emotional11%

Bright Airy

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About this vendor

Why couples choose this vendor

•Master photographers with 20+ years luxury wedding experience
•Editorial photography style with unscripted, romantic aesthetic
•Two-photographer teams included in standard wedding packages
•Specializes in destination weddings and luxury editorial imagery
•Over 20 years featured in prominent publications

Experience

Service Area

The studio serves Rhode Island, Newport, Providence, Boston, Cape Cod, and destinations beyond. Destination wedding packages are available.

Pricing

Wedding packages start at $2,195 for 6 hours coverage with two photographers and unlimited hi-resolution digital images. Boudoir sessions begin at $1,250, and headshot/lifestyle sessions are $150.

Perfect for

Luxury SeekersModern CouplesDestination Weddings

Specialties

Luxury Wedding PhotographyDestination WeddingsBoudoir PhotographyEditorial PhotographyElopementsCommercial Photography

Serves

NewportProvidenceBostonthe CapeSmithfieldEast ProvidenceYork, ME

Aesthetic Profile

Romantic Classic32%

Moody Dramatic22%

Intimate Emotional11%

Bright Airy

Michelle Carpenter Photography

5.0 (175 reviews)Smithfield, RIResponds within 5 days

Michelle Carpenter Photography: Luxury Wedding & Editorial Imagery

RomanticStarts at $2,195Second shooterEngagement session

Michelle Carpenter Photography is a Rhode Island-based studio led by master photographers Michelle Carpenter and Adam Clear, specializing in luxury wedding photography with over 20 years of experience. The team captures romantic, unscripted moments infused with joy and personal style, serving fashion-forward couples seeking timeless, elegant imagery with contemporary flair. Their signature approach blends relaxed fun with technical precision and editorial artistry. Beyond weddings, the studio offers destination wedding packages, boudoir photography, headshot and branding services, and commercial work. A featured wedding coordinator noted that Michelle's professionalism ensures events flow seamlessly while delivering breathtaking images. The studio has been featured in multiple publications and serves Rhode Island, Boston, the Cape, and beyond.

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Overall rating

5.0

175 reviews

Reviews by platform

The Knot5.0 (100 reviews)

The Knot5.0 (101 reviews)

Zola5.0 (5 reviews)

Rating breakdown

Based on 105 reviews available here

AI Summary

A wedding coordinator with extensive experience working alongside Michelle praised the studio's professionalism, reliability, and ability to deliver breathtaking images while keeping events on schedule and running smoothly.

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Alexandra C.The Knot

Jan 2, 2026

5/5

We worked with Michelle & Hailey for our engagement shoot & our wedding on November 1st! Michelle is a great photographer and really knew how to make us feel relaxed in all of the chaos, both for our ...

Tayla B.The Knot

May 21, 2025

5/5

Amazing!! Loved every second of having Michelle & Adam for our wedding day. Really went above and beyond for us and for that we are truly thankful & blessed!

Amanda L.The Knot

Aug 6, 2024

5/5

Michelle and Adam I cannot thank you enough for being a part of my big day. You both made Chris and I feel at ease throughout the entire process. Michelle and Adam have an energy and chemistry like ...

Traveling B.Zola

Jun 17, 2024

5/5

I had the pleasure of working with Michelle Carpenter Photography at a recent wedding. We were hired to provide the bride with hair and makeup. Michelle is incredibly talented and extremely skilled be...

The A.Zola

Apr 10, 2024

5/5

Michelle is and has always been a pleasure to work with! She is fun, professional, and also takes exquisite photos. She had been on our preferred vendor list for years as she is one of the best photog...

Kayla L.Zola

Apr 10, 2024

5/5

As a wedding coordinator and event manager, I have worked with Michelle several times. I am always relieved when I see Michelle listed as a vendor. I know that I will have no issues, the event will fl...

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5.0

175 reviews

Reviews by platform

The Knot5.0 (100 reviews)

The Knot5.0 (101 reviews)

Zola5.0 (5 reviews)

Rating breakdown

Based on 105 reviews available here

AI Summary

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Alexandra C.The Knot

Jan 2, 2026

5/5

Tayla B.The Knot

May 21, 2025

5/5

Amazing!! Loved every second of having Michelle & Adam for our wedding day. Really went above and beyond for us and for that we are truly thankful & blessed!

Amanda L.The Knot

Aug 6, 2024

5/5

Traveling B.Zola

Jun 17, 2024

5/5

The A.Zola

Apr 10, 2024

5/5

Kayla L.Zola

Apr 10, 2024

5/5

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