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Summer Barnhart

Based in the Hudson Valley, I photograph weddings and elopements across the Catskills, Upstate New York, and the Northeast, including [Beacon, Hudson, Kingston, Woodstock, New Paltz, Catskill, Rhinebeck] and surrounding areas.

About Summer 

Hi, I’m Summer—a wedding photographer based in New York’s Hudson Valley, serving couples throughout the Catskills and beyond.

I photograph weddings for people who care more about how it felt than how it looked on Pinterest. The quiet moments. The deep belly laughs. The way your hands find each other without thinking. My approach is rooted in storytelling—documenting your day as it naturally unfolds, with gentle guidance when needed and plenty of space for real connection.

The Hudson Valley and Catskills are home to me. The landscape that so many couples desire help shape how I see and photograph weddings: refined, honest, editorial, a little wild, and deeply human. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement, a celebration under string lights and long tables, or a full weekend wedding with everyone you love, my goal is the same—to create images that feel true to you and timeless years from now.

On a wedding day, I’m equal parts calm presence, quiet observer, and hype person when you need one. I’ll help you feel comfortable in front of the camera (even if you swear you’re “awkward”), while staying out of the way so you can actually live your day.

When I’m not photographing weddings, you can usually find me with my family and spending time in the Adirondacks—all things that keep me inspired and grounded.

If you’re planning a wedding in the Hudson Valley or Catskills and want photography that feels natural, emotive, and deeply personal, I’d love to tell your story.

My World in a Nutshell...

HER WORK IS ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING. OUR PHOTOS ARE STUNNING, CLASSIC, AND TIMELESS. I AM COMPLETELY OBSESSED WITH THEM.

—  Heather, 2022 Bride

- I'm addicted to caffeine, Zara's, sushi,  

BEHIND THE LENS

MEET Summer

Photographer, artist, mother, outdoor lover, inspired by movement & motion, good light, and you.

I 'm a wife and mother. I love lazy Saturday mornings with a cup of coffee. I prefer nights on the couch with my family but also enjoy craft beers and apps in a swanky bar. I love being outdoors and I'm eternally grateful I get to experience all four seasons! I dig personal touches & homemade items over commercial goods. Admittedly, I also love shopping on Amazon Prime.

When I'm not in the Hudson Valley, you can find me enjoying time up in the Adirondacks at my second home. I find myself drawn to nature and the world we live in and often let it act as my muse when shooting.