PHOTOGRAPHER | Cheyanna De Nicola

Jul 23
2 min read

Based between NYC and the Hudson Valley, Cheyanna De Nicola specialises in digital, 35mm and 120 film photography and has over a decade of experience. Her style merges editorial and documentary photography with a relaxed, easygoing approach. Cheyanna De Nicola leans into the ways in which her couples move together in real life, crafting imagery in which they truly see themselves.

Tell us about your business!

I’m a wedding photographer based between NYC and the Hudson Valley, with over 10 years of experience. I document weddings on digital and 35mm/120 film, and working with film is an integral part of my process. I’m passionate about meeting people in the moment on wedding days and helping my couples remember what it all felt like.

What would you like couples to know about you?

Approachability and relatability are super important to me, and I always like my clients to know upfront that working with me is going to be laidback and easy. I’m always going to lean into the ways in which my couples move together in real life, and in doing so I can create imagery that they really recognize themselves in.

Where are you based?

I’m based between NYC and the Hudson Valley.

How would you describe your style?

A blend of editorial and documentary. Easy going and modern.

What inspires you?

Midcentury modern anything, grandparents at weddings, clean lines, couples who love a bit of whimsy.

How would you describe your working style?

My working style is easy going, laid back and supportive. Over the years I’ve refined a ton of techniques to provide guidance and direction to my couples so that no matter what, they feel natural and relaxed while being photographed.

Do you shoot digitally, on film or both?

Both! Film is an integral part of my process, and at this stage in my career, I use digital to complement my film work.

Do you have custom packages according to individual needs?

Yes absolutely! I am always open to creating custom packages, particularly for full wedding weekends, or elopements/micro-weddings.

What is a favourite product or service that you offer and why?

I love my full wedding day package which is 10+ hours of coverage because it gives me time to settle in and document everything that is happening and having that amount of time is really reflected in a final gallery.

Where would you love to travel to for work?

I would love to document a wedding in South Africa, Italy or Columbia!