Forged In The North Photography

Forged In The North is a small collective of wedding photographers and cinematographers based in Brooklyn. Ryan and Heidi lead the group, working alongside Paul, Benjamin and Benett, and between them they cover both stills and film. They work across New York City and travel widely for weddings further afield.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

The collective is built for couples who would rather live their wedding than stand around posing for it. If you want a record of how the day actually felt, with real reactions and the people you love caught off guard, their candid, story-led approach is a strong fit. Having photo and film from one connected team also means fewer people to brief and a single, consistent eye on the whole day.

What they offer

• Wedding photography in digital and film formats
• Wedding films from the same collective
• Engagement sessions
• A second photographer for larger days
• Drone photography where the location allows
• Edited images with online proofing and printing rights

How they work

The team aims to tell the story of your day rather than stage it. Couples describe the results as natural and unforced, with most of the best moments happening while nobody is looking at the camera. Shooting on film as well as digital gives the work a warm, slightly timeless quality that suits relaxed city weddings and big country celebrations alike. You can add extra hours, a second shooter or film coverage depending on how much of the day you want covered.

Where they cover

The collective is based in Brooklyn and photographs and films weddings throughout New York City and the wider region. They travel regularly for destination weddings, both elsewhere in the US and abroad, so they are worth a conversation wherever you plan to marry.