Idalia Photography

Idalia Photography NJ Wedding and Portrait Photographers located in Point Pleasant, NJ Based in Central NJ.

NJ Wedding Photographers, Idalia Photography, specialize in wedding photography for romantic, timeless, and classic weddings.

Christie & Mark 🤍 Indian Trail ClubOn-site prep, a first look and portraits before their church ceremony, then an aftern...
09/03/2026

Christie & Mark 🤍 Indian Trail Club

On-site prep, a first look and portraits before their church ceremony, then an afternoon by the lake with the whole wedding party cheering them on. Christie added sleeves to her gown for the ceremony — such a beautiful detail. Every moment of this day felt unhurried, thanks to a gorgeous timeline built by Wedding Planner | NJ | NYC | LA | Destination Weddings that left so much room to just enjoy it all.

Soft blues and blush, stunning tablescapes, and a reception that felt as joyful as they did.

Venue: The Lake House at Indian Trail Club
Wedding Planner: Wedding Planner | NJ | NYC | LA | Destination Weddings
Photographer: Mike + Katie Alex Peterson | NJ & NYC Wedding Photographer
Hair & Makeup: CAIT BRONSKY BEAUTY CO
Florals: Jardiniere Fine Flowers
Entertainment: Troy Curtis Entertainment | TCE
Invitations: Little Black Dress Paperie | Custom Wedding Invitation Design

Annalise & Matthew - as classic as it gets. 🤍They spent the day at the Ryland Inn surrounded by the most romantic blush,...
08/25/2026

Annalise & Matthew - as classic as it gets. 🤍

They spent the day at the Ryland Inn surrounded by the most romantic blush, blue, and lavender florals, then slipped away for their ceremony at Our Lady of Perpetual Help before coming back to celebrate in black tie style. No first look, but they exchanged letters beforehand - just enough to settle the nerves before that aisle reveal.

Annalise arrived in a Rolls Royce and later changed into a second dress made from her mother’s wedding gown to dance the night away in — heirloom details like that are the ones that stay with you. Jimmy Choo bows, candlelit tablescapes, and a four-tier cake dripping in garden roses rounded out one seriously gorgeous day.

Venue: The Ryland Inn
Photographer: Alex Peterson | NJ & NYC Wedding Photographer
Invites: Little Black Dress Paperie | Custom Wedding Invitation Design
Hair: labellevisagenj
Makeup: labellevisagenj
Florals: Peonies to Paint Chips
Entertainment: Hank Lane Music
Videographer: Above & Beyond Wedding Studio

08/24/2026

Turns out, we were too busy living summer to post about it. 🤍

32 weddings between Memorial Day and Labor Day alone this year. Add in engagement sessions, portrait sessions, editing days, meetings, family time, vacation, summer nights, little adventures and everything in between… and somehow summer happened in the blink of an eye.

Back in July, I thought I’d finally catch up and start sharing everything happening behind the scenes. IG says my last post was on July 9th. 🙃 Clearly, that went well. 😂

But looking back through these clips, I’m kind of glad life won.

This summer was full. Full of work I’m incredibly proud of, places we got to see, people we love, celebrations we were trusted to capture, and memories we got to make ourselves.

And somewhere in the middle of all of it, I kept having those moments where I looked around and realized just how lucky I am to do all of this alongside the absolute best team. There’s no way this season happens without them. 🤍

There is SO much I haven’t shared yet - and maybe eventually I’ll catch up.

But for now, here’s a little bit of the summer that kept us too busy to post about it.

Taylor & Jake picked one of the hottest days of the summer to say “I do” - with temperatures reaching 100°+, you’d think...
07/09/2026

Taylor & Jake picked one of the hottest days of the summer to say “I do” - with temperatures reaching 100°+, you’d think the weather would steal the show but it certainly did not!

Instead, the day became a perfect example of how a little flexibility goes a long way. We found a shaded spot for their first look and portraits, took breaks indoors when we needed to cool off, and were especially grateful for Indian Trail Club’s beautiful cocktail hour space, which gave us a light-filled location for portraits without missing a beat.

When it was time for the outdoor ceremony, a welcome breeze rolled through just as guests settled in. Between that and the fans Taylor & Jake thoughtfully provided, everyone was able to stay comfortable and focus on what mattered most - the two of them.

And once the reception began? The dance floor had more than enough energy to make everyone forget it was 100 degrees outside.

A little heat wasn’t going to stop this celebration. 🤍



Venue: The Lake House at Indian Trail Club 
Photographer: Alex Peterson | NJ & NYC Wedding Photographer
Hair: New Jersey Bridal Hairstylist | Educator 
Makeup: Leia 
Florals: Bella Fiori Floral & Event Design 
Entertainment: Michael Chieffo 
Videographer: NJ Wedding Videographer

I’m Alex — photographer, founder, and the woman behind Idalia Photography and Idalia Bo***ir. Ten years ago, I walked aw...
06/25/2026

I’m Alex — photographer, founder, and the woman behind Idalia Photography and Idalia Bo***ir.

Ten years ago, I walked away from a 14-year teaching career to build something I couldn’t fully see yet. No business plan. No guarantee. I just knew I had to try. I remember the fear. I also remember the feeling that this was exactly what I was supposed to do.

What I couldn’t have predicted was how much the people on the other side of my camera would shape who I became. The couples who booked me when my portfolio was thin and my confidence was thinner. The brides who handed me the most important day of their lives and said “I trust you”. The families who kept coming back. The women who cried in my studio because they finally saw themselves the way I saw them.
You built this with me. I want you to know that.

A photograph isn’t just an image — it’s proof. Proof that you were here. That you were loved. That this moment happened and it mattered. And when that image lives in a printed album, on a wall, in the hands of someone who comes after you - it becomes a legacy. That belief has carried into everything I’ve built.

One of the things I’m most proud of is the team I’ve grown alongside. Talented, driven people who are becoming. To lead well, share what I’ve learned, & create space for them to build something of their own — that matters to me as much as anything else.

Over the last few years I’ve also been building our bo***ir studio - a space where women come to be seen. Not just to create a gift or mark a milestone. But to exist in their own beauty and be witnessed. Built with an all-female team, because we believe a woman who walks through that door should feel safe, held, and completely at ease.

These photos were taken by my team photographer Chelsea — and stepping in front of the camera reminded me exactly how vulnerable that feels. How much trust it takes. It’s something I carry with me every single time.

10 years ago I took the leap. 14 years in, I am more grateful than I have words for. Whether you’ve been here from the beginning or you’re just discovering us now — welcome. We’re so glad you’re here.

Some weddings feel like a celebration of not only where a couple is going, but where they’ve built their life together.F...
06/01/2026

Some weddings feel like a celebration of not only where a couple is going, but where they’ve built their life together.

For Taylor and Nick, that place is Red Bank. They began their day overlooking the Navesink River before they exchanged vows at St. James Church. From there, we explored the waterfront for portraits before making our way to Navesink Country Club, where guests celebrated against the backdrop of the same Monmouth County scenery that inspired so much of their wedding day.

Every detail reflected the life they’ve built together. Rich greens mirrored the lush golf course landscape, while soft blues were inspired by the nearby coastal waters. Meaningful heirlooms - including a Waterford Crystal cake cutter that has been used at multiple generations of Nick’s family weddings - added another layer of significance to the celebration.

One of our favorite moments was sneaking away for golden hour portraits as the sun dipped across the course, creating the most incredible glow. And just when we thought the day couldn’t get any better, Taylor changed into a second dress and danced the night away.

A day filled with meaningful places, family traditions, and a beautiful reminder that sometimes the place you call home becomes the perfect place to begin your next chapter.

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Black and white has a way of bringing you back to what you felt.The anticipation before getting dressed. A father seeing...
05/23/2026

Black and white has a way of bringing you back to what you felt.

The anticipation before getting dressed. A father seeing his daughter on her wedding day. The words written down before “I do.” The joy on the dance floor. The in-between moments that somehow become the ones you hold onto most.

Color tells you what it looked like. Black and white reminds you what it felt like.

FAQ: Do you include black and white images in our gallery?
Absolutely. Every image is processed in color first to ensure your gallery feels cohesive and true to the day. From there, we thoughtfully select certain photographs to convert to black and white based on how we feel the image is best represented. Emotion, light, movement, and storytelling all play a role in that decision because some moments simply feel timeless in black and white.

We believe your photographs should feel just as meaningful decades from now as they do today. Through thoughtful preparation and intentional storytelling, we create images designed to live beyond the screen and become part of your legacy.

If timeless storytelling and meaningful imagery matter to you, our 2027 + 2028 calendars are now open. We’d be honored to preserve your celebration. Inquire at the link in bio!



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The day began high above Manhattan in a penthouse overlooking the skyline, where Alexa shared a bridesmaid reveal on the...
05/21/2026

The day began high above Manhattan in a penthouse overlooking the skyline, where Alexa shared a bridesmaid reveal on the terrace with cinematic wind and incredible city views that felt straight out of a movie. From there, they made their way to Trinity Church, the very place where Barrie proposed, making their ceremony even more meaningful. There are churches, and then there are churches... Trinity was absolutely epic.

As the sun set, everyone headed to Roosevelt Island for an open-air celebration surrounded by skyline views and city lights. There is something about city weddings that feels different. The energy, the movement, the way every corner becomes part of the story.

A huge thank you to their planner for keeping so many moving pieces flowing seamlessly. Between transportation logistics, traffic, timelines, and coordinating a wedding day across New York City, she made everything feel enjoyable and effortless for everyone involved.

Open air reception views. A choreographed first dance that impressed us all. And a wedding day that felt unmistakably New York from beginning to end.

Alexa and Barrie, thank you for trusting us to capture your beautiful wedding!

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05/14/2026

Over 14 years ago, Idalia Photography started as a husband-and-wife team showing up with cameras, excitement, and a dream. Over the years, a lot has changed. What began as two people has evolved into a studio and a team of incredible photographers, assistants, editors, and creatives working together behind the scenes to serve our couples.

But one thing has never changed: we’ve always believed that the experience matters just as much as the photographs.

We don’t pull together random photographers who happen to be available for your wedding day. We’ve grown together, trained together, and learned how to work as one seamless team. We know who’s fixing a veil before portraits, who’s organizing family photos, who’s setting up lighting, who’s watching for the emotional moments, and who’s stepping in before you even realize you need something.

As we’ve grown, we’ve also built something we simply didn’t have in the early years: support systems and backups within our team. Life happens, emergencies happen, and having a team means our couples are never left carrying that stress. That also means I sleep better at night knowing we have solid backups in place. 😅 There are layers of preparation, communication, and support in place long before a wedding day ever arrives.

The goal has always been to create an experience that feels calm, elevated, and stress-free so our couples can simply be present and enjoy the day they’ve spent so much time planning.

Watching this team work reminds me how grateful I am. Grateful for every couple who trusted us over the last 14 years, every team member who became part of this journey, and every season that pushed us to grow into what Idalia Photography is today. What started as two people became something so much bigger than I ever imagined, and none of it would exist without you. 🤍


Amanda and Dan’s wedding day at Valley Regency proved that the energy you bring into your marriage matters more than the...
05/14/2026

Amanda and Dan’s wedding day at Valley Regency proved that the energy you bring into your marriage matters more than the weather outside. It rained almost the entire day, but not once did they let it affect the experience. They trusted the process, embraced every pivot, and focused on what actually mattered: celebrating with the people they love most.

Our team created the majority of their portraits indoors throughout the venue, and while the rain stayed steady for most of the day, the skies finally cleared while there was still daylight left. Amanda and Dan were able to step outside for the outdoor portraits they had been hoping for, and they were absolutely worth the wait. A perfect reminder that sometimes the best wedding days aren’t the ones that go exactly as planned - they’re the ones where everyone chooses joy anyway.

Also incredibly grateful for a team that knows how to roll with whatever a wedding day brings. Rain plans, timeline pivots, moving quickly between indoor locations - everyone showed up with calm energy and creativity all day long to make sure Amanda and Dan could stay fully present and enjoy every moment. Days like this are a perfect reminder that a great wedding experience is never dependent on perfect weather!

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Point Pleasant, NJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5am
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+17322503836

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