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Jesse Rinka Photography is a Wedding, Portrait & Event studio based out of Tarrytown, New York. Beyond a love for creating beautiful images, we also have an addiction to making people happy. We enjoy every part of the process that allows us to become closer with you and your loved ones. Yes, we are providing a service but we are also interested in building friendships that allow us each to get the very most out of the entire artistic experience. We are proud of the work that we create and even more-so of the experience that we can provide.

This is us! We are Jesse and Maria Rinka, the husband and wife team behind Jesse Rinka Photography. As Lead Photographer, I will likely be the face that you will see the most. From the initial consultation through to your wedding day or portrait session, I'm your guy! As Studio Manager, Maria keeps everything running smoothly. She works the back-end and handles pretty much 98% of all communication that takes place over email or phone. Together, we lead an amazing team of talented photographers and cinematographers who share the same high level of passion and desire to be great, not average. The focus is always on the client experience that is provided. Customer service is of the greatest importance to us and we want you to not only feel comfortable working with us but we also want to ensure that you feel the value of the service we provide to you far exceeds your investment. Give us the opportunity to do what we do best and we won't let you down!

Ryan found a passion for filmmaking through photography at a young age and has been hooked ever since. Finding his voice as a visual storyteller at SUNY Oneonta, Ryan, a young wedding cinematographer brings fresh energy and vision to the wedding industry. Don’t let his age fool you though; Ryan is a very passionate and driven filmmaker who loves working with couples that are just as excited as he is! While creating beautiful cinematic visuals is a staple of Ryan’s work for every wedding, story is always his number one focus while capturing your most important day.

Ryan's style can be described as naturalistic, harnessing and shaping natural light, capturing beautifully genuine moments as they happen throughout the day. While Ryan does take time to direct couples when a unique opportunity presents itself, he most often follows a documentary approach and allows the events of the day to unfold naturally. It is a perfect mix of organic beauty mixed with cinematic sequences that take your film to the next level.

Angie is by far one of the most motivated photographers I have known. She is constantly pushing herself creatively, always putting herself out there and always looking for new opportunities to grow as a photographer. She has an amazing ability to speak to clients and make them feel at ease throughout the process, which is critical to acheiving high-end results. She is experienced in almost every type of event photography which makes her skillset extremely versatile, handling any and every situation that comes her way. We are so proud to have Angie as a part of our lineup.

I love the story of how Francis came to be a member of the Jesse Rinka Photography family. While hosting an in-store event in New York City at Adorama, Francis just happened to be stopping in to pick up some equipment he had purchased. He noticed a crowd and decided to stick around to see what the discussion was about. He soon found out that I was from Tarrytown and since he was from Elmsford, he saw an opportunity to make a local connection. The very next day, Francis came by the studio on his own to introduce himself and we have developed a great relationship since then. Through the years, Francis has been one of our most trusted and reliable associates and as we enter the 2023 wedding season, we look forward to continuing to watch him develop and grow as an amazing photographer and individual.

The first time Mark created a fantastic photographic image he was ten years old, taking pictures of his cat, Santana. The moment he watched the image emerge on a piece of paper sitting in a wet tray (yes, film processing!), he was hooked. He went on to study at one of the premiere photography schools in the world, the Rochester Institute of Technology where he built a strong foundation as a photographic artist.

"When I am photographing, my MO is to be 'everywhere and nowhere'; A friendly, calm, and effective presence. I truly love photographing people. I am focused not only on capturing beautiful and meaningful images, but also on ensuring that our clients trust that they are in good hands."

When Mark is not photographing professionally, he is focused on his muses: his joyful wife, two beautiful and funny daughters, and their two pups Star and Neo.

In addition to Wedding Photography, we also offer professional Wedding Cinematography services to our clients. Our lead Cinematographer Ryan Moynihan pours his heart and soul into creating beautiful wedding films that you will want to watch over and over again. Below, you will find some samples of Ryan's work. Some are simply short teasers, while others are what we classify as Highlight Films. Either way, give them a watch (or two!) and if you have any questions regarding our Cinematography services, please do not hesitate to reach out by visiting our Contact page or by clicking Get in Touch at the bottom of this page.

I am often asked what makes me different from the next photographer? Aside from my style in general, in my opinion, it has a lot to do with the fact that I genuinely care about so much more than just the photographs themselves. This is not about me...it's about you. I care about your overall experience well before, during and after the time you or your loved ones spend even one second in front of my camera. I care about your interests, your passions, what gets you excited when you wake up in the morning. It all matters to me, because I am not the photographer that never wants to see you again. I want to become a permanent part of your life. I want to be the guy who you can trust to deliver whenever you have a photographic need. I want to be the guy you can't wait to tell your closest friends and family about when they are looking for a great photography experience. I love what I do and being able to share that joy through the experience that I strive to provide is everything to me.

I specialize in Weddings, Portraits and Events but will never limit myself to just these genres. I love to engage in projects outside of the norm so please reach out if you have an awesome idea to consider. For interested bridal clients, my shooting style can be best described as traditional/romantic with some contemporary flair mixed in. For more information on how I may be able to assist you with your photographic needs, send a detailed message via the contact page and I will be sure to respond as soon as possible. I can't wait to meet and work with you.

By completing the short form below, please let us know how we may assist you with your photography and/or cinematography needs. We look forward to establishing a long lasting working relationship built on trust, value and consistency.

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