Specializing in Weddings
We also offer…
- Engagement + Couples
- Senior Portraits
- Family + Maternity
- Lifestyle Sessions
- Special Events
Rochester Community Choice Winner for
Best Photographer 2 years in a row!
My name is Erica Minni-Ramos and I am a photographer located in Rochester, NY. I graduated with an AAS degree in Photography & Television back in 2013. Shortly after, I started E.L.M Photography and was photographing everything from family portraits to weddings. I have 12+ years of experience and have shot well over 100 weddings! I cannot thank my clients enough for supporting my business over the years and trusting me with their special memories.
As a photographer for such important events in people’s lives, my job is not only to capture it, but to build a relationship and connection. I want my clients to be totally comfortable with me and in front of my camera, so we can get the most authentic moments!
Information on pricing is below.
You may not see her at regular sessions with me, but we work as a team for every wedding. Her name is Melissa Minni (the last name yes, we are related – that’s my little sister!) Melissa could not have been a better fit for E.L.M Photography! She is just as passionate and detail oriented as me. She brings a different set of eyes and creativity, and we are able to fully capture moments from different angles.
Why is having two shooters so important?
There’s so many once in a lifetime moments on a wedding day that having two sets of eyes is a must! We work as a team for every wedding to give our couples the best experience, and return the most memorable and heartfelt wedding gallery. No detail goes unnoticed.With two photographers every glance, laugh, and teary-eyed moment is captured from two hearts & two perspectives into one seamless story!
We save time by focusing on different things. For example, in the morning I can focus on the getting ready moments, while Melissa styles and captures your details. As for moments like a first look or walking down the aisle, we’re able to capture both angles and reactions of seeing each other! For family and wedding party photos, I can focus on posing and photographing everyone, while Melissa will have the shot list and be getting the next group ready. This helps things go smoothly and efficiently while making sure every one of your photo requests is met. The goal when you view your wedding gallery is to make you feel like you’re reliving every part of the day all over again!
Testimonials
“I recently had the pleasure of working with Erica & Melissa for my wedding, and I cannot recommend them highly enough! From our initial phone consultation to the final delivery of photos, their professionalism and creativity are exceptional! They managed to capture every special moment with stunning clarity and artistry, and effortlessly blending candid shots with beautiful portraits. They made us feel completely comfortable throughout the day, which really helped bring out our genuine smiles and emotions. The turnaround time for the photos was impressive (especially seeing a sneak peek so quickly) we were thrilled with the high-quality images that really show the love & joy of our wedding day. If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also genuinely passionate about their work, E.L.M Photography is the perfect choice!” – Amanda Liberty
“E.L.M was everything you could ask for in a wedding photographer. Erica was there to walk us through it all, and captured every detail imaginable. From flowers and decor to first looks and first tears. Every moment was captured organically and authentically. Erica & Melissa knew how to handle our crazy family from our half deaf grandparents to our adhd, separation anxiety ridden puppy. They managed to snap every photo, hit every angle, and capture every moment. All without missing a beat. We had the pleasure of having Erica take our engagement photos before our big day. Erica’s energy and personality vibed with ours and it felt like we were having our pictures captured by a close friend, not a random person we had just met 15 minutes prior. The wedding day itself was seamless. The timetables were met, the photo list was checked off, and memories were captured for a lifetime. The results were stunning. We could not recommend them more. If you’re looking for a talented, hard working, and fantastic photographer to capture your next lifetime memory, look no further.” – James Purkiss
“Erica and Melissa helped our day run so smoothly and we had a blast with them capturing our day. We are absolutely obsessed with our pictures! I got everything I wanted from a photographer and more and I am so grateful. When I look at my pictures it’s like I’m reliving the day again and again and it is the best feeling! Erica and Melissa, thank you so much for your kindness, patience, assistance, and most of all your talent! We can not thank you enough for capturing our day!” – Jessica Sharp
“I cannot express enough gratitude and appreciation for the incredible work done by Erica and Melissa on our special day. They genuinely cared about making us feel beautiful and capturing the essence of our love story. They made us feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process. From the initial consultation to the wedding day, they effortlessly managed to create an atmosphere of joy and excitement, execute a shot list and capture incredible moments we will cherish for a lifetime. There is so much value in having two photographers to capture both posed and candid shots. Aside from their exceptional skills behind the camera, they were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were punctual, professional, and attentive to every little detail. We are so happy we chose them to capture our special day. Thank you Erica and Melissa!” – Elana Trieste
“Working with Erica and Melissa was an absolute dream! From the initial consultation to our big day, and the final delivery of our photos, everything was seamless. Having two photographers, they were able to truly capture every beautiful moment of our wedding day with incredible attention to detail and creativity. The photos were more than just pictures— and something that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. The ladies were professional, friendly, and made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire day. Even with some uncooperative weather starting during our first look, Erica and Melissa were prepared and ensured the photos turned out perfect. We couldn’t be happier with the stunning images and the memories they’ve helped us preserve. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a photographer who will go above & beyond!” – Samantha Inglese
“Erica and Melissa are an absolute dream to work with. Not only will you get the most beautiful pictures back, but they genuinely care about you having the best day and being comfortable. They are so sweet and so kind and you can tell they genuinely love what they do. Having them as our photographers for our wedding day a couple weeks ago was the best decision we could have made. From helping me with my veil to making sure that everyone was comfortable and having a good time, you won’t regret having them on your team. Thanks for everything you do ladies!” – Quartnie Ackerson
Take a look at the albums in the portfolio to get an idea of what a wedding album from us would look like. Keep in mind, those are only the favorites picked. Full albums would have hundreds more!
We do not offer video services, but work with a videographer who offers 20% off to our clients!
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Sessions
Family & Maternity
$525 ($175 deposit – $350 balance)
– 1 hour session
– Online gallery 50+ edits
Engagement sessions are discounted as an add on when you book your wedding!
Please inquire for more information.
Mini sessions are sometimes offered through out the year. Booking links for those will be on our social media pages when available.
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Senior Portrait Sessions
Classic Session
$525 ($175 deposit – $350 balance)
– 1 hour session / 1-2 outfits
– 1 location
– Online gallery 50+ edits
Signature Session
$625 ($225 deposit – $400 balance)
– 90 minutes / 2-3 outfits
– 1 location
– Online gallery 60+ edits
Premiere Session
$725 ($275 deposit – $450 balance)
– 2 hours / up to 4 outfits
– 2 locations
– Online gallery 75+ edits
All sessions include an online gallery with
Unlimited high resolution downloads &
Customizable print & product store!
- Deposit is required to book
- All sessions done weekdays Mon-Thurs
- Outdoor sessions weekday evenings
- Indoor studio available for rent
- In-home sessions available
Please inquire for further information or to book.
Can’t wait to work with you! 💗