Documentary style wedding and portrait photography based in rochester, ny

A woman in a strapless dress is standing against a tiled wall, with her arm raised. Shadows and light create a dramatic effect in this black and white photo.

Timeless. Punchy. Honest.

Blending Loose Editorial with True Documentary.

A white, hand-drawn arrow pointing to the right with the words "Next Step" written inside of it.

That’s me!

I’m Tyler Holbein. I am a photographer for 15 years, a husband for 12 years and a father for 6 years. I am a homesteader and flower farmer, a lover of spicy food, and a kid at heart. I’d always rather be outside, working with my hands or running around with my kids. A chai latte in the winter and a guava sour beer in the summer.

A man and woman playfully laughing and wrestling on a sofa and stool against a plain beige background

THE STUDIO

A couple years ago my wife and I renovated our pole barn and built a huge natural light photo studio. It’s an amazing creative space with unlimited potential. We book sessions all throughout the year in here, but it gets most of its use during the winter months.

Family, couples, newborns, headshots and branding sessions are perfect in the studio.

Let’s Chat

If you are inquiring about general session info, or just wanting to say hello, please use the below form.

If you are inquiring about your wedding, please submit this form…

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