Planning perspective
What to consider before reaching out
A strong first conversation is about fit, not just availability. Share your date, approximate guest count, location, and the feeling you want the day to have. Ask what is included, what typically changes the final quote, and what decisions need to be made earliest.
For a photo & video partner, confirm how communication works, who will be present on the day, and how the team handles changes. Pricing was not included in the supplied research, so request a current, itemized proposal directly from the business.
Why this business stood out
The verified notes
- Builds a seamless day-of timeline so couples aren't rushed
- Explicitly LGBTQ+ accepting and affirming, noted by couples
- Fast turnaround, sneak-peek galleries within a couple of days
In their clients’ words
What people say on Google
Meghan Rico
2 months ago
Hiring Sean was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our engagement session to our wedding day, he made us feel completely comfortable, and by the end, it felt like we were spending the day with a friend. Sean created a seamless timeline that allowed us to be fully present and enjoy our entire wedding day without ever feeling rushed. He and his second photographer, Langston, brought the best energy—calm, fun, encouraging, and professional. They made everyone feel at ease while capturing every moment effortlessly. And the photos... absolutely breathtaking. Sean has an incredible eye and captured every emotion, detail, and candid moment more beautifully than we ever imagin...
Maria Oceguera
3 months ago
Having Sean capture our wedding day was the best decision we could have made. Our experience with Sean was seamless, he was very responsive and understood our vision completely. Sean's professionalism, talent, and energy is incredible and we could not be happier with the photos!
Joslin Gilbo
9 months ago
Working with Sean Hood Photography was truly a dream. From start to finish, Sean made the entire process so easy and comfortable — it felt like we were working with a friend. His calm energy put us at ease, and his eye for detail is unmatched. The photos he delivered were absolutely phenomenal; every moment was captured beautifully and authentically. On top of that, Sean has a great sense of humor — especially appreciated by the groomsmen! It made the day feel fun, natural, and totally stress-free. I really appreciated having an engagement shoot beforehand — it gave us the chance to meet Sean in person and understand how we’d all work together for the big day. What stood out most was Sean...
Brooke Mains
4 months ago
You have to hire Sean as your photographer for whatever event you need! My husband and I got married at the Mountain Top Inn in Chittenden VT. I found Sean Hood photography within the venues recommended photographers….at the bottom of the list was Sean Hood…and all I have to say is thank god I looked through and researched the venues whole list of recommendations before choosing, because our wedding photos are absolute perfection!! Sean was so amazing from the beginning. He reached out almost immediately from my inquiry and had nothing but great communication through to wedding day! He made a very detailed timeline at least 1 month prior to wedding day and I used that timeline for the rest ...
Kristina Carvalho
a year ago
Hiring Sean was the best decision we made related to our wedding in Vermont. He was a true pleasure to work with. Kind, creative, attentive, communicative, LGBTQ+ accepting + affirming, and more! We are BEYOND happy with the results of the sneak peek photos (our wedding was Friday and we got 350 gorgeous sneak peek photos on Sunday). He is really incredible at his job. Highly recommend - he will become your favorite vendor too!
Reviews from Google. Read all of them on Google.
Good to know
When they are open
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Getting here
How far is this from home?
Pick the city you and most of your guests will be driving from and we will estimate the trip.
An estimate for planning, not live traffic. Leafy weekends in October always take longer.
For your guests
Lovely places to stay nearby
Capitol Plaza, Montpelier
Simple, central rooms a short walk from dinner.
Inn at Montpelier
Historic rooms and porches for a smaller group.
Comfort Inn, Berlin
Budget-friendly overflow close to the interstate.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Hubbard Park Tower, Montpelier
A stone tower above the gold State House dome.
Vermont State House lawn
Classic New England backdrop in every season.
Capitol Grounds Cafe, Montpelier
Longtime local coffeehouse right on Main Street.
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Editorial note: this profile is based only on the vendor research supplied to New England Celebrations. It is not a paid endorsement, interview, or first-person testimonial. Pricing and availability are on request.