Who is Mark Gardner?

I’m a dad, a friend, a colleague. The more people you ask, the more ways you’ll find to describe me.

I love fishing, poker, baseball, classic cars, motorcycles, and good times with friends and family.

I am a documentary wedding and portrait photographer serving Philadelphia and the entire Mid-Atlantic region as well as popular destinations in the US, Caribbean, Mexico, and the world.

In my Army days, as I traveled the world, I photographed people and places as a creative outlet. Somewhere along the way a talent for capturing life emerged. Over the years I have honed my ability to skillfully capture moments in a distinctive style. I strive to create beautiful images that are not only unique, but most importantly, real.

With my documentary approach, I’ll capture the emotions and moments of your wedding day as they unfold. 

For me, your wedding is more than capturing moments; it’s also about the creation of amazing portraits. No matter the location, I always find that sweet spot to create the unique images that I am known for.  Working quickly, in such a manner that you'll look awesome, feel great, and have a blast doing it.

I'd love to talk to you about your photography needs; give me a call or drop by my studio. I'd love to meet you. My available dates for 2010 weddings are booking quickly. We still have a few select dates for Fall and Winter 2009 available!

 Are your images as important to you, as they are to me?

Summer wedding in Philadelphia

Welcome, thanks for visiting the Mark Gardner Photography Blog. We're often told how difficult it's been to find the right photographer. Were gonna make the decision an easy one. Click here to see our current wedding promotions, but also you'll want to stick around to see the work. I hope you'll subscribe to my RSS feed to be notified of updates. Thanks for visiting!

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Judy Gentile - Mark, I love these pictures, your work is so amazing and I can not wait to see the rest of the pictures.

Dan Cubler - awesome job mark

Erik Matey - What a great set of images Mark. Can't wait to see the rest!

Announcing the greatest wedding photography sale ever! July 3rd-10th

Ok folks here it is, our most aggressive (or shall we say progressive) wedding sale yet!

Book Mark Gardner between the dates of July 3rd - July 10th to provide you with the best in documentary wedding coverage for your wedding, and we’ll give you a complimentary Engagement Session and Guest Signature Book!

What’s even better, we going to give you a print credit based on which day you book! Here is the schedule:
July 3rd - $600 in print credit
July 4th - $500 in print credit
July 5th - $400 in print credit
July 6th - $300 in print credit
July 7th - $200 in print credit
July 8th-10th - $100 in print credit

That’s it! So hurry to make sure we still have your date available!

Fine Print:
Wedding must take place in the calendar year 2010, and based on availability of Mark Gardner Photography. Print Credit must be used within 90 days of wedding. Engagement sessions will be photographed in the Philadelphia area, scheduling is subject to availability of Mark Gardner. A signed contract and retainer is required to book and take advantage of this offer.

a very intimate wedding on Red Mountain

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wedding day activities for the guys

A little wedding day burnout in the Grand National to get everyone pumped up!
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Trust me, this was just a taste of what was this wedding day was like! Congrats Lauren and Steve!
Big thanks to Erik Matey for his help, the photobooth was a huge hit!

Wedding along the Choptank River

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Melissa - Mark - you are truely an awesome photographer! I could not be happier with the pictures you took for my wedding. I love all of them. It was a pleasure working with you and your assistant. Thank you.