Edward Winter

Photographer

About Edward

Award Winning NYC Wedding Photographer

Edward Winter is the Creative Director and Principal Photographer of READYLUCK, with over fifteen years of experience photographing weddings across the United States and abroad. His editorial style blends candid portraiture with documentary storytelling, creating images that feel both artful and true to the moment. His work has earned many awards including being named one of the “Best Photographers in the United States” by BRIDES Magazine multiple years in a row. His assignments have taken him throughout Europe, Asia, the Caribbean, and Central America, as well as coast to coast across this beautiful, complicated country of ours.

 

Initially trained in the fine art world, where he worked with museum collections ranging from Rembrandt to Yayoi Kusama, Edward brings a discerning eye for detail, form, and environment to his photography. His decades-long yoga practice brings calm focus to fast-paced wedding days, resulting in photographs that feel both spontaneous and deeply heartfelt.

 

Outside of photography, Edward is a big fan of dusty old vintage guitars and selvedge denim. He lives with his wife and son dividing their time between the West Village and the Hudson Valley.

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what clients say about Edward's work

I cannot express my appreciation enough! You guys have such a genuine, calming, and extremely fun aura about you that made the day spectacular. The way you can give clear direction in such a patient and calm matter while still being fun and playful was seriously the perfect vibe we needed. You were the highlight of the night. Much love!

Harrison + Alexa

Their images are full of emotion, beautiful composition, and one-of-a-kind artistry that set them above the rest. What makes them unique is that they are true artists and documentarians behind the lens.

BRIDES magazine

Ed, your work is absolutely stunning. You captured every moment so beautifully and managed to tell the full story of the day through your lens. We’re so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with you!! Thank you so much, we will treasure these photos for a lifetime.

Rachel + Nick

We are SPEECHLESS!!!!! These are truly beautiful and we are so grateful for the way you and your team captured this unforgettable day!! Thank you again we are obsessed!

Mia + Vic

Thank you so much for the beautiful photos - they turned out better than I could have imagined!!! It's so wonderful to relive our wedding day by looking through all these! They are so special - I really appreciate all of your work!I hope you and your family are doing well, and I hope our paths cross again someday!

Jill + Alex

These photos are absolutely stunning! I love every single one! Thank you so much for capturing such meaningful moments, the emotions really shine through in every shot. From the movement in the dress to the New York City skyline, it looks incredible. Our friends and family are loving the photos too! The colors turned out beautifully!

Jenny + Tony

Omg Eddie we just started going through the finished album and we are freaking out. These are INCREDIBLE I’m a puddle looking at these pics!!!!! You are so so so talented and we are so thankful for you!! We can’t even begin to tell you how obsessed we are with these pictures we can’t thank you enough!!!

Lucy + Tyler

WOW. We are totally speechless. The number of photos, the special moments captured, the artistry...we could go on and on. We are so, so happy with them! We can't thank you enough for your time, care, and expertise <3

Courtney + Brady

I can’t tell you how excited we are to see these!! They’re gorgeous and in-the-moment, which is exactly what I was looking for. We look ecstatic in just about every image.

Nicole + Dave

Edward's Journals

Romantic Wedding at the Bowery Hotel NYC

1 / 17

Candlelit wedding at the Bowery Hotel
Nicki + Billy •
Manhattan
Packed dance floor

Nicki and Billy’s Bowery Hotel wedding felt like a scene from a film—warm March light, New York romance, and laughter that carried late into the night. A celebration as timeless and vibrant as the city itself. Read more in our Journal >

Cedar Lakes Estate Wedding | Hudson Valley

2 / 17

Boat regattas & "I do's"
Lucy + Tyler •
Hudson Valley
Timeless landscapes unforgettable celebrations

Lucy and Tyler's Cedar Lakes Estate weekend blended summer camp nostalgia with elegant design. Think lavender garden dinners, custom beer pong tables, cardboard boat regattas, and a reception with an antique mirror dancefloor. Read more in our Journal >

Destination St. Barth

3 / 17

Golden hour in paradise
Addie + Alex •
Saint Barth
Harbor views, sacred vows

Addie and Alex gathered their families on the island of St. Barth for a wedding as intimate as it was breathtaking. From a chuppah over Gustavia Harbor to golden-hour portraits on Shell Beach, every detail shimmered. Read more in our Journal >

Fashion stylist marries a surgeon in BKLYN

4 / 17

Two grooms, one love
Jason + Jake •
Williamsburg
Brooklyn night, endless light

Jason and Jake’s Brooklyn wedding at the Wythe Hotel was pure magic—tailored suits, heartfelt vows, and a celebration that glowed with music, light, and love. Every detail reflected their style and their story. Read more in our Journal >

Summer in the Swiss Alps

5 / 17

Surprise destination: the Swiss Alps
M + E •
Switzerland
Gstaad hiking and mountain air

My wife surprised me with a trip to Switzerland—I didn't know where we were going until we reached the airport gate! We spent our days hiking around Gstaad and Glacier 3000, completely unplugged from everything else. Read more in our Journal >

Love in Bloom at The Bordone

6 / 17

Rooftop garden, skyline views.
M + K •
Long Island City
An epic backdrop for a timeless story.

The Bordone LIC in Long Island City is a modern canvas with Manhattan skyline views and 6,000 square feet of rooftop space. This couple transformed it into an indoor meadow with yellow blooms, velvet chairs, and marble tables—creative, effortless, and completely them. Read more in our Journal >

Modern Wedding at The Plaza Hotel NYC

7 / 17

Bespoke Modern Wedding
Ron + Michael •
NYC
at The Plaza Hotel NYC

Ron and Michael got married at the iconic Plaza Hotel this past December, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. In fact, it was recently featured in The Cut. Read more in our Journal >

NYC Katz's Deli Elopement

8 / 17

they wanted a wedding that felt New York
Dian + Jonathan •
NYC
starting new traditions as a couple

Leading up to their NYC Katz's Deli elopement, this love story is one for the books. Dian and Jonathan met while playing Pokémon Go. They bumped into one another trying to catch the same Pokémon in City Hall Park, and the rest was history! Read more in our Journal >

Chic Midtown Celebration

9 / 17

Tradition meets Manhattan chic
Jade + Eric •
Midtown Manhattan
A city love story unfolds

Jade and Eric blended New York sophistication with Chinese traditions in a wedding that spanned from private garden vows to Grace Church and a tented Bryant Park Grill reception. Every detail radiated joy, elegance, and personal meaning. Read more in our Journal >

Destination NOLA Wedding

10 / 17

A love letter to New Orleans
Jen + Jon •
New Orleans
Courthouse to Cajun flair

Jen and Jon brought their New York roots to New Orleans for a weekend overflowing with color, music, and joy. From a courthouse “I do” to Il Mercato’s Cajun-inspired party, their love filled every moment. Read more in our Journal >

Lake Como: Varenna and Bellagio

11 / 17

Cobblestone villages on Lake Como
M + E •
Italy
Italian summer between two towns

After Switzerland, we made our way to Lake Como. We split our time between Varenna and Bellagio, wandering cobblestone streets, eating by the water, and soaking up the kind of Italian summer you don't want to end. Read more in our Journal >

Renee + Ibrahim at The Foundry

12 / 17

Industrial Chic
Renee + Ibrahim •
LIC
Love among city gardens

Renee and Ibrahim celebrated their autumn wedding with portraits in Fort Tryon Park before gathering at The Foundry in Long Island City. A day filled with beauty, laughter, and the perfect blend of city and season. Read more in our Journal >

Destination Northern Italy

13 / 17

An old-world romance
Rachel + Jacopo •
Canossa, Italy
A night of wine and stars

In the hills of Canossa, Rachel and Jacopo wove their love story into an intimate wedding filled with wildflowers, ribbons, poetry, and candlelit dinners. A celebration steeped in family roots, tradition, and timeless romance. Read more in our Journal >

Austin, Model Test

14 / 17

From studio test to signed
Austin •
Greenpoint
Effortless in front of the lens

A few test shots in our Greenpoint studio turned into something special—Austin’s ease in front of the lens was undeniable. Not long after, Ford Models signed him. Family ties, fresh talent, and effortless style. Read more in our Journal >

Hudson Valley Summer

15 / 17

Sunshine, vows, and laughter
Mia + Vic •
Hudson Valley
A garden full of love

Mia and Vic’s Hudson Valley wedding was filled with sunlit laughter, heartfelt vows, and garden celebrations. From portraits on the stone bridge to a sunset reception, their weekend overflowed with joy, beauty, and connection. Read more in our Journal >

The Pop-Up Portrait Salon!

16 / 17

Not a booth—an experience
Pop Up Portraits! •
NYC
Portraits with soul

Far from a photo booth, this pop-up studio creates luminous black-and-white portraits of your guests. Classic yet spontaneous, it transforms weddings into galleries of connection, style, and joy—live on screen as they unfold. Read more in our Journal >

Destination Wedding in Vermont

17 / 17

Three days of pure joy
Dana + David •
Vermont
Autumnal magic in VT

Set on Vermont’s picturesque Lake Champlain shore, Dana + David’s three-day celebration at Basin Harbor Resort wove autumnal charm with relaxed elegance. From golden foliage to lakeside vows, every moment felt deeply personal and radiant. Read more in our Journal >

It’s the chaos you’ll never forget, captured in a frame that feels as alive as the moment itself.

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