One Burning Lamp
†One Burning Lamp·Arizona · Serving Nationwide

OrthodoxWedding
Photographers.

Documentary wedding photography for Greek, Russian, Antiochian, Serbian, and Romanian parishes. Based in Arizona, available nationwide.

InquireView the Portfolio
“If from one burning lamp someone lights another, then another from that one, and so on in succession, he has light continuously.”— St. Gregory Palamas
A veiled bride stands beside a candle stand before an icon of Christ in an Orthodox church
Portfolio

Recent weddings.

A crowned Orthodox bride and groom stand before the iconostasis during their wedding ceremony
Anysia & Alex
A crowned Orthodox bride and groom stand beneath a church chandelier during the wedding service
Marianna & Paul
A bride sits behind the groom with her arms around his shoulders inside an Orthodox church
Olivia & Andrew
View all Orthodox weddings →
The Orthodox Difference

Rooted in the faith.

Your wedding should not revolve around the camera. We photograph so the images are a by-product of the joy and love of the day. From the Crowning to the Dance of Isaiah to the common cup, we frame the raw tears and smiles alongside the reverence of the Holy Mystery.

As Orthodox Christians, we know the rhythm of the wedding service. We follow the priest's lead and capture the weight of the moment.

“The best photos are felt, not just seen.”

Photographers

Brett & Nikholas.

Brett Hill holding a camera

Brett Hill

Arizona

Arizona-based photographer, Orthodox Christian, and visual storyteller. For over a decade, I've been drawn to light, landscape, and the beauty found in fleeting moments.

More about Brett →
Portrait of Nikholas Novachuk

Nikholas Novachuk

Arizona

I grew up in the Orthodox Church, where weddings have always been part of my family and our community. I'm drawn to a day that holds deep meaning, for the couple, for the people who love them, and for their faith.

More about Nikholas →
Investment

What it runs.

Every wedding is quoted for your ceremony, your parish, and your day. These are common starting points, not fixed packages.

All Day Weddings

From $4,500

A full day, from getting ready through the reception.

Typically includes
  • Eight hours · two photographers
  • Engagement session included
  • Online gallery
  • In-state travel included
Inquire →

Ceremony Only

From $1,600

For weddings centered on the ceremony. We arrive at the narthex and stay through family photos.

Typically includes
  • Two hours of coverage
  • Two photographers
  • Online gallery
  • In-state travel included
Inquire →

Engagements & Baptisms

From $500

Engagement portraits, baptisms, and chrismations.

Typically includes
  • One-hour session
  • Two-week turnaround
  • Online gallery
  • In-state travel included
Inquire →

Out-of-state weddings are quoted custom, starting at $6,000.

FAQ

Questions.

Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, anywhere in the US, and internationally by arrangement. In-state travel is included; out-of-state is quoted custom, starting at $6,000.
Which Orthodox jurisdictions do you photograph?
Greek, Russian, Antiochian, Serbian, Romanian, and OCA. It is the same sacrament across all of them, and we photograph it the same careful way.
How many photos will we receive?
Every image worth keeping, fully edited. An all-day wedding yields a generous gallery, ceremony-only and engagement sessions a smaller one. We never cap the number of good photos we deliver.
What is your turnaround time?
Sneak peeks within 48 hours. Full gallery within six to eight weeks.
Do you second shoot for other photographers?
Yes, especially for Orthodox weddings where service-specific experience matters. Reach out for availability.
How do we book?
Send a message through the form below with your parish, date, and a few sentences about the two of you.
Contact

Get in touch.

Tell us what you are planning and a little about you. We will write back with availability.

Email
Phone
Instagram
Serving
Arizona · Nationwide
Begin a letter

What brings you to us?