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About Philip Gabriel Photography
Couples planning a Philadelphia wedding will find Philip Gabriel Photography among the Media area's wedding photographers. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including Cedar Creek Catering & Events and The Duke Sculpture Garden at Dixon Mansion. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a wedding photographer in Philadelphia
How much does a wedding photographer cost in Philadelphia?
Most couples in Philadelphia budget between $1,500 and $3,500 for wedding photography. Packages at the lower end typically cover 6–8 hours with one shooter; higher tiers add a second shooter, engagement sessions, and albums. Always confirm exactly how many hours and edited images are included.
When should we book our wedding photographer?
Photographers with strong reputations are commonly booked 9–14 months ahead — earlier for peak-season Saturdays. If your date is inside six months, ask about waitlists and cancellations; openings do appear.
What should we ask before booking?
Ask to see two full galleries from real weddings (not highlight reels), confirm who will actually shoot your wedding, and get delivery timelines and image counts in the contract.
How does Lazo rank wedding photographers in Philadelphia?
Rankings come from the Lazo Score — verified reviews weighted for recency — and are never sold. Vendors without verified reviews yet start at the community baseline of 65 and earn their score as verified reviews arrive.
Wedding venues near Philip Gabriel Photography
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Catering & Events | 0.7 mi |
| The Duke Sculpture Garden at Dixon Mansion | 1.2 mi |
| Springfield Country Club | 1.7 mi |
Straight-line distance from Philip Gabriel Photography to each venue listed on Lazo.
Philadelphia weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in April, May, June, September, October. The driest months are January, August, October.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41° | 26° | 19% | 4:18 PM | 5:00 PM |
| Feb | 44° | 28° | 21% | 4:59 PM | 5:36 PM |
| Mar | 53° | 34° | 22% | 6:31 PM | 7:07 PM |
| Apr | 65° | 44° | 21% | 7:02 PM | 7:39 PM |
| May | 74° | 54° | 20% | 7:30 PM | 8:09 PM |
| Jun | 83° | 64° | 22% | 7:50 PM | 8:31 PM |
| Jul | 88° | 70° | 20% | 7:48 PM | 8:28 PM |
| Aug | 86° | 68° | 19% | 7:20 PM | 7:57 PM |
| Sep | 79° | 61° | 19% | 6:33 PM | 7:09 PM |
| Oct | 67° | 49° | 18% | 5:44 PM | 6:21 PM |
| Nov | 56° | 39° | 19% | 4:04 PM | 4:44 PM |
| Dec | 46° | 31° | 22% | 3:53 PM | 4:36 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Philadelphia International Airport (6.8 mi from Philadelphia). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Philadelphia.
Photo spots around Philadelphia
| Place | Area | From downtown |
|---|---|---|
| 18th Century Gardengarden | Philadelphia | 1.0 mi |
| The Magnolia Gardengarden | Philadelphia | 1.0 mi |
| Azalea Gardengarden | Philadelphia | 1.4 mi |
| James G. Kaskey Memorial Parkbotanical garden | Philadelphia | 1.8 mi |
| Glendinning Rock Gardenpark | Philadelphia | 2.1 mi |
| Bartram's Gardenpark | Philadelphia | 2.8 mi |
| Centennial Arboretumbotanical garden | Philadelphia | 3.3 mi |
| Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvaniabotanical garden | Philadelphia | 9.8 mi |
Parks, gardens and landmarks that photograph well, nearest to central Philadelphia first. Check each place’s rules for permits and session fees. Places from Google Maps, October 2026.
Getting to Philadelphia
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| PHL Philadelphia International Airport | 7 mi | 10 min |
| TTN Trenton Mercer Airport | 29 mi | 45 min |
| ILG Wilmington Airport | 30 mi | 45 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | 83 mi | 1 hr 40 min |
| Baltimore | 90 mi | 1 hr 50 min |
| Washington DC | 123 mi | 2 hr 30 min |
| Hartford-New Haven | 171 mi | 3 hr 30 min |
Straight-line distance from central Philadelphia; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 201 N Providence Rd, Media, PA 19063, USA
- Where
- Media · 12 miles west of central Philadelphia
- Listed under
- Wedding Photographers
- In Philadelphia
- One of 272 wedding photographers we list · 3 within 3 miles
- Phone
- (610) 355-7609
- Website
- Visit site
From Philip Gabriel Photography's website
“Philip Gabriel Photography, capturing life's memorable moments since 2002. Specializing in weddings, family portraits, and commercial photography in Philadelphia.”philipgabriel.com
- Services they list
- Engagement sessions, Second shooter, Heirloom albums, Online gallery, Photo booth, Rehearsal dinner coverage, Elopements
- Style, in their words
- Fine art, Candid, Timeless
- In business since
- 2002
Read from philipgabriel.com in October 2026. Prices and services change; confirm with Philip Gabriel Photography before you book. Is this your business? Claim the page to write your own.
Around Media
- Nearest venue
- Cedar Creek Catering & Events, 0.7 mi
- Venues within 10 mi
- 34 wedding venues
- Wedding Photographers nearby
- 3 within 3 mi, 19 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 15 within 5 mi
- Communities served
- Newtown Square, Havertown, Aston Township, Drexel Hill
Distances are straight-line from Philip Gabriel Photography; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Philadelphia.
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