Hi, I'm Anita!
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Hey, I’m Anita — your Hudson Valley wedding photographer and honorary hype woman!
I specialize in documenting the real, emotional, joy-filled moments that make your wedding day yours. From the first nervous laugh during your first look to those quiet, blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments between you and your favorite people, I’m there for it all.
My approach? It’s relaxed, intentional, and deeply rooted in connection. I’m not just here to pose you and snap pretty pictures (though we’ll get those too 😉) — I’m here to tell the full story of your day, exactly as it unfolds. With me behind the camera, you can truly be present and soak it all in, knowing your memories are in good hands.
When I’m not photographing weddings, you’ll probably find me chasing light, sipping some water (or let’s be honest, coffee #2), or snuggled up at home with my two girls and our crew of pets. I love love — and I’d be honored to help you capture yours.
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"Anita’s work is absolutely gorgeous! It is everything I envisioned. She takes the time to get to know you and understand exactly what aesthetic you’re looking for. I absolutely loved collaborating with her through the mood boards; it was such a fun way for us to connect. We are so incredibly lucky to have found her to capture our journey!"
Brittany & Darian
"Anita is truly amazing at what she does. She made us feel so comfortable during our first maternity photo session. Very accommodating, easy to work with, sweet & professional! She responds back very quickly. We couldn’t have picked a better photographer because of her we have the most beautiful memories and photos that will last a life time. I highly recommended Little Catci Photography! "
- M
"Anita was so professional, personable and made us feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera. Our pictures have turned out to be absolutely stunning and we could not be more thankful! Anita went above and beyond to help us plan our event - she provided her opinions on location, timing, posing & offers great pricing! We will definitely be booking with her again! Highly recommend!"
BRIANNA
We were so glad to have booked Anita for our birth announcement photos! She was wonderful to work with, quick to respond to messages, and made everything so easy. She even offered to help pick up outfits for us and props for the shoot. She got us back a set of proofs within a day and our whole album was edited within a few days. Our photos came out beautiful and we've gotten so many compliments on them.
CLARE
We chose little cacti photography after meeting with a bunch of different photographers for our micro-wedding/elopement ceremony. Anita was such a pleasure to work with and knew exactly what we wanted to make our special day extra special. She lived up to our expectations and then some. We couldn't be happier with the way our pictures turned out. She is prompt, professional, funny, caring and really loves what she does and it shows in her work. We couldn't be happier with how she captured our special day. We highly recommend Little Cacti Photography.
CHERYL
I had hired a photographer for budgetary reasons and about two weeks before my wedding panicked because I wanted another style of photography. Anita literally saved the day, thank god she was available! She worked so flexibly with the other photographer, capturing some of my absolute favorite photos of the entire day. I cannot recommend her enough!
NIKI
We had a great experience with Anita. She was so kind and easy to work with. We had a newborn lifestyle session. She came to our home and included our dogs in the photos which was extra special since we lost one of our dogs less than a week later. She took beautiful photos of our family that we will have forever. I highly recommend her.
GINA
We had the most amazing experience with Anita! She photographed our Pregnancy Annoucement and the whole thing was fun, easy, carefree- like we were just on a fun date! Not awkward at all. The pictures themselves came out incredible (and literally the day after, which was so so nice) and we can’t wait to share them with our family! We would use Anita again to photograph any milestones in our lives- we can’t recommend her highly enough!
OLIVIA
Anita is great! She shared multiple locations within the Poughkeepsie area as well as portfolios prior to booking so we could narrow down our decision. She had great communication and patience with me and my family, before and during the shoot! She was flexible and allowed us to suggest any shots that we wanted, on top of her being very suggestive in movements to capture some sweet moments! I loved her style on IG and she confirmed her look through the sneak peak she sent within 24hrs. I can’t wait the final portfolio soon but I would definitely work with Anita again!
BROOKE
Little Cacti Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the beginning, their communication was quick, on top of it, and incredibly helpful as we planned out the photo schedule to ensure we captured everything we wanted. On the day of, they were super nice and made the whole process so efficient and enjoyable - they were one step ahead the entire time and made sure we got all the shots I had requested. The quality of their work is truly amazing, with beautiful, stunning intimate photos that were worth every single penny. I cannot recommend Little Cacti Photography highly enough - they contributed so much to making our special day perfect.
EDNA
We had our wedding June 22, 2024 and Anita captured it beautifully. She worked with us on a budget that fit our needs, which was such a relief! She photographed our ceremony, couples photos in the park and our reception. She was kind, very easy to work with and had beautiful, creative ideas for different looks.
CHELSEA
Anita is truly a dream to work with. She came to our home for a maternity session and instantly made myself and my partner feel completely at ease. The photos she delivered well surpassed expectations and we will cherish them forever. She is responsive, kind, warm, and over delivered on everything from editing to our final gallery.
I highly recommend Little Cacti Photography, and cannot wait to work with her again for family photos in the future!!
JESSICA
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Reach out to me ON MY SITE
Step 1. Fill out a contact form with all of your lovely details. Please be as descriptive as possible! I will e-mail you back as soon as possible. If you don't see a reply within 24 hours, please check your spam folder!
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS
WE DO A PHONE CHAT & BOOK
Step 2. I'm always down to chat over the phone! Or grab a coffee/tea together. Once all details are sorted, I will send over a booking confirmation, contract, and invoice.
PINTEREST & PLANNING
Step 3. This step is so much fun! We will create a shared Pinterest board we both can add inspiration to. From poses, to outfit ideas, we can tailor it to the vibe you deem fit!
THE BIG DAY ARRIVES YAY!
Step 4. I will message you a day before the session to confirm. Along with the day of and message you when I'm on my way. This is where all the magic begins!
Yes, engagement sessions are included in wedding packages. They provide a wonderful opportunity for us to get to know each other better and capture some beautiful images before your big day.
Do you offer engagement sessions as part of your wedding packages?
It is recommended to book your wedding photographer as early as possible to ensure availability, especially for popular dates during the peak wedding season. Typically, couples book our services 9-12 months in advance, but we're happy to accommodate shorter notice whenever possible.
How far in advance should we book our wedding photography services?
I understand how eager you'll be to see your wedding photos, so I strive to deliver your fully edited images within 3-4 months after your wedding day. I want to ensure that each photo is carefully edited to perfection, so it may take some time, but promise it will be worth the wait!
How long will it take to receive our wedding photos after the event?
Oh no! While I do everything in my power to stay healthy and ensure smooth operations, life can sometimes throw unexpected curveballs. In the rare instance that I'm feeling under the weather or facing an emergency, fear not—I've got a plan!
Firstly, I'm part of an amazing network of talented photographers who share the same commitment to excellence. I'll do my absolute best to secure a skilled replacement from this network, someone whose style and approach align with mine. Rest assured, you'll still be in fantastic hands, and I'll provide them with all the details they need to seamlessly step in - and all photos will be edited by me!
I completely understand the importance of your special day, and I'm dedicated to ensuring it goes off without a hitch. Let's keep our fingers crossed that we won't need to enact this Plan B, but if we do, I'm here to make sure you have the beautiful memories you deserve.
What if you're sick or there's an emergency on our wedding day?
