JoelRiderPhotography

Timeless Elegance Meets Joyful Moments.

  • A bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet of white and pink flowers with greenery, standing in an industrial-style room with exposed brick and a distressed wall.
  • A woman in a white wedding dress sitting on a teal velvet sofa in front of large windows with white curtains.
  • A groom dips a bride holding a bouquet in front of a beige building with large columns and greenery.
  • A woman in a lace wedding dress sitting on a blue velvet chair, seen through a wavy-edged mirror mounted on a white brick wall, with sheer white curtains behind her.
  • A bride and groom posing on a brown leather couch in front of a distressed brick and plaster wall, with the bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet, and the groom in a dark suit sitting with one leg over the other.
  • A black and white photo of a bride and groom walking down the aisle in a church after their wedding ceremony. The church interior has stained glass windows and wooden pews filled with guests.
  • A bride and groom sharing an intimate moment in a church near a stained glass window, with their heads touching and eyes closed.
  • A couple holding hands inside a church, with stained glass windows in the background.
  • A bride and groom dance outdoors on a wedding day, with the groom dipping the bride in front of trees and chairs set up for the event.
  • Group of people dancing and celebrating at a party or social gathering indoors
  • Groom and five groomsmen walking outdoors near a lake, all dressed in suits, with the groom in a black suit and the others in blue suits, wearing white shirts and ties, some with boutonnières.
  • A bride in a white wedding dress is standing among eight groomsmen in an outdoor park, all wearing white shirts, green pants, and tan suspenders. The groomsmen are making surprised expressions, with some covering their mouths or ears, and one is pointing and laughing. The scene appears playful and fun.
  • A bride and groom standing under a decorative umbrellas in a garden, sharing a moment of happiness during their wedding day. The bride is holding a bouquet of red roses, and the groom is dressed in a black tuxedo. They are smiling at each other.
  • Man in a dark suit standing outdoors in front of a stone staircase, with a woman in a wedding dress standing on the stairs in the background
  • A group of five men in black suits with green ties, standing in a wooden room with a ceiling fan, looking down at the camera.
  • A bride in a white wedding dress surrounded by five bridesmaids in matching green dresses, standing outdoors under trees, smiling and laughing together.
  • A woman in a white wedding gown standing beside a decorated dining table in a rustic venue with exposed brick walls and greenery.

Hi! I’m Joel

Hey there! I’m Joel — a husband, Catholic, brother to five, and (fingers crossed) your soon-to-be favorite Houston photographer!

My world has always been shaped by a love for creativity and finding beauty in the unexpected. Photography isn’t just about snapping photos — it’s about seeing a whole other world, one that’s often only visible to a few. And trust me, capturing those once-in-a-lifetime moments that make your story uniquely yours? That’s what I live for.

With over 50 weddings and 5 years of experience, I’m all about turning your biggest day into memories that feel timeless, elegant, and bursting with joy. Laughter? Tears? Dance floor moves that will live on in legend? I’m there for it all — camera in hand, ready to capture the magic.

Let’s make your wedding day unforgettable. I can’t wait to meet you, celebrate with you, and photograph moments that will make you smile for a lifetime.

A man sitting on a stool outdoors on grass, holding a camera and making a peace sign with his right hand, smiling at the camera.
Bride and groom standing close together outdoors, gazing at each other, with green trees and a house in the background.
A bride in a strapless white wedding gown holding a bouquet of white roses and green foliage, standing in front of a rustic brick and plaster wall with a small window.
A man and woman smiling and embracing each other in a forest with orange and yellow autumn leaves.

“My fiance and I hired Joel for our February wedding. From the moment we started working with him he was professional, communicative, and quick to respond. He not only was a fantastic photographer, but an amazing presence to have at our wedding. He even coordinated to a certain extent and made sure everyone was there, even through the little emergencies we had. We got our pictures back quick and we could not be more happy with them. I told Joel I liked a more natural look so I could visualize exactly when the picture was taken, and he did exactly that. We cannot recommend Joel enough, for the price, his professionalism, and his presence there on the big day. I am IN LOVE with the pictures we got..”

— Grace

A bride in a white wedding dress and a groom in a dark suit sitting in a vintage white car outside a rustic building with green ivy and large windows, during a wedding celebration.

Testimonials

“Joel was an amazing photographer! He was very professional, and did a great job and made it a lot of fun in the process! He has a fantastic ability to capture people, but also make us feel at ease. The whole experience was very casual and I loved the results he got! I can’t recommend Joel Rider enough!”

— Elias A.

“Joel photographed our proposal on the beach. He was great at having fun with us while also letting us take in the moment. He was able to direct us to create effortless and intimate pictures that we will cherish forever. He was quick with getting our sneak peek so that we could share the news with Friends and family. Joel has a vision and is able to execute it perfectly!.”

— Miriam R.

“Joel did a phenomenal job with our wedding photos! Neither my husband nor I had ever had photos professionally done, but Joel walked us through it and helped us pose despite our not knowing how. We were shocked with how great he made us look in them. Joel was so friendly and made the whole shoot very relaxed. We also got our photos back right on time! Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. 10/10 experience!”

— Lyn H.

“We loved having Joel as one of our photographers! We used him for our engagement photos as well as our first look photos. They came out AMAZING! Joel is very easy to work with, quick to respond, sets fair prices, and is overall professional. He’s great at capturing genuine, sweet moments. We definitely recommend him for your special day!”

- Grace B

Lets get to know one another!

I can’t wait to meet you guys!