James Peluso is a documentary wedding photographer and principal photographer with Alexandria Studios based in Skaneateles, New York. With twenty years of experience, his practice is grounded in observation. He works quietly and unobtrusively, allowing the day to unfold without direction. The photographs he makes are for the family — to be looked at not only this year, but in fifty years, by people who will be grateful the day was honestly recorded.

Working with James is a select team of the best photographers in the Central New York, Finger Lakes, Adirondack, and Skaneateles areas. These collaborators are chosen for their technical skill, professionalism, and alignment with Alexandria Studios’ style and standards. On larger events or when scheduling requires, they assist under James’s direction to capture every moment, maintain coverage continuity, and provide complementary perspectives.

James leads client consultations, shot planning, and timeline coordination to set clear expectations.
On assignment days, James is the primary photographer photographing quietly and unobtrusively while assigning specific coverage areas to trusted team members as needed
Every image passes through James’s review and editing process to maintain consistent tone, color, and storytelling across the final gallery.