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Revolution Summer Photography

Portland, Maine

Revolution Summer Photography photography
5.0 ★Google rating
107Google reviews
12+ yrsIn business

Why we ranked them

Why we chose Revolution Summer Photography

Corey J. Butler picked up a camera as a photojournalist long before he ever shot a wedding, and that reportage instinct still drives Revolution Summer Photography today. Rather than directing couples into poses, Corey hangs back and lets a wedding day unfold on its own terms, trusting that the real moments (a father's face during a first look, a best man losing his composure mid-toast) will outlast anything staged. He's been telling these stories since 2014, and his work has landed in Real Maine Weddings Magazine and Bangor Metro, the Bangor Daily News's culture publication. He's also a recognized member of the Wedding Photojournalist Association, a group that vets photographers specifically on their ability to capture unposed, honest moments rather than portfolio-friendly setups. In 2024 he started teaching this documentary approach at the university level, which says something about how deliberately he thinks about the craft rather than just repeating it. Based in South Portland, he covers weddings across Maine and greater New England, from farmhouse receptions to White Mountain elopements. Couples who want a photographer who disappears into the background and hands back a true record of the day, not a highlight reel, tend to end up on his calendar.

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Revolution Summer Photography location, hours & contact

LocationPortland, Maine Get directions
SpecialtiesWedding photography

Revolution Summer Photography FAQs

Where is Revolution Summer Photography located?

Revolution Summer Photography is based in Portland, Maine. He's been telling these stories since 2014, and his work has landed in Real Maine Weddings Magazine and Bangor Metro, the Bangor Daily News's culture publication.

How would you describe Revolution Summer Photography's work?

In 2024 he started teaching this documentary approach at the university level, which says something about how deliberately he thinks about the craft rather than just repeating it.

Who does Revolution Summer Photography usually photograph?

Rather than directing couples into poses, Corey hangs back and lets a wedding day unfold on its own terms, trusting that the real moments (a father's face during a first look, a best man losing his composure mid-toast) will outlast anything staged.

Is Revolution Summer Photography one of the best wedding photographers in Portland?

Our 2026 research puts Revolution Summer Photography at No. 1 for wedding photography in Portland. No other Portland wedding studio we track has more Google reviews than their 107 (5.0 stars). Rankings are earned through research and can't be bought.

How experienced is Revolution Summer Photography?

Revolution Summer Photography has been photographing clients for 12+ years.

How do I book Revolution Summer Photography?

You can reach Revolution Summer Photography by calling 207-619-2263, through rsummerphoto.com and with the Check availability form on this page.

What photography style does Revolution Summer Photography shoot?

Corey Butler shoots in a documentary, photojournalistic style, capturing candid and unscripted moments as they happen rather than directing posed shots. He's a recognized member of the Wedding Photojournalist Association.

How long has Corey Butler been photographing weddings?

Corey has been photographing weddings professionally since 2014, and began teaching documentary wedding photography at the university level in 2024.

What areas does Revolution Summer Photography serve?

Based in South Portland, Maine, Corey covers weddings throughout Maine and greater New England, including venues in the White Mountains and along the coast.

Has Revolution Summer Photography been featured anywhere?

Corey's work has appeared in Real Maine Weddings Magazine and Bangor Metro, a publication of the Bangor Daily News.