Group of wedding party members dressed in formal attire, with bridesmaids in burgundy dresses holding bouquets, groomsmen in black tuxedos, and a bride and groom in wedding attire, posing in front of large windows with a green outdoor backdrop.

Group of men dressed in formal suits with suspenders and bow ties, posing outdoors near a pool and palm trees.

A wedding party of ten people, including the bride and groom, standing and smiling in an arched stone corridor. The bride is in a white lace dress, holding a colorful bouquet, and the groom is in a black tuxedo. Four women are in pink bridesmaid dres

A group of young women in dresses gathered around a birthday cake with candles, celebrating a birthday with a woman in a tiara in the center.

A group of nine men dressed in blue suits and dress shoes are standing in a row, each with one foot raised to a foot-high glass table. They are inside a bright, modern room with large windows, wooden accents, and warm lighting, smiling and looking do

Group of women in pink satin dresses and one bride in a white wedding gown posing and hugging at a wedding ceremony outdoors, with a floral arch in the background.

A group of women in burgundy dresses holding bouquets of white roses, smiling and standing outdoors with greenery in the background, celebrating a wedding.

A bride and groom share a tender moment outdoors, with the bride's veil flowing around them.

A group of nine women wearing matching blue and white striped pajamas, sitting and standing together, making funny faces and posing for the camera in a cozy room.

Bride and groom standing outdoors, gazing into each other's eyes, with the bride holding a bouquet of white roses, surrounded by greenery.

bride and groom sitting on a chair by a park

A bride and groom exchanging vows at their wedding outside a stone church, surrounded by guests and taking photos.

A bride and groom standing by a lake with a large estate in the background during a wedding ceremony.

A large, ornate mansion surrounded by a water body and lush green trees, with landscaped gardens and a circular driveway at the front.

bride and groom at a golf course walking holding hands

Wedding Photographer & Cinematographer in Passaic N.J. Serving Bergen, Morris, Essex and Hudson Counties across New Jersey

Hector Rivera Photography is a Wedding photographer and cinematographer based in Passaic, New Jersey, serving the state of New Jersey . Hector shoots natural, timeless, and candid images with a clean, modern look—for weddings, engagements, Sweet 16, Quinceañera and portraits—creating authentic, lasting photos.

Luxury Wedding Photographer & Cinematographer

A man in a blue suit standing outdoors in front of a city backdrop, with his hands in his pockets and a slight smile.

Our style is a harmonious blend of candid storytelling and gently guided portraits. We prioritize natural light and genuine emotion, keeping images classic and true to life—sitting somewhere between light & airy and dark & moody. With warm, natural tones woven throughout, we create photographs that feel effortless, intimate, and timeless. You won’t feel overly posed; instead, we guide you just enough to look your best while preserving the luxury and authenticity of each moment.

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A woman in an elegant, gold, embellished gown and ornate jewelry, wearing a gold crown, sits on the floor resting against a wall, with a soft, blurred background.

Sweet 16

A bride in a long white lace wedding dress singing into a microphone and a groom in a gray vest and dress pants playing an electric guitar are performing at a wedding reception. The background features a brick wall, large windows, and string lights.

Weddings

A smiling young woman with long braided hair wearing a cream-colored turtleneck and beige pants standing outdoors with a blurred cityscape background.

Portrait

Contact Your Passaic

Wedding Photographer & cinematographer

If you’re planning your wedding and searching for a photographer in Passaic, NJ, we’d love to learn more about your plans and timeline. Contact Hector Rivera Photography to check availability, discuss packages, and receive pricing details.

capture the quiet,

joyful, & candid moments

A bride and groom in traditional Indian wedding attire standing under an ornate black metal gate, smiling at each other outside a building with cream-colored walls and white trim.

A bride and groom during their wedding, with the groom touching the bride's shoulder and smiling at her. The bride is holding a bouquet of white flowers and looking happily at the groom.

A bride with dark hair is putting on earrings while smiling. She is wearing a beaded, off-the-shoulder wedding dress and a sparkly tiara. There are birthday balloons in the background.

A bride and groom standing together at the altar in a church, during their wedding ceremony. The bride is wearing a white wedding gown with a long, lace-trimmed veil, and the groom is in a black suit. Guests are seated in wooden pews, and stained glass windows are visible on the church walls.

Couple in wedding attire standing close to each other in front of a church doorway, holding hands, surrounded by guests taking photos.

Bride and groom sharing a kiss at their wedding ceremony, surrounded by white floral decorations and drapery.

A bride and groom holding hands outdoors at dusk, smiling at each other, with decorated evergreen trees in the background.

A smiling woman in a wedding dress and veil outdoors during the daytime.

A man in a black tuxedo with a white dress shirt and black tie, kneeling on grass in a park-like setting with tall green trees in the background, smiling at the camera.

Our Cinematography

Portfolio Highlights

Our cinematography portfolio highlights cinematic storytelling crafted with precision, emotion, and purpose. Clear pricing-just exceptional value and timeless visuals.