Here's what you need to know about Shannon Collins: They are a beautiful human being, inside and…read moreout, with a tremendous amount of kindness, care, respect and infinite talent. If you want photography that captures the spirit, essence, emotion of your love story, your family, your wedding day and beyond, hire Shannon. If you want a photographer who is actively trying to make the wedding industry and world a better place, hire Shannon. If you want someone by your side, who will make everyone feel comfortable and capture everyone, as their authentic selves, hire Shannon. And of course, if you want to nerd out over pop culture and have positive, affirming, supportive and fun communication leading up to whatever event or shoot, hire Shannon. It will be one of the best decisions you make. I found Shannon's work on the site, A Practical Wedding, and shortly after, my partner and I scheduled a video call with them. Immediately after talking with them, we knew we wanted them to be the person to photograph our engagement, wedding (and hopefully more in the future)! We just clicked. Their work is bright, airy, colorful and creative, full of details and unique composition. They make space for everyone's requests and makes everyone feel at ease -- whether it's kids or you as the couple, so it doesn't matter if you typically feel comfortable in front of the camera or not, Shannon's personality and thoughtfulness makes you comfortable. Both for our engagement and our wedding day, they never over-directed us, they just let us be who we are and gave us the occasional suggestion for a pose, all while cheering us on. They graciously worked with us to move the date (twice!) when we had to postpone due to the pandemic, in addition to giving us emotional support during the process. Shannon also scouted our new venue with us when we moved location as well. They went above and beyond what we expected in every way. TL;DR: Shannon Collins is an incredible person and photographer and my husband and I are so unbelievably happy that we hired them. Everyone in our family and wedding party adored them, and my mom, who is the biggest critic even said, "There's just not one bad photo. They're all beautiful," and she's 100% right. Thank you, Shannon, for everything!

Shannon is a total sweetheart and an incredible artist. I booked her to photograph my bridal shower…read moreas a gift to my mother for all her hard work, and Shannon was like a little sprite popping around and quietly getting fabulous pictures. She captured all of the perfect little decor details, all of my emotions opening gifts and greeting guests, and she took great candids of friends and fam. She also took some boudoir pics for a gift for the hubs. I was very comfortable working with her and she took lovely, romantic, (and sexy!) shots and she was patient with my billion ideas for what I wanted to try. I also had the pleasure of seeing her in action at my friends' wedding this summer- again she was completely unobtrusive and delightful with great energy. I can't wait to see the pics!

Emily was wonderful. She was thorough and communicative about everything. We had her take photos of…read morean event, the room was dark and still the photos turned out great. She was kind and very easy to work with. Overall a great experience.

I love her photos! She is an amazing person and very professional. I'd definitely recommend working…read morewith her. I really trust her work so if you live close by don't waste your chance to take your pictures with her!!!

I did a maternity session and a newborn session and I'm so glad I did! Candy and Nicole were so…read moregreat to work with. Candy and team were very responsive and answered all of my questions prior to booking. The maternity session was such a treat and so stress-free! I decided at 34 weeks that I wanted maternity photos and Candy made it happen. There are so many dresses to choose from so I didn't have to worry about shopping for dresses. I just showed up with a small bag and Candy and Nicole took care of the rest. They were so kind and made me feel at ease during my session. It was nice get done up after spending most of my pregnancy during the pandemic in loungewear. The newborn session was also fantastic! It's apparent that Candy has a lot of experience with babies and trusted her with my daughter. Similar to the maternity session, Candy thinks of it all and makes the experience exceptional...from the preparation to the props, wraps, and accessories she provides. I am so happy we were able to capture these moments and love the photos and albums. And finally but not least... the makeup and hair!! Not only is Nicole very sweet, she is very talented! She did my makeup both times and I loved it.... so much that I slept in my makeup after the second session (figured it was worth risking any breakouts!) If you are looking for fantastic photos, a great end-to-end experience, with a professional and kind team, I highly recommend Sugashoc. Sugashoc, Candy and Nicole - Thanks so much!

I needed Branding Photos and to tell my life ---personal & professional story-- thru photos. Candy…read moredid a beautiful and job from hair and make-up by Nicole to capturing photos of my life. She told a cohesive story thru poses, wardrobe, location. and props. The whole process was calm and efficient and professional. I would highly recommend Candy and SugaShoc for any of your photography needs. My photos were amazing.

You'll find a few headshot photographers in Philly but I didn't want to deal with the traffic and…read moreparking. I'm glad I was able to find Anthony who was closer to me. The headshots came out perfect. He was easy to talk to and very personable. HIGHLY RECCOMEND!!

Anthony is amazing and I would highly recommend him. He helped me take professional head shots. His…read moreprices are competitive and he was a pleasant and professional gentleman. Anthony is incredibly meticulous in his craft and is willing to work with you until great results are attained. Next time I need professional photography services in the Philadelphia area, I will definitely be a return customer. A+

Have Joe and Becca there for our wedding day was like having another friend come along on our…read morecrazy, wonderful journey. They truly captured the essence of who we are as a couple and as a family, from beginning to end. We knew the place we chose (mountain top) was beautiful on its own, but they managed to find even better spots and more incredible shots than we could have even imagined. What looked like an ordinary golf course and bench, for example, turned into this gorgeous fall foliage field. They experimented with drones, giving us these unreal artistic shots, but the heart of who they are was taking photos of our special moments -- tears, laughter, love, dancing and all. And they froze their butts off with us to get it done in unseasonably cold weather! Plus, damn, they are well-oiled machines, with such organization and precision to make sure we got all the photos we wanted without having to spend a lot of time away from the celebration. We could not recommend JPG Photo & Video enough. So many people have already commented that these are hands-down the most beautiful wedding photos they've ever seen. Kind, personable, organized, professional, creative and artistic.

Choosing a photographer for a wedding is a big decision because your photos will be long-lasting…read moremementos of the day, and also because there are a lot of variables (style, quality, personality, price, etc.). We loved the photos we saw on JPG's website and their commitment to customers was clear from our very first conversation with Joe. We worked together to come up with a price/package that met our needs and chose Matt Bender as our primary photographer. Our engagement session gave us a chance to get to know Matt and for him to know us. When the big day came, we felt very comfortable with him and he (along with 2 other photographers) did a great job managing our family and bridal party for group shots. Many guests commented that our photographers were awesome throughout the evening. This skill should not be overlooked when you are evaluating a wedding photographer! In the end, we were thrilled with the quality and variety of pictures. The photo journalistic style captured the true essence of the day and there were a lot of really fun shots. To top it off, all of JPG's wedding packages include a DVD or thumb drive of high-res images with personal use rights - which means you have full flexibility when it comes to albums and prints. Bottom line: JPG brought the style, quality, and personality we were looking for at a competitive price. They were easy to work with from start to finish and we could not have been happier with the results.

We initially selected Mike Allebach of Allebach Photography to take some photos of us for our 20th…read moreanniversary with the thought that we would have a beautiful framed photo as a result. What we envisioned and what we ended up with was literally a million-fold better - and that is not an exaggeration. Mike spoke with each of us separately prior to the shoot and then we set a time and date for the shoot. Mike suggested the Philadelphia Art Museum during the 'golden hour' at the end of the day. I cannot even begin to tell you what a fantastic time we had with Mike and the actual shoot was an amazing experience full of fun and laughter. The photos were taken all around the Art Museum and Schuylkill River area and while it was a busy crowded day; Mike managed to frame the shots so it looked as if we were the only one there. Many have asked if we cleared the area for our photoshoot because of Mike's skillful photography. The resulting images were also amazing and instead of one framed photo, we ended up with a beautiful 6 foot collage of photos printed on metal that is now a prominent art installation in our home. We also ended up choosing fifty (50) - yes, FIFTY - of the images Mike shot that day for our collection. Mike absolutely did a fantastic job and created amazing works of art out of two ordinary people who have been together for twenty years. Everyone who sees the photos and knows us always says that the photos are "absolutely you guys". I should mention that we are a gay male couple and Mike was very comfortable with us as we were with him; he is very easy to work with and truly one of the most laid back photographers I have known - and I have known many. I would wholeheartedly recommend Mike Allebach to any straight, gay, trans-gendered or any other flavor of person for any photos they may want from boudoir to personal to professional. He is truly an amazing and gifted artist/photographer.

This review is wayyyyy overdue. Especially since my couples boudoir photo shoot was done Dec '18…read more Better late than never, right! Anyway, if you're looking for a boudoir photographer in Montco PA area, Mike Allebach is your guy. Made my man and I super comfy during the entire photo shoot. He was cool enough to play Rihanna's essential playlist per my request. I was definitely vibin' to my girl RiRi playing in the background while me and my man just kind of got into each other and Mike allowed (and helped guide) us to make some magic happen in front of the camera lens. If you're looking to do a boudoir shoot by yourself or with your guy, gal, or polynamorous mates... DO IT! I loved every second of the shoot and the final photo album. Def had me feelin' myself haha! Can't thank Mike enough for a great and unforgettable experience! His IG: @couplesboudoirguy

So I've been staring at this text box for a while, and I simply don't know how to begin. I mean,…read morehow do you describe the tiny bundle of energy and joy that is Lindsay? A dwarf star of excellence? A teacup elephant of professionalism? A SmartCar of happiness? Well, she is all those things and more. Lindsay was one of two photographers we hired to shoot our wedding. We had seen her work before, and were captivated by her detail work and wonderful compositions. Since we were doing a very small 'pop-up' style wedding, we knew we wanted someone who would not only be able to capture the short ceremony, but also the entire day surrounding it as we traveled from the hotel to meet our family, and all left together for the reception dinner. Her images could not have been any better. The sheer joy of the day, and our love for each other was perfectly translated from 3 to 2 dimensions. In fact, we loved her work so much that we approached her again a year later, as we prepared for the birth of our son. I'll let her images speak for themselves in this link to her blog post: http://lindsaydocherty.com/philadelphia-birth-and-newborn-photographer-lewis/ If that doesn't convince you - nothing will. So I guess I could have saved myself a lot of writing and you a lot of reading had I just filled the text box with these two words: She's amazing.

My experience with Lindsay was incredible! Lindsay found great spots around Philadelphia for our…read moreengagement photos and at our botanical garden wedding venue for our big day which resulted in STUNNING photos. Lindsay kept my husband and I relaxed throughout the day and totally at ease. Lindsay was attentive making sure all needs were met and that candid moments and group shots were captured. Oh, girlfriend broke it down at the end of the night on the dance floor!! Lindsay thank you so much for everything, you truly went above and beyond. If you're thinking about booking Lindsay for your wedding, DO IT!! I will absolutely use Lindsay for all future events and recommend her to all family and friends!

Before my twins were born, I asked Rae if she could work with us again since she did a wonderful…read morejob 2 years ago when we were a family of 3. The twins came early and stayed in the NICU for a bit. I was going through a lot of change and Rae remembered my request. She faithfully followed up with me to ask how the babies were doing until my last baby came home a month later; we quickly set up the session I had wanted before they were born. Rae came to our home and made the whole process so easy. She's great with babies and toddlers and took 500 + photos! I appreciate Rae's photographic skills and professionalism as a full service photographer. The turn around time to view our gallery was fast and she sifted through all those photos so I didn't have to! The images she chose to highlight were beautiful and we finalized our order in an hour; she helped make our decision making process smooth. Prior to Rae, I worked with a photographer who mailed a DVD of finished images that I would have to put together into an album or print to display on my walls. I thought it was a good idea at the time, but I never did it. Rae sees the value in creating tangible products for her clients to enjoy and seeing her projects through from start to finish. Rae's attentiveness and responsiveness made the shoot happen and I'm thankful to have these beautiful keepsakes. Our album, birth announcements, and 11x14 prints for the living room wall arrived on time and look amazing! I'm so glad Rae captured some precious moments that we'll cherish forever! I cannot recommend Rae highly enough; she enjoys what she does, is a joy to work with, and produces exquisite work! The whole process was seamless and she exceeded our expectations; you will not be disappointed!

My husband and I worked with Rae Barnes over a few years, through our engagement, wedding and the…read morewaiting period for prints & the album. We first booked her back in 2008, right after our engagement, based on the gorgeous photos we saw on her site & some correspondence via phone and email. I will say that I had never seen more beautiful wedding photography on a consistent basis. Hers is a truly beautiful art and I am so thankful we booked her to capture our engagement & wedding day in September of 2009. Post-wedding, the business side of Rae Barnes Photography was unsettling. I appreciate the busy holiday season and was prepared for that, but I ended up receiving an order with printing errors that was meant to be a Christmas present. She was very apologetic and sent several complimentary prints to make up for it, which was nice of her, but the present lost its wow factor on Christmas morning, for sure. When it came time to order the album, we thought we'd receive some guidance on how the whole process works. Nothing ever came. When I finally contacted her about it, she responded matter-of-factly, as if I should have know the whole process somehow already! Overall, I felt like I had to ask way too many questions about every little detail - when just a little bit of a heads up about the general workings of getting an album ordered would have been really nice. Once the album process did get underway, it took FOREVER to hear anything back. Come to find out, she had a total hard drive failure and lost a lot of work (luckily not our images), but never actually communicated that to us until we asked when we might see a draft. Apparently she had let blog readers and her twitter followers know - but didn't think to email her paying clients who were patiently waiting for a first look at their album. Pretty unprofessional and presumptuous to just think that I knew via one of those methods. Fast forward a couple MORE months and a few more "busy times" for her, we finally had our album. It was (and remains) very beautiful and we are thankful for it. I will say, however, it came in a box from some other photographer or studio with her logo taped over it. Really? After I get done paying $2k+ you can't brand your own album boxes? Finally, we ordered thank you cards through Rae (now, looking back, I wonder why we bothered) and received them only to find her GIANT logo across 25% of the back of the card. She's very gratuitous with pasting her logo on everything she possibly can, just be aware of that. We were almost embarrassed to send them around like that, especially for not really loving the whole experience with her services. Anyway, if you can put up with the only semi-professional business side, you will still likely be very happy with the images you get. Again, those are top notch. It's just too bad she couldn't manage her business in a better way.

We hired Will to photograph my son's low-key casual wedding. He was fantastic!…read more First, he was the most responsive of all the photographers we contacted. He discussed with the couple and was happy to work with their plans and what they did and didn't want, and very thoughtful about the photography options with great suggestions. He was a super nice guy as well. The day of the event he was professional, very flexible in the face of lots of cooks in the kitchen, clearly knew what he was doing, and really nice to work with. He knew how to compose shots and make them look great. But most important, the pictures came out wonderful! Finally, his fee was completely reasonable and appropriate to the occasion (unlike other photographers we contacted who said they had a minimum wedding fee whether or not it was a large, standard wedding event). I would say he exceeded expectations, and made it a super comfortable low-stress process. I would 100% hire him again!

I met Wil when we worked together at a wedding. He was the photographer and I was the DJ He was…read morefriendly and easy to work with. When I needed to hire a photographer for my day job, I gave Wil a call. We needed a photographer to take stock photos for use on our website and had only a week to set up the shoot involving about 40 teenagers. He was quick to respond and was able to handle the demands of my colleagues and position the kids for some great photos. I recommend Wil for any kind of photography: weddings, special events, parties, and commercial photo shoots.

My husband and I used Maya as our wedding photographer. Maya and her team were extremely…read moreprofessional and a pleasure to work with. We absolutely love the pictures and the video, all of which we received less than 6 weeks after our wedding! We would definitely use her services again.

Maya played a huge part in making our wedding day perfect! We were married in Basking Ridge, NJ and…read morefound Maya by pure luck. She is artistic, creative and such a warm, lovely person! Her pricing is very reasonable and the quality of her work is outstanding! Highly recommended photographer!