Brian and Laurel are absolutely exceptional. We cannot recommend them enough. It's hard enough to describe the beauty of Acadia, let alone capture it in photos, and Brian and Laurel manage to do exactly that, and more. From the very first interaction, Bryan was quick to respond and made himself available even during a busy holiday weekend. What sets him apart is how thoroughly he knows the island. He presented multiple shoot locations with example photos for each, making it easy to visualize the possibilities. Honestly, every option looked so incredible it made choosing difficult in the best possible way. Bryan's preparation is next-level. He arrived early to scout our chosen location, had detailed backup spots ready in case of any issues, and provided step-by-step walking instructions (including videos) for getting there. That last detail was a small thing that made a huge difference; it completely eased my nerves on the day. The proposal shoot itself was everything we could have hoped for. Bryan struck the perfect balance between natural, unscripted moments and thoughtful, constructive direction. He never rushed us and gave us the space to be present and truly savor the moment. After the proposal, we moved to a second location and captured some of the most cinematic engagement photos I've ever seen. One detail that blew us both away: Bryan printed polaroids of the proposal on the spot. Such a thoughtful, personal touch we weren't expecting. We've already received unanimous praise just from the sneak peek alone, and we're absolutely floored by what we've seen. We can't wait for the full gallery. If you're looking for a photographer who combines expertise, preparation, creativity, and genuine care, look no further than Brian and Laurel. read more

11/10 experience + highly recommend :) I cannot say enough great things about Laurel & Brian. I booked them both for a proposal and engagement shoot in Bar Harbor, ME a bit last minute since after I unfortunately had an unexpected drop out. I wished I had found them from the very start given how professional they were. Not only did they get back to me in record time but I spoke with Brian on the phone at first and he took the time to put me at ease and walk me through the process. When I followed up over email, Laurel made amazing suggestions on where the best spots are along the Shore Path and pictures/tips on where to stand. They were also able to accommodate and be flexible with times which I had trouble with previously with the other photographers I spoke with. The moment went perfectly and they managed to get amazing shots of us both wide angle and zoomed. I would definitely recommend the hour session afterwards since we were able to walk down the shore path with them and take more shots & poses together. Looking forward to staying in touch with them should we need more shots down the line as well! read more

We are beyond thrilled with the experience we had with Brian and Laurel from Aquadro Photography for our surprise proposal shoot! From start to finish, they made the entire process effortless and enjoyable. Communication was seamless, and they were quick to respond to any questions or ideas we had. What really stood out was how comfortable they made us feel throughout the shoot. They have such a warm and friendly presence, which helped us relax and truly enjoy the moment. They were also incredibly thoughtful and organized, providing backup plans and offering options that fit our vision perfectly while adding their own creative touch. They were great at adapting to our ideas while offering suggestions that really enhanced the experience. The way they coordinated everything made the day run smoothly and feel so special. The photos turned out absolutely incredible! We can't stop looking at them and can't wait to cherish them for a lifetime! Thank you, Brian and Laurel, for capturing such a wonderful and unforgettable moment in our lives. You both helped make our proposal something we'll always remember. read more

Dream Photos from a Dream Day! From the moment we met Brian for our engagement shoot in downtown Bar Harbor, we knew we had found the perfect photographer. My now husband and I aren't naturally comfortable in front of the camera, but Brian made us feel completely at ease, like we were just hanging out with a friend who happened to have a camera. When our wedding day arrived, we were lucky enough to have both Brian and Laurel capturing every moment, and they were absolutely incredible. They blended seamlessly into our day, capturing everything with such authenticity and care. Our photos are stunningly natural, emotional, and full of life. We're completely obsessed. One of the most unforgettable parts of our day was sending our guests on a two-hour boat cruise for cocktail hour while we explored Acadia with Brian, chasing the most magical light and scenery. It felt like a dream and the photos prove it. Aquadro Photography didn't just document our wedding; they elevated the entire experience. We're so grateful and can't recommend them highly enough!! read more

I used Aquadro Photography for my proposal shoot last summer. They were awesome to work with and took incredible photos. It was a no brainer to work with them again for our wedding too. Throughout both processes Brian and Laurel were amazing. Not only is their work phenomenal but they are fantastic to work with. Whenever we had questions or wanted to talk they made themselves available quickly and answered all of our questions. On the day of both times they showed up early, stayed late, and made the process seamless and easy. Could not recommend them enough, we already plan on using them for future family photo shoots. read more

My now fiance hired Aquadro Photography to take photos of our proposal, and it was so special and beautiful. He chose to have flowers and they did an AMAZING job with them, I still can't believe how beautiful they were. Brian was so nice and comfortable, and really captured the moments of how sweet the afternoon was. I'm forever grateful we had this moment captured in such a beautiful way! A really special touch was the Polaroid photo down on one knee. They took time to pick out a scenic, private and intimate spot. This day was a dream come true, highly recommend working with Aquadro Photography! read more

Aquadro Photography is the best! Brian helped me plan a surprise engagement, always quick to respond, patient, kind, and working with me! He sent detailed instructions and had the area expertise to help my dream proposal become a reality. He was inconspicuous during the proposal and my now fiancé didn't suspect anything! When we got the preview pictures we were so excited because of how beautiful they were! This proposal wouldn't have gone nearly as smoothly if it weren't for Brian and if you go with Aquadro Photography, you are in great hands! read more

We had such a wonderful experience with our family photos! Brian was amazing with our kids, gave great direction with posing, and made the session feel easy and fun. The photos turned out beautiful, and I ended up with over 40 that I absolutely love. Laurel was also excellent with communication before and after the session and very responsive with editing questions. We took time out of our family vacation to have these photos done, and I'm so glad we did. These pictures are something I will always cherish. Highly recommend! read more

I cannot recommend Brian and Laurel enough! TL;DR: the photos were beautiful and the price is incredibly reasonable. We did a 1-hour sunrise mountaintop proposal shoot with Brian and it was a fantastic experience. Both Laurel and Brian were extremely responsive during the planning stage, and the entire process was detailed very clearly. Brian was great at blending the specific things we wanted with all of the extra things we knew nothing about, offering a great balance that made the shoot go so smoothly. read more

I booked Laurel and Brian to take pictures during our vacation to Bar Harbor. Everything was easy and went so smoothly, from timely communications on where to meet and easy access to our gallery. The photo shoot (mini session) was quick and fun, and we all felt at ease. We absolutely love our photos! The images are something I'll cherish for years to come. I'm so grateful for your talent and the memories you've given my family. read more

Laurel and Brian, We LOVE our photos. I'm so happy. I even teared up. You captured us and the beautiful setting. These will be such a beautiful addition to our home. Thank you again. Sandie and John Bryant Wonderful communication up to the date of the photo shoot. Listened to what I was looking for in our family photo back drop and recommended the perfect location. Was happily surprised with the amount of photos Brian took. read more

We had a planned vacation to Maine the summer before our daughter's senior year of high school and wanted pictures taken of her with the beautiful Maine scenery. We scheduled a mini session with Laurel and Brian and were delighted with the outcome. The photos will always be a special remembrance of that trip and we plan to use them for her upcoming graduation announcements. read more

We had an amazing experience with Brian of Aquadro in Bar Harbor, Maine! The family photos taken by the water beautifully captured our memories. Their artistry and attention to detail truly made the session enjoyable. We're thrilled with the results and highly recommend their services for anyone looking to capture special moments! read more

Brian and Laurel were great! Communication was smooth, and they were very accommodating changing our photoshoot date due to bad weather. Brain took our photos -- He make us feel very comfortable and we had a lot of fun throughout the shoot. 100% recommend. We can't wait to see our engagement photos!! read more

Aquadro Photography took pictures of our large family and did a fabulous job. The photo shoot was professional but also fun for all the kids. The pictures captured the personalities of the various family members, and the photos will grace our home for years to come. Thank you, Laurel and Brian!! read more

We had an amazing experience with Brian and laurel. They were both extremely kind and easy to work with. I planned a my proposal with Brian and he made the whole process effortless. The proposal couldn't have gone better and the pictures came out perfect. I would recommend them to anyone! read more

Brian is incredible, he had the logistics nailed, was incredibly communicative, and the photoshoot was so fun and felt just like us. The end photos are AMAZING!!! Cannot recommend highly enough! read more