They say a picture is worth a thousand words -then about ten thousand more to someone in love. I'm here to confirm that both of those statements are true. Mostly thanks to the beautiful and esteemed work of Saiaf Films, who did an amazing job - I mean AMAZING JOB, with the completed photos I just received of my winter sunset wedding! Photos that for me at least, border on PERFECTION, especially since I had such poor expectations and was so doubtful starting out. My sister, bridesmaid and photographer herself, always says capturing the "look of love" is the hardest thing to do on film, two people truly in love even more so. I don't know if it's the sureness of self from years of experience, ultimately developing a knack for the right shots and which moments to preserve, or perhaps it's just the natural talent, passion and instinct for this type of art - having an "eye" for such photography. Believe me, for such a finely crafted and stunning finish, I can attest it truly is an "art." At least the fine folks at Saiaf Films have managed to take something as pedestrian as "taking a picture" and succeeded in elevating it into an art form themselves. I personally think it must be a combination of all three. Now I wouldn't call myself either model-like or ugly, but photos of me have always been...two thumbs down disappointing. I've just always hated the look on my face in most of them honestly. Like all of us, I've taken thousands, I'll admit, some of them I've even liked a little! A rare few that really managed to bring out the "essence of me" have I loved. Most though, I've plain disliked, or flat out hated! I just never learned how to pose, especially smile for them, and while my friend's fake smile game is solid, mine is AWFUL, let me tell you! Can anyone relate? For the mere fact it was my wedding, a moment in time to remember forever, I reluctantly agreed to hire someone and memorialize the day. I wasn't expecting much. I figured, through no fault or lack of skill on their part, that at best I'd get back a pile of pictures with my frozen, terrible "fake smiling" face in a beautiful white dress (and wearing a magnificent ring as well by the way, but I digress...) What I DID get back however, was the result of an unarguable, indisputable, talented and obviously dedicated to his craft, "PROFESSIONAL" professional photographer. Not to sound narcissistic by any means, but I was shocked to see myself in those photos as beautiful, delicate, feminine, happy, most of all, in love, very, very obviously in love in fact with my lifemate and now husband and partner for life. What he was able to skillfully capture was the look of desperation in our eyes that said "I can't and won't live without you!" The look of true joy on our faces as we clasped hands at the alter and realized we were about to be joined eternally at the root, till death parts us. The look that only those stupidly in love share, the look that I was skeptical could be caught, but is so joyously and plainly evident to see. Those gorgeous pictures that still bring a tear to my eye upon seeing again. Even the abstract, object only photos, without people or faces, from our grasped hands, ringside up, to the invitations, date cards and place settings at the tables, even in those, I stress talented photographer did more than snap a photo, he captured the spirit of birth in all its Glory. The birth of a family, the birth of a new era, the birth of the rest of our lives together, the birth of something truly breathtaking, living, fragile. Every photo was the same, and each glowed with the spirit of life in a way I've not seen before and doubt to see again. To call photography merely an art almost borders on insulting here. They created magic. Magic I'll be humbly proud to show off on display for a lifetime, then will to the kids as a treasure to cherish in time, because they really ARE that good! Well, since I can't repay my gratitude with a full time salary, the very least I can do is leave my glowing recommendation here, and that, coming from a genuine, it takes an awful lot to impress me, skeptic. To think, a rave report like this, (which I never, ever do - and don't get me started on the damned caterers!) From someone who always has, and with this exception alone, always WILL hate their own photos, listen up; to anyone out there like me, who cringes at the thought of (painful, fake) smiling for the camera, if there's anyone, ANY, ONE, who has the natural talent, and inherent skill, (not to mention some very competitive rates besides,) it's the brilliant, accommodating and friendly folks at Saiaf Films. read more

Oh where do I even start, for everyone If you seriously want to have some of the best wedding memories at a fantastic price point and zero stress on your wedding day, you can't go wrong with Saiaf films. I hardly post reviews online but I just needed to share my experience with these guys. I already booked a photographer like say 3 months in advance, the guy almost everyone in my family had used for their wedding. About 3 weeks to the wedding, he suddenly took ill and there wasn't any plan for him to find a replacement. I think it was one of the worst things that happened during the planning process but at the end of the day, one of the best also. I saw their page on Instagram and just decided to send a message if I could have someone come around in that short notice. They replied almost immediately which I appreciated and within a few hours, we pretty much had a deal. They had another engagement that day but because I was having an evening wedding, it kinda made it easy to get a team across. I can safely tell you that the wedding video made me shed a few tears and I am absolutely grateful that the finished work was more than I bargained for. Given the short notice and the rush factor, everything went smoothly. I am totally impressed by the way they were professional and were able to keep me updated after the wedding, even with the video editing. When there were issues, they did everything to proffer solutions that made sense and worked out well in the end. I'd rate you guys 7 stars if I could. They're that awesome and amazing!!! We couldn't wish anything better with our wedding photos!! They did an incredible job capturing every event of our wedding as they unfold--the love and genuine emotions, and then the fun during the reception party. We didn't get a video (which we regret!), but we're still able to relive the fun and magic over and over again with his beautifully taken photos, which captured the spirit of the event. We loved how laid back and relatable Saiaf was, while also being extremely professional. He showed up on our first meeting early and prepared with all the sample photos and videos from his previous projects. He was also straightforward with his opinions on different options. He was very honest as well about the pros and cons of my desire not to have the first-look photos before the ceremony commences. In the end, we've decided to completely skip the first look so that we can have the truest reactions as I walked down the aisle. But we also wanted to make sure that we didn't spend too much time with photos after the ceremony, so we will not be missing out on spending time with our guests during the cocktail hour. Saiaf put up with my schedule and was very quick to ensure that everything works out as planned. Everyone in his team was fast and efficient, while also making sure that me and my husband have some special time alone before we join the group. We were able to get a ton of beautiful pictures of the two of us in a few different spots at our venue in Heritage Square, along with the fun photos with our families and friends. The candid photos he took were just as lovely as the posed ones. We've got lots of beautiful smiles and laughs, tears of joy, and crazy moves on the dance floor. Above all, you just can't beat the price combined with their great personality, experience and professionalism. Highly recommended!!! read more

Saiaf Films team is phenomenal... Not only they were such a wonderful, warm team of professionals, they were so easy to work with, and so much fun... on top of all that, their works as what we have seen were truly amazing! From the moment we started with our planning to the engagement photos, to the wedding day, I trusted them fully. I didn't have to think or worry on my wedding day about what I wanted... in fact, I didn't do much of the planning of my photography, I just listened to their suggestions and was confident they would do everything right--and they did! They were all super easy-going and confident yet open to unique ideas. They were efficient and organized. My husband remarked after the wedding how grateful he was to have this team as our photographer. They kept us on schedule, worked so well with my planner and the other vendors, was great directing our wedding party and family to where they needed to be, and knew moment-by-moment what they wanted us to do. They capture REAL, beautiful moments, full of emotions STUNNINGGGLLLLYY!!! Additionally, they all work seamlessly, too. I am blown away at how great they were, seriously. My husband and I both have very large families, so even though we forewarned them about family photos and asked them to be ready and attentive, the family portraits still were a bit stressful and I was beginning to worry that we wouldn't make it on time or even have enough time for one-on-one photos of my groom and I. But I was just sooooo impressed how Sara snapped portraits so fast and made sure we have enough time for couple shoot. We ended up with countless of stunning, intimate photos of me and my husband, which are my favorites of the whole bunch. At the end of the day, you will not be disappointed with Saiaf Films They also delivered the photos ahead of schedule, via an online portal and I'm so grateful for their use of this technology. I can easily download and share all of our photos. I was able to conveniently send the link to my family and friends who could view them all and download just the photos they wanted. Having been in the creative industry myself, I knew exactly what style of photography I wanted for my wedding, and then came across Saiaf's portfolio. His reportage photography, fantastic eye for composition along with his modern post-production style were exactly what I was after. My husband and I met him over a cup of coffee and very quickly realised that his friendly, approachable personality along with his enthusiasm and passion for his work shone out amongst the sea of photographers we've met, and we had every faith that he would be perfect for our day. He and his team was a pleasure to work with, we had lots of fun, they made us feel relaxed in front of the camera and they were discreet while also being authoritative when they needed to be. We loved their calm and laidback nature. We were absolutely blown away with the results! Saiaf beautifully captured the essence of our perfect day and his photography will tell our story forever more! Thank you so much! read more

Need a professional photographer for a special event? Look no further! These guys will provide the best photography service for any occasion. My cousin got married over the weekend and just like always, he leaves important things for the last minute. This time, he forgot to hire a professional photography service. He did not know who to call. We did not know who to call either. Luckily, a friend of ours recommended Saiaf Films. At first, I thought that this company would be expensive, but knowing it came from my friend, who is the cheapest guy around, I had a feeling Saiaf Films was affordable enough to get hired by my friend. And I was right. When we first contacted them, their customer service was polite, friendly, and professional. From that moment on, we had a great feeling about this company. Mind you, this was 1 day before the wedding! But we didn't have to explain too much about how "last minute" this request was. They understood clearly and began the process quickly. They even offered an arrival policy, where half the price was cut off if their team arrived late at the weeding. How cool was that? You know they'll be there from the very second your special day begins. My cousin's wedding was at one of the Hilton Hotels. The wedding was unbelievable. The place and the decoration made it seem like one of those weddings from a movie. It was really that epic. My cousin and her now wife looked amazing. The looked so happy and pleased with everything, especially with Saiaf Films. The whole night of the beautiful wedding was translated by the photos taken by the team. The quality of the photos and the special moments of my cousin's wedding look superb, the wedding album was well done, and it received so many praises from everyone. The photographer really went above and beyond just to make sure that they capture every special moment candidly. They are truly experts in the field of creativity. They truly made my cousin's and his wife's day of celebration something they will always remember with the amazing photos and videos. Saiaf Films does an incredible job at photography and videography. When you get a chance, you should check out their website at www.saiaffilms.com. You will see their past work, what they do, their team, who they are, and much more. They have many forms of contact so they're always available for you. They listen, they accommodate, and they produce a quality product and customer service. I know I will be in contact with Saiaf Films again soon. I have a couple of special events coming up and I want to create great memories. After I saw how great of a team they were at my cousin's wedding, I know they will provide the same quality of service. So if you have any special events coming up and do not know who to call, get in cotact with Saiaf Films A. S. A. P! You will not be disappointed. You will be glad you called and hired these guys for you special occasion. Check out their website at www.saiaffilms.com and request an estimate. You will be surprised at how affordable these guys are! read more

Saiaf Films easily exceeds expectations and brings you an experience you will tell your friends and family about with a product to back up your wonderful day. I have been to multiple weddings that he has shot at. As a photographer, I understand the stress that comes with a photography and videography, the pressure of not getting in the way of guests but being able to get the shots on site. Not only is he kind to the guests, he has a welcoming warm smile. He is accommodating and communicates well with his clients. He clearly understands what he is doing because he is at many of the weddings I have attended, along with the many positive reviews on this site. I understand the technical skills involved in photography along with the responsibility that comes with making sure that all lenses are cleaned, the equipment is working properly, and the batteries are charged. But videography is much more difficult, and Saiaf Films understands all these factors, which of course is imperative, and still provides stunning videos! He has high-end gear along with software to edit the videos. I am really impressed with the quick delivery of the videos along with the quality of the edits. Being fantastic at videography can only take you so far, but having professional communication accompanied with interpersonal communication allows for the clients to trust the videographer/photographer. This trust is important because the clients let down their guard, and they become a lot more relaxed with a camera pointed at them. This turns into a creation of wonderful and GENUINE photos and videos to be captured. Saiaf Films is experienced in this, with quick correspondence, speaking professionally but also giving off a comfortable and joyful vibe, and always keeping the clients in the loop. Saiaf Films is also a story teller. His final products are a gorgeous depiction of the couple and their special day that they will treasure for years. He leaves everyone in awe at the beauty of his videos! He doesn't just showcase the dancing and the ceremony. He goes into detail with shots of the venue, décor, center pieces, cake cutting, people engaging with each other, scenes of the couple being cute with each other and portrays it without being cheesy. He sends his clients a highlight video, then a draft of the full video. I really like the fact that he does this because it gives the chance of the couples to change the story board or have a different color grading edit to the video. This also gives the opportunity of the couple to take part in the editing process. I do this as well with my clients; making sure that they have an input in the final product and keeping communication consistent even after shoot. Again, as a photographer, I see many things that the average person may not. He excels in the art of storytelling, videography, and photography! I highly recommend Saiaf Films for you, your friend's wedding, or any other event. He won't disappoint you, or any of your guests! read more

Saiaf Films is honestly the bomb when it comes to anything related to photography. I recently helped with the logistics for the wedding of a close friend of mine, and I cannot stress how happy he and his wife are with the results of their pictures. They look fantastic, top of the line, and I think I look better in them than I ever could in real life. My friend and his wife were even happy to have them at the wedding, they were simultaneously professional and also enjoying the ceremony with the rest of us guests. There were plenty of smiles and jokes to go around from their staff to lighten the mood, and everyone had that easy happiness that comes when you know that you're looking good. And it was easier than ever to look good, as they photographers only caught you in the best light or in authentic moments. There were plenty of static photos as well to be sure, but they helped make those more bearable through a combination of recommendations, ranging anywhere from poses and picture themes to simple stuff like fixing a collar or smoothing some unruly hair, and just generally making them feel less like we were posing at all. The results of the ceremony obviously pleased me, but the entire process was top of the line as well. The initial set up was incredibly easy, and after hearing the nightmares that some of my friends have sat through as grooms to get photos I was shocked at how quick the process was. They were extremely understanding, and flexible enough to solve any problem that arose during the process of getting our photos done. When the ceremony got an influx of funds from a relative of the bride, and the party suddenly doubled in size, they were able to get extra people out there with very little notice to make sure that every magical moment would be captured on film. I really got lucky, my friend thinks I'm a wizard for getting him such great results. I am not planning on tying the knot anytime soon, or maybe ever, but I know exactly whom I would call to hire. If I didn't have my event in a location they could service, I would still call to ask for recommendations, and they seemed more than happy to help any way they possibly could. Even if I just want nice cards for the holidays for my family or birthday shots, I would definitely give them a call. The next time I'm in town I've already planned to see what we can set up to give me a better professional headshot, because I'm tired of the company ones where you look like a statue with bad lighting. And I know I'm not alone in this, I saw plenty of the wedding guests asking for cards and contact information. That's the kind of results that speak for themselves. More people should know about this company. I never write reviews unless I'm displeased, but I felt compelled to let the world know that wedding logistics, or at least just the photography aspect of it, don't have to be a nightmare to accomplish. read more

Have you ever seen the Friends episode where Monica and Chandler try taking professional photos for their engagement announcement? Well, that's literally the experience we had trying to take photos for family group picture. Let me just say that I THOUGHT I could smile, but n o p e, turns out I don't. At least not when I am nervous. But this place literally made us feel like at home. The photographer made jokes and gave us so many useful tips to calm down out nerves and helped us with out body language. Seriously THE best photoshoot my entire family has ever had. Let's just say that my family will be making all of their photoshoots here, without a doubt. The wait to obtain the photos was not bad at all considering the outstanding quality of pictures we obtained. I mean, they offered exactly what we wanted, in size, in quantity and quality for a very reasonable price. After having taken the pictures, they made sure to show us the, what felt like gazillion, pictures, to ensure which ones we would all like to reveal. My sister and mom, being the extremely picky family members, asked for a few photoshop fixes and they were more than content to make sure we obtained exactly and even more than we asked for. The work was so exceptional that my cousin utilized their services for her wedding pictures and portraits. Their pictures are literally works of angels, without any exaggeration intended. I mean, I have seen many many many many wedding photos in my life; almost enough to believe there can not be any possible new and original ideas out there, but her photographer worked magic. My cousin having to be 'original original' requested, yeah, you guessed it, an original never seen before photoshoot. Before the designated date, she got contacted by the film studio with multiple ideas for her to choose for her amazing photoshoot. Using simple words is such an understatement for the awe of work they provided. Their photographer is simply the most amazing, educated, understanding, patient, and creative individual we have ever worked with. ESPECIALLY having to mention that we come from a HUGE family. So there are a lot more pictures than expected. Some of the kids were not behaving the way we expected and we were just told that that is part of the job and simply so so so so so so so so so understanding. They literally even had suggestions in how to grab the kids' attention and how to calm them down for the photos. They just made a nervous situation into such a breeze. We are just simply blessed to have come across them out of the blue. Again, this film studio is literally set for business from my family until we stop reproducing. Their work is simply that out of this world amazing. If you are reading this, it's because you're looking for a film studio. Look no more. This is your place to go. You will not regret it. read more

My engagement took place a few months ago and I am beyond happy that I went with the one and only Saiaf Films! If I could give them 10 stars I would! They are a professional, talented and just an overall really approachable, kind, upbeat team and truly amazing. Our engagement wouldn't have been that perfect without them, They covered our entire engagement party and not only did they arrive earlier on set, but they also stayed late ensuring they covered the entire event. They were literally all over the place (in a good way) attaining really creative and gorgeous shots of everything and everyone. I couldn't be happier with my impeccable video and album from Saiaf Films! Our video has a perfect balance of fun, creativity and love! I was pretty particular about the photos I desired and the team ensured that I got in all the poses and angles I wanted plus more! Saiaf Films also returned calls and emails in a timely manner which is much appreciated in the midst of all the planning stress. They beautifully captured all the epic moments and the passion they have for their work really shines through their photos and videos. They made us all look and feel really good! We were so grateful they quickly saw and understood what we wanted as a couple; our style. They were very helpful and sweet to guide us through the process with ease and were so great at following up. Out of our entire day they were a seamless part, capturing everything to the tee so naturally! I'm so glad I entrusted my memories to them! Highest recommendation! Then when the wedding time came, remembering how amazing Saiaf staff was we hired Saiaf Films for our wedding on June 28, and they had Sara and Anthony for us. I was thankful for this two and was amazed with how professional they handled everybody at my wedding. On the day of the wedding, they arrived on time, ready to go and they were very composed throughout the day. In fact, I thank Sara for assisting me on non-photography related things on that very busy day. Sara was so helpful and is really knowledgeable and made me feel that my feelings were paramount, even though she was pulled in many different directions. Anthony, well let's just say he's got a good sense of humor. He has his own way of making you feel relaxed and keeps you reminded that this day is about having fun. These two worked great together. Now that we just got back from our honeymoon, we received an email from them letting us know that all our photos are already available (that was just a week after our wedding!) Each photo was beautifully taken and enhanced-such impressive quality!! Thank you both for wonderful photographs of our wedding. Looking forward to working with you again! And ill definitely recommend them to anyone who I know that's about to do either engagement party or a wedding party. read more

Finding the right people to photograph and video your wedding is so important, you don't get a chance to do it twice, so making sure you find someone who is going to do it right can be a challenge, the people at Saiaf films are very sensitive to this, they know what an important event this is in people's lives and strive to make the process as pleasant and easy as possible, their communication is always good, and the quality of the pictures and video is unsurpassed, could not be more pleased with the entire experience and outcome, would highly recommend! Anyone that hires Saiaf films will not regret it. They offer fantastic service and are very dependable. We paid for their premium service and even though their site says they get back within 4 hours, I got a call back within 30 mins. Great customer service and after event support. Starting from our first encounter, I must say I was more than impressed. The timely service, and don't get me started on the quality of the pictures, they were just perfect. All our preferences were taken note of and I must say they went even beyond my family's expectation. I first heard of Saiaf Films when I went to my friend's wedding back in 2014 and ever since have kept bumping into them at wedding conventions and advertisements that I saw online. So when it was time for my wedding planning and my engagement shoot I decided to contact them. I hired Saiaf Films to do my engagement photo shoot back in October and what I realized was every time I would contact another company it would take very long for them to get back to me but the moment that I contacted Saiaf Films I received a phone call almost immediately. The service I got was excellent, and everything I requested in regards to what I wanted at the photo shoot was met. In particular I asked for the photo shoot to be extended by an additional 30 minutes and I was not charged for that. I was also interested in shooting at multiple locations and there is usually a charge for that it was waived for me. We ended up with about 75 photos all of which we got to choose ourselves and we were very happy with it. I highly recommend this company and will return for my wedding. Saiaf and his team are consummate professionals. I got more than I bargained for. I also loved the fact that they included photo prints for me in the album package. These are just fantastic and I used them in some of the frames we got as gifts during the wedding. Customer service was on point, pricing was reasonable given the quality they delivered and they did not miss anything during the wedding. You're just the best. My heartfelt greetings and appreciation for what you guys were able to accomplish. I know I wasn't the easiest person to work with but you guys did an awesome job. Thank you so so very much!! read more

Saiaf Films is the most professional wedding photographer in the area. Don't waste your time elsewhere and do you pocket the favor: call up Saiaf. His rates are very affordable when you take his quality into account. He has the ability to make anyone feel very comfortable in front of the camera. Even though I personally feel great in front of the camera, my husband is on the shy side. After the conversations we had with Saiaf, my husband felt at ease. It was such a great experience! We snapped many photos and had such a great time. During our wedding, Saiaf was able to capture everything perfectly. Almost like a movie. Which by the way, Saiaf is also an astounding videographer. We really recommend hiring Saiaf for your weeding photo and video needs because he truly is the best. You need someone to catch all the moments and all the beautiful faces of all your guests and that is surely what he did! He never once disappointed. Although my wedding was very diverse and lively, Saiaf was able to keep up with the high tempo and animosity of the crowd. It was truly a pleasure having him. All my guests agreed that he knew exactly how to handle himself amidst all the happenings. Looking back at the photos and tapes, it's almost as if he captured everything while at the same time no one saw him. It was magical. Although it may seem burdensome to spend the extra money, it is truly worth it. Take my experience as a leading example. After consulting with Saiaf, we found the most affordable package and we do not regret it one bit. After all the beauty that occurred on my special day with my beloved husband and family, what we would have regretted is not having someone record the moments. We did think of the idea of just getting an extra guest to record and photograph the moments, but for the quality that Saiaf provided, we knew the decision we went with would not disappoint. Not to forget, Saiaf didn't miss a single shot. I'm currently looking back on the photos and the price that we paid for the variety of shots provided is just ridiculous. This is basically a steal. He photographed the cake, my husband and I dancing, the food, our guests having a great time. He didn't forget anything. Saiaf and his staff know exactly what you are looking for during the consultation and they do not fail to deliver. Quite above the expectations if you ask me! With the gorgeous shots, angles and lighting, and the customer service that was provided: we recommend anyone that is looking for a great photographer and videographer to consider Saiaf and his crew for their next event. They know the perfect balance of being very professional all while being very laid-back and realistic with the customers. I loved every bit of the experience that Saiaf Films provided my loved ones and I. read more

My younger brother recently got married and as best man, I was helping with a lot of the wedding plans, including the photography. We had Saiaf Films hired for the photography/videography and it was a very pleasant and easy experience. They arrived a day prior to the wedding to fill me in on how things should be done and if we had any additional specifics we were interested in. The film crew were like ghosts, they got a lot of really amazing shots without interfering with any of the events. The coolest part for us was the drone video. I didn't even know this was something photographers/videographers did at weddings. It was breathtakingly shot and edited. We were allowed to request video edits which our uncle requested. Showed that this company is adopting to technological change very well and is keeping up with changes in the industry. They had photos from many different angles and styles which let us pick out our favorites and types of photos we liked the most. We were allowed to request to have some photos be left unedited as well since they looked so perfect on their own. Saiaf Films also made it very easy for us to share the photos with our close friends and relatives so that they could help pick out photos too. They offered lots of customization for the album and end results. While we were happy with the edits on the photos, it was very reassuring to know that they would be willing to fix up edits we didn't like at no extra cost. They offered lots of suggestions as we were not the most versed in photography, so they explained everything that we need to know to make the best decisions for the photos. The photos arrived about 3 weeks after we selected the photos that we wanted. I was honestly surprised that the ratings on yelp were so low, I didn't run into any issues working with Saiaf. It originally made me think again before reaching out to them but after talking with them over the phone, I was pretty confident that things would turn out just fine and they did! I would always get a callback the day I called within a few hours. Email would take about a day to get a response. They also had some of the best prices that I could find while looking for wedding photo and film. My brother was very happy with the work and has his best memories engraved thanks to Saiaf Films. I just wanted to say thanks because he has been so happy with the work; he and his wife have like every room stacked with picture frames of photos from the wedding. It was a pleasure working with you. I would highly recommend Saiaf Films for anyone looking to hire a photographer/videographer for their best friends' or their own special wedding. The photos and video will bring back many memories from that amazing and incredible day. read more

We are THRILLED with the job Saiaf did for our wedding as both the planners and the photographers! They always responded to our emails immediately and were happy to answer any questions on both ends at once, which helped so much with the organization on the day of because we could have our final meetings with our lead photographer on the same day. For both services, the company sends you a very detailed client form to fill out so you can customize it however you'd like, down to what family members you want in photos or what songs you do/do not want played which is truly amazing!! Photographer was absolutely INCREDIBLE! He took our directions and executed them perfectly, and then added extra on top of that. He made sure we were all on the same page the entire night, down to the smallest detail, and really went the extra mile for us. For example, we asked him to take some specific photos and he actually took the time to research and went an extra mile and told us what to do for the best photos taken , which everyone LOVED and got very into the spirit of the night! He also made sure to do all of our specific requests seamlessly. Saiaf did both our engagement photos and our wedding photos. We are so excited to see how the wedding photos turn out, but our engagement photos were great! Saiaf really took the time to take whatever photos we asked for and the team took care to get photos from different angles throughout the day. We can't wait until August to see the final product! :D My fiancé always tells me about how comforting and amazing they were throughout the whole photographing process They were so helpful that I booked Saiaf films to capture my surprise proposal, and my fiancé and I are so incredibly pleased with how the photos turned out!! Booking Saiaf was so easy because the photographer was totally able to make a photo package the best suited me. He was incredibly flexible about the date, time, location, picture availability, and editing. Our photographer for the proposal was amazing. Omg, she was such a delight! I proposed at El Matador Beach in Malibu. Saiaf literally showed up way before the proposal just to get a layout of the location and to find all the best angles. The fact that they took that time out of their day just for us was so sweet! They captured incredible pictures for us during the proposal, and while taking pictures of us afterwards, he was smiling and laughing with us from start to end. He didn't even seem as though he was doing a job but enjoying his art. My fiancé and I are so happy with the photos he took read more

We are extremely glad to have found Saiaf for our super amazing (thanks to Saiaf) wedding. If you are looking for artistic, and dramatic wedding photos to capture your wedding day then Saiaf is absolutely the right choice. If this is not enough, read on... DETAILS We submitted our inquiry for their service, and started the long email exchange with them. I say "long email exchange" because we are busy in the day like most people. We had a lot of questions regarding the Saiaf service, as we never used a professional photographer.they were helpful and patient to answer all of our emails. We also scheduled a conference call to discuss details, and had a great conversation with them. Days before the big event, we confirmed the appointment, and when we walked into the place for the party, they found us quickly (I was busy trying to figure out where to go and totally forgot about finding the photographers)...saved again by Saiaf. I was pleasantly surprised at how well he knew where to go for the wedding registration, what a relief! I already forgot to look for them, was nervous and had thousands of thoughts racing in my head. He was very patient and explained everything that we would be doing at the county clerk's office. We had to wait 30 minutes before our time to be called up to the counter, He realized this and made the most of this delay by taking our photos at the hall, this was a pleasant surprise to see that he would be efficient with the time. The ceremony, He, placed our guests at locations that captured everyone but focused on us (bride and groom). I didn't realize it when he orchestrated the arrangement, but when I saw the photos, they were perfect, just PERFECT. The photos captured every emotional moment which allows us to relive that special time (Lets be real, isn't this what you would want in a professional photographer?). Now for the Photos he took in the hall while we were waiting, the photos were spectacular, artistic and creative. He took control, and politely asked other visitors to wait so he could take photos, again, another pleasant surprise which made us feel special. I never thought the natural lighting at the wedding hall would capture such amazing photos, but I believe a lot had to do with him and his keen eye as a professional photographer. Our only mistake that day was not spending more time in the hall with the photographer, sigh, bigger sigh just thinking about this again, sigh, we should have listened to his recommendations read more

When you got alot on your plate and still wanna do the right thing it's hard to plan a nice wedding. when I found my lady I knew she was the one would make me happy for life. She wanted to be official so we got engaged. But living in LA ain't cheap so we didn't know what we're were gonna. Them I got a job offer in Phoenix for alot more money that was really gonna help us out so I tried to convince my girl to wait til after we moved to give her the best wedding she could dream of after I started to get paid. But she said we had to get married in LA so her sick daddy could be there so I had to figure it out. So we found a chappel and a place for the Afters, and she was able to find a nice pretty new dress and some flowers and we was all set. Then she says we need a photographer. I told her we could print out some pics we took ourselves but she wouldn't even think about it. So I was scratching my head. I was talking it over mad worried by my bro said he know a good friendly guy could work it out with me. He was Phoenix but willing to travel, so even better. I still wasn't sure I could afford it, but I called what turn out to be Saiaf films. So I talked it over and the owner was sympathetic and respectful of my situation and we worked out a deal. Thankfully we got everything set and paid just in the nick of time. The photographer that came did an amazing job for our pictures and my girl couldn't be happier. She looked more beautiful in her dress than I ever seen her before. Best part was the pictures she took with her daddy which were the last she got before he went into the hospital. Planning our wedding was stressful. And all the people I talk to didn't care about my family or day. They only cared about the money. The only one I remember who was respectful and kind and cared enough to work with me was the photography crew at Saiaf. After our recent move to Phoenix I seen our pics go up on the wall and looking at my happy wife's smiling face made me remember their good karma and made me wanna stop by and drop a line over here to let y'all know about these good people and the fine work they do. I keep they number in my phone now when anyone ask about a photographer I'll be handing out only they number. I can't peace out without giving them my thumbs up and props which they got the rest of my life. Shout out to my saiaf fam. You my kind of family type people. We won't forget what you did for us during our stressful but special time. read more

"Ever since I saw a wedding video over 15 years ago, I knew the day I got married, I wanted to have a wedding video of my own. Being on a budget, I knew this was an extra expense, but was something that I was not willing to part with. I researched videographers and found Saiaf Films which turned out to be one of the best decisions for my wedding day. From the initial communication with Saiaf, I could tell he was passionate about his business and his customers. He was super responsive, very organized and flexible with setting up an initial meeting. When I met Saiaf knew this would be a great fit! Saiaf was awesome to work with through the planning and communication process including being patient with me not knowing logistics up until a few days before the wedding. Saiaf arrived on time to the house where the bridesmaids were getting ready and were friendly, easy to work with and very helpful. When their filming was done, off they went to the venue. When I arrived at the venue to change, Saiaf took charge and was a huge help in logistics (ie getting groomsmen out of bridal party suite so I could change, ensuring that no one saw me, organizing myself and my maid-of-honor to make my way to our first look, etc.) Overall, Saiaf was amazing in making sure that all went smoothly while the photographer was setting up and my day of coordinator was setting up the ceremony/reception area. Throughout my wedding day, Saiaf were present when I needed him to be and available for questions, but also stayed behind the scenes so as not to disrupt any of the guests. Saiaf checked in with me before he left and I couldn't have thanked him more for assisting throughout the day. The week following the wedding, Saiaf was ready to put the video footage together, but had to wait because we had not chosen our songs yet. Saiaf was very patient while waiting to hear from us. We did get him our song choices at the end of the week and by Sunday night we had a trailer and a long video! They were amazing! Saiaf did such a great job in such little time to get our wedding video in our hands. I've heard horror stories from friends about their wedding video taking forever so I was so excited when my video was turned around in a matter of days! I would highly recommend Saiaf Films to film your wedding as Saiaf and his staff are great and the work Saiaf puts together is beyond what I ever could have expected. A huge thank you to Saiaf!" read more

I don't know where to start, but the moment me and my husband met Saiaf, he was very friendly and down-to-earth. I can really say that Saiaf went the extra mile to get to know us throughout the process. We are the shy-type of couple, but Saiaf and team was able to pull the playful side of us that showed in every photo he took during our engagement shoot. Saiaf gave us more than just breath-taking photos, but a friendship I would cherish for a lifetime. He easily got along with my husband and some of our closest friends and relatives who sometimes we ask to go with us during some meetings. Now, something about the photographs he took from our wedding day, saying they're beautiful is an understatement. Saiaf was able to make the photos look dramatic with his excellent eye for photography. The lighting and the photography style was superb, which me and my husband adore so much. Saiaf showed the best of us in every photo, and he did not miss to capture the beautiful set up we had and the fun and special moments between us and our families and friends. His other 2 staffs who joined him in covering our wedding works seamlessly with him, they did not even have to bother flow of the program and our guests to take photos. We are just surprised he was able to capture my 5-year-old nephew dancing in a corner at the reception with our dog Lofi. It was such a cute moment we could have missed if not because of Saiaf. They also helped us get a hair and makeup artist to have me styled, and I'm very happy they got the style I just wanted to have, simple yet sophisticated. I will say this--if you want to get the most wonderful photos of your wedding--Saiaf Films is the way to go. Their customer service is more than just capturing amazing moments, they create an experience that lets you enjoy the adventure and make remarkable memories. They are reliable, laidback, flexible, friendly and just overall fun. We could not have asked for a better team to complete the most amazing day of our lives, Seriously Saiaf is an extraordinary talent behind the lens, as well as a total pro behind the scene when he's not busy taking photos. I just cant praise him enough. Great photographer. Kudos for a job well done. Definitely recommend them to anyone who's planning to get married. Thank you again Saiaf for making our special day even more special. read more

Saiaf is, simply put, amazing. My wife and I could not have asked for a better photographer to capture our special day. Before I get to the photography bit however, I'd like to say that one of my favorite things about the photographer is the fact that he did an excellent job of respecting our time and our preferences. At our first meeting, he was extremely receptive to our thoughts and concerns, and was extremely easy to communicate with before, during, and after our wedding day. As a bonus, his services are quite affordable as far as wedding photography goes, and he chooses not to charge couples an arm and a leg to retain their rights to their wedding photos. As far as the day itself, He was a delight to work with. he was professional and just as importantly, unobtrusive. Everyone at the event felt comfortable around both his and his assistant, and the two of them did an excellent job of capturing a mix of candid, detail, and posed shots. Neither my wife nor I really have much in the way of patience for being photographed for extended periods of time, but with him, things felt natural and easy. I fully expected to get tired and burned out well before we were done taking photos, and I was surprised when it didn't happen. The whole thing, actually really, really, fun. It's been a little over a month since our wedding day, and He has remained a delight to work with. I frankly can't recommend him enough, especially if you happen to be in the market for a skilled wedding photographer who charges you a fair price. If you are looking for a wedding photographer in Arizona, look no further! Saiaf has THE photographer to choose! He provided us with so many AMAZING wedding photos. He was easy to work with and very patient with all my many questions before the photo shoot. He was super accommodating with the schedule and location. Plus, no one can beat his prices - we called around to multiple places before choosing Saiaf. His price was definitely the most fair and he was the most generous with the sheer amount of pictures and backdrops we did. Other photographers seemed to want to nickle and dime us for our large wedding, extra photos, etc... I just can not recommend Saiaf enough because they're worth every penny we gave them. read more

I have known Saiaf Films since 2013 when they covered my sisters wedding in downtown San Francisco. I kept following them in hopes to get a chance to have them cover my wedding. I came across their promos a few times on a few sites and decided to finalize with them. When it comes to photography I dont care much for posed shots so I explained to their head scheduler that it's all about candids for me. Its candids that make all the difference. I got just that and feel good about it because these are images that have a sophisticated looks to them. Memories are everything to me. it's purely brilliant work. i'd Check them out for sure. No distance is too far for them. They cover all 50 states and they don't charge for travel. Talk about a relief for a bride right there. They hold 5 star ratings and awarded five awards in one year. They respond within an hour after getting your wedding vision you want. They will do a 2 to 3 full wedding coverage. Pricing is much more easier to work with then some having pictures taken was a big part of the day for us and having the talent and personality they entrusted with that responsibility was a dream. I really couldn't have asked for a better company to take care of capturung the most brilliant and loving memories that needed to come out top notch. I highly recommend using these guys you will definitely not regret the whole experience was amazing! through the initial tediuos hiring process, I learned that Saiaf films does not charge for travel! Since weddings can be a bit pricey to begin with, I was relieved when I learned this! Our wedding took place in New York. Since it was wintertime, I was a little nervous about the weather and plane delays. I was so impressed that Saiaf films planned ahead and showed up a day early so they could avoid any potential problems. I wasnt super excited about the pre-wedding shoot, but the team made the process fun and very natural. My husband and I found ourselves laughing throughout the shoot. Saiaf Films offered their insight, advice, and guidance on poses and placed us where they thought we could get the best shots. The team was excellent and professional. They made us feel at ease and were unobtrusive. read more

"Incredible quality, great communication, and treasured keepsake for our big day! Working with Saiaf at Saiaf Films was one of the best decisions we made! We are so thankful we have a video of this amazing day in our lives. They say time flies when you're having fun and that is so true. With Saiaf capturing this day for us, we're able to see those special moments with our family and friends again. We also get to see some of the moments we missed like the reactions during the ceremony, all our guests mingling during cocktail hour, watching our first dance, and late-night dance battles. One of my bridemaids literally said "That is the best wedding video I have ever seen!" A family member also told me within seconds of watching the video they were overcome with emotion in their heart. Saiaf doesn't just put a bunch of video clips and music together he does an incredible job telling the story of the greatest day of our lives. A very important thing too, is how easy it is to work with Saiaf. He reached out to us to check-in and was very responsive to all our questions. We were able to "meet" with him over Fcetime when we were first looking for a videographer. Our wedding was in Bellingham, several miles north of where Saiaf is based, but he did an excellent job communicating with our wedding coordinator and photographer so that we didn't have to worry about timelines. Everything flowed well that day and Saiaf and his assistant did a great job capturing moments between us, our wedding party, and family and friends. Saiaf is such a friendly and easy-going person with a lot of skill that it felt very natural to have him around to capture the day. But it doesn't end there! Saiaf did an excellent job communicating and getting clips and the final video edit to us quickly. He continues to be excited for us and celebrate our special day with thoughtful posts and messages. That is something we really appreciate since he was so close to us all day for this tremendous life event. We highly recommend working with and getting to know Saiaf!" read more