Let me start off by saying this review is LONG overdue! We could not recommend Shannon and Justin more. I had done a ton of research on wedding photography and knew that we wanted someone to be able to capture our personalities and candid moments vs. super posed photos. From the first meeting with them, we knew they were our wedding photographers. We loved that they were a husband/wife team and were down to earth. They had us laughing the whole consultation meeting We had an amazing engagement session at San Francisco City Hall. It was actually our plan B as recommended by Shannon because it was too windy at Ocean Beach that day. Had we not taken her advice, our photos wouldn't have been nearly as amazing. Fast forward six months later and our wedding day went even more seamless. Not only were they incredibly professional but they knew how to calm our nerves. From holding bouquets to chatting it up with awkward family members, we could not have been more impressed. Plus, can we talk about the photos? Their attention to detail, care, and talent showed through in their work. To this day, we are still raving about the two of them and receiving compliments on our wedding photos. They blew our expectations out of the water. We cannot thank you enough, Shannon and Justin! read more

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Look no further than the Vondys in your search for wedding photographer! Shannon and Justin were consummate professionals - they were so organized leading up to the wedding and on the day of. They made us feel so comfortable and at ease during both the engagement photo shoot and wedding day. We looked at multiple different photographers and the Vondys pictures were by far the best we came across. Our photos are truly magical and look so natural and ethereal. There is just a "je ne sais quoi" quality about Vondys photos that make them clearly better than the rest and I don't know how they do it. They are worth their weight in gold! read more

True Friends. That is what you get when you hire the Vondys. I chose them because they have a unique portfolio. Most other photographers use the same poses regardless of the couple. But the Vondys work with you to create beautiful photos. On the day of the wedding Shannon was bustling my dress and helping me with many little errands while taking photos! Shannon and Justin took the time to get to know us before the wedding and we spent the entire engagement photo session laughing and chatting. But aside from their great personalities their photos are amazing. I am awkward in front of cameras. But not in my wedding photos. My photos showed a beautiful bride with her charming yet stoic husband and all their family and friends in a perfectly lit hotel wedding. The reality was we were all hot,sweaty and spread out over multiple rooms in a hotel over a span of many many hours. I even got a giant mosquito bite on my back right at the beginning of the day bad enough that everyone's first reaction is OMG Mosquito Bite!!! (but you can't see it in any of my photos). Shannon and Justin really do go all out for their clients. I received my final photos right before Christmas so I ordered prints for all the parents. Unfortunately they would not arrive in time for Christmas but I placed the order anyway. I never notified the Vondys. Suddenly I get an email from them saying we noticed you ordered prints. We have expedited them to try get them to arrive by Christmas! Downloading the high res photos is super easy and they give you a lot of time to do it. go with the Vondys they are exactly who you need. read more

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We hired The Vondy's as the photographers for our wedding in November. From the first meeting, we knew we made the right decision. They were so wonderful to work with and the pictures came out gorgeous. There was a mini-engagement session included and even though we weren't going to get engagement photos, we were glad we did. They are wonderful photos. Shannon and Justin are friendly, prepared and will blend right into your wedding seamlessly. They are both there shooting, so the bride and groom are well taken care of with detail photos and getting ready photos. They also arranged and captured a first look for us that was awesome. Hire the Vondy's, I promise you won't regret it, they are worth every penny. read more

We used The Vondys for our wedding in July 2016 and we still talk to them on a weekly basis a year and a half later!! They take amazing photos, obviously. They are stunningly gorgeous and captured the heart and soul of our wedding. That goes without saying; these two are pros. But lots of photographers can take amazing photos. What The Vondys bring to the table is a personal touch that makes a stressful day truly relaxing and fun. They're excellent with the whole family, easily making every generation feel at ease and beautiful. We get as many compliments on the photographers as we do the photos themselves. My Mother-in-law became facebook friends with them! They're beautiful people who make beautiful photos. If we hadn't hired them to photograph our wedding, we would have wanted to invite them as guests. They truly made the day extra special. read more

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I wish I could give The Vondys a million stars, but Yelp caps out at 5. If you want to be treated like royalty and make friends for life, look no further. At the recommendation of friends who booked The Vondys for their wedding a few years ago, my husband reached out about a year before our big day. Our wedding budget wasn't huge but after our initial Skype meeting with Shannon and Justin we decided that we would find a way to pay no matter what. We had an engagement session before our wedding day and The Vondys were instrumental in helping flesh out our vision. They suggested spots where they had shot before and gave great tips for not only locales but what we should wear and do. It's easy to see how they are able to catch so many beautiful "candid" moments, they immediately make you feel like old friends. Our wedding day was even better! J went with the boys and Shannon was with me and my bridesmaids for getting ready shots. They helped make sure we stuck to our timeline and scoped out some beautiful backdrops for photos at our getting-ready site and venue. We got so many compliments from guests after our wedding day about The Vondys, everyone said how nice and funny they were. There were a lot of things I loved about my wedding day; marrying my best friend is in the #1 spot but having The Vondys photograph the day is a close second. read more

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It's hard to find the right words to describe a team of photographers who truly do so much more. Shannon and Justin are not just your photographers. They are your friends, your confidants, your support team, a sounding board, an inspiration, and above all else, the most dynamic and helpful team you will have in your entire list of vendors. When we booked The Vondys for our wedding, we were already in talks with another photographer who we liked a lot. After deciding we should speak with more than one photographer, we booked an initial conversation with Shannon and Justin. After that, there was no question. They were our people. Working with The Vondys is like being with your best friends. They are attentive, supportive, hilarious, and all around great people. After our wedding was delayed a year because of the pandemic, they immediately scheduled a call with us to check on our feelings and offer their support through whatever we decided. On the wedding day itself, Shannon and Justin put my husband Jordan and I completely at ease. They immediately befriended everyone in our wedding party and created an atmosphere of love and joy. Justin even led me through some deep breathing and meditation exercises when I had an anxious moment about a late shuttle bus. They know the wedding planning world inside and out, they take unbelievably beautiful photographs, and they will be your biggest cheerleaders throughout your entire wedding planning process. We cannot recommend these two enough, and look forward to a lifelong friendship with them, as they now are family. --Samantha and Jordan Cline read more

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Shannon and Justin were so great! When my fiancée (now wife) Laura and I were researching wedding photographers, Laura was immediately drawn to their beautiful images and the sense of ease that all the couples seemed to feel around them in their photos. Their images just had a sense of calm and fun that could only come from photographers who knew how to make couples feel comfortable. And with all the heightened emotions of a wedding day, we knew that was exactly what we needed! In the months leading up to the wedding, we really enjoyed getting to know Justin and Shannon through Zooms, phone calls, and a great engagement photo session. And when the day finally came, that sense of comfort and fun that we knew would be there shone right through all the photo sessions. They made me and Laura feel so comfortable just being ourselves, they were great with our families, they were hilarious with our wedding party, and they seemed to just magically disappear into the background during the ceremony like photo ninjas - capturing the whole thing without calling any attention to themselves. They just added so much to the experience of that day for us, and we were so thankful before we even saw a single one of their images. But then 10 weeks later when the email came that our gallery was ready and Laura and I sat down to look at the pictures, nothing could have prepared me for how immediately I would be flooded with memories and gratefulness for the day as I looked through their images. It was just all there - every feeling, every experience, every little detail... I had gone into the wedding knowing they would take beautiful pictures, but I had no idea how much their pictures would so clearly and powerfully take me back to our wedding day after the fact, and I was moved to tears several times viewing the photos and just remembering it all. All that to say, Shannon and Justin were awesome, and I'm so thankful for their incredible work and friendship along the way! read more

My husband and I are really happy we had the Vondys as our wedding photographers. They were an integral part of our wedding and worked with us over the span of almost two years through the covid-19 pandemic to make our special day happen. I found the Vondys' website and checked out their beautiful photos after our wedding venue provided us with some photographer recommendations. From day one Justin and Shannon have been very professional, courteous, and responsive to our needs. They photographed our wedding and also provided a mini-engagement photo shoot. Both days were wonderful and Justin and Shannon kept the mood light and fun and made us feel very comfortable (this is coming from people who don't love having their photos taken). The photos for both the wedding and engagement shoot turned out to be beautiful and we would definitely consider the Vondys for our future photography needs. read more

Due to the restrictions of Covid 19, we scaled down our wedding to 20 guests, that meant that our pictures needed to be extraordinary. Hiring the Vondys immediately turned out to be the best decision we made during the planning process. Our Zoom consultations were always filled with laughter and they immediately put us at ease. Their fun loving passion for photography shines through as soon as you meet them. Justin + Shannon make it seem effortless and the finished prints are breathtaking. Not only did they capture the memories throughout the day, they also became beloved guests at our "petite wedding." My family and friends continue to be in awe at how easy and fun it was to be "photographed". These two perfectly encapsulate the saying "money well spent," as we have spent hours fawning over our photo gallery. We couldn't be any happier with their services and we know they will do great things for you also. read more

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Beautiful photos! These two photographed a bride that I did makeup and hair for on her wedding day. They were professional and fun. And they were prompt to share the photos which are so stunning. I am so happy I had the opportunity to meet them and to add their beautiful images to my portfolio. read more

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My wife and I are thrilled that we selected Justin and Shannon for both our engagement shoot and our petite wedding. Our engagement shoot was at Griffith Observatory, and despite us both being camera-shy, we had a lot of fun. The Vondys have an easy-going disposition that takes the stress out of the situation, allowing you and your partner to relax and enjoy each others' company. Shannon did an amazing job choosing locations for shots, showing us how to stand, and post-processing the photos. She really made us and the surroundings shine (if we may say so ourselves). Justin's secret weapon is his sharp wit, which he used to simultaneously put us at ease and deliver some genuine smiles. Between our engagement shoot and wedding, Justin and Shannon were so empathetic given the pandemic situation. They were understanding of date changes and even had some encouraging words about our downsized wedding plans. Our original large wedding morphed into a "petite" wedding in our backyard, and again, the Vondys were incredibly professional and fun. While Shannon took photos of my wife's preparations, Justin took several shots of me and my dad as I was getting ready. He even helped us attach the boutonnieres correctly - this was not his first rodeo. He and Shannon made my wife feel amazing, which is worth its weight in gold. They showed that they're both quality people and quality photographers. We highly recommend the Vondys without hesitation. Justin and Shannon - Thank you! -David and Sarah read more

Shannon and Justin aka the Vondys are an amazing photographer duo who just gets their couples and how to take gorgeous pictures. They are so talented and have an eye for beautiful, bright, and clean photography. They make you laugh; they support you through your wedding process; and they are just super-duper nice people. The perfect pair to spend most of your wedding day with. I was so lucky to have such a warm and kind team take care of me on my wedding day. Helping me get in my dress, carrying my shoes for me when my feet hurt wearing those ridiculous heels, and giving me a pandemic safe hug when I needed it! This plus capturing all the most important pictures of my wedding. Their work is stunning, and I can't stop looking at our wedding pictures. I am obsessed and I have the Vondys to thank! Highly recommend if you're looking for a genuine, fun, and lovely photography team :) read more

We absolutely LOVED the Vondys. From our first phone call with them, through the engagement shoot and up through the actual day of the wedding they were supportive, enthusiastic, professional, and fun! They mixed professionalism and excellent organization with the feeling that we had been friends our whole lives. They made every process easy for planning logistics with them including finalizing the wedding album. We would 100% recommend using them for your wedding. Our pictures are flawless and we had a wonderful time with them through the whole process. read more

These two are simply the BEST! Some of the most genuine people that we have ever met. 5 stars isn't even enough for these photographers. I would recommend them in a heartbeat to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. I can't thank them enough for capturing our wedding day. They photographed our wedding this past April in Long Beach. Out of all the decisions, this was by far easiest and best decision we made. Not only do they make you feel comfortable when you first meet them but we never felt rushed or pressured at any point. On the wedding day They would also continue to just check in with us to make sure we were alright and if they could get us anything. Everyone at the wedding loved them. My mom basically adopted them into our family. Our best memory was when we were walking outside of our venue to take a couple pictures near the end of the night and we got a chance to just talk to them. They really love what they do. Shannon and Justin are amazing people and they will always be apart of our family. Thank you guys. read more

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THEY'RE THE BEST! Look no further! Shannon and Justin (the vondys!!) were the first vendor we hired for our wedding after finding our venue and securing our date. We hired them 19 months in advance. We had an engagement photo shoot with them in Harry Potter World (YES! they adore harry potter as much as we do) and after meeting them for an hour we knew they HAD to do our wedding! First, they are the most incredibly kind people. They listen to your vision, have fun, make you feel so relaxed and enjoy having your photo taken, and make you laugh the whole time! Second, the photos were the best photos I've ever seen, and I'd stalked a lot of different wedding photographers. Then in terms of our actual wedding, they were incredible with answering questions while I was panicked with questions (yes even during a pandemic while they're overflowing with emails) and helping me with decisions from other vendors, like how flowers would photograph and how important are certain aspects to include. The actual day they arrived early and couldn't have been more amazing!!! They helped us really take our time away from everyone and enjoy the moments because the day just moves SO fast! Everyone at the wedding commented on how incredibly wonderful they are. They were awesome with my parents, bridesmaids, grandparents, friends, everyone! They are the people you want at your wedding! And the people that become your friends throughout the very stressful process. Then we got our photos earlier than expected (again despite doubling their load of weddings this year) and THEY ARE INCREDIBLE!!! I adore them both as humans and photographers, and want to move to Cali just so they can keep doing my wife and I's photos for the rest of our lives. Yes, they did come all the way to NY for our wedding!!! They truly go above and beyond read more

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The Vondys are true professionals. I have several family friends who have worked with them and knew we'd be in for beautiful photos, but they day-of experience was like no other. Shannon and Justin are a total delight to be around - not only were they looking out for our best interests on the day of our wedding, they really went above and beyond to make sure we were enjoying the moment. We received so many compliments from our guests about how fun they were to have around, right down to Shannon belting Billy Joel with us. They are the best, and they will make you feel so comfortable! They are the most hardworking pair of photographers out there and you won't regret hiring them one bit. read more

The first time I looked at the Vondy's website, I had to meet them, and once we did, I knew they would photograph our wedding. When the pandemic hit and the shut down started postponing our wedding, the same day, Justin called me and checked in on me.  On the day that our wedding was supposed to be last year, they sent a package with a sweet note and I still have it on my wall. These aren't just photographers, they are coaches, motivators, they are beyond  experienced, and they are worth every penny! Their craft is perfected and you feel it from the moment you meet them. They helped us so much through out the pandemic through date changes and are some of the best people we know. I am so grateful to have booked them and I am so proud to say that we are a Vondy couple for LIFE!! read more

The Vondys photographed our wedding in Palm Springs this past March and we were absolutely thrilled with the entire experience. If you have seen their gorgeous website and incredible portfolio, then you already know how talented they are. What my husband and I did not anticipate was that they would also become genuine friends. You end up spending more time with your wedding photographers than most of your friends and family on your wedding day, and luckily for us, Shannon and Justin are some of the most caring, kind and friendly people around. They truly felt like our advocates that day, always making sure we felt comfortable and supported - asking us if we needed anything, being a shoulder to lean on before walking down the aisle, and most importantly, making sure we always had a marg in hand :) Our friends and families loved the Vondys - my brother even thought we had just slipped our friends some cash to photograph the wedding while attending as guests - that's how well they meshed with our group! We feel so lucky to have connected with Justin and Shannon and consider it to be one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire wedding process. Beyond thrilled to have all the GORGEOUS photos, as well as a new set of friends! XO read more

Nothing makes me more happy than to be able to write this review for two truly amazing people who completed our wedding! Justin and Shannon are incredible photographers and super helpful! Even before having a wedding date & venue, Shannon was a huge help. We're beyond grateful that we were able to have our dream wedding and that the Vondy's were our photographers! They were beyond supportive as we planned and waited throughout the pandemic. They're happy, supportive, caring and make the day that much better!! Our family and friends loved them! They go above and beyond to be helpful in every sense of the word. I can't imagine having our wedding without Justin and Shannon. They're truly one of a kind! Love them!! read more

From start to finish, our experience with Justin and Shannon was nothing short of amazing. From the first time talking with them on the phone, we could tell we were going to hit it off. Our engagement session was so much fun and the pictures came out perfect. We were so excited to share them with all of our friends. Leading up to the big day, they were so supportive and we knew that our photos were in the best hands. Then came the day of. We had so much fun with them. We truly felt that they were a part of the wedding party and were more than just photographers- they were life coaches. They helped the Wedding be everything we hoped for and more. The photos are more than we could have possibly hoped for. Thank you guys so much-- you made our day a dream come true! read more

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Well shoot, where do we start?? Justin and Shannon are so talented, and they have such a wonderful and dynamic partnership with one another. It's impossible for that chemistry to not rub off on their subjects. Due to uncooperative weather, we weren't able to do an engagement shoot, so we hadn't met J + S until the day of our wedding. However, before we met them face to face on the day of the wedding, we felt as if we had known them for years! They are so warm, so easy going, and we honestly never had any concern- we had complete trust in them as photographers. I know it's been said in multiple reviews, but not only did we love them, but our guests loved them too, they have a special knack for making people feel at ease, and eliciting genuine smiles. Without a doubt, we would recommend this dynamic duo to anyone looking for not only photos that will last a lifetime, but photographers that will bring out the best in your and your loved ones! Thank you J + S! xo N + J read more

Hiring the Vondys was the best decision we made when planning our wedding! Not only do they take fantastic photographs, they are super fun, caring people. They're the kind of people you feel like you've known for years. On your wedding day you might spend more time with your photographers than anyone else, including your spouse, so be sure to hire someone that you enjoy! Shannon and Justin went above and beyond to help us plan out our photographs and gave really excellent insight into our day of timeline. Having our memories captured through amazing photos was one of my top three priorities, and we LOVE our pictures! They are so wonderful and captured the magic of our day perfectly. Many members of my family and wedding party even commented on how fun and great the Vondys were. My husband does not enjoy having his picture taken, so from the moment we met in person for our engagement shoot, Justin was there with jokes to help make him feel at ease. The Vondys avoid editing trends so that your photos won't look "so 2020 (or whenever)" years down the road. Not only did we love working with the Vondys, we appreciated how well they worked with our venue and all of our vendors. I know wedding photography is expensive, but I do believe it's worth it. You'll have those pictures forever and you won't regret hiring the Vondys! read more

Charming. Personalized. Creative. Exuberant. Caring. Experts. There are people who take photos of your wedding... and then there are The Vondy's. The Vondy's were able to capture our vision, our personalities and our love. We look at our wedding photos and the feelings and memories return as if it were yesterday. They go above and beyond professional photography, The Vondy's take great care in understanding who you are and how you would like to remember your wedding day. The result is magical. From the classic family poses to making sure they capture the special, private moments before, during and after the ceremony. And of course the celebration! The Vondy's think of everything. I forgot to eat lunch, The Vondy's gave me a Cliff Bar! I can not say enough great things about The Vondy's as photojournalists and as people. You really need not look any further. Really. read more

The Vondy's captured our wedding beautifully. Wedding-Magazine-Catalog-Quality is the most popular response from friends and family. By the end of the wedding everyone raved about how personable our photographers were. Then when we got our photos, and everyone raved about the quality which Shannon and Justin were able to capture our wedding. Not to mention we just hit it off. They are easy to get along with and that is so so important in wedding photographers. One of them was always nearby during the wedding and they were helpful in many ways - including, but not limited to Justin feeding me fruit and cheese during cocktail hour. read more

First and foremost, Justin and Shannon are so much fun to work with and make you feel totally confident in front of the camera! They are incredibly professional and clear in their communication, and of course, their work is amazing!!! We were so thrilled with our engagement photos and got a ton of compliments from our friends and family. We haven't received our full gallery from our wedding yet but absolutely love what we've seen so far on their blog. In addition to producing great work, Justin and Shannon worked so well with our other vendors. They communicated throughout the day with our wedding coordinator, allowing us to relax and not worry about the timeline of the day. They shuttled us around to the different locations within our venue where we took pictures and got us to where we needed to be on time. They always make sure to give credit to the other vendors featured in the published photos, which I know makes those vendors feel appreciated. I would definitely hire them again! read more

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When we were looking for a wedding photographer we had gone to bridal shows and did some research online but what we were looking for was right in front of us the whole time. Well, a few hours north of us, but metaphorically speaking The Vondys were the perfect fit to capture our big day. Tyler had worked with The Vondys when he officiated his friend's wedding a few years ago. We had casually met them on a trip to Disneyland with friends and enjoyed their company so much we wound up going to Universal Studios with them the next day! We kept in touch and once we got engaged and started planning for our wedding The Vondys were definitely on our list for potential photographers. We had several communications with them over email and Skype to get a feel for what they would do to make sure every wonderful moment of the wedding was covered. They made it very easy to talk through our vision and were enthusiastic from the beginning to make it happen. After talking over ideas and expectations there was no doubt that we wanted The Vondys on board. The day of our wedding was a day full of family and love. A lot of people say to stop and take a moment because it goes by so fast but I feel like we lived it in real time with all our vendors getting everything ready to go on time. The Vondys showed up and got right to work, Justin in one bungalow with the grooms side and Shannon with all the ladies. They did an amazing job in making sure they caught all the little details of the wedding. They also made sure we were good on time before the ceremony while making sure every shot count. On their great advice we did a first look before the ceremony which we weren't really keen on but it was a wonderful way to get a little time with each other before the wedding really commenced. The proof is in the pictures, we were absolutely delighted to see each other posing ever so naturally with Justin and Shannon making sure we were perfectly picturesque. The Vondys are very professional while also being very lighthearted and personable. They don't just treat you like clients, but long time friends working with the utmost care to ensure the best quality experience. We highly recommend The Vondys for wedding photographers if you're looking for your wedding to be captured effortlessly beautiful for memories that will make you smile for a lifetime. read more

The Vondys rock! Their professionalism, attention to detail, and obvious photographic skills were unmatched from the very beginning. They were also incredibly pleasant to work with and seemed to sincerely have our best interests in mind from the beginning of our wedding planning journey. They did an impeccable job capturing all the special moments, love, laughter, and joy of our special day. We will treasure our photos forever. Bottom line, if you want to look and feel like freakin' wedding magazine models on your wedding day, hire The Vondys. read more

Shannon and Justin are fantastic!! They put us at ease while taking photos and were very flexible and quick when those invariable wedding-day snafus happen. Moreover, they are such nice people to be around! We were so thrilled when our photos were ready! The Vondys are incredible at their work - they did a beautiful job capturing this special day. We received tons of compliments from family & friends on how great the photos are, and more importantly, we absolutely love the photos! Highly recommend the Vondys 100%. read more

Justin and Shannon are simply nonpareil. Everyone felt loose and happy around them. Our photos look beautiful. I will refer them to everyone. Really just tremendous work. read more

Where do I begin.. Shannon and Justin are simply AWESOME. They are such a great team and have really perfected their craft. I'm a photo retoucher so hiring photographers who were in line with my style and vision were very important to me. After viewing over 30 other full wedding galleries from other photographers in LA, these guys were on top. Their images are so consistent and my engagement shoot turned out wonderful. My guests even commented on how great they were at the wedding. They'll make you laugh, they'll get your guests laughing, and they'll just make you're wedding day all the more special. Thank you guys for everything!! read more

All the STARS!!! 5 is not enough!!! Having amazing photography was part of our "Top 5 Can't Wed Without" List. I probably spent more time combing the internet and making inquiry calls to photographers than any other vendor early on in the planning stages. And each time, I would get off the phone disappointed. I didn't feel like anyone was really listening to who we were, or what our story was. People were nice enough, and their online portfolios were full of pretty pictures, but we were searching for a really personal, intimate relationship. We set the bar pretty high in our search for a photographer(s) and we did not want to back down from what we hoped for: To find someone that we could COUNT ON to preserve the memories of our wedding in a photojournalism style that captured not only the details of the day, but the joy, the energy, and the love between us and woven through our family and friends-- the things you can't feel or touch but somehow still know are there, like magic. And it couldn't hurt if they were also some overall incredible humans. Tall order? Perhaps. Impossible? No way! Enter THE VONDYS! We cannot recommend Shannon and Justin highly enough. If you're local and having your wedding in Los Angeles, book THE VONDYS. If you're local and having a destination wedding, book THE VONDYS. They'll follow you anywhere and snap the most beautiful pictures of you and your love along the way. Wherever you call home, wherever you choose to wed, Shannon and Justin are simply the best. And did you know that this married photographer duo ALSO gives BACK to the wedding community by GIVING AWAY one complete photography package to one very, VERY lucky couple each year?! If that doesn't tell you how much they love what they do AND care about their couples, you're not paying attention. https://www.thevondys.com/ read more

We were referred to Shannon and Justin by an event planner in LA and as soon as we reached out, we knew they were the team for our wedding photography. We were having a destination wedding in Santa Monica and a small private ceremony on the beach. From the get go, they made things stress-free and extremely fun. Quick to respond and took the time to get to know us before actually meeting us. The day of the ceremony, they blended in like part of the family. No pressure, great excitement and although we haven't received our images yet because it was just last week, we would highly recommend them to anyone in need of a photographer in the LA area. As a matter of fact, they even travel. We may never use another photography team again. Absolutely top notch! Can't wait to see the final images. read more

I mean...if you're looking for people who are basically magic, they're it. I can now call this couple one of our dearest friends. But don't think that makes me a bias reviewer. No...in fact, What I can absolutely confirm is that these are two of the most amazing photographers you'll meet. They are responsive, professional, but it never feels like you're talking to a cold people, its like you're immediately enfolded into their awesomeness. Our engagement photos were gorgeous and we loved how they turned out. They also had them back to us in record time, despite doing weddings, family shots, and engagements, oh and just living their lives. I felt incredibly lucky to have them with me on one was one of the most special days of my life. Justin and Shannon both have a knack of making people feel comfortable and their best selves in front of them. You almost forget they're snapping photos. Shannon's eyes for light is unparalleled. These guys are the real deal and I'll be using them for life...for as long as they'll have us! read more

The Vondys are the best. Period. If you are looking for photographers who are able to truly capture the essence of who you are, and create absolutely stunning images that you will be able to enjoy for a lifetime, hire Justin and Shannon. The Vondys were recommended through a mutual friend, and within the first few minutes of talking to them over Skype, we knew it was a match made in heaven. The Vondys are a husband and wife team that care about forming a connection with their clients. After all, the best pictures come when people feel relaxed and comfortable! We knew that having them around on our wedding day would actually make our day MUCH more fun and full of laughter. When we talked to them, they mentioned that they will do just about anything to make our day easier and stress free. It was the truth. When I was having a nervous breakdown about having to read vows in front of our guests (I'm not big on public speaking), Justin was able to make me laugh through the tears, and suggested that we could read the vows after our first look, just to clear away the jitters and avoid ugly crying in front of our friends and family. We decided to do just that, and it changed the whole trajectory of our day. The moment was special, private, and unique. Plus, we were able to cry our way through it before walking down the aisle. It took away my anxiety and hearing the vows again during the ceremony was amazing, as I was really able to really listen and not be terrified of having to speak next. Shannon, was our biggest cheerleader throughout the day. She made us feel like a million bucks with every photo she snapped and she was able to guide us through our day, making sure to capture us in our best light. We both know that we smiled more because of them, and we could not be more thrilled with how all of the photos turned out. Plus, as LGBTQ brides, it was wonderful to have photographers who embraced the meaning of "love is love" and have given us memories that will last a lifetime. All in all, they are wonderful humans, and wonderful photographers, and anyone would be lucky to have them be a part of their big day. read more

Was hiring The Vondys the best thing that's ever happened to me second only to marrying my husband? No. It is the #1 best thing that's ever happened to me, second is marrying my husband. I don't think there are words to express our gratitutde to the Vondys or for the level of skill they possess. They were the only photographers we spoke with and we decided right then and there that they were the ones for us. They are so talented, hilarious, kind, and pay so much attention to you, you'll think you're their only client (which is definitely not the case!). From our first interaction with Shannon and Justin it was so simple, they made everything easy and comfortable. We met them for an engagement session and had so much fun, not to mention that the pictures were GORGEOUS!!! I didn't know my husband and I could look that good, plus our doggo received some headshots as well ;). Leading up to the wedding the Vondys were so helpful with recommendations on everything from vendors to how to handle and enjoy our actual wedding day. They worked so well with our other vendors, and even though we had the longest, most obnoxious list of family photos, they handled it like pros - obviously - because they are!! Our wedding pictures turned out better than I could have ever imagined - when I'm down I look at them, when I'm happy I look at them, and everyone who has seen them say they look 1000 times better than theirs did (duh). So suffice to say, if you are considering the Vondys, look no further....hopefully they're not already booked. read more

My husband Ryan and I got married in June at Viansa Winery in Sonoma. We could not have asked for anything more from Shannon and Justin on our wedding day... From their professionalism, to their easy going/fun personalities, and let us not forgot their ridiculous talent of capturing such beautiful moments and turning them into even more beautiful photos. Thank you so much to The Vondys!!! Shannon and Justin you guys are amazing! We appreciate your talent, personalities, and helping us capture these beautiful memories! read more

We have so much to say about how incredible our experience was with The Vondy's! Shannon and Justin made our engagement photos and our wedding memorable and fun. We are so grateful for their creativity, humor, expertise, professionalism, communication, integrity, passion, high quality pictures, and overall experience we had with them. They made us feel like family and they absolutely love what they do and it showed every step of the way. They captured our most important moments throughout our wedding and the final product for both the engagement photos and our wedding photos were exactly what we were looking for, INCREDIBLE! They were absolutely worth every dollar we spent and we wouldn't have had the same experience without them. They worked great with the other vendors, and were punctual, and delivered everything they said they would. We would strongly recommend them for your engagement and wedding pictures and know they will go above and beyond what you could imagine! We honor you and thank you Justin and Shannon for making this season of our lives one of the most important days of our lives and you captured it perfectly! We love you! read more

If you have the chance to hire the Vondys as your wedding photographers don't think about it another second, JUST BOOK THEM IMMEDIATELY. Not only did they capture our day beyond our wildest dreams, but they completely came through for us on the day in a way we never imagined. They are the nicest, coolest people, and when we started to get stressed out about a couple things that came up on our wedding day, they jumped in & handled the situation for us while simultaneously reassuring us that we needed to just enjoy the day and not worry about anything and that they would handle it - that's not even their job! I can't say enough good things about how awesome they are to have around and we have sung their praises so many times to so many people. The photos on the other hand speak for themselves. The details they captured of all these tiny little moments and vignettes just blew me away. My heart swells every time I look at our photos. They are STUNNING. Our photos were so good that they were chosen to be featured in The Knot magazine!!! I mean does it get better than that?! I am not only totally smitten with our photos, but I'm so glad they themselves were a part of our day read more

The Vondys are wonderful! Shannon and Justin photographed our wedding this past June and we feel so lucky to have found them. In fact, we liked them both so much that we booked them on the spot the night we met them. They truly captured all of the emotion and happy moments from the day. We are so thrilled to have had two photographers that put us completely at ease on a wonderful, yet very busy, day! Your photographers are with you for more of the big day than pretty much anyone else - and these are two people that we were happy to have around all day! Not to mention the photos were gorgeous. Thank you Shannon and Justin! read more