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Known for his photographic blend of artistry and candidness, Brian Weitzel of BTW Photography focuses on taking elegant, emotional, and timeless images of your wedding day. Read the reviews and see what brides have to say - it is no surprise why he has a 5-star rating and received The Knot's Best of Weddings 2015, 2016, and 2017. Brian purposefully limits his availability to just 25 weddings per year, allowing him to dedicate the attention and detail to your wedding that it deserves. Brian's work has been published in over 30 blogs and magazines, including national publications. At the end of your wedding, your photos are one of the only things you get to keep to relive and remember your day. Invest in your photography wisely. Serving Metro-Detroit, Ann Arbor, and all of Michigan.
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- Same-Day Edits
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We are so grateful we had Brian and Becky photographing our wedding day! Our photos from our wedding are so beautiful, we will truly cherish them for the rest of our lives.
Not only are the photos truly stunning, but Brian and Becky are phenomenal to work with! When we first met Brian, we were so impressed with his expertise and confidence, and beyond that he was so warm and genuinely excited for us. Throughout wedding planning, he helped guide us in building our day-of timeline and perfectly balanced respecting our vision for our day while making great suggestions. On our wedding day, it was so comforting to have Brian and Becky with us because we had the greatest sense of trust with them both. Throughout the business of the day, we felt so confident and reassured by Brian's calm, confident, and patient demeanor. Brian did a phenomenal job of patiently directing our large family and bridal party and adapting our timeline as needed to make the day run smoothly. It truly helped us to just be in the moment and enjoy. We are so thankful for their guidance on our wedding day and the gallery of beautiful images we'll always treasure!
We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Brian Weitzel and his wife Becky are incredible! We prefer a classic, timeless look with our photos. Our photos came out looking absolutely stunning! They are clean, crisp, and beautiful in every way. Brian and Becky were able to capture every authentic moment of our day. He accommodated all of my photos requests and he made sure our day ran smoothly. Photographers are one of the key aspects of a wedding-- they help create the timeline, make sure everyone stays happy, capture all the most important moments, and they are the vendor that you talk to the most throughout the day. It's so important to vibe well with the vendors you choose. We felt so comfortable with Brian and Becky that they felt more like friends than people we hired to take photos of us. They were great at making us feel happy and calm the entire day. Brian even bustled me and helped button up my dress. The photo turnover time was also shockingly fast- 4 weeks! All the photos impressed us. We can't wait to share them with everyone!
Brian was the ultimate professional! My husband and I just can't get over how beautiful our photos are, and they really made the memories for us. More importantly, Brian and Becky are amazing humans who from the first meeting, helped us every step of the way. From the thoughtful welcome gift to scouting beforehand, to being a HUGE help on the day itself, this team did it all. Brian and Becky were everywhere all at once, and little details just magically slid into place. He even helped all of the ben tie their bow ties! I can't recommend Brian more highly. The photos are stunning, and he made our day truly special. We could not have done it without him.
Brian could not have been more amazing!! We were so blessed to have Brian and Becky there for our special day! They were so flexible, kind, and made our day simply perfect. From helping me figure out the timeline of the day, to taking incredible photos that we will cherish for a lifetime, Brian is simply the best!! Planning a wedding this year has been challenging and Brian was always there with good advice and support. Plus, the photos he took are incredible! If you are looking for a fantastic photographer (and person) with a great eye and attention to detail, look no further! I can't recommend him enough!
Brian and Becky are incredible photographers, and even better, incredible people. Brian actually photographed my senior photos about 10 years ago and I've continued following his career over the years as it blossomed into what it is today. My only "must" when planning our wedding was Brian as our photographer. Our engagement photos were stunning, represented US as a couple, and FUN! Unfortunately, we had to re-schedule our wedding to next year due to COVID-19 and Brian and Becky did not even hesitate when we asked them to reschedule. I can't express enough what a weight off our shoulders it has been to have their level of cooperation and understanding. Brian is a true master of his trade. He's professional, punctual, creative, and thoughtful. Choosing Brian and Becky to photograph your wedding would be the best choice you could make.
Brian and his wife were absolutely the best ever! We could have not been happier with the service and quality of work he provided. Brian provided great direction on our wedding day and was able to capture the most wonderful and important moments of our wedding. Would highly recommend his service!
I can’t even begin to describe how amazing it was to work with Brian. Our photographs are perfection and he made the process so much easier. We had the best time planning with him and running around the day of taking pictures in all the spots he picked and the ones we suggested as well. The biggest compliment of that day was from our guests who said how great he was and how you barely noticed he was there even though he never missed a single moment! He’s a must on your wedding day!!!
Brian is an absolutely outstanding photographer and person! Our initial intention was to hire a wedding photographer who was good at taking candid shots of our guests, which is exactly the quality we found on his site while doing our research. However, the day of the wedding we realized that Brian offered so much more than that. He was patient and pleasant with all of our guests, had a great eye for artistic scenes and setups and, of course, captured the best candid moments that we could possibly ask for! Seeing the fun everyone had and all the smiles on our guests faces are the memories that we will look back on time and time again to remember our wedding day. I honestly can not recommend Brian enough to anyone in need of a talented photographer for any occassion!
Brian blew us away. He was so friendly and talented. He was amazing with his ideas, time management, and visions. He is worth every bit! Just seeing the previews of my photos we’re beyond perfect. I will be using him again anytime I need a photographer.
If you are in search for a wedding photographer, look no further than BTW Photography! Brian is the ultimate photographer, and really just the ultimate person, to be part of your wedding day. From the initial consultation, to the wedding day, to sharing photos afterward, Brian makes the whole process easy and stress free. He really went the extra mile, such as putting together a wedding day timeline at our first meeting that my husband and I used throughout the rest of wedding planning, and giving recommendations for other vendors.
On the day of the wedding, Brian’s positive energy put any nerves my husband and I had about taking photos at ease. He makes the process so effortless, and balances just the right amount of direction to make sure your photos will turn out stunning, along with letting you have special moments with your partner or family, and capturing those too.
Brian did such a fantastic job of capturing our entire day, from bridal and groom prep, to first look, to the ceremony, to our friends and family having fun on the dance floor. I absolutely love, and truly appreciate, how my husband and I can look at our photos and relive our special day over and over. We absolutely loved working with BTW Photography! Thank you, Brian!
Words cannot explain how delighted my wife and I are with the service that Brian provided. Brian went above and beyond to guarantee that not only our engagement and wedding photos were flawless, but he also was a safeguard in making our day go perfectly. We met multiple times (pre-and-post wedding) to discuss any questions, comments, or concerns (even non-photography portions of the day) – you can tell that Brian really wants to make sure the entire process is planned out and stress free. In fact, he designed the wedding day timeline which all of our other vendors used (which was by no means required, but an example of how he goes above and beyond). Despite having a jam-packed itinerary on the wedding day, Brian and his team operated in a manner which kept people on point, yet light and relaxed.
Our wedding and engagement photos were awe-inspiring – Brian’s photos really are a work of art. I’ve seen a lot of ‘poor’, ‘okay’ and ‘good’ wedding photos…our photos by no means even compare to the ‘good’ photos that I have seen. I would not do the photos justice by trying to describe them, but it is apparent that the intricacies captured and extra efforts used make a clear difference in the photo quality. My wife and I have over 1,000 wedding photos (not counting the engagement photos), and have no clue what we will choose to display in home – the photos are that amazing (sneak peek via his blog at: http://btwphotography.com/david-jennifers-villa-pennas-wedding/). We could not be happier with all that Brian provided for us. We are extremely grateful and fortunate to have had BTW Photography capture our special day. Thank you Brian!
Brian and Becky are the best. From the very beginning, Brian offered assistance in helping us find the right vendors. We knew right away that he was going to be a great friend of ours. When you hire BTW Photography, you are not only getting an amazing photographer (I recommend getting the guest book for day of), but you are also getting a genuine vendor that truly cares about you on your wedding day. Look no further! Brian does an amazing job!
If you're reading customer reviews, trying to find the perfect photographer for your wedding, stop your search right here. Seriously. You won't find a better photographer than Brian. From his professional - yet personable - attitude, to the knowledge and assistance he brings to planning your wedding timeline, to the beautiful images he captures, Brian delivers the absolute best. We discovered Brian after he photographed our friends' wedding a couple years before ours. We loved their photos and knew we wanted him to be our photographer as well. We even booked Brian before we had completely finalized our wedding venue! Our engagement photos were wonderful, and our wedding photos were absolutely stunning. Brian's passion, creativity, and craftsmanship comes through in every picture. He has the amazing ability to capture some of your most personal moments without you even realizing he's there. Looking through our wedding photos puts the biggest smiles on our faces; it honestly feels like we are reliving that amazing day all over again - every single time we look. His photos are truly that good.
Brian is worth every penny. Your wedding photos are the way you are able to truly remember and relive your wedding day - we would not have trusted anyone else with the task of creating them except for Brian.
We loved Brian’s creativity while capturing our unique wedding! ❤️
Brian is an amazing person and photographer and his attention to detail is second to none. He is truly passionate about what he does and it shows in his work. We knew we wanted Brian as our wedding photographer from the first time we saw his work and met with him. He is professional and was able to capture the spirit of the day perfectly.
By hiring Brian, you get more than just a photographer, as he also helped us to plan and lay out the events of the day and kept us on schedule.
We can't thank him enough for all that he did and for giving us timeless and classic photos that we'll cherish forever!
Brian has a true gift with the camera. My husband and I enjoyed working with him so much and absolutely love our pictures. He maximized the time he had to shoot and provided us with so many beautiful images. We are going to have a hard time deciding which pictures to enlarge. A very good problem to have! He knows great locations to shoot in Detroit and his use of lighting was amazing. Most importantly, Brian was professional, timely and has the ability to make you feel so at ease in front of the camera. I will cherish my wedding day for years to come because of all the memories Brian was able to capture. Thank you BTW Photography for making our wedding day perfect. I could not give you a higher recommendation to any bride searching for a great photographer.
My husband and I are blown away by the work of BTW Photography. Brian is absolutely fantastic. Not only was he prompt, professional, and patient, but his organized, calm demeanor helped make the day run smoothly. When we met with Brian shortly after our engagement, there was no comparison between him and the other vendors. He planned out the entire timeline for our day, which is something every bride benefits from in the midst of all the crazy. Brian made suggestions throughout the planning process that assured us we would have enough time to simply enjoy our day. Brian strongly recommended doing a "first look" and we are so, so happy we listened. Having all of the couple, bridal party, and family pictures done before the ceremony even started allowed us to not feel rushed and didn't keep our guests waiting on dinner. Brian works quickly and it freed up so much time for my husband and me to socialize with our guests, dance, and enjoy our night!
Brian captured so many special moments for us that we will cherish forever. I was shocked when we got our pictures back only one week after our wedding (and they are all perfect!). Brian builds a relationship with you as a couple and makes sure to capture it all on film. He made sure to check in with me throughout the day to make sure I was satisfied. Most importantly, Brian calmed my planning nerves and day-of jitters. Because of him, I did not have one bit of stress on my wedding day.
We highly recommend Brian at BTW Photography. There truly is no better in the area.
I cannot exclaim loud enough how great Brian was!! We had him do our engagement shoot and our wedding and the photos were just fabulous! We really arent photo people, but he made us feel at east immediately. We had so many positive comments from bridesmaids and groomsmen about his professionalism and how easy he made it.... and I cant express enough how great the pictures turned out! I would highly recommend Brian for your big day!!!
My wedding was on 6/23/17. If you are considering having Brian photograph your wedding I would HIGHLY recommend it. Not only was Brian an amazing photographer (which I didn't fully appreciate until I saw some friends' wedding photos from more budget friendly companies), but he seemed like he truly cared about my wedding day. He met me for coffee a few times, called me a few days before the wedding to make sure I wasn't too stressed and go over some final details, and even wrote letters to myself and my husband, my parents, and my in-laws after the wedding. Not to mention the prints are incredible! Fantastic photographer but an even more fantastic person!!!
I don't have enough space to write about how amazing Brian was throughout the entire wedding planning process. Brian was the photographer at my brother's wedding and ever since then I had it set in my heart that he would photograph my wedding day, three years later he was the first vendor I booked an appointment with. LADIES as soon as you get engaged I recommend you schedule an appointment with Brian. I remember being so overwhelmed with planning and he eased all of my worries. He gave me so much insight not only on photography, but also he helped with other steps and stages of planning, as well as setting a time line for the wedding day. He has such a natural talent and his wealth of knowledge/experience is unmatchable! He truly is so passionate and goes above and beyond his role as a photographer. He has a way of connecting with everyone he meets and was genuinely interested into our relationship as well as dreams for the wedding day. At first we thought booking Brian may be out of our budget, but I literally cried at the thought of having anyone else capturing our special day, and let me tell you he is 100% worth every penny spent.He is super personable and I continue to get so many compliments about how beautifully captured my wedding photos are from friends and family! Brian had an awesome slideshow display at my reception of photos taken earlier in the day, it was an extra touch that truly did not go unnoticed! After all the wedding craziness is over and the day passes (my wedding was June 3rd, 2017) all I have left are wonderful memories and the special moments that Brian perfectly captured. I look at my wedding photos everyday and I know that I will cherish these forever! I could never thank him enough for all of his help and hard work!
Brian Weitzel with BTW was my photographer for my wedding May 28th 2017 and I would highly recommend him to any bride looking to book a photographer. He is so easy to work with and makes you feel so comfortable! He includes so many little touches that just brings everything together so perfectly!
We cannot say enough great things about our experience with BTW photography! We did our engagement and wedding photos with Brian, who is just wonderful to work with! We really appreciated that he took the time to get to know us before the wedding and that he was willing to listen to any ideas or input we had regarding photo locations, poses, ideas, etc. He really captured who we are as a couple in all of our photos.
On top of being a great photographer, Brian was also extremely organized, which was so appreciated!
We worked with Brian for our wedding day in November of this year. From our first meeting we knew that he was the perfect fit for us - passionate and creative but also very organized and methodical. Having extremely large extended families, we needed someone that would take charge and make sure we got the shots we wanted and Brian certainly delivered. His assistant brought a much appreciated comic relief and the whole process was seamless. We got our edited photos back within 3 weeks and they are beautiful!!
Brian was recommended to me by an old classmate when I found myself looking for a photographer on very short notice. My now husband and I found out we were expecting in August and quickly planned a VERY small wedding for November. I did not have the highest expectations for finding a photographer at a reasonable price in such a short time, but Brian exceeded expectations. He was prompt and professional and helped out in so many ways, even outside of capturing out special moments. We get tons of compliments on the pictures from family and friends - they are stunningly beautiful and absolutely timeless. I could not be more thrilled with choosing Brian to photograph the best day of my life.
Where do I begin? Brian was AMAZING!! As a Bride, you want everything to run smoothly, and Brian definitely helped with that. My makeup artist ran 2 hours late the morning of my wedding...which cut out some pictures I wanted. Brian still got all the photos I wanted and kept me calm throughout the entire day.
Our wedding pictures came out to be above and beyond our expectations! Simply awesome! Two weeks after our wedding, Brian sent us OVER 1,100 images and my husband and I were just amazed and blown away by the quality of images and the moments he so perfectly captured for us. When I told family and friends how many pictures he sent us, they said "Wow, you'll have to sort through all the bad ones, that sucks!" This was not true at all! I love every single photo, it's going to be very hard choosing pictures for our album. Every picture is awesome, showcasing the love we felt for each other on the day of our wedding.
HE IS WORTH EVERY PENNY!!
We could not have been happier with BTW photography. Brian was a pleasure to work with and helped the day run smoothly. His professionalism and attention to detail resulted in photographs that will be treasured forever! Brian helped to make our wedding a wonderful day!
I knew I wanted Brian to be my wedding photographer before I knew who I wanted to marry! I know that sounds crazy but I have been following Brian’s growing photography studio on facebook long before my husband and I were even dating. I was lucky enough to meet Brian through a friend a few years back and I could tell that he had been given a special talent for photography. I knew Brian had a passion for his work and really invested time in his clients. It just made sense to book BTW!
When we first booked Brian he set up a skype date with my husband and I (we lived out of town) and talked with us for two hours! Asking about our relationship, how we met, and things we love to do so he could get to know us more. Because he knew us so well he understood what we wanted and really captured the essence of our relationship in every image. We were also super comfortable with him which made a lot of our poses more natural. Throughout our entire engagement he was there for direction. I’m not exaggerating when I say he probably spent an upwards of 20 hours just getting to know us and helping us with advice. From setting up a timeline for the day of, to recommending other great vendors he was there for guidance. The time he invested into us before our wedding made us certain that he wanted the best for our big day as well.
Brian is very creative and has a special talent for making any space look gorgeous in a picture. Every Bride is in denial about rain on her wedding day (I know I was), but it’s reality. The day of our wedding was a torrential downpour! With all of our pictures being switched to inside I didn't have to panic or worry because I knew Brian had everything under control. He has a very calm mannerism and truly wants his work to be the very best, not just for you but for him as well. He was able to turn this hallway into a beautiful background and found couches, walls and mirrors for us to pose next to and made them look gorgeous in photos. The harsh lighting inside was not ideal, but with the help of his assistant they created their own lighting that made us look very natural and bright (despite the dark storm outside). Luckily, during cocktail hour the rain let up for about 30 minutes and he took us outside and snapped as many pictures as he could. He strives for his clients to love his work and it truly shows.
Photography is the most important thing at your wedding! After everything is said and done, the flowers die and the dress gets put away, but the pictures you will be able to keep and show off forever! His artwork is timeless, elegant and classic. Brian can’t tell you he’s the best because he’s humble…but I can! He is worth it! Book BTW and you will not regret it!
Brian and his photography partner were an absolute joy to work with. We had a small backyard style wedding, and they not only took absolutely stunning photographs they also helped make sure we didn't miss any key photo opportunities (they really went above and beyond).
I highly recommend BTW to anyone looking for a photographer, and especially anyone who loves those perfect candid shots!! We couldn't be happier with the results!
Future Brides & Grooms:
Here is definitive list of what you should upon getting engaged:
Step 1 - Celebrate
Step 2 - Tell loved ones
Step 3 - Book Brian & BTW Photography
From our first meeting to our wedding, Brian was with us every step of the way. He made us feel comfortable and at ease at our first meeting with him and during our engagement photos. Throughout our wedding planning process, Brian consistently checked in with us and provided us with suggestions such as why we may want to do a first look (best suggestion ever by the way)! By the time it came for our wedding day, it felt like Brian was an old friend, which helped in creating some amazing wedding photos . We were so comfortable around him and in turn our bridal party was also comfortable, making for an enjoyable picture taking experience. Brian was nothing but professional the entire wedding day. He helped me create a detailed schedule and helped to ensure that we stuck to the schedule, so that my husband and I could get all the photos that we really wanted.
One thing that we loved was Brian's creativity in different and unique shots and his dedication to get the perfect shot. We ended up with beautiful, timeless wedding photos that we will be able cherish for our lifetime. My husband and I truly believe that Brian was worth every penny. He helped make our wedding day the best day ever. Even our guests were raving about him and his photos by the end of the night. Now that our wedding is over, we not only have gorgeous wedding photos we also have a new friend in Brian. Brides and grooms, I cannot stress enough, consider BTW Photography for your big day!
We discovered Brian because he shot a wedding of someone we knew in Port Huron. Immediately after seeing his work, we called him and booked him—we actually moved the wedding up a week so that we could fit into his schedule, as it was only 8 months in advance. Although he is a bit pricey, I cannot stress enough that Brian’s services are worth every penny, if not more. Looking back at the level of professionalism and the quality of the photos, along with the fact that he gave us a digital copy of all of them for our own printing purposes AND created a leather bound album for us, if I could do it again and had to pay more, I would.
Brian is a complete professional who knows the importance of detail in the way he runs his business. Immediately after contacting him, he requested to meet with us to learn about who we are and what we envisioned for our wedding day. A few months later, he sent us a handwritten card and relationship book to help us remember that we should prepare for our marriage as much as we were preparing for our wedding day. He gave us reading material that highlighted important planning decisions (budgeting, first look, etc.) and helped me plan our timeline in detail, which was so helpful. Additionally, although we chose a package on the low end of his offerings, he never pressured us to up our package. He actually ended up giving us more than we paid for because he stayed about two hours extra at the reception.
On a technical level, Brian’s results are truly outstanding. I love digital photography and I received a minor in college, so I have a somewhat critical eye when it comes to photographs. A friend got married and I couldn’t help but notice the edges of cars and boats in the background and the treetops being half cut off. Brian not only captured the true essence of who my husband and I were and the carefree country vibe of the day, but from a technical perspective, he produced so many “perfect” photographs that it was incredible. Looking through the album, you can’t even pick a favorite image because they are all outstanding for different reasons.
Last but not least, I will leave you with this quote from my husband (who usually is done after 2-3 pictures) on the night of the wedding as we drove to our hotel… ”Thank goodness we hired Brian, he was with us all day and he was so patient and organized. Imagine if we had hired someone who didn’t know what they were doing.” We recommend BTW Photography to anyone who wants gorgeous photos, a personalized experience, and a hassle free wedding day. Please do yourself a favor and spend the money on quality photography (regardless of who it is), because your photographer’s persona will greatly impact your wedding day experience. Calm and organized, capturing everything you discussed or stressed out and rushing through things that were supposed to be important…it is truly your choice. Your photos are the only tangible thing (other than your wedding dress, which no one ever sees) that you will use to reflect on your wedding day for years to come. MAKE THEM ROCK!
Brian did such an amazing job photographing our wedding day! His attention to detail is tremendous and he made sure the whole day went smoothly. He is so professional and he truly captured the entire day beautifully. We cannot thank him enough for providing us and our family with photos that enable us to relive the emotions of the day. We could not be happier with the portfolio he produced. He has a special talent and certainly makes the most of it! Thank you so much for capturing our special day and being such a fun part of it!
Where to begin... Brian was worth every penny, without a doubt. From the moment Ali and I met Brian, we knew he was the right choice. He was professional, courteous and genuine. He has a way about him that makes you feel comfortable and like you have know him for years.
Leading up to the wedding, Brian put us at ease by scouting out the venue, the church, our first look at the Detroit Zoo and going over the wedding day timeline. He was great about meeting and he completely understood our vision.
The wedding day couldn't have been better. Brian has a way of being present without noticing him. He captured the best moments with great perspective. Our photos are incredible! I have certainly missed several hours of work due to sneaking peeks at our photos. Brian captured all the shots we wanted and more.
I would recommend BTW Photograpghy to everyone. Brian is an extraordinary photographer and an even better guy. You don't meet many people as kind, talented and real as Brian.
I cannot recommend Brian enough and have received SO many compliments on our engagement and wedding photos. He is so quick to respond and so wonderful to work with. We planned from Boston and he was very flexible and willing to work with us and our schedule. We were married on May 14th and we already received our photos. Just by looking at them, I can feel every emotion I felt that day! He and his assistant (Lyla *not sure if spelling correct*) were nothing short of amazing.
Thanks again, Brian!
Danielle & Brad
Brian was everything we hoped for in our wedding photographer. My husband and I live in Chicago, and when we initially reached out to Brian, he spent more than an hour chatting with us via Facetime. When we went back to Michigan to look at our Church and reception venue for the first time, he spent the entire afternoon getting to know us as we walked both venues together. He always made us feel as though we were his priority and ensured he understood what we were looking for in our wedding photos. As a bride, I also appreciated his calming energy on our wedding day. We had a glitch with transportation and our ceremony was delayed 30 minutes, and Brian helped to keep everyone at ease by taking this time as an opportunity to snap a few additional photos. Brian more than delivered on our wedding photos, and we truly enjoyed spending our day with him. He also had our edited photos ready less than a month after our big day, which was the icing on the cake!
Brian was a fantastic wedding photographer. He was very easy to work with, including during contract negotiations. Through our discussions before the wedding, Brian developed a good understanding of what we wanted to capture at our wedding and executed it flawlessly. He also has a very good, calm energy. The pictures are lovely, and I am so happy to have such a beautifully documented day.
We knew at the beginning of our first meeting with Brian that we wanted him to be our photographer! His passion and talent showed in all of his work and in the way he talked to us about how he became a wedding photographer and his vision he tries to capture with each client. He brings a level of professionalism that is rarely seen. Whether it was showing up an hour early to scout locations best suited to shoot, or making it a priority to learn the first and last names of our entire bridal party. Brian was a first class photographer from start to finish. We loved all of our photos (engagement session & wedding) and received nothing but good comments on his amazing work from numerous guests. We would recommend Brian to anyone for any occasion!!
We used Brian at BTW photography for our August wedding in Ann Arbor. We currently live in Seattle so all of our interactions with Brian before the wedding were done over the phone. He was very flexible to work with us, the time difference, and prompt in answering all of my questions before the wedding (and there were many!). As other reviews say, Brian is very detailed and has great customer service. He did many things throughout the planning process that added just an extra touch. We especially appreciated the quick turn around time for our wedding photos- we received them while still on our honeymoon. I have heard horror stories from friends that had to wait months to see their photos, and it was great to have a chance to look over them while we were still on vacation! I highly recommend Brian and BTW photography!
I feel so fortunate that I decided to go with BTW photography for my wedding photography. Brian was easygoing but at the same time professional. He takes his time with you and appears to love what he is doing. Brian went out of his way to scout out our "first look" location and he couldn't have picked a better spot. Our pictures are unique to any others and I am in love with them. He has a classic, timeless style. I have looked at all 688 wedding pictures multiple times and still smile when I see them. Brian also did our engagement pictures and we are just as pleased with them. BTW photography is worth the money and I would recommend him to anyone!
I would highly recommend Brian Weitzel and BTW Photogrpahy. The experience was unforgettable and the pictures are stunning They go out of their way to make you feel comfortable, special and relaxed at all times. Brian is one of the nicest guys my husband and I have ever met so it was enjoyable spending time with him during our engagement shoot prior to our wedding along with the time on our wedding day. The ability to be personable as well as highly professional is a skill Brian has mastered. His skill and artistic eye behind the camera is exceptional and I believe that is what sets him apart from many. Along with the "extras" that he pays close attention to and goes above and beyond on like his hand written notes, custom USB's and a selection of photos sent to you after the wedding! I would hire him and BTW prhotgraphy again in a heartbeat!
When we met with Brian for the first time we knew instantly that we wanted him to be our photographer. We definitely made the right decision. Brian not only makes you feel comfortable, but he makes taking photos FUN! This is huge considering my husband HATES having his picture taken. We LOVE our engagement pictures and LOVE our wedding photos. We got married in an old catholic church in Detroit and the photos that Brian took truly captured the beauty of the church. Not only is his work amazing, but he was able to keep our 22 person wedding party focused during photos and took AMAZING pictures. Brian is such a professional and knows what he is doing. With all of the stress of the wedding, my husband and I didn't have much time to scope out Detroit to decide where to take pictures. Brian had amazing recommendations for where to go and I couldn't be more pleased with our final product. One of the other really wonderful things that Brian did was edit some of our photos during dinner and set out a TV with the images scrolling on a slideshow. Our guests were blown away with how beautiful they turned out. I would definitely recommend Brian and BTW photography for future brides and we will definitely be using him in the future if we ever get other pictures taken.
Brian at BTW photography was amazing. We felt so comfortable. He made himself very discrete to get the candid pictures we wanted.
Brian will also do anything to get the perfect shot. He stepped around horse manure, logs, dangerous metals and roofs to get the perfect picture for us. He also laid on his stomach within ten feet of a horse on Mackinac Island to get the a picture we wanted.
His attention to detail is perfect. He even gives details about things so small, such as where to put your fingers or how to tilt your chin.
Brian wasn't just our photographer; he became our friend. He has a gentle soul and spirit. We had so much fun laughing with him and talking with him.
Lori-Jene and I would recommend Brian for any event. As someone in the events buisness, I have worked with a lot of photographers, but none of them were as kind, caring and detailed as Brian was.
Feel free to contact us about BTW Photography anytime to ask further questions, but I would recommend Brian to anyone, anywhere in the entire world. We are so happy with his pictures, his service, and the way he cares about his clients. Brian's clients aren't just clients to him; they are family.
Our kindest regards,
Matthew & Lori-Jene Ephraim
mattloveslj@gmail.com
Married June 27, 2015 at Mission Pointe Resort on Mackinac Island.
Brian's work was wonderful. He put so much attention to detail into his work and the photos were stunning. Photography is one item where you get what you pay for and Brian delivered beautifully.
I was trying to stick to a tight budget, so I was originally going to go with a larger photography company where they contract out photographers, but beware of these companies-- after a bride told me they offer print credits for 5 star reviews, and you don't get to meet your photographer before your wedding, I knew I needed to re-evaluate.
I had met Brian at a bridal show and loved his work, and I'm so glad we decided to use BTW photography. Brian and Eric shot our engagement photos and wedding day, and I couldn't be happier with all of the pictures. I'm so grateful for these beautiful mementos of our special day. I can't stress how important it is to surround yourself with experienced professionals for your wedding who care about the quality of their work. I'm definitely recommending BTW to everyone I know.
When we first spoke with Brian about his services, I thought "hmmmmm his prices are a little on the high side". Our other bigger concern was on what background scenes could be used in the photo's since the wedding was scheduled for March and most filming would likely be done indoors. Well as you know the old adage...."you get what you pay for"...With BTW we learned that we definitely got what we paid for and beyond. Brian the owner is creative and very professional. Above all he and his team was such a pleasure to work with during the wedding as they worked in a non-disruptive (stealth-like) manner. The photo's taken were beautiful and captured the feelings of the major (and minor) moments of the wedding. We've seen the video trailer and are awaiting the full video's to arrive. I'm certain we won't be disappointed.
BTW is simply the best and I highly recommend their services.
Sharon
The owner Brian was such a pleasure to work with! From day one of meeting him we were so confidant with him and his work. His photos are outstanding! All our family & friends have said they've never seen such goregous photos before! We're beyond happy that we decided to go with BTW, the whole crew was such a delight to work with the day of the wedding. Anyone I know who is engaged, I'll be sending them BTW's way! Thank you guys for being so easy to work with and giving us such stunning photos to be able to show our grandchildren one day!
I would recommended BTW Photography to anyone that wants to have classy, elegant, unique, amazing pictures to have from one of the best days of a couples life. Brian is professional and passionate about the work he does and truly cares about your needs and wants. I had a winter wedding and Brian was able to take all my visions and make it a reality. If you use BTW you will be one happy bride!
Brian and his team were very professional throughout the process. He always went above and beyond. Brian is very innovative and can turn any setting into a beautiful picture. He was not intruding at all and was a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him.
We used Brian from BTW Photography and had a great experience. From his flexibility on our initial meeting, to his direction during our sessions we really enjoyed our time with Brian. My wife and I did not have a specific perspective in mind and therefore let Brian use his creativity during the engagement and wedding day photos. We were extremely pleased with all the photos and especially impressed with how quick he was able to turn around the re-touched photos. I would give a strong recommendation to anyone inquiring about BTW Photography.
I had the pleasure of working with Brian for my engagement party and am looking forward to working with him for my wedding! Where to start...he is truly an amazing individual and photographer. On the day of the event he was so nice and easy to work with! The quality of the pictures was perfect and he has always been available to my fiance and me for anything we have needed. I give BTW the highest recommendation without reservation.
kind person+amazing photographer=perfect person for any special event.
Out of all the decisions we made for our wedding, choosing BTW was probably the best one. It's a great feeling to trust your photographer and know that he will do a fantastic job. Brian was amazing in every aspect--he truly pours everything into his work and our photos are just one example of his passion for what he does. If you're debating on a photographer/videographer, don't hesitate. This is one that will not disappoint. Thanks Brian! :)
My family and I have used BTW for many occasions, including my parents 40th anniversary, our engagement shoot and most recently my wedding in October of this year. It's hard to put into words the level of detail and effort that BTW puts into each shoot. All aspects of the venue have been balanced with just the right amount of attention to detail and professionalism. The photographs seem to capture the moment within the moment. Whether it’s the subtle glance of a blushing bride or the brimming smile of a new groom BTW seems to capture the little moments that make up the BIG moment. I have never met a friendlier more encouraging staff and their work with children is amazing. With all the stress and planning that goes into the event BTW offers a level of understanding and patience with even the youngest of participants. On top of all the essential photography equipment, BTW also thinks of the little things such as the Tide Stick for the lipstick bomb from Aunt Annabelle and extra hairspray for that pesky flyaway. The BTW experience and friendships will last as long as the memories and photographs. Thank you BTW for picture perfect memories!
I previously met Brian 4 years ago when he photographed a friends baby shower and then wedding. After spending the weekend with him, I knew that when my time to get married arrived I wanted him to be my photographer. I was able to make that happen this year and I must say I was not disappointed. Brian is the most personable photographer I have ever met. He really puts the bride first and makes the overall experience from engagement shoot, to website creation to wedding day/night an unforgettable one. He was always available to answer questions and really took our personality and made it blossom within each picture. To top it off, he was able to edit some pictures the day of the wedding and was able to do a slideshow during the reception. All of our guests noticed his attention to detail and constantly raved about how great he was. He will definitely be my photographer in the future whenever we may need one and I would definitely recommend him to others.
BTW Photography is the best! Brian was amazing to work with. He totally understands that wedding pictures are one of the only things that last of a wedding; They're memories you can sit down and relive forever. From our initial sit down to see his work and discuss pricing, to after the wedding, working with him was a joy! He was easy to get in contact with whenever I needed to ask him a question or update him on our timeline. The day of the wedding, he and his assistant, Jeremiah, were fantastic. They took so many beautiful pictures. He displayed some of the pictures he took during the reception so our guests could see them and everyone loved them! People kept coming up to us and complimenting his work and telling us how beautiful the pictures were. After the wedding, our pictures were ready one week later! BTW was fantastic! I highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.
I would definitely recommend BTW to do photography at your event. Our event was a wedding and it worked out well...the photography that is.
Brian at BTW was a great photographer for our wedding. His style is very young and vibrant and he really caputured all the beutifull emotions that come through in a wedding. Brian has great attention to detail and creativity in his work, he truly knows his craft and makes everything effortless for whomever he shoots. Brian is very easy going and fun to work with and he definatly went the extra mile to make my bride and I happy for choosing him! BTW was able to edit and display a portfolio of our pictures at our Reception! Our guests actually got to see the photos we had taken that day on a slide show which was a huge hit. BTW was also able to print some of the best ones and we gave those to our guests for takeaways which was also a huge hit!
Overall BTW was the best choice of any of our services that we made. It was affordable, the dealings were very open and transparent, the service was phenominal, the communication was on point, we were given rights to all of our photos, and the end product was truly a work of art. If you are looking for photography that will truly last a lifetime then BTW is the service for you!
One word to describe our experience with BTW Photography is "unbelievable." From the creativity and quality of the photos to the professionalism of the photographer, we could not ask for more from the entire experience. During the sessions, Brian Weitzel was very patient and easy to work with. We loved that our photos were shown at our reception that day, and we received all our finished photos in record time! We are very happy with BTW Photography and recommend them to anyone looking for quality service and unbelievable photos!
From our first meeting with him, we were very impressed with Brian's work. The way he speaks about his work and his approach to photography is inspiring. We went with a package that included an engagement session with the wedding photos. He went the extra step and took the time to make sure he shot at all the locations we wanted. We were incredibly happy with the way our engagement pictures turned out, but were even happier with our wedding photos. Brian is extremely thoughtful and a pleasure to work with, but best of all his work is top notch. We would recommend him to anyone and will cherish our pictures forever. Can't wait to see the video too!
My wedding was in January in Tahoe. I chose BTW photography after they were recommended by my cousin (who got married in Cabos) . I was lucky that Brian could make it to my destination wedding! He was calm on the wedding day and so great to work with. I loved that he had photos to show by the reception, and he ran a slideshow next to the bar. He got me my photos super fast. He is the BEST.
From the moment my husband and I met Brian we were sold. Not only is his work flawless, but his demeanor, professionalism, and true passion for photography all contribute to a unbelievable wedding experience. He is open-minded, creative, and delivers a product unlike any other I've seen. I know for any of our friends or family getting married in the future, BTW Photography is our first and only recommendation. Truly amazing.
Brian (of BTW Photography) was the best wedding (and rehearsal dinner) photographer my husband and I could have asked for. There are two primary reasons for this:
(1) the photos themselves - they are gorgeous. He captured details of the day that I wanted to remember and took creative and beautiful shots of my husband and I and of our wedding party and our guests. A second photographer was not in our budget, so we just had one person shooting (Brian) -- and I was AMAZED at how many amazing shots he got in throughout the day and night. The memories of that special day are frozen in time forever in the form of the most beautiful photos.
(2) (and for some reason, I think this is almost as important as the photos themselves) Brian, himself, was amazing and wonderful to have around that day. He was extremely professional, but also friendly and warm (e.g. did not get annoyed when he needed to move my husbands beer bottle that was sitting in the grass out of the shot yet AGAIN haha). He made sure to pull my husband and I away from all of the guests so that we could have a moment alone to really reflect on the day and on each other (and snapped some amazing shots while we were doing so). One thing I think many brides forget is that you are going to be spending a lot of this day (one of the most important in your life) with the photographer and it is of the utmost importance that you pick someone that you actually WANT to have there with you. Brian is that person. He is so calm and not stressed that he was able to keep me calm as well. It meant the world to have someone like that with us capturing our memories on our wedding day. We love Brian and BTW Photography!!
Brian of BTW Photography provided everything I could ask for and more. As a military bride, my wedding had multiple date changes and Brian was more than willing to accommodate. He was extremely helpful in creating a personalized photography package to suit my needs, he was willing to travel, and showed me every courtesy. He went out of his way to make me feel comfortable, and we worked well together. I could not have been more impressed with his level of professionalism. My wedding pictures turned out more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. I plan on returning to Brian whenever the need for updated photos presents itself. I would gladly reccommend his business to anyone!
... with your wedding photos is to choose BTW photography! For me, the search for a photographer was really difficult. I had met with a few different companies prior to BTW and although I could tell they were talented artists, we just didn't "click". I hate having my picture taken, and for my wedding I needed to work with someone who made me feel comfortable and relaxed, not stiff and posed. I needed someone with personality who was not only talented, but who I also "clicked" with. I heard about BTW through my friend's sister and decided to check out his website. At first glance, I LOVED his style--it was creative but elegant and the photos felt timeless. It was just the look I wanted, but... could we "click"? Brian, owner of BTW, was accommodating right from the start! He was willing to drive 45 min just to meet with us for the first time! The moment my husband and I sat down and started talking to Brian I knew he was "the one". Our conversation felt more like meeting an old friend for coffee than discussing business. I felt like Brian was the perfect blend of artist and friend and upon meeting him I had the utmost confidence in his abilities. Of course, with wedding planning, many of us are on a budget and money is a concern. Brian was fully willing to work within our budget and had a range of packages for us to choose from. As an added bonus surprise, on the day of our wedding he brought an apprentice! The two of them were able to divide and conquer--capturing every amazing moment! The thing I loved the most about BTW is that when we needed them, they were right there to help (even when we fumbled with the cake cutting!), but they were also able to blend into the background, capturing some intimate moments without the slightest feeling of intrusion. BTW was perfect on everything from price to quality to comfort. I could not possibly have picked a better photographer!
BTW Photography captured our day perfectly. Brian met with us through the planning process to make sure he captured everything we wanted on our special day. He puts that extra artistic touch to his images that he captures. He is just wonderful and would highly recommend him to anyone!
Brian was the perfect photographer for our wedding. He did a beautiful job and took gorgeous photos that my husband and I will cherish forever. In my experience planning our wedding, if there is one thing to fully commit to when deciding how to divvy up a wedding budget, however limited it may be, it is the photography. You will not regret it, because these pictures will bring to life the memories of the most monumental day of your life: the day you and your partner committed your life and love to one another. Brian captured this day for me and my husband so beautifully, so perfectly, and that to me is priceless.
One thing that I didn't realize that I would appreciate so much is how seamlessly Brian works. There was no feeling of intrusion during the ceremony, our first dance, etc...those intimate moments were photographed without me ever realizing there was someone taking our photos, yet these are just the moments that I love to look back on now. I am so grateful to have hired someone with such great intuition--Brian just 'gets it'.
BTW made our wedding photography fun and I believe I received incredible value for our photos. Brian skillfully organized 200+ people for a photo of our wedding party and guests, which I found quite impressive. One must have the right mix of talent, confidence, and personality to excel in this demanding field, and Brian has just that. He is skilled in his craft, efficient in his work, and his presence really added to the joy of our wedding day.
Thank you BTW photography for brilliantly capturing our wedding!
Brian and Eric did such a wonderful job on our photos. Brian was always in contact with me even before the wedding. He is that person that you can tell that he just loves what he does and that he really has a true passion for photos and helping make thoes memories last. Brian and Eric were at my house taking pictures of the girls getting ready at 11AM and took amazing photos. They had such creative ideas of what to look for and different views of how to take the photo. Then through the day they captured every moment, and you would never have even seen them, they were the crouching tiger hidden photographer!!! They stayed at the wedding until almost 11PM, during dinner they worked on editing photos and before the end of the night they had photos from earlier in the day up on the computer screen that was set up in the corner of the hall. Overall they were the best pick of our entire wedding. Oh and they had all the photos edited and ready with in 2 weeks of the wedding!!! AMAZING
Brian is amazing! I can't say enough about how wonderful my pictures are and how fast I got them! I had my dvd with all my picture two weeks after my wedding. But most impressive was that during dinner Brian edited a selection of pictures and put them up on a slide show at a screen at the bar, my guests loved this! I will hire Brian for all my major life events that need photos, also he is just a really nice guy!
Our wedding pictures are amazing! We are so happy with them. Brian listened to our request regarding our style for what we were looking for.
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