Inspired, Artistic, & Stunning Wedding Photography
$3,800 starting price
Napa & SF Bay Area
Service area
Christophe Genty
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (12X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Christophe Genty Photography is a wedding photographer located in Napa, CA.
Weddings are incredibly personal and no two couples or weddings are ever alike. Each wedding is as unique as the couple; their uniqueness is reflected in the end result: inspired, artistic, and stunning wedding photographs that will be cherished for a lifetime.
What You'll Love About Christophe Genty Photography
This photographer has been highly recommended by past clients for his ability to tell unique love stories through imagery. His professionalism and authentic approach ensure you will be able to enjoy the magical moments of your big day over and over. Check out Christophe's reviews and get a better idea of the kind of exceptional experience
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Destination Weddings
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Photo Shoot Types
Boudoir
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Online Proofing
Photo
Printed Enlargements
Printed Proofs
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Vintage
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
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Meet the team
Christophe Genty
Owner
Born and trained in France, Christophe now lives in Napa with his beautiful wife and son. After his studies in instrumental optics back home, he dedicated himself to photography and was only 17 when he had his first exhibit.
His work as a laboratory photographer in the prestigious Albert Kahn Museum in Paris led to opportunities as a free-lance artist allowing him to establish his unique style and develop a diverse portfolio in wedding photography, photojournalism, fashion, live theater, and portrait photography.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0118 reviews
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Christophe is highly praised by multiple reviewers for his exceptional photography skills and professionalism at weddings. Couples were thrilled with his storytelling abilities and captivating photo compositions. Christophe's passion for photography and personalized approach, along with his prompt communication and attention to detail, were highlighted. Reviewers commended his ability to make everyone feel comfortable, his candid photo style, and his skill in capturing picturesque scenery, making their special day memorable. Overall, Christophe received glowing recommendations for his outstanding work and genuine, warm demeanor.Review photos
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Kelly M
5.0
11/11/2024
Christophe was the epitome of a professional. He is so passionate about his craft and it shows in every photo. He truly tells a story. We could not be more thrilled!
Vendor response 11/12/2024
Thank you, Kelly and Amit, for your kind words! I’m thrilled that the photos captured your...
special moments. It was a joy working with you both. Wishing you a lifetime of beautiful memories together!
Shaun M
5.0
9/18/2024
We couldn't have asked for a better wedding photographer than Christophe! His energy and enthusiasm throughout the day were infectious, getting everyone in the perfect mood for photos. The pre-ceremony shots were simply stunning—beautifully capturing those intimate and candid moments. During the ceremony and reception, he was lively and engaging, making the whole experience so much fun for us and our guests. And the final photos? Absolutely amazing! Christophe's talent and professionalism truly shine through. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for top-tier photography. Thank you, Christophe, for capturing our special day so perfectly!
Vendor response 09/18/2024
Thank you so much, Shaun! I’m thrilled you and Elaina loved the photos. It was a joy captu...
ring your special day, and I’m glad my energy added to the fun! Wishing you both all the best!
Any questions?
Milly W
5.0
7/20/2024
Christophe is an incredible photographer all around!!
Leading up to the wedding, he communicated early and often, and he even came to our site visit with our wedding planner. On the wedding day, he was prepared but also willing to hear any ideas or changes; and he was professional but also fun and easygoing. After the wedding, we received our pictures in a timely manner—both as a download for us and as a website for guests. Most importantly, all of the the pictures are absolutely stunning! We have over 1,000 high-quality pictures so we can always remember our special day. :)
Thank you for all your work, Christophe!
Vendor response 07/21/2024
Dear Milly & Aaron! It was an honor to be part of your special day. Thank you for your kin...
d words. It was a pleasure working with you both from the initial planning stages to the big day itself. I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the experience and love the photos. Your wedding was beautiful, and I'm so glad I could capture those precious moments for you. Best wishes to you both!
Melissa E
5.0
7/12/2024
If I could give over 5 stars, I would, because Christophe not only deserves it, but his work made my dreams come to life, and we will never forget the memories and story captured on our big day through our photos. For us, the experience with his company and output is that pictures ARE worth more than a million, I am still taken away when I look back each time. Not only was the photography the most important vendor I was seeking for our wedding, but Christophe and his team were the most genuine vendors I worked with, which is important for the big day to feel comfortable because once it’s show time, things move very fast! We had the opportunity and privilege to also work with him at the engagement shoot as well, which is the best opportunity to meet/get to know one another in a “slower” setting where you don’t just go in for a photo session, but we personally went in clueless, but came out learning so much! Christophe will take the time to give and teach tips and tricks, and all you have to do is look the part! He also preps you for what he looks for as well as learns your needs, so then you are all learning each other and prepared for the big day. He was also very patient with us and communication was key, so we were all on that same page. If you have weather issues like we did for the week of the shoot (we are from out of state), the consultation meetings leading up ensured that we had sufficient locations and back up plans for any emergency or mishaps which is very reassuring. And don’t worry, there is always a plan with Christophe as he will be very up front on what works and doesn’t, for the best outcome so you won’t have to worry a thing!
The bonus for us as well was building a warm experience with him, which extended until even after our wedding, and it’s been 7 months and counting! The relationship from start to end and beyond will be a continuous one for us as we plan to keep him within the family. This aspect is also rare in working with someone for a wedding. I learned a lot about Napa vendors through this process as well, that for the most part they are so personable beyond their everyday jobs, which makes the big day less stressful.
As for the importance of photography, my husband and I are pretty shy individuals especially with photos can be nerve wrecking, and I personally do not know every single tip and trick to all there is to know about “perfect” photography, but I’ve always just known what is good to my eye. Believe me, you can feel and tell with Christophe’s work when you run through the portfolio, do your research and I can also strongly attest that what you see is what you will get if not more, as there is no staging these moments, which is the scariest thing. However, his specialty is candid moments, and sadly you will find photographers out there who only put together the best of their portfolio for their webpage and in certain jobs, and not necessarily for every job or more importantly, for your big day. So be on the lookout for those and an engagement shoot is the best way to find out what you will receive for your big day.
You can get your typical “one two three say cheese” type of photos, but that was not what I aimed for due to shyness and style, but you will get the candid experience which is what I had hoped for, and not being local to California, I also had high hopes to capture the scenery, to be able to look back and reminisce that special day because that day goes by so fast and you hardly have a moment to relive it without the help.
Be sure to have someone in your family help “wrangle” all the members, and be ready to have a list and schedule sent out for everyone including the photography team so that the day goes the most smooth. It’s going to go by very fast and you may not have all the time or things can come up so rank your most important moments and photos on the list accordingly. I would also highly recommend a second photographer if you have a larger party , as they are also trained in the same way Christophe works and so you will receive the most out of your day while he captures the most with the bride and groom. As long as you are prepared with a list and schedule, you have had the chance to try an engagement shoot, you should have all the ingredients needed for your big day.
The process is long after the wedding in choosing the most carefully curated finalized photos, but you will work closely with Christophe and he has the most eye for detail, and the teamwork is wonderful! They say that if you can find a photographer with a few photos that you love, you should be satisfied, but I received so many more I couldn’t even choose. My house is now filled with the most memories that I will never forget and I can’t wait look through the album and share with everyone!
Christophe, thank you for the passion in your work, it not only shows but words can’t express how much we really appreciate everything you have given us. This has been the most memorable experience and we can’t wait to continue even more memories. Your kindness is also appreciated, makes the whole process easier and we are so glad to have met you! Napa is so lucky to have your service and if we could have you in Arizona we would! Thanks again!
Vendor response 07/12/2024
Hi Melissa & Michael,
Wow, your review put the biggest smile on my face! Thank you a milli...
on for your kind words and for letting me be a part of your unforgettable day. I'm thrilled you enjoyed the candid moments we captured—it's so important to me that your photos reflect your style and personality. Wishing you both endless joy and countless moments as beautiful as your wedding day!
Warmest regards,
Christophe
Kat G
5.0
6/20/2024
My husband and I recently eloped and I’m so glad we chose Christophe as our photographer. I had originally started planning a traditional wedding and found the lack of price transparency and slow response times of vendors incredibly frustrating. Christophe was the only exception; he got back to me within an hour of sending an inquiry. His pricing and options were clear and reasonable from the start. Even after I told him that we were considering an elopement instead, he was very understanding and flexible and suggested a 1 hour photo shoot option within our budget. He made the whole process much less stressful. He even suggested location ideas, which took away the stress of those small details. On the day of our wedding he was on time, professional, and gave us some tips and direction on how to take good photos (which my husband and I both needed because we hate taking pictures.) We had a joyful, fun, and relaxed photo shoot, and our time with Christophe added to the beautiful memories of our wedding day. We got the digital proofs back in less than two weeks. My only regret was not paying for more time/pictures. I would highly recommend Christophe as a photographer and I’d happily book him again for another special occasion.
Vendor response 07/12/2024
Hi Kat & Ed,
Thank you so much for trusting me with your memories and excellent review. Yo...
ur insights are invaluable to me!
I'm thrilled that I could add to the excitement and joy of your wedding planning adventure.
Can't wait for the chance to work with you again in the future!
Warm regards,
Christophe
Agne M
5.0
11/24/2023
Christophe was wonderful - he was responsive, professional and caring through the months leading up to the wedding, made sure to take into account exactly what we wanted and delivered beautiful wedding photos. He was a joy to work with!
Vendor response 12/21/2023
Thank you Agne!
It was a wonderful day and a joy to be with you both!
Happy new year,
Chrs...
itophe
Georgina N
5.0
11/04/2023
Christophe was the perfect photographer for our non-traditional wedding photo shoot! Right from the start communication was clear - we aligned on the approach up front which made things smooth on the day. Christophe provided great ideas and was game to go to range of locations that we loved. He was very flexible. He brought a ton of energy and ideas on the day and made it easy to get a number of amazing photos. He was an absolute pleasure to work with. We received all the photos smoothly, in an easy way, on the timelines he shared. We would strongly recommend him!
Vendor response 11/08/2023
Georgina,
Thank you for your wonderful words!
I am always excited by “non traditional”
we...
ddings and the creative images we create together.
You both were equally a joy to work with🙏
Best always,
Christophe
Sarah B
5.0
10/24/2023
Christophe is a true artist and incredible photographer. He listens deeply to the vision wanted and is able to successfully create it. His communication, professionalism, and quality of work is superb, going above and beyond to capture and edit images. We had difficulty choosing a few photos to be ordered, as there were at least one hundred that we absolutely loved. But the most meaningful impact was Christophe’s (and team) ability to make us, and everyone involved in our wedding, feel comfortable, happy, engaged, and like we were the only and most special clients he had. This felt priceless, he was a catalyst for getting to embody the experience of being the most beautiful bride (despite being on try 4 after cancellations, having a toddler, and feeling old 😂)
Vendor response 10/27/2023
Wowza Sarah,
You absolutely get everything I am all about!!!
Your review embodies exactly ...
what I always aim to deliver.
I am thrilled you had this great experience as I was in giving it to you 🙏
Best always,
Christophe
Scott R
5.0
8/28/2023
Christophe communicates a great ease and brought a sense of positivity and peace to our big day. Thus his photographs also ended up wonderfully. He's great at communicating with all the folks. Christophe is highly professional yet also very friendly and full of positive affect and will assist you to feel even better on your special day. We had a great experience. Thank you!
Vendor response 08/29/2023
Hi Scott & Adriana,
thank you from the bottom of my heart for choosing me as your wedding ...
photographer and for sharing your positive experience. Wishing you both a lifetime filled with happiness, love, and beautiful moments together.
Best always,
Christophe
Brianne H
5.0
8/26/2023
We cannot say enough amazing things about Christophe! My mom found him when helping my brother plan his wedding, and he has since shot my sister’s wedding and now mine. He is so great at what he does and puts a lot of care into his work. And above all, he is wonderful and friendly to work with!
Vendor response 08/29/2023
Dear Brianne and Michael,
Being a part of not just one but now three incredible moments in...
your family's journey is an honor I deeply cherish.
Thank you again for your unwavering support. I wish you both a lifetime of love, happiness, and beautiful memories together.
Warmest regards,
Christophe
Adriane M
5.0
7/06/2023
We cannot speak highly enough of Christophe. Apart from a highly skilled photographer, the most important thing to us was to hire someone who had an inclusive mindset who would celebrate our queer love. We appreciate the quality person that Christophe is and how he treats those around him. His passion for what he does shines through. The vendors we chose really added to the “chill” good vibes day that we envisioned for our special day.
Christophe and his son were on time, professional, on top of things, and paid attention to detail. He did a fantastic job advocating for the shots that he knew would be most important.
Looking back, it would have been so easy to miss those moments. We appreciate him speaking up.
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Dear Ana & Adriane,
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your "chill" and good vibes ...
day!
I am grateful for your kind words and the trust you placed in me to capture your special day. Celebrating love in all its forms is at the core of my philosophy, and we are honored to have been a part of your love story.
Best always,
Christophe & Raphael
Christine P
5.0
6/14/2023
We found Christophe through our videographer and I am so glad we went with him. Our pictures are stunning and I can't stop staring at them.
His vision and attention to the small details made me relive the day all over again. The final products have an elevated natural look, highlighting the details without being overly done.
My favorite was how he politely insisted on doing sunset shots. He knew they would turn out great and gave my husband and I time away before the party got started.
I can't wait to show off his amazing work!
Vendor response 06/15/2023
Hi Christine and Cesar,
Thank you so much! Wow, I am thrilled to hear that you are delight...
ed with the photos. Your happiness is truly rewarding for me. It's moments like these that remind me why I love my job so much. Being able to capture and preserve the beautiful memories you created on your wedding day is an absolute joy.
Thank you once again for entrusting me with the task of photographing your special day. It was an honor to be a part of it. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness and cherished memories.
Best always,
Christophe
Tyler R
5.0
2/09/2023
Christophe and his team were phenomenal! When we hired him to do our wedding we had no idea the level of input and direction he would be giving. Not only did he take beautiful pictures but he gave invaluable input on our wedding itself. He helped with where we should put things, how we should do our lighting, what would look good and what wouldn’t, etc. We had him and his team literally all day (8am - midnight) and they never complained and was always respectful and kind. We plan on reaching out to Christophe whenever we need a photographer from now on. I could not recommend Christophe and his team more. If he’s available, you need to hire them!
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Thank you, Tyler & Nancy, for your kind words & your appreciation! It was an absolute plea...
sure to be a part of your special day. I believe capturing beautiful moments goes beyond just taking photographs, and I am so glad you enjoyed the process!
Best Always,
Christophe
Julie A
5.0
1/03/2023
Working with Christophe was truly a pleasure and we cannot over-emphasize how thrilled we are with the images he captured of our wedding. He was communicative throughout the process, gave great advice, and we are so happy with the end result. He really captured the feeling of the day and everything looks so beautiful: my only problem is narrowing down which ones are my favorites! Highly recommend if you are in the Napa Valley area.
Vendor response 01/04/2023
Bryan and Julie,
Thank you for the wonderful review. I love my job when I get to work with...
people like you! I am thrilled you love the photos of your amazing day!
Christophe
Patrick Z
5.0
11/17/2022
Christophe and his secondary photographer, Michelle, were amazing throughout our wedding day. They were incredibly easy to work with throughout the day, were very attentive to any requests that we had on specific shots, and kept the entire group loose and having fun. We received our prints right on time and were thrilled with the results. We can't recommend Christophe enough.
Vendor response 11/17/2022
Dear Patrick & Liz, thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure to be a part of y...
our wedding, and I am happy we went to the Sequoia tree tunnel. It made for amazing photos. Best always, Christophe
Fulya K
5.0
11/03/2022
Christophe photographed our wedding in San Jose, CA with his assistant. We saw his portfolio online and really loved the images he created. He is very talented, artistic, loves photography and cares about the expectations of the people he works with. He was easy to communicate from the beginning, took the time to chat with us over zoom, asked us for a list of portraits we would like, and got information about the venue.
On the day of the wedding, he was timely, organized and positive throughout the day. He has a very polite and positive attitude, which makes it easy for people to follow his directions. His positivity also eases the stress of the wedding day, we felt like we could trust him. One thing we loved about our photos was how he used light and movement with proficiency. Our sunset photos were beautiful and in our dancing photos, I can almost feel the movement. He also delivered our photos in his promised time. We are very happy to have worked with him and we highly recommend him.
Vendor response 11/17/2022
Thank you so much Fulya!
Yes, I love light and movement, and you made it so fun allowing m...
e to capture your day!!!
It was a joy and a privilege. Happy holidays to you newlyweds!!!!!
Christophe and team
Lauren C
5.0
11/02/2022
Christophe exceeded all expectations and is an exceptional photographer. I would hire him again in a heartbeat! If you're looking for a wonderfully talented and reliable photographer for your special day, look no further! Where do I even begin? He made the process easy and seamless and the photos were amazing. Christophe was professional and friendly and quick to respond to our initial inquiry. He then had an informational phone call and took the time to patiently answer all our questions. On the day of our wedding, he made us and our bridal party feel extremely comfortable. He found all the amazing angles and captured all our moments. His exiting skills are exceptional, and the photos turned out amazing - we received many compliments from guests! We even booked our photo booth through Christophe, and it was a hit! He went above and beyond and helped us locate a nearby vineyard to take photos at and even offered to drive us! Christophe captured our special day perfectly and I could not recommend him more highly!
Vendor response 11/05/2022
Hi Lauren & David
Wow! thank you for the amazing review. It is clients like you that make ...
my job easy and joyful!
I am so happy you enjoyed the photo booth as well.
May your holidays as a newlyweds be the best ever!!!!
Christophe
Sarah S
5.0
7/22/2022
So glad we had Christophe to capture our special day! He made everything so fun and easy and the photos could not have been better!!
Vendor response 11/05/2022
Sarah,
It was indeed a fun day and YOU made it easy and a joy to capture!!
Congratulations...
Christophe
Matthew P
5.0
6/17/2022
Christophe was the photographer for our wedding in Napa, Ca. on 4.22.22. We are from San Antonio, Texas and found Christophe through our internet search. He is an amazing person. He is friendly, kind, thoughtful, easy to work with, reassuring, and he listened to our needs and wants in capturing our wedding memories. Our venue was Merryville Winery. Our wedding location was simply breath-taking. Christophe did a brilliant job at capturing our love, our family and friends, our ceremony and dinner, and his pictures are as breath-taking as our venues. He is creative and provided amazing recommendations for pictures throughout the day. This is important because our focus was on wedding preparations, making sure everything and everyone was in place at the right time. Through his pleasant demeanor and creativity, capturing our day was the one thing we did not worry about, at all. His professionalism was equaled by his warm, caring personality, and transparency with his contracting process. Simply put, he exceeded our expectations.
Christophe is a wonderful human-being. We recommend him without hesitation or second thoughts.
Vendor response 06/18/2022
Dear Mathew and Carol,
You warm my heart with your glowing review. I am so happy to give y...
ou this experience in such a monumental event for your lives. It gives me great joy!
You both emulate all the amazing energy that I was able to give in my photographs.
Hope to see you back in Napa soon!
Cheers,
Christophe
Hao T
5.0
4/25/2022
Worked with Christophe on my proposal. Christophe was super professional and discussion with me in details in regards on how the proposal will happen and gave tips on the dressing and how to better to get the best photo. The proposal photos were very amazing and my fiancee loved it a lot.
Vendor response 04/25/2022
Dear Hao,
Thank you so much for your review! It was a pleasure to meeting you and Celia. ...
I wish you the best in life and in love.
best always,
Christophe
Linda P
5.0
1/18/2022
Christophe was absolutely amazing to work with! He was very responsive through email and gave great tips & suggestions planning our engagement photoshoot. His relaxed and creative nature made for a very fun photo session. Some of our favourite photos were the unique nighttime shots, in which we trusted Christophe to experiment with. Our photos turned out beautifully-- I highly recommend working with Christophe as your photographer!
Vendor response 01/19/2022
Hi Linda & Darren,
Thanks for trusting me with our night photography! It was so much fun a...
nd I’m so happy you love them!
Despite the change of date we made it work!
Sincerely,
Christophe
Stephanie W
5.0
1/16/2022
Christophe Gentry photographed our wedding on 10/22/21 in Benicia, California, at the Jefferson Mansion. His pictures were stunning! Looking at the photos on Christophe’s website, I knew that we would get all the standard boxes checked (getting ready pictures, extended family pictures, walking down the aisle, cake cutting, etc.).When we received the photos, we were absolutely blown away!! The photos were romantic, elegant, beautiful, and captured the spirit of our wedding. I went off reviews and pictures to choose Christophe, it felt like a leap, but I didn’t have any doubts after our first phone meeting. Christophe is a true professional, and he made himself available all the way up to the wedding day to answer questions and go over every detail. I could not be any happier with the whole process and the amazing final result!
Vendor response 01/19/2022
Hi Stephanie & John,
Thank you for the glowing review. Brides like you are such a joy! You...
r spirit of fun and joie de vivre were so fun to be a part of!
I am thrilled you loved the photos as much as I loved shooting them🙏.
Sincerely,
Christophe
Nikki B
5.0
1/08/2022
Christophe did my wedding photos and words can’t describe how happy I am. He did an amazing job and got a variety of photos throughout the day. We got beautiful pictures of my bridal party getting ready, the ceremony, and all throughout dinner and dancing. We also took photos outside and he found locations that were breath taking. He was super helpful with posing us but making us feel comfortable. I would absolutely recommend him for any events needing a photographer. I’m so thankful for his work and beyond happy with the memories we will have for the rest of our lives.
Vendor response 01/10/2022
Dear Nikki & Ryan, Thank you so much for your beautiful review. It never fails to make my ...
passion even stronger when I hear how happy my clients are!
I’m so happy your memories will give you joy for years to come. Best Always, Christophe
Rina P
5.0
1/05/2022
Very professional and timely. Got our pictures back to us in less than 48 hours. So nice and fun to work with. Great results as well
Vendor response 01/06/2022
Hi Rina!
Thank you so much for your review. It was so fun to meet you and Alack for your ...
surprise engagement session!
I wish you the best in life and in love,
Sincerely,
Christophe
bobby S
5.0
12/02/2021
Easy going, professional, personable, fun, kind. Christophe makes the entire experience so enjoyable. And on top of all that he has a way of capturing the most beautiful moments. He is THE BEST!!! He has shot multiple weddings in my family and we will have him for many more. Could not recommend him enough!
Vendor response 12/03/2021
Thank you so much Bobby! Your beautiful family makes my work so easy and joyful. People li...
ke you and your family are why I love my job!!!
Christophe
Nilou T
5.0
5/04/2021
We worked with Christophe for our small wedding in St Helena and we’re SO glad we chose him as our photographer! He was so responsive and friendly from the very first email and it seemed as if we had known him for a long time! He has very good photography skills and catches all the special moments so perfectly. We are so happy with all of the images we received and would definitely recommend him to all of our friends and family!
Vendor response 05/05/2021
Dear Nilou and Ali,
Thank you so much for your review! It was a pleasure to work wit...
h you and your family. I wish you both the best in life and in love.
Christophe
Kathleen C
5.0
4/09/2021
Christophe made everything easy from booking to proofs. We even needed to reschedule due to COVID-19 and he was very flexible truly a delightful experience!
What I liked the best is he said his goal “is to capture the emotions” in his photographs and he lived up to that capturing all the love and joy we were feeling. Our photos are stunning!
Vendor response 04/20/2021
Dear Kathleen, Thank you so much for your review! It was a pleasure to be a part of your w...
edding day. Best always, Christophe
Adela W
5.0
12/06/2020
Christophe was a joy to work with as our wedding photographer, especially during such a challenging time trying to organize our ceremony and family dinner during the pandemic. Even though the first time we met Christophe was the wedding day, he instantly made me and my husband feel at ease. Christophe had many creative ideas for natural poses. He also had a great eye for color, which I really appreciated since I had chosen our venue during autumn for the beautiful California scenery. Our photos turned out beautifully as a result and will give me and my family many wonderful memories. Thank you Christophe!
Vendor response 12/07/2020
Dear Adela & Robert,
I am so glad all worked well! I was a pleasure to meet you and I ...
am so glad you had such a beautiful sunny fall day. I wish you the best, Christophe
Felicia I
5.0
11/28/2020
My wedding was one of the most beautiful and happiest moments in my life and Mr. Genty did a phenomenal job capturing every moment of happiness. He was very professional and gave our wedding and photo shoot his wonderful and creative artistic flare. Our photos came out so beautiful. We couldn’t be more pleased. Thank you again Mr. Genty. You played a pivotal role in making this significant moment in our marriage very special and unforgettable. From Mr. and Mrs. Iman, we truly appreciate you and your work.
Vendor response 05/05/2021
Thank you so much Mrs & Mr Iman,
It was a pleasure working with you. I love my job, and...
I am delighted to produce unforgettable memories for you that you'll cherish with your family and friends.
Best always,
Christophe
Nicole L
5.0
11/19/2020
Christophe was so sweet and not overbearing or pushy. He came up with great poses and places at the most flattering angles. The pictures turned out absolutely gorgeous. We were so impressed! If you don't hire him for your wedding you're making a huge mistake! He's the BEST photographer!
Vendor response 11/22/2020
Dear Nicole & Anthony,
It was a pleasure to meeting you both. On one of the most importa...
nt days of your life, I am glad you had a great experience and fun during our time together. I wish you the best in life and love.
Best,
Christophe
Randi C
5.0
10/14/2020
My husband and I recently eloped and knew we wanted a solid photographer to capture our day, especially after compromising on many initial thoughts/plans due to the pandemic. We honestly didn't spend much time looking for photographers after finding Christophe early on, though. Every email and phone call we had with Christophe was stress-free, he helped put us at ease (even with details of our elopement that had nothing to do with photography), and even gave us several suggestions on venues for our elopement (we got married at one of them!). Despite Christophe's many well-deserved amazing reviews, we were nervous about working with a photographer we hadn't had a chance to meet in person (thanks, pandemic...). On the day of our elopement, however, all of those nerves subsided immediately. Christophe was at our venue early and assured us that he would give us all the feedback we needed to ensure our pictures turned out great after we shared that we didn't feel very natural posing in front of a camera. Working with him was very easy - he was friendly, passionate and energetic, gave us all the feedback we could ever hope for, showed us a few of our pictures along the way, and even gave me a quick pep talk before we officially started shooting telling me that I looked great, happy, and had every reason to feel confident in front of the camera. He has a great eye, isn't afraid to get creative, and even took some of our novice suggestions and ideas (some of which weren't half bad!!). We were finally able to download our photos recently and are so happy with them...they make us laugh, smile, and relive some of the best memories we've been able to create despite this pandemic, raging wildfires, and general unease in the world right now. We are so grateful Christophe was a part of our day and can't wait to find excuses to work with him again!
Vendor response 10/15/2020
Dear Randi and Joe,
Wow, So fun to read your review! Thank you so much! I am so glad you...
are enjoying them.
It was a pleasure to meeting you and Joe and I am looking forward to seeing you again.
Sincerely,
Christophe
Tony L
5.0
10/10/2020
Christophe was amazing for our wedding. You can tell right off the bat that he was well prepared and had a lot of experience. He was friendly, fun, enthusiastic, and professional. His passion for photography was evident as he directed us for our photos, guided our poses and lined up our group shots. Our wedding was held on a day when the temperature was 110 degrees, and he never complained once. We are so happy that we found him and would book him again in a heartbeat for any future sessions we might come up with. We want to share our experience with him so that others will be able to as well. Thank you Christophe!! You were fantastic!!
Vendor response 10/11/2020
Hi Tony,
Wow, thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure to be a part of your ...
wedding no matter the temperature! You and Ashlee were awesome to work with and I am so glad you love the photos because it was blast to take them!
I am looking forward to your next adventures.
Best always,
Christophe
Sara P
5.0
4/14/2020
Christophe is simply the best - He is charming, punctual, responsible, reliable, creative, and fun! - Most importantly a true professional and a true artist! His photos are beautiful. I am so grateful that I found him for my wedding. I could go on and on about why he is the right choice for you. But let me keep it simple because I am sure you are swamped and overloaded trying to make the right choices for your wedding. - This is simply the best photography choice out there. You can stop looking now :)
Vendor response 11/17/2022
Dear Sara, Thank you so much for your review, It was a pleasure to be a part of your weddi...
ng. Best Always, Christophe
Vanessa P
5.0
1/26/2020
Hiring Christophe was the best decision we made. He had great energy, is very kind and almost made himself invisible throughout the evening. He got such personal and emotional shots of everything and we didn’t even notice all the photos being taken. He’s also great with kids. We’ll be working with Christophe for professional photos moving forward for sure.
Vendor response 01/31/2020
Hi Vanessa & Brandon,
Wow, thank you so much for your review. I makes me so happy that ...
you had a great experience and got the photos you were looking for! It was a pleasure to meet you both as well as your family and friends.
I wish you the best in life and in love,
Best,
Christophe
Amanda F
5.0
1/20/2020
Christophe is an amazing photographer! He did a brilliant job photographing our wedding on 11/9/19. We are so grateful that we hired him for our special day. Not only are his photographs gorgeous, but he is a pleasure to work with. He is professional and has such positive energy. My husband and I aren't really used to having professional photos taken and always worry about looking or feeling awkward, but Christophe made us feel at ease and really captured all of the moments of our wedding in a natural and beautifully artistic way. We are so thankful to have such wonderful photos to treasure! We would highly recommend hiring Christophe!
Brookelyn d
5.0
1/17/2020
Simply stated, my wedding would not have been the same without Christophe! Christophe made my guests and I feel unbelievably comfortable and confident in front of the camera, and our wedding photos truly exemplify this. My husband and I got married at San Francisco City Hall, and to our surprise, we picked the day that the mayor was to be sworn in; thus, many areas of San Francisco City Hall were closed to the public. Needless to say, I was extremely worried that our wedding photos would be limited and we would not be able to capture what we intended to. Christophe went above and beyond utilizing all of the areas we had access to, and our wedding photos were nothing less than perfection, and were not limited in the SLIGHTEST. Honestly, my wedding photos went far beyond my wildest expectations. If you are looking for someone to capture your wedding day, look no further. Not only is Christophe's photography flawless, he is unbelievably professional and is truly a wonderful person to work with. I can't wait to work with Christophe again in the future.
Vivian T
5.0
1/14/2020
Hiring Christophe as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made during the entire wedding planning process. I had reached out to a handful of photographers. One responded to me with an invoice (after not even one conversation) another, immediately sent me a price list. Christophe was the only one who offered to sit down and chat about what we were looking for/our needs, etc. He has a beautiful studio up in Napa and it was well worth the drive to go talk to him in person. We opted for the photography package that included an engagement photoshoot, which I highly recommend. He was super flexible about when we wanted to do the shoot and he was early (we were late, sorry!). He came prepared with hairspray for me too! Christophe checked all the boxes and more. He had a positive attitude and was always willing and eager to try new things, even if they were silly ideas. Aside from his shots coming out beautifully, he is an absolute delight to work with. My only regret is that I did not get a photo with him because I would've loved to have that as a memory to keep in my wedding album- our awesome, A++++ photographer!
Vendor response 01/14/2020
Thank you for the awesome review, Vivian & Wilson! Wow, I am so glad to hear that everyth...
ing turned out! I love your couple photos with the horses which will be a great addition to my portfolio. I would have loved to have a photo with you, my second photographer took a photo of me working I'll send it to you :)
Best always,
Christophe
Casey R
5.0
12/09/2019
I wish that I could post the pictures so they can speak for themselves, but this will have to do. We had a different photographer lined up for our wedding, and about 5 months out he stopped returning our calls all together. We were freaking out trying to find a new photographer when, thank God, my mom found Christophe. When we left our engagement shoot, which was the first time we met Christophe in person, my wife and I decided that we wanted him to photograph every important moment in our lives from now on. We will never have to look for another photographer. I wish I could rate 11/10, because Christophe has earned it.
Yusa T
5.0
10/25/2019
We really appreciate Christophe for our wedding photos in Napa! We enjoyed spending the preciaous time with him. He not only just took photos but also amused us all the time. I was really glad to see him.
Chase G
5.0
10/21/2019
Christophe was everything we could ask for and more when it came to my proposal. We had communicated on and off during the 3 months leading up to the big day and it put me at ease. His tips, his excitement, and professionalism was everything I needed to calm my nerves down.
Once the big day arrived and I got the answer I was looking for from my gf, Christophe was ready firing from all cylinders. We were in a rush to get to our next winery, so we weren’t able to take our time with pictures. Christophe was accommodating and moved to our pace. The pictures turned out great and our families were obsessed with the final product. I was so glad to have Christophe be a part of our special day. I would 100% recommend him for whatever photography you need. Thanks Christophe! C and R from Kentucky
Lindsay M
5.0
10/21/2019
My fiancé booked Christophe for our surprise proposal and I was blown away at his professionalism and kindness. He guided Brian in the right direction on where to propose and made sure to hide until the right moment. I was so surprised! We did about an hour long engagement photoshoot and he made us feel so comfortable the entire time. The photos turned out amazing--I would definitely recommend him and use him again!
Wei H
5.0
10/06/2019
Christophe is a fantastic photographer and we immensely enjoyed working with him for our wedding. He is a master of his craft and we would recommend him to any other couples looking for a photographer for their wedding or any other event.
In particular, we thought he excelled in 3 areas: 1) creating natural moments through technical skill and artistic vision, 2) providing his thoughts on what looks good versus just taking orders, and 3) working with us both professionally and engaging us on a personal level, which made us much more at ease and really get to know him better.
For the natural moments element, we loved all the pictures he provided. If you look through his website or any albums provided, you can easily tell they are well framed and technically well-produced, but also they really bring out the subjects in a natural environment. This is something we looked for in particular for our wedding photographer, and in both the engagement session and wedding day pictures, we thought that showed itself in spades.
In addition, we also appreciated how Christophe balanced incorporating our wants and interests, of course, with his own style and experience. He did an excellent job of meshing both sets of ideas together into one cohesive, thoughtful set of pictures and telling a wonderful, lasting story through the pictures themselves. Truly strong kudos to Christophe here.
Lastly, we very much enjoyed working with Christophe. Beyond just the output of the engagement and wedding shoots, we loved working with Christophe. From the first Facetime chat with Christophe through our last pictures with him during our wedding, we both really enjoyed working with him and getting to know him (and his son, who he brought to our wedding and also took some awesome pictures!). At the end of the day, you want to make sure you trust and know your photographer and we thought Christophe did an amazing job of facilitating that with us.
Overall, we would thought Christophe was excellent on all dimensions and highly recommend him to others seeking wedding photography – and other occasions!
Vendor response 10/07/2019
Dear Wei & Pratiksha, Thank you so much for this great review! It was a pleasure working w...
ith you. I wish you the best in life and love, Best always, Christophe
Diana R
5.0
10/04/2019
Christophe was great! He is very friendly and professional! We planned from the east coast so we had to base our choice on his reviews and photo gallery. His photos immediately jumped out to me and my now husband due to their beauty and brightness. We spoke over the phone to plan everything and the day of the wedding everything went smoothly! His son came as his assistant and did a great job too! He even helped wrangle a wayward 4 legged member of our wedding party who found his way from my getting ready suite to the kitchen!
We love our photos and look forward to displaying them all around our house! Thanks again, Christophe!
Vendor response 01/14/2020
Dear Diana & Daniel, It was a pleasure to be a part of your wedding! Wishing you all the b...
est in life and love, Christophe
Brooke B
5.0
7/28/2019
Christophe photographed our engagement and did a flawless job!! The photos turned out amazing and he had them to us in days. He did a great job of staging it so my fiancé could walk up and know the pictures would be perfect. He put my fiancé at ease prior to the engagement, and was wonderful to walk around with after!
Vendor response 01/14/2020
Thank you so much Brooke! I love reading that you love the photography experience of a da...
y to remember for you and Alex. Best wishes, Christophe
Yuki C
5.0
6/26/2019
Christophe was responsive and attentive from the second I inquired about his services for wedding photography. He was upfront about his price, which I believe is more than reasonable considering the great quality of his work. I cannot stress how talented Christophe is. I'm more than happy with the way my photos turned out. Christophe captured the love between my husband and me, my guests having fun, and small details that I would've overlooked during the rush of the big day. In addition to his amazing photography skills, Christophe is a dream to work with. He is patient and personable. My guests also enjoyed having him around. He goes the extra mile to make sure he gets the perfect shot. Christophe understands how important your wedding is and his genuine care shines through in his photos. Christophe is experienced in wedding photography, knows what he's doing and does it well. You will not be disappointed. Thank you Christophe!
Vendor response 10/07/2019
Hi Yuki & Marc,
Thank you so much for this great review! It was a pleasure working with yo...
u. I wish you the best in life and love, Best always, Christophe
Michelle M
5.0
6/05/2019
Christophe was awesome!! He captured all the memories of my proposal at St Francis Winery. His photos are great and I love sharing them with my family and friends. After the proposal we went around the winery and took photos. We loved that he was willing to checked out the location a few days before and sent my fiancé suggested location since we are from Massachusetts and never visit the winery before. I love our engagement photos. I highly suggest him :)
Vendor response 10/07/2019
Hi Michelle & Anthony,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! It means ...
so much to me. It was wonderful to work with you both,
Best always,
Christophe
Linda R
5.0
1/10/2019
Christophe Genty was the perfect photographer for our special wedding! He was sensitive to our requests for refined, elegant, and flattering, age-appropriate poses, as befitted a wedding couple in their 70's. He has an eye for capturing the expressions of joy and delight of not just the wedding couple, but also in the faces of family and friends who thoroughly rejoiced in our lovely event. Christophe accomplished all of this while remaining unobtrusive and constantly in motion, quietly creating beautiful wedding photos that we absolutely love! I give him my highest recommendation for any event.
Vendor response 01/10/2019
Dear Linda and Mike,
It was a pleasure meeting you and being a part of your beautiful wed...
ding day! You and Mike were a JOY to work with!!!
Best always,
Christophe
Nancy W
5.0
12/27/2018
We found Christophe after our original photographer and friend had to cancel on us last minute. We called him on Thursday for a wedding taking place that Sunday and he was perfectly willing to work with us (not to mention very reasonably priced)! The photos he took were gorgeous and perfect for our extremely small wedding. We're both very happy we found Christophe on such short notice, and are extremely happy with how the photos turned out!
Vendor response 12/27/2018
Dear Nancy & Zoe,
Thank you for taking the time to write this review, it means a lot for m...
e.
It was a pleasure to meeting you and I wish you both the best in life and love.
Best always,
Christophe
Andre L
5.0
12/18/2018
Christophe Gentry is a professional, and he does his career extremely well. There is so much I can say about Christophe as a photographer, and I want to take this moment to say the Universe has given Christophe a very gifted talent with those eyes he has behind the camera.
From the moment we started communicating with Christophe regarding the timeline and all the work that needed to be done. Christophe showed us he more than just a vendor, he's professional, has great humor, and is very personable. From the moment we started that process, all the way up to us receiving our photos he showed us how we expect every vendor should perform.
When we received our photos, I thought Christophe camera had more than the power of capturing photos; the camera brought the photos to life. He was even able to capture over 250 guest in one single shot, ask yourself how that is possible... Christophe captured moments, I honestly believe no other photographer could've possibly captured. What's even better, Christophe was so discreet during every moment no one realized he was there. UNLESS he stopped us for a photo which was very rare, if it wasn't apart the timeline.
Speaking of the timeline, Christophe did a phenomenal job of sticking not only to his timeline (upon arriving at the hotel with his assistant) but also sticking to our wedding venue timeline which all lined up perfectly. So thankful to have had Christophe Genty as our photographer.
Vendor response 12/27/2018
Dear Andre & Alannah,
I loved reading your review! Let me star by saying how happy it make...
me feel that Alannah that I know since she is 7 asked me to be the photographer of your very special day. I truly enjoy seeing you both during your engagement session, and meeting you Andre. Your wedding was a day to remember for sure and I am so happy you love the photos. Wishing you the best in live and love. Best always,
Christophe
Jaime A
5.0
11/15/2018
Christophe shot our engagement pictures as well as our wedding and 5 stars simply aren't enough!
Christophe has incredible attention to detail in meeting requests from us and our guests as well as an uncanny ability to capture the essence of our wedding in such beautiful detail. We were beyond thrilled to receive the final pictures, which are nothing short of magazine cover quality. He shoots in a wide variety of styles which also added different perspectives to each scene. If Christophe is available for your big day, you should book him up as quickly as possible!
Vendor response 12/27/2018
Dear Jaime & Kevin,
Thank you so much to take time to write a review! It was a pleasure an...
d a lot of fun to meet you, sharing beautiful moment of pure joy. Thank you for allow me what I do best, Wishing you the best in life and in love. Warmly,
Christophe
Joanne S
5.0
9/12/2018
Christophe Genty was the photographer for my daughter’s June 2018 wedding in beautiful Sonoma, CA. We could not have chosen anyone better! Christophe’s photos are elegant and inspired. He has the creativity of an artist with the personality and manner of a friend. He not only captured the warmth and beauty of the day, but his vision for use of the surrounding scenery enhanced these memorable photographs. The photography package included an engagement shoot, during which he spent many hours with the couple to get to know them, driving to several different beautiful spots in Napa to create a range of backdrops and moods. On the wedding day he came to two different sites ahead of the event; one to photograph the groom’s getting-ready activities and then to the bride’s cottage for the same. We especially appreciated how seamlessly and collegially he worked side-by-side with the videographer (a separate vendor) in relatively small spaces. Christophe was able to put everyone at ease even as we were all posing for photos. He captured so many beautiful scenes with the bride and groom, taking advantage of the gorgeous scenery at our outdoor vineyard and garden venue. He was flexible and responsive to our requests to capture the guests at all the tables, and for all the combinations of family and friends we desired. In short, he was absolutely lovely to work with. His final product is amazing. The photos are beautifully edited, each one we will treasure for a lifetime. We are truly pleased and would highly recommend Christophe Genty Photography for your wedding.
Vendor response 09/13/2018
Dear Joanne,
It was a pleasure to work with you and to be a part of Sarah & Stephen's beau...
tiful wedding. I know you all put a lot of thoughts into it and I am so glad you love the final product and the all experience!
Best always,
Christophe
Caitlin Q
5.0
8/25/2018
Beautifully captured our special day. I cannot say good enough things about Christophe. We were super nervous booking a photographer for our destination wedding since we would be unable to meet beforehand. Christophe skyped with us several times before the wedding to get to know us and our style. Christophe made us feel very comfortable both leading up to the wedding and the day of. He was professional, enthusiastic, and fun, and all of those traits came through in his photos. Our wedding photos are absolutely stunning and I could not be happier!
Vendor response 08/31/2018
Hi Caitlin & Chris,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a real pleasure to meet ...
you both and to photograph your perfect wedding day! Although you planned it from NY, I don't think it could have turned out better!
Wishing you the best in life and in love,
Best,
Christophe
Jessica H
5.0
8/03/2018
What more could be said about this man's photography. It is done with STYLE and grace, and a perfectionist's eye. His attention to detail is uncanny and he made us feel so comfortable from the moment we met him. We knew we had made the right choice! He knows Napa very well and has plenty of suggestions for locations to shoot. He was always open to suggestions and feedback to produce the best results possible. Wedding's can be stressful and there are a lot of moving parts. But we loved how quick to respond and available he was to answer any questions or concerns and make us feel at ease. Christophe and his assistant Rinzin did an outstanding job from start to finish and was always keeping in touch with every last detail before, during, and after our wedding. After the wedding, I had many comments from friends saying how stealth-like they were as they truly captured the candid moments of our friends and family at the best times without anyone noticing. We are SO happy with the results and they are well beyond what we could've dreamed. Thank you for capturing these moments that will last a lifetime!! We would choose him again and again. Many blessings to you!!
-Jason and Jessica
Vendor response 08/03/2018
Hi Jessica & Jason,
Wow what an amazing review, Thank you so much for your feed back! It's...
been truly a pleasure to get to know both of you, I'm thrilled that you love the work and hope to see you both again next time you're in the area! Best always, Christophe
Taylor S
5.0
7/15/2018
Christophe was wonderful to work with. He was creative, flexible and produced amazing pictures for us. He even helped with some of the planning by coming up with fantastic places for us to walk in for part of our wedding in order to get better pictures. We took pictures before, during and after the wedding and absolutely love all of them, especially the after pictures, where Christophe had us do pictures in different scenic parts of the venue (which he had scoped out beforehand). The end result was a file of beautiful pictures we will cherish forever. We are extremely happy we found Christophe!
Vendor response 08/03/2018
Hi Claire and Taylor,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write about your experience...
. It was truly a pleasure and an honor to meet you both! All the best always, Christophe
Megan T
5.0
3/23/2018
Christophe was wonderful! We ended up with absolutely stunning photos from our wedding. Christophe was always very kind and thoughtful throughout our wedding planning and listened to our requests. I would definitely recommend him!
Vendor response 08/03/2018
Dear Megan and Brandon, Thank you so much for your review! It was so fun to be part of you...
r wedding, I love the sunset bride and groom photos on top of the golf course, such a great memory, Best always, Christophe
Colleen S
5.0
2/19/2018
We had the pleasure of using Christophe and his team for our October wedding. After meeting with a few other photographers, we knew Christophe was the perfect person to capture our special day. Christophe was easy to communicate with, responded to emails almost immediately and answered all of our questions. We loved being able to work with Christophe during our engagement session and get an understanding of how to pose and how we worked together. When we saw how amazing our engagement pictures were, we were so excited for our wedding pictures and knew we selected the right photographer! The day of the wedding, Christophe, his assistant, and the second photographer arrived early and listened and understood what we envisioned. There was not one pictured missed throughout the day. They followed the schedule and made sure every picture we wanted was captured. During our church ceremony, Christophe and team took pictures from different angles, but stayed back and let us enjoy the moment. We had expressed we wanted the reception to be photographed but also wanted to enjoy the time with our guests and not be pulled away for pictures of us. Christophe worked out a schedule to get the pictures of us done during the cocktail hour, and during the reception, he took pictures of us and our guests. At times we forgot Christophe was there, but once again he captured every moment and moments we even missed. Our pictures were edited promptly and we can’t express how happy we are. It was so hard to narrow it down to 100 pictures for our album, as all the pictures were album quality. I can’t say enough about Christophe and recommend him to anyone that needs a wedding photographer!
Vendor response 03/19/2018
Thank you SO MUCH for your wonderful review, it was truly an amazing day! I am so glad tha...
t everything worked out so well and we had time to go on the golf course, those photos turned out so well! Capturing all these special moments is a true blessing, thank you for allowing to do what I do best.
I wish you a life time of happiness and love,
Best always,
Christophe
Linh M