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(139)Best of Weddings (8x).Available for both local and destination weddings & events!
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Eighty Eight Photography is Northeast Ohio's premiere wedding photography headquarters for Cleveland, Akron, Canton and all surrounding areas. We are also available for Destination weddings.
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Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Bridal Portraits
- Day After Session
- Engagement
- Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
- Digital Files
- Film Photography
- Online Proofing
- Photo
- Printed Enlargements
- Printed Proofs
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Classic
- Documentary
- Dramatic
- Lifestyle
- Modern
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
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First off, Sam and his team are all incredibly talented at what they do. Somehow each and every one of them manage to be the ultimate professionals, and yet also the greatest bunch of guys you’d ever be lucky enough to hang out with.
Trusting Eighty Eight Photo to handle our wedding photography and videography was the best decision my wife and I made, when planning our wedding.
In today’s world, you don’t always get what you pay for, but with Sam and Eighty Eight, your investment will return to you, stunning and creative lifelong memories of your wedding day.
I would not hesitate to recommend Sam to anyone looking to capture a special event in their life.
He is incredibly easy to communicate with, adaptable to any situation or circumstance that may arise, and last but not least, actually GREAT at his job.
Thank you again to Sam, DJ, and Matt for capturing our wedding day.
Sam is such an amazing and talented photographer! He has a very unique style and captured our wedding day perfectly! He is a great and super fun person to be around and creates a comfortable environment when taking pictures. I am obsessed with the engagement and wedding photos he took for us and would absolutely recommend him to anyone!
Hiring Eighty Eight Photo was the best wedding vendor decision we made for the whole wedding! They were always so fast with responding to my questions leading up to the big day and they even helped us make our timeline for the wedding day. Both photographers were wonderful to spend the day with and I had numerous friends and family tell me after the event how much they loved our photographers. They finished editing the final pictures for us way faster than I expected and I could not be happier with them, they are perfect. This was the best photography choice, you absolutely cannot go wrong with Eighty Eight Photo!
Eighty eight photography was hands down was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! From our engagement photos to the actual wedding Sam and his team were amazing to work with. They have an amazing attention to detail as well as so much patience and truly just all being so helpful with the entire process! The photos turned out absolutely perfect and we couldn't be happier!
Sam is without a doubt the best person to photograph your wedding, or anything you want to be captured really. He’s become our friend and family photographer, and we couldn’t have had such a perfect day without him. He’s fantastic to work with, helps think of things I would never have about how to capture the day, and brings smiles and laughter to the whole experience. We booked Sam before we even booked a wedding venue, he’s that irreplaceable. Not to mention his photos are breathtaking. He’s able to capture the tender and special moments, the fun of the reception, and create some really beautiful and artistic shots. If you’re wondering if you should, BOOK HIM!
We couldn’t be happier with the photos from our wedding! Sam from Eighty Eight Photography was an absolute dream to work with. He was so friendly and easygoing, which made us feel relaxed and comfortable throughout the whole day. When we lost power, Sam went with the flow and kept everyone calm and collected, making sure everything still ran smoothly. He really captured our easygoing nature and all the laughter that made our day so special. Every moment was photographed perfectly without ever feeling intrusive, and the photos are stunning! His creativity and attention to detail truly blew us away. If you want a photographer who feels like a friend and delivers beautiful memories, we can’t recommend Sam at Eighty Eight Photography enough.
We recently had the pleasure of working with Sam and his incredible team at Eighty-Eight Photo for our wedding, and we can't express enough how exceptional our experience was! From the very first consultation, Sam’s professionalism and passion for photography were evident. He took the time to listen to our vision and preferences, ensuring that he understood exactly what we wanted for our special day.
On the wedding day itself, Sam and his team were nothing short of amazing. They arrived early to capture the preparations, blending seamlessly into the background while still managing to capture all the important moments. Their friendly demeanor put us and our guests at ease, allowing for natural and candid shots that truly represent the joy of the day.
What impressed us most was Sam’s keen eye for detail. He captured not just the big moments—like our first look, the ceremony, and the reception—but also the little things that made our day unique. The emotions, the laughter, and even the quiet moments were all beautifully documented. Each photograph tells a story, and we are thrilled with how he encapsulated the spirit of our wedding.
In addition to his technical skills, Sam’s creativity really shone through in the posed shots. He suggested various locations and angles that we hadn’t even considered, resulting in stunning images that we will treasure for a lifetime. His ability to adapt to different lighting conditions and environments is truly impressive.
After the wedding, the turnaround time for our photos was remarkably quick. When we received the final gallery, we were blown away by the quality and artistry of the images. It was clear that each photo had been thoughtfully edited and curated.
We wholeheartedly recommend Eighty-Eight Photo to anyone in search of a talented photographer for their wedding or special event. Sam and his team go above and beyond to ensure that your memories are captured beautifully. Thank you, Sam, for your hard work and dedication in making our day unforgettable!
I cannot say enough good things about eighty eight photo! The staff is so professional, yet so fun at the same time.
Sam took a lot of time with us before the wedding to discuss every detail for the day of, leaving the day flawless and stress free.
It was so nice having the option of two photographers so that the morning of Sam could capture all the fun and excitement of my best friends and I getting ready, while his assistant DJ did the same for my husband.
The reality is, most people don’t like taking pictures. When I tell you everyone in my bridal party had so much fun, I’m not exaggerating. Sam really has a way with making you feel comfortable and he kept us laughing the entire time. This really showed through in all of our pictures- the smiles were genuine!
Moving on to really the most important part, the actual photos. PERFECTION. Each one is so unique and beautiful. The creativity that went into some of the pictures was amazing. Sam truly is able to take any backdrop you give him and make it beautiful. Every picture is breathtaking.
We also booked eighty eight photo for our videography. Again, the staff was wonderful! The way the entire team works together is awesome, it’s like they all move in sync with each other so that you aren’t repeating the same thing over and over. Which on wedding day, trust me, means a lot. They really know how to capture every part of a moment. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Sam and his team! I’ll definitely be recommending them to everyone I know.
Sam Comandatore at Eighty Eight Photo was the absolute perfect choice for our wedding! He was professional, good-tempered despite the extreme heat, and shot the most amazing photos at our venue, 1885 Farms!
Sam requested to move the sofa and vintage truck into the shade, which helped immensely with our comfort levels in our outdoor photos. He stayed light-hearted and fun at all times, and captured every important moment stunningly.
I love his dramatic style, and he knows what he is doing with lighting and timing. I couldn't be happier with our photos and recommend Eighty Eight Photo to anyone who wants gorgeous coverage of their day! Best. Investment. Ever.
We cannot recommend Eighty Eighty Photography enough—choosing Sam and the team for our wedding was seriously the best decision we ever made! From start to finish, Sam Comandatore and his team were such a joy to get to know and work with. My new husband Zak and I live in Ireland (we grew up in the Midwest) and got married at the Metropolitan at the 9’s in Cleveland on June 7.
We actually didn’t even meet Sam in person until our wedding day, but thanks to our great conversations and planning via Zoom meetings beforehand, it really felt like we were already friends when we finally met. This made our whole wedding day so fun and easy! Sam makes every step of planning your wedding photography a breeze—his blog and website are so detailed and helpful, especially for us planning our wedding from an entire country away!
Sam and the team pour their hearts and care into ensuring each couple feels special, happy, and comfortable, and it truly shows. On our wedding day, Sam made everyone laugh and feel at ease with his engaging stories and wonderful sense of humor. Several family members even asked if Zak and I knew him personally because he blended in so seamlessly and made everyone feel so comfortable in front of the camera.
And he’s so professional too! Zak and I were blown away by the team’s skill and dedication on our wedding day—they’re truly experts at their craft and pay so much attention to all the little details that make up each photo. I couldn’t be more thankful for how they took such great care of us and captured all the little moments of our wedding day with such finesse and care. Zak told me later that he didn’t even notice most of the time before the ceremony and reception when they were taking pictures or filming—they really do such a great job of capturing the day in a way that isn’t intrusive at all.
Sam and the team completely blew us away with every single picture. They got so many photos and previews back to us even within the day! We had never had our pictures professionally taken before, and when Sam showed us our first one, we were astounded by his ability to create such stunning photos of us. We loved Sam’s portfolio online and the unique and outstanding style his photos had, and the photos we got back met and exceeded the high bar that his portfolio presents. It was really cool seeing some of these incredibly creative shots starring us! All our guests have been non-stop saying how amazing our photographer was and how our wedding photos are the best they’ve ever seen!
And we got the photos back so fast. Like, I’m almost concerned for Sam with the turnaround time 😂. The dedication and commitment he took to our project CANNOT be understated.
I couldn’t recommend Sam and the team at Eighty Eighty Photography enough for the most amazing photos and videos you’ll ever see of yourself, your family, and your friends. Our experience with them was genuinely so special, and we’ll never forget their kindness, passion, and ability to create the most stunning works of art we’ve ever seen, capturing all the love, joy, and happiness of our wedding day.
We met Sam at a bridal fair and discussed with him the challenges of shooting in our low-light wedding venue. At our first appointment, he immediately made us feel at ease and we just clicked. Seeing his portfolio made us even more confident that he was the best choice for us. We had very high expectations and Sam and DJ managed to surpass every one of them. Photography the day of the wedding was relaxed but still on schedule. We loved the suggestions for areas of our venue to shoot and the creativity used to set up images superior to others we have seen. The results are spectacular. We would highly recommend them for any event
We hired Sam for our daughter’s wedding based on the many wonderful reviews we read about him in our community Facebook group. We are so happy that we did! He did a wonderful job from planning to engagement photos to the actual wedding day. His photographs are a terrific blend of artistic shots with traditional shots. Plus, he is absolutely fantastic to work with and very personable. Of all the vendors we hired, he is my absolute favorite! I highly recommend!
Sam and the staff at Eighty Eight were absolutely wonderful. Not only did they capture every moment from our special day, but their creativity went above and beyond our expectations. We could not be happier with our photos.
They were on-time, extremely professional and wonderful to work with. I would recommend them to everyone!! Thank you Sam and Shawn!!
Choosing Sam as our wedding photographer was the easiest wedding decision we made. There is a reason why this company maintains a flawless rating. Sam and DJ made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. And not only did they capture breathtaking moments, but they provided invaluable resources that aided us in planning our day. Sam has blog posts covering all things wedding-related, which provided us advice and inspiration along the way. What truly was amazing was the swift turnaround time for our photos. Within 3 weeks, Sam presented us with a collection of images that exceeded our wildest expectations.
Without hesitation, we wholeheartedly recommend Sam to anyone seeking not just a professional photographer, but an artist who turns your wedding into a visual masterpiece.
Wedding planning causing 99 problems? Eighty Eight Photo won't be one of them! In fact, Sam was one of the first and BEST vendor choices we made for our November wedding. Sam showed a genuine interest in our story so his team could capture our personalities and our day. He made the process comfortable and light hearted (while fixing my grinch face, thank you) and the engagement shoot is a day we will not soon forget. If you want artistic formals, you HAVE to get a second shooter... Mark was invaluable lurking in the bushes and playing with sunlight! We cannot thank or recommend Eighty Eight Photo enough for the flexibility, professionalism, and energy they brought to the day... they are worth every penny. EIGHTY EIGHT STARS
I worked with Sam from Eighty Eight Photography on a mutual client’s fall wedding. He did a fabulous job of capturing their beautiful day by helping them feel relaxed and at ease using humor and laughter to make the photography portion of the day fun and enjoyable for all the bridal party. I highly recommend Sam, he is fun, genuine, and someone you will enjoy having around you on your special day, a definite must since you will spend most of your wedding day with your photographer. I was able to see the finished photos of the wedding and they all looked fabulous!
Book this guy, you won’t be disappointed,
Amy Ixos, Wedding Planner & Coordinatior
Cherished Designs & Event Planning LLC
My wife and I were referred to Eighty Eight Photo by another photographer. It was divine intervention because hiring Sam and his crew at Eighty Eight Photo was the best decision we made for our wedding. First off let's talk about why you would hire a photographer in the first place...the photos/videos. Sam is an artist. Trust him when he tells you to pose a certain way. Our photos were amazing and people watch our highlight video every time they come over. I haven't had a single person not tell me they wish they had a video like that. They make the wedding day easy. They keep you on schedule without rushing and somehow manage to take great video and photos without you even realizing they were there working. Most of all, Sam and his crew were very professional and fun to work with. Having them at the wedding felt like having more family there. I highly recommend Eighty Eight Photo. If my wife and I had to redo our wedding day and we only got to keep one thing the same it would be booking Eighty Eight Photo.
Sam and DJ were with us for the entire day. They made the planning process a breeze and helped us through all the phases. Sam brought a relaxed, calm and friendly presence that made it easy for us and our guests to mesh with. The photos came back SO QUICK. Everyone was surprised - and they look amazing.
I cannot express how happy we are that EightyEight was with us on our wedding day and they were able to capture the entire day beautifully.
We had an amazing experience with Sam throughout the entire process. I absolutely recommend him for any photo shoot you have in mind. He has a creative eye for dramatic and artistic photos, which was exactly what I was looking for. He was so easy to work with and really listened to what I envisioned and he not only made it come to life, he added much more I didn’t know I needed. As a person who is not comfortable in front of a camera, Sam made it feel fun and effortless putting me at ease the entire time and making me laugh. My biggest fear for my wedding was how would look in photos, and Sam nailed it making me look and feel beautiful. I was grateful for his direction during the shoot and his ability to spot the perfect places for the best photos. I would also recommend the second photographer, DJ, who was amazing and having the extra person ensures every moment was captured. It is very obvious he loves his work and it shows in the final product.
Sam was very helpful and easy to work with. He made the process of our wedding day extremely easy. He was helpful in finding locations for our photos, but more importantly made us feel comfortable throughout the day. The pictures that he took were incredible. They were a mixture of classic photos as well as more artistic photos which was exactly what we wanted. Could not recommend him enough!!
I cannot say enough great things about my experience with Sam and his team at Eighty-Eight Photo! We had a fantastic experience, from start to finish. First, Sam was one of the only vendors I worked with throughout the entire process of planning my wedding who consistently followed up with me, despite my occasional scatter-brain and lack of response because of the complete overwhelm of planning a wedding. He also answered all of my questions (and there were a lot) timely and thoroughly. It was also very important to me to find a photographer that I could trust, who was knowledgeable in their work and the Cleveland area. Sam constantly came back with fantastic suggestions when stuck on items such as places to take pictures with a 20+ person bridal party in the middle of winter in Ohio. If you have it in your budget, I would 100% recommend splurging on the second photographer. Sam and his team were able to capture all the important pictures while being able to play around with angles and use their creativity to capture some fantastic pictures I would have never been able to dream of! Finally, we got our photos and videos back at record speed (getting married during off season definitely helped with this part) and he has continued working with my family since for printing and books. I will definitely be going back to Eighty-Eight for future family photo needs!
Our experience with them was 10/10. From our initial communication to our first meeting, engagement pictures, week of meeting and wedding day, Sam and his team are top notch. They are extremely fun to be around and make you feel very comfortable but most importantly deliver amazing images. We loved both our engagement and wedding photos and couldn’t have asked for better communication or professionalism. They are masters at their craft and I had absolutely no fear or hesitation hiring them. It’s an even better feeling when a friendship develops out of hiring a vendor. Can’t thank Sam and his team enough.
Sam with Eighty Eight Photo photographed our engagement session and our wedding day. We can not say enough wonderful things about our experience! From our initial consultation meeting, we immediately knew that Sam puts his heart and soul into the work that he does, taking care to really get to know us as a couple. In the planning process, Sam offered us great tips and tricks to help our wedding day run as smoothly as possible. His expertise and experience are evident in the work that he does. Sam knows how to capture the joy of the day in stunningly artistic ways. We would recommend Eighty Eight Photo over and over again to any couple looking for not only amazing photos but a seamless vendor experience.
Sam was PHENOMENAL! If you want a photographer that does it all, you need Eighty Eight Photography. We wanted a mix of dramatic indoor pieces, natural outdoor moments, and candids and Sam captured them all and way better than we could have even imagined. My husband and I are not used to posing for pictures, but Sam made us feel comfortable with his great personality and creative instruction. His kindness and adaptability started at the first meeting, allowing us to meet over zoom since we lived far away. He really gets to know you as a couple so that he can capture what is most important to you. These qualities carried out to the day of the wedding and he put both of us at ease with his organization and ideas. In addition, he is DEDICATED, willing to stand in the rain for the perfect picture. Not only did he exceed expectations on the day of the wedding, he then got pictures back to us way faster than we expected! If we could give him a higher rating than the 5/5 stars, we would. We LOVED Sam!!!
From the very beginning, working with Eighty Eight felt so effortless. Sam walked us through everything with ease and even helped us to set the foundation of our day-of timeline. He was honest with us from the start and always had our best interest at heart. We knew we loved the style of their photography so we let Sam and DJ have creative freedom with the photos on our wedding day and the results were mind blowing. Even their methods of getting candid shots by playing games and telling jokes made the sessions that much more enjoyable. On top of their amazing work, their professionalism, kindness and ability to handle whatever was thrown at them was incredible. So much so, that our bridal party and guests could not say enough about Sam and DJ. They were always in the action, capturing everything they could. Weddings take an overwhelming amount of planning and it was so wonderful to feel completely taken care of with the Eighty Eight team there. We are beyond grateful to Sam and DJ for the best wedding photo experience. Much love to their team!
Sam is incredible! He did our wedding in July, and he delivered incredible photos quickly, acted with such professionalism, and made the entire night more fun & memorable!
My mother-in-law takes a lot of photos and knows about wedding photography, so when we were looking for a photographer, she had high expectations. Sam checked every box and went above and beyond what she imagined!
Sam was very genial and friendly with my husband & me as well as our guests. He was flexible and rolled with whatever happened on the hectic day! He was also helpful with following the timeline and making sure things stayed on track. He kept the energy high and got great candid shots of us and our family and friends.
My husband & I cherish the photos and can't wait to look back on them as the years go on!
In the lead up to the wedding, he was very communicative and helpful, providing us tips for creating our timeline and ensuring things would go smoothly. On the day, he showed up early and stayed long into the party. Although he promises photos within 2 months, we got them only one week later!! While I can't promise that expedited timeline always, I know Sam works diligently to provide his clients his best!
My husband & I cherish his photos and can't wait to look back on them as the years go on!
Sam and his team did an amazing job with our wedding photos! We love how they turned out. They are also fun to be around and help you relax. Sam was very helpful throughout the entire process. He helps you plan out a timeline for the wedding day and is very accommodating. We highly recommend you use them for your special day!!
Sam and his second photographer, DJ, made my wedding day insanely more enjoyable. In addition to helping us put together a day of timeline, they were professional, on time, and the photographs speak for themselves. Sam is equally funny as he is a good photographer and made taking photos a breeze for someone who isn't exactly comfortable in front of the camera.
Sam and Mark were amazing! So fun to work with, they both captured so many awesome moments that will never be forgotten!!! If you want a photographer you can trust book with eighty eight photo, I promise they will exceed your expectations!
Phenomenal work.
Sam and the rest of Eighty Eight Photo made our wedding day effortless and so much fun. Our pictures capture the beautiful moments and memories from our big day and are so much more than the typical wedding pictures. They are flexible and inventive and creative. The absolute best decision we made!
Sam and his team at Eighty Eight Photo are phenomenal. Their work speaks for itself. Not only do they take excellent photographs of your biggest occasions, but Sam is very fun to work with. Worth every penny. Could not recommend more highly.
15/10 - Absolutely recommend! Sam was amazing to work with. A friend had used him for their wedding so when it came to planning my own wedding I knew I wanted to consider him. What I quickly realized is that there wasn't anything to consider. He was so communicative, easy to work with, and really helped make our day the best that it possibly could. He was extremely flexible the day of when we had to change some of our plans last minute and was beyond accommodating. He was able to capture moments without us even realized he was there! I cannot say enough good things about Sam and Eighty Eight Photography.
Sam and his team were fantastic to work with! The first time we met with him, we had such a blast getting to know each other and discussing our vision that we didn't even know almost 2 hours had passed. That alone let us know that he was the right fit for our wedding. When it comes to actually shooting the photos, he has a great vision for beautiful and artistic shots. Not only that, but his fun personality and openness allows for the opportunity for goofy/experimental shots. He had a quick turnaround time for the photos and we couldn't be happier with the quality. You can't go wrong with Eighty Eight Photography!
OMG Eighty Eight Photo is awesome!!! They take the time to talk to you and understand what you want. They capture everything from start to finish and if there is a picture you want you just tell them and it is done. The photos are amazing, I am having a challenge figuring out which ones I want in my Album. I even had guests comment on how friendly they were. Pictures mean a lot to my family and they nailed it. Thanks for a fun time and wonderful pictures. I would highly recommend them for your event.
We booked Eighty Eight Photo for our October wedding at Gervasi Vineyards and were extremely pleased. Sam was very good at communicating with us leading up to the wedding. There were great discussions where we shared our expectations with him and he provided feedback based on his experience. With clear expectations on both sides, the wedding day went very smooth and on schedule. Sam and Mark were wonderful with the wedding party and our family, joking around and making everyone feel at ease. Admittedly, we are a couple who does not like to be in front of the camera and Sam helped us make the whole experience our own; he kept us comfortable and allowed us to be ourselves, while taking his own creative liberties! He also got our photos back to us in record time, less than 2 weeks after the wedding! Top notch customer service from start to finish and overall a pleasure to work with, both personally and professionally.
If I could give 10 stars, I would.
Hiring Sam to photograph my wedding was probably the single best choice I could have made. Memorializing the day was very important to my husband and I and we searched long and hard for the right style and overall experience. Sam hit the target every single time. His portfolios stood out to us among the sea of studios and we could not have been happier with the outcome. My wedding photos are timeless, colorful, and full of joy. His 2nd photographer, Shawn was also excellent. The two of them kept everyone smiling all day.
I also appreciated the genuine effort Sam has made to get to know my husband and I. We had several planning meetings as well as an engagement shoot (which I highly recommend to help prep for the big day!) and it was so obvious Sam cared about every little detail.
I know as my family grows, I’ll be returning to Eighty Eight Photo for albums and Christmas cards for years to come. Thank you, Sam!
Sam did our wedding and was absolutely fantastic. He is so funny, caring, and easy to work with. He ensures that he captures all that you want and the photos turned out beautifully. He truly felt like a part of our family at the end and I’d recommend him to anyone!!
10/10 guy and quality. You truly get your moneys worth. You’d make a mistake if you don’t chose Sam for your special day! He’s the best :)
Sam did an amazing job working with us to make our wedding even better. He gave us great photo location recommendations and did an excellent job on our photos. I couldn't ask for a better photographer.
Sam’s skills are unmatched. He worked his ass off all day and had to manage dealing with a large wedding party and a bride and groom that aren’t very good at following a timeline :) He really made us feel really comfortable and got the most incredible shots on our wedding day. We are so happy!!
We came across Eighty Eight Photos during one of the Today's Bride wedding shows at the IX-Center in January 2022. Let me tell you, hiring Eighty Eight Photos was the absolutely the BEST decision my husband and I could have ever made to capture our wedding day experience!
Before we hired Eighty-Eight to capture our big day, we met with Sam, lead photographer. We really appreciated that because it provided us an opportunity to connect with Sam, ask questions, and to see some of his previous work. From the moment we sat down on his couch, there was an instant connection! Sam was very professional. He had a list of questions on his screen that he asked us to ensure he understood our vision. We were also very grateful for this experience because Sam is so personable and funny! We had a really great time at his studio! I mean, we had such a great conversation that my husband and I were at his studio for over two hours! Sam took the time to filter our questions, set us at ease, and treated us as if we knew him for years.
After we hired Eighty-Eight to be our photographer, we were given a client portal to access our contract, quotes, and a questionnaire to further explore the vision of our big day. The process was simple, easy to navigate, and it helped us get a true understanding of what we wanted. It didn’t just stop with a questionnaire! About a month before our wedding, we met with Sam again at his studio to go over the timeline of the day (which he took time to create) and expectations. I mean the man literally covered all bases to make us feel comfortable, confident, and peaceful going into our big day. We had ZERO STRESS about our media team and I’m telling you, it’s because Sam made things so simple!
We decided to go with the Platinum package, which included two photographers, FULL DAY COVERAGE, print release to edited photos, an online gallery AND USB drive, and a 12 x 8 Leather layflat album! It was the best decision we could have ever made! Sam worked with me (the bride) and my ladies to capture us getting ready while Larry (the incredible second photographer) worked with my husband and his groomsman to capture them getting ready. It was truly the dream team! They both showed up early, in great spirits, ready to work! I was so impressed! They were engaged and made everyone feel at ease. Sam and Larry have a gift! And they certainly brought their gifts to our wedding day! Speaking of our wedding day, IT WAS AMAZING and we are SOOOO IMPRESSED with the turnout of our photos! It was everything we wanted and more! And if you’re not blown away yet, how about this….we were expecting to get our photos back in 4 to 6 weeks because that’s what we heard from other couples. But not Eighty Eight photos, we got our photos back THE NEXT WEEK! I mean, wow!!! Sam and Larry, with tears of joy in my eyes, thank you again for an incredible experience!!
And if you are a couple in the process of searching for a photographer, let me tell you, Eighty Eight Photo is THE CHOICE!! My great aunt used to always tell me, “you get what you pay for.” We are proud to say Eighty Eight Photo was worth literally every cent we paid. In fact, they are worth soooo much more!!! We received phenomenal service, incredible photos, great conversations, and hopefully, a lifelong friendship. Eighty Eight Photo may be a small business, but they leave big impressions! I promise you will not be disappointed and will be just as blown away as we are!
Signed, Mr. & Mrs. George
If you haven’t booked this photographer yet, do so, YESTERDAY. Not only are his photos beautiful…when I tell you he made the whole time fun and relaxing, that’s honestly an understatement. My fiancé and I were constantly laughing because he was just a fun time! We cannot wait for our beautiful photos.
Sam is a wonderful photographer! We absolutely love the way our photos turned out, he was able to capture all the fun and important moments of our special day in the most beautiful way!
I would recommend Sam and his team to anyone who needs a photographer and videographer. His whole team was a pleasure to work with and really fit in with the vibe of our wedding. They got every shot we asked for and more!
Booking eighty eight photography was the best decision I made! Not only was Sam and his team fun to work with but he was also super professional and knew exactly how to implement his (and my) vision. He was able to capture our wedding day perfectly!
Sam and his team made our wedding experience SO enjoyable, and they captured every moment of the day perfectly. Our pictures turned out amazing. Sam has excellent communication throughout the planning process as well as the day of, and was flexible to include everything we were hoping for. Would recommend to everyone!!!!!
Sam is amazing! He was so much fun to work with before, during and after our wedding! He made what could have easily been a stressful experience so fun with his humor and great communication. The pictures came back faster than we expected and are absolutely beautiful! I have been so excited to show everyone how perfect they are! His pricing is great and again definitely worth the experience he provides! LOVE Eighty Eight Photo!!
Sam and his team deserve more credit than I can even speak to. He was fantastic in planning, being available for questions and changes, absolutely amazing on the day of and still incredibly attentive and responsive after the wedding. Sam is extremely experienced and knowledgeable. On the wedding day I was stress free knowing our timeline was in his hands and I could trust him to capture our day and stay on time. Sam was fun and easy going and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. He immediately made connections and friends with all of us upon entering. Throughout the day he was super sun. Sam had our photos ready in a little over a week. Insane. He had me in the office to chat with and talk about our event. He truly loves what he does and cares about his clients. All of my bridal party commented on how he was the best photographer they've ever seen. Not only is his personality a winner but so is his work. Our pictures are fabulous and we have SO many from all parts of our day! Would hire him again in a heartbeat for any project involving photography/film.
Sam is amazing!! I cannot say enough good things about him and his team. He was so easy to work with and made our wedding day so fun. Our pictures turned out incredible and Sam was able to get them back to us so quickly because of his hard work and dedication to his clients! We got such unique and special shots in addition to your traditional wedding photos. I would highly recommend having Sam be apart of your special day to capture all the magic.
Sam and Kris did an absolutely amazing job! They captured all of our moments and made our wedding pictures such a fun experience! We hate getting our pictures taken but they made it so easy and effortless and really helped us get our genuine smiles out. They were great with my crazy last minute requests and our long list of family pictures. Not only did they put up with our crazy group but got phenomenal pictures along the way! They captured our love and craziness perfectly. We can not recommend Eighty Eight photography enough!
Overall, we cannot recommend Eighty Eight Photo and Sam enough! Having wonderful wedding pictures that we could look at for years to come was one of our biggest desires throughout our wedding process and Sam far surpassed all our expectations and dreams. From our very first meeting, Sam was a pleasure to work with and was very attentive to the type and style of pictures that we were hoping for and had great input into picture locations. Sam’s attention to detail, establishing a timeline for our wedding day, and coordination with our limo bus driver allowed us to have a stress-free wedding day because we knew Sam and his team would deliver amazing pictures. Throughout our reception, we heard countless comments from our family and guests about how nice the photographers were and how attentive they were in capturing the best moments of the evening. They even coordinated with the MOB during the reception to capture additional group photos she wanted of family and friends. And if that wasn’t enough, Sam had our pictures available for viewing in a matter of days which allowed us to have our first look at them during the final days of our honeymoon which was the perfect way to end it! Overall, we are very grateful that we found Eighty Eight Photo and are truly appreciative for every Sam and his team did to make our day so memorable!
My husband and I were planning a wedding near Cleveland, Ohio while I was a 12-hour drive away. I am from Cleveland and we wanted to get married where it was the most convenient for the largest number of guests. Sam was extremely accommodating! He was willing to Skype and email with us for everything. We did not meet him face-to-face until the wedding day. With that said, I never once worried about the quality of service given how much work he put in so I could plan from so far away. Sam went to the venue before the wedding so he could scope out possible locations for pictures. We had our ceremony and reception at a golf course. My husband and I had never been on the golf course and had no idea where to even begin. We are so glad we trusted Sam! Our pictures could not look better! I also am really glad we trusted Sam with where to stand. There were times he would ask, "how comfortable are you standing in tall grass" or "are you willing to go out in the rain?" Those are some of my favorite pictures (although I warned him I would scream if a bug got on me while in the grass...). Sam is also extremely kind and friendly. He makes jokes and has fun while taking pictures. Pictures are stressful; you are exhausted two hours into them, but need to keep going. He made the whole experience fun! We could not be more grateful! (P.S. I did not upload the pictures as I do not have the final ones yet, just the ones online with the watermark.)
Sam was an amazing photographer to work with! Not only did he and Eddie make our wedding day photos go as smooth as possible, they took beautiful shots that we can cherish for the rest of our lives. My husband and I aren't used to getting our photos taken, but Sam kept us laughing and our smiles genuine. Definitely recommend Eighty Eight Photo to others!
The best! Sam and team are super fun, friendly and professional. I loved the versatility of the shots that they took. They checked all the boxes when it came to capturing more formal pictures, but included fun, artistic shots at well! We are so happy; couldn't have been more perfect!
Sam is the absolute BEST! I have now had the privilege of working with him for not only my own wedding but for our engagement photos and my brothers’s wedding. He has become part of our family and makes everyone feel that way from the time he meets them. Sam makes everything fun and the photos he takes are nothing short of incredible! The process was so easy with him and our guests had a blast as he stayed to capture the late night dancing. When we were booking our wedding, he was the first person we called to make sure he was available on that day. I can’t wait to book our next big event with Sam!
I couldn’t have asked for a nicer, more professional photographer. Sam & Mark both are friendly, funny & fantastic. They make your special day even more special And the photos captured everything I could’ve hoped for
Sam made the entire process so easy from start to finish. He got a ton of compliments from my bridal party for being super fun yet still extremely professional.
While our day was nothing short of amazing, working with Sam from Eight-Eight Photo made it something we will not soon forget! Having Sam around was like having another family member around for our day, and we wouldn’t have had it any other way! He was always there to help with anything we needed, even if we didn’t realize we needed it. He also seemed to connect with all of our family and friends, leaving people complimenting him on how sweet and down to earth he was following our wedding! All of our guests loved Sam and couldn’t get enough!
Sam was also INCREDIBLY patient with us (mainly the bride because for some reason the groom is a natural) and guided us on how to pose but also made it so much fun! It just seemed like a bunch of friends and family having fun! The photos he captured are out of this world and more than we could have ever dreamed of! We can’t thank Sam and Eighty-Eight Photo enough for capturing all the memories and love shared between us, our family, and all of our friends at our wedding! Thank you for being AMAZING! WE LOVE YOU!!!
Sam was the absolute BEST. From our initial conversation before booking him, we absolutely knew he was the photographer we wanted to capture our day. He just wanted to get to know us and see if we were a good fit for each other rather than just trying to sell his business. Sam was incredibly responsive to all of our questions leading up to the big day and talked us through how we could expect the day to go. On the wedding day Sam (and Edric - you HAVE to get two photographers and hope for him!!) kept everything running smoothly, never made us feel rushed, and kept everyone entertained and comfortable. He took all of our requested photos, but also set up some super creative shots that we are SO excited to see. Just looking at a couple shots on his camera got us so giddy. We got rave reviews from our parents and wedding party about Sam as well. He is the BEST and we can't recommend him enough!
We love Eighty Eight photo! They did our engagement photos and wedding day photos. Both sessions of pictures came out better than we imagined! Sam really takes time to get to know you as a couple and makes you feel comfortable when taking pictures. I would recommend Sam and his team to everyone I know who needs a photographer!
We recently used EightyEight Photo for our wedding in June 2021 and had the best experience! We originally spoke with several photographers to decide who was the best fit for us. Sam spent 45 minutes with us just getting to know us and telling us about himself, we felt like he really cared about making sure we had a great wedding day and loved our photos. From there things only got better. Sam was always incredibly responsive anytime we had questions. He also photographed our engagement photos which we were super nervous about. He made us feel super comfortable and made the whole process so easy. He spent a ton of time with us and got our photos back to us crazy fast, and of course we loved them all. He made our wedding day photos smooth and simple, there was no added stress surrounding photos, and we ended up with absolutely beautiful photos that captured us and our special day perfectly. We also used EightyEight for our videographer and had just as great an experience with that. Their whole team was so much fun to work with on our wedding day. They not only captured our ceremony and reception entirely, they also made us a beautiful 3 minute highlight video. This was so great because you don't always have time to watch hours of video when you just want to relive that special day, this highlight was a perfect glimpse into the whole day and was great to share with friends and family. We would absolutely recommend EightyEight, the high quality photos and service is totally worth every penny!
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