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Eivan's Photo & Video is a wedding videography and photography house in Mokena, IL. With a professionalism and talent second to none, they will capture the magic of the day in all its glory.Â
Their commitment to you is apparent in their willingness to not overbook themselves on the day and work additional hours if needed. They are also available to shoot an engagement session. In addition to building rapport, it can yield fantastic save-the-dates and thank-you cards. Photos can be made available in different formats as well, including albums, prints, and digital files.
From contemporary to natural to photojournalistic to vintage, Eivan's Photo & Video is well-versed in different photography styles. This means, whatever your vision is, they will be able to reproduce it down to the minutest detail. They also have packages designed to meet your every need. With over three decades of experience, who would you rather have covering your special day?
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4.4
out of 5.0224 reviews
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Kristine W
4.0
11/27/2023
We had Diego as our photographer and Hamjat as our videographer. They were both great! Diego did a great job making us feel comfortable and getting all the shots we wanted while even adding his own flare. The only thing I would say that I didn't like is when you're filling out forms in the beginning you go through a list of photographers and videographers you'd like to worth with. We gave several names of our top choices but did not receive anyone on our list so we didn't get the point of doing that. Also you don't speak to/meet with your photographer/videographer until a few weeks before the wedding which makes it difficult especially when you're trying to plan things with other vendors. Lastly, you don't get your pictures (not even 1) until 3-10 weeks after the wedding which is a bit of wide time frame.
Vendor response 12/01/2023
Thank you very much for your feedback, Kristine! We are glad to hear that Diego and Hamjat...
did an amazing job on your special day.
We understand the importance of having specific photographers and videographers that feel like a perfect fit. We apologize that you didn't receive anyone from your list - we strive to match couples with their top choices whenever possible. Finally, regarding the time frame for receiving pictures after a wedding day, we deliver within 3-10 weeks to ensure quality standards are met.
Let us know if there's anything else you need and if there is anything we can do to make your experience more enjoyable. We strive for customer satisfaction and would love to help whenever possible. Thank you again for giving us the opportunity to serve you!
Megan R
5.0
8/03/2020
Eivan's provided excellent service for photography and videography at a price that could not be beat in the Pittsburgh area. We were so pleased with both Ty and Anthony, and cannot wait to see our pictures and video when they come in. I would recommend them to anyone!!
Vendor response 08/04/2020
Congratulations Megan & Alexander,
Thank you both for taking the time out of your busy da...
y to showcase your Eivan's experience: "Eivan's provided excellent service...at a price that could not be beat...I would recommend them to anyone!!" It was our pleasure to be apart of your special day. Your appreciation for your team, Ty and Anthony, has been shared with our Events Department as well. We're thrilled that our Expressions Photo & Video Package (value of $1,999) was able to capture all your needs and wants. As this package, as well as any of our other packages we offer, are designed to provide you with superb services at an affordable price! With possibilities of upgrading and customizing to your wants and needs at a later date. Thank you both, Megan & Alexander, for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Sincerely,
Helen A.
Eivan's Photo & Video
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Melissa C
5.0
5/24/2018
Eivan's was very professional, focused, and committed. They came to the wedding and we didn't have to do a thing. They knew all the best poses and suggested so many great ideas and this made our wedding day so relaxing and enjoyable. The photos look amazing and our main photographer Klaus was on point the whole day. The results were stunning images and memories that we will be able to cherish forever!
Vendor response 05/25/2018
Greetings Melissa!
Thank you so much for your nice words! It is wonderful to hear that yo...
u enjoyed using our services for your special day. Our favorite part of what we do is having the opportunity of working with wonderful brides, such as yourself, and providing beautiful images and videos for our couples to look back on for years to come. At Eivan's, our main focus is is our clients and when we receive feedback such as this, it means more than you know.
A Customer Service Manager will be contacting you soon to learn a little more about your experience, answer any questions you may have regarding your package, as well as show our appreciation for your kind words!
Thank you again and we wish you all the best!
--Eivans' Management
Kristin L
5.0
11/14/2017
Mayer was INCREDIBLE! He arrived on time , was super professional and made sure to capture all of the wonderful moments of our wedding day. While I have not received the final video as yet - I anticipate it will be PERFECT.
The Eivan's process for communicating timelines etc in advance is intuitive and easy - making the planning a snap! (pun intended)
I would recommend this organization to any bride who wants to take the guesswork out of the videography portion of her wedding.
Kelli M
4.0
8/10/2017
I just got married so I haven't received my pictures and video yet. So I will update this review when I do.
So far working with Eivans has been great. We had Artur and Max the day of our wedding for photography and videography and they were amazing! They remembered most of the pictures I wanted and had a way of making the entire bridal party feel comfortable. At some points they would ask us to redo a picture or movement so I could tell they really care about how everything will turn out. They always listened to what my now husband and I requested the day of and made sure we were satisfied were all the pictures and video.
Kiersten S
5.0
9/13/2016
I cannot express enough what a great job that eivans did. We had the photographer (dorin) go through mud to get the best shot. Seriously I cannot express how wonderful they were and how much they worked for us and we're flexible with changes. Best company ever. Also very affordable.
Vendor response 10/01/2018
Kiersten, thank you for taking the time in writing this amazing review & for sharing your ...
experiences while working with our company! We take pride in giving outstanding services and are overjoyed to receive any compliments & appreciations toward that. Please always keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend here at Eivan's!
Jennifer L
5.0
9/13/2016
Eivans was the least expensive photo/video package we came across on the knot
Ashley B
5.0
9/09/2016
For going into my wedding day blind, by not previously meeting either my photographer or videographer I was very impressed by the services we received. Our photographer William was so great! He walked right into the salon in the morning and started to get to work without any hesitation what so ever. I got so many compliments from guests about his professionalism, and could not have asked for a better person to take ideas from just about everyone in the bridal party as calmly as he did. Overall I am very pleased with the service we were provided with!
Vendor response 10/01/2018
We cannot thank you enough for this incredible 5-star review, Ashley! Our dedicated staff,...
including Will, will be pleased to learn of your high praise & satisfaction with our services provided. Please do keep us in mind for recommendations for you always have a friend here at Eivan's!
Hayley E
5.0
8/25/2016
Mitchell and Galen were our videographer/photography team. I was pretty nervous because they did not know each other and it was our videographers first event with the company. However, I immediately became relaxed after the first time I spoke with our photographer, Galen. We instantly connected while discussing the tone/setting of my wedding. He spent a lot of time truly getting to know our story. The next day, I talked to our videographer, Mitchell. He blew me away when explaining the process (videography was new to me) and going over what the most important moments/aspects were to my us and our families. Our wedding ceremony was very intimate and Galen and Mitchell did everything they could do to make sure they captured those moments. Almost 3 months later and our wedding guests are still talking about how great they were. While taking pictures, we noticed our photographer was wearing an ice pack on his back while he was laying on the floor to get the shot I wanted. After a lot of prodding from a group of women, he finally told us he had hurt his back just days before. Not once did he grimace, complain or hold back on the shots he was getting - for 10 hours. We are so thankful we got this team and for their friendship that day. Our videographer actually handed me a kleenex because he thought I was crying. Couldn't have asked for a better day!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Hayley, thank you for taking the time in letting us know about your photographer & videogr...
apher experience with Galen and Mitchell! They are glad you found their services very accommodating & in trusting them to capture one of the most important days of your life. We appreciate your gratification and always know you have a friend at Eivan's!
Almina Z
5.0
8/09/2016
Eivan's made my husband's and I wedding day unbelievably special. The photographer and videographer we're amazing! They were definitely fun to work with! Our pictures and video turned out amazing, and I would choose them again in a heartbeat. I felt comfortable with what they were doing, and trusted them fully. They made my pictures look beautiful. I am speechless with the way they did everything. Also, reaching them is never a problem and if you leave a message they do return your call their customer service is excellent. I will never forget my wedding day and thanks to Eivan's for giving us a wonderful experience. They are fun to work with!!! Whichever photographer you get and videographer you sure won't be disappointed you will be satisfied!!! Thank You Eivan's for everything!!! They gave my husband and I exceptional service!! :)
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Almina, thank you so much for choosing Eivan's & letting us provide many memories along th...
e way! We take pride in giving outstanding services for all of our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your high praise throughout your experience with us. You're very welcome and thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Charisse T
5.0
8/08/2016
We booked Eivans last year for our July 9th wedding and couldn't be more pleased with the services that we received. From the initial phone call to finally getting our pictures, they were always professional with our interactions and answering the multiple questions that I had. After we booked with them, they sent us a timeline of when we should be expecting certain things, and I was so excited when we finally got connected with our photographer and videographer a few weeks before the wedding day. I would certainly recommend them to anyone looking for a quality photographer/videographer!
Vendor response 10/01/2018
From day 1 it has been such a pleasure working with you, Charisse! Our dedicated staff wil...
l be pleased to learn of your high praise and satisfaction with the services provided. Please do keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Knottie1470694603
5.0
8/08/2016
My husband and I were fortunate enough to work with Eivan's Photo & Video Inc. for our special day last month. It was really easy to communicate with Sam and he made sure he was always there if we had any questions or concern. Our wedding package included 10 hours of photography, but we realize a week before the wedding that we needed an additional 2.5 hours. Eivan's made it super easy for us to add the additional hours, hassle-free.
Our photographer Marina was a sweetheart! She communicated with us through email a month prior to our wedding day. I loved the fact that she asked us to send any wedding photo ideas that we liked so she can incorporate it into our photoshoot during our wedding day. She was very prompt and easy to work with, which made it easier to get through our hectic 12 hour wedding day.
I would recommend Eivan's to anyone out there who's looking for great service along with value and professionalism! Thank you Eivan's for capturing our special day, all 1k of them!
Vendor response 10/01/2018
Everything happens for a reason, right? Vivian, we feel fortunate in working with you & wa...
nt to thank you for this amazing 5-star review! Marina has said nothing but great things about your wedding day & had the pleasure of sharing lifetime memories with you & everyone else. We appreciate your gratification and always remember you have a friend at Eivan's!
Christina V
5.0
8/03/2016
I was hesitant at first since Eivans provided such a good deal. I sent emails, triple checked the contract to make sure there were no strings attached. Again, I was super skeptical. Overall the customer service was phenomenal, the photographer and videographer were excellent. Not only were the photographer and videographer great but they were cool as all get out. I liked their personality and quality of the images. It really did exceed our expectations.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Christina, thank you for always trusting us in making your photography experience one to n...
ever forget! We appreciate your honest review and are pleased to see we have made your experience nothing but satisfying. Our company values to put client satisfaction as the top priority & when hearing we have fulfilled that it helps us grow even more better together! Please always keep us in mind for recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Kate B
5.0
8/03/2016
Sam was fantastic!!! He captured all the moments we wanted without being intrusive!!! Eivan's was such as easy company to work with too. Highly recommend!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Kate, we appreciate your FANTASTIC feedback very much! We are so pleased to see your satis...
faction in working with our company. Thank you for being the best part of Eivan's!
Kayla L
2.0
7/28/2016
I did not end up booking with Eivan's, but I had poor customer service which stopped me before I could even reach my consultation in person. I opted for a phone consultation before making the drive to their nearest location and the representative was poor, to say the least. He rushed me off of the phone and with every question I asked he simply told me to look on the website, which for the record I had many times and was where I got my questions from. Again, I cannot speak for their work as I did not book, but their customer service poor.
Todd W
5.0
7/27/2016
I did not think this quality of photography / videography existed for this price. Eivan’s blew us away with how professional they were to work with, and the quality of their work is unmatchable. We used Eivans to coordinate a photographer / videographer for our wedding in Austin in June. We got matched with Sandor G and John A. They were fantastic! They were so polite to all of our guests, and got amazing shots. We really feel very blessed that we were able to get these guys at such an AMAZING price! All of my friends could not believe that there was a service out there like this, and when I tell my friends that are getting married they are so thankful. They are so easy to work with too. They always emailed back right away, or were able to answer the phone. They made photography stress free and easy, and even thought of things that I had not. If you are looking for a photographer or videographer for any service you hit the jack pot! I look forward to using them again! Thank you for everything Eivans. ☺
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Todd, we're thrilled that you are satisfied with the services we have provided for you! We...
work our hardest to prepare couples for their big day and are always pleased to hear when we have fulfilled that. Thank YOU for being the best part of Eivan's!
Joann C
5.0
7/20/2016
The team at Eivan's was very helpful when we were choosing the photo package we wanted. Never did we feel pressured to add on anything we didn't want. On our wedding day, our photographer, Jeff was a pleasure to work with. He was on time, flexible, and friendly. We have already recommended Eivan's to other friends who are starting to plan their big days!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Joann, we are grateful you have taken the time to leave us this fantastic 5-star review! W...
e work our hardest to prepare couples for their big day and are always pleased to hear when we have fulfilled that. We appreciate your gratification and please do keep us in mind for recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Raquel H
5.0
7/18/2016
I called to schedule an over the phone consultation to my surprise when the day came for my consultation I did not receive no phone call at my scheduled time. I waited an hour more with my daughter and her fiancé for the call and still no call. I sent them an email informing them how upset and unprofessional it was and that I was disappointed. I thought that they would read my email and maybe I would get a response back but wasn't expecting it. Monday morning came and I received a phone call from the district manager apologizing and informing me that there was a glitch in the system and if I would allow him to go fix it for me and my daughter. I thought what do I have to lose I can always say no and not sign a contract with them. We went onsite this time for the consultation because I was not taking any chances for another glitch. So we get there and we were greeted very nicely then we were taken to a room for the consultation and to our surprise it was the manager he was going to conduct the consultation. I was happily surprised he again apologize and showed us the packages and because of the glitch we had happen he made sure he took care of it and made the package really sweet. He did not have to add all the extra stuff he did but because he was sorry and wanted to make sure we knew that he valued our business he made sure my daughters wedding package had everything she wanted. He was awesome I would highly recommend them because even if they mess up the accept it and fix it. Love them and will use them again.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Raquel, thank you for taking the time to share your personal experiences working with Eiva...
n's! We appreciate your full & honest review even though it may have been rocky at first. We are so glad we were able to surprise you & value your business very much. It was a pleasure to meet with you & your daughter and thank you for recommending us! Please let us know if we can do anything else for you and thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Marissa T
5.0
7/18/2016
I was beyond excited to find this company!! So many services were outside our budget and I was nervous that I would have to sacrifice quality and professionalism but with Eivan's, NOT AT ALL! There multiple package options really allowed for us to customize everything we wanted/needed for our big day! Eivan's was able to match my husband's and I's styles and photo needs to a PERFECT photographer that worked extremely well with my family and bridal party. The quality of our pictures are beyond words and are just simply amazing. I am so happy to have found/used Eivan's services for my wedding and can't wait to have these memories for a lifetime!!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
We are extremely EXCITED to see this 5-star review you have left for us, Marissa! We are p...
leased to see your satisfaction for it gives us all tremendous encouragement to continue working hard. All of us here want to thank you for being such a delight to work with & always remember you have a friend at Eivan's!
Knottie1468608225
5.0
7/15/2016
From beginning to end, our experience with Eivan's was first rate. We were looking for wedding photography over the course of our big day and Eivan's delivered. Our sales representative, Dughan, was highly responsive to every question we had, took us through our entire contract in great detail and was attentive to our needs at every step. Our photographers, Artur and Nick and videographer, Max were tremendous. They were professional, yet relaxed and very pleasant, and fit in with our guests extremely well. They took well over 2,000 photos and hours and hours of video! We could not have asked for any better than this team. I highly recommend Eivan's.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
We take pride in giving outstanding service to every client & are very overjoyed in receiv...
ing your appreciation, Michael! Our dedicated staff, including Arthur, Nick, and Max, will be pleased to learn of your high praise and satisfaction with our services provided. Thank you for any and all recommendations. Always remember you have a friend here at Eivan's!
Katy L
5.0
7/13/2016
All I can say is wow! We hired Eivan's for our wedding day and I have to say it was the absolute best decision and right choice! The price was very fair and the employee who booked us was very flexible and willing to help us out in any way possible. Our photographer, Tom Widmar, was absolutely AMAZING! He was very prompt in responding to emails, he communicated well with me, he was on time and ready, he stayed busy the entire time taking thousands of pictures, he was patient with me when I was overwhelmed, he was kind, and most of all he shot BEAUTIFUL work. I would do business with both Eivan's and Tom as well. Thanks for having such an important part in my special day!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Wow, Katy! I don't know how we can ever thank you enough for this amazing review! Our dedi...
cated staff, including Tom, are glad you found our services very accommodating & for always trusting us to capture one of the most important days of your life. We appreciate any and all recommendations and thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Amanda I
5.0
7/10/2016
Our Wedding was June 12th 2016 at the Abbey Resort in Fontana, WI. The venue was beautiful, and our photographer, Mike, knew exactly how to capture our perfect day. He had structure, which I appreciated. It was very clear that he knew exactly what to do to get great photos. I felt he, and Brandon (our videographer), were very flexible and professional. Not to mention, they were extremely kind and outgoing. When we received our photo gallery, we were over-the-top excited and happy. Mike truly caught the essense of our big day. My suggestion to you brides and grooms- do not get the lowest package. It was impossible for us to choose only 30 photos- we called for an upgrade right away. Definitely get the package with the rights to all the photos because they do such a wonderful job capturing all the special moments :) When doing my upgade, Sam was also extremely helpful in making sure I could get
exactly what I needed. We highly suggest Eivan's!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Thank you for taking the chance in letting us capture your special day & being able to pro...
vide many memories along the way, Amanda! Our dedicated staff, including Mike, Brandon, and Sam, will be pleased to learn of your satisfaction and experiences in working with our company. All of us want to thank you for being such a delight to work with and for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Knottie1466191934
5.0
6/17/2016
Eivans did such a wonderful job the day of our wedding on May 28, 2016. The entire staff was polite and respectful and they showed up on time to each location the day of our wedding. I would recommend Eivans to all of my family and friends looking to hire a a photography company.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Knottie1466191934, we take pride in giving outstanding services & are very overjoyed in re...
ceiving your appreciation! Please do keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Celina G
5.0
5/31/2016
My husband and I were married on 12/12/15 and we were very grateful to have Eivan's photography and videography capture our special day. We worked with Mike and Shannon and they were a pleasure to work with. They captured moments that I wouldn't have otherwise seen which made me very happy. They were very professional and prompt and worked well with my large bridal party. The price for what you get is amazing and Eivan's was always quick to answer questions throughout the planning process.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Celina, we are grateful you have taken the time to leave us this 5-star review! It's clien...
ts like you that make our job wonderful and are pleased to see you found our services very accommodating. We cannot thank you enough for this review & always know you have a friend at Eivan's!
Karlie L
5.0
5/20/2016
So professional and creative! Started a head of schedule and continued throughout the day! Flexible with some new ideas we had. Took tons of pictures and kept things fresh and fun!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Karlie, thank you for giving us such valuable feedback! We are very grateful for this 5-st...
ar review & thank for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Emma O
5.0
5/20/2016
The value and the professionalism of the photographers and videographers is incredible. Highly recommend!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Emma, we appreciate your feedback very much! Please do keep us in mind for any recommendat...
ions for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Kathryn B
4.0
5/11/2016
Both the photographer and videographer did a great job! The package deal offered was an amazing value!!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
We appreciate you for taking the time in letting us know about your photographer & videogr...
apher experience, Kathryn! Thank you for all the kind words and for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Celia S
5.0
5/11/2016
I got married September 28, 2013! Not sure why it took me this long to write a review. But here it goes:
I love pictures, I think they are one of the most important aspects of any celebration. A picture can take you back in time and allow you to remember that day like it was yesterday. For that reason I was looking for a company that took their job seriously and was affordable.
I came across Eivans while searching on this website www.theknot.com and gave it a shot. I saw the price and thought it was too good to be true. We scheduled a consultation and got lucky to have Steve as the consultant and as our photographer. He was awesome, so easy to work with and went along with anything I asked of him. He was so helpful and friendly. He was yes to make sure the day went smoothly. They prices were reasonable, compared to other companies. I felt that we got a lot for our money. The one thing I wish I would had done however was buy the copy rights to the pictures before the wedding. As they become extremely expensive after the wedding.
After almost three years I called Evian's to see if the price for the pictures' copy rights had gone down, unfortunately it was the same price. I asked my husband if the pictures were worth it, which to be honest they are, but the price was out of our budget. I called again and asked if something could be done, they were able to bring the price down to something more comfortable. Though ideally it's not what I wanted to pay, I'm thankful they worked with me and lowered the price.
I went ahead and bought the copyrights to my pictures and I don't regret it one bit! I do love the pictures and the work that Steve did! I know I will have these memories to cherish for years to come!
I recommend Evian's Photography in a heartbeat.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
This review is better late than never that's for sure! We cannot thank you enough for this...
incredible 5-star review, Celia. Within our industry, we do our best to keep the prices within our services at a reasonable price and we're happy to hear we have met your within your budget. Your pictures are breathtaking and Steve had so much fun creating magical moments with you and everyone apart of the big day! Please do keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend here at Eivan's! :)
Lindsey B
5.0
5/08/2016
Our photographer and videographer were amazing! very artistic and had great ideas. The customer service is great too, they always emailed back or returned my calls in a timely manner! Cant wait to see my photos and video.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Are they amazing?! After reading this great review I'd say you're the amazing one, Lindsey...
! Seeing your satisfaction thus far with the services provided on your wedding day makes us feel that much more excited for you to receive your final product. We cannot thank you enough for this review and for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Tori H
5.0
4/28/2016
Our photos are beautiful. Will C. & John were great. Thank you guys so much
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Tori, thank you for taking the chance and letting us capture your special day! You always ...
have a friend here at Eivan’s!
Elizabeth S
5.0
4/28/2016
I've had 2 of my friends use eivans and the photographer Will. We were excited when we found out he was doing our wedding as well
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Tori, thank you for taking the chance and letting us capture your special day! You always ...
have a friend here at Eivan’s!
Julia I
5.0
4/27/2016
We had a wonderful experience with Will as our photographer and Nancy as our videographer! The day was handled with efficiency and professionalism and Will was wonderful at directing the flow of the pictures and arranging us for pictures. We received the picture proofs this week and we are so pleased with the photos and the fact that we received 2300 pictures! Eivans lets you see the proofs on their website with a watermark and then you can purchase the download rights immediately at an additional cost or wait a couple of months to receive the CD of all the photos (if purchased with your package). We will be waiting, but we are very happy with how they turned out and looking forward to sharing the photos!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Julia, thank you for sharing your experiences in working with Eivan's! We have personally ...
let Will & Nancy know how satisfied you have felt with their services provided on your wedding day. We cannot thank you enough for this outstanding 5-star review & always know you have a friend at Eivan's!
Michelle G
5.0
4/23/2016
We had Will as our photographer... Amazing! He was very thoughtful and was always making sure that we were getting the pictures we would like without overwhelming us. We made sure everything went smoothly. Highly recommend using Eivan's and Will
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Michelle, we have personally let Will know how satisfied you have felt with his services p...
rovided! We take pride in giving outstanding services and are overjoyed to receive any compliments & appreciations toward that. Thank you for being such a delight to work with & always remember you have a friend here at Eivan's!
Shenika C
5.0
4/20/2016
Loved their work! It was very affordable and I couldn't have asked for a better company to capture the best day of ever ! I would definitely recommend them to anyone getting married !
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Shenika, thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's and for taking the time to leave us ...
this 5-star review! Please do keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend here at Eivan's!
Mike M
1.0
4/15/2016
Read the contract! We were going to go with Eivan's for our photos and video until we read the contract. The experience from the beginning was a bit off. In the initial phone consultation, the girl spoke so fast and it seemed like she just wanted me off the phone to sign the contract. Then they want a $250 deposit before ever seeing the contract, which turned us off. It was refundable, but still, we don't get to read the contract before putting money down? And then when you get the contract, it's only good for 24 hours, so you can't shop around. Then in the contract, it states several times that they are not responsible for lost pictures, or pictures not taken. I'm sorry, but if the photographer erases all of the pictures, then he/she IS responsible. It also states that photographer has priority over the guests for pictures and will do whatever is needed, i.e. push guests out of the way or just not take the picture at all, which of course they are not responsible for. They are also not responsible for taking any pictures which you want them to take. If you need to cancel the event, then you have to pay the full amount of the contract PLUS 50%. Seriously? They claim it's not a penalty, it's for damages. Finally according to the contract, you are not allowed to write any negative reviews. If you do, they will charge you for every day the negative review is posted. It is not enforceable, but you would still have to fight it and this is why you can't find many, if any, negative reviews about their service. What are they hiding if you can't leave a negative review? Buyer beware!
Vendor response 04/18/2016
Dear Mike,
Thank you so much for your feedback. We understand your concerns and we will u...
se your experience to improve the booking experience for all of our prospective clients.
There is no question that our most popular wedding and video package at $1299 is the best value available, nationwide. In order to offer a package of 10 hours of photography and 10 hours of video, including a modern 10x10 wedding album, and HD video, we must apply a contract that addresses all possibilities fairly, for both Eivan's AND our clients protection.
I invite you to contact our Customer Relations manager directly so that your individual concerns can be addressed.
We always do our best to not simply meet your expectations, but to exceed them. Give us the opportunity to clear up any misunderstandings that you may have.
Thank you, and we wish you the best of luck on your wedding day, no matter who you chose to use. (We really hope it will be us!)
Morgan W
5.0
4/14/2016
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kelly w
1.0
4/06/2016
We are throughly disappointed with the Eivan's Nationwide Photo vendor.
Composition was not done well with legs cut off or too much foreground. Editing was incorrect with subjects so far away. The photographers were inconsiderate to wedding guest and wedding party alike. when we share our concerns before we had received our pictures, Eivan's held our photos "hostage" until we remove our poor review. BEWARE BRIDES, you will spend $1,200. or more, and the memories of your special day will be sub standard. (they get one star ONLY because a rating is required)
Kelly from Colorado Springs, CO
Vendor response 04/14/2016
Dear Kelly,
Thank you very much for posting this wonderful review. Unfortunately, we’ve se...
arched through our client database and do not have a record of a Kelly from Colorado Springs, CO.
If this is an attempt from a competitor, please show some professionalism and try to create better packages to grow your business instead of trying to defame a great business.
If this is a real review, please contact us with your real name, and wedding date so we can have our amazing customer service team turn your opinion around & add you to our very satisfied client list.
Kind Regards,
Customer Service
Amanda A
2.0
3/30/2016
Although we loved our personal photographer and videographer, working with this company was a nightmare. We were going back and forth with them for about 6 months after our wedding because there were missing pictures from our wedding. Some were still never located (some of the most important photos to us) and the few we did receive came back poor quality. When we asked the status of where our photos were, we were told they were "too busy" to find them. We were able to get enough to make our album something we are proud of, but I would not recommend this company to anybody.
Amy G
5.0
3/26/2016
Our photographer, Sandor was fantastic! He was energetic yet thoughtful about the poses we shot. My husband is not the best at taking picture, Sandor made him feel comfortable and the pictures turned out beautiful! Thank you so much!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Thank you for this amazing 5-star review, Amy! Sandor has said nothing, but GREAT things a...
bout your wedding day & had the absolute pleasure of capturing moments apart of it. It has been nothing but a pleasure working with you & your husband throughout this process. Thank you for being the best part of Eivan's!
Alyssa A
1.0
3/10/2016
Went through an online registration process to schedule a consultation. Consults were two weeks out, and they no-showed. Literally I'm writing this after waiting 15 mins past my scheduled time that I booked two weeks ago. In the meantime they've also sent me about 20 emails... I'll be spending my money on someone who will show up.
Knottie1457589884
5.0
3/10/2016
Eivan's Photo & Video provided me and my wife exceptional service. They were very kind and professional and they helped me with accomplishing our desires. The photographers have great knowledge because they took superb engagement photos and our photographer chose our beautiful location. So no worries if you can't think of a place to do your photos! They were also very helpful in what I wanted to do in the reception because I wanted to sing for my wife and they provided me a mic to clip on my jacket and it was heard directly to the video so there was no echo. Overall, the service was stellar and you get a lot for your money so if you want QUALITY, go with Eivan's Photo & Video.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
We appreciate & thank you for taking the time to write this fabulous review, Romone! From ...
day one it has been nothing but a pleasure working with you and your wife in this process. Again, we cannot thank you enough for this outstanding 5-star review & thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Holly D
4.0
3/08/2016
Eivan's was a great company for photo and video. The package that I received was a fantastic price! I was a little upset that my photographer was 3o minutes late to the hotel. The videographer was on time and didn't stop rolling for the majority of the time. I had to remind my wedding coordinator to tell the photographer to take photos during certain times, but it still went well. The photographer was very funny and easy to work with. I would recommend them again!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Holly, we are pleased that you have taken the time in writing this amazing review and for ...
sharing your experiences while working with our company! All of us here want to thank you for being such a delight to work with and always remember you have a friend at Eivan's!
Knottie1457042013
5.0
3/03/2016
Every moment I wanted captured was done, even the ones I didn't expect. Both photographer and videographer were wonderful. Publications department are very professional and cooperative.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Knottie145704213, we are so pleased to hear your overall experience with our company was s...
atisfying! ALL of our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your high praise throughout your experience with us. Thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Samantha a
5.0
2/27/2016
I couldn't have asked for a better team for my wedding. Will and John were both amazing and had no problem creating any visions I had for pictures. They did all I asked plus more and were so great in carrying out requests made by me or guests. I had several guests rave about how wonderful will was in taking photos from table to table. I was skeptical in pricing from the beginning but after I have no doubt I received the best for my money.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Thank you for taking the chance in letting Will and John capture your special day & allowi...
ng them to provide many memories along the way, Samantha! They work very hard and with your approval this will provide them with even more encouragement to keep doing what they do best. Please keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Susie D
5.0
2/26/2016
I would recommend Eivans to everyone. They did such a phenomenal job with our video and photos, that I cannot thank them enough. I know, after having our wedding, that one of the most important things that a bride and groom need to look into is their photographer and videographer. That is the only thing, besides your memory, that lasts from that day, until forever. They were able to capture such amazing footage that I did not know was possible. I've never really done any photo shoots or anything, and the way they made us look in these photos were incredible! Some of the shots they took were so amazing, we had about another 5 couples book with them, just based on the two or three photos they saw of us on our wedding day. Not to mention, the prices and their customer service is great. Someone always gets back to me immediately if I call with any questions, and we were shocked that the pricing for photos and videos were not outrageous compared to several other companies. We are so happy we chose them for one of the most important days of our lives. This is truly a great company that I would recommend to anyone!
Vendor response 10/02/2018
Susie, we would recommend you to any business if we could! We cannot thank you enough for ...
this fabulous 5-star review. ALL of our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your high praise throughout your experience with us! Please do keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend here at Eivan's!
Nina d
5.0
2/25/2016
Last year, my husband, (then fiancé at the time), and I were on the search to find a wedding photographer and videographer. Since we were on a tight budget, we sought out a company that can offer quality photo and video within an affordable price point. After several months of research, we came across Eivan's. We found them through a magazine advertisement on The Knot Chicago for a 10 hour Photo and Video package starting at $1299.00. Knowing this info, we were intrigued and decided to do more research on their work and what they can offer us.
At first, we were skeptical with the low cost of the package. Many photographers charge thousands of dollars (I've seen photography pricing range from ($3,000 to 5,000) for photography only! And that's just separate from your additional video expenses!!! So obviously when we learned that they would provide both photo and video for a fraction of their cost, we then decided to check out their portfolio on their website to view their work. On their website, they had sample video highlights from prior weddings (which were shot on location) off their blog page and I'll have to say after viewing a few, they were excellent. It's no wonder they claim to hold the title of being professional storytellers of weddings!
Their video reel highlights had professional grade cinematic quality to them. It was almost like watching a Hollywood movie except the stars are you and your husband!!! You even get the chance to add in your own special music to your wedding video so that was an added bonus. Using their downloadable link, you transfer your MP4 music and download it to their web page. Having the ability to add your favorite song to your wedding video really offers that personal touch to signify your special day. We loved their work so much that after looking at a few portfolios, my husband and I immediately booked an appointment with Elaine over in sales to make sure our date was available (which it was ). YaaY!!! Flash forward to 6 months post wedding... As I look back at our wedding album and DVD, I never regret choosing Eivan's.
Once you've booked with Eivan's, there are forms they will periodically send you up until your big day. These forms are for you and your spouse to fill out detailing exactly what moments you want documented in order of priority. From there, they build a timeline for you so that every shot from beginning to end gets covered and nothing gets missed. On the week of your wedding, your photographer and videographer contact you over the phone to go over logistics and final details. They go over your ceremony and reception time line one last time to make sure your day runs smoothly and you get the pictures you want. I love that they have all this organized down to a science which tells me that they A.) Know what they're doing, B.) they've done it for a long time, and C.) they make sure that no detail goes missed as long as you specify what you want documented.
Customer service was awesome and their customer relations handled any questions I had as quickly and prompt as possible. Sam was a pleasure to work with and the staff were kind and attentive to what my husband and I were looking for when it comes to professional wedding video and photography. Thank you Eivans for helping us create and document wonderful memories we will cherish for years to come.
Vendor response 10/02/2018
We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out of your day to leave us this amazing...
5-star review, Nina! It's clients like you that make our job wonderful and with your positive feedback it gives us all tremendous encouragement to continue working hard because we're doing something right. It has been nothing but a pleasure working with you & your husband throughout this whole process! We appreciate your gratification and thank you for being the best part of Eivan's!
Holly H
1.0
2/23/2016
I was very impressed with their website and the prices are the best around so I tried to hire Eivans for my wedding and found it was too good to be true.
The sales tactics are high pressure: they would only send a contract after making a $250 deposit and the contract must be signed within 24hrs. I asked for contract amendments since the contract listed the videography service for $1299 instead of the $999 deal listed on the website. I was told there is a $300 fee that is added to every package. So I asked for the contract to clearly show this fee was added to the $999 package, not a problem.
I asked for basic consumer protections added to the contract: a statement of guarantee of turnaround time and the company cancellation and refund polices added to the contract. They were very polite about it, but it is clear that they are looking for people that just sign a contract without looking at the terms. They immediately refunded my deposit and wished me a great day.
Knottie1456016926
5.0
2/20/2016
The planning for a wedding is so stressful especially as we got closer to our wedding date. The one thing that I was confident and secure in was our photographer and videographer Evians. Everything went so smoothly from beginning to the end. They are very professional and offer competitive prices. We were able to schedule all of are pictures when we were ready we did not have to worry about dates unavailable and all of are pictures turned out great. I was also glad that I decided to get the wedding video because there were so many things I did not see or forgot about because the day goes so fast. Thanks to Evians I have beautiful pictures and a video that will last a lifetime. I have no regrets and refer them to all my friends.
Vendor response 10/03/2018
We take pride in giving outstanding service to our client's & are very overjoyed in receiv...
ing your appreciation, Knottie1456016926! We pride ourselves on quality and service for when couples have a great experience we are always pleased to hear about their satisfaction. We cannot thank you enough for the recommendations and always know you have a friend at Eivan's!
Karissa B
5.0
1/12/2016
Eivan's photography and video did an amazing job at our wedding! The staff was all very kind and professional. They kept us on track during the day and made sure all of the important moments of our day were captured! I would highly recommend Eivan's.
Vendor response 10/03/2018
It has been nothing but a pleasure working with you & your husband throughout this process...
, Karissa! We work our hardest to prepare couples for their big day and ALL of our dedicated staff will be pleased to learn of your high praise throughout your experience with us. We cannot thank you enough for this outstanding 5-star review & thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Knottie99426964
5.0
12/29/2015
Our wedding was december 19. We had Will as our photographer and John as our videographer and we could not be more happy! Both of them were the best we could have asked for! They both arrived at the house to take pictures/video of the girls getting ready. They were very respectful of our house and even put up with the craziness of getting ready. At the ceremony they made us feel very comfortable. They were not in our face the whole time, but the pictures came out wonderful! We actually just received the link to view today and we could not have asked for better pictures/video! The reception they made sure to get the dancing as well as everyone who attended. They went table to table to take pictures of everyone. there had to have been 10 different people there taking pictures because they seemed to catch every single shot! They were great! They didn't make us awkwardly re-do any moments or anything like that. They kept our family group pictures moving smoothly, and made sure to catch some great action shots. If you go with Eivans you are definitely getting your money's worth! And be sure to ask for Will and John because they will undoubtedly do an amazing job!! We cannot thank them enough! Thank you guys!!
Vendor response 10/03/2018
Nicole & Anthony, we have personally let Will and John know how satisfied you have felt wi...
th their services provided on your big day! It's clients like you that make our job wonderful and with your approval, this will provide us with even more encouragement to keep doing what we do best. Not a problem, always remember you have a friend at Eivan's!
Beckie L
3.0
12/28/2015
The package is a great deal and the company is easy to work with at first, but pay attention to your contract. It takes forever to get your pictures and your video. The photographer we had was nice and professional but did not take very creative photos and we were left with a limited selection. Did not get as many photos as I thought we would (very few of the ceremony, no first kiss, and missed key moments I specifically requested). Overall somewhat disappointed in our photos and Eivans did not respond when I questioned the quality. The videographer was great. We have not received our video yet and it has been over 2 months so hopefully worth the wait. I don't think I would use this company again. dissatisfied with our photos.
Katherine W
5.0
12/15/2015
My photographer was rather green and inexperienced. Despite this she did a good job of working with us and she took some great shots! She was also very friendly and flexible and worked hard to make sure we were taken care of throughout our special day. I was grateful to find a photography company for such a great price!
Vendor response 10/03/2018
Katherine, thank you for taking the time to share your photographer experience with Eivan'...
s! We appreciate your full & honest review even though it may have seemed rocky at times. We cannot thank you enough for this outstanding 5-star review & thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Q'eauna T
5.0
11/30/2015
Eivans was absolutely wonderful. We had a few issues but the Owner Sam promptly took care of our every need. He never let days or even hours pass after I called or emailed with a question or concern he was on top of it. They are truly like family before, during and after the big day. If you are lucky enough to have Bill for photos and John as your videographer you have received a top notch duo, their work is phenomenal. They both made my event less stressful. Overall Eivans is a great conpany to work with and I would recommend them to anyone looking for quality photo and video services not just for a wedding but any special occasion.
Vendor response 10/03/2018
Thank you for taking the chance of letting us capture your special day and help provide ma...
ny memories along the way, Q'eauna! Our dedicated staff, including Sam, Bill & John, will be pleased to learn of your high praise & satisfaction with our services provided. We appreciate your gratification and please do keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Sandy V
5.0
11/24/2015
I havent received my pictures or video yet because my wedding just past. However, we had our engagement session with them and the pictures turned out amazing. We worked with Steve and he is amazing. I definitely recommend requesting him. He has a good sense of humor and he does an amazing job. The price was great!
Vendor response 10/03/2018
Sandy, thank you for taking the time in writing this 5-star review & sharing your experien...
ces while working with our company! We are glad you found our services very accommodating and in trusting us to capture one of the most important days of your life. Thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Christina M
5.0
10/16/2015
When it comes to capturing the most important day of your life...you have to pick a company that YOU can trust and that shows experience and talent. You get that with Eivans. I was truly ecstatic with how great our pictures turned out! not to mention how quickly we got them back from the photographers! The photographers made sure that even with our crazy busy and hectic families that things ran on time and took every suggestion for picture ideas that we wanted! I sincerely thank Eivans for giving us such a great experience from booking to service to picture results! i will definitely be using for other occasion and recommend them to EVERYONE!
Vendor response 10/03/2018
Thank you for taking the chance in letting us capture one of the most important days of yo...
ur life, Christina! We pride ourselves on quality and service for when couples have a great experience we are always pleased to hear about their satisfaction. All of us here want to thank you for being such a delight to work with and always remember you have a friend at Eivan's!
Cristina B
5.0
10/07/2015
I wasn't sure what to expect when I first began hunting for a wedding photographer, but I knew I wanted someone who was professional and an expert in their field. I came across Eivan's on The Knot. I visited the website, did online searches for feedback, and even got lucky with a co-worker's niece using them and highly recommending them. We booked out of the Schaumburg location since it was closest to our venue. Will C. was AMAZING!!! All of guests kept commenting about how fantastic he was. I haven't seen my images yet as it's only been a couple of weeks, but in the few images he shared directly on his camera, I'm confident the best is yet to come.
Note: We booked a promo package so the $1,800 was for videography and photography services.
Vendor response 10/03/2018
Cristina, thank you for choosing Eivan's & sharing your honest feedback in working with ou...
r company! Will has had the utmost pleasure in working with you & everyone else apart of your special day. We cannot thank you enough for this outstanding 5-star review & thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
sandra k
5.0
9/22/2015
The photographer was very good and he caught every great moment including so many things I didn't catch until looking at the pictures which is so cool. He took 1800 photos! Make sure you buy your pictures on the disk! It sucks its like $600 extra but otherwise you will never actually get your pictures unless your a millionaire, and you don't get your disk for 3 months,again sucky but overall I'm very happy. I've looked at them online 1000 times and I can't wait to get my disk!!
Vendor response 10/03/2018
We appreciate you for taking the time in letting us know about your photographer experienc...
e, Sandra! Our company values to put client satisfaction as the top priority & when hearing we have fulfilled that it helps us grow better as a company. Thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Alison J
5.0
8/23/2015
Best bang for your buck! We had 10 hours of photography AND videography (with full rights to raw images + 3 dvd's) all for about $2000. Our photographer, Bill, did an outstanding job and understood my vision to a tee! And our videographer, John, did an excellent job as well. They both captured every moment and every emotion - which is always something you look for in your pictures when remembering your most special day.
Vendor response 10/04/2018
Alison, thank you so much for choosing Eivan's & for sharing your experience in working wi...
th Bill and John on your special day! Within our industry, we do our best to keep the prices within our services at a reasonable price and are so happy to hear we have met your needs in the budget. Please keep us in mind for any recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
John V
5.0
8/06/2015
I worked with Nancy Stahnke from Eivan's as our wedding videographer. She arrived early, she did great work, and kept great communication before and through the wedding. She asked me if I or my husband had any special requests and also came up with great ideas that we did not think of prior.
Vendor response 10/04/2018
John, we appreciate you for taking the time in letting us know about your videographer exp...
erience with Nancy! She values to put client satisfaction as the top priority & when hearing she has fulfilled that makes her want to keep doing what she does best. We cannot thank you enough for this 5-star review & for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Emily M
4.0
8/06/2015
I did the $1499 package for all the RAW photos and videography, but after taxes and purchasing the digital edited photos, I probably was closer to $2200 total. I would have liked a more creative photographer, but I knew that I was getting a lot (10 hours of a photographer and videographer) for my money after doing price comparisons. Eivans has some negative reviews out there and it made me skeptical so I did what I thought was best which was to prepare for the best photos possible. I communicated look, feel, and the exact timeline of the day. My photographer was kind but professional. I wish sometimes he would have had me adjust my stance, but we were left with 2400 photos and love so many of them! I recommend them for any couple on a budget who is willing to put in the little effort to communicate well and often. Ensure you track when they are supposed to contact you and know that you may have to travel to their offices to pick up your pictures. It's a hike, but you're not spending $4000 on the photographic artist that would do it all for you.
Vendor response 10/04/2018
Emily, thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's and for sharing your personal experien...
ces in working with our company! We all love what we do & with your positive feedback, it gives us all much more encouragement to continue working hard. Please keep us in mind for recommendations for you always have a friend at Eivan's!
Christina J
5.0
8/05/2015
Very professional patient and on time. Fun to work with also.
Erica R
5.0
7/28/2015
I got a package from here that included 10 hours of photography and 10 hours of videography for $1750. It was worth every penny. We loved the photographer and videographer assigned to us. They were great to work with. Based on my personal experience, I would highly recommend Eivans.
Vendor response 10/04/2018
Erica, we are so pleased to hear your overall experience with our company was satisfying! ...
We always try our very best in making a couple's experience a great one and when knowing we have exceeded that makes us feel that much better. Thank you for being the BEST part of Eivan's!
Angela B