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Jia Yao
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Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
FRAME YOUR LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY is a wedding photographer based in Jersey City, New Jersey.
250+ weddings | 150+ 5 star reviews on the knot, WeddingWire, and Zola.
Welcome to our second online storefront! When it comes to photography, I'm all about creating images with a strong artistic flare. I want to help couples discover their own artistic side and give them photographs that are truly unique and irreplaceable. Thank you so much for visiting!
See all international and local wedding awards at www.frameyourlove.com
2025: The View at Hudson, Best Vendor Feature
2021-2024: Hall of Fame by The Knot wedding + Nominees of Nikon/Mywed wedding photo contest
2020: Winner of TOP50 Wedding photos of the world hosted by Junebug Wedding Magazine.
2019: The Feast Roundhill, Best Vendor Feature
2018: New York Times Feature | Pet Wedding Fashion
2017: MAGMOD Wedding Photo Contest - 3rd place
+12 years in business
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Jia Yao
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Oh why my baby photo? That was when I first held a camera! My name is Jia, I am a storyteller and lover of Seafood, Peking Duck, and Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes. I also love to see people smile. I believe all smiles are contagious, this is why I choose wedding photography: it magically makes me smile more. I enjoy the warm sunlight weather outdoor and capture true emotions from both the bride and the groom on their special day. Please view my website for more portfolio work and say hi to me on my fan page. Thank you very much for visiting! :)
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5.0
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Jia Yao of Frame Your Love Photography is highly praised by multiple happy reviewers for capturing special moments and creating artistic images during weddings. Reviewers commend his ability to make everyone comfortable, integrate seamlessly into the crowd, contribute to the fun atmosphere, and go above and beyond to deliver beautiful photos. Jia is described as energetic, professional, creative, and personable, with many guests and clients considering him a valuable part of their special day. His creativity, passion, adaptability, and kindness leave a lasting impression on couples and guests alike, making him a top recommendation for wedding photography.Review photos
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Kristen M
5.0
3/15/2025
Most amazing photographer ever!!! We met Jia in 2023 when we booked him for our engagement shoot. Neither my husband or I were big photo people so we were nervous but, Jia made it so comfortable and fun. He made sure that we ha fun and it didn't feel so awkward and the photos came out amazing! Flash forward to the wedding and he did it again! Our guests absolutely loved him and the photos were amazing. He even incorporated our cats Zoe and Sadie into the photos since they couldn't be with us. He is a cat dad too so he knew how important it was. He even got a temporary tattoo of the kitties at our tattoo station! Everyone loved him on the dance floor and are obsessed with the photos! I have a good feeling we will be seeing him again at one of our friends weddings.
Colleen B
5.0
3/04/2025
Jia Yao of Frame Your Love Photography is a phenomenal photographer who not only captures so many special moments throughout the day, but creates such artistic pieces from the photos, adding even more magic to each image. He makes everyone feel so comfortable and happy in front of the camera and integrates himself seamlessly into the crowd to help everyone stay in the moment. Jia photographed my sister's wedding, my cousin's wedding and baby announcement photos, and now my wedding, and he feels like family to us. We will certainly continue recommending him to everyone we know!
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Maria B
5.0
2/25/2025
I couldn't be happier that we chose Jia to photograph our Wedding Day! He made the whole process so easy and comfortable from the moment that we booked with him. We were so happy with how our photos turned out for both our Engagement Shoot and the Wedding Day. Jia is so responsive and sweet and treats you like family! He has such a energy and my guests could not stop raving about him! I will be recommending him to all my family and friends. Could not compliment Jia more!
Victoria W
5.0
12/09/2024
Jia exceeded our expectations. We truly had a blast spending the day with him. He went above and beyond for us throughout our special day. Not only did we love his energy but so did all of our guests. He did a fantastic job following us and our guests around getting the best candid shots. If you’re looking for a photographer, Jia is your guy! Bar none. Hands down. End of story. Happily ever after. Thank you for the best day!
April Z
5.0
12/08/2024
Jia is the best!! He was the sole photographer at our wedding and he did absolutely amazing. He was professional, contagiously optimistic and felt more like a good friend than a vendor. He captured beautiful shots of all of our precious moments, family and friends. We had some camera shy people in our party (me including!!) but it was no issue since Jia made us feel super comfortable and we were able to focus on having a fun time and enjoying the wedding. We simply cannot thank Jia enough for all of the beautiful photos that he took - he has a good eye and can seemingly be inspired in all the different settings we were in. 1000% recommend!!
Jacqueline M
5.0
11/07/2024
Wow there are no words to explain how happy we are to have found you to be our wedding photographer. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day you made us feel calm and at ease throughout the entire process. The amount of people who came up to us at our wedding saying how incredible you are was surreal. You truly felt like our close friend and we cannot thank you enough for making our wedding the absolute dream it was. You crushed it on the dance floor and that will be a core memory that we have forever!!! The photography is so beautiful, creative and timeless and Jai captured exactly who we are as a couple. Do yourself a favor and get the best package you won’t regret it!
Josephine H
5.0
11/07/2024
I have an unending list of compliments for this man. Jia was not just on time, he was early. He had a checklist of shots to get and a game plan. He has a lot of vibrancy. I can say it was not just seamless working with him, it was also a true pleasure. The photographs are all stunning and you can see he put a lot of effort and thought into capturing moments. He blended in with the party to get fantastic candids. Multiple guests and vendors have reached out to get his information because he did such a stellar job. Truly could not have wished for a better outcome. And ask to see his breakdancing moves.
Liz F
5.0
7/31/2024
Jia at Frame Your Love Photography was phenomenal!! I had met him and seen his work at a friend’s wedding and knew that his energy, positivity, and creativity would be a perfect match for my own wedding as well. Jia truly went above and beyond on my wedding day to capture not just every little detail but also the true spirit of the day. When we looked through our wedding photos it was like we were instantly re-living the wedding day all over again. We were so impressed with how he was able to capture all of the most important moments from every angle, but also keep in mind the little details that I mentioned to him were important to me as well. I cannot recommend Jia highly enough! He was a pleasure to work with, a true professional and his work is of wonderful quality. Bonus points for his energy out on the dance floor with us - our friends and family had so much fun with him and could not stop talking about how great he was to work with as well!
Winnie C
5.0
3/10/2024
Jia was amazing to work with! My husband isn't the most comfortable pushing for pictures, but within minutes of meeting him, felt at ease and comfortable in front of the camera.
Jia captures memories that show true joy and love. He was amazing with our engagement photos and even better as our wedding photographer. He truly captures the memories and the loving energy of our guests. When there was a lull in the energy, he didn't hesitate to help stir up some more fun. Our guests couldn't stop raving about what a fun and amazing photographer he is!
Our photos also came back a lot sooner than expected & we're in awe of how he captured every moment of our special day!
Matthew E
5.0
2/23/2024
Do yourself a huge favor and book Jia. He is absolutely incredible!
We first met Jia at a friend's wedding and were immediately drawn to his energy and the way he interacted with guests. He truly stood out and became a major highlight of the entire experience. When the newlywed shared the photos he took of us during that wedding, we were amazed at the moments he captured.
When it came time to plan our own wedding with only 8 weeks notice, there was no question in our minds that Jia was the perfect choice for our photographer. His kindness, passion, and dedication are unmatched. Throughout our wedding day, our guests consistently commented on how awesome he was, and his talent is truly unreal. Even from the few photos he sent us just two days after the wedding, we were blown away and can't wait to see the rest.
Jia not only captures moments beautifully, but he actively works to create them for you and your guests! One example that stands out is during dinner when most photographers would take a break, Jia went above and beyond. He picked up the caricatures from the side table and personally delivered them to each person, capturing their reactions and them holding up their caricatures in photos.
We could not be more grateful to Jia for how he made us and our guests feel. The memories he captured (and created) will be cherished for a lifetime. I guarantee that choosing Jia as your photographer will be a decision you won't regret.
Marissa G
5.0
12/06/2023
Jia is everything you want in a wedding photographer. We were able to see Jia work at a friend's wedding a year and a half before ours and were in awe. When do you ever see a wedding photographer on the dance floor?!?!? We knew we had to book him. When he came in the door for our wedding he instantly vibed with our wedding party and made everyone feel so comfortable. His ideas are unique and romantic, and he absolutely knows how to make you feel beautiful (handsome). Hands down a 5 out of 5 for this awesome man!
Natalia R
5.0
11/28/2023
Jia was amazing! From our first meeting for our engagement photos he really helped us to feel more comfortable in front of the camera and have fun in the process. He had so many ideas for photos and captured so many great shots during our wedding. We didn't even see him much but he was always in the middle of everything capturing all of our favorite moments without ever being in the way. We have received so many compliments on our photos. We highly recommend Jia to anyone looking for a photographer on their special day. - Natalia & Michael
Gigi A
5.0
10/31/2023
Jia was an absolute pleasure to work with from the very beginning. He came highly recommended to us from a friend whose pictures turned out amazing. He was extremely friendly and fun to work with. He prepared us for how our photos were going to go, and was receptive to feedback we had about photo edits. The pictures turned out absolutely amazing, and it was emotional to relive the moments when seeing the photos for the first time. Absolutely fantastic and would highly recommend his services! Hopefully we can work with him again in the future.
Kaitlyn T
5.0
10/24/2023
There aren't nearly enough words to describe how incredible Jia is. Jia is phenomenally talented, artistic, and truly has a passion for what he does. That passion translates directly into the quality of work that he produces. My husband and I are absolutely floored by Jia's ability to fully capture the emotion of the day in his photos. The love, the energy, he truly captured it all. Not only is Jia a phenomenal photographer, he is an outstanding human. My husband and I kept saying, right from the start, it felt like having a friend there with us rather than just a photographer and truly, Jia has become just that for us. We feel so lucky to have had Jia as a photographer for our special day and to have met him in general. So many people have expressed to us that our wedding and engagement photos were the most beautiful they have ever seen. Also, there were countless friends and family who approached us after our wedding expressing how incredible of a person Jia is; thoughtful, kind, energetic, and awesome were only some of the adjectives used. On our wedding day itself- it seems like Jia truly thought of everything- he even brought tape with him in case anyone got blisters! (: Also, the timeline that we came up with with Jia was flawless. Not only were his pictures absolutely beautiful-but he sent us a special sneak peak a week after our big day to surprise us. He even got all of the pictures back to us 10 days early!! We couldn't stop smiling looking back on our day thanks to Jia. And if that weren't enough, one other thing that especially sets Jia apart from any other photographers are his skills on the dance floor. During dancing, most wedding photographers stand off to the side or awkwardly get in the way but Jia literally joins the party in the best possible way! He danced the entire night while continuously snapping photos from all angles and every one of our guests thought it was the most awesome thing ever! Plus the dance floor photos we got back were absolutely epic and he captured the full energy of the reception in a way no other photographer could've done. If you are looking for an engagement/wedding photographer - look no further. Jia is a one-man show that does the work of 3 photographers... he is by far the best of the best and we would recommend him a hundred times over to anyone.
quel J
5.0
10/10/2023
Very quick and helpful communication and turn around time. Absolutely worth every penny. Jia was a pleasure to work with and we had an great time taking our pictures. Efficient and easy going. I was very impressed with how well he worked with our venue, which was brand new at the time.
Michael J
5.0
10/10/2023
We are so grateful for the incredible job Jia did as our wedding photographer!
First and foremost, we love the pictures! Seriously! Jia managed to capture all the special moments and emotions of our big day so beautifully. We've been reliving the day over and over again through his lens, and it's been an absolute joy.
He was also a hit at the wedding! His energy and passion was contagious, and it really added to the overall vibe of the day. Multiple guests mentioned how fun and personable he was. Jia made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, and it shows in the pictures. I couldn't imagine trusting anyone else now with a special event.
Kristin L
5.0
6/21/2023
Jia was the PERFECT photographer for our wedding! Friendly, flexible, creative, and down for anything (especially our engagement shoot adventure)! Our guests still can’t stop raving about how fun he was on the dance floor, and our photos are just beyond beautiful and everything we could have asked for. Thank you so much for making our day even more amazing!!
Hannah O
5.0
6/05/2023
5 stars is simply not enough to express our gratitude for Jia! Our wedding would not have been the same without him. From the getting ready, to the ceremony, to tearing it up on the dance floor, Jia was there to capture all of the most special moments (which is no easy feat at a 300 person event!!). His energy and enthusiasm was infectious and everyone has been gushing about him ever since. If you are looking for someone who will keep everyone laughing and having a great time all night long, Jia is your guy!
Nicole L
5.0
6/05/2023
Wow wow wow. Where do I begin?
I can sum it up in two words, Jia rocks!
From the first conversation all the way to the wedding day he was attentive, professional, and supportive. His creativity, his eye for unique details, his passion, his expertise and his enthusiasm made us AND all of our guests excited and engaged as he captured all the special moments! He literally felt like family. His service was marked with excellence. His presence truly made all the difference. He was great at staying on schedule. I truly appreciated his leadership and his preparation. He showed up early and had ideas ready to deliver and execute. He was assertive with timeliness and staying on schedule. We loved his creativity and adaptability. He over delivered. We are so blessed his service and his work ! You will be too!
Laura S
5.0
5/24/2023
Have you ever clicked with someone that you forgot you haven’t known eachother for forever? Let me introduce you to our unicorn of a photographer, Jia. First of all Jia has a phenomenal gift. He has the ability to make you feel so at ease and keep you in the moment. Our wedding day was magical and we owe a big part of that to Jia. His creativity to capture our true selves shined through in all of our pictures. When trying to find a photographer I thought to myself I can get basic head on pictures any day, I want to find someone that creates something different, I wanted someone that would give us something special. Jia is that someone, he makes you feel incredible and comfortable. Did I mention that he is also a phenomenal dancer? Jia becomes part of your day effortlessly and has fun while doing it. From the way he plays with light to his vision for unique shots to his incredible talent with his drone, which he so kindly gifted and surprised us with on the day of! Each picture has main character energy and is a complete vibe. Jia will always have a special place in our hearts and I promise you, he will have a place in yours.
Carolyn M
5.0
4/21/2023
I booked Jia on the recommendation of my future Sister In Law who used him for her Engagement and Wedding and I immediately knew he was the one for us within the first five minutes of our first chat. I don't know how to put into words how incredibly glad I am that we went with him. We're not married yet, but we did just get back our Engagement Photo Gallery and when I tell you that the photos brought me to tears, please know I mean it in the best way possible. I have never enjoyed getting my photos taken, I am very self conscious about myself (I suffer from pretty severe Vitiligo and I just don't like the way it's always prominent in photos) but when I looked at these photos, it was magical the way he was able to capture our love and emotions and I didn't even see anything else. Jia snapped so many shots when we weren't even noticing, he got some really truly beautiful and magical moments. He talked us through some little exercises that created some amazing moments and we had such an amazing time. I am sure I will be back here to add even more glowing words after the wedding, but I just couldn't wait. Do not hesitate and do not sleep on Jia. You will NOT be sorry.
Erica O
5.0
1/22/2023
Jia is such an incredible photographer and such a wonderful person to have worked with he will go above and beyond for your special day! I would recommend him time and time again he is definitely one of a kind!
Mariella H
5.0
1/21/2023
Frame Your Love did the photography for my wedding in October and my husband and I could not have been happier! Jia did a fantastic job! He was professional, quick to respond, creative and easy to get along with! We ran really behind at our wedding which threw our photo schedule totally off and Jia managed to still make our photos come out perfectly even though we had to take some in the dark outside at a secondary location. We recommend him highly and hope you choose Frame Your Love. Best decision!!
Rob W
5.0
12/03/2022
Working with Jia was a pleasure from start to finish. In the initial intro call, he was attentive and thorough, quickly understanding the vibe of what we were going for and making us feel at ease by having us practice some posing even over Zoom. The engagement shoot turned out great, and Jia's dedication was apparent as he arrived early to scout the place out. Our favorite part was how creative everything was - he was willing to try a lot of things to capture some unique moments. At the actual wedding, everything went smoothly and Jia was able to efficiently capture the wedding party photos before our ceremony, so that we could enjoy our cocktail hour and reception. The photos turned out great, and we couldn't have asked for a better value for such a professional service.
Eliana H
5.0
11/21/2022
Words cannot even describe how incredible Jia is!! He took photos for our small ceremony on 10/14/22. Beforehand, he responded to emails super quickly, answered all the questions we had, and took time to speak to us and get to know us before the event. We are from out of state, so finding vendors was a little more difficult. Jia was accommodating and made us feel comfortable about everything! The pictures he took during the ceremony and of the two of us afterwards are absolutely breathtaking. Jia has an incredible artistic eye and a unique talent to capture little details and moments that are so special. He also was super creative and was open to taking fun and silly pictures that really represented our personalities (like playing basketball beforehand in my dress!!) We just got our final pictures back (earlier than promised, as well) and looking at them felt like we relived the whole day over again.
Not only are the pictures incredible, but Jia is a really fun dude to hang out with for the day. 1000/10 would recommend, he is the best!!
Leah S
5.0
11/05/2022
Jia is fantastic!! You want someone who is just as excited for your wedding as you are? Someone who not only pumps you up, but pumps up all your guests, makes everyone feel like a star and who can take over the creative decisions when everything gets overwhelming? This is your guy! We had a 180 person wedding and Jia was there for every shot, dance, special moment and he never was intrusive or in the way. He took thousands of photos, and was still high energy and snapping shots as we were walking out the door. Not only was he great with the wedding, but the engagement shoot was beyond amazing. Jia pushed for cooler and more interesting shots and got some of the most impressive pictures. While there were definitely some hiccups at our wedding (when are there not though?), Jia made us forget the snags and focus on each other. He is a gem of a person and goes above and beyond. 10/10
Julie G
5.0
9/20/2022
Jia is amazing and we can’t recommend him enough!! We first met Jia through friends who hired him for their weddings. I was immediately taken by his incredible energy and seamless integration with guests on the dance floor. Then, after seeing my friends wedding photos I knew he had a unique and creative talent.
We hired Frame Your Love Photography for our September wedding and are over the moon with everything! Jia was so easy to work with while ironing out the details before the event and during our special day. He arrived early and ready to roll in a professional yet incredibly friendly manor. He captured so many important details and fun moments - including a full harvest moon couple shot that came out absolutely magical!
He did a phenomenal job and was incredibly professional! He is a true artist and I would highly recommend his business Frame Your Love Photography for all your photo needs!
Martha T
5.0
9/17/2022
I cannot say enough good things aboutJia. He went above and beyond to make our engagement shoot and wedding absolutely perfect. He was very prompt and understanding when we needed to make changes. He also helped me create a timeline for the day since I didn’t have a wedding planner. We all agree he was our number one vendor because he really puts his heart and soul into his work and it shows. He took off his tie and we used it as a limbo stick and it was one of the funnest parts of night. Everyone loved him, he was so fun and positive. When I show people my photos, they praise the photographer and I couldn’t be happier with my decision to book him for my big day. Thank you for everything,Jia. you are the absolute best!
Nicole M
5.0
9/17/2022
Photography in my opinion is one of, if not the most important components to your wedding as these are the visuals we have to look back on forever. From the beginning my husband and I fell IN LOVE with Jia's photos. A lot of the photos you see out there for weddings are very much the same. Jia's photos have creativity to them and the lighting is beyond beautiful. We reached out and had our first meeting which was great because Jia is so kind and professional. We knew we were in good hands. I just want to add He is the only vendor I had who offered me a health care worker discount for working through COVID-19 when we booked (which I thought was incredibly kind as the pandemic was still very much going on) as we were planning our wedding. We then had our engagement shoot at the beach which was both of our first times doing any kind of photoshoot and Jia made the whole experience natural and FUN. He even swam in the ocean with us which I'm pretty sure started our bond with him lol. I didn't think he could outdo himself until our wedding. On our wedding day he surpassed anything we expected. First of all, the day was VERY HOT and Jia really made everything go as smoothly and quickly as possible recognizing how hot we were. He made sure to get any photo that I wanted knowing that's important. Then comes our reception which all of our guests have gone on and on about. They all have went out of their way to say hands down he is the best photographer for a wedding ever. He immersed himself into our wedding and was taking truly some of the best photos of our party that we could ask for. He was truly in the mosh pit with us. You can tell Jia loves what he does. Overall, Jia is fun, professional, and just anything you could ask for in a photographer. We were truly sad after our wedding thinking our time seeing Jia is over. Maybe we will have to renew our vows and have a big party one day with Jia to capture all of the great moments!! Brides if you want to be sure you're going to have someone there who has your back and also takes the most wonderful photos you have found them right here!! I really could go on and on. Jia thank you from the bottom of our hearts, we couldn't have asked for more. - Anthony & Nicole
Kaitlyn T
5.0
9/13/2022
My fiancé and I just got back out engagement photos from Jia and are absolutely blown away. Jia completely not only captured our day, he went above and beyond to make sure he told our story in those pictures. From the moment we had our first call with Jia he made sure he knew who we were as a couple and crafted how he could tell our story.
On the day of the engagement session, the weather did not look like it was going to hold up with a forecast of rain for the entire day. Jia was responsive and in contact with us in the days prior keeping a positive attitude the whole way. Luckily the rain cleared and we had a sunshine (and laughter) filled day.
Not only did Jia get all of our pictures back to us quickly, he surprised us with a sneak peak the week after our engagement (knowing we were on vacation) so we could enjoy and get excited about the rest! Jia uses an online service where we could download all of the pictures which was so convenient!
I would highly recommend Frame Your Love Photography to anyone (many of my friends are already asking about Jia’s services). Jia is professional, phenomenally talented, and an overall kindhearted person. We feel like we not only gained a photographer but a friend. We are looking forward to our wedding!!!
Jamie G
5.0
9/12/2022
Dear Jia,
There are no words to describe for the incredible performance you put on! For anyone who is reading this my wedding event was on September 10th at the Ballyowen in Crystal Springs Resort. The venue is in NJ on a beautiful golf course surrounded by rolling hills of green grass and luscious trees. Not to mention a dreamy landscape with incredible views. Jia’s camera skills, along with his dance skills were out of this world. Guests couldn’t stop raving about him. He stayed the entire night! If you don’t book him, it would be a sincere loss. His artistry is nothing I’ve ever seen! Thank you a million!
He is the reason my wedding event was as seamless and smooth, not to mention spectacularly magical! ✨🥰 I felt like an absolute ethereal goddess. This was the wedding of my dreams and I wouldn’t want it with any other photographer. We just looked at his preview of our wedding photos and are in complete awe. The way the sun shined between the branches of the tree was captivating. His eye and attention to detail was incredible to witness. He didn’t miss a thing!
I rarely write reviews but I need to make sure someone reads this. If I could do it all over again I would! Taking photos isn’t easy and it can get overwhelming but he was super polite, funny and very fast on his feet! My husband and I (first time saying husband btw haha) are so happy we trusted Jia to capture our dream wedding!
Let’s just say Jia did not disappoint and I believe some guests were even disappointed that they didn’t know about him earlier! I declare and take an oath that I will forever recommend Frame Your Love Photography to any person I meet who is in need of an artistic visionary and skillful photographer. I hope my review gives clarity to anyone who is unsure on who to hire for their special event.
I believe you come across people in this lifetime for a reason. Jia is one of those people. His light and energy made me the happiest bride. His energy truly powered the engine of our wedding event. Without Jia, this wedding wouldn’t have been as good as it was. I had guests saying it was the best wedding they have ever been to! Main reason was Jia!!!
THANK YOU AGAIN! This was the wedding of the century and one for the books!
Sincerely grateful,
Jamie and Andrew
Chloebelle A
5.0
8/25/2022
best photographer we could have hoped for to capture our big day. he is easy to talk to and very experienced. we got to know him during the fun engagement shoot which helped us be comfortable for the big day. he adapts very well to changes in timeline and goes above and beyond to the point of running out of breath to make sure he captures all needed shots. He is fun to work with and extra fun on the dance floor. in short , efficient, flexible, professional yet fun. would highly recommend as a photographer
Kyle G
5.0
7/27/2022
Simply amazing! Jia is hands down the best out there! My wife Jenna and I started with Jia for our engagement shoot and he was spectacular! Super easy to work with, very thorough, organized, and knows his stuff. Not only does he take beautiful, timeless classic photos (the ones your parents will absolutely want) but he also has some of the best creative/artistic photos as well. He also made a timeline for us on our wedding day so we knew exactly what was going down when. He got in all of the pictures that my mother in law wanted in addition to everything else he knew he should capture for us on our special day. You will absolutely not be disappointed with Frame Your Love! Oh, and he’s a menace on the dance floor! Insane energy to keep up with whatever crowd you have at your wedding. Dude is a riot.
Laura S
5.0
7/26/2022
From the moment we spoke to Jia he made us feel so comfortable. Being that my fiancé and I are currently living in other states, Jia has been nothing but flexible. We really needed to make sure we planned ahead so right after booking him Jia scheduled a phone call to get to know us. In that call we were able to set up our engagement shoot and even gave us a optional rain date (mind you this was months in advance- I love that he was able to check his calendar so quickly and give me a date on the spot).
We met him in Princeton at 6:00 am for a beautiful morning engagement photo shoot. The entire time with Jia was wonderful, he captured the true essence of us. Throughout photoshoot he payed attention to the way the light was hitting us and the buildings around us. Jia gave great direction to us and made us laugh which made the picture so special. Speaking of pictures, wow they did not disappoint. He gave us a sneak peak just a few days after we had our session and we were blown away. Each picture was more beautiful than the last.
As promised, two weeks later Jia sent us our engagement photos and again, we were in awe. Could these pictures really be us? The way Jia plays with light and captures our natural movements is truly spectacular. Jia is a master of his craft and it shows through everything he does. We cannot thank him enough and are so excited to be celebrating our wedding with such a true artist and amazing person.
Nikki E
5.0
6/23/2022
What can I say about Jia? Other than the fact that he has been phenomenal throughout this whole thing. Couldn’t have chosen a better artist for the job, and quite frankly, it would be hard to imagine working with anyone else for what we needed at that time.
See ours was a small & intimate wedding with not a lot of heavy planning involved. Had to rely on the creativity and resourcefulness of our vendor-partners and Jia was one of them.
From his cool and casual working style on “set” / location to his swift but elegant approach to event photography, we were impressed, my husband and I. His passion for the craft & dedication to his profession really shows all throughout the experience. It just felt so easy to work
with him and his creative direction.
I would recommend him and his services to brides everywhere. Not that hard to do that with the lovely pictures he took for us which a lot of people have already commended us on.
Pictures are worth a thousand words, most especially for weddings. In hiring Jia, we didn’t just hired a professional. We hired an artist.
And the pictures he took of us brought back more than just words, in fact, in some occasions, it left a lot of people, myself included, completely breathless and grateful.
Thank you so much Jia!
Helen H
5.0
12/03/2021
If you're still searching for THE photographer who will tick all the creative boxes and put you at ease on your most exciting (yet nerve-wracking) day, look no further! There is an overwhelming amount of positive reviews for Jia, and he deserves every one of them!
We employed Jia's services for our engagement and wedding. I am the anxious type who needs to have everything outlined beforehand, and both my husband and I can be awkward in front of the camera, but we had nothing to worry about because Jia is the PRO! His fun and humble spirit kept everything lighthearted and fun. He knew all the best tips to get through tricky photo situations, and will get creative with any ideas we had and work at our pace.
We had one of the coldest/windiest morning while taking our couple photos, but Jia was completely prepared. He came early and was efficient in getting the perfect shots. During the wedding event, he knew exactly where to be and how to execute the photo capturing. We are living the happy memories delivered through his photos. We cannot recommend him enough!
Laura G
5.0
10/24/2021
Our photos are absolutely beautiful! Jia captured every moment of our wedding day perfectly & I can’t stop looking through our pictures!
Vanessa N
5.0
10/18/2021
We just had our engagement session with Jia and received our photos! He did an absolutely amazing job and made me and my fiancé feel soo comfortable in front of the camera that we eventually forgot are pictures were even being taken. It was definitely an unforgettable experience and I can’t wait until he photographs for us again on our wedding day! I highly recommend Jia if you want a photographer that takes amazing pictures, very creative, and makes you feel really comfortable in front of a camera.
Kiera F
5.0
9/19/2021
Jia is the BEST!
We absolutely feel so lucky to have had such a talented, kind, and fun artist be a part of our wedding.
I cannot say enough good things about him- if you are thinking about hiring him, you stop thinking and just do it! You will not regret it!
He not only takes gorgeous photo's but adds the energy and excitement of the day with his awesome personality. He made us feel completely comfortable from the first meeting.
Thank you SO much Jia!!!!!!
Rachael K
5.0
9/19/2021
If you book Jia for your wedding, you have officially made the best decision ever! He was such a joy to work with and made every effort to make the wedding experience memorable. Not to mention the sheer energy he brought to the event! The pictures he takes are beautiful and the guests had so much fun with him, if I ever needed a photographer for an event again, I'd book with Jia in a heartbeat!
Lily H
5.0
9/02/2021
Jia not only produced wonderful and unique photos but made the whole experience fun and memorable. Jia listened very carefully to what I wanted and was very thoughtful in how he planned our photoshoot. After discussing what I had in mind, he suggested a variety of ways venues and ways to accomplish this. On the day of the shoot, he came prepared with a clear agenda and list of things to do. Jia is also very creative and improvised on the spot when he saw a great photo opportunity. When he arrived Jia immediately put myself and my whole family at ease with he friendly, calm, and professional attitude. My parents loved him! I picked Jia because I thought his photography was creative and unique and because I suspected he would make the whole experience enjoyable for all. He did not disappoint. Pick Jia, you wont regret it!
Sophia S
5.0
8/31/2021
During the planning process I put my foot down and told my husband I wanted Jia as our photographer, fast forward to our wedding day and my husband turns to me and says " Jia is worth every cent". If I could give twenty stars on here I would. Jia is not only amazingly talented but takes your event to the next level with his energy. Ninja photographer with the sickest dance moves you will ever see!
Diana V
5.0
8/16/2021
Jia was the best photographer my husband and I could have ever had for our wedding. He was super friendly, energetic and definitely knew how to read my husband and I during our engagement session and during our wedding. He knew we hated pictures but we loved candid shots and that’s what he did he was able to capture exactly we were together and all the love that we had. I love our pictures that I am constantly going back and looking at them. Thank you Jia for making our experience amazing!
nicole m
5.0
8/14/2021
Planning a wedding is overall a very stressful experience. One of the most important vendors to book is photos. When my fiancé and I saw jia’s photos we immediately were in love. His pictures are so different from what every other photographer offers. He emphasizes candid photos which at the end of the day is what every bride wants to capture. We had our engagement session down at the beach and he made the entire process feel comfortable and actually fun. Pictures have come out better than we anticipated. We couldn’t be happier with our decision.
Deeana U
5.0
7/23/2021
When I found Jia on The Knot my fiancé and I automatically knew he was the one. A picture speaks a thousand words and this is just an understatement when it comes to Jia’s work. He has such an amazing eye and talent in these photographs. When I first met him, I told him I can stare at his photos for hours. They truly are art.
We just received our engagement photos back and we couldn’t be more pleased with the choice we made when we chose Jia to be our wedding photographer. Jia made the session a ton of fun, and made sure that it wasn't just a generic set of poses. I can’t wait for our wedding and to see what his artistic eye has planned and captures for our special day!
Christine C
5.0
7/20/2021
I don’t even know where to begin… the absolute best photographer in the world!!! So incredibly nice and was a blast on the dance floor! Our guests are still talking about how much fun Jia was. His talent, professionalism and punctuality is unmatched! Highly, highly recommended for any couple looking for the perfect photographer!
Mia A
5.0
7/20/2021
Jia is INCREDIBLE! As a wedding coordinator, I've worked with MANY photographers and seen MANY wedding albums. When it came to choosing a photographer for our own wedding, we knew Jia was it. If you're questioning if it's best to have a "second shooter", Jia somehow manages to be everywhere he needs to be! He makes you at ease and is incredibly affordable. We're so happy with the quality of his photos!
Jennifer T
5.0
7/16/2021
If you're looking for awesome artistic photos that aren't generally filtered in sepia or black/white or too prom like, then look no further. I was lucky to meet Jia through mutual friends, and I'm so happy we went with Jia for our wedding photos. He was prompt and so personable when I first reached out to him.. all the way back in 2018 (our wedding was supposed to be in 2020 and then got postponed due to COVID). On the actual day, Jia was early and ready to go. All the shots that he took were amazing, and he even joined us on the dance floor. All the wedding guests also found that Jia was so nice when coming around for photos, and he did it in a way that was not intrusive at all. Look no further and book Jia NOW- for your wedding, for your birthday, for a photo shoot just for yourself.
Taly R
5.0
7/01/2021
TevaLand received incredible videos, they are one of many donated by a true giver. Jia Yao, a Wedding Photographer, has decided to use his talent to benefit the animals he loves so much. Every year he donates his time and skills to a different sanctuary. If you want to support a giver and know your business is being paid forward go to frameyourlove.com for all the photography and video services you could need and, most importantly, kindness and genuine caring. TevaLand is deeply grateful for Jia who is making a difference for our beloved rescued animals!
Kaitlyn M
5.0
6/24/2021
What a joy it was to work with Jia! My fiancé and I met Jia at my brother and sister-in-law’s wedding. We knew immediately we wanted to hire Frame Your Love Photography for our engagement shoot and wedding. Beyond his beautiful portfolio - Jia’s ability to capture natural and candid shots, and his attention to ‘our story’ made him the perfect choice! Frame Your Love Photography’s entire process was seamless and Jia made us comfortable throughout. Every time we look at our engagement photos, we can’t help but smile. We wouldn’t want anyone else to be there to capture the happiest day of our lives.
Aileen Z
5.0
6/16/2021
I cannot say enough amazing things about Jia. He is INCREDIBLE & you need him at your wedding. He is prompt & professional, but beyond that he is so fun and takes awesome photos. Our families loved him, and at the reception he was one of the most energetic & honestly one of the most fun people on the dance floor. Everyone I spoke to after the wedding has raved about him. I read some review that said he makes you feel like you have five photographers, in reality Jia felt like 20 photographers who know exactly how to take photos of you.
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I have always felt SO awkward getting my picture taken & dreaded any event that required me to pose for a photo. We chose Jia because his photos seemed to be natural and also artistic. From the moment we met him at our engagement shoot, we felt so comfortable. He has a special way of making you feel relaxed during photos by giving you prompts instead of poses. "Act like you're leaving a bar after a night of drinking ," or "guess your partner's favorite dessert in a deep voice, in a British accent." All of these silly activities helped us get to know Jia & made us laugh. We totally forgot we were having our picture taken & we left the photoshoot feeling like we had just spent an hour in a park hanging out with a new friend. When Jia got the full set of photos back to us (in just 2 weeks!) we were elated- there was not one photo in which we weren't naturally laughing & clearly having a great time.
On the morning of the wedding day, we agreed for Jia to meet me and my bridesmaids at the hotel for some getting-ready photos. Jia arrived 1/2 an hour early and was so excited because he had ALREADY been to our venue and taken all of the scenery/staging photos while the weather was still nice (it was expected to rain in the afternoon). Again, he had some awesome prompts to get my ladies excited for the coming celebrations. He asked my mom to make a toast while we popped a bottle of champagne & it was one of the best and most emotional moments of the day.
He is also the reason we had such an amazing first look. It was supposed to start raining imminently, so he coordinated the multiple parties accelerating their timelines so that we could start our shoot before the heavy rain began. The timing was perfect all thanks to Jia.
He coordinated bridal party photos with ease. We had a large (and rowdy) group & it was starting to drizzle more and more. Jia pulled out a mini loudspeaker to get everyone's attention & efficiently & painlessly got all the awesome shots we needed while still somehow making it FUN.
At the reception, Jia was always on point. From the first dance to the speeches, he captured all the special moments without us feeling like we were being "watched". But the really impressive is that once the dance party really got going, so did Jia. Somehow he turned from a photographer into the hype-man too! Ie: he took off his tie & had us use it for a impromptu limbo session so he could get some epic photos!
Last but certainly not least, he got our wedding photos back in RECORD time- over 1 month earlier than we expected! They capture the most special moments & it really feels like looking through the album is reliving the day itself. He didn't miss any portrait shots (a common complaint amongst some friends who are married) & our friends and families are so pleased & impressed.
10/5 stars for Jia. He is truly one of a kind & will do an amazing job at any wedding!
Ashley P
5.0
6/16/2021
We were first recommended to Frame Your Love Photography by one of my girlfriends & fellow brides. I saw what an amazing job Jia did at her wedding & couldn’t wait to use him for ours. With COVID postponing our wedding 3x, it took some of the excitement away from wedding planning but Jia wouldn’t allow that to put a damper on our big day. He made sure to check in & do special things for us leading up to the big day to help get us back in the spirit. To say that Jia is a master of his craft is truly an understatement. HE IS INCREDIBLE & truly loves what he does which can’t help but get you excited when he’s photographing you. Plus, he’s got some sweet dance moves! Our guests are STILL raving about him. Even couples who weren’t engaged yet were telling us how when it’s their time, he’s their guy! We truly couldn’t of asked for a better photographer for our special day. He is not only an amazing photographer but an amazing human being. I would recommend him to anyone HANDS DOWN. If you’re looking for someone who will help to make your special day that much better - Jia is the way to go. We truly feel as if we left the wedding with another friend. Thank you Jia for being the best of the best & for making our day so special. It would not of been the same without you. YOU’RE THE BEST!!
Emilie R
5.0
6/12/2021
Having Jia photograph our wedding west the best decision we ever made. He had everything so organized and everyone was commenting on how much they enjoyed him. He was so good at capturing the perfect moment, getting people to dance, and making us feel taken care of and special. On top of that, his photos are TO DIE FOR! Do not look any further -- this is the photographer you want if you are looking for a one of a kind experience
Devaughn W
5.0
6/07/2021
I am absolutely blown away at the quality and creativity of the photos! I'm not usually one for photos but I have never felt more comfortable in front of the camera thanks to Jia! He made everything feel so natural and not forced. Most of all he made the entire experience fun! He has such an amazing personality and is incredibly kind. I think it would be a disservice to yourself not hiring this man. So with all that being said, I just want to say thank you Jia for capturing these amazing moments I'll get to relive everytime I look at them! You're truly the best!
Lidor F
5.0
5/25/2021
Jia is absolutely amazing- talented, professional, and fun! I was pretty nervous about the engagement shoot because I usually avoid being in front of the camera as much as possible, but Jia made it such a fun experience. He made us feel so comfortable and got us to laugh the entire time. The photos exceeded our expectations and came out so beautiful! We are so happy to have them and be able to look at them later in life. Very excited that Jia will be photographing our wedding in August!
Meghan W
5.0
5/08/2021
When searching for a wedding photographer, I was looking for someone who knew how to shoot not only traditional photos, but candid and creative shots as well. Jia was incredible from the moment I reached out through his website. I appreciated how he asked how my (now) husband and I met- he really takes the time to get to know his clients. He's friendly, knowledgeable, energetic and SO passionate about making your day perfect.
He arrived to our venue early just to introduce himself and get to know the space which calmed my nerves as I was a jittery, anxious mess. We were running a little behind schedule, but he reassured me that everything would work out and he wouldn't miss a shot. He was another friend to help me relax my nerves and remind me to breathe.
Being a photographer myself, I am usually very uncomfortable being on the other side of the lens but Jia made me feel so confident, calm, and beautiful with his positive energy. My husband has always disliked having his photo taken but he was having a BLAST with Jia and his groomsmen.
He was open to our ideas and had incredible ideas of his own, with the most outside-of-the-box angles.
My guests are still raving about what a great time they had with him and asking for his Instagram! I feel bad but I don't even know if he ate- I tried to get him to but he was having too much fun capturing every moment!
Within 24 hours, Jia sent us the most beautiful sneek peeks that literally looked like they took weeks of editing. He is an amazing photographer and person and I'm so happy that we found him. Thank you SO much for making our day even more perfect, Jia. We love you and are looking forward to future shoots with you and our family!
Melissa R
5.0
4/29/2021
What can I say about Jia! We researched photographers for months. When we came across Jia’s work we knew instantly he was our guy! We recently met up with him for engagement pictures ... he blew our mind!! Every picture he captured was perfect! He depicted our fun, exciting, loving relationship through his eyes and camera. I highly highly highly recommend him for any upcoming event you have!!
Stephany G
5.0
4/27/2021
We feel so lucky to have found Jia! His amazing work speaks for his talent, and to top it off, he is delightful to be around. My fiance and I are very camera shy, and weren't even considering an engagement shoot, but it ended up coming with the package we purchased. We decided to do a cherry blossom themed photo shoot (suggested by Jia) and we had THE best time shooting. He made us feel so comfortable, and we had an amazing time while we were shooting. We laughed the whole time, and were able to be candid with each other. The times he did give direction, were times when you wish someone had told you to adjust when taking a picture. His portraits are truly a work of art, and what we loved most was that he was able to capture our love with his lens. We highly recommend him!
Anthea M
5.0
4/19/2021
We hired Jia for my twins' 16th birthday photo shoot and to document the party in August. Jia is such a great photographer to work with. He is very professional. He checked our photoshoot location a few times to find the perfect spot for our pictures. He quickly responds to emails and is thorough in answering questions. The pictures are beautiful!
Yana K
5.0
4/18/2021
Jia captured the essence for the headshot perfectly using the lightness of the background of the cherry trees with their colorful pinks and white colors and yet making it professionally relevant! I appreciated his professional timing and rescheduling several times as the weather was not accommodating. He was patient and compassionate. Jia helped me with right verbal cues to relax and feel comfortable in front of the camera and made sure the photo shoot was fun and enjoyable! I highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to capture the special moment and memories!!!
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