GALA Photo and FIlms

ke many 2019 couples, we had to reschedule our wedding due to COVID-19, and Marc could not have been more accomodating and understanding. Leading up to the big day, Gia sent us reminders as well as worksheets to get us organized for photo requests timeline and family portraits. When our wedding day came, Marc and Gia were incredible in getting the group energized as well as relaxed. They scoped out all the spots for the first look, family photos, wedding party photos - everything was done, they just told us where and how to get it done. Marc's photos speak for themselves. What we can tell you is they are not just incredibly organized and professional wedding photographer, but they also add to the party. They're friendly, fun and easygoing. Our family and friends loved them. And finally, Marc and Gia delivers. They had sneak peek photos for us by the time we were home from the wedding (and feeling the post-wedding blues), and they had our entire album sent to us before the deadline. Could not be more emphatic about hiring GALA Photo and Films for your wedding, next event, any photography needs in general!

y professional and organized throughout our time working together, making sure that we knew that our day was their priority. Marc put us at ease during our calls, and always communicated clearly about what he needed from us and what we could expect from him. He met us at our wedding venue to scout out good photo locations and to familiarize with the space. The day of, they made sure we got all of the photos we wanted (and more!), all while being on top of timing and directing us and our families in a pleasant way so we were on track and having fun. They are a joy to work with because Marc & Gia are good conversationalist, and has an easy-going and positive attitude. We felt like we got to know them at our engagement shoot and then at our wedding , and that was great because we enjoyed spending time with them and made us so much more comfortable for our photos. They had a way of making us laugh, and making us feel at easy in front of the camera. We loved how they showed us a few photos as they were going, just so we could be assured that they were coming out beautifully! Finally, Marc & Gia brings creativity and an artistic eye to their work. We loved working with them.

he phone, we could feel his transparency and good nature. While we live overseas, our wedding was in San Jose, CA. Marc worked with us very closely and made the process very easy, removing all of the long-distance hassles. He did not treat us a client but more like a friend and relative. He listened to our requests and criteria and provided useful recommendations in finding locations for photoshoot prior to our ceremony. We met Marc and Gia for the first time on-location for the photoshoot session. All we can say is that they were more pleasant and friendly than we had anticipated. They are a very professional, knowledgeable, and expert team. It felt as if we knew them for a long time. We are very glad and blessed to have found them as professional photographers and now as friends. They go beyond the call of duty to make sure your event is captured and recorded for the rest of your life. All the guests were impressed with Marc and Gia’s friendly and professional attitudes. Thank you Marc and Gia for making our wedding a memorable one.

evident in their work and I was immediately drawn in by the naturalness of their photos and use of light. You can definitely feel the joy and love in the couples they photograph. From the beginning, it felt like a clear and confident decision to work with them and I'm SO GLAD we did! Our engagement and wedding photos came out beautifully. Marc and Gia always made us feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera and were always open to any ideas or requests. On our wedding day, they helped with the flow of our day and respectfully took charge when needed, which I completely appreciated! They kept us on track and never pressured me. When there was a mix-up on seating at our venue, I headed over to help resolve the issue but was intercepted by Marc and Gia who assured me they could handle it and redirected me to our table so my new husband and I could enjoy our dinner. Marc told me that I shouldn't need to stress and reminded me to enjoy the night! I felt SO well taken care of and trusted that they would take care of anything else that might happen. WHICH THEY DID! The staff at our venue ended up cutting our wedding cake despite us telling them not to. Marc and Gia STOPPED them before they cut MORE of the cake and gracefully pulled my husband and me aside to let us know what had happened. They made the best of an unfortunate situation, corrected the cake as much as they could and our photos still turned out great. You couldn't even tell anything was wrong. They made any edits to our photos or video we requested and even when it became quite a project. They handled EVERYTHING with such professionalism which is something I really value. I would be GLAD to work with them again and HIGHLY recommend them. If you're looking for an event photographer or videographer, look no further because your search stops wit Gala Photo and Films. Thank you, Marc, Gia, and Team! You are truly amazing.

and Gia, worked with me and my husband to get the best shots we could, which was not easy because we were INDOORS, in not the best lighting. Luckily, they had all of the necessary gear to light up the room for our portraits and we even borrowed on of their lights for our makeshift photo booth my sister made for us. They were very attentive to detail and captured some amazing shots of me and my husband before the ceremony.

Marc was respectful of my requests and asked me beforehand what shots I wanted to get and definitely delivered. They were good to ask about when it would and wouldn't be appropriate for photos. Also they were very friendly with all the guests who were all very happy to be in the pictures.

The turnaround time was pretty quick, I got my photos back before the promised time and they were kind enough to give me some preview shots that were edited right after the wedding to show my family overseas who couldn't make it.  

I would definitely recommend the Gala team for any upcoming events you may have! I had a great time working with them and can’t wait to have them shoot my sisters wedding.

ey captured such amazing memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. We had a wonderful engagement shoot with Marc, who helped us look natural and have fun throughout, and our happiness shines through in our photos. For our wedding day, we had Marc & Gia as our photographers and Paul & Nicole as our videographers and they were all just amazing. Gia stuck to me throughout the day and did a great job capturing the candid joy and moments of the day. Marc took artistic shots, helped coordinate our poses and also helped coordinating to make sure we are on time. Their approach was great and they played with light, angles and the different areas throughout our venue to create a holistic album of photos and video footage. Overall, the GALA team was an absolute pleasure to work with and I would recommend them and their talent for any bride!

team that would photograph and film our wedding and after meeting Marc, I knew that he would be the photographer that'll capture our wedding as I imagined. He was very thorough and upfront which makes it easy, especially when I don't know nothing about photography. I worked directly with Gia most of the time via email or phone - and she fit right in with me and my bridesmaids. She was creative, accommodating and brought so much great energy! She helped us out a lot with the timeline and also gave me a bunch of creative ideas for our engagement photo shoot. We had a total of 4 team members on our wedding day and I can't thank them enough. They went above and beyond and made us feel very comfortable. We could feel how passionate they were about their work and how knowledgeable they were about the venue and the best areas to shoot in the best light. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

ly! They are very easy to work with, and they will confirm to make sure there aren't other places or photos you want to take / capture for either your engagement or wedding day.They are also open to suggestions if you want to see your photos edited more or less. I recommend Marc & Gia if you are looking for a photographer to capture your big day! We look at our wedding photos at least once a week!

ideos came out AMAZING! their prices and quality of work is incredibly well compare to other photographers we interviewed. Thank you!

d heard horrible stories from others about their wedding photographers and I was really hesitant to hire a photographer that I don't know. Marc & Gia were the best professional photographers ever! My wedding planner also loved them. We got the sneak peek photos within 2 days of the wedding. Thank you Marc & Gia.

to make sure we were always on the same page. He did our engagement photos and our wedding pictures. All of the photos are beautiful and our friends and family agreed. On the day of the wedding, Marc arrived on time and had a brief meeting with me about what I wanted for the day and his thoughts and ideas on capturing the best photos. My sister was unable to attend my wedding at the last minute due to a medical emergency and Marc graciously set up a live stream YouTube channel so that she could participate in the wedding. I was/am EXTREMELY grateful for this gesture of kindness. My sister was present for all the important moments. Just know that when you're hiring Marc you are getting a professional, kind, amazing photographer. His entire team was great. Don't hesitate to give him a call. #forevergrateful

hly recommend if you ever need a great photographer and the best rates to definitely contact Marc. He did an amazing job, and we couldn't have been more happy with the photos. Incredible experience and highly recommend!! Thanks Marc and his team!!

ut to them. They were great because they were able to cater a special wedding package for us because of our small 20 person wedding. But the most impressive thing about them is their excellent pictures, the attention to detail, and the ease that they have with the camera. The provided us excellent engagement photos and beautiful wedding photos. They are one rare team that sends you your images so incredibly quickly (days after the wedding and they actually sent us our engagement photos within hours of the shoot) My husband could not stop raving about them. We enjoyed their company so much that we grabbed dinner with them after the engagement shoot! They are fun, super laid back, extremely responsive and quick getting us our photos! We could not have asked for a better photographer! Even my husband's super picky parents said Marc & Gia's work was phenomenal!!!

day-of events and to receiving our photos in a timely manner. They were so flexible and attentive to what we wanted and needed for our wedding - even helping us plan our wedding timeline when we had no clue what we were doing. They captured so many beautiful photos, I can't even describe. From the bridal party shots, to the group family photos, and even making sure friends / family who wanted to take photos on their phones also got a chance to capture what they wanted. They got great candid moments too. They are efficient and for me in my heels, they kept it quick and got the shots quickly. LoL They were also playful and got fun shots of the guys and girls getting ready and in our photo location. We highly recommend them. Thank you again to Gala photo for capturing our special day!

ot our wedding. After having the opportunity to meet, it was clear how their personality and passion matched their talent, these guys are a force! On our big day Gia and Marc were focused, professional and attentive behind the lens and so much fun during all the bits in between. Group shots were super smooth and efficient, then individual shots with my wife were just a blast. Through out the course of day Gia and Marc continued to bring a thirst and enthusiasm for capturing our wedding and what made that day so special for us, I know those images will be personal and we cant wait to see them. Photography was a big part of the day for us and having the talent and personality of Gia and Marc entrusted with that responsibility was a dream. Thanks Guys!

ast day. Marc & Gia managed the whole wedding and were extremely patient with my family. I had over 250 people at our wedding and they were able to manage each group photo without any frustration. I know it is not easy to get 20 people lined up for photos but thank God, Marc was easily able to perform the best! We are anxiously waiting for our final edited photos and videos and I know they are going to look gorgeous since we have seen the sneak peek photos. You won't regret hiring them

e coordinated and even put in my veil! My guest loved him and said he was very nice and patient. When I received my previews the next day I cried. I never thought I could look so beautiful in a photo. My husband and I loved the photos and cannot wait to frame the photos and hang them up! I would say he isn't just a photographer he is an artist and has an eye for detail and beauty. He is highly recommended.

could get back to us as quickly as we wanted to prior to our wedding. However, his service was awesome. His team and him arrived on time on our wedding day and gave us tips on how to post for photos. Our wedding day happened to be on a rainy day, he went back to the venue after few days to shot with his drome. We appreciate that a lot! He sent us our highlight video and wedding documentary 2 months after our wedding. I understand it takes time to edit videos, wish we could at least receive the highlight earlier. Thank you Marc and his team!

te and received an answer like after 15 mins. We spoke with Marc and he was very patient with all the questions we had. We got the package which offered complementary engagement photoshoot. The price was very reasonable and there were no hidden fees. In the wedding day, Marc brought his team and they did a fantastic job and our family loved how professional they were. We got our sneak peek photos like after 2 days and we were thrilled with super epic photos. They are not just professional photographers, they also care about your big day and they want to make sure your wedding day goes as smooth as possible. Trust me you will be in safe hands, if you hire Marc and his team.

ould even text him at all Hours of the night and he would respond. He helped us build our timeline which was wonderful. He even added time for us to have a break before and after the ceremony. He was full of ideas and I just can’t express how proud I was for finding him. The photos are just wonderful and we received so many edits, more than expected. The videos Gabe’s us tears of joy. I highly recommend Marc and the Gala team.