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Ryan Gauper
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AWARD WINNER (7X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Joy looks good on you. And we're really good at capturing it.
GAUPERphoto has been shooting Michigan weddings for nearly 20 years with all five star reviews here on The Knot, and a genuine love for the people we work with.
Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, because the best weddings are both.
We're documentary first photographers. That means we're already in position when your grandma pulls your new spouse onto the dance floor, when your best friend loses it during the vows, when the look on your person's face says everything words can't. The best moments don't announce themselves, they just happen, and we're already there.
Our editing style is rich, true-to-life, and timeless. Nothing that will look dated in a decade.
What our couples say most is that their wedding day felt easy and fun, and we got every best moment of it.
We shoot across all of Michigan. Every venue, every lighting situation, every kind of weather this state throws at us, we've seen it and we come prepared.
The energy is relaxed and genuine, and you'll feel it immediately. So will your families, your wedding party and your guests.
If you want photographers who match the energy of your wedding, blend into your day, and hand you back a gallery full of moments that actually happened, let’s talk.
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Destination Weddings
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Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
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Photo
Printed Enlargements
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
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After Party
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Meet the team
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- Ryan GauperOwner, PhotographerRyan thrives at weddings. Calm, confident, genuinely happy to be exactly where he is. There's an ease to the way he works that becomes contagious. Nervous couples relax, families stop stiffening up, and somewhere along the way the camera stops feeling like a camera. Moms and grandmas adore him. The feeling is mutual. Give him any lighting situation, any venue, any chaos. Couples have called him a ninja, a calm in the storm, and the best decision they ever made. Four hundred weddings in and he still shows up like it's the most important day of his life. Because to him, it is. It didn't start with weddings. It started in Hawaii with a camera he'd never owned before and a sudden realization that what he really wanted to photograph wasn't sunsets, it was people. The joy. The relationships. The way someone's whole life shows up on their face when they're surrounded by everyone they love. A year later he shot his first wedding and never really looked back. Life has taught Ryan a lot about what marriage actually means. He and Holly have been through enough together to know that love is less about infatuation and more about choosing each other every day. That understanding lives in his work, in the way he photographs a couple, in the weight he gives to the vows, in the way father-daughter moments still get to him every single time. He has two little girls of his own. He knows exactly how fast it goes. He has what people who know him would call a servant's heart. It's not a strategy, It's just who he is. Everything in his life exists to give him opportunities to serve others. At home he's outnumbered by ladies, deeply loved by a Bengal cat named Duma, and the owner of a Lego car collection he's quietly very proud of. He makes dinner every night so Holly can edit. He treats his daughters with the same quiet patience he brings to every wedding day. He's exactly who you want at your wedding.
- Holly GauperOwner, Photographer, EditorHolly shows up with enough enthusiasm to power the whole venue. Schedule-driven, movement-obsessed, and genuinely convinced the best photo she'll ever take is the one happening right now. She'll have you laughing before you realize you're being photographed and on time before you realize you needed to be somewhere. She knows how to read a room though, she can dial it back, blend in, and disappear completely when the moment calls for a quieter hand. Behind every GAUPERphoto gallery is Holly's editing. Nearly 20 years of it and close to a million images processed from raw file to finished work. She is the reason the color feels different, the reason every image across an entire wedding day feels cohesive, the reason nothing looks trendy or filtered. It is painstaking, meticulous work done with a relentless work ethic and she wouldn't have it any other way. Ryan calls her his greatest unfair advantage. He's not wrong. She is unapologetically honest, relentlessly hardworking, and exactly who she says she is. That's not separate from the quality of her work, it's the reason for it. She lives walking distance from Lake Michigan with Ryan and their two wildly creative girls. She loves art, color, crafts at the kitchen table, and the beach in summer. Her daughter Grace is eight years old and already learning to shoot and edit. Holly is training her this year and the talent is remarkable, it runs in their blood! Nearly twenty years in and the enthusiasm just keeps growing.
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Reviewers rave about GAUPERphoto, calling the photographers talented, creative, and highly professional. They praise clear communication, a calming, fun presence that puts couples at ease, and a knack for stunning candid and posed shots with bright, colorful editing and quick delivery. Many say the service is worth the cost and strongly recommend them.Review photos
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Amber W
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5.0
11/08/2023
There are not enough words to squeeze into this review to adequately portray how phenomenal Ryan & Holly of GAUPERphoto are. I had some far-fetched ideas for how I wanted my engage...
ment photos to look, including a new location for Ryan & Holly as well as sharing some of my unconventional visions. Not only were they entirely open to my vision, but they did much more than simply bring it to life, as I feel most good photographers would do. Ryan & Holly delivered my vision and MORE. The results of our engagement shoot were far better than what I was expecting. They took my vision even further than I thought capable, and that is what separates them from the good photographers…they are GREAT. Even though I have no education or understanding of photography or design to properly explain what I wanted, they quickly understood my goals with ease. They both are so easy to talk to, and I felt very comfortable communicating with Ryan at any time, day or night, to discuss our plans. They are the kindest people and make being in the front of the camera very natural for people like my fiancé and I, who never know what to do when being photographed. Aside from the delivery of outstanding images, the EXPERIENCE itself was so FUN. I was nervous that being photographed would be an awkward experience for my fiancé and I, but it was an absolute BLAST, all because of Ryan and Holly. It felt like hanging out with two friends, and they made it such a memorable bonding experience for my partner and I. Ryan is prompt with communication and their contract is thorough, which gave me peace of mind that I’m protected as the client. They offer various pricing packages and will gladly customize their offerings to fit your budget. There are no surprises, no hidden charges, no stress. They are honest, upfront people who have mastered their art. They thrive on making couples happy, and it is obvious that they are extremely passionate about what they do. This is their full time career, not a hobby or side-job. The client has their undivided focus. They have many years of experience between the two of them, and hiring GAUPERphoto was honestly the easiest decision in my wedding planning journey. Among all the stress that comes with planning a wedding, Ryan & Holly made their part of it so easy for me. Also, there is no digging or searching required on your part to find complete albums of work. ALL of their work, every single shot, can be found on their website. They disclose everything so you can see for yourself how photos will look in various settings and lighting; they don’t cherry-pick which photos you get to see. In addition, their editing style consists of true-to-life colors with no “trendy” or “filtered” appearances. Their photos are uniquely timeless, vibrant, and full of life - this is why I hired them…because I want to look back on my photos and feel as though I’m reliving that exact moment. I have yet to find another photographer who can compare.
Josiah K
5.0
4/15/2026
I cannot say enough good things about Ryan and Holly! It’s now been about 18months since our wedding and we still keep going back to our pictures. In addition to the “normal” weddi...
ng shots, we specifically requested good candids and pictures that captured motion and action. When we got the pictures back, everything still felt alive! Ryan also knew the venue and has a great eye for locations within the space.
We had a bit of a timing issue right out of the gate, and Ryan was able to work with us and our other vendors to make sure we had a great experience the day of, and still get all of the pictures we wanted!
When we received the final product, it was clear that Ryan and Holly are incredibly talented and hard working. Having a lot of other friends and family who have been getting married, my wife and I have seen a lot of wedding photos, and we are continually blown away by the sheer quality that Ryan and Holly produce. We received several hundred photos, and every single one is professionally edited with clarity and creativity.
Ryan and Holly are the utmost professionals. We are so thankful that their skill and time has left us with such an important and tangible memory of the best day of our lives!
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Jessica K
5.0
4/08/2026
Photography was one of our top three most-important items for our wedding. Choosing GAUPERphoto was a no-brainer. I was already familiar with Ryan and Holly's work because they sho...
t my brother's wedding five years prior, and I love their photos and how they captured his wedding day. My husband and I wanted to show our love and playfulness through photos. With GAUPERphoto, we have a wonderful mix of candid and posed shots. I am also obsessed with how bright and colorful the photos are - the colors pop in a natural, beautiful way. Ryan and Holly are lovely to work with, from the planning process to the wedding day itself to the delivery of our photo gallery. Their communication is great and very clear (I loved their instructions on the family formals shot list). I highly recommend GAUPERphoto for your wedding day! And if you still need someone to shoot your engagement photos, GAUPERphoto also has you covered.
Emily S
5.0
4/07/2026
We had such a wonderful experience with Gauper Photo for our engagement and wedding photos!! Ryan was professional, fun to work with, and an amazing photographer. We were thrilled ...
with our pictures :)
Lauren B
5.0
4/07/2026
Ryan did such an amazing job capturing our special day! My husband and I typically do not like our pictures taken and he made us feel so comfortable and confident. Ryan had such a ...
laid back attitude and got along easily with us and everyone in our bridal party. His creativity and attention to detail in photos is amazing! We are truly so happy with our photos and will cherish them forever! We highly recommend Ryan and his wife Holly!!
Andrea H
5.0
4/04/2026
We had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Ryan. From start to finish, he was fantastic—professional, easygoing, and incredibly organized. He made us feel comfortable i...
n front of the camera right away, which is not easy for us.
We also worked with him for our engagement session, and we loved those photos just as much. That experience helped us build a great rapport ahead of the wedding day, so everything felt natural and stress-free. He was also willing to let us take pictures with our crazy puppy!
On the wedding day itself, he was a true professional. He kept everything running smoothly and on schedule without ever making things feel rushed or pressured. That balance is so important, and he handled it perfectly.
We’re beyond happy with our photos and so grateful we chose to work with him. Highly recommend!
Kayla B
5.0
4/01/2026
Honestly, they deserve far more than 5 stars! Ryan was so quick to respond to emails from the very beginning, he jumped right in on our wedding day and made everyone so comfortable...
, he had the best vision and ideas for shots, and made everyone laugh! Holly’s skills are pure magic! We couldn’t have dreamed of a better photographer or wedding pictures! We will definitely be using them for family photos one day!
Kyler B
5.0
4/01/2026
My wife and I hired Ryan as our wedding photographer and we really cannot recommend him enough. Choosing a wedding photographer is not an easy task because it’s so vital to pick on...
e that can capture your special day just as you imagine. From the beginning, Ryan had a calm and confident demeanor which made us feel comfortable in an otherwise uncomfortable position when you’re planning your own wedding. His professionalism and communication were excellent as well, ensuring that people were where they needed to be and when for every photo, ensuring that we stuck to our timeline. The end result was simply breathtaking. My wife and I find ourselves frequently going back to look through the photos because they’re just so damn beautiful. Our friends and family have given us so many compliments on our photos that thank you seems to have lost meaning. Hire GAUPER photo. I promise you he’s worth it and it will be money well spent.
Hali M
5.0
8/21/2025
Ryan and Holly are the BEST! Couldn't have asked for a better photographer. Everyone, and I mean everyone, commented on how great he was. Professional, kind, responsive, clear, thr...
ough the whole process from start to finish.
We don't find ourselves to be very photogenic but he reassured us and gave lots of helpful input on what to do for great shots. We're obsessed with the results!
15/10 worth it
Lark H
5.0
6/26/2025
Ryan and Holly were amazing for our wedding! My husband and I are not the most photogenic people (we typically feel awkward when trying to specifically pose for cute photos), but R...
yan and Holly made us feel so at ease! It was a ton of fun and our photos are INCREDIBLE. We are so grateful for how professional and fun they made our wedding day. Ryan was also SO on top of communication (more so than I was, haha) and his attention to detail shows in how he did the entire job well, not just the wedding day photos! Last, on the day itself, our power went out in the venue right before the reception. The venue was unable to allow guests into the dining space as it was a hazard with the limited light. Ryan and Holly, along with our incredible videographers (coastline studios) quickly set up their own lighting to help provide enough light so that the reception could go on as smoothly as possible. They were outstanding! I would recommend them to everyone!
Joseph &
5.0
1/17/2025
We worked alongside Ryan at a lovely wedding at Varnum House in East Greenwich, RI. Our mutual client was a photographer herself, so you know the pressure was on.
His photos from ...
the event are stunning and he was kind enough to share them with us for our business. Thank you, Ryan!
It's always a joy to work with kind and thoughtful professionals, and Ryan is no exception. We hope to work with him and Holly again soon!
Kelly M
5.0
12/10/2024
Ryan photographed our wedding in August and I am extremely happy with the results! He was thorough in learning what kind of photos we were looking for and executed perfectly. He ca...
ptured all of the sweet candid moments and got some epic pictures from the reception. I have so many favorites from the final album it’s hard to choose! I highly recommend Ryan because he captured every moment from our wedding day in beautiful photos.
Magda M
5.0
12/05/2024
Ryan Gauper was absolutely amazing! The communication throughout the wedding process was great, he did not ever take too long to respond. He gave us a lot of planning tips which we...
re very helpful. As for the wedding day he made us all feel very comfortable. We were all able to get loose and have fun! He has an amazing eye for finding the best photo spots. He even took the time to take pictures of our guests during cocktail hour and reception. They now have beautiful pictures to post as well and print out to frame. We received the previews and all final photos in a fairly quick timeline! We know some friends who had to wait 6 months for theirs and we received ours in less than 3 months. All the photos came out beautiful and natural. Ryan and Holly both clearly took the time to take gorgeous photos and in editing the ALL of the photos. We highly recommend them!
Ben K
5.0
11/04/2024
Oh man, what to say about Ryan and GAUPERphoto... Simply put, simply the best!
As someone with a career in the creative industry, who is constantly evaluating our potential partne...
rs/studios' work, when we came across Ryan, I knew we'd found our guy! Turns out he's actually, THE man!
For me, quality, clarity, lighting, and authenticity in storytelling were my top priorities when looking for a photographer. I knew it was tall order and having a very specific aesthetic in my brain, but luckily for us, Ryan is all of that. And that's just his shooting abilities.
My husband and I don't take too many selfies/photos/videos in general, and so, to be in front of any type of camera wasn't something we were necessarily used to or comfortable with. Actually, the week leading up to the wedding I was quite freaked out thinking of being in front of a camera like that. Worried I wouldn't be able to be real or natural if I saw a camera pointed at me. Thankfully, Ryan isn't just a seasoned photographer, he has a great personality as well, and while acting as a true professional, he has a way of making you feel so comfortable and natural despite the situation being anything but. And, this is where his true magic lies...
While all of our staged photos are brilliant and beautiful, Ryan's ability to capture the day and tell the story of it so personally, and intimately, is a skill he's clearly honed over years and years of hard work. But it's not all that hard work, either. His natural creative eye and direction mixed with that skill is what makes him the whole package! The moments he was able to capture, whilst we were completely unaware, are truly spectacular and wonderful gift to have.
As clients, my husband and I couldn't be happier in any way. (Besides perhaps me not going when he suggested sunset pictures and I was a bit overstimulated/ worried about a panicking best woman before her speech haha)
As a fellow professional creative, he as a person and his craft as an artist/photographer have my utmost respect come with my sincerest recommendation.
We cannot speak highly enough of Ryan and GAUPERphoto.
Also, shoutout to his lovely wife we met briefly on Zoom and who did a beautiful job editing the set!
All the best & all the blessings to the Gauper family & GAUPERphoto.
Bridget R
5.0
10/31/2024
We loved the whole experience! Holly is so fun and made taking pictures at our wedding an enjoyable time. The pictures turned out amazing!
Jacqueline S
5.0
10/23/2024
Photos are absolutely beautiful! We get so many compliments on our wedding photos! Very professional, patient, and his attention to details is amazing. Would recommend them to anyo...
ne!
Allie W
5.0
10/23/2024
Ryan was incredible! He was so organized and captured our perfect day in such a beautiful way. I cannot recommend him enough!!
Michelle S
5.0
10/23/2024
Ryan was so professional, creative and we loved working with him! Our wedding photos are beautiful, stunning and he captured all of our emotions and our day perfectly.
Sam P
5.0
10/23/2024
Ryan and Holly are extremely professional and easy to work with. They take so much pressure off the seriousness of photography while getting all the perfect shots. They kept us lau...
ghing and smiling through every session and all our wedding photos. The results are always incredible. Couldn't imagine doing photos with anyone else.
Tabatha R
5.0
10/22/2024
Ryan Gauper and his team are amazing. They are very professional and have an eye for taking the perfect picture.
Jodi S
5.0
10/22/2024
Ryan is extremely professional in all of his communication, and is a talented photographer. The photos I got back are my absolute favorite photos and I will treasure them forever!
Che B
5.0
10/22/2024
Ryan Gauper is amazing. His knowledge, expertise and gift to capture moments of signifcance is aweseome. Hire him.
Seth M
5.0
10/22/2024
As a photographer myself, my standards were SO high and Ryan still exceeded my expectations. We knew his work was amazing but we met with him through zoom and his personality was j...
ust as great! We flew him to Rhode Island because he was worth it! We couldn't be happier with the experience and final products!
Heather R
5.0
10/22/2024
Though we weren’t able to have Ryan & Holly at our own wedding, we have been in the bridal party of a wedding they’ve captured along with having them capture other special moments ...
of our family over the last few years, and we LOVE THEM! They are so much fun, have such an amazing gift and artistic eye. The way they make sure everything goes seamless and that everyone feels comfortable and confident is so special. If I could redo my own wedding, they would be there no matter what and I would definitely recommend them to any future bride & grooms!
Shelby W
5.0
10/22/2024
Ryan was amazing for our wedding and was exactly what we wanted and needed. Everything was well organized, very professional, and fun! Holly did an amazing job getting our dream ...
photos to us after our wedding with insane speed. We can’t wait to use Gauper Photo again in the future to keep documenting our big life events.
Alexis H
5.0
8/16/2024
Our photos from Ryan ended up being beyond our expectations! We had never had professional photos done of us before so we were nervous, but Ryan made us feel so comfortable. We mad...
e it very clear to Ryan what kind of photos were important to us and what we liked, and he definitely delivered. We both said we would drive hours across the state just to get photographed by Ryan again. (I would have added some photos to this review for you to see how amazing they turned out, but technology was not on my side today!)
Shannon R
5.0
12/03/2023
Ryan and crew were amazing for my son's wedding. This was the first of our children to get married, so none of us had any idea how to organize photos. They kept us on track. Des...
pite the cold of the day, they kept us on schedule through family photos. Everything turned out BEAUTIFULLY. We could not be happier with the results. We will definitely be working with GAUPERphoto again in the future.
Hallyn S
5.0
11/10/2023
Ryan and Holly were so much fun to work with, very professional, and the photos are absolutely stunning! My husband and I are so happy with everything. 10/10 would recommend!
Lydia E
5.0
11/09/2023
Ryan and Holly capture the magic of every wedding they do! Every laugh, cheers, silly dance, and tear of the wedding is still reminisced on through the album they made for us nearl...
y 5 years later. I couldn’t recommend them more. 🥰
Dawn W
5.0
11/09/2023
I had an amazing experience with GAUPERphoto for our family pictures in downtown Kalamazoo! They captured beautiful moments of me, my husband, and our 2-year-old son. These are by...
far the best family photos we've ever had done. The team's creativity and professionalism truly shone through, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Five stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Amanda B
5.0
11/09/2023
Ryan and Holly are really. darn. good. at what they do! 5 years later and the photos still “wow” me every time I look at them. Book them. You will not regret it.
Donna S
5.0
11/09/2023
So amazing. Did a meet and greet beforehand and it really helped break the ice. Ryan was very professional as well as personable all while getting a ton of photos of our big day!...
The photos were creative and very well shot. Absolutely beautiful!
Best photographer to capture any moment!
Would and do recommend to everyone!
Kellie H
5.0
11/09/2023
Ryan wasn’t my wedding photographer but he did shoot with me at a wedding as my second photographer and his photos were amazing! Some that he took were favorites of mine from the ...
day. Not only were the photos beautiful, he was so easy going and fun to be around. My clients commented on how great of an addition he was to their day!
Stephanie K
5.0
11/09/2023
Best wedding photographer ever! Very creative shots, people always compliment how amazing the photos turned out! Plus Ryan super fun to be around makes you feel very comfortable wh...
ile shooting!
Kayli S
5.0
11/08/2023
Absolutely outstanding experience with GAUPERphoto. The whole day was so cohesive and natural and the photos turned out gorgeous! Not only was the customer service incredible but w...
e were able to go about our day while Ryan handled the entire day with so much grace and passion. Their work speaks for itself but it’s so amazing to also enjoy them as a person! Highly recommend for your wedding day!
Jourdan U
5.0
11/08/2023
GAUPERphoto shot our engagement photos, both of our weddings (thanks COVID) and we could not have been happier. They were a joy to work with, they made us feel super comfortable in...
front of the camera, and captured the most stunning photos. If I could leave 10 stars, I would. I could not recommend them enough!
Joe B
5.0
11/08/2023
After reviewing Ryan's The Knot profiled we booked him and his wife Holly for our engagement photos and wedding in 2023.
Not only is Ryan a talented photographer, he's hilarious, ...
and a ton of fun to work with! My wife and I had so much fun with our engagement photos, and LOVED our wedding photos.
When it came time to review the photos, the process was painless, and the finished product was perfect!
I would happily refer Ryan to anyone getting married in his service area, and God forbid I getting married a second time, would book him in a heartbeat
Jesselyn E
5.0
11/08/2023
I knew when I got engaged that booking Gauperphoto for our wedding was top priority! As a photographer, I have worked alongside both Holly and Ryan, and they are incredible. They t...
ruly have such an eye and gift for photography. The thing I love most about their work is, the dependability, quality, and surprises you get too in a gallery that you didn’t even know were captured. Ryan did incredible capturing our wedding. We love our gallery and they do an excellent job with their edits as well ensuring they are clean, fresh, timeless yet fun. Thanks so much, Gauperphoto!
Jessica K
5.0
11/08/2023
Wedding planning can be so difficult to navigate and there are so many options for vendors or can be overwhelming. Choosing a photographer is one of the most important decisions be...
cause the photos last forever. They capture the day and the details you spend so many hours planning. Choosing The Gaupers was the best decision we could have made. They were professional but down to earth, had every minute of the day planned out for our best interest at heart, and the photos speak for themselves! I will forever cherish our wedding photographs and I'm so thankful for Ryan and Holly (even if it was 13 years ago now!)
Samantha R
5.0
10/13/2023
From the very start of our journey together the GAUPERphoto team were fantastic! My husband and I aren’t the greatest when it comes to being photographed so it was important to us ...
to find someone who helped us feel comfortable, while capturing who we truly are. The photographs taken of our engagement and wedding were absolutely stunning. GAUPERphoto has an eye for beautiful candid shots. Ryan did a phenomenal job with communication as we had many questions along the way. He was quick with responses and took his time to make us feel like the most important customer, while ensuring we were completely satisfied throughout the entire process. In initial conversations while discussing our wedding venue (The Cheney Place) Ryan’s experience shown through, offering several tips, thoughts, ideas and his previous work. The day of our wedding Ryan and his crew did a great job of blending in while capturing every intimate moment. In the time since our wedding we gave birth to our beautiful baby girl, and as a result of our positive experiences we’re looking to book a mini-session with GAUPERphoto and hope to continue our relationship with them. I couldn’t recommend them more for your upcoming engagement, wedding, or any photo worthy event!!
Lindsay D
5.0
10/13/2023
Ryan and Holly do absolutely amazing work! Ryan captured some of the most beautiful candid moments on our wedding day that we will forever cherish. Holly worked her magic on the ed...
iting to make the pictures look incredible and timeless. They were also very easy to work with, making wedding planning less stressful. We would recommend GAUPERphoto to anyone and will use them again in the future.
Justin R
5.0
5/10/2023
Ryan was absolutely flawless shooting our wedding at District5 schoolhouse in Zeeland, he got the right angles and shots to make everything perfect. We had gotten advice on a local...
spot to shoot our Bride and Groom wedding photos and Ryan took the time out of his day and made the trip before hand to scout out the area. True professional and highly recommend!
Annie B
5.0
2/24/2023
Ryan and his team was one of the best decisions we made when we planned our wedding. Their photos were on point. I was expecting to be exhausted of having to be photographed by t...
he end of the day but they made the whole process streamlined and fun. They are so talented and are keen to catch those unique moments that are so valuable!
Chelsea C
5.0
1/08/2023
My sister is a phenomenal wedding photographer. When I got engaged, I asked her to help me find a photographer whose skill level was comparable to hers--and ideally wouldn't break ...
the bank! Ryan Gauper couldn't have been more perfect. He was so organized and helpful in communication, and his wife Holly did an incredible job with the photo edits.
Furthermore, my wife and I changed our wedding venue location last minute and updated our website and FB info but somehow FORGOT to tell our photographer--!!--until day OF! But he was unfazed, made it to the new location ASAP, and jumped right into taking incredible photos. I couldn't believe my forgetfulness and was so incredibly grateful at Ryan's calm demeanor and handling of the situation.
The quality of the photos is breathtaking. 100% recommend.
Mary M
5.0
12/20/2022
Ryan and Holly are THE BEST! First of all, their photos are all incredible. I love looking at our wedding album and photos. I gush every single time I look at them. Beyond their...
amazing work, they were so great to work with throughout our planning process and day of our wedding. They made us feel so at ease and comfortable on the day of our wedding, which is huge when you're taking such important photos. Cannot recommend the Gaupers enough. Do yourself a favor and book them!!
Maria V
5.0
12/20/2022
They were amazing to work with . Ryan was very on top of it and helped me not forget about the little details. The editing style was everything that I hoped for. Ryan was so easy t...
o work with and made my husband and I feel so relaxed in front of the camera.
Matthew R
5.0
12/17/2022
GAUPERphoto took away all the nerves of the day. They were like a ninja with a camera and the pictures are excellent. My wife and I will cherish them forever!
Christina R
5.0
12/16/2022
Ryan and the 2nd shooter he hired (we chose the package with 2 photographers) were both incredibly professional and fun to work with. They were great at posing us and all our bride...
speople and took hundreds of amazing photos without distracting us from being in the moment. Ryan was also great at keeping up with communication leading up to the big day. My wife and I would recommend Gauper Photo to anyone looking to capture their perfect day!
Jolene O
5.0
12/14/2022
Ryan did a great job with the photos and was willing to work with us with our abbreviated schedule (did not book for the full 8-10 hours session). Pictures turned out great. :)
Janelle B
5.0
12/14/2022
Ryan and Holly are a knock out team when it comes to photographing and editing. They were very easy to work with through the whole process. They provided insight on things we may n...
ot have thought of and took on all our special requests in terms of what we were looking for. As a couple that doesn't like getting in front of the camera Ryan made us feel super comfortable and I honestly felt like amazingly at ease that day. A lot thanks to him. I would highly recommend Gauper Photo, and do to everyone I know!
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Ryan Gauper
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