I'd like to keep it short and sweet but that won't be possible. Geoff and Lyndsi were absolutely the best duo we could have imagined working with for our wedding photos. They excee...ded our expectations in EVERY way.
-The decision-
We spoke with several photographers before talking with Geoff and Lyndsi. All of them were professional and talented, but after learning about Geoff and Lyndsi from friends last summer and speaking with them over the phone, we felt the most excited about their approach and attitude.
-The planning-
We got married in upstate New York in July of 2023, and we were excited that Geoff and Lyndsi were available to work with us. Throughout the whole planning process Geoff and Lyndsi were incredibly helpful and thoughtful. We talked through the wedding day timeline a week or so before the event, and even though we had some last-minute changes, they were patient and accommodating. They had great suggestions and their experience in the industry was really helpful in planning some of the logistics of the photo schedule. Working with them was truly a dream from the very beginning.
-The actual wedding-
In the days leading up to the wedding, Geoff and Lyndsi spent time walking around the venue and getting familiar with the space and layout. On our actual wedding day, they were warm, attentive, and helped us prioritize particular shots with family and friends. The day was hot - so hot - and they were champs, running around with their gear in the sun and assuring us we probably wouldn't look as sweaty in photos as we were in real life. Throughout every portion of the day, they were a pleasure to be with. They were enthusiastic but still calm, organized but flexible, and professional but so fun. Ahead of the wedding, we received so much advice to "be present and enjoy the day" and we expected that it would be difficult to feel immersed in everything, but Geoff and Lyndsi were a huge part of the reason we were able to be fully present during the day. We had SO much fun with them and because of them.
-The photos-
We weren't paying attention to where Geoff and Lyndsi were physically during the ceremony or much of the reception, so we were absolutely floored when we saw some of the photos they took. (The first surprise was receiving so many sneak peek photos SO quickly. Do they sleep? We're not sure.) We have vague memories of Geoff or Lyndsi turning quickly to catch a shared glance, hug, or dance-off, but never could have imagined that these photos would capture the energy and love the way they did. It has been such a joy to see the day through their lens. Flipping through the album they delivered feels like opening a hundred handwritten letters from friends - each photo is truly a treasure. The talent and creativity these two brought to our wedding day is something we'll be grateful for the rest of our lives.
Planning a wedding is nuts. Geoff and Lyndsi were such an easy decision, and we've been increasingly grateful for the past year to know them and have the opportunity to work with them. Of all the costs associated with weddings, we felt that the value these two brought to their work would give us lasting memories. That was true. What we didn't expect was how priceless it would be to be able to fully experience our wedding day. Entrusting Geoff and Lyndsi with the photo process allowed us to fully experience every beautiful moment.
Seriously, Geoff and Lynds, thank you.