5 out of 5 stars and 326 reviews
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(326)Best of Weddings (16x).Tri-State Area & Destinations from Europe to the Caribbean
$895 starting price
Videography services available
About this vendor
Daniel & Linda
President
In business: 25+ years
Team: 15 members
Languages: English
Business: Woman-owned Business
Your Day, Your Style through Our Lens
Our studio, based in the Reading Bridal District blends Traditional, Editorial, Fine Art and Photojournalistic/Candid photography styles with a variety of editing styles including Light/Bright, Dark/Moody, Classic Film, Black & White and Boho to personalize your photos to showcase your style and your day.
Our story began in 1999 in my home with two simple values that led us to becoming the top rated studio in the region. Those core values have never changed. Care about every person you interact with and do everything you do with the very best quality possible. If those two things happen, everything else will work out.
In 2012 my wife joined the team and has been invaluable. She is often the one answering phones and emails so make sure to say hello to Linda!
We include engagement sessions with every package so you can get comfortable with the direction we give and communicate with us what you like and don't like so we can customize how we photograph you on your day.
Our comprehensive packages include everything you need to avoid additional expenses: All Day coverage instead of hourly, two edits of each image including a timeless film look and an editing style of your choice and a copyright release to use your photos as you see fit.
We are here to guide you and capture your day to relive for a lifetime. We can't wait to be part of your special day!
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Micro Wedding
$995 starting price
Micro Wedding
$995 starting price
3 hours
3 hours
One-Person Photography Team
One-Person Photography Team
Minimum of 150 Photos
Minimum of 150 Photos
Online Viewing, Ordering, Digital Download
Online Viewing, Ordering, Digital Download
1 Locations
1 Locations
Classic Wedding Package
$1,995 starting price
Classic Wedding Package
$1,995 starting price
9 hours
9 hours
1-Person Photography Team
1-Person Photography Team
Minimum of 300 Photos
Minimum of 300 Photos
Online Viewing, Ordering, Digital Download
Online Viewing, Ordering, Digital Download
Unlimited Locations
Unlimited Locations
Second Photographer Add $500 (adds 200+ photos)
Second Photographer Add $500 (adds 200+ photos)
Engagement Session
Engagement Session
Dream Team Package
$5,995 starting price
Dream Team Package
$5,995 starting price
12 hours
12 hours
Daniel Michael + Master Photographer
Daniel Michael + Master Photographer
Minimum of 700 Photos
Minimum of 700 Photos
Everything from Classic Package
Everything from Classic Package
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- Micro Wedding$995 starting priceMicro Wedding$995 starting price3 hours3 hoursOne-Person Photography TeamOne-Person Photography TeamMinimum of 150 PhotosMinimum of 150 PhotosOnline Viewing, Ordering, Digital DownloadOnline Viewing, Ordering, Digital Download1 Locations1 Locations
- Classic Wedding Package$1,995 starting priceClassic Wedding Package$1,995 starting price9 hours9 hours1-Person Photography Team1-Person Photography TeamMinimum of 300 PhotosMinimum of 300 PhotosOnline Viewing, Ordering, Digital DownloadOnline Viewing, Ordering, Digital DownloadUnlimited LocationsUnlimited LocationsSecond Photographer Add $500 (adds 200+ photos)Second Photographer Add $500 (adds 200+ photos)Engagement SessionEngagement Session
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- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Boudoir
- Bridal Portraits
- Day After Session
- Engagement
- Trash The Dress
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- Digital Files
- Film Photography
- Online Proofing
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- Second Shooter Available
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Classic
- Documentary
- Dramatic
- Lifestyle
- Modern
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
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I could go on and on about how great our experience with Daniel Michael but I'll try to keep it short and helpful since there is a character limit!
My husband and I had a unique wedding photography session. It was our dream to have our wedding pictures at Great American Ball Park BUT we could only have it on a non-game day and for sentimental reasons we wanted our actual wedding to be on 6/21/24, so our pictures had to be done the day before on 6/20/24. Daniel and his team were great about adjusting their pricing since it was more like a portrait session instead of a full blown wedding.
Leading up to our pictures, Daniel Michael and his team were great about answering any questions we had and if they didn't follow up on my email the day I sent it, they got back to me bright and early the next day! He also made sure to schedule 2 consultation sessions, one to get to know us and one to wrap up any details a few weeks before our photo session. He literally wrote down the names of our family members so that he could address everyone by name during our pictures! He even asked about our family's relationships with each other because my parents are divorced and not exactly on great terms, so he wanted to be mindful of that.
The day of our pictures was unfortunately the hottest week of the year. I mean, it was 95 degrees and there was not a cloud in the sky so it felt more like 100+ degrees. Daniel was right on time and since we were only a party of 12, he was the only photographer with us. He had to carry around his camera and lighting equipment in the heat and never complained once. I let him know during one of our consultation sessions that my husband and I don't have any experience with taking professional photos, so we would need him to guide us and help us with poses. Daniel didn't let me down! He told us how to pose, he fluffed and styled my dress's long train at every place we took pictures, and he got through all of our pictures super fast (which was important because we had some older family members with us and again, it felt like it was 100+ degrees).
We ended up ending our session a little early because it was so hot and Daniel made sure to check with us multiple times to make sure that's what we wanted since we paid for 3 hours and didn't use it all. That really impressed me because we just walked all over a huge baseball stadium AND took a bunch of awesome pictures outside the stadium and again, he never complained once or lost his positive attitude.
We got our pictures back a few days ago and OH MY GOSH they look AMAZING!! I was worried that we were all going to look like we just went swimming because we were all sweating so much but between the lighting, the posing, and photo editing you couldn't tell we were hot at all! It looked like we took pictures on a nice, breezy, 70 degree day! I truly cannot get over how great every single picture he sent over looks. He even got them edited and sent back within 4 weeks during wedding season!
TL;DR Daniel and his team are so fun to work with, are great at communication, willing to work with you on pricing depending on what kind of photo session you need, work with you to get the best shot possible, and get your pictures back to you as soon as possible. I truly wish I could give Daniel Michael more than 5 stars. I have no complaints at all!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
OMG! Thank you so much! I had such a great time with you guys and I'm so glad you love your photos as much as I loved the little time we had together. Literally everything you said here is exactly what I want our couples to know. The difference...
between someone who takes your pictures and someone who photographs your wedding is so eloquently put in your review. I like it so much I'm going to make it our highlighted review!! Thank you again. You didn't just make my night, you made my week!
Daniel was great about keeping us on schedule throughout the wedding day, which was a huge help! He is very experienced and knowledgeable. Great quality photos.
Mark and Terry were amazing at my wedding 8/24/24. With the heat we had to change plans and we were also running way behind on the timeline. They powered through getting all the photos back on track. I'm so excited to get my photos back. I'm obsessed with some of the pictures Mark showed me during the day. I can't say enough about how great my experience was
Response from the Vendor on 08/30/2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Mark and Terry made your day special, even with the unexpected changes and heat. We can't wait for you to see all the photos either!
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We could not have picked a better photography company to do our engagement photos and our wedding. Jenna was amazing to work with. I am not a very photogenic person, but she was able to explain to me how to pose and got some awesome pictures. The quality of the pictures was superb. She was very thorough with all the pictures we got for our wedding. I could not believe all the pictures she took. They were so sweet and fun. She did a perfect job of capturing our wedding, and all the fun everyone had.
Response from the Vendor on 08/20/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled that you had such a positive experience with Jenna. It’s wonderful to hear that she made you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera, and that you loved the final images. Captu...
ring those sweet and fun moments is what we strive for, so knowing that we perfectly documented your special day means the world to us. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness and cherished memories!
OMG OMG OMG!!! I cannot even begin to describe how AMAZING this team has been!
From the start, they have been very communicative, friendly, and professional! We met with Daniel for over an hour and a half to go over the packages and options before booking.
We selected Eric as our photographer and Tyler came as his second photographer. Eric and Tyler were absolute gems to work with! Eric is very funny and kind, and is able to keep the timeline moving! Tyler was fun to have, as he was experimenting with some shots and poses of his own.
We just really loved that we were able to get candid shots along with our posed shots. Just an incredible job all around!
We got our wedding photos back in 5 weeks. We got 1,200 photos back! It is so hard to pick any favorites and which ones to print because there is not a bad photo in the bunch! They are all STUNNING!!
If you haven’t booked your wedding photographer yet, STOP LOOKING AND BOOK NOW!
Response from the Vendor on 08/06/2024
We are so thrilled that you had a wonderful experience! I know we had a blast all day capturing your special memories and I'll make sure Tyler sees your review as well. It was an absolute honor getting to be there with you all. Thank you so muc...
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-Eric
I couldn’t have got a better photographer for my special day! So professional and just a joy to be around every photographer from the team! Daniel is a true artist and his knowledge is unbeatable. I can’t wait to get my photos back! From the first meeting to the day of my wedding it was nothing but a fantastic experience! I think magical is the only word to describe it.
Daniel Michael and his team were incredible! They are super easy to work with and Daniel knows his stuff but also knows how to laugh and have a good time. Her and his team had everything we could think of and more with them and they all did an extremely great job of working with our flower girl. The next time we need a photographer for any reason, I know where our first stop is going to be.
Response from the Vendor on 07/11/2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed working with Daniel and our team. It was our pleasure to add some fun to your special day and to ensure that even your youngest guests had a great time! We loo...
k forward to capturing more beautiful moments for you in the future. Thank you for trusting us with your memories, and we can't wait to see you again for your next photography needs!
We had a wonderful experience working with Don from Images by Daniel Michael. He did our engagement photos as part of our wedding package and our pictures turned out great! It was nice working with him and Emily during the wedding. We told him we’re not used to getting professional photos and he made us feel comfortable and showed us how to pose in front of the camera. We had a wonderful wedding and we cannot wait to see our final photos!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/09/2024
We're so thrilled to hear of how your experience was! Don is amazing and we're so excited for you to see your photos!
Images by Daniel Michael was absolutely amazing to work with! Not only were the photos absolutely stunning, but the team was incredible to work with as well. The team made the day super fun and the photo process a lot easier than it could have been. Jenna was the most incredible assistant and Tyler was awesome as the second photographer. And I can't leave out Dan who kept us all on schedule, took incredible photos, and joked around with us all day. I also love that the team is with you for as long as you need them. They set a schedule and kept us on time (we were actually ahead of schedule). I cannot recommend Images by Daniel Michael enough!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
You guys are the best! I'm so glad to have you continue to stay in touch and hopefully continue to catch up at our future socials! Karaoke is coming again soon!
I hired Daniel Michael’s photography for my Daughter/Son in laws wedding on March 10, 2024. I met with Daniel and explained my daughter wasn’t a huge fan of photographers as she didn’t like the cheesy poses she was made to do in the past. Daniel recommend Johnny Darwish, a Master Photographer, who works for him. Johnny didn’t disappoint. He took outstanding engagement photos of the couple before the wedding. We needed up using his photos in our wedding programs and it made them so much better. Johnny has a keen eye for just the right moment to snap a picture. And he made everyone feel at ease when snapping photo’s especially my daughter, the bride. Johnny was also very artistic as well as fun with his choice of photos. Since they got married on “Mario” Day he got creative with some of the props they brought to really make it unique and special for them. I can see why Daniel Michael photography has earned so many awards! I can’t recommend this photographer enough. He was our favorite vendor we worked with that special day! If you want unique and memorable photography, book with Daniel Michaels photography. They are well worth the money and will make everything easy and beautiful!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
I love that ring shot with the figures! Johnny is just the perfect amount of "nerd" to understand the rule and how to add that special touch. Thank you so much for your kind words!!
Phenomenal experience from our engagement photos to our wedding. Johnny was amazing the role time!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
Johnny is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing with everyone. He and I both appreciate it!
I had an amazing experience with Daniel Michael's team. I chose to work with Jenna, based on some of the work I saw on the website, and she was an excellent choice for me. Her and beautiful. What made the experience even better though, was her team (Tyler and Elaine) who were fabulous also. You forget just how chaotic it can be prior to your wedding, and they were there to make everything flow smoother, more seamless (and I don't just mean pictures literally anything)-and frankly, we all just liked all of them. If you are trying to decide-take this as the sign you are looking for, and book them-you will not regret it.
Response from the Vendor on 11/14/2023
I'm thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience with Jenna, Tyler, and Elaine. They will be so excited to see this! Thanks for the glowing recommendation – it's always fantastic to know our team's efforts are making such a positive im...
pact! 🌟📸🎉
Dan and his team are absolutely amazing! We had Mark and Allison as our photographers and they were absolutely awesome and made the whole day so easygoing and magical and the pictures turned out PHENOMENAL!! HIGHLY recommend them for your special day or any event you’re looking for! 110% satisfied!
Response from the Vendor on 11/14/2023
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Mark, Allison, and the team made your day magical and that you loved the photos. Your recommendation means the world to us. We're honored to have been a part of your special...
day and are delighted to know you're 110% satisfied! 🌟
Don was our photographer for our engagement shoot and wedding. He is AMAZING. At our engagement shoot he helped us to feel more comfortable getting pictures taken (if you're like me, you feel super awkward with this stuff) so we have some where you can really see that we're just having fun. He has a great eye for using the environment to make some beautiful pictures and definitely captures the big moments. Also if you or your ladies are the types to look back at photos and realize your bra strap is showing or necklace isn't straight? Don's got you! He notices EVERYTHING and will make sure everyone is looking just right for the photo. We are so happy that he was part of our day!
We only have our sneak peek so far (he had it ready after just one week!) and we're so excited to see the rest!
Response from the Vendor on 11/14/2023
Thank you so much! It sounds like Don was the perfect photographer for your special moments! It's great to hear how he skillfully blended the environment into your photos. Cheers to Don for capturing your joy so wonderfully! 📸✨
From our first conversation, I knew that we would book Images by Daniel Michael. Their portfolio along with services offered was exactly what we wanted. The day of our wedding and Don and Teri were dream team! Don made sure that he gave guidance so we looked our best and our day flowed smoothly. Teri had a touch for photojournalism and they captured moments that I didn’t even know exist during the day. Don’s ability see an image from a unique lens, utilize light and capture breathtaking images is unparalleled! Best decision of our special day, other than getting married, was having Don capture our day!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2023
Thank you so much! I"m going to forward this over to them. They will love it!
We couldn’t be happier working with Eric at Images by Daniel Michael! He was extremely friendly, personable and extremely detailed. You can tell they really care and want your wedding day to be special. When we met with Daniel Michael on the first visit, we got the sense right off the bat his invested they are. We did engagement pics and wedding pics with them.
One caveat, is they default to engagement photos at Sharon Woods. If you went a different location, you’ll have to suggest that to them (and possibly pay a fee).
But all in all, they were great to work with and are extremely pleased with the quality of our photos! We already have a few canvases up on our wall 😊❤️
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2023
Thank you so much! We try to make everything transparent and all-inclusive but you are right. There is a $100 upgrade paid directly to the photographer for any additional time, travel, and parking to go to the location of your choice. I typi...
cally cover that in the initial meeting. I'm sorry for not making that clear. Anyways, so glad everything went great and thanks for taking the time to write this! Congrats!!
If you are looking for a wedding photographer, look no further! Images by Daniel Michael is organized, personable, and great to work with through the whole wedding planning process! Their experience in the field made it easy for us to trust them to capture our special day. And they delivered! We, in addition to our family and friends, are SO happy with how our wedding photos turned out and will treasure them for years to come. We worked with Johnny Darwish (lead photographer), Terry (bridal assistant), and Noah (photojournalistic photographer). It was great getting to know Johnny better through both our engagement photos session as well as our pre-wedding meeting. It made us feel more comfortable with him and allowed him to get to know us better as a couple. He asked questions concerning our style, likes and dislikes, and the photos that we wanted to prioritize capturing on the day of our wedding (like my obsession with the church's giant wooden doors...we got multiple photos in front of those!). It was also nice to get some experience in front of the camera before the wedding day through the engagement photos. Johnny was SUPER patient, captured lots of funny moments throughout the day (including my grandma's thirty second appearance on the dance floor), and thought of breathtaking shots all day (and we are far from models!). Terry fixed my train at least 100 times throughout the day and was super helpful. She even sewed ripped pants on the fly! Noah (attempted) to keep the groomsmen in line and came up with fun poses and angles to give us lots of cool photos. The candid photos are some of my personal favorites. We cannot recommend Images by Daniel Michael enough. Seriously, they know what they are doing, are talented professionals, and all-around great people!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2023
This is amazing. Thank you so much. It's exactly what we wanted for you and hope every couple has for their wedding!
Our photographer Mark did an amazing job photographing our entire day! You could tell that he really enjoyed what he does and he was very meticulous in ensuring that the photos had the best lighting, angles, etc. Along with him he also had a 'journalist', Noah, who took candid shots throughout the day and had an amazing personality, bringing great vibes to the entire experience! He was also very detail oriented and noticed/helped remove all the little things that would show up in pictures such as guys having their phones in their front pockets. They also had an assistant that was unbelievably helpful and attentive! She was always there to fluff the train of my dress, give a tissue when needed, and even gave us water to stay hydrated in between photos. We haven't received the full set of photos yet, but based on the quality of the ones they would share with us on their cameras throughout the day I can honestly say that the anticipation to see the full set is killing me!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2023
That's amazing! Thank you. I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself and your photos!
We hired Daniel for our wedding and we are more than happy with our decision!! Daniel is more than just a great photographer, he made us all feel comfortable! He was very professional but also friendly and knew how to keep the mood uplifted, even when there was almost a major wardrobe malfunction. His assistants that day were professional and helped the day move smoothly. We never felt overwhelmed with the amount of photos/poses and he was very conscious of getting pictures we didn’t even know we wanted! He had tons of early previews for us within a week of our wedding and the edits are amazing! Everyone has complimented how beautiful our photos are! Thank you Daniel!! You made what we dreaded (being in front of the camera) our most treasured memories!
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2023
Awww! Thank you! It's so important to be able to feel comfortable in your photos and throughout the day. I think that's more important than the photos themselves. Thank you!
Our photographer, Jenna Walch, did an amazing job! She was there for our wedding the entire day and captured amazing photos! Would recommend!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2023
Thank you so much! She really appreciated you taking the time to write this!
Absolutely wonderful people to work with! Don was our main photographer. He gave us suggestions on poses, made everything feel natural and was fun to work with. Our pictures are stunning and this company does not nickel and dime you. You own all pictures (digital) after they are taken without having to pay extra (unless you want them to do a printed photo album). I would book them again in a heartbeat!
Response from the Vendor on 01/18/2023
We're thrilled that you loved your photos, Becky! Don is such a special person and he was so glad to get to spend the wonderful day with you and Gregory.
My photographer was Don and he was amazing! Our wedding was November 2022 and Don (along with his team) made sure that we were able to get some awesome pictures that captured our day perfectly. Don also worked with us on our engagement pictures were turned out great! Don is extremely talented and I would recommend him to anyone planning a special event!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2023
Don may be the most talented photographer I've met and certainly worked with. He also truly appreciates every review. Thank you so much.
From our engagement photos to our wedding photos Johnny did amazing! It snowed on our wedding day and he had a clear plastic sheet to put under my dress, so that it did not get wet when we were standing outdoors for photos. It was a great idea and worked perfect! Noah and Johnny worked well together! Ricky was amazing and even put her jacket around me as I waiting outside the chapel in the cold!
Response from the Vendor on 10/18/2023
I'm so glad you had a great day. I totally forgot it snowed that day! Just a week before it was in the 70's! Johnny certainly does think of everything. I think I'm going to switch to a clear sheet for myself. I've always used a white one!
Wonderful photographers and team that was with us all day long and helpful at each stage of the day capturing everything! The pictures couldn’t have turned out better and with a quick return of the many photos.
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
You're so kind! Thank you for sharing.
Johnny is absolutely amazing to work with. He went out of his way to make sure we loved our engagement photos and were comfortable with taking photos. He was a lot of fun to work with in the year leading up to our wedding. Johnny and Rick were a great team on the day of the wedding, making for a lot of amazing photos being taken. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and love how all our photos turned out, especially the wedding day ones. We would recommend Images by Daniel Michael, especially Johnny Darwish, to anyone looking for a photographer.
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
Thank you! Johnny and the crew love seeing this and appreciate it so much!
Our photographer was Mark and he is absolutely incredible! I am obsessed with our pictures and so glad we chose Images by Daniel Michael! Mark did a phenomenal job making us feel comfortable and I am seriously blown away with the end result.
Response from the Vendor on 08/02/2022
We are so happy that you love your photos! Mark is truly an amazing photographer, but you and Matt were the absolute best couple to spend the day with. Mark, Kirstin and Terry all loved being there for your beautiful day!
We decided to go with Images by Daniel Michael for our wedding based on all of the rave reviews we read, and they couldn’t have been more correct. We are extremely happy with our decision, particularly in choosing Amber as our photographer. We just got our pictures, and it was amazing to relive our big night. Working with Amber and her team was truly a fantastic experience, and we are very happy with how our wedding and pictures turned out. They did an extremely professional job, and handled everything fantastically despite some hectic weather (they got a bit wet!). On the wedding day, it was a huge relief to know that their team had everything we needed and kept us right on schedule. We didn’t even notice them during the ceremony and reception, yet the quality and quantity of the pictures they took are amazing. We are extremely thankful that we were in such good hands, thanks Amber and team!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
This is exactly what we strive for! Guide you when you need it and discretely capture the rest of the day!
What an absolutely amazing photography team! From the moment my husband and I met Daniel Michael at a bridal show, we knew we wanted to work with his photographers. Their work is the best in Cincinnati, hands down! Our main photographer, Amber, did such a wonderful job with both our engagement photos and our wedding photos! She really embraced our vision and put 100% of her effort into making sure we had some awesome photos!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
Thank you! I couldn't have said it better. This is our interpretation of YOUR vision. I'm so glad that came through in your photos and your experience!
Working with Dan was so easy! From the moment I first met him, I knew that he would be the perfect person to capture our big day. Dan brings a whole team to help make the day go smoothly. He captured so many great moments and includes a second photographer to get great candid moments, too. Dan feels more like a friend than a wedding photographer. Our pictures turned out better than I could have even imagined. I would recommend Images by Daniel Michael to everyone!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
Thank you! Your wedding was amazing and I'm glad you enjoyed it as much as I did!
As a vendor in the wedding market I want to brag about Daniel Michael and his team. Working with them is absolutely amazing!! So many others do not understand photography, and the art of it all like they do... their pictures not only capture the moment but they tell a story. The pictures are always phenomenal, their staff is top notch, they do not miss opportunities and are on top of their job!! Very important to me and another vendor that needs to pay attention to timing... they stay on time!!!
When we have the pleasure of with with the Daniel Michael Team we know it's gonna be a great night!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
We love working with you as well! I'm so glad to have you guys down in the Reading Bridal District with us and look forward to many amazing weddings together in the future!
My wife Brittany and I were married at Cooper Creek on 12/18/2021. Daniel Michael was our photographer, and we cannot say enough great things about our experience.
We met with Dan in our initial consultation and right away we knew he would be our guy. The pictures on the wall of his studio are stunning, but it was the way he explained the how and the why behind taking each photo completely sold us. Not to mention he is a good bourbon drinker, so we knew he could be trusted!
He shot our engagement photos a few months later. They came out great and left us excited for what would be captured on this big day.
The day of Dan wand his team were a dream. Dan told us to take in the day because it would go by fast, and he was right. But his advice never escaped me that day either. They shot all of our first look and group photos before the wedding and everything was painless. At the ceremony and reception, you didn't even notice they were there.
We just received our photos back, and all I can say is WOW. The meaning and the emotion of the day that was able to be captured in so many pictures amazed me. You can see the experience and attention to detail in every picture.
I would recommend Dan and his company to anyone. Dan is a great guy, and his company is the best at what they do. Do yourself a favor and hire the best to capture your special day. It will be the best decision you make.
Response from the Vendor on 01/08/2022
You guys are the best!! What a day it was. Can't wait to catch up again hopefully for next weeks barrel proof bourbon tasting!!
We just cannot say enough nice things about this studio and their photography. We first spoke with Daniel Michael on the phone after he was referred to us by several other vendors we had secured. He was so outgoing and friendly! He really spoke to the craft behind his photography which we enjoyed hearing. We also appreciate the time he puts in day of. He doesn’t set an end time like most photographers, he stays until he feels he’s captured all the shots and moments he needs to or you want him to. He keeps everyone laughing and managed posing our large bridal party with ease (20 people total)!! One of the BEST parts about working Daniel Michael was his amazing team. I (the bride) cannot say enough nice things about Terry!! She was my shadow, had an emergency kit with anything you could think of, fluffed my dress for every picture, held my flowers and shawl as they were in/out of pictures and had a very calming energy about her which rubbed off on me from the beginning. She was a dream and I can’t imagine my day or pictures being half as perfect without her help. The turnaround on both our engagement pictures and wedding pictures was incredible! We returned home from our honeymoon and were surprised with a sneak peek just one week after our wedding!! The pictures were breath taking, the candids were perfect and we honestly couldn’t imagine having worked with another photographer. Thank you Daniel Michael and your dream team!
Response from the Vendor on 02/18/2022
Thank you Alisha, I'll be sure Terry reads this too! It sure helps having a funny, experienced team to help lead the day! I love getting those sneak peaks to you quickly, a wedding day goes by so quickly, its awesome to get to relive the day...
at your own pace!
Daniel Michael was amazing. He listened to what we wanted and helped us craft our timeline for the day to make sure it was what we wanted! It was everything we could have hope for. We got our pictures back recently and they were amazing! They captured the candid moments from the day and the posed pictures were great also!
Response from the Vendor on 02/18/2022
Thank you Hannah, it sure helps having someone with years and years of experience there to guide you not only on the photos, but like you mentioned, the timeline. It all culminates in a day that really shines through in the photos.
Images by Daniel Michael were awesome! My initial interaction was with Daniel over the phone, and he spoke with me for a long time, giving lots of information about the company's experience and services and answering all my questions. Our photographer was Johnny. He did our engagement and wedding photos and was just spectacular to work with from start to finish. He was friendly, helpful, and communicative and very knowledgeable about the whole process. I'd give 10 stars if I could!
Response from the Vendor on 02/18/2022
Hi Jess! Dan really is a wealth of information for everything wedding related. Not often does one get to photograph a wedding in Middle Earth, but it was a night to be remembered!
Don from Images by Daniel Michael photographed my daughter's wedding and WOW! to say we were pleased is an understatment. I appreciated his creativity and professionalism as well as that of his team. The images are nothing short of gorgeous and were available very timely! As the mother of the bride I was especially appreciative of Don keeping things moving with my daughter's day as well as keeping her at ease, relaxed and having fun! She enjoyed EVERY minute!! Big shout out to Don for being such an important part of the day and for the stunning and creative images he produced that we will always treasure! Thanks Don & team!!
Response from the Vendor on 02/18/2022
Thank you Mom! As a parent myself, I want nothing but the best for my kids, and that's the way we need to approach every wedding! I know your daughter loves her photos, and I hope you love showing them off just the same!
Daniel was great. from the first meeting he put us ease and made us feel very comfortable. He got to know us and our style. We had our four kids in our wedding and he was outstanding with them and getting teenagers to smile. I would use him again and can't say enough about what a great caring person he is. His assistant was even able to help my daughter fix her dress when a button broke. above and beyond service and their passion for the job shows
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
Thank you! What an amazing day it was. Kids can be tough but I think it's best to smile, be kind and let them have some fun! That definitely worked for them!
There are not enough words to describe how amazing Daniel and his team are. They really produce beautiful photos and are worth the money you spend. Daniel is so friendly and outgoing and was definitely the energy we needed on our wedding day! They were prompt, on time, and made sure we got all the shots we needed. They really try to make things easy for you and hopefully we will be back at your bar soon. Thank you so much for capturing our wedding day!
Response from the Vendor on 07/26/2024
You're overdue to join us for another social! I'll be making my signature strawberry margaritas for Caribbean Cocktail night August 23, 2024 if you can make it!
Sorry I didn't respond sooner! Somehow I missed this one!
Me and my now husband booked Daniel Michael Photography partly because we saw that they had an award winning picture in 2019 from our actual venue and we liked how they went about editing their pictures. For our engagement shoot we got to meet Allyson. She is such a sweetheart and was very easy to work with. On the day of the wedding (September 18th), her and her team were absolutely amazing!! They were so much fun and Melissa (photographers' assistant) had such a great attention for detail to make sure everything looked great, while Allyson and Meggie got the best shots! They took into account all the pictures we wanted to get and Allyson stayed til the very end of the night to capture every moment. Also, as a nursing mom, I was a little stressed about having our 4 month baby girl at the wedding and wasn't sure how things were going to go. But these ladies were such a blessing. They helped with our daughter and made sure everything went smoothly, so that I didn't have to stress and could focus on having the best day!
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Stephanie, Allyson loved working with you, your hubby and the little one. Having a little one on a schedule does add to the chaos that is a wedding day, but with a great support team, we made it work!
One of the best decisions during the whole wedding planning process!
We first spoke to Daniel Michael before determining who to go with and he blew us away - ended up speaking on the phone for over an hour! We then chose Amber Yearms as our photographer and she was truely amazing. Our wedding day photos are not yet available, but our engagement photos turned out amazing and have zero concerns that the wedding photos would be any different. Amber kept us on schedule the entire day and made sure everything ran smoothly. I can't believe I am saying this but the whole day went perfectly - and I think she was a big contributing factor! The pricing was also extremely competitive, and there is no hard start/stop time which avoided a lot of stress. Don't hesitate to book this vendor!
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Cora and Andy! Amber really knows her craft! Its always great to have an experienced team watching the clock for you, and capturing the beautiful Cincinnati club!
Lauren was my photographer and she did a great job! She was so accommodating for our timeline and brought a great and calm energy on the day of! She was more than willing to take photos we requested and politely made pose recommendations! We are super happy with using Lauren!
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Carly! Lauren really does do a great job keeping everyone on track. So many people dont think about how a wedding can be a lot like herding cats!
We’re so happy we chose to have Images by Daniel Michael photograph our wedding day! As soon as we met with Dan to hear his pitch, we knew we wanted him as our photographer. We had such a great time with him shooting our engagement photos and were so excited to work with him on our wedding day. His entire team was amazing! Our wedding parties and families even commented on how great the photography team was. They were also so prepared! They brought a toolbox filled with anything you could possibly need and even fixed someone’s hem. The pictures came out even better than we could have imagined. They captured so many little details that could have been easily missed, like the weird faces my now wife and I tend to make at each other or the table numbers we made ourselves. In the rush of the day we forgot to have pictures of our invitations taken, and Dan offered to have us stop by the studio so he could take them there. Thanks to everyone involved for helping to make our wedding day special! If we had to do our wedding all over again, we’d definitely choose Images by Daniel Michael as our photographers again!
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you for your kind words Rebecca! It really goes to show how an experienced team can make the day, so much fun and laid back. Its all about getting you to be yourselves, and capturing those details, as every wedding day goes by so fast! My...
self, Kirsten, and Terry loved spending the day with you!
Johnny was truly the best photographer we could work with! He made the wedding day so easy by having a thorough plan and bringing humor with him throughout the day. He was very detailed in where he picked the locations of our pictures to ensure that it was in the right amount shade. He brought a team with him who helped the flow of the day, and made it as smooth as possible.
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you so much Cori. I was so happy to have you and Marc so involved in the planning process as well. Its great to have a plan, and it means so much to us that you then trust us to make it all happen so you two can enjoy yourselves! Myself,...
Kirsten, and Terry really enjoyed your wedding!
Expensive but worth every penny. With Daniel Michael photography you get your choice of photographer, an additional photographer who is taking candids, and an assistant to help with anything you need all day. Mine carried my train, helped me out of the limo, carried my flowers, helped bustle my dress, got me a straw for my water, fixed a loose strand of hair. They were so professional and great with directing us on how/where to stand. Received our pictures almost exactly 4 weeks after the wedding and every single photo was great. I am so happy with how they turned out!
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Jessica! It truly does take a whole team to get everything you deserve from your wedding. Though Jenna is there to take the lead for the day, Don was there to capture those candid moments you may not have even seen taken. Rachel, th...
e assistant for the day, really is a jack of all trades there to just help the day move along that much better.
What an amazing team to help us on our wedding day! Not only did we have Don, who has an unbelievable creative eye, but we also had a coordinator who helped make sure the dress was properly styled the entire day. We got all the pictures we wanted, plus amazing pictures that we didn't expect. My husband and I are definitely not models, but they made sure we were comfortable and laughing through the day.
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Victoria! Put your trust in Don, be yourself, and you cant help but love your photos. Its usually the day of the wedding you see how the assistant just takes that little bit of stress off of you and your bridal party, and it can mak...
e all the difference. I hope you look at your photos for years to come, finding more favorites!
Don was fantastic to work with for our engagement and wedding photos! He captured such beautiful photos for both events and we couldn’t be happier! We’ve only gotten the sneak peek of our wedding photos, but all I can say is WOW! He captured the day so perfectly. It was great having Terri, the assistant there to fix my hair, blot my face, hand me a drink of water and fix my dress throughout the photos. The journalist photographer and photographer in training also captured some great photos! The team was all great and easy to get along with. We all had a fun day and I can’t wait to see the rest of our photos!
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Lydia! Don is always happy to hear from his couples. He WOWs all of us here too! Allyson and Terry really add to the day in ways you wouldnt have thought of before. I hope you look through your photos for years to come, finding new fa...
vorites
I was the coordinator for a recent wedding that was photographed by Don Schvart of Images by Daniel Michael. From start to finish, it was a wonderful experience working with this company and with Don.
We only have some "sneak peek" photos now (it's only been 2 weeks since the wedding) and I must say, what we have at this point -- well, just stunning!!! I am so eager and excited to see the entire photo album and to share them on my own website and social media!
I hope I have an opportunity to work with Images by Daniel Michael again!
From Lori, Planner/Coordinator, TLC Events & Weddings
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Well thank you Lori! I know any couple that has Don and an awesome coordinator has it made! If you need more photos from the wedding give us a shout at photo@danielmichael.com and we'll get you set up!
Johnny and team where absolutely amazing. From our engagement shots to the actual day he personalized and made Ed, Oso (our dog) and my day beyond amazing. They had great ideas for pictures, flexible with the day and extraordinarily unique to us. I can’t wait for the future will definitely be returning for capturing many more amazing memories with them.
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Emily! Rick and I really enjoyed your wedding. I love it when your personality is sprinkled throughout the day! Though you and Oso really stole the show, Ed sure looked the part of a lucky groom. Also, its not everyday I get to ph...
otograph a full mariachi and Robot reception!
Images by Daniel Michael is seriously the best photography business out there! Don captures quality that is surreal! He did both our engagement and wedding photos and our guests and we are still raving!!! Absolutely stunning pictures and Don is super fun to work with as well!!! Highly recommend Images for all your pictures needs!!!!
Response from the Vendor on 02/19/2022
Thank you Ashley! Don loves to make the day fun while still snapping those stunning images he lives for. with Mark and Rachel adding to the team it ended up a great day up at Canopy Creek!
I HIGHLY recommend Images by Daniel Michael as your wedding photographer! From our initial consultation visit, we were extremely impressed with the knowledgeable and professional staff, and we knew we had to work with this team for our big day. We first booked with Johnny and had our incredible engagement photos taken. He was fun and easy to work with! Our wedding was pushed due to COVID, the DM team made it a simple and easy process to reschedule our date. Due to scheduling issues, we rebooked with Don for the day of. Don is full of energy and creative spirit, and was a BLAST to work with for our wedding! He has covered lots of wedding in the Bell Event Center, so he knew exactly where the best locations and angles were for beautiful photographs. In addition to the main photographer, DM sends a 2nd photographer and a bridal assistant to ensure the day runs smoothly. I was relaxed knowing that the DM team had everything handled. I HIGHLY recommend Don and Images by Daniel Michael to be your wedding photographer!
Lauren is the most personable and easy-to-work-with photographer I’ve ever experienced. She is extremely patient and delivered each detail I wanted in my Boudoir shoot. She made this entire experience fun and exciting rather than feeling like a robot. My pictures turned out classy and timeless. I’ve been told these pictures need to be in a magazine. I highly recommend her for any photography work needed but especially Boudoir!
Images by Daniel Michael was amazing. First, Daniel was great during our consultation. He showed us photos and explained how the photographer captured all of the looks. He was patient and took time with us. This is why we chose them.
Johnny Darwish was our photographer and he was amazing. We received so many compliments on our engagement photos. The day of our wedding, which was October 24, 2020 he and his staff was part of the reason that our day went so smoothly. They kept us to our timeline, they engaged with the wedding party, and made everyone feel comfortable. They were there helping every step of the way and captured every moment perfectly. Our pictures look like they could be in a magazine. I could not have asked for a better group on our wedding day.
Response from the Vendor on 12/12/2020
You are so sweet! I'm so glad Johnny and his team were such a big part of your day and you loved your photos. There's nothing more rewarding than to hear we made your wedding day better!!
I have a lot of friends and family that have used Dan and his team over the past 10+ years. I hoped that someday I would get married and get to do the same! They are THE absolute best! Re-planning my wedding through Covid was so tough but Dan was always available to calm my stress! Him and his crew were great the day of and I'm now I'm completely OBSESSED with how my photos turned out (wedding and engagement)!! If it were up to me I would print them and hang them in every spot of my house because they are so perfect!
Response from the Vendor on 12/12/2020
Thank you! I can't wait to see you guys again when this all get's back to "normal". We are doing Bourbon and Cigars 3-31-21 this year. It'll be out doors like last time so we can all socially distance. Hopefully that kicks off into our norm...
al social's again!
Don is a photography mastermind! I am beyond thrilled with our wedding photos, and I am so happy we chose Images By Daniel Michael to photograph one of the most important days of our lives! Right off the bat, we had a good feeling about this studio. Daniel was so easy to talk to and really helped us understand the art of photography before we even got into talking about booking, which made me feel more comfortable about what we were paying for. We decided to book Don for our big day. I mean, his portfolio of photos was fantastic, so i was not worried about our photos, but I was still floored (in the best way possible) by what we received. We had several artistic shots showcasing our venue, as well as all of the family and candid shots we were looking for. Don took time to figure out our style and what we liked/wanted from our wedding photos. He is so talented! We had several family members and wedding guests ask about who took our photos. They really were amazing! I absolutely loved ever photo he took. The only problem you will have is deciding which photos you want to display! cannot recommend Images by Daniel Michael enough! Thank you Daniel, Don, and the amazing photography teams and assistants for capturing our most precious memories!
Response from the Vendor on 10/01/2020
You have no idea how much Don will appreciate this. Your timing was perfect! Thank you.
Daniel Michael and his team were amazing! Johnny our wedding photographer did an amazing job. We had plenty of communication for planning. They showed up on time. Our wedding photos were delivered at a timely manner. They have great attitude and easy to work with.The assistants they assigned for our wedding did an amazing job as well. They were very accommodating. They were super creative with the shots they did. Our wedding guests had a great time taking photos with them as well. If you want a stress-free wedding HIRE THEM! Will definitely recommend them and use them for any future photo-shoots that my family and I need. Thank you so much for making our wedding day perfect!! -Kimberly & CJ Holcomb
Response from the Vendor on 09/16/2020
Thank you so much!! Johnny, Maddie and Kendra will be thrilled to see this! Also, thank you for taking the time to share!
We met Daniel at a wedding Expo and were blown away by the portraits we saw and impressed by how friendly he was. Even in the midst of a busy Expo, Daniel took the time to talk to us about our wedding vision and even recommended other vendors, many of whom we ended up also booking. We could tell Daniel was not only well experienced in the wedding industry, but also had a true passion for his work. The studio was always responsive to any questions we had and accommodated meetings effortlessly, even letting us have our initial meeting virtually. We were lucky enough to have Daniel himself as our photographer on the wedding day, and he brought along a troupe of girls who took the more candid shots and also fixed my train and held my flowers and my husbands cowboy hat between photos. They were a fun team to work with, always had a smile on their face (even while dredging through fields full of grasshoppers in the July heat), and even offered touching words to me right before I walked down the aisle. They were true gems. Daniel has a mastery on getting all the shots needed, provided us with a time line to structure our day, and he took only one or two photos of each pose (after ensuring the lighting/exposure were correct) before moving on to the next shot. Our family was impressed by how he orchestrated the family shots, making each person feel special. We got our preview pictures the week after the wedding, and were shocked to receive our full portfolio the following week. The images are stunning, and we're so glad we were able to just live in the moment on our wedding day, and trust Daniel to capture the pictures to help make our memories last a lifetime.
Response from the Vendor on 12/12/2020
Your wedding was so much fun! The grasshoppers weren't that bad! I'm so glad you guys had such a wonderful day and appreciate you taking the time to write this!
Can I give more than 5 stars?! Because Images by Daniel Michael deserves all the stars I can find!
We met Daniel and Johnny at a bridal show. After meeting at the studio later we knew we wanted them for our special day. We chose Johnny Darwish as our lead photographer because the pictures we loved hanging in the studio were his - we loved his style and his personality.
Johnny did our engagement pictures in April 2019 and they were amazing. We really hit it off and knew we'd picked the perfect photographer. Johnny made us laugh, captured every single moment, and helped capture the most amazing thing about us - our connection and our love.
As we continued wedding planning, Johnny kept in touch. When COVID hit, we did virtual meetings to get our style and what images we wanted and everything. He did this all while his wife was 8-9 months pregnant - so much dedication! Johnny was even able to move with us from our original May 30 date to our new July 25 date. I knew if we could keep Johnny, I could find other vendors if needed. I just wanted to keep him!
Johnny brought his crew with him to the wedding. They swarm you like paparazzi and it's odd but super fun! The hotel went from quiet and empty to swarming with people and flashes. I literally felt like JLo (and I had on huge fake lashes so I definitely felt like her!). I smiled from the time I got up until the time I went to bed - and Johnny was there capturing every moment he could.
Rachel was on Johnny's team. She carried my train everywhere. She laid it out flawlessly. She kept me hydrated! Rachel even fixed every one of our necklaces if they were crooked or the hook was showing. She would literally stop Johnny from taking his shot, fix us, and let him resume. She was amazing!
We got pictures back in 10 days. TEN DAYS! It was fantastic! We got back over 900 photos that we can go through and use for whatever we want. We've even sent the link to family and friends who all call and tell us "Your photographer was amazing. I don't know how much you paid but he was worth it." And I totally agree. Johnny and everyone we've worked with at Images by Daniel Michael have been amazing. I recommend this studio without question or hesitation.
If you want the best photos and the best team, splurge on the photography teams at Images by Daniel Michael. They will not disappoint!
Response from the Vendor on 12/12/2020
All I can say is that this is what makes it so much fun having a team instead of being a solo photographer. I get to hear these wonderful reviews even when I couldn't be there myself!! Thank you!
Images by Daniel Michael Photography was amazing! From our consultation, to happy hour events, engagement sessions and our wedding they were absolutely fabulous. They are professional, friendly and helped guide us throughout the entire process. Johnny Darwish was enjoyable to work with and brought a sense of humor, lightheartedness, knowledge and lots of smiles. It’s clear he’s passionate about what he does and executes it well. Our engagement session was accompanied by high winds, however Johnny was happy to schedule another session for us later on in the spring. He wanted us to have some good photos we could hang up in our home as memories. Even shortly after becoming a new first time dad, he managed to still be with us on our wedding day and capture some amazing memories we’ll have forever. His entire team was awesome in capturing our day and so very helpful with my dress and veil all day and helping make us and our bridal party look on point! We’re so happy we decided to go with Images by Daniel Michael Photography and Johnny Darwish as our master photographer. We’ve only seen a sneak peek of our wedding day, but are excited to see the rest. Thank you Daniel Michael, Johnny and your team for being a part of our special day and capturing moments and memories that will be with us a lifetime.
Response from the Vendor on 12/12/2020
Thank you so much! Johnny has been overwhelmed with such sweet reviews like yours this year. Thank you!
In making a decision on a photographer for our wedding, we met with Daniel Michael, hearing his “pitch”. Cathy had already read his company’s online reviews, and this is what led us to meet with Images by Daniel Michael.
The reality is that when you choose a business for a service, you really don’t know whether it’s a good decision until after the event. You look back on the event and how things went, and then you ask yourself… would I choose this company again for the same service?
In the case of Images by Daniel Michael, the answer is absolutely YES! Daniel and his staff were all extremely professional, but also very approachable. But what made our event flow was that Daniel and staff were very experienced in how to keep things moving, while also coming up with some unique and amazing settings for photos.
Every appointment was on time, every time we met with Daniel and his staff they impressed us with how seasoned they were, and also how much fun it would be to have them there on our special day. Daniel chooses his staff and you can see his influence is why this company has such great employees.
If we had to do it all over again, we would pick Images by Daniel Michael!
Response from the Vendor on 12/12/2020
I miss you guys! Can't wait till travel is a little easier so we can catch up next time you're in town!
Do yourself a favor and book Images by Daniel Michael! Daniel consistently received rave reviews from our other wedding professionals when we told them who we partnered with for our photos, and now I understand why.
Our photos are STUNNING. Daniel blew away our expectations and clearly outdid himself. The best part? It didn’t feel like we were taking hundreds of photos. Daniel kept things fresh, which kept us relaxed, kept our smiles natural and led to some amazing photos.
Daniel, Rick, Rachel, and Kelly were exactly what we needed on our wedding day. Daniel knew our timeline and kept us on schedule all day. Rick did a fantastic job of blending in, which gave him the ability to get true candid photos. Rachel was my “mirror” and made sure my veil, jewelry, flowers, and train were all perfectly placed for every photo. (Who knew a necklace could shift so much from photo to photo?!) Kelly was my second mirror and kept me hydrated all day (a thankless but much needed job).
Also, we can’t forget Linda and Johnny. They were both very responsive to all of my questions, which I greatly appreciated since we were planning an Ohio wedding while living in Texas.
Daniel and team, we cannot thank you enough! Our experience was top-notch and led to photos we will cherish for years to come. We can’t wait to find an excuse to have more photos taken!
Response from the Vendor on 05/02/2020
Thank you so much for everything! I have to tell you Linda was very impressed and touched that you didn't leave anyone out! You know how I feel about you guys so I'll just say thank you!