JOHN DAVID WEDDINGS

JD exceeded our expectations! Working with him was incredibly seamless, as he effortlessly captured the essence of our vision. His efficiency and expert direction left us truly impressed. In fact, several married couples expressed envy that they didn't have the privilege of his services at their weddings!!!!

JD is the ABSOLUTE BEST photographer you could book for your special day. You will not regret a single thing about booking with him. He was incredibly responsive, easy to work with, and an absolute joy. He was also incredibly professional, and he knew when to give my wedding planner a bit of a push to keep the big day organized and moving. He was a HUGE help. He also took the time to listen to me and my (now) husband about what we were looking for in our photos, and he captured everything we could have wanted. When I talked to him about my bridal portraits, he was very cool with some of my off the wall ideas, and he made me feel like a Queen (not to mention he was pumping beyonce through the studio speakers, which is always a win). Really though, JD was a lighthouse in the chaos of my wedding day. He was calm, cool, collected, and fun. He was zooming around the dancefloor with his other assistant making people laugh before he snapped some of the best candid photos of my family and best friends I have ever seen. I am continually getting comments about how lovely my wedding photos were, and that I "had to be a certain level of cool to pull that off," to which I have said, "No, my photographer is the cool one that pulled it off." JD is an artist, and I'm so happy that he was part of my special day.

Our photographer was perhaps one of the most important pieces to our wedding vendor line up. My husband and I love photography (digital and film), and thus we both quickly became obsessed with John David’s (JD’s) style and aesthetic. Something about his wedding photography invokes narrative and story-telling more than any other Austin photographer that we researched. Prior to the day of, we met with JD a few times, exchanged countless emails, geeked out about camera stuff, and exchanged a few rounds of precedent images and shot lists. We only hired JD himself with no assistant, which was a concern of ours going into our wedding day. No less, JD arrived early, and truly knew how to remain calm, collected, and bring acute organization to what could be highly stressful moments of trying to fit in all photos, people, and scenes throughout the night. JD impressed us by staying completely involved and in-tune to the significant moments all throughout the night, never taking a break or loosing steam (which was another concern of ours given attendance and observation of so many weddings). Immediately after our wedding, we received preview pictures the next day, and knew we made the right choice, not only in execution on the day of, but also with the post-processing and editing that makes JD truly unique.

First and foremost, JD is an artist and his collection of work is truly fine art. When I worked in the wedding industry, I would frequently recommend JD to my clients because of his personality and aesthetic. I'd tell my couples that there are many wonderful photographers out there, but choosing a photographer that you vibe with, is kind to your wedding party, and isn't a diva is IMPORTANT! 6 years later and it's finally my turn to hire JD for my engagement shoot and our destination wedding in New Orleans, and while I knew he would knock it out of the park, he far exceeded my hopes and dreams. JD made us feel so comfortable during our engagement shoot which prepped us well for wedding photos since we are totally not PDA people. JD's collection of timeless photos from our wedding day tells an incredibly beautiful story that we'll fondly look back on for many years to come. He captured so much emotion in his "documentary" style of shooting - it leaves you feeling you glad you didn't spend money on a videographer. Everyone in our family and wedding party RAVED about JD and they hadn't even seen the photos yet! He was calm and efficient and was excellent at giving direction in a very kind and respectful way. He handled the hustle and bustle of an entire wedding weekend all while having a God-given eye for finding the best light in any venue you throw him in. We are so so so over the moon with how wonderful it was to work with JD! It was truly an honor to have him photograph our wedding. Everyone needs to hire him. Thank you, JD!

JD did our engagement shoot and wedding photography! I cannot say enough how much we love his work! He also makes it fun and easy. He is just a hard working, kind and talented guy! Our photos are amazing! Only problem is which to frame because I like soooooo many! Ok ALL if them!!

JD is AWESOME. He was a dream to work with! First, he did our engagement photos. We were both a bit nervous to get photographed professionally for the first time in a while. We clicked with him, and felt comfortable immediately. Off the cuff, he even offered to do portraits of us individually, which was very useful. The results were great! He got back the photos to us more quickly than we expected and we loved them, were proud to send them out to friends and family. At the wedding itself, he was so professional and put us at ease during the stressful photos-with-the-family part of the process. Multiple family members said JD is the "best wedding photographer they've ever seen." At one point, we realized no one was filming one of the speeches and were subtly trying to make eye contact with someone (anyone!) to film it. JD was the only one who noticed, and immediately took out his phone to film - and he took photos at the same time!! That was totally not in his job description but he noticed the need and stepped up without hesitation. We got the photos back pretty much exactly when he said they would be ready. The results were STUNNING. There really aren't enough stars to describe how great JD is!

My husband and I adored working with JD on our wedding day at Hotel Emma this past October (2021). When I went into wedding season and specifically started looking for a photographer, I was looking for a few specific things. Someone who could work with the reserved nature of my husband and camera-awkwardness of myself for one. Secondly, someone who had a portfolio with an eye for detail that would capture the details and vision I curated for our big day. And of course, a classic editing style that would outlive trend and serve as a gorgeous timestamp of our wedding day. John David ticked those three important boxes and exceeded my expectations in his professionalism on our wedding day, and even more so in the gallery of our photos we received last week. He and his second shooter moved us through our wedding day in a timely manner and kept us on schedule, totally cool as a cucumber leading us from getting ready scenes to portraits to wedding party shots with nothing but positive energy. They captured the love reverberating in the ceremony space when I see all my friends and family surrounding us. They didn’t miss a beat when it came down to running through our list of family/ friend groups and capture the energy of our people non-stop dancing all night. His final product is a work of art. Full stop, gorgeous photos. They deserve to be full page in Vogue - and not at alll because we’re models who can pose for a shot but because JD’s ability to make us comfortable and read people made it intuitive for him to catch us in our most natural moments. I am forever grateful for the photos of our day he’s given us and couldn’t recommend him enough. If you want someone who will be a calming presence on an inherently hectic day, professional in all interactions, a keen artistic sense, and a bottom line kind human being to work with — seriously look no further and write the check without looking back. He’s 10000% worth it and we’ll will be writing another review for a 10 year vowel renewal party when we get there!

JD is the BEST, both as a vendor and as a person. Apart from his truly stunning ability to capture everyone in their most beautiful moments and to make us feel comfortable in front of the camera, he is an incredible person and business owner. JD took our engagement photos and my bridal portraits and we had so much fun for both (and got tons of compliments!), and was such a calming presence on our actual wedding day. He goes above and beyond in person, and is so quick and accommodating on email. If you are looking for a sign to book JD, this is it!! You will not regret it.

JD was the perfect photographer for my daughter's wedding. I kept thinking of the nursery rhyme "Jack be nimble, Jack be quick, Jack jumped over the candlestick" because JD was all over the place taking photos and you hardly saw him, he was so good at snapping then moving on. My daughter's new husband is camera shy and JD was very respectful of that and both he and my daughter loved working with him. The engagement photos were really beautiful and unique and he captured the light just right. I also love how he took charge at our house when everyone was getting ready and knew what shots he needed with the bride's dress, invitations, etc. He never needed direction, just went with it, and that is what you need on the wedding day! We look forward to seeing the full album soon but know we will not be disappointed. He was so great to work with!

We first noticed John David Photography while at a friend’s wedding, and we were so impressed with how he navigated the entire event. He would effortlessly sweep the couple away and their photos came out beautifully; we just knew we had to work with him for our wedding! JD was super communicative and very easy to work with. JD made us feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera during our engagement shoot and even more so during our wedding. Just as we expected, he effortlessly swept us from the crowd and allowed us to have many special moments, one-on-one, which was incredible! When we got our wedding photos back, we were blown away! We knew they would be good, but these were amazing photos! We can’t thank JD enough for making our wedding day unforgettable! Thank you for everything! - Alfonzo & Johnny

This is LONG overdue (sorry JD!!!). We were initially interested in hiring JD because his style was exactly what we were looking for. Then we met him in person and knew his energy would jive with us and our crowd! We were a pretty budget-conscious couple so we picked the package where he shot our wedding without an assistant. I look at my photos and I'm like HOW did he do that by himself?! He got every angle, every little detail and sweet moment. The wedding photos were above and beyond - especially because he added in little artsy details that I'd never seen before on Instagram or other sites when I was doing vendor research. I'd definitely hire JD for every meaningful event I ever have in the future.

If you're looking for a super talented, easy to work with, out-of-the-box thinking, creative photographer to capture your special day, BOOK JD NOW! JD was with us every step of the way--he helped guide us when we didn't even know what we were looking for, asking us the right questions to get a sense of our style and vision. We were so at ease with JD! He's an absolute professional and on top of it, just such a calming presence...he was able to calm me during some of my meltdowns day of as well, haha! Thank you so much for capturing the best part of our quirky, multi-cultural wedding celebration, JD! The night was a blur, but I get tears looking at the photos you took, truly capturing the joy and love felt by all that night :) We were so lucky to have you! Super belated post!

I wish there were more stars to give JD! Working with him for our wedding was an overall amazing experience. From the minute we started talking to him, we knew we were in the best of hands. He is so warm and friendly, extremely responsive, and his work is beyond stunning. Over the course of the year leading up to our wedding, JD answered all our questions and always made us feel like everything was going to be great- which it was! He met with us a couple months before the big day to go over all the details and made sure he learned what was most important to us. We also did an engagement session with him and we instantly felt super comfortable. The photos from that sessions were incredible which made us that much more excited to work with him. On the day of the wedding, JD and his team were absolutely wonderful. They made the photo session with wedding party and family fun and low-maintenance. They managed to capture all the love and joy of the day in the most professional and un-intrusive way. When we received all the photos from the wedding, we were in absolute awe. The portraits are beautiful and JD captured so many amazing candid moments. Every time we look through them, we get to relive the best day of our lives. JD is truly gifted at what he does and he is also one of the loveliest people we've ever met. We feel lucky to have worked with him and to know him. We couldn't recommend him more highly!

We hired JD as our wedding photographer, and it is truly a joy for me to write about the experience. When you hire JD, you do not simply get a photographer -- you get so much more. Of course, he is first and foremost a photographer, and an excellent one at that. JD has an eye for detail, yet he managed to capture the entire day without being in the way. I do not recall really seeing JD at all during my wedding, yet our photos are filled with special moments and details of the day. One of the things I was worried about was posing for photos, but JD clearly has experience making people feel at ease (he is friendly and personable) and he provides easy instructions that resulted in beautiful photos. The photos JD took of our wedding fill me with so much happiness. As if that weren’t enough, JD became an unexpected advocate for me on my wedding day. While I was supposed to have an outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour, we had to move everything inside because of heavy rain. JD encouraged me to make decisions that would make my husband and me happy, as he smartly reminded me that we would only have one wedding day. But perhaps the most surprising thing that JD did, and one of the things I most appreciated from anyone on my wedding day, was sensing that I was overwhelmed by certain guests and tactfully helping me out of the situation. I simply cannot stress how much that assistance meant to me, and how I will always be thankful that JD was around. We plan on hiring JD for more photo sessions in the future!

I'm writing this review a little late (almost two years late to be exact - ahem!), but still, better late than never! I'd known of J.D. since he did my sister's wedding in Dallas back in 2015. And after seeing what an amazing job he did, I knew I had to get him for our wedding. I live in Los Angeles, but even so, he made the process so easy. And let me say - there aren't enough words to describe what a truly incredibly job J.D. does. For starters, he stayed way longer than we booked him for just so he could make sure to capture every single special moment. Everyone at the wedding loved him, and he's so nice and sweet who wouldn't! Then, after the wedding, he got us our pictures back so quickly - and they were GORGEOUS. So good, in fact, that we were actually featured in Junebug Weddings because of it! https://junebugweddings.com/wedding-blog/this-diy-smogshoppe-wedding-gives-a-subtle-nod-to-wes-anderson/ If you want the best of the best, look no further than J.D. Swiger. Not only will you come out of the experience with amazing photos, but you'll also come out of it with a lifelong friend. We love you, J.D.! Thank you for your hard work and for always being so kind!

JD was our wedding photographer; he took our engagement, bridal, and wedding photos. At each of the 3 sessions, JD was great to work with and so prepared. He has an incredible eye and wonderful vision for what each session should be each time he gets behind the camera. I am so thankful that JD captured our wedding and I wouldn't have entrusted this day to any other photographer. His eye for detail and capturing the heart of the many relationships and moments throughout our engagement season and wedding day was absolutely unmatched. Going through all of the photos has brought so much laughter, love, surprise, excitement, and a few tears. At our wedding we requested a group shot with 125+ guests and while that shot could have been a bit chaotic, JD got some great photos with our loved ones all in one place. Throughout the day he took photos of us as well as family members and friends. I love that we have so many photos of our loved ones at our wedding. Our families and friends have raved about our photos-the high quality shots, the emotions captured, and what made our wedding ours'. JD is phenomenal with family members and making them feel special on this momentous occasion. He was a calm presence, polite, personable, and incredibly professional. Having John David Weddings as our photographer, was hands down the best decision that we made to remember our wedding day.

John was awesome on the day of my wedding! He listened to everything I asked for and I got it, and he was super gracious throughout the day. Our cocktail hour was smooth (I was worried it would be super long) and short, and I loved all of the candid photography. :)

Blown away by JD's work. He shot my wedding at Barr Mansion in December '18 and we could not be happier with the photos he sent us. I love his editing style and portraits. He shoots at Barr Mansion frequently and not one wedding I've seen from him looks the same. He is creative and inspired and truly seems to enjoy creating beautiful moments with his camera. But his photos speak for themselves. Working with JD himself was really amazing. I am camera shy and prefer not to be in photos so I thought I'd be uncomfortable all day. Unless you are taking portraits with JD, you have NO idea he is around. He somehow remains behind the scenes and manages to capture every special moment. Seeing JD's beautiful portraits made me think all the weddings he'd shot were of professional models, but learned that the photos are a direct result of his clear direction. He calls out practically every pose so you feel natural and comfortable in front of the camera. When we took family photos, he made it shockingly painless (and my huge family always gets cranky during photos). He never once made the day about the photos which I'm told happens frequently with wedding photographers. There was a point in the night when my husband and I wanted to run around and make sure we'd said hello to everyone at our 300-person wedding. JD helped move us along through the crowd and kept us from getting caught talking to anyone for too long -- it was hilarious/SO useful to have a photographer that also acted as a private security guard. He is also just a genuinely nice person that I am happy to know. I could go on. But I have hundreds of gorgeous photos to review again and again. Thank you JD for preserving our memories for us in the most spectacular way.

JD is the BEST EVER!! He goes above and beyond for you and captures so many special moments that you would never even think to ask for! He was an absolute pleasure to have as our photographer for the engagement session and our wedding! He's extremely kind, patient, and fun to have on your big day! I seriously can't ask for better service and quality of work!! We received our images yesterday and every picture is jaw dropping! I feel like all of my pictures came out of a magazine!! JD's work is amazing and you will not regret it when you book him. Choosing a photographer can be tough, but let me make the process easy for you and tell you that when you book JD as your photographer, you will be overwhelmed with joy being able to relive your wedding day through your photos!

Met with JD and knew he was the right choice ! Love his work ! Look forward to working with him June 2019!

WOW! There are not enough words to describe the beauty of John David's photos. They are truly art. No only is John David a great artist, but he is fabulous to work with, has great suggestions for photos, is personable, kind and respectful to wedding party and guests. We recommend him for any of your photography needs.

JD is the absolute best! He is approachable and laid back, which made it very easy to work with him on our wedding day. It seemed like he was everywhere he needed to be without ever being in the middle of the action. He is gifted, and if you want the best wedding/event photographer around you need look no further!

Alright, other than being super talented, JD is probably one of the nicest people I've worked with! He listens (like genuinely listens) to the client and is super accommodating. He and his intern, Serene, were there for the wedding and both made us feel comfortable. AND... he is so experienced, that he knows exactly what to do and QUICKLY! Our main request was to be able to enjoy cocktail hour and actually ENJOY and BE PRESENT at our wedding. He made this happen for us through his timeline and direction. We were there for half of happy hour and all of the reception. We were super nervous that what everyone warned us about would be true... "it all happens so fast and you'll be taking photos that you won't be there for all the other stuff." Well, not with JD! We were there for everything and didn't feel like we were always being taken away for photos, and yet he captured every moment! Plus, his style is unique. It's not what every other wedding photographer is doing. Can't go wrong with JD. He did so well, my parents want to use him for their vow renewal!

We Love Love Love JD! We found John David Weddings through either our venue, wedding coordinator, or both and we couldn't be more happy with the whole experience! A crazy storm was fast approaching Austin as we were scheduled to do our engagement photos and JD was so flexible and quick thinking to find a new location to keep us dry. Even though it wasn't our ideal backdrop for those photos, they turned out amazing! JD was equally as awesome the day of our wedding and we are so so so pleased with how all the photos turned out. JD is so easy to work with and is so down to earth, yet very professional. I would HIGHLY recommend John David Weddings.

JD was the MVP of our wedding - and everyone agreed! He not only was a wonderful photographer, but put me, my family and wedding party at ease. His photos aren't only gorgeous but tell a story. I can't recommend him enough!

We had seen JD's work from another wedding we attended and even before we were engaged we knew we wanted him to photograph our wedding, and JD did not dissapoint. The quality of the photos from our wedding day are amazing. He caught the big moments as well as the small moments. He truly has an amazing eye for beauty. JD was great to work with, so friendly and professional. He made everyone feel comfortable. Many of our guests even asked us who he was because they wanted to tell us how nice he was and how much they enjoyed having him around. JD has perfectly managed the art of getting all the important shots, while not being overbearing or obtrusive. He is truly a joy to work with and I am so grateful that he was there to document our wedding day.

If you're looking for an amazingly talented photographer who will do whatever he can on your special day to make sure the bride and groom are happy and comfortable, LOOK NO FURTHER! Honestly, JD was at the top of our photographer budget, but after having him take our engagements and having him there on our wedding day, I would have paid even more. He was so professional and efficient the whole time. Our wedding coordinator didn't end up being as helpful as we wished, but JD really made it all okay! He answered all of our questions, even though most of them had nothing to do with the photography lol, and we both felt that his top priority was making sure we were comfortable and happy! And on top of all that, the pictures were even more beautiful than we imagined. We feel very lucky to have came across him, so if you've made it to this page, definitely reach out to him :)

JD was a great choice for us on our wedding day. I wouldn't go back and choose somebody else. He made us feel so comfortable on our day, and he was able to capture the most special moments without being "large and in charge" like I've experienced with some other friends' wedding photographers. Both before the wedding and after, his costumer service was easily a ten out of ten.

JD is amazing! The quality of our wedding photos is out of this world! He is professional, responsive, kind and just a great guy overall to work with! We couldn't be happier with our choice. JD made us feel completely comfortable throughout the whole day, we had a blast!!

JD is more than an incredible photographer. He is a kind and genuine person. He is extremely professional and has such a calming presence. We are so thrilled with both our engagement and wedding photos, and we love being able to relive all of the special moments. We are very grateful for JD's time and talent!

Choosing John David as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions my wife and I made together for our wedding on October 29, 2016. We met JD at a bridal event in July 2015 filled with countless other photographers, and all it took to make our final decision was a simple greeting from JD, “Hey I’m JD, and I am going to be your photographer.” From that moment on, we not only picked the BEST photographer ever but gained a lifelong friend. JD made us feel so comfortable and kept us at ease during our engagement shoot and our wedding day. He was quick with responding to emails and texts, and communication was never an issue when we were planning an Austin wedding living in Houston. It was so nice to have someone know where exactly to go and what exactly to do for the perfect photos because my wife and I, like a lot of couples planning a wedding for the first time, had no clue what to do. He made sure we were ok throughout the day, always checking up on how we were feeling, and it just felt all so natural and easy; that is SO important to have when the day seems nonstop with following the wedding day timeline. On behalf of our crazy wedding party, friends, and families, my wife and I want to thank JD from the bottom of our hearts for the way he captured such emotional, fun, beautiful, and raw moments during our day. His work is so powerful, and we are blessed to have these photos for the rest of our lives to reflect on. We HIGHLY recommend John David to be your photographer for ALL occasions. His genuine friendliness, big heart, and deep passion for his work are all you need during your big day!

JD did such an amazing job with our engagements, bridals and wedding photos! It is hard to find someone that makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera and captures such raw and beautiful photos. On the wedding day JD was so organized, I barely even noticed he was there. I can't complement him enough on his professionalism, easy going personality and most importantly his talent.

John David was amazing! He did my bridals and wedding. I couldn't decide for probably 8 months and was very picky but JD made me feel super comfortable and I trusted that he would capture everything I wanted. His ability to work with the light and shadows was amazing to watch. He definitely made art of my photos and beyond easy to work with. Super comfortable and got everything and more i could dream of!

JD was fantastic to work with! For me, hiring the right photographer was extremely important. I wanted a photographer who would fit right in with me and my groom as well as my bridal party and family. JD was perfect for my wedding and I couldn't be happier with the beautiful pictures he took. He is professional, has an eye for detail and worth every penny spent! I am so happy that I chose JD to shoot my wedding and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great wedding photographer!

HE WAS THE BEST! The photos he took were so full of character and really shows how the event went and how everyone felt! He was so good I don't regret not having a videographer. I so recommend him!

We absolutely love JD's work! He is absolutely amazing! He is so personable and easygoing. He was also so patient as I wanted to include my dog in my bridal portraits. The day of the wedding he visited the hotel room we got ready in to shoot then traveled to the venue and stayed the ENTIRE day for photos. He returned our photos in only 3 weeks with impeccable quality. We are so happy that we selected him to capture our special day! It was also a bonus that he could speak Mandarin to my husband's family who came in from China!

I wish I could give JD more than 5 stars. He is an amazing photographer that has a spectacular talent to capture a wedding day. I am a semi-professional photographer so obviously, the photographer was the most important part of our day. I am so so glad that I chose JD as that photographer. He was fun, energetic, easy to work with and excited to be there. My favorite part was when he was rushing me and frolicking in a field to get the last remaining light from the day which turned out to be some of my favorite pictures from the day. You're amazing, JD. As a photographer and a person and I can't thank you enough!!

We can't say enough good things about JD! We were referred by a friend and from the moment we meet we felt so comfortable, like family. His professional and warm personality put us to ease and we felt at home sharing one of the most important moments of our lives! He captured the essence of who we are as a couple and so many amazing candid shots of our closest family and friends. We couldn't be more ecstatic about his work! #JD4thewin

Wow. The first time we saw JD's work, we were randomly searching Austin photographers and his website came up. Just from the homepage of his website I knew the quality of his work was unbelievably high. I didn't think we could afford him, but we reached out anyway. From that moment, JD was SO flexible in helping to get us within our budget. We were ecstatic to learn that we could have the photographer of our dreams AND stay within our budget. JD shot our engagement photos as well as our February wedding. JD is so sweet, professional and humble. He is a true artist and goes wherever the light leads him. We received our engagement photos just 3 days after shooting them and our wedding photos in 3 weeks! They are all so stunning. We love them and have received so many compliments not only on JD's work but on how amazing he was at the wedding - helping out wherever we needed. He is a joy to work with and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for a photographer that will deliver the highest quality and service. We are so lucky to have found him. Our photos have allowed us to relive the best day of our lives over and over again. He was worth every penny and so so so much more! Seriously, don't hesitate to contract JD for your wedding, you will not regret it!

JD was one of the best photographers I've ever worked with - and I've worked with a lot. I don't like a lot of the Pinterest-y cutesy posed stuff, and his style suited us to a T. And I think my mom has a crush on him ;-). He's young, vibrant, energetic, artistic, and one of be most talented people I've ever met. His candids are beautiful, and the posed shots he took of us were breathtaking. My venue was challenging - Reunion Tower in downtown Dallas. But he was excited to be there, and his excitement was infectious. Working with him was an absolute dream. Thank you so much, JD!!!

After being referred to JD from the Spicewood Vineyard vendor preferred list, I cannot imagine having anyone else capture both my bridal portraits and wedding day shots. JD felt like a member of the family just in the first 5 minutes of meeting him. He has such a talent for capturing the lighting and emotion behind every photograph. He went above and beyond his job, by helping me find a hairdresser for my bridals, fighting off the fire ants, and helping me feel calm and collected during my big day. JD is the most genuine and kind guy. Kyle and I are blessed to know him and have him be a part of our biggest day.

John David was the best vendor at our wedding. He made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and captured all the candid moments and emotions so well. He was really fast and we barely noticed he was there, but he was assertive when need be. WE LOVE JD! -Kait & Matt

For my new husband and I, choosing the right wedding photographer was the most important vendor decision we made during the wedding planning process. From the moment we began dreaming of our wedding day, we knew that after it was all said and done the thing that mattered most was always being able to look back and reminisce well on our special day. We wanted a photographer who could tell our story through their work, capturing every detail of our day in a beautiful and simple way. JD exceeded our expectations from day one of meeting him. We were so impressed by his professional attitude combined with his exceptional talent and kind spirit. He was always quick to respond to emails, answering any questions or responding to any concerns I had leading up to the wedding day. On the actual day of our wedding, JD was so much more than just a photographer. Amidst his role of snapping endless amounts of photographs for us and ensuring we took advantage of the best outdoor lighting, he was also there to provide last-minute assistance to the bridal party and to my husband and I when we needed it most. He gracefully navigated through the demands of our day with such poise and professionalism and still delivered the most BEAUTIFUL wedding photos we have ever seen. We cannot stop looking at our pictures, and we have received so many compliments on how great of a job JD did at telling our story through his photos. He has such a gift for capturing truly stunning images. We are SO thankful we chose JD to capture these forever memories of our special day for us!!

JD was a dream to work with!!! He was truly a ninja. So, many of the pictures I did not even notice him. His service was excellent and such a great guy. He made everyone so comfortable. The only only only thing I could possibly say is that in some of the photos there was a little bit too much space on top and not enough on the bottom but totally okay. We had great scenery. :)

I have followed select photographers' blogs for about 5 years. So I knew I would be selective when it came to my wedding photographer. Choosing JD solely based on his work was an easy step. I never considered how important a photographer's personality and work ethic would be on my wedding day. However, JD proved to be an A+! From the moment he entered the hotel room where all of us girls were getting ready, he felt like a friend who belonged there. He was friendly, laid-back and professional. Never did he demand my time, yet worked efficently to get the dress and prep shots. I didn't even trust my bridesmaids to move my dress but felt completely at ease to allow JD to take it downstairs for pictures. Throughout the day, I felt like JD was in-tune with my feelings and helped navigate a way for me to get moments I wanted (even when others may have wanted me somewhere else). For example, we were told it was almost time for us to be announced, yet my husband, JD and I noticed the sun was setting perfectly behind the lavender fields. In quick mutual agreement, we decided to get the pictures anyway as JD and I had discussed beforehand that it was important to us to devote time to portraits. These ended up being some of our favorite shots! JD is a true artist who senses perfect lighting conditions that others may miss. Yet, if he were only a great artist, I would simply leave a review saying, "Great pictures." Instead, he is also very kind, gentle and professional. He handled high-stress situations (demanding family members and family group pictures) while remaining cool and even-keeled. His passion and top-grade professionalism showed when even before my husband and I turned out the lights on our first night as husband and wife, we already had a couple of edited pictures waiting on us. Close friends at the wedding have commented to us on how wonderful the photographer was and have even asked for his information for their own weddings. JD, thank you for using your gifts from God and working so hard! Your work does not go unnoticed.

Josh initially decided to hire JD because of 3 reasons; 1. he is a friend of Josh 2. his portfolio looks great 3. he is sincere and Josh likes him We hired him for 2 occasions which were the Tea Ceremony (a chinese tradition) the day before the wedding and the Wedding Day itself. I only got to meet JD on the Tea Ceremony day and I basically trusted Josh on his decision and it turned out to be such a pleasant surprise! JD was so great with people! He even speaks mandarin (even better than some of the family) and on a side note, I'm not sure if you know this JD, but Josh's grandfather was very impressed with you. At the end of the day, we were delighted with the decision that we made on using JD because of even more reasons; 1. Time. He was punctual on both days and was great in helping to keep the family portraits session going on a timely manner. He was great in handling big family and was always making sure that we were on time. On the wedding day, Josh and I were really grateful for JD to keep track on the time for us as we did first look and bridal party photos before the ceremony. He surely helped a bunch in making sure the ceremony started on time. We also got our wedding photos 2 weeks after and they were absolutely stunning. We loved how he captured life, fun, joy and laughter during the big day. 2. People. He was incredible with people and he greatly assured me while I was getting ready with my make up and hair. I needed that.. I have to reiterate what another reviewer wrote - you will not find another photographer that will work harder for you. He was friendly and genuine in taking interests on Josh and I and we knew that he was also absolutely happy for the both of us. Our family and friends loved him and his co-photographer. 3. Professional. JD is a professional photographer. He was great with detail, light, background, timing etc. Again, the photos turned out to be so wonderful and we received many compliments from family and friends. It was a delight to see the photos and remembering who was behind those shots. Be sure to check out on his work and trust that he will capture great memories of your wedding/other occasions! Bottom line is, JD, as much as we hired you to be our photographer, we hope you know that YOU did us a great favor! We know we will be seeing you around and count on us on telling people about you! You have so much life and passion in you and your trust in the Lord will bring you to places you never thought you would go (maybe New Zealand? ;) ). You and your work are a blessing to our family. Now, hire JD to be your photographer! ;)

We can't speak highly enough for the talent and personality of JD Swiger. We had such a good time getting to know him. Our pictures turned out stunning- we've received a million compliments. JD worked so hard for us. His energy and creativity shown through in the photos. A huge thank you to JD.

JD was awesome to work with and the photos turned out so beautiful! He had great communication and follow-up before,after and during the wedding. JD made himself available for phone calls and emails that worked with our schedule and was eager to get to know us as a couple and not just as a client. JD was completely willing to travel and was so easy going throughout the whole process. My wedding was in Boston, and even though JD is based in Austin he had no problems with traveling to us. He uses a easy payment system so you don't have to worry about writing checks or dealing with invoices, etc. His personable and engaging personality made it so easy to take pictures on our incredibly tight schedule! He made all my bridesmaids feel so comfortable and beautiful. It was such a huge help to have his confidence and creative ideas the day of the wedding. JD does incredible work! He captured so many beautiful moments that we were so grateful to have. He was quick about getting the photos back to us (2 weeks!) and gave us a fun preview of the photos that we were able to see on our honeymoon. All in all, I would recommend JD to any bride! He was a pleasure to work with and we couldn't be more happy with the photos he took!

I truly cannot say enough good about JD! From the first time we met JD for a consultation we knew that he was the exactly what we were looking for in a photographer. JD made everything so personal and took a sincere interest in learning about us. Our engagement session was a blast! Not only did he take beautiful pictures, he made the experience one to remember! He has a way of making his clients feel so comfortable behind the camera, all the while bringing out the love you have for one another! JD arrived on our wedding day ready to go! He immediately began creating memories that we will cherish many years to come. We were so impressed by his eagerness to capture every little detail! From beginning to end, we could not have been happier. After the wedding we had many compliments on how impressed they were with JD. Not only is JD and amazing photographer, he is an amazing person. We will cherish the photos he took for a lifetime and look forward to using him again in the future! We recommend JD to every couple getting married! Thanks again, your the best!

We hired JD because he charges a very reasonable rate compare to so many other wedding photographers. With a lower cost, comes concern of quality; but JD and his work work were well above quality. Not only is he an extremely nice guy who interacted with us and our guest in a friendly, congenial way that made you feel like you know him, but his photos also make you feel like it was a wedding you wouldn't want to miss. As I looked at the photos, I felt like I was looking at something much more spectacular than a typical wedding and that is because of JD's eye. Be sure to check his work out and you won't be disappointed.

We just got married this past Saturday... and we are constantly blown away by how amazing JD is. Even our families noticed. Nothing could be easier when working with him. Photos are easy and fun, and has always left us with good memories. You will not find a photographer that works harder for you. You really wont. He made sure that our wedding day went smoothly and even helped us run the ceremony! His energy, passion, and optimism are unsurpassed by anyone else. He makes it a real joy to work with him. Needless to say, we will be working with him again!!!

My (new!) husband and I met with several photographers before choosing JD for our engagement/wedding. We knew as soon as we met him that he was going to be the perfect person to capture our day. He was laid back, professional, and knew how to put everyone at ease (important to a camera shy person like me!). After capturing beautiful engagement photos (seriously, the back drops he chose were perfect and epitomized us as a couple - modern, whimsical, natural), he was a rock star on our wedding day. We didn't have a wedding planner so it was pretty much up to my mom, my bridesmaids, and me to decorate the ceremony and reception spaces. As soon as I arrived (late, of course), JD took my dress, boots, flowers, etc. to photograph against the vineyard back drop, leaving me to set up the event space with my friends. I loved, loved, loved that JD knew exactly what type of photos we would want and simply took off on his own to get the detail shots. During the various bridesmaid and groomsmen photo shoots, he ensured that everyone was comfortable and had us all laughing while he shot away. I am so grateful that he was able to capture natural smiles through laughter and fun. During the obligatory family group shots, he somehow coordinated all of our crazy friend/family groups into beautiful, cohesive pictures. He even helped us incorporate our dog into our newlywed shots. It was all so seamless and easy, exactly what is needed on what can be a crazy whirlwind day. All of my family and friends complimented us after the wedding and told us how wonderful and unobtrusive JD was during the entire day. The final photos of our wedding are stunning and I am so grateful that JD was able to capture our celebration. We could not have found a better or more talented person to photograph our day.

JD did an awesome job the day of the wedding and our photos turned out great! We highly recommend JD Swiger!