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Ken Pak
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AWARD WINNER (7X)
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International award-winning wedding photographer Ken Pak makes his home in Northern Virginia, and travels around the world capturing moments that couples and families hold close to their hearts. With extensive experience, he has a dedication to the art of photography that knows no bounds, and he’s devoted to making your wedding pictures truly precious. Check out his website and facebook page where you’ll find images from weddings that will feel like you were there, and raves from his clients saying that he is incredible, always professional, super talented and simply amazing. – JuneBug Weddings
Ken Pak Photography is a wedding photographer based in Washington, DC.
What You'll Love About Ken Pak Photography
This professional is exceptionally creative and dazzles couples with their beautiful wedding photos. Newlyweds describe their experience working with Ken as enjoyable from start to finish. Check out their photo gallery to see a sample of their stunning portfolio.
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Photography Package
$3,900 starting price
Photography Package
$3,900 starting price
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Ken Pak
Owner
To me, photography is a way to expose life at its best. My spontaneity of expression and professional, yet friendly nature allow me to capture the most natural once-in-a-lifetime moments through the lenses. Throughout the wedding day, I am watching the emotions and expressions of the couple as they interact with guests and family members. My job is to freeze those precious moments and make them as beautiful as the couple remembers them in their hearts.
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5.0
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Ken Pak Photography is highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional photography skills and professionalism. Ken and his team have a talent for capturing candid and artistic moments, making couples feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the process. Their attention to detail and ability to capture emotions in their photographs are highly appreciated by clients. Reviewers value the joy and passion that Ken brings to his work and commend him for making the wedding day even more enjoyable. Overall, Ken Pak Photography is highly recommended for their outstanding photography and ability to create lasting memories.- Top reviews
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Rahul G
5.0
12/13/2023
Ken Pak and his assistant Nona are incredible photographers! When we first reached out to Ken we told him that we are super comfortable with orchestrated photos but he found a way for us to have a good time for our engagement pictures and we were really comfortable heading into our wedding. A scheduling snafu led Nona to be the photographer in Ken's place on our Sangeet night, but she did a wonderful job. Ken and Nona were great about taking candid photos and not controlling our schedule in the way a number of other photographers we interviewed made us feel.
Jazmine R
5.0
12/05/2023
Ken Pak truly delivers with his photography! He gave us an amazing and fun experience for both our engagement shoot and wedding day. He has a very light hearted and funny nature, which makes you feel comfortable working with him, but he also takes his craft seriously, which delivers amazing and emotion filled photography. I will speak about our wedding day since that was the most recent. Ken arrived a bit earlier than he needed to, which was great because we got started right away! His second shooter went with the groom and Ken stayed with me and my bridal party. He made everyone feel comfortable and he easily interacted with the other vendors, which is important, especially for videography as they are both shooting the same content. Ken was able to move and get pictures that we didn’t even know were possible, as we didn’t even notice he was there for those moments. He is so creative, so put your full trust in his process. So far, we have received a sneak peek gallery for our wedding, and all we can say is WOW. It was so amazing, we can’t wait to see our full gallery and honestly believe he’s one of the best photographers in the world.
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Joy G
5.0
5/18/2023
Ken is not your typical photographer. He is a true artist! We were blown away with his knowledge and talent. His eyes would spark when he sees moments that he could turn into an art! He made us feel comfortable, and he had us laughing the entire time! Your special day will forever be an art exhibition captured by the one and only!
Kylie H
5.0
9/18/2022
We absolutely loved working with Ken because he cares deeply about his product and his clients. For those who aren’t used to getting their photo taken, it can be uncomfortable and tiring; however, Ken made us feel relaxed, comfortable, and energized because he brings so much joy and passion to what he does. Our guests are still talking about how Ken just dove right in, even taking people’s phones and teaching them how to take better pictures! We had no idea that a photographer could help make the wedding day even more enjoyable, but that is exactly what Ken did. And then when we got his photos, we were completely blown away at how amazing they were! He knows which photos to make black and white, when to add effects to accentuate movement, and how to make people shine. His photos are full of creative angles and lighting, which is exactly what we wanted. He is truly an artist who sees opportunity and can beautifully capture emotion and moments. We had to postpone our wedding twice due to COVID and he was very flexible and easy to work with. We are SO glad that we chose Ken Pak Photography and would highly recommend Ken! Thank you so much, Ken!
Eva B
5.0
5/02/2022
The best way to describe our wonderful experience with Ken has almost nothing to do with his incredible photographs. (yes the photographs were beyond our expectations, absolutely stunning, creatively shot, and looked better than a Vogue shoot.) First, you spend a lot of time with your photographer on your wedding day- that means that the most special moments between you and your spouse will include another person - Ken had us laughing ALL day and he made us have fun as we ran around the city taking our photos. We had a wonderful day because he made us feel comfortable around him, we felt happy having him be part of our day, and he literally felt like a family member. Speaking of family members, my 75 year old immigrant mother who is incredibly hard to please and who was a little on edge that we were having a non-denominational, non traditional wedding could not stop talking about Ken for weeks after the wedding. She said he was one of the best parts of the wedding. That day had been so emotional for her and she said Ken making her and all of us laugh during photos made her happy. So yes you should hire Ken because of his incredible photography talent but more importantly- if you want to spend one of the most important days of your life with someone warm, happy, and lovely that will make you, your spouse, and your family laugh and smile…. It’s Ken.
Emily N
5.0
1/08/2022
Ken Pak is absolutely incredible!!! We hired Ken following a wedding he did for our friends and we are so grateful he was the photographer for our wedding. His energy, his vision, and his attention to detail is unmatched. He was so engaged with our guests as well, taking photos of them on their phones with his lighting so they all had pictures that night - they absolutely loved that and were all raving about Ken and his team. He is so creative and we would recommend him to ALL our friends and family!
response 01/13/2022
Thank you Emily for the kind words! It really made my day! Yay~!
Katie H
5.0
11/03/2021
Ken is a true professional. One of the best decisions we made was to have Ken be our wedding photographer. He makes you feel comfortable, which was important to us as neither of us is particularly natural in front of the camera. Thankfully, I had met Ken at a friend's wedding a few years earlier and had already established a connection with him. I was so thrilled that he was able to make the journey out to the CO mountains, on our budget, for our smaller, postponed wedding. Best decision we made.
Regina D
5.0
9/30/2021
To say that Ken is simply a photographer is a massive understatement - Ken is a true artist, and his photography is in a league of its own. With Ken as your photographer, you will not just have a wedding photo; you will have a work of art commemorating your special day!
Ken knows how to be present and how to be part of the background; he is the consummate professional and an incredibly gifted and talented photographer. Also, working with Ken is a lot of fun! Everyone at our wedding absolutely loved him. I cannot recommend Ken highly enough - DEFINITELY hire Ken Pak as your wedding photographer!
Bridget R
5.0
8/21/2021
We have only done our engagement photos so far, but I just had to write a review because Ken and Nony are the best photographers out there! Their work can not even be compared to other photographers because there is a special spark behind their photos that I’ve never seen before. I don’t really like most photos of myself but I truly felt beautiful in their photos which is priceless. With all the stress that comes with wedding planning, it is nice to have such an exciting thing to look forward to. The quality cannot be matched and they are such a joy to be around and work with. Book them! It’s the best wedding planning decision we’ve made^_^
Kelley A
5.0
6/17/2021
We were fortunate enough to have Ken Pak Photography do our engagement and wedding photos! I have so many wonderful things to share here... Ken Pak was outstanding to work with in so many ways, and his work is every bit as impressive and awesome as he is! From our first meeting back in 2019, to postponing our wedding, then changing our venue 2 months out, Ken was gracious and flexible at every turn 2020 threw our way. You can look at his website or social media and see what a unique and talented perspective his work has, but what I want to highlight here is what an amazing person and professional he is. Our guests are still raving about how much fun they had with our photographer and how hard he hustled all day and night to capture every moment. You cannot believe how hard Ken and his team work, you will feel like he is everywhere all at once (but never interfering with your event). Once we got our nearly 3000 photos back, we can confirm, Ken and team must have been in the floorboards, swinging from the rafters, and somehow invisibly hiding in all the small, quiet moments. From a value perspective I feel like it's worth mentioning that those 3000 photos were all beautifully and fully edited, ready for digital posting or large print with no "proof" or hoops to jump through. He does a great job engaging with everyone, making you feel comfortable, and pulling emotions out to capture all the fun and sentimental moments. Your wedding day will fly by, there will be things you miss or wish you had paid close attention to. A great photographer is worth your investment because they will capture the whirlwind for you and your family to relive, reflect on, and enjoy for years to come! Just go with Ken, we promise you, your family, and all your guests will be glad did!
Allyson C
5.0
4/30/2021
Ken and his team were absolutely wonderful to work with. We had a very relaxed and intimate engagement session and then a fabulous wedding session.
Ken and his team brought such high energy to their work and shared such beautiful creative energy. I am so excited to see the final results from all of the pictures that he took that day.
Danielle V
5.0
1/05/2021
Ken is amazing! Initially, we weren't going to have a full wedding photographer because we had a very small wedding, and 15 photos were included with the package we chose. With that said, our friends gifted us with Ken for our photos because they knew we would look back and wish we had more than 15. In a nutshell: I'm speechless. Ken was SO great to work with! Our pictures turned out beautifully and he was genuinely such a fun photographer to work with. When I look through these photos (over and over, btw), the pure joy and happiness shines through in his work. On top of our beautiful photos, my family couldn't stop talking about how amazing he was, and how they'd never had such a fun wedding photo experience in all their years! I'd recommend Ken to anyone!
Lea C
5.0
12/29/2020
Ken is incredible! I've never met someone more excited and passionate about taking photos! He is an extraordinarily gifted, creative, and artistic photographer. Ken and his second shooter Nony captured our day wonderfully, and our wedding photos turned out absolutely amazing. Ken played around with different colors and lighting, and we love how it turned out; the photos are so fun to look at! I would highly recommend Ken Pak!
Cynthia G
5.0
10/27/2020
I can not say enough good things about Ken, he was absolutely wonderful and went above beyond our expectations! Quality, artistic, one of a kind pictures! His pictures will take you back to your special moment and after all that is all we are left with. So thankful we found Ken Pak Photography!
Michelle T
5.0
10/27/2020
I was a bridesmaid in a wedding that Ken and his team photographed back in 2014 and his photos, by far, have been some of the best that I have seen. Even when our big plans were changed due to COVID-19, there was still no question that we wanted Ken as our photographer for our mini ceremony. Throughout the wedding day, Ken and his team were prompt, professional, and fun! What really stood out to me during the day was their boundless enthusiasm and creativity while taking our photos. As my husband and I look through our photos, we continue to be impressed at how artistic and creative the photos turned out to be and how he was able to take a simple background and turn it into something beautiful. Ken and his team were also able to capture all of the little details of our wedding in a fun way and the sweet candid moments we had. Ken and his team did an amazing job and our wedding photos turned out beautifully. I would highly recommend Ken and his team to anybody looking for an amazing, high energy, fun, creative, and artistic photographer!
Lauren F
5.0
10/26/2020
Literally want Ken to photograph my entire life. He took great care in getting to know us, understanding the feel we wanted in our photos, as well as just generally being an awesome person. He also was very great at adjusting to COVID and us being a microwedding.
anonymous u
5.0
10/26/2020
Ken and his second shooter Nony are PHENOMENAL!!!!! We had excellent communication leading up to the wedding and throughout the entire wedding day/night! They were the sweetest people to my wedding party and guests- everyone had a blast with them on the dance floor and I loved that they were IN the action to capture the moment! Ken directed everyone clearly and efficiently when taking family and wedding party photos so that not a minute went to waste. By the end of the night all of the guests knew their names and loved their energy! Ken even helped the videographer get his shots and brought extra lights and everything! He took charge directing/posing everyone and made sure every shot was fun, creative and showed our personalities. I am so thankful to Ken and Nony and their hard work they put in to make our pictures amazing! 10/10 stars highly recommend!! celeste
Ken Pak there are not enough words of thanks I could say for what you have created for us- we truly hit the mother load of perfection by being blessed to have picked you to photograph this most important event in our lives. I could not have been happier with your communication from the very start- you did EXACTLY what you said you would do and even MORE. You took the time to get to know us and for us to get to know you and your precious family. I have NEVER SEEN ANYONE WORK AS HARD AS YOU DID! Not only on the day of, but obviously on the beautiful editing of the hundereds of photos! Honestly, I just want to cry with happiness -feeling so fortunate to have picked you as our photographer! We were so comfortable with you the entire day -you made it perfect- a true professional! So much gratitude for you, Noni and your unbelievable talents! We were Blessed Beyond Belief!!!.
WISHING YOU NOTHING BUT THE BEST IN YOUR LIFE KEN
BECAUSE YOU ARE THE BEST!
Truly- Tracy Fontana Celestes' mama
Tatyana A
5.0
10/26/2020
Ken was an absolute joy to work with ! He is charismatic and a true visionary. Despite there being torrential rain and me getting sick on my wedding day, he worked with us and our pictures were MAGICAL! His work is one of a kind. My wife and I would definitely recommend him 100%!
Mark F
5.0
10/26/2020
Ken Pak was absolutely wonderful at both our wedding and engagement photo session. I couldn't have asked for a better wedding photographer, if I could put 6 stars I would. He is a man of great vision and artistic talent, patience, sincerity, and overall one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. If you were to google his name you'll see he is highly respected in the photography and wedding industry, it is no surprise as to why he has so many awards attached to him. I do not say lightly that he is probably one of the best wedding photographers in the world if not Top 5. If you are able to hire him, do it! Photos are the only thing from a wedding that'll last a lifetime, don't look for anyone else.
response 10/26/2020
I am in tears, Mark... Thank you again for your trust in having me document your very spec...
ial day. It was my absolute pleasure!
Ioannis N
5.0
10/26/2020
Ken is the most unique photographer I have to say. He’s crazy, vivid , full of love for what he’s doing. He takes the extra step in order to make sure that the result will be the best possible. Ken, you just kick a*s in your job.
response 10/26/2020
Love love love! Thank you Ioannis for leaving a very kind review!
Shalia B
5.0
9/26/2020
Ken is an amazing photographer! He photographed our wedding in Florida and a month later our reception in Virginia. He was able to work with us through the hard times of covid. He captured all the full and loving moments of both of our special days! We highly recommend this funny and kind hearted photographer!!
response 10/26/2020
Thank you thank you thank you!
Alice G
5.0
8/28/2019
I cannot recommend Ken enough. As someone who loves photography and can be very picky when it comes to photography, Ken's photos really stood out to me when we were looking for photographers for our wedding. After doing more research and looking at more photos we decided to work with him for our engagement shoot and wedding day, which was the best decision. To say he is talented seems like an understatement. His photos are absolute perfection. He has an impeccable eye for detail and for catching some of the most beautiful candid moments. We love our wedding photos so much and had an amazing time working with Ken!
Shannon R
5.0
8/07/2019
Shannon R.
My wife and I chose Ken specifically because he goes beyond traditional wedding photos. He will go to great lengths to get the perfect photo for you. If you have a good sense of humor and are open to creative photos, look no further. We were looking for great photos from our wedding and reception that would be frame worthy yet spark conversation other than "very nice wedding photo." We got a lot of exactly that. We are so happy with our finished product. Ken captured many great moments with a second shooter. You will not go wrong with Ken Pak!
Kirsten G
5.0
5/01/2019
We originally wanted Ken to do our photos, but unfortunately he was booked for our special day. We ended up going with his normal assistant, Nony Park, and she was beyond amazing. With her energy, goofy personality, and quick one liners, she quickly became a favorite at the wedding. People couldn’t stop talking about how great she was and asking how we found her. She was very engaging, and was able to even catch the attention of the most shy children. Ken helped with all of the correspondence, and was there for our engagement shoot. Even if Ken is booked, check out his team, you won’t be disappointed!
Anne Marie L
5.0
11/11/2018
Ken is an amazing photographer! He takes his time and captures shots that you would never think of, his pictures are artistic, colorful and memorable. Ken met with us early in the morning for engagement photoshoot and ensured the dc monuments popped! We received so many pictures from the wedding, not just the bridal party or typical shots but he took the time to interact with the guests and to truly capture the perfect shot. I highly recommend!
Cynthia S
5.0
9/15/2018
Easy to work with! He will go the extra mile to capture beautiful and unique moments
Becky B
5.0
8/22/2018
Ken Pak is the only wedding photographer you should look into using. I don't think we'll be able to fully explain how amazing he is with the limited space we have available.
Let me start by saying that he's great with communication. He won't leave you hanging even though he is constantly traveling for weddings. When we had our first video chat we instantly felt a connection. Luckily our wedding date was one of the few left in the beginning of April. From our engagement shoot in Manhattan to our wedding in Buffalo, Ken exceeded expectations. People would actually call him the Ninja because he was somehow in multiple places at the same time getting the best pictures. We actually had an ice storm the day of our wedding and Ken didn't skip a beat. In fact, he was excited by the challenge.
He's a wonderful human with a heart of gold and exceptional talent. We didn't feel like we hired the traditional wedding photographer. We feel as though we made a friend. He MADE our special day.
Truly, look no further and hire Ken.
Kimberly G
5.0
11/11/2017
Ken is absolutely amazing! Just look at all the awards he has received. We were so fortunate that our wedding planner, Colleen of CCS Events in Richmond, VA recommended Ken Pak Photography to us. He photographed our daughter's engagement and bridal portrait settings. He then photographed their amazing wedding. Our guest started asking us when they saw the engagement photos where we found our photographer, and then when they saw him in action at the wedding, there was no doubt the photos were going to be priceless. His energy is beyond belief, his talent and ideas are exceptional and breathtaking. Ken never stops photographing. I have been to weddings and watch the photographers captured the moment and then wait for the next photo op, not Ken and his staff. They are photographing the entire time.
We are so fortunate that Ken is also photographing our younger daughter wedding. Their engagement photos are equally stunning. We are looking forward to seeing him and his staff in action again. We feel certain their pictures will be award winning also.
Kinisha G
5.0
6/29/2017
Ken Pak is simply the best in the business. Just look at these reviews!!!! And trust me, he deserves every single five star review. He is so dedicated and so talented and so good to his clients. He truly went way above and beyond what any other photographer was offering. And on top of his commitment to his clients, his photographs are beyond stunning. I cannot tell you how many people told us that our engagement photos were the best they have ever seen. And then on the day of our (large) wedding, Ken was so dedicated to capturing every important moment. He and his team strategized to cover each event from every angle, and thereby really captured the essence of the whole day. He has an unbelievable energy, charisma, and perfectionism which truly came through in every single photo. We are so grateful to Ken and so happy he was the one capturing our wedding!
Rattana V
5.0
6/01/2017
Ken is a great photographer who is willing to work with his clients and provide the best outcome for his work. He provides beautiful photos that are unique, fun, and creative. If you are looking for an award-winning photographer who is easy to work with and can capture every detail of your wedding, I would recommend him!
Tae A
5.0
4/27/2017
The best of the best! We had Ken for both of our engagement session and on our wedding days. He goes sooooooo much to make sure your photos are extra meaningful and creative! He realized how much creative and artistic pictures I wanted in our pictures and he tailored each shot according to what I liked. Tell you what you want and trust him. You won't regret it.
Seth and Beth K
5.0
11/14/2016
Ken is ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE and most certainly one of the greatest wedding photographers IN THE WORLD! How would I know....I'm a wedding photographer myself. Not only has he won every major photography award on the planet, he is one of the most laid back and funniest chaps around. Our experience with him was phenomenal and the photos truly capture our loving relationship. Ken is simply AMAZING!
Nasreen A
5.0
8/24/2016
Ken was an amazing photographer! We received so many beautiful photos from him:)
Rimas F
5.0
8/08/2016
I have recently had the honour to work with an amazingly talented, award winning and very professional Ken Pak photography. The encounter left me humbled and amazed by Ken Pak, who is no less than a professional innovative and friendly photographer. I observed Ken Pak freezing the most precious moments in our clients’ lives and doing it with such a passion and dedication that seemed effortless. Ken Pak managed to open up not only the clients but all the guests at the festivity. He was easy to work with and full of ideas.
I hope that Rimas Films and Ken Pak Photography will receive many more opportunities to share knowledge and experience in the years to come.
Molly T
5.0
7/17/2016
We are so glad we chose Ken for our wedding photography needs. Not only does he have a great artistic eye, but he has a great personality as well. He did a great job of making our post-ceremony photo shoot fun. It's been over a week since our wedding and members of our wedding party are still talking about how nice and relaxed Ken was. Ken is a must hire for your wedding!
5.0
3/05/2016
I highly recommend Ken Pak. My wife and I planned our wedding on a day which ultimately coincided with one of the worst snowstorms in DC. To our dismay, we had to cancel our planned event. Ken earned our enduring respect by treating us fairly in the aftermath of our heartbreak. We had two engagement photo sessions and I can only say that his talent with photography is matched by his integrity. It wasn't what we planned, but the fact that he didn't take advantage of us, honestly, meant more than he'll ever know.
trinidad b
5.0
2/11/2016
KEN IS AMAZING!
We met with several photographers, but Ken.... He is truly an artist! At our first meeting he met us well prepared, he was funny, loving and very professional. After we walked out of the meeting, we look at each other and said, "done".
At the hotel where we were getting married he was AMAZING, THOUGHT OUT OF THE BOX, SPONTANEOUS, IMAGINATIVE, a DARE-DEVIL (lol). We also had a secondary photographer, Ken's friend and he too was GREAT. The groomsmen told me he had them in stitches and just as "out of the box" as Ken. If you want fun, artistic and most of all photos that capture those singular moments of "love in action", your mom brushing your hair, your bridesmaid maybe asleep (that actually happened lol), your sister staring at you when you don't even know it... Ken gets that. I guess what I appreciated the most, was Ken. He is a phenomenal at what he does, he loves every minute of it and in every minute of him photographing you, love and appreciate him more. There wasn't an angle he didn't miss or a moment he didn't catch or a creative photo he didn't create.
The first photo I saw.... I fell in love!!! It was literally perfect. Then I saw the photo of my first dance with my father, ugh.. I cried!!!! I t was so beautiful and caught him telling me a joke and his smile is priceless! He truly captured us and our day perfectly from the moment he arrived until he left at the end of the reception. Let's just say whatever comes next with us, Ken will be the photographer! I would and highly recommend him!
5.0
11/30/2015
We HIGHLY recommend you book Ken Pak NOW for your wedding! So worth the investment- Ken is amazingly talented! He and his assistant Nony did both our engagement and wedding photos, and did a FABULOUS job on both! When we were first starting our wedding planning, we looked at a few photographer websites that were very unexciting and drab, and then attended a holiday party where several of our married friends stressed to us that photography is something you MUST be happy with as that is what stays with you the rest of your life. Not a week or two later, a work colleague recommended Ken Pak, we looked at his website and were instantly impressed. After a meeting with Ken and witnessing his abounding passion and pride for his work, it was a no-brainer. His style is super playful and fun, which we felt represented us well, but he's also so great at capturing those few rare, unique and touching moments of your special day. The wedding day is such a whirlwind of activity for the couple- it's such a treat to come away from the with so many fabulous photos that just captured our wedding perfectly. Thank you, Ken!
Sara G
5.0
11/02/2015
Ken was a fantastic photographer, from the moment he arrived, you could tell that he and his team were prepared to capture every special moment of our wedding day (which sped by, as everyone always tells you). He arrived on time at our Leesburg home rental, where the bridesmaids and groomsmen were all getting ready, and he came up with all sorts of creative angles and shots to capture the quirky personalities of everyone involved. Even though it was slightly chilly outside and everyone was busy, Ken kept the spirit of the group light and made sure everyone was smiling for the camera. At Cana Vineyards for the ceremony and reception, you could tell that his ideas kept flowing each minute, with each small detail, each group photograph, each scenic background. We've only seen a fraction of the thousands of photos taken by Ken and his wonderful team (two extra shooters assisting him with props and details and other angles), but we cannot wait to see the full extent of the phenomenal photos we know he captured. Thanks so much to Ken. Love, Mike & Sara Wolfe, Wedding at Cana Vineyards of Middleburg, VA on 10-17-15.
5.0
10/28/2015
Ken Pak is a mind-numbingly amazing photographer. The story behind this pic is way funnier than the pic. One of my favorite wedding day moments ever...and that's 400+ weddings in 10 years behind that statement.
Background: Photographer is trying to get everyone to jump at the same time (I'm off screen) but they try like a ton of times with little success.
Me: "Mr. Photographer, they are all Asian and White...please...allow the Black man to teach them how to jump."
Everyone busts out laughing and Ken Pak is like "let's make this a photo".
Maria S
5.0
10/28/2015
If I only had one word to describe Ken Pak it would be --AMAZING! I discovered Ken at a bridal show in DC late last year. There were many photographers in attendance, but Ken's pictures and personality were very different. His creativity and being down to earth stood out from the others. From our first meeting with Ken to discuss the details of our wedding to our wedding day, he was professional, friendly, and genuine.
My husband and I were married in Annapolis, MD earlier this month and we are so grateful to Ken for capturing all of the wonderful memories from our special day. Ken's talent as a photographer and passion for photography can bee seen in all of his work. During our special day he made us feel comfortable and like we were his only clients. He was extremely patient, energetic, and had some amazing ideas for shots. He even got down on the ground to take various shots. We received so many comments from our family and friends about what an amazing photographer we had! We feel so blessed to have found Ken! Don't delay, book Ken now for your special day. You will not be disappointed and will join all of us who have worked with Ken and have amazing photos from one of the happiest days of our lives!
Maria S.
Nicole C
5.0
10/27/2015
Ken was absolutely perfect. We are the most unphotogenic couple but Ken's photos somehow made us look amazing. Like magic! He included a free engagement session and although it was supposed to be short, he was in the zone and we shot for hours. I've never seen anyone so passionate about their work. Even during cocktail hour, Ken made us walk around foreverrrr outside in wet grass and soggy trees and I was so exhausted! But those turned out to be the most beautiful pictures ever...
Samantha R
5.0
10/02/2015
Everyone at our DC wedding RAVED about him, and I couldn't agree more. He was worth every penny and one of the things I don't regret splurging on. Our wedding photos at St. Peter's and the DAR are PHENOMENAL! I will definitely be working with Ken on all of our major life events. Trust me brides out there- I met with several other photographers and did engagement shoots with them and they were just NOT worth the money I paid for. My advice to any of you considering using Ken for your wedding- DO IT!
Claudia V
5.0
12/27/2014
Ken Pak is truly an artist!!! He is so great, his work is absolutely amazing! We were so fortunate to be able to get him almost a week before our wedding for videography .He was so helpful by trying to accommodate our Sunday wedding in his busy schedule . We just received our final product and we couldn't be any happier to have had him as part of our wedding. If you want modern videography and photography Ken Pak is it.
Kelly R
5.0
11/05/2014
Ken Pak is the man when it comes to photography. Not only does he take amazing and creative pictures but he's so much fun to work with. Ken captured our dream wedding perfectly and I couldn't have asked for anything better. We will definitely be using him again in the future. I highly recommend hiring Ken Pak Photography for any occasion. He is simply the best.
Genevieve d
5.0
10/31/2014
One of the best decisions we made for our wedding was hiring Ken. Photography was very important to us – we wanted the best and truly that is what we got in Ken… all that and more! When we were in the process of researching photographers online, Ken really stood out from the pack. We noticed that he took photos from different angles and has a very unique eye. His photos are gorgeous, captivating and most of all, FUN! Once we get to know him, we realized that his photos really reflect his personality. He’s fun, outgoing, creative and such a kind soul.
During our first meeting with him, we could tell he was already invested in us. He was so excited to capture our big day and we could tell he wanted to make sure we got exactly what we wanted in our photos. We loved it! He’s also easy to talk to, accommodating and offers a ton of ideas. We were truly so excited that he was available to shoot our wedding.
Ken's enthusiasm and commitment to us continued all the way through to the very end of our wedding and when we got our photos. We incorporated a lot of Filipino traditions during our big day. These traditions usually tend to make the ceremony and reception last much longer than your average wedding and Ken really went above and beyond for us. The time on his watch didn’t matter; he wanted to capture everything and he wanted to deliver a ton of artsy, creative shots of just me and my husband. Even our family and guests noticed how late he stayed -- they were so impressed!
We were just so thrilled with Ken. Our engagement session with him was super fun. He captured so many incredible photos – many of which we displayed during our wedding reception. The photos he took also had many of our friends and colleagues asking “Who took your photos?!” Ken just has so many good ideas and he’ll do anything to capture that perfect shot - lay down on the ground, stop traffic, etc.
As for our wedding photos, we couldn’t be happier. It was truly incredible how many photos he gave us in the end – not your typical amount. We are so grateful for all the photos we have and we really hope to be able to work with him again in the future.
Future brides and grooms: Ken is a gem, a one-of-a-kind. You’ll be so happy you went with him.
5.0
10/28/2014
Mr. Ken Pak has a great team. I witnessed the "sincerity" from his team. I loved communicating with him and his staff from the beginning to the end. He was compassionate, but he was very humble at what he has accomplished. I literally praised Lord's name because I was able to be connected with him. Ken Pak Team, They did not make just looking-good photos. They truly understood about what aspects of life we were going through, and produced the best of what we had and where we were. Thank you so much for being in DC, VA, and MD region. I will need you for my special days in the future.
5.0
10/28/2014
I enjoyed the time.
Mr. Pak worked so hard for us to make our event special.
He was very energetic, creative, and enthusiastic and very professional.
I am very satisfied with our pictures.
5.0
10/28/2014
We met Ken at a Bridal Fair in D.C. We thought we had already picked out a photographer for our wedding in Utah...... but then we met Ken and saw his work. I absolutely fell in love, again;). His work is so beautiful and just speaks to the viewer. I knew he was The One...I wanted to take our wedding photos. We prioritized what we wanted most at our wedding and a good photographer was at the top of the list, so we found other areas we were willing to compromise on and fit Ken into our budget. It was the best decision we made! The most consistent compliment I still receive is how incredible our wedding photos are.
Not only is Ken's work amazing, he is amazing to work WITH. He loves what he does and it makes your big day that much more fun having a photographer who is excited to take beautiful pictures of you!:) It was wonderful not having to micro-manage to get the pictures we wanted, but rather sit back and enjoy, knowing that he is 110% capable of capturing the unique and gorgeous photos we wanted.
In short: WE LOVE KEN!!
Gabrielle P
5.0
10/27/2014
I loved working with Ken! He and his team were professional and were able to capture so many memories in our wedding day. He truly loves what he does and you can see it in how he treats his clients and the care he takes in helping you create memories in your day. My husband and I are very camera shy and Ken made us look like movie stars in our photos. We highly recommend him and his team because of their great skill, their great attention to detail, their artistic ability and most of all because they sincerely care about you and your special day.
Layla S
5.0
10/27/2014
What a wonderful photographer!
My husband and I ran into Ken when we were looking for venues. We loved his personality and how fun and professional he is. We didn't look any further and signed up with him.
Fast forward to the engagement pictures, Ken did above and beyond what we expected. We went to a few spots in DC and boyyy! the pictures were amazing.
On our wedding day, he was at the venue earlier than he promised and he even cut from his dinner time when we wanted a few pictures with our friends. Both Ken and his assistant have very pleasant personality, and at the same time focused on taking great pictures, yet not being in your face all the time.
He communicated with us throughout and totally took the vision and what we liked in pictures and transferred it to our pictures.
The best part is that the day after our engagement picture session and only ONE day after our wedding, with our permission, he posted a few pictures on his facebook. We loved it! because it will take a while for pictures to come out and in the meantime, we have some wonderful professional high quality pictures to share with our family and friends.
Ken is absolutely fantastic!
Jeremy K
5.0
10/27/2014
Ken is by far the best photographer we've ever worked with. He has an incredible amount of experience and it really shows in all of the wonderful photos he took. He is very easy to work with and his dedication to photography is clear. Our wedding was rained out and mostly had to stay inside. At the end of the night Ken apologized since we were inside so much of the day and said if we were not satisfied he would try to work something out. In the end the photos still turned out great and we have so many favorites. We stayed frugal for a lot of the rest of the wedding, but Ken was more than worth the cost.
Christina K
5.0
10/27/2014
Oh Ken Pak. How are you so talented?! The only times I teared up at my wedding were during the vows and just taking a peek at the PHENOMENAL pictures Ken was taking throughout the day. Ken and his assistant Nony were so fast and upbeat you really couldn't ask for anything more. The sneak peeks Ken posted the NEXT DAY are all my guests are commenting on. I can't wait to see the rest of the photos. His flexibility, creativity and personality are all a bride could ever dream of for their wedding day. He's so sweet and fun to work with and really makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera. Book him while you can because he is DEFINITELY in demand with good reason!!!! Thank you sooo much Ken and Nony!!
Julianne N
5.0
9/11/2014
Ken Pak and his assistant were amazing. I can not wait to see all of my pictures. He was all about the bride and groom! At one point, it began to sprinkle and I started freaking out about my hair and makeup possibly being compromised; he expressed that it wasnt raining enough yet to not get this particular shot he wanted. That made me feel really awesome, that he really cared about getting particular shots that he knew my husband and I would want, and a little sprinkle couldn't stop that! He came earlier than he said, and stayed until the party was over! He was fun, and made us all feel very comfortable. He was upfront about pricing, and made sure he knew what kind of photography we wanted. We are very pleased with our choice of photographer. Thanks Ken!
Yoonae S
5.0
8/27/2014
Hiring him was the best choice we’ve made on our wedding plan. When I first met him at the wedding convention, I fell in love with his portfolios. I felt even stronger feelings than the one I had when I found my wedding gown. I was sure his pricing would be extremely high. Since we tried to minimize our wedding budget, I didn’t think that we could hire him. However, he understood our situation and adjusted pricing for us a little bit. (His pricing is already reasonable, well.. I think actually cheap compared to his talent) He is a really nice and funny guy. You will see if you meet him in person. I could tell he loves what he is doing. Even though we didn’t ask him for an extra photo shoot, he was willing to take more photos for us. I am afraid of being in front of camera, but he made me feel sooo comfortable so I could make pose easily. We’ve got the photos 2 weeks after our wedding. All the photos were stunning. He is literally talented. Also, the online album (no additional charge) was very lovely. I could download any pictures I want with different sizes (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, Original). + we didn’t hire DJ due to our limited budget, and he lent us his audio system for free! We made our own playlist and played music by connecting my laptop to his amps. Everyone in the wedding venue loved him. Who doesn’t? I am going to hire him whenever I need a photographer. HE IS THE BEST.
Roxi M
5.0
8/06/2014
If you are still looking for a photographer... LOOK NO MORE! Ken Pak is IT. He is beyond amazing. His pictures are breathtaking and you can see the passion he has for photography right through his lens. If you need proof, just check out his website and facebook page. I still don't know how we managed to book him! He travels everywhere for weddings and somehow we snatched him up in little old woodbridge. Ken photographed booth our engagement shoot and wedding day. My friends and family can't stop talking about his work. Ken and his assistant do everything in their power to capture candid and quality moments. I cannot wait until all of our wedding photos arrive. He uses what is around him to take phenomenal and creative shots. He also made us feel comfortable and made the whole experience so much fun. This review does not do justice of what an extraordinary photographer Ken is. Book him, quick!
He is the best around!!
Julia K
5.0
7/26/2014
Ken and his partner were totally awesome for our wedding. What I liked most about Ken is his way of maintaining complete professionalism while still being really goofy and fun. This man truly loves what he does, and it shows in his photography. Three thumbs up!!!
Cassandra T
5.0
10/07/2013
Ken Pak and his team were incredible. True professionals! The photos he took for our engagement session and our wedding are outstanding. I couldn't have asked for better pictures. Ken and his team are also just great people. We enjoyed working with them a lot. You will have your pictures for the rest of your life to remind you of your special day, don't settle for mediocre, get the best!
Leah F
5.0
10/03/2013
I have taken some time to write this review because it is very important to me that it captures the quality of service that we got from Ken Pak Photography during our Sept '13 wedding (and rehearsal dinner). From start to finish, we were blown away by the professionalism and skill provided. Ken Pak Photography truly went above and beyond what we were expecting. Arriving early, staying late, snapping AMAZING shots even when we had no idea the moments were being captured were just a few of the reasons I will recommend them to anyone looking to get exceptional photography from really easy to be around people. Our family and other guests constantly comment on how fantastic our photos are and how easy it was to be photographed because Ken and his staff are SO easy/comfortable to be around. We had an outdoor wedding and were looking for more candid shots that traditional wedding poses. We did not give too much direction from there (honestly we really just wanted the night to be captured and were not too sure what to expect). Ken took the limited info we gave and somehow captured the entire day and night on film in ways that blew us away. We have actually had people ask us if he is a friend, because the photography really seems to show the personalities, relationships, and sentiments of myself, my husband, and our family, friends, and guests on film. He did snap a few traditional poses (which pleased the parents) but was able to do so very quickly and allowed plenty of time to get back to having fun with our loved ones. Ken is very skilled and knowledgeable of the use of natural lighting to enhance the photography. He knew just when to get my husband and I to quickly snap sunset shots that have turned out to be some of my favorite! Eric was our second photographer and we all found him to be equally great at making everyone comfortable around the camera and snapping fantastic shot. He photographed our rehearsal dinner and we practically had to beg him to put the camera down and get a bite of food. Our pastor asked that no one get in between the wedding party and our guests during the ceremony, specifically the photographers. I was worried that this may cause the photos of the ceremony to be compromised, but I did not need to worry one bit. Eric somehow snapped shots from the perfect angle behind the gazebo (even though it required him to climb discretely through bushes) and Ken covered the other side. I do not remember seeing them almost at all during the ceremony, but the quality and quantity of the photos was not compromised one bit! I still have no idea how they did this!
I have written many online reviews for things (from food to hair salons) and think it is very important to keep them completely honest. Ken Pak Photography was amazing. I cannot recommend them more highly. You can see proof of the talent and skill in the photos. However, one of the best things about Ken Pak Photography was how comfortable and connected to each moment they allowed us to be. Ken Pak Photography truly enhanced our wedding experience and now we have incredible photos that completely capture our wedding to enjoy for years to come. We did not get what we paid for with Ken Pak Photography… we got SO, SO much more.
Thank you, Ken and Eric. You guys ROCK!!
Felicia E
5.0
10/03/2013
Ken Pak Photography was recommended from a friend. Ken and his team were wonderful on the day of my wedding. I planned my wedding in ONLY 23 days, and Ken was available and was able to accommodate my wedding needs with my budget.
Ken and his wife were on-site and they took wonderful pictures. If you want a team that has excellent work, great customer service and a company willing to be creative and work with your budget, choose Ken Pak Photography!
Thank you for being apart of my wedding day and making it memorable for me and my husband. I look forward to using Ken for my destination wedding for my anniversary.
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