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Michael Anderson Photography

5 out of 5 stars and 151 reviews
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About This Vendor

World's Only Light Painting Wedding Photographers

Joannie & I are the world's only Light Painting Wedding Photographers. Our photographic style ranges from contemporary to traditional; candid to grunge. As Minnesota's Husband and Wife Wedding Photography Team since 1986, we go out of our way to make your wedding day creative and really fun! It's actually like having your best friends as your photographers! - M&J

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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits, Day After Session, Engagement
Photo & Video
Digital Files, Online Proofing, Photo, Printed Enlargements, Second Shooter Available, Social Media Sharing, Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic, Classic, Documentary, Dramatic, Lifestyle, Modern, Vintage
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged, Rehearsals & Parties, Wedding
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2022 Best of Weddings Winner2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner2014 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner2011 Best of Weddings Winner

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Michael Anderson Photography Reviews

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Reviewed On 10/09/2021 by Hannah B
Michael and Joannie went above and beyond! We couldn’t be happier with the photos and how great they were. Honestly, the best of the best! Words can’t describe how helpful and intuitive they were to every detail. They are wonderful. Wonderful ...
pictures and wonderful people. We love them! And will be referring them to our friends and family forever.
Reviewed On 7/13/2021 by Jacob A
Michael and his wife Joannie were the easiest choice to make for our wedding vendors. Their photography skills and attention to detail are unmatchable. On our wedding day they made everything so easy and fun. I would highly recommend this great...
photography team.
Reviewed On 7/09/2021 by Kelli P
Michael and his wife Joannie photographed my sister’s wedding. They were professional and fun to work with. Their creativity, their eyes for the perfect shot and their “roll with it” attitude made for a great experience. Sun, flower girl, traff...
ic not cooperating with the shot they were going for? They didn’t stress and just rolled with it. And the finished product does not capture any of the challenges that were faced at the time of the shot. Nice work Micheal and Joannie. My sister’s pictures are AMAZING!! I’ll be recommending you to my friends 💗
Response from the Vendor on 10/05/2021
Thank you, Kelli, for the wonderful review! There was certainly a lot going on (as there is with pretty much all weddings), but what a great wedding! We love the images as much as you do! Thank you! - M&J
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Reviewed On 7/08/2021 by Zoe D
Very precise photographer who took incredible photos for my best friends wedding! He did a great job capturing all of the fun moments as well as the emotional ones. The portraits of the bride and groom looked so phenomenal!
Response from the Vendor on 10/05/2021
Thank you very much, Zoe! - M&J
Reviewed On 7/08/2021 by Amber M
Such a great team! Really knew how to work their crowd especially when it came to trying to get the flower girl to smile😊 made me smile even more in pictures! So friendly and personal
Response from the Vendor on 10/05/2021
Thank you for the review! We love working with kids, so getting her to smile was right up our alley! - M&J
Reviewed On 7/08/2021 by Lexy M
Very nice and educated photographers. Captured hundreds of beautiful moments from the wedding. The photographers were well prepared and knew how to capture pictures with excellent lighting. Also the pictures were available in a short period of ...
time all while being very well done and excellent. Would definitely recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 10/05/2021
Thank you, Lexi, for the nice review! Thank you for noticing our lighting as we work hard to make sure that everyone has good light in their eyes! - M&J
Reviewed On 7/06/2021 by Johnna A
Michael and Joannie make an amazing husband and wife team. They were so professional and fun to work with. Our wedding pictures are absolutely stunning, and I am so happy that we chose them to capture our day. Both Michael and Joannie took pic...
tures , so not only do we have beautiful pictures of ourselves but we also have fun action shots, as well as pictures of our guests and our decorations- they really captured our WHOLE day.
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2021
Thank you, Johnna, for the sweet review! You two are such a cute couple and we are so incredibly happy for you both! You, your families, and the whole wedding party were a blast to spend the day with. Thank you for your kindness all day long! -...
M&J
Reviewed On 12/07/2020 by Dannah H
After researching, my husband and I chose Michael Anderson Photography to capture our special day and I'm so happy we did! Mike and Joannie were so kind from the moment we started communicating via email. It was important to us that we did not ...
do a "first look". Mike and Joannie worked with us and reassured us that it would not be a problem for timing. From the moment they arrived, they made us, as well as our family and friends, feel extremely comfortable. They did a great job with the kids and getting them to smile. I loved that while Mike was shooting straight, Joannie was off to the side taking candid photos. We were lucky enough to get a light painting done in front of the custom bar my dad built. WOW, were we blown away at how great it turned out! A few weeks after the wedding, we received a highlight video that included a small clip of my dad and I walking down the aisle. We chose not to have a videographer and receiving the highlight video is something we will treasure forever! Mike and Joannie are so talented and went above and beyond. I cannot recommend them enough! Book them now, you won't regret it!
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2021
Dannah, what a fantastic review!! Your wedding day was so fun and unique (in a really good way), it made it so fun to be a part of it all. Joannie & I wish you two the very best and we look forward to seeing your relationship grow in the years ...
to come! - M&J
Reviewed On 12/06/2020 by Samantha J
I hosted my sister and brother-in-law's wedding this fall and they hired Michael Anderson Photography to capture their special day. From the moment they arrived they were professional and made everyone comfortable. They worked great with the ki...
ds and did goofy things to make them smile! Their talent shows in the final product. I highly recommend booking Michael Anderson Photography!
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2021
Thank you, Samantha, for the great review! We loved photographing in your beautiful yard. Everything and everyone were so nice, it made it easy to do what we love! - M&J
Reviewed On 12/06/2020 by Sue F
What an incredible and talented team Mike and Joannie are! They are so kind and made the family and bridal party feel so comfortable. As soon as they arrived they walked the yard and found beautiful backdrops for the pictures. The quality of th...
eir work is amazing! I highly recommend using Michael Anderson Photography!
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2021
Thank you, Sue, for the nice review! We really enjoyed meeting your families and capturing the day's events for you. The "kids" wedding day was a blast!- M&J
Reviewed On 12/05/2020 by Jordan H
Mike & Joannie were tremendous to work with for our backyard wedding this fall. They were very professional, fun, and patient with us leading up to and including our wedding day. The light painting was also very awesome and a cherry on top. Tha...
nk you!
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2021
Thank you for asking us to be a part of your pretty wedding! Joannie & I are so happy for you guys! - M&J
Reviewed On 11/17/2020 by James W
Michael Anderson Photography did a great job with our wedding. It was a sunny day and so good lighting for the pictures was hard to find, but Michael did an excellent job of finding locations that resulted in beautiful photos. Michael and his ...
wife, Joannie, were very easy to work with and I would highly recommend.
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2020
Thank you, James, for the nice review! Yes, it was a sunny one (there are worse things that Mother Nature can throw at you on a wedding day), but nothing we couldn't handle for you guys. Thank you for asking us to be a part of your wonderful we...
dding day! - M&J
Reviewed On 11/17/2020 by Erin W
Michael and Joannie did such a wonderful job with our wedding. Michael was careful to meet at the venue the day before the ceremony to carefully plan for pictures the next day. He also took the time to discuss our wishes several times before t...
he wedding to make sure we got the exact types of pictures we wanted. I would absolutely recommend Michael and Joannie!
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2020
Thank you, Erin, for the great review! Joannie & I loved photographing your wedding! The White Bear Yacht Club was a perfect venue for a truly perfect couple! - M&J
Reviewed On 11/16/2020 by Anna S
I am quite particular and detail oriented, so I was looking for a wedding photographer whom I could trust since we don't live in the Minneapolis area. I found in Michael -professionalism -kindness -regular communication -someone who offers idea...
s and listened to mine -quality photographs So if you want the same, then hire Michael Anderson. I wouldn't have had anyone else take our photos.
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2020
Thank you, Anna, for the wonderful review! I really loved being your wedding photographer. In this crazy COVID year, it was such a pleasure to be outdoors and doing what I love to do for you guys! Congratulations! - Michael
Reviewed On 10/11/2020 by Matt H
Michael and Joannie were absolute perfection. Going down to the smallest detail in our photos to make our special day memories perfect!
Response from the Vendor on 10/13/2020
Hey Matt, thank you for making us a part of your wedding day and for sharing a great review! We totally enjoyed being with you on your fun wedding day! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/10/2020 by Nicole H
Michael and Joannie are the ultimate photo team! One captures posed photos while the other captures action shots! Not only did they focus on the bride, groom and wedding party, they also made sure to capture guests, surroundings and special mom...
ents. They captured and froze in time memories that I didn’t even remember happening! I will forever cherish these amazing photos for years to come!
Response from the Vendor on 10/13/2020
Thank you, Nicole, for the wonderful review! Joannie & I loved witnessing the two of you getting married! It was an honor to capture it all for you, it was a blast. - M&J
Reviewed On 8/21/2020 by April T
I would highly recommend Michael for your wedding photography. I knew I wanted Michael to be my wedding photographer since I was a little girl. This is not because he is family, but because everything he does is flawless and beautiful! Mike ...
is an incredibly gifted photographer and knows exactly how to capture the perfect moments that let you re-live that perfect day forever. Michael and Joannie are amazing to work with. They are professional yet lighthearted and fun! They both have great attention to every detail! They make you feel at ease and are great at guiding you and your crew into position for each shot! From our engagement photos straight through to our reception, I knew Mike would exceed expectations! I am in love with how well our light paintings turned out! We cannot thank them enough for all the heart and soul they put into making our day one that will be cherished for a lifetime!
Response from the Vendor on 08/28/2020
Thank you, April, for the wonderful review. We've watched you grow up and turn into such a beautiful person. Joannie & I are so happy for both of you and are excited to see where life leads you together. We love you both! - M&J
Reviewed On 11/03/2019 by Sally O
We could not be happier with the wedding photos that Mike And Joannie did for our daughter. The creativity is so awesome. The idea of light painting is so out there. Can’t wait to put the wedding album together. Thank you mike and Joannie.
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2020
That, was an amazing wedding! Despite the cold and snow, it had to be one of the prettiest weddings we've ever photographed! Thank you for the nice review! - M&J
Reviewed On 11/02/2019 by Anne K
Highly recommend Michael for your wedding photographer! He was very easy to work with & was great at communicating to us throughout every step from planning to getting our pictures afterwards. He has professional equipment and a ton of experien...
ce - he knows exactly what he's doing, which is awesome to not have to worry about. We got our pictures back super fast, I was amazed. We could not have been happier with our choice in photographer. (And Joannie, Michael's wife & co-photographer on the wedding day, is an absolute ray of sunshine!) I also couldn't believe everything that we got with our package - an amazing deal for such an experienced & professional photographer. I highly recommend Michael as your wedding photographer!
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2020
Your wedding day was simply wonderful! All we can say is thank you! - M&J
Reviewed On 11/02/2019 by Michael K
Michael and Joannie were great to work with right from the first time we met them. Their personalities are fun and the portfolios we viewed were stunning. We knew we wanted to work with them right away. Another big selling point for us was that...
Michael is a full time photographer. Michael and Joannie did not disappoint. They were fun to work with and the pictures turned out amazing.
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2020
Thank you for an amazing wedding day with the two of you and for taking the time to share your experience with others! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/30/2019 by daniel M
Michael and his wife were awesome! they were great to work with and worked hard to get the shots we never thought of. Would highly recommend them!
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2020
Thank you, Dan! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Jenna F
Michael and Joannie were amazing to work with! Not only on the day of our wedding, but in preparing for the big day and for our engagement photos. Michael replies to all questions promptly and brings years of experience to the table, which show...
s in his photos. In capturing our special day, Michael was patient and took the time to make sure he got the perfect shots. Joannie was especially helpful with making sure every one in the group looked "just right" - body turned at the camera right, head tilts, dresses fanned out, etc. They made a great team!
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2020
Thank you, Jenna, for the very sweet review! You two made it easy to do what we love to do at your wedding and we thank you for that! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/19/2019 by Traci M
Michael and Joannie made the day so easy for us! I don't like myself in pictures but they made it seem effortless with getting the pictures that we wanted. The pictures and surprise videos were amazing.
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2020
We're so happy for you two! Crusing the Mississippi River with you, and your family and friends, was an experience that we'll never forget! Thank you for the sweet review too! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/15/2019 by Michael B
We were so pleased with our engagement photos! We knew we wanted an outdoor park setting but were not sure where. Michael recommended Hidden Falls Park in St. Paul. When we arrived, the park road was closed due to high water levels, but he pack...
ed up Lightning McQueen and we walked to the falls. The photos were amazing and we are so happy with them.
Response from the Vendor on 10/02/2019
Thank you, Michael, for the nice review! It was a challenge getting into the park that day, but it sure paid off! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/01/2019 by Mark V
We used Michael and Joannie for our engagement photos and wedding. After reading the reviews and holding an initial meeting at their home studio, we knew Mike and Joannie were the right choice. They even changed timing of their annual vacation ...
to accommodate our wedding date! Mike was very pleasant and easy to work with. His extensive wedding experience was consistently demonstrated by his thorough planning, timeline and photo suggestions, and most importantly, great final product. Joannie was super helpful on the wedding day as well and captured some great candid shots. We received many compliments on the photos / video shared by Mike through his blog. We’re excited to put together our wedding album in the coming weeks and receive the much-anticipated light painting. We would highly recommend to anyone!
Response from the Vendor on 10/02/2019
Thank you, Mark, for the wonderful review. Your wedding was perfect! We have enjoyed becoming friends of yours and being your wedding photographers very much. Keep your stick on the ice and we'll see you soon! - M&J
Reviewed On 6/20/2019 by Casey A
My wife and I had the pleasure of having Michael and Joannie at our wedding in June 2019, and we cannot thank them enough for their services. They both made us feel at ease and guided us through on our wedding day. The pictures were sent to us...
in less than 2 weeks from our wedding and they are beautifully captured. Just by going through the photos, we got to re-live the happy wedding day. Thank you, Michael and Joannie!
Response from the Vendor on 07/17/2019
Thank you, Casey, for the nice review! You guys were awesome to work with, both on the North Shore during your engagement photo shoot, and on your wonderful wedding day! Your wedding album is going to rock! - M&J
Reviewed On 6/16/2019 by Cassie A
Michael and Joannie were amazing to work with. My now brother-in-law and sister-in-law used them for their wedding 4 years ago and ever since then we knew who to have as our wedding photographer. We had both our engagement and wedding photos do...
ne by them and they turned out great. We received our wedding photos before we were married for a full week, and they turned out better than I could have imagined. Michael and Joannie were a huge help making sure we stuck to our timeline throughout the day. Huge THANK YOU to Michael and Joannie for being a part of our special day!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/17/2019
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with other couples. Joannie & I loved working with you two, your families, and friends. What a great wedding! Thank you for asking us to be a part of it. - M&J
Reviewed On 6/01/2019 by Linda S
We are extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to secure Michael Anderson Photography for our engagement and wedding photos! From the very first meeting to the final touches on our wedding photography, there is NOTHING we would have chan...
ged. Michael and Joannie are down to earth, so friendly, easy going, and PROFESSIONAL. They both LOVE what they are doing, and we could not have been happier with the final products. We did our engagement photos in the Fall of 2018. Michael had the proofs ready for us to review within 14 days. Our wedding was in April 2019, and we can say the same thing about those photos. Everything is GORGEOUS! The talent these two have is out of this world. We never even realized they were photographing us much of the time. Michael and Joannie are so accomodating. We have large families, and everything went off like clockwork. There is obviously many, many hours of behind the scenes work that Michael does to make everything perfect. We will definitely use his services again. You will never, ever regret a penny spent on using Michael Anderson Photography. We feel like we have made some friends for life!
Response from the Vendor on 06/02/2019
Thank you, Linda, for the wonderful review! Joannie and I have totally enjoyed getting to know the two of you and being your wedding photographers was a pleasure for both of us. We too are looking forward to a great friendship for many years to...
come! - M&J
Reviewed On 5/19/2019 by Mike S
From start (securing engagement and wedding date photo shoots) to finish (putting together our wedding album), Michael Anderson Photography was the best experience we've EVER had being photographed! We are a little bit older, so we've had some ...
experience in life. We were particular about WHO we chose to photograph us. We wanted it to be a seamless experience, and we definitely got that. Michael is very responsive to voice mails, emails, and text messages. We were thrilled to meet his wife Joannie, and see just HOW GREAT they work together. The whole experience was just what we wanted, expected, and needed! Michael and Joannie know what to do, how to do it, and keep things on time. There seemed to be no pressure at all. And turn around time for all of our photos and videos was super fast! I would recommend these photographers for not only engagement/wedding photos, but ANY special occasion! They are great with EVERYONE! So friendly, honest, and just plain GOOD people! We will use them again....FOR SURE!
Response from the Vendor on 05/22/2019
From one Mike to another, thank you for the terrific review! Your wedding day was so much fun to be a part of. Joannie & I have loved getting to know you and Linda and we're really looking forward to many years of friendship with the two of you...
. - M&J
Reviewed On 5/15/2019 by Sarah S
I cannot recommend Michael and Joannie enough. Working with them for my wedding and engagement photos was a very pleasurable experience from start to finish. The were responsive, extremely timely, provided high quality work, listened to what ...
I wanted, had great suggestions and were fun to be around! I look forward to working with them in the future for our family photos!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/18/2019
We've loved working with you both as well! Thank you for the nice review and we'll see you soon! - M&J
Reviewed On 4/17/2019 by Taran B
Michael Anderson and Joannie Anderson were very good and professional. I had a specific request to take pictures of during the vows when I read the "Mans Prayer" from the red green show, They did a really good job capturing the fun and frivolit...
y people were employing during said vows. In addition, their candid shots were great, All in all they were very fun to work with and I highly recommend them for any picture taking engagement you may have.
Response from the Vendor on 04/17/2019
Hi Taran! Thank you for the great review! Joannie & I really have enjoyed getting to know the two of you and we look forward to a lasting friendship. - M&J
Reviewed On 4/08/2019 by Heather J
Michael and Joannie are amazing! We chose them because they had photographed my friend's wedding a few years back. I knew we were in good hands to choose them for our wedding. They are so personable and friendly. They get just as excited about ...
your big day as you do! We had a very specific theme (50's diner/Back to the 50s) and Michael was ready to highlight all the work we put in to making that theme a reality. He and Joannie even came dressed for the part! We also ran in to the issue of not having much room to get staged photos and it was too cold to do outdoor photos, but he made it all work in a way that eased my stress. He turned the pictures around quickly as well. Its been just over a week since the wedding and we already have our gallery ready and available to make selections for prints and other photo items. They all turned out absolutely amazing. I highly recommend Michael and Joannie!
Response from the Vendor on 04/09/2019
Thank you for the wonderful review! Despite the lousy weather, we're so happy with the way that your wedding photos turned out. It will be very fun working on your wedding album with you in the weeks to come. - M&J
Reviewed On 2/07/2019 by Sam U
The entire wedding planning process was made easier by working with Michael and Joannie. From the first time they invited us into their studio, through engagement pictures, a few planning meetings, and ultimately the big day, they exceeded expe...
ctations. They arrived early, stayed late, and added their own truly unique touch with the light painting. You will not regret spending the extra money on the Andersons - in a market absolutely saturated with amateurs they are a can't miss photography team, and well worth the higher price for the more extravagant packages.
Response from the Vendor on 02/08/2019
We're so happy we exceeded your expectations! That's what we strive to do at every wedding. Thank you for your wonderful review, and let's get going on that cool wedding album soon! - M&J
Reviewed On 2/07/2019 by Taylor U
Michael and Joannie were truly unbelievable for our January 19th wedding. They were professional but fun, knowledgeable, flexible, and lend a helping hand when need be. Our photos are incredible and we can't wait to hang them up in our house! D...
efinitely well worth the price as they are a tier above the rest.
Response from the Vendor on 02/08/2019
Your wedding day weather certainly was VERY cold, but you guys were totally hot! Thank you for being such fun to be with all the time! - M&J
Reviewed On 2/05/2019 by Chris D
We were in a tight time crunch trying to get our wedding photographer booked. We were lucky fo find someone as good and easy to work with as Michael and Joannie. They were even able to fit us in for a engagement session a couple weeks prior t...
o the wedding a couple hours north of the Twin Cities and had a ton of great locations. We even lucked out with one of our pics having a bald eagle flying in the background! Our light photograph will be cherished forever too. As for the wedding, Michael and Joannie made our day very stress free and made sure we got all the pictures we wanted. Fantastic professionals, and better people. Thanks Michael and Joannie!
Response from the Vendor on 02/05/2019
Thank you, Chris, for writing your review! Having you guys join us up on Lake Superior was really cool. And the bald eagle shot and your light painting that we created up there are both fantastic images! Your wedding day was also very memorable...
and fun for us to capture for you too. All in all, you guys are awesome! - M&J
Reviewed On 1/20/2019 by Sally J
As the mother of the bride, I wanted everything to be close to perfect as possible. I wanted to make sure that we picked the best fit for the bride and groom so that they would be relaxed on their wedding day. After meeting with Michael we were...
very impressed with his photos and he made us feel very comfortable. He was very personal and professional. Michael and Joannie far exceeded my expectations. They were both so engaging and professional. The pictures are absolutely breathtaking. I have received so many comments - WOW, WOW AND WOW. Thank you, Michael and Joannie.
Response from the Vendor on 01/25/2019
Thank you for your wonderful review. If you loved their engagement photos, wait until you see the wedding images! We're honored to be capturing this once-in-a-lifetime event for you and your family! - M&J
Reviewed On 1/20/2019 by Kayla O
Michael and Joannie were great to work with! We found Michael Anderson Photography through the knot and knew when we had out first meeting he was the one! We got our engagement and wedding pictures done with them. They were very professional an...
d fun to work with. The photos turned out amazing and even went outside in the freezing cold to capture the gorgeous winter photos!! We are so happy with the results and Michael and Joannie were there to capture our special moments!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/25/2019
Thank you for the honor of being your wedding photographers! We had a blast with you guys at your stunning winter wedding! We're very excited to get a cool wedding album going with you in the weeks ahead too. - M&J
Reviewed On 1/07/2019 by Kaia O
We hired Michael to do our engagement and wedding photos for our December wedding. He was so easy to work with and made the process enjoyable. Our engagement photos were done in the middle of July on a very hot day and on our wedding day there...
was 5" of snow. Both days he was so upbeat and never made us feel like it was a chore. Joannie was also so amazing to work with on our wedding day. She was so sweet and fun! And, of course, all of our pictures turned out amazing!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/08/2019
Thank you for your kind words. Joannie & I totally enjoyed photographing your snowy wedding day with you guys! We are also looking forward to creating a pretty cool wedding album with you very soon. - M&J
Reviewed On 1/04/2019 by Amy L
One of the best parts of having Michael and Joannie take pictures is Joannie’s Spontaneous pictures. My favorite picture of my dad and I was taken by Joannie on the way to do my first look. My dad happened to be in the hallway we got “Dad’s fir...
st look” which wasn’t planned at all. For Christmas I was able to frame one of the pictures and give it to him. My dad honestly almost cried because he thought the picture was so beautiful.
Response from the Vendor on 01/25/2019
That's a great story! Thank you for sharing it with us! - M&J
Reviewed On 12/04/2018 by Ashley H
Mike and Joannie did an absolutely amazing job! From our engagement photos, to our wedding day photos! Mike and Joannie were so much fun to work with and were definitely troops, bearing our brisk October wedding day, to make sure our day was ca...
ptured perfectly! We are so in love with all of our pictures! Mike and Joannie will definitely be seeing us again in the future!
Response from the Vendor on 12/14/2018
Yes, it was a cold day! But you guys were HOT! It was a pleasure spending your wedding day with you, your families, and your friends! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/30/2018 by Dan C
Outstanding! We worked with Michael and Joannie the entire process which was smooth and effortless. They were there to capture all of our special moments. The entire wedding party absolutely loved working with Michael and Joannie and they h...
ad a lot of fun with it! They worked great with the kids in our wedding party giving them nicknames which thrilled them. We are so thankful we found Michael and Joannie and will be using them for our future photography!
Response from the Vendor on 10/01/2018
Dan, thank you for sharing your feelings with other couples. Everything about your wedding day was awesome, and it was all because of you two! It was an honor to spend your wedding day with the two of you! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/28/2018 by Katie C
My husband and I are truly grateful we hired Michael and Joannie to capture out wedding day. Their attention to detail is exceptional, along with being great to work with. We had 3 children in our wedding who can be very active at times. Michae...
l and Joannie were wonderful with them and being able to hold their attention. I highly recommend Michael Anderson Photography to anyone in need of some awesome photographs!
Response from the Vendor on 10/01/2018
Thank you for sharing your wedding day experience working with us. Joannie & I loved being your wedding photographers and we're looking forward to creating what will be an amazing wedding album with you soon! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/15/2018 by Lucia M
Michael and Joannie made our wedding day perfect! They were patient and professional. They had a lot of ideas for places to take beautiful photos since they have been doing wedding photography for many years. We went to the Arboretum and we fou...
nd gorgeous settings for our wedding party photos. Michael knew exactly how to get amazing portraits even though the was a little rain during our photo shoot. We highly recommend Michael and Joannie!
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2018
Hi Lucía! It was so nice of you to share your experience with other couples! Your rainy wedding day photos did indeed turn out awesome! It helped so much that you trusted us to keep you dry and do what we love to do for you. That's why your wed...
ding images turned out so great! Thank you! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/14/2018 by Jeff W
Our engagement session was a lot of fun with Michael! He is easy to talk to and works at a comfortable pace. He's not bossy, or overly artsy, nor are his photos mundane. He talked us through the process so he knew exactly what kind of pictures ...
we wanted. When he and Joannie photographed our wedding, it was raining a little but they were creative and helped us get some fantastic pictures despite the rain in the morning. Also he does this special photography called "light painting" that no other Twin Cities photographer does, so if you want pictures that really look different from the rest of the photographers' around here, he is the man! If you haven't decided on a location yet, ask Michael first for ideas because he's been everywhere. You will NOT be disappointed with your pictures! I highly recommend him!
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2018
Thank you, Jeff, for taking the time to share your experience with other couples. Joannie & I have loved being your wedding photographers and we're looking forward to a lasting friendship too! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/01/2018 by Dang N
Michel and Joannie did a fantastic job at my wedding last month on July 27th, 2018. They worked very hard trying to capture every special moments at our wedding. The pictures turn out great!!! I wish I could order more pictures from them but...
do to limited budget, I may only order 1 or 2 wedding photos from them. I highly recommend them!
Response from the Vendor on 09/01/2018
We are so happy that you found us to photograph your wedding for you! You guys are so sweet and fun. Thank you for taking time out of your day to write a review, and we look forward to working on your wedding album with you very soon! - M&J
Reviewed On 9/01/2018 by Linh n
Can't say enough about Michael and Joannie! They are so professional, detail-oriented, fun, and warm to work with. When working with small children, Michael makes funny gestures to calm crying toddlers and to catch their attention so they wo...
uld smile when he takes the picture. I always adore their works especially their light painting pictures that they have taken for other people and couples in the past. The way they photograph is very unique in color and lightning and that is what I like about them. When I looked at my wedding photos, I was so pleased with the results. I couldn't believe those pictures were mine because they look so gorgeous and beautiful.
Response from the Vendor on 09/01/2018
Joannie and I really enjoyed your "wedding weekend" and we're so happy that you selected us to be your wedding photographers. And now we can call you our friends too. Thank you for taking the time to write a review and we'll see you soon! - M&J
Reviewed On 8/02/2018 by Shayne W
There are not enough words to describe how happy I am with Michael and Joannie, they literally became part of the family and are forever friends. The professional level of pictures along with how personable they were honestly made our weddin...
g go over the top. The whole night I received compliments on how great they were. If you want the best of the best please take the time to meet Michael and Joannie I promise you will not be let down.
Reviewed On 7/25/2018 by John H
Mike and Joannie made our wedding day easy. They were on time, flexible, and great at getting the shots we needed. They led the formal family pictures effortlessly and weren't afraid to keep family moving when we needed to stay on schedule. It ...
was great having them be a part of our wedding day. Absolutely worth hiring
Response from the Vendor on 07/25/2018
Your wedding day was so much fun to be a part of! It was actually pretty easy to keep everything going because you guys, and your family and friends, were so easy going all day long. Thank you for taking the time to write a review for other cou...
ples to see. - M&J
Reviewed On 7/17/2018 by Jennie S
Michael and Joannie went so above and beyond for our wedding photography. We had them running around to 3 different locations throughout the day, and they were always waiting for us when we arrived and were so flexible and creative with our uni...
que ideas about pictures at a brewery and the science museum. We could not be happier with how the pictures turned out - we want all of them. Also, the light painting they do at each wedding is unique to them and creates such a cool image. Also, you spend so much time with your photographers on the wedding day, and Michael and Joannie were experts at staying upbeat while keeping us on our time schedule. They are truly the reason our day went as smoothly as it did, and they stayed past when we had paid them for without complaint to make sure we got all the images we wanted of our reception.
Response from the Vendor on 07/18/2018
You two made it easy for us to do a great job for you! It's clear that you love each other very much and that resonated throughout your whole wedding day! And what can I say about your astronaut light painting photo? It amazed even us! Thank yo...
u for sharing your review with other couples! - M&J
Reviewed On 6/29/2018 by Stephanie A
I've had the pleasure of working with Michael & Joannie Anderson on many occasions in the past. From senior pictures to my sister's wedding, they've been there to capture some of our biggest moments! When it came to planning my own wedding, I k...
new that I HAD to check to see if they were available - and they were!! The Anderson's truly do an amazing job. Each time we work with them, we are blown away by the fantastic images we receive. I can't thank you both enough for taking pictures that I will treasure for a lifetime!
Response from the Vendor on 06/30/2018
It has been an honor to be your family photographers all these years. We look forward to capturing many more milestones in the years to come too! - M&J
Reviewed On 5/30/2018 by Lisa D
Michael and Joannie Anderson are amazing to work with! They are very professional, friendly and can roll with the punches! They not only capture the large picture, but all the small details as well. The light painting photo of the bride and gro...
om is absolutely breathtaking. It was a beautiful day!
Response from the Vendor on 05/31/2018
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for us! We had such a fun day with eveyone at your daughter's wedding. The images turned out wonderul just like the whole wedding day! - M&J
Reviewed On 3/27/2018 by Herman H
Michael & Joannie: As the Father of the Bride I can't express my full appreciation here for the awesome job that you did at my only daughters wedding. When I looked at those pictures, I was able to relive that very moment. I have to tell you,...
Those pictures brought tears to my eyes. My daughter was so beautiful, and the way you were able to capture every moment was amazing. You and Joannie did a great Job for my wedding 13 years ago, but WOW!!!! What you did at my daughters wedding was priceless!!!!! Thanks for capturing that moment.
Response from the Vendor on 03/30/2018
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for us. There aren't many dads that have ever done that before! It was an honor to be both yours and your daughter's wedding photographers! - M&J
Reviewed On 3/25/2018 by Kathleen H
Michael is amazing. The pictures are superior. He is fun to work with and great with children.
Response from the Vendor on 03/30/2018
Thank you for your kind words! Your wedding was a blast!
Reviewed On 11/13/2017 by Amanda D
Michael and Joannie were amazing from start to finish! They went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy and to get the shots we wanted. Photos of our day was on the top of my importance list, Michael and Joannie did my girlfriends wedd...
ing that I was a Personal Attendant for and I knew then that I had to have them for my wedding!!! Michael really helped me feel good about the whole day, he let me know when they were on the way, he helped with a timeline that worked great for everyone. They worked so well with all of our wedding party (kids, family, and silly shenanigans). The photos are above and beyond what I could have ever expected and they are so BEAUTIFUL! I can't even tell you in words the beauty of the pictures. Not to mention, the one of a kind light painting that they do! I would recommend Michael Anderson every single day, every single time! I couldn't be happier! I will be a customer for life! On a side note, we had even set up a time to go and get pictures with Santa, which I totally spaced a sport conflict with my son, Michael messaged me and tried to get me in at a different time. They really go above and beyond to ensure happiness and I can't even put in to words how much that means to me! THANK YOU MICHAEL ANDERSON PHOTOGRAPHY!!! We will be seeing you soon (without my screw-up next time!) Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Response from the Vendor on 11/14/2017
Thank you for your wonderful review! You're wedding was so pretty and so much fun too! We were honored to be your wedding photographers and now your friends too! - M&J
Reviewed On 11/11/2017 by Sarah U
Michael and Joannie are incomparable! We went with them because they were clearly passionate, they have made an investment in their equipment and seem to have new techniques all the time. However, all of that doesn’t compare to how they made us...
feel on our wedding day. The outdoor first look and ceremony went out the door when it down poured the entire day. Michael and Joannie were so flexible and were a bright light in keeping everyone calm and making amazing photos still work with the weather. We were able to take pictures under a shelter, with the fall leaves still visible, and then after the ceremony when the rain let up we took advantage and got some amazing dusk photos. The pictures we took inside were lit beautifully, as they brought the sunshine to us, and they look outstanding! We have received a ton of compliments on how great our pictures look. They were really fun to work with and I would recommend them to everyone!
Response from the Vendor on 11/14/2017
Thank you for the great review Steve and Sarah! Yes, your wedding day was a wee bit of a challenge in the weather department, we thank you for trusting our judgement to create images where we saw fit under the circumstances. And I absolutely lo...
ve your light painted wedding photograph, it's even better than we thought it might turn out! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/27/2017 by Taylor U
I got married on January 19th, but I am still feeling the effects from all of our photos. Michael and Joannie were outstanding. They were so easy to work with, they made sure we got what we wanted even if it meant staying later than they planne...
d, and they were a lovely presence throughout our day even when our timeline fell behind. This was the vendor is was absolutely sure about. We have our engagement photos all around our house and now can't wait t get our wedding photos up! With so many choices for photographers, it was clear we needed to invest in us and get the best photographer there is.
Response from the Vendor on 10/27/2017
Thank you for the nice review! I really enjoyed our campus tour, especially the stop at TCF Bank Stadium! I'm glad you guys found our way out of there! :) We're also looking forward to your wedding day! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/14/2017 by Gretchen C
Don't look any farther for your wedding photographers! Michael and Joannie are the best. We loved working with them - they went out of their way to get to know us and listen to what we wanted from our wedding photos. They are incredibly skilled...
and we love all the photographs and stylized shots from our big day. It was very hard to choose which prints we wanted to order! Michael & Joannie did a great job communicating with us in the months prior and the week of the wedding and helping us figure out everything that needed to be planned. They fit right in with our guests, too! They were incredibly prompt with finishing the photographs and sending them to us after the wedding. I know this is something many brides & grooms worry about, so there is no need to worry about this when it comes to Michael and Joannie. They will put your mind at ease and you will be confident in their skills and expertise.
Response from the Vendor on 10/20/2017
Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review about working with us. You guys certainly had a spectacular wedding day in every respect! Joannie & I totally enjoyed being a part of your day and we are really thankful that you were "g...
ame" to try a light painted wedding photograph. Yours turned out just amazing! Thank you so much! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/09/2017 by Chris J
Michael and Joannie are so knowledgable and have such great ideas for poses! Our wedding was captured beautifully and the pictures turned out perfectly. Thank you both for all of your help and making our wedding day a blast!
Response from the Vendor on 10/10/2017
Thank you for taking the time to write a review about your experiences with us. We really appreciate it very much! -M&J
Reviewed On 10/07/2017 by Kevin B
Best photogragers. We loved our engagement photos and can’t wait to see the wedding photos! Michael and Joannie were a hit at our wedding! They were so professional and personable. Kids love them and they love kids! They went above and beyond ...
and we can’t wait to use them again in the future!
Response from the Vendor on 10/10/2017
What a great, fun, and pretty wedding! Thank you for asking us to be there and capture it for you both and for writing the review too! We can't wait to see you two again also! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/06/2017 by Aleksandra H
Michael Anderson and his wife Joannie were the dream team to work with! I found them through the knot.com and weddingwire.com when I started my initial search, and surprisingly they were one of the first ones I stumbled upon and said YES to rig...
ht away! I knew it was meant to be! I was looking for someone who lived down in the Twin Cities that we could meet with and take engagement photos, but still had the most knowledge and experience of the MN North Shore where we were going to get married. They did not disappoint!! Michael & Joannie were extremely knowledgeable about locations in both the Twin Cities and the North Shore which made me feel 100% confident that our pictures would turn out amazing. After our first meeting with Michael, he made us feel confident and excited for the next two sessions we would have (engagement & wedding day). We also met Joannie the night Brycen & I met Michael at our first meeting, which made our decision that much easier to have Joannie included in our wedding package and be there to help photograph our big event- she was so kind, warm, and both of them felt like our family members while getting ready- I did not even hesitate about anything! Our engagement shoot was a fun, relaxed, and an exciting experience! Afterwards, Brycen and I both looked forward to our big day the following Autumn. After seeing our wedding photos, we both could not be more blown away! Michael and Joannie were so much fun to have a part of our wedding! They made us feel so comfortable and were so fun to hang out with all day! Everyone in our wedding party were thrilled to have them take photos us of and show us some great location spots! Once we got our wedding pictures back, both of our mothers responded with “wow these are gorgeous- how will you ever be able to choose?!”- my response was “none, I want them all”! HUGE thank you to Michael and Joannie for being our photographers on our special day- it honestly meant the world to us! There were so many last minute things going on since it was an out of town wedding, but you were the ones who helped us enjoy every moment! I could have not envisioned our most special day without you both there to celebrate & capture our big day- especially the way they did! YOU TWO ARE THE BEST!!! THANK YOU!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/07/2017
WOW! What a fantastic review! Thank you for taking the time to write it for us and for other brides and grooms to see. Weddings on Lake Superior have become one of our specialties over the years, we're so glad that you found us for yours! Your ...
wedding day was very challenging weather wise, but the images turned out spectacular, especially your light painting that we did with you in the rain! It was an honor to spend the weekend with you at Grand Superior Lodge and we look forward to a lasting friendship. - M&J
Reviewed On 10/06/2017 by Brycen H
Hiring Michael and Joannie was one of, if not the, best decision my wife and I made when planning our big day. They were the first photographers we met with, and we knew after our meeting that we need look no further. They were clearly true p...
rofessionals, made us feel extremely comfortable and laid out a vision that was exactly what we were hoping for. When we left that first meeting we felt very excited and lucky that we were able to book them. For the engagement shoot, my wife and I only had a vague idea of what we were looking for. We gave him a location and a couple of signs we wanted to incorporate, and the rest we entrusted to him. When we saw the results, we were blown away. For our ceremony, we had both Michael and Joannie on hand. On an otherwise very stressful day, the photo sessions were a breath of fresh air. They created a schedule that allowed us plenty of time to get to our other responsibilities and found locations that were absolutely stunning. When we saw some of the finished product, we were nothing short of amazed. We could not be more grateful to Michael and Joannie for the work they did for us. That day was the biggest of our lives, and thanks to them we will be able to relive it every time we look at the incredible photos they took. If you are looking for true professionals who will make it their mission to give you incredible memories to look back on, they are the ones to call. You will not be disappointed.
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2017
We absolutely loved your destination wedding up north on Lake Superior! Thank you for the honor of being your photographers and also for writing such a great review. We always love weddings on the "North Shore" and yours was no exception. Your ...
light painting rocks! Thank you so much! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/05/2017 by Chris B
Michael and Joannie were fantastic photographers! From the moment we met them, they understood our vision and helped it come to life. I was impressed with how professional and fun they were. They knew how to make our wedding party relax and en...
joy the day. The fact they are a husband and wife duo makes them in tune to each other and everything around them. We loved the candid photos they captured and couldn’t be happier. I would hands down recommend them to anyone searching for a photographer. Great price for amazing quality!
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2017
Thank you for writing such a nice review for us! We totally loved being with you guys for your special day. It was so refreshing and fun to see the love you two have for each other and that you were so into each other and your wedding day. It w...
as an honor to be your photographers and to now call you our friends! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/05/2017 by Stephanie B
Michael and Joannie were simply amazing! They photographed my 9/30/17 wedding and I cannot express how fun and personable they were to work with. They made sure that I was getting all of the photos that I wanted and even checked back in a few t...
imes to make sure I was good with what was taken. They were a huge hit at our wedding and my friends and family really enjoyed their presence. I highly recommend them to anyone looking. My engagement photos were perfect and I cannot wait to see my wedding photos as I know I will love them equally as much!
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2017
Thank you for the great review! It was so nice of you to write it even before you've seen your wedding photographs (I'm editing them right now, and they look awesome)! I should have them ready for you in the next week or so, and I can't wait to...
show them all to you guys! Thank you for the honor of being your wedding photographers. - M&J
Reviewed On 9/18/2017 by Emily S
Michael and Joannie were wonderful! They were so accommodating and fun during every step of the way. We couldn't be more thankful to have been able to have them capture our wedding day! Thank you both for being part of our day and celebrating w...
ith us!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2017
Thank you for the kind words! We totally enjoyed your wedding day. Thank you for letting us create your stunning light painted wedding photograph for you. It turned out pretty awesome! - M&J
Reviewed On 7/10/2017 by Zlata Z
Michael Anderson Photography was hands down the best choice! After our first meeting I knew that he was the perfect fit. I absolutely love Michael’s photography style. Michael is incredibly talented and such a joy to work with! He is very prof...
essional and knows what he is doing. His attention to detail is incredible and Michael and Joannie truly go above and beyond to get those one-of-a-kind shots for each couple. Pictures show up absolutely gorgeous! On our wedding day Michael and Joannie were very professional, friendly and fun, making everyone around them feel very comfortable. We had a blast taking our pictures with them! Our wedding day flew by so fast, and I am so happy that we now have those beautiful pictures to remember it by. We are so happy with our engagement and wedding pictures Michael did for us and will be definitely using Michael Anderson Photography in the future!
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2017
Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences with other couples, it means a lot to us (and them)! Your wedding day did fly by for us too, that means that it was pretty fun for all of us! Your images are really stunning and we're so h...
appy that you asked us to capture the day with you. We love you guys! - M&J
Reviewed On 6/16/2017 by Alayna V
Words can not describe how HAPPY I am with the AMAZING Michael Anderson Photography! For all of the brides out there I will try... because he is 100% who you want!!! Just look at his STUNNING portfolio! The attention to detail is beyond IN...
CREDIBLE! As the bride, it was such a relief not to stress over any of it. Mike knows what he's doing and the pictures show it! My husband looks phenomenal (as usual) and these are the first photos that I actually like of myself. We will be using Mike again for sure. Apparently he does it all, but I can confirm that wedding photos with Mike will be the best decision anyone can make. This is your day! Make the memories GORGEOUS!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2017
Thank you for the great review! I'm so happy that I exceeded your expectations (which is what we always strive for), and that you love your wedding images. I really enjoyed creating them with you, thanks for sure! Please keep in touch and let m...
e know if I can be of any assistance in the future. - Michael
Reviewed On 6/04/2017 by Kate d
My husband and I cannot praise Michael & Joannie Anderson enough!! It took me a while to write this review, and I normally do not, but I have to let other brides and grooms know about how amazing, professional, fun and fantastic they are as pho...
tographers. They helped to make our wedding day so unforgettable & with the beautiful photos that they took it truly will be unforgettable ! They were truly professional but they also made you feel so comfortable. Our wedding photos are gorgeous. They take the time and listen to your wants/needs in your big day. We are so blessed that we were able to snag these two for our big fairy tale wedding. Thank you guys so much!!
Response from the Vendor on 06/07/2017
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for us! We enjoyed being your wedding photographers very much. You two are so thoughtful and caring that it made being your wedding photographers very fun. Joannie & I have really love getting to ...
know you both and we look forward to a life long friendship. -M&J
Reviewed On 2/26/2017 by Andrew Z
My wife Kate and I actually found Michael Anderson Photography using this website and thank God every day we did! After meeting with Michael for the first time we were confident we had found a friendly, talented and experienced professional w...
ho would provide us with great pictures of our special day… HOWEVER…Like many of you who have had the wonderful privilege of working with Michael and Joannie already know, our wildest expectations were exceeded ten fold! Michael and Joannie were more like friends than a vendor. They provided a fun and relaxed environment which energized everyone who had the pleasure of working with them. They were eager and willing to help us make any wish for a particular pose, background or subject come true and captured moments naturally as opposed to it feeling staged or rehearsed. We just had to be ourselves and they turned it into works of art, never feeling intrusive but somehow perfectly capturing intimate moments. We would highly recommend Michael Anderson Photography to anyone looking for a friendly, talented and experienced professionals, because they are that and SO much more!
Response from the Vendor on 02/27/2017
Thank you for your awesome review! It was so fun to see how much you guys love each other and it made us excited to capture your wedding day with you. Never loose that feeling and you'll still be as in love with each other 30 years from now (an...
d longer), just like we are! Thank you for the honor of being your photographers and now your friends! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Colleen C
Mike and Joannie captured our wedding in October 2016 at Leopold's Mississippi Gardens. These two were SO great to work with and made both our engagement session and wedding day so much fun! We are so pleased with how both sets of pictures tu...
rned out. One of the BEST things about Mike and Joannie is not only do they take fantastic pictures, but they create gorgeous, one-of-a-kind wedding albums. This is something that most photographers do not offer and we felt was a huge asset in choosing a wedding photographer. We were beyond thrilled with their professionalism, creativity, and friendliness during our wedding planning process. Mike was extremely helpful in creating a wedding day timeline and allotting enough time to capture great memories throughout the day. We were so happy to see that every detail was captured, even when we asked Mike to photograph our entire dessert room! We cannot thank them enough for the beautiful memories we will forever cherish!
Response from the Vendor on 11/10/2016
Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review. It was an honor to be your wedding photographers. Joannie & I are so happy with how your whole wedding day unfolded for you. What a great day! We look forward to a lasting friendship wi...
th you two. -M&J
Reviewed On 10/09/2016 by Crystal S
If you're looking for an amazing photographer or two, look no further Michael and Joannie Anderson are your pair! Michael shot our engagment session last April. After viewing all of our photos I knew we made the right decision with Michael and ...
Joannie! They showed up before scheduled on our wedding day and began capturing all sorts of moments! They had no problems swatting mosquitos in the tall grass while snapping away! Throughout the whole wedding day Michael only showed me 1 sneak peek picture and I couldn't believe it! We just recieved our photos and they are more then I dreamed! They are stunning. Looking through all 600+ of our photos brings me to tears, how will I ever choose?! They do amazing work and go above and beyond! Thanks for everything!
Response from the Vendor on 10/24/2016
Thank you for the great review! Joannie & I enjoyed your fantastic wedding day and celebrating with you. I'm looking forward to creating a pretty fun wedding album for you guys! - M&J
Reviewed On 10/04/2016 by Katelyn G
We cannot give Michael and Joannie higher praise as they are two truly special people. They are an amazing team and work so well together to capture every small detail from the day. It was such a fun experience looking back at our pictures seei...
ng all of the moments they captured without us even realizing it! While many people can take “nice” photos, you get something even more with Michael and Joannie. One of the best things about Michael and Joannie is how well they fit into the group to make everyone feel so comfortable! In fact, Michael told us that he always tries to get the ring bearer and flower girl “on his side” so they cooperate with him. He made such a special connection with our ring bearer (1.5 years old) that the ring bearer hugged him while walking down the aisle! We can’t wait to work with Michael and Joannie in the future on other photography projects.
Response from the Vendor on 10/04/2016
Joannie & I totally enjoyed your wedding day! It was filled with nice surprises, especially getting hugged while working in the aisle! Can't wait to get started on your wedding album once you're ready. Thank you for an awesome day with you guys...
. -M&J
Reviewed On 9/19/2016 by Kaitlin R
Michael and Joannie are professional and very fun! They shot our engagement photos as well as our wedding. We couldn't have asked for better photographers as they were very easy to work with in which there was never a dull moment. You can tell ...
they take what they do seriously and it was obvious to us they loved and enjoyed what they do as well. During some of the posed photos we took I myself would run out of ideas on how to pose or where to put hands etc. and Michael always had something up his sleeve to make each shot great. Also whatever we were up for to get a great shot they were up for as well. Even well after their duty as photographers was over on our wedding day they pulled their gear out at the end of the night to capture they wedding party and guests jumping in Lake Superior. I would recommend these two too anyone looking for a fun and professional photographer and we will be using them again in the future.
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2016
Thank you for your great review! Joannie & I had so much fun at your wedding. Can we do it all over again? It was a blast! I love the fact that we got so many great photos on a day where the weather was very wet. That's a tribute to our skills ...
and your willingness to trust us to go with the flow on the weather. Can't wait to start on your wedding album with you! -M&J
Reviewed On 9/17/2016 by Sandra R
Michael and Joannie were clearly a great choice to capture our daughters' and now son-in-laws' wedding. The weather on Lake Superior was challenging that day. They worked with the wedding party and captured stunning photographs. Because they ar...
e kind and funny, Michael and Joannie were able to capture peoples' truthful moments during this monumental event. It was particularly fun to see the wedding party and guests big splash into Lake Superior - showing Michaels' creativity to capture something new. In viewing the images and video clips Michael and Joannie captured it brought tears of joyous memories. Great post production work. Amazing colors, angles, and style as noted by our friends who have viewed the pictures. Friends, Family and blessings from above were reflected in your work - Just what we wanted - thank you! We highly recommend your service. Mother of the Bride
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2016
Thank you for your wonderful review! It's not often that we get parents writing reviews about our services and I thank you for taking the time to share your wedding day experiences so others can see how hard we work at our craft. Best wishes! -...
M&J
Reviewed On 8/22/2016 by Janna S
When planning our wedding, there was only one photographer I knew I would work with, Michael Anderson Photography. Why? I have had the pleasure of seeing him in action at my brother's and sister-in-law's wedding and worked with him for my high...
school senior photos. During both experience, Michael and Joannie made me feel comfortable and at easy. I personally have two types of smiles: nature and "I know you are there taking a photo." Thankfully, Michael and Joannie knew exactly what to say or do to get as many photos with my nature smile. At our wedding, Michael and Joannie arrived early, continuously were checking on us and our needs, and make sure everyone has having a good time. They captured many memories throughout our day that could have easily been forgotten but also special moments that I treasure.
Response from the Vendor on 09/02/2016
Thank you for your awesome review! Your family is very special to us and we're honored to have captured so many important moments for you over the years. We look forward to what the future holds too! Can't wait to work on your wedding album wit...
h you when you're back in town, it's going to be pretty cool! -M&J
Reviewed On 7/22/2016 by Knottie1469196269
Michael & Joannie shot our wedding three weekends ago and it was incredible! They have done two other weddings that I've been a part of and they were all amazing. The passion that they bring is second to none. They don't settle for anything ...
less than perfect and when they get that perfect shot they let you know by their excitement. I wouldn't recommend anyone else!
Response from the Vendor on 08/13/2016
Thank you for the great review! Your destination wedding at Grand View Lodge was second to none! I'd like to do it all over again, it was that fun and artistically rewarding for us. Your wedding album should be something else and I can't wait t...
o design it for you. Thank you! -M&J
Reviewed On 7/21/2016 by Haylee H
Selecting a photographer is a pretty daunting task as there as so many out there, and this is what you'll have to look back on your wedding for the rest of your life. LOOK NO FURTHER! Michael and Joannie Anderson are the best in the biz! Not ...
only is the quality of the work incredible, their personality served as the zen to our chaotic day. You can tell that Michael is a true professional, and his work is unmatched. You'll not only have amazing pictures to look back upon, but you'll have great memories of working with a wonderful couple of people! Thank you Michael and Joannie for making our day so special! Brett & Haylee
Response from the Vendor on 08/13/2016
Thank you for the wonderful review! Joannie & I had such a great day with you, your families and friends. It was an honor to be your wedding photographers and now your friends too! Can't wait to get started on your wedding album! -M&J
Reviewed On 7/20/2016 by Knottie1469026058
THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHERS OUT THERE Being the groom, my number one priority was on my bride for our wedding day and making sure everything was perfect. The great part about our photography was I did not have to worry as Michael & Joannie were FA...
NTASTIC! We knew this going into our wedding as we used them for our engagement photos. In both sessions they went beyond our expectations. Some of our favorite photos are from the magic these two bring to the table. We wanted a sparkler exit photo (of which we got), but they did not just stop there. They had some incredible photos of just the us where Michael would run around us doing heart images and Joannie would take the photo at the right time...the end results are incredible. Highly recommend them, you will not be disappointed!
Response from the Vendor on 07/20/2016
Wow! Thank you for the wonderful review! We had a blast with you guys on your wedding day. We also love so many of your wedding images that we know it's going to be very tough to choose the final album images (that's a good problem to have)! We...
'll see you again real soon!
Reviewed On 7/01/2016 by Blenda R
Well Michael, we are on the beautiful island of Kauai looking at the photos and video you put together for the first time and are in awe once again of the wonderful work you do. Thank you for making this day such a special one. Your attention...
to detail, creative touches, humor, and just capturing every moment make you and what you do a special talent. Thank you for who you are and what you do and sharing in our day. Jon & Blenda
Response from the Vendor on 07/03/2016
I totally enjoyed being your wedding photographer. You guys are so nice and so easy going and that made it a really fun wedding for me to photograph. It didn't hurt that the weather was so spectacular for April in MN. It also was so fun sharing...
Hawaii experiences with each other too! Thank you for the nice review and we'll see you soon! -Michael
Reviewed On 6/24/2016 by Tessa F
If I could rate Michael Anderson Photography any higher, I most certainly would. Michael and Joannie were wonderful to work with and helped make our June 2016 wedding very special. Our experience with them was wonderful. The prices are beyond ...
fair for the level of service and professionalism that you receive with them. They were able to spend the entire day photographing us, from getting ready photos to the first dances. Overall, we had a great experience with Michael and Joannie. We would definitely recommend them to our friends, and plan on using them as our professional photographers for events in the future.
Response from the Vendor on 07/03/2016
Joannie & I really enjoyed spending your wedding day with you! Despite the really hot weather on your wedding day, your wedding images are super cool and that's a tribute to you, your families and friends. You guys really are so cute and fun to...
hang out with. Thank you for the wonderful review and we will see you soon when we begin planning your wedding album. -M&J
Reviewed On 6/16/2016 by Michelle K
Michael and Joannie are phenomenal! They are all-star photographers who worked efficiently and diligently to make sure that we got all of our desired photos, and more! We could see evidence of their years of experience in their creative vision ...
to "see" shots that none of us could, their time management, their top-notch equipment, and their zest and passion for photography. This duo is the real deal, and I would recommend them to EVERYONE!
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2016
What a great wedding day! Despite the goofy weather all day long, we had a blast with you guys, your families and wedding party. Thank you so much for asking us to be there with you! -M&J
Reviewed On 6/05/2016 by Anna T
My fiancé and I just had our engagement session with Michael last week in Stillwater, MN. Needless to say we were a bit nervous to be photographed as the center of attention, but Michael made us feel 100% comfortable with everything! We truly ...
enjoyed the day and enjoyed the company of Michael. Looking through all of our beautiful pictures with our family has been such a joy. Now we are less nervous and even more excited for our big day at the end of the summer :) If our engagement pictures turned out this well, I cannot wait to see what he can do with our wedding photos!
Response from the Vendor on 06/16/2016
Thank you for your nice review! I really enjoyed getting to know you guys (and creating your portraits) on a beautiful day in Stillwater, MN!
Reviewed On 2/29/2016 by Knottie1456803642
Another family member used Michael and Joannie several years back for their wedding. They did such a great job with their wedding that when it was time for our wedding they were our first photographer we looked at. Once we met them ourselves we...
knew we were done. Choosing Michael and Joannie was one of the best decisions of our wedding. Their work is impeccable.
Response from the Vendor on 03/07/2016
Thank you for the great review! Your wedding was really fun for us to photograph and it was also great working with your families once again! -M&J
Reviewed On 2/04/2016 by Knottie1454616623
Michael and Joannie Anderson are seriously the best photographers anyone could have a chance to work with. Our wedding photos and engagement photos turned out more beautiful then I could have ever imagined, truly amazing, I get tears in my eyes...
every time that I look at them. This husband and wife combo are so personable that by the end of the night I felt like they were part of our family and I hope that I get to work with them again in the future. They worth every penny and more, I recommend them to everyone!
Reviewed On 1/17/2016 by Andrew A
We could not have been more impressed with Michael Anderson Photography! We had Michael and Joannie as our photographers for our wedding on October 3rd, 2015. They have so much experience with photography that they were able to keep the schedu...
le on time the whole morning before the ceremony with getting pictures in with all the correct people and getting it done efficiently. The candid shots that Joannie took while Michael is taking the photo shots adds so much when designing a wedding book. We had no worries throughout the day that everything would be remembered with great photos taken by Michael and Joannie. Besides the high quality photos we were equally impressed with how personable and easy to work with Michael and Joannie are. They truly care that the bride and groom are happy and are getting the pictures taken that they want. We even had our first dance run late because of dinner and they did not rush us at all and put in the extra time to take our first dance photos when we were finally ready. I would highly recommend Michael Anderson photography for anyone wanting photos that they will be proud of and look great in! Great pictures and great service. Laura and Andy Ahrendt
Response from the Vendor on 01/20/2016
Thank you for the fantastic review! Joannie & I had a blast with you guys on your wedding day! Your families & friends are just the best and we're glad we got to hang around with all of you on your fantastic wedding day! -M&J
Reviewed On 1/12/2016 by Jackie H
Michael Anderson was a delightful person to work with both during our engagement shoot and during our wedding day. He was forthcoming with ideas for pictures and was accommodating to specific requests with out hesitation. Not only did he prod...
uce a wonderful photo montage but he was able to provide our pictures in less than two weeks time. I would recommend Michael Anderson Photography to any bride, not only because of his professionalism but the price point was perfect for our budget.
Response from the Vendor on 01/13/2016
I totally enjoyed creating your engagement & wedding images for you two. Your easy going and fun attitude made it a pleasure to work with you both!
Reviewed On 1/10/2016 by Stacey S
I was extremely nervous about having my picture taken, because I hate having my picture taken. Starting with our engagement session Michael made everything very easy. It was like wandering around in the snow with an old friend who happened to...
be taking our picture over and over again. The team of Michael and Joannie made our wedding day run very smoothly. This team is very easy to work with and my wife and I are very pleased with the pictures. They kept my groomsmen on task and engaged in the photo process and got great shots to document the day. I would recommend them to anyone looking for great pictures to document their wedding day and if you don't want to worry about anything - they make sure everything is done on time and fun.
Response from the Vendor on 01/12/2016
I'm so glad that we made you feel comfortable for your photographs, it's what we strive to do each and very time! Thank you for the great review and for making you wedding day fun for us too! -M&J
Reviewed On 1/10/2016 by Knottie46604545
I had Michael Anderson and his wife Joannie photograph our wedding. Not only were the pictures amazing, but they made the day flow so smoothly. Michael has an eye to find the perfect place to take pictures. With his years of experience he kn...
ows how long everything takes and keeps the day moving seamlessly. We got through all of our pictures with plenty of time to spare. Having Joannie around all day was great. It was like having an aunt who was only thinking of my well-being. Your wedding day can be very stressful but with her there it made everything very easy and stress-free. These two are incredible photographers who got many incredible shots to document our special day. I am so glad I chose them to take our pictures and be a special part to our special day.
Response from the Vendor on 01/12/2016
Your wedding was a great experience for Joannie & myself too! I'm sure you could tell that it got our creative juices flowing all day long! Thank you for asking us to capture it for you! -M&J
Reviewed On 12/09/2015 by Allison K
Mike and Joannie were amazing to work with! From my first meeting with Mike through the entire process Mike was attentive and detailed. He not only captured every picture I wanted, but also came up with creative additions to the set. His turn...
around time for proofs was extremely quick, not even a week!! Highly recommend Michael Anderson Photography!!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/12/2016
Thank you for your nice review! Joannie & I loved every minute of your wedding and we are so happy to have been there with you both! -M&J
Reviewed On 12/06/2015 by Brianna E
We could not have asked for better photographers than Michael and Joannie! Their personalities and caring for who we are as people made a huge difference! When we first met with Michael to hash out details he spent a few hours with us, part get...
ting the wedding package set but the rest of the time he was interested in getting to know us as people. We feel so comfortable around both Michael and Joannie, it feels like we have known them for years. When it came to the wedding day they made it feel like we were their friends rather than just clients; the whole experience was relaxing and everything felt easy and stress free. After the wedding they invited us (and our parents) over for pizza to look through the pictures, again letting us stay for a few hours just getting to know us better. And I can’t forget to mention how absolutely beautiful all the pictures are! It was hard narrowing it down to ones for our album and to print because we were in love with every picture taken. We could not have asked for better photographers and will continue to use them for all our family picture needs!!!
Response from the Vendor on 12/08/2015
Joannie & I have loved being your wedding photographers! There's lots of reasons why, but the most important is because of the kind of people that you are. Totally sweet and caring individuals that are a joy to be with. Thank you for the wonder...
ful review and for being our friends. -M&J
Reviewed On 11/04/2015 by Lindsay H
We love our engagement pictures and can't wait for our big day! If you haven't found a Photographer yet- look no further! Michael and Jonnie are great- they are super friendly and professional- you will not be disappointed!
Response from the Vendor on 11/05/2015
Thank you for the nice review! We too are looking forward to your wedding day next June and to creating more great photos for you two! -M&J
Reviewed On 10/23/2015 by Vanessa C
Michael Anderson Photography is in one word - amazing! We had our engagement shoot October 8th as we wanted to have fall colors in our pictures. Weather would have it and it was very cloudy, dark, and started to rain a little. This didn't st...
op Michael! He created the best lighting for our photos, and actually created a fake sunset by a colorful tree, where my friends don't believe me when I say it was cold and rainy that day. He takes his pictures to the next level, ensures you get the pictures you want, and goes above and beyond in everything he does. Seriously, check out his website, you won't find anyone better! Highly recommend!
Response from the Vendor on 10/23/2015
What an awesome review! Thank you! Sometimes as wedding photographers, we have to improvise and the weather is frequently one reason why. Gotta make lemonade out of lemons.
Reviewed On 10/02/2015 by amanda M
Michael did an amazing job with our engagement photos, I went to him with a vision of having them taken at the Minnesota Harvest Apple Orchard while the trees were in full bloom and he totally captured what I wanted. He was very flexible with ...
when we would take the photos sense we were basically waiting on nature to take it course. He made us both feel very comfortable and did a great job directing us. I would recommend him to everyone! I can't wait to see our wedding photos from him!
Response from the Vendor on 10/02/2015
That was a fun, pretty (and wet) engagement shoot for sure! Joannie & I look forward to your wedding day too! It should be totally awesome!!
Reviewed On 9/30/2015 by Knottie1443662907
Mike did a fantastic job with our engagement photos! He's got a great understanding of lighting, posing and how to make you look your best. Our photo's turned out great. We highly recommend him.
Response from the Vendor on 09/30/2015
Thank you for the nice review! We very much look forward to seeing you both on your wedding day!
Reviewed On 9/30/2015 by Michelle A
Michael and Joannie love what they do and are amazing at it! You won't find a more fun, talented and professional couple to photograph your wedding. We just had our engagement photos taken in Stillwater with Mike and Joannie. They made the enti...
re photo shoot enjoyable and easy! Most importantly the pictures turned out incredible! We get nothing but compliments about each image. Thank you for being a part of our wedding! We can't wait to see our wedding photos!
Response from the Vendor on 09/30/2015
That was a fun (and hot) day and we loved creating your engagement portraits for you! thank you for the great review and we'll see you soon at your wedding!
Reviewed On 9/03/2015 by David S
Michael and Joannie have been our photographers since we met them a few years ago at the wedding fair and shot our engagement photos as well as our wedding on May 16, 2015. As an aspiring hobby photographer I was very thorough in my selection p...
rocess and knew right away that they were very talented and knowledgeable with the tenets of photography, their equipment, and editing. When we were shown some of their samples, the before and after work, and their printed items such as wedding albums I knew I could trust them to capture our special day. On the day of the wedding they managed to not only be our photographers but were more than willing to help make sure things went off smoothly, to provide advice and support, and to truly be a part of the wedding party. I didn't feel like I was dealing with a vendor; it was more like working with a close friend or family member who knew what we were going through and needed before we did. Their experience with the Profile Event Center really set them apart as that venue has really amazing lighting which is also a nightmare to shoot in without the right equipment and knowledge. Michael and Joannie managed to capture our wedding memories exactly as I remember them and were able to truly capture the spirit of the day. Every shot managed to capture what it needed to and was in perfect focus. We shot a lot of photos outside including our family portraits, wedding party shots, and extended family which included our niece and nephew. They were so amazing to watch with our niece and nephew that I cant wait until we have kids someday and are able to take them to their studio. We ended up with some very unique shots that I never would have imagined could come out of the immediate area with not much to work with other than some light industrial buildings around. I would highly recommend them for any event and especially recommend them if you are having an event at the Profile Event Center in Minneapolis. Picking a photographer is one of the single most important things when it comes to the day as it will be the only thing you have to show when your day is over. You wont be disappointed with Michael and Joannie regardless of where your event is. My wife and I are very fortunate to have met them at the wedding fair a few years ago and encourage you to go check them out there if you are looking for a photographer. Thank you Michael and Joannie!
Response from the Vendor on 09/04/2015
Thank you for the exceptional review! Your wedding day was so much fun for us to capture with you both and we're so pleased that we could be a part of your day. Joannie & I are so pleased that we've gotten to know the two of you and we look for...
ward to a growing friendship in the years to come! Thank you and we'll see you soon!
Reviewed On 8/31/2015 by Stephanie L
We're very pleased with the results, a wide variety of photos and he even recorded some brief video. Michael is very easy to work with, he is really laid back, and has a good sense of humor. We were asked a number of questions about