Mike B Photography

HANDS DOWN THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHER I HAVE EVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH! From the beginning Mike was professional, organized, flexible, available, and most of all helpful! Mikes insight and years of knowledge in this field was beyond helpful especially his ability to coordinate everyone and everything and make adjustments where he saw fit. Mike and his second photographer Nick were so efficient and well organized my husband and I were able to fully enjoy and be present with our guests at our wedding! Mike and Nick come with an upbeat yet calming presence which was truly appreciated on what can be a sometimes stressful day. I am so grateful to have had Mike and Nick photograph our wedding, It truly felt like they were a part of our family! Oh and their photos are absolutely superb! Their understanding of timing, angles, lighting, etc. made it easy to get that perfect shot within the first few clicks! I could go on and on about how wonderful Mike and Nick are or you can hire them and see for yourself what an amazing job they do!

“Emotional Transactions” perfectly captured! We were initially attracted to Mike Busada’s portfolio when reviewing his website. His work reflected a more artistic style than the typical photojournalist approach that other wedding photographers lean towards, and we wanted something that captured the “emotional transactions” (as Mike calls them) that would be timeless and could hang on our walls forever. We met with Mike initially thinking he would be outside our budget, but he was very willing to work with us and was accommodating with a photography package that met our budgetary needs. When consulting with him and his other primary photographer Nick, it was immediately obvious to us that we had found our wedding photographer. The day of the wedding, Mike and Nick did an amazing job, and were easy to work with. They captured all of the moments we asked for, and then some. They delivered our wedding pictures on time and with some personal touches that were appreciated. We are truly blown away by the quality of the pictures, and will have a difficult time choosing which ones to order prints of - they are all outstanding! We would highly recommend Mike B for any special occasion in which you truly want the expressions and feelings of the moment to be captured as an image!

If you want a professional photographer who is kind, easy going, and takes incredible pictures, you’ve found the right one. I am so glad we booked Mike for our wedding. He really knows how to make you feel comfortable and our pictures are incredible! We also used Mike for our engagement photos. We are not used to posing or having our picture taken. He took charge of the session and recommend things to us to ensure we got the best pictures possible. Him and his assistant Nick shot our wedding. Not only are the portrait photos great, but the details and candid shots are beautiful as well. It was a bright, sunny, and very hot day. They had the right equipment and our photos turned out amazing. Thanks for capturing our day so we can relive it for years to come!

Mike and his second shooter, Nick, were absolutely phenomenal on our wedding day! Not only did they put up with the rapidly changing weather (we went from sunny, to full on thunderstorm, back to overcast, to ANOTHER storm, and finally clear skies at night!), but they were patient and absolutely confident that they would get all of the necessary family and bridal party shots on my list (one that Mike asked us to complete ahead of time - which was a really good move on his part because our families are huge. Mike got everything done!). What speaks most highly, though, are the photos themselves - Mike and Nick were able to capture both the beautiful portraits and the really intimate, special moments between Danny and I that I will cherish forever - not to mention all of the hilarious party pictures of all of our family and friends! We are so happy with Mike B Photography and would choose them again and again!

Mike was the photographer for my older sister's Annapolis wedding 3 years ago, and we did not hesitate for a second before booking him for my Washington D.C. wedding this year. Mike is everything you could want in a wedding photographer - kind, polite, barely know he is there during the ceremony and reception, yet gets the best shots. He is also direct and tells you exactly what will make the photo better (everyone move your flowers down a couple inches, face toward this window a little more, etc.) We greatly appreciate everything he does to capture the most beautiful photos (he also gets lots of beautiful candid moments). If we had another wedding in our family, we would hire Mike again in a heartbeat.

My husband and I honestly couldn't be more thrilled about Mike B Photography. Mike photographed both our engagement session and our recent wedding and the pictures were absolutely beautiful--even more stunning than we ever could have imagined. He and Nick did an amazing job of capturing the all of the genuine emotion of our wedding day perfectly, from the heart and the poignancy of the ceremony to the joy and the exuberance of the reception, and the photos have such life to them. They really capture our friends and family perfectly and they are a beautiful reminder of the special moments from the best day of my life. And there are so many gorgeous shots that it's almost impossible to choose favorites. Even better, Mike and his team were absolute pleasures to work with. Utterly professional, kind and really great at making us feel comfortable and at ease, I honestly couldn't recommend Mike more.

Absolutely breathtaking photos. I didn't know we could look so good :) How they managed to capture all of it, without even really noticing was amazing.

Hiring Mike B Photography for our wedding was a great decision! Mike and his assistants (Nick & Rachel) were super easy to work with and really care about their customer's happiness. On our wedding day, we were running way behind schedule and I had to tell Mike that we didn't need to take the "sunset portrait photos" we had planned on.. I later regretted my decision and Mike was more than happy to meet my husband and I back at our venue a couple weeks later to take some extra pictures. Mike was open to help us out however he could and we really appreciated having him as our photographer. If you hire Mike B, you will not be disappointed!

Choosing a wedding photographer was my top priority in wedding planning. We didn’t want traditional or “Pinterest” photos, we wanted someone to truly capture the story of our wedding & the real emotions. Mike did just that! From the first time we meet, Mike was extremely patient with all of my questions, personable and easy to talk to. Most of all he really listened to me in what I was looking for – there was even a moment during the getting ready stage that Mike reminded me of a photo I wanted to get captured (if he wasn’t there I may have missed one of my favorite photos of my niece). When I look back on our engagement & wedding photos, I not only see beautiful photography I see my husband & I in our most relaxed state, happy & being our goofy selves. I couldn’t of asked for a better person to capture our memories. Hiring Mike B Photography was a no brainer! If you are looking for fun, creative, stunning photos and a great man to work with then book Mike B now, you won’t regret it! Mike & Nick thank you again for the perfect experience & beautiful photos.

From the very beginning when we first met Mike, he was very patient and kind. He made us feel so comfortable through the entire experience. Our decision was easy once we used him and his assistant Nick for our engagement photos. We felt at ease knowing that our wedding day picture would be perfect! We got married in April at The Oaks Waterfront Inn in St. Michaels, MD. Mike and Nick were amazing the whole day; making the day feel stress free!!! I got a stain on my dress and Mike ran to get club soda to get it out! What photographer does that...MikeB!! I can't say more wonderful things about him and his work! We couldn't have asked for a better photographer! Our pictures are amazing and we will have them for a lifetime. We will continue to use him for our family pictures. If you are looking and need an awesome, creative, and fun photographer, you have found him! Thank you for everything!

Mike was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. From the second we met over Skype I was really excited about working with Mike, and motivated by Mike's genuine excitement to be working with us. So much thought and energy goes into planning and organizing a wedding, and to have someone return that level of effort into the wedding photography just meant the world to us. While our wedding was in the Rehoboth Beach area and I am originally from MD, my husband and I live in London. So from meeting Mike on Skype to the actual wedding - we never actually met in person. Mike was incredibly accommodating to all of this, and it was really great to meet him the day before our big day. Mike and his second photographer, Nick came up the day before the wedding and took a number of pictures at the Rehearsal and the dinner, and got some really nice shots of the beach and boardwalk throughout the night. I really loved these moments that they captured, because it captured all of the excitement leading into our wedding and the more relaxed moments with family and close friends. I was that bride who could not switch off and constantly had the wheels in my head turning (I wish I had delegated more!) One of the only people who alleviated those spinning wheels was Mike. He arrived the morning of the wedding to the suite we were in and just started working. He staged dozens of beautiful shots and I didn't need to think even for a second. He took my dress, my shoes, my rings, candids of the group - and it was such a relief to have someone there who knew what he was doing and didn't make me think for even a second (the BIGGEST weight off my shoulders). The entire day, Mike and Nick had ideas for pictures, though were equally receptive to any ideas that we had. They were quick and efficient, and we never felt like we were being hampered too long by photo obligations, and the results were stunning. About a week after our wedding, Mike already had an album on Facebook which was SO special to see, and a few weeks later we received the full set of pictures. With just over 1000 pictures from our big day we were so thrilled with the results. He also made us some lovely souvenir books which really were an excellent finishing touch. Do not second guess any decision to go with Mike - you will be so happy with the choice. We had a second ceremony in the South of France as my husband is French and his parents hired a photographer for that event as well. Looking through those pictures - I ended up tears, they were alright, but that photographer was just a man with a nice camera. Not the artist and stylist that Mike and his team are. There IS a difference from a photographer and a wedding photographer, and Mike was that and more. You will not regret your decision to go with Mike and will be so pleased with the results! I am one of 3 girls and I think my sisters are already sold when their time comes :) Thank you Mike, for everything (and I'm sorry I am SO long overdue with this review!!!)

Mike B Photography was hands down the most unbelievable photographers - and vendor - we found on the market. Not only are Mike and his associate, Nick, super fun to work with, flexible, and extraordinary talented - they are exactly what you need in a wedding photographer: Committed, focused, talented, kind, and supportive. As a bride, there was nothing more comforting than knowing that the most perfect night of our lives was undoubtedly going to be captured by these talented photographers. Every moment that you want captured, Mike and Nick are sure to not miss a moment. I 100% would recommend Mike B Photography to every single couple on this planet - for both local and destination weddings - as they made our perfect night even more perfect.

We hired Mike B for our destination wedding in Key West, FL. He and his associate photographer, Nick were both so amazing to work with! They were both so easy going and were so flexible on the day of the wedding with making sure we got in the shots that we wanted to happen. Their attention to detail and eye for capturing the moment is unbelievable. I would definitely recommend them for local as well as destination weddings. You will not be disappointed! They are a dream team!

Mike was awesome. He took all the stress out of our wedding day pictures. He calmed me down a few times when I felt like I was going to throw up from nerves. He was great with taking pictures before the ceremony and got awesome shots of everyone out on the dance floor. He also has the coolest photobooth camera set up.

Throughout the entire process, Mike made us feel comfortable to be ourselves in front of the camera (something that I didn't think was possible!). He started with an engagement session with his great assistant and we instantly knew we had made the right choice. It was fun and felt intimate. When the wedding came around, we were already comfortable with Mike which made a huge difference. He has an ease and respectful-ness. So many of our guests noted that he wasn't "in your face" yet always got the shot! He listened to our requests of what we would like to have photographed but also took great shots that we wouldn't have thought of. Our favorite pictures are the candids. I can't say enough about the emotion, love and expression that he captured - and even moments that we missed throughout the night. Every time we look at the pictures (which is often!) we are reminded of what a wonderful day it was for us and our families - thanks to Mike we get to relive that every day. Side Note: Mike even made the trip to visit AFTER the wedding to get pictures of our rings (we didn't have them together before the wedding) - it was such a special touch that wasn't required but he did it anyways. We'll be forever grateful for those.

I just was married this past September 13th and was referred to Mike B photography from many friends and other vendors in the industry. From the minute I met Michael Busada, I knew he was the photographer for us. Initially, Mike asks you to come to his studio and see some albums, slideshows and get a feel for him and his work. His calm, cool, personality puts any bride at ease. Personally, I have to say he was truly my favorite vendor. Any question I had along the process was answered via email or text immediately. He is flexible, fun, and his work is unbelievable. Mike and his co-photographer came to my home and shot my engagement party. They captured the entire evening that simply through pictures you can remember each detail of the evening. I would recommend Mike B, his co- photographer Nick, and Robert Isaacson who Mike B sent to photograph my wedding to anyone. Also, please feel free to contact me through him for any photos or any questions. I would use Mike for any event in my life and was so grateful to have been put in contact with him. He truly made my engagement party and wedding magical and was able to capture it on film! - Natalie G

We got married in June at the Hyatt in Cambridge MD and Mike captured our day so perfectly. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer, he is amazing!!! Mike also took pictures for us at our Wedding Shower and captured that day/night so great that we knew he would take amazing pictures at our wedding! We are so grateful to have found Mike to take our pictures...we have our perfect day captured forever! Would use him in a heartbeat again...contact him!!

Shortly after we were engaged, I attended the CBBC wedding expo to find local vendors familiar with our wedding venue. We were married at the USNA and had our reception at the CBBC. I met many talented photographers at the wedding expo. As I looked through their photos and they pressured me into booking, I found some great shots and some terribly awkward shots too. Mike was in one of the last rooms I visited and I fell in love with his photos. Each photo candidly captured all the emotions tied up in that incredibly special day. The best part was Mike didn't need to, nor did he sell himself to me. The pictures spoke for themselves and we booked him that week. Engagement photos: I've heard these are the most awkward photos to take, but Mike kept asking us questions about ourselves to make them as personal and carefree as possible. He had so many great ideas to get incredible shots and was also very open to trying any ideas we had as well. We had such a hard time choosing our save the date photo! We ended up choosing 3! Wedding: Our wedding day was the best day of our lives. We have never had so much fun. 18 months of planning was totally worth it, yet it goes by in a flash. Mike and Nick captured every moment, every emotion, and every detail. I don't think Mike or Nick took a break all night! We were married 6 months ago and I still can't decide which pictures to put into an album. When you have that many great shots, they cannot physically fit into one album. I have come to the conclusion that we will need three albums! Boudoir: I wanted my husband to have the best wedding gift ever and decided to do a boudoir shoot. When walking into the studio, I think I was shaking like a leaf. Mike and Nick put me completely at ease. They were incredibly professional and made it such a fun experience. I would recommend every woman doing it! The photos came out amazing! My husband loves his little red book! With Mike and Nick you won't have that one photo... you will have hundreds! All your wedding guests will be asking for Mike's info so they can book themselves! If you are looking for a creative, talented, and down to earth photographer, book Mike!

Mike was absolutely wonderful to work with! So easygoing and so friendly that i found a lot of my friends conversing with him when he had a free minute! Not the crazy photographer that shouts orders & makes everyone pose certain ways! He makes it feel fun & natural! As for the pictures, all u can say is WOW! He captured every moment is an unforgettable elegant manner! He has done our family pictures before so my decision for our wedding was easy!! Love Mike and would recommend him to any and all brides! We got married at The Chesapeake Bay Foundation and it was so nice that he was familiar with the venue...made everything so simple!!! Thanks Mike...forever grateful for you helping to make our special day even more special!! ❤️

Mike B was the perfect photographer for our small wedding at the Governor Calvert House this past August. At our initial meeting, Mike was welcoming and was really interested in getting to know about my husband and I. He seemed to share the enthusiasm with us about our big day. I am into photography myself so it was nice to share my passions with Mike and it clearly shows in his pictures! Whenever I had a question, Mike was quick to respond and communication flowed. I was a pretty easy bride so I didn't provide Mike with a list of pictures I wanted but the day of our wedding he had great suggestions and was happy to take pictures of anything I had asked to on the spot. We received our pictures a few days ago and they were AMAZING. As we looked through them, they literally took my breath away. It is so awesome to get to relive that day and see many of the aspects I didn't get to see such as the ceremony. He captured really special moments and memories that I will now have with me forever. I shared the pictures with my family and they were also blown away by the amazing job he did. I would definitely recommend Mike to other brides! I've got a baby on the way and hope that when he/she arrives that I can call Mike up to take some family photographs! I hope to pass his name along to my friends and family and that I have the opportunity to work with him again in the future! Thanks again Mike =o)

I got married in August 2014 at the Kent Manor Inn. Mike was amazing through out the entire process! He did beautiful engament photos for us and we had a blast during the shoot. He was a great resource to help plan the schedule for the day of the wedding and knew the best places on the venue for shots. He did an AMAZING job with our wedding photos. He gave me a sneak-peak immediately after the wedding! It hadn't even been 24 hours before he posted some of the best shots. We had a great experience!

We chose to have our destination wedding in Annapolis, Maryland. We had guests from 14 states represented and this would probably be the only time everyone, family and friends would be in the same place at the same time! We knew we had the best caterer with Ken’s Creative Kitchen and now we really wanted the best photographer that would go beyond the typical posed pictures and capture the special moments of the day. Ken recommended Mike B Photography and it was the perfect choice for us as their photo journalism approach was exactly what we were looking for! We had a memorable engagement session with Mike and Nick at our marina a month or so before the big day! The photos turned out great! It really helped us feel comfortable and be ourselves on our wedding day. We received such personal attention leading up to and during our wedding. Nick and Rachel photographed our wedding. Both were wonderful to work with, professional, easy going, and non intrusive. Nick started the day early with me and the girls at our Annapolis rental home, then to the ceremony, stopping along the way at my request for some gorgeous photos on the bay with sailboats and the bay bridge as the backdrop. Nick captured pictures of our ceremony inside and outside of St. Mary’s Church really playing on its beauty and architecture, followed by an impromptu send off in a Maserati Convertible. The photos Nick took on the beach at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation before the reception took no time at all and we ended up being part of our entire cocktail hour and talked with all of our guests! We took more photos at sunset then danced the night away. We received a sneak peek of several photos within 2 days of our wedding and they were stunning! The “kiss on the beach” photo was breathtaking and took Facebook by storm! Plus, numerous shots that were so creative, like the “Cinderella” shot of my husband putting on my shoe after pictures on the beach, and even a simple picture of my flowers done so beautifully, and so many candid pictures that all just captured those moments we were hoping for. Nick you truly have a gift for photography! Thank you Mike, Nick and Rachel for being a part of our special day and creating the memories for us to last a lifetime!

My husband and I opted to get a custom package that included 8-10 hours of coverage and 4 hours of additional coverage by a second photographer. We also purchased the custom album because the samples Mike showed us during a Skype meeting were just too stunning to pass up on. We timely received a flash drive containing all high-resolution images from our wedding on top of a very convenient online portfolio to share with families and friends -- all for a very reasonable price. You may be working on a tight budget like I was but doing proper research made me realize quickly that if there’s any part of the wedding you can’t skimp on, that’s ensuring that the photos from your big day will come out as beautiful as it deserves to be. You’re going to be spending plenty of time making sure all you wedding details are executed the way you envision and it really would be a shame if all that effort is not documented properly. You’re going to be remembering that day for as long as you live so invest on making sure those photos are beautiful. Our wedding photographer was Nick Woodall and Rachel Kim and we couldn’t be happier with having gotten to work with them. Nick was the lead photog and Rachel was just as professional. They were attentive. They were respectful to the event and just an overall joy to work with. They were easy to get along with and made us feel really comfortable. We trusted their work so much that we encouraged our guests not to take photos of the ceremony with their phones and cameras to let Nick and Rachel capture the event without the interruption. And we’re glad we did. Not only were they a pleasure to work with but also the quality of their output is just impressive. We are beyond happy we picked them! If you are reading this, there’s a very high chance that you’re researching to hire a wedding photographer. I was you a few months back and I was fortunate enough to land upon Mike B Photography. I hired their services precisely because of the overwhelming positive feedback I read on their profile. Those reviewers were all right. The great thing about doing research is if you suspect for any reason my review is inaccurate, you can verify it for yourself and browse through their portfolio. I mean, their work really speaks for itself. To the team: thank you for creating the beautiful photos we’ll be looking back on for as long as we live. Cheers!

Choosing a wedding photographer is important, you only get one chance to get that perfect shot of your first kiss, first dance and all those special moments that comprise your wedding day. Choosing Mike B. was the perfect choice for our wedding at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club on June 7th as he expertly captured all of those special moments and more! His service was fantastic and it was super quick turn around to get our photos back! Thanks Mike for everything, from our e-session all the way to the sparkler exit at our wedding!!!

Mike truly captured the story of our wedding. Every time we look through our pictures, we can relive the happiest day of our lives. Mike takes the time to get to know you to capture your personality in the photos. He is a pleasure to work with. You can see his passion for his job while he is working and by just looking through any of his portfolios. Mike also took the pictures for my boudoir shoot. A shoot I figured would be extremely uncomfortable and awkward. He was very professional and put me right at ease. It was actually a fun experience and the photos were beyond what I was looking for! If you are looking for fun, creative, beautiful photos and a great man to work with- book mike now!

Mike B photography was one of the best decisions we made for our big day! From engagement photos to the wedding day, Mike was there every step of the way. Mike is easy to contact and speak with. During our conversations, he was attentive, creative, and very patient. We sought out Mike’s advice on many wedding details! We worked with Nick and Mike and who both made us feel like the details of our wedding day were as important to them as it was to my family. They take a lot of pride in every photo and every shot, their enthusiasm was unwavering as the night went on. Taking photos was one of our favorite parts of the day. Truly a fun group of guys to work with!!!

I must be honest and say that I was very picky when it came time to find a photographer for our big day. I researched endlessly and was coming up short on quality photography to get the creative edge I was hoping for. I was at the point of not hiring anyone, because I did not want to spend money if I couldn't find what I was looking for. After looking at Mike B's website, I decided to meet with him and my prayers were answered!!! Mike and his associate Nick took photos for our wedding and all we can say is you MUST hire them pronto! Not only are Mike and Nick very professional, but they are very down to earth as well and make you feel very comfortable and at ease when working with them. As part of our package we also took pre-wedding photos with them, which was a great way to get to know them before the big day. They are were kind enough to make a small video of our pre-wedding session, which is a wonderful gift we will always treasure. I did a "First Viewing" with my father and I will forever be thankful to Mike and Nick for capturing that moment. My husband and I also did a "First Look" and so glad we decided to do so. That is a moment that will last a lifetime thanks to the beautiful photography. We had planned to take most of our bridal and family photos prior to the ceremony, but ran behind on time. Mike and Nike stayed calm and professional and managed to fit in a lot of what we wanted even with less time. They also both collaborated very well with our videographer and went above and beyond to help whenever needed. We highly recommend Mike and his team! They are truly gifted and talented!

All of our wedding pictures turned out awesome, and we will cherish them forever. Mike was very easy going and the photo sessions all went so smoothly. They were also very flexible with our engagement photos. We unfortunately had to reschedule close to 5 times due to thunderstorms but finally got the weather we wanted and the shots look stunning. Not only is Mike great, but his companion photographers are all extremely talented too. Nick did most of the shots for our wedding and they all look amazing. We highly recommend Mike B photography.

Mike and Nick did an amazing job photographing our big day! They were both so comfortable to work with and truly listened to what we were looking for in our wedding photos. During the ceremony and reception, you barely noticed them, but we ended up with stunning pictures. Mike even shot my bridal boudoir as I was getting ready. Again, he was so comfortable to work with and made it such a fun experience. Everyone who has seen our pictures loves them and we are certainly recommending him to our friends!

I just had my wedding almost a month ago and could not recommend anyone more than Mike Busada for photography! One of the first things we picked for our wedding was the photographer because we knew we wanted to get engagement photos as well as have as many options for photographers as we could. I met with a few before Mike, and I left feeling discouraged and overwhelmed. After seeing Mike's profile and website I knew I had to meet him. He is AMAZING! he made us feel so comfortable and so excited from the minute we met him. His photos are above and better than any I have ever seen before and I knew he would use his creativity to make them unlike any others. We had the best/most fun engagement session with him shortly after and our photos were ready within a few weeks, which was great so we could use them for Save the Dates. They turned out perfect!!!! We had SO many compliments from friends and family about how much they loved them! I felt so comfortable around Mike I decided to do Boudoir photos for the grooms present. I was worried about how I would look in the photos but they are INCREDIBLE!!!!! They were so unique and artistic and I have never felt more confident in how I looked than after I saw the photos!!! Definitely different than any boudoir photos I have seen before. When our wedding day was here I knew I had nothing to worry about with photos. I did not even give Mike a must take photo list because I knew he would capture every special moment. He ended up surprising us the night before at the Rehersal dinner to get a few photos in, which I was so grateful for...he definitely goes above and beyond. The wedding day Mike and his second shooters were so great. I told him on the phone a week or so later how I barely felt like I saw him because they are SO good at not being in the way. We ended up with over 800 AMAZING BEAUTIFUL photos from the actual day. They made me cry the minute I saw them and brought my wedding day back to life. There were So many moments he was able to get that I had barely remembered/missed. I am absolutely obsessed with them and am so grateful that I chose Mike for the photos that I will look at for the rest of my life. The photos were ready in just 3 weeks, our friends and family have commented on how they are the best photos they have ever seen. I could not recommend Mike more. He is professional, calm, kind, and one of the nicest people I have ever met!!!!

Wow! Where do I begin? Mike is amazing! I found Mike on Facebook when I was on the hunt for a wedding photographer and I was amazed by his photos. I realized I had to have him capture my special day. I live in Annapolis but my fiance and I were planning on getting married at our favorite resort in Cancun, Mexico. It was really important that I felt at ease with the photographer and I did not want to hire someone who I had never met. I set up an initial meeting for my fiance and I to meet with Mike. I was so impressed by how he put us at ease with his kindness and laid back personality. Mike asked us about how we met, our vision, and our life. I could tell that Mike had the same passion for life that my husband and I do and that is really why he is able to capture such amazing moments. We knew after meeting Mike we had to have him! Mike was so easy to work with and professional from the moment we hired him until I received my photos. I really wanted the whole wedding weekend to be captured and it truly was. I have no idea how Mike was able to do it all and that is why I am in awe of him. He literally captured every photo that I wanted and more. From shots of the groomsman by the poo, to rehearsal dinner, to the wedding, I have such an amazing collection of photos that I will cherish forever. I have gotten so many compliments on my wedding photos that I have lost count. I have even had some of my girlfriends tell me my wedding photos are better than their own. I have to agree and that is all because of MIKE B!!! Since my wedding, I have used Mike for professional photos for my business. I know that my husband and I will continue to use him for all of our future photography needs because he really is the BEST!

I was lucky to have Mike B available to do photography for my wedding, as he is very popular in the MD area and books up quickly. One of my best friends got married and used him (a lot of her pics are found in this review) and it wasn't even a consideration - I HAD TO HAVE MIKE B for my wedding! He was so creative with our engagement session, fun, and open minded. And, our wedding photos are so good, I cry every time I look at them. I didn't bother having a videographer at my wedding because I knew my photos would be all I needed, and I was SO RIGHT. Mike is a true professional - so easy to communicate with and is very reliable and responsive. He's got a very warm personality that made it very easy for my husband to connect with, and I adore him. He's an amazing photographer and a wonderful person. His customer service left me feeling more than satisfied - he exceeded our expectations and delivered our most prized possession from our wedding - he captured memories that we will have for a lifetime. I met with other photographers, and I don't think that any of them compare to Mike B. We will use him over and over again in the future (for his other photography services).

Awesome is the only appropriate way to describe our experience with Mike and his team. Starting from an amazing engagement session, we worked together on our wedding (Friday to Sunday) and more than happy to be able to work with him. He captured the special moments perfectly, and had wonderful ideas for special shots that will make the most important day of our live even more memorable. Thanks again Mike for these wonderful pictures, you are the best!

Mike B is simply the best. He truly made my experience during our engagement session and throughout my wedding better than I could have imagined. Mike right of the bat makes you feel completely comfortable doing something that may not feel 100% natural (being in front of a camera for hours on end!). Looking back, I realize how important it is to just feel like you can be yourself in order to capture unique and personal photos (vs those that seem to be posed and a bit corny) and which also accurately reflect the relationship with your significant other. Because Mike is calm, collected, and truly listens to what you want, while at the same time just being super cool dude, you will automatically find yourself feeling like you can just relax and enjoy the whole experience. Mike not only makes you feel 100% comfortable, he also has a talent that is incomparable to any competition. His pictures capture classic elegance and romance while at the same time are chic, modern and of amazing quality. He has an amazing gift that will not disappoint. He is one in a million and I would recommend Mike and Nick (who is also one of the nicest and coolest guys on the planet)100 times over. I feel so lucky to have had Mike B for my wedding and I am already looking forward to using him for all of the special moments I want to capture in the future (as long as he doesn't become too famous in the meantime)! :)

When it came to picking a photographer for my wedding there was no question who I was going to pick. I remember calling Mike the morning after I got engaged to ask which of two potential wedding dates he would be available....I picked the day he was free! From the engagement session to my wedding day, every photo turned out fantastic that he and his assistants took. At the wedding they captured photos of details I didn't even remember seeing myself and seemed to be in just the right spot to capture the moment each time I turned around. There are so many great photos from the wedding that it has been hard for my husband and I to narrow our selection for our album. I highly recommend Mike B, along with his assistants, to be anyone's first choice photographer. I will use Mike every time I need a photographer because I can't wait to see how he will outdo himself yet again with his truly fantastic photography!

Mike B was amazing to work with. He made both me and my groom feel completely comfortable and worked with us to get the photos we wanted. I recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer.

Mike is awesome! He is so easy going but still getting all the shots that were important to us. All our shots turned out beautiful and I also was so happy with the engagement session. I couldn't be happier.

Mike is such an amazing photographer!! We were lucky enough to have our engagement session and wedding photos done by Mike. Not only did he make us feel completely at ease, he thought about things we just didn't know we needed to think about. Your photo's are one of the most important part of your big day, they capture the little moments that you will never be able to get back, it's important to be sure nothing will go wrong! After seeing our engagement photo's we knew we were in great hands! There were also so many fun little surprise's from Mike like a picture slide show, a fun blog post, extra backup photographers that helped touch up makeup, get extra fun shots, the works!!! To top it off, Mike set up a slide show at the wedding for guests to view, which was such a big hit! If you are looking for a true professional, that is passionate about his work, that makes you feel comfortable in order to get real natural photo's instead of the usual lame wedding photos, Mike is the way to go. Your biggest dilemma will end up being having to decided which photos are your favorite, because you will LOVE them all!!! I have never seen such breath taking black and white photo work in my life! I seriously can't say enough about how fantastic Mike is as a photographer and person!

Our wedding day was gorgeous with color, smiles and love. The most wonderful thing about having our wedding finished is the photos we get to share with our family, friends, and each other over the years. Mike Busada makes the day easy to remember with the amount of photos he takes and the "kodak moments" he captures. I am a bit on the heavier side, and I thought/worried about my wedding photo's reminding me of how over weight I am, but in fact it made me feel beautiful. I don't think there is one photo he took that made me feel unattractive or uncomfortable sharing with anyone. Mike's attitude is sure to calm any bride who is frantically trying to keep calm at her wedding, and he has a great personality. I remember when we had our first meeting with him, we fell in love with his work and our biggest concern was not being able to afford his talents. Mike was very reasonable with our budget and that is something I will never forget. I will hire him in the future and recommend him to all my friends and family. Do yourself a favor and hire him!

I’ve never been photogenic, but he was able to capture the perfect moments of the most important day of our lives. He captured every ideal moment of our engagement session and our wedding day! The photographs of the wedding are gorgeous and we are very happy with them. Everyone at the wedding loved him and wanted his information for their future events! We are very pleased that we will have beautiful photographs to look at, for our lifetime and can pass down to our family, of the most memorable day of our lives thus far. Mike Busada is a pleasure and easy to work with. He answers every phone call, text, or e-mail promptly. Mike is nice and has a sense of humor. He is not boring, rude, or weird. His price is very reasonable for the product you get in return. His engagement session is included in the wedding package. The day of the wedding he asked us if we wanted a photo booth and didn’t charge us for it!!! Not heard of someone going the extra mile for no extra charge as a wedding vendor!!! He was experimenting with his new product and everyone at the wedding loved it!!! He has a beautiful piece of land to take your engagement photos if you chose and his studio and his home are very classy as well! We felt completely comfortable with Mike B taking our pictures at the engagement session and the wedding, most of the time we didn’t even know he was taking pictures. I cannot comment enough on how wonderful the pictures turned out. Mike has a very creative eye. We had ominous clouds at the wedding and he turned a threat into some of the most gorgeous and dramatic pictures that I have ever seen. We will use Mike B Photography for our future maternity, family photos, and any other event that needs a photographer. Just feel like we can’t say enough about him to do justice. The hardest thing now is to choose the pictures we want in our album, there are too many to choose from. Mike has a lot of experience and it shows. Every aspect of Mike B Photography is perfect. He is truly amazing and we gained a life long friend out of the deal!

I hired Mike as a photographer before I had even picked a date or settled on a location. He shot a few of my friends weddings and they were all amazing. Mike was very easy to work with and was happy to head whereever for our destination wedding. He and his wife joined us for the whole weekend and Mike shot every moment with great detail. I hardly ever knew he was around but he really seemed to capture all of the best moments. Our Staged photos went quickly so we could get to the party. (very important) I was simply amazed by how well his photos turned out. Mike also shot our reception at home which he did a great job. Many Kudos to Mike and his crew. I cannot describe my appreciation to them. I would VERY HIGHLY, almost insistently, recommend them to anyone.

Mike Busada made all of my wedding picture dreams come true! The photos from our wedding were outstanding. Mike mixes traditional photographs with artistic, beautiful shots. My husband and I were blown away when we got our photos. In addition to taking amazing pictures, mike is wonderful to work with. He really listens to what you want as a bride and groom. We would recommend him to anyone!

Mike B Photography is phenomenal. He adjusted his packages to get us exactly what we wanted, at the best value. When you miss a payment date, he was so nice about reminding you without making you feel bad or more stressed out. And most importantly, the pictures are great!!

I highly recommend Mike B Photography to anyone contemplating hiring a professional photographer. Not only because he is very talented but because he is so easy to work with and talk to. Very professional and love what he is doing which reflects on his product. From our engagement session till the day of our wedding we are very satisfied with his work - he made the photography an easy check off our list without any doubts. Seriously you should hire him!!!

Mike is not only a exceptional photographer he is a great person and wonderful to work with. He captured amazing photographs - more than we could even imagine and he had us laughing the whole time. We couldn't be happier with the quality, service, or value. We plan to work with him for years to come.

I think choosing the photographer is one of the most important decisions you make in planning a wedding because after everything is done, the photos are the only thing left from the big day. After looking at Mike's photos I knew I wanted him to do my wedding. Mike has an amazing eye and brings with him a ton of experience. The photos from my wedding are beautiful and I have had many comments from family and friends as well as other vendors I used on how amazing they turned out. I never felt awkward or like I was being watched which allowed me to relax and enjoy the day. Afterwards I was amazed at the moments he captured. Mike really captured the emotions of all the moments throughout the day. We also did a trash the dress session the day after which I was really pleased with. His attention to lighting and color really shows. Throughout the entire adventure Mike was friendly, attentive to everyone's wishes, open to ideas while bring his own to the table, and always very professional.

Mike made sure we captured all the moments of the day! He had an assistant during our entire wedding which helped make sure we got great photos from the groomsmen and bridesmaids while getting ready. Had a lot of fun and I would recommend him to anyone getting married!

We narrowed down our list of potential photographers here on the Knot and various other review sites. Once we had a manageable list of photographers to evaluate we visited each one of their web sites and reviewed their online portfolios. We narrowed that list down to about 5, called them all, then had an in-person meeting with two. Mike's online portfolio really appealed to us and in our phone interviews and in-person meetings he proved to be very personable. He's not the least expensive photographer out there, but he's talented and easy to work with. We'll use him again for future events.

My wedding was May 2011. During the planning I was pretty sure that the music and my photographer were #1 priorities. It was easy to ask my fiance to find the band. The photographer, alas, was going to have to be me. I interviewed three different people over the phone. Mike was far and above the best. I just hoped he was the same in person! And he was, thankfully. I tried to be organized about the initial phone interview and then much later on the big day, but really I had no idea what I was doing. Mike was excellent at driving the bus but also giving me and my fiance a front seat. He's assertive without being aggressive. He's artistic without being "out there." He's incredibly personable and outgoing without becoming distracted form the work. And he's punctual! The end result was a stockpile of gorgeous, elegant images from my most special day! Two magazines have featured the wedding in their Real Weddings, also, which is an amazing treat. Now my only problem is picking the best of the best for an album! I would use Mike again in a heartbeat for any very special event or occasion. I wish I could do it all over again . . .

Mike B was AMAZING! He didn't miss a minute of the ceremony, dinner or party! He had great suggestions on how to pose, and how to line a large wedding party up! I trusted him immediately, and knew that he would capture parts of my day that I missed! I would highly recommend him!

Mike and Pam were so great to work with! I knew from the first time we met Mike he was gonna photograph our wedding! I highly recommend Mike B!

Mike was a must when it came to our wedding photography, as he is the brother in law of my husband. However, even if this were not the case, there would have been no question to us using Mike as our photographer. We were extremely lucky that he was already a part of the family and I did not have to stress over who would be the best pick.....as Mike was it! He was extremely patient on the wedding day and captured moments that I will cherish forever. He made me feel very comfortable, as I am not one to like to get my picture taken. I felt like a princess the entire day!!! He was a true professional and it was apparent that he is extremely confident in his abilities and produces images that show his true talent. I have always admired his work and am so grateful that I now have pictures that others admire. My wedding was almost six months ago and I still get compliments on how gorgeous our wedding pictures are. Mike is truly a top-notch photographer. He is easy to get along with, makes the experience fun and comfortable and can definitely capture moments that will take your breath away. I highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a wonderful photography experience on their wedding day. Mike is worth every penny....guaranteed!

Mike was professional, talented, and a pleasure to work with. He had pictures available to us to see within just a couple of days of the wedding, which was so important because we were so anxious to see pictures. He knew exactly where to put us and how to pose us, and was great at giving direction. He also managed to catch all the most special moments candidly. He took so many photographs in almost no time at all and had us back inside celebrating with our guests. We had a smaller, at-home wedding and were tight on space, yet somehow he covered every aspect of the ceremony and reception without once being in the way. He was also so personable, he made everyone he was photographing feel comfortable and relaxed. I can't stress enough how important it is for busy brides to have a professional who knows where to be and when. It was such a relief to not have to worry about whether certain moments would be caught or whether we would have all the photos we wanted. Mike is a photographer you can really trust to make the most beautiful memories on such a special day.

Mike B.'s photography is outstanding! He is very easy to work with, has a great personality, and his work is impecable! His dedication to excellent photographs shines through in each and every one of our wedding photos, and in our engagement photos. He is very reliable and will go above and beyond to give you the photos that you want. His assistant at our wedding, Rachel, was excellent as well. If you are looking for someone to beautifully capture each and every special moment of your day, book him for your wedding! He is well worth it!! You won't be dissappointed!!!

My husband and I had the absolute pleasure of having Mike Busada as our photographer. We heard of Mike thru my brother and sister-in-law because they too used him for their wedding last year. Once I saw his work, I knew we had to have him for our wedding. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our wedding. Mike accomodated to my last minute changes and was so helpful the day of our wedding. The proofs arrived in a very timely manner. The pictures were absolutely beautiful and very creative. Perhaps the most difficult part with having Mike as our photographer is choosing which pictures to have in our album! Mike comes with my highest recommendations and I hope to use him again for future events and milestones.