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Mike Christ Photography
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AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
If you’re worried about feeling uncomfortable in front of the camera — you’re not alone.
Most couples feel that way at first.
That’s why the experience matters.
From the moment the day begins, you’ll feel a balance of calm confidence and just enough energy to break the tension and let you fully enjoy yourself. Clear direction when you need it. Space when you don’t. Real moments unfolding naturally.
The result? Photos that feel authentic, joyful, and dynamic — never stiff.
You’re not here to settle for ordinary.
You want images that feel like your story — bold, emotional, completely you.
The day moves with purpose. The important moments are captured. And there’s still room for spontaneous, rule-breaking magic.
Big laughs. Effortless direction. Energy when you need it. Calm when you don’t.
This isn’t just documentation.
It’s your love story — unscripted and unforgettable.
What It’s Like to Work With Me
Expect direction when you need it, space when you don’t, and an experience that feels effortless from start to finish. Timelines are managed. Personalities are handled. The flow of the day stays intact so you can stay present.
The goal isn’t just great photos — it’s making sure you actually enjoy your wedding day while we create them.
Details
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
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
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Awards and Affiliations
2021 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Meet the team
Mike Christ
Lead Photographer
I grew up moving constantly — five states and ten school districts before we finally landed in Pittsburgh. It taught me how to walk into any room, read the energy fast, and connect with people immediately.
That’s exactly how I approach weddings.
Whether I’m stepping into a bridal suite or a groomsmen’s hotel room, I bring calm confidence and just enough humor to get everyone relaxed and enjoying themselves.
Art has always been the constant in my life. I was formally trained young and never stopped pushing to get better — not just at the craft, but at helping couples feel completely comfortable being themselves in front of the camera.
The result? Photos that feel authentic, joyful, and dynamic — completely you.
My wife and I have been married for 18 years and have four wild, wonderful kids. My family is my biggest motivation — both in life and in the way I show up for my couples.
I can’t wait to hear what you’re dreaming up.
— Mike
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.021 reviews
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Multiple reviewers highly recommend Mike as a wedding photographer for his exceptional talent, humor, and ability to capture both big emotional moments and candid shots. His professionalism and fun personality made the entire photography experience enjoyable for couples, bridal parties, and guests. Mike's dedication to capturing genuine feelings and creating stunning photos that surpass expectations was consistently praised, with many looking forward to working with him for future events.Review photos
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Jaime B
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5.0
6/14/2025
HIRE MIKE! He shot our wedding and we had a blast with him. Neither my husband nor I are big picture people, but Mike was able to get us relaxed and having fun with it. We had nume...
rous guests come up to us and compliment his hustle and work throughout the night. He got every shot we asked for, and added in some fun ideas that turned out beautiful. He was the best!
Dottie M
5.0
10/02/2025
We could not have asked for a better wedding photographer than Mike! From the moment he showed up, he brought such a great energy—cracking jokes, keeping everyone relaxed, and maki...
ng us laugh through the whole day. Not only did he capture the most beautiful, timeless photos, but he also made the entire experience so much fun.
Even the bridal party who usually hate taking photos were laughing, posing, and actually enjoying themselves thanks to his humor and easygoing personality. He has that rare balance of professionalism and fun—keeping everything on schedule while making it feel effortless.
Looking through our gallery, we’re blown away by how he managed to capture both the big, emotional moments and the little candid ones we didn’t even realize were happening. Every photo feels genuine and full of joy.
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Elizabeth P
5.0
9/22/2025
Mike is downright awesome. He’s so funny and does such a good job of keeping you relaxed and focused. My family and friends / bridal party couldn’t stop complimenting him. Such a p...
ersonable guy and we couldn’t recommend him enough. He showed us some previews as he was capturing and he is so talented. We can’t wait to see the full album!
Kasey R
5.0
6/01/2025
From the very first moment of our engagement shoot, we knew we had found someone truly special.
Mike has this rare ability to make you feel completely at ease in front of the came...
ra — like you can just be yourself, laugh, breathe, and genuinely enjoy the moment. And the photos? Absolutely stunning.
He overdelivered in every possible way. Mike’s dedication isn’t just about getting the shot technically perfect — it’s about capturing the feeling. He doesn’t settle for “good enough.” If a moment isn’t quite right, we try again — not because he’s a perfectionist, but because he genuinely cares. About the work, yes. But more importantly, about you. That was evident in everything he did.
After our engagement session, we were counting down the days until the wedding — not just to get married, but to have him there capturing it all. On the biggest day of our lives, Mike was everything we hoped for and more: a calming, joyful presence, a true professional, and someone who felt like a friend. He lifted the energy when we needed it most, knew just what to say to bring out the best in us, and made the entire experience unforgettable.
If you’re looking for someone to photograph one of the most important days of your life, stop looking. Mike is it. His talent, heart, and presence are unmatched. We’ll treasure what he created for us — and the experience of working with him — forever.
Jennifer C
5.0
3/06/2024
Great pictures and great personality! Neither my husband nor I are really outgoing and were a little nervous to have someone follow us around and take our pictures for our wedding....
However, Mike made the whole experience really pleasant and fun. He has such a good vibe that made us both feel really comfortable. Most importantly, his photos are beautiful. I would definitely recommend and will hopefully be using him for photos for pregnancy and future children as well!
Quinn C
5.0
9/04/2022
Amazing. I knew I wanted Mike as our wedding photographer as soon as my husband and I got engaged. I love his timeless/classic style. He is also high energy and will bring out the ...
best in you.
I requested some old Hollywood/bright flash photos during our cake cutting and he nailed it. I did not want the bright/airy photos that are currently in trend and he was the perfect choice for our style.
We received so many comments from guests about how fun and nice Mike was! When we woke up the day after our wedding he had already sent us 50 photos. We then received another teaser of over 100 before receiving our full gallery of over 500.
I made a timeline and a list of “must have” photos and he hit everyone. I would highly recommend creating a list and sending it to your photographer before your wedding.
He is truly amazing. Thank you again, Mike!
Danielle C
5.0
8/31/2022
Mike was an absolute blast to work with for both our engagement and wedding pictures! My (now) husband has a beautiful smile but never actually smiles for pictures, and somehow Mik...
e was able to capture that for us. He made us laugh and took all our stress away throughout our big day. The results are breathtaking and vibrant, and we will cherish them forever!
Liliana S
5.0
4/26/2022
We loved Mike! He spent quite a bit of time working on preparation for the big day to make sure that he could make a good game plan for getting all of our desired photos, and had a...
bunch of great ideas for photo locations and combinations that we ended up using on our wedding day. He was incredibly easy to reach and responsive, and he has been transparent throughout the process after the wedding about when photos will be ready, etc. On the day of the wedding, he and Margot arrived promptly as promised and kept us engaged throughout the entire process. I was worried that all the photos would be exhausting and a little boring, but Mike's energy and sense of humor really boosted our spirits and made the photo sessions fly by. He was also right in the center of all our important activities, so I know that we have great shots of the highlights of our wedding, but it also never felt like he was in the way. Having seen some of our photos now, he did an absolutely fantastic job! We highly recommend him!
Erin S
5.0
12/06/2020
Mike is AWESOME!! His work is amazing. All the pictures turned out better than I could have imagined! He is so much fun to work with and makes you feel comfortable. He will go abov...
e and beyond to get your vision and work with you. I cant recommend him enough!!!
Tina D
5.0
12/04/2020
Mike took our engagement pictures in june. We loved everyone of them. They turned out amazing. We truly enjoyed ourselves. We didn’t feel rushed. Mike took his time getting to know...
us and made us feel comfortable from the beginning. We'd highly recommend.
Summer B
5.0
1/07/2020
Mike is an amazing photographer, he captured everything I wanted and much more! We had a blast doing our engagement photos and even more fun at the wedding! Can’t wait to work with...
you again in the future.
Donna C
5.0
11/16/2019
Mike's work is great and he's a lot of fun to work with!
Jason S
5.0
11/12/2019
Mike makes you feel like an old friend and always seems to know what you're thinking before you say it. He has a nack for getting the right shot and is able to edit photos and crea...
te a truly timeless memory. If you want to avoid regret hire Mike!
Hannah G
5.0
11/08/2019
Mike is amazing to work with. He is professional while being so comfortable to work with and around. He had great vision for your big day and creates work that is both refreshingly...
uncliché and also able to stand the test of time as classically beautiful. Highly recommend him.
Brian C
5.0
11/08/2019
Mike is very passionate about his work, and produces very fine work. We were pleased with everything!
Nooch C
5.0
11/08/2019
Mike is a hardworking and highly talented photographer. He is fun and easy to work with. I recommend him highly!
Emily M
5.0
11/08/2019
Loved this shoot! Mike took us to the coolest spots and kept us laughing the entire time! He works hard to get the best photo!
Lindsey H
5.0
11/08/2019
I had the pleasure of working with Mike on a trash the dress shoot. He's creative and has a great eye! He scoped out some interesting spots to shoot at and the outcome was somethin...
g really unique and special. You'll enjoy working with Mike, he's professional and laid back which results in a comfortable experience. Highly recommend!
Josh H
5.0
11/08/2019
Mike is an awesome photographer. He has a great eye and his photos have a unique style (which is refreshing). He’s easy to work with, very easy going, and is great at just rolling ...
with it and doing whatever he needs to do to get the perfect shot. I highly recommend him! You won’t regret it.
Ksenia T
5.0
11/08/2019
Working with Mike was a great experience! We started with getting our engagement pictures done back in December and then he photographed our wedding in July. He is very fun and eas...
y to work with, yet very professional. He made us feel at ease and encouraged us to have fun while taking photos so they ended up being very lively. We discussed different ideas before the wedding and told him what we wanted abs got exactly what we asked for.
We will definitely be calling him again once we need more pictures taken!
megan c
5.0
11/08/2019
Loooooved the mommy and daughter shoot Mike did for us. Great style and creative eye. Super easy to work with... love him!
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