Mike Zawadzki Photography

To me, his photography was gorgeous and most important of all - not your typical wedding vibe. I fell in love with his creative use of dark lighting. I work in film/TV and showed his page to my cinematographer, who spent some time scrolling and simply said, "This guy's good." RUN to book if you want an easy to work with, organized and brilliant artist on your team. His second photographer was Antonio. The groomsmen enjoyed spending the day with him and when he was around me, I appreciated the calming vibe he brought along.

to photograph our wedding and we would make that decision 10/10 times. Mike knew my husband and I felt uncomfortable in front of the camera and helped us instantly feel at ease. After only seeing the preview of our wedding photos, we haven’t been able to stop staring at them and friends and family have not stopped raving about Mikes work. We couldn’t be happier with our decision and will definitely use Mike at any opportunity in the future.

fessionalism, and a fun, helpful attitude that made our special day even more memorable. Our wedding day was hot, humid and had spouts of rain. Mike and his team were professionals and took it upon themselves to seek out spaces to capture each special moment of the day, to keep us from the heat as much as possible before the ceremony. As a couple who was unsure of how to pose, we were a bit nervous about the photography aspect of our wedding. However, Mike put us at ease immediately. He took the time to get to know us, understand our story, and tailor their approach to fit our personalities and style. His ability to guide us through poses naturally and comfortably was remarkable, making us look and feel our best in every shot. Mike has an extraordinary eye for detail and a unique artistic vision. He captured every moment with creativity and finesse, from candid shots of us laughing with our guests to beautifully composed portraits that we will treasure forever. The lighting, angles, and composition in each photo reflect their expert skills and dedication to their craft. What truly stood out was Mike and his team's professionalism and fun personality. They were punctual, organized, and always prepared, ensuring that everything ran smoothly throughout the day. Their friendly and approachable demeanor made the entire experience enjoyable for us and our guests. They managed to blend seamlessly into the background, capturing genuine moments without being intrusive. Mike and his team were also incredibly helpful, offering valuable tips and suggestions that enhanced our photos. Whether it was adjusting a pose, suggesting a picturesque location, or simply making us laugh to capture a natural smile, their guidance was invaluable. We couldn't be happier with the stunning photographs that perfectly encapsulate the joy and love of our wedding day. If you're looking for a wedding photographer who is visionary, professional, fun, and exceptionally helpful, we highly recommend Mike Zawadzki Photography. They truly made our wedding day unforgettable. Thank you, Mike and team, for your incredible work and for making our wedding memories timeless.

ented artist and such a lovely person all around! We gave her full creative control to take charge and do her thing. Our wedding was a Friday night and she got us stunning previews by that Monday. She was so easy to work with added such a fun layer to the day.

lanning process. It would have been enough just to have our spectacular pictures, but Mike really goes above and beyond in all aspects to make sure you're getting what you really want--even if you didn't completely know what that was from the outset! Everyone that we worked with on his team was thorough, patient, and fun: I don't think I appreciated how much we would need people who truly enjoy every step of the wedding journey until we were in the thick of it. We loved getting to know Mike at our engagement shoot and then further over email and on the big day; by the end of it, it really felt like we had a friend taking our wedding photos. Mike is a true professional who knows all the ins and outs of beautiful wedding photography, a creative mind who is always looking for ways to make your pictures feel unique to you as a couple, and an all-around great guy that you'll love to have around on your day. You won't regret having him on your side!

engagement photos and made us feel so comfortable and reassured throughout the shoot that we knew we made the right decision for our wedding day. Leading up to the wedding, the process was well defined and prepared to make the big day stress free! Then on the actual wedding day was when Mike and Tiffany shined. They were so incredibly professional and guided us through each part of the day from start until the very end, making sure we captured all the important moments. And even after all that, the thing that impressed us most is the final product! The pictures were absolutely amazing and we’re so happy we chose Mike to photograph our wedding. They perfectly captured the magic that was our wedding day and we can’t thank them enough!

y and friends had nothing but great things to say about Mike and his team, and the final product speaks for itself. We are beyond happy with our photos and will cherish them forever. Look no further than Mike!

help us relieve the best day of our lives and that is exactly what I wanted. When we were talking with other couples, they said “make sure you have a good photographer, it’s the only way you’ll remember the day because it goes quickly” and I was not worried because I knew we were in good hands!!

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one for me. Tiffany, Gerardo, and Kelsey were the literal dream team the day of our wedding. Everyone raves about how amazing and professional they were! I for one and not very comfortable in front of a camera and they made it so effortless for me to smile and look so photogenic! I can not say enough amazing things about Mike, Tiffany, Gerardo, and Kelsey!

SO organized with the day-of timeline and information, and turned previews around so quickly. They were such a joy to be around all day and did such an incredible job!

n was. Our wedding was untraditional in many ways and he was not only open to that but was excited by it. My prep call with Gracie also reconfirmed I had made the right decision booking them. She helped to organize everything we wanted captured so nothing would be missed. The second they showed up on the wedding weekend I was once again so happy with my decision. All 3 of them jumped right in and just kept the day fun and light while making sure to capture what we wanted. Mike even helped to calm me and my mom in a moment of trying to gather everyone. I hate being in front of a camera but this team made me feel so comfortable. Tiffany was so personable as well and helped to direct and reassure family members who didn’t know how to pose etc. we wanted to hang out with them throughout the day - that’s how cool and friendly they all were! The photos we received back are truly STUNNING and really captured the essence of our wedding day. Mike and his team are true artists. You will be making a mistake if you DONT book this crew for your wedding. I hope to use them again for any future photography needs.

s times of day and conditions, so whether it was raining at night or bright and sunny before our ceremony, everything looks incredible. Tiffany led our large bridal party with such organization and professionalism throughout the day and even got us back same-day previews. We got our full gallery within a month also which was so timely especially during peak wedding season. You won’t regret hiring this incredible company!

akes being photographed easy and enjoyable. She photographed or engagement session, and two days of our wedding and will likely be our go-to photographer forever. We love you Tiffany and Mike!

husband is not a fan of pictures and he said don't worry about it. He was not lying. Our engagement shoot Mike had us feeling like we were all friends since childhood. He was so creative with his posing and gave my husband a break from smiling without stopping the shoot. His photos are unlike anything I have ever seen, so personal with a little bit of dramatics and a touch of playfulness. All of our photos are so much more than pictures they are mini stories that he was able to create and make come to life. We have received only our wedding highlights and I am beyond excited to have the rest back!! During our wedding Mike was great! He actually had us running ahead of schedule and gave us a little break before the craziness of the day started. If you're looking for a photographer that is going to capture everything and then some look no further. Mike, I cannot thank you enough for our beautiful photos. They will be cherished forever <3 :)

d right from the start. From the planning to the engagement photos to the wedding day and after the wedding. Not only will you get those dreamy photos you’re looking for but he will make your wedding day that much easier. They say on your wedding day as soon as the photographer arrives its go go go time. But as soon as Mike arrived it was like a sigh of relief. He had such a calming effect on me after being so stressed out. You just knew he had everything under control and everything was going to go smoothly. You don’t realize how important that is until you’re in the moment. Having a photographer that you can trust that knows what he’s doing. AND KILLS IT! Their talent is untouchable. Mike and his team are so professional but also so personable. So grateful and happy I found them. Choosing them will be the easiest decision you can make!

s for my pictures to reflect how my wedding actually looked. And then we realized we are both dog people and we were pretty much set (shout out to Merlo). Mike has an awesome way of bringing in his creative side but also being able to capture the classic wedding shots and family formals. We are blown away with the sneak peaks we have received and cannot wait to get the rest. I’m super type A so I made a pretty extensive list of photos I wanted and made sure to do my best to help them keep everyone moving (our immediate family is 25 people). Mike and Tiff were amazing at keeping us laughing and going all day. Mike also could read my husband and tell when he needed the push to take more pictures and when to stop. Mike encouraged us to take sunset pictures and we were hesitant at first because we didn’t want to step out of the reception but omg are we so glad we did. Tiffany even appeased my brother who was having a bit of a fit about his eyebrows being too thin because of a bad haircut the week before and she literally drew them on for him. She also held me in her jacket between a few pics because it was cold. Mike and Tiff are both very passionate about what they do and their commitment truly shows through their work.

ne consultation, we knew with 1000% certainty there was no other photographer for us! Mike was very professional while also being so funny, kind, engaging and relatable. He helped us plan our dream fall engagement shoot by suggesting a unique location with just a hint of “spooky.” Mike’s demeanor helped us feel much more comfortable having our photos taken! COVID caused our planning to take a less traditional route, and we had our “mini” church wedding in Fall 2021. While Mike himself was already booked for that day, he connected us with one of his associate photographers, Brad, to photograph our religious ceremony. They were both so helpful and flexible, and the pictures were everything we had hoped for. Fast forward to Fall 2022, when we finally would be able to celebrate with all of our friends and family! Tiffany (Studio Manager) contacted us to fill out an extensive day-of timeline and followed up with a completely personalized phone call to iron out all of the details. She was so friendly, caring, and had so much experience in the industry to share. We ended the conversation knowing we were TRULY in the best hands with MZP. On the day of our “big” wedding, Mike, Brad, and Meg were an absolute dream team to work with. True experts in every way - professional, personable, detail oriented, creative, attentive - and just plain FUN to be around! They were an absolutely instrumental component of our wedding, and we will always remember how they not only made us laugh all day but went absolutely above and beyond - from following us all around the farm on golf carts, to walking through bugs and mud, to carrying my lipstick for touch ups - to ensure that the photos captured our vision that we had been dreaming of for nearly two and a half years, including the sunset of a lifetime. Our friends and family were blown away to see the preview gallery within the first 48 hours after the wedding! To our MZP Team - Mike, Brad, Tiffany, Meg - it’s hard to adequately put into words how grateful we are to have had the pleasure of working with all of you throughout this process. Your talent, and your character, is unparalleled. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for everything. To anyone in search of a wedding photographer, look no further - these are your people!!! Mike and his team are the absolute best of the best there is ✨

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d Mike and Tiffany by searching for photographers who had worked with the Art Factory. We loved the work we saw on their instagram and knew they would be great for our style. What we didn't know was that in addition to beautiful work, they are also incredible to work with. It is so important that you feel comfortable with your photographers and are excited to spend the day with them. Each phone call with Tiffany felt so personal and her work is just flawless. We did our engagement shoot a few months before the wedding and Tiff made sure we felt comfortable and excited. She spent time learning about us, our preferences and laughing with us throughout the day. She got us the pictures in record time and everyone I knew could not stop talking about them. Beautiful, unique, artistic and perfectly us. Then the wedding came and to no surprise Tiff and her team absolutely killed it. They were everywhere and made sure to help us create so many special moments. Tiff & Mike even delivered a sneak peak less than 48 hours later. Everyone in our lives, especially us, are absolutely obsessed. If you want incredible partners, visionaries, artists, and people - absolutely hire Mike, Tiffany or their team! Thank you for perfectly capturing our day and our love! You are simply the best!

to a whole new level. Mike and his team are absolute MASTERS of their craft. They were so kind and creative! Mike is so incredible to work with! There truly aren’t enough words to convey his talent, keen eye for detail, professionalism, and wonderful personality. Both our engagement and wedding photos were more than we could have ever hoped for - he made us feel so comfortable and it came through in our photos - he captured us in a unique way that we have never seen in wedding photography, like a work of art. He is always thinking one step ahead and capturing every detail through his work; we are so glad we hired Mike to also be at our rehearsal and welcome party. And more importantly Mike was wonderful working with our request to include photos with our golden retriever Leo :) He made Leo the star of our wedding day! No question about it, Mike and his team are the best of the best and we’re so happy we chose him to capture our entire wedding weekend! <3

ning photography, but also for his attention to social justice and inclusivity. Mike has a talent for capturing raw, beautiful emotion of his couples without causing them to look overly posed. Mike also made the whole experience fun and exciting. We loved our engagement photoshoot and felt super comfortable being photographed professionally. We also had such a great time at our wedding, and felt that Mike and his team provided a sense of calm amidst the sometimes chaotic moments in a wedding. We loved being whisked away for exciting photoshoots at various locations around the venue, and are so grateful that Mike captured the most important day of our lives.

ng - he's a pro, he knows the flow of the day better than anyone, he's calm and professional and also a fun and silly guy who can help you loosen up for photos. I couldn’t have imagined our photos looking as dreamy and romantic as they turned out! Mike makes you feel comfortable in front of the lens and helps pose you to look like models . Mikes team is also incredible, so no matter what you are getting his LOOK even with a second shooter. The planning process with him and Tiffany was smooth (and somehow fun?!) Tiffany really helped breakdown the timeline for the day with helpful tips to make sure we got everything we wanted scheduled in. Mike is caring, fun and extremely talented! I have always said his work is straight out of a romance film, the back lighting, the glow, the perfect moment captured every time. If I could leave a million "fire emojis" I would! If you put your trust in Mike he will not let you down. Happy planning!

I could have. I knew from our first video chat that Tiffany was going to be wonderful. From her personality, to her skill- my husband and I were floored. We had an engagement shoot with Tiffany before our wedding and knew with certainty that we made the right choice. It was as if we had known Tiffany for years! And the wedding, EVEN BETTER!! Tiffany and Betsy photographed the wedding and got every shot imaginable, from the candid tears and the goofy dancing, to the filled with love and YES WE'RE MARRIED photos. And we had planned an outdoor wedding -it rained, but Tiffany and Betsy were ready and prepared even when I wasn't. Everyone on the team is kind, professional, and highly skilled. I can't recommend Mike and his team enough!!!

ring his craft with ALL and ensuring everyone feels beautiful in their own skin. Mike's gift of using photography to tell stories is just out of this world. He was born to gift this world with his talent. He handled all of our engagement and wedding photography without missing a beat ... and I'm talking different weather, lightening, and outfit changes. On top of it all he is a very caring person. We are an interracial couple and his photography captured both of our unique attributes beautifully. Thank you is not enough to capture how grateful we are. Everyone asks us who is your photographer. If you want photographs that will last beyond your time on this earth, hire Mike. You will not be disappointed. He is a true professional in EVERY aspect. Oh and you'll get sneak peaks like the ones attached to this review less than 24 hours later! Who does that? Mike does. Get yourself the best - and that's Mike, Tiffany and the entire team! With love and gratitude, Emily & Chris

m the start Mike was easy to speak to and understood our vision - stunning/classy and not white wished like so many, that captured our personalities and the love we have for each. In the engagement photos, he captured everything we wanted and helped us loosen up. In our wedding photos he absolutely NAILED our vision and was legit a delight to have at the wedding. I wish He was able to party with us all nice. He got along with all of our friends and family, was insanely professional throughout the entire night, knew exactly what we wanted, made sure we were comfortable with what he and his team were doing. Mike truly felt like family during his time with us. I can Say he is now a lifelong friend and will be our go to photographer for life! After the wedding, Mike sent us the previews literally within 24 hours which is amazing. His excitement in editing them was palpable as well and the photos turned out outstanding. My husband and I gushed Over them for weeks until we got our massive album of the final and full set of photos from the Mike. And again they were incredible. They captured every aspect of the wedding we wanted, right down to a shot of my husband feeding me a much anticipated chicken & waffle cone h’ors derve which may be a small moment but the photo captured so much more than the eye can see and Mike did that! The photos were pure magic and exactly what we wanted and why we picked Mike. They are photos we can hang on our walls and show our kids one day that are not cheesy average wedding photos, but they are gorgeous dramatic pieces of artwork that we will be proud to say were by the most talented photographer. If you are looking for a photographer, pick Mike period. Stop searching and reach out to him immediately. You, your family, your friends and your future selves will thank you immensely.

for nature-based backgrounds to make sure we had the best possible photos. We got lots of compliments from guests too about how he and his team interacted with them. Definitely recommend him!

ery good. Highly recommend and would book for other events! Thank you so much for being so awesome to work with!

e not photogenic people nor do we like having our pictures taken. Mike made us feel comfortable and beautiful. We were having so much fun we forgot about the camera! Beyond the photos, their professionalism is top notch. They were always quick to respond and answered ALL of my silly questions. Thank you again for helping us make visual memories that will last a lifetime.

incredibly creative and fun to work with.  He can work with any lighting and wasn't intimidated at all by our incredibly dark venue and made sure to share full albums with us of other dark venues he had shot at to make sure we were comfortable before booking.  Our videographer "whooped" in excitement when he found out Mike was our photographer because he is wonderful to work with and is so talented.  In our engagement photos, Mike expertly captured the most beautiful golden hour moments with the sun setting behind us.  On our wedding day he realized the angle of the venue and woods would prevent us from getting any of the sun set SO HE MADE HIS OWN SUN WITH A BULB (seriously, he had his assistant standing in a bush with a bulb and you would never know from looking at the picture)!  I tell everyone that Mike is a magician and I mean it.  In addition to being a master of his art, he is also just a great person to spend the day with and you NEED that on your wedding day!  Mike also gives the best posing direction.  I looked at his albums and thought, "okay these people are models, I won't look like that but it'll still be great" but every time he showed me previews of the pictures I was blown away that we looked like models too!  Lastly, I had a pretty loud, rambunctious, exuberant, and large (8) bridal party and Mike handled us with the perfect amount of playfulness and assertiveness to make sure it was a blast for everyone, but we got the shots we wanted!  I was worried we would be too much but Mike has seen it all! I can't recommend Mike and his team highly enough.

e and was just 20 out of 10 amazing. Do not hesitate to book him and his team - they will do everything in their power to capture the memories of your special day in a way that is thoughtful and stunning.

f photography, he really listened to what we wanted for our winter wedding and captured it perfectly. Every question we had along the way Mike did a fantastic job answering and really made the process easy and fun! I highly recommend him and his team to everyone!

spoke with me multiple times working within my budget, and figuring out my vision for the wedding. This man has a patience of an angel. We did an engagement shoot with him first and the pictures blew us away, he is a perfectionist with a vision and his work really shows that. During the stressful wedding day he again was very patient and got all of the pictures I requested and more. The pictures turned out AMAZING and he got them to us 6 days after the wedding. Do not hesitate and book Mike and his team, his work is truly incredible.

ar the most professional, most personable wedding vendors to work with. His communication was consistent and clear from our first inquiry, and after our engagement session we felt as if we were old friends and couldn’t wait to see him again for our wedding. Mike & his team were a peaceful presence on our wedding day, perfectly navigating family dynamics while keeping us all smiling and on schedule. His portraits captured so much of my husband and I’s love & playfulness, and he immortalized so many precious & fun moments throughout our day— moments that we would never have seen without these photos! There are not enough words of praise for Mike and his captivating photographs really speak for themselves. We cannot wait to pass these photos down in our family for many years to come, as there is no doubt these timeless images will one day become heirlooms to our children and grandchildren.

moments that they were able to capture through out our entire wedding. They surpassed just being a photographer.. they helped ensure we followed our timeline and Tiffany even helped me put on my earring and restyle my hair half way through the reception!!! Could not be happier we went we them for our wedding day and engagement photos!

ked him just about 2 years before our wedding date. Throughout the planning process he was helpful, professional and engaged in getting to know us as a couple. When we did our engagement shoot, we were blown away the photographs but were also impressed by how much fun it was to work with Mike and his team. We felt like we just clicked with him. Leading up to the wedding he made us feel so confident in his organization and timeline for the day. On our wedding day, he helped us to laugh and enjoy the day. Having him being so focused on us allowed us to focus on each other and our guests. We will always recommend Mike, not only for his exceptional photography skills but also because he is a wonderful person.

ld not be happier. We went with Mike & his team because of their professionalism, knowledge, and the natural look and feel of the photos. Could not be happier with the results!

lways so prompt at answering any questions I had and helping to make the whole experience less daunting. His second photographer Tiffany and their assistant Betsy were amazing on our wedding day...everyone was so personable yet professional throughout the day. And their work speaks for itself. Mike sent us teaser photos the very next morning after our wedding and we were blown away. The passion him and his team have for what they do is unmatched. I am so glad I decided to go with Mike Zawadzki for our big day. I can’t wait to cherish these photos for years to come.

19 and he was very accommodating when we had to move our date twice due to Covid. Additionally, my husband I are very awkward in front of the camera and Mike was able to help us loosen up! I love his style of photography. I't so unique and artfully done without being cheesy or over the top! Book Mike Zawadski!

d simply, go above and beyond. You can tell they love what they do and they do whatever it takes to get the shot. ( I saw Tiffany get hip-checked on the dance floor, go flying across the room, and kept going.) Mike is a pleasure to work with, even before the event, he was always communicative, easy to talk to, caring, and he followed up/stayed on top of it. He has so much experience with different settings and venues, he is always prepared and showed us some cool camera tricks. He also makes sure you feel comfortable and said some nice kind words to our guests, they were beaming in the photos. Did I mention, we also had our dog with us for the engagement shoot and ceremony? lol took a village but we got the most perfect photos of him actually looking at the camera.

e outcome! Mike was patient, funny and kind, making both my husband and I instantly comfortable in front of the camera. Watching Mike set up scenes, and find the perfect lighting for each shot, was like watching live-action art direction before my very eyes! I would 1000000% use Mike and his team again to photograph any special occasion in the future! 10/10 would recommend!

le. He is able to capture real, raw moments that tell a captivating story. He was, by far, the easiest vendor to communicate with during our planning process especially after having to postpone our wedding due to Covid-19. We received amazing, magazine quality previews the NEXT DAY. We are in love with every single photo in our album. The color and quality is unlike anything else we've seen. We are so glad we chose Mike Zawadzki Photography – BEST PHOTOGRAPHER EVER! Thank you for capturing our memories and bringing our vision to life!

pros. I would highly recommend them!

our photographer. He and his assistant Tiffany created such beautiful images that we will look back on for the rest of our lives.