Journalistic Photography Studio
$3,500 starting price
Philadelphia - New Jersey - New York and Destination!
Travels up to 2000 miles See details
Nik & Dona Morina
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Philadelphia & New York Wedding and Engagement Photography Studio is a group of creative misfits obsessed with storytelling and having a damn good time. You can't be bored with us because we will rejoice, cry, party with your friends, and be family before the ceremony begins! We are known for breaking the barriers of client and vendor relationships and knowing our couples so well they can be present and enjoy their wedding celebration! We are a wedding photography and film studio focused on capturing epic portraits and raw, candid emotions for our amazing couples.
Services Offered
Morina Photography is pleased to travel worldwide to capture beautiful couples of love stories. Their style is a blend of fashion, editorial, and journalistic. High-resolution finished products can be collected as digital files or as prints. There are also various other options available with their bespoke packages. Nik and David would be pleased to work with any couple, helping them create keepsakes they will cherish for a lifetime.
We offer two main ways of photography collections. Modern wedding collections as well as Intimate & Elopement wedding collections.
Prices & packages
Couples usually spend $5,500
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Details
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Film Photography
Online Proofing
Photo
Printed Enlargements
Printed Proofs
Same-Day Edits
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
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Meet the team
Nik & Dona Morina
Owner
With years of experience, we've discovered the magic of capturing raw, intimate moments over orchestrated portraits. These candid, unscripted moments resonate deeply with our couples, inspiring our photojournalistic approach. We celebrate the unique joy and authenticity each couple brings, creating enduring, evocative images that truly stand the test of time. Our passion? Capturing the real, beautiful you in love.
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5.0
out of 5.063 reviews
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Morina Photography at Hotel Monaco in Philadelphia received high praise for their exceptional service, professionalism, and stunning wedding photography results. Reviewers highlighted the seamless planning process, personalized approach, and talented photography team that captured meaningful moments with creativity and authenticity. The team's attention to detail, ability to make couples feel at ease, and quick turnaround time for delivering high-quality images were all commended. Overall, Morina Photography was highly recommended for their remarkable work in capturing weddings and providing a memorable experience.Review photos
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Gabriella M
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5.0
9/13/2024
Nik is a true professional! The wedding day gets very hectic and photography drives most of your timeline, but Nik and his team made everything run super smooth. He had the day down like clock work and followed me throughout the entire day. I provided him a Pinterest mood board before the big day and it really showed he studied the board to get the shots I wanted. The quality of work is also 10/10!!! Nik takes awesome and unique photos and has a great eye. I totally recommend the film add on because I find it so talented and amazing he got some film photos! Nik had like 5 different cameras, it was crazy! Also, the timeliness was impeccable. Nik's team delivered my full wedding album in less than 3 weeks. He also provided me two previews within the first week! Thank you so much Nik!!
response 09/13/2024
Thank you so much Gabriella! It was a pleasure and a blast photographing your special day!...
Alyson K
5.0
4/05/2025
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Morina Photography for our wedding at Hotel Monaco in Philadelphia on March 22, 2025, and we couldn’t be happier with our experience. From the very beginning, Nik made the planning process seamless and personalized. He sent us a detailed survey weeks before the wedding to make sure he was aware of the events, special moments, and important guests we wanted captured. We also had a Zoom call with him to go over everything again, which really gave us peace of mind that we were all on the same page.
On the day of the wedding, Nik and his second photographer, David, arrived at the bridal suite right on time. They started capturing the getting-ready process, from candid moments with the bridal party to meaningful shots of Alyson getting into her dress. Most importantly, they didn’t forget about one of the VIPs of the day—our dog, Lily Rose! Nik was incredibly organized, professional, and helped keep us on schedule without making us feel rushed.
When it came time for the first look, David stayed with Jared while Nik was with Alyson, and they walked us through exactly what to expect. We took our portraits just across the street from the venue, which was not only convenient but resulted in some truly beautiful backdrops. Though we’ve only seen a preview so far, we can already tell the photos are going to be absolutely stunning.
During the ceremony and reception, Nik and David were like photography ninjas—present and capturing everything, yet never intrusive. We honestly barely noticed they were there, which let us be in the moment, but they were also great about pulling together family and friends for group photos throughout the evening.
We’re so excited to see the full gallery, but we already know Nik captured moments we’ll cherish for a lifetime. If you’re looking for a professional, detail-oriented, and incredibly talented wedding photographer, we can’t recommend Morina Photography enough.
– Alyson & Jared
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Simone R
5.0
3/01/2024
Nik & Dona are insanely talented and so pleasant to work with. Everyone is OBSESSED with our photos - they are truly magnificent. As someone who is not comfortable in front of the camera, they put me at ease and captured a perfect mix of candids and editorial moments. You will not regret selecting them as your photographers for your special day!
Amber D
5.0
10/25/2023
Nik, Dona, and Blaze were absolutely fantastic to work with! They captured beautiful moments from our wedding. They are wonderful at what they do! If you want breathtaking pictures that truly capture the essence of your love story - you NEED this team! They are very professional and great at communicating leading up to the big day. I cannot wait to receive our photos. They also post on their blog a few days after your wedding so you get a sneak peak of what’s to come!
Erin K
5.0
8/21/2023
I’ve always struggled with liking wedding photography, and honestly the vibe of weddings in general. They’ve always felt too stuffy, staged, and formal to me. When I was initially looking for a wedding photographer, it was important to me to find someone who understood my perspective, while also comfortable capturing the typical family portraits etc.
From Day 1 of meeting, I knew Dona & Nik was the move. The pictures they captured are incredible—legit total magazine vibes. They are so creative and Jack and I had an absolute BLAST working with them. Running around taking photos was a core wedding highlight to me. I felt like I had my good friends along for the day, laughing with us and capturing the absolute best moments. Not only are they photographers, Dona & Nik literally sewed my broken dress back together twice, let me borrow lip gloss, sunglasses, helped me get out of fountain sopping wet… I could go on about how fab this duo is. If you are looking for a wedding photography, these are your people. I still get compliments anytime our wedding is brought up about how beautiful the photos are. Cheers to Dona & Nik!!!
Arianna Y
5.0
4/29/2023
Wow - where do we begin with reviewing Morina Photography? It’s hard to capture in a review but to put it simply, WE LOVED THEM and you should book them! Nik, Dona, and David are the greatest photographers and are also wonderful people. We booked their most full package and are SO happy we did so we can have as many photos as we can from these talented photographers. We started with our engagement shoot with them which was so fun to get to know them and their style and also get comfortable posing in front of the camera. We loved all of those photos and used them for our wedding website and save the dates. We also are so glad we added the photobooth with printing! They do an amazing job of managing it and our guests had so much fun taking photos and bringing them home. Their full photography package is incredible value and I would recommend that to everyone!
If I had to describe their photography in a word, it would be “authentic.” They capture moments and emotions and our photos really tell the story of our wedding. When we look at the pictures, it’s exactly as we remember the day and we feel so lucky that our photographers were able to really capture those memories for a lifetime. They are kind and disarming and their presence put us at ease. They are silly and don’t take themselves too seriously which makes the sometimes awkward process of taking posed photos fun. They are artistic and capture such interesting shots. They are sneaky and able to get great photos without being intrusive or make the guests feel like they are being watched. Morina Photography was everything we hoped for from wedding photographers and so much more.
Jillian P
5.0
3/01/2023
Wedding planning is unbelievably stressful and for us, picking the right photographer was probably one of the harder parts.
I wanted someone who was going to be able to capture the moments that would fade from memory as time went on, and Nik and Dona were really the only people who (from the start) were receptive to that and understood what that meant. They obviously know how to take beautiful portraits and pretty candids, but what they have that is so unique is the ability to notice the things that would've otherwise slipped through the cracks- the hysterical laughing of our guests when my sister told a fantastic joke during her speech, my bridesmaids running around frantically in the morning getting everything set up, my grandpa kissing my grandma at the end of the anniversary dance (in celebration of their 53 years of marriage)...
I truly think our wedding day would not have been the same without them and it's clear how hard they worked and how much they cared about delivering for us. I'm only sharing a few photos because they are quite near and dear to my heart, but I will vouch for Morina Photography for the rest of my life <3
Side note: the photo booth was so much fun! Get that addition!
Magge H
5.0
1/23/2023
Dona & Nik gave us the most beautiful memories of our wedding. They were the only photographers we reached out to because we immediately fell in love with their unique, candid style. In all their pictures you could see the unfiltered joy and love on each subject's face. During the day of the wedding, we never felt burdened by the photos. Dona & Nik floated through the party almost without being noticed and captured every moment: big & small. They were quick to response and so easy to work with. They spent time getting to know us both as a couple and as individuals. We are so grateful for them for giving us physical memories of our family and friends that we will treasure forever.
Megan P
5.0
1/11/2023
Having Nik and Dona be a part of our Wedding was one of the best decisions we could have made. From start to finish they were nothing but friendly, patient, kind, creative, and incredibly professional.
From our low-key, neighborhood-centric engagement shoot to our Center City reception, they were able to capture our vision while also helping us feel comfortable.
They were such genuine, down-to-earth people and we were so lucky to have them as part of our day!
Kevin H
5.0
1/02/2023
I found Nik when looking for a photographer for our engagement in Philadelphia in February 2021. Him and Dona were very responsive and made us feel at ease when it came to the big moment. They did a phenomenal job and we knew we did not want anyone else capturing our special moments. We worked with them for our micro wedding in February 2022 and larger reception in November 2022. Aside from the incredible quality of the photos, they are extremely responsive and easy to work with. His vision is executed perfectly while taking into account our requests and comfort zones. We have been very lucky to work with Nik and Dona on three occasions now and would unquestionably recommend them to anyone. They are lovely people and will provide you with the best memories of your special occasion that you could ever dream of.
McKenzie B
5.0
12/22/2022
I can not recommend Morina photography enough! Their package includes everything you could need and the value is incredible! Our guests raved about the Photo Booth and how fun it was. Nik and Donas work stands out among all photographers in the Philadelphia area. They were easy to work with and someone I would definitely use again in the future!
Samantha A
5.0
6/23/2022
Nik and Dona are absolutely amazing photographers and people. Our wedding photos are perfect!
Lexi L
5.0
5/09/2022
I am soooo happy we went with Morina. They went above and beyond to make sure we got amazing photos. David is so creative and even though I haven’t even seen the photos yet, I know they’re going to be amazing and blow my mind. If you’re not working with David or Nic, why even have a wedding?
Aria A
5.0
2/08/2022
Nik and his team truly take the time to get to know you as a couple before developing a photography plan. He becomes part of your day, in a way that is helpful and creative. The photos he captured are creative, unique, and artistically special. He made sure to capture all of the special moments, unique details, and excitement. He is super easy and friendly to communicate with and will answer any of your questions in a timely manner (take it from me, someone who asked him about 50 questions per week)!
Andrew H
5.0
1/21/2022
Nik Morina is an absolute genius and is wonderful to work with. We had the best time connecting with Nik on our vision for the photos and he guides you every step of the way. Our wedding pictures ran smoothly and I must say are jaw dropping. These photos are something Evan and I will treasure for the rest of our lives because they’re absolutely brilliant and beautiful. Morina Photograhphy was worth every penny, and through the process I can say Nik became a friend.
Kristen K
5.0
1/11/2022
We were so happy with Morina Photography! From the first meeting with Nik to our rehearsal dinner with David to our wedding day with David & Roc to the final editing by Nik, everything was truly seamless. They were calm, flexible, passionate, creative and funny. They worked quietly behind the scenes to make sure we got all the candid shots that we wanted and they were so patient during family & couple portraits. They were just a pleasure to spend the day in NYC with! Our final photos turned out amazing, we can't wait to frame them in our home.
Diana K
5.0
10/26/2021
I could go on and on about how amazing Nik is, it’s quite hard to sum it up briefly. But one of the most incredibly things about him is that he truly has a sixth sense for well composed photos. We learned quickly just to trust him and the process, and that the final photos would be so far beyond what we were expecting. He is able to effortlessly capture every single moment worth remembering, with the emotions of the moment just pouring out from the frame. And he also isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and put himself in the thick of it! He was right there with us on the dance floor and captured some of the most vibrant dancing photos I have ever seen. We cannot recommend him enough, I wish I could give more than 5 stars because that’s what Nik is - a top tier photographer with a gift for creative composition that will wow you beyond belief.
Diana A
5.0
10/13/2021
The most important thing to us when we were booking vendors and planning our wedding was finding the right photographer. Thank goodness we found Nik! Nik and his team's incredible talent, professionalism, and creativity captured our wedding day perfectly. We can't thank them enough!! They have given us the most beautiful pictures that we will cherish for the rest of our lives.
Tina H
5.0
10/11/2021
Nik and his team were absolutely incredible from beginning to end!! They were our favorite vendor of our wedding - Nik not only has an incredible eye for unique shots, but he captures the emotions of the experience so well for us to relive it. And most importantly, his passion for his work translates into his super fun spirit - having us pause at an ice cream truck to capture a few moments or using some popcorn to turn our wedding photoshoot into a spontaneous moment of laughs. His team was also wonderful - Dona and David, who was so excited to direct us to capture some shots, which we loved. Professional, great communication, and such a kind and genuine person to work with. Would HIGHLY recommend and hope many future couples are able to work with him!!! Thank you Nik, Dona, and David!!
Alison R
5.0
10/14/2020
Nik and his entire team were amazing on our wedding day! They give you the best of both worlds: the beautiful/traditional portraits with your new parter and family, but also the almost journalistic approach he takes produces AWESOME candids. The best photos from our day are the ones Nik was able to capture without even knowing he was there taking the photos. The whole team became part of the party and Toni even put on some music and had a pre walk down the isle dance party with me.
Not only will you get the best photos, but nik and team give the best experience. Thanks guys!
Simone T
5.0
10/14/2020
If you are looking for the perfect photographer for your wedding, look no further. We took one look at Nik Morina’s work and knew we had to have him for our wedding. Nik took the time to get to know us and what we wanted before our wedding. When the day came it was just like having a friend take your pictures, he made it so effortless. He and his assistant Toni went above and beyond to get gorgeous photos. Nik is so creative and got some really unique shots. We are so thankful to be able to have such stunning pictures to look back on and cherish for the rest of our lives. You won’t be disappointed with the quality of work, the professionalism, and the ease of working with Nik and his team!
Katelyn S
5.0
10/14/2020
Nik was the spunky, fun and focused photographer my husband and I were looking for! He created beautiful artwork out of every photo he took. Talented is an understatement. He did what he needed to do to get the best shot. I would choose Nik and his team a million times over!!
Chelsea M
5.0
9/08/2020
Nik and David are THE BEST! I knew instantly by their portfolio their aesthetic matched the vibe we wanted for our wedding. We changed plans a few times, due to the current pandemic and ended up having a small gathering in our backyard. Nik was more than accommodating to all the changes. Day of they captured all the small details while bringing a calming presence and was in no way intrusive to all the other happenings. The photos are breathtaking and captured the spirit of our laid-back day while also having a pristine "vogue" vibe. Throughout the day Nik pulled us a few times to do some fun shots that were totally his idea. You can definitely sense his creativity and want for some cool/different photos. Something we loved about the day! Look no further than Morina Photography for your special day!
LAURA H
5.0
5/30/2020
Nik and his team at Morina Photography are AMAZING!!! Look no further than them for any of your photo-worthy moments in life. I chose Morina Photography for my rehearsal dinner and wedding. I met Nik for the first time in person on the night of my rehearsal dinner and the second I met him, he felt like family. He understands the dynamics of the people he is photographing without meeting them and makes everyone at ease like he isn't even there. On my wedding day, I had more fun during my photo sessions with Nik than I probably did at my own wedding! He is a beautiful soul, a beyond-talented artist, fun, lovable, and I could go on and on. I also told him within one hour of meeting him that I was absolutely in love with him! On top of that, his team is incredible- extremely helpful, responsive, personable and just wonderful. Everyone involved with my wedding and photo sessions with Nik agrees that his team is very special. If this review does not help you pick Morina photography, then I do not know what will!
Julia S
5.0
4/24/2020
Morina Photography was the absolute best! I wasn't thrilled with my videographer that we had picked and thanks to Morina Photohraphy's pictures, you can see the whole day in image! His team made you feel so comfortable from start to finish. His artistic eye is like no other! He captured every emotion and all the love in the room. I would 1000000% recommend him for any of my friends getting married.
Alison R
5.0
2/23/2020
Nik, Toni and the rest of the Mornia photography team was amazing. Not only do they do amazing work, but they are probably the nicest team to be around. They were able to capture all the little moments candidly instead of just the posed shots. There were pictures that we had no idea the camera was ever there. We were even able to get some awesome night time portraits of my husband and I. Nik was accessible through out the process and took care to get our photos back to us.
Cameron M
5.0
10/20/2019
We think that Nik and David were absolutely incredible. They had an artistic vision that we appreciated, executed on our plan, and made us feel comfortable through and through. I can't recommend Morina Photography enough.
Liz P
5.0
10/11/2019
Where to begin?! Nik and his team were an absolute pleasure to work with. Not only were they reliable, professional and SO talented- they were fun to be around! Nik made us feel comfortable and ensured to get all the shots we requested along with so many candids that we will treasure forever! He is very creative and thoughtful in his photography style and captured so many sweet moments from our wedding day. I can not say enough about Nik and his team, we are so thankful to have had them capture the best day of our lives. Morina Photography exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend you booking them for your wedding!!
Danielle R
5.0
9/03/2019
Nik, David, and Roosevelt are the absolute best -- their work is flawless, they're so talented, and, even better, they are an absolute joy to be around. Nik instantly put us at ease at our first meeting - he was super prepared, easy to get along with, and honest and straightforward with his recommendations. We were a little nervous at our engagement shoot, but it was amazing - Nik kept us laughing the whole time. Nik truly goes above and beyond -- a few days before our wedding, he met us at the venue because I was overwhelmed with all the lighting options and didn't know what would photograph best. Nik and David not only helped us pick the perfect lighting for the whole night but also spent time exploring the venue to make sure they had the best spots to capture every moment. On our wedding day, Nik, David and Roosevelt were absolutely incredible, suggesting fun shots, keeping the energy up, and somehow capturing every tiny moment without being intrusive -- they even had a playlist while we were getting ready and in between shots! Their work speaks for itself -- beautiful, authentic, vibrant, and candid. Our friends and family couldn't stop talking about how much they loved Nik and his team. They've recently added videography to their portfolio and it is a MUST. So many wedding videos are really corny, not Roosevelt's -- the videos really capture the spirit of our wedding! RUN, don't walk, to Morina Photography -- the absolute best decision you can make. Thank you so much to Nik, David, and Roosevelt!!
Lindsay G
5.0
5/27/2019
Nik was amazing. From the moment we met him at a coffee shop the first time we knew we’d mesh so well. We were planning our engagement session and asked him where he’s always wanted to do a photo shoot. He said Devils Pool in Wissahickon Valley Park and we said yes let’s do it! The photos turned out amazing. It was only our second time meeting Nik but we ventured out on a 10 minute hike right after the sunset using our phone flashlights to guide us. It was so worth it. He had such an amazing eye for what he wanted to capture and edited the photos so beautifully. Fast forward to our wedding day. From the moment he showed up at our hotel room to start shooting for the day he began picking up props and playing with fun angles. You can tell he really loves what he does. He was able to capture our love so perfectly and authentically without any force whatsoever. We were having a great day like we were the only two people in the world and Nik was there to document everything as it went along. We even got to relive our wedding day over and over again after some wawa photos went viral on social media. His skills are unmatched and not to mention he’s a hard worker who truly loves what he does. Do yourself a favor and hire Nik Morina. You will he so happy you did. Thank you so much Nik for everything and capturing our beautiful little moments of in between on the best day of our lives.
-Lindsay & Eli
Autumn T
5.0
1/05/2019
All I have to say is get yourself a photographer who can get on the wet, rainy ground to take a picture of a puddle to get the right angle for you and your husband's reflection!! It was absolutely incredible to see what Nik can do with a puddle on the ground! Nik and his wingman David were amazing and so wonderful to work with! We can not say enough good things about their photography skills and artistic abilities. With Nik as your photographer, you will noticed that your photos will stand out above all the rest. Nik has such a unique photography eye and we HIGHLY appreciated that for our big day! Through Nik's photos, we are able to relive our special day over and over and over again. :) Thank you Nik and David!!
Katrina G
5.0
10/15/2018
We can't say enough positive things about Nik and his crew. They were absolutely amazing - as professionals, masters of their craft and true artists. My husband and I love photography, and knew we wanted someone special. Nik and team blew it out of the water. They found amazing ways to capture us, and particularly the spaces and people that were a part of our wedding. What's more, we had a last-minute transportation issue, and they ended up driving us to two locations! We highly recommend Morina Photography, and are so excited to see the final product. If the initial blog is any indicator, we're going to be blown away by the final product for sure.
response 10/15/2018
Hi Katrina,
Thank you so much for having us document your day. It was such a pleasure to...
be part of your family for the day and get to capture so many amazing personalities and moments.
Amanda C
5.0
10/13/2018
Nik Morina and his team are absolutely INCREDIBLE. They captured my sister’s wedding first and did such a remarkable job that we needed them back for our wedding! Nik turned simple scenery into such a creative shot that I would have never imagined. The way he puts these photos together is truly one of a kind. Every single moment of our day was captured, and we couldn’t be more thankful to be able to look back on them. Besides his amazing talent, Nik is such a warm, friendly person that everyone enjoyed getting to know. For the second time around, my family was thrilled with the results of our wedding photos. THANK YOU! There is no other option but Nik Morina Photography!!!
response 10/15/2018
Best Family ever!!!
Thank you for having us back to document your wedding celebration. Al...
ways so fun to see all the familiar faces and to be able to capture some kick-a** moments and portraits. Lots of love from us here at Morina Photography
Sarah M
5.0
9/16/2018
Nik and Morina Photography were INCREDIBLE! We hired Nik to capture our wedding day, and we feel so lucky to have had him on our special day. After our initial conversation with him, we knew we needed to book him right away. Nik is extremely personable, genuine, insanely creative, and so easy to work with. Nik has such a unique, artistic perspective which made our photos feel so personal and special. Nik and his team are truly amazing people. Even our wedding guests were raving about how much fun he was and how comfortable he made everyone feel. We recommend Morina Photography hands down, and are so appreciative for his beautiful work.
Jessica J
5.0
9/09/2018
My husband and I met up with Nik several times before our wedding and just fell in love with him as well as his photography. He even visited the venue and first look locations with us so he could see it before hand. Nik made us feel comfortable and he felt like part of our family on our special day. We received a sneak peek blog in less than a week with dozens of pictures and received our official pictures in less than two months. His creativity and eye for the perfect shot make him a win-win! Everything you’d want in a wedding photographer - competitive prices, showed up early, brought two assistants, helped with my shoes and dress, expert boutonniere pinner, warm and friendly demeanor, AMAZING photographer and just an all around great guy. Would recommend Nik to anybody I know getting married.
Lieu T
5.0
9/07/2018
Exactly who we were looking for. We received many compliments on our pictures - we had friends and family stunned viewing our photos. Overall, Nik’s work exceeded our expectation.
Starting off the process, we knew we wanted unforgettable pictures of our special day (days in this case). We met Nik and provided him our idea to have a small Vietnamese tea ceremony in my hometown and do a destination photoshoot in Rome. As crazy as the idea was, the timing worked out perfectly for us. We clicked so well that we locked him in the first day.
Nik was very accommodating and very prompt with communication. There was never a moment of awkwardness during our photoshoots with Nik and his team. He actually made it a really fun and casual day for us during our photoshoot in Rome.
We HIGHLY recommmed Nik. We would definitely find a reason to do this again (anniversary/family celebration) for the future!
Meghan W
5.0
9/03/2018
Morina Photography was so great to work with from Day 1! We met Nik for coffee and were able to ask him all of our questions and quickly felt sure that he would a great job. Nik was so thorough, organized, and professional. Of all that goes into wedding planning, the photography caused us the least amount of stress because we really trusted Nik. The day of Nik, his 2nd photographer Dave, and their team showed up early and were all set up by the time we got to the venue. They was able to capture all of the shots we wanted and much more in a timely manner including all of the family photos. Our guests commented on how hard the photography team worked. Our photos turned out better than we could have possibly expected and we have already recommended Morina Photography to many of our friends!
response 09/03/2018
Thank you so much! We had a blast photographing you and Jamie. Thank you for recommending ...
us to your friends!
Alexandra C
5.0
8/31/2018
I would highly recommend Nik and his associates as a photographer for any event. We recently had him as our wedding photographer, and he did an outstanding job. He stands apart from all other photographers because he takes the time to get to know his clients and do his best to meet their needs and desires. His photographs are stunning, and he is easy to work with. Outstanding all around!
response 09/03/2018
Thank you Alexandra! It was such a pleasure to be part of your wedding day and capture suc...
h a beautiful wedding.
Mark K
5.0
7/22/2018
Nik was very excited to work with us and worked hard not only to get us what we wanted but also to find great pictures we couldn’t have imagined. He was very involved with us step-by-step, but never did anything to add stress to our big day. We would definitely suggest him and his team to anyone needing photography services for their special day.
JILL A
5.0
6/15/2018
We looked high and low for every vendor that we used for our big day. For most vendors, we did multiple interviews and had to make a lot of tough decisions. We didn't have to do this with Nik Morina. He is a master of his craft and simply put, the best photographer we could've asked for. What really sold us was his creative photography abilities and his very warm personality. Having a lot of anxiety myself, I was afraid of being photo shy. I felt completely at ease the whole day and we ended up with really beautiful shots. If you look through his site, you'll see a lot of really creative and unique photos specific to each person's day. He's able to look at your venue through a very unique lens and come up with something just for you. He was very attentive and showed up to the venue early to scout out a place that would be dry in the event of rain. It really meant a lot to not have to worry about details like that knowing that you're working with a professional that cares. It was very important to us to find an amazing photographer to document this day so that we'll have memories that will last a lifetime. Our expectations were surpassed and I am recommending him to everyone that I know for future events!
Sarah H
5.0
6/10/2018
NIK! Nik was THE best. We've only seen a few selects of the photos from our day and already I am blown away. And yes, the photos are stunning, but Nik was a joy to have around, made us comfortable, made us laugh and cry, and looked stylish as hell doing it. He showed up early to scout our venue, but not just that, he literally was a superhero. When we couldn't find music, he played it from his phone. When my mom couldn't button my dress, he took over. When my keds were untied halfway through the night, he tied the laces for me. Nik is funny, charming, and so so talented. His day-of team has also delightful, and very helpful. Nik's right-hand man David was great with my husband, capturing all the little details I couldn't be there to see, and making him feel extremely confident and comfortable. I can't wait to see the rest of the photos from the day!!! Loved them SO much. Thanks Nik!
Jessica D
5.0
1/22/2018
Nik is absolutely amazing! He truly made our wedding day spectacular! His work is incredible and so unique. We are already recommending him to future couples! You won't be disappointed!
response 01/22/2018
Thank you Jess, It was such a pleasure :D
Maura S
5.0
10/28/2017
When we first were interviewing photographers for our wedding, we were most impressed with Nik. He showed us a couple of portfolios and after we scanned through a few of them we felt like got to know each couple in the photos and their personality just by what Nik had captured. Nik was amazing from start to finish. He is so personable and gifted. He truly has a talent for visualizing scenery or capturing special moments. On our wedding day we were a little short with time for pictures but I was in awe of how he quickly and diligently thought out each shot and came up with amazing pictures for our wedding day. You can get any photographer to take a bunch of staged photos but If you hire Nik you will truly get works of art. He is clearly passionate about his work which shows through his pictures.
Deana M
5.0
10/17/2017
I don't know where to begin...Nik exceeded all of our expectations! From the moment we met with him to the very last picture, Nik was nothing short of amazing! The first time we met with Nik, we knew right away he was our photographer. He is very talented, creative and down to earth! We just received our pictures and they are absolutely breathtaking! Nik captured our day beautifully from beginning to end! He went above and beyond to make sure every shot was perfect! We can't thank Nik enough for his amazing work and look forward to working with him in the future!
response 10/18/2017
Thank You Deana, :D It was an awesome wedding. So many mesmerizing moments. Thank you for...
having us be part of your day and capture amazing shoot.
Mariesa M
5.0
10/13/2017
Nik is amazing ! After reviewing all his work and then meeting with him, I knew he was the person I wanted to capture my wedding.
The day of my wedding came, and a soon as Nik got there he jumped right in and started shooting. He made sure to get every smile and every tear that my family and friends had. After the wedding, he was able to provide me a few photos to share. I was so excited and couldn’t wait to get the rest. Once I got the rest of my photos, I couldn’t believe it ! The photos and the quality of work that he provided was worth every penny!
response 10/18/2017
Awww, thank you Mariesa. What a party amazing, and the sunset rooftop at Normandy Farm was...
epic. Thank you for trusting us to capture your day.
Livia M
5.0
9/26/2017
I can't even begin to explain how good Nik is! We knew from our first meeting that we had to select him as our photographer.
His work is unique and completely different from the standard wedding pictures we see all over Wedding websites.
I feel like most wedding pictures are the same just with different Brides and Grooms. We wanted non boring, fun and colorful pictures. From our snowy engagement photo session to our summer, bright wedding, Nik went above and beyond. I mean, seriously, you don't see a photographer in the middle of the session, roll his paints up, put on water shoes and go into the river looking for the perfect angle!
I loved our pictures so much, my only regret is not having enough time for more and more pictures (even though we had 859 of them)!
We more than recommend Nik, not only for wedding pictures but engagement, fashion work, magazines, etc. He is phenomenal!
response 10/18/2017
Braziliera, Braziliera that is all I think about when i look at the pictures. Who would ha...
ve thought that the end of March would bring a snow storm just in time for our engagement session, we waited for the perfect storm and boy did it payoff big time. Capturing your wedding cerebration was a blast, getting to witness and capture those amazing
Brazilian dances was epic. Thank you for the kind words and having us be part of your love story.
Evisa B
5.0
9/20/2017
Nik was referred to us by our videographer who said “Nik is absolutely the best”. We instantly looked him up online and fell in love with his work. The day of our wedding was very hot, Nik asked us to wait in the bridal suite while he and his team quickly set up where we were going to take photos. Once they were ready, the photos were quickly taken from one location to the next and Nik and his team were on the same page and the photos turned out absolutely beautiful. Nik made sure my dress was laying correctly on every pose and everyone noticed his effort to ensure every detail was just right. Our last photo of the night was captured in the rain and everyone that witnessed that photo was amazed that he was able to capture such a moment. What we love most about Nik’s work is that he knows how to captures emotions, priceless moments and the color of the photos is absolutely stunning. Nik is absolutely the BEST!
Evisa and Greg
June 30, 2017
response 10/18/2017
Indeed it was one of the hottest day of the season. Thanks to the amazing suite at Holly H...
edge and the beautiful grounds there was plenty to create artistic shoots. And who would have thought we would end the night with a refreshing rain cooling us down and having the chance to take one more epic rain photo.
Thank you Evisa and Greg for having us. It was truly a pleasure.
Erin L
5.0
9/06/2017
Nik was an absolute pleasure to work with. From our first meeting, we could tell he was hard working, knowledgeable, talented and charming...and he proved it time and again throughout the relationship. He and his associate were both exceedingly professional on the day of the wedding - scouting locations, handling large family portraits, and generally working so hard to get incredible shots. The photographs were all we hoped for and the experience in working with them was so much fun. Would highly recommend.
response 09/06/2017
Thank you Erin, it was such a pleasure to spend the celebration with you and be able to do...
cument your amazing wedding. A beautiful couple, venue, family and party, such a pleasure to photograph.
Shawn B
5.0
8/13/2017
Working with Nik as our wedding photographer was the easiest and best decision we made when it came to vendors. He is extremely talented! If you are looking for truely unique photos then look no further. I received so much praise for Nik by everyone that has seen our pictures. Aside from how talented Nik is, he was professional and enjoyable to work with. He listened to what we wanted and I knew I could be relaxed with him on our wedding day. We felt confident that he was making our vision come alive. He went from being our photographer to feeling like a good friend. We can't thank Nik enough for capturing such incredible images of our wedding day.
Evan G
5.0
8/08/2017
One meeting with Nik was all it took for us to be sure that he was the perfect photographer for our wedding. During that first meeting, he was an engaging personality who was excited to meet us and to listen to what we were planning. When we asked his story of how he came to choose photography as a profession, it was clear to us from his answer that he was motivated by a desire to capture and preserve the emotions of the wedding day for the couple.
Our second meeting with Nik was at the wedding site. We went through the ceremony layout, reception plans, and our desired shots. During this meeting, Nik spotted a very unique opportunity for a silhouetted photo of the two of us. It was difficult to describe in words, but he said, “Trust me, it will be great.”
On our wedding day, Nik handled pre-wedding shots in mixed outdoor lighting, including full sun and dappled shade like a pro. He had a very easy-going attitude, but he was definitely efficient with the limited time we had for all the shots. Most important, he put us at ease, and we got to enjoy the first time seeing each other on the wedding day. It was fun. During the reception and ceremony, we hardly noticed he was there, but he didn’t miss a single shot. Nik has an eye for emotion, and he was able to see and capture so many moments that we didn’t get to because we were busy getting married. And, we trusted him on the silhouetted shot; it came out great.
If I were to sum all this up, I would say that when you hire Nik, you get a professional photographer with a very creative and observant eye. He was punctual for every meeting and session, and he had a personality that let us relax and savor our day. We can highly recommend Nik Morina.
Daniel N
5.0
8/05/2017
We cannot say enough good things about Nik Morina and his photography. We looked at several other photographers before finding Nik, and his work clearly stood out from the rest. When we met, he explained exactly how he captures the day and showed us his work. What really stood out for us was his creativity and talent. His photos looked like they were out of a photography magazine.
On the day of, Nik was patient and was able to capture all the moments we wanted along with the creative ones that he and his team (David and David - both who were fantastic) thought up. We couldn't be happier with the final product. To this day we still have wedding guests telling us how much they love our photos. Capturing such an important day is no easy task, but Nik truly has perfected the art. We could not recommend Nik and his team highly enough!
response 08/05/2017
Thank you Audrey it was such fun documenting your day and getting to know your family & fr...
iends. Looking forward to many more memories in the future. :)
Erin B
5.0
7/22/2017
Nik was amazing!!! He made a point to establish a good relationship with us before the wedding. My husband and I met him a few times over dinner and got to know him well so come our wedding day we felt so comfortable with us! Everyone at the wedding called them photography ninjas because you wouldn't even know they were there and they would pop up out of no where to get the shot. The different angles captured in the pictures are truly remarkable. We couldn't be more pleased with the outcome! Morina photography for the win!
response 07/22/2017
Thank you so much Erin & Kevin, It was such an honor to be part of your celebration and be...
able to document such a beautiful feast.
Ashley R
5.0
6/14/2017
From the second my Husband and I met with Nik and saw his work we were practically throwing our money at him-- we HAD to have him. He is one in a million and so are his photos. We didn't bother to hire a videographer because we knew every single detail would be captured. His passion and character shine though in every shot, and the way he conducts himself is truly an art. I barely even noticed him sneaking around- and that captured some gorgeous candid memories. Morina Photography is the best you can get!!
response 07/22/2017
Thank you Ashley, it was such a beautiful day of celebration. So much fun to be part of it...
and photographs amazing people and characters. Thank you for having us document it.
Mary Jo D
5.0
1/10/2017
Nik Morina and his 2nd photographer Dave were nothing short of spectacular! We met with Nik to interview him for our wedding this past August, I had my mind set on another photographer until we met Nik face to face and he was so vibrant and his work measured up to his sincere personality- we just had to work with him!. My husband and I met with him again before the wedding to walk around the venue neighborhood and he was capturing such great shot ideas, we knew we were in great hands for our special day! The day of the wedding Nik and Dave arrived earlier than expected, captured some beautiful shots of us getting ready with our families, followed us throughout the entire (non-traditional) wedding day, and helped to create some forever moments we will always treasure. We felt like they were friends at our wedding and you could tell that they truly love what they do for couples like us. The next day we invited Nik to our family pig roast to culminate the wedding weekend, unexpectedly he showed up with a stunning print mounted and framed from the night before at our wedding! I can not say enough great things about Nik (and Dave)! They were a gift to us on the best day of our life, we can never thank them enough!
Karen D
5.0
12/27/2016
I could not be happier that we worked with Nik for our 11/12/16 wedding. After first meeting him, we both knew we wanted him. He didn't need to sell himself too hard because his photos speak for themselves. His work is incredible. Nik's work exceeded my highest expectations for my wedding photography, and thanks to him, I have the happiest day of my life documented with the most beautiful, tasteful, artfully taken photos I could've ever imagined. He was right on time, professional but really fun to work with, put everyone at ease without you even knowing he was there! He set up a monitor at our reception and played a slideshow of some of the photos for the day which my guests (and we) loved! He is so skilled, so talented, and so worth booking! You will not be disappointed! HIGHLY recommend!!
Julie M
5.0
8/26/2016
Nik is a outstanding photographer who is amazingly talented and awesome to work with! Our pictures are amazing and we highly recommend him to any couple that is looking for the most creative and beautiful wedding pictures!
5.0
6/08/2016
Being a photographer myself I was probably a little pickier then most when it came to photography for our wedding. It was in fact the only thing I was really concerned about, I figured everything else would work out but the photographs are all we will have to remember it by years from now. With that in mind and given free reign by my now wife I set out to find a truly creative and talented photographer to fulfill my desire for great photos.
After an extensive search in the Philadelphia area and untold number of wedding photographer websites I found Nik. Our first meeting I was impressed with the photos Nik brought as well as the instant rapport the three of us shared. After that first meeting I knew that Nik would be a good choice to capture our wedding and deliver the images I was imagining. Throughout the time leading up to the wedding and the wedding itself Nik was constantly available and quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had.
During the wedding Nik was very professional and personable with all the guests. I got a number of comments from the bridal party about how great Nik was to deal with and how well he got along with all of them. I was also impressed with his quick thinking and creativity in the images he produced. Upon seeing the bride’s parents house he instantly changed his plans to incorporate it into the images and caught some really incredible images on the fly. Last but not least I would like to mention how incredibly happy I am with the images that he delivered. Nik is a truly creative and talented photographer and would be happy to recommend him to anyone that asked.
response 06/08/2016
Thank you very much for this wonderful review. It was such a pleasure and honor to be part...
of your special day, I truly enjoyed capturing all those wonderful moments and people.
Lots of Love
Nik Morina
5.0
1/31/2016
We are so happy we chose Nik as our engagement (Summer 2015, Old City Philadelphia) and wedding (Fall 2015, Villanova PA) photographer! His photos are stunning and we had a lot of fun taking them. Nik brings so much passion to what he does, and the result is beautiful. For the wedding he brought an assistant photographer, Dave, who was fantastic as well. Would like to thank both of them for capturing our special day with such great photos!
5.0
4/10/2015
Nik is wonderful photographer, he was great and so easy to cooperate, gave ideas that were genius and made our memories of wedding last forever in very high quality. Very positive energy that really helps in a stressful day when you want to be perfect. Has caught the most emotional moments and is great any time we go through our wedding photos. Thank You Nik
Melissa R
5.0
3/03/2015
Nik was so accommodating and fun. He was professional from the introduction phone call to months after the wedding. I could not be more pleased with the shots he captured for our special day. As with any wedding, the timeline is rushed and never as planned. We got married on the beach and Nik ran around to make sure he got the most perfect shots. I will certainly recommend Morina Photography and can GUARANTEE that you will not be disappointed. There are so many companies out there that take your money and do not deliver, you will not receive that disservice here! If you want the best, look no further! Thank you, Nik for all the beautiful shots, we are truly thankful!
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