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At Philip Gabriel Photography, we believe wedding photography is an art. Seeing everything without being seen...being everywhere without being felt...
creatively capturing all the memorable moments of a wedding day...that's what makes wedding photography an art.
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- Bridal Portraits
- Engagement
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- Printed Proofs
- Second Shooter Available
- Wedding Albums
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- Classic
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- Getting Engaged
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- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
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We hired Philip Gabriel Photography to photograph our wedding and they were incredible. Our photographers were Gabe F. and Sean. Prior to wedding day, we asked if we could do our planning/timeline meeting in person so we could meet them ahead of the wedding day and they were more than happy to do so. We talked through the timeline with Gabe, and he helped us understand how the day would flow. On wedding day, Gabe and his team arrived fully prepared and got right into taking photos and setting things up.
We received feedback from several people that they hardly even noticed the photographers were there all day, especially at the ceremony in the Church. They blended right in with the crowd. Several guests also complemented how nicely dressed the photographers were (Gabe and the team wore full suits). I've been to wedding where the photographers wear sneakers or are dressed very casually and they immediately stand out. This was not the case with Gabe and his team.
Additionally, Gabe took the time to memorize the family structure and who belonged to which family in order to allow for a smooth family portrait session. Gabe was organized and commanding, which allowed us to quickly and seamlessly get through all the family portrait sessions so the families and bridal party could join cocktail hour.
Overall, we had a very positive experience with Philip Gabriel Photography, and we would highly recommend them.
If you are looking for an incredible photographer, Philip Gabriel is the one! If we could give them 100 stars we would! From the very beginning they were super communicative and helped with planning the photography logistics. Gabe and his team brought so much fun energy to our wedding day. One of the assistants was taking videos and photos on my phone the whole time, which was SO FUN AND NICE since we now have something to look back at immediately. They were patient and efficient! We are anxiously awaiting the photos from the best day of our life!! Don't second guess it and book with Philip Gabriel!
If you are looking for an incredible photographer, Philip Gabriel is your Team! They shot our wedding and I could not be more grateful for how fun, energetic, and organized they were on the day of the wedding. Wedding days can be crazy, but Gabe and his team had a calm yet efficient presence that allowed the day to go as smoothly as possible while also capturing the most memorable moments. We were blessed to have the opportunity to work with them and hope to work again with them sometime in the future. Thank you for making our Wedding Day one of the best days of our lives!
We chose Philip Gabriel to photograph our wedding at the Franklin institute because their previous work had spoken so much about what they are capable of. From our first phone call, and up to our actual wedding they were the most compassionate and reliable vendor we had booked. They truly take the time to get to know you and what's important to you so that they can get the most perfect pictures. I can't imagine our wedding day without Gabe and his team. He really held us together, made sure everything went smoothly and it was perfect. They go above and beyond, you are not just getting photographers when you book Philip Gabriel you are getting photographers who know what they are doing and know exactly how to make you feel confident and important. There is nothing that they wouldn't do to make sure your event is captured perfectly.
I really have nothing but glowing praise for Gabe and his team (Jeff and Michel!) for our wedding day. I'm a pretty nervous picture-taker; I never feel like I look or feel natural when taking photos, and I never know exactly what to do with myself when they're being taken, but Gabe made me feel so relaxed, and all of our photos came out amazing! Gabe even laid down on the ground multiple times to get the perfect shot. My maid of honor said that when the bridal party wasn't needed for photos, they were all watching like, "That is a dedicated man." Everyone was incredibly nice and easy-going while also being professional. At the reception, they were like ninjas; I never noticed them, but they got so many great shots of everyone and everything. They were so good that when Gabe found me at around 9:30 to tell me that they were going, I was surprised that they were all still there because I was sure they'd gone home. I'd definitely hire them again for any event that my husband and I have; I can't recommend them enough!
We highly recommend Philip Gabriel Photography. Gabe (2) captured our wedding day perfectly, got amazing shots of us and friends and family, and captured beautiful scenes of our venue so that we have memories to last forever. Gabe, Nick, Shane and Michel were also so much fun to spend the day with. Thank you Philip Gabriel photography!
Philip Gabriel had an incredible team to work with for our wedding. They went and above and beyond for every shot and we couldn’t be happier with the sneak peeks we’ve gotten. I don’t have a single regret choosing them and highly recommend them to anyone on the fence!
Philip Gabriel Photography was fantastic to work with! They are very professional and have great attention to detail. They did the photography for our wedding and Gabe, Sean, and Kate were all wonderful. They setup a beautifully coordinated first look for us, made sure we got all of the shots we were looking for, and were always in position to capture the candid moments! Gabe even went as far as laying down in a puddle to capture a shot at the angle he wanted! Highly recommend!
Highly recommend! Philip Gabriel Photography was wonderful to work with every step of the way! Gabe, Sean, and Kate were so professional and detail-oriented. They were flexible and optimistic about the rain on our wedding day and came prepared with umbrellas and so many ideas for photos. Dawn and Julia kindly answered all of our questions leading up to the day!
They're amazing. Gabe, Virginia, and Hank were our photographers. We got married on 12/3/2022 and they were able to capture the most beautiful moments of our winter/Christmas themed wedding. You can't go wrong with this company.
Philip Gabriel photography is the best of the best! They were so enjoyable to work with and the photos from our wedding were amazing!!!! Gabe Fredericks has the best personality, makes you feel so comfortable and guides you through every shoot! He is so creative and knows how to get the perfect photo. I high recommend Philip Gabriel photography to any couple getting married!!!!
MVP of our wedding???
Despite the bride and groom bringing their A game, Gabe’s performance was exquisite. Meticulous, organized, creative and charismatic throughout, Gabe and his team did such a beautiful job capturing our big day and making it that much more special. All the while doing it with a smile, getting his hands (and body, literally, this guy was facedown on the Philly streets in order to get the perfect lighting and angles) dirty, and cracking up everyone along the way. Gabe’s work is brilliant and his personality is infectious. His team (Virginia and Phil) also were all-stars, assisting with ANYTHING (the veil, train, suspenders, etc.) and ensuring we got the exact other shots. In closing, the pictures are dreamy, more than we could’ve asked for or imagined, and we’ll be using Phillip Gabriel photography for years to come.
Gabe & his team were absolutely amazing! Gabe was the first photographer I spoke to on the phone after I got engaged at the end of 2020 and I clicked with his personality immediately. I knew he would make our wedding day so fun and easy and that's exactly what he did 2 years later on 10/7/22. He brought the best vibes and made myself, our bridal party, and our families feel so comfortable the entire day. He was super professional but funny and easy going at the same time. We genuinely loved hanging out with Gabe & his team all day and wish we could do it all over again!
The selection of Philip Gabriel Photography crew, consisting of Gabe, Jeff and Lia, were the best choice and an incredible joy for us. They not only photographed and documented our event, but shared in the joy with us. They worked tirelessly and became friends in the process. Their resulting pictures produced magical works of art. We will have these memories forever thanks to their talent. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
My husband and I cannot recommend Philip Gabriel Photography enough! This company is organized, responsive and made wedding day photography run smoothly AND on time! When we didn't have a location in mind for bridal party photos, they had wonderful suggestions for outdoor photograph locations near our venue that worked perfectly. This crew is friendly, fun, professional and goes to incredible lengths to capture the the most special and memorable shots.
Gabe is a genius! He and his team definitely made my daughter's wedding day the experience we hoped for. Gabe's photos totally capture the emotions of the day in both candid and posed photos. He is fun, engaging and a treat to work with-not to mention that the team works their butts off while never being in your way! We only have some preview photos so far (wedding was a week ago) and they are gorgeous (as expected). Can't wait to get the rest!
I can’t recommend Philip Gabriel Photography enough. Gabe, Sean, and Lia are true professionals and we had such a great time with them at our Philly wedding. We knew that we wanted to book them as soon as we saw their photos. From the first consultation to the actual wedding day there was consistent communication to ensure every detail and timeline was taken care of. Gabe is very familiar with our venue and knew all of the best surrounding areas for pictures, making that process effortless. We had asked for several rounds of larger family shots and Gabe was so accommodating and kept everyone comfortable and laughing. The team blended right in throughout the whole day and went out of their way to get the best shots. The attention to detail was incredible and the team was always on top of timing to make sure the day stayed on track. They made the entire day so easy and I can’t thank Gabe and team enough for the beautiful pictures and memories!
This team is 100000% worth it! My husband and I loved every second working with Gabe and the team from the moment we started screening potential vendors and our first consultation with Gabe. Gabe knew our venues, other teams we’d identified we’d like to work with, recommended (but never pushed) other vendors for us to work with, and overall was a pleasure. Just getting our sneak previews during our honeymoon (well before we expected any photos) and we already know the full set will be breathtaking. So happy with our choice, and I’m sure you will be too!
The team at Philip Gabriel Photography are truly the best at what they do. Leading up to our wedding day, they were incredibly responsive, organized and helpful. And on the day itself, Gabe (G2) and the team made the whole day so enjoyable; they had us laughing all through Old City and made us very comfortable through all of our portraits. And can't forget to mention how amazing the photos turned out!
Gabe and his team are absolutely incredible! I cannot express how professional, talented and organized they are. Our original wedding date was 2/27/2021 but with covid we had to push our celebration back a year. Philip Gabriel Photography was so easy to work with and super understanding. They took the stress out of replanning a wedding! On our new wedding date 2/19/2022, Gabe and his team exceeded our expectations. They stayed perfectly on schedule and knew exactly where to shoot throughout the city. Gabe made everyone feel relaxed and we had a blast even with crazy cold and windy weather. The pictures are gorgeous! If you are looking for a wedding photographer, look no further!
Philip Gabriel Photography was amazing for our Philly wedding! Gabe (G2) puts in quality. hard. work! He was dedicated to making sure we relaxed and had fun both at our engagement shoot and on our wedding day! His creative eye got great shots and truly captured candid moments between me and my husband. The timeline for our wedding day was spot on and we did not miss a beat. Julia and Jeff were great on our day as well! So helpful, attentive to detail, and great at reading our energy. Everyone was so nice and accommodating. Would definitely use Philip Gabriel again for other events and would highly recommend!
Gabe and co. were super chill! They were relaxed and did not make us feel rushed at all. They made us feel at ease.
They are a hilarious crew and we really had a good time with them!
We had special requests for photo edits which they were willing to accommodate.
I've been in bridal parties where the photographers are annoying and quirky- this was not the case here. This team was down to earth and an overall pleasure to be around.
I wish I could be friends with them IRL!!
Philip Gabriel Photography consists of a fabulous creative team of professionals who will make your wedding memories unforgettable! Gabe and his team are the best!!! They did a wonderful job at our daughter’s wedding this past fall and we are so grateful to them!!!
We were so fortunate to have Susan Beard and her team from Philip Gabriel Photography photograph our daughter's wedding. The pictures are breathtaking. They captured every moment from bridesmaids and Dad's first looks to the gently falling snow as we rang in the new year at midnight. Susan's kind attention to the bride and groom is something every mother could hope for. Weddings last only a day but these pictures will be treasured a lifetime. At the end of the night, I was sad to see her go.
Over one month later, and we still cannot stop talking about Gabe and Julia and how much they made a difference throughout the entirety of our wedding day! Immediately, you can tell how professional they are and that they are clearly experienced. Once we got comfortable with each other, they made this very anxious bride feel completely taken care of. We drove around the city with them where they were committed to every part of the experience my husband and I were looking for. Even during chaotic full family photos, Gabe and Julia stayed organized, on task, and professional. My (not engaged) sister looked at me during those photos and said "I found my wedding photographer". Getting fantastic photos is a huge part of your wedding experience and by choosing this team you are definitely going to receive that along with positive memories of the entire day!
I can not say enough good things about Gabe and his team! We used Philip Gabriel Photography for both of our weddings ( micro wedding in 2020 and rescheduled wedding date in 2021) and are beyond in love with the photos from both events. Not only are the photos incredible, but Gabe and his team had us smiling and laughing the entire day, and made every moment unique.
I can honestly say Gabe feels like part of the family now, and I plan to use him and his team for all of our photographable life events moving forward.
Philip Gabriel was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From start to finish (including a postponement) they made everything seamless and were so incredibly accommodating. In addition to being amazing to work with, we are blown away by our pictures from both our engagement session and wedding. I highly recommend Philip Gabriel!
Gabe and team did a phenomenal job - we couldn't recommend them more highly!! The team was amazing to work with from start to finish - very detail oriented in the planning process to establish our photo shot list and create a timeline for the day, but was also amazingly flexible on the day of when some rain derailed our original plans. Gabe C came up with a great back up plan for photos under cover during the rain and was able to sneak in more shots that we really wanted outside when the rain cleared later in the day - they all turned out beautifully! Gabe C was very fun to work with too and kept everyone laughing throughout the day. Thanks PG team!!
One of my favorite vendors from my wedding day! We had Gabe as our main photographer and he was amazing. He has such a fun energy that made the whole day so great. He was all over the ceremony and reception making sure to get every picture possible. He really made us feel comfortable and enjoy taking photos and I would recommend him to anyone for their wedding! Our preview photos are gorgeous and I can’t wait to see the rest!
We heard about Philip Gabriel from one of the Cescaphe University parties we attended. From the moment we met Gabe (G1), we knew we were in good hands. The passion he has for photography is unmatched. So we booked G1 for our engagement photos along with our wedding. Unfortunately, like many couples getting married during the pandemic, we had to postpone a handful of times. However, each time we made that phone call to Philip Gabriel to inform them of the decision, they quickly turned the conversation from a negative point of view to a positive one and highlighted all the exciting photo opportunities there were for our new date. So fast forward to our second wedding date, when we received the news we could no longer have our reception, we decided to move forward with our marriage and postpone the reception. Like prior, when we informed G1, he was quick to tell us how special and magical our wedding day will be. Not only did he map out all the exciting photo opportunities he was thinking of for January, but he then started laying out all the spots we could shoot for in August when we planned to have the reception. When we finally were able to have the reception, we got to work with the other Gabe (G2). G2 has that same fiery passion for photography. So if you truly want amazing, blown-away photos, you have to book Philip Gabriel Photography. On top of receiving the best photos, the experience you’ll have with Philip Gabriel is top-notch. Their whole team was fantastic to work with from top to bottom and made the entire process so enjoyable.
Monica and Lauren were unbelievable photographers. They were personable, low-key, and had a great eye during the entire wedding day. They were both very familiar with our wedding venue and did an incredible job capturing candid moments as well as staged photos that were magazine worthy. We did a micro-wedding and they managed to capture every important moment throughout the day without us even knowing they were there! My husband and I were both blow away by how easy and enjoyable the day was, and much of it was due to their professionalism and good-natured personalities. Monica also did our engagement photos which turned out amazing as well! We will absolutely be using them in the future. I couldn’t recommend them enough.
Gabe is a "10/10 would-recommend-must-hire" type of vendor. I mean this with sincerity: he completed our day. His photos are absolutely stunning and capture the most special moments. He makes you SO comfortable in front of the camera and the comfort level allows you to look your best and most real self in every photo. He brought so much fun to our day it was unimaginable. He made us laugh until we nearly cried, boosted our confidence for different poses, kept everything running smoothly and on time, and even went as far as to talk the Philadelphia police into a police escort for us to arrive at the reception on time when we got stuck in the middle of a protest. What photographer does that??!! The number of comments we received from guests about how much they loved our photographer during our wedding was absurd - he was engaging with all the guests and never sat still. Whether he was laying down on the street to get the best angle or sprinting over to a candid moment, he was on his game the entire time (as was the entire rest of his team!). He took the time to understand who our immediate family was so he could capture their best moments. He made our grandparents feel like movie stars, made us as the bride and groom feel relaxed and at ease, and captured all the best shots of all of our loved ones. I would highly recommend that anyone high Gabe and his team for their event. We can't say enough good things and can say with confidence that booking him was one of the best decisions we made through all of wedding planning.
Gabe and his team are the BEST! They made sure to get all of the special pictures that we wanted on our special day. They made everything from our engagement shoot to our wedding day so fun and exciting. We had a HUGE bridal party, and they somehow managed to round them up for group pictures and make things go smoothly. I can’t thank them enough for capturing the most beautiful pictures and memories on our wedding day!
Gabe and his amazing team made our wedding day so special from start to finish! Gabe is a family friend of my parents and extremely well known in the wedding scene throughout the Philadelphia and greater Philadelphia region. We knew right away we wanted to book Gabe and his team without a question.
They did not disappoint. From the moment I met with Gabe, it was like we had known each other for years, and funny enough, he had taken photos of an event I worked a few years prior. My now husband and I performed aerial acts at the 21st street Armory and Gave had photos to show us! Small world.
After sticking with us through 2 postponed wedding dates, our day finally arrived and it was a HOT one. 93 degrees to be exact. Gabe and his team did not complain once and did everything in their power to make sure they got the best shots. From Olivia pinning my veil in, to Gabe laying flat on the floor of the church and Broad Street, to helping wipe makeup off of my husbands jacket, they were just incredible. In moments where I could have panicked, they eased the mood with their calm presence and professionalism.
We had a very large wedding party and with a large wedding party comes some chaos when trying to take photos. Gabe knew exactly what to do and where to position everyone in a timely manner (and how to get some boisterous groomsmen to cooperate ;)) His patience with us was amazing!
From beginning to end, Gabe and his team were perfect. We recently got a sneak peak of our shots and I’m IN LOVE!! Cannot wait to see them all. All of the thanks and praise to Philip Gabriel Photography!! Book them now!
I am so happy with our experience. I have seen Gabe shoot so many beautiful weddings and now I got to experience it myself. Not only are the preview photos I’ve seen beautiful but they also help make the whole morning of the wedding run smoothly and are very good about timing. Can’t wait to see the rest of the photos!
2020 has been a really tough year. Easily the biggest highlight for us was our wedding which just preceded the onset of the COVID pandemic. And we will be eternally thankful to Gabe “G2” Cariola and the entire Philip Gabriel Photography team for the huge role they played in making our day so special. Choosing a photographer for a wedding is obviously a big deal and we met with quite a few. It can be a little bit overwhelming, but when we looked at everyone’s work, it became clear to us that Philip Gabriel was in its own class. We were lucky enough to work with Gabe Cariola aka G2. Gabe immediately put us at ease. We did an engagement shoot with him 9! Months before the wedding and it was a great warm up for the main event. For those of you who are a bit shy in front of the camera, Gabe is so easy to work with and goes out of his way to make you feel comfortable. Our wedding was in January, and Gabe had the not so easy task of whisking us around Old City Philadelphia, trying to keep us warm and getting great shots—to say he and his second shooter succeeded is an understatement. You really feel special as multiple photographers, lighting specialists and others make sure your day goes perfectly. We’re not even sure how Gabe got some of the shots during the ceremony—he must have been hanging off the ceiling like Spiderman! He’s also got a great sense of humor and is a good sport, which is very important when you’ll be spending all day together and he has to put up with family members not always sticking to the meticulously planned out photo order! We were so happy with how the shots came out. We’re working with Nicole now on our album and can’t wait to see it. I know we’ll be coming back the next time we need lifetime memories. Thanks so much, Gabe! We will always be grateful.
Raina and Ben
Monica of Philip Gabriel Photography was absolutely wonderful! Her and her team were so easy to work with and took amazing pictures at my wedding! Monica was so sweet and wasn’t afraid to get down on the ground to get the right lighting for a shot. Philip Gabriel Photography is the best!
Gabe and his team are truly the best and we cannot recommend them enough if you want the most beautiful, flawless photographs of your wedding day! We discovered Gabe through one of my closest friends and since the moment we met him, his passion for the art of photography was evident. We scheduled our engagement photos with him and not only did we get gorgeous shots, we had the best time taking them! Even my husband enjoyed being photographed for an hour and we couldn’t stop laughing the whole time! On the day of the wedding, he made our bridal party feel so comfortable and confident and had us all laughing the entire time. We recently just received our preview from our wedding day and were truly blown away by Gabe’s artistic talent and the moments he captured. We have gotten the most compliments on these photographs and have had so many family and friends ask for his contact information! We know we will be using Philip Gabriel from now on for all of our future photography needs!
We chose Philip Gabriel Photography for our wedding on July 6, 2019. We didn't even bother looking at anyone else, honestly. Gabe and his team shot my sister's wedding 2 years prior and their talent, professionalism, and product all blew us away! The whole team is very helpful and responsive. The planning process was easy with them, and then of course the day of the wedding - the best! They know all the best spots in the city and despite fighting off some downpours, thunder & lightning, and even a tornado warning (!), everything turned out AMAZING! Gabe even stopped traffic on Broad Street to capture some awesome shots! We could not be happier with our pictures, and it was so hard to narrow it down to the ones we picked for our album. We HIGHLY recommend Philip Gabriel Photography - they are simply the best!
Where to begin? Gabe, Gabe, and Anya photographed our wedding. They came in and immediately became part of our group. They were professional, funny, and felt like they were in the wedding with us. They were in tune with every single member of the bridal party and accommodated the smallest and largest requests. We cannot wait to see the pictures, which we are sure will be amazing. Thank you all so much photographing our special day, we love you guys!!!
From the moment I met Gabe I knew we were in good hands for our son’s wedding. One of our gifts to he and his new wife was the gift of their wedding album. I’m writing this the day after the wedding so we haven’t even received any pictures yet. Another review to follow I’m sure. I just want to say that Gabe and his team were incredible. They are truly amazing and personable. By the end of the night I felt like they were a part of the family. Nothing was too much trouble for them. They captured moments that I know we will cherish for a lifetime. We cannot wait to see the pictures and revisit a very special day for our family. Thank you to Philip Gabriel Photography! Simply the BEST!!!
Do yourself a favor and hire this team. The PGP team completely exceeded all of our expectations. During the planning process, we worked with Anya who was extremely knowledgeable and helped guide us on locations for photos, timeline, how to deal with unique family situations and more. The day of the wedding the team was amazing. They made the entire day fun for us - it's not always the most fun posing for pictures but the team was able to make it fun! It was so cool to see the PGP team look around and spot good areas for photos, and these impromptu locations ended up being the most amazing photos. This team is truly incredibly talented, I am beyond impressed. All of our guests commented on how fun and nice the photographers were - how often does that happen?! They never felt in the way or in your face, but continued to make the party fun as the did their job. I just received the preview photos and am blown away. They are the most incredible photos and left me speechless. These photos will last a lifetime and are worth every penny we paid! Thank you to the PGP team for the most amazing experience before, during and after!!!
BEST photographers ever!!!! Philip Gabriel Photography was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. We live in NYC and got married in Philly. We didn’t get a chance to meet Gabe prior to our wedding day and we still immediately felt so comfortable and at ease working with Gabe and the rest of the team on our wedding day. They made everything flow so seamlessly. I trusted all of their photo suggestions and they truly took such good care of us. We just received our photo previews and they are beyond amazing. They captured all of the love we felt on our wedding day and I can’t recommend them enough. They are worth every penny!!!!!
Philip Gabriel is THE best wedding photographer there is. Gabe and his team were an absolute pleasure to work with. From Anya's organizational skills and recommendations to make our day perfect, to Gabe's energetic and fun-loving personality on the day of our wedding - it was all in all just perfect. Not only did we love them so much, all of my friends LOVED Gabe and want him to photograph their weddings! :)
Our photos are beautiful, and we couldn't be happier with our decision to book Philip Gabriel photography!
I had a phenomenal experience working with Philip Gabriel. We worked with Gabe Cariola and team. When we were choosing a photographer, we of course compared the quality and style of the portfolio. However, what I underestimated was how integral your photographer is to planning the day and ensuring the day runs smoothly and on time. Gabe and his team were amazing making sure everything ran smoothly. They were super fun to have around and made us feel really comfortable. While I have only seen our preview shots, I think their portfolio speaks for itself. It is a material investment, but worth it in my opinion. We were very happy with our decision.
I could not have asked for a better photography team. Everything-from the beginning planning stages to the end of the wedding evening-was perfect and ran smoothly. Gabe listened to everything I wanted and gave suggestions when needed. Everyone was so great dealing with all of the different personalities in the family and they were all so fun to work with! Gabe and team definitely helped make our day extra special and perfect. Could not rant enough!!
Philip Gabriel photography’s quality is unmatched. Before we even chose to go with Philip Gabriel (PG), we knew they were the best because all the photos we saw of our venue (Ballroom at the Ben) that we adored were PG photos. Meeting the team and speaking to Gabe confirmed we would be in the hands of someone who was equally as passionate about capturing our memories as we were.
From the beginning, Anya at PG made us feel comfortable and answered all of our questions to make sure we had everything we needed throughout the whole process. It was great to have someone guiding us through our wedding planning that made us feel like VIP clients.
Everyone in the PG staff, and especially the two Gabes, have wonderfully ebullient personalities. They made us feel at ease during our wedding day; hours of photos flew by and we can now look back at all our photos with amazement on how beautifully they were captured. Not a moment during our wedding was missed as the PG crew seamlessly blended into the background. We don't know how they did it but it was exactly what we were looking for!
We’re so glad to have put our trust in Gabe and Philip Gabriel. Their work is exquisite and we’re so excited to have these gorgeous memories to last us a lifetime!
I could write a whole novel about how happy I am to have worked with the Philip Gabriel team for my wedding photos. Philip Gabriel is really the best in Philly. On my wedding day I had the pleasure of working with Gabe (G2), Lauren, and Heather. They were fantastic and I can't thank them enough. When I felt nauseous they gave me their water and food. They were always thinking of us and made us all feel so comfortable. They are all so talented, thoughtful, and warm. They also made the day of photos so much fun! I couldn't have made a better choice!! They truly went above and beyond. We received preview images and they are OUTSTANDING. I can't stop gushing over them. Can't wait to see the rest!!!
We are so, so happy we picked Philip Gabriel as our wedding photographer! The whole team is fabulous and Gabe makes every photo opportunity comfortable, beautiful, and easy. My husband was uncomfortable during our Engagement shoot and then a little more reserved during our Wedding Day and Gabe helped to make him feel so comfortable that he embraced the experience and now we have gorgeous engagement and wedding photos.
For the actual Wedding Day, I was a little ambitious with all the family and friend photos I wanted to have. But instead of Gabe and his team negotiating and telling me it would be impossible, they came up with a strategy of how we could make it all happen and IT DID! And the best part? They managed to get all of those special photos without disrupting important moments and conversations or by taking us away from our guests. Every photo occurred seamlessly throughout the day and night. It was perfect.
I should also mention that every photo is beautiful and makes me feel like model. Philip Gabriel knows how to make you feel and look stunning.
Thank you, Gabe and team for the perfect day.
Our wedding was 10/13/18, and wedding planning sure was stressful! The crew at Philip Gabriel made this whole process so much easier on me. The months leading up to the wedding I had been communicating with Anya a whole lot. She answered emails efficiently and called me to answer my questions. She put me at ease when I was feeling concerned about how the day would flow and assured me there was nothing to worry about.
Well, she was right! These guys made our wedding day perfect! Gabe Fredericks guided us through Old City, Philadelphia, snapping photos of us in the most beautiful locations. The afternoon was seamless, and FUN! His sense of humor had us laughing the entire day. The crew made me and my husband, our bridal party and families feel comfortable throughout the day, as smiling for photos for hours can be strenuous, but the time passed by effortlessly.
I just received all of my photos about a week ago. As if the day feeling perfect wasn't enough, these photos are absolutely magnificent. True pieces of art. I couldn't be happier with the outcome.
Thank you guys for not just being wonderful photographers but also wedding planners, tour guides, and comedians to boot! We love Philip Gabriel!
It's been such a pleasure working with Anya, Monica, and Nicole! They made our engagement shoot and Save the Dates absolutely perfect and were so thoughtful about the details. We can't wait to work with them again on our big day!
Wow! What can we say about Gabe Fredericks and his amazing team?! Anytime a photographer is on the ground in the middle of Broad St (Phila) in his suit to get the perfect shot, you know you've found the one! Gabe has a personality as big as the universe but remained professional while still allowing us to have fun and calm any anxiety we may have had. The chemistry with him and his team (Monica and Lauren) made it so easy to work with them. We were crunched for time but the PG team did not let that stop them from getting all the perfect shots to capture our day. Gabe felt like a friend we have known for years and that is one of the many reasons we booked with him. After receiving our photos, we were in awe by how many shots the team had gotten and how many emotions of our special day were captured. Thank you PG team, we are forever grateful and can't wait to book our family shoot in the very near future!
We worked with Philip Gabriel for our Philadelphia wedding on October 13th, 2018. The process for working with PG was very easy, from our initial meeting with Gabe Cariola (G2) through the contracting and package selection process, through to the big day. About four weeks out from the big day, we had a call with Gabe to discuss our timeline, beginning at the Logan Hotel, with first look at Logan Circle, a trolley pickup, more pics at the Barnes Museum and Rodin Museum, then transportation to Tendenza for the main event. Gabe, the secondary shooter Jeff, and their assistant did an awesome job directing us enough to get the shots that would looks great without making the process seem overly stage-managed. We were able to talk and have fun with our bridal party and parents while we were shooting. Once we got to Tendenza for some family pictures before the rehearsal, we made very efficient use of about 25 minutes of time to get both family pictures and some portrait and individual shots in the Piazza at Schmidt’s. From that point onward, the posed pictures ended until cake cutting, and Gabe and Jeff blended seamlessly into the background of our ceremony and reception and allowed us to not give another thought to the picture-taking process. We were thrilled with choosing Philip Gabriel and would recommend them to anyone. We can’t wait to see the final product!
The best. If you care about your wedding pictures and having a strong photographer and team to coordinate with, Philip Gabriel is your photographer. The whole team was so professional, clearly talented, assertive when we needed them to wrangle the family, attentive when we wanted certain unique photos, and overall absolutely beautiful pictures. We love them all! A little pricer than most, but absolutely worth it. Your pictures are the only thing you will really have forever and look at more frequently than video - going with Philip Gabriel (Gabe Fredricks was our lead photographer) was one of the best decisions we made. His style is exactly as you can see from other examples on his website. Thanks for perfectly and beautifuly capturing our wedding day!!
We cannot say enough amazing things about Philip Gabriel Photography. We used them at our wedding on June 9, 2018 at the Crystal Tea Room we could not have asked for a better photography team! Gabe Fredericks and his entire team were absolutely AMAZING! They were all so much fun to be around and helped make the entire day go perfect. Anya was awesome and extremely responsive through the entire planning process and was so helpful throughout the entire wedding day as well! Gabe made sure to capture every moment of the day. He was lying down in the middle of the street getting the most incredible photos and we can’t thank them enough for capturing our special day. If they are available for your date, book them immediately! You will not regret it! I will definitely be using them in the future!
Gabe is AMAZING! We couldn't have asked for a better team to take our wedding photos for us. Philip Gabriel was also the photographer for my sister's wedding. Her photos are spectacular - I can't wait to get ours back as well!
If I could give them more stars, I would. It was my dream to have Gabe shoot my wedding and from start to finish their service blew us away. We had an engagement shoot in October and wedding in August. Their entire team is professional, personable, talented and easy to work with. Their work speaks for itself but what you don't see is everything they do behind the scenes. Gabe has such a talent for getting people to be themselves in front of the camera. G2 will do anything to get the perfect shot. Right before my father and I walked down the aisle, G2 helped him with the buttons on his tux and made sure that my veil looked perfect. Anya went above and beyond to make the day run smoothly. She helped put my veil on, ran back to the room because we forgot my mother's corsage and has an incredible eye for detail. They make you feel incredibly special and I can't recommend them enough!
Gabe & his team are a dream to work with. They kept us moving and on schedule without being too pushy. They are also really fun, professional, and incredible at what they do. 5 stars all around!
There are not enough words of thank you that I could said to the photographers of Philip Gabriel Photography that worked our wedding. Gabe Cariola, Jeff and Olivia not only did an awesome job but they were really fun to hang out with all day. By the end of the day they felt like part of the family. They have given us a lasting gift of amazing photographs when all the other parts of the day have faded. And for that I am truly grateful! I received 1700 pictures from that day and each one is perfect! - Priceless family photos, ones of my husband and I laughing, and great shots of our family and friends having fun! I look at them and smile because they did such a great job of capturing the joy of the day! To say that we would highly recommended them would definitely an understatement!
Everyone at Philip Gabriel exceeded our expectations! Not only was Gabe professional, friendly, and incredibly talented but everyone else who worked there went above and beyond for us! Anya responded to every email the same day we sent it and our pictures were SO beautiful and really captured everything we would have wanted in the day. They were flexible to work with and also extremely kind. I even had other bridesmaids comment that when she gets married she won't use anyone else. Gabe knows Philly like the back of his hand! I did not have to worry about choosing where any pictures would be. He offered a gorgeous side street for our first look and even took us to this tucked away spot with beautiful greenery for further pictures. He also knows everyone else in the field which is a wonderful addition! All our other vendors were thrilled when they heard we chose Philip Gabriel. Gabe's personality is perfect for this field due to his ability to put everyone at ease and we are SO glad we chose Philip Gabriel for such a special day in our lives :)
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