Philip Gabriel Photography

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!

nue 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!

n’t have a single regret choosing them and highly recommend them to anyone on the fence!

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!

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!

d wedding. You can't go wrong with this company.

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!!!!

s 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.

ly. 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!

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.

'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.

sed 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!

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!

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!

elf, 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!

sh 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!

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!

em! 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!!

onderful job at our daughter’s wedding this past fall and we are so grateful to them!!!

rom 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.

l 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!

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.

g. 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!

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!!

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!

graphy 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.

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.

s. 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.

ay 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!

hiladelphia 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!

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!

e “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

raid to get down on the ground to get the right lighting for a shot. Philip Gabriel Photography is the best!

f 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!

r 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!

he 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!!!

ay 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!!!

e 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!!!

o 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!!!!!

r 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!

f 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.

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!!

oom 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!

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!!!

band 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.