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Salt & Sonder Studio

5 out of 5 stars and 120 reviews
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Greater Philadelphia Area along with NY, De, NJ, & MD

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WPJA top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World!

Welcome to Salt and Sonder Studio, One of WPJA's top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World. Salt and Sonder is based out of the Philadelphia, Pa area and specializes in TRULY PHOTOJOURNALISTIC and genuine wedding photography. Working with the two of you we will create some epic portraits during the time you allot for posed photographs while the remainder of the day is photographed/documented in a truly candid and unobtrusive way that tells the story of your actual wedding day! Feel free to take a look at my portfolio here and the real weddings on my website to see the mix of portraits and amazing moments that make up all the incredible weddings I have had the privilege of documenting! I look forward to hearing from you!!! JD

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Business Attributes
Asian-owned Business
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits, Day After Session, Engagement, Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files, Online Proofing, Photo, Printed Enlargements, Second Shooter Available, Social Media Sharing, Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic, Documentary, Dramatic, Lifestyle, Modern, Vintage
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged, Rehearsals & Parties, After Party, Wedding
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2023 Best of Weddings Winner2022 Best of Weddings Winner2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner

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Salt & Sonder Studio Reviews

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Reviewed On 11/14/2023 by Dominic and Sabrina M
From the moment we saw Salt and Sonder's website - we knew JD would be the best fit to capture our special day. Having a family and set of friends with large and expressive personalities, we knew JD's photojournalistic style would be able to do...
cument the energy and celebration we planned as we saw it. And he killed it! Through meeting with us and discussing our needs, to explaining how the day would go and getting to know us, JD expertly handled the day and got everything we wanted and more. His due diligence in our relationships and what shots were special to us was next level. JD and his assistant Tara fit in perfectly with our wedding party and family as they joined us from location to location on the wedding day - getting amazing beginning to end captures of the day's little and big moments. We have watched the personalized slideshow he created and looked through our wedding photos many times on end - reliving our perfect day with each rewatch. We could not be happier with his work and would recommend him to anyone, especially those that stray from traditional wedding shots. Thank you, JD!!
Reviewed On 11/13/2023 by Evan Z
Salt & Sonder Studio was the first vendor we booked for our wedding and the best vendor we booked for our wedding. The care, craftsmanship and artistry JD puts into his work is incredible. From our first communications with JD to our post we...
dding gallery delivery, every step of the process was smooth, stress-free and fun. The images from our wedding are beyond anything we could have imagined. JD captured our entire event in the most perfect, true-to-life way. They are everything we hoped for and more. "These are the best wedding photos I have ever seen" is a comment we have received on more than one occasion after sharing our galleries. I highly recommend Salt & Sonder Studio for your big day.
Reviewed On 11/10/2023 by Erin O
Could not recommend JD enough as a wedding photographer! Extremely well organized, professional, and a delight to have around documenting our special day. He listened to our wants and needs and captured some really special candid moments that w...
e'll treasure years to come.
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Reviewed On 11/05/2023 by Celine W
Booking JD for our wedding was hands down one of the best decisions my husband and I made. We knew immediately by looking at the photos on his website that his style would perfectly capture our wedding day. Working with him was an absolute joy....
He is kind, fun, and extremely talented at what he does. He knows all of the best spots and angles to capture the best shots. It ended up raining on our wedding, but we didn't have any stress because we knew the pictures would still turn out amazing. The day ended up being perfect, and we now have the most beautiful set of pictures to remember it by.
Reviewed On 11/02/2023 by Kacey F
JD is the absolute best photographer! He captured every moment of our wedding and made us feel so comfortable during our engagement session and our wedding day. Our friends and family are blown away with the photos. We cannot thank JD enough fo...
r all his talented work.
Reviewed On 10/31/2023 by Lea S
We worked with JD for our May, 2023 wedding. We had a specific vision for our wedding photos and JD delivered. From the initial phone call to receiving our photos, JD was incredibly professional, efficient and ensured that our entire love story...
came to life through his photography. He took time to get to know us as a couple and it showed in all of our pictures. Our photographs are timeless - beautifully posed and edited. We are SO happy with our decision to work with Salt & Sonder and 10000000% would recommend him !!
Reviewed On 10/25/2023 by Marisa R
Going with Salt & Sonder was the best decision we made over the course of wedding planning. JD took the time to get to know us as a couple and what was important to us on the day of. He stayed behind to make sure we got the family shot we misse...
d earlier in the day and didn't miss a beat the whole day. He even helped mediate the other vendors to make sure we didn't feel rushed and made our day our own. 10/10, would absolutely hire again.
Reviewed On 12/15/2022 by Megan M
JD was so great to work with! I love his style of photography and he offered me great guidance. I only listed a few photos I wanted and he made sure to double check with me that the family would be okay with this. He also helped to keep us on s...
chedule very well, suggesting times for us to all get dressed and such. My husband loved his assistant, Tom, as well. He said the groomsmen had a great time with him. I highly suggest JD and his team!
Reviewed On 10/02/2022 by Stephanie B
JD was amazing from the second I emailed to inquire about my wedding. He has a clear price list and description of his photography style (along with numerous references) so I knew exactly what I was getting. He responded extremely quickly the e...
ntire time we worked together, and even after the wedding, answering any questions I had. He also got my photos back to me in record time and they are amazing! His style is more candid, but he took gorgeous posed photos as well. My wedding day was really warm and he and his second shooter David were drenched in sweat, but they were so kind and professional despite the conditions. I cannot say enough good things – book Salt and Sonder NOW!
Reviewed On 9/23/2022 by Amanda G
JD is amazing! Truly the best photographer I have ever seen/worked with. JD did our engagement photos in Yosemite, to our microceremony during Covid, to our final Wedding day at the Please Touch Museum. If you want a photojournalistic style, de...
finitely book Salt and Sonder. He captures the most beautiful pictures and tells a story in truly a candid, authentic view. He is very professional and takes the time to get to know your story prior to your event.
Reviewed On 9/11/2022 by Danielle D
Our experience with JD was absolutely amazing. I am so so so glad I found him - he was EXACTLY what I was looking for! I knew I wanted a photographer who would capture the story of the day and get pictures of my friends and family's experiences...
of the day as well. I didn't want a photographer who just pointed their camera at me all night. I will cherish JD's photos forever. He was so attentive to what we wanted and truly did an amazing job. Our portraits came out stunning and despite being a photojournalist, JD was still a pro at posing us and helping us take beautiful staged photos. But it's truly the photos from the rest of the day and the party that highlight the joy everybody felt at our wedding. He was very quick in getting us a sneak peak of our pictures and ultimately getting us the complete set! You will not regret working with him!!
Reviewed On 9/07/2022 by Julia C
JD is a seasoned professional! We are In love with our engagement and wedding photography! He is able to capture emotion and the moment very well. The quality of the the photos and the wedding album are the highest out there. He’s also very dow...
n to earth and accommodating. He really listens to what’s important to you and makes sure it happens.
Reviewed On 9/05/2022 by Amanda B
JD and Salt & Sonder were far and away the best vendor decision we made for our wedding. From the beginning, JD was professional, clear, helpful and positive. He is laser focused on giving you the photos that you and your partner care about the...
most. He takes several hours pre-wedding to talk through what is most important for the flow of the day, what matters most to you, and how to make the day less stressful. On the day of, he was so calm and clear, and he and his 2nd Tom were fantastic at being true flies on the wall. The photos are GORGEOUS, and the amount of beautifully framed candids is really impressive. He totally captured the spirit, joy and love of the day. I would recommend him to anyone looking for organic and meaningful photos that tell a story.
Reviewed On 5/17/2022 by Lucia B
I am not sure where to begin as I can hardly come up with the words to describe how happy we are that we found and booked JD Land as our wedding photographer! From the moment we met him we knew his hands off/ REAL candid/photojournalism was exa...
ctly our style. Fast forward to 2020 pandemic chaos, JD was by far our BEST and most accommodating vendor when it came to rescheduling our wedding, we couldn't be more grateful for his character and integrity during this time. When we finally got to have our 2021 NYE wedding, he and Tom couldn't have done a better job capturing everything from the most intimate and special side moments to the important formalities and the party. I 15/10 recommend Salt and Sonder Studios! We now have the most incredible collection of photos to look back on for a lifetime.
Reviewed On 5/11/2022 by Rachel L
JD is the man! I found jd on instagram and had a zoom meeting with him. He answered all my questions and was very down to earth. If you search his instagram you will see all candid shots that he captured without telling people what to do. He...
is all about telling your day how it happened. No acting. Jd also does family portraits and a good amount of couple portraits. He tells you exactly how to stand without feeling awkward. Jd has a great personality and is a very calming photographer. He really knows how to handle the day with the perfect timeline. Book jd now. You won’t regret it. He is the real deal. No cheesy sit on the bed photos with him.
Reviewed On 1/17/2022 by Samantha B
JD was above and beyond anything I could have ever imagined in a photographer. He was so professional and courteous to what my husband and I wanted for our wedding day. My husband is not the best at smiling on command but he has a great natur...
al smile that you have to catch in the moment. JD did just that with so many amazing photos! JD’s attention to detail and being able to capture the big and little moments of our day has meant so much to us and we will be able to keep those memories forever with these photos.
Reviewed On 1/11/2022 by Rachel P
JD made a very difficult (covid) wedding a complete dream, leaving us with the most beautiful memories we could ever ask for! We had to reschedule our wedding day 3 times due to covid, and every time he was our first call. He was beyond accommo...
dating in offering openings, was always available to talk and honored his contract to a T! On top of that, he was incredible engaged with us, learning OUR love story, our family history, things we NEEDED, things we wanted, and things we didn't. On top of being the nicest guy there is, his photos are amazing! Every. Single. One. He has an amazing artistic eye, so listen to whatever he says, and you will never regret having him capture your special day. 12/10 would recommend.
Reviewed On 12/28/2021 by Colleen C
JD was amazing to work with and the photos exceeded my expectations. He was able to capture all of the important moments and emotions from the day. We really couldn't recommend him enough!
Reviewed On 10/25/2021 by Dakota D
My husband Lucas and I came across JD’s portfolio online after doing a search for photographers in our area. The moment we saw his photos we knew that we had to have him capture our wedding day. We fell in love with his photojournalistic style,...
where the photos captured moments in time, locking in those memories forever. We decided to book our engagement photos with him as well, which was wonderful. The day of the engagement photos was so hot and humid, but he made the experience fun and we both felt very comfortable in front of the camera. JD’s direction on poses were so easy to follow, we had such a hard time selecting just one picture for our save the dates! Fast forward months later, we found ourselves making the tough decision to postpone our big wedding until 2022 due to COVID. But after being together for almost 10 years, we decided we still wanted to get married and celebrate with immediate family and close friends on our original date. JD was ready to pivot with us! He made the whole process so simple and easy and we were happy to have him there for our minimony. Just like our engagement photos, we flipped through our wedding photos over and over, remembering instantly that day even months later. There were so many photos where we asked each other, “did you even know he was there?” JD captured our wedding day like a fly on the wall, and we were amazed at his creativity and eye for capturing wonderfully sweet moments. We are so excited to have him as part of our vendor team for our I Do Part 2 next year! JD takes the time to get to know you as a couple and help you plan out the photography from start to finish. If you are in the process of looking for your wedding photographer, look no further, you found him!
Reviewed On 8/06/2021 by Jacquelyn D
Our experience with JD at Salt & Sonder was flawless. We booked JD initially for our September 2020 wedding; but, obviously COVID had other plans. Rescheduling to July 2021 with JD was super easy and seamless. You can tell from very early o...
n that JD cares very much about his craft and making sure he's capturing the moments that mean the most to you. Me and my husband filled out many surveys and had detailed conversations with JD about our families, our vision, and what the overall day would and should look like. I felt extremely confident going into our wedding day that, despite never meeting him, JD understood and knew me & my husband, and he was going to produce a really solid story for us. Our wedding day was awesome. JD and the second photographer, Megan, were on top of their game. They were there—but never in the way. JD paid attention to all of the little things I mentioned (i.e. I prefer to stand on one side over the other, make sure my strapless dress was positioned correctly, etc.) and made sure all the little details were set. One of my favorite and most appreciated things about JD on our wedding day and during the planning process was his opinions. I know that may sound weird, but we worked with so many vendors that would reply with, "whatever *you* want" when I asked a question/their opinion. I always wanted to be like, "aren't you the professional!?" JD, on the other hand, always confidently and appropriately gave his professional opinion. This was SUPER helpful in general - and especially on a day as crazy and nonstop as your wedding day when you have to make tons of spur-of-the-moment decisions. I truly can't say enough awesome things about Salt & Sonder. We received a few photos back so far, and they are just as I expected: beautiful, emotional, and tell a story. His photo journalistic approach is timeless and will never go out of style. We whole-heartedly recommend hiring JD for your wedding.
Reviewed On 7/06/2021 by Lauren G
We had such a wonderful experience working with JD and Salt & Sonder Studios! We are completely obsessed with both our engagement & wedding photos! JD's attention to detail is incredible and he was able to capture angles and photographs that...
are different than the traditional wedding photos and that is what we loved about him. Our absolutely favorite part was our sunset photoshoot at our wedding venue. It took less than 15 minutes out of the night and it was SO worth it. We were also appreciative by how accommodating JD was to the amount of pictures we wanted to have. We had many groups that we wanted to be photographed with and JD ensured that we got the shots that we wanted. He is extremely organized and helped to make this possible by having a meeting with us a few weeks before the wedding detailing his timeline and the types of pictures we wanted to include. Another component that we loved about JD and his services was how transparent he was. He was very honest about the length of time it would take to do certain shots and that helped us to make a decision as a couple on what mattered most to us. When it came time to make a decision he was extremely accommodating and kept reminding us that he was there for us and we could take as many or as little "formal" portraits as we wanted. This is a quality that we truly admired for our wedding day. An additional trait that we loved about JD and working with him is his creativity. What sets him apart from any other photographer is his attention to detail. When we received our photos, we loved how he was able to capture candid, and "true moments" of the day such as people laughing, hugging, dancing, talking, getting "teary eyed" etc. Those raw emotions that you feel on your wedding day can easily slip away with time, and JD was able to capture these moments that we now can look back on forever! These types of photos say so much more about your special day than the traditional "get together and pose" pictures. We had an absolute blast looking back at these photos, especially the dance floor pictures at our wedding reception. JD and his team completely captured the electric atmosphere! All in all JD is extremely flexible as he was able to capture both the traditional/formal as well as the candid moments of our wedding. We really loved how much he valued us as a couple and appreciated that he "checked in" on us throughout the day to ask how we were feeling. Very few vendors do that! He worked with us to make the vision for our photographs came to life. He is extremely talented and takes great pride in his work. This is shown by how immaculate our photos have turned out from the "getting ready" part of the day down to the very last song on the dance floor. He captured it all so that we can relive our dream day forever. We are so grateful that we have these memories captured and accessible to us thanks to JD and his team!
Reviewed On 6/25/2021 by Chris F
As advertised, JD and his crew were SENSATIONAL at our wedding in Cape May, NJ. Professional, always in the background but never out of touch, their photographers were cordial, kind, and very attentive to what the bride desired (which, as the g...
room, I can tell you was absolutely the right perspective). I highly recommend anyone and everyone who needs a photographer to consider this team!
Reviewed On 4/28/2021 by Nicholas W
Please take the time to read my review, I know it is long but I promise it’s got body behind these curves. Choosing a photographer for your wedding is not something you want to take lightly. Honestly, in some ways it’s kinda like getting marr...
ied!- you’ve made your decision and have those photos for life now! Pretty stressful stuff! Enter JD.. from the first contact my(now) wife (whoahhhh) and I had with JD we felt super comfortable, not only are all of his previous works amazing, and the exact photo journalist/non posed/not sweet 16 style we were after; but his attitude, attentiveness, and overall demeanor definitely helped us make our choice to “marry” JD! Every detail was spoken about and worked through, every option was presented and explained, and every small mention we made was thought through and presented back to us next time we spoke with a completed “how about this” concept. The forms and questionnaires he had us fill out were easy to understand, easy to complete and very thorough in their content. Fast forward to wedding day, there I am... pacing back and forth in the groom suite, nervous with anticipation for what is to be the biggest day of my life so far. In walks JD, cooler than the other side of the pillow, he introduced me to Nelly, (his second shooter for the day) and they got to work. Blending into the background, just as promised “you won’t even know I’m there”. JD went over to the bridal suite, and Nelly stayed with us guys, she also was able to answer every question, every concern and knew the days schedule like the back of her hand! You could tell they were totally prepared and had gone over every detail before arriving. Their preparedness relaxed me and made me less stressed. Our first look was amazing, both because of my stunning wife and because JD handled the situation in a very calm manor, explaining to us how the look works, and once we got to “normal” photos was very explanatory with how we should pose to make the shots the most appealing. Making funny faces along the way to ease our nerves. Photos with the bridal party were efficient and easy, he could read the vibes of each group, giving us direction he knew we’d be comfortable with. At no point with JD did I feel awkward or like he was asking us to do a pose that wasn’t “us” At the ceremony, JD once again lived up to his “you won’t even know I’m there” promise, the man moves around like Michael Jackson, Michele Kwan and Mohammed Ali combined. Amazing stuff! He knew exactly who we wanted those posed classic shots with after we said our “I do’s” and we ran through those like lightning allowing us to get to our cocktail hour and be able to enjoy it! Thus keeping another key promise JD made to us “you will make it to your cocktail hour” The rest of the night, honesty was a total blur, someone, somewhere sped up time and hours turned to minutes and I can’t say that I remember actually seeing JD besides for photos we had specifically asked for with family and friends. Which is EXACTLY what we were looking for, a photo journalist style wedding photographer to capture our day organically, not forced. To capture true emotion, reaction, love and interactions between our guests and us. I will recommend JD to anyone who is looking for a wedding photographer. An amazing photographer, and amazing person and truly a pleasure to work with, and have capture our day in photos that we’ll look at for the rest of our lives.
Reviewed On 2/15/2021 by Halcyon P
We feel so grateful and so lucky that we were able to work with JD and Salt & Sonder Studio for our wedding this winter. JD was an extremely professional, creative, attentive, supportive, and just plain ol' fun photographer to work with from s...
tart to finish, and our final results were truly magical. His photos are real and intimate, capturing all the emotions of the day (the nerves, the celebration, the joy, and the love) with his trained photojournalistic eye. Everything from the months of lead up prep, the day-of management and direction, to the post-wedding thrill of seeing our photos was a joy with Salt & Sonder. We can't recommend them enough! We approached JD about capturing our small, pandemic wedding (backyard at our home with close family members) and he instantly gave us brilliant ideas for not just how to photograph the day but also how to position and time our events for the best images. He checked in with us often, taking time to talk though specifics and the run of the day, and also working with us on weather contingencies. We also appreciated that he was incredibly safe and conscientious, and not only knew all the COVID-19 guidelines but worked with us to make sure everyone attending was 100% protected. On the day, JD was a brilliant director, working with us to make sure we got every single shot on our wishlist. He was also great with our family and made them feel comfortable while also being flexible when they had extra photo requests. And after the day, JD was communicative and speedy with our final photos, delivering a beautiful gallery of images as well as a moving slideshow of the day for us to enjoy again and again! Thank you JD for helping us make such beautiful memories of our special day!
Reviewed On 12/09/2020 by Devon V
Planning a wedding during a pandemic is hard but planning two is pure insanity. Salt and Sonder was our first vendor decision back in 2018 when we first began planning our 2020 wedding. They were first hired by our friends and we were absolutel...
y in awe of the moments they captured and the memories they were able to frame. We knew they had the talent but we didn't expect the over-communication, detailed inquiries required for personalized shots, and most of all, professional care and patience. All of which is impossible to come by in such an unreliable year. JD took the time to understand us so well that come day-of, when you're pulled in every direction, they knew where to be, who to communicate with, and how to maneuver around a 20+ person wedding party. JD and his assistant, Tom's calmness was infectious, which put us at ease and I'm sure, captured a perfect cycle of emotions as the day went on. When 2020 gave us every excuse to lower our expectations, Salt and Sonder was sure to keep raising the bar.
Reviewed On 10/12/2020 by Lauren-Marie M
JD is an amazing photographer and human! My husband and I fell in love with his work the moment we saw it and fell in love with him the moment we met him! JD is patient, kind, calm, professional, diligent and hard working. He cares about his w...
ork and the couples that he is working with and he goes above and beyond to meet your needs throughout the entire planning process. He is excellent at communication and never left us waiting. He answered all of our questions throughout the 2 year planning process and was always willing to give us honest advice on any questions that we had. I have a lot of anxiety and I wanted everything to be perfect. JD was such a calming presence throughout our entire planning process and on our wedding day. We trusted him 100%. We felt like we knew him for years so we were completely comfortable with him being there for every important moment of our wedding day. JD worked with us ahead of time to get an idea of the most important aspects of the day so he could be sure to capture all of our most important moments. He is a true photojournalist so he does an excellent job at capturing all of the amazing moments happening throughout your day to tell your story rather than wasting time staging pointless photos of inanimate objects. He worked well with our videographer and all of our other vendors. Once things were rolling, we barely noticed him throughout the ceremony and reception...which is his goal. He lives for candid shots but will do all of the portraits that you want. He did a great job keeping our portraits moving in the church so we could waste as little time as possible. Our couples portraits in the city are breathtaking. He put together a highlight video that brought me to tears the first 20 times I watched it. I've shared it with people that weren't at our wedding and they said they felt like they were there...which is another goal of his...to tell your story from beginning to end so those that missed it will feel like they were there and you can relive your day forever and ever. JD knew how important the famous City Hall shot was to my husband and I and he captured the most epic City Hall shot we've ever seen! It is the perfect representation of us and I will cherish it for the rest of my life. We will cherish all of the photos for the rest of our lives. I could go on for another 20 chapters about how much we appreciate JD. He is kind, genuine, professional and beyond talented. His work is high quality and he will always make you feel like you are his number one priority. You only get married once and your photographer is one of the most important vendors you will book because they will preserve all of your memories so you can relive your wedding day for the rest of your life. JD is the best there is! If you want beautiful, amazing wedding photographs, don't hesitate...book him today!!!! Thank you so much for everything, JD!!! You rock!!!!!!
Reviewed On 2/06/2020 by Ashley N
JD and Tom were fantastic. When JD arrived at my house the morning of the wedding he just blended into the room as if he knew us all for years, it was nice how comfortable he was in his role. He also chimed in at the perfect times with advice ...
and help, like warning us that the flowers would be wet, so to be prepared with paper towels before taking out of the box, or helping us put the boutineers on the men. I didn't care much for portrait photos but our parents did. He did a great job accommodating us both. Our day was colder than planned, he was able to get photos of our bridal party outside, in city hall, as fast as possible, while also getting all the necessary photos. JD and Tom were so easy to talk to and have our photos taken by them. My husband and I can be a little awkward in front of the camera but the guys did a great job putting us at ease, even with the below 40 degree weather. JD stayed in communication with our Videographer, who was late to the photoshoot, but it was so nice that JD covered this communication so I didn't have to nor did I have to appoint anyone in my bridal party to handle. They captured over 1000 photos for us (after we requested they stay an extra hour, which was well worth the additional money). Tom was a great addition to the event. Many of our guests commented to us how much they loved Tom. JD had our photos to review in 2 months, which was much quicker than a lot of people I know had to wait. The pictures were gorgeous. He walked us through the entire process to pick out photos for our albums. Gave us pointers, advice, and direction to ensure we get the album to really tell our story. We are very grateful for all of our vendors, but photos were a top priority for me and we are so please that we went with Salt & Sonder. We cannot wait to get our albums back. Thank you JD and Tom.
Reviewed On 12/04/2019 by Meredith p
JD is talented, professional, thorough and cool to be around. He took time to get to know us as a couple and he went through our day of timeline a few weeks before our wedding. I chose him after seeing awesome shots he did of a wedding at the v...
enue we chose. After looking at those photos, I noticed he was my friend’s wedding photographer and I loved her photos. I would recommend JD to anyone that wants a relaxed and comfortable wedding day! He has a great eye for cool shots and he is not intrusive at all! He also was super helpful and organized which made family formal photos go really smoothly and quickly!! My husband and I enjoyed working with JD and we also enjoyed his assistant, Tom!
Reviewed On 11/21/2019 by Caitlin J
JD is an outstanding photographer and worth every penny. Receiving our photos and then our album later in the mail allowed us to re-live our wedding day in such a special way, because JD captured all kinds of special, beautiful, funny, and tou...
ching moments that didn’t sink in at the time. JD promised us we wouldn’t notice he was there and it was absolutely true - aside from formal shots, we truly forgot we were being photographed. That led to stunning photos of private moments between myself and my husband (with permission given in advance to shoot anything and everything) that look like they belong in an art gallery, as well as amazing candid shots which truly captured people’s raw emotion. The photos are breathtaking. JD’s photos are more artistic and creative than most wedding photographers by a long shot. JD is also really easy to work with and attentive, making sure to cover all the important people and details you want. I would highly recommend JD for your wedding, we are so happy we used him!
Reviewed On 11/17/2019 by Alexi K
JD was incredible to work with from start to finish. We loved that he hosted an introductory call well in advance of the wedding to get to know us as a couple and learn the people and moments that were most important to us on our wedding day. H...
e is extremely friendly and attentive. From the moment we met him, we had complete confidence that he was taking the time to understand our vision. JD has a special talent for being able to anticipate and capture the most intimate and candid moments of your wedding day. If you want natural photos that capture the raw emotion of your day without seeming posed, he is hands down the photographer you are looking for. Some of our favorite shots were pictures we didn't even knew that he took, as he manages to blend into the room seamlessly. When it was time for posed family photos, JD was able to effectively corral family members in a friendly and efficient manner so that we could get back to celebrating as soon as possible. Finally, we can't say enough good things about the care he puts into the photo reveal. Champagne, a beautiful slideshow, and a detailed conversation about package options without ever trying to up sell or pressure you into buying products that you're not interested in. This is where his artistic talent shines -- he was extremely effective in helping us develop a vision for our album and explaining why some photos were better than others (when they're all great, it's hard to pick!). Would recommend JD in a heartbeat.
Reviewed On 11/16/2019 by Emily M
JD was hands down one of the best decisions we made in regards to our wedding. He was able to capture the beauty of the day and tell it like a story without being invasive or intrusive. He takes the time to get to know his couples and figure ou...
t what matters most to them. On the day of, JD was professional and captured all the best moments. BOOK SALT AND SONDER... you won’t regret it.
Reviewed On 9/09/2019 by Jillian S
My husband and I instantly fell in love with JD's work when I came across his page on The Knot. We had met with several other photographers, but hadn't found "the one" yet. When we met with JD we knew that he would be perfect for us. He is extr...
emely personable and easy to work with. He will advocate for whatever you need to make your day special and his work is absolutely incredible! Highly recommend Salt & Sonder!
Reviewed On 8/16/2019 by Liz D
There are no words to express how grateful and happy we are to have JD photograph our wedding day. Aside from being super cool, he captured some of the best moments throughout the day. His style and ninja approach to getting them is outstanding...
. One in a million! Check out his photos then get him! Worth it and every time you look at your photos, you’ll agree with yourself that you made the BEST CHOICE!
Reviewed On 8/01/2019 by Christina D
JD was amazing to work with throughout the whole process. He was really attentive during the planning and spent a lot of time getting to know us and what was important to us on our day. During the wedding day, it was like hanging out with an ...
old friend. He was really fun to be around and gave us great direction since we are on the awkward side. He kept us on schedule and the day after we had multiple people give us compliments about him. We received our preview pictures are were absolutely blown away. He completely captured the journalistic style we were looking for and were thrilled with the thank you card pictures he sent. He is extremely talented and I would highly recommend hiring him for your day. Thanks so much JD! We are your biggest fans!
Reviewed On 7/11/2019 by Mallory H
We could not have been happier with our wedding photography! From start to finish, JD and his team were professional and really helped my vision for our wedding photos to come to life. My now-husband is someone who was not too excited about wed...
ding photos, and even he cannot stop looking at the result. JD took the time to learn more about each of us and what was important to us about our day, and to capture all the little moments and people that truly mattered. I would highly , highly recommend!
Reviewed On 6/27/2019 by Joanna P
My husband and I felt that choosing the right photographer would be one of the most important decisions that we made when it came to wedding vendors. From the day that we met JD, we knew that he was the man for the job and more than up for the ...
task. The process that he followed to get to know us as a couple and hone in on the little details that were most important to us was amazing. He truly captured the ambience of the day and was hardly even seen and was never in the way. I am astonished at the stunning photos that encapsulate the genuine energy and love shared with our family and friends. The photos that you have once your wedding day is over are some of the only tangible memories that you have to look back on from the most special day of your life, and we are so thrilled to have JD’s artwork decorating the walls of our home. I would highly recommend Salt and Sonder Studios to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.
Reviewed On 5/10/2019 by Steven C
JD was awesome to work with! From our first meeting, we knew he not only cared about doing a great job, but also cared about us as a couple. We loved JD's portfolio because he captures the candid moments of a wedding; the moments that are so sp...
ecial because they happen organically. Our wedding day was beautifully photographed because JD has an eye for capturing the best, most special moments. He is honest, personable, and only wants the best for his couples. It is evident he is a master at his craft and we can't thank him enough for helping make our memories last forever.
Reviewed On 3/30/2019 by Dawn J
One of the most important things to me for my wedding was the photographer and after doing so much searching I stumbled upon JD at Salt and Sonder, literally the best find ever!!! What compelled me towards choosing JD was obviously his photos b...
ut also his amazing personality, he was very honest and just so relaxed about everything, ensuring me he could get all the elements we were looking for on our wedding day. Our photos came out absolutely stunning, I can’t even say how many times I have gone through them, and he also made the process of designing an album with him so incredibly easy. Everytime we look through our photos we relive our wedding day and it’s the best feeling in the world. We are so happy we chose Salt and Sonder to document our day, I can’t wait for more reasons to book him in the future! If you want stunning, genuine photos definitely use Salt and Sonder, my maid of honor even tried to book him for her wedding after spending the day with him and seeing his photos but he books up fast!!! Most people say a wedding day is only one day, and it really is the best day ever, but when you can relive it through your photos you feel like it never ended, thank you so much JD you are the best!!!
Reviewed On 2/07/2019 by Meredith H
I cannot even begin to put together a review for how amazing our photographer, JD, was. We were looking for someone who truly was a documentary/photojournalistic style photographer. We wanted real moments captured, not posed photos that look un...
natural later. And this is exactly what we got. Our photos are incredible. They provide a true look at the nervousness, the joy, the tears, the laughs and everything in between. I am able to relive every moment of our day looking at our photos. And amazingly, JD was totally unobtrusive the entire day. He caught some of the most amazing moments and I don't know where he was when he captured them. He is truly talented and has an eye for a shot that I've never seen in wedding photography. I highly encourage you to check out his instagram account @saltandsonder because those pictures are truly representative of how he shoots. I can't thank him enough for the way that he captured such a momentous and important day for us. Would recommend over and over again.
Reviewed On 1/22/2019 by Rachel C
JD was the first vendor my husband and I met with in person when planning my wedding and from the moment we met him, we knew he was our guy. Not only was I drawn into his style of photojournalism, but he is a super down to earth professional as...
well which made the whole process so much easier. JD has such a unique style that I instantly knew I wanted to capture my day. He doesn't just pose you to look picture perfect, rather he captures the raw emotions of the day and all the moments that go beyond the surface. The overall quality of his photos are nothing short of outstanding. He traveled to NY for our engagement photos and we were in total communication leading up to the day to make sure everyone was on the same page. There is such a comfort with JD that you can truly just enjoy the day and know that he and his team will capture each moment that makes the day special without being intrusive. I highly recommend JD to any bride and groom that want more than just wedding photos, JD truly goes above and beyond in telling your unique story of the day.
Reviewed On 12/28/2018 by Brittany B
I can’t say enough amazing things about JD and his work. I didn’t even look at any other photographers because I knew the moment I saw JD’s work he was the person I wanted to capture my day. He captures every moment from start to finish. Every ...
single photo I received back made me laugh, cry, and completely relive the day. He caught moments that I didn’t expect and that I didn’t remember happened, all while being completely out of the way. Seriously, I didn’t know he was even around during these moments. JD captured my husband and I being our complete, truest selves. He followed through with my small requests and the rest I just let him do his thing. JD really knows how to tell a story through photos. These aren’t just wedding photos, they’re works of art. If you are looking for a photographer to give you all the “traditional” pictures, the beautiful little candid moments, AND the epic shots, look no further. Oh and he even makes an amazing slide show for you to keep!! Hands down a true professional photo journalist and artist!!
Reviewed On 11/12/2018 by Dianna M
JD is seriously the best. He is so easy to work with and his photographs speak for themselves. I am beyond happy with my wedding photos, album, and wall art. He makes everything about wedding photography stress-free!
Reviewed On 10/30/2018 by Adina R
JD was, by far, our favorite vendor (and person) to work with before, during, and after the wedding. We researched all of our vendors extensively, and we were so impressed by the richness of JD's photos. After talking to him on the phone, we ...
knew we wanted to book him immediately because of how easygoing, good-natured, and professional he was in talking us through our options and giving us a preview of what working with him throughout the wedding process would be like. JD was integral in helping to craft our pre-wedding timeline, and he did a fantastic job suggesting ideal spots for our first look and bridal party photos, as well. At the wedding itself, JD was so relaxed in the bridal suite, allowing my bridesmaids and me to have a fun morning while still capturing all of the important shots. During the ceremony and reception, it was like JD wasn't even there - in a good way. Unlike most weddings we've been to, where it is impossible to look in any direction without seeing a giant tripod and an intrusive photographer, JD documented the night as it happened. While we of course have our fair share of formal photos and group shots, we also have unbelievable candids that truly capture how much fun we and our guests were having. JD did not miss a trick, and we were so thrilled that all of the most vivid moments that were in our heads after the wedding were also captured by JD's camera. Maybe most importantly, several of our guests told us that they didn't feel the need to take out their phones to take selfies because JD always seemed to be in the perfect spot to get the shot. Post-wedding, JD sent us our photos very quickly and helped put together an amazing album that we are very proud to show off to family and friends. We would not hesitate to recommend JD. He is a phenomenal photographer and was a great presence to have on hand the day of the wedding.
Reviewed On 10/30/2018 by Megan G
We are very happy that we selected JD as our wedding photographer and would highly recommend working with him. It can be easily seen from his portfolio that he has a distinct style, one that stands out from other wedding photographers. This is...
why we selected him, as we had the New York City skyline as our backdrop. He did not disappoint. The photos are amazing as he managed to capture both the dramatic skyline and the emotion on everyone’s faces. We were also surprised by the photos captured throughout the day. At times it looks like we were posed in perfect lighting, but we were completely in the moment and didn’t even know he was there. In addition, JD was easy to work with and calming and helpful with advice on what can be a chaotic day.
Reviewed On 10/23/2018 by Casey K
We honestly can't say enough good things about JD and his work. He helped me get through the emotional roller coaster of a rainy wedding day. Let's just say the rain didn't (at all!) align with my original vision. He knew how difficult it was f...
or me, but kept reassuring me that rainy days make for the best photos. He proved that to be true as some of the outdoor shots are absolutely breathtaking. JD has been extremely helpful and hands-on with us figuring out our wedding album and even created a beautiful slideshow with music for us to share with our friends and family. JD's positivity, creative eye and ability to capture truly special candid moments set him apart from other wedding photographers. We love JD and would highly recommend him to anyone searching for an awesome wedding photographer with a unique perspective!
Reviewed On 10/08/2018 by Regan D
Like many couples I've spoken with, my now husband and I decided to prioritize the photography in our wedding budget. By all accounts, the wedding day was expected to be "a blur", and we wanted to be able to look back over our wedding photos an...
d relive the day and maybe discover some moments we missed ourselves! JD of Salt and Sonder Studio (previously Two15 Photography) specializes in photojournalism and is an expert in candid photography. Unlike other self-proclaimed photojournalists, JD actively frames and composes shots as they are happening without interrupting the action. I believe he's developed this exceptional skill from his time taking wildlife photography (where you can't exactly walk up to the grizzly bear and politely ask it to shift a foot or two to the right). Even though the photos are candid (and we’ve all seen some pretty unflattering candid photos of ourselves), I’m amazed with how handsome/beautiful everyone looks in our photos. And to be completely honest, I don't remember even seeing JD during the wedding - you will not be interrupted so that you can live your perfect day. But rest assured – you will look natural and beautiful! JD’s wedding photos are not only beautiful, but they emote – they make you FEEL. JD really takes his time to get to know you and your wedding party and even your guest list, all in the pursuit of “hunting” down the most special moments on your day. By understanding the special relationships that make up your wedding day, JD is able to prioritize which moments to look out for and capture. So BE HONEST with JD and really think about who are the important guests at your wedding – he will genuinely take it to heart in constructing the story of your day! Keep in mind that JD is masterful at photojournalism and absolutely favors this style. I am thoroughly pleased with all of the portrait photos from our wedding, but there isn’t a lot of variety because we breezed through the formal portraits. If I’m being completely honest, I think I would’ve liked a little more time to try different poses during this session BUT this is NOT JD’s fault! JD stuck to the schedule we discussed and agreed upon. Again, JD is flexible, accessible, and exceptionally talented, so be honest, communicate, and embrace his approach - I promise you’ll end up with the most beautiful visual retelling of your wedding day.
Reviewed On 9/20/2018 by Justine G
I am the bride reliving my wedding day a few years later & in love with our photos. My husband & I aren't the most comfortable taking photos but JD's easy going personality helped us along the way. He is a creative photographer, a true artist w...
ith a vision. If you are looking to capture all of the beauty from your day, all the little things, he is your guy. For us, our wedding day was a blur, a beautiful blur, & JD captured it perfectly. A million thank you's, JD! Justine & Ryan
Reviewed On 9/03/2018 by Ami B
You will not find a better photographer than JD of Salt & Sonder Studio. His photos are of award-winning quality, full of life, energy and movement and capturing the spirit of the moment, in such a fresh and innovative way. He photographed my...
daughter's wedding at Ballroom at the Ben in June - most of the time, I was not even aware that he was there and then I would hear a little click of the shutter. He was incredibly easy to work with, calm and easy-going and extremely professional. His photos completely blew us all away and created a lasting memory of a beautiful day.
Reviewed On 8/14/2018 by Matthew C
Did such a great job capturing all the moments of our special day! JD was fabulous to work with and made it so there was one less thing to worry about, especially with the requests from our families. I urge everyone to go with JD and you will...
not be disappointed. We ordered a portrait which came out amazing and I am speechless over how well our album looks and the quality.
Reviewed On 8/14/2018 by Bridget D
JD is a real artist and captured our wedding day in the most beautifully candid photos I've ever seen. He captured every moment- big and small, in an authentic way. He also did a tremendous job with our portraits and made us a beautiful canvas ...
from one of our favorite photos. The album he created for us will be treasured for years to come. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!
Reviewed On 8/11/2018 by Meghan R
JD was incredible. I've looked at our wedding photos about a thousand times since we received them, and I love every one of them. Before the wedding day, JD scheduled a talk with me and my husband to talk about what mattered to us, and I though...
t that was so thoughtful and helpful to really articulate what we wanted to see in the photos. He also scheduled phone calls with our parents to see what they valued as well. My husband and I were drawn to JD because of his photojournalism style. We did not want uncomfortable, awkward, posed shots - we wanted someone who would follow us around the day and capture real moments. JD's attention to detail was incredible, and the way he frames photos is unique and just exquisite. He and Tom (the second photographer for the day) were so great on the day of. JD was organized and clear with the few directions he gave for the family portraits. Beyond that, he was a fly on the wall and completely unobtrusive. We also never felt insecure because his camera has no shutter sound, so you can't hear the camera clicking away. We loved that he captured all the transitions of the day, so you could really relive the entire experience while looking at the photos. It was also so fun going to JD's studio to drink champagne and laugh and cry while watching his slideshow and then going through each photo. We ended up buying one of his albums - it was too irresistible to pass on, and I liked that some of the proceeds go to environmental causes. 10/10 would recommend - can't say enough good things about JD.
Reviewed On 8/05/2018 by Jaime G
JD was an absolute pleasure to work with from the very first time we contacted him through receiving our wedding album. When we met JD during our engagement shoot, we knew then and there that he was the perfect photographer for us. His easy g...
oing personality made being in front of the camera fun and helped us feel very comfortable. The way he was able to capture the moments is truly wonderful. The day of the wedding, JD and his team were very professional, on time, and were able to capture every moment we had discussed previously, and some. Him and his team truly have a talented eye and in turn delivered the most amazing photos that we absolutely love!!! We were and still are delighted with the results we received and would highly highly recommend JD and Salt and Sonder as your photographer if you want amazing memories to remember for years to come!
Reviewed On 6/23/2018 by Drew B
If you're reading this review I'm going to save you time in the wedding planning process and tell you to stop right now and book Salt & Sonder Studio. It was hands down the best decision we made in the whole process. My husband and I are not po...
se-y people and in scrolling through the insane amount of options for photographers I kept getting frustrated because I couldn't imagine posing like that and having it actually look like a real or good picture. JD's magic is that he captures the DAY and all of the emotion and wonderful moments that you actually want to remember. He was amazing to work with, and really took the time to get to know the two of us and what we wanted out of the day. I hardly even realized he was there on our actual wedding day because he was so unobtrusive, too. His personalized delivery of our pictures and album too was above and beyond, but I shouldn't have been surprised. He is truly an artist and his pictures amazed us and everyone we've shown them to. JD, you are incredible and were the best decision Dave and I made. I couldn't be happier with our decision and we LOVE having your pictures to look back on to remember our amazing day. Thank you!! Book him ASAP if you are reading this, you won't be sorry :)
Reviewed On 6/04/2018 by Dave B
We could not have asked for a better experience with JD! He is so incredibly creative and talented! My wife and I were speechless, smiling ear to ear when we saw our wedding photos that JD took! We LOVED the raw emotion you could see in all of...
the photos he took! Throughout the entire process, he was very personable and fun yet professional. He was very proactive when it came to the planning process, and quickly responded if we had any questions for him. We really appreciated his creative candid approach to wedding day photography and can't wait to work with him again in the future!
Reviewed On 1/15/2018 by Maria C
JD was such a fantastic photographer. After seeing his work on his website I knew this was the style we were going for and when we met in person, it sealed the deal that he needed to be our photographer. He is very approachable and easy to get...
in touch with. He makes sure he knows exactly what you want captured on your big day. When we received our photos we could not have been more happy with the final product! The photos were absolutely stunning. We can't wait to see the albums! I would highly recommend Two15 Photography! It was an excellent experience working with JD.
Reviewed On 1/04/2018 by Karen S
JD is simply the BEST! I saw his pictures and I told myself this will be the person to capture my day, and I'm not disappointed. He is so talented and captures beautiful pictures. He is not your regular photographer that will tell you to pose, ...
he will take the picture just like they happen. He took incredible pictures that will always remind me how perfect my wedding day was!
Reviewed On 10/23/2017 by Lauren S
My husband and I cannot say enough good things about JD and Two15 Photography. Our entire experience, from first contact through the final album edits, was nothing short of perfect. JD was friendly and approachable, as well as extremely talente...
d! He listened to our expectations for our wedding day photography and created a package to fit our exact needs. He was always reachable in the weeks and days leading up to our wedding, which definitely relieved some of our stress. On the actual wedding day, JD and his second shooter Tom were positive and truly excited to be part of our day. They were great at staying out of focus while capturing special moments in our day - sometimes we forgot they were even there! JD got our photos to us as well as an album layout in the time he promised, and as we made adjustments to our album layout he was prompt and paid attention to every detail. If you are looking for someone to capture your day with a photojournalistic eye and a candid feel, JD at Two15 is your best bet! We are so thankful to have found him right here on The Knot!
Reviewed On 10/09/2017 by Amanda G
My now-husband and I fell in love with JD's work when we were looking for a wedding photographer. We wanted photos that were unique, modern and interesting, not the usual boring, cheesy wedding photos. So when we browsed JD's gallery online, we...
immediately knew he was exactly what we were looking for. He's not just a "wedding photographer" - he's an artist. But it wasn't until we Skyped with him the first time that we realized not only is he incredibly talented, he's also super genuine, sweet, and easygoing. Our wedding was at the Franklin Institute in Philly, and they let you take photos in the exhibits. On his own time, JD went and scouted it out ahead of time to find the best spots for photos. They had a mirror maze, and he had a friend stand in for us in order to test potential shots. That really went above and beyond. So on our wedding day, he already had tons of amazing ideas. (The mirror maze made for an unbelievably cool photo.) He and his second shooter, Jen, were so calm and on top of things on the wedding day that it made everything easy and really fun. We took some formal portraits with the parents, siblings and wedding party - which came out gorgeous - but mostly we wanted quirky, interesting posed shots and documentary-style candids, which is really their specialty. Our ceremony was in a very dark planetarium, which is incredibly difficult to photograph (I've seen it done badly a lot). JD went there ahead of time, too, to check lighting and make sure he had everything set perfectly, and those photos came out *stunning*. I've honestly never seen anything like them - unreal. Throughout cocktails and the reception, JD and Jen were totally inconspicuous, but managed to capture the feel of the entire night. Now my husband and I look at our photos every single day. They are beyond beautiful - perfect memories. When the wedding is over, the photos are all you have left (besides, you know, the marriage), so I think it's so important to choose a great photographer. If you're looking for photos that go beyond the traditional, that really capture your spirit as a couple, and are themselves works of art, JD and Two15 will be the best decision you make!
Reviewed On 10/07/2017 by Debra S
Bringing JD on as part of our wedding was one of the best decisions we made through the whole process. His professionalism, calm and confident nature, and always helpful attitude were absolutely incredible and invaluable to us. The finished pr...
oduct was better than we could have ever imagined. His talent is unparalleled and he captured so many moments in such a natural way - and without imposing on any part of the celebrations. I can guarantee that you will feel equally as thrilled and grateful for his artistic vision and capabilities. Thank you, JD, for just being the absolute best as a professional and as a calming force throughout the whole planning process. We are forever grateful to you for capturing our memories.
Reviewed On 10/05/2017 by Danielle R
JD is incredible. If you are looking for perfectly-posed, filtered, airbrushed photos, he is NOT your guy. If you are looking for a real, photo-journalistic recount of your wedding day, you won't find a better photographer. JD is such a talent...
ed artist. He has an unmatched ability to capture raw emotion and every one of his photographs tells a story. During the wedding planning process, he was quick to respond and answered all of my questions promptly. He made sure that I was comfortable leading up to the day of my wedding, and on my wedding day, I barely even knew that he was there. It was perfect. I was very upset about my hair and makeup and dresses and the way that a lot of the details of the weekend turned out. JD's pictures allowed me to look past all of the surface-level elements and see the raw, beautiful, emotions that encapsulate the true meaning of our wedding day. I was not happy with all of my vendors....but JD is one that I would recommend time and time again.
Reviewed On 10/05/2017 by Christine T
Amazing!!!
Reviewed On 10/05/2017 by Guillermo K
JD was amazing. I love his style of photography and working with him was a lot of fun. The engagement shoot was a fun experience, he has a great personality, a great eye, is incredibly creative and makes you feel at ease. Working with his partn...
er they did an amazing job of capturing the happiest moments of our wedding and really working hard to capture the intimate interactions of my wife and me.
Reviewed On 10/05/2017 by Karen K
Working with Two15 and JD was great every step of the way, from our engagement photos all the way through creating our album. I could not have asked for a better experience than what JD provided. All of our interactions felt very personal, and ...
JD paid specific attention to all of our requests. JD took the time to get to know us and our style so that all of the photos really fit us. JD is very creative in setting up beautiful shots, and he also pays close attention to capture those special unexpected moments. I would highly recommend Two15 photography to anyone.
Reviewed On 5/21/2017 by Emily G
I saw JD's work years before I was engaged at a bridal show I went to as a bridesmaid. I knew right away he was the one I wanted to shoot at my wedding. Three years later I booked him. JD has a great eye for incredible shots. At our venue, ...
he had ample ammo to shoot from many beautiful locations. We had some idea on where we wanted to shoot and JD honored them, but also found some of his own places to shoot. From the beginning, JD was ready to go. He listened to what we wanted, and guided us through on what were were unsure about. Fighting some morning rain, he had some great ideas for shooting in the hotel before even leaving for the venue. JD was really relaxed, but very insightful. He knew what he wanted and was good at directing us. JD's second shooter Tom, was also fantastic! My husband and I were completely relaxed and at ease while working with him. Our previews were amazing! We are so looking forward to seeing all of our shots!
Reviewed On 5/16/2017 by Heather C
We are incredibly satisfied with JD and Justine. I worked mostly with JD who was very personable and professional. We meet via Skype since I live on the west coast. He listened to all of my requests and concerns. We then had a meeting in person...
when I was back east and then again Skyping before the wedding. Such a great feeling to know that your vendor cares especially when things are getting so crazy and hectic before the big day. The duo worked patiently and creativity throughout our wedding day. I'd have to admit that while waiting for our images I was really nervous! It was really important to me to document the day in an artistic but traditional light. When we received our images back (895!), we laughed and cried and couldn't have been happier!
Reviewed On 3/04/2017 by Courtney O
I first met JD as a fellow wedding professional and was instantly impressed. Not only was he extremely professional but obviously passionate about his work, it showed in his stunning photos! When I became engaged myself, JD was my first choice ...
to introduce to my fiancé as I trusted him and his work. My fiancé was just as impressed with JD and he was the first vendor we hired to share our wedding day... even before we had a date and venue! From our engagement photos, to planning, to communication, to day-of our wedding, JD was always there 110%. He made us, our families, and friends feel comfortable and encouraged us to enjoy the day naturally. When we received our photos, we were absolutely blown away! The moments he was able to capture and the way in which he captured them were unparalleled to anything I had seen before. It’s safe to say that JD will be our only recommendation to other couples and we will hire him to capture other big moments in our lives. THANK YOU JD and Two15!!!
Reviewed On 1/15/2017 by Krista M
For me, choosing my wedding photographer was the most important decision I had to make (besides choosing the groom), and I made the perfect choice with JD and Two15 Photography. From the moment I was in contact with JD, he took the time to answ...
er all my questions and helped address my concerns. JD's professionalism and expertise gave my husband and I complete confidence in his ability to capture our wedding day, and we were absolutely elated when we received our photos. JD captured our wedding day perfectly and our photographs turned out exactly as I had dreamed they would be.
Reviewed On 1/04/2017 by Isabelle S
If there was an option to give 10 stars, I would give JD (two15 photography) 12! I cannot begin to explain how thankful my husband and I were to have found JD, he was truly the light at the end of the tunnel. Throughout the wedding planning pro...
cess, finding the right photographer became a very daunting and frustrating task, I wasn’t drawn to anyones work, nor was I feeling the connection I was looking for. Of course, panic ensued, our date drew nearer and the pressure to find the perfect photographer mounted. I was on the brink of settling for less, thinking there wasn’t “the perfect photographer” out there, when I stumbled upon a photo taken by JD, I was hooked and immediately knew this was the photographer we wanted for our big day. From our very first exchange, to our wedding day and all the in-betweens, he far exceeded our expectations. Extremely professional, beyond talented, down to earth, charismatic, creative, a calming force…. he is all of these things and more. I am so thankful we didn't settle for less because the perfect photographer did exist!! JD (two15 photography) was the breath of fresh air we were looking for and I could not possibly imagine anyone else capturing the most important day of our lives, other than him. Thank you JD and two15 photography, for making our dreams come true and our hearts full every time we look at our photos. The Best!
Reviewed On 1/03/2017 by Chelsea C
Fantastic photography. I loved JD's non-invasive style of taking pictures and his quiet, calm presence. I almost forgot he and his assistant were there sometimes. Everything came out beautiful. Great pictures of all the classic things you'd wan...
t, and a number of priceless candids. Exactly what I was hoping for. I would definitely hire him again!
Reviewed On 12/14/2016 by Teresa G
My husband and I love our wedding pictures! My husband wasn’t too keen on investing on a photographer but fortunately I was able to talk him into it. From the beginning JD was very easy to work with. Any questions I had, he was always quick to ...
respond. The day of the wedding, I was freaking out a bit, (because my bridal party was running late), JD helped to keep me calm and give some direction without coming across as bossy. Once we finished taking the traditional pictures and the reception started, we didn’t even know JD and Austin were there. Our wedding was October 8th and JD emailed me on November 21st to tell me the pictures were ready. I’ve heard horror stories about wedding pictures taking months and months. JD was true to his work and had our pictures in 6 to 8 weeks. When we went to his studio to see the pictures, my husband and I were so happy. As many brides and grooms know, the day is a blur. We were able to see so many moments that we missed or forgot happened. : p My husband said at least 50 times how great the pictures were. Coming from a guy who wasn’t too interested in the photographer, that’s a big deal. I cannot say enough great thinks about working with JD. I highly recommend him and promise you won’t be disappointed.
Reviewed On 11/29/2016 by Marissa C
I receive compliments on our engagement and wedding pictures every time it comes up in conversation. JD is phenomenal. We knew we wanted a photographer that created special pictures as a way to remember our engagement and wedding day. His wo...
rk is above and beyond anything we could have asked for. From the first meeting with JD, we felt so comfortable and at ease with him. He had everything covered without us really needing to ask many questions. The day of our wedding - our bridal party couldn't stop raving about him either. He is the perfect photographer to work with on such a crazy and hectic day. He keeps you calm and knows exactly what needs to be done and gets it done so you can still enjoy your day. We are so happy and grateful to have these pictures to last for years and years to come.
Reviewed On 10/10/2016 by Amanda F
We could not have been happier through the entire process. From our initial consultation to opening up our wedding album for the first time, JD went above and beyond. He was so easy to work with and made us feel completely comfortable. He was ...
able to capture our wedding day perfectly without having us missing a beat and was always there to snap the perfect picture. All the photos came out better than we could have ever imagined!
Reviewed On 9/30/2016 by Megan H
Where to start with JD and Two15 Photography? Let me start at the very beginning of my wedding planning where for me, photography was one of the major things I cared about for my wedding day so I spent a ton of time researching different photo...
graphers. I found Two15's website and was absolutely in LOVE with all of JD's photos/work. I contacted him and to my dismay, he was booked on my original wedding date. A couple of unfortunate and life changing events happened in my family which made my Husband and I do a complete overhaul of our wedding plans including changing our location and wedding date. With this change, I figured I would reach back out to JD to see if by some miracle he was available, and he was! Not only was JD willing to come upto NYC on a Friday to capture our wedding day, but he was very open to doing just about anything we wanted to do since we were keeping the pictures pretty open and didn't have a formal plan as that's not really our style and the beauty of NYC is that there are so many places to take photos. JD was a such a trooper the ENTIRE day as we had him all over New York City including downtown in the Financial District, City Hall, on the Subway, Union Square Park, in our Church, in Grand Central, and finally at our wedding venue! JD captured the beauty of all of these places while creatively showcasing them in a new and different light, to the point that people, including New Yorkers, still cannot believe the magnificent shots he took at these NYC staples. JD was absolutely the best throughout the entire process, he was through, timely in his responses, and extremely laid back and open to doing what we wanted. I’m so glad it worked out that we were able to use him and am so in love with the way my photos turned out. He is the absolute BEST! I cannot recommend him highly enough! I’d love for him to relocate to New York so I can use him again for future photos.
Reviewed On 9/29/2016 by Alana R
JD did a fantastic job shooting our wedding. He was professional and on time. When I liked most was his style of photography.....I didn't want the cookie cutter photos that everyone else has! I highly recommend him... You won't be disappointed!...
Reviewed On 9/29/2016 by Jessica V
JD Land was referred to us by a close friend and without hesitation we hired him to handle our engagement photos and most importantly, our wedding on May 1, 2016. From our first meeting we knew immediately we were in great hands. It was like m...
eeting up with a longtime friend. We trusted him completely and we were not disappointed! JD's calm energy, professionalism, knowledge and passion for his work are evident and the photos are just breathtaking!!!! His attention to detail and ability to capture all the important small moments of the day allowed us to be fully present and just enjoy the time together with loved ones. We had a lot of family who are not normally photo people yet JD managed to capture them beautifully. In fact, so many of our favorite shots are candid photos that just effortlessly capture the moments whether it be hugs or subtle glances. What's even more amazing is he is able to do this without being intrusive. With his style and calming energy at times you forget he is even there. When we saw our wedding photos for the first time I cried, they were just stunning! JD is worth your financial investment and trust. He was prompt with communication, always on time, and organized. You won't just feel like another client, throughout the process he becomes a friend. I can't say enough positive things about him both as a photographer and a person. He is amazing, talented and passionate and we are so thankful to have invested in him for our wedding. We can't wait to see how our wedding album comes out!!!!
Reviewed On 9/27/2016 by Dorothy S
Hands down- AMAZING! Not only does JD capture the most perfect memories, the pictures are flawless. I felt like a princess on our wedding day but he made me look like a movie star in pictures. He will sure to be our photographer for many more m...
ilestones in our life.
Reviewed On 8/22/2016 by Tara C
I can not stop raving about my photographers! If was so amazing and so talented! We were extremely comfortable and so at ease shooting with him! I can honestly say he made sure the day went smoothly and perfect! From the first look to the photo...
booth everything was amazing and perfect!! Definitely would highly recommend them to everyone and anyone!!
Reviewed On 8/02/2016 by MacKenzie L
I cannot say enough wonderful things about working with Twisted Oaks and JD. All of our images are incredible, and JD himself was a pleasure to work with. He is so mellow and so easy to get along with! Truly, using this studio is the second bes...
t wedding decision I made, only eclipsed by saying yes to my wonderful husband!
Reviewed On 6/20/2016 by Marra M
Jay and Sandi Cassario of Twisted Oaks were amazing to work with! My husband and I met them in person in a more casual way the summer before we got married and just knew they needed to shoot our wedding which was held in Cape May, April of 2016...
. They are incredibly down-to-earth and so sweet! They fully understand what you want out of your day as far as photos and man, do they deliver!! They are comfortable to work with, which was important for my husband and I as we are not so comfortable with our photos being taken. They shoot the day of quickly, and it's not until you get all of your photos back (quickly on that too) that you are amazed by both what they captured and by the amount of photos you have to choose from. Every single one is a gem! Despite some questionable weather early on in the day, of my wedding, Jay and Sandi made it work and were patient with us and our entire bridal party for multiple location changes. On top of that, Jay was sick and still showed up and took amazing photos. You wouldn't even know they were there during the ceremony and reception. They got so many funny and wonderful candid images of our guests dancing and of moments that I didn't get to see because it's just a whirlwind of a day. I am trying to find an excuse in the future to work with them again! Every single photo I want blown up and printed on canvas hanging on my walls...we just don't have enough wall space for them. Definitely the best choice we made!
Reviewed On 6/08/2016 by Mackenzie M
First, let me start by saying that if I could give more than 5 stars, I would in a heartbeat. My wedding was May 27th and my photographers were Jay and Sandi Cassario. Not only did they photograph my wedding, but they shot our engagement phot...
os and a boudoir photo shoot for me. They are absolute professionals through and through, making me and my husband feel completely comfortable throughout the engagement shoot and the wedding, and making me feel comfortable and not at all self-conscious in my boudoir shoot. By the end of our engagement shoot, Jay and Sandi didn't even feel like our photographers anymore, but our very talented friends who we were lucky enough to have photograph us. We struck gold when we found Jay and Sandi on The Knot. I looked at the work of about 30 photographers before I discovered them, and their work does not disappoint. They have a way of capturing moments in a completely different light than what you would expect and everything comes out beautifully. I know nothing about photography, but I can tell you that whatever they are doing, they're doing right. All of the pictures I've seen of our wedding thus far, and the pictures they did for us before the wedding, were absolutely breathtaking. They take photos from interesting perspectives and angles, none of which I had seen with any other photographers before. I would hire them all over again if I could. To sum it all up, Jay and Sandi are the best decision I made for my wedding. To choose anyone else to take photos of your special day would just be a disappointment!
Reviewed On 6/03/2016 by chelsea g
I cannot begin to express how outstanding JD was on my wedding day. Now that it is all done and over with I am now looking at pictures and he told our story to clearly and artistically. Jd has an amazing talent and eye and from the minute he wa...
lked into the door he was scanning the entire area for the best and most creative pictures. I was worried at first because we had met once and hadn't spoken again until the wedding quickly approached. Jd put all my fears to rest showed his professionalism while promising he would tell our story exactly as it happened. The entire day was chaos and he was ready for the ride! Justine his assistant was amazing and handled the groom and his groomsman throughout the entire day. Having just gotten my pictures back it totally blows me out of the water to see how Jd captured the night. Every single picture is PERFECT! I am so so thankful for JD and Justine and how they helped capture such a special night for us.
Reviewed On 5/12/2016 by Casey W
JD and Justine photographed me and my husbands wedding in November of 2015. They were absolutely amazing and so fun to work with. I told JD on the phone I was he could capture whatever he wanted and wherever he wanted the day of the wedding and...
he captured everything, plus more. The wedding photos came out stunning. We also got three canvases made to put up and they are beautiful. The wedding album is honestly out of this world! I never saw a wedding album made the way ours was and its absolutely amazing!! They were so easy to work with and if we wanted a certain picture they were setting us all up no questions asked! I could not recommend a better photographer to capture the most important days of your lives that loves what he does and is amazing at what he does on top of everything else!
Reviewed On 12/09/2015 by Knottie74626391
We are so happy with our experience on many levels. First, JD's professionalism and demeanor completely put at ease. From our first sit down to discuss our wedding, to our amazing photoshoot, to the wedding day itself. JD's calm and friendly...
personality help you to relax and enjoy your day, and took a lot of stress away from us. Additionally, his photos are magnificent. We had a number of photographers at the weddings and friends who saw the photographs after the fact, and they were all blown away at our wedding pictures and engagement photos. They were beyond professional - they were works of art, and some of them belong on the front of magazines. We were so lucky to have found JD, and we could not have been happier with our experience.
Reviewed On 12/09/2015 by Lisa G
Jd was referred to me from a friend of mine who had recently got married. Her pictures we stunning and i felt i had to have him on my wedding day. Jd was so friendly and so easy to talk to. he made both my husband and myself feel comfortable. I...
was beyond blown away by the way that JD captured my wedding day. he caught moments between me and my husband that i couldnt even have dreamed about. I will be thankful forever for the amazing creative photographs he took that day. i literally recommend him to anyone i talk to. you will be amazed by his talent
Reviewed On 11/14/2015 by Emily E
JD Land was by far the best decision we made for our wedding, besides the decision to actually get married. He was a perfect fit for us and was exactly what we needed to capture and make our big day happen. JD went above and beyond his photogra...
pher duties to make us feel special. We love looking back at our pictures and reminiscing and it wouldn't have been possible without JD and his team. After attending another wedding a few months later, I really did realize how great JD was, (not that I didn't know already!), but the photographer of that wedding seemed very stressed and was all over the place that day. I felt so thankful for JD's calm demeanor and ability to make a bridezilla feel calm and comfortable as he did for my wedding day. He fit right into my family and friends and made everyone feel comfortable and that nothing could go wrong. He captured such beautiful moments between my mother and I that I truly believe is priceless. During the wedding, it was like he wasn't even there, but once we saw the pictures, it looked like he was everywhere. He and his team captured every angle, every shot possible, and even without video of that day, we felt like we were watching it all over again. I honestly can't say enough about JD. We felt like we found a friend in him and he is truly a genius at what he does. His uniqueness and creativity is unbelievable and his ability to stay calm and make everyone else around him feel calm when we all know weddings are anything but that, is priceless. Even after such an amazing day, he took my husband and I to the Camden waterfront to take breathtaking pictures, AFTER his time was "up" with us. He went out of his way to meet us down there and catch a few shots of us at with the city and bridge in the background. You'd be making a huge mistake if you didn't chose to work with JD and his team. They are out of this world, worth every penny, and will make sure you remember every second of your perfect, special day. THANK YOU JD!!! - Brian & Emily PS Sorry it took us so long, pregnancy brain has me forgetting to wear socks in the morning!!
Reviewed On 11/09/2015 by Michelle S
We had trouble finding the right photographer with our exact vision until we met JD! Our wedding was this weekend and so far, all of the photos we saw were amazing and exactly what we had hoped for! We can't wait to see the rest!!
Reviewed On 11/02/2015 by Raechal W
I met JD at a bridal show I just happened to go to with a friend. His work stuck out to me because it was artsy yet traditional. After meeting for coffee and discussing how he did things I was hooked. JD provides all the services I needed fo...
r the big day. He was very chill, which I needed for my husband (he hated having his pictures taken), and very organized/ direct. We decided on doing engagement pictures to get my hubby comfortable but also as a preview for what would come. I was so happy with them and even more excited for what the wedding pictures would bring. JD and his second did an amazing job at capturing every moment of the day. The moments where we weren't even posing were probably my favorite pictures of the them all. Most importantly JD established a great repertoire with my husband and allowed us to breeze through the pictures with no problems. I would recommend him to anyone planning a wedding. So far two of my friends and my brother have booked him and have been just as happy with his work as I was!
Reviewed On 10/27/2015 by Merry T
I can not put into words what an amazing job JD from Two Fifteen Photography/Twisted Oaks Studio did photographing our wedding this summer!!! In our initial consultation he put us at ease with how seamlessly he planned out our day, and after s...
eeing the gorgeous images displayed throughout his studio we knew that we needed for him to photograph our wedding. JD is incredibly organized and has an amazingly calm demeanor. He provided us with an idea of what images we should take and how the day should flow, but at the same time was completely open to any and all of our suggestions. We love EVERY SINGLE ONE of the images he took!!! He got all of the traditional wedding shots, and then he also took a lot of really REALLY creative shots. Like we can’t even believe that it’s us in some of them they look so amazing!!! We are both so glad that we chose JD to do our wedding photography, and we would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Reviewed On 10/20/2015 by Kelley P
I am so happy we chose JD to take our pictures for our wedding. He was so creative and gave us pictures that are unlike most. The quality of the pictures are phenomenal and he really listened to what we wanted. He helped make our day so much be...
tter! We can't thank him enough!
Reviewed On 9/28/2015 by Brett P
JD was the perfect photographer for our wedding. We were looking for someone who would be professional, yet friendly, down to earth, and most importantly, calm and relaxed on our wedding day, and he was all of these things. An assistant helped ...
and she was fun to work with as well. What we appreciated most though were the final pictures, and many of them were just absolutely breathtaking (check them out for yourself on his fb site) and better than anything we could have ever hoped for. They seriously belong in some kind of wedding magazine or something. Compared to most photographers, the rate was cheap but I imagine it won't stay that low for long. I'd highly recommend him for anyone seeking a photographer, and have already given his info to a few friends who have seen his work from that day and asked about him.
Reviewed On 9/17/2015 by Nicole C
We can't say enough great things about the work JD and Jay do. They left no detail untouched and were professional from start to finish. Their artistic visions are fabulous and they created memories that'll last a lifetime. Thank you SO much!
Reviewed On 9/16/2015 by Kim N
I found JD Land through the Knot when he was TwoFifteen Photography. He contacted me within hours of my email that I was interested in his work. After speaking with him that same day I knew that he was going to be perfect. He met up with us to ...
go through his portfolio and got to know us a bit better to see what we wanted. I expressed I loved the look of editorial pictures and boy did he deliver. He shot both our engagement shoot and wedding. I made our engagement photos into save-the-dates and people told me they thought they were a professional ad which just shows how beautiful and professional the pictures were. My husband hates taking pictures and we expressed that to JD. He is the easiest person to work with in the world. He makes the corniest jokes that you just can’t help to laugh and smile about. He knows all the right things to say and is always in a good mood and professional. I trusted him so much with the wedding I didn’t make a shot list and did not request any certain pictures because I already knew he was going to do a fabulous job. We also opted not to use a videographer so the pressure was on. My husband and I also would like to mention we barely even remember seeing him at the wedding yet he took so many pictures! He’s stealth and highly prepared, and quite the team player (we got attacked by a million mosquitos at our engagement shoot and I swear he pretended he was fine, I have scars to show for it haha). I just went through my wedding pictures and they are breath taking. They could literally be put in a magazine. My dress maker (Lazaro) has even requested to use JD’s pictures on their social media site! I would highly recommend JD from Twisted Oaks Studio over and over again. JD is worth every single penny and he is so creative its mind blowing. He pre-scoped out our venue wedding and was ready to take the most unique and creative pictures. He also kept us on schedule the entire time. JD is not only an exceptional photographer but he is a creative soul and a wonderful person.
Reviewed On 9/15/2015 by Rose C
We worked with Jay and Sandi Cassario, formerly Cass Imaging that are now a part of Twisted Oaks Studio, for both our engagement pictures and for our wedding. A few friends had recommended that I follow Cass Imaging on Facebook and I instantly ...
fell in love with their photography. Once we were engaged, I took a shot and emailed Jay and Sandi to see if hiring them was even an option since our wedding was out-of-state. Not only were they so accommodating, but their price was very reasonable. After meeting them officially in person at our engagement shoot, I knew we were going to have fun with them at the wedding. We were so thrilled with how our engagement pictures came out that we knew without a doubt, that we chose the best photography team for our wedding. We truly cannot say enough great things about Jay and Sandi. You can see the passion they have for photography and how much they enjoy what they do. On top of that, they are just two incredible people to be around! Their photographs are always stunning, creative, and breathe-taking. We have gotten a few teaser pictures of our wedding day thus far and are just completely blown away at how perfect they are! We highly recommend working with Twi