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SilchukMila is a deluxe wedding photography service based in Carmichael, CA. Founder and photographer Mila Silchuk is a skilled professional who looks forward to preserving all of the magic moments from your special day.
Mila is originally from Ukraine, and she has a wealth of experience as a professional wedding photographer. Her approach seamlessly combines timeless elegance with a modern feel, leaving you with images that are stylish, romantic, and candid. Mila loves working with couples, and she'll get to know you well before the big day to ensure you're comfortable in front of the lens.
Before you tie the knot, meet with Mila to discuss your photography needs for your wedding celebration. She'll craft a bespoke package that's tailored to your vision for the special day. Whether you're looking for an intimate boudoir session, a romantic engagement shoot, or day-after photography, Mila can deliver. Shortly after your wedding day, you'll receive your stunning photos in a digital gallery, ready to share with your nearest and dearest.
Hi, I’m Mila — a photographer and a mom.
Photography has been my passion for nearly 10 years. It’s more than a job — it’s how I connect with people and preserve the most meaningful moments of their lives.
I’m originally from Ukraine, and I’m proud to bring the heart, strength, and beauty of my culture into everything I do.
As a photographer, I’m honored each time someone trusts me to capture their love story, their laughter, their family history.
You’re here because you believe — just like I do — that photography matters.
Someday, you’ll look back at your photos and remember not just how it looked, but how it felt.
My goal is to create images that reflect real joy, real love, and real connection — the kind of photos you’ll treasure and want to share with your children, your family, and your future self.
Let’s create something beautiful together.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
38 reviews
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SilchukMila photography received glowing reviews for their exceptional talent, professionalism, and ability to capture genuine emotions in their photos. Reviewers praised the photographer, Mila, for her artistry, calming presence, and precise attention to detail during various shoots, including weddings, engagements, family portraits, and school events. Many highlighted how comfortable and at ease they felt during the sessions, resulting in stunning, vibrant, and emotionally-rich images that truly captured the essence of their special moments. Overall, SilchukMila photography was highly recommended for their outstanding work and memorable photography experiences.
Mariah M
Highlighted review.
5.0
9/23/2024
Oh Mila!!
Where do I start. You were absolutely AMAZING you were so professional and kind on my wedding day. I am so happy that I chose you and will be recommending anyone I can ...
to use your services. If I could give you 10 stars I would. Thank you thank you THANK YOU
Karoline M
5.0
7/16/2025
A photographer you’ll want to have at every important moment of your life!
Mila doesn’t just take photos — she feels the couple. She knows how to catch the right light, find the pe...
rfect angle, guide you gently, and still keep everything real and relaxed. The shoot was easy, fun, and completely stress-free. And the results? Breathtaking! Every image feels like a piece of art we want to frame and keep forever. Highly recommend!
Any questions?
Melody W
5.0
7/16/2025
Mila is an absolute gem! 📸
My husband and I aren’t the biggest fans of posing, but Mila made us feel so comfortable and natural during the shoot. She captured our true emotions — ...
the smiles, the looks, the little moments that meant everything to us. Looking at the photos now, we’re instantly taken back to that special day. Mila has a true gift for turning feelings into timeless images. Thank you for your warmth, professionalism, and incredible talent! 💛
Oliver P
5.0
7/13/2025
I wish I could give 6 stars! Mila was so fun to work with and felt more like a fun adventure than a standard picture day. She assisted with poses, making sure my hair looked in pla...
ce, and showed me the difference in my pictures. She provides all information to get to her space easily,
Crue R
5.0
7/13/2025
"I can’t get over how beautifully you captured the children! It’s not easy to photograph little ones, but you brought out their natural joy and innocence so effortlessly."
Leslie S
5.0
7/13/2025
"Absolutely stunning work! Every photo was crisp, full of emotion, and beautifully composed. I especially loved how you captured those in-between candid moments—they tell a story m...
ore than words ever could.”
Christian H
5.0
7/12/2025
Can't recommend Mila enough - this was an all round great experience.
Professional, responsive, GREAT photos, made us feel very relaxed and at-ease, for those who were a little ner...
vous.
I couldn't believe how quickly the time went! And then we had our photos on the same day, for review!
Do yourself a favor and invest in some photos from Mila.
Linda P
5.0
7/12/2025
Great experience! Very happy with the results of the photo shoot by SilchukMila
photography. Mila was always on time, responsive and professional. she work is on the level!
Linda P
5.0
7/12/2025
We hires SilchukMila
photography for my engagement. They were just awesome the guys were very friendly and cooperative as my video and albums turn out sooo well so I highly recomme...
nd them .
Ossie H
5.0
7/12/2025
"Mila, you have a special gift for seeing what others miss. The candid photos from our family gathering told a beautiful story—real, emotional, and full of heart. Thank you for pre...
serving those precious moments.”
Erika F
5.0
7/12/2025
"Mila, your photography is truly magical! You captured our wedding day with such grace and emotion. Every time we look at the photos, we relive the joy all over again. The sunset s...
hots were absolutely breathtaking!”
Ruth S
5.0
7/11/2025
"You captured the real ‘us’—and that’s what makes these photos so valuable. Nothing felt fake or posed. Your ability to catch genuine smiles and glances is what sets your work apar...
t.”
Liam B
5.0
7/11/2025
"We hired “Mila” for our wedding and couldn't be happier with the results. The photos are stunning, and we felt completely comfortable the entire day. Highly recommended!”
Jim B
5.0
7/11/2025
Thank you Mila for making us feel special
Mila, thank you for being such a kind and professional presence during our graduation shoot. You gave each of us time and attention, and i...
t really shows in the final results. Everyone loved the photos. You've definitely earned our trust and future bookings!
Debra R
5.0
7/11/2025
A calming presence on our chaotic day
Things didn’t go exactly to plan on our wedding day, but SilchukMila photography remained calm, flexible, and full of ideas. Even when the wea...
ther turned, we ended up with breathtaking photos. It’s clear she’s experienced and genuinely cares.
Tim M
5.0
7/11/2025
Perfect for school and group photography
We had a large group shoot for a school event and the coordination was flawless. Every student felt seen and comfortable. The final gallery...
was delivered promptly, and the quality was better than we imagined, polished yet personal.
Bon V
5.0
7/10/2025
Elegant, natural, and full of life
From posing guidance to lighting, every step was handled with professionalism. What I loved most was how authentic everything felt. No forced smi...
les, just real moments frozen in time. It’s rare to find someone like Mila who balances artistry with warmth so well. Highly appreciated
Rick G
5.0
7/10/2025
Unforgettable birthday memories
We booked SilchukMila photography for our daughter’s first birthday, and they handled everything with such patience and creativity. The candid momen...
ts with the children were priceless! The photos were bright, joyful, and full of life. Can’t wait to work with them again
Bill M
5.0
7/10/2025
Really impressed with Mila's work.
What stood out most was the care taken to understand what we wanted. The team helped us select the perfect location and gave great tips on stylin...
g. Every image was framed thoughtfully and delivered with beautiful edits clean, emotional, and vibrant.
Olga M
5.0
7/10/2025
Captured our wedding like a dream
Mila truly has a gift. She managed to capture every important detail without ever feeling intrusive. Her presence was calming, and her direction s...
ubtle yet effective. Every time we look at the photos, we’re transported right back to that magical day.
Alex M
5.0
7/10/2025
What a Professional, patient, and talented person Mila is!
We worked with SilchukMila photography for our family portraits, and they were phenomenal with our energetic kids and eve...
n our camera-shy parents. Everything felt natural, not posed. The results were stunning warm, timeless images that really reflect who we are.
Julian W
5.0
7/09/2025
Mila is a true artist behind the lens,
Our maternity shoot turned out more beautiful than we imagined. The photographer made us feel relaxed and confident, even in candid moments. ...
The lighting, angles, and expressions were captured so delicately. These are photos we’ll treasure forever.
Robert T
5.0
7/09/2025
Absolutely stunning work!
We booked SilchukMila Photography for our engagement shoot, and the experience was effortless from start to finish. The photos came out crisp, vibrant, an...
d full of genuine emotion. We felt completely at ease the entire time. Couldn’t have asked for better memories!
Jameson E
5.0
7/09/2025
Mila was so wonderful to work with. We did both our engagement pictures and our wedding day with him. He made our entire wedding timeline with us, was meticulous about every photo,...
and had ideas for pictures that were beautiful that I couldn't even dream of. But his immense talent pales in comparison to how kind and helpful he was to work with. My family and friends kept approaching me saying how kind he was during the wedding. And we had some potentially hard people to photograph between the kids, older people, and my sister in law so has a disability. He approached everyone with such care and kindness. Even when things didn't go as plan with the wedding he was quick with a new idea and consoling about wedding day stress
Anna V
5.0
7/09/2025
SilchukMila photography
worked so well with the students at our school. We have students of all abilities and they helped make them feel regal. I highly recommend them for all the...
ir hard work and working exceptional.
Oscar S
5.0
7/09/2025
Just had a picture day with SilchukMila photography
. Satisfied with the service and quality of pictures, amazing bunch of professionals. This is our second year with them, and w...
e’re going to never let them go.
Emily K
5.0
7/08/2025
We had the pleasure of working with you all for our graduating class photos and I couldn’t be more impressed! From start to finish, they were incredibly professional, patient, and ...
easygoing, making the entire experience enjoyable for both students and staff. They had a great ability to make everyone feel comfortable, relaxed, and at ease in front of the camera, which is no small feat when working with a large group. The photos turned out beautifully, capturing the essence of our school and the excitement of graduation. We’re definitely looking forward to working with them again next year! Highly recommend!
Alexander H
5.0
7/08/2025
Mila is an absolute gem! From our first consultation, she made us feel completely at ease. Her incredible talent for capturing genuine emotions and stunning details truly shines th...
rough in every single photo. She's not just a photographer; she's an artist who genuinely cares about making your special moments unforgettable. We are beyond thrilled with our wedding photos and can't recommend her enough!”
Tetiana B
5.0
6/25/2022
Mila is a very talented photographer, and a wonderful person.
She was photographer on my friends wedding and also I had a private shooting with Mila. It is very easy to work with ...
her.
All photos are beautiful, with a high quality and really convey a lot of feelings. I wish her many grateful customers! Thank you for your work, Mila! :)
Olha K
5.0
6/24/2022
She is a professional!
Silviistruk M
5.0
6/23/2022
A photographer who knows his business. I'm just delighted with the photos I received.
Viktoria S
5.0
6/23/2022
Професіонал своєї справи, веде пару по всіх деталях зйомки від А до Я, підказує, дає поради! Атмосфера та результат зйомки на висоті! Рекомендую, не лише для весільних зйомок, а й ...
для сімейних, дівич вечорів, ділових та індивідуальних! Залишитесь задоволені на всі 150%
Dariia M
5.0
6/23/2022
Міла - найкращий фотограф , якого тільки можна уявити !
Довіряю їй всі події нашої сім’ї !
Зйомка завжди проходить легко та лише на позитивній ноті 🌸
На протязі зйомки порадить як...
краще , дослухається до побажань і виходить неймовірний результат !
А взагалі, Міла як людина - дуже приємна, добра та чутлива ❤️
Обожнюю її завжди позитивний настрій та її посмішку , яка дарує оточенню відчуття теплоти !
Аліна К
5.0
6/23/2022
Міла - професіонал своєї справи! Ми з чоловіком дуже задоволені її роботою. Якісні фото, професіональний підхід, справедлива ціна. Міла вловила всі важливі моменти весілля, допомаг...
ала нам у кадрі та підказувала, провела консультацію як краще організувати фотосесію, швидко віддала нам кінцевий результат. І як людина вона дуже приємна:)
Марина П
5.0
6/23/2022
Найкращий фотограф з усіх!!!
У нас було безліч фотосесій. Кожного разу вона допомагала нам правильно позувати, робила неймовірні фото, завжди була привітна!
Рекомендую ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ірина Б
5.0
6/23/2022
Майстер свого діла! Швидка, професійна і якісна робота. Індивідуальний підхід до клієнта. Легка і приємна в роботі. Щиро рекомендую!
Kerri M
5.0
6/23/2022
Super photographer! Incredible impressions from the shooting, received vivid and sincere photos!
Artur M
5.0
6/23/2022
Good photographer,know her work as much,as she can!
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