Silecchia Photography

You deserve the best kind of happiness!!

Findlay, OH

$3,100 starting price

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NW Ohio (Michigan and Indiana too)

Travels up to 3000 miles See details

Joe & Jess Silecchia

OWNER

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AWARD WINNER (7X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

We've had many jobs in our pasts, none of which have made us happier or fulfilled us more than what we do now! Starting our own business and doing what we love was one of the best decisions we've ever made! Weddings are so beautiful for so many different reasons and should reflect every good thing about you and your relationship! You deserve vendors who will be completely committed to making your wedding day, the best day of your life!! We're not going to lie, you could just randomly click and find a vendor who offers amazing pictures. Many people who market on theKnot.com do a good job at capturing beautiful moments in high quality images, but the thing that separates a great photographer nowadays, is their passion and their dedication to delivering you an incredible experience along with breathtaking photos. I can promise you that nobody will work harder or longer or be more meticulous and intentional about every aspect of your wedding day than we will! Thank you so much for even considering, it give us the greatest joy!

+13 years in business

Speaks English

1 team members

Prices & packages

Base Wedding Package (One Shooter - 12hrs)

$3,200 starting price

Base Wedding Package (One Shooter - 12hrs)

$3,200 starting price

12 hours

Timeline/Shot List Assistance

12 Hours of Service

Travel Included (within 60 miles of Findlay)

We're in your corner 100%, 24/7!

No Deposits/Payments needed until Picture Delivery

All Rights to ALL Edited Finals

Base Wedding Package + Engagement Session

$3,900 starting price

Base Wedding Package + Engagement Session

$3,900 starting price

12 hours

12 Hours of Service

Engagement Session (Unlimited Time/Venues/Outfits)

Timeline/Shot List Assistance

No Deposits/Payments needed until Picture Delivery

All Rights to ALL Edits (max 2 month edit window)

Travel Included (within 60 miles of Findlay)

We're in your corner 100%, 24/7!

Base Wedding Package + 2nd Shooter

$4,200 starting price

Base Wedding Package + 2nd Shooter

$4,200 starting price

12 hours

5 Hours of Service (Second Photographer)

Timeline/Shot List Assistance

No Deposits/Payments needed until Picture Delivery

We're in your corner 100%, 24/7!

12 Hours of Service (Main Photographer)

Travel Included (within 60 miles of Findlay)

All Rights to ALL Edits (max 2 month edit window)

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Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Photo Shoot Types

Bridal Portraits

Engagement

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Second Shooter Available

Photo & Video Styles

Artistic

Lifestyle

Modern

Vintage

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

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Meet the team

Joe & Jess Silecchia

Owner

We would love to take an opportunity to introduce ourselves! My name is Joe and my wife (Jessica) and son (Kayenne) are living the best version of our lives on our little acre of paradise in NW Ohio! We've been fortunate enough to take this business from a passion to a stand-alone income! To no credit of our own (only the absolutely incredible couples we've gotten the chance to meet and work with) we have had an amazing amount of success!! It's like winning the lottery! We have the best job, and work with the most amazing people! We literally have everything we could ever want!

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86 reviews

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Multiple reviewers highly recommend Joe from Silecchia Photography for wedding photography, praising his professionalism, kindness, and exceptional talent in capturing memorable moments. Joe is described as fun, accommodating, and attentive from the initial contact to the final delivery of edited photos, with a natural eye for lighting and positioning. Reviewers highlight Joe's ability to make couples feel comfortable and at ease during photoshoots, his dedication to understanding their preferences, and his seamless integration into wedding events. Couples express gratitude for Joe's personalized approach, enthusiasm, exceptional service, and the stunning results that perfectly preserve their special day.

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Haley K

2/07/2025

If you have not booked a photographer - look no longer, Joe is your guy!! We have been incredibly blessed to work with Joe on multiple occasions, and he and his wife, Jessica has captured countless memories of for our family. From my brothers wedding, to our wedding, to family photos, to my best friends wedding coming in 2025 - if you don’t choose Joe, you will be missing out on the opportunity to have the absolute most amazing moments in your life being captured by the best. Not only is he one of the most fun, light hearted people to be around, but he puts forth his full effort from the moment you message him, till the moment you receive your photos. You will be speechless, and blown away at his and Jessica’s talent. They are a one of a kind pair, and we are forever blessed to have them capture such amazing parts of our lives over so many years!!

Kelsey S

10/29/2024

Believe me when I say that Joe is the greatest person that my wife and I have ever met. He is so kind, open and considerate. You spend a lot of time with your wedding photographer, and it’s one of the biggest decisions you make for your big day. You will not go wrong with Joe. From the very first conversation with him, we knew we were in great hands. No one else we spoke with was at his level from expertise and quality of pictures. Being an LGBTQ couple, we were very concerned about finding vendors who accepted us for who we are and wouldn’t treat us any differently. Joe was just that for us. He asked questions and made sure he understood us and what we wanted in terms of pictures. We felt comfortable with him the entire time. We couldn’t imagine anyone else capturing our wedding day, and we can’t wait to see the final product. If you are looking for a wedding photographer, Joe is your guy!

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Garrett S

10/04/2024

Where do I even begin. Joe is one of the most professional, funny, and caring people I have ever met. I know that photography for your wedding isn't something to choose lightly, but every penny we gave to Joe was worth it. He understands how important every moment with you and your spouse are and is extremely accommodating! My wife and I didn't spend much time shopping around for photographers after I spoke to Joe. From the moment of contact, I knew that he was there because he WANTED to be. Our fully (amazingly) edited photos were back to us in full within 2 weeks of our wedding day. He works day and night to ensure everything on your big day is rightfully preserved in his art. Thank you Joe for making our special day that much more enjoyable!

Kim M

9/18/2024

In the world today where anyone can take snapshots, it’s incredible to find someone that can take PHOTOGRAPHS like Joe! He loves what he does and it shows. He has a natural eye for lighting and positioning, turning picture-taking into a magical experience. In the months and days leading up to our ceremony he was on top of communication, asking questions about details and getting a clear idea of exactly what we wanted. He is so friendly, laid back and easy going, and he took the time to get to know us. The day of the ceremony he blended in perfectly with our guests, capturing even the smallest details of our wedding. Every photo whim I dreamed up, he delivered perfectly. I wish I could give him ten stars! Thank you Joe for capturing forever the memories of our perfect day!!

Catie K

8/30/2024

Deciding on a photographer is probably one of the biggest decisions when planning your wedding, and trust me when I say you want Joe to fill that role for you. From the moment we booked with Joe, everything was so easy and communicated well. He really tried to get to know us which helped make us comfortable when taking photos - something that is tough for me. Joe’s personality fit in great with us and our bridal party and it was like having another friend around during the day. I work in weddings, and therefore with a lot of photographers and Joe is hands down one of the best to work with - from a vendor and now client perspective. He worked so well with our other vendors, made sure to ask all the necessary questions, and covered all the details that I knew we truly had nothing to worry about on our wedding day. The wedding photos that we received are so incredibly beautiful and detailed, that we get to relive our wedding day every time we look at them. His work is timeless and we can’t wait to display our photos for years to come and continue to be happy with our decision to work with Joe on our wedding day, and hopefully for many more of life’s events!

Elise B

8/26/2024

My husband and I found Joe at a wedding expo a little over a year before our wedding. Out of all the photographers there, Joe seemed to be the kindest and have the greatest quality. We ultimately decided to go ahead and do our engagement pictures and wedding pictures through him, which was the best decision we made in the entire planning process. Joe made us feel so comfortable and at ease the entire time he was present and delivered the most incredible results that exceeded expectations. Every time, he blew us away. He is so easy to work with, he responds quickly, handles unexpected curveballs well, and was overall so professional while also just being an overall amazing human. He was the BEST vendor we hired and our wedding wouldn’t have been the same without him there. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone who needs pictures taken.

Blair O

8/24/2024

I had the pleasure of working with Joe from Silecchia Photography for our wedding, and he exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, Joe's great personality made everyone feel at ease, turning the photo sessions into a fun and energetic experience. He approached both formal and candid shots with equal enthusiasm, ensuring we captured every moment exactly as we wanted. Joe’s ability to blend seamlessly with our family and friends made him feel more like one of us than just a photographer. His professionalism and warmth were evident throughout the day, and the photos he took were nothing short of stunning. We are incredibly happy with our choice to work with Joe and look forward to collaborating with him for future life events.

Cassidy D

8/15/2024

Joe was the photographer for our wedding and he seriously was the best vendor we had of our entire wedding. He is not only going to get you the best photos you've ever seen but he is one of the best people you will ever meet. He is so kind and truly cares about what he is doing. He met with us a few times before our wedding just to get to know us and make us feel comfortable around him. He fit right in with the party and everyone in our families commented on how amazing the photographer was. We have recommended him to everyone we know that is getting married. If he is not booked on your date then run don't walk to reserve him. The pictures are stunning I swear! I will be using Joe to capture pictures for the rest of the big moments in my life!!

Karmen B

8/13/2024

If i could give more stars than 5.. i would without a doubt! Joe has been nothing short of amazing with my husband and I! We got married June 8th 2024, and have known Joe since our engagement session he did for us in May of 2023! My husband and I are very shy and awkward when it comes to photo shoots and taking photos in general but Joe made us feel so comfortable from the start of just messaging back and forth! His excitement and enthusiasm to get to know us and to work with us just meant the world. He did not judge us for being awkward and goofy during our engagement session as well as our wedding. From my endless messages and my questions to our big day, Joe was there to help in a split second. I took a while to find the perfect photographer and fit for our big day and I can honestly say that we got unbelievably lucky finding Silecchia Photography. On our wedding day , Joe took his time making sure our pictures were perfect and made sure I was feeling okay and asking what all I wanted that wasnt on the list. From my shoe malfunctions moments before the ceremony to being crazy on the dance floor, Joe made sure to capture every moment. I could go on all day about Joe and his business, i have endless amazing things to say about Joe. I recommend Silecchia Photography more than 5 stars!

Maddy S

1/10/2024

My husband and I got Married in October 2023 and it was beyond beautiful and so memorable thanks to Joe! As a couple who never takes many photos of ourselves and had never done a photoshoot, I cannot rave enough about Joe and the experience he gives his clients! I reached out to Joe and his prompt response and enthusiasm made me so excited to work with him. Joe has been nothing short of incredible from the moment we had our initial conversation, through the engagement photoshoot, planning sessions, to the wedding day, and beyond! He was such a big help with outfits, locations and our want and need lists for our engagement session and that was just the beginning. Our conversations were always so easy going and collaborative. He was so dedicated to making the perfect timeline with us and what photos we wanted when. He was also extremely flexible on trying new ways to do things. For example, I made photo lists on Pinterest and he was such a trooper and so flexible trying to navigate how to get access to see my boards. Another example is when we were taking photos on our wedding day, I wanted to try a pose we hadn't talked about and he went right along with it and made it so fun! He truly just wanted to make our shoot and wedding day amazing and get the most out of the experience. He is adventurous and always down to try new things and is prepared with the tools and resources is it takes to get a great photo! During our engagement photo shoot, he saw a perfect place to get a picture and was cutting limbs off of trees and climbing down into the water to get the best angle! Joe made us feel so comfortable and relaxed while giving great instructions and directions! When I look at our photos, I really see the goofy, loving, authentic us and not positioned robots just to get a good photo. Joe makes experience feel enjoyable, fun, and like we can be ourselves rather than standing in front a photographer. That is what made us fall in love with Joe! He is professional but so fun and relaxed that it made us feel like we could be ourselves. His overall presence is so comforting, and he makes it so easy to ask questions and collaborate with him on anything! The photographer you pick can really make or break your day, especially when you spend ALL DAY with them and they are everywhere you are. Joe really made the difference from a good day to an amazing and memorable day. You can really tell he loves connecting and having fun with his clients! When we saw our photos from our engagement shoot and also our wedding day, they were STUNNING! He is so creative and I love the attention to detail he puts into his work. His photos are so true to who we are and it makes me giddy to look at them. You only have one wedding day and getting amazing photos and remembering that day for the rest of your life's is the most important thing you could ask for. I joke with my husband when we are old and we forget things about life we will never forget our wedding day because his photos take me back to that day and all the feelings and precious memories we made. I cannot recommend Joe enough for any occasion you have! He puts his heart and soul into every aspect of what he does and the results are so truly breathtaking! I cannot wait to grow our family and experience our life where Joe captures every important milestone and memory for us! There are great photographers out there but if you want an amazing human being to go along with your amazing photos: CHOOSE JOE!!

Ashley P

12/27/2023

My husband and I got married 9/23/23 and the day was absolutely perfect, start to finish. But to me, the wedding wasn't just one day. It was the months leading up to it and after it, that made it so perfect, and Joe was one of the main reasons engagement, wedding day, and marriage, have been so blissful for my husband and I. There really are no words to describe how thankful I am for booking Silecchia Photography for our wedding. Each photographer has a unique style and I wanted to make sure that our wedding day was captured and edited in a way that I loved for years and years to come. After looking through a couple of photos, I knew I could trust Joe to capture our biggest day. Our engagement photos, perfect (even when we took them in 15 degree January weather). The planning leading up to the wedding, perfect. Joe checked in multiple times and called us to see how things were going. He GENUINELY cared about how we both were feeling and what he could do to help. The wedding day, perfect. Joe was the "quarterback" (as my husband would say) for the day. He took charge and helped anyone and everyone. His attention to detail is unlike any other vendor we had. He took the time to make sure that my husband and I got water, food, bathroom breaks, etc. He wasn't there JUST taking photos, he was doing it all. We didn't have a wedding coordinator, but Joe was directing people as needed. So many of our guests and family members asked "Who was the photographer? He was so polite and kind. I can't wait to see the photos!" Yesterday, we got to share so many of our wedding photos with family and they were brought to tears. Joe captured so many unforgettable moments. It's hard to even pick which photos to frame in our home. If you've made it this far and you're still reading this, I hope this gives you the confidence and affirmation of how truly special working with Silecchia Photography is. You simply won't find another photographer like Joe.

Noah B

12/24/2023

Joe truly was a PHENOMENAL photographer. He photographed a friend of mines wedding in June 2023, and from the moment I met him I knew he was the guy for the job for our December 2023 wedding. He is nice, personable, and rolls with the punches when it comes to poking fun at him or cracking jokes at the wedding party. In his Instagram bio, he writes “nobody will outwork us or care more,” and I truly believe it’s the truth. Joe spent more time with us grooms on the wedding day more than anyone else combined. I truthfully can’t wait to see the photos he produces, because I just know they will be just as great as he is. 10/10, would recommend him to photograph literally anyone else for any event— I am already looking forward to interacting with him for my friends 2025 wedding. ✨💙

Kaylee R

12/24/2023

Joe was great! Very fun & made pictures (before, during, and after) so easy! 10/10

Brenda G

12/18/2023

Joe is such a kind, fun and talented photographer! You can tell he takes pride in his work and truly loves his job. We had a cold, cloudy and windy day for our wedding, but our pictures came out great regardless! I promise you won't regret hiring Silecchia Photography.

Amanda L

12/04/2023

I think all of us planning a wedding typically book a photographer based on the final result photo and Joe was an absolute no brainer when it came to this. As an artist myself, I could see the amount of time and artistry in each photo posted. However, through emails, in person meetings, and our actual wedding day, I knew we made the best decision we could have hiring SIlecchia Photography. Joe is one of the most genuine people we have met and it seemed like so much more than a job to him. When we met him in person, we had talked for almost 2 hours without even talking about wedding details because he just wanted to genuinely get to know us and our lives. On the day of, that made it feel like he was a friend joining in the bridal party rather than a vendor we hired. When my sister was doing my makeup we moved to the bathroom because the hotel room had gotten crowed and Joe hopped into the tub to make sure he still got the best photos (the dedication is real)! He was an absolute rockstar with our bridal party who definitely showed their weird sometimes inappropriate selves and he loved it and ran with it. Our priest ended up being 30 minutes late and he did not hesitate to adapt and take photos with the boys to use the time. I got to the altar and my now husband whispered to me that he could not wait for me to see the photos they took before the wedding lol. As someone who is typically behind the camera rather than in front of, Joe made it so easy for us to feel comfortable and special in front of the camera. I cannot stress how seamless he made our day feel from learning all the names in the bridal party, to adapting when things go wrong, to connecting with family and friends the whole day was magical and he fit right in. I have received so many compliments from guests at the wedding who talked with him about how much they enjoyed having him a part of the day. We could not be happier with our choice for our wedding photos, its so much more than the photos you walk away with but the memories he will help build throughout the day! 1000/10

Taylor T

11/07/2023

I hired Joe to be our wedding photographer based off of his work exhibit and personality meeting him. I loved the work he has done, and not to mention, his prices were favorable as well! However, I had NO idea that I was hiring one of the most genuine and helpful people to ever hire as a vendor. Joe was not only great at his job for my engagement photos and wedding day, but he was a great friend to me and my bridal party as well. The day of my wedding, we had an unexpected thunderstorm. I did not have a back-up plan for photos, since I planned to have them taken at a park. Little did I know, Joe had a back-up plan already in place, and it worked out perfectly, and when a bride is already being thrown curve-balls all day, it was great to not have to worry about this! I recommend Silecchia photography to everyone, for any type of photos you are wanting. I PROMISE you will not be disappointed!

Erika M

9/25/2023

I highly recommend Silecchia Photography! Joe was very responsive and worked with us to make sure he knew what we wanted before the wedding day. He and our DJ spoke before the day to make sure they knew the timeline and made sure that my husband and I did not have to worry about anything the day of. Before our wedding, he asked for a list of the wedding party and learned everyone's name so that he could direct people in photos more easily. He made us and our guests feel comfortable and made it so fun. Our photos are gorgeous, and I am recommending Silecchia Photography to everyone I know that is planning a wedding!

Kourtney R

9/14/2023

Let me start by saying there is not a single bad thing I could say about Silecchia photography. Joe went above and beyond his duty of being a wedding photographer and my husband and myself even consider him a friend now. When we were first searching for a photographer we wanted two key things which was someone who was 1: What we felt was good at taking the types of photos we wanted which are action shots, candid and fun! 2: we were searching for a photographer that we felt was personable, someone who we didn’t feel awkward having take our photos and that we could be our true selves around. Joe from Silecchia fit this more than I could have ever dreamed. During our first email interactions we discussed pricing/packages (of course) but what stood out to me was that Joe also asked me about ME, about who I am, what I enjoy and what me and my husband enjoy together. After that I think we must have sent half a dozen emails back and forth just talking about our lives and getting to know eachother. There was a moment that I had forgotten that Joe was someone I was hiring and not an old friend. Joe also made sure we were organized for the big day! With this being the first wedding we were a part of he gave me the great advice of making a list of photos that I wanted done/with who and recommend I have someone in my wedding party in charge of calling people up when it was their turn (thank god for this because I would not of gotten even 1/2 the photos I wanted). He also asked for inspo pics and showed me some that he thought fit what I was looking for (he was right of course). On top of this he made sure to ask what types of photos I wanted during the reception (pictures of the tables/all the guests at the tables, people eating, photo of the cake, photos of other small details) which I never really thought about but really appreciate because now I have a file full of photos that I wanted/love and not things I would scroll by on. The day of my wedding Joe made me feel so at ease. While I was panicking on time/people not being ready when I needed them to be, Joe was always there for my never ending time checks and reassuring me that we had more then enough time and that everything was going to be OK. Not to mention, Joe has such an amazing sense of humor and personality that I was bent over laughing constantly from his comments and jokes while taking the photos which also relieved so much of my stress and anxiety and made me forget why I was even worrying in the first place! Throughout the wedding and afterward I had so many of my guests tell me how amazing, kind and funny my photographer was and asked if he was already a friend of mine prior to the event! If you want a photographer who will take AMAZING photos, create beautiful edits AND will treat you as if you’re their own family then stop looking and hire Silecchia photography. I can guarantee you will not be disappointed! -Kourtney Riffle (Del Giudice)

Holly H

12/21/2022

Joe was absolutely a dream to work with! He was so prepared and ready to make sure I got every single picture I wanted out of my wedding day. He was on time and so personable! I LOVED working with him! Every photo I have is everything I wanted, and everywhere I go I get amazing compliments! You’re doing yourself a favor by choosing him!

Amber B

12/21/2022

So glad I found Joe for my wedding! He is incredibly patient, willing to work and collaborate with you, and extremely talented. I can't wait to schedule another shoot with him. 10/10!

Kelsey A

12/19/2022

Silecchia Photography has been amazing! Joe has been extremely helpful and informative since the beginning. Whenever we had questions, Joe would respond within a reasonable amount of time...and I had a lot of questions. On the day of our wedding, he did wonderful with coordinating our photos and making sure we did not see each other before the ceremony. We felt really comfortable with Joe and his photo guidance. The photos turned out great and we had plenty of compliments about how friendly Joe was and how naturally he blended into our group. We cannot say enough good things about Silecchia Photography!

Julie B

11/03/2022

I don’t think I can speak highly enough of Silecchia Photography! Not only is Joe the most amazing photographer, but he’s also genuinely an amazing person. He felt like part of our family! His family and work and so important to him and it shows. He was extremely responsive and helpful through the entire process. Our wedding day flew by but thanks to Joe, we are able to relive those moments through his amazing photos! Five stars isn’t even enough! Highly, highly, highly recommend Silecchia Photography!

Brooklyn C

10/21/2022

I have been in and to a lot of weddings and this is by far my favorite photographer! Joe is funny, quick, patient, personable, and respectful. Exactly someone who you want at your big day. Hire him and his crew!! Thank you for making my best friends day perfect.

Allison P

10/11/2022

We had Joe as our photographer for our engagement and wedding photos. All I can say is Joe is truly gifted at what he does! He has such a positive and welcoming presence and made us feel so welcomed and relaxed during our sessions! He takes the time to get to know you as a couple and we also got to learn about him and his life! I will always recommend Joe to anyone that is looking for a photographer! Even people at our wedding was asking me who our photographer was and how much they loved him for capturing every single second of our wedding day! 1000/1000 recommend Joe!!

Stevie S

9/09/2022

Joe was the best vendor by far!! He was very professional and made sure that we were comfortable! He was simply the best! The pictures turned out great!!

Brittny H

9/05/2022

JOE!!! These photographers absolutely made our entire wedding night! He was so attentive, captured every moment with us, and made us feel so at ease. We have difficulty posing for pictures and he was so great at helping us feel confident in our poses. I haven’t even seen the pictures yet but I know 100% We will LOVE them. Thank you thank you. You two were worth every penny.

Jessica C

8/19/2022

I could not recommend Joe more. Joe stayed with us all day, got every single photo I could have ever wanted including a mix of posed and slice-of-life photos, and delivered such a wonderful literal snapshot of our favorite day. Joe is a professional and visionary. You can tell he knows how to get the best and most creative shots and has blown us away in both engagement and wedding pics! He goes so far as to memorize names of the bridal party and makes everyone laugh to help make the day fun! I seriously could not recommend Joe more. WONDERFUL!!!

Blair H

7/09/2022

I cannot recommend Silecchia photography enough! Joe was absolutely amazing to work with. He is so professional yet kind and made my whole wedding party very comfortable on our wedding day. He paid attention to the little things in our relationship and made sure to highlight the things that make our relationship unique. He is willing to go the extra mile to make everything just right, and I would hire him again in a heartbeat.

TANYA A

4/30/2022

I recently had the pleasure of meeting the very talented Photographer Joe Silecchia. I was the makeup artist for one of his bridal photo shoots. I had come into my studio a little early and there he was already patiently waiting in my little lobby with all his equipment completely ready to go. I was so impressed with his overall demeanor and professionalism right away. As I was working doing the girl's makeup, Joe was like a ninja setting up all these great shots for her! There is something about his personality that immediately puts you at ease. He is funny, kind & a total professional. I've seen his portfolio and he captures his clients so beautifully! I would highly, highly recommend Joe to anyone looking to book a great photographer for their wedding party! I can't say enough great things about him. :)

Dayna C

1/05/2022

Joe was the absolute sweetest imaginable person to work with. He made us feel comfortable in front of the camera (even though we are NOT picture people!) He was always on top of communication, and watched the clock like a hawk for me when I was stressed about our timeline. Not to mention, Joe stuck with us through THREE date changes during the pandemic. And was so gracious and understanding. Can’t thank him enough

Anna L

12/31/2021

Stop right now and book Joe - you have found the perfect photographer. I’m serious… if you’re looking for a sign, this is it. My husband and I had an awful experience with our originally booked photographer and luckily we were connected with Joe by our wedding planner. He is a BLESSING. Cue Joe - first impression is he’s professional, bubbly, PASSIONATE about his career, knowledgeable, and all my fears and nerves were relieved after just a text conversation. I knew we needed to book with him the second he texted us. Joe’s photos were the first photos my husband actually admired. Going through other photographers he would just shrug and be indifferent - but Joe’s work brought a smile to his face and that’s when I knew we REALLLLY needed to book him. Our engagement session felt like our best friend was photographing us.. and we had never met prior. Joe’s not afraid to get down in the dirt (literally) for the perfect shot. My jaw dropped several times to his commitment for the perfect shot 🤣 He eases any anxieties you may have and let’s you know how to pose yourselves - and he has thousands of ideas in that head of his!! His energy is upbeat, positive, friendly, and he has an awesome sense of humor. Joe is a breath of fresh air in these crazy times… truly. Joe was available to talk to/text and ask questions or for requests. I never felt like he was too busy for him or that I was bothering him. He made us feel like we were his only client on his workload and that made our whole experience one-of-a-kind. Our wedding day was the best day of our lives, and the majority of that is because of Joe. The level of stress on our day was minimal because we knew Joe would capture every special moment. He spent most of our day with us (obviously hahahah) and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.. it was like having our best friend by our side cheering us on all day. When we received our huge gallery of wedding photos, my husband and I were just in happiness shock. We relived our entire day with beautiful photos and memories - my husband made the comment several times “how did Joe get that shot? I didn’t even realize he was right there. 😳” Our heart is so full between our engagement photos, wedding photos, and just knowing Joe and now calling him a friend. He feels like family and I know that for ANY photography we need, my friends need, or my family needs - it will always be Joe. Hands down, no second thoughts. Booking with Joe is an experience in itself. You deserve to have beautiful wedding photos and be comfortable in front of the camera - Joe will do this for you and allow you a stress free wedding day. I cannot recommend this man enough!! Thank you for everything Joe - you are such a bright light in this world and we truly are the lucky ones to have had you photograph the best day of our lives. I would do it over and over and over. The pictures you took of us and for us were absolutely priceless.. and we are blessed to have spent the day with you making memories, joking around, and just living in the moment. Book with Joe at Silecchia photography. But don’t ask me how to say his last name because I don’t know. 🤣 But I do know he’s the best in his craft!! Not only did we leave with beautiful photos, but a fantastic friendship as well. Book with this talented man! Thank you for everything Joe!!

Chrissey C

12/19/2021

An absolutely enjoyable photography experience all around. From engagement photos to the wedding day we couldn’t have asked for a more personable photographer. Easy to work with, tolerates total shenanigans and manages to keep our whole crazy group on track, while still getting the most amazing and unique photos to remember our day! Can’t recommend Silecchia Photography enough! We’re so thankful to have found them and we will absolutely continue to use them for everything and anything in the future.

Torri B

11/14/2021

Joe is a great photographer! Honestly couldn't have asked for a better photographer to hire for our wedding. He is humble and kind. We hired him for our engagement shoot and wedding so far but I plan to hire him again in the future for family photos. Even our guests mentioned how great our photographer was! I highly recommend booking with him.

dana c

10/11/2021

Don’t even think about it, just book with Silecchia Photography. Joe was such a blessing to us and we love him. Literally one of the nicest, humblest, and genuine people we encountered during our engagement. He takes beautiful pictures and really captures the moments. My whole bridal party was blown away by his ability to remember every single person‘s name. They felt so comfortable and were so happy to see that he took a lot of pride in his job. Don’t think about it, book because you will not regret it. We can’t wait to use Silecchia Photography again.

Amy B

9/14/2021

I didn’t realize how many moments I missed at my daughters wedding until I saw all the photos Joe took. They were AMAZING! Very unique and different, Joe captured everything and I can’t thank him enough. You won’t be disappointed!

Madison B

9/14/2021

Joe is literally so personable and amazing! I had him shoot my bridal shower and he went above and beyond my expectations. He did my friends wedding, which is how we found him, and we had to hire him for our wedding. His post about my husband and I as a couple and working with us was so special and meaningful. Our pictures were AMAZING. He was so patient with our goofiness, he was willing to change things up and he listened to us as much as we listened to him. He even asked for feedback / critics to further improve his already great skills. He talked with everyone at our wedding, he was in selfies with the family, he made sure to get a shot list from us, and he worked well with all our other vendors. We are so happy with our choice and it was definitely affordable without sacrificing quality! Not to mention the amount of pictures we got back. Highly recommend Joe for your photographer, my cousin now hired him for their wedding too! :)

Heather B

8/20/2021

Joe is seriously the best photographer ever! He did our engagement pictures and our wedding ! He helps you through the whole process . We felt 100% comfortable with him! We had a pretty big wedding with 16 people in the bridal party so I’m sure we got a little rowdy but he captured the absolute best pictures and had a great time with us ! We can not thank him enough for the great job he does !!! If you are looking for a wedding photographer or any photography needs please pick joe from silecchia photography you will love his work!!!

Emily M

8/05/2021

I couldn't have asked for a better photographer. Not only does Joe take amazing photos he is a great photographer to work with. He was so personal and easy to get along with while still being very professional. We were honestly laughing and enjoying every moment. I would recommend Joe to anyone. We will be hiring him for any future photo needs!!

Cassidy Y

7/04/2021

Joe is AWESOME to work with!! He is so kind and understanding and valued all my photo requests including the large number of family photos we wanted! He really helped make the day stress free for me as a bride and I can't thank him enough for that! He even stayed for the entire reception and got some amazing photos of our families having a great time!! I will always value these wonderful memories captured by him! I would definitely recommend Silecchia Photography to any bride and groom looking for an affordable and AMAZING photographer to capture their beautiful day!

Caroline H

7/03/2021

I cannot suggest a better photographer than Joe and his team!!! Since day one, Joe was accommodating, reliable, kind, understanding, and hard working! He made our entire day beyond fun… and we are still getting complements on how amazing our photographer. You will not regret booking Silecchia Photography!!

Sonya Z

7/01/2021

First I would like to say I am going to attempt to make this a short review, I apologize in advance because I have so many positive thoughts when I think about Silecchia Photography. That being said I want to start off by saying that Joe is a very professional, caring, understanding, and down to earth person. Unfortunately, I did not have the pleasure to work with Jess but I have heard equally pleasant things about her. Every step of the way in the year and a half long process of planning was nothing but exceptional. Joe responded to my texts and emails in a timely manner and handled every question, photography related or not, with pure grace and passion. I never felt like he wasn’t listening or didn’t care to listen to what I had to say. We had originally wanted to have the engagement session and wedding day captured with Silecchia Photography but due to COVID restrictions and some family chaos we were unable to do the engagement session. Joe was so polite and professional when he was asked to change the contract from both, the engagement and wedding, to just the wedding. I would have understood if he was upset because of the loss of the extra income or at least bothered by having to change things up after the contract had already been completed but again I never felt like he was upset or dissatisfied with our decision to change things after the contract had already been signed. Joe even handled the cancellation of our wedding after COVID continued to bother our wedding plans with poise. He was extremely understanding when the ceremony location had to change from one location to not one other but two other different places in a two week time period. His flexibility definitely got my vote. Another part of what makes this company and Joe so great was his down to earth personality, he was extremely easy to talk to and our family, friends, and ourselves loved working with him all day. He fit right into our crazy, chaotic, yet fun group of people and had us all laughing several times that day and into the night. My husband, who hates having his photo taken for any reason, still to this day talks about how he felt at ease and that he could be himself around Joe. Our bridal party and family called us days later to say how much fun they had just standing in front of the camera because Joe felt like someone they had known for years! His personality is versatile and I would highly recommend Silecchia Photography to anyone who has people in their lives who are stubborn or shy about being photographed. Joe and his assistant were great about taking candid photos of those who usually aren’t comfortable in front of the camera, capturing many of the small moments that will be cherished for a long time. He was a pleasure to work with and I wish I was getting married again just to get the chance to work with Joe and Silecchia Photography again.

anonymous u

6/30/2021

Honestly I couldn’t have picked a better photographer then Joe and his sister! Not only is their work AMAZING! They both were very accommodating in ever aspect. Joe is very very reliable and any questions you have he does his very best at answering them! Even his wife Jess pitched in her opinion which was always very appreciated. Having joe as our photographer I felt so relaxed around him, it was like talking to a long lost friend! Even my friends and family were very impressed with him. It was amazing at how fast he learned the names of our bridal party and parents and some guests that he would chat with. There is nothing bad that I could say about him! If i could get married every weekend him I would pick him time and time again!

Eva C

6/29/2021

Joe and his sister were awesome! Not only did they drive up from Ohio to Eastern Michigan for our wedding but he has kept in constant contact with us and was completely willing to work with us on everything!

Carli D

5/26/2021

Where to begin! Joe was absolutely amazing. To start off, before my wedding day Joe and his wife Jess were extremely helpful in all aspects of planning. I would reach out to Joe with questions not even in regard to the photography and he would give me a thorough response within hours. He reviewed my wedding agenda/ timeline multiple times and gave me very insightful feedback on it. When it comes to the wedding photography - I cannot think of enough nice words to say about Joe. First off, he literally had all my bridal parties's names down (there was 20 total including me and my husband), which was very impressive. This made gathering the troops so much easier because he wasn't constantly having to say "hey you," it was directly to the individual. Second, he was constantly doing something. I have had photos done where the photographer waited for myself or me and my husband to say we want photos of this this or this before they would begin. He was always taking photos or if not was coming to us asking what we planned on doing next. To add the photos were not always just of my husband and I either and that really stood out to me. He captured guest and just the bridal party, basically doing their things, to create a more natural going picture. Third, he not only was easy to work with but made Ryan and I feel comfortable when he was taking our photos. He did not put us in any awkward poses or make us take photos for hours. He was quick, to the point and they have came out looking perfect so far. Then finally, Joe stayed almost the whole night until the place was starting to chill out. Just from experience at weddings, I usually see the photographers leave right after all of the "special" dances and things are over. Overall, Joe and Jess were awesome. I not only talked them up but my bridal party and other guests literally did all night! Joe was very professional but knew how to make you feel relaxed and as I mentioned before, just natural. Joe went above and beyond what Ryan and I expected out of our photographer.

Haley K

5/10/2021

We just received our photos from our wedding and wow we could not be happier! Joe went above and beyond and was willing to do anything to keep us happy. Joe was always very easy to get in contact with as well one of the kindest people we had spoken with regarding wedding arrangements. You can tell he truly loves what he does. We can’t thank him enough for everything he did for us and our crazy wedding party! It was truly a perfect night.

Kim L

4/30/2021

10/10 RECOMMEND! Simply the BEST! I’m so glad I stumbled across Silecchia Photography, easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! Joe is so kind and easy to work with. I’m one of those Covid Brides… we planned to have a huge wedding in April 2020, but thanks to Covid our plans changed. Joe worked with us every step of the way and made it so much less stressful to have to replan a wedding. We didn’t get a chance to meet him in person before our wedding, but when we did, it felt like we have known each other for years. He is so passionate about his work and does such an amazing job. I honestly can’t say enough good things about him. We can’t wait to schedule more sessions with you in the future.

Kellie B

2/08/2021

I honestly don't know if I can write a review that does Silecchia Photography justice, so forgive me for the long posting! I'm someone who relies very heavily on reviews, so in looking for our engagement/wedding photographer, I combed through QUITE a few websites looking at galleries, price packages, reviews, the works. When I contacted Silecchia Photography for initial information, Joe was not only prompt with a response that answered all of my questions, but also showed genuine excitement for me and my (then) fiance, whom he hadn't even met yet! After talking with him and looking at his amazing gallery of photos, it was not a hard decision to book him for our engagement and our wedding. We were able to book our engagement shoot quickly and easily, and he had our photos back to us so fast! (And they were amazing!) Then when it came time to plan for our wedding, Joe was so helpful throughout the entire process (including rolling with our COVID wedding redesign, and re-redesign - he honestly made me feel so calm about all the changes). He was instrumental in helping us plan the timeline for the day of the wedding, and was with us every step of the way. I think one of the most underappreciated skills a wedding vendor can have is the ability to know when to hang out on the sidelines and go about your work, and when the bride and groom are looking for some gentle guidance to keep things on track. Joe was a PRO at this (quite literally). I felt like once he had our schedule in hand, he was a champ at keeping us moving but also knowing when taking a little extra time at certain points would be important. (He planned our first look out with the intention of giving my husband and I as much time as we wanted to be by ourselves before the rest of the day got crazy and chaotic - I didn't realize how much I appreciated his thoughtfulness in this until I looked back on those 10-15 minutes as one of my favorite parts of the day.) Our wedding party and family LOVED working with him - he kept us laughing and having a good time during all the different photo shoots, and stuck with us even through the after party. Our photos are amazing, and our experience with Joe was amazing as well. He's genuinely a great person and I would 100% choose him again if I had it all to do over. We look foward to working with him in the future for whatever professional photo needs come up! :)

Leah S

1/28/2021

If you're looking for a photographer that just GETS all things wedding, hire Joe! When we first met Joe, my husband and I immediately felt comfortable and confident with his art and knowledge of a wedding in general. After hiring Joe and knowing our initial feeling was correct, my husband has now replaced the phrase "gut feeling" with "Joe feeling" to try to prove to me he's as confident in his gut feeling as the day we met Joe! Joe's passion for capturing the most magical and memorable moments is proven in the way he skates around the room the entire day and you hardly know there's a camera capturing it all! His attitude, professionalism, and contagious smile adds immense value to the biggest day of your life and you won't want your relationship with him to end just because the wedding is over!

Camellia H

1/27/2021

I first came across Silecchia Photography at a bridal expo. He was very friendly, knew his prices upfront, and he was easy to book. Booking a wedding during the pandemic was a hassle, but the photographer was one of the easiest things to book. Everything went smoothly. In the end, we received amazing photos. I would recommend him. We love him so much, we plan on using him for our maternity shoot. Do yourself a favor and book Silecchia Photography. You will not be disappointed.

Lauryn B

1/25/2021

We first came across Silecchia Photography at a bridal show in the beginning of all of our wedding planning. Although we talked with other photographers there, we just knew we had to go back to Joe and Jess for more information! There was just something about their photos that made them look more natural and stand out from the others! Joe has a truly amazing talent and made the whole process a breeze from our engagement photos all the way down to the wedding. For anyone looking for an overall fantastic wedding photographer, we will always recommend Silecchia Photography!

Ashley W

1/08/2021

Do yourself a HUGE favor and look no further, Silecchia Photography is who you want and who you deserve on one of the most special days of your life. We honestly could not of imagined having anyone else as our photographer. There is nothing we would of changed about our experience, the photos turned out wonderfully and everyone loved Joe at the wedding. Joe is an all around good person who cares about what he is doing for people. Joe caught some of the funniest, cutest, most genuine things that were going on at our wedding and we are so grateful. He was always an email away and was very helpful with any questions I had before the wedding. I can imagine it’s very hard to come across someone as hard-working and kind as Joe, we are truly thankful that we had the opportunity of working with him.

Chelsie C

8/30/2020

Joe was absolutely amazing! We couldn't ask for a better photographer to capture our special day! From the beginning he was very friendly and easy to get along with. As a pandemic bride and groom we have faced many issues and challenges along the wedding ride but Joe is never an issue. Responded promptly to emails and always honest. Our favorite thing about Joe is that he is a REAL person. Joe is not just someone there to take your pictures without your best interest in mind. We had a wedding party of 11 and they all thought Joe was outstanding! Joe was also very friendly to our guests as we had several people tell us how great he was. We could go on and on but most importantly people like Joe make your special day THAT much more special!

Kaitlin D

7/26/2020

AMAZING!!!! Joe was an amazing photographer. He was with us from the beginning to the end and never once stopped taking pictures. We’ve had so many people compliment him on how friendly and easygoing he was. I would highly recommend him for any event, especially weddings.

Tori P

4/03/2020

TRUE TALENT!!! Silecchia photography was not only our favorite photographer, but also our favorite vendor from our whole wedding! Joe and Jess are SO sweet and welcome you instantly. They make it feel more like a friend is taking your photos, rather than a stranger. Joe will go to great lengths to get the perfect shot, whether that be laying on the ground, standing on the side of a bridge, or whatever else he can think of to get that perfect angle! They never rush you, they let you take all the time you need, and they help suggest different poses, to get the photos you have always dreamed of! Once they finish editing your photos they send you a flash drive with images that are yours to print or do whatever you like with! While we picked Silecchia Photograhpy as our wedding photographers because of their skill, it was their true passion and kind hearts that made such a lasting impression! They truly are amazing people, I wish I had more reasons for them to take our photos!!! I cannot recommend them enough!!!

Michela K

3/13/2020

Truly the best photographers I could have ever asked for, for our big day! Joe is amazing to work with and is so personal. I was so nervous when we first got our engagement pictures done, because neither one of us are a huge fan of pictures, but Joe made us feel so comfortable from the second we met him! By the time our wedding day came around, he felt like family to not only us, but our entire bridal party and closest family members that met him! They are willing to do whatever you want/need to make sure that your pictures are everything you dreamed of. I can’t say enough about this company. 15/10 highly recommend them for absolutely any of your wedding needs. The absolute BEST!

Kelly C

12/15/2019

Joe and his second photographer made life so easy on our wedding day!!! They did literally whatever we wanted, when we wanted, and couldn’t have been more accommodating!! He also did my engagement photos the year before and EVERYTHING turned out amazing!! I love the fact that he gives you all the photos so you can make whatever print you want! I felt like the price was great!! He was so sweet and so much fun to work with!! If you go with Silecchia Photography, everything will be so wonderful!! Promise!

Caitlin L

10/18/2019

I wish I could give Joe way more than 5 stars. He was absolutely amazing! First off he is just a super nice guy which makes the whole experience that much better. I booked with Joe about a year out from our wedding and it was always easy to contact Joe. He was quick to respond to texts and emails. Before the wedding I actually gave Joe a list and some examples of pictures I liked. The day of the wedding he used that email to get every picture I wanted with every person. He made us comfortable and kept us laughing. The moment I'll remember the most is when my nephew when to touch the camera. Joe was so nice to him and let him look through the camera. Most people wouldn't let a toddler touch their expensive equipment. If you like his style then go for it because he is awesome!

Amber O

10/04/2019

When looking for a wedding photographer my husband and I were looking for someone that was in the business because they love it. From the first message I got back from Joe I could tell this was his passion. Upon meeting them for the first time we immediately knew THIS had to be our photographer. Joe and Jess are in it for the love of photographing engagements, weddings, etc. They want to get to know you as a couple and as friends. There is NO TIME LIMIT for engagement or wedding photos. Most photographers give you a small window where as Joe and Jess are there for you. They want to capture everything that you want. Our engagement pictures were beautiful and we received many compliments on them. Come wedding week, Joe was in communication with me making sure that he had all the details that he needed to ensure the day went smoothly and he captured everything I hoped for. He asked for the entire bridal parties names beforehand so he could learn them. Upon arriving to the salon Joe and his sister began putting names to faces. This helped make the entire day even easier as he was able to coordinate the bridal party. The entire party got to know him and his sister and they all loved them! I received so many compliments from bridal party and guests alike. I didn't have to stress all night about something getting captured, because every time you turned around one of them was there to capture the moment. Multiple times throughout the night Joe would ask me if there was any other pictures I thought of that I wanted. He really wanted to make sure that everything I wanted to be captured for the night was. We received our sneak peak and I am in love with all the pictures already! If you're looking for the best wedding photographer out there look no further!

Audrie D

9/05/2019

I don’t know if I can say enough about how amazing Joe is and how talented he is! When my husband and I were looking for a photographer, we did not expect to find someone like Joe. Joe worked with us throughout our entire process and was very responsive to all of our questions right up to the day of our wedding. Joe cares so much about his couples and knows how to truly capture the special moments. He was kind, professional, and made our day go so smoothly. Not only was he amazing and professional, but he has passion for photography. If I did not know what poses to do or what looked best and Joe had all the ideas. And I must mention that the preview of our wedding pictures were beautiful. And we have received so many compliments on both the picture and Joe. Needless to say, my husband and I will be contacting Joe for any future pictures. He’s seriously the best! And did I mention unlimited hours of photography?! Furthermore, if you want someone amazing, pick Joe! We loved working with him and getting to know him as well!

Kylee D

8/14/2019

If you want the best wedding photographer, look no further! The moments Joe is able to capture turn out absolutely stunning because of his wonderful eye. His pictures are more than we could have ever dreamed of for our big day and our engagement too! On top of his incredible skills, Joe is a one of a kind person that I wish we would have met sooner in life! I highly recommend him and his team for anyone who wants someone to capture the intimate moments that make your wedding so special all while being the most incredible person on this earth!

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