Client Reviews & Testimonials
Since 2016, we have photographed over 1,000 Weddings, Portraits, and Events, and have have earned over 300 five-star reviews across Google, The Knot, and Wedding Wire — here are just a few from the couples we’ve had the honor of working with.
Adam Michaels Photography is the BEST!!! They are so reasonable on pricing compared to other photographers in the Pittsburgh area that ask for outrageous amounts of $$$. Not only is Adam Michaels affordable but the pictures and service we received was top tier!! Another thing to note is that our engagement photos were complimentary (some photographers charge for these!!). The pictures they produce are so crisp and bright but yet still very artsy. I wanted high quality timeless photos that weren’t overly edited / overly grainy / overly dark & moody but still have an artistic touch and they provide exactly that.
Throughout the entire process Jade was truly a pro. For engagement photos she knows exactly how to pose you (in case you aren’t comfortable doing that yourselves) and guides you through every step of the session. (Or if you are comfortable and posing already she will tell you it looks good or to move your face this way, move your hand that way, etc). She squeezed in two locations for us because we wanted some at Hartwood Acres in some city ones at The Point.
For our wedding day, she blew us all away. She was able to capture so many special moments while we barely realized she was even there, she took absolute control when we needed group pictures taken at the reception - corralling people and yelling instructions so we could get them taken as quickly as possible. She also would capture candids (something I really wanted), but then also ask us to stop and pose for a second for moments like the cake cutting for example. I really like that we had both candids and posed pictures (in case candids didn’t turn out).
Jade worked with us up until the wedding day and worked with our vendors and coordinator to create a complete photo timeline of the day. This really helped us feel comfortable that that day would go smoothly and allowed us to factor in different options for photo locations and photo opportunities ahead of time. The wedding day was very relaxed because she kept us on time, told us how many minutes we had left at locations, and stuck to the timeline so that we didn’t have to worry about it.
The day after the wedding we had hundreds (not 50 or 100 I’m talking like 400) sneak peak photos already edited and downloaded for our viewing. It was awesome to have a TON of beautiful photos to go through with family the next day to re-live the previous night.
Then - a short 2 months later we received all of the pictures and were and still are OBSESSED with them!!! If you were thinking about booking Adam Michaels Photography - just do it! You will NOT regret it.
— Libby & Dean
Adam and his partner, Jade, made us feel incredibly comfortable from the first time we talked with them to the first time that we met them in person, 15 minutes before the “first look” on our wedding day. On your wedding day, you will be nervous and anxious, but Jade and Adam were so friendly, professional, and just plain great (for more, see the write up in the Pittsburgh Tribune) that we were instantly put at ease (and this is reflected in the photos). Adam had a playlist, full of great songs, that helped us relax and feel at ease and it added a nice soundtrack to the photoshoot. Adam and Jade gave us the right amount of direction to ensure that not only were the photos composed perfectly but that we also looked our best in them. They also asked for our input on poses and where to take photos, which helped us realize what we wanted (realize in both senses of “making real” and “making aware of” and I appreciated that). The combination of their ability to make us comfortable and their tons of experience working weddings led to an amazing experience and fantastic photos.
My wife and I were absolutely shocked by how well all of the photos looked and how quickly Adam was able to return the photos to us. The photos are all beautifully composed and edited; we look like the best versions of ourselves in each of the 1,000 photos Adam gave us. Adam and Jade ensured that they got every picture that we asked for, and through their suggestions we got pictures that we didn’t know we wanted but now absolutely love and adore. Finally, there were no poorly composed or poorly cropped photos; he and Jade (who is also amazing, talented, professional, and great) never appear in the photos the other took and the photos are never slightly off center (when you look through some photographers’ galleries, you may notice that people are slightly out of place, including seeing the other photographer, but not Adam’s).
Bottom line: Go with Adam Michaels.
— Charlotte & Dan
If you are considering booking Adam Michaels Photography, do it!! Choosing him was easily the BEST decision we made during our entire wedding planning process.
Our package was incredibly reasonable, especially considering it included an engagement session, a second shooter for the wedding, and unlimited day-of coverage. We had more fun than we ever thought possible during our engagement shoot with Adam! It was such a fun and relaxed experience and was the perfect way to ease our nerves about being in front of the camera before the wedding. We were blown away by our engagement photos!
On our wedding day, we had the pleasure of working with both Adam and Jade. Both Adam and Jade are incredibly genuine, down-to-earth people (and amazing photographers!) who made us and our guests feel completely at ease. Adam is the perfect balance of fun and relaxed, yet professional and organized. He was instrumental in keeping our timeline ahead of schedule, allowing us to actually enjoy the moment.
The turnaround time for our wedding photos was incredible! We received over 200 preview pictures within just two days and our full gallery in only five weeks. The photos themselves are beyond stunning and better than we ever could have imagined. His style is natural, classic, and timeless. We have received endless compliments from friends and family on how amazing the photos turned out. We would choose Adam Michaels Photography again and again, and we cannot wait to work with them for our next life milestone!!
— Maria & RyanI vetted 12 different photographers during our wedding planning process and chose Adam. Best choice I made. Originally, I was really attracted to his work, specifically his attention to background and detail, but working with him during our engagement shoot really drove home the decision for me. Adam is professional beyond measure, but he also keeps the atmosphere fun and light. He stayed right on schedule with our timeline, and even pulled us away to make sure we got shots that would be important to us later on (he was right). I always say Adam was the VIP of our wedding day, and I would hire him over and over again! I couldn't be happier with our pictures or the experience. Thank you, Adam!
— Chelsea & Carmine
Adam Michaels and Jade were an absolute joy to work with for our July wedding. First, we had an engagement shoot and while I was nervous (haven't had professional photos done prior) both Adam and Jade were able to communicate what we should do. They were personable, got to know us as people (hobbies, activities etc), and got to know us better in order to tailor the shoot to what we wanted and what we were willing to do. They were able to send our photos in a very quick turnaround which was awesome to see as well. We were blown away by the shots.
Then we had the wedding. Being a destination wedding it was a new venue, Adam and Jade arrived early at the venue to scope out places for shots and ideas. They captured the 'lay flat' items and got getting ready photos of bridesmaids getting ready in the AM. They captured the groomsman arriving at a different location and getting ready photos (serious and funny ones). They were there at each of the 'moments' capturing photos and yet they were not in the way of it being just us. They suggest ideas but are also flexible in adapting to what you want/are able/can do (i.e. wearing a dress is restricting). They are extremely easy to work with and even played music while getting photos to let you loosen up and have your personality shine. They were able to get a sneak peek to us very quickly which was WAY more than the 20 photos I was expecting- I was super impressed and the photos again are amazing. In looking at the entirety of the wedding photos, which we got back super quickly as well, I have said, "I don't remember this shot but they captured it and the emotion perfectly".
It wasn't how my husband and I looked or how aglow we were on our day (it is our wedding after all) or how beautiful the background or the venue's beauty were- all those are amazing wherever you get married. Adam and Jade captured that beauty but they 'read' me and my husband well and are so talented in capturing the special moments with your feelings and personalities and expressions in the moment all at the same time. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
— Emily & AJ