Storytelling by Tony + Olya Reviews
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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
68 Reviews
98% recommend it
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Gia Sent on 11/02/2019Storytelling made easy
We hired Tony and Olya as our wedding photographers and couldn't have asked for more beautiful photos! I had initially received about 10 recommendations from friends and family and their portfolio was the one that my husband and I fell in love with, and were in our budget! It was important for us to find photographers who told a story in their work. We both work in advertising and have experience understanding how brands tell their story and Tony & Olya made our love story come to life!
From the moment we met to talk through what we were looking for, understanding how they would be working on the day of our wedding through every step of the way made it easy for us to hire them! We ended up going with the all-day coverage package and added on the engagement photos. If you're a bride who is on a budget, please be sure not to skimp on the engagement session. It gives everyone the opportunity to get to know one another and to hone in on their style, thus ensuring your wedding photos are exactly what you're looking for. Tony and Olya made us feel comfortable and we honestly just had fun so the pictures were both candid and portrayed the story of our love.
Thank you so much, Tony and Olya! Maybe baby photos are next? =) -
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Kerry H. Sent on 02/22/2023
Amazing photographer for your special day
I loved working with Tony for my wedding day. He made sure to capture natural photos of us and stay out of the way. You hardly noticed him on the dance floor yet we have several amazing photos from the dance floor! He’s east and pleasant, which is what we wanted. -
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Jessica R. Sent on 02/20/2022Jessica's & Ryan Wedding
We had the pleasure of having Tony & Olya capturing our engagement in October 2020. They were both in on the surprise engagement and captured the moment BEAUTIFULLY! So when we were ready to select vendors for our wedding, Tony & Olya were on the top of our list and we knew we had to reach out to secure our date with them. They were both incredibly kind and super helpful throughout the entire process, and no matter how major or small the questions were they were always there to help give their advice and expertise. The day of was incredible not just because of the wedding, but how efficient, creative and flexible they were with managing their time. The photos we've gotten so far have blown us away so far and are eager to get the rest! Tony & Olya are not only talented photographers, but a genuine down to earth couple who loves what they do. We can not thank them for all they've done throughout the last two years, and we would recommend them to every couple we know! -
Kristine Sent on 09/25/2019
We couldn’t have asked for anyone better!!
We cannot thank Tony and Olya enough!! Where do we even begin? We purchased the full package so that we can establish a relationship with the two from start to finish and we definitely did. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day, the two made everything SO easy. Not only that, but they were so flexible. We had decided to have a traditional ceremony the night before the wedding and needed them for about two hours. They were accommodating and came the night before the wedding without any issues! For the wedding day, not only were they our photographers, but they helped us with any issues we had! Tony was always looking out for the best lighting, where the best locations were. Olya went out of her way to constantly fix my dress and take the time to make it look good (still cannot thank you enough for that!!). She also gave us last minute first dance tips because we were still a little rusty on our moves. I can go on and on, but the most important thing is that their skills are exceptional. They are a kind, professional team who take absolutely beautiful photos. Our family and friends are still complimenting us about the photos. Please let us know when it’s time for the strawberry margaritas !! Thank you thank you! -
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Winnie Sent on 09/25/2019Professional, responsive, and friendly!
Olya and Tony were the best vendor at our wedding. They were extremely professional and responsive, and consistently added value with ideas and suggestions. They had a really comforting ability to shepherd the scene (and contain the madness!). Their presence throughout the day was ubiquitous, yet seamless and non-disruptive. Now that we've also seen the output of their work, we are also impressed by the quality of their photos! Their work is sharp and insightful, capturing emotion and all the details of the moment. We actually got new perspective on our own wedding which we missed the day-of, just from reviewing their reel. Couldn't recommend them more highly! -
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Christina S. Sent on 06/14/2019Captured Our Fairytale Day
We hired Tony & Olya for our engagement shoot and wedding day, and could not more highly recommend them as photographers.
When going through their body of work, what stuck out to me was that every engagement/wedding that they have photographed clearly has a style to them that is unique to the couple they were working with. It is a beautiful testament to their artistry that they can have a distinct signature style and still bring out the elements of someone else so authentically at the same time. They both knew how to be directive without bossy, and the extra loving touch I appreciated from both of them was how they would listen to our suggestions as well and roll with what felt comfortable and natural to us.
In addition to being great photographers, Tony & Olya are great people to have in your corner on your big day. Olya went above and beyond in wrangling a stray cousin who insisted she was the photographer for the day and handled the situation with so much grace and patience. Tony was a candid moment ninja. When looking through our sneak peeks, my husband could not believe what shots he captured without anyone noticing he was there.
I am so relieved to know that our special day was held in such capable hands. My husband and I cannot wait for the rest of our photos! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Tony & Olya. -
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Esther Sent on 02/28/2018Tony has a way of capturing moments at THE perfect time. I had the privilege of having both Tony and Olya shoot my engagement and wedding photos. Wherever we were going, I could see Tony eyeing every alley and any area for potential photo ops. While Olya focused on the little details that meant a lot to me, she was mindful in keeping me warm and also taking breaks in between.
It takes a while for my husband to get comfortable with strangers, let alone someone that's pointing a camera at you. At our engagement shoot, he was nervously giggling through it all and you'd never know it! They're both so easy going that throughout the shoot it just got easier and easier. Clearly they've been doing this for a very long time, they don't even need any direction from you, which made my life so much easier. They know exactly where they need to be and when.
It's amazing how I can relive every moment by looking through the photos they have taken. It's true what they say on their website, they're story tellers. Trust them and the direction they lead you... they know what they're doing =) -
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Clarice Q. Sent on 06/20/2019I didn't think perfection existed, but it does with Tony and Olya
Tony and Olya are among the most talented, experienced photographers in the industry, truly living up to their name as visual storytellers. They captured the entirety of my wedding day better than I imagined. What I love most about their style is that, in a single shot, they were able to artistically capture genuine moments of tenderness and happiness — beautiful moments that speak volumes and could never be staged (although they did direct our few posed shots and they came out incredible too).
They were so accommodating, creative, professional, and responsive, and their dynamic as a team is flawless. They did the impossible and helped us get comfortable in front of the camera, and even the logistical tasks of coordinating payments and receiving photos electronically were seamless experiences. Working with them was such a pleasure (and so much fun) — I would work with them again in a heartbeat! -
User2442384 Sent on 11/24/2015The moment I saw Tony's work on his website I knew that I had to have him photograph my wedding. The use of light and the colors in the images on his website made my decision easy.
Tony makes great use of the space available to him and was able to get all the poses I wanted (while managing my wedding party expertly). We had Irish Step Dancers as a surprise during the reception, with the dancers wearing black outfits and black tights, against a darker background. The photos that resulted are phenomenal! You would not guess that the lights were turned down in the hall. I also really loved the candids he was able to capture, they're phenomenal. -
User2142414 Sent on 05/21/2015Tony is not only really talented but he is so easy to work with. I have known Tony for a long time now and had a few reservations about hiring a friend (you know, because you don't want to get all Bridezilla with a friend!). But there is no doubt, Tony knows weddings. You can absolutely trust that you will be in great hands and you will be so happy with the results. I've had a lot of friends tell me that they wish they hired a better photographer for their own weddings but I never had that problem at all. Your wedding photos are the one thing you get to keep after it is all said and done so make sure you choose someone who won't let you down. Thank you Tony for the amazing experience & photos! xo
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