We wholeheartedly recommend Arjay as a wedding photographer. My husband and I are not particularly comfortable in front of the camera and knew we would need guidance to avoid feeling stiff or awkward. From the very beginning, Arjay put us at ease. During our engagement session, he provided clear, thoughtful direction while keeping the atmosphere light and relaxed. His sense of humor helped us loosen up, resulting in candid photos that truly captured our personalities.  Arjay was also instrumental in helping our wedding day run smoothly. While planning our itinerary, he went above and beyond the role of photographer, offering a detailed timeline and helpful insight into what to expect throughout the day. On the wedding day itself, he ensured that our wedding party and families were organized and present for each shot.  He also collaborated seamlessly with our videographer, working so cohesively that you would have thought they were part of the same team. Arjay's professionalism, organization and ability to make us feel comfortable made all the difference, and we are so grateful for the beautiful memories he captured. read more

We booked Arjay for our March 2025 wedding and highly recommend him! My wife actually came across Arjay's work before we even had a wedding date set--and he was the very first photographer she bookmarked. His fine art photography style is elegant, timeless, and exactly what we envisioned. As soon as our date was confirmed, she reached out right away. After our initial consultation, we instantly knew he was the right choice for us. His package offerings are very reasonable--ours included an engagement session, a second shooter, and flexible options for coverage. He's also incredibly helpful, communicative, and full of thoughtful advice when it comes to planning your day. During our engagement session, he made us feel totally at ease in front of the camera (which is no small feat!) and turned the shoot into a genuinely fun experience. When we received our gallery, we were blown away by both the quality and the sheer number of beautiful photos. It confirmed that we made the perfect choice in hiring him. On our wedding day, Arjay helped keep everything running smoothly. He followed our timeline, captured all the moments we requested (and so many more), and worked seamlessly with our videographer. He truly went above and beyond, and the moments he captured are ones we'll treasure for a lifetime. On top of his incredible talent, Arjay is just a wonderful, easygoing person who's a joy to be around. We're so grateful for his artistry and professionalism--thank you again, Arjay! read more

Arjay and his team were absolutely amazing! Our wedding photos are magical, capturing every special moment perfectly. Professional, creative, and so easy to work with. We highly recommend! read more

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Choosing Arjay was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the moment we booked Arjay, we knew we were in great hands--but the experience far exceeded our expectations. Arjay didn't just capture our wedding day; he elevated it. Every moment felt personal, intentional, and beautifully tailored to who we are as a couple. The whole process, from start to finish, felt so seamless. Our first meeting was planned to be a quick interview, but our interaction turned into hours of stories and laughter. Though we had long conversations, they always had a direction and purpose towards our wedding day. We knew from the moment we met Arjay that he was our definite choice. Our engagement shoot was a joyous activity. We felt nervous at first due to unknown circumstances, but Arjay made us feel comfortable. He knew all the best angles and poses to truly capture our engagement shoot. Moreover, what truly stood out was how effortlessly he blended into the wedding day. Outgoing and sociable, Arjay connected with all of our guests--young and old alike--making everyone feel comfortable and included. His respectful, warm presence added a genuine joy to the day that many of our guests still mention. He is prompt, professional, and incredibly adaptable. When one of the planned settings didn't work out due to unforeseen circumstances, Arjay didn't miss a beat--finding spontaneous locations, creative alternatives that turned out to be even more magical than we imagined. He wasn't just a hired professional photographer for our wedding; he became our friend. When wedding planning became stressful, Arjay assured us, laid out prompts, and gave great suggestions. We are beyond grateful for the stunning memories he captured and for the care he put into every detail. If you're looking for someone who brings both artistry and heart to your special day, we wholeheartedly recommend Arjay Photography. read more

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Arjay was the best photographer we could have asked for! He did both our engagement shoot and our wedding and both times we were very impressed. He was very knowledgeable about the best photo spots for both venues (Filoli House and Hakone Garden) and he took SO MANY photos! He was very professional and made sure to keep to our timetable; he was basically our 2nd coordinator. Whenever we had a break, he was very personable and fun to talk to. read more

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Arjay is literally amazing! My husband and I were thrilled and kept showing off our photos from the engagement session to wedding highlights to our family and friends as soon as we got them. We booked Arjay in July 2023 for our wedding this August 3, 2024 for a 12-hour package. When searching for our wedding photographer, we prioritized 1) a photographer who was able to provide us posing guidance for not only us, but for our families/friends in the photos for the formal sessions, 2) timeless, but authentic emotions from our photos, and 3) someone who is familiar/open to capturing key moments within the Vietnamese tea ceremony! Arjay ticked off all of the boxes. Choosing a wedding photographer is a HUGE decision/investment not only financially, but emotionally. For me, personally, I've heard so many critiques from my family members about how certain family photos should turn or should've turned out based on my cousins' weddings, etc. like it was nerve wracking trying to find someone whose style matched our vision and someone my family wouldn't complain about! However, I think the best compliments from my parents/family was 1) my dad said he "looked like he had hair" because most professional photos from previous family weddings emphasized my dad's sparse hair on top LOL, 2) my mom made our family photo her lock screen, and 3) my extended family said there was actually enough time to take photos and the photography team (aka Arjay and his second shooter Cesar) were patient with the large family and wrestling all the kids together! At the end of the day, though, Arjay really made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and though I needed a lot of extra reminders to straighten up or so, there's no photo of Arjay's that we're displeased about! He's easygoing, fun, and to whoever is considering booking Arjay but hasn't pulled the trigger yet, do it and you won't regret it! We're still waiting on our photos for our wedding, but I already know it's going to be amazing! read more

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We couldn't have asked for a better photographer than Arjay for our wedding! From start to finish, he was a dream to work with--so talented, professional, and full of positive energy. We're not the most comfortable in front of the camera, but Arjay made us feel totally at ease every step of the way. He was amazing at guiding us with posing and helping us find the best lighting for the perfect shots. We were totally stuck on where to take our engagement photos, but Arjay gave us a list of amazing spots. We ended up choosing one he recommended, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning! On the wedding day, Arjay brought along his colleague Cesar, who was just as awesome. We had a pretty long list of family shots, and both of them were super patient and encouraging throughout the whole process. They captured all parts of the wedding beautifully, documenting the day from start to finish. When we got our photos back, we were in awe--truly a dream! You can really tell that Arjay loves what he does, and that passion shines through in every picture. We can't recommend him enough. Thank you, Arjay, for capturing such an important day in the most beautiful way possible! read more

Arjay is an amazing photographer! His pictures and edits are so beautiful! We couldn't be happier. From the moment we first connected with him to get a quote, he was smiling, giving us information while also sharing his experience. Believe me, we were insanely overwhelmed and had NO idea what we were doing when planning our wedding. But, he had so much good advice when it came to planning what shots we needed, how the timeline would work on the day of, and he shares these really useful powerpoints that gave a lot of information. Engagement shoot was when we first met him, and he made us feel super comfortable since the husband and I are NOT photo people. We got some really good shots and overall just had a fun day. Honestly, that engagement shoot was what cemented it for me. I knew we were in good hands. Day of the wedding, we were way behind schedule pretty much all day and had a lot of last minute changes (big families, what can you do) and he and his second photographer were SUPER flexible and did everything with a smile. We actually had to add on extra hours at the end just because we were that behind, and he was more than happy to. Overall insanely professional, skilled, but also really relatable and more than ready to make anyone's day extra memorable. Cannot recommend enough! Thank you Arjay! read more

Arjay was fantastic as our wedding photographer! We loved his photography style and how comfortable he made the whole process for us. His package offered a complimentary engagement photo session which was great. Arjay was very accommodating and all our engagement photos turned out well. Arjay was always helpful, communicative, and gave lots of meaningful advice for the wedding process and the days leading up to the big day. During the big day Arjay kept pace with the wedding schedule, captured all the important photos, fulfilled all our requested photo shots, and just really above and beyond. We got our wedding gallery and all the photos look amazing. We're still going through them and we're just blown away. We're really grateful that we had Arjay as our photographer and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for someone to capture their big day. read more

If you're still looking for a wedding photographer... look no further!! Arjay is your guy. Hiring him to do our engagement and wedding day photos was one of the best decisions I made. Arjay was an absolute joy to work with! He's super down to earth, punctual, had clear communication, and his attention to details is top notch! Our engagement shoot was our first time having photos professionally taken so we did not know what to expect but Arjay made it feel so natural, fun, and effortless. On our wedding day he worked so well with our other vendors and guests. I am in love with the photos he blessed us with. He did an amazing job at capturing all the moments that mattered and his work is just absolutely stunning. We cannot recommend Arjay enough, thank you again so much for everything! read more

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We picked Arjay as our wedding photographer, and he wasn't just a picture-taker; he was a visual storyteller, weaving magic through the lens. From capturing the twinkle in our eyes during the vows to freezing that crazy dance move at the reception, every shot felt like a piece of art. His knack for finding beauty in unexpected places made our album truly unique. He is also super funny, makes you feel comfortable, and even went out of the way for my husband and I! During our engagement photos in Dixon, he even went to a florist for a bouquet and I Venmo'd him for it since I didn't have time. His work is amazing, and well worth the cost! I love his photos so much that they're my profile picture on Facebook and Instagram! If you want more than just photos but a visual love story, Arjay is the hidden gem you've been searching for! read more

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Arjay is hands down the best wedding photographer! All of our photos from our engagement shoot to our wedding day came out so perfectly! At first we were so nervous with our engagement shoot, as we were not sure what to expect and thought we would have to pose awkwardly. But Arjay made us feel super comfortable, he made us look natural, made us laugh nonstop, and made our shoot super fun! For our wedding, he captured every beautiful moment and as we browsed through our photos once we received them you can definitely feel all the emotion and love from that day. His attention to detail is amazing! Again, he's the best, 10/10 would highly recommend him. Thank you so much for capturing our special day Arjay! read more

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We worked with Arjay for our wedding which included an engagement session! The pictures speak for themself and we love love love all of them! He was able to capture all our emotions and fun during our special day! He also took amazing photos with our dog during our engagement - our baby boy passed a few months after so we are so grateful he was able to capture his spirit. On top of that Arjay went above and beyond in all ways...he made us comfortable - 2 people who hate and feel awkward taking photos. We had so much fun with Arjay during our engagement photos and our wedding! And he made us look good too :) he was super helpful, gave us advice and was very responsive through our wedding planning process. And he was earlier than we were expecting in delivering all of our photos! Thank you for everything Arjay! Hope to have a special occasion to work with you again in the future! read more

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Arjay was absolutely amazing! He is so attentive to detail and creative -- plus he does a great job of getting everyone's best angles! He's also so good at capturing everyone's authentic reaction and made sure we were all having a fun and happy time! Not only is he talented but he is a joy to be around and doesn't stop making you laugh. You'll be super thankful to have him as your photographer! read more

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Arjay is an amazing photographer! I am so glad we found him and he accepted our request to capture important milestones in our lives (engagement & wedding photos). 1. He is very communicative. 2. He is on time. 3. He went above and beyond: took his time to capture precious moments, helped us with posing, and curated photos with lasting impressions. 4. He ensured to deliver photos/albums in a timely manner. 5. Bonus: reasonable pricing!!! What else can you ask for? We highly recommend Arjay! You won't regret it! read more

Just an update. We received our photos and I am simply...blow away. They are so much better than I could've imagined. I can't believe that was actually us!! He made us look so good. The photos are gorgeous, and I couldn't recommend anyone better than Arjay. GO BOOK HIM NOW!! read more

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Oh my goodness, where do I begin? Our photos came out so beautiful!! Arjay was a delight to work with! He was professional, punctual, funny and very reasonable in price. He made us feel like we were family! We were so comfortable with him which made it a breeze. He had my husband and I cracking up!! He guided us throughout the whole process with posing. He truly is gifted and great at what he does. He was able to make my Dad and Father in law smile!!! They never smile in photos!! I will definitely be reaching out to him again if I should need a Photographer! I highly recommend!! read more

These reviews don't lie!!!! Arjay was off the bat super responsive and friendly. He communicated clearly and promptly. We got married at the Sf city hall and he made the process very easy and fun. I don't really like taking photos but he made me very comfortable with the process . My family liked him very much too as he is personable! I highly recommend him to all couples! read more

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If you're looking for a photographer and team to deliver on your wedding day, this is it! I STRONGLY recommend hiring Arjay and his photography team for your wedding. From the very beginning, Arjay has been professional, communicative, and fun to work with. Arjay even helped my wife and I on organizing our wedding timeline. On our wedding day, his team was on time for every photo shoot location and brought tons of energy by encouraging us to have fun. Our wedding photos came out sooner than expected and came out amazing. Highly recommend him for all your wedding and other events! Book him soon, he's a catch! ;) read more

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I had been following Arjay on instagram for some time before even getting engaged. Once we started the process of looking for wedding vendors, I knew I wanted to work with Arjay. From the initial call, we hit it off and he understood all the expectations that we had. He did both our engagement and wedding day photos and captured our relationship perfectly throughout both. His team went above and beyond! At the beginning of the wedding day, Arjay even pulled off on the side of the road to gather flowers that he knew went with our color scheme, because our flowers were arriving to the venue, and he was doing flat-lay photos at the hotel where we were getting ready. They also knew that we didn't want to see each other until our first look and they used their walkie talkies to make sure the other person wasn't in the area or in a spot where they would accidentally catch a glimpse of the other. Arjay was great and posing us and giving us directions on how to move to get the best photos. When we received the images, we were blown away! He and his team made everyone who was in front of the camera feel comfortable, which resulted in pictures that we will cherish forever. read more

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Arjay is an amazing photographer, and there's a reason he gets 5 stars! Because of Arjay's incredible portfolio and his outstanding work on our friend's wedding photos, we had already decided that we wanted him to be our wedding photographer. The fact that he was free on our wedding date made us very happy! We got married at the San Francisco City Hall and although we worked with him for a couple hours, he made us feel at ease and made the entire process enjoyable. We value his guidance for our photos as well as his humor and positive attitude! When we received our pictures, it was tough to choose a favorite because all of them are so beautiful! Arjay is a gifted photographer with his creativity, attention to detail and ability to capture those special moments. Look no further! He is the perfect photographer to capture those moments you want to remember forever. Thank you, Arjay! We can't wait to work with you again in the future! read more

My experience with Rj was so awesome and special. He was referred by a co worker that previously hired him for her photo shoot, she told me so many good things not only bout how good his work was, but also how amazing of a person he was. I meet Rj for the first time durning my engagement photo shoot and felt a special connection right away, he made me and my husband feel so comfortable and made us laugh and have a good time. Then Rj was the photographer for my wedding, now that was a amazing day and so special, he captured so many special moments and not only was me and my husband feel so grateful to have Rj there, friends and family were so happy they were coming up to me and saying how good and how nice Rj was. I could not have picked a better photographer and moving forward I will always have Rj as our photographer. 10/10 read more

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You should definitely hire Arjay and his team because not only are they easy to work with, the finished product is delightful. I am not a photogenic person and neither is my husband; we are the kind of people that are always making a slightly strange face in photos - but somehow Arjay managed to capture us at our best! He gave cues and instruction for the poses and also caught us naturally as well. I will treasure these photos and truly they are some of the best wedding photos I have seen! During our wedding he kept me up to date with his plan and what he was doing and why. He helped settle my anxiety of what was happening in terms of the group shots, et. read more

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My wife and I recently hired Arjay and his team to capture our wedding and tea ceremony. Simply put, Arjay did an extraordinary job and I would absolutely recommend him. Selecting a photographer for the wedding is one of the more daunting tasks of the wedding process as you really only get one chance to capture the moments. After meeting with Arjay and viewing his work, I knew he was the man for the job. Arjay is a true professional and his craftsmanship is evident in the photos and video we received. Arjay's photos captured the wide array of emotions throughout the two ceremonies and honestly are some of the best family photos I have. It's relatively easy to take a "good" photo, but it's hard to take "great" photos; Arjay's photos fall into the second category. Due to COVID, my wife and I choose to have a very small wedding with just our immediate family, which was tough as we wanted to celebrate with our extended family and friends. I've shared the photos and video with our family who couldn't attend and multiple people have mentioned how they felt like they were there after viewing Arjay's work. For that I thank Arjay immensely and I know I will cherish these photos forever. Lastly, Arjay and his crew are just super friendly to work with. Funny, charismatic, personable, on-time/flexible, just all around good people. Like other reviews have said, just an awesome guy and photographer. I would absolutely book him again and recommend to my friends and family. read more

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If you're looking for a photographer for any special occasion, look no further. Arjay is the best on what he does. He knows how to capture real life moments. He made us feel comfortable during our session and he will make you laugh. All of our photos came out great. Thank you for the wonderful photos and your fantastic work! read more

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Not only did Arjay executed his job perfectly, he was very caring and helpful with my backyard wedding party. He took initiative with assisting me with anything that didn't even have to do with the photography. He was also very attentive to the schedule and time of day to make sure I get good photos of activities before the evening came. That didn't matter though because the evening pictures came out just as nice! I wish I had more of those photos! If you ever hire him, tell him exactly what you want and you will get exactly what you asked for. Thank you Arjay! read more

Absolutely amazing photographer!! Must hire! I was referred a handful of photographers but Arjay's none of them stood out in terms of maternity photos unlike Arjay's portfolio on IG so we contacted him. He answered in a timely manner and was able to accommodate us. This is our first ever photoshoot and tbh I was nervous on how to pose. But immediately after meeting Arjay and his wife, they made us feel comfortable. I had some inspiration photos and he was able to incorporate them. We had so much fun and the pics looks amazing! It was hard to pick which ones we like the most. We definitely recommend him and we look forward to working with him again! read more

Arjay is the dopest photographer around! I don't usually write reviews, but I can't recommend this guy enough. His work speaks for itself, but I can vouch for his professionalism and passion for his craft. When the pandemic hit, our wedding plans were in limbo. We ended up postponing the main event and just planned an intimate backyard wedding. Every vendor was rescheduled, including Arjay. Being a bit of a photography enthusiast myself, I was pretty bummed as I was looking forward to getting some dope pictures of our happiest moments shot by a pro, especially one as skilled as Arjay. We really enjoyed working with him and getting to know him from the engagement shoot included in our package. Little did I know that my then-wife-to-be had planned a last-minute surprise for Arjay to shoot our wedding day. She actually had Arjay hide in a box for 20 minutes in 90 degree weather to pop out and surprise me at the front door. The man hid in a freakin' cardboard box for 20 minutes to surprise me! If that doesn't speak to his enthusiasm for his work, I don't know what will. As far as the wedding day was concerned, Arjay was a consummate professional. We had only booked him for a short amount of time and he arrived pretty close to go-time. Though I was truly delighted by him showing up to shoot for us, I totally didn't account for photography in our schedule. However, Arjay remained calm and collected, grasped the situation immediately and directed everyone as needed in order to get all the shots he needed in the time he had. Somehow, during all that, he managed to have tons of fun with everyone, cracked jokes, and had a really great time! Our entire wedding court loved him. In the end, we were able to start the ceremony on time and get plenty of awesome shots. He managed to capture all the highlights of the day: every smile, laugh, cry, and detail was accounted for. When I showed the shots to my family members, they were very impressed with the quality of the photos. Can you believe that's my freakin' backyard? I was mostly impressed by Arjay's adaptability and creativeness. As someone who knows a little bit about photography, it's pretty easy to get a stunning shot when you're at an amazing venue with scenic views and backgrounds. (Why else do people pay so much for wedding venues?) But I believe it's a testament to a photographer's skill to just show up to someone's house and find ways to get amazing shots out of a place some consider mundane. He made magic with what he had. Did I mention he did the entire shoot solo? Tl;dr: Awesome dude, skilled photographer. Book him. You won't be disappointed. I can't wait to work with him again for the real party once this stupid pandemic is over with! read more

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We hired Arjay as our wedding photographer and Arjay did an awesome job in delivering high-quality photos. You know you hired a great photographer when he not just only captured special moments, but he was also able to tell your story through his camera lenses. Both of our families really enjoyed having him for the wedding and praised his friendliness and professionalism. The reviews I got from my family was that "he knows what he was doing". The communication with Arjay is very easy and he response promptly. I had to adjust my schedule multiple times trying to organize two different tea ceremony and the wedding on the same day. Arjay was patient and he also suggest different timing to help allow all the events to happen. There were moments we had to crunch on time, but Arjay never show any stress and let us enjoy the moment. We couldn't thank Arjay enough for all the beautiful pictures he delivered, and hopefully we will cross paths again. read more

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We were extremely happy that Arjay was our photographer for our wedding! We also did an engagement session with Arjay at San Francisco city hall, and the photos were stunning. We especially love the directions Arjay gave us when taking our photos. He made us laugh, and helped move us into the best angles, positions, lighting, and setting. On our wedding day, he was able to take all the photos that we wanted for the wedding and was always there when we needed him. Arjay definitely will make you feel special! read more

Where to even begin? When we first began our photographer search for our wedding, we were so overwhelmed! We made a post on a photographer page and got flooded with responses from wonderful photographers. We looked through so many profiles and visited a plethora of websites. Something about Arjay just stuck out. His talent was obvious and in our conversations with him, we were just hit with this strong sense that he was our guy. We cannot be more thrilled with our decision. Arjay was such a joy to work with!! He's funny, positive and personal and knows exactly how to get the shots of anyone's dreams. We are by no means models and had never worked with a professional photographer in any capacity. But looking through our engagement and wedding photos, Arjay made us look like we belong in a magazine! And the process was sooooo fun and stress free! Arjay was definitely more than just our photographer, as he coordinated so well with our videographer and other vendors to keep time and the flow of our day going smoothly. Arjay, thank you so much. Honestly, our wedding day, and the reminiscing we've done since, would not have been the same without you. You caught all of the emotions felt by everyone and to see all of that is just so special. I hope that we'll have the privilege to work together again in the future! We definitely know who to call when we're ready for newborn and family photos! Prospective clients, in choosing Arjay to capture your big moments, you're choosing right. He's honestly the best, funniest, kindest guy. read more

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We enjoyed working with Arjay. He is very professional, but very comfortable and easy to work with. He make sure he knows what you want and he takes time to really explore the venue to give you the quality photos for your special day. We wanted elegant, candid and raw emotions captured and he was able to deliver that. You can see the true colors in every photo. Thank you, Arjay for capturing memories that we will forever cherish. BEST DECISION EVER!!! read more

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We can not express how much we really enjoyed having Arjay capture our special day. My husband and I are not front of the camera people and Arjay and his assistant made us feel so comfortable. From getting ready photos to first look, it truly felt so natural. He made us all laugh and just be relaxed. His communication was perfect, always there to answer questions, responded promptly, and overall just an amazing experience working with him. He made is super easy to consult too since we were from out of town. Thank you for everything Arjay! read more

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I had a wonderful experience working with Arjay for my wedding and engagement photos. From the moment we had our initial meeting onto my big day, Arjay was fun, professional, and easy to work with! My husband is very awkward in front of the camera and hardly smiles in photos, but Arjay worked his magic and made him feel at ease. We joked around during our engagement photo session, and he was able to capture beautiful and natural photos of us. During our wedding, Arjay was flexible with the many different locations I wanted to shoot at, and he was extremely helpful in directing us throughout the day, made it very fun, and ultimately captured some of the best photos that me and my husband have since we started dating. Not to mention, he knows all the best angles and poses for the most flattering pictures. Not only does Arjay have a great eye on beautiful shots but he also pays attention to the fine details. I cannot recommend Arjay enough! 10/10 on the wonderful experience and for the stunning photos of my wedding day! read more

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We hired Arjay to be our wedding photographer. From the moment we met him, we already loved him. Arjay is professional, fun, and creative!! We did an engagement session with him months before our actual wedding and we have been getting compliments on our photos ever since. His style is one of a kind but he also has an awesome personality. This guy is seriously so talented!! He gave us feedback and support from the moment I hired him to be our wedding photographer.. that was over a year before our actual wedding date. He makes every photoshoot so fun. I want to take photos with him annually haha. He made it super enjoyable for my wedding party and guests as well. He was definitely a highlight on our wedding day. He captured all the big and small moments to help us remember our wedding day for the rest of our lives. My husband and I do not regularly take photos like this together and he made us look amazingg! Definitely going to be printing and framing a bunch of these photos. Thank you Arjay for making our wedding day so fun!! We always have a good time when we are with you. Cannot wait to have more photo sessions with you. You are not only our wedding photographer, you have become our friend. read more

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Arjay is the best! He is very responsive and always eager to help throughout the planning process leading up to the day of the event. He is funny and ensures everyone is having a great time and is able to advise on how to pose and capture those picture perfect moments. This was the first time I have hired a photographer. We had a great time and everyone really loved having him and his team out there. I highly recommend him for any photography session and really appreciate all his hard work! read more

Arjay is one of the best photographers I've ever worked with. We planned our whole wedding in just 3 months, and Arjay's positive demeanor and relaxed style really helped facilitate the whole process. He did our engagement shoot, which turned out really wonderful! For our wedding, he brought on an additional photographer, Thien. They captured everything we wanted and more. The one thing I noticed was that I didn't even notice them - which I think is amazing because they were able to get all those candid, genuinely happy shots. There were so many photos that I don't even remember taking, all so lovely and real. Another awesome thing was that Arjay was able to give me a bunch of ideas; I didn't know what kind of pictures to take with my bridesmaids and he was like, "robes, champagne and flutes for a toast shot," etc. I didn't have to think too much, just went with the flow and did what he said. We were working with very limited time following the ceremony, because the sun was due to set about half an hour after "I do." It was super fast paced and all a blur with my emotions running so high, but they KILLED IT. Gorgeous, gorgeous photos that captured the happiest moment of our lived. His attitude is so easygoing and pleasant, he's relatable and genuine and gentle and 100% we're going back to him for any future shoots. He was so patient with me, too! I cannot recommend him enough. read more

Arjay Moreno Photography - Event Photography Near Me - Vallejo, California

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When I was researching for a wedding photographer last summer, I had a set of specific qualities that I wanted to see in one of the most important vendors of one of the most important days of my life. I was looking for a local, small-business photographer who is not only skilled at what they do, but someone who is great at capturing photos of women of color, someone who knows how to make their subject feel comfortable and bring out their personalities during the shoot. My now husband and I reached out to Arjay last year and scheduled a meet-up with him at his studio in Vallejo. Arjay was a delight to meet and speak with! From the moment we walked through his doors, we liked his energy and his personality, he was so chill and easy going! He had a prepared slideshow, as well as a sample gallery, a photo book, and a framed printed photo, so we could see what our "end product" would look like. We knew immediately he had all the qualities we were looking for. As a cherry on top, I just knew that having a Filipino photographer would jive really well with my Filipino family! Needless to say, we left that meeting knowing we wanted to hire him. We ended up booking the "Deluxe Package" which includes a full-day coverage, a second photographer, a complimentary engagement shoot, and more! One of the things that stuck with me during our meeting with Arjay was when he told me that I could also rely on him as a coordinator. He understands that wedding planning requires as many positive resources as possible, and working with him throughout the whole process felt like having another ally. Arjay is always prompt with his reply, and his jolly personality translates even in his emails. Arjay really helped me put together a wedding timeline that made the most sense to our schedule, while also utilizing the full-day coverage we booked for. For example, we originally did not want to do a "first look." Up until the last 30 days. Arjay looked at our timeline and said we don't have enough time for posed photos. We played around with several scenarios until Arjay said to reconsider. Our venue was only booked from 5pm to 10pm, which meant we also didn't have time to schedule pictures in between the ceremony and reception. So, instead of figuring out how to squeeze anything in during that 5hr timeframe, we scheduled photos from 3pm to 4:45pm, right before the ceremony. Imagine, if we stuck with our original plan we would have ended up with either very few posed photos OR very little time having fun and mingling with our guests! We are so glad we listened to him! Not only did we get all the photos we wanted and then some, it was also like having a pre-party before the wedding. (PSA: Brides and Grooms, LISTEN to your photographer! Your wedding day schedule relies on them!) We had a truly magical experience with Arjay, both at our engagement shoot and wedding day. Initially, we were going to pass on the complimentary engagement shoot included in our package. However, as months went by, we realized that not doing so would put us at a disadvantage because we're not really "natural" in front of the camera. We needed a little practice. Despite his busy schedule, Arjay made time for us and even helped me brainstorm for a suitable location. He also sent us a PDF Guide on how to best prepare for your shoot which was very helpful! On the day of the shoot, Arjay made us laugh to get comfortable in front of the camera, coached us on how to pose, where to look, how to not feel and look awkward. It was like working with a friend! We also enjoyed the team he brought together for our wedding day - Aron and Trinity were the best wingman and wingwoman! Arjay was with me and my bridal party, while Aron and Trinity were with the groom and his party. Arjay and his team were extremely flexible with all the curveballs thrown at us that day: not being able to use our wedding venue for the photoshoot, the sun at its highest peak during the photoshoot which led to yet another location pivot, and having more friends join the tail end of the session. They were super fun and organized professionals, and we absolutely loved working with Arjay and his team! And the finished photos, oh my goodness... not only did we get gorgeous "sneak peaks" each time to tide us over, the full gallery turnaround was super fast (4 weeks from date of shoot)! For the wedding gallery, we have the ability to "hide" certain pictures before we can share the link to our families and guests who want to see them, in addition to the ability to download both high-resolution and Facebook-frendly-resolution photos. Overall, if you are looking to hire and support a POC-owned small business, a photographer with amazing skills behind the camera and with people, look no further: Arjay Moreno is your man! We absolutely recommend him and would hire him again in the future. read more

We hired Arjay for our wedding and it was one of the best decisions we made! I was recommended and shown his work by a coworker and immediately put in an inquiry to book. He was very prompt in responding from the time of our inquiry up until the time we received our final gallery. Arjay had great tips and suggestions with how to prepare for our engagement shoot and was very knowledgable with many different locations around the Bay Area for our shoot that best fit our vibe. Leading up to our wedding, he regularly checked in with us to see if we needed help with anything, and again had many great suggestions when it came to tweaking our timeline. Arjay not only delivers great photos but is also amazing to work with. While planning a stressful wedding, open and constant communication with vendors is an absolute must. Our gallery for both our engagement photoshoot and our wedding was absolutely beautiful. We are so happy with all of our photos and will cherish these forever. Thank you Arjay!! read more

This is the first time our family had a small photoshoot outside studio. Arjay made us feel comfortable during our shoot. The photos came out really good as well. He's quick to response if you have any questions. If you are looking for a photographer for any occasion, I suggest to try and book Arjay! We will definitely be coming back in the future. read more

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