Great dude and great photos! Creativity off the charts. We were very happy with everything, from the engagement shoot to the wedding. Thank you Jeff! read more

Jeff is truly a master of his craft. We were first drawn to his portfolio for its dramatic lighting and distinctive, artistic perspective. It felt different from the typical wedding photography we were seeing. From our very first conversation, it was clear that Jeff understood our vision, and that confidence carried through our engagement shoot and the wedding day itself. His laid-back personality put us at ease, and we completely trusted him to capture our day. We're not used to being in front of the camera, but the engagement session was the perfect trial run. By the time the wedding arrived, we felt comfortable and relaxed, especially after getting to know Jeff over the course of the year. We knew we didn't want overly posed, traditional photos, and even with the family portraits, Jeff had an incredible ability to capture genuine, animated moments that felt full of life and true to everyone's personalities. When we received our gallery, the photos were everything we had hoped for and more. Jeff captured not only the big moments, but also the moments we missed while the day flew by. Looking through the images felt like stepping back into our wedding day, and so many of them felt like genuine works of art rather than just wedding photos. read more

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Wedding planning in Los Angeles can be a daunting task. One Google review yields thousands of hits. When my now Husband and I started our search for a wedding photographer we were looking for somebody unconventional. We didn't want our photos to look like the copy paste formula that so many people have been posing for for decades. That's when we found Jeff on a random Instagram search. His photos were beautiful, they felt personal, and that's exactly what we were searching for. I reached out right away and from the get go Jeff's communication has always been prompt and informative. After our first zoom meeting, we knew he was the guy that we wanted to work with. He understood what we were trying to capture on our wedding day, the hidden moments. We worked with Jeff for our Engagement Photos, and it honestly felt like the perfect trial run for the wedding. We met in Downtown LA and he instantly put us as ease. It can be nerve wracking to take professional photos on the streets with everyone staring, but Jeff managed to make it feel like it was just us. Our shoot was playful and intimate, and collaborative. I knew we were in good hands. On the day of our wedding Jeff was there right on time capturing all those amazing moments before the ceremony that I know we'll both cherish. From my mom and girlfriends helping me get ready, to our first looks and private vows, right down the aisle. Jeff was extremely patient and professional with our families who were not as comfortable in front of the camera, and once the party started he covered a lot of ground from dancing to party games, and all the love in between. Shooting with Jeff felt like shooting with a friend and that's what every Bride needs on her wedding day. That feeling like they have your best interest at heart. We would shoot with Jeff again and again, and could not recommend him enough. You won't be disappointed. read more

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I found Jeff a few years ago and have hired him for several projects because he just absolutely crushes it, every time. When it came to my wedding, I told Jeff I didn't want any stale wedding photos. I asked for authentic moments and artsy captures that were solid pics independent of my obvious emotional bias to the day and subject matter- and he delivered. If you need a photography vendor who isn't uptight, boring, or predictable, Jeff is your guy. Beautiful work, casual, fun vibes, and possibly a new best friend? After our wedding reception, I think Jeff is officially a part of our family now too. read more

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We found Jeff when we were looking for a photographer for our engagement photos and wedding. Let me tell you Jeff does not disappoint. His photos are a work of art. They aren't your ordinary engagement/wedding photos. They have style and really capture each person as they are. We knew we found our photographer when we got on that first call with Jeff. His laid back demeanor and is attention to detail really make you feel comfortable when shooting with him. Plus he's just a really cool person. My husband and I said we wanted our photographer to be apart of every milestone of our lives and we found that in Jeff. Thanks Jeff!! We really love you! read more

Jeff is simply the BEST!! We booked him for our wedding and engagement photos and he was a dream to work with. Jeff helped us create an engagement photoshoot theme that fit our relationship perfectly and felt natural to us. My husband was very nervous to be in front of the camera but Jeff made us both feel so at ease so quickly. Before we knew it we were laughing, playing music, chatting, and just enjoying ourselves in front of Jeff's camera. That ease transferred so well into our wedding day - he was so professional and easy to work with and the photos he created both for our wedding and our engagement can only be described as MAGIC! We're completely in love with his work. BOOK JEFF YOU WON'T REGRET IT!! read more

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Jeff was so easy to work with, helped alot when we didn't know what to do with our hands, got genuine laughs out of us. My husband and I were not used to being in front of a camera and working with a professional but Jeff made us feel like we were all hanging together as friends. He wasn't disruptive with the day of our wedding just blended in well and took what I wanted for the day of and ran with it. Loved working with him! Will have to find an excuse to hire him again! read more

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Jeff is awesome! He is willing to travel and work around your schedule. We did a two part wedding where our ceremony was separate from our reception. He was easy to accommodate us and is pretty chill to work with. We went with him because we know others who have had work done by him that turned out great. Would absolutely recommend! read more

Jeff was fantastic! He captured our wedding day so beautifully. He's got a creative eye, and if you're willing, will take really fun shots for you to remember forever! Jeff also made us both feel comfortable and natural behind the camera, and fully captured our vision - wanting to be candid and just have fun! The laughter and seamless communication during the shoot allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment. Overall, Jeff played a vital role in immortalizing our wedding day, transforming moments into timeless photographs that captured the love and joy we felt. We are grateful for his expertise and would not hesitate to recommend their services to other couples looking to create lasting memories of their special day. read more

My husband and I hired Jeff for our engagement shoot and very quickly re-booked him for our wedding. He is so easy to work with and especially with our engagement shoot he was down for any idea you have. Four our engagement shoot we had this idea to have it in a pool but had almost no reference photos that we liked. We sent him a rented pool address and we made the most despite the gloomy weather and they were perfect photos and such a fun session. A few months later, the wedding was no different. Aside from the absolutely stunning photos, one of the things that stood out about working with Jeff over other wedding photographers I've worked with was how relaxed he made everything feel. Despite an obviously strict timeline, nothing ever felt stressful or rushed. There was no pressure to over pep any of our photos or make it feel like something that wasn't us. We felt comfortable being ourselves in front of him, and he somehow made those moments shine. Every little moment we thought might be awkward he made beautiful. Thank you Jeff! read more

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Jeff offers a free wedding consultation for couples who are interested in working with him and it's a great way to break the ice, meet a complete stranger, and see if you both want to spend more time together (because photoshoots). For couples like my partner and myself, who literally just stumbled into the world of wedding planning, he's also very kind and patient with all the new terms and aspects of weddings which we greatly appreciated about him. We've followed him on Social Media (go check out his instagram- it's gorgeous!) since we first started dreaming about saving up to get engaged and married, and we looked him up again and booked him next day for the consulting session literally the night of our engagement. He's super funny and chill on social media, also an advocate for small businesses and a big supporter of diversity and inclusion, all of which sits right with us. Excited to be working long-term with such a talented and inspirational photographer! Thanks Jeff. read more

Jeff is a true profession at what he does. He was easy to get along and work with. He had an eye for taking photos at the best angles and at the best moments. Capturing those moments is everything in photography and Jeff did just that. Recently got my wedding photos back and they were outstanding, couldn't ask for more. Jeff delivered and I know he will do an amazing job every time he takes the shot he's looking for. You won't be disappointed. Worth the money because you pay for quality! read more

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The two people you will spend the most time with during your wedding is your photographer and your videographer, so it was important that we vibed with both of them. We LOVE Jeff. He was the first vendor we booked for our wedding. We met over zoom and he had a super chill personality that we knew we wanted for our wedding. We felt like we had known him for years and it was so comfortable. I found Jeff on IG and loved how he was able to capture the love of all his couples. His photographs are so beautiful...they were genuine and not super staged or awkward looking. My husband and I are probably the most awkward/uncomfortable when posing but Jeff put us at ease. It was fun and hilarious and he was the perfect choice for our special day. His photographs are bold, beautiful, and everything we wanted and didn't know we wanted. Unfortunately, I was one of those brides that had a shot list because our family is the most important to us so we HAD TO get those family photos and everything else was bonus. Jeff didn't complain about anything we asked for and did an AMAZING job. My only regret is not having more of artsy-completely signature Jeff photos he has in his portfolio. Jeff is truly an artist and took gorgeous photos of our wedding and we are so lucky to relive our wedding day. read more

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Highly recommend Jeff. We loved the overall experience and photos! We valued his style and guidance on the best photos to fit our needs. He was fun, creative, patient, and professional. He made things simple for us and we trusted him throughout the process. We simply love how all the photos came out and we're thankful we are that we partnered with Jeff for our wedding! read more

We hired Jeff to photograph our wedding and it was a wonderful experience. Not only was he an exceptionally calming presence on our big day, he captured all of our important moments effortlessly in such a beautiful way. The many photographs we received from him were so authentic and really depicted our playful love, which was exactly what we hoped for when we booked him. He was a true pleasure to work with and we will be forever grateful for the part he played in our big day. 10/10 would recommend. read more

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Jeff and his assistant were lovely to work with during our wedding day! From the engagement shoot to the wedding day we enjoyed Jeff's easy going personality which eased my stress with the wedding process. Jeff captured the wedding as an experience that my husband and I could look back on and remember our wedding day! I love the depth and richness of this photos. I also appreciate that we had a mix of portraits and candid photos that perfectly captured the joy we experienced at our wedding. read more

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Jeff was the first vendor we picked because we knew we wanted an amazing photographer and looking at his Instagram and website, we knew he was the one we wanted. All I can say is, we will definitely be booking Jeff again in the future from something or other. He is an awesome photographer and a really cool dude. He accommodated us with every ask and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Some of our favorite photos are where Jeff added a little flare by adding a little movement into the photos or other artsy types of photography techniques. We will definitely be asking for more of those on our next shoot. Also, those black-and-white shots were just money. So good. read more

Jeff was incredible to work with. We did a pre-shoot interview and it really showed how much he cares about getting to know the couples he photographs. He was incredibly flexible with working within our budget. We can't thank Jeff enough for his incredible energy, kindness and of course our amazing photos. read more

We had the pleasure of having Jeff photogrpah our engagement pictures and our wedding in San Diego. Jeff is so kind and inclusive. He was responsive and was flexible on location dates and times. He captured some amazing candid shots that I know we will cherish forever and made us feel comfortable during the more posed shots. If you're into moody fun shots but still want timeless, go with Jeff! read more

We hired Jeff to take our Christmas family photos and he did not disappoint! It was kind of strange request because we wanted to include our new cat, but he was totally on board with our vision and made it come to life! I don't think my husband and I have ever looked so great in a photo together before! I was totally blown away but the quality of the photos and his ability to capture our personalities perfectly. We were so comfortable which resulted in some amazing photos that we will cherish forever. I cannot recommend him more and we will 100% work with him again. Also I really appreciate his sense of humor in general. You are the best Jeff!! read more

There are so many choices when it comes to planning the perfect wedding but Jeff made it easy to pick a photographer. During our first encounter, I could tell he wasn't just another vendor because we talked for an HOUR! About ourselves, our families, and our vision. He made all my wildest photo dreams come true and didn't judge me when I had a silly idea. During our engagement photos with Jeff my now husband and I went to the wrong location. Despite having to cut our time short due to sunlight, Jeff made every second and every shot count and even offered us a 2nd day of photos at no extra charge. He knows the stress that comes with weddings and helped me loosen up and smile big. He also helped me find the perfect videographer for our wedding day. They were the perfect team for us and we are so lucky to have found Jeff and MK Vision. read more

Jeff photographed my midsummer outdoor wedding with ease :) We literally never met outside of emails until just after our ceremony but somehow he captured our day perfectly. You really don't realize how important and valuable it is to have a good relationship with your photographer and work with someone with a great sense of humor who is also extremely personable and able to get people out of their shell. Jeff really is everything one would want in a photographer; talented, extremely communicative, personable, very affordable, and a great dresser ; ). Hire him! read more

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Jeff has a unique editorial look that is truly rare. Not only does he provide those glamorous beauty shots that could be in magazines, he also captures the fun, heartwarming candids. He has an eye for angles and spots that aren't as obvious which turn out looking GREAT! He's open to the unconventional and will make you feel comfortable the entire time. Having Jeff at our wedding was like having a friend/guest, and we are so grateful to have found him. read more

Jeff is an amazing person, photographer, and artist. My husband and I were looking for a wedding photographer that would capture our silly nature and love for one another in unique and un-staged moments. Also, we hoped to find a photography style that was captivating in color, contrast, and lighting that all told a consistent story. And man, did we find all of that and more with Jeff!! His photos are truly art and speak for themselves. Also, he was so fun and easy to work with from the first meeting, to engagement photos, and the wedding day. We appreciated all the little tricks he used to keep my husband and I stay focused on each other and not the camera. Jeff turned around sneak peak photos in a couple days and timely delivered a huge album of digital photos that we will cherish forever. Out of all the decisions planning our wedding, booking Jeff as our photographer was the best decision by far! read more

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First, let me start off by saying that Jeff is so talented at what he does. We met Jeff for the first time at a photo shoot on the high line in NYC. Often, it can be awkward taking photos with someone you've never met before. I should also note that we are a polyamorous family and that it can be challenging for photographers to capture three people instead of two people who make a couple. Jeff was so easy going that he made us feel SO comfortable during the shoot. He isn't the posey kind of photographer, but instead gives you the space to just BE while he captures you in your essence. Our photo shoot with him is by far one of our most favorite ones. He captured our sweet and silly moments- he captured our exact essence. Jeff is friendly, professional, and easy to work with. It was an honor working with him, and we'd do it again in a heart beat! We often look at our photos from his shoot, and every time we look at the photos, we feel the same level of excitement and amazement as when we first received the gallery. His art will always be one that we hold dear in our hearts. read more

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Jeff was awesome to work with! He did our engagement photos and our wedding. He definitely made the whole process not as awkward as it can be getting your pictures taken. All the photos turned out perfect. He was really personable and easy to talk to. We would defiantly work with him in the future for any other sessions we want to do! read more

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We initially reached out to Jeff because we loved his style and he was offering high-quality photos at a price that fit our modest budget. What we got was not only high-quality photos, but also a high-quality experience. After planning a 60-person wedding for May, COVID-19 hit and our plans changed drastically. Jeff was extremely flexible and worked with us to create new arrangements that fit our adjusted plans for a very intimate, socially-distanced wedding. I can't overstate how valuable that was to use during a time when so much was uncertain - Jeff made things easy and comfortable. We can't recommend Jeff enough! read more

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Jeff was the photographer for our wedding at the end of March 2019. He also took our engagement photos. The photos were absolutely STUNNING and his prices are extremely reasonable and affordable, especially for a photographer in the northern VA area. He is so fun and easy to work with as well. We highly recommend him to any couple looking for an awesome photographer who takes incredible photos for a great price! read more

Choosing Jeff for our wedding day was a no brainer! There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that my husband and I will work with him again. From the moment we meet him at his wife's bakery in Virginia, we knew it was a done deal. He was so welcoming and knowledgable about his company and work. Any question we had, he had an answer. Knowing that our engagement pictures were a part of his wedding package left us with an ease of mind. Now about our engagement session, PHENOMENAL. Jeff made sure to get all the best shots, worked our golden retriever into the shots, and even went out on a boat with us to get the shots that we desired. We were so grateful that he was open to the locations and shots that we were hoping to achieve. Jeff was flexible and kept the entire shoot very upbeat so that every picture looked natural and matched the personality of us as a couple. Our wedding day was the best day ever, and my husband and I have zero regrets about asking Jeff to capture it. The small sneak peaks that we received within 24 hours from Jeff were everything and more. He and his second photographer, Erika, were by far one amazing at getting all of the shots and more that we had hoped for on our wedding day. Our entire families had nothing but great things to say about the two of them on our wedding day. We were especially grateful with how flexible and understanding they were about making sure to get my elderly grandparents in shots and my cousin with special needs. Not many photographers would be that understanding when having to work with so many elements. Jeff and Erika were a party of the party that night on the dance floor. Throughout the entire day they were never obtrusive in the moments at the church or reception, and they simply a seamless party of our wedding day. They stayed till the bitter end and achieved shots that our friends and family cannot get enough of. We cannot wait to see the rest of their amazing photos from the day, and to work with Jeff again. read more

We found Jeff pretty early on in our photographer search and we knew really quickly that we absolutely loved his style! His photos have movement and energy and bring so much real life to the image so we knew we wanted him for our wedding! His photos are not your average wedding photo, his work stands out as unique and progressive and he is a true artist. Jeff is easy to work with and makes you feel comfortable being photographed. He is professional and approachable, Highly recommend! read more

Jeff is absolutely THE BEST photographer I could have ever asked for! I wish that I could give more stars than a scale allows! He goes above and beyond and has such a unique eye for his work. It was an absolute pleasure to work with him for our wedding and our engagement shoot and family photos with our fur son. He was very accommodating and adapted quickly with the unpredictable weather on our wedding day! I look forward to working with him in the future for family photos! Seriously, do yourself a justice and hire this man! read more

Jeff was an absolute pleasure to work with! We searched high and low for a photographer with a natural, photojournalistic style for our wedding day, and were lucky enough to find Jeff. We chose the 8 hour package, with engagement session, which was invaluable for establishing rapport and making us feel at ease. Jeff was down-to-earth, professional, and budget-friendly, while juggling timelines, family members, and venue changes with ease. We've had rave reviews from all our guests on the quality of our pictures, and how well they captured the most special moments of our day. Thank you, Jeff! read more

I'm still patting myself on the back for hiring Jeff for our family photography session. The photos turned out so well, I show them to anyone who will look. Jeff is very professional--punctual, responsive, honest. More importantly, he is such a skilled photographer. Both the candid and posed photos look totally natural, there are a variety of pictures, and he totally captured the energy of our family. He's game to try whatever we wanted--photos with our wildcard dog, action shots, linkedin headshot, but he's also able to provide direction and recommendations. And the photos turned out better than I could have hoped. I plan to hire Jeff for many other occasions in the future, and based on our photos, we have friends who are planning on using him as well. read more

We had a wonderful experience having Jeff as our wedding photographer. He is personable and easy to work with, and we immediately felt comfortable hiring him as soon as we met him. We wanted to schedule our engagement photos around the cherry blossoms in DC, and he was extremely flexible with scheduling them. Overall, we had a great experience, and our photos turned out wonderfully. We wholeheartedly recommend Jeff as a photographer. read more

I hired Jeff to photograph my wedding after seeing the amazing photos he took of my cousin's wedding. He did not disappoint. Leading up to the wedding, he was communicative and thoughtful to ask if there was any sort of style I wanted in particular. My wedding included a Vietnamese ceremony, and I was interested in simulating some of my parents' wedding photos of the same ceremony. He has a great eye and delivered. I consider myself to have a good eye for photography and I think he's incredibly creative and will give you some really unique shots that you will love. He made everyone look great, too. He's reliable, relaxed, and flexible and I highly recommend him for your big day. read more

Finding a wedding photographer was the one thing on my wedding checklist that I thought I would have the most difficulty..but boy was I wrong! After stumbling upon Jeff's page and meeting with him, I knew he was the one we should work with. Jeff photographed both our engagement photos and our wedding in September 2017. He was not only easy to work with, but fun and engaging as well. Our wedding party had a blast posing for group pics after the ceremony and all of our photos turned out amazing. I would definitely recommend working with Jeff to anyone! read more

We had Jeff as our wedding photographer back in September 2016. The pics he took were amazing. We even had one blown up as our canvass masterpiece in our living room. He caught intimate candids, made us feel at ease and comfortable in group photos and caught absolutely amazing shots of the ceremony. We felt like very special customers of his and I HIGHLY recommend using him for your wedding or whatever function you need him for. If I could give him 10 stars I would. read more