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Elizabeth E. Sent on 12/10/2022The Best People to Work With!
Michael, Melissa and their whole team are amazing to work with. From our first time speaking with them we knew that we wanted to work with M2 and Stagger. You can just tell that they are genuine people and care about each couple that they work with! Michael and Melissa made us feel so comfortable and at ease on our wedding day. We felt like we were spending the day with close friends! Our wedding pictures turned out better than we could have ever imagined! We have gotten so many compliments our family and friends about our wedding photos. From sweet first look moments to epic dance floor pictures—the M2 team does it all! -
Delana L. Sent on 08/02/2022
Best photographers in the business!
Wow- we were left speechless looking through all of our amazing wedding photos. We hired M2 very quickly after getting engaged, and ended up hiring one of their associates, Audrey, to do our engagement and wedding photos. It was honestly one of the best decisions we made! Audrey is talented beyond words and so kind and professional. On top of that, all of the photos M2 produces are beautifully edited so that we have the same cohesive look and feel with our engagement and wedding photos, which I love! Amrit was our second shooter on our wedding day and was also a joy to work with, and an incredibly talented photographer. M2 clearly hires the best in the business! Photos were one of the things we really wanted to invest in so we could always remember our special day, and we truly couldn't be happier with Melissa's M2 team and the photos they produced for us!
I also wanted to note that we had to reschedule our wedding and engagement shoot due to the pandemic and they were extremely understanding and helpful! -
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Mackenzie Sent on 07/08/2021
The best out there
Honestly- where do I begin!? Finding Melissa & Michael from M2 was one of the best things we did throughout the wedding planning process.
From day one, they were genuinely interested in getting to know us as a couple, understand who we are and how to capture our love on our wedding day. We had TWO engagement shoots, 3 postponed weddings, and finally got to have our dream day on 4/22/21. Melissa & Michael handled each change with patience and grace, and were there for support during a really stressful time, while it was equally as stressful for them as wedding photographers.
Aside from them being wonderful humans, their work is unmatched. We could tell that from doing our research, but when we got our first engagement shoot gallery back we were thrilled. What they capture is not staged or forced, it's pure and real, which is what we were looking for from the beginning.
OUR WEDDING PHOTOS- are quite literally out of a magazine. We have looked at our gallery so many times and you can feel the love that was shared on our special day. To us, that was so important. The day goes by so fast, and it meant a lot for us to have pictures that could bring you back to the day and feel the love surrounding us. Our entire bridal party and family felt so comfortable with M2, and they really made our day and our photos fun. I truthfully love every single photo from our wedding day.
If you are looking for amazing photographers who work hard to capture real, pure love in photos- look no further!! -
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Ian S. Sent on 12/28/2020Amazing Photographers
This past September, my wife and I had the pleasure of working is Erica and David from M2. They were responsive, incredibly professional and personable.
On our wedding day, we had a fairly compressed timeline, only having about 30 minutes for getting ready, getting individual shots and doing our first look. However, Erica and David were able to capture some amazing photos in that time. During that small window of time, they helped us feel at ease in front of the camera, allowing us to really settle into our big day. They were on top of where they wanted to capture us, having no hesitation of where to guide us as we moved from scene to scene. They gave easy instruction for poses and welcomed humor for an easy smile.
After the ceremony, they easily handled family photos, as well as any requests off the tops of our head. As the evening progressed, they maintained an impressive low profile, capturing great moments while never being in the way. They were also easy to find if we wanted a quick photo somewhere.
Overall, we’re incredibly thankful to have worked with M2. They captured our wedding day beautifully, and looking through the photos, we’re able to relive that special day. If you are looking for a low stress, high quality group to work with, look no further!
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Laura B. Sent on 09/11/2020Book. Them. Now!
Where to even begin with how amazing M2 is?! Five minutes into meeting Melissa and Michael via Skype for our initial consult (April of 2019), my husband and I knew booking them as our wedding photographers was non-negotiable -- the duo is so down-to-earth, supportive, charismatic, and energizing. We had a blast shooting our engagement pics with them that August, and our photos turned out better than we could have ever imagined. When COVID-19 hit and our June 2020 wedding got postponed to August and then again to July 2021, Melissa and Michael worked with us to ensure that (1) they'd make our new dates work and (2) our wedding-related stress levels were basically nonexistent. I remember how Melissa didn't hesitate to chat on the phone with me when I was really unsure/nervous about postponing to next year, and even checked in via text multiple times afterwards just to show support. And when my husband and I decided to host a small ceremony with our closest friends and family members this summer (because LOVE ISN'T CANCELLED GD IT!), we immediately reached out to Melissa and Michael to have them photograph this additional, intimate event. We couldn't be luckier -- or more honored -- to have Melissa and Michael of M2 as our wedding photographers this summer AND next summer at our OG wedding/wedding part 2. Not only are their shots stunning, but their approach is so people-centered that they remind you what really matters: that you love your partner, that they love you back, and that joy can be co-created, even in the hardest of times. Book them ASAP - you will absolutely not regret it. (Can't wait to party next summer, friends!!!!!!) -
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Sanjana L. Sent on 04/17/2022Absolutely Phenomenal!
Michael and Melissa are hands down the best.
They are amazing people, but besides that their work is absolutely PHENOMENAL.
Honestly, look nowhere else for photography when it comes to any of your events!
JUST BOOK THEM NOW! Their product is outstanding and it always exceeds any expectations.
We did look at other photographers when planning for our wedding, but were immediately drawn to them, and they came recommended by so many other people including vendors. The photos are timeless and just beautiful. They are both so fun to be around and working with a couple for your wedding is just so fun. They have amazing personalities and make you feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Everything just feels so fun and nothing feels staged.
We worked with them for our engagement/adventure shoot, wedding one (COVID, backyard wedding) and our postponed wedding two (which was multiple events). They captured literally every aspect perfectly. Our big wedding was 15 plus hours of photography, and they were on the ball, moving with us, capturing everything at every second. They were so patient when it came to postponing and rescheduling/adjusting based on what our needs were.
We have received endless compliments on our photos and we can honestly not stop looking at them.
We truly cannot thank them enough for everything they did to make our day special and capture everything so perfectly.
Additionally, their entire team is so easy to work with.
We also used Stagger films for videography, poser photobooth for our photobooth, and we used them for our album. We worked with different people for all of these services, and everyone is just so nice and kind, with spectacular end results.
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Nikita P. Sent on 03/20/2020
Hands down best decision besides the man I was marrying lol
Where to even begin with Melissa, Michael, & the rest of their team.... They instantly make you feel comfortable and it's like you forget that there is a camera present! As a couple getting married for the first time (like most) we didn't know what to ask when we sat down with them for our initial meeting... that didn't matter! They basically helped us from start to finish... even if it did not have to do with photography ... they had a referral for whatever came up while planning our big day! They even helped us with our wedding day schedule so we were able to enjoy every bit of it while making sure we got every shot we asked for plus some. Getting our photos back was incredible, we got some portrait style ones but our favorites were the candid ones where you could just feel how much fun people were having. M2 is passionate about what they do and it shows. For all the brides & grooms out there remember the only thing you will have from your special day are the photos so make sure you're in great hands... aka just go with M2! -
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Ashley A. Sent on 02/01/2020Thoughtful and beautiful experience
When my husband and I decided to get married in Philly, I immediately knew M2 was my dream photographer. I had seen Michael and Melissa shoot my friend's wedding, and was so touched by how personable, genuine, and thoughtful they were in how they approached their couples. I watched how beautifully they captured big and small moments and were able to evoke emotion from their couples and bridal parties with thoughtful questions and prompts. I appreciated the richness in the quality of the finished photos.
Working with Joy for our October wedding was awesome. She was sweet and accommodating during our E-session and made us feel very comfortable and natural in front of the camera. When it came to our large Indian wedding, she listened well and understood what we wanted captured. We were thrilled with how our e-session and wedding photos came out. Our friends and family have been floored by the quality of the photos as well as the authenticity of the emotion captured. I could not think of a better fit for us. Thank you M2! -
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Marty B. Sent on 04/19/2020Entrust your day with M2
I am so thankful that a year and a half ago, my husband and I made the decision to hire M2 as our wedding photographers. It was a decision that genuinely weighed on us — you only get married once, and choosing the right photographers to capture your day is serious business! But Melissa and Michael’s portfolio was full of beauty and emotion, and we felt confident entrusting them to encapsulate the love and the joy of the day. They knocked it out of the park. Melissa and Michael are not only unbelievably talented photographers, they were also a complete joy to work with. They totally put us at ease, allowing us to be ourselves and be in the moment every step of the way. I cannot recommend M2 enough. Melissa and Michael are the wonderful, delightful, and talented photographers you want capturing your day. -
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Jessica C. Sent on 09/23/2019Beautiful work and beautiful people!
I cannot recommend M2 enough! Don't bother to look any further! It took my now husband and I a very long time to settle on a photographer / videographer. I work in the film business so I had such a hard time relenting the camera to someone else (thanks Melissa and Michael for putting up with that!). None of our options felt right -- until we met M2. We loved their work and we loved that they would be taking care of photo, video, drone, and photo booth. (Not to mention that their photo/video packages and all they include cannot be beat!) But what we loved even more was Melissa and Michael, the couple and founders of M2. We love how they look at love and how they approach their work. They are true artists and believers in love which comes across in every frame. And they are both such genuinely kind and funny people who make you feel comfortable from the moment you meet them.
We did our engagement shoot with them and the photos blew us and our family and friends away with the beauty, love and fun they captured. Our wedding was in August so we just got a teaser thus far, but WOW. They give you all the traditional shots you would ever want, but also an array of unique perspectives and contrast that makes their work so special and different from your "typical" wedding photographer. Also, they are so good at going with the flow but making sure they get everything. We had an extraordinarily busy wedding day and a huge wedding party and M2 just rolled with it and helped us to feel at ease no matter what. -
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Kelsey Sent on 07/01/2019Beyond happy with m2
In my opinion, your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you make while wedding planning. I know that I will struggle to remember every detail of the day, but I am sure my wedding photos will help me remember how beautiful and fun the day was.
M2 Photography goes above and beyond all expectations. Michael and Melissa are some of the most talented, kindest, funniest people we have ever met. We had so much with them on our wedding day, and they made it so easy for us to focus on each other and how excited we were to be getting married. Our photos are so beautiful and looking back on them I feel all the butterflies I felt on my wedding day.
Taking pictures throughout the city of Philadelphia could not have been easier with them. They scoped out the perfect spots, and they had us laughing and sharing sweet moments throughout the day. During the ceremony and party they captured great shots without ever being distracting. I would seriously recommend them to anyone getting married! -
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Alexandra Sent on 01/07/2020Absolutely the best!
Michael and Melissa beautifully captured the indescribable emotions and moments that truly made our wedding so special. During our fun engagement shoot we knew we chose the best photographers. Not only are they immensely talented, but they are wonderful people who are a blast to be around and make the whole experience being in front of the camera so comfortable. We hired them and their sister videography company Stagger Films, and are so glad we have our memories captured so beautifully in video and in photos. We’d use them again in a heartbeat! -
Lindsey Sent on 06/10/2019
Simply Stunning
Usually photographers stay behind the scenes, and you want them to. Michael and Melissa were so into our daughter's wedding - creating settings, inspiring mood and capturing stolen moments through their warm and thoughtful suggestions - their photos went above and beyond any photography we have ever seen. I'll never forget how after photographing me helping my daughter into her wedding gown they created and captured the most special moment, by saying impromptu "okay, take her hand. Now give her one piece of advice" - and everything I was thinking and feeling during this beautiful moment, which would have otherwise disappeared, was captured on film and video. Luckily the makeup person was still there, because we both would have cried our makeup off. They possess perfect professional instincts, knowing when to direct a shot and when to step into the background and simply record what's happening. And the end result, their work is beyond breathtaking. Since the wedding was just two weeks ago, we've only received some teaser photos, but if they are anything like the engagement pictures (which our family and friends liken to the gorgeous lifestyle photos in a West Elm catalog), we have no doubt that they will be perfect. Can't wait to see! Thank you, thank you Michael and Melissa for preserving the best day and evening of all of our lives.M2 Photography's reply:
This just made our entire week! It was such an honor to photograph the magic those two make together and such a joy to capture all the love of their wedding. xoxo
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Olivia F. Sent on 04/30/2020
Melissa and Michael capture the most perfect, raw, inventive and beautifully realistic moments of your life! What else can you ask for?
We couldn’t be more thrilled that we had Michael and Melissa be a part of the most special day in our lives. They captured every feeling we experienced the day of in a single photo! They made us feel comfortable and got us out of our own element to make a perfect picture that will last a life time!! We got more than just pictures from these two, we gained a friendship too!! Love you guys!! -
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Amy Sent on 03/19/2020
We love M2 so much!!
After Skyping with Melissa and Michael when on the search for our wedding day photographers it wasn’t even a question when we decided to go with M2 Photography (and ultimately Stagger Films for videography). They had us laughing from day one and we considered them “friendors” rather than vendors. Melissa and Michael were so personable and caring during the entire process up and through our special day. From our welcome package to a card the week of our wedding to help keep us at ease- we truly felt so lucky to have them on our team. M2 was extremely responsive and always willing to answer any questions and address any concerns that we had along the way. Our wedding day could not have gone more perfectly and although there was a timeline- no pressure was ever felt from our photography and videography team. They made us feel so comfortable from our adventure shoot to our wedding day; because let’s be honest some pictures can just be awkward-though it never felt that way with this team. Thank you Melissa, Michael, Courtney and Ben for making our day so special and leaving us with pictures and film we will treasure and share with our family and friends for the rest of our lives. We cannot recommend M2 Photography enough! -
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Jamie K. Sent on 03/20/2020
Not only the best pictures but an incredible experince
Melissa and Michael were everything we were hoping for as wedding photographers, and more! Their personalities meshed with ours in such a way that we knew from the start we wanted to work with them. This continued throughout our engagement shoot and especially our wedding day as they not only put us at ease but made it so fun! They maintained perfect professionalism while simultaneously making sure they got the perfect shots. Most importantly, to us, our experience felt completely natural and our pictures couldn't have turned out better! We created a friendship with them and can't wait to use them again to capture our future special moments! -
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Randi Sent on 12/13/2018Ah-mazing.
Have you seen M2's photographs? Yes? Then you probably don't need me to tell you how amazing they are! We interviewed a couple photographers before we made a decision. We actually thought we had already decided to go with someone else when we met Michael and Melissa, but we went to the meeting anyway. We both left totally surprised that we were for throwing away our initial plan and going with M2. And we're so glad we did! Michael and Melissa were wonderful to work with. They made the process smooth and easy, and more natural feeling for two weirdo-nerds like myself and my husband. We went with a package that included an "adventure" shoot and an album. The adventure shoot made us feel like oldhats at getting our picture taken by the time of our wedding. Melissa and Michael have a bunch of fun quirky tricks for getting great photos and having the process be fun. When our wedding teasers came in, my husband and I looked through them together. He turned to me and said, I'm so glad we went with M2. Worth every penny.M2 Photography's reply:
Thank you for your beautiful words. Thank you for allowing me to bring out my inner weirdo-nerd too :) You two are amazing and have such a beautiful connection. We are so happy that we were on that journey with you! -
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