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AJH Photography + Cinema is a wedding photo and video service operating out of AJH Photography + Cinema. Arol J. Horkavy is a professional wedding photographer with 15 years of experience in the industry. Arol has successfully captured over 850 weddings in some of the most competitive markets, both domestically and internationally. He takes great pride in his meticulous approach to wedding day management, ensuring that his clients are able to fully enjoy their special day.

Services Offered
AJH Photography + Cinema services a maximum of two weddings per month, allowing them to devote full attention to each client and deliver exceptional results. Their approach is characterized by precision, care, and attention to detail, which result in ultra-high-end wedding collections. Using only the best equipment and techniques, they incorporate elements such as multi-image flash composites, bokeh panoramas, and natural lighting to create truly exceptional photos. Let AJH Photography + Cinema capture your special day for a stunningly cinematic wedding album.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Toning
Digital Files
Prints
Proofs

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Toning
Digital Files
Prints
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

High-Res Images

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Negatives
Prints
Proofs

Reviews of AJH Photography + Cinema

Devon
Devon Sent on 11/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer!

We are so happy we chose Arol to be our wedding photographer! From our engagement shoot to the wedding he was awesome to work with and made us feel comfortable and relaxed. All of our pictures came amazingly and truly capture the day. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience with him and are so glad we will have his pictures to look back on forever.
Eunice
Eunice Sent on 07/07/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Brilliant photographer

Prior to my wedding, I had a friend advise me not to cheap out on wedding pictures. Lucky for me, Arol was gracious enough to offer me an awesome deal while providing premium photography and videography. Pictures can be tricky and very subjective, but I am glad to say that I do not regret hiring Arol (and his videographer) whatsoever and whole-heartedly recommend this talented photographer. Like I said, pictures can be highly subjective. But you know a photographer is good when EVERYONE (that I knew) can 100% agree that the pictures taken by Arol were amazing. Arol captured moments I didn't realize were moments. The resolution of his pictures were also amazing. Both the slide show and the video highlight really captured the vibe and atmosphere of that night. He was also cool to talk to. If you want some premium, amazing quality, memorable moments captured, look no further and hire this gentleman. He's got some skills.
Erika
Erika Sent on 06/26/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best Photographer Ever!!

AJ is amazing!! We got married at Valhalla and Camp Richardson in South Lake Tahoe and he captured all the beauty the area had to offer, as well as all the fun moments we had!! He is so good at what he does and capturing all the best moments, that we barely knew he was there because he didn’t have to be in our faces. He also didn’t have to use obnoxious lighting or flashes to get great photos of us. He truly is a genius at figuring out the perfect lighting and the best locations to get it. He was also very good at getting us to act natural during our poses. His direction was so good and natural that we didn’t feel awkward at all. We have looked at our photos over and over and just love them all! Our friends and family have also gushed about them. My groom is in the wedding industry and has worked with hundreds of photographers and AJ is by far one of the best!!! AJ is also very chill and kind, so it’s easy to have him with you throughout your wedding day. He really made things feel stress-free and worked with the time we allotted for photos beautifully. We were right on time with everything! Do yourself a favor and pick AJ as your photographer!! You won’t regret it!
Denise
Denise Sent on 10/16/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning photos and easy to work with!

Arol is true professional through and through. He is not your typical wedding photographer. Yes, he will get your shot list, but he thrives on candids and capturing the true essence of the day. We could not be more happy with the final results. And to add in his efficiency on site, quick turn around post wedding and all-around positive attitude, it made for a truly rewarding experience. To equate it to sports, it was like he took our shot list and important moments and made a playbook out of them. He came on site with a game plan that he executed flawlessly. Our entire wedding party commented about how efficiently he moved from shot to shot and how friendly, yet direct, he was in adjusting each part of the shot. Even guests came up to us during the reception making comments. If you are looking for photos that are unique, candid and truly capture your day, Arol is your guy.
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Ebony Sent on 10/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal Photographer

I dont even know where to begin because anything I say just does not do Arol and his amazing talent with the camera justice. We are very blessed that we found AJH Photography to capture our wedding. One of the most important aspects of this day was the pictures. Arol exceeded my expectations by 1000%. Not only do we have amazing pictures that will last for generations to come, but we also made a friend with memories to last a lifetime of our special day. Even though we are 12 hours apart, we will definitely be using Arol again for family pictures. Huge kudos to AJH Photography!!!!
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Brian Sent on 08/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, Efficient, Amazing!

Arol was an absolute pleasure to work with during our wedding. He was incredibly professional and efficient, so my husband and I had plenty of time to enjoy our wedding without losing lots of time to pictures. After our wedding, we got the pictures back from Arol incredibly quickly and couldn't be happier with the results. All the shots we wanted turned out great! He even got some incredibly cute pictures of my dog! He has a great eye for lighting and came up with some super creative shots. 10/10, would recommend to anyone and everyone. Thanks for capturing our day, Arol!
Celeste
Celeste Sent on 07/19/2019
5 out of 5 rating

breathtaking photographs of our wedding

Arol and his team helped capture every memory of our wedding. I hired him for photography and videography, best decision I ever made. Both services have been more than I could have bargained for.

Arol went out of his way at the wedding to capture everyone and everything. The photos and video are stunning, every emotion and expression have been captured and I am so thankful to him and everyone there that day that made this possible. His photography, passion and commitment to his clients is unwavering, he also has very quick response times whether by call, text or email. He was there for me when the wedding was months away and when it was around the corner, he answered my hundreds of questions and took note of everything I wanted. I"m so thankful I found his page a year ago and decided to go with him because his work is incredible. Look no further, this is the photographer you've been looking for!
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Abby Sent on 04/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Arol is an extremely talented photographer!

Arol is an extraordinarily talented photographer. I researched many photographers for my wedding and selected Arol because of his style. He uses lighting to capture romantic photos that will tell a story. My wedding photos are amazing!!! Arol captured every moment of the big day. Arol is very responsive, organized and a pleasure to work with.
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Yisel Sent on 06/06/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Prior to our wedding, I’d been following Arol’s IG page for some time. I fell in love with his work right way, and was not surprised when I saw his name on a list of recommended photographers I’d requested from my coordinator. We made the easy decision to book him for our engagement pictures and wedding day right away. Although my husband and I are EXTREMELY camera shy and absolutely dislike taking pictures, it was very important that everything be perfectly captured at our engagement session and wedding. Arol not only made us feel at ease, he selected the most beautiful backdrop (camp Ben) for our engagement pictures. It was exactly what I’d pictured and expressed to him. Our wedding day pictures...I don’t even have the words to accurately describe what an exceptional job Arol did at capturing our wedding day. Even our family, friends, and co-workers were blown away by our pictures! He has a very special eye and technique, that allows him to capture so many emotions and gorgeous images so perfectly. I found myself laughing, crying, and feeling smitten as I went through our pictures. I was finally able to put together the events of our wedding day which had been a total blur up to that point. Arol surpassed our expectations and we were so lucky he was available to capture these special moments. Im not sure we could ever thank him enough for delivering such flawless photography on both of these special occasions!
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Molly Sent on 10/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Arol was one of our favorite vendors we worked with during our wedding planning process. He was also one of the first vendors we booked, second only to the venue itself. We knew immediately that we wanted to book him (my now-husband, in particular, is picky about photography but flipped through one of Arol's albums at the venue - since he's the preferred photographer of our venue, another testament to his work - and said "This guy is amazing"). I can't talk enough about his 1) friendliness, 2) professionalism, and 3) photography skills. Like I said before, Arol is one of our favorite vendors to work with. He always responds promptly to emails (and I've had experiences where vendors take weeks...NOT Arol. Give him a day, max!) and has no problem talking to you over the phone and answering all of your questions (I had many! And he was so patient). His friendliness and easygoing attitude puts you at ease. But he's also so, so professional. And, of course, his photography skills are unparalleled. He also has you fill out an informative shot sheet prior to the wedding so that you can articulate any particular shots you want and any other details he needs to know. I was extremely impressed by this thorough and excellent preparation. But anyway, back to his photography...the price is on the higher side, yes, but it is worth the splurge and is extremely fair for the quality AND sheer quantity of photos he provides you. Trust me, we were pinching pennies but AJH Photography was one investment we correctly believed was worth the price. I was impressed not only by how beautiful my photos were, but also by how many he provided. AND, you get all the rights to the photos, which saves you so much money being able to print them yourselves. Finally, the packaging in which we received our final product had some extra goodies in it (I won't spoil for anyone who books him)...under promises, over delivers!
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Awards

81
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Mr. Thrill DJ PLUS Mr. Thrill DJ PLUS Wedding DJs

I worked with Arol on several receptions. Very personal, laid back, and fun! His photography is excellent. I use his photos on my website. He also did family portraits with us at the Capitol building. Look forward to doing more events with him.

Memory Lane Ranch & Lodge Memory Lane Ranch & Lodge Barn & Farm Weddings

Always a pleasure to work with and does absolutely amazing work!

Greenbelt DJ Productions Greenbelt DJ Productions Wedding DJs

Great photographer.

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AJH Photography + Cinema frequently asked questions

AJH Photography + Cinema includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Toning
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
AJH Photography + Cinema includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Toning
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
AJH Photography + Cinema offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
AJH Photography + Cinema offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • High-Res Images
AJH Photography + Cinema offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
AJH Photography + Cinema is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 5 in professionalism, 5 in value and 4.9 in flexibility.
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