Michael was the absolute best wedding photographer we could have asked for on our wedding day! We had a blast with him while he spent several hours with us on our wedding day capturing so many amazing moments throughout the day and night. Michael is incredibly kind, funny, easy-going and so great to work with. He was very mindful of time and getting those golden hour shots around sunset. Michael had a second photographer by his side who was great to work with too (shout out to Angie for her assistance and for capturing great detail shots and during our cocktail hour). Michael went above and beyond for us and captured a variety of shots we wanted at our venue. All of our photos turned out fantastic as expected (we were fortunate to have good weather, a partly cloudy/warm day at the end of September) and Michael truly made me look and feel like a goddess bride. Michael was great to communicate with from start to finish and helped us create a gorgeous heirloom wedding album that we will always cherish. Michael was attentive and quick to respond to any questions we had along the way. Would highly recommend Michael for any engagement, wedding, or photo session. Thanks a million, Michael!

After meeting with several photographers who had similar artistic styles and price points, we chose to book with Michel because of his personality. My husband is not comfortable in front of the camera, and I could tell in our initial meeting that Michael would be willing to prioritize putting him at ease. Choosing a photographer who made my husband feel comfortable allowed us to really enjoy our wedding day and facilitated high quality photographs.

Michael is a calming presence to have at a wedding. He has a knack for giving clear, efficient instructions without being overbearing. The photographs on his website are highly representative of the of the set that we received with regard to both quality and style. Every one of the photographs is genuine, tasteful, and artistic; my only problem will be deciding which ones to frame because there are so many stunning shots.

My husband and I both agree that having Michael photograph our wedding was one of the best decisions we made for our big day. Michael is incredibly talented, patient and kind. Upon first talking to him, I knew he was a fit for us because of his approach – all on quality over quantity. Michael takes time to understand your goals and aspirations for your wedding day on a wider scale – what’s the vibe you’re going for? What’s most important to you? Looking back on your photos, what do you want to see? Just this sheer attention to detail is indicative of the level of careful care and consideration Michael puts into every frame.

Michael took the time to chat with my husband and I multiple times during our engagement to ensure that our vision or goals hadn’t shifted. He put together a great timeline and collaborated extremely well with our other vendors.

But, despite all of these great qualities, the absolutely best thing about Michael is his demeanor. I joked multiple times on the wedding day that Michael and his team were my therapists. They were so professional, calm, cool and collected, and it brought a much-needed sense of ease and tranquility that is so needed (and many times lacking) on such a momentous day – not only for myself, but for my husband, our families, wedding party and guests. The tone that they set comes through in each and every one of the beautiful photos that we will cherish forever.

If you’re looking for unique and personalized photos and the experience to match, I cannot recommend Michael enough. Thanks again for everything, Michael!

Mike was amazing!! My wife and I knew in the planning stage that we wanted a small wedding, and we also realized that our wedding would happen on the same day as Daylight Savings, so we knew the photographer would have to be able to highlight the intimacy of the event and make the most of limited daylight. Mike delivered on all counts; from the first set of engagement shots we took with him, we knew we had made the right decision. He always managed to capture just the right moment where we kissed or laughed at each other, or when our friends and family members seemed to be at their most joyful. Mike was also a calming presence during the wedding, providing a perfect balance of direction and guidance along with a tremendous amount of warmth and support. It was truly a treat to work with him and we cannot recommend him highly enough.

Michael is absolutely the best photographer, I can't say enough great things about his work. He is such a chill guy that makes you feel so comfortable in every situation. I highly recommend doing your engagement shoot too. It's a great way to get to know one another and you'll get some amazing images! You will not regret hiring him for any of your special occasions. The quality of his work can't be compared and he has this ability capture candid moments that will bring a tear to your eye. He's the best!

It felt like my husband and I scoured through so many wedding photographers with the same poses, same images, same type of couples until we found Michael. Once we found him, we recognized that we had found an artist and wanted him to be there on our big day. He is extremely personable, kind, and knowledgeable. He was able to capture the moments that we never wanted to forget and made both of us feel very at ease the entire time we worked together. He took the time to meet with us twice before the wedding day to go over what we were hoping to have captured. He communicated openly and was very quick to respond to email and text. The images he took of us are unique and beautiful. We loved that he shot everything on film; it gave the images more depth and tells the story of our day. We can not recommend Michael Schaffer highly enough. If you are looking for a calm, wonderful, and professional photographer, he is the one!

When we started out looking for a wedding photographer, we knew we wanted someone who shared our passion for the arts and showed good fundamentals. We wanted someone who was both technical and creative. And we needed someone to handle our lively bunch! Michael checked all of these boxes! He was laid back, kind, and courteous. He helped us make a plan for photography and was very professional in his communication and responsiveness. He rolled with the punches when we got behind schedule and gracefully adjusted his timeline. Michael did a fantastic job capturing photos of so many of our wedding guests. We also really appreciate that Michael shoots primarily on film, which gives the photos a soft, rich quality. He perfectly captured the beauty and joy of our wedding day. We are very pleased with the result and would highly recommend him to anyone. Thank you, Michael!

Michael was absolutely wonderful. He was quick to respond to all my questions & worked with us to make our day special to look back on through his photos. He was very meticulous and made sure the lighting was perfect for all the photos he took, both on film and digital. He had our photos returned to us quickly and MY GOD they are beautiful beyond what I envisioned they would be. My Facebook notifications keep blowing up & everyone loves them. We really appreciated how Michael asked us what we wanted, gave us a timeline and his professional opinions and ultimately gave us the best gallery to keep forever. HIGHLY recommend Michael for your photography needs!!!

We recently did 2 maternity shoots with Michael. We were equally impressed with his repsonsiveness and professionalism, the ease of working with him, and the quality of his pictures. The composition and lighting of his work is truly beautiful and the shots we ended up with we love. I’m not someone who is completely comfortable behind a camera, but Michael made the experience enjoyable. Highly recommended.

I'm always uncomfortable getting my photos taken but Michael made me feel so comfortable. He captured my true personality and made the whole experience fun. After working with many photographers, I think Michael is one of the best photographers in the Austin area and I highly recommend his photo services! Thanks Michael for my awesome photos!