Tonya's work is unbelievable. The fog that rolled in for our ceremony made it hard to see just a few feet in front of us, but her pictures came out stunning. She's a great communicator, detail-oriented and really made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. She sent us a day-of timeline and helped plan out what photos we would like in advance. We got back a preview album sent to us like 2 days after our wedding! We also did an engagement shoot with her before our wedding, which really made us excited for our big day.

We worked with Tonya for our wedding and couldn’t be happier. We have only seen the sneak peaks so far so this review is not only for Tonya’s craft and expertise in photography, which is obvious, but also just how much we loved working with her. She has great energy and we had so much fun taking photos at our wedding. The sneak peaks we have seen are absolutely gorgeous and I can’t wait to see the rest. It was raining for the first 45 minutes or so of our wedding photos and she made sure my dress didn’t get dirty outside taking photos and I really just felt at ease the whole time. We had a list of must have photos with different family members and friends and she managed to get them all in before cocktail hour ended. She was also great at rounding up the troops for photos and staying on schedule. You will not regret working with Tonya.

I am thrilled to write this review for Tonya and her exceptional photography business, Par La Mer Photography. We found her over Instagram and from the moment we connected, Tonya impressed us with her professionalism, talent, and easy communication style. She beautifully captured our wedding day, exceeding all our expectations.

Tonya was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. She was attentive to our needs and open to our specific requests, ensuring that our vision was understood. We had a couple of shots in mind, but we entrusted Tonya to use her creative eye for the majority of the shots. She delivered beyond our imagination, capturing the essence of our day with artistic flair.

One aspect that stood out was Tonya's assistance in creating our wedding day timeline. She offered valuable insights and suggestions that helped us organize the day seamlessly. Her guidance played a significant role in ensuring that every precious moment was captured.

Despite facing extreme weather conditions on our wedding day (the coldest day in nine years, if I recall correctly), Tonya and her second shooter, Marie, were true professionals. They braved the freezing temperatures with us and never once compromised on their commitment to capturing the perfect shots. Their dedication and resilience were truly commendable.

This was our first experience having professional photos taken, and Tonya made the entire process feel effortless. Her gentle guidance and ability to put us at ease made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, despite not having modeling careers. She struck the perfect balance between offering suggestions for poses and capturing candid moments that unfolded naturally throughout the day. We truly appreciated her ability to capture both the staged and spontaneous moments.

In addition to her outstanding photography skills, Tonya demonstrated her professionalism and calm demeanor during a minor crisis that occurred during our family photos. Despite a pipe burst and loud alarms causing chaos, Tonya remained composed and helped ease our worries. Her ability to adapt and handle unexpected situations with grace truly showcased her expertise and professionalism.

I wholeheartedly recommend Par La Mer Photography to anyone in search of a talented and dedicated wedding photographer. Tonya's ability to capture the essence of our day, combined with her easy communication style and professionalism, made the entire experience memorable and enjoyable. We are forever grateful for the stunning images that will serve as a cherished reminder of our special day.

Thank you, Tonya, for your remarkable talent, flexibility, and unwavering commitment. You are a true professional, and we are honored to have had you document our wedding day.