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Alex Polyakov
Alex Polyakov
Owner/Photographer

Woman-owned

9 years in business

We speak English, Ukrainian and Russian

2 team members

So Tender Is Humanity - wedding photography for the creative soul and the kind spirit.

So Tender Is Humanity is a rebellion against the conventional. Your wedding day is not about extravagant spending or elaborate floral displays. It is not defined by shot lists, Pinterest trends or someone else's expectations... and neither is our photography.

We are Anastasiia & Alex - a married wedding photography duo, photographing couples all over the east coast. Our style is honest, expressive, emotional...

About this vendor

So Tender Is Humanity - wedding photography for the creative soul and the kind spirit.

So Tender Is Humanity is a rebellion against the conventional. Your wedding day is not about extravagant spending or elaborate floral displays. It is not defined by shot lists, Pinterest trends or someone else's expectations... and neither is our photography.

We are Anastasiia & Alex - a married wedding photography duo, photographing couples all over the east coast. Our style is honest, expressive, emotional and bold.

Compassion is our religion, kindness is our language. It goes without saying, but has to be said; we are welcoming to all denominations, orientations, beliefs and life paths. Our hearts are always open to the diversity of minds, amplitude of feelings, and unapologetic vulnerability.

Pricing

$4,500 starting price
$7,500 average price
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Engagement, Full Video, Album Credit

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FAQ

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

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

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs

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Alex and Anastasiia of So Tender is Humanity are highly praised by reviewers for their exceptional photography skills and genuine, caring approach. Wedding couples appreciated their ability to capture authentic moments, provide a unique experience tailored to each couple, and develop a friendship throughout the process. Reviewers noted a strong sense of partnership and teamwork, leading to exceptional photos that encapsulated the spirit and emotions of their special day. The duo's professionalism, creativity, attention to detail, and friendly demeanor were consistently highlighted, making them a top recommendation for wedding photography services.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Alex and Anastasiia of So Tender is Humanity are highly praised by reviewers for their exceptional photography skills and genuine, caring approach. Wedding couples appreciated their ability to capture authentic moments, provide a unique experience tailored to each couple, and develop a friendship throughout the process. Reviewers noted a strong sense of partnership and teamwork, leading to exceptional photos that encapsulated the spirit and emotions of their special day. The duo's professionalism, creativity, attention to detail, and friendly demeanor were consistently highlighted, making them a top recommendation for wedding photography services.

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Tsouloved Weddings and Events Tsouloved Weddings and Events Wedding Planners

Great working with this duo! As a wedding coordinator I am always hoping to work with pheonomenal vendors, and Polyakov Photography is a phenomenal team! They are absolutely professional, stick to the time but also give flexibility for any hiccups, they will ensure all the portrait shots and creative shots...

Map

Location
Key Blvd Arlington, VA, 22201
3017558611
Travel range
This vendor will travel up to 200 miles

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So Tender Is Humanity frequently asked questions

So Tender Is Humanity includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
So Tender Is Humanity includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
So Tender Is Humanity offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
So Tender Is Humanity offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
So Tender Is Humanity offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
So Tender Is Humanity is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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