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Simply. Beautiful. Photos. Beautiful, professional wedding and portrait photography by SJA Studios. Serving Phoenix, Arizona and all surrounding areas.

Steven’s career in the industry began in 1991 where he worked in motion picture photography. Using the experience he gained as a motion picture camera assistant, he founded Stephen J. Photographic and specialized in fashion and portrait photography. Now, this creative professional is honored to produce wedding collections that showcase genuine love stories under his SJA Studios brand.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

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

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints

Reviews of SJA Studios

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Couples praise the photographer as professional, organized, friendly, and inclusive, making them comfortable from engagement shoots through the wedding day. He’s responsive, punctual, and helped coordinate timelines and bridal parties. Photos and albums arrived quickly and exceeded expectations; highly recommended.

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Couples praise the photographer as professional, organized, friendly, and inclusive, making them comfortable from engagement shoots through the wedding day. He’s responsive, punctual, and helped coordinate timelines and bridal parties. Photos and albums arrived quickly and exceeded expectations; highly recommended.

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Grace Sent on 05/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Photographer We Could Have Asked For

Steven was so wonderful to work with for both our engagement shoot and for the day of our wedding. He was always checking in with us and making sure we were okay, he was very professional and knew exactly what he was doing. My husband and I were very comfortable on the other end of his camera and our pictures turned out so beautiful. He also got our pictures to us so quickly, which was incredible! We would highly recommend Steven as a photographer.
Lea
Lea B. Sent on 12/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our dream photographer!!!

My husband and I are feeling beyond blessed to have been able to snag Steven (SJA Studios) as our photographer for our wedding at Boojum Tree in PHX! Not only is his work unbelievably gorgeous, but his professionalism, personality, and kindness went a long way in helping us feel comfortable and taken care of throughout the whole process. I knew we were in such good hands with Steven; it made the photos just one less thing to worry about. He was always so great about responding very quickly to all of my questions over email or text. When the photos came back, I was truly blown away by the quality of them. They glow with light and love; they are the best photos of us EVER! I would 100% recommend Steven to anyone looking for an excellent, experienced photographer who will not disappoint.
Matt
Matt Sent on 04/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Steve is awesome!

Steve was amazing every step of the way. Clear pricing on services, video meeting upon hire, and kept us informed every step of the way. Steve is incredibly friendly and professional. From the day we chose him for our wedding, he was there for us. He was always prompt and clear answering any questions we had. Our engagement shoot was such a fun experience and Steve made us feel so comfortable. And the photos from our wedding day couldn't have been better. Just finished working on our album with Steve and can't wait to see it! He made us feel like we were his only client because of how involved he was at every step. You won't find a better photographer.
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Jolynn Sent on 12/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Experience!

SJA really makes you feel like family. He stays on top of scheduling and works around any hiccups in your everyday life. The process was easy, and very rewarding. We received the photos in record time and they were everything I hoped they could be! 10/10 recommend!
Kristen
Kristen Sent on 12/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

SJA Studios: A 5/5 Love Story!

We are absolutely thrilled with our decision to choose SJA Studios as our wedding photographer! From the moment we booked Steven for our engagement photos to the final shot of our wedding day, he exceeded our expectations in every way. The package he offered was not only affordable but also inclusive of a stunning album that beautifully encapsulates our special day. Steven and his assistant went above and beyond by being incredibly personable and supportive throughout the entire wedding planning process. Steven's expertise in coordinating the day-of schedule ensured a seamless flow, and he skillfully managed to capture all the important moments, accommodating our extensive list of family and friends.

As a lesbian couple, we were grateful for his welcoming and inclusive approach, making us feel completely at ease. Steven is not just a talented professional, but his friendly and approachable personality added a layer of comfort that made the entire experience enjoyable. He kept us on track with our timeline all night, striking the perfect balance between being personable and maintaining a high level of professionalism. We are head over heels in love with our photos and the beautiful album he crafted for us. Without a doubt, we wholeheartedly recommend Steven to any couple looking for a wedding photographer who not only captures breathtaking moments but also brings a positive and accommodating spirit to their special day. Five out of five stars—absolutely exceptional!
Jordan
Jordan Sent on 07/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Photographer!

Steven was professional, efficient and funny! He did a fantastic job of organizing my chaotic bridesmaids and keeping us on task. His pictures turned out wonderfully and we would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a wedding photographer!
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Gina Sent on 07/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Thoughtful and organized

Steven helped us get through our day, he is a professional through and through and we couldn’t have made it down the aisle without him! He is so thoughtful and organized, every step of the way he was guiding us
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Chris Sent on 07/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Steven was awesome!

Steven shot our wedding and did so well! He was very accommodating and was able to get everything we wanted captured!
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Alyssa Sent on 06/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!

Steven was wonderful to work with! All of our photos turned out beautifully. I would highly recommend him!
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 05/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best in the business!

My husband and I got married a few weeks ago and hired Steven as our photographer for many reasons. He was highly recommended by our venue and we now understand why. Wedding planning can be stressful at times but Steven was super communicative and helpful throughout the entire process. Not to mention his photos are breathtaking! He is friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable about his field. We now consider Steven a friend and we would work with him again in a heartbeat. Thank you for making our day so perfect!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

9 Endorsements
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SJA Studios frequently asked questions

SJA Studios includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
SJA Studios includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
SJA Studios offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
SJA Studios offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
SJA Studios offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
SJA Studios 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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