Tomas is more than a photographer. He's a listener, a visionary, a wedding partner, and ultimately acts as an esteemed creative director when shooting couples. I had the pleasure of shooting with Tomas three times: Engagement shoot in a restaurant and on the streets of LA, at our welcome party in a venue and on our wedding day. Tomas is thorough, always there for the bride and groom, and has an eye that can bring couples portraits to life with an energetic or demure elegance. He scales candids to editorial in ways that work the space and edits his shots in ways that make the details pop tastefully. Whichever your approach to couples wedding photography, I can emphatically recommend and attest to Tomas' unique ability to set the scene, incorporate low-level-of-effort props or environmental props, and shoot his vision. Tomas worked with us, our budgets and offered packages that just made sense in a wedding world where these things became so overwhelming. He was a bright spot, and a guaranteed 'win' in the wedding planning journey pre, during and post event.

Words can’t fully express how incredible our experience was working with Tomas as our wedding photographer. My wife and I feel incredibly grateful that he was there to capture our big day last month.

From the moment we started searching for a photographer, we knew this would be one of the most critical decisions for our wedding. After researching and interviewing several top photographers in our area, we noticed that The Big Affair was one of Bel-Air Bay Club’s preferred vendors—and it quickly became clear why. When we reviewed a few full galleries of weddings Tomas shot at our venue, we immediately fell in love with his elegant, timeless style. He has an incredible ability to blend traditional, editorial, photojournalistic, and moody styles in a way that captures all the key moments and emotions of the day.

However, beyond beautiful photographs, having a genuine connection with our photographer was essential to us—and this is where Tomas truly stood out. From our first conversation, he was genuinely interested in getting to know us and gave us a clear sense of what it would be like to work with him. As a photography enthusiast, I had many technical and gear-related questions, which Tomas was happy to discuss. While the best equipment alone doesn’t guarantee great results, knowing that Tomas was equipped with top-tier gear gave us extra peace of mind—especially since we planned on ordering large canvas prints, where ultra-high-resolution images are key. We were initially concerned that Tomas might be out of our budget based on his quote, but he went above and beyond, creating a custom package that included everything we wanted while staying within our budget.

Our engagement shoot with Tomas was our first real test in front of the camera, and we were a bit nervous since posing isn’t something we’re used to. Tomas gave us just the right amount of guidance, helping us feel comfortable and confident. By the end, what started as an nerve-wracking experience became a genuinely fun and memorable one—we were actually a little sad when the session ended! Tomas even kept shooting until the very last moment, well after the location’s security asked us to wrap up. When we received the photos, we were absolutely blown away by the results, and so were our friends and family—some even wondered if we’d secretly eloped!

On our wedding day, Tomas and his second photographer, Brian, were amazing to work with. They made us feel like VIPs while capturing every important moment. Tomas’s attention to detail was remarkable, whether it was waiting for the right light during family group shots or stepping in to guide other vendors. His assertive yet calm leadership made it feel like we had an extra coordinator helping us along the way.

In summary, my wife and I wholeheartedly recommend Tomas for any couple looking for an exceptional photographer, especially for engagements and weddings. Tomas didn’t just take pictures—he told the story of our wedding in the most beautiful way possible. Our wedding day flew by, but thanks to Tomas, we have hundreds of stunning images that allow us to relive it whenever we want.

Tomas was part of our engagement shoot and wedding in April 2024. Tomas and his team were not only a master behind the camera but also a true professional. The whole team made us feel at ease, maintained a friendly and approachable demeanor, and were just so fun to be around! From start to finish, Tomas was a pleasure to have around, from putting everyone at ease whilst photographing the buildup to our big moment.

We just received our wedding photos, and we are blown away by the level of craftsmanship and artistry. Each image is truly a work of art, showing the emotions we experienced during those precious moments - Tomas truly was able to manage to encapsulate the emotions and create timeless memories that our family will cherish forever. Again, it was our honor and privilege to have worked with you.