Alex & Jana Photography Reviews
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Amanda M. Sent on 01/04/2023
Simply the best!
Long overdue review! We had the pleasure of having Alex & Jana photograph our wedding in October and we could not be happier with our decision. I reached out to them with an online inquiry and they got back with me immediately. From the get go, the process was SO seamless. We purchased a package that included an engagement shoot (which I highly recommend so you can get comfortable with your photographer before your wedding day!!) We wanted to do our engagement shoot in our home and Alex arrived prepared with all the equipment and fun ideas for photos. Alex made my husband and I feel SO comfortable - he is so calm, professional, funny, and friendly. We absolutely LOVED how our engagement photos came out, so we were totally confident when our wedding day came around.
Fast forward to our wedding day, Alex arrived at the hotel I was getting ready at. Alex was SUPER organized, on schedule, and managed to get a ton of great shots in the midst of the morning-of madness (brides, you know how that is!). Throughout our entire wedding day, Alex kept everyone organized, gave clear instructions, and helped the day run SO smoothly. He even managed to get a ton of photos of the decor and all of our guests, which I so appreciated!
When we got our wedding photos back, we were amazed. From prewedding, to first look, to the ceremony, to the reception, Alex managed to get SO MANY great shots. We are forever grateful for the amazing work Alex & Jana did to make our wedding day so special. We will truly cherish these photos for the rest of our lives. THANK YOU BOTH SO MUCH!!! -
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Stephanie S. Sent on 07/06/2023
Best Photographer Ever
Our dream photos come TRUE!!! I can’t express how much I love Alex’s work. Photography was one of the very first vendors I began researching after getting engaged because I am very picky about style, color, and capturing great candid moments. When I happened upon Alex and Jana’s profile on Instagram it was love at first sight. I remember getting butterflies as soon as I saw Alex’s reply to my initial inquiry email. My husband and I reached out to other photographers too and kept finding ourselves comparing each of them to Alex & Jana. They were our gold standard. Platinum standard! Booking with Alex was a decision we were totally confident in.
Then, when our engagement shoot took place we felt so comfortable with him. He really made the experience not feel awkward at all. The photos arrived just 2 weeks later and they were JAWDROPPING. Alex’s talent is immeasurable. The location (which he suggested) was stunning but the results were even better than we imagined. And he captured our love for each other so beautifully.
Finally, the wedding day arrived and he was just as lovely as ever. My whole bridal party appreciated his presence and we kept EXACTLY to the timeline. And, my goodness, did the wedding album not disappoint. I’ll say it a million times. They were our DREAM COME TRUE. Every picture is beautiful and sentimental and he captured all of our guests’ joy. I can’t say enough about him. He was the vendor we were most confident about and he STILL exceeded expectations. Thank you so much Alex!!!! -
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Heather L. Sent on 02/21/2022Candid & Affordable Photos
If you want beautiful, candid photos that give you an ego boost and don’t look awkwardly posed, this is the team for you. Jana worked with us to prepare for our COVID-safe wedding. She not only helped us with a shot list, but also with a wedding timeline that allowed for amazing sunset photos. Day of, when things got behind schedule, Jana was there to nudge things along. She helped two very anxious camera-shy people feel totally comfortable in front of the camera and made the whole experience so much fun. (We’ve even talked about hiring her again for an anniversary or date night just as a fun gift to ourselves!) Our wedding was magical, but Jana’s ability to capture the unfiltered magic BLEW US AWAY! She knew how to get all the right angles, capture the raw emotions, and embody the essence of our love in photo form. Not only did her photos exceed our expectations, their prices are such a steal, it’s criminal. My sister is paying 5x what we paid for a wedding photographer, and she is worried her photos won’t look as good as ours. Jana was only there for 4 hours, but she still delivered 300 high resolution downloadable photos for less than $1800! And she even gave us a preview (44 photos) 2 weeks after our event! If this team is already booked for your date, change your date! -
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Samantha B. Sent on 06/21/2022A team beyond the photos
It is really hard to find the words to sum up how grateful we are for choosing Alex and Jana photography team to shoot the biggest day of our lives! We had the pleasure of having Jana and Christine shoot our day and they were a constant source of joy, calm, and laughter. I laughed a LOT with Jana and Christine and have very fond memories throughout the day that I will cherish.
Not only are they an extremely talented team, but they are there for you as a couple and genuinely want you to have a great day beyond the photos. I distinctly remember Jana telling me to take a breath and enjoy after the ceremony / family photos.. it was a much needed reminder and a distinct shift from feeling a bit overwhelmed to calm & joy.
Selecting a photographer is one of the most important & tangible ways a couple & family remember a wedding day. I can gratefully & confidently say Alex and Jana Photography was the best decision for us and hope future couples know they are in great hands with their team.
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Chad N. Sent on 07/28/2022Absolutely amazing
We worked with Alex for our engagement and wedding photos and he was absolutely amazing. We must have interviewed 5 or 6 photographers, Alex being the last, and connected immediately. The search was finally over! Notably, while I listed the US as the location so local clients can find him, we actually flew him down to Cabo, MX for the wedding.
He was fun yet professional, a hard thing to do, and always quick to respond. And, was also patient with us and our very old dog during the engagement session. Then, leading up to the wedding asked for a few prep calls to ensure we had the important moments and photos in mind, connected on the timeline, and everything needed to ensure a flawless day of pictures.
As much as we wanted him to capture our important moments, we also did not want to be the only photos in the album. With 60 guests at a Cabo resort and a beach wedding, we wanted the photos to allow us to see all the moments we missed with our guests while we were busy catching up with people. Almost every guest is captured in a number of action shots with funny moments, odd dance moves to make us laugh, and other couples enjoying a dance together. We get to see our guests enjoying the day too! He was also sure to capture the little things: Wedding dress before the bride put it on, wedding rings together with a wedding invitation, the ceremony and receptions areas before guests arrive, the party favors, the decorations, and everything we could need to remember the full day in the future.
Among all the positives above, possibly my favorite thing is that he fit in well with our friends. Had Alex put the camera down and grabbed a beer he would have fit right in (we were honestly a little sad he didn't for 15 minutes or so, just to take a break and enjoy himself...again, truly professional.) He is always smiling, positive energy, and just laughed when we said something that probably should have been obvious.
Last, but one of the most important. Turnaround time and quality of photos.
Alex was up front that the turnaround time is not short. Editing takes time, and he takes a TON of shots. Alex had about 40 edited and beautiful photos to us within the first week, also being some of the most important, which was perfect so we could use one for our thank you cards. We knew it would take around 2 months for the rest, and at the 2 month mark we received a link to download more than 600 amazing and edited, high resolution photos. Noting, I said "download". While there is an option for a flash drive, we use Google and Amazon photos, so downloading to these services was perfect for us. There is an option for all guests to do the same as well, though we shared the Google album with them, and directed them to Alex's portal if they wanted to buy canvas prints, etc. Like I said, there were amazing shots of our guests as well (at least one is already using for his new professional headshot).
We could not have been happier with our experience with Alex. A wedding is a day we hope only happens once, and that usually means the couple has no idea what to expect...first time rookies. Alex made it so easy for us.
We could not give a higher recommendation. pThank you so much Alex! Please use our gallery as you see fit, and don't hesitate to use us as a reference.
Chad and Kim
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Izzy Z. Sent on 05/17/2022The absolute BEST!
I had the pleasure of working with Alex for my wedding on April 30, 2022. Wow! He was truly amazing to work with. From the moment I sat down and had our first virtual meeting with him, I felt like I was talking to a friend. For 2 people that are extremely uncomfortable in front of a camera, he made us feel so relaxed and confident. It was truly an honor to have him be a part of our wedding and to capture this important day for us! You will not regret booking him! I promise! -
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Veronica Sent on 05/27/2022100% Recommend
We are so thrilled with the amazing moments that Jana captured of our wedding day! Jana was very communicative and collaborative throughout the entire planning process. Our phone call with her in the beginning was super helpful to ensure that we were on the same page. She captured beautiful photos of the wedding party getting ready, shots of the venue, detail photos of the dresses/accessories, family photos, and ceremony/reception events. We could not ask for more as Jana truly delivered. It's time to get these gorgeous photos printed. Thank you Jana! :) -
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Kelynn M. Sent on 02/25/2022Absolutely amazing!
We could not have asked for a better duo to capture the best day of our lives. Alex and Jana are the most amazing humans and can help anyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We appreciate them so much and could not have asked for better wedding photographers! They made the entire process so easy for us and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out! -
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Corina A. Sent on 03/06/2022
Great Experience, Great People! Amazing Photos
Alex and Jana are amazing to work with! I originally met with Alex to go over packages and details and then Jana who was my photographer on the big day. They are both very down to earth and so fun. Packages were very reasonably priced and they worked with my budget to form the right one for us. Jana planned everything out so well and was able to capture all the moments that were important to me even with my big family! She kept us on track and also made the day fun. Not to mention the pictures!! Everything came out amazing from the details photos to our wedding party photos and the romantic shots of just us are breathtaking. I’m so happy with everything in our wedding album and have received so many compliments. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a photographer! -
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Catherine K. Sent on 11/24/2021Amazing Photographers!
We started our wedding photographer journey looking for a timeless, classic look. From our first conversation with Alex, we were thrilled to work with them! He was responsive and timely and worked with us to narrow down our timeline prior to the event, and made the best of some unsuspected rain on our wedding day, capturing photos that exceeded our wildest dreams! Both he and Christine were so easy to work with. Their presence was natural and they helped us feel comfortable in front of the camera. They truly captured all the shots we could have possibly wanted and now have them forever! -
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Christine M. Sent on 10/10/2021Best Photographer
If you’re considering booking Alex & Jana Photography, do it! Within 5 minutes of chatting with Alex I knew I was going to book them for our wedding. Alex and his team simply have that “something” that not all photographers have. The entire process with Alex was easy, honest, and detailed. At our wedding, he kept things running so smoothly; his direction was efficient, comfortable, and fun. My husband and I were so thrilled with the photos from our wedding. The photos are truly incredible! I’ve had so many people reach out to me and ask for their information because the pictures turned out so incredibly well. My sister is getting married next year and booked them for her wedding too! I cannot recommend Alex & Jana enough! Book them, I promise you will not regret it. -
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Colleen O. Sent on 12/07/2021Couldn't have asked for a better photographer!
From the very start (email inquiry) to the wedding to everything afterwards, every interaction with Jana was absolutely wonderful. I loved having a phone conversation before I made any hiring decisions and clicked with Jana right away, after loving the images on their website. Like so many couples, we had to postpone our wedding and Jana was so accommodating and ready to help out. Jana was so helpful via email with timelines, answering questions, vendor recs, anything I needed. Because she was such a pro, I was able to quiet my anxiety about how things would run.
And day of? Oh my gosh it was such a great experience! Jana and her second photographer Christine made us feel so comfortable and were really fun to have with us at our wedding. I know I'm gushing a bit, but I mean all of it! My husband is not comfortable in front of a camera and even he felt great.
Our photos are so incredible! When we received the final album I just got more and more excited with each photo. They really captured our wedding and paid so much attention to the things that were special to us, like the grandparents charm on my bouquet. I couldn't be happier with the job Jana did and have received so many compliments on how beautiful the photos are.
We also had an engagement session with Jana that was fab and our guests loved the GIF photo booth. I really can't recommend Jana and AlexandJana Photography more highly! -
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Lauren D. Sent on 10/10/2021Best of the best!
Covid bride here! We were engaged in 2019, and our first major decision was booking Alex from Alex and Jana Photography. Photos were a top priority, so I knew I needed to act fast. Alex was the photographer at a friend’s wedding earlier that year. After their recommendation and a phone call with Alex, I knew we found our photographer.
Then came Covid. After postponements and cancellations, Alex stayed by our side. He was beyond professional throughout the process, especially as we all navigated through the pandemic.
Our engagement photos were taken at Palomar Mountain. It was a beautiful winter day with snow on the ground too. So surreal. Alex was so personable and down to earth, and truly made us both comfortable throughout the process. I actually had FUN taking photos! The pictures were stunning and were used for our save the dates as well.
Throughout the wedding planning process, Alex was very involved. I appreciated his attention to detail and extensive knowledge. He always put us at ease too, especially with the photo list! Alex was amazing on our wedding day this July! He captured everyone and every small detail with such natural beauty and grace. He made us all feel comfortable being photographed too. His ideas for photos were so creative and thoughtful, and turned out better than I could have ever possibly imagined. Alex actually was the real hero too...coming in clutch with some Pepto Bismol for my husband. Literally. Saved. The. Day. Alex thought of everything, and for that I will be forever grateful.
In addition to our engagement and wedding package, we also purchased his photobooth, as well as photo albums. The photobooth was an absolute HIT! It’s easily portable and it was moved from cocktail hour to the dance floor later in the evening. The process of choosing photos for print is so simple with his website too. We are so blessed to have shared this milestone with Alex. We have a photographer for life and cannot recommend him enough. We love you Alex!
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Paula K. Sent on 11/29/2021
If you are considering them, DO IT!
My husband and I worked mainly with Jana, both for our engagement shoot and for our wedding. Jana was AMAZING and we love her SO much. She has such a bubbly, warm, and welcoming personality. We both had never taken professional photos, and felt super nervous going into our engagement session, but Jana was WONDERFUL and made us feel so comfortable! She got to our location a little early to scope out some good photo locations, which made the actual photo-taking super smooth. She made us feel super comfortable and we ended up having so much fun! Fast forward to our wedding day, and we both absolutely loved having Jana there to capture our day. Again, she made us feel so comfortable. I didn't touch my phone at all during the wedding, and I trusted that she would capture all of the special moments. Sure enough, every photo- from getting ready, the ceremony, reception dancing, to the sparkler exit, she captured everything beautifully. I would absolutely recommend Alex & Jana for any photo needs!! -
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Colleen Sent on 09/16/2021Beautiful and timeless photos!
With myself being a photographer, I was so picky about who I was going to have take my wedding photos. After a bad first experience for our engagements pictures (and a move across country), I found Alex and loved the natural beauty of his photos. We redid our engagement pictures and just recently our wedding. I can say that you WILL NOT regret booking with Alex and Jana. I can't wait to get back the rest of our photos!! -
Fancy Sent on 02/11/2020
An amazing and professional team!
Alex was our photographer for our wedding this past Nov, as well as our engagement session last February. Having him on our vendor team was one of the best decision we made we made in the planning process. We went to Crestline/Lake Arrowhead area for the engagement shoot and Alex was more than accommodating when we got hit with unexpected snow. On the day of the wedding, he and his second photographer captured the most amazing shots of both my husband and I and our loved ones. Looking throughout the wedding album was like reliving our wedding day again. In summary, Alex is extremely professional and just so good at what he does. He made our big day so memorable, and we couldn’t be more appreciative! -
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Nicole O. Sent on 08/24/2019Very professional, and the photos are lovely
Alex Bruce is really fantastic. We hired him to take both our engagement and wedding photos after having a great conversation with him over the phone (and because we loved his photography style, of course). Both my husband and I are camera-shy, and ended up choosing Alex because he's very personable, and we correctly deduced that he would make us feel more comfortable in front of a camera. He also helped us pick a location for our engagement photos with some variety of scenery, which was great because my husband and I had different ideas about what type of photos we wanted. He also gave us some light instruction about how to position ourselves in our photos, and many of them came out looking so natural and candid. On our wedding day, Alex executed my impromptu plan for our first look photos without any hesitation. Throughout the whole day, he was helpful, organized, and non-intrusive.
Alex and his wife Jana run a very professional operation. They have a portal for communication about the wedding, and the proposal/payment process is very clear and easy. The photos are delivered in a beautiful and easy-to-use gallery. The whole process was spot on. Keep rocking, Alex! -
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Olivia Sent on 04/02/2018Alex & Jana were fantastic the day of our wedding and with all the planning leading up to it. They really captured the essence of our special day and managed to be there for us at both venues despite them being in completely different parts of Orange County. They were very on top of things and helped us keep on schedule for getting all the photos we wanted. It was also special to watch a husband and wife team work so well together and be such a great example of what it really means to be a team with your partner. I am also blown away at how quickly they got our photos to us and how easy they were to get a hold of whenever I had questions (even months after the wedding). So happy we chose them and cannot recommend them enough! :)
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