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Bokeh Lane Photography

Bokeh Lane Photography

Arlington, VA
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    We love Nicole & Jose!

    We first heard about Bokeh Lane Photography after they were recommended by some friends that are getting married this year. We hit it off with Nicole and Jose right away after chatting with them on the phone for the first time. After seeing their beautiful work online, and hearing good things from our friends, we decided to go with them – and we are so happy that we did! Nicole and Jose are extremely professional and accommodating to our needs. We were having such a good time during our engagement photo shoot with DC’s cherry blossoms, until we realized that we didn't have enough time to shoot any photos at the museum where my fiancé proposed. Nicole and Jose were kind enough to schedule a second session with us the following weekend just so we could get that special shot.

    What's really incredible is that, even with their fully booked schedule, they were able to send us the full set of edited engagement photos in just a few days! The photos turned out absolutely gorgeous and everyone loves them!!

    The best part of the whole process is that, aside from their professionalism, Nicole and Jose are such great and fun people. The whole experience was just like hanging out with friends, and it made us feel really comfortable and at ease in front of the camera, which made the photos look super natural!

    We would definitely recommend Bokeh Lane Photography to anyone looking for photographers. Thank you, Nicole & Jose! We can't wait to hang out with you again at our wedding!
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    Maggie J. Sent on 08/08/2020
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    Excellent photographers, beautiful photos

    Nicole and Jose of Bokeh Lane Photography are simply wonderful! So energetic and creative! They shot our engagement session and are slated to shoot our wedding whenever COVID allows for that. We wanted a photographer that has a great eye for candid shots and heard about these two from a friend who had their engagement and wedding shot by them. My friend’s pictures were beautiful, so I reached out to Nicole and Jose. They helped us with every step of the process, even with picking out outfits before the shoot. They’re kind and professional and just so easy to work with. I am not used to being in front of the camera,
    whereas my fiance is a natural in front of the camera. I told them that up front and they made sure to make me feel comfortable while just letting my fiance be himself, and the pictures came out so great! They are highly responsive as far as communication goes and prices are extremely reasonable for such high quality work. Highly highly recommend!
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    Beautiful photos!

    Jose and Nicole were a dream to work with and we hit it off right away! They did a gorgeous engagement shoot for us and also photographed the big day. They did the most fantastic job and we love every single one of our photos! They are super creative and you will not be disappointed! We felt so comfortable around them from day one and it was a joy to have them at the wedding. They put so much time and effort into the timeline that it helped the day run so smoothly. Even our other vendors worked off their timeline too, so it was super helpful! Jose and Nicole were also very flexible. They allowed us to add additional time about a week before the wedding. We were also having such a blast the day of that Nicole and Jose ended up staying even later and just billed us after, which was super convenient! After the wedding, it did take longer than expected to receive the photos and at times they were slow to respond. Overall, however, we were super pleased with our gorgeous photos and would recommend them!
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    Patricia G. Sent on 08/03/2021
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    Loved working with Jose & Nicole

    We are a wedding venue and had the pleasure of working with Jose & Nicole. Our clients got so many gorgeous wedding pictures and romantic evening photos in our greenhouse and English garden. We loved them so much we hired them for our family Christmas photos and heads shots! They are our favorite photos of our family yet! We can't wait to hire or work with them again for they are on our preferred vendor list!
    Patricia Glaeser
    Faith Like a Mustard Seed Farm
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    Deepthy P. Sent on 08/31/2020
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    Wonderful Photographers

    We cannot thank Jose and Nicole enough for being a part of our proposal at Longwood Gardens! We highly recommend them! They were extremely professional, personable, and put us at ease. They sent us our photos right away -- it's so nice to have these beautiful photos to look back on from such a special moment in our lives. Thank you both for everything! 

    Deepthy & Robin 
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    Kevin O. Sent on 11/06/2020
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    Great experience, great friends

    Jose and Nicole are exceptionally talented and know exactly what to do to make a wedding experience the most memorable. Me and my wife were honored to have them as part of our entire wedding experience from them committing to come all the way down to New Orleans, LA for our original wedding through our COVID-postponed plans in Berryville, VA. They were professional and flexible during the uncertainty we had in the spring and eventually took amazing photos at our rescheduled wedding in August. Additonally, they went above and beyond on our "would be wedding day," surprising my wife with a bridal bouquet and then doing a virtual photoshoot with us via facetime to capture our emotions on that uniquely memorable day. The photos, every single one of them, from both engagement shoots, to the virtual facetime shoot and our actual wedding day, came out better than we could have imagined. We consider them close friends at this point because they were so fun to work with and easy to get to know. I am not usually comfortable having my picture taken repeatedly, but because we felt so comfortable with Jose and Nicole, it was a lot easier.
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    Amazing experience with Bokeh Lane Photogaphy!

    The Bokeh Lane Photography team are amazingly talented photographers! They continually made us feel comfortable and natural throughout the engagement photo process, and helped make it an extremely enjoyable experience! They captured our vision for our engagement and wedding photos and really listened to our goals for our pictures. I could not recommend them enough, go book them now!
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    Shelbi G. Sent on 05/05/2020
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    Incredible photographers!

    We loved working with Nicole and Jose! They were really easy to work with through the engagement shoot, planning up to the day of, and the actual wedding day. We got so many compliments about how organized they were (and fast!) for getting through the family and wedding party portraits, and they really helped us plan every minute of our day. We just got the pictures back and they are incredible, and we love how they separated each section of the day (getting ready, family portraits, ceremony, reception, etc.) so everything is easily accessible. We loved working with them and would highly recommend for any event!
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    Katherine Sent on 10/11/2019
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    Highly recommend

    Jose and Nicole were so amazing to work with from the very beginning! They made my (now husband) feel comfortable in front of the camera which was crazy being as he hates taking photos! They captured amazing photos for our engagement shoot and it was even better on our actual wedding day! As a bride I was stressed when things were getting off timeline and Nicole always kept me calm! They were checking in with us and always make sure we were comfortable throughout the nights!
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    Heather Sent on 09/27/2019
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    Wonderful eye for detail and ability to capture the moment

    Jose and Nicole were a true delight to work with. They were very thorough in their preparations - from working with our daughter and son-in-law throughout the planning process to make sure they understood the exact style/feel of what they wanted to have captured on their special day, to putting together a very detailed shot list so everyone was on the same page. The day of the wedding, they were wonderful! They were patient, efficient, and easy-going in nature ... which really helped to keep everyone's nerves at bay. Their eye for detail is exceptional - and we so loved how they were able to capture the feelings of everyone as they were in that moment. We have loved every single one of the sneak photos they sent us within 48 hours of our event, and we can not wait to see the rest of the shots from that day.
    Thank you Jose and Nicole for helping to make our daughter and husband's day the wedding of their dreams, and for capturing those memories for them so beautifully so they can relive their day over and over again.
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    Max Sent on 09/09/2019
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    Fun, Creative, Hardworking

    Jose and Nicole are great. We wanted photographers that matched with our personalities and these two were a perfect fit. Fun, high energy, willing to do some creative stuff; we couldn't have been happier.
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    Taylor Sent on 06/05/2019
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    You will have fun AND amazing memories!

    Nicole and Jose are the dream team. Being professionally photographed can be awkward, but they are so much fun to be around that you forget there are cameras on you. They really understand the importance of capturing authentic moments--the kinds of things that reflect you, your loved ones, and the memories (big and small) you will actually treasure. They take the time to get to know their clients and find out what is important to them. We did our engagement and wedding photos with Nicole and Jose, and we will always cherish the work they did. Thank you for everything!
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    Kelsey Sent on 06/06/2019
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    Great people, amazing photos!

    Jose and Nicole were great to work with! We had our engagement photos and our wedding photos with Jose and Nicole. The team make it important to find the right shot and capture perfect moments. The also appreciate that it's easy being photographed and know how to work well with a couple to make the process easier and more enjoyable. They are responsive and take into consideration what is important to you as a couple to capture on the most important day/days of your life. Nicole is on point with organized lists, keeping family in check, and making the Bride calm! Thanks Nicole for everything!
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    Beth Sent on 08/16/2018
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    Nicole and Jose-the best, the most incredible photos-Missed nothing and checked out the venue prior to the wedding and making a plan with the bride and groom. I know as a bride's mother, I am biased, but these were most superior photos of any wedding. I hope some of the photos are used in Bokeh Lane's photo albums that they used to show their work. They used the venue in the most creative way and caught the mood, the couple and the family and guests in a way that will make wonderful long term memories. Also, this was our new Rabbi's first wedding and she also liked how the ceremony and ketubah signing were photographed.
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    Alannah S. Sent on 02/13/2019
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    They were amazing!

    My husband and I just renewed our wedding vows and had our children in our wedding party. It was so much fun, but it was so fantastic because of Bokeh Lane. It could have been totally crazy having a 6, 4 and 2 year old as best man, flower girl and ring boy, but Jose and Nicole were great with the kids and us. They made us feel so comfortable. They are so sweet and kind. At our reception, they were amazing; they took so many shots and totally blended in with the crowd. They set up a few shots and just asked us to quickly pop into the “set” they had created and than we went right back to the party. Some of the photos are so cool they look like we went to a movie set to take them. We have since had them do a family photo shoot and a couple of photo shoots four our small businesses. They have been so professional at all of these events. If I could give 10 stars, I would!
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    Marie V. Sent on 02/25/2019
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    10/10/18 Courthouse Wedding PERFECT

    Bokeh Lane Photography is the best around. The time and effort put forth was by the photographer was outstanding.
    The photos were breathtaking. I cannot thank them enough for the beautiful professional photos and their expertise. It truly was an experience that we will treasure.
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    Diane Sent on 07/02/2018
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    Jose & Nicole contacted me right away after WW inquiry and we set a time to first talk, then meet with the bride and groom and see samples of work (I am MOB). So happy we hired them. The engagement photos came out amazing, and I can't wait to see the wedding photos. Will update later with wedding photos. Bride and groom loved working with them!
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    Ian Sent on 04/15/2016
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    Jose was very professional. He accommodated me even though it was last minute. 5/5 stars . I will use again.
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    Taylor Sent on 06/04/2018
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    Nicole and Jose were great! They took amazing photos and thought ahead- even bringing a bottle of champagne to help us celebrate!
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    Jaunita Sent on 01/27/2019
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    Best wedding photographer ever!!

    Bokeh Lane is an excellent choice for wedding photographers. Jose and Nicole are professional, personable, care as much about the success of the wedding as you do, and, most importantly, take great photos. We did our engagement photos with them which was key for us to get a sense of each other during a photo shoot. They communicated with us as frequently as needed and were very responsive. When they attended our venue walkthrough they were looking for ways to make the photos wonderful for us and also pointed out ways to improve our ceremony and reception based on their experiences. During the wedding day, they did the right amount of taking photos but not getting in the way – whether during the getting ready or the ceremony.
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    Amanda Sent on 02/18/2019
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    Jose and Nicole are wonderful!

    Jose and Nicole were lovely to work with, and as a fellow photographer who is incredibly critical of photos of myself, I can confidently say their photography is fantastic! My fiance and I loved working with them, and would definitely recommend to friends and family.
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    Maggie Sent on 05/28/2020
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    Fun maternity shoot

    We hired Jose and Nicole to do maternity and newborn photos for us. They did a fantastic job and I was blown away by the maternity photos. Jose made the photo shoot fun and easy. He really took his time ensuring all the poses and settings were just right. Our newborn session was canceled due to COVID-19 but Jose offered to reschedule to do a family shoot once this mess is all over. I can’t wait to continue to work with Bokeh Lane in the future for all of our family photo needs.
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    Christine Sent on 11/22/2017
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    If we did one thing right in planning out our September wedding, it was hiring Jose and Nicole as our photography team! Not only were they incredibly responsive right out of the gate, but they took special care to meet with us before hiring to make sure that everything "clicked". One of the best parts about working with Nicole and Jose was how much emphasis they put on us feeling comfortable; they expressed that they wanted it to feel more like "friends" taking your pictures than a stiff photography team you hadn't met before the day of your wedding. The week before the wedding we were able to do a walkthrough of the area to decide on where to take pictures for the first look, wedding portraits, and family pictures, which really cut down on the decision time on the day-of! On our wedding day, Jose arrived early, and we were able to take ALL of our pictures (including family portraits!) on a very tight timeline before rushing to the park about a 1/2 mile away for the ceremony. Jose was even kind enough to carry my heels in his bag so I could use my backup flip-flops while we walked to do our portraits a few blocks down. He was, as he told us he would be, basically invisible during the ceremony- not once did I hear a shutter click or honestly remember seeing him during, but the pictures speak for themselves- he really captured everything!

    After the wedding, Jose and Nicole were so kindly able to provide us with a few shots to use for our newspaper announcements, and the full set of pictures followed very shortly after. If you're on the fence about hiring Bokeh Lane Photography, don't hesitate! Their professionalism and quality really shine, and we are so happy we chose them. And the best part? Jose and Nicole were right- we really did feel like we had friends taking our pictures on our wedding day.
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    Zoya Sent on 06/06/2018
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    This review is long overdue. We hired Nicole and Jose for our wedding shenanigans. They were very courteous and accommodating to many requests we had. Not only does Jose have creative superpowers behind the camera, gifted with unique artistry and vision for capturing timeless moments with great lighting and perspective, he is also extremely professional and a joy to work with. And Nicole brings high vibration and energy into his work and that’s what makes the best team.

    Jose was our photographer and Nicole was the “director”. We hired them for 2 days, first day was mehendi (pre-wedding celebration) and second day was for the wedding. Nicole went above and beyond to make sure all the guest are out of the way, directed my crazy big family, also, helped us get into poses and helped make adjustments to our position to ensure good posture, angle, symmetry, etc. Both Jose and Nicole are very meticulous and thorough about their work! Jose is a very precise photographer, and he goes in knowing what he wants. My husband and I had no idea on what to expect; however, Jose gave us very clear guidance on how he wanted us positioned, showing us snapshots from his camera and checking-in that we liked what we were seeing. His candids are solid as well, every photo is beautiful, but his targets are posed photos and he is extremely specific in how to compose them. I can't thank them enough for making our special day memorable, and for giving us memorable photos of our wedding. We are so glad we chose Bokeh Lane Photography to capture our memories. If you are looking for wedding photographers in DMV, you deserve to work with them. Trust me, they are the right team to capture your special moments.
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    Ellen Sent on 08/10/2017
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    From the moment we spoke with Jose & Nicole we knew we wanted them to photograph our wedding! Their photos are amazing, but what really set them apart was them. We ended up not meeting them until the day before the wedding, when we did a venue walk through, and it was like being with old friends. They made sure to understand our vision for the day and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera to the point that I forgot they were there.

    Everyone tells you to slow down and take in your wedding day, but on the day of it flies by in a blink. Jose & Nicole were able to capture our wedding in a way that showed genuine emotions and captured us for who we are. I can not explain how happy we are with their service and the photos of our wedding. I will be using them in the future for all my future needs and hopefully sooner than later!
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