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Candidly Yours Photography

Candidly Yours Photography

Coraopolis, PA
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    Ciara Sent on 02/01/2012
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    Mike was unbelievable he truly " captured" every moment for us to relive our special day! The one thing I can say is that all of our groups commented on how friendly he was and truly did the best he could do.
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    Beautiful Pictures!

    If you're looking for a top notch photographer who will give you excellent photos at a reasonable price, Mike Leonardi of Candidly Yours Photography is your guy. His photos are of the highest quality and are absolutely stunning. He made my husband and I feel so comfortable and natural during our photo session. He was so friendly and conversational -- he had us cracking up almost the entire time! He was very helpful with pose recommendations, something that I was so grateful for because I tend to take awkward photos. It is so apparent that Mike has a talent for pictures and a passion for people. I will be using Candidly Yours for all of my photography needs in the future!
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    Stephanie Sent on 01/12/2019
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    Mike Leonardi rocks!

    Mike is an amazing photographer. When we started searching for a wedding photographer, it was a daunting task since we were planning everything long distance. After looking through his website, we knew Mike Leonardi would do a stellar job. Throughout the planning process, he was always easy to reach and we were able to plan an in-person meeting with no trouble. On the day of the wedding, some things did not go according to plan, and Mike, as well as our other vendors, took it in stride better than we did. Mike also provided great advice as far as poses, how to stage certain parts of the ceremony/reception, provided humor for us all during photos and prep, and was able to corral everyone in our families as needed. In addition to all of these extra positive notes, our photos also turned out to be incredible! We've never looked as photogenic as we did in those pictures. Thank you, Mike, for everything!
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    Rob Sent on 01/05/2018
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    Funny and fantastic photographer who saved our wedding! Amazing pictures!
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    V Sent on 12/23/2017
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    Great experience...Highly recommend. Would use again.
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    Amanda Sent on 12/13/2017
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    Mike was a pleasure to work with! He put up with numerous questions from me, and was always pleasant to talk to. He did our engagement and our wedding photos and was a joy both times. He kept us laughing and our smiles genuine while being completely professional. His work is gorgeous and captures the real life moments that I love. Any person with a camera can capture a posed picture, Mike finds a way to make an art out of beautifully capturing the candid. It was a pleasure to work with him and we plan on keeping him as our "go to" for future baby/family photos. Thank you so much for capturing our special day, Mike!! :)
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    Kathleen Sent on 10/31/2017
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    Candidly Yours exceeded every expectation I had!!! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Mike. From the moment he arrived at our hotel to the last dance of the night, he was truly a joy to work with. He is not only incredibly talented, but he made sure that everyone was relaxed and having fun the entire day. He is courteous, responsive, and professional. He managed to be everywhere to capture these sweet, candid moments without even knowing he was there. Photos are forever, and you only get one shot. Hiring Mike was one of the best decisions I made throughout the entire wedding planning process.
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    Lois Sent on 10/11/2017
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    Mike is AMAZING and is very personable. He will do anything for the bride and groom. His work is beautiful. He goes above and beyond to make you happy. He did my daughter's rehearsal dinner and wedding. Just got the rehearsal dinner pictures and from what I saw so far, I am not disappointed. Got a sneak peak at the wedding photos and can't wait to see more.
    Thank you Mike for a fun time. You fit in like you were part of the bridal party.
    TOP NOTCH PICTURES AND PERSONALITY... LOVE, LOVE, LOVE HIM
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    Bryan Sent on 07/26/2017
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    Both my wife and I had not known any photography professionals so we had to start at ground zero. I don't fully recall how we met Mike but we were very pleased with the sales pitch and Mike was kind enough to include a free engagement shoot as a military discount. At our wedding mike was super nice and friendly. Our guests had a great time interacting with Mike and he did a great job helping calm my wife after our limo had side swiped a telephone pole. Mike had actually printed our coffee table book to use as an advertisement tool for himself so when our book was damaged nearly 2 years after the wedding, Mike gave us the 2nd copy. Since our wedding we have grown become good friends with Mike which was something we never expected from our vendor. If you are in the market for a photographer, Candidly Your's is the perfect choice.
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    Beverly Sent on 12/29/2016
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    Mike photographed my wedding and our first family photos with our one year old! He is probably the hardest working photographer I know!

    He arrived to the wedding early and took photos of us girls getting ready, even though it wasn't part of our contract. He hustled around town with us to all of our destinations, and even picked out a few interesting places for us to take photos! My favorite wedding photo was completely unplanned as my husband and I walked into the sunlight in a shady area in front of him. It turned out to be a great silhouette shot! He also brought extra cameras on tripods and took multiple angles of the service. He made sure he took photos of everyone during the reception. It wasn't until the end of the evening, after some fantastic sparkler shots, that I found out he injured his foot the day before. He worked his butt off at the wedding and always engaged everyone with a smile!

    For our first family photos, he was down in the dirt getting the best angles of the sunset behind my baby, who was playing on a blanket. It was an extremely hot day, and he ran all over the park with us! He even got my husband to smile, who hates posing for pictures.

    Mike is worth every penny and really understands how to get the perfect shot, even with less than cooperative subjects! I recommend him to everyone I know and will hire his services many more times in the future!
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    Kerry Sent on 12/29/2016
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    Mike was our photographer for our wedding and my shower. He was awesome. He's very fairly priced; and very high quality. He offers a second shooter if you would like one as well. He edited in a very timely manner, too! -Kerry and Tony Ciotti
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    Nicole Sent on 12/19/2016
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    Mike did both our engagement and wedding photography. He was absolutely amazing. The pictures were beautiful and the service was great. It was freezing cold and rainy outside on our wedding day, but he kept the entire wedding party laughing and smiling. We couldn't have picked a better photographer.
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    Christie Sent on 12/17/2016
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    I couldn't be happier to have hired Mike as our wedding photographer. He truly went above and beyond. He was super professional and personable with my guests. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone. I also plan to book with Mike for my own future photography needs!!!
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    Nicole Sent on 11/17/2016
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    There aren't enough words to describe how totally awesome Candidly Yours Photography by Mike Leonardi truly is. Mike had us laughing from the first time we met him. He handled every curve ball we threw at him like a true champ. From helping the guys with their boutonnières, to lugging his equipment through the strip district, to standing on garbage cans just to get the perfect shot, and every moment in between. Not only is he a great photographer, but he's also a hell of a good time to be around. We were so happy to have him be a part of our day. And if all that wasn't enough, his prices were the most reasonable I could find in the Pittsburgh area. It's not often that you find a photographer who is professional, fun to work with, and fairly priced. And finally (and most importantly for me) Mike was able to professionally edit all of our photos and have them ready for us to see within in one month! Thanks again Mike, we could not have been more happy with your work. I know I've said it 100 times, but you truly are the best!
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    Mary Sent on 06/27/2016
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    We are so thankful to have had Candidly Yours Photography by Mike Leonardi at our wedding. After the craziest happiest day of our life (so far), we remembered about two maybe three things that happened that day. Mike however was there for every moment. He captured every moment we asked him to and so many more candid shots that tell the true story of what our wedding was like. I asked Mike to travel to four different places and I never once had to worry about him arriving on time or getting lost. He made sure to key in the addresses to his GPS in advance and kept to the schedule that we set. Mike was funny and professional. He was comfortable to talk to and work with. My grandmothers were in my bridal party and I couldn’t have been more grateful for a photographer who took so much care and patience with them. Mike is at the top in his profession. He knew exactly how to set up each picture to capture the big moments yet still pick apart every tiny detail. We are so happy with the memories that Mike captured and would absolutely recommend him for any event that you may have.
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    Its so hard to find a good photographer- someone that will capture all your memories, be fun to work with and be helpful, because there are so many options out there. Mike is that man. He was with us the entire day - hair/make up, in the party bus with us all the way to the end of the reception. He was able to pose us in ways that flattered us. The photos are amazing! Mike kept the day light and fun. He was also helpful with issues you wouldn't think a photographer can help with but he has so much experience. He instructed us in the best way to cut the cake for example - who knew we could possibly mess that up! Mike captured great memories and parts of the day that I didn't even know happened and I think that is the benefit to having a professional photographer. He got great family photos with my entire family - dogs included! Please consider Mike when you are selecting a photographer - you won't be disappointed!
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    Alicia Sent on 12/22/2015
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    I had a wonderful wedding day experience and not only did Mike capture every moment he was just like part of the family! Made me and everyone he photographed comfortable and it showed in all of our photos. I couldn't be happier with my choice of Candidlyyours Photography for our special day!
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    Mike was very professional very helpful and he went above and beyond our expatation. He took alot of pictures he is very energetic if you want someone to run around and get all of your memories without getting in the way then mike is your guy.
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    David Sent on 12/17/2015
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    I was once told while we were planning that if I was going to spend money on anything, to spend it on Photography. Let me say this, that advice could not of been more true. Mike made our day amazing. He is unbelievably professional and has a the perfect personality to get people to listen to him while lining them up. Every shot is great and we were blown away at the moments he captured without us looking. Some really beautiful photos. I highly recommend Mike to anyone. Let me give some updated advice... If you are going to spend money on something for wedding, Spend money on Hiring Candidly Yours Photography.
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    Mike is excellent! There was never a dull moment with him around. His photography is amazing. Everyone liked him and got along with him. Thank you so much for your fantastic work!
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    Jonathan Sent on 01/20/2015
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    Mike was an amazing photographer!!!! It was really important for my wife and I to find someone that is fun and outgoing as well as extremely professional. Pictures are always awkward and Mike does a fantastic job having everyone relax and really enjoy the time. My favorite part of Mike's work was all the shots I saw of things I missed on that busy day. He really captures the whole day!!! I recommend Mike to everyone and I have! Mike has done two of my friends weddings too.
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    This guy is amazing.
    We were recommended Mike through my wife's sister. We were not disappointed. We had a sit down with Mike and he gave us the complete rundown of his products and services, and showed us completed projects that he had. They were awesome.
    Mike spends the entire day with you, he was with us from 1130am through the end of the wedding at 1030pm. He is definitely not one of those photographer who says, "look at the camera."
    Mike is all about catching you in the moment and having it immortalized through photography.
    He is literally the only photographer I will ever recommend from here on out. My wife and I got a limo to take out to our reception, and we told the driver we wanted to go to the PPG Building (it was December 13th) and get pictures with the tree. He said he won't do that because there is no place to park. Upon Mike hearing this, he told my wife and I to get in his car, because if the limo won't take us down to get pictures where the bride and groom want, then he will. So my wife and I and the videographer got into Mike's car and traveled down to Market Square and down to PPG for some shots. Every two seconds someone was throwing compliments out and Mike was taking real-in-the-moment photos of my bride smiling and saying thank you. He catches you in real life. He did a hell of a job. Let alone the quarter mile long line to get to to PPG, he walked to the front of the line- asked the security for some quick photos and then we would leave. Pittsburgh is a hell of a community. People in the front of the line were telling us to go In front of them. If you want a determined soul to get the photos you want for your special event, then there is no other choice but this guy.
    The rest of the reception wedding photos were great. He was really involved with the entire process and to tell you the truth, you barely notice him. He will do any type of picture you want and will not be the center of attention, but he's there getting killer shots.
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    I have to say, if you have the opportunity to have Mike be your wedding photographer do it! He was incredible! We didn't have the typical wedding and he was very flexible to help where every needed. Honestly, To call him just a photographer doesn't do him justice. He help out with anything that needed done. He really made our day special and go smoothly. Oh, The photos were amazing too!!!
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    Mike was amazing to work with throughout the entire process of planning for the wedding. I highly recommend him for any photography event!
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    Mike made everyone feel comfortable and relaxed resulting in incredible pictures on our wedding day.
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