If you want a photographer that will capture your wedding in the most magical way possible, look no further than Mike Dragon. We had a lot of unique elements to our wedding and Mike was incredibly supportive and excited to work with us on all of it. In the planning stage he really listened and asked questions that made it clear he wanted to provide a service that was custom to our specific vision.
On the day of, he was a calming and supportive presence and was able to adjust to extremely windy conditions and a tight timeline. You end up spending most of your wedding day with your photographer, and his relaxing, kind and engaging vibe was such a gift during all of the craziness.
When we got our photos back, we were blown away by how they came out. Mike has an amazing creative eye and was able to capture our day in photos that look like they are straight out of a movie or from a magazine cover. We wanted magical, dramatic, artistic photos and Mike really delivered. We are so happy and grateful that we found Mike and will treasure these photographs forever.
Sarah Sent on 11/23/2025
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Best in the Business! Extraordinary, 10/10!
Mike was the photographer for our wedding, and he was absolutely exceptional to work with from start to finish. Most notable, working with him the day of the wedding was so easy, breezy. And our photos turned out AMAZING! So thankful we worked with Mike, and I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.
Kristen Sent on 07/31/2025
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Professional and ready to party!
I found Mike Dragon as a recommendation through our event planner, and I knew after looking at his work and talking with him for the first time, I didn't need to look any further.
Mike listened to our story and immediately caught onto our vibe, and he was responsive and communicated well throughout the planning process. Mike's sense of humor really fit in well with ours, and he was game to do whatever we wanted to do. We were looking for someone to capture the party aspect of our wedding, and he did a great job with that.
I would recommend Mike if you are looking for someone who doesn't rely on heavily posed photos and just goes with the flow. He got along well with all of our vendors and guests, and our pictures turned out stunning.
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Hayden Sent on 12/17/2024
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Highly Recommend!
My wife and I worked with Mike for our engagement and wedding photos and couldn’t be happier. He was great to work with and the photos came out beautifully.
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Best Professional Photographer
A professional photographer who captures all the moments, period. We were tearing up and constantly smiling while viewing the photos of our wedding.
From the beginning to the end, everything, everyone, and every emotion was captured. Mike and Bitsy were amazing to work with. Thanks to them, our wedding has been perfectly captured.
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Old Friends
Both of my parents are wedding vendors so I always trust their opinions when it comes to professionals in the field. Back in 2015, at the suggestion of my parents, Mike took my senior photos. It was like working with a friend. We laughed, we joked, and my photos came out stunning. When I got engaged, I did not want to work with any other photographer. Mike was the very first vendor I hired and it was just like old times. We laughed, we joked, I got married, and our photos came out as works of art. He perfectly captured every single element of our wedding in the most elegant way possible. He commanded the room with perfect organization for our family and bridal portraits while still maintaining a relaxed and fun atmosphere. The day of was extremely stressful; there were things that just weren't coming out the way I had envisioned and I was worried the photos would reflect that. When we got our photos, we saw nothing but pure joy, laughter, dancing, and a room full of people we love all celebrating this next chapter of my and my husband's lives. We are eternally grateful to have such beautiful pictures of such an important day and we are equally as grateful that it was our dear friend Mike who was behind the camera
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Highly Recommend Mike! Talented Photographer who will put you at ease to capture those special moments!
Mike was fantastic to work with / flexible. We originally wanted Mike to photograph the Reception only. We were looking for a photographer who could capture more "in the moment" party photos. He came recommended by our Planning team -- and once I looked at his portfolio - I knew that was what we were looking for. We were doing the ceremony another day and didn't have a bridal party so didn't need all the getting ready / wedding picture hoopla. Mike offered a la carte pricing by hour which was perfect for our vibe. Our vision evolved and we ended up needing Mike for a beach ceremony on a different day - he happily obliged. As 2 people who don't love too much photo attention, he made us feel very comfortable both days. Mike is very laid back, but he is also good at getting all your pictures on your photo hit list. He is open to ideas if you want a certain photo or moment captured. He is great at also balancing family dynamics that tend to happen during Weddings too with all the family photos. He put us at ease and honored our photo requests. The reception photos were really cool - I thought Mike excelled with the nighttime photography on the dance floor. Highly recommend Mike for your photography needs!
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Great Humid Summer Wedding Pics
We really lucked up with Mike. An awesome photographer who got the best out of two picture-shy people. There was a possibility of rain for our wedding and he was game. Fortunately, we had a nice summer morning, and Mike was able to get many good shots. Highly recommend for any event.
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Dragon studio = dream team
You only get married once, but photos are for a lifetime. Gabe and I had our ceremony and reception at the Cavalier and we wanted a team that was flexible/accommodating, responsive, and would contribute to our positive vibe. Mike met all of these expectations and the product he delivered exceeded what we hoped for. He's low key, low-stress, but puts out a very high quality product. We are so thankful that he was able to join us on our wedding day and give him our highest recommendation for anyone looking for a photographer at their event moving forward.
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They brought my vision to life
Mike Dragon and his team captured my wedding perfectly. All the thoughts I had in my head of pictures I wanted and styles I liked were brought to life. Mike fit right into our crazy bunch and helped make our day so special. I would recommend Dragon Studio to any and everyone!
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Book mike now!
If you are having a wedding and considering Mike Dragon, look no further!! Firstly he has a STELLAR value. One of the best out there. Secondly, I had a lot of requests (many of them strange, and perhaps even obnoxious) for how I wanted my photos to look and what I wanted them to include (or exclude) and Mike made it all happen so seamlessly! He is professional and fun, and funny, and he listened to both my husband and I's requests. He is great at getting the job done but also feeling the vibe of the moment. He captured moments I didn't even think to ask for and now those photos are so dear to me, I couldn't imagine not having them. He is very flexible and very considerate! He's super chill and can work with all types of people. If you are thinking about booking Mike, don't walk-- RUN to do so! Would 100% book again, cannot recommend highly enough!!
Mary Sent on 04/18/2023
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A wedding to remember
Mike did a great job as photographer at our wedding. He planned well ahead and ensured that all photos were taken as discussed and then some! Photos are beautiful from before the ceremony through the reception - he caught all the best moves on the dance floor! We highly recommend Mike as your photographer for any event - he was the best!
Taylor Sent on 04/06/2023
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Fantastic Photographer
Mike is just fantastic at what he does. He's so personable and a great guy to know. He did our engagement photos, wedding, and will be doing my grad school portraits next month. Highly recommend!
Ashlee Sent on 11/26/2022
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No Regrets. Wonderful experience.
Not only was Mike reasonably priced but he is thorough. My wedding was a bit stressful and I'm not really into a fashion shoot setting so when the day came, and I was a complete nervous wreck, he was comforting and flexible. He even took time to help calm me down. The bouquets went missing at the last minute and volunteered to go find them...and came through :). All the precious moments were captured perfectly without feeling intrusive. My photos are beautiful and I will cherish them forever. He added a bunch of little touches as well. On top of the excellent communication throughout the process, when my flash drive came it was over the top. On my doorstep was a box, full of green paper shreds with a canvas bag inside. Inside the bag was a metal tin, wrapped in leather, filled with moss. Inside the tin was a carved wooden flash drive with a magnetic cover. My wedding was all leather and moss and rustic wood and (although it may have been a coincidence) I felt that the special touch was very meaningful and proved his professionalism and care to the very last detail. I cannot say enough nice things about Mike and if I had to do it all again, I'd hire him without a second thought.
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Brittene Sent on 05/17/2022
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One word… Perfect!
Mike is the true definition of perfection! His presence and his work is unmatched. Anything I asked for he delivered and more. He played an important role in the my experience as a bride. I truly could not have chosen a better photographer. Thank you for an amazing experience and my perfect pictures.
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Emily Sent on 05/13/2022
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Best photographer in Hampton Roads
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Mike Dragon!! He truly did such an incredible job capturing the best day of my life. Every photo is seriously amazing, and he got them back to me in what I thought was record time! There is no one else that I could even imagine having as our photographer to capture this amazing day. I highly recommend him to anybody looking for a wedding photographer!
Laurie Sent on 02/23/2022
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The dragon is amazing
We had a mini destination wedding and I didn’t know any vendors in Virginia Beach, Va. When I was given a list of photographers I did an immediate Instagram check, there was only ONE photographer I wanted. I kept being told to have backup options but a backup wasn’t an option. From our first phone call, I knew Mike was OUR photographer. He listened to everything and had amazing suggestions. He was so friendly and easy going as if he was a long time fiend. When we got our photos back I immediately teared up with joy. Despite Mother Nature preventing us from our “perfect” backdrop…..the beach, Mike gave us our perfect wedding photos. I’m already thinking of more reasons to hire him again. There are good photographers, but there is only one Mike “The Dragon”
Leigh Sent on 11/23/2021
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Surpassed Expectations
Mike Dragon brought our wedding to life in a way that I couldn't even believe! We had a simple event, but through the eye of his lens was captured the most spectacular of images. His fun personality and expert experience gave a calming fluidity to the entire day, and having him there was the best decision we could have ever made. The photos speak for themselves!!!
Melissa Sent on 10/28/2021
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The Best Photographer in Hampton Roads
As a former Event Industry Professional I worked with Mike Dragon in a professional setting for years. His photos are unbelievable and his ability to capture individual personalities is unmatched.
When I started planning my own wedding there were no other options. I HAD to have Dragon Studios shoot my wedding.
Mike and Misty did a phenomenal job and I'll treasure my images forever. ❤️
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incredible photographer!
If you are looking for a wedding photographer look no further! We cannot say enough wonderful things about Mike. His photos are gorgeous, but his personality and posititivity really are unmatched. He was so enjoyable to be around and really made everything fun and calm on a typically stressful day. When searching for a wedding photographer we didn’t really know where to start, but after several recommendations we went with Dragon and it was the very best decision we made. He is amazing at what he does and can’t say enough great things about his work, but also who he is as a person. The photos are a dream. Far exceeded our expectations! We were so happy to have him there with us and are very lucky he was available to photograph our day!!
Lori Sent on 09/28/2021
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Absolutely Incredible!
Mike Dragon of Dragon Studio delivered the most incredible wedding photos I have ever seen. People that have seen the pictures he took of my sons wedding can't believe they are real! The lighting and the ability he has to 'capture the moment' is like I have never seen before... and I am a photo freak! :-) The bride and groom both said the pictures came out better than they ever thought possible. Mike is a professional and went about taking photos during the preparations, ceremony, and reception so seamlessly that we hardly knew he was there. I can not express how grateful we are to have these memories captured for years to come. Dragon Studio has my highest regard and without hesitation recommend him for your wedding or any event that needs a truly professional photographer.
Sonya Sent on 07/20/2021
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Absolutely the best
Mike was amazing. Responses are quick and quality is great. He did both our engagement photos and our wedding and everything turned out amazing. We will continue to use him for our family photos.
Angela Sent on 11/24/2020
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Beautiful Work, Exceptional Service
After all of the time Mike was forced to spend with us, I feel like he is more like a family friend then just our wedding photographer. (whether he likes it or not :) ) With delays caused by weather, having multiple shoots, and the added COVID issues, Mike still made sure we got everything we wanted and needed. From shooting pictures on the hottest day of the year, to shooting late into the night to capture our dream engagement pictures... Mike was able to accommodate the postponement of our original ceremony and was able to attend our intimate ceremony on our original day (in May) and still managed to accommodate us during his vacation for our rescheduled day. (in July) Not to mention all the pictures came out AMAZING!!
Mike and Misty are gems, if you're looking for someone to help you create something unique and inspiring Dragon Studios is the way to go...!!
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Kimberly Sent on 11/18/2020
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Absolutely Perfect!
There are not enough kind words to say about Mike! He works magic from start to finish! He’s got an eye for the perfect shots and makes you feel super comfortable! He is super flexible, dependable, and very professional. Highly recommend.
Rachel Sent on 09/18/2020
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Picture perfect
Mike and his team were so amazing! Not only were they a blast to have around on our special day, they listened to the details of our vision and captured each and every special moment. From the first meeting, we knew Mike was the perfect addition to an awesome team that made our wedding possible. We received the pictures promptly afterwards and cried tears of joy reviewing them and reminiscing on our incredible day. Nothing was missed and the quality was beyond our imagination.
Stephanie Sent on 08/05/2020
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Great Photos
Working with Mike from Dragon Studio was great! He was extremely easy to work with and easy going. He always kept us up to date on what was going on and what he needed from from. He was very flexible and accommodating on payments and the photos we wanted. I had quite a few of guests at my wedding comment on the fact that they noticed he was always looking for a photo opportunity and he was never just standing around! Our picture came out great! The amount and different pictures he had taken were great. I highly recommend Dragon Studio for your wedding.
Rhevyn Sent on 01/09/2020
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Amazing Wedding Photographer
I was shocked by the pictures Mike took and so were all of my guests. People I barely know have asked for links to our pictures because so many people have raved about them. I loved that Mike captures moments as they are and does little editing. I look out our pictures at least once a week because I love them so much! You will be ecstatic with his work, I recommend a thousand times over!
Morgan Sent on 12/06/2019
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Our wedding day captured like a fairytale!
Mike is not only one of the best photographers I have ever seen; his professionalism and attention to detail goes beyond words. After the wedding, I had several guests come up to me to let me know how much they enjoyed interacting with Mike. He was not only able to recreate our beautiful day in photos; but also made an impact on our guests as they were so impressed by his sincere personality. If you need a photographer for your wedding, you have come to the right place!!!! He is the best in my book. We spoke to several photographers before booking with Mike and were immediately captivated by his art and very friendly personality. Mike- you are the best!!!
Brittany Sent on 12/05/2019
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Wonderful photos
Mike was great! Both our wedding and engagement photos turned out amazing. Mike was very fun to work with and fit right in, not making anything feel forced or awkward. Mike was able to pick up on our personalities very quickly and we felt that our photos reflected that. We can not wait to use him in the future.
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Professional and Easy to work with
Mike is on the top tier of photographers to hire for you event. Just look at the rest of his reviews. However, let me reassure you, he will not disappoint. Its very easy to get a hold of him and he is quick to respond. His work, on his website, speaks for itself!
Melissa Sent on 08/21/2019
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We LOVE our Wedding Photos!!!
Mike Dragon is AMAZING!! We absolutely love our pictures! He captured everything! He was so easy to work with and was so friendly & fun! All of our bridal party commented on how much they loved him! Our wedding pictures are beautiful! He's so creative and made our wedding day memories so special for us. I just want to look at our pictures over and over again. Mike is a truly exceptional photographer and I highly recommend him! When we first got engaged, I called him and I knew immediately I wanted him to photograph our big day. Best decision ever!! Thank you, Mike, for everything and for making our wedding day so special!!
Jessica Sent on 07/01/2019
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Hiring Dragon Photography was one of the best choices we made!
I would highly recommend Dragon Studios to ALL of my friends. Mike made us feel so comfortable and special on our wedding day and really listened to what we wanted and did not want. He was very attentive of when we needed to take a little breather throughout the night, and knew when to step back. His personality is so calming and kind that it made my wedding day that much LESS stressful. He worked extremely well with all of my other vendors. I can't wait to see how the pictures turned out, I am sure they are amazing!
Kelsey Sent on 06/10/2019
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He's an Artist
Mike Dragon did an amazing job with our wedding. He was always available for questions, very fun, and easy to work with from the planning process to post-wedding. On top of that, his work is stunning.
Thank you for everything, Mike!
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Amazing!!!!
Working with Dragon Studio was one of the best decisions that we made! As soon as we met Mike, we knew that he would bring something special to our wedding day. He was fun, easy to work with, and quick to respond to any questions. Unfortunately, Mike had to leave our wedding early due to illness. Mike made sure that we still had two professional photographers to finish capturing our wedding day. Even though we were sad to see Mike leave, we had an absolute blast with Misty and Matt. The final photographs were above and beyond our expectations. We are proof that even if that worst case scenario happens, you will never be disappointed with choosing Dragon Studio. We are so thankful to be able to relive our perfect day with such beautiful memories!
Shandra Sent on 10/25/2018
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We loved Mike!!
Mike did our engagement and wedding photos. He was so professional and made us so comfortable when taking pictures. Everyone in my wedding party loved him and complimented us on how nice and professional he was at the wedding. The final pictures were phenomenal! We love his work.
Colton Sent on 10/09/2018
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We were referred to Mike from our coordinator at the Hilton and I am really glad that we were! Mikes personality is awesome and you can tell he just really enjoys being with the people he is photography and tries to make it personal for them. We met with him in person several months before our event to discuss things and get to know each other and we were very pleased and felt very comfortable. Unfortunately our wedding event was cancelled due to Hurricane Florence, but Mike was fantastic through that whole process too. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a professional photographer and wants to feel comfortable with that photographer and the pictures he takes. His prices are very reasonable, and options for obtaining the copies of the pictures are fantastic as well (it even allowed our guests to order copies for themselves!). Highly recommend Mike to anyone.
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Booking Mike was the best decision we made when planning our wedding. We had the pleasure of getting to know Mike in February when he photographed my now, sister in laws wedding in Norfolk. Mike is very easy going and likes to make sure everyone is having a great time. Those few moments leading up to me walking down the aisle had me all sorts of emotions...but Mike made sure to distract me with silly stories and a good laugh to calm my nerves. All his pictures turn out amazing and I am beyond excited to see ours in the upcoming weeks!!! Thanks again Dragon, it was truly a great night.
Brian Sent on 09/12/2018
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Mike Dragon did a phenomenal job with our wedding photos! He was very professional, easy to work with, and has a great eye for detail!
I am a wedding photographer as well so I specifically picked out a wedding photographer that could live up to or surpass my expectations! Mike Dragon you nailed it!!! I also want to thank Misty the 2nd shooter who did a outstanding job as well.
Thank you,
Brian and Letita
Tiffany Sent on 08/31/2018
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I can’t use any word other than AMAZING, to describe Mike Dragon. His professionalism and eye for detail are nothing short of spectacular. He was very attentive and helped make our wedding day easy and fun. We went with a First Look and took wedding party and family photos before the wedding even started. I loved that, that was an option because after we said our “ I Do’s” we were able to head straight to the party! Thank you so much Mike for your attention to detail in capturing our special day. You truly are a master of your craft.
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Mike Dragon and his associate Misty were everything we were looking for in wedding photographers! We wanted someone who would capture the spirit and light heartedness of our event while still being able to capture professional images that we will treasure for years to come! They were so easy to work with, very responsible and accommodating, and made the whole process stress free and fun! Both Mike and Misty really felt like part of the wedding and we were happy to have them share our day with us!
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When you are young, you dream about your future often. Your future career, house, partner, and of course your wedding. You dream up every detail. If you're like me you've even gone so far as to dream up the "perfect" photos to fully capture the memory. Luckily for us, Dragon seems to see things just as we do. Not by a standard of set poses to check off a list/Pinterest board but rather by living in the dream with us. When I look at our photos I can't help but remember exactly why we chose Dragon Studios because he is a story teller. When I look at a photo I am instantly transported back to that very moment. I can feel everything that I did when the photo was captured. The wind blowing, secrets whispered, smell of the rainy mountain air, and little clues in the pictures remind you of that making it all more tangible.
Our set up was little unique in that we invited Dragon to stay with us and our families at a cabin in the mountains for a few days for a mountain getaway backyard style wedding. We were fortunate once again that Dragon is such an easy going person and fit right in with all of us. We hung out by the fire, hiked, and even had a Waffle Off (a waffle competition of which we will not name the winner)! He has a wonderful sense of humor making your time with him all the more enjoyable.
As you are dreaming up your very own wedding day/week be sure to add Dragon Studios as your dream photographer, you will have the most wonderful story to tell.
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My daughter and I met Mike at a bridal show, along with a bunch of other photographers and other wedding event people. First, he spoke with you when you walked up, instead of trying to sell to you and hand you a brochure. He wanted to know the client. His displays sell themselves on the types of photos he would capture. Second, he listens. He listens to where your event will be and how you imagine it happening, although it doesn’t always go as planned. And third, he is there when you call, text or email. Have an idea for a pic? Let him know. Have a concern? He will take care of it. He gets my highest recommendation. Who else would wade out in the water, get on a boat, go to a tidal sandbar, and race back to beat a thunderstorm carrying their expensive equipment just to make sure that in the end he has captured everything?
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Mike Dragon has a 5 star rating because he totally deserves every millimeter of those stars. I first looked him up as one of my venue's preferred photographers, and was really impressed with his eye for composition and light. I'm an art historian and I worried if I had wedding photos that weren't good from an artistic compositional perspective I would hate them. Yes, I know, that makes me fussy. Anyway, Mike is an artist. Look at how he frames light and structure; he's extremely talented as a photographer, let alone wedding photographer. And as a wedding photographer, he and his crew impressed me a whole lot too! My husband and I were nuts, and had a wedding party of 16 bridesmaids and groomsmen-- that's a whole lot of people to wrangle, all of them kind of stressed, plus our big complicated families, and the whole Dragon Studio team was so patient, so professional, and still managed to get it all done! I could not be more impressed. And on the wedding day, brides, let me say this-- the photographer you choose will be with you ALL. DAY. Like, it's their job not miss a single moment, and that means you are going to hang out, and they're going to be a major part of your day. And on your wedding day, you will be radiant but also frazzled and maybe a little crazier than you've ever felt. I am fairly certain Mike Dragon has heard me say all kinds of nonsense (did I mention huge wedding party? like herding deaf kittens!)-- and he was so nice, always with respect and dignity. He and his whole team rolled with the craziness of our big fun day and I cannot imagine it without him. Our pictures are gorgeous! And we have every single group shot we asked for. I could not be more pleased with the entire experience and I recommend him wholeheartedly.
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Jillian Sent on 03/21/2018
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Mike is the best decision you could make! He made our wedding so much fun. The entire wedding party fell in love with him, amd it's decided he's doing my brother's wedding too!
Melissa Sent on 12/05/2017
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When our original wedding photographer fell out I was freaking out about finding another one. My wedding planner, Crystal Salazar from Cherry Blossom Planning Factory recommended Mike Dragon from Dragon Photo Studio and I'm forever grateful that she did! When I first talked to Mike on the phone I new our personalities were going to jive, and then when I checked out his photos, I knew even more. I asked for unique, fun, and candid photos of the wedding and he went above and beyond that. His work is nothing less than amazing and he captured our special day beautifully. I will recommend him to anyone I know looking for a photographer for any event and plan to ask him to photograph us in the future!
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LaShawn and I can't say enough about Mike. We fell in love with him at our first meeting. We hired Mike for our engagement pictures and for our wedding. His photography is awesome and he has a personality to match. The week of the wedding I was stressing out over the smallest detail and Mike took the time to speak with me several times about my options. If you are looking for a photographer that feels more like your friend which makes taking pictures very easier, Mike is your guy. If you want a photographer at your wedding who is so cool people think he's just a guest, then Mike is your man. We haven't received our final wedding pictures back yet, but I have been able to see a couple and they are gourgous!
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Mike was the photographer at my friends wedding, and after meeting and talking with him I knew that one day when I got married I wanted him to be our photographer. After we got engaged Mike was the first vendor I booked! Mike Dragon has such amazing an amazing personality, his sense of humor helped get me through my wedding day nerves and he was always quick to respond to any questions via email or phone. Casey and I really felt like we not only had a great photographer but a new friend. His consultation was held at his home, and it was really cool to be welcomed into his home and get to see such a happy home.
I can't stop looking at our pictures, his photographs are unbelievable. Mike really captured who we are as a couple and we will be forever thankful.
Lisa Sent on 07/11/2017
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Mike's attention to detail continues to impress my husband and I even after our wedding. The packaging of the USB which came in a small container wrapped with a leather band, the little details are a nice touch. Mike truly takes the time to consider the details and its obvious in his work. We ordered a book, the layout of the pictures looks great along with the quality of the book itself! Mike was consistently quick to respond to all correspondence throughout our wedding and after the wedding as we reviewed photos. When we need a photographer again we will be working with Mike!
Tanya Sent on 05/13/2017
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I met Mike at a bridal expo and knew I wanted to book him right away! He was professional, accommodating, and super easy to work with. Mike first did our engagement photos and I loved them! He then made them into an awesome book for us to use as a guestbook at our wedding. Leading up to the wedding, Mike was helpful and met with us to discuss what we wanted. When the wedding day came, Mike surpassed my expectations! Him and his partner showed up, laughed and joked with us all and made everyone feel comfortable. He took so many photos and even though it was pouring outside with tornadoes passing through and he couldn't do the normal outside pictures, he took amazing inside photos! When my photos came, I was so in love with them! He captured the day perfectly and I nothing short of pleased. I have gotten so many compliments on my photos. Mike Dragon is amazing!
Seth Sent on 03/14/2017
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As a Videographer who understands many of the same aspects of photography, finding the right photographer for our special day was going to be a challenge for me. So many "wedding photographers" take a blown out picture and call it beautiful. Sure, white is like the main color of a wedding but I wanted more than that. I wanted detail, color and contrast. As we were sitting looking for venues I kept seeing Dragons info and finally looked at one of his books. I knew right then this is the look I was going for. Our pictures turned out amazing. Camera quality is of the best. Sharp focus and amazing colors. He was extremely flexible with us. Took the shots she specifically asked for and important to me is that we also got full access to digital copies. If you want the best around I couldn't recommend anyone else. However the best does cost but totally worth it! I know that when I look back on our special day and upload the pictures directly to my grandsons iBrain that I will have a great story to tell in great quality.
Rachael Sent on 09/04/2016
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Absolutely fell in love with this photographer! I was planning a wedding from college and my parents actually met him at a bridal show and thought he was perfect for me. I met him the next time I was in town and it was a perfect match. Mike is so easy going that it feels like you are talking with a best friend. He was so accommodating when our wedding date had to change because of military schedules. He is an amazing photographer and I don't believe anyone else would have been able to capture our quirky personalities on film quite like he did!
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Mikes work is fantastic. I am very hesitant on reveiws. I always thank people for their services. Mike Dragon on the other hand deserves more than that. He has people skills. He definitely knows his craft and I would recommend him to anyone. Pricing is very reasonable. I know that we will be using him again to do family pictures and all the other events that we will have.
Suzie Sent on 12/17/2015
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I cannot express how much we not only love our Engagement and Wedding pictures, but Mike himself! The one vendor you have to make sure you really truly like and get along with is your photographer, you are with them all day. With that said, I couldn't have asked for a better person than Mike to have around the whole time on the biggest day of our lives.
Our Trip to DC for our engagement shoot was amazing, we wanted something different than the typical beach pictures, so we went to DC, walked our tushies off and got some amazing unique photos. We couldn't have asked for a more fun time on top of great shots.
Mike is so easy to work with, he has this creative flare that you just let him run with and you wont be disappointed! The colors are so vibrant, and the black and whites are so classy! He truly has an impeccable craft at capturing candid moments, and capturing uniquely placed shots as well.
I have said this from the moment I saw his work.... MAGICAL. You are undoubtedly not only going to love your photos from him, but love the time you spend with him. We cannot wait to get some printed for our home and office!
I can say this with the utmost honesty, HIRE HIM, you will not only have amazing memories to share, but you will make a forever friend. Thanks Mike!! We love you!!
Moira Sent on 09/28/2015
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From the first time my husband and I met with Mike Dragon for a wedding consultation we knew we had to have him as our photographer. Not only were his photos beautiful, products were great, and prices were very reasonable, but his attitude was AMAZING!! It was clear he was passionate about his work but still made the couple’s experience of their wedding day the priority. We knew he’d be up for the challenge of dealing with our loud, crazy, excited families. During the planning process Mike was extremely timely in responding to all of my (probably neurotic) bride emails and getting our engagement/consultation sessions scheduled. He also gave us great recommendations on other vendors when solicited.
On the day of he had set up an amazing team for us, rolled with the punches of what my husband and I wanted to do, and dealt with two large crazy families and bridal party all day while trying to overcome a back injury. After the wedding was over the turn around on getting our pictures was insanely fast, like 8 weeks max, we were amazed. And every single picture was wonderful! Did it stop there? Nope! My husband and I received our wedding album from Mike not too long after we picked our prints and my parents loved it! They asked Mike if he could make another for them (they knew of course this would be for an additional cost, no biggie). Without hesitation he said no problem and had it to them in no time! Time and time again, Mike went above and beyond for our wedding day/experience and it is very clear that he would do that for any of his customers. What more could you ask for?
If you have the opportunity to hire Mike as your photographer for whatever occasion, TAKE IT! We would hire him again in a minute if we ever needed photographer. ☺
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Mike Dragon is a gifted photographer that preserved our recent wedding with elegant grace and artistry.
Without intrusion, he amassed dozens of interesting, compelling pictures of our ceremony, hurdling beyond the boundaries of standard wedding imagery. The sheer creativity of his shots was only exceeded by the unflinching accuracy and clarity of the countless images he captured of friends, family and colleagues.
It was obvious that he was seeking not only imaginative shots that presented a story, but that he was in total command of the overall composition of each photograph. There were sweeping panoramic vistas mixed in with unusual close-up angle presentations. He collected candid individual guest reactions to formal ceremonial moments in single photographs. He used black and white film on several shots that allowed an almost visceral feel to many of the images.
Mr. Dragon was professional in all respects, with regard to appointments, billing, presentation and delivery. He is internet savvy and offered a range of pricing and package options likely suitable to most budgets. He was cordial, patient, never obtrusive and dedicated to our total satisfaction.
In an era where cell phone camera shots often dominate the photographic landscape, Mike Dragon demonstrates with superior equipment and skill why you engage an a craftsman like him, when your memories matter most.
We heartily endorse Mike Dragon Studios to preserve the images of any significant event you are planning.
-Joy and Alex Strawn / 2015
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Mike was awesome to work with. I'm a big goofy guy who doesn't like to take serious photos. Mike understood that and made our engagement session really fun, cracking jokes with my now-wife and I. On the wedding day, he was unobtrusive while my groomsmen and I were goofing around getting ready as well as at our reception. He took awesome action shots and I felt I could relax and have fun.
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Mike was so awesome to work with! I knew about his beautiful photography from working in the Norfolk wedding industry, so I when it was my wedding day I knew wanted him there. He was so flexible with our schedule and making last minute changes due to the possibility of rain. He is so friendly and professional, my groom and our family had only the wonderful things to say about him. We got our pictures in an online gallery this afternoon and I can't stop looking at them!
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I absolutely love Michael Dragon! He is an amazing photographer and truly cares about his clients. Our engagement pictures came out stunning and I have referred several friends to him. He really listens to what the couple wants and does everything in his power to deliver. My fiancee hates pictures and kept commenting how comfortable and at ease he felt during our engagement session. I have no doubt our wedding will be the same. Mike went so far as to offer suggestions with other wedding topics which is a big help since he works in the industry and is very knowledgeable. This is by far the best investment I have made for my wedding!
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Mike Dragon at Dragon Studio was amazing to work with!! The photography packages are a tremendous value. We did both our engagement session and wedding through Dragon Studio. There were so many wonderful pictures from both!! Mike is very easy to work with!! He doesn't try to pose you too much, but somehow gets amazing shots that you would not even believe are possible. Right after our wedding, I was a little regretful that we did not get a videographer. However, once I saw Mike's pictures from the wedding - that thought went away immediately! He did such an amazing job....when I scroll through the pictures it takes me right back to that night! Hands down the BEST vendor choice for our whole wedding! I would recommend Dragon Studios to any one wanting fantastic photos! I can't wait to find some excuse to set up another photo shoot with him myself!! :)
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This man is AMAZING! We planned our wedding from out of town so we communicated with Mike via Skype, phone, and email. He was very easy to get a hold of, answered any questions that I had, offered to meet with us on our visits to town, and even helped us pick some options that aren't standard. We had Mike, a second shooter, and a videographer for our wedding and it was absolutely spectacular. We just got the photos back and holy cow! They are truly beautiful. Everyone is commenting on them. I was pretty picky on some photos that I wanted and even make a powerpoint that I gave to Mike as a reference. He took the time to capture some of the specific photos that I wanted which was just fabulous. I highly recommend Mike Dragon!
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There is a reason Dragon Studio's rating is 5.0/5.0, Mike's work, in one word, is "AWESOME" (and so is he!). When we met Mike, we instantly felt comfortable with him and knew that his energy was just the vibe we wanted for our photos. He was extremely fun to work with while being completely professional as well. The images speak for themselves, they are simply breathtaking. I cannot say enough about Dragon Studios.
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I had seen my friend's wedding photos on the wall of her cubicle at work and loved them, so when it came time for me to choose a wedding photographer, I had to find out who she used and it was Michael Dragon. I'm really glad I went with him as well. Michael did an awesome job photographing our wedding. He was very professional, but a lot of fun as well. I think he made friends with just about all my guests! They loved him. We all felt very comfortable around him. Also, the payment plan with automatic withdrawals was really great because I didn't really have to think about it at all, and we were all paid up by the time the wedding came around. We could not have been happier with everything. Thank you so much!
Melissa Sent on 08/24/2014
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There are so many positive things to say about Mike Dragon of Drago Studio that I don't even know where to begin! From day one, Mike was wonderful to work with. I had seen his website and figured that he would be way out of our price range based on the quality of his photos. But, after contacting him and discussing my budget we were able to come to an agreement and I was so pleased! Between the time I signed our contract and our wedding, he was super responsive to my emails and even met me and my husband for dinner one night when we were visiting VA Beach.
More importantly, Mike produces amazing photos! My husband and I are two of the least photogenic people and the photos of our wedding are stunning! We've gotten so many compliments, including "your photos should be in a magazine!" We are usually very awkward, but Mike's laid back personality made us feel very comfortable. He's also great at interacting with the wedding party, family and guests to get them smiling. They all commented on how much fun he was to have around.
If you want an incredibly talented photographer who has a great personality to match, you need to hire Mike Dragon. You won't be disappointed!
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If you do not use Dragon Studio for your wedding you are truly missing out! He is such a down to earth guy who listens and does exactly what you tell him. Also , when planning my wedding all on my own I found it hard to keep track of what you already paid for when it came to the venders. He had a wonderful payment set up where it came out once a month and then it was paid in full by the wedding date. It was an automated thing so I never had to worry about it. This was a HUGE convince to me when I had so many other accounts to keep track of. I have also been to many wedding the photographer is always in the way or in some ones face all the time. He had a very unique way of getting all the shots I wanted but also not bothering me on my big day. If you are looking for the most amazing wedding photographer you need to check out his web page, the pictures speak for themselves. - Mrs. ABC
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Mike and his team did a great job photographing our wedding. They were very helpful in the planning process, fun on the day of the wedding, and the final product came back better than we could have ever imagined! We highly recommend.
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Fantastic photography! Mike Dragon was able to capture the most wonderful moments throughout my ceremony and reception. He was flexible during planning with my constantly changing wedding date and was very accommodating. The wedding album that I received was beyond spectacular; it was both beautiful and unique. Mike Dragon was also fun to work with; all of my family and guests enjoyed his presence during the event.
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I just can not rant and rave enough about Mike Dragon with Dragon Studios. I first met him at a Bridal Show and after talking to him and looking at all his beautiful pictures I knew I HAD to have him as my wedding photographer. I did meet with and consider choosing other photographers but it just didn't feel right and I kept going back to the Dragon Studios website. I'm so glad I did because I know that I would not have been able to choose a better photographer. He was so easy going and we all had so much fun posing and laughing. My mom made a comment after looking at all of our pictures how you hardly ever saw him yet he captured so many amazing shots, and every time I did catch his eye he had the biggest smile on his face with the camera in front of it. He even stayed later than the time we had scheduled just to get the most beautiful shot which required him to light huge sparklers and climb up a big ol ladder in the dark :) All of the pictures he took make up such a beautiful collection of every emotion from our special day.
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After attending many bridal expos and meeting with many photographers, we knew that after we met with Mike, he was going to be our guy. One of Mike's best qualities is that he is a professional in every possible meaning of the word. As you all know wedding planning is very stressful for all parties involved and the pictures are probably the most important detail because we are talking about memories. The quality and quantity of the pictures that Mike produced is nothing short of amazing. He knows how to carry himself around guests and always seemed to be in the right spot at the right time (as well as his assistant). However, his presence was not overwhelming as he knew how to carry himself. I would say he is pretty much a photography ninja with his ability to meld into the shadows then pop out at the right time to capture the moment with flawless precision. We got many compliments from our guests about how professional and courteous Mike was and we are nothing less than perfectly pleased that we went with him. Is he the cheapest around? No, but we are talking about having memories of one of the most important days of your life forever. One thing my wife and I learned is that photography companies are like a box of chocolates, because you never know who you are going to get. What I mean by that is yeah you will meet with the owner of the company but come the big day they will send one of their minions to your wedding, a person that you have not consulted with at all. When you hire Mike, you get Mike and an assistant and I will say Emily, the assistant for my wedding, was also awesome. She made my groomsmen and I very comfortable and was able to get some excellent photos of an unphotogenic bunch to say the least. Mike has become my family's photographer for life. Hire him, you won't regret it. Out of all the choices we made during the planning process, hiring Mike was the best one we made, hands down.
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Beyond the best photographer I've even met! Fit right in with my family and friends and the pictures that came out of my wedding even during the torrential down pour were amazing. So many awesome photos it was hard to pick just one I loved! Love working with Mike and his team, and recommend him to everyone I know! My brothers gonna get pictures done with him and his new family!
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SUPER! There is nothing else to say about Mike than that. Mike was referred to me by my videographer, and then I actually booked him at a bridal expo event. He did my bridal shoot as well. Mike was indeed a pleasure to work with, and his team is dynamic as well. Mike truly captured the essence of my wedding day from beginning to end, and was a pleasure to work with. I appreciate the ease of setting up monthly payments with him as well to have his services paid off by the wedding. I highly recommend Mike to be your wedding photographer!
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Mike was the photographer at a professional event I attended. While this was not a wedding I had to write a review because my experience with him was fantastic. Mike is professional, a clear communicator, prompt in sending out the event photos and he went out of his way to help me get the photos I wanted. Most importantly, his photographs were beautiful. I highly recommend Mike - for any event!
April Sent on 07/19/2013
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Mike dragon did our engagement, bridal and wedding photography. He does a great job at making sure your photos turn out beautifully and when he's at your wedding you won't even notice him. :)
Terri Sent on 06/25/2013
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Mike Dragon was great. The pictures he took at our wedding were positively wonderful. He captured so much of what we were looking for and more. Thanks Mike, Now on to "Trash The Dress"
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My husband and I couldn't be happier with Dragon Studio and Mike Dragon. Mike did an excellent job capturing our most candid moments of the day. He was a pleasure to work with, he was like part of our family that day! Our photo album is stunning and the quality is amazing ! We can't wait for our next opportunity to work with Mike again.
-Cary & Christina
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We are so happy that we picked Dragon Studio to photograph our wedding. Mike Dragon does AMAZING work! He is extremely easy to work with and a fun guy to be around :) Once we saw one of his photo albums displayed at a bridal show we knew he had to be the guy to photograph our wedding! Words can not describe how amazing the quality of his books are, you have to see one of them in person to truly understand. Mike will even go out to the middle of nowhere for engagement sessions. We would recommend Dragon Studio to anyone who is looking for an exceptional photographer.
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To sum it all up with how well Mike at Dragon Studios preformed and visually captured my wedding was beyond only the best presentation his photography skill can succeed. He not only was very flexible with his hours but at any time of day I could get in contact with him. Mike not only lived up to our expectations but captured my dream wedding, along with his exceptional talent and quality of professionalism and time management. I would recommend Mike to any bride out there or for any photography need. Thank you again Mike you truley are the best in the business!
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OMG where do I start...Mike is THE best photographer EVERrrr! I met Mike at a Bridal Show at Kiln Creek last fall and of all of the vendors there he was the only one that caught my eye. His work was different and QUAL-I-TY...it was like love at first sight ;p I knew at that moment that I wanted him as my photographer. Mike was very prompt and professional throughout my entire planning process. He was fliexible, easy to get in touch with and will definitely respond back same day. On my wedding day he was ON IT! Originally Mike was supposed to be with me the entire morning (it was all about me, me, me) but I was "sick" the entire time that I was getting ready so Mike took the time to go and get some candid shots of my groom and his crew. The wedding was at the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk and Mike captured EVERYTHING...after seeing all of the pictures you would think I had hired 2 photographers....he didn't miss a thing. My pictures and album turned out FANTABULOUS! I call it my baby and I show it off to everyone!! I now live in MD and I pass Mike's cards and info out all of the time. I highly recommend him as a photographer. I plan to use Mike for my preggo pix...whenever that day comes :D. Did I mention his prices are phenomenal! Mike doesn't know it yet but I will be ordering another album from him here soon. I probably just shared waaay too much but I can't emphasize enough how good of a photographer that he is :D. Keep up the good work Mike!
Brittany Sent on 11/19/2012
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Mike Dragon is a wonderful and very professional photographer to work with. He is punctual and is extremely prompt with questions. Everyone in the wedding commented on how awesome he was with the crowd. Mike is extremely flexible. Our wedding reception was 8 hours long and even though I told him he was free to go he stayed until the end and got some of the best actions shots of the night. After the wedding, the pictures were up on his website sooner than expected! He had categories for every aspect of the wedding and we will treasure them always. The pictures really captured the emotions of the moment, from the tender moments of the wedding ceremony to the intensity on the dance floor!
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Mike crushed it! Easy to work with, on point at all times, can leap tall buildings in a single bound...seriously, he's a great professional and you will not be disappointed.
Dominic Sent on 09/20/2012
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Mike is one of the best photographers i know. He is very creative with his work and he has that EYE that captures amazing photos that last a lifetime. If your in need of a excellent and professional photographer you have just hit the Jackpot....Highly recommended!
Thanks, Mike, for an absolutely amazing experience!
Katie Sent on 09/18/2012
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BEST experience with any vendor. I honestly cannot think of anything that I would change about his work. He fully exceeded our expectations the day of the wedding, he captured our intimate and special moments that we can forever treasure, he was early to the church and stayed until the limo drove away from the reception. By the time we returned from our honeymoon, we had our proofs available for vieweing. Best of all, our wedding album is PHENOMENAL. Everyone is blown away by his work. Needless to say I would highly recommend Dragon Studios to capture your once in a lifetime day!
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Mike Dragon is the epitome of the perfect photographer! He has the ability to capture each heart felt moment that will leave you breathless!
Not only is he good at what he does, he has the personality and humor to match.
Mike is not afraid to be adventurous and think outside of the box to capture that perfect moment. He's professional, moves in a timely manner, and he's diligent! Did I mention professional?
Because of Mike's work, I'm able to look back on my wedding day and smile and smile and smile again!
His work is timeless! He exceeded all of our expectations!
Brock Sent on 09/06/2012
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Mike was excellent and from the first conversation he felt like family very professional and caring.
Lindsay Sent on 09/06/2012
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When planning our wedding I always knew a photographer was the most important vendor to me. I wanted someone who truly captured and documented the whole day. Mike fully exceeded all my expectations! His passion and attention to detail was unmatched. He was easy going yet very professional. You only get one chance to capture the moments. The pictures turned out better than I could have imagined! I would highly recommend him!!
Melissa Sent on 07/26/2012
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I hired Mike (Dragon Studios) after I met him at a Wedding Convention. I won a free "one up" package from him and was super excited. He showed up to the wedding on time and took a LOT of pictures! It is so tough to choose which ones we want in our album!!! I would hire him again to do more pictures for my family!
Maya Sent on 02/09/2015
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I thoroughly enjoyed working with Mike Dragon. He was not only professional, but also fun and a pleasure to work with. He was very flexible in assisting me throughout the day and I am glad that we chose him as our wedding photographer.
Tanya Sent on 09/06/2012
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To sum it all up Mike is super fantastic, talented, and a total professional! I'm a wedding planner and florist in business for over 15 years and Mike is at the top of my list! He captures the most beautiful shots and the photos are totally amazing! His pictures of the ceremony, reception, bridal party make you feel like you are standing in the actual venue!! I can't wait to do our next wedding together! Mike is so professional that you don't even hear or see him but his pictures let you know he is always in the right place at the right time! My bride is still talking about how pleased she is with her pictures!
Take it from my experience, you will be super thrilled to have him photograph your special event!
Tanya Frazier
Graceful Designs, LLC
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Mike Dragon is very accommodating! He is professional and you will receive nice photos for a very reasonable price!
Stephanie Sent on 01/11/2013
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Mike Dragon was a great photographer. He was very outgoing, professional, and knowledgeable about his craft. We could not have asked for a better photographer. Thank you Mike!!!
