Eric Vest Photography, Inc. Reviews
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Rachel B. Sent on 11/24/2023The BEST Photographer for your Engagement and Wedding!
We cannot speak highly enough about Eric. This review is almost difficult to write because words cannot convey how amazing he was in making our engagement photos all the way through to our wedding day a beautiful and stress free experience. Eric was easy to communicate with and was efficient and professional in our interactions. He was also so kind and personable and we felt like we had known him for years after just meeting him- which helped ease the nervousness of getting our pictures taken! He offers a fairly priced package for engagement and wedding and, and becoming an EVP (Eric Vest Photography) couple allows us to continue to work with someone we now know and trust as our family grows, which is so important to us! We are were blown away by our engagement photos, and the sneak peak we have seen so far of our wedding day shows Eric's skill in producing timeless and classic photography invested with emotion. We absolutely recommend Eric and are excited to keep working with him!Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Rachel!!! You are so very kind! I loved my time with you guys, both during your engagement session and your wedding day! You two are so easy to be around and thank you for giving me creative liberty and trust throughout the whole process! Each moment spent with you guys just felt like we were hanging out having fun! Thanks for allowing me to capture your absolutely beautiful love!!! -
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Ashley H. Sent on 02/27/2024
You won't regret it!
Eric was one of the best investments we made for our wedding! From our initial intake call, to our engagement photos, communication back and forth for planning purposes, our zoom meeting a few weeks before to finalize timeline AND then our wedding day, Eric was phenomenal. He is calm, knows his stuff and made our day so special and fun. I can't wait to get all of our photos back but the sneak peaks that we got, I can't stop looking at!
I knew I wanted to invest in a good photographer because these pictures will last a lifetime and I'm so glad we found Eric. His values aligned with ours and I can't recommend him enough! If you're looking for great quality, book Eric!
I can't wait to use Eric to (hopefully) capture our other big life moments!Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Ashley & Bill!!! You guys are so amazing! Thank you for the kind words! It was such a joy to work with you both and get to know you through this! I'm so glad I have you both as friends now! :) Thanks for being incredible to work with and yes to capturing your future big life moments!!! -
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Erica H. Sent on 03/03/2024
Excellent Experience
We had such a great experience with Eric. We waited until we were about 6 months out from our wedding to book a photographer (in hindsight, probably not the best idea), and I am completely shocked that we were able to get Eric for our wedding. We were so lucky; his work is wonderful. He was also so pleasant to work with (so enthusiastic!), incredibly knowledgeable, and thorough. He helped guide us through our wedding day, and made everything so stress-free. And, of course, we loved our photos! I hope everyone can be so fortunate to have him as their photographer.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Erica! I was so excited when I was available for your wedding date too! Hanging out with you and Marty was simply a blast and I'm honored you chose me as your wedding photographer! Thank you for being amazing and I can't wait for the next time our paths cross! -
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Austin R. Sent on 03/03/2024
Truly perfect experience
Eric was a an amazing photographer and helped more than I can put into words. Amazing energy and handled our families perfectly! 12/10Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Austin! Thank you so much! I had so much fun with you and Hannah!!! Thank you both for being such amazing people and allowing me to capture your love! -
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Jennifer R. Sent on 03/03/2024
Exceptional!
We can't say enough good things about Eric. Not only is he so good at what he does, he is so great to work with! Every person in our wedding party could not stop talking about how friendly and awesome Eric is. He adapted to all the changes throughout the day and even helped tie all the groomsmen's ties! His talent really shows through his photos and we can't wait to display all our pictures and share them with our family.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Jenny!!! Being there with you and Jack on your wedding day (and your dreamy, snowy engagement session!) was nothing short of incredible! Absolutely love being with you two and consider you both great friends! So honored to know you and your families and thank you for welcoming me into this season of your lives together! -
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Christy K. Sent on 09/19/2023The Best Photographer Ever!
Eric is the best photographer we could have ever imagined for our wedding! He is so personable and makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera. He is hard working, organized, and extremely professional. He basically acts as a day-of coordinator and is fun to hang out with on your wedding day (you are with your photographer a lot!). We were behind schedule at one point during the day, and he assured me we would make up the time and get all the shots we wanted and put me at ease. During the reception, he even brought an Ipad and displayed pictures that he took earlier in the day- the guests raved about it! Our wedding party, parents, and guests made several comments to us how amazing our photographer was. We got a sneak peek very quickly, and we cannot wait to see the rest! Thank you SO much Eric, you exceeded our expectations!Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
These words are so kind!!! Thank you Christy & John for being absolutely amazing! I loved being with you both on your day and it truly was an honor to capture each special moment! I've gained two friends through this and I'm so grateful! I simply cannot wait to show you all the photos!!! -
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Carmen T. Sent on 03/01/2024Wedding 2023
5/5 experience with Eric. Our big day turned out great because of Eric. He communicated with our vendors before the day and during it so we didn’t have to stress about anything. Our photos turned out amazing. He really captured both of our personalities and the guests. The photos are clear and appear natural. I am so glad our venue referred him to us. Thank you Eric. You are amazing.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Carmen!!! I absolutely love you and Nick and I was so honored to be there on your wedding day! I'm still flattered that you moved your wedding date so I could be your photographer and I'm so grateful to know you both! Thank you for these words! You're so kind! -
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Kaatrin H. Sent on 09/09/2023Best Money Ever Spent
Eric Vest is truly exceptional! We're incredibly grateful to have chosen him as our wedding photographer. His attention to detail, warm personality, and ability to make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera are unparalleled. He even captured all of our guests having a great time! We are so impressed at his work and ogle over pictures on the daily. He made us look SO good!
Thanks to Eric, we can relive the best day of our lives forever. For that we are extremely grateful. It was the best money we ever spent. We can't recommend him enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Aw thank you Kaatrin!!! That means the world! It was easy to make you guys look good because you both looked incredible! :) Thank you for being amazing and for welcoming me into your day!!! -
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Rachel J. Sent on 03/03/2024
Personal, Intimate and Romantic! Absolute PERFECTION!
This review is long overdue, and for that we apologize Eric!
Working with Eric is a truly magical experience, not just because of his photography, but more importantly because of the AMAZING person that Eric is both professionally and personally! Eric invests a ton of time in getting to know you as people before he works to capture your special memories.
When we saw Eric's website and the quality of his work while shopping for photographers, there was no question that his work in photographing special events was nothing short of exceptional. As you know, finding that special someone who knows how to photograph those special moments is more than just looking at their work. We met Eric for the first time through a Zoom call, and through his extremely positive and joyful personality, we got to know Eric even better, and there was no question in our minds that he was the guy for us.
Eric's personality, friendliness, professionalism, work, communication and most importantly the way in which he works with you is off the charts. Five stars is no where near what he deserves. Both of us have been in the service area are entire careers (and we're in our 50's) and we have never experienced someone like Eric. Eric's communication from start to finish is spot on, as he never leaves you guessing about the prep work, the planning, the day of activities, what happens after, or when you will receive your photos. He is a true partner throughout the entire process.
On our special day, Eric was fabulous. His smile alone is infectious, and you can help but to enjoy your time with him. He makes you so comfortable, and supports and encourage you to be yourselves. As you get lost in the moment with the one you love, Eric quietly blends into the surroundings, captures your special moments, and basks in the celebration with you by memorializing the moment through his camera. Eric laughs with you, cries with you, and truly becomes your friend in the time he spends with you.
Eric's personality is that of someone you cannot help but love. All of our friend, family and guests commented on how wonderful he was to have at our wedding, and have truly enjoyed the pictures he captured of them at the event. The hundreds to thousands of photographs he takes will help you to see those many moments that you weren't even aware were happening, and you will get to enjoy the utter happiness that Eric captures for you.
There are not enough words to explain how happy we are with the photographs Eric took of our wedding, but more importantly than the photographs, Eric captured our hearts and our souls through the person that he is and how he approaches his work. We will forever be grateful to Eric, we will always consider him a friend, and we would highly recommend Eric for your special event without question, without reservation, and without any hesitation! He is by far THE BEST!!
We love you Eric!
❤️ Rachel & Joel MilteerEric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
You guys!!! Reading this through had me nearly in tears! These words and the thoughts and heartfelt love behind them has me feeling very appreciated and loved. Thank you for that! From the moment I met you two, I knew we were going to become fast friends... and that we did! Getting to meet your boys, your family, and your friends was such a privilege and honor! Capturing all the moments in your wedding day had me emotional and deeply touched, even still now. You two are something very special together and have grown so special to me! I'm so grateful that we were brought together by your wedding and I look forward to staying in touch with you both!!! Thank you for taking the time to write these kind words! Love you both! -
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Ronnie D. Sent on 08/13/2023
Eric Vest Photography will make your wedding special!
Eric Vest Photography is the only option you should be considering for your wedding! Eric goes far beyond this photography services. He helped us stay on schedule during our big day and ensured we truly had the best day ever! Eric's close attention to detail helped during photos and for the groomsmen getting ready (e.g. teaching them how to properly fold the pocket square or pinning the boutonnieres). Eric will go the extra mile for you before, during, and after your wedding. Our photos were immaculate and stunning. With all the stressors surrounding your wedding, do yourself a favor and let Eric Vest Photography make your day a truly stress-free experience.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Ronnie! Wow, what a kind review! Thank you so much!!! What an absolutely incredible day you guys had! I feel so grateful to have been a part of it and thank you both for being such a joy to be with! -
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Sarah P. Sent on 07/25/2023
Run, don't walk, to work with Eric Vest!
I cannot recommend Eric Vest enough! He is an amazingly talented photographer and an all around wonderful human. From the very beginning Eric showed up with enthusiasm and somehow made us feel like we were his only clients. He is organized and thoughtful. From our engagement photo session to our big day, Eric was always on time, willing to run with our unique ideas, and shocked us with his quick turn around time for delivering photos. He knew all of our wedding party's names, offered to help with tasks that were not specific to a photographer, and was respectful of our priorities for the day. His attention to details in photos is impeccable.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Sarah! I would absolutely "run" to work with you & Patrick again too! :) Every moment spent with you both was filled with warm smiles and calm! Thank you for being a joy to be around and for allowing me to be there for your incredibly special moments! Can't wait to continue my friendship with you both! -
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Holly F. Sent on 02/28/2024
12/10 - This is Your Guy!
There aren’t enough stars! We hired Eric Vest for our engagement and wedding photos. Eric is one of the kindest and most thoughtful photographers (honestly I’d even say humans) I’ve ever gotten to work with. He remembers EVERYTHING! We didn’t hire a day of coordinator and Eric was stellar at keeping and maintaining timelines (no small task with my family). He is professional and comes with plenty of recommendations & only if asked for them - Photography related or not. His work is beautiful and timely, but I’ll let that speak for itself. His passion and energy is infectious. We never felt awkward or clueless in front of his lens. Don’t hesitate to hire this wonderful human! You won’t regret it!Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Holly! Thank you so much!!! I literally smile when I think of my time with you and Jon! From grabbing ice cream from the ice cream truck at the end of your engagement session to your joy-filled wedding day, you two are something special! Thank you for welcoming me into your lives and I'm so glad we're friends!!! -
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Juliann K. Sent on 06/21/2023Eric Vest Photography
5 stars aren't enough. Everything about working with Eric from start to finish was nothing short of excellence. His communication, both with us and the other vendors, was superb. He was incredibly helpful, even with things that were not related to his job in any way. He was an absolute delight to work with and made everyone feel comfortable and relaxed, and it shows in the photographs. He kept us on schedule in the kindest way possible, and did a great job of calming me down when I got overwhelmed about the number of things we had left to do and the amount of time we had to do them in. He made sure we got everything we had asked for and every photo I had expressed was important to me, even when I thought there was no way we could fit it all in. He was timely every step of the way, from responding to the first email I sent him to delivering the final photos to us, which were everything I had hoped for. He exceeded my expectations in every way. It's worth noting my late father was a photographer, so my expectations were sky high from the start. Not an easy bar, and still he surpassed it. I am so grateful that Eric was available to photograph our wedding. It was one of the most special days of my life, and he helped to make it perfect.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Juliann! You are SO very kind!!! You have no idea how much these words mean and I'm so grateful I was able to be there with you and Josh on your wedding day! Every moment with you two was a joy! Thank you for trusting me with your day! So glad to have gained two lifetime friends through this! -
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Dan H. Sent on 03/03/2024
We are so lucky to have Eric Vest do our wedding
Eric did such an amazing job on our wedding!!! From the planning and preparation to the "Big Day" capturing all the moments and making everything flow smoothly. We have received so many compliments on our wedding pictures and every time I feel so lucky to have had Eric Vest do our wedding photography.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Dan! It was truly an honor to be there with you and Ashley on your wedding day!!! I'm so grateful it worked out for me to be your wedding photographer! Very grateful to have you both as friends! -
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Kristy Sent on 03/03/2024Best photographer ever!!!
My husband and I absolutely loved having Eric as our wedding photographer. He is super down to earth and is really easy to work with. He had no problem answering any questions we had and was very responsive to emails. It did not take long to get our engagement or wedding photos back. On the day of our wedding, he made everything stress free. You can tell he has had many years of experience doing this and knows what he is doing! We highly recommend Eric!!Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Thank you so much Kristy! Working with you and Dan was such a blast! You guys are such kind humans and I'm so grateful to know you both! Thanks for taking the time to write this review! -
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Amanda C. Sent on 05/16/2023Amazing Wedding Photographer!
If you're still looking for a photographer, look no further. Eric is hands down the best of the best! We could not have been happier with our choice in choosing Eric Vest Photography for our engagement session back in October of 2022 and wedding day on April 1st, 2023. I met Eric through my sister's wedding as she also booked his services. When we got engaged, and as soon as we booked our venue, we went straight to Eric to make sure he was our photographer! Eric has excellent communication and a great personality for this line of work. He's personable and an absolute professional which all help to make you feel relaxed and natural in front of a camera. His expertise and calm demeanor also helped with moving the wedding day schedule along and staying on time - he even came prepared with a crochet hook which helped with the ridiculous amount of buttons on the back of my dress! Eric is an artist in his craft and I can't recommend him enough. Thanks to Eric, we have such incredible photos to be able to remember our wedding day for the rest of our lives.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Aw! Thank you Amanda & Bennett!!! When I think about your wedding day, I just smile! I couldn't be more grateful that you allowed me to be there and capture your special moments! You two are so kind and I'm so glad to be friends! -
Liza B. Sent on 12/06/2022
Eric is the best!!
I would recommend Eric over and over again. He was so easy to work with and incredibly responsive during the process. I was stressing about having a list of photos to make sure I got everyone and I definitely did not need to. Eric got so many incredible pictures and made the day so stress free and relaxed - which is especially important given how much time you spend with the photographer. My family also loved working with him and that was the first thing they noted the next day was how much they enjoyed Eric and what a great job he did. And he did an amazing job. I am blown away by our pictures. We had a perfect wedding and we have e most amazing pictures as memories. Eric captured the most amazing candid moments of the day as well. It was truly incredible to look back at all the photos. Use Eric for your wedding day, you will definitely not regret it and you will have no stress or worries knowing you are getting the most amazing moments on camera and working with a truly incredible person on one of the biggest days of your life. Thank you Eric for everything!Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Liza! I had an absolutely incredible time with you, Tanner, and your entire family! Thank you so much for inviting me into your special day and for allowing me the honor of capturing your special moments! So glad to have you and Tanner as friends now and so happy you have photos to transport you back to your perfect day! Thanks for being amazing! -
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Tanner L. Sent on 12/06/2022A true professional!
My wife and I had such a fun time working with Eric. He was extremely professional from start to finish. Whether it was promptly answering emails or hopping on a phone call; he made sure all of our stresses and concerns were taking care of. When it came to the wedding day itself, Eric is great and taking charge and making sure everyone is in the right spot and ready to go! His attention to detail was far beyond what my wife and I expected. Whether it was how we lined up for the photo, or my tie wasn't straight; he made sure everything was perfect! Lastly, the pictures turned out amazing. He really captured every moment.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Tanner! Thank you so much for your kind words! You rock! I truly had a blast with you and Liza and your entire family! Thank you for including me and making me feel like I was part of the fam! Looking forward to keeping in touch with you guys! -
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Tammi K. Sent on 03/15/2023Absolutely amazing
If you’re looking for a one stop photographer, this is your guy!! Eric took care of sooo much more than just photography! I hired Eric to do my engagement and wedding as a package because I loved the style of his photographs. They are so vibrant and crisp! We started out with the engagement session and I envisioned a beautiful spring moment. I scheduled the season and as the time rolled closer, Minnesota had other ideas and the weather was still soggy and gross. I contacted Eric and with a smile he gladly told me we could reschedule! So we did and waited for spring to roll around. Well spring came and we woke up to go to our location and the rain came POURING down. Eric met us and said “No problem! We will wait it out!” Eric waited AN HOUR in his truck just waiting for the weather to cooperate and never batted an eye. Once it cleared up he took us out and did his thing. He even brought a pretty umbrella just in case. And when it sprinkled a little he used the umbrella to create more adorable shots. Then our wedding came around! Eric set up a zoom call to align the timeline perfectly so nothing was missed. We got down arrival times of everyone, places people needed to be and he made sure he knew every little detail! Once wedding day came up Eric was there, bright and early with his empowering smile. When I tell you this man comes prepared I mean it! Any little thing me or one of my girls said “this would be useful if we had…” Eric produced out of his Mary Poppins bag! Down to me saying a fan would be nice because I was getting hot in my dress - he had a handheld one! My sisters said a crochet needle would be nice to do my dress up - HE HAD ONE!! All that in top of the photographs being strikingly beautiful was the perfect combination and I’d hire Eric a million times over. Eric also worked hand in hand with my day of coordinator to make sure everything went so smoothly for my day and he never made me feel rushed even when we were clearly behind schedule, which was very calming. Eric was a true friend on the day and he was always smiling and seemed just so excited to be part of our wedding. He’s also tall so he can get those high up shots so easily! We got hundreds and hundreds of photos from him and in a very quick manner. Our sneak peaks were always out to us within a day or two 💜 He really was a key part of our wedding and has made our memories last FOREVER. We loved having him.Eric Vest Photography, Inc.'s reply:
Wow wow wow!!! Tammi! I don't think you could have written more kind words than this! Thank you both for being a dream to work with! I had so much fun with you guys throughout the whole process and I'm so glad to have you both as my friends now! Thank you for including me in your most special moments and thank you for trusting me with your photos! I smile when thinking back on your day and I'm so glad you picked me to be a part of it! -
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