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Freas Photography

Freas Photography

Asheville, NC
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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    Impressively Talented Photographer

    Seeing Michael's work is impressive, but experiencing it is truly special. His creative vision is a genuine gift, as he has a unique perspective on the world around him. During our sessions, he would occasionally share previews of what he was capturing, and I was consistently amazed by his ability to first conceptualize his vision and then execute it. Additionally, as someone who personally dislikes being photographed, Michael made the sessions feel natural, creating a comfortable and casual atmosphere. I believe this played a significant role in capturing the genuine emotions of our wedding day, which are beautifully showcased in the final product.
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    Taylor B. Sent on 02/23/2023
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    No Need to Look Further For A Photographer

    Once I found the Instagram of Michael Freas Photography in my early stages of wedding planning, I knew I had to inquire quickly....because I knew due to his quality of work, his schedule would book fast! He was my first vendor I booked early in my planning process, but with no regret! Michael brought the upbeat, creativity to our wedding weekend in Key Largo. He looked for all of the right angles for the shots and made the shots happen! I felt confident in Michael (and his quiet but hilarious assistant, Julio) during every part of our day. He took control when needed and blended into the day seamlessly. He even sent me sneak peak photos the very next day! I will cherish these moments he captured forever. If you're looking for a fun, versatile, and adventurous photographer, Michael is your guy!
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    Julia B. Sent on 06/17/2022
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    Absolutely perfect experience

    From start to finish, Michael was wonderful to work with. I appreciate that he not only wanted to take excellent pictures, but also get to know us as a couple. He was professional, fun, and above all, an AMAZING photographer. Guests who saw previews of our pictures all said that they were the best wedding pictures they had ever seen. He captured our day perfectly. Would highly recommend Michael to anyone!!

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    Hey Julia + John!

    Your wedding will be one of the highlights of my year. The way the sunset happened and everyone on the dance floor, I couldn't ask for better photographic conditions. The friendship I gained was just a cherry on top. Thank you so much for choosing me to be there to capture it for you. All the best!
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    Michelle W. Sent on 10/05/2022
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    AMAZING photos and such a fun photographer!

    Michael was such an amazing photographer to work with. We were originally attracted to some of the photos we saw on his Instagram page- they were unique and stunningly beautiful especially the way he captured scenic backgrounds. He did not disappoint when it came to our photos. We not only got those amazing scenic photos- but he also captured all of the love, fun and the amazing celebration we had that day. Michael felt like he was another fun guest at out wedding. Everyone enjoyed his presence and energy that he brought to the wedding day! We could not recommend him more!

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    Hey Michelle - Your wedding with Michael was one of the highlights of my year. The way the sun popped through at sunset and
    the emotions as you shared your vows was an amazing experience. Thank you so much for choosing me to be there to document it all for you. All the best! -Michael Freas
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    Victoria H. Sent on 05/31/2022
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    Great experience and beautiful pictures!!!

    If you are looking for a photographer to hire look no further! Michael was a pleasure to work with. He was beyond friendly and attentive from day one. He took the time to get to know us before our big day which speaks volumes of his dedication to his work and to help make everything special for us. Our pictures are BEAUTIFUL and unique and I am extremely happy that we chose him as our photographer! Thank you again Michael for everything!!!!!

    Freas Photography's reply:

    It was an absolute delight working with you! What an incredible celebration on a most beautiful day. Thank you for choosing to work with me! Being part of your wedding was truly an honour.
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    Daniel L. Sent on 02/09/2022
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    Excellent Photographer!

    My wife and I would definitely recommend hiring Michael Freas as your wedding photographer! While we could have gone with a cheaper photographer, we knew that we wanted great quality photos of our wedding. Before booking, we asked for him to show us some previous photos and they were significantly better than ALL of the other photographers we contacted. Michael Freas took outstanding photos at our wedding and was 100% worth every penny. He did an amazing job at capturing all of our special moments and perfectly coordinated all of our guests and family for the best shots.

    Michael Freas is down to earth and easy going. He’s dedicated and passionate about what he does, which is clearly reflected in his photos. A great photographer that really wants to get to know you on a personal level, so that he understands what type of photos you want. Michael really went above and beyond to make sure our photos came out absolutely spectacular, even to the point of yelling to a boat captain to turn his sail boat for an amazing photo (see photo below). If we need a photographer for any future events, we will definitely call him.

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    Thanks very much for your balanced and fair review of working with me! I'm glad you felt comfortable and relaxed! It's something I have worked hard on and I am so pleased my efforts resonated with you. It was an honor to be part of your celebration!
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    Michael Freas
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    Kaley S. Sent on 01/06/2022
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    Fantastic!

    We had a great experience with Michael! Not only are the photos amazing, he is knowledgeable and passionate about what he does. My partner and I are more than a little awkward, but he made us feel comfortable and worked great with our 11 month old and dog. He led us to some awesome spots and was extremely patient and flexible with us. We had a mix up with our dates and Michael barely batted an eye to accommodate us and get us the wedding shots of our dreams.

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    I always enjoy hearing what my couples have to say, Kaley + Daniel! I am glad to of been a part of this special day and appreciate the kind words!
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    Yoselyn B. Sent on 08/12/2020
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    He is the BEST

    My husband and I are blown away by Michael's talent. He made our wedding day the most special day of our lives! From the moment we met Michael we knew he was the one. His work speaks for itself and he has a way of brining the day to life with his eye for magic and his warm and refreshing personality. I personally hate taking pictures but our wedding day was my one exception, thanks to Michael making me feel so at ease.
    I feel Michael has a supernatural gift for capturing once in a lifetime moments and he keeps it fun, professional and spectacular all the way. He is a genius at what he does and I’m so happy to see someone who is so talented and gifted, using their gifts to bless the world.

    Thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💕

    Freas Photography's reply:

    Thank you for allowing me to be a party of this special day in your life. It was an absolute pleasure working with you, and look forward to seeing you in the very near future!
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    Lauren M. Sent on 01/04/2022
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    Hire the best!

    Once I saw some of the stunning images online, I knew I had to hire Michael for my Key West wedding...we booked him before we even booked the venue. Mike is someone you kinda wanna hang out all day with...he just has this easy going way about him that makes you relax- key for my husband who HATES pictures. I wanted him to be able to relax and have fun during the process and the results def show that. We got so many amazing pictures that really captured the day. Don't hesitate, just hire him if you truly care about having gorgeous pictures!

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    I always enjoy hearing what my couples have to say, Lauren + Jim! I am glad to of been a part of this special day and appreciate the kind words!
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    Bianca C. Sent on 12/16/2021
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    Perfect intimate elopement ceremony!

    Michael was very responsive from day one. He was able to book and then upgrade our session all within a short amount of time, which we really appreciated. Michael even scouted the area we were going to shoot our photos in the days prior to our session, so was very prepared. There was a high chance of rain and when we were supposed to shoot, but Michael reassured us it would all work out, and it did! The rain stopped just before our session time, just like he forecasted. Our photos also came out gorgeous, and he made the experience really fun.

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    It was an absolute pleasure to work with the two of you. Thank you for the kind words. Congratulations on many years to come!
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    Kristin S. Sent on 12/17/2021
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    Amazing experience! Highly recommend Mike Freas

    Mike Freas is absolutely phenomenal! He was the photographer at our wedding on 11/6/2021 and we are so happy he was the one to document our day!
    Mike is very professional, easy to get in touch with, and timely. He gets to know you very well throughout the planning process so he can help document / portray your wedding story. We got so comfortable with him, we were able to truly relax and just enjoy the moment during our wedding day without being nervous about our pictures being taken.
    His pictures are outstanding! So many of our guests are telling us these are the best wedding photos they’ve seen. He has such an eye for catching those special moments. We relive our wedding day whenever we look at the pictures he took for us! From it being just me and my husband standing outside at our venue with the most gorgeous sunset in the background, to catching everyone busting a move on the dance floor, he captures the story of the night so well. He was able to document those moments beautifully so we can look at them for forever. That day goes so fast, it’s a whirlwind, Mike being there to document so we can relive those moments is so special. So so so happy Mike was our photographer!
    Hands down, I would recommend Mike Freas.
    Mike, thank you so much for everything!! We appreciate you!
    -Kristin and Sandito Santiago

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    I always enjoy hearing what my couples have to say, Kristin! I am so glad I was able to document your day and appreciate the kind words! It is because of couples like you that I continue to improve as a photographer!

    Thank you for recommending me in your review! Im glad I made your experience with me a great one!
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    Joseph C. Sent on 09/05/2021
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    Best of the best!

    We worked with Michael for our engagement shoot and wedding day, and he exceeded our expectations with our photos! We had to postpone our wedding date due to covid and he was very flexible and understanding of our change. When wedding day came around, Michael made photo-taking fun and stress-free. He’s an incredibly talented photographer, who doesn’t settle for posed pictures. He makes a point of getting to know the couples he works with, so he can better understand how to capture their special moments. He’s a storytelling photographer, and it definitely showed in the final product. We can’t recommend Michael enough, so if you need a photographer for your special day…look no further!

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    It was an absolute pleasure to work with the two of you. Thank you for the kind words. Congratulations on many years to come!
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    Miranda M. Sent on 06/15/2021
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    Have Michael as your wedding photographer!

    My husband and I live over a thousand miles from Key West and decided to do a planned elopement there. Of course the one day it rained was our wedding day, but Michael knew the island and the people on it so well, took the stress off of us, helped us make a new plan, and took the best photos we could have ever asked for!

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    It was an absolute pleasure to work with the two of you. Thank you for the kind words. Congratulations on many years to come!
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    George Sent on 09/02/2022
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    Perfect elopement photos in the mountains!

    Michael did a fantastic job for our elopement! He went above and beyond to make everything perfect. We came from out of state to elope and get some beautiful pictures out in the Appalachian mountains. Before the elopement he hiked the trails to recon the best spots and send us video and did video chats with us to make sure everything was perfect. When we arrived he had a pop up tent and bags to help carry the suit and dress and change out on the trail. He also drove us there and back. We really didn’t have to worry about anything, Michael made sure everything was perfect. We go beautiful digital copies and he sells wonderful print books. We will definitely do a follow up photo shoot with him in the future. We will always remember him and his hard work in capturing our special day.

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    Hey George - Your vows with Micayla was one of the highlights of me moving back to NC. The way the sun popped through at sunset and the emotions as you shared your vows was an amazing experience. Thank you so much for choosing me to be there to document it all for you. All the best! -Michael Freas
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    Wesley S. Sent on 06/21/2021
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    Personable and professional

    Michael was incredibly easy to work with from the first video chat we had. Extremely personable and professional and made our wedding day a blast. He's the kind of person you want there with you spending your special day with you. He handled all of the wedding drama like a true professional and was a hit with all of our guests. Prepare for Michael to be all over the dance floor doing whatever it takes to get the perfect picture. Michael is willing to go that extra mile throughout the entire day and really capture everything that makes your wedding day special.

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    It was an absolute pleasure to work with the two of you. Thank you for the kind words. Congratulations on many years to come!
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    Maggie N. Sent on 04/21/2021
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    An absolute must!


    If you want a typical wedding photographer, he's NOT your guy. If you want someone who takes in every aspect of your day, carefully taking time to think about where the best shot is going to be, helping you with every step in planning, and who is seriously dedicated to his craft (and his clients) then he is DEFINITELY your guy. His work is ART. He fits in to the crowd, chatting with each guest to make them all feel comfortable and just like he's part of the day. We spent a year and a half planning and almost a full year of multiple postponements and he was with us every step of the way. When we finally saw each other on the big day, he was just as excited as I was. It's been 2 weeks and we just got our gallery and whew, it's amazing! If you're still considering who to use, stop and book the dude ASAP.

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    You, Kai and Jerry are family! It was my absolute pleasure! glad we were able to make it happen finally in Key West!
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    Kevin H. Sent on 04/21/2021
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    Engagement Shoot gone Perfect

    When contacting Michael, I was looking for a photographer to shoot my engagement in Key West. He picked up the phone and called me the next day and we talked through the entire plan. It was in that moment that I knew I picked a great photographer. Man was I right. We had some small changes of plans and he went right with the flow, got incredible pictures and was an all around awesome photographer to work with. We plan to book him for our wedding because this experience was that great!

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    It was an absolute pleasure! looking forward to the future! Its always amazing to be part of story in the beginning
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    Shaylee P. Sent on 03/25/2020
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    Amazing experience!

    Michael was a complete joy to work with from start to finish. Through the planning process and actual photo shoot, he makes you feel comfortable and like he is personalizing the session to you as a couple. Michael is easy going and just an overall blast to be around. He has a way of making sure you have fun during the shoot and it shows in his photos. We are blown away by the experience overall and by the incredible photos he gave us. I would recommend Michael's work over and over again!

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    Shaylee! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your day! I had a great time showing you two around! Good times!
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    Tate F. Sent on 12/18/2020
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    Thanks Mike!

    Mike captured my wife and my wedding on November 21, 2020. Leading up to the wedding day Mike communicated with us perfectly to show how prepared and professional he was for our big day. This is an important step in capturing a wedding. Most people look over the hard work that goes on before and after the wedding day. The results speak for themselves.

    As a photographer Mike excels in capturing candid moments in time while playing with light and composition. As a fellow photographer that is all I asked for. Looking back on our photos it takes us back to the wedding day and brings back all the emotions we experienced. That’s what you get when you hire Mike and we couldn’t be happier!
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    Teodora D. Sent on 12/14/2020
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    Unique wedding photography

    We randomly found about Michael online and noticed that he creates very unisual and unique wedding photos. The photos he created for our elopement ceremony completely exceeded our expectations. He made us feel very special on our wedding day and made the photo shoot very memorable. Neither me, nor my husband enjoy in general posing for photos but Michael made the whole experience super enjoyable and fun. It was actually one of our favourite parts of our wedding day - hanging out around Palm Beach with Michael taking photos. He was also absolutely amazing at finding spots and locations for our wedding photo shoot and did all the research for that. After we shared our wedding photos, we got tons of compliments and many of our friends said these were the best made wedding photos they have seen so far. Michael didn’t just take our pictures but he created a relationship with us and became a friend that was part of the wedding. We would 100% recommend working with Michael!
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    Samantha Sent on 01/03/2021
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    Absolutely breathtaking

    Mike was absolutely incredible. He captured every moment I wanted with my husband. Absolutely stunning photos. The best wedding photographer ever. Stayed very relaxed and up beat. And he made it all about the bride and groom. Mike ever put us on opposite side of the alter so the sun wasn’t directly in the ladies eyes and the photos came out phenomenal!!!

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    Thank you for having me be a part of your celebration and story. You have an amazing family and super excited for your new addition!
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    Allison Sent on 11/17/2020
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    Breathtaking Moments Forever

    Michael was great to work with - he was very responsive to my questions and creative with my tiny venue. It was very rainy (like a hurricane was in the area rainy) the day of my ceremony and Michael just rolled with everything, even giving me and my bridal party a ride to the venue since it was too wet to go in the golf cart. I know the photos he captured (just on the little sneak we've had) are going to be something we cherish and admire forever. I would recommend Michael to any bride or groom that wants exceptional photos to remember their special day forever.
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    Nicole B. Sent on 07/13/2020
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    Best Photographer Experience Ever!

    My husband and I recently eloped in Key West. Being from out of town, we were nervous about what vendors and people to work with and who to trust. Michael immediately quieted the concern over which photographer to use. He was so helpful from the get go and took time to get to know us starting day 1. On the day of our event, he made the experience fun, lighthearted, and seamless by going above and beyond to make us feel like the time we had to take pictures was all about having fun, enjoying the day, and sharing some laughter. We've received AMAZING sneak peak pictures already and can not wait to see the rest of his work. If you are looking for an amazing photographer, go with Michael Freas!

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    Thank you for allowing me to be a party of this special day in your life. It was an absolute pleasure working with you, and look forward to seeing you in the very near future!
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    Bri Sent on 09/29/2020
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    Absolutely amazing

    If you are looking for a wedding photographer look no further- Michael is your guy! We could not have better things to say about Michael, from the planning process to the wee hours of wedding night. He worked his butt off in this Florida heat and his pictures did not disappoint! I am so grateful Michael pushed me to keep taking pictures when I was over it because a South Florida September wedding is no joke in the heat! Our guests absolutely loved and raved about how great and excited he was the whole night. We will 100% be using Michael in the future for family photos!
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