Henry Tieu Reviews
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Marion T. Sent on 04/11/2024
Engagement Adventure Photoshoot in Olympic National Park
I first came across Henry's instagram page and was instantly drawn in by the most breathtaking and unique elopement and engagement photos that I've ever seen. Soon after, I contacted Henry. He responded quickly via email and even offered to speak with us over the phone to answer any questions. He was very upfront about the costs and provided us a detailed outline of the services that we were paying for. After reviewing the detailed contract on his customized webpage for us, we booked Henry for the Adventure Engagement Photoshoot. Although we booked the date 5 months out, Henry was prompt in responding to our emails and assisted us with ideas for photoshoot locations and wardrobe. We finally decided on a photoshoot in Lake Sutherland and Rialto Beach. Although the photoshoot locations were an hour apart from each other, Henry gladly agreed without charging us any extra fees. On the actual day of the photoshoot, Henry went above and beyond our expectations. We were worried that there was a winter storm, but despite the weather, Henry seemed enthused and willing to brave the rain, the hike, and the torrential terrain with us. Despite being one of the most awkward couples, he made us feel comfortable and we had one of the best and most memorable days that we will remember for the rest of our lives. We could truly see that he was one of the most honest people that we've met and that he truly loves what he does, especially because he immediately started editing and gave us a sneak peek 3 days after. We then received all of our photos about 4 weeks later and you can see that his work speaks for itself. -
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Michelle K. Sent on 03/12/2024Hire them now!
If you have been looking for the best wedding photographer, look no further! I cannot put into words how AMAZING it was working with Sergio. He made a destination elopement such a breeze.
We had a small wedding in Yosemite National Park in California. We had never been there before, and Sergio took all the weight off our shoulders when it came to all the research and hassles of a destination wedding. He sent us vendor references, air bnb ideas, and a detailed timeline of our wedding day. As many other reviews have said, Sergio was basically our wedding coordinator. If you are looking for a photographer who literally does it ALL, Sergio is your guy!
The wedding day, Sergio made both of us feel so comfortable and not awkward at all. We both do not like to be the center of attention and do not like to be photographed but there was never an awkward moment between us and Sergio. He was literally running around on the mountain side trying to get the best pictures and best angles. He even asked for some songs that we liked and brought a speaker and played them while he took pictures of us to make us feel more comfortable and relaxed. If you are looking for a photographer who does the little things, once again, Sergio is your guy! We could not stop talking about how much fun we had even though we were freezing our asses off in the 30-degree weather all day in wedding dresses lol.
Now for the pictures because I know that's what everyone wants to hear about. As soon as we opened the email our jaws dropped. The pictures were absolutely breathtaking. We still get compliments about them and how they're the most beautiful pictures they have ever seen. Along with the photographs, Sergio sent us a few GIFs as well. Those were so fun to see because we were not expecting those at all, and they turned out so cute!
If you want a photographer who truly cares about you and your experience, look no further. Sergio, thank you so much for making this day truly special for the both of us. We will cherish these photographs forever and relive these moments through these photographs. -
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Lynn Sent on 03/18/2024
!!!!!!!!look no further pick Henry!!!!!!
I was very picky about finding my photographer. Something unique about Henry attracted me to send the very first inquiry email. And I’m so glad I did. Early in our wedding planning I was hoping to find someone who is creative and supportive of my vision, able to turn my vision into a memorable experience and photos that I could look back and relive those experiences years after. I’m so lucky to find Henry and he definitely exceeded my expectations.
In the early process, I had trouble finding the location. Henry took the time to listen to me and asked me about my vision, then gave me suggestions as well as his reasoning behind it. Never in a million years I think I would go to New Zealand to get married there(one of the two locations that Henry suggested). But that was the best choice I made. It was a perfect location for my dream wedding. He provided so many resources throughout the process. He Periodically followed up with us to make sure things were moving in the right direction. My husband and myself are the definition of procrastinator so this is extremely helpful. Because we had multiple meetings and many emails back and forth, it really helped us to bond with Henry and feel relaxed on our wedding day. My husband always smiles awkwardly in front of the camera and turns into someone else but somehow Henry was able to capture his true genuine smile! My husband who normally hates taking photos told me he actually had a lot of fun and really enjoyed the time. We both felt that he is not just a photographer we hire. He is our friend.
When we saw the sneak peaks, it exceeded our expectations. Besides the photos, Henry is a great human being. He surprised us multiple times with his thoughtfulness. One in particular, the day before our adventure day to Milford sound. He did location scouting and found out that the tunnel closed at 8PM. He saved us from getting stuck there and made sure our day went smoothly.
Henry’s passion for photography definitely reflects on his work. He creates art not just photos. Henry himself is cheerful, thoughtful, and a very warm person. I would recommend him 10000%. You will not regret your decision!!!! -
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Victoria Sent on 01/30/2024Truly the best
Henry is top tier! We feel so lucky to have got to work with him for our elopement. My husband and I are not the type that like being the center of attention. We wanted to get married and have it feel special and be in the moment. I found Henry on Instagram and knew he was who I wanted to work with, his art is unmatched! Henry is so much more than a photographer. He helped us choose a location and an Airbnb. Gave us recommendations for flowers, officiants, hair and makeup. He was pretty much our wedding coordinator ;) When the day finally came Henry had done his research on the location. He went to check out the spot for the ceremony before we met for the day. He was checking the tide and keeping an eye on the weather. He was super flexible when we voiced our concerns for staying as dry as possible for the ceremony. He was totally fine with switching up the plan due to the weather. At the end of the day when we said our goodbyes my husband and I couldn’t stop talking about how much fun we had and how amazing of a person Henry is! It felt like hanging out with a friend all day. Like I said we both don’t love being the center of attention, we never felt awkward during our photos being taken Henry made us feel so comfortable and made it so easy to be in the moment and enjoy our day!
Trust me, you will not regret working with Henry! He sent us sneak peaks a day after our elopement. It wasn’t just a few photos, he sent us 80!! On top of a few fun GIFs. It was so special to receive some photos so fast and also reassure our decision to work with Henry. The photos were mind blowing. We have received SO many compliments, they are simply perfection. I truly can’t recommend Henry enough!! -
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Marisa C. Sent on 09/08/2023
Amazing elopement with Henry!
Holy cow! Our elopement was magical and it truly was a once in a lifetime experience, all thanks to Henry. My partner and I are introverted people who struggle to open up to new people and we were instantly put at ease whenever talking to Henry. He made us feel like we were besties from the start. Henry did all of this and beyond.
This lovely human being is by far the most amazing person you'll ever have photographing your wedding/engagement/whatever else you might be searching for. Please don't hesitate on him, it will be so worth it and you will fall in love with him and his work just as we have!
We had originally planned to hike to Tolmie Peak but I had two leg injuries the previous months. We had told Henry of this in one of our zoom calls, and he said we can work with whatever comes our way. Upon arriving at Mt. Rainier, my husband and I tried hiking a few small trails with a decent elevation and came to the realization that I was not capable of doing the planned Tolmie Peak hike. After telling Henry, he called right away and helped me feel so much better and said he had alternative locations that we could do. He immediately worked out a new timeline and we can’t thank him enough for being so flexible and just remarkable. Those alternative locations were so incredibly special and I can’t imagine our day being anywhere else.
Our time with Henry was so special. We wouldn’t have changed a single thing. It was everything we dreamed of and more.
This review has been one of the hardest things for us to write because of the difficulty of capturing how amazing our time was with Henry. If you need more evidence than his photos just read any of these reviews that speak to Henry’s work. -
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Lauren J. Sent on 11/30/2023
1000 out of 10 recommend the legend that is Henry Tieu
So thankful to have had this experience with Henry, I always find it hard as a photographer to hire someone else to take my photos + since I don't like to be in front of the camera I tend to be kind of difficult, but Henry made it so easy for us to just be as we were in that moment. He traveled up the mountain with us to get exactly what we wanted as the backdrop to capture "us" and what we love. I am so excited that we were able to get some updated memories of us done, 6 years overdo, and couldn't have chosen anyone better to spend a day adventuring with :) -
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Jerred M. Sent on 10/31/2023
Amazing Elopement Pictures!!
We loved working with Henry for our 7 year renewal of vows elopement photo shoot and adventure. Before Henry we were undecided on where we should go and how we would even start going about having our photoshoot. Henry provided us with a bunch of different awesome places we could try, and provided detail about locations and times of year that were best for each location. He really has a lot of inside knowledge about spots that will be busy and private at different times of the year and also knows a lot of secret places for amazing pictures.
We were nervous going into the process because of the cost, but after meeting with Henry several times on zoom we had a great idea of what we could expect from the process and we were excitedly awaiting our trip abroad several months later.
The day of was awesome. Henry was extremely nice and is a master of what he does. We took some very difficult photos with very little room for error and Henry nailed them. His artistic view is amazing, but you can already see that if you just look at his Instagram account (which I recommend doing). He thought ahead and brought a some props and hand warmers to keep us comfortable throughout the shoot. He gave my wife plenty of breaks to get warm since we were in a very cold environment.
We're awaiting the final photos now, but here are a few sneak peeks that Henry has already sent us. His pictures are amazing. He also does drone work which can get some crazy pictures you wouldn't normally be able to get.
Overall our experience with Henry was amazing and totally worth the money. Henry is also just personally an awesome person and I wouldn't mind hanging out with him again if our paths meet.... thanks a bunch Henry!!!! :) -
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Starling S. Sent on 11/11/2023Exceptional Vow Renewal with Henry
I cannot express enough how wonderful it was to work with Henry for our 7th-year vow renewal, also serving as our delayed wedding ceremony. I had envisioned our big day in various ways, and I wouldn't have it any other way than how Henry made it. If we were to renew our vows again, I would choose him once more in a heartbeat.
From the moment we met, he radiated warmth and patience that immediately put us at ease. It was as if we've known him forever, making the entire experience even more special. From selecting the perfect locations to meticulously planning the day, Henry was there every step of the way.
Henry has a remarkable ability to understand and fulfill his clients' needs. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable about his craft, but his intuitive talent for capturing the essence of special moments and showcasing the beauty of human presence within nature, making him truly exceptional.
This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and Henry ensured that it became a cherished memory for us. He has a rare gift for making every moment special, and we are forever grateful for his incredible work! -
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Lexi A. Sent on 10/22/2023
Best decision!
We are from Georgia and knew we wanted to get married in the PNW. We were initially thinking about Mt. Rainier but during our first conversation with Henry, he recommended a different location with much shorter hiking. We immediately felt like he was listening and wanted to help make our elopement perfect. And perfect is an understatement. Other than his immaculate work, Henry is the greatest hype man and encourager. Given that it was just my wife and I who were there and we both wanted a first look, Henry helped both of us get into our dresses and even helped put on skin tape. We had a small snafu of forgetting our bouquets at our Airbnb, but Henry was so patient and talked with us through the realization.
And the photos, are you kidding me? Henry got us sneak peeks the day following our elopement and I have not stopped looking at them since. I cannot begin to describe the overwhelming joy these pictures give me. As someone who was not sure that my love could ever be celebrated, Henry made sure to capture everything wonderful about my love. Every single person who I have shown the pictures to has had the same reaction - in just complete awe. Several have even stated they want to get married again just so they could work with Henry.
I would recommend Henry to anybody and everybody who is considering working with him. It was the best decision I ever made (other than marrying my wife)! -
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Quinn E. Sent on 03/10/2024Henry is a true visionary and a beautiful soul
Early in our engagement my wife and I set out our list of priorities and found that we truly just wanted to have a clip of time dedicated to embracing our connection as we made our vows. It was important to both of us to keep our ceremony intimate but to still have it reflect the abundance of joy, laughter, and hope we that we each represented to each other.
Henry took this vision and turned it into fine art. He was the true champion leading up to, on the day of, and somehow even after our wedding. He surprised us time and time again with his thoughtfulness. He kept referrals and links at the ready any time we got stuck in our planning, worked like a vanishing magician during the ceremony, and managed to become a heartfelt friend in the end.
All in all, if I could give a higher rating on this review I would. As a disabled individual Henry never once othered me. A feat that is not easy when trying to speak with someone who struggles to maintain eye contact with new people or who is trying to traverse a sandy beach with a walker.
Beyond just the breathtaking photos that are absolutely still motion art at its finest, Henry himself is warm, thoughtful, and a pure joy. Both he and his work are priceless. -
Morgan P. Sent on 11/10/2023
Truly the best day
We’ve started to write this review a handful of times and then find ourselves stuck & speechless. We wanted to find the right words to describe how grateful and in awe we are from our whole experience with Sergio. We had plans, we had a location, we had a vision in mind of what our day would look like & all of that changed when the weather forecast was showing heavy rain all day. When we weren’t feeling so optimistic, Sergio was for us. Sergio was our calm when everything felt so chaotic. Even when it was raining sideways, when our trucks were shaking from the wind, we were soaking wet, our dogs were soaking wet, through all of it, Sergio was as able to guide us and create his magic that day. He trusted us when we said we didn’t want to share our vows at our first location and trusted us when we told him we had a second location in mind. When we arrived, he dove right in to explore the area for us. We may not have had a day that was actually planned but we did have a day that ended up being more memorable and magical than we could have imagined & we can’t thank Sergio enough for being a part of that. He captured such special moments that we didn’t even realize were so special to us until we saw the photos. A lot of people I know have looked back at their wedding day and wanted to change certain things and I think it is an amazing feeling to say we truly wouldn’t change a single thing & Sergio is the reason for that. -
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Karen A. Sent on 10/09/2023Our Magical Dolomites Wedding
As an elopement photographer myself, I was very picky & had high expectations when deciding who we wanted as our photographer. Henry was a no brainer for his amazing artistry, passion for photography, & expert knowledge. I needed someone who understood our vision & could bring it to life. Henry always believed in what we envisioned & was there to let us know it was 100% possible when most struggled to see the dream. We had some poor weather predictions but Henry worked with us & our wedding planner to change plans super last minute to ensure we had the amazing wedding we planned for. I wish I could relive that day over & over because it was just that perfect. Throughout the day you could see the excitement & joy Henry has for what he does. The photos are breathtaking. Anyone we show them to responds immediately with a jaw drop. Our photos perfectly captured the magic of our day & opening our gallery takes me back to how special it felt that day. We’ll forever cherish the photos Henry created for us. -
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Hailey R. Sent on 10/01/2023UNREAL. 13/10 recommend ✨
If you’re looking for someone to photograph your elopement, look no further, you’ve found it. I can confidently say you can rest easy knowing you chose Henry Tieu Photography. My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Sergio for our Yosemite elopement this past week. From the moment we got on our initial FaceTime meeting with Sergio, we felt at ease. He did a fantastic job learning about us as a couple, rather than just treating us like a business transaction. The whole process was absolutely seamless from start to finish. Although we live in California we were saving the beauty of Yosemite NP for our wedding day. Sergio was SO extremely helpful with providing us lists of housing, hair vendors, makeup vendors, food vendors, you name it. We found out a few months prior that our chosen ceremony location couldn’t accommodate our guest list. Sergio was so quick to send us other options. Which in turn worked out better than our original plan ❤️ about a month out he had a whole timeline written out for our wedding day. I can’t stress how much of a relief this was. Not to mention the stress it took off of us, knowing exactly what our day would look like from start to finish. It makes it much easier to coordinate a timeline for your friends & family if they are joining. The day of flew by like a flash. We went from camera shy to identifying as models ✨😂 Sergio felt like so much more than just a photographer. He was a friend. We felt so incredibly comfortable working with him. For people who are virtually never in front of the camera (zero social media) I couldn’t help but feel we looked the same in every photo. I’ll go ahead and be the first to tell you, IGNORE THIS FEELING. We got our sneak peeks a few days back, and when I tell you I was absolutely floored. The photos are beyond incredible. GORGEOUS. Something you would see on the cover of a magazine. I don’t think I’ve looked away since we opened the email. We could not be more thankful that we chose Sergio to capture our wedding day. We truly owe this man our life. So again, THANK YOU SERGIO! The photos speak for themselves! 😍 -
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Andrew W. Sent on 10/04/2023The BEST in the Business
Henry is an absolute master of his craft. My wife and I were lucky enough to have Henry photograph our day in Switzerland and it could not have been more perfect!! Our photos were OTHERWORLDLY!!! It was such a huge project to plan a day all the way across the world and Henry made us feel like everything was completely under control from the first phone call. We felt so comfortable in his ability to bring the craziness we had in our heads into reality— and Henry delivered in every conceivable way possible. He was prepared with backup locations (which we used plan C because of weather), had detailed plans in every scenario, and was just so on top of everything. Add to it all that Henry is an absolutely AMAZING human, his genuine excitement and care for us was so above and beyond any photographer. Not only did we get everything we ever wanted in our day with Henry but we gained a true friend. There are a lot of talented photographers our there but Henry and his business are in a category far above the others, there is nobody else on the planet I would trust with such an important day. Thank you SO much, Henry, we love you!!!! -
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Katie T. Sent on 09/25/2023
Incredible Photographer
When we finally decided that a traditional wedding was not for us, we came across Henry Tieu Photography and were blown away by the incredible images depicting couples having the most amazing adventures. We knew that was exactly what we wanted! We decided that we would like to elope in a place that we had never been before, which of course comes with a whole host of challenges. From our first online meeting with Sergio he was kind, warm, and really wanted to get to know us as a couple. He helped us plan our whole day with multiple beautiful locations and gave us suggestions for vendors as well. On the day of the wedding he made us feel very relaxed which allowed us to truly enjoy the moment and marvel at our beautiful surroundings. We're astounded by the gorgeous images he was able to create of such an amazing day. Thank you SO much for not only capturing this day for us, but for all your help in coordinating and for helping us to relax and take it all in! -
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Taylor R. Sent on 09/17/2023
The Best Decision You Will Ever Make
Working with Sergio from henrysdiary was UNBELIEVABLE! First, let's discuss how incredible of a human he is. His energy is genuine, intentional, and caring. It made the process leading up to the wedding, along with the day itself so easy to be ourselves. Now let's talk about his photography! It is INCREDIBLE!!
As a fellow photographer, I must say it would be a dream to produce a fraction of the magic Sergio was able to create for us. His talent is SPECIAL. I would recommend anyone to work with Sergio and Henry 100 times out of a 100. Best decision we could have made. -
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Casey H. Sent on 09/14/2023Awesome Experience
Henry and Sergio are both amazing photographers. Sergio made us both feel comfortable eloping, especially since we were coming from out of state so figuring out a location was a challenge we were relieved to have off our shoulders. Sergio made the process seamless from start to finish. The photos were a blast to take and they came out absolutely gorgeous. If you want something unique and not typical posed wedding photos, please book them :) -
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Todd R. Sent on 02/07/2024Henry - the man, the myth, the legend!
Henry is the absolute G.O.A.T! His photography is truly the best in the adventure elopement photography business. And he is one of the most down to earth and authentic people we have ever met. As someone with extremely high standards, Henry delivered! From our initial Zoom call, to planning and to communication, to day-of vibes and execution, to the sneak peaks and final gallery, Henry crushed it all. If we could elope again, we would absolutely book Henry again.
I 100% recommend Henry Tieu for as your elopement photographer.
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