John Arcara Photography Reviews
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Brittany Sent on 02/15/20255 out of 5 rating5.0-
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Excellent Wedding Photographer!
John was a great wedding photographer, he was easy going, creative and willing to make our vision come to life. He shoots quickly so you don't feel posed for awkward amounts of time. -
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Diana Sent on 02/02/20255 out of 5 rating5.0-
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The Arcara Photography services are excellent and very professional, prompt, and courteous.
Arcara photography it was a great decision, is the only company that will work with! -
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Lauren Sent on 07/07/20245 out of 5 rating5.0
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John is the best!
John should be your first and only choice for a photographer! We absolutely loved working with John! He captured all our special moments from the engagement photo shot to the day of our wedding. We immediately felt comfortable with him which helped a lot to make our photos look more natural. He is extremely talented. We had the pleasure of having Manny as our second photographer and he did an awesome job. They worked together well. They were so easy to work with and we had a lot of fun with them! They did an amazing job with the photos and we received so many compliments on them. -
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Erica Sent on 10/17/20235 out of 5 rating5.0
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John is best in business
My husband and I were part of wedding parties in the past that worked with John. When it came time to book our wedding vendors - I didn’t look any further. Our wedding was an Arcara reunion in the best way! I truly cannot say enough about John Arcara and his team. His work is nothing short of amazing. John makes you feel comfortable and beautiful. He has a way of making you forget that you are posing in photos and you end up just having so much fun! John worked with our venue before and ran the day as efficient as possible getting us in the perfect spots. It can certainly be a challenge with large wedding parties like ours. Chris worked with John and is also so professional and so talented (with also great humor). I highly recommend this business. -
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The Magician of Wedding Photographers
My Husband and I just received our weddings from John and Lovina Arcara and to say we are THRILLED with them is an understatement (More like in LOVE). John is not just another wedding photographer. He makes you feel comfortable, lightens the wedding day mood with his Great personality and can turn any chaotic wedding party photo into a MASTER Piece. My Grandmother also can't stop talking about how great he and how much she loved him! My husband and I are so happy we chose John Arcara Photography for our big day!! :) -
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Toni Sent on 12/27/20195 out of 5 rating5.0
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Highly Recommend!
John Arcara, Rich, and Mark Conte were quite the photographers/filmmakers. The three together did not miss a thing at my daughter, Rachael, and her new husband, Adam’s, wedding (6-16-19). They made us all feel relaxed and made every part of the photography aspect go seamless. Every person’s pictures came out perfect. One photo is more gorgeous than the next! Not sure how they are going to be able to select her favorites for her photo album. I would recommend John Arcara for any event! Thank you for making our daughter’s wedding so magical. -
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Jessica Sent on 12/12/20195 out of 5 rating5.0
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Beautiful Photos!
I loved working with John and his team, including his daughter! They did a fabulous job and our photos are gorgeous! John is very friendly and easy-going which is great when dealing with wedding stress. John has great ideas for different shots and backgrounds and I think a lot of our pictures are very unique and creative. He and his team also captured amazing candid shots of my husband and I laughing and those are some of my favorite shots! -
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Samantha Sent on 11/22/20195 out of 5 rating5.0
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The best!
My husband & I met with a few photographers before we met John. Once we met with John we knew he was our guy!! His work is amazing it speaks for itself. We felt so comfortable with him. His team has been nothing short of amazing the few pictures we saw the day of the wedding were breathtaking we cannot wait to see the finished product & album!! Don't look anywhere else if you want the BEST!! It's one IMPORTANT day that flies by & you will always have your memories & pictures to last a lifetime. Hire JohnArcaraPhotography!!!! -
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Stephanie Sent on 08/08/20195 out of 5 rating5.0-
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Delivered exactly what we wanted!
John Arcara and his team of photographers were incredible in recording our Wedding Day. They were so easy to work with and planned ahead for all of the shots that we knew we wanted included during the day. They were unobtrusive and were able to capture everything we wanted about our special day with our family and friends. They made us feel special and look amazing. They captured all of the perfect scenes and backgrounds we could have asked for at our venue, the Mill. It was totally worth it to make sure we had all of the memories captured and the shots they took of us and our party were unbelievable. Their personalities were not overbearing and they constantly asked us how we felt and gave easy to follow instructions. We would absolutely recommend having John Arcara Photography capture your special day! -
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Lindsay Sent on 07/17/20185 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara is the best in the business! From the moment he arrived on the wedding day, I felt so at ease. He put a smile on everyone's face, even when there were some stressful moments! He knew every great spot at our venue to capture a great photo and truly made our day so easy. The pictures are beyond beautiful. We can't thank John and his team enough! -
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Christina Sent on 10/17/20175 out of 5 rating5.0
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What a blessing it was to have John and his team capturing our engagement/wedding. He made the process so easy, comfortable and fun. He has the best energy that is contagious and so helpful. He made me feel so special. He knew all the right places for pictures, also open to anything I suggested too. I had a big bridal party w/different personalities and he handled all of us swiftly and effortlessly. During the reception you barely even knew his team was around, allowing us to be natural and enjoy our night, which are the best shots. He really gets in there, I laugh because in one video he is in, John reminded me of a gun slinger, cameras hanging all over him and using one camera, dropping it and with lightening speed grabbing another. Our SDE was so beautiful, along with all of the photos from the day/night showing on the screens during the reception. John knows what he is doing and is so passionate that he inspires you!! BEST decision I made having him manage one of the most important parts of the wedding. -
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Maryjane Sent on 08/29/20175 out of 5 rating5.0
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Best decision we could have made choosing John Arcara, from the minute I met him I knew he would be perfect and he was. At the wedding I didn't know he was there, which is a good thing. He was every where, but very discreet. I have a daughter with Down's Syndrome, she isn't easy to photograph, she closes her eyes when she tries to smile. He took some of the best pictures I have of her. He made everyone feel relaxed and the pictures reflect that. He covered every aspect of the wedding from start to finish, didn't miss a thing!! A true professional! -
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Arielle Sent on 03/17/20175 out of 5 rating5.0-
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John is seriously the best!! We initially had a different photographer, but didn't click with the first person, so we found John through our venue and I am SO happy we did! My husband and I instantly clicked with John; his creative nature and outgoing personality makes him so easy to get along with. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day, he always had different poses and direction for us, all the while making us laugh and smile. He was always available to us, and even took the time to speak to my mom about a few questions she had - but I always knew I could text or email him and he would get back to me ASAP. We also had our wedding video done by John's company, and it turned out amazing! Both the short and long videos are perfect; and when I had a small request to add in a couple of extra moments to our long video, John made it happen. Overall I would (and will) highly recommend John Arcara Photography to anyone and everyone!! Thank you so much for capturing our perfect day John!! -
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Jenna Sent on 02/20/20175 out of 5 rating5.0
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We could not be happier that we chose to use John to capture our wedding day! Photography was one of the most difficult vendors to choose because we felt like we weren't comparing apples to apples when looking at one vendor vs. another. The price, number of photographers, number of hours, album prices etc. were to all be considered. John checked off every box on paper but after we met with him, we were further sold! His upbeat personality is infectious and he is even more talented! We had never taken professional photos before and were a little anxious before taking our engagement photos. John made us laugh throughout the entire shoot and every photo is more beautiful than the next! During our wedding, he had that same upbeat personality and made everyone feel so comfortable in front of the camera. It was comforting that he had worked at our venue, Bonnet Island Estate, many times before. Thanks to his knowledge of the estate and property we were able to take our photos rather quickly so we could enjoy our special night. We are still waiting to see our video, which I know will be amazing as the photos he took are stunning! John and his team will not disappoint! We would highly recommend him to any couple looking for gorgeous photos to forever treasure! -
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Steve Sent on 01/11/20175 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara went above and beyond for our engagement session and wedding photography. He knows what he's doing and is the consummate professional when it comes to his craft. His upbeat personality lends itself to getting people comfortable and smiling, especially on a busy and stressful and emotional day. He is very responsive, and has become more of a friend than a wedding vendor to us. The price tag will be higher than normal, but you get what you pay for. I couldn't recommend him highly enough. -
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Melissa Sent on 11/29/20165 out of 5 rating5.0
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If you are thinking about booking John...do it! You will regret it if you don't! -
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Danielle Sent on 09/13/20165 out of 5 rating5.0-
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Words can't express how thankful my husband and I are that we found John Arcara Photography for our special day. John made the process from the day of our first meeting throughout our entire wedding day SO easy, we did not have to worry about a thing. John did our engagement photos as well which turned out amazing, we used them for Save the Dates. Lovina, John's wife, did my boudoir session and created a "Sexy Little Bride" album that I gave my husband on the day of the wedding. She made me feel SO comfortable taking photos which I am not used to and they turned out amazing. John gave us a wedding timeline, I was asking him what time everything needed to be done, and he did not cease to amaze me with his knowledge. With any question we had, we received such a timely response and truly valued the information we were provided. The day of, John made us both feel at ease on a day that can be so overwhelming. Our Same Day Edit video captured SO much of our day, our guests were in tears watching it at the end of the night. Our photos from the day captured every detail, we could not have asked for more. He was more than a photographer/videographer and we are forever thankful! I would recommend John to anyone, anytime for any event. -
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Taylor Sent on 07/10/20165 out of 5 rating5.0
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My older brother actually recommended John. I made an appointment b/c my brother wouldn’t stop nagging me about meeting with him, however, I was completely convinced my brothers rec. would not be taken (we are 2 very different people). My mother, fiancé and I went and met John at his studio. From the moment we walked in, I was blown away. John is FULL of personality, we laughed the entire appointment. He listened to what we wanted, showed us samples, and was not pushy whatsoever. After meeting with 2 other photogs. in the area, let’s just say no one compared to John’s personality or high quality album samples and we booked him. I did have to swallow some pride when I told my older brother...
John did our engagement photos - The photos were beautiful and John made us feel comfortable / like rock stars the entire time (even though engagement photos are completely awkward to take). We got the photos back within two weeks and used them for both the save the date and the guest book at our wedding.
The week before the wedding John called me to go over everything and then sent all of my vendors an email with the timeline. My other vendors commented on how great it was and how that very few (if any) photographers are as organized as John. That made me feel confident our day would go smoothly (and it did!)
Lastly, at the wedding John went above and beyond. He has an ability to make people laugh and then is able to capture the genuine joy. He held my dress when my tipsy bridesmaids were incapable. He surprised us at the wedding with a sneak peak of the photos he’d taken that day (which everyone at the reception LOVED). Within 3 days of the wedding he’d posted over 30 BEAUTIFUL photos on Facebook. I can go on and on and on and on about all of the things John did to go above and beyond for us but this review would be a book. My husband and I are so grateful and can’t wait to see the rest of the photos as well as the video! Thank you John, Rich, and Lasha! -
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Jenna Sent on 07/10/20165 out of 5 rating5.0
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I truly cannot say enough about John Arcara and his team. From our engagement shoot to our same day edit, they have been nothing short of amazing. John makes you feel comfortable and beautiful. He has a way of making you forget that you are posing in pictures and you end up just having so much fun! The whole crew is professional and so very talented. They even had our pictures from earlier in the day up during the reception! Everyone was so impressed with their work. They managed to capture our personalities and our happiness in every shot. I can't stop watching our videos and looking at our pictures. There is no reason to look for any other crew, John Arcara is who you want with you on your special day. -
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Kristin Sent on 04/26/20165 out of 5 rating5.0
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The moment John and his team arrived the morning of my wedding, most of my nerves completely disappeared. They are true professionals and know exactly how to make a bride feel calm, beautiful and special. John managed to capture my husband and me truly as ourselves. Our photo shoot together and with our bridal party was so much fun we almost forgot about the February weather! John isn't afraid to take risks and go above and beyond to capture the perfect shots and I am so grateful to be able to look back on our pictures as a genuine reminder of how beautiful the day was. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone who wants the best of the best for one of the most important days of their lives. -
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Christina Sent on 04/14/20165 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and his crew's energy created a relaxed setting for pictures! He has a great sense of humor and his talents lies within every moment he captures! His same day editing is one of a kind! It's something we look back on and still are in amazement over his talents!! -
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Ashley Sent on 11/01/20155 out of 5 rating5.0
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Photos are incredibly important to me, so I knew I wanted to make sure our day was captured by someone who really made us feel comfortable. We knew once we walked into the studio that this was the group of people that we wanted to work with on our special day. Scott Bush was our photographer and he was incredible to work with!! He made us both feel instantly at ease and kept everything flowing so nicely on the day of the event. He was so laid back and organized and it really made everyone feel so calm and relaxed. He constantly made us feel special and had the best ideas for how to capture the moment. We really enjoyed working with him and cannot wait to see how our images turned out!! Our families were also raving about how great Scott was and how much they are looking forward to seeing the pictures as well! We would choose him again in a heartbeat and highly recommend him to anyone else that has the opportunity to work with him. -
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Jessica Sent on 09/20/20155 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara and his team are an absolute pleasure to work with. They are so easy going and have such amazing personalities. John Is phenomenal at what he does and is so passionate about his work which his pictures reflect. I couldn't be more thrilled with how they all turned out. He's amazing and I'm truly blessed to have been able to have him capture every moment of my wedding! -
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Catie Sent on 06/11/20155 out of 5 rating5.0
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There are no words. Just look at the pictures! John and his team are absolutely amazing. From the moment we walked in to talk to John and Lovina, we knew that they were the photographers we needed to make our day complete. We later found out that John's father was the photographer for my parents wedding-- FATE!
John and the team made us feel comfortable, even made me laugh while we were getting ready in the morning (which is hard to make a bride do!) Our massive bridal party was a bit of a concern- but John was able to keep everyone focused and make our pictures PERFECT. Our Big Fat Greek Beach Wedding would not have been the same without John Arcara Photography. Will be using them again soon- Just need an event! =) -
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Jody Sent on 06/02/20155 out of 5 rating5.0
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Our morning dawned bright and sunny; about an hour into the day John and his staff arrived. When looking for a vendor to take pictures at our wedding we were VERY picky. My daughter and her fiance dislike having a camera shoved into their face all day long. At first we decided to forgo having a video made; for the same reason. The idea of a videographer taking over the wedding turned our stomach. No worries with John, he comes to the event himself and sets the mood with his sense of humor. Within an hour I felt as if he were an invited guest, he was making fun of me just like my brothers do! John is a bit more expensive than others photographers we contacted but...he was worth every penny. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Arcara Photography, he doesn't disappoint and by the end of your day you'll have a brand new family member. You'll know all about John's love of shoes and his daughters obsession with Loubotins! As for his videography, PSST you won't even know he is there until you see the divine results of his passion...photography. *Just be careful with your own camera lens, if he likes it you might be looking for a new one! :) MOB -
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Stefanie Sent on 06/02/20155 out of 5 rating5.0
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UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING & FANTASTIC in every single way! When searching for my vendors I kept a lot of wedding advice in mind. One VERY IMPORTANT piece of advice I was given that I would give to EVERYONE is...when all the planning is done & the best party of your life is over, all you will have left is your memories & your photos/video. This is in my opinion one of the MOST IMPORTANT PARTS in all the planning. I heard about John Arcara Photography from a friend & could not wait to meet with them. Before I went I looked at their work & sure to say WOW. I sat down with John & knew this is it!!! There was no other photographers I wanted to work with. I looked at other wedding albums in their studio & felt like I was at those weddings! I watched a few vimeo clips & thought WOW! They captured every moment & all the little details. John is so knowledgable, passionate, & talented. John, Lovina, & each and every person on their team are PHENOMENAL beyond words. They are the nicest, most down to earth people! They made me & my now husband feel so comfortable. There was no worry what so ever. They are always readily available for their couples, & willing to help in anyway they can. You don't just get photographers & videographers you get friends! Everything we wanted we received & much much more! We also chose them as our videographers. OF COURSE, the crew was WONDERFUL! On our big day we felt like celebrities. When we look at our photos or watch our video we relive that day all over again. Mission accomplished!!!!! We get extremely emotional EVERY single time. What they captured took our breathe away! The photography we received are more then just pictures to us, they are works of art, ours,that John & his team helped us to create. They create true magic through the lens of their cameras. We can't express in words how thankful we are for the incredible job John & his team did but in this review we tried! If you want the ABSOLUTE BEST CHOOSE JOHN ARCARA!-Stef & Kurt 9/6/14 -
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Brooke Sent on 10/08/20145 out of 5 rating5.0
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WOW is the best explaination of this company. They might be on the expensive side but boy do they deliver!! They're pixtures are amazing and I am MORE then satisfied with them. Please take the time to check them out. -
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Amanda Sent on 09/15/20145 out of 5 rating5.0
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From engagement photos to the wedding day John stuck by our side the whole time. If you look at his website, his amazing photos speak for themselves so I knew I was in good hands. What impressed me the most was the interest John took in the actual planning and details of our wedding. He wasn't just our photographer but our wedding planner as well. He gave great advice and recommendations along the way for other vendors and ideas.On the day of our wedding I didn't have to worry about a thing or try and remember the kinds of pictures I wanted to take, he took charge and made sure everything was absolutely perfect. Hiring John was more than I could have asked for and money well spent! -
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Natalie Sent on 08/07/20145 out of 5 rating5.0
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Such a pleasure to work with! John and his team were so amazing!!! -
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Iris Sent on 07/28/20145 out of 5 rating5.0
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My daughter and I looked at many different photographers, John was first and none compared to him- from his personality to his gallery to his work we knew he was the one. Besides that he was into shoes and that was an immediate connection he had with my daughter! And then there was the fact that he helped her find her amazing make-up person and helped with the time line. It's really the little things. And then the wedding! Yes, it was a Thursday at an amazing venue, but afterwards what will we have but the memories and the pictures! John was amazing! He made my gorgeous daughter look stunning! And I've only seen the preliminary pictures! He was easy to work with, unobtrusive and so nice! There are not enough words to describe the accolades we are getting from these pictures so far! The only thing I would change is less time with family pictures and more fun pictures with the bride and groom and their amazing wedding party. But that was our choice! HE has some eye- Definitely worth every penny. Recommend him without a doubt!
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Rachael Sent on 06/19/20145 out of 5 rating5.0
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As a couple that paid for their own wedding, we were VERY conscious of where we spent our money. Photo and Video was one place that we knew was important so we did extensive research before choosing John Arcara Photography/ Videography. We knew they did incredible work, but what we did not expect was the amount of time and energy they put in to making our wedding day PERFECT. The team was genuine and personable, they took our nervous energy and turned it into a fun, relaxed environment. They came dressed to perfection and carried themselves throughout the entire night with nothing but professionalism. Matt put together a same day edit that captured our day and wowed our guests, they brought an energy and talent to our wedding that I would have spent any amount of money for. I highly, highly recommend their services! -
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John Arcara is absolutely the best photographer! We loved working with him and would 100% recommend him to any bride and groom. He not only has amazing ideas but is such a pleasure to work with. He is incredible at what he does, our wedding pictures were amazing! Its so hard to choose which ones are our favorite because we loved them all! On our wedding day he made us feel so comfortable and made taking pictures fun, he also was great at directing the bridal party and family pictures. He had such wonderful ideas. We cannot wait to get our album! My husband and I loved working with John Arcara and his team, and look forward to working with him again when we have a baby! -
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My husband and I cannot thank John Arcara enough for capturing our wedding day. We knew we wanted John as our photographer from the moment we met him. His passion and enthusiasm is contagious and his pictures are absolutely incredible! He is so easy to work with and a true professional in every sense of the word. He has a true gift in putting people at ease and making them feel so beautiful/special in front of the camera. John went above and beyond and set up a slide show during our reception – our guests are still talking about it! We are so appreciative and cannot wait to see the rest of our photos! John Arcara Photography is simply the best!
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Grace Sent on 11/19/20135 out of 5 rating5.0
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Our wedding was awhile ago, but when I think back of our wedding. My mind fills with a collage of photos captured by John and Lovina. I'm so thankful that they were able to come to our destination wedding in Aruba for a week, and shoot our wedding in his unique, artistic, photo journalistic style. I can show friends and family that could not make it to our DW our pictures, and they can feel like they were there! It's a forever living documentary of one of the greatest events in our lives! It was my favorite part of the wedding week. They both have such vibrant, fun, energetic personalities, which gets everyone in a good mood, and ready for pics. It shows that they love their work, felt like he cared about details just as much as I did!! They will forever be like a special part of our family. I cannot say enough about John Arcara Photography... Exceeded our expectations in every way. Made us feel and look like beautiful celebrities. Don't hesitate in hiring these exceptional professionals, you will have photos that u will never get tired of looking through. -
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Cristina Sent on 11/18/20135 out of 5 rating5.0
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I knew I wanted John to photograph my wedding when I saw him in action at my now sister-in laws wedding before my husband and I were even engaged!! Over a year later and John did not disappoint my husband and I at our October 19th wedding. Not only are he and his wife, Lovina, extremely talented but they're professional and so down to earth!! They're the type of couple you want in your group of friends. John has such an awesome personality it turns the "wedding photo" experience into something you don't want to end. His energy is contagious and he gets the job in a timely manner. During our wedding, John actually had a slide show of all of the pictures he took playing and everyone could not stop commenting on how gorgeous every photo was - I can't wait to see them!! John and Lovina are THE BEST in the industry and I would recommend them to anyone!! -
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Heather Sent on 11/18/20135 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara is phenomenal! My husband and I met with him more than a year before our wedding and immediately we decided he was the photographer for us! His laid back approach to photography creates such a comfortable environment for picture taking. His passion and excitement for photography shines through in his work. Throughout the planning process he would respond immediately to any of my questions no matter how ridiculous along the way. One of the most amazing features about his photography at our wedding is that no one even knew he was there! Also, he had pictured ready to view on social media as well as at the venue on a screen for guests to enjoy. John Arcara was truly the best decision I made in terms of vendors for my wedding and I highly recommend him to anyone who is in the olanning process! -
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I can't thank John enough for my beautiful wedding photos. I haven't even seen them all but my family, friends and I are so impressed. I'm suggesting him to everyone. He was amazing and so fun on our day. -
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John, Lovina, and their whole team did such an amazing job capturing our wedding day. They were so easy to work with and made the day even more fun. From the engagement pictures to the wedding day pictures everything came out better then we expected. It was so nice being able to see some of our pictures during the reception; it was truly a nice touch. We loved our wedding pictures and are so excited to see our album and video. I highly recommend John Arcara he does the very best job!! -
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Kim Sent on 10/03/20135 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara and Matt were the photographers at our wedding and they were aces. John is not your typical wedding photographer--he did not make us stand in ridiculously awkward poses; instead he was always working, always thinking, always creating and capturing the best moments as they happened. Initially our draw to John was byway of the personal recommendation of two friends and upon seeing his work we knew we needed John to shoot our wedding. His prices are completely reflective of the work he produces and our justification was that we were spending all this time and money planning a wedding, so we needed the best photographer to capture it because the photos would be the only thing left with after the wedding. John is a true visionary and a true professional. He was mindful of time and made it a point for me and my husband to be as present as possible during the wedding. He works efficiently and effectively and he has a wonderful ability to put anyone at ease in order to get the best shot possible. Amazing work, amazing person, great family. I would absolutely recommend John to anyone--in fact, I think it would be risky to shoot with anyone else. -
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John Arcara is absolutely amazing!!! Not only were the photographs from our wedding absolutely gorgeous but it was a pleasure to work with John! His energy and enthusiasm are contagious! We could not have asked for a better photographer for our BIG day. I would highly recommend John Arcara photography to everyone! -
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If you are trying to decide on a photographer DON'T look any further! John Arcara Photography is by far one of the BEST choices we made for our wedding. We had both John & Lovina and they were beyond amazing. I normally hate getting my picture taken but John & Lovina made it so easy and FUN! They make you feel as if you are part of the family! They are worth every penny and you WON'T find anyone who is better than them! -
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One word.....AWESOME. PROFESSIONAL. PUNCTUAL PRECISE CREATIVE FUN okay, so I couldn't keep it to one word.... If you want your photos done right, call John Arcara Photography. You'll be glad you did. I was. -
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Jennifer Sent on 07/18/20135 out of 5 rating5.0
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We had both John & Lovina photograph our wedding and I can't even put into words how wonderful they are. There is NO ONE better! Not only do they make you completely relaxed on your wedding day, but they are AWESOME to be around. I am so upset with my wedding video and I contacted John to fix it. I wish I had them do it from the start. John and Lovina are absolutely passionate in everything they do. Brides, THEY ARE WORTH EVERY PENNY and I can tell you one thing...you won't be disappointed! -
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John Arcara is a truly amazing photographer. Our wedding pictures are absolutely perfect and capture just how special the day was for us. The video fusion is incredible, and we still never get tired of watching it! I would highly recommend John Arcara! -
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From start to finish our experience was wonderful with John Arcara Photography! We mainly worked with John, who is upbeat, personable, and very easy to work with. We did an engagement session, which was laid back and not at all intimidating, and the pictures came out great! I definitely would suggest it to any bride to do an engagement shoot prior to the wedding so that you can have some practice being photographed and also it's more opportunity to get to know your photographer. John called me the week of the wedding to go over all last minute details. On the day of the wedding, John and his assistant were amazing. They mostly blended into the background, were not at all obtrusive, and made everyone feel at ease. John has a great personality, and that was so important to Mike and I to really like our vendors, since you spend a good portion of your day with them. During the reception, John had his computer set up on a table with a slideshow of photos taken earlier and there was a selection of photos posted the same day on facebook. We received our proofs within 2 months. We loved all our photos!! About a month ago we received our Fine Art Book. We LOVE it!! Everyone who sees it can't believe how amazing the photos are, and the book itself is beautiful. The pictures are so clear and crisp. This book was at the high end of books to choose from, but we feel it's well worth it. We also appreciated the professionalism from John and Lovina throughout the entire process.
You can truly see how much John loves photographing weddings, and that was a large part as to why we choose him as well. We met with a few other photographers who had beautiful work, but we didn't feel the same enthusiasm as we felt from meeting John. I can't imagine anyone being disappointed when hiring John Arcara Photography. -
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Shana Sent on 03/01/20135 out of 5 rating5.0
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Our wedding was way back in May so I'm a little late with this review! In short, John and Josh were amazing! From the very beginning it was clear that John Arcara is not your run of the mill cookie cutter photographer and that's exactly what we were looking for. He loves what he does and boy does it show :) He delivered on everything we asked for and honestly, the pictures are better than I could have ever imagined. I was pretty stressed getting ready (to say the least) but John kept things moving right along with a smile and that helped a lot. My 2 neices were the flower girls and the 3 year old was totally not into her job in the beginning BUT as soon as John showed up her mood changed instantly -- she turned into a ham!! He's REALLY great with kids and we could not have been happier with his services. -
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You're crazy if you don't get John and Lovina to photograph your wedding! My husband and I aren't the most photogenic people in the world, but they made us look like we should be on the cover of Vogue. My husband said he has never seen someone (John) so good at organizing crazy people (his family) all while keeping everyone happy. I can't wait to see the rest of our photos! -
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John Arcara is one of a kind. He's unique, genuine, friendly and most of all... amazing at what he does. He has the innate ability to bring out the most candid of laughs in the bridal party while allowing you the ability to relax and take in the atmosphere of your day. John provided engagement photos with our package and we couldn't have been happier with the results of that shoot. When it came to the big day... he was a professional in every meaning of the word. He took on every responsibility before the ceremony began, coordinating with our videographer and moving us from location to location without us feeling the least bit rushed for pressured. John is a friend and we can not recommend John Arcara Photography enough. My husband is a DJ in the industry and has worked with many photographers in his 14+ years... for him to recommend John spoke volumes and I absolutely understand what he sees in him. We are proud to say we selected John Arcara Photography and YOU SHOULD TOO! -
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I'm not sure I can even put into words how amazing Jon and Lovina are!!! Not only are they the best in class at what they do but they are wonderful to be around!! My husband hates pictures but by the end of the day he was striking poses for the camera!! All the images are beautiful , From our engagement photos to our same day edit. I don't know how we will pic photos for the album cause they are all so good!! -
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Kathleen Sent on 11/18/20125 out of 5 rating5.0
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john and lovina are the most talented photographers u know. everytime i look at my wedding pictures i get to relive that day. couldnt ask for more amazing photos. -
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Johanna Sent on 10/14/20125 out of 5 rating5.0
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Shhhhh, don't tell our other vendors but, JOHN WAS OUR FAVORITE!!!! We absolutely loved working with John and though we don't have our pictures yet, we already know 100% that we will love them. We booked John for several services - an engagement shoot with video, and then photography the day of the wedding with Fusion Film, his cool blend of video and photos set to music. John's second photographer Josh made our video from the engagement shoot and we played it as part of our entrance to the reception. This was super fun and we got great comments from family and friends about this cool way to make the entrance more personalized and special. John also put together a guestbook from our engagement photos that guests loved signing at the wedding.
On the day of the wedding, taking pictures was one of the best parts of the day. Beyond John's talent for photography, which is clearly obvious through his photos, he is also extremely skilled at making people feel at ease and comfortable while taking pictures. This is so important during a huge important event like a wedding when everyone is stressed and excited. His skill at this part of his work took all the chore part out of taking pictures and made for some of the most fun and romantic parts of the day. This is awesome because when I see our pictures what I will be able to remember is how much fun it was to take them and spend those few special minutes with Matt, my husband. I feel bad when people say that they didn't enjoy taking pictures, or it was a pain, or the photographer threw a tantrum, because we could not have asked for anything more perfect than having John and Josh as our photographers.
I 100% recommend John Arcara Photography to anyone looking for an awesome, fun photographer. Without a doubt the BEST wedding vendor decision we made!!! Thank you John and Josh!!! -
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THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHER IN THE STATE OF NJ!!! John and his wife Lovina are unbelievable...and they just added the same day edit which came out great!! Anyone who doesnt choose John Arcara is crazy!!! -
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I would recommend John Arcara to anyone getting married. Not only is he an amazing, talented photographer, but he is such a pleasure to work with. He was always very responsive and I could not believe how quickly we had our photos. He even posted a sneak peak on Facebook as the reception was going on! Any bride would be privileged to have him as her wedding photographer. -
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John, Lovina, and crew are awesome! I don't even know where to begin with how happy we are with their services! Our Engagement and Wedding pictures are everything that we could have imagined! Johns eye for finding the perfect photo op/idea is insane! Not only does he make you feel completely comfortable, but he is a BLAST to have around! We had so much fun shooting with him and will definitely be in touch in the future for a rockstar maternity/baby photo shoot! Thanks you guys!!! -
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What can I say about John & Lovina Arcara of John Arcara Photography. I dont think there will be enough room in this comment space. Besides being one of the most amazing couples I know, their work is by far the best I have ever seen. Having John & Lovina capture every moment of our amazing day was the best decision we have made for this entire wedding. Their work will just blow you away, it is nothing less than gorgeous. Plain and simple, they are amazing and so much more and definitely have to meet with them because the minute you do, you will fall in love with this beautiful couple, we did. Thank you John and Lovina for being......YOU! XOXOXO -
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John's talent is truly one of a kind. Our breathtaking album is a testament to his unbelievable craft. Even after a year, we are still complimented on our wedding photos. He made us feel so relaxed and comfortable on that perfect day. You would be crazy not to choose John Arcara for your wedding day!! -
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John Arcara is amazing - simply put. He makes you feel so comfortable, is so talented and uses the BEST equipment. On top of that he is a great guy! We only met with one photographer him - and hired him on the spot. We have gotten so many compliments on how beautiful our pictures are and people have only seen a few as we recently got married. He had pics that night on facebook for people to see and included us on his blog which we emailed to the world. Lovina and John are responsive and so easy to work with. John also recommended my hair and makeup salon hot mess in asbury who also did an outstanding job and made the day fun. Your pictures are what you have after the wedding is over -- your photographer is one of the most important decisions to make, I strongly strongly recommend John. -
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From the day we set foot in John Arcara's studio the weekend of the Red Bank Wedding Walk, we knew we had to book him. We were greeted by his lovely wife Lovina, whose upbeat personality and passion for photography made us fall in love with the place. We met with John the following week and knew he was perfect for us.
Photography was very important to both of us, but it was most imperative that I found someone my husband would feel comfortable around. He is not into pictures and any friend's wedding he's been in, he's dreaded walking around posing for hours. John's style is primarily photojournalism, so he only poses you for a few quick shots and then takes a ton of really natural shots that turn out amazing. During our engagement shoot we both felt extremely at ease with him and had a really fun time. The pictures turned out beautifully, which made us even more excited about the wedding.
The day of my wedding John didn't miss a beat. He and his assistant Josh arrived on time and were shooting from the second they walked through door. We were running a bit behind since our salon took longer than anticipated, so I was worried we wouldn't have time to take pictures before the guys arrived and I didn't want to run into my husband before the ceremony. John was extremely comforting and confident that we would get plenty of pictures - which we definitely did! John's artistic eye never ceased to amaze me and he found the most unique and beautiful spots to shoot, which made it fun and exciting for all! My bridesmaids were truly having a blast and every single one of them complimented me on my choice in photographer.
My husband was also thrilled with his actions throughout the day. The groomsmen had a great time running around with John and Josh. They all felt extremely comfortable and many made comments to me about how laid back the experience was. Our family and bridal party enjoyed most of cocktail hour while we did some pictures of the two of us. With not seeing each other before the wedding, we had a limited time frame to work with before the reception. I was amazed with how many great shots John took in such little time. We even snuck in for the last 15 minutes to grab some food and a drink!
Most importantly my parents LOVED his personality and style, which meant a lot to me. The family shots were all captured, but in a way that wasn’t tedious or time consuming. We will have beautiful images from the day without feeling like anyone had to miss chunks of the party.
John is well worth the money and we HIGHLY recommend him : ). We can't wait to see our pictures!
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John Arcara is an amazing, I would reccomend him to anyone I know getting married! He is not only extremely talented but so much fun to work with. The pictures he took are so beautiful, and he captured every detail and moment of my wedding so perfectly. I would highly reccomend his fine art book, it might seem pricey but it is worth every penny. The wedding went by so fast it is so nice to have pictures that can take you right back to that day. If you want a photographer that will make you look gorgeous, and is laid back and easy to work with go with John, you will be so happy you did! -
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John Arcara Photography was without a doubt our favorite vendor. From the second I first saw John's work on his website, I knew I was very interested in meeting with him for a consultation. His pictures are full of color and full of life and are really works of art. Once my husband and I met with John, I remember we walked down the stairs of his studio and I was ready to go back up and immediately book him. There are several things that I enjoyed about working with John:
Convenience - John is easily accessible by e-mail and quickly responds to everything, from initial inquiries to random questions as your wedding approaches. He also has several cell phones and is usually on facebook. For someone who can't be on the phone during regular business hours, John is extremely easy to reach and always responds promptly. John makes you feel as if you are his only client, and both he and his wife Lovina are always able to answer questions and provide all the information you could possibly need.
Personality - John is like a big kid. He is extremely fun, nice, and easy to work with. He will make you feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera and you will have an absolute blast working with him. During my wedding, he made me feel incredibly beautiful and calm. He is very flexible and takes suggestions (i.e. different photographs you may want) and makes you feel as if your opinion is very important despite all of his talent and experience.
Pictures - John's quality of work is unlike many photographers. He does primarily photojournalism but will take posed family and bridal pictures if you'd like a few traditional ones as well. He takes very unique pictures and has an eye for immediately scouting out unique places. For example, during our engagement session at Point Pleasant, he climbed underneath a picnic table to shoot us (sitting on another table) so there was a very cool view of us.
Extras - During your wedding reception, John puts up his laptop with a bunch of pictures from the ceremony/getting ready/etc so that you and your guests can instantly see them. He also puts a sample up on facebook so you can share them immediately with friends and family. You can also schedule an engagement session with John and he can turn those pictures into a really unique guest book for your wedding. I highly recommend doing that, it was a great guest book that we will keep on display.
If you are looking for a fun photographer with an immense amount of talent and an eye for the unique, John Arcara Photography is definitely for you!
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This vendor was the easiest decision of all the wedding planning! I knew from a friend's recommendation and after viewing their portfolio & blog on their website that John & Lovina Arcara's photography was exactly what my husband and I were looking for. They are creative, and spunky, and fun and are willing to do whatever it takes to get that spontaneous, unexpected, beautiful shot! The thing that we loved most about working with John is that he has this special personality that will make you feel so comfortable and relaxed. My husband is not one to love being photographed or told what to do & how to pose. John is such a natural at making his clients feel at ease. At the end of our wedding night, my husband made it very clear that John is the most talented photographer! Our pictures came out beautiful and we can't wait to see more! He is professional, fun, punk-rock but classy. John Arcara photography was the BEST decision we made with our wedding. I plan to use them for all other special events in our future and will recommend them to all my friends! -
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There are truly not enough words to describe how exceptional John & Lovina Arcara are. In my opinion they are some of the most talented individuals in the business. From the moment we first met John we were absolutely blown away by his enthuasiasm and passion for what he does. It is clear that he truly enjoys what he does and he is brillant at it. I searched high and low for photographers and every time John's photo's always stood out in my mind. Granted he was the most expensive photographer we met with, he was worth every single penny. In this case you get what you pay for and it is absolutely quality. Leading up to our day we knew this was one vendor we did NOT have to worry about. John and Lovina were there for us through the entire process and made it so easy, they were so easy to work with and always easy to reach (they're never far from their computers).
As for the day of, all I can say is WOW and they ROCK! They were an absolute BLAST to hang out with!!!!!!!!! From the second they arrived they went right to work to get the perfect shot, they knew exactly what they were doing and had all kinds of creative ideas for different pictures that were beautiful, artistic, creative, I could go on and on to describe the pictures but they speak for themselves! They kept the mood so lighthearted and fun while getting all these great shots, whether it was running around the town near the church or at the reception they got amazing shots.
I could go on and on about how great they are but their work and their personality truly speaks for itself. I know this is one vendor we could not be any happier with and I only hope that I get to work with them again in the future because they are amazing people with an incredible personality and passion with the most fantastic pictures I've ever seen!!! -
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Second to none! Pictures were one of the most important things to me and my husband, so when it came to book a photographer we knew John was the right choice. His pictures are unique and stunning! I can't wait to see them all (we got married 4 days ago).
He is very professional, funny, and FAST. He made everyone comfortable, which on your wedding day is key. But the most important thing (and I think one of things that really sets him apart aside from his talent) is that he truly LOVES what he does and it shows both in his actions on the job and his pictures! -
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David Sent on 11/01/20105 out of 5 rating5.0
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What was not to love about John's work? We LOVED everything. From his awesome shots, to his professionalism, to his involvement in every aspect of our wedding. I cannot express my gratitude enough for everything he did. Dont walk to the phone to reserve him. RUN!! -
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Alexandria Sent on 08/27/20105 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and Lovina are the BEST out there, without question! While they are on the more expensive side of wedding photography you get what you pay for and that is complete perfection. EVERYONE and I mean everyone is still raving about the pictures John and Lovina posted on FB the night of our reception. They're so much more than just wedding photographers. Our wedding photographs are works of art.
When I found them on line I knew I had to have them and I was definitely not disappointed.
What's even more special about the pictures we'll now have for a lifetime is that they are the last photographs taken of my Uncle Alex (Dad's brother) before he passed away just 3 short weeks later unexpectedly. We'll now have the opportunity to share a final family photo with our parents, brother, Aunts, Uncles and cousins of my Uncle on our special day.
John and Lovina are the absolute best and we have the pictures to prove it.
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Laurie Sent on 07/22/20105 out of 5 rating5.0
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Once we met with John we canceled our other meetings w/ photographers and we knew he would be perfect for us! My husband and John got along great and I think that made it much easier for him to be comfortable in front of the camera. We did our Red Bank E-Shoot a bout 1 year before our wedding, and we had a fantastic time. The photos came out amazing and we got so many compliments. On our wedding day John and his 2nd shooter showed up and got right to work focusing on some of the details like my rings and my amazing shoes. He had photos up on facebook during cocktail hour and had a slide show playing for guests to see on his laptop during the night. We got so many compliments on them. Our families and bridal party couldn't believe how quickly the formal shots went and how we managed to get everything we needed. We just saw our album proofs online and we love it! We can't wait to have that book in our hands!
We also booked our videographer through John and he was so funny! He was a great guy and I recommend doing your video through JA as well. It made it easy and they seemed to be comfortable working all together.
All in all it was an amazing day with amazing photos and a really fun team! We had a blast and there are a lot of pictures of me laughing so that's a thumbs up in my book! -
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Jessica Sent on 07/21/20105 out of 5 rating5.0
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i can't say enough about john arcara! he was amazing to work with, and our photos are GORGEOUS! i have gotten so many compliments on them...everyone is just blown away. i don't think people knew wedding photos could be so stunningly beautiful and non-cheesy.
he is pricey, but to me (and probably every other bride who has worked with him!), it was worth every penny. we loved our photos so much that we upgraded our package.
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Colleen Sent on 05/12/20105 out of 5 rating5.0
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Hands down the best photographer around! John Arcara is so much fun to work with and gets some of the best shots you've ever seen! I would recommend John and his wife Lovina to anyone! They are fun, professional, they listen to what you want and they know how to take regular photos and give them a little something different. Great, great photographer:) -
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Jacqueline Sent on 04/09/20105 out of 5 rating5.0
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He is fantastic and worth every penny! No question -
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L Sent on 02/24/20105 out of 5 rating5.0
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Hiring John Arcara Photography was one of the easiest and best decisions we made in planning our wedding. John and Lovina are wonderfully friendly, helpful, and professional. They are also unbelievably knowledgeable about everything wedding-related in the general area. We really felt like they were a part of our planning team leading up to the big day. They also made everyone comfortable on our wedding day and made taking pictures fun. The final results were nothing short of works of art that captured each moment perfectly! I cannot say enough positive things about them! -
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Lee Sent on 10/21/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John is a very talented artist and it shows through his photographs. We haven't seen our photos yet, but the ones John showed us on his laptop (AT the wedding no less, we were blown away!) took our breath away....so excited to see the rest! We will use John for every event we have in the future! -
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Tiffani Sent on 09/16/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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I am so happy with my choice in Photographers. I met with several photographers before deciding on JOHN ARCARA PHOTOGRAPHY. Although all of my initial appts were top notch, none touched John Arcara. He was referred by several people and I can't say enough great things. I was lucky enough to have his wife, Lovina, accompany him as my "second photographer" and she is just as amazing as John. What a wonderful, professional, talented pair of photojournalists. John also shot our engagement pics on the beach in Asbury Park, NJ and they came out beautiful. This is money well spent and he even provides you with all pics on CD. Call him NOW before he gets booked up. I HIGHLY recommend John Arcara. BTW, he works wonderfully with my videographer, Mike Simons. -
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Deborah Sent on 02/01/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John is an amazing photographer. The pictures came out fantastic and I have received so many complements. I love his unique style, he really knows how to capture those special moments that will now be remembered forever. Being someone who hates having their picture taken, he really made me feel comfortable on my wedding day. He makes the day fun for the couple as well as the bridal party. He loves what he does and it shows. I highly recommend him. -
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Kelly Sent on 01/28/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John is the best. He has such a way at putting you at ease, you don't even know he is there. We haven't gotten our proofs back yet, but with the work he does I am certain they will be impressive. We had a few issues the day of our wedding and John was able to roll with them and be professional and fun all at the same time. I highly recommend him! -
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Jamie Sent on 01/23/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and Lovina are AMAZING!!! They did our engagement photos and wedding photography, and you really cant find a more talented couple of photographers - literally! They capture every moment beautifully, keeping the feel of the photography very spontaneous. I cant wait to work with them again! -
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Jessica Sent on 01/22/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and Lovina are fantastic! I have recommended them to several people and I have never heard of anyone being disappointed. -
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Melanie Sent on 01/22/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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I would recommend John Arcara to everyone! He has a true talent! He was reliable, fanastic with us, our guests, and everyone. He made us feel so special and took the most amazing pictures we've ever seen! He's the best and we truly adore him! -
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Dana Sent on 01/19/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and his team were wonderful! The pictures look beautiful and I would use him again in a heartbeat:)
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Meredith Sent on 01/18/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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We had an excellent experience with John. Our emails and phone calls were always returned within the same day. John and his wife, Lovina, were easy and fun to talk to. They definitely made us feel like our wedding was their main priority. His pictures are elegant, yet a bit edgy. I would highly recommend John Arcara Photography. -
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Leah Sent on 01/18/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara ROCKS!! We loved having him with us on our wedding day!! He is fun, energetic ans SO talented, which is the most improtant part. John Arcara is not just a photographer he is an artist. We would recommend him to anyone. In fact, our friends have hired John for their wedding in August 2009!!
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Karly Sent on 01/18/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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I was very happy with having John Arcara as our photographer. Not only was his photography amazing, but it was very easy to go through the whole process of the wedding, and afterwards the album with him.
John is a very easy vendor to get in touch with. You can reach him at his office, through email, or contact him over facebook and either way get a response back that day. His website is very well laid out and he keeps his blog page updated with pictures of every wedding he does. The blog page was a really reassuring aspect, because over the course of a year or more between the time to book a wedding vendor and the wedding date, it is easy to start worrying about whether or not a vendor is still doing great work. John's website keeps you up do date on all of his recent work and gets you excited and looking forward to the amazing pictures that will come from your wedding.
John did an amazing job at the wedding. He was very easy going and made everyone relaxed for pictures. For the group shots, he worked very efficiently and didn't have anyone standing around long at all. One of the nice things about his set-up for group shots is that he made sure to start with shots of the largest groups of people and work his way down. So the picture of my whole family was taken right away, which meant that my grandparents only had to pose for their picture and then got to go back up to the cocktail hour without waiting around. Not only was he efficient in setting up the group photos, but he managed to take all of his pictures quickly, which meant that no one was standing too long or getting stiff or uncomfortable from posing. During the reception, John was very unobtrusive and managed to get a lot of pictures without even being noticed.
After the wedding, John was very good at keeping to his deadlines. For each step along the way--getting copies of the pictures + DVD, viewing the proof of our album, and getting the final product--he gave us the number of weeks it would take and was always done at least a couple of days before the deadline.
The DVD that we got with our pictures was great, because it allowed us to share pictures right away through email and on facebook.
So, to sum it up, my wedding album that John Arcara made turned out amazing and I am so happy that I have these wonderful memories to look back on. I would definitely recommend him. -
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Minna Sent on 01/16/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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Just to give an example of how great John is: It rained on our wedding day so we were unable to get any outdoor shots but John somehow worked his magic in talking with the venue in getting some photos in the conservatory which is prohibited! We were the first couple ever to take photos in there and they turned out beautiful. Just goes to show he will do everything in his power to take the best photos that he can. John was also very professional and wasn't obtrusive. Made us feel so at ease from the moment we met him. 2 thumbs up!!! -
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Kelly Sent on 01/15/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and Lovina are the best! They welcomed us to their studio and were great about answering our questions and learning about our engagement and our wedding plans. I recommend doing an engagement shoot with them and picking a cool spot, like the beach, to take your pictures.
Our wedding day pictures are amazing due to John's unbelievable photography and fun approach to taking pictures of our entire wedding party.
Our guest loved the guest book John and Lovina made from our engagement pictures. With all the pictures John and Gavin took throughout the reception, we were alble to enjoy the evening and know that they were there somewhere taking great shots! All of my family, friends and co-workers were amazed by the photojournalism and agree that it is the best they have ever seen. Thank you John and Lovina! Kelly & Nick -
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Dominique Sent on 01/15/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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I would recommend John Arcara photography to anyone. He is very personable and he took the most beautiful and unique pictures that I have ever seen. The guests at my wedding were even complementing him. -
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Mariel Sent on 01/14/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara is an amazing photographer whose photojournalistic approach made our wedding memories out of sight!!! -
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Rene Sent on 01/14/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara was approachable, responsible and flexible when working with us. Our wedding pictures are beautiful. Since our wedding, we have also used him for family photographs. He is the only photographer we will use or recommend. -
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Meghan Sent on 01/13/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John's work is completely amazing and really speaks for itself. He is wonderful to be around and truly puts you at ease the day of your wedding. He was the first photographer we met with and after meeting with other photographers, no one else came close to John's talent or personality. My husband is usually very uncomfortable in front of a camera and he felt completely at ease with John. Looking at our pictures - we feel they are the best photos we have taken in our lives! All our family and friends have commented that they have never seen such beautiful pictures.
I think what I like best about John and our pictures is the passion he has for what he does. Our pictures are not just images, they are snapshots of emotion and works of art. I highly highly reccommend! -
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Jacqueline Sent on 01/13/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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I couldn't be more pleased with my John Arcara experience. Both John and Lovina came highly recommended by several friends and family that have used them in the past. We left our very first meeting with them knowing we had to have them. Of course their work was an important factor in hiring them, but for my husband and I, the deal-breaker was definitely their personalities and the the added excitement they made us feel for our big day. They captured our day so beautifully that people that have seen my pictures, but weren't at the wedding, have commented on what a great time it must have been. I loved the originality of some of the photos. They like to get creative with thier shots and it makes for some of the best pictures I personally have ever seen. -
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Kristie Sent on 01/13/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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The moment we met John & Lovina we knew we had found our photograppher. Though it was our first meeting & John urged us to meet with other photographers, we both walked out knowing he was the one. He immediately put us at ease, listened to and understood what we were looking for in a photograher and was extremely flexible in helping us find the best package for what we wanted.
The day of the wedding John & his staff were great. Things did not turn out as planned - beach wedding meets Hurricane Hanna and I was at my wits end. John came in to sit with me and when no one else knew what to say, he was so calm and reassuring that it changed my whole outlook. He truly saved the day!
As for his work - the pictures came amazing!
So many of our guests were astonished to see how many great pictures we had, when they hadn't even noticed a photographer - which was our ideal. He was like a ghost, he never got in anyone's face, but he managed to catch every great moment.
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Kerri Sent on 01/13/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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My husband and I were so happy with our decision to use John Arcara Photgraphy for our wedding. The first time we met John, we knew he was the right photographer for us. He is an upbeat, enthusiastic person who took every bit of worry out of our hands. We met with him once and booked him that very night. He was on time for everything and really brought excitement and comfort to the whole process. His pictures were phemomenal. It took my husband and I months to pick out 70-80 that would go in our book. We had such a hard time narrowing down the hundreds of photos, all of which were beautiful. John was super excited throughout the entire wedding and made sure to get those key shots that will provide wonderful memories forever. When you see his photos, you know that he truly cares about his clients as well as there quality of his work. Our wedding book is breathtaking. We are so proud to show it off. We were also fortunate enough to book the videographer through John Arcara Photography. The video is so well put together and is so fun to watch. It almost like you're able to relive the wedding while watching the video. All in all we were nothing but completely satisfied with John Arcara Photgraphy. I have recommeneded him to all of my friends and family members and I recommend him to you as well! -
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Jaclyn Sent on 01/13/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John Arcara Photography is by far the best out there. They are professional yet very fun to work with. John and Lovina care about each of their customers as if you were their only one. I am so happy I booked them and I am constantly talking about how wonderful they were. -
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Anne Sent on 01/13/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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Allison Sent on 01/13/20095 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and Lovina Arcara were the best decision we made for our wedding. They were a pleasure to work with and the results were outstanding. We couldn't be happier with our beautiful album and all of our photos. We would highly recommend them to anyone. -
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Robert Sent on 11/24/20085 out of 5 rating5.0
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Sarah Sent on 02/19/20085 out of 5 rating5.0
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John and his wife did an EXCELLENT job photographing our wedding! They were fun to work with and the pictures were great. He did some artsy shots which we loved as well as the traditional ones. We got our proofs quickly and John sat with us for a long time putting the album together. We were very happy with them! -
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Courtney Sent on 02/13/20085 out of 5 rating5.0
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We had a time crunch with being able to take photos at the church, and making it to the reception site before sundown to take more photos (against the NYC backdrop).
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Flexibility 5 out of 5 rating5.0
John Arcara is my favorite vendor that I hired. He was fantastic and I HIGHLY recommend him! He is the best!!! -
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Janice Sent on 10/16/20075 out of 5 rating5.0-
Quality of service 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Average response time 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Professionalism 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Value 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Flexibility 5 out of 5 rating5.0
John Arcara was beyond outstanding. We have not gotten our proofs yet but the professionalism and attentiveness were above and beyond. He took pictures at four different locations for us and he never complained or seemed unpleased about anything that we asked for. He is unique in his work and bends over backward to get the pictures that you want even if they are a little hard or crazy to do. We were at Monmouth University taking pictures and in one of the rooms the ceiling had unbelievable work on it and we asked him if he could take a picture of the ceiling with my husband and myself in the picture and he did whatever creative thing he could come up with and got us in the picture. He is truly a fabulous photographer. The price was comparable to other photographers that we interviewed. He made us feel comfortable the entire day. I highly recommend him. -
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Hayley Sent on 11/15/20164.9 out of 5 rating4.9
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Quality of service 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Average response time 4.5 out of 5 rating4.5
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Professionalism 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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John was absolutely fantistic to talk to when I initially booked his studio and very helpful. I chose to work with Scott the day of my wedding and he was awesome. He really understood what I wanted and the nontraditional vibe I was going for. I loved that he was basically on the ground trying to get my dog used to the camera sound since he was scared at first. He went above and beyond. And the secondary photographer he brought with him was fabulous as well. The pictures I've seen so far are incredible. I wouldn't recommend anyone else but this studio! -
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Lisa Sent on 10/19/20164.9 out of 5 rating4.9
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Quality of service 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Average response time 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Professionalism 5 out of 5 rating5.0
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Value 4.5 out of 5 rating4.5
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Flexibility 5 out of 5 rating5.0
We used John Arcara for photography and videography for my daughter's wedding at the Pleasantdale Chateau. Not only was he very familiar with every nook and cranny of the place so he could take the best shots, he photographed the men in a totally different section of the Chateau while the ladies were running a bit late in hair and make-up. Although we haven't received the pictures and video yet, it's only been a few days, I can tell any future couple that you should totally hire this company. John is so relaxed and joyful and tries to keep everyone happy and calm with his demeanor. He was joking with everyone, MOB, hair stylists, etc. We had a lot of family members there for the before pictures and he literally got them all done in less than 10 minutes. We didn't even notice John or the videographer during the outside ceremony or really any time unless we wanted a certain shot on the dance floor and he was already there. I'm sure we're going to love everything and I would highly and definitely recommend him. It will be one less stressful thing for that day that you don't need to worry about, trust him! -
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