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Lightyear Studio

Lightyear Studio

Philadelphia, PA
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    Excellent to work with — would gladly recommend!

    Highly recommend Lightyear Studio! Nathan and Thanh were both amazing to work with and so patient. First, there was open communication with us up until the day which made the process so much easier. Most importantly, on the day of, they both were so helpful in not only guiding my fiancé and I but also the rest of the family and guests for capturing all the beautiful photos and video highlights. The picture gallery was well organized and showed a variety of moments that showcased both my fiancé and I and all of our family celebrating us. The video highlight was so creative, scenes flowed cohesively and came out better than we could have envisioned. Overall, just a great experience!
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    Matt Sent on 03/27/2025
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    Philadelphia Wedding Films

    Nathan and his team did a truly phenomenal job with our wedding video. We couldn’t be more thrilled with how it turned out—it’s, without a doubt, the best we’ve ever seen. Their talent for storytelling is remarkable, and my dad couldn’t stop raving about it. Thank you for capturing this special day so beautifully, allowing us to relive it for years to come.
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    Incredible experience with wedding photo and video

    Lightyear Studio captured every detail of our wedding in the most beautiful way. Their attention to detail and artistic vision made for the most perfect photo and video product that we are obsessed with! Their team was incredibly accommodating to our needs and had great communication. Their intimate knowledge Hindu wedding customs was immensely helpful and they were able to get every shot we wanted at each of our multiple events. The entire experience with Lightyear was seamless and we are thrilled to have these incredible memories to look back on. 10/10 would recommend!
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    Jeffrey Sent on 08/31/2024
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    Fantastic Photographers!

    My wife and I booked Nathan and Thanh (Lightyear Studio) for our recent wedding of over 200 guests and they did an amazing job. Not only did they do a great job directing the bridal party for great shots, but they captured beautiful and candid moments during the reception party and dance. We only got to to see the sneak peeks at the time of this review, but they already look amazing. We'd strongly recommend Lightyear Studio to others who are looking for friendly and experienced photographers.
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    Rannica Sent on 02/29/2024
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    Highly talented photographer

    Lightyear Studios is truly a master of their craft. My one sole criteria was that I did not want a “point- and -shoot photographer” and they are definitely not that! Nathan and Thanh brings true vision to life. We used them for our engagement shoot, my bridal shower, and our wedding. The pictures have all come out beautiful, and really captured the emotion and energy of the room. My husband and I are as awkward on camera as they come. The Lightyear team eases you and helps you navigate through each picture and pose. I don’t know how they do it but I am all here for it. In addition, Their level of communication and ability to get back to your questions and concerns in a timely manner is top tier. Highly recommend!
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    Rohini Sent on 01/07/2023
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    The best!! Artists who will perfectly capture your wedding!

    Nate and Thanh were absolutely amazing wedding photographers. They did our engagement shoot and our 3-day Indian wedding. We could not be happier with the photos. They are more than just photographers, they are actually artists who are able to shoot photos that capture feelings, emotions and movement. There is real depth to their photography that gives you real lasting memories of your wedding. Their attention to detail also made sure no hair was out of place, no guests were in the background of photos, and even the candids were beautifully shot. Your wedding is once in a lifetime - and every dollar we spent for Lightyear was worth it to get have memories that perfectly encapsulated our day. Plus they are just wonderful people and a pleasure to have around and work with! An amazing team that helped make our wedding one that we can remember forever!
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    They understand our visions and made it even more magical

    A huge shout outs to Nathan & Thanh from Lightyear Studio for capturing our wild and beautiful moments of our combine Disney & Cruise Wedding. DEFINITELY one of the best decisions we've made on hiring this dream team to capture our Happily Ever After and the beginning of our new adventure together. Our cruise wedding coordinator and our wedding guests even noticed how dedicated Nathan & Thanh are when it comes to their work. When they showed us some pictures and video clips from their cameras, we couldn't help but smile because what they captured/filmed so far were simply amazing. Thank you so much.
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    Ankit Sent on 07/22/2021
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    Flawless in Every Way

    Think about what a dream vendor would look like to you. Now take that thought, multiple it by 1000 and you still wouldn’t come close to what Nathan, Thanh and their team are. We hired Lightyear Studios to do our engagement and wedding photo/videography, and it was one of the best decisions we made throughout this whole process. We couldn’t be happier with the job him and his team did for us. They were incredibly professional and ensured we got all the shots we wanted and then some. They made the whole process so much more fun and worked with us every step of the way. They took a lot of the stress of that weekend away from us and made sure that we were well taken care of.

    Indian weddings tend to be pretty crazy between the various functions, timings and people. Lightyear made sure that we did our best to stay on track to ensure we got the key parts captured. They allowed us to stay in the moment while making sure they were shot perfectly. We absolutely loved working with them as they made the day as stress free as possible and made sure the focus was on us. As anyone who has done a photoshoot before (or not), it can be very awkward, but Nathan and Thanh did a great job keeping us engaged and laughing the whole time. Our family and friends have been so complimentary of everything they did and how easy they were to work with.

    We would recommend Nathan,Thanh and Lightyear to anyone who wants to ensure that they get the best photos/videos for any special events in their lives. We realized early in the process that all the planning you do is mainly for that day and it’s one and done. The only things that come with you after is the photo and videos of that time, so it’s imperative you get a group that will do everything they can to make sure it was all worth it. They are easily the best in the business and our wedding would not have been anything close to what it was, without them. You would be doing yourself a major disservice by going with anyone else. I don’t say this because they did our wedding, because if anything, we would scrutinize even more. We say it because they are truly incredible people who care about their clients like family and make sure that your event is captured in the best ways possible. We cannot wait to work with them again and hope we see them at any upcoming events we attend.
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    Payal Sent on 07/21/2021
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    Great Experience

    Working with lightyear was a dream for us. We have seen their amazing work through the years at our friends' weddings and we always knew when it was our turn we would chose Lightyear. This team is very organized, prompt and responsive. Their talent shines through in each picture. We were highly impressed with their cinematography skills, shown in the same day edit video. Highly recommend this team to anyone!
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    Go ahead and book them!

    I cannot begin to put into words how much I adore the pictures and video from Light Year. They were kind, caring and professional. With COVID, my venue changed last minute, they were flexible and understanding! They listened to my requests ( I wanted to party not take a thousand pictures) however, they got the most beautiful shots imaginable with what little time I allotted them after the ceremony. (I wanted to make it to cocktail hour) The video is the most gorgeous, touching thing I have ever seen! Everyone (even strangers) who saw the video has cried. If you are reading these reviews, just go ahead and book them! I cant begin to thank them enough for the memories that I will cherish forever.
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    Nathan & Thanh know what they're doing.

    If you hire Lightyear (which, as a Wedding Coordinator, I definitely would), you will not have to worry about anything photography related. This team is insanely on top of things, covering every angle you could and wouldn't ever imagine. They are professional through and through. And the best part is that their talent is unreal. These photos are incredible. I know our clients were thrilled with their work and I loved working with Lightyear. I will definitely be referring them to future clients.
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    The most amazing photo and video team!

    Words cannot even describe how amazing Lightyear Studio is at what they do. The literally create art out of candid photos and video shots. We could not be happier with the photos and videos we received. Nathan and Thanh are the best photo/video team and can capture any special occasion. We were lucky to have them at our wedding which was an all day affair. Not only did they travel from Philly to NJ on a summer Saturday morning, but they arrived early! Nathan had some very creative ideas which we incorporated into our photos/videos. They also incorporated ideas/requests we had. People don't realize how important it is to have the best/most experienced photo video team and sometimes opt for the cheaper choice. I'm glad we didn't make that mistake because they were worth every penny and more and we would choose them again over anyone else (and trust me. I did a lot of research). Their work doesn't compare to anyone else. Pictures and videos last forever and Lightyear studio made sure we had the best photos and videos to remember our special day.
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    Best wedding photographers ever!!!

    My husband and I do not even have the words to express how amazed we are by this amazing duo! Thanh and Nathan were so professional and experienced. They both have such creativity and an amazing vision! Every aspect of our wedding day was so beautifully captured in our photos! They even helped create our wedding album, which is now one of our most cherished keepsakes!
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    Nathan, Thanh and their team are definitely the best in the business!! My husband and I are so happy with the job they did and the hard work they put in to ensure quality! We LOVED our photos and the same day edit they compiled was phenomenal. They know how to capture true memories and make each shot come alive. They truly went above and beyond our expectations and we couldn't be happier. We would give Lightyear Studios 100 stars!!!!! They are AMAZING! I can guarantee you will not be disappointed if you choose them! Thank you LYS for all your hard work and dedication!
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    We scheduled an appointment to meet with Nathan (the owner) in person, and you could immediately tell that he had a passion for his work. He showed us various samples to give us a sense of his directing style, video editing techniques, and overall cinematography approach. Through his work, you feel him drawing the audience into that moment in time with the perfect blend of visuals, sounds, transitions, and emotions. I’m not sure what is the driving motivation behind his craft, but you got a sense that he understood how important each and every moment was for each of his clients, and made sure his team was there to encapsulate it.

    Lightyear Studio certainly went above and beyond in all facets. A few days into our honeymoon, we received a message from them letting us know that they had created a video of our first dance. We had not asked for this, so it came as a wonderful surprise, and allowed us to reminisce only days removed from the wedding.

    At last, the wedding film.. There are not enough words to describe how perfect it came out. Nathan was able to take the footage from the day, break it apart, and weave it together again to make a magical, heartwarming, and tear jerking montage of our story and our wedding day. In the words of one of my friend’s Facebook comments “I feel like I just watched a Korean drama. This is everything!” His work is truly inspirational, and inspires the most important thing of all; a hopeful and reassurance in love.

    It was absolutely a pleasure to work with Nathan and Thanh. Their dedication to their craft and passion for their work is incomparable. Our wedding was just one day, but we relive it every time we watch our film and look through our photos. We wholeheartedly recommend Lightyear Studio, and still follow their Facebook feed to view all the masterful work they create for other couples as well. Thank you Nathan and Thanh!
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    Palak Sent on 12/31/2016
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    They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but we were incredibly speechless when we saw what Nathan and the Lightyear team were able to capture from our wedding.

    Nathan is the type of person that genuinely loves photography and videography. He is great at capturing special moments and will do whatever it takes to make sure he can do so. He has extensive experience with Hindu South Asian weddings, which became evident during our initial conversations with him. Nathan and Thanh were able to provide suggestions to ensure we did not have any big unwanted surprises on our wedding day. At the same token, Nathan was willing to work with any idea we had and was able to manage our families (a huge task in itself as they don't like pictures) and our many guests to capture the moments throughout the day.

    Most importantly is their ability to not only take a great picture, but ease our minds and make the picture taking process very fun. For those who have not gone through this yet, posing and taking pictures is very awkward, especially if you are not comfortable with the photographer. But, when we were with Nathan and Thanh, everything felt so natural and you can see the comfort in each of our pictures.

    Thank you again, Nathan, Thanh, and the entire Lightyear team for helping us relive the most important day of our lives.
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    Renee Sent on 12/02/2016
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    Our wedding was November 5th at Cairnwood Estates. Having worked with Lightyear on numerous weddings in the past made the decision to choose them for our own wedding that much easier! Nate and his team were amazing and on top of everything from start to finish. Leon and I cannot thank you enough for everything that you did on Saturday to make our wedding absolutely perfect! We are so grateful for your hard work in capturing every moment that was so precious to us. We cannot wait to see the rest of the photos and of course the video! The tent took my breath away and brought me to tears so I'm sure you capturing all of those details will bring me to tears again! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!
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    I just saw everything!!! I LOVE IT ALL!! OMG ?? thank you so much for all of your hard work and capturing our wedding day just the way we envisioned it and more!!!
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    Nathan and his team were fantastic to work with! We knew we were in good hands when he called from vacation in Hawaii the week before our wedding to go over our timeline and make sure we were comfortable with the plan. He is very creative and the few previews we got of the scenes already looked amazing. His team often works without you even noticing them and we are very excited to see what they will create to showcase our wedding.
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    Mark and I are truly blown away at the artistry and emotion that you were able to capture in our wedding video! It is AMAZING! I love that you centered the video around the speeches - it really brings the day back to us again and gives us memories that we will cherish forever. We shared it with our families and most everyone was crying watching the video - it is so unbelievable! Mark and I think it should be played in a theater! You are genius!
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    We chose Lightyear Studio to capture our special day at the sweetest place on earth, Hershey, PA. I've never seen anyone so passionate about what they do. Because of this passion, I knew the pictures would turn out great. I could not be anymore happier. I've received so many compliments on how beautiful my wedding pictures are. These photos are not just any wedding photos but there is a creative/artistic element to them that just makes you go, "wow!" Nathan, Thanh, and the rest of the Lightyear Team did an outstanding job and I would highly recommend them for your wedding. We used them for both their photography and cinematography services. We've only seen the pictures and are so excited to see the video!

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    I recently received our video and felt that it would not do them justice, if I did not update my review. Not only did Lightyear Studio produced fantastic photographs of our wedding day, they did an amazing job with our cinematic video. I can’t tell you how many times my husband and I have watched the video; its that good! It captured “our story” beautifully and like the photographs, our family and friends continue to rave about it. Trust me, you will not be disappointed. For us, photography/videography were among the three most important items, so a large chunk of our wedding budget went towards this. Looking back, I’m glad this was the case because everything happened so fast that day that I barely remember it all. Fortunately, Lightyear Studio was there to capture these cherishing memories! Think about it, will the flowers, limos, linens, etc be worth it down the road? Yes, it may be pricey; however, you really get what you pay for. Lightyear Studio was worth every single penny! Don’t let this stop you, they will work with you to customize a package that is fitting. We’ve made many decisions when it came to our wedding, choosing Lightyear Studio was by far one of the best!!!
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    Lightyear Studio shot our wedding in Jersey City in May and we can't praise them enough. Communication and promptness are super important to couples planning a wedding and Thanh and Nathan were always available prior to the wedding and gave us really helpful advice when it came to the timing of our first look and family/ bridal party pictures. We've only seen the sneak peak pictures so far, but our photographer Vlad got beautiful shots of things where I didn't even realize he was there! He was also really deft at making sure he got the pictures he needed while letting us enjoy the night which we really appreciated. Can't wait to see the rest of the pictures!
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    I can't say enough great things about the entire Lightyear Studio team! They were incredibly easy and a lot of fun to work with from the first time we met with them. The entire team is incredibly professional and passionate about what they do. They know what they are doing and they do it well! They wanted our pictures and video to capture "our story" and they truly did just that. My husband and I were absolutely blown away when we saw our photos. They are simply stunning. They captured all of the special moments of our wedding day in a way that was so genuine and beautiful. The pictures are breathtaking and I am so thrilled with how the entire day went! It is obvious to see through their work and what they deliver that they are the best at what they do and that they truly enjoy it. I would absolutely recommend Lightyear for any event. The price is right and you get WAY MORE than you pay for! I couldn't have asked for more. Thank you again Lightyear team! It was truly an honor to have you there to document our story on our wedding day.
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    Lightyear Studio:

    Matt and I finally got home and picked up our photo albums and DVD, and everything was absolutely stunning! You guys did an amazing job, bearing the rain storm, and delivering such beautiful pictures and video. From the first Skype call to the very last picture, you guys were so fun and professional.

    We just wanted to thank you for capturing the entire experience - not just the beautiful pictures, but the emotion, the laughs, and the energy of our wedding day! Thank you so much - we couldn't be happier with Lightyear Studio!

    Susie and Matt
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    We were so honored to have the opportunity to work with such a compassionate & fun team as Lightyear Studio! I, personally have been following & have always been such a huge fan of their work since the beginning so we were ecstatic they were available to capture our special day for us. We ultimately felt like movie stars on our wedding day! Nathan & Thanh made us feel so comfortable and we just loved their photographic eye and attention to detail. Their enthusiasm & spontaneity really made it so fun and very easy to work with them. You can truly witness that they love what they do. We honestly could not have asked for a better team to help us capture and fulfill our special day. We just saw our proofs and needless to say, were not surprised with the outcome! Their photos are truly nothing less than perfection. They are not just photographers, they are true artist's. You will not be disappointed w/Lightyear, I can promise you that! Highly recommended.
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    Nathan and his team were absolutely amazing on our wedding day. I am a wedding vendor and have worked with Brides that used Lightyear productions and I was amazed with their work. So it was a very easy decision to pick them for my big day.

    I encourage you to get video to remember all the amazing highlights on your big day. The day went by so fast and I am so happy that we will have a video for years to come to .

    Thank you Nathan for being a part of our wedding. I will definitely refer you to all of my brides in 2014 !
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    Thank you Nathan, Thanh, & the Lightyear Studio team. You guys did a great job at capturing the memorable moments of my wedding. You guys are worth every penny!
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    Thank for our beautiful wedding photos! We are looking forward to getting our video and watching it soon!
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    I heard of Lightyear Studio from my mother in laws co worker who knew someone that used them. After seeing their cinema films and photography I knew I absolutely had to use them! They were wonderful to work with and the quality of their work is outstanding! I would recommend Lightyear Studio to anyone interested in amazing professional photos or film. I am so glad I chose Nathan and Thanh to capture our special day for us to look back on for the rest of our lives!
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    Couldn't have asked for a better team to capture our memorable day!
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    Nathan was very easy to work with. He helped me set up my day of timeline so I could get the best use of his photographers. The shots I have seen so far are amazing and beautiful! The photographers went above and beyond to get a variety of poses and were very accommodating with our requests. The money we spent was well worth it!
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    My wife and I decided to have a small Caribbean wedding of 30 guests. Nathan and Thanh were available for our wedding date, and, especially in retrospect, finding Lightyear was like winning the lottery - or as close as one can get to it in terms of wedding photographers/videographers.

    After spending just a little time with them, I started joking with my wife that we hired "wedding artists", not just photographers.

    There is HUGE world of difference between hiring a photographer vs artists who are passionate (and supremely talented) about their art...

    It is very simple. A photographer will give you photographs of your wedding, and an artist will give you photographic ART made from your wedding.

    People say that Mozart had entire symphonies in his head before he wrote a single note. I realize Nathan and Thanh plan and visualize ahead and know where all the great shots will be beforehand. I think that is partially why they had time to capture the fleeting, precious moments at our wedding - weaving it all at the end into a cohesive story and feeling.

    It's like hearing people sing on American Idol. There are those rare singers who project emotion in their music and illicit an emotional connection from their listeners. Nathan and Thanh's photographs and the "story" they weave have emotion and feeling.

    Frankly, that sort of thing is priceless.

    A note to all the engaged couples out there: Get to know your photographer early on in the process! Nathan and Thanh, in some ways, became the conductors for our wedding. My wife and I gave them our trust, and they guided our wedding, calmed us down and gave us the most beautiful memories to keep.

    The wedding is now a distant memory, and so are the lost laptop, the bills, the momentarily lost wedding vow... and the family "stuff". But, my wife and I still have these priceless, artistic photos and videos - the best memories from our wedding - that will stay with us forever. Thank you Nathan and Thanh!
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    I first heard about Lightyear Studio through a friend of mine who had used them for her wedding photography and cinema. Her pictures and slideshow were amazing and flawless. Needless to say when it came time for me to book my photography, I already knew I was going to choose Lightyear Studio.
    They were very accommodating and flexible to our hectic schedules as we were always running late. Thanh answered all of our emails quickly and promptly. She addressed all of our concerns and helped us pick a package that suited us best. Nathan, our photographer, really listened to what we wanted and gave very helpful suggestions as to where we could photograph. He's very fun to work with and has a very creative eye. He's just great at capturing those fun and loving moments amidst all the craziness that is going around you on your day. Who could ask for a better photographer!!! I was so very happy with my pictures and the album they put together for us. Our canvas print came out beautifully.
    Some say Lightyear Studio is a bit expensive, but their work speaks for itself. It's quality and professionalism at its best as they will give you a lifetime of memories. Do yourself a favor, splurge and hire them because you really won't regret it. Listen to their suggestions; I so should have upgraded to a bigger size canvas. I know me and my husband will always treasure and cherish our pictures for the rest of our lives. I highly recommend them to everyone and anyone.
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    Nathan and his studio of excellent photographers and cinematographers are the best in Philly. We had our wedding in the DC metro area, and though they may seem "all about the business" when it comes to the contract paperwork, their services are always geared towards a pleasant experience on your wedding day. Our photographer Vlad was the best...especially in being patient with our large and sometimes demanding family. Photos came out wonderful and the studio was/is very responsive to our communication through email and phone. Can't go wrong with Lightyear...especially if you're having your wedding near Philly.
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    Best team ever! So efficient, came early, worked fast. They were running around snapping pictures and video all day long. I cannot wait to see my pictures and video from the day! I would recommend them 1,000x to other brides. You will not be disappointed. They fought with security to get the shots they needed when we were at the Marriott! They were super aggressive and got what they wanted! Best day of my life! The pictures are well worth the price, you definitely get what you pay for and that is professionalism!
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    Melanie Sent on 11/04/2012
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    It was a pleasure to work with Nathan and Thanh from Lightyear Studio. We were sold when we met them at a wedding expo at King of Prussia mall. Their enthusiasm and perfection was what we were looking for. They were able to capture every sentimental moment and their creativity is so unique as shown through their cinemas. I highly recommend using Lighyear Studio!!!
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    User933183 Sent on 09/13/2012
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    Nate and Thanh flew all the way from Philly to Newport Beach for our wedding. They brought a team of 5 people total, to produce beautiful photographs and videography for our special day.

    We've only seen "teasers" so far, but everything has turned out better than our expectations. We have gotten so many compliments about the quality of work that they have done.

    Thanks so much!
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    We absolutely love our pictures and cannot wait for our wedding film! I stumbled upon Lightyear Studio by accident while doing a Google search, and it was one of the best unintentional stumblings I have ever happened upon in my life. Nathan, Thanh and their team are not only great professionals, they are creative artists. We loved working with them and without their hard work, we would have nothing to so beautifully chronicle our wedding day! Also, if you are film buffs like my husband and me, do not hesitate to book Lightyear Studio, for their stunning work is truly in cinematography. XO
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    My husband and I are extremely pleased with Light Year Studio with the photography performance of our wedding day. Nathan did a tremendous job with our pictures, they were absolutely beautiful. We received so many compliments on the photography, they post a preview slide show of your wedding on their website and they are absolutely stunning.
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    Ray Sent on 01/15/2014
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    When choosing a wedding photographer, we wanted someone who we could trust. After our first meeting with Lightyear Studio we instantly knew we had chosen the right team. The passionate way in which they spoke about how the whole process would unfurl, peeked our anticipation immediately; we were so excited to work with them. The results speak for themselves. Lightyear Studio perfectly captured the atmosphere of our wedding; the spirituality, the joy, the appreciation, and the fun. Thank you so much for packaging a wonderful memento. Thank you Lightyear Studio…custodians of dreams and magnificent memories.
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    Liz Sent on 12/09/2013
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    If you are looking for high quality photos for your special day, look no further than Lightyear Studio! My fiancé and I looked into 3 photographers for our wedding and pictures were our most important investment. After meeting with Nathan & seeing his work, there was no question in our mind of who we would choose to capture our special day!

    Nathan and his crew arrived early the day of the wedding, which made for a relaxing and laid back start to my day! Both he and his staff were respectful and quick to meet all of our needs! We got so many compliments from our guests after the wedding on how nice the photographers were!

    We will highly recommend Lightyear Studio to all of our family, friends & friends of friends who are looking for a wonderful photographer to remember their special day!
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    Incredible photos and details

    We had an amazing experience with this team. They made our week truly special and captured every small detail beautifully in the same-day edit. It was such a thoughtful touch that they included one of our chosen songs — it tied together some really meaningful moments from our wedding. The team was professional, confident, and a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Highly recommend!
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    Thank you thanh and Nathan for a beautiful album. Job well done! :) Also thanks for adding on some extra photos for Khoi and I. Can't wait to show them to my family :) will definitely recommend you guys to others.
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    We just recent got married. We were lucky to have Light Year studio to take charge of our wedding videography for our big day. Their service and expertise in what they do is definitely top notch.
    Nathan was a pleasure to work with and very flexible.
    Light Year Studio worked out great! Nathan and company was on time and had an easy-going personality. The team made it easy and fun. The quality is great.
    Thank You Light Year. You are talented at what you do. We will recommend you guys to our family and friends.

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