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We cannot say enough wonderful things about Michael. He is professional, reliable, responsive... and just truly went above and beyond for our wedding. Michael even came to our lake house after the wedding to take photos with our family. He communicated every step of the way and was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We couldn’t be happier with Michael and we are overwhelmingly pleased with our photos! We will use Michael for any photos we need in the future. We are so very happy that we selected Michael to capture our special day. He is FABULOUS!

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Kim B. Sent on 12/21/2021

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Amazing from start to finish

To anyone needing pictures for any reason, let me try to tell you why Michael should be the first person you call. From the moment I first contacted Michael he was prompt in responding (something I appreciated more than he will ever understand), he remained in contact from the time we hired him to the day of our wedding to ensure he had a thorough understanding of my vision and to ensure he knew the most important things I wanted captured. I asked for our ceremony to be available on livestream for our friends and family who couldn’t attend in person, something he had not done before, but he took it upon himself to ask others how he could make this happen for us because he knew how important it was to us. When he arrived at Mountain Lake he came to my room, introduced himself and immediately got to work capturing the intimate moments I was fortunate enough to share with my daughters and my mom while we were getting ready for my special day!! He was kind, funny, engaging, spontaneous and most importantly he made certain I was completely at ease, he calmed me down more than once and constantly reassured me everything was going to be perfect…even during the moments I wasn’t feeling as confident as he was, his calm demeanor and caring heart put my worried mind at total ease!! He was a true godsend and I knew we had made the perfect choice in hiring him to be the one to capture for all eternity our wedding day!!
Michael, I don’t know what I would have done without you!! You will FOREVER be my first choice when I want a special event captured on camera!! Thank you seems grossly inadequate considering how far above and beyond you went for my husband Gregg and me but unfortunately those are the only words I have!! I pray God richly blesses you and you find favor in His eyes for being not only an amazing photographer but a genuinely amazing person!! Much love to you my friend…you truly are the greatest!!

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Janet Sent on 12/18/2021

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A pleasure to work with

We had so much fun working with Michael, who really went out of his way to spend extra time at our sunset shoot, at the rehearsal, and before the ceremony! The photos are beautiful, and we will treasure them forever!

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Debra Sent on 11/05/2020

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The best photographer!

Michael was the first vendor I booked after I booked our venue. He’s always available to talk to and gave us gorgeous engagement pictures as well as wedding pictures. We got about 500 engagement pictures, 500 rehearsal pictures and 2,000 wedding pictures! The teasers he posts on Instagram and Facebook are absolutely AMAZING! He’s an amazing human being and he made my husband and I feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Thank you Michael for everything! It was such a pleasure working with you 💕

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Leia Sent on 08/12/2020

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Great Experience!

I was looking for a last minute photographer to take photos of my best friend’s very small wedding ceremony as she had not made arrangements. Mike was referred by her officiant and was a wonderful suggestion! He went out of his way to make the day and photos so special for her and her now husband. I would recommend him to anyone!

Autumn Sent on 08/10/2020

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Very personable, went above and beyond and quick turnaroud!

Michael came to us a reference from the officiant we found on Wedding Wire. After trying to get married three times, my husband and I decided to have a small intimate wedding. Unknowingly my best friend contacted my officiant who highly recommended Michael and boy did he go above and beyond. Michael extensively spoke with my best friend to see what type of flavor she thought the wedding pictures should be and when she became sick and was not able to make it to the wedding, Michael went above and beyond by picking up a flower bouquet for our wedding. He did his best to work with the family under the unique pandemic restrictions and provided pictures immediately. I highly recommend Michael if you want someone to help tell the story of your family, friends and loved ones through his pictures. Thank You Michael for going above and beyond and your very polite demeanor!!!

Jack Sent on 07/26/2020

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Took pictures of Great Grand Children

This Man does Excellent Work ! And puts his heart into his Photography , never once did I doubt his talent or Professional product when you get your pictures back..

Deborah Sent on 02/20/2020

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So glad we chose this photographer!!

Michael Keyes of Photographic Dreams took the most beautiful photos of my daughter's wedding! He captured the spirit and feeling of the day. The wedding photos, along with the portraits taken the following day at Mountain Lake, have made the most remarkable keepsake for both families.

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Kelly Sent on 02/20/2020

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Great experience with Michael, friendly and professional!

Michael with Photographic Dreams was excellent to work with. He really wanted our input on our pictures, (even from my extended family, he was very patient), and went above and beyond what I would of expected from a wedding photographer! I have received compliments that my wedding photos are the most beautiful many people have ever seen.

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Katie Sent on 09/11/2019

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Quality Work!

My husband and I couldn’t be more happy that we selected Photographic Dreams to capture our wedding! Michael went above and beyond to make sure that he got wonderful pictures of our ceremony, wedding, and wedding parties and he was very patient and thorough throughout the process. He was very prompt in getting our pictures to us following our wedding and even sent us some sample enlarged photos! Highly recommend!

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Katie Sent on 06/13/2019

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Amazing Wedding Photographer

Michael helped make our wedding a day that we will cherish forever! And if that wasnt enough, we didnt get a sunset photo that I had my hopes on, so Michael came out the next day and not only captured amazing sunset photos but also did a whole photo shoot with us! OH, and not to mention, he didnt ask for any kind of payment to come out the next day!!
Our package included our engagement photos and these were so much fun! We felt comfortable and it showed in our amazing photos that now decorate our house.
When it came to the wedding, Michael was down for what ever I wanted. All of our shots capture our love for each other and they will be photos that I can look back on forever to remember the happiest day of my life!
I dont think I will ever be able to use another photographer again!
I HIGHLY recommend Michael of Photographic Dreams!

Amanda Sent on 06/02/2019

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Incredible!!

Photographic Dreams is a phenomenal photographer!!! He did an amazing job of capturing not only candid pictures but also took stunning posed photos!! He was easy and pleasant to work with!! Would definitely recommend him for not only weddings but also for senior pictures and family portraits!!!

Katie Sent on 05/26/2019

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The most beautiful photos I have ever seen

Michael from photographic dreams is the most responsive and amazing photographer I have ever had the pleasure of working with. My daughter had an issue and Michael came back the next day and did evening photos with her and her groom re-dressed. This was going way above any expectations we had with Michael as our photographer.

Tracy Sent on 05/23/2019

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Amazing!

Can not say enough about our experience with Michael!! Everything we had hoped for and more! Due to the crammed wedding schedule and the weather, Michael went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure we had the PERFECT pictures we had been looking forward to, coming back the next day. His professionalism and him as a person made for PERFECT wedding memories. Michael made sure to keep in touch from booking (we booked a year in advance) until our wedding day to make sure he knew every little detail. Could not have asked for more!!! If we ever need a photographer again we will absolutely be calling Photographic Dreams!!!! Brides..... lock your date in, you will NOT be disappointed! Michael...... THANK YOU for giving us the amazing pictures we had wished for!! We love you!

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Megan Sent on 02/19/2019

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Photgraphic Dreams!!

MICHAEL IS AMAZING!!! Talented, patient, creative...not to mention he is the NICEST PERSON EVER. He was absolutely AMAZING with my 4 year old son as the ring bearer and helped a lot as I was the Maid of Honor. My best friends photos turned out Amazing and totally would recommend Michael. We had SO MANY great shots from our best friends wedding - I don't think there was a single photo we didn't love. I can't say enough great things about this photographer. You will not be disappointed with Photographic Dreams.

Amy Sent on 01/05/2019

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He’s the best!

Michael is a wonderful photographer. He did a fantastic job with both our engagement and wedding photos. It was important to us to include my dog in the photos. She is an abused rescue who doesn’t trust new people and gets scared easily. In other words, not the easiest to work with, but Micheal was extremely patient and got some great photos of us with her. Could not have been happier. To top it off, he’s very affordable for the pictures and service he provides. We will definitely be using him in the future for any professional photos that we need.

Briana Sent on 11/12/2018

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Absolutely wonderful experience

Michael is SO fantastic! I can't say enough great things about him! He was very easy to get ahold of and quick to respond!
He is very accommodating and is basically willing to do anything to get the perfect shot! He was so much fun to work with
and had so many great ideas and great advice. I HIGHLY recommend him. And, his prices are super reasonable!

Erin Sent on 10/20/2018

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Hiring Photographic Dreams will be the best and easiest decision of your wedding!!!

Hiring Michael as our wedding photographer was the best decision we made in the whole wedding! He was easy to talk to and gave us different photo packages for the wedding day that had different degrees of price. We didn’t feel like there was only one really expensive option. One thing I was concerned about was having one photographer get the whole ceremony. Michael assured me that he could get everything we wanted by himself. AND HE DID!!! He was able to get anything and everything that I wanted from the ceremony and reception! We were incredibly pleased with how the photos turned out and we couldn’t be more grateful to Michael for capturing our special day. He even went above and beyond when he drove us up a mountain to get photos of our first look on a cliff. He is a true talent and we are so happy he was there for our wedding!

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Brooke Sent on 09/28/2018

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Michael is the best!! He is SO accommodating, and really goes the extra mile for the perfect shot! In my first photo I uploaded, he was IN the middle of a bush. His photography is astounding and I'm so excited to get all of our shots back! He photographed us at Four Fillies Lodge in Peterstown, WV, and I think he had as much fun as we did!! I HIGHLY recommend Michael for ANY photography needs!!

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Candice Sent on 09/24/2018

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After working with Michael and seeing his finished work with our pictures, my husband and I are thrilled we chose him to be our wedding photographer. He beautifully captured important moments before and during the ceremony as well as at the reception. Furthermore, he has a great eye for the smallest of details which shows he is truly a professional photographer. Michael is very easy to work with and has a fun personality to help you feel at ease when taking pictures for an all-day event such as a wedding. He has wonderful ideas for creative poses and backgrounds, which turned out to include many of our favorites. - Candice G.

Travis Sent on 07/09/2018

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As an LGBTQ couple, it can be difficult to find an accommodating vendor who will be open and professional; Micheal was both. He went out of his way to be available and considerate of our needs. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer. The photos were excellent and we received the photos in a timely manner. We received so many photos, it is hard to pick a favorite.

Sydney Sent on 07/04/2018

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Michael Keyes is so pleasant to work with! He found creative and unique ways to capture stunning photos that look so good! We are very pleased with the quality, flexibility, and responsiveness of his services.

Stephanie Sent on 07/02/2018

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Michael was an amazing photographer to work with. He was great about setting up our engagement pictures and spent most of the day with us, which was great and there were multiple different places we went to. He was gracious enough to help at our rehearsal and got wonderful shots that night. Our wedding was amazing and looking back at the pictures, I am so glad we were able to get him as our photographer! We couldn’t ask for better pictures, he has great ideas and will work around anything. We had plans to do a bridal shoot before my wedding with my dogs... all 4 of them, but I got sick. He has been gracious enough to work with me after the wedding so that I can have my pictures with our pups. Not every photographer will do that! I thank him so much and will definitely turn to him whenever we need photos taken.

Alexandria Sent on 06/10/2018

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I cannot say enough about how pleased we are with Michael Keyes, Photografic Dreams Photography! He was very professional, creative, accomadating, an excellent value, and reliable. He put us all at ease right from the start. You could tell his goal was for us to be pleased with the most important photos of a lifetime and he did everything possible to make sure that happened. He knows what he is doing. He was creative and also open for any ideas we had. Micheal Keyes is very humble and kind, the value you get for his services and talent are of the utmost highest standard. We couldn’t be more pleased. He was beyond our highest expectations!!

Katrina Sent on 05/28/2018

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Michael was our wedding photographer in March of this year. He was amazing and I am so grateful for the high quality of his photographs and for the professional and caring way that he interacted with me and our entire family. Michael is a one of a kind person who deeply cares about his work and about the people he works with. I can understand why he has so many five star reviews and complimentary comments. I am sad to see hateful, angry people on this site who post lies about Michael in order to cover their own lack of artistic knowledge and inability to communicate well in this country.

Michael provided a multitude of creative and original poses throughout our wedding and rehearsal dinner. Not only was he focused on the romantic moments in a wedding, he also captured the memorable moments among all of our guests and family. He is a wonderful communicator as evidenced by the abundance of reviews across websites and over years of being a wedding photographer. He is very organized and asked for our feedback repeatedly throughout the process from the moment we initially contacted him and hired him to be our photographer. He sent us packets in the mail and spoke with us by phone several times to make the plan on what we wanted during the ceremony. As the result of our response to his requests, we worked together toward a wonderful outcome.

Michael is simply put, a genius when it came to our formal photos of our family. He worked with us from the beginning on how we wanted them arranged and where the photos would take place. Michael was available every step of the way during the process. He contacted us several times before the wedding to get our input and requests. He came early to meet with us before the rehearsal and to take additional photos. His ability to communicate and translate our wishes into memories that will last us a lifetime was beyond our hopes and dreams. We are forever grateful for his work and his friendship.

Marlen Sent on 05/27/2018

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I would highly recommend him. He had excellent ideas of how to group people and backgrounds for photos. Very personable and enjoyable to work with. Creative, artistic photos. We will cherish these photos for a lifetime!

Rainbow Sent on 05/23/2018

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Michael is the only part of the first wedding that I wanted to carry over into my second wedding. He is so creative! The caliber of his work is on par with photographers that charge at least double what he charges. I called him several times before the wedding and he was full of questions about the venue and the local flavor. He brought props for photos and had put some thought into how to get the shots he wanted. I'm glad we brought him in for the rehearsal too! He did such a great job last time. I can't wait to see the album included with the larger package I purchased this time!!

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Krystle Sent on 04/20/2018

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Michael was fantastic. He agreed to photograph our destination wedding, even though it wasn't going to be a large or long event. He drove 2+ hours each way, just to be there for us, and at a VERY reasonable rate. Not only was he professional and punctual, but he was so easy to work with. On top of the beautiful pictures, which he sent to us on a USB drive, he included a video of the wedding, which meant so much. Then, when I panicked at having lost the USB drive on a trip to see family, he sent me a new one and didn't even want to charge me. Michael was very kind and friendly, as well as willing to be a little outside the box with regards to our venue. Hire him. You will NOT be sorry!

Sohini Sent on 03/17/2018

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It was wonderful to have Michael as our photographer! We could not have found a better photographer for our special day! Michael has been professional, friendly, and a pleasure to work with!
Before the wedding, Michael took the time to kindly answer a lot of questions that I had, which was extremely helpful.
Our wedding was small, and we did not have a rehearsal, and we had some last minute adjustments in timing of the ceremony and reception, and Michael was flexible and attentive throughout the day! He was very easy-going and wanted to make sure that we had our important moments on camera. He suggested certain shots that we would not have thought of, which made the pictures even more special. I wish that we had had the time to capture all of the shots that Michael suggested. Michael went above and beyond our expectations.
We have received our online gallery and the pictures are colorful and beautiful! We are grateful to Michael for making our wedding pictures personal and meaningful. We found our time with Michael to be too short, so we will be meeting up with Michael for a future shoot for more portraits. We are very much looking forward to meeting with him a second time!

Hillary Sent on 12/04/2017

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Our friends referred Michael Keyes for our engagement pictures and we are SO HAPPY they did. We knew from day one we were planning a destination wedding and assumed we'd hire the resort photographer for ease. Once we worked with Michael on our engagement photos and saw his great work, we were hooked and knew we had to take him with us to Jamaica.

Throughout the entire process and planning, Michael was very helpful, supportive and always went out of his way for us including helping us place the wedding day timeline and come up with a shot list. Once the days in Negril arrived, Michael integrated and connected with our guests right from the start. He was even able to keep the kiddos' attention during photos and helped calm all of our nerves.

We also did a day after shoot that was so much fun! We toured around Negril with another couple and were able to get awesome photos of some of our favorite places around the island.

We just received our photos back - great timeline for getting them back -
and we are in awe. Our wedding photos are absolutely stunning. He helped create magical moments that we will forever cherish. I would highly suggest Michael to any bride and groom that is getting married in the US or abroad. His work speaks for itself and he is beyond professional.

We hope to be able to work with Michael for future photoshoots!!!

Jianghui Sent on 10/31/2017

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Michael is very nice, professional and responsible. He went to the wedding location to guide the direction of arch and chairs a week ahead. And I was previously worried that we will look like dwarfs because he is very tall, but all the photos look great and everyone look as their actual heights, so you don't need to worry about this. We order a package of 4 hours just for noon time, but he came pretty early and offered to take us to a garden after lunch to take more photos. Overall it's a very nice experience. 这个摄影师也很愿意为中国新人服务，特意嘱咐我们写review的时候可以写点中文。他对中国文化有一点了解，拍的照片有些作揖的姿势。而且他还提供订婚照片服务，就是婚礼前可以拍些户外的婚纱照。不管是结婚礼包还是订婚礼包，价格都还是很实惠的。

Amber Sent on 10/24/2017

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If you are looking for a wedding photographer then look no further than Michaell!
He was absolutely brilliant from start to finish. Professional, efficient, friendly and, most importantly, took the most fabulous photographs of our wedding, in challenging weather conditions!
Michael worked with our budget, and even stayed a few extra hours to capture the pictures we wanted. I can't say enough about Michael! We would most definitely hire him for any other photographer needs that we may have in the future!

Meredith Sent on 10/16/2017

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Michael is absolutely the BEST! Words can't fully express just how much we appreciate his work. From the first time we spoke with him, we had no doubt he was going to do a great job with our daughter's wedding. He was easy to work with and was eager to satisfy every request we had for photos--we got everything we asked for and much more! When the weather didn't cooperate for the sunset and overlook pictures we wanted on the day of the wedding, Michael cheerfully offered to drive back up the mountain the next day to get the pictures. He got the perfect shots and gained several very satisfied customers. We definitely got our money's worth. If we ever have the need for a photographer at another event, we will call Michael!!

Meredith Sent on 10/15/2017

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It was a pleasure to work with Michael. He's such a talented, genuine guy and I know we couldn't have asked for a better all around experience with any other photographer.
It rained on our actual wedding day, and Michael made the trip back to our venue the following day to make sure we got to take the photos we wanted. All at no extra cost. My husband and I are both less-than photogenic on a good day, and Michael was able to make the whole process feel fun and natural and get some amazing shots out of it. All this combined with the fact that he gives you digital copies of all the photos to share with as many friends and family as you wish makes him an unbeatable value for Blacksburg area weddings - or anywhere, for that matter.

Lauren Sent on 10/13/2017

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We had our wedding at Mountain Lake Lodge on October 7. Mountain Lake highly recommended Michael as a photographer and we are so happy they did! Everyone I contacted for the wedding was excited when I said he was the photographer and told me he is the best in the region. It is so true! Michael goes above and beyond to ensure the photographs are perfect. He worked with us for months prior to the wedding to understand everything we wanted. He scouted the area for the perfect photo locations and studied photos I sent via email to ensure my visions were realized. He even volunteered to return another day if we weren't able to capture the right shot! Michael truly stands by his work, and I can't recommend him enough to couples looking for a photographer! You will not be disappointed!

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Georgia Sent on 10/01/2017

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Our experience with Mike Keys (Photographic Dreams) was just right for us. He is a communicator, creative, very nice and friendly and kind, fun and easy to work with, timely. He captured our private special wedding ceremony with a true photographic eye. We would highly recommend him!
Gary and Georgia Jestice

Heather Sent on 09/14/2017

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My husband and I got married in June at Claytor Lake State Park and had our reception at Rockwood Manor in Dublin, Va. Mike was referred to us from a friend who got married at Claytor Lake last year. We couldn't have chosen a better photographer for our wedding! He came in Saturday morning while the bridesmaids were getting ready to talk to me about how I wanted the day to go. I had mentioned to him if we had time in the evening to go back to the lake to take pictures in the water (yes, in my wedding dress!) Of course we knew we wouldn't, but he had a brilliant idea... a sunrise photo session the next morning in the water (and at Lane Stadium!) It turned out INCREDIBLE!! Mike has such an amazing eye for things! Not only did he capture some great pictures at the lake and the football field, but all of the pictures were great! Our family and friends can't stop talking about them and say they are the most beautiful pictures they've ever seen! We would HIGHLY recommend Mike to anyone! And if you have a crazy idea, like getting in the water in your wedding dress, he's all for it! He'll even get in the water with you to make sure he gets the most beautiful moments!! Thanks again Mike! You're awesome!!

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My wife and I live in the United Kingdom---working with Michael made our wedding back near Charlottesville perfect. He was responsive, professional and everything we could have hoped for in a wedding photographer. He was quick in replying to our questions, extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful before and during the day and worth every penny. I'd gladly recommend Michael to anyone interested, whether they get married in Virginia or farther afield. It's unsurprising that Michael has so many wonderful reviews and we're glad to echo the wonderful words others have written. Best of luck to Michael (and all couples getting married soon)!

Caitlin Sent on 08/31/2017

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Very responsive and quality is unparalleled. Highly enjoyed working with Michael.

Charity Sent on 06/30/2017

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I first met with Michael Keyes in 2006 when I hired him to shoot my first wedding. He was new to the area and I knew someone in common and that is how we came to meet. I loved his photos so much that when found myself remarrying, I remembered that the only time I have ever felt beautiful in photos was in my 2006 wedding photos, so I looked to Michael Keyes once again. I explored many options but found that anyone near his caliber and passion were priced much higher than Michael. You can find other photographers in Michael's generously priced range, and I am sure the photographers are lovely people, but their photos did not have the same professional look to them as Michael's. Once my new husband met with Michael and saw his work, he was also thrilled to work with him. This time, I also hired Michael to take engagement photos. Michael provided me with sample photos the day after both the engagement shoot and the wedding. My engagement photos arrived much quicker than expected and I am confident I will receive my wedding photos on time or early as well. The photos are high quality and he demonstrates a true knowledge of lighting, filters, lenses, backgrounds, etc. Michael has a passion for what he does and always comes prepared with many ideas. He goes above and beyond his job description and delivers more than promised. I fully plan on hiring him for future family and baby photos.

Natalie Sent on 06/05/2017

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Michael was amazing. I can't imagine things being any more perfect than they turned out to be. He has such a creative eye and the pictures are breathtaking. He is so much fun and he has such a laid back personality. He made me feel so comfortable and I'm positive everyone else felt the same! He went out of his way for us. We paid for the 8 hour wedding day but he drove all the way to us on he day before our wedding just so he can take pictures of our rehearsal. So cool of him to do that. His prices are more than fair and we are really getting what we paid for, plus so much more! I feel so blessed to have had such an awesome photographer. He captured so many special moments! My father in law mentioned Michael the other day and he remembered him by name which says a lot because he is not good with names LOL. Everyone liked him! Thank you Michael!!

Chelsea Sent on 12/05/2016

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Michael goes above and beyond on your wedding day. He is extremely responsive and caring. He truly immerses himself in your vision, your ideas and your day. He is personable and friendly and very affordable for such a high quality product. As a bridesmaid, I know that he makes sure to tie in the whole wedding party, when other photographers would focus on just the bride and groom. He is willing and able to take any shot you ask for. And, again, truly goes above and beyond on your special day. I'm so happy my sister chose him as her photographer for the most important day of her life. The pictures were perfect, elegant and stunning.

Jessica Sent on 12/01/2016

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I just finished reviewing the pictures from my October 1st Virginia mountain wedding and they are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Michael of Photographic Dreams did a fantastic job customizing his shots to focus on candids (my favorite!), and there are so many great moments and memories that he caught on film. The quality of the shots are top notch and the sharpness of the colors are outstanding, everything pops and looks so vibrant and gorgeous! Micheal is a very personable, talented photographer who was a breeze to work with and who truly wants to cater to your needs, making it a celebration to remember. I would definitely hire Photographic Dreams to cover any future event in the SW Virginia area :)

Katherine Sent on 09/14/2016

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Mike did a great job at my wedding. He has a great eye and took great shots that I didn't even know he was taking most of the time. He also listened to exactly what I wanted. I've already recommend him to a friend.

Kelsi Sent on 07/22/2016

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Michael has by far been one of the biggest blessings throughout our wedding planning process. Not only is he quick to respond to emails and very friendly, he is extremely talented and at such a reasonable cost. When looking for a wedding photographer I was looking for one that did not sacrifice quality for a lower cost, I also wanted one that would make us feel comfortable on our big day. After seeing some of Michael's work and then having over an hour conversation on the phone with him chatting about random things during our first convo, I knew he was our guy. We originally had planned on doing our engagement photoshoot in DC by the cherry blossoms, but sadly it rained and we had to reschedule. I was really bummed but Michael immediately offered other ideas for where we could have the shoot and sent me his next available dates. He then proceeded to tell us he would come to DC next year after the wedding to do a photoshoot of us in our tux and gown by the cherry blossoms free of charge! I was amazed and so excited, what photographer offers to drive 4 hours out of his way to do an extra shoot for his couples? After rescheduling our engagement shoot twice we finally met Michael at our venue which was around a 3.5 hour drive for him. He spent three hours with us there, made sure we got plenty of amazing shots (including the sunset), then drove all the way back home. He has such an artistic eye and is very creative, especially when the sun is setting. We got so many amazing shots that day - I received many compliments and people kept telling me "that photo looked like it was out of a fairytale!" The owner of our venue even commented on how amazing it was that he spent so much time with us. We have been so blessed to have found him, and we are so excited to have him shoot our wedding in two months! Trust me, if you are looking for a fun, creative, talented, reasonably priced photographer who loves his couples/work - you need to go with Michael.

Amanda Sent on 07/09/2016

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One of the best photographers we have ever dealt with! Definitely knows what he is doing and knows how to make each picture turn out absolutely beautiful! He communicates with each couple to get a better understanding of what they want and what types of pictures they would like at their wedding. A tremendous value for everything that he does and that you get! He is extremely flexible!

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Michael is an excellent photographer. He has flexible pricing and tons of fun ideas to get the wedding party involved. Additionally, he has a strong understanding of Blacksburg and the surrounding areas with the know-how to make the shots you want happen. My wife and I could not be more happy with our decision to hire him!

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Micheal has a creative eye and is a delight to work with. He truly works with you to help capture the moments you desire. From his posed shots to action photos every photo turns out to be breathtaking.

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Michael provided services for the engagement, rehearsal dinner and wedding. He was amazing. He very creative and has some wonderful thoughts for fun and unique poses. Meet with him and recommend locations where you want photos taken and also let him know the family and friends you want in photos. He will provide you an extensive number of photos to select from and will be sure to capture many perfect pics. I highly recommend Michael to capture this very important life event.

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Michael is friendly and fun! He takes amazing pictures and has a very creative eye. He pays attention to details and really cares about his clients!

Josh Sent on 01/18/2016

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Mike captured some amazing engagement photos for my fiance and me. He took us to the Blue Ridge Parkway and was a true visionary for finding fantastic sites for taking the photos. As we were driving to Chateau Morrisette to take some pictures in the cellar with the barrels and glasses of wine, he had the idea to stop along the side of the road to take photos in the grass. With the sun at the right angle, the light caused the grass to shine red, creating a surreal and beautiful setting for the picture. After going to Chateau Morrisette, we went to Mabry Mill to take another set of fun, beautiful pictures with the mill in the background. Mike knew the area well and was also able to time the light so we could get some great sunset shots on our way back to town.

While we were taking the photos, Mike demonstrated a keen and deep knowledge of the types of photos we would want to take. He walked us through a range of different poses that made the experience feel natural and fun. Our pictures look candid and captured us at our best. Our love for each other was clear, and that is the most important quality that Mike was able to capture.

Mike's professional attitude showed throughout the process. He showed up 5 minutes before the scheduled time and was willing to take us in his truck to facilitate the process. He was very clear and communicated his ideas so that we could shape the experience as desired. He was also patient with us as we waited for the right moments for our pictures. He then edited the photos almost immediately, so we were able to have the finished product in only a few days. It was a true pleasure to work with Mike for this engagement photo shoot, and I would highly recommend him to any couple.

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After two long years of heartfelt planning, I was able to host the Destination Wedding of my dreams in Negril, Jamaica. Photographic Dreams was just that an absolute DREAM COME TRUE! Michael was very personable and did an amazing job! He was professional, detail oriented and always thinking about the big picture! He not only shot our engagement pictures, our beach wedding and general vacation pictures while he was there but also took us for an EXTRA DAY around the island to take breath taking pictures! He was all about the "shot" and lighting was always key - which I loved!

This is something I'll never forget, Michael wasn't just the photographer at my wedding he was a VISIONARY! He became a Life Long Friend that captured our once in a lifetime moment, his Artistic Talent, Unique Attitude and willingness to go the extra mile, resulted in truly a Magical experience!

Michael is a MUST for your Wedding!

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Michael provides an exceptional service at the minimum price. My wedding pictures were more beautiful and striking than I imagined they would be. He was calm patient and professional. Highly recommended!!

Megan Sent on 11/11/2015

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Mike did a wonderful job with our wedding photos! He was extremely flexible with timing and location. Communication between him and I started about a year before the wedding and he maintained consistent contact to ensure that I knew he had not forgotten about me. The morning of the wedding, he brought me preview prints of the bridal portrait and family photos from the day before. They were PHENOMENAL!!!!! I couldn't believe how good they were. He did AMAZING work and I'm super impressed. We had our rough patches (I was a bride after all), but I would definitely hire him again.

He is a professional and came out to shoot my wedding and rehearsal, the day before he was supposed to bury his mother who had just passed. Judging by his demeanor and the way he conducted himself, you never would have known that he was undergoing a personal crisis.

He is very affordable, excellent at communication and has a quick turnaround time for the photos. Definitely recommended.

- Megan Tracy (Harris)

Carly Sent on 09/08/2015

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Michael beyond exceeded my expectations! I called him only 7 days before our big day. The ceremony (elopement) was at 2:00pm but we desperately wanted sunset pictures. Michael insisted that he stay with us after the ceremony so we could also get sunset pictures. This was my Husbands and I first time doing professional photos EVER and he we were worried it was going to be awkward since we hate having our photos taken, BUT Michael's inviting personality made us feel very comfortable through out our whole journey! We met up with him the following day before heading home (we are from Florida) and he already had some photos edited and printed on 8.5X11 for us to take with us! He said he will be in our city for a wedding next year and we have decided to book him on his trip for family pictures! He has the personality for any event so we would recommended him to ANYONE looking for any type of photography!

Laura Sent on 07/20/2015

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I highly recommend Michael! He went above and beyond to make sure we got the wedding photos we wanted. I'm not a huge fan of being photographed, but I was immediately comfortable with Michael. He knew what shots he wanted, and you could tell he was excited about his job. He worked over eight hours and drove us all over town to get the portraits we wanted. He was friendly and professional the entire time. We both love the photographs he took!

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We absolutely loved working with Mr. Keyes! His photographs are amazing! He is professional, easy to work with, stays focused, and personable. Mr, Keyes was completely open to taking any creative photos that we wanted! He is also very prompt with returning communication. Our outdoor wedding was wonderful, however it did rain. As soon as it was obvious that the rain would keep us from taking the bride and groom photos we desired, Mr. Keyes let us know that he has a policy for when it rains on an outdoor wedding to the point of hindering the photoshoot. We were so relieved to know that even though it was going to rain out our bride and groom pictures we would be able to do a photo shoot with Mr. Keyes on a different date! He has been very flexible with the date for the re-shoot and is willing to do the shoot at any location of our choice. In our opinion, Mr. Keyes is an amazing photographer whose work is perfectly wonderful and a must have as your event photographer!

Catherine Sent on 06/10/2015

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Michael was amazing and did way more for us than we ever expected. Before my husband and I had even made the final decision and paid the deposite, Michael was already talking of certain shoots he wanted to do with us, flower girls, and rings. The way he could see a picture before even seeing anything was amazing. He was also very personable and extreamly passionate about photography. For me, the bride, it was stressful trying to get everything to come together, and to have Michael who was so willing to do anything we needed and to also keep with the times we had was a great help. He also helped me enjoy my day more by having us do fun poses and gave me an excuse to kiss my new husband over and over again for pictures! Michale also offered to do some video of dances and a saber arch we had as it was a military wedding, along with a small shoot of my husbands commissioning ceremony a few days before the wedding! Everything he did was above and beyond all our expectations and I truly believe we could not have ever found someone more passionate, hardworking, kind, fun to be with, or even just a better price than what we found in Michael!

Shawn Sent on 06/01/2015

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Micheal was a joy to work with. He had many great ideas, but was very receptive to our visions as well. We are so happy with the final product and would happily recommend him as a photographer

Shawn Sent on 06/01/2015

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Micheal was a joy to work with. He had many great ideas, but was very receptive to our visions as well. We are so happy with the final product and would happily recommend him as a photographer

April Sent on 05/27/2015

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Michael is an outstanding, creative, and professional photographer. We are beyond pleased with the photographs he took at our wedding. He was a pleasure to work with and a down to earth guy, making everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. Micheal is understanding of what we wanted to have captured in our photos as well as proving us with some of his unique ideas. His creative insight sets him apart from others. I love that he gets to know you and creates photos that truly captures the personality of the individual. I have friends that have used Michael as their photographer and none of our pictures are the same. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting a picture perfect experience! The quality of work he produces ensures that when the occasion arises we will come back to him time and time again.

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Michael is an outstanding, creative, and professional photographer. We are beyond pleased with the photographs he took at our wedding. He was a pleasure to work with and a down to earth guy, making everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. Micheal is understanding of what we wanted to have captured in our photos as well as proving us with some of his unique ideas. His creative insight sets him apart from others. I love that he gets to know you and creates photos that truly captures the personality of the individual. I have friends that have used Michael as their photographer and none of our pictures are the same. I highly recommend him to anyone wanting a picture perfect experience! The quality of work he produces ensures that when the occasion arises we will come back to him time and time again.

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Michael Keyes was very accommodating to the schedule of the bride and the groom. He kept in contact before the event and made himself available for photo opportunities such as hair appointments, rehearsal and additional photo sites the day of the wedding. His selection of poses was traditional as well as creative
and he ensured that family members, wedding party and key guests were included in a variety of the photographs.

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Amazing photographer. Very creative and fun to work with. Mr. Keyes has an eye for catching great shots and a personality that is great to work with.

Diana Sent on 05/22/2015

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Michael was fantastic! He really makes the extra effort to capture the special shots and he has a great eye for photography! He was very easy to work with and very flexible.

Nancy Sent on 03/22/2015

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Michael was an absolute delight from first contact- extremely attentive- great pictures!!

Erin Sent on 02/19/2015

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I absolutely adored the photography that was done at my recent wedding. I would absolutely recommend Photographic Dreams (Michael Keys), he was prompt, affordable, fun, and a bit of a daredevil with climbing a huge mountain in less than ideal conditions to deliver on his promise to help make my wedding the most memorable time of my life. His level of professionalism is well above even the most excellent in his field. I loved his spirit, and his enthusiasm, inasmuch as its really important to have a photographer that loves his craft. His love of photography made myself and my new husband less nervous, and more relaxed. We were really able to get into the spirit of things and have fun. Also, Michael did the most thoughtful thing by offering to have us come back in the spring/summer for additional photographs. We were not able to take but a couple of pictures outside at Mountain Lake Lodge due to a snow storm that blew in, however Michael made sure to tell us to come back in the spring and we could take more photos at "NO Additional CHARGE"....... I thought that was so sweet, and very thoughtful! Like I said, Michael went above and beyond, and he made us feel more like friends and family, and less like we were just a customer. Loved it! Best Regards, Erin and Aaron Canterbury

Rhiannon Sent on 11/23/2014

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Michael is absolutely wonderful to work with. He's very creative and enthusiastic, and you can tell he loves what he does. His finished products are amazing, and he made sure to capture everything that I wanted. We spoke on multiple occasions prior to the wedding, so he made sure he knew exactly what type of shots I was looking for. He was very helpful in the wedding planning process as well. He gave us many suggestions on vendors and some of the best locations to get the most amazing photographs.

Michael not only shot our wedding for us, but made sure he was there for the wedding rehearsal as well. The fact that he made the effort to be there and to meet all of the wedding party beforehand made everyone feel more at ease on the actual wedding day. He showed up bright and early on the morning of our wedding to capture all of the wedding party getting ready, and stayed until our sparkler exit late that evening.

Michael not only gave us a complete set of files to make copies from, but he made a set for the parents as well. He also already had prints made for us when we went to pick up our jump drive, and a few prints for each of our parents. He goes above and beyond to make sure you have exactly what you've always wanted for your wedding day. I recommend him to everyone no matter what type of event you're planning. Thank you Michael!

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Michael is a very professional, enthusiastic, friendly and talented photographer. We feel so lucky to have Michael helped us with our pre-wedding pictures (a photo-session for the bride & groom，婚纱照). Since we are international students and do not know so much about the local business, Michael helped us a lot during this process, and offered us lots of great suggestions! From our first email, Michael provided very detailed information to every question we asked and he always goes beyond our expectation.

Michael really knows how to capture the best sides of us, and it is a real pleasure to work with him. I usually could not smile very naturally in front of the camera (my husband, neither), but in the pictures Michael shoot for us, I think we did very well :) Michael really has the way to let people smile pretty and feel at ease. Besides, he knows so many beautiful places in Blacksburg. He is really an artist and there is a sense of beauty in all the pictures taken by him! After we got the pictures, we are very impressed by his amazing work, and so do our friends and family. Our pictures got so many compliments! One of my friend said it’s like in fairy tale. Furthermore, Michael even make our favorite image as a wedding gift to us, since we will have our ceremony in Taiwan and not here. We are really thankful! We absolutely recommend Michael to everyone who wants high quality photos! Thank you so much for the wonderful time and everything you have done for us, Michael!

Michael，非常感谢你帮我们记录下这么美好的瞬间，我们也非常高兴有机会认识你这样一位朋友。谢谢你一直以来的耐心，友善，热情和专业！祝福你今后的事业越来越好！

Cheng-ying and Xi

Heather Sent on 11/07/2014

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I'm so excited to write a review for Michael at Photographic Dreams. He is truly a dream come true! He recently shot my daughter's bridal portraits and they are just beautiful. When he sent us the proofs I cried while looking through all of the stunning images. We had such a fun day at Hotel Roanoke, and then The Blue Ridge Parkway. Michael has a way of making you feel completely comfortable and at ease. He picked out so many lovely locations along the way, and it was such a fun day with my daughter that we will never forget. From the location and kind directions of how to pose to the incredible creativity, I've never experienced something so magical. We are looking forward to the wedding in December! Photographic Dreams will certainly make it unforgettable with flair & style! Thank you so much for creating images that show my daughter's spirit and beauty. We will be eternally grateful for your expertise and vision. You know that Heather & I adore you! <3

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Michael Keyes is very accommodating and came to the rehearsal, rehearsal dinner and wedding from start to finish. He works hard and takes alot of pictures. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

Micah Sent on 10/28/2014

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Michael is amazing and provides the best service. He was at all of our pre-wedding events and always has such creative ideas. He has photographed my friends and family for 8 years now and I knew when I got engaged there was only one photographer I wanted and it is Michael Keys! He photos are absolutely eautiful and he is a pleasure to work with!

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Michael is fabulous!!! He made us feel so at ease. We were able to relax and have fun with our engagement pictures. The price was great and he was so much fun! He really made taking pictures fun. I would highly recommend photographic dreams, especially for those big life events. We're so happy to have such amazing pictures of the best day of our life! Thank you, Michael!! You're absolutely the best!!!

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We can't say enough about Michael. He is absolutely wonderful!

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Michael does amazing things with his camera and his creativity. We had Michael for not one but two weddings. He is wonderful to work with and if we had more weddings, he would be the man we would call!

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Michael is very creative and so easy to work with. We work with a lot of photographers in our business and he is the best. Very courteous and always aware of the customers needs.

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I was fortunate enough to have been able to reserve Michael for my daughter’s wedding. We booked him about 9 months before the date for an engagement shoot in Virginia Beach. After seeing the results of this shoot, my daughter and I and her fiancé decided to fly him to Colorado to shoot the ceremony proper. His scheduling and timeliness in the days leading up to the wedding ceremony was spot on and tight. He was always there at the right time to record the moment. On the day of the ceremony, Michael recorded everything from the girls and guys getting ready to the end of the reception; a non-stop 10 hour day for him. Attentive and discriminating best describe Michael’s attitude and actions. The resulting product was exceptional….very well done. His compositions are phenomenal and my daughter was blissed with her portfolio, and after all, her happiness and satisfaction were what it was all about. A job well done and an excellent value. Thank you Michael.

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Michael was absolutely fantastic. He went above and beyond the call of duty. He picked up my flowers the day of the wedding he also bought all of my bridesmaids and myself am umbrella to add to the photos. For our engagement shoot he brought balloons in all of the wedding colors and for my bridal he got me a fake bouquet. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He's very creative, easy to work with, and flexible!

Samantha Sent on 06/26/2014

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When it came time to plan my wedding I knew that finding the right photographer was my priority. It only took one visit to Michael's website and I knew he was the one for my fiance and I. Michael has a beautiful and artistic style that quickly draws people in. His packages are wonderful and offer the opportunity for engagement photos to be included in the package. He spent about 5 hours with us on our engagement photo day and provided us with hundreds of incredible photos. Something really unique about Michael's packages is that he gives his couples the opportunity to select an engagement photo to be framed/matted/and signed at the wedding reception. My fiance and I loved this idea and even had a hard time picking one photo out of all of the beautiful shots.

Michael made himself available to us our entire wedding weekend and was extremely flexible when our plans changed last minute due to unforeseen factors on the wedding day. Even with the stress of the wedding day, I didn't have to worry one bit about whether the photos I wanted were being captured. Michael was so easy to reach out to and communicate throughout the process that I just knew that he would have everything under control.

Michael even surprised my husband and I at our reception by printing and matting an extra photo for us. He knew we were Hokies and how important our university was to us, so he had a print we had taken at the stadium during our engagement photos matted and signed by all of the Virginia Tech alumni at the reception, all as a surprise for us.

I can't say enough about how wonderful Michael's services are! Waiting to see all of the photos from the big day as he works his magic on them is so suspenseful, but we rest assured in the fact that the results will be just what we were looking for! Thanks Michael for all you have done for us! Do yourself a favor and choose Photographic Dreams to capture your big day, you won't regret it!

Ming Sent on 06/21/2014

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I first learnt Michael and Photographic Dreams from the War Memorial Chapel brochure. When I searched his website, I was so impressed with Michael’s works, especially the contrast of colors in his pictures. My wife and I immediately decide to ask him to be our photographer.

Michael is so energetic, friendly, and passionate for photography. I believe Michael does photography not only for a living, but more importantly, he loves photography. He spent a lot of time working on the details together with us. He talked with us in order to learn the places we want to take pictures at. I appreciated it that he offered so many helpful suggestions in order to make our wedding more interesting. For example, he suggested garter and football toss, and bubble blowing at the end of the reception. He even bought us the bubbles, garter, football, bouquet, petals, and a large photo frame at his own expense.

Michael is a responsible photographer. He attended our ceremony rehearsal the day before the wedding. On the day of the wedding, he arrived two hours before the ceremony (at 9am) to take pictures of us getting ready. After the reception, he drove us to various places for pictures. We ended the photo shooting at 6pm. That's in total nine hours of work! He kept shooting over the nine hours. He was patient and attentive, so every picture we took was perfect!

Michael is such a professional photographer, too. I would say that he is an artist. All of his works are innovative and vibrant! His works are easy to tell from other photographers’because of his use of colors. Our photos on Facebook got so many compliments!

It is our honor to have our photos shot by Michael. We are very satisfied with the photos he took, and we had a really great time with him. My wife and I want to express our appreciation to him, for such a wonderful and memorable recording of our wedding.

Michael不仅仅是一名优秀的摄影师，更是一个热情、友善的朋友。谢谢Michael把我们的婚礼记录得如此精彩。

Ming&Xiaoran

Ryan Sent on 06/02/2014

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Michael Keyes is a superb wedding photographer! First and foremost, the customer service was exemplary! The first time my wife and I called Michael, he took the time to get to know us and help us discover our expectations and desires for our wedding day. In all of our conversations, he always went the extra mile to help us in the decision making process. He was very patient with us! It was evident that His number one goal was to get to know us better in order to customize a package to meet our needs. When we went to his office to sign the contract, my wife and I were not yet engaged. Knowing that, Michael told me that he would love to photograph our engagement for FREE! When I proposed, he hid in a wooded area at the Mill Mountain Star and captured this beautiful moment! We are so thankful to have beautiful, professional pictures of our engagement.
For our wedding day, we made a list of all the specific pictures that we wanted. Michael captured all of these moments and so many more! We watched a video of our wedding recently and saw Michael lying on the ground to take a picture of us on the raised platform (under the arch) in the beginning of our ceremony. Needless to say, Michael will do just about anything to get a beautiful picture! Due to time constraints, we did not get take pictures on the golf course at the country club. Michael is offering us an extra photo shoot for FREE just to take those pictures and also go on the Blue Ridge Parkway (a location of our choice) and take more pictures even though he lives an hour away from us! Furthermore, Michael GAVE my mother-in-law the large bridal photo rather than displaying in his studio. My wife and I are so thankful that God led us to an amazing photographer who is also a great person! I give Michael a 10/10 in every area of customer satisfaction! I can confidently say that you will NOT find a more talented and passionate wedding photographer than Michael Keyes! May his body of work speak for itself!

Rebecca Sent on 06/02/2014

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Michael impressed me from the very beginning. After viewing his website and seeing his photography, I knew I wanted him to photograph our wedding. From the first time that we spoke with him, he was nothing but friendly. At the time we weren't officially engaged yet, and he offered to photograph our engagement. No other photographer I spoke with offered us that. Out proposal pictures are awesome! He listened to what we desired and customized a package that worked well for our budget. Out of all the photographers I spoke with, Michael is not about the money, he is about making you happy with his photography, and working with your budget to make that possible. He was a pleasure to work with, quickly responded to phone calls or emails, flexible with our schedules, and went above and beyond our expectations! He was so much fun to work with during my bridal portraits, and did whatever it took for an amazing picture. On our wedding day, we ended up not having a lot of time for pictures with just my husband and I, but he got some stunning pictures despite the time constraints. After the wedding we spoke with him and he has offered to do another photo shoot with us, just to we can get some other amazing pictures! The best thing is that he is not charging us for the this. That to me, is so generous. He loves what he does and is all about making his clients happy and satisfied with his services. You can't go wrong with Michael!

Thomas Sent on 05/08/2014

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Mr. Keys provided service exceeded our expectation beyond our wildest imagination. My daughter had a location wedding in Hawaii. You can imagine all the more than normal planning and stress that can be involved with bringing over 100 friends and family from three continents to a remote tropical paradise. Mr. Keys was very familiar with the pressures of a brides family and he knew exactly what we needed to photographically document this glorious occasion. I was never so confident that I could rely on a professional service as I was with Photographic Dreams. We were on the islands for 10 days, three days prior to the wedding and seven post wedding, with events and parties and family gatherings. Michael did an incredible job at capturing every moment of those 10 days in paradise. When we finally had an opportunity to review the trip and wedding through his very unique and awesome presentation, we were brought to tears of joy again as if reliving that week all over again. If you are seeking a professional to capture your special time and preserve memories of a lifetime, then you must allow Michael Keyes to be a part of your service. Michael's years of experience and years of artistic perfection came through in every one of the over 5000 images that he recorded. His unique talents of editing, retouching, and production are unsurpassed by even those in Hollywood with million dollar budgets. I'll say it again, if you are fortunate to have Photographic Dreams a part of you special time, then you will be blessed with the best that can be offered.

Thanks Michael for being a part of our wonderful time.

Christine Sent on 01/31/2014

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Michael Keyes, with Photographic Dreams is a true master of his craft. He has a vision that is second to none. Michael consistently exceeded our expectations and his energy was infectious. His enthusiastic approach to our photos was far above the ordinary. Even a member of our wedding party stated she wished her photographer had been more like him. The quality of his work will speak for itself, but his professional approach and easy going attitude put him miles ahead of anyone else. If you are deciding between Photographic Dreams and anyone else to shoot your wedding photos.....do yourself a favor and go with Michael Keyes of Photographic Dreams. You and your significant other will not regret this decision. Just think about your 50 year anniversary - what is it that you will be looking at? - Photos from your special day. You'll be glad you choose Photographic Dreams!!

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I had the pleasure of Michael Keyes photographing my wedding. He did an amazing job and I rave about the great moments that he captured for me in that special time. A few years later, my husband and I had a son. Who else would I want to capture my child's special moments other than Michael Keyes. He has done a wonderful job with my family in regards to all aspects. Any time a photographer is needed, I always know who to turn to and who will produce nothing but the best in quality and professionalism. I would recommend Michael to anyone, anywhere. His work is simply amazing!

Barbara Sent on 11/01/2013

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We lived Michael and loved his pictures even more. Michael had a way of seeing how to best take a picture. He was quite creative!!

Jessica Sent on 10/18/2013

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Michael is an amazing photographer, he is very creative and his pictures are beautiful!!! Michael definately took the time to capture every detail of our wedding. We are so happy with the way our photographs turned out and we would definately recomment him to anyone.

Jessika Sent on 10/12/2013

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Awesome, awesome, awesome! Choosing Michael with Photographic Dreams Photography was one of the best wedding decisions we made! He really knows how to find the perfect picture! Michael took the time to thoroughly research our venue (he even came a day early to look around since he had never been there before). He spent a lot of time prior to the wedding talking to me about what we were looking for. He even worked with our venue to rent us a boat to take pictures in (which turned out gorgeous by the way!!).

Michael is so friendly, outgoing, and has some great ideas for making your day run a little more smoothly. He went above and beyond to make sure he captured the kind of pictures we were looking for. The lighting and scenery he was able to capture in each picture was just amazing. And his packages are such a great value compared to what you get from other photographers. I just can't say enough about how happy we are with Michael! You won't regret choosing him to capture such a special day in your life!

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Wow! Words can not explain how happy I am with our photos! There are so many great ones i can't pick a favorite. Mike Keyes was excellent. He capture so many memories for us. Looking back on all the photos there are so many pics that I didn't realize he had taken. He was everywhere . Exactly what you want on your wedding day. Looking at all the pics was like watching a video. It took me right back to that day! A day that thanks to Mike I get to relive Everytime I look at the photos! Thank Mike to capturing so many memories of the best day of my life!! Your were absolutely wonderful to work with. Xoxox

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Michael Keys, of Photographic Dreams, was recommended to me by a local vendor. After our initial phone conversation, I knew Michael was the photographer for my wedding. I was impressed by his enthusiasm and his genuine desire to make my event a memorable occasion. What I appreciated most was his willingness to be a part of the many events leading up to the special day. I was amazed, impressed, and thankful for his attention to details. It was never about time with Michael. It was always about the "art" of the picture. . . the perfect location, the perfect light, and the perfect moment. He went above and beyond in every way a photographer can go.
I am very happy with Michael's work. I have beautiful photographs and memories that I will treasure for the rest of my life. Michael left me with a "rainbow". . . literally and figuratively. I highly recommend Photographic Dreams. Michael will help make your dreams come true!

Stacey Sent on 08/20/2013

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Michael Keyes at Photographic Dreams provided an outstanding service for our wedding! He was extremely thoughtful and professional in his interaction with us, our wedding party, and our guests. His creativity was exactly what we were looking for in our wedding photos and we couldn't be happier! We would definitely recommend Michael Keyes at Photographic Dreams.

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Michael Keyes did a fantastic job photographing our wedding! He is so creative and catches the most memorable moments. We gave him our ideas and locations for photos and he went above and beyond our expectations with the shots. He also moved very quickly when getting photos with our family to make the day run smoothly and on time. We can't thank Michael enough for his creativity, friendliness, high energy, and his immense talent for photography.

Laura Sent on 07/01/2013

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Michael is an absolute pleasure to work with! His creativity and talent bring out amazing images and we couldn't be happier!

Shauna Sent on 06/29/2013

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Michael Keyes was amazing to work with and our photographs are amazing and truly unique. My husband and I could not have asked for a better person to work with!

Cassandra Sent on 06/21/2013

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Michael is just amazing! Michael is so easy to work with and such a hardworking and professional photographer. He does anything possible to make his clients happy. A few months after our initial consultation, we changed our venue to somewhere that was about 2 hours away. Michael was more than willing to still shoot our wedding even in West Virginia. He was willing to go anywhere we wanted for our engagement photos, which turned out perfectly. We couldn't have asked for anything better. We absolutely love our photos and that Michael was there to capture everything each step of the way, including engagement photos, rehearsal, dinner, and the wedding day! I would recommend him to anyone I know.

Joanne Sent on 06/07/2013

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Michael Keyes provided photography coverage for a "prehearsal", rehearsal and wedding for my son and daughter-in-law in 2011. His eye reflects a freshness and beauty of each event ably capturing the spirit of the people involved yet he is patient, almost invisible, and very inobtrusive. The prehearsal was a quickly staged event after the groom's father came of of leukemia remission. Fortunately, my husband was able to attend the actual wedding as well. But his days were short in number and Michael also was able to provide a copy of one special photo for his memorial service as well. Since then I have had the pleasure to watch Michael at work for another wedding event. Equally beautiful professional work capturing the uniqueness of this couple's special day as well.

Donna Sent on 05/28/2013

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Michael was the photographer for our son's wedding on May 4, 2013. This was the second time we used Michael as our photographer. He also did our daughter's wedding on December 17, 2011. Michael is a talented photographer who is creative and artistic. He is always professional, courteous, and responsive. Michael was also the photographer for engagement pictures and bridal portraits, spending many hours with us at each photo shoot. He makes his photographic subjects feel like super models and caters to the wants and needs of those he is photographing. He truly gives 100%+ to ensure that all the special moments in your event are captured. From the engagement pictures to the wedding, Michael does a superb job! He did an amazing job creating a beautiful wedding album for our daughter and we can't wait to see what he creates for our son's wedding.

Bo Sent on 05/22/2013

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I came to know Michael from google review. He got compliment from all the customers, and after a short chat with him, we decided to let him help in our wedding.

He is very enthusiastic and easy to work with. In the very beginning we asked him to come 15 minutes before the wedding and just take pictures of the ceremony. Then he arrived 1.5 hours before the wedding, and take us out and got some pictures on the campus, and that is for free! We really appreciated his help.

He is also so professional. He knows a lot about Chinese culture and traditions, and he added some Chinese traditional elements into our pictures. We posted our wedding pictures on our facebook. All our Chinese friends and relatives are impressed by the beautiful pictures.

It is so nice to have Michael with us in our wedding. I believe he would do more good and creative works in the future, and I hope he could have chance to help more people!

Michael 是很棒的摄影师，是他的创造力和专业性让我和筱潇的婚礼能够举办的这么好。祝福他以后的工作一切顺利！

Bo&Xiaoxiao
周博&李筱潇

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Michael Keyes was very professional. He captured all the emotions of the day in his wonderful photography.
He was on time. Asked great questions to get to know the bride and groom and their family. His staff was great. Would definitely recommend him for your wedding day!

Lindsay Sent on 05/13/2013

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We needed both individual and group company pictures taken for a portfolio. Michael was great to work with from planning times and days that he could come out and take pictures, to being flexible the day of the photo shoot with the various locations and finally with following up afterwards to make sure we were happy with everything. He even managed to get people to smile for their individual pictures, that have never smiled in a picture. Overall he was great to work with and made the whole process stress-free. Thank you!

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