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  Jillian P. Sent on 12/20/2021
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  Highly recommend!

  We are so happy we found Alex and Anastasiia to be our wedding photographers! They just might be our favorite vendor and we had a lot of really great vendors. When we first started searching, we discovered this category of documentary style photography and realized this is exactly what we were looking for – a focus on capturing all of the raw emotions and special moments throughout the day rather than a focus on creating and capturing a perfectly composed scene. It’s not that we didn’t want some of the typical family portraits and wedding party poses you often see, or to somehow look great from all the angles, we just wanted a photographer that understood that we put a higher value on the candid shots. And we got two! Alex and Anastasiia understood this balance way better than we did and used their crazy good creativity and sensitivity to capture what was meaningful to us, to align with the miscellaneous aesthetic interests we discussed and practiced during the engagement shoot, and to document the beautiful realities of the day so perfectly. The communication was great. They were super kind, respectful, and patient. They were simultaneously easy-going and professional. We highly recommend and will be reaching back out to them for any future professional photo needs. We’re so grateful to be able to relive the day through the photo gallery forever. Also, by the way we found them on fearlessphotographers.com – an incredibly impressive group that needless to say Alex and Anastasiia can hang with.

  We are so happy we found Alex and Anastasiia to be our wedding photographers! They just might be our favorite vendor and we had a lot of really great vendors. When we first started searching, we discovered this category of documentary style photography and realized this is exactly what we were looking for – a focus on capturing all of the raw emotions and special moments throughout the day rather than a focus on creating and capturing a perfectly composed scene. It’s not that we didn’t want some of the typical family portraits and wedding party poses you often see, or to somehow look great from all the angles, we just wanted a photographer that understood that we put a higher value on the candid shots. And we got two! Alex and Anastasiia understood this balance way better than we did and used their crazy good creativity and sensitivity to capture what was meaningful to us, to align with the miscellaneous aesthetic interests we discussed and practiced during the engagement shoot, and to document the beautiful realities of the day so perfectly. The communication was great. They were super kind, respectful, and patient. They were simultaneously easy-going and professional. We highly recommend and will be reaching back out to them for any future professional photo needs. We’re so grateful to be able to relive the day through the photo gallery forever. Also, by the way we found them on fearlessphotographers.com – an incredibly impressive group that needless to say Alex and Anastasiia can hang with.
• Patricio G. Sent on 12/09/2023
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  Great experience!

  Alex was an amazing photographer. We really enjoyed working with him and loved the pictures

  Alex was an amazing photographer. We really enjoyed working with him and loved the pictures
• Bailey V. Sent on 12/19/2023
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  Amazing Wedding & Engagement Photographers!

  Alex and Anastasiia are an absolutely dream to work with. Neither my husband or I are naturally photogenic and haven't spent much time in front of the camera before, but they made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Every single one of the photos they delivered in our wedding gallery was gorgeous. Some of them are gorgeous art, and others are wonderful canids that capture all the joy and love from our wedding day. Booking our engagement shoot, wedding, and gallery premier with them was a breeze, and we cannot wait to use them for family photos in the future. If you're looking for kind and joyful photographers to capture you and your family as the most lovely versions of yourself, Alex and Anastasiia are the team for you!
  

  Alex and Anastasiia are an absolutely dream to work with. Neither my husband or I are naturally photogenic and haven't spent much time in front of the camera before, but they made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Every single one of the photos they delivered in our wedding gallery was gorgeous. Some of them are gorgeous art, and others are wonderful canids that capture all the joy and love from our wedding day. Booking our engagement shoot, wedding, and gallery premier with them was a breeze, and we cannot wait to use them for family photos in the future. If you're looking for kind and joyful photographers to capture you and your family as the most lovely versions of yourself, Alex and Anastasiia are the team for you!
  

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• Diana S. Sent on 12/17/2023
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  Incredible Experience

  Alex and Anastasiia are INCREDIBLE! My husband and I will never be able to say thank you enough for the absolutely STUNNING memories they captured for us. They are such a fun, friendly, awesome couple to work with. We love you guys and will definitely use for my sisters wedding! 11 out of 10- WOULD RECOMMEND

  Alex and Anastasiia are INCREDIBLE! My husband and I will never be able to say thank you enough for the absolutely STUNNING memories they captured for us. They are such a fun, friendly, awesome couple to work with. We love you guys and will definitely use for my sisters wedding! 11 out of 10- WOULD RECOMMEND

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• Stevan T. Sent on 09/21/2023
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  So happy I found So Tender is Humanity

  When I was browsing for a wedding photographer for my private wedding of 4, I was really excited when I found So Tender is Humanity. Looking at their portfolio online, their artistry stood out from the rest to me.
  
  They are such a joy to deal with! Our wedding had two guests and by the end of day, Alex and Anastasiia were just like friends we had invited! We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our wedding and we highly recommend So Tender is Humanity for yours!
  
  
  
  
  
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  When I was browsing for a wedding photographer for my private wedding of 4, I was really excited when I found So Tender is Humanity. Looking at their portfolio online, their artistry stood out from the rest to me.
  
  They are such a joy to deal with! Our wedding had two guests and by the end of day, Alex and Anastasiia were just like friends we had invited! We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our wedding and we highly recommend So Tender is Humanity for yours!
  
  
  
  
  
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• Amy E. Sent on 01/09/2023
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  Balance of Artistic Creativity and Classic Elegance

  I really wanted classic, beautiful portraits to frame for my family and to hang up at home, but I also really wanted some artistic shots - things I would not have taken myself or would not have been able to capture. I loved that Alex was able to do a perfect balance of this for us. I wanted lots of photos of the guests, and he absolutely delivered. There were classic shots, staged but fun shots, staged but really lovely and creative shots, images that he recreated based on my mom and grandmother's wedding photos, candid shots, artistic images, photos of the details I put together for the day...everything I wanted. I really enjoyed the video montage of photos that was put together with music. I could not be happier with these photos, and both bride and groom families adore them as well. I can't recommend So Tender is Humanity enough. While the photographer was a big investment in money (it felt to me), I am truly thrilled with how it turned out.

  I really wanted classic, beautiful portraits to frame for my family and to hang up at home, but I also really wanted some artistic shots - things I would not have taken myself or would not have been able to capture. I loved that Alex was able to do a perfect balance of this for us. I wanted lots of photos of the guests, and he absolutely delivered. There were classic shots, staged but fun shots, staged but really lovely and creative shots, images that he recreated based on my mom and grandmother's wedding photos, candid shots, artistic images, photos of the details I put together for the day...everything I wanted. I really enjoyed the video montage of photos that was put together with music. I could not be happier with these photos, and both bride and groom families adore them as well. I can't recommend So Tender is Humanity enough. While the photographer was a big investment in money (it felt to me), I am truly thrilled with how it turned out.

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• Denisse V. Sent on 06/27/2023
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  Hire them!

  Anastasiia and Alex are amazing! My now-husband and I worked with them for our engagement + wedding photos, and creating our wedding album. One tip I received prior to booking photographers was that, beyond making sure you like their work, photographers are going to spend one of your most important days close to you and your husband – so make sure you like being around them! Anastasiia and Alex are just that – talented and phenomenal to work with, but also fun, friendly, and attentive! My husband isn’t the most patient when taking photos and Anastasiia and Alex worked their magic, getting the classic shots in quickly and then capturing what I can only say is the essence of our wedding. From emotional shots, to fun dance moves, and endearing moments, they captured it all, with an artistic and beautiful eye. The wedding album they created is one of my favorite possessions. Do yourself a favor and hire them!

  Anastasiia and Alex are amazing! My now-husband and I worked with them for our engagement + wedding photos, and creating our wedding album. One tip I received prior to booking photographers was that, beyond making sure you like their work, photographers are going to spend one of your most important days close to you and your husband – so make sure you like being around them! Anastasiia and Alex are just that – talented and phenomenal to work with, but also fun, friendly, and attentive! My husband isn’t the most patient when taking photos and Anastasiia and Alex worked their magic, getting the classic shots in quickly and then capturing what I can only say is the essence of our wedding. From emotional shots, to fun dance moves, and endearing moments, they captured it all, with an artistic and beautiful eye. The wedding album they created is one of my favorite possessions. Do yourself a favor and hire them!
• Regan A. Sent on 01/23/2023
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  Tldr: hire them

  My now husband and I were lucky enough to be introduced to Alex and Anastasiia at our friends’ wedding right after we got engaged and knew immediately that we would hire them for our own wedding. We loved how they became part of the party, literally dancing alongside wedding guests to get the most candid shots, while also somehow feeling practically invisible. Alex and Anastasiia have an amazing ability to capture incredible documentary moments while letting your wedding day stay YOUR wedding day.
  
  From the moment we reached out, Alex and Anastasiia pushed us outside our comfort zone to make sure that everything we received as part of our package was so very, truly US. The very first thing they asked us – before they wanted to know anything about our aesthetic or wedding plans – was about the most daring thing we both had done. When we both gave answers that had to do with backpacking, they immediately suggested that we find a way to make a camping shoot happen for our engagement photos. Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to actual CAMP with my wedding photographers, but a few months later, sure enough we found ourselves in Shenandoah for the weekend with Alex, Anastasiia and our dog. I could go on about how fun the weekend was, how they were so prepared for everything, gave us so much of their time and energy and how amazing it is to become actual friends with your photographers – that weekend will always be one of the best memories of the whole wedding process. But really the photos speak for themselves. What an extraordinary gift to have who you are and the things you hold closest at such a pivotal moment in time captured so perfectly.
  
  And when it came time for our wedding day, we were already so comfortable with them that it felt like having two more friends in the room while we were getting ready, standing up with us as we exchanged vows and, once again, alongside us and all our friends on the dance floor. Months later, our friends and family still comment in disbelief over how amazing our wedding photos are, how they encapsulate who my husband and I are so perfectly. I am forever grateful to have these memories captured so vividly and to have gained two incredible friends along the way. I cannot recommend them enough and if you’ve read this far I hope it’s clear that you should be hire them immediately.

  My now husband and I were lucky enough to be introduced to Alex and Anastasiia at our friends’ wedding right after we got engaged and knew immediately that we would hire them for our own wedding. We loved how they became part of the party, literally dancing alongside wedding guests to get the most candid shots, while also somehow feeling practically invisible. Alex and Anastasiia have an amazing ability to capture incredible documentary moments while letting your wedding day stay YOUR wedding day.
  
  From the moment we reached out, Alex and Anastasiia pushed us outside our comfort zone to make sure that everything we received as part of our package was so very, truly US. The very first thing they asked us – before they wanted to know anything about our aesthetic or wedding plans – was about the most daring thing we both had done. When we both gave answers that had to do with backpacking, they immediately suggested that we find a way to make a camping shoot happen for our engagement photos. Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to actual CAMP with my wedding photographers, but a few months later, sure enough we found ourselves in Shenandoah for the weekend with Alex, Anastasiia and our dog. I could go on about how fun the weekend was, how they were so prepared for everything, gave us so much of their time and energy and how amazing it is to become actual friends with your photographers – that weekend will always be one of the best memories of the whole wedding process. But really the photos speak for themselves. What an extraordinary gift to have who you are and the things you hold closest at such a pivotal moment in time captured so perfectly.
  
  And when it came time for our wedding day, we were already so comfortable with them that it felt like having two more friends in the room while we were getting ready, standing up with us as we exchanged vows and, once again, alongside us and all our friends on the dance floor. Months later, our friends and family still comment in disbelief over how amazing our wedding photos are, how they encapsulate who my husband and I are so perfectly. I am forever grateful to have these memories captured so vividly and to have gained two incredible friends along the way. I cannot recommend them enough and if you’ve read this far I hope it’s clear that you should be hire them immediately.

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• Lee L. Sent on 01/04/2023
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  Just perfect

  We hired Alex to photograph our 50 person wedding party. He not only was one of the less expensive options that we found for our small-ish party, but was also such a pleasure to work with. Friendly and professional throughout. The photos came out AMAZING. We specifically requested more candid shots throughout the evening and he delivered just that. Some really incredible moments caught on the dance floor that I will always have!

  We hired Alex to photograph our 50 person wedding party. He not only was one of the less expensive options that we found for our small-ish party, but was also such a pleasure to work with. Friendly and professional throughout. The photos came out AMAZING. We specifically requested more candid shots throughout the evening and he delivered just that. Some really incredible moments caught on the dance floor that I will always have!
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  I am absolutely in love with the results of a creative photoshoot that Polyakov Photography did for Igor and I. They made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and had endless ideas for our shots. You can really feel our love when you look at the pictures - they really know how to capture the moment. I would highly recommend them for your engagement shoot, wedding shoot, or just a fun shoot on a Saturday afternoon. I can't wait to share our pictures with everyone! Thank you, Alex & Anastasiia!

  I am absolutely in love with the results of a creative photoshoot that Polyakov Photography did for Igor and I. They made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and had endless ideas for our shots. You can really feel our love when you look at the pictures - they really know how to capture the moment. I would highly recommend them for your engagement shoot, wedding shoot, or just a fun shoot on a Saturday afternoon. I can't wait to share our pictures with everyone! Thank you, Alex & Anastasiia!

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• Leah Sent on 11/07/2022
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  An Incredible Duo!

  Alex and Anastasia were wonderful throughout our wedding photography experience. They were enthusiastic, engaged, attentive, and punctual through the entire process. Alex was creative and collaborative for our engagement shoot -- his recommended locations proved to be gorgeous. During our wedding, Alex and Anastasia captured all of the important moments from a variety of perspectives -- my sister-in-law exclaimed how the photos looked better than real life! Their video compilation and curated galleries were lovely! I had a few edits I wanted and Alex and Anastasia were incredibly receptive. Overall, my experience was phenomenal, my husband and I are so happy we chose So Tender Is Humanity for our special day.

  Alex and Anastasia were wonderful throughout our wedding photography experience. They were enthusiastic, engaged, attentive, and punctual through the entire process. Alex was creative and collaborative for our engagement shoot -- his recommended locations proved to be gorgeous. During our wedding, Alex and Anastasia captured all of the important moments from a variety of perspectives -- my sister-in-law exclaimed how the photos looked better than real life! Their video compilation and curated galleries were lovely! I had a few edits I wanted and Alex and Anastasia were incredibly receptive. Overall, my experience was phenomenal, my husband and I are so happy we chose So Tender Is Humanity for our special day.
• Christian M. Sent on 05/26/2022
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  Absolutely amazing photographers -- hire them if you can!

  If you are looking for wedding photographers... look no more! Anastasiia and Alex were absolutely the best of the best and we would hire them again any day without thinking twice! They were extremely pleasant to be around at all times but never intrusive, and their work is absolutely stunning. I would give 10 stars if I could. Book them for your event if they are available... you will not regret it!

  If you are looking for wedding photographers... look no more! Anastasiia and Alex were absolutely the best of the best and we would hire them again any day without thinking twice! They were extremely pleasant to be around at all times but never intrusive, and their work is absolutely stunning. I would give 10 stars if I could. Book them for your event if they are available... you will not regret it!
• Haleigh E. Sent on 04/23/2020
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  Great experience!

  We couldn't have been happier with Alex and Anastasiia! They regularly touched base with us before our wedding which made us feel that they were completely on top of things - and they were! They were on time, professional, and made us feel so comfortable. They did an amazing job at the wedding and we couldn't be happier with our photos and with them. Many of our guests said that Alex and Anastasiia felt like they were part of the family at the wedding and were dancing right along with us.

  We couldn't have been happier with Alex and Anastasiia! They regularly touched base with us before our wedding which made us feel that they were completely on top of things - and they were! They were on time, professional, and made us feel so comfortable. They did an amazing job at the wedding and we couldn't be happier with our photos and with them. Many of our guests said that Alex and Anastasiia felt like they were part of the family at the wedding and were dancing right along with us.

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  Thank you so much for your kind words, Haleigh!
• Don M. Sent on 05/09/2022
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  Perfect from booking to the wedding day

  Alex and Anastasia were exactly what we wanted for our wedding day. Their website caught our attention, but their personalities hooked us. From the engagement session to the wedding day, they were kind, funny, and professional. They took over when we needed them to and stepped back to catch the action when it was perfect. We highly recommend them for your wedding.

  Alex and Anastasia were exactly what we wanted for our wedding day. Their website caught our attention, but their personalities hooked us. From the engagement session to the wedding day, they were kind, funny, and professional. They took over when we needed them to and stepped back to catch the action when it was perfect. We highly recommend them for your wedding.

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  Look no further -- just hire Alex and Anastasiia and don't look back

  Hiring Alex and Anastasiia was easily the best decision we made for our wedding. You can obviously look at their photos and see for yourselves that they are incredible photographers — their thoughtfulness, artistry, and technical skill is second to none. More than that though, they’re just incredible, kind, and funny people who are great to have around (which is so important, because you will spend your entire wedding day with your photographers). They navigated through the hustle and bustle of our wedding day with ease and big smiles. Our wedding was documented so authentically and beautifully, and we are so grateful to them both! Thank you!

  Hiring Alex and Anastasiia was easily the best decision we made for our wedding. You can obviously look at their photos and see for yourselves that they are incredible photographers — their thoughtfulness, artistry, and technical skill is second to none. More than that though, they’re just incredible, kind, and funny people who are great to have around (which is so important, because you will spend your entire wedding day with your photographers). They navigated through the hustle and bustle of our wedding day with ease and big smiles. Our wedding was documented so authentically and beautifully, and we are so grateful to them both! Thank you!
• Brian Sent on 12/27/2017
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  We did a photoshoot with Alex and he was great! Easy to work with and very receptive to feedback. We scheduled one session with our dogs at Sligo Creek Park and we got some great shots. However, our dogs quickly lost interest and made it tough to proceed so Alex offered to do a whole additional session in another setting in the city. In addition to his flexibility, the pics came out great! We can't wait to share them with our family and friends!

  We did a photoshoot with Alex and he was great! Easy to work with and very receptive to feedback. We scheduled one session with our dogs at Sligo Creek Park and we got some great shots. However, our dogs quickly lost interest and made it tough to proceed so Alex offered to do a whole additional session in another setting in the city. In addition to his flexibility, the pics came out great! We can't wait to share them with our family and friends!
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  The Greatest!

  Working with Alex and Anastasiia was a great experience! Alex spent time before the wedding to talk to me through the schedule and was reassuring about the timing of it all. Anastasiia the day of was like a fly on the wall and took amazing photos throughout the entire day (they both did). They even accommodated me after the wedding and provided the raw photos, which were just as great as the edited ones. Would definitely recommend working with them. They're worth the price.

  Working with Alex and Anastasiia was a great experience! Alex spent time before the wedding to talk to me through the schedule and was reassuring about the timing of it all. Anastasiia the day of was like a fly on the wall and took amazing photos throughout the entire day (they both did). They even accommodated me after the wedding and provided the raw photos, which were just as great as the edited ones. Would definitely recommend working with them. They're worth the price.
• Laura Sent on 05/24/2021
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  Best wedding photographers in the DC/VA area!

  Alex and Anastasiia are so fun and easy to work with, there’s no anxiety when it comes to having our photos taken. I’ve had them taken my engagement photos, my wedding photos and also my parents’ 40-year anniversary photos. My parents were a little shy about getting their photos taken, but they ended up having a great time with Alex. They’re still, to this day, raving about how much fun they had on the photo session.
  
  Aside from their soft skills of making clients feel heard and taken care of, their hard skills are what sold me: they have a gift in visual storytelling. The wedding photos I got back are vibrant and dynamic, and have captured the emotions so perfectly that I can almost hear the laughter and feel the love. Whether it’s posed portraits with experimental lighting/angles or photojournalistic shots that capture candid moments, the photos they deliver are just top notch.
  
  I would definitely recommend So Tender is Humanity for your wedding.

  Alex and Anastasiia are so fun and easy to work with, there’s no anxiety when it comes to having our photos taken. I’ve had them taken my engagement photos, my wedding photos and also my parents’ 40-year anniversary photos. My parents were a little shy about getting their photos taken, but they ended up having a great time with Alex. They’re still, to this day, raving about how much fun they had on the photo session.
  
  Aside from their soft skills of making clients feel heard and taken care of, their hard skills are what sold me: they have a gift in visual storytelling. The wedding photos I got back are vibrant and dynamic, and have captured the emotions so perfectly that I can almost hear the laughter and feel the love. Whether it’s posed portraits with experimental lighting/angles or photojournalistic shots that capture candid moments, the photos they deliver are just top notch.
  
  I would definitely recommend So Tender is Humanity for your wedding.

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• Carolyn P. Sent on 10/25/2021
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  The most amazing photographers!

  WOW! Alex and Anastasiia are simply amazing. They are so professional, so nice, and made us feel at ease throughout the entire planning process.
  
  Their photos are beautiful - they capture moments (the stuff that you truly want to remember when your wedding is over) and make every photo feel like a piece of art. We are beyond thrilled with all of our photos - they are unique and personal and immediately bring us back to the joy we felt on our wedding day.
  
  Don't pass up a chance to have them shoot your wedding - they were truly wonderful to work with and create the most beautiful photos!!

  WOW! Alex and Anastasiia are simply amazing. They are so professional, so nice, and made us feel at ease throughout the entire planning process.
  
  Their photos are beautiful - they capture moments (the stuff that you truly want to remember when your wedding is over) and make every photo feel like a piece of art. We are beyond thrilled with all of our photos - they are unique and personal and immediately bring us back to the joy we felt on our wedding day.
  
  Don't pass up a chance to have them shoot your wedding - they were truly wonderful to work with and create the most beautiful photos!!
• Erin F. Sent on 07/09/2020
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  Absolutely delightful, 10/10 would recommend

  Alex and Anastasiia were an absolute delight to work with, and honestly the MVP vendor of our entire wedding (and the rest of them were great too!). When people told us their thoughts on our wedding, most of them commented (unprompted) on how great the photographers were.
  
  Alex and Anastasiia get a combination of posed and documentary-style candid shots, and each and every one of them is STUNNING. When I look through our wedding album all I can think of is how well they captured how fun the day was and also "damn, they made us look GOOD!"
  
  This is not to mention that they are timely, professional, kind, creative, fun, and always prepared. 10/10, would hire again/recommend to anyone.
  
  https://polyakovphotography.com/stone-tower-winery-wedding/

  Alex and Anastasiia were an absolute delight to work with, and honestly the MVP vendor of our entire wedding (and the rest of them were great too!). When people told us their thoughts on our wedding, most of them commented (unprompted) on how great the photographers were.
  
  Alex and Anastasiia get a combination of posed and documentary-style candid shots, and each and every one of them is STUNNING. When I look through our wedding album all I can think of is how well they captured how fun the day was and also "damn, they made us look GOOD!"
  
  This is not to mention that they are timely, professional, kind, creative, fun, and always prepared. 10/10, would hire again/recommend to anyone.
  
  https://polyakovphotography.com/stone-tower-winery-wedding/
• Marling Sent on 12/23/2019
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  Best wedding photographers ever!

  I HATE taking pictures but Alex and Anastasiia made me feel very comfortable on my wedding day. It was like hanging out with best friends all night! They are very genuine, down to earth people who are extremely talented! You can tell they LOVE what they do! We could see the creative juices flowing despite the fact that we didn’t want to do a lot of posing. They captured all the special moments during our wedding and did a phenomenal job! For the price of one, you get two photographers who are married and understand the beauty of what they’re capturing. They delivered the photos during the time frame given and are very respectful of your time! They were never late for a phone call, arrived to the venue early and left later than agreed. Best experience ever! Oh! And they deliver your photos in such a special way!

  I HATE taking pictures but Alex and Anastasiia made me feel very comfortable on my wedding day. It was like hanging out with best friends all night! They are very genuine, down to earth people who are extremely talented! You can tell they LOVE what they do! We could see the creative juices flowing despite the fact that we didn’t want to do a lot of posing. They captured all the special moments during our wedding and did a phenomenal job! For the price of one, you get two photographers who are married and understand the beauty of what they’re capturing. They delivered the photos during the time frame given and are very respectful of your time! They were never late for a phone call, arrived to the venue early and left later than agreed. Best experience ever! Oh! And they deliver your photos in such a special way!
• Danielle Sent on 12/02/2019
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  The BEST Wedding Photographers!

  Alex and Anastasiia were an absolute dream. They went above and beyond from start to finish, helped my very camera-shy husband feel at ease, and did a truly amazing job capturing our special day. Photography was one of my top 3 in terms of priority vendors and I went down a serious internet rabbit hole researching photographers. My husband and I both couldn't be happier with our decision to hire Polyakov Photography and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great photographer in the DC area.

  Alex and Anastasiia were an absolute dream. They went above and beyond from start to finish, helped my very camera-shy husband feel at ease, and did a truly amazing job capturing our special day. Photography was one of my top 3 in terms of priority vendors and I went down a serious internet rabbit hole researching photographers. My husband and I both couldn't be happier with our decision to hire Polyakov Photography and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great photographer in the DC area.
• Allison Sent on 11/01/2019
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  Simply the best

  This couple duo is fire! Seriously, they did an amazing job with our engagement shoot, helping us plan for the wedding with a very detailed timeline and making the big day super fun! They just sent us our "sneak peak" of shots from our wedding on October 12, 2019.
  
  They really care about their craft, their communication is great, they are flexible yet also very organized. They made our first look shoot seamless, I was a little nervous about how it would all work but It was perfect! They used apple walkie-talkie feature to coordinate the exact timing of everything, it was so cute to watch them.
  
  When it came time to do pre wedding pictures with the bridal party they made it fun with little games and funny cues for various poses. After our pictures I didn’t notice them at all....until dancing started! They are also great dancers and they will go to great lengths for a shot! My family loved seeing Alex's dance moves!

  This couple duo is fire! Seriously, they did an amazing job with our engagement shoot, helping us plan for the wedding with a very detailed timeline and making the big day super fun! They just sent us our "sneak peak" of shots from our wedding on October 12, 2019.
  
  They really care about their craft, their communication is great, they are flexible yet also very organized. They made our first look shoot seamless, I was a little nervous about how it would all work but It was perfect! They used apple walkie-talkie feature to coordinate the exact timing of everything, it was so cute to watch them.
  
  When it came time to do pre wedding pictures with the bridal party they made it fun with little games and funny cues for various poses. After our pictures I didn’t notice them at all....until dancing started! They are also great dancers and they will go to great lengths for a shot! My family loved seeing Alex's dance moves!

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• Dan Sent on 09/07/2018
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  I researched 50+ photographers in the metro DC area and I am so glad I decided to go with Polyakov Photography. The quality of their photos, the value you receive, the professionalism and how they accommodate all surpassed my expectations. Thank you again, Alex and Anastasiia!

  I researched 50+ photographers in the metro DC area and I am so glad I decided to go with Polyakov Photography. The quality of their photos, the value you receive, the professionalism and how they accommodate all surpassed my expectations. Thank you again, Alex and Anastasiia!
• Sara Sent on 09/05/2019
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  Wonderful Photographers

  You will never find a nicer couple of photographers. It was such a pleasure working with Alex and Anastasiia. They have such a vibrant energy and made sure we had knew how to pose and that the big day was captured without a hitch. Their work is beautiful, and they bring a wonderful mix of innovative shots and classic portrait photography. You will not be disappointed, nor will you find a harder working or more personable and talented set of photographers.

  You will never find a nicer couple of photographers. It was such a pleasure working with Alex and Anastasiia. They have such a vibrant energy and made sure we had knew how to pose and that the big day was captured without a hitch. Their work is beautiful, and they bring a wonderful mix of innovative shots and classic portrait photography. You will not be disappointed, nor will you find a harder working or more personable and talented set of photographers.

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