Steven was professional, efficient and funny! He did a fantastic job of organizing my chaotic bridesmaids and keeping us on task. His pictures turned out wonderfully and we would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a wedding photographer!
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SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for the awesome review, Jordan! It was so amazing meeting you two and being a part of your beautiful wedding day! Thanks for having me be a part of it! You guys are the best!!!
Stephanie C. Married on 05/13/2023
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The best in the business!
My husband and I got married a few weeks ago and hired Steven as our photographer for many reasons. He was highly recommended by our venue and we now understand why. Wedding planning can be stressful at times but Steven was super communicative and helpful throughout the entire process. Not to mention his photos are breathtaking! He is friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable about his field. We now consider Steven a friend and we would work with him again in a heartbeat. Thank you for making our day so perfect!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Stephanie, for your amazing review! It was so wonderful getting to know you guys, working with you two, and being a part of your beautiful wedding day! Thanks to you both for being so much fun and such an awesome couple!
Gina P. Married on 04/22/2023
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Thoughtful and organized
Steven helped us get through our day, he is a professional through and through and we couldn’t have made it down the aisle without him! He is so thoughtful and organized, every step of the way he was guiding us
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Gina, for the wonderful review! You and Matt are such an amazing couple! It was so great meeting you both and being a part of your beautiful wedding day! Wishing you two the very best!!!
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Chris J. Married on 04/21/2023
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Steven was awesome!
Steven shot our wedding and did so well! He was very accommodating and was able to get everything we wanted captured!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Chris, for the awesome review! You guys are awesome, and your wedding was amazing! Thanks so much for having me be a part of it! Wishing you guys the very best!!!
Katherine S. Married on 04/07/2023
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Steven is the bomb!
He was absolutely delightful to work with. Always responded promptly to all emails we sent and very thorough in everything. Top notch Photographer. Very professional. The pictures came out even better than expected. HIRE THIS GUY!!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for the awesome review, Katie! It was so much fun working with you two! Thanks for having me be a part of your beautiful wedding day!
Alexandra R. Married on 01/15/2023
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Amazing Wedding Photographer
Steven was incredible from start to finish. When inquiring about booking him for our wedding day he scheduled a phone call with my husband and I to get to know each other and see what we were expecting from him. Throughout the wedding planning process he would check in and see how we were doing and ask if there was anything he could do to help us! Steven is very personable and made us feel comfortable and excited during our wedding day photoshoot. He was amazing at navigating our large families and making sure we got all of the pictures we wanted on our special day. His photos are beautiful and the turn around time was so impressive. I highly recommend Steven and SJA Studios if you're looking for a wedding photographer!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thank you so much Alexandra for your wonderful review! It was so great being able to work with you and Hayden on your big day. You guys were so much fun! Thanks for having me be a part of it. Wishing you two the very best!
Eric Married on 01/08/2023
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Amazing Photography
Steven was an absolutely amazing photographer to work with and we couldn’t have asked for a better person to capture our special day. He was extremely quick and responsive during the entire planning process. From the time we first inquired, until after the final product was delivered, Steven made sure we were on track with planning and provided his own tips/tricks along the way. On our wedding day, Steven helped create a fun and relaxed environment, we had a blast going around the property and taking different shots. We love our wedding photos, thank you again SJA Studios for being a part of our day!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for your awesome review, Eric! Yours and Ji Soo's wedding was absolutely amazing!!! It was such a pleasure working with you two! Wishing you guys all the best!
Tiffany S. Married on 12/30/2022
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Wonderful Wedding Photographer
We had the pleasure of working with Steven at SJA Studios for our wedding and could not have asked for a better photographer! We live in WA and got married in AZ and Steven was very good about keeping in touch throughout the months leading up to the wedding and especially when we go to the last 60 days. He was creative and professional and made sure to understand what we were looking for in order to make sure we got all the photographs we wanted. He was very familiar with the venue and knew all the great spots to take the best pictures. It was truly a pleasure to work with Steven and we would highly recommend him!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Tiffany! It was so amazing meeting you two and having the chance to work with you on your beautiful wedding day! It was awesome! Wishing you two the very best!!!
Kristen Married on 11/19/2022
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Great wedding photographer
Professional, easy to work with. Pictures turned out great
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for review, Kristen! You wedding ceremony and reception were so much fun! It was really amazing working with you guys!!!
Allison Married on 09/25/2022
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Steven was recommended to us through our wedding venue The Boojum Tree. Lucky for us because he was the most helpful, knowledgeable and easy to work with photographer I have ever experienced! His photos were stunning and throughout our wedding journey he was there every step of the way offering advice and asking if we needed help with anything. On our wedding day my husband referred to him as a “ninja” because he was able to capture all the amazing moments without us even knowing he was there! He not only knows all the great spots for photos but asks you if you would like anything additional or have any ideas so as to make sure there are no possible photos you might have wished he took. You will not be sorry with Steven! I am so glad the Boojum Tree recommended him!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for the wonderful review, Allison! It was so amazing working with you two! Your wedding was stunning! Thanks for having me be a part of it!
Catherine C. Married on 06/05/2022
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Truly an amazing photographer!
We hired Steven with SJA Studios to be our photographer for our destination wedding in Arizona. Steven was incredibly kind and personable from the start. He anticipated our every need - everything from meeting through video chat cue to our distance, offering reliable advice on photography locations, and keeping us up to date on the local happenings in Arizona.
Since our wedding was tiny (5 people total!), Steven graciously offered to split our wedding package to include a family session a couple of days before the wedding. Steven's in-depth knowledge of the local area lead us to the perfect location in Scottsdale for our family photos. With his keen eye for design, he was able to balance the family seamlessly, so nothing looked out of place or awkward.
For the wedding, Steven was flexible to meet us at our Airbnb for pre-wedding photos. He sent us a pre-planned list of items that he would like to photograph while we were getting ready, which saved us TONS of time.
Steven was prompt, polite to our guests, and friendly with all of the other vendors. During the ceremony, Steven thoughtfully placed himself around the venue without disturbing anyone. He even went out of his way to take a few pictures of our party at our restaurant reception.
Overall, Steven is the best photographer we ever hired, hands down! His experience and expertise in photography helped us capture the most important memories that we will cherish forever. The photos that he shot for us were breathtaking! If you are looking for an expert photographer (and not someone's hobby!), definitely choose Steven with SJA Studios!
Mabi M. Married on 05/28/2022
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Look no further, SJA Studios is THE BEST!!
From start to finish, we couldn’t have been more pleased with Steven Aquilino and SJA Studios! Hands down, Steven was the best vendor we worked with throughout our wedding planning process! In preparation for our wedding in Phoenix, we reached out to multiple photographers; Steven was the only one to respond to our inquiry. Never having planned anything like this before, Steven spent quite a bit of time during multiple phone calls walking us through the process and explaining what we could expect. His extensive experience with wedding photography not only eased any anxiety we had, but also inspired some great ideas (which turned into wonderful memories!). Steven was always extremely responsive to e-mailed questions and provided all the information we were looking for each time (and we had a lot of questions). Along the way, Steven did little things to enhance our experience like sending a tin of gourmet cookies and a Starbucks gift card. On the day of our wedding, Steven worked extremely hard to ensure we got all the photos we wanted. The photos are fantastic!! We love looking at them all the time and have such wonderful keepsakes of our special day! We feel very grateful that Steven responded, and was available for our wedding! We would absolutely recommend him without hesitation to anyone for any occasion! Working with him was a highlight of our planning/preparation and he added so much to the overall experience and the wedding day itself! Thank you so much Steven Aquilino and SJA Studios!!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for the awesome review, Mabi! It was so much fun working with you two during the planning process and on your beautiful wedding day! Thanks for being such wonderful clients! Wishing you two all the best!
Lauren K. Married on 05/07/2022
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Awesome experience!
Steven was very accommodating of our schedules, very quick to reply to any questions we had and his work is top notch. Thank you for capturing our day!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, guys! it was such a blast working with you two on your big day! Wishing you guys the very best!
Lauren Married on 05/07/2022
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AMAZING! Look no further!
Steven is so easy to work with, always checking in throughout the process and ensured everyone was on the same page. He always made sure we were on track to get the photos we wanted and even went the extra mile to photograph our dog! 10/10 across the board! He was quick and even turned around an engagement shoot photo sample set within a few days to make sure we had photos for our party!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Lauren! It was so amazing to be able to work with you two on your beautiful wedding day! Wishing you guys the very best!
Erica D. Married on 04/24/2022
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Amazing wedding photography experience with SJA Studies (Steven Aquilino )
If you are looking for the *perfect* wedding photographer (or special occasion photographer), look no further! Steven Aquilino with SJA Studios exceeded all of our expectations on our big day in April 2022. When it comes to professional photos, I now understand the importance of having a photographer that is passionate about his work and also kind and inviting, making the experience as a whole effortless and so enjoyable! This was our first time taking professional photos and Steven made us feel amazing every step of the way! Outside of Steven being a professional in his art, he was thorough, patient, and captured all of the special moments and memories from the moment we arrived for set up, to the ending of our wedding! Just days after our wedding, Steven was already sharing sneak peek photos with us, and completed our full photo gallery within 2 weeks of our wedding! We highly recommend SJA Studios to anyone who is needing to capture a beautiful moment in time. Hands down a 10/10 experience!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for the awesome review, Erica! It was so amazing working with you two on your beautiful wedding day!
Samantha E. Married on 03/20/2022
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Super responsive, so kind, and amazing photographer!
Steven was by far the most responsive vendor we hired. He always responded to my emails within 24 hours, often even within 30 minutes! It was such a relief to know that I could rely on him for the wedding. We purchased a 4 hour package for our intimate wedding. In addition to the 4 hours we had together on wedding day, we met with Steven once in person, once over Zoom, and then once again on-site before the wedding day to plan out our photos. He helped us take really natural photos and perfectly captured our emotions on our wedding day. He made us feel like models even though we had never taken a good photo together before! Steven showed us sneak peaks within a few days of our wedding, and returned our entire wedding portfolio within a few. I would 10/10 recommend Steven to anyone looking for natural, bright photos and a photographer they know they can trust!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Samantha! You guys were awesome! It was so great to be a part of yours and Gabe's beautiful wedding day. Wishing you two the very best!!!
Jen M. Married on 03/13/2022
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Awesome photographer!
Steven was great throughout the whole process-- great communication, responsive to the photos we wanted, and very positive and professional. Plus, the pictures look great!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Jen! It was so amazing being a part of yours and Chris's beautiful wedding! Thanks for being such awesome clients!
Alyssa G. Married on 03/05/2022
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Excellent!
Steven was wonderful to work with! All of our photos turned out beautifully. I would highly recommend him!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Alyssa! You and Jon were so much fun! Thanks for having me be part of your big day! Wishing you two all the best!!!
Denice J. Married on 01/07/2022
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Absolutely Amazing!
Steven was such a blessing. He knew exactly what we would want in wedding photos. He is one of the nicest people I have ever met. He gave us pictures we will truly treasure forever!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Denice! It was so amazing working with you two on your beautiful wedding day! Wishing you guys the very best!!!
Jai Married on 12/18/2021
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Incredible!
Choosing Steven was one of the best decisions we made. We are thrilled to have found him. He captured the entire storyline of our wedding so remarkably. He is a true talent behind that camera, very sincere and helpful. Not only did he check in with us frequently every step of the way, he finished our photos in less than 2 weeks from the wedding. One of the coolest people to work with and we are truly grateful he was part of our big day. Thank you Steven for all your hard work and giving us the most beautiful photos. My husband and I will treasure them forever. I highly recommend Steven for your wedding photos. You will be so fortunate to have him as a photographer. Look no further, he is the absolute best!
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks, Jai for having me be a part of your absolutely stunning wedding! It was so awesome being able to work with you and Kenny throughout the planning and on your big day! You guys are the best!!!
Ella F. Married on 10/09/2021
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Great photos & personality - Highly recommend
Steven was a fantastic photographer to work with. He has a friendly demeanor and made us feel comfortable. His responsiveness gave us confidence that the photos would turn out great and be delivered in a timely manner. He was gracious through the whole process and was patient with our families when trying to wrangle everyone in for group photos. His professionalism and the quality of the photos make the cost absolutely worth it and we plan to ask him for his services for other events. He really made a great impression on us.
SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Nick and Ella! It was so great working with you guys on your beautiful wedding day!
Cara M. Married on 10/08/2021
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Amazing Photographer
Steven was an incredible choice for our Sedona wedding! We booked him in 2019 before Covid changed everything. When we had to postpone our wedding a full year out, he made the process easy and agreed to still be our photographer. Steven was great about keeping in touch, so that when the wedding rolled around, we were very comfortable around him. He felt more like a friend than a stranger. He even sent me the sweetest card after my dog passed away, and I’ll never forget that.
Our wedding photos turned out beautiful, and he made capturing them a breeze. He knew how badly I wanted the red rocks of Sedona in my photos, and he made that happen. Our photos are high quality, gorgeous in color, and perfectly capture the emotions of that day. I highly recommend choosing Steven as your photographer!
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SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much, Cara! It was so amazing working with you guys and being a part of your wedding day!
Renee Married on 09/29/2021
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Steven is amazing!
I cannot say enough great things about Steven. I saw his website and knew he was the photographer I wanted for my wedding/elopement. He understands lighting very well and knows exactly how to pose a person to create the most flattering photos. I was extremely happy with him and his service. He kept in contact with me and asked a lot of questions. I HIGHLY recommend him.
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SJA Studios's reply:
Thanks so much for your review, Renee! It was so amazing working with you two! Wishing you guys all the best!
Julie S. Married on 08/11/2021
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Absolutely Amazing!
I had the best experience with SJA Studios! Steven was professional, flexible, and captured my day beautifully. I'm so appreciative of his efforts and would definitely recommend to anyone in need of an excellent wedding photographer.
Stephanie O. Married on 04/24/2021
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Incredible!
Steven was an excellent photographer to work with he was very professional and responsive. He stuck with us throughout the Covid pandemic and beyond! He has an excellent eye for beautiful photography. We were thrilled to see our gorgeous wedding photos. We would recommend him to anyone!
