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Caitlin Sent on 06/28/2020Unparalleled Wedding Photographer
I without question would recommend Weddings by Hanel to every Bride & Groom. Hanel was an absolute pleasure to work with from the moment we met him- He is extremely professional while still being warm and kind in a way that sets you at ease and makes you excited and comfortable in the present moment. Hanel will capture your wedding in ways that you would never imagine. Hanel’s photography literally creates your wedding into a work of art and we are so thankful we chose him to capture our special day. Choosing Hanel to do our wedding photography was probably one of the easiest wedding decisions we made. From the moment we met with him we felt at ease and excited to have him capture our day. The package we chose included an engagement shoot. We had never done a photo-shoot before and definitely had never worked one on one with a professional photographer so to say we were nervous is an understatement. The engagement shoot was our first time truly experiencing how talented Hanel is and we were beyond blown away by his ability to make us feel comfortable and enjoy the moment as a couple. Hanel effortlessly directed us from where we should lay our hands, how to stand and to where we should look to create that perfectly romantic shot. When our wedding came a year later I was confident and excited that Hanel was the one capturing our special day. Hanel was everything we'd ever hoped for and more in the photographer capturing our day. Hanel was able to snap the most gorgeous and unique photos that made our hearts swell when we saw our gallery. I also must say his ability to work in different environments is quite amazing. My bridal party and myself were running 4 hours behind and in November that means little to no natural light and that gave me such anxiety but Hanel was able to capture BEAUTIFUL pictures using his techniques, team and years of experience. We’ve gotten and continue to get numerous compliments from our bridal party, family and friends about how on point Hanel’s direction was as well as his level of professionalism. Hanel is able to use the surrounding venue/space to create unique pictures that will make your jaw drop. Our venue was the Palace at Somerset Park and there are many cookie cutter pictures that all couples take there but Hanel has such a unique eye that even the staff at the Palace was impressed by his ability to capture moments differently and better than large wedding photography companies. If I was nervous or concerned leading up to the wedding I was able to easily contact him directly and express my concerns and every single time Hanel would respond in a timely manner with great suggestions and words of comfort. If you’re engaged and looking for a photographer please take the time to check out Weddings By Hanel. You will not be disappointed. -
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A&D Sent on 03/14/2026Amazing wedding photographyer
We hired Hanel on the recommendation of another couple and it worked out perfectly. Hanel and his team worked tirelessly to get the perfect pictures of our wedding which was in late June 2025 in NYC and the heat was pretty high. I recommend any couple to take time and answer his worksheet as much as possible to make the process seamless. Hanel and his team not only captured amazing photos but was crucial for making me and and my spouse feel comfortable through the entire process. Hanel is clearly well equipped and his experience led us to amazing photos on the biggest day of our lives. 5 out of 5. -
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Valerie Sent on 12/28/2025Amazing job!
Hanel and his team did an amazing job with the photography! The photos turned out absolutely stunning - as we knew they would be from looking at his portfolio of work. He is an expert on lighting and captured exactly the mood and vibe we were looking for. We’re so happy with how the photos turned out, and wholeheartedly recommend working with him! -
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Dianne Sent on 05/23/2025Look no further and hire Hanel!
I've seen Hanel's work for 3 weddings before my own. I knew from the first wedding that I would one day hire him to capture mine - it was a no brainer! Not only are his photos absolutely stunning and timeless, but he is also such a pleasure to work with. (The best combo!) From virtual meetings planning how the day will flow and on the actual wedding day itself, he will help guide you through everything. He pays attention to the details that are important to you as the client, all while making sure he captures your wedding day perfectly.
Wedding days move very quickly and things can get overwhelming, but Hanel's understanding of how wedding days flow allows him to take care of you as the bride & groom. Although he is working, he makes sure you also get to enjoy your big day and not get too caught up in all the business—this was something we really appreciated. Him and his team will go above and beyond and make sure there is nothing you have to worry about.
ALL of Hanel's work is beautiful and intentional. He even provides such a unique experience when viewing your full gallery once it's ready. My husband and I will never forget how we felt seeing all our photos for the first time. Our wedding is a day we wish we could relive again and again, and the photos he captured did exactly that.
Hanel is extremely skilled, talented and is truly the best at his craft. We highly recommend him. (: -
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Samuel Sent on 12/12/2024Hanel is great!
Hanel is the absolute BEST! He was very responsive when we initially reached out and immediately put us at ease. We booked him first for engagement photos, and we got along really well. He made us feel comfortable and relaxed even though we both get weird around cameras. The photos were great!
For our wedding, he helped us plan our shot list, showed up early to the venue, and took incredible photos. I can't say enough about how he captured the joy and overall vibes of our wedding ceremony and celebration.
On top of all that, he is quick to get the photos back!
10/10. Highly recommend -
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Alyssa Sent on 06/17/2024
15/10 recommend!
We booked Hanel for both our engagement shoot and wedding. We cannot say anymore great things about him. His email responses were timely, thorough and it was incredibly easy to set up time to meet with him to discuss his and our visions.
My husband and I are not camera people in the slightest, and often make silly faces in order to balance our awkwardness.
However, Hanel and his assistant made us feel at ease during both shoots, and gave easy directions for us to follow throughout that ultimately made us feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera. They were so welcoming/friendly, and we felt like we were just hanging out with our friends for the day.
Hanel was able to handle the chaos that were my family and friends on the wedding day, and easily navigated all the different groupings for photos the day of with immense ease. He kept to our wedding timeline without making us feel rushed.
Our photos were sent back to us quickly after a month, and they were absolutely gorgeous. I had never felt so beautiful in my life (neither has my husband) and Hanel was able to capture those feelings forever for us.
Thank you again for everything Hanel.
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Diana Sent on 01/31/2024Stunning work!
Hanel and his team are true professionals! The eye him and his team have for catching the beauty in every moment is outstanding. We are in awe with the work they provide. Not only is the output artistic and amazing, their kindness and patience is incredible. Day of my wedding, I was stressed out - until Hanel walked in. I knew we were in good hands because he is a great director for where to go and what to do. I found Hanel because my brother used him for his wedding, a cousin used him, and of course I had to too. Word of mouth - but I hope to spread the word to others as well. Very deserving for the best recognition possible!! -
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Isaac Sent on 08/19/2023Professional, accommodating - the BEST experience!
Working with Hanel and his team was one of the best decisions we made! We were a little nervous about the photo / video aspect because we feel like we never know what how to pose or didn't want to be awkward but Hanel made us feel comfortable from the moment we met. The photos and videos from our wedding are more beautiful than we could have imagined and exceed our expectations. They truly look like they belong in a magazine. Hanel is such a professional, gives off such a calming energy, and was able to pivot and accommodate us without a second thought when things changed or popped up. I cannot recommend working with Hanel enough. -
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Annie Sent on 06/09/2022
Great attention to detail and knows how to pick the spots!
Highly recommend Hanel! We live in Georgia but needed to hire a photographer in NY and we had no issues the entire process. We also had a budget and he was able to offer us budget friendly rates, especially for NY. I can tell he has good detail as a photographer when he was doing the bride& groom photoshoot for us. He also caught some amazing captures of laughter of our family during our reception. Hanel was very professional and very nice the entire time we worked with him! -
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Peter Sent on 05/29/2022superb photographer
Hanel is a superb wedding photographer. Friendly, competent, professional, and exactly who you want for your wedding. We were so comfortable knowing we had him there to document everything for us. He's adept with staging and posing, helping put us at ease and directing the show when he needed to. During the ceremony, he was unobtrusive and never missed a beat. Ceremony, details, glamor photoshoot, family shots, dancing; or noontime direct sunlight, dimly lit libraries, or triggered flashes, he has it all covered. Extra shoutout to Mike too, his second shooter. General advice: your photographer is the vendor that you work closest with throughout your wedding day, so find someone you trust. Don’t skimp (though Hanel’s quite affordable). While we were searching, Hanel stood out to us because we thought we sensed a strong distinct style throughout his gallery. His work is both honest and dramatic. We will treasure these photos forever. -
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Chris Sent on 05/01/2022Incredible!
We were a 2020 couple and had to pivot to a much smaller ceremony in 2021, but were looking for a way to incorporate all of our original (and much larger!) guest list. We found Hanel and his team online, and could not have been happier with our decision. Incredibly professional, responsive, and flexible. The livestream of our wedding was top notch - it was so incredibly professional (photo of us and classical music played for guests while waiting for the ceremony to begin), various shots/angles, clear quality, etc. We heard from so many guests who watched virtually and they said it was incredible! We also watched ourselves after the wedding and were blown away, and are now so happy we have this keepsake! Highly recommend, for live-streaming or regular video services, you will not be disappointed! -
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Kate-Camilla Sent on 04/29/2022The Best Out There
I'm not sure how to explain how amazing Hanel is. From the moment we met him two weddings ago, there was no doubt that we would hire him for our wedding. And were so thankful we did. You will gain a friend and an amazing photographer! He is hospitable, kind, eager and yet so focused on his craft. The process in preparing for the wedding was smooth and organized which I admired because every little detail was not overlooked. Every angle, every moment was captured perfectly - even more so, more perfect than I could have EVER imagined. -
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Mina Sent on 12/28/2021Having Hanel for our wedding day for our films was one of the best choices we've made!
Even before our engagement, we knew how amazing Hanel's work is from our friends' wedding film. And after we decided to work with Hanel as our own videographer, Hanel helped us continually for over two years and during the unprecedented times. Hanel was always so professional and personal at the same time and made our planning and our wedding date effortlessly smooth.
With the outcome of our film, we are so amazed how Hanel was able to capture and edit the most precious and beautiful moments during our special day( and night).
We are beyond thankful for Hanel for the most sentimental film that we will cherish forever!!
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Jack Sent on 11/27/2021Hanel was amazing!
Hanel and his team did a fantastic job capturing our wedding. They thought of everything, had creative ideas, and gave us great service! The photos and videos were once incredibly high quality, would highly recommend! -
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Rachel Sent on 11/08/2021Very professional photographer taking great pictures!
Hanel is one of the best photographers in town! He and his assistant are very professional and has great attention to detail. The pictures he took are also very artistic. His style and vision aligns really well with what we are looking for in a wedding photographer. Would definitely recommend him to any couples! -
Jun Y. Sent on 10/21/2021
Hanel the Best
We chose Hanel as our photographer and it was probably one of the best decisions we ever made! Here are the reasons why we loved Hanel:
1. His photoshoot and editing skills are great, I think that's obvious.
2. He is flexible and very attentive to details --we had our wedding in Rochester, NY, and he arrived there a day before the wedding day to survey the area, all the while getting a flat tire during the process. Diligent quality you want from anyone.
3. Has a great personality--we were a bit nervous about having photo shoots in the public area like inside the Central Park NY,; my wife and I are relatively shy about posing in front of others in public, but he made the entire photoshoot a really fun experience and we didn't make us feel uncomfortable at all.
It's a shame. I can't give him higher rating than the ones the system allows us to give, because we really loved Hanel and I would refer him to all my friends and family that needs a photographer.
Thank you Hanel! -
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Enea Sent on 10/01/2021Brotzman-Yard Wedding 09/26/21
We used Weddings by Hanel for our virtual wedding ceremony. As I have a large family, we decided to provide our guests the option of joining virtually if they were unable to attend in person. It was soooo incredibly successful. When I got to our sweetheart table, I glanced at my phone to find text messages from friends/family that tuned in virtually. They all proceeded to tell us how beautiful the ceremony was and how grateful they were able to be with us. Weddings by Hanel was kind, detailed, knowledgeable, and so pleasant to work with! For anyone looking for a videographer, this is the vendor to book! -
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Eleanor Sent on 11/02/2020This is your guy!
Hanel was a God send!
First off we had a last minute 2 month planned Covid mini wedding after we made the decision to cancel our massive one.
Know I am extremely picky with photography as we both used to own a film production company. I was drawn to Hanels eye when I saw his portfolio. Know he did not disappoint.
If you're looking for a pinterest worthy picture, without looking cheesy with a cinematic edge Hanel is your guy.
Not only did he do our photos, but he also did our Zoom for the many guests who couldn't be there that was put on a Massive 75 inch TV for us to see.
I'm British, so none of my family could be there, he made this so unbelievably seamless and special. Everyone raved how professional it was.
He is very approachable & great at directing pictures in a non invasive way. When I was younger I modeled for a living and know I have met so many annoying photographers and Hanel is literally a dream. He also worked with our budget seems we had a microwedding. Highly recommend him! -
Elisjana Sent on 09/09/2020
Incredible!
Hanel tells the story of the best days of our lives through his compelling and candid photography. He captured the essence of our love with beautiful images from our engagement and wedding. Hanel creates depth and gravity through detail, ensuring that even the small things are perfect. He adds a personal touch through strategic lighting, flattering poses, and chin angles. Hanel made us feel comfortable during awkward moments when we couldn’t figure out what to do with our hands or how to pose. During our wedding, he kept an eye out for all of our guests by talking to the group and letting them know what he wanted them to do. He evokes emotion through his style and creative eye. In addition to his amazing talent, his humble personality sets him apart from the crowd. -
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Jaclyn Sent on 08/11/2020
Stop looking and book him! Highly recommend!
We couldn't be happier about our entire experience with Hanel! On the day that we booked him, we actually had a meeting with another photographer later in the day. After meeting with Hanel, we cancelled on the other photographer because we didn't want to waste his time when we knew we were choosing Hanel! He is so friendly and truly cares about his clients. He wasn't quick to talk to us about packages, pricing, etc. but genuinely wanted to hear about our story and what we were looking for. We booked him (photo/video) for our big wedding (August 2020), but because of COVID, we moved our big wedding to next year. However, we still got married this year (June 2020 - 15 people total including my husband and I), so I asked Hanel if he would be willing to shoot our small wedding as well. He was more than willing and we are SO HAPPY with our pictures. Honestly, it seemed like a friend was taking pictures of us. We were so comfortable and he made great use of our surroundings. I highly recommend Hanel for any event!!! Affordable and awesome! -
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Raymond Sent on 02/24/2020A true professional and artist
Hanel is a true artist and professional. From the moment we met him, he exhibited a meticulous attention to detail and understanding of the flow of weddings. He put us at ease with the thoughtful questions he asked, things that we would have never thought of or expected, and he continued to communicate to maintain our confidence in having chosen him. When it came to the day of the wedding, he was punctual, prepared and mindful of time. He was very proficient in posing us, getting his shots quickly, and made creative use of our surroundings. He did a great job capturing the moments we shared, the details we had put thought into, the mandatory group photos, and the fun that was had. As a semi-pro photographer, I hold photos to a high artistic and technical standard and Hanel delivered on all fronts! His work was worth every penny and I couldn't recommend him enough! -
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Serenity Sent on 02/21/2020Excellent and professional videographers
Hanel and his team were professional, experienced, and great to work with. We used their videography services for our wedding in October 2019 and are very pleased with the results. Adam, our videographer for the day, went above and beyond to capture footage from multiple angles. Hanel put together a lovely highlight reel that really captured the joy of the day. Throughout the process, Hanel was easy to get in touch with, made sure everything was discussed in advance so the actual day went smoothly, and followed up at appropriate times. We got a package that included full footage from both the ceremony and the reception, and we are looking forward to revisiting our wedding day for many years to come! I would highly recommend Weddings by Hanel for your wedding videography (and photography) needs! -
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Danielle Sent on 10/29/2019I highly recommend hanel!
From one bride to all the other brides out there, we all know how STRESSFUL the BIG day can be from start to finish. I have to say the one thing that made one of the biggest things a huge relief was our amazing photographer, Hanel. There are so many amazing things I can say about him. He was so nice, super professional and extremely helpful during the whole process. I really felt like he made sure we looked AMAZING for our photos from adjusting my hair to keeping an eye on all the little things that will make the photo just that much better! He made beautiful suggestions that we never thought would look so good! He has such an eye! In the end, we LOVED our photos. I couldn't be happier. It was a pleasure to work with him and I highly recommend him!!! -
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Maggie Sent on 09/22/2019Wonderful photographer!
Hanel was so easy to work with both in the lead up to our wedding and on our wedding day. I was honestly a little worried about taking photos but he made it all so comfortable and stress free.
Most importantly-we LOVE the photos that Hanel took of our wedding. -
Jieun Sent on 07/25/2019
He is the best photographer ever!
He came to the place early and see what angles are good and even helped us to set up name cards on the tables so he could get me and my husband at the middle in photos. The whole family asked so many pictures but he made all of them so perfectly. Very impressed!!! I definitely recommend him to my friends! 식 전에 일찍와서 주인공들 자리 셋업을 도와주었어요! 그래야 저희 커플이 전체적인 사진 중간에 찍힐 수 있다면서요ㅎ 그 외에도 저희 가족들이 사진을 엄청 많이 요청했는데, 전부다 정말 잘나왔어요!! 그중에 애기 사진찍는게 참 어려운데도 잘 찍어주셨더라구요~ 완전 강추합니당!!!! -
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Jane Sent on 07/12/2019Exceptional. Hanel is in a different class when it comes to wedding photography - he is creative, attentive and fun.
When searching for a photographer to capture our NYC elopement, Hanel’s journalistic style caught my eye. And when we spoke on FaceTime, I instantly understood his passion to capture a full love story and knew he was the right photographer for us. On top of this, his manner and perfect communication just spoke volumes - I really liked him.
When we stepped out of the car at the conservatory Gardens on the day of our wedding, we hit it off instantly. He set about reading the vibe of each part of the ceremony and capturing it without fuss. And afterwards I can’t believe how he managed to make an afternoon of posing for photos so much fun! He calmly posed us, ensured we were looking our very best and found some exquisite shots. Thanks to him, we relaxed and had the best time - we felt like we were with a friend.
Thank you so much Hanel, not only for capturing our day beautifully and producing an iconic set of photos, but for being our wedding witness, and for carrying my handbag around! I know we will see you again soon in NYC. -
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John Sent on 05/06/2019Wedding in Philly
Hanel did an excellent job for our wedding. We were very happy with the quality of his work. On the top of that, he was very professional, courteous and flexible to accommodate with every request we made. Thank you for your excellent work! -
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Samantha Sent on 10/23/2018Best Phtographer You Will Find Anywhere!
This is a long review but it is because I wholly believe that Hanel is the best photogapher in NYC! If you want to love your wedding photos, hire him ASAP! He is for sure the best photographer that you will ever have the opportunity to hire. I was exhaustive in my search to find a NYC photographer whose work was elegant and sophisticated. There are SO MANY photographers out there, but so few with any actual talent and understanding of lighting, posing people, attention to environment and ambiance, etc. I know that sounds harsh, but just take a look around your Facebook or any wedding website and it seems like everyone with a decent camera thinks they are worthy of a National Geographic cover. If you are going to splurge anywhere, SPLURGE ON A GOOD PHOTOGRAPHER! And save yourself the regret and book Hanel right now. He will be professional, he will be calm, he knows how to pose everyone (no random, rushed grouping of people, no awkward poses), he has excellent ideas that will execute flawlessly and his work is STUNNING. Literal perfection. He truly understands lighting and has actual vision and taste! I really hit the jackpot with Hanel and I will never stop singing his praises. Even my wedding guests kept coming up to me during the day to tell me how impressive of a photographer he was. I’ve been to so many weddings where the photographer was mediocre at best and it showed when the wedding photos came in. My wedding photos look like a staged shoot and it’s all because of Hanel!!! I cried when I got my album because he truly captured everyone in their best light. My photos effectively tell a story from start to finish. No tacky poses, no ugly angles, no horrible coloring or cheap purchased filter packages. Hanel is the real deal. Book him before Vogue or Harper’s Bazaar snatches up all of his time! -
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Sarah Sent on 04/07/2018Hanel's portfolio blew me away from the beginning. From the first emails and phone conversation I knew he was our photographer! He is quick to respond, so kind, and so, so helpful! My now husband and I eloped in New York city and us being from Michigan were lost on where to start. Hanel suggested some great places for the pictures and was kind enough to offer up some great restaurants to try. I highly suggest him! You won't be disappointed!
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Beanca Sent on 12/05/2017After looking tirelessly for our wedding photographer we finally found what we were looking for at Wedding by Hanel. He was absolutely brilliant from start to finish. Professional, efficient, friendly and, most importantly, took the most fabulous photographs of our wedding, in challenging cold weather and he is also very patient on handling situations despite the fun and crazy times we had in our reception, he still managed to capture great memories. Everyone loved him!! I highly recommend him, I swear No regrets and just fun filled love and happiness on your wedding day! Til next time Hanel, wedding anniversary this time around! :)
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Hemmy Sent on 07/08/2014Hanel took both our engagement shots and wedding photos! We were so impressed with his drive to get us really amazing, genuine photos of us. Even though we are very unnatural at being models (especially the hubby) you couldn't tell from the photos! Many friends commented that they were the best photos they've seen, with a genuine sweetness in them. Thanks, Hanel!!! You're the best! -
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