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white shutter photography

white shutter photography

Rockford, IL
4.8 out of 5 rating, 14 Reviews
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  • User1348193 Sent on 09/25/2013
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    Takes breathtaking photos & helps direct the flow of the wedding. Shows great passion in what they do. You will be satisfied.
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    Kate Sent on 11/21/2012
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    My husband and I couldn't have asked for a better experience than the one we got with White Shutter Photography for our wedding. Not only were our pictures gorgeous but the attention to detail from Aaron and Philan was truly amazing. They were with us for 12 hours and not only snapped pictures but helped us in getting ready and dealing with some interesting family situations. I recommend them most highly.
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    Danny Sent on 03/11/2013
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    Looking for a local photographer who had experience shooting a same sex couple was no easy task. As a matter of fact, only one name came up. After visiting their website the first time, I knew I was looking at more than just pictures. I was looking at each person's heart and soul. So, after about five more visits, we decided that we had to meet with Aaron and Philan. Since that first meeting, Aaron has taken our engagement photos, our family photos and most recently Philan joined in to take our wedding photos. The only people who we trust to capture our emotions is our friends at White Shutter Photography. Check out their website, fall in love, set up a meeting and I guarantee you'll look no more.
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    Kirsten Sent on 03/18/2013
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    Aaron and Philan are fabulous! More than just photographers, they are wedding coordinators, fashion stylists, wedding experts, cheerleaders, Mr. and Mrs. Fix-It, and most of all, supportive friends. They were our favorite people to work with during our engagement and big day and always made us feel so relaxed. Their photos are gorgeous and we are so happy we chose them to be a part of our special day. I have never received so many compliments on pictures. We will forever remember our wedding day and how much fun we had with their beautiful work!
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    Allison Sent on 02/21/2013
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    Aaron and Philan were great to work with! We appreciated Aaron taking time to get to know us and our story during our engagement photo session, and it made us feel more comfortable with him for our wedding day. He also gave some helpful suggestions on the order of events for the day. Both Aaron and Philan captured the details of our day and had good ideas for outdoor photos, even in January. We are very happy with our wedding pictures and thankful that we chose Aaron and Philan to be a part of our wedding!
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    Lindsey Sent on 02/19/2012
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    Aaron and Philan of White Shutter Photography exceeded all of the expectations we could have had for our wedding day! When we first interviewed Aaron he told us that he wouldn't just be our photographer, he would help the entire night run smoothly- he did. Aaron and Philan came the hotel prior to our ceremony. Philan took precious photos of me, my mom, and my girls while helping me into my dress! Aaron hung out with my husband beforehand, taking photos, helping him into his tux, and making everything seem easy. Aaron helped us execute a strategic plan for more pictures to be taken prior the ceremony, without us seeing each other:) It was brilliant! Five minutes before I was ready to walk down the aisle I was standing in the bridal room at my church, doing my best to stay calm, when Philan came in and just started snapping pictures- I was immediately at ease. As the night went on, Aaron and Philan were everywhere. Aaron's creative eye never stopped! He would have shot photos all night if we didn't have a reception to get to.

    Our pictures are amazing. Some people will tell you that photography isn't that big of a deal because you only really get a couple of pictures you want to save and showcase for the rest of your life. We got hundreds, seriously. We have no regrets recommending White Shutter Photography to all brides- they are truly fantastic.

    Lindsey & Kevin
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    Rachel Sent on 02/25/2012
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    If you are looking for the BEST photographer for your wedding or any other important event in your life, look no further!!!!! Aaron and Philan have an amazing talent for photography and they compliment each other unbelievably well as a team. They are truely artists. But, not only are they artists, they are professional, caring, hard working, and no one will make you feel more comfortable while being photographed. As a hairstylist, I have watched many wedding photographers and have yet to see anyone work the way Aaron and Philan do. I have never felt as beautiful as I did in my wedding photos. My husband and I are excited to spend many more of our special moments with them. Thank you! And, WELCOME to the White Shutter FAMILY!!!!!!
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    Jessica Sent on 02/19/2012
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    In LOVE with our photos!...White Shutter Photography was more than I could have asked for! Aaron and Philan were so wonderfully fun-loving and friendly; they made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and really cared about making the day enjoyable. My family and friends were impressed with their ability to keep the flow of the evening while having fun with us! Professional yet outstandingly fun! We LOVE our photos and have so many wonderful ones to remember the day! We highly recommend White Shutter for all special occasions!
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    C Glenn Sent on 02/29/2012
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    We needed a photographer for our wedding and we ended up with a photographer for life. We were looking for more than cookie cutter photos and wanted something to help us make our what it should be, a day that we would never forget. Aaron and Philan helped us to achieve this goal and expanded upon it tenfold. From the moment we showed up for our preliminary meeting, we were treated with respect and professionalism and by the time we left, we felt like we were having coffee with an old friend. We have received nothing but compliments on all of our photos and books, and our 2 foot canvas hanging in our entryway always causes guests to linger while they stop to admire the work. We have since booked Aaron and Philan for several life events and even locked them in for photos of our unborn daughter. I can not stress enough how wonderful Aaron and Philan are, and can say with pure honesty that we have found the only photographers we will ever use.
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    Brett Sent on 02/18/2012
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    I can't imagine there could exist a better wedding photographer than Aaron and Philan. Creative, attentive to detail, attentive to our personalities. Also very calm and never bossy, unlike some wedding photographers. Always immediately responsive in the planning time leading up to the wedding. We found their prices to be very reasonable compared to other photographers we looked into. We still follow their blog a year and a half after our wedding. Can't say enough good things.
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    Saylom Sent on 02/18/2012
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    Aaron and Philan were great! Our wedding pictures turned out wonderful. I am a very hard person to please and White Shutter exceeded all my expectations. If you want to have great pictures then contact White Shutter.
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    Daniel Sent on 02/19/2013
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    AMAZING and Thoughtful !!! When we began planning our wedding we knew that one of THE most important things to my now wife and I was capturing the moments you wish to remember. During our first meeting with Aaron and Philan we knew we couldn't go with anyone else. We instantly felt comfortable and taken care of. On the Big Day, we had some hang-ups with time and they were there to keep us on track. They go above and BEYOND just "snapping" a picture..........they are ARTISTS and capture moments. Our families were extremely impressed with their teamwork and how they execute the more formal family pictures(especially considering how hard it is to keep the family focused for more then a couple minutes). Nearly EVERY picture is worth framing. My wife and I will ALWAYS recommend Aaron and Philan - White Shutter Photography for ANY event you want to capture.
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    Luann Sent on 09/12/2017
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    When I was researching photographers, White Shutter was everything I wanted. All of their reviews were fabulous and they sounded amazing. The reality was a little different. I didn't hear from them until the day before the wedding, even after I had emailed them a few weeks before, and the week before. I probably should also have called, but did not. While our wedding photos turned out amazing, we had to wait over 5 and a half months to receive the the final product when the contract said we should have them in 6-8 weeks. I emailed them multiple times with no response. My husband eventually got a hold of them and we received our photos shortly after that. They're great people and the photographs were everything that I wanted, but I think having to wait 5+ months to receive our photo's was too long. I definitely recommend them as photographer's but keep this in mind.
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    Carly Sent on 02/19/2018
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    I chose Aaron and Philan based on all the great reviews. I met with Aaron first, he gives a great "sales pitch." Their work is stunning. Its obvious from their portfolio they have amazing style and talent. But as another reviewer pointed out, that's kind of where it ends. Correspondence was nearly non-existent up until the wedding... which, in their defense, they seem to be very busy. They have a bunch of kids and their own business... but if you are someone that requires a lot of personal attention, choose a different photographer. The wedding day went pretty smoothly. I appreciate Aaron's ability to command a room, he was diligent about getting every last shot and Philan couldn't of been any sweeter. After the wedding day is when the issues really came to ahead. it took about 5 months to receive our wedding photos (the contract said to six-eight weeks). Two months after the wedding, I would send an email every few weeks inquiring about the status of our photos. IF i got a response (and thats a big IF), it was "they'll be ready soon"... but they wouldn't come, and I would have to follow up again. After 3 more months and an apology email, I finally received our photos (they were beautiful). Ordering the album was a TOTAL NIGHTMARE. The entire process lacked correspondence and follow up again... it took another 6 months of me bugging Aaron to finally get what we paid for. For how much they charge, the least they could do is respond to an email. Its a shame because I don't think they are "bad people"... its just obvious they're overloaded and in desperate need of a secretary or intern. Ultimately, I always felt I was a nuisance rather than a paying client. Sure they produce great work but i'm not sure if they were worth the stress.