Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Cleveland Wedding & Family Photographer
We are Don and Alena, a husband-and-wife photography team based in Cleveland, Ohio. Since 2000, we have dedicated ourselves to capturing life's most meaningful moments through a documentary, natural, and fun approach. Our style prioritizes unobtrusive storytelling, focusing on genuine emotions and authentic interactions. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in wedding, engagement, and family portrait photography, serving clients locally and internationally.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our attention to detail, prompt communication, and ability to adapt to unique client needs. We believe photography should be an enjoyable experience, blending creativity with professionalism to deliver images that resonate deeply with our clients.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Photos
Family Portraits
Creative Portraits
Travel Photography
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 23+ years of experience in documentary-style photography since 2000
- Our two-photographer team ensures comprehensive coverage of weddings
- Documentary approach prioritizes unposed, emotional storytelling
- Immediate response to client communications via email or text
- Customizable packages with optional albums and extended coverage
What people say
Incredible photos
Professional and affordable
Creative and personable
Stunning quality
Excellent service
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography captures your special day with a documentary-style approach. We focus on candid moments and emotional storytelling while providing guidance for formal portraits. With two photographers working simultaneously, we ensure comprehensive coverage from preparations through reception. Clients receive high-resolution images and optional coffee-table books to preserve memories.
Engagement Photos
Engagement sessions create lasting memories while helping couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. These sessions typically last one hour and can be held at preferred locations. Images are delivered digitally with print rights, ideal for save-the-date cards or personal keepsakes that document your relationship journey.
Family Portraits
Family photography sessions capture generational connections in natural settings. We accommodate groups of all sizes with flexible scheduling options. The session includes creative direction while allowing spontaneous interactions to shine through. Clients receive edited digital images suitable for both digital sharing and professional printing.
Creative Portraits
Creative portrait sessions emphasize individuality through unique compositions and lighting techniques. We collaborate with clients to develop concepts that reflect personal style or professional branding. These sessions work well for updating social media profiles, creating art pieces, or documenting personal milestones with distinctive visual storytelling.
Travel Photography
We provide photography services at locations beyond our Cleveland base, including national and international destinations. This includes logistical planning assistance for weddings at unique venues. Travel coordination ensures seamless execution while maintaining our signature documentary approach in diverse environments.
People
Alena
Lead Photographer
Co-founder with 23+ years of experience, specializing in emotional storytelling through documentary-style photography. Holds a degree from Cleveland Institute of Art.
Don
Photographer
Co-founder and partner with extensive experience in capturing candid moments. Graduated from Case Western Reserve University with technical expertise in photography.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We primarily use documentary-style photography with natural lighting, supplemented by creative direction for formal portraits.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
We've specialized in wedding photography since 2000, with over 23 years of combined experience as a team.
Do you offer destination wedding coverage?
Yes, we provide photography services for weddings held domestically and internationally with advance planning.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Packages include full-day coverage with two photographers, edited digital images, and optional albums or books.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead, though we can accommodate shorter timelines when available.
Can we request specific photo styles or poses?
Absolutely - we welcome Pinterest boards or reference images to incorporate your vision into our natural approach.
