Janelle Lyford Photo
Janelle Lyford Photo

Janelle Lyford Photo

$600
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Introduction: I specialize in surprise proposals in Acadia National Park, Portland, and Cape Elizabeth, Maine - so if you're looking to propose to the love of your life, I'll be there to capture it, as well as help you plan it all out! I also have extensive experience photographing couples, engagements, weddings, and elopements in Acadia National Park. I can also provide plenty of location suggestions in Acadia, Portland, Cape Elizabeth, and surrounding areas. Getting married? GREAT - I LOVE love, and I love capturing it even more, and have photographed 50+ weddings and elopements. I offer free engagement sessions with all my wedding packages - it helps us to get to know each other before you step in front of my camera on your big day! During your wedding, I'll be there to coordinate, support you, calm your nerves, photograph you (of course!) and capture all the moments so you can look back even years later to remember your day of love. Your story is unique, let me help you tell it! I provide laid-back photo sessions that capture you (and your loved ones) in the most authentic and real light. I let your emotions do the storytelling. From initial contact, to photoshoot details, to day of the shoot, all the way up to the final delivery (and let's be honest, probably beyond that!) I am here to support, inform, and encourage you every step of the way. I'll be your best friend and hype-woman on the day of the shoot. I'll show you how to pose, capture ALL your best angles, and photograph the best version of you. I have 10 years of photography experience - most of which I acquired while living and working abroad in Asia. There, I focused on documentary and street photography. While in South Korea, I was a fashion photographer for 3 years and worked with models and influencers. I've been back in Maine since February 2021, and love taking my experiences and influences from Asia and intertwining them with my photo style today. Looking forward to help you tell your story through photos! Be sure to check out my website for my portfolio, investment info, and location recommendations!
Overview

Hired 37 times

Serves Augusta, ME

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1 employee

10 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Stripe, and Venmo.

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347 photos

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    Wedding and Event Photography

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.

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Zachary R.
Aug 28, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

Janelle did a great job documenting our engagement in Acadia! She was very prompt with communication, and the photos were phenomenal, if you're looking for professional photos in Maine Janelle is the one for the job!

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • Two locations • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Will S.
Mar 10, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

I hired Janelle to take photographs of my proposal and for the engagement photos afterwards, and Janelle was absolutely amazing through the entire process. Not only were the pictures stunning, but she helped me pick a location to propose and walked me through the steps to get to the specific location since I was unfamiliar with the area. On top of this, the original plans for the proposal were postponed due to a snowstorm, and Janelle not only communicated with me throughout the process, but also quickly figured out a back-up plan that would work for the next day. Janelle truly went above and beyond, and I cannot recommend her enough. I would legitimately give her six stars if I could, she was beyond professional and excellent in every way.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • Ability to purchase prints online • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Greg M.
Dec 8, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

Janelle was great to work with. She was very helpful setting up the shoot. She provided us a great location idea and directions how to get there. She even scoped the spot out the day before. Would recommend Janelle for anyone looking for someone to photograph a suprise proposal in Maine!

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Katherine M.
Sep 22, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

Janelle was fantastic to work with. She was super accommodating and helped us pick out our perfect location, as well as making last minute adjustments to the occasion due to the wedding. We could not have asked for a better photographer.

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography
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Paul D.
Sep 18, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

We cant thank Janelle enough for our photos. They were beautiful. Not only were her photos great she was also very responsive, insightful and able to accommodate us when we had to change plans. Thank you Janelle! We love it and hope to work with you again if we’re in the area!

Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Wedding and Event Photography
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Janelle Lyford