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About
Award-winning photographer Peter M. Michael captures memorable images with great skill, creativity, and artistry for all to enjoy. He provides high-quality images that meet or exceed your expectations. He has worked as a photographer for The Saturday Evening Post and is published in other magazines, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Old House Journal. Peter is an active member of the Photographic Society of America (PSA) and Professional Photographers of America. He is glad to work with you to achieve the outstanding results you are hoping to receive.
Peter's Thumbtack prices are significantly below his standard rates.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 336 times
45 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
2 employees
6 years in business
Business hours
Sun7:00 am - 10:00 pmMon7:00 am - 10:00 am
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Services offered
Event type
Wedding
Birthday party
Corporate event
Bridal or baby shower
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
170 reviews
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Robyn T.
4 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter was awesome. He shot so many beautiful photos for our wedding and had them back to us in record time. Wedding was on Saturday and had the edited pics back by Wednesday! His pricing is fair, great customer service and he was just wonderful.
Details: Wedding • 100 - 149 guests • Indoors
IN Dancing Light Photography's reply
Robyn, Thank you for the kind review. It is much appreciated. It was my pleasure working with you and photographing your wedding. Wishing you the best for a long and happy marriage.
Wedding and Event Photography
Andersen V.
3 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter came to our wedding and took some of the best, and most stunning photos ive ever had, and made mine and my wife's day 10x better.
Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Indoors • Physical proofs or prints • Album or photo book
IN Dancing Light Photography's reply
Andersen, Thank you for the gracious review. It is much appreciated. I was glad for the opportunity to photograph your wedding. Wishing you the best for a long and happy marriage.
Wedding and Event Photography
Tyler F.
6 days ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter was great to work with! He was quick to respond to initial inquiry with all information and accurate quote! He didn’t mind that we were a little late to the spot and stayed until our session was complete! I recommend Peter for all types of photography, especially engagements as he is very knowledgeable and has great work!
Details: Proposal photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Outdoors • One location • Album • My home, venue, etc.
IN Dancing Light Photography's reply
Tyler, Thank you for the review. It is much appreciated.
Peter
Engagement Photography
Vishal p.
Jul 26, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter was very pleasant to work with, he was very punctual and professional. The quality and quantity of images he captured were great, he was able to capture the prime moments of the event.
Details: Family or children's portrait • Office • My home, venue, etc.
IN Dancing Light Photography's reply
Vishal, thank you for the review. It is very much appreciated.
Best regards,
Peter with IN Dancing Light Photography
Portrait Photography
Janika E.
Jul 19, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Peter was absolutely amazing to work with! He did the photography for our daughters quinceañera and was great! He captured all the most important moments and everything in between! I cannot express how happy we are with his work!
Details: Birthday party • 200 - 300 guests • Indoors • Physical proofs or prints • Album or photo book
Wedding and Event Photography
Credentials
Background Check
Peter Michael
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My fees are priced to provide exceptional quality at a good value. In addition, I offer discounts on some studio weekday headshots and portraits.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Understanding the types and styles of images you need helps meet or exceeding your expectations. Images only have value if they achieve the customer's goals and purpose. I work with the customer to understand their desires. This allows me to capture the images that are most important to them.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Photography has been a lifelong passion. I have a master's degree in Instructional Systems Technology (IST) focus on photography from Indiana University. My many years of work experience as a magazine photographer has honed my skill. I participated in many workshops and seminars.