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David Paul Photography

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About
My philosophy of photography is to capture that emotional moment which will make a photograph special for generations. Our photographers are especially adept at candid photography where people are relaxed and in their natural state of being. We combine elements of this “photojournalistic” style with fashion photography. The results are albums, DVDs, and photographs which tell complete stories, which capture people’s personalities. I promise to listen very carefully to what you want, and create lasting memories through my photography that are truly special. I will do everything I can to make your wedding day fantastic. I really want you to be ecstatic with your photos, albums and DVDs. I promise to go the extra mile to make your experience with my business 100% satisfying. Our focus is on your needs, and this contributes to making us at the top of the list for Cleveland wedding photographers.
Overview

Hired 294 times

Serves Elyria, OH

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5 employees

22 years in business

Business hours

Sun6:00 am - 11:59 pmMon6:00 am - 11:59 pm

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

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Services offered
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Photo style

Traditional posed

Candid

Artful composition and lighting

Natural or environmental

Wedding photographer also needed

Yes

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Reviews

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

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Donna S.

Jun 8, 2026

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David was an amazing find. He cared about our wedding photos and edited and sent them to us extremely quickly. No months long wait!

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors

David Paul Photography's reply
Thanks Donna! Your wedding was so sweet, and I am happy that you are delighted with your final images. I was speedy in getting the edited photos back to you, and feel appreciated :)
Wedding and Event Photography
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Taylor W.

Jan 7, 2026

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David did a wonderful job with our engagement photos! He had great recommendations for locations and posing, and I couldn’t be happier with how the pictures came out! We are very excited to have him shoot our wedding as well!!

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • I'm flexible • Indoors • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

David Paul Photography's reply
Thank you for the lovely review! And thanks forbearing the cold and the wind at the Cleveland Art Museum to get these fabulous photos. I am also really looking forward photographing your wedding !! David
Engagement Photography
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Michael E.

Jun 18, 2026

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I had a great experience working with this photographer. From start to finish, he was professional, easy to work with, and made the entire shoot feel comfortable and natural. What stood out most was his attention to detail and ability to give direction without making things feel forced. He took the time to find good angles, helped with posing when needed, and made sure we got a variety of shots instead of rushing through the session. The final photos came out sharp, high-quality, and gave me plenty of great options to choose from. You can tell he takes pride in his work and wants his clients to leave with photos they’re genuinely happy with. If you’re looking for someone who’s professional, talented, and easy to work with, I definitely recommend booking with him. I’ll be working with him again in the future.

Details: Social media profile • Outdoors • 1 person • My home, venue, etc.

David Paul Photography's reply
Thank you Mike! You made my job so easy by being prepared with several great outfits, being right on time, and willingness to try some playful shots, which ended up working out great. I am glad that you liked my direction during the shoot - most people who hire me are not professional models and need advice on what to do with their hands, camera angles, and movement. I am glad that you had a great experience, and look forward to working with you again!
Headshot Photography
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Lauren C.

4 weeks ago

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Finding a photographer who actually makes a living doing this was exactly what I was looking for. His experience covers everything from family portraits to published work, so you’re learning from someone who truly knows the craft. He’s easy to talk to and teaches in a way that feels more like learning from a good friend instead of sitting through a formal class like I was in a lecture hall. He adjusted his teaching style so I could understand and kept me involved the entire time, making sure I understood. Even with his busy schedule as a professional photographer, he made time for me, worked around my availability, and even responded to my request the same day. I learned more in my first lesson than I expected, and left feeling more confident with my camera. If you’re thinking about taking photography lessons, I highly recommend him. I’ll definitely be continuing to work with him.

Details: What the teacher recommends • Intermediate • Improve knowledge of lighting • Improve scene composition • 26 - 44 years old • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Photography Lessons
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Joseph B.

Feb 23, 2026

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David did an excellent job capturing memorable pictures of our conference. He was on time, brought an artistic flair to the pictures and captured what we needed. I highly recommend him for professionalism, quick turnaround time and flexibility.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Indoors • Two locations • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

David Paul Photography's reply
Joseph - such kind words! I do a great deal of corporate work, and your meeting at the Ritz-Carlton was very well organized, which made it easier to photograph. But the highlight was photographing everyone having fun at the gala event at the Rock & Roll HOF! I especially enjoyed getting the large group photo from above while riding backwards up the escalator. Glad that you were happy with me!
Engagement Photography
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