M4J Photography
M4J Photography

M4J Photography

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Introduction: I love shooting candid photography to catch the best pure moments at any time. I believe that catching a moment in time that can virtually never be reproduced is what I live for as a photographer. I also love getting to know my clients so that they can loosen up and feel more comfortable taking photos. Once they can truly be themselves during a photo shoot or event, candid actions or moments of laughter are caught more often. I love meeting new people and interacting with them. I also love getting photos of a special event that is very important to the person, so they'll have memories that they'll never forget.
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Hired 89 times

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2 employees

12 years in business

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  • Wedding and Event Photography - Pittsburgh 2019

    Wedding and Event Photography

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Reviews

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

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Caleb W.
Aug 8, 2019
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Mike did an amazing job with our engagement shoot. He was very good about being inconspicuous and my now fiancé never suspected it. Madlyn Mergler and I could not be more pleased. His photos are very professional and I loved the poses he picked. He was really good at making us look happy, attractive, and in love. We are so thankful for him and if we are ever in Pittsburgh again we will be sure to let him know. We are going to be looking for a wedding photographer, so I do not think we will have to look very far. Thank you again, M4J Photography!!!!!

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

Wedding and Event Photography
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Jeanette L.
Apr 7, 2019
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From the first message to the handshake upon finishing the session, Michael was communicative, transparent, genuine, down to earth, responsive, extremely professional and heartwarming. He took his time to explain the whole process beforehand, and was very thorough in explaining terms, invoice, pricing etc. He arrived on time to the location. The photo session went smoothly, and he took his time to take various angles, depths, and multiple shots of the same pose. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about working with him. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! The photos turned out STUNNING, professional and candid for my website, just as I had wanted them. Will definitely be recommending and rebooking only him for future photo events when needed regardless of the project. Thanks Mike!

Details: Professional headshot • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Office • 31 - 50 shots • Digital or online download • The portrait photographer travels to me

Portrait Photography
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Richard Z.
Nov 8, 2018
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Being my first photoshoot, I was not sure what to expect. I guess one could say I came in overprepared like I would a test. I realized quickly though, as I sparked a conversation both online and in person with Michael, that I did not need to be anxious. For starters, Michael was very responsive and got back to me within an hour of me sending out a request. Because I am a big procrastinator and waited until the last week to schedule my senior photos, I found myself scrambling to get things done. Michael assured me that he could accelerate the process, and accelerate he did! We scheduled a photo shoot the next day and the pictures we took were very attentive in detail with lots of variety. He was very patient with my many ideas and allowed me to have some freedom when choosing what I wanted to do (poses, locations, etc). I was able to talk to him throughout the shoot about his interest in photography and connected his experiences with similar ones in my own life. I always love hearing from someone with a different artistic perspective on art itself. My point is, Michael is not just a strict photographer who has set rules, but rather a complex artist who perfects his craft by taking in input from his clients and adding slight artistic touches to 'spice' up the photo. Side Note: Other than being a great photographer, I was able to talk to Michael as if he was a longtime friend. We talked about schooling, artistic endeavors, and movies such as "Ant-Man and the Wasp" which defied every law of the universe known to man! Conclusion: I would highly recommend:)

Details: Solo portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • As recommended by the professional • Digital or online download • Physical proofs and prints • Ready to hire the right photographer now • The portrait photographer travels to me

Portrait Photography
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Tim E.
Oct 15, 2018
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So here I am a little bit more then 24 hours after my proposal with my beautiful fiancé. I am sitting in the airport delayed several hours and I am glowing from ear to ear along with my fiancé. The reason for Is that I am engaged to the most amazing person I know. But to add to that joy I had the pleasure of working with Michael. Every panicked text that I sent him, months in advance to the day of, he responded immediately and without judgment. There were no dumb questions I could ask him and being this all was a surprise I appreciated it tremendously. I’m not from Pittsburgh and this was my first time there. Michael helped with where to do it, what time of day, setup, making sure no one was there blocking our view for our photos, then on top of that he was so patient and flexible with working with myself, fiancé, and soon to be in laws. Truly I feel blessed to have him work this proposal and forever will be greatful. He made this a possibility and was worth every cent! Don’t be silly people, if you can use him do it!

Details: Candid style (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • One location • 1 - 10 shots • Online or digital proofs and prints • $ (basic) • I travel to the engagement photographer

Engagement Photography
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Jason P.
Sep 24, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack

Michael exceeded expectations and provided great value above and beyond. I strongly recommended using M4J Photography for your events, capturing life moments, and professional photos. I look forward to working together again in the future. Thank you and good luck!
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