"Hiring Dave as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made. What makes him truly special is his warmth, kindness, and deep understanding of people. He brought such positive energy to our wedding, making everyone laugh and feel at ease.

For me, his presence meant even more. A week before the wedding, I suffered a miscarriage and was overwhelmed by grief and physical exhaustion. The day itself was chaotic—I was running late (“did I even shave my legs?”) and running a fever from the stress. The rain poured down. I was terrified that my runaway emotions were about to ruin my wedding.

Dave pulled me aside to take a couple portraits before the ceremony and for the first time that day - that week? - everything slowed down. It wasn’t about the photos—it was about being seen. Dave stood in the rain and somehow knew exactly what to say. He met me with such compassion, presence, and emotional wisdom, allowing me to breathe and refocus. Somehow, I was able to tap back into the love and gratitude I had hoped to feel on my wedding day. It might sound dramatic to say he saved the day, but in that moment, he truly did. I felt like I was my best self again, and that Dave would have my back for the rest of the night. Dave’s ability to capture beauty goes far beyond the lens—he sees people, and that’s a rare gift. His ability to lift others up is simply part of who he is. If you want a photographer who will not only capture beautiful moments but truly be there for you, Dave is the one."