Michelle Zapanta Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,800

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $2,800

About Michelle Zapanta Photography

Michelle Zapanta

Owner/Photographer

What started out as a hobby, evolved into a great passion. With a camera on hand for every event, I spent my lunch money as a young kid developing films at the photo store. I became so fond of capturing as many organic moments as I can in photographs and fell in love with the idea of telling people's stories in images rather than words. I started venturing into professional photography right after my own wedding to my high school sweetheart, Erick, which was back in 2014. I LOVE everything wedding-related. My favorite to photographs are the wedding details, the bride and groom portraits and anything that will make me either cry or laugh!

I believe putting my clients' best interest first has been my strongest suit. I always want to make sure that my clients are comfortable and most of all, having fun during a session! If they would like to showcase their personalities/stories whether through specific locations, outfits and/or activities, I'm game! If they want to bring their pets to be part of the session, sure! I always try to be flexible to ensure I can accommodate their needs. Lastly, I'm super trigger-happy! I always want to make sure I capture as many memories as I can for my clients because out of the craziness of a wedding, they may not see and witness everything!

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Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Drone photography
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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5.0 (10 reviews)

  • 10/10 book it

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    •Katie O.•8 months ago

    Our family has worked with Michelle on multiple occasions, from engagement pictures to weddings. If you’re looking for a photographer for anything, then you are in the right spot. Michelle is naturally one of the most kind, generous, and funny people I have worked with in the wedding industry. Her passion for photography shines in her hard work and dedication to everything she does. One of my biggest fears going into a photoshoot was feeling awkward about how to pose, smile, and where to put my hands. I don’t know what it is about Michelle, but she makes this so fun, easy, and natural. I felt so comfortable the entire time and the pictures we received were above and beyond. I have left every session feeling like Michelle is part of our family and an amazing friend. If you have the opportunity for Michelle to bring her husband along, then you’re really in the right spot for a photographer. Michelle and her husband are an amazing team and do everything to get the perfect shot. Lastly, Michelle puts her heart into every session she does. She gets to know the space, and focal points and lighting of where she will be shooting. She shows up to the event with a plan and a vision on how she’s going to capture the day. All I can say is, you will not be disappointed when that email comes through with your completed album. 10/10 would recommend.

  • Perfect Experience

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    •Jonathan Litoborski•9 months ago

    Michelle made the whole process relaxing and provided enough couching to ensure our pictures were the best they could be. It was our first professional photo shoot and Michelle made it feel like it was a normal day for us as she captured beautiful photos.

  • Simply elegant pictures!

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    •Jason R.•2 years ago

    Michelle was such a pleasure to work with! I followed her work over the years and love the way she captures the quiet moments in her shots. She was very accommodating and would always ask for input on what we wanted as a couple. She was also great at guiding us during the actual photo shoot of all the small things we should be doing to get tons of different looks. You can tell that she comes from a place of caring and genuinely wants you to have the best shots that you can and is willing to work with you to make sure that happens! Highly recommended!

  • So happy we chose Michelle for our wedding!

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    •Rebecca•2 years ago

    Michelle was definitely one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning! She is experienced, organized, professional, and truly went above and beyond what we imagined. Michelle had quick responses from the beginning to end, and she brings full energy to every conversation, photoshoot, and everything in between. She also captured my bridal shower and she was even so sweet to my friends and family members. Best of all, Michelle knew how to pose my husband and I to get the perfect shot and still made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She was also so helpful when we were trying to find other wedding vendors and gave us great recommendations! I’m so glad we chose Michelle for our big day!! Everything came out so beautifully!

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