iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%87+21.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%64+4.5Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#371 of 435 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 15%
5.0★★★★★167 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.7%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Customers consistently praise the photographer for high-quality images, efficient turnaround times, and a friendly, professional demeanor that puts subjects at ease. Reviews highlight strong communication, reasonable pricing, and flexibility during sessions for seniors, weddings, and theater events. With a perfect five-star rating from one hundred sixty-seven reviews, no recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, though the owner replied to forty-one percent of comments.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 167 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 167 Google reviews (149 with written comments, 15 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 41% of reviews.
Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
Service: Photographer serving Lincoln, Nebraska.
Data from Google, last updated November 8, 2026.
Score profile vs other photographers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.
AVDude LLCPhotographers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.AVDude LLC: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
94
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.AVDude LLC: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
87
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.AVDude LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AVDude LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.AVDude LLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.AVDude LLC: 64/100 on this factor. Category median: 64.B
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Star ratings
167 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars16498%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star11%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 149 written reviews
99%praise
Praise23399%
Complaints31%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price2285%
Reasonable14%
Overpriced00%
Not sure312%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude6929%
Would recommend4720%
Speed & response4218%
Quality & results3816%
Communication198%
Price & value125%
Honesty & trust94%
What customers talk about
We read 149 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“He produces some of the most stunning photos I have ever seen and should be the first choice for anyone looking for professional photography!”
“Would definitely recommend for any special occasion!”
“Could not recommend him enough, he is great at what he does and is so fun to work with!”
“He was prompt for our session, and the turnaround time was fantastic.”
“We had an amazing experience with our son’s senior pictures session, especially his senior yearbook picture.”
“He's easy to work with and the people at our event and the ones I attend also liked him.”
“His price is reasonable and awesome for how many photos you get.”
“Beyond his talent behind the camera, his humor, positive energy, and genuine friendship makes every experience with him even better.”
People customers mention
Michael38 reviews
Mike6 reviews
Reinmiller4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired AVDude LLC for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Andrew1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 days ago★★★★★
If you are looking for some of the most exceptional and amazing photos in the Midwest region this is the man you go to every time! He produces some of the most stunning photos I have ever seen and should be the first choice for anyone looking for professional photography!
Great priceIndividual photography
Kathryn1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Michael is an incredible photographer for our theatre program. He works well with our students and staff and is so kind. The photos always turn out amazing, and he's willing to capture any photos we ask for. He provides such great service!
Group photographyHeadshots and portraits
Mohammadali1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
He was prompt for our session, and the turnaround time was fantastic. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out! We had an amazing experience with our son’s senior pictures session, especially his senior yearbook picture. We’re already looking forward to using his services again in the future. Highly recommend!
Great priceSenior class photography
Larrissa10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
We had an amazing experience with AVDude. The location was perfect for a fall morning shoot. He found the best poses that looked natural and every one of our family pictures were perfect. The lighting was beautiful at the time of morning and it added something special to every picture. I couldn't be happier with every aspect of this process with Michael!
Great pricePortrait photography
Tkay2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
The passion he has for his job shows in the incredible shots he captures. He went above and beyond to get everything we wanted and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. Highly recommend.
Wedding and engagement
Jason3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
I've both hired AVDude LLC and been to multiple events where he was there taking photos and videos. Micheal (the owner) is always professional and courteous yet remain very personable. He's easy to work with and the people at our event and the ones I attend also liked him. But the golden nugget is that is work is just that: Golden!
Great priceEvents and partiesCorporate photographyGroup photography
If you are looking for some of the most exceptional and amazing photos in the Midwest region this is the man you go to every time! He produces some of the most stunning photos I have ever seen and should be the first choice for anyone looking for professional photography!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Individual photography
Bonnie Novacek6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Bonnie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Michael is an incredible photographer for our theatre program. He works well with our students and staff and is so kind. The photos always turn out amazing, and he's willing to capture any photos we ask for. He provides such great service!
Services: Group photography, Headshots and portraits
Mohammadali Fatemi1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Mohammadali has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
He was prompt for our session, and the turnaround time was fantastic. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out! We had an amazing experience with our son’s senior pictures session, especially his senior yearbook picture. We’re already looking forward to using his services again in the future. Highly recommend!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Senior class photography
Larrissa Parde10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Larrissa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had an amazing experience with AVDude. The location was perfect for a fall morning shoot. He found the best poses that looked natural and every one of our family pictures were perfect. The lighting was beautiful at the time of morning and it added something special to every picture. I couldn't be happier with every aspect of this process with Michael!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Portrait photography
Tkay2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tkay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The passion he has for his job shows in the incredible shots he captures. He went above and beyond to get everything we wanted and made sure we were taken care of the whole time. Highly recommend.
Services: Wedding and engagement
Jason3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I've both hired AVDude LLC and been to multiple events where he was there taking photos and videos. Micheal (the owner) is always professional and courteous yet remain very personable. He's easy to work with and the people at our event and the ones I attend also liked him. But the golden nugget is that is work is just that: Golden!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties, Corporate photography, Group photography
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks!!! I look forward to seeing you more and more! You are a bit of a ROCK STAR as well!!!
Leah Meyer2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Leah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Prompt, creative, and has a fun loving personality that brings out the best in people for their photos. We had Michael video an event for us and he not only took great videos, he made suggestions that improved our overall vision. Thanks, Michael!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a month ago
Great working with you as well! I hope to do it again next year!!!
