Wedding photographer · Asheville, NC · reviewed since 2016
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 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#48 of 160 videographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 70%
5.0★★★★★60 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google users rate Derek DiLuzio Weddings five stars based on sixty reviews, noting the owner has not replied to any feedback. Clients consistently highlight punctuality, clear communication, and flexible scheduling, including accommodation for weather-related delays. Reviewers describe the photographer as professional and comfortable to work with, often praising artistic outdoor shots and efficient delivery of final images. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, which exclusively contain positive five-star assessments.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 60 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 60 Google reviews (60 with written comments, 14 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: June 25, 2026.
Service: Videographer serving Asheville, North Carolina.
Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.
Score profile vs other videographers
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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Derek DiLuzio WeddingsVideographers 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.Derek DiLuzio Weddings: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
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.Derek DiLuzio Weddings: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
98
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.Derek DiLuzio Weddings: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
99
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.Derek DiLuzio Weddings: 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.Derek DiLuzio Weddings: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 57.–
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Star ratings
60 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars60100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 60 written reviews
96%praise
Praise10996%
Complaints54%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude3127%
Would recommend2925%
Communication1917%
Speed & response1614%
Quality & results1311%
Price & value44%
Honesty & trust22%
What customers talk about
We read 60 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“He was so communicative, professional, attentive, and made us so comfortable on wedding day.”
“If you get the chance to work with Derek, I strongly recommend you do so!”
“We are so happy we chose Derek and cannot recommend him enough!”
“Derek was communicative, flexible, personable, and takes the most beautiful photos I have ever seen.”
“Derek was punctual on both the wedding day as well as with getting our photos to us.”
“Our wedding party was thoroughly impressed by his direction and how comfortable he made them all feel while taking posed pictures in particular.”
“If theres anything thats worth the money for a wedding its the pictures hands down and we could not be happier with ours!”
“…such a relief to know our photographer was so easy-going, funny, and genuinely happy to be there for us.…”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
OliverLocal Guide · 28 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★
We had our wedding at the Biltmore in Asheville. Our wedding coordinator recommended Derek for our photographer. We loved his work. Derek was super chill and understood the assignment. He always made sure we were comfortable, and had no issues pivoting if needed. His artistic eye and creativity speaks volumes and…
Great priceEvents and partiesWedding and engagement
Gitanjali3 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★
We loved Derek!! We originally hired him for our October 2024 wedding, and when that was postponed due to Helene, Derek graciously worked with us so he’d be there to shoot when my husband and I decided to get married at the Buncombe County Courthouse and recite “mini vows” at Diana on Biltmore Estate (our wedding…
Great priceDestination wedding photographyWedding ceremony photography
Alyssa2 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 year ago★★★★★
I would choose Derek every single time to shoot our wedding! He was so communicative, professional, attentive, and made us so comfortable on wedding day. The photos are everything I could have imagined and more. We also didn't feel like we spent too much time away from our wedding taking photos, which was huge.…
SJLocal Guide · 29 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. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★
Hands down one of the best photographers on the planet! Derek knows exactly how to capture what the couple is looking for! He is so professional, kind, and a joy to work with. Not booking Derek is a big mistake!
Grace2 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★
I cannot overstate how incredible Derek is. Not only did we end up with out of this world wedding photos but he was beyond a joy to work with. His photos and intuition are priceless. He had an idea to stop off at a random country store and they became some of our most favorite photos from the weekend. If theres…
Forence8 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★
Derek is AMAZING! Worth every penny and more! If you want more than the standard wedding photos that are artistic and capture the "feeling" of the day, then Derek is the person you need. He was able to capture the moments that could easily be overlooked with the passage of time that will now never be forgotten. LOVE…
We had our wedding at the Biltmore in Asheville. Our wedding coordinator recommended Derek for our photographer. We loved his work. Derek was super chill and understood the assignment. He always made sure we were comfortable, and had no issues pivoting if needed. His artistic eye and creativity speaks volumes and you can see it in his work. It truly is a masterpiece that you can hang on your wall. My wife and I said that Derek is now our photographer. We can't wait to hire him again for our celebrations in life.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties, Wedding and engagement
Gitanjali Tandon3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Gitanjali has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We loved Derek!! We originally hired him for our October 2024 wedding, and when that was postponed due to Helene, Derek graciously worked with us so he’d be there to shoot when my husband and I decided to get married at the Buncombe County Courthouse and recite “mini vows” at Diana on Biltmore Estate (our wedding venue). Derek even lent my husband his belt since my husband forgot his!
Derek’s warmth, creativity, and knowledge made my husband and me feel like we were in the best of hands and we could be our true selves.
Our March 2025 wedding at the beautiful Biltmore Estate was captured by Derek and his crew in the most exquisite way. He was with us from start to finish and was a comforting presence through out.
If you get the chance to work with Derek, I strongly recommend you do so!
I would choose Derek every single time to shoot our wedding! He was so communicative, professional, attentive, and made us so comfortable on wedding day. The photos are everything I could have imagined and more. We also didn't feel like we spent too much time away from our wedding taking photos, which was huge. Derek was punctual on both the wedding day as well as with getting our photos to us. 10/10 recommend.
SJ EdwardsLocal Guide · 29 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews SJ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Hands down one of the best photographers on the planet! Derek knows exactly how to capture what the couple is looking for! He is so professional, kind, and a joy to work with. Not booking Derek is a big mistake!
Deanna GrahamLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Deanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My husband and I hired Derek to photograph our wedding in Candler, NC. We would HIGHLY recommend Derek if you are looking for a photographer. Derek was communicative, flexible, personable, and takes the most beautiful photos I have ever seen. From the time that we expressed interest in his services to receiving our photos and albums, we were extremely impressed. Derek worked with us to customize a package to make sure we were getting everything that we wanted. He went above and beyond in his communication throughout the entire planning process which left us at ease knowing everything would be handled. The photos are beautiful and were delivered well within the time frame that he told us we could expect. Derek made sure to get all of the shots that we told him were important to us and the photos bring us right back to the moments. We are extremely happy with our choice of working with Derek DiLuzio to photograph our big day. We cannot thank him enough!!
Grace Sandick2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Grace has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I cannot overstate how incredible Derek is. Not only did we end up with out of this world wedding photos but he was beyond a joy to work with. His photos and intuition are priceless. He had an idea to stop off at a random country store and they became some of our most favorite photos from the weekend. If theres anything thats worth the money for a wedding its the pictures hands down and we could not be happier with ours!
Forence Ray8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Forence has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Derek is AMAZING! Worth every penny and more! If you want more than the standard wedding photos that are artistic and capture the "feeling" of the day, then Derek is the person you need. He was able to capture the moments that could easily be overlooked with the passage of time that will now never be forgotten. LOVE his artistry and professionalism. So many photographs made us think, "How did he capture that?" WOW! Cannot recommend more!
Allyson Carey7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Allyson has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Derek was so easy to work with and really helped me and my husband navigate the whole timeline of our wedding. He was professional, organized, and creative. Our wedding party was thoroughly impressed by his direction and how comfortable he made them all feel while taking posed pictures in particular. We received the most beautiful and special pictures from him from our wedding and our engagement shoot. He's thoughtful in his approach and delivers incredible memories. We already have several of his selects from our engagement shoot in our home and plan on putting a lot more from our wedding up soon. We wanted to be sure to capture all our details while also gathering some "catalog worthy" shots as well and he deliver every detail and then some. I can't say enough good things about our overall experience with Derek. Very impressed by his work!
Sarah Kabourek1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Derek photographed our wedding and was just absolutely phenomenal from start to finish! Derek was super available during the planning process, and we even met on-site to talk through the day and different locations (we had no idea where to do our first look at Derek came up with multiple options, all of them wonderful). On the day of, he made everything so easy and feel effortless! We had a few last-minute changes and Derek had back-up plans on back-up plans and made sure everything was seamless. He is incredibly professional and was great with our families. We received all of our photos even before they were promised and they are all absolutely GORGEOUS! Derek is an absolute artist, and came up with some really incredible shots. I cannot recommend Derek highly enough!!
Rachel CurtisLocal Guide · 76 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
As a planner, I highly recommend Derek along with his team for capturing those special moments. Derek and his team were very professional, organized and a pleasure to work with. Derek made sure to get the best sunset pictures for the bride and groom. He was devoted to capturing the natural beauty of the scenery (at the perfect time) just as the sun was setting. I look forward to working with Derek again.
