Wedding photographer · Detroit, MI · 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%98+57.5Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 98Not 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.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#48 of 116 videographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 59%
5.0★★★★★83 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%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 reviewers for Studio 41 Photography in Detroit, MI, consistently highlight the team's professionalism, punctuality, and ability to keep clients comfortable during high-stress events. Clients frequently note the photographer's strong communication, detailed planning, and creative direction, which result in high-quality images from both wedding and engagement sessions. With a perfect 5/5 rating from 83 reviews and a high owner response rate, the business is recognized for its efficient workflow and reliable delivery of final products without reported criticisms.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 83 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 83 Google reviews (78 with written comments, 19 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 90% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
Service: Videographer serving Detroit, Michigan.
Data from Google, last updated November 6, 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: craft & service and value; weakest: reliability.
Studio 41 PhotographyVideographers 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.Studio 41 Photography: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
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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.Studio 41 Photography: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
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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.Studio 41 Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Studio 41 Photography: 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.Studio 41 Photography: 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: 50.–
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Star ratings
83 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars8299%
4 stars00%
3 stars11%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 78 written reviews
97%praise
Praise14397%
Complaints43%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend3927%
Staff & attitude3826%
Quality & results2517%
Speed & response2416%
Honesty & trust1410%
Communication64%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 78 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“We look forward to working with him in the future and would recommend him to anyone in need of a photographer.”
“He shot our wedding in August and I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
“They made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and handled the day with complete professionalism.”
“While there were many photographers with good work, Steve’s photos brought a lot of creativity, and personality, that you could tell wasn’t staged, as…”
“Steve provided all of our wedding photos remarkably fast, and the quality is extraordinary.”
“We are honestly struggling to narrow down which ones to print for our home because every single shot turned out amazing!”
“Prior to wedding day, he was great about communication, we went over the timeframe for the big day, so everything was in order to run smoothly.”
“I recommend them to everyone, worth every penny!”
People customers mention
Steve47 reviews
Waddie4 reviews
Marina3 reviews
Antonino3 reviews
Sam3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
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LLaura6 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Steve, we can’t thank you and your team enough for being such a blessing to work with! You were all so organized, professional, and amazing from beginning to end, making everything feel so seamless on our special day. And the pictures are absolutely breathtaking! You captured everything so beautifully, and we’ll be…
CClaua3 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★★★★★
Steve and Waddie were just absolutely amazing to work with. I couldn’t imagine hiring any other photographer company. The morning of my wedding I was a hour and half behind with hair and makeup, it was raining and I was super upset. Steve got me out of that mood so fast and I didn’t even have a care in the world…
Wedding albums
TTasha6 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★★★★★
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We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos from Studio 41! Steve was amazing to work with professional, experienced, and so easy to be around. His expertise really stood out, especially during our photos at Cranbrook Gardens. He knew all the hidden gems and the best locations to capture beautiful, unique…
Wedding and engagement
RRosanne10 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★
Absolutely a pleasure to work with! Steve is a true artist and it shows through is work! I highly recommend him, we can’t stop looking at our wedding photos!
Wedding and engagement
Ggwendaline4 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★★★★★
I used Studio 41 for my wedding. The whole crew (both photography & videography) was excellent! They were thorough, creative, detail oriented, & stress-free throughout the entire process. Steve has gone above and beyond to get the best shots of us. I would strongly recommend Studio 41 for anyone looking for photography/videography options for any event!
NNina3 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★★★★★
Studio 41 have done both my son’s weddings. Steve and his team are amazing!🤩 So professional, and their work is unmatched! I would highly recommend them and will definitely be using them again in the future!
Where do I begin? Working with Steve and his incredible team was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. From start to finish, every single detail went off without a hitch.
Right from our initial planning stages, Steve was generous with his time, meeting with us in person and taking detailed notes on every vision and preference we shared. His attention to detail is unmatched. He is so organized and thorough that you won't have a single worry leading up to or during your event. Beyond his organization, Steve offered invaluable guidance along the way; his expert recommendations were based on years of real experience, and every piece of advice he gave us proved to be spot-on.
On the day of the wedding, his team worked seamlessly in the background with a clear strategy and a creative eye for detail, knowing exactly which shots they wanted to capture before the event even began. They made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and handled the day with complete professionalism.
When it came to the deliverables, we were blown away. Steve provided all of our wedding photos remarkably fast, and the quality is extraordinary. We are honestly struggling to narrow down which ones to print for our home because every single shot turned out amazing!
Booking with Steve makes the entire process smooth, enjoyable, and completely stress-free. He has a unique talent for putting your mind at total ease so you can simply focus on enjoying your special day. Thank you, Steve, and the entire team for your exceptional work and for capturing memories we will cherish for a lifetime!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Wedding and engagement
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Domenic & Antonina Angeli2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Domenic has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Words can’t describe how we feel about Steve and his team. From this first phone call to each meeting with him to wedding day we’re all incredible. We knew from the start he would make our wedding day that much more special. Steve and his team are the most organized and professional photographers and deserve every compliment possible. Since our wedding day almost a month ago we are still getting compliments from both family and friends about how great he was and how they adore his photos.
Our day ran smoother with Steve there as he always kept us ahead of schedule and calmed all nerves of everyone around us.
In regards to the content he creates there are no words to describe the emotion and beauty he captures. Going through our photo gallery is like reliving the day all over. His creativeness and expertise is next level. We wouldn’t have been able to have such beautiful memories captured as amazing as he did without him and his amazing team!!
We look forward to working with him in the future and would recommend him to anyone in need of a photographer.
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Laura Lograsso6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Steve, we can’t thank you and your team enough for being such a blessing to work with! You were all so organized, professional, and amazing from beginning to end, making everything feel so seamless on our special day. And the pictures are absolutely breathtaking! You captured everything so beautifully, and we’ll be forever grateful to have these memories to look back on for the rest of our lives. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to capture the most important day of our lives. Thank you all so much for everything!
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Claua Dun3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Claua has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Steve and Waddie were just absolutely amazing to work with. I couldn’t imagine hiring any other photographer company. The morning of my wedding I was a hour and half behind with hair and makeup, it was raining and I was super upset. Steve got me out of that mood so fast and I didn’t even have a care in the world after.He made the experience just incredible.I seriously was so blessed to have been able to have them at my wedding. We cried looking at the pictures he sent us after the wedding. It was such a special moment. If you are considering booking with them don’t second guess that decision. Book them before your date get booked.I would hire them again in a heartbeat
Services: Wedding albums
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Ashley AyotteLocal Guide · 7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
There are not enough stars or captions to adequately represent how highly we recommend Steve and his company Studio 41. From start to finish he is the absolute best. He takes the time to really get to know you as a person and your vision for your wedding. Each stage is carefully planned and conveyed to you. No question you ask is taken lightly or silly. He is always available for questions, advice, and even just reassurance. He will work with you to make a timeline of events to help guide the morning all the way through to the reception, making sure to allow time for every special moment to be captured. He works with a team of 3 others when doing photo and video. They split the day leading to the ceremony so both the bride and groom get special “getting ready shots” then will all be working together for the ceremony and reception. Steve was more than accommodating when additions to the normal shots were requested by me in advance and even on the day of by some of my family members in the midst of the chaos that a wedding brings. Steve has a way of commanding a room in such a polite way that he really does keep things moving on schedule to ensure nothing is missed.
Moving on to his photography work. Hands down the most beautiful, captivating, and breathtaking photos you will ever receive of yourself. The creativity and vision is beyond any work that I have seen in person. He can take an ordinary setting and turn it into a piece of art. He uses light, angles, reflections, and more to create unique and unforgettable photos. He beautifully captures every heartfelt moment and brings out the emotion of the subjects wonderfully. When we received our sneak peaks less than 24hrs after the wedding and the full album within a week we were floored. We knew to expect high caliber photos based on his reputation, showcased photos on social media, and even our engagement photos, but when we received the wedding pictures it was truly such an emotional and happy experience. Every part of the day was taken and beautifully represented. The emotional moments between my dad and I brought tears to my eyes again because everything I felt in that day was frozen in time in a beautiful vivid photograph. The pictures of my husband and I look like they were our of a fairy tale or even vogue magazine. Everyone we show the pictures too cannot believe how stunning they are. I cant even believe its me in most of them!
Steve is the prime example of a top tier photographer and more than that, a top tier human. He is kind and polite, he understands the value of family and love and works to make sure you feel 1000000% happy, calm, collected, and special. My husband and I feel like we have known Steve for years and consider him to be much more than a wedding vendor. He is woven into our story and I hope if we are blessed with a baby or two someday we can work with steve again to capture more life moments.
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Tasha Bradley BAS, RRT6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tasha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos from Studio 41! Steve was amazing to work with professional, experienced, and so easy to be around. His expertise really stood out, especially during our photos at Cranbrook Gardens. He knew all the hidden gems and the best locations to capture beautiful, unique shots.
He made us feel comfortable throughout the entire experience, and the photos turned out even better than we could have imagined. We’re so grateful for the incredible memories he captured. If you’re looking for a talented wedding photographer, I highly recommend Steve!
Services: Wedding and engagement
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Isabella Randazzo4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Isabella has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We truly cannot say enough amazing things about Steve and Studio 41 Photography. From the very first interaction to the final delivery of our photos, the experience was nothing short of exceptional.
Steve is not only incredibly talented, but also kind, calming, professional, and an absolute joy to be around. On a day that can feel fast-paced and emotional, he brought such a reassuring presence. He made us feel comfortable, confident, and completely ourselves in front of the camera—something that truly shows in every single photo.
His attention to detail is unmatched. He captured all the big, emotional moments we dreamed of, but also the quiet, candid ones we didn’t even realize were happening. Looking through our gallery felt like reliving our wedding day all over again—the laughter, the tears, the love, and the magic were all perfectly preserved.
Steve was organized, efficient, and respectful of our timeline, family, and bridal party. He knew exactly how to guide us without ever making anything feel forced or rushed. Our guests even commented on how wonderful and professional he was, which speaks volumes.
The quality of the photos is absolutely stunning timeless, elegant, and full of life. The lighting, composition, and storytelling are beyond what we could have hoped for. These are images we will treasure for the rest of our lives and proudly share with future generations.
Choosing Studio 41 Photography was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. If you are looking for a photographer who is passionate, trustworthy, and genuinely invested in capturing your love story, look no further. Steve exceeded every expectation and then some. We are forever grateful.
Thank you, Steve, for giving us the most beautiful memories we could ever ask for
Services: Wedding and engagement
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Kayla W.Local Guide · 18 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kayla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Where do I even begin!? Steve and Fadi were simply amazing to work with. Me being the bride, my number 1 request for my wedding was to find a great photographer, because after your wedding, what do you have to remember you big day?.... Photos of course. I searched everyone online, looking at many portfolios by photographers from all over Michigan. Upon finding Studio 41 Photography, their talent stood out from many others. While there were many photographers with good work, Steve’s photos brought a lot of creativity, and personality, that you could tell wasn’t staged, as well as the perfect amount of editing. My husband and I met Steve for the first time for our engagement session, that was included in our package. Right off the bat, Steve was very attentive, and willing to drive wherever it was that I wanted the photoshoot taken. With that said, he drove 1.5 hours just to come to our local state park, for an outdoor setting of my choice. Steve is that type of person you meet, and instantly feel like you’ve known him for years. He makes you feel so comfortable, and brings along his humor to capture those perfect candid's. Our engagement photos turned out so beautiful, and captured the love between my husband and I perfectly! Wedding day finally came, 11/14/2020. Steve showed up at 11am and didn’t leave until 10:30pm that night. Prior to wedding day, he was great about communication, we went over the timeframe for the big day, so everything was in order to run smoothly. It certainly did !!! Steve and Fadi captured every minute and moment of the day, from start to finish. Steve made sure I was on point the whole day. From my dress , to makeup and hair, he made sure I looked glamorous at all times. At one point in the night, he even noticed me trying to take my shoes off because my feet were hurting from all the dancing, and he came right over to help me. Many of our guests even acknowledged their hard work and how they both went above and beyond their job description ! If you are looking for a photographer for any occasion, but especially for a wedding, Steve and Fadi are your Guys !! They bring professionalism, perfection, humor, fun, and amazing flawless photos to remember your Big Day. 5 ++++ stars, hands down !
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Rosanne Randazzo10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rosanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Absolutely a pleasure to work with! Steve is a true artist and it shows through is work! I highly recommend him, we can’t stop looking at our wedding photos!
Services: Wedding and engagement
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
The pleasure is ours, Rosie. It is our honor. You and Anthony are a joy to work with and we are lucky to have been part of your day ❤️
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K N5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews K has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dear Bride-to-Be,
If you are looking to have a glamorous and well orchestrated wedding, regardless of how much money or effort you are putting into it, if you have Studio 41 Photography as your photographer and videographer — they will make sure it happens.
My husband and I were beyond impressed with their attention to detail, timeliness, flexibility to go with the flow of changes, well organized crew with a schedule of their own to make sure everything runs as it should (things get chaotic that you would never expect the day of the wedding, even if you’ve planned for everything!), and of course, how absolute delightful each of them were to work with.
Everyone on the team was so kind, fun to talk to, and has very impromptu creative suggestions at every point.
My wedding, was beyond over the top, and they were able to masterfully capture every single moment beyond what I ever thought was possible.
If you are debating on if you should spend so much money on photography and videography, I have this advice for you — THE most important thing of this day, other than getting married to the one you love, is to invest in both photography and videography. The day goes by SO quickly, you truly will not remember a lot of it, and it is so special to have it all recorded for you to look back on later once the chaos of wedding life is finally over.
Okay, now that I’ve made that point, let’s move on to why this team is worth hiring. First of all, Steve, the owner and main photographer, is absolutely amazing. He is very personable, professional, and thinks out of the box. He was able to create the most magical engagement and wedding photos for us, and he has a truly unique way of capturing the most special tiny moments hidden in the photo sessions. He is a true artist and his pictures are so just absolutely perfect.
Regarding videography, Rivan is also extremely talented in the way he captures moments live on video. I was astonished at how he turned our wedding day into a literal 4 hour feature film ready to be shown at a movie theater if we wanted to! I am literally not even exaggerating one bit here. He was great at working with our very particular vision on how we wanted our highlight video as well and made tiny edits after the fact so that it was exactly what we wanted.
My husband and I are so grateful to have worked with Studio 41 Photography for our whole wedding experience. It would not have been the same without them.
Studio 41 Photography - Thank you so much for making our wedding as magical as we had dreamed! You are all amazing! A special extra thank you to Steve as well for helping us turn such a huge vision into a legacy we will always cherish.
With all of our love,
Mark & Kristie
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Wedding and engagement
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for this amazing review. It is an honor and privilege to have been part of your big day. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
