Rising Star Photography

ttended the same church and shared interests—especially tennis, which made the connection even more natural! We got to meet Darren in person before Easter while we were both back in Florida, and he was just as kind, professional, and knowledgeable in person. He was upfront about everything—pricing, timeline, and even a backup plan in case of weather. On our wedding day, when it started to drizzle, Darren and Erin jumped into action and had everything under control. Erin was such a calming presence and a big help with the girls and my dress. They made us feel comfortable, supported, and genuinely cared for throughout the day! Our photos turned out beautifully and captured the heart of our day so perfectly! We couldn’t be more thankful for Darren and Erin—it truly felt like they were part of our wedding, not just vendors!

e a fantastic editing style. My couples are always thrilled with their experience and I will always do a happy dance any time I learn one of my couples had booked Rising Star! Can't wait to cross paths with them again at another wedding!

amazing job capturing all the special moments of our day. We are extremely happy with our photos and will cherish them forever! Darren also did our engagement photos with our dog, and those were amazing too! He was so cooperative and patient and we are in love with how the photos turned out. 100% recommend Rising Star Photo!! Very professional, friendly, and fun. Great at communicating and organizing everything, making us stress free on our wedding day :)

I were used to/ knew if we’d be comfortable with - working with Darren and Erin, however, was so so comfortable and enjoyable! There is not one bad photo from our engagement shoot or our wedding day. They truly captured every moment and the energy of those moments as well. We will always have these photos and memories to look back on thanks to these wonderful photographers! Whenever we are in need of photography again we will without a doubt be using Rising Star Photography, and could not recommend them more to others!

was so much fun, and we always considered ourselves “awkward” in pictures. Darren was able to help us relax and have fun with the session and the pictures were amazing! They are very personable, caring, professional, organized and fun. They are the perfect team. I’m so happy we had them to capture our day and will continue to use them in the future:)

It was an amazing experience from start to finish. We met at the Today's Bride show and hit it off right away. It was an easy decision that they were a great fit for Hannah and I. We loved the collaboration meetings on our story and vision. Darren is such a great person with an awesome personality that brings the best out of you. This shows once it was time for pictures. We had a great engagement shoot and then came the special day! Our wedding through reception was captured beautifully! Erin and Darren make a great team and really got a great mix of creative shots and the typical ones were done at a very high level. I have a background in video and media and this is very high quality all around. Hannah and I had such a great, but challenging time narrowing down our pics for the album because there are just so many wonderful ones to choose from. Not only do you get a great product, but you receive friendship, guidance and a true mentor to anchor you through your most special day!

nd they are all so amazing. I could not recommend these two more. They kept the energy up and kept us on schedule. They even took the time months before the wedding to learn our bridal parties names and our family’s names down to the grandparents. We got our sneak peak photos back 2 days after we were married and all of the photos back 5 weeks later. To say they are amazing is an understatement! I will always recommend them for professional photos. They truly care about our special day and helped everything go so smoothly. Thank you Darren & Erin for the amazing gallery and elevating our wedding day!

on our great they were. Would absolutely recommend.

ss so easy and fun! Darren and Erin allowed us to be comfortable in our photos and to show our personalities while still getting beautiful photos! They listened to any input we had about poses or literally anything and helped us work through it or if my husband and I had an idea they immediately agreed! Any questions we had they answered and even helped answer wedding questions not related to photography! The photos would not be so good and we would not have had as much fun with them if it wasn’t for them! I tell absolutely everyone to use Rising Star Photography for any photos they need! We will be going with Darren and Erin for any photography we need!

to and clearly cares about his couples. He also helped us iron out our timeline and had very insightful suggestions. On the day of, Darren and Erin were professional and fun to be around. Everyone in our wedding party and families loved them as much as we did! Also, when we had a groomsman running late for when we were supposed to be doing bridal party photos, Darren and Erin were quick to adapt and helped us stay on schedule while also making sure we got all the shots we needed. After the wedding, we got our photos in a timely manner with frequent status updates. My husband and I absolutely love our photos and looking through our gallery really makes us feel like we are back on the day all over again. All of this was for a price that was very reasonable compared to other photographers with two shooters. Overall, cannot recommend these two enough!! They are truly incredible!

g was perfect. They both have great personalities and were so fun to work with. The pictures turned out incredible !! It's so hard to chose between them all. I highly recommend and would book with them again in a flash.

from early morning until late in the evening. You 2 truly helped make my daughter's wedding day incredibly special! I would rate you 6 stars if I could.

y know what they are doing. Darren and Erin are the most sweetest, knowledgeable, most fun and very professional people we both have ever met. They really made our wedding day the most perfect memorable day. Darren and Erin thank you both for everything!

I got engaged, I needed to use them. And I am so glad I did! We did our engagement photos with them and we had a few shots with our son. We were nervous on how he would be (he was 7 months at the time), but they were so welcoming and so much fun. Fast forward to the wedding, they were so patient and provided wonderful suggestions for photo spots. If you are looking for photographers that are fun, easy to work with, and extremely knowledgeable, go with Rising Star!!

were just absolutely amazing to work with. Darren was really helpful in assisting us with planning our timeline for most of the day leading up to the reception. We sat down with Darren and discussed different locations for photos, and he provided us with recommendations as well. Darren was very helpful in really fine tuning our timeline, which made me feel very comfortable. Both Darren and Erin just made it so fun! They truly added to the joy of our planning process and our special day! Highly recommend!

ur day flow seamlessly. Darren and Erin were professional as well as engaging with us to make us feel at ease throughout working with them. Darren even recommended additional vendors for us when we were beginning our searches and had no clue where to even start looking, we ended up using two of his suggestions. Overall, they were amazing and we would recommend them to everyone!

way use Rising Star. Darren always went above a beyond leading up to our big day. He always texted back promptly and make sure we were on the same page. From our engagement session to our family photos with the dogs and the wedding day Darren was invested in getting the best photos for us. Photo quality has always been consistently beyond any expectations. If I could give 10 stars I would. They both truly became like family and I cannot wait to do more photos with them in the future.

even helped with things I had no idea about like folding pocket squares. I can’t wait to see the amazing work they did.

so comfortable and had fun. I would recommend them time and time again!

d amazing personalities ensured perfect photos that were delivered in astonishing quality. Photography is a true passion for Darren and Erin and this is extremely evident in their work as well as in their demeanor. After our wedding not only did we receive amazing photos, we also received new friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. I truly recommend choosing Rising Star Photography, it’s the easiest decision of the wedding process.

bout their profession. They are so talented! We are so impressed with our wedding pictures-our friends and family can’t get enough of them! They perfectly captured our day. They made our wedding day so much fun and stress free because I knew I could trust them. I would HIGHLY recommend working with them.

ible and gave us the guidance and expertise we needed. He suggested locations for both our engagement and wedding photos that were absolutely perfect. Darren and his partner Erin expertly guided our wedding day, keeping us on track while capturing all the details we wanted. My husband and I were able to relax and enjoy our day knowing they had everything handled. Darren and Erin are ready to jump in and hold a bouquet or fix a veil to get the perfect shot and just because they are great people who truly want the best for you. They also help ease any jitters by keeping the mood light and fun (and sometimes humorous). Our photos turned out absolutely amazing and exceeded our expectations. The only problem is choosing which ones to display! I would absolutely recommend both Darren and Erin for your photography needs. Darren will be with you during every step of the process to help plan your event and really takes the time to get to know you as a couple. We have gotten so many compliments from friends and family on both our photos and Darren and Erin. Everyone loved them, and I would 100% use them again in the future!

iness and excitement throughout the day perfectly. The pictures are beautiful and both Darren and Erin were a joy to work with. I could not have asked for a better team. Honestly, it is difficult to put into words because the day was seamless, stress free and beautiful. That was all I wanted for the day...love and smiles, and that is was I got. All the details were captured and I loved going through each photo and seeing how it all came together. Simple elegance yet stunning!

. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care made our wedding day an unforgettable experience.   Darren and Erin went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding day was smooth and stress-free. From the initial planning stages to the final execution, they were by our side, guiding us through the process with their expertise. Their meticulous preparation and organization ensured that every moment was captured flawlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy our special day to the fullest.   One aspect that truly stood out was their remarkable energy and personable nature. Their vibrant personalities made smiling for photos all day easy and enjoyable for every single guest. They effortlessly blended in with our guests, making everyone feel comfortable and capturing the most candid and genuine moments of the day.   Darren and Erin's receptiveness to our suggestions was incredibly appreciated. They truly listened to our wants and needs and incorporated our ideas seamlessly. In addition to being receptive, they also provided invaluable suggestions that enhanced our wedding album. Their knowledge of stunning photo locations led us to a hidden gem that we hadn't even considered, resulting in some of our favorite photos from the day.   Above all, Darren and Erin made us feel truly special. Their genuine care and attention to detail made us feel like our wedding was the most important event in the world. They made sure to capture not only the big moments but also the small, intimate details that are so meaningful to us. Their ability to capture our emotions and the essence of our love story is truly remarkable. We cannot recommend Darren and Erin from Rising Star Photography enough.

cess. Darren was ALWAYS available to us to answer any questions, offer advice, and/or bounce ideas off of. The customer service was top notch and made us feel like we were his only clients due to the amount of focus and attention he brought to the table! They did an amazing job with our both our engagement shots and our wedding day photography. Darren and Erin had so many fun ideas, kept everyone laughing, and it was such a great time. The turnaround time of receiving our photos was amazing and we loved everything about them. We will always recommend them to anyone and will be back for maternity shots and more!

amazing personality and had us laughing and smiling easily. The wedding photos he took were as bright and as beautiful as the day of our wedding. He and Erin captured our entire day and night to perfection. They were incredibly organized, and communicated with both sides of the family and all other vendors perfectly on our wedding day. They were fabulous and could not be more highly recommended! The photos are so colorful, and vivid, and perfectly capture our happiness from the day. 1000/10

ommend for any photography needs!

o the day, Darren was always available for questions and made the prep very easy. On the day, they helped us stay on schedule and they were so much fun they made our wedding day more enjoyable by just being a part of it. The pictures are great and we couldn't have asked for better photographers! We highly recommend Rising Star Photography!

talked for almost an hour (maybe even longer!) and we knew right when we walked out that they were the photographers we had to have. They are so nice, funny, passionate, helpful and down to earth people. Darren communicated with us during the whole wedding planning process and even gave us suggestions for venues, locations for photos, DJ’s, and we even found our DJ through Darren because I knew if Darren loved him, we would too, and they worked so well together! We had such beautiful pictures for our engagement and we had a BLAST together! Both Darren and Erin vibe so well and I have had so many people tell us that they were amazing at our wedding and ask for their information. I can’t put into words how grateful I am to have found them and they made our big day so perfect. We had so much fun during our photos and that can be stressful (from what I’ve heard) but there was no stress at all with them and our photos are so stunning. I will recommend them to anyone who is looking for a photographer because I have no doubt in my mind that they will not regret it. Thank you both for being so amazing! We were so blessed to have found you both.

are it. Our photos are absolutely gorgeous and from a venue that is notorious for hard lighting! We cannot say enough good things and cannot believe how lucky we were to find Rising Star. Erin and Darren are true professionals who are passionate about what they do, but also clearly love it too. They have the best kind of energy to have around you on your wedding day and the results clearly speak for themselves.

ten to your ideas or concerns. Both my husband & I aren't the most comfortable in front of a camera, but Darren immediately put us at ease. All our pictures turned out so beautifully, we couldn't be happier! I honestly don't think you could find a better photographer!

ous and both Darren and Erin made us so comfortable! We asked for a Fall engagement shoot and Darren ensured that we got the best colors, in the best locations. By the end of that session, we knew that we had made the right choice for our wedding photographers and were super excited to work with them on our wedding day! Darren and Erin have such an amazing eye and capture moments in ways that you can't even imagine until you see the photographs. Every single picture taken on our wedding day was amazing, from the portraits to the candid moments during the reception. Through this experience, they truly became friends and we recommend them to anyone looking for wedding photography. We cannot wait for future life moments, to have them photograph as well; they are now our photographers for life!

graphers. It was so easy to communicate with Darren and ask any questions we had. A month before our wedding my husband and I met Darren in person and he went through our entire wedding day schedule with us which was super helpful. Based on his experience, Darren offered us helpful advice on pictures as well as how to get different part of the wedding day to run the smoothest. The day of the wedding we had a ton of fun taking photos with them. They were very open to some of the fun photo ideas we came up with and all the photos came out great. The whole day it felt as if Darren and Erin were just as excited as we were. They were both so personable and easy to work with. I recommend them to anyone looking for a great wedding photographer. Thank you Darren and Erin for everything and I hope we can work with you again someday!

utely amazed and thrilled with their work! Highly recommend!

and made sure everything looked incredible for every picture. They coordinated with my DJ and venue coordinator all night to make sure everyone was on the same page. What really impressed me was how quickly the time went by where we were taking pictures before the wedding! The whole bridal party was having a good time and joking around with them. It made taking the pictures hassle-free (and let me tell you, most of the groomsmen normally HATE taking pictures). I didn't hear a single complaint the whole time! I was also really impressed that Darren had brought the list of pictures I requested and made sure to get every one of them. Overall, I couldn't speak higher of these two and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for awesome photographers!

iful! They made sure we were totally prepared leading up to the day off and are so organized and responsive when we had questions. We love them! We will definitely be using them for any photo needs we have in the future.

e was the entire time, and still is even after our wedding! He always made time to email or call with my questions and concerns. Even before we officially decided on them he made time to send me sample albums and answer any questions I had, which I really appreciated! Darren had great location suggestions for bridal party pictures and was so organized when it came to family pictures. They helped create our entire timeline, kept us on schedule, and Darren and Erin had great personalities and kept us smiling the entire day! They are the kind of people I would like to hangout and have some drinks with, they are so much fun! The pictures turned out beautiful! They even got some details that I wouldn’t have even thought of! Like my shoes and the centerpieces. And any time we grabbed them asking for specific pictures they were always ready to capture them! We received our full album in a timely manner, about 4 and a half weeks which is pretty fast considering fall is the busy wedding season! I do wish that we would’ve gotten just a couple of previews a bit sooner, even just 1 or 2, but I do know fall is the busy wedding season so I definitely understand that they are very busy. I would definitely recommend Rising Star Photography for your wedding! The price alone is unbeatable, especially for the quality and all that you get with it and you get to make 2 new friends along the way!

r to the wedding, the planning was on point. Darren is very organized and just has awesome input in making the day run smoothly and getting all the best shots! The day of Darren and Erin were so organized and just an awesome presence at my wedding! They both are truly a blessing to myself and my husband. Look no further because you found your photographer with Rising Star photography!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

moment of our day. Darren was so great at communicating with us throughout the entire process he made us feel so comfortable and was just such a great person to work with us. Darren and Erin on your day will make it so comfortable and flow so easily and will make sure that you get everything you want. I highly recommend that you use them for your wedding day and engagement pictures because they are just such an amazing team and will truly impact you and your day in the most amazing way!! Our family and friends and bridal party all were giving us such positive comments about them!! They made our day just a day we will never forget! Thank you Darren and Erin!

d on wedding days. They went above and beyond in many ways and always gave us their full attention and time - we never felt rushed in any of our photo sessions/meetings. Darren was always very thorough in his communication and they are both very lively and personable! They provided a full 12 hours of service on our wedding day and we are very happy with how our pictures turned out. I’d highly recommend Rising Star Photography!

They knew what they were doing the whole day, helped us move things along with the timeline, and the pictures were absolutely perfect. Their creative, fun, and positive energy was just what we needed to get the most out of the whole experience, and gave us the absolute best of memories. Very professional and friendly people that helped capture our wedding wonderfully!

They were easy to communicate with, they were organized, well-prepared, cooperated well with our other vendors, and brought great suggestions to our planning process to make our day work better. It was clear to us that Darren and Erin take pride in their work and treat their role as wedding photographers seriously while remaining humble. We have so much respect for Rising Star! Darren’s communication was always open and honest, even in the days following our wedding. He was flexible with my husband and I when COVID came, and that was much appreciated in such an unprecedented time. It was always easy to reach Darren for questions and planning. We met in person before the event to discuss the day-of timeline. Since Darren has worked countless weddings, he was able to recommend (without demanding) changes that would make photos or the day-of logistics work better. Not only were we extremely happy with our photos in the end, but we really felt like Darren was rooting for us throughout the whole engagement. He provided helpful wedding advice, and we could always tell he was just as excited about our wedding as we were.   On the day of the wedding, he and Erin helped make the day more relaxed and it flowed seamlessly. They coordinated well with our other vendors and their excellent planning helped relieve a lot of the stress that usually comes with a wedding. Darren and Erin were fantastic at quickly talking you into poses that make for great photos! We were a somewhat shy bride and groom, but because of Rising Star you won't be able to tell from most of our photos! Even our family and bridal party thought they were an absolute blast to work with! I still have family telling me about how great the photographers were to this day.  Darren and Erin are true professionals who know how to make a wedding day fun. Working with them was the easiest part of the entire process and we cannot recommend them highly enough!  Look no further, this is the wedding team you want!

fessional! We got so many compliments from our family and friends; not only about the BEAUTIFUL pictures that we were given, but how friendly and fun Darren and Erin were. They made us feel very comfortable and even gave us a few belly laughs that helped create gorgeous pictures and a fun atmosphere. I found Rising Star Photography on The Knot, and was sold after looking at the photos. When contacting Darren, he had a very quick response time as well as providing me with all the information I needed. We met in person and Darren showed us his beautiful work from other weddings. After this informative and comforting conversation, we knew he was the perfect fit for our wedding. Weeks before the wedding, Darren reached out to us and we had a final meeting where we discussed our timeline, what kind of photos we wanted to get, and what to expect. I was extremely stressed about my timeline going into this meeting, but after talking with Darren I felt like a million bricks were lifted off of my shoulders. I cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed having Darren and Erin be apart of our special day. I was in awe when we received our photo gallery (which was delivered in about 3 weeks time, INCREDIBLE!). Every special moment and feeling of our wedding was captured in the gallery. Thank you so much Darren and Erin for your hard work! We appreciate everything you have done for us, and we look forward to working with you again soon!

repare our wedding day schedule. Darren recommended a beautiful park that was nearby our venue to take pictures. They focused on scenery as the backdrop and lighting and not a standard plan of shots. Their flexibility to adapt to my wife and my preferences made our photo shoot stress free and enjoyable. Sarah and Darren wanted our pictures to reflect us and had such a good energy. I can feel the love when I look back at our pictures. We would highly recommend both of them for your photography needs.

ideas about the timeline, locations, specific shots, other vendors, etc- seemingly an endless supply of wedding knowledge. He is full of energy and clearly incredibly passionate about making this day as perfect as possible. Erin brings the same high energy and compassion, they are truly a dynamic duo! Our photos came out better than I could have ever imagined, bright and vibrant just as I wanted. Wedding planning can be incredibly stressful but hiring Darren and Erin was the easiest decision we made!