Testimonials
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Discover what some of the amazing clients I’ve worked with have to say about their photoshoot experience! From my hundreds of graduation photoshoots, these testimonials highlight stories of unforgettable moments, authentic connections, and stunning images over the previous years. See why so many students, families, and professionals at UIUC trust me to bring their vision to life!
“Working with Alex was such a great experience. He is incredibly talented, and I would recommend him to anyone looking for amazing grad photos or any other kind of photography. He was very organized and easy to book with, and everything felt smooth and reliable. During the shoot, he had great ideas for poses and gave a Polaroid at the end which was such a thoughtful touch. I’ll cherish the pictures he took forever- Book with Alex!!”
—Nora, UIUC '25
“I had a great experience shooting with Alex! I was really nervous going in, but Alex brought such great energy and helped me feel comfortable right away. The entire shoot felt natural and fun, and the photos came out amazing! You can tell how much attention Alex puts into editing and making sure every photo looks its best. Definitely recommend him to anyone looking for great pictures!”
—Shree, UIUC '25
“Alex is the best!! He took my friend groups photos for graduation as well as shot a huge Greek life party for me. He makes you feel so comfortable on your shoot and is so responsive to your needs. He’s understanding and easy going. He has a great personality which translates in his work as he goes above and beyond to make sure you like it!! He rocks!”
—Mary, UIUC '25
“I had such a great experience doing my graduation photoshoot with Alex! He was very kind, patient, and made me feel comfortable right away. He suggested different poses and helped me look natural in front of the camera. Everything was well-organized, and he was also flexible with timing, which I really appreciated. The photos turned out amazing. I’m so happy with them! I would definitely recommend Alex to anyone looking for a great photographer.”
—Nilufar, UIUC '25
“Alex is an incredible photographer! He guided us through beautiful, natural poses that perfectly captured the charm of each location and ourselves, all while making the entire experience so much fun. It never felt like a formal photoshoot, it felt more like hanging out with a friend! We took our pictures on a freezing, cloudy winter day for our December graduation, yet every single shot looks like it came straight out of a whimsical winter dream! We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out :)”
—Manvitha & Colin, UIUC '25
“I had an amazing experience with Alex Yuan for my graduation photos. He made me feel comfortable throughout the session and captured every special moment beautifully. The photos turned out stunning, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Highly recommend their services for anyone looking for a professional, high-quality photographer.”
—Edward, UIUC '24
“Alex is an amazing photographer. He is very kind, great at making you feel comfortable during the shoot, and super communicative. The final photos from him were high quality and I would definitely book with him again!”
—Angie, UIUC '25
“I had a wonderful experience with Alex. He was super communicative, creative, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the shoot. He gave great posing guidance, was open to all my ideas, and turned snowy weather into beautiful shots. He took the time to get to know me, boosted my confidence, and made the whole experience fun and stress-free. My photos were delivered on time and turned out amazing; I couldn’t recommend him more!”
—Maggie, UIUC '25
“Alex is a talented photographer and an amazing person to work with. We had such a great time during the photo shoot and the final photos turned out to be incredible. He gave us really cool photo ideas while being open to ours as well. Highly recommend and will definitely work with Alex again.”
—Sasandi & Shenal, UIUC '25
“I really enjoyed using you for our graduation pictures! You made the process seamless, and helped with poses, ideas, and location. Even with a large group, we were still able to go to 4 different shoot locations, which we all appreciated! I’m so happy with how the photos turned out, and would recommend you to anyone looking for graduation photos!”
—Allison, UIUC '25
“Alex was really great at designing aesthetic photos and knows how to creatively use the space you choose. He loves what he does, and you can tell by how much time and effort he puts into the process! Would definitely recommend him for high quality photos.”
—Lexanne, UIUC '25
“The photoshoot experience with Alex was absolutely incredible! He’s super talented at what he does - my graduation pictures turned out stunning, and I couldn’t be happier with them. Alex made the whole session so fun, relaxed, and comfortable. He’s super easy to work with, friendly, and truly knows how to bring out the best in you.”
—Peeya, UIUC '25
“Alex was super friendly and easy to work with, making the whole shoot feel relaxed and natural. He took the time to get to know me, which made the photos feel more personal - especially as someone who hasn’t worked with a photographer before. I’m really happy with how everything turned out and I would definitely recommend him to other grads”
—Carter, UIUC '25
“Before I was quite nervous to get pictures taken, because I’ve never gotten them done professionally, but the help with the poses and directions made my worries go to rest. The amount of pictures I got, and the time that went into them was amazing as well and it made me so happy that I got so many to choose from. You told me before that your favorite subject to capture was people, and it is very evidently so because you have a way to capture the emotion through your pictures very wonderfully.”
—Emily, UIUC '25
“Alex is a great photographer who really knows what works! He made sure I got the shots I wanted and made the whole process super easy. He’s really good at thinking on his feet and improving visions for a shot! I’m really happy with how everything turned out and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for grad photos!”
—Karan, UIUC '24
“I’ve put faith in his skills and effort back then, and that is no different now as I returned to request for graduation photos that turned out splendidly. I’m glad I was able to be apart of his journey back then and now, if you need photos, he’s the guy to call.”
—Heigen, UIUC '25
“I had a great time taking pictures with you! It felt very easy, natural, and I was very comfortable. I appreciated you asking me my preferences as well. The photos turned out great!”
—Karina, UIUC '25
“I really enjoyed working with Alex as my photographer for my graduation photos. As it is such a big milestone, I wanted someone who would be able to capture the momentous occasion. What me made me choose him as a photographer was the quality of his photos. He also took the time and effort to fix my poses or the lighting throughout the photoshoot. Overall, I really enjoyed the whole process and was so happy with how everything turned out!”
—Twinkle, UIUC '25
“Alex was fantastic to work with and provided us with beautiful photos! Both Alex and his assistant made us feel comfortable and let ourselves have fun during the photoshoot and helped us come up with creative poses and backgrounds for each photo. Once we received the final photos, the editing was incredible and we are so grateful to have captured these moments of our graduation!”
—Elise, UIUC '25
“Working with Alex was an excellent experience. He is kind and easy to work with. It's clear how much time and effort he puts into both shooting and editing. Every detail is thoughtful. I highly recommend booking with Alex.”
—Neel, UIUC '25
“I’m happy with how everything turned out. Other than the excellent quality of the photos, I’d recommend working with Alex because his creativity and welcoming mood make the process fun and easy. Thanks again!”
—Jazmin & Diego, UIUC '25
“I was looking for a photographer that made the grad shoot fun while also capturing my favorite spots on campus and Alex was perfect! His creativity with the poses and landscape made the final photos amazing. Definitely recommend him if you want a 10/10 experience!”
—Rachel, UIUC '25
“Alex was friendly, courteous, and very-detailed while taking my photos. Highly recommend!”
—Andre, UIUC '24
“I’m still in awe of Alex’s photography and skill set. I got my graduation pictures done by Alex and he exceeded any expectations I ever had. Not only does he have an amazing eye for photography but he makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera. The weather was not the best during the photoshoot but you would never be able to tell by looking at the photos. Alex did an amazing job editing and retouching the photos while still capturing the magic in the photos.”
—Grace, UIUC '26
“I got my graduation pictures done by Alex and he was great to work with. He made the whole shoot feel really relaxed and natural, which helped a lot since I don’t take pictures very often. He was also able to give just enough direction without it ever feeling too forced.
The weather wasn’t the best but you can't even tell in the final pictures. You can tell he really cares about the details and puts time into making everything look right. He was also super quick sending over the final, edited photos.”
—David, UIUC '26
“We hired Alex for a resident event featuring professional headshots, and the experience exceeded our expectations from start to finish. His communication was prompt, clear, and genuinely collaborative. He took the time to understand our goals, offered thoughtful suggestions, and made the entire planning process seamless.
On the day of the event, Alex's professionalism was immediately evident. We would be happy to work with Alex again!”
—Burnham 310, Apartment Complex
“I had a fantastic experience working with this photographer. The quality of the photography is outstanding. What stood out just as much was their professionalism and responsiveness. Alex replied quickly to messages, making the scheduling process easy and stress-free.”
—Therese, Music Teacher
“Alex was amazing to work with and gave us easily the best experience we've had with a photographer! We had him do photos and a video for a marketing collaboration we did and he captured exactly what we were looking for! Alex was great at helping guide the video idea for it to look its best! Such as on how we can have the best lighting, how the video would be structured best and helping provide us with professional insight on how the video would do best social media!”
—Just Bee Açaí, Restaurant
“Alex was a huge relief to work with on our wedding day. He was communicative beforehand, asking about expectations I hadn't considered, on time when we needed him for our ceremony, and was constantly busy shooting there and at our reception. He found opportunities for shots I wouldn't have thought of taking, and took plenty of photos to help us remember our special day. The photos were quality and our expressions in every important moment were captured. He's reliable, talented, and a pleasure to work with.”
—Jihyeh & John, December '25
“Alex was an absolute standout to work with throughout this shoot. From start to finish, he was incredibly communicative, making sure everyone felt aligned on the vision while also being open to feedback and ideas in the moment. His attention to detail really showed in every shot he was intentional with angles, lighting, and composition, which brought the Bunny Garden collection to life perfectly. Beyond his talent, his professionalism and positive energy made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable.”
—UIUC Reach, Student Organization