the reviews are in

ALLISON, BRIDE

“From the moment we met Dory for our engagement photos, we instantly clicked. She made us feel so comfortable and natural in front of the camera, and we knew we had one of the best for our wedding pictures. Dory is very detail-orientated which shows by her constant communication with us between our engagement and leading up to the wedding. Dory made us feel so at ease the day of our wedding, as you can imagine is sometimes stressful in itself, let alone during a pandemic. She is honest, gracious and always has a smile on her face. Dory and her daughter Makena captured our day and did such an amazing job! We were blown away by the pictures. The bridal party had so much fun with them. If you’re looking for a professional photographer, look no further because Dory is the best! We look forward to using her in the future, and she’ll be a part of our lives forever.”

AUDREY, BRIDESMAID

“Where do I even begin!? If you’re looking for a photographer look no further! Dory is your gal! Dory and her daughter made my best friend’s day flawless! She got every moment of the entire day on camera just perfectly. From behind the scenes to the girls hanging out and getting ready (and the boys) to the actual ceremony and photos after, I’m truly amazed at the photos she was able to capture. She made my best friends’ feel so comfortable and confident on their special day. Let’s also be honest, we weren’t the easiest bunch; we’re a little crazy, and Dory handled it better than I could ever have expected! Multiple times during the day she had us laughing so hard that our stomachs hurt. When I get married I’m forcing Dory to come wherever that is, so she can also be my photographer—that’s how great she is! Surprise, Dory! But seriously, book her as your photographer before she’s booked up, and you miss out on her magic!”

EMILY, BRIDE

“Dory is just the best! Not only are her photos absolutely amazing, but so is she. Dory was so easy to connect with and made the planning process so easy—she helped me figure out my wedding day schedule and gave some very helpful advice. The day of, I already felt like she was just part of the small wedding group of friends and family. She was bubbly, caring, funny, enthusiastic, organized, and so talented. We were trying to get really cool first photo shots, and she even used her body to hold up thorn bushes just so I didn’t walk into them!! Her daughter was absolutely fantastic as well, and they made a great team. Just constantly thinking about not only taking the best photos but seeing how they could help in any way!”

MICHELLE, LIFESTYLE CLIENT

“I will forever have Dory take my family's photos! My 3 year old loves to scowl and she not only gor him to smile but even laugh! She is incredible!! I love Dory and I am so very thankful for all her hard work!”

BEN, LIFESTYLE CLIENT AND FORMER GROOMSMAN

“Dory is a pro. I hate having my picture taken but she had me enjoying it, and now my wife and I have some awesome photos to remember together! Thanks Dory!”

BREE, LIFESTYLE CLIENT AND FORMER BRIDESMAID

“Dory did my husband and my 10th anniversary photos, and I wouldn’t have it any other way! It was a very comfortable experience. She gave us pointers while at the same time letting us be ourselves which made the candid shots she captured some of my favorites! She is very detailed and experienced and that shows in the final results. To top it off she is easy to talk to, and you will feel like best friends at the end of the day! Thanks again Dory!”

JADA, BRIDE

“There truly aren’t enough words to describe how amazing Dory is! I knew YEARS before I even got engaged that I wanted Dory to shoot my wedding. Not only is she an amazing photographer, but she also has an amazing personality that can’t help but make you feel comfortable. When I received my photos from Dory, I was speechless. They are even better than I could have ever imagined. I am so thankful that Dory was able to capture every moment of the best day of my life!”

NICOLE, BRIDE

“If you are searching for a photographer, your journey ends here. Dory is hands-down the best! I had the pleasure of having her capture our engagement photos! I decided to go with her because she got back to me right away, and her customer service was phenomenal! (Of course her photos are incredible as well) She was sweet and so nice. She is definitely experienced, she provided us with a sheet that had all common questions for a first-timer in front of a professional camera. She made us feel confident and comfortable. My husband was was awkward at first, but a few pep talks from Dory, and he was killing it. My favorite thing about her is she captured us. She continually encouraged us to be ourselves, and have fun, and she'll take care of the rest, and she did. I couldn't be happier with our photos! Thank you Dory, you are a life-long photographer and friend!”

ALENA, BRIDE

“Dory has a wonderful personality that makes everyone around her instantly relax. She’s one of few people who takes photos of me that I actually like. My wedding was no exception. She did a great job of capturing all of the special moments we want to remember forever and even getting good pictures of my now-husband who doesn’t love having his picture taken. We can’t say enough good things about Dory! If you’re looking for a photographer she’s the one to pick!”

DALLAS, BRIDESMAID

“One of my close friends got married during the craziness that was 2020, and one thing that made it all go smoothly was Dory and her awesome team! They were very punctual and informative about the schedule! Working with them was an absolute blast with lots of laughs and some seriously amazing photos! I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for awesome, memorable and creative photos for your special day! Thanks again!”

SARAH, BRIDE

“Dory was easily our favorite vendor we worked with! From the first phone call we had she just made us feel so comfortable. Her care, professionalism, and flexibility were second to none. It can be a little weird having someone you don't know following you around with a camera, but she's so genuine that it all felt natural (even my husband liked her... and he hates the camera). Beyond that, she's funny, easy going, open to all of our crazy / difficult ideas, and captured incredible moments that we'll get to look back on forever. Thank you, Dory!”

KATHLEEN, BRIDE

“Dory and her assistant were amazing! They photographed my wedding August 2019, and the pictures couldn't be more beautiful. She captured so many cool, candid moments, as well as of course all the classic poses plus some really fun ones! She was there ALL DAY with us, and was really dedicated to not missing a thing! The pictures are GORGEOUS! I have them in a digital frame that rotates through all of them, and sometimes I just sit and stare at it with a big, dumb smile on my face. She was super chill, too, and helped things go smoothly. My husband and his groomsmen also had a lot of fun with Dory’s assistant in getting group and getting ready shots. My husband HATES getting pictures taken, and he said it was so fun and easy. They're both the best!”

CAROLINE, BRIDE

“We cannot say enough how awesome Dory was to work with - from our first phone conversation to today. Her friendly, bubbly personality immediately made me feel comfortable and her online galleries were beautiful, so I knew that I wanted to have her shoot my wedding. Dory was very easy to get in touch with leading up to the day, asked all the right questions and stayed in touch in the weeks after as well. We absolutely love our entire gallery - do not hesitate to hire Dory as your wedding photographer!!”

JARED, GROOM

“Dory is amazing! I honestly can't say enough nice things about her both personally and professionally. My now wife and I had the pleasure of meeting her and seeing her in action at my sister in-laws wedding a few years ago and were blown away. When it was time for us to get married we knew that she was the photographer we wanted. She was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process. From the time we scheduled our engagement pictures right up until we got our wedding pictures we knew we were in good hands. She's so knowledgeable and helped guide us down the right path when making decisions but was also completely receptive and respectful of our own ideas and requests. She always gave us her honest opinion, and we knew she was someone we could trust which took a huge load off our shoulders. On top of being an amazing photographer she's also an incredible person and someone that my wife and I now consider a friend. On the day of the wedding both Dory and her assistant were incredible! Dory spent the day with the bridesmaids while her assistant spent the day with me and my groomsmen. I've been in a few weddings and based on my experiences I was completely dreading the wedding picture process. To me, the goal leading up to the wedding was to have fun and relax with my groomsmen and not waste the day taking pictures. But I was pleasantly surprised by my experience with Dory’s second shooter. She has a great personality and put us all at ease right off the bat and allowed us to do our thing. She was cracking jokes and having a good time right along with us which was awesome! What we all thought was going to be a hindrance ended up being a lot of fun which I never thought I'd say about taking pictures. I can't thank her enough for making it such an easy and surprisingly enjoyable process. We got our wedding pictures back and my wife can't stop looking at them and talking about how amazing they are. We could not be happier with both the process and the end product. We've been recommending this duo to our friends non-stop and can't stress enough how great this experience has been! If you're looking for a photographer, Dory is absolutely the best choice! PS: My wife and I would definitely recommend doing a first look! Makes the wedding day so much more enjoyable!”

CHELSEA, BRIDE

“Dory was honestly one of my favorite parts of my wedding. Upon the very first phone call I had with her we just clicked. When I started looking for a wedding photographer I didn't even know where to begin! She answered every question I had and then asked me things that I would not have even thought of! When we met for the first time in person to do our engagement shoot, my fiance and I just loved her! She made it look so easy. She got the most beautiful pictures and seeing those I know we definitely made the right choice. She is just so friendly and warm and makes you feel like a part of the family when she's taking your photo. She talks you through all of the posing and it just looks so natural. And she is not afraid to get dirty! She will crawl/hike/jump/roll in dirt to get the best photos possible. She was also able to take our rehearsal dinner photos and this was such a good call! It gave her and her assistant time to meet a lot of the friends and family before the actual wedding, so they could just immerse themselves into the parties. They fit in so well with our crew! Everyone loved working with them! They were so funny, so talented, so professional and just so much fun to be around. I never wanted them to leave the wedding! I promise hiring Dory will be the best decision you make for your wedding!”

JAZMINE, BRIDE

“The. Absolute. Best. We felt 100% confident with our choice from the very first phone call. She was able to put us at ease, support us with planning, and boost our confidence throughout the entire process. Our photos came out beautifully, but even if they didn't, Dory and her assistant made such a special addition to our day that it wouldn’t have mattered. THAT is how special they are as a team. SO many people complimented thier behavior and personalities that we've been trying to find the right words to say, being that "thank you" isnt enough. We couldn’t have made a better choice!!”

RYLEE, BRIDE

“My experience with Dory has been above and beyond. After my first phone call with her, I knew she was the photographer for me. We connected so well during that one phone call, I canceled all my other phone interviews with other photographers. My engagement photos turned out so well, I'm so excited to see my wedding photos! The sneak peeks I've seen so far have been amazing! Dory is very good at day of timeline planning, and on the day helping keep everyone on track and on time! She's also very skilled at fading into the background while taking pictures. Other than a few prods here and there to do this or that, she excels at candid moments, and really likes to let her subjects shine by doing what is natural to them. As someone who gets a little awkward and shy in front of the camera, she made it so easy to forget she was even taking pictures! During our first look, I completely forgot she was there, and the shots I've seen from it so far make it seem like we truly were in our own world. You will not regret hiring her to do your wedding!”

ALLISON, BRIDE

“I can’t put into words how amazing Dory is! She made me feel so beautiful, and made the entire picture taking process so natural and easy. After the first 10 minutes with her, she wasn’t only our wedding photographer, but a part of our family. The sneak peak photographs are beautiful and I can’t thank her enough for capturing the best day of my life so far. So excited to see the rest. We stayed on schedule, she made pictures very easy and quick, and she didn’t miss any small detail! Looking back and talking about our wedding day memories, we all laugh and talk about the fun times we had - and that includes many memories with Dory and her assistant!”

CODY, GROOM

“Dory and her second shooter captured beautiful pictures on our wedding day that used nature and natural lighting to its fullest. They were professional all around, and did a great job wrangling together all 6 groomsmen and making us guys look and feel like male models on my wedding day. I’ll cherish these photos and memories. Dory’s assistant captured the best shots of the guys, and beautiful photos of my wife and I. Highly recommend.”

NORA, BRIDE

“Dory was AMAZING during our engagement and wedding day photos. I honestly don’t think our wedding day would have gone as smoothly as it did without her! She makes sure everything and everyone is on time, caters to whatever peoples’ needs and is very enthusiastic about her work ON TOP of taking all those photos. My husband and I, as well as all our family and friends, are obsessed with our photos. She captured the love, fun and happiness so well and is creative with everyone’s special day, uniquely. If you want a photographer you can rely on for amazing service and pictures, go through Dory Diaz Photography. She does not disappoint!!”

KATE, BRIDE

“All your photos from this season are jaw dropping amazing. I have so many people asking who took our photos just from the sneak peaks! I tell everyone about you and to get married in Maine!! I’m going to try and get you as many weddings as I can. Everyone should be as excited and happy as we are about their pictures! [They’re] so so beautiful! I’m going to be a blubbering mess seeing all of these!! We will definitely use you anytime we need a photographer!”

MICHAYLA, BRIDE

“ABSOLUTELY. FANTASTIC. This past Spring we had an indoor wedding. During our search, we really wanted to make sure we hired someone who had a lot of experience with indoor lighting and we came across Dory. Looking through her previous photos, Dory's photos are beautiful and she had worked at our venue prior. We knew she was the photographer for us! On our wedding day, Dory and her assistant made us feel nothing but comfortable the entire time and made sure we were all having fun doing it! They both have such a pleasant and fun energy the entire time. They both were also so good about organizing their time and had incredible control over situating everyone for photos. I couldn't be happier about how our photos came out! Through the entire day, I had zero concerns about moments being captured because I knew Dory and her assistant were on top of it. I would recommend Dory to everyone with a wedding coming up! Thank you Dory for capturing our day!”

ASHLEY, BRIDE

“Dory and her assistant are amazing! They are very professional, but fun to be with at the same time!! When at a session they show that they love their job, always have a good time, and are happy to be there. There’s never a bad angle and no matter the place, the pictures come out beautifully. I would, without a doubt, have them photograph another special occasion!! We absolutely loved having them as our photographers and there on our day!”

KAREN, BRIDE

“Dory and her second shooter were absolutely fantastic! The biggest piece of advice I was given when planning our wedding was to make sure you get a great photographer to capture your day. I sure am glad I listened because not only did they get the family photos we wanted, but they captured moments between us and our friends and families that I honestly forgot about in all the commotion. I swear Dory was like part of the family as she helped me calm my nerves and assured me everything was going to be perfect. I had never been on the side of doing a First Look before the ceremony, but after thinking about all the family photos that we wanted and also trying to get sunset pictures as our wedding was in the evening during winter, we finally listened and are so glad we did. Although it didn’t snow like I had hoped, the rain held out just long enough for us to have our First Look. When the freezing rain held off, we were able to get outside and take the pictures I had always wanted. Dory and her second shooter were great about making sure people came in and out of photos quickly while still getting great shots so we didn’t have to freeze too much!”

DIANA, BRIDE

“Dory Diaz. Where do I begin? After getting engaged, the first person I called was Dory to secure her as our photographer. We had previously met Dory at our friends’ wedding that she photographed and after seeing their shots, it was literally a no-brainer. I was practically sprinting to get ahold of her and didn’t bother wasting my time exploring other options. Dory’s photography style is just fantastic, she really knows how to capture an authentic feeling in the most natural way. No awkward prom style photos here. Every photo she captures and edits is absolutely stunning. On top of delivering A++ work, Dory’s positive energy is another reason to book her. The big day can feel overwhelming and stressful but Dory’s presence was calming. It honestly felt like one of my oldest girlfriends was present to help me get ready to walk down the aisle. Dory’s commitment to customer service cannot be found elsewhere. It is such a priority for Dory to really get to know the bride and groom, to understand their vision and style and deliver accordingly. She drove nearly 4 hours one way to photograph my wedding—talk about a commitment! It wouldn’t be fair to mention how much I love Dory without mentioning her second shooter. Another gem, with a really great eye, attention to detail and a killer personality. She had us laughing for days. If I could get married every year and hire Dory, I would. Do yourself a favor and just book her, you won’t be disappointed.”

ALI, BRIDE

“Dory is THE.BEST.EVER! Ok, hopefully that grabbed your attention. Seriously, there are not enough adjectives to describe how amazing she is. This is a long review, but I mean every single word. I live in MA but was getting married in Maine so I knew I had to do my due diligence in researching vendors as odds were it would be difficult to meet with everyone. Photographers were #1 on my list. There were many great portfolios I saw, but none were really wow-ing me. Then, I got to Dory's website and I was nothing short of blown away. The images that she and her second shooter were able to capture were absolutely gorgeous. Somehow, she was able to capture pure emotion in an image. What solidified it for me was reading more about her when she said that her favorite shot is the one taken right after the posed shot. The candids... the candids were amazing! When I first called Dory, I felt we were instantly best friends. I found myself so comfortable with her in that first phone call that I booked with her right then and there (even though I had 3 other photographers on my list to call). I knew just from her personality that she would be the perfect fit. We met on a cold, sleet filled day in Maine to scout out potential first look sites at our venue. Dory was such a trooper, climbing rocks all while laughing at what a ridiculous day it was outside! I knew right then that I had made the right choice. My husband is extremely camera shy (we have about 3 pictures of us in our whole relationship!). This was a major concern for me as having beautiful pictures was so important, but that last thing I wanted was for him to feel uncomfortable on our wedding day. Dory and her assistant managed to capture so many stunning (and to be honest, hilarious) pictures of us, that my husband actually started picking out spots himself to take pictures. Dory and her assistant made our wedding. Not just with beautiful images, but with their personalities. I instantly felt like they fit right in with my girls. They were up for anything from laying on the ground with us hovering over them to cleaning off the ceiling after we were spraying champagne all over the place (these pictures were AMAZING and I highly recommend spraying champagne with your girls before the wedding!). They had so many awesome ideas for pictures that I will now treasure forever. They were so flexible and up for anything we wanted to do. The best part is, Dory is just an awesome person. Her skills are amazing, but when you're going to have someone by your side for 10 hours, you better like them! I miss e-mailing and talking to her all the time, I truly felt like I made new friend. She made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day and even played therapist a time or two when there were a few hiccups during the day. She was my rock that day and the images she got were breathtaking. I have not stopped hearing from my family and friends on how gorgeous the pictures are. She truly captured the pure emotions of that day (with some shenanigans mixed in!). I honestly wish I lived in Maine so we could just go hang out on the weekends! I will forever treasure our pictures and the memory of how amazing Dory and her second shooter were will last a lifetime. I strongly encourage you to book with her, it will be the best decision you make for your wedding.”

JORDANNA, BRIDE

“Stop researching now and just book Dory, you’ll be glad you did! We were so lucky to have Dory photograph our wedding! She made us feel comfortable from the first phone call right through our wedding day. Her creative eye is spot on. She was able to deliver photos in the style we had wanted. Dory was also always in the right spot at the right time- capturing all of our moments, smiles and laughter. Dory fit our budget, personalities and style. Our package included a second photographer, and she and Dory worked seamlessly together all day. We couldn’t be more happier with our photos and experience! Thanks, Dory!”

JENNY, BRIDE

“I am so grateful to all the brides who wrote such glowing reviews of Dory, because working with her was one of our best vendor decisions. Planning a wedding is a lot of work (amiright?!), and you want all that effort to result in the day you imagined - that’s a lot of pressure! Dory’s shining positivity and can-do attitude made me feel comforted and reassured that everything was going to be amazing. She told me I looked beautiful when my nephew cried because I was in hair rollers (ha!), she laid on the ground to get the perfect shot, she made silly noises to make my niece and nephew smile, and I even heard she waved a boat away right before our ceremony! And her assistant is a fun ball of energy that added levity and excitement to the day. Because of Dory and our day-of wedding coordinator, I really felt able to relax and just enjoy myself - what a gift! Dory is obviously experienced and does a lot of weddings, but she made our day together feel unique and personal. She took time before the wedding to get to know us through phone calls and surveys, and she even memorized our wedding party’s names before arriving at the venue! I think these gestures really helped us feel more comfortable so Dory and her assistant were able to capture our candid moments. And her photos are truly beautiful. I went with Dory because I prefer candids to staged photos, and that seems to be her special sauce. She played with light and was creative with our surroundings, and I love the shots we’ve seen so far! Dory is just a genuinely kind and positive person, and she is a pleasure to be around. If you follow her on Facebook or Instagram, you can tell she has a following of loyal customers and friends who love her work—and now I am one of them!”

LAURA, BRIDE

“Dory and her assistant are an amazing team and the best photographers you could ever ask for. They both immediately felt like family. Through all the chaos of a wedding you want these women at your side. They made sure above and beyond that I was happy, comfortable and informed of events throughout the day. I was extremely impressed with how in tune they were with my husband as well. My husband is not used to being in the spotlight and they made sure he felt as comfortable as possible. I will forever cherish all of their amazing photographs that they captured on our wedding day.”

ALEXA, BRIDE

“Dory is such a wonderful wedding photographer! She makes everything so easy and comfortable. We had her do our engagement photos as well which turned out amazing. She was great at communicating before the event and helping schedule out the day. She contacted all of our vendors to let them know what the schedule was going to be and allow a free dialogue across all vendors. Her associate was just as wonderful and fun to work with! They communicate great and get you all the photos you want to remember about your wedding for a lifetime. Perfection!”

DELANI, BRIDE

“Dory and her assistant were amazing to work with from beginning to end. Dory was prompt and professional during the planning phase of scheduling our engagement shoot as well as the wedding day timeline. My husband and I instantly felt comfortable with Dory and her assistant; they felt like bonus members of our bridal party. They were accommodating and flexible while plans changed during our wedding day. I was amazed by how many gorgeous candid shots they captured without being intrusive. I would recommend Dory to anyone seeking fun, talented, and professional photographers to capture your special day!”

ASHLEY, BRIDE

“My husband and I had Dory as our wedding photographer, and we can't say enough wonderful things about her and her assistant! Very professional, amazing eye for beautiful photos, and made everyone feel super comfortable. Our wedding photos came out beautifully, we are so happy and pleased with our whole experience with Dory! Would highly recommend!!”

CHELI, BRIDE

“Dory went above and beyond in every way! The engagement shoot was so much fun and her pictures came out beautifully. The wedding went by in blur but she didn't miss a thing! The photos came out better than I could of ever hoped for. She has a wonderful eye and is great at catching genuine moments.”

ROBERT, GROOM

“I have only good things to say about Dory and her assistant. They are very dedicated and their focus is on not only taking exceptional pictures but also contributing to making the wedding experience better. For instance, my best man, Dory's assistant, and I were driving in my car to the venue when I wanted to make sure my car was clean so I stopped at a carwash. We wound up needing to use the manual wash (where you spray and wash your car by hand). She insisted that she be the one to wash it so that my best man and I didn't mess up our suits. That kind of dedication is rare and shows their focus on a wonderful experience. Dory is never satisfied with doing the minimum, rather, she is always trying new styles while still having the experience of years of photography to make every picture worthy of a frame. Again, my highest recommendation goes to Dory. Thanks again Dory!”

AMBER, MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

“Dory and her assistant were spectacular to work with! Your wedding isn’t just another day at work for them. They immerse themselves in the day and love what they do. Dory is always working to get the best shot and she does. The experience we had was so easy going yet at the same time very thorough and of the best quality! We LOVE the pictures in our daughters wedding gallery and would recommend Dory to anyone. She is very pleasant, professional and talented! You won’t be disappointed.”

SALLY, FRIEND OF THE BRIDE

“Dory was the wedding photographer for the daughter of a friend. She took many 'morning of ' photos at my house. Arrived early, friendly and work tirelessly throughout the morning!! The pictures were fabulous!!!”

MELISSA, BRIDE

"Holy cow!!!!! Actually, what I really said was more like a four letter word, but I’m being ladylike! Dory, these are unbelieveble! Words can’t describe how we feel right now. Looking at these... we were laughing, we were crying... we were saying “oh my dear god”... all the emotions!!! You are amazing. Truly, truly unbelievable. Thank you once again! Seriously, these are incredible."

SUE, MOTHER OF BRIDE

"I have nothing but great things to say about Dory Diaz. From the moment I met her, it felt like I had known her forever; she felt like part of the family. She captured some amazing, precious moments at my daughter's wedding. She and her assistant were so easy going and fit right in with our crazy clan. They were very patient with all of us, especially the kids. I love how Dory does black and white as well as color photos. The pictures of my daughter's wedding at the Union Bluff were amazing. I loved all the special moments that were captured on film. I would highly recommend Dory Diaz Photography for any event. Thanks again, Dory!"

ERIN, BRIDE

"You will not find a better photographer than Dory Diaz. She goes above and beyond in every way. The fun we had taking pictures was a highlight of our wedding day. Her skill is exceptional, her professionalism is superb, her communication is prompt, and her enthusiasm is contagious. We love our photos. My husband and I highly recommend Dory Diaz photography."

MARIA, WEDDING VENDOR

"I have been involved in two weddings and attended several more where Dory played a 5 starring role as photographer. Dory is professional, warm and has a strong intuitive sense of not only what individuals and parties want, but what they really need. Her communication and diplomacy (hey, all weddings need it) are top notch!"