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 Commercial Photography References

"Adept Studios has produced all machinery promotional videos for our company in the past 5 years. Each video has been outstanding and has played a tremendous part in our company's success. Our customers, dealers and even our competitors complement us on these videos. Adept Studios also produced our 2007 calendar and the wonderfully executed Oceanette promotional poster that took our industry by storm. I can highly recommend Adept Studios to anyone wanting to raise their  company's brand awareness in any competitive market segment, whether its using their professional broadcast quality promotional video service our their outstanding photography and production services."

- Hunter Fry, President Ocean Machinery Fort Lauderdale, Florida

"Adept Studios was quick to handle my job, as I had a tight deadline. They were professional, courteous and got the shot I was looking for. Their new studio is amazing. I cannot imagine there is anything they can’t handle."

- Chris Willingham, Christine Marie Communications

"Wow!!!  I love it. You da man! (as we say in the hood). I'm looking forward to a great, long term relationship. The new pictures are working great. We just ran a few test products this past week to get a clear understanding of our new systems. We have been able to command a higher dollar value per item, which I attribute to your wonderful work. The pictures will indeed pay for themselves."

- Todd, "Market Maker Man"

"Hope all is well. Nice job on the 2 Woolbright Centers. Brian really made the most of the centers he last shot for us and I was pleased with the choices I had."

Wedding Photography References

» Danny, I just want to give a world of thanks from both Kris and I for all of the
beautiful photos you took of our wedding.  You captured every moment and
the feel of the whole wedding.  Everyone was blown away by your photos!
Especially all of the beach shots!  We hope you had as good a time as our
guests.  It was such a pleasure working with you and hopefully our paths
will cross again someday - hopefully for another photo shoot!

Thanks for everything! Vanessa & Kris
 

» Brian, I understand that referrals are the best compliment that we can pay you; rest assured that we will refer you to anyone and everyone that crosses our paths that is in need of photography services.  You did an absolutely amazing job with our engagement and wedding photos.  We gave our guests CDs as wedding favors and used several of our engagement photos as the CD covers - every single guest (about 150) complimented the photography!  Everyone just loved the pictures you took.  Our wedding photos turned out just as extraordinary - we really appreciated your style of photography and the casual, yet professional way you worked on our big day.  We were very comfortable with you and your team and believe that this allowed you to get the most candid and honest photos possible of everyone!  As we share our photos with friends and family, they all comment on how great a job you did and indicate that they hope you are still available when they need a photographer!  Thank you again for the excellent job you did with our photos.  Please do not hesitate to use us as a reference, interested parties can feel free to call us day or night!
PS - It was also very nice to receive all of our photos so quickly after the wedding, along with our rights to reproduce - as a photographer, I am sure you know this is priceless!
Sincerely, Rachel & Marc Cunningham

» Dear Danny

February 26th was a day to remember. Thanks to you, I have wonderful pictures that won't ever let me forget what a great time I had with family, friends and my new husband. Between the raindrops you still managed to capture all the shots I could have wanted outdoors. You have the gift, a great eye that finds all the right backdrops, lighting, angles and emotions. We had a blast watching the video you did - you did a great job editing and the music backgrounds were awesome. I couldn't have found a friendlier or more enthusiastic group of people to work with. Thanks again for everything!! You did an awesome job.

Dawn & Chris Botto, Miami FL

» Danny, I just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how much Lizabeth and I appreciated all of your hard work at our wedding on Fisher Island. You are a true professional who knows how to handle the situation with enthusiasm and energy. You made us both feel very comfortable during the shooting. You were everything we had hoped for and more.

Tony and Lizabeth - Cincinnati, OH

» Hi, Brian. The wedding photos are incredible!! Thank you so much. We are having such a good time picking out ones to send to family and friends. There are so many great ones. Many thanks again to you and Christy! You were wonderful to work with and did exceptional work. Please let us know if you ever need us to recommend you to anyone or give a testimonial of your work. We'd be glad to tell anyone how great you were!!

Devon Tehrani, Fort Lauderdale FL

» Brian. At first Mac and I were shocked. We both look so great and for me- I really think I look beautiful in the pictures. You did an amazing job. I've sent the link to my family and they just can't believe it. They are in awe.  The photos are amazing and you really are talented. I look at them and I feel so proud of what I see. Thank you - there really are no words to tell you how grateful I am. I can't wait to see the CD and begin to print them. I love the black and whites and the one in the gazebo is phenomenal. You rock! You are the best! Really.

Mac and Mikki, Miami FL

» Danny, my wedding day was the best day of my life.  Danny and his wife Kim were able to capture it in an amazing fashion.  Every shot taken was either perfectly posed or perfectly candid.  Danny and his entire crew were extremely professional and easy to work with.  They all did a superb job.  My pictures are awesome and my video is spectacular.  Thank you so much Danny for giving me exactly what I wanted, a nontraditional wedding album and video that will provide me with everlasting and vivid memories of my very special day.  

Krista and Dominic DeMarco Miami FL
 

» Danny and Kim were a joy to have work at my wedding.  I was so nervous, only finding them from a general search online, but it turned out better than I even expected.  Danny and Kim are very professional and always tried to accommodate my family and me.  Danny took time to get to know my husband, myself, and my family in order to capture the whole feel of the wedding through the photographs and video.  He was everywhere I asked him to be and made sure that everyone felt comfortable in every situation. Kim and Danny were an absolute pleasure!  

Christina and Domenico LaGrasta, Naples FL

» We are more than pleased to write a wonderful testimony for Danny. Naturally, we were so nervous about the results of our pictures. It is the only memories we will have to cherish. Danny made us calm and confident that everything will be ok. He was right.

Danny's photography skills were demonstrated in the highest levels of professionalism. The color, photo selections, editing, and photo styles were amazing. His eye for the camera and feel for the moment, make looking at his pictures feel like your reliving the moment.

Not only were Danny's professional skills demonstrated, but his interpersonal skills meshed warmly with our guests. He made sure he listened to our needs and respected the images of the guests. Danny's ability to photograph what we wanted came without question. As well, his advice and opinion further enhanced the value of the wedding album.

Most importantly to us, we found Danny's passion for photography quite pleasantly surprising. After interviewing many other photographers, we found that many do it for their "job" and not as their passion. We found that to be a big difference. Danny does it for the passion. It was worth every dime.

We highly recommend Danny Steyn for anyone needing a professional passionate photographer for their wedding. Larry and Ivonne Morales, Fort Lauderdale, FL

» Danny, Thank you for making our day so special. The photos are awesome and everybody loves them. Thank you for EVERYTHING.

Peggy and Jens Hermann, Germany.

» Danny - Mark and I want to thank you and Kim from the bottom of our hearts, for the beautiful job you did. We had so many compliments on your enthusiastic manner and professionalism.  After seeing these proofs I know you have captured ever moment of our special day!  They are absolutely beautiful and you have captured every moment of our special day. Our wedding memories will be with us forever because of your pictures. Carie and Mark Godfrey, Fort Lauderdale FL

» Danny, You are a star. Just came home from Cat Island and found your photo album!!!! It is wonderful and I am sending it around the world. Especially my parents will be so happy to get to see the bride and groom amidst their friends!!!! I didn't expect such a wonderful "teaser", thank you so much, Freddy and I browsed through it, so much fun!!! The colors are so beautiful!!! Big Kiss to the best photographer ever!!!

Freddy and Tina - Nassau, Bahamas

» Danny, The pictures are beautiful. You captured everyone at their best. Johanna and I are very thankful that we had you at our wedding. Someday I hope we meet again. Hope you are well and smiling as usual.

Josh and Johanna - The Woodlands, TX

» Danny,

Steve and I would like to thank you for making our Wedding a beautiful and memorable time in our lives with the wonderful pictures you took of us and our family and friends. We will be able to look back through the years to come and remember how much fun we had. All of our guests loved you and couldn't believe how creative you were with your picture ideas. Thank you so much again we couldn't of wished for a better photographer. 

Nicole and Steve - Jersey City, NJ

References from our beautiful models - Model Referrals - Model References

» Hey Danny, Thank you so much for doing me that favor. I cant wait to work together again. I have got a lot of jobs from the photo's we took together. I have been in 4 magazines now, and a ton of catalogs. Thanks to that famous black thong on the beach that morning by the rock, I have gotten these jobs. It always say's something when they want to see reference. Those beach pictures has done a lot for me.
You can see me this month on www.staremagazine.com new faces , I wont be able to see the other 3 until Sept or Oct.  Anyway thank you for all your help and can't wait to shoot again. Oh yea I have gotten a little over my shyness ha ha. 5000 pictures later  ha ha.
Love,
Karen Campbell, Seminole Florida

» Hi Danny,

I just wanted to thank you for an incredible photo shoot, you really know how to make someone feel beautiful and sexy. My photos were amazing, better than I could've ever expected and I will definitely do it again. I highly recommend you to anyone that is interested in getting high quality, professional photos done regardless of the reason. Keep up the good work, you're an artist.

Niala - Fort Lauderdale, FL

» Danny, I just want to tell you how great of an experience this was for me. You were so great to work with! It was such a great experience. I can't tell you how excited I am on how the photos turned out. They are absolutely amazing! I really hope that I can do something with this. You've really helped me see another side of me. I thank you for all your help and professionalism. It was so much fun and hope to do it again. I will definitely recommend you to anyone who is looking for a professional photographer! I thank you so much!  I can't wait to do it again!

Rhonda - Boca Raton, FL

» Hey Danny ! I had such an exciting day at the photo shoot! When I went back to get my disc and to see the pictures I was thrilled about the way they turned out .. they look sooo pretty and thanks to you I can now make my comp card and start doing some jobs! You are such an amazing photographer and so easy to work with.. I cant wait until we can have another photo shoot and until I start doing some real print work (hopefully).. Anyways, the pictures are GORGEOUS & you and Christy did an amazing job over all .. I couldn't have asked for anything better ! Thanks Again,

Laura - Fort Lauderdale, FL

» Hi Danny,

I just wanted to thank you for an amazing shoot! I honestly couldn't have asked for a better first time to be photographed by a professional! I had a lot of fun and I think we got a lot accomplished. And I felt very comfortable shooting with you, I hope we can do it again! Have a great week and I will talk to you soon! Thanks again!

Lara - Fort Lauderdale, FL
 

Hi Danny,
My husband absolutely loved the pictures! I had a great time doing the photoshoot. Thank you for making me feel comfortable with myself during the shoot, I feel it really came out in my pictures. Your professionalism and expertise made my experience a very personally rewarding one. I am very excited and looking forward to working with you again for my next set of pictures on the beach. Once again, I thank you for the wonderful experience.
Mirjana - Fort Lauderdale FL

Danny,
Thank you so much for a wonderful experience. I never imagined that I could feel so beautiful and now I have pictures that are unbelievable. I love showing them off! You really did a great job of helping me choose the wardrobe that worked for my coloring and body and the poses that were the most flattering for my shape. You should be proud of yourself! You are truly talented.
 

Naomi - Fort Lauderdale

Danny is a great photographer.  Not only did I have a great time at the shoot, but I also received cds full of wonderful pictures.  He is very encouraging and makes you feel at ease in all situations.  He has great suggestions and helps you to open up, express yourself and have a great time.  This is the second time I've had my pictures taken by him and I hope to have a third, fourth, fifth and so on... 

Melissa, Fort Lauderdale Florida

» Hey Danny!

Thanks so much -  the pictures look great!! I could of never been more satisfied! Working with you was such a pleasure! I hope now that I have taken my first pictures I can get  somewhere! Your the best!

Nishee and I loved working with you! You're very professional and a great overall person!!  Thank You again!

Nicole, Fort Lauderdale Florida

» Danny,
I am very happy that I have had the opportunity to work with you on more than one occasion! My photos came out beautifully, and I recommend you to absolutely everyone. Thank you for making me feel completely at ease during my shoot, and being so much fun to work with! I look forward to getting to work with you again in the future!
Marisa, Palm Beach Florida

 Letters of Appreciation - How to Become a Professional Photographer

Hey Danny,

Mr. Steyn,

I just wanted to take a moment to say thanks for the advice that you have on your web site. I'm already an established photographer, however, I am always learning. I found your site by a Google search for wedding contracts. The knowledge that you share about
the industry is priceless and any photographer, whether novice or seasoned professional should be honored that you share it. I feel like a better photographer having read it. If you have a moment check out my site listed below.
Thanks again!
Michael Strider - www.msimages.com

Dear Mr. Steyn,
I wanted to write and thank you for your words of encouragement and insight that you shared in your written piece on how become a professional photographer.  I have had an interest in photography for sometime, and have recently enrolled in a class to learn and understand the basics.  The class however was not what it could have been due to the insecurities of the teaching instructor.   I am though determined to continue my pursuit to learn as much as I can so that I might one day turn this aspect of my life that I love, into a passion that I can also be compensated for.  Again I thank you and would love to read more of your writings and take in more subject matter on this subject.  Anything you can share will be greatly appreciated.  Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to share my voice.
Best regards,
RoDerick Gilbert
 

Mr. Steyn,
You are truly a class act and a breath of fresh air for the burgeoning photographer.  I have been intently pursuing my part time photo career for about 3 years.  However I have had cameras since I was in middle school 79-82.  My dad finally trusted me with his AE-1 one day and I fell in love. Then there was the T70, the Minoltas, Mamiyas and finally my beloved Nikons.
I know you don't have the time for my bio so I'll keep it brief.  The "fresh air" I mentioned earlier was referring to your helpful attitude and wisdom that floods your site.  When you surf as many photo web site as I have, you learn to accept the holier-than-thou arrogance that a lot of pro's have these days.  I meet pros like yourself from time to time, but they are few and far between.
Thanks again for the time you have taken to put together an A-1 website to help people like me.  Rest assured I will be spending time pouring over it for quite a while and keep it bookmarked.  I wish you continued success and you are truly " A Class Act"!
Jon Bowen
Jon Bowen Photography, Anderson, S.C.

Hi Danny!
I am Chelsea; I will be 23 this month and I still hadn't found out exactly what I wanted to do in life until now! Well, I've ALWAYS wanted to travel and take pictures of landscapes, animals, nature, beautiful countries----ANYTHING, really! I just never thought
that I could actually become a successful enough photographer to DO it; and I didn't want to go to photography school, as I have a friend going to photography school and they teach you more about computers than actual PHOTOGRAPHY! I decided not to
waste my money on that; Once I read your article, though, it really inspired me! I thought that only the chosen few who were extremely talented could have such a marvelous job, but now I've decided that even if that is true, I want to become one of those chosen few! Life is too short to do something you don't like all your life as a career!

Chelsea

Scotty Brock, Tennessee

Hey Danny,
Those are some great tips! Thanks for putting the time and effort in.  You answered a lot of my burning question well but I have one more! Take as much time as you need to reply...I have traveled all over. Egypt, Mexico and UAE all amazing places! I found
those vistas and angles not seen by the package tourist. I crave and go out
of my way for those shots!

Thanks a bunch Danny!
Regards,
Curtis