Cynthia, bride

"...We were just able to go through the photos we were out of town with Russell's family. All I can say is you are AMAZING! A true artist! We have so many that we absolutely love. I put together a book that has 100+ pages of photos I love! My Photoshop class starts in a couple of weeks so I am super excited to play with some of them! Thanks for everything XO Cynthia..."
Cynthia, bride

Melanie, bride

"...You bring such a distinctive sensibility to your work and each of the different weddings we viewed seemed to reflect that vision--to be part of a beautiful, heightened Olivier Lalin world in which things are brighter, softer, mistier, shinier, richer, more expressive, and just generally lovelier than they normally are...as if God decided to tinker a little more with life on earth and improve the lighting and the hues! We are excited to see our wedding through your eyes..."

Laurent Saint-Jean, Creative director Sotherby

"...I have known Olivier Lalin 20 years back from when we both [tried] to earn a living in London UK. All those years, he relinquished material rewards and comforts to preserve his photographer's integrity and earn the privilege to practice the craft. Today, Olivier is a true and unique professional artist- photojournalist. His images are eclectic, human, sensitive, sensual and technically [and intentionally] near-perfect. His images are about people, life and truly reflect our contemporary history. Spontaneity prevails and will only be compromised by the split second complex calculations necessary to capture and immortalize the moment. His images can either be savored light heartedly, or better, deserve to be studied in detail, like all true artwork;for connoisseurs only..."
Laurent Saint-Jean Creative director Sotherby

Francesca events

"...Genius! Beautiful, stunning, magnificent....um what else can I say, your work speaks volumes. We are so excited ...Xo, Francesca events

Tizer Bailey, Personal Assistant to Vivienne Westwood

"...Dear Olivier, I have just looked at those remarkable photographs that you took of Kira's wedding. She was absolutely stunning in that gown, straight out of the pages of Vogue. How kind of you to send them to us. Thank you very much. I will show them to Vivienne when I have a chance..."
Tizer Bailey, Personal Assistant to Vivienne Westwood

Trina Quagliaori, bride

"...Olivier embodies everything a discerning bride would want. He has a great instinct for capturing candid and tender moments, and he brings out the best in even the most camera-shy guests. Most importantly, Olivier delivers incredible results. He has a great talent for bringing the mood of the day to life again in pictures in a natural, unforced way and follows up with the exquisite printing and layout that make a wedding album not only a treasured keepsake, but a stunning photographic collection. I clearly could not have been happier to have Olivier part of my wedding!..."
Trina Quagliaori, bride

Nicky Reinhard, Event Planner.

"...Olivier embraces the feeling and excitement of the day and you can tell by his photos - each one shares some insight to the wedding that will be forever captured and treasured on film. Nicky Reinhard, Event Planner. www.davidreinhard.com

Jeannie Uyanik, Event Planner.

"...In a heart beat. In an industry where true artistry is rarely paired with talent AND a fabulous personality, Olivier Lalin has a corner on the market. His exceptional work is only matched by his ability to make the client feel so comfortable that they don't know he is there. He inspires groups to participate in the shot, without being obtrusive and he moves a room better than a chameleon.
Jeannie Uyanik, Event Planner. Cap and Gown weddings

Sofia Crokos, Event Planner.

"...As an event planner, I have personally had the pleasure to work with Olivier on some spectacular weddings. He goes above and beyond to make sure that he captures the intimate emotions, the details and the beautiful memories that later come to life. His enthusiasm and great passion for what he does continues to only grow and get better! I would highly recommend my colleague and friend Olivier to document your special day."
Sofia Crokos, Event Planner. Sofia Crokos

Bernard Steffin, Visionnaire.

"...I met Olivier 15 years ago in Paris. We became friends and I realized how rare it is to encounter an artiste who is able to devote himself to become one with his work. From all the photographers I met, none of them takes portraits at such ease, playfully, and with great sensibility as Oliver does - must be his Frenchiness that his work seems so nonchalant and just doesn't look like work, all is easy and light because he is a real professional. The Moulin rouge , boxing series, the street photography. I believe his master work is the wedding photography where I find his cool personality confirmed and I am happy to follow his eyes with curiosity and surprise"
Bernard Steffin, Visionnaire.

Mark Arbeit, photographer

"...When Olivier isn't catching the decisive moment of a wedding he's busy creating artistic photographic documentary's in his free time. This is what makes the difference between someone who just takes pictures for money and someone who really loves his craft. Olivier puts all his energy in every assignment before him, nothing is more important then the next picture.
Mark Arbeit, photographer

Man-Lai Liang, stylist & event planner

"...Every rite of passage has an ending, even the ones you hope never have too. When we come across those kinds of times in peoples' lives, we realize what a blessing it is to have a simple thing called photography. A wedding is a celebration that lasts a couple of hours but the memories made last a lifetime. It's a celebration that is never planned without hiring a photographer so why not get the top of the crop? Seeing Olivier's pictures on his site I felt like I had been at these weddings. The skill he has mastered in the way he catches raw emotions and unforgettable moments in an image is a rare thing to find. I have seen countless portfolios of wedding pictures, being an event planner, mostly for weddings, and Olivier's is by far the best definition of what photography should entail. Ultimately, capturing a moment in time is priceless, but when the time comes to pay for a photographer, if it is Olivier Lalin, that would be just as much a blessing as is photography itself."
Man-Lai Liang, stylist & event planner Man-Lai

Jacky Natch, bride

I was sold the second I saw Olivier's portfolio and I had no idea how good a photographer could be until I spend the day with Olivier at my wedding. A few word to describe Oliver Lalin: Artistic, go with the flow attitude, hilarious, concentrated on the task at hand and professional. Our guests are still talking about the photographer, Olivier, and how spectacular he was and they have the privilege of seeing his work."
Jacky Natch, bride

Jeannie Schaldacht, bride

"...My brother, after his wedding, had told me that he wished they had been more selective about their photographer. Afterall, once your wedding night is over, all you have left for the most part are the great memories and the pics. Being thorough and rather particular, I met with a lot of photographers in NYC. We went with Olivier, and after seeing the pics he took from our wedding, we couldn't be happier. He captured so many emotional moments we had a hard time keeping our wedding album manageable. And we've gotten many comments from friends who look through our album about how these are the best wedding shots they've seen. And no, Olivier did not pay me to say these things!"
Jeannie Schaldacht, bride

Ali Dao, bride

I cannot say how much we love our wedding photographs. Olivier's photos captured our wedding day both creatively and beautifully. He has a unique artistic style that is very special. Olivier was able to make everyone feel at ease and all of our guests loved him. The quality and artistry of his work is simply excellent and beautiful..."
Ali Dao, bride

Julie Wong, bride

"...Olivier, how are you? we got back last weekend. Oregon coast was very relaxing - i'm almost back to normal self from the scary bride-zilla. The pictures are beautiful! Everyone loves them and most of all THANK YOU for making the day fun and full of laughter!
Julie Wong, bride

Alexa and Andrew, bride and groom

"...Olivier Lalin photographed our wedding at the Rainbow Room in New York City in May 2005. First and foremost the results were spectacular and captured the essence of our wonderful day. Before the wedding we had met with Olivier several times not only to take our engagement photos but so we could impress upon him exactly what we wanted for our wedding pictures both formal and informal. On the day he was nothing but professional and courteous throughout as well as being discrete. We at no point felt the cameras invaded even the most solemn and private of wedding moments. However a photographer is only as good as the finished product and we are delighted to have a wonderful album which we will cherish forever .We would be happy to recommend his services and would not hesitate to hire him again for any occasion."