If ever you find yourself in need of portraiture, look no further than Melody Yazdani! This is one…read moreof those places that you get what you pay for, so, prepare to be pleased with the results. Melody has a true talent for catching the best parts of you in the best lighting. And she is both warm and inviting, but she will tell you exactly how to best get the shot. The venue is large and luxurious, brightly light and clean. You won't dawdle, this woman is all business and her experience is readily evident. She does children "growing up series", professional headshots, wedding-couple photos(??) - best guess - you have a photo need and Melody can oblige. Every single time I look at the photos she took I can't help but smile. Thank you Melody for getting a shot of a lifetime!

I went to Melody Yazdani for their Unfiltered project. On Instagram they made it seem like you…read morewould be "chosen" for the project after submitting an application. But it's clear to me, they just take whoever submits an application. The project was advertised as a free mini session (15 mins) with a 5x7 portrait included. I signed up and had to put a $200 deposit down. I was annoyed by this - since it was advertised as "free." I got to the studio and from the outside it looked a bit sketchy. I almost didn't go in. But, it was fine inside. I worked with Jake to do my session. He was nice, but he talked to me the whole time and wanted me to talk back. It shows in the pictures. I'm talking, my eyes are closed, and they are awkward. He wanted me to spin around and close my eyes at times. Very strange prompts. There wasn't much direction in terms of body position. I felt awkward. You can tell in the photos. He wanted me to lay in the ground which felt really strange to me. I felt like a little girl and I'm 40. Def not the right pose for someone my age! I went through the photos the next day with Elena. She was helpful. But, I have to say, I HATED most of them. They used a really low angle when shooting most of the photos and it made me look like I had a huge double chin. I also felt the extra "10 lbs" the camera added. We narrowed 150 photos down to 2 or 3 that I kinda liked, but didn't love. Then she started talking to me about pricing. I couldn't believe the costs!! They charge $599 for 1 digital print. ONE! Unreal. No way I was going to pay that for a mediocre photo of me. So, I just got the freebie. Then they said it takes up to 6 weeks and I haven't heard back yet. Not a good experience!!! It felt like a bait and switch. Here's this free session - oh JK - that'll be $600! I don't recommend.

So I was married. 3 times. To the same man…read more Rachel shot our DC elopement (50th anniversary of Loving v. Virginia so of course we did it on the steps of the Supreme Court) and she was AMAZING YA'LL. Everyone who sees my photos is completely blown away; I asked Rachel to take us around DC like tourists and do more a photo shoot than a traditional wedding, and she selected the *perfect* places to go for to-die-for backgrounds. Her photography editing is impeccable, and I had multiple people tell me that our photos look like they belong in a magazine. Rachel herself is wonderfully fun and easy to work with, and helped us have FUN with our photos. I am so thankful that Rachel was recommended to us - she ended up being one of the best decisions we made!

Rachel was so great and I recommend her highly! I had very specific requirements for a corporate…read moreheadshot and she executed perfectly. She was very flexible on timing and helpful with planning. She was also friendly and positive throughout setting up the lights and taking the photographs. Her cost estimate was extremely reasonable and she had the finalized photo to me within mere days. I'd definitely contact her again for other types of photos.

We hired Karen Sayre of Eikon Photography to photograph our wedding and to photograph 3 separate…read moresessions of our new born baby. The three sessions were new born photographs, 6 month old photographs, and maternity photographs during pregnancy. The overall experience was awful. Starting with the wedding event, Karen was late. When we recieved the photos, they were not edited at all. The next series of events were even worse, the maternity photographs and new born photographs were LOST. We did not find this out until months after the fact and Karen was only willing to offer more photo sessions free of charge in place of the photographs we already took. Obviously, with the experiences we already had been through, we opted not to have any more photo sessions with Karen.

I had a book-jacket head shot by Karen Sayre of Eikon Photography, and the work is a happy mix of…read moreprofessional and fun. She captured my personality with ease and the result is a natural headshot that also happens to make me look pretty darn good.

We absolutely love working with Saoussen! She shot our engagement photos four years ago and then…read moreour family photos two years ago. Just last week, we shot our second family photos with her. She really knows the DMV area and offers great sites for shooting. When I floated the idea of cherry blossoms, winter themed and then Fall foliage (for each of the respective above shoots), she picked out stunning sites that were absolutely perfect. During the photoshoots, Saoussen is really great at capturing beautiful moments without feeling overwhelming or staged at all. It's always a pleasurable one hour and she sends a portfolio of numerous wonderful photos that we instantly love!

My husband and I highly recommend District Photog~Saoussen!!! She did such an amazing job with our…read moreMaternity Photoshoot. She was super friendly, patient and accommodating to our last minute location change for the shoot. She was very prompt with her communication and made the entire process very easy for us. She provided us with a Sneak- Peak within 1 day of our shoot. All finished pictures were delivered very quickly and we are so happy with the final results!!! We are pleased that we chose her and definitely look forward to continue working with her :) Thank You Saoussen for this great experience!!!

Love Susie - she's my go to when I need photography of any kind! Very responsive and does a great…read morejob!

Susie S. took photos and video at my wedding. I absolutely love her work! She was really able to…read morecapture the mood and make all of us look beautiful (which is REALLY important on one's wedding day). Susie is a very sweet person and really great to work with. I highly recommend her!

I was looking for a photographer for maternity photos when I stumbled across the Zori Studios…read morewebsite. At first I was a little skeptical because I didn't see too many maternity photos on their website but decided to give them a try because I fell in love with their style. Right from my first interaction with Naz I could tell she was very professional. She addressed all my concerns regarding pricing, contracts, timing of the shoot, etc in a very timely manner. The day of the actual shoot my husband and I had a fabulous time with Naz and her sister. They made us feel incredibly comfortable and were open to incorporating our ideas into the shoot. I couldn't be more thrilled with how my pictures turned out!! They did such a fantastic job! I've gotten so many compliments from everyone that I've shared the pictures with. I would highly recommend Naz and Zori studios to anyone that looking to capture any of life's special moments! Naz not only takes incredible pictures but she is also very friendly and professional! I plan on using Zori studios for my new born photos as well!

"Where do I even begin? I've had the privilege of being a customer of Zori Studios for the past 3…read moreyears, and I can't express how grateful I am for the wonderful moments she's captured for me and my family. From the first session to the most recent, she has consistently impressed me with her communication, kindness, and utmost professionalism in every aspect. Her talent behind the lens is truly remarkable, and it reflects in every single photograph she takes. I've always been more than satisfied with the final results; they never fail to exceed my expectations. The way she captures emotions and turns them into cherished memories is nothing short of magic. Thank you for being such an exceptional photographer and making each session an unforgettable experience. Your passion for your craft shines through in every shot. Keep up the magic:)

Extremely happy with candids & colors on all levels!! We did a 1 year old cake smash with her and…read morecould not have been happier with the results. Professionally, Desiree kept in close contact with us and answered any questions we had prior to the shoot, and was really flexible and open to any suggestions we had. She was very pleasant to work with, very friendly and sweet with our baby, as well as very patient! The shoot was about 45 minutes, which was expected. The waiting area of her studio is very inviting! She has coffee, snacks, books and toys for kids, comfortable couches to sit on - her bathroom even had makeup and hair products for touch ups if needed!! (she also does maternity photos I understand). She had a very fast turn around to get the photos to us for viewing (next day!), and the photos were so beautiful! I had a hard time narrowing down the ones I wanted to be retouched! Pricing is also very reasonable. I will definitely work with her again in the future for other photos sessions and would recommend her to any friend looking for similar services and quality.

I absolutely LOVE Desiree. I searched long and hard for a photographer after finding out I was…read morepregnant with my son. I found her site and was impressed at her work and her pricing. Finding quality work at an amazing price is tough (I know. This was my second and I shelled out mucho $$$ for my first's photos). I was so glad to find her because of how reasonable her investment costs are. Since finding her, I've had my maternity, newborn, and cake smash done through her. Why go somewhere else when time and time again her work is on point? Honestly, I'll be going to her for future sessions rather than look elsewhere. She's been so accommodating and open to suggestions when it come to scheduling and photo ideas. She also has such a large gown and newborn prop selection that there's bound to be something you love. In my case, it was hard to narrow down my choices! The comments about delay in communications? Yes, well, she's not some box brand photographer like Picture People. They have several people working for them and a front desk assistant. She's a small business and solo photographer for most of her shoots. Delays will happen. If there's anything I've learned about newborn/maternity photography is don't wait until the last minute to book. Most good photographers, like Desiree, get booked quickly (my first was booked out 3-4 month!). I've always had reasonable response times, especially considering she has 3 kids and juggles their crazy schedules on top of her photography. If you're looking for a great photographer to preserve your memories, Desiree is the photographer for you. You won't regret your decision to use her.

From start to finish, the service was both stellar and professional. The online process to set up…read morethe appointment was pretty seamless. Life with a toddler struck on the day that we took our photos. To maintain our time, I had to, with not very much notice, rearrange where we would take our outdoor photos. The photographer was able to find a new location that was closer to the studio and we were amazed at how gorgeous the location was. From the moment I session began, it was evident that she is a true gem. She was able to guide us through the process, with a toddler, at multiple locations at the park as well as after an outfit change at the studio. Taking our first family photos was a special moment, and I'm grateful that we are able to find the most wonderful photographer to vibe with us through it! Pro Tip: Book it!

I received my final professional head shots, and I was extremely pleased with them. The experience…read moreof sitting in front of a camera can be anxiety-provoking and lead to forced smiles and tense posture. Shané was well versed in creating a space where you can show your best self. It was lovely to have real moments of ease and true laughter. Admittedly some candid shots were captured that were surprisingly beautiful. I ended up selecting the ones that were posed specifically by the photographer. Also, make sure you take everything with you that you used to get ready - just in case - skin, hair product/tools, makeup etc. It rained unexpectedly for my appt and there's a place to check and tinker with your look when needed. Going back again because I noticed a striking framed photo, and it is from a portrait session apparently. The investment is definitely worth the experience and outcome.