I met Hannah through the highly exclusive Chief network of executive women. Chief had built a $1B…read morebusiness on a brand that lived through its members, but how they brought that vision to life was the photography that Hannah captured. As I found myself using her photos for decks and corporate editorial, I was reminded the power of visual storytelling in stills. We live in a world where short form and video show engagement metrics - which isn't incorrect, but that might tempt us to forget the original art of still photography to capture a moment, and motion or a sensation that moves people. For me, I hired Hannah for both event and product photography. Since then, I've sold out my events and my first batch of products. This does not happen without Hannah's genius and her talent for visual storytelling that moves people without video-in-motion; though I suspect that we might work together on that next Thank you, Hannah! I can't wait to do more with you as we continue to build!

Hannah is not a stunning photographer and person. I HATE taking photos, and Hannah took headshots…read morefor me and for a professional group that turned out beautifully. I've never had so many good photos to choose from! And the photo shoot itself was easy and comfortable because she was so kind and encouraging. I highly recommend working with Hannah!

John is a terrific photographer. He's easy to work with, very creative and has a great sense of…read morestyle. He shot great photos at our wedding and has done portrait work for some of my other projects. Ask him to bring along his Rolleiflex for some retro-fun.

I've collaborated with dozens of photographers on various types of projects over the years. Mik…read moreMilman is the best - by a long shot. He has a gift for capturing moments, expressions, and emotions. That's not a skill you can learn. Mik's unmatched talent is backed up by flawless technique. His expert use of light, deep understanding of what appeals to the human eye, and ability to move quickly in fluid situations with high-profile subjects make him an exceptional Los Angeles events photographer. He'll follow the action to get the best shot. Spontaneous helicopter ride for extra aerial angles? He's in. Mik also brings top-notch professionalism to his craft. He always shows up early. He consistently over-delivers. He shares all shots in easy-to-browse online galleries. He doesn't make promises he can't keep. He circles back to ensure clients are happy. He responds promptly to ever inquiry. Most importantly, he'll turn down jobs that aren't a good fit. There's only one thing to warn prospective clients about: Mik's schedule books up fast because he's in high demand. Google, Hermes, Chanel, Bulgari, etc. all use him. Reach out early if you have an event - especially if you also want Mik's videography services.

I needed an updated headshot for work (the blurry 5+ year old one from my phone wasn't cutting it)…read moreand decided to book Mik after seeing his reviews online and reviewing his portfolio via his website, which I was very impressed by. His work is quite varied (weddings, event photography, corporate stuff, headshots, parties, etc.) but it was all done really well. His style is very crisp and clean with a timeless quality -- I think most of us want photos we can look back on for years to come that don't feel "dated." As someone who hates not only tardiness, but also having their picture taken, it was awesome Mik showed up a few minutes early and was also very personable. For once in my life, I didn't feel awkward having my picture taken. Which totally translated in the photos -- they look great! Turnaround time was quick and efficient, price beyond fair. He sent me so many options, I might even throw a few up on my dating profile -- hah! (why not I look great)

Hank was so great to work with! super professional and kept my birthday photo session fun :)read more

Amazing costumers service. Went for a passport photo, they…read morewere fast and received and extra photo and a free print service.

My wife and I loved our experience with Katie! She was so accommodating and very thorough with…read moreevery part of the process. Planning before the wedding, her responses were swift and touching base with her as our plans shifted due to COVID was a breeze. Katie was completely transparent with her pricing during our pre-meeting in LA and kept us in the loop as we changed our wedding location from SLO to Lompoc. My wife scheduled a boudoir session with her in LA before the wedding and it was hosted in a rain room of sorts. It's apparent that she does research and scouts out locations before the actual wedding which made me comfortable because of how knowledgeable she is about her craft. Being a wedding photographer myself, I stressed out about finding one, but my wife and I are so happy we chose Katie. This review is mostly based on her customer service and responsiveness as well as how the whole process with her is because I truly believe her art speaks for itself. She has a unique style and vision and I would choose her again as my wedding photographer in a heartbeat.

We had the absolute best experience with Katie / Larousse Weddings…read more Searching for wedding photography was so frustrating. Honestly, it sucked. I couldn't find anyone whose photos I liked at a price-point that was reasonable. In addition to price, I had something rather specific I was looking for in the photos - a look that was moodier than most wedding photography, with a higher contrast and deeper shadows (without going overboard). Then we found Larousse, and she ticked all of those boxes, and delivered to us wedding photos that many of our friends and family have called 'the best they've ever seen.' She was great day-of too, as was her second shooter (Leo? I feel terrible I can't remember if that was his name). They did a wonderful job of being communicative and giving us guidance, helping get us the best looks, without being overbearing. My wife and I just can't say enough good things about our experience with her. If we did it all over again, we'd go with Larousse 10/10 times, hands down. Here's the link to a sampling of the photos she took from our wedding. https://www.larousseweddings.com/moody-winter-los-angeles-wedding/

We've had the pleasure of knowing Owen for almost 10 years, and this is our second time trusting…read morehim to capture one of the most special days in our lives. Most recently, he photographed our daughter Hailey's quinceañera, and once again, he exceeded our expectations! Owen has captured two unforgettable milestones for our family, giving us beautiful memories that we will cherish for a lifetime. Every photo tells a story and brings back all the joy, love, and emotions of those special days. He has such a wonderful way of capturing the moments that mean the most. It truly means so much to have someone we've known and trusted for so many years be part of these precious milestones. Thank you, Owen, for your beautiful work, dedication, and for giving us memories that we can look back on for generations to come. We are beyond grateful and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an amazing photographer!ma

I was looking for a photographer for my Chinese Wedding banquet and Owen was super helpful,…read moreprofessional, and prompt with our request! We were looking for a photographer for specifically group pictures but I'm really happy Owen went beyond my original request to take more pictures of our happy day! I loved the direction he provided and I was super pleased with how quickly and easily he worked with our DJ and Emcee to seamlessly capture the important moments! Our pictures were delivered quickly, with an additional skin retouching service for that extra glow. I would definitely add him to my event team again if I had something in the area. Thanks Owen!!

Nick was a pleasure to work with and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful and artistic…read moreengagement photos he shot. From suggesting locations to cooperatively guiding us to poses that maintained a natural atmosphere, we had a great time spending the afternoon with him. His experience behind and in front of the camera really shows, and we'll be recommending him to friends and family. He's the type of person that will have you organically smiling during your shoot - and with the money you'll save on his reasonable rates, you probably want to grab a drink with him afterwards.

Nick was the photographer for my mom's 75th birthday a couple of weeks ago and I'm so glad I hired…read morehim. From the start, I knew I wanted a photographer to mark this big milestone for my mom. Everything went smoothly and seamlessly from my first communication with him to the actual event. I contacted him about four weeks prior to the event, and he was very responsive and easy to talk to. I explained what I wanted and how I envisioned the day would flow, and he was receptive, offering helpful suggestions. Since my schedule was hectic around the holidays, all communication was done via email, and I didn't speak with him personally before the event. I trusted my instincts, booked him - finding the contract and payment process very easy - and got in touch with him a few days prior to remind him. He showed up on time, worked well with our family and guests, and took nice photos. The gallery was delivered a few days after the party, sooner than expected, and we were happy with the results. Having him was truly the easiest decision I made for my mom's celebration, and I'm looking forward to future events where I can use his services again. Thanks again, Nick!

We had such a great experience working with Emil for our wedding! He photographed both our…read morepre-wedding couple's shoot at Pasadena City Hall and our wedding ceremony and reception, and we're so happy with the photos. From the beginning, Emil was professional, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. Neither of us is particularly used to being in front of the camera, but he made the experience comfortable and natural. On our wedding day, he did a wonderful job capturing not only the important moments, but also so many candid shots of our family and friends genuinely enjoying themselves. Looking through the finished gallery and seeing how happy everyone looked brought back so many great memories from the day. We also really appreciated how accommodating Emil was with the specific photos and ideas we wanted to capture, while still using his own experience and creativity throughout the day. We ended up with so many beautiful photos that we'll be able to look back on for years to come. We're very grateful to Emil for helping us document such an important time in our lives and would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer for their wedding or special event. Thank you again, Emil!

I had a great experience with Emil for my graduation photoshoot! He was friendly, prompt, and…read morepatient, and he made me feel comfortable in front of the camera. I also really appreciated how responsive he was after the shoot and the care he put into editing the photos. He's a talented photographer, and I'm so happy with how everything turned out. I'd definitely recommend him for graduation photos!

My wife and I first discovered this dynamic duo known as Chasing Pleasures roughly three years ago…read morefor my daughters First Christmas, photo shoot. The pictures came out amazing and so surreal! Everybody loved them and to this day still getting compliments. Since then, they have steadfastly become our go-to Photographer without any hesitation. Most recently we hired them for my second daughters cake smash shoot and #Wow. They never cease to amaze me with the eye they have, their sense of taste, props, setting and all that they have! I'm utterly amazed at their team work and dedication to the craft. The way one grabs a shade while the other snaps a shot and simultaneously arranges props and makes my child smile for the picture. It has always flowed so smooth you would even say that this entire shoot was rehearsed! I like that they don't do copycat work with cliché shots. Everything they do has an amazing Chasing Pleasures touch to it and we love every second! Besides their work, they have become friends and two of the nicest people, truly, that you will every meet! They even assisted with our bags to the car and my babies absolutely love them so that's always a good sign! You've got clients for life guys! Salut!

From the moment we started to share our intention for our wedding photos, they understood…read morecompletely and made all the recommendations on how to achieve our goals. They treated us as if it was their own personal event, keeping us at ease throughout the entire wedding. Will definitely recommend them as they are creative to the point where they can take what you would ask for and go completely above and beyond. 10/10 service

My husband and I had a pre-baby photoshoot with Shahe from Arka photography and both he and Yeran…read morewere very easy to work with. We had so much fun doing the photo shoot and both of them knew exactly what we wanted and they were very creative in coming up with various ways of telling our story of our bundle of joy who will arrive in just a few short weeks. They are very easy to talk to and they work with what you want and are very professional in coming up with ways to make your vision come true. We can't wait to see the photos and we would definitely use ARKA photography for our next event and would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a photographer/videographer.

Sahag and Shahe are truly gems!! The most chillest, most outgoing photographers we could've…read morepossibly had for our wedding! I absolutely love them and will continue to come to them for our future events!! From the moment we met with them, they immediately spoke to us like we were already their friends. They knew what we wanted and it was very easy to understand the vision they had when explained to us! I didn't hire a wedding coordinator because.. inflation and budgets lolll but at the end of the day, Sahag made me feel comfortable enough to call him and ask him for his advice on how long each part of the day would take in regards to creating an itinerary and making sure we had enough time for everything. I must have called Sahag at least 50x!! Poor guy lol! But he never seemed annoyed, never gave me an ounce of negative energy, he was always willing to help, and never let one call go to voicemail! WOW!! During both our engagement and wedding shoots, I was getting a little cranky with the pains from my heels (I hate heels and I hate the man who invented heels even more!) and they knew exactly how to handle the situation and always made sure I kept a smile on my face! Come to find out, they had also worked on my SIL's christening and her parents wedding! So it's easy to say that they're pretty much family at this point! Lolll These guys work hard to make sure you have the greatest day of your life and they do it so smoothly and make it look so easy!! We weren't even speaking to photographers we hired, we were speaking with friends! I can't emphasize that enough!! We will continue to recommend them to all of our friends and family members! Sahag and Shahe and the videographers (I wish I had their names, I'm so sorry!) thank you for allowing us to have the SMOOTHEST wedding day possible while also being apart of our celebrations! We are forever grateful to you guys and we can't wait to work with you again on our future events!