Our wedding photos by Ken Viale blew us away! STUNNING…read more Ken captured everything about our amazing day, a Pirates of the Caribbean-inspired wedding in March 2017 (at Calistoga Ranch resort). With Ken's mix of sweeping landscapes and detail shots, we can relive the look, feeling and memories of that day: a sweet embrace in an enchanted forest. The rain. Passionate ceremony kiss while overlooking a lake. Our pirate reception in a wine cave, our guests being surprised. Brides & Grooms: on your big day you will have "bliss brain." You'll be in a fog. You need a pro like Ken who will capture more than you can imagine--sometimes by guiding B&G/guests in photos or shooting quietly to get authentic moments. Ken is easy-going and fun. Understands outdoor & indoor lighting. Excellent communication & follow-up. Tips: ask Ken for a second shooter (ours focused on reception décor while Ken focused on our pre-ceremony photos). Talk to him about your vision a few weeks before your wedding--he really listens. I only wish we had more time with Ken because we booked a smaller package; the day goes by so fast and his photos are so fantastic, I want even more! For all of the time and money you spend on a wedding, make sure you get a great photographer.

My husband and I got a list of names from our venue and quickly decided the Ken had the best…read moreactions shots, bridal poses, stills, candids and had everyone smiling in pictures. I think we both truly fell in love with the idea of having him as our photographer when he called for a consultation after I had given him a three page picture request. My husband who wasnt very attached to the wedding planning, like most men, started yelling about the hockey game and Ken asked what the score was.. It was so amazing because Nick got connected to the experience so quickly because of that. He was pumped and thrilled for the event to be so close, finally! Ken was able to adjust our timelines willingly, and made it better off for me by changing the location for when we started. He clarified all our questions, set out a timeline and inevitebly gave me the confidence to show up to the venue and hour before they told me to be there. When I stumbled on ideas of where to go when he was right there with a perfect solution. Our wedding day was quick, and he was right on top of everything. He had a constant flow of places to take pictures at, he was instructed to make sure everyone was smiling and the pictures proved he kept to it. He gave us pictures that we would have never thought to have. If people are whispering in your ear that the professional pictures might not be what you expect (because people did it to me).. tell them they are wrong!!! Ken is as amazing as his portfolio shows, his talent for placement of people, lighting and getting the most amazing person shot for you is just what you would expect. I had over 1,000 pictures in the end, that captured the most wonderful day of my life. From the start, to the silly pictures, the posed ones, the true to myself ones, and everything I wanted ones he delivered. The timeframe for waiting was reasonable, and you get perfection in the end.. so be patient and seriously book Ken Viale to be your photographer. You will be so glad you did.

I found Maya last year on a random local spreadsheet that had local, female-owned business owners…read morebased in Novato/Marin. After looking at her website and seeing her beautiful work I scheduled a family photoshoot for our annual Christmas card. We have used a few other photographers over the last decade and I'll be using Maya moving forward because... Her work is amazing and she's extremely fast - no long photoshoots that leave the family in a bad mood! The rates are very reasonable for the number of beautiful, retouched images you receive. The turnaround time is amazing - in the past we've had to wait a month or longer, Maya is speedy and sends images within a two weeks. She is very kind with our daughter, Lucy and knows how to get kids comfortable and in their element so the photos never come out cheesy or awkward. I would highly recommend hiring Maya for any photography needs and feel grateful to have found her to capture my special family!

Maya G Photography not only rhymes she is an amazing photographer. Maya has an incredible eye and…read moreis able to get the moments you want in a photo session that others don't get. Don't think "formulaic stock shots" with her. She has an ability to make everyone feel comfortable and truly be themselves. She has done family work with us and is able to get all of us looking good in one place and smiling. That is a feat. I truly wish I had known her so she would have shot my wedding, that was many years ago though. I've seen her work via her website and social media and she does all sorts of life memories for people. I also know she is a huge supporter of the local schools which is a generous thing to do. From the first phone call or email about a session with Maya you will be taken care of. She is very caring and will make you feel at ease. Total professional, prices are great and she is a local businesswoman. These are all important. Give her a call, you won't be disappointed.

Matthew is an extremely talented photographer. Every time I see his photos I'm amazed! He is very…read moreprofessional as well and a pleasure to work with. I can't wait to see more photos from him! Update: Just got my photos! They're great!

From the owner: Hello! I'm Matthew Hulsey. I provide photography services to those located in the Bay Area. I…read morephotograph family portraits, headshots, events, parties, and much more! Feel free to contact me if you have any questions!

Our Family had a WONDERFUL experience with Shannon. She was efficient, professional and made the…read morewhole session feel easy and dare I say, enjoyable! We really appreciate how quickly Shannon was able to turnaround the preview of photos for us to select. The most difficult part (a good problem to have) was selecting the photos because there was so many WONDERFUL options!! We will treasure these photos and are so incredibly grateful to have them. She really captured the essence of our family. I can't recommend Shannon enough!!

Shannon is amazing. This was the fourth time she's photographed my family, and somehow her photos…read morejust keep getting better. Every session with her leaves us with images that end up in frames all over our house-- they're my favorites. She has such a gift for capturing moments that feel both beautiful and real. Nothing ever looks forced or staged-- instead, she finds those natural, joyful expressions and connections that really feel like us. Her color photos are so vibrant and full of life, while her black-and-white images feel timeless and emotional. What I especially love is that Shannon has been great for us at every age. She managed to get gorgeous photos even when my kids were 2 and 3 (and totally wild)-- and now that they're 11 and 12 and on the edge of being grumpy teens who hate posing for photos, she still manages to get amazing shots. Shannon captures wonderful group photos but also makes time for individual portraits of each of my girls, which I treasure-- and which always make holiday cards (and grandparent gifts) easy. On top of her artistry, Shannon knows all the magical spots in Marin with transformative backgrounds and can tell you the exact time to be there for perfect lighting. She's a true pro. Add to that her warm, easy presence that puts everyone at ease, and somehow she always draws out genuine smiles and laughter. I am so grateful for the memories Shannon has captured for us over the years. If you're looking for a photographer whose work you'll treasure forever, Shannon is the one.

Mary Jean captures essence in her photography, probably the hardest thing to capture, especially in…read moreher portraits. In my industry I have to work with photographers from all over the world no one compares to her work, Mary Jean is an artist! She is extremely professional and fun to work with. My experience with her is from prortraits to fashion shows and social events. Mary Jean is the preferred photographer of Elite Socialites in San Francisco. You can find some of the women she has photographed in Publications like Haite Living Magazine San Francisco.

Mary has a true gift. From the moment we met for my daughter's senior portraits I could see her…read morepassion for photography and the results were beyond expectations. She is easy to work with and looks to find the spirit and true character of her subjects. If you're looking for photographs that capture the essence of your family, children, or self, it doesn't get better than Mary.

Savina went above and beyond to make our proposal and engagement photo experience perfect. I met…read morewith her about a month prior to the proposal for consultation, how we would be in touch for the morning of, and her vision for the photos at the winery in Napa. She even offered to travel to Napa ahead of time to view the venue, and this familiarity really helped so that she was able to capture the architecture and feel of the location. On the morning of, she was there early and ready at the perfect spot. After the surprise of the proposal, she spent about an hour taking our photos around the winery and inside the tasting room with suggested poses and pre-determined locations. She was extremely efficient, and we felt that we had plenty of time for everything. She sent a handful of photos less than an hour after we were done, which we were able to share with friends and family. After a few weeks, she sent the full portfolio (over 500 photos) and everyone agrees that they were beautiful. She captured the proposal so incredibly, was extremely easy to communicate with, and highly professional. I would highly recommend her work to anyone needing a wedding or engagement photographer.

Savina is such a kind soul and it shows when doing a shoot with her. She made my fiancé and I feel…read moreso comfortable, it felt like we were old friends. She is a very talented and driven individual and her photos show how passionate she is about photography. If you're looking for a photographer, look no further because she's wonderful and her photos capture every emotion and are such a treasure to have. I highly encourage you to reach out to her and set up a shoot - you'll cherish the memories forever.

I live locally on Kauai and contacted Karla about doing a photo session. It was so much fun! I had…read morenever modeled in the Boudoir style before, but I had seen Karla's work and was confident. The photos she took blew my expectations away! The atmosphere of her studio was warm and welcoming. She was very professional and made me feel at ease. I think every women should get photos done my Karla because she captures the essence of beauty in a woman. Sexy & tasteful photography!

I wanted to take a different and more creative approach when it came to my senior portraits, and…read moreKarla Bravo Photography caught my eye because of the way she brings out beauty by empowering woman and creating art, not just snapping pictures. I have always enjoyed the art of photography, and Karla made my true potential of a model shine with every collection of pictures. Karla made me feel very comfortable, beautiful, and I had so much fun. She is an expert and true professional at what she does. She understands about what perspectives make a picture stand out, and as a result her passion for what she does also shows. I would recommend anyone and everyone to get pictures done by Karla Bravo because of the unforgettable experience I had, and because every picture is unique and different. Photography for every event!