conor was so great with our girls!! he knew exactly how to get them to smile/cooperate and the…read morephotos look amazing. communication was great as well and helped us figure out the perfect time and location before committing to the shoot. highly recommend!

We hired Vienna Rose for my daughter's Sweet 16 and could not have been happier with the entire…read moreexperience. From communication prior to booking, during the event and the final product, I was thoroughly impressed by Brittany and Connor's professionalism. Connor was hilarious and really connected with the teens and the guests. He got specific shots I had requested and kept me on a timeline to make sure I would get the best pictures. His work was amazing! Super quick turn around too. I look forward to working with them again.

Justin was referred to me by a friend and I cannot express how beautiful the pictures turned out…read more He was very accommodating throughout the whole process and very responsive which I appreciated. On the day of the proposal shoot he went above and beyond to ensure we had an amazing experience. Thank you so much again!

I was referred to Justin by a friend and am confident that he was the best photographer that I…read morecould have booked for my wedding. From the beginning, he was very responsive and communicative about his services, expectations and things to consider for the big day. As someone who was planning her own wedding and did not have a coordinator, I very much appreciated his guidance and wisdom since he has so much experience with shooting weddings! He was very understanding and patient when it came to details regarding my timeline (which I sent to him only a week before the event). On the day of, we were running late in the morning, but Justin showed up early and even kindly stayed 20 minutes later than scheduled to make sure we could squeeze in all the group pictures that we wanted. Also, to both of our surprises, my uncle showed up with a camera, but Justin was very understanding and accommodating about the matter and made sure both he and my uncle were able to capture shots without getting in each other's ways. Justin did such a wonderful job positioning my husband and me for shots. We did not really come with any ideas in mind, but Justin had such a wide array of poses, both direct and candid, that we absolutely loved. He also did such a great job showcasing both of us individually and fluffing my train/highlighting the beauty of my wedding dress! Andrew, his son and the second photographer, was also so sweet and helped make sure the full effect of my veil was captured on camera. I am also so appreciative that they went out of their way and captured some special moments via video for us to have (we did not have a videographer). Overall, Justin and his team are extremely friendly, professional and flexible with the best possible attitude and careful attention to detail. I cannot believe the sheer amount of pictures that I received from the wedding day and how much time it must have taken them to carefully touch up and edit each and every single photo. Most of my pictures were taken indoors, but the lighting in the photos is immaculate. Truly, I am so grateful to have hired Justin and his team for my special day, and I would not hesitate to book and recommend him for any future photography needs.

Kazuya is awesome. He took FABULOUS photos of our family. The day we went to the Laguna Beach was a…read morebusy day. We spotted 8-10 other photographers taking photos around us. Kazuya was by far the most professional one with pro gears. He delivered many photos in no time and the photos are amazing. Lighting, angles, etc. are all on-point. We are very happy that we went with Kazuya. Thank you!

I rarely leave reviews, but I had to take a moment to share how incredible Kazuya was to our…read morefamily. From the very first message I sent inquiring about photos, he was kind, professional, and so thoughtful. When I shared that the session was for our family, including my mom who is fighting stage 4 cancer, he went above and beyond to accommodate her. He helped us choose a beach location that wouldn't require too much walking and made sure she was comfortable the entire time. He captured every shot we could have hoped for and offered us such a generous price. He also photographed my mom's surprise birthday party and truly made her feel so special. The photos are absolutely beautiful and are memories we will cherish forever. I promise you will not regret booking with him. He is not only an amazing photographer but also a wonderful person with a truly humble heart.

My son had his senior pictures taken at the beach. Trynh was super accommodating and easy to work…read morewith. We got lots of beautiful pictures. Definitely recommend.

We did family photos for a group of 11 that included some toddlers. Leading up to the photo shoot,…read moreTrynh was very organized and communicative. During the shoot, she was SO patient and good with the kids that they went from crying to being the stars of the show! My family and I will treasure the photos from this day forever.

Meeting & working with Drexelle and her team was such a pleasure! I was another vendor at this…read morecelebration and from the moment I arrived, they (photography and videography) were on it. From the short time I was there, they were capturing every moment and angle with intention and creativity. Drexelle offered ideas as they saw fit, and looked for ways to make each shot even better. Not only were they professional, but they were also just pure and kind humans, and so enjoyable to be around! We had little pockets of conversation throughout the event, and each interaction was so easy and effortless. They definitely brought great energy to the celebration. I'd love to work alongside D. Park Studios again - 10/10 recommend!

My wife and I would never consider another photographer for our daughter's sweet 16. They shot both…read moreof our daughter's parties six years apart and the portraits are still beautiful. Truly priceless!

WOW! Describes my emotion in a few different ways at the moment-- one reflecting this shameful and…read morelong overdue review by me. The other- plain and simply, high caliber of professionalism, authenticity, and warmth that I've had the pleasure to experience after hiring KLK to work their magic for my engagement and wedding photos at The Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel, this past July. Firstly, my fiancé is not a fan of taking any kind of photos (downright hates the mere thought of it), but Paul changed that all for him during our short engagement and wedding photoshoot so that deserves an extra thank you, as I thought that was not possible. And to have many amazing photos to show for the least possible amount of time to shoot is nothing short of amazing, and illustrates the quality of output you would receive from KLK. Not only that, Kristi and Paul are the cutest, most down to earth and friendliest people you'll meet in the industry. We have only received our wedding teasers to date, and they were all outstanding. Can't wait to see the rest of the wedding images which KLK has communicated will complete in the next week or so - we also purchased a custom wedding photo book which we are very excited about! We can't recommend KLK enough and truly made the best choice picking them as our wedding photographers-- simply one of a kind!

Kristi & Paul are amazing! We had a wedding change due to covid and they were so accommodating…read more Ending up having to take photos in their own yard cause a snow storm hit but it turned out beautifully! Then got a whole second day to take more photos! Obsessed with how our photos turned out. Cannot praise them enough!

Words truly can't capture how thankful we are to Kimfilms for documenting one of the most…read moremeaningful days of our lives -- our civil wedding in Santa Barbara. This city has always held a special place in our hearts, and having our wedding there was already a dream come true. But Kimfilms made it even more magical. From the moment we connected, the team exuded warmth, professionalism, and creative passion. They immediately understood our vision -- I had always dreamed of something timeless, elegant, and full of class -- and they brought that to life beyond anything I could have imagined. Every shot, every angle, every frame felt intentional, artistic, and deeply personal. Kimfilms didn't just take photos and videos -- they told our story. The way they captured the natural beauty of Santa Barbara alongside the intimate moments between my husband and me was absolutely breathtaking. They caught the quiet glances, the joyful tears, the laughter, and the love -- the kinds of moments you can't plan, only feel. And now, thanks to them, we get to relive those emotions forever. When we saw the final footage and images, we were moved to tears. It was everything we hoped for and more -- a perfect reflection of who we are as a couple and the love we shared that day. The vision of elegance and class was spot on, and Kimfilms honored it with such care and creativity. To the entire Kimfilms team: thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you for making us feel seen, for honoring our story, and for giving us the most beautiful memories to look back on. We will cherish your work -- and your presence on our special day -- for a lifetime. Czezka + Joaquin

I would recommend KimFilms to anyone looking to capture their big moment. We booked them for our…read moreengagement shoot and whole wedding day (12 hours!), and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out! They made picking which photos to print and post such a tough decision (we want to print and post ALL of them)!!! We knew we had made the right decision when we had our engagement shoot. We're not super used to being in front of the camera, but KimFilms did such a fantastic job with helping to guide and pose us in ways that still looked natural. They had scouted our photo venue ahead of time and had some great spots in mind that gave us a lot of variety of settings for our photos. I knew I wanted my photo and video for the wedding to both come from one company, and KimFilms really proved why that is such an asset. They work efficiently and quickly together, and have a clear plan in mind about what shots to get where and when - but were also flexible when plans changed due to rain. Their level of experience is evident and I cannot recommend their team enough - thank you KimFilms!

I have been meaning to post this review since September, but life has gotten in the way. I think to…read moredo it like, every few days, since I want everyone to know how amazing this company was for my wedding. Corey is fun, professional and knowledgeable. I worked in production for a long time and had no shortage of potential wedding photographers, but the decision to go with OC Event Photos was a super easy one. He and his crew were on time (early, actually!) and he took calls with me before the wedding to ensure things were lined up properly. At the wedding, he was both fun to hang out with and also a brilliant photographer. Then, after the wedding, he turned around the photos quickly and they looked AMAZING. He is a great editor also (v important). Listen. Your wedding will go by in a flaaaash. It's cool to cut corners on many, many wedding related things (who needs personalized napkins like are you serious) but do not skimp on the photographer(s). Your photos are your only tangible takeaway from the entire experience. They will open doors for memory and closeness and conversation forever. Go with a legit company -- actually just go with OC.

Thank you for capturing our day so wonderfully. Our family and friends truly loved watching the…read morevideo. All said that they felt like they were there. Attached are just a few of my favorite pictures from the massive assortment you provided. You helped tell our story perfectly. Thank you.

Robert is an incredible artist with the camera, and a beautiful human. From the first minutes of…read moreour appointment, he displayed so much kindness and energy, and it was easy to befriend him immediately! We collaborated on the ideas, but with his ingenuity and creative eye, I got the most beautiful portraits I've ever had that genuinely reflect my personality! I've never worked with anyone as pleasant and professional as him. This is coming from someone whose relatives are professional photographers! You are going to be so thankful you met him and let him capture you! You're the best, Robert!!!

Robert was so lovely to work with. Professional, responsive, kind, funny... What more could you…read morewant out of a photographer to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera. 10/10 recommend.

We found SHMILY on yelp, and planned to take pre wedding photos in June 2020. We contacted them…read moreover email but they preferred wechat. Due to COVID we did have to reschedule for an unexpected time, and the company was very flexible. We had our photos taken in July with Frank, Annie, and Ethan. They were very professional, and kind. Frank (the photographer) really has an eye for the way the natural light works in every setting. You can really tell he loves his job. Annie was the make up artist, and help me select a dress. She was so sweet! Ethan was the photographer assistant and he was joyful to work with. There is a slight language barrier, they spoke Chinese but everything was communicated well. All the photos turned out amazing. And we had such a good experience! We recommend it to anyone in the area to take their prewedding photos with them!

My husband and I found Shmily after months of debating whether to go back to Taipei for our…read moreengagement photo shoots (with more considerations now with Covid situation), and we just finished the photo shoots yesterday!! It was well planned by Frank(photographer) and his wife Annie(make up artist), to capture the most beautiful moments we had in the bay area! Frank did lots of research and prep for the shoots, from iconic SF downtown to the scenic Muir Woods. he captured every moment so well! I was able to see some of our pictures and they were all breath taking! Annie is hands down one of the most amazing make up artists! she played such an important part of the whole experience as she listened attentively to what I'd like to look like (I showed her some pictures of the vintage look, and she used her "magic" and everything turned out gorgeous and beautiful!),and doing anything she can to make sure things move smoothly! Thank you Shmily Photo, especially Frank and Annie, who have made yesterday one of the best memories I will always look back and savor! Highly recommend this team to my family, friends, and anyone who's looking for high quality and unforgettable photography for a life time memory :)