Luis took our engagement photos and he did a beautiful job. We even had our pups join us for the…read moreshoot. Luis made us all feel comfortable. Luis happily met us at our desired location which was 50 miles away (amazing). We loved all the photos and can't wait to share them with our family. Thank you for your amazing professionalism and stunning work.

I came here for my son's 1 year photo and I'm gonna make it short and sweet. The pictures came out…read moreamazing, Luis is a great photographer and he is very kind and professional. The prices are also great. I highly recommend.

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amazing work for my civil ceremony! Christina is so warm and welcoming & makes the whole booking…read moreprocess easy & secure. Communication was amazing and I felt confident the whole time from booking to wedding day. day of our photographer was so amazing and stuck it through the hot city hall, made us feel so comfortable and confident in all our poses. turn over time for our pictures was quick and efficient, our photos were PERFECT and matched exactly the inspo we had discussed. Nightingale will always have my business

Truly the best of the best! Not only did the photos come out absolutely stunning and perfect (and…read moreI'm a tough critic) but during the photo shoot, Christina was SO lovely. We had our two little daughters and she made them feel so comfy and they were laughing a ton. It was quick and painless and could not recommended enough.

I booked a surprise Mother's Day photoshoot with Sugarbaby Photography for my wife with our…read morenewborn. It just happened to be on her actual birthday as well! Jaimie was also kind enough to recommend a hair & make up place near their studio. That way my wife was able to just relax and enjoy her day. Jaimie and Stanley took care of us right away, and our little guy was easygoing around them. All of the pictures came out really good and my wife loves them! We'll definitely be booking more sessions with Sugarbaby in the future. Thanks again!

Stanley did our baby's first birthday photography. I'm very pleased with the photos and the…read morememories he captured he was punctual, professional, creative, and exactly knew how to get the baby to pay attention and smile! His photos will always keep the sweet memories of that day alive! Highly recommended!

We cannot recommend Constance enough! After our original photographer did a complete no call, no…read moreshow for our newborn son's photo shoot, we were stressed, disappointed, and worried we'd miss those precious early moments. She truly came to the rescue. Not only did she respond quickly, but she was able to fit us into her schedule within just a few days. From the moment she arrived, she was professional, calm, and incredibly patient with our newborn. She handled our son with such care and made the entire experience feel relaxed and enjoyable during what can be a very overwhelming time for new parents. The photos turned out absolutely stunning -- more beautiful than we could have imagined. She captured the sweetest little details and moments that we will treasure forever. Her talent, kindness, and willingness to step in last-minute meant so much to our family. If you're looking for someone reliable, compassionate, and exceptionally talented, look no further. We are beyond grateful for her and would book her again in a heartbeat!

Constance approached me in Rockridge when I was super pregnant at the end of October - she shared…read moreher business card, and I checked out her website. Really liking her style of photography, we scheduled a newborn photo session with Constance at the end of November with our two week old son. Constance was incredibly responsive and professional. Not only that, she is a baby photo whisperer - she had a bunch of helpful suggestions to help our time together go smoothly. She brought a whole bag of adorable outfits and props, and she was happy to let us choose some of our own outfits, too. For this session we decided to stay home and take photos around our house and yard, and they turned out beautifully. We are so pleased with these special keepsakes! Constance also made it easy to review the raw photo collection after the shoot, choose the ones we wanted, and deliver the final files all online. She also offers large size prints! In the future I'd love to do an on-location shoot with our son in the redwoods of Oakland. I already have ideas :) Thank you, Constance!

We had such an amazing experience working with Heather at VenusGirl Photography! She is truly an…read moreartist and has such a beautiful eye for capturing genuine, special moments. Our photoshoot took about four hours, and we absolutely love every single photo she captured of our family. The images are beautiful, natural, and capture our children in such a sweet and authentic way. It was so hard to choose a favorite, but we loved one of the photos of our two kids so much that we ordered a wall print for our home! What really stood out to us was how incredibly patient and gentle Heather was throughout the entire four-hour session. Our baby girl woke up a few hours into the shoot, and Heather was so patient and caring. She took the time to gently coax her back to sleep so we could complete the photoshoot and capture all of the beautiful images we had hoped for. Her patience, care, and dedication made such a difference and made the entire experience feel relaxed and comfortable. Heather was wonderful to work with from start to finish, and we are so grateful to have these beautiful memories captured so beautifully. We will treasure these photos for years to come and would absolutely recommend Heather to anyone looking for a talented, thoughtful, and incredibly gifted photographer. Thank you, Heather, for giving us photos we will cherish forever!

We worked with Heather for our son's newborn photos when he was about 15 days old. Heather was very…read moreeasy to communicate with. She spoke to me over the phone when I was researching photographers and also communicated quickly over text. As a first-time mom, I was concerned that my son would be non-stop crying during the session. Heather was extremely patient with us and our baby. We had to stop several times for feeding and changing diapers, and Heather was so kind and gentle with our newborn. She never rushed us and the session flowed based on my son's needs, which I truly appreciated. The photos turned out so beautiful, and all our family members love them! I am so happy with how many different looks she put our son in, and I can't choose a favorite photo! The quality of the photos is AMAZING; better than all other professional photos I've ever taken. We will surely come back for more photos when our family grows!

I have been going to Bay Area Photography since they opened, but Savannah has been photographing my…read morefamily for over ten years at her previous studios. Savannah and Destinee take their time, especially with the kids which I appreciate as the mother of a spirited 2 year-old boy. Their props, backgrounds and outfit selections are amazing and they always put the cutest props together with the backgrounds, very creative...things I could never think of. What you will get in the studio are photographers who treat you like family, who want you get your best pictures and not someone who is ushering you out because they only allow you a 30 minute window or trying to upsale you on their biggest package. Bay Area Photography does not disappoint!

Blown away by how amazing my photo session came out with Savannah! Highly recommend! Professional,…read morethorough and efficient!

I always volunteer to take photos at any gathering since I am utterly self-conscious in front of a…read morecamera. When I needed photos for a professional publication, the reviews, photos and ease of booking led me to Matt's site. I didn't expect to enjoy a photo shoot as much as I did. Even while taking numerous shots, Matt made intelligent small talk to get me at ease, talking about everything from the content of the book the photo was going in, to favorite TV shows. He gave gentle direction on posing to ensure a variety of shots without making me self-conscious at all. Looking at the photos from the shoot, I'm amazed how quickly they shifted from my stiff uncomfortable pose to a warm, relaxed portrait and even genuinely laughing pictures. I also want to appreciate Matt's technical ability. The studio is small, but well designed. Without going outside, we ended up with two color backgrounds as well as a "nature" shot with a bokeh effect of the beautiful greenery visible from his windows. Matt's skill at lighting and then photoshop resulted in photos in which my brown skin glowed. Touchups (like my chapped lips and other elements) were dome masterfully. He even removed green glare from my glasses lens in a way that preserved the full detail of my eyes. I've seen other photographers smooth out an unwanted pimple for instance, but leave behind a discernible blurring. Not Matt - he somehow managed to remove spots while retaining full texture of the skin beneath! I know where to go for any needed photos in the future.

Matt is a wonderful photographer and gave me many options for a professional headshot. He keeps the…read moreprocess simple, works quickly and the photos turned out wonderfully! Also gave suggestions for outfits etc. Lovely studio space, fast response time and very easy to schedule online. Also, great pricing options!

I have never had any sort of photoshoot experience. Sara has exceeded my expectations. She was very…read moreprompt in her responses, and was very accommodating! I was so nervous, as it was my first time really out with my newborn... Sara made the whole experience a breeze. I loved sitting back and watching her in her element. Sara received any feedback/requests we had, and executed everything perfectly. Once I received the pictures, I began to tear up. Sara captured such a memorable time in our lives, and I am so grateful!

Sara is hands down the best newborn and child photographer in the Bay Area. We have used her twice…read morewhen both my children were newborns. This last time, in May 2025 it was slightly more difficult because my toddler was also in the photos. They exceeded my expectations! She is worth every penny! Her and her assistant go above and beyond to make sure you get every shot you want! They have so many outfits, wraps, headbands and props to choose from that you don't have to worry about bringing anything for your newborn. You are in the best hands with Sara!

We had the pleasure of working with Eric for our wedding photos at SF City Hall, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with the entire experience. From the very beginning, Eric was incredibly responsive and helpful. Even before our shoot, he shared great tips and answered all our questions, which made us feel confident and excited going into the day. On the day of our wedding, Eric showed up early and was extremely professional. His talent and vision were clear right away. My husband and I aren't the most experienced when it comes to posing, but Eric guided us through everything so naturally. One of the best parts? The turnaround time. He sent us a sneak peek of the photos just a few hours after the shoot -- and they already looked amazing! By the next day, he sent over all the unedited photos so we could choose our favorites. The final edits came back in just a week, and you could tell he put a lot of time and effort into each image. If you're looking for a talented, professional, and genuinely kind photographer, I highly recommend Eric. He captured our special day beautifully and made the whole process easy and enjoyable!

Had a wonderful time with my bestie & Eric the photographer & his videographer Gio. Love the…read moreexperience & would do it again. They both were amazing, helpful w poses, easy going, didn't feel rushed.... Palace of fine art was beautiful