10/5 stars. I came to Elliot with just my acoustic original songs. He helped me record and turn…read morethem into super dope tracks! I thought it would be intimidating because I don't know anything about recording, but Elliot was so graciously patient and encouraging to help me get everything sounding exactly right. He has so much experience and thinks about music in such an interesting way! It was such a great learning experience in addition to being able to walk away with an album of my songs !

Very unprofessional. The owner, Elliot Koenig, had interns running the session and they were on…read moreTikTok most of the time. As an artist paying for studio time, that's incredibly distracting and disrespectful. I did not feel valued as a client. After leaving, I was repeatedly asked to rebook, instead of being asked how the session went. Bad vibes kill creativity. I would never go back. UPDATED Feb 1-11:24pm After leaving this review, the owner Elliot messaged me AGAIN on Instagram. Took zero accountability and only cares about his image. NOT the client. To address your comment, I asked for a discount, cuz your interns run the session. As Indie artists we have to fight to protect a space we paid for. Often times we don't have other options in the area so we suck it up, but no more! This is not a good studio. I would not go back. Look at how he responds to feedback...

This "rental photo studio" may be the cheapest in town but there is a saying that is true in nearly…read moreall cases: YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. First this "photo studio" is a total dump and it is also in a very scary crack infested ghetto neighborhood in Long Beach. I wouldnt have my worst enemy walk around that neighborhood. You really have to lock your car in this non-safe neigborhood and thats on a Sunday morning!! Like the previous reviewer said, the studio manager is rude and totally amateur, and trys to embarrass you in front of your client if you sit on her furniture or move any of her stuff. But thats only the beginning. This place looks like its had one too many parties/raves. Only the CHEAPEST studio lights are used at this "photo studio". The studio lights used are entry level Alien Bees. I personally hate Alien Bees although Einsteins/White Lighting from Paul Buff are OK. Its bad enough Alien Bees are used which are made of cheap plastic, non-color temp consistant and tend to break with heavy light modifiers...but when its been used and abused without replacement and you are trying to give the best photo possible...its time to look for new photo studio rental . I have rented at pro- photo studios and none that I am aware of use Alien Bees. The studios I rent at use professional studio strobes like Profoto pack and heads.YES its more expensive but the quality of light is so much better. Only go here if you are in a pinch and desperately need a place to shoot but truely you are better off buying your own studio strobe lights and finding a place to shoot or pony up a little more rental cash (you can pass it on to your client who will rather pay extra for higher quality photos) and rent at a pro photo studio.

My God what a rude reply I got for my "Inquiry"…read more I am in a rush for a photo shoot so I asked if they have anything available for the next day after 5. I got a rude response email saying "I can't help you based on your Inquiry- you haven't provided enough information." Then proceeds to tell me what they do but that they have no availability regardless of my Inquiry. Last they give me instructions (as if I am dumb) on how to book their services and to send the appropriate booking information. NO THANKS! It was just a question do you have anything available after 5. Say no if there is nothing available like you said regardless their was nothing. Straight rude!

Just attended the 1st annual Elevate by LegalShield conference in downtown San Diego and…read moreEventFilming.net & CorporateFilming.net was hired to film the event and also did complementary head shots. Amazing photography and videography. This team is excellent, they really cared and took pride of ownership.

Trevor and Chris with Event Filming do a great job. i have seen hundreds of wedding videos and…read moreworked with hundreds of videographers and I can say they are among the best. The are easy to communicate with and are quick to respond to emails and phone calls. The quality of their work is excellent and I would highly recommend them to anyone needing a videographer for their wedding or event. They filmed our wedding video and I was very happy

My band and I just finished our sessions with Tristen at Big Ego studios. This guy was amazing…read more He was super patient, very helpful, very knowledgeable about troubleshooting during our mix session and an overall a calm presence during, what could be a stressful experience. He worked very fast but didn't rush us at all. He went far and beyond all of our expectations that were accumulated from past recording experiences at other studios. The studio itself is so nice and feels very comfortable and inviting. It's the kind of place that you want to hang out in. Very cool vibe . Super clean and while you're recording it puts you in a creative place. I would absolutely recommend Big Ego studios. Our EP sounds great and my band is very blown away by how awesome the experience was. Tristen is the man! Do yourself a favor and check this place out.

Chris Schlarb has created a sacred space at Big Ego- it's better than Disneyland. The space is warm…read moreand welcoming and equipped with things that music gearheads could probably tell you more about than I (refer to this list http://musicfrombigego.com/studio/) but I cared mostly about the Yamaha G3 Grand Piano, the Topo Chico, and the "Welcome Home" vibe. But the heart of the whole experience- Chris' expertise and encouragement. Recording at Big Ego was a game changer for me- having the opportunity to work with an incredible producer and musicians who made me feel like part of the family raised the creative and professional bar for me. Forever grateful for Big Ego!

Our teen granddaughter took Voice Lessons with Christine Lao through Raffia Music. Christine was…read moreeasy to work with and flexible if we needed a schedule change. She helped our granddaughter prepare for a theater audition and we saw her vocal skills and her confidence soar! She received many positive comments during her audition and the difference before and after voice lessons were noticeable! Highly recommend!

Love this studio!! Woman owned!…read more My daughter is now 7 and has been taking lessons here since she was 4. I took piano lessons from age eight until age 16 and wanted a place that could start my daughter sooner. Raffia Music Studio was the only one that would start my kid at 4, plus it offers so many other types of musical instruments, voice and performance training. I am a serious researcher. I have always made exhaustive lists weighing the pros and cons of any endeavor. After researching several studios, I decided this was the one! Consistency is key in becoming good. We've had the same teacher since we began 3 years ago. Srimal is not only a teacher, but performs regularly with a band around town. I appreciate when a teacher also honors their craft by doing it. Srimal is very patient. Works to get the best out of his students. Pushes them, but also meets them where they are. Every winter, there is a recital where you get to enjoy seeing all the students performing their pieces. I highly recommend Raffia Music Studio!

Mr. Ong provided excellent customer service and excellent photography service for our wedding…read moreceremony. We had less than a week to go before our wedding , and were very lucky to have come across Let's Make a Memory. He was very patient and answered all questions and concerns, before deciding to hire him. He took MANY beautiful pictures. Was very happily surprised to see many pictures of my husband and children, and guests, that took place before the ceremony started

I don't have enough words to thank Adrian for everything that he has done for us from the…read moreengagement session to the wedding itself. Not only are the pictures great, they capture every moment of our special day. When you look at the pictures again, you'll be reminded of exactly how you felt during that moment and see the other perspectives of the event when you are not present in that photo. It's usually fun to see how your guests are just letting loose and having a good time. Most of all, I would like to give my sincerest appreciation for the special moment he gave my dad and I before the wedding. It is truly unforgettable. If you are looking for a sign to pick him as your photographer, this is it!