Buyer Beware This is…read morea review of Sock Monkey Photography and how poor their customer service is: CJ (my stepson) goes to a private school in the Galleria area. Sock Monkey Photography ~USUALLY~ does some good work. There are props, there is good lighting, good camera angles, the works. Every time we have had pictures taken by them at school, we would be given a few proofs to look at at then we would choose rather to buy them or not. THIS time we were asked to pay in advance before seeing a picture and we were given a picture of what the set up would look like. CJ did great, but the picture looked, well, unprofessional at best. Especially for a $50 picture (that, again, we don't get to see before). Here are my problems with the picture taken and also posted with this rant. 1. The picture does not look like the picture we were shown for expectations. 2. The backdrop/floor. There are other pictures of Sock Monkey doing the same shoot but with a floor backdrop in place, we received a wonky backdrop with the school's carpet. 3. That beard. 4. Santa's hat is yellowing. 5. Rain boots? 6. There is a single light source coming from the front left leaving awkward shadows on the right side of the image. 7. The backdrop is washed out. So, me being the reasonable person that I am, find a phone number and call to speak with someone about it. I called first last Thursday and then got a call back yesterday (not from the photographer). I was then told he would have to call me back. The photographer called me and was nice for about 15 seconds as I explained who I was, even bringing up that he knew my father (small word). It was a quick 15 seconds of nice-ness as the moment I expressed my disappointment with the photograph taken, I was then berated with a tangent of very aggressive and unprofessional excuses of why the image looked like such. He very obviously took it as a personal attack on his ego that I had the nerve to critique his image. He literally said "WELL, IT'S IN FOCUS! WHAT ELSE DO YOU WANT?!" (probably the only positive thing to say about the image other than CJ's smile, to be honest). Now, I'm not an unreasonable guy. but $50 for a single picture that I don't get to see beforehand? And then you get aggressive on the phone? Now, he did offer to take refund $12 for the digital image. To which I told him, I'd rather just tell the world my experience. So, here it is.

Extremely unprofessional and terrible customer service…read more It had absolutely NOTHING to do with payment as they like to claim. The school is actually not EVER doing business with them again due to there unprofessional customer service towards there clients. An ENTIRE school! I tried credit card over the phone, but timing was never good for them to take it. They tried calling me back after 7:30pm when I was putting my children to bed. I even tried to explain this to them. I asked to leave a check at the school, they actually stated they don't accept checks and I still have the text message from her to prove it!!! They also wouldn't even release my pictures when the school offered ANY of the payments they mentioned below.. Literally, can't make this stuff up... Notice how long it even took them to respond.. BC they were just trying to cover up with a lie to make themselves look better.. Merry Christmas grinch!

TL;DR - I am set with rockstar headshots - and any other photoshoot needs - for life having met…read moreTracy and her talented team. She knows how to set the right feeling and make things comfortable while capturing your best self. -------------------- I scheduled with Tracy for a quick express session for professional headshots. I needed something quick for graduate school, but also something that I could use on LinkedIn, etc. Tracy reached out via my Yelp project immediately and offered her time for a phone consultation and got me in so quickly. She has been that efficient throughout the whole process, never sacrificing quality. I even got there a little late with traffic and her team had prepared and didn't make me feel flustered. They were so welcoming. Her portfolio stunned me and I LOVED my gallery she sent to me THE SAME DAY AS MY SHOOT. Her studio is adorable and her team is wonderful. They're funny, talented, and did I mention efficient? She is an all around fantastic photographer for any shoot or style. She captured me and the aura of what I needed for graduate school and career beyond. BOOK her. Even if you're a little awkward like me she'll make you look like a professional badass! Thank you so much, Tracy!!

Beautiful shots! Husband and I went in for professional headshots. I'm so excited to use all my…read morephotos everywhere. Tracy's work is great and she handles a huge variety of life and professional shoots and scenes. Highly recommend!

Katie is such a talented photographer! We had our first photoshoot with her back in 2017 when she…read morewas in town (Long Island/ Long Beach); then we just had another session, as a family, in Montauk, 2025. She is able to capture such sweet moments; assisted with our style and outfits. A fun experience and the photo results are out of this world

If I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. We booked Katie for family photos, and the…read moreresults blew me away. She has such an incredible eye for capturing the mood of a moment--those fleeting, in-between glances and little details that truly tell the story of our family. These weren't just posed pictures; they felt like still frames from a beautiful film. Every photo carries emotion--soft, moody light, candid expressions, and such an authentic feel that I know we'll treasure forever. Not only is the artistry amazing, but the whole experience was effortless. Katie made us feel comfortable right away, even with kids who usually hate standing still for photos. She gave just enough guidance while also letting real moments unfold. I've worked with other photographers before, but nothing has ever come close to this. If you want more than just "pretty pictures"--if you want photographs that feel alive, emotional, and timeless--this is the person you want to hire. Truly a gift.

I recently attended a wedding at Aylin Acres at The Lakota in Montgomery, TX, and I have to say…read morethat Finesse Events & Services did an absolutely phenomenal job. From the ceremony to the reception, every detail was executed flawlessly. The ceremony was beautifully organized and ran smoothly, creating a perfect and memorable moment for the couple and all the guests. The reception was just as impressive, everything from the setup and décor to the timing of the events felt seamless and thoughtfully planned. You could really tell that the team behind Finesse Events & Services pays close attention to detail and truly cares about creating an amazing experience. The atmosphere was elegant, the transitions between moments were effortless, and the entire evening felt well-coordinated and stress-free. As a guest, it was clear how much work and professionalism went into making the day so special. If you're looking for a team that can deliver a beautiful, organized, and unforgettable event, I would absolutely recommend Finesse Events & Services. They helped turn a special day into a truly perfect celebration.

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I wish there were 10 star options! Hidden Gem and one stop…read moreshop for wedding venues! They offer photography and video as well! Leslie & her family are great! They provided the peace of mind necessary for my wedding. Their customer service is impeccable and offered great variety of decorations. I didn't have to do anything regarding the decorations or organizing. They offer great packages . We got the princess package and it was definitely more than enough. All we had to worry about were the extras like gifts and the alcoholic beverages. Too bad am only getting married once . Love u Leslie n Family. Y'all feel like family! Thank you!

Eric was an amazing person. Had so much fun ! We just had a party there the staff was great and the…read moreprice was reasonable.

Ashley is the best photographer I've worked with. An enormous amount of patience and super sweet…read more Her photos are out of this world amazing. I already got a couple blown up of our daughters first birthday session on our walls. We recently moved to the Magnolia/Woodlands area and she will be our new family photographer!

Ashley is the BEST photographer we've worked with as a family / couple in 12 years. She's an…read moreexcellent communicator and her work is absolutely stunning. My better half is not a fan of 'family picture day,' but when we know we are working with Ashley, we know she'll make it 1000 percent painless and fun. Her work speaks for itself, but it also feels good to support her business because she's just a great person. We love working with you Ashley! Sincerely, The Rossman's