Yamin was incredibly patient with our shy kitties, especially the anxious one. That particular cat…read moremust've taken almost an hour for her to look less than petrified while the other one just did not cooperate. (It was embarrassing.) In spite of such obstacles, somehow he managed to snap gorgeous shots of both of our cats and now they're prominently and proudly displayed in our neighborhood Pet Food Express window store front. Some of our friends even asked if our cats were models--that's how great the pictures came out! He was responsive in emails and had a quick turnaround for the proofs and status updates. It was such a great experience and definitely worth it--I definitely recommend Yamin for quality photos that capture the natural and effortless yet majestic essence of your pets.

Yamin is so wonderful! Not only is he an amazing photographer, he has an incredible understanding…read moreof dog behavior. My dog Anna is dog reactive so Yamin suggested photo shoot locations that were both beautiful and quiet to minimize distractions as much as possible. He was also extremely flexible and made it so easy to schedule a time that fit into our busy lives. After the fun part was done (taking photos), he was so fast and efficient getting the proofs back to me and providing a wide array of purchasing options. I look forward to working with him again!

Family includes dogs and getting their portraits takes work. When those moments are captured--the…read moreportraits turn to art that sparks joy and commands attention. What a stellar show +'s: + Dogs love her. Talented photographers tease something out of their subjects to capture on film. Ellen did just that and wow! My senior dog (10 yrs) and teen dog (2 yrs) had different personalities. Both responded to Ellen. My dogs looked into the camera and forgot all about Mom. It was all about Ellen and her camera! + Mindful. My senior dog had eye issues and Ellen was mindful of the flash. Thankfully we had no issues but I am glad she had remembered. + Professional and clear process. We had a consult before the studio session. During the session she let the dogs run around on set before settling down for the actual shoot. After the shoot we took a break and got to see the proofs. + Patient. Ellen allowed me to ponder on my proofs. The task was challenging since I was on a budget but didn't want to lose special moments. She helped me navigate through all the proofs to find the ones I wanted. We followed up with a zoom call to finalize layouts and choices. + Instinctive. We tried posing with my girls on a sofa. The girls were not comfortable and I perhaps looked stiff. Ellen picked up on it and said let's move on. + Natural artistic vision. I had selected many for print but Ellen helped me select the right sizing and layout for my walls. Also what is key is finding the right photos for the layout. Her art studies came into play and this proved key. + Flexible and a listener. If I had concerns, Ellen heard me out whether through email, text, or phone. She actively resolved anything. Overall I am beyond pleased with the photos for my girls! I am completely thrilled with the final product. The richness of the prints and the quality of the work are worth the memories I now have on my walls. What a pleasure it is to have the work generate warm happy thoughts when either guests or I see them! Essentially I have not only captured priceless moments of my dogs but also showcased some real art in my home! Thanks Ellen!!!

My experience could not have been more perfect. Having never had pet photography done before, I…read moredidn't know what to expect but Ellen made the day one to remember. She clearly adores animals and treated my Emma with the finest, most loving touch. At first, I was unsure about making this kind of investment but something in me said "go for it." I am so glad I did. You see, our shoot was April and three months later my beloved Emma was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of mammary cancer. She likely won't make it to Thanksgiving. That shoot with Ellen was one something that I'll always cherish. The artwork means even more now. Our time with our babies are never long enough. Do all the things, make all the memories. Take all the photos. You won't regret it. Thanks Ellen. Emma and I are so greatdul for your kindness and love.

I had the pleasure of working with Jim on a series of shots I needed for a modeling gig. He was…read moreeasy to communicate with, accomodating, prepared and professional. I felt we used the time well and came out with great material. His pricing was more than fair and he even offered extra prints. Thanks again!

From the owner: Portrait and pet photography, with an emphasis on relaxed shoots and natural, flattering results…read more Based out of South Berkeley. Enthusiastic about working with underrepresented subjects and families. Pro-bono shoots are available for social justice organizations.

They did a great job of capturing photos of us and our dogs both individually and as a family. We…read moreloved the options to buy prints, collages and digital files.

Found this "photographer" in an add for photo candidates in IG. It's not hard to make black and…read morewhite photos look good. Ignored me, then when I was vetted in an interview, never heard from them again. I was willing to pay for a photo of my family with my senior baby, but because I said I couldn't pay $1000 I was never contacted again. Left feeling hopeless. Stage 4 cancer. Never gave my loved ones the time of day. Cold and heartless to my situation. Ignored me, and never responded after I answered all their questions. If you don't have money, you don't matter to this business!

My little pup was turning 16 years old, and I thought, what better way to celebrate this milestone…read morethan with a professional photoshoot! I came across Marie's page and was immediately excited to have my dog, Sadie, photographed. Marie was incredibly sweet and patient. During the session, she went above and beyond to make sure we got the perfect shots. Her love for pets and passion for photography truly showed in every moment. The photos turned out amazing--memories I will cherish forever. To top it off she got Sadie a birthday gift! Thank you, Marie! Highly recommend!

Marie is an incredibly talented and knowledgeable photographer who was able to perfectly capture my…read morevision. We did a graduation photoshoot together with my dog, turtle, and chinchilla at my home. Her communication is top-tier, we had a phone call consultation to discuss what my goals were for the shoot and she answered all of my questions through email. She is so sweet, knew exactly how to handle all of my pets, provided great encouragement, and had the best pose ideas. I love every single photo that she took of my little family, I will cherish these photos forever! I highly recommend booking with Marie, she will exceed your expectations.

4 paws UP UP UP UP for Mark and his amazing patience, creative ideas and talents. He's taken our…read moreannual Holiday card for 15 years and done some amazing photography non holiday for my kitties who are my family. There is nobody else in SF Bay Area with this talent to capture our pets in the way they really are. I happily give Mark Rogers 4 PAWS up for his amazing work.

We did a photo sessiom this fall with Mark and it was a wonderful experience. We had planned to…read morejust photograph our dog, Tilda, but we had to bring along our boys as well. (Childcare lapse!) Mark was flexible, patient, and above all, an excellent photographer. The photos turned out amazing and we love our canvas. Highly recommend.

I met Suszi through animal rescue, as she shoots regularly for "beastie" nonprofits. Recently, she…read moreshot a pet therapy event with our rescue animals. Thanks to Suszi, we have amazing photos that showcase our adoptable pets and what we do in the community. She has a natural eye for great shots, so her photos beautifully captured the personalities of our adoptable animals there, and the happy energy of the people who came to meet them. Further, she was great to work with--before, during, and after. She showed up early, turned around beautiful work incredibly fast, and was helpful in accommodating some specific requests. Thank you, Suszi! I highly recommend her--for beasties or otherwise--and I look forward to working with her again.

Mrs. Suszi is the most kind, caring, friendly and such a beauty inside and out. She is an extremely…read moretalented photographer. My husband and I have wanted to have some beautiful professional photos taken of us and our pretty Pitbull, Brownie. Mrs. Suszi was tremendouly welcoming, warm and easygoing. She is the most professional photographer we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She is extremely calm and has an extremely professional way of capturing the perfect picture, She will be our only photographer going forward.................. Thank you so much Mrs. Suszi you are the best.................................

Your doggie photos are in good hands with Angie…read more Angie is incredibly thoughtful and prepared. She also knows how to get your pup's attention after a long photo session. She will listen to what matters to you and what you aim to capture on photos.

Every single photo Angie took of our dogs was absolutely amazing -- she truly captured the essence…read moreand unique character of each of our pups. She went above and beyond to accommodate us and get the photos done quickly after one of our dogs received a difficult 6-month diagnosis, which meant the world to us. It's clear that Angie is not only incredibly talented and passionate about her work, but also a true animal lover who cares deeply about the pets and families she photographs. We are beyond grateful and couldn't recommend her more highly.

Teresa is phenomenal with animals, and she's equally as compassionate and patient with humans too!…read moreShe's been photographing my puppers for over 10+ years and each time the photos bring light and love into my heart. This latest studio sitting I had my two dogs plus their BFF join the shoot. Yes, that's 3 puppers at once. Teresa was a patient and positive photographer with proven techniques to capture their personalities. I'll continue to partner with Teresa for years to come to chronicle my love bugs!

I was able to get a few photos taken with my cavapoo Piper at a doggie event hosted at The Westin…read moreSt. Francis. Despite the chaotic environment with lots of noises and distractions, Teresa was able to capture really good photos. I am definitely considering doing a paid session with her down the road. Highly recommend!

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!