I am so happy I chose Raquel for my maternity pictures. I am on my 3rd baby and have never done a…read morematernity shoot. To be honest I don't much like to take pictures because I come out incredibly awkward every time. But seeing that this baby completes our family I really wanted to make sure I do all the things most first moms do lol. So this journey is well documented. Back on point* meeting Raquel was as if I was meeting a girlfriend I just hadn't seen in a while. The entire experience was comfortable and relaxed. She made the environment inviting and without trying to hard made me feel pretty and Natural. And JAM, the photos are beautiful l. I've looked at them a thousand times haha I'm so taken back by how beautiful they are. I may be checking back on them so often just to make sure it's me haha. On a normal day I'm awkward in my body. And awkward in my smile. So being pregnant ‍ geez it's next level. But if I'd known sooner that I could look this good I'd of saved all the monies to have Raquel take pictures of me throughout my pregnancy. #feelinMySelf My next goal is to get her to do a family photo shoot for us once this little guy arrives. Whole heartedly thank you Raquel for the timeless memories

Raquel is an extraordinary Momtog who has an amazing eye, a great artistic style, and an…read moreappreciation for the beauty of the pregnant maternal body. I spoke to a number of different photographers who specialize in maternity photoshoots and ultimately went with Raquel because I was so impressed by her aesthetic and portfolio of work. In November 2021, I went to my maternity photo session with zero expectations and preparations 37 weeks pregnant. Thanks to Raquel (and her fantastic client wardrobe) I have gorgeous pictures from this magical time which I will cherish forever. Raquel is so warm, fun, and easy to work with! Despite my insecurities about being a plus-size, "old" (35-years-old), first-time preggo mom, Raquel honestly made me feel like an It Girl celebrity. Her feedback and direction during the shoot were so helpful and they instantly boosted my confidence. I felt gorgeous and felt she clearly knew what she is doing. Raquel was generous with her time and didn't stop until I felt confident we got all the shots I wanted. She even took a few of me and my partner. Today, I feel honored to have my photos be featured on her website, Instagram, and in this BabyCenter article!!! https://www.babycenter.com/pregnancy/hear-from-moms/15-powerful-photos-celebrating-plus-size-pregnancy_40009222?fbclid=IwAR0BC9c7q26Xe95KQvip7irJWkmtwXvey1IZJ88TCna4exqFXQKqiOoHU40 Like I alluded to earlier, if you go with Raquel and you will get the celebrity treatment!

Julie did a great job helping me capture my proposal. She was super helpful in getting there early,…read morescoping out the spot, capturing the moment, and even had some champagne ready for us afterwards. She was super helpful in the editing process and was able to even make adjustments afterwards and even edit a photo for our some art to remember the day. Thank you Julie for all your help!

I would like to take a moment to thank Julie for being able to be our photographer for my…read moredaughter's 5th birthday party. It was a last Minute request as I was struggling to find a photographer and am grateful she was available. She was super flexible and took family photos of my family prior to the party starting and took photos during the party. She was kind and patient with my daughter. The photos turned out amazing and beautiful. Thank you so much Julie! I'll definitely be reaching out for the next family photo session!

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.

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.

I had a chance to work with Mary recently and it was really great. She made me feel comfortable,…read morerelaxed, and demonstrated her wide knowledge of photography. I'll definitely reach out too Her next time I need portraits!

Finding a photographer for a surprise proposal is daunting enough. Add in the fact that we had just…read morearrived to Orange County and knew no one in Southern California, and it was downright stressful! Mary made it less so. With her knowledge of the area, she was able to add in a few helpful tips on how to make the day even more magical, from proposal tips to info about the location I planned on. But let's talk about what you really want to hear about: the photos. After the butterflies and excitement of a proposal, my fiancée and I were so nervous that we didn't know how to take photos afterwards. Mary got us distracted -- encouraging me to talk about how I asked for her parents blessing -- and shot some amazing photos. As a testament to Mary's skills, or perhaps my fiancée's beauty, we retouched exactly zero photos. On top of that, within a few days we had a link in our mailbox to see them all, just in time for an Instagram post. I cannot recommend Mary enough. Thank you!

We worked with Gail for our daughter's newborn photos, and it was nothing short of an amazing…read moreexperience! She was very responsive to emails and incredibly accommodating when we needed to reschedule our session. She even reached out to another client to make the switch happen. Her studio was amazing and stocked with every prop you could think of. She was so patient with our daughter when she was fussy at the beginning. Gail worked with us until she got the perfect shots. I highly recommend her for all your photography needs!

I had newborn, three month and 1 year photos with her and they were all sooo great. She has so many…read moreprops and you can tell really cares about her craft. Photo turnaround time was also super fast !

The most amazing experience. Our kids were a little grumpy but Jessica made it work and we got some…read moreawesome family pictures. She can edit when needed but her natural eye for the pictures means that editing is only an added value. Thank you for your energy. We will be back in the fall for some senior pictures!!!

Let me start of with saying that I don't normally like to take pictures, but I went to a workshop…read moreand it was part of the package. Not only did Jessica help me get comfortable while she took my pictures, but she made it fun and helped me loosen up and act silly. Which to my surprise ended up being some amazing pictures! She obviously loves photography and is an amazing photographer, the way she captures your essence and the essence of what's around you is simply magical!

I have known Steve for over 15 years and what a wonderful job he did on our wedding photos. From…read morethe pictures I have seen so far (wedding was just 2 days ago) they have come out amazing. I am so excited to see the rest of the pictures that were taken. Steve is such a professional and did an amazing job to make the picture taking process as painless as possible.

Steve at Montage Photography is a creative genius reflected in the unique, classy and edgy…read morecomposition of his photography. My husband and I had our classic cars shot by Steve and the following week won trophies at car shows because of the way our cars were photographed and displayed on our signage. He is equally good at photographing people and events. It's like getting LA or NY ad agency quality from a local Orange County guy. Thank you Steve! Bob and Carroll

Savannah took our engagement photos in Lake Tahoe (pictured) and will also be our wedding…read morephotographer next year. There are so many things I can say about how wonderful and talented she is (and the photos truly speak for themselves), but I will break down a few of my favorite qualities in the following categories: Communication: Savannah prides herself on being an excellent communicator, and I can see why! She is super responsive to email and answered all of our questions so quickly and thoroughly. We gave Savannah a few pointers about what our vision was for the location of our shoot (expansive views, nature, forest, etc.), and she came through with amazing, well-researched and thoughtful recommendations. We ultimately chose Lake Tahoe based on her suggestion! She also kept us apprised of the timeline for our photoshoot day and what to expect. After our photoshoot, she sent us sneak peaks almost immediately. We were so impressed, and obsessed over our photos for weeks! Photography: Her skills are off the charts. She captures the best, most natural moments and makes you feel incredibly comfortable while doing it (even in freezing cold weather!). If you think you or your partner may be awkward, you have nothing to worry about. She has poses ready to go so you don't have to think too much. You just get to enjoy the day while she captures the magic. She is also very receptive to your own suggestions! If there is a pose you want to try or a specific picture you want to capture, she welcomes it. Personality: Savannah is the sweetest person. We had so much fun hanging out with her leading up to, during, and after our shoot. She is extremely easy to get along with and you can tell she genuinely cares about her clients and making this the best experience for them. Her work ethic is amazing to see: she puts an enormous amount of time and effort into making your photoshoot come out perfectly, and she does this on top of her super busy schedule. She also goes above and beyond. From the beginning, she answered my millions of questions and even researched dress options for me! We honestly had so much fun during our engagement shoot that we regularly reminisce and want to go back and redo it! :) TL;DR - If you are researching adventure photographers and you don't know what to do, book Savannah ASAP! We literally could not be happier with our experience and CANNOT WAIT for her to shoot our wedding!

Savannah is awesome and has a beautiful eye for photos! She was so gracious to take on the task of…read morenot only dealing with our entire family (8 adults and 1 baby) but let us bring our 7 dogs to the photoshoot. She stayed cool and calm during the entire process, even when a few of our motley crew were barking and wanting to play! She was so kind and was up for any photo we wanted to try. I would certainly love to use her again for my own personal family photos! Thank you so much, Savannah! You are such a talent!

Allisen was an absolute joy to work with. Not only is she a pro at directing family shoots, but she…read morealso brings fun ideas and great energy to the shoot. My kids instantly felt comfortable with her and loved her playfulness. AND I was blown away by her editing, creativity, and professionalism, all of it! Highly recommend to anyone who simply wants great photos. Allisen's work is magic!

From the owner: Allisen photographs everything from newborn babies to rising seniors, couples, families, small…read moreweddings, and events. She also has a passion for horses and loves capturing riders with their horses at their barns or in the show ring. Based in the South Coast of California she loves natural light, the ocean and the incredible outdoors. Her goal is to capture your lifetime memories and help you have fun while doing it. Chemistry with your photographer is paramount and she aims to make you feel wonderful while being photographed.

Jesse Madison is the epitome of integrity and professionalism. Choosing him as our videographer…read morefor my mother's funeral service was one of the best decisions we made during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, Jesse approached everything with compassion, clarity and care. He communicated a thoughtful plan and followed through on every detail. His attention to detail and expertise truly stood out. He thoughtfully included drone footage and went the extra mile by creating an additional video to honor guests who weren't completely captured in the original, which made the tribute even more meaningful to our family. He also honored our family request not to record my Mother and was very discreet in capturing memorial guests on video. Jesse kept me informed throughout the process and worked efficiently to ensure everything was captured beautifully and on time. I was incredibly impressed with how Jesse and his team made everything came together so smoothly especially given our emotional circumstances. Jesse's personal touch and heartfelt kindness meant a lot. He was friendly, patient and attentive, providing comfort and guidance every step of the way. The final video was something our family will treasure forever and it perfectly honored my mother's memory. I wholeheartedly recommend Jesse to anyone looking for someone who not only delivers exceptional work but also truly cares. You will be in excellent hands.

Jesse was very professional and personable. He's a professional who knows what he's doing and has…read moreincredible vision with his craft. Jesse was one of my top 3 photographers while we were on the hunt for a photographer/ videographer. We knew we wanted someone who could provide both. We had inquired for a quote and after that, he reached out to us. We had a budget so we politely declined his services as we continued to look elsewhere. After sending that message to Jesse, he gave us a call and asked what we were looking for and that he could work with us given our date was on a Friday, and it was more flexible. We discussed all the details, our wants and needs and he gave us he professional opinion on the ideal time he would need to capture everything we wanted. We had several calls over 8 months. He was very responsive via text message. He was very reassuring and even created a timeline with us to break down the times. On wedding day, he was very polite and professional. His team of 3 including himself captured our day in the most beautiful way in just 6 hours! Our photos came back within a week and our highlights and videos came back within 3! They were quick with everything; we received our video and photos for download within two weeks and we were able to relive our wedding day through his photos and videos!