Once we decided to host our wedding at Lido House, Sarah was the only option we considered to be…read moreour photographer. My instincts told me that a photographer with prior experience at our venue would show up in the pictures themselves. Lo and behold, they did! Sarah was an impeccable director throughout our Welcome Party & Wedding + Reception. She has the golden finger with her camera and was able to capture us (we're camera shy), our family and our friends perfectly. Everyone was so impressed with her rapid turnaround on our Sneak Peeks. The joy of reliving our Wedding and being able to share these moments with vendors and guests is priceless. She was worth every penny and is even featured on the front page of Lido's Events Pamphlet. We cannot thank her enough for providing us with the best keepsake from our special weekend. We'll be reliving these moments for decades to come!

We absolutely loved having Sarah capture our courthouse wedding! She made us feel so comfortable…read moreand relaxed from the start, which meant a lot since we're not usually the most comfortable in front of the camera. She did such a beautiful job capturing the day, especially the special moments with our family that we'll always cherish. We shared a mood board with her beforehand, and she really went out of her way to capture the types of shots and overall vibe we were hoping for. We loved her style, and all of the photos feel so natural and genuine. We're so happy we chose her and couldn't have asked for anyone better to capture such a special day for us. 10/10 recommend her!!

If you are reading this right now, you should go ahead and book Carmen already for your big day! ;)…read moreYou absolutely won't regret it!! My husband and I knew we wanted to book Carmen early on in our wedding planning process - in fact, she was the first vendor we booked. After we picked a venue, we worked with Carmen's schedule since we knew 1000% that we wanted to have her document our big day. From the beginning Carmen was super friendly and communicative with quick responses throughout the week (usually on weekends she is likely at a wedding). She was also very organized and had questionnaires to help us get to know each other better on a more personal level so we wouldn't feel like strangers on the big day. We went with one of her packages which included an engagement session (which was super fun and matched what we were envisioning - a "naturey" theme with mountains/hills in the background), a second shooter (who was super amazing!), an heirloom album (which we are currently working with her on), and more! The engagement session was extremely helpful for us because we were slightly nervous before the shoot, but the more time we spent with her, the more relaxed and at ease we felt (which is saying a lot because my husband and I are both introverts). We liked that Carmen could help us naturally pose and that her editing style was not too overly edited but allowed the natural beauty in each shot to shine. We also really appreciated Carmen's flexibility - my husband and I are both healthcare workers who have varying schedules and sometimes work weekends, but she was able to still plan our engagement session and our Zoom calls around our busy schedules. After the big day, when we look back on our wedding day, one thing that really stood out was how many of our guests were amazed with Carmen and her second shooter; the small details Carmen noticed made a lasting impression on a lot of our family members such as when Carmen and her second shooter would hold onto our guests' purses or sunglasses and make sure everyone looked essentially before taking photos. My mother-in-law couldn't stop raving about Carmen and how attentive she was to each guest. We also enjoyed all the photos of the wedding venue, each of our guests, and small moments and details that my husband and I might not have noticed since we were all over the place on the day of our wedding. At the end of the day, while all the food and drinks have been consumed, the music has been played, and the decorations and flowers have been set up and taken down, the only thing we have to reminisce on is the photography and documentation of our special day, and that's why we trusted Carmen to be our wedding photographer and would recommend her a thousand percent to all our friends and family. We are looking forward to creating the photo album with her so that we have something physical to always remind us of our special day!

Wedding Veterans will tell you that your photographer really sets the tone of your wedding. They…read moreare much more than just the person that takes pictures. They take the time to understand who you are as a couple and the story you want to tell and really how you'll look back on your wedding day for years to come. Carmelisse was that and more for us. From the moment we saw her photos from mutuals' weddings we knew we wanted her to shoot our wedding. In our first meeting, it felt like talking to a long-time friend and it was an easy decision for us to put all our trust in her and her team. She was the first person we hired after our wedding planner. We actually contacted her the month after we got engaged in 2021 but her 2023 book wasn't open yet. After conversing via text and email for months, we met her for the first time during our engagement shoot and she captured us and our dogs perfectly (YES, she capture our anxiety-ridden GSD mixes with smiles and they stood still, and the doggos absolutely fell in love with her husband, THANKS REX!!) She helped us pick the area and with putting together comfortable poses. Her turnaround time was so reasonable, the photos are just plain awesome. I have a hard time putting into words how great they are but I literally tear up with happiness every time I look through my album (which I still do ALOT). For the wedding day, Carmelisse and John kept us hyped and on schedule. A lot of things happen on the wedding day and Carmelisse was already ready to help us adjust and adapt. She captured all of our memories so beautifully. I can't stop singing her praises for her work and her as a person. She truly cares and it is seen through her work and her actions on the wedding day. AND Carmelisse is so stinking great - I went through a health scare the morning of my engagement shoot, I was trying to power through because I was afraid of canceling late but all Carmelisse cared about was that I was ok and she immediately rescheduled without additional thought. Carmelisse will be our forever photographer and we want her to shoot all of our future milestones. After our wedding, so many of our friends and family have already added her on Instagram for the future when she can shoot their wedding or life event.

Long after the flowers have faded and the cake is gone, Alexa's photographs are what remain…read more There is a thoughtful, deliberate quality to the way Alexa approaches every wedding day. She has a remarkable eye for finding the softest light in a getting-ready room and quietly capturing the moments that often go unnoticed. While our team is busy with hair and makeup, Alexa preserves the true beauty, laughter between friends, the proud smile of a mother, and the quiet anticipation before a bride walks down the aisle. Nothing feels forced. She simply lets the day unfold. Just as wonderful is the experience of working alongside her. She's kind, thoughtful, and collaborative, making every transition feel seamless for both the couple and the vendor team. I would happily recommend her to any couple.

Alexa is the absolute BEST…read more I had originally booked her for last year, but due to some unfortunate circumstances had to cancel/postpone very last minute. She was so patient with us until we were ready again and fast forward to now! We had our elopement in Long Beach and she came out to snap some pics for us before the ceremony and also of the family after. She's sooo personable and made it feel like a group of friends running around town casually snapping pics! Her directions were great and definitely helped us loosen up. The raw images looked GREAT already, but the edited versions are even better. My in laws were so excited about the photos that they asked if they're ready just two days after. We got our album and through the roof with how everything came out. Alexa truly makes magic happen.

You will get so much more than sit, pose and smile with D Park Photography. They have photographed…read moremy family since my daughters were 4 and 6, now they are 14 and 16! Drexelle made my daughter's 16th birthday spectacular and now we are able to live it over and over again. Drexelle planned special activities for her birthday and got us moving abs being silly. Not an easy feat with teenagers! There are so many distinct chapters in this shoot and we felt like we were in a movie! The lighting as the sun is setting majestic. We look like we belong in a magazine. We wouldn't have anyone else capture our memories.

Meeting & working with Drexelle and her team was such a pleasure! I was another vendor at this…read morecelebration and from the moment I arrived, they (photography and videography) were on it. From the short time I was there, they were capturing every moment and angle with intention and creativity. Drexelle offered ideas as they saw fit, and looked for ways to make each shot even better. Not only were they professional, but they were also just pure and kind humans, and so enjoyable to be around! We had little pockets of conversation throughout the event, and each interaction was so easy and effortless. They definitely brought great energy to the celebration. I'd love to work alongside D. Park Studios again - 10/10 recommend!

I almost didn't want to write a review because Katie is that good…read more We call Katie a diamond in a rough. Since meeting Katie, she has not only worked on two of Sweet Threads' fashion look books but has also impressed us continuously with her professionalism and execution. Katie is so genuine the kids love working with her! If you are looking for an amazing photographer who can deliver, you've found her. My wife and I are sure she is going to find her way to the top of her industry. Just you wait and see!

I had the pleasure of seeing Katie's work for the first time during a wedding in Florida. Even…read morethough the weather didn't cooperate that weekend (thank you Tropical Storm Debby), the pictures from the event turned out AMAZING! The colors and composure of the shots really stood out! Not only does Katie take great wedding photos, but have you seen her ballet shots? Apparently she got her start taking ballet pictures...who knew?! Going through the dance pictures in her portfolio, I really appreciated the contrast of gritty against grace on her subjects. Ah, if I was only a dancer...or had the body of one. ;) Anyhow, Katie is an amazing photographer. She's totally professional and has the ability to make you feel completely comfortable during your shoot. I'd highly recommend working with Katie Ging if you're looking for a great photographer!

Choosing Photography by Belinda Philleo was one of the best decisions my husband and I made for our…read morewedding. Belinda's warm, uplifting personality immediately put us at ease and brought out authentic smiles. She made the entire experience feel relaxed, natural, and genuinely fun. Her posing guidance was incredible; we never felt awkward. And if we started too, she helped us laugh it off and get back in the moment to capture the love and excitement we were feeling that day. Belinda and her team were so patient with the large wedding party we had. Some of our favorite photos from the whole day were the romantic portraits she captured of us and the beautiful moments with our son. Belinda didn't just take pictures, she preserved memories we'll cherish forever. If you're looking for a photographer who brings heart, talent, and a truly personal touch, Belinda is the one. We are so grateful we met her and her team and the magic and memories she created for us on our special day.

I Hired Belinda for my Son's Graduation Party and she did an amazing job!…read moreI Loved all the photos she sent, Love work, I highly recommend her For any Photography Needs.

I highly recommend Jelena's Photo! She is incredibly professional, talented, and truly puts her…read moreheart and soul into every photo session. I've had several sessions with my kids, and she has an amazing gift for capturing their personalities and making every picture look absolutely beautiful and magical. She goes above and beyond to make sure every detail is perfect, and you can really see the passion Jelena puts into her work. We absolutely love the photos she has captured for our family and will treasure these memories forever. If you're looking for someone who is talented, patient, professional, and genuinely passionate about photography, Jelena is definitely the one!

Jelena is the absolute best!! She has taken special occasion photos for our family for several…read moreyears, and we can't recommend her enough!! She is always very professional, well prepared for the photo shoot, and highly talented at her craft with both posed and also more editorial style shoots. This is her passion and it surely shows as she captures gorgeous images. She is so calm and gets children and even pets to smile perfectly and is also an absolute wizard with any post production work needed. We have been so thrilled with the keepsake photo she's captured for us to save her for a lifetime! Definitely highly recommend!!

Michelle is so talented and easy to work with! She's amazing with kids and makes a huge difference…read morein the mom world of south OC. She is active in the mom fitness community and is always offering mini sessions for family photography. I wish I knew of her when my baby was born for the "Fresh 48" and newborn sessions. Can't wait to work with her again in the future. Thank you, Michelle!!!

Michelle recently took family photos for us and we are beyond happy with how they turned out! She…read morechose a beautiful location for us and creatively directed us in order to get the best shots! We had our 3 year old toddler with us and she was great at getting her attention and distracting her from her post nap meltdown. I highly recommend Michelle if you are looking for a photographer who is passionate, talented and efficient! Thank you so much, Michelle!