I had to book a last-minute family photoshoot to capture precious moments with family who are rarely in town, and I'm so glad I found Dave and his partner, Florence! From the very beginning, they were fantastic communicators, helping me with everything from choosing the location to discussing the overall style of the shoot. On the day of the session, they were warm, funny, and made everyone feel completely at ease. They were the perfect team to capture our family's memories. It was especially helpful that they spoke both Cantonese and Mandarin, which made communicating with my parents-in-law so much easier. Even more impressively, they somehow managed to get my cranky 9-month-old engaged and smiling throughout the session! And of course, the photos were absolutely stunning. The perfect finishing touch to an already wonderful experience. I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out and will definitely be booking Dave and Florence again. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for talented photographers who truly know how to make the experience enjoyable for the whole family. read more

I had an outstanding experience with Dave Yip Photography. Dave and his team (his wife) are incredibly professional, talented, and genuinely committed to capturing the best possible images. From start to finish, the entire experience was smooth, comfortable, and enjoyable. Dave has a great eye for lighting, composition, and detail, but what impressed me most was his ability to make the session feel natural and relaxed. He takes the time to understand what you are looking for and provides excellent direction without making the process feel overly staged. The quality of the final photographs exceeded my expectations. They were polished, professional, natural, and beautifully captured. If you are looking for a photographer who combines technical expertise, creativity, professionalism, and exceptional customer service, I highly recommend Dave Yip Photography. A truly first class experience from beginning to end. Five stars! read more

This review is long overdue as Dave and Florence have been doing my family photos for three years now. It's always a pleasure working with them as they have so much patience and expertise to get 'that' shot! Highly recommend for anyone looking to capture precious moments! I only included pictures of my daughter and I, but at this point, this lovely couple has helped us capture moments with grandma, grandpa, great grandma, great grandpa, uncles, aunts and even another additional this year. Thank you guys so much! I'm excited to have these to show my daughter when she's older. read more

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Dave and Florence were so wonderful and patient, not only with our newborn but also with us as first time parents learning how to hold the baby in new positions. They were very professional throughout the process, from the inquiry to the last photo. They were methodical in getting the shots they need while keeping in mind the comfort of our baby. Overall, we had a great experience! read more

Dave was the most amazing photographer who came to our house to shoot my daughter's first birthday party. Dave showed up early and was so engaged and ready to take photos at all times during our two hour slot and had so many great ideas for poses. This made us so comfortable and we got so many great shots. He was so much fun to work with and we look forward to working more with him for many more years to come! read more

Really disappointed. I inquired twice, sent emails and even texted the number provided and never got a response back to confirm my "apt"

Dave and Florence were amazing! They were punctual, funny, and well prepared. We decided to do a mini session at Snow Creek Park with our kids and dogs, and it was not easy. Getting two young kids and two hyper dogs to look at the same time and smile as well was a great feat. However, Dave and Florence were so patient, and they had all the goodies to get their attentions. My 2 year old was not cooperative during most of the shoot, so I was pretty worried every photo would be of him crying or pouting. To my surprise, Dave was able to capture the moments he would smile or laugh at the perfect instance! I couldn't be happier with the results! Dave and Florence were such a pleasure to work with, and they are so fun to be around! My kids and dogs really loved them. We were so glad we chose them for our first family photoshoot. read more

We've used Dave Yip photography before and we have loved them!! Pictures look absolutely fantastic and they are so nice!! We booked a cake smash session for our son and they were so friendly and patient with him!! Parker loved his cake!! Family photo shoot was $400 1hr and 15 retouched photos they even spent extra time with us! $35 for the cake or you can take your own. Thank you Florence and Dave!! We can't wait to see the final product!! They have lots of background options! Definitely recommend them!! read more

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Had my third photoshoot with Dave Yip Photography. I love them so much. They are amazingly skilled, passionate and enthusiastic. They really care about their work and how their clients photos turn out. My plan is to do all my photoshoots with them read more

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Baby girl enjoyed her first birthday photoshoot! Dave and Florence were so friendly and fun to work with. We did the cake smash session and family photoshoot in their studio. They have a lot of cute backgrounds to choose from and lots of toys to get my daughter's attention. They were so patient with her and they made us feel comfortable throughout the photoshoot. We can't wait to see the final photos! read more

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Dave and Florence was so great to work with. They were able to schedule me right away for newborn pictures. You can tell they're good with babies. So gentle and patient. I'm obsessed with the final photos. Highly recommend! read more

Dave and Florence are amazing!!! Feel so lucky to have found them. They are warm, perceptive and professional. They helped us photograph our parent's' 50th wedding anniversary celebration. They were always very responsive with emails. They arrived at the event a lot earlier than our pre-agreed-upon meeting time. When guests arrived, they were ready to go. They captured both group photos, and candid shots. In addition to their photography skills, they have a natural ability to help each guest feel entirely relaxed for the photo session. They were able to adjust their approach to each guest based on their personality and age. From young children to senior citizens, all the guests were completely relaxed during the photography session--- all because of Dave and Florence. My family and I are now having such a great time going through all the amazing photos that they took. We provide our highest recommendations for their business! read more

Dave photographed my daughter's first birthday. From my initial inquiry to the actual event, everything went so smoothly. Dave photographed all the details and he also did a fantastic job at making sure both my kids were looking at the camera for all posed shots. I am so happy with the end photos and the editing! read more

I found Dave Yip Photography via Yelp and Google search, seeking a family session but with some graduation portraits. I called them to get some initial info and Florence and I kept in touch via text to finalize the booking. They were very accommodating with my requests and adapting the session to what my family was looking for. My family had an AMAZING experience at the session - Florence set up the beautiful props and helped with the posing and fixing my hair/grad sash. Dave was very funny, friendly to work with, and very knowledgeable about how to pose. Both my grandparents were 80+ years old and Dave/Florence was very patient and helped us find the best positions. The photos themselves turned out great too (see pics). For an 1 hr outdoor session we got 100+ photos with 12 that are further enhanced/closely edited. Definitely recommend them!!! read more

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This was our very first family photo session, and I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the moment we arrived, Dave and Florence were incredibly warm, welcoming, and professional. They made us feel completely at ease, which is no small feat when you're trying to wrangle a family into coordinated outfits and smiles! What really stood out was the attention to detail--they helped adjust our clothes, made sure our hair looked just right, and guided us through natural-looking poses that still felt like "us." They had a great eye for lighting and scenery, and were so patient and upbeat throughout the session. It was clear they cared just as much about getting the perfect shot as we did. If you're nervous about doing a family photo shoot, I can't recommend this team enough. They made what could've been a stressful day into something fun and memorable. We'll definitely be booking with them plenty more in the future. read more

We had a session with 3 generations of family with David and Florence. It was a huge help that they speak Mandarin. They're so great with the kids, and kept doing little things to surprise all of us, so our faces in each photo came out fresh and smiling. Quick turnaround and very good communication. Highly recommend! read more

My brother and sister in law booked a session for family portrait. I was never a fan of photo sessions but Dave had converted me to the other side. his sense of humor made everyone smiled and laughed, including my FIL! who is extremely reserved on his emotions; whoever can make him smile is like watching Jesus parts the Red Sea. and i think the fact that Dave can speaks Cantonese (and also from Hong Kong) really helps. not only that, Dave and his wife, Florence, made both toddlers smiled for the camera and captured the moment. the babies laughed so much they forgot it was nap time! i wish i knew Dave 6 years ago for my wedding photos. but for sure he will be my first choice for any photo session in the future. read more

Highly recommend Dave! Quick turnaround and very responsive. I'm very happy with the results!

Dave and Florence handle my baby very professional and I couldn't ask for better service. I didn't know that most places would do newborn within 1-2 weeks old. My baby is one month old. Florence said it's not going to be a problem. I was very thankful that she made me feel very comfortable in the studio. The pictures came out great and they also do in house calls but we decided to go to their studios since they have all the props and lighting. Will be coming back to do other photoshoots as well with the family. Thank you Florence and Dave! read more

I wish I could post the photos of our newborn because they were phenomenal. Dave and his wife..extremely talented people and they deserve a 10/5. Thank you! Pokemon forever ;) read more

Dave and Florence were both so friendly and happy during our family photo shoot. They had good vibes! Their high energy made the photo session fun. I booked their holiday mini-photo session online for $280. You are required to put a $50 deposit upon booking. The session lasted 30 minutes and we didn't feel rushed. There was plenty of time to take photos for our family of four including individual shots. By the time I booked online, all of the close-by outdoor sessions were taken. I ended up booking an indoor session and I don't regret it one bit! The indoor Christmas scene was classy and modern. The studio decorations matched the colors of our outfits perfectly. The pictures came out with a classic, old-world, glamorous vibe. Overall, it was a good experience. read more

Still 5 stars! I wish I could attach every single wedding photo (married June 2024), but I just posted a few to show indoor lighting, outdoor lighting, and some different styles. He is able to do whatever kind of photography you are looking for! He is also very funny and has a great eye for color! He captures those candid-non-posed moments really well. He can do different styles with lighting (light and airy, and also more dramatic with shadows etc.) I am just posting different kinds of photos to show variety, but definitely if you are looking for a certain style--he can do that! Most of ours were that natural, non-posed, light/airy style because I like that best, but wanted to show some different kinds to peak your interest. I know wedding photography is one of the biggest decisions you are making, but you will not find a higher quality photographer in the area for Dave's price range! Best decision we made! Looking forward to booking another shoot in December. read more

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The best combination of husband and wife team! Dave makes sure you look confident and relaxed while Florence makes sure your hair, makeup and clothes look perfect! You cant help but feel that you are going to get the best photos and yes - they did not disappoint! I highly recommend them - AAA+ !!! read more

Dave and Florence make a great team and are so easy to communicate with, and they were kind enough to give input. They are truly professional and so easy to get along with. The duo listens to your concerns and keeps you at ease. I took some family portraits for my dad's 65th, which were terrific. I gave them the area, and they suggested where we should take the photos. We went to a beautiful park and utilized many parts of it. The photographers brought props to make the pictures even more attractive. I liked the unedited pictures more than the touched-up ones. Either way, the photos are beautiful. I can't wait to hire them again. read more

Dave and Florence were so amazing! They made taking photos such a delight, even for my husband who hates to pose and be photographed. Our guests also loved them and felt like a part of the wedding party thanks to Dave and Florence's kind attention. The photos got turned around pretty quickly - around 2 months, which included Thanksgiving and Christmas. I can't recommend them enough. What a lucky find on Yelp! Thanks guys. I'll be calling for all future photography needs. And thank you for so perfectly capturing our special day. read more

What's an amazing team!! Believe me, you will not be disappointed by Dave and Florence's service. We booked them for a mini family session for Christmas and our pictures came out amazing. They're very professional, detailed and very very friendly. Thank you for the great service. We will definitely come back next year for our family picture again. read more

We reached out to Dave to be our photographer for our civil ceremony based on high praises from a work friend. Me and my husband (then fiancé) were initially a bit skeptical since I'm super awkward with public display of affection, and my husband can be impatient and hates having pictures taken. However, both Dave and Florence were super sweet and funny, they made us feel comfortable and was even able to make my husband laugh thorough the entire photo session. Even after the shoot was over, He kept talking about how much fun he had. During the photo shoot, Dave would give very specific directions on how to pose, which is great! But there were a few moments where I questioned if my poses would look weird... All I can say is, trust Dave's guidance, because the pictures turned out amazing! Dave really has an artistic eye! We're already thinking of booking another session soon with our two dogs! read more

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My husband and I hired Dave and Florence to do our wedding announcements. It was our first time hiring a photographer and doing a photoshoot so we were not sure what to do or expect but Dave and Florence were amazing! They were super patient and provided us with lots of suggestions, guidance, poses, and it was just an overall great experience to work with them. The hour session went by super fast and they just have such a great vibe. They were super personable and helped us relax. We ended up with a ton of photos and everything turned out so fantastic! Nothing looked forced or awkward and the shots turned out so well. We've received tons of compliments on our photos and we couldn't have been happier! I'm super happy that we went with Dave Yip Photography. We're definitely going to hire them again the next time we need a photographer! read more

We found Dave Yip Photography through a local neighborhood Facebook group and we're so happy we found them. He was advertising specials for family Christmas photos and we were looking to do some for a while, so we couldn't pass up his amazing offer. If you check out his Facebook webpage, it seems like he's done previous deals like this in the past, but as he gets more popular, I hope he continues to do these since they seem to be getting more busy. Anyway, we met at Carbon Canyon Regional Park in Brea (he had several locations to choose from) and met with Dave and his wife, Florence. Both were incredibly friendly and very easy to work with. It seemed that the area where we took the photos was popular among other professional photographers since there were other families also taking their pictures there, but it wasn't crowded in anyway. Having done photos in the past for our engagement and wedding, I really enjoyed working with Dave and Florence. They were incredibly easy to communicate with and were always responsive to our questions/requests. For example, when we got our retouched photos, we asked that they not soften the photos as much, and Florence immediately replied with our requests. In fact, whenever she said she would give us something, it was always on time. It might be at 12am that night, but if she says she's going to give it to you on a certain day, she's going to give it to you on that day. Anyway, I'm very happy using Dave and Florence for our photo needs and look forward to using them again. Since Dave didn't move to the US too long ago (a few years ago I think), and he seems like he might be trying to establish his US presence since he's been a photographer at his home country for many years, it's probably a good idea to book him now rather than later before he gets too popular! Thanks Dave and Florence for the fantastic pictures! read more

We're first time parents and wanted to capture the beginning moments of our daughters life. I'm glad we entrusted Dave and Florence to capture these moments. Not only did they do a great job of photographing our daughter but they were extremely patient with her. They handled her with care and gave her the attention and affection she needed. My husband and I felt safe and calm throughout the session. The studio was clean and well maintained. Would recommend for any event given how great they took care of our newborn. read more

Dave and Florence were so amazing from start to finish. We booked them for a family photo shoot for my daughter's birthday and they were so patient with the kids, trying to capture their attention to the camera with fun toys and noises the entire time. They were super patient, gave great direction for poses, and are very detail oriented. I was also very happy with how the photos turned out! They are the best team and I would definitely book them again. read more

Had my headshot done here today and it was amazing! They helped me feel very comfortable and confident. I usually get very camera shy but it all felt very natural and easy with their direction. I saw some of the pictures that were taken and they helped me get some great shots. Can't wait to get the final pictures read more

Dave and Florence have such good energy and attitude - so pleasant to work with. They went above and beyond to create the best atmosphere for our baby boy and their enthusiasm made it easy for us to pose and enjoy our photography session. We didn't feel awkward and felt very comfortable. Also have to say, their collection of toys and props and backgrounds is impressive. They have all the tools needed to help get the look you want. We haven't received our photos yet, but we know they turned out great because of our experience with them. I would highly recommend their services to everyone. If you are on the fence about using them, let this be a sign to go ahead and do it. We won't hesitate to use them again in the future! read more

STOP YOUR SEARCH. My wife and I contacted every photographer in the OC to photograph our family (with new born twins). We spent a long time communicating with countless photographers and ultimately decided to go with Dave Yip because: - FAST communication - TRANSPARENT pricing (other photographers would charge a "studio fee" and if you wanted pictures, well that was an extra $750....WTF. Oh, and if you wanted larger than 8x10 it was extra!) - Patient- they came to our house with a ton of props and spent the ENTIRE day getting the perfect shot for each pose. That wasn't easy with newborn twins and a toddler. - AMAZING work with a fast turn around Overall, my wife and I spent a lot of time searching for the right photographer and I am confident we found them. No need to search any longer. You wont regret it. read more

The best thing I could've done is to stumble across this business on Yelp! I am so glad we did! Dave and Florence the amazing husband and wife duo really went above and beyond for our daughter's newborn photoshoot. Dave and Florence are like the baby whisperers! They really new how to take their time with our newborn and take the most amazing photographs of her at her early age. They were both kind and knowledgeable and made sure to have our baby's care on the forefront. There studio was warm and welcoming and they have such beautiful choices for backgrounds for their photos. I loved the way they would pose us for the family Portion. They were extremely organized and made sure we we're comfortable the entire way through. I cannot wait to use them in the future, they are hands down the best photographers in the SGV/ SoCal! We add very happy customers! Thank you Dave and Florence for exemplifying such amazing work! You guys are a spectacular team! read more

Dave and Florence are awesome! Hire them! I was searching last minute for a photographer and contacted Dave for my courthouse wedding in April. Florence provided a quick response to my inquiry on Yelp and I was very happy that their prices are within my budget!!! Dave arrived promptly on my wedding day, he was very professional, friendly, and funny! During the photoshoot, Dave was able to guide posing us, all while keeping everyone comfortable and entertained (I had about 15+ family members present there as well). Since he was familiar with the process and the location, he was also a really great help coordinate the entire hour we had him. He delivered the photos 4 weeks after my wedding, and I am super happy with how they turned out. He captured very beautiful photos, his editing is great, and he overall did a wonderful job. I plan to hire Dave again for my future maternity & family photoshoots! read more

dave and florence make the best photography team! my little guy did so well with them, and they were able to take great photos!!! can't wait for the final shots, they will be my go-to local photographers for future family photos :) read more

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Dave and Florence did an amazing job with my daughter's smash cake/first birthday photos! They had a ton of cute backdrops to choose from and were super responsive when I had questions. I was uncertain about the outfit choice and they showed me examples of what worked well. We opted for the 1 hour session so we could take both family and individual photos and it worked out so well (Christmas cards done already!). They also made our daughter feel so comfortable in front of the camera, with toys and music to entertain her and get her to smile! I didn't have time to get a smash cake in advance, so it was so convenient that they are able to provide one! We couldn't choose just 15 images so we got the whole gallery! I'm looking forward to sharing these photos with our friends and family and to working with Dave and Florence again in the future! read more

Love love love!!! I need a professional headshot for my business card and found Dave on Yelp. Of all the quotes I sent, Dave was the first one replied and only one to answer all questions I was asking. The whole shooting experience was much better than I expected. He was nice, funny yet very professional. The results are sooo impressive. Thank you Dave! For giving all the prep talk that make me look confident and professional! I can't wait to book a family session with you this fall! read more

such a lovely couple who makes the sessions so fun! booked my mothers birthday photo shoot with them, and they made her so comfortable and allowed her genuine smile to come through! The final photos were amazing! highly recommend! read more