Truth be told....I write this with a bit of a tear in my eye....not to get too melodramatic over a…read moreyelp review....but pictures...when done perfect and if your in a particular sentimental mood....can have that effect. Some backstory...Imagix/Michelle has done our yearly photos for our son from ages 1 to now 5. (See my past reviews). From somehow capturing a perfect moment from our perpetually moving blur of a son (ages 1-3) to patiently instructing four 70/80 year olds on how to hold their aforementioned 4 year old Tasmanian Devil grandson last year, Michelle is a magician/artist...I always leave the photoshoot stressed from the chaos Hurricane Daniel (our son) leaves in his wake....But every year we come back to look at the proofs and are amazed at Michelle ability to capture "lighting in a bottle" . This year was no different. Fortunately we survived the terrible 2's (...3's....4's....) and thanks to time, maturity, and the opposite of gentle parenting, our little Daniel, though far from perfect, is manageable. But we didn't want to make it too easy for Michelle, so we threw in another variable. After a recent canine cancer scare, and recently learning from Google that all dogs, however loyal and cute, unfortunately have an inescapable life, span, I somehow convinced my beautiful but camera shy wife that this is the year we do a family photo with our dog. Some more backstory, if you read this far, our Yorkie, Libby, loves us but HATES the rest of the world. She spent the entire hour photoshoot in perpetual scowl and Volume 11 non stop bark. One week later as she always does, lighting in a bottle perfection. I looked at the proofs with amazement. Our son, we expected....she's done it every year, but how she made a loud perpetual yapping bark into a impossibly cute smile is above my skill set. But I think her greatest feat is how she lessened the "he must be rich" looks gap between my wife and I. My wife is easy, even me with my amateur Android skills, it's hard for her to take a bad picture. Michelle mastery came with how she elevated me to "he must be funny" looks gap level. So why the tear? We loved one of the pics so much we purchased a large framed canvas print to hang on our living room wall. My 85 year old happened to be in town for his grandsons 5th bday so I asked him for an helping hand hanging the picture. I figured he has these family portrait hanging at my childhood home. My brother and I with our full head of hair and my mom shoulder pads captured the 90's to a tee...but what I always remember is the "proud" look my dad had on his face. A look of accomplishment shouting "look at me world and all that I love and created". Watching my aging dad struggle, listing to my aging dog bark in a locked room to protect my dad's ankles, I was suddenly reminded that time, as much as you want to hit pause, always moves forward. It's a good idea to stop and smell the roses, or in this case, look at the snapshot/memories/moments and take it all in. After my dad handed me the leveler and I put away the hammer, and I looked up....and yeah....I had that "Dad" look

I went here to take my passport photo and had a really good experience. The owner was so kind and…read moremade me feel comfortable right away, which I really appreciated. They were also very professional and made sure everything looked right for the requirements. The whole process was quick and easy, and the photo turned out great. I'd definitely recommend this place if you need passport or visa photos!

We always go to Cynthia and George for our events, and we have never been disappointed. They are…read moreincredibly creative and always come up with beautiful ideas for every photoshoot. The studio is amazing. There are so many backdrops and a great variety of dresses for kids, and they also have wonderful options for maternity photoshoots. Every experience with them has been a great one. I'm always very happy with the results. Their prices are very reasonable, they are always on time, and most importantly, they truly keep their word. If they say your photos will be ready in three days, you get everything in three days, no delays. Highly, highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional, creative, and reliable photographers!

George and Cynthia were amazing! My fiancée and I had never done a photoshoot before. So we came in…read morenervous and unsure of what poses to do etc. However, George & Cynthia guided us from beginning to end with such cute ideas. They made us feel comfortable right from the start. We had so much fun & our maternity photos came out so beautiful! We can't thank them enough for such a smooth process. We will definitely be returning for our baby's first photos!

Jessica covered my daughter's quinceañera, and the entire experience was great! From the 1st…read moremeeting (my daughter instantly loved her), to the pre-session, to the big day; she was attentive and helpful and genuine. While getting my daughter ready, her dress ripped, and Jessica helped sew the tear; that just meant so much to me, because I have a disability and it would have been very difficult for me to fix, but Jessica was so willing and so patient and I truly appreciate her for that. She went above and beyond to help make Leilah's day run as smoothly as possible, and it did! Thank you so much, Jessica! We truly do appreciate you

Jessica provided photography, video and photo booth services for my daughter's quinceanera this…read morepast weekend and she and her crew were awesome. Jessica gave me plenty of photo sites for my daughter's pictures and advice prior to the quince. I chose to take pictures the day of the event but given the chaos on my end, maybe I should have booked the picture session in advance. Time gets ahead of you no matter how much you prepare. Also, your makeup and hair stays fresher the day of. So yeah. I should have done the photoshoot booking ahead of time. The day of the event, Jessica and company were on time and we're waiting on me. They were so patient with everyone taking pictures that day and she knew where to take the best picture. At the venue itself, she made sure I did not miss any pictures with guests and everyone loved the photo booth. I can't wait for the pictures but I hope my review was helpful and did justice to Jessica and her crew. Thank you so much Jessica for your professionalism and care of all of us that day.

I had the pleasure of working with Lily recently... she is truly amazing at what she does. I…read moreinitially had seen Lily's work through maternity and newborn photoshoots she had done for my sister. I absolutely fell in love with the pictures that adorned my sisters living room. I reached out to Lily hoping that she would have availability. She made the entire booking process very smooth and easy to schedule. Lily was able to consult and make recommendations based on our wants and needs while accommodating our fur-babies. My little family and I made the drive to Laguna Beach from Las Vegas for the photoshoot (very well worth it). Lily and her husband could not have made the day go any smoother. During the photoshoot Lily and her husband were very patient with our fur-babies as they were not being the most cooperative. She and her husband had treats and toys to be able to catch the attention of our fur-babies. She was able to get such beautiful pictures/moments of my entire family. We will definitely be booking with Lily again!!

We had the pleasure of working with Lily, an exceptional photographer with a creative eye for…read morecapturing newborns. We connected with her through family member who also had a similar experience. What makes Lily unique is the usage of props (such as plants) to add charm and scenery to the photoshoot. Lily's easy-going nature made the entire experience a breeze for our baby. She was very accommodating and prioritized our newborn's comfort and (most importantly) safety throughout the session. Our precious one was in capable hands, which would bring ease to all first-time parents. Lily's photos captured the purity of our newborn in the most heartwarming way. We're returning for future milestone photoshoots with Lily, and wholeheartedly recommend her to other parents. If you're seeking a talented photographer who not only produces stunning images, but also makes the entire experience meaningful, Lily is the one to choose.

We eloped in the Dolomites, and hiring Randy was truly the best decision we made. From start to…read morefinish, the experience was seamless and so much fun--he knew exactly how to direct us in a way that felt natural and comfortable, while still capturing every single breathtaking moment. When we finally shared our wedding pictures and film, there wasn't a dry eye in the room--friends and family were completely blown away. The storytelling, the editing, the music, the emotion... everything came together so beautifully that we get goosebumps every time we watch it. If you're looking for a photographer/videographer who will not only capture your day but elevate it into something cinematic, emotional, and unforgettable, look no further. Randy is beyond talented and we can't recommend him enough! Our video: https://vimeo.com/1113010852

From start to finish Randy gave us an unforgettable experience in Yosemite. Not only is his work…read moretop- tier, but he truly knows the park inside and out. This turned our shoot into a full- on adventure rather than just a photo/ video session. He guided us to the most breathtaking locations , made us feel completely at ease, and captured moments that feel authentic and timeless. The quality of both the photos and video exceeded our expectations. It was cinematic, beautifully composed, and full of life. If you're looking for someone who goes above and beyond , creates an experience, and delivers stunning imagery you'll cherish forever, he is the one. We are so grateful for him, now we have photos and videos we will treasure.

A wedding is a beautiful day filled with so many incredible memories that you'll want to keep in…read moreyour heart forever, which is why finding a photographer is such an important part of wedding planning. You want to make sure you are choosing the right person who can capture all the moments of pure joy, laughter, love, and even (happy) tears. David was recommended to us as a wedding photographer and from the moment we spoke it was clear how much passion and commitment he has to his craft. The entire journey, from wedding planning, to the Big Day, and even after, David showed up as a true professional and artist. He is accountable, eager to help, and genuinely interested in meeting the needs of his clients. The spectrum of emotions that David captured for us is incredible and we are so grateful to be able to have these memories to look back on forever. On top of having the best wedding ever, I had the best wedding photographer! Another incredible gift that David gave us was the extremely fast turnaround for photos. While there were many choices to make in wedding planning, we made the best choice with David as our photographer and we have the pictures to show for it!

David has been my go to photographer for years. He's captured so many amazing memories of my boys…read moreand me, during pregnancy, even wedding / elopement pictures since my honeymoon was in Cuba, and his turn around time is fast.

We had the most wonderful experience with the entire staff here and will continue to come back. I…read morehope corporate can see this and is able to turn on the air conditioning for the staff and their customers inside the studio because it was HOT. Thank you, again

I had recently tried going to the JCPenny Portrait in Montebello, but that visit was HORRIBLE. We…read morewere treated so poorly we didn't even stay for our appointment. I kept hearing positive experiences from others from different locations so I decided to give this location an opportunity. Right off the bat the vibe was completely different. Camila made eye contact and was very hospitable from the start. She seemed as excited as us to be there. She was very helping with posing. Camila is doing it RIGHT. Nikita at Montebello could learn from her for sure. We plan on coming back for family portraits! Thank you Camila for making this experience what we hoped for!

We are not the type that get so hung up on star ratings, so don't take 4 stars that serious…read more My wife and I found Carlos at a wedding expo, and he was virtually everything we were looking for. Since this was the first time we both got married, we didn't know much He educated us, he was friendly, his pricing is great, and most importantly, his pictures were breathtaking. He had us visualizing what our pictures would be like. We didn't even consider videography until we met him, and saw it wouldn't take us completely out of budget. He kept us reassured throughout the 1.5 year engagement, which at times was very hectic. Not to his fault, but I wish we could have had more settings in our pictures, but lack of time prevented it. Keep this in mind! The day of, he was timely and took his job seriously. As a non-photogenic couple, he had us pose and instructed our families for some of the best photos our family has ever taken. The only downfall was the issue of receiving the edited photos and the timeline was unclear. I am not sure how much time was spent editing all the photos. However, when we did receive them, we were satisfied. To our surprise, the video was a lot better than we expected. If he didn't spend a lot of time editing, you could tell a lot of time was spent on the video. It was almost an hour long! In summary, I would recommend Carlos to everyone and when there are other events in the future he will be on the top of the list! Thank you Rivas Photography, and I wish your business so much success

Where do I begin! The best experience I've ever had with a photographer. We decided to cancel our…read moredaughters Sweet Sixteen due to Covid but went forward on taking her pictures. Carlos was very professional and made us feel very comfortable. Carlos had many great ideas and thanks to him the pictures came out FABULOUS! Prices are very reasonable and I would definitely refer him . Thank you Carlos for making this special day for daughter unforgettable.

This review is about 1 year late but I wanted to share my experience…read more My daughter's 1st birthday had just passed and I wanted to get a cute photo shoot done to commemorate the milestone. My sister saw some of Karina's prior work from a friend who uses her services regularly to photograph her kids and recommended I look at her website. What really caught my eye with Karina's work was the cute themes in the pictures. It wasn't easy to find someone who did shoots like this so I contacted her and set up an appointment. Now this will probably be my only criticism but I will add a caveat to it--I did find at times that the communication with Karina was not always as prompt as I would have liked. There were times where it took her a few days to respond to my emails (which she told me was her preferred method of communication). But she did always respond eventually so that's what counts. The caveat is that at that time we were going back and forth with emails she was having construction done on her home which is also her studio so it made sense there were some delays. As for the quality of her work and the effort she puts into creating the right look--definitely superior. I told her I wanted a very girly theme and loved the attention to detail she put in making the backdrop just that. She even had super cute accessories we used for my daughter's shoot and the pictures came out so cute. Everybody always asks me who I used for them. She also is very good with babies. My daughter can be quite shy around strangers but Karina knew just what to do to get her to do what she needed for the differing poses she was looking to get. She even got her to laugh and smile...this was a baby whose aunt called her 'Mona Lisa' because it's a huge feat to get her to smile on command. Setting the shoot up, agreeing to a time, and sending her the deposit and final payment was easy. She sent my proofs to review and select the photos I wanted. She sends you only a few photos to choose from. My guess is she chooses the best shots and lets you choose from those. I was surprised I guess because I was expecting to see every shot but that probably helped to make the decision process of choosing the photos I wanted easier. Sometimes too much choice isn't productive. Overall I would totally recommend her. I have captured a precious moment in my daughter's life through Karina's vision and passion and will definitely look to use her again for future projects.

Karina did such an amazing job with my son's newborn session. She's so creative and really took her…read moretime with my little guy. She was so patient and good with him. She was able to take an idea I had and made it even better!! I will definitely be booking her again when my son turns one. I highly recommend her.

We loved the whole photo & video experience in Lailah's quinceañera. The moments captured, the…read moreattention to detail in our photos, the service was exceptional to our family and friends in her court. Very helpful to our vision and making sure we got what we were looking for. The most important thing I wanted to take with me as a mother was the memories I get to keep. Thank you guys so much.

My husband and I loved our wedding pictures and the album came out so nice!! They are very flexible…read moreand a pleasure to work with :)