Our post-wedding photoshoot had a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, which made the experience truly…read moreenjoyable. Mila listened carefully to all our wishes and made us feel comfortable throughout the session. The final photos turned out even better than I expected -- natural, beautiful, and full of emotion.

Mila was such a delight!! We are more than pleased with how our pictures turned out! She was open…read moreto any ideas and had great ideas herself on poses. She also was very patient with our dogs, who can be wild at times. We highly recommend her. :)

Erica was awesome. My wife and I went back to Virginia Beach to celebrate our 24th anniversary…read more Erica took some amazing photos of us near the light house on fort story where we were married. She captured our anniversary completely. Her style was just what we needed. She got all the photos back to us within 2 weeks, great torn around. Thank you Erica!

I was looking for a maternity photographer in Virginia - and I found Rare Rose Imagery on yelp!…read more I went on Erica's website & inquired. She emailed right away and we were able to talk through email, texting and a quick phone call. What I loved about Erica was her fast communication through email/texting. At the time that I found Erica I was in California and I had my (now fiancé) speak to Erica a few times because of our time difference. Erica and Tony kept in touch with planning our session which made it super easy for me to just focus on outfits. Lol! I let her know I was looking for maternity & outdoor photoshoot. She exceeded my expectations. We confirmed date and time then she let me know the location few days closer to our photoshoot date. Erica certainly knows how to pose (Tony & I) since were not photogenic lol. We received our photos in a drop box pretty fast! She emailed me the link. Our pictures were edited as well. Edited to perfection. Overall - Erica is such an amazing photographer! Super friendly, super fun & social! My maternity shoot turned into an engagement shoot towards the end of our session. Erica has captured memories forever. I will continue to use Erica far as I am in Virginia but my fiancé and I highly recommend her!

Spectacular photos and awesome experience! I loved it all. Summer made sure the photos worked well…read morewith our decor and were exactly what we wanted according to our color/style preferences. She nailed it! Even more amazing than I could have imagined. She's so creative. Def also an expert w making your baby comfy and cozy in her professional studio. All the props, backgrounds and outfits were impressive. I got to sit back, sip coffee or tea, and enjoy watching while she worked her magic. (As a tired mommy it was kinda therapeutic to be in such a peaceful environment while another loving mom took care of my baby for a little while ) I would recommend Bella Rose to everyone--go for it, you'll be so glad you did!

If you are on the fence about which newborn photographer to select...look no further. There are a…read morecouple of options in the Hampton Roads area but Summer is truly gifted when it comes to newborn photography. From start to finish, the experience was seamless. Summer is extremely attentive and responsive. She knew EXACTLY what I was looking for with little/no guidance/help from me. Her studio is amazing and equipped with clothing and props to meet your needs. A mom herself, she knew exactly what to do to calm the baby when he got fussy. When it came time to review our photos, I was in tears. I couldn't believe what she was able to accomplish with our little one. She made the decision of selecting a photo extremely difficult. So much variety and every photo is flawless! If you're on the fence about whether or not newborn photos are worth it - I'll tell you that I'll cherish these photos forever. The newborn phase is a blur to begin with with the lack of sleep, constant feeds, and crying - I can't wait to look back on these photos and fondly remember the good things - newborn snuggles, tiny toes, and peaceful naps.

Sami was amazing to work with! From the start, she was responsive to emails in a timely manner,…read moreanswered all my questions, and gave us resources to plan for my daughter's senior photo session. She guided us through the whole process and has a very professional website and technology program for the whole process. During the photo shoot, she was awesome!!! Very knowledgeable of the location, posing, etc. She was so kind, laid-back, and personable! She made the whole experience fun and enjoyable despite it being a little chilly and windy. She captured the most beautiful pictures and we couldn't be happier with the whole experience! She edited and gave us our final images way faster than we were expecting. We would definitely recommend her and hope to use her again in the future!

I love love love her work! She's super nice and friendly and she helped me look less awkward with…read moremy poses hah. She did my husband and I's gender reveal/maternity pictures and they turned out wonderful. Her pricing is up to her though so contact her through email if you're interested. She does a great job with weddings, maternity pictures, baby pictures, engagements, senior portraits, etc etc. Follow her IG too to see her work :)

If I could give Sarah ten stars, I would! Choosing her as our wedding photographer was easily the…read morebest decision we made for our big day. From the initial inquiry to the final gallery delivery, the entire experience was flawless. Sarah is the definition of a professional. Her contract was straightforward and easy to understand, and she was incredibly responsive and easy to get a hold of throughout the entire planning process. On the wedding day itself, she was prompt and even arrived early, which immediately put my mind at ease during the morning rush. I'll be the first to admit that I am not "good" at having my picture taken... I usually feel awkward and stiff in front of a camera and my self esteem isn't the highest. However, Sarah made me feel instantly comfortable and relaxed. She has such a gift for direction and used unique, creative poses that felt natural rather than forced. My guests and wedding party haven't stopped talking about how much they absolutely loved her energy; she truly felt like a part of the family while still staying incredibly focused on her craft. I specifically asked for a focus on candids, and Sarah delivered beyond my wildest dreams. She captured the raw emotion and "in-between" moments perfectly, and every single edit was breathtakingly beautiful. Her pricing is amazing for the high level of talent she provides, and to top it all off, she delivered our full gallery ahead of schedule! I had actually hired Sarah previously for a friend's maternity shoot, and after seeing her work there and now at my wedding, I am a customer for life. We are already in talks about my own maternity photos this coming spring! If you want amazing value, exceptional photo quality, and a photographer who makes the day stress free, hire Sarah. I had tears looking through my gallery and I cannot believe how beautiful I look and how well she captured my day. Especially the moments I wasn't able to see for myself. I cannot recommend her highly enough!

My fiancé and I were searching for a photographer in Virginia and came across Sweet Trade…read morePhotography after looking at various portfolios. Since my fiancé isn't a fan of taking photos, I was a bit nervous about how the session would go, worrying it might feel awkward. However, Sarah immediately made us feel comfortable, and the session flowed seamlessly. I'll definitely be booking all my future photos with her. I shared my ideas and inspiration with her, and she brought them to life perfectly. I was a bit self-conscious about my weight and asked her to capture flattering angles--and she did an amazing job! I genuinely love how the photos turned out. If I could give her 10 stars, I would! Sarah is incredibly sweet, talented, and easy to work with. I highly, highly recommend her. I couldn't imagine getting better photos anywhere else. Thank you so so so much!

My family and I used Fresh Look Photography for our wedding, our first pregnancy announcement and…read morenewborn shoot, and all of our family pictures while we were in the area. Judith is absolutely amazing to work with - she is friendly, professional, and makes you feel at-ease while still getting those to-die-for images. We recently moved back to the area, and I cannot express how excited I am to be able to work with Judith again.

Best personality to get the best picture of you! Definitely recommend for your next event!read more

Erin did my family photos and my business photos and she did a great job. Not only did my photos…read moreturn out absolutely beautifully, her professionalism and great personality made it a comfortable to be in a photo sitting. I will always refer Erin for any photography business!

We had our maternity and newborn photos done by Erin back in 2008. I'm willing to bet we are, to…read morethis date, one of the stiffest bunches she's ever photographed and the results were pretty amazing! She made us feel at ease and the shoot was pretty straightforward and quick, which are great adjectives to a shoot if you are not all the way comfortable in front of the camera. We received our book in a timely manner and forever will cherish those images!

Very good with my kiddo. She works with the little kids to get the best pictures. She's great.read more

From the owner: Why choose me? This Photog is a giant, energetic bundle of crazy goofiness and I fully believe that…read moreenergy is infectious, thus, invoking those n-a-t-u-r-a-l, (and sometimes elusive) smiles! I will dance like a monkey for those babies giggling and the adults can't help but laugh at me, too! Not only that, but I have been cementing moments for 15+ years and have the experience and knowledge you need for those gorgeous, canvas worthy images! My eyes will make sure that shirt's tucked in, your collar's down and your lipstick is on your lips and not on your teeth (yikes!) - no fake 'cheeeeese-y' sayings allowed here we are going for the gold!

Jessie's photography is literally CHEF'S KISS!! I'm totally obsessed with her style! I've done…read moreseveral shoots with her and I will continue to do so many more! Not only is she amazing at getting THE shot, she will also make you feel so comfortable and she's fantastic at giving direction! I always feel super awkward with a camera on me, but Jessie is so personable and she makes me forget we're doing a shoot half the time. Book with her, you will not regret it!!!

Jessie is an absolutely amazing photographer! We love how our wedding photos turned out. She did an…read moreamazing job of capturing the event, the people, and all the details that went into our wedding. We have more than enough photos to remind us of our special day for the rest of our lives. Jessie also did a complimentary engagement shoot for us when we hired her. Those pictures also turned out great! Jessie is easy to work with. She made the somewhat awkward process of taking engagement photos simple, made us feel comfortable, and the process a lot of fun! Jessie is super friendly and you can tell she really cares about capturing great photos for her couples. We can't recommend Jessie enough!

Melanie is amazing. She saved the day for my small, elegant beach elopement…read more I had been speaking to photographers for months and couldn't find anyone that I liked their work enough to hire who was available with less than a year's notice. In comes Melanie, who I happened to find by accident through a Yelp promo email. She had another shoot earlier in the day, but bc we were doing a later beach elopement ceremony and reception, she could do it! Signing the contract and working out all the details online and via email was easy. She sent me some paperwork to give her details and then we had a phone conversation to discuss and get to know one another. On the day of - she texted me, showed up exactly on time, and was a dream to work with. So friendly, so kind, so helpful. She went above and beyond for me and my family and was so easygoing. She posed us wonderfully and rolled with the punches when a few things didn't go as planned (it's a wedding, it's going to happen!). Absolutely professional. The photos we've been given so far as a preview are stunning and I can't wait to see the others. Everyone raved about how kind she was and how much they liked our photographer afterwards, and when we've sent a few photos, they've all been blown away. I feel lucky to have found Melanie, and her husband Chris, to shoot my day and would recommend her to anyone who asked me for any photos. If we need family portraits or special pics taken in the future, she's our girl!

100/10 RECOMMEND!!…read more Melanie is the absolute SWEETEST person! I found her on Facebook when looking for someone to do my maternity pictures 7-8 months ago!! My maternity pictures are STUNNING and I've never felt more beautiful or loved my body as much as I did then and it was my third pregnancy! My kids absolutely ADORED her and my 3.5 year old son remembers her as the lady who loved his dinosaur toys. I booked our fall pictures with her on my birthday for our second photography session with her! Those pictures are soooo good and my kids were so uncooperative! Melanie also was absolutely amazing with my kids that day too! I booked my daughters first birthday pictures and cake smash with her in June! I'm so excited for those pictures because I just know how absolutely beautiful they are going to be!!! Definitely book a photography session with her! It's very worth your money And she's such an amazing photographer and a sweet person!