When you choose a photographer you hope for two things...That they show up on time, and that the…read morepictures turn out beautiful. Both of these were not achieved by Erica Rose. In fact, pictures from our beautiful event weren't even seen. Booking Erica for our parents anniversary was great. She was so nice and bubbly on the phone and we were able to get a hold of her easily to discuss details. We were really excited to meet her at the venue. Our party started at 6:30 and we asked her to arrive 15 minutes prior to that time. She showed up at 45 after. We were disappointed but she showed up with a smile and seemed ready to work so we let it go. We informed her which plate would be hers for dinner but asked that during dinner she went around and got some candid photos of our guests. She got up and took 1 photo of each table after eating and then asked to take the family photos that we wanted so she could leave afterward. This was only 1 1/2 hours into the event and we paid for 3 so we expected her to stay the remainder of the time and handed her her check then. Our mistake. She stayed another 15 minutes after taking our family photos (which we were so looking forward to seeing) and then left. We were shocked at the service we received. Especially because we liked her so much before she tried to jip us on time. A few days after the event we got a phone call from a very sorry Erica letting us know that our photos were accidentally deleted from the memory card and that they could not be recovered. While devastated we knew that there was ways to get those photos back because we have 2 very tech-savvy guys in our family and they've had experience with this very issue. She refused to let us try any of their techniques but was very apologetic. The good news is we received our money back. The bad news is, we have no photos of that night, and for a family who loves to document everything with images, this was a hard pill to swallow.

I love Erica. We hired her to for an engagement shoot and our wedding shoot. We had the…read moreengagement shoot last weekend (on the hottest day of the year so far). Even though it was hot, the pictures came out beautifully. We dragged her all around my old hood (Lakeview) and she took pictures in alleys, the brown line stop, a bookstore, and even in the Yogen Fruz. She made us look good, and not like the semi awkward nerds we are. I can't wait until my wedding next year for those pictures. She is also very affordable, personable and makes you feel comfortable while asking you to kiss in public. Also, as a random aside, she is the fastest eater ever.

Great engagement photos for my daughter and her future husband. From Lauren Roberts Photography.read more

Planning to ask a woman to spend the rest of her life with you isn't simple. Planning it from over…read more4,000 miles away has its own set of challenges. After successfully using the internet to find about a dozen photographers (no hits, all misses) in the Anchorage area, I knew I needed more direction. Finding Lauren Roberts (the brains, talent, and amazingness behind Beauty Board Media) was the answer to my questions. Even while on a work-trip outside of Alaska, Lauren fielded my call and took some time to sit in a quiet place and chat with me about what exactly I was looking to do. I wanted my proposal to my girlfriend to be caught on camera so we could share that special moment with our friends and family all over the world. No big deal. Lauren and I spoke for days before she even started talking about the cost of this cross-country production I was planning. A couple from Texas celebrating the 4th of July in Anchorage with a proposal under the fireworks at a small college summer league baseball game. She was almost as excited about this as I was! The words "swoon" and "romantic" were thrown around excessively. Lauren promises, Lauren delivers. She brought along a second shooter to catch the moment in photos while she masterfully shot our video. At the time of writing this review the video has not yet been completed; we asked Lauren to take extra time and provided her recently with some other home video "gems" to work with. Like I said, her promise of a keepsake production cannot be ignored. It's amazing what Beauty Board Media has done for past clients (check out the website) and what she's done for Priscilla and me. The photos are outrageous. We can't stop looking at them. A few are being printed and framed once we decide which of them we like more than the others. It's a difficult task when each picture is a masterpiece. Our friends and family love the pictures. Our only regret is that Lauren is in Alaska and we're in Texas! We can't thank her enough. Her talent and passion captured our engagement; something no amount of money could recreate or duplicate. And now we have a way to revisit it forever. If you have any questions just message me. I'll always be a fan.

A couple years ago my dear friend, Cherie, started her own photography business. I know, I know-…read morelots of people who own a fancy camera start a "photography" business- but Dashing Life is the real deal! At first, I didn't think I would be able to utilize Cherie's talent- she started off specializing in family/children - I didn't really have either. But what I did have was a wedding! DLP had not yet branched into the wild and crazy world of wedding photography, but considering Cherie was on the guest list I didn't hesitate to say yes when she asked is she could shoot pics at the wedding to start a portfolio! Now, I did already have a wedding photographer- so in the end I lucked out and had two great shooters at the wedding! While I love the work of the photographer I hired, I have to say, my favorite pics were taken by Cherie with DLP! I had a very laid back, back yard wedding with close friends and family. My husband and I wanted to spend minimal time shooting formal pics and were looking for more candids than anything. Cherie totally delivered! I have never felt some beautiful in all my life and Cherie totally captured that!! If you are looking to have a blast at your photo shoot, whether it be portraits or a formal event, Cherie is your gal! She lives life to the fullest, is always prepared, and wants you to have the best time ever!! I follow Dashing Life Photography on a daily basis - and on a daily basis my day is made brighter by all the wonderful pictures! I look forward to utilizing DLP in the future for all my photography needs!!

Cherie took such wonderful pictures of my daughter! I get tons of compliments on her photos and the…read moreediting that she used to made her all the more beautiful!! I had always used in store photography, but no more! Cherie will be my families photographer as long as she lives here! I couldn't imagine ever using another photographer! Her prices can't be beat for the amount of time she spends with you, the work she goes through prepping the amount of pictures she gives you and then to top it off she gives you a CD of your very own to duplicate as you please!! Only had I known she was doing weddings when I married my husband because I can only imagine what she could of done with my wedding photos!! If you are looking for a photographer in the Anchorage area, then look no further as this is the best one around!!

She is AMA-ZINGGG! I'm so thankful for her to be our wedding photographer! She is so kind! Earlier…read morethis year I was scrambling to find someone to do our engagement photos given my fiancé was leaving for work for a few months and just got engaged. Amanda made time for me in her busy schedule to do so. Normally I'm an anxious girly but she made me feel so comfortable and had so many photos from our engagement photos to pick from! Like I mean a work of ART! I can't say it enough she's super worth it! She's easy to work with! She makes me feel super comfortable and confident even though I'm always anxious lol. Since I booked her as my wedding photographer, she met up with me to go over the important moments and things I wanted captured for our upcoming wedding. Let me tell you she was super insightful and really listened to me and what I wanted. If you're booking with a photographer hands down she's perfect! 10/10 would recommend.

I've always hated getting my picture taken, but Amanda made it so easy. She captured the…read moreexcitement, the happiness, and the energy on our day. She's personable, professional, and, well...the beautiful pictures speak for themselves. I'd highly recommend her team for your occasion.

I rate this business as good maybe even great. Even though Megan wasn't able to help me she…read moresuggested others that might. Plus the only business that replied so far. Only one small slide

The best referral we received was for Megan to do our photos. I was gifted the baby plan by my…read moremother in law and it has been amazing. The memories that have been captured are simply beautiful. Megan goes above and beyond for her clients and really makes you feel like you matter! from wardrobe ideas to choosing the best place for pictures she never disappoints. I've loved every image she has sent. Not gonna lie the investment scared me but I promise you it's worth every penny. you really do get what you pay for! so if you want amazing, beautiful pictures to last a lifetime choose Megan Marlene Photography

Truly beautiful work! Leslie is so much fun to work with and she has this amazing ability to…read morecapture all the right angles. We have had 2 sessions with Leslie and we can't wait for our third.

Leslie is not only talented and takes fantastic photos she was incredibly patient with our very…read moregrouchy two year old and managed to get photos where he actually smiled! We will continue to go to LEslie for our family photos year after year!!! In addition to taking the amazing photos, she delivered them wrapped as though they were gifts and actually thanked us for our business, in todays day and age it seems a rare thing in a professional to treat consumers so well and it made my family photo session and order that much more special to us!!

Shalem: YOU were my photographer. Do you give away photos of weddings to Sean all the time, talk…read moretrash about everyone you photograph, or do you think I wouldn't remember? You could have called me to make this right a long time ago, instead you doubled down and apparently think I'm stupid. Im not.

Very happy we chose The Studio and Shalem to do a…read moreprofessional portfolio of images to submit to South High School's Yearbook 20/21. You set an appointment and Shalem does a thorough interview. Very consultative asking our daughter's likes, hobbies, and then walks through clothing preferences and goes through various ideas you have for sites and gets a feel for what you want want to express to others with your photos. Our daughter spent a lot of time studying in coffee shops so that was where we decided one shoot would be. Another shoot was in a marshy area, surrounded by nature, weather was a factor as it can be in September and October, so we did part of the session the next day when weather improved and we chose modern and natural settings. Be prepared with 5 or so outfits, and water boots. You're going to trek to a location in woods or streams if that's what you want. So be prepared! He encourages friends or family to join you to bring clothes, snacks and items you may use as a prop. She had her older sister and boyfriend with her. Now we wait a week or so till pictures are sorted and the best are pulled and we'll meet for final review and purchase. They sell their pictures A-La-Carte. So you have options of sizes, etc. and you can buy the copyrights too. Shalem has been here for around 8 years and was very word of mouth. Not anymore you're now in the Yelpasphere! Welcome! Will update again with the final reveal. From the pictures he showed us all off his Digital SLR they are going to be AMAZING!

Great experience booking with Evelyn (found her on Instagram). Sent a message on Instagram (or you…read morecan contact via her website) and received a super fast response. Reasonable prices for family photos, even better when you can snag a mini photo session special! Our family of 5 (including teenager, toddler and infant) did a 30 min mini session at a local greenhouse and it worked out great. What a cool idea for location during the winter, I didn't want to bring a newborn out in the snow. Evelyn was so sweet with our toddler who was almost having a meltdown as toddlers randomly do. She sent our final photos about a week later and we love how they turned out! Definitely will book with her again when we need more pics.

This was a great experience for our family. I'm so happy I was able to get on the schedule with…read moreWindswept. I had heard so many great things about them and I'm so happy I listened to what everyone was saying. Christal Houghtelling was absolutely amazing at capturing the beauty of Alaska and each one of my kids' personalities. We got an album that I will cherish forever. It is worth every dollar to me to have amazing photos I'm proud of and memories I will now never forget. I recommend Windswept if you want real professional photos and a great shooting experience. She is top notch on both fronts. All my friends and family are obsessed with her work. We already booked for next season.

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