This was our first time taking holiday family portraits and I am SO happy with how everything…read moreturned out. The photographer was super accommodating to our 2 year old son and made sure our photos turned out great. He provided us so many props and made sure the background looked perfect for our photos. Will definitely be coming back here for photo shoots!

I had an excellent experience with Beauty and the Cutie. I booked my family's holiday portraits and…read morewanted studio photos. We've done outdoor photos before, so I wanted non-festive studio photos. My studio session included me, my husband, and...my two-year-old son. He can be unpredictable. He can be a really ON or really OFF. I'd spoken to him all week about photos and he practiced smiling and posing. I crossed my fingers and hoped for the best. Wellllll, picture day was his OFF day. He decided to be a real two-year-old. He was A LOT! Our photographer, Chung, had the patience of a saint. I didn't think we'd get any good photos! Our session was about 40 minutes or so and Chung tried his best to get many photos. True to his word, the gallery was available to me by 8am the following day. WOW! When he said the gallery would be available the next day, I was thinking wayyyyy at the end of the day. Nope! My gallery was available a little after 8. Nice! I had a great experience with Chung and Beauty and the Cutie. I think you will, too!

Brenda is BY FAR the best family photographer!…read more Her energy and enthusiasm is extremely comforting, especially when trying to wrangle kids under the age of 5. During our photo session, my wife and I were worried about our youngest son and whether or not he'd listen to us during the photo session. Our hopes were to get ONE photo of all of us together that we could print in our home. To our surprise, Brenda was able to capture over 50 AMAZING photos of all of us. We were completely shocked at how she was able to capture our children's personalities so effortlessly and with such patience and understanding. We couldn't be happier with our experience and plan on using Brenda for ALL of our family photo shoots!

Where to start…read more... We are beyond thrilled we found Brenda! We started our journey together over a year and a half ago with a maternity photoshoot, which was not only was a lot of fun but she she takes the most flattering pictures!! Which I'm sure other mother to be's can appreciate! No one is feeling glamorous at 36 weeks pregnant, ha! However each and every picture was perfection. Not to mention her editing skills are incredible. Fast forward, we had 4 additional sessions with our son, where she was able to capture his little / big personality. The pictures exceeded our expectations in every way possible, and give us great memories to remember his first year of life! We are now expecting our second child, and without a double Brenda will be there to capture the next milestone for our family. Brenda is talented, caring, and has a true passion for her craft! We love her!!

Paws and Play Studio captures still moments of my dogs that says everything about them!…read more I had two dogs to join Andrea and her assistant for two separate photo shoots since I wanted two separate locations. What's pawsitively pawesome +'s: + Skill. I have a one year old pup and a senior dog. She commanded their attention in both still and active shots. They responded to her very well. The 1-1/2 year old is especially easily distracted but Andrea managed to have my pup's attention in all our action shots. + Memorable moments. The pictures are priceless--I wanted them all. Even my friends who know my two dogs very well were impressed and said the essence of my dogs were captured in the photos. + Timely. Andrea and her assistant showed up on time and made time for the right shot. Andrea didn't mind getting down on the ground to get a dog eyes' view! And during the pandemic, she and her assistant wore masks. + Action shots. I was worried that my younger dog would run off and not pay attention. My worries were unfounded as I saw my dog run to her over and over again. Not once did my dog run off to chase a bird or sniff something on the grounds. Every single time she ran to Andrea to give her the perfect action shot! + No pressure. During our viewing session, Andrea patiently allowed me to view the proofs and select my favorites. Not once did she try to push any of the images or packages onto me. We also scheduled a follow up call to allow me to narrow my final options. + Dogs don't lie. Both of my dogs responded favorably to her. In fact my younger pup tried to follow her home. That tells me everything. I had a very positive experience with Paws and Play Studio from our initial consultation to our end product. Everything was delivered as expected with no surprises. Andrea did not disappoint. She captured the character and essence of my dogs on digital and print. Those images are priceless and to have the right person to take care of your dog and your memories is an investment. My dogs and I are happy to have found Andrea at Paws and Play Studio!

Andrea has been a joy to work with - we are lucky enough to have had two sessions with her. We won…read morethe first session through a fundraiser with Copper's Dream Rescue where our handsome pup Kuma got photographed for their 2021 calendar. Andrea immediately made us all feel at ease and Kuma fell in love with her and her treats. We left our shoot feeling like we'd made a new friend! When we met with Andrea to view the photos she took, I immediately started tearing up watching the slideshow. At the time, our pup Kuma had been on steroids and various other medications for many months and hadn't been his true, energetic self. Seeing him running and smiling in the photos made my heart swell and eyes fill with happy tears. We were so pleased with our time with Andrea that we booked a second session so we could include our other pup, Cali (she had been at puppy training for the first photo shoot). Our second photo shoot was just as much fun as the first - we wanted Andrea to capture some family portraits of us as well as candid shots of both Kuma and Cali. She couldn't have done a more spectacular job. The photos we have bring us so much joy and happiness. Andrea is professional, sweet, and funny. She does a beautiful job capturing both candid and posed moments. We could not recommend her more highly. She is one of the best in the Bay Area and we hope to work with her again in the future!

4 paws UP UP UP UP for Mark and his amazing patience, creative ideas and talents. He's taken our…read moreannual Holiday card for 15 years and done some amazing photography non holiday for my kitties who are my family. There is nobody else in SF Bay Area with this talent to capture our pets in the way they really are. I happily give Mark Rogers 4 PAWS up for his amazing work.

We did a photo sessiom this fall with Mark and it was a wonderful experience. We had planned to…read morejust photograph our dog, Tilda, but we had to bring along our boys as well. (Childcare lapse!) Mark was flexible, patient, and above all, an excellent photographer. The photos turned out amazing and we love our canvas. Highly recommend.

I was so impressed with my experience with Alaina Hower Photography! If you're looking for a Bay…read moreArea photographer who is going to do an amazing job, you can seriously stop looking because you've found her. Alaina's technical and editing skills are definitely on point, but what impressed me most was her artistry. She did a great job coming up with interesting shots that really captured the integrity of the moment, while also casting it in the most beautiful light possible. Alaina really listened to my goals for the shoot and put me at ease throughout the whole experience. She's clearly someone who leads with professionalism and loves her craft. I couldn't be happier with the end result - stunning portraits that I know will live on my walls for years to come. Thank you, Alaina Hower Photography! I certainly know who I'll be calling next time I come up with a good excuse for more photos...

Alaina is the goddess of beautiful and professional photos. I was absolutely inspired by her work…read moreand reached out to renew my professional photos. I am so glad I did. Her specialty is in horses but her brilliance lies in being able to capture the essence of whoever is in front of her. So, don't just expect to see a gorgeous portrait of you, your loved one, or your equine companion- expect to see them like never before. If you're seeking a professional Bay Area, portrait, or horse photographer, look no further. Although she's new to Yelp, she's been doing th is for years and, thanks to her attention to detail and commitment to the highest quality, she's on her way to becoming one of the best ever.

My little pup was turning 16 years old, and I thought, what better way to celebrate this milestone…read morethan with a professional photoshoot! I came across Marie's page and was immediately excited to have my dog, Sadie, photographed. Marie was incredibly sweet and patient. During the session, she went above and beyond to make sure we got the perfect shots. Her love for pets and passion for photography truly showed in every moment. The photos turned out amazing--memories I will cherish forever. To top it off she got Sadie a birthday gift! Thank you, Marie! Highly recommend!

Marie is an incredibly talented and knowledgeable photographer who was able to perfectly capture my…read morevision. We did a graduation photoshoot together with my dog, turtle, and chinchilla at my home. Her communication is top-tier, we had a phone call consultation to discuss what my goals were for the shoot and she answered all of my questions through email. She is so sweet, knew exactly how to handle all of my pets, provided great encouragement, and had the best pose ideas. I love every single photo that she took of my little family, I will cherish these photos forever! I highly recommend booking with Marie, she will exceed your expectations.

They did a great job of capturing photos of us and our dogs both individually and as a family. We…read moreloved the options to buy prints, collages and digital files.

Found this "photographer" in an add for photo candidates in IG. It's not hard to make black and…read morewhite photos look good. Ignored me, then when I was vetted in an interview, never heard from them again. I was willing to pay for a photo of my family with my senior baby, but because I said I couldn't pay $1000 I was never contacted again. Left feeling hopeless. Stage 4 cancer. Never gave my loved ones the time of day. Cold and heartless to my situation. Ignored me, and never responded after I answered all their questions. If you don't have money, you don't matter to this business!

Your doggie photos are in good hands with Angie…read more Angie is incredibly thoughtful and prepared. She also knows how to get your pup's attention after a long photo session. She will listen to what matters to you and what you aim to capture on photos.

Every single photo Angie took of our dogs was absolutely amazing -- she truly captured the essence…read moreand unique character of each of our pups. She went above and beyond to accommodate us and get the photos done quickly after one of our dogs received a difficult 6-month diagnosis, which meant the world to us. It's clear that Angie is not only incredibly talented and passionate about her work, but also a true animal lover who cares deeply about the pets and families she photographs. We are beyond grateful and couldn't recommend her more highly.

Love the owner, really nice love the props: wings, tiara…read moreI'm self conscious, so I was done after 5 minutes but had 30 minutes so kept going. Best done with others? Great photos on display. beware the distortion mirror (makes you thinner)

I came here 11/1/25 with my spouse, daughter and dog for our first ever self-portrait photo…read moreexperience and we had a fantastic time. Our family was warmly greeted by Olga, the owner, upon arrival. My first impression of her was that she was friendly, professional and passionate about photography. The space was carefully curated and immaculate. Olga made some small talk with us before she led us to the photo room where our white background and professional camera setup was ready for us. The lighting was flattering and the room was spacious for the four of us to maneuver in. She allowed us to get our small luggage settled before going through an explanation about how the process worked, gave us pointers on how to pose in front of the mirror camera and take the best photos. After that, she left the room and let us take full creative reign. Olga remained outside touching up photos for the most part, but she knocked two or three times just to let us know we were out of frame or if we needed some assistance with our crying daughter, which I fully appreciated. The whole experience was stress-free and we enjoyed every single minute taking pictures at our own pace and changing into different outfits. The time really flew by and when we were done, we walked out and she shared the photos with us immediately via Google link. Our family loved the experience so much that we bought a few gift cards to gift to family and I'm about to buy a few more. Thanks Olga--we will definitely be back!

Teresa is phenomenal with animals, and she's equally as compassionate and patient with humans too!…read moreShe's been photographing my puppers for over 10+ years and each time the photos bring light and love into my heart. This latest studio sitting I had my two dogs plus their BFF join the shoot. Yes, that's 3 puppers at once. Teresa was a patient and positive photographer with proven techniques to capture their personalities. I'll continue to partner with Teresa for years to come to chronicle my love bugs!

I was able to get a few photos taken with my cavapoo Piper at a doggie event hosted at The Westin…read moreSt. Francis. Despite the chaotic environment with lots of noises and distractions, Teresa was able to capture really good photos. I am definitely considering doing a paid session with her down the road. Highly recommend!