From the moment we started to share our intention for our wedding photos, they understood…read morecompletely and made all the recommendations on how to achieve our goals. They treated us as if it was their own personal event, keeping us at ease throughout the entire wedding. Will definitely recommend them as they are creative to the point where they can take what you would ask for and go completely above and beyond. 10/10 service

It's the little things that matter. When you're a mother of two toddlers, you dream of those…read moreperfect, cute holiday photos that capture your family just right. Chasing Pleasures is the place to go to make that happen, but I had no idea just how much they'd come through for us. Imagine this: you're trying to remember every last detail - outfits, snacks, wipes, you name it - while gathering up your kids, yourself, and your husband, all dressed and ready to get out the door. After all that, we barely made it to the studio on time, and of course, it wasn't until we walked in that I realized I'd forgotten to check if my all-black shirt was free of lint. That's when Andy, without skipping a beat, pulled out a lint roller and saved my day. It was such a small thing, but in that moment, it meant everything. Chasing Pleasures is a family company, and they get it - they know what families need before we even realize we need it. Thanks to them, what felt like a monumental task turned out to be a breeze. Thank you, Chasing Pleasures, for making something that seemed so hard feel so simple.

When I first saw Alexandra's photos on Yelp, I knew I needed to have some family photos taken by…read moreher. So I quickly snatched up a spot on her fall mini sessions. The photos came out just as I expected! The quality is professional and every picture she captured is amazing. I love her use of natural lighting. It's just so beautiful and the picture really takes you back to the moment. This feeling is perfect because I want to be able to look back when my baby is a teenager and remember this special time. To top things off, she delivered the photos to me the very next day! Although, normal turn around time is between 1-3 weeks she was able to make it happen for us. The mini sessions are short but it's enough for her to work her magic. She is a bit further than where I live (I live in Ventura) but the drive was worth it. I would def recommend her if you're considering using her as a photographer. See photos attached.

WOW!!! Lexi absolutely exceeded all my expectations. We did a family photo session with her which…read moreincluded our very active 10 month old. During the session our daughter was more interested in checking out the scenery than posing for photos but Lexi was absolitely great at getting her attention. I was really worried about how many photos we would get that would actually be useable but when we got our photos I was blown away. SO MANY amazing photos from our 1 hour session. They are gorgeous. I can't wait to show them off. Lexi will definitely be my go to photographer from now on. Thank you Lexi!

Marisa and her husband photographed our intimate wedding in Malibu in November of 2017. This review…read moreis long overdue... Marisa went above and beyond all expectations we had in a wedding photographer. Our wedding was nontraditional - it was a small, intimate beach wedding and my wife and I had not extensively planned the timing and details of the ceremony itself until speaking with Marisa. Aside from planning the right timing for the events to happen so that the lighting was just right, she gave us so much direction and advice on other aspects of our evening that we had not even thought of, and it paid off. Her and her husband have an amazing energy - they are very calming, fun and organized, knowing exactly how to resolve potential issues and help coordinate on the fly. Our families later commented to us on how awesome they were. Of course, the photos were absolutely incredible. The lighting, edits, it all looks so natural and perfect. She is a true artist in that her photos do not look overly-shopped, they just look amazing. She is truly great at her craft and I could not recommend her more highly.

I had a last-minute need for new professional headshots for a new role and Marisa was not only…read moreextremely accommodating (she did this on Valentines Day evening when she could have been with her hubby), she was very personable and great to work with. I had to meet her at night after a long day of work for both of us and she managed to make the experience very relaxing. I'm very happy about how the images turned out and highly recommend her.

My wife and I hired Emma for our wedding in Costa Mesa and we are so happy that we did! Emma made…read moreus feel instantly comfortable and captured such beautiful photos of our wedding. We were originally a bit nervous because my wife and I don't typically do photoshoots and sometimes feel uncomfortable being romantic in front of a camera (we didn't even do an engagement shoot for that reason), but with Emma it was so easy and natural. We had a great time taking photos with her and loved her visions for our wedding party, detail shots, golden hour photos, and everything else. Thank you so much Emma!

Emma is truly a superstar. There are not enough good things to say about her in a review…read more We received our wedding photos a couple weeks ago, and they are incredible. Emma and her assistant (I am so sorry that I am forgetting her name) were able to capture everything we loved about that day. We got so many photos as part of our package, and there are no duds. It is an impossible task to go through and pick our favorites. The photos are the part of the wedding that last forever, and we could not be happier that we went with Emma. What my wife and I were drawn to about Emma's photos when we were shopping around, and what we saw reflected in our own photos, is her ability to capture little moments. She has a great sense for when something subtle but meaningful is happening, like a family member starting to tear up, or a speechgiver's friend in the crowd laughing at their joke. That's what is really valuable about the photos to us, and something I am not sure every photographer can get you. She is also a consummate professional. She is efficient and purposeful-she makes sure she captures all the important moments without consuming your whole day with photos. She provides clear instructions, which is helpful as the wedding couple, but is even more helpful when you are taking family photos with several different combinations of people. Emma is also so kind and lovely to be around. I normally do not like having photos taken of me, and it can be uncomfortable to be in that many photos, making serious faces, and allowing someone in during a highly emotional day. Emma makes that whole process comfortable and enjoyable. You can tell she has a real passion for doing this and truly enjoys getting to know the couples. Her friendliness and confidence put you at ease. This is a really important point-you spend as much time with the photographer on your wedding day as anyone else! Emma is a great person to spend that time with. I also want to note that all of the above is also true of Emma's assistant. Again, I am so sorry I am forgetting her name. But she was in charge of getting most of the groom and groomsmen photos at the beginning of the ceremony, and was such a pleasure to work with. That was the point in which I was the most nervous, and she made the whole process go smoothly and the day started out on a great foot as a result. We cannot recommend Emma enough.

Megan is an incredible photographer! She's not only talented but also so kind and easy to work…read morewith. Her communication throughout the process was amazing, and she guided us with poses that looked beautiful in photos. I truly cannot express how much I love every single photo! Her editing style is absolutely stunning the colors are dreamy, soft, and timeless. My husband and I did two maternity shoots with her, one at a tulip field and another in the almond blossoms and both sessions turned out even better than we imagined. She also has a beautiful client closet, which made the whole experience so much easier. On top of that, she provides styling guides, which I loved because it made planning easy especially since I was pregnant. 10/10 would absolutely recommend Megan!

My fiancé and I had an engagement photoshoot with Megan and I cannot imagine having my photos done…read morewith anyone else! Megan brings such an inviting, warm, and comfortable environment; that is especially important for me since I am not very comfortable being in front of the camera. I am so happy and so lucky to have had Megan as our photographer, I LOVE a professional whose communication since day one was superb, she gave me all the information we needed, and the day of the photoshoot she told me exactly what to do which is the kind of direction I needed and that took soooo much weight off my shoulders. We all had so much fun during the shoot as well, she made sure I was comfortable and even brought an extra coat in case I got cold. I cannot recommend Megan enough! We are so incredibly grateful for her and the energy she brings! Truly a delight to be around and so so kind. She is truly talented and we are forever filled with gratitude. So happy that we can see her work through her photos for the rest of our lives

Welcome to Naples Maxine. We are very fortunate to have an artist of your caliber in town. Your…read morenewborn portraits are the best and your professionalism exceeded our expectations.

I cannot recommend Maxine highly enough as a newborn photographer! From the moment we stepped into…read moreher pristine studio, we felt at ease. She has it all! Bottle warmer, diaper changing station, gorgeous swaddles, outfits, and accessories of every color palette and shade- something straight out of Pinterest. Maxine's attention to detail and calming presence made the entire experience enjoyable, and she was incredibly skilled handling our premature baby who had recently been discharged from the NICU. Maxine demonstrates impressive training and knowledge of safely handling newborns, which gave us complete confidence in her care. Her photography skills are truly exceptional--each shot captures the beauty and innocence of our little one perfectly. The final images are nothing short of breathtaking! She was extremely prompt in getting the final images to us! If you're looking for a talented, professional, and kind photographer, look no further than Maxine. She has an extraordinary gift for creating timeless memories that you will cherish forever, and the entire session was so much FUN!

Michael is the most professional, talented, engaging, local photographer around. I felt comfortable…read moreand it went so fast, I can not believe how quick three outfit changes for my new realtor professional branding head shots went!! I have used Michael in the past and will continue to in the future. Sometimes you can be a little nervous for posing for photos, but this was really a fun and lovely experience. Highly recommend.

Working with Michael was such a great experience. He quickly puts everyone at ease and and works…read morealong side you. My whole family felt comfortable. Michael's professionalism is pure class and shines through his work. We highly recommend f/8 Studios!

The gold shoot was an amazing experience! From the expert gold application process by the lovely…read moreEstelle to the thoughtful, artistic preparation and execution by the renowned Zack Zublena. The result was a beautifully surreal collection of photographs that captured the essence of what I had been hoping for, which was something sexy and elegant that showed off my body in a unique artistic way. I have since shot with Zack in other photo sessions including a fashion shoot and a series of headshots. I will continue to use Zack as my photographer of choice because I am always delighted with the results. I have been blown away again and again because he always goes above and beyond expectations!

There are so many photographers here in LA, but Zack is one of the best. He not only shoots…read moreheadshots that get you in the room, he also takes the most beautiful artsy photos if that's what you need. He is extremely professional, really nice to be around and has the cutest French accent! He is an all around stand up guy and an amazingly talented photographer. Go check him out.