We hired Kristen and Rich Barnes (and one assistant as well) do our engagement shoot as well as all…read morethe photos at our wedding. We could not ask for a more outstanding crew working tirelessly, going above and beyond with everything they do! Our pictures are magnificently stunning and we can't wait to hire this dynamic duo again!!!

Barnes Photography is terrible, Terrible, TERRIBLE!…read more I never write reviews - good or bad. I haven't the time or energy to spill vitriol at a business that wronged me. But I'm making an exception for Barnes Photography in East Brookfield, MA. And this is long, LONG, overdue... Heed my warning! Steer WELL CLEAR of Barnes Photography at ALL COSTS! Caveat Emptor, baby ... Let the Buyer BEWARE! It's been YEARS since I got screwed over by Barnes, but it STILL stings like it happened yesterday! Every time I drive past by their deceptively charming little shop on the hill in East Brookfield, TO THIS DAY I feel, literally sick to my stomach over the mistake I made patronizing their business. My tale of Woe started when I was living in East Brookfield and I had my then-toddler son photographed at Barnes. Its been a long time, so my numbers may be a little off, but the bad experience is still acute. After paying a ton of money and going through the shoot, we arrived for the 'showing' some weeks later and were disappointed to see that my toddler son, who was to be the focal point of the large portrait photo was extremely small in the shot. There was so WAY too much boring background and not nearly enough of our precious son. So we asked them to adjust the portrait so the subject was more prominent in the picture. Weeks later when we went back to them for the big reveal, we saw that our son was, indeed, larger in the portrait, but the proportions were all messed up. He had this gigantic Charlie-Brown sized head and his legs and feet were extremely small. To this day its hard not to laugh at the picture. But, our boy's expression was really cute, we spent a boatload of money for the shot, so we just accepted it as is... I should've learned my lesson then about Barnes, but no... not foolish me... Not stupid, stupid ME! I figured the first experience was a fluke... Instead - clearly a glutton for punishment - I went back a couple years later for baby pictures of my daughter. We did the shoot and I paid over $800 up front. There was, admittedly a lull after the shoot before I could scrape up the balance, as I was sorting through some home issues. But eventually, I reached back to them and asked them for the portrait. They said they didn't have it. I asked for the films. They said they didn't have them. I asked for my $800 back. They said no. I asked for SOME of my money back. Even a LITTLE... Coldly and brusquely and ENTIRELY UNSYMPATHETIC to my plight, they replied, "Nope." How on EARTH is it that a professional photographer just LOSES an expensive, PAID-FOR portrait?!! How on EARTH does that same professional photographer just LOSE the PAID-For films?!! I wrote them and called them way quite a few times back then but their constant rejections just wore me down, so I did what they'd counted on... I gave up. But now, Yelp has come along so FINALLY I can get this off my chest!!! Today, what do I have to show for my experience with Barnes Photography after spending well over a thousand dollars and not a few sleepless nights and drive by stomach aches? Just a weird picture of a boy-pumpkin-head with Barbie doll legs sticking out of the bottom that we're storing in the attic to spare my son the humiliation; and absolutely NOTHING to represent my daughter in her toddler years. "Where's MY portrait, Daddy?" My girl asked, once, noticing her portrait is conspicuously absent from our household. I've pretty much let it go, but next week we're hosting a college graduation party for my daughter. When it was suggested we display her baby portrait at the hall, it brought back all the misery of that dreadful Barnes Photography Experience. Folks, there are LOADS of professional photographers out there you should absolutely choose instead of Barnes Photography. Heck, a good I-phone has made over-priced so-called "Pros" like Barnes Photography pretty much obsolete. Trust me, you can take better photos than they can. Save yourself the money and aggravation and STEER WELL CLEAR of Barnes Photography. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!!!

Mark is the best! Easy to work with, super fast, and always gets great shots. Has a great eye and…read morealways goes above and beyond. Can't recommend him high enough. If you are looking for a great photographer, Mark is the man!

I am so thankful for Mark D. Girouard Photography. My daughter was graduating from high school and…read morethe photographer hired left a portion of her face off the senior picture. I got really lucky meeting with Mark even at the last minute. My daughter has beautiful senior pictures and they were so good I hired him to do our family portrait. He's courteous, thoughtful and listens to his clients. He made us all feel at ease. We will be going back for future events.

This is truly a very special and transformative place. I came into the weekend not knowing what to…read moreexpect, as this was my very first retreat. The owner, Jess, was amazing! We were all pampered from the moment we walked into the door. Her program for the weekend was so thoughtfully put together and her mindfulness coaching was extraordinary. In just a short time, I felt such a strong connection to the women at the retreat. We had the opportunity to do some fun, creative exercises as well as stroll around the gorgeous grounds where there is a beautiful Monet-esque pond, peaceful gardens and chickens roaming around. We also experienced an amazing sound healing with crystal bowls and many other instruments. It was such a peaceful, profound weekend that allowed me to take a break from all the chaos, relax and reconnect with myself. I have been doing the minfulness exercises Jess shared with us every day. The food was amazing and the accomodations were wonderful. Jess even brought in a massage therapist for us! I can't say enough about this magical place.

Trent one of the supervisors will pretend to have long involved fake conversations on the phone so…read morehe doesn't have to help customers. He went as far as to yell out to an assistant that he would pretend to help us, until the other guy came back to do the job. That's when he asked me to wait as he went on and on with a fake phone call. Simply aghast anyone can put so much energy into doing nothing.

I went here for the first time and they did not have a common item that I wanted. When I inquired…read moreabout a replacement I was told, "Go look outside" instead of assisted. When I reported the alternate item wouldn't work I was told to call later to see if the original item is in. Since there is another Tractor Supply in the city I work in and a third along my commute home a better response would have been to offer to check inventory at other locations vs having me wait while critters eat up my entire garden. I went across the street to Lowe's where an associate accompanied me to a couple different aisles and helped me locate what I needed. Tractor Supply may have displaced Agway in many places but they are not the same.

I wish I could give it 3.25 - 3.5 stars. I came here the Friday after Thanksgiving. I was expecting…read more50+ yr old men and possibly a cougar or two. I don't know if it was representative of the rest of the year, but this place was chalk full of young hotties. Cheap drinks, a pool table, clean bathrooms, karaoke and fun locals. I wouldn't come here expecting anything fancy, but overall it is a fun time with friends and I look forward to visiting next time I'm in the area.

Hands down the best DJ we could have ever asked for our wedding! They brought amazing energy,…read moreplayed a fantastic setlist, and kept our guests on the dance floor the entire night. 100% recommend!

I found Champagne Toast through my wedding venue as a preferred vendor. When I first contacted…read moreChampagne Toast, Ken got back to me immediately. When we had our phone call to see if it would be a good fit, Ken was friendly and so helpful with giving us all the information we needed. I like Ken does an interview to see what DJ fits best with your vibe and personality. We were matched up with Josh. He also had great communication, was open to our vibe and he brought so much energy to our wedding. Josh was a great hype man when we did our vows bring us the microphone before and getting it back after all while saying words of encouragement for us. When it came to the reception, he followed our recommendations for music and added a few songs in that fit our vibe perfectly. He kept the party going and the dance floor full. I would highly recommend Champagne Toast and if I ever do an event I would 100% request Josh again!

Ted at Alpha dog was absolutely amazing. He taught me so many new things about my dogs and how to…read moreproperly correct them. He spent just about two hours with me and both of my dogs and what a difference from the beginning to the end of the visit. One of my dogs has a really hard time with other dogs. He brought his dog with him and before he left they were walking together and laying near each other. He also helped me bring my dogs near my neighbors dogs who I've always had an issue with and they were great. He really brought a different side out in my dogs and I couldn't be more appreciative and grateful for his help. I would absolutely recommend Alpha Dog to anyone who wants a good, reliable, honest and caring person to help with their pups. Two thumbs up from Jada, Bentley and I.

Best eyebrow threading I've ever had! Shilpa was amazing, she was quick and made the process…read morepainless, which I've never experienced before with threading. I was worried my eyebrows wouldn't look right with how fast she did it, but they look incredible!! The shape is exactly how I wanted it.

I've been here many times and the owner has always done a great job, but the girl who did my brows…read moretoday, messed it up..half of my eyebrows is missing and it's uneven. Shilpa please don't let her touch another person's eyebrows. You're going to lose customers!!