Memorable Photographs in a Beautiful Setting…read more My husband and I are celebrating a very special anniversary, and we love to hike. We engaged Joey to take photos of us enjoying the outdoors together. He suggested Rodeo Beach, one of our favorites! Joey scouted out several perfect locations before we arrived. He met us at 5:00, when the evening sun would be soft. During the photo shoot, he made us laugh to help us be "natural," even though he was recording what we did. Joey took photos of us walking on the beach, sitting on a bluff looking out over the ocean, hiking through flowers - the list goes on. We are thrilled with the variety and quality of our photos!

There are only so many pictures a parent can take of the back of their kid's head before she…read morerealizes that it's time to call in a professional. In our case, we even have excellent photographers and fancy cameras in the family, but capturing our 1-year old as anything but a blur and getting a picture of all three of us together was next to impossible. I had been keeping tabs on Joey's work for some time and when we were ready, I went through his gallery and wrote to all the friends I recognized who he had done sessions with (he's the go-to guy in the City now, apparently!). They unanimously said that he was easy to work with, professional, and caught the shots they were looking for. So we set it up! One of things I was struck by was how easy the logistics were, such as paying the deposit online, filling out a pre-shoot survey that asked helpful questions about what we had in mind, and choosing shots for prints from our gallery on his website. Joey is also affordable and turns the photos around quickly--we were able to choose shots to frame for Christmas presents within a few days of our session. The company he gets prints through was also speedy and the quality was perfect (especially compared to the DIY photo site options I've been floundering with this past year). Most importantly, Joey's documentary style of shooting was the right fit for us. He knows the city and it's backdrops extremely well, but I liked that he recommended we stay in our neighborhood so that when we look back at the photos, we will remember this time in our lives. Plus it made our kiddo more comfortable to be in his own space, playing with his own stuff. I was nervous that it was starting to rain and we wanted some outdoor shots, but it was no problem! We have some pretty lush landscaping in our condo complex that we showed Joey and he lit up, seeing the possibilities and taking some of the best shots of the bunch. And being a father himself, he has a cool, easy-going way with kids that brings out their best. We are totally thrilled with the process and the results and will definitely use Joey again.

My husband and I run a marketing agency. We were looking for a Marin-based photographer who could…read morebring our vision to life and make us look our very best...and that's exactly what we got with Stephanie at Creative Portraiture! Stephanie was so great to work with. At our first shooting location, we hit a few snags - but she was quick on her feet and wasted no time in getting the shots we needed. She is also very attentive to detail and has an eye for capturing the best lighting and backgrounds. Stephanie never made us feel rushed - she took the time to get the shots we asked for. In the end, we got 10 amazing photos (including headshots and duo portraits) that have already made a huge difference for our agency's brand!

We had such a wonderful experience with Stephanie! She came to my home for a family photoshoot with…read moremy daughter and 9-month-old granddaughter, and also took some professional headshots for me. From the moment she arrived, Stephanie made everyone feel comfortable and relaxed -- even the baby! The images turned out stunningly beautiful. She has such an eye for light, composition, and genuine emotion. The hardest part was narrowing down which photos to purchase because I wanted them all! I can't recommend her highly enough.

Working with Alison and her team was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Not only were they…read moreincredibly professional, but they were also so warm, friendly, and easy to be around. They blended seamlessly into our wedding party and made everyone feel comfortable, allowing every moment to unfold naturally. From the very beginning, Alison took the time to get to know us, understand our vision, and learn what was most important to us. She truly listened, and then executed everything more perfectly than we could have imagined. When we finally sat down to look through our wedding gallery, we were completely blown away. Every photo is absolutely beautiful. One of the things we appreciated most was how Alison and Amy captured not only all of the big moments, but also the countless little in-between moments that we either weren't together for or didn't even realize were happening. Looking through the gallery allowed us to experience our wedding day from a whole new perspective and brought us right back to every emotion we felt. The photos tell the story of our day so naturally and beautifully, and we'll treasure them for the rest of our lives. We are beyond grateful for the care, talent, and attention to detail that Alison and Amy put into capturing our wedding. Choosing them as our photographers was one of the best decisions we made, and we couldn't recommend them more highly!

Alison was incredible to work with! She did both our engagement and wedding photos and each were so…read morewonderful. She made us feel comfortable and made sure to accomplish everything on our (long!) photo list. She hyped us up and helped us feel calm when needed. So thankful we had her and will use her for photos into the future!

Gina took my photos for a new business I was launching and they could not have turned out more…read morebeautifully. I immediately felt comfortable working with her and was so impressed by how thoughtful she was with positioning, lighting, etc.-- all of which shows her expertise when it comes to taking great headshots and was demonstrated in how the photos themselves turned out. I could not recommend her more and will absolutely be using her again in the future! Overall wonderful experience from start to finish.

Gina is incredible! We've used her for both of my daughter's bat mitzvahs and not only is she a…read moredream to work with day of, her photos are truly amazing! She's so talented at getting beautiful portraits and capturing the joy, energy and beauty of the event. I can't recommend her highly enough.

We cannot thank Helena and Laurent enough for the incredible job they did capturing our engagement…read moreand wedding. Helena was such a fun, calming presence throughout the entire process, and her documentary-style approach was exactly what we were looking for. We started out feeling a little nervous in front of the camera, but before long we almost forgot she was even there, which allowed us to be ourselves and truly enjoy the day. The photos are beyond stunning, and I honestly couldn't have asked for more. What I love most is how they captured not just the big moments, but also the reactions, laughter, emotions, and so many special moments with our family and friends. Looking through the gallery feels like reliving the day all over again. Beyond their incredible talent, Helena and Laurent were such a source of support and encouragement. They gave us thoughtful advice and pep talks that helped us stay grounded and present, and one piece of advice in particular really stayed with me: "Think of the day you want to have and be present. This is your day, not a photoshoot." That mindset made such a difference. Photography was one of the biggest parts of our wedding budget because preserving these memories was so important to us, and I can honestly say it was worth every penny. Thank you both for giving us photos we will cherish forever.

Wonderful photographers, incredibly professional and responsive, and made us feel so comfortable…read moreimmediately. We worked with Laurent for both the pre-event planning and for the day-of shoot (along with a wonderful second shooter that they contracted), and we couldn't be happier with the level of service and with the quality of the photographs. They really captured not just the most important moments, but the overall feel and atmosphere of each part of the event so beautifully. We can't stop looking at them!

Olimpia is an amazing photographer. My photoshoot with her was beyond words.. simply Wow. When I…read moresee the pictures I feel like it was a beautiful fairytales. She is a god blessed photographer. Thank you for giving me such a wonderful experience of my life.

Olimpia was referred to me though a friend as I was just getting into my research for a wedding…read morephotographer. I'm so glad that we were able to sync up for our wedding. Olimpia did amazing work and was very well received by our guests! I too really love her black and whites! She captured so many awesome candid moments. She was so lovely to work with, I couldn't imagine any one else bring such joy into capturing our day. I wouldn't hesitate to refer her to anyone looking for a professional photographer! I'm going to attach some of my favorites which by the number you can see like someone else had mentioned she is generous in her product and in her pricing. Thanks so Much!!

I recently purchased several photographs from Joseph Shell. I love his work, and enjoyed being…read moreable to view his photography through his website. I was sent the photos I ordered very promptly, and was very satisfied with the transaction. If your apartment is in need of some great artwork (as mine was) I highly suggest checking out his website!

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We had a fun experience with Megan. She was cheerful and very knowledgeable of how we should pose…read more My in laws had never taken professional photos and had no idea what to expect. However, Megan made them feel very comfortable. Hubby and I also loosened up and just enjoyed the experience. Thanks for fitting my family in

My husband and I had never taken professional photos together, and we usually like to make goofy…read morefaces in photos, so to say we were out of our comfort zone going into our shoots - was an understatement. However, Christina sees through your nerves and gives you all the pointers you need to make your photos look effortlessly gorgeous. She is so hilarious and a blast to work with. She knows how to loosen you up and make you feel comfortable, sexy, and glamorous. We were a COVID couple and throughout the entire planning process, Christina was helpful, patient and understanding. When it came to our wedding day, we were fighting COVID, smoke in the air and loss of time for shooting due to the bride being late - shocker! Thankfully Christina did not skip a beat, and went into hyper speed. She is assertive, and makes quick but smart decisions, which is exactly what you need when you're losing light and trying to wrangle 15+ tipsy people. When we got our photos back, they absolutely took our breath away and we couldn't wait to share them with all our family and friends. She has an incredible eye, years of talent, and it all shows in the beautiful images she produces. If you are thinking of hiring Christina, stop thinking - and do it. It will be the the best decision you'll make while wedding planning.

David does a pop-up at every year's Great Hauntway event in San Francisco and I've been by thrice…read moreat this point. His dedication to getting a great photo for every person and family in the long line of Halloween party goers is so admirable! David makes each individual feel welcome, and he seems to know exactly how to "unlock" people's potential then immediately capture it with his lens. I love all the photos he's taken of me, my family, and my friends. They are so vibrant and full of life. I feel so lucky that he spends the time (come rain or shine!) at the Hauntway. Thank you, David!

I felt so proud & happy when I saw our family photos. David's work exceeded my expectations. His…read moreimages truly captured us in a way that felt real and natural and full of warmth. I had been hesitant that the photos might come across as posed or forced, but instead they reflect authentic family moments. David has such an easy way with kids (and a dog), and he made ours feel completely at ease during the session. I really can't think of anything I'd change. The experience was patient, thoughtful, and more than I could have hoped for. I'd recommend David to anyone looking for genuine family photos.

I'm so happy I found Justin!!! We hired him to capture our intimate elopement ceremony and we were…read moreover the moon with him. He was responsive, easy/straightforward to work with, made us feel comfortable during the shoot and was very personable. I really appreciate his easy going personality and he made us feel comfortable during photos and gave us really good poses/pointers. I loved that he would show us little snippets during the shoot to show us how the photos were turning out as well. He was so kind, friendly, professional and all the great things you want in a photographer capturing your special moments. I believe he finalized edits and sends within 3-4 weeks and I can't wait to see. Bonus was that he sent over more than 10 sneak-peaks within 24 hours!!! This was so awesome and we were able to use right away to announce our marriage. All in all, so impressed with Justin. He's a gem and I'm looking forward to continue using him for our future shoots!!

Justin was our photographer for our engagement and wedding. He did a fantastic job for both…read moreevents. For the engagement, Justin met with my husband to scope out potential locations. My husband greatly appreciated Justin's recommendations for photo ideas. For our wedding, Justin and his second photographer were nothing short of amazing. Justin was able to use the venues spaces very creatively and effectively--I was very impressed with Justin's ability to stage us and our family and wedding party without having seen the venues before. The photos made me appreciate the venues in ways I had not thought of. Justin was able to turn around two photographers' and 10 hours worth of photos in 2 weeks. We were very impressed! Justin has a way of making people feel comfortable. That was true of my husband and me, as well as our wedding parties and families. The end result was amazing photos that we love, and our friends and family have told us look great. We are so happy we got to work with Justin and his team!