I was looking for a photographer in the Brentwood area as a graduation gift for my niece. She was…read moregraduating high school, and I wanted to make this moment extra special for her. I came across Kree's Yelp page because of how close she was, but what really stood out was her website--the caliber and vibrancy of her photos were incredible. I knew right away she'd be a perfect fit for capturing my niece, both in her cap and gown and in her super colorful prom dress (which I was confident Kree could do justice!). From the moment I reached out, Kree was super responsive and easy to communicate with. The contract was simple and straightforward, pricing was fair and the breakdown of her packages were awesome. and she helped us agree on a time and location that worked perfectly, not far from our house either, which was a huge plus. On the day of the shoot, Kree arrived right on time and immediately made my niece feel comfortable. Since it was my niece's first time being professionally photographed, I appreciated how Kree guided her with poses and gave her direction to bring out her best angles. She was friendly, patient, and made the whole experience fun. We received the edited photos about two weeks later, and they were amazing, better than I could have imagined. Kree truly captured my niece's personality and the significance of the moment. Highlights for me: super responsive communication, an easy-to-understand contract, a convenient location, her friendly demeanor, and of course, the beautiful final photos. Thanks so much Kree!!!

My family and I love Kree photography. I did my graduation photoshoot with Kree and it was the…read moresmoothest experience of my life! She's so sweet and knows exactly what to do and how to tell you how to do it. If I need more photos for anything I would come to her!

My family and I just finished up a family/sibling/newborn session with Lori, and without even…read morehaving seen the photos yet, the experience alone was amazing! Lori has such a fun, friendly, and upbeat personality, which greeted us upon entrance to her adorable studio. She even had our newborn baby's name written on the sign outside to welcome us, which I regrettably forgot to take a picture of. :( We knew to plan for about a three hour session, as all of the information we needed to prepare was sent by Lori via email as well as conveniently available on her website. Lori was so patient and really took her time in order to get the best shots- immediately recommending that the baby be fed so she would be sleepy for photos. Watching Lori at work was inspiring- so meticulous in her posing of the family and baby, making sure that every last hair was in place and every little detail was captured. She was also great about ensuring adequate time for diaper changes and nursing, understanding that these elements are critical in the ability to capture a beautiful photograph. I'm beyond excited to see the final resulting images, and overall extremely happy with our decision to work with Lori in capturing such a precious time in our lives- the welcoming of our newborn daughter. It's no wonder that she was voted Pleasanton's Best Photographer for two years in a row! She is deserving of both awards and so much more! Thank you, Lori!

This review has been a long time coming. Lori is phenomenal! She captured my wedding in June of…read morethis year and I was so grateful to have found her through my venue's list of preferred vendors. She was shocked that I hired her having only looked at her portfolio, but I knew from the photos she had of another wedding at my venue that she would do a great job. And after our initial conversation I knew she would be perfect! She's a professional through and through. I appreciate her working with my husband who is camera shy and managing to document beautiful moments with our chaotic (but sweet) families. I know we made her nervous because we were pretty laid back and I am so appreciative she kindly made us take certain photos even though we said they were not important. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

I booked a surprise Mother's Day photoshoot with Sugarbaby Photography for my wife with our…read morenewborn. It just happened to be on her actual birthday as well! Jaimie was also kind enough to recommend a hair & make up place near their studio. That way my wife was able to just relax and enjoy her day. Jaimie and Stanley took care of us right away, and our little guy was easygoing around them. All of the pictures came out really good and my wife loves them! We'll definitely be booking more sessions with Sugarbaby in the future. Thanks again!

Stanley did our baby's first birthday photography. I'm very pleased with the photos and the…read morememories he captured he was punctual, professional, creative, and exactly knew how to get the baby to pay attention and smile! His photos will always keep the sweet memories of that day alive! Highly recommended!

amazing work for my civil ceremony! Christina is so warm and welcoming & makes the whole booking…read moreprocess easy & secure. Communication was amazing and I felt confident the whole time from booking to wedding day. day of our photographer was so amazing and stuck it through the hot city hall, made us feel so comfortable and confident in all our poses. turn over time for our pictures was quick and efficient, our photos were PERFECT and matched exactly the inspo we had discussed. Nightingale will always have my business

Truly the best of the best! Not only did the photos come out absolutely stunning and perfect (and…read moreI'm a tough critic) but during the photo shoot, Christina was SO lovely. We had our two little daughters and she made them feel so comfy and they were laughing a ton. It was quick and painless and could not recommended enough.

This was our second year doing a family photo shoot with Amy. Her photos are pure magic. She is…read moresomehow able to get amazing shots of two insane toddlers with no attention span whatsoever who can't seem to sit still at all during a shoot. She is able to put them at ease and draw out lots of laughs, and is so easygoing and kind. She makes the shoot experience much less stressful. It's clear that she really knows the sites she picks very well. Both times, she knew exactly when and where to stand for the best light and shadows and the most beautiful settings. She is so good at capturing truly magical shots where the light is hitting everybody's faces just perfectly-- they look like they belong in editorials in magazines. She does a really lovely mix of both posed and more candid shots. And, if it matters to you, she doesn't use AI to edit her photos. This is all her own skill. Last year, when we sent out our holiday cards using Amy's photos of our family, so many friends and family were floored by how lovely the photography was. Her work really is a cut above. I cannot recommend her enough!

We did a maternity sunset photoshoot with Amy and her work is top-tier! She sent links for styling,…read morecolor palettes and location guidance weeks before our shoot which was incredibly helpful. On the evening of our session, she made us all feel comfortable like we were hanging out with a friend. She was amazing with our 4 year old son and Shiba Inu. My son was so comfortable that he started doing his own poses and giving suggestions on how we should pose next. Amy also has an eye for all the small details that matter - where to place hands, positioning each individual, making sure clothing and hair is right, etc. I was so impressed! The turnaround time for the pics was fast and we are so happy with how they turned out. Amy is an EXPERT in capturing natural lighting. The lighting in our photos is stunning!! We would highly recommend Amy and will turn to her for our future photo sessions!

Such a wonderful experience working with her for our baby boy's newborn and 100-day sessions. She…read moreis incredibly talented, yet so humble, warm, patient, and genuinely caring. Every time we enter her studio, she is always so open to welcoming our ideas and has this beautiful ability to give life to exactly what we have envisioned with her creative touch as a surprise. She never rushes the session and makes our little one and our entire family feel completely comfortable and welcomed . Even with our additional editing requests, she has always been so kind and accommodating. Truly a lovely person and a gifted photographer--we'll cherish these memories for a lifetime.

Sandy is creative, professional, and truly knows how to make each session special. We have had the…read morepleasure of working with her for both maternity and newborn photoshoots, and every experience has been wonderful. She is so gentle and careful when posing newborns, which made us feel completely comfortable and confident. We look forward to work with her again.

Radhika is probably the best wedding/event photographer in the Bay Area we have come across. Her…read moreartistic sense of capturing delicate and memorable moments is excellent and she has a keen sense of composition which makes the pictures come to life. Radhika started working with us 4 months before our wedding day and took everything that we wanted from our wedding photos into consideration. She was thorough with the location and time of the day of every event and planned in advance for which poses and captures would work. Her punctuality, dedication and flexibility to take the perfect picture is commendable and she wouldn't hesitate to roll on the grass or climb a tree/roof to capture your precious moment. We shot with Radhika for three days straight and she made us comfortable in front of the camera from the first moment to the last. She not only made us comfortable but also our guests comfortable which resulted in beautiful candid moments throughout the events. Radhika delivered the final images and slideshows very quickly as well with keen editing to enhance the images beautifully. It was our immense pleasure to have our wedding shot by Radhika and would recommend her to everyone who want their special memories captured with love and care.

We came across Radhika's page randomly and instantly loved her work. After our first conversation,…read morewe clicked with her right away--she made us feel super comfortable and had so many fun, creative ideas for the shoot. She was involved in even the tiniest details, from choosing themes and coordinating outfits to helping me pick my nail color, which honestly made me feel like I could completely trust her. She even spent an entire day on calls with us while we were shopping and sent over links for things we might need. We told her we wanted a natural, candid shoot--nothing too posed or cliché--and she totally got it. She found some beautiful fall-themed spots and captured exactly the vibe we were going for. On the day of the shoot, she made sure we felt relaxed and comfortable the whole time. Radhika truly goes above and beyond, and her passion for what she does really shows. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!

Working with Toan was a dream. Not only did he bring a wonderful energy to our wedding day, but he…read morekept everyone on track with the timing of everything. Many many people in our wedding party noted how professional and polished he was. I truly can't imagine having any other photographer for our day. It brought me great relief knowing he was keeping us all on track for such a busy day. And of course, the photos came out beautifully. He truly knows how to pose people and hit all the best angles. I cannot recommend Toan enough!!

If you're looking for a wedding photographer in the Bay Area, we cannot recommend Toan Photography…read moreenough! We absolutely loved working with Toan and his team. From the very beginning, they were incredibly knowledgeable, talented, professional, and genuinely easy to work with. Planning a DIY wedding comes with plenty of stress, but Toan was hands down our easiest and favorite vendor throughout the entire process. Neither of us is naturally comfortable in front of a camera, but Toan has an incredible eye and knows exactly how to direct and pose you. He gave us simple, clear guidance that made us feel relaxed and confident, and somehow made even the least photogenic person look like a natural model. The entire experience felt fun instead of awkward. His photography speaks for itself. The photos are absolutely stunning and capture every moment so beautifully. His work is so strong that the images barely need any editing--they're timeless, natural, and simply breathtaking. Every photo feels like a work of art, and we know we'll treasure them for the rest of our lives. We also really appreciated how honest, flexible, and accommodating Toan was throughout the process. He frequently offered packages and special deals, which we were incredibly grateful for. Booking, scheduling, billing, and communication were always seamless, and we never ran into a single issue. On our wedding day, Toan and his team made us feel completely at ease during one of the biggest and most emotional days of our lives. They were calm, organized, and knew exactly how to keep everything running smoothly while capturing every special moment. His craftsmanship is worth every penny. After working with him, we completely understand why he's so highly rated throughout the Bay Area. If you're considering Toan Photography, don't hesitate--you'll be investing in an amazing experience and memories you'll cherish forever. Thank you, Toan and your team, for exceeding every expectation!

The best in the area! Katie has done maternity, newborn, 1 year, and family photos for us. She is…read morethe best by far! We love all of our pictures. She's very personable, friendly, easy to work with, and prompt with her responses. Katie will always be our go-to for all family photos! I can't recommend her enough!

Katie is too good. The studio is fantastic.. she made sure the kid and the mommy were…read morecomfortable... she gave us time to make sure we are all set. She took a great care of the kid... strongly strongly recommend her...

If you are looking for an AMAZING family photographer, look no further. I've worked with several…read moreprofessional photographers over the years (maternity, engagement, wedding), so I know quality when I see it. Xinlei is truly one of the best I've ever worked with. I've already recommended her to several friends--and will continue to do so. I reached out to Xinlei in a bit of a panic, hoping to capture newborn photos at home. Thankfully, she was available and offered a wonderful "Watch Me Grow" package that included sessions at newborn (added fee), 6 months, and 12 months. I really wanted newborn photos in our home so we could include our two dogs and remember this special chapter--bringing our baby home to our San Francisco house. Like any new mom, I was overwhelmed. The day of the shoot was pure chaos--baby had a blowout, peed on the bed, skipped her nap, and I wasn't fully ready when Xinlei arrived. But Xinlei was so calm, patient, and reassuring. She made us feel completely at ease, even when everything felt messy. I genuinely thought there was no way we got any good photos from that session. But when the gallery came back, I was blown away. The photos were stunning. They beautifully captured our new family--full of warmth and love. You'd never guess how hectic that day really was. The 6- and 12-month shoots were just as smooth. Xinlei was consistently kind, creative, and patient--and the photos were incredible every time. I've received so many compliments, and I can't wait to work with her again. If you're even thinking about booking her, do it. You won't regret it! Also her pricing is very reasonable!!

I would absolutely recommend Xinlei for professional family photos and am / will continue to be a…read morehappy returning customer! Her photography, service, and friendship are top quality. As a new mom, who delivered 5 weeks early, I was disappointed not to have had a chance for a maternity shoot and overwhelmed trying to research accommodating photographers whose work I loved. After 3 months with a preemie we were finally ready and Xinlei was recommended by a close friend. She was amazing!! We selected her "Watch Me Grow" package that included sessions at newborn (she allowed us to do this at 3 months), 6 months, and 12 months. I really wanted my daughter's photos in our home so we could include our puppy and the brand new home we had just moved into. On zero sleep, still struggling to "feel like myself", realizing I had only selected outfits for the baby, and forgetting to eat... Xinlei was exactly who we needed. She came with bringing baked goods from Paris Baguette for my husband and I (hangry husband would not make for a good shoot! Haha), loved on our attention-starved puppy, and was so patient when our daughter feel asleep / had to take a milk break in the middle of the shoot. We laughed the whole time, got to know each other, and all felt so at ease! She even included my mother who was visiting in a few photos - something so special to us. The gallery (for all our sessions) blew us away. The photos were beautiful, captured our growing little family... and she even included a few fun blooper pictures (a given with a newborn, 6m, or 1 yr old) for laughs! We also looked forward to our sessions. Xinlei is so thoughtful, patient, and deliver beautiful quality work. I would highly recommend!!