I love how personable Esther was! She made me feel at ease and encouraged me to feel good about…read morebeing in front of the camera. I absolutely HATE taking pictures, but needed some headshots for my line of work. Esther made the experience not just bearable, but actually really fun. I love my shots and absolutely recommend her to anyone, especially those of us that are camera challenged, lol!

Esther truly made our wedding day more special than we could have ever imagined. We wanted someone…read moreto be by our side to capture our special day. We did not do a traditional wedding, rather a simple yet personal service at the Kane County Courthouse in downtown Geneva with the judge, followed by an outdoor photo session at the Fabyan Forest Preserve along the Fox river. Esther put us at ease immediately and helped us relax while capturing the special moments. Her attention to detail, creativity, use of light and landscaping really shone in her photographs. She was able to customize and tailor a session for our needs and budget. Additionally, working with Esther is a breeze. She is open to suggestions and ideas, she communicates effectively and promptly and delivers on what she promises. From the initial inquiry, terms of the agreement and execution of the contract to checking-in and confirming prior to the day of, Esther is professional, responsive and attentive. We would not hesitate to work with Esther in the future. Esther is an artistic and gifted photographer whose work product does not disappoint. Her passion for the art and creativity in her photographs speak volumes. Thank you so much Esther for making our day truly unique and special while memorializing it a most beautiful and special way. Jen and Max

"I cannot recommend Beth enough! From the moment we arrived at Creations by Beth Photography, she…read moremade our family feel completely at ease. Her attention to detail, creative direction, and gentle guidance allowed our child to truly shine. Every image feels timeless, soulful, and full of personality -- not just a photo, but a piece of art we will treasure forever. The styling, hair & makeup, and wardrobe choices made the session feel effortless and luxurious. Beth's passion and expertise are evident in every single image. We left with not only beautiful portraits but a memorable experience that we'll cherish for years. Truly a five-star experience from start to finish!"

easy going and professional. Great work product. Comfort environment and setting. positiveread more

Sara was super professional but also very easy to talk to especially since this is waaaaayyyy out…read moreof my comfort zone. She just kept everything light and fun and made it an unforgettable experience. Also one thing I really enjoyed was being able to look at the photos directly after with her and see what you like and don't.

Sara is nothing short of fabulous and an absolute master of her craft! I had no idea what to expect…read morewhen I went for my boudoir session. My session was coordinated with Natalie, a local hair and makeup artist who sparked engaging conversations that helped me get over some of my nerves. She absolutely slayed my hair and makeup, and encouraged me to go out after the shoot, not just relax at home. (I went out and had a fantastic time, feeling even more confident!) The shoot was exceptional. Sara helped me choose outfits, demonstrated poses, and provided feedback throughout the session. She encouraged laughter and ensured that the spotlight remained on me. I left feeling empowered and beautiful. The most challenging part of this experience was narrowing down the photos to keep, as they were all incredibly well done! To anyone considering a shoot, there's absolutely nothing holding you back. My reservations and fears were put to rest as soon as I met Sara. Just go for the session. Your only regret will be wishing you had done it sooner

A perfect experience from head to toe! Janet made me feel so comfortable and bad ass! I love how my…read morepictures turned out! I'm gorgeous! Thank you for a great first time. I will definitely be back!

If you want boudoir pics for your Wedding/husband to be, this is the place to go…read more When searching for the place to get my Boudoir pics done for my soon to be husband, I looked at a ton of places in Chicago, and Indiana. After speaking with all of them, I felt most comfortable over the phone with Janet, and her prices were more reasonable for the product I wanted. The day of my shoot I got my hair and make up done. I'm the type of girl that doesn't ever do either, so this was so glamourous to me! Suzy did a fantastic job transforming me. Before the shoot, Janet sat with me and explained how everything would work, helped me pick out the perfect outfits, and also showed me the different photo albums with no pressure to buy anything. Janet made the photo shoot fun, playful, sexy...I felt like I was a movie star! She knew exactly what to say to keep me confident, how to pose me, and what outfits to put with each different setting. The most important thing was I was on a time constraint and needed my album within 2 weeks, and she totally made it happen. It is flawless, perfect.... I give me absolute highest recommendation to Janet; I'll def be coming back!! Thanks and I CANNOT wait to give this to my fiance our wedding night :)

I was very surprised at my son's wedding reception; there was not one picture of my husband and me…read morewith our son. It could have been a wonderful family picture to frame and pass down to future generations. He only has one sibling and there wasn't a picture of her, either. Is this how things are done now? I found it to be rather odd. Maybe they lacked direction as to who to photograph. Perhaps they were told to take a limited number of photos because of the cost. I assume the bride's family paid for the photos. I know I'd never hire them.

We cannot say enough good things about Shane and Apple Tree Studios. Shane was the nicest, most…read morerespectful, and most caring photographer imaginable. If we were to start the process over again today, Shane would be the first call we made to make sure he was available. Shane, and his team, went above and beyond on our wedding day to help make sure we had the perfect day. Both the photos and video are of impeccable quality and we will be able to cherish these captured memories for many years to come.

She is very patient and creative. When it involved my own pets, she was nothing but the best! She…read moretook fabulous photos, and is absolutely worth going to! She is very creative and worth the hiring for any type of photos! You will not regret your experience with her! We plan to hire her for future family photos!

This photographer was more than willing to accommodate our requests and was very well priced…read more highly recommend working with her for your picture needs.

"An incredibly talented photographer! She made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. I felt…read morecompletely comfortable during the shoot, and the photos turned out so natural, beautiful, and full of life. I was especially impressed by how well she works with kids -- even our super active little ones! She knew exactly how to connect with them and capture the sweetest moments. I'm truly grateful and highly recommend her with all my heart!"