Nicole was so fantastic to work with! We had a very unique situation so you can see the long version below. Here is the short version: - prompt in response time - flexible - professional - kind and encouraging - creative - thorough - good value So here's the long version. I have a dear friend and her and her husband only have maybe weeks left with one of their fur babies. I'm completely helpless in this situation but I thought maybe having a photo session would give them some great lasting memories. I explained the situation to Nicole and she was not only prompt in responding back but she opened up her availability for a sooner time slot in the interest of time. I had so many questions for her including covid-19 precautions and not only was she incredibly thorough in her answers, she also responded to me right away. She was incredibly flexible with payment methods since I live in California and couldn't give her cash or check right then and there. It was nice to see that she accepted Venmo or PayPal - thank you Nicole for being so 2020! Once the session wrapped up, I heard from my friend that Nicole was incredibly sweet and really brought out the best of her pupper's personality. All in all, I'm incredibly satisfied with the work she did. As a bonus, she even included 30 digital images to be cropped/retouched by her when normally that's not included in the package. It was really great to be given that option especially since once their fur baby crosses the rainbow bridge, they may not be ready immediately to have a photo. This way, they will have the files and when they're ready can have some prints made. Thank you so much Nicole for being so on top of it and sensitive to this situation. You are an incredibly compassionate person and for anyone who's teetering about whether or not to hire Nicole, you won't regret it! read more

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Nicole was 7 star! Absolutely professional and really knowledgable and passionate about what she does...a true artist. Her turnaround time exceeded expectations. Thank you ever so much for great shots read more

I absolutely LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! working with Nicole! Because I specialize in video, clients are always asking me about photography :) I love Nicole's enthusiasm, people skills and just being GREAT at her craft! She has become my go to photographer and I highly recommend her. Thank you Nicole for being such a fantastic lady! read more

We had Nicole do our holiday portraits with our 9-month old baby... it was such a fantastic experience. She had the cutest backdrops and settings, lots of indoor and outdoor spots to work with and she made the session so fun! The album came out so awesome and apart from our Christmas cards, we've used the pics for a number of other projects like personalized Thank You cards, business website, etc... I've worked with a number of photographers in the past through my business networks and Nicole is one of the best! read more

Nicole did a great job with my real estate headshot. I was looking for a photographer who offered an outdoor background, with quick turn time. Nicole was quick, efficient, and a pleasure to work with, all while delivering great shots I was looking for. Thank you Nicole! read more

I couldn't wait to get on YELP and write a review for Nicole Gee Photography! I see I'm her first review so I certainly hope that this helps get the word out there of what an incredible talent Nicole is. I've known Nicole for the last few years as we're both members of the volunteer organization Soroptimist International of San Ramon Valley. I knew she was a long-time photographer and the more I got to know her, the more I learned what a passion she had for it. It's not just a "business" to her, photography is her way of capturing people's hearts and the unique moments that pop up in life. When I got engaged last year, she was the only person I approached about photographing our wedding, and we were so lucky she said yes and was available! We spoke many times before the wedding because she really wanted to make sure she knew exactly what we wanted and what was important to us. She sincerely cares so much about making the experience fun and unforgettable but all the while, she's a consummate professional. She's a ball of energy and creative ideas, there's nothing "standard" with her! Anything goes, and we got some of the most artistic and memorable moments captured and we couldn't be happier. Some of our pictures are featured on her website. Nicole gets my highest recommendation! Thanks Nicole for everything! read more

My daughter was competing in the Ms. California contest and we needed someone who knew how to take a variety of photos. We contacted Nicole and she was very knowledgeable about what we needed. When she started the photo shoot, she was very funny and made us feel so comfortable right away. My daughter was so excited after the photo shoot and when Nicole came over to show us the pictures, we were blown away at the quality and pictures she took. Nicole picked the best lighting, the best back grounds for my daughter. We have told everyone we can about Nicole Gee Photography. If you want someone who is really a pro, please contact Nicole. read more

Nicole did a great job with headshots for my nutrition consulting business. We hald the photo shoot outside because I'm also an edible gardener. She really captured my smile in a setting that show's off me and what I do! She was very patient with me and all my questions and ideas about what I had in mind, and she nailed it! I loved my photos so much that I recently took my family to her studio to get some portraits done. She was great in putting us all at ease and capturing us as our playful selves! Thanks Nicole! read more

Nicole was amazing to work with! I am not usually the best when posing for photos (ok I'm the worst, all posed and stiff) but within 5 minutes she had me relaxed and even having fun! Even better than that was her amazing work, the photos were fantastic, I have received so many compliments on them. I can not recommend Nicole highly enough!! read more

Nicole did an AMAZING job with my boudoir and holiday shoot. She is very professional, and has a great eye for all types of photography, and is so fun to work with. I will definitely be using Nicole for all my future photography needs. read more

Had the most wonderful time working with Nicole! She is talented at her craft and has a gift for bringing wonderful energy to whatever project you may have. I can't thank her enough for seeing me on such short notice. My college graduation images left nothing to be desired and are something my family and I will cherish for many years to come. :-D read more

Wow! Nicole took AMAZING pictures of my son. She truly captured his personality. She is so easy to work with. Her creativity really shows in her work. We are so thrilled with his pictures. I look forward to having her photograph all of us! We loved all of the pictures....so hard to choose! The quality of her work is really great. The outdoor shots along with the nice backdrops in her studio made for truly keepsake pictures. read more

Do you know how you feel when you reconnect with an old friend? The one that knows just what to say to make you really and truly laugh? Spend just a few moments with Nicole and you'll feel like you've reunited with that friend. She has such a relaxed and friendly vibe that puts you immediately at ease. And when you feel comfortable, confident and happy you naturally take a better picture. When I sent my preliminary gallery to friends to get their feedback, I got words like "that was easy! When I looked at this image, it was like I was looking right at YOU!" Book a session with her right away! read more

Nicole was so wonderful! She made my fiancé and I feel very comfortable and the pictures turned out great!

Nicole Gee Photography has captured the art of photography with a personal touch. She makes the session all about you, and for those of you who 'hate having your picture taken' Nicole's approach will set you at ease and get you to light up like you were talking to a good friend! I have worked with her individually and also had sessions together with my Mom. The hardest decision will be which pictures you don't want. Let her gift be your gift to friends and family. read more

I needed an executive headshot...NOW...and Nicole squeezed me in her calendar on very short notice. We booked a late afternoon shoot the day after I called and she emailed proofs by that evening and the final shots the next morning. Less than 48 hour turnaround! She worked with me on the look I was going for and produced some very fine headshots indeed. Recommended. read more

Nicole captures the essence of what your heart is hoping to see in a GREAT photo! She is a creative professional who puts one at ease with her easy going spirit! Her ideas + creativity = a treasure worth framing, and enjoying for years to come! read more

Nicole did a fabulous job with my corporate headshots. She had interesting backdrops and posing ideas resulting in portraits that were beautiful and not "run-of-the-mill". Nicole is a joy to work with from beginning to end. She prepares you well prior to the session, makes you feel at ease during the session and performs any desired retouching requests you may have with a quick turnaround to final product. I would not hesitate to use her for a wide range of future photography needs. read more

What a wonderful experience! I have never enjoyed a photo session more. Normally when the kids and I are getting our pictures taken, I get a little stressed out, but Nicole put us all at ease. We took a little walk to a scenic location and took individual as well as different combinations of family members. Nicole was light-hearted and made the experience so pleasant and unstressful. After viewing the images, I could not be more pleased. She was able to cover up blemishes and extra tummy pudge. I can't wait to put them on the wall and enjoy them for years to come. Thanks Nicole, you are a true artist! read more

Nicole took tween pictures of my 12 year old (my daughter has been itching to have professional pics done) and to my surprise, I was taken by the beauty and detail she was able to capture. Nicole has a very relaxed way of working which made my daughter feel very comfortable. I didn't know what to expect when we went to review, but to my surprise, I was so extremely pleased with the outcome of the pictures taken! She is amazing and I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants quality work! Nicole is very pleasant to work with. We will definitely use her for any of our protrait work. Thank you Nicole!! read more

I needed some photos done on very short notice for a friend's birthday present. She called me back in about an hour and was able to see me very quickly. She did a wonderful job - captured the essence of who I am and took some really lovely shots. Definitely going to ask her to do some more of my family... read more

I had a wonderful experience working with Nicole. I was starting a new job and was asked to provide a headshot within a couple days. I called Nicole in a frantic and luckily she was able to get me in at her home studio the following day. She spent some time making sure the lighting was correct and I was able to choose from quite a few (30+) pics to determine the 3 that I wanted- which was hard because, for once in my life - I liked them ALL! Not only was she great at her job, Nicole is an amazing person as well. I felt like we were old friends right from the start! If I need any professional photos going forward- I know now where to go! Thanks so much Nicole for all your help in my tight timeframe! read more

Nicole took photos for a couple hours at my mom's 90th birthday celebration at our home. She helped relax Mom while taking photos of her with guests, and, at the same time, managed to get a variety of fun family, cousin and group shots. No one was left out ...and we were so surprised that she even took the time to be artistic and to include so many details from the evening. Her photos will be treasured by all who were there. read more

I needed professional headshots for my company in a hurry. Nicole did a fantastic job with a quick turnaround. She is very professional and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her. read more

Let me just say that Nicole Gee is a gift......... My daughter Jordyn graduated in 2010 from SRV. Nicole created her senior portraits and captured my daughters personality!!! My daughter is at the University of Delaware and I am so thankful to have her portraits to enjoy everyday. Nicole is fun and is an amazing artist. Her fees are fair and she is all about creating memories. Her work is non commercial and you will not get the run of mill photos with Nicole. You will get a gift to cherish for years. Thank you, Terri Lee read more

Nicole took my Senior Pictures back when I was in high school and I was recently able to go model for her in Berkeley. It's so much fun. Nicole takes amazing photos and knows the BEST places to go take them. She is relaxed and makes you feel so comfortable and the pictures turn out absolutely wonderful. I love Nicole! read more

Nicole Gee is a wonderful photographer and a pleasure to work with. My family used her for our daughter's senior pictures in 2009. Nicole has put her time in to know settings that will bring out a person's personality and which will make the session fun. She encouraged clothing changes and also clothing choices to enhance the setting and highlight the character of the individual. It wasn't just about a pretty picture, but also about showing who my daughter is. We had waited a bit close to graduation to have the session, and Nicole worked very hard with us to get them done in time to send out with announcements. Thank you Nicole! read more

In addition to her kind manner, Nicole Gee has an excellent perspective on how to make a family feel comfortable. We did a photo shoot with her outside, with our two dogs, and she managed to work well with the weather, the lighting, the pets, the setting and the people to take several beautiful pictures which we have received lots of compliments on--the pictures were so well-done that I was able to use them for many different purposes--as social media photos, as holiday card photos, as family calendar photos, and as large-size canvas prints for hanging on the wall! Nicole is truly multi-talented and fun to work with! read more

Nicole is the best of the best. She is fun and engaging while being creative and talented. She's taken photos of my kids and we all just love her. Her work is beautiful, insightful and often times breathtaking. I would recommend her to anyone but especially those who have an eye for the finest photography around. read more