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.

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!

Alina was absolutely splendid!! As a bride, I felt incredibly calm and taken care of. Her voice was…read moresoothing, she gave direction without push, and she captured everything I wanted and even the things I never thought of. She gave all direction of movement, yet the pictures came out so authentically us. I have no idea how she did it. It was her first time shooting at our venue, and we didn't have a wedding coordinator. So she had to both mark out all the couple-only shots and manage time for our friend and family pics within 90min (the reservation cap for our venue). She did this all while making us happy and comfortable. Book her immediately, you'll be glad you did! Attaching some of the pics I currently have just a day out from the wedding, but more pics to come!

If you're reading this, just book Alina! She is truly incredible and a master at her craft. We…read morebooked her on a whim after stumbling across her profile online, and I'm so glad we did -- because our photos were more impressive than I could have ever imagined! We worked with Alina by sharing our preferred photo spots and some inspo photos to communicate a "vibe" we liked. Alina offered some great new ideas, too. On the wedding day, Alina managed to capture the magic of all the details -- candid shots of our friends and family, snapshots of the venue and florals, and more. We had such a blast looking at the album; it was like reliving the day! The true joy, however, was sharing our photos with our family. They shared that the pictures were show-stopping and have repeatedly asked for prints for themselves! (Lots of, "and your photographer was just incredible, truly.") They cannot believe how spectacular our photos turned out, and we have to agree. Our jaws were on the floor looking through the album! Shooting with Alina was comfortable, too. She is such a sweet soul and I only hope I have a chance to work with her again in the future! Thanks, Alina, for capturing our special day -- so glad we can return to these pictures to remember it!

We had the pleasure of working with Eric for our wedding photos at SF City Hall, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with the entire experience. From the very beginning, Eric was incredibly responsive and helpful. Even before our shoot, he shared great tips and answered all our questions, which made us feel confident and excited going into the day. On the day of our wedding, Eric showed up early and was extremely professional. His talent and vision were clear right away. My husband and I aren't the most experienced when it comes to posing, but Eric guided us through everything so naturally. One of the best parts? The turnaround time. He sent us a sneak peek of the photos just a few hours after the shoot -- and they already looked amazing! By the next day, he sent over all the unedited photos so we could choose our favorites. The final edits came back in just a week, and you could tell he put a lot of time and effort into each image. If you're looking for a talented, professional, and genuinely kind photographer, I highly recommend Eric. He captured our special day beautifully and made the whole process easy and enjoyable!

Had a wonderful time with my bestie & Eric the photographer & his videographer Gio. Love the…read moreexperience & would do it again. They both were amazing, helpful w poses, easy going, didn't feel rushed.... Palace of fine art was beautiful

My wife and I got married this past December, and we couldn't be happier with our wedding…read morephotographer, Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera. I actually found Jennifer after searching online for photographers in San Francisco and her work immediately stood out. Her style felt fresh and unconventional -- more documentary and journalistic than traditional -- and I especially loved her use of black and white photography, which was a big reason we chose her. The day started at our hotel, where she jumped between our separate rooms to capture my wife and me getting ready. Before she had even gotten to our rooms, she had already scouted the perfect location for our first look. The moment was absolutely incredible, and she handled everything; we didn't have to do a thing but follow her lead. That professional confidence continued at City Hall. She has a masterful familiarity with the building. She took full control of the shoot, guiding us as she told us exactly where to stand, how to pose, and where to move next so we could just relax and enjoy the moment. As a photographer myself, I really appreciated her confidence and professionalism. All we had to do was follow instructions and be present. She knows San Francisco City Hall inside and out -- the lighting, the angles, the timing, and the key locations that truly matter -- every shot felt deliberate and it showed. The technical skill here is top-notch-- the compositions were beautiful, the balance of each frame was spot-on, and her gorgeous color grading. We received around 300 images, and the quality is so consistent that I plan to print every last one of them in large format to ensure we have a permanent physical archive. When we received the final package, we were so touched -- she sent our photos on a beautiful USB drive along with printed images, some sweets, and other thoughtful details. It was the perfect finishing touch to a genuinely wonderful experience. If you're getting married at City Hall -- or anywhere in San Francisco -- Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera is exceptional. Thank you Jennifer! Laura and Junior.

We couldn't be happier with the photos from our wedding day and A Girl and A Camera Photography!…read moreFrom start to finish, Jennifer and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were professional, attentive, and so easy to have around on such an important day. What we absolutely loved was Jennifer's eye for the little moments. Beyond the portraits and formal shots, she captured the quiet glances, the spontaneous laughter, and all the small details that made our wedding day feel like ours. We can't recommend Jennifer highly enough!

Kaitlyn was amazing to work with. I booked one of her Bay Area fall mini sessions for our family…read morephotos and the booking process was super easy. Our location was beautiful and Kaitlyn truly captured our family and our personalities perfectly. My toddler boys, age 4 and 1.5, loved her. But the best compliment came from my husband who said it was the most fun he'd had at a family photo session before (and we take photos yearly/multiple times a year). He said it was so laid back, stress free and fun. Thank you, Kaitlyn, for providing a fun experience and beautiful photos we will cherish forever!

My twin daughters just had a senior photo session with Kaitlyn. She was so professional and made my…read moregirls feel super comfortable. She really is amazing at what she does and from what I can tell from the few sneak peeks that I have seen from the session, she gets beautiful lighting and amazing shots. I'm so excited to see the final results!

We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our microwedding! He brought such great energy…read moreto the day and went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt comfortable and had fun. He put in so much effort to get our family laughing and captured so many genuine, candid moments. He kept the energy up for over three hours, even when we were all starting to get a little tired, and somehow continued finding creative ways to get great shots. One of our favorite surprises was that he took us to Lombard Street afterward and captured some incredible bonus photos that we weren't even expecting. They ended up being some of our favorite pictures from the day! We're so grateful for how much care, enthusiasm, and creativity he brought to our wedding. The photos are beautiful, but what really stood out was how much effort he put into making the experience itself fun and memorable. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer who truly goes the extra mile.

Such an amazing experience. Beginning to end Alex was responsive and attentive to our wishes and…read morehopes for the photos. From our pre-wedding photo prints, to the day of performance, he's always trying to make sure we are happy with the photos we're getting. He posed us, helped us keep our clothes as nice as they could be considering the venue we chose, and made sure we were having fun taking photos we will remember for the rest of our lives.

Rhett did an amazing job capturing moments and memories of our boys baseball team. I would highly…read morerecommend.

My preschool hired Rhett for Picture Day, and I am amazed by the superb service he provided…read more 1. He was responsive to my emails and texts. 2. I sent him photos of students who would be absent on Picture Day, so he can include them in the class composite photos. Not only did he edit the background so it matched the portraits he took, but he also edited the graduation tassel to the correct side! 3. He worked efficiently with his dual backdrop setup. 4. He had a stuffed monkey wrapped around his camera, so students knew to look at the monkey. Rhett gave students a high-five when they finished their portraits! Rhett was so friendly and accommodating. I'd love to work with him again, and I highly recommend him!

Jenny did our maternity photos back in November 2021 and newborn session in January 2022. Jenny is…read morevery friendly and professional. She cares about what you want and provided a long list of locations for us to choose. We chose Elizabeth Gamble Garden in Palo Alto, because I like the garden theme. I was not disappointed, there were still flowers blooming there in November. Even though there were a lot of people also doing photoshoot that day, Jenny was somehow able to avoid the crowd and didn't waste any time. She took tons of pictures within the 45 mins or so session. I like how she told us how to pose because otherwise we wouldn't know what to do and look awkward. She was quick in editing the photos and we were very pleased to see them so soon and I was able to print them right before my baby shower to show them to family and friends. For the newborn session, Jenny was on time, very gentle and patient with the baby while handling and changing her. My baby was awake most of the session but she didn't make a fuss at all. Because it was January, Jenny made sure to keep the baby warm and even bought her own portable heater. If you are looking for a great photographer that is both talented and easy to work with, Jenny is your choice!

My husband and I are both exceedingly pleased with our maternity photos! The location we chose…read morehappened to be EXCEPTIONALLY windy the day of our shoot... I was quite nervous it might ruin our photos due to my hair blowing around everywhere. However, Jenny guided us into poses and areas in the location that saved the day and provided us with the most gorgeous maternity photos I think I've ever seen. Couldn't be more grateful for Jenny beautifully capturing such a special moment in our lives!