Barbara and Wayne are amazing. Not only did they travel to our mini-destination wedding in Carmel,…read morethey gave me some teaser photos to help me get past the post wedding blues. I was amazed to see such great photos and a personable blog from Barbara. They captured my memories in the most artistic and personal way. Every photo reminded me clearly of how it felt when I was in the moment in time. They did such a great job that I am referring them to all future newly weds. Thank you for a great shoot and I look forward to our second shoot. Can't wait to see the rest of the photos! xoxo Belle

I can't say enough good things about Barbara and her work. She has an amazing eye and does such an…read moreexceptional job capturing the moment; but, also making you feel at home. I'm so in love with my law school graduation photos!!! If you are looking for an amazing photographer, Barbara is your go-to!

We had the absolute best experience with our wedding photographer! From the very beginning, she…read morebrought such a warm, positive energy that instantly put us at ease. On a day that can feel a little overwhelming, she somehow managed to keep everything fun, relaxed, and running smoothly. Not only is she incredibly talented, but she also has an amazing eye for capturing those genuine, candid moments that make the day so special. She didn't just take photos--she told the story of our wedding in the most beautiful, authentic way. Looking through our pictures feels like reliving the entire day all over again. She was also so easy to work with--responsive, organized, and genuinely invested in making sure everything turned out exactly how we hoped. Our family and friends even commented on how great she was to be around! If you're looking for someone who is professional, creative, and brings the best energy to your big day, I truly cannot recommend her enough. We're so grateful we chose her!

From start to finish, Amanda has been incredible. My husband and I met with her over video chat…read moremany times prior to the wedding; by the time the big day arrived, it felt like we had known her for years. She truly takes the time to get to know her couples. When we received our full gallery, I was in joyful tears all over again. The photos are an absolute dream! She captured everything so beautifully, and we are beyond grateful. Amanda is talented, personable, and truly genuine. Not to mention, she has a great sense of humor and makes all those 'in-between' moments so much fun. Amanda is everything we could have asked for and more. Her presence truly made our day that much more special

We cannot recommend Constance enough! After our original photographer did a complete no call, no…read moreshow for our newborn son's photo shoot, we were stressed, disappointed, and worried we'd miss those precious early moments. She truly came to the rescue. Not only did she respond quickly, but she was able to fit us into her schedule within just a few days. From the moment she arrived, she was professional, calm, and incredibly patient with our newborn. She handled our son with such care and made the entire experience feel relaxed and enjoyable during what can be a very overwhelming time for new parents. The photos turned out absolutely stunning -- more beautiful than we could have imagined. She captured the sweetest little details and moments that we will treasure forever. Her talent, kindness, and willingness to step in last-minute meant so much to our family. If you're looking for someone reliable, compassionate, and exceptionally talented, look no further. We are beyond grateful for her and would book her again in a heartbeat!

Constance approached me in Rockridge when I was super pregnant at the end of October - she shared…read moreher business card, and I checked out her website. Really liking her style of photography, we scheduled a newborn photo session with Constance at the end of November with our two week old son. Constance was incredibly responsive and professional. Not only that, she is a baby photo whisperer - she had a bunch of helpful suggestions to help our time together go smoothly. She brought a whole bag of adorable outfits and props, and she was happy to let us choose some of our own outfits, too. For this session we decided to stay home and take photos around our house and yard, and they turned out beautifully. We are so pleased with these special keepsakes! Constance also made it easy to review the raw photo collection after the shoot, choose the ones we wanted, and deliver the final files all online. She also offers large size prints! In the future I'd love to do an on-location shoot with our son in the redwoods of Oakland. I already have ideas :) Thank you, Constance!

I had such an amazing experience working with Lily for my professional headshots! I found her on…read moreYelp and was immediately impressed by the quality of her photography and how professional her work looked. From our very first phone call, I knew I was in great hands. Lily was incredibly kind and accommodating, making time for me in her busy schedule right before leaving for a three-week trip to Asia. She made the entire process so easy and seamless from beginning to end. She also connected me with an incredible hair and makeup artist, Teresa, who did an absolutely beautiful job preparing me for my shoot. Teresa was so sweet, talented, and professional. Together, Lily and Teresa made such a wonderful team! What really stood out to me about Lily was her patience, calming energy, attention to detail, and genuine care for her clients. She even helped steam my clothes and offered wonderful professional advice throughout the session. I never once felt rushed, and she made sure I felt comfortable, confident, and taken care of. As someone starting my career in mortgage lending, having beautiful, professional headshots was very important to me. Lily truly understood that and helped me feel confident that I was making a great investment in my professional image. Beyond her incredible talent, Lily is simply a pleasure to be around. She has such positive, calming energy, a great eye for detail, and a wonderful way of making the entire experience enjoyable. I'm so grateful I had the opportunity to work with both Lily and Teresa. If you're looking for a talented, experienced photographer who genuinely cares about her clients and delivers a first-class experience, I highly recommend Lily! Thank you, Lily and Teresa, for making this such a memorable and wonderful experience!

So glad I found Lily Dong Photography! My daughter graduated from UCSD, but we didn't get a formal…read moresolo photo in her cap and gown. When she visited me last weekends, I contacted Lily Dong, on very short notice, and thankfully she was able to accommodate us on the weekend. She took many beautiful shots for us to choose from. We got exactly the graduation portrait I wanted. Thank you for capturing this special memory. I highly recommended

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

Michelle is amazing. She is very resposive when I first contact her to enquire for a new…read moreborn/family photo shooting. My son was almost 6 weeks old when I schedule a new born session with Michelle which many photographers are willing to do mewborn till 4 weeks old. But Michelle is very flexible and respectful, she gave us many suggestion to make the 6 week newborn session work out prefectly. On the day of photo shooting, she was on time. She provided many newborn cloth/hats for the newborn session. Her rate is so reasonable and affordable. I cant recommend her more. My son got fussy at the middle of the session at my house. Michelle calmed my son so quickly and even taught me a few tricks to calm my baby. She is AMAZING!!! We got all copies of our photo which are very beautiful. I felt so lucky to find Michelle so our family photographer and will definatly do annual family photo shoot with her.

Michelle is great! I hired her for my daughter's one year birthday party. She is talented and more…read moreimportantly she knows how to deal with kids. My daughter doesn't smile or laugh much, I'm surprised to see Michelle let her laugh and caught all these great moments. I will definitely hire her again for our next family shooting. PS: Michelle made all the pinks boxes and brought them to my place.

My partner and I worked with Ken Lew for our 20th anniversary photoshoot a few months ago. Ken has…read morethe ability to tune into who his clients are, provide a lot of ease to be themselves, and capture the true beauty in each person. Ken magically captured the essence of our love - silly, playful, supportive, and loving. Definitely book your next photoshoot with Ken.

I met Ken in Chicago while I was visiting friends. He offered us impromptu headshots and we…read moreimmediately hit it off! This was my first time having professional headshots taken. Ken offered lots of direction and had his kit ready to make adjustments for lighting in the moment. Ken took the time to offer a few location options to change up the background on-site. He also had a really fast turn around for delivery. If you need a photographer, I highly recommend you utilize Ken! He has awesome energy and offers great quality work.

I am so thankful I found Michelle at The Floral Shovel. My family and I were fortunate to book a…read morefamily portrait session with her and, without a doubt, we will be getting more pictures done in the future. She was a pleasure to work with, from the creative brainstorming we did to go over the style we were looking for, to the session itself, Michelle's upbeat and warm personality put me and my family at ease and made the whole process FUN! She also came, not only with the needed props to photograph my unpredictable 6 month old, but with a beautiful handmade flower crown for her to wear which took the photo session, and the final photos themselves, to a level of professionalism I didn't anticipate. I am one proud and thankful Momma, for sure!

From the owner: The Floral Shovel provides family photography as well as floral styling for weddings and events.read more

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!