Anna was very professional and our wedding photos came out even more beautiful than I could have…read moreimagined! 10/10 recommend!

Anna is very personable and clearly, talented in photography based on most of her portfolio…read more She was also very responsive and generous with her time with us. Her prices are very reasonable compared to industry averages (though I find the industry averages too expensive for the average person and I do regret spending as much money as we did). If I'm being completely honest though...and at the risk of sounding picky/unreasonable/mean (?...I really am not intending to be), we were not as content as some of her other customers. There were several shots that were just repetitive/the same shot with slight change in movement. There were several shots where some of the people in the photos had their face/body protruding...a simple nudge/tip to the people to tilt their head down/to lean slightly forward would've helped) There were several shots where some people were not looking at the camera (again, a simple nudge tip to direct people to look at the camera would've helped). Maybe it's just that we are especially unphotogenic and needed more direction than even what Anna usually provides. I honestly hate 50% of the photos we were given back. Lastly, it seemed like we were a forgotten customer/second thought at times...there were things we had to ask for that were said to be included in Anna's services (I don't want to get into the details)...I do wonder if we hadn't asked, if they would've just been forgotten. (I feel like there's pressure to continue with the 5 star reviews given that that's all there's been, but I just can't).

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!

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!

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.

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.

Working with David and Annie for our proposal photos was a breeze. Even though I initially didn't…read morehave a super solid idea of where and when I wanted to do the proposal, David was very helpful in suggesting different locations for different times of the day while providing examples. His communication was clear and responsive, and he was very patient with me no matter how many emails it took! Staging the surprise was actually a lot simpler than I expected--they ask you for some basic information as to how you're planning to do it. On the day of, I was nervous if things were going to fall into place, but Annie, our photographer, shared her location with me and arrived early in just the spot I wanted. She was also wonderful to work with--her photography and editing skills are great and even though we never really posed for photos before, she made it easy for us. She even had the presence of mind to turn us away from family members who were coming from behind to surprise us. We received a few photos the night of the proposal to share with friends and then the rest of the photos after a quick turnaround. We were very happy with how they turned out and appreciative of Annie's great work!

It was a fantastic experience working with David for proposal photos. Given my list of requirements…read morefor our special occasion, David went above and beyond to find locations that work for us. On top of his diligence and thoroughness, David was extremely responsive, patient, and took initiative to find backup locations in case the weather conditions were not right. Overall, we are extremely happy with how the pictures of our special moment turned out. Thank you David for making our moment so special!

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

My photo session with Lily was great. I was not looking forward to having my picture taken, but…read moreneeded some head shots for publicity for various reasons. She put me at ease and I had some fun. But the proof is in the result, and I get many compliments on the photo I've used so far. Her work put me in the best light, in more ways than one. The price is what you'd expect to pay for a professional. I recommend her services without hesitation.

What we like most about Archana was she was very warm and humble to work with. Felt like home…read moreworking with her. She is talented in her craft and we love the results for our kid's cake smash photoshoot. All our requests were accommodated in the design and logistics. Overall, we are a satisfied customer and will recommend her for photoshoots.

working with Archana is always great. She always clicks the best memories that you will cherish for…read morelife.She is very focused and puts her heart in the whole process.

Chris's photo company is amazing! I can get anything customized with him! From T-Shirts to Coffee…read moreCups! The quality of the items and his photos are beyond perfect!

From the owner: I specialize in photographing people and parties. Children's party photography, newborn…read moreannouncements, first birthday party, family photography, engagement photography, etc... I also do landscape and real estate photography, new home sales pictures, before and after remodels, open house photo, etc...

I worked with Modern Love photography for Boudoir photos, Engagement Photos, Wedding Photos and…read moreVideography. Let me tell you, I am one happy camper. Denise is phenomenal and she surrounds herself with a team that is professional, considerate and competent. There were a fair amount of questions I had to answer about which photos we wanted and this made me feel at ease knowing that the team would make sure I got all the photos I wanted for my special day. I ordered a boudoir photo package in addition to the wedding photos and video. The boudoir photo shoot was an incredible experience and Denise made me feel incredibly at ease and sexy as hell. I got the proofs and was able to view them in the studio - this was a special day and it was helpful having another set of eyes and also someone there to help me not be so critical of myself!! The final result was a book of photos of me feeling sexy, confident and amazing. My husband sat, mouth open, carefully going through each page and I felt like the most beautiful girl in the world. On our wedding day there were absolutely ZERO ISSUES. When Denise arrived, I breathed a sigh of relief, she took care of everything. I was confident that the pictures were going to be exactly what I wanted and then some. Overall, my experience with Modern Love was beyond anything I could have ever dreamed of. They know how to take incredible photos and have done a lot of training to ensure that they are getting photos that you not only see as visually beautiful but photos that make you feel something, photos that make you experience and witness the beauty and magic of a moment. Thank you Denise and all of Modern Love for an incredible day!!

This is honestly a hard review for me to write. I did love Denise and her personality, and I loved…read moremy engagement shoot that I did with Katie. But my wedding shoot was extremely, so extremely disappointing. We opted not to have a videographer and told people not to take pictures during the ceremony, so I'm just left with sad pictures( or the lack of pictures I guess). For starters, the photographers were 45 minutes late. I heard there was a lot of traffic, and I wonder if this is the first thing that threw everything off. We initially signed a contract for Denise and Katie as the second shooter, but we found out that Katie was promoted as a main photographer, so there was a new guy. The second photographer was nice but pretty useless. You could tell which photos he shot, and they were pretty poor. He did the groomsmen getting ready, but all of the photos are just close ups. The guys did a pillow fight (tradition with his friends), and every single one of them is just a close up of a man holding a pillow. Also, one of the reasons we chose the venue was due to its interior, and I spent a lot of time looking at wedding photos done inside the building. I remember asking for photos in the hallway and taking a bunch, but I didn't see any. I was told they couldn't shoot properly in there because of the lighting. I'm not sure why all the other photographers from that venue were able to get pictures, but I couldn't. We ended up with a handful of portraits, many of them disappointing because either my hair is blowing all over my face or my husband couldn't keep a straight face. We spent a good portion of our decorating budget on flowers, but I don't have a single photo of my centerpieces. My florist asked to add them to my portfolio, but I didn't have any to offer her. The biggest, most disappointing issue is that there are zero pictures of the whole wedding party, and I don't have a single photo of the whole family. How did that escape people? I wasn't keeping track of each photo, and I really expected the photographers to do that. I don't have one with just my parents or with my sister, who was my maid of honor. These pictures were things I just took for granted. It definitely wasn't because we ran out of time because between the ceremony and reception, I was just sitting around in my room for about 45 minutes. Aside from Denise's personality,  I was extremely disappointed with the whole day.  I even tried to get a refund for the "trash the dress" session I had also purchased and was met with a refusal. They did refund us for the cost of a second photographer though. To this day, I get really sad seeing other great wedding photos and for years thinking about it could bring me to the verge of tears. That being said, obviously I survived and I did absolutely love my wedding. I still have beautiful memories of my wedding, and I'm happily married with a gorgeous kiddo. I just wish I had some photos too.