After researching online and loving her work, I reached out to Melissa to request a photo shoot for…read moremy work portfolio (e.g. emails, LinkedIn, pending website) as I was on a job hunt. I'm not big on professional photos as I don't feel comfortable in an artificial setting, however, she did a great job making me feel comfortable! Considering I can turn into a statue for such a shoot, I really appreciated her suggestions on poses and posture as it helped me feel a little more giddy and relaxed. I really loved her approach in selecting photos and having an inside/outside option. I used one of the photos from our job hunt during my applications and did snag a job. For getting one's foot in the door, I think a first impression is really important and a photograph can be a part of that. Thank you, Melissa! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a highly talented photographer for their portfolio, professional shoot, etc.

Melissa creates exquisite photography for her clients. Her energy, vision and thought goes into…read moreevery frame she shoots. I am grateful for the work she has done for me and my clients--it truly raises the bar. I highly recommend Melissa's work. Check out her site and her capabilities. Better yet, call her.

I've had two photo session for my business with Emily and Albert and they've been really great…read more They are very easy going and sweet and elicited my feedback while also making helpful suggestions. They are very professional and were super prompt in turn around time. I got some great pictures for my website. I definitely would have asked them to be my wedding photographers if we had gotten married in Oregon. I highly recommend them!

Long overdue review here - finally getting to review all the great people who helped make our…read morewedding wonderful! I was referred to Eshani with Isla and Magnolia through another photographer who was already booked on the day of our wedding. I appreciated someone in the industry giving me a heads up on another photographer since they'll know better who can handle the job. I LOVED working with Eshani. She was easy to talk to, always available, clear on pricing details, and organized. I met with her a few times in person before the big day and she took her time going over ideas and really listening to what I was aiming for, as well as contributing ideas from her experience. I really enjoyed spending time with her and felt very comfortable and confident that she would be a great person to have with me on a day that's so built up. We had a second shooter,Felicia Kieselhorst, who worked with her the day of and they blended well together. She was really nice and came up with some creative ideas while working with the groomsmen. They took a TON of photos from various angles throughout the ceremony and reception and surprised me with some unique photos they took using our jewelry and boutonnieres. I was surprised at how many images they took since I barely noticed them weaving through the day (aside from our planned photos). We had a glitch in timing before the ceremony when we were supposed to do our First Look photo - the groom was late! So guests started arriving and walking around the tree area where we were supposed to take our photo. Eshani calmly handled it and asked the guests to kindly move to a different area, however we ended up deciding last minute that it would be too impossible for people not to see us since the venue was all open rolling hills. Eshani found a beautiful secluded place on the property that ended up working perfectly and I was so grateful for her fast thinking! She was with us all day and I really felt like she was just another one of my friends that joined our group. She maintained professionalism but really made me feel comfortable and we basically just giggled all morning until the ceremony. The pictures turned out amazing and I'm so glad I chose her for the most important photo day of my life so far. I would definitely recommend her.

We had the pleasure of Eshani taking photos of our daughter when she was just 5 days old. We…read morequickly learned this takes the patience of a saint and Eshani definitely has that. Prior to the session, her communication was fantastic(responding to emails on vacation!) and was totally flexible when scheduling. The photos turned out amazing, she had them edited to us really quickly, and we'll treasure them for years to come. Icing on the cake, the quality for the price can't be beat! No doubt we will go to her first if we need a photographer in the future and I couldn't recommend Eshani/Isla and Magnolia enough!

I've hired Andrea at Apis Photography a few times now, and can absolutely recommend her. I…read moreinitially found her via Instagram - she takes great photos of some great small local businesses city-wide (seriously, her gallery is like a list of places to go). I love her aesthetic style. She does everything from product photography, to portraits, to events. Andrea is easy to work with, and takes thoughtful note of my shot list and goals for the photography session (eg, both candids and posed shots at an event, incorporating props for people to hold, different vendors or areas of the event). She is punctual, professional, and friendly. One time, she worked with me to take headshots for a group, and everyone said she gave specific feedback that made them feel comfortable in front of the camera and happy with the results. Turnaround time for photo editing is usually quick, and if something comes up she's communicative. Editing is well done. Provided photos are easy to access. Pricing is reasonable.

I have been looking for a photographer and a make up artist that can do make up and photography…read morethat is similar to Taiwanese wedding photos. I am really happy to find K&Y. Ken is the photographer, and the wife Yoyo is the make up artist. Both of them are really nice and has lots of patience. Ken give great instructions on posting. (Make me look skinner and show me how to hide my double chin) Usually he only need to take one to two shots for a scene. Super quick! And their price is very affordable too.

This was possibly one of my best photo shoot experiences. Ken really takes his time to understand…read morehis clients, their personalities, likes/dislikes, and style in order to customize the photos to best fit you. He was able to communicate efficiently between every pose and was friendly and patient so I never felt awkward or embarrassed. Trust me, I am a very awkward individual and Ken was able to capture photos of me that ranged from elegant, to high fashion, to fairy tale cuteness - a challenging feat! Whether you're a seasoned model or have never been in front of a camera, Ken can bring out the best sides of you. In the past, I've worked with photographers who instructed their clients to do very generic poses meant to go with certain backgrounds. This is not the case with Ken. The day of the shoot I brought a variety of outfits with me and as he helped me sift through them, he had a vision for every one. After a few shots, he quickly determined what props would go well with the photo or minor tweaks/improvisations to improve the overall shot. It was clear to me that Ken made every effort to ensure the pictures were tailored to me specifically. I loved every shot. :) Special shout out to Yoyo the make up artist for fixing/updating my hair and make up between outfit changes. Her hands are magic! :) Thank you, Ken and Yoyo, for a great experience!

I hired Jenna as a web-designer to re-work my portfolio site. She was incredibly great to work…read morewith. Communicated wonderfully, did amazing work, kept me as involved as I wanted to be in the process and exceeded all the deadlines we discussed. I can't recommend her highly enough. She's a rockstar! Just and absolute delight to work with!

Amanda is a total sweetheart, professional, and talented photographer. She put my husband and I at…read moreease on our wedding day, and our second shoot. She puts thought and care into her work and has a quick turn around with development. Her communication was excellent as well, and she took the time to get to know us in order to deliver what we wanted. She had me create a list of which photos I knew I needed of groups or solo shots, and made sure they all came to fruition. I highly recommend you use Amanda for your photography needs for all your special events.

Hiring Amanda was one of the best things we did for our wedding in San Francisco. She captured so…read moremany memories, cemented so much joy wand love that was felt on our day and we will now have so many things to look back on. Her process is so easy and she works with you as a couple to learn about you, explain her process, help you in the process of what to photograph, what the day will be like with her, what she needs, what she can help with or has the forsight to include to help make the day easier or better than you planned. Her cost is worth every single penny and she treated us like we were more than just clients - she treated us as people who are having a special day. The contract was easy to understand, worth the signage, and I would hire her again come the chance. Her personality is amazingly flexible, cheerful, professional, exudes creative energy and joy. She was a blast to work with and she never missed a beat. Between e-mails, texts, and talking over the phone or just in person, I couldn't have found a better photographer for our day. Our photographs are to die for - worth every penny and moment she spent with each of us, our bridal party and our friends and family who joined us. I enjoyed how much she was on top of capturing moments, looking for those small moments we as the couple would miss, and she never missed a beat during such a busy day. Her style of photography is amazing and she knows how to use light to the advantage of not only the couple. but what can make a photograph pop. Her process after the wedding is to keep you updated, stay in touch with updates and she is so detailed in making sure that you are aware of everything. She is a dream to work with. I am so happy we found you Amanda. We love what you gave us and we are so happy we contracted with you. If you are in the bay area, HIRE AMANDA to capture your moments in a serene, beautiful and captive way. You won't ever regret it!

My family loves Red Fred. The retail shop is super cute -- they have the most eclectic but fun mix…read moreof vinyl records, plants, gifts, and home decorations. My daughter loves to pick out cool stickers. There are also pop-ups for other makers, who come and go -- there is always something new to see. The owner, Jessica, also does video and photography services. I had her do a small photo session for some business friendly portraits. They turned out really well, and I'm very happy with it. Next time you are in Gresham, stop in and browse and chat a bit!

Love this business and the people running it!! Amazing owners, amazing local products, and amazing…read moreprices! I take all my friends here for plants and other fun local products!