We are SO grateful to Stanley for also photographing our wedding. His photos are so beautiful and timeless, and his turnaround time was less than a month! He managed to capture all the details and timeline of the day, and made sure to take certain shots that we had requested at our prior planning meeting with him. His skill is evident in the way he works with light - his natural light shots are stunning, and he was also able to effectively use lights in our darker reception area to help all the faces stand out from the dark background. We were impressed once again (as was our family) by his professionalism throughout the long day of shooting. We also appreciated his calm attitude and ability to work with the other vendors (including our separate videographer). If you're looking for a wedding photographer, Stanley is absolutely the one!! read more

We booked Stanley very last minute for our engagement shoot at Terranea Resort, and we are so glad we did. From the moment we met him, he was calm, smiling, and easygoing which really helped us relax. He even brought music to set the mood, which instantly made the experience feel fun and natural. Stanley was not only professional but also considerate, making us feel completely comfortable the entire time. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful, and we're so happy with how everything came together. We truly can't recommend him enough! read more

Website is very detailed and informative. Working with Stanley was very easy and his friendly approach made the shoot go very smoothly. His professionalism showed in the great headshots he produced for me. I was very satisfied with the results. read more

My husband and I were lucky enough to grab a 1 hour couple's photo session with Stanley and we couldn't be happier with the whole experience. Stanley was extremely punctual, professional, and made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process. From the day of booking to the day of the shoot, Stanley answered all our questions patiently and gave great suggestions and tips to ensure the whole process went smoothly. We were a bit nervous as it was our first time taking professional photos and we were unsure how to pose correctly, but Stanley guided us through the entire shoot-- adjusting our positions and even fixing my hair lol. Our photos turned out beautifully, we looked so natural in every photo. We will cherish these photos forever. You can tell that Stanley has great artistic vision and is truly an expert in his craft. I HIGHLY recommend him. read more

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This review is long overdue! We first worked with Stanley 10 years ago for our college graduation photoshoot. 10 years later, we needed a trustworthy, experienced, talented, and personable photographer for our engagement photoshoot, and Stanley was the obvious choice. As expected, he went above and beyond on the day of our photoshoot. He gave us fantastic directions and was extremely easy to work with. Thank you for making the photoshoot extra memorable for us, Stanley! read more

Stanley helped my friends and I shoot for our MBA grad at Pepperdine and we could not be happier with how our photos turned out! From start to finish, Stanley was super communicative and attentive and he really took the time to get to know us/what we were looking for as clients. During the shoot, Stanley was so helpful in posing us, noticing all the little details, and making sure that we felt comfortable behind the camera. We ordered expedited editing and he got our photos to us in literally just 2 business days, which is a turn around time I can't even fathom! Could not recommend Stanley enough, you won't be disappointed. read more

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I chose Stanley Wu as photographer for our son's graduation from CSULB. We are so glad we did. Stanley is a very talented photographer! He put our son at ease and made the photo shoot a fun experience for him. We would highly recommend Stanley!! read more

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Stanley is an amazing photographer and we are so grateful that he was able to make our vision come true. We received his services as an engagement gift. Stanley truly has an artistic eye. The whole time we felt extremely comfortable and natural with our photos. Thank you for working together with us and helping our vision for Catalina Island come together. Our photos turned out amazing! read more

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Stanley Wu is an exceptional photographer and he was an absolute pleasure to work with. We recently worked together for my MSW grad shoot and I was blown away to say the least. Stanley's attention to detail, oustanding photography skills, and super friendly demeanor made for an awesome experience. There is so much intentionality behind the camera, that it yields high quality fantastic results. I highly recommend working with Stanley! Thank you so much, Stanley! read more

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We could not have asked for a better photographer for our engagement shoot. My fiancé and I are not used to posing for pictures, so it was a relief that Stanley guided us every step of the way. He made us feel comfortable while making us look like phenomenal. Throughout the process he was communicative and knowledgeable. He recommended us to have the shoot at Pasadena City Hall which we could not be more happy with. We would absolutely recommend Stanley for anyone's photo shoot. read more

There's a reason Stanley has a 5-star rating on Yelp - he's a fantastic photographer! A colleague referred me to Stanley for headshots, and I couldn't be more thrilled I got to work with him. All of his intake process was so professional and automated in a way that ensured 1) seamless communication, 2) that all details were taken care of ahead of time, and 3) that it was quick and easy. He has spent a great deal of time building out his website with all the information you'd want to know about working with him, his camera equipment, etc, which I found really helpful. For my headshots Stanley recommended getting professional hair & makeup done, and I'm so glad I took his advice on this despite not planning on that extra spend. With professional hair & makeup, I looked like me, only better. Stanley had a studio set up at a local WeWork, and it was perfect for some initial headshots with a few different suit outfits. Then we did another outfit look that I wanted some photos of, and moved to the outdoors in the courtyard of his building complex. These were actually my favorite photos - the ones in natural light! I was so glad we got the opportunity to do both natural light and studio lighting - it gave me a lot of great options to choose from. I also appreciated that Stanley provided great direction during the shoot and had a high attention to detail - adjusting a necklace, ensuring my hair was laying correctly. This meant there was less editing to have to do later, and that the original photos were as close to perfect as possible. Several of my colleagues loved my headshots so much that they asked for Stanley's info too. I think he'll be getting plenty of business from us :) read more

Stanley is an amazing photographer! He has a great eye and artistic sense with the way he's able to capture the light and colors and more importantly the emotions in his photographs. He's an absolute professional and made the whole process so smooth and easy. He made me and my fiancé so comfortable during the shoot and guided us through it all. We are in no way models yet he made us look great through his suggestions for poses and adjustments. We cannot recommend him more to whoever needs a photo shoot. We are completely in love with how the photos came out. They are just perfect to cherish our engagement memories. We can't imagine anyone better to have been part of such a special moment in our lives. We look forward to having him at our wedding day and more future moments in our lives. read more

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Stanley photographed my wedding in April 2024 and he was amazing! He was with us for pretty much the whole day, between multiple sites and locations and always had a calm, welcoming demeanor. What I loved is that he got amazing shots but it also felt comfortable the whole time. I'm so shocked because he caught such wonderful photos and I'm sure I was way more tired in person than I looked in them, but they look very natural and just happy. His friendly and calm personality was such a plus during a chaotic wedding day and I loved how he talked to us before on what really mattered to us during the wedding and what we wanted our photos to be like. I felt like he really understood what we wanted. He also had this great reveal session afterwards where you can see your photos in a video to music and went over truly stunning photo album options. I love how much attention to detail and love he puts into his work, you can really tell through his photos. Would highly recommend even if you are in the Bay Area (travel fee but he compensated by adding additional hour for free) because I felt very confident having him as our photographer. read more

Stanley is such a talented photographer. He took stunning photos at my sons college graduation session. He knows how to help get the best poses, suggested props and had knowledge about the best locations on the UCLA campus. At the reveal session we were amazed at the quality and creativity of the photographs. We appreciated his professionalism and help during the entire process. If you need a photographer for your graduation photos don't look any further. I would definitely recommend Stanley Wu and look forward to hiring him again for any photography needs in the future read more

Stanley Wu Photography made me feel so comfortable on my photoshoot 'comfortable' because I knew that he not only get the job done (punctual, professional, excellent quality, etc.) but comfortable in the sense that I was working with a true artist. I felt at such peace working with him before my big day; he walked me through everything step-by-step. To find professionals with true heart, passion, and immense talent behind every inch of his work. Stanley was terrific to work with - he captured every beautiful moment and turned our photos into masterpieces that I will cherish forever. My graduation was very different from your average 20 something-year-old. I had reservations about going back to school at an advanced age, knowing that I would be older than my classmates and probably even older than my instructors, but going back to school really proved to me that you're never too old to learn. I wanted to share my accomplishments with my daughter, so we opted for a Mommy & Me shoot, and Stanley & Esther was up for the challenge. They nailed it! read more

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My daughter, her boyfriend and I had the pleasure of working with Stanley for a UCLA grad photo shoot. Besides being a talented photographer, he is detail oriented, patient, organized and communicative. His knowledge of the campus was wonderful and his suggestions and ideas for photos were excellent. I highly recommend Stanley for any and all of your photography needs. You will not be disappointed! read more

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I did a 2 hour session with Stanley for my senior year college graduation. Stanley and Esther are very professional. We were able to met through Zoom just to break the ice and not feel nervous the day of the shoot. I was so speechless when I got my photos. He was able to capture so much and I can honestly say I LOVE my photos (all thanks to Stanley and his assistant Esther of course)! My experience overall went very well. He made me feel comfortable in front of the camera. During the 2 hour session their were many laughs and just fun overall. It was just perfect. Fun fact about Stanley: he is a professional with knowing how to open champagne bottles :) so no worries if you don't know how, because I didn't and he showed me. Will be hiring him for future events :) Definitely recommend him!!! read more

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Stanley is an incredible photographer with an eye for stunning shots and a calm presence that is so easy to work with. In my pre-Stanley days, I thought that I was doomed to always look awkward in photos, but after meeting Stanley my life has changed. He has shot me and my wife's graduations, engagement, and most recently our wedding, and he has made us look fantastic in all of them. Every shot looks good because he really cares about what he's doing! From the pre-shoot zoom calls to find out our preferences/styles to the post-shoot reveal call, it's easy to tell that Stanley is passionate about his work, and the results are awesome. Working with him and Esther is so fun, and they helped us capture some of the most memorable moments from our wedding day. We will be sure to contact Stanley for any and all of our future photography needs! read more

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I was searching for Los Angeles graduation/portraits on Instagram when I found Stanley. I was immediately drawn by his use of natural light and how he incorporates the location (typically campuses) into his portraits. I had no need to look any further and immediately contacted him through his website. He responds FAST - he responded to my first e-mail within hours (and that was around midnight). Booking, signing the agreement, paying the invoice was so easy - it's all done through the client portal. There is also a pre-session questionnaire that gave me the chance to tell him what I want from the session (i.e., style, expectations of the session). It definitely shows how much he cares in satisfying clients' wishes! After booking, Stanley gives so much useful information (such as outfit colors and props) through e-mail, and if needed, through the phone. He was also quick to answer all my anxiety-ridden concerns the night before. I booked a mini session (30 minutes) in a park that has a great view of the Los Angeles skyline. Stanley walked me through all the poses and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole thing. Even though it was a short session, I was able to have 3 outfits [technically] - my dress, graduation gown, and white coat. We did come across an obstacle: a group was hogging a spot I really wanted pictures in. By the time they let us have it, golden hour was gone and it was getting dark... but he made it work!! Only when the session was over did I realize we went wayyyy over my session time. It felt like he was definitely focused on making sure I'm satisfied than time constraints, which I appreciate oh so much! Since it was the beginning of peak season, Stanley estimated that my photos would be ready in about 3-4 weeks but I can ask him for a preview. But he had my photos ready in one week! AND I LOVED THEM ALL. The pictures looked like I was in an enchanted forest rather than some urban park. And the pictures with the skyline were exactly what I wanted. They immediately went onto my social media accounts and I've already ordered prints. TLDR: Stanley is magical and I highly recommend him!! read more

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I've worked with Stanley for both my undergraduate and graduate portraits. He's a kind, thoughtful, and talented photographer with a great eye for composition and light. My most recent experience was wonderful. We shot graduation portraits and video at various locations on the USC campus and in the Exposition Park Rose Garden. He did a great job of incorporating all of my graduation regalia and helping me look my best in the photos. I was also lucky enough to meet Esther at this session. Not only did she attend to my every need, but she was such a pleasure to have around. When your photographer is reminding you to focus, instead of talk, you know you're having a good time! What sets Stanley apart from photographers I've worked with previously is that he always seems as excited as I am about the milestones or accomplishments that he's capturing. From start to finish, you're taken care of when working with Stanley and he leaves you feeling more like a friend than a client. I couldn't have asked for better graduation portraits. When friends and colleagues ask me about my photos, I'm always thrilled to recommend Stanley since I know they'll love the results. I highly recommend Stanley and look forward to working with him in the future. He always delivers impressive results, his rates are fair, and he's a wonderful person. What else could you ask for? read more

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Since my last review I have hired Stanley two more times. One for professional headshots and my MBA graduation portraits. During my graduation portraits, Esther came along to assist Stanley. As usual, Stanley arrived on time, helped me become comfortable, and made the session flew by. read more

I definitely recommend Stanley! His photos are amazing and he makes everything look very nice and professional. He also recommends a makeup/hairstylist too and she is also really good. She did my makeup and hair and it turned out gorgeous. He also gives you a great price and credit towards any album or prints. Overall, he is very fun to work with and you will really enjoy your time taking your memorable photos. read more

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Stanley is a phenomenal photographer! My boyfriend and I did a mini graduation photoshoot (1 hour) with him and are absolutely in love with the final product. Before the shoot: Stanley's extremely quick to respond to emails. After securing a date, he sends a form to learn more about you/your expectations for the photoshoot. He even sends some preparation tips (e.g. props, how to dress) and suggests a meet-up. In person, Stanley's kindness and professionalism really shines! I felt like I was meeting with an old friend. During the shoot: Stanley provides plenty of guidance on posing and makes you feel very comfortable throughout the shoot. He captures the perfect moments/emotions and got you covered on fixing any stray hairs or clothing mishaps as well! After the shoot: Stanley got back to us with the full gallery of edited photos about two weeks later -- they were absolutely AMAZING. I would highly recommend him to future graduates/couples for engagement or wedding photos. Can only hope to shoot again with him soon! :) read more

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Stanley and his wife make an amazing team! They did both our engagement shoot and the wedding. We could not have asked for a more phenomenal photographer! We love his photography and editing style--really bright and natural. He is extremely communicative and makes you feel relaxed especially if being the main subject in photos is something that doesn't come natural to you. On the actual wedding day, they photographed everything we wanted. From posed photos to candids, they did an amazing job capturing the essence of our special day. I cannot recommend Stanley enough! read more

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It was our first time hiring a photographer to commemorate my girlfriend's achievement in the midst of this Covid crisis. Her academic journey wasn't easy considering all of the current events these past two years from a fire by UCLA, the Covid-19 pandemic, and the racial equality protests; a woman's graduation needed to be celebrated despite all odds and UCLA shutdowns. Stanley was one of the many names that popped in the search engine and among others, his work was the most striking to us as it conveys and captures an individual's genuine self in the most beautiful backdrop set with an excellent execution of lighting. I'm happy to have gone through these current events with my future wifey and I needed Stanley to capture her best moments during her personal struggle. With that said, Stanley has a love for photography. We had a two hour session and during this time, we've gotten to know his passion. He had another major in college and decided photography was the one true love he could partake as an early life career. Not many young guys know what they want to do after college, myself included. Passion at work at any setting produces like products. Stanley was professional in attire, attitude, and through the shoot. First thing we noticed between Stanley and other photographers at Royce Hall was that they all were dressed in lounge wear, flip flops, and carried a messy appearance. Stanley showed up with a semi-casual attire and a full set of work equipment including lights. Let's just say that I wouldn't trust a mechanic fixing my car if he showed up in PJs and tell me I needed to change brake pads. Stanley meant business and this professional attitude instantly won our trust. Quality work comes from a passionate practitioner; Stanley is of that caliber. We will ask Stanley again for our future takes. = ) Check out the pics below and judge Stanley yourself. read more

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Stanley Wu was the perfect photographer to document our engagement! He was able to capture candid photos without interfering with the special moment itself, and the photoshoot afterwards was so fun! He was able to make us feel comfortable in front of the camera, which translated into the photos. I liked that he had several locations and poses planned out, so the process ran quickly and effortlessly. The turnaround to receive photos was extremely quick, and the photos turned out beautiful. Stanley runs his business very seriously and professionally; you can tell that he's definitely an expert in this field. I highly recommend working with him! read more

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Stanley and Esther are the best. I had such a blast working with them. They are fun, professional, and passionate about what they do. Stanley took my pictures for graduation and they came out AMAZING!! They were able to capture such lovely images - so much that I had a difficult time picking my top 30 pictures for an album. Stanley was very responsive and made the experience for me unforgettable. I highly recommend him and I am so glad I was able to book a session with him. read more

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I googled "graduation photographers USC" and Stanley's website was one of the first to come up. I'm so glad a random Google search led me to him, and my graduation photos were without a doubt the best part of celebrating my Masters degree! I loved Stanley's photos online, and the way mine turned out was just as I'd hoped. He has such an eye for light and turning everyday locations into something special. The only slight bummers throughout the whole process were the price and the timeline. I wish it hadn't taken 5 weeks to get the online gallery (#latergram for my Insta post!) but I know it's summer and a busy time! Overall, if I could go back in time I'd definitely still do my graduation photos with Stanley! Although it was a bit pricey and took time to get the photos, the whole experience was worth it, and the end results are something I'll cherish forever. read more

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Stanley was our engagement and wedding photographer, and we couldn't be more pleased that we chose him and his team! Pre-signing: We were referred to Stanley through a friend of ours. Within a couple days, he responded back and took the initiative to set up a call with us. The way he handled our call and his attention to detail plus the portfolio he showed us convinced us that he was the right fit for our photos. Engagement Shoot: We did an outdoor photo shoot at the beach for our engagement photos. Stanley is very patient and will guide you through the types of shots that work best for the environment. He worked with us by himself and we were able to get a number of daytime and sunset shots. Wedding Shoot: Stanley was there with us throughout the afternoon before the wedding, during the wedding, and even during the party. His team included himself, a second photographer, and his assistant in order to cover our entire wedding party - and we definitely needed it! With the help of his team, he was able to create a number of very inspired shots at our venue throughout the day. Everyone was very professional, and Stanley even offered to do a few night shots outside their working hours. That, plus the fact that he was able to turn around a wedding slideshow AND do our wedding brunch banquet the next day really cemented him as number one in our book! Our verdict: you can't go wrong with Stanley. He'll make sure that you get what you want out of your wedding photos and much more. read more

Stanley took my graduation pictures and he was fantastic! He made me comfortable, his pictures are beautiful, and he was very professional. I highly recommend! read more

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Working with Stanley has always been a pleasure. He's incredibly efficient, professional, and creative. You get the sense that the whole process and project will be done without a hitch, and it really is the case! His calm demeanor really shines, and you can tell that he's always willing to get creative, involved, and really cares about not just doing a great job, but making sure that you as a client are truly satisfied. Having done multiple shoots with Stanley for various types of shoots, he either naturally excels in certain situations, or does his homework to make sure that he's as prepared as possible for whatever project comes his way. Overall, you'd be silly to not give him a shot! Also, his turnaround time is wickedly fast, and we all know how eager we are to see the photos immediately following an awesome photoshoot. If I could, I'd give Stanley 10 out of 5 stars, but unfortunately I'm limited to 5 ;) read more

If I could give Stanley 6 stars I would! Not only did my photos come out INCREDIBLE, he made me feel very comfortable in front of the camera and was extremely talented at coming up with shots on the spot. Stanley has a way of working with your style to come up with photos that are well worth the time. I highly recommend! read more

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This is my first time experiencing a full-on graduation photoshoot, and Stanley has given me and my team the most amazing experience. He is very creative, meticulous and professional. He made me feel comfortable and at ease during the photoshoot. The pictures all turned out to be incredible! I would definitely recommend him! read more

Stanley worked as our wedding and engagement shoot photographer, and we honestly couldn't have gone with anyone better. Professionally, he's a peach to work with - efficient and quick without moving you faster than you might be comfortable with, quick to respond to questions and inquiries, and completely upfront about what things will cost, and what he can provide. Stanley and his team were so knowledgeable and kind, and made us comfortable being in front of the camera - by the end of our engagement shoot, he and his assistant Esther had us laughing and smiling with ease! Artistically, Stanley is just incredible. He has a fabulous eye for light (including artificial light!) and architecture - really important when you're getting married indoors at night! His shot compositions are fab, and he's especially skilled at capturing a very particular moment - a quirk of the light, a passing expression, what have you. We received a good batch of the photos from our wedding while were were on our honeymoon(!) and the rest were edited and ready to go within two months, which is obscenely fast! Stanley was just amazing from start to finish, and we couldn't be happier! read more

This is my second time booking Stanley. He took my graduation pictures for my undergrad in 2018. I don't consider myself to be photogenic and feel really awkward in front of the camera unless its a selfie. Stanley made me feel really comfortable, he was professional, on time, and guided me on how to use my hands, position my feet, where to turn, etc. The little details, professionalism and excellent quality pictures are what prompted me to book him again for my master's degree. I am in love with all of the pictures. I highly recommend Stanley to capture and commemorate any of life's special moments. You will not be disappointed! These are just a few of my many favorite photos read more

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Stanley is the most amazing photographer! My friend & I just recently graduated from USC with our Masters & wanted to do something special to celebrate. When we found Stanley's website, we didn't want to look any further. His pictures were beautiful & he did not disappoint. He made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire shoot, showing us pictures along the way, listening to what we wanted while also providing us feedback on how to pose & the best spots for pictures on campus. He's so knowledgeable about the best locations on campus which made the shoot easy & fun. Would definitely recommend!! read more

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Stanley did our graduation photoshoot. He did a very wonderful job and everyone was happy on how it turned out. He is also very professional and same time makes you comfortable. Thank you stanley! read more

I don't even know where to begin! Stanley is very sweet and puts time and effort to create the best experience. He communicated everything that was going to happen before, during and after the shoot. I was nervous taking pictures because I'm not photogenic; I'm actually a tomboy. But Stanley made me feel very comfortable and we had a great time during the photoshoot. And if you're worried about COVID, he wore his mask the entire time! I would recommend his services to anyone! Give him a try! read more

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I took my college graduation photos with Stanley; I think he's great. From the very start, he's highly professional and responsive. He really takes the time to get to know you as a person and to figure out what you like/want for your photos. I didn't want my grad photos to end up looking very standard or "generic," so he took my suggestions about where I wanted to take my photos seriously. He also encouraged me to bring a unique prop for my photos that I don't think a lot of other people pose with, which really made my photos unique to myself. I think the thing that stood out the most to me about Stanley, though, is the fact that he is very patient. I was very honest with him throughout the process that as more of a low-key person who doesn't take photos often, I would probably need a lot of help/guidance with things such as posing. I also had some anxiety about taking an entire session of photos of myself because of some lingering self-confidence issues from the past about my appearance and about the way I look in photographs. To be honest, my biggest fear was that my graduation photos would turn out ugly. But I knew that I wanted to take them, and I knew that I would never forgive myself if I allowed my insecurities to stand in the way of something this important. I'm very happy to say that he was incredibly understanding during the entire process and that he never once judged me/made me feel weird about my inhibitions. He also never got fed up with my...ineptitude (?) in front of the camera and regularly let me take a peek at the photos during the entire session to see how things were going. When I got to see the photo gallery, I was actually very surprised at how good some of the pictures turned out, to the point that I looked at the screen for several minutes and thought, "Is that actually me?" It's easy to work with a subject who is confident in front of a camera and who knows what he or she is doing. But I imagine it's harder to work with a subject, like myself, who is camera-shy. Therefore, I think this is a true testament as to how professional and skillful of a photographer Stanley is, if he can get someone as reserved as myself to open up in front of a camera. So if you are still looking for photographers, definitely consider him. I'm glad I did. read more

I had been looking for a photographer to take family photos at UCLA. I stumbled across Stanley but had reservations as most of the photos were graduation photos. However, speaking to him before the shoot put my mind at ease. Not only did he get great photos of the family, he made us feel at ease, allowing him to get some amazing candid photos. He also worked around my demanding puppy who is not easy to photograph. Kudos to Stanley and his wonderful assistant. They are patient and encouraging and work at getting all the right shots. read more