Kristin is amazing!!! She is truly a professional on her field. She is so responsive, easy to work…read morewith and FUN. Kristin was instantly able to put my family at ease, and capture some captivating photographs of our baby that we will treasure them forever. Her work is absolutely stunning. I recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer -- She is the best! Ps. Her studio is beautiful!!!

Where did the last year go? I keep asking myself this, and needless to say, this review is…read moreoverdue. Veronica was recommended to my husband and me by one of her photographer colleagues Sarah Postma who did our (candid!) proposal photos last year. In search of a wedding photographer, we met with Veronica last spring, and I felt an instant connection with her, her photography philosophy, and personality. It was one of those deep down feelings where you just know that it'll be a great match, and it was lacking in our other vendor interviews. Hinojosa's photography packages were slightly more expensive than others, but you get what you pay for! And who wants to cut back on the vendor who'll be capturing your memories to last a lifetime?! Included in our package was an engagement photo shoot. Though my husband debated whether he wanted to do one or not, we both agreed it would allow for that "soft" behind-the-scenes benefit of interaction time with Veronica and her camera. We could experience how formal and candid takes would feel, and Veronica could also get a sense for our style and how I interact with my then-fiance. She was flexible with the date and time we set up the engagement shoot last June, and we had a ball during the 1.5 hour session at a local park and then at our crossfit gym! On the wedding day last October, things went smoothly. Veronica managed photo taking time efficiently, and I felt like we communicated well between doing formal family portraits and getting those candid, artsy shots in too. I also appreciated the pre-wedding questionnaire she had us fill out prior to the big day, asking questions like whether there were specific photos we wanted (and/or with specific family members) and a general timeline of the day. I especially love the artistic shots Veronica was able to get, with say my husband and me in focus in the picture, but with that cool, blurred effect on the bridal party next to us. Ok, the picture looks much cooler than the words I just used to describe it (see uploaded photo). Veronica did a wonderful job of capturing all the little nuances from our day too, like creative angles from the cake cutting (getting a shot from behind and in between us) and first look and working the natural landscape of the lake and changing fall colors into the background of our outdoor time. And how about that idea to get on top of a picnic table for some glamour shots? We received e-files of all the photos Veronica and her partner in crime photographer Marisol took from the wedding (and engagement photo shoot), either on a thumb drive or CD in a very polished and customized case! Couldn't have been happier with the Italian made wedding book we ordered. Veronica made the first draft and estimated we'd see an initial copy 3-4 weeks after our wedding. Though we didn't receive it until after the holidays, which was understandable with everything going on, we appreciated being able to substitute specific photos we wanted in the final product, which we received about 6 months after the wedding. Both sets of our parents thoroughly enjoyed the copies they received. Pictures are worth a thousand words, and our story is forever captured in all the vibrant colors of last fall, our family and friends' smiles, and each moment of that special day last October, thanks to Hinojosa Photography!

We were glad to book Hinojosa photography for covering our wedding. Veronica (our photographer) was…read morevery enthusiastic and covered each moment beautifully. She was very professional in her approach, but empathetic at the same time giving us our own space. We will book them for sure for any other event. Regards, Rahul

I had the most amazing experience with Liz! From the start, she was warm, professional, and so easy…read moreto communicate with. The day of my shoot, she made me feel completely comfortable and confident! Her direction was natural, and the studio was absolutely beautiful. The glam made me feel stunning, and by the end, I felt so empowered and proud of myself. Liz truly has a gift for bringing out your best self. I've already been telling all my friends to book a session....it's an experience every woman should have!

I'd been thinking about doing a little self-love shoot for a while when I came across the Chicago…read moreBoudoir Studio. I wanted to do something a little outside of my comfort zone so I went ahead and booked -- I was a little nervous before hand but Liz & Rosie made me feel so at ease right away, from the moment I stepped inside the door. By the time we started shooting it felt like I was just hanging out with an old friend -- before i knew it we were looking through dozens of STUNNING photos! More important than the photos, though, was that I left feeling better about myself than I have in months and that feeling has been carrying on for days already. Truly cannot thank these ladies enough.

Famos! And his team are top notch. I've seen many of these companies in action, but none match the…read moreprofessionalism they bring to the table. They are experts in their field, and know how to structure an entire evening of entertainment that is so much more than "just music". From the MC to the dancers and of course to the amazing music (shout out to DJ Redline, who is nothing short of amazing) -- they bring an entire team of professionals singularly focused on ensuring the guests are engaged and entertained from start to finish. They TRULY make the party. Can't recommend them enough!

Can we give ten stars?!!! Brandon and his team at Famos! made our daughter's bat mitzvah absolutely…read moreunforgettable. From our first meeting, they made her feel comfortable and confident, treating us like we were their most important client. The evening itself was beyond what we imagined. They read the room perfectly, keeping everyone--from young kids to our oldest family members--dancing all night. What stood out most was how Brandon and his team carry themselves--their genuine care, their command of the room, and their ability to make everyone feel special. They didn't just provide entertainment; they created magic. The state-of-the-art technology, the flawless execution, and their presence on the mic kept the energy going from start to finish without a single lull. Thank you, Brandon and Famos!, for making Olivia's bat mitzvah one of the most memorable evenings of our lives. We're forever grateful! Famos and Team are complete pros and cannot recommend them enough.

Emil was easily the best vendor we had. From our engagement photos that people were in awe of, to…read morethe ceremony photos, to the reception a year later, to the video he made, to the photo booth. This man is an absolute pro. Responsive, an expert at his craft, his wife Agnes was awesome as well. Cannot recommend Emil and his team enough. The best price point we had and the best vendor we had! We are still loving our engagement and wedding photos from last year. He met us downtown for engagement photos and was incredibly flexible. The photos from the wedding were insanely beautiful. And he capped it off last night with our reception a year later. So grateful for Agnes and him. The photo booth he ran was such a hit as well! My friends already have selected him as their photographer/videographer when they eventually get married too. Video was insanely nice and something we will cherish forever. And the photo book was beyond anything we could've expected. Our best vendor by far!! He also was incredibly accommodating with covid splitting our wedding into two years without any issues or hassle.

I left a longer review on the knot but had to share my amazing experience with Emil two weekends…read moreago in Chicago when he captured the most stunning, blissful photos of my surprise engagement. My now fiancé hired Emil to photograph the proposal and booked him for an hour afterward so we could do an engagement shoot around my favorite city. He shared Emil was fairly priced in comparison to other quotes he'd received and was extremely communicative leading up to and after the surprise. It was executed flawlessly and I had absolutely no idea Emil was there for us!! Emil got our photos back to us within a day and they. Are. Gorgeous. I cannot thank and recommend Emil enough for capturing our special moment for us so beautifully.

Stephen was just at La Marea Senior Living here in Carlsbad, CA, where he brought magic to the…read morewonderful residents as they enjoyed their dinner tonight! His magic and presentation were phenomenal and his interaction with the audience was first-rate! Everyone absolutely enjoyed the top-notch entertainment that Stephen provided. THANK YOU, Stephen! If only we could simply snap our fingers and just like magic bring you back over and over for more... wouldn't that be awesome? :)

About a year ago I was out on a date with a girl I had met just two days previous. We ran into…read moreStephen when he was performing magic tricks at TheAbbey Pub. We had such an incredible time, and Stephen was so charismatic and engaging, that when I decided I was going to propose to that same woman, I knew he had to be involved. A year later, I gave him a call and he made sure to be available when I needed him. I knew what I wanted in a magic trick for the actual proposal (to have him do a trick that involved me), and he had the best ideas. He even went above and beyond what I was hoping for in having a friend who is a photographer be there to take pictures. They were both super cool about everything, and they acted as if they were taking promotional shots for his website. She completely fell for it, and even recognized Stephen from a year prior. She hasn't stopped talking about it since, and Stephen couldn't have been more accommodating in setting everything up and making sure it was executed flawlessly. To anyone needing an entertainer at their events, look no further. He is great both in crowds and in small groups, and definitely knows how to work a crowd. He keeps things light, but not cheesy, and everyone just seems to have a great time. If you aren't doing a private event, go check him out at TheAbbey Pub on Fridays, you won't be disappointed! Thanks again for everything, Stephen!

Amazing work and an amazing team! Jessica made us feel relaxed and took the best pictures that we…read morehave ever had together. our engagement shots were amazing and she blew us away with the pictures of our wedding. Shots were edited in a timely matter and there were awesome options that I recommend for photobooks to use at your wedding. I recommend Passions Photography without hesitation. Amazing work! Thank you!

Jessica is amazingly talented and has expertly captured so many family events and family picture…read moresessions for us over the years. She is great with children and can get even the crankiest little ones to smile for the camera. She's patient and has a great eye for things. We've had nothing but great experiences with her and can't recommend her enough.

Francis Marie Photography exceeded our expectations in every way! Thank you Chris & Becky for your…read moreincredible work documenting our big day (5/18/19)! Value. Professionalism. Flexibility. Kindness. Chris & Becky were a dream team, and we really cannot say enough good things about them! From helping us set our 'day of' schedule, to making sure all our listed family pics were captured, to jumping in attaching boutonnieres, they went above and beyond to ensure a perfect day, and plenty of perfect pics!!! Full disclosure: my fiancé and I did not put as much effort into choosing photographers as we did other vendors (Francis Marie Photography was the only one we met with). The best news: we did not have to, and neither do you! Book them! They come at an incredible value and took no shortcuts: starting with us early in the day and staying well through the bouquet toss & late into our extended reception without missing a beat. We were so impressed by their professionalism, passion, and ease of manner. They were never imposing but made sure to capture all the essential moments, somehow finding that great balance between being subtle but central. They were quick to tweak poses and make great suggestions but were also completely flexible for spontaneous photo suggestions from the bride. Do yourself a favor and book Francis Marie Photography, you wont be disappointed!

If someone hasn't told you already this planning a wedding can be a stressful event. The good news…read moreis that Chris and Becky are here to make your dreams come true. Meeting with tons of photographers is time consuming and sometimes confusing. Again Chris and Becky are here to help. They actually listen to the style of photography you are looking for and connect with you to make sure they can make your wedding the happiest day of your life! My wife Tina and I just recently got married Sept 19th and can't say enough about Francis Marie Photography. We had been recommended to meet with Chris and Becky and hit it off immediately, they are both so down to earth and have a great sense of humor. They listened to our concerns and even let us work our dog, Walter, into our photos! We wanted someone who could capture every single moment of our day and we got that and so much more. People actually thought Chris was part of my family by how well we got along with each other. Their style is incredibly accommodating to the expectations you set for them, we wanted photojournalistic with some artistic flair and man did they exceed our expectations. Almost every single family member wanted our photos for their family Christmas card, these pictures were so good. We will be able to relive our wedding everyday of our lives because of the hard work and effort they put into our wedding. We never had an issue with responses to our email questions or calls to check on status. Seriously stop searching all those sites and give this company a call you won't regret it. Thank you so much Chris & Becky