Bells and Whistles was great to work with from start to finish! Chris is amazing and had multiple…read moremeetings with us leading up to our wedding day to ensure everything was organized and that all of our priority shots were perfectly captured. German and Santiago were with us on our wedding day and knew how to maximize the use of our time at the Addison before our wedding and ensured that we got amazing photos. They were on time, efficient, and did a great job all day! The entire team was responsive, professional, and so easy to work with. And, we LOVE our photos - we will forever treasure these great memories of our special day. Thank you so much!

Hiring Bells & Whistles for our wedding videography was one of the best decisions we made. The…read morefinal video is truly a treasure, it so beautifully and accurately captured the emotion, energy, and essence of the day. We've watched it over and over, and each time, we're transported right back to those unforgettable moments. What's even more special is that friends and family who couldn't attend have told us how connected they felt watching the video, like they got to experience the celebration from afar. The Bells & Whistles team was everything we could have hoped for: calm, kind, professional, and incredibly talented. They somehow managed to be everywhere without ever being intrusive, and their attention to detail and creativity shone through. We are forever grateful for the care and artistry they brought to this work. This video is something we'll cherish for the rest of our lives, and we cannot recommend them highly enough!

Manolo's work is the perfect balance of classic, modern, and high-end editorial. His photos feel…read moretimeless, chic, and effortlessly elevated. Beyond his undeniable talent, Manolo's presence on our wedding day made such a difference. He's calm, funny, and genuinely wonderful to have around. He comes prepared, yet is always ready to pivot in the moment. He pulls inspiration directly from his surroundings, gives just the right amount of direction, and somehow turns real moments into images that look straight out of a magazine. Before hiring him, my biggest fear was spending the entire day taking photos and missing out on enjoying my wedding, or not capturing everything I wanted. Neither happened. Manolo works efficiently and fiercely. He guides brides in the lead-up to the wedding, and on the day itself he's simply incredible. I would recommend Manolo without hesitation. He is the best photographer I know. His team was equally fantastic; professional, kind, and an absolute joy to work with.

Absolute pleasure to work with. Very professional, communicative, patient and the photos were…read morespectacular! Highly recommend for your events.

I recently had the pleasure of working with this Marilyn Scavo, boudoir photographer, and her…read moreall-female team in Miami, Florida, and I must say, it was an incredible experience. From the moment I walked into her studio, I was impressed by their professionalism and warm welcome. Marilyn's creativity truly shines through in every aspect of the shoot. She has a knack for capturing the essence of femininity in a tasteful and artistic manner. What I appreciated most was her ability to make me feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Not only did she teach me how to pose to accentuate my best features, but she also encouraged me to express my personality, resulting in truly unique and empowering photographs. The final results were beyond my expectations. she made me look and feel like the best version of myself. The attention to detail in every shot and the skillful use of lighting and props were evident in the stunning images produced. Overall, I can't recommend this boudoir photographer and her all-female team enough. Marilyn's professionalism, creativity, and dedication to making you look your absolute best makes her the go-to choice for anyone seeking a transformative and empowering boudoir photography experience. I can't say enough wonderful things about how amazing my photos turned out!

Part of my bucket list was to do boudoir photos. I had been following Marilyn for a while on…read moreseveral different social media platforms and knew after reading the reviews, she was the photographer for me. Upon entering, you immediately feel at ease. We are all self-conscious of our bodies but mine goes to 10000%. I decided to get the Not So Simple package, which includes five digital images, makeup and eyelashes. I cannot rave enough about Marilyn and her expertise. Lauren who did my makeup was fabulous as well. I enjoyed the experience so much that I cannot wait do book my next session. I wish I would have done this years ago!

I can't say enough good things about Liam and his team. I fired my photographer two weeks before my…read morewedding and panic emailed Liam to see if they had any availability. They matched me with a photographer with a ton of experience and made me feel so supported and heard during the very last minute process of switching over to his company. I am obsessed with my wedding photos. I got the full package of photos about two weeks after my wedding, way faster than i had anticipated. The photographer, Eric Raco, took a lot of time out of his day to meet with me for like an hour to go over the type of shots that I want and the vibe that I wanted in my photos. Liam and his team checked in on me leading up to the wedding and are very responsive after the wedding when I asked about when I would get to see my photos. The website is easy to navigate and downloading your photos to your iCloud or Google is super easy. Thank you so much Liam for taking me on last minute. I am very happy with my decision to do so.

hired Liam for a virtual wedding and he ruined the event. On August 15th, 2020, Liam's coworker…read morearrived at the venue to video the ceremony on zoom. He did not bring camera equipment instead set up a 9 inch iPad on a tripod. I supplied three videos to be played during the ceremony, the rest of the wedding was live interactions with the officiants. From the very beginning it was a complete disaster. The videographer recommended we start five minutes late to allow people to get in the waiting room, so we did. The first 15 minutes was a video I supplied Liam. for some reason, Liam's coworker muted the video and turned on the iPad's mic, so the guest listened to 15 minutes of idle conversation as the video played. When the ceremony begin, unmuted guests could be heard having conversations as the officiant tried to speak. Repeatedly, the officiant asked guests to mute their microphones. It never happened. Each time a guest made a noise the screen would go black and show the person's name and then would return to the ceremony. Liam was the host of the zoom function and should have had control of all microphones. He did nothing to silence the talking, as a result the service was lost to chatter and background noise. Liam also controlled entry into the wedding service. He left 40 guests in waiting room, none of which ever made it inside. 100% of the feedback was bad. The following day Liam sent me a copy of his work at the wedding and it was unwatchable. When I asked for a refund for services he certainly did not provide, he immediately edited the video and blamed everyone from the officiant, zoom, me and location for the disaster. He even stated had I purchased a more expensive video package from him the quality would have been better. When I asked if he would highlight my wedding on his website he said, "No". I'm aware a zoom event is never going to be the quality of a videotaped presentation. I knew that when I hired a "professional" videographer. What I didn't expect was getting someone who knew nothing about Zoom or virtual events. Liam started the event late, muted the videos, allowed guests to speak freely throughout the service and blocked 40 people from attending the wedding. He considers what he did , "good work"... I'd hate to see his bad work! I have attached a YouTube away to my wedding video made by Liam and you can decide for yourself. https://youtu.be/AjG_bpZL4us

Malena is AMAZING! In a world of outward appearances and perception she is able to capture more…read morethan the physical in her photography. The studio is clean and fully equipped for the best headshot you can find! Her demeanor, professionalism, and genuine interest in your needs is unique in this market. I highly recommend her. More than a picture or image!

Very professional and does a great job with head shots.read more

I'm so happy we chose Portrayts. From the first message they were super responsive and clear about…read morepackages, timing and what was included. We booked them for a small event plus a short portrait session, and they handled both perfectly. On the day of the shoot they arrived early, walked the location with us and suggested poses and spots that I would never have thought of. They gave just enough direction so we felt comfortable, but also captured a lot of natural, candid moments. Several guests even commented on how friendly and professional they were. Turnaround time was exactly what they promised and the final photos/video were beautiful - sharp, great colors, and edited in a clean, modern style (no over-filtering). They sent everything in an easy online gallery so it was simple to download and share with family. If you're looking for a team that actually listens to what you want and delivers high-quality photo and video work, I'd 100% recommend Portrayts. We'll definitely be booking them again.

He was very easy to work with and captured our special moment. Arrived early and made it easy for…read moreus to get what we needed.

My husband and I went to Miami for our 'Baby Moon'. We love going to the beach and decided while…read morethere we should take maternity photos. I found Tova online. Her reviews were good and website photos nice. I reached out to her and another photographer. Tova responded quickly and made it easy to decide she is who we would go with. She was very polite and gladly came to the hotel we were staying in and took our photos on the beach. She was a pleasure to work and made the awkwardness of being photographed comfortable. Her turnaround time for sending us the photos was quick too. Overall we are very pleased to have worked with her.

After looking at Tova's site, I knew I had to book her for my surprise proposal in Miami. She…read morecaptured the moment (before, during and after) all perfectly and I am extremely pleased with all the photos. We'll treasure for the rest of our lives. Thanks, Tova!

Summary: Terrible service, Very rude and didn't want to return our deposit for the photo shoot…read moreshe canceled the same day. The business owner will try to defame and make up things of the people that leaves accurate but negative reviews about her business. Marietta will says she is scared for her life while she is the one contacting you to harass you and not leave you alone in order to put her review down. Sorry marieta, doxxing and defamation are both a crime in this country. Read the not recommended reviews that were flagged by the biz owner in order to keep her bad biz running. Save your self from being scammed and go to a real photographer l Marietta is one of the worst and most unprofessional person I have had to work with. There is absolutely nothing positive to say about her. My daughter wanted to get her 15 birthday pictures done in Miami (we live in the Pacific Northwest, so across the country), when looking for photographers, we found Marietta. Marietta had a package for 1000 dollars which was her economy package. In the said package, one quince dress and one fashion dress were included. My daughter said she wanted two, maybe three, quince dresses, so we asked Marietta how much it would be to exchange the fashion dress for a quince dress and add another quince dress. Attached in the number one screenshot below, you can see Marietta say that the price of the dresses will be 100 for the one being exchanged and 180 for the third dress. I thought, "Wow! What an amazing deal" my daughter and I decided to send Marietta her $500 REFUNDABLE deposit through ZELLE (this is important later in the story). Two days before the photoshoot (about a month and something following the text about the dress prices), Marietta says that the first dress exchange will now be $250, and the third dress that WE were bringing, not provided by Marietta, would be $280. (Check screenshot number 2). THIS IS NOT AT ALL WHAT WE HAD AGREED TO THE DAY I PUT IN THE DEPOSIT. I bring this up to Mariettas attention, to which she responds by talking about how "prices change all the time" (Check screenshot number 3). I called Marietta to ask about the price change. she told me "this should be a lesson to my daughter that she can't get everything she wants" Photos day - MY DAUGHTER'S BIRTHDAY, Marietta was very crafty in designing her schedule of her timeline for the photoshoot & make up person, they were on the very opposite side of town .Marietta knew I could not possibly make it on time to both places. I let Mariettas makeup artist know we were not going to be using her services, to which I get a text from Marietta saying that I was going against "the contract" (See screenshot 4). The only one violating the contract was Marietta. She by now said that I have to pay her the total upfront before the shoot, about an hour after the text was sent, and provided me an address to drop off the money at (see screenshot 4 - the times are changed due to the time zones, PST to EST). I told Marietta that I could not pay her through Zelle as my Zelle was having issues, and I had cash with me and will pay her on-site- (Screenshot 5-) is her response. I ask her for my $500 deposit back, which she then says is non-refundable, something that was never mentioned on her website. I could not try to challenge the money I sent to her because money through Zelle is gone money. Once you send it, there is ZERO way to get it back. All of the sudden Marietta says that we cannot continue with the shoot because she is scared for her life. I never made any threats to her safety. She sends a fake link to me from "Zelle," which is supposed $250, only half of the deposit. I continued requesting my $500 be given back, or I would file a lawsuit against her for the money she would not return and other expenses incurred due to her scam. Today, almost a month after asking for my entire deposit back, she returns me the money and says she is only doing so because she is fearful for her and her children's lives. Mind you; I never mentioned anything about them. Nor did I make any threats to their safety EVER. NOW, AFTER THIS, SHE ADDED A DISCLAIMER ON HER WEBSITE THAT PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND THAT THE DEPOSIT IS A NON-REFUNDABLE 200. Screenshots 7 and 8 are screenshots of her website terms BEFORE the changes. Marietta is very crafty, she Lies, defames, and causes emotional distress . Photos by Marietta somehow manages to erase / flag the negative reviews against her unscrupulous practice. Currently Marietta won't stop calling me and harassing me in order to put down her negative reviews, which I won't. And she doesn't put my private information down I'll be calling to proper identities and file a lawsuit against her for doxxing and defamation of character.

Marietta is one of the worst and most unprofessional people I have had to work with. There is…read moreabsolutely nothing positive to say about her. My daughter wanted to get her 15 birthday pictures done in Miami (we live in the Pacific Northwest, so halfway across the country), so when looking for photographers, we found Marietta. Marietta had a package for 1000 dollars which was her economy package. In the said package, one quince dress and one fashion dress were included. My daughter said she wanted two, maybe three, quince dresses, so we asked Marietta how much it would be to exchange the fashion dress for a quince dress and add another quince dress. Attached in the number one screenshot below, you can see Marietta say that the price of the dresses will be 100 for the one being exchanged and 180 for the third dress. I thought, "Wow! What an amazing deal" my daughter and I decided to send Marietta her $500 REFUNDABLE deposit through ZELLE (this is important later in the story). Two days before the photoshoot (about a month and something following the text about the dress prices), Marietta says that the first dress exchange will now be $250, and the third dress that WE were bringing, not provided by Marietta, would be $280. (Check screenshot number 2). THIS IS NOT AT ALL WHAT WE HAD AGREED TO THE DAY I PUT IN THE DEPOSIT. I bring this up to Mariettas attention, to which she responds by talking about how "prices change all the time" (Check screenshot number 3). I then call Marietta to ask about the price change in which she tells me that this should be a lesson to my daughter that she can't get everything she wants. Marietta can deny this, but I have a video of the call. On the day of the photoshoot, MY DAUGHTERS BIRTHDAY, we weren't going to make it on time to the location of the shoot, so my daughter got her makeup done at the hotel we were staying at. We did this instead of using Mariettas makeup and hair artist because we (my daughter and I) weren't going to make it on time. We weren't going to make it on time due to Marietta was very crafty in her schedule of her timeline for the photoshoot day, and there was no possible way for us to make it to her makeup artist and the location on time. I let Mariettas makeup artist know we were not going to be using her services, to which I get a text from Marietta saying that I was going against "the contract" (See screenshot 4). The only one violating the contract was Marietta. She by now said that I have to pay her the total upfront before the shoot, about an hour after the text was sent, and provided me an address to drop off the money at (see screenshot 4 - the times are changed due to the time zones, PST to EST). I told Marietta that I could not pay her through Zelle as my Zelle was having issues, and I had cash with me and will pay her on-site- (Screenshot 5-) is her response. I ask her for my $500 deposit back, which she then says is non-refundable, something that was never mentioned on her website. I could not try to challenge the money I sent to her because money through Zelle is gone money. Once you send it, there is ZERO way to get it back. Marietta says that we cannot continue with the shoot because she is scared for her life. I never made any threats to her safety. She sends a fake link to me from "Zelle," which is supposed $250, only half of the deposit. I continued requesting my $500 be given back, or I would file a lawsuit against her for the money she would not return. Today, almost a month after asking for my entire deposit back, she returns me the money and says she is only doing so because she is fearful for her and her children's lives. Mind you; I never mentioned anything about them. Nor did I make any threats to their safety EVER. NOW, AFTER THIS, SHE ADDED A DISCLAIMER ON HER WEBSITE THAT PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND THAT THE DEPOSIT IS A NON-REFUNDABLE 200. Screenshots 7 and 8 are screenshots of her website terms BEFORE the changes. Marietta, I can still sue you for the cost of plane tickets, hotel expenses, last-minute photographer, last-minute outfits, and above all, the emotional damages caused to my daughter for canceling on her birthday and the drama Marietta created to get away with her scam and keep the money. My daughter didn't ask for much and could not have a quince party, so instead only ask for photos. That was ruined by Mariettas pettiness and manipulation. Too long to read: Marietta is a manipulator and scammer who ruined my daughter's birthday and tried to steal our deposit.

Initially we chose around 15 studios and after that we wrote down all "+" and "-". Breeze Pictures…read morewon our final selection due to their ideal portfolio. Photos of the couples in creative locations seemed so admirable to us. One of ideas we implemented into our wedding day photography.

Attended a friend's wedding there. To start, the grounds were incredible. Waterfalls, swans and…read moreother wildlife throughout the property. A wonderful venue for any occasion, in my humble opinion. We were in a clear sided tent which was well illuminated and the air conditioning did not disappoint. The management has contacts for event management, music, food, decor, etc. I do not know if the family brought in their own music and catering or used the venue's, but both were very good. Highly recommend!

I loved this venue! I had my wedding here earlier this month and everyone was so nice and helpful…read more(especially Joe) - couldn't imagine having my wedding anywhere else