I love Brea Photography!…read more Brea herself is fantastic to work with, and her team of photographers are reliable, friendly, and I never have to worry about they way the photos are going to turn out. As someone who plans a lot of events, not having to give photography a second thought is completely priceless. If you can snag Brea, use her before you use her peeps, but anyone from the group should work out just fine. Typically getting a hold of her 2-3 weeks before your event is enough time, but book ahead if you want to use her pop-up photo booth services, which I believe are new. Really solid photographers with great attitudes. Let 'em capture all the cool things you've got going on!

I relied upon glowing yelp reviews, when selecting my daughter's wedding photographer got…read morecomplicated. Unfortunately, my life did not get any less complicated. After meeting with a photographer, selecting a package, signing a contract, and setting a date for engagement photos, four months later my daughter discovered, the night before the engagement photos, that the photographer no longer worked for Brea, and somehow had not checked her messages in days. Praise to Brea herself, who stepped in at this critical moment to respond to e-mail notes and phone messages, and make the trip to our humble suburb to take care of the engagement photo session. I rationalized this stumble and recovery, imagining that many small business owners experience similar pains when entrusting work to others and/or taking a break. We experienced poor communication and flawed office procedures, followed by a good save by the boss. Subsequently, my daughter was assigned another photographer and assistant to complete the contract; the team arrived on time, and completed the job. Five weeks later, the results were available for viewing and download. Seven-hundred-plus wedding photos and perhaps 150 engagement photos. A photo booth for guests. In the end, there were approx. 1/3 the number of photos from my son's wedding by another firm last year, but perhaps more time given to editing out the duds, so it might be argued that the quality of these is higher. When I look at the photos, certainly I can see artistic shot framing and good photography skills. I also see a more pronounced worry line in the forehead of the bride's father.

Emily has been photographing my family for over 10 years now for mini shoots, maternity, family,…read moresenior portraits, etc. Her quality is truly top notch -- the lighting *chefs kiss*. She has such a gift for staging the perfect photo; it truly seems effortless. Plus, we always have so much fun!

If you need a photographer in St. Louis, look no further…read more I've hired Jenn for both my professional headshots and a family session in the park and she was fantastic for both! I HATE having my photo taken, but she actually made the process fun and worked with me to produce really flattering headshots. I've gotten multiple compliments from friends and colleagues on my new headshots, and I would recommend her to any professional without hesitation. For our family photos, I was blown away by how patient she was with my 3 year old son, who was not in the mood to have photos taken the day of our shoot. She cheered him up in impressively short order, and ultimately she took gorgeous photos that captured our family's personality perfectly. And when I thought it couldn't get any better, she turned around the proofs and edits for both sessions very quickly! She was professional and communicative throughout, and I can't overstate just how much I've enjoyed working with her.

We were tasked to find a photographer to do head shots at our HPE Software booth, for a large…read moreconference we regularly attend. With a simple google search, we found Jenn's website and quickly received a response. Working with Jenn was a breeze from start to finish. She was extremely professional, accommodating, and listened to everything we needed/wanted while even suggesting ideas we didn't think of! She was easy-going and by far a pleasure to work with. She provided amazing equipment that was simple to setup, and the end products were amazing. Her personality even helped drive people to our booth! Jenn is extremely passionate about her work and it definitely shows in her work ethic. We loved working with Jenn and would gladly work with her again!

This past week, I was a bundle of nerves. My job is good, my relationship is good... everything was…read moregood. So why the nerves? I pride myself in being a strong, independent woman however as a larger woman I've always had body issues and this week I had decided to step out of my comfort zone and get some pictures taken to show myself that I still have some sex appeal. I live in St. Louis, so after only a 20-minute drive, I found myself sitting outside of Bellisimo Photography Studio with 3 outfits, my personal foundation, and a desire to embrace a little body confidence. You first walk into an office with beautiful pictures of women of all sizes and colors. These photos are inspirational, and I'm starting to get a little excited to pose like some of those photos. Jay is amazing! A master promoter of women, she put me at ease right away. She did my makeup, threw some curls in my hair, and then I was off to the dressing room. I will say that I brought no jewelry to this because I didn't want to detract, but I kind of wish I had brought a couple of pieces and asked Jay what she thought. Because I only had moisturizer on my face and Jay didn't know how I usually wear my makeup, I was looking forward to her view. The makeup was perfect for an evening out (or a photo shot obviously) and I got so many compliments on my hair afterward that I may start putting a few curls in it. (Those curls actually made me feel a little more (dare I say it) sexy.) The studio itself is gorgeous. The building looks very commercial, but when you walk into this studio, you "see" part of the "glorious" Opera House this building once was. There are 3 photo nooks in the room. Two contain couches and one a huge beautiful bed with satin sheets. They move things around every so often (so I was told), so you could technically go back every once in a while to get more pictures done. I showed her my outfits, and we were ready to go. The dressing room has a ton of robes that can be used. There was one that had a lot of ruffles that I really wanted to wear over a black gown that I brought, and I did. The session was easy. Jay walked you through every pose and sultry look. As the session continued, I realized that I was truly enjoying myself, was less self-concious and beautiful, and felt like I was so powerfully woman. It's hard to explain, but I felt unstoppable. After it was over, I'll admit I was sad. I was feeling so amazing. I suppose I enjoyed the pampering and assurance that I was killing it. I got dressed and went out to talk to the art director, Ashley. She was excited to see my photos and to discuss all my options and put them in my own collection book. I've since been back to order my photos. I walked in thinking...I bet we can only find one photo I approve. But while I didn't embrace all 60 photos that were taken of me. After some time, we were able to narrow it down to one of the packages they offer. They sent the prices of their packages before I went in to order (which I liked because they were very transparent (much like one of the outfits I wore. Hahaha), and while I told myself to get one specific collection, I settled on one with a few more pictures. Now let me rant a little... we all have cameras that we carry around with us. Sometimes, we manage to take a photo that is epic. Sometimes. Very seldom. Photo taking isn't easy. Especially in this field where pictures never lie. You see it all in these photos, but only a pro can create a work of art out of you, even with so many flaws screaming to be seen through the lens. Jay is that kind of pro. I will be posting some pictures of their studio nope...not of me... but when you see me next, you'll see me standing taller with an air of sensuality and power. Thanks Bellisimo!!

Today, I had the most wonderful experience of a Boudoir Photo Session! I had attended an event 2…read moremonths ago and the ladies of Bellissimo had a vendor presence to which I signed up out of curiosity. I came up with an outfit that was sexy chic, at least to me, and arrived at 4p. The ladies were ready for me upon arrival and super friendly and welcoming. This being my first time with this type of photography, they put me at ease. The studio area had about 8 or 9 stations, but tons of props and design throughout. The session included photos at all the stations which was fantastic. I try to follow directions very well and the photographer was pleasant and patient. She took alot of angles. At the end, scheduled follow-up appointment to view the results and make orders. Can't wait to see them!

Did pictures with me and ye kids maternity pictures and new born pictures even our kids together…read moreplaying they were wonderful pictures Highly recommend.

From the owner: Hello, thanks for coming to my page…read more I am the girl behind the camera. Where I help you create your lifelong memories. I am a full time mommy to three beautiful babies. I have always had a love for photography. You will never catch me without a camera in my hand capturing precious moments. Either of my clients, my kiddos, or even nature. Anything in sight really. This is what I shoot for in life. Pursing what I love and loving every second of it. I cannot wait to see all the beautiful families I can get in front of my camera.

Nikki is very kind and flexible; she does a great job at a very affordable price. She loves what…read moreshe does, and she is the best at it. I definitely recommend her for any occasion you have in your mind.

From the owner: My business specializes in portrait photography, especially headshots, couples, and family…read moreportraits. I mostly operate outdoors!

She was absolutely fantastic! She was excited to get all kinds of great shots! I'm so happy with…read moreour choice of photographer!

From the owner: On location photography. Seniors school students…read more families sports Maternity

Valerie Holifield Photography has exclusively taken our family pictures for over 6 years. Her…read morephotography skills are amazing and she always has great posing ideas and is very open to whatever YOU want to have done. She travels to a wide area even though she's based in a more southern area. I've never been displeased with this service and have been more and more happy every photoshoot.

From the owner: I specialize in wedding and portrait photography including families, seniors, and unique themed…read moresessions.

Esther absolutely blew me away!!! I still can't get over all the amazing photos we got. She made us…read morefeel super comfortable, and my family all loved her. I'm so glad we chose her to take our pictures, and can't wait to be back in town for our next shoot. I definitely recommend her, especially if you haven't taken professional pictures before, it's SO worth it! Thank you Esther!!!

From the owner: Welcome to my photography business, serving clients in Southern IL and beyond! As a local…read morephotographer near you, I specialize in capturing the beauty and connection of families, couples, and expectant mothers through natural and authentic photography. Whether you're looking for family, maternity, or couple photography, I offer high-quality services that truly reflect the essence of my clients. With a passion for creating images that you will cherish for years to come, I am dedicated to providing a personalized experience that meets your unique needs. Contact me today to schedule your session with a photographer near you in Southern IL

I have never been a confident person in my own skin, so reaching out to Terra took a lot of guts…read morefor me.. She made sure I was comfortable in each step of the process. Terra helped me heal and realize that I am more than my insecurities and my doubts. Terra is the embodiment of self love and I can not recommend Earthkind Boudoir enough. This is an experience that I will cherish forever and I even have beautiful pictures to remember it by! Do not hesitate in contacting Terra for a session, she will make it 100% worth your time.

I can't even put into words how great of an experience I had shooting with Earthkind Boudoir. I…read moreliterally cried in my car on the way that morning because I was so overwhelmed with fear and anxiety, but Terra was incredibly nice and encouraging from the second I walked through the door. By the time we started shooting everything felt comfortable, natural, and surprisingly easy. And the pictures, they are incredible!! I truly didn't think I would like them as much as I do. Terra sees beauty in every body and it absolutely shines through in her images. She gives the gift of unapologetic confidence to her clients. I'm so glad I had the courage to go through with this! If you've been thinking about booking a session but are too nervous, please take the leap and do it!! It was a wonderful experience that I hope to repeat again and again.