Khushboo shot our first set of professional family photos with my 6 month old and we had a…read morefantastic experience. She made the whole experience feel effortless and fun and was so good with my little one. You can tell she really puts care into the process from start to finish. Although I didn't end up using clothes from her client closet, it was great to have the option and we appreciated all of Khushboo's expertise on color palettes and what would work best with the setting. We are so pleased with our photos and will treasure these moments forever!

Khushboo is purely phenomenal! She was a joy to work with for my maternity shoot -- a true…read moreprofessional and breath of fresh air. She's very approachable and down to earth, easy to talk to, and provided helpful guidance for posing. She made me feel comfortable and beautiful, and her styling of the shoot was nothing short of breathtaking. She had a preliminary galley back to me within hours of my shoot, and I was taken aback by how stunning the pictures are. There are few times in my life when I've felt more beautiful and empowered, and that's saying a lot for someone 32 weeks pregnant. I cannot wait to receive the final gallery in a few weeks and am so excited to work with Shutter Magic Photography in the future!

We can't believe it's been five years, and we're just now writing this review! Ann & Royce went…read moreabove and beyond for us. They photographed both our engagement session and our wedding day, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the moment we met them, they made us feel completely comfortable and at ease. It honestly felt like we had known them forever. They were kind, patient, fun, and so easy to be around, which made taking photos feel natural instead of stressful. Their talent speaks for itself. Every photo beautifully captured the love, joy, and emotions. Five years later, we still tear up looking through our wedding album and reliving those moments all over again. We'll always be grateful not only for the stunning photos but also for the incredible experience they gave us. If you're looking for photographers who genuinely care about their couples and make you feel like family, we cannot recommend Ann & Royce enough. Thank you both for giving us memories we'll cherish for the rest of our lives!

We hired Royce and Ann to take my daughter's high school senior portraits. I couldn't be happier…read morewith the outcome. They offered numerous suggestions for locations based on our input for the setting. During the photo session, Royce and Ann were so helpful and professional. They offered great suggestions for my daughter's props and poses that made the photos look very natural. They were open to our suggestions and were extremely patient. Due to some unexpected weather conditions, they went above and beyond to figure out a way to get us the setting and lighting we were hoping for. I felt the price was very reasonable. I would highly recommend this company!

Moments in Time owner, Adam W, was absolutely amazing. After reaching out to multiple photographers…read morein the area to capture our anniversary pictures, we could not be more pleased. Being from the East Coast and 2400 miles from our home, we wanted our annivetsary in Carmel to be remembered forever. Adam not only captured memories that will last a lifetime, but we also gained a friend. Adam is a remarkable person and is gifted to give just the right guidance for capturing the most beautiful images on Carmel Sunset Beach during golden hour. We have worked with multiple photographers in the past, and Adam is a gifted photographer who truly captures moments in time. Let him capture your next big moment. You'll have images you'll cherish for a lifetime!

I am so glad I hired Adam for my surprise proposal to my girlfriend. Living in SoCal and having…read morenever been to Monterey/Big Sur, I planned my whole proposal based on google searches, reddit threads, and word of mouth. Being a Big Sur/Monterey local, Adam provided extremely helpful insight and feedback for my proposal. He definitely helped relieve a lot of the stress during the planning phase of my proposal. On the day of the actual shoot, the day-of jitters was overwhelming at times, but Adam's energy and demeanor was very centering. He was patient and gave my new fiancee and I space to calm ourselves, and also knew when to take charge and guide us with our poses. He also had amazing and creative ideas for how to pose and brought us to local, reclusive spots to take intimate photos. Best of all, Adam always had a smile on his face and he made us really think like we were supermodels walking the runway haha. If you're going to do any photoshoot, especially a proposal or engagement shoot, in the Big Sur/Monterey area, I would highly recommend getting Adam!!

It's a factory with people who are not interested in good results just fast ones. They are rude to…read morethe kids and unwilling to help camera shy kids get more comfortable and one person actually snapped at us we when we asked for a different size top because it didn't fit. The people at the front desk are rude and unwilling to help with extra questions. They only allow appointments to be made online and wouldn't help with scheduling over the phone or in person. The packages are wildly over priced and the customer service over email and phone was surprisingly bad. The pricing is wild. I've never seen such high costs for such below-average work. They get one star for being super fast at their poor work.

Do not trust them to take any of your event photos. They missed capturing the handshake of my…read moredaughter's high school graduation (!!). Due to their limited operating hours, it took me 2 days to get anyone to pay attention and then I had to provide evidence that they missed it (what she was wearing and my own video from behind). Upon recognizing that they missed it, they came back with a "this is a common mistake" excuse. There was no sincerity in her tone or explanation. When I objected with the rationale that this is not a common mistake as schools would not employ them, then the manager put me on hold, came back several minutes later with a softer and kinder apology that seemed scripted (AI?) That sudden turn in her tone did not make sense to me. I asked to speak to or get a call back from the owner and then she got angry and her original tone/lack of concern came out. I will be reaching out to their staff again because as a family owned studio, I expected better. I will be informing the school as well.

Yes. Amazing photographer and person. 60th Birthday party was very special for my wife Sabrina!!!!!…read more I cannot thank Harry enough! Definitely recommend!!!!!!

Awesome Photographer Harry is so easy to work with and he's…read moreso accommodating and flexible. Unfortunately, we had an unfortunate situation so it caused us great delay in making our final selection out of all the proofs that Harry provided to us. We never felt any pressure from Harry, just compassionate and caring as we are dealing with our health issues here. I have to say timing is so very key if you are considering doing a Portrait for whatever do it now! Time waits for no one! Life happens when we least expect it. Looking for a great photographer Harry Who is your guy at least for us. I'm returning for my 75th Portrait sometime soon maybe in 2026 when life slows down for me and getting used to our New Normal whatever the Lord has for us.

If you're looking for a wedding photographer in the Bay Area, we cannot recommend Toan Photography…read moreenough! We absolutely loved working with Toan and his team. From the very beginning, they were incredibly knowledgeable, talented, professional, and genuinely easy to work with. Planning a DIY wedding comes with plenty of stress, but Toan was hands down our easiest and favorite vendor throughout the entire process. Neither of us is naturally comfortable in front of a camera, but Toan has an incredible eye and knows exactly how to direct and pose you. He gave us simple, clear guidance that made us feel relaxed and confident, and somehow made even the least photogenic person look like a natural model. The entire experience felt fun instead of awkward. His photography speaks for itself. The photos are absolutely stunning and capture every moment so beautifully. His work is so strong that the images barely need any editing--they're timeless, natural, and simply breathtaking. Every photo feels like a work of art, and we know we'll treasure them for the rest of our lives. We also really appreciated how honest, flexible, and accommodating Toan was throughout the process. He frequently offered packages and special deals, which we were incredibly grateful for. Booking, scheduling, billing, and communication were always seamless, and we never ran into a single issue. On our wedding day, Toan and his team made us feel completely at ease during one of the biggest and most emotional days of our lives. They were calm, organized, and knew exactly how to keep everything running smoothly while capturing every special moment. His craftsmanship is worth every penny. After working with him, we completely understand why he's so highly rated throughout the Bay Area. If you're considering Toan Photography, don't hesitate--you'll be investing in an amazing experience and memories you'll cherish forever. Thank you, Toan and your team, for exceeding every expectation!

My husband and I hired Toan to photograph our wedding, and we could not have been happier with the…read moreresults! Toan was honestly a dream to work with; the guidance, artistry, professionalism, and fun attitude he brought to our wedding were incredible. He's extremely charistmatic and talented and captured the happiness of the day perfectly in our expressions and body language. Should we have any other events in the future, we will absolutely keep Toan in mind!

I was having my second baby and didn't think I wanted maternity pics. I changed my mind and wanted…read moreto have mommy & me pics with my 2 yr old. I was scheduled to give birth on a Saturday and Ozlem fit me in for a mini shoot the Tuesday before. The pictures were absolutely adorable. I was so happy I changed my mind. When my baby was born, I was so exhausted but wanted a little family picture. Ozlem booked us another mini session and the pictures once again didn't disappoint. Her background was so soft and bright it gave a more upbeat vibe than the black and white newborn pics.

Every session feels like magic!…read more We've had the absolute pleasure of working with Ozlem for several years now, and I truly can't imagine trusting anyone else to capture our family's most special moments. Her talent behind the camera is undeniable--she has an incredible eye for detail, light, and composition. Whether it's a chaotic family gathering or a quiet newborn shoot, she brings calm & patience. Somehow, she always manages to capture the essence of who we are as a family--those authentic, fleeting moments that are more precious than any posed shot could ever be. Her finished photos are consistently stunning--thoughtfully edited and timeless. We're so grateful to have found her! If you're lucky enough to work with her, you'll understand exactly what I mean.

As a first time mom, research on the best products for your newborn is no easy task. I wanted to…read moremake sure I found the best, professional, kind and high quality first newborn photographer in the bay area. I came across Olgas instagram page and read all YElP reviews and let me tell you the reviews dont lie! From the beginning Olga was quick to respond and provide fast availability for my 3 week old and family to take our first family photos. She came to my home on time and was responsive with texts. Any questions I had she was quick to respond. She handled our precious baby so well, swaddled her and put her to sleep faster than I can! The pictures were done in the comfort of our home and she brought everything! As a new time mommy having 1 less thing to prepare for is amazing! She took so many photos and provided so many options and was in and out! Also her prices are the best for the high quality and amazing experience you"ll be gettting. Thank you Olga for making this experience a lasting memory for our new and growing family!

Olga was very nice to work with. She made our one year old very comfortable during the photoshoot…read more Pictures came out to be really great! Highly recommend!

We absolutely loved our experience! The photos from our daughter's first birthday shoot came out…read morestunning, and I know we'll cherish them forever. I can already imagine her loving these photos when she's older. She was incredibly communicative while we were making plans, so organized and responsive, and turned the edits around very quickly. She was also amazing with our baby. Babies can be so unpredictable, but she made her feel completely comfortable and captured the sweetest moments. She also has an incredible selection of props and setups. We'll definitely be booking her again for future milestones. Highly recommend!

Today's experience absolutely exceeded our expectations! This mama had happy tears within the first…read more15 minutes of the session. Sherri went above and beyond with our newborn. We are convinced that she is a baby whisperer! Babygirl woke up several times and Sherri was able to get her to calm down and get back to sleep comfortably. When Baby became hungry and fussy, Sherri was so patient and understanding. She truly has the magic touch with both babies as well as her photography talent. We got a few glimpses of the photos and are in love. We cannot wait to see the rest! 100/10 recommend!

When I decided to step up my brand, I knew I needed a creative who could make it possible, someone…read morewho truly understood the mission behind my work. Gaby took the time to dive into my brand, prep with me, bring the right team, and create an experience where I felt both comfortable and seen. She also delivered tools and resources to bring my brand to the next level (AI Tools, Social Media Planner, Branding Image Guide...). That level of detail and care is what sets her apart. Thank you, Gaby, for your professionalism, vision, and heart. I'll definitely work with you again!

Gaby is worthy of every five-star review you see here. I too was skeptical at so many rave reviews,…read morebut now having gone through the entire experience, I can wholeheartedly say she is fabulous, worth every penny, and an absolute professional at what she does. I was looking to take in-studio maternity photos near Los Gatos and filled out a few inquiry forms. Another photographer responded, gave available dates, and asked for a deposit. I put that session on my calendar and then Gaby called me. She took the time to get to know me, ask about my pregnancy journey, wanted to see a Pinterest board of pictures I liked, then asked to come over to see my belly. She said she likes to book sessions based on belly size, not by week of pregnancy because everyone grows at different rates. This level of personalization and thoughtfulness made me cancel my initial booking and go with Gaby. And I am so grateful this is how she works because when she saw me, she said my belly is already big and we should take the shoot next week. Much sooner than I thought - 24 weeks, but I am so so glad to have done photos earlier because now at 28 weeks, I feel swollen and way less attractive, and my initial booking with the other photographer wouldn't have been until week 32! A few highlights of my experience with Gaby: - Wardrobe consultation was extremely helpful and took the stress off me to figure out what to wear and how to match my husband. - In-studio hair and makeup were provided so it was one less thing to worry about day-of and book separately. Her artist is also sooo talented and did a great job. - Gaby provided a bottle of red wine for my husband while he waited for my hair and makeup. He LOVED it and had a blast drinking the bottle throughout the shoot. This and the little touches like robe and slippers, snacks, and drinks made our shoot so much more relaxed and enjoyable. - I thought my Pinterest board was just for inspiration. What surprised me was Gaby took the time and energy to basically recreate every picture and pose I liked. Setting up the shoot, lighting, everything. My husband and I are also not super comfortable in front of the camera and she was so patient directing us, fixing hair, and making adjustments. - We could not be happier with how our pictures turned out. Absolutely stunning. It was a long and tough journey for me to get pregnant, and I'm so grateful to have such beautiful pictures to remember this pregnancy by. I also really appreciated how responsive Gaby was, answering my millions of questions and providing a few retouched photos earlier so I could have them in time for my baby shower. She is the absolute best and I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you Gaby for everything!!