We recently did a quick family getaway to Sarasota to celebrate the big 6-0 for my mom. Since the…read moreentire family would be getting together (a rare occurrence with everyone living in a different city), I thought it would be nice to get family photos. I reached out to a bunch of photographers via Yelp, including Gold Sun Studios. Allison responded immediately and when she explained her pricing model ($100 for 15 photos) I immediately asked what the catch was because I've hired several professional photographers in Chicago and that's by far the most affordable pricing I've seen. Not to mention her photos on Yelp and her website were really good! When she promised me there was no catch I booked Allison for an hour long sunset session on the beach of our hotel. She was very responsive leading up to the session and arrived right on time. And for once I even got my kids somewhere on time too- vacation agrees with us! We took a few photos of the entire family and then she ended up taking a bunch of candids of everyone. My kids were having a blast playing in the sand and getting wet; it was definitely one of the more relaxing and fun photo shoots we've done. The very next day (speedy!) I had all unedited photos in my inbox. I think narrowed it down to my 15 favorites and she returned the edited versions the very next day. And they perfectly documented this special trip/birthday. We really liked Sarasota so think we'll make our way back at some point and I would definitely call Allison again. in fact, I've already recommended her to everyone I know taking vacations there and/or are lucky enough to live in the area.

We love Allison and her husband, Mark! I found Gold Sun Studios through a search when looking for a…read morewedding photographer who wouldn't eat up our entire wedding budget. Allison was friendly and open to our ideas and flexible with any changes. Prior to the wedding, Allison took our official engagement photos and photos for our Christmas card. We love the quality and the number of pictures she took both times. Both locations were outdoors and we had so much fun finding different areas to choose. Our wedding itself was outstanding! The sheer number of pictures they took was amazing. Guests loved the photo op staging area and my husband and I loved all of the pictures. We have already framed several different shots and plan on giving some as Christmas gifts this year. I can only hope to use Allison again in the future - maybe for baby pictures!

The studio has such a relaxed, friendly vibe that you immediately forget you're about to be…read morephotographed. The photographer is incredibly patient and professional, yet makes the session feel fun and natural -- no stiff poses, no "say cheese" nonsense. The photos themselves are amazing. Every shot captures genuine smiles and personality, whether it's a family session, a beach backdrop, or just everyday moments. You leave with images that look effortless but feel full of character. From start to finish, the experience is smooth and enjoyable. The staff make you feel comfortable, guide you through poses naturally, and ensure the end result is something you'll actually want to display. Highly recommend for anyone wanting professional photos without the awkwardness of a traditional studio.

I cannot emphasize enough the photographic skill and creativity of Richel Lavette. I recently…read morehosted a once-in-a-lifetime fraternity "Chartering" event that included both an early afternoon initiation, as well as a 190 person celebratory banquet including dinner, numerous guest speakers and awards to be presented. She handled both events professionally and with a great eye for framing, lighting and spontaneity. Richel Lavette is the consummate professional photographer. Her skill set includes image set up, proper lighting, images that tell a story, taking charge of large group photos with incredible tact, and looking for the small details that make a good image even better. Ms. Lavette can see what others do not. Her experience, and speed in finding the right images tell an unparalleled story. She requires initial input from the client, and once she understands the priorities, Richel can work independently with little to no supervision. But, beyond her obvious skills as a photographer, she has a strong work ethic and is always ready to capture a spontaneous moment that some photographers simply do not see. Her people skills are outstanding, and is always encouraging people to smile, and have fun while being photographed. Her greatest skills? The ability to listen, interpret, and deliver spectacular results. Lavette Photo Studios is an excellent photo studio, and I give Richel, and her studio my highest recommendations. She earned it.

Gerardo has helped us many times, from product photography, videos of products and events, to new…read moreprofile photos and family photos. He truly makes sure we are happy with every detail and makes it fun. Thank you Gerardo!!

Gerardo is fantastic! He takes the time to understand exactly what you are looking for and to help…read moreyou prepare perfectly for your session. He's got great fashion advice, so you look your best in your photos. His eye for how color and texture show up on film is magic! And he's fun Highly recommend!!

Crist and Hannah from We The Blackwells are so awesome and fun!! They are down-to-Earth people that…read moreput out a great vibe. We are so happy that we had them do the photography and videography for our wedding! They keep the mood light while at the same time keeping the work professional. We The Blackwells were so easy to work with and the pictures turned out better than we could have hoped. We sent them inspo pics ahead of time for the aesthetic we were going for and they knocked it out of the park. Communication with them was perfect from the moment we reached out to them to inquire about their services. I highly recommend reaching out to We The Blackwells for your photography and videography needs!

We had the pleasure of having Crist and his team as our photographers for our engagement shoot and…read moreour wedding along with being the videographers as well! Crist made my husband and I feel so confident in front of the camera. To say we were in awe of the results is an understatement. They were extremely communicative and put mine and my husband's requests and needs before anyone else's in the moments of craziness. I cannot recommend them enough!

I was visiting the area and needed professional photography done urgently for an engagement…read more Emaleen Call Photography provided just that with best customer service experience I have ever had. One session was at the Clearwater beach and one in Tampa and the owner and her partner were some of the nicest and most patient people I have met. I would recommend them to anyone anytime as I'm so appreciative of their skill and professionalism! The photos look amazing as well!!

From the owner: Hi there! My late…read morefather was the one who introduced me to the world of photography. My first impressions on photography were uncool, vintage, and "only for old people". You see, back then the camera was this huge bulky heavy thing that you have to put around your neck for safety reasons. And as a high school student and teenager, I was like there's no way I'm carrying that thing around my friends. But my father was the adviser for the school publication and "forced" me to be part of the team (so thankful he didn't give up on me). After much scolding and grilling the next thing I know I was learning the basics of photojournalism. To my surprise, it was very exciting to see a certain subject through the lens and focusing it on making a story. To make the long story shorter, I joined a couple of photo contest, press conferences, etc. When I got to college, I stayed close to photography (loving it very much now), worked with professional photographers, and studied photography. Now as a

Jommy is an excellent photographer! But more importantly, she is reliable, available, and…read moreefficient. She has even been available to do a photo shoot for a client on the beach with only 1 hour notice. From a New Yorker's perspective, its hard to find services line that in Florida!

We recently had Jommy take family pictures and we are so happy with the way they turned out!! Jommy…read moreis so easy to work with, she is very sweet, caring, and patient. There were 10 of us and she still was able to get all of the combinations of people shot (along with several whole family shots). Her turnaround time on the photos were super quick and gave us plenty to choose from. She is 10/10!

Great working with Kyle! He is extremely professional and gave me some great tips beforehand.read more

Kyle did a beautiful job photographing our wedding and captured the moment perfectly. I would…read morehighly recommend him to be your family's photographer. People tell me all the time, how gorgeous our wedding photos are and we can't thank him enough.

We had a family photo session on the boardwalk and beaches of Fort Meyers Florida. Alex was…read morewonderful with communication leading up to the session and was prompt and prepared when arriving. We had a party of six and he took time with each individual person and couples to make sure every possible moment was captured. We were able to take photos on the boardwalk as well as on the beach providing a wonderful mix of environments! Very talented and professional! Photos ended up looking great!

Had a great experience using Still Nation for some family beach photographs. They were very…read moreresponsive and organized with the pre-planning and everything day of went super smooth. Even though the weather wasn't ideal on the day of the shoot, we were able to get plenty of amazing photos that we'll cherish forever. Can't recommend Alex and Angela enough!

Consistently amazing photography! Todd is one of the best photographers we've worked with. He makes…read morethe whole process easy and has a wonderful way with kids. The photos he's taken for our family are the most beautiful ones we've ever had, and his way of capturing light is truly amazing! From booking a time, guiding us throughout the shoot, and receiving the photos back so fast, Todd makes the process easy and fun. He provides such a priceless value for capturing memories! We cannot recommend him enough, and look forward to working with him in the years to come.

We took family pictures on the beach with Todd. They came out awesome and he was so great to work…read morewith. He was very patient with our two toddlers and baby and the pictures came out wonderful!