We had the absolute best experience with our wedding photographer! From the very beginning, she…read morebrought such a warm, positive energy that instantly put us at ease. On a day that can feel a little overwhelming, she somehow managed to keep everything fun, relaxed, and running smoothly. Not only is she incredibly talented, but she also has an amazing eye for capturing those genuine, candid moments that make the day so special. She didn't just take photos--she told the story of our wedding in the most beautiful, authentic way. Looking through our pictures feels like reliving the entire day all over again. She was also so easy to work with--responsive, organized, and genuinely invested in making sure everything turned out exactly how we hoped. Our family and friends even commented on how great she was to be around! If you're looking for someone who is professional, creative, and brings the best energy to your big day, I truly cannot recommend her enough. We're so grateful we chose her!

From start to finish, Amanda has been incredible. My husband and I met with her over video chat…read moremany times prior to the wedding; by the time the big day arrived, it felt like we had known her for years. She truly takes the time to get to know her couples. When we received our full gallery, I was in joyful tears all over again. The photos are an absolute dream! She captured everything so beautifully, and we are beyond grateful. Amanda is talented, personable, and truly genuine. Not to mention, she has a great sense of humor and makes all those 'in-between' moments so much fun. Amanda is everything we could have asked for and more. Her presence truly made our day that much more special

We cannot recommend Constance enough! After our original photographer did a complete no call, no…read moreshow for our newborn son's photo shoot, we were stressed, disappointed, and worried we'd miss those precious early moments. She truly came to the rescue. Not only did she respond quickly, but she was able to fit us into her schedule within just a few days. From the moment she arrived, she was professional, calm, and incredibly patient with our newborn. She handled our son with such care and made the entire experience feel relaxed and enjoyable during what can be a very overwhelming time for new parents. The photos turned out absolutely stunning -- more beautiful than we could have imagined. She captured the sweetest little details and moments that we will treasure forever. Her talent, kindness, and willingness to step in last-minute meant so much to our family. If you're looking for someone reliable, compassionate, and exceptionally talented, look no further. We are beyond grateful for her and would book her again in a heartbeat!

Constance approached me in Rockridge when I was super pregnant at the end of October - she shared…read moreher business card, and I checked out her website. Really liking her style of photography, we scheduled a newborn photo session with Constance at the end of November with our two week old son. Constance was incredibly responsive and professional. Not only that, she is a baby photo whisperer - she had a bunch of helpful suggestions to help our time together go smoothly. She brought a whole bag of adorable outfits and props, and she was happy to let us choose some of our own outfits, too. For this session we decided to stay home and take photos around our house and yard, and they turned out beautifully. We are so pleased with these special keepsakes! Constance also made it easy to review the raw photo collection after the shoot, choose the ones we wanted, and deliver the final files all online. She also offers large size prints! In the future I'd love to do an on-location shoot with our son in the redwoods of Oakland. I already have ideas :) Thank you, Constance!

I had a great experience working with Lily. This was my first time ever getting professional…read moreheadshots done and I'm definitely not someone who is comfortable in front of a camera. Lily has a calm, easygoing way about her that made it feel much more relaxed than I expected. She guided me without over-directing, kept things moving efficiently, and somehow managed to get a bunch of shots I actually really like (which is saying something). The session itself was quick, but I never felt rushed. She gave me plenty of great options to choose from. I also got the final photos back about a week later, which was a nice, quick turnaround. Lily is warm, professional, and clearly knows exactly what she's doing. I would absolutely recommend Lily Dong Photography to anyone who needs quality photos, especially if you're a little camera-shy like me.

Really speedy and clear communication. Flexible with scheduling. Works fast and knows the little…read moredetails that goes into making a great photo. I appreciated Lily's instructions and wardrobe recommendations. I also appreciated the very subtle editing she did to the photo. It was a real bonus that Lily's studio was close by, too. If I need to get another photo taken in the future, I would definitely go back.

Friendly photographer. On time and knew City Hall well. The photos came quickly and were amazing…read more Highly recommend!

We had the pleasure of working with Eric for our wedding photos at SF City Hall, and we couldn't be…read morehappier with the entire experience. From the very beginning, Eric was incredibly responsive and helpful. Even before our shoot, he shared great tips and answered all our questions, which made us feel confident and excited going into the day. On the day of our wedding, Eric showed up early and was extremely professional. His talent and vision were clear right away. My husband and I aren't the most experienced when it comes to posing, but Eric guided us through everything so naturally. One of the best parts? The turnaround time. He sent us a sneak peek of the photos just a few hours after the shoot -- and they already looked amazing! By the next day, he sent over all the unedited photos so we could choose our favorites. The final edits came back in just a week, and you could tell he put a lot of time and effort into each image. If you're looking for a talented, professional, and genuinely kind photographer, I highly recommend Eric. He captured our special day beautifully and made the whole process easy and enjoyable!

Michelle is great! I hired her for my daughter's one year birthday party. She is talented and more…read moreimportantly she knows how to deal with kids. My daughter doesn't smile or laugh much, I'm surprised to see Michelle let her laugh and caught all these great moments. I will definitely hire her again for our next family shooting. PS: Michelle made all the pinks boxes and brought them to my place.

Wanted to highly recommend Michelle! We've had a great experience with her both times we worked…read moretogether, and she's been really patient with handling kids and their moods. We had a multi-generation photograph with lots of people and moving parts and it went super smoothly and everyone came out feeling happy. She was super professional and kind and fun to work with and has a great eye for shots and lighting, and provides just the right level of coaching to get good pictures. We will happily work with her again. Thank you!

My partner and I worked with Ken Lew for our 20th anniversary photoshoot a few months ago. Ken has…read morethe ability to tune into who his clients are, provide a lot of ease to be themselves, and capture the true beauty in each person. Ken magically captured the essence of our love - silly, playful, supportive, and loving. Definitely book your next photoshoot with Ken.

I met Ken in Chicago while I was visiting friends. He offered us impromptu headshots and we…read moreimmediately hit it off! This was my first time having professional headshots taken. Ken offered lots of direction and had his kit ready to make adjustments for lighting in the moment. Ken took the time to offer a few location options to change up the background on-site. He also had a really fast turn around for delivery. If you need a photographer, I highly recommend you utilize Ken! He has awesome energy and offers great quality work.

I am so thankful I found Michelle at The Floral Shovel. My family and I were fortunate to book a…read morefamily portrait session with her and, without a doubt, we will be getting more pictures done in the future. She was a pleasure to work with, from the creative brainstorming we did to go over the style we were looking for, to the session itself, Michelle's upbeat and warm personality put me and my family at ease and made the whole process FUN! She also came, not only with the needed props to photograph my unpredictable 6 month old, but with a beautiful handmade flower crown for her to wear which took the photo session, and the final photos themselves, to a level of professionalism I didn't anticipate. I am one proud and thankful Momma, for sure!

From the owner: The Floral Shovel provides family photography as well as floral styling for weddings and events.read more

My wife and I got married this past December, and we couldn't be happier with our wedding…read morephotographer, Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera. I actually found Jennifer after searching online for photographers in San Francisco and her work immediately stood out. Her style felt fresh and unconventional -- more documentary and journalistic than traditional -- and I especially loved her use of black and white photography, which was a big reason we chose her. The day started at our hotel, where she jumped between our separate rooms to capture my wife and me getting ready. Before she had even gotten to our rooms, she had already scouted the perfect location for our first look. The moment was absolutely incredible, and she handled everything; we didn't have to do a thing but follow her lead. That professional confidence continued at City Hall. She has a masterful familiarity with the building. She took full control of the shoot, guiding us as she told us exactly where to stand, how to pose, and where to move next so we could just relax and enjoy the moment. As a photographer myself, I really appreciated her confidence and professionalism. All we had to do was follow instructions and be present. She knows San Francisco City Hall inside and out -- the lighting, the angles, the timing, and the key locations that truly matter -- every shot felt deliberate and it showed. The technical skill here is top-notch-- the compositions were beautiful, the balance of each frame was spot-on, and her gorgeous color grading. We received around 300 images, and the quality is so consistent that I plan to print every last one of them in large format to ensure we have a permanent physical archive. When we received the final package, we were so touched -- she sent our photos on a beautiful USB drive along with printed images, some sweets, and other thoughtful details. It was the perfect finishing touch to a genuinely wonderful experience. If you're getting married at City Hall -- or anywhere in San Francisco -- Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera is exceptional. Thank you Jennifer! Laura and Junior.

We couldn't be happier with the photos from our wedding day and A Girl and A Camera Photography!…read moreFrom start to finish, Jennifer and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were professional, attentive, and so easy to have around on such an important day. What we absolutely loved was Jennifer's eye for the little moments. Beyond the portraits and formal shots, she captured the quiet glances, the spontaneous laughter, and all the small details that made our wedding day feel like ours. We can't recommend Jennifer highly enough!

Honestly, I had zero desire to do a maternity photo shoot, but having gone through it with my wife…read moreRachel, and now seeing the results on my screen, I'm very very glad I did! Annie is fast, inexpensive and professional. The shoot was easy and she gave good direction and had good vision and instincts. I'll be using her for future projects too-- head shots, team photos, holiday events, whatever I can get her for. I'm a convert Sean

The best gift we received from my best friends for our wedding was the lifetime memories that Annie…read morecaptured. We absolutely loved working with Annie from start to finish on our very special day! Not only did she make us "photo-awkward" folks feel completely comfortable, she caught all of the little details of our wedding that anyone else would've missed. We love Annie's work, and her easy-going spirit -- we absolutely recommend hiring Annie as your special event photographer and would give her 10 stars if we could!