Laurie Brandt ended up being my first pick for my first born son's newborn photographer. I LOVE…read morenewborn photography but Laurie's work was hands down the best. She had so many ideas I loved I did my best not to torture her in regards to themes, ideas, & props. She also had done newborn photography with several acquaintances of mine. The long winding country road I drove that November that leads to her studio should be on the cover of a New England Postcard. The falling leaves and trees I passed set the scene or privacy, nature & serenity! She has a gorgeous home photography studio- set on a picturesque property with 360 degree lake views. Just being there brought a sense of calm over you! Laurie asked me what I wanted and introduced me to her daughter Tiffany who would be assisting her during the Newborn Photography shoot. Laurie immediately got to work & I could tell she was a naturally creative spirit. She has an amazing energy and aura about her that transcends into her work! She took my ideas and transformed them into beautiful art. I wanted to incorporate a "Prince Theme" since that was my sons baby shower as well as a "Peter Rabbit Theme" since that was my sons Nursery as well as those quintessential newborn pictures & a few Christmas pictures since it was next month I could use a few of these for Christmas Cards as well as whatever she suggested which was a "Mother & Me" Picture & some other things I Loved. I loved and wished I could have kept them all (including the proofs)! Most important about Laurie in addition to her spirit was how great and accommodating she was to me and my son. I had no qualms about her holding, posing, or adjusting him. She also gave me plenty of time for feeding/changing throughout the session. You could tell she was a Mom with an amazing maternal side that translates into her photography. My son slept through the ENTIRE photo shoot except for when he peed on Laurie- which she handled- LIKE A CHAMP. She quickly let me know and we got him cleaned up and she just kept rolling! That in and of itself- was amazing! Naturally- I felt bad and apologized and she was like "Don't worry about it" she Shook it Off enduring "it happens all the time"! She also has an amazing room dedicated to Newborns/Kids & Their Mom's/Caretakers in which she has a changing table with all supplies, wipes/toys/etc. Newborn Props & Newborn Outfits as well as an area to breastfeed -which I personally thought was amazing!! She made me feel immediately comfortable and I'm a pretty shy individual! Her young daughter Tiffany was also naturally gifted with photography and newborn posing and appeared to be just as creative as her experienced mother! They made a great team and made me feel great about being a First Time Mom and observed I was very natural tending to my son and stopping to breastfeed in between our 3 hour session. The studio grounds are absolutely beautiful & her backdrops are amazing. I know she also does "themes" and offers full scale sets for some of these I believe such as Fairy Sets (unless that's just an example of her beautiful editing). I've seen her do newborn photography with: Disney Movies, Where the Wild Things Are, Rainbow Baby Tributes, Police Officer Tributes, and really anything you want. WHAT TO KNOW: Laurie is extremely talented and creative and is amazing with both newborns AND parents. She comes highly recommended by many friends and individuals in RI! She is very easy to work with, down to earth and extremely approachable and works with what YOU want! CONTACT HER ASAP to schedule an appointment- because you don't want her to be booked when going into labor and she usually doesn't like to take newborns over 14 days old. The first time you meet her you can tell that she gets inspired by each and every shoot- which is refreshing to work with and see! She is also an amazing and FAST editor- as well! She is my absolute favorite newborn photographer in the State of Rhode Island & I would recommend her to any Mom - especially nervous first time Mom's like I was because she put me at ease instantly and she made the whole process a breeze! Anyone looking to do something Creative or One of a Kind with your child or newborn you have to schedule with Laurie and first time Mom's have to do the Mommy & Me Picture!! I'll love and cherish all these pictures forever! A fun and memorable experience (as it should be) opposed to the horror shows I've gone through at Target & JC Penny.

What can I say about Laurie other than the fact that she is phenomenal!? Her energy and spirit is…read moreamazing - I am a firm believer that others impact your mood and energy, each and every time we have been to her studio it's been a positive experience. And the results are another amazing story. I heard about her through the grapevine and did maternity photos with her. Let me tell you, the last thing an expectant mom who resembles the Goodyear blimp would like to do is pose for photos. I already felt beautiful and glowing, just didn't want to capture the physical gains on camera; however, Laurie made me feel comfortable and brought out gorgeous gowns, utilized some of the beautiful nature on her property, & and took some pretty damn good photos too! Next visit was the newborn session and she handled my 10 day old peanut with such care, she never woke, not until the end! Laurie kept the studio warm and gave ample time for feedings and changes. Most recently, we did the 6 month shoot - once again, Laurie had that magic that resulted int daughters personality shining through. Positive energy reinforces positive results! Looking forward to the 1 year and holiday photos!

Kayla was mediocre at best. We hired her to take candids and capture the key moments of our small,…read moreintimate, condensed wedding. We did also provide a short list of combinations of people we wanted to capture. Many of these were missed and Kayla thought it was ok to skip the groom. The photos we received were unflattering with odd poses, off smiles, and eyes looking in different directions.

Wow, five stars for Kayla. My husband and I DO NOT photograph well and I was so worried that we…read morewould spend hours taking photos at our wedding and hate them all. BUT THEN KAYLA came into our lives!!!! Every single photo is a GEM. I love them all and will post my favorites. Besides the quality of photos, Kayla herself i amazing. She communicates frequently and efficiently. I had her email and her cell if I ever needed her. We met her once at her gorgeous studio and another time over the phone to plan pre wedding stuff. But the DAY OFF she blew me away. She was on time, prompt and on point. She tended to me and checked in to see if I needed water or how I was feeling, things not even photography related. She was patient and precise with her directions for my family taking photos. They all raced how they loved how they got the shots outside quickly so the older members of the family could go back inside and sit. She brought these lights for the dance floor that made all the action shots look amazing. I can't even go on enough about how awesome Kayla is and how you should book her immediately. I don't want to ruin any little surprises for any future brides but I will tell you that Kayla sends you little gifts before the wedding and after that show how much she cares. Little personal touches to remind you that your event wasn't just a job for her, that she cares about you as a couple. I even chat with her about house decor and recommended floor cleaners for her!!! Why are you still reading this review??? BOOK HER NOW!!!

Leah (and her beauty squad) were UNBELIEVABLE and so easy to work with for my boudoir shoot. I…read morewalked in shaking because I was so nervous as this type of thing was totally out of my comfort zone. She calmed me down so quickly and was so fun and easy going. She fit me in last minute so I could have the pics in time for Valentine's Day and she was super quick to get back to me on all of my inquiries. The pictures came out absolutely amazing and that's coming from the worlds most self-conscious person. I ended up buying all of them and it was worth every penny!

I had an amazing experience getting boudoir photographs taken at the studio. I had some questions…read morebefore and everything was answered quickly and thoroughly. Day of was super fun. Makeup application was flawless & Leah was around to start chatting and make me feel more comfortable. I was anxious and nervous but Leah was funny and talked me through everything. I would refer everyone to this studio. Great time & amazing ohotos.

Jill and fellow artists at Baja Face Painting are awesome! From kids parties to large trade shows,…read morethese are the face painters to call for your next event. They're professional, great with children, and use non-toxic, water-based paints that are easy to wash off. Baja artists have worked at recent big events such as the Boston GreenFest, Down:2:Earth Expo, Borders Dedham Grand Opening, Magic Beans Anniversary Celebration, the NE Flower Show, NE Motorcycle Show, World of Wheels, and lots of others. Many references available.

What a great experience! I used Jill for my daughters first birthday party and she was a hit! She…read moreis so talented and sweet with the children. We spoke a few times before the event and she was prompt returning messages and was on time for the event. She designed winter themed face paints (did a penguin, Olaf, and snowflake mask complete with jewels ). She was so great all generations enjoyed her!

The ambiance was amazing both him and his partner made us feel extremely comfortable and safe, the…read morephotoshoot was amazing and intimate and I can't wait to book again

Best photographer in RI. My newborn photos came out so good. I am very happy. Michaela is very…read morepersonable and patient and takes her time with the baby. I would recommend her!

This studio offers a wide range of things like recording and mixing, graphic designing, visuals,…read morephotography and videography. They were flexible enough to meet with me. B08 Studios was able to give me a great deal on a package for my baby shower. I contacted Jay the graphic designer to design some invitations for my guest. B08 had also offered me their photographer and a videographer. They were much help, as this event became stressful. I am quite pleased with the turn out of there services. They are very precise on getting the job done. You can contact them via email: B08Studio@Gmail.com

There are good photographers, great photographers, and then there's Brad Smith, the greatest…read more Having briefly worked with Brad with Yelp, I knew he was not only an excellent photographer, but a really cool guy. When I got engaged, I knew that there was no one else that I would rather have photograph our wedding. I remember telling Brad early on that James and I weren't the kind of couple that would be into cutesy poses, but after the post-ceremony oxytocin kicks in, and Brad gives the direction for a gentle kiss on the forehead, you're all about it, and it feels perfectly natural. He will take advantage of the light, and weather to make sure you capture the most beautiful and romantic photos possible on your special day. Throughout the rest of the day, other than the obligatory posed photos, Brad is quietly doing his job, capturing both the ordinary and extraordinary moments with professionalism and skill beyond compare. It's true that after the big day ends, all you're left with is the photos. It's worth investing in a photographer, like Brad, on whom you can depend to capture all of the moments you want to remember for a lifetime. Thank you, Brad!

To all of Brad's potential and future clients,…read more You've found your photojournalist; be it engagement shoot, wedding photographer, or event documentarian. I've gotten to know Brad over the past few months at different parties where he has been the resident photographer. He is kind, unobtrusive, and boy does he have the 'eye' - mushy backgrounds, artistic depth of fields, a flash that works in low light and gives a soft glow PLUS he has a know how in post production - what blemishes?! A rare find in a single individual. He likes to hang back but is of course game for those more forward with wanting their picture taken...I don't know who I could be talking about? ;) To Brad - You are the best! The last event you shot inspired this little haiku - just for you: artsy camera man how to handle poser me clicks ticks flash so soft