I wanted to have some head shots taken in professional attire, but as a guy, smiling for strangers…read moreand having my picture taken was not something I was looking forward to. Fortunately, Clinton was very personable and easy going and he made the entire process painless. I was very happy with the finished product. I chose Clinton simply because his work looked better than that of the other photographers that I sorted through on Craigslist, and my instincts served me well. I highly recommend his services! I'd also recommend utilizing Clinton's makeup artist Torrie Arquette, who at a very reasonable price, will make sure that you look your best!

I recently engaged Clinton for some head shots and I am very happy with the excellent results…read more They reflect Clinton's skill, professionalism and patience. Clinton gave me much more time than promised and shot in several rounds. Between rounds he considered what was and was not working, then adjusted some detail such as lighting or posture. All the while he was good- humored and easy to work with. I find it hard to pose for the camera and it took a while to get head shots that looked natural and suitable. Clinton did a fine job of working with me to get the job done. I recommend him enthusiastically for formal head shots and more casual photography.

This is the worst investment I ever made. To this day, I am still incredibly upset about my…read morewedding photos. To make a long story short, I paid extra for engagement photos, they sent a very young college girl to take them, they came out TERRIBLE! Then they tried to retouch us with Photoshop and turned us into crayon people, very amateur (email me if you want to see them). A few of the pictures where we're sitting down has my butt crack was exposed, I mean, who would even take that picture? A heads up would have been nice!! The owner offered to take my photos for our reception which came out better, but we still don't have engagement photos that we paid extra for. They offered to take new ones and then disappeared... this was over a year ago. The DJ service was even worse! The guy showed up, and clearly had no experience as a DJ/Master of Ceremonies. The crowd was bored, and everyone left my reception (which started at 6 PM) at 9 PM!! I've gotten so much feed back from my friends and family that despite not wanting to hurt my feelings, said they were totally bored and wish the DJ had played something to make them want to dance. The photos on their website are not what you are going to get. I wish I had paid the $2500 for a real photographer instead of trying to save some money. It's like the old saying goes: "The cheap comes out expensive" or "You get what you pay for"!

About a month ago, I received an email from Heavenly Studios. It was pretty out of the blue; we had…read morenot heard from them since the wedding. They were not thrilled about my review and were hoping I would take it down. Apparently their photography business has been affected by reviews on Yelp. Also, it turns out they no longer offer the DJ package we purchased. I've never had a business ask me to remove a review so I contacted Yelp HQ for help. Yelp HQ thought my review was perfectly fine by their standards. "Yelp exists as a platform for customers to share their experiences, good or bad." They also stated "However, business owners are encouraged to address concerns over Yelp reviews via the site- that they're contacting you separately at all is a little odd." Business owners comment in response to customer reviews on Yelp all the time. If Heavenly Studios has something to say, I think posting a public business comment seems reasonable. So, to make things extra clear... my review was for the DJ PACKAGE. We appreciate that Heavenly Studios went the extra mile to set things right by finding us a new DJ after things with the original DJ fell through. However, even before the first DJ had to back out due to personal reasons, we experienced horrible customer service. Yes, they came through for us at the very end. And yes, we were happy with the DJ at the wedding, but it wasn't exactly flawless.

This review is long delayed as our wedding was in October 2025 and engagement photos in April 2025…read morebut looking back at the pictures captured by Vivian brings back so much good memories! Viv was immediately our first choice because she has an incredible portfolio of photographing in redwoods and nature which is sometimes very difficult to photograph with the different lighting. We are a bit awkward but from the get go, she was easy to talk to and was also organized. Our wedding was on the casual side so we did not have a planner but Viv was on top of everything and even though we had a day of coordinator, Viv was the one coordinating when it was her time and took lead which was much needed to wrangle everyone. The wedding was a tiny bit chaotic, running behind and rather short but Viv did a fantastic job capturing candid moments and making sure to pull us away for portrait photos away from everyone else before the wedding ended. She was professional and there wasn't a moment where I thought she was distracted. Her work speaks for itself but I really love that she shoots in multiple formats and captures the light and nature around the subjects so clearly and naturally. I often wish our wedding was slightly longer or not running behind because that would have given Viv even more time to take amazing pictures! We really enjoyed having Viv as our photography and thankful for the memories she has captured for us.

My partner and I were drawn to Vivian for her prior experience working with the venue and our…read morewedding planner, and, most importantly, her vision. We were given curated referrals for a photographer from both the venue, Mister Jiu's, and our wedding planner, and something about Vivian's photos struck us as both intimate and purposeful, naturally capturing the best moments in her subjects and the moment. Vivian has a terrific eye for capturing everything from the planned and choreographed to the spontaneous. Many of our photos were taken at the venue and the surrounding area of San Francisco's Chinatown before and during our dinner celebration. We were always in good hands, experimenting with different poses, cameras, and film to achieve a varied look, which, upon reflection, my wife and I were so glad Vivian took the time to do everything she did. We also appreciated her ability to switch gears from serious to witty, perfectly capturing every moment our surroundings or guests placed us in. And importantly, Vivian captured every important moment, framing our loved ones and us perfectly, even when we didn't know she was doing so. Vivian always made us feel welcomed, was always kind, and appreciated the love and joy perfectly captured in our photos that day. Thank you, Vivian, for being there with us on our special day!

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

Lisa is known as the best in the San Francisco Bay Area for a reason. I last shot with Lisa two…read moreyears ago. I trust her so much there was no doubt I would return and it just happened that I needed some updated looks so here we are. She understands the entertainment industry and what is needed for headshots that garner attention. She makes the sessions fun with her approachable personality and charisma. She is such a genuine person and a joy to collaborate with. I highly recommend her to those looking to upgrade their headshots and get to booking in 2026.

I just wrapped my second shoot with Lisa and once again I'm so grateful for her artistry and her…read morehumanity. The proofs show her gently and persistently drawing out a spirit of play she saw under my defenses. Lisa understands the power of an image and cares deeply about the reflection she offers you.

Gabriel was the perfect photographer to capture our small wedding at Roberts Regional. We first…read morefound Gabriel through his guides of the area and knew we wanted someone familiar with shooting in the redwoods. But even more than that, we wanted someone who could capture all of the emotions of the day - the joy, the whimsy, the tears, and everything in between. Gabriel did that and more. He listened to the type of photos we wanted to make sure we captured, but everything else we left up to his discretion and couldn't be happier. For example - going along with it when we found a big stick for some regal forest photos. He turned around our photos INCREDIBLY fast as well - within a few days of the wedding and in time for us to use them for the holidays. Would highly recommend Gabriel for your wedding or other photography needs!

Gabriel is the kind of photographer you hire and then thank yourself a million times over for doing…read moreit. As someone who has worked on the wedding planning side of the business, I know a good vendor and he is INCREDIBLE. He's dynamic, has a great eye and was so quick to capture our group shots. We did both engagement and wedding photos with him, and I will forever cherish these memories. I would recommend him without question, and will sing his praises to whoever will listen!

I hired Robert for professional pictures to update my linked in & social media pages. He was very…read moreflexible & helpful. he took the time to understand what style I was looking for. The pictures turned out amazing & I highly recommend him.

I worked with Robert to shoot some headshots for my portfolio and some fun shots for social media…read more If you have never hired a photographer before, I recommend making a moodboard to help you identify what style of shoot you'd like, which can help you communicate your vision to the photographer. I reached out via Instagram, and talked through my goals. I did include a moodboard and Robert made helpful suggestions that aligned with my vision. During the shoot itself, he was professional, and did a great job helping me to relax since I had no idea what I was doing and was a little bit nervous having my picture taken. The shots turned out great, and I'm loo

amazing work for my civil ceremony! Christina is so warm and welcoming & makes the whole booking…read moreprocess easy & secure. Communication was amazing and I felt confident the whole time from booking to wedding day. day of our photographer was so amazing and stuck it through the hot city hall, made us feel so comfortable and confident in all our poses. turn over time for our pictures was quick and efficient, our photos were PERFECT and matched exactly the inspo we had discussed. Nightingale will always have my business

Truly the best of the best! Not only did the photos come out absolutely stunning and perfect (and…read moreI'm a tough critic) but during the photo shoot, Christina was SO lovely. We had our two little daughters and she made them feel so comfy and they were laughing a ton. It was quick and painless and could not recommended enough.

Becca goes above, beyond, and "Yes, and!"…read more When my guy and I were searching for wedding photographers, we noticed from her galleries that she knew her way around redheads :P and that her candids really captured the character of the people and the energy of the event. When we started talking to her and working with her, we were also really excited and impressed by her creativity and the way she collaborated to expand on our vision. We had some amazingly ridiculous ideas for our engagement shoot and she affirmed AND added to them; she showed the eff up, and drove around Oakland with us, props and costumes in tow (she even responded to a drunk photo-bomber with grace and grit :P) We were shocked at how much fun we had! Both of us are kind of allergic to canned/posed photos, and Becca has an amazing balance of making sure our heads were tilted the right way so the composition still looks good, but not giving sooo much direction that it would be super stiff and awkward. We were cracking up at some of her prompts: "Okay so Lizzy, I want your shoulders turned this way but your energy going that way" and honestly, it worked! She knows how to cultivate a really nuanced and connected experience by describing things really specifically but leaving a lot of room for our playful interpretation and authenticity. On the wedding day, she brought the same balance of flexibility and strength/leadership. I had at least 2.5 meltdowns, and Becca was kind and solid throughout everything. She got so many amazing shots, and I actually heard from multiple guests about her calm and enthusiastic presence. One thousand percent recommend! Thank you so much, Becca. You're a superstar and we're so thrilled with every element of your work :)

Beyond being an incredibly skilled photographer who made my husband and I look like the best…read morepossible versions of ourselves, Becca is also such an incredibly warm and vibrant personality to be around. We had chatted with a number of photographers about our wedding, but it wasn't until we met Becca that we immediately clicked with both her aesthetic sensibilities and her warmth and friendliness. Being uneasy in front of cameras, it was super important for us that we felt comfortable around any photographer that we brought on, and with Becca, it just felt like hanging out and having fun. She had great ideas for photos and she was game for ours as well. The photos made it to us promptly and we couldn't be happier with the way they turned out. We look forward to having another opportunity to work with Becca again!