We are likely leaving the area in early 2014 so I wanted to have some professional photos done of…read moremyself with my husband and our greyhound to commemorate our time here. After doing some online research and talking with a few photographers I decided to work with Stacey. We met in Old Town Alexandria one Saturday afternoon in October. I was nervous at first but shortly into our photo session I felt at ease as Stacey is friendly, professional and fun, not to mention amazing at what she does! She was also great with our greyhound and got some adorable shots of him. Stacey has a wonderful eye for light and color and found a lot of unique backgrounds for our photos. Our online gallery was available after about a week and a half and the results were fantastic! Soon after, Stacey scheduled a free consultation with us to view all our photos on the large computer screen that she has and to help us pick out which prints and framing options we wanted to put up in our home. She even helped us decide how best to place the photos on the wall. We received all our prints last week and have gotten our framed prints up on the wall, we couldn't be happier! If we were staying in the area I would absolutely work with Stacey again in the future.

Stacey is amazing. I first met her through a friend that was organizing a head shots evening for…read morelots of professional friends, so I bought 15 min in a studio with Stacey and got the best headshot that has come in so very handy many times. I moderated a panel last week and a panelist I was being introduced to said, "yes, the woman with the most amazing head shot." Yesterday morning we did our 5th(!) family mini session shoot with Stacey in a garden next to the Capitol. It's wonderful to get these beautiful shots of our children growing up -- and have some shots with me that I love that aren't selfies! Years ago Stacey took an iconic (among our family and friends) photo of my son sulking off to the left of the Washington monument when my husband and I were were standing to the right smiling while pregnant with our daughter. That same day Stacey was able to joke around with our son and get the best shots of him smiling and enjoying himself. Our daughter enjoys the shoots just as much. Thank you, Stacey!

I got headshots done back in November, and they came out incredible! I was very nervous (tried to…read moreplay it cool), and Moshe made the process easy and comfortable. He gave a lot of tips and guidance. You won't feel rushed, even when you ask a lot of questions, which I think I did (again, I was nervous). I received my photos with the touchups back quickly and still get compliments to this day. The headshots are a great investment, as I tried to take various types of photos that would align with different areas in my life (i.e. nonprofit professional, author, and small business owner.) The location was easy to get to. Wish I could have seen the pup, but there is always next time. I recommended Moshe to my place of employment, as they are looking to get headshots done for staff.

Really enjoyed my session with Moshe. Consummate professional, and so generous with his time and…read morepatience to ensure the customer gets exactly what they want. He really knows what he's doing and is a master at coaxing the best out of his subject, then helping them muddle through the enormous amount of material to pick out the gems with just enough input to make sure you're getting what you want, not what he thinks you should have (although I bet he'd be happy to pick out his favorite shots if you feel you need that level of input). Editing was quick and very responsive and I feel like I really got a great value for the money I spent.

I loved working with Tina! Very professional, and she…read moreresponded fast, love the quality of the pictures they're wonderful! She made me feel very comfortable and relaxed. was a great experience. I highly recommend her.

I give Tina my highest possible recommendation! I've never worked with a photographer so talented…read moreor attuned to the needs of her clients. We first engaged Tina to take headshots that our daughter needed for school applications. Despite a VERY short turnaround time, Tina was able to bring her into the studio and get the perfect shot. Tina talked to her about what she was looking for, got her comfortable with being photographed, and -- literally the same day -- produced several dozen proofs for us to review and select from. The end result was a series of absolutely dazzling photos that were exactly what my daughter needed (and came at an extremely reasonable price). Thank you again, Tina for so quickly producing such spectacular results!

Denis was extremely professional and very skilled at his craft. If you are in the D.C. area he is…read moreyour guy!

What a wonderful experience! Denis is a great guy, very easy to work with. We have a family of 8,…read morewhich can be challenging to focus everyone at the same time. Denis made everyone feel relaxed and comfortable. He showed us a few of the pictures immediately. They looked amazing! Can't wait to see the whole gallery! I highly recommend Denis! You will not regret it!

I had a very positive experience hiring Kelly. I needed professional photos for one of my…read moreinvestment properties. He was able to provide a same day appointment and the fee was very reasonable. Professional and courteous service overall.

Kelly was very nice and professional. He made me feel at ease and it showed in the results!read more

When I needed photos for a new job and website, two friends immediately suggested contacting…read moreElliott O'Donovan. After looking at his website and portfolio, I contacted him. Elliott was terrific from start to finish, quickly answering my initial query and walking me through his working method. After an initial consultation, we set up a time to meet in his studio. To prepare, he sent advice on what to bring to the shoot. The photo session was fantastic. Elliott was great at putting me at ease; moreover, it was a lot of fun. A few days later, I went back to the studio to choose final pictures with him, and he produced the final photos in short order. I'm so happy with the results. I would work with Elliott again in a heartbeat.

Working with Elliott O'Donovan was an absolute game-changer for me. I've never been someone who…read morefeels comfortable in front of a camera, but Elliott has a remarkable gift for putting people at ease. He took extra time to get to know me, calm my nerves, and create an environment where I could truly relax and be myself. What really sets Elliott apart is his ability to capture you--your personality, your energy, your best self--so authentically. I walked away from the shoot feeling confident, and the photos reflect the best version of me. I also loved his unique process: after the shoot, he sits down with you the very same day to go through the images together. It's such a thoughtful approach--no long waiting period, no endless back-and-forth--you leave with your selected photos in hand, feeling completely taken care of. Elliott is professional, kind, and incredibly talented. I can't recommend him enough to anyone looking for photos that truly reflect who they are.

We hired Gabriele to photograph our family in DC and she did a great job!…read more She arrived early, caught candid moments as well as posed shots, and got our online gallery sent to us within 24 hours. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a great photographer, with reasonable prices, that doesn't do the typical up-sell of making you buy images from her... the gallery is ours to download and print as we wish. Big bonus.

Gabriele did an absolutely amazing job on our wedding. I think hiring her was one of the best…read moredecisions I made. She is a gifted artist, and captured the emotions we were feeling, in all of the pictures. I am SO happy to have such a treasure chest of memories from our day. The day goes by so fast, so to be able to look back on all of these photos now, makes me feel like I'm right back there feeling all of that joy all over again. I really can't recommend her enough.

I had been aware of Alyona Vogelmann's work for some time, but what finally convinced me to book a…read moreportrait session was seeing her printed photographs displayed in the home of a mutual friend. I was genuinely blown away. The portraits were beautiful in their simplicity and composition, but what impressed me most was their ability to capture not only a person's appearance, but also something deeper--their individuality, personality, and inner presence. The photographs felt both artistic and authentic. Another reason I chose Alyona was that I wanted to support both her work and the creative community she is part of. Portrait photography is clearly more than a profession for her; it is an art form. She has a remarkable ability to make people stand out while remaining completely themselves. That is a rare gift, and I hope she continues creating portraits for many years to come. For a long time, however, I hesitated. I am rather shy and have never considered myself particularly photogenic. Most photographs of me seem to feature closed eyes, awkward expressions, or simply don't feel like "me." The price was also something I had to think carefully about. Then, during an art workshop, Alyona offered a voucher, and a generous participant passed it on to me. I took it as a sign that it was finally time to do it. The experience itself exceeded all my expectations. We began by talking and brainstorming while walking, and through those conversations I realized that I wanted several seemingly contradictory things at once: something simple and natural, but also something artistic and creative. As someone who struggles with decisions--especially when it comes to choosing outfits--I was incredibly grateful that Alyona took the time to visit my home and help with the selection. Her eye for colors, textures, and combinations is extraordinary. I was also a little apprehensive about working with a stylist. I worried that I might end up looking overdone or unlike myself. I could not have been more wrong. The stylist immediately understood who I was and what I was comfortable with. With just a light touch of makeup and thoughtful styling, she highlighted my features while keeping everything natural. It was amazing how many different looks she was able to create without ever making me feel like I was pretending to be someone else. And the photoshoot itself was simply fun. What I expected to be uncomfortable turned out to be an enjoyable and creative experience. I loved experimenting with different outfits and moods, discovering new sides of myself, and collaborating in the creative process. Alyona has a way of making you feel at ease while gently guiding you toward your best self. When the photographs were finally ready, I was excited and nervous at the same time. Seeing them for the first time was surprisingly emotional. Some of the images moved me so much that I cried--happy tears. The portraits were incredibly diverse, yet each felt authentically me. I loved the painterly "Old Masters" inspired images, the bold and cinematic portraits, the modern clean looks, and even the more daring artistic shots. Each revealed a different facet of my personality. What surprised me most was how often I find myself returning to these photographs. They genuinely lift my mood. For the first time in my life, I have portraits that I am proud to share with others. I even printed one and hung it on my wall--the very first portrait of myself I have ever displayed. Every morning I see it when I wake up. I love it because it captures a genuine smile, one where the eyes smile too. It feels hopeful, dreamlike, and full of light. Most importantly, it helped me see myself differently. It showed me a version of myself that I recognize, appreciate, and perhaps had not fully seen before. That, to me, is the true value of Alyona's work. She does not simply take beautiful photographs. She helps people see themselves through kinder, more truthful eyes. I can wholeheartedly recommend the experience.

I honestly could not have had a better experience with Alyona and Anastasia (Make-Up Artist). It…read morewas more than an everyday photo shoot for me and the finished product was more than just pretty pictures. It was an experience I will never forget and I walked away with what I consider to be high quality art and a collection of genuine, personal moments frozen in time forever. Alyona went out of her way to make sure I was comfortable and that the process was as simple as possible. She helped coordinate and plan everything (Hair, make-up, clothing, location, theme) all the way from our pre-photoshoot consultation, through 2 weeks of putting outfits together and even helped me through the photoshoot with posture, posing and angles. You don't just show up w/ a bunch of clothes and take pictures, everything is pre-planned and carefully thought out & coordinated (together). The homemade snacks were delicious as well. When I was looking for a photographer online I was magnetically drawn to her work because she was the only one where I could literally see HER in her client's photographs. I was confident that she was able to see the absolute best in each of her clients and bring it out of them and capture it....which was very important to me. I am in the middle of a very personal and intimate project where I needed natural and genuine photographs to compliment it perfectly. I am not just satisfied with the final product, I am grateful to have worked with Alyona and to have shared such a special experience. I expected to have a few great pics, but I was so surprised to find that almost every single picture looked like magazine quality. All my family and friends are blown away. I received so much more than what I expected and will definitely be working with her in the future.

We decided to go to Steven Wu after checking out his yelp reviews and made a few inquiries through…read moreemails and phone calls, and we are very happy with the experience. Over the phone, steven took time to get to know you and your story, try to get a sense of what kinda pictures/portrait you are looking for and record your story through the lens. We did both city hall wedding and a private 2 hours outdoor shooting on Long island. As always, he arrived early ( earlier than us). City Hall Wedding For most couples, it's prob. their first time, so having a wedding photographer who is patient and experienced with the process definitely ease a lot of the stress. I remember Steven kinda walk me through the process over the phone before the court wedding date, giving your tips that actually helped a lot. The actually "ceremony" is quick, but sometimes the wait can be a little long, he really takes time to capture each moment for you along each step of the process. Outdoor Shooting I told Steven that I love nature, and I like artsy/cool pictures. Steven suggested morning/evening time where the light has a lot of variety. For me, he is sort of an impressionist, trying to capture beauty throughout the changing light. He is creative, and also open for suggestions. We loved our pictures. Notes: Pictures in this review were downsized, and I changed a little contrasts and light (so you can't see our faces). Ask Steven for some portfolio work, which you can get a better sense of his styles (and maybe some pose ideas).

Steven Wu is an incredibly talented photographer! My S.O. and I made a trip with our family (we…read morelive in California) to New York over the summer in May. It was my S.O.'s first trip and my millionth time to NYC. Our family had already decided that we were getting engaged and having our engagement party this upcoming November. I wanted to make this trip memorable, as it was his first trip, so we decided to do our engagement photos in NYC! I researched photographers almost everyday for a month when I stumbled upon Steven and his amazing reviews! We don't regret hiring Steven! He was absolutely amazing! We had been together for 6 years and we never did any type of photo shoot together. Our shoot was on a Friday morning in Grand Central Station and then in Central Park. Imagine a typical Friday morning at Grand Central. It is very, very, very busy and packed. We met up with Steven there and he asked us to go stand in the middle, of what seemed like thousands of people, and go pose. Needless to say, we felt SO awkward doing that. The second Steven started talking to us, we got so comfortable. The whole time we were with Steven, we only noticed him and each other. He made us totally forget how nervous we were and made us forget about the hundreds of people walking by and staring at us. I recall him saying he was in technology or something before he started doing photography but I swear, he must have some training in psychology because he like hypnotized us into feeling so calm and comfortable. Once he started clicking, we were so calm and at peace. We just focused on each other and the hilarious conversations we were having with Steven. Gosh, he kept us so entertained & happy! He truly is such an amazing man!!! I researched photographers for a whole month and am so glad I found Steven! I couldn't imagine a better photographer. And as far as the pictures go, they turned out AMAZING!!! For our first ever photo shoot, they were the most beautiful pictures I have ever seen! NY has such a special place in my heart and I'm so pleased that Steven was the one who captured my S.O. and I's first trip there! I would very highly recommend Steven to anyone who is looking to engagement pictures, family photos, party or wedding photography, anything and everything! You will not regret hiring him!

We absolutely loved working with Andrea for the newborn pictures of our first child. She knows how…read moreto make the baby and the whole family comfortable in her studio. I had a great experience and I would definitely work with her again.

Could not have asked for a better experience for our first family photos! Andrea was kind and…read morereassured us to take our time during our session. She not only made our baby girl laugh but worked around her schedule. The photos turned out so good we had to purchase more than 20! If you are around the area, truly recommend.