Everybody there was fantastic! They were very courteous, very helpful anything you needed was…read morethere. They handled my dog perfectly. I would definitely revisit them again. Very professional.

I almost didn't write this because my experience seems to sit a bit sideways from a lot of the…read morereviews here. I went in fully aware of the business model--free session + a 14" portrait in exchange for sitting through a sales presentation. That part is real. The framing around "Fur Baby Legacy" is clearly designed to elevate the experience and, yes, create emotional investment. That said, the session itself was genuinely pleasant. The photographer and art director were personable and professional. The style is very formal, painterly, Old Masters-inspired--beautiful, though not something I'd personally want covering a large wall. We ended up choosing a portrait of just our dog, which we're actually excited to receive. There was a sales component, and you can feel the intention behind it. The pricing is high (to me, very high), and the wording around their retouching is carefully crafted. But in our case, it never tipped into what I would call pressure. And I think that's the key nuance. We went in already decided that we weren't purchasing anything beyond the included portrait, and we stayed consistent in that. My sense is that the experience you have here may depend quite a bit on how you engage with that part of the process. If you're undecided or emotionally pulled in, I can see how it could feel very different. So I wouldn't call it a bait-and-switch. I'd call it a clearly structured sales model wrapped in a polished and, for us, enjoyable experience. We showed up, had a nice afternoon, learned a bit about their process, will receive a portrait of our dog, and left with our deposit refunded. No regrets.

Melanie Alice Photography captured three generations in celebration of my mother's 80th birthday in…read moreSanta Barbara, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. The shoot went flawlessly--Melanie arrived on time, thoughtfully scouted multiple locations throughout the garden, and even managed to win over the teenagers. She was incredibly patient and accommodating, especially with my parents who have limited mobility, making everyone feel comfortable and included. Our photos are absolutely stunning and deeply meaningful to our family. Melanie captured both the natural beauty of the garden and the joy of our time together. We are so grateful for these memories and highly recommend her.

Great results and great customer service. Hope to work with again. We will treasure the photos for…read morea lifetime

I can't count how many times I've shot with Bader over the past 30 years. Recently, I was way past…read moredue for new headshots--not my favorite thing to do--ha. But as always, Bader got me in the groove just by being her, and I couldn't be happier having so many great shots to choose from--so many that my manager had a hard time narrowing them down. Bader's the bomb-diggity.

The best!! Bader generously provides a warm, safe, and friendly environment at her studio. Her…read morepatience, enthusiasm and artistry were an enormous help to me during our two sessions. And the photos she took for my headshots?? FANTASTIC!! Highly recommended!!

There is a reason why Kate Haus Photography has 5 stars…read more I needed to take Professional portraits done for work. My colleague suggested we use Kate. She was very accommodating, and very pleasant. I was late for our session and she couldn't be more understanding. She waited while I changed and hair and makeup done. She made me feel very comfortable while taking the pictures - I swear I felt like a million bucks. We did few outfit changes and took pictures with various backgrounds. Again she took the pictures with a smile on her face. I'm super excited we found her and had her take my pictures. I can't wait to see them. So do you're self a favor use Kate Haus Photography, you'll thank me for recommending

Kate is a true professional photographer with amazing results!!! We asked Kate to photograph our…read moreone and four year old children and we were in love with all the pictures! She has the skill and talent to take beautiful pictures with the patience to handle two toddlers. It was important to us that she captured the personalities of each child and we feel she did more than that. Kate was able to photograph our one year old running wildly while telling our four year old how to pose. All this while photographing them smiling at their first meet! We are so happy that she was part of our lives to capture this chapter of life.

My husband and I booked Heather for what was supposed to be an August 2020 wedding. Well, yadda…read moreyadda yadda, things didn't quite go to plan. Heather was so beyond flexible and accommodating with us as our date changed and changed again, and hung on with us until 2022 when we finally were able to have our special day on April 9th. Just to reiterate, we booked her in SUMMER OF 2019. That is true dedication. I know many other "COVID brides" who struggled with coordinating date changes with vendors, so I am so thankful that Heather always made it work for us and kept a positive attitude about everything. As far as her actual work, Heather made us feel so comfortable both during our engagement shoot and the wedding (we are shy, nerdy people who are not comfortable in front of a camera). She is friendly, very easy to talk to, and guided us perfectly as we awkwardly walked while holding hands, stared into each others' eyes and attempted to hug like human beings. She kept family photos moving along, got all the shots we needed, and had a great vision for the whole day. The photos so exceeded my expectations, and I was over the moon when I saw the final album. Thank you Heather for sticking with us and documenting the most fun and special day.

We purchased a deal through our school for a photo session. The time and place was offered to us…read moreand we booked the appointment. I lost 10lbs, bought my family matching outfits, we had our hair done, I got eyelash extensions, nails, etc. We show up for the appointment and no one is there. Nobody answered the phone or responded to email. I finally got an apology email the next day saying they forgot about the appointment and an offer to reschedule in a few weeks. No thanks. Please refund my money and pay me for my time, hair, nails, lashes, etc.

Let me get this out there first.... I would give Heather and Alamode photography 50 stars if I…read morecould! First, I live in Ohio and we were taking a cruise to Cabo from LA. I decided to propose to my girlfriend at the Griffith Observatory and since I knew no one in California I decided to hire a photographer to capture the moment. I conducted a blind google search and found several photographers, including Alamode Photography. I sent a request for information and received an email and phone call within a few hours. Heather was easy to talk too, excited to be apart of the proposal and trusting of her. I did talk to several other photographers but no one seemed as invested or honestly, made me feel like a friend was taking the pictures. We communicated over several weeks, exchanged ideas, and came up with a great plan. The Proposal went perfectly! Heather was early to the shoot, had locations planned for photos, and most importantly made us feel like a family member/friend was there to share the moment. Of all the photographers in LA, I couldn't have picked a better one!!! Heather and Alamode Photography is fantastic and couldn't have asked for anything more!

I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Heather of A La Mode Photography! I recently had a…read morematernity shoot with her on the beach in Malibu when I was 35 weeks pregnant -- and let me just say, it was pure magic from start to finish. I'm someone who's usually nervous in front of the camera and definitely not a natural when it comes to posing, but Heather made me feel so at ease. Her energy is warm, calming, and encouraging -- she truly has the best vibes. We had a phone call before the photo shoot where she talked me through her philosophy and we got to know each other. From the moment we ended that call, I knew I was in such good hands. Heather came prepared with the most beautiful gowns for me to wear, styled me with such care, and guided me into the most flattering and natural poses. And wow -- the photos she captured at sunset are beyond anything I could have dreamed. They're romantic, timeless, and full of emotion. She somehow managed to capture the absolute joy and magic that I feel about this pregnancy. I know I will cherish these photos forever. She's also incredibly easy to work with -- super responsive, organized, and thoughtful throughout the entire process. She reached out to me within 15 minutes of my inquiry, which was so nice, even though it was before 8 AM!! Heather is so passionate about her work that she finds joy in connecting with new clients and perfecting photos. In fact, she got me sneak peaks of our photoshoot the same night (even though we didn't get home until after 8:30 pm) and the turnaround for the rest of the photos was extremely quick which was so appreciated. I've already booked her for our newborn shoot, and I honestly feel like I've found not just a photographer, but a friend for life. If you're on the fence about doing a maternity shoot or you're nervous like I was, trust me: book Heather. She has a gift for making women feel beautiful and empowered, and her work speaks for itself. Truly one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy!

I had the best experience working with Steven for my professional headshots and a small photo shoot…read moreat my salon. He is incredibly friendly, patient, and truly dedicated to getting the perfect shot. You can tell he takes pride in his craft. Steven has a calm, relaxing presence that makes being in front of the camera feel natural instead of intimidating. He chats with you throughout the session so your photos come out genuine and effortless, not stiff or overly posed. His equipment is top-quality, and the results absolutely show it. Hands down one of the best photographers I've ever worked with. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for stunning, professional photos and an amazing overall experience.

Steve is great! So talented, makes you feel comfortable, and funny as heck! The proof is in the…read morepudding(his work)

Working with James was a fantastic experience! He was personal, professional, very easy to work…read morewith, and HE IS FAST. Just 2 days after the wedding, he already shared the sneak peeks which we are completely in love with. Can't wait to see the whole gallery. 10/10 recommend!

James is the best! If you want to enjoy your big day stress free, choose James. If you want to…read morecapture every important moment of your big day, hire James. If you want to re-live your big day over and over again years later, James is your guy! My wife and I had never done a professional photoshoot. Neither of us are particularly comfortable in front of the camera. After interviewing 5 different photographers, we knew from our first conversation that James was the one. He is incredibly friendly, easy going, and knowledgeable. We agreed to do an engagement session, 1 location for 90mins to see if we'd be comfortable working with James. It couldn't have gone better. Initially, we were a bit stiff, but James gave us tips on how to act naturally, suggested poses and hand positions that made us feel and look relaxed. The time flew by and we actually ended up going to a second location with a wardrobe change. Overall, it was about 2 hours. James did not mind at all. In fact, he probably could've gone longer if the sun hadn't set on us! Our photos were edited and received in less than 2 weeks! James was kind enough to print a large poster and sign that shipped to our house in just a few days. He price matched any package/prints from other photographers. Having gone through our engagement session seamlessly, we hired James to shoot our wedding as well. He and an assistant were on site for 10 hours, tending to our every need and keeping us on our timeline. After our planned family/wedding party photos, we hardly even noticed them working as we proceeded with wedding events. After the wedding, we received many compliments on how great James was and several guests asked for his contact information. Within a couple of days, we received a preview of about 20 photos highlighting our big day. We were thrilled! Every important moment was captured so elegantly! The full magazine of photos was available for download in about 1 month. James then worked with us to print a high quality photo book for our coffee table. You can't go wrong with James--his high quality work and work ethic speak for themselves. There is no substitute for how easy and stress free he made us feel, so that we could truly enjoy ourselves knowing that he would capture every single moment candidly. Do not hesitate to hire James, it will be the best decision you will ever make.

This was my fourth photoshoot with Oxana Alex Photography since 2016, and my only regret is not…read moredoing them more often! Oxana Alex's photos are my absolute best pictures and the warmest memories I will cherish for a lifetime. The Session & Atmosphere This time, we had a maternity photoshoot at 30 weeks. I am currently pregnant with our third child. We took photos of just me, and also with my husband and children. The session took place in late October 2025 and it went simply wonderfully. Oxana is the most gentle, caring, and patient person; she creates a beautiful atmosphere on set. Hair and Makeup Oxana had an incredible makeup artist who works for various brands, but mainly has been a makeup artist for the House of Dior for many years. I had the pleasure of having my hair and makeup done by her. It was stress-free, all on time, and the hair and makeup were simply stunning. Why Oxana Alex is the Best While deciding on my concepts, I looked through the portfolios of all the photographers in LA and can confidently say that Oxana's work is the best. Oxana and her studio have undeniable advantages: 1. Unmatched Professionalism and Lighting The key to a beautiful photograph is the lighting setup. I don't know how she does it, but all her photographs, even before editing, look absolutely perfect! This speaks volumes about her skill, technique, and camera equipment. 2. Extensive Premium Wardrobe Oxana has a huge wardrobe of premium items that she offers to clients for their shoots. You can be sure to find jewelry and looks for any creative idea, and it will look cool and stylish. The most difficult part for me was coordinating outfits for my family of four without a stylist: finding, ordering and trying on. I was so happy that I didn't have to put together my own outfit at all! I only bought underwear and one white blouse for myself. That's it! Everything else was provided by Oxana and fit perfectly. I also didn't want bulky dresses, as I feel they are going out of style; I wanted to be a stylish pregnant mom with more of a fashion focus. Thanks to her extensive wardrobe, we were able to achieve this as well as beautiful maternity gowns. 3. Professional Eye and Industry Experience With over 10 years in the industry, mostly shooting major bloggers and celebrities for covers, Oxana has a huge aesthetic background and an incredible sense of taste. She helps with posing and facial expressions. Even if you are not a professional model, it's impossible not to become one through her lens. 4. Unique Photo Delivery Policy The fact that she gives you all the successful, unedited photos is truly unique for Los Angeles. You only have to choose which of the many great photos you want edited. When I sent the unedited pictures to my relatives for help choosing, they didn't understand why they even needed editing?! That's how good the originals turned out! Again, this is due to the perfectly set lighting, her technique, and her professionalism. I could go on and on describing the process and how much we all, including my husband and children, enjoyed working with Oxana yet again. But I'll just say one thing: We are already planning to return for a mommy-and-me session! And this time, we won't miss a single milestone of our fifth family member. Thank you dear Oxana

This was my second time doing a maternity shoot with Oxana, and the fact that I came back says it…read moreall! She is incredibly talented and makes the whole experience feel comfortable and special. My photos turned out absolutely beautiful, and I couldn't be happier with them. I'm so grateful to have these memories captured and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented photographer.

We are absolutely over the moon with our wedding photos! From start to finish, Tanya was incredible…read moreto work with -- professional, warm, and so talented. Tanya and her assistant, Sergio, made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, capturing not just the big moments but all the candid, emotional, and joyful ones in between. The photos are absolutely stunning, just timeless, natural, without feeling overdone. Every time we look through our gallery, we're transported right back to that day and literally start tearing up over every moment we remembered we felt that day. On the big day, she knew immediately how to capture us without question. I loved how much initiative and energy she brought to our time together. She gave so much encouragement and affirmation, I felt such positive and confident energy radiate between shoots! Beyond the images themselves, the experience was seamless. Tanya was punctual, organized, and blended in effortlessly throughout the day while still managing to capture everything. She's so easy to get along with that I find it more of a friendship vibe than a business transaction, but she is so professional along our funny texts. I also didn't have to worry about the schedule cause she was on it! We couldn't have asked for a better person to document such an important moment in our lives. We'll treasure these photos forever and recommend Tanya to anyone looking for a truly exceptional wedding photographer.

Tanya did our engagement pictures and wedding pictures, and I want her to be my photographer for…read morelife. I just got the wedding pictures from her. I am looking through them and I can remember people's words, hear people's laughs through her pictures. These are not pictures, these are stories. She is amazing. I cannot emphasize that more. She is a storyteller. I highly recommend her. She is also kind. She has an amazing work ethics. And of course, she is an artist.