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.

First, Clayton's studio is well-located and easy to get to with good street parking. The studio…read moreitself is cozy and intimate, well-appointed and -equipped, and perfect for headshots. I'd contacted a few other studios and found his pricing packages were very reasonable, right in the sweet spot of what I wanted to spend. Second but more importantly, there's Clayton himself. He's very warm and friendly. I had never needed professional headshots sporting different looks including changes of clothes before, and I was uncertain of what the shoot would involve. But Clayton immediately put me at ease; he clearly knew his business, understood my trepidation, and erased any doubts I had about how the shoot would go. He explained everything he was doing, gave excellent direction for each shot he was taking, cleared every backdrop and scene change with me, and offered to show me each shot he took. I had signed up for the 30 minute session, but Clayton did not act like he was on the clock and spent a lot more time on my shoot than expected. He took lots of shots with different poses and with the different looks my three changes of clothing provided. He was exceedingly patient and encouraging. After my session ended, I felt I'd made a new friend in Clayton. Finally, the headshots. The shoot was on a Friday, and Clayton told me he'd have the proofs for me to review early the following week. Sure enough, on Monday he sent me a link to see the dozens of shots he'd taken. It was like magic; the photos were better than I expected--I liked how his shots made me look, and these were not even the finished photos yet! Next steps were to designate the headshots I wanted finished, which I've done. Communications with him were great throughout: he always responded very quickly and completely so there was never any question or doubt about what was happening. In sum, Clayton was a consummate professional who is also very personable. I'm now thinking that having him do a family photo shoot--something I'd never given a thought to before.

Clayton is amazing, reasonable and always dependable. Best photographer ever. Have been using him…read morefor years and the product is always great, on time and he is joy to work with.

Tiffany is serious about her passion as a photographer. I found her posting on craigslist where she…read morewas looking to build her portfolio by doing a maternity photo shoot free of charge. It was exactly what I was looking for so I thought this would be the perfect opportunity for me. I was very happy when she responded so promptly, professionally and consistently. When I met her for the shoot she was extremely personable and friendly, but a whole different side of her came out when she took out her camera and was ready to shoot my husband and I. She suddenly looks really focused and her eyes lit up. I am not exaggerating at all. I can see that this is something that she loves doing and she does a wonderful job! She gave us a lot of good ideas and instructions as well so I wasn't completely lost. She is definitely as good as it gets =)! I highly recommend Light Illusions Photography and look for Tiffany when you are looking for a professional, passionate and personable photographer!

Have personally worked with her on many different projects. Would recommend her work to anyone in…read moreneed of quality work and service

Eva has taken our daughter's newborn and 6 month photos so far and we have been very happy with…read moreboth sessions. Her ability to work with babies and capture such beautiful moments made the sessions worth every penny. The environment is relaxed and she has stations ready for different props, ready to capture any moment. She helped not just the baby feel relaxed, but myself as well at times. Lol If you're looking for a professional photographer, give her a call.

Just got my pictures back from my daughter's first birthday photos - LOVE!…read moreEva was so sweet and easy to work with. Her studio was easy to find with free and close parking - a must with littles! She had a changing table and everything someone might need. The outfits she has available were so cute and hard to narrow down to just a few. My daughter had fun and it shows in the pictures. Would definitely recommend Eva Photography!

We did a photo shoot with Heather 4 years ago for our son. We loved our prior experience and chose…read moreher for a new born photo shoot for our new born daughter too and I couldn't be happier with the experience! From the moment we arrived, she made us feel completely comfortable and at ease. Heather was incredibly patient, gentle, and so skilled at handling our baby--which made a huge difference for us as new parents. Her studio was warm, calm, and perfectly set up for newborns, with thoughtful props and beautiful backdrops. She has a true eye for detail and captured the sweetest little expressions and moments that we'll treasure forever. What impressed me most was how professional yet personable she was--taking the time to work around our baby's needs while still creating stunning, high-quality photos. The final images are absolutely breathtaking, and I know we'll cherish them for a lifetime. If you're looking for someone talented, caring, and professional to capture your newborn's earliest days, I highly recommend Heather!

I can't say enough about how incredible Heather is to work with, and how beautiful the results are…read more She was incredibly patient with our newborn, and took so much time and care during the session to create a welcoming environment for the baby and her brother. She worked very closely with us in selecting a flattering color palette and introducing textures that would suit the baby. Her style is very gentle and easygoing; she spends the time to really get to know a family and pays attention to all the details that go into a shoot. When the photos came out, we were truly blown away--they were all so tender and stunning, showcasing not just the miracle of birth, but all the familial love and tenderness. I cannot stop looking at them! We were so delighted that we opted for an album keepsake. I was impressed with how much care and time Heather took making every page perfect, and how she collaborated so well with us. My son is an amateur artist, and she welcomed and integrated all his inputs and built on top of them to create something we will treasure for many years. I wholeheartedly recommend Heather to any family--she is a true artist, and we will definitely be returning to capture more precious moments!

Ella is a delight to work with! she has made me feel so comfortable in front of a camera!…read more We are always bouncing ideas off each other and they are always executed better than I ever could have imagined.

I just wanted to write in an update. I had such a great experience working with Ella a few years…read moreago, that I knew I could trust her to create some incredible maternity portraits for me. Pregnancy was rough, but I knew I wanted to record and honor the work my body was doing. Looking back at these pictures I'm in awe. Ella, these are some of my favorite pictures of all time and they will be treasured forever.

Today my sister took her family to take photos and the experience was absolutely amazing!!!! Linda…read moregave us top tier costumer service, okay? And her skills are immaculate. I love the various selection of packages they have and their ability to also give you digital photos. Excellent value for your money. The only thing I'd add if I were them is the ability to pay for additional poses within your package. Nevertheless, the pictures came out amazing and we'll definitely be back.

My favorite place to take pictures. Been coming here since I graduated High School and took my…read moregraduation portraits! Now to bringing my daughter in for Mami & Me pictures, Christmas pictures, etc! Linda and her family are the best in the Bay! So many packages, backgrounds, options in general. They offer prints, digitals, custom shirts, chains, the list goes on! I moved to the valley almost 5 years ago and I'll still take the drive every year for any photos I need, because I love this place that much! It's cash only, however, they do accept Zelle/Cash App so keep that in mind. Walk ins only!

Let me begin this review by stating that Maryam is amazing. She was recommended to me by my event…read moreplanner to shoot my son's first birthday party. Yes, I was that extra at a one year old's birthday; however, it only happens once, right?! Back to my review--she blended seamlessly with guests and made everyone so comfortable. I love her clean, modern photographic aesthetic and particular way of framing photos. I don't know how she does it, but she seems to capture the authentic personalities of her subjects. To say that she is talented, is an understatement. She's great with older kids too--it might come from her being a mom! Fast forward three years, and I happened to enter a contest on her blog for a free beach session. I never win anything, but we WON! I was thrilled to follow up with my big boy three years after his bday party. My son and I had so much fun with her at the beach. She even brought snacks for him--I can't make this stuff up! The photos speak for themselves. Hire Hi + Hello for your next portraits or event.

Another year, another set of pictures with Maryam…read more This year, I started a small business and knew I wanted to use Maryam for my headshots and family photos to use on my website. She was so helpful even before the photo shoots with figuring out great locations that would fit my theme, coordinating outfit colors and choices for myself and the family, and being attentive to details like when sunset would be so that we could capture the best natural light. Maryam studied photography in college and it is obvious that she has great technical and creative skills that have been perfected. She is adaptable between getting the close up portrait shots and the action shots with kids who are non-stop. She makes sure to get a variety of different types of shots so your session has diversity of expressions, moods, and personality. Now, we have a preschooler daughter and a toddler son, which means both kids want to move around. Maryam was great at getting the shots, giving them breaks when they needed a few moments, and capturing real life. I once read a piece about a mom who was diagnosed with cancer and really regretted that she didn't get pictures taken of the family often. Who knows if that story was true, but it resonated with me. Although it is an investment to get professional photos regularly taken, having the right photographer to capture these moments is so so worth it. I feel blessed to have found Maryam because she has become a friend and truly is someone who cares about her craft and about people. Her quality of service is top notch and in a world where everything moves fast and we need to treasure the present, quality is so important.

We cannot recommend Patrick enough! We had a small wedding on a budget, and Patrick's 2-hour…read morepackage was one of the most affordable options I could find. Initially, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I couldn't be happier with the experience and results. Patrick is personable, professional, and made us feel at ease both during our introductory video call and on our big day. He arrived at the venue an hour early to scout the best settings and graciously stayed half an hour longer than booked to capture every shot we wanted. He even returned edited photos in less than two weeks, and we absolutely love them. My husband and I are quite critical of photos of ourselves, but Patrick nailed it. We now have many beautiful shots of ourselves and our loved ones to cherish forever. Thank you, Patrick!

There are a couple of factors that make for an effective photographer/bride + groom successful…read morerelationship. 1. an eye for details, 2. preparation, and 3. integrity. We were highly impressed by Patrick's ability to do all of the above. 1. his eye for detail captured parts of the ceremony and reception that made us both giggle and feel a sense of nostalgia, though the wedding was less than 3 weeks ago. 2. preparation meant that Patrick did the majority of the work before the wedding day. He was well-prepared, and organized, and worked seamlessly with both the venue and the wedding coordinators. They couldn't stop singing his praise. 3. we interviewed a number of photographers and even hired someone before they dropped out last minute. We are private people and place an emphasis on experiencing the moment in real-time... throughout the process, Patrick made us feel both seen and heard in our overall hesitations/anxiety that we may have had around professional photographs, but we also felt seen and heard in the overall photographs that Patrick (principal photographer) and Patricia (2nd shooter) took. While there were many opinions that could've swayed the direction the photographers took -- including our own frantic sense of what should happen the day of, the photographers kept their cool and executed exactly what we wanted in the planning stage -- which was to keep the photos low-key and more documentation of the day. Additionally, they stayed to the timeline and still ensured that they got their shot. I should also mention that I had at least 5 people communicate how much they appreciated both Patrick and Patricia. They must've really worked their magic because our family and community aren't that easily impressed. Coming from New York, we already had an awareness of Patrick's photography and were thrilled that he was both available AND has been doing wedding photography in NorCal. Cannot give enough props, highly recommended!

I highly recommend Elena Primavera Photography her customer service is second to none. The quality…read moreof her work consistently outstanding, exceeding my expectations every time. You will be completely impressed with her professionalism and customer service. She is one of a kind. Jeanine J

Elena has taken photos of my children for years now and each time I see the photos I'm in awe of…read moreher work. Through her photos she has a way of transporting us to a different place and time. Her attention to detail produces absolutely stunning results. She brings a level of professionalism to her shoots and yet connects with children in a way that makes them feel totally comfortable and confident. I'm so grateful that she has been here to capture what I know will be some of my most meaningful keepsakes.