Oh my goodness, I cannot speak higher of the Pauleen and Dustin duo. My wedding day was…read morekick-started PERFECTLY with their guidance and energy and I would not imagine my wedding day with anyone else. The second photographer, Jenn, she killlled it with all the groom's photos. So many awesome snaps were taken for me to look back on moments I missed throughout the day. Some amazing shots of my guests just enjoying themselves have been my favorite to look back at. Thank you so so much to Pauleen , Dustin, and Jenn!! Also, before Dustin entered my bridal suite, Pauleen asked if it was okay for him to enter, and I think even her going that extra step to ask if he could enter really was so sweet and I am so touched she was so thoughtful. During my big day when I just felt like Mickey Mouse smiling for the crowd, Pauleen and Dustin kept the energy upbeat and kept reminding me to breathe. Loved them so much!! Can't imagine my day without them. We also snuck into the Windmill Food Hall arcade to sneak some photos since we were so good on our timeline and they turned out to be some of my favorite photos! Hello new profile photo! Thank you so much to your team.

We had a wonderful experience with True Photography & Video! The turnaround for our photo gallery…read morewas incredibly quick & we could not be happier with the results. Paul especially went above & beyond. He was a pleasure to work with & made sure we had all the shots (including some fun, bonus ones) to capture our special day perfectly. Our pre-wedding planning session was super helpful to ensure the entire event went smoothly and we were prepared to make the most of our time. We would 100% recommend True Photography & Video. Lots to choose from but attaching some of our absolute favorite shots...

As with many other engaged couples, the pandemic had thrown a small wrench in our plans of a…read moretraditional wedding with a reception. Only the *tiniest* bit bummed, we decided to still get married and scheduled our civil ceremony. But now, I want a photographer to document this event... I think I found Emily on Instagram, after looking around at different photographers' work. I remember really liking Emily's style, how natural everyone looked, and how well Emily captured the moments. I think those were/are the most important things for me for choosing a photog, and it helped that Emily has (solid) reviews for me to go through as well. Emily was prompt in responding via email, and offered to chat on the phone to discuss the details and what I wanted. After talking for a bit, I sent over a deposit and we were set! Or not... because a week or two before our shoot, I looked at my civil ceremony appointment time and it was actually for 8am, NOT 8:30am. Yikes! I text Emily, nervous that she wouldn't be able to make the earlier time, and I would need to scramble for another photographer, but thankfully, Emily is flexible and okay with the earlier time. Phew! I also wasn't quite sure *what* I wanted from the photos (POSES? props!? specific backgrounds?!) but found some pictures I liked and sent them to Emily a day or two before our appointment, so she had an idea what I was going for. I appreciate Emily's responsiveness! The actual civil ceremony felt a little hectic; we did not know what it would entail -- paperwork, of course, and then waiting because there were other couples that were getting married that day. Thankfully, Emily was very patient. Emily is personable, friendly, and professional. She is very easy to work with, and helped the husband (!!) and I feel comfortable. Nothing felt forced, and I think she did a great job of eliciting and capturing our authentic moments. We are super pleased with the pictures and I can't stop looking at them! Lol. I would *definitely* solicit Emily's services again. Maybe for one of her fun mini shoots down the line. What a cute, low pressure and creative way to get some quality photos! Reception/after party TBA in December 2021! Or 2022, depending on how things shake out ;)

Emily was such a gem to work with! She made our family photoshoot quick, easy, and captured…read moreeverything I had hoped for in our photos! I am very pleased with the overall experience and highly recommend her!

After 8 years of purchasing portriats.. I took in a photo to be scanned and resized. The owner…read moreprovided the cost and we agreed on it. Since i had purchased before I didnt ask for an invoice. Almost 4 weeks went by and hadn't heard back. When he finally replied was to let me know he was going to charge me 20 dollars more than what we had agreed on. Very disappointing to hear he was going back on what we had agreed. If you are going to purchase photos in this studio please make sure you get an invoice with the agreed purchase amount.

We were not pleased with the photography company our son's school selected for senior portraits;…read morethe photo quality was disappointing, they did not offer digital photos, nor were they available for retakes before the yearbook deadline. I contacted MG Portraits on a Sunday and they responded as soon as they opened on Monday morning. Carlos was very empathetic and fit us in that same day during what I'm sure is a hectic production week right before the holidays. Carlos was very professional and the quality of the photos was exceptional. The whole process was very efficient; from check-in/ setup to proofing and ordering, we spent about 90 minutes. We received our digital prints on the spot with time to spare before the yearbook deadline. Further, they offer a variety of packages, including digital prints, with competitive, fair pricing. I highly recommend MG Portraits and would use them again; we will be recommending them to our son's high school for future classes.

I found By the Free on Instagram searching for a San Diego photographer. We were traveling in from…read moreDallas, so I just relied with what I found online. I'm so happy with Kelsey, By the Free. She immediately made my husband and I feel comfortable in front of the camera. She chose a beautiful location with cliffs, and had us doing different things to capture genuine looks. She knows what she is looking for. It was a really fun experience, and the outcome is amazing. Her editing style creates a blend of light and mood, so it truly is a great balance. She is crazy talented, and has a lot of passion for her work. If you are looking for a photographer to capture your genuine self....look no further than By the Free!

From the owner: At By The Free, we love to capture who YOU. Personalities and characteristics can be overlooked in…read moreposes sometimes, which is why we take a more natural lifestyle approach to freeze your moments in time. We want you to remember how this season of your life FELT... not just how you looked! We will laugh together, adventure and enjoy our time together. We want to be more than just photographers- we want to encourage you and help you see yourself in a whole new light! Have questions? Please fill out the form under the “contact” tab on our website and I’ll get back with you ASAP!

Excellent communication and we were happy with the beautiful engagement photos…read more Fanting's different photo packages are reasonable and flexible for different needs. Good experience, and would book again.

We had a great maternity photoshoot experience with Fangting. From day one, she was incredibly…read moreresponsive and communicative. She took the time to speak with us over the phone to answer all our questions thoroughly, and on the day of the shoot, she kept us updated on the location details along with once the photos were edited. Even though Friday traffic in La Jolla made us a few minutes late, Fangting was so accommodating and gracious with her time. Most importantly, she was very caring and made sure I felt safe navigating the beach area. We absolutely love the final photos and the editing style. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional photographer!

Great event photographer. Very professional. Highly recommend. Set up the background and brought…read moremultiple cameras.

Amanda is incredible. Very patient and helps you relax when I always feel awkward during photo…read moreshoots. I'm incredibly impressed by her quick turn around delivering the photos. She's a joy to work with.

What can I say? The only reason why they are getting one star is because this is necessary to give…read morea review. Very unprofessional, considering it was one of the most important day of our daughters life and our family. They showed up 2 hours late, didn't take any of the crucial pictures needed for celebrating our special day for our daughter's wedding. After Wedding was done, took over six months to get the pictures. Also, horrible at communicating and not very accommodating. We will never use this company again, nor should anyone else.

Excellent photographer!! Very knowledgable in his craft. Has the right tools and knows how to use…read morethem. Did our engagement and wedding photos. He made all sessions very enjoyable, made us laugh and feel comfortable. Photos came out beautiful!

Dave did a great job of capturing some pictures that I will cherish forever. He really took his…read moretime and was very very patient. I look forward to having him to more pictures for us in the future.