We hired Michelle for newborn photography for our daughter, and we couldn't be happier with the…read moreexperience. She was able to accommodate us at the last minute, which we truly appreciated, and she came to our home making the session incredibly comfortable and stress-free for our daughter and us! Michelle handled our baby with extreme care and patience, and she managed to keep her calm and content throughout the entire session. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful and captured our daughter so perfectly. Michelle is truly a baby whisperer as well as an excellent photographer. We would highly recommend Michelle to anyone looking for newborn photography

Michelle is amazing! I found her on Yelp for newborn photoshoot and I'm so glad we went with her…read more Not only is she professional, kind, and responsive, she's also a baby whisperer. With her seven years of experience, I could tell my newborn was in good hands right away. Her patience and ability to work with newborn babies is truly a talent! Prior to meeting, I had communicated with Michelle on Yelp and inquired her different packages, then signed a contract and paid a $50 deposit. Everything was pretty smooth and easy. The three packages are on her website, either basic, signature, or premium, and we went with the middle package - the signature, which was perfect for us. The middle package had 4 poses, swaddled, family included, and we received 50 photos! Fast forward to photoshoot morning - we followed directions to have baby fed and changed into a diaper by the time of her arrival. My son was 13 days old when she took photos in our home. She came with her props, accessories, and baskets all prepared! Michelle also brought a sound machine that had white noise playing to soothe the baby. She swaddled my son and every photo pose/ setup increased in difficulty but she was really patient and worked with my son who almost was so fussy he'd wake! I enjoyed that she brought different colors for swaddles and blankets and various types of hats for us to choose from. Furthermore, if you're like me and your home is a mess, don't worry! Michelle will make it work and she will decide which room has the best lighting for her photos. She'll need about 5ftx5ft of space at least! Michelle delivered our gallery in a blink of an eye. Literally got an email about images being ready within 3 days of the shoot. I loved every image!! My son had baby acne and dry skin peeling at the time and she let me know that if I chose 10 photos, she would retouch them and she did! Overall my husband and I are loving our photos and highly recommend Michelle. You will NOT be disappointed. I'm so thrilled I have beautiful images of my son captured when he was only two weeks old. Memories to last a lifetime! Thanks Michelle!

Me and my gf love taking pictures at POTOBOX!! We come here again and again!! We got TWICE and BTS…read morephotos. Can't wait to see what they come out with next

Great experience and memories to last! Thank you for your help and for making the experience worth…read morewhile

We booked Yash for my baby shower. He is very professional, accommodating and clicks great pics. We…read moreloved the pictures he clicked for us and made our occasion very memorable. Would always recommend him

I would suggest Yash to anyone looking for good pics. He did a great job with his photography!read more

What a wonderful experience we had with Ted and Katie! This is our third child, if we had known…read moreabout them earlier I would of done my other newborn photoshoots with them. The studio is clean, inviting and spacious for my family. It also has a comfortable area for baby feeding and diaper changes. The best part is the next door play area, so the other children can be busy while they wait. Ted and Katie are extremely patient and were easy to work with. I'll definitely be going back. I would 100% book them if you looking for a photoshoot!!

We had such a lovely experience at Tangram Studio for my baby's cake smash photoshoot! The studio…read morewas bright, clean, and very welcoming. I really appreciated that they had a separate room for changing clothes and baby diaper changes, which made everything so much more comfortable and convenient. They had beautiful backgrounds and so many fun props for my baby to play with. We also added on the sibling option, and both of my kids had such a great time during the session. Ted was incredibly patient with my kids and managed to capture so many sweet and adorable moments naturally. The final photos turned out absolutely beautiful and dreamy, I couldn't be happier with them! Overall, it was such a wonderful experience, and I would definitely come back again for another photoshoot in the future.

With a little one on the way, I knew I wanted to capture those special newborn moments and I'm so…read moreglad I found Kassandra on Instagram! Her work stood out immediately with the beautiful variety of outfit options and props she offers. Booking the session was super easy. Her website was clear, informative, and made it simple to browse packages and make selections. We originally had a date scheduled, but Kassandra was incredibly accommodating when we needed to shift it around to fit our baby's arrival. Communication was smooth and responsive via text, which made the whole process stress-free. The session itself (on September 10th) was such a great experience. The studio was warm and cozy--perfect for a newborn. Kassandra was so patient and gentle with our baby girl. She clearly knows how to soothe little ones and handled all the outfit changes and props like a pro. Despite how much we got done, we never once felt rushed. There were tons of props and outfits to choose from, and Kassandra helped us select combinations that matched our style perfectly. Best part? We received our proofs that same afternoon, and all our selected images were fully edited by the next morning. Such an impressive turnaround and the photos were absolutely beautiful! Highly, highly recommend booking your newborn session with Kassandra. She's talented, professional, and made the entire experience seamless and memorable.

I booked Kassandra for our newborn pictures based off of all the cute Disney set ups she posts on…read moreher Instagram! Honestly, the best money I've ever spent lol. She spent quite a bit of time to get the most adorable Winnie the Pooh shot of my son inside of a pot. We really appreciated her dedication to trying to get that shot because it was one of our favorites. She kept him comfortable throughout our entire session, she's truly a professional baby whisperer. She has a ton of props and backgrounds and was able to pull together different themes on the fly. I would highly recommend her for your newborn session!

Steve did my maternity shoot. We had an amazing experience working with him. He made us comfortable…read moreright from the get go. He was very professional, answered all our questions, was prompt with responses and very easy to work with. And he absolutely is the BEST at his job. We would definitely recommend him and would be scheduling our future shoots with him :) Shoutout to Michelle, she assisted us well throughout the shoot and was soo warm and supportive.

Needed headshots asap had no clue, searched on Yelp and am so glad I found Steve. He was the first…read moreto respond had the most reasonable rates and was super flexible in factoring all the details. I am not that great a subject but Steve created a such a great portfolio of headshots l got compliments from the worst critics of friends plus Steve was very patient with me during the session which I appreciated the most. Thanks a ton @Steve you have my biz for sure

Sandy is truly one of the most skilled newborn/family photographers in the bay area! I was lucky to…read morefind Sandy 4 years ago with my first born and the newborn photos ended up being incredible! It was an easy decision to go back to her with our second baby. Here are some of the ways that Sandy truly stood out: - Both our babies were born around Christmas holiday and scheduling was not an issue at all for Sandy. She checked in ahead of the appointment to ensure we didn't need to reschedule (much needed for parents that just gave birth recently) and had our themes ready prior to us arriving. - The themes were 10/10, better than what we could've envisioned ourselves. And our themes were generic such as lemon or Christmas. - The amount of patience Sandy has is seriously amazing! Our second baby was a bit harder to photograph compared to the first, in addition to a toddler who wasn't in the mood for pictures, and it didn't phase Sandy at all. She took her time to make sure she was able to capture each theme well and had tips up her sleeve to get the toddler to take some pictures. I highly recommend going with Sandy if you're considering photo sessions! She goes above and beyond to ensure all the special moments are captured and the pictures are so incredibly worth it.

I'm truly delighted to share my experience working with Sandy! Her communication was wonderful from…read morethe very beginning, from arranging the appointment and customizing the scene setup to sending the photos. Everything went so smoothly. I am really impressed by her talent with infants and children; she was fantastic with my newborn and my 2-year-old. Her ability to craft stunning scenes is also incredible. And when it comes to her photography and editing skills, they are truly outstanding--just look at the edited photos, they're absolutely stunning! You won't be disappointed with Clairbare Studios and Sandy's gift for capturing beautiful, lasting memories of your little ones.

Disappointing Maternity & Newborn Photoshoot Experience…read more We had a very disappointing experience across both our maternity and newborn photoshoots. For the maternity session, there was no proper pre-discussion about locations or outfits. We were simply asked to choose from previously taken images, which felt impersonal. During the shoot, the session felt rushed, and the photographer appeared disengaged, as if they wanted to finish early. From a 2-hour session, we could barely select around 10 usable images, which reflects the overall quality. We also noticed technical issues with the camera, including frequent error messages during burst shots. For the newborn session, we had informed them in advance that we would be about 30 minutes late due to our baby's doctor appointment. Despite this, one of the planned props was removed, which felt inflexible given the circumstances. There was also a significant delay of about four weeks beyond the expected timeline in delivering the edited images, without clear communication or accountability. After delivery, communication continued to be frustrating. We received emails indicating additional charges if image selections were not made within 30 days, which felt pressured--especially considering the delay in delivery was on their side. At the same time, when we requested a re-edit for one of the selected images, we had to follow up multiple times and did not receive timely responses. Additionally, some comments made during the newborn shoot were uncomfortable and inappropriate. Remarks about the baby's skin tone and comments regarding the mother's feeding choices were hurtful and unexpected, especially for a one-month-old baby. We expected a much more respectful and sensitive environment. There was also no prior discussion about props for the newborn shoot -- only a couple of setups were pre-arranged, and we felt limited to those options. Similar to the maternity shoot, the overall photography quality did not meet expectations. From a 1.5-hour session, we could barely select around 15 images, and the editing felt very basic, with some images appearing minimally edited. Given our experience, the overall service felt unprofessional, inflexible, and lacking in quality. These are once-in-a-lifetime moments, and we expected a much more thoughtful, skilled, and supportive experience. Also, please don't go based on Instagram followers alone -- our experience did not reflect the expectations set by their online presence. If you are looking for a photographer who communicates well, provides guidance, and creates a comfortable and enjoyable session -- especially with a newborn -- this may not be the right fit.

I wanted to love photouncle so bad but unfortunately I have been left extremely disappointed with…read moremy experience. I got my maternity shoot taken on August 24th with my husband and son. The photo taking went well and they sent me a text telling me the vision/ editing we agreed on, very clearly. Fast forward 8 weeks I did not receive my pictures. Another week later (9 weeks after photo selection), I messaged them and received no response.. a few days later I messaged again. After an email as well I TRULY thought I had been scammed. Finally I call and was told they'd text me that day to give me an update, guess what? NO update. I texted them again the next day as a reminder and FINALLY I was told it would take another few days. At this point my newborn was a week or two old and there was no chance I'd even considering a new born photoshoot with them. I find it super unprofessional when there is a lack of communication. In my attempts to reach out I clearly said to just let me know if more time is needed, that could've required a simple 5 word sentence, "we need more time, sorry!". Especially if it's past the time frame you say photos will be done. Finally I received my pictures, which are NOT edited the way we agreed on.. Sure, they corrected the background to a few and added a few edited photos but that seems like a bare minimum. The edited photos just looked blurred with a background added, no further editing was done. (For example, my lighter skin belly didn't match my face, my undergarments were clearly visible-other maternity photographers will add a shadow). I later realized another picture was not edited the way we agreed on and of course, I've been ghosted yet again after 1 month- no response... I'm a reasonable person but ultimately the price, time to receive the photos, lack of communication, poorly edited photos have resulted in me feeling pushed to share this experience. I don't recommend them.

Thank you so much Devki for capturing such beautiful moments of our newborn and toddler in your…read morestudio.Your patience, creativity, and warmth made the entire experience feel easy and special, even with two little ones involved! We truly appreciate the care you put into every shot--these photos are something we'll cherish for years to come. We're so grateful for your talent and the memories you've helped preserve for our family.

I had an incredible experience working with Devki for a photoshoot for our brand, The Culture Room,…read moreand I can't recommend her enough. She truly understands how to capture the essence of working women--strong, confident, and authentic. Devki has a great eye for detail, and she made the entire shoot feel effortless and comfortable. She was patient, collaborative, and incredibly professional throughout, which made a huge difference in bringing our vision to life. The final images were stunning, natural, and perfectly aligned with our brand aesthetic. If you're looking for a photographer who not only delivers beautiful work but also genuinely cares about storytelling and representation, Devki is an absolute joy to work with. I can't wait to collaborate again!

Every session feels like magic!…read more We've had the absolute pleasure of working with Ozlem for several years now, and I truly can't imagine trusting anyone else to capture our family's most special moments. Her talent behind the camera is undeniable--she has an incredible eye for detail, light, and composition. Whether it's a chaotic family gathering or a quiet newborn shoot, she brings calm & patience. Somehow, she always manages to capture the essence of who we are as a family--those authentic, fleeting moments that are more precious than any posed shot could ever be. Her finished photos are consistently stunning--thoughtfully edited and timeless. We're so grateful to have found her! If you're lucky enough to work with her, you'll understand exactly what I mean.

Ozlem shot a session with us for an adoption brochure, and we just adored her and the pictures we…read moregot! Our dog loved her also- so that was awesome too! She really helped us get the best pictures possible, even though we are not the most comfortable in front of the camera. We referred her to my sister as well, and the family photos they took came out precious as well!