This was my first time working with Rachel and we had a wonderful experience. Working with Rachel…read morewas easy breezy. She is very professional and was very responsive throughout the process. What I really appreciate was the help with poses as we did a family shoot and she knew exactly how to direct us. She was punctual and also patient with us. The images turned out great. Not a fan of the black and whites but the edited colors were a keeper. Thanks for a great first time experience!

I LOVED my branding session with Rachel. I had so much fun!…read more She made the booking process easy and fun from the start. I needed pictures for my website, and she encouraged me to bring two shirts, so we could have a variety of images. We went to a super cute coffee shop and had a ton of fun! I felt very comfortable the whole time and LOVE how the pictures turned out - I use them for everything! Rachel is a true professional and makes the sessions a ton of fun, so you feel comfortable from the beginning of the booking process, all the way through when she delivers the images.

I went to get a headshot for work from prior recommendations of friends, I know. Jola is very…read moreprofessional had great recommendations and the photos turned out great I would highly recommend.

As a small business owner who overthinks everything, choosing the right brand photographer felt…read morelike a big decision. I wanted someone who could do more than just take "nice" pictures--I needed someone who could capture the heart of my business. From the moment we started working together, Jola made the entire process feel effortless. She was incredibly easy to work with--professional, calm, and collaborative--but what stood out most was her eye for detail. Every angle, every bit of lighting, every backdrop felt intentional and aligned with my brand story. She didn't just show up with a camera--she showed up with curiosity, creativity, and care. Somehow, through her lens, she brought my work to life in a way I didn't even know was possible. The photos feel like me--not just what I do, but why I do it. If you're a thoughtful (maybe even perfectionist!) business owner like me, trust me when I say: you want someone like Jola in your corner. Her attention to nuance and ability to translate the soul of your brand into stunning visuals is a rare gift. I couldn't be happier with the results.

We purchased a Living Social deal for a photo shoot with Sarah Jane. It was a one hour shoot and…read moreshe took about 90 pictures, in her studio with a backdrop. There were a set number of pictures we could choose from those 90, and then an additional fee for other ones we wanted, but the best part is that she signed a release for us to own the negatives and mailed us the photos on a disc, so now we can print them for $0.11 each at Walgreens! She was friendly and professional, and the pictures look good. She did send us an extra disc with the ones we had selected with some photoshopping, but it was mainly color effects, like sepia and black and white, rather than cleaning up tan lines or stray hairs, which would have been nice. Still, an awesome deal and she's done lots of kinds of photos, from maternity to kids to author photos, etc.

I can't say enough about Sarah and her team. The level of professionalism and connections they have…read moreare unprecedented. We are currently at a Launch event with them in Chicago and these guys know all of the agents here from all over the US. Go see Sarah and get your photos taken whether to launch your career or to have casual photos taken. You will be not be disappointed I promise!

I highly recommend hiring Cindy Fandl as your photographer…read more Cindy is a kind & wonderful human being who is a joy to spend time with & on top of that she is an incredible artist & photographer. We hired Cindy for our engagement photos + our June 2020 wedding & then postponed to July of 2021. Navigating rescheduling our wedding during the pandemic was not ideal, to say the least. However, Cindy made changing our date easy and she was compassionate, understanding & empathetic throughout the process. We were beyond grateful for her support during that difficult time. On our wedding day, Cindy and her second-shooter Danyel were simply amazing. They made us feel comfortable, beautiful, deserving and supported every step of the way. Neither my husband or I love to be the center of attention, but being in-front of Cindy's camera was never awkward - she truly made us feel stunning & so at ease. We honestly had so much fun!! We are absolutely in love with our wedding photos. Cindy captured every special moment + all of our loved ones beautifully. We truly just got to enjoy the day and had total faith that Cindy was there to document it all. Everything from portraits of my husband and I, bridal party shots, detail items, to candid moments with our family and friends is documented beautifully. She didn't miss a single thing! We will truly cherish these photos forever. We feel beyond blessed that we were able to have Cindy as our photographer. The end result is nothing short of magical. Cindy has my highest recommendation.

I don't even know where to start with the gratitude, appreciation and admiration for the work of…read moreCindy Fandl Photography. I reached out to Cindy in early 2020. We all know how that year turned out. It was an especially challenging time to get married. Cindy was there for us from the beginning. We had several changes with the ceremony site, reception, etc... Cindy was so calm and her reassurance meant the world to us. Our wedding day was perfect! Cindy was there early to capture getting ready and she was with us when we left the reception. Her assistant Monique was delightful. They worked together like a well oiled machine. You can see the team work in her photos. Cindy will hold a special place in our hearts forever. Your wedding day has the most loving and intimate moments. She respected our privacy yet still present. Our pictures, the slideshow and album are beautiful beyond words. Thank you Cindy

I am an officiant who has worked with Hilda several times over the years. Her work is phenomenal!…read moreShe has the ability to make couples feel comfortable - and have fun! The wedding party and guests also enjoy her humor and professionalism. But the best part comes later - with the results of her hard work. Hilda is truly a gifted artist with such incredible talent. So many of my couples rave about her when they see the magic she creates. Hilda also did my headshots for my website. I get so many compliments on these photos! She's the BEST!

Ok - all I can say is if you do not use Hilda, you must be crazy. :)…read moreHer talent is phenomenal! She photographed our wedding last year and is truly an artist! I cannot say enough how fun it was to work with her. Our wedding photos far exceeded our expectations and we are thrilled to have such beautiful memories.

Helga is one of the warmest and welcoming people I have met. I immediately felt like we were…read morefriends when we met, and her photography evokes the feeling that you're right there in the moment that was caught on camera. She had an excellent feel for lighting, poses, clothing and paid great attention to detail.  It's not easy to make someone feel natural when taking their photo, but she gets it!!! We really appreciate the different pricing options. Helga always was aware of our needs. She is prompt with her turn around of photos. The only downside is - there are so many great shots that choosing which ones to have printed is difficult ;) My family will definitely be going back for more portraits and group shots. We will treasure her work forever.

Olga was great to work with. She spent a great deal of time making sure we capture all of the…read morephotos we wanted. She also communicated ahead of time as to see what type of photos we were looking for. We also got a good deal with the mini video she created from our photo session. The turn around time was fast, within one week we got the mini video and within two weeks we got the longer version of the video and also all of the photos (I think there were 40 to 50 edited photos). Olga really captured the moments and the mini video was very touching. All of our friends loved them as well and gave high praises of her work. We will definitely have Olga take our family photos when our kids are older!

Olga and Gleam Photography were amazing! She was super responsive to questions and flexible with…read morescheduling, even during the busy winter holidays. When she arrived, she had terrific ideas for photos that we hadn't considered. Our family felt totally comfortable and had a lot fun. She gave us a ton of options to choose from, and the final edited photos looked great. The day of shooting was overcast, but she was able to make it look colorful and sunny. We love the photos, and would happily book with her again in the future!

Being in the military it always a struggle finding a great photographer within the time I am in the…read morearea, due to frequent duty station transfers. GLEAM exceeded our expectations. This was such an awesome experience for my family. We requested a studio shoot since it was too cold outside for a 4 month old. GLEAM was able to get us scheduled with no hassle. After arriving to studio, Olga made us feel very comfortable and treated us very professional. She was patient during the entire shoot and we never felt rushed. Additionally, she made the shoot fun for my 6 yr old. Olga played music for her to dance to, while she conducted the shoot. The ordering process was a cinch. We also received all pics on a thumb drive which was mailed to us within 2-3 weeks. I would highly recommend GLEAM to others in the area who are looking for a fantastic photographer. I intend on scheduling another shoot prior to my transfer from the Chicago area.

ART Photography has been so fun to work with! She knows how to capture the best of the best, even…read moreon those days you think your kids are not cooperating! Our family pictures are so precious to us and I will forever keep using her!

Alaina is a really talented photographer, and is someone who can make you feel comfortable in front…read moreof the camera. As an ex model who has spent a lot of time in front of the camera, I really appreciate a photographer who knows how to make someone feel comfortable. Not everyone has that. Alaina, and I met in a neighborhood website, through which I was looking for volunteers for a non-profit I'm on the board of. Not only did she volunteer to help with a feeding program I'm creating in Chicago, but I came to find she was a photographer and just happened to need new headshots for our website. It was an absolute pleasure to meet her, and do my headshots with her. I'm so happy with my shots, and highly recommend her. She's talented at what she does, and has an amazing comforting, personable personality. Thanks so much Alaina! I look forward to connecting again soon!