Elizabeth was incredibly thorough and professional throughout the entire process. Her photos turned…read moreout absolutely amazing, and her pricing was very affordable. She truly went above and beyond to make sure we were completely satisfied. Not only did we receive our finished photos earlier than expected, but they were exactly what I had envisioned. She exceeded my expectations and delivered beautiful results. I highly recommend Elizabeth to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and professional photographer!

Liz was extremely responsive and really listened to what we wanted for our daughters senior…read morepictures. She made sure the location and lighting were PERFECT. She was fantastic and paying my daughter for just the right angles and background in her pictures. We spent two days with her any 2 storage locations and all the pictures turned out Amazing! I would recommend her to anyone looking for the best photographer in the San Diego area. We live in Las Vegas and we will be driving back down here at the end of the year. Once my daughter picks a college to do pictures with her again. Here are some of our favorites from our shoot.

I was on my way to jcp portraits because I had scheduled an appointment however, upon arrival they…read morewere closed. Since my family was already dressed and ready we were walking in the plaza Bonita mall and I ran into the picture place. I walked in and asked if by any chance they did walk ins, the manager was super nice and told me that they did and asked if we wanted to take pictures since we were all matching lol. I asked what was there deals and she told me she had a couple and walked me through them. While taking the pictures both the manager Laura and Jennifer were amazing! We took family pictures and pictures of my one year old and man they did such a great job in catching the babies attention and taking his pictures! We will definitely be back!

I called them eight times today and there was no answer. I went in as a walk-in. The young lady…read morethat greeted me was really nice and sweet. I asked her about a coupon that I found on the Internet and she said let me go get my manager . the "manager" came very unprofessional with no customer service . . She had her little son with her. She couldn't talk to me at all. The only thing she said about the coupon is that it was for a different place which I didn't notice that I had a name changed.. I don't know if this place went from people picture to people place if that's the name now she said she was the owner when I asked her for her name because I didn't get any good response from her. She was distracted by her son or grandson. She didn't asked any more questions and started walking away . It just seemed that she was rushing me out /getting rid of me. I had my baby with me and I was ready to take pictures. Her name is Laura. I think that's what she said and if you are really the owner of this place, you need to get more customer service practice because you lack that a lot no wonder your place is always empty. I used to go to this place all the time since my daughters were born. I used to be named differently and then it became people Picture and now is people place. I will not return to this place for your lack of customer service and discrimination that's how I felt.

After almost a year of hiring Aron for my daughter's Quinceañera he now refuses to respond to my…read moretext messages. He hasn't completed his work due to "being busy with work" he's really unprofessional and won't finish his contract. I was told by Factory of dreams he was great at his job and it was all a lie. All he has done is give me the run around.

Don't recommend him at all. It's been 7 years now and I still have received my wedding pictures…read more Please avoid this photographer at all costs. He was paid and it's not fair that I still haven't received my wedding pictures.

We are eternally grateful for the Fate Studios Team!!! We did our engagement shoot with David and…read moreloved everything about his energy and passion that is definitely necessary for photos when we tend to feel awkward behind the lens, but he makes it so fun!!! Never a dull moment and always laughing and good vibes! So we knew they were the right people to shoot for our wedding day! David, Kaye, Jerome, and Germaine were so fun to work with on our wedding day. They brought their kindness and patience, as I can only understand how long of a day it can be but they were troopers all day and kept us motivated! Makes me want to get into photography because of them!! You can tell how well they work as a team, along with communication and being flexible with anything and everything! I hope they know the energy they all exude will flourish with all the love in the photos and videos felt that day! THANK YOU GUYSSSSS!!! See you for the maternity photoshoot HAHA! ;)

The Fate Studios team was truly amazing! David, Jerome, and their team of photographers and…read morevideographers are true professionals. My wife came across them on Yelp! and we hired them to do the photo and video shoot for my parents' 50th Golden Wedding Anniversary. Mind you, we hired them less than a month before the actual event. David and Jerome took the time to do a phone call with us and walk through the entire itinerary of the day from the ceremony at Mission San Diego through the entire reception at the Gaylord Pacific. I really enjoyed working with all of them. They were so kind, warm, and detail oriented. I can't say enough about Fate Studios and how they made this event a truly memorable event! I also pitched an idea to Jerome about doing an AI video of my parents, describing their love story and how they met 50 years ago in the Philippines. Jerome has years of experience as a filmmaker in the Philippines and has worked for one of their large TV networks there, so he's a pro. I was nervous that we wouldn't have enough time to take this video from start to finish, but Jerome assured me that he could deliver. We presented the surprise AI video to my parents after we showed their slide show and the crowd was truly mesmerized! Many of our guests told me that the AI video was an awesome concept. But let me say that David, Jerome, and their team were awesome! I feel as though I gained some friends for life. The second I met them in person it felt like I had known them for a long time. They also knew how to get my parents to take pictures. You know, once you get older the excitement for these kinds of things is not the same as when you first got married :). So if you need a great team of folks who just make you feel at ease with a big event, look no further! Fate Studios is an amazing team and I encourage anyone who is looking for photographers/videographers to give them a call. They are well worth it!

Lisa was a perfect choice for my surprise proposal + engagement photos. Lisa took the worry out of…read moretrying to find a good location to propose in SD. She told me exactly where to meet and captured all the moments while making it easy every step of the way. Lisa also did so well at bringing great vibes and helping us with our poses for the engagement shoot after the proposal. I would definitely recommend her to anyone thinking about getting engaged in SD.

Second time writing a review on Lisa's work--because of how amazing she is(she didn't ask me to…read morewrite this)! Our family members are generally all awkward with taking pictures(Chandler's face-ish situation) but she was able to find and capture the most genuine moments!

I had a shoot recently. I received very clear instructions on how to prep for the shoot and what I…read moreneeded to do the day of shoot and what to expect. Cinnamon did my photos and it's OBVIOUS she has decades of experience. Her personality was so vibrant but calming. The first questions she asked were about my comfort level, what I was ok with showing and not ok with showing. Asked a lot of questions about what my goal for the shoot would be. It made me feel very safe and comfortable. She had me get in my first outfit and pointed out things I never would have thought of like deodorant on my underarms. She gave clear direction on posing and made the whole process so much fun. I forgot I was there for a photoshoot. It seemed effortless for her. She took time after my shoot to answer any questions I had about the next steps in the process. After the shoot I got the edited photos 3 days later which is a crazy turn around time. The album came with very clear instructions on how to view and select photos or packages for purchase. I was also given multiple reminders to make my selections before the cut off time which my ADHD brain really appreciated. I would (and have) recommend them to anyone looking for this type of shoot and will probably book in the future.

Multiple pages, so updating where I wrote a review prior as well…read more In May 2025, I booked my first session with Bad Kitty photography and loved it so much. I checked if they were touring again and when I saw a session two days before my birthday, I took it as a sign from the universe that I needed to book another one. Be rude not to! Plus, I've been working hard on my self image and confidence. I'm not lying when I say they helped me be able to say I'm beautiful out loud and believe it. Stacey was amazing the first time, and I looked forward to see if I worked with her again or if it would be one of the other two amazing ladies at Bad Kitty. This time in September 2025, I had the pleasure of working with the wonderful Madison! The bar was set pretty high by Stacey as she was phenomenal with my sensory issues for makeup/hair and talked me through the poses to make me feel comfortable. Madison hit this out of the park! Heck, I'm not just beautiful, I am SEXY is this recent shoot! Wowza madam, you captured some truly stunning photos! I am still blown away by some of them. Would I book again? Heck yeah!!! I can't recommend them enough if you are looking for a boudoir photographer.

When the Beach Village Concierge at the Del referred us to Amy, and I looked at her portfolio. What…read morecaught my eye and initially impressed me was her unique use of natural light...I especially loved the photos she takes with the human reflections in the water. Our photo session was created to honor an incredible milestone - my Mom's 80th birthday. After my parents flew in from Dallas, we surprised her with an entire weekend of celebrations. Having these precious moments professionally captured was the perfect finale to our special time together. The photographs preserve not just images, but the joy and love we shared during this once-in-a-lifetime celebration, ensuring these cherished memories will live on for generations to come. When planning this family photo session, I had a vision for photos that would serve dual purposes - a Christmas card for our big family, but also a Christmas card for my Brother, Sis in Law and Luke and Rowan (my nephews). It was a "Gift to the entire family" as I saw it. I also envisioned my parents and family members turning the photos into a "statement piece" for our home (or my parents). The first thing that struck me with Amy was how easy it was to talk to her and how empathetic and personable she is. Additionally, Amy asks copious questions prior to the shoot...And these are VERY DETAILED questions. They ask things such as "What is your (childs) favorite color?" or "What gets them excited?" or "What are they into?" -- This all helps with the shoot and she comes prepared. Further, she asks questions about every family member. She asks every family member's name, relationship, "Gotchas", where they are from, etc. This shows and defines amy as showing genuine interest and empathy in her clients. It shows she cares. Implicitly. When she arrives, she calls everyone by name. She references familial relationships. She speaks with kindness. She is focused on keeping things moving and getting the best shot, but also very engaged in ensuring she connects with her audience. She makes sure everyone is being called by their name, that she captivates their attention, and is empathetic to someone in the group that might be having trouble. I highly recommend Amy for ANY shoot - she's a ROCKSTAR!!

Amy's ability to capture the spirit of who you are, yet with a professional look is priceless. I…read moreliked her friendly yet directive approach and willingness to "Try out" different looks, which led to an amazing result. There were at least 10+ shots that I absolutely loved and can use in my business. Thank you Amy! Mary Ann

So much fun shooting with Ashley. She's easy to work with, booking was straightforward. We clicked…read moreright away, felt like I've known her for years. I did three outfit changes and we shot at Broadway Pier in San Diego, off The Embarcadero. I will gladly rebook! She has a fresh, cool energy and made me feel chill the entire shoot. She scoped out the best areas around the Pier to shoot. She looked at her lighting and got some good motion shots. I was literally in heels, leaping in a cap and gown and she got the best shots.

I'm absolutely without words. Our photos are stunning. They're beautiful and candid and joyful and…read moreso authentically us! All of my friends asked for the photographer's information. The help and guidance leading up to the shoot was incredible. Helpful suggestions on choosing clothing, location, everything! The actual shoot was relaxing, fun, playful, and focused. Our daughter was relaxed and having so much fun with Ashley, who knew exactly how to connect with her and make her comfortable. We appreciated so much her guidance during and throughout. My partner said as we left, that's exactly what you want in a photographer! Someone whose casual enough to make you feel comfortable but clear in guiding you to what looks best. And no question--the actual pictures exceed expectations in every way. The touch ups she did were so worth it and so reasonable! These are cherished. We are so happy we had Ashley!

Dustin was awesome to work with! He responded within hours of reaching out and was kind and…read moreprofessional throughout all communication. He got to the site ahead of time to scope out a good spot and the best lighting. He managed to capture beautiful photos of our little family including a crying newborn and two large unwieldy dogs. We will definitely be reaching out to him for all family photography in the future and highly recommend him to anyone in the San Diego area!

From the owner: I specialize in creating stunning, timeless images that highlight the beauty of every subject…read more Using a blend of natural light and studio lighting, I craft photographs that capture the essence and personality of each moment. Whether it's a portrait session, a professional headshot, or a creative shoot, I focus on bringing out the best in every individual. My goal is to create images that not only look amazing but also resonate with the viewer. Let me help you preserve your most beautiful moments with elegance and style.