Fast forward through my original 6000 word review, which I already trimmed down and a few months to…read morethe night before our wedding, Luke was to make the drive to Carmel, CA and meet us in our wedding cottage in which we offered him a room. (PLEASE look for my *full* review here: http://www.lukesnyderstudio.com/2013/12/17/carmel-wedding-elopement-of-brianna-and-rodney/ ) I'm impressed with my ability to control my enthusiasm even down to 6000 words. Yelp won't allow me that much space, but it's worth the read, especially if you're reading these trying to decide if he's "the one." HE IS.) The second he showed up I knew in my heart our meeting was meant to be. He was every single one of my gut feelings I had about him and more. He showed up at our door with so much sincere passion to be there. He had an amazing attitude and an amazing smile to show it- the kind that lights up the room. He sat down with me and my husband and listened to us. He listened to us beam about our magical trip so far, he listened to our excitement over the coming wedding and he listened to every single detail we pointed out about our cottage and how "meant to be" it all was.... all while taking candid shots we would eventually be surprised to find. I don't know of a single photographer that would take this much time and careful thoughtfulness. Those are now some of my favorite wedding photos as they would come to be our last photos of being engaged. We hadn't even thought of it. We would come to know how much he listened and how much he retained when we eventually went through our wedding photos. He somehow captured every detail from the glass doorknobs to the dutch doors... Luke listens. This, we believe, is one of the most important qualities you can find in a photographer. If you look at his work on his website it's easy to see that he does; no two weddings are alike. They each look so characteristic of his subject's unique story. To say a few things more about his character, we had only one guest at our wedding and my two sisters who were our ministers. The energy, authenticity and personality of the photographer was very important to us. We chose every single detail with such meaning and symbolism- even the photographer. I still cannot believe we found this in him. It's SO MUCH to look for and he provided all. He was the PERFECT ENERGY to add to our special day and there is not a single person that could have taken his place. He was even there for my pre-wedding makeup when I freaked out having not been used to wearing so much. He was the calm energy there to validate that me washing all of my friend's great work off was OK. It sounds small typing it, but it was huge. I just appreciate Luke so much... which I'm fairly certain is obvious. I almost forgot to mention that Luke showed up with a bottle of wine for us and a "moon" of honey- because did I mention he is a bee-keeper? Yes, not only is he an amazing human being, he's also a gifted photographer and beekeeper. The honey was one of my favorite wedding presents EVER and delicious, too. I love remembering it! Now that I have gushed over my sentimentality for Luke, let me move on to my wedding photos. I'll probably cry through this part. They're beautiful. They're stunning. They're magical. They're authentic. They're creative. They're moving. They're REAL. They're artistic. They're enchanting. They're one hundred million of the most incredible adjectives you can think of. We are IN LOVE with them... every one of them... even the ones where my hair is windblown and my makeup was wiped off from nuzzling into my husband. Luke drove us to a beautiful spot I hadn't been to in years to take more photos. We didn't take posey, creating a moment photos- he took photos of us IN the moment, enjoying one another. This is why I say they are real. He even surprised us with a bottle of champagne. He blew us away with his angles. I am sincerely telling you that we are still puzzled by how he captured photos from the angles he did. We didn't even notice him snapping away. He's so talented! I simply cannot say it enough. He was the best photographer we could have found and our pictures prove it. You really will get what you pay for when it comes to wedding photography. I'd have paid Luke double for what we received from him. It was worth every penny and more. If you're looking for the total package in a photographer trust my review and the reviews of many others. He is your answer. Thank you again Luke! You have touched our lives and enriched our special day. We will always be grateful to you! Thank you for giving us TRUST in our photographer- it's one of the BEST parts of working with you!

This is definitely "as good as it gets." Luke and his brother Sky recently photographed my…read morefriend's wedding this labor day weekend and their work was beyond what I expected. Helping plan the wedding from Chicago I found Luke on Yelp. I sent his website link to my friend and they absolutely loved him!!! Luke and Sky have a great eye that catches the most unnoticed moments of the day. Creating a "delicious" vantage point that is captured in their pictures. Beyond their photographs, Luke and Sky are thoughful, kind, and passionate about their work. I highly recommend them!!

This review is massively overdue. I'm a former frequent flyer here, and I have to say TIF is my…read moreall-time favorite one-stop shop for anything photographic in the Bay Area. I started coming here six years ago to augment the lab time and instruction I was getting in school. Their darkroom was my happy place for a long time and was fairly priced. What impressed me the most about their gorgeous space was that they encouraged clients to get their work off their screens and onto the walls. Literally, any time I had a question about anything related to photography or printing, Stuart, Ed, Constance, Chrysta, or Nathan would make the time for me and help me out or give me feedback. I enjoyed printing there and always left feeling inspired because they were so kind, knowledgeable, and professional. If you'd like to learn about photography, I highly recommend checking out their services, classes, and workshops. I wish I could give them more than five stars!

Image Flow is such a fun and interesting place. My boss had an old bubbled photo he wanted restored…read morefor a donation to the Air Force Academy. They took the old photo and had a digital copy that included a restoration of minor details. This image is saved by them and is then emailed to you. From this image you can reproduce it. The image photo itself was $60. The copy of that image is 18"X 22" and all together it cost $190 for a print of that new image. For artists this is a dream come true. The new image looked a thousand times better and I was excited to get it back. This business is beneath the old movie theater in downtown San Anselmo at the hub. Beautiful inside and great service.

I bought 2 of Lance's framed photographs for my Novato home. I wanted photos of the Marin coastline…read more(specifically Pt. Reyes) and I am so pleased with my purchase. The photos are spectacular and the matting/framing are wonderful. They are a great addition to our master bedroom and it's wonderful to wake up and look at the beauty of them every day. Highly recommend Lance's photographic pieces.

Outstanding workshop by a knowledgeable and excellent photographer and reasonably priced as well…read more He's a friendly guy and knew the places of workshop thoroughly.

We just finished a wonderful week of fundamentals of photography camp where my 13 year-old teen…read morereally enjoyed everything she learned from the instructor Tara. The various field trips to different parts of the Bay Area really built on each other and leveraged the techniques learned during camp throughout the week. We actually joined this camp as an out-of-towner (but ex-Bay Area-er) from Southern California and found it worth all of the efforts to make it happen, thanks to the heart and soul Tara has put into making this camp possible. Highly recommend!

Our son has joined Tara's photo school for three summers in a row. Tara gets the class to…read moredifferent, interesting places to take photos. She also has a teaching style that is both challenging and encouraging--helping students expand their technical skills and artistic vision. It has been fun for him, and exciting for us to see the growth in his work.

P.J. provided exceptional service and communication. From initial contact, P.J. was responsive…read more(which I appreciated because many others didn't even reply), professional, timely, friendly, and made us feel at ease. The booking process and planning was a breeze. There were a few questionnaires and a schedule to complete in the months/weeks leading up to our wedding, which allowed for a smooth wedding day, set with clear expectations. The day of, he was so patient and pivoted effortlessly when we veered off schedule a bit. When we first met P.J., we were both so nervous about being the center of attention and having to take photos in front of everyone. Fast forward to our wedding day and we felt like natural models! It was too fun, especially our couples photos. Not only did he make us feel comfortable, but our friends and family also raved about him. Booking a photographer for your wedding can be stressful, but rest assured P.J. will make it a memorable experience and be there for you every step of the way. He beautifully captured our special day from the big moment to candid shots. The quick turnaround and quality was also impressive! We couldn't have asked for more and look forward working with him again. Thank you!! -Michael and Angelica

After a lot of searching, it was such a pleasure to work with P.J…read more Not only does he have a great personality, he is a professional who will ensure that you (and your guests) have great photos and memories of your special day, without you even noticing. Whether you want candid shots or posed portraits, P.J. can deliver. I am not photogenic or good at posing but all of my pictures (and I!) came out beautifully. Book with confidence. You won't have any regrets.

Echoing my friend Cindy L, yes, this team is FABULOUSSSSSSSS and FASTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…read more I met Michael in 2009, and I knew he and his team would be my wedding photographer and cinematographer one day when I tie the knot. In 2010, I introduced my start-up company in Redwood City to Michael and his team to do an IoT video and they loved his work. The animation was pure genius and story line was so easy to comprehend. In 2014, I introduced my best friend, Cindy L, to Michael and his team, for her wedding, and she and her husband absolutely fell in love with Capture the Love photos and cinematography. Fast forward to 2016. When my NOW husband and I booked Nestldown for our wedding venue in 2016, I knew IMMEDIATELY who I would have as my photographer and cinematographer--the wonderful Capture the Love team!!! I did not even shop around. Right after we signed the contract with Nestldown, I immediately called Michael Soo and made sure we reserve him for Fall 2017 before another couple snatch him from us. Michael and his team come at a price, but you SERIOUSLY pay for what you get. I honestly don't know any team who work as fast as this team. We took our engagement photos and finished around 5pm and within 3 hours, we received sneak previews, and by 9pm, we received all our photos! We had our wedding on Saturday, which ended at 10pm, and by midnight, we received 2 sneak previews!!!! On Tuesday (yes less than 72 hours later), we received another 20 photos!!!! He informed us that all the photos will be ready by Friday afternoon (less than 7 days from our wedding!!) ! AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!! SERIOUSLY, no one works this fast, except this fabulous team. I keep looking at the 20+ photos and I am still floating on cloud 9 and reliving every moment of our wedding day. On the day of our wedding, the team showed up early, which was SOOOO MUCH appreciative, so they could ensure they were able to capture every little minute detail. They always had a smile on their faces, even when they have to deal with crazy family members and vendors who get in the way of the shots. I looked in the corner of my eye and I was personally annoyed certain ppl/kids were in the shot, but the team was very professional and never yelled or had a frown on their faces. This definitely helps keep the bride calm. I never doubted this team and trusted them whenever they told us to go here and there, and do this and that pose. I told them, "tell us what to do and we will do it!" I can't wait to see all the photos and the cinematography so I can relive one of the best days of my life! When you ask former brides and grooms for wedding planning tips, they always say, "spend money on your photography and cinematography!!!" Best advice ever since you get to keep these photos and videos forever compared to florals which will last no more than a few days! Thank you so much Capture the Love!! Money well spent!!! I highly recommend if you're in the market for photography or/and cinematography!!!

Michael did product photography for our Faux Floral Designs. Let's just say he has a few redeeming…read morequalities to say the least. Professional Patient Talented Fast turn around Communication on point Thank you Michael and Team!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Sheila Johnson and Studio J Photography. From the very…read morebeginning, Sheila made the entire experience feel effortless. She has an incredible ability to make you feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera, and that shows in every single photo. If you're looking for a wedding photographer in Napa Valley or Sonoma Wine Country, I honestly don't think you'll find anyone who cares more about her couples. Sheila captured every emotion, every little detail, and all of the candid moments that made our day so special. Looking through our gallery felt like reliving our wedding all over again. Her eye for beautiful light, genuine moments, and timeless photography is amazing. She was organized, professional, calm, and worked seamlessly with our wedding planner and vendor team. We never felt rushed or overly posed, yet somehow she captured every important moment perfectly. Whether you're planning a luxury winery wedding, an intimate elopement, a surprise proposal, engagement photos, or family portraits in Sonoma County or Napa Valley, I would recommend Studio J Photography without hesitation. Sheila truly tells your story instead of just taking pictures. Our family and friends have not stopped talking about our photographs. They are elegant, emotional, and absolutely stunning. These are images we'll treasure for the rest of our lives. Thank you, Sheila, for giving us memories we'll cherish forever. Studio J Photography was one of the best investments we made, and I recommend Sheila Johnson to anyone looking for an experienced, talented, and genuinely kind photographer in Northern California.

Sheila is a professional! So easy to communicate with and this girl has true artistic vision. Her…read moreskills behind the camera are truly amazing. I was lucky enough to do our very first professional (outside of JCPenney's or Sears) family pictures with her and it was such an amazing experience. Pictures can be so stressful but Sheila's easy-going light-hearted personality is great for the whole family. We just did our 2nd family photos with not just the four of us (and our dog) but my mom dad brother and niece. I can't wait to get these back I know they are going to be lovely! I highly recommend studio J! Ahe does events, weddings, family portraits and senior shoots.

Katie is the best in the business -- future brides run don't walk & hire Katie and the Kreate team…read moreif you want the perfect photographer for your wedding! Not only is Katie such an amazing human and positive light but on top of that she is able to literally capture the love of the couple on camera which is hard to do. We are so happy we chose Katie/Kreate Photography and could not picture our wedding without her. Our photography is absolutely stunning, she truly helped guide and control all of the photos we had to take day of truly making our lives so easy. She is an absolute pro and artist -- I interviewed many different wedding photographers and by far Katie is the best: she is personable, kind and she loves what she does and you can tell. Thank you Katie/Kreate Photography, words cannot describe how blessed we are that you were our photographer for our wedding. You truly made the day a breeze & cannot thank you enough for your attention to detail -- our wedding photos will be a perfect snapshot of our perfect day. We had the best day with you and your team and cannot thank you enough for everything that you did. You are the best in the business and will forever be a core memory as we look back on the best day of our lives.

Katie, was such an important part of our wedding; her presence throughout the day was absolutely…read moreinvaluable. She was calming when I needed it but tough when my family needed a little tightening up And the product, holy cow!!! All these photos are amazing and I can't wait to send them to everyone and order a shit ton of prints. 10,000/10 I will recommend her to anyone who asks for the rest of my life

I have known Christy for over 20 years. She is easy going, fun and directive. Getting your photo…read moretaken can be nerve wracking, but she makes it feel so easy. She takes the pressure off by suggesting simple poses that make you look your best. She is a true Pro offering outfit suggestions, knowing the best locations and weather conditions and recommendations for hair/makeup. Her turnaround time on photos is quick and she often posts a sneak peek within days of the shoot! She is incredible as a wedding photographer. She is attentive with all of her detail shots, she finds the most magical light to shoot the bride & groom and is effortless in getting candid shots of your friends and family. She is also so talented with seniors and families. I highly recommend her.

From the owner: Christy Marie Photography specializes in wine country weddings and Sonoma County high school senior…read moreportraits. Christy offers photography services all over Sonoma County, Napa County and the Bay Area. She uses natural and available light to capture a the true moment either on your wedding day or for high school senior portraits and even in home lifestyle sessions. Christy not only offers wedding photography & high school seniors but also photographs families and business head shots.

I work for a family as an assistant/home manager. When they want something, they get it and in…read moretime for their events. I was tasked to print a photo and have it framed within a couple of days, tops. I went to The Lab and met Jennifer. What a lovely woman and helpful, accommodating, friendly, creative, and suggestive. All qualities I was in need of. She rushed my order, did an amazing job blowing up a smaller pixel photo to a large format using computer techniques. A real pro, she was able to tell me what sizes would work according to what we have and what photoshopping can do. We decided on something , I ran to get a frame, and she put the whole thing together, charging hardly anything for all the things-- rush job, putting the finished product into the matting and frame, etc. I also met her partner (I assume), another woman, and Jennifer told me, "We are a small business, it's just she and me." Cool! I will be returning to this business for future projects and I recommend you consider them for your printing needs!

Oh my goodness! They did an amazing job. I brought in a photo that was from 1986. I wanted to make…read moreit bigger and they did such an amazing job! I was almost in tears. This was around the holidays and they were able to get it to me before Christmas. I'm so happy how it turned out. I highly recommend checking this place out.