Kelsey is a phenomenal person and photographer!!! I am so glad I went with her for our maternity…read morephotoshoot after being highly recommended by my sister who couldnt stop saying enough great things about her. Photography skills - I absolutely love her natural style that uses the beautiful San Diego light to bring out the gorgeousness of everyone (and every pet :)) in the picture. She made us feel so comfortable during the shoot and was so flexible with us - including our dog who we wanted in some of the pictues. Kelsey also wants to tell a story with her photos and encourages having a series of photos to do so. This was such a relief when other photographers had quoted me the same/more and I would only select a handful of photos. Professionalism/personableness - Working with Kelsey also means gaining a friend. She helped me pick out outfits and was always encouraging while being honest (busy outfits or prints may not work so well in these photos!). She also wanted to sincerely know how my pregnancy was going and was a friend throughout the entire process. I would HIGHLY recommend working with Kelsey for all your photography needs. I am likely going to work with her again for a session with our kiddo :)

I dont know where to start, so I'll just say it..... shes AMAZING in every way, as a photographer…read moreand as a human being. We planned a trip to San Diego for an anniversary and family vacation hybrid trip and I wanted to surprise my wife with a professional family photoshoot since I knew she had always wanted one. So I came on yelp to try and find someone who i thought would do a decent job of taking our family photo. And after some scrolling, which is a shame since I felt like she should be at the top, I saw some photos that caught my eye that I thought fit our style and what we liked and that's how i found kelsey! She was great at communicating with us the whole time. From helping give us ideas of what to wear, Giving us information about the locations she likes to shoot at and why she likes it, and answering pretty much every question we had in a very timely manner. Which was very crucial especially since this was booked kind of last minute lol. But she made everything so smooth it was like we had it planned for months. Once we got to location she made everyone feel super comfortable and gave great directions and never made anything feel forced. Also, we got there a little later than planned because there was some traffic so we were about 20 min or so late. But we never felt like we were being rushed to take pictures to try and make up for the time lost and we felt like we still got a lot done. As for the photos themselves, I'm not a very photogenic guy, I can look pretty ehhh in pics. but the magic she was able to do to make me look good should say something about her skills. But me aside, she made my wife and kids look beautiful and the overall photos were amazing. Originally we were only going to pick the middle package, which allowed for a certain amount of pics to be downloaded, but we couldnt make up our mind and pick just that amount, so we HAD to upgrade so we could get everything. It was THAT hard to choose bc everything was so good. This ended up being a way longer review than planned but I had to let the world know how great she is. She even surprised us with a surprise gift that literally lifted our spirits on a day we were feeling kinda crabby. I wish her nothing but good vibes and continued success and I wish everyone does themselves a favor and gets a session with her if ever in the San Diego area and looking for a photographer, cuz shes pretty good. Thanks for coming to my TED talk.

I fell in love with Michelle's photography style when browsing Instagram for a wedding…read morephotographer. We reached out to her and she sent over her rates and info and we decided to book her. We had our engagement shoot in San Diego at Balboa Park. She was so sweet and made us super comfortable despite the hot weather. She was fun and we were able to loosen up in front of the camera and had a great time with her. Our engagement photos were amazing! I still have one as my lock screen. Our wedding ended up having to be postponed due to COVID but Michelle has been nothing but kind, compassionate and caring throughout the ordeal. She has checked in on my fiancé and I and it has meant the world to us. Reach out to her if you're looking for a photographer in the SoCal area! I can't wait for her to capture our big day!

Oh, we hope everyone has a photographer like Michelle for their special moments and milestones! She…read morecaptured our small backyard marriage celebration and engagement photos with so much love and intention. She is a wildly talented photographer with an eye for sweet, unique details and candid moments. And best of all, she has the most easygoing and calming presence. She made our introverted souls feel right at home even in front of a camera, which we didn't know was possible :) My partner and I keep saying, "how lucky are we to know Michelle!"

I went to casually candid for my sons graduation cards. The photos were spectacular and the layout…read moreon the final card was even better. Definitely coming back for my other kids, her work is impeccable.

I found out about Angela through a Groupon that she was advertizing for newborn photography. Just…read morehaving had a baby and having took a TONS of photos myself I wanted to get some professional ones done and then the Groupon of the day popped up so I looked at her website and decided to give it a go. My experience with Angela was FANTASTIC. Not only was she professional and got me prepared for our session with her e-mails (which I think answered every question I could have asked) but the day of the shoot she was GREAT. She was very patient with my little man (and me) and made me feel at ease. She used a variety of props (she has MANY to chose from) and all I can say is the pictures turned out so so wonderful. In fact my mom could not get off her website the entire time they were posted there. Needless to say I got them all (for an extra $$) and it was worth it. I made some calendars for grandma and even a coffee mug. I would highly recommend her as she is a great photographer #1 as well as very professional and through.

When someone steps up to serve our veteran community- magic happens!…read more I want to shine a spotlight on Juan P. Casiano from Lumetry Media, LLC. for his incredible contribution to Wounded Warrior Project's recent Employment Bootcamp (EBC) with Deloitte. Here's what makes Juan special: When I reached out (thanks to a referral from another outstanding local photographer who knew Juan as a veteran advocate), Juan didn't just say yes--he went above and beyond. He volunteered his time photographing FIFTEEN Warriors and supporting employers completely pro bono, understanding that professional headshots can be game-changers in the job search process. But Juan brought more than just technical skill. As you can see from this photo he took of me, he's not just a photographer--he's an expressions coach who helps people show their best, most confident selves. That's exactly what our Warriors need as they transition into meaningful civilian careers. The impact? Warriors walked away not just with professional headshots, but with renewed confidence and the tools they need to succeed in their job search. Juan embodies what veteran advocacy looks like in action. His company, Lumetry Media, proves that supporting our military community isn't just good business--it's the right thing to do. San Diego professionals: If you need headshots that capture not just how you look, but who you are, I can't recommend Juan and his team highly enough. BRAVO ZULU, Juan! Lumetry Media's website - https://www.lumetrymedia.com/ #VeteranSupport #WoundedWarriorProject #Headshots #SanDiego #VeteranAdvocate

Great experience and highly recommended! Germaine and Juan…read moreare skilled and friendly professionals. They made getting quality headshots for professional use a speedy and stress-free exercise. They made proofs quickly available, and completed the retouching work quickly. The studio was spacious and provided rooms for changing wardrobes, if needed. In addition to individuals, businesses should strongly consider Lumetry because of the firm's professionalism, competitive rates, and system for confirming appointments, billing and providing receipts, and viewing/downloading photos.

Jessica is wonderful. We had our 10yr wedding anniversary photos done with her, this was our first…read moretime hiring a professional photographer and we hired the right one!! She did an amazing job making us feel comfortable and her finished product is beautiful. We will be telling everyone about The Copper Collective

My husband and I hired Jessica and her team for our wedding and an engagement shoot. We have the…read moreengagement shots and previews from the wedding and we're amazed at the quality! Each photo highlights both of us and our friends/family. Even more impressive, our wedding reception was outdoors with not a whole lot of light and the night time pictures were still incredible. Jessica worked with us to create a list of photo groupings for the wedding, and even helped us decide if we wanted to do a first look or not. My absolute favorite part is that she captured the first look at the wedding perfectly. I highly recommend her and her team for all wedding photography needs!

Vanessa is such an amazing photographer! She always captures my personalty in the shots, and makes…read morethe shooting process FUN! I told Vanessa I wanted, bright, playful photos and she definitely made that happen. She makes the shooting process easy by telling you how to pose, seeing which angles and backgrounds will work best. Photographer in Heels has provided me with some amazing content for my business! I can't recommend Vanessa enough!

If you're looking for a super wonderful and fun gal to take some headshots, business photos, etc,…read morethen Vanessa is your gal! She is extremely respectful of your time, makes you feel right at home in front of the camera and is such a positive and kind professional to work with. My headshots are beautiful and I am so grateful for Vanessa and her time.

I reached out to Chris in the literal eleventh hour to take family photos while vacationing in San…read moreDiego (we're from Phoenix) and I realized it was a long shot to book so last-minute. But not only did this beautiful, kind and accommodating gem of a human email me back freakishly fast, she also took a phone call with me the same day to talk about my vision. I felt like I was talking to an old friend within minutes of being on the phone with her. It reinforced everything I was drawn to in Chris's photos: they have a natural, organic and uniquely-you element. I think it's what everyone wants in photos of themselves and their family, and I believe those can *only* be captured by a person who is as warm and welcoming as Chris, because she brings out that side of you. Chris went above and beyond for us in every way. Her hospitality toward us as out-of-towners, her patience as we navigated rush hour traffic in San Diego to meet up, her joy and encouragement in her interactions with us and our clumsy toddler, I could go on for days. Based on the above, it should come as no surprise that the output of her gorgeous, skilled and thoughtful photography had me in puddles. Working with Chris was a joy through-and-through. Any person or family who has the opportunity to do the same should jump at the chance!

TL;DR Chris is a DREAM to work with and captures each personality in the room so beautifully!…read more50000/5stars! Chris is so much more than a photographer. She's an advocate and huge supporter of her community. Getting to know her means I've gotten to know the woman behind the camera and what truly drives her. And for this, I consider myself incredibly lucky. Her kind & silly soul spills out and makes you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera and she goes above and beyond to capture the emotion, not just the face. She works hard to make sure everyone in the room is seen and photographed in a way they might not have been before. Looking through my pictures makes me emotional, as it has allowed me to see moments of my event I didn't get to be a part of. I'm so grateful to have these keepsakes to look back on and will absolutely recommend Chris to anyone looking for a photographer who SEES you as a person, not just as a customer. Thanks Chris! You've really outdone yourself!

Babsie is such a talented photographer! We booked her for our son's newborn photos after seeing her…read morework on Instagram. Her portfolio is exceptional. She was very responsive throughout the entire process which I really appreciated. Her studio is in Oceanside, and Babsie took all the necessary precautions during the pandemic. Being postpartum, my clothing options were very limited. However she had two options for dresses that worked perfectly regardless of size. This was a huge plus! Babsie was so good with our son. She had so many techniques to soothe him throughout the photo shoot. She was very patient. She is like a baby whisperer. I was very comfortable with her. The photos are stunning. She took a ton of them- lots of variety! It was so hard to choose the final ones. I can't wait to display them in our home. I would definitely book Babsie again!

Had the most wonderful experience with Babsie at her studio in Oceanside- Her space was so well put…read moretogether and extremely clean allowing us to feel safe and comfortable during our 4 hour photoshoot. Our baby boy is 3 weeks old and Babsie is a complete baby whisperer. Her communication skills and direction on poses were very clear and she works at the pace of the baby. Incredible quality, comfortable/clean location and wonderful person to be around! Would highly recommend to any newborn parents or parents to be!