Tom really helped us out of a crazy situation. Our original photographer cancelled the day before…read moreour family beach session! I emailed a couple other photographers, and he replied fast to emails answering all of my questions. At the session under the pier he was very personable and professional. We have Two year old boy that he captured perfectly! He was patient and offered valuable input. Our album was up for viewing a few days after the session and his website is very user friendly. You can't beat his prices, and we will definitely recommend him to friends and family visiting OCMD!

Tom recently did beach pictures for our family ranging in age from 3 to 70+-he was fantastic, got…read moreeveryone organized and really knew how to get the little ones engaged and cooperating. The pictures we received were beyond anything we had hoped for- great group shots and adorable candid shots of our 4 grandkids playing in both the sand and the water. Tom was so easy to work with-he was quick to get back to us and the arrangements were so easy. This is the second time we use Tom at the Delaware shore and will definitely use him again.

AAAMMMAAAZZIIINNGGG Courtney shot my engagement shoot and my wedding. I love her energy, her…read moreguidance, and her positivity to make you feel comfortable wit getting your pictures taken for hours. She is honest, hard working, and accommodating. Most importantly her professionalism and positive attitude made all the small frustrations on my wedding day seem like small potatoes. Brides you definitely want Courtney by your side your big day. I have such high confidence in her that i write this review even before seeing my pictures back... maybe i will add to this later, but just the experience with her was amazing enough to speak for itself. Our engagement pics were amazing and i expect the same for our wedding day photos.

We did a sunrise photo shoot with Tiff and it was terrific! Loved the pix and it was a great way to…read morehave the beach to ourselves with a beautiful sunrise background. (Also - getting up early made it easier to get a big table for breakfast in Rehoboth!) Tiff worked with us to capture realistic moments with our multi-generational group.

The pictures we had taken at the beach by Tiffany were gorgeous! Not only posed pictures but lots…read moreof candid shots that captured our children and grandchildren perfectly!! She was so easy to work with and was great with the kids. Highly recommend!

Working with Jamie was a true pleasure. She did our family photos as well as professional…read moreheadshots. She was on time and really gave great direction on how to pose in the pictures... Without looking too posed.

When we hired Jamie to photograph our newborn twins, we knew from her website how talented she was,…read morebut we could have never known (and were grateful to learn) that her kindness, professionalism, and attention to detail were just as incredible. From the moment we entered the studio with our newborn teeny tiny twins, Jamie and her assistant made us feel completely comfortable and we knew our babies were in amazing hands with them. They handled them with love and care that was comparable to the way a loving mother or grandmother holds their new baby. Jamie asked for our preferences in advance of the shoot and then incorporated every single idea we gave her into a well thought out set of photo shoots. One idea in particular involved getting a whole set of new props that were not easily found. But, Jamie scoured the internet and made it happen. She so far exceeded our expectations that I can't imagine ever using another photographer when it comes to capturing our babies as they grow. She is truly an artist, a professional, and perhaps the sweetest, most kindhearted and honest person you could ever wish to work with.

I paid for photos and never received them. Despite calling THREE times over several weeks,…read morerequesting a call back to see how I could get them, or get my money back for the items I didn't receive, I have heard nothing. Beware if you choose to work with these people, as they appear to be dishonest and nonresponsive once they've collected your money.

I wish I saw these comments before using for my wedding. I…read morewent off of a referral. I should have canceled when my family said they had issues 10yrs ago. I figured 10yrs I bet it's better now. Nope!!! 1. was asked for a list of what pictures I wanted that day. i didn't get most of them on the list. did not get any with just me and the kids or my husband and the kids. or any group ones during the reception. 2. pictures were very very basic poses. nothing special or different. I had to ask for a few suggestions. 3. it took 2 months to get all of my pictures back. I got the run around. first got the flash drive with only the last few pictures of the night on it. 4. i been told multiple times that our photographer was rude to guest when she talked to people. especially when we were not in sight. how embarrassing. 5. night pictures horrible. 6. one of my biggest problems is that Kate did not see issues when taking pictures. dresses not laying right or the guys suits bunched up. These are pictures that I can never redo. Fingerprint

My experience working with Vibrant Image Photography and Sarah was downright awful and I would not…read morerecommend this photographer to anyone. I had my family photographed in Sarah's studio on April 1st, and the photos were ready to be viewed by April 10th, but I did not submit my selections for the digital releases included in the package I purchased until June 3rd because it was difficult to choose which photos were most acceptable. We had an uncooperative subject, and I was grateful that Sarah was able to get a few nice (smiling) shots, but the criticisms I received from my family and friends were not in regards to my niece's pouty face. Rather, complaints were of the large wrinkles in the backdrop which could be seen in the photos, the rusty metal and plastic school chair on which Sarah seated my niece, the abundance of background vs. subject in some of the shots, and the poor/minimal editing of the photos. When I did email Sarah with my photo selections on June 3rd, I did not receive a reply. Sarah's email policy clearly states that all emails are replied to within 24 hours. I very patiently waited until June 21st before contacting her a second time. When I still had not heard back from her on June 25th, I decided to try a Facebook message to Vibrant Image's FB page. The reply I received the same day was snarky, emotionally manipulative, and blamed the lack of reply on a 3 day trip + 2 weeks in the hospital (which still did not put Sarah within even 72, much less 24, hours of my original email). Still, she stated that I would have my photos later in the day and so I waited. More than 24 hours later I emailed Sarah again expressing my disappointment that I still had not received my digital releases. Sarah's reply to me was full of capitalized words accusing me of being, "rude," and, "heartless," and admonishing me for my behavior. The entire thing was so unprofessional that I could hardly believe it! In addition to being upset that my photos did not turn out as nicely as I expected, I am shocked and appalled at Sarah's lack of professionalism and her inability to effectively manage her business and live up to the promises she makes to her customers. I am grateful that my niece is still as cute today as she was in April and I can try again with another photographer. I would strongly caution those considering Vibrant Image Photography to capture moments that cannot be re-created (such as weddings) against working with this company. In fact, I would caution anyone that expects to be treated respectfully and to receive services as they were promised against working with Sarah. **Update: as if the above experience wasn't enough, I feel people should also know that Sarah went through a mutual acquaintance to view my Facebook page (which is not visible to the public) and viewed a post which simply stated that I would not recommend Vibrant Image. She went on to send me an outrageous message warning me that I ought to be careful what I post and that she will be suing me for, "slander." She also insulted my niece in this message. I will attempt to post pictures illustrating the poor photo quality and the poor treatment I have endured from this business. I implore all readers to please save themselves a headache and choose another photographer.

I'm sure this is a lovely studio, but I never got a chance to work with them. Bought a Groupon for…read morea boudior shoot but it was VERY difficult to schedule a session. At least in my experience, the communication was sorely lacking and after a month calling and emailing back and forth, I finally gave up because I felt like they didn't really want my business. I'm not sure if the studio was especially busy at this time of year or if something else was going on but I didn't feel like the professionalism was there. Sounds like other reviewers have had better experiences; I'm bummed that mine wasn't that great!

Samantha's photography is absolutely stunning and she is a joy to work with! We are so grateful our…read morewedding planner directed us to her. We were instantly drawn to her light but colorful photography style, and our initial phone call really sealed the deal when we realized how sweet, friendly, and supportive Samantha was. We felt like she was genuinely interested in getting to know us (as opposed to other teams that made us feel like just another paycheck). She was consistently responsive and professional throughout our wedding planning process. During our engagement session and our wedding, Samantha (and her second shooter, Jess at the wedding!) made these two camera-shy people feel comfortable and fairly natural in front of the camera. Though our engagement photo location wound up being used by countless high schoolers for prom photos the same evening, she calmly navigated to other areas in the garden such that they were barely a disruption. Her prompts kept us laughing, and her positivity and energy brightened our day. Our photos themselves will be treasured for a lifetime. She expertly captured such beautiful memories for us. We're really struggling to decide which photos to display in our house because we love all of them so much. Samantha is just absolutely incredible all-around.

From the owner: Samantha Jay Photography specializes in wedding, engagement and event photography. Samantha Jay…read morecombines stylish portraits with documentary style candids, capturing each moment naturally with an editorial approach. Based in Delaware and Pennsylvania, I am available for travel nation-wide. Pricing begins at $3400 and all packages include 2 photographers, an engagement session and your digital images. From there we add extra photo sessions and gorgeous custom designed wedding albums. Please contact me for additional information about my wedding package offerings.

Caveat emptor...buyer beware…read more We really have no idea how these guys get the ratings they do. We are crushed by the disappointment in their service. We not only cannot recommend JPG, we would strongly caution against using them. In spite of planning together with the photographer and being clear about our intentions not to photograph the prep, we had to wait for them to set up after we were long ready. The 14 weeks from event to actual pictures were astonishing. Even more so after getting them and seeing just how little thought and effort went into their editing and "organization". Also - be prepared to be referred to your contract repeatedly. They will hold it up anytime you ask for something.

Choosing a photographer for a wedding is a big decision because your photos will be long-lasting…read moremementos of the day, and also because there are a lot of variables (style, quality, personality, price, etc.). We loved the photos we saw on JPG's website and their commitment to customers was clear from our very first conversation with Joe. We worked together to come up with a price/package that met our needs and chose Matt Bender as our primary photographer. Our engagement session gave us a chance to get to know Matt and for him to know us. When the big day came, we felt very comfortable with him and he (along with 2 other photographers) did a great job managing our family and bridal party for group shots. Many guests commented that our photographers were awesome throughout the evening. This skill should not be overlooked when you are evaluating a wedding photographer! In the end, we were thrilled with the quality and variety of pictures. The photo journalistic style captured the true essence of the day and there were a lot of really fun shots. To top it off, all of JPG's wedding packages include a DVD or thumb drive of high-res images with personal use rights - which means you have full flexibility when it comes to albums and prints. Bottom line: JPG brought the style, quality, and personality we were looking for at a competitive price. They were easy to work with from start to finish and we could not have been happier with the results.

Michelle is AMAZING! She is incredibly organized and detail oriented making every session go as…read moresmooth as possible. She has such an eye for capturing you at your best angles and EVERY picture is stunning. The level of professionalism also sets her apart from so many businesses! She's quick to respond, and makes sure that every detail is perfect so you only have to focus on smiling for the camera! Best photographer out there, you won't be disappointed!!!

We booked our newborn photos with Michelle and thank god we did! I had some complications after my…read morec-section, so my son was nearly 8 weeks old when we had them done. That's much older than a typical newborn shoot, but Michelle was incredible. She adapted her sets and process to work with our son. She had tons of sets, props, blankets, even outfits as we hadn't come prepared because I thought he would just be swaddled the whole time. She worked so well with my son, even through his meltdowns, spit ups, feedings etc. I wouldn't go to any other photographer at this point. We also had the proofs back sooner than expected and our retouched photos were done quickly too. We were so happy with all aspects of the process!