Jeff is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. That's what makes him so good shooting people…read more I've worked with him over the past 30 years. He's shot product for me mostly and did an excellent job. He's fast and thorough. He knows his stuff.

Pinto Portrait was a lifesaver for me. I had delayed getting a professional headshot taken for my…read moremedical residency application and the deadline was coming up. I googled and emailed about 3 photographers and Toni was the first to respond (within an hour or two). She immediately gave me a time slot that would work. The whole process was incredibly efficient and quick, and did a lot to reduce my stress levels. The actual session itself was perfect. Toni is friendly and relaxed but also professional and efficient. We had 30 minutes (I only needed 2 photos; I did Package A) and I never felt rushed. A lot of people think that you can just take a nice photo with your friend who has a decent camera but the money for a professional is so worth it. You get what you pay for. The lighting, the equipment, the editing is all good but I think having a photographer who knows how to pose you to your best advantage (hair, posture, face angles, everything) and get you to relax is what you're really paying for. Because I was in such a rush she had my proofs to me the same afternoon so I could pick the ones I wanted. Great turn around time. I would highly recommend Toni if you need a business-style headshot. I had a great experience with her and would recommend her to all my friends.

We use Pinto Portrait at work, and Toni does a great job. In addition to taking amazing photos her…read moresuper power is the ability to make everyone feel comfortable. She is extremely professional and personable at the same time. I highly recommend her services!

I recently had several pictures taken by Ali (the photographer from Life Under the Stars). She did…read morean absolutely superb job of not only taking my picture but putting me at ease and making me feel comfortable during the entire process. My family and friends know that I almost always refuse to have my picture taken in just about any situation. Going to the photo session I was very apprehensive and a bit nervous. When I met Ali she told me what we were going to do and immediately put me at ease and had me smiling and laughing. Ali is a complete professional, someone who really cares. My pictures reflected her caring and her professionalism. I highly recommend Ali to anyone who wants a professional picture taken with terrific, outstanding results. She's wonderful!

I can not say enough about Ali! She did an amazing job on incorporating our son we lost into a…read morepicture as a shadow. She took the time to listen and was very patient, in recreating my vision I had of our son and making sure it was perfect. She incorporated it into a picture with our two girls. The first picture we have with all three kids, since we lost him when he was a baby and even before our oldest was even born and we could only imagine what he would look like now. She has made our heart complete and our dream come true. She is AMAZING!! I would highly highly recommend her and would definitely do business with her again. Again we can not say enough about her. Thank you again Ali for making our our hearts complete and making our vision a reality.

I was very self-aware and not confident at all when I went to get my photo taken by Fat Yeti…read morePhotography. The experience turned out to be wonderful, and I left feeling very happy about my pictures. It was an absolute pleasure working with such a talented man with a keen eye for aesthetics. I will definitely be going again. My time there flew by, and I felt as if I had spent time hanging out with a friend - exactly the atmosphere you want when you have your pictures taken.

Had the absolute best time with Dan. He made me super comfortable, was easy to interact with, and…read morewas very patient with me through the whole process. highly recommend you go check him ou!

Photo Elan photographed our wedding and the experience and photos were amazing! Brian and Jennifer…read morewere great to work with, they are a great husband and wife team, and really "got" us and what we were doing with our wedding. The photos were beautiful - they caught the mood of the day, and who we are as people. All in all a great experience - we highly recommend them! Thanks guys!

Here's my philosophy: There aren't many special events in life that call for a great, professional…read morephotographer to help capture those rare moments (in my case, a wedding) and because of this reality, I found it to be of the utmost importance to find the perfect one. I had gone through list after list of Seattle based wedding photographers, and when I was fortunate enough to stumble across Photo Elan, I immediately fell in love. It was a match made in heaven; I instinctively felt drawn to their amazing portfolio! They have the ability to see such potential through their lens, and the eye to take advantage of those perfect photo opp moments. Their own special touch is added to each and every one of their photos of which they have captured so many beautiful smiles and memories for their clients with their creative style and natural artistry. My fiancé and I recently had our engagement photo session and the experience was unforgettable (http://photoelan.com/blog/2009/07/26/bonnie-harold-e-session/). Admittedly, we were both a bit nervous in the beginning, but they took great care in making the shoot both fun and enjoyable, as well as capturing the perfect moment. As for the photos themselves, oh my... they turned out absolutely gorgeous, but most importantly, natural. I love how they were able to exploit the character of Seattle and the intensity of the evening light to romanticize our evening shoot. One word pretty much sums it up. Perfection. We have since received numerous compliments from our families and friends. I am definitely looking forward to working with them again on D-Day... er... I mean my wedding day =P

Robbie and his team are the best in the area. I originally saw him on a sponsored post on Facebook…read moreand decided to contact him as I fell in love with his style of photography. Robbie called me the same evening and we talked for awhile about my goals, dates, and what he offers with pricing. He was super personable and made sure everything was clear. I ended up booking him for photography of my wedding which included engagement session. During the engagement session, he was so funny and made both husband and I feel comfortable. This created genuine candid photos of us laughing and being playful. With new photographers, it's always scary and may feel awkward but Robbie made everything so effortless. I don't remember the turn around for receiving the photos but it wasn't anything crazy and reasonable for how busy his scheduling is. For the actual wedding, again, Robbie was on time, interactive, and made the guests and wedding party comfortable. He brought an assistant with him to get every possible photo we could dream of and let me tell you, the photos are all AMAZING. All Robbie kindly asked for was a plate of food during reception. How could you not provide that to him & his assistant when capturing the most special moments and there for 10+ hours that day. Due to getting married during July (the busiest time of year for weddings) I believe the turnaround for photos was a few months. The anticipation killed me but so worth the wait! Robbie and his team throughout the process of everything was great on communication, transparency, and really making sure you receive photos you absolutely love. I even recommended him to a couple in my wedding party who were getting married and they booked him with no hesitation! If you truly want someone you can feel comfortable with and photos you want to show to everyone 24/7 then book Robbie!

Booking Robbie was the single biggest mistake we made in our wedding planning…read more We hired Robbie in January 2024 for a fall 2025 wedding. At first, he was professional and responsive -- offering tips, ideas, and fast replies. But after we paid the deposit, our experience drastically changed. Robbie offered a complimentary engagement shoot with our package, which also included a planning meeting. On the day of our scheduled meeting, he was a no-show. When I texted him, he replied, "I knew I was forgetting a meeting! I'm at a friend's birthday lol," and called us from the event. He seemed distracted and rushed through the call. He then suggested rescheduling the shoot due to weather concerns. Since we were flying in from California, this meant rearranging our travel, rental car, hair, and makeup -- at our own expense. After making those changes, he later admitted he had double-booked, and we needed to revert to the original date. After the shoot, it took several follow-ups to receive the photos. He gave vague excuses and claimed he "thought" he had emailed them (he hadn't) -- the same excuse he previously laughed about using on another bride. He also shared details about being behind on edits and personal life issues, which created an uncomfortable atmosphere. When we finally received the photos -- four months later -- they were not up to the standard we expected. We chose to redo the shoot with another photographer, which caused delays in our stationery and added unexpected costs. Ultimately, we decided not to move forward with Robbie for our wedding and notified him over six months in advance, which we believed met the terms in the contract. He disagreed and demanded the full remaining balance. After a series of tense messages, I let him know I would be consulting legal counsel, at which point he ended communication and stated, "contract is terminated." After posting this honest review, I received a message from Robbie threatening legal action if I did not take it down. Rather than take responsibility, he attempted to intimidate me into silence. I've reviewed the contract carefully and confirmed via legal consultation that I met my obligations -- including canceling with ample notice and never disputing the non-refundable deposit. I have every right to share my personal experience, and I stand by what I've written. Vendors who respond to valid criticism with threats instead of integrity reveal exactly why the criticism exists. In summary, this experience was unprofessional and disappointing. Don't let his portfolio fool you -- the experience isn't worth it.

Working with Masha was an incredible experience. Her photos are stunning--natural, vibrant, and…read morefull of life. She captured me in the most authentic way, with beautiful light and shadow that felt effortless yet polished. Masha was also super professional and helpful from the start. After I shared a few inspiration shots, she suggested the best location, time of day for lighting, and even gave me quick wardrobe tips that made everything come together perfectly. On the day of the shoot, I was dealing with a severe skin rash and worried it would ruin the results. Masha was patient and thoughtful, and her careful retouching made the images look flawless. I deeply appreciate quality and good taste, and I completely trust Masha's eye. I couldn't recommend her more for anyone seeking photography that combines artistry, professionalism, and care.

Masha was very communicative and accommodating of a last minute scheduling change on our part. She…read moregracefully handled a busy photo shoot with 11 people, including two kids with special needs and my father, who has dementia. The photos link was provided promptly after the session, and it was easy to access and download all the pictures, which were excellently done! I would recommend her to anyone.

As soon as I spoke to Andrea, I knew I was in good hands. She was very kind and professional over…read morethe phone and the same in person. She has a zen like quality to her and made my team feel very comfortable during the shoot. Last but not least, our photos turned out amazing!

Andrea was absolutely wonderful to work with. We needed new headshots for our business and not…read moreonly did our final shots look great, Andrea made the entire process super easy and fun. She is a talented photographer, but more importantly, she knows how to put you at ease in order to get the shots possible. As a business owner, she was also great with her communications and follow ups. Her website made it really easy to look through all of the final shots and to be able to pick the ones we liked. I definitely recommend her with a five star review!