I have personally worked with Jill Caren at the shelter I volunteer at in Northern NJ. It is called…read moreEleventh Hour Rescue. Jill has come to our shelter on a couple different occasions (which BTW, is not too close to her) and donated her time photographing the shelter animals and allowing us to use those beautiful photographs to promote their adoption. She does not charge for her time and she does this out of the goodness of her heart and her love for the animals.It's proven that a beautiful, professional looking picture gets the attention of potential adopters versus a sad one behind a cage. She has helped us get our dogs adopted and I am grateful to her for that. She is a pleasure to work with and you can see her love for the animals in the photo shoots. She is rolling on the ground, in the grass and dirt, trying to get the best shots possible. I have seen the muddy and grass stained paw prints on her clothing and yet I always see a smile on her face. She truly loves the animals and loves what she does and it shows in her pictures.

From the owner: Jill Caren Photography creates editorial and lifestyle imagery of families, kids and pets…read moreon-location at your favorite place or in your home. As a New Jersey Photographer. I work hard to capture moments and emotions that make your family unique so you can enjoy the story of your family, not just the pretty faces.

PET PHOTOS: At the Friends of Ortley Beach's Doggie Day event, we met Tom, the owner and…read morephotographer of Bundle of Paws Photography! He was awesome offering mini photo sessions at and there was a line down the boardwalk to get it done! Brie LOVED him and couldn't stop giving him kisses. That just shows how sweet he is and he had all the tools necessary to get Brie to look at the camera (we could learn a thing or two from him). Reach out to him to see what he can do for you, your pets, and your family, and other projects you may have!

Tom from Bundle of Paws took pictures of our 20-year-old cat, fitting us quickly into his schedule…read morebecause our cat had developed serious health issues. The pictures were wonderful! He worked with her until she was comfortable with him and then got pictures that made our hearts melt. He worked to get just the right circumstances and looks. We can't thank him enough. We then took two of our dogs to one of his mini-sessions and were equally pleased. Anyone seeking animal photography to have a lifetime of memories should contact Bundle of Paws!

I had a truly wonderful experience working with Juliana. My dog, Molly, was getting up there in age…read moreso for her 16th birthday, I decided to do a special Sweet 16 photoshoot with her. Juliana took the time to really get to know me and the things that meant most to me about Molly. She carefully chose a scenic location that wouldn't overwhelm her and while Molly was a bit uncooperative (at that age, she didn't care what anyone told her to do), Juliana was so patient with her and worked with us to capture the most amazing moments. During our design consultation, Juliana wowed me with a beautiful slideshow of my photos and helped me select images which she later included in a gorgeous portrait box that I now display in my home. Sadly, just a few weeks after our photo session, Molly passed away. Words cannot describe how grateful I am to have these beautiful pictures of the two of us. For 16 years she was a constant in my life and I will treasure these photos forever. Thank you so much Juliana!

Juliana took the best engagement photos and made this special day even more memorable! From…read morecapturing the surprise engagement to meaningful moments on the beach after, Juliana exceeded our expectations. We will cherish these photos forever!

Adrienne is a delight to work with! She worked around my complicated schedule to get the photo…read moreshoot scheduled and even had a great local photo shoot location suggestion. The day of the shoot, she instantly put my mother and I at ease and was so kind throughout the whole shoot. The photos Adrienne took came out so wonderful and I treasure having such beautiful photos of my mother and I together! I HIGHLY recommend you use Countryside Studios and Adrienne!!

Adrienne & Anna could not have done a better job! From scheduling my session, all the way through…read morethe process to the finished product, I could not have asked for a better experience. They are timely, extremely fun and easy to work with, and of course - the pictures they take are incredible. I would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat! Thanks again for giving me a wonderful professional headshot that I'm not embarrassed to use!

I along with my wife would like to express our sincere gratitude and admiration for Alex and…read moreArielle's incredible work. In addition to being extremely professional and talented, they were also very patient, attentive, and helpful through the entire process. From our very first interaction, they showed genuine care for detail and were always willing to go the extra mile to ensure everything turned out perfectly. Their calm and friendly demeanor made the experience comfortable, enjoyable and completely stress free. The final results exceeded all of my expectations along with my wife's. The photos are absolutely beautiful, natural, and full of emotion. They were able to capture special moments with remarkable sensitivity and artistry. It is rare to find someone who combines such talent, professionalism, dedication, and kindness. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an exceptional photographer. It was a wonderful experience, and we truly look forward to working with them again in the future. Thank you for making these moments so special. Roberta, Jonathan, & Nala

I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Arielle and Alex. They made the shoot…read morefun and comfortable for my daughter. The location they choose was exactly what we had envisioned. The hour went by smoothly, and they evened stayed a little longer to make sure they got everything we needed. They listened to her and took amazing photos. They are also very professional on the back end, having a pre-shoot call, asking for inspiration photos to help them find the best shots, explaining the full process to us and producing beautifully edited photos. I would highly recommend Gingko Lens Photogrpahy to everyone.

I recently got photos of myself and my pet Guinea pig as a Birthday present to me, and Lauren did…read morean amazing job capturing some very special moments between Snickers and myself! It shows how talented a photographer is when I spent literally months unable to decide on the right photos for my collection of prints because well, there were so many of them! Lauren was incredibly helpful via text and over the phone in choosing which photos would be a good choice since I had a hard time deciding. She also really adored my pet Guinea pig, Snickers who is very photogenic and made him a little star on her Instagram! I will say that I had some anxiety about getting pictures taken with Snickers because I'm not as thin as I would like to be, but Lauren made me very comfortable and we got lots of wonderful prints! In fact, there were so many other photos that I really enjoyed but didn't purchase that I have thought of purchasing more and perhaps making a scrapbook or photo album with the different photos! I have to say that I knew Snickers was cute, but I couldn't tell just how adorable he is until I saw these professional photos! I would definitely use Lauren again, in a heartbeat and I would definitely pass her name onto friends.

Lauren Kaplan is the pet photographer you need. She is incredibly talented, capturing the true…read moreessence of your pet(s). After deciding to have a portfolio shot of our pets, I quickly learned there are precious few pet imagery photographers out there. I was glad to find one here on YELP. Lauren's prices are very reasonable. But, cost notwithstanding, she is a truly talented artist with an eye for capturing that perfect moment. The shoot took just about two hours. Lauren worked well with all three of my dogs. She definitely captured their individual personalities while walking around the neighborhood, in the house, and out on the rear deck. It was a beautiful autumn day for the shoot. And, Lauren included the gorgeous scenery into most every shot. I highly recommend Pet Imagery by Lauren Kaplan. I also recommend taking professional pics of your pets while they are still bounding around. You will be glad you did.

Angela and Joe are simply AMAZING! They really are more than photographers. From the beginning…read morethrough to the end they offered endless support, advice and guidance. We used them 7 years ago for my first son, and knew once we found out we were expecting again, we had to reach out to book a session. Their experience and professionalism shines through, allowing you to relax when holding your delicate newborn. It's like having two friends there with you. They are seriously talented and genuinely love what they do !

Angela and Joe are incredible professionals and very accommodating. They make sure the whole…read moreexperience is comfortable and fun especially for a camera shy family like ours. They are phenomenal in handling kids and I was impressed in how they handdled my newborn. I never heard her cry all through out the session. Their talent and patience goes beyond expectation. Highly recommended!

Easily my favorite photographer!!…read more Christian shot our engagement photos and was awesome to work with. Not only did he lend us a good amount of his day, but he brought with him a good sense of humor and an amazing eye for creativity. We spent a day roaming around Hoboken and Jersey City looking for ideal locations for our shoot. Christian had a few recommendations, and as soon as we got there he just started snapping away. He worked with us on position and expressions. He also recommended bringing a few changes of clothes to capture different styles. Having your picture taken is so personal, but he worked with us to make us feel comfortable. Sometimes he was directing, and other times it was like he wasnt even there. We were so happy with the shots that he got. My fiance is THRILLED! I highly recommend him for engagement or any other types of photos!!

When my husband and I got engaged, we dreaded taking engagement photos as we had seen photos from…read moreengagements of people we knew an we knew this was not our cup of tea. However, we viewedthis as one of those things that just had to be done, but we decided that we would only go for it if our experience was more relaxed and natural that what we had previously seen. Christian Clothier was the man that made it happen. We did not really know what kind of photos we wanted, but we wanted something we would be excited about. As we talked to Christian, he made usfeel at ease as he explained that he would work with us to achieve our desired outcome. For us, one of the things we dreaded was photos that seemed overly staged andunnaturalposes. We wanted amore natural feel. After a relaxed and relatively pose-free photography session, we did not know what kind of photos to expect and we joked that we might have to have do them over. What Christian did for us was farbeyond any of our expectations. His photography of us on that day felt like it told the story of who we were, it was like a narrative, a photo essay. Majority of the photos were in our natural stride(although we had to have those few necessary poses of course!). Our experience with Christian was nothing short of awesome and we certainly are very grateful. The entire experience was stress-freeand we will treasure those photos for the rest of our lives. We certainly plan to continue to use his services in the future and would recommend him highly.

When we first moved into our apartment, we were scrambling to find someone trustworthy to walk our…read moredog--enter Tina Rose of Pet Divas NJ, a rare gem in a sea of flakey side-hustlers. Tina didn't just show up--she *committed*. Rain or shine, five days a week, she drove nearly 25 miles *each way* for a single walk. That's not just dedication; that's borderline sainthood in the dog-walking world. She was responsive, professional, and took the job seriously--like she was walking the Queen's corgi, not just our slightly neurotic rescue. Communication was clear, updates were timely, and we always felt our pup was in good hands. In an age where "reliability" is as rare as a politician with a conscience, Tina stands out. Highly recommend.

We found Tina on Google at Pet Divas NJ, after meeting he we knew she was a perfect match to walk…read moreRemy. She came every morning promptly at 9:00am and takes him for a 30 minute walk around our neighborhood. He is so excited to see her and comes back every day tuckered out. You can tell that she truly enjoys the company of dogs and I feel that I can trust he explicitly and recommend her highly. Diane Pritzlaff

I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon, and while you do have to find street parking, it wasn't…read moredifficult to find a spot. This is such a cute place for dog lovers! They have a great selection of homemade treats, toys, clothing, and other fun items for your pup. The owner was incredibly welcoming and friendly, and she even had her own dogs there, which made the atmosphere feel warm and inviting. All the dogs were happily playing together, and it was so much fun to watch. They also have a nice outdoor area where you can relax with your dog, and you're even welcome to order food from a nearby restaurant and enjoy it there with your furry friend. I'll definitely be back and will be recommending this amazing spot to all of my dog-loving friends. It's a wonderful place for both pups and their humans!

Leonardo loves coming! Such fun events! Easter bunny, painting and splash Sundays to name a few!…read more Can't wait to get him some more meatballs! Back area totally enclosed safe for the dogs to explore!