What an amazing experience! I was really nervous about getting photos taken for an upcoming book…read morecover and professional headshots. I'm not what you would call a "girlie girl," so the idea of picking out outfits and posing for photos was completely new and a bit scary for me. We started with a phone call and Michael did a great job of walking me through outfit choices and suggestions. The day of, I met him at his studio. He was absolutely delightful. Professional, respectful, funny, calming, and flattering, the perfect combination to calm you down and make you feel good about yourself. He knew exactly what to say to help me relax and get the shot. What I loved most was the process. Due to the way the studio is set up, we could take a series of photos, then go and sit down and take a look at the photos. This allowed for us to discuss lighting, colors, and positioning. Before taking another series. After I choose the photos I was happy with, Michael "finalized them" with some minor edits and emailed me the final photos. Even then he was willing to make some changes. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by the experience. Something I initially dreaded turned into an amazing and even fun time. I highly recommend Michael and will definitely return for future photography needs.

Hey you. Yes, YOU. Are you using a selfie for your LinkedIn profile? It's OK. Michael Epaul…read morephotography can fix that. It was time for me to get some corporate headshots and my employer was not about to spend any money in hiring a professional for me. I decided I owed it to myself to put my best face forward. I searched for portrait photographers with a studio in Springfield, and Michael Epaul came up. First, I will say, that this trend of photographers not having a studio baffles me. I would never consider someone a professional if they did not have a professional work space! That being said, Michael Epaul Photography has a gorgeous, cozy studio, so you don't have to worry about a setting. For the ladies, or anyone interested, hair & makeup can be added to your session. This worked out well because it took the pressure off me of having to arrive at the studio in perfect condition. And then the headshots began. From start to finish, the process was streamlined. Prompt communication via text and/or email worked very well. I was given about 20 pictures to choose from; I picked one and was given 2 versions of it. And don't tell anyone, but....Michael was able to ahem....touch up things about me in a natural way (aka he took away the 10 lbs the camera adds). Overall, very satisfied with this portrait session and look forward to doing business with this photographer in the future. NOTE: on site parking, accepts credit cards, and photographer does more than just portraits (weddings mitzvahs and more!)

If you've just received an offer for a free portrait session and are thinking to yourself, "this is…read moretoo good to be true" let me be the one to tell you, IT IS TO GOOD TO BE TRUE. You will be coerced into spending thousands of dollars. Not tens. Not hundreds. Thousands. Now you might be thinking to yourself, "if that's true, how come reviews of this business are so high on Google?" That's because this business painstakingly appeals and removes every negative review. As for the reviews that the owner can't convince Google to delete? She personally threatens the reviewer with a lawsuit. That means that this business only appears to have a positive rating because the owner has hand-picked them and removed the many, many negative ratings. I have nothing to gain from posting this besides to warn people not to end up like me: tricked into spending thousands during a "free" photoshoot and threatened with a lawsuit once I complained. Please be warned: if you've been offered something FREE, get ready for a huge bill.

I have just received the portraits that we had done of our two dogs. To say we are thrilled is an…read moreunderstatement. The photographer was able to genuinely capture the essence of our two dogs so very well. The portraits are super high quality and are therefore, rather expensive. But these will decorate the walls in our living room for many years to come. During the photo review session, I couldn't have been more pleased with the experience. Highly recommend.

Shelby was timely, organized, personable, but most important genuine. She really shows how much she…read morecares and takes pride in her passion. I can tell you if you book Shelby she will be 100% committed. I am so glad I found her for my wedding.

We had the most wonderful experience with Shelby who took our wedding photos! She was so easy to…read morework with, especially as we were planning a wedding in South Bend, IN while living in St. Louis, MO. Everything was easy breezy and we didn't even meet until close to the ceremony! And even though we only met once before the wedding weekend, The photographers were actually such a fun presence with us on our big day that they felt like friends we had known and invited as guests to our wedding! They had a great way of leading us into amazing shots and poses but still allowing for natural, organic interactions making beautiful candids. Her turnaround was so fast with all our photos, and she was incredibly patient as it took us WAY too long to make our selections for our photo book. Shelby is an absolute gem, her photos are gorgeous, and she was a joy to work with! I would hire her 100 times over!

Josh is the truth. I needed a photographer last minute and Josh absolutely went above and beyond to…read moredeliver. Beyond being an excellent photographer, Josh makes sure that you're feeling comfortable and confident throughout the entire photo shoot. He has an eye for capturing candid moments (which I loved)! I also found Josh to be very flexible with schedule and he listened to my concerns and worked within my budget. I'd definitely recommend Josh to anyone looking for a high quality professional for their event or photo shoot.

From the owner: It's my job to take a photo that you can look at ten years later and not only see, but feel as…read morewell. I'm a freelance photographer and cinematographer local to Hartford, my background goes back over 15 years.

We love Sue and Lucy!! We knew we had found the right photographers for us when Sue and Lucy drove…read moreall the way to the Middlesex Fells north of Boston so that we could have our engagement photos taken in the woods behind our house. There was a tropical storm warning, but they still drove across the state to go on a hike in the pouring rain with us, with their cameras and our dog. Luckily, we were blessed with perfect weather on our wedding day and Sue and Lucy did an amazing job taking ALL the photos, but also having fun with us and keeping us laughing.

From the owner: Wedding & engagement photography Outdoor portraits…read more Senior portraits Families & pets

Andrea is not only a fabulous photographer but a wonderful human being! She always goes above and…read morebeyond to show that she cares about her clients. She remembers important details about them, thinks ahead about what a client might need during their session (from jewelry kits to extra binky's for toddlers to umbrellas!) and goes out of her way to celebrate her seniors and congratulate them long after their session. I cannot recommend her more highly!

From the owner: It is our goal to amaze and astonish you. We are a full…read moreservice studio which means we will guide you through your portrait experience from the time you reach out to us about your professional photography project until the time we deliver and install your precious portrait art (and beyond). No two sessions are exactly the same because no two clients are exactly the same. We craft your custom portrait photoshoot inspired by your vision. From hair and makeup pampering to capturing your images using your natural posing tendencies and some gentle guiding on the day of the shoot, WE'VE GOT YOU! Did you know that you can book your own consultation and ordering appointment at a time that is convenient for you? Or that we have a lighting assistant on all of our shoots? Or that we hand edit every purchased image? Or that we will install your custom wall gallery in your home or office? We have so much to share with you! It all starts with the style and planning consultation. We're looking forward to your call!

Professional, creative and a delightful photographer. Highly recommend Edward Acker !read more

Edward Acker's creative artistry is truly extraordinary. Edward was able to capture each emotion…read morethroughout the wedding and his presence added a spirit of calmness and celebration. Edward was attentive to the details and his enthusiasm and positive energy was so comforting. Edward is outgoing and caring and we were so impressed with his authenticity. He truly cares about the people and he loves his work. I highly recommend Edward Acker for all your photography. Edward makes every photograph into a work of art to be cherished forever.

There are no words to describe what an absolute joy Melissa was to work with for our wedding and…read morehow extremely talented she is. For so long I dreamt of having pictures of our wedding that captured our love, our family, our friend, and that I felt beautiful in. The pictures that Melissa took far exceed every expectation that I had and then some! It started with a phone call and I immediately felt very comfortable with Melissa like I was talking to a friend I had known for years as I described our day and some of the personalities of our wedding guests. She assured me it wouldn't be a problem at all and she was absolutely right. From start to finish, Melissa was amazing at communicating with us and provided us with some suggestions that helped our day flow smoothly and ensured that we got all the pictures we wanted. The day of the wedding, Melissa fit right in with my family and friends, which made everyone very relaxed, and she went above and beyond to make things comfortable. She was also extremely flexible as we ran slightly behind schedule that day. I was also amazed with how quickly she sent us our pixie set. To say our pictures were breathtaking is an understatement! She truly captured our love in each picture and allowed us to relive our day through the pictures. I cried looking at some of the pictures because they were just so beautiful. We were extremely happy from start to finish and I can't recommend her enough. We can't wait to work with Melissa again in the future!

I HIGHLY recommend Melissa! I needed new branding photos for my new website and rebrand. I have…read morebeen a fan of Melissa's photography for a long time. I knew she was the perfect person for my rebrand, which involved photos and videos. Melissa is super friendly, easy to work with, and professional. Additionally, she is extremely talented and creative. I gave her a vision that I had in my mind and she magically created the most amazing photos and videos .. they exceeded my expectations. The best part was that she captured... ME... my true voice and look for my business. Even my web developers were super impressed by all the photos/videos and how cohesive my new brand looks now because of Melissa's work. I can't wait to show off my new website & new look. If you are looking for a branding photoshoot or new headshots, don't do it yourself.. don't have your friend do it. Hire a professional.. hire Melissa.. you won't regret it.. she is awesome! Attached are some favorites of my branding session with her.

Sandra has not only taken photos of me (and my dog) that I treasure, but she is my go-to…read morerecommendation for clients seeking headshots or portraits of any kind. She has an infectious upbeat energy and a knack for bringing out everyone's personalities on camera. It's no small task to make shy types (like me) come across on camera but she makes it look easy. I've worked with her at weddings, at studios, and in my own backyard, and she never fails to impress and deliver the goods. I would recommend her without reservation for anyone looking to update their image!

Sandra's photos are just amazing! She photographed our daughter's wedding in July and her photos…read morecapture all the lovely little details about the wedding. Her posed photographs are excellent as well. If you are lucky enough to be in the New England area and want an excellent photographer, go to Studio SMC Photography! In addition to being a terrific photographer, Sandra is a fun and awesome person. She's fun and delightful while all the time a competent professional!