From the moment I saw Pauline's photos, I knew she had to be my photographer. Then once I spoke to…read moreher, I knew she was someone special. She is truly the kind of photographer I would recommend to every single bride without hesitation. If I could give one piece of advice to future brides, it would be to choose true professionals who are not only talented but also deeply experienced. That is exactly who Pauline and why she is the photographer every bride needs in her corner on wedding day. From the very start, Pauline made me feel so supported. She didn't just show up with a camera, she brought wisdom, calm, and the kind of guidance that is needed. She also connected me with two other incredible creatives, Carly from Black Shutter Media for videography and Bianca from BTS by Beee for content creation. Together, they were the DREAM TEAM working seamlessly to capture every angle of the most important day of my life. Pauline's shooting style is unlike anything I've ever seen before. She takes the time to understand your vision and then elevates it into something even more breathtaking. The photos she delivered bring me to tears every time I look at them. Guests still can't stop raving about how amazing our photographer was and I couldn't agree more.

During the wedding planning process, there was nothing more important to me than finding the right…read morephotographer. Photos are forever and it felt like a lot of pressure to find someone who we could trust to both capture our day authentically and in a style that felt like us, while also keeping us calm and comfortable in the process (I mean- you end up spending just as much time with your photographer as you do with your spouse!) We took careful time to research many different photographers and there is no doubt in my mind that we made the BEST choice by hiring Pauline. She exceeded all expectations and was truly such a special part of our day. From our initial conversation, I was immediately drawn to Pauline's kind, gentle spirit. We also fell in love with Pauline's timeless photography style. Her photos look real (not overly filtered as so many often do). She captures moments in such a beautiful, classic, and authentic way. We knew that the photos she took would never go out of style and would perfectly capture this moment in time for us. Pauline photographed both our engagement photos and our wedding. She was highly communicative and organized throughout the entire process. She worked hand in hand with our coordinator and other vendors to ensure a smooth day. She was one of the first vendors we booked. As we booked other vendors and told them we were working with Pauline, they immediately sung her praises and were excited to get to work with her again, too! There were a lot of photos I wanted captured and she built out a clear and organized timeline that we were able to share with everyone who needed to be photographed. The day ran so smoothly that we were actually ahead of schedule! Your wedding day can be filled with little butterflies, but Pauline just has such a naturally calming presence. She helped us all feel at ease and so comfortable. What I also really appreciated was that she allowed my husband and I the space to soak in the tiny in between moments and enjoy every bit of the day together. When we got our sneak peek photos back from her, we were floored! They are SO GOOD. We could not be more grateful to have gotten to work with Pauline.

I found Pierre on Google and hired him based on his yelp reviews for our engagement and wedding…read morephotos. We met with Pierre last week and he did not disappoint! We wanted an open land/outdoorsy engagement photo shoot. He suggested to meet at Cuyamaca Park and found a great spot to shoot. He walked us all over to get the photos we requested. He definitely has an eye for photography and we are very happy with the results. I can't wait to see the magic he shoots on our wedding day!

Pierre is the best!! We are so happy he was able to capture our wedding. We are obsessed with the…read morephotos, he did an amazing job at capturing all the love that day. He was really quick with our first look and photos with our bridal party in family. But he really shines with his candid shots, the detail is amazing. I don't even know how he got some of the shots because he's very good at "being invisible" I would 100% recommend Pierre to anyone! He was so easy to work with and even helped us stay within our budget. He offers a flat rate instead of hourly, which is so rare to find. He also through in the rehearsal dinner for free! You will be so happy you went with Pierre!

Sandra Kay Photography consistently produces quality images at affordable prices. She shoots at her…read moreEncinitas studio, at a park or the beach, which ever you prefer. She has a terrific Mother's Day Special going on now. Check out her website sandrakay.com

Brandon was amazing through this whole process. I was coming from out of state and didn't know many…read morelocations and he picked out the PERFECT spot. He came up with a great plan for us, I didn't have to worry about a thing besides getting my fiancé to the location. I can't recommend him enough!

I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Brandon on June 7th for an intimate wedding at The…read moreDana on Mission Bay. As a wedding coordinator, I'm always a little skeptical when working with new vendors because you never know what to expect in terms of professionalism, communication, and work ethic. Brandon exceeded every expectation. He was incredibly easy to work with, provided great direction during photos, and helped create a fun, relaxed atmosphere throughout the day. His sense of humor and lighthearted personality made the experience enjoyable for both the couple and the vendor team. From what I've seen on social media, his work is absolutely stunning, and I can't wait to see the full gallery from our event. I would confidently recommend Brandon to my clients and look forward to the opportunity to work with him again in the future.

Working with Claire was such a dream. She is professional, kind and simply a joy to be around! I do…read morenot normally look forward to taking family photos, especially with a toddler who loves to push his limits, but Claire made the whole process so fun and effortless. She has a true gift working with children and by the end of our session my son didn't want her to leave! The photoshoot itself was such a wonderful experience, but we were even more amazed when we received our portfolio. Claire captured the true essence of our family in the most magical way possible and I already know I will treasure these pictures for the rest of my life! I can't thank you enough for preserving these precious memories and little details I never want to forget. I can't recommend Claire enough and am already looking for an excuse to work with her again!

We recently had family photos taken of our grandchildren and we could not be happier with the…read moreexperience and the results. Claire has such an artistic eye,every shot looks natural, effortless and beautifully composed. Nothing felt stage of forced and yet the phots capture the personalities and spirit of the kids perfectly. The entire session was relaxed and enjoyable, and Claire made everyone feel comfortable right away. The final images are not only gorgeous but also timeless treasures for our family

Jessica is absolutely amazing! She took pictures for our maternity session as well as our newborn…read moreson. A year later, she took our family's pictures for our son's one year birthday (cake smash) as well as for the holiday cards. She has a studio at her home with plenty of snacks while you do your sessions. It's also heated for those chillier winter months. The props she has are amazing and add a lovely style to her photos. She has a natural talent for finding perfect poses and the experience to get great angles. She also does locations other than her studio for photo shoots. For our maternity pictures we were at the beach and for our family pics we went to a hiking trail. She's able to taylor yo meet your needs. Her turnover to get pictures back to you is always quicker than she stated which is so lovely (especially when you want to get out holiday cards!) I highly recommend Jessica for her stellar services! You won't be disappointed! Loop

My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Jessica to capture photos of us with our 18 month…read moreold son. The photos turned out beautifully! We were quite nervous, as our son isn't exactly always cooperative, but Jessica wasn't frazzled in the least, and just totally put our minds at ease. Even though it seemed like our son cried for most of the shoot (toddlers!), Jessica promised she got tons of great shots of him smiling, and she DID! We were so pleasantly surprised when we saw the photos, ha! Jessica was fantastic to work with from the very beginning, offering lots of help with wardrobe choices, location choices, etc. We couldn't be happier with the outcome of our photoshoot and can't wait to hire Jessica again for more photos :) Thank you, Jessica!!!!

I hired Shaun at the very last minute after my original photographer canceled, and looking back, I…read morewish I had booked him from the start. From the moment I reached out, he was responsive. After a quick phone call to go over the details, he immediately jumped into action and made the entire process stress free. Shaun captured our proposal perfectly and delivered absolutely stunning photos that exceeded every expectation. On top of that, he sent us sneak peeks the very next day, which made us even more excited to see the full gallery. Throughout the experience, Shaun was professional, patient, experienced, and attentive to what we wanted. He made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and captured every special moment beautifully. If you're looking for someone who is passionate about their work, I can't recommend Shaun enough. I would absolutely hire him again!!

I've hired shaun to do family photos, and graduation photos. He does an excellent job. Has…read morewonderful ideas. Turn around time has been the fastest I have ever seen. Reasonable prices! 6/5 would recommend.

I had a great experience with her and her make up artist! My maternity photos were so beautiful…read moreincluding the ones with my hubby. I really appreciate Irina for being so flexible as well when it came to scheduling my photo shoot.. Very professional and great work! We'll recommended especially when you are around North county area.. Will surely go back for my newborn soon

A Magical Family Photoshoot Experience in San Diego…read more We had such a wonderful experience at Irina Dream Photography in San Diego ! From the moment we walked into her beautiful studio, we felt welcomed and at ease. Irina has created such a cozy, thoughtfully designed space that immediately made our kids feel comfortable -- which made all the difference for our family photoshoot. She guided us through the whole process with such patience and professionalism. From outfit suggestions to helping us with gentle posing and capturing candid moments, Irina made sure every detail was taken care of. The session never felt rushed, and she truly has a gift for working with children -- even our shy toddler warmed up quickly! The final images took our breath away. Every photo felt like a piece of art -- timeless, emotional, and full of love. We'll treasure these forever. If you're looking for a talented family photographer in the San Diego area, I highly recommend Irina Dream Photography. Her studio is a hidden gem!

You will make the right choice by choosing Pam Birmingham Photography! I was referred to Pam by my…read moreco-worker who had hired Pam to capture her son's 1st birthday and cake smash photos. I loved her work since before I even had my own children! Then when my baby girl was born, I contacted Pam to see if she could do a newborn photo shoot. My family and I love the quality of Pam's photos, her attention to detail, and all of the props she had for us to choose from (blankets, buckets, crates, headbands, accessories, etc...). What we love equally as much as her photos, is Pam's easygoing and friendly personality, her patience with our baby, and how obvious it is that she loves her job. Unlike some photographers, her prices were clearly communicated before scheduling the photo shoot. We felt that Pam was generous with her time and final products, which we greatly appreciate. She was quick to reply to us, and was professional from beginning to end. Check out her website for lots of examples of her work!

Pam photographed my 9 day old son and did a phenomenal job! She was so patient and sweet and gentle…read morewith him. She made sure that my baby was in a comfortable environment and his needs came before all else which was very comforting for a new mom like myself. The pictures turned out so great! They were creative and cute and even had my husband gushing with ohh's and ahh's. We wound up buying every single photo she took because we could pick just a few. We also ordered some prints and mini brag books for myself and the grandmas and they came two days EARLY!! When does that ever happen?? We will definitely be using her for all of our future children and look forward to his one year photos.