My husband and I are very pleased without wedding photos. The wait was worth it. What they say is true, in the end good pictures determines your wedding. All the fancy things don't really can't be justified if you don't have nice pictures to remember them by. Enjoy our gorgeous pictures since our pictures say so much. thank you again Studio Luxe! read more

My financee and I were looking a professional photographer to take our engagement photos, and randomly found Studio Luxe online; and I'm sure glad we did. Not only it was more affordable vs other photographers that I've looked into, but Mr. Kim has worked in the film industry (Dream Works I believe) for 15+ years, so he's extremely knowledgeable in all these great locations to do a photo shoot. We first met up a few weeks before the session for about an hour to discuss the theme & direction of the shooting, which gave us a pretty clear expectation on what to expect and how to prepare. (he also provided guidance on what to wear, which was very helpful) Including the travel time, we spent 6~7 hours doing a photo shoot in 4 different locations. Given the fact that we've never done anything like this, it was super helpful that Mr. Kim gave us some pretty good directions and guidance on how to pose right. We are already happy with a few pictures that we've gotten so far (which came within 3~4 days after the photo shoot), and I strongly recommend Studio Luxe for the engagement photoshoot session. read more

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My husband and I are so happy to have our maternity shoot done by Studio Luxe. I sent Studio Luxe a few samples of some pictures that we had in mind. They recommended a spot and the pictures turned out even better than what we wanted. We booked a 2 hour shoot on a really hot day. But, Richard and his team didn't let that get in the way of making sure they captured some really great pictures. Thanks Studio Luxe! read more

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I am beyond elated and NO WORDS can describe what a beautiful job Richard did on my engagement pictures. He GETS all A's for: 1. Being beyond Amazing. He over delivered in all aspects. 2. Being a true Artist. He has a sense of soft, romantic artistry. He chases the light when he takes photos. He is not about just taking a picture in an designated area with a pose. He likes to make sure the lighting and the sun is at its prime position when he shoots. This Attention to detail makes for a beautiful end product. 3. Being Overly Accommodating. He is so patient and also goes above and beyond in making you feel comfortable during your shoot. Also the after service is excellent. It took me a year to finally decide on my photographer. I am glad I did and choose Richard. I interviewed with Studio Luxe 5 times and went to all of the other FAMOUS photographers with 5 star yelp reviews in Los Angeles and in Orange County. To say I am picky is an understatement, hence for me to be this happy with Richard says a lot. Of all my wedding Vendors, my Fiance and I always say that Richard was the best investment we've made. No complaints! read more

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If you want the best photographer in LA then Studio Luxe is your go to. Studio Luxe was my brother's photographer when he got married 4 years ago and i was amazed by the pictures. Not only was I their when his engagement photos were being taken but the location and vision for each shot blew my mind. So when it was time to find a photographer for my big day and other photos needed, I had to call Studio Luxe. My photos came out amazing and I can't thank him enough for making these photos so memorable. read more

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Very impressed with our engagement photos! Honestly speaking, I was a bit skeptical of how our photos would turn out. This was our first time taking professional photos so we had no clue what to do. It was a bit challenging for me because I felt awkward and super camera shy. Richard guided us throughout the entire day & process. He was super patient with us (I'm sure it was frustrating for him because he had to constantly stop and tell us to relax in front of the camera, lol) & when we got our photos back, we were super happy. I would highly recommend him to all engaged couples looking to shop around for photographers. He will not disappoint! read more

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When you hire a professional, you expect to have professional work done. And basically, you get what you pay for, nothing more or nothing less. However, these guys at Luxe Studio, they will give you more than you expect. We hired these people for my wedding on 8/24, and they were very enthusiastic - very enthusiastic to take all kinds of shots at all kinds of angles - suggested many good ideas, were very joyful, creative, and most of all, made us feel comfortable throughout the whole day. Me and my wife really liked working with these guys. This is my first time leaving a comment on yelp, and I strongly recommend these professional photographers on your upcoming wedding. read more

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From the list of photographers recommended by my Wedding Planner, Studio Luxe not only had wedding photo packages with the best value for my budget, but also the soft, romantic, and not overly dramatic style of photos I was looking for. Richard and his team did an amazing job with my wedding day photos and they were really easy to work with from beginning to end. I appreciate that they provided tips on how to get the best photo results during our first meeting and reminded us the day before the wedding. My husband and I LOVE the samples they shared with us so far. We can't wait to see the rest! read more

(This review is about our initial meeting and first engagement photo session. Second engagement photo session and wedding day not done yet.) Can't say enough with words how grateful I am of Mr. Kim and his staff. Pictures from our first engagement photo session came out AMAZING! I looked at a number of photographers' work online, and I was most impressed with StudioLuxe. I Yelp messaged StudioLuxe immediately, and they responded very quickly. We met twice to discuss engagement photo session locations and to get recommendations on day-of outfit. My fiancé and I felt nervous and were clueless about the photo session, but even from the very first meeting, Mr. Kim was very encouraging and promising about how great our session will turn out and made us feel very comfortable and excited for the photo session. Our photo session lasted almost 9 hours, but Mr. Kim and his staff continued to be enthusiastic about capturing the perfect moment in the best location possible. And he was willing to stay longer for the photo shoot if needed! Mr. Kim has a background in animation, so he has an amazing eye for the perfect angle, color enhancement, light and editing. Above all, no other photographer will be able to beat StudioLuxe's price. I can't wait for our second engagement photo session and Mr. Kim capturing our special day! read more

We were referred to Richard through my cousin. She sang praises of his work and we immediately looked online and booked an appointment to meet with him. Luckily, my dad, a former photographer, was in town and got to meet with him too! Richard and his team are so lovely to work with and made the engagement session so seamless and effortless! We went from location to location and he captures the light and natural beauty of the surroundings to enhance your photos! We're so pleased to be working with such a talented team! Definitely contact them for your wedding! read more

I'm not really sure what other people who gave bad reviews about StudioLuxe is talking about, but my wife and I had a really good experience with the photographer as well as their staffs. Although our first casual photo shoot didn't go as well, but it was because the weather was really bad and really windy. It wasn't StudioLuxe's fault. Because photos from the first photo shoot didn't turn out well, they gave us an additional session. It actually turned out really well. Also, our second photo shoot with formal wear turned out even better! The photographer Richard is very helpful and very different in the way he takes his pictures... He really knows how to capture the moment. He also gives very good initial direction on how to pose and what to avoid when taking photos. He gave very good tips... not just "look here" and "look there"... kind of direction, but very detailed. Although our wedding photo shoot was somewhat physically draining, Richard made it a very good experience. We got a little sample of or photos for the slideshow and it turned out better than expected. My financee and I recommends StudioLuxe hands down! read more

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I'm so grateful that I was able to work with StudioLuxe for my wedding...also casual photo shoot. What matters the most to me is photos!!! We took 3 session with Richard. Casual , Day of the wedding and formal after the wedding(my hubby didn't want to see me in wedding dress before the wedding). All three days, Richard gave 200% of his time and effort. He is very easy going and great with giving initial direction. My husband doesn't like to take photos but he was patient enough to take 7hour long photo session on causal day. at the end he enjoyed modeling! Photos came out like magazine quality... none of them looked a like staged... they all look so natural and beautiful! we want to frame them all at our house!! all my friends wanted to know how we found him... oh well I did my research and I was a lucky girl! I highly recommend StudioLuxe for wedding!!! read more

Mr. Kim and his team are absolutely great and professional in wedding photo shooting. We are so lucky to work with them on our wedding day. Mr. Kim is very kind, scheduling with us at the last minute request. It is quite a distance from L.A. to our wedding location, but they came all the way early for our ceremony prep and outdoor photo shooting. Mr. Kim and his team made us the extra photo sessions before and after the wedding ceremony, giving us the beautiful and romantic shots. Mr. Kim always had good ideas for the pose and harmony with the scenery. It was comfortable and fun to work with him as he gave us the specific direction and guidance. Throughout the day, we really appreciated Mr. Kim and his team for the great effort and guidance behind the scene. We strongly recommend Studio Luxe for the wedding photo shots on your special days! read more

Wedding photography is an investment. You simply can't go cheap on it. And never would we have thought to find one that would be reasonable and yet also produce exceptional work. We were referred to Richard by a close friend. To describe Richard and his work as great is an understatement. Based on the samples he posted, I was taken away how amazing it turned out! He has a passion and talent that is not seen in a lot of photographers now a days. He is also a perfectionist. He made sure every picture looked great! It was so much fun working with him. My family and friends loved him! Can't wait to see more pictures! read more

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Starting to write reviews for my wedding vendors and because engagement photos are the first things to get done, I'll write one for my photographer. I was hesitant at first to go with Studio Luxe cause all my girlfriends did their wedding photography with Studio Luxe. But I met with Mr. Hong and expressed my concern and he ensured me that the places we'll go will be different from everyone else. That was indeed the case and he provided many location options and themes which was very helpful. He was patient and accommodating the entire time. I've seen some of my photos and they've come out great! I'd recommend him to anyone who wants a variety of photos and themes at a great value. read more

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Richard and Sunny did an incredible job with the photography for our engagement and wedding shoots. They were attentive and engaging and gave us great direction and made sure we got all the shots we wanted. They are very responsive and easy to work with and will definitely use them in the future for other events. Highly recommended. read more

I just saw my friend's engagement pictures and they came out AMAZING! My friend is VERY pretty but he made her look even prettier AND skinnier! WHAAT?! I will definitely be using this guy when it's my turn to get married! read more

I would definitely recommend Studio Luxe to anyone. We enjoyed working with Richard very much. He is very upbeat, funny, artistic, and makes the work easier. Those 6to8 hour outdoor sessions can be physically draining but because of Richard's expertise and precise directions things went by quickly and smoothly. One of our outdoor sessions was cut short b/c of weather but he made time for another session. The staff at Studio Luxe is very attentive to your needs and respond quickly. They meet all your requests, even the most minor ones. We were very happy with the final outcome of all our photos and album. And we plan to work with them again. read more

" My sister booked Studio Luxe for her wedding. Richard, the lead photographer of studio luxe is very talented, flexible and responsive. On the day of my sister wedding. Richard stayed longer than the contract we signed. He didn't charged us extra fee and willing to stay to take more photo for us with no complain/no charge. We love his work and we highly recommend Richard to any of the bride who is looking for a responsible, talented photographer. " read more

Studio Luxe is by far one of the best decisions made during my wedding planning process! As someone that isn't considered much of a yelper, I just had to take the time to review how awesome of a photographer Richard was! My fiance and I recently took our engagement photos with Richard and we had such a great experience. It's always the best when you can see that your own photographer is very passionate and excited as he comes up with various ideas as we go. He knew exactly what he wanted to capture and really made us feel comfortable. Even through the hot weather, he worked so hard to make each shot worthwhile. He gives spot on directions and pointers along the way (things to consider for the wedding day as well). After our engagement session, we can only be thrilled and looking forward to the day Richard can capture one of the most special moments of our lives! If you're in search of a photographer that will go extra miles to capture your best moments, very talented, passionate, willing and just a great person to work with, Richard is a winner. We genuinely recommend Studio Luxe! :) read more

I absolutely loved how my pictures came out and received so many compliments about them! Richard made us feel comfortable and we were very happy with the photos! Thank you so much! read more

Richard and Hong are consummate professionals. Their work is exceptional and they are extremely polite. My fiancé and I had a great experience with them. They do have some great ideas for places to shoot depending on what you are looking for. We gave them ideas on the type of vibe we were going for and they were able to capture it in our photos. We do suggest to give them ample time to work on your engagement photos for your save the dates as It took a little longer than expected to receive the final product. Other than that, the work is beautiful. Can't wait to work with them on our wedding! read more

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I found Studio Luxe from the reviews on Yelp and I could not agree more with the raving reviews. Studio Luxe was very accommodating and responded promptly to all of my requests/questions as an anxious bride. I had a small courthouse wedding where we only invited our immediate families and closest friends. My wedding party and I loved Richard's enthusiasm while taking our photos. I found the Studio Luxe team to be very professional and also very friendly. Can't recommend them enough! read more

First, their price is about average rating in Los Angeles, but you will be realized it is really good deals and very high quality of services after you received your memories. I likes Richard's every single work of art. I married Jan this year and his photos are very amazing. We're very satisified and there was no problem. (Me and My wife is very picky for photos) His 3 minutes short stroy movie clip also very excellent. Don't miss it. Wothy to invest. I never saw this kind of talent work at the other wedding in LA. Most of time, Richard was real hard worker so, sometimes you might ask him to have some breaks for yourself. I respect his professional work and passions. This studio was excellent choice for my wedding. We strongly recommend this studio for your special wedding memories. read more

Recently I met Mr. Richard Kim because he was taking my best friend's casual and formal wedding photo shoots. Just like when I took my wedding pictures in 2009 his work is outstanding and I loved all my pictures. He's a wonderful photographer to work with. My husband and I felt very comfortable with him. He's an amazing artist who's good at capturing the moment and our love story. He definitely goes above and beyond with his customers. read more

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It's been awhile since I got married but I wanted to leave few comments about this studio. Most Korean photographers I know are pretty grumpy and sometimes even down right rude. However, photographers from StudioLuxe (especially Mr. Kim) were very patient, accommodating, and comfortable to work with. Not once did he get upset nor show that he was. This made me feel comfortable which is very important when taking pictures, at least for me cause my mood shows on my face easily. Besides the nice photographer, I love their work as well. I had two engagement sessions. One casual and one formal (this may seem odd to other cultures). Each session was one full day. He really went out of his way to capture all the looks I wanted. I loved all my engagement photos and wedding photos. I noticed he likes to focus on the brides face, specifically on eyes. This made me feel little uneasy at the time but it turned out really great! Bottom line, I'm a very happy, satisfied customer and referred few friends as well! He really does go above and beyond! read more

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Studio Luxe came recommended to my then fiancée (now wife) for engagement photos. My wife and I are not particularly photogenic, so we weren't exactly sure whether Richard, the primary photographer, had enough magic up his sleeve to make us look good in our photos. Boy, were we wrong. When we saw the first proofs come back from the shoot, we were floored. They were stunning! Richard's eye for setting and composition is seriously impressive. For instance, he would have us pose somewhere that, in the moment, doesn't seem particularly picturesque. But through his lens, and with his sense of lighting and framing, the image that emerges is truly special. After seeing all of the engagement photos, we decided to book Studio Luxe for our wedding. We met with Richard and his partner, Hong, several times before the wedding to discuss timeline and shots, among other details, so we felt confident that everything would go smoothly the day of the event. Sure enough, the Studio Luxe team arrived early, and ready to snap some great photos. We shot in two locations and took all of the photos that we had requested, plus some other impromptu ones that cropped up along the way. Studio Luxe is serious steal when it comes to landing the most talent and best service for your dollar. I interviewed many photographers who quoted me at obscenely high prices and were already on the upsell before I'd even mentioned signing a contract. Richard was easily going and made the entire process really stress free. I'm so happy I hired him and his team to shoot my wedding. Thank you, Studio Luxe! read more

As a wedding vendor, Mr. Kim is very professional photographer. Every time I work with him at wedding, I can see his scenery, and stylish photo. No matter how far, he goes to make the perfect shoot. You will end up shopping if you check out reviews below. Highly recommend! read more

This is not a review for photography services; it is only based on communication and contract issues. We were excited and pleased to see their good quality photos online and met with Richard and Hong. At the meeting, Richard seemed overly confident to the point of slightly cocky. We were willing to tolerate that behavior because of his quality and years of experience. However, upon receipt of the contract, we noticed that it was much more complicated than other photographers' contracts. In an attempt to continue working with Richard, we asked for a number of edits to the contract. At that point, Richard dismissed us as clients. From our perspective, we know we that were asking a lot of requirements and being slightly demanding. However, once you get your hands on the contract, you will understand why we were concerned. We had issues with several provisions that only catered to them and allowed them to take advantage of us (i.e. travel expenses, reimbursement, cancellations, and dispute resolution). In summary, during the meeting with Richard and Hong, they seemed very accommodating and flexible. Unfortunately, the contract and communication after that point was very rigid and unaccommodating. We were hoping they would reasonably understand our concerns and continue working with us, but instead they acted in their best interests. I would strongly recommend not signing such a one-sided contract. read more

so after months of fighting.... they took our money but agreed to release some of the photo's. Don't use this company! They moved 2 times now and changed their name due to the same issues read more

I took my wedding pictures here and it looked outstanding. Our album came out beautifully and the quality of the album is exceptional and everyone loves our wedding slide show as well. Now we have a baby girl and we are using them again for our daughter's 1st Birthday party albums and portraits. I highly recommend this studio for wedding and other events. read more

I would say Richard is very professional on photo shooting. We have done our engagement session on 05/27/2016, which is a Friday afternoon. I received my first beautiful touch up photo in the morning of 05/28/2016! How an efficient and hard working photographer! We didn't know what we were doing when we posted in front of the camera, but Richard asked us to act normally and catch all precious moment. I struggled a lot to choose my wedding photographer. I met with several photographers, but I chose Richard because they have pretty good pictures and package price is reasonable. Wedding is expensive and we looked for best quality within our budget. I was very impressive by Richard's pictures when I saw pictures of my friend's wedding on Facebook. Hong is very patient and nice person to work with. She answer all my concerns very fast. I am looking forward to seeing them on my wedding day! I will post review again after my wedding. I would recommend Richard and Hong to everyone! read more

Richard is incredibly meticulous and hard working. Both of our engagement photos looks great, and we look forward to getting our wedding photos as well! read more

So far I have done one engagement shoot, but I am so so grateful for Studio Luxe! I could not have asked for a better, more thoughtful wedding photographer. They are well-priced (especially considering ALL their experience and the extra mile they go to make your shoot exactly how you want it). They gave us a clear idea of good things to wear, bring, and do for the shoot. They were communicative throughout the whole process. Mr. Kim spent around 2 to 3 hours total before the shoot having us look through photos to give him the idea of what kind of photos and styles we liked. He took notes and everything! He does not have any restrictions of what he will do--including using photoshop to make different backgrounds. I felt comfortable telling them what I liked and what I did not like. I just got the first glimpse of our photos and I love them and am excited for more! read more

My fiance and I had an engagement/pre-wedding photo shoot and took Mr. Kim on to photograph us for 4 hours. He had us set the venue, and went to the LA Arboretum in Arcadia for 3 hours, and then to the Pasadena City hall for an hour. Mr. Kim had never been to the Arboretum but he made it work. We had only been there a few times ourselves, and didn't know where exactly we would like our photos taken, and Mr. Kim had the eye to point out several spots where we could be photographed. In short, even though he didn't know the venue at all, he photographed us and the results were incredible. After 3 hours at the Arboretum, Mr. Kim was more than agreeable to move to a second venue. While at the City hall, Mr. Kim made sure that we got artistic/amazing photographs from many different angles, and he would even lay down on the ground in order to get better angles of us and the architecture of the venue in the shot. Because of the time it took us to move venues, I was a bit worried that we wouldn't have much time at the second venue, but Mr. Kim had no issues going over-time from our previous agreement. We even had a special request for him to allow for us to be photographed with our dog and while he had never done that before, he was fine with it and made it all work. My fiance and I are very happy with the results of the shoot, and would definitely work with Mr. Kim again. He creates a very positive mood/atmosphere throughout the photo shoot, and helps to put the subjects of the photography at ease even when it feels somewhat awkward. read more

I really like the way richard took the photos. I think he's a very talented photographer that knows a lot of places. We like most of our engagement pictures. Richard really works his ass off to take a great pictures. He knows exactly what he wants from every frame. You just need to have a lot of patience when working with Richard. Overall, it has been a great experience working with Richard.. read more

The fiancé and I are extremely happy with our experience with Richard and StudioLuxe! We went with the Gold Package which included an engagement photo shoot on top of the day-of pictures. The engagement photos were a hit. We received so many compliments from everyone! Because of Richard's experience and artistic eye he captured so many precious and beautiful moments. The site selections were perfect as well--I didn't know that there were such beautiful buildings, bridges, flowerbeds in Los Angeles. Richard and his team were extremely thoughtful and accommodating as well. It was extremely cloudy the day of our engagement shoot, but near the end of the shoot the the sun came out and the lighting was great so Richard stayed longer than what we initially agreed without charging overtime!! He was so focused on getting us amazing pictures! He even offered to give us an extra 3-hr session the next day because the weather was ideal for taking pictures! So thankful to have met Richard and his team! They were very awesome for the day-of also! Can't wait to see the pictures! read more

My wife and I used Richard team for wedding pictures. We wanted to save money for the wedding so we did not do engagement photos. Richard was kind enough to offer shooting outdoor photos before the wedding. Richard was very professional and very passionate about photography. Although all of our wedding photos did not come out yet, the ones he has completed so far is even better than I imagined. Thank you Richard for your hard work and we look forward to receiving the rest of the pictures. read more

WOW. I am not the person to ever write a review. However, I just had to make an account and write this review because the photos were just so amazing! Let me start off by saying Richard made me feel more like a friend than a client so I was very comfortable from the start. The whole process was very smooth and was much more surprised at how easy it was. Everyone around me would tell me the engagement shoot can be fun but very tiring and stressful. However, it was like a friend tagging along and taking pictures here and there. The thing that blows my mind is at the time when he would have us pose in a area with certain poses I would just do them without thought. Never imagining that this pose with this background could come out to be these mind-blowing pictures! Richards skills as a photographer are hands down the best you could get without it being a real famous photographer in my opinion. He made my fiance and I look like movie stars with those amazing backgrounds. Super affordable, perfect pictures, easy process. DONE! read more

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Richard was tremendous! He knew all the best spots and times to go. We had our engagement pictures taken in downtown LA and couldn't be happier. We were very comfortable with him and he was very professional. He was quick with the editing and turnaround, too. Would definitely recommend for engagement/announcement pics or anything in that realm. :-) read more