I found Summer online and also noticed I had a few mutuals follow her on social media. I would presume they have used her before. Summer is kind, patient, professional, and extremely talented. From the minute I submitted an inquiry to the very last step of selecting the desired photos, she was helpful and organized. The photos themselves are absolutely gorgeous and I can't wait to receive them. She made the entire shoot so fun and comfortable. It can always be nerve wracking especially if this is not something you're used to but I genuinely always felt relaxed with her. I'm eager to book other shoots with her in the future. Thank you Summer. You made me feel so beautiful. These are truly the best photos anyone has ever taken of me. read more

I honestly feel so disappointed after my experience today. Summer was very inconsiderate, rude to me and honestly very cash grabbing. I will explain. As a first-time mom, I was really excited to get my 11-month-old baby's first Easter photos taken, she advertised on Instagram that her photos would be a better alternative to mall photos. More thoughtful, higher quality, and a better overall experience for a similar price. Unfortunately, that was not the case at all. When we arrived, I was holding my son and trying to ease him into the situation so he would feel comfortable sitting with the Easter Bunny. Without warning, Summer suddenly grabbed him out of my arms and said, "Here, let me just grab him," and immediately placed him on the bunny's lap. This clearly startled him, and he began crying. While I understand that some children may be scared in situations like this, abruptly taking him from me made it much worse. I believe children should be given time to warm up, especially at this age. She then quickly took only two photos while he was crying and said, "Okay, that's it. No more. He's just going to keep crying." The session was essentially over within 20 seconds, and I was left feeling uncomfortable, rushed and dismissed. I paid $45 for this, and the entire experience felt very unprofessional and transactional. As a parent, you want someone who respects boundaries, especially not grabbing your child without permission!! and who actually cares about creating a meaningful experience for a milestone like a first holiday photo. We drove 45 minutes for this session, and it was incredibly disappointing. I would not recommend booking, especially for walk-in photo sessions. Parents deserve a more patient, respectful, and thoughtful approach especially when it comes to their children. I only wish I had told her I wasn't going to pay for the horrible service. Unfortunately, I do respect a business owners time. Even though she did not put in any time or effort and it is not like there was a need to rush it too. There was no one in the lobby waiting after us. read more

Summer Hope is an absolute gem! I went out on a limb and decided to invest in a maternity shoot to capture the upcoming arrival of my rainbow baby. Summer made the entire process seamless, from booking to the actual shoot. On the big day Summer was so welcoming and reassuring. She answered all of my questions, gave me a tour of her amazing maternity dress closet, and coached me through each and every pose. I was amazed at the photos she captured.Believe me when I say her artistry and expertise is with every penny. I cannot recommend anyone more for such a momentous time in one's life! read more

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OMG! Summer is the absolute best!!! I had the most amazing experience with her. I was looking for someone to take some fun birthday photos of me and after scoping out her page I fell in love with her work. She mainly shoots maternity photos so I was scared she wouldn't work with me, but she was so open to my idea! I'm an extremely shy person who often hides from the camera, but she made me feel so comfortable & the photos came out SO beautifully. She's such a blast to be around and I'm so grateful for the connection. BOOK WITH SUMMER! You won't regret it! read more

Summer is an absolute joy to work with. I showed up to my scheduled shoot 38 weeks pregnant, hot out of breathe and exhausted. Typical that far along right, it also didn't help I waited so last minute to find a photographer in the first place. Yet she was heaven sent and I'm SO HAPPY I PULLED THE TRIGGER AND SCHEDULED WITH HER!! She communicated with me beforehand and I was able to ask her opinion on makeup/jewelry/nails. Once I was in her studio she genuinely made me feel absolutely beautiful and was so helpful! Directing me, helping me, even talking me through her studio and process. It's one thing to see good examples of work it's another to work with such a genuine kind person for such an emotional milestone like photographs. She's talented and her work ethic really showed during our time together. If you are hesitating to book don't think twice just book I promise you won't regret it! Summer I will be back with my newborn!! Thank you again for going above and beyond! read more

You want great work and quality ??? You must go with summer she is a amazing photographer !!!! She makes you feel like family as soon as you walk in her studio she makes you feel like home. I have known her since 2021 but it seems like I have know her since forever. Thank you summer for you're amazing work . I can't get over her amazing work !!!!!!!!! read more

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Was a little nervous for my first maternity shoot but am so thankful to have worked with Summer! Her studio was spacious and welcoming and felt so luxe. Her dress closet included all your dream dresses, she even bought an extra black dress that matched the inspo I was going for, thank you Summer! She makes you feel so comfortable and beautiful during the shoot, the best! Thanks again! read more

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Summer is wonderful! She makes you feel so comfortable && beautiful. Her photos are AMAZING. Everyone who sees them uses the word "stunning". She is so sweet && professional && I would absolutely recommend her && her work. read more

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If you are looking to book a photographer for your maternity or newborn shoot, do not look further, Summer in simply the best in OC and LA! Summer is a very talented photographer. She knows what she is doing, she has an amazing eyes to make you look and feel gorgeous. She is a pleasure to shoot with, and she pays attention to all the details. I have work with photographers in the past but my maternity shoot with Summer was by far the best photoshoot experience I've ever had. On top of that, she has breathtaking gowns that are unique, she has a lot of accessories and will style you to make you feel so confident about yourself (which is very hard when you are 8 month pregnant, trust me!) She is extremely responsive, the booking process is very easy, you will get emails to secure your booking and be ask what you are looking for, what style you want. I can't wait to get pregnant again and have another session with her (I will bring my newborn baby to her as well without hesitation!) read more

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We could not recommend Summer enough. She was an absolute pleasure to work with, and her photos are beautiful! She made our family feel so comfortable and she was great with our toddler and 8 year old. We absolutely love our family photos and can't wait for her to capture future milestones. If you're looking for a photographer that delivers amazing photos I highly recommend her. read more

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I recently had my maternity shoot with Summer. Wow! What an experience. From the moment I walked into her studio she made me feel so comfortable and beautiful. The gown selection she owns is breathtaking. The magic she works behind her camera lens is beyond amazing. She is such a skilled photographer and stylist!!! I recommend her 100%. This is my second pregnancy and I've been lucky enough to have her capture both. I flew from Louisiana to California for this photoshoot. Worth every penny!!! The images she delivers are priceless. read more

As soon as I found out that we were expecting, I knew I had to have every moment of my pregnancy captured in some sort of way! From the first ultrasound, to capturing my growing belly, I knew that this was going to be a magical moment in my life!! However, the most exciting moment I absolutely knew had to be captured was taking maternity pictures. Scrolling on instagram one day I came across Summer Hope's page. Looking though her post and going on her site, I instantly knew she was going to be the ONE! Seriously I stopped looking for other photographers as soon as I came across her page. Fast forward we set up the day for us to go out to her studio, and from there the magic began! Upon arrival, Summer greeted us and was friendly as ever. My partner and I were both anxious/excited for this moment being that it was both our first time as a couple taking professional pictures, especially capturing this monumental moment in our lives. Summer totally made us feel welcomed and comfortable. ESPECIALLY ME. I'm definitely not use to the spotlight, so this being my first shoot, I was a bit nervous... Leave it to Summer, she made all the butterflies go away! After the first few takes I slowly started to get into the hang of things! Overall the experience was amazing. Summer truly made me feel more comfortable in my skin and totally embrace my shoot. We both had fun and enjoyed ourselves with her! I felt so beautiful and couldn't wait to see the final product! I appreciate the turnaround time for getting my pictures to select my final choices. The editing was top tier, and I also had Summer print the shot of us together for my baby shower!! I received lots of compliments about my pictures! I'm truly in awe of the whole experience and would definitely recommend to a friend. If you haven't picked a photographer to capture this wonderful moment in your life, Summer Hope Photography is where you want to go! I will definitely be capturing more moments in the near future. read more

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I was never a client because she didn't agree to give me the copyright. She deserves 5 starts for her work but only one star for customer service. Truly very beautiful work and I wish it would have worked out but I wasn't willing to give her the right to do whatever she wants with my images. I'm no model but I want full control of my images nonetheless. read more

Summer was very unprofessional - I went back and forth with her for a month trying to book with her. After a good phone call introducing myself- I had to follow up with her about 4/5 times asking if she could send me the link to book her. She kept apologizing that she was busy, which I was completely understanding of. Then, she followed up asking questions about my family that we had already gone over. We had a date set, but nothing signed and I didn't have a way to pay the deposit. I was looking forward to getting my family pictures done by her for fall, so I hadn't look elsewhere.. it took me awhile to find someone else who had the same availability as me. Which was an inconvenience. I like to do family pictures 2/3 times a year, and I had even planned to do the little mini shoots for my daughters, but our availability just hadn't marched up. I was really looking forward to having her do ours over the years. I am someone who markets everyone's business and I've always brought good business to anyone I've had service from - tattoo artists, hair stylists, small businesses. She lost a a very good customer and I let my friends know that I had showed her work to to go to the new photographer I found. read more

We needed to have Christmas card pictures as well as Business pictures done on short notice because we were late preparing for the holidays, Summer came through on very quick notice and met us on location and was able to coax the best poses and smiles out of our children I've ever seen. I can't say enough good things about her personality and her methods for getting the best shots! I would highly recommend Summers service and we'll be using her for many more sessions to come. If there were more stars to give I would give them, absolute five star service! read more

Summer is absolutely AMAZING! She is a pro at the work she does! I just did a maternity photoshoot with her yesterday and I am so excited I cannot stop thinking about how the photos will turn out! She is so talented & knows just what she's doing! She made me feel right at home and so comfortable as soon as I got to her studio. Also, her studio is beautiful & so stylish; just like she is! read more

Summer is so talented and knowledgeable! As soon as you walk in you feel comfortable and confident in your own skin. I've never felt more beautiful than when I saw the result of the amazing photos can't thank you enough summer you are truly phenomenal! read more

If I could give her 100 Stars I would. Not sure if all mommies go through body    image difficulties, but I sure did. I knew that on my second pregnancy although I was not feeling my best I would regret not having pictures of me with my baby bump. So I searched and searched and came across Summers photography, and let me tell you I was amazed. Her work speaks for itself, her work is worth every penny. If you are looking for amazing pictures, amazing gowns and amazing work ethic please do not double think it. She was born for her craft. She was quick and easy to book and the moment I stepped into her studio it was like bammmmm!! She is upbeat, warm, so personable, makes you feel so comfortable. She brings it home, I am in love with my pictures. I am 100% happy with all of the pictures. If you are want quality this is it, if you want timeless pictures to remember, she is it. Xoxo Tati **Thank you Summer!! read more

Hello all! I am speechless, I am Beyond happy that I had Summer as my maternity photographer. From the very first email she was so patient with me, she listened to my needs and wishes, she made sure I am taking all the pictures I wanted and she was ready with all the outfits I wanted and she picked amazing outfits for me as well, she was kind and the most important she is a bad ass photographer! I can't wait to give birth to my son so we can both go back to her for mommy and baby photo shoot, and I will definitely have my next maternity shoots with her! I would give her a 10/10. Thank you so much Summer read more

If you're looking for a great photographer, hire Summer Hope Photography. She is great at what she does, top of the line work. Summer has been my grandson's photographer ever since he was born. She is so passionate about her work. I wouldn't go anywhere else. She is simply the best! THANK YOU SUMMER HOPE!!!! read more

I can't even put into words how spectacular Summer is. Her work speaks for itself! Her attention to detail and patience is amazing. Everyone who saw my maternity pictures was blown away so it was a given I had to visit her again to do my daughters 6 Mo pictures. I was not disappointed. They took my breath away. If you're looking for quality work and beautiful art to hang in your home, book a session with summer. read more

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So I have seen so much of Summers work and really have been wanting to get some pictures of my son. I took him for her Christmas mini's. I am so glad I did Summer did a fabulous job with my son. She made him laugh and was very patient with him. She captured amazing photos of my son and I got my photos so fast. I am so glad to finally do photos with her, she will be my family photographer for many years to come. Thank you so much read more

We have been using this photographer for the last 4 years. Within those 4 years I never had a doubt that our pictures would come out magnificent. Every time our pictures come out better than what I expected!!!!! If you really want a professional photographer that is worth the investment you should honestly and sincerely get in touch with her. She will capture each and every memory and tell your story. read more

Summer was awesome to work with. She's super patient with the kiddos and I absolutely loved our photos. We will be using her again for sure! We've already recommended her to family too. read more

She worked amazingly well with the kids and the photos were beautiful! I'll definitely be calling again!

Summer is amazing! She done most of my important photoshoots and I'm obsessed with her editing skills. On top of that she has lots of outfit options to choose from to make your pictures come out super cute! I definitely recommend summer if you want great pictures. read more

Summer is fantastic! She is great with newborns and has great eye for cool themes outdoors! We love our photos!!

Summer photographed my kids for a Christmas mini session and I was very pleased with the entire process. She has a classy and chic style that shows through in her props and backgrounds. She was also so great at getting the kids to pose and do what was necessary for the shot. The pictures turned out wonderful! Very pleased!! read more

I had my maternity photos done by Summer and let me tell you, they are by far the most beautiful pictures I own. I will cherish them forever. She had all the dresses and accessories for both me and my first daughter who was also in the pictures. She was very good with talking to my daughter and getting her to pose and smile. I turned the photos into large canvas prints and they are hung proudly in my formal room. Def recommend her!!! read more

Summer was great to work with, she's friendly and works well with children. We used Summer again this year for our Christmas pictures and she did a stellar job again. read more

Summer is the best ...she does an awesome job each time ,every time .its been 4 yrs she has been doing pictures for my kids and undoubtedly..they always comes out beautiful.I always recommend her anytime someone asks me . read more

Summer is super easy to work with and does an amazing job. She did my Maternity photos with my last baby... And I got some amazing pictures to last a lifetime! read more

PLEASED BEYOND WORDS!! I have used many professional photography companies and by far Summer Hope Photography has them beat in all aspects. She is professional while very personable. The attention to detail and creativity in you're end result make it evident this is her passion not just a career. If quality and affordable are what you are looking for, look no further. read more