I cannot say enough wonderful things about Heather. I was extremely nervous going into the shoot,…read moreas these were my first headshots. From our first conversation, Heather put me at ease and promised we would have fun. And we did! Heather was high energy, encouraging, and professional. I highly recommend Heather Leyse Photography!

So lucky to find a local talented photographer . Heather put…read moreus at ease with her warm and easy going nature . The photo shoot was on the beach and Heather made it so much fun . Impressive photographs !

Tugce is truly gold on earth -- an absolute gift. She drove…read moreall the way to San Clemente to photograph all three of my kids' senior photos, and from start to finish, she poured her heart into every detail. When my daughter sent inspiration photos of the exact aesthetic she was hoping for, Tugce didn't just try to "make it work" -- she literally purchased new equipment to bring that vision to life. Who does that? That level of dedication is rare. She stops at nothing to make your dreams become reality. Her eye is incredible, her energy is calm and encouraging, and she somehow makes each senior feel completely seen and celebrated for who they are. The photos are stunning -- beyond what we hoped for -- but even more than that, the experience was meaningful. If you're looking for someone who treats your family like her own and delivers magic behind the lens, Tugce is it. We are so grateful.

Tugce is an incredible photographer. She is fun to work with, extremely talented, and…read moreknowledgeable. She is remarkably flexible with locations, ensuring she finds the perfect backdrop for your family. Her genuine passion for photography is contagious and makes the entire experience fun and fast-paced - a must when working with kids. She has a talent for connecting with all ages; her ability to empower teens and preteens gives them a sense of agency that allows their true personalities to shine.

We absolutely love Chloe and can't recommend her enough. She somehow manages to capture the most…read morebeautiful, natural moments -- even with our little ones and dog who don't always feel like cooperating She's incredibly patient, warm, and so great with our kids. They genuinely have fun during the shoot, which makes all the difference. Every time we get our gallery back, we're blown away. So grateful to have found her -- she's become such a special part of documenting our family.

For the past three years, our family has had the absolute pleasure of working with Chloe and we…read morehonestly can't imagine trusting anyone else to capture our precious memories. From a delicate newborn session in our home to our family holiday photos, Chloe has consistently delivered impeccable results and provided an exceptional experience every single time. Chloe is, quite simply, a remarkably talented photographer. Her eye for capturing genuine emotion and beautiful compositions is truly impressive. She has a knack for finding the perfect angle and light, resulting in photos that feel both natural and artistic. Our photos always have a gorgeous, airy quality that feels so authentic and timeless. Beyond her artistic talent, Chloe is incredibly meticulous in her editing. The final images are always polished to perfection, with a subtle yet impactful touch that enhances their beauty without ever looking overdone. We've been consistently blown away by the quality and attention to detail in every single photo she's delivered. As parents, one of the things we appreciate most about Chloe is her patience with our little one. She has a wonderful, gentle, and humorous way of interacting with them, which instantly brings out the most genuine smiles and infectious giggles. If you're looking for a talented, dedicated, and genuinely lovely photographer who will capture your family's story beautifully-- look no further than Chloe. We wholeheartedly recommend her and can't wait for our next session!

Carissa did a branding shoot for me and she was amazing! I don't know how she did it but the person…read morein those photos was not the me I know

Carissa took mine and my fiancé's engagement photos and I still to this day can't get over how cute…read morethey came out!! She is professional, great at giving directions and listened to our vision. She delivered previews of the pictures quickly and the overall turn around of the photos was fast! If you're looking for a photographer, I would highly recommend her!

Ellie is an amazing photographer! We did a 20 minute mini session with two toddlers! It was…read moreincredibly chaotic, but somehow Ellie managed to create beautiful, editorial-like photos for us. She was very sweet the whole time and made everyone very comfortable in a short period of time. The process of getting the photos back was very quick! She is also very communicative with any questions! Definitely booking more shoots in the future with her.

We cannot say enough nice things about our experience with Ellie at Sun & Sparrow! Her…read morecommunication, dependability, and attention to detail truly made our wedding spectacular. Highly recommend if you are looking for a wedding photographer. She perfectly captured the romantic, fairy tale mood we wanted. Her day-of presence never made us feel stressed, rushed, tired, or fake; it was like having your best friend take pictures of you. She caught every single moment thanks to the detailed itinerary she worked out with us, and the editing was true-to-life and made us look our best while still showcasing the style that drew us to her. We received a ton of sneak peek pictures before we even finished our honeymoon. Our second shooter, Julie, was fun and helpful, and really made sure we had coverage everywhere.

We had a mini session with Trish last week, and I can't stop smiling when thinking about our time…read moreat the beach with her. The mini session was 15 minutes - she was happy, gentle, and warm with the kids and we felt so comfortable despite never having met before. I went to the session hoping to get 2-3 good photos - instead, we now have a photo gallery full of photos that bring so much joy. It's hard to get good family photos with 2 young toddlers, so I'm especially thankful for these treasured memories. And lastly, her communication is clear and prompt - I appreciate this so much as I'm trying to get holiday cards made in time for Christmas! Trish has a wonderful gift, and I'm so glad to have found her!

Trish is an excellent photographer. We booked her for family photos with our first daughter and…read moreloved the pictures so much we ended up booking a package when I was pregnant with my second daughter. Each session we had with Trish was so lovely. She made the family feel comfortable and had great direction. We hope to work with her again on future family photos!

Working with Kimmelle was an experience I will cherish forever. Her unique talent extends far…read morebeyond the camera; she has a gift for creating a space where you feel safe, encouraged, and free to be your most authentic self. Her empowering presence and expert coaching during the shoot were invaluable. Then came the photographs! A stunning display of her technical skill and artistic vision. Kimmelle has an unparalleled ability to capture beauty in a way that feels both profound and genuine. The images are treasures I will keep forever. Kimmelle is a rare talent and a beautiful soul. I am so grateful our paths crossed and I cannot wait for others to have the opportunity to feel as seen and empowered as I did. I recommend Kimmelle without reservation.

I work for a fortune 500 company and needed headshot photos for a board presentation. Kimmelle was…read moreso flexible and accommodating with my schedule and knew the types of pictures that I would need. This was my first time taking professional headshots, and I was tense and uncomfortable posing. However, Kimmelle was creative, patient and helped me captured the right photos. She has profestional lighting and various backgrounds to choose from. I had an amazing experience and definitely will be working with Kimmelle again and referring her to families and friends in the future. Kimmelle provided high quality pictures but at a lower price compared to others. She provided me with the pictures within 24 hours. I am very pleased with my pictures. They are exceptional! Thank you Kimmelle. YOU are awesome!!

Chelsea was wonderful to work with on our photography project. We were very pleased with the…read moreprocess and the final results. Highly recommend!

We loved working with Chelsey for our family Christmas pictures! She made us feel very comfortable…read moreand natural, plus able to capture some adorable shots of our 10 month old. She has a talented eye and great direction for capturing those spontaneous moments that show a family's love, plus got the traditional pictures too. She had really quick turn around and provided all of the shots for us. She also helped edit the pics we loved. I'd highly recommend her for any family photoshoot!