amazing work for my civil ceremony! Christina is so warm and welcoming & makes the whole booking…read moreprocess easy & secure. Communication was amazing and I felt confident the whole time from booking to wedding day. day of our photographer was so amazing and stuck it through the hot city hall, made us feel so comfortable and confident in all our poses. turn over time for our pictures was quick and efficient, our photos were PERFECT and matched exactly the inspo we had discussed. Nightingale will always have my business

Truly the best of the best! Not only did the photos come out absolutely stunning and perfect (and…read moreI'm a tough critic) but during the photo shoot, Christina was SO lovely. We had our two little daughters and she made them feel so comfy and they were laughing a ton. It was quick and painless and could not recommended enough.

First, Clayton's studio is well-located and easy to get to with good street parking. The studio…read moreitself is cozy and intimate, well-appointed and -equipped, and perfect for headshots. I'd contacted a few other studios and found his pricing packages were very reasonable, right in the sweet spot of what I wanted to spend. Second but more importantly, there's Clayton himself. He's very warm and friendly. I had never needed professional headshots sporting different looks including changes of clothes before, and I was uncertain of what the shoot would involve. But Clayton immediately put me at ease; he clearly knew his business, understood my trepidation, and erased any doubts I had about how the shoot would go. He explained everything he was doing, gave excellent direction for each shot he was taking, cleared every backdrop and scene change with me, and offered to show me each shot he took. I had signed up for the 30 minute session, but Clayton did not act like he was on the clock and spent a lot more time on my shoot than expected. He took lots of shots with different poses and with the different looks my three changes of clothing provided. He was exceedingly patient and encouraging. After my session ended, I felt I'd made a new friend in Clayton. Finally, the headshots. The shoot was on a Friday, and Clayton told me he'd have the proofs for me to review early the following week. Sure enough, on Monday he sent me a link to see the dozens of shots he'd taken. It was like magic; the photos were better than I expected--I liked how his shots made me look, and these were not even the finished photos yet! Next steps were to designate the headshots I wanted finished, which I've done. Communications with him were great throughout: he always responded very quickly and completely so there was never any question or doubt about what was happening. In sum, Clayton was a consummate professional who is also very personable. I'm now thinking that having him do a family photo shoot--something I'd never given a thought to before.

Clayton is amazing, reasonable and always dependable. Best photographer ever. Have been using him…read morefor years and the product is always great, on time and he is joy to work with.

Ditto is an absolute dream to work with and I am so happy we went with him as our wedding…read morephotographer. My husband and I are awkward and stiff in front of cameras, but Ditto made us feel right at ease. He gave us gentle guidance with poses, helped us relax, and chose some of the most beautiful spots for photos. We adored our engagement photos but our shots from our wedding absolutely stunned us - we could not believe how gorgeous everything turned out! If you're looking for a photographer who is professional, easy to work with, quick with their edits and final photos, you have to go with Ditto. Thank you so much for capturing our best moments, and we can't wait to work with you again soon.

We had a wonderful experience working with Ditto for our wedding. Included in his package is an…read moreengagement shoot, which we did at Filoli - they were perfect for our save the dates and guestbook at the wedding. On the day of, Ditto and his assistant were amazing to work with, helping us capture some of the most beautiful photos of our wedding. Ditto also specializes in film photography - for photography geeks, he uses a medium format camera for his portraiture. Ditto is so kind - we asked him to do some B/W photography and he even brought another film camera with B/W film loaded just for us. If I could give 6/5 stars, I would. From the beginning, Ditto has always been extremely personable, professional, and responsive. I would recommend working with him if he is available on your date.

We did a photo shoot with Heather 4 years ago for our son. We loved our prior experience and chose…read moreher for a new born photo shoot for our new born daughter too and I couldn't be happier with the experience! From the moment we arrived, she made us feel completely comfortable and at ease. Heather was incredibly patient, gentle, and so skilled at handling our baby--which made a huge difference for us as new parents. Her studio was warm, calm, and perfectly set up for newborns, with thoughtful props and beautiful backdrops. She has a true eye for detail and captured the sweetest little expressions and moments that we'll treasure forever. What impressed me most was how professional yet personable she was--taking the time to work around our baby's needs while still creating stunning, high-quality photos. The final images are absolutely breathtaking, and I know we'll cherish them for a lifetime. If you're looking for someone talented, caring, and professional to capture your newborn's earliest days, I highly recommend Heather!

I can't say enough about how incredible Heather is to work with, and how beautiful the results are…read more She was incredibly patient with our newborn, and took so much time and care during the session to create a welcoming environment for the baby and her brother. She worked very closely with us in selecting a flattering color palette and introducing textures that would suit the baby. Her style is very gentle and easygoing; she spends the time to really get to know a family and pays attention to all the details that go into a shoot. When the photos came out, we were truly blown away--they were all so tender and stunning, showcasing not just the miracle of birth, but all the familial love and tenderness. I cannot stop looking at them! We were so delighted that we opted for an album keepsake. I was impressed with how much care and time Heather took making every page perfect, and how she collaborated so well with us. My son is an amateur artist, and she welcomed and integrated all his inputs and built on top of them to create something we will treasure for many years. I wholeheartedly recommend Heather to any family--she is a true artist, and we will definitely be returning to capture more precious moments!

We got some really cool pictures of our baby! Jennifer was great to work with. Would highly…read morerecommend anyone looking for a professional photographer with lifestyle kind of shooting experience.

Wanted to get a family portrait during my paternity leave and Jennifer's portfolio stood out the…read moremost! Decided to put our faith on Jennifer and booked her. Very professional with setting up retainer/contract, giving suggestions of location and time frame for best shot before we finalized appointment. On day of shoot Jennifer was very punctual, down to earth and passionate about her profession. We loved the great scenic spot she recommended so we felt extremely comfortable including my little two year old toddler. Would definitely book with Jennifer again to capture our family moments again once our kids get a little bigger! You will not be disappointed in Jennifer's creativity and outlook!

My wife and I got married this past December, and we couldn't be happier with our wedding…read morephotographer, Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera. I actually found Jennifer after searching online for photographers in San Francisco and her work immediately stood out. Her style felt fresh and unconventional -- more documentary and journalistic than traditional -- and I especially loved her use of black and white photography, which was a big reason we chose her. The day started at our hotel, where she jumped between our separate rooms to capture my wife and me getting ready. Before she had even gotten to our rooms, she had already scouted the perfect location for our first look. The moment was absolutely incredible, and she handled everything; we didn't have to do a thing but follow her lead. That professional confidence continued at City Hall. She has a masterful familiarity with the building. She took full control of the shoot, guiding us as she told us exactly where to stand, how to pose, and where to move next so we could just relax and enjoy the moment. As a photographer myself, I really appreciated her confidence and professionalism. All we had to do was follow instructions and be present. She knows San Francisco City Hall inside and out -- the lighting, the angles, the timing, and the key locations that truly matter -- every shot felt deliberate and it showed. The technical skill here is top-notch-- the compositions were beautiful, the balance of each frame was spot-on, and her gorgeous color grading. We received around 300 images, and the quality is so consistent that I plan to print every last one of them in large format to ensure we have a permanent physical archive. When we received the final package, we were so touched -- she sent our photos on a beautiful USB drive along with printed images, some sweets, and other thoughtful details. It was the perfect finishing touch to a genuinely wonderful experience. If you're getting married at City Hall -- or anywhere in San Francisco -- Jennifer Michelson / A Girl and a Camera is exceptional. Thank you Jennifer! Laura and Junior.

We couldn't be happier with the photos from our wedding day and A Girl and A Camera Photography!…read moreFrom start to finish, Jennifer and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were professional, attentive, and so easy to have around on such an important day. What we absolutely loved was Jennifer's eye for the little moments. Beyond the portraits and formal shots, she captured the quiet glances, the spontaneous laughter, and all the small details that made our wedding day feel like ours. We can't recommend Jennifer highly enough!

My husband and I are both exceedingly pleased with our maternity photos! The location we chose…read morehappened to be EXCEPTIONALLY windy the day of our shoot... I was quite nervous it might ruin our photos due to my hair blowing around everywhere. However, Jenny guided us into poses and areas in the location that saved the day and provided us with the most gorgeous maternity photos I think I've ever seen. Couldn't be more grateful for Jenny beautifully capturing such a special moment in our lives!

Jenny is amazing and a true artist with her photography skills! My husband and I worked with Jenny…read morefor both our maternity and newborn photos and were impressed by her creativity, professionalism, and kindness. I had an idea of what I wanted, sent her my Pinterest boards, and she made the vision come to life! Jenny is so easy to work with and made us felt comfortable in every situation. Newborn sessions are never easy, but Jenny was patient and skilled with our little girl who did not want to sleep the entire session. There aren't enough words to say how much of a pleasure it was to work with Jenny. Our photos came out beautifully and we cannot wait to get another opportunity to work with her!

WOW!!!!!! What a professional, talented and genuine photographer!!! Super simple flexible…read moreappointment setting, great approachable online outfit ideas, amazing location, fun, casual and professional shoot, and quick turn around time for proofs! Now the best part!!! The photos! WOWZA! I'm super picky about lighting and clarity. These were the best all-around photos I've ever had. Amazing! Do not hesitate! Amy is worth it!!!! Five stars isn't enough!

We had such a great experience with Amy for our maternity shoot! We're not really "picture people"…read morebut so glad we went for it because we came away with some really special photos and memories. Amy made us feel comfortable right away, provided great clothing and location suggestions, and is such a talented photographer. We wouldn't hesistate to reach out again if we decide to get pictures taken in the future.

I am so thankful to have come across Ava's portfolio while searching for a grad shoot photographer…read more She was so kind and flexible and really made the entire booking process quick and simple! Her session prices are also very reasonable, which is perfect for fellow graduating students. The actual photoshoot was an amazing experience...Ava was great at directing poses and she would continue trying different shots until she was satisfied. And to top it off, her editing really brought everything together, I love my pictures! I highly recommend her for any sort of photoshoot!

Initially we hired Ava to be our engagement photographer only. However after seeing the amazing…read morephotos she took, we also hired her to be our wedding photographer for the city hall ceremony and the elopement photos at Baker beach. That is how much we love her work!!! Ava was extremely flexible with our schedule, and she was very pleasant to work with. I would definitely say she went above and beyond in capturing the perfect pictures for us (never rushed us and gave great suggestions). Sometimes she even asked to take more pictures to achieve the ideal shots. Ava had many amazing photoshoot ideas, and she had excellent photography skill to deliver many memorable photos. I cannot recommend enough how great Ava was as a wedding photographer! Her pictures truly exceeded our expectations!

Veronica was outstanding! We organized a Maternity Photo shoot at Trilogy Visual Media studio and…read moreVeronica gave it her special touch! She took lead in Hair and Makeup and took spectacular photos of my husband and I. These are photos that will last us a lifetime!

From the owner: I am a make-up artist and photographer for any special occasion, including, but not limited to;…read more family photo-shoots headshots modeling/fashion shows weddings/private events/quinceañeras proms/baptisms/etc I prefer to photograph by day because I love to use natural light as much as possible! Serving the greater Bay Area, I can come to you in the comfort of your own home or we can meet at a location of your choice.