Thalacker Photography

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About

Pictures have the power to touch your soul. As a portrait photographer with 17 years of experience, my goal is to create high-quality images that truly resonate with you and reflect who you are. I specialize in capturing genuine moments and helping you look your absolute best in every photo. With professional full-frame equipment and a detail-oriented approach, I focus on beautiful lighting, flattering angles, and natural expressions. While some may offer lower prices, I never compromise on the care and attention I give each session. Your satisfaction with the final images is my top priority. If you’re ready to capture meaningful portraits you’ll be proud to share and treasure, I’d be honored to work with you.

Overview

Hired 198 times

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2 employees

17 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Zelle.

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Services offered

Event type

Wedding

Birthday party

Corporate event

Reunion

Projects and media

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

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Stacy T.

Dec 5, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

We had family photos done at our home. Teresa was on time and immediately started visualizing where to set up and working with me on best places around the house. She put us all at ease and made it fun. Appreciate the wonderful photos and memories.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Home • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Lynnette m.

Nov 21, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Terese was very responsive, on time, and able to get 16 people in a pose with smiles including 2 children! Thank you for your quick response and for the lasting memories we made!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Home • Digital or online download • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Jude k.

Nov 15, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Staci Y.

Nov 21, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

She is lovely and great to work with. She showed up early to walk around and get ideas on what and where she wanted to take photos. She worked great my son and dogs! Really happy with how the pictures turned out.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Home • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Francisca K.

Jun 16, 2024

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We had a very a good experience during the section. We had a good rapport with the photographer.photographer was willing to change locations at the last minute. Photographer helped us pick a nice location field taking our wedding photos.

Details: Bridal portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Credentials

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Teresa Cook-Thalacker

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing includes editing and travel costs also for the price I quote y I take as many pictures in the scheduled time as I can which gives more variety to choose from.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I think it is important to listen to the customer. I like to talk to the customer and get in idea of what they envision in their photo shoot, and after that conversations talk to them about my suggestions.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I take professional graduation pictures and I have been taking family pictures for 15 years. I am trained in photoshop and lightroom