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CMB Photography
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CMB Photography

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Exceptional 5.0

(44)

Exceptional 5.0

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Portrait Photography, Commercial Photography, Wedding and Event Photography, Engagement Photography, Boudoir Photography, Headshot Photography

  • 32 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
Dana E. says, "From the moment I walked into the studio, I knew I was in the best hands for my boudoir. Crystal created such a warm, welcoming, and empowering atmosphere that instantly put me at ease. She guided me through every pose with clear direction and constant encouragement, making me feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful from start to finish. Her attention to detail is unmatched—she perfected the lighting and angles for each shot. It’s obvious she has an incredible eye for capturing not just a flattering image, but the essence of a person. I never once felt rushed and Crystal helped me to channel my confidence throughout the entire shoot. When I saw the final images, I was blown away. They were stunning—artistic, elegant, and somehow even more flattering than I imagined possible. But beyond the photos themselves, what Crystal gave me was a gift: the ability to see myself in a new light, with confidence and self-love I’ll carry far beyond the shoot. If you’ve ever considered a boudoir session, stop hesitating and book with Crystal. She doesn’t just take photos—she creates an unforgettable, uplifting experience that will leave you feeling beautiful inside and out."See more
Dana E. says, "From the moment I walked into the studio, I knew I was in the best hands for my boudoir. Crystal created such a warm, welcoming, and empowering atmosphere that instantly put me at ease. She guided me through every pose with clear direction and constant encouragement, making me feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful from start to finish. Her attention to detail is unmatched—she perfected the lighting and angles for each shot. It’s obvious she has an incredible eye for capturing not just a flattering image, but the essence of a person. I never once felt rushed and Crystal helped me to channel my confidence throughout the entire shoot. When I saw the final images, I was blown away. They were stunning—artistic, elegant, and somehow even more flattering than I imagined possible. But beyond the photos themselves, what Crystal gave me was a gift: the ability to see myself in a new light, with confidence and self-love I’ll carry far beyond the shoot. If you’ve ever considered a boudoir session, stop hesitating and book with Crystal. She doesn’t just take photos—she creates an unforgettable, uplifting experience that will leave you feeling beautiful inside and out."
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Diane Straw Photography
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Diane Straw Photography

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Exceptional 5.0

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Exceptional 5.0

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Portrait Photography, Headshot Photography, Engagement Photography, Commercial Photography

Great value
  • 50 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
Hanuma R. says, "We recently did a 1st birthday shoot for our son and couldn’t be happier with how it turned out! The photos captured his little expressions perfectly — every moment felt special. It was such a fun and heartwarming experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking to freeze these precious memories in time!❤️"See more
Hanuma R. says, "We recently did a 1st birthday shoot for our son and couldn’t be happier with how it turned out! The photos captured his little expressions perfectly — every moment felt special. It was such a fun and heartwarming experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking to freeze these precious memories in time!❤️"
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Avatar for Arki Pics - Architectural & Real Estate Media
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Arki Pics - Architectural & Real Estate Media
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Arki Pics - Architectural & Real Estate Media

Exceptional 5.0

(57)

Exceptional 5.0

(57)

Real Estate and Architectural Photography, Aerial Photography

Great value
  • 40 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
JP K. says, "Carlos is a professional photographer! He is timely, friendly and an expert in taking real estate photo shoots. He provided some suggestions at the start to help the photo shoot turn out well. The pictures with the lighting and edits came out better than perfect! There are some standout amazing drone shots also that I can't believe he was able to capture so well. Thanks Carlos!!"See more
JP K. says, "Carlos is a professional photographer! He is timely, friendly and an expert in taking real estate photo shoots. He provided some suggestions at the start to help the photo shoot turn out well. The pictures with the lighting and edits came out better than perfect! There are some standout amazing drone shots also that I can't believe he was able to capture so well. Thanks Carlos!!"
Reviews for San Diego creative photographers on Thumbtack

From Jim F.

Voltage Digital / Jamie Mosberg
Voltage Digital / Jamie Mosberg
Much thanks to Jamie for his creative location photography!

From Scott M.

Beige Video & Photo
Beige Video & Photo
Very professional and prompt excellent service. Photographer was great - creative and flexible.

From Yvonne B.

Priscilla Iezzi Photography
Priscilla Iezzi Photography
Priscilla is amazing to work with and is so creative. Her styled photos have elevated my brand and website and I continue to receive compliments from her photos!

From John B.

Libra Scale Creative
Libra Scale Creative
The photos turned out amazing vibrant, and perfectly captured the moment. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality and creativity in their shots!

From Sarah M.

Bleu Salt Photography
Bleu Salt Photography
Kk was awesome to work with! She has a creative eye and a good instinct for capturing moments artistically. She was quick to respond and worked with our last min booking request. She showed up on time and helped create a relaxed and enjoyable photo experience for our family. We would use her again and would recommend her for creative, lovely photos.

From Joni L.

Paula Luna | lunaphoto
Paula Luna | lunaphoto
Paula added great creative ideas to my vision for the project. She is easy to work with, and professional. I received my beautiful photos in a timely manner, and was thrilled with them. Hoping to re-hire her for holiday photos.

From Jessica R.

Aeri Photo - Film & Digital
Aeri Photo - Film & Digital
Outside of being an amazing photographer, Moses was incredibly patient and understanding as we navigated all of the nuances of our wedding. He even came up with very creative spur of the moment photo ideas that turned out amazing. Our photos were incredible - we’re extremely grateful to Moses. 10/10 recommended.

From Stephanie R.

Paula Luna | lunaphoto
Paula Luna | lunaphoto
We couldn’t be happier with our engagement and wedding photographer! She captured every moment beautifully and joy of our special day. Her professionalism and creativity made the experience truly unforgettable.

From Esme S.

Voltage Digital / Jamie Mosberg
Voltage Digital / Jamie Mosberg
Jamie was an amazing photographer very patient guy. He was a creative and very down-to-earth person. I recommend him to anybody and helped me when I needed someone last minute.

From Thumbtack Customer

Bubba-Loo Photography
Bubba-Loo Photography
Outstanding! I worked with Kelly to have photos taken for my professional chiropractic website. I wanted photos that were creative yet professional; I could not be more pleased with the finished product. The editing turnaround was quick. If you are revamping your website or starting a new one and are looking to steer clear of stock photography (which you should), hire Kelly!

From Zephanie D.

Laura Carrasco Photography
Laura Carrasco Photography
I traveled to San Diego from Texas to attend my graduation and wanted to incorporate the city in my graduation photos. Laura was so creative and friendly. She made my moment graduation trip so special by creating these amazing memories through her photography skills! Thank you so much Laura you are the best!

From Mariel M.

Brandon’s Photo & Video & Aerial drone
Brandon’s Photo & Video & Aerial drone
Brandon was very easy to work with and listened to my ideas for the shoot. We were in a great location that made it feel like a more creative shoot and I got some great photos out of it! Would definitely recommend to others!

From Juliet B.

Charly Abarca Photo
Charly Abarca Photo
Charly was a pleasure to work with, from the initial booking and paperwork stages to day-of, it was nice to have a professional and creative photographer for our wedding ceremony. Although he never got the chance to capture the beginning of our ceremony, the images and family photos captured afterwards are so beautiful! He was very patient with our group and even our dog (who was the ringBEARer). I was so happy with the finished product through his digital portfolio that I immediately sent the link to all our guests. I look forward to booking him again for a more creative (not wedding) shoot in the future!

From Ace M.

Caught By Storm Photography
Caught By Storm Photography
Throughout the whole process, Storm was terrific. He captured the aesthetic of our brand and truly brought out what we covet in our event photos to visually depict what our networking series is all about. He responds quickly, provides great value, is easy to work with, and even more importantly - takes terrific photos! I highly recommend! He brings the *ahem* perfect storm of qualities you'd want in a photographer - quality, professionalism, creativity, value, and responsiveness just to name a few. Holla at Storm for all your photography needs!

From Jessica M.

Justin Milan Photography
Justin Milan Photography
Justin was absolutely great and so accommodating for our photo shoot! He was so patient with our 2 year old daughter and his ideas for our newborn /family photoshoot were very creative. We definitely will recommend him for future family pictures.

From Gregory G.

Run On Sentences Photography
Run On Sentences Photography
I had the pleasure of working with this excellent photographer who went above and beyond to capture my proposal to my now fiancé. The photographer worked in secret for over a month with me to ensure that the moment was captured perfectly. The photographer’s professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail were truly remarkable. The photographer’s ability to work in secret for such a long time is a testament to their dedication and commitment to their craft. I would highly recommend this photographer to anyone looking for a talented and professional photographer who can capture life’s most precious moments. Any occasion. A truly remarkable experience I’ll be forever grateful for.

From An P.

Paula Luna | lunaphoto
Paula Luna | lunaphoto
Paula did our maternity photos and they turned out beautiful. I was skeptical of the area at first but Paula knew all the best spots for the best pictures. She got our pictures back to us within a week and doesn’t limit how many photos she takes like some photographers. She uwas creative and fun. We are so glad we found her to capture such a special time for us! Throughout the process she was very responsive and open to any ideas and suggestions.

From Kelly N.

Nicole Antonacci Photography
Nicole Antonacci Photography
I would recommend Nicole for her ability to make clients feel at ease, energetic vibe, and ability to foster candid photos as a passionately creative professional. My fiance and I rarely take couple photos… but after 10+ years committed and engaged last year, we decided to go ahead with an engagement photoshoot. Nicole was highly receptive to our photo ideas. She was able to capture our genuine smiles/joy, while verbalizing posing tips upon request. I am quite ecstatic to utilize her work on our Save the Dates and wedding website! Certainly consider Nicole for your photography vision & needs! - Kelly

From Sasha K.

Mameun Photography
Mameun Photography
We were so lucky to get to book Marion to shoot our wedding on a yacht in the San Diego marina. It was last minute, yet she was so responsive and friendly in the communication. On the day, Marion was such a calming presence and felt like a friend! Even though I was running late, Marion was so positive, punctual, and easy going. She was creative and proactive in her vision, and made sure to get the photos I requested, the photos she wanted, and so many photos of our guests throughout the evening. The photos turned out spectacular! And she made it very easy to access and download afterwards. I would recommend her highly. Thank you for everything, Marion!

From Rohan S.

Justin Milan Photography
Justin Milan Photography
I can't thank Justin enough for the amazing work he did capturing the most special moment of my life – my proposal! From start to finish, Justin was professional, friendly, and incredibly talented. He has an eye for detail and a knack for making moments feel natural and genuine. The photos turned out stunning – every shot beautifully framed and filled with emotion. If you're looking for a photographer who is creative, skilled, and passionate about their work, Justin is your guy. Highly recommend!

From Tracy H.

Debora Barreto Photography
Debora Barreto Photography
Deborra did a terrific job! I loved her professionalism from beginning to end. At one point, I thought she was no longer responding. But she quickly let me know she was still preparing to meet my group for the photo shoot. On the day of the photo shoot, she assessed the group and arranged some great shots. I loved her creativity and how diligently she worked to get the lighting and background right for us. Do yourself a favor and choose her to capture your memories!

From Ellie N.

Chad Hargrove Photography
Chad Hargrove Photography
I had a fantastic experience working with Chad for my Airbnb photoshoot! He was professional, creative, and really knew how to capture the essence of the space. The photos turned out beautifully—bright, inviting, and exactly what I needed to make my listing stand out. Highly recommend to any host looking to elevate their property with stunning visuals!

From Katherine D.

High V Media
High V Media
Oh my goodness!! I’ve been modeling professionally for almost a year now and I’ve had so many weird and bad experiences with photographers but Derek is amazing! I didn’t tell him I was bringing my boyfriend but he was totally cool with him being there and was very hospitable and made us both comfortable. Sometimes I can be shy when posing but he made it feel like such a safe place for creativity. He showed me the photos for my headshots as we were taking them and my breath was taken away. Super great guy and I would definitely recommend him for any project of yours.

From Rebecca T.

ImagesbyDante
ImagesbyDante
We had such a great experience with Dante! He made the photo shoot so relaxing and fun, that it felt like a date! He was super helpful when it came to teach us how to pose, and came up with so many creative poses! We cannot wait to see how our pictures turned out, because they looked INCREDIBLE from what he showed us. I highly recommend Dante for your engagement shoot!

From Emely S.

Paula Luna | lunaphoto
Paula Luna | lunaphoto
We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer to capture the most special day of our lives. From the moment we met Paula, we felt completely at ease. She was not only professional and talented but also incredibly personable, making us feel comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. The photos turned out beyond our expectations — every detail, every emotion, perfectly preserved. We especially loved how she captured the candid moments and subtle exchanges that we missed in the whirlwind of the day. Her ability to blend creativity with technical skill is unmatched. We’re so grateful to have these stunning images to relive our wedding day forever. Highly recommend Paula to anyone looking for a photographer who is both talented and truly passionate about their craft! Thank you so much Paula.
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