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About
I’m very professional and also fun to work with! I pull out your personality during the shoot for even the shyest of persons.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 75 times
Serves Hamden, CT
Background checked
2 employees
8 years in business
Business hours
This pro hasn't listed their business hours.
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pro status
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2023
2022
Services offered
Headshot type
Photoshoot location
Photo studio
Outdoors
Office
Home
Physical copies
Physical proofs and prints
Album or photo book
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
44 reviews
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Krystal B.
Apr 17, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
A+ experience with Marieta! She’s personable, kind, professional and produces quality work! I received my headshots within 24hours. THANK YOU!
Details: Professional / business • Photo studio • 1 person • At the pro’s location
Headshot Photography
Victor B.
Jan 31, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I call her the MVP for a reason. I needed photos done quickly. She came through in the clutch and created a win for me. She had a great vibe, and the photos were top quality. Very professional, punctual, and knowledgeable. I would use her again and strongly recommend to anyone.
Details: Solo portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Photo studio • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Shayla C.
May 31, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I would highly recommend Merieta! She is an amazing professional. Her personality is very warm and I felt so comfortable with her, which is big because I can be very camera shy. Highly recommend her to capture your important moments.
Details: Graduation portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Molly H.
1 month ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Marieta was excellent! Quick response with communication, very personable, fit right in with the crowd. The event was a family reunion.
I highly recommend!
Details: Reunion • 25 - 49 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints • Album or photo book
Wedding and Event Photography
Joshua R.
Feb 8, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Merieta is at the very top of the photography game! Getting my headshots done by her was a fully pleasant experience-
an oftentimes awkward situation made totally comfortable by a personable and friendly professional. Will be using her for future photo shoots!
Details: Acting • I'm flexible • 1 person • Digital or online download • Flash drive • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Headshot Photography
Credentials
Background Check
Merieta Bayati
FAQs
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was personally trained in the mechanics of photography by another great photographer and I have much training in many editing software such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I owned an event space and saw the need for photographing events. More and more ppl began to ask me to take photos and almost 4 yrs later I’m doing it full-time.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Realtors, business owners, clothing designers, families, influencers, therapists and more
