Briana Gardener Photography

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Excellent 4.9

(14 reviews)

This pro delivers exceptional photo shoots, handling various subjects with ease and flexibility. Customers praise their creativity, friendliness, and responsiveness, often planning repeat sessions. Some customers share positive experiences with unconventional projects, while others appreciate the pro's punctuality and kindness towards children.

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Introduction

I studied graphic design at university and have been photographing for 13 years. My photography work has been featured by National Geographic, Vogue, Dove, Feminist, Goop, etc, and has been recognized by Siena's International Photo Awards. My experience is in portrait, product and event photography. Being photographed can be nerve-wracking, and selecting the right photographer to capture big moments can be a lot of pressure. I get it. My job as a photographer is to do my best to make sure you have the best experience possible, from working with you to plan for the photoshoot, to making sure you feel confident and relaxed in front of the camera.

Overview

Hired 31 times

Serves Washington, DC

Background checked

1 employee

11 years in business

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Featured Projects

41 photos

Family Portraits
Headshot Photography

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Kellie K.

Jun 2, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Briana was so great to work with for our engagement shoot. She made us feel so comfortable by giving us prompts that made the experience so fun. The pictures are incredible. We loved working with her!

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

Portrait Photography

Kristina T.

Jun 2, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

I hired Briana Gardener through Thumbtack for a photoshoot project for a magazine feature article with Brainz Magazine. I have my own holistic health practice: Astraea Healing Connection and the magazine intended to feature it. For the purpose of the feature, I needed to provide professional quality photographs including portrait-type photos, as well as photos highlighting my practice. Briana was very accommodating of my request and was quick to provide a list of outdoor venues in Washington, DC that would work well for the project. We settled on the Kennedy Center, and I am very glad that I picked this venue. We chose to do a morning photoshoot to avoid running into concert-goers in the afternoon. Briana was punctual and, upon arrival, we took a moment to explore the venue and choose a place to set up. This ended up being a two-part session: at first we worked on some photos highlighting my practice, then we did some portrait shots. Briana offered guidance throughout the session and made me feel comfortable and relaxed. She took a variety of photos from different angles, which highlight the work that I do, while not losing the emphasis on me as the owner of the practice. The portrait photos also show different sides who I am as a person. Once the photoshoot was done, I opted for a rush order. This meant receiving the downloads within a week. Briana was, again, able to meet my request, providing the materials exactly a week after the photoshoot. Overall, I am very pleased with my collaboration with Briana and would highly recommend her for professional photoshoots for small business owners who are looking for ways to promote their work. The quality and the diversity of the photos that I received exceeded my expectations. I am very happy with the having chosen Briana for this project.

Details: Solo portrait • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive • At the pro’s location

Portrait Photography

Emily F.

Dec 3, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Briana was such a pleasure to work with and her photos were excellent! She was so flexible in working with our toddler and we ended up getting so many memorable shots. We will definitely be seeking Briana's expertise next year!

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 • Flash drive • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Karl a.

Sep 22, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Highly recommend!! Briana took on an unorthodox Halloween portrait photo project for us and did an amazing job - she’s creative, fun, upbeat, and knows how to get the most out of introverted subjects.

Details: Solo portrait • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Home • Digital or online download • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Keti K.

Aug 26, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

Briana was fantastic. She captured all of the most perfect moments of our wedding, and wad kind, punctual, and extremely professional. Her photos were amazing, and she was incredibly friendly too. We recommend her highly for anyone wanting timeless photos of their special day.

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Finding the right photographer for your budget can be a challenge. My packages are designed to be flexible because each client's wants are unique.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Step 1: Phonecall and/or email conversation where the client shares want and creative vision. Step 2: Photoshoot! Step 3: Photos are edited and returned to the client digitally. Smaller projects are delivered in 2 weeks, larger projects in 1 month!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
10+ years of experience, college-level photography classes, co-founded a creative organization that used photography to elevate conversations around social justice

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