Alison Kelly Photography

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Photo Frequency Card: $30 off for each photo session or event that you have with Alison Kelly Photography!~ Are you ready to hire the right photographer right now? I am professional, interactive, enthusiastic, passionate, and provide unique customer care. Communication begins from the first contact until your images are delivered. I am ready to have your photos captured so that you can cherish them for your family and friends! It's amazing to see the expressions on someone's face at a surprise proposal or any event. I capture a variety of family photo sessions and events including birthday parties, bridal showers, baby showers, anniversaries, and engagement parties. If you are having an outdoor portrait session, it's good to have some places in mind of where you want your memories captured. Ready to have a frequent photographer card? What is that ? The more we work together , the more we both benefit . Each session or event is discounted with a dollar amount and then with % if you finish the card . I look forward to establishing a working relationship with you ! Sincerely, Alison Kelly

Overview

Hired 75 times

Serves Carle Place, NY

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1 employee

12 years in business

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

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Wedding

Birthday party

Corporate event

Bridal or baby shower

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

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Patricia S.

3 days ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

I used Alison Kelly for my save the date pictures. First off she was extremely responsive and provided great communication when arranging a date to do our photos. We originally wanted the sunset but the weather refused to Cooperate, which was totally ok because we made the absolute best out of taking these photos by the beach! THEY CAME OUT BEAUTIFUL!!! See for yourslef!!! AMAZING work!!! I’m so happy! (Thank you again Alison Kelly!)

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Candid • Natural or environmental • Traditional posed • Outdoors • One location • My home, venue, etc.

Alison Kelly Photography's reply

Dear Patricia , It was my pleasure to capture memories for your save the date photos at the beach . We did make the best out of it even though the weather did not cooperate without a sunset . Thank you so much for your wonderful review ! I greatly appreciate it . I look forward to our next photo session or event . Sincerely , Alison Kelly

Engagement Photography

Cristina L.

May 7, 2018

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Alison did a great job shooting my engagement photos. We loved how they came out. She’s very responsive and sent us our finished photos very quickly. Thank you Alison’

Details: Traditional / classic style (looking directly at the camera) • Candid style (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental style (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • One location • 11 - 20 shots • Online or digital proofs and prints • $ (basic) • The engagement photographer travels to me

Alison Kelly Photography's reply

Hi Cristina! Thank you so much for taking the time to submit a review from your beach engagement session . I enjoyed capturing your special moments and hope to see you again for another session or event . I’m so happy you are delighted with the photos that you can cherish . :) Sincerely , Alison Kelly

Engagement Photography

Mariel F.

May 7, 2022

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Alison was so great to work with! She photographed my engagement photoshoot and we love the pictures. We will be using them for our save the dates! Her work is very professional, focused, and she a carry’s a calm demeanor.

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Artful composition and lighting • Natural or environmental • Traditional posed • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Alison Kelly Photography's reply

Dear Mariel, It was great to meet you and Aaron for your engagement photo session. I am so delighted that you are happy with your photos and you can select images for your save the date cards! I look forward to working with you again. Sincerely, Alison Kelly

Engagement Photography

Nicole G.

Sep 23, 2016

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Alison did such a wonderful job capturing my sister in laws baby shower. My family at first told me it was a bit "ridiculous" to hire a photographer but I am so happy I did. Actually we are all happy that Alison was there. When you are hosting an event it's stressful and it goes by very quickly. Alison arrived in the midst of us setting up and we were rushing to get the room in order and she offered to lend a hand. There was a calming presence about her and it was a relief to know the pictures were under control and I didn't have to worry. She captured every detail that went into the preparation of the room: welcome table, the onesie line, headband making station, cake cutting etc...I had asked her to take candid photographs mostly so we could look back at the day. It was done beautifully. Additionally Alison took group pictures and made sure all immediate family members were photographed. The turn around time was less than 48 hours with close to 300 pictures. I look forward to working with Alison again, she did an excellent job.

Alison Kelly Photography's reply

Hi Nicole! I am so glad that you decided to hire me. It was less stressful for you with the organization you worked so hard to do. I enjoyed capturing memories for your sister n'laws baby shower. All of the activities were wonderful ! I hope to capture memories for you again . ~Alison Kelly

Wedding and Event Photography

Althea H.

Nov 8, 2016

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Hired on Thumbtack

Alison is wonderful. She asked questions and made suggestions before the event so that she could capture the right shots. She was unobtrusive and obliging throughout the event, moving through the room and getting shots of all of our guests and all of the key moments. She produced a lovely mix of candid and posed shots. Her work is wonderful -- the joy of our event and our guests totally came through in her pictures. It was terrific to have Alison photograph this momentous event for us.

Alison Kelly Photography's reply

Hi Althea! Thank you for your wonderful review . You organized a a terrific party for your father n' law and I was delighted to capture all of these special moments throughout the evening. I hope to photograph another event for you in the future. Sincerely, Alison Kelly :)

Wedding and Event Photography

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Remember to inquire about promotions. Discounts include dollar amounts off your events and referrals from family and friends. If you are a repeat client, you also receive a discount per hour. I capture memories for mostly birthday parties, baby showers, pre-wedding events, band events family reunions, and photo sessions starting at 2 years or older. Standard event Packages are on my website: I offer Basic Portrait Session with options and Invitation/Announcement packages as well. alisonkellyphotography.com Kindly remember that I look at your photos several times and work at post processing. I spend time with your photos to make sure you are completely satisfied ! That time is partially included in your quote.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Discuss the event and what the client's needs are... what photos are needed, who will be there, what services are needed/how the photos will be delivered, prints or flash drive, digital download and editing; how many guests will be attending event or photo shoot. Why hire Alison Kelly Photography? I provide quality photos, quality customer care, I am accommodating, flexible, and interactive. I capture memories for you, your family, and friends to cherish for a lifetime! Photography has become more than a hobby. It is a passion to see through the lens, learn about myself, people, and the world around me. It's amazing to see the expressions on someone's face at a surprise event, photo session, birthday party, bridal shower, baby shower, or engagement! I am a Long Island based event event and portrait photographer, servicing clients in Nassau and Suffolk counties. I may travel within the boroughs of New York City. I'm proud of my accomplishments, such as my reviews from clients on Thumbtack, Facebook, and Google. I obtained my licenses from the New York Institute of Photography. I communicate well with children and families. This is essential with my main career of teaching. I have chosen to do photography as well so that I can enjoy my other passion in life ! PHOTOGRAPHY The products/services I provide are digital download, editing, ordering prints online, and creating photo albums. I can also place your images onto a flash drive. Feel free to contact me to inquire about any questions you have about your photo session or event :) Sincerely, Alison Kelly I look forward to capturing your memories !
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have three licenses: Professional Course in Digital Photography, Portrait Photography, Business, and Videography. I take videos for bands only. I may do some video clips upon request with a disclaimer about audio or may not guarantee editing. The courses were taken at New York Institute of Photography. In the year 2015, I had a seasonal job at JC Penney Portrait Studio.