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About
I listen to what my clients want and I try to make an honest effort to give them the results they want with complete satisfaction. I'm professional but personal. I also offer several discounts, if you pay with cash, are a referral from a client, don't need quick delivery of photos, or if you simply just like my work and really want to work with me.
I can also add these features to any photo if needed:
-smooth skin
-whiten teeth
-edit objects out of a photo
-cover blemishes
-brighten eyes
I enjoy the challenge of working in a fast-paced industry where I get the opportunity to meet new people and experience new things. I would love to work with you to help capture you or your next event!
Overview
Hired 9 times
Background checked
1 employee
16 years in business
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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Stripe, and Venmo.
Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.
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Avik N.
Sep 18, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
It was really great working with Mike where he covered the 1st birthday party for my daughter,. This was indeed a special occasion for us with friends and family. Mike arrived well ahead of time and took some great candid shots of us and also with all the guests that arrived. He has very patient and took some great shots of all and especially the children. He has taken some great pictures and shared with us the best of the lot. All my guests loved his work and in future again will love to work with Mike. Thank you.
Details: Birthday party • 26 - 50 people • Indoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive • $$ (standard) • Party host • Under $250
Mike Schalk Photography's reply
Thank you Avik! I loved the balloons you had, they really made the room look great. I appreciate the review and hope I get to work with you again soon.
Wedding and Event Photography
Lydia T.
Aug 30, 2018
I have followed Mike on social media for a while and I liked the way he photographs and does head shots. He works with your schedule and makes you feel very comfortable. He really goes along with anything and helps you pick out your outfits/accessories/decor. He also has a lot of pointers to help you get the perfect shots. He has a studio, but also shoots anywhere you want. He knows the perfect angles and will direct you for the shots if you don't know what you are doing.:) Mike is very patient and when he was taking pictures of our son was using his special tricks to make him smile. I am very happy with my portraits and my husband will be able to use his head shots for his business page. You can also hire Mike to shoot an event, such as a birthday party. Mike was a pleasure to work with!
Mike Schalk Photography's reply
Thank you Lydia! It was so fun to work with you, the shots turned out great.
Michael D.
Aug 2, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mike was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend to anyone who needs a photographer for their corporate event. He captured the shots that were needed and delivered photos in a very timely manner. Mike jumped in and shot 2 different events in 2 days for us. From beginning to end my experience with Mike was top notch.
Details: Corporate event • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors • Digital or online download
Mike Schalk Photography's reply
I loved this event! Facebook provided a lot of great info to the community and these events are tremendously helpful to business owners and people wanting to utilize Facebooks tools. Thanks so much Michael.
Wedding and Event Photography
Jay k.
Dec 1, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mike was absolutely fantastic. We hired him for a P&G event. He took over 700 headshots for us and they were high quality. Very pleased with his work - highly recommend!
Details: Professional / business • Office • 21 - 50 people • No outfit changes • 1 - 5 shots • Professional use • LinkedIn profile • Digital or online download • The headshot photographer travels to me
Mike Schalk Photography's reply
Thank you so much Jay, it was so nice working with you and Ram. P&G takes great care of their employees and I can't wait for our next project together!
Headshot Photography
Alicen F.
Feb 5, 2018
Mike rocks at all things around photography - quick to reply and advise best options, unbeatable pricing and quality of work, cool and so kind at the venue and great job being in the background so picture taking was seamless. Will def partner with Mike Schalk Photography again, it's a no brainer!
Mike Schalk Photography's reply
Thanks for the review Alicen, I always have fun working with you!
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Michael Schalk
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When working with a new client, I start by opening the communication via email or a quick phone conversation. This gives me a good idea as to what my client wants. We identify their needs and work out a plan together.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Event Photography for several different non-profits. Wedding Photography for 5 years and 7 years of portraiture work.
