While some photographers use man made props, I love utilizing the space around people more to help focus in on the person/business. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and I place a lot of importance in my relationship with people to help make those magical moments mean more! I once had an event planner tell me that when it comes to the events, its the emotions and the people... I couldn't agree more!
I love being able to show people the beauty in themselves, and watching new artists and business owners see their work from a different point of view. Photography is a social art, and I love the people aspect of my job!
Overview
Hired 114 times
Background checked
1 employee
14 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2022
2017
Services offered
Photography
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Aren V.
Aug 24, 2024
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Kristine was super helpful in guiding me through my engagement and captured the surprise in brilliant fashion. She was a joy to work with.
Details: Proposal photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • I'm flexible • My home, venue, etc.
Engagement Photography
Anne O.
Nov 8, 2024
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I had an amazing experience with Kristine! She made me feel completely at ease, guiding me through poses and capturing beautiful, natural shots. Highly recommend her!
Details: Solo portrait • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • I'm flexible • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Scott S.
Dec 26, 2022
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Kristine was the PERFECT choice to capture my proposal and a follow-up engagement shoot.
She was extremely responsive and communicative and made organizing such a breeze.
When it came to the shots themselves, she made it a really fun, relaxed, and enjoyable experience. She helped us pose throughout the shoot, straightened the ring, floofed hair - she clearly cared about the details and my fiancé and I really appreciated it.
In the end, we got the photos back quickly and loved how they turned out. I am so thankful that I found Kristine, she made the whole proposal weekend more special, and we are so thrilled to have these beautiful pictures to keep forever.
Kristine is amazing - book her now!
Details: Couples portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Shanelle G.
May 24, 2024
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Working with Kristine was such a pleasure. She made my entire experience working with her from start to finish such a great experience by being so excited about our wedding with us, sharing amazing suggestions, constantly adjusting when necessary to fit my needs and so much more. She felt like family the entire time we worked together. She was very punctual, communicated everything clearly, placed my entire family at ease and made every single pose fun! We could not be happier with the quality of work she submitted back to us, literally brought us to tears how well she captured our day. Will definitely use her again in the future.
Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Indoors • Digital or online download • CD / DVD • Flash drive
Wedding and Event Photography
Catalina O.
Jul 12, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kristine was really nice to work with. She was responsive, flexible, and reasonably priced. We got some very nice engagement pictures out of our photo shoot!
Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Engagement Photography
Credentials
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Kristine Olaes
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The most important part of my process is the series of conversations we have before your event or photo session. I want to take the time to get to know you, and get an idea of your vision!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am currently enrolled with the New York Institute of Photography. They are nationally accredited, and once I graduate, I will have professional certification in photography to go with my Bachelor's in Psychology.
