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About
Hello! I'm John Hawkins, the proud owner of Tack Sharp Images LLC.
Based in Richmond, VA, I bring over a decade of experience and passion to the art of photography. At Tack Sharp Images, I specialize in creating timeless memories through a variety of services, including:
Headshots: High-end retouching for a professional edge.
Portraits: From individuals to families, creating images that tell your story.
Engagements: Highlighting the joy and connection of your journey together.
Whether it's an intimate session or a large-scale event, my goal is to deliver stunning results that exceed your expectations. Let me help you preserve your most treasured moments with creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Overview
Hired 73 times
Serves Richmond, VA
Background checked
1 employee
5 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
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2022
Services offered
Photoshoot type
Photography style
Traditional
Candid
Artistic
Natural
Photoshoot location
Outdoors
Home
Office
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Wilma C.
Jan 20, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
The photographer was awesome! We are very pleased with the pictures of my daughter’s surprise 40th birthday. Tack Sharp did a fantastic job. I definitely recommend his service and I most definitely will use him again.
Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Home • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Stacie F.
May 17, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Our experience with John was amazing. We had such a blast shooting our engagement photos and laughing a lot while he gave us different locations to pose in. He is a very professional, kind, go with the flow, and honest person to work with. He stayed in touch about everything we needed to know and worked around the location for good shots. I am excited to see our final photos after having so much fun working with him.
Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • CD / DVD • Online or digital proofs and prints • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Engagement Photography
Monique R.
Nov 6, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had the pleasure of working with John from Tack Sharp Images for our fall family photos, and I cannot praise his photography skills enough. John is not just a good photographer; he is truly outstanding in every way.
From the moment we met, it was evident that John was a professional who knows his craft. He captured our fall photos with such precision and creativity that every image was like a work of art. The autumn colors and the essence of the season were beautifully brought to life through his lens.
What truly sets John apart is his ability to work with even the most unpredictable subjects. We have a spirited toddler and an excitable puppy, both of whom can be quite a handful, but John's patience and skill in handling them were remarkable. He effortlessly coaxed the best expressions and moments from our little one and our furry friend, resulting in heartwarming, genuine shots that we will cherish forever.
Furthermore, John's flexibility was a lifesaver. We had to reschedule our session due to unexpected rainy weather, and he accommodated us without any fuss. This level of professionalism, combined with his friendly and approachable demeanor, made the entire experience a pleasure.
Perhaps one of the most impressive aspects of working with John was his quick turnaround time. We received our edited photos in record time, and the quality was nothing short of breathtaking. Every image was a testament to his keen eye for detail, and the investment was worth every penny.
In conclusion, I can confidently say that we will not hesitate to book John from Tack Sharp Images again for our photography needs. His talent, professionalism, and friendly disposition make him a standout photographer, and we are grateful for the memories he has immortalized through his camera lens. If you're looking for an exceptional photographer, John is the one to choose.
Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Home • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Aaron P.
Dec 12, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Thank you so much for such an awesome experience. From start to finish John was professional, courteous and most importantly, talented! He really has an eye for photography. The raw photos were amazing, and the finished product?? Out of this world! 100/100 would recommend! He even highlighted our melanin tones, without oversaturating them~
Details: Couples portrait • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Danelle W.
Jul 17, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
John was very professional and very helpful in direction of how to pose!! I would definitely recommend him to others, my pictures came out beautifully!!🥰🥰
Details: Maternity portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Photo studio • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location
Tack Sharp Images's reply
Thank you again for allowing me the opportunity to capture your special time, and thank you for your review.
Portrait Photography
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John Hawkins
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First we'd like to have a conversation with you either in person, video chat, or telephone so that we can get to know you and what you're looking for even if you're not sure what that is. By doing so we can establish a starting point for your session and ensure you get exactly what you're looking for.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I started learning landscape photography 8 years ago to document the many places I visited while traveling for my job back then. I bought my first entry level DSLR before my son was born and learned real quick that photographing kids can be very difficult. But as he grew my experience and passion for photography grew.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Make sure the photographers starting price for what you are looking for is within your project budget before requesting availability. Since pros have to pay for every inquiry please restrict your requests to pros you really want to work with first. If your session needs to happen on a specific day and time only select that day and time in your initial request because if a photographer is booked that time will not show them as being available on the app. Make sure to include as many details about what you are looking to have done even if you are unsure about what you would like done include that your description.
