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About
You're not complicated; you like things straight forward and clean. I can help you with that!
I have been a professional photographer since 1985. I take great pride in working with great clients; we have fun. My photography services include corporate headshots, environmental portraiture, architecture, food, and product photography, photo retouching, and restoration. My studio (behind the Home Depot in Woodbridge) can handle small items like jewelry up to something the size of a golf cart.
I have a very diverse background in creative media, including; multi-image production, special effects, studio and location photography, graphic design, 3D, retouching and compositing, photo restoration (and archiving). This experience goes to work for you. This work is not boilerplate; every project is custom work. Teaming with someone who has the experience to know how to get you to your goal is a great benefit to you.
Professional photography, retouching, and restoration will make you glad you invested in it. We live in and age where there's an app for everything, and everyone has a "good camera." Professional photography still shines above because it's not about the camera. It's more about the lighting, and ultimately, the photographer's eye to see the shot, and their experience to troubleshoot when things go wrong or change on the fly.
Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.
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John j.
Nov 4, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mark did an amazing job of restoring a very important photo for me, and did it quickly and professionally. I would highly recommend him.
Details: Restoration • Scanning • Photos (prints) • Negatives • 1-50 • Black and white • Tears • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Mark Gilvey Creative, LLC's reply
Thank you, John, it was my pleasure. I'm working on the rest of your images and will be in touch.
Photo Editing, Scanning and Restoration
Tyrone B.
Oct 8, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mark was great!!! I needed the background to be all black, no one was able to do it, until I found Mark!! He did an excellent job & lightened up the photo!!
Details: Editing • Photos (prints) • 1-50 • Color • No damage • At the pro’s location
Photo Editing, Scanning and Restoration
Sarah W.
Jun 30, 2025
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From Google
Mark was wonderful to work with and the photos for our new store in Tyson's Corner were excellent. Highly recommend!
Mark Gilvey Creative, LLC's reply
Thank you for the wonderful words. I look forward to photographing your next store opening.
jeff C.
Apr 29, 2024
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From Google
I found Mark in a quick Google search, and since he was from Woodbridge, I just reached out to him. I really knew nothing else at that point but as it turns out, I was quite fortunate to have selected him for my job. Mark was exceptional throughout the entire process. He came out to take a look at the job and advise me on things I should do in preparation for the shoot. We selected a day, and he arrived at 6:00 am to get set up in order to catch the morning light. Watching him work, I was immediately struck by his attention to detail. He photographed every possible angle and even used a 25 foot telescoping tripod. I received my finished photos today, and they were better than I couldve imagined. Mark is a true professional, and I highly recommend him for any of your real estate photography needs.
Mark Gilvey Creative, LLC's reply
Thank you for your kind words. Good luck with your sale.
Jamie S.
Apr 27, 2024
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From Google
Mark was wonderful to work with - he was attentive to every detail, extremely communicative, and very personable. Mark captured every detail of our special event at the National Museum of the Marine Corps and really went above and beyond to make sure everything was in place. I am thrilled with the product I received and couldnt be happier. Thank you!!
Mark Gilvey Creative, LLC's reply
Thank you Jamie, it was my honor.
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
It all depends on the client. This isn't a cookie cutter business. Everything is on a per project basis. Custom work.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Find out what they need. Contact them requesting more information, make an estimate, get it signed and downpayment if necessary, work on project and communicate status with client, complete project and bill for balance. Get paid. Follow up with client.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I attend online and local seminars about Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign and others annually. I also have an Associates degree from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh for Specialized Technology: Photography and Multi-Media 1985.
