A Family Affair Photography Reviews

Name: A Family Affair Photography
Address: 711 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98418
Telephone: 2539705689
Rating: 4.6

A Family Affair Photography

Tacoma, WA

View more information

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 rating

20 Reviews

91% recommend it

Write a review

Quality of service
4.6 out of 5 rating
Average response time
4.6 out of 5 rating
Professionalism
4.5 out of 5 rating
Value
4.5 out of 5 rating
Flexibility
4.7 out of 5 rating

Write a review

Awards

Sort by:

Vicki Sent on 09/23/2014

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Very professional and the photos are amazing!! Such a reasonable price. I highly recommend

Very professional and the photos are amazing!! Such a reasonable price. I highly recommend
Heather Sent on 04/23/2014

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Great people to work with! Super pleased so far with the few photos that I have seen!

Great people to work with! Super pleased so far with the few photos that I have seen!
Amanda Sent on 12/01/2011

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Monica & Sonny were wonderful! They arrived exactly when they said they would and took all the pictures that I requested, even silly ones like pictures of the socks that I purchased for my guys with their "job" in the wedding, they took tons of pictures and edited them well. They were very flexible with my budget and with what I truly wanted. They designed a package for me based on their basic package. Was a wonderful value! We also get the copyright to my pictures which makes me very happy. I want to be able to view all my pictures without the word proof on top of them. Along with the editing of my pictures they are also posting them on a secure website for purchase by family and friends, boy do they look amazing! Definitely recommend them!

Monica & Sonny were wonderful! They arrived exactly when they said they would and took all the pictures that I requested, even silly ones like pictures of the socks that I purchased for my guys with their "job" in the wedding, they took tons of pictures and edited them well. They were very flexible with my budget and with what I truly wanted. They designed a package for me based on their basic package. Was a wonderful value! We also get the copyright to my pictures which makes me very happy. I want to be able to view all my pictures without the word proof on top of them. Along with the editing of my pictures they are also posting them on a secure website for purchase by family and friends, boy do they look amazing! Definitely recommend them!

Are you interested?

Send a message

User1436268 Sent on 11/13/2013

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Monica and Sonny are the most relaxed, fun, and compassionate people to work with. They are phenomenal friends and it has been a privilege to work with them!

Monica and Sonny are the most relaxed, fun, and compassionate people to work with. They are phenomenal friends and it has been a privilege to work with them!
Miranda Sent on 11/10/2010

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
They were great, met all photography needs.

They were great, met all photography needs.
Jodi Sent on 10/03/2010

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Monica was amazing! She went over and above to capture the essence of us! Our photos were incredible, priced right, and we received them very quickly! Thank you so very much!

Monica was amazing! She went over and above to capture the essence of us! Our photos were incredible, priced right, and we received them very quickly! Thank you so very much!
Alexandra Sent on 07/26/2010

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was very small. Most wedding photographers were going to charge us simply based on the fact that it was considered a "wedding", however Family Affair Photography worked with us and made us feel like our wedding was special no matter what size. They talked to us asking us different questions to make sure we got what we wanted. I found them by coincidence but am so happy with my luck. I would suggest them to anyone looking for quality pictures.

Our wedding was very small. Most wedding photographers were going to charge us simply based on the fact that it was considered a "wedding", however Family Affair Photography worked with us and made us feel like our wedding was special no matter what size. They talked to us asking us different questions to make sure we got what we wanted. I found them by coincidence but am so happy with my luck. I would suggest them to anyone looking for quality pictures.
Sarah Sent on 11/24/2009

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Monica is so sweet, she worked with us on our budget and she gave us some fantastic photographs! I already recommened her to my BF who is getting married 2011. We will be using only Monica from now on for our photography and family portraits

Monica is so sweet, she worked with us on our budget and she gave us some fantastic photographs! I already recommened her to my BF who is getting married 2011. We will be using only Monica from now on for our photography and family portraits
Jenna Sent on 05/02/2010

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
They are very affordable and very quick in getting your pictures out!

They are very affordable and very quick in getting your pictures out!
Nicole Sent on 08/06/2009

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
OMG, I just got my photos back and I CRIED! They were tears of joy as they were more beautiful than I had imagined. Monica & Sonny were everywhere yet I wasn't aware of them getting around as much as they did.

When we first interviewed them, I only met Monica and she was very quiet, I was hoping to have someone a bit more -- I'm not sure bubbly or artsy. Don't let her grandma appearance and demeaner fool you, she ROCKS! We didn't get to meet Sonny until day of the wedding because his outside work and ours didn't mesh. Sonny is also ROCKS. They make you feel comfortable and relaxed.

Great quality in my photos, always responded to my e-mails or phone calls, very professional and they blend in with the wedding guests, VALUE for sure - try to get TWO photographers of their caliber for the rate they charge anywhere else and yes, they were flexible in offering payment plans and working wth my budget.

THANK-YOU Family Affair, I will always charish my wedding photos and it's possible because of you. Oh, ask them about DJ's and florist, they lead me to some wonderful wedding vendors.

OMG, I just got my photos back and I CRIED! They were tears of joy as they were more beautiful than I had imagined. Monica & Sonny were everywhere yet I wasn't aware of them getting around as much as they did.

When we first interviewed them, I only met Monica and she was very quiet, I was hoping to have someone a bit more -- I'm not sure bubbly or artsy. Don't let her grandma appearance and demeaner fool you, she ROCKS! We didn't get to meet Sonny until day of the wedding because his outside work and ours didn't mesh. Sonny is also ROCKS. They make you feel comfortable and relaxed.

Great quality in my photos, always responded to my e-mails or phone calls, very professional and they blend in with the wedding guests, VALUE for sure - try to get TWO photographers of their caliber for the rate they charge anywhere else and yes, they were flexible in offering payment plans and working wth my budget.

THANK-YOU Family Affair, I will always charish my wedding photos and it's possible because of you. Oh, ask them about DJ's and florist, they lead me to some wonderful wedding vendors.
Kat Sent on 04/28/2009

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Sonny & Monica were wonderful! They worked within my budget and allowed me to make a payments. Then the day of the wedding they were professional and friendly, rhwy were fun to have with us. The best part were the photos we got back. Every detail and special moment, and things I didn't get to see were all photogrAphed just the way I had imagined, the photos awq priceless! I HIGHLY recommend Family Affair Photography.

Sonny & Monica were wonderful! They worked within my budget and allowed me to make a payments. Then the day of the wedding they were professional and friendly, rhwy were fun to have with us. The best part were the photos we got back. Every detail and special moment, and things I didn't get to see were all photogrAphed just the way I had imagined, the photos awq priceless! I HIGHLY recommend Family Affair Photography.
Mj Sent on 11/24/2008

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Sonny and Monica came HIGHLY recommended to me by my friend Julie. They were everything I was told. They were easy going, on the spot for every memorable photo. They treated every single one of our guest with respect and we had some challenging guests! THANK-YOU to Monica & Sonny for all they did!

Sonny and Monica came HIGHLY recommended to me by my friend Julie. They were everything I was told. They were easy going, on the spot for every memorable photo. They treated every single one of our guest with respect and we had some challenging guests! THANK-YOU to Monica & Sonny for all they did!
Laren Sent on 11/26/2008

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
Thank you for the opportunity to write a review, because because the photos meant so much to me. I must confess that for months leading up to the wedding I was starting to regret the idea of a traditional church wedding on a very low budget and all the work involved. By the time the wedding actually arrived I was in tears with stress and all I could think was "WHY DID I DO THIS TRADITIONAL CATHOLIC WEDDING?" I just kept saying to myself and family that I should have gone to the courthouse and made it as simple as possible. The day of the wedding I made the most of it but I still just didn't feel as though the traditional route was the right way to go.

WHEN I GOT THE PICTURES THAT MONICA AND SONNY TOOK AND ALL CHANGED!!!!!!!!!!!! As I looked through the photos I instantly knew that I truly had the wedding of my dreams. It may have been a lot of work but, it was all worth it because of the photography that Monica and Sonny provided. The two of them did such an excellent - AMAZING job! I love to scrapbook and I will create an album that I can show my kids and grandkids one day. Looking back at it now I am so happy with the wedding and even more content with the photos. I don't know how to thank them enough for giving me beautiful memories that will last a lifetime! I just wanted you both to know how appreciated and talented they are! Thanks again for everything! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND FAMILY AFFAIR PHOTOGRAPHY!

Thank you for the opportunity to write a review, because because the photos meant so much to me. I must confess that for months leading up to the wedding I was starting to regret the idea of a traditional church wedding on a very low budget and all the work involved. By the time the wedding actually arrived I was in tears with stress and all I could think was "WHY DID I DO THIS TRADITIONAL CATHOLIC WEDDING?" I just kept saying to myself and family that I should have gone to the courthouse and made it as simple as possible. The day of the wedding I made the most of it but I still just didn't feel as though the traditional route was the right way to go.

WHEN I GOT THE PICTURES THAT MONICA AND SONNY TOOK AND ALL CHANGED!!!!!!!!!!!! As I looked through the photos I instantly knew that I truly had the wedding of my dreams. It may have been a lot of work but, it was all worth it because of the photography that Monica and Sonny provided. The two of them did such an excellent - AMAZING job! I love to scrapbook and I will create an album that I can show my kids and grandkids one day. Looking back at it now I am so happy with the wedding and even more content with the photos. I don't know how to thank them enough for giving me beautiful memories that will last a lifetime! I just wanted you both to know how appreciated and talented they are! Thanks again for everything! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND FAMILY AFFAIR PHOTOGRAPHY!
Sarah Sent on 07/29/2008

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
I could not be happier with the service I received from Family Affair Photography! They did an amazing job on my pictures and were such a nice husband and wife team! They worked with us on pricing because we were was on a budget and I am so thankful for their kindness. I had a bad experience with a different photography who did my engagement pictures, so I was a little worried about what to expect from them, but they did a wonderful job! I have already recommended them to one of my friends who just got engaged!

I could not be happier with the service I received from Family Affair Photography! They did an amazing job on my pictures and were such a nice husband and wife team! They worked with us on pricing because we were was on a budget and I am so thankful for their kindness. I had a bad experience with a different photography who did my engagement pictures, so I was a little worried about what to expect from them, but they did a wonderful job! I have already recommended them to one of my friends who just got engaged!
Nicole Sent on 02/22/2008

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
THIS WAS SUCH A SPECIAL DAY FOR ME AND THANKS TO FAMILY AFFAIR PHOTOGRAPHY IT WAS ALL BEAUTIFULLY CAPTURED FOR ME. FROM PICTURES OF THE BRIDAL PARTY GETTING MARRIED TO THE VERY END OF THE RECEPTION THEY WERE EVERYWHERE!!!THERE IS NOT ONE PART OF MY WEDDING OR RECEPTION THAT THEY MISSED AND I AM SO VERY GRATEFUL THAT THEY WERE A PART OF IT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY, THEY ALSO MADE THE MOST WONDERFUL SLIDESHOW OF THE GROOM AND I. THEY DID SUCH AN AWSOME JOB WE ARE NOW RETURNING TO THEM(NOT EVEN A MONTH LATER) FOR MY DADS 50TH BIRTHDAY PARTY. THE PRICE WAS BETTER THAN ANY OUT THERE AND THE QUALITY AND EFFORT GOES WAY BEYOND WHAT I HOPED FOR.

THIS WAS SUCH A SPECIAL DAY FOR ME AND THANKS TO FAMILY AFFAIR PHOTOGRAPHY IT WAS ALL BEAUTIFULLY CAPTURED FOR ME. FROM PICTURES OF THE BRIDAL PARTY GETTING MARRIED TO THE VERY END OF THE RECEPTION THEY WERE EVERYWHERE!!!THERE IS NOT ONE PART OF MY WEDDING OR RECEPTION THAT THEY MISSED AND I AM SO VERY GRATEFUL THAT THEY WERE A PART OF IT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY, THEY ALSO MADE THE MOST WONDERFUL SLIDESHOW OF THE GROOM AND I. THEY DID SUCH AN AWSOME JOB WE ARE NOW RETURNING TO THEM(NOT EVEN A MONTH LATER) FOR MY DADS 50TH BIRTHDAY PARTY. THE PRICE WAS BETTER THAN ANY OUT THERE AND THE QUALITY AND EFFORT GOES WAY BEYOND WHAT I HOPED FOR.
Mj Sent on 04/21/2008

5 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough good things about Sonny & Monica, they were respectful, they were always prompt, they made us laugh and helped us so we weren't so nervous for the formals, they blended in with our family and guests. We heard nothing but positive reviews from those who were at our wedding. The photographs were wonderful and told the story of our wedding without missing a beat. I can't utter one complaint. They did everything I expected and MORE! Thank you for saving all my wonderful wedding day memories!

I can't say enough good things about Sonny & Monica, they were respectful, they were always prompt, they made us laugh and helped us so we weren't so nervous for the formals, they blended in with our family and guests. We heard nothing but positive reviews from those who were at our wedding. The photographs were wonderful and told the story of our wedding without missing a beat. I can't utter one complaint. They did everything I expected and MORE! Thank you for saving all my wonderful wedding day memories!
Lisa Sent on 11/25/2008

4.8 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  4.5 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  4.5 out of 5 rating
- Value
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
For the price that I was charged and the quality of the photos I was very happy with A Family Affair Photography. It was my first encounter with professional photographers. When my sister-in-law got married they made themselves available, and I do mean available! They drove all the way to Cannon Beach (4-5 hour drive) to take photos. They did such a wonderful job at that wedding that when my sister got married two months later they were booked for that job too. They were professional, they gave us options on when they could show up and what services they could offer. And when we threw something extra at them, like taking group photos of all our out of town guests, they were more than up for it. I appreciated how special they made me feel, and that they seemed so happy to be a part of my day. A Big Thank You to A Family Affair Photography!

For the price that I was charged and the quality of the photos I was very happy with A Family Affair Photography. It was my first encounter with professional photographers. When my sister-in-law got married they made themselves available, and I do mean available! They drove all the way to Cannon Beach (4-5 hour drive) to take photos. They did such a wonderful job at that wedding that when my sister got married two months later they were booked for that job too. They were professional, they gave us options on when they could show up and what services they could offer. And when we threw something extra at them, like taking group photos of all our out of town guests, they were more than up for it. I appreciated how special they made me feel, and that they seemed so happy to be a part of my day. A Big Thank You to A Family Affair Photography!
Tamela Sent on 08/22/2012

4.7 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  4.5 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  5.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  4.5 out of 5 rating
- Value
  4.5 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  5.0 out of 5 rating
We love family affair photography!! They were there on time and very helpful on how to pose and how to get comfortable in front of the camera:) They got all of the poses we wanted and then some!! We were suppose to have monica and sonny, but sonny couldn't make it so they sent in another couple sharon and randy. Which was really nice so we got three photographers for the price of two:) They were very nice and awesome photographers! You will not go wrong with them! We are sure glad we found them:)

We love family affair photography!! They were there on time and very helpful on how to pose and how to get comfortable in front of the camera:) They got all of the poses we wanted and then some!! We were suppose to have monica and sonny, but sonny couldn't make it so they sent in another couple sharon and randy. Which was really nice so we got three photographers for the price of two:) They were very nice and awesome photographers! You will not go wrong with them! We are sure glad we found them:)
Shar Sent on 02/16/2012

1.3 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  1.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  1.5 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  1.5 out of 5 rating
- Value
  0.5 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  2.0 out of 5 rating
Horrible photo coverage for our wedding. Monica sat in the pew the whole wedding so that the angle was the same in all the shots. The white balance was off and the pictures were out of focus. Many shots were only one of the scene so that the picture was with closed eyes or out of focus. I contacted to get a refund and was told it was my fault the pics were horrible.
Mine look nothing like the ones on their website or blog. They must have purchased stock photos to place on their site to sucker customers into using them. My wedding is Shar and matt... on the blog feel free to email me for more info. firstltshar@yahoo.com

Horrible photo coverage for our wedding. Monica sat in the pew the whole wedding so that the angle was the same in all the shots. The white balance was off and the pictures were out of focus. Many shots were only one of the scene so that the picture was with closed eyes or out of focus. I contacted to get a refund and was told it was my fault the pics were horrible.
Mine look nothing like the ones on their website or blog. They must have purchased stock photos to place on their site to sucker customers into using them. My wedding is Shar and matt... on the blog feel free to email me for more info. firstltshar@yahoo.com
Jessica Sent on 07/24/2015

0.4 out of 5 rating
- Quality of service
  1.0 out of 5 rating
- Average response time
  0.0 out of 5 rating
- Professionalism
  0.0 out of 5 rating
- Value
  0.0 out of 5 rating
- Flexibility
  1.0 out of 5 rating
It has been 2 months since my wedding and I not only do not have any access to my wedding photos, but they have completely stopped responding to my emails regarding access. At first they only responded to me once a week. Then after giving me a passcode that did not work and I haven't heard from them since. They also left a tripod at my venue and still have not picked it up from my mother. I'm not sure what my photos will look like but their service has been completely unprofessional. Even before my wedding, they made no effort whatsoever to get to know me and what I wanted. I booked them back in August and did not see or hear from them again until my wedding. Who knows when (if) i'll ever get my photos but I don't think a bride should ever have to beg for her wedding photos. Ridiculous....

UPDATE: Got my photos... THEY. WERE. TERRIBLE!!!!! Absolutely NOTHING like they advertise. Monica and an assistant shot my wedding and all the photos that Monica took - the one who is supposed to be the professional here - were beyond terrible. The lighting was awful, everyone has blinding white shiny faces. The angles and frames are ugly. The colors are way off. They physically just look lazily taken and very poorly edited. The ones her assistant took are beautiful so kudos to the assistant for actually getting some usable photos. And to top it all off, Monica clearly did not listen to anything I wanted because NONE of the shots I specifically asked for - like my husbands face when he saw me for the first time - got taken. I am absolutely devastated.

It has been 2 months since my wedding and I not only do not have any access to my wedding photos, but they have completely stopped responding to my emails regarding access. At first they only responded to me once a week. Then after giving me a passcode that did not work and I haven't heard from them since. They also left a tripod at my venue and still have not picked it up from my mother. I'm not sure what my photos will look like but their service has been completely unprofessional. Even before my wedding, they made no effort whatsoever to get to know me and what I wanted. I booked them back in August and did not see or hear from them again until my wedding. Who knows when (if) i'll ever get my photos but I don't think a bride should ever have to beg for her wedding photos. Ridiculous....

UPDATE: Got my photos... THEY. WERE. TERRIBLE!!!!! Absolutely NOTHING like they advertise. Monica and an assistant shot my wedding and all the photos that Monica took - the one who is supposed to be the professional here - were beyond terrible. The lighting was awful, everyone has blinding white shiny faces. The angles and frames are ugly. The colors are way off. They physically just look lazily taken and very poorly edited. The ones her assistant took are beautiful so kudos to the assistant for actually getting some usable photos. And to top it all off, Monica clearly did not listen to anything I wanted because NONE of the shots I specifically asked for - like my husbands face when he saw me for the first time - got taken. I am absolutely devastated.