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• Jennifer S. Sent on 02/14/2024
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  No one else I would have had capture Our Day!!

  Christina is THE wedding photographer! She was the one vendor I knew was a no brainer. She made my husband and myself feel so comfortable! She did our engagement pics as well. Neither of us enjoy our pictures taken nor do we feel photogenic… with Christina none of that matters, as she would say “just trust me” trust we did and dang our pictures are gorgeous!!! She absolutely knows what she’s doing and in my opinion is the BEST there is!

  Christina is THE wedding photographer! She was the one vendor I knew was a no brainer. She made my husband and myself feel so comfortable! She did our engagement pics as well. Neither of us enjoy our pictures taken nor do we feel photogenic… with Christina none of that matters, as she would say “just trust me” trust we did and dang our pictures are gorgeous!!! She absolutely knows what she’s doing and in my opinion is the BEST there is!

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• Nicole Sent on 02/18/2024
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  AMAZING experience and photographer 🩷

  We were absolutely blown away by Christina - she EXCEEDED our expectations. We knew that she was a great photographer from her photos we had seen, but when we saw the final product with us as the subjects, we were amazed at how she captured our love for each other. I can’t tell you how many people told me that our photos look like they should be on the cover of magazine!
  
  Christina is not only an amazing photographer, but she has such a fun personality that makes working with her an absolute blast. We aren’t used to being behind a camera like we were on our wedding day, but she made it so comfortable and easy for us. She is super personable, and so many of our guests told us how impressed they were with her energy.
  
  As our family grows, we have continued to work with Christina to capture the special moments, including our maternity session.
  
  Don’t look anywhere else, she is truly the best of the best. 🤍

  We were absolutely blown away by Christina - she EXCEEDED our expectations. We knew that she was a great photographer from her photos we had seen, but when we saw the final product with us as the subjects, we were amazed at how she captured our love for each other. I can’t tell you how many people told me that our photos look like they should be on the cover of magazine!
  
  Christina is not only an amazing photographer, but she has such a fun personality that makes working with her an absolute blast. We aren’t used to being behind a camera like we were on our wedding day, but she made it so comfortable and easy for us. She is super personable, and so many of our guests told us how impressed they were with her energy.
  
  As our family grows, we have continued to work with Christina to capture the special moments, including our maternity session.
  
  Don’t look anywhere else, she is truly the best of the best. 🤍

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• Janae B. Sent on 11/05/2020
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  Christina is the Queen of Wedding Photos

  My husband and I had never taken professional photos together, and we usually like to make goofy faces in photos, so to say we were out of our comfort zone going into our shoots - was an understatement. However, Christina sees through your nerves and gives you all the pointers you need to make your photos look effortlessly gorgeous. She is so hilarious and a blast to work with. She knows how to loosen you up and make you feel comfortable, sexy, and glamorous.
  
  We were a COVID couple and through out the entire planning process, Christina was helpful, patient and understanding. When it came to our wedding day, we were fighting COVID, smoke in the air and loss of time for shooting due to the bride being late - shocker! Thankfully Christina did not skip a beat, and went into hyper speed. She is assertive, and makes quick but smart decisions, which is exactly what you need when you’re losing light and trying to wrangle 15+ tipsy people. When we got our photos back, they absolutely took our breath away and we couldn’t wait to share them with all our family and friends. She has an incredible eye, years of talent, and it all shows in the beautiful images she produces. If you are thinking of hiring Christina, stop thinking - and do it. It will be the the best decision you’ll make while wedding planning.

  My husband and I had never taken professional photos together, and we usually like to make goofy faces in photos, so to say we were out of our comfort zone going into our shoots - was an understatement. However, Christina sees through your nerves and gives you all the pointers you need to make your photos look effortlessly gorgeous. She is so hilarious and a blast to work with. She knows how to loosen you up and make you feel comfortable, sexy, and glamorous.
  
  We were a COVID couple and through out the entire planning process, Christina was helpful, patient and understanding. When it came to our wedding day, we were fighting COVID, smoke in the air and loss of time for shooting due to the bride being late - shocker! Thankfully Christina did not skip a beat, and went into hyper speed. She is assertive, and makes quick but smart decisions, which is exactly what you need when you’re losing light and trying to wrangle 15+ tipsy people. When we got our photos back, they absolutely took our breath away and we couldn’t wait to share them with all our family and friends. She has an incredible eye, years of talent, and it all shows in the beautiful images she produces. If you are thinking of hiring Christina, stop thinking - and do it. It will be the the best decision you’ll make while wedding planning.
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• Alexandra Sent on 08/04/2016
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  I can't say enough about Christina and the amazing gift she has. She shot our engagement photos, a boudoir session as a gift for my now husband, and finally our wedding. I knew from the second I got engaged that the photographer would be the most important decision we would make. The photos are the one way you carry those memories and moments of your wedding into the future, they are what will be passed down to your children, they will serve as a reminder of your love for each other throughout the years, and they will allow you to relive those memories over and over again. There is not a better photographer out there that I would have trusted with such treasured moments, and I am so happy that we chose to work with her throughout the whole process. She has a special talent for bringing out the best in individuals and capturing genuine, beautiful moments that help you to see the visual representation of the joy and love you feel. From the first moment that I spoke with her she had an amazing energy and excitement for what she does, and she made me feel as though I was not only her top priority but a friend. On the day of our wedding Christina showed up with that same energy and excitement that I noticed from day one, and immediately took control and began capturing moment after moment. Not once was I worried that any memory would be missed. She continued to work magic with an incredibly rowdy bunch of groomsmen and very large family, moving through photo after photo with militaristic control and organization while still keeping the atmosphere light and fun. If you are looking for a photographer to capture your special day, your engagement, or any other special moment in your life she is the one to go to.

  I can't say enough about Christina and the amazing gift she has. She shot our engagement photos, a boudoir session as a gift for my now husband, and finally our wedding. I knew from the second I got engaged that the photographer would be the most important decision we would make. The photos are the one way you carry those memories and moments of your wedding into the future, they are what will be passed down to your children, they will serve as a reminder of your love for each other throughout the years, and they will allow you to relive those memories over and over again. There is not a better photographer out there that I would have trusted with such treasured moments, and I am so happy that we chose to work with her throughout the whole process. She has a special talent for bringing out the best in individuals and capturing genuine, beautiful moments that help you to see the visual representation of the joy and love you feel. From the first moment that I spoke with her she had an amazing energy and excitement for what she does, and she made me feel as though I was not only her top priority but a friend. On the day of our wedding Christina showed up with that same energy and excitement that I noticed from day one, and immediately took control and began capturing moment after moment. Not once was I worried that any memory would be missed. She continued to work magic with an incredibly rowdy bunch of groomsmen and very large family, moving through photo after photo with militaristic control and organization while still keeping the atmosphere light and fun. If you are looking for a photographer to capture your special day, your engagement, or any other special moment in your life she is the one to go to.
• Kati Sent on 04/26/2016
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  Choosing a photographer for our wedding was pretty easy. Researching Christina's work through her website, Facebook, and Instagram reassured us that she was the best person to capture our amazingly special day!
  
  Christina is an awesome photographer who also happens to be a total sweetheart -- her photos absolutely DO NOT look like all the other wedding pics out there. I fell in love with Christina's work right away, hoping that she could work her magic on the two of us!!
  
  My hubby and I are both can be very awkward in front of a camera. We don't always know how to smile. During our wedding, she put us completely at ease. She encouraged us to interact with one another. It felt like we just walked, talked, laughed, and played. She gave us very friendly tips which had us laughing and actually enjoying our day even more!
  
  Throughout the wedding, Christina and her helper were never in the way. The only time we received any strict direction, was for the "formal" photos. And even that was very low key. Everything else was very fun and relaxed. we did serious, funny, and traditional photos.
  
  We couldn't be any happier with our choice!!! We will always and forever go to Christina for any type of photos we need in the future!!

  Choosing a photographer for our wedding was pretty easy. Researching Christina's work through her website, Facebook, and Instagram reassured us that she was the best person to capture our amazingly special day!
  
  Christina is an awesome photographer who also happens to be a total sweetheart -- her photos absolutely DO NOT look like all the other wedding pics out there. I fell in love with Christina's work right away, hoping that she could work her magic on the two of us!!
  
  My hubby and I are both can be very awkward in front of a camera. We don't always know how to smile. During our wedding, she put us completely at ease. She encouraged us to interact with one another. It felt like we just walked, talked, laughed, and played. She gave us very friendly tips which had us laughing and actually enjoying our day even more!
  
  Throughout the wedding, Christina and her helper were never in the way. The only time we received any strict direction, was for the "formal" photos. And even that was very low key. Everything else was very fun and relaxed. we did serious, funny, and traditional photos.
  
  We couldn't be any happier with our choice!!! We will always and forever go to Christina for any type of photos we need in the future!!
• Julie Sent on 03/03/2016
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  The moment you meet Christina you can't help but fall in love. To her contagious energy to amazing talent I knew I wanted her to capture our special day. She exceed all our expectations and the moments she was able to capture were breath taking. She makes you feel so comfortable you don't even feel like a camera is in front of you. Everyone needs to use her as their photographer! Her pictures tell a story!

  The moment you meet Christina you can't help but fall in love. To her contagious energy to amazing talent I knew I wanted her to capture our special day. She exceed all our expectations and the moments she was able to capture were breath taking. She makes you feel so comfortable you don't even feel like a camera is in front of you. Everyone needs to use her as their photographer! Her pictures tell a story!
• Hermiene Sent on 03/24/2017
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  After our first introductory meeting with Christina of C M ELLE Studios we knew that she would be the one to capture this very special day in our daughter's life. She is easy going and makes everyone feel comfortable! She is very creative and took some really beautiful photos.... even the groom and groomsmen ( and little ring bearer ) were relaxed! Christina was able to control the group in a fun and timely way ! Christina totally captured all the special moments for us.

  After our first introductory meeting with Christina of C M ELLE Studios we knew that she would be the one to capture this very special day in our daughter's life. She is easy going and makes everyone feel comfortable! She is very creative and took some really beautiful photos.... even the groom and groomsmen ( and little ring bearer ) were relaxed! Christina was able to control the group in a fun and timely way ! Christina totally captured all the special moments for us.
• Emily Sent on 07/24/2016
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  Christina was not only incredibly professional, but an absolute blast to work with. During the ceremony, I had no idea how she was there taking pictures (she called herself a "ninja" :)) but she truly got some amazing shots! During family photos, she commanded everyone's attention in a gracious way and was able to line everyone up and run through the various shots quickly (and I had 13 bridesmaids!). During the reception, she made sure that every important moment was covered, took some beautifully creative shots along the way, and took pictures of things that I would have missed otherwise! My bridesmaids who are already married even commented how they were jealous that I had Christina and wished they had used her! An absolute joy to work with. To this day, everyone who comes over to my house and sees my wedding photos plastered all over the walls comments on how beautiful they were.

  Christina was not only incredibly professional, but an absolute blast to work with. During the ceremony, I had no idea how she was there taking pictures (she called herself a "ninja" :)) but she truly got some amazing shots! During family photos, she commanded everyone's attention in a gracious way and was able to line everyone up and run through the various shots quickly (and I had 13 bridesmaids!). During the reception, she made sure that every important moment was covered, took some beautifully creative shots along the way, and took pictures of things that I would have missed otherwise! My bridesmaids who are already married even commented how they were jealous that I had Christina and wished they had used her! An absolute joy to work with. To this day, everyone who comes over to my house and sees my wedding photos plastered all over the walls comments on how beautiful they were.
• Cheyenne Sent on 02/08/2016
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  Christina is such a joy to work with. She is beyond professional and knows exactly how to capture your special day. She truly has a gift for what she does. I have used her for every milestone (engagement, wedding, baby..) in my life and will continue to do so. I can not recommend her services enough.

  Christina is such a joy to work with. She is beyond professional and knows exactly how to capture your special day. She truly has a gift for what she does. I have used her for every milestone (engagement, wedding, baby..) in my life and will continue to do so. I can not recommend her services enough.
• Ashley Sent on 02/07/2016
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  Christina is just AMAZING!!! We have absolutely stunning photos to cherish our special day!

  Christina is just AMAZING!!! We have absolutely stunning photos to cherish our special day!
• Jenelle Sent on 03/21/2016
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  On a day as special as your wedding day, you want an extremely talented individual to put your trust in. Christina is just that. I can't stress enough what a joy she was to work with. She had energy and ideas for days. I trusted her with every ounce of my being to make beautiful pictures, and she did NOT disappoint! Pictures came out fab! She was open to hearing ideas we had to have, and suggested ideas we hadn't thought of. Very good at giving direction and listening. She captured the tender moments, the funny moments, and the emotional moments through all the craziness and made me feel beautiful the whole time!! Her photos speak for themselves, stunning every time.

  On a day as special as your wedding day, you want an extremely talented individual to put your trust in. Christina is just that. I can't stress enough what a joy she was to work with. She had energy and ideas for days. I trusted her with every ounce of my being to make beautiful pictures, and she did NOT disappoint! Pictures came out fab! She was open to hearing ideas we had to have, and suggested ideas we hadn't thought of. Very good at giving direction and listening. She captured the tender moments, the funny moments, and the emotional moments through all the craziness and made me feel beautiful the whole time!! Her photos speak for themselves, stunning every time.
• Gisel Sent on 06/16/2016
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  I hired Christina for our engagement pictures and our wedding, and I could not be happier. Once I started looking for a photographer, I was ridiculously overwhelmed with all the options available. Several companies that were too “corporate-like” for my taste approached me, and I was certainly not happy with them because I did not know exactly who I was contacting me or what kind of person was going to show up. I decided to hire Christina because she is one of the best local photographers in the Napa Valley. I not only hired her because I would be supporting a local business, but she was extremely professional, excellent communicator, and a person who made you feel comfortable.
  
  Her strong sense of professionalism came through the moment I contacted her through Facebook. Her response was quick, clear, and easy to understand. These are must-have qualities when discussing prices, locations, etc. I cannot stress enough that you, as the future hiring party, must be able to communicate well with her also. She is easy to talk to and to get a hold of, but you will not be happy with her work if you don’t tell her exactly what YOU want. I tried to do this by going on Google and obtaining picture that I found tasteful. That way, she will be able to get a better sense of what it is that YOU like. We had no problems with this, which is why I am very happy with her work.
  
  I think it is also important to consider a photographer that makes you feel comfortable. After all, you WILL be sharing one of the most important moments with this individual, so it helps that the photographer is friendly. Christina was sensitive enough to know that this is YOUR special moment. Her level of respect toward our decisions was outstanding, as she was able to know how important this moment was for us. At the same, her joy and laughter was absolutely contagious. She made our engagement and wedding photos a very fun experience. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!

  I hired Christina for our engagement pictures and our wedding, and I could not be happier. Once I started looking for a photographer, I was ridiculously overwhelmed with all the options available. Several companies that were too “corporate-like” for my taste approached me, and I was certainly not happy with them because I did not know exactly who I was contacting me or what kind of person was going to show up. I decided to hire Christina because she is one of the best local photographers in the Napa Valley. I not only hired her because I would be supporting a local business, but she was extremely professional, excellent communicator, and a person who made you feel comfortable.
  
  Her strong sense of professionalism came through the moment I contacted her through Facebook. Her response was quick, clear, and easy to understand. These are must-have qualities when discussing prices, locations, etc. I cannot stress enough that you, as the future hiring party, must be able to communicate well with her also. She is easy to talk to and to get a hold of, but you will not be happy with her work if you don’t tell her exactly what YOU want. I tried to do this by going on Google and obtaining picture that I found tasteful. That way, she will be able to get a better sense of what it is that YOU like. We had no problems with this, which is why I am very happy with her work.
  
  I think it is also important to consider a photographer that makes you feel comfortable. After all, you WILL be sharing one of the most important moments with this individual, so it helps that the photographer is friendly. Christina was sensitive enough to know that this is YOUR special moment. Her level of respect toward our decisions was outstanding, as she was able to know how important this moment was for us. At the same, her joy and laughter was absolutely contagious. She made our engagement and wedding photos a very fun experience. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!
• Grace W. Sent on 02/16/2024
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  Christina’s excellence

  Christina is AMAZING!!!! I have never felt so comfortable in front of a camera before and she perfectly captured the depth & uniqueness of us. And had us laughing the whole time. I’ve done four photo shoots with her through my life and every time I’m amazed by the end result. She is incredibly talented at what she does and is a must for your wedding vendors.

  Christina is AMAZING!!!! I have never felt so comfortable in front of a camera before and she perfectly captured the depth & uniqueness of us. And had us laughing the whole time. I’ve done four photo shoots with her through my life and every time I’m amazed by the end result. She is incredibly talented at what she does and is a must for your wedding vendors.

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  User2529886 Sent on 02/08/2016
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  Christina is an amazing human being and felt like a good friend attending the wedding. She gave me clear yet subtle direction to ensure my positioning/expression were on point. Everyone in my bridal party was talking about how amazing she was during and after the wedding. We had issues with the venue not being set up in time for our pre-ceremony pictures, and she singlehandedly found a new location to make things work! Definitely not easy to do with a large group of 20. She was 6 months pregnant and lasted for 13 hours like a champ (including some amazing moves on the dance floor). I highly recommend working with her, you won't regret it!

  Christina is an amazing human being and felt like a good friend attending the wedding. She gave me clear yet subtle direction to ensure my positioning/expression were on point. Everyone in my bridal party was talking about how amazing she was during and after the wedding. We had issues with the venue not being set up in time for our pre-ceremony pictures, and she singlehandedly found a new location to make things work! Definitely not easy to do with a large group of 20. She was 6 months pregnant and lasted for 13 hours like a champ (including some amazing moves on the dance floor). I highly recommend working with her, you won't regret it!