CUSTOMER REVIEWS.
I just did a shoot with
Blake and I have to say it couldn't have went better. He is completely
clear about the documents to be signed, professional, and fun to work
with. He made me feel right at home. This was my very first shoot and I
expected to be nervous, yet I wasn't. What a great guy I can now call my
friend. The work he does is incredible. I couldn't be happier. Thank
you so much Blake. I am looking forward to doing a lot of work with you.
Jeff S.
Jeff S.
Blake is not only great at what he does, he is also a pleasure to work with. He is incredibly professional and fosters a very fun and comfortable environment. He made it a point to explain the contract well, and has demonstrated strong ethics throughout our correspondence. I am absolutely thrilled with the final product and I have been impressed with how quickly he has edited the photos.
Brian R.
Brian R.
Passionate. Professional. Produce Results. Blake is an exceptionally passionate photographer who knows what he is doing and exceed expectations. Given his background being in front of the camera, he knows how to work well with his subjects while behind the camera. He overdelivers his promises; I received the processed photos within a day or two after the shoot! He is selective with the projects he takes on because he has a a clear focus and high standards in his photography. Most importantly, he is a man of his words. Did I also mention that he always shows up on time?
Wai H.
Wai H.
Blake is exceptional at what he does. What surprised me the most was how easy it was for him to make me feel comfortable and confident throughout the photo shoot.
Casey B.
Blake was awesome! I was running late for our appointment, but he waited for me and still squeezed me into his busy schedule. He was patient, funny, knowledgeable, and made me feel at ease. He let me incorporate my own ideas into the shoot too, and gave me great tips. I'm excited to see the final results, and can't wait to shoot with him again! :)
Vanessa G.
I love my photos. I highly recommend him. Blake captured exactly what I was looking for in a professional photo shoot. He's also fun to be around and creates a great and relaxing environment to be photographed in. Thanks Blake.
Brien J.
Blake has an amazing knowledge of all aspects of photography, he's a very talented artist. He knows the best lighting, angles, and positions to produce the most amazing, flattering shots i've ever seen. He makes a comfortable, fun environment and he doesn't just take the photos, he goes above and beyond and makes everything perfect until he can get the perfect shot, and he makes it a lot of fun. I will definitely be returning to him again.
Brayden D.
Did some portrait work with Blake, he did an excellent job at explaining the process and put me at ease. He was fun to work with, and has a lot of creative ideas, as well as being very transparent about the whole process!
— Drew M.
We are so happy we discovered Blake. From a corporate standpoint, it can be difficult to find a vendor who can one, be respectful of a conservative working environment with minimizing noise and disturbance to those in the office and be flexible with schedules, be on time, while also making everyone he works with feel comfortable and in good hands... and also produce excellent work. Blake was the perfect fit. He was on time, professional, funny and so very easy to work with. His patience made those less comfortable in front of the lens, able to relax and take a great photo. No doubt, I would certainly hire Blake again. He was so accommodating with our ridiculous requests to make us all thinner and beautiful, he should really put magician on his resume.
— Kelli, BDO
— Kelli, BDO
"A special occasion/ memory can only be captured once but it's only as good as how you capture it. I used Blake Yelavich to help capture mine. He is a absolute pleasure to work with he's friendly and very humble. Makes you feel comfortable right away no matter the type shoot. He was helpful in many ways for me it was how well he listened to my idea and mapped it to fit who I am even on how to pose and my results were incredible. Anyone who has seen my photos are beyond impressed. I am thankful for his hard work. I still use him for all my shoots and will gladly refer him to anyone looking for a talented photographer."
— Des D.
— Des D.
"I had an amazing time shooting. Blake made me feel comfortable, he explained what he was doing, he gave great direction and so far the pictures I've seen look perfect. Thank you Blake for not just being a guy with a camera. :)"
Kirlene R.
Kirlene R.
"Blake is a very unique photographer, understands the lighting surrounding you and captures the perfect angles to accentuate your good and bad features. He's very dependable, full of energy, and overall he's very professional with his work. Two thumbs up!"
Ecktor R.
Ecktor R.
"My experience working with Blake was absolutely amazing! I needed new headshots and bodyshots for auditions and my portfolio for bookings. My photos look natural and really bring out my personality! It feels so great walking into an audition or interview feeling fully confident in my photos. The shoot itself was extremely comfortable and helped me feel natural in front of the camera, which was apparent in my photos. Overall, it was the best experience I have had with a photographer and I would highly recommend Blake's work to all of my friends and peers looking for new shots for their portfolios!"
Hope S.
Hope S.
"I have to be one of the most uptight people in front of a camera, which for an actor, is not what one might expect! Most of my pictures turn out like Chandler from Friends! I always joke, "If you want my best side, let me turn around!". Just knowing a camera is around immediately makes me uptight and stilted.
That all changed the day I agreed to do headshots with Blake Yelavich. Before the shoot, he sent me a video showing his style and manner of working. It seemed so simple. The day of the shoot, he took the time with me to just talk; he explained every step of what we'd do and immediately put me at ease.
We took hundreds of pictures in a one block radius! He talked me through every step, giving me more and more confidence! His expression when he knew he had captured a good one allowed me to relax even more. He showed me shots as we went along, which seeing them at that moment, actually made me want to take more and more!
Then the hard part...looking at each of them, untouched. I was afraid when that email came, but again, pleasantly surprised that anyone could capture me without a fake or awkward smile. I let him pick which ones to touch up, as by this point, I had so much faith in his creative ability. He didn't let me down at this step either!
I am anxious to get back in front of the camera with Blake and at least weekly, recommend him to friends, family, and businesses!"
Cathie S.
That all changed the day I agreed to do headshots with Blake Yelavich. Before the shoot, he sent me a video showing his style and manner of working. It seemed so simple. The day of the shoot, he took the time with me to just talk; he explained every step of what we'd do and immediately put me at ease.
We took hundreds of pictures in a one block radius! He talked me through every step, giving me more and more confidence! His expression when he knew he had captured a good one allowed me to relax even more. He showed me shots as we went along, which seeing them at that moment, actually made me want to take more and more!
Then the hard part...looking at each of them, untouched. I was afraid when that email came, but again, pleasantly surprised that anyone could capture me without a fake or awkward smile. I let him pick which ones to touch up, as by this point, I had so much faith in his creative ability. He didn't let me down at this step either!
I am anxious to get back in front of the camera with Blake and at least weekly, recommend him to friends, family, and businesses!"
Cathie S.
"Blake took pics of my college-age daughter and her best friend on the UT campus. Beautiful shots and he was a dream to work with; made the girls feel at ease and comfortable. So very happy to have these lovely photos of my ginger-haired girls to look back on at this very special time of their lives. Blake is professional, reliable and very talented! "
Barrie H.
Barrie H.
"Blake is a complete sweetheart who is very through, creative and personable. I felt 100% comfortable working with him and he did whatever it took to get the best shot! Even in 110 degree weather! Hands down thee best photographer I have ever worked with! Now i feel like I have a solid portfolio for auditions and castings! highly recommend :)"
Tiffany D.
Tiffany D.
"Very personable and has an amazing eye for detail. Blake makes his subjects feel very relaxed and brings out the best qualities of his clients. Very pleased. You will be too."
Robert M.
Robert M.
"Amazing experience having my headshots done!!!! I felt comfortable and he was extremely professional!!! We decided to take the pictures outside at the Domain. Blake was on time, explained the camera he was using, and what type of shots he was going to do. I felt like a celebrity and had an amazing time! The pictures were just beautiful, and would love to do it again!!!!"
Ann R.
Ann R.
"Blake captured some tender moments of my cousin & his girlfriend on her college campus at dusk. Often the best photography is about timing! He is passionate about all he does. Always friendly & courteous."
Michelle W.
Michelle W.
"Blake is so fantastic to work with! He listens well, has lots of creative ideas, and is an absolute expert. As a fellow performer, I know I can trust Blake to give me what I need for my professional shots, and his sense of humor makes the shooting process fun and relaxed. I've never been happier with my photos and can't wait to work with him again!"
Devon A.
Devon A.
"Working with Blake couldn't have been better! He made me feel so comfortable shooting for my headshots and body shots. I am definitely working with him again in the future :)"
Kaiti D.
Kaiti D.
"Working with Blake was an amazing experience. He was able to capture amazing photos and made me feel completely comfortable early on in the shoot so that as the day progressed we became the best of friends and I was able to come out of my shell. I would definitely work with Blake again if I'm ever in the area again and it's an experience I will never forget. (: Sqeakity sqeak sqeak sqeekums Blake, you're the best!"
Jaymee A.
Jaymee A.
"Blake has the perfect balance of professional and casual. I am not the most photogenic person, and he was able to get some amazing photos! I recommend him to anyone looking for headshots or formal events."
Stephen J.
Stephen J.
"Loved Blake's pictures of me. He made me feel comfortable & they turned out great!!"
Linda B.
Linda B.
"Blake is amazing! I usually am not a fan of having my picture taken, I always end up looking awkward. He has a wonderful talent for making you comfortable and relaxed to achieve the look desired. His direction is clear and allows you to release all of the awkwardness. I love all of my shots and highly recommend getting your pictures done by PhoHawk Photo... you will not be disappointed!! He goes above and beyond to make you comfortable!!"
Jesee S.
Jesee S.
