Photography studio · Yorkville, IL · reviewed since 2021
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%95+55.8Reliability 26%95+24.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 96Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#155 of 201 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 23%
4.9★★★★★68 Google reviews · 23 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate DazzleShot Images 4.9 out of 5 based on 68 reviews, noting that the owner responds to all feedback. Customers frequently praise the studio for professional communication, punctuality, and reasonable pricing. The team is described as patient and friendly, particularly when working with children for pageants, headshots, and family events. Reviewers highlight the high quality of images, quick turnaround times, and helpful pose suggestions. No significant recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 68 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 68 Google reviews (64 with written comments, 7 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: reliability.
DazzleShot ImagesPhotographers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.DazzleShot Images: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.DazzleShot Images: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
95
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.DazzleShot Images: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.DazzleShot Images: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.DazzleShot Images: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 62.–
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Star ratings
68 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars6799%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star11%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 64 written reviews
99%praise
Praise13199%
Complaints11%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude4030%
Would recommend3325%
Quality & results2116%
Speed & response1814%
Communication1411%
Price & value54%
Honesty & trust11%
What customers talk about
We read 64 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“They fostered a friendly and comfortable environment for our guests during the photo sessions, resulting in beautiful and comprehensive coverage of th…”
“We highly recommend them for all your photography needs”
“I had a wonderful experience with Dazzle Shot Images.”
“…and comprehensive coverage of the entire celebration, all delivered on time.…”
“From the very beginning, they were incredibly easy to work with.”
“DazzleShot is very competitively priced and I can always find a package within my budget.”
“They were very professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in understanding exactly what we wanted.”
People customers mention
Radha7 reviews
Dhar3 reviews
Shots3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired DazzleShot Images for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
SSwapna4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★
We think of Dhar and Radha's phography services for every special occassion unless they are all booked up.
We had an great experience with them recently. They captured amazing multi-generational pictures that we will cherish for years to come. The quality of pictures is super crisp.
We highly recommend them for all your photography needs
SSmita1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
DazzleShot Images performed excellently in capturing every detail of our Diwali event for our non-profit. They fostered a friendly and comfortable environment for our guests during the photo sessions, resulting in beautiful and comprehensive coverage of the entire celebration, all delivered on time. Their rates are…
Reasonable priceEvents and parties
MMadhuri1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
We had an amazing experience working with Radha Balwani and her husband! From the very beginning, they were incredibly easy to work with. They were very professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in understanding exactly what we wanted. They took the time to listen to our vision and absolutely nailed the…
Great priceEvents and parties
LLulu1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
I had the most amazing time working with DazzleShot!! It was the best experience; I felt comfortable the entire time & they were super kind and experienced, giving me a ton of pose ideas. I got the raw pictures back very quickly and the edited photos ended up looking so great!!
MMiranda4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Absolutely amazing, was so organized. so friendly, captured the best pictures of my girl at the pageant, went well over and beyond, she did amazing with the kiddos! I just couldn’t recommend enough! I couldn’t be happier with our pictures that we got back! We love them so so much🥹
MMarie2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
I absolutely have loved all the stage shots, videos and headshots I’ve recieved from dazzleshots! They are super easy to work with and make sure that you get the type of photos you would like. Thank you guys for all the great work you do!
We think of Dhar and Radha's phography services for every special occassion unless they are all booked up.
We had an great experience with them recently. They captured amazing multi-generational pictures that we will cherish for years to come. The quality of pictures is super crisp.
We highly recommend them for all your photography needs
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. It means a lot that you think of us for your family's special occasions year after year. Capturing your multi-generational portraits was truly a joy, and we are so glad the images will be cherished for years to come.
We appreciate your trust, your kindness, and your recommendation. We look forward to creating many more beautiful memories with your family in the future.
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Smita Pant1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Smita has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
DazzleShot Images performed excellently in capturing every detail of our Diwali event for our non-profit. They fostered a friendly and comfortable environment for our guests during the photo sessions, resulting in beautiful and comprehensive coverage of the entire celebration, all delivered on time. Their rates are reasonable and accessible. I strongly suggest choosing them if you want your special moments documented with great care and precision.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Events and parties
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for trusting DazzleShot Images to capture your Diwali celebration. It was an honor to document such meaningful event for your non-profit. I am glad to hear that your guests felt comfortable and that the photos reflected the joy and energy of the day.
Your kind words about the experience and the final images truly mean a lot. I appreciate your support and look forward to capturing more special moments for your organisation in the future.
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Devi J5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Devi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had a wonderful experience with Dazzle Shot Images. I approached them through Google search. Starting from booking a slot to getting my pics everything was very smooth. The couple were very professional and very friendly at the same time, they made me feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera and gave all the possible suggestions regarding the poses to get the best out of me. They were patient and took the pics until I was completely satisfied. They sent me the rough copy of the images the very same day. The final images were sent to me within few hours of my confirmation of the pics. The end result is truly praiseworthy with clearly evident great quality of the pics and exactly the same as I wanted and needed them to be . My experience with dazzle shorts, images gave me not only photos, but also a story and a lasting memory attached to them.Thank you for the amazing pics. Keep going with your great work. I truly appreciate their professionalism and dedication.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! We're truly honored that you chose Dazzle Shot Images, and we're thrilled to hear that your experience with us was smooth, comfortable, and memorable from start to finish.
It means the world to us that you felt at ease during the shoot and that our suggestions helped bring out the best in your photos. Capturing not just images but meaningful moments is exactly what we strive for, and knowing that your final photos tell a story and hold lasting memories is the highest compliment we could receive.
Your appreciation for our professionalism and dedication keeps us inspired to continue doing what we love. Thank you again for trusting us with your vision—we’re so glad we could deliver exactly what you needed. Wishing you all the best, and we hope to work with you again in the future!
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Madhuri Teegavarapu1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Madhuri has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had an amazing experience working with Radha Balwani and her husband! From the very beginning, they were incredibly easy to work with. They were very professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in understanding exactly what we wanted. They took the time to listen to our vision and absolutely nailed the assignment.
On the day of the event, they were everywhere capturing every special moment without ever feeling intrusive. They didn’t miss a beat, from detailed shots of the decorations, food, and cake, to candid moments with guests and heartfelt interactions. They even went the extra mile to take family portraits before the event began, which meant so much to us.
We couldn’t be happier with the results and would highly recommend them.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It was truly a joy working with you and being part of such a meaningful celebration. We are thrilled to hear that you felt heard and supported throughout the process - from planning to the final shots. Capturing those heartfelt moments and details that mattered most to you was an absolute privilege, and we are glad you will cherish these memories forever through them.
Your appreciation and recommendation mean the world to us. Dhar and I are grateful for the opportunity and for your trust in us. Looking forward to covering future events for you as well.
Warm regards,
R&D
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Lulu Tabora1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Lulu has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had the most amazing time working with DazzleShot!! It was the best experience; I felt comfortable the entire time & they were super kind and experienced, giving me a ton of pose ideas. I got the raw pictures back very quickly and the edited photos ended up looking so great!!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thanks so much Lulu for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to have you again at our studio for your pageant headshots. We strive hard to make our clients comfortable and give them the best experience. We are glad to have you as our repeat client, and would love to see you again soon!
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Miranda Jo4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Miranda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Absolutely amazing, was so organized. so friendly, captured the best pictures of my girl at the pageant, went well over and beyond, she did amazing with the kiddos! I just couldn’t recommend enough! I couldn’t be happier with our pictures that we got back! We love them so so much🥹
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much Miranda, for your review here. We are thrilled that you absolutely love the pics. We always do our best to capture the best memories, and with the little ones, it makes it extra fun to pose them and get the smiles. We would love to work with you again soon!!
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Marie Harried2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Marie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I absolutely have loved all the stage shots, videos and headshots I’ve recieved from dazzleshots! They are super easy to work with and make sure that you get the type of photos you would like. Thank you guys for all the great work you do!
Response from the owner · a year ago
It has been a pleasure to shoot you for the past several years, both stage and headshots. Thank you so much for your kind words. We always strive hard to understand client needs, and give them exactly what they want. It is always a pleasure to see you and your mom, and we would love to shoot with you again soon!
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Rayonna Lambiris5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rayonna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
What an amazing experience!! They made me and my daughter feel beautiful and supported. They brought creativity, positivity, and professionalism to our photoshoot. I’m sooo excited to work more with DazzleShots in the future.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much Rayonna for this beautiful review! It was an absolute joy capturing the beautiful portraits for you and your daughter. At DazzleShot Images, we are all about creating an experience that uplifts and empowers - so hearing that you felt beautiful, supported, and inspired truly means the world to us. We cannot wait to collaborate again and bring even more dazzle to your journey!!
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Kari Broer6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kari has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Booking an appointment with Dazzle Shot Images was absolutely seamless! They made the process so easy from start to finish. The photographer worked wonderfully with my four-year-old, taking the time to make her feel comfortable while capturing so many beautiful expressions. I never felt like we were being rushed, and their patience truly showed in the stunning final headshots. The quality of the photos is top-notch, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a stress-free and professional photography experience!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartfelt review! It means the world to us that your experience - from booking to final images - was seamless and joyful. Working with your little star was an absolute delight, and we are so glad she felt comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We believe patience brings out the most natural and radiant expressions, and we are thrilled that the final headshots reflect that matic. Your kind words and recommendation truly brighten our day - thank you for choosing DazzleShot Images to capture the pageant headshots!! Looking forward to working with you again during our next trip to Iowa.
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Avneet Kaur4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Avneet has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We hired dazzleshot images for our event and we couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, they were professional, friendly, and incredibly talented.
They captured every special moment beautifully, from candid shots to posed portraits, ensuring that we have memories to cherish forever. The attention to detail and creative eye truly set them apart. The photos were delivered promptly, and the quality exceeded our expectations.
If you're looking for a skilled and passionate photographer who makes everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, dazzleshot images is the perfect choice. Highly recommended!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review. We are thrilled to hear that you liked our event coverage services. We take pride in delivery our best attention to client needs, and are dedicated to maintaining high quality service. We look forward to providing photo video services to you again soon!!
