Photographer · St. Louis Park, MN · 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 69%100+69.2Reliability 31%99+30.5Experts Score= 100Not enough data for value, 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.100SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#2 of 201 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 100%
5.0★★★★★53 Google reviews · 22 photos
100%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 Jessica Knighton Photography five out of five stars based on fifty-three reviews, noting that the owner responds to ninety-eight percent of feedback. Clients primarily hire the studio for weddings, elopements, family portraits, and business branding, frequently citing the photographer's punctuality, clear communication, and transparent pricing as key benefits. Feedback highlights her ability to manage large groups, accommodate diverse locations, and create a relaxed atmosphere for camera-shy subjects, with no recurring criticisms evident in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 53 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 53 Google reviews (53 with written comments, 17 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 22, 2026.
Service: Photographer serving St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other photographers
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: satisfaction and craft & service; weakest: reliability.
Jessica Knighton PhotographyPhotographers 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.Jessica Knighton Photography: 100/100 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.Jessica Knighton Photography: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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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.Jessica Knighton Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Jessica Knighton Photography: 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
53 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars53100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 53 written reviews
96%praise
Praise10496%
Complaints44%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend3129%
Staff & attitude2624%
Speed & response1615%
Quality & results1312%
Communication1211%
Honesty & trust98%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 53 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“…can 100% say with the high quality photos and the warm welcoming Id definitely recommend her to anyone!…”
“Overall Jess was a dream to work with and I can't recommend her highly enough!”
“Going into my first professional photo shoot I was honestly very nervous especially not having met her before.”
“I didn’t know what to expect, especially since it was a sports shoot immediately walking in I was welcomed by the sweetest soul ever the music in the…”
“She immediately understood my love of nature and did an amazing job with finding places where I could be surrounded with nature without disturbing it.”
“Communication was awesome throughout the whole process.”
“Neither my husband nor I feel particularly confident in front of the camera, but Jess helped us relax and brought out our genuine personalities.”
“She was very upfront about pricing.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Madelyn4 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. · 2 days ago★★★★★
With Jessica, you don't just have a photographer. You have a wedding planner, a hype woman, and a best friend for a day. When I say my day wouldn't have been half of what it was without Jessica's help & guidance, I mean it. I'll sing Jessica's praises for years to come!
Alex5 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Jessica was amazing! She took beautiful fall photos of me and my 2-year-old daughter. Her patience, talent, and ability to make the experience fun and easy were incredible. Taking photos with a toddler isn’t easy, but she made it look effortless. Highly recommend her!
Tiarah1 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Going into my first professional photo shoot I was honestly very nervous especially not having met her before. I didn’t know what to expect, especially since it was a sports shoot immediately walking in I was welcomed by the sweetest soul ever the music in the background, definitely calmed my nerves and helped us…
Eric4 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
It was great working with Jess! She did an incredible job working with our team to produce professional pictures and images that we can use on our business website and in our print marketing. Highly recommend!
KaileeLocal Guide · 210 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
Jess is the absolute best of the best at what she does. She has done both branding and proposal photos for my partner and I and the photos always turn out even better than I could have imagined. I also love her focus on sustainability and how much she cares about the world around her. Along with being extremely…
LaurenLocal Guide · 13 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
Jess was the very first vendor we booked for our wedding, and we could not be happier with that decision. Her photos are absolutely stunning, and she truly captured the spirit of our celebration. Neither my husband nor I feel particularly confident in front of the camera, but Jess helped us relax and brought out our…
With Jessica, you don't just have a photographer. You have a wedding planner, a hype woman, and a best friend for a day. When I say my day wouldn't have been half of what it was without Jessica's help & guidance, I mean it. I'll sing Jessica's praises for years to come!
Response from the owner · 2 days ago
Madelyn, thank you so much for this wonderful review. We are thrilled Jessica could play such an important role on your wedding day and that her support made it so memorable. We will be sure to share your kind words with her — they mean the world.
Alex Gomez5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alex has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jessica was amazing! She took beautiful fall photos of me and my 2-year-old daughter. Her patience, talent, and ability to make the experience fun and easy were incredible. Taking photos with a toddler isn’t easy, but she made it look effortless. Highly recommend her!
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
You two were a blast to work with, Alex! I can see the connection you have and the playfulness you instill in your daughter 🧡 til next time!
Tiarah Tevis1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Tiarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Going into my first professional photo shoot I was honestly very nervous especially not having met her before. I didn’t know what to expect, especially since it was a sports shoot immediately walking in I was welcomed by the sweetest soul ever the music in the background, definitely calmed my nerves and helped us jam out. It didn’t feel like I was walking into a stranger’s house that I had never met before. It felt like I had known her for years when agreeing to do that shoot with her, I felt as if it was super important to find someone with all the same values as me and with her website, being very detailed as I learned more about her Jess met all of them I can 100% say with the high quality photos and the warm welcoming Id definitely recommend her to anyone!!
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Awwww Tiarah, it was so amazing working with you and your mom on your volleyball shoot! You absolutely crushed it, and I hope the photos help you remember the awesome time you've had, the work you've put in, and the memories made playing volleyball! It means so much that you trusted me to take care of you!
Eric Wold4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
It was great working with Jess! She did an incredible job working with our team to produce professional pictures and images that we can use on our business website and in our print marketing. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
It was awesome working with you and your team, Eric! I can tell you all care for how you take care of your customers, and I'm so happy to be a part of helping your business grow! Cheers!
Lindy Richards3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lindy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jessica is the best. Hands down. Hire her immediately and never look back. She is a master of her craft.
She was fun but professional, everyone loved her, and the photos are beyond anything I could have hoped for.
We were not the easiest customers. First, our venue was a museum, not a wedding venue, so she had to be creative and work around a space not designed for weddings. Jessica was unperturbed. She considered everything: where the sun would hit, what time to be where, and how to account for different types of weather. At the end of the day, the photos look like they were not taken in a museum, but belong in a museum. Second, my husband does not like being in photos or having any attention on him whatsoever. When told to smile for the camera, he usually makes a face like he just smelled bad eggs. I do not know what kind of wizard Jessica is, but she is definitely magic. She put him at ease and managed to capture sincere, loving looks. Third, she indulged and hyped up all of my silly ideas, like our first look, which I did in an inflatable dinosaur costume. She reflected exactly the balance of quirky and classy I was going for in our photos.
When I got engaged, I envisioned being surrounded by my closest, most cherished friends and family. I did not think about the fact that there would also be a virtual stranger there trying to catch it all on tape. Jessica and I spent almost the entire day together, and it was great. She managed to capture intimate moments without ever being intrusive, but she was not a wallflower either. She was helpful, fun, and truly a joy to be around, making a special day even more special.
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
How do I even respond to this?! Hanna, your vibrant enthusiasm and creativity paired with Manu's [more understated] enthusiasm and gentleness created such an amazing gathering for you and your guests, and honestly, I'm just thankful and lucky I got to be there! Go out and rule the world together - you are amazing!!
Kailee OakLocal Guide · 210 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kailee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jess is the absolute best of the best at what she does. She has done both branding and proposal photos for my partner and I and the photos always turn out even better than I could have imagined. I also love her focus on sustainability and how much she cares about the world around her. Along with being extremely talented, she is an incredible human and makes you feel so at ease every time you're around her. I cannot recommend Jess enough.
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Kailee!! I'm so excited for you and Jacob - takes one to know one! You two individually care so much about the well being of your community, and I can only imagine what you'll be able to achieve together. All we have to do is wait and see! <3 <3 <3
Lauren PleseLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lauren has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jess was the very first vendor we booked for our wedding, and we could not be happier with that decision. Her photos are absolutely stunning, and she truly captured the spirit of our celebration. Neither my husband nor I feel particularly confident in front of the camera, but Jess helped us relax and brought out our genuine personalities. She is a joy to work with, and we highly, highly recommend her talent to anyone.
Response from the owner · 10 months ago
Lauren!! You and Nick were an absolute delight to work with, and so freaking cute and authentic — I feel so lucky to have gotten to work with you and celebrate your wedding with you! Thank you soooooo much for trusting me with this important day <3 Cheers to you both!!
Robert KeillorLocal Guide · 18 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jessica provided me with great advice on adding a personal touch to my website as I build out my new business. She provided a thoughtful and intuitive approach when it comes to marketing and sharing our story through photographs that I hadn’t considered before. This was tremendously helpful as we integrate anthropomorphic concepts my competition lacks. I greatly appreciate Jessica’s expertise, kindness, and I look forward to continue working with her as my business grows. Thank you, Jessica!
Response from the owner · 10 months ago
So excited to see your business grow, Robert! Thank you for the kind words!
Hale Varhol-Williams2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Hale has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
One of our biggest challenges with planning our wedding was trying to find queer friendly vendors. After finding multiple glowing reviews online, we were able to connect with Jess. We did interview a couple other potential photographers, but it was no contest when it came down to who we wanted to pick. The quality of the examples we saw, the level of professionalism, and really just the vibe when we spoke to each other was exactly what we were looking for. She made the whole process seamless, and we knew exactly what to expect for each meeting. Communication was awesome throughout the whole process. Meeting in person for our engagement shoot and the wedding itself really helped solidify that we picked the right person. She made both photoshoots about as fun as possible, while still being efficient with time, and direct with her guidance regarding how to pose. We love the pictures we got back and had a blast looking through them. She even took the time to coordinate what time she should send them, so wife and I could view them at the same time. If you're looking for someone queer friendly, with great communication, a stress-free photography experience, and photos you will LOVE, we 1000% recommend Jess!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hale!! It was absolutely MY PLEASURE to work with you and Monique on your wedding! It was so springy and joyful and I just love how in love you two are!! Thank you so much for trusting me to help you through the process, and delivering those memories to you! Cheers to you!!
