Kristi Elias Photography | Masterpiece Portrait Artist
Photographer · Signal Hill, CA · reviewed since 2013
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%99+58.1Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%93+14.2Experts Score= 98Not 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.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#199 of 312 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 36%
5.0★★★★★69 Google reviews · 23 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Kristi Elias Photography | Masterpiece Portrait Artist at a glance
Google reviewers rate Kristi Elias Photography five out of five stars based on sixty-nine reviews. Clients frequently describe the studio environment as welcoming and professional, noting that the photographer guides them through poses and outfit selections to ensure comfort during maternity, boudoir, and family sessions. The artistic quality of the final images is a recurring theme, with many describing the results as timeless or reminiscent of fine art. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, and the owner responded to fifty-one percent of the reviews.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 69 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 69 Google reviews (63 with written comments, 5 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 51% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 23, 2026.
Service: Photographer serving Signal Hill, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: value.
This companyPhotographers 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.Kristi Elias Photography | Masterpiece Portrait Artist: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
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.Kristi Elias Photography | Masterpiece Portrait Artist: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Kristi Elias Photography | Masterpiece Portrait Artist: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
93
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.Kristi Elias Photography | Masterpiece Portrait Artist: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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
69 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars6797%
4 stars23%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 63 written reviews
97%praise
Praise7197%
Complaints23%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price343%
Reasonable343%
Overpriced00%
Not sure114%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2940%
Would recommend2129%
Quality & results1216%
Honesty & trust45%
Speed & response34%
Communication34%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 63 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Her professionalism and kindness were evident throughout the session.”
“Kristi is the ultimate professional and highly recommend!”
“I cannot recommend Kristi Sutton Elias Photography enough!”
“Thank you so much, Kristi, for making this such a wonderful experience.”
“I genuinely feel like I not only found an incredible artist but also gained a lifelong friend in the process.”
“She immediately makes you feel very comfortable, and includes everyone in the session.”
“Kristi is beyond talented and very easy to work with.”
“Definitely worth it!”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Kristi Elias Photography | Masterpiece Portrait Artist for 3 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Ggrace5 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. · Edited a week ago★★★★★
Kristi Elias’s fine art photography offers an exceptional opportunity to immortalize significant life milestones. I gifted my daughter an hour of photography for her 21st birthday, and the results were stunning. As I approached my 50th birthday, another milestone that required documentation, I purchased another hour…
Reasonable pricePortrait photography
MMayra3 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
I highly recommend Kristi! She had everything prepared for me and my family for our maternity photo shoot, which made the experience so easy and stress-free. From the moment we arrived, she was welcoming, kind, and incredibly patient, even with my toddler.
She guided me through every step of the session and every…
Great priceMaternity and newborn
JJoy2 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
What a fun beach experience ! Kristi had great ideas and very professional. Highly recommend.
Great priceFamily and group
GGrace3 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★★★★★
Kristi takes the most awesome breathtaking pictures! I would highly recommend her! She is very sweet and nice and very skilled!
JJulieLocal Guide · 16 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★★★★★
My maternity photoshoot turned out super amazing!!! Kristi made me feel very comfortable and guided me every step of the way. It was not stressful at all. The photos are very artistic and reminiscent of classic oil paintings. Beyond beautiful. I can't wait to see the final posts. Highly recommended.
Maternity and newborn
SSonya12 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Kristi was great. I felt at ease and comfortable with the whole process of the boudoir photo shoot. The ambiance of the studio was relaxing. It was a very good experience that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Kristi Elias’s fine art photography offers an exceptional opportunity to immortalize significant life milestones. I gifted my daughter an hour of photography for her 21st birthday, and the results were stunning. As I approached my 50th birthday, another milestone that required documentation, I purchased another hour of photography from Groupon. The experience with Kristi was seamless and enjoyable. Her professionalism and kindness were evident throughout the session. Her studio was elegant, reflecting the quality of her creations.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Portrait photography
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Mayra Lopez3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mayra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I highly recommend Kristi! She had everything prepared for me and my family for our maternity photo shoot, which made the experience so easy and stress-free. From the moment we arrived, she was welcoming, kind, and incredibly patient, even with my toddler.
She guided me through every step of the session and every pose, so I never felt awkward. Instead, I felt comfortable, confident, and beautiful throughout the entire experience. I was looking for someone who would help me feel at ease while capturing such a special moment, and Kristi exceeded all of my expectations. The photos are something I will cherish forever. I can't wait to come back for our baby's pictures! Thank you so much, Kristi, for making this such a wonderful experience.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Maternity and newborn
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Joy Simcoe2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Joy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My maternity photoshoot turned out super amazing!!! Kristi made me feel very comfortable and guided me every step of the way. It was not stressful at all. The photos are very artistic and reminiscent of classic oil paintings. Beyond beautiful. I can't wait to see the final posts. Highly recommended.
Services: Maternity and newborn
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Sonya Lincoln12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sonya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kristi was great. I felt at ease and comfortable with the whole process of the boudoir photo shoot. The ambiance of the studio was relaxing. It was a very good experience that I thoroughly enjoyed.
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Nicole Paisley3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Nicole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I was a little apprehensive, but as soon as I got there Kristi made me feel so at ease. I truly had a blast. Everyone should have their own photo shoot once in their lives. I felt like a celebrity. It truly was a hoot. Thanks Kristi. Her work is phenomenal. She is an amazing artist.
Price assessment: Not sure
Services: Boudoir photography
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Schellisa J.10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Schellisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had a photo shoot with Kristi at Kristie Ellis, and it was wonderful. At 72 years young, I wasn’t sure how comfortable I would feel doing a boudoir session, but Kristi made the entire experience, relaxed and fun. The studio felt welcoming, we did at least five outfit changes, and she kept everything professional and encouraging. I’m excited to see the final photos at my next appointment.
