Photographer · Jersey City, NJ · reviewed since 2020
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%98+25.6Value 15%91+13.8Experts 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.
#233 of 364 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 36%
5.0★★★★★40 Google reviews · 21 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 Kyle Watkins Photography five out of five stars based on forty reviews, with the owner responding to sixty-three percent of feedback. Clients primarily describe professional headshot sessions, noting that the photographer provides clear direction, plays personalized music, and maintains open communication to ensure subjects feel comfortable. The studio environment is frequently cited as welcoming, and customers report receiving high-quality images with reasonable turnaround times for retouching. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, which consist entirely of positive five-star assessments.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 40 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 40 Google reviews (40 with written comments, 4 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 63% of reviews.
Most recent review: June 17, 2026.
Service: Photographer serving Jersey City, New Jersey.
Data from Google, last updated November 6, 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: craft & service and momentum; weakest: value.
Kyle Watkins 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.Kyle Watkins Photography: 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.Kyle Watkins Photography: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
98
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.Kyle Watkins Photography: 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.Kyle Watkins Photography: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
91
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.Kyle Watkins Photography: 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: 63.–
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Star ratings
40 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars40100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 40 written reviews
100%praise
Praise61100%
Complaints00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2134%
Would recommend1321%
Quality & results1016%
Price & value813%
Speed & response47%
Communication35%
Honesty & trust23%
What customers talk about
We read 40 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Last year in April I had my first professional acting headshots done by kyle.”
“Needless to say my experience with him was 10/10, he is extremely respectful, fun, professional and has so much knowledge to share.”
“Makeup Artist Kat was extremely thorough and skilled as well.”
“I'm very glad with the photos that I have and I would recommend Kyle to anyone who is looking for professional headshots at an affordable price.”
“He was incredibly welcoming and warm and I felt at home immediately.”
“From asking me what music we should play during the shoot to keeping a good line of communication after.”
“Kyle was super thoughtful, and he put in a lot of energy and good vibes to help me arrive at some honest, natural moments in front of the camera.”
People customers mention
Kat4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Ellie3 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★★★★★
I had such a great experience working with Kyle. He was incredibly welcoming and warm and I felt at home immediately. His studio is super inviting and he guided me through the entire shoot with kindness and care. I loved how the pictures turned out, and he was so helpful throughout the whole process. Can’t recommend him enough!
Charlotte5 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★★★★★
Kyle was FANTASTIC! He creates both a professional and fun environment when taking photos, and really made me feel free to be myself both in my photos, and in the studio :) 11/10 Would recommend!!!
Quinton4 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★★★★★
Working with Kyle was one of the most fun and comfortable photography experiences I've had. When left to my own devices I'm not always sure how to hold my body or my face. Kyle gave clear direction and prompts that helped the process greatly.
Maggie6 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 had such a wonderful experience with Kyle. I had my makeup done beforehand with Kat (AH-MAZING makeup artist) and it made such a difference too. Kyle creates a super safe space and he knows how to talk to actors to get the just the right shot. The final products after touchups were also so great. Profile picture…
Eilis6 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★★★★★
Kyle was fantastic to work with! He played some of my favorite songs which helped us get really great headshots for a fantastic price. It was a fun and productive shoot!
Bryan3 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 worked with Kyle in December as a recipient of the Rising Star Plus Headshot package and I was blown away by the results. Not only is Kyle a fantastic photographer that made me shine in front of the camera but was also welcoming, friendly and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole process. Makeup Artist Kat…
Last year in April I had my first professional acting headshots done by kyle. I didn’t know what to expect at first because I had only been to JCP Portraits for any photos. I did a decent amount of shopping around with photographers all over jersey and new york. I came across Kyle's headshot samples on his site and thought they were exactly what I wanted! Kyle is VERY professional and stayed professional throughout the entire experience, he set up a zoom call with me to go over in detail any looks I might want, helped answer any questions, gave his professional opinion for the vision I had with my photos. This made me much more comfortable after not knowing what to expect. Kyle takes all of the info discussed and really creates the vision when taking your photos, he has a very fun way of getting you into character while photographing. Needless to say my experience with him was 10/10, he is extremely respectful, fun, professional and has so much knowledge to share. All of his photographs are phenomenal and up until this point have gotten me MANY audition requests and finally booked a lead role in a movie! If you’re in the tri-state area and looking for someone worth the drive, time, and money it’s definitely Kyle. I appreciated all the time and effort Kyle put into his work. I will be returning for any future headshots! Thank you Kyle!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Headshots and portraits
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Wait Jackie I’m crying thank you so much and I’m so glad you had such a positive experience and CONGRATS ON BOOKING!!
Ellie Pike3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ellie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had such a great experience working with Kyle. He was incredibly welcoming and warm and I felt at home immediately. His studio is super inviting and he guided me through the entire shoot with kindness and care. I loved how the pictures turned out, and he was so helpful throughout the whole process. Can’t recommend him enough!
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you so much for such kind words! I had a blast working with you and wish you the best of luck with everything!!! I hope you like the book!
Charlotte Alexander5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Charlotte has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kyle was FANTASTIC! He creates both a professional and fun environment when taking photos, and really made me feel free to be myself both in my photos, and in the studio :) 11/10 Would recommend!!!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thanks Charlotte!
Alina Garcia8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Working with Kyle was one of the most fun and comfortable photography experiences I've had. When left to my own devices I'm not always sure how to hold my body or my face. Kyle gave clear direction and prompts that helped the process greatly.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thanks Quinton! It was an absolute blast having you in the studio and jamming out to some Baldur's Gate 3 music!
Maggie Capone6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Maggie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had such a wonderful experience with Kyle. I had my makeup done beforehand with Kat (AH-MAZING makeup artist) and it made such a difference too. Kyle creates a super safe space and he knows how to talk to actors to get the just the right shot. The final products after touchups were also so great. Profile picture above is his work! Highly, highly recommended!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for the review! Have an amazing 2025!
Eilis Garcia6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Eilis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kyle was fantastic to work with! He played some of my favorite songs which helped us get really great headshots for a fantastic price. It was a fun and productive shoot!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much! I had such a great time working with you :)
Bryan J Mangam3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Bryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I worked with Kyle in December as a recipient of the Rising Star Plus Headshot package and I was blown away by the results. Not only is Kyle a fantastic photographer that made me shine in front of the camera but was also welcoming, friendly and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole process. Makeup Artist Kat was extremely thorough and skilled as well. Overall the value and expertise working with Kyle was exactly what I was looking for and I'd highly recommend to anyone looking to level up their headshots!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you for an incredible last shoot of 2024!
Paul Anderson7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Paul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Kyle was very professional and provided great direction during our session. The most fun I’ve had taking headshot photos. I’ll be going back to Kyle again the next time I need new headshots. Thank you Sir!
Ivan Martinez1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Ivan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
