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Liliya Penkal Photography

Photography service · Tipp City, OH · reviewed since 2018

How 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%92+54Reliability 26%81+21.1Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 90Not 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.90SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#269 of 312 photographersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 14%
4.9 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · 19 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
71%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Liliya Penkal Photography at a glance

Google reviewers rate Liliya Penkal Photography 4.9 out of 5 based on 55 reviews, with the owner responding to 71% of feedback. Customers frequently praise the photographer for professional conduct, flexible scheduling, and quick turnaround times for edited images. Services include family, newborn, and wedding photography, often highlighted for accommodating children and adapting to weather changes. Pricing is described as fair and inclusive of all photos. The primary criticism involves two one-star reviews alleging that a phone caller was hung up on during an initial inquiry.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 55 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 55 Google reviews (50 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 71% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 28, 2026.
  • Service: Photographer serving Tipp City, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.

Score profile vs other photographers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each 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.

Satisfaction92Reliability81Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 92 (median 99)Reliability: 81 (median 99)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Liliya Penkal PhotographyPhotographers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.Liliya Penkal Photography: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
92
ReliabilityReliability · 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.Liliya Penkal Photography: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
81
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Liliya Penkal Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueValue · 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.Liliya Penkal Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 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.Liliya Penkal Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies 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

55 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars5498%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star12%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 50 written reviews

  • Praise7399%
  • Complaints11%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2736%
  • Quality & results1216%
  • Would recommend1216%
  • Speed & response1115%
  • Price & value79%
  • Communication57%

What customers talk about

We read 50 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Liliya is professional, fast, kind, and provides beautiful family photos.”
  • “Liliya did an amazing job keeping family members of all ages smiling and focused during our photo time!”
  • “I would highly recommend Liliya Penkal Photography.”
  • “She also was able to get us in last minute and sent our finished pictures very quickly.”
  • “Her prices are fair and the pictures are included in the price.”
  • “She really listened to what we wanted stylistically and delivered it perfectly.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

monica3 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

Liliya captures memories that last a lifetime! She does outstanding work. In less than ideal weather conditions, she doesn't give up. I will be calling her for other sittings. Affordable, prompt feedback, versatile poses....if you have a vision, she will deliver!

Customer photo from monica's review
Portrait photography
Skye3 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

Liliya is professional, fast, kind, and provides beautiful family photos. She got to know our personalities so quickly and worked with us well. She is spunky and has an eye for perfect locations for photos. This is the second time we have gone to her for photos because we like her work so well. Not to mention her…

Great priceFamily and groupPortrait photographyGroup photography
AnnaLocal Guide · 5 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

Liliya did an amazing job keeping family members of all ages smiling and focused during our photo time! We were worried about rain, but she had a backup plan with natural lighting nearby, and was ready to transition outside as soon as the sun came out. We are beyond pleased with our photos!

Jessica4 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

Our photos turned out beautifully. She really listened to what we wanted stylistically and delivered it perfectly.

Great priceNewborn photography
Kendra3 reviewsTotal 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 2 years ago★★★★★

Liliya is amazing! She is very detail oriented and does a great job making sure everything is right in place to get the best shot! Our pictures turned out beautiful ❤️

Tamina10 reviewsTotal 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 years ago★★★★★

Liliya did an amazing job! She drove over an hour out of her way, photographed us for 2 or so hours, edited and sent us all of the photos within just a couple days. She was extremely professional and kind and the photos turned out incredible! You could tell that she knew exactly what she was doing. I highly recommend her.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 55 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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monica sutter3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews monica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Liliya captures memories that last a lifetime! She does outstanding work. In less than ideal weather conditions, she doesn't give up. I will be calling her for other sittings. Affordable, prompt feedback, versatile poses....if you have a vision, she will deliver!

  • Services: Portrait photography
Skye Grube3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Skye has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Liliya is professional, fast, kind, and provides beautiful family photos. She got to know our personalities so quickly and worked with us well. She is spunky and has an eye for perfect locations for photos. This is the second time we have gone to her for photos because we like her work so well. Not to mention her turn around time- we had our full gallery 24 hours after the session. Shes awesome.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Family and group, Portrait photography, Group photography
Anna KelsonLocal Guide · 5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Anna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Liliya did an amazing job keeping family members of all ages smiling and focused during our photo time! We were worried about rain, but she had a backup plan with natural lighting nearby, and was ready to transition outside as soon as the sun came out. We are beyond pleased with our photos!

Jessica Tipton4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our photos turned out beautifully. She really listened to what we wanted stylistically and delivered it perfectly.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Newborn photography
Kendra Giblin3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kendra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Liliya is amazing! She is very detail oriented and does a great job making sure everything is right in place to get the best shot! Our pictures turned out beautiful ❤️

Tamina White10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tamina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Liliya did an amazing job! She drove over an hour out of her way, photographed us for 2 or so hours, edited and sent us all of the photos within just a couple days. She was extremely professional and kind and the photos turned out incredible! You could tell that she knew exactly what she was doing. I highly recommend her.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you so so much Tamina!!!! I wish you all the best !

Alivia Bevan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alivia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

This photographer is the best of the best!! Not only did she get us our pictures back LESS THAN 24 hours later, but the entire time she was complimenting us and making sure we felt confident and comfortable. She even met with us beforehand so that we were comfortable with her, and our pictures reflect that. She’s also willing to work with you for pricing to stay within your budget. I would recommend her to ANYONE!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you so much Alivia!!! I enjoyed being a part of your special day!!!

Elizabeth Jenney3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Elizabeth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Liliya is such a wonderful and sweet person. She is very good at taking direction and giving direction as well. She is excellent with the camera and extremely professional. I will be hiring her again if needed! Thank you Liliya!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you Lizzie so much for your kind words! I enjoyed working with your family so much !!!!

Jessie Hoke4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jessie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing photos and amazing experience! She was so flexible with scheduling, so nice and kind and she had props that she brought with her! We are so grateful she was able to capture our family!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you Jessie so much for your kind words!!! I enjoyed the experience working with your family !!!!

Hello worldLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hello has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This was my first experience with outdoor professional photos. From my first inquiry to the finished photos, Liliya was professional, kind, respectful and took the time to get to know us individually. She helped our family to pause, get close to one another to create some beautiful pictures and memories. The cost was comparable to other photographers, she had our edited photos to us with one/two days. I would highly recommend Liliya Penkal Photography. We will definitely return!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Tracy, thank you so much for your kids words ! I loved getting to know your family and working with you!

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