Photography service · Kent, WA · 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%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%94+14.3Experts Score= 99Not 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.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#106 of 201 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 48%
5.0★★★★★65 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%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.
Google reviewers rate Melika Lynd Photography five stars across sixty-five reviews, noting that the owner replies to seventy-eight percent of feedback. Customers describe services including weddings, newborn sessions, family portraits, and corporate headshots, frequently citing punctuality, clear communication, and reasonable pricing. Recurring themes highlight patience with children, professional editing, and the photographer's ability to make subjects comfortable during shoots. No common criticism appears in the provided excerpts, as all listed reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 65 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 65 Google reviews (64 with written comments, 19 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 78% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 27, 2026.
Service: Photographer serving Kent, Washington.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 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: value.
Melika Lynd 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.Melika Lynd Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
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.Melika Lynd Photography: 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.Melika Lynd 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.Melika Lynd Photography: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
94
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.Melika Lynd 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: 62.–
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Star ratings
65 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars65100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 64 written reviews
96%praise
Praise10196%
Complaints44%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude3634%
Would recommend2524%
Speed & response1514%
Quality & results1413%
Communication88%
Honesty & trust66%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 64 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“She’s always so kind and takes such great photos and so patient with the kids.”
“I definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a photographer in the area.”
“My husband and I had Melika take our engagement and wedding photos and I can't recommend her enough!”
“She stayed in communication and was on time for our photo session.”
“Melika did such an amazing job capturing my family photos with my two toddlers and my dog!”
“She brought props to help and had communicated clearly so we were all on the same page.”
“We’re so in love with the photos, and I honestly can’t wait to have her be a part of all our future milestones.”
“She is professional and prompt, affordable and accommodating.”
People customers mention
Seattle4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
NNicholas8 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 days ago★★★★★
Melika is passionate about each of her sessions. We’ve used her for our wedding, first Christmas, and now our newborn. Each time we hire her she makes sure to capture pictures that will be timeless. Thank you 😊
NN3 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★★★★★
We’ve been working with Melika for 4 years now and it’s been absolutely amazing! She’s always so kind and takes such great photos and so patient with the kids. I definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a photographer in the area.
Great price
HHolly3 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 week ago★★★★★
Melika did such an amazing job capturing my family photos with my two toddlers and my dog! I love the photos so much and will cherish them forever.
BBliss4 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★★★★★
My team and I have had the pleasure of working with Melika several times, and she’s been amazing every single time. Her professionalism, beautiful photography and positive energy really stand out. She always takes the time to understand our vision and manages to exceed our expectations. We truly enjoy working with her!
KKarrie9 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★★★★★
I recently worked with Melika on a styled shoot. She is kind and professional and delivered the most stunning photos.
KKristen8 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★
We love working with Melika! She has been taking birthday photos of our daughter for the last 6 years now and every year she does such a good job capturing her personality and essence and truly gives us something to cherish! I cannot say enough good things about her! She always has such great ideas of how to pose and other things that we can try.
Melika is passionate about each of her sessions. We’ve used her for our wedding, first Christmas, and now our newborn. Each time we hire her she makes sure to capture pictures that will be timeless. Thank you 😊
Response from the owner · 4 days ago
Thank you, Nicholas for your kind words it's my pleasure 🫶🏻
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N P3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews N has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We’ve been working with Melika for 4 years now and it’s been absolutely amazing! She’s always so kind and takes such great photos and so patient with the kids. I definitely recommend her if you’re looking for a photographer in the area.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 3 years ago
Thank you so much for your kind words, it was my pleasure and I love your family especially your beautiful daughters 🤗
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Holly Douglas3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Holly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My team and I have had the pleasure of working with Melika several times, and she’s been amazing every single time. Her professionalism, beautiful photography and positive energy really stand out. She always takes the time to understand our vision and manages to exceed our expectations. We truly enjoy working with her!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you so much Janell, it is my pleasure working with you 🤗❤️
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Karrie Campbell9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Karrie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We love working with Melika! She has been taking birthday photos of our daughter for the last 6 years now and every year she does such a good job capturing her personality and essence and truly gives us something to cherish! I cannot say enough good things about her! She always has such great ideas of how to pose and other things that we can try.
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Thank you so much, Kristen. It's my pleasure, and I love your daughter so much she is the cutest little princess 🌸🤗😘
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Lauren Friis3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lauren has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Melika is truly so gifted and so amazing! I cannot say enough amazing things about her photography! I have worked with her several times, and she always exceeds my expectations! She is such a sweet person to work with and goes above and beyond. Definitely BOOK with her for all of your photography needs.
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words sweet Lauren 🤗
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Ambika Mehta4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ambika has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had a wonderful experience with Melika Lynd during our baby girl’s 6-month photoshoot. The pictures turned out absolutely beautiful, capturing her expressions so naturally and perfectly. The patience, creativity, and comfort she provided made the entire session smooth and enjoyable. We were so impressed with the quality of work that we happily chose them again for our daughter’s 1st birthday. Highly recommend to anyone looking to capture precious milestones with perfection and care. 💕📸
Response from the owner · 10 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind feedback
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Carly Rene Ceja10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Melika was amazing! She stayed in communication and was on time for our photo session. The weather turned out bad but Melika made our photos look magical! We will definitely be using her again! I would HIGHLY recommend Melika for your family photos!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much Carly for your kind words!
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Disha ChaudhariLocal Guide · 21 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Disha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had an amazing time working with Melika for our Indian wedding in Seattle! She is incredibly talented and experienced. She knew exactly how to capture every moment beautifully, from the vibrant ceremonies to the candid emotional shots. Beyond her photography skills, she was such a friendly and calming presence throughout the wedding day and all of our guests appreciated her as well. She truly went above and beyond to help us, even with things that weren’t part of her job, just to make sure everything ran smoothly. We’re so grateful for her support and the stunning photos we’ll cherish forever. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and passionate photographer!