Photographer · Jacksonville, FL · reviewed since 2018
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%97+56.9Reliability 26%93+24.3Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 96Not 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.96SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#152 of 201 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 25%
5.0★★★★★169 Google reviews · 23 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.5%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 the photographer 5/5 based on 169 reviews, noting that the owner responds to 30% of feedback. Clients frequently describe his services as professional, punctual, and highly attentive, with praise for quick turnaround times and high-quality image delivery. Recurring themes include comfortable interactions, personalized attention to details, and effective communication across various event types. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 169 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 169 Google reviews (151 with written comments, 8 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 30% of reviews.
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 value; weakest: reliability.
Photographer Terrence TysonPhotographers 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.Photographer Terrence Tyson: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
97
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.Photographer Terrence Tyson: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
93
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.Photographer Terrence Tyson: 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.Photographer Terrence Tyson: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Photographer Terrence Tyson: 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
169 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars16899%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 151 written reviews
100%praise
Praise219100%
Complaints10%
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 price3987%
Reasonable613%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude9342%
Would recommend4621%
Quality & results3014%
Speed & response2712%
Honesty & trust125%
Communication84%
Price & value42%
What customers talk about
We read 151 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Terrence was and his staff provided professional excellent service at our reception.”
“I highly recommend Terrence Tyson Photography for anyone looking to capture precious family memories.”
“His professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine passion for his craft were evident throughout the entire event.”
“He was on time, made sure to capture all moments, ensure all guests took pictures with us and interacted with all guests.”
“My clients have been consistently impressed and honestly, so have I.”
“He's always on time, incredibly prompt in his communication, and comes prepared every single time.”
“My overall experience was a 10/10 very professional and prices are reasonable.”
People customers mention
Jax3 reviews
Terrance3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Photographer Terrence Tyson for 5 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
NNay5 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★★★★★
Terrence was and his staff provided professional excellent service at our reception. He was on time, made sure to capture all moments, ensure all guests took pictures with us and interacted with all guests. Our guests praised his work. He is highly recommended.
Thank you.
Wedding and engagement
TTumeca4 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 month ago★★★★★
Amazing job!!! Terrence made my event one that I will never forget!! Picture quality was top tier‼️🔥Book him now‼️🔥
Great priceEvents and parties
MMarlonLocal Guide · 122 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 month ago★★★★★
Very professional, and competent. Extremely high quality product... Photos and videos returned very very quickly.. Absolutely no complaints. Captured all of our precious moments. Top notch work. Highly recommended. Book him TODAY...
Great priceEvents and partiesFamily and group
FForrestine1 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. · a month ago★★★★★
My family used Photographer Terrence Tyson years ago. Recently we hired him again for a family gathering. I highly recommend him. He maintains the same high quality, professional service. He listens then delivers what you ask. His turnaround is very fast, he knows how to capture excellent photos. A soft-spoken…
Great priceFamily and group
BBrooke9 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 months ago★★★★★
Terrence allowed for a pleasant, professional and personalized experience for our entire crew from the ATL! An assistant was designated to capture a beach stop then topped with a beautiful dining experience as planned from his own expertise. He was able to create memories without any guidance. Would definitely use his services again.
Great priceEvents and parties
AAmberLocal Guide · 23 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 months ago★★★★★
Terrence was AMAZING!! Highest recommendation possible!!! He captured the beauty in the women that we didn’t see in ourselves !!! He is kind, patient and treated each person with a level of respect and attention to detail that made everyone feel special.
He easily circulated among the group where we almost felt…
Terrence was and his staff provided professional excellent service at our reception. He was on time, made sure to capture all moments, ensure all guests took pictures with us and interacted with all guests. Our guests praised his work. He is highly recommended.
Thank you.
Services: Wedding and engagement
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Natasha WilliamsLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Natasha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Terence Tyson as the photographer for my 50th birthday celebration, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
From the moment he arrived, Terence made me feel comfortable, confident, beautiful, and truly seen. His professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine passion for his craft were evident throughout the entire event.
When I received my photos, I was overwhelmed with emotion. Looking through them brought tears to my eyes because he captured not just pictures, but the joy, love, laughter, and unforgettable moments of a milestone birthday. Every image tells a story, and every special moment was preserved beautifully.
Terence has an incredible gift for making people feel their best and capturing memories that will last a lifetime. If you're looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond, you would be doing yourself a disservice not to book him.
Thank you, Terence, for helping make my 50th birthday so memorable. Because of your talent, I now have beautiful memories that I will cherish forever. The photos are absolutely amazing, and I am beyond grateful for the care and dedication you put into your work.
You are truly phenomenal at what you do!
Thank you again!
Natasha Bailey-Williams
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties
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Tumeca Anthony4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tumeca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Very professional, and competent. Extremely high quality product... Photos and videos returned very very quickly.. Absolutely no complaints. Captured all of our precious moments. Top notch work. Highly recommended. Book him TODAY...
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties, Family and group
F
Forrestine Pierce1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Forrestine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My family used Photographer Terrence Tyson years ago. Recently we hired him again for a family gathering. I highly recommend him. He maintains the same high quality, professional service. He listens then delivers what you ask. His turnaround is very fast, he knows how to capture excellent photos. A soft-spoken gentleman with a professional intent to make sure he captures the best photos!
Ansley Family
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Family and group
B
Brooke Terrell9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brooke has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Terrence allowed for a pleasant, professional and personalized experience for our entire crew from the ATL! An assistant was designated to capture a beach stop then topped with a beautiful dining experience as planned from his own expertise. He was able to create memories without any guidance. Would definitely use his services again.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties
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Amber ShaverLocal Guide · 23 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Amber has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Terrence was AMAZING!! Highest recommendation possible!!! He captured the beauty in the women that we didn’t see in ourselves !!! He is kind, patient and treated each person with a level of respect and attention to detail that made everyone feel special.
He easily circulated among the group where we almost felt like we didn’t even think he was here, but then he would easily fit in and make jokes! His presence fully enhanced the party!!!
5 star experience
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Hi Amber, thank you so much for the incredible review! Making everyone feel comfortable & capturing genuine moments is exactly what I strive for. I had so much fun photographing your dinner party & sharing a few laughs with the group.
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Oyedola Ayomide1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Oyedola has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you for being a part of our celebration and for your professionalism, hard work, and dedication. Your contribution helped make the event a wonderful success, and we truly appreciate the time, effort, and care you put into everything you provided. We look forward to working with you again in the future.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Events and parties
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Neisha ButlerLocal Guide · 9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Neisha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.