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Photography by Misty

Photographer · Hackberry, TX · reviewed since 2016

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 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%96+23.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%99+7Experts Score= 96Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#174 of 233 pet photographyPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 25%
4.9 ★★★★★ 141 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
100%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Photography by Misty at a glance

Customers consistently praise the team for their professionalism, patience, and ability to make subjects feel comfortable during corporate headshot sessions. Reviewers highlight the staff's attention to detail in posing, lighting, and wardrobe adjustments, as well as the high quality of the resulting images. While most feedback is positive, one low-star review cites a lack of communication and unresponsiveness when attempting to reschedule an appointment.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 141 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 141 Google reviews (133 with written comments, 28 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 30, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Photographer serving Hackberry, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated November 6, 2026.

Score profile vs other pet photography

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: satisfaction.

Satisfaction94Reliability96Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews99Satisfaction: 94 (median 99)Reliability: 96 (median 99)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 99 (median 73)
Photography by MistyPet Photography 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.Photography by Misty: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
94
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.Photography by Misty: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
96
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.Photography by Misty: 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.Photography by Misty: 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.Photography by Misty: 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.Photography by Misty: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.A
99

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Star ratings

141 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars13797%
  • 4 stars21%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star21%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 133 written reviews

  • Praise14699%
  • Complaints21%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price343%
  • Reasonable114%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure343%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude6645%
  • Would recommend2920%
  • Quality & results2718%
  • Speed & response149%
  • Communication85%
  • Price & value32%
  • Honesty & trust11%

What customers talk about

We read 133 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “KK is a consummate professional, ever so helpful and the pictures she took were 5 star quality.”
  • “We highly recommend then to anyone who needs to refresh their photos with professionalism and fun!”
    “I cannot recommend her highly enough.”
  • “Misty is a wonderful person and business professional who really knows how to take care of her customers and provide exceptional service.”
  • “In short order she had me posed and quickly snapped a bunch of shots that we then reviewed together.”
  • “She’s incredibly easy to talk to, highly professional, and committed to making sure you get the best photos possible.”
  • “Professional, excellent quality and affordable pricing.”
  • “nstance where she was unable to take on a requested date, she found a trusted colleague to step right in and ensure continuity across all of our proje…”

People customers mention

  • Lauren 4 reviews
  • Jenny 4 reviews
  • Hoyt 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Photography by Misty for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

SarahLocal Guide · 13 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. · a month ago★★★★★

Very nice photographer for a work headshot event. She did her best to help me look good and make me feel comfortable.

Bori3 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. · a month ago★★★★★

KK is a consummate professional, ever so helpful and the pictures she took were 5 star quality.

Dondie11 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 months ago★★★★★

Everyone was so nice! The photographer is very experienced and patience with getting the right pose. Misty was great with helping me selecting the best picture. Such great people!❤️

Deondra4 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 months ago★★★★★

Misty and Christian are so freaking awesome! They made an very impromptu (for me) headshot shoot soooo enjoyable! They were kind and full of joy and it’s my pleasure to encourage others to patronize their business! Thanks for adding a little more sparkle to my day!

EboneLocal Guide · 29 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 months ago★★★★★

Misty and Kim were absolutely amazing! Every shot came out lovely it was hard to choose.

Customer photo from Ebone's review
Great price
Lacey5 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★★★★★

Misty and her team went above and beyond to make our team feel comfortable for corporate headshots! We highly recommend then to anyone who needs to refresh their photos with professionalism and fun!

Customer photo from Lacey's review

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 141 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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MartinLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Martin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
  • Services: Headshot photography
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Appreciate it! Thank you so much!

Sarah WilliamsLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very nice photographer for a work headshot event. She did her best to help me look good and make me feel comfortable.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much for the kind words, Sarah! It was a pleasure working with you!

Bori Cuoso3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bori has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

KK is a consummate professional, ever so helpful and the pictures she took were 5 star quality.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much! 😊 KK will be so happy to hear your kind words. We’ll be sure to share this with her!

Dondie Franklin11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dondie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Everyone was so nice! The photographer is very experienced and patience with getting the right pose. Misty was great with helping me selecting the best picture. Such great people!❤️

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Dondie, your face alone makes me happy. It was wonderful to meet you and help you select your favorite picture. It is always refreshing to know our team's passion for people and photography skills are obvious to others and, most importantly, seen in the results. Christian is a gentle soul who also knows lighting, posing and how to work that camera. Thank you for taking time out of your very busy day to leave us a review. Godspeed to you in the new academic year.

Deondra Jones4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Deondra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Misty and Christian are so freaking awesome! They made an very impromptu (for me) headshot shoot soooo enjoyable! They were kind and full of joy and it’s my pleasure to encourage others to patronize their business! Thanks for adding a little more sparkle to my day!

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

And the award goes to Deondra for one of the most ahhhmazing reviews we have ever received. Our passion for people is satisfied by meeting new people, getting to know them, setting them up for portrait success, and, of course, creating that picture. Your sparkle, Deondra, is the cherry on top. We are thrilled you are thrilled. And thank you for taking the time to leave a sincere review.

Ebone RayLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ebone has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Misty and Kim were absolutely amazing! Every shot came out lovely it was hard to choose.

  • Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

How could they not, Ebone? We do appreciate the accolades. You and your Marriott sisters were a lot of fun. Glad we could be of service.

Godwin TsuiLocal Guide · 88 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Godwin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Excellent photographer and time well spent

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you, Godwin. Your pictures came out great. From what I heard, you and KK made a wonderful headshot team!

Lacey Young5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lacey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Misty and her team went above and beyond to make our team feel comfortable for corporate headshots! We highly recommend then to anyone who needs to refresh their photos with professionalism and fun!

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Oh my goodness. Kim and I were wowed by your team, your founder and the work you do. Happy we were able to work together this time. Thank you for the great review.

Christina Entsminger-Reed9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Misty did an excellent job. I needed a professional headshot and she made the whole process super easy!

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

How did I miss this, Christina (not that I expect you to know)? It is always refreshing to hear that customers experience what we set out to achieve - making people feel and look good in front of the camera. Thank you for taking the time to send a review our way.

Naneth AllenLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Naneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The photographer ensure the shot was as flattering as possible! They gave the same care for everybody attending the event.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Yes, we do care about every person who is featured in front of our lens... and that was a lot of people! We appreciate your patience. Next year, you will not have to wait sooo long. Thrilled you felt celebrated - that was what the day was all about!

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