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Portraits by Dawndra

Photographer · Seattle, WA · reviewed since 2021

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%96+56.3Reliability 26%90+23.5Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 95Not 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.95SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#171 of 215 pet photographyPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 21%
5.0 ★★★★★ 156 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.3%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.
99%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Portraits by Dawndra at a glance

Google reviewers rate this Seattle photographer five stars based on 156 reviews, with the owner responding to 99% of them. Clients frequently cite punctuality, flexible scheduling, and clear pre-session communication as key aspects of the service. The photography is described as natural and comfortable, particularly for families, children, and professional headshots. One low-star review mentions a breach of privacy regarding shared personal information, though this isolated incident contrasts with the overwhelmingly positive feedback regarding the photographer's professionalism and ease.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 156 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 156 Google reviews (149 with written comments, 50 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 99% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 23, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Photographer serving Seattle, Washington.

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: reliability.

Satisfaction96Reliability90Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 96 (median 99)Reliability: 90 (median 99)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Portraits by DawndraPet 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.Portraits by Dawndra: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
96
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.Portraits by Dawndra: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
90
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.Portraits by Dawndra: 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.Portraits by Dawndra: 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.Portraits by Dawndra: 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: 71.–
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Star ratings

156 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars15599%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 149 written reviews

  • Praise15496%
  • Complaints74%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price655%
  • Reasonable545%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude5132%
  • Would recommend4729%
  • Speed & response2012%
  • Quality & results149%
  • Communication138%
  • Honesty & trust96%
  • Price & value74%

What customers talk about

We read 149 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Dawndra was relaxed and professional and our one year old family shoot is stunning.”
  • “I highly recommend giving yourself the gift of her talents!”
    “I just can't recommend her enough, if you've been thinking of getting photos done, this is your sign to book with Dawndra.”
  • “When I reached out to her she responded immediately.”
  • “She was so easy to communicate with and exceeded our expectations in every way possible.”
  • “She communicated well leading up to the photoshoot and was prepared on the day of with additional dress options.”
  • “She helped with angles, made us laugh, and just a genuine good time!”
  • “She is worth every penny and I cannot even put into words what a beautiful human being she is.”

People customers mention

  • Sedona 7 reviews
  • Instagram 3 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

MariaLocal Guide · 15 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 week ago★★★★★

Dawndra is THE BEST! She always captures the sweetest moments in our family. She is great with the kids and really knows how to get a good shot.

Reasonable priceFamily and group
Allyn9 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Dawndra is simply the best. I had the amazing fortune of being gifted a mini session with Dawndra and it was such a fun and easy experience. Our daughter had a blast and Dawndra made it feel like we were just hanging out in the park rather than a formal session. The album we received is beautiful and the way she…

Customer photo from Allyn's review
Family and group
Cammi1 reviewTotal 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Dawndra was beyond amazing. The time spent capturing the photos was so much fun, and I felt very comfortable throughout the entire process (which is abnormal when getting my photos taken). I’m obsessed with how our photos turned out. They were everything I was hoping they’d be and more. Dawndra was very patient and…

Andrea1 reviewTotal 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

I am over the moon with these photos! Dawndra was relaxed and professional and our one year old family shoot is stunning. Thank you for the amazing forever pics!

Great priceFamily and group
Ryan5 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★★★★★

I had so much fun with Dawndra, playing around on our sunset shoot in Sedona. That sense of play and ease created incredible photos along with Dawndra’s great eye. I highly recommend giving yourself the gift of her talents!

Customer photo from Ryan's review
MarlaLocal Guide · 56 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

After a new cancer diagnosis, my daughter-in-law did her research and found Dawndra for last chance shots while I still had hair. Dawndra could not have been more amazing. Fun, fast and most importantly, the photos are amazing. I hope to use again and highly recommend!

Reasonable priceFamily and group

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 156 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Maria MarsansLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Maria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dawndra is THE BEST! She always captures the sweetest moments in our family. She is great with the kids and really knows how to get a good shot.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Family and group
Allyn W.9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Allyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dawndra is simply the best. I had the amazing fortune of being gifted a mini session with Dawndra and it was such a fun and easy experience. Our daughter had a blast and Dawndra made it feel like we were just hanging out in the park rather than a formal session. The album we received is beautiful and the way she captured the sunlight... I'm speechless! We will cherish these photos for years to come.

  • Services: Family and group
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

I adore you. No words!!

Cammi Hawkins1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Cammi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dawndra was beyond amazing. The time spent capturing the photos was so much fun, and I felt very comfortable throughout the entire process (which is abnormal when getting my photos taken). I’m obsessed with how our photos turned out. They were everything I was hoping they’d be and more. Dawndra was very patient and kind. She encouraged our silly ideas and made the entire experience magical. She delivered so much more than I could’ve ever wished for, from start to finish. If you are still on the fence, just hire her! You will be happy you did!

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Cammi you just made my day! If I could review you I would give you guys one hundred gold stars. That shoot was MAGIC!!!! Thank you so much!

Andrea Templeton1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Andrea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am over the moon with these photos! Dawndra was relaxed and professional and our one year old family shoot is stunning. Thank you for the amazing forever pics!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Family and group
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Andrea, this means so much. I loved our time together.

Nicola Breuer3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicola has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

As soon as I found Dawndra’s work, I knew I had to book a session with her, that her professional creative process and masterful visual story telling would capture the essence of my own inner artist and muse. She is a master of her craft, with attention to every detail and visual element and her passion for evoking inner beauty, mystery, magic, enchantment and raw strength was more than just a photo shoot, it was a ceremonial experience for me, marking the end of a large chapter of my life, moving into a new one. It was a very special experience for me. Dawndra is also a brilliant story teller with her artistic vision, and all her magical props and other worldly costumes that she was so generous to share. Collaborating for my portfolio was fun, inspiring, transformative and elevating…..and I am so grateful for her patience and generous spirit that brought my dreams to life. Also grateful to have another strong female friend and muse in my life. Dawndra is amazing 🌹❤️‍🔥

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Nicola! I am so lucky you found me. Thank you SOOOOO much! This means THE WORLD!

Ryan Allen5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had so much fun with Dawndra, playing around on our sunset shoot in Sedona. That sense of play and ease created incredible photos along with Dawndra’s great eye. I highly recommend giving yourself the gift of her talents!

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Rio! You and Osito are truly special. I love your story, I love what you do. I love Sedona. Thank you!!!!

Ashley BrownLocal Guide · 41 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dawndra is absolutely AMAZING! I needed photos taken for my energy healing practice and decided to do it while I took time off on my birthday. When I reached out to her she responded immediately. The stars aligned and she happened to be in Sedona at the same time I was planning to go. Her portfolio was so breathtaking that I booked my ticket immediately and flew out 2 days later so I could work with her. She asked my about my goals and intention for the photoshoot. She provided wardrobe recommendations and professional makeup recommendations. She communicated well leading up to the photoshoot and was prepared on the day of with additional dress options. We danced with 20+mph winds and she was able to capture exactly how I felt and wanted to convey in the photos. I felt, powerful, beautiful, graceful and fierce. Her ability to work with light and shadow made me look like an absolute goddess! I absolutely cannot wait for the opportunity to work with her again! Do not hesitate! Book her now✨️

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Ashley - you are the manifestation of my PERFECT client and someone anyone in this world is lucky to know, to share your light! THANK YOU SO MUCH! You ended this season in Sedona for me perfectly, with positive manifestations in the future! Thank you thank you! I hope to work with you agian!

Marla SLocal Guide · 56 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

After a new cancer diagnosis, my daughter-in-law did her research and found Dawndra for last chance shots while I still had hair. Dawndra could not have been more amazing. Fun, fast and most importantly, the photos are amazing. I hope to use again and highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Family and group
Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Marla! I had instant tears reading this. I have thought about you a lot since I met you. And here you are doing something nice for me despite what you are going through. You are a beautiful darling! thank you so much and you are in my thoughts.

Nicole HendersonLocal Guide · 133 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dawndra is an incredibly professional and talented photographer. I contacted her on a very limited timeline (due to family obligations like military deployments and cancer treatments) and she was able to accommodate us within days. She was flexible through weather and the busy calendars of multiple family members. Dawndra took heart warming photos of our family who is going through a very difficult time. She gave great information on what to wear and what to expect before hand. She has a wonderful ability to get a smile out of anybody! We will treasure her photos for a lifetime. We are immensely grateful to Dawndra!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

I am immensely grateful for you! Your family is in my thoughts and I am forever grateful you trusted me in this delicate time. You are a GEM on this earth Nicole. Thank you so so much.

Leanne Dingee3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Leanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dawndra did a shoot for our family and one for my business and did a PHENOMENAL job with both. She was so easy to communicate with and exceeded our expectations in every way possible. She made our family feel completely comfortable and was so patient and kind with our three kids. She captured such natural and beautiful moments. Nothing ever felt forced or overly posed. For my shoot, she truly captured the vision of my business and created an indescribable magic. The images she created feel so aligned with my brand and who I am. Dawndra is beyond talented and I definitely look forward to booking with her again in the near future!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Both of our shoots were a literal dream for me, and I cannot thank you enough for choosing me. I ADORE your family and your personal images took my breath away. GODDESS!!! Thank you SO much!

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