Photographer · Elk Grove, CA · reviewed since 2022
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%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not 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.100SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#13 of 201 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 94%
5.0★★★★★40 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 Racquel Cowen Photography 5/5 based on 40 reviews, with the owner responding to 90% of comments. Clients highlight services including family, maternity, newborn, and senior portraits, consistently praising the photographer’s patience with children and ability to capture genuine moments. Recurring themes involve professional communication, quick photo delivery, and comfortable session environments, with no common criticisms identified in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 40 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 40 Google reviews (39 with written comments, 5 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 90% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 5, 2026.
Service: Photographer serving Elk Grove, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 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 value; weakest: reliability.
Racquel Cowen 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.Racquel Cowen Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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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.Racquel Cowen Photography: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Racquel Cowen Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Racquel Cowen Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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
40 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars40100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 39 written reviews
100%praise
Praise52100%
Complaints00%
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 price686%
Reasonable114%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend1427%
Staff & attitude1325%
Quality & results1019%
Communication612%
Speed & response48%
Honesty & trust48%
Price & value12%
What customers talk about
We read 39 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer.”
“Raquel was incredibly accommodating, professional, and made both of my photoshoots such a nice experience.”
“We had the most wonderful experience with Racquel for both our maternity and newborn photos.”
“Great communication throughout and delivered faster than what she estimated.”
“We were also blown away by her quick turnaround time.”
“She was so sweet, patient, and attentive with her, and you could tell how much she genuinely cared about making the experience special.”
“She is well worth the money, hire her as your photographer!”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Racquel Cowen Photography for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Veronica1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Raquel was incredibly accommodating, professional, and made both of my photoshoots such a nice experience.
I did two photoshoots with her. For my daughter’s birthday, we did a tea party princess shoot, and Raquel truly made her feel like a little princess. She was so sweet, patient, and attentive with her, and you…
Jenn5 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
We've hired Racquel Cowen Photography for our family pictures for three years now, and she is amazing! Our daughters are completely comfortable with her, and she gets my little one to give her real smile every time. No fake smiles here! She also takes the time to adjust us so we look our best, and she always…
Great price
Sarah5 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Very detailed oriented, very welcoming and warm vibes. Racquel definitely knows what she's doing. I admire how she interacted with my little one. The photos are amazing
Astaria3 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
We loved Racquel! She was great with our newborn son. Very calm & soothing - the pictures came out amazing!
We will be returning for our family photos in the future.
Ashley10 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★★★★★
Raquel did my family photos and she is amazing! So kind and patient with my rambunctious boys and truly got some incredible shots! I highly recommend her for any of your photography needs.
Great price
Hanh5 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 2 months ago★★★★★
2022 initial review: Racquel is amazing! Great communication throughout and delivered faster than what she estimated. She captured my baby's first cake smash and got really adorable photos. Thank you again!
2026 update - Racquel has been our family photographer since the initial cake smash. We go back to her at…
Raquel was incredibly accommodating, professional, and made both of my photoshoots such a nice experience.
I did two photoshoots with her. For my daughter’s birthday, we did a tea party princess shoot, and Raquel truly made her feel like a little princess. She was so sweet, patient, and attentive with her, and you could tell how much she genuinely cared about making the experience special.
I also did a professional photoshoot. Raquel made me feel so comfortable and confident in front of a camera.
Raquel has an ability to make her clients feel comfortable. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer.
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for this kind review! I loved working with you on both shoots. Your daughter's tea party princess session was such a joy, and she did such a good job! The pictures are adorable!
It was also great and a lot of fun, working with you on your professional portraits. You did amazing! Thank you for trusting me with these moments, and I hope to work with you both again soon!
Jenn Claros5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jenn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We've hired Racquel Cowen Photography for our family pictures for three years now, and she is amazing! Our daughters are completely comfortable with her, and she gets my little one to give her real smile every time. No fake smiles here! She also takes the time to adjust us so we look our best, and she always captures the perfect moments.
Every year we're thrilled with how our photos turn out. Thank you, Racquel, for capturing these memories. We appreciate you so much!
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much! It has been such a joy photographing your family for the past three years and watching your girls grow up in front of my camera. Those real smiles are my favorite thing to capture, and your little one makes it easy because her personality shines through every time. I'm so grateful you trust me with these memories year after year. I can't wait to see you all at your next session!
Sarah Hunt5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Very detailed oriented, very welcoming and warm vibes. Racquel definitely knows what she's doing. I admire how she interacted with my little one. The photos are amazing
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Sarah, thank you! Your little guy is so cute, and I'm so glad I got to work with him (and you and dad) for both family photos and his first birthday cake smash! I look forward to your next session!
Astaria3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Astaria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We loved Racquel! She was great with our newborn son. Very calm & soothing - the pictures came out amazing!
We will be returning for our family photos in the future.
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much! It was so great working with you and your newborn for photos. He did a great job! I'm excited to see you guys again for family photos!
Ashley Henson10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Raquel did my family photos and she is amazing! So kind and patient with my rambunctious boys and truly got some incredible shots! I highly recommend her for any of your photography needs.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · a month ago
Ashley - thank you for choosing me to take your family photos! It was great working with you and your family. Patience and understanding goes a long way for a family photographer, and I'm so glad you're happy with the results. I look forward to seeing you guys for your next session!
Hanh Tran5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Hanh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
2022 initial review: Racquel is amazing! Great communication throughout and delivered faster than what she estimated. She captured my baby's first cake smash and got really adorable photos. Thank you again!
2026 update - Racquel has been our family photographer since the initial cake smash. We go back to her at least once a year because she always manages to capture genuine moments. The little smiles, the looks shared between family members, Racquel brings it out naturally and captures it all beautifully.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 4 years ago
You're welcome! It was so much fun watching her dig into the cake!
ElaineLocal Guide · 165 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Elaine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had a great experience with Racquel! She was incredibly friendly, professional, and made us feel comfortable throughout both maternity and newborn sessions. She guided us through every pose, which made the entire experience easy and enjoyable, even with a newborn. She also listened to all of our requests and captured every shot we wanted beautifully. The photos turned out amazing, and I couldn't be happier with the results. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, patient, and caring photographer in Elk Grove.
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Elaine, thank you so much for your kind words! Your family was wonderful to work with, and I hope to be there again in the future to capture more of those memories.
Cecilia Arechiga1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Cecilia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Raquel is amazing and our favorite photographer! She loves what she does and it always shows in her work, planning efforts, and unique setups. We recommend Raquel to all our family and friends! Book your appointment today. You’ll absolutely love the pictures!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Cecilia... it's been such a pleasure doing your family photos for the last 4 years! You guys always have the best outfits, and I can't wait to see what you do for this years Fall Family Photos!
Liz M6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Liz has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Racquel took the pictures for my daughter’s senior photos. We loved how the pictures turned out and highly recommend her! It was a pleasure working with Racquel and her husband. They made the whole experience enjoyable!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! It truly made our day. Your daughter was an absolute joy to photograph — she brought so much personality to every shot, and we had the best time capturing her senior portraits in Elk Grove. Senior portraits are such a special season, and we're so glad we got to be a part of it for your family. Wishing her all the best as she steps into this exciting next chapter! 🎓✨
Kelly Galassi3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kelly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
So happy with our experience! The pictures turned out great and they made everything stress free! Couldn’t recommend more!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
This means the world — thank you! Intimate weddings are honestly my absolute favorite to photograph. There's something so magical about the closeness and emotion that comes through in every frame when it's just your closest people around you. I'm so glad the experience felt stress-free and that the photos reflect how beautiful your day truly was. Congratulations again, and thank you for trusting me to capture it! 🤍
