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Google reviewers rate this Charlotte photographer five stars based on two hundred and sixty three reviews, noting that the owner responds to all feedback. Clients describe studio sessions for dance, fitness, and headshots as professional and comfortable, highlighting effective communication, pose guidance, and lighting expertise. The photographer is noted for punctuality and flexibility in scheduling, while the spacious studio environment helps subjects feel at ease. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, which consistently praise the final image quality and collaborative process.
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266 Google reviews we collected
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“Rick is a complete professional, put us completely at ease and was able to work with us on a schedule that made all of us happy.”
“is someone I trust to work with my students, and I would confidently recommend him to dancers and teachers looking for a photographer who knows how to…”
“I felt so comfortable in his studio and could not recommend him more!”
“Working with Rick was an excellent experience from start to finish.”
“Along with being communicative during the whole process, the entire shoot as a whole was structured very well and had a great creative energy flow.”
“From the beginning, he was punctual, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about fitness photography, which gave me confidence throughout the session.”
“Photoshoots can feel a little exposed, but this was a genuinely fun experience.”
“Incredible photographer and also reasonable with pricing!”
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Customers hired Rick Belden Photography for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
A great experience! This was my second time working with Rick and he always creates such a fun environment and brings such knowledge into his work! On top of that, the photos are gorgeous and he offers a variety of different advice on lightings to really capture every pose! Totally recommend!!
Rick is a complete professional, put us completely at ease and was able to work with us on a schedule that made all of us happy. The process is simple, and he makes you look great!
Working with Rick was an excellent experience from start to finish. He made the process comfortable, relaxed, and collaborative, which makes a real difference when you're in front of the camera. The finished photographs were outstanding, and I'm very happy with the results. Photoshoots can feel a little exposed, but…
Rick was so easy to work with. He clearly has an eye for capturing strength and beauty. I especially love his lighting. Can’t wait to work with Rick again!
Rick was fantastic! His knowledge of lighting and the camera gave me better results than I could have possibly hoped for. If you need a photographer in the Charlotte area, Rick is the man you want to hire.
Rick is a great photographer. Very professional, has an awesome studio and wonderful to work with. His knowledge of lightning is impressive. Such a fun experience all around.
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Headshots and portraits | 26 | — |
| Portrait photography | 15 | — |
| Corporate photography | 4 | — |
| Events and parties | 4 | — |
| Party photography | 3 | — |
| Commercial photography | 3 | — |
5.0 ★★★★★ 263 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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A great experience! This was my second time working with Rick and he always creates such a fun environment and brings such knowledge into his work! On top of that, the photos are gorgeous and he offers a variety of different advice on lightings to really capture every pose! Totally recommend!!
Addyson you are such a please to create with!
Rick is a complete professional, put us completely at ease and was able to work with us on a schedule that made all of us happy. The process is simple, and he makes you look great!
Thank you Stephen, you and family were great to work with!
Working with Rick was an excellent experience from start to finish. He made the process comfortable, relaxed, and collaborative, which makes a real difference when you're in front of the camera. The finished photographs were outstanding, and I'm very happy with the results. Photoshoots can feel a little exposed, but this was a genuinely fun experience. For dancers, Rick has a good eye for capturing the individual and finding the best lines. As a dance educator and former professional dancer, I know how important it is to work with a photographer who understands what makes a dancer look their best. Rick is someone I trust to work with my students, and I would confidently recommend him to dancers and teachers looking for a photographer who knows how to photograph dancers well.
Thank you Jared for the nice review, it was a pleasure working with you,.
Thank you Rick for such an amazing experience. Pictures came out great
Thank you Jenny for the nice review, your Daughter was great to work with!
Rick was so easy to work with. He clearly has an eye for capturing strength and beauty. I especially love his lighting. Can’t wait to work with Rick again!
Thank you Colleen for the nice review, your Daughter was great to work with!
Rick was fantastic! His knowledge of lighting and the camera gave me better results than I could have possibly hoped for. If you need a photographer in the Charlotte area, Rick is the man you want to hire.
Thanks Scott you were very easy to create with!
Rick is a great photographer. Very professional, has an awesome studio and wonderful to work with. His knowledge of lightning is impressive. Such a fun experience all around.
Thanks for all of the help during the shoot Dena!
Rick was so amazing with our collaboration shoot! The pictures turned out amazing! If you were to look for a photographer for any shoot definitely recommend Rick!
Daryna, you were just wonderful to create with...very professional and photograph just beautifully!
The whole experience with Rick was outstanding. He makes model feel so safe and respected. Also, he motivate a lot space very bright and inspiring. Rick is a professional. would love to do photo shoot again with him.
Thank you so much for coming to the shoot, you were a big help and it was a fun experience!
My daughter, who is a trainee with Charlotte Ballet, had a fantastic photo shoot with Rick Belden! He was very patient and made sure she got the shots she needed and wanted. Rick is very knowledgeable and knows how to capture amazing shots. He even took the time after the photo session to sit with us to narrow down the number of photos that matched the package we chose. What would have taken us days to accomplish was done in about 20 minutes using his expertise regarding the photo selection process. It was a great experience all around. I highly recommend Rick Belden Photography!
Thank you so much for the detailed review. Your Daughter was amazing to work with!
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