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Rick Belden Photography logoHow 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%100+26.1Value 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

Rick Belden Photography

Charlotte, NC · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #45Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 191 pet photography · 5.0★ from 263 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other pet photography (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: satisfaction and reliability; weakest: momentum.

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.Rick Belden Photography is better than 100% of pet photography.A
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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.Rick Belden Photography is better than 100% of pet photography.A
100
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.Rick Belden Photography is better than —% of pet photography.–
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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.Rick Belden Photography is better than 100% of pet photography.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.Rick Belden Photography is better than 100% of pet photography.A
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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.Rick Belden Photography is better than —% of pet photography.–
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Customers hired Rick Belden Photography for 6 kinds of job.

Rick Belden Photography for headshots and portraits

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.26
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 99/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Headshots and portraits”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#2 / 28
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 26 Google reviews tagged “Headshots and portraits” · showing 20

Addyson15 hours ago★★★★★

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!!

Reasonable priceHeadshots and portraits
Jared2 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★★★★★

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…

Headshots and portraits
Jenny3 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Thank you Rick for such an amazing experience. Pictures came out great

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Colleen10 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 weeks ago★★★★★

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!

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Scott1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

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.

Reasonable priceHeadshots and portraits
Dena5 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 weeks ago★★★★★

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.

Reasonable priceHeadshots and portraits
Daryna6 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 weeks ago★★★★★

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!

Party photographyCorporate photographyPortrait photography
Edris5 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 weeks ago★★★★★

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…

Reasonable priceHeadshots and portraits
Chandler1 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Had an amazing time shooting with him! He took so much time to make sure all the shots were exactly how I wanted them. The absolute best!

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Lucas1 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Rick is an exceptional photographer who is well versed in many different types of photography and has an awesome studio setup to shoot at! I highly recommend him for all of your photography needs, for both shoots and education!

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Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Maggie3 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★★★★★

I had such a great experience working with Rick! He made me feel so comfortable throughout the entire dance photoshoot and knew exactly how to capture movement and all the little details. The poses, lighting, and overall direction were amazing, and the final photos turned out even better than I expected. They were…

Great pricePortrait photographyHeadshots and portraits
Shea1 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Great experience, very professional! He worked me through the whole process!

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Jennifer7 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★★★★★

Rick is incredibly talented and has captured wonderful moments in the lives of my three children over past 15+ years, including senior portraits of my daughter! Time goes by so quickly, but I’m so grateful to look back at all of these fun milestones over the years!

Great priceEvents and partiesBaby photographyPortrait photography
Farah10 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★★★★★

Rick is fantastic to work with! I had my graduation headshots done with him, along with photos with my siblings during the same session, and I absolutely loved how everything turned out! He was professional throughout the entire process, the turnaround time was incredibly fast, and the final images looked AMAZING!!!…

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Bridget2 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Rick was so great for my senior pictures. I had zero experience with modeling or being in front of a camera, so I was kind of nervous going into it, but he made me feel super comfortable right away. He helped me with poses the whole time and explained things in a way that didn’t feel awkward or forced, which made a…

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Katelyn1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

I am so glad I went with Rick for my headshot needs. He was super knowledgeable, and I appreciated this most when it came to picking the best shots (there were too many good ones to pick from!). The photoshoot environment was fun yet professional. Would definitely recommend working with him!

Reasonable priceHeadshots and portraits
Katerina1 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Rick provided an absolutely amazing experience!! He was so welcoming and generous to both me and my mother. I came in for headshots and he helped by giving tons of advice on backdrops, poses and lighting. He has an incredible portfolio and I’m honored to have been able to take photos with him. I’d recommend him to…

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Carol4 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Rick was incredibly encouraging and took fantastic photos. The experience was very successful and I felt like I had plenty of room to test out different ideas, play around, and have fun.

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Annalise2 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Such an amazing photographer with great energy! Takes fantastic dance shots and is very fun to work with.

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Taylor6 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

My experience with Rick Belden photography was AMAZING. He is super fun and he pays close attention to detail to make you get the best shots and look great. He definitely knows what he is talking about and is great at lighting and posing. He is even really good at posing himself. There was no stress and it was so laid back. Would definitely shoot again!!!!

Portrait photographyHeadshots and portraits

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