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 64%81+51.5Reliability 28%70+19.8Replies to reviews 8%61+5Experts Score= 76Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.76SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#5 of 19 candy storesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 78%
4.9★★★★★89 Google reviews · 14 photos
96%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Customers praise the studio for comfortable, professional boudoir and wedding photography, noting clear pose direction, high-quality images, and size-inclusive lingerie selection. Pricing is described as fair, and the owner is recognized for responsive communication and quick turnaround. However, several low-star reviews criticize inaccurate online operating hours, missed appointments, and a refund dispute involving incorrect item shipment.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 89 reviews (96% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 89 Google reviews (75 with written comments, 4 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 89% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 15, 2026.
Service: Candy Store serving Auburn, Maine.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other candy stores
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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.
Sasha Lee's StudioCandy Stores 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.Sasha Lee's Studio: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 67.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.Sasha Lee's Studio: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 64.B
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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.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet.–
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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.Sasha Lee's Studio: 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.Sasha Lee's Studio: 61/100 on this factor. Category median: 45.B
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Star ratings
89 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars8596%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star33%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 75 written reviews
97%praise
Praise6897%
Complaints23%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2231%
Would recommend1420%
Quality & results913%
Communication811%
Honesty & trust710%
Speed & response69%
Price & value46%
What customers talk about
We read 75 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“A beautiful, kind person inside and out and someone we are all lucky to know.”
“I recommend anyone go to Sasha for any photo needs but especially something like boudoir ✨🔥 10/10 would do it again”
“She truly cares about her work and her clients, goes above and beyond to give you a great experience, and is the best of the best!”
“Sasha communicates what to expect from her, and what she expects from her clients.”
“She was organized, communicative, and genuinely invested in making sure we were aligned on the timeline and every detail before we even met in person.”
“That level of professionalism immediately stood out.”
“Great deal on just what we were looking for”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
OOlivia8 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
I’ve known Sasha for years now and we’ve always talked about working together! Finally getting to do it, and with my boyfriend at that was a dream come true. The experience was very laid back, comfortable, and fun. I felt beautiful and empowered. Sasha created some intimate moments and captured them so beautifully!…
AAlishia2 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★★★★★
Sasha always does such beautiful work, while making you feel confident, comfortable and beautiful, too. She truly cares about her work and her clients, goes above and beyond to give you a great experience, and is the best of the best! 💜
AAmandaLocal Guide · 97 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★★★★★
This experience was awesome. All the way around. From booking to gifting my album to my husband Sasha was there for me. My husband was thrilled when he recieved my album, and now demands a new album every year. Sasha and her makeup artist helped to bring out my inner goddess in such a way that my photos radiated…
JJordan9 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
I have had the pleasure of working with Sasha a few times over the years and she continues to amaze me. She shows up at 110% every single time. She recently photographed and boudoir session and a few weeks later she photographed my wedding. Her turn around time is record breaking and her photos are absolutely…
AAmanda2 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Sasha was so easy to work with and the quality and amount of photos in our wedding package was more than we expected. She captured all the most special moments of my daughter’s wedding.
Lliz5 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★
Highly recommend, she made me feel completely comfortable the whole time and very good at directing for poses. The pictures come out great quality with lovely natural lighting that really makes you look beautiful.
I’ve known Sasha for years now and we’ve always talked about working together! Finally getting to do it, and with my boyfriend at that was a dream come true. The experience was very laid back, comfortable, and fun. I felt beautiful and empowered. Sasha created some intimate moments and captured them so beautifully! I also loved how the different sets felt luxurious but all had their own vibe. I recommend anyone go to Sasha for any photo needs but especially something like boudoir ✨🔥 10/10 would do it again
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Alishia Campbell2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alishia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Sasha always does such beautiful work, while making you feel confident, comfortable and beautiful, too. She truly cares about her work and her clients, goes above and beyond to give you a great experience, and is the best of the best! 💜
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Amanda HarrimanLocal Guide · 97 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Amanda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This experience was awesome. All the way around. From booking to gifting my album to my husband Sasha was there for me. My husband was thrilled when he recieved my album, and now demands a new album every year. Sasha and her makeup artist helped to bring out my inner goddess in such a way that my photos radiated confidence and sensuality. Sexy and intriguing without being trashy in the least. They looked like me.... but better. I would do it again in a heartbeat.
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Jordan Duval9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jordan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have had the pleasure of working with Sasha a few times over the years and she continues to amaze me. She shows up at 110% every single time. She recently photographed and boudoir session and a few weeks later she photographed my wedding. Her turn around time is record breaking and her photos are absolutely stunning. She puts her heart and soul into her clients and the photos and it shows.
Sasha communicates what to expect from her, and what she expects from her clients. I would recommend Sasha to everyone I know. A beautiful, kind person inside and out and someone we are all lucky to know.
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Amanda Walsh2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Amanda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Sasha was so easy to work with and the quality and amount of photos in our wedding package was more than we expected. She captured all the most special moments of my daughter’s wedding.
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Lost Valley Events2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lost has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
As a wedding coordinator, I have the privilege of working alongside many photographers throughout the season, and I can confidently say that Sasha is someone I would recommend without hesitation.
From our very first emails and phone calls, she approached everything with a collaborative mindset. She was organized, communicative, and genuinely invested in making sure we were aligned on the timeline and every detail before we even met in person. That level of professionalism immediately stood out.
On the wedding day, she was everything you hope for in a vendor partner—kind, respectful, calm under pressure, and truly a team player. Rather than simply working alongside the vendor team, she worked *with* us to create the best possible experience for Jordan and Devin. Her positive attitude and willingness to collaborate made the entire day flow effortlessly.
And, of course, her photography speaks for itself!
If you're a couple looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly talented but also an absolute joy to work with, or you're a fellow wedding professional hoping for a true collaborative partner, Sasha is exactly that. I sincerely hope our paths cross again because working with her was an absolute pleasure.
10/10—highly recommend!
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Hi- Fye5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Hi- has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Highly recommend, she made me feel completely comfortable the whole time and very good at directing for poses. The pictures come out great quality with lovely natural lighting that really makes you look beautiful.
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Alicia Sastamoine-RackleyLocal Guide · 29 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Alicia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I booked with Sasha Lees because I desperately needed a moment for myself. I wanted to feel dolled up, confident, and pretty again during a season where that hasn’t come easily for me.
From the moment I walked in, Sasha had a way of dissolving every nerve and insecurity. She created such a safe, comfortable space that it felt like spending time with a best friend rather than being in front of a camera. We laughed nonstop and had so much fun, which made the entire experience effortless and empowering.
Bridget absolutely nailed hair and makeup. I don’t wear makeup often and usually end up feeling overdone, but this was the complete opposite. Everything looked flawless, natural, and still very “me.” On top of her talent, she was incredibly kind and easy to be around, which made the experience even better.
This was more than just photos. It was confidence-boosting, joyful, and exactly what I needed. I will 100% be booking again, and next time I’m bringing my partner for sexy bedroom photos. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to feel seen, celebrated, and beautiful.
Response from the owner · 10 months ago
Alicia, thank you for trusting me with something so tender and personal. It was such a joy watching you soften, laugh, and settle into your body as the session unfolded. That shift is everything to me. You showed up exactly as you are and that is more than enough.
I am so grateful you felt safe here. That feeling of it being easy, warm, and a little like hanging out with a best friend is always the goal. And Bridget will be over the moon reading your words. She has such a gift for enhancing without ever erasing who someone is.
This work has never been just about photos for me & it means a lot that you noticed that. For me, it's about reminding people of their power & their undeniable beauty. I am honored to have been part of your experience.
I cannot wait to have you back and yes, couples sessions are SO fun. Thank you for letting me celebrate you. I am honored.
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Emily DziedzicLocal Guide · 28 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Emily has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have always wanted to do intimate photos and I finally got the opportunity to do it by working with Sasha. It was an INCREDIBLE experience. She made me feel so comfortable in my skin. We laughed, had a good time, and she walked me through every shot to make sure I was comfortable. The results blew me away. She captured me in such an exquisite way. I look glam and gorgeous, but still so much like myself. If you've ever thought about a photo shoot like this...do it!!
Response from the owner · 11 months ago
Our paths were meant to cross 💕 I had a wonderful experience working with you and look forward to seeing you again in the future.
