Photography studio · Meriden, CT · reviewed since 2015
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%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not 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.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#9 of 57 art classesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 86%
5.0★★★★★69 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★, 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.
Google reviewers rate Sassy Mouth Photography five stars based on sixty-nine reviews, noting the owner responds to forty-three percent of feedback. Clients frequently praise professional headshot and family sessions for creating comfortable, fun environments that produce natural results. Recurring themes include punctual delivery, clear communication, and helpful business advice during special Illumination sessions. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, which consistently highlight positive experiences with the studio's services and atmosphere.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 69 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 69 Google reviews (67 with written comments, 5 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 43% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 15, 2026.
Service: Art Class serving Meriden, Connecticut.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.
Score profile vs other art classes
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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Sassy Mouth PhotographyArt Classes 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.Sassy Mouth Photography: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
99
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.Sassy Mouth Photography: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
98
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.Sassy Mouth Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
100
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.Sassy Mouth Photography: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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: 78.–
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Star ratings
69 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars69100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 67 written reviews
94%praise
Praise5194%
Complaints36%
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 price480%
Reasonable120%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend1833%
Staff & attitude1324%
Honesty & trust815%
Quality & results611%
Speed & response611%
Communication24%
Price & value12%
What customers talk about
We read 67 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I would highly recommend her to anyone, especially if you don’t love being in front of the camera.”
“Watching her grow in success over these years has been amazing & I can't recommend her to enough people!”
“I was a little nervous for my first professional headshots, as I don't often get my picture taken and she was great at making me feel comfortable and…”
“I was honestly dreading getting headshots, but Marisa immediately put me at ease.”
“Marisa did an amazing job not only providing a fun and comfortable space during the photo shoot but delivering beautiful work in a timely manner.”
“She delivers images very quickly and you can always count on a cute sneak peak from her socials to share on your socials.”
“She explains everything in an easy-to-understand way, she is so creative, and 2 hours felt like only 2 minutes went by because she is just so fun and…”
“She advised me on things like pricing, marketing, and client correspondence.”
People customers mention
Marisa27 reviews
Marissa4 reviews
Glam3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Sassy Mouth Photography for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
CCWLocal Guide · 15 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★★★★★
What a fun experience with Marisa at Sassy Mouth Photography! I was a little nervous for my first professional headshots, as I don't often get my picture taken and she was great at making me feel comfortable and ensuring that the pictures looked natural and comfortable. The photos turned out great and I wouldn't…
Headshot photography
YYazmin3 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Marisa did an amazing job not only providing a fun and comfortable space during the photo shoot but delivering beautiful work in a timely manner.
Reasonable priceHeadshot photography
JJill2 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★★★★★
If you get the opportunity to have a photo session with Marisa, make sure you take it! I cannot begin to describe how fun and welcoming she is. I felt like I had known her for years! Her energy is amazing. She made me feel so comfortable that I was laughing almost the whole time. Just a hands down awesome experience. I can’t wait to come back!
Headshot photography
JJulie2 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
I was honestly dreading getting headshots, but Marisa immediately put me at ease. From the moment we started, she made me feel comfortable, relaxed, and laughing. She never made me feel rushed and really took the time to make sure everything was right. Her talent truly showed through in the pictures. They looked…
Great price
MMelinda5 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
Marisa was amazing to work with and incredibly helpful. She guided me through each step and helped me create a clear plan I could actually use every day in my business. I’d highly recommend an Illumination Session with her to any photographer or business owner wanting more clarity and confidence in getting yourself in front of your target clients.
Great priceService not listed
GGINA2 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★
I wish I had known Marissa longer so I could have had many more photo sessions with her; she is, hands down, fantastic. Marissa is well-spoken and charismatic, and she easily coaxes your fun personality out to shine through in her portraits. I am extremely happy with my new headshots. As someone who does commercial…
Great priceHeadshot photographyHeadshots and portraits
What a fun experience with Marisa at Sassy Mouth Photography! I was a little nervous for my first professional headshots, as I don't often get my picture taken and she was great at making me feel comfortable and ensuring that the pictures looked natural and comfortable. The photos turned out great and I wouldn't hesitate to go back for any future photo needs!
Services: Headshot photography
Response from the owner · 11 months ago
Thank you so much Courtney! It was wonderful to work with you and I appreciate this great review! Looking forward to working with you again someday.
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Yazmin Morales3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Yazmin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If you get the opportunity to have a photo session with Marisa, make sure you take it! I cannot begin to describe how fun and welcoming she is. I felt like I had known her for years! Her energy is amazing. She made me feel so comfortable that I was laughing almost the whole time. Just a hands down awesome experience. I can’t wait to come back!
Services: Headshot photography
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Awww girlfriend!! It was so great to work with you!! I give you five stars back. Xo
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Julie Roman2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I was honestly dreading getting headshots, but Marisa immediately put me at ease. From the moment we started, she made me feel comfortable, relaxed, and laughing. She never made me feel rushed and really took the time to make sure everything was right. Her talent truly showed through in the pictures. They looked natural, confident, and felt like me. I would highly recommend her to anyone, especially if you don’t love being in front of the camera.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Aw thank you so much Julie! It was a pleasure working with you! 💙
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Melinda Macey5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Melinda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Marisa was amazing to work with and incredibly helpful. She guided me through each step and helped me create a clear plan I could actually use every day in my business. I’d highly recommend an Illumination Session with her to any photographer or business owner wanting more clarity and confidence in getting yourself in front of your target clients.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Service not listed
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GINA WHITE2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews GINA has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I wish I had known Marissa longer so I could have had many more photo sessions with her; she is, hands down, fantastic. Marissa is well-spoken and charismatic, and she easily coaxes your fun personality out to shine through in her portraits. I am extremely happy with my new headshots. As someone who does commercial film and television work, I am thrilled to have the essence of my personality captured in her shots. Don't just walk to the "Queen of Sass"... prance, glide, or caper to her with your best personality in tow. She will expertly guide you through your session and truly extract your inner beauty to reflect in her photos. Thank you, Marissa!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Headshot photography, Headshots and portraits
Response from the owner · 11 months ago
Awwwwww thank you so much for this wonderful review!! You’re a treasure, it was my pleasure to work with you in your new professional images!! ❤️❤️❤️
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Kristina Kuklova5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kristina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If you need perfect headshots and a good laugh, go to Marisa! Fabulous all around, she made me look and feel my best. Can't wait for Christmas season!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Headshot photography
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much, it was wonderful
To work with you creating your new professional headshots! You’re Absolutely fabulous 💯 See you soon for holiday photos!
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Nancy GreenLocal Guide · 36 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Nancy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had an incredible experience with Marisa.
EVERYONE love my photos!!
From the moment we started, she made me feel completely at ease—relaxed, natural, and beautiful. Her warm, fun, and curious energy made the entire session enjoyable. She has a true talent for capturing authentic moments, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only skilled but also makes the process effortless and enjoyable, I highly recommend her!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! I'm thrilled that you had such an incredible experience and that everyone loves your photos. It was such a joy working with you and capturing those authentic moments. Your energy and trust made all the difference, and I'm so glad you felt relaxed and beautiful throughout the session. I truly appreciate your recommendation—it means the world to me!
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Jay Suski10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Marissa is all sass and all class! She brings out your best when capturing moments during a shoot. We have used her services many times and I wouldn’t look anywhere else!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Jay, thank you for your kind words and for trusting me with your headshots over the years. It’s always a pleasure working with you and helping you showcase your professional image. I truly appreciate your support.
