Photographer · Tobaccoville, NC · reviewed since 2021
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 55%91+49.6Reliability 24%83+20.1Value 14%75+10.6Replies to reviews 7%83+5.9Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#181 of 201 photographersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 10%
4.9★★★★★117 Google reviews · 23 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.8%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 the business 4.9 out of 5 based on 117 reviews, with the owner responding to 92 percent of them. Clients frequently highlight the welcoming atmosphere, clear communication, and all-inclusive services like hair and makeup, noting that the team helps nervous customers feel comfortable. However, low-star reviews describe a pattern of last-minute cancellations and disputes regarding the cost and terms of model calls, specifically citing issues with deposits and prepayment requirements.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 117 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 117 Google reviews (110 with written comments, 30 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 92% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 8, 2026.
Service: Photographer serving Tobaccoville, North Carolina.
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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: value.
This companyPhotographers 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.The Goddess Experience Boudoir: 91/100 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.The Goddess Experience Boudoir: 83/100 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.The Goddess Experience Boudoir: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
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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.The Goddess Experience Boudoir: 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.The Goddess Experience Boudoir: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 62.A
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Star ratings
117 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars11497%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star22%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 110 written reviews
97%praise
Praise12597%
Complaints43%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
95%fair
Great price523%
Reasonable1568%
Overpriced15%
Not sure15%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Quality & results3426%
Would recommend3023%
Staff & attitude2620%
Speed & response119%
Communication119%
Honesty & trust108%
Price & value75%
What customers talk about
We read 110 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The whole session felt like a really personalized moment that they'd put love, thought, and careful attention to detail into.”
“I highly recommend this place to ANYONE looking to have a good and confidence lifting experience!”
“Kari and Karen and their wonderful hair/makeup artist are all incredibly professional and warm.”
“If you where ever on the bridge about booking at the Goddess Experience, BOOK IMMEDIATELY.”
“Karen & Kari communicated with me the whole way through and answered any questions I had.”
“She did not respond for two weeks while continuing to add new content to her social media, so proving she was continuing to work despite not responding to me.”
“I honestly can't say enough good things about my experience!”
“It’s worth every penny”
People customers mention
Karen25 reviews
Ebony9 reviews
Kari4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired The Goddess Experience Boudoir for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
D2 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 had an amazing experience! As a plus sized woman I was very hesitant and nervous at first. But after arriving I was treated with care and patience. The energy was amazing and the studio is super cute! Good vibes, great experience, and I even got a chai latte. I felt catered to and cared for. If you are thinking of…
Sylvia1 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. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★
I honestly can't say enough good things about my experience!! From the very first message, the Salinas twins made the whole process feel so easy and personal. They answered every question I had (and I had a lot!!) and made sure I felt totally prepared going in.
The session itself was phenomenal. The studio is so…
Great priceBoudoir photographyPortrait photography
Kendra5 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
This is something I had never done before and was very nervous. I honestly did not need to be at all. The ladies were very nice and welcoming and put me at ease. Very laid back environment and my photos are gorgeous! Highly recommended!!
Reasonable priceBoudoir photography
TataLocal Guide · 22 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★★★★★
I had great experience with Goddess Boudoir. They kept in touch up til my appointment made sure didnt have no questions or concerns and that I was relaxed for my session.. the session was great they made me feel like a Goddess. I had so much fun with thee ladies from the moment I walked in the door. I definitely I recommend
Reasonable priceBoudoir photography
Valentyna4 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
If you where ever on the bridge about booking at the Goddess Experience, BOOK IMMEDIATELY. When I say I have never felt more comfortable, beautiful, seen and so much more. Its called Goddess Experience for a reason, Karen and her team go out of their way to make you feel like a goddess. It was an absolute amazing…
Headshots and portraits
Clarice6 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 8 months ago★★★★★
What can I not say. This experience was so empowering, uplifting and special. I really felt beautiful. Karen really made me feel so comfortable. My makeup was beautiful. Thank you so much for this Goddess Experience!!!!!
I had an amazing experience! As a plus sized woman I was very hesitant and nervous at first. But after arriving I was treated with care and patience. The energy was amazing and the studio is super cute! Good vibes, great experience, and I even got a chai latte. I felt catered to and cared for. If you are thinking of doing it, please do 💕! I have so many pictures and a great core memory made.
Services: Photo albums, Boudoir photography, Individual photography
Sylvia Blossomwood1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Sylvia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I honestly can't say enough good things about my experience!! From the very first message, the Salinas twins made the whole process feel so easy and personal. They answered every question I had (and I had a lot!!) and made sure I felt totally prepared going in.
The session itself was phenomenal. The studio is so comfortable and welcoming (AND CUTE!), and I felt at ease immediately. Kari and Karen and their wonderful hair/makeup artist are all incredibly professional and warm. The whole session felt like a really personalized moment that they'd put love, thought, and careful attention to detail into.
This was my first time ever doing anything like this. Honestly, my first time even being professionally photographed! From the moment I walked in I felt so welcomed, the ladies were so friendly and so genuine. I was so anxious leading up to my shoot date and now I think for whattttt? It's literally girl talk, immaculate vibes, and for me it was even therapeutic. They take the time to ensure you feel safe, comfortable, and beautiful throughout the entire thing. I felt transformed and the shoot itself was so empowering, I wasn't expecting that at all! I am more than honored to have had the chance to be a muse, especially for a small female owned badass business! #thefutureisfemale
What these sisters do truly is art, and most importantly they give women a safe space to bring out their inner goddess; the business name really does says it all lol. Thank you loves, sincerely this experience was ethereal ♡ I will gladly be your muse anytime! *wink, wink
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Boudoir photography
Kendra Hanks5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kendra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This is something I had never done before and was very nervous. I honestly did not need to be at all. The ladies were very nice and welcoming and put me at ease. Very laid back environment and my photos are gorgeous! Highly recommended!!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Boudoir photography
Malaika Beverly4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Malaika has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The Goddess Experience is aptly named! From the beginning of my experience to the end, I felt well taken care of. Karen & Kari communicated with me the whole way through and answered any questions I had. Any unease I felt initially, resided after doing my 15 min consultation. The consultation was a great mix of informative and personable. Unfortunately, I had to reschedule my appointment but rescheduling was easy. If you are booking, please make sure you read the information provided. It is very thorough & answers most, if not all, questions you may have. Overall, my experience was a 20/10 and I absolutely will be back. Kari was an amazing hype woman, Ebony killed my make-up and Karen's photography skills are incredible. They're an amazing team and the overall vibe of the studio was really laid back. I received my pictures and additional incentive (viewfinder) earlier than expected & the quality is top tier. If you want to feel like a goddess, you NEED to book with them ASAP. You will NOT regret it!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Boudoir photography
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
You’re so sweet Malaika! Thank you so much for this very detailed and kind review— you’re a gem, can’t believe this was your first shoot because you’re a pro! So happy that you felt immediately at ease and enjoyed your time with us and the team. We can’t get enough of your gorgeous pictures! Can’t wait to have you back soon ;)
The goddess team
Tata McCravenLocal Guide · 22 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tata has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had great experience with Goddess Boudoir. They kept in touch up til my appointment made sure didnt have no questions or concerns and that I was relaxed for my session.. the session was great they made me feel like a Goddess. I had so much fun with thee ladies from the moment I walked in the door. I definitely I recommend
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Boudoir photography
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you for your amazing review and recommendation! We are so happy that you felt relaxed and had lots of fun with us— we can’t wait to have you back.
-the goddess team
Valentyna Correa-Monroy4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Valentyna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If you where ever on the bridge about booking at the Goddess Experience, BOOK IMMEDIATELY. When I say I have never felt more comfortable, beautiful, seen and so much more. Its called Goddess Experience for a reason, Karen and her team go out of their way to make you feel like a goddess. It was an absolute amazing experience, we jammed, laughed, had fun taking pictures. Dont think twice, book your shoot whenever you can. You wont regret it!
Services: Headshots and portraits
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Valentyna, thank you so much for this glowing review! I’m thrilled you felt seen, comfortable, and truly like a goddess, and jamming, laughing, and having so much fun is exactly what I live for behind the camera. It was an absolute pleasure working with you and capturing your confidence. I can’t wait to create more magic together whenever you’re ready to return. With love 💕 - K
Emilia SextonLocal Guide · 3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Emilia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I got the absolute pleasure of being selected for a model call for their Fairy Garden set and I couldn’t be more happy and amazed at this experience. These were some of the kindest people I’ve had the joy of working with, and I felt so loved and accepted from the first phone call to the photoshoot itself. I’m beyond excited to get my final photos back and have no doubt they’ll be absolutely stunning, because they were even during previews. I had no idea how to pose or what to expect from a boudoir shoot walking in, and was honestly terrified at first to be that vulnerable and bare in front of so many people I didn’t know, but those fears disappeared as quick as the smile appeared on my face when I walked in the door. From a personal message board with my name welcoming me into the studio, snacks and drinks offered during the entire shoot, plenty of hygiene and freshness options in the restroom to stay feeling clean during the entire experience, and one of the sweetest Xolos to keep me company in the process, the whole day was perfect and I couldn’t ask for anything more. Thank you for such an amazing experience and memories I’m sure I’ll keep forever!
Emilia, thank you so much for joining our Fairy Garden model call and for this glowing review! I’m over the moon that you felt welcomed and supported and that your nerves melted into smiles, because that transformation is exactly why I love what I do. It was a joy to share the snacks, fresh comforts, and our little Xolo companion while we made magic, and I can’t wait for you to see your final images; they’re going to be stunning. Sending fairy dust and big hugs, and thank you for trusting me with these memories! Love, K ✨💕
Clarice Mcdowell6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Clarice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
What can I not say. This experience was so empowering, uplifting and special. I really felt beautiful. Karen really made me feel so comfortable. My makeup was beautiful. Thank you so much for this Goddess Experience!!!!!
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Hi Clarice, it's Karen and reading this made my heart soar, thank you! I am so honored you felt empowered, uplifted, and beautiful during your Goddess Experience. It was such a joy making you feel comfortable and creating that makeup look with you. I loved capturing your glow and celebrating your confidence. You were a dream to photograph and I’m so grateful you trusted me with this special experience!
Thank you so much!
brook smith5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews brook has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Every part of experience was magical, from
The energy of everyone involved to getting to select what pictures I enjoyed most. This will be something I will be suggesting to friends and hopefully can do again some day.
Price assessment: Not sure
Services: Boudoir photography
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Magical is our favorite word around here— thank you so much Brook for sending us your besties! We will take great care of them ;)
