"This was so much more than just senior pictures. ❤️ It was about capturing memories, personality, and a special place that means so much to my daughter during such a bittersweet season of life. Not only are they incredibly talented at what they do, but we’re also lucky enough to call them friends! They truly went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was happy, comfortable, and got exactly the pictures she envisioned. It’s one thing to take beautiful pictures, but it’s another to genuinely care about the moments and memories behind them. And that means more than they know! If you’re looking for someone to capture more than just a pretty picture, I can’t recommend them enough!"

"I think I may have just found my family photographer for years to come. Creative Essence makes the entire process stress free. I requested specific details and locations and they exceeded! Creative Essence has went above and beyond in every aspect from start to finish. I haven’t even seen my finished pictures yet and I’m left feeling satisfied. That is a good “gut” feeling! 100 percent recommend."

"Bri and Shemar were both great!! They made the experience feel very safe, comfortable, and natural. The photos I have seen look great and they have an eye for photography. They both made sure I got every pose I wanted and added their own that came out great. They went the extra mile (literally) and made sure I got the locations I wanted as well! Can’t say enough about these two. I 100 percent recommend and can’t wait to book in the future!"

"I am so incredibly grateful to Creative Essence Photography and especially to Shemar! I was fortunate enough to win a contest for a complimentary photoshoot, and what an amazing experience it turned out to be. As the founder of Mindful Connections, these photos mean so much to me because they help tell the story behind my mission and the work I do in the community. From the moment I arrived, Shemar made me feel comfortable, welcomed, and completely at ease. His kindness is genuine, and you can tell he truly cares about the people he works with. He has such a kind soul and a gift for connecting with others that goes far beyond simply taking photos. Throughout the session, Shemar was encouraging, professional, creative, and incredibly patient. He took the time to understand my vision and made sure every detail reflected who I am and what Mindful Connections represents. What stood out most was how passionate he is about his craft. It is obvious that photography is more than just a job for him; he was truly made for this work. When I saw the final photos, I was blown away. They captured not only beautiful images but also the heart, purpose, and passion behind my organization. These are photos I will treasure for years to come. Thank you, Shemar, for sharing your talent, your kindness, and your time. Winning that contest led to an experience that exceeded every expectation, and I would wholeheartedly recommend Creative Essence Photography to anyone looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also genuinely cares about the people in front of the camera. ❤"

"We met to have my dog and rabbit’s photo taken and came away with so much more. Not only is Shemar talented behind the lens. He instantly became more like a friend. Someone that I’ve known my whole life. He took his time and we had a lovely chat. It’s more than photography. There is a story that is told. He did an amazing job doing just that. Thank you for loving my Briggs and Poe. (Also Briggs was obsessed with Shemar. Would rather be in his lap than in front of the lens) Such a wonderful experience. Highly recommend!"

"I had the pleasure of working with both Bri & Shemar on their website. They were genuinely some of the sweetest people to work with 🥹 They knew exactly what they wanted & were super understanding through the entire process. I couldn’t ask for better clients! I can’t wait to book a shoot! 📸🥰"

"Creative Essence Photography was able to do some videos and of course take some Graduating pictures of my twins. They did an amazing job. Very professional Shemar and Bri are amazing"

"Made me a memorial video of my deceased daughter and it was absolutely amazing from start to finish these guys were amazing and very professional "

"I did one of the free photoshoots and they were so professional and did an amazing job! They definitely did great at making the whole process really fun as well!"

"AMAZING experience, very professional with a lot of great shots. Thank you for the experience! 10/10 "

"They were amazing to work with! Such a nice couple and the pictures turned out great! "

"If I could give infinity times a million star ⭐️ review, I would !! Absolutely a blessing these two are ♥️♥️ Creative Essence has a heart of gold & always wants the best for their clients. Their time and dedication during photo shoots, outstanding. Patience with kiddos, kindness and love to anyone involved, & most importantly; committed. ♥️ we truly appreciate their hard work and loyalty to customers! Do not pass up their amazing and affordable photography!"

"1,000/10 experience. So professional and kind. It was my daughter’s 1st photoshoot for her 5th grade graduation and she loved every second of it to the point she’s already talking about her next one. Highly recommend booking with them 🥰"

"About a month ago when I got my Trust Trey Transport LLC signs put on my vehicle, I asked a random guy to snap a picture of my car… Didn’t even realize at the time, I was talking to the owner of Creative Essence Photography 📸🔥 Not only did he take pictures… he literally created a whole video of me pulling out the garage using just his PHONE. Now imagine what he does with a real camera behind the lens 😮‍🔥 I’ve been following his work ever since, and I’m telling y’all right now… 👉 His creativity is DIFFERENT 👉 His content got that “POP” most photographers don’t have 👉 He brings your vision to LIFE A lot of photographers take pictures… But Shemar creates moments. 🎬 💯 In the next couple weeks, I’m locking in a professional shoot for Trust Trey Transport LLC So if you need: 📸 Photos 🎥 Videos 🔥 Creative content Tap in with Creative Essence Photography ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5-star recommendation from the owner of Trust Trey Transport LLC 📍 Local: Southern Indiana & Louisville"

"Had an amazing and meaningful shoot scheduled for myself and two kiddos, ended ip being one of the easiest photography sessions I’ve been apart of. Rolled with the punches of my two sons, was very comfortable setting and got some amazing photos to hang in our new house! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻"

"We had an amazing experience! They’re so professional and did a wonderful job of getting my girls (infant and 10 yo) to cooperate and got incredible shots!We had an amazing experience! They’re so professional and did a wonderful job of getting my girls (infant and 10 yo) to cooperate and got incredible shots!"

"Shemar took pictures for our son’s first birthday party today, and we couldn’t have been more grateful. He made it so easy for us to enjoy the day and live in the moment with everyone. We had so many comments from guests about how involved he was and how he did a good job of not just simply taking pictures but capturing the special moments. It was very clear that he loves what he does, and we are so glad that he was recommended to us! We cannot wait to receive the pictures, but we already know they will be great 🙂 10/10 recommend to anyone who needs pictures done!"