Testimonials | Chris Lake Photography
Testimonials
Jordan Eakin
Creative Director
"11/10, would recommend Chris.
I’ve recommended him so highly, I once tried to hire him again only to find out I’d already recommended him to someone else and he was booked. Which was devastating. That’s the bar: it hurts not to work with him again.
I’ve seen Chris in action, both at his best and somehow better than that. He plans meticulously, preps instinctively, strategizes like a chess grandmaster and solves problems before they even get clearance to become problems. And then, with all that groundwork laid, he casually trips the shutter and captures something stunning.
He’s not just a photographer, he’s a force multiplier on set. The kind of creative partner who makes everyone else's job easier without ever making a fuss about it. You can’t teach that. You either have it or you don’t. And Chris? He has it in spades.
Whether it's architectural interiors, outdoor lifestyle, or an on-set celeb, he handles it all with style, speed, and zero ego.
So yes. 11/10. Book Chris. Before I do. Again."
Monica Zaffarano
Tyrbe Production Collective
"In a sea of talented photographers, Chris always will rise to the top due to his personality. Not only is he VERY talented as a photographer but he brings a kindness, a joy, a calm and fun to his sets.
The whole journey with Chris from estimating to wrap is lovely. He goes above and beyond for his clients and also takes extra care of his talent while they are on his set. In short, any time Chris calls I will always find a way to open my schedule to work with him!
Talent with a side of kindness go far in this industry! I can't recommend working with him enough, a joy from the start to the finish."
Amy Jui
Healthcare Marketer
"I had the absolute pleasure of working with Chris for many years and I can confidently say he is one of the most talented and enjoyable photographers I've worked with. Chris's approachable nature, and positive attitude helped to ease the patients we were filming/photographing and created an engaging experience for everyone involved.
Chris has an ability to capture authentic moments and the final photos were exactly what we needed to reflect our brand in our advertising. I highly recommend Chris as he brings talent, creativity, and a fantastic attitude to every project."
Kristi Pagoulatos
Creative Director
"Chris is not only a super talent, but an overall joy to work with. I have gotten to work with him time and time again, covering an array of clients, and he has brought energy, comfort and quality every time. When working with real (non-actor) talent, he has the unique ability to connect with each person to bring out and capture their individual beauty. Even the most camera shy and reserved seem to open up when he's around. If you can't find Chris during a shoot, it's because he has crawled under the bushes or behind tall grass to get the perfect shot! He's collaborative and easy to work with and, though our paths crossed professionally, I am honored to now call him a friend."
Tanya Spickard
Marketing Executive
"I have worked with Chris on different brands throughout several years and would recommend him for any project that needs photos. Chris is always able to find those beautiful moments that help to bring a story to life. Whether it is portraits and lifestyle imagery, you can count on getting top quality assets. To top it off, Chris is a joy to work with, with an ability to easily team up with producers and videographers to make the time on set as productive and efficient as possible."
Rhonda George-Denniston
TBWA Worldwide
"I had the pleasure of working with Chris Lake Photography, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the results! Chris has an incredible eye for capturing natural, authentic moments, and his portrait work is truly exceptional. He made me feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the shoot, and I was genuinely impressed by his professionalism and attention to detail."
Sandra Skrzycki
Creative Director
"When I was at Arc/Leo Burnett, I worked with Chris on a great shoot for DeVry University. As usual, it was chaotic with a less than optimal timeline but Chris never lost his cool. He rolled with everything like a pro and made sure we had every beautiful image we needed. We photographed an absurd number of athletes in two days but I was thrilled with the results. I'd work with Chris again anytime."
Christiana Arvetis-Tye
Creative Producer
"Chris Lake's work is extraordinary on every level. Chris was assigned to me on a high level Allstate marketing/recruitment assignment. Despite time constraints, Chris immediately got to work, seamlessly worked with my video crews and captured everything I needed and more. Due to his many years of experience, Chris only needs to take a few pictures and knows immediately when he has what he needs. There is no need to endlessly direct someone to 'do this', 'smile like this', 'look that way', 'tilt your head up' etc. His affable and professional style puts people at ease immediately and you then end up with images which have captured a true sense of the person. I can not recommend him enough. I wish he could be on every single assignment with me because his work is an inspiration to anyone with a creative bone in my body."