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Genesis Photography
Commissioned by Canon USA to work exclusively with the printer division and produce all images for Canon's Pro 1 marketing campaign and prints for the printer launch party Gallery in New York City with Herbie Hancock. Worked with and photographed Carlos Santana, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, Terrance Blanchard, Poncho Sanchez, Buster Williams, Michael Franks, Tuck and Patti and others.

Delivered 40 plus platform presentations: Imaging USA, WPPI, state and local photographic organizations around the, and Adobe Headquarters in San Jose. Summer photography classes for students ranging in age from 5th grade through high school.
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45-minute to 2-hour presentation on total color management and workflow. Color Spaces, Profiling, Setting up Photoshop preferences, Exposure and Color Balance, Image capture (Raw vs. JPEG), screen to print matching and making the perfect print. 45-minute to 2-hour presentation on Archival Digital Pigment Printing.
Reviews (12)
Vicki Vasilakos
Vicki Vasilakos
Oct 09, 2019
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Vincent is a master photographer with a keen creative eye and superb technical skill. He captures the full essence of scene, subject and light in his lens, and then refines it to perfection in post-processing. Highly recommended!
Peggy B.
Peggy B.
Aug 20, 2013
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I've worked with Vinnie Isola for years when I've needed commercial photography for my business, Preston Wynne Spa. We've probably done half a dozen shoots over the past 20+ years, and his work is featured in our brochure and website. We just finished another one today, and I was blown away by what we accomplished in half a day's work. I really think he's wonderful, and some of the reviews posted here don't describe any experiences I've had with him personally.

I enjoy collaborating with Vinnie. Though I'm sure I drive him a little crazy (I'm a frustrated
Kathleen R.
Kathleen R.
Jul 30, 2013
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I received the same $300 certificate through my son's elementary auction, but I was looking for a high quality portrait, so I expected the $$$$ pricing.

They were flexible when my schedule changed last minute and were able to reschedule to a time that suited me.

Vinny was friendly with a great eye for our photo shoot at the beach and actually handled some rather nosey onlookers with ease. It was a high quality photo shoot with a relaxed atmosphere. Our service was fine when we reviewed the pics and made our selection. Vinny was waiting for us when we arrived and offered refreshments, etc
David A.
David A.
Nov 05, 2012
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My family and friends have had Vinny @ Genesis take artful photos (weddings, special events, afternoon at the beach, etc.) since 1991. We are always totally happy with the product and the support we've gotten over the years. Vinny's keen eye for the artful setting results in some of the most amazing, timeless photos you'll ever own. His credentials with manufacturers and recognition in the industry are unprecedented in our area. Many of the works we've purchased over the years adorn our walls - and the same goes with our friends and other family members. If you're looking
Kim S.
Kim S.
Aug 30, 2012
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DON'T USE THIS PHOTOGRAPHER, HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE & OVER PRICED!!!

I received a gift certification for Genesis Photography at an auction, bid $75 for $300 worth of credit. I thought I was getting a deal, but was soon mistaken. The sitting fee is actually $150 (1/2 of what the credit is worth) and the prices for pictures cost more than my wedding photos!!! It $125 for a 6x9 and the packages were ridiculously over priced. I made an appointment anyway since I figured I would get 1 free picture out of it.

When I made my appointment I showed up on time and was not greeted by anyone
Melissa H.
Melissa H.
Feb 09, 2012
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Whoever has given this place 5 star must have been paid for giving a 5 star. There is absolutely no way you could justify giving anything but a zero star for this place. I had to give them 1 star because there is no zero star option on yelp.

I bought a gift certificate from this place from one of my daughters elementary school options. The value of the certificate was worth $300 and I got it for the auction for $150 thinking I got such a steal. Wrong! This is truly not a donation that this place gave to the school. Upon making my arrangement, I learned their packages start from $1000 bucks
Michael S.
Michael S.
Jan 28, 2012
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I am a little surprised to see some of the reviews posted here and can only assume that people like to complain more than they like to give praise. I have known Vinny since 2003 and have used his services probably a dozen times over the years, always with great satisfaction.

Vinny is a wonderful photographer and his dedication to detail is well beyond what most people would notice or appreciate. He really cares about his art and he works very hard to make every photo perfect. Some of his photos are outrageously awe-inspiring.

Vinny is from New York, and if you know New Yorkers, you understand
Sannah Z.
Sannah Z.
Sep 08, 2011
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We received a $300 gift certificate from our realtor for family photos at this company. We called them, and they let us know that if we didn't get our photos scheduled within 10 days, they would not honor our certificate. We explained that as we were in the process of moving, we didn't have the foresight to schedule anything immediately, and would try to get back in touch with them in the fall. They reluctantly agreed to this.

So we called them in the fall. And we played a lot of phone tag.

They don't really do weekends (you're a photography company, are you kidding me?
Kristy L.
Kristy L.
Aug 19, 2011
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I am so disgusted with this place. I am shocked that this business is still IN business.

Still awaiting a phone call back in regards to our family portraits (already paid for) from a sitting June 1 (we were told 4 weeks till we could pick up). I have called on a bi-weekly basis for the last 4 weeks only to be faced with an answering machine, or if we were able to speak with a live person, to be given the run-around and the promise of a call back.

Yesterday I spoke with a kind and very apologetic lady who after hearing our experience, promised either a call back from Vinny or herself once they
Mike M.
Mike M.
Jan 09, 2010
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If you are looking for a Photographer look NO FURTHER! We were fortunate enough to have him take our engagement and wedding pictures. He is absolutely amazing. Look in my photo album and you will see a picture of me and my wife on the beach of Half Moon Bay.

Our home's walls are decorated with pieces from Vinny... if you want THE BEST.. you have to give Vinny a call!
Cynthia W.
Cynthia W.
Dec 27, 2008
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I purchased a gift certificate worth $300.00 at our preschool auction for $150.00. Foolishly believing that this would cover the lion share of the cost of photos. Yeah right!!!! The prices are outrageous!!!
Anyway, I brought my two girls in. The photographer must have spent all of 30 minutes taking photos of them then hurried me through the process of selecting photos. I was hesitant on an action pose that he felt had artistic integrity (whatever!?). You can barely see her face. I said I wanted to get a copy to show my husband and I would call back and confirm if we wanted to use that one or not
MoMo K.
MoMo K.
Nov 20, 2008
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I never get a chance to work with the photographer and the reason why I gave him a 1 star is because the way he talked to me on the phone. So here is the story, I scheduled an appointment on Saturday morning, but I was running a little late, so I called him 15 mins before the appointment and told him I will be there 10-15 mins late. And I apologized for that. He then told me that if I am not there after that, then he can't see me because he has another appointment to go to. It is understandable that photographers are busy on sat but from my point of view, i feel like that if I make the