kind words and tender thoughts from past and present
Cynthia is nothing short of amazing! It was a pleasure shooting with her. She made me feel so comfortable, free, and empowered. Her creativity is unmatched, if I could give her ten stars I would. - Mallory B. 02/12/2021
“Super professional, super creative, took an idea I had and ran with it + added her own ideas. Very thorough even months ahead of the shoot to ensure I got exactly what I wanted out of the shoot. I booked a maternity shoot with her but ended up with the cutest family shots, as she just outdoes herself every time. She took her time during the shoot, as well and didn’t rush which I can definitely appreciate! 10/10 would recommend Cynthia.” - Brook S. 06/26/2021
“It was a PLEASURE being able to connect, create, and vibe with Cynthia. I am so excited to see the beautiful things we created together. Her photos are beautiful, her editing is emotional. She captures women in such a raw and authentic way. When I shot with her, I actually felt COMFORTABLE in my body (specifically with my breasts- which is a huge deal for me). And I now understand HOW and WHY these women in her photos can look so comfortable. Because they feel it, too.” - Michelle G. 04/21/2020
“Cynthia is hands down the best photographer I have ever worked with. She made everything go so smoothly and made my husband and I so comfortable as we are both awkward. You captured the most beautiful moments for our wedding and everyone is in love with these photos. Thanks so much!” - Kat J. 11/04/2020
“Cynthia photographed my wedding this year and she did an amazing job! With all of the craziness that went into this year she was extremely flexible with our schedules being all over the place. During all of our shoots she was very patient, especially with me since I'm not the most photogenic . She also helped a lot with our planning. During the big day she helped make sure all communication between the bridal party was on point. I would 100% recommend CDT to anybody looking for a wedding or engagement photographer! Thanks Cynthia!” - Zach W. 09/25/2020
“I hired Cynthia for an outdoor Fine Art shoot and I am so glad I did! From the beginning, Cynthia gave me very detailed and informative replies to any questions I had. We set up a phone call to discuss the shoot, and she was especially friendly and easy to get along with. I get socially anxious easily and don't talk on the phone much, but it felt as if Cynthia and I had already known each other for a while even though it was the first time we were speaking to each other. In the month leading up to the shoot, Cynthia was always on top of the planning and giving me any information I needed. I had never done anything like this before, so having her expertise was very helpful in easing any concerns I may have had. We shot in the early morning near sunrise at a gorgeous location. Cynthia knew the exact spots to get the most beautiful photographs, and I had an amazing time working with her. We talked a lot, and she was great at directing me and giving me poses to do (especially since I had difficulty thinking of good poses on my own). It honestly felt more like working with a friend than someone that I just hired. I never felt rushed, and it was clear Cynthia was ensuring she was capturing as many wonderful photos of me as possible. After the shoot, Cynthia kept me updated as she was editing the photos, and I received them sooner than expected. She provided me with a link where I was able to download high-resolution copies of them. I was impressed by how easy the site was to browse and use. She went above and beyond in providing me with numerous gorgeous photos to choose from, and I couldn't be happier with the results! I definitely plan on working with Cynthia again in the future and recommend you do the same! I never thought I could look so good, and I will be viewing these photos of myself with much fondness in the years to come.” - Charles R. 11/08/2021
“Cynthia photographed our wedding in September in the Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. The photos that she took might be the best photos I've ever seen of myself, as well as my wife. The thing I like most about Cynthia, is that before you have any photo shoots, she takes the time to get to know you first and that helps to make you feel more comfortable in front of the camera. 5 stars isn't enough to give.” - Hunter B. 09/28/2020
“My daughter’s photo shoot was so much fun! Cynthia was completely devoted to working with us and making it the experience I had hoped for. Cynthia made her feel comfortable and empowered. She is extremely talented and a pleasure to be around.” - Connie R. 11/15/2020
“Cynthia is an artist. Whenever my partner and I hired her for more of an intimate shoot, she not only delivered what we wanted, but also provided unique ideas that really captured our vision. She is so much fun to work with as well as extremely professional. She even finished editing and provided us our photos quicker than she expected! I will always recommend CDT to anyone with their photography needs.” - Dalton L. 02/24/2020
“Omg Everything. I first heard of Cynthia’s work via referral. Then I snooped out her work, like we all do. And I struck GOLD! Her personality, her work ethic and my experience working with her, her drive and her delivery. This girl is everything! She works with your budget and is more than understanding about the ups and downs of life. I was comfortable with her right away. This was my first time shooting with her and like I said, I went in expecting a little and was delivered more. She really got a feel for me and it showed in the pictures she took. I joined one of her boudoir marathons and was even gifted a bag full of crystal goodies and jewelry. Who doesn’t love an extra goodie. She makes you feel like you’re just two friends hanging out taking pictures of each other (but one is super amazing at getting the picture and the other is just me lol) and then she sets the turn around time expectations and delivered on time. She communicates and she understands; a truly genuine soul. I’d get naked for her any day. Hahahaha” - Stephanie W. 02/11/2020
“I had the honor of doing a mini photo shoot AND attending Women and Wildlife with Cynthia. For both photo shoots she made me feel extremely comfortable! I’m a super awkward person and I’m not good at posing but she walked me through all of it and helped me to feel beautiful. The photos were completely amazing, she is wonderful at what she does. She has this way of helping you get in touch with your inner self just through her conversations. She is super professional and I highly recommend her. Definitely will be seeing her again for another photo shoot soon!” - Katie L. 07/06/2019
“My wife and I had the best experience with Cynthia. Being in a big metroplex like DFW we had literally no idea what we wanted in a photographer and where to begin looking. When my wife found Cynthia and shared with me her style we both agreed she seemed like she'd be a great fit. It wasn't until meeting her that we realized she was the perfect fit. She spent time with us well beforehand in order to understand who we were and what we wanted our pictures to be about. Because of her preparation, Cynthia brought a very chill and relaxed vibe on our wedding day which was much appreciated on an already very stressful day. She let us completely enjoy the day while also capturing all our favorite moments with our family and friends. Her demeanor with everyone at the wedding was amazing and we had several people at the wedding tell us how hard she was working to capture all the big moments. Not shockingly, the pictures turned out perfect and she turned them around to us in an amazingly short amount of time. Thanks again Cynthia, we would recommend her to anyone!” - Jesse U. 10/10/2019
“Cynthia is chill, she's got good vibes. She's also very passionate about her photography and you will sense her adaptive style from her range of works (wedding or not). I think she is very easy to connect to and she tries to soak in you as a person- y’all as a couple- as much as possible. This was important to me because ultimately, brides will get handed a lot of photos of a very special day with remnants of moments that were hard to recall. We let her do her thing as much as possible, as she has an innate artistic sense of the world, and she's got her own special recipe! We really loved our photos and got them much faster than expected. As for the process, she's been reliable, punctual, and professional person. Before, during and after. I really felt she was willing to go out of her way to do a great job for us from day one. I hope to always stay connected. <3” - Amy L. 11/19/2019
“Nowadays, it's really hard to find someone who is passionate about what they do but also good at it. Cynthia is truly passionate about her photos but she also delivers professionalism and detailed craft alongside every image. My wife and I just received photos from our wedding reception and we are loving it. It's only been two and a half week but we have already received our photos. Quality of photos are also amazing. I would recommend her and you would never regret having her as your photographer on any occasion.” - Yong K. 11/16/2019
“Where do I start? Cynthia is amazing y’all. She takes everything to the next level and will blow your wildest expectations out of the water. A month ago, I signed up and went on the Women and Wildlife retreat and I’ll never be the same for it. Cynthia brought together a group of women and kicked our butts (while taking care of us to the max). She rented us an AirB&B and made us dinner plus breakfast. She had the entire trip planned out for us including downtime/sister bonding. It was all soooo spiritual. Before we parted for our last adventure together, she gave us gifts and crystals for the road. After hiking half way up the mountain on the second day, I was terrified (I had no idea I was so scared of heights) but Cynthia never let me give up. She encouraged me and talked me through my fears. She made me feel like a complete and utter bada** even with tears streaming down my face. Climbing a mountain is something I never thought I could do but I did it with Cynthia and she made it art. I loved everything about the trip and everything about Cynthia. 10/10 would recommend her to all. She will change your life for the better y’all! She helped me see myself in ways I never have before!” - Sierra G. 05/24/2019
“Great photography skills. The pictures that are posted are breathtaking and will leave you in “awe” at times. The lady who runs this, Cynthia, is a young and great artistic mind in the world of photography. I believe her work will become wayyyy bigger in the near future due to the realization of the greatness of this expressionists work.” - Brendan W. 08/28/2019
“Cynthia is the best photographer I have ever worked with. If you are looking for chill, she is your girl! I would book her again and again. Her shots are amazing. We had her do our engagement photos and wedding photos and both surpassed our expectations. Cynthia is THE BEST!” - Shannon B. 11/07/2019
“We couldn't be more pleased with our experience with Cynthia. She made the shoot extremely comfortable and fun, which helped us relax and let our authentic personalities come through in the photos. We are thrilled with the end results--clearly the work of a very skilled photographer.” - Sam D. 01/20/2020
“Cynthia was more than accommodating. She flew out to Washington state to shoot our wedding. Even did my make up, as well as a few other ladies that were in the wedding. Our wedding was pretty low key, easy going. My husband and i wanted a small beach wedding. Cynthia ran around shooting the whole time. All the picture she took are so beautiful and heartfelt. You can really tell she has a passion for this work.” - Sasha W. 02/21/2018
“Shooting with her was such an empowering and inspiring experience. I am a first time mom and this maternity shoot meant something more to me than just photos. She delivered exceptional work, came up with a unique concept, and allowed me to be comfortable in my changing skin. A wonderful person, and sensational photographer! I'll definitely be booking again, and referring her to all of my friends and family.” - Cassadi C. 01/31/2019
“Cynthia is an amazing photographer and she brings an amazing energy to every shoot that made me feel more comfortable and that made my photos x10 better because they looked natural and they were BEAUTIFUL.” - Casey D. 09/19/2019
“Working with Cynthia was an incredible experience. The shoot that we did was a very vulnerable one and she couldn’t have made it a more comfortable environment. She knows how to bring the best out in people both internally and externally. Her photos are beautiful and she maintains her style and aesthetic while incorporating your personality too. I can’t wait to shoot with her again soon!” - Cao D. 03/03/2020
“I had run into Cynthia only once before, so I was a little nervous about a shoot with someone I didn't know. She makes you feel so comfortable and has you continuously laughing. Her pictures turned out better than I could have ever imagined as well. I love her and her photography.” - Jordan W. 08/22/2018
“All I can say is that Cynthia Tran is AMAZING! From our very first meeting, Cynthia was so involved and dedicated to capturing our special day. She asked wonderful question and made sure she was in the loop of things to know where she needed to be, how, and why. She went above and beyond - even helping me with cutting and passing out the cake to our guests!!!! Who does that?!?! We had a pretty big reception with around 250 people and Cynthia faced it head on by doing both photography and videography. This girl has vision, talent, and is devoted to her art through and through. We could not be happier with her work and look forward to working with her in the future.” - Aly G. 10/04/2018
“Cynthia is AMAZING! She is super sweet and made me feel 100% comfortable while taking photos. Our wedding was perfect and Cynthia helped capture those special moments that we can cherish for the rest of our life’s. She’s a rock star and handled my huge family and all their photo requests. The photos are beautiful!! I highly recommend her for your special day. Thank you so much Cynthia for being apart of our day.” - Alexis T. 09/27/2018
“I absolutely love working with Cynthia. She has a broad passion for the recognition of how beautiful our human form is. I remember working with her and a group of girls for a women’s retreat a few months back. I was very depressed and upset with how I viewed my body, but then once I arrived at the retreat with all of these women with the same insecurities, I felt relaxed and no different than anyone else in the room. Cynthia captured photos of a beautiful being that I didn’t know existed. She captured the beauty in all of us. Cynthia is especially patient and when she has a vision in her head she can create it in an instant. She is so comforting to work with and has a way with making a moment look infinite. Once I reviewed my edited photos I was in awe at how she captured my emotion and how beautiful I felt. She helped my confidence grow and made me feel new. She has such a warm heart and sweet personality, you know she is truly passionate about what she does. I love that Cynthia gave me the opportunity to work on her models and also gave me the chance to be one of her models for the retreat. I look forward to working with her again. Whether it be behind the scenes or in front of the camera, she is such a joy to be around! I recommend her for boudoir, weddings, portraits and family photos!” - Olivia G. 10/11/2018