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# Michelle Drewes

Original Houzz profile: [Michelle Drewes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/michelle-drewes-pfvwus-pf~662848948)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Photographers
- **Location:** Sacramento, CA
- **Serves:** Sacramento, Arden-Arcade, Rancho Cordova, Carmichael, Fair Oaks, Gold River
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2025), for Design Photography, Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- Houzz Photographer
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Michelle is a commercial photographer specializing in Interior photography in Sacramento.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Photography
- Interior Design Photography
- Interior Photography
- Real Estate Photography

### Areas Served

- Sacramento
- Arden-Arcade
- Rancho Cordova
- Carmichael
- Fair Oaks
- Gold River

### Typical Job Cost

$1,000 - 2,500

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Michelle Drewes |
| Address | Sacramento, California 95864, United States |
| Website | http://www.michelledrewes.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 81 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Michelle Drewes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/michelle-drewes-pfvwus-pf~662848948)
- **Website:** http://www.michelledrewes.com

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- BFA in Photography from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2025), for Design Photography, Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### All 7 reviews

**★★★★★ — Lori Henle Interiors, March 2022**

> Working with Michelle is so easy and always a pleasure! She is not just a photographer but an amazing artist. I have literally built my website with her beautiful photos which includes over 9 projects! It's always a pleasure to collaborate with her on styling and editing a shot to present the best picture to tell the story. Her photos are crisp and clean capturing the most impactful impressions of my rooms. I can't say enough about how wonderful she is to work with and highly recommend hiring her!

**★★★★★ — PepperJack Interiors, March 2022**

> Michelle is my 'go-to' photographer for my interior design projects for many reasons. She brings shot styling experience to the table which is invaluable and something that not all photographers do.  She can shoot in many different light levels which gives me elevated finished photos.  And she remains calm and focused throughout all the shot setup and discussion.  The proof review and purchasing is very easy and streamlined making things simple post-shoot.

**★★★★★ — riegelmurphy, May 2013**

> I have worked with Michelle a couple of times now and have had the best time working with her! She makes it fun, but yet professional. Her creativity and ability to capture exactly what we were looking for makes her a fantastic photographer in my book. Anyone would be lucky to work with her!

**★★★★★ — khz29, April 2013**

> I have been working with Michelle Drewes for nearly two years now (since summer 2011), as an editor at Refinery29.com. She's never failed to be completely professional (on time, wonderful demeanor) and deliver top-notch results. She's one of my favorite photographers (and people in general) to work with.
>
> Katie Hintz-Zambrano
> Senior Editor, West Coast
> Refinery29.com

**★★★★★ — amandateal, April 2013**

> Michelle is a wonderful photographer. I have hired her several times to shoot interiors for my portfolio and I've been thrilled with the results. She always takes the time to understand what shots I am looking for, and then adds insight of her own. The result is beautiful, well composed, perfectly lit images and a happy client. I look forward to working with Michelle again!

**★★★★★ — User, March 2013**

> I hired Michelle to take portfolio photos of the largest project I've worked on thus far. I found her through Houzz and thought her portfolio of past projects was just what I was looking for. Modern, light, and airy with a focus on details.
>
> She was very professional and friendly and a real pleasure to work with. This was my first experience hiring a professional photographer (who wasn't someone I already knew) and I couldn't be happier with the result. I highly recommend Michelle for interior photography. In fact, I've already gained some prospective clients and I think those shots helped with that!

**★★★★★ — NEAT Method, March 2013**

> Michelle was WONDERFUL to work with! She is not only timely, but incredibly professional as well! She has a great eye for photographs and impecable attention to detail. We are proud to have her images on our site!
>
> We are more than happy to speak to anyone considering Michelle Drewes as a photographer. Please do not hesitate to reach out: info@neatmethod.com.

## Selected projects

- [PepperJack Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pepperjack-interiors-pj-vj~6886853)
  - Location: Granite Bay, CA
  - Photos: 18
- [Country Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-club-pj-vj~2091755)
  - Location: Mill Valley, CA
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: Our take on the Modern Farmhouse in the hills known as the Country Club area of Mill Valley, CA. The project was a complete remodel and rebuild after a family of four lost their original home to a fire. It was a wonderful collaborative effort with the clients, builder and architects.
- [Light and Bright Modern Luxury](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/light-and-bright-modern-luxury-pj-vj~841422)
  - Location: Palo Alto, CA
  - Photos: 43
  - Description: This home for a Silicon Valley family bridges traditional and modern. Bright whites and greys are the background for gorgeous candy colors: coral, emerald, teal, peacock. Even the Powder Room has darling strawberry colored acorns in the metallic wallpaper! Traditional detailing on the cabinets is complimented by twists-on-traditional furniture and classic modern pieces, including an authentic Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Plumbing fixtures from Vintage Bath in Los Altos, and Photography by Mic…
- [Traditional Home Magazine Napa Showcase Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-home-magazine-napa-showcase-home-pj-vj~1509198)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Kate Collins Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kate-collins-interiors-pj-vj~197096)
  - Location: Palo Alto, CA
  - Photos: 9
- [NEAT Method](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/neat-method-pj-vj~504933)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Palo Alto redesign](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-redesign-pj-vj~497993)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Amanda Teal Designs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/amanda-teal-designs-pj-vj~89252)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10

[See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/michelle-drewes-pfvwus-pf~662848948)

## Ideabooks

- [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/159215547/list/wish-list) — 3 ideas
- [Bathroom Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/84023873/list/bathroom-ideas) — 2 ideas
- [living room remodel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27269815/list/living-room-remodel) — 3 ideas
- [michelledrewes's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4610575/list/michelledrewes-s-ideas) — 6 ideas
- [exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46722896/list/exterior) — 4 ideas
- [Color Palettes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27763368/list/color-palettes) — 3 ideas
- [reading nook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20630627/list/reading-nook) — 2 ideas
- [Home Staging](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24971854/list/home-staging) — 1 idea

[See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/michelledrewes)

## Community Q&A

**Q: The pillow is beautiful, would you share the fabric name and manuf.?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hello, I was the photographer.  Melinda Mandell : http://www.houzz.com/pro/melindamandell/melinda-mandell was the designer

**Q: Where did you purchases these floating shelves?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Where did you purchases the white floating shelves?  How thick are they?

A: Hello! I was the photographer for this project, so I don't have the answers to your questions.  Amanda Teal was the designer.

**Q: I love the thickness of the shelves!  How thick are they?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hello, I was the photographer for this project, so unfortunately I cannot answer your question.

**Q: Artist?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Do you mind sharing the artist of the beautiful piece over the fireplace?

A: Hello, I was the photographer for this project, so unfortunately I cannot answer your question.  You may contact Kate Collins Interiors.

**Q: where are the tiles on the wall from?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hello, I was the photographer for this project, so unfortunately I cannot answer your question.

**Q: where can I buy this rug?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hello, I was the photographer for this project, so unfortunately I cannot answer your question.  You can find out from Kate Collins Interiors

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-18.*