Comfortable | Honest | Timeless
$3,800 starting price
Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and beyond!
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Robert Palmer
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AWARD WINNER (5X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Hi, I’m Robert, the lead photographer here at Brooktree Studios! I offer a bespoke photography experience that you will not find anywhere else!
I’ve spent years capturing life’s most meaningful moments, and wedding photography has become a true passion of mine. I believe that every couple has a unique story, and my goal is to capture that story in a way that feels true to who you are. Based in Central Illinois, (but love to travel!) I’m here to bring out the best of your day with a relaxed, thoughtful approach that lets you stay in the moment.
At Brooktree Studios, I focus on those real, spontaneous moments that make your wedding day feel like yours. My photography style is a blend of fine-art and classic, creating images that are vibrant, authentic, and full of life. I don’t just snap photos – I'm dedicated to telling your love story with all the energy and personality that makes it special.
Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, and your photography should reflect every unforgettable moment! To keep things simple and stress-free, I’ve created a single, all-inclusive package that offers everything you need to capture your day beautifully. With all-day coverage, a local engagement session, and the flexibility to add on extras like a second photographer, this package is designed to tell your love story from beginning to end. As I take on a limited number of weddings each year, you can be confident that your experience will feel personal, intentional, and truly exclusive.
And for those who want to add something extra, I've got options like the crowd-favorite Instax Film Reception Table, additional photographers for more coverage, and a Reception Slide Show to share the day’s highlights with your guests in real-time!
Sound like a fit? Let’s talk! Drop me a message, and I'll set up a no-pressure call or meet-up over coffee or Zoom. I'd love to hear your story, answer any questions, and see how I can bring your vision to life!
Excited to be a part of your journey and to create memories you’ll cherish forever!
-Robert
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Robert Palmer
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On the average day you will find me tinkering with my antique car, binge watching Netflix or Hulu, or taking my Chihuahua Chloe for a walk!
There is nothing I love more than traveling and never pass up an opportunity to take my camera along. I have spent time in Ireland, Spain, France, Germany, Italy, Morocco, Ecuador and many more interesting places! I love abandoned things and encourage couples to do portraits off the beaten path whenever possible!
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Robert from Brooktree Studios received overwhelmingly positive reviews for his photography services at weddings. Reviewers praised his professionalism, transparency, and ability to capture both candid and emotional moments flawlessly. Clients appreciated his communication, organization, and flexibility throughout the planning process. Robert's stunning photos, quick turnaround times, and ability to make everyone feel comfortable and at ease were consistently highlighted, making many reviewers highly recommend Brooktree Studios for wedding photography.Review photos
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Hadley P
5.0
12/28/2024
Robert was extremely professional and helpful throughout the whole process! He was very transparent with his services and provided the best quality! Leading up to our wedding, he was very communicative and helped provide assistance beyond just photography. Our guests raved about how awesome he was during our wedding day. I would highly recommend him, and advise you to take his advice and what he has to offer for your special day!
Vendor response 12/29/2024
Hadley! Thank you so much for your kind words! Your snowy wedding was gorgeous! You and Al...
an are so sweet and I wish you all the best in your married life!
Elizabeth V
5.0
11/17/2024
Robert (and Daniel) were beyond wonderful! I’d been in a wedding before, where Robert photographed it, which is what made us hire him. He goes above and beyond not only with his beautiful, breathtaking capturing of the moments, but also his professionalism and fun, interactive personality. He makes it more than just a job, you can tell he truly puts his care into his work and making sure everyone is having a good time. I always recommend him to anyone needing professional photographs done.
Vendor response 11/17/2024
Ah thank you so much Elizabeth and Flip! You guys are amazing and we had such a great time...
at your wedding. You could really tell that you put your heart and soul into the decor and thoughtful little touches everywhere you looked.
It was an honor to capture your wedding and I hope I get to see you guys again at another wedding! 😄
Any questions?
Hunter W
5.0
11/03/2024
Normally, I’d be the type to use AI to draft reviews, but I wanted to put this in my own words because Robert deserves every bit of it. He was incredible to work with from start to finish—easygoing, professional, and just genuinely fun to be around. On a day that can feel chaotic, he kept things light and stress-free, helping us feel comfortable and natural.
The photos? Absolutely stunning. Robert has a true gift for capturing not just moments but the emotions in those moments, and we’ll treasure these pictures forever. The details, the candid shots, the artistic vision—he nailed everything. If you’re looking for someone who will go above and beyond to make sure your wedding memories look as incredible as they felt, Robert is your guy
Mikayla H
5.0
7/17/2024
Robert made our wedding day absolutely perfect! He was easy to talk to, made us feel comfortable during our photos, and our wedding party and family loved him! It felt like we had known him forever and he fit right in with everyone. The photos were absolutely amazing and he helped to make sure our wedding ran extremely smooth. Robert was quick to respond during the planning process and put our minds at ease because we knew our day would be captured beautifully. When we received the gallery, we could not stop smiling because he captured our day perfectly. We highly reccomend Brooktree studios for your wedding day! You won’t regret it!
Vendor response 07/18/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! Working with you guys was so much fun, I seriously ...
do not think I’ve ever laughed so much at a wedding! Wishing you all the absolute best!
Lindsey M
5.0
5/30/2024
We absolutely loved working with Robert of Brooktree Studios for our wedding photos! He was highly professional, flexible, and communicative, which made planning our wedding from out of state so much less stressful. He scheduled regular check-ins and was always quick to respond to any question we had. On the day of our wedding, he went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the photos and even helped guide guests from the cocktail hour to the reception hall. The photos turned out beautifully and were ready even sooner than anticipated. He made the whole process quite easy from start to finish! We highly recommend him!
Ashli M
5.0
5/26/2024
I cannot put into words how happy I am that I went with Brooktree Studios for my wedding!! They made my day so much better than I could have dreamed. They helped with sticking to the timeline and also made sure together at all the shots that I wanted too!!
Vendor response 05/26/2024
Thank you for your sweet review Ashli! It was so much fun getting to spend the day with yo...
u two and getting to see a real lightsaber battle! 😄
Angel K
5.0
12/24/2023
We are so grateful we selected Brooktree Studios/Robert for our wedding photographer! He really captured the natural moments of our wedding day! We both are pretty shy and not really into being the center of attention. We never once felt uncomfortable and truly enjoyed getting our photo taken! He is so professional and really made the process so easy. He went above and beyond on our wedding day and it just made the whole day that much more enjoyable!
Lacey G
5.0
12/19/2023
Robert made the booking process easy and was very responsive and communicative the entire time. He was so patient and helpful! The photos we got back were so stunning and wonderful! Robert did a fantastic job, and I am very happy with Brooktree Studios.
Vendor response 12/22/2023
Thank you so very much Lacey! It was wonderful shooting your reception at the Artisan Buil...
ding. I so greatly appreciate your kind words! :)
Emily W
5.0
12/06/2023
Robert is such a joy to work with! He started with a meeting to discuss our wants and needs and helped us figure out what package was going to be the best fit for us. He paid close attention to our vision and style and was sure to follow through on our wedding day. Day of, he was a dream. He stayed on time and on task, while not making me feel bad for being behind 🤣. Even though we had established a list of “must have” photos, new was sure to check in throughout the day to see if I needed other photos. He edits and returns photos so quickly! We had a sneak preview the next day!! I truly recommend him to everyone and would work with him again and again!
Vendor response 12/22/2023
Emily! Thank you so much for your sweet review! It was a ton of fun shooting your wedding ...
and I loved seeing the camp that meant so much your HUSBAND and you! :)
Alexis G
5.0
10/03/2023
I found Robert at a wedding expo a couple years ago and fell in love with his photography style. I knew that when my fiance and I finally picked a date for our wedding that I wanted to hire him to capture our day. The booking process was super easily. We planned our wedding in literally 40 days and I am so thankful he was available on such short notice. He was always very responsive to emails, super knowledgeable about weddings and the process, and even gave us tips and tricks to help us through our big day. He wanted to check in with us leading up to the wedding and then also the day before. That was great so we could all be on the same page and try to make things run as smooth as possible. I cannot recommend him enough just on those facts alone. But when we got our sneak peaks and our full gallery back after the wedding, I was absolutely blown away! First of all, our sneak peak was back THE DAY AFTER OUR WEDDING. Which was amazing. We woke up the day after our wedding and it felt like Christmas looking through those images. Our photos were even more magical than I was expecting and he was able to capture everything on our "must-haves" list AND MORE!! Our FULL gallery was in my inbox about 3 weeks after our wedding day. As a photographer myself, I am SO impressed with his attention to detail and the quality of the photographs and the editing done to them. Honestly, do not even waste your time with any other photographers. If you want a knowledgeable professional wedding photographer who is skilled in communication and able to herd your family members into pictures as needed AND able to capture every single detail and then some of your wedding day, you need to book Robert. He even has a videographer that he works with (if you are wanting videography) so we were able to hire both a photographer and videographer who work together seamlessly. I want to get married a thousand times over just to have Robert take all our photos. With wedding photography, you get what you pay for. It is an investment for some people, but one that is well worth it to capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments and memories on your big day with your closest friends and family. I will forever recommend that everyone choose Brooktree Studios to capture their big day.
Vendor response 10/03/2023
Oh my gosh Alexis! This is the kindest review I've ever seen and I so greatly appreciate y...
our support!
It was so much fun spending the day with you and I cannot thank you enough for being so amazing!
Thank you again for trusting me with your big day, and I am just so happy to hear how much you love your photos!
Morgan K
5.0
9/06/2023
Robert was extremely professional throughout the entire process, from interviewing and getting to know each other to handling photos on the wedding day. He was able to work with us to create a different package than what is traditionally listed on the website, which we really appreciated the flexibility. We have a large family and were nervous about family photos being painful long and/or stressful. It was the exact opposite! We set a plan together beforehand and Robert helped keep everything exactly on schedule. This helped tremendously because everyone involved with the wedding knew what to expect and did not have to stress about things running late.
Robert was able to provide clear instructions on how to pose and made the process fun. The photos came back to us quickly (about a month after the wedding), and it was the perfect way to reflect on our day. He captured the fun moments of dancing as well as the sweet sunset photos. We also had a separate videographer, and Robert was very courteous and worked really well with them. Overall, hiring Brooktree Studios helped me really get to sit back and really treasure my wedding day. Brooktree has my full recommendation!
Vendor response 09/07/2023
Response from the owner4 hours ago
Morgan, thank you so much for your amazingly kind words...
! It was so nice to work with you and Steven and I genuinely wish you both all the best in your marriage!
Thank you again, and please don’t be a stranger if you ever need any additional photography, always here to help!
Andrew P
5.0
7/26/2023
We had an amazing experience with Brooktree Studios. Robert was great to work with and extremely professional. He did a great job communicating with us ahead of time to get timeline and location details. He even helped us in finding a good location for wedding party pictures. He came on time and prepared the day of the wedding. He was really fun to work, making jokes and just checking in with us. He got us a sneak peak of our photos the very next day and all of our photos were ready a little over three weeks after the wedding. The photos look fantastic and my wife and I couldn't be happier with them!
Michele H
5.0
6/26/2023
We loved working with Robert!! He was always so helpful-from choosing our the package we wanted, to planning out our engagement photos, to setting the itinerary for the day-our day went so smoothly because of him!
He was there for questions, he kept us on time, he worked AMAZING with family and friends to keep photos moving, keep people smiling and he definitely kept us laughing!
We had sneak peeks right away with our engagement session and our wedding and the photos took only a few weeks to get back! We were so surprised by how quick the turn around was for SOO MANY FANTASTIC PHOTOS!
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Daniel T
5.0
5/15/2023
I have had the pleasure of working with Robert of Brooktree Studios for the better part of the last 3 years. I began working with Brooktree as a second photographer at weddings and got to see the behind the scenes of how he works and how thorough he is through every step of the process with weddings. From initial meeting calls, to engagement photos, to timeline consultations, and every last moment of the wedding day, Robert is committed to excellence. When I got engaged there was never even a second. My wife and I knew Brooktree Studios were the ones for us. Robert took care in every step of the process, was always there for our planning questions and went far above and beyond the duties of a wedding photographer. When you hire Brooktree Studios you are getting so much more. You are getting a coordinator, a planner, a friend, and someone to make sure every last detail is thought about, someone your family will love, and timeless photos that will last a lifetime.
Robert made our entire wedding party feel so comfortable as he worked with us on the day. His approach to photography made us so comfortable as he led us through poses and prompts to make sure he got the shot and every candid moment in between. No matter how comfortable you are in front of the camera, Robert makes you feel natural and the photos reflect the beauty, authenticity, and everything in between on your day.
10/10 don’t miss the opportunity to hire Brooktree Studios as your wedding photographer.
Vendor response 05/15/2023
Thank you so much for this amazing review Daniel! You and your wife had a beautiful weddin...
g and I am so lucky to have been able to capture it for you!
Tasha S
5.0
11/18/2022
I loved working with Brooktree and highly recommend them to anyone . I loved how easy it was to communicate with them on the online portal. They were always quick to respond. The online payment plan was genius and really helped with the stress of paying for the wedding. They were willing to get creative with us on our theater themed engagement shoot. Daniel is an amazing photographer. Our wedding photos came out perfect. I love that he captured some amazing candid moments. My husband and I look amazing in every photo. There isn't a single photo that I didn't like how I looked in it. Daniel made it less awkward in the moment while posing. I loved that they worked with us to do the photo run. Daniel truly understood our vision for the wedding and had fun with it.
Mary R
5.0
11/08/2022
Brooktree Studios made all our wedding photography dreams come true! Oliver and Daniel were amazing the day of. They arrived on time ready to begin capturing our big day. They were fun and made us laugh. The pictures they took have amazing quality. We received a sneak peak the morning after. We received our pictures less than one month after our day. We highly recommend Brooktree Studios for any photography needs!
Kimmy S
5.0
11/07/2022
Brooktree Studios was hands down the best to capture our special day. Oliver and Daniel made an awesome team and listened to what we wanted. They were constantly on the move to make sure they got the shots they knew we would love. We had our sneak peek early the next morning and the rest of our photos shortly followed. At the end of the day, all you have are the memories and the pictures and Brooktree made sure we had both. I will recommend them to everyone!
Liana W
5.0
9/11/2022
We first met Robert while he was shooting a friend's wedding (I was in the bridal party). The experience we had then, set in our heads that we wanted his team for our own wedding. Robert and Videographer, Daniel, did a wonderful job from start to finish. The pre-wedding meetings were are very helpful as we figured out the logistics of our big day and what we expected out of our pictures. Since they are a team, the photos and videos came out effortfully since they both know what the other needs in order to get the perfect shot! The turn around time for the photos and videos was great and easy for us to download from their online platform. The pictures are clean and clear with no watermarks or restrictions. The videos came out beautifully with clear audio and fantastic editing for our highlight reel. Daniel had us record our vows prior to the ceremony so that they were crystal clear for the videos. This was not only great thinking ahead but also was nice since it gave us a chance to practice beforehand. Overall, we were very happy with Brooktree Studios for our wedding and we highly recommend them!
Vendor response 09/11/2022
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! Daniel and I had an amazing time at your we...
dding, and we are so thankful that you trusted us to capture your wedding day!
Paige S
5.0
8/15/2022
I can't say enough great things about how our wedding photos turned out. From getting ready to send off, Ollie perfectly captured the day exactly how I want to remember it. From the look in my husband's eyes as I walked down the aisle to every personality of our loved ones on the dance floor, he got it all. We get so many compliments on our photos. Brooktree Studios is hands down the photographer you want for your wedding.
Vendor response 08/15/2022
Thank you so much Paige! You and Dustin threw such an amazing wedding day celebration at L...
ittle Galilee! I had such a blast with you guys and hope you’ve been enjoying married life!
Christina K
5.0
7/31/2022
I do not even know where to start with Robert! From our first conversation to our Promise Date Celebration he was the photographer for us! He had a blast with us and even got in our photos! He captured all our family pictures before our celebration started and had preview pictures within 12 hours! I cannot wait to see all our pictures! Our family and friends also had a blast with Robert!!! Thank you for an amazing day and getting all out amazing shots, especially Dean’s classy first look picture!!!!
Vendor response 08/01/2022
Ahh thank you so much Christina! Your Promise Date Celebration was just so much fun, and y...
ou and Dean made the whole day so enjoyable for your friends and family!
Ella S
5.0
7/29/2022
Robert did such a fabulous job! From planning the timeline to capturing our big day he was so professional with his work yet personable with communication. We loved how he was always ready with great photo ideas but always left it up to us to decide what we wanted. He answered all of our questions in detail and made the planning process so smooth. He was excellent to work with and we were so happy we chose him for both our engagement session and wedding day!
Vendor response 07/29/2022
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Ella! You and Grant are both such amazing peop...
le, and your wedding in Decatur was beautiful!
Kendra W
5.0
7/12/2022
I'm from a small, close-knit town and was met with a little skepticism from family and friends when they heard I didn't hire one of the three regular photographers that do weddings in our area. Robert quickly made us so sure that we made the best choice for us! Everybody only had great things to say after our wedding day!! Robert really fit in with our huge wedding party and made us feel so comfortable! our photos turned out more amazing than I could have ever imagined. My husband and I really can't say enough great things!
Vendor response 07/12/2022
Thank you so much Kendra! You and Bill are two of the most amazing people that I have ever...
met! Thank you for trusting me with your wedding day, and I am SO happy that you love your photos!
Zachary C
5.0
2/21/2022
Rob was an awesome photographer to work with! From our engagement photos which were absolutely perfect to put on our save the dates to the captivating photos of our wedding. He knew exactly what he was doing. He also made sure we knew exactly what we were doing with the perfect amount of coaching to all people involved to make the photos look better than we could have ever hoped. As someone who chronically worries about so many aspects, he made me really feel taken care of. The organization of all the photos and different groupings were something I thought would be stressful but was truly painless with his help and guidance. We got all of our photos from our wedding back and we were stunned. They were all so amazing. His chipper personality and overall funness really showed through. Our wonderful Videographer, Amy Rankin worked really well together with him. I highly recommend the two of them together. They had an awesome working relationship and really helped us to feel like stars on our big day.
His work ethic was outstanding. While dinner was being served and he was eating, he was editing photos from the ceremony and first dance so they could be displayed on his macbook which was left on one of the gift tables for the remainder of the reception. Great touch! Our sneak peak was ready by the following Monday, literally like 2 days from our wedding, to drop on social media. Look no further, this is the guy you want.
Vendor response 02/21/2022
You and Blair are some of the most amazing people I have met! I feel so lucky to have been...
chosen to document your wedding day, and I am so happy that you love the photos! Even thought it was a chilly day, you both had amazing attitudes and were game for whatever... I love that about you guys!
Thank you for this amazing review, I really do appreciate your kind words!
Allison W
5.0
12/11/2021
I cannot rave enough about how amazing Robert was to work with for our engagement and wedding photos. Robert was so laid back and easy to work with and made sure to take the time to get to know us and our style. Our engagement and wedding shoot was not an easy task, as we had to hike for hours in Starved Rock State Park. He came to the day so well prepared and full of energy to make our time taking pictures an absolute blast. He is someone that doesn't just feel like a photographer, but a new friend. I highly recommend booking with Robert. His photos feel so real and captured our emotions perfectly. Additionally, his highlight video he made was AMAZING. Not only does he do photographer, but can capture your day with an amazing video. Thanks Robert for everything! -Dalton & Allison.
Clarissa G
5.0
10/20/2021
Robert and his team work awesome to work with on my wedding day. He was the first photographer we contacted in our process and knew after the first call that we didn’t need anyone else. Both were incredibly funny and help divert my nerves. He already had his own plan but was super open to anything I wanted to add. Very organized and even brought clear umbrellas since it was raining that day for pictures. Robert was responsive, prompt, and gave a clear view of his services. My sneak peek pictures are incredible. Can’t wait to see the rest!
Dakota T
5.0
10/06/2021
Robert was so fantastic, he was hilarious and made himself a part of our day without getting in the way. He was hilarious and took fantastic photos. Would hire him every time!
Megan C
5.0
9/20/2021
Robert is a dream photographer to work with! He helped our day flow so easily and had great ideas for different types of photos. He was so kind and easy to get along with and helped Phil and I feel relaxed and be ourselves throughout the entire day. We would recommend him to our friends and family a million times over. We're thrilled with our photo sneak peak of our wedding day and can't wait to see the rest!
Katie V
5.0
9/14/2021
I rarely write reviews, but Oliver and Daniel from Brooktree Studios are absolutely fantastic!! They genuinely made the day so fun! We met several times before the wedding to make sure my husband and I felt comfortable with the plan for the day which I really appreciated. Neither myself nor my husband are very comfortable posing in front of the camera so we were initially a little nervous, but Oliver and Daniel's light-hearted energy really made us relax and have fun with it. They did a fantastic job of directing us while still encouraging us to be ourselves. We had such a fun time spending the day with them that we were genuinely sad to see them leave at the end of the night!
Oliver was quick to send us our sneak peak pictures the morning after the wedding, and the photos looked amazing! Oliver also sent us a few pictures to get our opinion on the way the photos were edited and I really appreciated that he engaged us in the process. Although we weren't expecting to receive our completed gallery until the end of the month, our gallery was completed and released to us 2 weeks after the wedding. Overall, Oliver and Daniel from Brooktree Studios were energetic, professional, and brought so much joy to our day. We cannot thank them enough for capturing so many wonderful moments!!
Steven H
5.0
9/06/2021
5 stars doesn't do Brooktree justice! We cannot say enough about how amazing they were on our wedding day! Pre-wedding coordinating with Robert was painless and every request we asked of him and his team was met with enthusiasm and joy! Daniel & Josh were absolutely perfect at capturing our special day and we couldn't have asked for a better team. We have received so many compliments on their professionalism, energy, coordination, and their willingness to go over and beyond anything we asked of them. We already know the photos are going to be amazing with how excited Daniel was shooting them and him showing us the photos throughout making sure we were happy with everything. Look no further for your perfect wedding day photographers! We can't recommend them highly enough!
Caroline F
5.0
6/29/2021
Robert was great! Responded very quickly once we reached out. We had never had professional photos taken of us before and he made the engagement session very easy and relaxed.
Zachary P
5.0
12/21/2020
How can we describe Robert? He was definitely one of the most important and MOST REWARDING decisions that we made for our wedding day!! As a couple, we are not the most comfortable in front of a camera, and Robert was more than able to make us feel at ease, relaxed, and most importantly just help us to enjoy our special day.
From the beginning, Robert was there for us. He was always a phone call, text or email away; and we never had to wait for a response. All of our questions were a priority to him and he really made us feel #1.
Robert's photography was incredible. No, stunning! We were thrilled with how everything turned out and so quickly as well!! Not to mention the included Engagement Session with our package.
We honestly couldn't have had such a wonderful and care free weekend without him. If you are on the fence between Robert and another photographer, you will not regret booking him EVER.
Erica V
5.0
12/07/2020
Oliver was seriously the best part of our entire wedding experience! He truly got to know my husband and I, and is one of the most genuine people! His photos are absolutely amazing, and he was constantly available to answer questions before engagement sessions and during our wedding. On your wedding day, you want someone that is going to be there, know what they are doing, and keep you calm, Oliver is that photographer!
Nicole E
5.0
11/13/2020
Brooktree Studios was beyond amazing to work with! We found Robert after we had lost our original photographers the day of our engagement photos. Luckily, he was able to be flexible and fit us in 2 weeks later. Throughout the crazy planning with a pandemic thrown in, he checked on us to make sure we were good, kept communication lines open, met with us and helped us with a timeline of the wedding day to ensure everything ran smoothly. We can't say enough good things about Robert (and Daniel!)--we received so many compliments on not just the pictures they took but on how well they vibed with everyone on the day of, the energy they brought, and just overall how wonderful they were to work with. I will recommend Brooktree Studios to everyone that is looking for a photographer! 5 stars, 2 thumbs up!
Alyssa I
5.0
9/05/2020
I was nervous about finding a photographer that we would vibe with on our wedding day and honestly, we made an excellent choice! I was drawn to Brooktree Studios by his group photos. His group photos are lovely and so natural and everyone looks casual and to be having such a good time. You can tell by the photos that he has a passion for his art and an eye for capturing lasting memories. Response time is quick and personal. He is an absolute blast to work with and I highly recommend Brooktree Studios to anyone looking for an amazing photographer to capture their memories that will add joy and laughter to their day.
Denise S
5.0
8/25/2020
We could not have had a better experience with a wedding photographer than we did with Robert! We met several months in advance of our wedding to map out exactly what we wanted (and didn't want!), then again just a couple weeks before wedding day. Each time, Robert made us feel so comfortable about the whole experience -- he was easy to talk with and he totally got what we were looking for in our wedding photos. On wedding day, he was SO easy to work with -- we quickly got through all the posed photos on our list and then he just melted into the background. When we got our pics back just a couple weeks later, there were so many that I didn't even realize he shot -- it was amazing to see! The photos are absolutely beautiful, I could not possibly be happier with the result! Robert is amazing!
Kelly W
5.0
8/25/2020
Robert was incredible to work with! We met him at a wedding expo and he didn’t try to hard sell us. He was down to earth, relatable, and funny. We really liked the style of his artwork. That and his personality are what made us choose him, and we are so happy we did. Pricing was slightly cheaper than other quality photographers we met with. We opted for his package that included the services of a videographer that he works with(also great to work with). He drove a great distance to do our engagement photos and wedding photos. His turn around time was SUPER fast. The photos turned out better than I could have imagined! He helped us when we didn’t know what we wanted and was always prompt to respond to emails and texts. Overall we are extremely satisfied with the whole process. Brooktree Studios comes highly recommended!
Brian H
5.0
8/24/2020
Robert was a fantastic photographer for our engagement photos and wedding. We spent a long time looking for a photographer who not only had the candid style of photography we wanted, but also meshed with our personalities and make us comfortable in front of the camera. Robert pulled all this off, and more!
For our engagement session, the weather ended up being incredibly windy. Robert was a complete professional and the photos came out wonderfully. For our wedding, Robert showed up early, stayed late, hung out with us at the reception and captured all of the wonderful moments throughout the day. Our bride and groom portraits and family portraits were beautiful, and he caught some hilarious moments at our reception as well. Robert's excellent at making sure everyone's comfortable - he was even helping the groom's mother (who had foot surgery) get around the ceremony space at the park. It was obvious that Robert cares a lot for his clients, and he was a wonderful part of our day.
During the entire process, communication was excellent, we got sneak peaks and full photos delivered promptly, and all the legal stuff was straightforward and easy. No hidden fees or contract language; Robert consistently went above and beyond. We can't recommend him enough, and we'll be coming back for any future photography we need!
Dolores S
5.0
8/24/2020
I was nervous about looking for a photographer for our engagement/wedding because I am not photogenic, and I didn’t want to be awkwardly posed for pictures. Oliver was more than I could have ever asked for! He got to know my fiancé and I so we felt extremely comfortable around him, and then he was able to capture our personalities perfectly! He is so open to any ideas, and he listens to what YOU want!
On our wedding day, Oliver was more than willing to do anything we needed. He told us several times to grab him if we needed anything, even if it was another drink. All of our pictures turned out absolutely beautiful (and we were in a venue he had never been to). I cannot say enough good things! Needless to say, he will be the photographer we choose for all of our family photos!
Michaela P
5.0
8/09/2020
As a self-proclaimed “picky” bride, picking a wedding photographer was a daunting task. I did not want to go with a company where I did not know who was going to be photographing my wedding day. I was in the search for a photographer that offered quality, value, and flexibility. After researching for several weeks, I was recommended Robert and Brooktree Studios. Robert accommodated every need and request during the entire experience. His flexibility was so appreciated with our wedding date changing more than once, planning our engagement session with a delay in rings, and also with the effects of “Covid” further shaking up our original plans. He was continuously available for any and all concerns and questions leading up to and after the wedding. While he was photographing, he gave great and timely advice, used natural lighting to create timeless photos we can step into for years to come, and caught natural expressions of emotions that completely set our wedding photos apart. Every time I look at our wedding photos, I get so happy and excited; it’s like reliving the first time seeing them! I cannot recommend him and his work enough! If I had to do it all over, I would not change a thing and definitely have Robert be our photographer a hundred times over again.
Liz S
5.0
7/12/2020
I honestly can't say enough good things about Robert from Brooktree Studios. He was more than flexible considering the Co-Vid changes & last minute backyard wedding on the 4th of July. No matter what we threw at him, he adjusted & made the best out of every situation. I'm so thankful he will do the full ceremony with the wedding party/guests next year. I've had all kinds of requests about him just from the few pics that people have seen that he shared on instagram. Great guy, gorgeous photos & makes the pictures FuN!
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