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Greetings! My name is Richard I am the owner and director of Capturecraft Studio. I am a Los Angeles & Bay area based Wedding Photographer. Thank you for visiting!
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Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Bridal Portraits
- Engagement
Photo & Video
- Digital Files
- Online Proofing
- Photo
- Second Shooter Available
- Social Media Sharing
- Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Classic
- Documentary
- Modern
- Vintage
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- Wedding
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Richard is an amazing photographer. He was our photographer for our wedding as well as our engagement shoot at a beach in Malibu and at a local wilderness park. We first met Richard at our friend's wedding and were impressed by his direction, time management, and beautiful product. When it came time for him to work his magic for our wedding, it was an incredibly smooth and comfortable process. This is coming from two people who have never taken professional photographs before. He made us feel at ease, he gave us simple and straightforward directions for posing when we had no idea what to do, and he was always scouting out new perspectives and locations to always try to get the very best shot and lighting. Richard communicates really well and really often. Whenever we had the smallest question, he always made himself available to us, even if it was just to explain something the second time.
If you're thinking about hiring Richard for your wedding, do it! You won't regret it.
Richard captured both our engagement shoot in April 2022 and our wedding in September 2022. Even after almost a year since our wedding, I'm still swooning at the photographs and feeling grateful to have worked with him. Here's what I loved about Richard (in no particular order)
Flexibility: Richard was incredibly accommodating right from the start. He patiently worked with us to tailor the photography contract to our preferences. During our engagement shoot, when we ran behind schedule, he allowed us extra time to ensure we got the best shots with our outfit changes. Richard also made sure to inquire about any specific shots or poses we desired, which I greatly appreciated.
Personable: Richard helped us feel at ease throughout the entire process. He quickly became a friend. On the day of our engagement shoot, he surprised us with a sweet gift, and he touched base with us frequently leading up to our wedding.
Dependability: Richard was prompt in responding to emails. He arrived early on our wedding day, and he even stayed later to capture more moments on the dance floor. We received fully edited sneak peeks within 24 hrs of both the engagement shoot and wedding! Our complete wedding photos were delivered around our one-month anniversary, which was an added bonus.
Delivery: Richard's portrait shots are amazing and his editing skills are *chef's kiss*. He adds special touches to certain shots to clean up the background or to add some extra flare. I was also pleasantly surprised by the candid moments he captured. A+++ for his eye for beauty and attention to detail.
Passion: Richard's enthusiasm comes out when he discovers the perfect location, angle, or lighting for a shot. It's clear that he genuinely loves what he does, and that passion translates into his wonderful work product and professionalism when working with clients.
Thank you so much, Richard!
Richard was an amazing photographer. He showed nothing but consummate professionalism. He was there morning til night, getting the shots we both wanted and the ones we didn't know we even needed. To capture all that Richard captured takes more than just skill, it is an innate talent.
He was able to both take the shot while at the same time making us feel comfortable in our own skin to really save our emotions and our days in our photos. It was an excellent endeavor having Richard shoot our engagement photos as well as our wedding day. He was prompt and made sure, we got what we paid for and more.
Also, if you're a fan of watches and want that special shot, he's the man for the job, both knowledgeable and approachable, you will be hard pressed to find a more suitable photographer around.
There are not enough words for us to describe how amazing Richard is! We hired him for our wedding, and we had a full day from morning till night; three different locations. We do not know how he did it, but he was able to capture all the special moments and more, through it all. Our wedding was held at home, and he definitely has the eye and creativity to identify certain areas of our home and backyard to take our pictures. At that moment, we did not think much of it, but we were blown away when he delivered the final product. You can tell he takes pride in his work and is passionate about what he does. To top it off, he is very professional, patient, personable, and down to earth. If we can do our wedding again, we would go with Richard without any hesitation. Thank you again, Richard, for being part of our special day and helping us relive it through your work!
Richard was so great! We booked last minute engagement shoot because our original plan was canceled due to smoke up in Northern California. Richard was very accommodating to our dates since we were only in SoCal for a short time period and it was kind of a spur of the moment thing. He gave us logistical tips and helped us figure out where we wanted to shoot even though we didn't officially book him yet. It was our first photoshoot and I was a bit nervous since I never know what to do/how to pose for photos but Richard was helpful in guiding us and the pictures turned out great! It was obvious that he truly enjoyed his work because he kept asking US if it was okay to take more photos! Of course we were down! Turn around for the photos was also super fast and again the quality turned out great! I would highly recommend.
Richard is such a sweetheart and an amazing photographer! You can tell he put a lot of care into picking locations for our photos and editing them to perfection. He went above and beyond what we expected! We took our engagement photos and day of wedding photos with him. We really didn't know what we were doing in terms of picking locations for our engagement photos so he was really patient with us and even provide many options for us to choose from! Nowhere was too far for him to travel :) And on the day of our wedding, he beautifully captured every moment of our special day. Thank you so much Richard! You're the BEST!
He was recommended to us by a close friend of mine. It was a last-minute thing but Richard came through armed and ready. He made our night memorable and he was very accommodating with our tiny setup. Everyone had a great time! Thanks again Rich!
By far, Richard was our favorite vendor when it came to wedding planning. We're not even just talking about the day of, but the entire process. My husband and I are so appreciative of not only Richard's professionalism, but also his amiable demeanor. Early on, we connected with Richard and could tell that he'd bend over backwards for his clients. Living out of town, he made it easy to set up phone/video conferences and answered every single question we had. Not only that, but he made an incredibly early morning engagement shoot work just because we were in the area for a short weekend trip. Again, Richard puts his clients' needs first and we love him for that!
Come the wedding day, it is absolutely true when people tell you that your photographer will be with you every single second! Luckily for us, it was very natural having Richard be the guy with us throughout the day. Not only did he get great shots of us, our wedding party had a blast with him and family members raved about how polite and respectful he was.
On top of all that, Richard supported us with the planning process along the way. He'd constantly check in to see how we were feeling coming up to the big day. He'd ask if he could support us with finding any other vendors. He'd really try to offer his support in any given way. Honestly, the quality of his photos should speak for themselves. But we truly loved working with Richard just because of what an awesome and personable photographer he was and how he genuinely cared to support us every step. We'd go out of our way to recommend Richard to anyone any day!
Richard and his team were awesome! They captured who we are as a couple in a very fun and exciting way. Pictures are a big part of the lasting memories of our wedding day, and Richard really came through for us. I would recommend CaptureCraft Studio to anyone, for any occasion.
Thanks Richard!
We definitely recommend CaptureCraft Studio!! After a few months of researching for a photographer we came across Richard's work and decided to contact him and scheduled a meeting. After meeting with him and sharing our ideas and reviewing his work;we booked him for our engagement photoshoot and wedding. He made it easy for us to connect and communicate with him throughout the process. He delivered our photos early than the expected date and it came out wonderful!
We hired Richard very last minute for our 30 person wedding and we're so glad we did! He was very easy to work with and had a great attitude throughout the day. Not to mention, the photos were amazing. I would highly recommend Richard for your wedding.
Where do I begin with Richard?
If you know anything about me, I am the epitome of OCD. When it was time to do some research on wedding vendors, I spent many months for the best and only the best for our Big Day (November 2018).
One of the main things that I was stressing the most about was finding the perfect photographer. Even though I buckled down my searches to 5 stars and 0 low ratings, there were so many to choose from!
I am a stickler for perfection. I wanted to find the perfect photographer who knew what they were doing, a photographer who knew about lighting, editing and all things photography who can produce perfect photos sans the corniness. After discovering Richard, I decided to look more into his work before reaching out to him.
What stood out to me with Richard was that he did not introduce himself as just a photographer, but a storyteller. I was really excited to work with someone who can create beautiful photos with a beautiful story.
I reached out to Richard via e-mail and then we spoke on the phone and we knew instantly that Richard was our photographer. He was so hospitable and explained everything including more about himself, his experiences and answered all of my thousand questions. We then met up for lunch for an in-person meeting to get to know each other and our next steps for our engagement photoshoot and wedding.
Let me just say, both our engagement and wedding photos were STUNNING! I mean, I am STILL trying to decide which photos to print! Richard shot every single part of our wedding day and I especially appreciate the significant ones he captured of my parents (who were there in spirit) that I will always treasure.
Finally, the last thing I'd like to share about Richard is that he was extremely patient and kind during our wedding. I was experiencing some anxiety the morning-of and he made sure that I was feeling okay before proceeding and that made me feel at ease and next thing you know, I was feeling fine! I am really happy I survived our wedding thanks to him. His patience and kindness really put my nerves at ease and I am forever grateful for him.
We not only ended up with amazing photos from Richard, but we gained a friend. I cannot wait to work with Richard again in the near future. A true professional with a humble spirit. If you are looking for a photographer, well, stop looking! BOOK HIM NOW!!! You will truly appreciate his work.
Thank you Richard!!
Richard did our surprised engagement photo session and he was such a pleasant person to deal with from coordinating to taking the photos. It was a memorable day and Richard only made it better by the great photos he took of that day. We were really impress with the professionalism and friendliness of the service he offered. I would recommend him to all that are looking for a photographer for their special day.
This review is way overdue, so sorry it has taken this long!
Richard shot my engagement photos back in Feb and he was fantastic. He showed up promptly and immediately went to work. He never rushed us and even when the time was up, he didn't just drop what he was doing and said bye. He stayed a little extra and took his time to take the last few photos. My husband and I are both awkward picture takers and he made us feel so comfortable! I love candid photos but I was so afraid that I have to pretend to laugh, smile, or do weird poses. I mean, how can you pretend when you know there's a camera right there?! Richard had his special techniques to make us feel comfortable and at some point, my husband and I forgot about the camera and was just ourselves. He captured those natural moments and of course those were the best photos. The turnaround time for our pictures was so awesome and everyone who saw our pictures was in love with them. We are so thrilled with the quality of the shoot and it's nice to work with a photographer who is absolutely passionate about his profession.
From start to finish, Richard was attentive, polite and just incredible! He is very detailed oriented and if he sees a small strand of hair that is not in the correct place, your dress is tied unevenly, your pants wrinkle a certain way, etcs...he will notice and fix it! I couldn't be happier with my pictures and he has made a lifelong customer with the Lam and Ho family! Can't wait to book him for our maternity, baby shower, first birthday, etcs photoshoots!
From the bottom of my heart, Richard, thanks for being such a rockstar!
Richard was one of the highlights of our wedding! He has the best energy and always made us feel comfortable. Aside from being our photographer he helped us keep on track of our schedule. Wherever we were he was right there to capture the moment.
Our videographer missed shooting our first look but Richard helped capture that moment for us and that was one of my favorite shots in our wedding video.
He truly went above and beyond for us and his positivity really helped us get through the whole wedding process! Thanks Richard! :)
Richard Luu is an amazing photographer! We cannot express how professional, prepared and flexible he was before our wedding, on the wedding day, and after the wedding. Richard and his team were positive and genuinely happy to be a part of our wedding moments.
Richard Luu did an an excellent job capturing the spirit of our wedding and really made it a personal, unique experience. We love our photos and have been very impressed with Richard's dedication to his clients and ensuring the best quality photos possible.
Thank you Richard Luu!
If you are looking for a photographer for engagement and wedding, look no further. Richard is the best! He did my engagement session and the pictures looked amazing! I could not believe my eyes. He is a true artist and without a doubt, his skills are exceptional. From picking a venue to last minute questions, Richard was quick to respond. He is very professional in all of our correspondence. He is passionate at what he does. He climbed up a hill, go through the bushes and risked falling into the water just to capture a great shot for us. Of course, I do not recommend this lol but what I'm saying is that he will go the extra mile to give you the best shot. Pricing will not break your bank account and is all worth it. You will not regret if you hire Richard as your photographer.
Shooting with Richard was truly a pleasure. He made sure we were comfortable throughout the day-long shoot. We are so happy with the creativity he was able to exhibit. He does his research and is well prepared. You can trust Richard to capture your most treasured moments.
Richard helped capture the moments of our wedding day and the photos couldn’t have come out better. We started off with a casual meeting at a cafe prior to the wedding day to discuss personalities and styles. When researching photographers, one of our main priorities was to find somebody that could handle the low lighting in our reception area and still create vibrant shots of all the partying. At our meeting, he was able to show us different samples of weddings he had shot in dimly-lit venues. Richard was able to meet at our venues prior to the wedding to preview the surroundings and on the day of he found interesting backdrops for us to take some creative shots. The photos definitely exceeded our expectations. Also, a major plus is that Richard and his assistant are bilingual which was very accommodating for our families’ needs. He is also very personable, which made it feel like he’s a friend hanging out who also loves taking pictures.
You'll know that Richard is a professional at the outset. He is personable, friendly , courteous, and focused. My husband and I had our photos taken by him in various places in Orange County. Since we had no idea really how to act in front of the camera, Richard stepped in to give us direction and pointers. He had some really fun and creative ideas, and he will go above and beyond to get the perfect photo! We had a lot of fun that day. The photos turned out to be amazing - the color, composition, mood, all really captured the essence of our relationship and what we had in mind for the day. It was also a fast turnaround to getting the gallery of photos. Thank you Richard for your excellence and dedication to your art!
Richard Luu photography has surpassed my expectations. Richard is a very easygoing and talented photographer to work with. Entrust him to have the eye to capture your precious moments. Share your vision with him and he will bring it to life. I've had multiple sessions with him. An engagement shoot and a family session. During our engagement shoot, he helped us capture and create works of art that are memorizing and momental that most people gush over. As of our family session Richard was calm and engaging with our son. Both sessions turned out beautifully. Entrust Richard with your vision to help you capture these one of a life time memories that you can look back on. His dedication and professionalism will not disappoint you.
Epic, amazing, breathtaking, remarkable, and unbelievable, these are just some of the words I can use to describe Richard Luu's amazing photos. My wife and I couldn't have chosen a better photographer, his talents and mannerism can't be surpassed. I never really thought much of a photo until I was presented my engagement photos, now I truly understand the saying "a picture can say a thousand words". My only retgret is not booking him sooner! He was already obligated when it came time for the wedding, live and learn now I know to plan accordingly.
Richard is very professional, well prepared, courteous, and most importantly, punctual. He takes the time to listen and understand his client's needs, and is extremely accommodating. His turnaround time for the pictures is very fast and he is very flexible with edit requests. With the limited amount of time that we had, he has surpassed our expectations and gave us amazing shots. I would highly recommend him to any bride and groom who is looking for a photographer who not only takes amazing pictures, but is also with you every step of the way.
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