Clara Rice Photography

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tary, artistic, modern) matched what we were looking for. We liked that she has a large portfolio, outside of just weddings. She was easy to contact and very communicative leading up to our engagement session (which we are so glad we did with her!) and wedding. Clara was an absolute dream to work with. Her flexibility, professionalism, and calm demeanor helped us to feel confident with our decision. Clara answered all of our questions promptly and made us feel comfortable, along with her decisiveness and a great sense of humor. We had a fairly large group, ~220 guests, and she handled everyone like a champ. We got teasers for both sessions quickly, along with our final wedding shots right before the holidays. We can't get over how stunning our photos are and feel so much joy every time we look back on the day. Thanks, Clara! You are a rockstar and incredibly talented.

She put my husband and I at ease in a way I didn't think possible considering how uncomfortable we normally are in front of a lens. She swiftly and warmly connected with our family and captured our dynamics and the true feeling of the day. She also came with us to the reception and quickly scouted some spots that gave us the best shots of the day -- she's got an incredible eye and rapport with couples/family. What more could you ask for?

eauty and joy of the day perfectly. Clara expertly moved people into position and made people feel comfortable in both Spanish and English ☺. I’m so happy with the photos, they showcase her incredible skill as a photographer and artist as well as her ability to make people feel comfortable and natural on a very busy and emotional day!

t simply to take beautiful photos but also to tell a story with each one. She was also very organized and a pleasure to communicate with. Please check out her work and consider her for your event!

as this really calm and positive energy (which helped, because I was a little nervous about being in the spotlight!). You can tell that she really cares about what she does. Right before the ceremony, she helped with lots of little things, like putting on my veil, helping us stay on track (time-wise) while staying relaxed, giving us suggestions for photos. During the ceremony, she captured some truly special, beautiful, irreplaceable moments between me and my groom, all while staying out of the way (I honestly didn’t notice she was there). Finally, her photos are STUNNING! She’s really good at capturing emotions and moments, plus everything else (the lighting, the setting, the landscapes). Her skills are solid, she’s truly a professional, and you’ll know you are in great hands! (p.s. Get the engagement photos. You’ll get to know her, so, when she shows up on your wedding day, you’ll be so excited to see her (like seeing an old friend). And, those photos are really magical too…just you and your person, relaxed, hanging out, in some beautiful setting or place dear to your heart)

them to be "different than what we usually saw". Enter: Clara Rice. She has a gorgeous, stark/editorial style that we loved immediately, and a way of capturing stunning candid moments. She was also totally game to try out some rolls of film, which we wanted! Our venue was woodsy and dark, so she had her work cut out for her finding interesting lighting solutions. She was communicative, organized, independent in the space, and always calm. We are so happy with the way the photos turned out, and would work with Clara again anytime!

tures we greatly cherish. We spoke to a lot of photographers before we found Clara, and no one else was as willing to listen to what we wanted (and did not want) and to actually hear us. Echoing everyone else, she is a dream to work with, and I would recommend her to anyone.

the ceremony to get our beautiful shots but also at the same time not interrupting our guests. I would highly recommend booking with Clara!

even hate getting my picture taken but Clara somehow made me forget there was a camera snapping throughout. The pictures themselves are stunning. We cannot stop looking at them and there are so many amazing ones, we are having a hard time deciding on our 20 favorites. We could not recommend her more highly to other couples looking for amazing pictures.

also truly enjoyed working with her because she was so professional yet easy going and fun.

er excellent photographic eye and skill in thinking up and setting up great shots, she is the most fun person to know, talk to, and plan your wedding with. She's very low-stress, rolls with the inevitable last minute changes in plans, and is generally awesome to have on your wedding day. Clara makes taking pictures with your sweetheart so, so fun. Can't recommend her enough.

as our wedding photographer. Definitely one of the best choices we made was hiring her to capture our very special day. Photography was definitely one thing we didn't want to skimp out on, and we spent a long time looking for a photographer whose style looked the most timeless and beautifully captured. Clara fit the bill on that. Her style is timeless, feels like film, and always natural lighting. Not only was she incredibly brilliant in her composition, lighting and artistry, but she was also fantastic to be around. She made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera, and extremely down to Earth. The photos we received were absolutely stunning. It was also really fun to see all the moments she captured of the guests and bridal party. These are moments that we wouldn't have been able to see ourselves, given the wedding day was so jam packed, but we're so happy Clara managed to capture it all. Our families raved about the photos too, so these are definitely photos that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you Clara for making our wedding so memorable!

gles and positions to take full advantage of the natural surroundings. She made us feel at ease, so the wedding photos clearly reflected our joy. From an artistic perspective, the overall tone and composition of Clara's photos along with her attention to detail are outstanding. Also Clara was very responsive, arrived early to the venue, and delivered the final images even faster than expected. Clara deserves 5 stars for artistry and professionalism!

xpected events threw off our wedding day plans. Although our families were not present on our big day, we were able to show off amazing photos of us getting ready, exchanging vows, and exploring Bernal Heights (great suggestion by Clara). We got a ton of photos during our 2 hour session (which was very reasonably priced). Clara is very fair and flexible and did not charge for travel time. If I could do it all over again, I would have added another hour so that we could have added another destination or taken more photos at City Hall.

iles apart. Clara’s friendly personality allowed us to completely relax in her company and be our true selves. Clara captured all the emotions, laughter and love perfectly. We could not have wished for a better photographer. Thanks so much Clara!!

e dedication, love, and support of our community and people like Clara - Clara rearranged her schedule to be there for us and she was there the entire time, from 11am to 11pm - we pulled it all off. Clara was a central part of an event that became much more than our wedding. Her intimate skill captured a raw and important moment in our lives and in the lives of our families. She masterfully captured the love and magnitude of this moment. She captured the joy in our hearts and the bittersweet moment of celebrating love/the future while at death's doorstep. Dani's mom passed away three weeks later. The photos we have of her -- dancing, reading her own poetry during the ceremony, hanging amongst family and friends -- we will forever cherish. Life is so rich in these photos and it is due to Clara's skill and ability to be present but not intrusive that we were able to end up with this beautiful result. Note, I clicked "Groom" here but I am trans-masculine and identify as the "Queer Husband."

he shot a friend's wedding. I loved my friend's photos & was hopeful I'd have photos I love similarly -- and boy, were my expectations exceeded! :) The process -- we contacted Clara, and she got us on the phone right away to learn about us & what we wanted as a final product. She knows what she is doing. She was super opened minded to locations to shoot at & has many on her blog you can look at. She's a Bay Area native & knows great spots to shoot in. Sadly, the Napa fires started just 2 days prior to our planned engagement session. I felt selfish for worrying about that while others were losing homes... Clara reassured me that it would work out. And it truly did. Some of the photos look like an incredible sci-fi scene. And there is something tragic & beautiful in taking photos with the man you love and being reminded that life is unpredictable. Enjoy the moments you have... But I digress too much. Clara was incredibly supportive throughout the shoot & knowing that I was anxious - she shared some visuals with me as she was taking photos to reassure me. Also, with the fires starting, we changed our mind on location a few times & Clara was honest about her schedule & flexible to make a location and time work on the day was specified. True professional. Clara was incredibly responsive to my inquiry. Always responded to email within 24 hours - unless she had pre-warned us she was going to be on another shoot or out of town. Also, if she said she would send you something - she would. She sent us some great teasers within a day of the shoot, and she did. It was super helpful in tiding us over while we waited for the final product. She is very relaxed & easy to talk to. We were worried about being posed & feeling uncomfortable - but right from the start, she was an excellent photographer. I would absolutely recommend her for any type of photo session.

weren't sure how we should move/pose/act during the shoot. Clara gave us great directions to make our photos look amazing! We wanted to have our photos look and feel natural and not be too look "posed" or forced. Clara understood this and we are very happy with how the photos turned out. I admit that I tend to be very awkward in pictures and I am amazed how Clara turned this awkwardness to great pictures. I would definitely recommend her to anyone that are looking to take timeless pictures that you would be proud to show off to your family, friends, and future grandkids!

oot. I could not be happier! Wouldn't pick ANYONE else to shoot on my wedding day <3

The laid back vibe and etherial closeups in her portfolio came to life in our own session. All I could think was, "is that really ME??!!" I knew if someone would be able to pull out some shots from my awkward non-photogenic self, it would be her. And she got way more than "some shots". Clara behind the lens is pure magic. You would never think to ask for some of the moments she catches, but no worry, she is always around! Inside jokes & those little moments of laughter are her specialty. She dealt with those rowdy boys like a champ, managed to make all of us girls look like models, and isn't afraid to corral the families & get those moms under control! LOL. She was around to keep us calm when things started going awry the morning of. She easily adapted to the extreme change in weather from 80 degrees and sunny the day before, to 30 degrees and snowing that night!! Talk about working magic with low light! AMAZING. Not only that, she agreed to make 2 trips out to YOSEMITE, so that we could capture some "engagement" style photos in the middle of the valley before the wedding, and then again the day of the the party. She worked her butt off for us! TWICE! The easiest part is that she is just an email away, with a very speedy response, at any given time. She offers help from the first step, and was way more organized than our own on the spot coordinator. As for after, the photo sneak peak came out super fast, and were some of the coolest pics Ive ever seen. The website is super easy to use for sharing, saving, & printing, and we can't wait to work on an album with her. Don't skimp out on your photographer. Everything happens so fast! This is what you have to remember this magical day. GO WITH CLARA! Thank you Clara!! You were everything we could have wished for & more!

ncredibly calming presence throughout the day. She got us to relax during the wedding, even when we were an hour behind schedule. We just loved having her around! Should probably also mention that the photos turned out beautifully! They feel like "us" but also made me and my husband feel like models. Crisp, classic, and perfect photos! Finally, I really appreciated Clara's quick response time and willingness to help with the day-of timeline and answer questions.

what we wanted. We are extremely pleased with the end product, which she delivered ahead of schedule. Book Clara, you won't regret it!

s, and was open to any suggestions. After only a few days, we were given the electronic photos and an album link for friends and family. Every LOVED them!

s - swift, delivering our preview photos in just a few days ready to share with our friends and family. Communication was great throughout, we live/work in Singapore and all of our arrangements were made over email. We wouldn't hesitate on recommending Clara.

and I really enjoyed the time we spent with Clara on our wedding day -- she was calming, decisive, strong, clear with direction, and fun-loving. She rolled with the punches and made us feel totally at ease in our bodies and in our environment. She didn't make us into people we are not; she is all about what's natural and then elevating it into art. We got married on July 1 and absolutely love the photos she has sent us so far; they fully reflect how we felt about the day -- joyful, intimate, and full of light. We all look like the happiest and most beautiful versions of ourselves, which is about the best you could ask for with wedding photography. She is a wonderful person and a great artist. Book her while you still can!

) and not only are they AMAZING, but she is so easy to work with. She's extremely easy going, very relaxed, blends into the crowd when needed to get candid shots and has a million great idea's to get the perfect shots. At our venue she used the benches, swing, fire pit, redwoods as props for what I know will be gorgeous shots. Clara is so easy to work with. I dread taking pictures. I was sure that we'd get stuck taking directions from her and getting directed to do this, do that, but she was not at all like that. If she needed a shot due to timing or whatever, she was laid back about it. Being the groom and not looking forward to doing pictures and being side-tracked with friends and family, I did drag my feet a little on getting things done and she was very patient with me. She also seemed to genuinely have fun with what she does. We had a second shooter (through her) just for different angles and additional shots but I am confident she would of been fine without having the 2nd photographer. When looking for a photographer I shopped around a lot, read reviews and was impressed with how prompt Clara was in our communication. I can't say enough nice things about her. We will definitely recommend her to anyone that needs a photographer. Clara is AWESOME!!!

hy truly captures the beauty, joy, and unique character of our special day. She put everyone at ease, including the camera-shy, from the wedding party to rambunctious kids to elderly family members. Our final photos are stunning---great light quality, vibrant color, and excellent composition. Plus, everyone looks fantastic! Lastly, Clara was both personable and professional throughout, a real joy to work with. We recommend her highly.

kill who could capture the whole feeling and emotions of the day. This is a feat not many can achieve, but Clara does it. She does it while blending in with your guests and becoming a seamless part of your day. As a person, she makes you feel at ease and comfortable in front of the lens, so that the pictures are of who you truly are, not a staged op. Our engagement session was done in some freezing fog and she wholly embraced it, helping me to embrace it as well. As a photographer, she truly has an amazing skill set. Our wedding sprawled over a large venue and she captured every bit of it. Not just the people, but the love and happiness from that day. I look at our photos now and tear up because those emotions are so evident in them. In addition, she used a film camera at the request of my husband. Those photos are easily some of my favorite from our special day and speak to her skill set. She's not just another person with a point and shoot and a fancy flash. Clara is a skilled photographer and a wonderful person who will thoroughly capture your special day the way you want. I cannot recommend her enough.

rever grateful that she was our wedding photographer. Clara’s graceful style and presence gave us a sense of calm on our wedding day. This in itself is such a crucial element because weddings are full of so many emotional and hectic moments that fly by way too fast. Clara focused on all those special moments and her photographs are filled, absolutely filled, with such emotion, joy, and happiness, that it gives me pause no matter how many times I look at them. That inherent ability is what makes Clara’s photography so moving. And if you’re wondering about her technical skills; at our request, Clara also photographed our wedding using a film camera. The photographs were simply stunning and I believe this sets her apart from so many photographers that simply depend on a digital camera to do the work for them. It’s a testament to her ability and talent. I do not have enough words to express just how much I recommend Clara. She will go above and beyond and will exceed all your needs!

of the shots (and more) that we wanted. She has an incredibly personal eye and her photos carry a warmth about them, which is a quality that is both rare and wonderful. My husband and I were blown away by our wedding photos and we couldn't be happier! I highly recommend Clara for anything photography wise. She's truly a gem!

letely stunning. She specializes in natural light photography and she turned my foggy/rainy day wedding into a dreamy one. Clara very easily helps you pose when doing portraits, speaks up to get group photos, and otherwise is out of the way (but busy working) during all the important moments during the wedding. She knew exactly what to do for our wedding and we could not be more pleased with the results. Seek her out and she will not disappoint!

ous, but Clara made me feels so comfortable and relaxed that after the first 10minutes into our session I completely forgot about the issues I was having. She was friendly, knowledgable, hilarious, and patient. When we received the first batch of pictures from her, I was stunned, I’m not going to lie, I cried. Clara so beautifully captured the journey of our love, a part of the story that we can later have the honor of showing our children who their parents were/are. I 100% recommend Clara to anyone who is looking for a photographer!

d to get used to kissing in front of her but she made us feel very comfortable. We got a large photo album made as well and it's a memento that we look back on frequently (and fondly). It was great having her as part of our wedding!

r. This is the one essential decision my husband I agreed on. I did research for a LONG time. From the time I booked Clara, to our actual wedding, was about a year and a half. During this time, we were in contact, and when I had silly request, or questions, she was there to answer them quickly! Communication, check. During the weeks following up to our wedding, she made the drive from the Bay Area, to Santa Rosa, just to meet with us and discuss details! Reliability, Check. The day of our wedding flew by in what seemed like an hour. Clara spent ALL day with us. From the ‘getting ready’ part, to the garter and bouquet toss, she got it ALL! But the thing my husband and I admired most, was all the time in between. She made us feel so comfortable, and ourselves, that there were no ‘forced’ smiles that day for the camera. Every emotion was so genuine, because we felt like we were just hanging out with a friend, with a camera :) Amazing person, Check. All in all, we will be looking back at these photos until we are 90 plus years old, gushing over that day that Clara captured. On the most important day of your life, Clara delivers all you need, and we are 110% sure we made the right decision hiring her.