Clarkie Photography

ause we loved everything about his work - his photojournalistic style and his eye for capturing beautiful, real moments. His gorgeous photos tell real stories. After we spoke with him via skype, it was clear to us that we wanted him to capture our wedding. Rich was also wonderful to work with on our actual wedding day! He was honestly such a calming presence and made everything easy. It seemed like he never missed a moment throughout the entire day. When we got our pictures back we couldn't have been happier! And we got them super fast. They were unbelievable, and everyone was in awe including our friends & family. He also included a slideshow of select photos, which brought us to tears as we watched it & relived our day. Photography was particularly important to us for our wedding day, and we are SO happy & grateful that Richard was there to capture it! Best decision ever!

u at a personal level. He is engaged and the photos are at the highest level of work. He captures all the emotions of your special day! Thank you so much brother!

s portfolio honestly is what captivated us. We are EXTREMELY happy with all the pictures. Richard was so accommodating and I trusted him will all the lighting and where to take the pictures. From our initial video conference to finally getting to meet him, he was super easy to work with and very professional. He helped to deliver ease and peace when he worked with us on wedding day. Alex and I are especially shy taking romantic pictures, but he coached us to sway and dancing and loosen up. We ended up with non-posed great natural pictures. There's so much to say about Richard's professionalism and true passion for the work that he does. He definitely was working so hard on our wedding day during the ceremony and onto the dance floor! We knew we just wanted him to capture the day and no one else. He was working solo for a wedding size of about 100 individuals. We had full faith in what he produced and created. We 100% recommend Clarkie to newly engaged couples to have him at your wedding! You will definitely NOT regret. His pictures are phenomenal and his turn-around getting back to us was as promised. Thank you Richard for capturing the special moments of such a cherished blessed day for us.

otographers. As soon as I spotted Rich’s work I reached out immediately thinking there wasn’t a shot in hell that he’d be available — And to our fateful surprise he was! We are so very fortunate that He could be a part of our day. He arrived early and stayed for the perfect sunset we had that evening. He sprinted around and never fell off the beachside cliffs in order to get those amazing shots he did. He is easy to get along with and makes you feel so comfortable on that big day. I had no doubt that the pictures would be beautiful even though I’m highly critical of pictures of myself, but when we got them back, I couldn’t believe what I was looking at. I was literally awe struck on how incredibly beautiful every single picture was (is). Rich has a level of artistry unlike anything I have seen — if someone could make me feel that beautiful in a photo they have to be an artist. We are so lucky to have met Rich and so thankful he captured every beauty of our wedding. Rich. Is. Dope. Thank you From the bottom of our hearts!!

satisfied with the wonderful results. You are absolutely the best! Any photo shoots I have in the future, you are the only person I am going to and recommending. Thank you for doing such a wonderful job with our photos. ” Richard has an eye for capturing the perfect light and angles. I’m a worry bug but I had to learn to relax and trust Richard, because he genuinely knows exactly what he is doing. And he did exactly that, produced the most perfect photos of my wedding day and engagement shoot.

ute dream to work with during our photo shoot in Malibu, and we were completely blown away by the photos. When it came time to hire a photographer for our wedding in Chicago, my husband and I knew there was no one else we could possibly consider for the job. We flew Richard out for the wedding and it was one of the best decisions we made during the planning process. On our wedding day, Rich went above and beyond to capture the most epic, breathtaking, and timeless photos of us. Once again, we are blown away by Rich's talent and professionalism. I can't hep but smile every time I look at our wedding photos.

beautiful candid shots and his ability/willingness to create creative compositions, and he did not disappoint. He prefers to capture the day as it is, instead of relying on too much on staged photographs (though of course he'll do those as well). Rich was fun and funny, and we and our guests immediately felt very comfortable around him. As such, he was able to capture what feels like a very natural and authentic portrayal of our wedding, reception, and the preparations beforehand. We were very happy with the photos that he delivered, all beautiful shots with some very fun and interesting compositions mixed in with the traditional. Compositionally, I couldn't be happier. His editing of the photos was consistent and well executed, and images were contrasty and engaging. This style was not always my favorite, as it was not very flattering to (especially older) skin, and often included some blown out highlights (which is not really my style). Even still, we really enjoyed the photos. Delivery of photos was not as fast as it was for some of our friends' weddings, but the photos were better. The timing was still fairly speedy (and was exactly what he said to expect). I would highly recommend Richard Clarke.

istic account of our wedding was what we hoped for and it was delivered beyond our wildest expectations. On the day of our wedding Rich was somehow both everywhere and invisible at the same time. Seamlessly capturing every moment without making us feel even slightly disrupted. With our permission he also pulled us away from the wedding for a few opportune moments which resulted in some of our favorite pictures. Everything on our wedding day went off without a hitch, but it wasn't until we received our photos a few months later that we knew we hit the jackpot in hiring Rich. The event was captured so beautifully, both in it's essence and reality. Looking through our pictures was like taking a magical journey through our wedding day. This wasn't some posed run of the mill prom photos. It was a transformative odyssey masterfully captured by a true artist. Rich ranks among the best decisions we made for our wedding. In addition to the photos he created an amazing slideshow set to music that we have watched over and over again and shared with family and friends. Thank you Rich for insuring that our wedding will always be remembered in perfect images

make our day perfect! The pictures you sent were absolutely beautiful and captured every precious moment of our wedding. You really went above and beyond our expectations! Love, Deepi & Jon

ed! The photos are beautiful and represent us and the mood of the day perfectly. On top of the professionalism and sheer talent, Rich is a great guy!

otion in such a beautiful and creative way. Somehow he was everywhere and invisible at the same time. He got into the ocean with us, jumped out into LA traffic, did wall sits in our dressing room - the work he puts in is astounding. And the photos he delivered aren't snapshots, they're art, really flattering pieces of art that we were ecstatic to be the subject of. I would also highly recommend adding an engagement shoot to your photography package with Clarkie because he made us feel so comfortable, beautiful, and even more in love sharing those intimate moments leading up to the big ones. Please book him as soon as you decide on this style of photography, splurge if you have to. I can't imagine a better product or experience.

d to be around. He was more than a pleasure at every juncture, made us feel at ease the entire time, and managed to capture every single detail so perfectly AND made it all look so effortless. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!!!!!!!

at, Richard was a delight, running around totally excited to tell our story. Can’t give a more heartfelt endorsement—Thank you Clarkie!

is photos really sealed the deal on that. We started our search really wanting to find a photographer who could capture the candid moments, and Richard delivered on all we could have hoped for, plus more. We cannot thank him enough for covering every single special moment, with such an honest and true eye for everything!! His attention to detail, plus his ability to capture the big picture is UNREAL. In addition, my husband and I, plus our family and friends thoroughly enjoyed his presence. He seamlessly fit in throughout the day, making us and our guests laugh, while also helping us feel very natural and comfortable throughout the more formal, posed picture taking process. Not to mention, he did it all in 105 degree weather, without complaining once!! My husband and I are so in love with all of these photos and we will most definitely be re-visiting the album we received from Clarkie, reminiscing for a veryyyy long time from now. His photos are truly works of art, and we can't wait to have our favorite images printed for our home, although I'm not sure how we'll be able to choose just a few from the 1,000+ incredible ones he delivered. If you're looking for a photographer for your wedding day, there is no way to go wrong with Clarkie! Book him NOW.

dream engagement shoot. We had an initial consult and several Skype meetings/emails exchanged before our trip as well. I felt that if we had any questions, he was accessible to us. Rich was willing to hike with us for an amazing sunset shot which was priceless to us. He was also willing to shoot another area with us the next morning. All of the pictures were beautiful and I can't say enough about the work he put into it. Feel free to contact Rich and he will listen to your ideas if you are wanting to shoot somewhere special like we did, you will not regret it!

th muted colors and romantic backdrops - we wanted something almost like photojournalism that would help us best remember the day. We coudn’t be more happy with how our photos turned out. In addition to a lovely set of photos and beautiful photo album, we were so impressed with how easy it was to work with Rich and how dedicated he was to really capturing the event - staying late both nights to shoot, getting involved with the crowd without being overbearing. We would highly recommend Rich, especially if you are looking for something truly special. I only wish I had more events for him to shoot!

are spectacular and Rich is now our photographer for every event forever and ever. We could not be happier. Oh and just because you should know these things, he was professional, respectful, patient and just easy to work with.

ina Island wedding, but really preserved the story of the full day. Rich was also amazing to work with! When planning, I didn't quite realize how much time you spend with your photographer and what an impact they have on your general enjoyment throughout the day. He was fun, funny, flexible, efficient, and somehow made everyone feel totally comfortable, which I think really showed in the pictures. He also took the time to have a few prep calls with, which was much appreciated! Overall, I'm so happy to have met Rich, so glad he was a part of our day, and so thrilled with the final outcome!

se, and he still made time to FaceTime and call us. He really got to know us and the vibe for our wedding and special moments. Richard's pictures most definitely speak for themselves, but when they're of you... it feels surreal. He is truly well practiced at anticipating perfect moments and how to capture them. We never had to fake laugh or do something a second time. He was a seamless fit in our special day. Not to mention our guests were all telling us how amazing and personable he was. I really hope I find an excuse to work with him again in the future. 10/10

I would recommend Richard to any bride or groom!

d shot at a venue we were considering booking. We didn’t wind up choosing that venue, but could not get his pictures out of our heads. We reached out to him immediately after we booked our wedding and are so thankful we did. The entire experience working with Rich was fantastic, from start to finish. We first “met” via Skype, as we live on the East Cost. After having a great conversation, Rich, at our request, provided several references- who couldn’t have offered any higher praise. This sealed the deal for us. More than a year and a half before our August 2017 wedding, we hired Rich for our wedding and rehearsal because we wanted him to document the entire wedding weekend and didn’t want to risk losing him. Leading up to the big day, Rich was easy to get a hold of and quickly answered any questions we had. He also did a great job working out our wedding day timeline with us. Come our wedding day, Richard (and his second shooter Jason) worked their magic. We aren’t necessarily naturals in front on the camera, but Rich made us feel comfortable and encouraged us to be ourselves. There was such effort on his end to make sure every shot was perfect... Leading up to our first look, Rich knocked on hotel room doors down the length of the hall to make sure no one would walk out and disrupt our special moment. At Rich’s suggestion, we sneaked off during our reception to take sunset pictures. For about 45 minutes, we enjoyed some private time and had those moments captured- with the best lighting and scenic background. Some of these photos are our absolute favorite from the day.   Rich sent us a preview of our pics while we were on our honeymoon- just 2 weeks after our wedding. We loved them so much that it actually made it even harder to wait for the full gallery. Within a few weeks, we received an AMAZING slide show highlighting the whole wedding weekend. We didn’t have a videographer and the slide show did a great job of taking us back to our special day- we must have watched it 10 times the night we got it. Such an awesome touch! We’re so thrilled not just with our pictures, but with the whole experience. We can’t imagine having worked with anyone else. Thank you, Rich!

es - they were real, not staged and were exactly what we wanted. It was one of the best decisions we made and this is what we got.... Imagine being overjoyed and in awe of every single picture from the perfect perspective, telling your wedding story that gets you emotional every time you see it. Everyone has been in awe of how amazing the pictures are and have said "I've never seen wedding photos like it, they are unbelievable. It is like a magazine cover shoot". Rich seems to have an omnipotent awareness to preempt where he needs to be to capture the perfect picture. And not just of the bride and groom. Rich captured many intimate moments between our guests, including one of expecting parents, with their hands on baby-bump. Just one of the many priceless moments he has captured forever. This skill of being in the perfect place every time has produced an astounding story of our wedding and captured the emotion in a stunningly beautiful image, with every single shot. He is relentless on the day, soaking up everything you have experienced and everything you missed. And he does not stop after the event; Rich edited a huge amount of photos and got them back to us in just a few weeks. A truly epic effort. We expected the outcome would be good but it is better than we could ever have hoped for. Even the music of our slideshow is perfect! Professional throughout, Rich works in the background while being great (and patient) with guests. We have had so many compliments and comments from our friends on how great he was. We could not recommend this man more, worth every penny. We are so delighted with his work. Absolutely priceless memories we will cherish for eternity and we have Clarkie Photography to thank. If you want wedding memories that both you and your guests will want to see time and time again then contact Clarkie Photography. He really is born to do this!

et his photos out of my head, as it was probably not ideal to fly a photographer here. I continued to search for other photographers but I felt like I was going to be settling. My husband looked at his photos and with a little convincing, got to be as I was, so we contacted Rich...Best. Decision. Ever! From the moment we first talked with him he made us feel comfortable and was a breeze to talk with. He offered to do an engagement shoot for us in Alaska, as he just so happened to be flying here for another wedding that summer. We were both a little nervous being in front of a camera like that for the first time but he made it so much fun and so enjoyable. The photos we received were mind blowing. Adam and I both knew that we had made the right decision, even if we did get a few weird looks from family and friends when we would tell them we were flying a photographer in from LA. Then came the time for our wedding. Communication was perfect, he answered any questions we had, and made us 100% comfortable. He arrived wedding day bright and early and was there throughout all the chaos. There was a moment where he even told me to breath, calming me down since my nerves were clearly obvious, moments before walking down the aisle. He just seems like he cares, he is passionate about his work, and for the day, is a part of the family even though he is there for a specific job. My family and friends absolutely adored him. We have had nothing but amazing comments about how fun he was and I can't even put words to how much we love the gallery and slideshow we have now received from our big day. He's a photography wizard and deserves all the praise possible. Thank you so much Rich. Adam and I both appreciate your hard work and will cherish these photos forever. Adam: When my wife told me she wanted a photographer from LA, I thought she was insane. As a guy, I didn't have many considerations or expectations in a photographer other than a reasonable price; and all that I could think about was the extra cost of a plane ticket. Also as a guy, I wasn't allotted much say in the situation... So we went with Rich. I'm sure I'll get used to saying this, but my wife was right. From the moment we spoke to him I knew he was the right guy. He absolutely blew me away. His photo's were amazing, his attitude was amazing, his interaction with everyone was just simply amazing. He made everyone feel so comfortable, he made us genuinely laugh when needed, and he caught every single moment we could have asked for. Sure, its easy to make my wife look good, so I can't credit him too much on that aspect; but to make MY butt look less chunky than normal?! That's borderline magic. Which is why he has been dubbed the wizard of photography (by me). I would recommend Wizard Rich to literally anyone for anything that needs photographed; unless you don't like perfection.

ery professional and a pleasure to work with. We were very happy with both our engagement & wedding photos. Thank you so much for capturing our special day!

figure out how he was able to be in three places at once! Not only did he document our wedding so we can reminisce for years to come, the photos are gorgeous and look like they came out of a magazine. He was a pleasure to work with, professional, and went above and beyond to make us happy. I would rebook Clarkie again and again, and recommend him to all my friends.

so keen to sort out the important details. Richard is a pro! He melted away in the background while getting all the important shots, he was friendly and fun with all of our guests and best of all, willing to photograph on the rollercoaster ride we had planned! We love all the photos which truly captured the emotion and scenery of the day. Richard made us feel very comfortable and knew exactly how to direct us for the perfect shots. Thank you again! xox

y professional, but incredibly funny and easy going. Which was crucial in maintaining a fun, natural, stress free environment on your special day. We absolutely loved him and his team. We wanted images that captured the feeling of the evening and not so much posed shots. The images were SO GREAT! I loved seeing all of the moments I missed, I genuinely laughed and cried simultaneously. The style and aesthetic is so on point as well. Going from classic beauty shots of the space, us, and guests ... to making the reception looking like the most out of control, coolest party on the planet! Total perfection! Receiving the photos was easy, and we were able to download all of the images!!! Also, Rich put together a beautiful slideshow for us with all of the best images set to touching music. My dad really appreciated that touch and shared it with family that were unable to make it to the wedding day! We are so happy with Rich's amazing work and I couldn't recommend Clarkie Photography more.

does this mean better pictures (because who wants to look awkward in their pictures?), but it also makes the whole experience quite fun and enjoyable. Overall, Rich has extraordinary artistic ability, is extremely professional, and could fit in just about anywhere. Thank you, Rich!

-day, flat light with the sun directly on top of us - anything we threw at him, he made it work! We cannot be happier with the results! It's so true that the day goes by so fast and you won't remember a thing. We are really seeing our wedding for the first time through Rich's photos (looks like it was a fun wedding!). It's really amazing how he was able to capture the same moments from different perspectives, somehow getting the best mans speech, and our reactions 100 feet away, or our vows and our parents reactions in the other direction. We don't know how he did it! One of the things that really stuck our with us is how honest and upfront Rich was, *leading up to the wedding*, about some of the difficulties we might face with the timing of the day (with really harsh light) and the timeline of how we wanted the day to go. After seeing our initial timeline, he noted that we seem to be rushing some things (which was true), and probably wouldn't end up on schedule, and he didn't want our photos to be lost in the mix. He worked directly with our wedding planner to make it work so we had ample time to take the photos we wanted. When we expressed our desire to take the cliche couple in front of the windmills photo out in Palm Springs, he explained to us how the lighting at that time of day was not great lighting, and warned us, *days prior*, that the result might not be what we expect. In the end, the photos turned out perfect (because he's a great photographer!), but the fact that we had these warnings, and he was honest about these things before the wedding day itself, was amazing. We would have been devastated if he said nothing, and a month later when we saw the photos none of those turned out. Being honest with us and us being prepared for it does wonders, especially when there are 1000 other moving parts on your wedding day. He really puts you at ease that he knows what' he's doing, and he's there for you. Another thing that really stuck out to us was how Rich didn't stick out at all during the day. It was as if he was just part of the group. He is nice, funny, and just a pleasure to be around. He just hung out with us, and found the moments to capture naturally, never creating a pause or a staged moment. We can't recommend Rich and Clarkie Photography enough!!! You will not be disappointed!

to capture photos of us around the city and also our ceremony and reception. It's one thing to be wowed by his photos of other couples, but seeing yourselves in the art that Rich creates is a fantastic feeling. When I showed the gallery to my parents they both cried and immediately started requesting prints. We happily recommend Rich and his team to anyone looking for jaw-dropping wedding photos.

two of us, and even though Rich was the 3rd person among us we felt so comfortable and relaxed with him. We had so much fun and laughter during our time together. Rich captured our core feelings in his photos. I see my emotions 100% reflected in all his pictures. They are so intimate, personal, romantic, beautiful, and stunning, with the special and unique signature of Clarke's creative style! We wouldn't go with any photographer other than Rich. Rich, you've made our day even more special! Thank you very much for everything you've done for us, you're fantastic! A massive hug, David & Judith

could to maximize his time, but create breathtaking products (which he did). He was thorough yet unintrusive, sensitive yet clear, and a complete joy throughout the day. Our images are priceless artifacts that, due to his keen eye and editing, could be magazine features. I understand that wedding photography can seem like an indulgent cost, and I get that weddings are already very costly, but Rich is worth every penny and more. I have too many friends who regret skimping on wedding photography because, at the end, it is the only visual artifact from the day (unless you also opt for a videographer). The whole day goes so fast and you can't be there for every beautiful moment. If you can, you want someone with the care and skill that Rich has to document those moments. We will cherish ours forever. Thank you, Rich!

ter person to be there with us on our day. Not only did he take the most amazing photos but he also added a level of light, love and laughter to the day and he kept us on time! One of my very favorite things about having him as our photographer was watching him work. His complete understanding of his craft and his very intimate relationship with his camera was something very special and inspiring. I was so so so eager to get our photos back and when we did I about passed out. Over 1,000 perfect images. So much more than I could ever imagine. There is no way I could ever pick a favorite, ever. When looking at all of the photos together they create a perfect story of the day, taking you from moment to moment with complete fluidity. However, what I love the most about the images is that every single one of them can stand alone. Each shot tells a full story of that moment. That to me is what is so special. Your wedding day is full of little moments, little moments that can be lost due to the obvious grandness of the day. I am so grateful for all of the little stories that Richard has reminded us of. Richard is also so amazing and just the sweetest, also he is very funny. We spoke on the phone many times before the wedding, I always felt like I was talking to my dearest friend. He is extremely prompt and always kind. I cannot say enough wonderful things about him. Choosing Rich was one of our best moves when it came to the wedding, and I can say with complete confidence, it will be for you too.

ing where we continued to ask questions and get comfortable with one another. What I want to mention about that process and what I loved most about him is that we felt no pressure whatsoever to book. Rich was extremely professional, and genuine when stating that we should make sure we choose a photographer that we felt comfortable with. Our engagement shoot was lovely, I only wish that we could go back and relax more like he told us to. We had never had professional photos taken of us, and my wife was extremely nervous. Rich didn't get annoyed with our nervousness or impatient, instead he worked with us and helped us pose for some of the most beautiful pictures. I absolutely love our engagement pictures and so does everyone else we show them to, you would have never known that we were not able to relax and fully be ourselves because of his talent with the camera which caught us in some of those moments we were able to be ourselves. The wedding was also absolutely fantastic. Despite a hot October in California, our very bitchy attitudes, lack of/non existent natural lighting....Rich worked his ass off. What I love about him is that he doesn't stop trying to get you the type of pictures that you paid him for despite any circumstance and on top of that, he is a no BS type of guy. If something isn't working, he will tell you right away and will move to a different location/pose/etc to get the shots he knows will turn out beautiful. My only regret in booking him was not allowing myself to listen his advice and RELAX. He is a great candid in the moment photographer, and I assure you that if you are your true self in front of his camera he will illustrate your love story through photographs like any other photographer. I would love to work with him again in the future the next time we need a professional photographer. I HIGHLY recommend him and cannot say enough about his professionalism, talent, and attentiveness. Do not cheap out on your photography budget. You may be able to find a cheaper photographer but I am a firm believer in you get what you pay for and in this case he is worth every penny.

pher was the first priority on our endless list of things to do. Many of our friends and family were getting married this year and I noticed many of them used the same photographer or the same style of photography for their wedding day. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that but we wanted our wedding photos to stand out and match our personalities, we didn’t want the filtered, bright, sunny, smiling pictures like everyone else. We were looking for something raw, passionate, artistic, and breathtaking. I went through almost all 40 some odd pages of photographers in the LA area on theknot.com and finally found Rich. I showed my husband his portfolio and he was blown away. Rich was within our budget, and exactly what we were looking for. What we appreciated most about Rich was that he was honest. In our first phone meeting with him he told us exactly how he likes to do things and to trust his work. Umm yeah, who would be okay with that? Thank God we were! You shouldn’t have to direct your photographer, your photographer should be directing you, and that is exactly what Rich did for our engagement session and our wedding. Did I mention that we had a 440 person South Indian wedding? We are pretty sure Rich came up to us dripping in sweat and telling us how absolutely insane the day was but definitely fun! We are so grateful that we found a photographer that was passionate and so hard working. We just put up our wedding album and all of our friends and family can’t stop talking about the pictures and how amazing they are. His work speaks for itself. Exactly what we imagined, timeless. Book him. Book him right now. You will never regret it.

retty pictures, but was capable of capturing moments that takes your breath away - Rich is all this and more! I am reminded of his talent over and over again as I struggle to finalize my album because there's too many great pictures to choose from. And trust me it's a problem you want to have (and Rich has been incredibly patient in guiding me through this process)! I can go on and on but one other reason why you would want Rich by your side on your wedding day is his ability to have you be present. As you may know, the wedding day can be hectic and stressful. On my wedding day, I had a moment when I was dwelling on some hiccups that occurred prior (none of which was related to Rich), and Rich quickly brought me back to reality and helped me be in the moment. I will always be grateful for that. The rest is history but I will always have Rich's pictures to take me back to one of the biggest moments in my life! THANK YOU RICHARD!

and wish that you could have the peace of mind in knowing that at least one of the vendors is going to go way beyond your highest expectations? Are you worried that pictures from a photographer’s portfolio aren’t going to be representative of the ones that they take for you? Good news! Richard is going to capture every moment of your wedding and make it look even more incredible than a Vanity Fair photo shoot. Grooms: Do you find the process of having your picture taken repeatedly to be very tedious and uncomfortable? Do you wish you could look as badass in pictures as you feel in real life? You’re in luck! Richard is going to make you look like the love child of Burt Reynolds and Ryan Gosling. If you have been wading through a sea of websites and portfolios trying to find the perfect photographer, you need to run, not walk, to Richard. After my beautiful bride, he was the second most amazing person at our wedding.

he photographer we hire have an artistic approach and be unobtrusive - Richard was both. We had numerous guests comment on how lovely he was as well. We will always be grateful to Richard for capturing so much beauty and joy throughout the day. If you are in the market for a wedding photographer, don't bother looking any further. You won't find one who is as talented or as passionate as Richard.

agine how couples felt looking at their photos of their big day and wanted that same feeling. I remember my husband saying "We MUST meet with Richard. His photographs look like movie stills. This is who I want to photograph our wedding." Before our initial meeting, my husband and I knew that we wanted to work with Richard. Meeting him only solidified that feeling.. Not only were his pictures INCREDIBLE, but he was absolute delight. He listened to what we wanted and took the time to explain the best way to achieve it. Since we were getting married in Santa Barbara, CA he explained the logistics of the day and what we should expect from him. Having someone be very upfront right off the bat is so helpful and greatly appreciated. We booked Richard about a year and a half before our wedding date (My husband and I had a long engagement). Throughout that time, Richard stayed in contact and checked in to see how things were progressing . He made sure that we had shot lists well in advance so he could provide us with his insight and give us a realistic timeline for photos. A few days before the big day, Richard checked in to make sure that we were doing okay and to let us know when he would be arriving, who his assistant would be and most importantly to breathe. It was very reassuring to know that of all the things left on our list of things to do and things to worry about, Richard WAS NOT one of them. The big day arrived and Richard and his assistant, Ren showed up while my husband and I were getting ready in our respective areas. My husband and I decided that we would not see each other the night before and had opted to not do a first look. We wanted the first time that we saw each other to be when I was walking down the aisle. Richard was able to capture my husband's face the first time he saw me in my wedding dress - that picture makes me cry every time. Richard was so reassuring and easy to work with, that any uncomfortableness I had about posing for pictures immediately disappeared. Thinking back on the day, I remember my guest laughing and having a good time with Richard and Ren. They both were so personable and warm that all my friend and family loved working with them and it really came through in the photos. Throughout the day, he was great with communicating with our other vendors and tried to keep with the timeline as much as possible. He was hugely instrumental in making sure that the wedding stayed on track and flowed smoothly. Within a few days, Richard had emailed us a few teaser photos. We were so blown away and couldn't wait to see the entire album. About a month after the wedding, Richard emailed us our pictures along with a slideshow (I cried the entire time the slideshow was playing.) The photos are beautiful and exactly what we was hoping for. The mix of posed and candid shots are perfectly balanced. I am so incredibly grateful for finding Richard and so thankful for his time and his artistic talent. He is an amazing photographer and I believe you would be hard pressed to find someone as talented as Richard.

e same time that you want a good photographer for your wedding, however, you also want someone who is fun, patient, kind, and practical on a day that is joyful but also inevitably a bit stressful and a bit insane. Richard and his wife Clare were the perfect combination of these things. We ended up spending a lot of time with them both as we traveled across Yosemite Valley and beyond. Richard and Clare were especially wonderful when my husband began feeling sick due to the heat. They found creative ways to cool him down in a random park parking lot. They put in many miles and hours in their efforts on that day, and they were well spent. The results of that day were spectacular--the photos Richard and Clare took are utterly stunning. Several of my friends have framed them and hung them on their walls--perhaps because they love us, but I believe more-so because they are beautiful art. I would work with Richard and Clare again in a heartbeat. I am already looking for ways to hang out with them again!

o work with and it was a pleasure having him at our wedding. We are so thrilled with all of our photos. They make amazing memories of our wedding and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results. I would highly highly recommend Richard for anyone planning their wedding.

heart and captured moments between my family and friends I never thought possible. These photos have also touched so many people that attended the wedding and many more that couldn't. An engaged couple that attended our wedding have already tried to book him for theirs! It's unfortunate how many memories about our wedding night become foggy in the months after; so much happens it's impossible to keep it all. I look at Rich's photos and am immensely taken back to the most magical night of my life and feel all of it again. I can't express my appreciation enough.

of the most sought after wedding photographers in the business. Fortunately though, and to our absolute delight Rich was in the UK on the 20th August and agreed to shoot our wedding at Northbrook Park, in the Hampshire countryside just outside London. Rich was at the venue when I arrived at 9am running about in the rain (after all it is the great British summer!) trying to direct our limo through very tight corners. Knowing Rich made the day even more special and his interaction with our guests was out of this world. He captured every laugh, every tear, every special moment and having just looked at our pictures we cried, laughed out loud and feel transported back to the day. Particular highlights are my dad lifting his kilt, Steve getting emotional at the Ceremony, my Maid of Honour chasing a runaway dress, a sexy leg/garter shot and some ‘special’ dance moves pulled off by our guests. The wedding was full of love and laughter and this is projected in the images Rich has taken. Rich is the most hardworking, professional and down to earth guy and it is a privilege that he is part of our lives. He went the extra mile and beyond to capture images that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. When we shared the slide show with our friends and family the one resounding word that came back was ‘Wow!’. Rich you are original, a talent, tireless, creative, a total legend, the best photographer we could have picked and above all a friend. Thanks again from the bottom of our hearts. Fiona & Steve

the funny moments, the unscripted and genuine moments that made up the story of our day and revealed something of the texture of our relationships. Rich delivered on every level. He was professional and tenacious, fun and funny -- all invaluable qualities when you spend 15 hours together on one of the most emotionally charged days of your life. Our wedding was so much more than we could have hoped for or imagined, and the images Rich captured are authentic, intimate, and beautiful windows into it. We'd hire Rich again in a heartbeat.

sed by my friend's choice to bring a photographer from the Los Angeles area up to Alaska with him for the ceremony. Our friend group can be quite rambunctious, to put it mildly, and I couldn't understand why the Groom would choose to drag an esteemed photographer through the gauntlet. Once I met Richard that weekend I understood why my friend needed him and once I saw his photographs of that wedding I knew that I could only dream of a photographer of his caliber to become a part of our wedding. When it came time for my wife and I to choose a wedding photographer of our own, Richard was always in the back of our mind but we didn't think that it would be possible to get him back up to Alaska to deal with our friend group again. However, after the first conversation with Richard our decision had quickly become solidified. His eagerness not only towards his role, but towards helping us in other areas of our wedding, guided my wife and I through many aspects of the planning and decision making process. One of the conversations prior to the wedding that stood out to me was his passion towards his craft. As many may know, Alaskan summers have very long days and during the time of year that our wedding occurred the sun does not really set. Well Richard seemed to embrace this opportunity and not shy away from the extent that his day may last. When the weekend of our wedding arrived so did Richard, and just as before, he was helpful in all regards. He wasn't just a photographer, he became a friend. Richard understands that he has captured many different aspects of many different weddings and uses this knowledge to help others and guide them through a day that can be stressful and nerve-wracking. Throughout the day Richard captured every aspect of the wedding that we wanted to remember in a way that far exceeded all of our expectations. From the static centerpieces, to the flux of guests and dance, Richard caught each moment with beauty. Not only do his photographs remind us of the best day of our lives, but they excite the emotions from that day each time that we view them. But what we appreciate most about Richard Clarke wasn't what he provided as a photographer, but what he provided us as a person. Not only are his results unmatched, but his character is as well. Thank You Richard, Chase & Rachael Swalling

r engagement shoot. We went to Yosemite and it was probably the most challenging of days to shoot anything. It rained. It snowed. We had two seconds of sunshine. We trekked through woods and chased waterfalls. But Rich rolled with it and captured amazing images. No doubt, we wanted him there on our wedding day. Rich was very professional and loves his job. He arrived on time (early even) and stayed till the end! He was fun and made me and the groom feel relaxed. He joked with the wedding party and everyone. Very personable which helps everyone not feel self-conscious. He wasn't afraid to be in the best position to capture the right shot. He takes his job very seriously, and that's what you want from your wedding photographer. You want someone who will be there to capture all the moments you want sealed in time. He also has a great eye for both detail AND the big picture. The photos he captured were BEAUTIFUL. We have been receiving compliments left and right. He created a slideshow that made my mom cry -- and my mom doesn't cry for anything. He has a knack for making a photo not just a captured memory, but a piece of art. I dare you to look at his portfolio and blog and not want him to capture your big day!

ot. At the same time, he kept things light-hearted and made sure we were enjoying each moment of the day. The creativity of his photos speak for themselves. He creatively captured many in-the-moment laughs, glances, etc of both my wife and I as well as our family and friends. I have no doubt that Rich probably took the best photo in years of many of my relatives, and it will be nice to be able to pass these on to family. I would recommend Rich highly to anyone.

rsonality makes you & your family feel so at ease and relaxed during the crazy whirlwind of your wedding day. Clarkie Photography was recommended to us by our wedding coordinator. Just one look at Rich’s website my husband & I knew he was the perfect photographer to tell the story of our day. We met with him and spent over and hour together, getting to know Rich and he us. It was as if we were old friends catching up. Rich was really great about staying in contact over the months and answering any questions we had. He recommended our videographers (whom we loved), showed up to our rehearsal because he had never worked at the venue before and wanted to get a sense of the place before the big day AND hired an awesome second photographer, Adam – who was also incredibly talented. Rich truly goes out of his way and works like crazy to get the best possible images for his clients. He’s also the only photographer we found that would get you your photos and slideshow within a month of the wedding! AMAZING! Wedding planning is STRESSFUL but do yourself a favor and book Clarkie Photography for your big day. It will be the easiest and best decision you make!

and he was easy to reach after the shoot. Furthermore, Richard made the whole shoot experience very fun and very simple. Not to mention, his pictures were of superb quality and finish. We would highly recommend Richard to all couples.

hing that was just good. I wanted to pick someone whose work really pulled me into the emotional content of the wedding. When I found Rich's page, I was stunned honestly. His photos really draw you in to the story of the day and the feelings that the couple have for each other and their loved ones. So many of his photos made me ask myself questions about the weddings and the people in them. I think that is what superb photography does, it provides us with a unique perspective that makes us ask questions about big and small moments. Rich is an expert doing just that. The day of wedding was magic! Weddings are a wild ride, and Rich is also very talented at staying calm and collected. This is also very important in choosing your wedding photographer. Rich is repeatedly rated as five stars because he is simply the best. You can't go wrong with choosing him to be a part of your day.

tos I wanted. This was until I found Richard, of course. There was something about his photos that spoke to me, and made me feel something. They were unique, and stylized so different than any other photographer I looked at, and I looked at a lot!! Richard was actually the only photographer that I reached out to, and wanted and was so thankful we got. Every moment from the first phone call up until the wedding day was a complete pleasure. Richard is professional, easygoing, and just a great person to be around. We recently received our photos (after only one month!!), and were blown away with the results. He captured our day with the unique style and emotion we wanted. He got so many fabulous candid photos from throughout the day. Again, if you are not looking for the cookie cutter, same as everyone else photos then hire Richard. He is well worth the money spent and then some. I knew in my gut he was our guy, and every dealing with him only solidified our decision even further.

apture. We were ecstatic to see the email from you with our slideshow and photo album and in such a quick turnaround time! After traveling halfway around the world coming home from our honeymoon we sat back and relived the best day of our lives through your lens. Words cannot explain the flood of emotions we both felt during the slideshow and again while browsing all of the other photos. You worked your magic again and exhibited why we never questioned hiring you to document our marriage. We look forward to sharing these beautiful memories with our friends and family and looking back on them fondly as we grow old together. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you!

I was completely put to ease from our very first conversation. I felt bad because I was drilling him with questions, and he gladly answered all of them with great detail. Richard is one of the coolest dudes I've met. He made our entire experience feel comfortable and easy. From the first conversation we had, until we received our photos, everything was seamless and wonderful. Richard has an ability to come across as an old friend you have not seen in years. It was easy to trust him completely. Aside from being such a wonderful individual, our photos are breathtaking. We have been watching our slide show every day. We love them that much. He was able to capture such great timeless emotion of all our loved ones which was SO important to us. Richard writes in his website about moving here from England to take on the very competitive wedding photography industry in the LA market. He set high standards for himself with no excuses for failure. And also to become one of LA's best wedding photographers. Being in the photography business myself, I think he's accomplished just that. Richards wedding photography is by far the best I've seen in LA. and his passion for creating a lasting impression with his work is inspiring. Thank you so much Richard. We have photos that will fill us with joy for the rest of our lives. Cheers to you! -Alex + Kelly 2015

planning. On the day of, Richard worked diligently to manage our time and take advantage of interesting angles and backdrops. In less than two months we received our slideshow and photos! We didn't expect the slideshow but it was lovely and moving. We're extremely excited to keep flipping through the rest of the photos and relive that special day. Thanks, Rich!

talented. The photos we received really show his photojournalist vision. We are thrilled we chose him and highly recommend him to anyone in need of an excellent photographer that brings his A game through and through.

eat sense of humor! When we first got in touch with Richard, he made a concerted effort to learn about us as a couple. He’s a captive listener and you can tell he cares a great deal about catering his storytelling and style to all of his subjects. We did our engagement photo shoot in Angeles National Forest. Richard not only put us at ease with his jokes, he also did something that I believe played an important part in leading to the incredible, evocative photos we ended up with: he asked us to stop for a few minutes, look each other in the eye and say why we loved each other, what qualities we admired. The results were stunning, and not only because Richard is an expert in his craft at a technical level, but also due to the way he masterfully interacts with the people he is working with. After being floored by the quality of the engagement photos we would have been happy if the wedding shots were of the same caliber. But no, Richard and his assistant took it to a new level. What came back to us from Richard looked better than what you see in the best magazines and blogs. Our event was at Hummingbird Nest Ranch and Richard took full advantage of the raw beauty of our venue, putting us and all of our guests in the best light. Whether it was herding cats during the family and bridal party shots or getting in the middle of the dance floor during the reception, Richard made sure to capture all the photos we would have wanted and more. His performance was an A+ and I give him my highest level of recommendation!

were looking into local photographers, but I had not found anyone who's images made me feel something. The moment I saw Richard's blog, I knew he was the one for us. He has an incredible eye, and every image he captures tells a love story. He is also responsive, always professional and the nicest human! The day of the wedding, he was everywhere! He took photos of things I didn't even know were happening. I had so many guests tell me how much they enjoyed talking to him and that he is the hardest working photographer they have ever seen at a wedding. He really is a ninja, and was in a tree at one point to get the shot he wanted. He also got eaten by mosquitoes or mozzies as he called them, along with us, to get some of the most stunning shots of us in wildflowers. Those photos are worth every bite I got! I will cherish the photographs Richard took for the rest of my life. It is impossible to pick a favorite, or even remotely narrow it down. Not a single one looks posed or unnatural. The slideshow he created brings me to tears every time. He managed to capture our motley crew of friends/tribe/family in the most gorgeous way. People who could not attend our sorta destination wedding have expressed how impressed they are with the photos, and that they felt like they were there with us after watching the amazing slideshow Richard created for us. The sheer number of images we received EDITED in just three weeks time still ceases to amaze me. He also sent over some teaser images just a day (in which he traveled) after. He is truly an artist, and the hardest worker in the field. I feel lucky to know him.

ography is superb! Every picture was great and our wedding album told a beautiful story! If we had to pick again we would definitely pick Richard and highly recommend him to any bride looking for amazing wedding photos!

ed, looking for a photographer was our very first task. Given our backgrounds in film and photography, we were extremely picky. Additionally, we were having a multi-day, not quite conventional Indian/Hindu wedding, and we needed someone who could capture events that might be unfamiliar. We researched many companies, but as soon as we came across Clarkie Photography, we knew that there was no other choice for us. Rich is amazing at both couples photography and candid shots. His couples photographs are amazingly epic, and the candid shots really capture the beauty and emotions of events. In addition to the amazing aesthetics of his work, I have never seen better documentation of a Hindu wedding ceremony. Meeting with Rich confirmed our choice in Clarkie photography. Rich is incredibly professional and easy to work with, and you can trust him to deliver. He is very punctual and a clear communicator. He always responded to our emails in a timely manner, and took the initiative to check in and give us updates. He also took the initiative to arrive early and stay late, which means he captured moments of our wedding that even the videographer missed. Rich is also very kind. My whole family loved him. Emotions were running high at the wedding because my family was dealing with a very recent death, and there were several difficult vendors having meltdowns. Rich was able to work with all of this chaos, adjusting his photography plans according to what was going on. He was also really honest and calming, which I truly appreciated! I was extremely stressed the whole weekend, but Rich made a point of telling me when it showed on my face, so we could have the best photographs possible. My husband and I both felt awkward taking couples photographs, which was compounded by exhaustion and hunger, but Rich did a wonderful job of encouraging us and instructing us on how to best pose. He also did a perfect job coordinating with our videographer. I cannot recommend Clarkie photography enough. His photographs are gorgeous and real. Our family and friends oohed and aahed over their beauty, and we were happy to have photographs that will always remind us of the details, big and small, of our wonderful wedding.

immediately. Rich's unique and artistic style (lots of contract, focus, black/white and rays of light) sets him far apart from the standard yawn-inducing photographer. I've told this to Rich before, but his chosen profession & talent truly has an immensely positive impact to many people, and contributes so much to our lives. He worked so hard during our engagement shoot, and even harder (all day) on our wedding day. My wife and I knew he was focused at all times- you could see the concentration in his eyes. He was a man on a quest to get the absolutely best shots for us at our winery venue- which he did. He also wears a genuine smile, which would be hard for me to do after working 10 hours. Clarkie's work speaks for itself, I mean, just look at his portfolio. Its the extra quick turnaround & laid back and genuine personality which is the cherry on top. Richard even was kind enough to tie my tie ( he probably got frustrated watching me fumble through it over and over). The value for Clarkie Photography is more than fair, and we have hundreds upon hundreds of incredible photos to show for it. Thank you Rich.

n Sonoma since he was based in LA, but he was incredibly flexible and willing to work with us. We decided we didn't want to do an engagement shoot, so he joined us a day early to document our rehearsal dinner. As a result, we ended up with more candid family photos, which we absolutely love! Rich was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. He is professional, organized, flexible, and fun to be around! We were blown away by Rich's energy. He arrived before we started getting ready on our wedding day and left after all of our guests boarded the bus to leave. He worked tirelessly from morning to night to capture the spirit of the day. My husband and I are both pretty silly, and Rich was able to make us feel comfortable during the more serious formal portraits. Our families and friends loved getting to meet Rich as well - several people have commented on how impressive he was and how much they enjoyed him! After the wedding we were blown away by how quickly Rich sent us all of our photos. The day after we returned from our honeymoon (3 weeks from our wedding day), we received the most beautiful slide show and digital files of all of the photos from the rehearsal dinner and wedding. All of the emotions from our wedding day bubbled right back up - he completely captured the essence and energy of the day. It is such a special way to relive the day and share the memories with our family and friends. We have received tons of compliments, and most importantly we absolutely LOVE the images Rich captured. He is so much more than a wedding photographer, he is truly an artist! Rich was by far the best vendor that we worked with on our wedding day and we have already highly recommended him to our friends!

at no extra cost to us. The pictures came out beautiful in spite of the weather and were a nice mix of traditional and artistic shots. He made us both feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the shoot, which shows in the pictures. We received the edited pictures within two weeks of our shoot with clear instructions on how to access and print them. We cannot say enough positive things about the quality of service and would work with Rich again in a heartbeat!

two quintessential locations for each, The Plaza for New York, and Malibu for California. I discovered Clarkie Photography on Instagram @clarkiephotography. I had been going though the typical wedding photographer's photos unenthralled by the usual boring pictures. There was something that stood out about Richard's photos, something different and captivating. They had depth to them. Photos you actually were interested in looking at, even if you didn't know the people in them. They had a sense of an individual artistic approach that felt refreshing from the masses. I showed my fiancé his work which he of course loved as well, and automatically said, looks expensive. His photos were that good. I reached out and to my surprise it was more reasonable than expected. After speaking to Richard I felt completely comfortable hiring him to photograph our Malibu engagement party, and since it would be on the beach we also added an engagement shoot. Richard was extremely professional and accommodating. He worked very hard to capture everything, and make our photos beautiful. He has a good eye and sense of symmetry. Those things go beyond the actual camera. The turnaround time was fast and getting the pictures was simple. I was definitely happy with the results and my decision to use him.

a story and the more I look at the pictures the more I see! Richard took a combination of set images as requested but also some stunning natural pictures which really help capture moments.The turn around time of our images was very quick and its been amazing going through them. I would highly recommend Richard Clarke!

ht image. It was actually really fun! We walked around and scouted for locations and took shots in several areas and chatted the whole time. While we were smiling and being photographed, my fiancé kept whispering "this is fun! we're gonna look great!" we had fun! The turnaround time was an impressive exactly 10 days and when we got access to our online gallery we looked through it and were amazed. We couldn't stop exclaiming "oh my god this one is my favorite! no, this one! I want a giant print of that in the living room.... no, maybe that one! how do we look so beautiful!?!" hahaha they are the best photos of us and really capture a fun, special time in our lives in a beautiful way :) Plus, we lucked out with an awesome sunset. Thanks, California. Work with Rich - you won't regret it! (seriously.)

e was reliable, listened to our concerns & answered all questions almost immediately. I can't say enough how pleased I was with how the pictures turned out & his entire attitude. I would recommend him to anyone... 5 stars!

the early stages of our planning process and was continuously disappointed by the cheesy cliches and styles being used out there. We wanted someone to give us artistic photos that we were proud to display. Rich gave us exactly that and more. Rich was able to capture so many incredible moments during our wedding that we'll be able to cherish forever. His attention to detail is incredible and he's a true professional. His sense of humor and overall positive nature make him such a pleasure to have around during these personal and often private moments. His process and style made things so easy on the wedding day. We know that he meets so many people and shoots so many weddings but on our day he made us and our family / friends feel so special. The toughest part of the entire process is choosing which of the amazing photos we're going to frame and put up in our home. We want to put them all up! I would recommend Rich to anyone. In fact, if we could hire him to photograph all the special moments in our life, we would :)

the beautiful story before me. That's what makes Richard such an incredible photographer. He uses his camera to tell a story. On the day of our wedding, Richard's calming presence was even more than we expected. He made everyone feel comfortable, which allowed him to capture raw and real moments. It was an incredible day, and Richard Clark really was a part of that. As I look through the pictures from our day, I see and feel the emotions all over again, and that is a real gift. Richard's pictures show so well what the focus of our day was-- the love and joy shared among so many people. The candid expressions, stolen moments, and unbridled emotions became the details that mattered, and his photographs tell that story.

ld sense that he takes pride in his photography and has a lot of experience. He wanted to have a face-to-face conversation first to see if we would be a good fit and we really appreciated that process. Getting to know Rich before our event made us more comfortable when the time came to be in front of the camera. He was very flexible with our schedule and everything else that we were looking for. We could not have asked for a better photographer to share this experience with. Everyone at our celebration had a blast with Rich. He was so friendly and had a way of making our family and friends feel comfortable with him. Rich captured so many unseen moments that we are so thankful for. We never even noticed that he was moving around so much, until after we saw the pictures from all the different perspectives. He really captured our entire story that we'll be able to cherish forever. His work is truly unique. We wanted our photos to be fun, romantic, quirky and happy, and Rich was able to capture all of that. He some how knew what was important to us and was able to capture all the special moments, and so much more. Thank you so much!

hen I met him I felt like he was already a friend. Being the bride I had so much going on, I'm so glad I had him to capture all the little moments I couldn't see for myself. One thing I regret is not making the shot list he recommended, but he did a great job at capturing what was important. No one can deny he has a special eye and sees things differently than other people would. Jonathan & I were Richard’s first “Winter Wonderland Wedding” and it was just perfect. He really can do anything and makes any setting look unique and special to the couple. I LOVE Richard's art and wouldn't hesitate one second to hire him all over again.

beach house wedding. Seriously, his work is astonishingly good. He is also a great communicator, professional, unobtrusive, reliable and priced competitively. I would happily hire Richard again and couldn't possibly offer a stronger recommendation to someone considering him as a photographer for their wedding or other special day. Thanks so much Richard! ~ Ryan & Stacy Hanlon

tfolio, we saw this. We saw him able to capture moments that sing beauty, speak love and scream happiness. All in so many different ways. He keeps it fresh. And we couldn’t wait to get fresh with him! For our engagement shoot, we met Rich at Eat Drink Americano in the Arts District in downtown LA. He arrived early to scope the good spots and then spent the next three hours using everything from original wall murals to historical red brick buildings to become a part of our own history. His use of natural light and filters makes every photo a new experience. We get chills every time we re-live this experience through his photos. Our wedding day came and again, Rich did not disappoint. He arrived early and with the best second photographer we could have ever expected. Even with families, wedding parties and prep crews for two brides, Rich was on top of everything and made his art a most natural task. Throughout the entire day, Rich blended into the groups of people but his photos stood out as beautiful memories of mine and Jen’s new beginning together. We could not have asked for a better experience with Rich as our engagement/wedding photographer. He is very communicative with his process so we always knew what to expect from him before, during and after our big day. We truly appreciate Rich’s professionalism, ability to photograph with a different perspective and mostly, to keep it fresh!

ogether in your mind. Also, we noticed that there was a lot of photos of STUFF , and not of PEOPLE and MOMENTS. We realized we did NOT want our photographs to look like that. Rich's portfolio really struck us. He has a distinctive point of view, a great eye with a sense of humor that comes through in the photos. He captures people and emotions well. We liked that he had a mix of candid and posed shots. When we got our engagement photos back, we were so thrilled and knew the wedding photos would be great. I'm a little bit uncomfortable in front of the camera and Rich did a great job of directing us without being overbearing. When the wedding rolled around, Rich worked hard on the day of, and turned around our photos so quickly that we (and our friends and family) were super impressed. We're very glad we hired him, and you like his distinctive style as much as we do, you'll be glad you hired him too.

t his portfolio at first glance was hard to imagine that we could be “the couple” in any of his stunning work he has, but after our engagement shots we were sold. A couple of weeks after the wedding, I was able to relive it all over again with the slideshow that was provided to us. After receiving our wedding pictures we can happily say there wasn’t a better choice than to go with Richard. His vision and way he captured our wedding resonates with all of our memories and emotions of the actual day and everything a couple might miss due to how quick and hectic it goes by. Our wedding party, family, and friends were amazed by what he has able to capture and now have a beautiful history to look back on and we are nothing but grateful to Rich for that, so Thank You Richard. I sincerely hope that this isn't that last time we get to work together.