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$3,990 starting price
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The Deep Light Company
AWARD WINNER (5X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
My friends!
I am Bobby.
(And I'm stoked to have you here)
I live in Santa Cruz. Cleveland born and raised-- though I lived in the high mountains of Colorado for almost a decade too--- photographing and snowboarding and kayaking and climbing.
I love looking for the magic and the beauty of the mundane moment. I love that, moment to moment, regardless of what's happening, that there's something extraordinary to be seen.
I’m the owner and founder here at the Deep Light Company, and your main guy behind the lens (although the whole team is rad!)
I love seeing you light up and think our best work comes from the organic, unplanned, and spontaneous good. No posing and forcing— just the ease, your connection and the wildness. Thats where the magic is.
If there’s a body of water near your shoot, I’ll probably be in there neck deep attempting to get some rad image for you.
I’m big into laughter, keeping it light-hearted, looking for flow and the bright side of things— glass perpetually half-full. I also might make some mildly inappropriate ’that’s what she said’ jokes, haha.
I love when everyone is relaxed and themselves and uncensored in front of the camera-- nothing unnatural or repressed--- so that when couples look back, they just remember that fun and that ease, full of laughter and love.
When I’m not editing and shooting and scouting for the strongest, raddest locations for engagements and elopements, I’m probably basking in the sun, drinking copious amounts of tea and meditating.
And if I’m not doing that, you’ll find me surfing or out climbing and bouldering.
Let's capture what makes your hearts beat hardest, together.
And please! I invite you to look at my website at the galleries there, and to fill out that “Book me!” form if you’re inquiring!
www.deeplightco.com
Voted best of weddings by both Wedding Wire and the Knot!
+1 year in business
Speaks English
1 team members
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Memories Of A Lifetime
$3,990 starting price
Memories Of A Lifetime
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5.0
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Bobby is highly praised by multiple wedding reviewers for his exceptional photography skills and friendly, relaxed approach. Reviewers appreciated his talent for capturing candid and natural moments, as well as his ability to make couples feel at ease in front of the camera. Bobby's quick turnaround time, responsiveness, and attention to detail were also commended. Many couples highly recommend Bobby for engagement and wedding photography, emphasizing his ability to create stunning images that tell a beautiful love story.Review photos
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Darissa H
5.0
10/21/2024
If you want standard posed pictures, Bobby is not your guy! If you want moments captured naturally by one of the most genuine people, Bobby is the man! He shot our engagement session and introduced some creative ideas—like a beach bonfire—that made for an amazing experience, and the photos turned out unreal!
When he recently shot our wedding, my husband and I were surprised by how few pictures we felt we had taken during the day. But when we saw the sneak peeks, we were blown away! Bobby is not only incredibly talented, but he also has a unique way of making you feel comfortable in front of the camera, which was huge for us since we’re not picture people.
We’d highly recommend Bobby for anyone looking for timeless, candid photos!
Leigh G
5.0
10/18/2024
Bobby was a preferred vendor for our venue (Sequoia Retreat Center), and we contacted him for our wedding photos. As part of that, Bobby included an engagement photo shoot, and we met him in the redwoods near the beach north of Santa Cruz.
Bobby was absolutely amazing to work with. He made shooting the photographs for our engagement shoot and our wedding a fun time, not at all a chore or a stressful situation. Instead, we were immediately put at ease by Bobby’s fun attitude and eye for catching great pictures with a minimum of fuss. He got us the engagement photos very quickly and they were fantastic. The wedding went similarly – he was on site and ready, caught a bunch of good shots of us before, during, and after the ceremony, attended to all of the set photos we wanted quickly, and was able to get a bunch of photos of all the guests and venue. The day went extremely easily and a lot of that was due to Bobby. We recommend him equivocally for anyone wanting a fantastic wedding photographer.
Thanks Bobby!!
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Eva B
5.0
10/17/2024
I cannot even express how grateful I am for Bobby. From our engagement photos to the wedding, it was so smooth and so chill. It felt like hanging out with an old friend who just happened to also take INCREDIBLE pictures. You will receive the kind of pictures you thought only existed in museums. He captures love and light in ways that are never forced and always absolutely gorgeous. He picks up on your vibes immediately and goes with the flow, and as someone who had a very lowkey non traditional wedding that was HUGE. He is responsive, so easy to work with, and genuinely cares about what he creates. I hope everyone who wants both a friend and an amazing photographer will find Bobby!!!
Paola G
5.0
10/16/2024
We recently had the pleasure of working with Bobby for my wedding, and I couldn't be happier with the experience and the results. From our initial consultation to the final delivery of our photos, he was professional, creative, and incredibly easy to work with.
Bobby took the time to understand our vision and preferences, which made us feel comfortable and confident on our big day. He captured every special moment beautifully, from the candid laughter during the ceremony to the intimate details of our reception.
What stood out the most was his ability to blend into the background while still capturing stunning shots. The final photos are a perfect mix of posed portraits and candid moments, showcasing the genuine emotions of the day.
I also appreciated the quick turnaround time for receiving our photos, and the quality exceeded our expectations. Bobby has a remarkable talent for storytelling through his lens, and we are so grateful to have these memories preserved.
I highly recommend Bobby to any couple looking for a dedicated and skilled photographer for their wedding. Thank you for making our day so special!
Holly G
5.0
10/12/2024
Where to even begin? I saw Bobby in action at a previous wedding (a year before even getting engaged) and knew he was THE ONE. I wanted to work with him so badly that while we were booking our venue, I was texting him on the side to first confirm he was available that date!
Our engagement photos were beyond stunning, but more importantly, Bobby made it FUN. Both my husband and I are incredibly nervous and awkward when cameras come out, so we weren’t exactly looking forward to our session. But Bobby instantly put us at ease and reminded us to just be ourselves and the love would show. He’d lead us into the shots and capture the most beautiful candids along the way. We legit fell in love all over again during our engagement shoot, and the results were amazing.
On our wedding day itself, same story. Bobby did a casual prep session leading up to the wedding so he knew what was/wasn’t important to us going into it, and remembered things that I had totally forgotten about. We had a blast and the photos are unreal.
The next day my mom told me that her “favorite person at the wedding was Bobby” (haha thanks mom) and after getting photos and videos back my dad hit the group chat with “Bobby and video guy are the best talent I have seen. What a treasure.”
If he’s available during your date, don’t give it a second thought. Consider yourself lucky and lock him down
Anisa L
5.0
7/09/2024
Bobby was the perfect photographer for our wedding last month! We instantly clicked with him from the initial consultation and we knew he would deliver on the big day and boy did he!! He completely understood our vision for capturing our wedding day and made the whole photography part feel so seamless and stress free. I am someone who is very awkward in front of the camera and he made the whole thing feel so chill and he captured the day perfectly. Weeks later and I am still in awe of our wedding pictures!
Ashley Z
5.0
7/01/2024
Bobby was fantastic to work with and took some truly incredible photos of my husband and I. I really wanted to capture the magical light that happens in the redwood forest where our wedding was and Bobby certainly delivered. He is really masterful at using natural light. I appreciated his laid back, non intrusive approach, while also providing enough guidance to make sure we still got the shots we wanted. Turns out my husband and I aren't very good at soft smiles, but Bobby was still able to capture some beautiful shots =). Bobby also went above and beyond getting my husband and I many more shots in our preview than I was expecting which was a real treat. I already have several picked out to print and hang in our house. He was also just plain fun to converse with while we were doing some of the shots. I would highly recommend Bobby to anyone in need a photographer, but particularly those who are really looking to capture all the magic of natural light.
Emma K
5.0
5/01/2024
It was an absolute pleasure working with Bobby for both our engagement shoot and our wedding day. Bobby brought an air of ease and calm wherever he walked, and it was delightful to watch him blend in with the crowd or nature to get the perfect shot (a friend asked if he ever worked for National Geographic after witnessing Bobby crouch down in the tall grass during our ceremony). He made my husband and I feel so comfortable during our engagement shoot, and the photos reflected it. He was super responsive throughout the entire process and knew just how to arrange the two of us to get some incredible, natural-looking photographs. He delivered photos quickly and efficiently as well. We are so grateful to Bobby for capturing such a special day!
Katherine S
5.0
12/21/2023
1000000/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
From the initial phone call (which we got about an hour after inquiring), my fiancé and I knew that we had found our wedding photographer. However, we did not know that Bobby would pretty much end up as a part of the family by the end of our small wedding of close family and friends. He is simply a super rad and kind human being and we feel very lucky to have been able to connect with him. Another plus: he was extremely responsive every step of the way. For both the engagement and wedding photos, we were given sneak peeks shortly after shooting and timelines were provided for the final albums. We loved our images for both shoots and are so grateful to have these beautiful memories forever. Bobby has a superb talent for catching all the right moments and will put you at ease while doing so.
Kiely M
5.0
12/21/2023
Bobby freaking Harding is an absolute artist, but more than that he’s an incredible human. We first worked with Bobby for our engagement shoot. He happily drove up the coast so we could take photos where my fiancé proposed in Pacifica. We had initially booked him as our photographer for a wedding in Santa Cruz. But we ended up making a big shift in our wedding plans, changing our venue from La Selva Beach to Northern Ireland. We asked Bobby if he’d be willing to travel to Ireland for our wedding and he gave us a resounding yes. Our wedding would not have been the same without Bobby. He truly made it even more special with his big smile, positive attitude and camera skills. We had some pretty intense rain during our ceremony, but he didn’t flinch and he still managed to get all of our photos accomplished once the rain stopped. He got every shot we wanted and more, the photos truly bring me to tears and captured our day so wonderfully and he made it all look so stunning. I cannot wait to share them with our future children. Bobby, you know we all fell in love with you those few days. Thank you for being such a wonderful addition to our celebration and becoming a lifelong homie.
Annie K
5.0
12/05/2023
We are so happy with our Engagement and Wedding galleries, I cannot recommend Bobby enough ! EVERYBODY who met him on the wedding day had so many nice things to say not only about the photography but Bobby as a person! He is so encouraging, creative, flexible, and fun. He has a SUPER chillin vibe but he truly handles business. Timely, responsive, quick turnaround for galleries, and so kind. I will hire him for maternity, family, travel abroad, any category, he has my trust! You da man Bobby!
Janine K
5.0
11/21/2023
We are so happy with our experience working with Bobby. The photos he took of our Big Sur elopement are stunning. We sent him inspiration photos prior to our wedding day to share our ideas about setting, color, and light. Bobby also made sure to call us and discuss these ideas and any questions we had, and he was immediately warm and helpful. He executed on the vision we had for our photos flawlessly and was so fun, comfortable, and easy to work with. We can’t thank and recommend him enough!
Emily S
5.0
11/12/2023
Bobby was a pleasure to work with throughout our engagement and wedding. Bobby’s playful attitude and contagious positivity makes every photo shoot full of smiles and laughter. He helped us throughout the process with planning logistics when we asked for advice, yet was extremely open to our ideas when we had a vision for particular shots. Bobby didn’t flinch when last minute changes during our wedding day were made. We threw him blindly into many situations, and he captured them beautifully. It truly felt like he wanted to capture the moments we were most interested in. And he somehow did it singlehandedly, running around all day to be in just the right places without us even noticing.
Bobby is someone who makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera and gives just enough direction for a great shot that does not feel stiff or posed. And he’s always down for the adventure—scaling rocks and wading through water to capture the best angle and lighting.
Oh and did we mention his eye for light? Even with our wedding being full of difficult lighting situations for photos (which another photographer we talked to made us feel uncomfortable about, saying we wouldn’t get good pictures at our chosen venues), between dappled lighting under trees, bright reflections on the beach, and a mixture of cloudy/bright direct light/back light/dark tent at the reception venue, Bobby found a way to capture each setting beautifully, each with their own different quality of light. The color and lighting he is able to capture is stunning; bright, saturated, moody and always artistically framed—not the typical washed out wedding photos you too often see. We would love to say we would hire Bobby at our next wedding, but the best we can do is give him 5/5 stars and tell you to hire him for yours!
Annie O
5.0
10/24/2023
From the beginning to the end, our experience with the wedding photographer was nothing short of extraordinary. His keen eye for capturing the innate beauty of the venue and the authentic moments of our special day left us utterly speechless. Every photo is imbued with the natural elegance and romance that surrounded us, turning simple moments into stunning visual narratives.
His approachability and friendliness were truly delightful, adding a wonderfully positive energy to the atmosphere. He seamlessly blended into the festivities, engaging with guests and subjects with a warm and genuine demeanor, making everyone feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera.
In terms of professionalism, he truly exceeded our expectations. Communication was impeccably clear and consistent throughout the entire process. He was receptive to our ideas and preferences, and his organized manner of working gave us confidence that every detail would be handled with care and precision.
In the crowded field of wedding photography, his work stands out as a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication. He didn’t just take photos; he told our love story through beautiful imagery, capturing the essence and emotion of each passing moment. We are deeply grateful for his contribution to making our wedding day extraordinary and highly recommend his services to any couple seeking a photographer who combines artistic brilliance with the highest levels of professionalism and friendliness.
Diane W
5.0
10/22/2023
Bobby is nothing short of amazing. Looking at his portfolio you can see his unique ability to incorporate the beauty of natural landscapes without losing focus on the subjects, which makes for absolutely stunning photographs. From the first phone call I knew his calm and positive energy was exactly what we wanted to be surrounded by on our wedding day and sure enough he completely put us at ease on our big day, and on our calls leading up to it. He goes all out to get incredible shots of genuine moments. The lighting in our photos is pure magic, beautifully capturing the enchanting essence of our day. We absolutely loved working with Bobby!!
Lyndsie A
5.0
9/27/2023
I couldn’t recommend bobby enough! He shot my surprise proposal and we loved the photos and him so much we booked him for our wedding as well. He is so much fun to work with and is absolutely amazing at what he does. He has become a friend to us and I will forever contact him for any of my photography needs
Elena H
5.0
9/16/2023
Cannot recommend choosing Bobby as your photographer enough!! His photography skills are absolutely on point (there was not a single photo we did not love between both our engagement shoot and wedding album), and his friendly and fun and laid back vibes will definitely make sure that working with him is nothing but fun and joy.
Jocelyn D
5.0
2/08/2023
Bobby was a fantastic photographer during all stages of our wedding! He has several hidden gem locations in the Santa Cruz area that were a great choice for our engagement shoot. He did a wonderful job at making us feel relaxed and comfortable and was able to capture some wonderful moments with stellar lighting that day.
We were so glad to have Bobby there for our very full wedding day. From the early morning of the wedding, our first look, the ceremony, and all the way through the reception to when we left at night, Bobby was able to capture every moment perfectly. He has a talent for getting people to relax and look natural, we came away with drop dead gorgeous “magic hour” photos and he also made sure it was a fun and memorable time for us to get away from the bustle of the reception and enjoy time on our wedding day together.
We wanted to have a good selection of candid photos as well as our posed shots to make sure we really remembered everything, this is definitely something Bobby excels at, he captured so much love and joy in our photos, every time we look at them we can’t stop smiling (seriously our faces hurt).
As much as we enjoyed our photos taken by Bobby we also were so grateful to have him there with us. He knew our timeline and was wonderful about checking in with us when it was time for cake cutting or our first dance etc. He also did a great job of reminding us that this was our day and that we could enjoy it however we wanted. He ran interception to give us space when we needed and helped keep us calm and everything moving smoothly.
We had sneak peaks in the first week for both our wedding and engagement shoot. The final selection for both took a few months, but we were busy in the throws of wedding planning/honeymooning so it felt like we got back from our honeymoon and got to re-live our wedding day with the final photos. Bobby had also been really wonderful with keeping us updated on progress so we never felt stuck not knowing when we would get everything.
We feel incredibly lucky to have had Bobby as our photographer and would definitely recommend him. Especially if you’re a bit anxious in front of the camera.
Michele C
5.0
1/15/2023
Bobby is absolutely the best! We chose him as our photographer for our wedding and engagement photos. He did a fantastic job. His dramatic style and play on lighting was exactly what we were looking for. We did an engagement shoot in Big Sur and had such a fun day with him. He really put us at ease. A great photographer is able to create a relaxed and comfortable environment for their subjects, and Bobby does just that! When we got our photos back, we were blown away. They were so beautiful. One of our goals was to have some truly epic photos, and we got them. We were so excited to later get our redwood forest wedding photos and again, Bobby did not disappoint. We are so happy with both sets of photos. He is a pleasure to work with. He was great at calming nerves on our big day. All our guests loved him. His communication is great, his contract is reasonable and he goes above and beyond with his deliverables. We hope to work with him again someday.
Helen T
5.0
1/02/2023
Bobby is an incredibly talented photographer...we rave about him all the time to our friends! His photos are earthy, warm, and adventurous. Not only does he have a great eye, but he is super responsive and accommodating. He has a relaxed, go with the flow vibe that makes for artistic photos and he makes you feel extremely relaxed if you feel awkward being photographed like me! As we went through the wedding photos he took, we relived every moment. We highly recommend Bobby to you -- and we highly recommend doing the engagement photos or a quick getaway during golden hour on your wedding day to get some adventurous photos taken!
Jacqui A
5.0
10/19/2022
There is a reason Bobby is listed as one of the best reviewed on Wedding Wire, The Knot, and wherever else he has stellar reviews on. He is, without a doubt, the best photographer we could have ever dreamed of hiring. Not only is his eye incredible, he is one of the coolest humans on this planet. My husband and I knew from our first phone call with Bobby that he was who we wanted to share this experience with, from engagements photos to the wedding itself. He made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera immediately, and he just lets you do your thing and brings out the best in you. Photographing with Bobby was the most fun we could have ever had. All of our guests at the wedding raved about how cool, calm, and collected Bobby was and were stunned even more once they saw the photos he took of the day. His work is like an editorial from a magazine! You can tell that he really loves what he does for work, and you feel like you are his only client when he is working with you. He even photographed our 200 person wedding by himself and he never once looked tired or worn out! 100/10 would recommend Bobby for all of your photography needs. You will absolutely not regret it.
Daniel W
5.0
8/05/2022
I can't say enough good things about Bobby. He is so responsive end the way he captured both our engagement shoot and our wedding left nothing to be desired. It was all we could have hoped for. To quote my wife when we first saw the photos of the wedding, "Oh my god, I'm obsessed." That should speak volumes about the work Bobby does. If you have the opportunity to have Bobby be your photographer, don't hesitate at all.
Jessie B
5.0
4/03/2022
As soon as my now-husband and I saw Bobby’s work we knew we had to have him as our wedding photographer. As owners of Brothers Ranch, a tropical garden wedding venue, we knew he would be able to capture not only us and our guests, but also do justice the the landscape in the background. He didn’t disappoint!! He was a pleasure to work with, discussing with us exactly what we were looking for prior to our wedding day and coming out to see the property. He made us feel super comfortable in front of the camera and was a positive, supportive, friendly (and fun!!) presence throughout the day. We definitely plan on working with him again in the future.
Allie R
5.0
2/11/2022
Bobby was the absolute best to work with! He made us feel super comfortable during our engagement shoot and we knew we were in good hands. His technique is stunning and you will not be disappointed with the end results. Very natural and romantic lighting. Definitely not the cookie cutter wedding photos you see everywhere. We could not be happier!
Sydney M
5.0
12/13/2021
Absolutely amazing and everything we could have ever hoped for!! We found Bobby through The Knot and couldn’t be more grateful to have met and worked with him! We booked Bobby for our engagement shoot and wedding day. I even booked him for a bridal boudoir shoot to surprise my husband with. Not only is he incredibly talented, but he made us feel confident and comfortable throughout all of our shoots. Our engagement, boudoir, and wedding photos came out better than we expected and made our jaws hit the floor! Bobby really has an eye for capturing the beautiful, genuine, candid moments that you cannot pose or plan for. We would book Bobby a hundred times over and plan on using him for family portraits one day.
Renée M
5.0
10/23/2021
I can't say enough about how amazing Bobby is; I feel so lucky and blessed that we were able to have him as our photographer. He is so easy going and makes you feel right at ease in front of the camera. The photos are jaw dropping, gorgeous, out of this world amazing and I will cherish them forever!! Bobby is the absolute best!!
Caitie C
5.0
10/03/2021
Bobby was a dream photographer to capture our small wedding. His casual attitude masked his absolute professionalism. Bobby facilitated a conversation before the wedding to help us all better understand the expectations, and he assisted when our vision was lacking. My husband and I are not accustomed to doing photoshoots, but Bobby made us comfortable by being conversational in his disarming demeanor. He is also just an awesome guy and by the end, he felt like a dear guest and friend.
The quality of the photos are breathtaking, capturing the essence, authenticity, and joy from the day with Bobby’s signature backlit style. He is committed to getting the best shots, has a vision for your personal portfolio and executes to a high degree. Couldn’t have asked for more.
Lindsey R
5.0
9/16/2021
My husband and I do not like being in front of the camera. Well, we don't like being in front of the camera for boring, posed, stuffy, forced photos. And that's why we hired Bobby. He is super personable and made us feel at ease and natural in front of the camera. He quickly got our vibe and leaned into it. Very intuitive and talented - his photos convey this great harmony of lighting, composition, storytelling, and emotion. And we love that he's into candid shots because we really didn't want to be stopped all the time for posed photos. We didn't even know Bobby was there most of the time. His pricing is reasonable, great quality, great communication, and overall just an awesome guy. Thanks for getting us to have fun and enjoy being in front of the camera!
Mickey M
5.0
9/16/2021
Bobby is AMAZING!
My husband and I hired Bobby to take our photos for our elopement that we planned in less than a week. I happened to find him on Instagram last minute. His communication from the start was great! He checked in with me to finalize details, making sure he knew what we wanted. When we met Bobby on our wedding day, he was extremely friendly and had such a fun but calm demeanor. We took photos at the chapel we got married in and then at Pebble Beach afterward. Bobby went ABOVE & BEYOND and took so much time with us. Our photos are absolutely amazing-we get comments all the time about them.
We are so thankful to Bobby and his incredible talent to capture beautiful photos that we will have forever! Working with him was the best experience!!! You will not be disappointed!!
Megan S
5.0
8/16/2021
Bobby is extraordinary. In photos, my new husband and I are awkward at best. Bobby is able to make you feel so at ease that the awkwardness is gone immediately. He's professional but still acts like a normal person instead of a robot with a camera. We eloped, so when I was looking for photographers I really needed to find someone I vibed with, someone who would give the day some positive energy, and from the first phone call I knew that person would be Bobby. He was by far my most responsive vendor, even in the midst of California wedding season. I live out of state, and he did so much to help me out. To add on, his editing style is a perfect blend of moody, intimate, and classic. If you're looking for an adventurous photographer to give you more photo options aside from the standard point, smile, and shoot - look no further.
Sav S
5.0
8/14/2021
Bobby should be your #1 choice if you have a wedding or need some epic photos. He was easy and fun to work with, was a calm voice amidst what can normally be wedding chaos, and is a genuinely great human. We’re so thankful we found this Santa Cruz gem (I’m sure he’ll travel too if you aren’t local ;) We’ve just received our sneak peek and we can’t wait for all of our photos!
Brooklyn W
5.0
6/15/2021
JUST WOW! Bobby is not only one of the coolest guys you'll ever meet, but is also an amazing professional photographer! He made us feel so comfortable, was flexible when we needed to extend our time due to unforeseen delays, and was an absolute joy to work with from start to finish. If you are looking for SPECTACULAR photos of your special day on which you will receive endless compliments and to work with someone you can trust - Bobby is the guy for you!
Mimi A
5.0
3/10/2021
Bobby did an AMAZING job. Both my husband are in love with our photos. Sooooo many good ones that is hard to pick our favorite. Bobby has a great personality and he is super talented.
I cannot wait to have more photos taken by him. Highly recommended!
Kassondra B
5.0
12/19/2020
We hired Bobby to do both our engagement and wedding photos, and he is an absolute pro. From the minute you meet him, you’re going to notice that he’s experienced, prepared, and has a great attitude. Throughout the process, Bobby made sure to keep in touch, and update us on the process of our photos. On the event days, Bobby had a plan and a vision, and was super flexible and quick thinking with any changes that came up. Everyone at our wedding loved his energy and presence. We couldn’t recommend him enough, and we’ll definitely be using him with any events we have in the future.
Savannah A
5.0
12/05/2020
The best thing you could ever do for your wedding is invest in a great photographer. My family and I still speak of Bobby. An amazing photographer with a good soul. He is such a cool person. You’ll understand when you meet him. Bobby WORKED from the moment he arrived till the very end. He brings incredible energy and manages to tame the chaotic wedding energy. His photos are great for a reason. He’s mastered his environment and molds you in it. I’ve never felt so comfortable in front of a camera.
It’s not just a beautiful location with a great angle. It’s emotion. He creates a space for you to be vulnerable.
Bobby I can’t tell you enough how much I love these photos but the experience you created made them, and our wedding, that much more. Thank you thank you so much.
We paid and still somehow feel indebted to you 🤣
Patrick B
5.0
10/13/2020
What an epic experience! Bobby made us feel comfortable to be ourselves and captured genuine memories of our proposal. I was hesitant to do our engagement photos and the proposal together. However, Bobby reacted quickly in order to achieve many looks, moods, and special moments. Highly recommend for epic photos that are outside of the box. The styling is far superior in comparison to all the other cookie cutter photographers. Would recommend!
Emma K
5.0
10/10/2020
We had to change our plans a couple times due to the global pandemic and our timeline gave us 2 weeks to find a photographer. I reached out to Bobby and he replied promptly saying he was available for our date. We spoke with Bobby on the phone a week before to go over the event and our expectations, he was very flexible and easy to talk to. We had a small gathering of friends and family and Bobby captured the day perfectly! All our friends and family love the photos and so do we! It was our first time being professionally photographed and he gave guidence but also captured all the organic moments inbetween. Thank you for the memories!
Rebecca O
5.0
10/06/2020
We knew right off the bat that Bobby was going to be the best photographer for our wedding. As soon as you talk to him on the phone you can tell just how easy going and hilarious he is, and that is made EVEN more clear when you meet him in person. His photography speaks for itself with how incredibly beautiful his photos are. Each one looks like it was pulled from a magazine. The weekend we wanted to take our engagement photos ended up being a huge storm in Santa Cruz but Bobby picked the gap in the storm to try to get our photos in, and they turned out absolutely incredible. Having him as our wedding photographer was like having an old friend at our wedding. I cannot even express in words what a huge difference it makes to have such an amazing photographer that you vibe with for your wedding, and it makes the photos look so natural. The wedding day is already stressful enough and not having to worry about the photographer or the photos was such a blessing. We prioritized our wedding photos and I am so glad that we did. Having an incredible experience with Bobby and now having all of the amazing photos to remember that day is truly priceless. If you are on the fence at all please do it, I promise you will not regret it. We definitely did not. We will be going to Bobby for all of our future photography needs for the years to come.
Summer R
5.0
9/23/2020
Bobby was so easygoing and fun to work with. His photos are incredible and I can't get over how well he captured the big day! Thanks so much!
Eileen O
5.0
9/22/2020
Bobby did a great job photographing our backyard elopement. We had to postpone the engagement session a few times (for weather and Covid related reasons) and he was super flexible and laid back about the changes, which we really appreciated. We were so glad we did the engagement session since we got a sense of his style and some amazing photos. The photos of our wedding were wonderful, despite somewhat harsh lighting in our backyard, and he did a great job capturing candid moments of our small family gathering.
Stephanie P
5.0
9/19/2020
Bobby was so much fun to work with and was very helpful in picking shoot locations. My Fiancé and I are not big photo people but would definitely do a shoot again with Bobby. The shoot locations were beautiful and the photos came out amazing!
We highly recommended.
Genevieve H
5.0
9/08/2020
I highly recommend Bobby to anyone looking for a wedding photographer! Bobby was so flexible with our changing plans. We had planned a May 30th wedding and changed it to a small beach ceremony June 1st due to Covid. Bobby was so supportive and easygoing about the change of date and location and really made us feel comfortable. He took beautiful photos of the ceremony, nice family photos, and then went with my husband and me to another beach setting for more photos of the two of us which turned out amazing! We are so happy with the way they came out and we're so glad to have these photos of our special day. Working with Bobby was the best experience and his flexibility made our day stress-free.
Marissa R
5.0
2/21/2020
Bobbie made my husband and I so comfortable and delivered even better photos than imagined! We had a little mishap with timing but he was so easy-going and willing to work with us. I would recommend Bobbie without hesitation to anyone and everyone that needs a photographer. We chose him for our small elopement and it was everything we could have ever imagined. If you want a photographer that really brings the magic and is able to make you feel comfortable, this is it for you!
Tay W
5.0
1/31/2020
We are thrilled with our photos, everything turned out amazing, even better than we could have expected. Bobby is very easy to work with and professional. He captured what it was like to be there, and our whole ceremony, but stayed out of our way. We told him we didn’t want to spend too much time on our group shots and couple shoot and I can’t believe how many special photos in so little time! We really can’t recommend him highly enough.
Maddie A
5.0
1/31/2020
Best photographer ever!
We are so grateful for Bobby and him photographing our wedding. He responded quickly and was very professional. He was so much fun to work with and made everyone feel relaxed and at ease. My husband and I never had our pictures taken before and Bobby made us feel like naturals. He captured our big day in such a beautiful way. I highly recommend him and we will definitely get pictures taken with him again in the future!
Elaina R
5.0
1/31/2020
Exceptional experience with Bobby
Bobby was a sheer delight to work with on our wedding day. He was professional and so light-hearted and easy-going; we felt so comfortable around him and in front of the camera (which is not usually the case). He responded to messages within a day and our photos came back B-E-A-U-tifuly and in a timely manner. If you have Bobby photograph your day, you will not only have the raddest, most artistic photos, you will also have a blast working with him.
Kajsa B
5.0
1/31/2020
The best wedding decision we made!
Bobby was absolutely wonderful to work with. He made both my husband and myself feel comfortable and accommodated everything we asked for. He was professional and he made the whole process easy and fun. Regarding our actual photos, we were thrilled. As my husband keeps saying, "It looks like these belong in a magazine!" I couldn't be happier.
Lindsey A
5.0
1/31/2020
The perfect photographer!
I don't even know where to start when it comes to Bobby. Exceptionally flexible and great communication skills, but with the most amazing artistry! We booked an engagement shoot with our wedding package which really helped our comfort level as camera shy people. The results were breathtaking and received in a very timely manner! Bobby has an eye for romance and finding the beauty in all things. I am so, so proud of the images we have and credit them to Bobby completely. It's hard to believe it's us in the photos!
Fast forward 6 months later to our daytime wedding. While getting ready, Bobby was behind the camera and we held meaningful conversation about relationships and the meaning of true partnership and love. It really helped relax me and instilled confidence. Bobby is just so easy to talk to and is able to work with SO many different personality types!
When we received our images, they were exactly how I remembered the day - everything was captured so perfectly. Our focus was on our community of friends and family and there is so much genuine happiness, magic and human interaction to be seen. I cried! Our collection of pictures tells a story and we get so many compliments on the pictures. I need a bigger apartment to put every single print on my walls!
I implore anyone considering him to view his portfolio - it will arouse emotions, bring a smile, and take your breath away as well. I couldn't be happier and I don't think I would've been as excited with any other photographer.
You simply can't re-take wedding pictures and it would be such a shame to get pictures that just look like everyone else's. I hope to hire Bobby again for any other life events. Even if I'm just adopting a cat, Bobby will be hearing from me!
Bianca L
5.0
1/31/2020
Best photographer/photographs!
Bobby was amazing to work with from the very start! We were referred by a friend and after taking a look at his portfolio, Bobby became our first choice.
I was blown away by how he communicated through email, it was easy to get a feel for what kind of person he is and what it would be like to work with him. Walking through the contract and communicating was easy, Bobby's enthusiasm is infectious.
We did an engagement shoot and it totally blew out minds! Bobby's easy going attitude put us at ease and we ended up having a lot of fun, not to mention the photos were amazing. We knew then that we definitely hired the right person to shoot our wedding.
Our wedding photos turned out incredible! Bobby really captured the important moments but also caught a lot of candid moments as well. 100% would hire Bobby again for any special occasion.
Ying Wai L
5.0
1/25/2020
Could not ask for more!
Amazing, amazing, amazing!
Bobby was wonderful from the get-go, right from when we asked for a quotation for a pre-wedding shoot + wedding/reception shoot. He gave us sound advice to separate the 2 shoots, provided us with a bunch of ideas, sample photos, and reference points so that we could pick the kind of venue/vibe we liked best for our pre-wedding/elopement shoot, then brought us to a gorgeous stretch of untouched beach during sunset for it. Being somewhat awkward individuals, Bobby made us feel so comfortable throughout the shoot with minimal directing, and captured so many beautiful moments of us. Ditto for our actual wedding shoot a couple weeks after at La Playa Carmel - He was professional, so friendly, and took so many candid shots that we absolutely LOVED. Bobby killed it for us and we're so grateful to have found him. If there's one thing you need to do for your special day(s), you need to hire Bobby as your photographer!
Taylor B
5.0
12/17/2019
Bobby was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. Planning a wedding is never going to be stress free, but he made sure that he and his team never added any to the process. His portfolio likely speaks better to his artistic abilities and technical skills as a photographer than a written review ever will, but we were absolutely thrilled with the results from both our wedding and the rehearsal dinner! His disarming demeanor brings a genuine sense of calm to a day that will undoubtedly be busy, and his nack for putting people at ease shines through in his work - I honestly can’t believe how relaxed, natural and happy some of these shots came out as we scrambled to put on our dream wedding. We couldn’t recommend him more highly, both for wedding and just general portrait and lifestyle photography as well. My sister ended up hiring him for a family photoshoot because she liked him so much, and her shots came out beautiful!
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