Arguably one of the most talented photographers in the State, his ability to capture moments is…read moreincomparable, while his great communication skills makes customers feel comfortable and confident to be in the moment. I would highly recommend Th1rdI for any photography kind of photoshoot, his innovative ideas surpass expectations in every way.

From the owner: Specializing in captivating life’s special moments, Third I creates timeless, innovative and…read moreprofessional photography by capturing your unforgettable moments.

I think Cassandra's work speaks for itself- she captures all the gorgeous natural settings of…read morenorther California coastline and surrounding areas, and also seems to find a wind range of raw human emotions which present themselves on one's wedding day- both were things I would like to remember from my wedding day. Also, I know she must post-edit her images, but it's nothing too over-the top, everything looks very natural. What you don't see in her portfolio is how it is to work with her. She is extremely warm yet professional. For my elopement not only was she able to recommend a wonderful officiant and florist- and picked up the flowers the morning of! she really went above and beyond for her sense of adventure. She was with us the entire action-packed day starting with a walk in the redwoods, a picknick at a winery and even went out on a kayak with us as we free-dove the kelp and explored some other features of the coast. What a great sport! I doubt many photographers would do that, on top of having great skills. I can't thank her enough for helping us our special day, and for capturing it all so well. I look back on our photos nearly daily to remember it.

Cassandra is an absolute PRO and we couldn't have been happier both in preparation for the event…read moreand execution at the wedding. She was easy to work with, invisible yet taking gorgeous shots and wow does she know the exact right spots and time of day to shoot in Mendocino and especially the Cypress Grove. She's also a great time keeper who kept us on our toes so we got the right shots. Our photos are gorgeous. Highly recommend!

When we discovered Mendocino, we knew its where we wanted to have our elopement. The magic of the…read moreredwoods, the oceanside cliffs, and the beaches all lured us in, but we had no idea where to start. As we did research, we found Joyce. She was easy to communicate with, highly knowledgable of the area and had all the recommendations we could ask for to help us in choosing all sorts of things: officiants, florists, dining, things to do, etc. She even chatted with me when I was choosing my gown about how it may look in the photos depending on which one I went with. Ultimately, we shared photos of what we loved in Joyce's work, and handed her full creative freedom to lead us where felt right. She was careful to have us as we naturally were, she didn't pose us one time (which made me nervous during the shoot!). In the end, we couldn't be more grateful for the vision she brought to life. Our wedding day was captured so gorgeously; every shot is a love letter to our day -- luminous, timeless, majestic. Here are some quotes from friends who reached out after seeing the photos: "Congratulations! Wow, these pictures are amazing! You look like an ethereal princess" "The photos look like you're in a fairytale!" "Absolutely stunning." Thank you Joyce, for your dedication to your craft.

We chose Joyce because we loved her journalistic style and the way her photos captured not just the…read morecouple, but also the landscape, atmosphere, and emotion of each moment. We were married in Mendocino in August 2025, with a small, intimate ceremony that included just my husband's kids. From the start, we wanted a photographer who could beautifully capture the casual, candid moments of our family walking to the bluffs and exploring the charming streets of the village -- and Joyce did exactly that. Her photos were everything we hoped for -- natural, artistic, and full of feeling. Many of our friends said the images looked like they came straight out of a magazine spread, and we completely agree. Looking through our gallery takes me right back to each special moment: a whisper in my husband's ear, laughter during our ceremony, and the joy of walking down Main Street toward the ocean cliffs where we said our vows. Working with Joyce was effortless. She made us feel comfortable, offered great direction, and understood what was most meaningful to us. She perfectly balanced our desire for wide, scenic shots with her recommendation for close-ups and traditional portraits, which we're now so grateful to have. The blend of sharp detail with softly blurred backgrounds gives every image a timeless quality. I would recommend Joyce wholeheartedly to any couple looking for a photographer who can capture not just how your day looked, but how it felt. We're already looking forward to working with her again for a future family photo session.

Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without Evan-Marie (photography) & Louis (film) to capture…read moreall of the moments in a perfectly eloquent way. I'd recommend them to anyone looking for timeless, high quality storytelling. Their communication before, during and after our Westport wedding was also wonderful and this was especially important since we were on different coasts/timezones. Our collection of photos and film will be treasured for many years to come. Thank you, Evan-Marie & Louis!

My wife and I had the best experience with Evan-Marie! We wanted a very natural-feeling…read morematernity/couple's shoot and she did such an amazing job. She was super flexible with weather concerns and even moved our shoot to another day to get a better window. Very responsive, friendly, and professional. Would definitely recommend.

Nile shot our wedding and we recommend him highly! He's thorough, professional, flexible and fun…read more Wrangling our guests was no joke, but Nile and his assistant had just the right touch of good humor and firm determination needed. The pictures are beautiful and we are thrilled with them. Not only that, he organized them for us.

Nile was hands down the best videographer we could have asked for. From the beginning, he made an…read moreauthentic effort to get to know my husband and I as a couple and as individuals. He is extremely organized and met with us multiple times to ensure he knew everything needed to support us on our wedding day. When the day came around, his calm demeanor was very soothing and helped us stay in the moment. He went above and beyond in every possible way and even stayed past his contracted time because we were running behind schedule and he knew we'd want footage of our first dances, which was so kind of him to do. The turnaround for our highlight reel was only a few days and was absolutely mesmerizing. The way he captured the magic of the day was truly phenomenal and beyond anything we had hoped for, and we were so happy to have an artifact delivered so soon after the wedding. We even requested additional video packages because we were so impressed with his work and how he told the story of our day! This says a lot because originally we were on the fence about hiring a videographer at all. Above all, it was really important to us that our vendors be LGBTQ-friendly, especially our photographer and videographer who would be working with our wedding party, and Nile was so inclusive and great at working with every single one of our loved ones. If you are looking for a someone you can trust to capture your day beautifully, look no further.

Emily is amazing! Extremely professional and really cares about your wedding vision. She was…read morepatient throughout the entire day and made sure to capture every little detail. Our photographs turned out beautifully--very natural and not too edited. Exactly what we wanted! One moment I'll never forget during our special day is when Emily surprised us with an impromptu church exit/flower petal toss with our guests. I had mentioned the idea to her at the wedding rehearsal the night before but explained it wasn't in our floral budget. She went home that night and handpicked flowers so that we could have that experience. Truly one of our favorite moments of the day and all thanks to Emily! On top of this, a whole year later, she is answering emails and photograph edit requests. I'd hire her again in a heartbeat!

I cannot recommend Emily Matheson Photography enough! She is not only incredibly talented behind…read morethe camera, but also one of the kindest and most genuine people you'll ever meet. She has taken my family photos since I was a little girl. We've always had comfortable and fun sessions -- she makes everyone feel relaxed, including my daughter (which is no small feat ). The photos turn out stunning every time -- natural, beautifully edited, and full of emotion. She has such an eye for capturing little moments you didn't even realize were happening. You can tell she really loves what she does, and it shows in every detail. Whether you're looking for family photos, a special event, or just want to treat yourself to a beautiful shoot, she's your girl. Book her. You won't regret it!!

I know this is a bit late for me, but our family, 9+1 including grandkids booked with Leah…read more(actually, my wife did). We were more than happy with Leah and the way she approached the sessions; all the way from meeting, location, process and ultimately, fantastic photos. Leah was very professional and accommodating with different requests for family groupings, etc. Could not have been happier.

I have a long standing tradition of having portraits taken of myself and my daughter every 4 years…read more This year found my active-military daughter, and new son-in-law, stationed in California; this complicated our long-standing New England based tradition. Thankfully working with Leah was an absolute pleasure! I'm so glad I found her. Her professionalism and patience with working out the logistics of coordinating our session from across the country went above and beyond. Our pictures came out beautiful and our whole family loves them. Leah has a great instinct for capturing special moments. It was a truly wonderful all-around experience. Thank you, Leah!

I highly recommend Jordan Eads Photography! I am so grateful to Jordan for capturing beautiful…read moremoments with my family! We celebrated our parent's 50th wedding anniversary in Mendocino, Ca and Jordan was wonderful to work with. She made us comfortable and was so down to earth and fun. Her directions were easy to follow and the pictures turned out amazing. Thank you Jordan!

From the owner: As a passionate travel photographer, I bring my love for exploring new places to every photo…read moresession. With extensive experience in capturing precious moments with younger children, I ensure a fun and relaxed environment for your little ones. Whether it's events, weddings, or family portraits, I specialize in creating beautiful, candid shots that you'll cherish forever. One of the unique aspects of my photography is my ability to guide and pose you naturally, making the experience effortless and enjoyable. You won't even realize you're being posed, resulting in stunning, authentic images that truly reflect your special moments. Let’s create memories together, one click at a time!