It would be difficult to overstate how much we enjoyed working with Randy and Joyce throughout our wedding. They are wonderful people and such a great addition to any celebration, although they are also careful to maintain their disarmingly unobtrusive, photo-journalistic approach. They are professional, highly skilled artists whose balanced eyes for detail and expanse complement each other very well, and it felt like a privilege to have them turn their time and expertise upon the task of preserving our memories. In the end, after the guests are long departed and the dress has been folded away, what we have left are all of the candid moments they managed to capture with such clarity, beauty, and grace. read more

We began our search for our wedding photographers over a year before our wedding. After looking at dozens of photographer sites and blogs, we felt that Randy and Joyce at J. Perlman and R. Lutge Photography were the best photographers for us. Randy and Joyce's photojournalistic style does such an amazing job of capturing the story of the day; considering how the day blurs together, it is priceless to look at the photos and remember special moments. I couldn't have imagined the emotions that simple photographs would invoke.  We are incredibly happy with our photos. I truly felt that I did not need to stress about the photography prior to the wedding because I trusted in Randy and Joyce. We met prior to the wedding, and their friendliness and professionalism and experience struck us immediately.  On the day of the wedding, they were everywhere, taking photos of family and friends, decorations and the site, but never in the way or distracting. Our guests even complimented how professional and attentive they were when getting photographs during special moments.   When we received our photos, I felt very emotional because they had captured such beautiful pictures. Every time we look at our photographs I feel transported back to Mendocino, as if we are reliving that wonderful day. Thank you so much Randy and Joyce for helping us to capture memories that we will treasure forever! read more

We worked with Joyce and Randy for our wedding and everything worked out great. We loved the pics and they were very professional and friendly throughout. read more

Joyce and Randy are a fantastic team! They captured amazing images of our wedding that we will cherish forever. 10 years after our wedding, they helped me create a wedding album. Joyce was patient, and worked very hard to re-create each page until I loved every single one. Their photography is beautiful and artistic. They are are business professionals who are a pleasure to work with. read more

Working with Joyce and Randy was a real pleasure. Their photography style fit perfectly with our needs -- classy, modern, and elegant! Their professionalism and warmth make for a great combination, especially in a job where both skill and personality are essential. They listened closely to our particular needs as a couple and the outcome surpassed our and our families' expectations! I would recommend Joyce and Randy to any couple looking to create beautiful memories that they can always return to. read more

My husband and I got married in Mendocino, CA in May 2008. Choosing the photographer who would capture our wedding was both the most difficult and the easiest choice we had to make. As with most couples, having beautiful wedding photos that would provide lasting memories was one of our highest priorities. Although we were getting married in Mendocino, we were willing to bring a photographer from elsewhere if he/she were the right person for the job. This broad search made the decision process a long one as we spent weeks interviewing photographers and scouring websites to find that photographer who could not only take beautiful pictures (there are many photographers who can take a great shot) but also capture the spirit and story of the wedding. When we met Joyce and Randy, the decision became an easy one - they were the perfect match. While we had seen many great photos, their body of work was by far a cut above the rest. They are the consummate wedding photographers who continue to see the beauty, love, and joy in weddings. In addition, as a team they brought two different artistic styles which would ensure our wedding would be captured from a number of perspectives. Finally, although we didn't know it when we began the process, we quickly realized how important it was for us to also work with true professionals with a great sense of humor and flexibility. Weddings after all bring all sorts of craziness, and Joyce and Randy stepped beyond their roles as chroniclers to help calm nerves and ensure things ran smoothly! And we were certainly not disappointed by our photographs. Their photographs captured not only the events and emotions of the day - they tell the story of family and friendships, of past, present and future. We chose not to have a videographer at our wedding because we knew that what actually happened there was not as important as the emotions that were felt as we brought our lives together in celebration. From traditional formal shots to poignant moments caught in passing, Joyce and Randy's photographs capture that spirit exactly, and we can't thank them enough for providing eternal reminders of the joy of that time! read more

For two people who are normally shy around a camera, Drew and I were so comfortable with Joyce and Randy from the moment we met them. From our initial meeting with Joyce, to our fun engagement photos in San Francisco with Randy, the process of getting to know the photographers was easy and enjoyable. Their professionalism and sense of humor made us feel at ease with such an important part of the wedding. We loved the chance to have the engagement photos done because it helped us get used to being in front of the camera before the big day. Randy met us at a favorite spot of ours near San Francisco and the photos came out perfectly. The planning process itself was seamless, which was a welcome change to other aspects of wedding planning. On our wedding day, the one thing I wasn't worried about was the photography because I knew Joyce and Randy were reliable, professional, and talented. The photos themselves are absolutely gorgeous. What I loved about working with Joyce and Randy is that for every shot, there are two perspectives, one from Joyce and one from Randy. Their journalistic style also allows a variety of photos from candids to formal shots. So many special moments were captured without us even knowing. They work so well together and their positive energy is comforting and makes the process so fun. We aren't the only people who felt this way. Joyce and Randy fit in perfectly to the wedding reception and we have heard from many guests how much they enjoyed interacting with both of them. We now have a beautiful, well-edited, diverse collection of photos to enjoy from our special day. Choosing Joyce and Randy to photograph our wedding was one of the best decisions we made in the planning process. read more

There are no words that will do justice to describe the positive experience we had working with Joyce and Randy. They took the time to get to know us both over the phone (we planned our wedding in Mendocino, remotely from DC) and in person by asking questions about us, our relationship, our families and what we were looking for in our photos. At the wedding Joyce and her wedding day assistant somehow managed to get every shot we had dreamed of plus more without encroaching on the ceremony or festivities. They gave suggestions, but really their high level of skill showed in their uncanny ability to make us all feel comfortable being in front of a camera and the love, beauty, fun and excitement they captured at the ceremony, during formals and at the reception. I've lost count of how many family members and guests told Kris and I about how much they appreciated and enjoyed working with Joyce and her assistant. This to us was just as important as how Joyce made us feel as a couple. We will forever be grateful for her and her assistant's professionalism and the exquisite photos they've gifted us with. If you are having your wedding in Mendocino do not look anywhere else. Contact Joyce and Randy! You will forever be thankful for that decision. Nicole and Kris, Cypress Grove, MacCallum House, Mendocino read more

We were so fortunate to have Joyce and Randy be the photographers at our October wedding at Spring Ranch in Mendocino. We had interviewed several photographers, but their portfolio had an elegance and eye for detail that caught our attention from the start. The Spring Ranch setting is magical, with a beautiful eucalyptus grove and outdoor fireplace which served as our ceremony site, a Victorian farmhouse with lovely period details, and a rustic elegant 1860's barn that is a wonderful setting for a dinner and reception. Across the street is a state park with gorgeous vistas of land and ocean. Joyce and Randy are very familiar with the setting and captured the cathedral-like feeling of the grove, the lovely panorama of the fields and the romantic details of the house and barn. Because we had already had the engagement shoot, from which we have some fantastic photos, we were already comfortable with them and with being photographed, which allowed us to be more relaxed for the wedding. Their photojournalistic style captured many wonderful moments, and they managed to be everywhere, but unnoticed. I had so many friends tell me after I happily showed them our photos how they wished they could have had Joyce and Randy at their weddings! We would highly recommend them. Natalie and Ric, Spring Ranch Barn, Mendocino, CA read more

It was simply a pleasure working with Randy and Joyce of J. Perlman R. Lutge Photography for our 2013 wedding. They are professional, highly skilled artists who are a joy to have at your wedding or event. They are also careful to maintain an unobtrusive, photojournalistic methodology that captures rather than stages and makes for many wonderfully candid moments. In the end, the photos are your most vivid artifact and become your lasting memory of the event itself; Randy and Joyce will elevate your memories to the level of art. read more

I cried when I received our wedding photos. After spending extra for additional time and additional photos, I was horribly disappointed. I loved their portfolio, and really was hoping for the best. Joyce and Randy really failed to capture the energy and joy of our wedding. They took multiple photos from the same angle, took photos of people posing without concern for framing or backdrop. The "amateur" photos our friends took were much better. Joyce and Randy send emails but never followed up by phone and it took 2 and a half years to complete our album. I certainly do not recommend this company. They are not professional quality photos and Joyce and Randy did not interact with us professionally. Thank God we had a wedding videographer and friends their capturing all the beautiful moments Randy and Joyce did not. read more

Joyce and Randy are AMAZING! It is so rare in life to find such talent combined with kindness, compassion, and zest for life! Not only did they perfectly capture all of the moments and memories that we hold so dearly, but they livened our party with their spirited personalities and kindheartedness. All of this, and more, was captured in the photographs they took throughout our special day. We feel so blessed that Randy and Joyce were able to be a part of a day we will remember and cherish for the rest of our life. We will never forget them or the amazing beauty they bring to the world! read more

We loved working with Joyce and Randy! Our wedding was only a week ago so we haven't yet seen our wedding photos, but we expect they will be fabulous. Our engagement photos turned out beautifully, and Joyce and Randy let us choose a location that was meaningful to us and followed us up a mountain-side trail for the photo shoot! They were fun people to spend our wedding day with, but also worked hard and efficiently. We thought their prices were extremely reasonable, too, for a team of two photographers with such talent. Thank you guys!! read more

Every once in a while, my new husband and I will look at each other and say, "I miss Joyce and Randy!" We aren't kidding! Joyce and Randy were an absolute dream to work with. From the moment we met them we felt comfortable and understood, that they were able to see us for who we were, and thus able to capture beautiful moments of such an exciting and pivotal time in our lives. On our wedding day they felt like knowing friends, with a gentle and unobtrusive presence, always there at just the right times. Not only are they incredible artists, they are extremely professional and organized, friendly and helpful. We just received our photos, and couldn't be more pleased! The biggest thing that I am struck by when viewing the images is the truth that they contain. I feel that I have a window into real people at real moments in time, and that the simplicity of such moments speaks volumes about the people in them, and about life in general. The number of incredibly beautiful and artistic images is overwhelming, and we know that it'll be a real challenge to narrow them down to a reasonable number for our album! Thank you, Joyce and Randy, we can't wait to work with you again soon! read more

Joyce and Randy of J.Perlman | R.Lutge Photography are true artists. Randy photographed our wedding at the Stanford Inn and we could not be happier with the results. Once we came across their website, we knew that Randy and Joyce's journalistic style was exactly what we were looking for. Randy is very knowledgeable of the Mendocino area and knew exactly where to take us to get the best backdrops and best lighting for our photos. He is also incredibly friendly and good-humored, which made him an absolute pleasure to work with! Randy skillfully captured the raw, emotional moments of our day in such a way that we're transported right back to those moments when we look at the photos. Joyce and Randy make an excellent team and were consistently thoughtful, patient, and responsive while working with us. Our family and friends are extremely impressed by our wedding photos and several have told us that they are the best wedding photos they've ever seen. We cannot praise them enough for eternalizing our most memorable day with such beautiful artistry. Thank you! read more