Ron and Marvin were the photographers for our wedding this summer. We loved working with them from start to finish. They were very flexible, from setting up times to meet with us to working with different options to help us stay in our budget. They made sure to meet with us multiple times before the wedding to go over our requested shot list and timeline, and shared some ideas of their own that we loved. They came to our rehearsal without us even asking just so they could scope out the area and prepare for the lighting and some good backdrops. The day of the wedding they both showed up early and were fun and flexible as I went through my pre-wedding jitters trying to get ready. They got every shot on our shot list and many more that we didn't think of. One of the things I was most appreciative of was how they had taken the time to figure out what we wanted before the wedding so then they helped us keep on track with our timeline and make sure we were able to get to all the things we had requested. Then after the wedding, a sneak peak of more than 50 photos was ready and waiting for us by the time we got back from our honeymoon, and over 800 more were edited and given to us within a month of our wedding date. We are so thankful that we worked with Ron and Marvin and will have these beautiful photos to document our wedding day! read more

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This is a follow-up, leading up to our actual wedding day. As I mentioned in my previous review, they are always in constant communication. If there's one thing you should never have to stress about as a bride, it's trying to get a hold of your vendors! They are available via email, phone, text, Skype - whichever suits you best. Ron and Marvin even helped us put together our timeline for the day of and gave location suggestions for our bridal party photos. My do-over (and advice to future brides) would be to allow more time between the ceremony and reception for bridal party pictures if you aren't doing them before or a "first look" session. Our reception was about 20 min away from the ceremony location and we have a HUGE family that we took group photos with after the ceremony. We were able to get some great shots, but the timing was tight! Sigma Six also printed out one of our engagement pictures and provided a photo mat for our guests to sign. They presented it to us in a beautiful frame, which we now have hanging above our dining room table! We received so many more pictures than we could have imagined! We have a ton of favorites that the most difficult task will be narrowing them down to put into a future album (we decided to hold off on a wedding album for now, in order to replenish our funds!). We were very surprised that they even delivered the pictures via a custom made flash drive and case - it was truly unique and special! I highly recommend Sigma Six Photography! If you're still hesitating, even after looking through their work on their website or going through their reviews, meet with them in person...you won't be disappointed! read more

I can't tell you enough how professional and amazing Sigma Six Photography is. Ron and Marvin are extremely fun to work with and they are really good at what they do. I've had them there for our family portraits on La Jolla Coves to bridesmaids photos in Dixon Lake to engagement sessions at Bernardo Winery and Rancho Bernardo High School to finally our wedding day at the Scripps Seaside Forum. Every session has come out amazing and they are extremely easy going and flexible. They make sure to let you know what's going on at all times, their communication effort is key to the relationship that we have. There are absolutely no surprises and that's what I love. If someone is photographing my wedding day, I want to make sure that I feel comfortable around them and it was exactly that. Since they've been there through some of my most important life events, I feel like they're apart of my family. I would highly suggest reaching out to them for your next event. Meet them, chat with them, I guarantee you'll feel just as comfortable with them as I did. Oh and they also provided the open photobooth for our wedding day which was a hit! All our guests loved it and it was so much fun!!! You can fit like 15-20 people in there. It can get pretty crazy. They can even create a unique backdrop or template for your photobooth print outs! Thank you so much, Ron and Marvin, for doing such a wonderful job!!! read more

Sigma Six Photography are amazing and genuine guys that listen and bring creative ideas to the table! Together, Marvin and Ron are patient and flexible. Apart, each of their compositions contrast each other. As a result, We were able to get a variety of styles and feels. We played with traditional, contemporary, and novelty dress up ideas for the E-Session. Moments and faces were snap shot and captured on the big Wedding Day. There is no wrench in Sigma Six Photography. They worked well with our Wedding Coordinator and the DJ in a timely fashion. Hired theses guys with the mentality..Glass Half Full and Sigma Six OVER Delivered! 5 Stars and 5 Cheers- Thank you so much for Capturing our Wedding Memories! read more

First of all, I'd like to say that Marvin and Ron are great guys, and good photographers. The stars are applied to expectation over delivery. The photos that were taken were good, and these guys were fun to work with. Essentially, I would recommend them, unless you have specifications. So, now I'll explain why I can only give two stars. I didn't care much about our wedding photos. I opted for a photography student or disposables on the tables, but my wife really wanted a pair of professional photographers for the wedding. She didn't want our memories to be up to chance; and she had a certain picture in mind that she really wanted. She dreamed of having a picture of my face when I first saw her hit that aisle, and a picture of hers as she saw me. We hunted for two photographers and were happy to find two that were affordable. Before we signed with sigma six, my wife made sure with them that they could get the shot she wanted. We were told, "no problem." My wife (as a bride to be) was paranoid, and made sure each time we met with Marvin and Ron to bring up the shot and make sure they hadn't forgotten and were still up to the task of getting it. They said not to worry. They also requested that we tell our friends in families not to take pictures during the ceremony, as it's distracting and sometimes they end up with a bunch of phones and cameras in their shots. We agreed, even though this bummed out my aunt (she prides herself on getting a picture of the grooms face as he sees the bride for the first time in any family wedding she attends). The wedding comes and goes (quite awesomely, but that's to be expected). We get our photos back...and the shot's missing. There are good photos of my wife coming down the aisle, but none of my face. The only requested shot is not there. We go through our photos (300) three times over, thinking that we must've missed it, but it's not there. Before we freaked out, I contacted Marvin and Ron. We thought that they had the shot, and just forgot to put it in our roll, or maybe they didn't get a great shot, but my wife didn't care...that was the shot she wanted, in any capacity she could get it in. But, there was no shot. Turns out, they had completely forgotten to get the shot (after all the times my wife brought it up). Again, the only shot that was requested. Bringing this up with Marvin and Ron was an odd affair. They were very apologetic. However, part of their consolation was "we've missed the first kiss before." That blew my mind, but not as much as the next question..."ask your attendees, maybe one of them got the shot." We were specifically asked to have family keep their phones/cameras away during the ceremony! The kicker for me, is that there is a shot of everyone looking down the aisle at my wife, and my aunt looking at me. If we would have disregarded their request for the ceremony, my aunt would have gotten the shot they missed! Marvin and Ron did try to make it up to us, but the shot is gone. I'll give Marvin and Ron credit as being fun to work with and good photographers. My writing this is not to put down, but to inform. There was one, very important shot request made by my wife and I, and it feels brushed aside or downright neglected. For quality of photos and friendliness, I would recommend Sigma Six. But if there are any specifications that you or your spouse have for your photos, I would recommend someone else. I hope this is helpful. read more

From our proposal, to engagement session, and now to our upcoming wedding later this year, my fiancé and I feel so lucky to work with great professionals like Marvin and Ron of Sigma Six. There is a reason we chose them as our photographers for some of the most important events in our lives. Choosing a photographer is not an easy feat because you want to choose someone who has a vision, you can trust, is easy to work with, and will provide quality work. Marvin and Ron are all that and more. Together, they really go above and beyond providing their customers with quality service by making sure they are happy and satisfied. Family is very important to them and they make sure their customers know they are part of the Sigma Six family. Back in September, my then-boyfriend-now-fiancé had hired Sigma Six to photograph our surprise proposal through a referral from Robbins Brothers. I didn't know it at the time, but Marvin played a very important role in the proposal set-up by going to the Montgomery Field airport to speak to the point of contacts there and plan out locations which he used to make a detailed map and timeline of the event for everyone that was involved. Unfortunately Marvin couldn't be there the day of the proposal, but like I said, he went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of prior to. Ron was there to take photos and we were completely blown away by the pictures he took. He was able to capture the best candid shots that were filled with so much emotion. Those shots were the exact moments we want to remember forever and share with our family and friends in Virginia who couldn't be there to witness it in person. We just finished our engagement session with them last Saturday at the Westgate Hotel (beautiful location!) and throughout downtown San Diego. It was so much fun! Marvin planned out a timeline and map route which he emailed to us the day before so we knew what to expect. They came up with so many creative ideas the day of the shoot. Now Ronnie and I are nowhere near natural born models, but they are very patient and made us feel at ease. They are also very timely at posting 'sneak peeks' on their Facebook that always leave you yearning for more because the photos end up being THAT good. We are so grateful for Sigma Six because they have given us tons of priceless photos that we can cherish forever. Marvin and Ron also give us really good advice for wedding planning and day of coordination tips based on weddings they have experienced. They definitely know the ins-and-outs. We are looking forward to our big day in October and having them with us as our photographers (and hopefully for more events in the future with our children and grandchildren)! Thank you, Marvin and Ron, for your dedication and hard work!!! If you want quality photographers, I would highly recommend Sigma Six. read more

Sigma Six Photography is the best! We did not regret choosing them to be our photographers for our Big Day. They are very professional to work with and very easy to get along. Even after our wedding is over, we still have great relationship with them. They make sure that everything they promised to us are done. They take such great pictures that are worth treasuring forever. We love our wedding pictures and are very happy with them! We definitely recommend them for any events. Thank you so much Sigma Six for everything! You guys rock! -Hans & Trish Gangcuangco- read more

These guys are incredible photographers! They are extremely easy to work with and helped us during the entire planning process. While they are not exclusively wedding planners they have done so many weddings that they are quick to make recommendations on what they have seen work well in the past. Our engagement pictures (picture 26) received instant praise from our family and friends and we're excited to frame it for our home. They put together a wonderful guest signing book from the engagement pictures and they are currently working on the photo album from our wedding (can't wait to see it)!! They have a great vision and are with you the whole day - from when you start getting ready to when you leave to document everything! They check in every couple of months/weeks leading up to the wedding to check in on plans and timeline, and to provide suggestions. Definitely recommend them, you won't regret it!! read more

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Marvin and Ron make a killer sibling team when it comes to beautiful photographs. Each of them brings their own vision and experience to capture their interpretation of the shooting location and ambiance. This gives you two distinct takes on the location or setting, which provides a diversity of great shots. They work well with each other to maximize time, especially when things get busy on the day-of. Communication was easy, with responses coming in quick to answer any questions we had. Both Ron and Marvin are very personable and easy to talk to, which made us very comfortable while being photographed. We started with our engagement session two weeks before the wedding. They worked with us to deliver exactly what we were looking for, which was incredible photos in locations that mean a lot to us. We were beyond pleased with the outcome of the engagement session, and were eager to see what they had in store for our wedding Day. They again delivered and surpassed expectations with photos that encompassed the entire day, from getting ready in the morning to the last dancers still on the dance floor. The wedding ceremony shots were great, and they captured each moment that we were hoping to relive through the pictures. The family pictures following the ceremony were quick and organized. The reception was captured wonderfully, with each event throughout the night documented for us to enjoy. We absolutely recommend Sigma Six photography without reservation. Thank you Ron and Marvin! read more

I really like to review companies that I think do excellent work and Sigma Six is one of them. Ron and Marvin are both so professional and down-to-earth at the same time. Easy to work with and fun. Prices are comparable to others in the market, but quality is WAY above! We got professional headshots done and we are thrilled with the results. I really wanted a specific look and Ron found the perfect location to achieve it. The day of the shoot he and his assistant made it really fun and easy. The photos we got back we're exactly what I wanted and then some. They nailed it! If you're looking for professional photographers who are *trained* at what they do AND fun to work with - hire these guys! read more

I highly recommend Ron & Marvin! I don't even know where to start...we hired them for our wedding. These two guys are some of the most kind-hearted, genuine people that I have ever met. They deserve well over 5 stars! Their product offering is unmatched. These guys simply know Photography and weddings. They know the industry, they have the artistic skill and they pour their heart and soul into making sure you are happy and that they capture all of the precious moments on your wedding day. Hiring Sigma Six was one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire wedding process. I can't say enough about how happy we are with our experience, everything from our first meeting, follow up meetings and from the morning and through the night of the wedding!! These two gentlemen are true professionals and are well worth the investment. Their communication is amazing, you can always count on them keeping in touch and making sure you are comfortable with how things will flow in your engagement session and wedding day. Overall, we are so thankful for everything that Ron & Marvin did for us, we cannot say thank you enough for the help they provided in making sure our wedding day was one of a kind and was captured through the art of photography that will provide a lifetime of memories. read more

Hiring Sigma Six for our photography services was one of the best decisions we made for our Wedding. We had been referred to Sigma Six from a friend and had seen Ron and Marvin's work at a Wedding we attended last year. The level of service they present is amazing. Although we are still waiting for our Wedding Proofs, I have no doubt they will be flawless. Our engagement pictures turned out better then imagined and they worked with us on the best lightening for a dual location. Our favorite pictures happened at the beach at sunset and you can really tell Ron and Marvin have a great eye for lighting detail. They were incredibly patient, thorough, and the best listeners. Fast forward several months to our Wedding and they upheld these same values. We had a very large Wedding party (with many personalities) and they were incredibly patient and receptive, but also juggled a large entourage and gave great direction. They definitely had their hands full! The best part of the photography package is that you get TWO photographers! Such a benefit to capture different angles and they both complement each others strengths. And (double bonus!) they offer photo booth services which turned out to be one of the biggest hits at our Wedding. We even got the digital proofs on a flash drive and link the next day. Bottom line - You won't be disappointed with Sigma Six! read more