John Ruddock // High Orbit Media

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Introduction: Hello! My name is John Ruddock and I do business as High Orbit Media. I pride myself on my ability to capture the best moments from the right angle. With a degree in film, I bring a very cinematic eye to my photography helping to capture the right moment from the best angle. My style of photography may be best described as 'enhanced realism'. The prices you see are my base packages and I do offer different options. Let's make you look good!

Overview

Hired 63 times

Serves Salinas, CA

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1 employee

4 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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382 photos

Wedding At The Courthouse
Wedding and Event Photography

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.

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Derek W.

Jun 20, 2023

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John, thank you so much for your help in capturing this joyous event of our lives. We love the photos. We will definitely consider you for our wedding if we end up doing the wedding in that area.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Tony B.

Jan 17, 2024

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John was great! He was able to capture the photos I needed perfectly. He is super reasonable on pricing and the results were high quality.

Details: Professional headshot • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Home • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Portrait Photography

Erin S.

Jan 6, 2024

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John recently photographed our vow renewal in Carmel. His work is amazing!!! He has a very creative eye, but will also listen to what you want. From the first contact, he was very professional and responsive. I needed to provide proof of insurance and he took care of everything right away. I also made last minute changes to the location a few days before our event, and he was very accommodating. His fees are extremely reasonable, but he doesn’t sacrifice any quality. I cannot say enough about how happy we are with John and our pictures. I will definitely be using him again in the future!

Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Traditional posed • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Alison W.

Dec 4, 2023

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John was very responsive to my last minute request for a family photo shoot in Carmel. His experience with the area was very helpful because he knew the right spots and shots to get so he was very efficient! We got a lot of great pictures and poses in the hour, and am really pleased with the quality of the shots. Totally recommend John for any photography needs you have!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Bryant S.

Oct 31, 2023

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John did an amazing job photographing my proposal. From helping me select a beautiful, secluded location to getting the incredible shots of the event. The pictures turned out great and he got them to us very quickly. He was also very responsive which was reassuring in an otherwise stressful situation. I would highly recommend him for your event.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
When paying for photography services, you are paying for the photographer's time to photograph you, the time to perform any edits and retouches, as well as the quality of the camera and lens. These are all factors in the final cost.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I will determine what type of photographs you are looking for (ex: portraits, maternity, artsy), what type of location (ex: beach, forest, city), and how long a session they desire. We can do multiple outfits and locations.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a bachelor's degree in film from San Jose State and have applied all my knowledge to photography. My skills cover landscape photography, portraits, construction, real estate, and sports. I have filmed in locations all over the world from East Africa to Hawaii.

John Ruddock // High Orbit Media

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