Highly Recommended by our Clients.
Randy and Joyce's work is exquisite. I found them after weeks of looking for the right photographer for my wedding. I love black and white photography. As a news reporter, I have closely worked with photographers and seen how they distill reality to series of powerful images. Their presence is soft and unobtrusive. They are fast and precise. Their eye is kind and intelligent. So, I looked for dynamic documentary style, elegant portraits, symbolic details, moody landscape and fluid compositions. I didn't want just memories, I wanted art. Now I have J.Perlman and R.Lutge photographs.
Natalya Shulyakovskaya, Point Cabrillo Lighthouse
Abbie and I believe that Joyce and Randy elevate themselves above other photographers primarily because they take the time to develop friendships with their subjects, and in so doing feed their already formidable instincts. By the time our wedding day arrived, we had already met with Joyce and Randy on several occasions and were ready to place our full trust in them to capture something beyond the rote and posed -- to capture the fleeting and illusive, treasured moments that are all-too-easily missed in the hectic excitement of a wedding. We were rewarded with photo after photo from candid, intimate close-ups to light-hearted group shots that repeatedly displayed their knack for anticipating, recognizing and capturing prized and poignant moments with candor and clarity. Furthermore, Randy and Joyce always seemed to be positioned for great shots while maintaining an unobtrusive presence throughout the proceedings. We would highly recommend Joyce and Randy to anyone interested in seeking more of the same!
Abbie and John, Ledford House, Albion
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!
Sophia and Kyle, MacCallum House, Mendocino
We love the landscape pictures that Joyce and Randy took at our wedding. The pictures beneath the oak trees remind us of such a special moment after our wedding ceremony and we will cherish these pictures forever. Joyce and Randy take picture that are great at capturing the entire scene and feeling of the wedding. They were also incredibly calm and professional throughout the wedding and made it very easy to have them taking our pictures. It has been great to work with both Joyce and Randy. Thank you!
Jamie and Jesse, Thomas Fogarty Winery, Woodside
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!
Natalie and Andrew, Pacific Athletic Club, Redwood City
We are thrilled with the pictures Joyce and Randy took of our wedding. One of the most important factors we considered in our selection of a wedding photographer was our comfort level with them. Before the day of our wedding, we had an opportunity to spend a few hours with Joyce and Randy at Bakers Beach in San Francisco for the engagement shoot. Another very important component on the decision of the photographer was the flexibility of the package. With Joyce and Randy we were able to arrange a portfolio of exactly what we wanted. We were married at Nestldown and Joyce and Randy knew where to take the great classic shots, but they also captured the uniqueness of our wedding day. They were incredibly professional, friendly and helped contribute to a relaxing atmosphere in what in many respects is a stressful day.
But what we most appreciate about Joyce and Randy are the wonderful and artistic images that they captured on our wedding day. We will be able to enjoy these with family and friends for many years to come.
Sean & Rebecca, Nestldown, Los Gatos
We want to thank you for your professionalism and time photographing our wedding. The end result shows your talent as true artists. We are just over the moon with happiness about how our photos turned out. They are stunning! We had a great time getting to know you both. The engagement shoot helped us warm up to being "center stage" and we had a lot of fun. Thank you for capturing our personalities so well in your shots. We couldn't have hoped for anything better!
Melissa and Tri. Mendocino Weddings, Russian Gulch State Park
Joyce and Randy captured the essence of our wedding - simple, elegant and full of love. Although we didn't have a videographer, the timeless moments will forever be replayed in the photographs they took. By looking at the pictures, we can still feel the intangible warmth and joy everyone shared on that special day, the swells of emotion that we felt, the touching gestures from our familes and friends, and the classic moments of pure silliness. Joyce and Randy are detail oriented, very friendly, and patient. They combine art with journalism masterfully. They also make the experience fun, natural and seamless. A trusted friend highly recommends Joyce and Randy, and we in turn highly recommend them.
Kat and David, Cliff House, San Francisco
Joyce and Randy from J. Perlman and R. Lutge Photography are very creative, patient and kind people to work with. Prior to the wedding, they were extremely generous with their time in order to give advice and answer questions, even on topics that were not directly related to photography. I knew from looking at their portfolio they had a very talented eye for capturing beautiful candid moments that portrayed a lot of movement and emotion. We definitely felt that they did that for us as well. They captured all the emotions; tears, laughter, nervousness, excitement and joy. We are very thankful to them for being so considerate and intentional in every photo they took. Through the engagement shoot, phone calls and emails they prepare diligently to ensure they capture the most important people and moments for you and they try to understand your level of comfort when it comes to taking photos. We appreciated how easy they were for us to talk to, their patience with us and the extreme efforts they took to meet our desires for capturing all aspects of the wedding day. We highly recommend Joyce and Randy. In fact, an engaged friend of ours who attended the wedding, decided to ask Joyce and Randy to do photography for their wedding after attending the wedding and then seeing how they captured the day.
Martha and Greg, Nestldown, Los Gatos
We are so glad that we hired Joyce and Randy to shoot our wedding. Every encounter we have had with them has been completely professional, and totally fun. We were so pleased with their work when we received the photos, which we expected. Even better were the things that we did not expect, such as the time that Joyce spent on the phone with Lacy, helping her pre-visualize our ceremony and the other events of our wedding day. Joyce and Randy nailed all the complicated mixed-family portraits we requested, and even managed to get candid photos of everyone in our wedding party with their significant others without us asking. They went beyond the call of duty to make sure that we were comfortable at all times, they fit right in with our friends and family, and the resulting photos of our wedding day are exceptional.
Jared & Lacy Milos, Great American Music Hall, San Francisco
Joyce and Randy were superb every step of the way. We could not have been more pleased with how everything turned out. The photos had just the style we were hoping for -- candid and natural with beautiful angles. The creativity and artistry they bring is truly unique. Of all the decisions we had to make for our wedding, choosing them was our best!
Suzanne and Neil, Casa Real Winery, Pleasanton
James and I want to thank you both so much for doing an incredible job on our pictures. We absolutely love them! Since it was only the two of us there on our wedding day, it was very important for our family and friends to experience our wedding through our pictures. You guys did a wonderful job of making that happen. The way that you captured the backdrop, our emotions, the colors, the details. It's all just so amazing. We cannot thank you enough nor can we stop looking at the pictures!
James and Jaclyn Parker, Pt. Cabrillo Lighthouse, Mendocino
We found Joyce and Randy's website following a search for photographers working in the Sonoma County area and were impressed by the photographs displayed as well as the overall feel of the website. It can be stressful choosing a photographer to capture your wedding day, especially selecting one that you have not yet met. With Joyce and Randy, there was no reason for concern. They met us for engagement photos and we found them to be professional and personable. Shortly thereafter, they sent us the pictures from that day which were wonderful just as those on the website were. The wedding day went great too. We love the way Joyce and Randy captured our special day.
Heather and Creed, Private Estate, Petaluma
Joyce and Randy were a fantastic team. Even though we only had 8 guests at our wedding, the presence of two photographers was not overwhelming or strained. They fit right in and celebrated the day with us. Once we received the photos, we were able to relive all of the intense emotions of the day - anticipation, excitement, and deep love - through our beautiful photographs. We had a difficult time picking our favorites! We highly recommend Joyce and Randy.
Candice and Dennis, MacCallum House, Mendocino
When we were looking for photographers for our wedding, we looked for three things: the ability to capture the moment, style and warmth. All of these qualities show up in the amazing photos Joyce and Randy took for us. But it was quality number four, their friendship, that really made the difference. On the day of our wedding, it looked like a potential storm would ruin our chances of having the ceremony outdoors. Even though our indoor alternative was in place, Joyce and Randy could see how much we wanted our big day to be outdoors. When the sun broke through the clouds half an hour before the ceremony, Randy spearheaded an all-out effort to move the ceremony outside. Working with the wedding coordinator and guests, everything was moved seamlessly. Not only did Joyce and Randy give us amazing photos, but they gave us the wedding we had been planning all along.
Carla and David, Casa Real Winery, Pleasanton
We absolutely loved having Randy and Joyce as our photographers. We have received none stop compliments from our guests. They had the perfect energy for our wedding, and still promoted a free environment for celebration. We would highly recommend JPerlman Photography, and look forward to using them to document other major events in our lives.
Liz and Will, Sutter Creek
Joyce and Randy are amazing to work with. From the moment you meet them until the end of the night, you feel like they are your friends and they simply belong. Because of their style and professionalism, Joyce and Randy blend in with the event perfectly; always exactly where you want them, and never where you don't want them. Their work speaks for itself yet I cannot say enough about how happy I am with the results. I love looking at the moments they've captured; it's like being there again and produces a smile that on my face that won't fade.
Erin and Dave, Tulip Garden, Park Chalet, San Francisco
Randy and Joyce really captured the essence of our wedding, the joy, the guests, the love and the multiple components of a complicated, multi-faceted traditional Jewish wedding. (Logistics aside, Randy and Joyce really "got" it!). From the moment I spoke to Joyce on the phone and met them both for our engagement shoot, Danny and I were so relaxed and confident we had made the right choice. Now that we have our photos, both on-line to share with our family, and beautiful albums-our wedding memories are with always with us. I highly recommend Randy and Joyce as outstanding wedding photographers.
Liora and Danny, OceanSong
We knew from the minute we saw the pictures on their website that we wanted to work with Joyce and Randy, and this was further confirmed with our initial phone call. We were really interested in having a lot of candid pictures from our wedding day, and for Joyce and Randy, this is their forte. From the moment we met them we instantly felt at ease with them. They were very professional. We had such a fun time with them on our engagement shoot, and the pictures from that day are unbelievable. They really captured our personalities and caught so many intimate moments between us. The day of the wedding they felt even more like close friends, helping us through the day, staying by our sides to capture all the special moments between the two of us without intruding on our privacy. When we got our wedding pictures, we really couldnt believe how beautiful they were. Looking at their pictures was like reading a story of all the wonderful moments that occurred that day. They were able to really capture the true essence of our special day.
Tyler and Stephanie Lindsay, Albion River Inn
Joyce and Randy were an absolute joy to work with. Actually of all our wedding planning, photographers were who we had to meet the most with, we had trouble finding the right people. The second we sat down with Joyce and Randy, we just knew we had found the right photographers. Their personalities were great, their photos amazing, and we loved their perspective. The pictures came out great and they were so wonderful to work with. We got so many compliments on them, people at the wedding loved their attitude. They were flexible and smiling. They didn't mind other people taking pictures, and the pictures they took really captured the day and were taken in a style that my husband and I really wanted. I highly recommend them!
Jen and Eric, Costanoa Lodge, Pescadero, CA
Joyce and Randy were absolutely wonderful to have as our wedding photographers and would hire them again in a heartbeat. They are very unobtrusive and professional and so much fun to work with. Their photography skills are first class. We loved the idea of many candid and unique shots as well as formal shots. We highly recommend them.
Kirstie and Rob, Thomas Fogarty Winery
Joyce and Randy were excellent. We absolutely recommend them. They took time to get to know us before the big day, so they could better understand what our expectations were. They were extremely flexible in working around the wedding schedule. They more or less just blended in, and were very unobtrusive. Finally, the quality of their photos were excellent. The photos were well composed and creative. They certainly have a good eye for capturing the little moments, and they seem to understand what works well at Fogarty in particular. If we were to do it over, we would certainly pick Randy and Joyce again.
Amanda and Doug, Thomas Fogarty Winery
We love all of our photos so much. We couldn't be happier with them. We found exactly the right people - we were simply included in your artwork.
Evie and Bernie, MacCallum House, Mendocino
We LOVE the pictures. They are STUNNING. And the CD's are fun. Thank you so much.
Regina and Matt, Palace of the Legion of Honor, San Francisco
Joyce and Randy are fantastic. They captured the moments of our wedding beautifully - the joy, the warmth, the tender, the poignant - and gave us a real and moving memory of our day. They are also a pleasure to work with, invariably accommodating, unobtrusive, and friendly ... and so much fun that you wind up wanting to take pictures of them! We recommend them very highly.
Chai and Roger, Golden Gate Club, San Francisco
Joyce and Randy were wonderful. The pictures they took captured our wedding day just as we wanted, with a journalistic style and a minimum of the cliche poses. They captured the big moments, but they also got the subtle moments that made up the tapestry of the wedding and reception. Something would happen and Joyce or Randy would be there! There is distinct artistry in their pictures and it's obvious they have a passion for what they do. And they're very nice people. We highly recommend them.
Nicole and Joe, MacCallum House, Mendocino
When making recommendations regarding wedding photography, Randy and Joyce are at the top of our list at the MacCallum House. Their positive energy, technical skills and creativity make them an ideal choice for photographing weddings. Because they work together as a team, both armed with cameras, they are able to capture moments that would be missed by other photographers working by themselves. There is a reason why a majority of our clients choose Randy and Joyce for their weddings, they are true professionals.
Jed Ayres, Owner, MacCallum House Inn and Restaurant
Randy and Joyce were professional, personable, and took amazing photos. Simply said they were the best, we have no regrets.. They were some of the favorite people we had at our wedding, we have framed photos around our house. Looking at the photos, the day seems even more magical then it felt while we were living it. We have recommended them to everyone we know.
Susie and James, Ardenwood
We really really enjoyed working with the Perlman's. Having a duo was great in that not a moment was lost. They were very unobtrusive and yet completely thorough. We really can't say enough about what a pleasure it was to work with them. We chose them primarily because of the quality of their artistic work. Yes, we have all these posed shots that please the family and fill the albums, but we also have delightful candid shots that truly capture our relationship and the joy and meaning of the day. I would work with them as a duo for sure. The other thing that was totally unexpected was how fun it was to work with a couple and watch them in their partnership while celebrating our own. All in all, I recommend Joyce and Randy without hesitation and most definitely as a team.
Karin and Callum, MacCallum House, Mendocino
We are fine artists and we refer to our work of photographing weddings similar to the work of the old French masters of photography, who photograph romance and pleasure.
