Rich Taylor Photography

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About

I am a professional in every sense of the word. From working with my clients, being patient with babies, children, and pets, making the experience fun and easy to delivering beautiful final images that last a lifetime! I have been published and awarded for my creativity and more so, honored for my professional work ethic.

Overview

Hired 181 times

Background checked

1 employee

11 years in business

Business hours

Sun9:00 am - 11:59 pmMon9:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

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

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Services offered

Photo subjects

Pet(s) and family

Pet(s) only

Location

Outdoors

Photo style

Traditional

Candid

Action shot

Artistic

Projects and media

106 photos

Projects and media

106 photos

Reviews

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

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170 reviews

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Susan B.

May 16, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

Mine was a pet photo shoot and I was amazed at how Rich was attentive to every detail. He made it a point to capture her from every angle, his awareness and attention to light and surroundings was great. Rich is the ultimate professional and made it a point to check with me frequently to ask what I wanted. Based on the end product I would say Rich is more of an artist than a photographer. He exceeded my expectations in every way and is my photographer of choice moving forward.

Details: Pet(s) only • One pet • Dog • Outdoors • Photo studio • Candid (captured in the moment) • Digital or online download • 6 - 10 shots • $300-$500 (Mid-range) • I travel to the pet photographer

Rich Taylor Photography's reply

Hey Susan! Samantha was a pleasure to work with. I love her spirit and ability to just be herself during the entire session. Paying no attention to me or the camera. This made for some amazing candid photos. I am happy that you (and Samantha) are happy with the final images. I look forward to working with you both again!

Pet Photography

Johnette B.

Mar 30, 2015

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Hired on Thumbtack

We hired Rich to create photos which we will be using in national advertising of pet products. Our pets just loved him! Rich is attentive and conscientious of his client's needs. And he was gentle and aware of how to handle pets as his subject. He is outrageously skilled and a really multi-talented artist. We are looking forward to a great long term business relationship.

Rich Taylor Photography's reply

Thank you so much for your trust in my skills. I loved working with you and your pets. I hope some of them get published!!! I look forward to working with you and your pets again.

Pet Photography

Jessica M.

Dec 29, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

We worked with Rich for our annual family photoshoot and had an amazing experience! As I started the search for a photographer, I was focused on three specific elements - 1) availability (we only had Fri, Nov 26 available as my brother flew back to LA on Sat), 2) ability to capture different skin tones (our family has a variety of complexions and I wanted to ensure everyone looked good in the photos) and 3) location (we prefer outdoor settings for our photos). Rich went above and beyond across the board. He was super communicative during the entire process - we were able to confirm the day/time for our shoot within a day and we talked on the phone multiple times to ensure we were aligned on priorities. He scouted out the location (Chatfield Reservoir) ahead of time to ensure we had nice options with water, mountains and landscape backgrounds. On the day of the shoot, the sunlight was blinding and we were contending with a fussy toddler so he extended our time together to ensure we’d have balanced options. I was also impressed with Rich’s diligence during the editing process. He sent sneak peek photos to whet our appetite as he edited and combined multiple pictures to ensure we had stunning options (no easy feat when you’re shooting with small kids). We were super pleased with the final pictures and ended up getting many of them framed. We’re so grateful to Rich for capturing our family and will cherish these beautiful pictures!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Rich Taylor Photography's reply

It was such a pleasure to work with you and your family! Even with the challenges, I am happy that you are happy with the session and the final photo results. I very much look forward to seeing and photographing you and your family in the near future. You all brought such happiness to the session and my camera caught that! Wishes of a happy and healthy 2023.

Portrait Photography

Linda M.

Nov 9, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Solo portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location

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Portrait Photography

Ashley M.

Feb 27, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Acting / modeling headshot • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Office • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Rich Taylor Photography's reply

Portrait Photography

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FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing depends on the session details. Please call with any questions you may have.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I am strong with communication. Once we agree on a budget, place and time I stay in touch with the client before the session. This includes recommendation of attire and discussion of weather (if it is an outdoor session). I call the day before to confirm and discuss any last minute details. During the session, I am able to make the person comfortable pretty fast as I create a fun atmosphere and encourage playfulness. I believe my portfolio shows that.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I took private lessons from an established professional photographer. She said I learned in 3 months what normally takes an average person 2 years. I believe having over 30 years of graphic design and printing experience, I already had the fundamentals established.