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  • "We loved working with Rich! He was incredibly patient and thoughtful with everyone we serve, taking the time to make people feel comfortable and truly seen. His beautiful photography completely elevated our website and continues to be an incredible asset across our outreach and communications. He helped us capture the heart of our organization while giving our brand a polished, professional look. Rich is incredibly talented and wonderful to work with. We highly recommend him."

    - Florence Carroll

    (Arcata House Partnership)

  • "Rich was extremely professional and has a great eye for detail. We enjoyed working with him and is one of our preferred photographers for Fountain Ranch 1911."

    - Dena McCullough

    (Fountain Ranch 1911)

  • "Absolutely fantastic! Rich and Allison did all the photos for the students at Lost Coast San Soo, they were extremely professional and the photos of students young and old were phenomenal. We had Rich and Allison back to help us document the first black belt promotions at Lost Coast San Soo, and couldn't be happier. Be it a sports team, a wedding, or event, Rich and Allison will absolutely capture everything you want remembered."

    - Geoff Haynes

    (Lost Coast San Soo)

  • "I've had Rich out at lease 3 times now and every time has been better than the last. Website pictures, formal posed portraits and even action shots; he does it all. I won't use anyone else."

    - Tim Macias

    (Lost Coast San Soo)

  • "Rich was super organized, prepared, and fun to work with." (:

    - Adriana Rodriguez

    (Great Redwood Trail Agency)

  • "Had Rich and crew shoot my mom's wedding in Benbow. He charged a very fair rate, took amazing photographs, and was very easy to deal with and was very flexible on providing all the photos in a fast and convenient manner. Would recommend for anyone needing awesome photos in the Humboldt area!!!"

    - Josh Jensen

    (Wedding Client)

  • "My husband and I decided to elope and Rich not only worked with our last minute timing, but he also helped us scout out areas and times that would be best for our elopement photos! Not only did the photos come out fantastic, but we didn't have to wait more than a few days to see them all! Highly recommend Formica Photo for anytime you need a talented photographer!"

    - Crystal Spinas

    (Elopement Client)

  • "We had a great experience with Formica Photo! Rich was very professional and we were impressed with how the pictures came out!"

    - Austin Morgan

    (Great Redwood Trail Agency)

  • "Formica Photo photographed our grand opening for our network operations center. Rich was professional, personable and great to work with. He captured the essence of our event and took pictures that will have long lasting memories of our achievement. Would defintely use his services for future events!"

    - Linnea Jackson

    (Hoopa Valley PUD)

  • "Rich was professional, punctual, and honest. He did an excellent job conveying the message, while exceeding expectations by adding his own artistic touch. I would absolutely use Rich again and recommend him to anyone that needs high quality photos or video done, without worry of someone who will cut corners to deliver the final product."

    - Ryan Petersen

    (Killer Hustle Inc.)

  • "Rich was extremely professional, kind, and accommodating. Our agency had a great experience and are so pleased with the new staff headshots."

    - Leah Mancabelli

    (Great Redwood Trail Agency)

  • "Great work. Highly recommend for any event you need a photographer for."

    - Vinny Lombardi

    (Samoa Drag Strip)

  • "Rich is one cool dude!!! He is super professional, has an amazing eye for detail, and he made us feel super comfortable during our shoots!!! All of our pictures turned out BEYOND AMAZING!!! We are repeat customers And tell all of our family and friends to contact him if they are looking for an amazing photographer for weddings, special events, senior pics, advertisement pics for businesses, engagement pics and so on!!! Thank you Rich for all the amazing pictures you have taken of us throughout the years!!"

    - Jen Jacks

    (Portrait Client)

  • "I am publicity director for one of the units of Paranormal Cirque. I worked with Rich several times, and he was always friendly, professional and took amazing live and staged photos of our production and cast. I highly recommend his talent and services!"

    - Steve Copeland

    (Paranormal Cirque II)

  • "Best photographer I know. Always a great experience."

    - Aaron Garner

    (Portrait Client)

  • "It was several years ago when he came and photographed me in my workshop making metal sculpture. Super professional and a very fun experience to see how he captured some incredible shots of me working. The photos turned out amazing! Thank you again for the great photos and the fun experience Rich!!"

    - Dan McCauley

    (Dan’s Custom Metals)