socal Engagement Photographer
Artistic photography for adventurous folk
From The deserts to the Coastline Southern California is an Incredible place for engagement sessions
You’ve taken that next big step in your love story and said “yes!” now it’s time to announce it to the world! In this fast-paced world, where time seems to slip through our fingers, taking a moment to capture this special chapter of your life is more important than ever. An engagement session provides a unique opportunity to create beautiful, everlasting memories before you say "I do." These pictures will serve as a testament to your love and the foundation of your journey together. It's not just about taking pretty pictures; it's about capturing the essence of your relationship, showcasing the connection between two souls, and preserving these moments for future generations to cherish.
And the beauty of an Engagement session is not only capturing memories, but building confidence in front of the lens for your wedding day, and getting to know your wedding photographer. For most people, being in front of a camera can be a bit daunting. An engagement session helps you to get past those initial jitters, allowing you to become more comfortable with being photographed. Imagine feeling natural and at ease on your wedding day, knowing exactly how to pose and show your best self, thanks to the experience gained during your engagement session. By defying your camera shyness early on, you'll feel a surge of confidence, resulting in even more stunning and genuine wedding photos. and all the while building a Relationship with Your wedding photographer. They will play a vital role in capturing the magical moments of your special day and that task is made easier when you’ve built a relationship with them. You want your photographer to understand your unique style and personalities so they can capture your most meaningful moments with precision and artistry.
This is your story
Your engagement session can be tailored to represent your unique love story. Whether you choose to have it take place at a meaningful location, incorporate personal props, or showcase your shared hobbies, an engagement session allows you to add a personal touch to your wedding album. These photos will reflect your individuality as a couple and commemorate the passage from being engaged to becoming married. From the San Gabriel mountains to the stunning coastline of La Jolla, Southern California is a wonderland of incredible landscapes perfect for adventurous engagement sessions. Why settle for the local park when you can chose some place like Joshua Tree National Park or El Matador State Beach for your engagement photos instead.
What Sets me apart from other California Engagement photographers
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I'm Norm Roberts the Fifth, Wedding photographer, backpacker, cyclist and nature lover. Born and raised in sunny Southern California I’ve been perfecting the medium of light for well over a decade now. From the majestic Mt Baldy to the shores of Malibu I’ve seen it, camped it, hiked it, and probably shot an engagement there. All while having a blast and loving every minute of it.
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With countless camping, hiking and backing trips across SoCal, I can safely say I can guide you to something a bit more exciting and scenic than the local park for your engagement photos. Whatever landscape you dream of we can find it here in SoCal. From snowy mountains, quiet forests, sea cliffs, and even lava flows all our out there just waiting to be the backdrop of this next chapter of your love story.
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You know the photo cliché just act natural? Well there’s a fair bit of truth to that. Acting natural does usually make for the best photographs. But with a camera in your face that’s easier said than done. But that’s my mission. To make your engagement session fun and stress free. Not only to get you great pictures but to make it an experience you’ll always remember. Nearly every couple you see on my website told me they were awkward in front of the camera. So if you feel the same way you’re in good hands.
Southern California Engagement Packages
An incredible adventure awaits
Engagement adventures are a fun filled experience unique to each and every couple. That means that you want a photography package that is flexible enough to fit your vision. You also want a photographer who can provide the help and guidance you need to not only pick the best spot but also deal with any permits or logistics that may be necessary. You want the planning experience needs to be as stress free, and dare I say, fun, as possible. For all that and more I’ve got you covered.
Planning guides, resources and years of experience
To start, my planning portal keeps all our messages, photo uploads, proposals, and information in one place. With 14 years experience and hundreds of weddings, elopements and engagements under my belt if you have a question I probably have the answer. If not, I’m always excited to research something new! Phone and video consultations are always available and if you’re in the Long Beach area we can meetup in person. I want you to leave the stress behind!
Unforgettable Photographs
All the awesome couples you see on my website are real weddings and engagements. No stylized model shoots here. I take pride in my ability to make your engagement session not only un-awkward, but capture all the love, laughter and smiles that make up your love story. Afterwards, I painstakingly go through each photo we made, removing duplicates, and then each photo gets fully and carefully edited till it is worthy of an art gallery.
No additional fees, travel costs, ever
The engagement package prices listed below are total costs. There are no additional travel expenses, editing costs, touch up fees or anything else.
Ultimate Flexibility
Have to change the location? Date? Both? No problem. As long as the change doesn’t conflict with another booking of mine we adjust as needed. As stated above, there are never additional fees.
Private Gallery + keepsake USB drive + Print release
There are no limits to the number of photos I deliver, and each and every photo created is carefully edited to perfection then uploaded to your private online engagement gallery. And that’s not for a limited time only, but it is forever. With unlimited downloads you never have to worry about losing your photos. Through your web gallery you will be able to order a wide range of prints from my favorite professional print lab. Already have a favorite printer? No problem! You can always print at your preferred photo lab to your heart's content as personal printing rights to all images is included. And then finally all your photographs are delivered via USB drive.
Micro Session
$500
30 minute session
These short but sweet sessions are a great way for us to not only create some awesome photos but get to know one another. The clock begins when we start taking photos so if you want to hike out to the mountain peek for a killer view then have our photo op as the sun sets I’ll start lacing up my boots.
Adventure Session
$800
One Hour Session
This is the most popular engagement session option couples go for. It gives us a good amount of time to create a phenomenal series of photos without feeling rushed. Also gives us time for any activities you might want to do during your session. So bring the tandem bike, your instruments, set up a little picnic for just the two of you. Your engagement should reflect your lives together. Best used around sunset for some killer golden hour light.
Explorer session
$1200
Two Hour Session
There’s a lot to see and do in Southern California so why not take advantage of it all? This two hour engagement session is perfect for multiple locations, lots of activities, and epic adventures. So lets hit the trails, then the beach and create something incredible.
Loved working with me for your engagement photos?
Book me for your wedding and save!
After your engagement session, book your wedding, elopement or micro wedding with me and save $500 off your wedding package. It’s a great way to see how creating with me is and I love getting to know you before your wedding as it makes photographing you two on the big day so much better!
California Engagement session Guides
Where to begin your SoCal Engagement planning?
The biggest struggle in planning an engagement session in southern California is deciding where to do it. Do you love the mountains? Maybe the beach? Or go a little different route and stand among the sand dunes in the setting sun? There’s no shortage off options and all nearby. Once that’s decided next is when should you do your session? As a general rule an hour before sunset or after sunrise tend to be the optimum time. But it can vary depending on location and time of year. To help with all this I’ve listed some of my favorite locations below!
A few of my favorite California Engagement destinations
MT San Jacinto
Want mountain top views but don’t want to spend the day hiking to the top? This is the one! Take the tram up from Palm Springs and in minutes go from the desert floor to the cool pine forests above.
Sequoia
Home to some of the largest trees anywhere in the world. Walk below these towering giants and celebrate your engagement. Plenty of incredible mountain views to see here as well!
Joshua tRee
Rolling landscapes of boulders and unique trees make up this incredible desert landscape. Some of the best sunrise and sunsets around as well as killer views of the stars for night photos!
Angeles Forest
Conveniently located near Los Angeles, this national forest has everything from wooded canyons with quiet streams and forest paths to mountain trails with stunning peaks.
Catalina Island
Want to feel like you’ve escaped to the Mediterranean? A quick ferry ride and you’ll be transported a world away. Walk the beaches, tour the gardens, and hike the trails at this gem of a location.
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