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I’M MIKE
Fine Art PHOTOGRAPHER
in NORTHERN CALIFORNIA & beyond
Planning your wedding should feel exciting, but most couples I meet tell me it feels overwhelming instead. You’re juggling a million details, worried about running behind schedule, and wondering if you’ll actually get to enjoy the day you’ve been dreaming of. You’ve probably heard stories from friends about timelines falling apart, missed moments, and feeling rushed instead of relaxed. Deep down, you want a wedding that feels effortless—where you can be fully present, laugh with your friends and family, and soak in every memory without stressing about logistics.
That’s where I come in. As a wedding photographer who has guided countless couples through their day, I don’t just take photos—I help make the entire experience smoother. With thoughtful planning, clear direction, and years of experience, I make sure you feel comfortable, confident, and truly able to enjoy your day. The result? A wedding that flows beautifully and photographs that capture the love and joy you always hoped for.
the votes are in!
“Mike was our favorite wedding vendor!!”
Mike was our favorite wedding vendor!! He shot our engagement session and wedding photos, and we could not be happier. The experience was fantastic, and the pictures came out beautiful.
Mike is very patient, which is helpful if you’re a little nervous or don’t pose for pictures very often, and he takes the time to line up great shots. He is professional, friendly, and positive. You spend a good chunk of time with your photographer on your big day, so it’s important to choose one that is a joy to be around, like Mike. Our friends and family said great things about him, too.
– ELIZABETEH G
“Mike is a very talented photographer!”
We couldn’t have asked for a better person to shoot our wedding! Mike is a very talented photographer and went above and beyond in meeting our requests. He’s professional, easy to work with, and has great suggestions. We’ll definitely be recommending him to our friends and family!
– ALEX H
“Mike is really talented and such a gem!”
Mike took family photos of us and I couldn’t be more thrilled with how they turned out! Other than “I want nice family photos” he had no other direction from me and worked his magic. He found us an amazing spot in a location I had never heard of. One of my daughters is pretty shy but he was able to make her feel comfortable and got amazing shots. The kids never complained once and are proud to show off their photos. Mike is really talented, such a gem. I actually noticed other photographers and their clients stop what they were doing to watch Mike during our session! The whole experience was wonderful and we will definitely book with him again!
– JANE L
He also showed tremendous patience with our dogs.
We are so glad we choose Mike to take our family photos this year. Aside from being a highly skilled photographer, Mike is most professional throughout the photoshoot and in all communication before and afterwards. He also showed tremendous patience with our dogs. This included adjusting his schedule on short notice to accommodate the needs of our elderly dog. In short, we would not hesitate to go with Mike again.
– STEVEN H
Mike has photographed our family for years!
Mike has photographed our family photos for the last few years. Managing a photo session with two children and an excited dog plus the outdoor distractions could be very challenging, but he handles it all with ease! He works magic and takes great photos. The photos turn out so beautiful! Mike has great communication skills and so easy to work with. I would highly recommend Mike Bean!
– KATHY C
We are not normally photogenic but he made us look like models!
I’ve known Mike Bean for a while and when it came to my wedding I knew I wanted him to be photographer. Like many others this year, we had to downsize and adjust our plans and were sooo lucky because Mike was still able to make it! Now that we’ve received the finished product we are blown away by how wonderful the photos are. We are not normally photogenic but he made us look like models. Mike is calm, efficient and professional and also a good communicator with a sense of humor. We could not have asked for better!!!
– ANNA G
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