my name is Finn
I am a wedding + lifestyle photographer based on California’s beautiful central coast. My love for photography came from my desire to capture, preserve, and share my favorite people, places, and experiences…
PHOTOGRAPHY
Growing up in sunny San Diego, I thought I’d be the next great surf or adventure photographer… My camera has led me to so many beautiful corners of the earth and allowed me to meet so many amazing humans.
I followed my passions and studied Photo & Video at Cal Poly SLO… after shooting everything under the sun, I found out I love capturing love!
MY APPROACH
No matter what I am shooting, my philosophy has always been the same: to capture life as it unfolds organically, and find the beauty in each moment. I have a keen eye for natural light and create artistic compositions that show in all of my work.
I believe that on your wedding day, I am not merely capturing images but your story - of love, connection, and celebration. Weddings are not just events but the culmination of unique stories, and I would be honored to be your storyteller.
MY FAVS:
Favorite Place: Baja
Favorite Trip: Pacific Crest Trail (2023)
Favorite Hobby: Trail Running… but also surfing and snowboarding!!!
Favorite Music: Folk!
Favorite Camera: Whatever I got on me
MY STORY:
I picked up a camera wanting to shoot my friends and I surfing. After years of experimenting, I finally went on to study photo/video in college.
In community college, I got super into developing and printing film! At Cal Poly, I rounded out my education with lots technical skills with lots of fancy equipment.
I’ve been on the central coast ever since, and am currently living in a tiny home in Arroyo Grande
FAQ
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Head over to the “inquire” tab and send me a message
OR email me :) @finntkirkpatrick@gmail.com
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booking for 2025!
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I am currently based out of the central coast of California.
I am ready to travel!
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100% Yes. I have been lucky enough to visit so many beautiful places, and I’d love to see more.
*there are travel fees
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Yes, I require a deposit for all shoots. 50% up front and the other 50% on the day of the shoot!
I accept cash, venmo, and check :)
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For engagement shoots, family sessions, or graduation photos there is a turn around time of 3-4 weeks
For Weddings, there is a 6-8 week time period
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Yes, I shoot film!
I offer a hybrid deal and will shoot film + digital on wedding day
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I will deliver the edited images to an online gallery, where you will have access to share and download them
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I shoot with a Canon R6. I have a wide array of lenses, ready to capture anything and everything!
I have too many camera’s to count (its kinda an addiction), film, digital, point and shoots. So whatever you need, I got you.