Photographs of love, joy, and moments of life that feel cinematic

 

 

"We take photos not to remember what we looked like, but to remember who we were, who we loved, and the exact way the world felt at the moment the shutter closed."

Meet the Photographer

Hi, my name is Scotty...

I’m Scotty, and I believe the most powerful photographs are the ones you didn't know were being taken. My mission is to preserve the raw, unscripted moments that define our lives—the laughter, the quiet glances, and the true emotions. By combining a documentary-style approach with a signature 'moody-warm' aesthetic, I create images that are both true to color and rich in atmosphere. I don't just want to show you what your day looked like; I want to show you how it felt.

Kind Words

Shooting with Scotty was such a sweet and meaningful experience. He creates the kind of space where you instantly feel safe, relaxed, and completely yourself. Everything felt so natural and easy, we never once felt posed or rushed, just genuinely present in the moment. Scotty’s thoughtfulness and flexibility made the entire experience feel effortless, and the care he pours into his work truly shines through in every image. He is truly one of a kind and among the very best. We LOVE Scotty

Hannah + Nate

Kind Words

My fiancé and I had the opportunity of doing our engagement pictures with Scotty, and we could not be happier with the experience. We easily found the location Scotty provided which was the most beautiful place we have seen. Scotty made us feel so comfortable, he had every pose, every instruction on what to do. It was by far the most natural smooth experience. My fiancé is a timid person and leaving he said “we need him for our wedding that was awesome”. Scotty feels like a friend he is warm and kind and professional. We also last minute asked to run into the ocean spontaneously and boy did Scotty do amazing. Once we got back our pictures (so quickly too!) I wanted to cry, my exact vision had come to life. I would highly recommend Scotty for any event, he is my most trusted favorite photographer after a half hour with him. We love Scotty Hatch Photography and will be returning clients for years to come!

Mary +

Tristian

 

Great photography is about depth of feeling, not depth of field.

 

-Peter adams

 

Get in touch

 

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