Photography / Cinematography DMV · Available

Light,
held in full depth.

Portraiture, beauty, editorial and motion—composed quietly, captured deep and finished with a colourist’s eye.

4096Tones / channel
12-BitColour-led finish
DMVD.C. · MD · VA
Crimson — studio portrait photography by 12 Bit Studios
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Colour has depth
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STUDIO

I photograph the things that deserve to be remembered.

12 Bit Studios is a photography and cinematography practice built around colour, light and depth. I work across portraiture, beauty, editorial and fine art with the same eye — composing quietly, grading with intent, and delivering work that still feels considered years later.

EditorialPortraitureBeautyMonochromeAthleticsGraduationLifestyleColour Grading
Trusted byHoward University
Trusted byMEAC
Featured onPhoto Vogue
Selected Work / 02

A selection across stills & motion

Full portfolio →
Camel Coat — on-location editorial & lifestyle photography in Washington, D.C. by 12 Bit Studios
Lavender Love I — intimate fine-art couple portrait, selected for Photo Vogue Top 500 by 12 Bit Studios
Yardfest — live concert & music photography in the DMV by 12 Bit Studios
The Sound — travel, architecture & landscape photography by 12 Bit Studios
Arms Wide — graduation & senior portrait photography by 12 Bit Studios
Capabilities / 03

One vision, carried from frame to finish

CAPTURE
GRADE
DELIVER

Photography

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Portrait, editorial and event photography directed end-to-end — from mood and direction through to a finished, hand-graded gallery.

  • Portraiture & Beauty
  • Editorial & Lifestyle
  • Graduation & Athletics
  • Events

Cinematography

02

Narrative and commercial films shot on cinema cameras and glass, with a full crew where the story calls for it and a colourist's finish.

  • Brand & Commercial Films
  • Documentary
  • Fashion Films
  • Event Cinematography

Art Direction

03

Concept, casting, location and set — a single creative vision carried across every frame, stills and motion alike.

  • Creative Direction
  • Concept & Mood
  • Location & Casting
  • Styling Partners

Post & Finishing

04

Considered editing, colour grading and retouching that protects the mood of the shoot and delivers in every format you need.

  • Colour Grading
  • Fine Retouching
  • Edit & Sound
  • Multi-format Delivery
Kind words / 04

What clients say

Recent notes from graduations, portraits and directed sessions across the DMV.

Client note Verified
I had a great experience with Tobi for my graduation photos. He helped guide me with posing when I wasn't sure what to do, while still giving me the freedom to capture photos that felt natural to me. I got my pictures back quickly, and the final gallery exceeded my expectations. I loved having the option of multiple locations — these are by far my favourite professional photos I've ever had taken. He was also understanding and patient with any additional edits I had afterward. I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking for a local photographer.
Adriene W.Graduation
Client note Verified
My graduation pictures with Tobi came out exactly how I imagined, and I felt extremely comfortable the entire photoshoot.
Asia N.Graduation
Client note Verified
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience for my grad shoot! To many it's just pictures, but for me it represented years of hard work and dedication — and Tobi captured it perfectly. Very accommodating and helpful throughout the process. 10/10 recommend!
KiyonaGraduation
Client note Verified
Tobi was super helpful and caring before, during and after our session. He made sure I got the best out of my time and experience. I will definitely be booking again!
Stacy M.Portrait session
Client note Verified
Shooting with Tobi was a very easy experience. He did a great job helping bring the photos I wanted to life and produced great photos.
ChasePortrait session
Client note Verified
Tobi was so amazing, especially for someone who's not used to posing. He's very helpful and knowledgeable about how to make the most of my time — and really bring my theme to life.
Mary O.Portrait session

Twelve Bit / 05

Where colour has depth and a moment has weight.