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?Eager Eye Photography of Maine specializes in out-of-the-ordinary wedding photography, serving non-traditional, non-stuffy clients in the United States and abroad. Founder and owner Rogier van Bakel, a former writer and editor for national U.S. magazines and newspapers, has a journalism degree from Europe — an indication of his lifelong commitment to telling stories. First and foremost, Eager Eye Photography provides top-notch wedding photojournalism (candid photography), while also excelling in coached bride-and-groom portraiture and group portraits (a.k.a. "formals").

The 10-year-old company is based in Bar Harbor, Maine ( Mount Desert Island), but also serves Northeast Harbor, Southwest Harbor, all of Acadia National Park, Tremont, Ellsworth, Dedham, Bangor, Blue Hill, Penobscot, Lincolnville, Camden, Rockland, Rockport, Waterville, Augusta, Cape Elizabeth, Hancock, Orono, Bucksport, Belfast, Lamoine, Castine, Damariscotta, Owls Head, Boothbay, Boothbay Harbor, Freeport, Portland, South Portland, Wiscasset, Topsham, Brunswick, Newport, Old Orchard Beach, Saco, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Biddeford, Falmouth, Gorham, Sunday River, Presque Isle, Phippsburg, Waldoboro, Thomaston, Searsport, Monroe, Orland, Orrington, Hampden, Veazie, Old Town, Machias, Machiasport, Eastport, Gouldsboro, Jonesport, Milbridge, Steuben, Sorrento, Surry, Brooklin, and other Maine and New England locations.


Eager Eye Photography's mission is as follows:

  • To make clients moist-eyed and weak-kneed when viewing their wedding photos now and fifty years from now;
  • To help the much-maligned genre of wedding photography shed its cheesy, mortally uncool image;
  • To deliver photojournalistic excellence in story-telling;
  • To push the creative envelope;
  • and to have and share a boatload of fun in the process.

Eager Eye's wedding clients often leave spontaneous reviews detailing their experiences with Rogier; click on the star rating at the top of this page to read them.

Five out of the past six years, Eager Eye Photography has received the WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award (formerly Brides' Choice Awards), an accolade given only to the top five percent of wedding professionals nationwide who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and overall professionalism.

Please call 207.613.7600 for availability or a free consultation.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Digital Files
Negatives

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Hand-Coloring
High-Res Images
Toning
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Negatives

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date

Reviews of Eager Eye Photography

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Rogier from Eager Eye Photography is highly praised for going above and beyond to capture special moments, whether it's a proposal or a wedding. Reviewers appreciate his professionalism, responsiveness, and exceptional photography skills. Rogier is commended for his discretion, ability to make couples feel comfortable, and quick turnaround time for delivering high-quality photos. His expertise in scouting picturesque locations like Sands Beach and Cadillac Mountain in Maine adds to the overall outstanding experience. Customers highly recommend Eager Eye Photography for capturing memorable occasions.

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Rogier from Eager Eye Photography is highly praised for going above and beyond to capture special moments, whether it's a proposal or a wedding. Reviewers appreciate his professionalism, responsiveness, and exceptional photography skills. Rogier is commended for his discretion, ability to make couples feel comfortable, and quick turnaround time for delivering high-quality photos. His expertise in scouting picturesque locations like Sands Beach and Cadillac Mountain in Maine adds to the overall outstanding experience. Customers highly recommend Eager Eye Photography for capturing memorable occasions.

Abigail
Abigail Sent on 06/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Eager Eye Photography

Rogier is extremely professional about his work.
He knew my expectations, and went beyond expectation. I did not have a wedding planner, I was the wedding planner, Rogier was very flexible with working with my inexperience planning my own wedding. Highly recommended, and would hire again!
Married May 31, 2025.
The rain made me nervous, but Rogier gave me hope!
Walter
Walter Sent on 10/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Such a wonderful experience!

I made the life altering decision to propose to my girlfriend of 6 years atop Cadillac Mountain in Maine last week.

I'm from Florida so finding a reliable photographer in the area for the big day was a real concern at first. I reached out to several with little to no response before coming across Eager Eye Photography.

Within 10 minutes of reaching out via instagram, I not only received a text message but also a nine page FAQ packet sent via email!

Rogier from Eager Eye Photography went over and beyond to answer any and all questions I had related to our special moment, making suggestions along the way.

I found out that Eager Eye specializes in surprise engagements, even though I elected to propose in advance the morning of the shoot followed by the photo shoot - (my lady made it CLEAR several years ago that if I were to propose that she was to be properly dressed, makeup'd up, etc, if there were photos taken and I tend to listen because I enjoy breathing...).

Rogier recommended Sands Beach for the shoot, and it didn't disappoint!

The location was beautiful and gave the impression of several different locations along the shoot.

Rogier felt like an old friend, going out of his way to make us feel comfortable in every way possible.

We all found ourselves genuinely laughing the entire time!

My now fiance : ) is actually a photographer herself and was very impressed with the flow of the shoot and style of photography.

Oh - She asked if there was any way to receive just one photo that night to send to family members and Rogier said there was usually a two week turnaround time and that he would see what he could do.

WE RECEIVED ALL OF OUR PHOTOS THE VERY SAME NIGHT!!!!

Such an amazing experience.

So much so, we're planning on flying back to Maine every other year and redoing the shoot with him!

Didn't plan on this review being this long, but there is just so much to say about the wonderful experience.

Overall, I'd recommend Eager Eye Photography to any and everyone looking to make that special moment even special'er (is that a word??? Don't care, it works!)

Thank you again for an amazing experience.

Walter & Katie (Katie & Walter - she should ALWAYS come first!)
Kyle
Kyle Sent on 10/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great Experience

Had a shoot with Rogier in October for a proposal in Acadia. Rogier was upfront, made suggestions as to location and timing (he was right), and everything went smoothly without a hitch. Turnaround time was fantastic as well!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Bar Harbor Inn Bar Harbor Inn Hotel Weddings

Eager Eye Photography is wonderful to work with! They are professional, detailed, and have provided our couple's with wonderful experiences and beautiful photography. We highly recommend them for your wedding photographer.

Wavelength Wavelength Wedding Bands

Professional and personable, Eager Eye Photography captures the most amazing wedding images.

The Asticou Hotel The Asticou Hotel Hotel Weddings

The best in the business!

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