Dana Grant Photography promises creative lifestyle and wedding photography in the Santa Ana area. Owner and photographer Dana Grant works alongside her fiance, Evan, and has been a photographer for over 11 years. Her previous clients have described her as professional, communicative, talented, and unique, and her work has been featured in Real Simple, Target, Rock n Roll Bride, Bridal Guide, and more.
Specializing in videography and photography for Santa Ana weddings, proposals, and engagements, Dove Weddings has offered their expertise to local couples for 15 years. The owner and operator has a background in commercial films and uses top of the line equipment. The Dove Wedding team is a group of experienced photographers, cinematographers, and editors. They are a WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award winner, and past clients describe them as compassionate, enthusiastic, and talented.
Eli Murray Photography is a husband-and-wife team available for local California weddings, destination weddings, and engagement photo sessions. They work closely with many local wedding vendors, including venues, hair and makeup, planners, and florists. Their past clients praise the couple for their energy, enthusiasm, and skill.
Gilmore Studios began in 2003 as a husband and wife photography team. Having expanded in 2012, the Santa Ana studio specializes in wedding photography, offering a complimentary engagement session, two photographers, digital and print images, and a photo reveal party at the studio. They have won the WeddingWire Bride’s Choice and Couple’s Choice Awards two years in a row. In addition to wedding ceremonies and engagements, Gilmore is available for infant portraits, family portraits, commercial photography, and event photography throughout Southern California. The couple is involved in several area charities, including March of Dimes.
Orange County photographer Jonatan Saine specializes in portraits and weddings, including destination sessions for ceremonies and engagements. He offers boutique photography services and a range of custom packages that include hours of coverage, premium albums, slideshows, archival photos, and more. Jonatan is a lighting expert and promises clients a mix of candid photography, traditional poses, and artwork. Past clients describe him as fun and professional. He is also available for maternity sessions, professional headshots, and family portraits.
Luis Godinez Photography is a provider of wedding coverage and portraiture in Santa Ana that welcomes bookings in other parts of the United States and the globe. The owner, Mr. Luis Godinez, has been part of the industry for many years, and he combines talent, skill, and the passion for adventure to deliver awesome visual stories. Luis is a retired video gamer who now focuses his energy on making his subjects smile, and he uses some of the latest tools to capture blissful moments and turn these into family treasures. Luis treats each occasion with respect and professionalism, and he offers a variety of packages and à la carte options to fit the couple’s needs and budget. Luis Godinez Photography also shoots engagements and elopements.
Peter Nguyen Studio is a wedding photography studio that serves clients in and around Santa Ana. Owner and wedding photographer Peter Nguyen works with clients in every step of the wedding photography process, from planning to staging, shooting, and delivering timeless and one-of-a-kind images. The studio also offers other services, including wedding videography, aerial photography, and engagement photoshoots. Peter Nguyen Studio has been featured on Grace Ormonde Wedding Style Magazine, MaharaniWeddings.com, South Asian Bride, and The Knot.
Privilege Photography, based in Westminster, California, is a professional photography service company. Started in 1999, they are one of the most established photo studios in California. Their primary goal is to provide only the best quality photos for their customers. In every photo shoot, they allow their creativity to come into play to bring out the natural beauty and expression of the subject. From candid to formal shots, they strive to ensure that their clients are happy and satisfied with their work. Each photo tells a beautiful story worth cherishing. Customers looking for a professional wedding photographer can contact them via Facebook.
Shelby Danielle is an Orange County lifestyle and wedding photographer. She specializes in weddings, newborns, family and child portraits, boudoir, engagements, and maternity photo sessions. Shelby works throughout Southern California but is also available for destination weddings. Her wedding packages are affordable, and former clients describe her as passionate and patient. Shelby has worked as a professional photographer since 2011.
Focusing on candid emotions, the husband and wife photography team of Smetona Photo has participated in over 100 weddings. They have been in business for five years, using photojournalistic and fine art styles to capture wedding, portrait, boudoir, and engagement photos in Southern California. They offer a range of wedding packages that include reprinting rights, up to 10 hours of coverage, online images, custom albums, and more. They offer military discounts and are available to travel for destination weddings.
This Modern Romance is led by an experienced fashion and wedding photographer in Southern California. Her work has been featured on the covers of Pacific Weddings, California Wedding Day, and Destination Weddings. Her past clients describe her as an elite photographer with incredible artistic vision and a positive attitude, and she has been ranked as one of the top destination wedding photographers by Destination Weddings and Honeymoons. This Modern Romance is available for engagements, day after sessions, destination weddings, as well as fashion shoots and portraits. The studio can make recommendations for local wedding vendors, including hair and makeup, DJ’s, venues, videographers, letterpress, and more.
Specializing in local Newport Beach weddings and destination weddings in Hawaii, London, and New York, Todd Avery is a professional, experienced Orange County photographer. Available seven days a week, Todd is client focused and dedicated to capturing his client’s vision, offering customizable wedding packages. He is also available for engagements, family portraits, and senior portraits, using top of the line photography and lighting equipment. Past clients have described their photo shoots with Todd as relaxing, fun, and memorable.
Wedding photographers take pictures of the wedding ceremony, the bridesmaids and groomsmen, and the families of the bride and groom. They also often photograph the major events of the reception and the guests to help preserve memories of the entire affair.
A good wedding photographer can faithfully recreate special memories, taking care to capture the most important moments of the wedding and reception. They're able to fulfill the requests of the couple getting married and help them choose the best images from the event.
Couples can find their wedding photographer by asking friends and family for recommendations or checking out local listings. It's important to review portfolios, pricing, and availability. When you've picked a few that pique your interest, speak to them in person to make sure they're a good fit.
Before you make a final decision about your wedding photographer, you'll want to ask several important questions, such as:
The cost of a wedding photographer depends on various factors, including their experience, photo packages, and the length of time you need them. According to Brides.com, a wedding photographer can charge anywhere between $1,000 and $10,000 for their services.
A wedding photographer's fee reflects their experience, training, and ability to fulfill your vision and requests. The time needed to complete the process for a single wedding makes a difference as well. For a standard eight to 10 hour wedding, a photographer may spend as much as double that culling and editing photos.
