Couple kissing on the rocks above the Pacific at sunset
Couple embracing in a high meadow with mountains behind
Couple kissing beside a eucalyptus tree in golden light
Groom kissing his bride's forehead at dusk under bare trees

Orange County wedding photographer · Weddings worldwide

Orange County wedding photographer. Started on the Orange County coast. Now wherever you say I do.

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OC Wedding Photos

Wedding photographs that feel like the day felt. Ten years in, we started in Orange County, California, and now we travel for weddings across the country and around the world: Pacific bluffs, mountain ranches, snowy courtyards and everywhere in between.

Meet Dakota

Groom in a cowboy hat kissing his bride in a lace gown in a mountain meadow
Couple kissing beside a eucalyptus tree in golden light
Bride's blue eyes looking over her blush bouquet
Bride and groom nose to nose among coastal gardens
Bride kissing her laughing groom on the cheek in a coastal garden

The approach

Relaxed, unposed, and present

Most of the day I stay out of the way and photograph what actually happens: the laugh before the vows, the hand on a shoulder, the grandparents on the dance floor.

When it is time for portraits I give you a few easy prompts and find the light, whether that is a cliff at sunset in Laguna, a mountain meadow or a snowy courtyard.

The photography experience
Guests posing with a gold frame prop in the open-air photo booth

Photo booth rental

A photo studio for your party

Studio lights, a 10 by 10 foot backdrop and a real photographer. Up to eight people in a shot, unlimited prints, and a gallery of every photo within 48 hours.

From $350

Photo booth packages
Couple embracing in a high meadow with mountains behind

Orange County and worldwide

Tell us where you are saying I do

Check your date

How it works

From hello to your gallery

  1. Check your date

    Send your date and venue. It takes about a minute.

  2. Video call

    Pick a time right away for a relaxed 30-minute call, usually within a day or two.

  3. Meet in person

    Optional. We hold consult days and venue walkthroughs in Orange County every other week.

  4. Your gallery

    A timeline built around your sunset, then your finished photos in an easy-to-share gallery.

On Instagram

@ocweddingphotos

Couple kissing under a snowy floral arch, bride in a white cloakCouple on a wooden footbridge under a willow treeBride and groom nose to nose among coastal gardensEngagement ring and opal wedding band on weathered woodBride and groom forehead to forehead against a pink sunset skyBride and groom leaning on a vintage pickup truck

Good to know

Questions

Where do you photograph weddings?

All over Orange County, from Seal Beach and Huntington Beach down to Laguna Beach, Dana Point and San Clemente, plus inland venues in Irvine, Orange and San Juan Capistrano. We started in Orange County and now travel for weddings across the country and around the world.

When is golden hour for a beach wedding in Orange County?

Golden hour is roughly the last hour before sunset. On the OC coast that is about 7:05 to 8:05 PM in mid-June and about 3:45 to 4:45 PM in mid-December. I plan your timeline so portraits land in that window.

What if the coast is foggy on our day?

The marine layer is common in May and June and usually burns off by afternoon. Overcast light is soft and flattering, so it is rarely a problem, and I always plan a backup spot.

Do you offer a photo booth?

Yes. Our open-air studio booth is included in the Signature package (2 hours) and the Full Day package (4 hours), and it can be booked on its own from $350.

Is an engagement session included?

Yes. Every wedding package includes an engagement session. It is a relaxed way to get comfortable in front of the camera before the wedding.

How much does wedding photography cost?

Every package includes a second photographer and an engagement session. Essential is $2,800 for 6 hours, Signature is $3,900 for 8 hours plus 2 hours of photo booth, and Full Day is $4,900 for 10 hours plus rehearsal day coverage and 4 hours of photo booth. Elopements are $700 for 3 hours, or $1,000 with an engagement session, and photo booth packages start at $350.

How far ahead should we book?

Spring and fall Saturdays fill first in Orange County, so many couples book nine to twelve months out. Weekday dates and smaller weddings often have more room. Ask about any date.