The Best Wedding Photographers in Dana Point, CA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Dana Point, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Dana Point, CA

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Taylor Made Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,222
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

At Taylor Made Photography, we don't just capture images—we create unforgettable experiences. Based in the vibrant heart of Las Vegas, our passion is turning your special moments into timeless stories. Whether it's an adventurous elopement in the Valley of Fire, a laid-back wedding at the Little White Chapel, or an intimate engagement session in the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, we’re here to make every moment count.

Where do we begin? From the very first contact made to Heather she was beyond helpful! We had already decided from viewing her socials that we loved her work. And after a transatlantic video call to discuss details and vision we knew she was who we wanted to capture our day! We immediately clicked, and genuinely felt we were being heard from the off. Heather was always on hand with recommendations or to answer questions and queries. She genuinely made our day so special and captured us as a couple perfectly. Our only problem is that we now have so many amazing photos that we cant choose our favourites, which is an ok problem to have. :)
Mhairi M., a month ago
Simply Wandering Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hey, I'm Emily! A natural light photographer based in Portland Oregon who specializes in true-to-color edits and authentic captures. Like many photogs out there, I picked up a camera really young and haven’t put it down since. I never wanted to forget parts of my childhood and young adulthood, so it became second nature for me to document the things I loved with photographs in a very real and candid way. Fast forward to today, I couldn’t feel luckier that this hobby became a career focused on preserving life’s most precious moments for others. Who will be the girl behind the camera hyping you up while capturing some authentic moments?

Awarded Best of Zola
I'm so glad that we hired Emily (Simply Wandering Photo) for our wedding. From the first email, she was super responsive and helpful. Neither of us had ever had professional photos taken so we did an engagement shoot with Em before the wedding, and it was fantastic. We were both worried about being awkward (isn't everybody?) and it feeling forced, but she directed us with such ease and confidence that it felt like a breeze - and the photos are perfect. Same for the wedding. Ours was a relatively small backyard-type wedding, and she did a wonderful job of capturing the day, our emotions, the ceremony, family, and the whole setting overall. She's got fantastic photo skills and maybe even more importantly, awesome people skills! Her communication was clear, consistent, and timely, she had tons of suggestions/tips and helpful info, and she just led us through the whole process as if she'd been doing it her whole life. 10/10, definitely recommend.
Laurel and D., 3 years ago
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Phillipvn Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Phillip Van Nostrand is based in New York City. With a strong background in photographing weddings, commercial, and lifestyle projects, he is an expert in capturing bright, cinematic lifestyle imagery. He travels abroad once a year and has photographed 30+ countries. Phillip has been published in the New York Times, Dwell Magazine, Fortune.com, Brides, Vogue, Fast Company, Huffington Post, Forbes.com, Parade Magazine, and was a Master Class speaker at WPPI in 2016, 2017, and 2019. His client list includes Airbnb, Jose Cuervo, Ok Cupid, Louboutin, The New School, GE, Venmo, The Points Guy, Core Power Yoga, Condé Nast, and more.

I would HIGHLY recommend Phillip!! He captured such intimate and fun moments throughout the weekend! He made my wedding day an absolute dream come true! His eye for details is exactly what every bride needs on her special day! At the end of our wedding we felt like Phillip was truly a part of our family and we absolutely LOVE our beautiful pictures!
Mallory M., 3 years ago
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Kayley Driggers Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hiii! I'm Kayley and I'm so glad you're here. I’m energized by meeting new people, so please say hello! I’m a go with the flow kind of person – which explains my love for spontaneous trips and the excitement of weddings. I love to dance and have a good time (seriously, I WILL be out there on the dance floor with you).

Awarded Best of Zola
I worked alongside Kayley at a bridal shoot in Seattle. Kayley is a complete professional and had excellent communication when she was coordinating the event. I saw that she was able to execute a beautiful vision and work well with all the vendors and people involved in the shoot. I really enjoyed working with her, and her works speaks for itself. She made the day even more fun and I would 100% recommend Kayley to photograph any special moment in your life.
Julie Grossman, 4 years ago
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Sierra Dawn Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hey I’m Sierra! You are here for a REASON. I am a Colorado/California based natural light photographer, specializing in big weddings + intimate elopements. Capturing love while getting to tell your remarkable, unique story is the best most special honor. Believe me it is more than just a job to me it is how I am choosing to spend the BEST years of my life and I want to spend them with you! Let’s have fun, let’s be vulnerable, let’s have the best time of our lives while you run around with your hearts on your sleeves. Why? Because we only get to tell this story once so let’s make it the best one ever written.

Our wedding was our third time working with Sierra and Jullian (Youphoria Films), and yet again, they exceeded our expectations. I used Sierra for my wedding gift Boudoir photos, we used her for our Elopement event (35 people) and we just used them for our Black Tie Wedding (80 people). They are such a supported and enthusiastic team, while also being extremely calm and composed the entire time. We never once worried about their performance as they are always professional, communicative, and just overall fantastic. We have loved our photos and videos, and will always recommend them to our friends and family! Get yourself a crew who feels like friends, because that is what they do and it makes the world of a difference!
Noelle C., 4 months ago
Violet Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA
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Welcome to my photography world! If you're here, it means you're searching for a photographer to help capture YOUR story. I have been fortunate enough to have had a part in telling the stories of thousands of individuals over the last decade through my photography. My approach is simple – I want you to cherish every moment, and I'll take care of the rest. When we work together, you can just be yourself, living in the present and embracing life's joy. I'll be there, discreetly and passionately capturing all those beautiful expressions and emotions.

From the moment we booked Violet Carter Photography for our wedding, we knew we were in good hands. Violet's communication was consistently clear, enthusiastic, and insightful, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. On the day of our wedding, Violet expertly organized the group, made everyone feel comfortable, and made sure we got all the shots we wanted while keeping everything on schedule. The photos we received were nothing short of creative, evocative, and simply stunning - perfectly capturing the joy and beauty of our special day. We are thrilled with the work Violet and her team produced and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Thomás, 2 months ago
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Ashley Sara Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hi! I’m Ashley of Ashley Sara Photography! I'm a luxury wedding photographer based in Pittsburgh, but I capture love stories all over the globe! I've been to Germany, Italy, Bahama's, Mexico and countless states in the US, all because two people fell in love with each other, and then with my work. My significant other offers videography and we both are familiar with Super 8 and film so together, we offer everything you could need!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashley Sara Photo is hands down the best choice you will ever make! She is not only the most incredibly talented photographer, but also the kindest soul. You will be in awe of her skills and want to be best friends with her all at the same time. She made our wedding day 1000x better and we had the best time exploring our venue with her while capturing the most beautiful memories. I look at my wedding pictures at least once per day because they are just that good. I am someone who hates photos of myself and does not enjoy being in front of a camera, and she somehow managed to give me literally hundreds of beautiful photos that I adore. She’s also a pretty awesome hype woman and will give you plenty of confidence boosts. We already have 1 year anniversary pictures scheduled with her and plan to use her for every other occasion we can because who doesn’t need more beautiful photos they love!? To sum this up, just hire her. I promise you will not regret it :)
Allie & J., 5 years ago
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Jos & Tree 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

We are a husband and wife team based in Portland, Or and travel worldwide (we love travel) to capture our couples stories, and capturing the best imagery we can!. We specialize in creative moment driven wedding & lifestyle photography. We are committed to telling our couples stories and supporting them in ways that allow them to be free of stress and to be in the moment.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Jos & Tree was the best decision we made for our wedding! Being a wedding photographer myself, this was at the top of my list to document all of those special memories from the day. Not only were they the photographers, they also became friends and were so easy to have with us the entire weekend. The photographs are beyond beautiful and we will treasure them forever!
Laura & G., 4 years ago
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Tori Parker Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Although Tori lives on the east coast, her art & lifestyle is largely inspired by the west coast. Tori grew up just outside Los Angeles and her art reflects the airy, relaxed and purposeful atmosphere that exists in the Golden State. The Tori Parker team intends for their photos to reflect a similar air: relaxed but with a powerful undertone of golden hour hues and genuine joy. When Tori isn't taking photos or managing her amazing team of associate photoghers, she enjoys intentional time with Jesus, watching New Girl with her husband, being outdoors with her dogs, and eating the spiciest thing on the menu.

We really enjoyed working with Tori, Claire, and Brooke! Tori coordinated our photographers and edited our photos, Claire was our photographer for our engagement photos and wedding day, and Brooke was our second shooter for our wedding. The editing of our photos was done beautifully and working with Tori regarding the plan for our wedding made us very comfortable. Additionally, she got photos back to us very quickly! Claire was great to work with, she made us feel very comfortable during shoots and did a great job posing two people who are very uncomfortable in photos! The wedding party and family photos were also lovely and went very smoothly. They were very easy to work with and captured the event without distracting from it at all which was awesome.
Kathleen R., 4 months ago
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Kelli and Josh 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Kelli and Josh are a sought-after international photographer team specializing in a unique combination of editorial and photojournalistic photography. Their expertise in each of their skillsets give them a timeless yet beautiful look to their photography. They have photographed weddings and events in over 42 countries across the world and have been named by BRIDES magazine as one of the top wedding photographers in Houston.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was truly an honor working with Kelli and Josh. They were so fun, and professional! They made my hubby and me at ease on our big day. I was so truly blown away by the quality of my pictures and how they were able to capture the day through the lens of the camera. Please please do yourself a favor and work with Josh and Kelli. They are truly dream photographers and it was truly an honor to have them capture our photos.
Kaitlyn Y., 3 years ago
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Kiersten Franks Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Heyyy there! I’m Kiersten, the founder and creative force behind the lens. Born and raised in West Virginia, this beautiful state is what I call my home. I’ve developed a love for traveling across the United States, and I’m excited to expand my adventures internationally in December 2024. I’m passionate about capturing that best friend type of love—the real, raw, and candid moments that make your relationship unique. On your wedding day, my focus is on documenting your authentic selves, from those emotional first looks to cozy moments during golden hour. And I’m all about the pops of color!

Kiersten is amazing to work with. She makes her clients feel very comfortable during their session and knows how to capture the candid photos that everyone loves. Her attention to detail is unmatched and the time she takes to carefully edit every photo to make them flawless is appreciated. The memories captured will forever hold a place in the hearts of her clients all thanks to her!
Heather Franks, 4 months ago
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Natalie Schutt Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hi you guys, my name's Natalie, & I'm so glad you're here! I’m a joy-filled, Southern California surfer girl who is in love with capturing weddings.  My style? It’s timeless, romantic, adventuresome, & personal. I’m dedicated to capturing fine elegance + raw beauty all the while keeping it real + being authentic. Your job is to be in love & live in that excitement with each other. My job is to make it easy + enjoyable for you two to be yourselves, 100%, as I frame and capture those once-in-a-lifetime moments in a way that only my mind can. Congratulations to you both! Looking forward to getting to know each other! xx Natalie

Natalie is the most professional, genuine, and talented wedding photographer. I promise you that you cannot and simply will not find a lovelier, more generous, or more brilliant person to help you sidestep stress and make the wedding planning process and wedding day a joy. At our wedding, three different people asked me if I'd later share her contact information with them for whenever they got married. Just think about that for a moment: three people were so blown away by Natalie's warmth, energy, and beautiful, bubbly personality that they would hire her on the spot without having yet seen her stunning work and even though they weren't engaged. Natalie's smile brightens up an entire room, and she has a truly remarkable way of making everyone feel relaxed and comfortable. She'll make you laugh, she'll keep your energy up, she'll capture the moments you dreamed would one day hang on your walls, and most of all, she will make you feel like your day, your marriage, and your love are the center of the entire world. This gift of her presence and love is extraordinary, and I promise you that it extends beyond anything you could ever hope or expect to receive from any wedding vendor. I cried when she sent us our photos because they are so profoundly beautiful and so full of the true emotion that she naturally drew from even the most reserved of our family members. Every photo was so natural and full of light and joy. Natalie has so much talent, and if you're one of her brides you'll quickly realize how lucky you are to have someone care so deeply about you and about capturing your special day. Before our wedding, Natalie spoke with me over email and on the phone, sent a thoughtful questionnaire to help us articulate our aesthetic and photography hopes, sent a quick engagement gift, and even checked in over text to make sure I was doing well the week before the wedding. After the wedding, she sent cute thank you gifts and GORGEOUS photos (you will love yours too!). But my favorite memory will always be from our wedding day when she took a moment to dance with my shy 5 year old nephew and draw him out of his shell so he could enjoy the party. The huge smile on his face will always be one of my most precious moments of our wedding day. My nephew, like so many of our guests, still ask about Natalie all the time. It was a pleasure to work with Natalie and to get to know her, and I hope you too will be fortunate to experience Natalie's light, love, and unparalleled talent.
Kaitlyn, 5 years ago
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Kyrsten Ashlay Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

I provide a positive, thoughtful photography experience that ensures you’ll get the photos of your dreams and have space to be present with your community. It’s an honor to join you in celebrating your brand new marriage and I make it a point to understand what you value the most. I don’t over edit or correct your photos, but instead capture the natural colors, details, and soft smiles of your wedding as you actually experienced them. The result? Timeless, classic photos that never go out of style or off trend.

Awarded Best of Zola
It has always been a dream to have Kyrsten shoot my wedding and she made all my dreams come true! From the first phone call, to getting the email with the wedding photos, it has been such an honor working with someone who has so much talent! Kyrsten is very quick to respond to any questions or concerns throughout the wedding planning process. She will always communicate and do her absolute best to respond as quickly as possible. When it came time for the wedding she was a complete rockstar! If you hire Kyrsten (which you should) this is what you’ll get: 1. The best photos ever!!! 2. A sidekick and a planner for the wedding. She helps produce a photography timeline and communicates with any wedding planner or vendors to best fit your expectations. 3. She won’t be afraid to step in and tell people what they need to do and she’ll always be there ready to give you a hug and calm you down. 4. Someone to laugh with and who will make you laugh! 5. Someone who will make you look like a natural in front of the camera. 6. She’ll end up being your family photographer for life!
Kyle + B., 3 years ago
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Mario Ramirez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hi , I am Mario and love photographing all around beautiful Las Vegas Nevada and all the cities around it, Living in the City of Lights considered by many the Destination Wedding Capital of the USA has given me the opportunity to meet people from all countries and learning from their culture and I believe that is why I love to photograph weddings especially in Las Vegas. I am husband to Irma for over 20 years, Father to Fernando and grandfather to Diana ( our sons bull terrier mix ) and humbly been told by my couples i and one of the best wedding photographers in Las Vegas.

I'd highly recommend Mario Ramirez Photography to anyone getting married in Las Vegas or anywhere for that matter! MRP are the first I call for photography services. MRP is a one stop shop for videography, photography, cinematic video, live streaming and more. Highly recommend!
Dawn Angela, 3 years ago
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Emma K Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

INQUIRE ON MY WEBSITE! I've been doing this for 8 years now, & it really does get better with time. There are countless memories of laughter, holding back tears (mostly happy ones), surprises, & moments that my heart didn't see coming. The opportunity to meet couples that become friends is something I will always feel blessed to have. I love building that connection as much as possible! You two together is your own little piece of art. At least that’s how I see it! So with that being said, I don’t want to try & copy someone else’s art. How you interact together should be captured purely.

We hired Emma for our engagement pictures and our wedding photos and working with her was AMAZING. From the personalized welcome gift, to the clear direction during shoots, working with her was a breeze. She always had time for any of our questions and was so willing to help with whatever we needed! Please hire her for your photos for a stress free experience.
Katherine D., 2 years ago
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Gray Day Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hi there! Jacquelyn here! Welcome to Gray Day. I am passionate about telling your love story, making memories last forever, and always having a good time! I believe in love of all kinds! Everyone has a different story and I want to capture it! Not only do I want to make amazing photos that will last a lifetime, but I want to have the best time with you and your loved ones! I love capturing authentic candid moments that are REAL. I want your special day to be stress free and fun. I will make you and your partner feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera- it'll be like I'm not even there!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with a professional like Jackie was an absolute dream — she made everyone feel comfortable!
Emily & M., 2 years ago
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Tida Svy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Ayyy it’s ya girl Tida (like pita)! I’m not just another photographer – I’m your hype girl, your ally, your eyes and your ears on your wedding day. I’ll be there freaking out shouting “YASSS OMG HOT FIRE ALERT” hyping you up during portraits because holy-shit you look amazing AF! I’ll be dancing circles around your guests while I shove my camera in their faces, fixing your hair when the wind gets too cray, and confidently (and loudly) directing your family portrait time. I’m a tiny ball of giant energy and gurl, it shows on your wedding day – TRUST.

Tida shot our engagement and our Palm Springs wedding at Korakia Pensione! I absolutely adore her! My husband and I were somewhat nervous about the process and worried that it would be awkward...it proved to be anything but. Tida put us both at ease and had us laughing and relaxed out of the gate. So many people commented on how genuinely happy we looked in our photos and honestly it had a lot to do with Tida making us laugh with each other. The photos turned out beautifully, her aesthetic is very natural, never staged, and I really appreciate how much care she put into all the editing. Everyone comments on how great our photos are. She really loves what she does. I’d hire her again in a heartbeat!
Ashley and S., 5 years ago
Wild Elegance 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hello hello! My name is Marie and I am the owner and photographer for Wild Elegance. We are a brand for adventurers, for lovers of life, and genuine people who love those little moments between the moments in life and seek out truth over perfection. Your marriage is unique because of the relationships you have with the people you choose to celebrate with. Spending my day with you and your closest family and friends brings me such joy, and creating art out of some of the best moments of your life is something I am truly honored to be a part of for so many.

Knowing how much of a financial investment a wedding photographer was going to be, I did not take my decision lightly. I reached out to several companies and had several questions when determining who would be the right fit. And I have to say, Marie was by far the most understanding and compassionate during that process. While many photographers seemed annoyed by the (many) questions I would ask before booking, Marie was patient and very thoughtful with her responses -- she even took time to arrange a phone call with me while traveling! And during that phone call, she made sure I didn't feel rushed and that she answered all questions I had fully, it truly felt like I was talking to a friend. That was when I made the decision to book with Marie. Beyond that, when booking the session for our Engagement photos, she brought several creative and adventurous ideas to the table and had the PERFECT locations to take us to. We had a blast together. I would recommend Marie to anyone looking for a photographer who is friendly, compassionate, accommodating and just a joy to be around.
Katie, 8 months ago
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Halley Vernon Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hi I'm Halley I’m a couples, wedding, and elopement photographer based in San Diego, Big Sur, and Seattle, but I’m ready to follow you anywhere! I was born and raised in the PNW, I’m 28 years old, I have a husband and 2 puppies who I love with my whole heart. I’m an extroverted introvert who loves all-night brewery hangs just as much as home game nights, and my love languages are words of affirmation and sushi.

Halley knows big sur like the back of her hand, if you are unsure of specific areas to shoot at, but have an idea of what you are imagining, she’s your gal! Our elopement took place on a very cold and windy day, but somehow our pictures turned out looking like we were having the time of our lives in the most comfortable of settings. She also works with you on any specific requests you may have, she doesn’t stick to just one style. I wanted lots of movement and filmy type of pictures and she did an amazing job:) Seriously couldn’t be happier with the results
Taylor and C., 3 years ago
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Lauren Allen Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Lauren, head of Lauren Allen Photography, has been a part of the wedding and fashion industries for over six years. She picked up a camera in high school and hasn't put one down since. She began modeling for bridal lines such as Vogue Italia & Versace's Bridal & uses that experience to assist her couples in posing. Her goal: to create a wedding photography company that provides modern, classic and editorial wedding photography styles with a personal, energetic, one-on-one touch.

It was such an amazing opportunity to work with Lauren and her team. They were very professional throughout the event but most importantly just simply fun to be around. Lauren is great and a very personable person that any client would appreciate. I would recommend her for any event and wedding photo service.
Raphael L., 2 years ago
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Jonathan Moore Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

My name is Jonathan Moore. I am a Los Angeles based wedding photographer and available worldwide. I'll get right to it: The very last thing I want is for you to think of your experience with me as a "photoshoot." I think that posed "prom" photos are totally lame and reflect absolutely nothing unique about you or your partner. After all, you are not actors pretending to be "in love," so why should your images reflect that? At the core, your images should ultimately remind you of why you fell in love in the first place. This is what we're celebrating!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jonathan Moore is an absolute dream to work with! Besides the fact that his images are fantastic, he is a true professional in every way. I appreciate that Johnathan captures the true essence of an event with his images: from the candid shots, to décor shots, to the more formal shots. He works well with people, works great under stressful elements, he communicates, is reliable, creative ... and overall, fun to be around. As an event coordinator, Jonathan makes my job easy! I wish I could say that about all photographers.
KimeryEvents, 2 years ago
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Natasha Gillett Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Top luxury wedding photographer. For discerning couples seeking a wedding that embodies romance, style, and authentic moments, we are your perfect partner. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area and available for travel worldwide. Natasha’s editorial works and award winning fine art photography has been recognized globally since 2013. Features include Harper's Bazaar and Vogue

Awarded Best of Zola
I wanted to do a boudoir shoot for my (then) coming wedding and really struggled to find a photographer that really knows how to make such a shoot elegant and classy. Wow! When I saw Natasha’s work, I knew she was the photographer I really wanted to work with. She was simply amazing! From communication to planning the shoot! And she also made me feel very comfortable! I would really like to work with her again! I HIGHLY recommend her!
Danette, 2 years ago
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Lauren Ogden Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Lauren Ogden Photography, based in San Diego, CA, provides stunning albums for couples celebrating their wedding. This experienced artist knows how much thought goes into planning your big day and wants to be there to capture it all. From the happy tears in a loved one's eyes to your broad smile, each authentic moment will last forever. They serve throughout California and love to travel to venues on the Hawaiian Islands.

I found Lauren on a random day scrolling through Instagram and fell in love with her work. When it came to choosing a photographer, her name popped up on our venue’s preferred vendors and on our wedding planner’s preferred vendors. I knew right then and there that she was going to be our person! Jonathan and I are not a photogenic couple, we are awkward and hate being the center of attention. We met Lauren and Toby the day of our wedding and automatically felt comfortable. I had a little mishap with my dress and cannot thank Lauren enough for her patience in waiting for my dress to get fixed. Lauren and Toby did an amazing job with our family and friends as well, they all loved how friendly and easy it was to work with them. We received sneak peeks a week later and they are breathtaking!
Irene R., 3 days ago
Keith MacDonald Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

When you’re building the dream team for your wedding day, we can be entrusted with your vision. We recognize that we’re tasked with a major responsibility: preserving the spirit of your day. We are aesthetic driven, inspired by nature and design, and obsessed with creating a brilliant collection of photographs that reflect your unique style. Our work is done best when you have the freedom to immerse yourself in the experience of your day. Let us give you that peace of mind.

Awarded Best of Zola
Keith MacDonald Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very first interaction, his communication was clear, transparent and made us feel comfortable. The quality of their work exceeded our expectations - he captured every shot we had envisioned, even when we unexpectedly had to shoot our first look in rain and sneak the bridal party photos in during then too. Keith made us so comfortable during our photo sessions, helping us feel at ease despite our natural discomfort in front of the camera. Keith has a true talent for seeing through that and capturing us exactly as we had hoped. He is a one-of-a-kind photographer, and we are thrilled with the beautiful memories he was able to create for us on our special day. I would recommend Keith to absolutely everyone and would book him again in a heart beat.
Eliza S., 3 months ago
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Shot By Alexandra Marie 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hi, my name is Alexandra Marie and I LOVE capturing love and freezing your memory forever. Getting to know you guys and hearing how you met is one of my favorite things ever. I understand the importance of preserving your memories and making them last a lifetime.

We hired Alexandra and her Sister Michele for a wedding their package came with a complimentary engagement session. We met Alexandra for the first time. Our first impression is as soon as she started talking she made us feel at ease. She took charge of the session, posing and directing us in many ways. My husband isn't the type to want to do photos ever and she had him smiling the entire time. By the end of our engagement session, it felt like we had known her for years. Fast forward to our wedding day, everything was going wrong. When Alexandra arrives she notices my face and right away goes and takes charge. She directed all the vendors to where they needed to be she made sure no one bugged me as I was getting ready. The entire night they were capturing everything without being asked. they made sure that we had pictures with almost every single guest. they took almost 4000 photos and provided them all to use edited within 3 months. They didn't charge us extra most of my friends were surprised when I shared that with them as most photographers charge extra after so many edits. I highly recommend them both they make it so easy to talk to and the booking process was really easy. I am forever grateful I had them capture our day. Gave us so many memories to look back on
Jessica F., 5 months ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

From the moment we first spoke with Pluvia Studios, we knew they would be the perfect photographers for our wedding day. Their communication was understanding, easy, and highly professional, which instantly put us at ease. The final photos and videos they captured were simply stunning - perfectly captivating every special moment and emotion. They arrived on time and worked seamlessly throughout the day to ensure they didn't miss a single detail. We are thrilled with the final product and could not recommend Pluvia Studios more highly for any couple looking for photographers that will help make their wedding day truly unforgettable.
Faith and M., 2 months ago
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The Hendrys 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

We're a Scottish duo living our best lives in Los Angeles! We appreciate unpopular TV shows, all the vegan food, and a good old road trip. But our most favorite thing is our two fur-kids (bunnies!). We are not typical wedding photographers, that is for certain. We go against the usual grain, and that's exactly how we like it to roll. Normal is boring. Well, for us, at least. Not just for the 'wild at heart' and 'free-spirited'. For e v e r y o n e. And we mean it. We don't discriminate. Ever.

We're actually rating The Hendrys one trillion stars out of five because they are "out of this world" amazing photographers and you should stop reading this review and book them ASAP! If you're still reading though, let us break down our perfect experience with them: They were recommended to us by our venue (Valentine DTLA) and we fell in LOVE with them as soon as we saw their website! Their portfolio and "about me" won us over because we were looking for wedding photographers who could capture the in-between moments, do some fun stylized shots, and be just as fun and goofy as we are! We reached out over the website and heard back from them immediately over email. Their super funny, yet professional personality came through and that got us so excited to work with them! They were also open to us asking as many questions as we wanted (especially when it came to the contract), which made us feel even more comfortable! We then got to meet them over ZOOM where we broke down how the day would go, they asked us what kind of pictures we were looking for, and we just got to know each other. We honestly may have become best friends with them as we couldn't stop talking to them about everything and anything for 2 hours. After that, we knew we were gonna be in the best hands, but we could never have ever imagined how perfect they really would be! When it finally came to the wedding day, The Hendrys went above and beyond! They were extremely professional as they kept us on schedule while experimenting with different types of photos (using a Fish Eye Lens, prisms, neon lights, etc.). They knew how to make everything feel super relaxed and fun and just let us do whatever was natural to us no matter what kind of photo it was. While we were losing it over the fact we just got married, The Hendrys just let us take everything in while politely directing us for photos. When we weren't doing staged photos, they were out of sight, but taking stunning photographs of everything that was happening in between. They were like ninjas as they would disappear and then reappear and grab us for the next shoot! It really was so cool! A few weeks after the wedding, we received our photos in record time and they were the COOLEST PHOTOS EVER (which you can see attached to this review)! We cannot thank The Hendrys enough for their hilarious stories, non-stop professionalism, unwavering kindness & selflessness, and being true magicians with their cameras and artistic vision. We couldn't be more grateful for everything that they did and we feel like the luckiest married couple in the world thanks to them! Now quit reading this review and go be the next luckiest married couple in the world and book The Hendrys! They're worth every single penny! - The D'Elia's
Keara G., 6 months ago
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Melissa Mcclure Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

I'm a caretaker by nature. (Enneagram fan? I'm a 2w3) I love to laugh and am often told I have a calming presence. My friends tell me I have a huge heart and am a good listener. Except my husband says I am a horrible listener but I think that's just to him! I love cats, craft beer, burlesque and radical self care!

Awarded Best of Zola
I met Melissa working in the industry on one of the most difficult shoots I've ever been on. That night she was a total professional and amazing photographer and we quickly bonded. I trust her so much that when it was time for my wedding she was who I asked to capture it. She travelled to France to photograph our wedding and was there like one of our family. She kept us calm and having fun in the stressful moments and her creativity made some of the most incredible wedding photos we could have imagined. Now years later Melissa is the person we call first when it is time to capture our family growing. If her photographs aren't enough to convince you, take it from someone who filmed weddings for 13 years; Melissa is the person you want capturing your day.
Jeremy Whited, 9 days ago
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umaygraphy 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Umay is a wedding photographer with a degree in Photography and Video. With a background in documentary filmmaking and a passion for storytelling, Umay focuses on capturing genuine emotions and natural moments. Specializing in candid shots and cinematic compositions, Umay’s work transforms your wedding day into timeless memories. Whether it’s a cozy gathering or a grand celebration, every detail is captured with care and artistry. Let me bring your love story to life through beautiful, authentic photography.

We can’t thank Umay enough for capturing our wedding so beautifully! From the big emotional moments to the little candid ones, he truly told the story of our day in a way that feels so personal and heartfelt. The photos are absolutely stunning, and the highlight film brought us to tears. It perfectly captures the love and joy we felt. Umay was professional, kind, and so easy to work with, making everyone feel comfortable and at ease. We’re so grateful for his incredible talent and effort. Thank you, Umay, for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever! – Kinem & Sidar
Kinem, a month ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hello! My name is Christian. I'm an artist. Whether camera shy or not, my couples and their friends or family have a great time with me and I make the experience pretty easy and enjoyable since I'm an awesome director. It has taken me a lot of studying, practice and natural talent to get to where I am today. I've documented over 600 weddings leaving many happy clients in many different areas of the world.

This wedding photography company goes above and beyond to capture every cherished moment, blending creativity with professionalism for a flawless experience. Their attention to detail and ability to tell a unique love story through stunning images makes them a top choice.
Lana, a month ago
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Hollycast Production 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Dana Point, CA
  • Offer

Hollycast Production is base in the city of Pomona, California. Were are in the business for more than 8 years. Have travel all over the United States capturing that special moments that last forever. We specialize in Photography and Video graphics. We serve the county of Los Angels, Orange County and some areas of the counties of Riverside and San Bernardino.

Hollycast Production was an excellent choice for our photo shoot. From our initial contact, their communication style was very professional, with prompt responses via text, email, and phone. The quality of their work was outstanding - they captured all the important moments and details of our special day with an exceptional level of skill and attention. Hollycast Production was punctual and professional throughout the event, helping to ensure everything ran smoothly. We are thrilled with the beautiful, detailed photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. Highly recommended!
Josefa G., a month ago
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A. Jenks imagery 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA
  • Offer

I am an editorial photographer who specializes in telling your love story! By focusing on individuality and authenticity, I am dedicated to creating a visual narrative that is as unique as the couples I work with. My hope is that each image in this portfolio not only showcases my skills but also serves as a testament to the power of love in its many forms.

From the moment we first connected with A. Jenks Imagery, we were impressed by their amazing, professional, timely, friendly, and knowledgeable communication style. They did an outstanding job capturing all the special moments of our wedding day, beautifully preserving the memories for us. The photographs are absolutely stunning, and we are thrilled with how they perfectly documented the joy and love of our celebration. A. Jenks Imagery was a true pleasure to work with and we couldn't be happier with the value they provided on our wedding day.
jamie j., 17 days ago
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Yin Futography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hobbyist coffee brewer, professional nap taker, and sucker for raw moments and authentic emotions. Dedicated to documenting the beautiful moments as they unfold. Based in Southern California & available worldwide.

If you’re looking for a photographer who will bring positive and infectious energy, creativity, and dedication to your special day, Yin with Yin Futography is the perfect choice! Their upbeat and optimistic approach in life in general makes the entire experience with him fun and stress-free. What sets Yin apart is his exceptional creativity and talent. Yin has an amazing eye for detail and he knows exactly how to capture the unique essence and emotion of your love story. Whether it’s candid moments or stunning portraits, his photos are truly breathtaking. You can trust Yin to go above and beyond to deliver memories you’ll cherish forever. I couldn’t recommend him more highly for your wedding or any special event!
Melanie J., 9 days ago
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Maze Creates 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Welcome! My name is Maisie but I also so by my nickname, Maze! I am a professional photographer based in San Diego, California! I have been in the wedding industry for 6+ years now - I am so proud of the work I create and the connections I form. To ensure I perform at my best, I only take on around 12 weddings a year. I truly cannot wait to meet you and answer any questions you may have.

We were on the hunt for a photographer for what seems like months. I found Maze from a friend and after meeting over the phone, we felt so happy about our decision to wait on hiring a photographer! We are from out of town and decided to have our wedding in san diego - she was extremely helpful in giving us location advice, timeline advice, and so much more. Our wedding day was amazing specifically because of maze and our amazing coordinator. I cannot say enough good things - I will be referring her to ALL my friends getting married soon. Maze we love youuu so much!! Thank you for everything
Johnny & J., a year ago
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Melissa Atle 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

After 10 years and over 200 weddings, I know how to fold into a large group of people, how to be there and make it feel like I'm not. I've been documenting weddings for nearly a decade and I love it even more now than when I started. My work is candid, emotional, and comfortable. I love to infuse editorial and documentary moments into my galleries, but mostly I just love to be able to photograph moments as they unfold.

It’s been a year since our wedding and I still look at the photos Melissa captured of us on a daily basis. When we were going through the painstaking process of planning and budgeting for our wedding, photos were at the top of my list in terms of their importance. Enter Melissa—we met a year and a half before our wedding day when she took our engagement photos and it was basically love at first sight. We felt so incredibly comfortable with her almost immediately and by the end of our session, we were bantering and joking around like old friends. Flash forward to our wedding day—not only did Melissa take gorgeous photos of our ceremony, first look, reception, etc, but she was a support system and that is something that is truly invaluable on one of the biggest days of your life. I can’t recommend her more.
Jessie + M., 4 years ago
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James Korin Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Hello Friends! I'm a wedding and portrait photographer based out of Long Beach, CA. Weddings are my absolute favorite type of photography and I love hearing about my couples love stories. My commitment to you is to provide with the best images of your life and a feeling that we are going to be friends for awhile. I will walk you through the whole process from start to finish and I'll make sure you take the time to enjoy your special day.

From beginning to end, James has been a great communicator. He has a calming energy that is very comfortable to work with when planning a big wedding like what we did. The first time we spoke on the phone we knew James was the guy for us. He is extremely thorough and one hundred percent committed to capturing the vision you see for your wedding. On the day of, his team showed up early and worked tirelessly. They shifted seamlessly, quickly adapting to any issues that arose, and when cold weather threatened our intimate sunset photoshoot, James coached us through blistering windchill with speed and precision. We've already seen a few of the sneak peeks and the photos look wonderful.
John C., 2 years ago
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Shaun Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

Shaun Baker is San Diego’s Premier Wedding Photographer. Shaun grew up studying film/television and the art of story telling. “I love people and I am fascinated by the way we interact. I love the stories that each of us carry around. That’s what makes us all great. I have a need to capture the individuals raw emotions and give it back in a beautiful way. “When the camera is in my hand, normalcy is the furthest thing from my mind. It is normal for me to be in a tree, on a rooftop, or laying on the ground during a wedding so I am always in the best position to get the most creative shot possible. I'm always striving to exceed expectations.

Awarded Best of Zola
My family has always cherished photos, so I placed a lot of importance on hiring an ace-level photographer for our wedding. And the first time I came across Shaun’s photos online I literally gasped out loud at his stunning work. He truly captured the couples’ and guests’ emotions—and he did the same for ours. Shaun and his partner Annie, of course, took the pre-planned photos we had asked for, but the joy was in the unstaged moments they captured. The photos of our mothers hugging with tears in their eyes, of my grandma dancing and whooping with my friends at the reception, of my now-husband kissing my forehead during our first dance…. they captured moments and emotions we didn’t see or realize were happening that day the first time around, and their work is priceless to us. They put our families at ease with their humor and professionalism, and it was fun to watch them come up with creative ways to capture moments, but it never felt intrusive. Shaun and Annie also completed our photo editing in a fraction of the time that was agreed to in the contract, and sweetened the (short) waiting period with a handful of sneak-peek photos, as well as a 10 minute video slideshow of some of the best photos set to music. It was a lovely way to share memories of the day with friends and family who couldn’t make it and wanted to feel a part of the event. We would recommend them to anyone.
Michaela, 2 years ago
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Siera Harbin Photography 

1.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

My superpower is the way I connect with your vision. I see you guys on the best day of your lives. I see how well you two fit together, how in love you are, how perfect it all looks. And then I use my camera to make sure that’s exactly how you look in your photos. As someone who grew up *hating* all photos of me, I'm ultra aware of that for others. I still cringe a little when I think about having my photo taken, but I’ve found that it’s always easier when a friend is there to keep me laughing. My sense of humor (and obsession with bad puns) is the perfect way to break the ice for effortless, fun photos that help you feel your best!

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Elizabeth Kane Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Dana Point, CA

At Elizabeth Kane Photography, we’re not just photographers; we’re your personal storytellers. Our mission is to capture your day with an authentic blend of documentary and editorial styles, highlighting the raw emotions and timeless moments that make your story uniquely yours. From the softest whispers to the grandest celebrations, we’re here to ensure every detail reflects the essence of your love.

There are many things that can go wrong in your wedding, but I can wholeheartedly say that choosing Elizabeth Kane Photography was one thing that was absolutely the BEST CHOICE we made for our Disney wedding! From beginning to end, Elizabeth was not only working as our photographer but was also making sure we developed a friendship to further build trust that we were in amazing hands. She traveled all the way from California to Orlando for our wedding and even went above and beyond her "behind the lens" duty to help with other areas of our wedding day! Honestly, long story short, words cannot describe how grateful we were (still are) that we chose Elizabeth for our wedding day. It was seriously the best day ever and she captured everything so perfectly; now, we'll have it all beautifully captured forever.
Jackie, 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Dana Point, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Dana Point, CA?

A Dana Point, CA wedding photographer ranges from $200 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Dana Point, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Dana Point, CA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include ozan ulucan photography, SweetEmms Photography and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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