Wedding photography services include:

  • Engagement
  • Elopement
  • Getting ready
  • Ceremony
  • Bridal session
  • Reception
  • Friends and Family

Wedding  Photography

Our photographers enjoy capturing the moments and freezing those times through pictures. Our style is that of a storyteller,  where the pictures tell the story and each image links the events of the day. The whole day is a special one and photos are the lasting memories of that momentous occasion.

All of our packages include some type of photography. If you are looking for just elopement or small wedding photography, we can provide you with a quote. Please email us for more information.

All photography includes:

  • Edited photos
  • Online photo gallery for friends and family
  • Exclusive use of photos for print and web use
  • Flash drive with print ready high resolution images
  • Number of photos depend on what is included in your package

Additional Photography Services

Sometimes you want extra pictures of special wedding events – engagement photos, rehearsal dinner, photos of the bride putting on her wedding dress, photos of groomsmen and bridesmaids before the wedding, good times at the reception, or the day after photos.

We can provide additional photography at an hourly rate or we can customize a package to fit your budget.

We provide photography in San Luis Obispo, Shell Beach, Pismo Beach, Nipomo, Oceano, Los Olivos, Santa Maria, Santa Inez, Los Alamos and Santa Barbara.

Learn more about our photography services:

  1. What is your photographic style? Our style is more of the lifestyle photography where we enjoy capturing the moments. A lot of the pictures are documenting the day’s events. We also like posed pictures since those are the ones that go in photo books or are given to family members. Sometimes we will ask you to smile or hold a pose, but other times you may find us taking pictures without you knowing. We shoot the majority of my photos with natural light.
  2. What 3 words describe your working style? Organized, adaptable (will change to what the couple wants), and fun (you will find Natalie laughing a lot)
  3. How far in advance do I need to book? The sooner the better so we can make sure your date is still available. If you choose one of our packages, you will book the photographer at the same time.
  4. What type of equipment do you use? Canon and Nikon cameras and a variety of different types of lenses.
  5. Do you take photos in color or black and white? We take them in color and can edit in black and white.
  6. Can I give you a list of specific pictures? Yes, this is always helpful for family photos.
  7. Do you have back up equipment? Yes, we have back up equipment.
  8. Do you have insurance? Yes, we have insurance and can provide to your venues.
  9. What is your timeline for the day of the wedding? We like to arrive early to test the lighting and take pictures of the venue. Depending on the start of your ceremony, we prefer taking “getting ready” photos at least 1/2 to 1 hour before the ceremony
  10. How long until I receive my photos? It takes about 2-3 weeks to receive your photos via an online gallery
By Natalie Jones February 27, 2025
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