Los Angeles Wedding Photographer
Your day, the way it actually felt.
Cinematic, candid wedding photography for couples in Los Angeles and across Southern California, from the first look to the last dance.
Every wedding has its own rhythm. I blend a documentary approach with a filmmaker's eye for light and composition, so your photos feel like the day felt: the nervous laughter while getting ready, the quiet moment before the aisle, your people losing it on the dance floor.
A wedding photographer who's part of the day, not in the way
I'll gently direct when it helps, like portraits, family photos and golden hour, and step back the rest of the time. Most couples tell me they forgot I was there, and then couldn't believe what I caught.
Los Angeles and beyond
From downtown LA rooftops and Santa Barbara courthouses to backyard celebrations in Lompoc and garden venues in Moorpark, I know how to work with every kind of light and space Southern California throws at us. Destination weddings are always welcome.
Planning made easy
You'll get a detailed planning questionnaire and help building a photo-friendly timeline, so family photos run smoothly and there's time left over for the two of you.
What to expect
How I work
Getting ready to last dance
Full-day storytelling that catches the details, the people and everything in between.
Portraits that feel like you
Relaxed direction and golden-hour timing, never stiff or over-posed.
A calm presence
I keep family photos moving and the mood light, so you can stay present.
Timeline planning
A photo-friendly schedule that builds in golden hour.
Planning questionnaire
Family lists, must-have moments and every detail in one place.
Two photographers
Every wedding collection includes a second photographer: two angles on the big moments, and both sides getting ready.
Engagement session add-on
A warm-up shoot and photos for your save-the-dates, at a reduced rate when you book your wedding.
Rehearsal dinner add-on
Coverage the night before, from the same photographer.
Private online gallery
Hand-edited, full-resolution photos to download and share. Print release included.
Investment
Collections & investment
Every collection can be tailored to your day. Pop in your name and email to see the full investment guide, with what's included in each.
View investment- Love CollectionThe heart of the day: your ceremony, your people, golden hour and the first hours of the party.
- Lace CollectionGetting ready to the dance floor: the nerves, the vows, the toasts and the first dance, with room to breathe.
- Lovelace CollectionEvery moment, nothing missed: from the first look to the last sparkler, with time for the sunset portraits you'll frame.
- Lovelace WeekendFor celebrations that span a weekend: welcome dinners, mehndi, sangeet, tea ceremonies and the wedding day itself.
- Heirloom AlbumA handcrafted album designed from your favorite photos, ordered once your gallery is delivered.
Portfolio
A few favorites
Recent stories
Real Weddings
A Paradise Cove Proposal in Malibu
Brenda & Alex | Santa Barbara Courthouse Engagement Session
Kari & Sean | Creston Ranch Wedding
An Ocean-View Wedding at Chart House Dana Point
Terry & Kevin | Santa Barbara Courthouse Mural Room Elopement
A Soft, Overcast Maternity Session at Point Dume
Santa Barbara Sunken Gardens Wedding & El Paseo Reception
A Fall Wedding at the Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara
MountainGate Country Club Wedding | Alison & Akbar
Sunset Proposal at The Point at the Bluffs | Paige & Philip
Scottish-Inspired Eden Gardens Wedding | Michelle & Mark
Erynn & Josh | Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Engagement Session
Jen & Ryan | Santa Maria Gazebo & Barn Wedding
Sarah & Michael | Carpinteria Foothill Ranch Wedding
Nisha & Alexander | Sherman Oaks Backyard Wedding
Elyse & Andy | Santa Barbara Courthouse Elopement
Tiffany & Edem | Bonaventure Brewing Company Wedding
Amanda & Mario | Backyard Wedding in Lompoc
Janna & Tony | Rainy, Retro Santa Barbara Courthouse Elopement
Kari & Sean | Spooky Stow House Engagement Session
Kind words
From past clients
★★★★★
Thank you, Brian, for treating our love story with such empathy, respect, and care. It was a joy to work with you.
Nzinga Moore
★★★★★
Brian is an incredible photographer and even more importantly a great person to be around.
Steve Wood
★★★★★
To be able to relive that day through these images is the greatest gift we have ever been given.
Lauren Jenkins
★★★★★
His energy is friendly and relaxing, which creates the perfect atmosphere for feeling comfortable in front of the camera.
Aimee Marie Woodard
★★★★★
My toddler was eating salami in most of the pictures and on-and-off crying and somehow so many pictures turned out so well.
Nina Quattrocchi
★★★★★
Brian is a FANTASTIC photographer and I give him a A+ referral to anyone looking or someone professional, timely, and skilled.
Trudie Lopez
★★★★★
Just got our photos back from our photoshoot and am blown away how beautiful they turned out!
Kaylie Richardson
★★★★★
There were so many precious moments he captured effortlessly and I went 'how did he even get that photo...'
Julia Linger
★★★★★
He captured the moment perfectly without me knowing he was there, and afterwards he made us feel comfortable right away as he walked us through different poses.
Paige Kingston
★★★★★
I love the style and lighting because it makes each moment feel dream-like.
Linda Alaniz
★★★★★
His work will be treasured by our family for all the years to come and we are so grateful to have found him!
Lisa Hestrin Lerner
★★★★★
His kind, professional approach helped make both of those events more special. We will cherish these photos forever!
Olivia Ghielmetti
★★★★★
They shot our wedding this spring and we truly don’t know how to choose which photos to frame since every single one is stunning.
Sarah Schoenberg
★★★★★
Brian not only photographed my wedding, but my sister’s and my best friend’s as well and there is simply no one better.
Aimee Colomy
★★★★★
Truly the most amazing experience I’ve ever had having photos taken.
Shea Cahoon
★★★★★
He was truly our best vendor and the best person we could've hired for our event.
Jessica Lopez
★★★★★
There's not enough words I can say about Brian to explain how much of an incredible photographer he is.
Maureen
★★★★★
Brian went above and beyond as our wedding photographer! He is a true professional.
Mark Boyd
★★★★★
He always goes above and beyond to capture my vision. Whenever we shoot, I am in awe of the photos he captures.
Shannon Ross
★★★★★
We loved his photojournalistic style and ability to capture such genuine moments from our special day.
Dakota Russell
Good to know
Questions, answered
How far in advance should we book?
Most couples book 9 to 15 months out, especially for spring and fall Saturdays. Shorter notice is often possible, so it's always worth checking your date.
Do you travel outside Los Angeles?
Yes. I regularly photograph weddings across Southern California and I'm happy to travel for destination weddings.
Do you work with a second photographer?
Yes. Every wedding collection includes two photographers, so we can cover both sides getting ready and catch every big moment from two angles.
How many hours of coverage do we need?
Most full weddings fit comfortably in 6 to 10 hours. I'll help you work out what makes sense once I see your timeline.
Do you photograph multi-day weddings?
Yes. The Lovelace Weekend collection covers up to three days, from welcome dinners, mehndi and sangeet to tea ceremonies and the wedding day, so you have one photographer telling the whole story.
Can you cover our rehearsal dinner?
Yes. Rehearsal dinner coverage can be added to any wedding, with a two-hour minimum. If it means an extra night away from Los Angeles, travel and lodging are added to your quote.
Do you offer wedding albums?
Yes. Once your gallery is delivered and you've had time to fall in love with your photos, you can order a handcrafted album designed from your favorites. Albums are ordered separately from your wedding collection, so you only decide once you've seen everything.
Let's make something beautiful
Let's tell your wedding story
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