Wedding

Photography

Wedding stories, Told the way they Felt

Authentic, Beautiful, Timeless

Timeless Wedding Photography Built on Legacy and Intention
Based in Long Beach, California · Serving Los Angeles & Orange County

I photograph weddings with the goal of serving you and giving you photographs that you'll love now and for generations

Philosophy

Weddings move fast. From the laughter, quiet glances, to not crying at first look but crying when she walks down the aisle (that was me), they pass almost as soon as they happen. All that remains after the day is over are your photographs. Weddings are sacred and beautiful, and the photography should reflect that. But not just beautiful images, ones that carry the actual feeling of the day and bring you back to those moments every time you look at them. My work blends candid, documentary shooting with editorial composition to provide you with real moments and intentional imagery.

Process

My process starts with finding the right canvas: good light, strong composition, an environment that showcases the moment. Then I place you in it. I'll guide your posture and positioning if needed so you feel comfortable and look your best. Then I step back and let the real moments happen. Your wedding isn't a photoshoot, but we will get photos you’ll cherish forever. Just be present, enjoy the moment, and I'll handle everything else.

Editing

I edit every gallery in one of three styles, all built on the same editorial palette. My main wedding editing style (Signature) is clean, natural, and soft with accurate skin tones, true-to-life color, natural greens, and light retouching. Classic is clean, natural, and timeless while True is polished, vibrant, color-accurate, and looks like real life, elevated. I also love black and white images inspired by Ilford HP5 400 film for the moments that hit harder without color. All in all, your photos should feel just as true the thousandth time you see them as the first. That's the standard I edit to.

What Sets This Apart

I can shoot confidently in any setting, and have. From midday harsh sunlight to dark reception halls, open fields to small historic venues, micro weddings or multi-day large Indian weddings, I got it covered. But the technical stuff is just the foundation. I see the moments others miss. I know when to guide and when to disappear. When to jump in and fix something and when to let it be. But what makes the biggest difference is genuinely caring about you and your experience. I care about how the entire day feels for you, not just the final gallery. It is an honor to be part of your wedding day and it’s something I never take for granted.

Who This Is For

My couple values marriage over performance; the meaning of the day over the posting of it. Yes, they want (and get) beautiful photos, but they know the day is already beautiful and is more about family and friends coming together to witness something sacred.

If that sounds like you, I'd love to meet you. Let's talk.

From our couples

Words from the heart

Every review is a story I was honored to be part of.

There is an art to photography and Rick is an artist. His pictures not only capture moments — they capture the way it felt to be there.

Ron Castner  ·  Wedding client

Our photos are breathtakingly beautiful and most of that comes from Rick's magic behind the camera. I will be a lifetime customer.

Rebecca Sponberg

Wedding & engagement client

Our photos and videos are phenomenal! If you are looking for someone talented, professional, humble, kind, and affordable — Rick is the man.

Ronnie Fierro

Wedding photography & videography client

The photos came out amazing and we received them very quickly. Will definitely hire him again for future events!

Aylish Hession

Small wedding client

Rick did a fabulous job photographing our wedding and reception. He has a good eye for what will be a great picture — we highly recommend him!

Raymond Tingle

Wedding client

Hiring Rick for our wedding video was one of the best decisions made during wedding planning. I have watched our video every day since we received it.

Kelsea Adamson

Wedding videography client

Every gallery tells a story reflecting the beauty of life as it unfolds.

2026 Wedding Collections

WEDDING FAQ

Let’s Capture Your Day

Your wedding deserves to be remembered exactly as it felt full of love, laughter, and life. I’d be honored to tell your story through timeless, emotive imagery that reflects who you are that you can cherish for generations to come

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