Documentary wedding photography in San Diego, across Southern California, and worldwide.
My approach is documentary and photojournalistic, rooted in quietly following the light, the energy, and the emotion as your day unfolds. When it's time for portraits, I'm right there with you. I'll guide you through it and tell you exactly where to stand. Nothing forced, nothing staged, just real connection, captured in true-to-color, artful images.
No stiff posing. No performative romance.
WEDDINGS
Wedding photography that lets your day unfold naturally, with as much or as little direction as you want along the way. I offer three set packages to make things simple, and if your day calls for something different, we can build a custom package around it too.
Film slows everything down, in the best way, so every frame is intentional and every click is a choice. I shoot both 35mm and 120 medium format, in color and black and white, chosen specifically for your venue, your light, and the feeling you want your day to hold. You can add film coverage to any package or session.
Per Roll $125/Full Day Unlimited $1750
Weekend Coverage
Full Day Coverage
Film Coverage
Full Day wedding coverage starts at 8 hours, enough time to cover the whole arc of your day without watching the clock. Add more hours, a second shooter, or extra film coverage if your day calls for it. Travel is included for most states, wherever you're getting married. Full details are in the FAQ below.
Starting Investment $6750
Weekend Coverage
Full Day Coverage
Film Coverage
A full weekend of coverage, built around the events that matter most to you. Beyond your 1o hour wedding day coverage, you choose which surrounding moments get documented: a welcome party, a rehearsal dinner, a goodbye gathering. Film coverage included.
Starting Investment $10,000
Weekend Coverage
Full Day Coverage
Film Coverage
DESTINATIONS
I'm building toward two to three international weddings a year. Travel awakens me. I see things differently when I travel. It brings out the best in me, and after enough time on the road, new places started to feel less like a trip and more like a second home. If your wedding is somewhere far from home, I'd love to be there for it.
A full destination wedding, covered start to finish, however many days that actually is. Some destination weddings are a single day. Others are a full weekend of welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, and goodbye gatherings. You choose which of those surrounding moments get documented, and coverage is built around your actual schedule instead of a fixed number of hours. Every destination wedding includes unlimited film.
Inquire for a custom quote.
Vacations
Weddings
Ever wondered what it would be like to bring a photographer along on vacation? Think of me as your third wheel, quietly tagging along with a camera always in hand so you never have to step out of the moment to capture it. A dedicated travel photography experience is coming soon, inquire for more info.
Weddings
Vacations
LIFESTYLE
Portrait sessions built around your relationship, not a formula. We'll plan a date day, meet at your favorite coffee shop, or stay at home. This is meant to be a day in the life of your relationship.
Book by the hour. Whether that means a shorter session somewhere specific or something entirely custom-built around your day. It's flexible by design, so the time is yours to shape.
$850 per hour
Half Day Coverage
Film Session
Hourly
For those who want the specific look of film from start to finish, with no digital images mixed in. Film slows the whole session down, fewer frames, more intention, and a softer, more textured feeling in the final gallery. A good fit if you already know you love the way film looks and want that to be the entire story, not just part of it.
Starting at 2 hours $1750
Half Day Coverage
Film Session
Hourly
Four hours, built entirely around the places and things you actually love to do. Think of it as a day date, just with me tagging along as your third wheel, quietly catching the two of you being yourselves. No shot list, no pressure, just time together with a camera nearby.
$2500
Half Day Coverage
Film Session
Hourly
Teresa did an absolutely beautiful job for both our engagement photos and wedding. She was communicative from start to finish, and sought to understand our style and wishes. I often say my wedding was my Pinterest board come to life, and she played no small role in making my dreams come true :) Her kindness, passion, and thoughtfulness shines through everything she does. All of our friends and family at our wedding commented on how great she was, which speaks to her professionalism and kindness. She managed to capture seemingly every moment, yet I hardly even noticed she was there. It’s truly amazing how much of our special day she was able to capture on camera and film. We are so grateful she was available to be with us on our special day, and will cherish the photos forever! I highly highly recommend her to capture any of your special memories!!!
"Her kindness, passion, and thoughtfulness shines through everything she does."
Teresa was a DREAM to work with! She was so quick to respond and helped with any and all questions we had along the way. My husband and I were so comfortable with her and we would not have wanted anyone else capturing our wedding day. She is the best and the sweetest human you could find to pretty much spend your whole wedding day with you, we cannot recommend her more!
"She is the best and the sweetest human you could find..."
We love her photos and had a such a wonderful experience working with her!! She has such a keen eye for candid, interesting, art-forward photos and uses several types of cameras to provide a number of photos largely digitally but also in film and with a professional grade-appearing Polaroid camera. Added bonus, she is a joy to work with! We really appreciate her level of professionalism including excellent communication, calm relaxed demeanor, humor, and clear expertise in photography as well working with people and setting the scene for capturing beautiful moments.
"She has such a keen eye for candid, interesting, art-forward photos"
Teresa was amazing. From the time I reached out to her until I received the photos, she was responsive and prompt. The engagement shoot was a surprise to my fiancée and she made it effortless and a beautiful experience. She made us very comfortable and capture the essence of our love. She delivered the photos ahead of schedule and all of them were amazing.
"She made us very comfortable and capture the essence of our love."
Frequently asked questions
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What does documentary wedding photography actually mean?
It means I'm paying attention the entire day, not standing back and hoping something happens. I'm observing, anticipating, and reading energy so real moments can unfold without turning into a production. There's still room for portraits and guidance when you want it. The day just isn't built around the camera.
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What’s your approach to capturing moments without directing?
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How long until we receive our gallery?
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Do you offer a DOCUMENTARY ONLY day?
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Do you travel?
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Can we do a venue walkthrough together?
My approach is all about observation and anticipation, with as much or as little direction as you want along the way. I focus on the natural flow of the day, reading body language, emotions, and interactions to capture moments as they happen. I move with intention, staying present but unobtrusive, always looking for the in-between moments, the nervous hand squeeze before the ceremony, the way your parents look at you when you're not watching, the laughter between friends when they think no one's paying attention.
I use light, composition, and movement to create images that feel immersive and real, so when you look back at your gallery, it feels like stepping right back into those moments. My goal is for you to fully experience your wedding day without worrying about the camera, trusting that every meaningful detail is being documented as it unfolds naturally.
01.
What does documentary wedding photography actually mean?
02.
What’s your approach to capturing moments without directing?
03.
How long until we receive our gallery?
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Do you offer a DOCUMENTARY ONLY day?
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Do you travel?
06.
Can we do a venue walkthrough together?
The turnaround time for your sneak peeks is 1 week and your completed, polished photo gallery is normally 6 to 8 weeks. I value quality above all else, so I make sure to take my time perfecting every gallery before sending it out. Please keep in mind that sometimes creating photos that meet these standards means the timeline can run a little past that.
01.
What does documentary wedding photography actually mean?
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What’s your approach to capturing moments without directing?
03.
How long until we receive our gallery?
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Do you offer a DOCUMENTARY ONLY day?
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Do you travel?
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Can we do a venue walkthrough together?
Yes! My approach is based on documentary practices, real moments as they happen, with as much or as little posing as you want along the way. I blend in and capture everything from the quiet, intimate moments to the wild energy on the dance floor, so your gallery feels like stepping right back into your wedding day. It's a natural, authentic way to document your day.
If you're looking to blend documentary and editorial, I've got you too. It all comes down to what you want from me as your photographer.
01.
What does documentary wedding photography actually mean?
02.
What’s your approach to capturing moments without directing?
03.
How long until we receive our gallery?
04.
Do you offer a DOCUMENTARY ONLY day?
05.
Do you travel?
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Can we do a venue walkthrough together?
Always and forever YES! I'm based in California, but I'd be more than happy to travel to any location you need me to. All weddings within the mainland United States have travel included in the package you choose. US states and territories outside the mainland receive a custom quote. All international weddings receive a custom quote. If you're getting married in one of my bucket list locations, Montana, Alaska, Greece, Peru, Portugal, Bali, Japan, Italy, or New Orleans, travel fees may be waived altogether.
01.
What does documentary wedding photography actually mean?
02.
What’s your approach to capturing moments without directing?
03.
How long until we receive our gallery?
04.
Do you offer a DOCUMENTARY ONLY day?
05.
Do you travel?
06.
Can we do a venue walkthrough together?
Absolutely! If you'd like me to walk through your venue with you before the wedding, I'd be happy to. It's a great way to get familiar with the space, talk through any key moments, and plan for the best lighting and angles, all while keeping things stress-free and natural. While I don't rely on shot lists or overly structured plans, a walkthrough can help ensure everything flows seamlessly on the day.
