Southern California Wedding Photographers
Los Angeles • Orange County • Santa Barbara • Malibu
These are the moments you’ll look back on for a lifetime — moments to cherish, relive, and pass down. With years of experience as professional wedding photographers across Southern California, we’ve refined our craft to deliver emotion-filled, stunning galleries that tell each couple’s one-of-a-kind story with honesty, elegance, and heart.
Inquire & Reserve Your DateElegant Wedding Photography in Los Angeles & Southern California
From ocean bluffs in Malibu to the gardens of Santa Barbara and modern rooftops in DTLA, we photograph Southern California weddings with an elegant, editorial eye. Our approach blends refined direction with natural moments—so portraits feel effortless and your gallery flows with real emotion. We know the light at favorites like Calamigos Ranch, The Ebell of Los Angeles, Bel-Air Bay Club, and Pelican Hill, and we collaborate with your planner to protect timeline and look. Explore our
California portfolio for full celebrations and weekend events across
Los Angeles,
Orange County, and
Santa Barbara. Planning at San Ysidro Ranch, The Lodge at Torrey Pines, or a private estate along the coast? Check availability.
Elegant, timeless wedding imagery for coastal estates, iconic city venues, and golden-hour celebrations across Malibu, Santa Barbara, Orange County, San Diego, and Palm Springs.
We create refined, true-to-life images with clean composition, natural direction, and a calm presence. From ocean breeze to villa gardens, your story is photographed with care and intention.
Oceanfront elegance in Laguna Beach
Just married in the hills of Southern California
Coastal vows beneath a sunlit floral arch
Editorial-Inspired, Timeless
Artful composition, authentic emotion.
White-Glove Process
Planning support and a seamless day-of experience.
SoCal Expertise
Estates, beach clubs, vineyards, private villas.
Heirloom Delivery
Polished galleries and optional albums.
From golden-hour coastlines to iconic estates, our Southern California weddings are photographed with a balance of timeless elegance and natural emotion.
Explore a curated selection of celebrations from across the region.
Malibu & Coastal Venues
Sea-kissed light, cliffside romance, and elegant coastal estates.
Santa Barbara & Vineyard Weddings
Garden ceremonies, sunlit courtyards, and old-world charm.
Orange County & Luxury Resorts
Polished details, architectural backdrops, and golden sunsets.
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Timeless, Effortless,
and Beautifully You
Images that feel as luxurious as your celebration:
Honest, elegant, and deeply personal.
Our Wedding Photography Process
We create refined, true-to-life images with clean composition, natural direction, and a calm presence. From ocean breeze to villa gardens, your story is photographed with care and intention.
Discovery & Vision
We align on style, locations, and priorities.
Engagement & Pre-Planning
Timeline planning, refining, and effortless results.
Wedding Day Coverage
Stress-free direction, natural posing, editorial details, real moments.
Luxury Delivery
Polished online gallery and custom albums by request.
Let’s Begin Your Story
Luxury Southern California wedding photographers — Los Angeles • Orange County • Santa Barbara • Malibu
Southern California Wedding Photographer Reviews
Real Lovelee Photography testimonials from Los Angeles, Orange County, Malibu, and Santa Barbara couples.
Our photos at the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel were pure magic — golden sunsets over the Pacific, candid laughter, and every detail captured flawlessly. Lovelee Photography turned our California wedding into timeless art.
From the moment we stepped onto the sunlit gardens at Montecito’s San Ysidro Ranch, we knew we were in the hands of true professionals. Every frame feels like a work of art — elegant, romantic, and effortlessly us.
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Our Malibu cliffside ceremony at Calamigos Ranch was breathtaking, and Lovelee Photography somehow made it look even more stunning. The light, the colors, the emotion — every photo feels like a dream we get to relive forever.
A Wedding Day That Feels Effortless
Experience matters. We plan with gentle buffers so the day feels relaxed and the photography stays effortless—no rushing your timeline, no compromising the light.
From first hello to last dance, we keep things calm, joyful, and beautifully on-time—so you can be fully present and glow in every frame.
1) Inquiry & Vision Call24–48 hrs
Tell us your story and dream vibes—venue, style, must-have moments. We’ll share galleries that match your vision and outline smart coverage options.
2) Booking & Welcome GuideSame week
Secure your date with an agreement + retainer. You’ll get our easy planning guide with timeline tips, family list pointers, and vendor coordination notes.
3) Engagement Session (Optional)60–90 min
Relaxed, editorial-quality portraits that feel like you—perfect for invites, your website, and to get comfy in front of the camera together.
4) Timeline Curationphoto-first
We shape a simple, joyful schedule around your ceremony time and golden light at your venue, coordinating with your planner/DJ so everything flows.
5) Wedding Day Coverage7–9 hrs typical
EXAMPLE
- Getting Ready → sweet details, candid laughter, a few classic portraits
- First Look & Portraits → a private moment, then relaxed couple & wedding party photos
- Ceremony → aisle, vows, the kiss, and joyful recessional
- Family & Wedding Party → organized, quick, genuinely happy
- Golden Hour → dreamy, flattering light for the two of you
- Reception Moments → entrances, toasts, first dances, cake, and dance floor magic
Your timeline is tailored to your venue, season, and what matters most to you—so it feels easy and looks incredible.
6) Next-Day Preview24–48 hrs
A handful of highlights for sharing right away—perfect for announcements and a happy little re-live.
7) Gallery & Delivery2–3 weeks
Timeless brilliance, hand-developed images delivered in a beautifully custom gallery with options for albums and pro prints at our personal membership cost.
8) Post-Wedding Supportongoing
Album design help, wall art guidance, anniversary sessions, and secure long-term backups—because your story deserves forever.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you travel across Southern California (LA, OC, SB, Malibu)?
Yes! Malibu, Santa Barbara, Orange County, San Diego, Palm Springs, and beyond.
What’s included in wedding coverage?
Tailored coverage, personalized timeline, best in class responsiveness, fast turn-around time, beautiful online gallery, and the best wedding experience you can imagine! *Optional Payment Plans available.
Our Diamond collection includes a high-end luxury wedding album!
What’s included in your packages?
Tailored coverage, personalized timeline, best in class responsiveness, fast turn-around time, beautiful online gallery, and the best wedding experience you can imagine!
Do you coordinate with planners and venues?
Absolutely! We love connecting with the coordinator, planner, DJ, and more.
How far in advance should we book?
Popular dates book 9–12 months out; inquire early to secure your date. We can always accommodate weddings as early as next day!
When do we receive our photos?
Your full gallery is delivered in 2–3 weeks—fast, careful, and beautifully finished in a custom gallery with options for albums and pro prints at our personal membership cost.
How many photos will we receive?
Quality first, always. A full day typically yields 70–100 images per hour (more than most!), depending on events, locations, and guest count.
What’s typical wedding day coverage?
Most couples choose 7–9 hours. We’ll shape an easy, photo-first timeline around your ceremony and golden hour at your venue.
Do you deliver RAW files?
Yes—available as an optional add-on. Delivered via secure cloud as original RAW files (or DNG), unedited; your finished, hand-developed gallery is still included. It’s uncommon in our industry, and we offer it because your photographs are yours—not ours to gatekeep.
How do we reserve our date?
A signed agreement and a retainer (typical 50%) secure your date. We’ll send everything digitally—quick and painless. Then we’re ready to do the fun stuff, planning!
Ready to talk details?
Inquire about your Southern California wedding photography —
7–9 hr coverage typical
next-day highlights
gallery in 2–3 weeks
Serving Los Angeles, Orange County, Malibu, Santa Barbara & Phoenix/Scottsdale.
Serving Southern California — Los Angeles, Orange County, Malibu, Santa Barbara, San Diego, Palm Springs — and Arizona — Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley.
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Based in Arizona and California • Photographing weddings across Los Angeles, Orange County & Santa Barbara
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