Storytelling Through Photography

Photography is a powerful medium of communication and Southern California is home to some of the nation’s most talented visual storytellers. Check out some of their incredible work below.

“The love for each other is as bright as the light at the end of the tunnel” – Leniel . . . . DJ: @jcentertainmentdj Wedding Dress: @davidsbridal Photographer: @lvpphotography24 Venue: @wedgewood.theretreat

A post shared by Leniel Velazquez (@lvpphotography24) on Feb 6, 2018 at 8:17am PST

Here’s where she meets Prince Charming, but she won’t discover that it’s him til chapter 3…❤️🥀💍 Hair and Makeup: @diamondbeautyhairandmakeup . . . . . . #disneywedding #disneybride #disbride #fairytalewedding #beautyandthebeast #iloveyou #disneycouple #disneydate #disneybound

A post shared by Jenna Henderson (@jennawhiterabbit) on Feb 15, 2018 at 2:24pm PST

So grateful for this awesome couple and this beautiful location they introduced me to! 😍 Nothing but excitement for their March Wedding!! . . . Nadineespejophotography.com . . . #iephotographer #ocphotographer #anaheimphotographer #riversidephotographer #laphotographer #couplesphotography #lifestyle #photography #newportbeachphotography #socalphotographer #ido #caliphotographer #photographer #wedding #weddingphotography #brideandgroom #portraitphotography #yorbalindaphotographer #theknot #details #groom #bride #weddingdetails #elopement #thedress #nadineespejophotography

A post shared by wedding+elopement | lifestlye (@n.e_photography) on Jan 19, 2018 at 3:59pm PST

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A post shared by Picture Perfect (@pictureperfect_cova) on Nov 22, 2017 at 3:59pm PST

Today’s art project inspired by Winslow Homer. Class starts at 3pm. It’s not too late to sign up. Follow the link in my bio.

A post shared by Julie Moses (@juliemosesdotcom) on Feb 2, 2018 at 11:46am PST

Entering 2018 with the fam like #WeReady #2018 #NewYear2018 #thruthelookingglass #WilliamJSaylorPhotography #instagood

A post shared by William J Saylor (@william.j.saylor_photography) on Jan 3, 2018 at 3:24pm PST

Not too long after Luke and I first got married, he was texting a friend of his. “How’s married life?” his friend asked. “It’s great!” Luke responded. His friend followed up with, “Do you take a lot of walks now?” 😂 Luke and I got a good laugh out of that one. We definitely sent that friend videos of ourselves walking every time we went out for the next few weeks, just to further his idea that once you get married, all you ever do is enjoy walks together. P.s. new blog about how Luke proposed is up now – link in bio! . Vendors: Designer: Tilly Mestre  Planner / coordinator: @janitamestrephotography Venue: @luceloft Groom and bride models: @jawshcow @five_wander_free Bridesmaids: @mattieetaylor @ms.alexisruan Furniture and table rentals: @adorefolklore Decor / linens: @antiqueologyca Florist: @foxandfloradesigns Stationary and calligraphy: @blushandbluecalligraphy Bridal gown: @ellebridalboutique Bridesmaid dresses and accessories: @bellabridesmaids Mens suits and accessories: @friartux Cake and sweets: @sweet_maple_creations Beauty Concierge Service or Luxury Beauty Planning / hair: @elwynnandcass @sandiegobridalstylist Makeup: @samraegenido  Videographer: @isaiahadona Groomsman details: @thegroomsday Signage and Decor: @zcreatedesign

A post shared by Kayla Denae Esslinger (@kayladenae) on Feb 3, 2018 at 1:06pm PST

#justsaidyes #bridetobe #brideandgroom #weddingphotography #weddinginspo #weddingidea  #weddingideas #weddingphotographer #weddingplanning #gettingmarried #anaheimWeddingPhotography #weregettingmarried #loveauthentic #liveauthentic #naturallight #naturallightphotography  #lookslikefilm #naturelovers #couple #fiance #socalbride

A post shared by Ciprian Bot Photography (@weddingphotography_by_chip) on Jan 16, 2018 at 10:11am PST

Baja LOVE💛

A post shared by R|M Photography (@ruben.miriam) on Jan 20, 2018 at 1:48pm PST

When was the last time you did something to challenge yourself? Was it in your profession or just everyday life? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Can you think of one thing right now that you can do this week that requires you to step outside your comfort zone? The more we challenge ourselves the more we grow. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I want to encourage each and every one of you reading this to try something new this week. Challenge yourself to push for more, to learn, to grow and become the best version of yourself. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I am stepping outside of my comfort zone this weekend and am nervous, eager and excited to see what will come of it! Watch my insta story Saturday to see what’s happening! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What are you all up to this weekend? Love hearing from you 🙂 #motivated

A post shared by Darian Shantay (@darian_shantay) on Jan 18, 2018 at 8:30pm PST

#losangelesweddingphotography #losangeleswedding #losangelesweddings #losangelesweddingphotographers #losangelesweddingphotographer #malibuweddingphotographer #orangecountywedding #orangecountyweddings #ocweddingphotography #orangecountyweddingphotographer #orangecountyweddingphotographers #gonzalophotography

A post shared by Gonzalo Heredia (@gonzalophotography) on Feb 19, 2018 at 6:16pm PST

I️ saved the best for last! It was a blast shooting with these kiddos! 7 of 7⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #visualsoflife #artofvisuals #thecreatorclass #peoplescreatives #pursuitofportraits #featcbphoto #viralcreators #jaw_dropping_shots #instagoodmyphoto #sonyalphacameras #sonya6300 #50mm #ocphotographer #anaheimphotographer #portraits #portrait #portraits_ig #pixel_ig #portraiture #portrait_perfection #portraits_universe #portraitmood #childportraits #childphotography #familyphotography #christmas #fall #winter #kids #babies

A post shared by Jason Cary (@jc.photo_) on Dec 21, 2017 at 12:02pm PST

Aw. Family 🙌🏻 #familylove #familyhug #gorgeousfamily #fambam #familyphotography #familypic #familyphoto #familyphotographer #familyphotoshoot #orangecountyphotographer #ocphotographer #yorbalindaphotographer #yorbalinda #oc #orangecounty #whittier #whittierphotographer #lahabra #lahabraphotographer #anaheimhills #allthefeels

A post shared by Tawny de Rue Adamson (@tawnyderuephotography) on Aug 15, 2017 at 9:43am PDT

~Sneak Peek~ Newborn session ♥️♥️♥️! #sarahmariephotographyoc #babyphotographer#newbornphotographer#ocphotos #orangecounty #orangecountyphotography #orangecountyphotographer #baby#adorable#oc#canon#studio #studiophotography#ocphotography #ocphotographer #studiophotography#ocbabyphotographer #orangecountynewbornphotographer#newborn#newbornphotography#twins

A post shared by Sarah Villalobos (@sarahmariephotography_oc) on Jan 18, 2018 at 6:12am PST

The sweetest family ❤️ . . . . #lisettegatlifffamilies #southerncaliforniaphotographer #socalphotographer #orangecountyphotographer #theportraitpr0ject #portraitpage #pursuitofportraits #featurepalette #shotzdelight #postthepeople #pixel_ig #justgoshoot #socal #clickinmoms #quietthechaos #letsclickoc #portraitphotographer #southerncaliforniafamilyphotographer #orangecountyfamilyphotographer #photooftheday #breaphotographer #fullertonphotographer #familysession #breafamilysession

A post shared by Lisette Gatliff Photography (@lisettegatliffphoto) on Jan 11, 2018 at 8:38am PST

Happiest of birthdays to this sweet, photogenic goofy kid. Hope you have a great day full of….. CANDY!!!! Lol . . . . Special thanks to @l.palomino_photography for allowing me to capture some natural light images of your wonderful children. . . . #ADBIMAGERY #photography #Photographer #socalphotographer #photog #creative #connectandcreate #birthdaygirl #eventphotographer #HappyBirthday #childrenphotos #portraitphotographer #naturallight #all_shots #exposure #composition #focus #capture #moment #photoshoot #photodaily #photogram #minisession

A post shared by Adb Imagery (@adb_imagery) on Feb 8, 2018 at 7:10am PST

• He sets you up…to get you upset. Protect your peace. Fight harder to keep it. . #xmmtt | 🎧 Kool & The Gang – Too Hot

A post shared by R.C. (@rsee) on Feb 6, 2018 at 10:03am PST

Rolling into February like 💁‍♀️💁‍♀️💁‍♀️

A post shared by kristin eldridge photography (@kristineldridge) on Feb 1, 2018 at 5:06pm PST

More surprise proposals on the beach, please. 🤗✨😌

A post shared by Aubrey Moffit Photography (@aubreymoffitphoto) on Feb 18, 2018 at 7:53pm PST

Hallstatt, Austria: located between Salzburg in the west and Graz on the east is Hallstatt – a UNESCO heritage site and Austria’s most beautiful lake town. Breathtaking views are all around this town which is nestled between the lakes and the mountains. Travel the world and go see how the other half lives! (All pictures in here are for sale, DM me for details) #artasitwas #lagunabeachphotographer #newportbeachphotographer #sawdustartist #hallstatt #hallstattaustria #austriapictures #traveltheworld #iamatraveler #marriottrewards #igscglobal

A post shared by Photographs by Krishnan Iyer (@art_as_it_was) on Feb 24, 2018 at 12:17pm PST

That almost Fri-yay feeling!💃🏼

A post shared by Kate Vanderhook (@gypset_baby) on Nov 9, 2017 at 9:14pm PST

Tried something new & different. I like it!!! 💗💕😍 . . . . . . #cristyophotography #newbornphotographer #newbornphotography #orangecountyphotographer #ocphotographer #laderaranch #socal #baby #socalmoms #newborn #southercaliforniaphotographer #babysfirstyear #canon #newportbeach #irvinephotographer #newportbeachphotographer #lagunabeachphotographer #posednewbornphotography #newbornphotographyorangecounty #orangecounty #newbornposing #photoshoot #babyphotography #babyphotographer #ocphotographer #ocphotographers #newbornphotography #orangecountynewbornphotographer #ocnewbornphotography S

A post shared by cristyoverholtzer (@cristyophotography) on Jan 21, 2018 at 10:05pm PST

A little throw back for your Monday night 💨 • • Shot with canon 70d and a 35mm 1.4 sigma art lens • • • • #vsco #vscocam #vscofilm #vscostyle #moodyports #laphotographer #peoplescreatives #photographyislifee #hinfluencercollective #peoplescreative #quietthechaos #portraitpage #featurepalette #tangledinfilm #thevisualvogue #l0stbraids #inspireangelo #cooloceann #nikon #brandyusa #thatsdarling #summer #southerncalifornia #losangelesphotographer #uoonyou #featuremeseas #lagunabeachphotographer #portraitsociety #dontsmokekids

A post shared by Mikayla LoBasso (@ml.photo) on Dec 11, 2017 at 8:29pm PST

Brothers⠀ •⠀ Life question: are you a Squisher or a Squishee? (I think I’m just squishy… or maybe I’m the couch. 🤷‍♀️)⠀

A post shared by Sam Ellison (@sam.ellison.photography) on Feb 21, 2018 at 11:31am PST

Always better together xo ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ◇ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ◆ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ◇ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #sanjuancapistrano #orangecountyphotographer #lemonadeandlenses #sanclementephotographer #oclifestylephotographer #loveroflight #horsephotos

A post shared by Banana Bugz Photo (@bananabugzphoto) on Feb 13, 2018 at 6:19pm PST

Real life conversation with Harlin in the car on our way to walk Balboa Island with friends… Harlin: I want to grow up now. Me: Why do you want to grow up? Harlin: So I can be just like you mommy. 😭😭😭 . . . . . . #harlingrace #beachbabe #toehead #wildrichkids #motherhood #motherhoodmoments #motherhood #motherhoodrising #twirlydress #ocphotographer #newportbeachphotographer #coronadelmarphotographer #southocphotographer #mastinlabs #showiteer #tilinsiders #childhoodunplugged #raisethemwild #raisethemright #raisingdaughters

A post shared by Katie Trottino (@katietrottino) on Feb 25, 2018 at 10:13pm PST

This BABE is up on the blog, check it out to see more hair flips, laughter, and model good looks!! #linkinbio . . . . . . #northfloridaphotographer #northfloridaportraitphotographer #orangecountyphotographer #orangecountyportraitphotographer #wildhairandhappyhearts #lagunabeachphotographer #lagunabeach #hawaiiportraitphotographer #fsuphotographer #fsugraduationphotographer #bahamasphotographer #hairgoals #tallahasseeportraitphotographer

A post shared by Dani Vivanco (@dan_the_camera_man_) on Feb 21, 2018 at 5:32pm PST

I am so so excited to announce Motherhood Mini Sessions // Sunday March 11th! These sessions will be full of real, natural moments capturing you gorgeous mamas with your precious littles. These are the days you’ll always want to remember, so hold on to these memories tight ❤️ email me over at [email protected] for details on how to book your session. 25 minutes//8 hi res images $275 #ocminis #motherhoodminis

A post shared by alexis alana photography (@alexisalanaphoto) on Feb 18, 2018 at 9:18pm PST

So sweet. #babiesarethebest #babyboy #boys #newbornphotography #newborn #orangecountynewbornphotography #orangecountybabyphotographer #newbornprops #studiocee #studioceephotography

A post shared by Newborn Photographer (@studioceephotography) on Sep 8, 2017 at 3:05pm PDT

This photo is from one of my favorite weddings, from one of my favorite client. Mayra and Josh are such a funny and adorable couple. This is one of the shots I got when they were just being silly and being themselves. I had such a blast at this Menifee wedding shot at Wedgewood the orchard

A post shared by Edna Eudave Squareeyephoto (@squareeyephoto) on Feb 16, 2018 at 6:03pm PST

This is Me,Mayra! In my typical all black get up! Haha! I had a client ask me why all photographers wear black? I mean we have to look presentable & professional right? Plus it’s slimming which I’m all about! Haha! We have planned to do a fun hike this Tuesday morning & I can’t wait to share the beauty of the place we are heading out to explore! #optoutside #hiking #hikela #eatoncanyonfalls #photographer #lifestylephotography

A post shared by Mayra Stevenson Photography (@mayrastevensonphotography) on Jul 2, 2017 at 11:19pm PDT