Wedding Photographer Under $1000?

JessK85

Hi Girls,

Apparently my definition of "cheap" is different from most wedding blogs.  Can anyone recommend a quality, up-and-coming photographer in Los Agneles with wedding packages under $1000 for a Saturday in June?  Closer to the $800 range would be even better!

All we need is a photographer for 5-6 hours who provides retouched JPG's after the ceremony that we are allowed to reprint.  Videography and a physical album are not necessary.  They would have to drive to the ceremony location, so I acknowledge that might cost us a little extra.

Obviously we want nice pictures, but every name photographer got started somewhere.  I'm looking for someone who has a good eye but is still building their portfolio.  Any recommendations?

Ksk2012

Hello,
I totally understand what you are looking for. So a friend has used my photographer for work events and she used her for some other things. Our wedding is not until April, but I have spoken with her on the phone and she comes recommended.  She is giving me 6 hours and photos on disk and rights to reprint them.  $1000 was our budget too!

Debra Simmons, Photographer

www.DiamondDustStockPhotography.com

www.DiamondDustPhotography.com

www.MySpace.com/ddust

"You're beautiful; let me prove it to you"

Ksk2012

This si another photographer I reached out to.. and in the text is his email response to me. I didnt contact him because I met Debbie and liked her.

My wedding package starts at $1000 and includes me and a second photographer for 6 hours, a free one hour engagment session, an online web gallery for you and your guests, 25 edited photos on FaceBook to share with friends and family, and a disk with edited high reslolution photos that are ready to print. Everything can be customized to fit your needs so if you want to add  anything please let me know. I can also provide high end quality prints and other amazing products if you are interested.

George Nathan
(951) 522-6637
www.GeorgeNathanPhotography.com
www.FaceBook.com/GeorgeNathanPhotography

monet7383

You can also try La-event.com I am using them for video but I like their pics. If I hadn't booked my photographer months ago, I would have Terry doing everything.

Ksk2012

@monet7383... I just checked out their site.. I like those pictures too.. Looks really nice. I may give them a call too.. just to compare my person ( listed above) to Terry.

I was planning to place my deposit by Monday... but they offer one more hour for $50 more.... Hmmm

Thanks!

monet7383

Hope everything works out. $50 for one more hour isn't bad at all.

dragontrainer

I use tepetepe photography. Hired them for my graduation and loved the photos.

www.tepetepe.com

skylawalton

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[QUOTE]Hi Girls, Apparently my definition of "cheap" is different from most wedding blogs.  Can anyone recommend a quality, up-and-coming photographer in Los Agneles with wedding packages under $1000 for a Saturday in June?  Closer to the $800 range would be even better! All we need is a photographer for 5-6 hours who provides retouched JPG's after the ceremony that we are allowed to reprint.  Videography and a physical album are not necessary.  They would have to drive to the ceremony location, so I acknowledge that might cost us a little extra. Obviously we want nice pictures, but every name photographer got started somewhere.  I'm looking for someone who has a good eye but is still building their portfolio.  Any recommendations?
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</div><div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">Hello!</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;"> </div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">My name is Skyla and I am a wedding photographer.</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">Congratulations on your engagement and upcoming wedding! I would love to provide your photographey services!</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">
</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">I have been a photographer for six years and have photographed numerous weddings. I use all professional, top of the line gear and editing software. Having just recently got married and been involved in the wedding industry, I understand the importance of having someone you can trust to capture your wedding day! I strive to always give my clients the best experience possible along with striking images that will last a lifetime.</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">
</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">For your special day, I would be able to provide you with wedding coverage, a DVD of high resolution images (with full printing rights), and an online gallery at the rate of $200 per hour for a 2012 wedding.  I also offer everything from signing canvases to photo booths at varying costs. </div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">
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</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">If this sounds of interest to you, I would love to hear from you. You can reach me by email at skyla@skylawalton.com</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">
</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;"><div>You can view my website at <a style="color:#1155cc;" href="http://skylawalton.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">skylawaltonphoto.com</a></div><div>
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</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">Again, congratulations! Best of luck!</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">
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</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">Kind Regards,</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);line-height:normal;text-align:-webkit-auto;">Skyla</div><div style="color:#222222;font-family:arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;background-color:rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);">skyla@skylawalton.com</div>
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lauraburbano

Hello,

Congrats on your wedding!  I am an up and coming photographer and will do your wedding for $850, including edited pics, online gallery and a DVD with all the pics.  I'm offering this price right now to kick off my wedding photographer and build up my portfolio.  I don't have a website yet, but if you are interested I can send you samples of what I've done in the past.  I have been a portrait photographer for about three years as a side hobby in addition to the location scouting business that I own.

Please contact me if interested. 909-800-8316

Best,

Laura