The wedding of my dream was a success! Thanks to Ben for capturing it all. Anticipated to show my future kids one day, Lord willing. Also, I showed friends and family that couldn’t make it to the wedding and they were in awe of how beautiful it was. They said , I had a great photographer. Thank you Ben again for having a good eye and being super nice as well, we need more of those. :)

Elizabeth & Esteban

Ben is an amazing photographer. Very punctual and kind. He delivered more than we can ever ask for! Thank you for capturing the magic from the best day of our lives ❤ Truly had the best photographer! I’m so glad we crossed path and you made our day a dream come true!

Joan & Matt

My husband and I had our wedding at the Carlsbad Windmill. We found Ben through a review he had left of the venue and noticed he had some experience with that venue. We hired Ben to photograph our wedding and we are so glad we did! We worked with Ben from our engagement session to our wedding day. Ben is very detailed, he helped us breakdown the timeline which made our day run pretty smooth. He also directed us well and he worked well with Paul the second photographer that was part of the package. My husband and I absolutely love our photos and have received compliments from friends and family. We highly recommend Ben 💛!

Matt & Lorena

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My 8 hour wedding photography package is perfect for couples looking for all their essential moments throughout the day captured. This package is great for those not seeking as much getting ready or reception coverage. Includes an online gallery and a one hour engagement session. My approach is to focus on creating a relaxed and authentic experience, so you can enjoy your day while I capture all the beautiful moments. I believe in clear expectations and communication from both parties and do at least two pre-wedding consultations to go over the timeline and plans for the day. My shooting and posing style is loose, candid and directional and I strive to create natural emotions and real moments that seamlessly blend with the rest of the gallery. When you book, we will start the process of discussing all the important details of the wedding, and planning a thorough timeline. If you'd like to schedule a consultation and get to know each other a bit more before booking, feel free to contact me with a day and time you have in mind and I'd be more than happy to grab lunch or chat over the phone. Let's create some amazing memories together!

Wedding Photography (8 Hours + Engagement Session)

My 8 hour wedding photography package is perfect for couples looking for all their essential moments throughout the day captured. This package is great for those who need more than one photographer for multiple locations at the same time and want more photos overall. Includes an online gallery and a one hour engagement session. My approach is to focus on creating a relaxed and authentic experience, so you can enjoy your day while I capture all the beautiful moments. I believe in clear expectations and communication from both parties and do at least two pre-wedding consultations to go over the timeline and plans for the day. My shooting and posing style is loose, candid and directional and I strive to create natural emotions and real moments that seamlessly blend with the rest of the gallery. When you book, we will start the process of discussing all the important details of the wedding, and planning a thorough timeline. If you'd like to schedule a consultation and get to know each other a bit more before booking, feel free to contact me with a day and time you have in mind and I'd be more than happy to grab lunch or chat over the phone. Let's create some amazing memories together!

Wedding Photography (8 Hours + 2nd Photographer + Engagement Session)

My 8 hour wedding photography and videography package is perfect for couples looking for all their essential moments throughout the day captured. Great for single location weddings, and those who want all the important parts of the ceremony and reception covered. My approach is to focus on creating a relaxed and authentic experience, so you can enjoy your day while I capture all the beautiful moments. I believe in clear expectations and communication from both parties and do at least two pre-wedding consultations to go over the timeline and plans for the day. My shooting and posing style is loose, candid and directional and I strive to create natural emotions and real moments that seamlessly blend with the rest of the gallery. When you book, we will start the process of discussing all the important details of the wedding, and planning a thorough timeline. If you'd like to schedule a consultation and get to know each other a bit more before booking, feel free to contact me with a day and time you have in mind and I'd be more than happy to grab lunch or chat over the phone. Let's create some amazing memories together!

Wedding Photography + Videography (8 Hours)

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Capturing Your Story – Making Memories Last a Lifetime!

I take pride in making photography sessions fun and stress-free, avoiding heavy posing to focus on genuine emotions. 

My goal is to create photos that bring back joy and remind you of your best moments. More than just a photographer, I assist in planning and ensuring your wedding day runs smoothly. I strive to make your special day enjoyable without turning it into an all-day photo shoot, while still delivering incredible photos that will become a part of your family's legacy.

If you're looking for someone to bring your vision to life, I'm here to help. Let's chat and make your dream wedding come true.

Why I Shoot

This is my about section. Please use everything between the () for style, but not the actual content: (Hey, I'm Ben!

I'm a wedding photographer and videographer based in San Diego, California. Your wedding day is one of the most amazing, and important, days of your life. That's why I strive to help create and capture the special moments that make your wedding so memorable. You're making a story that deserves to be told, so let's tell it!)

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Had a lot of fun shooting Abby&nbsp;+&nbsp;Evans engagement session at Sunset Cliffs.

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Abby + Evan Sunset Cliffs Engagement Session

February 2nd, 2023

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