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I have always loved taking photos. Landscapes and cityscapes, but most especially portraits in all forms. I love the individuality that comes out in an image; an expression will flash across a face and often the lens is the only way to grab it. To be able to capture the true personality of my subject, to meet new people, travel to far off places and have fun? This is why I do what I do! Weddings have been part of my life since 2002 when I signed on as an assistant for a well known photographer in South Florida. Over the years I've had the pleasure of working with talented photographers and have amazing clients in Florida, Georgia, Colorado, and New England and now San Diego... A few other things about me: - My first camera was a blue plastic Fisher Price when I was seven. - If I wasn't a photographer I'd be a marine biologist. You know, so I could ride around in a boat all day playing with whales and dolphins. - Molly's my 12-year-old puppy. She goes everywhere with me and has traveled to 38 states. (That's her kissing me below.) - Sometimes I add things that I've already completed to my "to do" list just so I can cross them off. - I've been all over the continental US, so if I could go anywhere I'd travel to Nepal, Australia, New Zealand (again), Africa (everywhere), Russia, Hawaii, Spain, and Ireland. (This is not an all-inclusive list.) - A major goal: to learn more than 10 words of Spanish. - And another one: learn to play piano.

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Hi, I'm Avalon :) I've been interested in photography ever since my mom gifted me a polaroid camera as a child. Then I fell in love with film photography; developing photos in the dark room of my high school. I became captivated with measuring light. That passion lead to my graduation from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a Film and Digital Media degree. By being raised in a family of creative individuals, I've come to love how to think outside of the box. Also having a mother who has been a wedding planner since I was born has allowed me to fall in love with love, and how people express their unique love on their wedding day. I know every client's style is unique and I'm are here to capture original and authentic imagery. Photography and/or cinematography, to me, is the measurement of light and happiness in every environment and my goal is capturing that moment; allowing it to last on forever more through image and video. Let me help you create the imagery that leaves you and I smiling, and all others speechless.

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I am the link that captures moments in time that will last forever in the mind's eye. I am the link between you and the camera that I hold in my hand. Knowing that I create lasting memories for happy brides, close families, loving couples, and playful children keeps my passion in what I do constant, free flowing, and creative in the moment. It truly feels good to love what I do. I won't stop. After spending years in the corporate world and never truely feeling content I found my passion and talent in photography. My first wedding came by chance in the summer of 2005 and it was then that I decided to put all my energy and time into learning the art and the craft of photography. It was an excellent decision. It feels good to wake up every morning and love what I do! I wish that everyone could find his or her passion and follow it with as much reward as I have. I continue to learn, I continue to grow, I continue to fuel my passion and I continue to capture real people, real emotions, and essential events.

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Michael is an Elite San Diego Wedding Photographer and has been photographing weddings in Southern California for 14 years. Michael has photographed over 300 weddings with True Photography. From The Grand Del Mar, Hotel Del Coronado, Park Hyatt, La Costa Resort, The Grant Hotel, Rancho Valencia, The Estancia, and many more.

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"WOW! I can't believe I get to live my dream job." The best part of my job are the couples I meet and how they let me be a part of one of the most important, intimate, and magical moment of their life. As your photographer, I'm not just someone who gets to snap pictures of your wedding, I get to be your STORYTELLER. It still fills my heart when I hear my couples tell me that their photos brought them to tears because I was able to their day in a way that they can relive them over and over. When it's all said and done, the way your wedding is documented will be all that's left of that special day. My goal is to capture YOUR story the way you'd like to remember it. I will document your special day in a unique way that highlights the emotions and joy through candid shots as well as capture a variety of portraits that you and your family will treasure for a lifetime of memories.

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Ciara hails from Northern California, and was born with a curious mind and a mischievous spirit. She was a strong student, and had aspirations of modeling, until her attentions turned to the other side of the camera. While in high school, she saved up wages from her restaurant job to buy her first real camera, a Nikon F100. Later, after assisting friends at a wedding, she knew that she had found her true calling.

For years, Ciara has drawn inspiration from legendary photographers, including her favorite, Herb Ritts. Drawing from her influences, she developed her own artistry, combining emotion and glamour to create sophisticated images. In addition to the must-have photos, she loves photographing the quiet, unguarded moments between family members and newly married couples.

Along with wedding photography, Ciara is often sought out for her specialty in birth photography, maternity, and boudoir. She enjoys supporting conservationist causes, and has two beautiful sons.

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Born in Poland and raised in California, Voytek's passion for photography has been anchored across continents. As a visual artist, Voytek has made his mark by truly capturing the essence of the emotion, experience, and journey of every event he has been privileged to shoot. His photojournalism style approaches your special day with a candid authenticity, adding a special touch of artistry, and replicating your day as you remember it. With 7 years of experience in the photography world of weddings, special portraits, family portraits, and professional photos, Voytek will make sure your photography desires and needs are met.

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Megan grew up in Chalmetta, Louisiana, 15 minutes from New Orleans, and has a charming accent to prove it. Megan took an early interest in photography, along with many other activities such as dance, cheerleading, violin, and piano. In college, she immersed herself in photography and fine art, with specialties in nature, family, and lifestyle portraits.

When she began photographing professionally, Megan was quickly drawn to wedding photography because of the happiness, energy, and excitement of the big day. Her top favorite moment to photograph is the vow exchange, and the pure expression of love between happy couples. Her enthusiasm, creativity, and technical knowledge makes her a great photographer, with the expertise to handle both large and intimate events.

Megan has a vibrant and fun-loving personality. She has won numerous regional photo contests, as well as acclaim for her coverage of the US Tennis Association. When not photographing, she enjoys hiking, California sunsets, traveling with her better half, and live music.

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I have photographed weddings and couples throughout San Diego since 2004. I love to artistically blend print worthy imagery with an alert and attentive perspective of your vision to create something one-of-a-kind: your story that you can relive and enjoy through the years.

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Amber was born in Nuremberg, Germany, to a military household. The family eventually settled in Las Vegas, where Amber attended a performing arts high school. The curriculum encouraged students to explore different artistic pursuits, and Amber found herself drawn to photography and the darkroom. One day, she claimed her dad’s old Canon AE1 as her own, and she never looked back.

Although she had creative eye, Amber knew that in order be at the top of the industry, she needed to strengthen her technical knowledge. So after high school, she made the decision to move to New York, where she attended the School of Visual Arts. Because she was a quick study, she was able to learn digital photography just as the technology was emerging, and became a pioneer in the field.

Amber excels at wedding photography because of her natural positive energy, which keeps her moving throughout the day. She has an easygoing personality, and is a calm and reassuring presence behind the camera. Her recent work has been featured throughout WeddingWire, and she enjoys writing and film in addition to photography.

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I eloped in Florence in the most romantic setting I go out of my way to go to a movie theatre that has the best popcorn I have been a professional photographer for over 20 years I grew up in rural Indiana and my family and I built a cabin from the ground up I have always loved motorcycles & martial arts. It’s the rocker chick in me! I was fortunate to work for Vogue Photographer, Roxanne Lowit I may or may not have a Zulily obsession My clients hire me for my zany personality I have two lovable dogs named Astro & Ash First job in New York City was corporate Ralph Lauren. It turned out I am not a corporate girl! I am constantly learning new ways to renovate my home

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Jamie Hall is a Virginia-born photographer based in San Diego and developed an interest in photography during his college years. After studying Vocal Performance and Computer Technology, Jamie moved to San Diego, California in 2010 to work as a Brand Manager. He learned a lot about storytelling and began crafting his skills with the camera.Jamie went on to develop a passion for capturing people in a different and creative light. Creating smiles daily has always been his mission for his clients and continues to be today.

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I'm Erin. I'm a photographer, traveler, and wide-eyed wonderer. I live in a 1976 Airstream travel trailer that my husband and I restored from the ground up. It's named the Bicentennial Falcon. My favorite pastimes include exploring Disneyland, so much Netflix, and hanging out with people on the best day of their lives. I have a loud laugh. I love a good cabernet franc. I can't get enough of my cute husband, and I'm on a constant search for the best tacos in the world. After all of our travels, my husband Phil and I have landed in San Diego and we LOVE IT. I want to get you in front of my lens and share a few moments with the real you. The you that snuggles with the people you love, or the you that laughs whenever your dad says something embarrassing, or the you that can't wipe that goofy grin off your face at the first peek of your bride or groom. I'm disarming and silly, kind and empathetic, and I want to know you and catch something amazing about you in one of my photographs. Drop me a line, let me know all about your love and wedding plans, and let me get excited with you!!

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San Diego Photographer

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My biggest wish during my work is for the client to have a great experience. I strive to deliver an unforgettable moment that can be kept forever—both in pictures and in memory. I work closely with each client to ensure their experience is fantastic, and exceeds their expectations. Originally from Brazil, I come from a family of creative minds and beautiful souls. My father and grandfather are renowned photographers and architects; and my mother an avid art collector. As a child I would spend hours looking at their work, dreaming of being a photographer. When I was 15 years old my mother handed down my father’s cameras to me. With his Polaroid and 35mm Leicas, I was able to learn the fundamentals of photography and focus on acquiring technical knowledge before I took on the digital world. Even though most of my equipment today is digital, I still like to shoot 35mm and develop my own film. In 2002, I moved to San Diego to pursue my dream of being a professional photographer. Along with my vintage cameras, I brought a deep desire to create something different. After I started college, I developed a passion for sports and water photography. From spending hours practicing in the water to attending countless workshops at the renowned Brooks Institute, I worked diligently to gain knowledge and experience. Cultivating my own unique approach to surf photography, I found success in my passion; seeing my work published in some of the most iconic surf magazines in the world. While working in the photo department at a surf magazine, I stumbled into an opportunity to shoot wedding photography in San Diego. One of the people I worked with at the magazine was a wedding photographer, and he needed an assistant. I wanted to learn something new so I gave it a shot, and it was amazing! Photographing weddings felt so fluid and natural, and I enjoyed it so immensely, that I quickly started shooting them more and more. Working with seasoned industry professionals, I eagerly absorbed everything I could about becoming a Wedding photographer. I have been mastering the fundamentals, experimenting with techniques and refining my style since 2006

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I bought my first DSLR the day before I earned my Bachelor’s degree in 2014, and I simply could not get over how much clicking was going on when I would take pictures: from the shutter and it feeling perfectly aligned with who I am and what I was made for. I decided to forgo pursuing a job in my field to learn anything and everything I could about photography, and two years later, I started shooting full-time. Choosing that career path has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I truly come alive when I get to make pictures. My ultimate goal with wedding and lifestyle photography is to make you feel incredibly at ease and excited in order to produce images that capture and reveal your genuine essence and emotion. I want the natural, real, authentic you to radiate through each and every collection of pixels, and I will go to great lengths to make sure you have an enjoyable time while doing so. When I’m not taking pictures of people, you can find me over at I’m the Blue Dot, a travel blog I started in 2017.

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In 2018, I was lucky to marry my beautiful and amazing wife, Jenny, in Lake Tahoe. Our wedding was magical. We were on Cloud 9, and our memories from that weekend will stay with us for a lifetime. It was shortly after that I envisioned helping other couples create the same lasting memories and find a way for them to relive their special day over and over through photos and film. Whether it’s your engagement, wedding, or a family mini-session, I’m here to help put you at ease while capturing each priceless moment. My goal is to make your photos frame-worthy and create lasting memories of your best day ever! My career in the arts led to my passion for photography and filmmaking. I began as a musician and music producer at Syracuse University, then ventured to California to earn a secondary degree in culinary arts. My experience in catering and as an executive chef brought me to sales in the wedding industry. I love bringing to life my clients’ vision for their dream day

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My name is Pauleen Chakravorty. I have been passionate about photography for as long as I can remember! My journey behind the camera started some 15 years ago. Prior to coming to the United States and launching my photography business, I played a huge role in India’s entertainment industry. I built my career as an event manager, casting director, public relations manager, and magazine editor in Tollywood & news service Bollywood. My experience in this sector enabled me to develop a sharp, edgy, and unique sense of style that is imprinted on every photography session I do! Starting a career as a photographer in the United States has been challenging but highly gratifying to me. I have had the opportunity to meet wonderful people and be a part of their memorable moments. It is what I learn from my clients in each photography session what I enjoy and treasure the most about my job! I see photography as the ideal platform for putting my talents and experience to the best use. My goal with every photo shoot is to give my clients a realistic and aesthetic moment capture. For me, photography is the perfect combination of art and physics! Driven, artistic, social, and easygoing. That is who I am! I believe in giving and helping others, integrity, and freedom. I am a genuine feminist and very down to earth! My great pleasures of life are food and traveling.

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Growing up I always treasured photos of my favorite memories and people. Those snapshots of a moment in time were so important to me, and I loved going through my old photo albums (which is why I always had a camera in hand from a young age!). Now, I LOVE being a photographer who can capture those moments and images for you to cherish always! My goal is to not only create the fantastic images and portraits that will adorn the walls of your home but to create a fun, relaxed, and memorable experience as well. I offer a wide range of photography services, including weddings, engagements, families sessions, maternity sessions, and headshots. ​

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I've always loved photography but weddings gave my passion a purpose. I've been married to my husband since Leap Day 2012 and love helping couples set a strong foundation for their marriage. Your wedding day should be totally stress-free and authentic to you. I'm here to capture all the beautiful moments so you can forever remember how much you love each other. I know when to step in to pose you and when to blend into the background. From the smallest details, candid moments, laughter and happy tears, you can rest assured I will capture it all beautifully for you. When I'm not photographing couples, you can find me on the beach, roadtrip, or hanging out with my family and dogs

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The first time I picked up a camera was while stationed in Japan with the Marine Corps. I had always had a passion for creativity, even at a young age. But it was that experience that channelled my passion into a professional career. The Marine Corps is also where I developed a disciplined work ethic. So, you can depend on me to respond to your questions quickly and thoroughly. And it’s why I’ve created a straightforward and transparent (yet still easy-going) ​​​​​​process ​ ​​​​​​from start to finish. ​​​​​​​ Leading up to your wedding day or session, you’ll always know what to expect and where things stand. On the day, I’ll wrangle you or your family for formal portraits without hesitancy – all while maintaining a calm demeanor. And I’ll crack jokes to help you let loose, smile, and have fun.

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Background My name is Shaun Hagen, and I have lived in north San Diego County for most of my life. During the past two decades I have taken my camera with me wherever I could. I have traveled throughout Asia, Europe and the United States. To be out in the world, camera in hand; there's nothing better. For the past several years I have focused the camera more on people. I quickly went from photographing landscapes to photographing babies, couples and weddings. Having a passionate hobby grow into a full-time business has been a dream-come-true. Education I graduated from San Diego State University with a B.A. degree in Graphic Design. Over the past 20 years I have taken many photography classes ranging from black & white, color film, classic darkroom methods, and a variety of digital classes. Philosophy I try to approach photography in a very casual manner. I like to capture scenes as naturally as possible. I want to showcase the people, the environment, and the emotions of the occasion while interfering as little as possible. I believe in building relationships with my clients; especially for weddings. I don't like to just show up, shoot some photos and leave. I want everyone involved to be familiar and comfortable with each other, so together we can come up with the best experience and quality photos as possible.

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Bruna is a talented and experienced photographer whose main goal is to capture the beauty and memories of life's special moments. She understands that having your photo taken can be an unnatural experience and that many people may feel awkward in front of the camera. But Bruna is here to help and make the experience a positive one. She aims to highlight all the beautiful and memorable stories through her lens, which will be shared with friends and future generations of the subjects' families. Her goal is to make her subjects feel comfortable and confident, so that they can look and feel their best in their photos. Bruna is dedicated to making sure that each and every photo session is a positive and enjoyable experience, and her clients have shared that they have felt comfortable, natural and at ease during their session with her. Trust her to capture the real you in your photos and to create lasting memories that you and your loved ones will treasure.

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I’m a West Coast gal. I was born in Oregon, grew up in Arizona, and then moved to California for college. I’m a San Diego State University alumna and I began photographing for The Daily Aztec, SDSU's student newspaper my Sophomore year of college. I contributed to the paper until I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with an emphasis in Media Studies. After school I found myself drawn to photographing people, so I continued on that path shooting more and more portraits and weddings. When I'm not shooting, I love to be outdoors (that's the main reason I moved to beautiful San Diego!), hike, rollerblade, go to electronic music festivals, spend time with my wife, family, closest friends, and of course relax at home with my two fluffy cats. I love to live my life and treat others with good intention and integrity.

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My passion for photography started early. By age 12 I could always be found running around with a Go Pro in hand, often working to capture action shots of my buddies surfing. As I evolved as a photographer, I became fascinated with lighting as a way to bring depth and emotion into my work. I continue to enjoy experimenting with both natural and artificial lighting, whether photographing landscapes or people. Recently, I have decided to pursue my dreams and make my passion for photography a full-time career. I am currently attending the University of Redlands pursuing a business degree and taking every opportunity to develop my skills as both a photographer and videographer. I love finding that perfect shot that freezes time and truly encapsulates the moment.

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SoCal Photographer & Cinematographer

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A "True" pioneer. She once turned bath salts into a usable soap. She allegedly was the original inventor of the far too under rated spork. Finally we can have soup and easily grab the chicken all at once. She was the first to run a half marathon in just under 26.2 miles. She hates peanuts but loves peanut butter. She was part of the 60's revolution but was born in the 70's. She is less than nothing, but so much more. If you are one of the amazing few that has actually read through this bio, you have won $500 off your wedding package. Just mention "I read Kim's Bio" and the savings are yours!

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My name is Aaron Feldman and I am the Chief Visionary Officer of True PHotography. I originally founded True Photography in 2000, after graduating from Brooks Institute of Photography. At first, I began photographing alone. I would shoot weddings, do the marketing to bring in more business, retouch the images, process the accounting, and build albums. Although my clients were happy, I found that I was spread too thin to accomplish everything effectively. I would start a retouch project and then leave immediately to photograph a wedding... Then I would come home and have an album to complete. I wanted to produce the highest level of happy for my clients as well as myself, and I realized that big changes needed to be made. Fast-forward to today, and many refinements, today, True Photography is made up of a very small, hand-picked team of talented individuals. Not a photo factory. We are people who love to photograph and are dedicated to creating amazing images for your wedding day. We share a common vision of what we feel good wedding photography should be. This has taken years to refine, and we continue to grow together as creative artists. With the technical expertise, and innovative mindset of our team, there are no limits to what we can produce.

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Courtney Buffett, a San Diego native, first became drawn to photography on a family vacation to Europe at age 14. She went on to study photography in college, and began shooting in-house for a well-known portrait studio for several years. Eventually, she tried her hand at wedding photography, and was hooked. Courtney is a talented and charismatic photographer, and she creates indelible images that capture the spirit and emotion of the day. Courtney says: “I enjoy thinking on my feet and being able to handle whatever situation may arise. The wedding day is so full of love, activity, and pure emotion, and I’m delighted that my job is to capture it all.” Courtney’s other interests include spending time with her family, hiking, swimming, and relaxing at the beach.

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