Posts tagged los angeles documentary wedding photographer
Marina and Alejandro’s Wedding at Los Robles Greens
 

Marina and Alejandro’s day was overflowing with love you could feel. 💗 From the quiet, sacred moments inside their family church in Los Feliz to the wild, joy-filled dance floor at Los Robles Greens, everything felt easy, warm, and deeply genuine.

As a Los Angeles wedding photojournalist, my work is rooted in documentary wedding photography. That means I do not chase “perfect” staged shots. Honestly, what even is perfect? For me, it is about stepping into the heartbeat of the day. It is about capturing moments that are raw, unscripted, and full of truth.

With Marina and Alejandro, that heartbeat was STRONG. Their wedding was full of loud laughter, big hugs, and crazy dance moves. But there were also tender, quiet moments that carried so much weight. They honored the memory of her dad and aunt in ways that felt soft and powerful. Their presence was felt all around, reminding everyone that love goes beyond time and space.

When I look at these photos, I see what documentary photography is all about. I see joy that cannot be staged. I see tears that cannot be planned. I see family connections that are deep and real. This is why I love Los Robles Greens wedding photography and why I keep pursuing documentary wedding photography in Los Angeles.

📸: by me and Brett

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Why You Should Keep Your Documentary Wedding Photographer Until the End of the Night
 

Let me tell you a little secret: some of the best wedding photos happen at the very end.

You know, after the cake has been cut. After the formalities. After the speeches and the group portraits. When your shoes are off, your hair is messy, and everyone is just being their best selves on the dance floor.

That’s when the real magic happens.

We’re talking about joyful chaos. Drunk hugs. Grandma dancing to Beyoncé. Friends crying happy tears in the corner. Wild moves no one will remember the next day. And of course… that one cousin who thinks he’s in a boy band now. 😂

When our coverage of wedding photography and wedding videography gets cut early, we often miss out on the real and unfiltered joy that happens once the pressure is off. The last few hours are where the raw emotions come through; sometimes they are the kind of thing that makes your wedding story unforgettable.

As a wedding photojournalist, I love documenting these moments because they will remind you how your wedding felt

Not just how it looked.

Here are a few moments we’ve captured only because we stayed until the very end (and YES, you’ll see what we mean in the photos below):

 
 

These are real memories. The ones you’ll laugh at, cry over, and treasure forever.

So if you're wondering how long you should have your wedding photographer stay, here's our advice:
Keep us until the end.

Because that’s when the kind of raw memories no one plans happen.

Want photos that tell the whole story?

We specialize in documentary wedding photography, documentary wedding videography, and wedding photojournalism that captures authentic, emotional, and candid wedding photos - from morning prep to the last dance.

Let’s make sure nothing gets missed.

 
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Los Angeles Wedding – Jada and Jared’s Candid Celebration at The Alexandria Ballrooms
 
 

Jada and Jared’s Los Angeles Wedding – All the Feels and All the Fun ❤️

Jada and Jared are the kind of couple that makes you believe in soulmates… but with a twist of tequila and a whole lot of jokes. 😂

These two first met at a college party. Jared walked up and said, “Hi, I’m Jared. Want to take a shot?” And honestly? That line changed everything. From strangers to soulmates - over years of laughs, travel, and building a life together - they finally made it official with the people who mean the most.

Their wedding in Los Angeles was a reflection of who they are: real, funny, tender, and totally in sync. They chose a simple ceremony that focused on connection and family, not trends or pressure. That’s what made it so powerful.

Jada looked absolutely stunning in a timeless white dress, while Jared brought all the charm (and then some!) in his sleek suit. But the best part? How they looked at each other. You could feel the love in every glance, every quiet moment, and every tight hug.

The day was filled with unforgettable moments - from a sweet first look to heartfelt vows, emotional toasts, and one wild dance floor. There were belly laughs, happy tears, and that kind of joy you can’t fake. Their love felt loud, in the best way.

We stayed until the end of Jada and Jared’s wedding at The Alexandria Ballrooms - and caught every last tear, hug, and wild dance move.

🎥 Watch their 5-minute Los Angeles wedding video:

 
 

We do wedding videos differently: no scripts, no poses—just real, honest storytelling with documentary wedding photography and videography.

Planning your wedding in Los Angeles?

If you want documentary wedding photos that feel real and full of life, not stiff or scripted, let’s connect.

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