Austin is the best there is. Plain and simple. I've posted this review on wedding wire, the knot, and I've even signed up for Yelp in order to proclaim my love for A. O'Brien Photography. Here is my whole review: Austin is an amazing artist! He will be my photographer at my destination wedding in Hawaii and I cannot be more excited! The pictures on his website impressed me, and as soon as I met him all of my apprehension about finding the right photographer vanished. I feel 1,000 % confident that I chose the right guy for the job. Not only is he SUPER professional and creative, he listens to what you want, he is very accommodating to your needs, and he is extremely kind and funny. Also, he seems like a very genuine person, which is important to me. I'll update my review once I get the end results, but I'm just so THRILLED about Austin that I can't keep it to myself! If you're on the fence about this guy, just meet with him and I'm sure you'll feel the same way I do! UPDATE: I'm absolutely astounded at how well Austin was able to capture the ambiance of my wedding. I couldn't be happier! A. O'Brien Photography is the best EVER!!!! It rained on my wedding day. Despite it all Austin was able to get stunning photos that were classy, professional and fun! He was so flexible and willing to work with us in any way! My husband and I are very camera shy, but Austin made us feel very relaxed and natural. Also, he didn't miss a beat! He got every shot I wanted and made us look like rock stars in the pictures! I would highly recommend A. O'Brien Photography to anyone and everyone getting married. He is a true artist. Hire Austin with A. O'Brien Photography and you won't be disappointed, I PROMISE!! read more

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Choosing A. O'Brien Photography was the best decision we made planning our wedding. Not only is he incredibly talented with the camera, but he was such a nice and caring guy. It was really important to us to hire someone we trusted and felt like we could communicate ideas to, and Austin was just perfect throughout the planning process. We first got to test out Austin during our engagement photos and loved the experience. We were nervous at first, since we aren't exactly what I would call photogenic, but the photos blew us away at how beautiful and cool they were. They were shot with a unique style that was very personalized to us. We told him we wanted a mix of romantic and edgy photos and that's what he gave us! He also traveled to 2 very different locations that we wanted, and that meant so much to us. By the time the wedding came around, I was pretty stress-free about how the photos would turn out, and being a stress-free bride is such a priceless experience. (I wish I was that stress free about all our vendors!) He showed up early with his assistant and got every shot we talked about. He was also really great about not getting in the way of the wedding, and views of the guests, if you know what I mean. We received so many glowing reviews from our guests about our upscale photographer with the fancy equipment! He was always going out of his way to find the perfect angle and has such vision for getting the right shot. I don't even know how he made our venue look as good as he did! We received sneak peak photos 4 days after our wedding which made this girl super happy on our honeymoon. I would definitely recommend Austin for beautiful professional photos personalized to you. We would definitely hire him again for our next special event. read more

Words could never describe how AMAZING Austin is. His work speaks for itself, just take one look at his portfolio and you will fall in love. My face doesn't love the camera (I always thought I only had one good side) but Austin someone managed to make me look gorgeous from EVERY angle. THANKS AUSTIN!! (My husband is basically a super model so he looks good no matter what... He didn't have anything to stress about when it came to taking our photos LOL.) When we first met with Austin I knew right away that he would be the photographer to shoot our wedding. He is very laid back, funny, and when you talk to him you feel like you are talking with an old friend. I am already awkward enough in front of a camera, I don't need to be any more awkward by having someone I don't feel comfortable around taking my photo. To top it off, Austin is very responsive to emails, easy to get a hold of, and an all-around great person! For our engagement photos, I was bent set on shooting both in Downtown L.A. and at the beach. Anyone who knows LA traffic should know that accomplishing this AND having enough time to shoot at each location would be tough. Austin mentioned the possible time constraints but knew that I had my heart set on it regardless and he didn't make us rush when we took our photos. He took his time getting perfect shots in BOTH locations and didn't nickel and dime us when we went WELL over our allowed time. When we completed our timeline a month before the wedding I realized that I would need to book additional hours with Austin. We were already way over budget but I contacted him about tweaking our photo package anyway. I think he could sense my level of panic so he offered me a custom photo package that not only fit our timeline but also our budget! Austin is seriously the greatest, I do not think any other photographer would have worked with us like he did. Before seeing the photos Austin took, I felt confident that we nailed it when we took our engagement photos. I felt the exact opposite about our wedding photos... I was hot and sweaty, I kept wiping my makeup off my face, I was distracted, etc, etc... Basically I was a hot MESS and I was sure our wedding photos would show it. I was totally wrong! As much as I LOVED our engagement photos, I love our wedding photos 1,000,000x's more! Austin is a TRUE artist, it's hard to believe that he doesn't charge more for what he does. If you want an amazing experience and an even more amazing photographer (that will give you photos that you will cherish for a lifetime) HIRE HIM immediately!!! You can thank me later ;-) read more

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From the time I first met Austin, I loved the way he was so easy to talk to and down to earth. I had met with a few other photographers and they rubbed me the wrong way for reasons of being late to being overly confident and other reasons. Austin is so down to earth and truly passionate about what he does. I had done research and wanted to tweak my options for photography and Austin worked with me and let me know that he would do whatever it took to get me exactly what I wanted. He took my engagement photos and that was the first time working with him. I knew then that my wedding pictures were going to be amazing. He went the extra mile to make sure our photos were amazing and always allowed me to contact him whenever possible via email and phone. I feel so honored to have been able to work with Austin and you really cannot go wrong with him! He is incredible!! :) read more

We had a great time working with Austin and his assistant for the day, Michael, for our wedding. They got a good combination of traditional wedding photos, candid moments, and more experimental shots. Austin was easy to work with, giving us good ideas and adapting to what might work best, during the engagement photos and day-of. Austin was fun to work with, great at getting memorable photos, and very responsive to our preferences. read more

HOLY SMOKES! Austin is the most AMAZING photographer!! He took our engagement photos in Santa Barbara and shot our wedding in the Bay Area last month. He is such a great guy, so easy to get alone with and laid back. You can see his creativity when he is shooting. He has a great eye and pays attention to detail. He responded to all my emails promptly and checked in with me to see how wedding planning was going.I could not be happier with our engagement photos and I know our wedding pictures will be even more amazing! I would recommend Austin in a heart beat! read more

Another great wedding vendor! Engagement Pictures: We had great engagement pictures. It was such a cold and sort of long day, since we had all these things to do prior to the shoot. However, Austin made it good for us and the pictures turned out great. Our engagement book was a huge hit at the wedding as well. It was so beautiful. We look forward to getting our wedding pictures now. Can't wait!!:) read more

It is no coincidence that Austin and "amazing" start with the same letter - they are one and the same. We booked Austin for our engagement shoot and our wedding and were not only impressed/moved by his (and his team's) dedication to our days (we had a loooooong wedding day), but our jaw's literally hit the floor (ok not literally, that would be a problem) when we saw our pictures. He's fun, energetic and creative. He makes standing in front of a camera seem natural. And most of all, something that newlyweds get anxious about, he is timely with the photos. Thank you, Austin! read more

Austin shot our wedding last week and we totally LOVED him!! It took me and my husband a while to find a photographer with a style we both liked and just an all around good guy. We both HATE being in front of the camera, so we really needed to make sure that if we had to have a camera in our face, at least we could like the guy :) He made us feel totally comfortable and was really good at keeping us in the moment and just reminding us of how special our wedding day really was. On top of that, he put up with our CRAZY bridal party, whom by the end of the night, were all also enamored with him. I can sing his praises all day, but in short, Austin was very professional and fun. We could not have asked for a better photographer to have captured our special day. Should we ever feel the need to subject ourselves to a full day of pictures, we will definitely be going with him. read more

Blessed. Austin not only shocked us with his stunning captures but was truly an honor, pleasure, and joy to work with from the start. He was just as excited for our marriage as we were to have him. As a photographer myself who works in the television/film industry, his talent, professionalism, humility, consideration, kind demeanor is truly unmatched as I've never met or worked with someone to his caliber. He's blessed us for life and I'll jump at the opportunity to give back in any way possible. His images reflect his heart. Beautiful. Thank you my friend. -Shane and Rachel P. read more

Wow. Austin is top notch, and my wife and I cannot recommend him highly enough. We met with several photographers prior to our July wedding, and Austin blows them out of the water. Believe what's on his blog and the samples he'll show you...that's what our wedding photos look like! We had a difficult wedding to shoot: sunset, outdoors, and then night. There was a ton if tricky lighting, and Austin made it all work. Beyond his work being the best I've ever seen, Austin's just an awesome guy. He got creative with our photos, becoming a partner who helped us design some shots. He was so accommodating of our requests and worked with us on some tricky logistics. Truly, you should choose Austin. Best wedding decision...except for, you know, the wife. read more

My Daughter hired Austin to photograph her wedding in Kauai. I was a little gun shy about hiring someone from Southern California to photograph a wedding in Kauai. I felt uncomfortable with not being able to meet him beforehand and I also felt challenged by the difficulty of being able to follow through on the contract if we needed to. However, when I met Austin in Kauai, my discomfort was immediately assauged. Austin is professional, thorough, sensitve and insightful and his photos are just so darned good...I mean really, really good....great in fact. Every photo he took captures the character of the participant and tells a story in and of itself. My Daughter did not want standard "posed" photos. She wanted an artist. Austin is that artist. He is painstakingly detail oriented, but he also captures the moment. I even have one of my teenager in a beenie while putting on his tux....love it... Not only Austin have a fantastic, artful eye, he is also incredibly ethical and responsible. It poured on the day of my Daughter's wedding, absolutely poured and it didn't let up all day...it got worse as the day went on. Imagine an outdoor garden wedding in Kauai where the grounds are flooding. Austin not only took fantastic photos (complete with umbrellas), but he stayed on the Island for a few days and offered to take more photos when the weather changed. Now, in all fairness, he had already met his obligations by attending and photographing the wedding and he had every right to call it a day. It's not his fault or within his control if the weather doesn't agree with our plans. However, he stayed behind and took photos two days later that were outstanding. He is also very warm and friendly and a pleasure to work with. We enjoyed his company so much that we included him in some of our family activities. He declined one day in order to tour the island so that he could get some ideas for our Daughter's wedding and destination weddings later (excellent work ethic). All I can say is that Austin is worth taking to your destination and if your destination is Kauai, consider taking him with you. He's worth it and he has great shots of the island. P.S. I liked his photography so much that I would hire him for all of our family events if he is available (graduations, weddings, births, etc.) and is willing to travel. read more

Austin is simply amazing. We were beyond lucky to have him as our wedding photographer. I am absolutely convinced that he is the best out there. The day of my wedding my mother in law told him directly that she loved him because of how wonderful our engagement pictures turned out. His passion for photography stands above the rest. He is also a very warm and friendly and creates a fun atmosphere during the picture taking process. My husband is notorious for disliking lengthy photo sessions, and with Austin he does great! Needless to say, he is 100% worth every penny. read more

He was even better than I'd imagined. He worked his butt off at our wedding. I can't even tell you how many guests went out of their way to tell us how amazing our photographer was at the wedding. He put everyone at ease and wasn't intrusive at all. I heart Austin O'brien. You can quote me on that. read more

Austin is amazing!!! He is funny and fun to work with. He was quick to respond to my every question and always had a positive and easy going response. He was very flexible with me throughout the process. He has gerat ideas, took my ideas and improved on them, and my pictures look fabulous!!! I highly recommend Austin to anyone in California!!! read more

Austin is an incredibly talented photographer! I work with his a makeup artist and its always a pleasure and an honor. He is incredibly creative and brilliant. He is always thinking of new ideas and concepts for shoots whether it's a glamour, fashion, engagement or wedding shoot. If you are looking for wedding photography, he is a wonderful person to have around on your big day. Austin is always calm and fun and will give you incredible pictures of the most special day of your life. read more

This review is long overdue. Austin is such a wonderful, hard working, professional and friendly guy. My wife and I couldn't have been happier with everything he did for us throughout our wedding experience and engagement. I met Austin around 2011, when my buddy was married and I was the best man. Right away, I knew I wanted to work with Austin and have him do my wedding pictures, even though I wasn't in a relationship or even had anything promising. I just knew that he was the right guy regardless of who I married. Well about 3 years later, I called Austin and told him that my wife and I wanted him to do our pictures. He was so excited and immediately made us feel like we were his top priority, even though he had a lot of other clients and work going on. No matter what we needed or what we asked, he always took care of us. We started out by doing a little engagement session to get my wife and I comfortable working with him, and the camera. That was a great experience because it was the first time my wife got to meet Austin and she knew immediately what a sweet guy he was. So we were together for several hours and we had a blast, we also got some wonderful pictures from our time together and we are so blessed to have those. He is such a class act. My wife and I were married in San Luis Obispo which is close to us, but a little bit of a drive from Pasadena. He had a Friday wedding in San Diego and our wedding in SLO the following day. You wouldn't have known he had anything else going on because he was fresh, excited, full of energy and ready to go. The day of the wedding he posted a picture of his trustee socks on FB and next thing I knew be was there. He scouted out some great locations for photos, and got to work immediately. I don't think he stopped moving the whole time he was there and he was there the ENTIRE day. I honestly can't say enough about the guy, he has a special place in my heart and I love the guy to death. If we are ever blessed enough to have a child one day, Austin is going to be making a trip.... ORD-LAX. Thank you isn't big enough for all you did for us Austin. I'm so happy you were there for our life changing day. read more

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Austin was the photographer for my dear friends wedding in last December. I was a bridesmaid in the got to work with Austin throughout the day. He was not only professional, but extremely creative and fun to work with. He set up amazing shots and all the photos turned out amazing. I know the Bride and Groom were extremely pleased with the work he did for them. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for a professional photographer. read more

Austin was more than we could have ever hoped for in a photographer for our wedding. He was incredibly professional and personal as well. From the first time we met with him, I could tell he really cared about us as a couple and was going to do whatever he could to help gives us the memories and look we wanted to remember our day. He was kind and made us feel really comfortable, letting us be ourselves as well as offering really fun ideas. He has a real eye and gut sense of those moments that you will really want to remember and captured them so well :) I love looking at my wedding pictures because they bring me back to the day and how I felt in those moments. I am actually even considering booking him for a "trash the dress" session because my husband enjoyed our original experience so much. read more

Austin is seriously the best photographer ever! Before our wedding day, Austin was always quick to respond to emails or any of the silly questions I had. He was there every step of the way while I was planning everything out. When it came to the wedding day Austin was on time and ready to go. He led the charge with my bridesmaids and groomsmen and all detail photos I wanted so I could enjoy my morning. Although the hotel room wasn't the most glamorous, he made the first look with my father look amazing. The ceremony photos were perfection, he caught every moment of our first look together, and made a seamless transition into family photos. The photos of just my husband and I are to die for! He scouted the property ahead of time and totally knew where all the amazing shots would be. He made us both feel so comfortable. My husband hates being in front of the camera so I was really worried to see what his pictures would look like and when I saw my GQ model of a husband I knew Austin was worth every penny!! He stayed for most of the reception and got all of the speeches and detail shots I would have never thought to get! He was so professional and so amazing to work with. These photos are going to last me a lifetime, they are timeless! I cannot rave about him enough!! He caught every moment, every interaction, all my loved ones in such beautiful detail I can never thank him enough!! read more

Austin was a great pleasure to work with. He is patient, takes great photos, and a true professional all around. My wife and I had our engagement pictures and wedding photos done by him and were very impressed with all of them. He responds quickly to emails, and is helpful in answering any questions or offering advice. I would highly recommend him.! Thank you Austin! read more

Austin did my headshots for me and gave me TONS of usable pictures and a very wide variety of looks - something that is crazy important as an actor. He is also super good at capturing the essence of what you need and who you are as an actor. Since using his headshots, I have found a significant boost in getting auditions. Last night I auditioned for one of the top casting directors in LA and she went on and on about what a perfect shot it was and asked for his name to recommend him!!!! Woo! Lastly, his prices are incredibly reasonable. I highly recommend him for theatrical or commercial headshots, as he has a studio and is great doing shoots outdoors for natural lighting. read more

Where do I start? We met Austin in LA several years ago when we were visiting extended family where he took our family portrait (with several young and uninterested children btw) and amongst many challenges, created beautiful photos. We reengaged him the following year when we went back to LA for a summer visit, and the next summer and the next summer. Each year we used a different venue and each year he created memories and captured moments more precious than the year before. Ironically and fortuitously for us, we are from Chicago and he followed us here :) We have had the benefit of his kind, tolerant and friendly demeanor and photographic expertise both in CA and in Chicago. I would and have recommended him to anyone and everyone. He is incredibly talented and such a pleasure to work with. We love you, Austin! read more

My fiance & I just had an engagement shoot with Austin. The pictures turned out perfectly! Austin was very friendly & made us feel comfortable posing. He also suggested all of the locations to take pictures since we went to Pasadena. He gave us pretty garden shots & more urban shots too. He was also very open to hearing any feedback or ideas we had & really wanted to give us pictures that we loved. I would highly recommend Austin for anyone looking for a photographer. read more

Austin is absolutely amazing in every way! We first had him do out engagement session, in which we were BLOWN away with his work! He took us to an incredible area in Laguna Beach with a variety of different settings, which made for awesome pictures. The feedback we received from our family and friends about how much they loved the photos was overwhelming. Not only does he do great work, he's extremely nice and so much fun to work with. His talent shines through his photos and we couldn't be happier with not only the work he did for our engagement photos, but the wedding as well. He was so organized and professional which really takes the pressure off the bride and groom. You can rest assured that he will take care of every detail. His team was also a pleasure to work with. We HIGHLY recommend Austin for any occasion and we can't wait to work with him again! read more

Austin in such a great photographer. He was very friendly and made my wife and I feel very relaxed and comfortable on our wedding day. We couldn't be happier with the quality of the pictures and the entire experience was wonderful. I would gladly recommend him to anyone!! read more

No doubt Austin O'Brien was the best choice for my maternity photo shoot! From the very beginning it was very pleasant experience. Austin was responsive on emails - answered all questions, gave good recommendation on what to wear for me and for my husband. During the photo shoot Austin made everything to make us, first-timers, feel comfortable and relaxed. Austin picked one authentic place with beautiful views in Pasadena. He was very creative as for poses and locations. When we've got pictures - I couldn't describe how happy I was about how we looked on them! The pictures were very colorful and vivid. Me, my belly and my husband look so perfect together! I'm just so glad to capture this period of our lives with pictures made by Austin. I would highly recommend Austin O'Brien Photography to all my friends! read more

Austin is the best photographer that I have ever come across! He photographed my daughter's wedding on Catalina Island and did a fabulous job. He was organized, knew what photos we wanted taken, was able to move quickly to keep on time, and had no trouble directing the group. The light on the Island can be difficult to work with, but he had no trouble. He is the best and we were so lucky to have him be our photographer. read more

Selecting a photographer can be burdensome. I mean seriously, there are hundreds and hundreds of wedding photographers to sift through. But if you are reading this, look no further because I have done the countless hours of homework for you.... Wedding photographer: Austin O'Brien. Done. And done. You can check that off your list. Okay, let me give you the details on him and his team. Prior to meeting Austin, I read every review on him, looked through his online blogs and portfolios, and reviewed his Facebook page. So by the time I was done, I pretty much knew that he would be my wedding photographer. All I had to do was meet him to seal the deal. My husband and I met Austin at his studio in Pasadena over a cup of coffee. We instantly took a liking a to him. He's laidback, knowledgeable, super friendly, and professional... all at the same time. We instantly booked him for an engagement session and our wedding day. Fast forward to our engagement session.... Austin helped us choose not one but two locations! We spent the day with him and his assistant, which was super fun! We got to know him a little better, and Austin's personality helped us feel more comfortable in front of the camera. When we saw the photos, I was truly amazed! The lighting, the poses, the candid shots, and his unique style made our photos gorgeous! The weeks before my wedding day, Austin was very helpful! He even met me at my wedding venue to do a walk through! Having him as my photographer alleviated so much stress. I knew I could count on Austin to deliver nothing but the best. Moving on to my wedding day... The day was PERFECT, and I was on cloud 9! Austin and his team were there from start to finish, and they did an AMAZING job capturing every memorable moment. He had the perfect balance between traditional photos (posed) and candid shots. I received so many compliments about Austin and his team. I received my photos in a very timely manner, and I will admit that I cried a little bit... when I saw all my photos, it literally took me back to my wedding day and brought back all the emotions I was feeling that day. I think that says a lot about his photographs... the ability to capture emotion is a rare talent, and Austin has it. Thank you, Austin, for capturing our special day! read more

Austin is absolutely amazing at what he does!! To start, Austin works out of Pasadena, and we live in Santa Monica and were married in Temecula, CA. Austin had no problem meeting us in a variety of locations all around Los Angeles County and down in Temecula for the engagement photos and wedding photos. He is extraordinarily friendly and very easy to work with, while equally professional and organized. We were immediately comfortable with him and that's a huge part of making wedding photos work. If the photographer makes you feel uncomfortable, the pictures will reflect that. But most importantly, Austin's work is second to none! Everyone compliments us on our engagement and wedding photos. He does extraordinary work, at a price that is quite a bit more reasonable than his competitors. He has an amazing eye and an amazing talent. He captured stunning shots of our wedding that we will cherish forever. I would absolutely recommend Austin to anyone in the area looking for a photographer. You will not be disappointed with your decision. read more

I met Austin via Skype while living abroad, but planning my wedding in Southern California. He was immediately warm and attentive to what we wanted our photos to look and feel like. On the day of the wedding, I left everything in his hands (where we were going to have our first look, all the detail shots, organizing the wedding party) and he was incredible. Our photos really capture my husband and my personality, as well as the moments and the emotions of the event. On top of that, Austin was completely professional, humorous and adaptable when a particular guest was being a handful - I was so impressed and would highly recommend Austin's work to anyone. read more

My wife and I were extremely impressed with Austin's professionalism and his artistic eye. Right from the first day we met, we knew we were working with someone who we could trust and that followed through to the day we received our prints. Having him around is like having another wedding coordinator by your side. We appreciated that while he was professional, he wasn't too stiff - in other words, he made us feel comfortable and he stayed flexible. The photos were beyond our expectations. His eye for composition and lighting is terrific. He is also a very talented photo editor, taking some of his originals to a whole other level. read more

Austin was amazing from the get-go! He always responded to my emails in a timely manner. He made everything fun and exciting! He's got a great eye and his pictures are to die for! My husband and I really enjoyed working with him. A friend of mine used him for a sweetheart photo shoot and informed me to set up a meeting with him. I'm glad I did. I hate pictures of myself but he made the experience so fun! We are really pleased with our photos and so happy we were able to book him for our special day. He's a very busy and popular guy and now has a second location in Chicago! I consulted with 2 other photographers after Austin but knew right away he'd be my choice. The package gave me two photographers which means more angles and choices. I can't wait to be able to use him again in the future. I'm telling all my friends who are unsure of who to have take their photos to at least meet with Austin once! He's very laid back and down to earth, I would suggest scheduling an appointment with him and see for yourself! :) read more

Simply the best!!!! I actually found Austin through Yelp, (Gotta Love Yelp)!! We loved working with Austin, he is professional but yet very easy going person and that is one of the reasons why we choose him. Just by looking at his work online i knew i wanted to use him. The day of, he came with a 2nd photographer and his assistant and they made sure they took details of everything. Austin spent the most time with us,which i liked. We have only seen a handfull of photos and I am amazed already. Our friends are asking for his contact info so they can use the for their wedding. We loved working with Austin and if we ever need a professional photographer, I will definitely use Austin again. read more

Austin is the best! He photographed our wedding - he was fun to have around on the big day and the pictures are just what we were hoping for! read more

Any former bride knows that selecting the photographer is one of the most stressful parts of wedding planning! Your wedding day goes so quickly, the possibility of not having beautiful photographs to chronicle your special day is unimaginable! I looked at countless photographer's portfolios, and settled on Austin O'Brian Photography based on his work which is a wonderful mix of editorial, traditional posed, candid, portrait and landscape. Once I met Austin, I was so pleased and relieved with my decision. Austin has the best laid-back, positive attitude, which is truly a treat when you are embarking on something that typically makes a couple nervous (like posing for engagement or wedding shots!) He is also so energetic and enthusiastic about his love of photography, you truly feel like he is excited to collaborate with you, not just 'doing a gig'. He selected an amazing location for our engagement shoot, and scouted it prior to our arrival to make sure we timed the different locales for the best shots and best lighting opportunities. The pictures are stunning! We are equally thrilled with the results of our wedding, care of Austin and his team. Now that my husband and I are expecting our first child- we can't wait to have Austin back for a family photo shoot! read more

My wife and I looked over several photographers- their websites, prices, rates - and we met with a few in person. Austin really stood out from the crowd from the very beginning- his website is well put together; his pricing is transparent (package prices are clearly outlined) and reasonable for the quality of his work. What really caught our attention was his eye for photography and images. Working with him was pure joy for the rest of our wedding planning - we met at a Pasadena Starbucks and were pleased by his easy-going manner. We asked him to take engagement pictures of us at our wedding venue (in Temecula, CA - a 2 hour drive one way, and he didn't ask for any additional gas money or anything!) and they turned out beautifully. We were especially pleased by how Austin carefully reviewed out wedding site for good picture settings with our suggestions, and then we went wild and hiked across the road to an orange grove and took pictures there. For the wedding, Austin gave us his own shot list, then asked us to modify it and when we sent back an almost entirely different list, he asked some more questions about the schedule for the day and then we were good to go. On the day of our wedding, Austin and his assistant, Mark, were completely professional. I noticed that they had our shot list in-hand while shooting, which impressed me a great deal since I had taken the time to write it out. They arrived on time, and used just the perfect amount of being directive ("could you stand here, ok look this way, etc.") balanced with blending into the background. Aside from posed photos, we never really knew they were there unless we needed them. My wife was very comfortable having Austin and his assistant in the bridal cottage taking pictures. Every one of the 900 wedding photos were high quality and he really captured all the special moments in the way that only photography can. We are the couple featured on his profile on his website (at Ponte Family Estates Winery) with the big doors behind us). We loved his work and wish him the best in his career. You will be happy working with Austin. We highly recommend him to all future brides. He is based out of Pasadena but he is very flexible and told us that he has traveled as far as Las Vegas for weddings. read more