Business Details
Award-Winning Destination Wedding Photographer
Founded on the belief that wedding photography should transcend mere documentation, we specialize in transforming your most cherished moments into timeless art. Our approach blends cinematic elegance with authentic storytelling, capturing the nuanced emotions and intricate details that define your unique celebration. With a global portfolio spanning sunlit vineyards in Tuscany to opulent ballrooms in New York, we bring a refined perspective shaped by years of technical expertise and artistic passion. Our commitment to authenticity ensures your gallery reflects not just the beauty of your day, but the genuine connections and fleeting moments that make your story extraordinary.As a destination wedding photographer, I prioritize creating a seamless experience, offering tailored guidance from initial visioning to final delivery. Clients consistently praise our ability to balance editorial sophistication with unobtrusive presence, allowing your celebration to unfold naturally while preserving its essence. Featured in prestigious publications like Vogue and The New York Times, our work has been celebrated for its emotional depth and artistic integrity. Whether your event takes place in Hawaii, California, or a remote corner of the world, we approach each assignment with the same dedication to excellence and personalized service.
Services
Wedding Photography
Destination Weddings
Engagement Sessions
Heirloom Albums
Welcome Party Coverage
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience capturing weddings across six continents with artistic precision.
- Our hybrid film and digital approach creates uniquely textured, emotionally rich imagery.
- We provide personalized destination wedding expertise with no hidden travel fees in Hawaii/Southern California.
- Our two-photographer teams ensure comprehensive coverage of simultaneous events.
- Featured in 10+ top-tier publications including Vogue, The New York Times, and Style Me Pretty.
What people say
Thrilled with photos
Absolute dream to work with
Best decision I made
Artistic yet unobtrusive
Breathtaking timeless imagery
Services
Wedding Photography
Our signature wedding photography service captures your celebration with a perfect balance of documentary authenticity and editorial sophistication. Utilizing both film and digital mediums, we document everything from grand ceremonies to intimate glances, ensuring every meaningful moment is preserved. With options for one or two photographers and coverage durations from 6-10 hours, we adapt to your specific needs while maintaining our signature artistic vision.
Destination Weddings
Specializing in international weddings, we bring our artistic expertise to locations worldwide. Our experience spans 20+ countries, with special pricing packages for Hawaii and Southern California. We handle all logistical complexities, ensuring seamless execution whether your event takes place in a tropical paradise or urban landmark. Travel fees are transparently included in custom proposals for stress-free planning.
Engagement Sessions
These sessions create beautiful pre-wedding memories while helping couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. Available globally with travel fees waived for local clients, our engagement photography combines romantic storytelling with fashion-forward compositions. Sessions can be incorporated into wedding packages or booked separately as cherished standalone keepsakes.
Heirloom Albums
Transform your favorite images into museum-quality albums designed to last generations. Our custom-designed books feature premium materials, archival paper, and handcrafted presentation boxes. Available in multiple sizes and finishes, these albums serve as tangible storytelling pieces that beautifully complement your digital gallery.
Welcome Party Coverage
Capture the full wedding experience with documentation of pre-ceremony events. Our team artfully records welcome dinners, rehearsal parties, and post-wedding brunches with the same attention to detail as main ceremonies. This service ensures your entire celebration timeline is preserved, creating a complete narrative of your special week.
People
Ari Theel
Owner & Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer featured in Vogue and The New York Times, specializing in destination weddings with a blend of documentary and editorial styles. Over 15 years of global experience capturing authentic moments.
Questions
What photography styles do you combine in your work?
We blend documentary-style candid photography with editorial posing to create natural yet sophisticated imagery that tells your complete story.
Do you offer coverage for multi-day wedding events?
Yes, our premium packages include comprehensive coverage for welcome dinners, ceremonies, receptions, and post-wedding celebrations across multiple days.
Are travel fees included for destination weddings?
Travel fees are waived for Hawaii and Southern California weddings. For other destinations, customized travel fees cover all logistics in your proposal.
How many photographers will cover our event?
Standard packages include one or two photographers depending on event size, with options to add additional shooters for large weddings.
When can we expect to receive our wedding photos?
You'll receive a sneak peek within 7 days, with full galleries delivered within 6-8 weeks after your event date.
Do you offer engagement session packages?
Yes, we offer standalone engagement sessions or discounted packages when combined with wedding photography bookings.
