Business Details
Your Trusted Destination Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles
Anya Kernes Photography is a destination wedding photographer based in Los Angeles with a global clientele. Her approach centers on storytelling, creating nostalgic, effortless, and joyful images that authentically reflect each couple's unique celebration. With a background in film photography developed during her university years, she combines technical expertise with an artistic eye to capture documentary moments, portraits, and details that define a wedding day. Her work emphasizes harmony, balance, and restraint, resulting in evocative, timeless photographs. Clients praise her ability to blend seamlessly into events while producing emotionally resonant imagery that preserves both visual and emotional memories.Serving California and international locations, she specializes in luxury weddings across diverse venues, from intimate gatherings to multi-day celebrations. Her process prioritizes personalized service, ensuring every client feels supported and understood throughout their journey. With over a decade of experience, she has documented weddings in destinations including France, Italy, and throughout the United States.
Services
Wedding Photography
Destination Weddings
Bridal Portraits
Event Coverage
Nostalgic Photography
Documentary-Style Sessions
Venue Detail Capture
Family Portraits
Candid Moment Documentation
Global Wedding Services
Highlights and features
- We specialize in destination weddings across California and international locations
- Our documentary-style approach captures authentic, unposed moments naturally
- Over a decade of experience photographing luxury weddings in diverse settings
- Personalized service prioritizing client comfort and emotional storytelling
- Proven expertise in preserving both visual and emotional memories of celebrations
What people say
Stunning photographs
Felt comfortable and natural
Exceeded expectations
Beautifully captured candid moments
Blended seamlessly with family
Services
Wedding Photography
Specializing in comprehensive wedding documentation, this service captures ceremonies, portraits, and reception details with artistic precision. Using natural light and documentary techniques, we create timeless images that reflect each couple's unique story. Our approach ensures emotional moments and venue aesthetics are preserved for lasting memories.
Destination Weddings
Providing photography services for weddings in international locations requires specialized expertise in diverse cultural settings and venue types. We handle logistical challenges while maintaining artistic consistency across different environments. This service includes pre-wedding consultations to understand local customs and optimal shooting locations for each destination.
Bridal Portraits
Creating elegant, personalized bridal portraits that highlight individual style and wedding aesthetics. Sessions focus on capturing the subject's personality through carefully composed lighting and settings. These images serve as standalone keepsakes while complementing the overall wedding narrative with refined, artistic compositions.
Documentary-Style Sessions
This approach emphasizes authentic moments as they naturally unfold during wedding events. Using unobtrusive techniques, we document interactions, emotions, and spontaneous occurrences that define the celebration's atmosphere. The result is a narrative-driven collection of images that preserve the genuine experience of the wedding day.
Venue Detail Capture
Comprehensive documentation of wedding venues and decorative elements ensures every detail is preserved. This service focuses on architectural features, floral arrangements, and personalized touches that contribute to the event's unique character. Images are composed to highlight design elements while maintaining contextual connection to the overall celebration.
People
Anya Kernes Photography
Photographer & Owner
Based in Los Angeles, Anya Kernes Photography is an award-winning destination wedding photographer with over a decade of experience. She specializes in creating timeless, story-driven images that capture the authentic essence of celebrations. Her work combines technical expertise with artistic vision to produce emotionally resonant photographs.
Questions
What photography style do you specialize in?
I focus on documentary-style wedding photography that captures authentic moments while incorporating artistic composition for timeless results.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, I specialize in destination weddings and have experience photographing events across the United States and international locations.
How do you ensure natural-looking photos?
My approach emphasizes candid moments and minimal direction, allowing genuine emotions and interactions to guide the photography process.
What's included in your wedding coverage?
Coverage includes ceremony documentation, portraits, reception details, and venue-specific photography tailored to each couple's unique celebration.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
I've been professionally documenting weddings for over a decade, with experience in diverse cultural and location-based events.
