Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Key West Wedding Photographer
Founded in 2003, Solaris Photography is a family-owned business rooted in Key West's rich artistic heritage. With over 15 years of professional experience, we specialize in capturing life's most significant moments through a unique blend of creative artistry and photojournalistic storytelling. As the third-generation photographer in my family, I bring a rare combination of formal training in Fine Art Photography from the University of Florida and hands-on experience photographing everything from high-fashion events at Mar-a-Lago Club to intimate beach weddings. My wife Marcela and I work as a seamless team, with her managing logistics and client communications while I focus on creating vibrant, emotionally resonant images. We prioritize client empowerment by providing full rights to all photographs, allowing unrestricted use for personal and professional purposes.Our work has been featured in prestigious publications including Ocean Drive Magazine and Palm Beach Illustrated, and we've documented events ranging from Donald Trump's gala to local community celebrations. Our deep connection to Key West's landscapes informs our signature sunset photography, while our technical expertise in both film and digital formats ensures timeless quality. We maintain transparency in our process, offering personalized timelines and organizational support to ensure stress-free experiences. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition on platforms like Wedding Wire, where our client-centric approach consistently receives top ratings.
Services
Wedding Photography
Sunset Photography
Event Photography
Videography
Photo Editing
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of professional photography experience with third-generation expertise
- Our team provides full image rights for unrestricted client use
- Specialized in Key West sunset photography with artistic heritage
- Featured in Ocean Drive Magazine and Palm Beach Illustrated
- Personalized coordination support with proven organizational systems
What people say
Vibrant colors
Stress-free experience
Timeless quality
Personalized support
Artistic excellence
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with artistic precision and emotional storytelling. Our approach combines creative composition with photojournalistic techniques to capture authentic moments. Clients receive high-resolution images with full usage rights, ensuring lasting memories preserved in vibrant detail through both digital and traditional film formats.
Sunset Photography
Specialized photography leveraging Key West's iconic sunsets. Utilizing advanced lighting techniques and artistic composition, we create dramatic, high-impact images that highlight natural beauty. This service includes location scouting and timing optimization for optimal visual results in both portrait and landscape formats.
Event Photography
Comprehensive documentation of special events ranging from corporate galas to private celebrations. Our team captures key moments and candid interactions using discreet, non-intrusive techniques. Services include pre-event planning consultations and customized coverage packages for events of all sizes and formality levels.
Videography
Professional video documentation of weddings and events with cinematic storytelling techniques. Our videography includes multi-angle coverage, audio enhancement, and post-production editing. Marcela's background in broadcast journalism ensures polished, emotionally resonant final products that complement our photographic services.
Photo Editing
Post-processing services to optimize image quality and visual impact. We apply professional color correction, exposure adjustments, and artistic enhancements while maintaining natural aesthetics. This service includes both standard edits for event packages and custom retouching options for individual portraits and specialty projects.
People
Solaris
Lead Photographer
Third-generation photographer with 15+ years professional experience, graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Florida with Fine Art Photography degree. Specializes in sunset photography and has documented events from beach weddings to Mar-a-Lago Club galas.
Marcela
Office Manager
Key West native with broadcast journalism background from University of Florida and video production training from UNC-Wilmington. Manages logistics, client communications, and produces documentary content while coordinating seamless photography operations.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We combine creative artistry with photojournalistic techniques, emphasizing vibrant colors and natural storytelling. Our expertise includes sunset photography and both film and digital formats.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
We've documented weddings for over 15 years, with founder Solaris photographing his first wedding in 1998 and establishing the business in 2003 after graduating from the University of Florida.
What locations do you serve?
We primarily serve Key West and surrounding Florida areas including West Palm Beach and Miami Beach, with flexibility for destination events.
Do clients receive full rights to their photographs?
Yes, we provide complete image rights allowing unrestricted use for printing, sharing, and professional purposes without additional fees.
How do you ensure organized photo sessions?
Marcela creates detailed photo timelines, coordinates family photo lists, and manages logistics to ensure efficient, stress-free photography sessions for all events.
Videos
