James is a Los Angeles based, Mexican-American wedding photographer for non-traditional couples wanting a reflection of themselves with a dreamy, documentary approach.


Currently booking 2023-2024
in California and beyond

 

Real Moments Documented With Intention

Documentary imagery doesn’t have to be dry or rigid — it can be fluid and nuanced. It can convey wonder, beauty, and memory.

The one thing you should know about me is that I believe in doing things with intention. I started out documenting punk bands in basements 7 years ago that led to a role in the fashion landscape, and now, I travel to document couples in love with the same hybrid editorial-photojournalistic eye. Couples who book me tend to believe in the purity of the moment, don’t want anything over-staged, and really value the time spent with their loved ones and friends over trying to get the perfect picture. Most of the couples I’ve worked with have either bucked tradition in some way or another, or made up their own rules when it came to their day.

Oh, and I’m also a verified member of the Wedding Photojournalist Association — an international directory of documentary, reportage-style photographers as well as adventure elopement photographers.

 

Letters of Appreciation

  • “We've been distracted this weekend moving all of John's stuff into our new apartment but rest assured - we have been evenly splitting our time between moving and lovingly gazing at your photos. We love them! They're so beautiful and captured the vibe and energy so well. So exciting!”

    — John & Claire

  • “It has been 3 years since our wedding day and your photos and video have only enhanced our memories of it all, in the best way possible. You found a way to capture the joy and love that day held and saved it for us to relive any time we want. Kari and I couldn't be more grateful of the care and thoughtfulness you brought to one of the happiest days of our lives. Thank you James!”

    — Alex & Kari

  • “Just want to say a big thank you. The photos are extraordinary and we are soooo happy with them. You captured the moments we remember so vividly in our minds. And all the little details. That's what we said from day 1 was how important those little details are, they shine in your photos! I really couldn't imagine anyone else shooting our day. They are so special.”

    — Allie & Evan

  • “You captured the party so perfectly—so many perfect moods, moments, and memories. The way you were able to work with all that light. I’m reliving the night over and over again in these photos. Can’t wait to show our little dude someday.”

    — Brad & Sam

  • “We love love love all the photos, I can’t get over how well you captured everything. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. We appreciate everything you’ve done for us.”

    — Brittany & Saw

 
 
 

Talk soon.

 

Currently booking for 2024-25 in California and beyond