what sets me apart?
I bring multiple photographers to every wedding. This allows me to capture your day, in its entirety, from every angle. My team will not miss a detail or a moment. We pride ourselves in capturing moments that you don’t even realize are happening.
• Wedding days go by fast! I carve out INTENTIONAL TIME during your day for multiple sets of bride and groom photos, so you can take time to relax, soak it all in and enjoy quiet moments together.
• I quickly get to know your family and friends, so I'm able to capture GENUINE MOMENTS of your favorite people.
• I will design and create HEIRLOOM ART that will decorate your home, last a lifetime and be passed down to your kids and grandkids.
• No super cheesy prom poses here! I will guide and direct your movements so that you have a day full of BEAUTIFULLY COMPOSED PHOTOGRAPHS. I'm also a master of capturing the CANDID IN-BETWEEN MOMENTS.
• I live and breathe weddings, and I am here to be YOUR GUIDE! Need venue suggestions or vendor referrals? I've got you covered! I'll even send you a complimentary sample timeline and shot list for your wedding day after our consult!
elizabeth s.
Ariel is amazing! From our initial inquiry she was quick to respond, organized and gave us everything we needed to know. She helped explain the entire process and gave us recommendations along the way. Not to mention she is so sweet and makes you feel very comfortable behind the camera.
Whether you have questions or you're ready to book your date, fill out the contact form. Typical response time is less than 24 hours.
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We'll set up a phone call, coffee or Zoom date to connect. We'll get to know eachother, go over your wedding plans so far, discuss your vision for your photography, and I'll share my current packages, pricing and availability with you.
After this consult, if we're a good fit and you decide to move forward with me as your photographer, I will send over a contract, invoice and questionnaire. A non-refundable deposit is due at the time of booking to secure your wedding date.
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An engagement shoot will help you understand what to expect on the wedding day. Check out my blog post
Engagement sessions are up to 1.5 hours long and include 2-3 outfits.
I can't wait to meet you and your babe!
Turn around time: 7-10 days
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I'm here to help! Planning a wedding is stressful enough without having to worry about creating a timeline. As part of the wedding photography experience with me, I offer my couples a complimentary, custom curated wedding day timeline. 5 days prior to your big day, we will schedule a quick phone call to finalize the timeline. I will then share it with the entire vendor team to ensure that your day runs smoothly.
I work with many amazing vendors. If you need vendor recommendations, let me know and I'm happy to refer you.
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It's time to relax and enjoy your day! I will coordinate with your planner and all of your vendors to make sure your day runs smoothly.
I will quickly get to know your friends and family and capture your most precious, intimate moments together. I use a mix of both candid and styled photos to tell the complete story of your day.
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All wedding packages include an online gallery, with unlimited downloads, to share with friends and family, an online store to order heirloom quality prints and products, and a USB drive containing all of your images.
Turn around time: 4-6 weeks
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When your gallery is delivered, you will make your album selects, and a digital proof book will be sent for your approval.
Turn around time: 4-6 weeks after approval
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Now accepting wildly in love couples, looking for a wedding photographer in CA and BEYOND! Send me a note to see if your date is available! Don't delay! I typically book a year in advance.
Please email me at ariel@magnoliawestphotography.com if 1) you have any issues submitting the contact form,
2) you have not received a response within 24 hours, or 3) you are looking to collab.
To maintain high quality standards, I am selective in the weddings I shoot and only take on a small number each year.
I look forward to connecting with you!
♡ Ariel
To maintain high quality standards, I am selective in the weddings I shoot and only take on a small number each year.
I look forward to connecting with you!
♡ Ariel
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If you book ME (Ariel) you will get ME! I will be there thru every step of your journey. I will photograph your engagement shoot thru the grand exit on your wedding day! However, if you book one of my associate photographers, I will not be present on your wedding day, but I will be your point of contact throughout the entire wedding planning process and I will shoot your engagement photos.
I almost always lean towards YES. Having a second photographer allows me to capture two different angles and two different perspectives at the same time. A second photographer also allows me flexibility in the timeline, so we are never rushed. I carefully select my second shooters. Their photography and artistic style is always similar and/or complimentary to mine.
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I will meet you just before golden hour at the location of your choice. We'll put on a Spotify playlist, and I'll photograph you and your babe in the most beautiful light. Don't forget to bring an extra outfit for multiple looks!
Engagement sessions last up to 1.5 hours.
YES! But travel fees may apply. Inquire to find out if your destination is on my bucket list!
Travel fees do not apply for Los Angeles County, Ventura County or Savannah, GA.
I understand that weddings are expensive. If you have a specific budget in mind, please share it with me up front to determine if we are a good fit. While I require a deposit up front to reserve your date, I am happy to negotiate a payment plan that works for you.
No, but I hightly recommend it. My computer is calibrated with my professional print lab. They do an amazing job and create heirloom quality prints and products.