Catching Natural Moments & Magical Light
$2,990 starting price
Award-Winning Husband & Wife Led Team
Travels up to 1000 miles See details
Alex & Jana Bruce
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AWARD WINNER (5X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
We are Alex & Jana, a husband and wife led team of amazing wedding photographers serving all of Southern California. We are all about creating a comfortable and fun environment where you can relax and just enjoy the day. Our storytelling style emphasizes joyful, authentic moments.
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Destination Weddings
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Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
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Film Photography
Online Proofing
Photo
Printed Enlargements
Second Shooter Available
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Wedding Albums
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Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Lifestyle
Modern
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Getting Engaged
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After Party
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After Party
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Alex & Jana Bruce
Owner
Hi! We are a husband and wife led team of amazing wedding photographers serving all of Southern California. If you’re reading this you’re likely engaged, so congratulations! You’re gaining a teammate for life, how incredible is that? Every photographer on our team loves bringing their years of experience, passion for storytelling, and enthusiastic attitude to every single wedding we shoot. We're a pretty happy bunch that all love what we do and feel privileged to tell the story of your big day
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5.0
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Jana has received overwhelmingly positive reviews for her photography services, with multiple clients emphasizing her ability to capture beautiful and authentic moments, provide a fun and comfortable experience, and deliver breathtaking photos. Clients appreciated her professionalism, collaborative approach, and talent in bringing out the best in couples and groups. Additionally, Jana's team members were also commended for their skills and contribution to making wedding photography sessions seamless and enjoyable. Overall, clients highly recommend Jana and her team for wedding photography due to their exceptional service and stunning results.Review photos
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Rachel S
5.0
3/24/2025
Jana is a brilliant photographer with a joyous personality that can bring out the charisma in anyone. She will make your shoot fun, authentic, and the photos will be breathtaking. You won't want it to end!
We had opted for a public beach for our engagement photos, and we were initially shy, but Jana has a way about her that immediately put us at ease, and we had a incredibly fun shoot that resulted in photos we absolutely adore. She is so optimistic, energetic, excited, she makes it impossible not to have a great time, and then she captures that fun on camera.
She is also an absolute professional and collaborative partner throughout the entire process, from initial conversations, through our engagement photo session, planning the wedding photos, and of course the day itself. She was just as brilliant with large groups, organizing bodies, as she was with just the two of us. Several of our family and friends also commented on how great she was.
And to top it all off, the photos are absolutely GORGEOUS.
If you want someone whose energy adds to the day without distracting, who feels like part of the family, and yet can blend into the background, then Jana is your person.
We'd hire her again in a heartbeat.
Kelsey B
5.0
3/08/2025
We can’t speak highly enough of Jana & our experience. She was communicative, great to work with, friendly & made the entire experience so fun. The pictures are incredible & we are so happy to have chosen Jana to photograph our special day – we can’t recommend her enough!
response 03/18/2025
Thank you so much for your sweet words—it was such a joy capturing your day, and I’m so ha...
ppy you both loved the photos and had a great experience!
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Marina B
5.0
1/30/2025
Hands down, the best wedding photographer ever!!! Jana was our photographer, and she truly brought all my wedding dreams to life. From our engagement shoot to the wedding day, every single photo was breathtaking — I honestly can’t even pick a favorite!
Jana has this incredible ability to capture us as a couple, making the entire process so much fun. We’re not models and tend to get a bit awkward in front of the camera, but she made us feel so comfortable and effortlessly brought out the best in us.
On the big day, her energy was infectious, and she captured every single moment perfectly. We also decided to add 35mm film to our package, and I can confidently say it was the second best decision we made, right behind choosing Jana as our photographer. The film shots are absolutely stunning! And Bri her second shooter was just as amazing!!
Throughout the wedding, Jana beautifully captured every little detail and all our loved ones, freezing the most perfect moments in time. When it comes to such an important day, you want someone you can trust to capture all the emotions and details — and Jana did that and so much more.
We are beyond grateful to have worked with her and couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. Her energy, creativity, and artistry exceeded all our expectations. We absolutely love Jana and will cherish these photos forever!
response 03/18/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words Marina! It was honestly such a joy to be part of you...
r big day and capture all those special moments. I’m so happy you loved the photos and that we were able to make the experience fun and comfortable for you both. You two were amazing to work with, and I’m so grateful you trusted me to be a part of your wedding.
Rowen P
5.0
1/28/2025
Jana and her team were incredible! We spent a long time looking for the right photographer who matched our aesthetic vision of candid, authentic photos with really cheery beautiful lighting - and Jana is just that! We really got to know her during our engagement shoot and she was very receptive to our preferences, and also kindly took note of the things we might have been self conscious about in photos.
Jana was very organized when it came to capturing key moments and running through a shot list, and captured really every part of the day. She shared honest feedback about run of show decisions but also showed flexibility when we needed it. Couldn’t have asked for more beautiful photos, or more professionalism from our photo team!
response 03/18/2025
I really appreciate your kind words! It was a pleasure getting to know you both and captur...
ing your day. I'm so glad the photos turned out just as you hoped, and I appreciate your trust in me and my team to be a part of your special day!
Deanna J
5.0
12/11/2024
We had a great experience using Alex and Jana for our wedding. We were able to get a great sense of their passion, style and skills from our initial call. We had originally contracted Alex, the owner, to be our photographer, however, he became sick with Covid two days before our wedding. This was communicated to us immediately with a plan identifying our new photographers and assuring us that our memories would still be beautifully captured. Christine stepped in as our lead photographer and along with the other photographer we felt comfortable and at ease on the day of our wedding. The communication and professionalism with which the situation was handled along with the warmth of the team really makes Alex and Jana stand out. We were also pleasantly surprised to get a “sneak peak” of our photos 2 weeks after our wedding and we are so excited to see the rest! We would definitely recommend them as your go to wedding photographers.
Katlyn H
5.0
10/19/2024
Jana and Brie were the best photographers we could have asked for. They were both so fun, extremely knowledgeable, and made the wedding day perfect. The entire process from booking to planning day of shots to the actual wedding day was smooth and easy. We highly recommend Alex and Jana Photography for anyone planning a wedding in the Southern California area! Thank you so much for everything!
Maggie D
5.0
10/16/2024
We worked with Alex who was fantastic. He helped us take some amazing pictures and was professional the entire day. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great wedding photographer as he really captured some great natural moments while also directing us for posed pictures.
Tori F
5.0
10/11/2024
Alex was such a pleasure to work with and all the photos from the engagement shoot and our wedding sneak peek are absolutely gorgeous!! We’re so happy with our photos and could not have picked a better team for our wedding day. I could not give a higher recommendation for them. We loved them!
Ashley L
5.0
9/29/2024
Ally was simply wonderful! She captured our engagement photos so wonderfully and did just as great as job for our wedding. We loved her personality and her vision for every photo. We definitely know who to call for future moments we want to capture forever.
Lindsay D
5.0
9/29/2024
I can’t recommend Alex enough. I knew on our initial phone call that he would be the perfect fit for our wedding; he was very knowledgeable, explained everything thoroughly since I had no idea what to expect, and even gave recommendations for other vendors like hair and makeup. On our wedding day, Alex was professional, relaxed, and very personable. He was great to work with and our sneak peek is absolutely amazing. I can’t wait to see the rest of our photos, I know they’ll be gorgeous!
response 09/29/2024
Thank you so much Lindsay! This is so kind, I was so happy to be part of your amazing day!
Allison W
5.0
9/09/2024
I can't recommend Jana enough! She was an absolute joy to have with us on our wedding day. We opted for the engagement photo package and a single photographer for our wedding, and Jana handled both effortlessly. My husband and I are no models, we can be awkward and have one go-to pose for every photo but Jana worked her magic and captured such a variety of beautiful shots!
From our engagement shoot to the wedding day, she made us feel completely at ease, providing clear and helpful directions. She is so helpful during the wedding planning process and will help you come up with the perfect timeline. On our wedding day, Jana was professional and efficient. She got everything done without missing a beat! Not only is she incredibly sweet and kind, but the photos turned out absolutely stunning. We love the natural colors of her photos plus the light and airy whimsical feel.
We were blown away by how quickly we received our sneak peek, and the full gallery arrived a month earlier than expected. We love Jana and can’t recommend her highly enough!
Aimee C
5.0
7/22/2024
Alex was extremely helpful, organized, and professional in helping us plan both our engagement session and our wedding photos. Hannah was our photographer and we were absolutely blown away by both her talent and kindness!
Kristin K
5.0
5/24/2024
My husband and I cannot recommend Alex and Jana Photography highly enough. If you’re looking for a wedding photography team that is incredibly talented, professional, and a joy to work with, look no further. We ended up having Hannah as our wedding photographer and loved our experience with her. Thank you Alex and thank you Hannah, for giving us the gift of timeless memories and making this such a simple process for us. You are truly amazing!
Heather C
5.0
5/18/2024
JANA WAS AMAZING! 1000/10 would recommend. She did our engagement photo shoot as well as our wedding day. The photos were perfect and beautiful. She made both of us feel comfortable while shooting, as my husband and I are pretty awkward in front of the camera. Jana is personable, friendly, communicative, and is a true master of her craft. I can’t say enough good things about her, but trust it’s worth every penny.
response 05/20/2024
Oh my gosh Heather, thank you so much! I loved working with you! So kind :)
Lindsey E
5.0
4/17/2024
We worked with Alex for our San Diego beach engagement session and our Dana Point wedding.
He was professional, organized, and friendly. We were able to relax on our wedding day because Alex had helped us refine our timeline prior and he was on top of the schedule day of. Most importantly, he made us feel super comfortable in front of the camera which helped make our photos turn out even better :)
We would absolutely recommend Alex to anyone in search of a wedding photographer!
Joanna N
5.0
1/12/2024
Alex and Jana are the best! Communicating with Alex prior to our wedding was super easy. He was super helpful in our initial phone call to answer all my questions, and he made sure we were prepared for our wedding day. Our actual photographers for the wedding were Christine and Amy, and they were phenomenal!! We were so pleased with our photos in the end. The photos and editing are beautiful, I can’t recommend them enough!
Veronica P
5.0
1/11/2024
My husband and I had the pleasure of working with A&J as our wedding photographer, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of our photos, every step of the process was seamless and filled with professionalism.
Communication was impeccable throughout the entire journey. Jana took the time to understand our vision, preferences, and even provided valuable insights to enhance our photo experience. They were prompt in responding to emails and queries, making us feel at ease and confident that our memories were in capable hands.
On the wedding day, Jana exhibited a perfect blend of professionalism and warmth. She blended into the background during candid moments, capturing raw emotions without being intrusive. During the posed sessions, Jana skillfully guided us to ensure we looked our best while maintaining a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
The post-production work exceeded our expectations & we are truly obsessed with every photo that was captured on the big day. I would not hesitate to book Alex & Jana!
Thank you, Alex & Jana for making our wedding day even more memorable with your exceptional talent and professionalism!
Evelyn A
5.0
11/28/2023
We used Alex and Jana Photography for our 10/21/2023 wedding and we are absolutely blown away by our photos! Upon my initial inquiry, I had a meeting with Alex where we discussed what I was looking for, vision, what I liked about their photos, how they work etc. Alex was very professional and personable during that conversation, and I knew immediately I wanted to book with them. I choose the 8 hour coverage with 2 photographers package and I feel like it was very reasonably priced. The majority of my contact was with Alex (contract, payments, timelines and photo lists), but my actual photographer the day of was Hannah. SHE WAS AMAZING. Literally the best! Hannah and I had a meeting a few days before the wedding where we went over the timeline, must have shots, problem family members to look out for, etc. I also mentioned to her that my husband and I are self conscious and we would love if she could help pose us in a way that was flattering. Oh man did she understand the assignment!! She was directive in the posing and paid attention to even the smallest detail. I feel like her direction and personality helped us relax and really enjoy the moment. We had a second shooter as well and they worked together and were bouncing ideas off each other and getting some really great angles and shots! When we got our sneak peaks back I was literally speechless! I am not one to love a lot of pictures of myself, but I loved every single picture that we got! Hannah really captured our love and the photos bring tears to my eyes. I would book with this company again in heartbeat!
Nicole M
5.0
10/31/2023
We had an amazing experience working with Alex and Jana! From our engagement photoshoot, through the planning process, to the wedding day, Alex helped make sure everything was seamless.
For our engagement shoot, they helped us pick the perfect spot for what we wanted. Alex was very easy to work with and helped us to have fun throughout the process.
For the wedding day, the team worked with such ease and efficiency, relieving a lot of stress and making sure everything went to plan. Alex has a great eye for photography and captured the most magical photos for us.
Would highly recommend! Thank you Alex and Jana!!
Jenn A
5.0
10/25/2023
Look no further Alex and Jana Photography are the best! I promise! When I first contacted them via message, Alex got back to me right away. We discussed what we were looking for and by the end of our conversation both of us were excited for our upcoming wedding. Since we had a small destination wedding in our local mountains and bowling after for our reception we wanted to make sure we got lots of fun pictures along with romantic ones on the lake. Alex said photographer Ally would be the best for the shoot and man was he right! Ally was amazing throughout the night! Every time I looked around she was hard at work taking amazing pictures. Thank you again Ally and Alex!
Katie R
5.0
10/23/2023
Jana was a dream to work with! My husband and I hired her as our wedding photographer and are SO happy we did. Her and her second shooter had the best energy and made us feel so at ease all day. Highly recommend hiring her team for your big day!
Kelly K
5.0
10/18/2023
We just got our photos back from our July wedding and I am blown away!!! I feel like I relived the entire day looking back at the photos. Alex got the most perfect shots of everybody that night. My husband and I dont always feel the most comfortable in front of the camera, but Alex had a way of making us feel completely at ease. He was so personable and easy to work with. We also used him for our engagement photos and had such a fun evening shooting at the beach with him. I can't say enough amazing things about his work and I couldn't have imagined working with anyone else. We will forever look back at our photos and be grateful we had him shoot our wedding. Thank you Alex!
Stephanie S
5.0
7/07/2023
Our dream photos come TRUE!!! I can’t express how much I love Alex’s work. Photography was one of the very first vendors I began researching after getting engaged because I am very picky about style, color, and capturing great candid moments. When I happened upon Alex and Jana’s profile on Instagram it was love at first sight. I remember getting butterflies as soon as I saw Alex’s reply to my initial inquiry email. My husband and I reached out to other photographers too and kept finding ourselves comparing each of them to Alex & Jana. They were our gold standard. Platinum standard! Booking with Alex was a decision we were totally confident in.
Then, when our engagement shoot took place we felt so comfortable with him. He really made the experience not feel awkward at all. The photos arrived just 2 weeks later and they were JAWDROPPING. Alex’s talent is immeasurable. The location (which he suggested) was stunning but the results were even better than we imagined. And he captured our love for each other so beautifully.
Finally, the wedding day arrived and he was just as lovely as ever. My whole bridal party appreciated his presence and we kept EXACTLY to the timeline. And, my goodness, did the wedding album not disappoint. I’ll say it a million times. They were our DREAM COME TRUE. Every picture is beautiful and sentimental and he captured all of our guests’ joy. I can’t say enough about him. He was the vendor we were most confident about and he STILL exceeded expectations. Thank you so much Alex!!!!
Olivia H
5.0
6/12/2023
We had the absolute pleasure of having Jana photograph our engagement shoot and our wedding. Our engagement photos were just beyond gorgeous! Truly so beautiful. Jana was also so kind and made us both feel very comfortable in front of the camera as it was our first time being professionally photographed together. Through the whole lead up to our wedding, my husband and I kept saying how glad we were that Jana was going to be our photographer. She was also so responsive and helpful, and answered any question we had quickly. She even referred us to the wedding coordinator we ended up getting to work with!
On the day of our wedding, I was feeling pretty stressed and anxious when I arrived to the venue. Jana was already there and greeted me with a huge smile, and her kindness and positivity helped put me at ease. In addition to being incredibly talented, Jana is a wonderfully kind person who added so much joy to our entire wedding day. Friends and family kept coming up to us to comment on how much they loved her energy! We received our wedding photo preview shortly after our day, and I cannot even begin to describe how STUNNING every single photo is. From the details photos, to our first look, to our formal photos with family and the bridal party, to all our romantic couples shots, there is truly not a bad photo in the bunch. I don't even know how we can possibly select which ones to go on our walls...and this is just from the sneak peek!! If you are looking for a photography team that will not only deliver the most gorgeous photos of your wedding but also enhance your day with joy and laughs, Alex and Jana are absolutely for you.
Jenna M
5.0
4/17/2023
My husband and I could not have asked for a better wedding photographer! Alex is such a kind and easy going guy who made this awkward couple feel so comfortable in front of the camera. The pre-wedding conversations were great. We were able to talk about the photography style we were into and Alex even visited the venue before the wedding day. My family was very impressed with his kindness and professionalism. We also booked the gif station and the guests loved it. The sneak peak photos were so beautiful and we are so excited to see the rest of them. I highly recommend booking Alex and Jana Photography, especially if you have an outdoors venue like we did. You won’t regret it.
Amanda G
5.0
1/04/2023
Long overdue review! We had the pleasure of having Alex & Jana photograph our wedding in October and we could not be happier with our decision. I reached out to them with an online inquiry and they got back with me immediately. From the get go, the process was SO seamless. We purchased a package that included an engagement shoot (which I highly recommend so you can get comfortable with your photographer before your wedding day!!) We wanted to do our engagement shoot in our home and Alex arrived prepared with all the equipment and fun ideas for photos. Alex made my husband and I feel SO comfortable - he is so calm, professional, funny, and friendly. We absolutely LOVED how our engagement photos came out, so we were totally confident when our wedding day came around.
Fast forward to our wedding day, Alex arrived at the hotel I was getting ready at. Alex was SUPER organized, on schedule, and managed to get a ton of great shots in the midst of the morning-of madness (brides, you know how that is!). Throughout our entire wedding day, Alex kept everyone organized, gave clear instructions, and helped the day run SO smoothly. He even managed to get a ton of photos of the decor and all of our guests, which I so appreciated!
When we got our wedding photos back, we were amazed. From prewedding, to first look, to the ceremony, to the reception, Alex managed to get SO MANY great shots. We are forever grateful for the amazing work Alex & Jana did to make our wedding day so special. We will truly cherish these photos for the rest of our lives. THANK YOU BOTH SO MUCH!!!
Kanann M
5.0
11/28/2022
I cannot say enough terrific things about Alex and Jana. After the first meeting, I knew I met the photographer for my day. Alex is such a calming individual, as I rambled on an on Alex took notes and was so encouraging. In the months leading up to the wedding, I was a basket case, I was forgetting things. Alex was terrific in reminding me about what he needed before the wedding. Alex was also terrific in responding to emails, answering texts, and phone calls. Nothing was ever left unanswered.
The day of the wedding I got the opportunity to work with Jana who is an absolute GEM. Jana has an infectious and cheerful personality, I could not help but to smile when she was around. Jana even helped my mom with my dress! When we were taking the portraits, Jana was quick and efficient. She noticed when the littlest members of our wedding party were getting squirley and needed to have their photos taken. She made me feel beautiful on my day!!
I also got a sneak peak of my photos and I am so glad I hired Alex and Jana!
If you're hunting for a photographer, hire Alex and Jana! you won't regret it!!
response 11/29/2022
Ah! Kanann thanks so much! It was such a magical day and we are so happy to have gotten to...
know you :)
Angeline M
5.0
11/11/2022
LOOK NO FURTHER! We had a decent-sized list of photographers to check out for our wedding, and Alex ended up being our 3rd “interview”. As soon as we got off the phone with him, we tossed out the rest of the list and hired Alex and Jana. We made the right decision - leading up to the wedding, the communication was excellent and made us feel at ease. Jasmyn ended up shooting our wedding and she was AMAZING - she made something that we feared would be awkward (who likes posing for photos?) into a fun, comfortable, enjoyable experience! We had lots of laughs (sorry for my “director” groomsman 😏) and she captured one of the best days of our lives in the most beautiful way. She had such a calm and lighthearted approach to maneuvering us for flattering shots, and our entire wedding enjoyed her presence. THANK YOU Alex and Jana (and Jasmyn!) for making our special day phenomenal!
Kaley and Tyler H
5.0
10/26/2022
We are so glad we chose Alex and Jana Photography for our wedding this past weekend. Alex was so easy to communicate with and explained everything so well. We had Jasmyn as our photographer-she was punctual and efficient making taking pictures with large groups a breeze. I can't wait to see the pictures, because I know they will be amazing.
A M
5.0
10/15/2022
We could not have been happier with Alex as our wedding photographer. He was very easy going and always made us feel comfortable. Not to mention the photos he took were great. Would highly recommend.
Sarah B
5.0
8/27/2022
Our wedding gallery was absolutely amazing! We were truly blown away by the quality and number of images that were clear winners (like, all haha!). Thanks so much Alex & Jana for capturing our wedding day so perfectly.
Kelly K
5.0
8/06/2022
Jana is wonderful! We had the pleasure of working with her for our engagement shoot and wedding day. We were a little nervous at first for our engagement shoot but Jana is so sweet and made us feel comfortable. Once it came to wedding day, it felt so easy! Our photos turned out beautiful. Jana really captured all of the emotions of the day and the special moments. We will definitely cherish these photos. Thank you so much Jana!
Chad N
5.0
7/29/2022
We worked with Alex for our engagement and wedding photos and he was absolutely amazing. We must have interviewed 5 or 6 photographers, Alex being the last, and connected immediately. The search was finally over!
He was fun yet professional, a hard thing to do, and always quick to respond. And, was also patient with us and our very old dog during the engagement session. Then, leading up to the wedding asked for a few prep calls to ensure we had the important moments and photos in mind, connected on the timeline, and everything needed to ensure a flawless day of pictures.
As much as we wanted him to capture our important moments, we also did not want to be the only photos in the album. With 60 guests at a Cabo resort and a beach wedding, we wanted the photos to allow us to see all the moments we missed with our guests while we were busy catching up with people. Almost every guest is captured in a number of action shots with funny moments, odd dance moves to make us laugh, and other couples enjoying a dance together. We get to see our guests enjoying the day too! He was also sure to capture the little things: Wedding dress before the bride put it on, wedding rings together with a wedding invitation, the ceremony and receptions areas before guests arrive, the party favors, the decorations, and everything we could need to remember the full day in the future.
Among all the positives above, possibly my favorite thing is that he fit in well with our friends. Had Alex put the camera down and grabbed a beer he would have fit right in (we were honestly a little sad he didn't for 15 minutes or so, just to take a break and enjoy himself...again, truly professional.) He is always smiling, positive energy, and just laughed when we said something that probably should have been obvious.
Last, but one of the most important. Turnaround time and quality of photos.
Alex was up front that the turnaround time is not short. Editing takes time, and he takes a TON of shots. Alex had about 40 edited and beautiful photos to us within the first week, also being some of the most important, which was perfect so we could use one for our thank you cards. We knew it would take around 2 months for the rest, and at the 2 month mark we received a link to download more than 600 amazing and edited, high resolution photos. Noting, I said "download". While there is an option for a flash drive, we use Google and Amazon photos, so downloading to these services was perfect for us. There is an option for all guests to do the same as well, though we shared the Google album with them, and directed them to Alex's portal if they wanted to buy canvas prints, etc. Like I said, there were amazing shots of our guests as well (at least one is already using for his new professional headshot).
We could not have been happier with our experience with Alex. A wedding is a day we hope only happens once, and that usually means the couple has no idea what to expect...first time rookies. Alex made it so easy for us.
We could not give a higher recommendation. It's really a bummer I can't post a few photos here to demonstrate everything I've said above.
Thank you so much Alex! Please use our gallery as you see fit, and don't hesitate to use us as a reference.
Chad and Kim
Amanda L
5.0
7/25/2022
We had an absolutely incredible experience with Alex and Jana photography! Jana was both down to earth and professional, she captured every detail and made us feel completely at ease the entire day! The photos turned out beautiful and we will cherish them always.
Kelsey C
5.0
7/23/2022
Alex and Dina were the best photographers we could have asked for on our big day! Their energy was just amazing and they helped us feel so comfortable. We are absolutely thrilled with our photos. So many of our moments perfectly captured. I love all the emotions they were able to catch, I felt like we were able to relive our wedding day. Can't thank this team enough!
Paige A
5.0
7/01/2022
Jana was beyond amazing. I wish I had more words to describe how wonderful she was! She did our engagement shoot in La Jolla in April 2021 and those photos came out BEAUTIFUL. It ended up being an overcast evening which we were bummed about but Jana worked her magic and we LOVE our photos. We got two canvas prints and had them up at our wedding where she was with us all day!! She just makes you feel comfortable in front of the camera and makes it fun!!! Cannot recommend her enough.
response 07/01/2022
Ah! Paige this is so sweet, I loved being part of your day and appreciate your kind words!
Samantha B
5.0
6/21/2022
It is really hard to find the words to sum up how grateful we are for choosing Alex and Jana photography team to shoot the biggest day of our lives! We had the pleasure of having Jana and Christine shoot our day and they were a constant source of joy, calm, and laughter. I laughed a LOT with Jana and Christine and have very fond memories throughout the day that I will cherish.
Not only are they an extremely talented team, but they are there for you as a couple and genuinely want you to have a great day beyond the photos. I distinctly remember Jana telling me to take a breath and enjoy after the ceremony / family photos.. it was a much needed reminder and a distinct shift from feeling a bit overwhelmed to calm & joy.
Selecting a photographer is one of the most important & tangible ways a couple & family remember a wedding day. I can gratefully & confidently say Alex and Jana Photography was the best decision for us and hope future couples know they are in great hands with their team.
Veronica E
5.0
5/27/2022
We are so thrilled with the amazing moments that Jana captured of our wedding day! Jana was very communicative and collaborative throughout the entire planning process. Our phone call with her in the beginning was super helpful to ensure that we were on the same page. She captured beautiful photos of the wedding party getting ready, shots of the venue, detail photos of the dresses/accessories, family photos, and ceremony/reception events. We could not ask for more as Jana truly delivered. It's time to get these gorgeous photos printed. Thank you Jana! :)
response 05/29/2022
Thank you so much Veronica! It was wonderful sharing in your special day, thanks for these...
kind words!
Izzy Z
5.0
5/17/2022
I had the pleasure of working with Alex for my wedding on April 30, 2022. Wow! He was truly amazing to work with. From the moment I sat down and had our first virtual meeting with him, I felt like I was talking to a friend. For 2 people that are extremely uncomfortable in front of a camera, he made us feel so relaxed and confident. It was truly an honor to have him be a part of our wedding and to capture this important day for us! You will not regret booking him! I promise!
Sophia G
5.0
3/31/2022
Just book them now! Seriously, I am blown away by not only their professional photography skills, but who they are as people and their business. Jana & Christine were our photographers and not only was I comfortable from the moment they arrived, but everyone at our wedding raved about them. They’re good people, so kind and so good at what they do. Our pictures turned out AMAZING! They got all the little moments (and of course big☺️). You’ll be so glad you chose them for your special day 🤍
response 04/04/2022
Sophia! YOU are the best, I appreciate your kind words and it was incredible taking part i...
f your day :)
Cristina A
5.0
3/11/2022
We had the pleasure of working with Jana and she was wonderful. She makes you feel right as ease and made our engagement and wedding shoots feel effortless (we were a tad nervous). She has that kind of personality where you swear you're her favorite client in the whole world, and I am betting that she treats everyone of her clients like that. Her photos were amazing and we couldn't be happier with how they all came out.
Thank you Jana!
response 03/11/2022
Cristina! You are so sweet. Thank you so much for this :)
Corina A
5.0
3/06/2022
Alex and Jana are amazing to work with! I originally met with Alex to go over packages and details and then Jana who was my photographer on the big day. They are both very down to earth and so fun. Packages were very reasonably priced and they worked with my budget to form the right one for us. Jana planned everything out so well and was able to capture all the moments that were important to me even with my big family! She kept us on track and also made the day fun. Not to mention the pictures!! Everything came out amazing from the details photos to our wedding party photos and the romantic shots of just us are breathtaking. I’m so happy with everything in our wedding album and have received so many compliments. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a photographer!
response 03/11/2022
Corina! I can't thank you enough, it was my pleasure take part in your day!
Stef R
5.0
2/25/2022
THE BEST! Alex and team were SO amazing to work with! He was so accommodating and understanding of all my questions, so responsive, and eased ALL my concerns when it came to wedding day. He helped us feel natural and comfortable when capturing everything from intimate to silly and everything in between. We are so thankful for choosing this team to capture the best day of our lives in the most beautiful way.
Kelynn D
5.0
2/25/2022
We could not have asked for a better duo to capture the best day of our lives. Alex and Jana are the most amazing humans and can help anyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We appreciate them so much and could not have asked for better wedding photographers! They made the entire process so easy for us and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out!
response 03/11/2022
Thank you so much Kelynn, it was so special for us to be part of your day.
Heather S
5.0
2/22/2022
If you want beautiful, candid photos that give you an ego boost and don’t look awkwardly posed, this is the team for you. Jana worked with us to prepare for our COVID-safe wedding. She not only helped us with a shot list, but also with a wedding timeline that allowed for amazing sunset photos. Day of, when things got behind schedule, Jana was there to nudge things along. She helped two very anxious camera-shy people feel totally comfortable in front of the camera and made the whole experience so much fun. (We’ve even talked about hiring her again for an anniversary or date night just as a fun gift to ourselves!) Our wedding was magical, but Jana’s ability to capture the unfiltered magic BLEW US AWAY! She knew how to get all the right angles, capture the raw emotions, and embody the essence of our love in photo form. Not only did her photos exceed our expectations, their prices are such a steal, it’s criminal. My sister is paying 5x what we paid for a wedding photographer, and she is worried her photos won’t look as good as ours. Jana was only there for 4 hours, but she still delivered 300 high resolution downloadable photos for less than $1800! And she even gave us a preview (44 photos) 2 weeks after our event! If this team is already booked for your date, change your date!
response 02/22/2022
Thank you Heather! Oh my gosh this is so sweet and kind! Can't thank you enough for having...
me and for making my day with this lovely review.
Marissa H
5.0
1/07/2022
We absolutely loved working with Alex & Jana Photography. Alex was so accommodating and personable. The whole experience from start to finish was incredible. They were incredibly easy to contact and answered all of our questions up until the big day. We love our photos! Would definitely recommend them to anyone engaged, or getting married in the SoCal area!
Ana L
5.0
12/27/2021
I don't know how to even express my gratitude for Jana. We had a list of recommended photographers from our venue. After doing my own research, I sent my top 3 to my husband was deployed at the time and wanted him to have a say since he missed out on a lot of the planing. Out of my top 3, knowing Alex and Jana were my #1, he thankfully picked them as well!
From the start the process was SO easy. I spoke with her on the phone first and knew we did not need to look any further. Her friendly demeanor stood out instantly. We were both drawn to the use of nature and lighting in the photos. Having an outside venue (and being able to see photos from them shooting other weddings there) definitely helped fit the picture and see their artistic eye. She made the day of process so effortless, even for us awkward folk! She is SO incredibly sweet and humble. I kept telling my husband and MOH that I want to be friends with her in real life ;)...everyone raved about her! I can't recommend them enough! You will not be disappointed! Thanks for making our day so special Jana!
response 03/11/2022
Ana! This made me tear up, you're the best. Thank you so much :)
Colleen O
5.0
12/07/2021
From the very start (email inquiry) to the wedding to everything afterwards, every interaction with Jana was absolutely wonderful. I loved having a phone conversation before I made any hiring decisions and clicked with Jana right away, after loving the images on their website. Like so many couples, we had to postpone our wedding and Jana was so accommodating and ready to help out. Jana was so helpful via email with timelines, answering questions, vendor recs, anything I needed. Because she was such a pro, I was able to quiet my anxiety about how things would run.
And day of? Oh my gosh it was such a great experience! Jana and her second photographer Christine made us feel so comfortable and were really fun to have with us at our wedding. I know I'm gushing a bit, but I mean all of it! My husband is not comfortable in front of a camera and even he felt great.
Our photos are so incredible! When we received the final album I just got more and more excited with each photo. They really captured our wedding and paid so much attention to the things that were special to us, like the grandparents charm on my bouquet. I couldn't be happier with the job Jana did and have received so many compliments on how beautiful the photos are.
We also had an engagement session with Jana that was fab and our guests loved the GIF photo booth. I really can't recommend Jana and AlexandJana Photography more highly!
Paula K
5.0
11/30/2021
My husband and I worked mainly with Jana, both for our engagement shoot and for our wedding. Jana was AMAZING and we love her SO much. She has such a bubbly, warm, and welcoming personality. We both had never taken professional photos, and felt super nervous going into our engagement session, but Jana was WONDERFUL and made us feel so comfortable! She got to our location a little early to scope out some good photo locations, which made the actual photo-taking super smooth. She made us feel super comfortable and we ended up having so much fun! Fast forward to our wedding day, and we both absolutely loved having Jana there to capture our day. Again, she made us feel so comfortable. I didn't touch my phone at all during the wedding, and I trusted that she would capture all of the special moments. Sure enough, every photo- from getting ready, the ceremony, reception dancing, to the sparkler exit, she captured everything beautifully. I would absolutely recommend Alex & Jana for any photo needs!!
Catherine K
5.0
11/25/2021
We started our wedding photographer journey looking for a timeless, classic look. From our first conversation with Alex, we were thrilled to work with them! He was responsive and timely and worked with us to narrow down our timeline prior to the event, and made the best of some unsuspected rain on our wedding day, capturing photos that exceeded our wildest dreams! Both he and Christine were so easy to work with. Their presence was natural and they helped us feel comfortable in front of the camera. They truly captured all the shots we could have possibly wanted and now have them forever!
Christine S
5.0
10/11/2021
If you’re considering booking Alex & Jana Photography, do it! Within 5 minutes of chatting with Alex I knew I was going to book them for our wedding. Alex and his team simply have that “something” that not all photographers have. The entire process with Alex was easy, honest, and detailed. At our wedding, he kept things running so smoothly; his direction was efficient, comfortable, and fun. My husband and I were so thrilled with the photos from our wedding. The photos are truly incredible! I’ve had so many people reach out to me and ask for their information because the pictures turned out so incredibly well. My sister is getting married next year and booked them for her wedding too! I cannot recommend Alex & Jana enough! Book them, I promise you will not regret it.
Lauren D
5.0
10/10/2021
Covid bride here! We were engaged in 2019, and our first major decision was booking Alex from Alex and Jana Photography. Photos were a top priority, so I knew I needed to act fast. Alex was the photographer at a friend’s wedding earlier that year. After their recommendation and a phone call with Alex, I knew we found our photographer.
Then came Covid. After postponements and cancellations, Alex stayed by our side. He was beyond professional throughout the process, especially as we all navigated through the pandemic.
Our engagement photos were taken at Palomar Mountain. It was a beautiful winter day with snow on the ground too. So surreal. Alex was so personable and down to earth, and truly made us both comfortable throughout the process. I actually had FUN taking photos! The pictures were stunning and were used for our save the dates as well.
Throughout the wedding planning process, Alex was very involved. I appreciated his attention to detail and extensive knowledge. He always put us at ease too, especially with the photo list! Alex was amazing on our wedding day this July! He captured everyone and every small detail with such natural beauty and grace. He made us all feel comfortable being photographed too. His ideas for photos were so creative and thoughtful, and turned out better than I could have ever possibly imagined. Alex actually was the real hero too...coming in clutch with some Pepto Bismol for my husband. Literally. Saved. The. Day. Alex thought of everything, and for that I will be forever grateful.
In addition to our engagement and wedding package, we also purchased his photobooth, as well as photo albums. The photobooth was an absolute HIT! It’s easily portable and it was moved from cocktail hour to the dance floor later in the evening. The process of choosing photos for print is so simple with his website too. We are so blessed to have shared this milestone with Alex. We have a photographer for life and cannot recommend him enough. We love you Alex!
Colleen H
5.0
9/17/2021
We first met Alex back in 2019 when he did our engagement pictures. It was our second session with a different photographer and right away we knew we were going to love our wedding photos. His eye for the candid shots and keeping a natural timeless edit to his photos is why I choose him. He got us to laugh, have fun, and most important not stress about being in front of a camera. Coming from a photographer who is SO picky about photos, I 100000% recommend booking him. We only just got our wedding preview and I can't wait to see the rest.
Tabitha P
5.0
8/12/2021
I wholeheartedly endorse Alex and Jana Photography! They were amazing from start to finish. During planning meetings, I immediately felt comfortable and confident that the team understood my personality and my vision for the day. My photographers, Emily and Nick, were the best! Everyone at the event loved them and the photos displayed their talent. I would recommend Alex and Jana to anyone in the market for wedding photography!
Damon L
5.0
8/12/2021
Alex and his team are the real deal. Out of any vendor we have ever used, they were by far the most responsive, professional, and engaging. We were paired with Emily for our wedding photography, and we couldn't have been happier; she's a real artist. Would highly recommend them to anyone.
Sara R
5.0
8/02/2021
Jana was a dream come true as our wedding photographer! Our wedding was a destination wedding and she did an incredible job creating a timeline and communicating throughout the process to take the burden off of us. She was organized and captured so many details we can look back on forever. She was energetic and so friendly, it made us feel so comfortable the day of the wedding. We were in the best hands!
Jasmin A
5.0
8/01/2021
From taking our engagement photos to our wedding, she exceeded our expectations. As soon as we met her, we instantly connected. She made us feel so comfortable and takes the most gorgeous NATURAL photos. Me and my husband are into nature and she really captured our love for one another and our love for nature in these photos. She’s sweet and has the most calming and happy energy. I truly am impressed by her and I would recommend her to any and all of my friends when they need a photographer! Picking her, you will be so so satisfied with what you will get, she puts hard work into these photos and she’s really damn great at it! WE LOVE LOVE OUR PICTURES JANA!!!! <3
Melissa B
5.0
7/15/2021
Alex and Jana are the photography dream team!! I felt an instant connection with Jana on our phone consultation. She was friendly, informative, honest, and so very patient.
While planning, they were extremely responsive and worked very well with our other vendors. Communication was always very dependable - even throughout the pandemic.
On the day of the wedding, they were the calm to our storm. Extremely professional, easy going, and most of all - efficient! They got all shots in a tasteful amount of time, and still made sure we got that special and limited time with friends and family. They knew exactly what they were doing and it really, really showed. We could not be more grateful for their kind demeanor and professionalism.
As for the results, they gave us a sneak peak while we were still on our honeymoon! The rest of our photos came shortly after. Every single photo is as dreamy as the next! They are truly so good at their craft. Could not be more obsessed!!
We methodically chose them because we loved their work on their website, but will remember them because of the amazing experience they shared with us from beginning all the way until the very end. Support this business because not only do they deserve it, but so do you for your special day! Thank you SO MUCH Alex & Jana!! <3
Dana and Ashley C
5.0
7/08/2021
You will not regret booking Alex & Jana Photography, TRUST ME. From the moment my husband and I sat down and chatted with Alex, we knew that he was the perfect fit. The photos sell themselves, but Alex was so pleasant and easy to talk to. We trusted him fully and he delivered big time. I might also mention as a side note that our original wedding was moved because of the pandemic and Alex took my frantic messages and reschedule questions head on. Once we finally got to have our rescheduled wedding, him and his assistant were timely and never made me nervous once, in fact, they really helped me feel at ease with how relaxed and organized they were. We could not be more happy with the images we received. There are so many that we love they wont even all fit into one of the albums we can purchase from them. If you appreciate their aesthetic and how they play with the focus you will go bananas for this work.. The quality of the images are astounding. I cannot believe how GQ they made my husband look. Alex made our wedding totally magazine worthy. We will cherish these images for the rest of our lives and we hope that generations after us will too. These are precious, precious images. Worth every single last cent.
Danielle K
5.0
6/10/2021
Working with Alex was a phenomenal experience from start to finish. Not only are our engagement and wedding photos absolutely magical, but it felt like we were hanging out with an old friend in the process.
Alex is so easy to talk to, is genuinely interested to know what you’re hoping for out of your photos, and goes over the top to make it happen. Every photo is unique, nothing looks posed, and you can truly re-live the magic of your day through the pictures.
The absolute BEST experience, altogether!! Could not be happier.
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