TRUE PHOTOGRAPHY - Ranked #1!
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Aaron
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AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
We are all about showing the heart, love and energy that your day will bring. Expect a ton of candid moments, sprinkled in with stylized shots. We freeze action into the single most impactful moment. We love to show off all of the textures and color of your wedding day.
The photographers we have sought out have to have these ingredients:
✅ Talent - You can't teach talent. You can refine it, but you either see it or you don't. Talent with photography involves seeing things in a different light and perspective. It is understanding that each image is a story you are telling and it is important to share that story in the most flattering and beautiful way.
✅ Experience - Each photographer has to have had their own photography business for at least three years. Experience doesn't necessarily mean that you are talented. What it does mean, however, is that you have been put in many situations and scenarios. The more you have been in those situations and scenarios the quicker you know how to properly handle them. This leads to better photography, but also a much smoother and more efficient experience.
✅ Diversity- It is important that the photographer produces a variety of unique shots. This entails different backgrounds, poses, expressions and emotions. This will provide you with many options to choose from. You can expect a healthy mix of candids of you and all of your guests, as well as stylized shots, artsy photos, formals (photographed quickly and professionally), and details. Fifty years later, you will still feel that your images look amazing, and are free of all gimmicks.
✅ Personality - Much like talent, you can't teach someone to be cool and likable. We have searched high and low for people that have both talent and also great personalities. Everyone has a positive energy and is very happy on the outside. On the inside they are detailed and thinking of all the little things that will make each shot the best it can be. When you and your guests are being photographed, they will naturally look better if you have a photographer that is also smiling and happy. On top of being a nice person, they also have to be very comfortable giving direction in a likable way.
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Meet the team
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- AaronOwnerI started True Photography in 2000, after graduating from Brooks Institute of Photography. At first, I began photographing alone. I would shoot events, do the marketing, retouch the images, process the accounting, and build albums. Although my clients were happy, I found that I was spread too thin to accomplish everything effectively and at the highest quality. Fast-forward 22 years, and many refinements later, today, we are a booking agency representing the top wedding photographers. I have sought out award winning talent that is technically savvy, creative, and super personable.
- AvalonClient Relations SpecialistAvalon R. is a Client Relations Specialist with a lifelong passion for photography, sparked by a childhood gift of a Polaroid camera. A graduate of UC Santa Cruz with a degree in Film and Digital Media, Avalon combines technical expertise with a deep appreciation for storytelling and creativity. Raised by a wedding planner and surrounded by artistic influences, Avalon has a natural love for capturing unique expressions of love through authentic and timeless imagery.
- JenniferDirector of Creative TalentWith a passion for portrait photography and storytelling, Jen has been capturing meaningful moments since 2002, when she began assisting a prominent wedding photographer in South Florida. Her career has taken her across the U.S.—from Florida to New England and now San Diego—working with talented creatives and incredible clients along the way. Known for her ability to capture authentic expressions and personalities, she combines technical skill with a genuine love for people and travel.
- KristenClient Relations SpecialistKristen will be one of the first people you speak with at True Photography and Video! She is able to expertly guide you through our packages and pricing options while letting your vision guide the way.
- KimPresident and Finance DirectorKim has been a driving force behind the company’s success for over 15 years. A San Diego native with a deep love for weddings, Kim expertly balances finance and client care to ensure every couple feels valued and supported. Her warm, detail-oriented leadership style and unwavering dedication make her an indispensable part of the True team.
Reviews
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True Photography & Video receives consistent praise for professional, friendly, and efficient teams who put couples at ease and capture stunning candid and posed shots. Reviewers highlight fast turnaround, seamless coordination with venues, and excellent videography. Highly recommended for weddings.Review photos
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Irisa C
5.0
5/21/2026
We had an excellent experience with True Photography! They captured everything we asked for and their team was warm and inviting to take photos with at our wedding. Anita, Taylor, ...
and Kyle did an amazing job the day of the wedding! I also cannot believe the quick turnaround--we received our photos while on our honeymoon!
Katie C
5.0
5/13/2026
We had Pauleen Chakravorty for our wedding on 4/25/26 in San Diego and I cannot say enough good things about her. Pauleen is amazing. The photos are beautiful and truly captured wh...
o we are as a couple. I cannot even pick a favorite photo as they are all so amazing. Not only did she take such gorgeous photos, but she was also so fun and easy to work with. It was a very stressful and nerve-wracking day but she made me feel so at ease. I cannot recommend her enough. If I could get married again (and again and again), I would hire her in a heartbeat.
Response from True Photography and Video on 05/13/2026
Oh my goodness, thank you so much for these incredibly kind words 🥹💛
Pauleen is truly so...
talented, and I know this review is going to mean the world to her. We are so happy to hear that your photos felt authentic to who you are as a couple and that she helped make you feel calm and at ease throughout the day ✨
Your wedding day is such an emotional experience, and knowing that Pauleen helped make it feel fun, comfortable, and memorable is exactly what we hope for every couple 😊
Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day. We are so grateful to have been a part of it, and we wish you both a lifetime of happiness together! 💛
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Jordan M
5.0
5/10/2026
We chose True Photography and Video because they came highly recommended through our venue, Wedgewood San Clemente Shore, and they absolutely lived up to the reputation! We went wi...
th the 2 photographer and 1 videographer option which I would absolutely recommend to other couples.
Working with Pauleen (Lead photographer), Jasmyn, and Kyle (videographer) was the best decision we made. What impressed us most was their incredible speed and efficiency. They managed to capture every single shot and angle we wanted without making us feel like we were stuck in a photo shoot all day. They know what shots to capture and how to pose the couple and wedding party for the best possible shot. Because they were so fast and organized, we actually got to spend more time enjoying our wedding and being with our guests, which was so important to us.
Pauleen and Jasmyn have a great eye for the beautiful details at San Clemente Shore, and Kyle’s video work is top-tier. Not only are they great at what they do, but they worked amazing together and matched our energy! If you’re a Wedgewood couple, trust the recommendation—this team is phenomenal!
Response from True Photography and Video on 05/10/2026
Reading your sweet review truly means the world to our team :) We’re so happy to hear that...
you had such a wonderful experience with Pauleen, Jasmyn, and Kyle. They are all so talented, and it makes us incredibly proud to know they helped make your wedding day feel seamless, fun, and full of special moments.
One of the biggest compliments we can receive is hearing that you were able to fully enjoy your wedding day and spend meaningful time with your guests while still having all those beautiful memories captured. That’s exactly the experience we hope to create for every couple :)
Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day and for taking the time to share your experience. We’re beyond grateful to have been part of your celebration at San Clemente Shore and are so excited for you both as you begin this next chapter together!
Meg M
5.0
5/09/2026
Oh my goodness, I cannot speak higher of the Pauleen and Dustin duo. My wedding day was kick-started PERFECTLY with their guidance and energy and I would not imagine my wedding day...
with anyone else. The second photographer, Jenn, she killlled it with all the groom's photos. So many awesome snaps were taken for me to look back on moments I missed throughout the day. Some amazing shots of my guests just enjoying themselves have been my favorite to look back at. Thank you so so much to Pauleen , Dustin, and Jenn!!
Also, before Dustin entered my bridal suite, Pauleen asked if it was okay for him to enter, and I think even her going that extra step to ask if he could enter really was so sweet and I am so touched she was so thoughtful. During my big day when I just felt like Mickey Mouse smiling for the crowd, Pauleen and Dustin kept the energy upbeat and kept reminding me to breathe. Loved them so much!! Can't imagine my day without them. We also snuck into the Windmill Food Hall arcade to sneak some photos since we were so good on our timeline and they turned out to be some of my favorite photos! Hello new profile photo! Thank you so much to your team.
Response from True Photography and Video on 05/09/2026
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind review! 🥹💛
We are absolutely thrilled to hear...
how well your day started off and how much you loved working with Pauleen, Dustin, and Jen! They will be so happy to hear your feedback, especially about those candid guest moments and the arcade photos at Windmill Food Hall (those spontaneous stops are always some of the best!) 😊
I also love that you noticed those thoughtful little touches throughout the day, that’s exactly the level of care our team strives for, and it means so much to hear it made such an impact on your experience.
Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day. We are so grateful to have been a part of it! 💛
Yasi A
5.0
3/24/2026
We had an absolutely amazing experience working with Chelsea, Alex, Kyle, and the True Photography team for our wedding weekend.
We had multiple calls with Jen who helped us plan ...
and finalize details for the wedding weekend and made us feel confident in our decision! She then paired us with Chelsea as our day-of lead photographer. From the moment we met Chelsea, it was clear she was the perfect fit for us. She brought such an incredible energy to the entire weekend—fun, warm, and engaging—while still keeping everything organized and on track. She struck that rare balance of being both highly professional and genuinely enjoyable to be around, which made such a difference throughout the day.
One of the things we appreciated most was how seamlessly she guided us through all of the photos. Everything moved quickly and efficiently, but never felt rushed or stressful. We were able to stay present and actually enjoy the process, and in the end, we got every single shot we had hoped for (and so many more we’ll treasure!).
We also want to give a huge thank you to Alex, who was equally wonderful to work with—kind, supportive, and a great presence throughout the day.
Overall, we are so grateful to the entire True Photography team for capturing our wedding so beautifully. If you’re looking for a photography team that is talented, organized, and truly knows how to create a fun and comfortable experience, we cannot recommend them enough.
Emeri K
5.0
3/19/2026
We found True through our venue, Grand Tradition Estate & Gardens (listed as a preferred vendor), and couldn’t be happier with our choice. The True team has been helpful, attentiv...
e, and communicative since the very beginning of booking. We met our lead photographer, Anita, last year when we did our engagement shoot and fell in love! My husband does NOT like getting his photo taken but Anita helped him feel comfortable and as natural as possible from the very start. After seeing our gorgeous engagement pictures, we knew our wedding photos were going to be phenomenal. Our wedding day team was top notch. Anita was the ultimate hype girl while maintaining a beautiful level of professionalism. My girls all commented on how easy it was to feel confident and amazing while Anita was in charge. Brian captured incredible details and moments we wouldn’t have even noticed if he hadn’t had the eye for them. And the video Dustin got was unmatched - drone and all! We received our photos back in record time and our videos came back just over one week after our wedding! We are THRILLED to have our memories captured in such a beautiful way and couldn’t imagine our day being captured by anyone other than True. 1000/10 recommend!
Daniel S
5.0
3/12/2026
True Photography & Video were amazing! They were integral in creating such amazing memories during our special day! Every one of the staff was kind and helpful and we couldn't imag...
ine working with anyone else! Highly recommend!
Adrian S
5.0
3/06/2026
Our photographers were absolutely incredible to work with from start to finish. From the moment we first connected, they made us feel comfortable and confident that our wedding day...
was in great hands. On the day of the wedding, they were professional, organized, and captured every important moment so naturally.
They did an amazing job directing photos while still allowing everything to feel authentic and relaxed. We especially appreciated how they captured candid moments with our family and friends that we’ll cherish forever.
The photos turned out stunning and truly tell the story of our day. We couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a photographer who is talented, professional, and a joy to work with.
Courtney D
5.0
2/28/2026
Working with True Photography for our wedding day was a seamless experience. They were highly attentive and responsive leading up to the big day. And on the wedding day, both our m...
ain and secondary photographers were so sweet and made us feel at ease. The pictures they captured throughout the evening were breathtaking. We couldn’t be happier with our experience with True.
Robert H
5.0
2/23/2026
Mary and Sam were excellent to work with. They helped capture our special day perfectly
Alexa B
5.0
2/22/2026
Great experience! We felt confident in our choice throughout the entire process. No notes.
Nicole R
5.0
2/10/2026
Working with True Photography in preparation for our wedding made me feel more confident about the flow of the day and they provided great suggestions that we ended up incorporatin...
g like taking table shots. They always made me feel like I could reach out if I ended up having any questions but we were clear on what we wanted.
The photographer Pauleen from TruePhotography on the day was so professional and we LOVE the pictures. I told her we couldn’t have come up with the poses on our own and she was great with getting us together after the ceremony because I think we were both a little scattered at first. She captured everything we wanted by herself. I also appreciated how she made sure to get a picture of us with the cake because Cameron and I just wanted a quick pic with it but we weren’t paying attention to the time. She was amazing, so friendly and did a great job capturing us and our guests.
Response from True Photography and Video on 02/10/2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review, it truly means th...
e world to us! 🤍
We’re so glad that working with True Photography during the planning process helped you feel confident and supported, and that the suggestions we shared (like table shots!) ended up being helpful on the day. Knowing you always felt comfortable reaching out is exactly the experience we aim to provide.
Pauleen will be so happy to read this. She’s incredible at guiding couples through poses, keeping things organized during those post-ceremony moments, and making sure no special detail is missed, even when the day is moving fast. We love hearing how much you enjoyed your photos and how well she captured you, Cameron, and your guests.
Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day. Wishing you both so much happiness ahead!
Liz O
5.0
2/06/2026
True photography you all rock!! Our photos are beautiful, the videos are amazing!!! We can’t believe how wonderful everything is! Thanks so much for the incredible work -Dustin, Pa...
uline , and Michael!!
Response from True Photography and Video on 02/06/2026
You rock, Liz ;) We're so happy to know that you're enjoying your photos + videos from the...
wedding day. Thank you for having us there to capture all the loving moments. It was truly a beautiful day!
Megan S
5.0
12/11/2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (11/10)
Absolutely Incredible Wedding Photographers!
We got married on November 20th, 2025 at the Cuvier Club in La Jolla, CA, and hiring Parker and Kyle...
from True Photography was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. They were fantastic through and through.
From the moment they arrived, Parker and Kyle brought the perfect balance of professionalism, creativity, and genuine warmth. They made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera, guided us when we needed it, and somehow captured every meaningful moment without ever feeling intrusive.
Their eye for detail and ability to catch both the grand, emotional highlights and the small, intimate moments is truly exceptional. Our photos are breathtaking—filled with color, emotion, and artistry that perfectly reflect our day. We’ve looked through our gallery countless times, and each photo feels like a masterpiece.
Beyond their incredible talent, Parker and Kyle were simply a joy to be around. They kept the energy positive, blended seamlessly with our guests, and made the entire experience fun and relaxed.
If you’re looking for photographers who go above and beyond in every single way, look no further. Parker and Kyle deserve 11/10 stars—truly unforgettable artists and wonderful humans.
Response from True Photography and Video on 12/11/2025
Thank you so much for this incredible review! It truly means the world to us. We’re happy ...
to hear that Parker and Kyle helped make your day at the Cuvier Club so special, they absolutely loved being part of your celebration!
Your kind words about their creativity, energy, and presence are exactly what we strive for with every couple we work with. It brings us so much joy to know your photos capture the emotion and magic of your wedding exactly as you remember it.
Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day. We’re honored to have been part of it, and we wish you both a lifetime of love and happiness! 💛
Morgan M
5.0
11/23/2025
The whole process with this team was seamless and easy. They understood what I wanted and how I wanted my photos perfectly. Sara was an amazing photographer and she was great with ...
my guests highly recommend her!
Response from True Photography and Video on 11/23/2025
Thank you so much for your sweet note, Morgan! We're so happy to hear that the process was...
easy and you felt supported, and are truly honored to have been there to capture all the precious moments. Wishing you and Troy a lifetime of happiness!
Shelby G
5.0
11/17/2025
The most beautiful photos, Sarah R our lead photographer knew exactly how to capture our day. Can’t wait to see our video footage, and have been enjoying our photos, they came in a...
bout a week after the wedding, super quick!
The only downside to the photography team on our wedding day is that the assistant photographer had the vows and hadn’t handed them to the groom before the ceremony so there was a bit of panic mid ceremony on where the vows were.
Bernarda A
5.0
11/03/2025
True Photography was amazing! They captured every single magical moment and then some! Gave great direction and were very professional with our wedding event. Pauline and the team ...
did a tremendous job making each frame look magical and made each photo feel like it should be in a fashion magazine! They knew every angle to shoot, every pose to capture and the best spots throughout the venue and surrounding area. Pre-ceremony, ceremony, portraits, cocktail hour, reception...there were amazing photos and video coverage for each step of our amazing day and it would not have been captured without the help of True Photography. Would highly recommend the team for anyone looking for highly skilled and professional photographers/videographers!
Response from True Photography and Video on 11/03/2025
Thank you so much for your sweet review! We’re thrilled to hear how much you loved your ex...
perience with True Photography. Pauline and the team had such a wonderful time capturing your beautiful day. You two made every moment so special! We’re so happy the photos and video brought all that magic back to life for you. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and joy, and thank you again for trusting us to be part of your celebration! 💛
Lauren F
5.0
10/28/2025
Our wedding photos turned out better than we could have ever imagined thanks to True Photography! We absolutely love our wedding photos!! Our lead photographer Pauleen was so profe...
ssional, creative, and made the entire process so fun and easy. We had a really great time working with her and the rest of the team throughout the day. Every moment was captured beautifully, and we’ll truly cherish these pictures forever. Highly recommend to any couple looking for someone truly special behind the lens!
Response from True Photography and Video on 10/28/2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re so happy to hear how much you love your p...
hotos and that Pauleen and our team helped make your day so fun and stress-free. Capturing those beautiful, once-in-a-lifetime moments is exactly what we love to do, and it means the world to know you’ll cherish them forever. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together!
– The True Photography Team
Brittney L
5.0
10/17/2025
Wow! True Photography exceeded all of our wedding photo expectations. We had Chrissy as our photographer who was so amazing. She made us feel comfortable and truly captured such sp...
ecial moments. Overall true seemed to offer the best for the price and we even got 2,000 + photos delivered back to us with all the color pop we asked for in 5 days! We were shocked. Highly recommend True - ask for Chrissy!!!
Response from True Photography and Video on 10/17/2025
Thank you so much for your beautiful words, Brittney! We’re so happy to hear that you love...
d your photos and that Chrissy helped make you feel comfortable and supported. We love knowing that the photos captured everything you hoped for (and that you received them so quickly! YAY!). It was an honor to be part of your celebration and capture those memories for you and John.
Wishing you both a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and moments as joyful as your wedding day.
suzanne B
5.0
10/11/2025
True Photography absolutely captured every precious moment of my wedding day!
Valerie was so skilled in getting the perfect shots . The photo quality and content are superb. Overal...
l the service, the quality, the price and the finished product completely five star! I couldn’t be happier😊
Response from True Photography and Video on 10/11/2025
Hi Suzanne :) Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear how happy you ...
are with your photos and that Valerie helped capture your day so beautifully. It means the world to know the images and experience were everything you hoped for. Wishing you and Scott a lifetime of love and happiness! 💛
Sarah M
5.0
10/08/2025
True Photography was AMAZING!! Our lead photographer, Josie, really helped capture our day and helped our large group be organized enough to get all our key photos. She worked alo...
ngside our videographer amazingly and we couldn't be happier with how the photos turned out! The sprinklers turned on during our after-ceremony shoot and the team handled it so professionally but also captured the moments, allowing us to have a great laugh about it. Turnaround time for the pictures was so fast, we got them back in 7 days. If you are thinking about hiring them, 10/10 recommend. If you can, i would recommend an engagement photoshoot to meet your lead photographer and make sure you vibe with them :)
Response from True Photography and Video on 10/08/2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear how much you loved work...
ing with Josie and that she helped keep everything fun and organized throughout the day. The sprinkler moment is definitely one for the books. We’re so glad it turned into such a memorable (and laugh-worthy!) part of your photos. 😊
We truly appreciate your kind words and your recommendation. Wishing you both all the happiness in the world as newlyweds! ❤️
— The True Photography Team
Andrea L
5.0
9/17/2025
True photography has been so easy to work with. They have a great team whom are all very responsive and professional. We were assigned a photographer and videographer who understoo...
d and executed our vision. All interactions leading up to the wedding were so helpful during the planning process that when it came to the wedding day, Megan and team were able to capture stunning photos during short periods of time.
Response from True Photography and Video on 09/17/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and taking the time to write us such a wonderful rev...
iew, it's so apprecitaed. I'm so thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience and that Megan and our team brought your vision to life :) Congratulations again for officially becoming newlyweds!! And thank you again for choosing True!
Kelsey C
5.0
9/11/2025
True Photography and Pauleen truly made our day! The communication prior to the day, the day of, and after our wedding was 10/10. We had multiple meetings before to set our goals a...
nd discuss timelines and the team was super flexible and detailed. The quality of the photos were not only EXACTLY as we imagined, but even better. We also got them all back within days of the event - so fast! We are so happy with this team and recommend them fully! Thank you!
Response from True Photography and Video on 09/11/2025
Thank you sooo much for such an awesome review! I so appreciate it!! It truly means the wo...
rld to us that you took the time to share your experience. Thank you again for trusting us with capturing your big day :) I’m so happy to hear you had such an amazing experience :)
Claire S
5.0
8/22/2025
We had such a great experience with this photography team! One thing that really stood out to me was how they assign photographers based on how familiar they are with the venue. Th...
at gave me so much peace of mind knowing our photographer would already know the best spots, angles, and lighting.
We booked Pauleen for both our engagement shoot and our wedding day, and we absolutely loved working with her. She made us feel comfortable, gave us tons of beautiful options for our save the dates, and I knew right away we’d get amazing wedding photos too.
The turnaround time was also super impressive. They have an in-house editing team dedicated to retouching photos, while the photographers focus only on shooting. Because of that, we got our wedding gallery back faster than any of the other companies I had looked into.
Overall, I couldn’t be happier. If you’re looking for a team that’s professional, efficient, and truly talented, I’d highly recommend them
Response from True Photography and Video on 08/25/2025
Wow, thank you so much for sharing this!! We’re so happy to hear you had such a great expe...
rience with us and with Pauleen. She really is amazing at making couples feel comfortable while capturing stunning photos. I’m also glad the venue familiarity and quick turnaround stood out to you :) That’s something our whole team works really hard on, so it means a lot to hear your feedback.
We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation!
Shayne W
5.0
8/16/2025
Our wedding was captured PERFECTLY because of the True Photography and Video Team. Anita and Dustin, along with their supports, were the best. They made us feel so comfortable, nev...
er drew any moment out too long, and captured images and videos that we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you so, so much! I was a bit anxious about photos and videos because they’re so crucial for the event, and I couldn’t recommend this group enough.
Response from True Photography and Video on 08/16/2025
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re beyond happy to hear that Anita and Dustin helpe...
d you feel comfortable and truly captured your day in a way you’ll cherish forever. Your sweet words mean the world to us, and it was such an honor to be part of your wedding. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and joy! 💕
Lauren M
5.0
7/23/2025
True Photography was fantastic to work with! Their team was professional, fun, and incredibly accommodating from start to finish. Huge shoutout to Avalon and Jen for being our go-t...
o contacts throughout the entire process—they were so patient and responsive with all our questions and correspondence. An even bigger shoutout to our amazing photographers, Pauleen and Bruna, and our videographer, Dustin. They all went above and beyond on our wedding day to capture every special moment. True Photography made everything so easy, and I truly can’t express my appreciation enough. I would absolutely recommend them and would love to work with them again!
Response from True Photography and Video on 07/23/2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! 😊
We’re absolutely thrilled to hear you had such a ...
great experience with our team. Avalon and Jen loved working with you, and Pauleen, Bruna, and Dustin had nothing but amazing things to say about your day! It means the world to us that you felt supported, comfortable, and well taken care of from start to finish. Thank you for trusting us to capture such an important moment in your lives, we’d be honored to work with you again in the future!
Wishing you both all the happiness in the world! 💛
Dylan M
5.0
6/18/2025
We had a great experience with true photography and video! The company was very professional, organized, and was quick to respond to any questions we had during the wedding plannin...
g process. We booked an engagement photo session with them and they worked with us and our timeline to make the session happen in enough amount of time to get our save the dates out. For our wedding we were assigned Megan O and Anthony for photography and Kyle Garrett as our videographer. Megan O and Anthony had great energy throughout the night and were so helpful! Megan created a detailed organized checklist of all the photos that I wanted and made sure to capture each picture that I had noted on my shot list. Kyle zoomed around during the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception to capture wonderful videos. Both the photographer and videographer came up with natural and flattering poses and we were very happy with the results. I would highly recommend this company!
Response from True Photography and Video on 06/18/2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great experien...
ce with our team. Megan, Anthony, and Kyle will be so happy to hear your feedback! Wishing you both all the best in this next chapter—congrats again! 💛
Shane J
5.0
6/08/2025
Chelsea Lopez at True Photography sold us on this vendor at the Wedgewood Extravaganza vendor event through her personalized touch and great personality! She agreed to be the perso...
n actually shooting the photos. The day of the event, Chelsea & Jen did not disappoint keeping us organized and on track with respect to major event times. Chelsea & Jen captured everything we could have asked for and more. Our photos turned out BREATHTAKINGLY AWESOME!! 5-star experience. Thank you Chelsea & Jen !
-Shane & Megan
Response from True Photography and Video on 06/08/2025
Thank you for your incredibly kind words! Your message truly made our day! We’re so happy...
to hear Chelsea and Jen helped everything feel smooth, organized, and meaningful. Knowing you’re thrilled with your photos and felt supported on your wedding day is the best feedback we could hope for! We’re so grateful you chose True Photography, and we’re honored to have captured such a special day for you both. :))
Jules H
5.0
5/21/2025
Seriously, no words for how much I loved my decision of True Photography. Pictures are my most important memory for me, and I went with True Photography because of their profession...
alism, experience, quality and kindness. Their front office was so kind, helpful and quick to respond. Their website and photos truly displayed their quality, uniqueness and vibrancy, and my photos turned out exactly that way! Every guest commented on how beautiful our photos were. And our turnaround was extremely fast, everyone was impressed! Megan, our main photographer, was integral in our wedding. She set such a great vibe, she was efficient with kindness, and truly relieved so much of my stress even prior to the wedding. I highly recommend Megan and The True Photography company! Thank you so much!!
Response from True Photography and Video on 05/21/2025
Wow — seriously, your message just made our day!! Thank you so much for your incredibly ki...
nd words. It means the world to us to know how much your photos and experience meant to you.
We're thrilled to hear that Megan was such a calming and positive presence for you (she’s truly amazing), and that your photos captured everything you hoped for. It’s such a joy for us to be part of moments like yours, and we’re honored to have played a role in your big day.
We’ll be sure to pass along your sweet note to Megan and our team — they’ll be so touched!
Wishing you and your new husband a lifetime of happiness and beautiful memories!
Angel C
5.0
5/14/2025
We can’t thank True Photography & Video enough for capturing our wedding day so beautifully! From the very beginning, the entire team was professional, creative, and incredibly eas...
y to work with.
A huge shoutout to Erin, Myro, and Micheal — you were all amazing! Everyone was so helpful and responsive throughout the planning process, making everything feel seamless and stress-free. Myro, Erin and Micheal, your talent behind the camera truly blew us away. The photos and video perfectly captured every emotion, every laugh, and all the special moments we’ll treasure forever.
We’re so grateful for your hard work and dedication. You exceeded our expectations, and we’re thrilled with the final results. Highly recommend True Photography & Video to anyone looking for top-tier photo and video services in San Diego!
Thank you,
Justin & Angel P.
Response from True Photography and Video on 06/08/2025
Thank you so much for your sweet words! We're absolutely thrilled to hear how happy you ar...
e with your experience. Erin, Myro, and Michael are exceptional people, and it means the world to know that their talent and care helped make your day feel effortless and memorable. Capturing all those emotions, laughs, and meaningful moments is what we love most, and we’re so grateful we got to do that for you. Thank you again for trusting us! It was truly an honor. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and beautiful memories!
Ed
5.0
4/30/2025
True Photography (Megan O. as our lead photographer, Natasha as our 2nd photographer, and Michael as our videographer) was hands down the easiest decision we made for our wedding. ...
Looking at their portfolio, we knew hands down they were THE people we wanted to capture our special day. Communication was top notch since day 1 up until day of! We also worked with Avalon who helped us with any questions we had - she was also amazing.
The day of the wedding Megan, Natasha, and Michael were each incredible. Megan was our lead photographer so we spent most of our time with her and was soooo helpful and really makes you feel comfortable and amazing in front of the camera. We felt like we were in great hands the entire time.
And as expected, our photos came out AMAZING. So many pictures and we love them all. Waiting on our video currently but I'm sure that will come out amazing as well! The only way True Photo/Video knows how!
Response from True Photography and Video on 04/30/2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled you had such a great experience with ...
Megan, Natasha, Michael, and Avalon — we loved being part of your big day! We’re so glad you’re enjoying your photos and can’t wait for you to see the video too :)
Brittni G
5.0
4/02/2025
We loved working with True Photography. answered all our questions, reasonably priced, payment plan options. Our photographer Megan was the absolute best, she was such a sweetheart...
and made me feel loved and special all day. I couldnt have asked for a better photographer. The pictures were beautiful and our video montage was amazing. Dustin did a great job. I truly loved these people and they truly captured such beautiful moments.
Response from True Photography and Video on 05/01/2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're so happy to hear you had such a wonderful expe...
rience with our team. Megan and Dustin will be thrilled to know they helped make your day feel so special and memorable. It means the world to us that you felt taken care of and loved your photos and video. Wishing you both all the happiness in the world as you start this new chapter together! 💛
Cristina M
5.0
3/19/2025
We had our wedding at the Fallbrook Estate by Wedgewood weddings. We were paired up with True Photography & Video by Wedgewood. For photography, Mary S and Jen A did a great job. T...
hey captured all the special moments beautifully, and we're so happy with the photos they delivered. Likewise, our videographer, Kyle Garrett, was exceptional. He did an amazing job capturing the wedding video, staying professional and unobtrusive while still getting every key moment on film.
We wanted to thank them so much!
Cristina & Trent
Response from True Photography and Video on 05/01/2025
Hi Cristina & Trent,
Thank you so much for the incredibly kind words! We’re absolutely th...
rilled to hear how happy you are with your photos and video. Mary, Jen, and Kyle had such a great time capturing your beautiful day, and it means the world to know their work made a lasting impression. Your celebration at Fallbrook Estate was truly special, and we feel honored to have been a part of it.
Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and amazing memories! - Avalon of True Photography & Video
Sarah R
5.0
3/01/2025
This past Monday, I married my best friend of 11 years—the love of my life, my soulmate—at the most perfect wedding venue, Los Willows in Southern California. One of the best decis...
ions we made was choosing True Photography to capture the most important day of our lives. But where we truly got lucky was with our photographer, Pauleen.
From the moment she arrived and introduced herself, I knew we were in for a magical day. She instantly made everyone feel comfortable, beautiful, and excited to be in front of the camera. Her energy was incredible—she worked quickly, guided us with effortless direction, and kept us relaxed and in the moment. Pauleen didn’t just meet our expectations; she exceeded them in every way. She captured every shot we had hoped for and so much more, turning our memories into art.
Her talent, expertise, and creativity added so much to our wedding day, and we feel so grateful to have had her behind the lens. We cannot wait to see all of our photos! If you’re getting married and looking for a photographer, look no further—Pauleen won’t just capture the moments you envision, she’ll bring the love and beauty of your day to life.
Response from True Photography and Video on 03/01/2025
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We are beyond thrilled to hear how special yo...
ur wedding day was and how Pauleen helped make it truly magical. Her ability to make everyone feel comfortable and her creative eye are just a few of the many reasons we love having her on our team.
Congratulations once again on marrying your soulmate, and thank you for trusting us to capture your most important day. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness! - Avalon of True Photography & Video
Rachel P
5.0
2/24/2025
True Photography & Video was absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding day. From the moment we first spoke with Avalon, their lead photographer, we were blown away by her ...
communication style - she was super responsive, helpful, and made us feel completely at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, Avalon was a true superstar, capturing every moment with an impeccable eye for detail. She had such an amazing ability to be in all the right places at the right time, effortlessly documenting our special day. The quality of the photos and video she delivered was absolute perfection - we are overjoyed with the results and feel so lucky to have found True Photography & Video to entrust with preserving the memories of our wedding day. We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Response from True Photography and Video on 02/24/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Avalon and the team mad...
e you feel at ease and captured such special moments. It’s great to know that you're overjoyed with the photos and video—your feedback truly means a lot to us.
It was a pleasure being part of your wedding day, and we wish you both all the best!
Sara S
5.0
10/22/2024
True photography were so professional and fun to work with! We got so much done in just an hour. My photographer was Mary and my videographer was Michael. I thought the pricing was...
very reasonable and the resulting media was so beautiful. Worth every penny. We will cherish these pictures and videos for the rest of our lives.
Response from True Photography and Video on 10/23/2024
Thank you so much for your review and we are thrilled you are so happy :) You both look am...
azing and we are honored to have been a small part of your special day!
Samantha I
5.0
10/05/2024
True photography was just amazing! Jen was our initial contact who ended up serving as the lead photographer on our team. She helped us set our schedule starting a month out from t...
he big day, and was super accommodating to all our adjustments. We had them for 8 hours of coverage, and they knew just how to direct us and capture all the right moments. We had so much fun with them the whole night, and we got the photos back just a week later. They are BEAUTIFUL! They'll be doing a maternity shoot for us later this year and we can't wait for more amazing shots!
Response from True Photography and Video on 10/07/2024
Thank you for the awesome review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that Jen and the team made you...
r day a blast and captured all the special moments perfectly. We're pretty quick with our post production turn around time ;) We’re so looking forward to your maternity shoot and creating more beautiful memories together!
Kevin T
5.0
10/04/2024
Chelsea and co. were the absolute BEST! Words can't express how impressed we were with our photos from our wedding. A few family members commented that the photos could be part of ...
a wedding magazine and I have to agree. Chelsea was able to capture amazing photos at every stop and was GREAT with asking guests to pose for candid photos. If you're looking for a top notch photographer, look no further than True Photography and Chelsea. You can thank me later.
Response from True Photography and Video on 10/07/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re thrilled that you loved your wedding photo...
s and that Chelsea and the team made your day so special. It’s an honor to hear your family thought the pictures were magazine-worthy! We’re grateful you chose True Photography and appreciate your recommendation!
Carolyn S
5.0
10/03/2024
Our initial contact was with Avalon and we became very comfortable that her and her team would provide excellent photo and video capture of our event. We were right to trust her a...
nd her team. True photography met our expectations.
True photography was professional from our original consultation through the wedding. The photographers and videographer arrived on time for the wedding, each was pleasant and fun to work with, listened to our wishes, but still offered advice for particular shots. We appreciated their willingness to take the shots we wanted but also to suggest shots we had not considered. They were patient to get the right photo and video, and were wonderful working with us and our guests.
The photos were beautiful and video was creative. The photos and video captured important moments and fun moments with staged and candid moments. True Photography was wonderful.
Stacey F
5.0
8/29/2024
Paul joined us on the California Princess which is not an easy venue to shoot. With three levels and scattered guests he was able to capture it all! Amazing job Paul!! Thank you so...
much, you were able to capture everything we wanted. They are just gorgeous.
Response from True Photography and Video on 08/29/2024
Jeff, thank you so much for your review! It looks like you really had the perfect day out ...
there on the water, and I know Paul enjoyed his time with you all as well :) Many congratulations your way!!
Katie D
5.0
8/28/2024
True Photography & Video is the preferred vendor with our venue and we’re so happy we used them! We had Dustin as our lead videographer who was the absolute best- so funny, persona...
ble, professional, and a great hype man! We also had Pauleen as our lead photographer who was amazing as well- she listened to our vision of what we liked and disliked. We were provided with almost 3,000 photos to choose from, it’s so hard to pick our favorites! Definitely very happy and relieved we went with True.
Response from True Photography and Video on 08/28/2024
Hi Katie, thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with True ...
Photography & Video! We’re thrilled to hear that Dustin and Pauleen exceeded your expectations and that their professionalism and attention to detail made such a positive impact on your special day. They are one fun team too :)
Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing our studio. We hope to be there for you in the future for all of life's big events!! Sincerely, Avalon of True
Vincent P
5.0
8/20/2024
TRUE Photography was TRULY the best (pun intended)!
We got assigned Megan O as our lead photographer. As two people who have never done a photoshoot, Megan made us feel at ease du...
ring our engagement shoot at Balboa Park. From showing us what poses to do to asking us questions to get to know us, it felt like we were just hanging out with a friend. She was always open to suggestions of places we wanted to take pictures of and made us feel so comfortable. To say that the photos turned out amazing is an understatement. We received so many compliments on the photos.
Between the engagement shoot and our wedding, if I had any questions and texted Megan, she always answered promptly. During the wedding, Megan was already there before the time she told us she would show up as. She is as dependable as they come. She made sure that we all looked our best before taking photos. Even though she didn't need to, she helped me put my veil on and lay out my train for photos to get the best photos possible. I can tell she truly loves this job as I saw her smiling the whole time. Megan would come up to us throughout the wedding to check in on us and ask if we wanted any additional photos. As soon as there was a crowd of people asking to take photos, Megan would magically appear to help take photos on people's phones and on her camera. From the few photos that Megan showed us, I already know that these photos will be cherished for a lifetime. I cannot write enough words to thank Megan for the amazing job she did.
Bruna, our second photographer, was a total team player! In addition to being a rock star photographer who has a lot of creativity in capturing shots for us, Bruna was also our boutonniere aficionado on our wedding day. Seriously, none of us guys knew how to pin a boutonniere correctly so she had to pin it for us individually. It was a real lifesaver. Bruna also came with genuine positivity and an upbeat personality the entire time! Thank you for your photography prowess, positivity, and boutonniere pinning skills Bruna!!
Alex, our videographer, was so fun and incredibly talented! He came up with some fun ideas for videos and made us and our wedding party feel comfortable. He always made sure his takes were perfect before we moved onto the next thing. Alex had a smile on his face the whole time! Even though a wedding can be so chaotic, Alex was a calming presence. He was always ready to get all the action on video and we appreciated how proactive about it.
All in all, you cannot go wrong with this vendor. They are all responsive, always willing to help, and make you feel good. It's so easy to get lost in the mix of the wedding, but they truly made us feel like the day was about us. We cannot recommend them enough!
Response from True Photography and Video on 08/20/2024
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and detailed review :) Your words truly mean th...
e world to us and this glowing review is one of a kind. It is so appreciated! We’re so happy to hear that Megan, Bruna, and Alex made your special day so memorable. They make an amazing team :) Those 3 tend to go above and beyond the norm when it comes to wedding coverage and know how to keep things calm (like Bruna helping with the boutonnieres) Thank you again for taking the time! We hope we can be there for you & Mylin for all of life's big events in the future. All the best - Avalon of True
Parisa O
5.0
8/12/2024
100% recommend!!! We couldn't have asked for a better experience and are so grateful to have had True Photography be part of our wedding day. Leading up to the wedding, communicati...
on with the TP team was excellent and clear. On the day of the wedding, Michael & Nico (our photographers) and Dustin (videographer) were ALL AMAZING. These men are extremely talented and clearly experienced, but also they put us at ease and made us comfortable. They knew our venue well, they knew what shots to get, they adapted to the heat and to schedule mishaps, and they put us and our families at ease. I don't know how to pose but they gave ideas and guidance and any time I as the bride got stressed about something else they made me laugh and recenter. They also worked really well with each other and had excellent communication within their team and to us. Truly, Michael, Nico, and Dustin are super pleasant people to work with in addition to being professionals, and they provided top quality photos and videos of our wedding day that are incredible.
Response from True Photography and Video on 02/20/2025
Hi Parisa,
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! We’re beyond thrilled to hear th...
at you had such a great experience with Michael, Nico, and Dustin. We’re so happy they helped make your day even more special.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It means the world to us to know that the team put you at ease and captured memories you’ll cherish forever.
Wishing you both all the best as you continue this exciting journey together!
Jenn B
5.0
6/21/2024
We are so happy we went with True Photography- we love that their editing style isn’t the trending color filter and that they let us see every single photo that was taken. Getting ...
an accurate quote using their website was so easy and straightforward. We opted for “new talent” and with a military discount, we were able to add a second shooter which was 100% worth it!. Jen H was our main photographer and she was fantastic at taking to heart what we told her about family being everything to us - she went out of her way to make sure we got all the shots on the extensive family photos list, and even took the time to take couples portraits of my grandparents and my aunt & uncle since it was also their anniversary! She was great at directing the family, was firm when she needed to be but friendly & smiling the entire time to keep the timeline rolling. She was great at getting the kiddos to look at the camera too, and was ALL IN when we told her we wanted to do a water gun exit! The photos came out great and we are so happy we had Jen to be a part of our day. Thank you to the second shooter who captured so many special moments that we missed!
Response from True Photography and Video on 06/24/2024
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words and for choosing our studio to capture yo...
ur special day!
Jennifer H is definitely one of a kind and it's wonderful to hear that she went above and beyond to make sure that every moment and every special request was captured beautifully. We truly believe in the importance of family :) Moments like these are what make weddings so memorable, and we are honored to have been a part of yours.
We wish you a lifetime of happiness together, and we hope that your wedding photos bring you joy for many years to come - Avalon of True
David E
5.0
6/18/2024
Dustin and Pauleen were truly one of a kind. The photos and videos are amazing, the quality of work they put out is truly unmatched. Thank you for helping make our event magical an...
d capturing all the amazing moments and making it so easy on all of us!
Response from True Photography and Video on 06/19/2024
Thank you David! Much appreciated, and we're so happy to have been there to capture your m...
agical day :)
ian r
5.0
6/05/2024
There aren't enough superlatives in my vocabulary to express how impressed, amazed, and completely satisfied I am with TRUE videography. They filmed our wedding, and subsequently ...
created the most impactful, creative, memorable, and impossibly beautiful wedding video I could imagine.
I've seen alot of wedding videos, but nothing anybody else does comes close to TRUE. Brandon Feldman is amazing at his job, as are the entire staff. I cannot express my thanks enough for how incredibly well they performed and the end product was beyond my wildest dreams in perfection. If you want a wedding video that will blow you away and one that you will cherish for your entire life, hire True for your wedding. Their attention to detail is stunning, and their craftsmanship in making the cut video was beyond comprehension. They're miracle workers!
Response from True Photography and Video on 06/05/2024
Wow! Your kind words truly mean the world to us. We're absolutely thrilled to hear that yo...
u were so impressed and satisfied with the wedding video we created for you. It was truly an honor to be a part of your special day and to have the opportunity to capture those unforgettable moments.
Brandon is a rock star editor for sure.a Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for choosing True for your special day and for taking the time to share your experience with others. It means everything to us. We're honored to have been a part of your wedding journey, and we wish you a lifetime filled with love, happiness, and beautiful memories.
Corie E
4.0
1/17/2024
Good professionalism, communication wasn't great but wish could have been better. I didn't know who my photo person was till it felt a bit later and the persons style was a bit dif...
ferent then what I thought. We told him we wanted the water area, castle/building, and hills and green. But he spoke of this one tree and that's where we take photos but we couldn't figure it out. On day of our wedding it just felt not what we wanted and not the vibe. The photos all turned out amazing and great and good time frame. The company and photos are amazing! Wish the photographer who we got would have followed our ideas more. The style was what we wanted perfectly. Some photos we really wanted felt rushed (aka by the water) and the ones the photographer wanted felt like took forever. All in all just make sure the style is what you want and maybe be more controlling depending on who it is you get at the company.
Tara L
5.0
11/28/2023
We are so thankful for True Photography and Video. I have to say it was a little different working with a team of people instead on one photographer and one videographer, but it wo...
rked out wonderfully! It was actually better to have a team of people helping rather than one. They were excellent at communication on our every need. They were so easy to work with, eager for the business, thankful and upbeat throughout the entire process. When it came close to our wedding we were introduced to our wonderful photographer who went above and beyond since we were introduced. He was early (one his own time) to our wedding and communicated effectively throughout the day. The videographer also went above and beyond. The two of them complimented each other very well, especially since they had never met! True photography and video upheld every promise they made. We received our photos and videos early and all of the raw footage. I would definitely recommend them as this was the best wedding vendor we hired! Thank you again and again.
Response from True Photography and Video on 11/28/2023
We LOVE working with awesome couples like you ;) I really appreciate all of your kind word...
s. It means everything to us. Congratulations again!!!
Lital S
4.0
11/15/2023
This company has a customer portal and offer a payment plan, which can be helpful if other vendors are requesting large sums all at once.
Personally, I had a lot of frustrations ...
with how this company handled communication leading up to the event, how our photographer struggled to handle the craziness of a wedding day and a lack of creativity.
I expressed my frustrations to the company and they did offer a solution.
anonymous u
5.0
11/04/2023
I have used True on numerous occasions but the most recent was my wedding and I wish I could rate higher than 5 stars. Avalon was my photographer and she absolutely blew not only m...
y husband and I away, but even our guests commented on how her friendly demeanor made taking photos so comfortable and fun. Avalon is so talented and our photos are EXACTLY what I told her that I wanted. She captured every moment that she knew was important to me. I am forever grateful to Avalon and True Photography for giving me these amazing moments to cherish forever. They are the absolute best in the business!
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