inspired, simple imagery - spontaneous and true

Before any journey, there is purpose - let’s define yours with a collection of distinct and spontaneous-looking images that show how your happiest day was only the beginning.

Hi. I’m Josh, thanks for being here. While many things can be said about the images you’re about to see - I invite you to allow them to speak to you directly. Art is only as good as its connection with its viewers. Inquire here.

HOW WOULD YOU LIKE YOUR WEDDING DAY STORY BE TOLD?

It’s important to me that you and your loved ones enjoy your day as you would without the odd feeling of a following photographer. This encourages spontaneous moments through genuine interaction among yourselves - rendered faithfully through artful photography.

You are not mere subjects of your wedding day, but the actual author and I, your storyteller. This collaborative approach ensures the images remain faithful to your character and the day’s events.

You will never be told to look no further - that you’ve found who you’ve been looking for. It’s necessary to compare my work to others who’ve caught your attention. Those who find value in what we offer will stay. 95% of our clients are previous clients or know someone who is. This is a safe space - please be yourself and take your time. Click here to see our 590+ 5-star reviews on WeddingWire.com.

Q & A

If you like what you see so far but need something slightly different, feel free to reach out. Every client’s needs are unique, and I enjoy working together to find the perfect solution. Our conversations will be straightforward and transparent. My goal is to meet your needs, and if I can’t, I’ll let you know upfront and help you find the right alternative. Email me here.

How much does your service cost and what does it include? Let’s keep things simple. Weddings begin at $3750 for 5 hours and every additional hour is $1000. An elopement with fewer than 25 guests is $1500 for 2 hours and $550 for every additional hour. An 8+ hour wedding package includes a complimentary couples portrait session - before or after the wedding and an extra 1-hour photo coverage. This can be added to your wedding day photography or used to photograph your rehearsal dinner. Regardless of the service package, clients receive a custom, password-protected, shareable, downloadable, and print-capable gallery that features 12 preview photos within a day of the wedding and the complete collection within a month, Anyone who has access to this can order and ship photos directly to themselves. When considering a photographer + your budget, look into the professional’s talents, methods, and the experience they offer. Click here to see how past clients describe their experience with us. Without obligation, you can learn more by inquiring here.

Who are your clients? The images I help create are inspired, simple, spontaneous, and true. Perfectly posed, still-looking pictures work well for many - but my work resonates differently and is not for everyone. Those who find value will stay - and when you do, I’m with you 100%. My clients are creative - we like taking risks. We can be quiet but unafraid to take up space if needed. Substance over form, my client finds beauty in moments over shiny, perfect things. We’re non-traditional and inclusive. We’re imperfectionists.  We find wonder in the tiny details unique to our families. My clients are kind and they’re awesome. 

How do we book you? Inquire here. We'll hop on a video call and discuss your vision and determine your wedding photography experience. A signed contract and a 50% non-refundable retainer are necessary to move forward. Preferably, payment is accepted through Zelle using, 951-941-1811, we could also use ACH, Venmo: @joshuafernandez, Apple Pay, Google Pay, cash or credit card (+4% transaction fee).

Where are you based and do you travel for weddings? While my family calls the Washington, DC area home - I’m often in San Francisco, CA, and love traveling for work. Travel fees include the plane ticket, hotel and car rental/cab expenses only. A travel fee is requested beyond 50 miles of Washington, DC. Other expenses are on me - no fine print funny stuff.

How many photos do you deliver? About 400 pictures from the approximate 7000 will be processed for 8 hours of photography. You and I will work together not to produce the most images - but to craft the ones that matter.

Do we receive copies of all of our unedited photos? Usually, no. Unedited photos are unfinished work and only part of the product - similar to flour being an ingredient in bread. These will not look like what you’ve seen on the website. Because of the large file sizes, a USB thumb drive will be sent within a week of ordering. The complete unedited set in raw format is available for an additional $1000.

How is a cancellation/reschedule handled? To secure a date, a non-refundable, 50% retainer is necessary. This commits us to the wedding date. No other work opportunities will be entertained on our end. If a wedding date is moved due to anything besides force majure, the retainer is waived and a new retainer is necessary for the new date.

Do you do engagement sessions and rehearsal dinner photography? Yes, and both are encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity to experience being professionally photographed together with the wedding in mind. An 8-hour wedding coverage includes a complimentary couples portrait session + rehearsal dinner.

Can you help us plan for the wedding? Planning is one of my favorite things and the best way to do this is through a video call. Upon inquiry, please share convenient dates to hop on a 30-minute video call. We will understand your vision and discuss our approach. Timely updates will be sent as we get closer to the wedding.