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A groom wearing a white tuxedo with black accents, sitting on a marble fireplace, in an elegant room with a chandelier and dark wood paneling.

A bride in a white lace wedding dress lies on a dark floor with her eyes closed, surrounded by a patterned rug.

A bride in a wedding dress sitting on the floor in a dimly lit room with wood-paneled walls and a marble fireplace in the background.

A couple in wedding attire sharing a kiss outdoors at sunset.

Two people standing under a large, ornate chandelier in an elegant, dimly lit room.

A bride and groom stand on a staircase inside a grand, ornate building with marble walls and large decorative windows.

Los Angeles Candid Wedding Photography for Authentic Moments

As your Los Angeles wedding photographer, we capture authentic moments with a calm, inspired eye. On the wedding day, we stay close enough to catch what is real, without interrupting the flow, so your special day feels honest and beautifully captured.

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A bride and groom sitting on the floor in front of a dark wooden wall, with the bride in a white wedding gown and the groom in a white tuxedo jacket and black pants, looking at each other.

A bride in a white lace wedding dress sitting on a sofa in an elegant room with marble walls and dark wooden furniture.

A bride sitting on the floor in a white lace wedding dress with a long train, holding her veil, with a dark background and wooden floor.

A groom in a tuxedo sitting on a dark wooden table in a room with a large window, ornate red curtains, and a chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

A bride in a white wedding dress with lace details and a veil, standing on a marble staircase with a wooden railing, inside a grand building with marble walls.

A bride with blonde hair is behind a sheer, dotted fabric, with her hand gently touching her face in a close-up black and white shot.

Candid Moments and Real Moments

As a Los Angeles wedding photographers, we keep the camera present but never invasive, so candid moments stay real. On the wedding day, we look for the person you are together, the quiet shifts, and the way marriage actually feels, then capture it without forcing it.

Wedding Film

A black and white photom of a couple dressed in formal attire sitting on a vintage couch, leaning in for a kiss, holding champagne glasses in a dimly lit room with framed landscape paintings on the wall behind them.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom embracing in a decorated indoor setting with chandeliers, large windows, and patterned floor.

A black and white photo of a couple kissing at their wedding. The bride is in a wedding dress, and the groom is in a tuxedo.

A bride and groom, dressed in wedding attire, are standing close together in front of a classic car on cobblestone pavement, sharing a kiss, outside a historic building with arched entrance and ivy-covered wall.

Black and white photo of a large historic mansion with a garden and fountain in the foreground, reflection visible in the water.

A bride and groom are holding each other, standing outdoors on a gravel surface. The bride is wearing an off-the-shoulder lace wedding gown, and the groom is dressed in a black tuxedo with a white shirt and a white boutonniere. Their faces are partia

Document Weddings with Genuine Emotions

As your Los Angeles wedding photographer, we document the wedding day with genuine emotions and candid moments that feel like real love stories. The goal is amazing photos with an art driven finish, honest, modern, and deeply personal.

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A bride and groom kissing outdoors in front of a lush green vine-covered archway, with the bride wearing a white off-the-shoulder wedding gown and the groom in a black tuxedo.

A bride and groom sharing a joyful moment, with the groom adjusting the bride's dress.

A newlywed couple in wedding attire standing outdoors on a stone staircase, sharing a tender moment amidst lush greenery and trees.

A bride and groom smiling and sitting inside a classic car, viewed through the windshield.

Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony taking place outdoors near a decorative garden with water features. The bride and groom are standing under a floral arch, surrounded by their wedding party and seated guests.

A bride and groom in wedding attire kiss inside a vintage car.

Human Connection Focused Los Angeles Wedding Photography

Los Angeles wedding photographer for a Los Angeles wedding connect on human connection, taking photos that honor marriage with effortless artistry.

Los Angeles Candid Wedding Photographer Packages

First Embrace: Timeless Wedding Photography | 6 Hours Package

$3,500.00

1 Photographer

Up to 6 hours of coverage

200+ beautifully edited hi-res photos

Online gallery of all images to share with friends and family, available for one year

Unlimited high-resolution downloads

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Truly Yours: Timeless Wedding Photography | 8 Hours Package

$4,800.00

2 Photographers

Coverage up to 8 hours

450+ beautifully edited hi-res photos

Online gallery of all images to share with friends and family, available for one year

Unlimited high-resolution downloads

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Eternal Reflections: Wedding Photography | 10 Hours Package

$5,890.00

2 Photographers

Coverage up to 10 hours

550+ beautifully edited hi-res photos

Online gallery of all images to share with friends and family, available for one year

Unlimited high-resolution downloads

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A bride in a wedding dress sitting on a marble ledge in a room with pink walls, classical statues, and vintage decor.

A black and white photo of a newlywed couple smiling and holding hands outdoors on grass with trees in the background. The groom is in a tuxedo, and the bride is in a strapless wedding dress.

A bride in a white wedding dress sits on the edge of a marble bathtub, leaning back on her hands, with a groom in a black tuxedo sitting on the floor in front of her with his arms resting on his knees. The setting is an elegant room with a red wall,

A bride in a white wedding dress adjusting her gown outdoors, with grass visible.

Bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet, standing outdoors with a group of men in black suits.

A bride in a wedding dress standing on a rug in a living room, looking down and holding the edge of her dress.

Engagement Shoot and Engagement Photos

An engagement session is the easiest way to get comfortable before the wedding. We approach it like wedding photographer, with intimate direction and real artistry, so the pictures feel honest and elevated. When you look back, you will love how the photos turned out, and you will have memories that feel personal, not posed.

A bride in a white dress and glasses laughing and holding a sign that says 'Back of the Year' while a groom in a suit covers his face with the sign and stands against a plain wall.

A bride with dark hair and sunglasses leans on a pool table, holding a bouquet of white flowers, with her other hand resting on her face, in a room with wooden stairs and sliding doors in the background.

A stylishly dressed couple walking along a city alleyway. The bride is in a white satin gown with sunglasses, and the man is in a black suit with a tie.

Close-up of two people with their faces close together, focusing on their faces and expressions.

A bride with dark hair and a serious expression in front of a white background, with a motion blur effect.

A groom in a suit sitting on a bench with one leg crossed over the other, and a woman in a wedding dress with a veil holding a bouquet of flowers sitting on the same bench, in a building with a beige wall and double doors.

Voice of Love

Nicole+ Yichen 10.18.2025

Andrew and Roma, thank you for capturing our wedding day and wedding weekend so beautifully. You caught the beautiful moments with real art, spirit, and warm, and the photographs are full of beauty, style, and quality. Every shot feels intentional, and the experience was fun while staying calm and professional. The photos are amazing, and we will cherish these memories forever. Your professionalism is world class, and we are so grateful for these photographs.
Sophia & Joseph 09.19.2025

Andrew and Roma, thank you for everything on our wedding day. Your team of photographers brought so much talent, artistry, and professionalism, with a calm, warm presence that made us feel like more than just clients. You captured our love stories with a true eye for life, art, and connection, from the intimate emotional moments to the full celebration and joy of the event. The photos are amazing, full of style and feeling, and they bring back the dream of the day instantly. You were fun to work with, and the story you created became real memories we will keep forever.
Yana & Domenic 05.17.2025 Los Angeles Santa Monica

Andrew and Roma, thank you for guiding us through the wedding planning process with such calm confidence. As wedding photographers, you did an incredible job on camera, and your photography captured the hope and spirit of the event in a way that feels inspired. You made us feel comfortable from the first moments, and you never missed the big ones. Your talent in storytelling is unreal world. The images feel nostalgic and dream like, and my husband and I will cherish them forever. Thank you for treating us like people, not just a job.

A groom in a tuxedo and sunglasses eating noodles with chopsticks at a table with white flowers and dishes of dumplings.

A woman wearing sunglasses and a white dress walking on a city sidewalk, appearing slightly blurred and in motion.

A woman wearing black sunglasses, a white dress, and a white fur coat draped over her shoulders, standing outdoors on a bridge with green trees and a city skyline in the background.

A bride with long, wavy brown hair wearing black sunglasses, earrings, a white outfit, and a white fur coat, is posing outdoors with her arms crossed, showing a tattoo on her shoulder and a ring on her finger, against a wooden wall background.

A bride with long red hair wearing sunglasses and a white dress, touching her face with her left hand, and a man with black hair in a tuxedo, leaning over her, both sitting at a wooden table with a bouquet of white flowers.

Blurry photo of a woman in a white dress, sitting or standing near a brick wall with wooden paneling.

Los Angeles Wedding Photographer for Love Stories

Los Angeles wedding photographer for love stories, delivering nostalgic photographs and pictures with an art driven result.

A Bride wearing large dark sunglasses, earrings, and a white top is about to eat a slice of pizza. Her hair is styled with a decorative headband or hair accessory, and she is holding the pizza with one hand.

A bride in a wedding dress running outdoors while holding a bouquet of flowers.

A bride wearing a white dress with her mouth open, showing her teeth, and covering her eyes with her left hand, which has a bracelet. She is also wearing earrings and a headband with embellishments.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom outdoors. The bride sits on a bench in a white wedding dress with a veil, holding a bouquet. The groom stands beside her in a tuxedo, hands clasped in front. Trees and a lamppost are in the background.

A bride in a white wedding dress with lace sleeves, holding part of the dress while wearing a sheer lace veil over her face, in a dimly lit room.

Recognition & Honors

Andrew, founder of Arrakis Films, is a lead photographer and filmmaker crafting cinematic wedding films and wedding photos with deep emotional storytelling and timeless artistry.

About Us

Arrakis Films are professional photographers, a team creating wedding photography Los Angeles couples can feel proud of, recognized by awards around the world. We are filmmakers and photographers, and we bring story sense to still images. If you want a Los Angeles wedding photographer who cares about craft, emotion, and a timeless finish, we are here to make something special together. We show up prepared, communicate clearly, and treat every wedding day with respect.

More About us

Roma, co founder of Arrakis Films, is a film producer bringing candid moments, art, and vision, crafting timeless visuals that hold your memories.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We document weddings as a Los Angeles wedding photographer with a candid approach, on connection and intimate energy. We capture life and celebration as it unfolds, creating photos that hold your story with hope, vision, and real emotion.
Yes. As a Los Angeles wedding photographer, we travel across Southern California, including Malibu, and beyond when it fits your wedding day. For clients with multiple locations, we handle planning early as part of the wedding planning process, so the timeline stays smooth across California.
Yes. You can add engagement photos in Los Angeles. As your Los Angeles wedding photographer, we keep it relaxed so the photos feel natural, and it helps you feel ready for the wedding day. We focus on emotional moments and beautiful moments, creating images that feel real and personal.
We work like a quiet wedding photographer with a professional eye. On the wedding day, we stay close enough to catch candid moments but never take over the celebration. We watch for life, friends, guests, and the small shifts between the married couple, then keep you comfortable with light guidance only when needed. That is how the photos turned out honest and consistent with your vision, and how we keep the story real.
Most Los Angeles wedding photographer collections deliver 200 + wedding pictures, depending on coverage and your wedding day timeline. We focus on wedding photo storytelling, taking photos that capture real emotion with friends, family, and your husband, so you get beautiful photos, not filler. Sneak peeks are available so you can see a few beautiful photos soon after the wedding.
Yes. As your Los Angeles wedding photographer, we keep direction low key so you feel comfortable on camera. We guide simple actions that match your personality, then step back so we can capture real moments with family, friends and guests. The whole experience stays calm, and the result is amazing photos with real beauty.