Orange County Wedding Photographer

True to life, story-driven photography for your Orange County wedding

Investment Starting At $3,500

300+ Orange County weddings photographed • 4.9-star rated (38 reviews)
WeddingWire Couples' Choice 2023

Looking for an Orange County wedding photographer who captures true-to-life moments? One Story Weddings specializes in natural, story-driven photography for couples throughout Orange County and Southern California. Based in Lake Forest, we've been photographing weddings since 2010 with a focus on authentic, unfiltered moments that tell your unique story. Our true-to-life editing style - the trending approach for 2025 - ensures your photos look natural and timeless without heavy filters or over-processing.

Why Choose One Story Weddings for Your Orange County Wedding

We've partnered with over 300 couples for their wedding throughout Orange County and Southern California, building expertise at venues ranging from coastal resorts to inland estates. Our team, led by founders Gary, Jake, and Jonah brings both photography and videography services to create a complete wedding story.

    
    Over 300 weddings documented
  
    Over 50 five-star reviews across Google & WeddingWire
  
    Referred by Top Planners and Venues

Orange County Wedding Venues We Know Well

Having photographed hundreds of Orange County weddings, we know the best spots, timing, and logistics for your venue. This experience means smoother wedding days and better photos.

Popular Coastal Venues:

Newport Beach & Newport Coast: Pelican Hill Resort, Balboa Bay Resort, The Island Hotel, Lido House, VEA Newport Beach

Laguna Beach: Montage Laguna Beach, Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo Country Club, Seven Degrees

Dana Point & San Clemente: St. Regis Monarch Beach, Salt Creek Beach, Pasea Hotel, Casa Romantica

Inland Orange County Venues:

Popular locations include: Rancho Las Lomas, Mission San Juan Capistrano, plus vineyard venues in nearby Temecula. We also cover luxury hotels and private estates throughout the region.

Don't see your venue listed? We photograph weddings at venues throughout Orange County and would love to discuss your location.

True to Life Wedding Photography - The 2025 Trend

True to life photography captures your wedding day exactly as it was - no heavy filters, over-editing, or artificial enhancement. This trending style focuses on natural skin tones, accurate colors, and honest emotions.

Why couples are choosing this style:

Photos look natural in your home and wedding albums
Colors match your actual wedding day and decor
Grandparents and family recognize you in the photos
Timeless style that won't look dated in 10 years
Authentic moments over posed perfection

This approach works especially well for Orange County weddings, where the natural coastal light and beautiful venue colors deserve to be captured authentically.

"Gary and the entire One Story Weddings team were absolutely incredible. From our engagement shoot to the big day, they beautifully captured every special moment. They were professional, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable. They really took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life even better than we imagined."
- Jordie, WeddingWire Review

Orange County Wedding Photography Pricing

Our wedding photography collections start at $3,500 and are customized based on your specific needs, venue, and coverage hours. .

Every collection includes:

True to life editing
Engagement Sessions
High-resolution images
Mobile-friendly online gallery
Professional timeline consultation
Wedding coordination with your wedding planner
Quick Gallery Delivery

We also offer videography services, and many couples bundle photography and videography for additional value.

Orange County Wedding Photography FAQ

Do you travel to all Orange County venues?

Yes, we cover all of Orange County and Southern California with no travel fees within our service area.

How far in advance should we book?

Most couples book 6-12 months ahead, especially for popular venues like Pelican Hill and Montage Laguna Beach. Weekend dates in summer fill up fastest.

What's your photography style?

We specialize in true to life wedding photography - the trending 2025 style. Natural colors, real skin tones, and honest moments without heavy filters or over-editing.

Do you offer both photo and video?

Yes! We're a full-service team offering both wedding photography and videography. Many couples save money by bundling both services.

What's your booking process?

We start with a phone call or Zoom chat to discuss your vision and needs. Once you're ready to book, we require a 50% retainer to secure your date. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your wedding.

Serving Orange County and Southern California

Based in Lake Forest, we photograph weddings throughout Orange County including Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Clemente, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Orange, Anaheim, Santa Ana, and Costa Mesa.

We also serve couples in nearby areas of Southern California who want our true-to-life photography style and venue expertise.