Looking for a Good Photographer in OC, That Doesn't Cost an Arm and a Leg.

Updated on June 05, 2010
S.G. asks from Huntington Beach, CA
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We are looking for a photographer who is in the OC. We'd like a family portrait, but don't want a typical staged pic, like at the mall. And we also don't want to pay hundreds of dollars for our prints. Does anyone know a good photographer, in between those prices? Thanks.

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So I was so happy with all of your responses. I actually went with a local mom who is a photographer. I'll list her information below. We had a shoot at Seal Beach Jettys and it came out fabulous. I would recommend her to anyone. She is reasonably priced, great with kids and easy to work with. I will definitely use her when our second baby arrives. Thanks again for all the information.

From: Ambyr H Date: Sun. Dec. 07, 2008
I am a photographer and a mom who does exactly what you're looking for. I'm in Long Beach and shoot on location, instead of in a studio because I know that makes better pictures, especially with children. Here's my contact info if you have any questions or want to schedule a sitting...

Ambyr Hardy - Free Range Photography
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____@____.com

Here's a link to veiw some of my family portraiture.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/____@____.com/sets/721576028....

I charge $125 for an hour sitting, on location. I will edit your portraits quickly and email you a similar private link. Then you can order a CD with the images or prints in a package or individually. Here's a list of my print prices.

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M.F.

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Hello S.,

My photographer is the greatest!!! She is amazing and has done my pregnancy photos, my son's first photos and his 1st Christmas photos, not to mention a few other family portraits.

If you visit her website you can get her contact information. www.annaculleyphoto.com The first photo on her website is Me!!!

She is doing a holiday special where she is waiving her normal $150 sitting fee and all you have to do is pay for her prints.

If you contact me personally I can forward you her holiday price sheet. ____@____.com

Oh yeah, her studio is very close Fullerton or I know she can do off location as well.

Anna's the one to go with,
M.

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M.C.

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I just had pictures done through www.capturingmoments.com. We had 2 shoots... one in my yard and one at a park. I was amazed at how good they pics turned out... especially the ones in our yard. It's not that big or that pretty, but the pictures were awesome. She gave us a disk with all the pictures. I know a couple of her other clients and there pictures were beautiful. She really does capture moments and has a talent for capturing the personality of your family. Call Jaimee at the number listed on the site for pricing.

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M.S.

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I have used Aaron Wilbert several times and his prices are so reasonable. (I honestly don't know why he doesn't charge more for his work. He definitely could.) He shoots on location, not at a studio. We've had him in our home for newborn portraits and shot with him at the beach twice for family portraits. We paid $100-150 for the sitting and then another $100 for a cd of all our prints to do with as we like. You can also order prints ala carte from him if you don't want a cd but I like putting them on a photo sharing website so I can share them with family and friends without having to order them for everyone.

His website is www.photographybyaw.com . I know he has won several awards when he displayed his work at the OC Fair on more than one occasion. My kids love him. He's really dynamic. Good luck. I hope you get some great pics.

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M.D.

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HI S.,

Check out http://laurieannmartinphotography.com/. She is a mom here on mamasource too, she also volunteers for nowilaymedowntosleep. She's great.

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A.H.

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I am a photographer and a mom who does exactly what you're looking for. I'm in Long Beach and shoot on location, instead of in a studio because I know that makes better pictures, especially with children. Here's my contact info if you have any questions or want to schedule a sitting...
A. Hardy - Free Range Photography
###-###-####
____@____.com

Here's a link to veiw some of my family portraiture.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/____@____.com/sets/721576028...

I charge $125 for an hour sitting, on location. I will edit your portraits quickly and email you a similar private link. Then you can order a CD with the images or prints in a package or individually. Here's a list of my print prices.
Package A $25
Choose 2 images
1 - 8x10 or 2- 5x7
10 - wallets

Package B $50
Choose 2 images
1 - 8x10
2 - 5x7
4 - 4x6
10 - wallets

Individual Print Prices
wallets $ 3.00 for 2
4x6 $ 4.00
5x7 $ 8.00
8x10 $14.00
11x14 $25.00

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I.F.

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our photographer is tina rosener. check out her website at www.hanaliphotography.com. she has a way with kids that captures them at their best. her photos don't look staged at all. we, including the kids, love her!

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M.D.

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i know a great photographer in orange county, im not sure what the prices are, but her website is http://laurieannmartinphotography.com/ check out her website...
good luck

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J.D.

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Hi S.,

I love the work of Pat Holzhauer and he lives/works out of Long Beach, close to the 405/605 fwys.

Pat & Tamara Holzhauer
ambient expressions photography
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http://www.ambientexpressions..com
http://www.ambienteventz.com

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A.A.

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Hi,

Try Sandra Heit in Costa Mesa. Google her. She has photos and prices on her website. We just worked with her for our Christmas card with our 6 month old. She is amazing and very nice.

C.S.

answers from Los Angeles on

Hello S.:

I just read your post so I know this may be late but I figured I'd answer anyway because you'll probably want to keep your family portraits current, right? My name is C. S. and as a mom, I created my photography business to give parents what I wanted myself - control over my images without breaking the bank! You can see my work and additional reviews from clients at my website: www.heartprintimages.com. My prices are very reasonable and I'm great with fast-moving, sometimes cranky kids. I also offer special events and mini-sessions and would be happy to add you to my notification list if you'll shoot me your e-mail. Keep on capturing those heartprints!

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