Documentary Style Wedding Photography in Los Angeles
Preserve your wedding day with Annie Bang's documentary-style wedding photography collections in Los Angeles! Annie captures candid photography of wedding moments, big and small, just as the bridal couple, their families, and friends lived and celebrated with them. Choose from a range of options that best fit your celebration, from small, intimate ceremonies to larger, more elaborate wedding events.
We offer a flexible and transparent TWO-TIER pricing structure: the Partners and the Associates.
The Partner level is led by Annie and/or Brett, designed for clients seeking more personalized connection and experiences (both news journalism and wedding photojournalism) at the highest level of service; Annie and Brett are highly sought after and are often booked in far advance.
Our associates provide an excellent option for those looking for quality photojournalistic photos at a more accessible price point, ensuring that all clients can receive beautiful, candid life event documentation. Whatever your choice, we are committed to capturing your special day with lots of YOU-nique storytelling, creativity and professionalism.
“PARTNER-TIER”
a la carte - build your own package
Annie OR Brett alone
$3,950 for 5 hours
$400/hr, from the 6th hour
Annie or Brett & an associate photographer
$4,200 for 5 hours
$450/hr, from the 6th hour
Annie & Brett together
$4,950 for 5 hours
$500/hr, from the 6th hour
Non-wedding Day: $475/hr
(welcome party, rehearsal dinner or the-day-after-wedding brunch, etc.)
*A minimum of 2 hours
Engagement Portraits Session
$1,200
2 hours at location of your choice by Annie or Brett
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
*weekday (M-F) ONLY
What’s included (a la carte):
*All labor hours of Annie or Brett and their team, before, the day of, and post wedding
*Your own private (password-protected) online gallery for 1 year - all edited photos downloadable in low-resolution
* Traveling cost (about 200 miles of a round-trip to the location)
* Liability insurance - up to 1 million dollars
* All professional camera/lighting equipment and insurance
What’s NOT included (a la carte):
* Photo products, including prints, photo albums, and Print Release with “Digital Negatives” which are all artistically-toned photos in high-resolution with your own print rights
* All products are available to purchase after the wedding. Or you can choose one of pre-designed and discounted collections from below.
Photo Products
Digital Negatives: $1,500
All edited photos in high-resolution with your Print Rights
$65
Single photo download in high-resolution
Photo Albums
Starts at $1,100
* Check out our photo book section
Fine Art Prints
Starts at $17
Gallery Framed Prints
Starts at $282
BEST “BANG” FOR YOUR BUCK Collections
*Annie & Brett*
Elopement Collection: $2,800
*weekday (m-f) only
Annie OR Brett
3 hours of ceremony and portraits
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
One 8x12 fine art print
Collection One: $4,650
(Intimate, Backyard wedding)
Annie OR Brett
5 hours of wedding-day coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
20 fine art prints in 5x7
Collection Two: $6,950
(Beloved package)
Two photographers
Annie OR Brett, plus an associate photographer
8 hours of wedding-day coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
Complimentary One 10x8 photo book (50 photos included)
Collection Three: $8,250
(Most Popular Package)
Two partner photographers
Annie AND Brett
8 hours of wedding-day coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
Complimentary One 10x8 photo book (50 photos included)
Collection Four: $10,750
(ENTIRE WEEKEND COVERAGE!)
Two photographers
Annie OR Brett, plus an associate photographer
10-12 hours of wedding-day coverage|
2-hours of welcome party/rehearsal or “Sunday brunch” coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
Complimentary One 13x10 Fine Art Book or Class Book (50 photos included)
Collection Five: $12,500
(“DESTINATION WEDDING WEEKEND!)
Two partner photographers
Annie AND Brett
10-12 hours of wedding-day coverage
2-hours of welcome party/rehearsal or “Sunday brunch” coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
Complimentary One 13x10 Fine Art Book or Class Book (50 photos included)
Additional hours:
$500/hr for Annie AND Brett
$450/hr for Annie OR Brett AND Associate
$400/hr for Annie OR Brett
“ASSOCIATE-TIER”
a la carte - build your own package
One associate Alone
$2,350 for 5 hours
$300/hr, from the 6th hour
Two Associates
$3,250 for 5 hours
$350/hr, from the 6th hour
Non-wedding Day: $350/hr
(welcome party, rehearsal dinner or Sunday Brunch, etc.)
*A minimum of 2 hours
Engagement Portraits Session
$950
2 hours at location of your choice
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
*a weekday (M-F) recommended
What’s included:
*All labor hours of Annie and/or Brett and their team, before, the day of, and post wedding
*Your own private (password-protected) online gallery for 1 year - all edited photos downloadable in low-resolution
* Traveling cost (about 200 miles of a round-trip to the location)
* Liability insurance - up to 1 million dollars
* All professional camera/lighting equipment and insurance
What’s NOT included:
* Photo products, including prints, photo albums, and Print Release with “Digital Negatives” which are all artistically-toned photos in high-resolution with your own print rights; only engagement portrait session comes with the “Digital Negatives”
* All products are available to purchase after the wedding. Or you can choose one of pre-designed and discounted collections from below.
BEST “BANG” FOR YOUR BUCK Collections
*Associates*
Elopement Collection: $1,700
(We just want to get married!)
One Associate
3 hours of ceremony and portraits
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
One 8x12 fine art print
Collection One: $3,750
(Intimate, Backyard wedding)
One Associate
5 hours of wedding-day coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
20 fine art prints in 5x7
Collection Two: $5,700
(standard package)
Two Associates
8 hours of wedding-day coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
Complimentary One 10x8 photo book (50 photos included)
Collection Three: $9,800
(entire weekend coverage!)
Two Associates
10-12 hours of wedding-day coverage
2-hours of welcome party/rehearsal or “Sunday brunch” coverage
"Digital Negatives” - all edited photos in high-resolution & Print Release
Complimentary One 13x10 Fine Art Book or Class Book (50 photos included)
Additional hours:
$300/hr for lead associate
$100/hr for assistant associate
*To secure your date with us, a retainer fee of $2,500 (or the full amount of contract whichever is cheaper) must be paid with a signed contract.
*TERMS:
* For events in California, a mandatory 9.5% - as of October 2024 - of Los Angeles sales/service tax will be applied to the total amount.
** Lodging accommodation (Airbnb or hotel/motel) and flights (and/or transportation like a shuttle or a rental car) are required for all weddings outside of Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange and San Diego counties; our travel is covered for roughly 200 miles of a round-trip to your wedding.
*** All prices are subject to change without notice.
Photojournalistic Wedding Photography Services
Annie Bang Photography offers photojournalistic wedding photography services in Los Angeles that tell the unique story of your wedding day. Our approach focuses on candid, heartfelt images, allowing us to blend into the background and capture the authentic interactions and emotions that make your wedding truly special. Whether it’s a fleeting glance or a joyful tear, we document the moments that matter most.
Frequently Asked Questions About Photojournalistic Wedding Photography
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Documentary style, candid wedding photography is a style of photography that captures natural, unposed moments. It focuses on genuine emotions and interactions, creating a true reflection of your wedding day. This approach allows the photographer to document the day as it unfolds, resulting in authentic and heartfelt images.
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Choosing between candid and posed wedding photography depends on your personal preference. Candid wedding photography is often preferred because it captures the true essence and emotions of the day. It provides a more natural and spontaneous representation, while posed photography offers a more traditional and controlled look.
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Absolutely! Our Portfolio pages showcase the beauty and authenticity of moments captured in a candid style, highlighting the genuine emotions and interactions that make each wedding unique.
