Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Southern California Wedding & Family Photographer
Kristy Berends Photography was founded on the belief that photography preserves life's most meaningful moments. With over 18 years of experience since 2006, I specialize in capturing authentic connections through a hybrid approach that combines fine art portraiture with photojournalism. My work focuses on weddings, family lifestyle sessions, newborn photography, and senior portraits, emphasizing natural light and emotional storytelling. Clients appreciate my calm demeanor and ability to create timeless images that reflect their unique stories. Based in Southern California but available for travel, I prioritize personalized service and deliver 600-800 edited images for weddings and 30-40 for family sessions.My technical expertise with Canon 5D Mark III cameras and L-series lenses ensures professional quality, while flexible scheduling accommodates diverse client needs. I maintain transparency in pricing and operations, offering multiple payment options including credit card and auto bill pay. Testimonials consistently highlight my approachability, efficiency in group photography, and timely delivery of final products. This commitment to excellence has established Kristy Berends Photography as a trusted choice for documenting life's precious milestones.
Services
Weddings
Family Lifestyle
Newborns
Seniors
Portraiture
Events
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have 18 years of professional photography experience since 2006
- Our hybrid style combines fine art portraiture with photojournalism
- Deliver 600-800 edited wedding images and 30-40 family session images
- Flexible scheduling options for wedding and event coverage
- Very reasonably priced compared to other professional photographers
What people say
Unbelievably talented
Calm and approachable
Perfectly captured all elements
Priceless memories
Very reasonably priced
Services
Weddings
Full-service wedding photography covering ceremonies, receptions, and pre-wedding events. Delivering 600-800 edited images with a blend of traditional portraits and candid storytelling. Available for destination weddings with travel coordination.
Family Lifestyle
Documenting authentic family moments through on-location photography. Sessions produce 30-40 edited images capturing natural interactions, milestones, and everyday life in a timeless style.
Newborns
Specialized photography for infants under one year old. Focuses on safe, posed studio sessions and natural lifestyle captures, preserving early developmental stages with professional lighting and editing.
Seniors
High school senior photography combining traditional portraits with lifestyle images. Sessions highlight personal achievements and personality through customized locations and styling options.
Portraiture
Professional portrait sessions for individuals and small groups. Includes headshots, maternity photography, and special occasion portraits using controlled lighting environments and classic composition techniques.
People
Kristy Berends
Lead Photographer
Professional photographer since 2006 specializing in weddings and family portraiture. Combines technical expertise with artistic vision to capture meaningful life moments through natural light photography and storytelling.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
I combine fine art portraiture with photojournalism to create timeless images that capture both posed and candid moments naturally.
How many edited images do you deliver per session?
Weddings receive 600-800 edited images while family sessions provide 30-40 professionally edited, print-ready photographs.
What camera equipment do you use?
I shoot with Canon 5D Mark III bodies and L-series prime lenses, supported by professional lighting equipment when needed.
Do you offer second photographer options?
Yes, I can include trained second photographers for weddings and events to ensure comprehensive coverage from multiple angles.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
I've been a professional photographer since 2006, capturing 15-20 weddings annually alongside 30-40 portrait sessions.
What payment methods are accepted?
I accept credit card payments, personal checks, cash, and automated bill pay options for client convenience.
