Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Inclusive Wedding Photographer in Colorado Springs
Empire West Photo has been dedicated to capturing life's most meaningful moments since 2008. Founded by Dave Jones, our team combines 16 years of professional photography experience with a passion for storytelling through visual art. As an FAA-certified drone pilot, we utilize advanced techniques to create unique perspectives for weddings and events. Our expertise extends beyond weddings to include family sessions, high school seniors, headshots, and specialized photography for music and craft beer industries. We serve clients nationwide while maintaining strong local roots in Colorado Springs. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures every client feels respected and valued, regardless of background or celebration style.With a focus on authenticity, we document genuine emotions and connections that reflect each client's unique story. Our work has been featured in prominent publications and trusted by notable brands like Fender. We prioritize personalized service, responding to inquiries within hours to ensure seamless communication throughout the planning process. Every project reflects our dedication to excellence, combining technical skill with creative vision to deliver timeless imagery.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Sessions
High School Senior
Headshots
Live Music
Automotive
Brewery Promotion
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have 16 years of experience photographing diverse weddings and events.
- Our FAA-certified drone capabilities provide unique aerial perspectives.
- We offer personalized service with prompt communication and flexible scheduling.
- Our team has worked with internationally recognized music artists and brands.
- We specialize in authentic storytelling that captures genuine emotions and connections.
Associations and certifications
- FAA Certified Drone Pilot
What people say
Absolutely perfect
Incredible photography
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Services
Wedding Photography
We specialize in capturing authentic wedding moments with artistic precision. Our comprehensive coverage includes ceremonies, receptions, and pre-wedding events. With FAA-certified drone capabilities, we create unique perspectives that document your special day from every angle while maintaining a natural, unobtrusive approach.
Family Sessions
Document your family's story through timeless portrait sessions held in natural settings or your home environment. We focus on capturing genuine interactions and cherished relationships across generations. Our approach emphasizes comfort and authenticity, ensuring every session reflects your family's unique personality and dynamics.
High School Senior
Create lasting memories of this milestone with customized senior portrait sessions. We offer location flexibility including school campuses, urban settings, and natural landscapes. Our styling guidance and posing expertise help students showcase their individuality while delivering images suitable for announcements and keepsakes.
Headshots
Elevate your professional presence with corporate and creative headshots tailored to your industry needs. We provide studio-quality images with customizable backgrounds and lighting setups. Our sessions focus on capturing your authentic professional persona while ensuring technical excellence for use in portfolios, websites, and marketing materials.
Live Music
Document performances with dynamic concert photography capturing both stage energy and audience engagement. We specialize in low-light shooting techniques and fast-action capture. Our experience includes major music festivals and collaborations with internationally recognized artists, delivering images suitable for promotional use and archival purposes.
People
Dave Jones
Owner/Photographer
Dave Jones is a professional photographer with 16 years of experience capturing weddings, music events, and portraits. FAA-certified drone pilot who has worked with artists like Avril Lavigne and brands including Fender.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We offer wedding photography, family sessions, high school senior portraits, headshots, live music photography, automotive shoots, and brewery promotion photography.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we photograph weddings nationwide while maintaining our Colorado Springs base. Travel expenses apply for locations outside the local area.
Are drone photos included?
Yes, our FAA-certified drone capabilities are included in wedding collections to provide unique aerial perspectives of your venue and celebration.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
We've specialized in wedding photography since 2008, with over 16 years of experience documenting diverse celebrations across multiple states.
Can we request specific photo styles?
Yes, we work closely with clients to understand their vision while offering our expertise in composition, lighting, and storytelling techniques to ensure exceptional results.
Do you offer other photography services?
Yes, in addition to weddings, we provide family portraits, senior photos, professional headshots, live music documentation, automotive photography, and brewery promotional content.
