Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Los Angeles Wedding Photographer
Hasselblad Studios is a Los Angeles-based photography studio specializing in wedding, elopement, and portrait photography. Founded by Mercy Hasselblad, the studio emphasizes capturing authentic, candid moments through a photojournalistic approach. With over a decade of experience, Mercy combines her background in cultural studies and graphic design with a passion for storytelling to create timeless images. The studio offers personalized services, including 24-hour photo turnaround, destination elopement planning, and cinematic videography.Clients praise the team's ability to blend professionalism with a relaxed demeanor, ensuring stress-free sessions. Hasselblad Studios prioritizes client comfort, using natural light and tailored editing styles to reflect each couple's unique story. The studio's work has been recognized with awards such as WeddingWire Couples Choice and The Knot Best of Weddings. Mercy and her husband Matt, a filmmaker, collaborate on multimedia projects, offering discounted packages for combined photography and videography services.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Engagement Sessions
Cinematic Videography
Family Portraits
Destination Shoots
Photo Editing
Timeline Planning
Permit Assistance
Online Proofing
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 24-hour photo delivery for urgent needs
- Personalized elopement planning guidance included
- Award-winning photojournalistic storytelling expertise
- Discounted packages for combined photography/videography
- Flexible editing styles tailored to client preferences
What people say
Perfect candid shots
24-hour delivery
Professional yet friendly
Affordable packages
Stress-free experience
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a photojournalistic approach, capturing authentic moments and formal portraits. Services include timeline coordination, multiple location coverage, and high-resolution images. Clients receive online proofing and full printing rights with all packages.
Elopement Photography
Specializing in destination and courthouse elopements with packages including permit assistance and officiant services. Offers half-day and full-day options for locations like Yosemite National Park. Includes planning guidance and customized timelines.
Engagement Sessions
Couples photography sessions to build rapport before weddings. Available as standalone service or discounted with wedding packages. Sessions focus on natural interactions at meaningful locations with wardrobe guidance provided.
Cinematic Videography
Creating highlight reels and full ceremony recordings with multi-camera coverage. Packages include raw footage, sound editing, and livestream options. Combines with photography services for comprehensive documentation of special events.
Family Portraits
Documenting family milestones with natural lighting techniques. Services include location selection, posing guidance, and customized editing styles. Available as standalone sessions or add-on to wedding/elope packages.
People
Mercy Hasselblad
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 10+ years experience in wedding and documentary photography. Holds a BA in Cultural Studies and previously worked in nonprofit marketing. Specializes in candid storytelling and natural light techniques.
Matt Hasselblad
Videographer
Cinematographer with 10 years experience in commercial filmmaking. Credits include major motion pictures and hundreds of short films. Combines technical expertise with creative vision for wedding videography packages.
Questions
What photography styles do you offer?
We specialize in photojournalistic storytelling with natural light, but can adapt to formal portraits and creative compositions. Editing styles range from moody to bright depending on client preferences.
Do you travel for destination weddings?
Yes, we photograph weddings globally with expertise in Yosemite, Joshua Tree, and Big Sur locations. Travel fees only apply beyond 100-mile radius from Los Angeles.
How quickly will we receive our photos?
We guarantee 24-hour delivery of initial edits, with full galleries available within 1-2 weeks depending on package selected. Online proofing included in all packages.
Can we book both photography and videography?
Yes, we offer combined packages with $200-$1,000 discounts. Our team coordinates seamlessly to capture all angles without interfering with your event flow.
What's included in elopement packages?
Packages include planning assistance, officiant services, national park permit help, and customized timelines. Options range from courthouse ceremonies to full-day mountain adventures.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we work with clients to create flexible payment schedules. We also offer discounted rates for nonprofit workers, military families, and those with special circumstances.
