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Your Trusted Destination Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles
Anya Kernes Photography is a destination wedding photographer dedicated to capturing story-driven moments that feel nostalgic, effortless, and full of joy. With a career rooted in film photography, I approach each wedding day by blending documentary-style storytelling with carefully composed portraits and details to authentically reflect the couple's unique journey. My work emphasizes harmony, balance, and restraint, creating evocative images that resonate deeply with clients.

Having documented celebrations worldwide, I prioritize a client experience described as smooth, personalized, and memorable, ensuring every aspect of a wedding day is preserved with artistry and care.
Services
Wedding Photography Bridal Portraits Family Portraits Venue Photography Candid Moments Detail Shots Destination Coverage
Highlights and features
  • We specialize in story-driven wedding photography that captures authentic emotions and details.
  • Our global experience spans documenting celebrations in diverse cultural and scenic destinations.
  • We use a film-inspired approach to create nostalgic, elevated, and timeless imagery.
  • Clients consistently praise our ability to blend seamlessly into events while making guests comfortable.
  • We provide a personalized, stress-free experience from initial consultation to final delivery.
What people say
Stunning photographs Perfectly captured candid moments Blended with family Exceeded expectations Beautifully documented venues
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a story-driven approach, blending candid moments, portraits, and details. Our photography captures the emotional essence and unique narrative of each celebration, ensuring timeless memories that reflect the couple's personality and journey.
Bridal Portraits
Creating elegant, personalized bridal portraits that highlight individual style and emotion. These sessions focus on capturing the bride's essence through natural lighting and thoughtful composition, resulting in images that feel both intimate and timeless.
Destination Coverage
Providing photography services for weddings and events in international locations. This includes adapting to diverse cultural settings and scenic backdrops while maintaining a consistent, high-quality storytelling approach that aligns with the client's vision.
Family Portraits
Documenting family connections through natural, emotive photography. These sessions emphasize genuine interactions and relationships, creating heirloom-quality images that preserve multigenerational memories in a relaxed, authentic setting.
Venue Photography
Highlighting wedding venues through artistic architectural and detail-focused photography. This service showcases the unique aesthetics of each location, from historic estates to modern spaces, ensuring the setting's character complements the couple's story.
People
Anya Kernes Photography
Founder & Lead Photographer
Award-winning destination wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience documenting global celebrations. Specializes in creating heartfelt, timeless imagery that captures authentic emotions and cultural nuances while prioritizing a seamless client experience.
Questions
What is your photography style?
My style combines documentary storytelling with artistic portraits and details, focusing on nostalgic, authentic moments that reflect your unique relationship and celebration.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, I specialize in destination weddings and have experience working in diverse locations across Europe, North America, and beyond while maintaining consistent quality.
What's included in your wedding coverage?
Full-day coverage capturing key moments including preparations, ceremony, reception, portraits, and details, with a minimum of 8 hours and extended options available.
How do you handle group photos?
I approach group photos efficiently and organically, using natural lighting and composition techniques to create flattering images while minimizing disruption to your event flow.
What's your post-processing approach?
I use a timeless, film-inspired editing style emphasizing natural tones and subtle enhancements to ensure your images maintain emotional authenticity and lasting appeal.