Business Details
Your Wedding Story, Captured with Passion
Daniel Neal Photography has been capturing the essence of love stories through wedding photography for 17 years, documenting over 350 weddings with a focus on authenticity and emotional depth. Our approach centers on storytelling, preserving the intricate details and spontaneous moments that define your special day. We prioritize building genuine connections with couples, ensuring our work reflects their unique journey and personalities. Partnering with trusted videographers like Colin of Featherstone Films and MLV Videography, we offer comprehensive coverage to bring your narrative to life. With a background in psychology and a lifelong passion for photography, I bring both technical expertise and a personal touch to every project.My team and I are committed to flexibility, professionalism, and creating an experience as memorable as the final images. Beyond weddings, I actively support community initiatives, including nonprofit work for individuals with disabilities. Our dedication to quality is matched by a commitment to transparency and client satisfaction, ensuring every couple feels valued and understood. The result is a timeless collection of images that honor your love story, crafted with integrity and care.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Photography
Wedding Videography
Short Film
Documentary Film
Full-Day Coverage
Highlight Films
Elopement Coverage
Pre-Wedding Consultations
Custom Wedding Packages
Highlights and features
- We offer 17 years of experience documenting over 350 weddings with emotional depth.
- Our team partners with trusted videographers for comprehensive storytelling coverage.
- Flexible, client-focused approach tailored to your unique vision and needs.
- Personalized service emphasizing genuine connections and authentic moments.
- Commitment to community through nonprofit work and transparent communication.
What people say
Super easy to work with
Friendly and easy going
Photos came out beautiful
Captured every moment
Highly recommend
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a focus on emotional storytelling and candid moments. Our approach blends artistic composition with technical precision to create timeless images that reflect your unique relationship. Services include full-day coverage, personalized consultations, and high-resolution digital files for lasting preservation of your special day.
Engagement Photography
Capturing the intimacy and joy of your relationship before the big day. Sessions are tailored to showcase your personalities through natural settings and relaxed poses. Includes location scouting, styling guidance, and curated photo albums to celebrate your journey toward marriage.
Wedding Videography
Partnering with expert videographers to create dynamic films that bring your wedding story to life. Offers full-day recording, audio capture for speeches and vows, and cinematic editing. Packages include highlight reels and documentary-style films for comprehensive storytelling.
Short Film
Creating 4-8 minute cinematic pieces set to music, focusing on key moments from your wedding. Combines quick cuts with emotional beats to deliver an energetic, shareable summary of your celebration while maintaining artistic quality and narrative flow.
Documentary Film
Producing extended format videos that capture the complete atmosphere of your wedding day. Includes uninterrupted ceremony footage, full toasts, and behind-the-scenes moments. Edited to preserve chronological storytelling while emphasizing authentic emotions and interactions throughout the event.
People
Daniel Neal
Lead Photographer
With 17 years of wedding photography experience, Daniel specializes in capturing authentic moments. He holds a psychology degree from UCSC and partners with videographers to offer comprehensive storytelling services.
Colin
Videographer
A 14-year wedding industry veteran with a photography degree, Colin brings expertise from working with renowned photographer Bambi Cantrell. He focuses on creating cinematic wedding films with emotional depth.
Monica
Videographer
Co-founder of MLV Videography, Monica brings a creative eye to wedding films. As a lifelong photographer, she specializes in capturing candid moments and crafting personalized storytelling experiences for couples.
David
Videographer
Monica's husband and MLV Videography co-founder, David shares her passion for wedding storytelling. Together they offer collaborative coverage and lifetime client relationships built on trust and creative partnership.
Questions
What wedding photography packages do you offer?
We provide customizable packages ranging from 6-12 hour coverage, including engagement sessions, full-day wedding documentation, and add-on videography services with multiple film format options.
Do you offer destination wedding coverage?
Yes, we travel for weddings worldwide. Our experience includes capturing ceremonies in unique locations from Yosemite National Park to intimate international venues.
How long does it take to receive final images?
Wedding galleries are delivered within 6-8 weeks, with engagement session proofs available in 2 weeks. Videography packages include expedited options for highlight reels.
Can we meet before booking?
We offer complimentary consultations to discuss your vision, review portfolios, and ensure our style aligns with your expectations before making any commitments.
Do you work with elopements?
Absolutely. We specialize in intimate celebrations and adventure elopements, providing flexible coverage options that adapt to your unique plans and location preferences.