Business Details
47 Years
experience
Award-Winning Photography & Videography Services
Creative Light Productions has been delivering exceptional photography and videography services since 1979. Our founder, David Ludwig, brings decades of award-winning expertise in both portrait photography and broadcast-quality videography. With memberships in prestigious organizations like Professional Photographers of America and the Bay Area Video Coalition, we combine technical mastery with artistic vision. Our services span weddings, corporate events, senior portraits, and documentary filmmaking, serving clients across Sonoma County and the North Bay Area.We prioritize personalized consultations, ensuring each project reflects the client's unique story. Our work has earned national recognition, including Sadie Awards and PBS broadcast credits. We offer both studio and on-location sessions, with digital and traditional print options. Client satisfaction is our priority, demonstrated through transparent communication and tailored service packages. Our team's deep local knowledge ensures seamless coverage of regional events and venues. Trust us to transform your moments into timeless visual narratives.
Services
Wedding Photography
Wedding Videography
Commercial Video
Senior Portraits
Family Portraits
Event Coverage
Documentary Filmmaking
Photo Retouching
Studio Sessions
On-Location Shoots
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Award-winning expertise since 1979 with national broadcast credits
- Customized packages for weddings, portraits, and corporate events
- Broadcast-quality multi-camera production and editing
- Personalized consultations for tailored visual storytelling
- Deep local knowledge of North Bay Area venues
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
- Professional Videographers of the North Bay (PVNB)
- Bay Area Video Coalition (BAVC)
- Professional Photographers of the Redwood Empire (PPRE)
What people say
Great job
Beautifully preserved
Fantastic video
Professional effort
High quality portraits
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography captures timeless memories with artistic precision. Offering traditional and photojournalistic styles, we document ceremonies and receptions with multiple poses and digital effects. Packages include preview albums, consultation, and online galleries. David Ludwig's 25+ years of experience ensures every detail is preserved.
Commercial Video
Broadcast-quality video production for corporate and legal purposes. Services include multi-camera setups, computerized editing, and special effects. David Ludwig's 15+ years of PBS experience delivers professional presentations for conferences, product launches, and legal documentation.
Senior Portraits
Creative senior portrait sessions blending environment, lighting, and styling. Includes wardrobe options like drapes or tuxedos, with makeup services available. Sessions start at $65, featuring multiple poses and backdrops for yearbook and personal use.
Family Portraits
Custom family photo sessions in studio or outdoor locations. Accommodating groups up to 20 people with coordinated backdrops and props. Consultation includes color coordination and scenic location recommendations for lasting generational portraits.
Wedding Videography
Cinematic wedding video production with one or two-camera coverage. Packages include raw footage or edited presentations with special effects and music integration. Full-day services start at $1,650, featuring broadcast-quality production and personalized editing.
People
David Ludwig
Owner/Photographer
Award-winning photographer and videographer with 40+ years experience. Recipient of PPA awards and PBS broadcast credits. Specializes in weddings, portraits, and documentary filmmaking.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We provide wedding photography, senior portraits, family portraits, and commercial photography services with customizable packages.
Do you offer videography services?
Yes, we offer wedding videography, commercial video production, and documentary filmmaking with broadcast-quality equipment.
How long have you been in business?
Creative Light Productions has served the North Bay Area since 1979 with photography and videography expertise.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Sonoma, Marin, and Napa counties, including Santa Rosa and the greater Bay Area.
Are makeup services available?
Yes, professional makeup and hairstyling services are available for portrait sessions starting at $45.
Can I see sample work?
Demo videos and portfolio samples are available upon request to review our photography and videography quality.
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