Business Details
Your Trusted Destination Wedding Photographer
As a destination wedding photographer with a global presence, I specialize in capturing the essence of love stories through a harmonious blend of documentary-style candor and editorial refinement. My work is rooted in the belief that every couple deserves imagery that transcends trends, preserving the authenticity and emotional depth of their celebration. With a career spanning decades and a portfolio featuring weddings across vineyards in Tuscany, beaches in Hawaii, and ballrooms in New York, I bring both technical expertise and artistic vision to every project.My approach prioritizes unobtrusive observation, allowing natural moments to unfold while guiding couples to create timeless, magazine-worthy portraits. Featured in prestigious publications like Vogue and The New York Times, my commitment to excellence is reflected in the accolades from both clients and industry peers. Whether photographing intimate gatherings or multi-day celebrations, I ensure every detailfrom the delicate lace of a gown to fleeting glancesis immortalized with care and intention.
Services
Wedding Photography
Destination Weddings
Engagement Sessions
Portrait Timelines
Heirloom Albums
Welcome Party Coverage
Goodbye Brunch Coverage
Rehearsal Dinner Coverage
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience in destination wedding photography.
- Our hybrid film and digital techniques create timeless, layered imagery.
- We specialize in multi-day celebrations across global locations.
- Our team provides personalized guidance from vision creation to delivery.
- We guarantee a seamless, client-centric experience with no hidden fees.
What people say
Thrilled with photos
Absolute dream to work with
Best decision we made
Artistic and unobtrusive
Breathtaking destination expertise
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures the full narrative of your celebration, blending candid moments with editorial refinement. Utilizing both film and digital mediums, we create layered imagery that preserves the elegance and emotion of your day. With expertise in multi-day events, we ensure every detailfrom intimate exchanges to grand celebrationsis artfully documented for generations.
Destination Weddings
Specializing in destination weddings, we photograph love stories across diverse landscapes, from Hawaiian beaches to European vineyards. Our experience in global logistics ensures seamless execution, with travel fees customized per location. Clients receive tailored guidance to create cohesive visual narratives that reflect both their relationship and chosen setting.
Engagement Sessions
Engagement sessions celebrate the beginning of your journey with curated photography in locations meaningful to your story. Included in select packages, these sessions build comfort in front of the camera while creating timeless keepsakes. Travel within Hawaii and Southern California is offered at no additional cost.
Heirloom Albums
Custom heirloom albums transform your wedding gallery into tangible art pieces designed to last generations. Each album features premium materials and meticulous curation, ensuring your most cherished moments are preserved in a format as timeless as the images themselves.
Portrait Timelines
Portrait timelines provide structured yet organic coverage of key moments throughout your wedding day. From pre-ceremony preparations to post-reception farewells, we create a cohesive visual story that balances documentary authenticity with editorial sophistication, ensuring no pivotal detail is overlooked.
People
Ari Theel
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer featured in Vogue and The New York Times, specializing in destination weddings. With over 15 years of experience, Ari combines film and digital techniques to create timeless, emotionally resonant imagery that prioritizes authenticity.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
I blend documentary-style candid moments with editorial refinement, emphasizing natural emotion and timeless aesthetics.
Do you offer destination wedding coverage?
Yes, I photograph weddings globally, with travel fees customized based on your location.
What packages include engagement sessions?
Collection No. 01 and No. 02 include complimentary engagement sessions.
How long does editing take?
Full galleries are delivered within 6-8 weeks, with sneak peeks available within 7 days.
Are travel fees included?
Travel fees for Hawaii and Southern California are included; other destinations require a flat-rate fee.
How do you ensure authentic moments?
My unobtrusive approach prioritizes candid observation, allowing genuine emotions to unfold naturally during your celebration.
