Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ • Sessions by appointment only
Southern California & Arizona
Orange County ● scottsdale
When you hire us to photograph your wedding, you will always get professional service and high-quality photography products.
Gilmore Studios has photographed over 500 weddings in southern California and has traveled to places like Hawaii, New York, Washington DC, Kansas, Illinois and Arizona for our wedding clients. We love to travel! If you want to bring Gilmore Studios with you, please send us your travel plans.
Our studio is only a few minutes away from the Newport Beach LDS Temple and the Gilbert, AZ Temple. We offer complete wedding coverage or “temple only” coverage. Be sure to mention how many hours of photography coverage you will need when you send your inquiry. We have photographed LDS weddings at the many different temples.
We love Indian weddings! There is something to be said about the amazing details, colors and we love to capture all the historic traditions. We have had the pleasure of photographing traditional Indian weddings in Long Beach, Newport Beach, and San Diego.
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With over 20 years of experience, we know exactly what makes beautiful engagement & wedding photos.
After photographing over 500 Southern California weddings we have come to find that many of our brides want similar things in their dream wedding photography
Gilmore brides want...
Classic
Gilmore brides want...
Gorgeous
Gilmore brides want...
Candid
No.1
$6800
No.2
$5500
No.3
$4500
In addition to the digital collections & wedding A La Carte, you may add professional prints to your order.
Most couples reserve their wedding photographers one year in advance. However, some have less time to plan, so feel free to contact us to see if we are available on your date.
To officially book us, you'll sign our online contract and pay a non-refundable retainer fee. The contact and retainer fee are required to reserve your wedding date.
Yes! We require a $1000 retainer (cash or check) and a signed contract to save your date. You can make monthly payments but the balance is due 30 days before your wedding day.
Other than the retainer - the rest can go on your card if you need to. Get those miles!
Gilmore Studios, 2390 Redlands Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Our package includes consecutive hours of coverage. Additional hours can be added to your package for $600 per hour.
2 out of our 3 wedding packages include digital images from the wedding day.
We can make slideshow videos for our couples that include short video clips throughout. We call these photo/video hybrids. We are not videographers, but we use our cameras to record short video clips to help tell the story of the wedding. We do not film continuously- if you want a wedding video with audio of the ceremony and toasts, we recommend hiring a videographer. We have a few we work with closely and would be happy to refer you.
Of course not, we will never tell your family to put the cameras away. However, we DO recommend having a photo-free ceremony to keep your important ceremony images free of phones and iPads covering the heads and faces of the perfect moment.
We don’t personally have a photobooth but we work with a lot of great companies and are happy to refer you.
1. Keep posing gentle and natural.
At this age, kids don’t need stiff, formal poses. Simple prompts like “look over your shoulder,” “hold your dress,” or “twirl once” help them feel at ease and still keep the focus on the special meaning of the day.
2. Give them space to feel grown-up and little.
Eight is a magical age, old enough to understand the moment, but still so innocent. I like to sneak in a few detail shots of their hair, dress, or tiny hands to capture that in-between.
3. Talk to them like a friend.
An 8-year-old is more relaxed when they feel seen and heard. I always ask about their favorite part of getting ready, or what they’re most excited about. The best smiles come when they feel proud of what this milestone means. #BaptismPhotography #BaptismPortraits #ChildPortraitPhotography #LDSBaptism #ldstemple
1. Simple is beautiful.
Soft, neutral outfits photograph best on a white background. You don’t need fancy clothes or lots of props, just pieces that feel comfortable and timeless so the focus stays on you and your little one.
2. The magic is in the in-between.
Don’t worry if your child isn’t looking at the camera the whole time. Some of the most heartfelt moments happen when you’re snuggling, playing, or just being together.
3. It’s okay if it feels a little chaotic.
Kids wiggle, giggle, and sometimes melt down. I’m a mom too, and I’ve seen it all. I’ll guide you through every moment so you can relax and soak up this sweet time together.#maternityphotosession #maternityphotoshoot #maternityphotography #mommyandme
🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸
Today I’m feeling extra grateful for the freedoms we have, the people who built this country, and every brave person who has served — past and present — to protect it.
Wishing you a day of fireworks, family, and a moment to appreciate just how lucky we are to call the USA home. ❤️🤍💙
#4thofjuly #GratefulHeart #USA #Freedom #GilmoreStudios
1. These photos will mean even more with time.
Right now, it might feel like a fun excuse to get everyone together, but years from now these are the images your family will go back to. The ones that hang on walls, show up in slideshows, and get pulled out during the holidays. It’s more than a session, it’s a gift for your future self.
2. Group photos are just the beginning.
Once I capture the big group shot, I break it down into smaller combinations like siblings, individual families, and grandkids with grandparents. You’ll walk away with a gallery that feels like a full family album.
3. I’ve got the chaos covered.
Big groups can feel overwhelming, but don’t worry. I know how to keep things moving, lighthearted, and fun. You don’t have to direct or organize anyone. Just show up and enjoy the moment, I’ll take care of the rest.
#extendedfamily #extendedfamilysession #familyphotographer
1. It’s totally normal to feel awkward at first.
You’re not professional models, you’re just two people in love. The best photos happen once you relax, talk, laugh, and just enjoy each other. I’ll guide you through it all.
2. Outfits matter, but comfort matters too.
Wear something that feels like YOU. You’ll move more naturally and feel more confident, which always shows up in the final images.
3. Your location should mean something.
Whether it’s where you had your first date or just somewhere that feels like you, personalizing your session makes the photos even more meaningful.