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Welcome. We are Doug and Katherine, the artists behind Helios Images. For years our photographs have brought laughter and tears to lovers, artists, and friends along the San Francisco coast and to other destinations around the world. We are originally from New England, and have been delighted to call California home since 2009. Always shooting with our hearts, we have garnered international acclaim for our documentary wedding style and are glad to be involved in the wedding photography community. We are currently ranked number 31 in the world by the Wedding Photojournalist Association. Our Mantra? For Love.

We are happy you found Helios images for your wedding photographs. We would love to get to know you better. Just email info@heliosimages.com or call (415) 325 - 2020 to say hello.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$3,750

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,500

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
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Reviews of Helios Images

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100% recommend it
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Jerene
Jerene A. Sent on 05/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision we made for our big day!

Doug was our wedding photographer and easily the best decision we made for our big day. Along with providing us with beautiful photos, we have such fond memories of working with him! He is so kind, down-to-earth (so important on those hectic days!), and made us feel at ease in front of the camera. Wish we lived closer so we could hire Doug for all of our family milestones!
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Libbie A. Sent on 07/30/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Doug and Katherine, thank you so much for everything these past several months! From the engagement shoot, to our wedding day, we are beyond grateful not just for your incredible artistry and craft, but equally your kindness and creativity. Every step of the way we loved having you by our side. Anyone who has the pleasure to work with you is better for it, and we can't wait to have more of our life captured through your lens.
Natalie
Natalie Sent on 01/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Where to begin.... Doug beautifully captured the most incredible days of my life (engagement and celebration). It was like living my best imaginable dream, and I'm so grateful that he was there to capture it. ☺️

We will truly cherish our photos for the rest of our lives. Doug puts his heart into his work, and he was really gracious in getting teaser photos to us quickly- we had an incredible time sharing with family and friends. Doug is so talented and beyond that, also an incredible human.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

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Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Evergreen Wedding Films Evergreen Wedding Films Wedding Videographers

This is such a wonderful company to work with. We highly recommend.

Orange Blossom Special Events Orange Blossom Special Events Wedding Planners

Doug and Katherine were amazing to work with! Amazing photographers who are great team-players! :) Can't wait to partner up again!

Photo and Video by Joe Goldsberry Photo and Video by Joe Goldsberry Wedding Videographers

We had the pleasure of working with Douglas Despres this summer at a beautiful outdoor ceremony in Boston (at the New England Aquarium). He was nothing short of wonderful to work with. He very also very gracious to provide a photo to us for the DVD disc and cover for the couple's wedding DVD. I would not hesitate to recommend Douglas Despres to any bride in either of the states he works out of (California and Mass.)

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Helios Images frequently asked questions

Helios Images includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Helios Images includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Helios Images offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Helios Images offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Helios Images offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Helios Images is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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