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Jesse Madison Photography

Video
Additional Hours
Second Shooter
One Event / Day

Why couples loved this vendor

  • Capturing memories
  • Pristine quality
  • Photographer
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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

We pride ourselves on our quality and consistency as we are committed to delivering authentic and timeless wedding photos and wedding films that will be cherished for a lifetime. Our numerous 5 star reviews can attest to this. As a family run studio of 10 years we are committed to providing a professional service and delivering an elevated wedding day experience.


We know exactly how to capture the magic of your big day, from the smallest details to the big moments, tips for flattering poses and more. And we are happy to help you organize your day by helping create timelines and checklists where needed.

Here are some of the ways I make your vision come to life:

Lighting Magic: Whether it's soft natural light or perfectly diffused flash, I use lighting to make sure every shot is flattering and full of life and emotion.


Portrait Perfection: From bridal portraits to romantic couple shots, I create curated experiences with professional lighting and flattering poses to ensure you and your bridal party look amazing in every shot.


Creative Bokeh: That dreamy, creamy background? We know how to achieve it. I use it to keep the focus on you. Whether it’s the couple, the details, or the big moments.


Tailored to Your Day: No two weddings are the same. I customize my approach to each setting. Adapting to any situation makes sure you get beautiful images throughout your day. From prep time to the last dance, making sure every moment is captured at its best.


Low Light, No Problem: Even in dim or tricky lighting, our top-tier gear captures clear, crisp images with natural skin tones and no awkward yellow hues. We use the best low light camera and lenses to make sure the quality is there in any situation.

These are just some of the reasons we have been rated #1 Wedding Photographers in OC by Weddingrule.com. We know how to make your wedding day shine. Let's get in touch!

Jesse Madison Photography
Author of "From Yes to I Do: The Portable Wedding Planning Guide & Checklist for Brides"
Author of: “Modern Welling Storytelling: A Guide for Photographers”
The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame
6 TimeThe Knot Best of Wedding 2020-2025
6 Time Weddingwire Couple's Choice Award 2020-2025
Published in Breezeit.com Top Wedding Photographers in SoCal
Published in Weddingrule.com #1 Wedding Photographer in OC
Published in WeddingPioneer.com Top 16 Wedding photographers in OC

Features

Hispanic or Latinx-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 9 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

Links

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Weddings with this vendor

Hans & Casey's wedding
Hans & Casey
47 photos
Annie & Michael's wedding
Annie & Michael
59 photos
Autumn & Amanda's wedding
Autumn & Amanda
18 photos
Katryna & Truett's wedding
Katryna & Truett
48 photos

FAQ

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
Hand-Coloring
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Toning
Albums
Digital Files
Save the Date

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

2nd Shooter
Custom Graphics
Engagement Shoot
Hand-Coloring
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Toning
Trash The Dress
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Negatives
Save the Date

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Film
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional
Vintage

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

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Reviews of Jesse Madison Photography

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The photographer and team were professional, communicative, and calming, helping craft timelines and easing stress on the day. They captured natural, emotional moments and delivered high-quality photos and videos quickly, including highlights and full ceremony footage. Reviewers praised their organization, fair pricing, and unobtrusive approach.

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The photographer and team were professional, communicative, and calming, helping craft timelines and easing stress on the day. They captured natural, emotional moments and delivered high-quality photos and videos quickly, including highlights and full ceremony footage. Reviewers praised their organization, fair pricing, and unobtrusive approach.

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Annie Sent on 08/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best experience ever!

We are so incredibly happy we chose to use Jesse and his team as our photographers for our wedding day. My husband and I do not love being in front of a camera, but Jesse made us feel so comfortable. He brought the most calming energy that made the entire day even more enjoyable. One thing in particular that stood out to us was that we didn't hire Jesse to stay to the very end of our reception (we had an early ceremony), but he stayed way over his contract time to get more footage without us even asking. (Yes, we tipped him extra for that even though he did not ask for anything!)

Not to mention our photos came out even more beautiful than we could have even imagined. PLUS- Jesse got our photos back to us within 2 weeks! That is almost unheard of this the wedding photography industry so we were over-the-moon excited when he shared the album with us. We were still on our honeymoon at the time so it made the experience of looking through the album for the first time even more special. A couple of weeks after we received the album, we received the videos of all the speeches and a "highlight" video of the entire day. Needless to say, all of the videos were beyond perfect and made me tear up watching as we got to relive moments of that day again. Overall, I couldn't recommend Jesse Madison Photography and Video enough. You won't be disappointed!
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Andy Sent on 04/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Amazing – Couldn’t Have Asked for Better!

We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer and videography team for our wedding. Jesse Madison and his team were professional, organized, and honestly just great people to be around. On a day that can feel hectic, they made everything feel easy and stress-free.

What really stood out is that Jesse went above and beyond; not just with photos and video, but by giving us helpful advice on how to set up parts of our wedding to make everything run smoother and look better. That kind of experience and care made a huge difference for us.

Jesse and his team did an incredible job capturing every important moment without making anything feel forced. They knew exactly where to be, what to capture, and how to keep things moving without interrupting the flow of the day. Everything felt natural, which we really appreciated.

When we received our photos and videos, we were blown away. The quality, attention to detail, and the way they told the story of our wedding day was beyond what we expected. They captured the emotions, the energy, and all the little moments we didn’t even realize were happening.

If you’re looking for a team that is professional, talented, and genuinely cares about your experience, I highly recommend Jesse and his team. They delivered more than just photos and videos; they gave us memories we’ll be able to relive forever.
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Christi Sent on 11/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating

You must book him!

I can’t stop getting emotional every time I look at our wedding photos and videos. Jesse didn’t just capture our day, he captured the love, the joy, and all the tiny moments I never want to forget. He listened to everything we hoped for and brought our vision to life in the most beautiful way. We’re so grateful for how he went above and beyond for us. Thank you, Jesse, for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever!
Vicky
Vicky Sent on 10/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer

Jesse was very professional and personable. He's a professional who knows what he's doing and has incredible vision with his craft. Jesse was one of my top 3 photographers while we were on the hunt for a photographer/ videographer. We knew we wanted someone who could provide both. We had inquired for a quote and after that, he reached out to us. We had a budget so we politely declined his services as we continued to look elsewhere. After sending that message to Jesse, he gave us a call and asked what we were looking for and that he could work with us given our date was on a Friday, and it was more flexible. We discussed all the details, our wants and needs and he gave us he professional opinion on the ideal time he would need to capture everything we wanted. We had several calls over 8 months. He was very responsive via text message. He was very reassuring and even created a timeline with us to break down the times. On wedding day, he was very polite and professional. His team of 3 including himself captured our day in the most beautiful way in just 6 hours! Our photos came back within a week and our highlights and videos came back within 3! They were quick with everything; we received our video and photos for download within two weeks and we were able to relive our wedding day through his photos and videos!
Michael
Michael Sent on 07/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend Jesse!

Where do I begin!
Jesse was incredible and truly a master at his craft. He did a fantastic job capturing all the special moments at my wedding and was so professional! He also did my engagement photo shoot and every single photo was beautiful! Jesse was extremely communicative throughout the whole process, from the engagement photos, to assisting me with my wedding timeline to capturing the best moments on that special day! He is truly a kind soul and it was an absolute pleasure working with him. If you are looking for a professional and reputable photographer for your wedding or engagement shoot, look no further!

I can’t say enough good things about Jesse and would highly recommend Jesse Madison Photography!!
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Melissa Sent on 07/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you, Jesse Madison Photography!

I hired Jesse Madison for my sister’s wedding, and I can’t express enough how pleased we are. He was professional and his work ethic is amazing. He worked hard and he cared about doing a good job of capturing every moment of my sister’s special day. I’m grateful to have provided my sister with the experience of working with such wonderful photographers and with gifting her the pictures of her wedding that she absolutely loves!!! Thank you for everything Jesse Madison Photography!
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Emmeline Sent on 01/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Jesse is Amazing!

Jesse was a delight to work with. He is quick and responsive, no matter if it's around the holidays. He worked with me on creating the best wedding timeline so that it sets him up for success but also helps the day run smoothly. The day of the wedding there were a bit of hiccups (all out of his control) and Jesse stayed calm, composed, and actually helped reassure me.

On first impression I could tell he wants the photos/videos to turn out as amazing as he is envisioning them to be so he will bring up his concerns with you and work with you for the best outcome/solution. Jesse really takes pride in his work and that's as much as I could ask for, especially for a day that we'll be looking back on for years to come. I could not recommend Jesse enough!
Raiven
Raiven Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, kind photography team for your special occasion!

Jesse and his team captured our wedding day in such a magical way! From the initial calls to discuss our vision, to our engagement shoot to get more comfortable being in front of the camera, to follow-ups on logistics leading up to the big day, Jesse was incredibly helpful and made sure that my husband and I felt supported every step of the way and that our vision for photography for our special day was brought to life. He was a joy to work with and delivered hundreds of beautiful, professional photos that made us smile and that we'll cherish for the rest of our lives. He's a master at his craft and the lighting, focus, and joy captured in the photos are a testament to that. It was a pleasure working with Jesse, and we recommend him to any other couples looking for a wedding photographer who is both kind and amazingly talented! Thank you so much to Jesse and team!
Ade
Ade P. Sent on 10/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Jesse and his team are outstanding. They photographed my son’s wedding and the photos are beyond my expectations. He never got in the way, I har

Jesse and his team are highly Professional, reasonably priced and outstanding to work with. We have so many amazing photos from the wedding. I loved that we didn’t even really see him - yet we have 100’s of outstanding photos taken. I highly recommend using him for your wedding or any photo shoots that you may need.
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Sherlanda Sent on 09/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Photos

I highly recommend Jesse Madison Photography for your wedding photography and videography. From the very first phone call with Jesse, I knew he was the right person for the job. Jesse was very patient and explained every detail thoroughly. My engagement photos, wedding photos, and wedding videos were amazing. Jesse's team is very professional, prompt, engaging, and truly work to make sure that your wedding memories will be beautifully captured for a lifetime.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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Team

Jesse Madison
Jesse Madison
President and Lead Photographer
Emelin Madison
Emelin Madison
Second Photographer/ Assistant
Jacob Madison
Jacob Madison
Lead Photographer

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Jesse Madison Photography frequently asked questions

Jesse Madison Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • Hand-Coloring
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Toning
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Save the Date
Jesse Madison Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Custom Graphics
  • Engagement Shoot
  • Hand-Coloring
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Toning
  • Trash The Dress
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Negatives
  • Save the Date
Jesse Madison Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
  • Vintage
Jesse Madison Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Jesse Madison Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Jesse Madison Photography 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.
Jesse Madison Photography currently offers 1 offer promotion for wedding services.
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