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Mood Photo & Video is a wedding photography & videography company in Costa Mesa, California, servicing Los Angeles and the surrounding counties, as well as destination weddings. The company boasts a team of expert photographers, allowing couples to choose the photographer that best matches their style and personality. The photographers at Mood deliver photographs that are emotional, modern and dramatic. Owner Michael Purdy has built a reputation on his creative skills, and his ability to deliver a wedding photography experience that brings out the best in his clients and their guests.

Services Offered

Mood Photo & Video offers wedding photography & videography packages that feature one event per day, additional hours, digital files, proofs and negatives. The following services can also be included in photography packages:

  • Destination/travel
  • Engagement shoot
  • Second shooter
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Prints
  • Thank you cards


Other Services

Mood Photo & Video also offers wedding videography services. Videography can be included in your wedding services.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Add'l Hours
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Custom Graphics
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
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
Proofs
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Mood Photo & Video

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Reviewers had exceptional experiences with the photographer and team at this wedding venue. They praised their professionalism, organization, and care throughout the planning process and on the wedding day, highlighting their attention to detail and ability to capture special moments seamlessly. The quality of their work, including editing skills and final photos and videos, was highly commended. Reviewers appreciated the team's talent, kindness, and compassion, describing them as the best photographers and videographers they have ever worked with. Their dedication to clients and exceptional service make them a highly recommended choice for capturing important moments.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Reviewers had exceptional experiences with the photographer and team at this wedding venue. They praised their professionalism, organization, and care throughout the planning process and on the wedding day, highlighting their attention to detail and ability to capture special moments seamlessly. The quality of their work, including editing skills and final photos and videos, was highly commended. Reviewers appreciated the team's talent, kindness, and compassion, describing them as the best photographers and videographers they have ever worked with. Their dedication to clients and exceptional service make them a highly recommended choice for capturing important moments.

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Anthony Sent on 02/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The GREATEST Photography & Videography Team for our wedding day!

From the very beginning, working with our photographer and his entire team was an absolute dream. The level of professionalism, organization, and care they brought to our wedding was unmatched. We had multiple meetings prior to the wedding, and every time, he was prepared, attentive, and truly on top of every detail. He answered all of our questions, offered helpful guidance, and made sure nothing was overlooked, which gave us complete confidence and peace of mind going into such an important day.

On the wedding day itself, he and his team exceeded every expectation. They were calm, positive, and incredibly easy to work with, which made the entire day feel enjoyable and stress-free. They knew exactly where to be, what moments to capture, and how to keep everything flowing smoothly without ever feeling intrusive. Their energy made a huge difference, and they helped make the day feel even more special and memorable.

The quality of their work is truly outstanding. Their editing skills are amazing, and the final photos and videos perfectly captured the emotions, beauty, and excitement of our wedding day. Every detail, big and small, was handled with care, and the end results were beyond what we could have imagined. Looking back at our photos and videos brings us right back to those moments, which is something we will cherish forever.

Beyond their talent, what truly sets them apart is who they are as people. They are honest, kind-hearted, and genuinely care about their clients and their work. It is rare to find a team that is this skilled, professional, and compassionate all at once. Without a doubt, they are the best photographers and videographers we have ever worked with, and we feel incredibly grateful to have had them as part of our wedding day. We would recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for an exceptional team to capture their most important moments.
Justina
Justina Sent on 12/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t recommend more

Mike was the best photographer I’ve ever had (and I’ve had plenty!). He was very personable, funny, flexible and helpful. He guided us through every pose to make sure we always looked our best. He made sure we were comfortable with everything and reassured us throughout. He edited the photos in lighting speed which I’ve never seen before. He did way better than my Pinterest board! Couldn’t recommend him more and will definitely utilize his services forever!
John
John Sent on 10/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend - Best in the Business!

We worked with Mike from MOOD Photography for our engagement photos, and he was incredible! Mike is so easy to work with — creative, professional, and genuinely fun to be around. He made us feel completely comfortable during the shoot, and the photos turned out absolutely beautiful.

We can’t wait to have him capture our wedding day next! Based on our experience so far, I highly recommend MOOD Photography to any couple looking for stunning photos and an amazing experience from start to finish.
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Elizabeth Sent on 10/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing team, HIGHLY recommend

The MOOD Photography team is incredibly professional and made our entire experience seamless from start to finish. Mike is not only creative and flexible with his photography, but also highly responsive—he delivered our engagement photos in under 12 hours! His professionalism, warmth, and great sense of humor made the shoot both fun and memorable. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer. We highly recommend MOOD Photography to anyone looking for exceptional photos and an enjoyable experience
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Amanda Sent on 08/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Engagement/Wedding photos

We worked with MOOD for both our engagement and wedding, and the experience was outstanding. He was professional, easy to work with, and captured our special moments beautifully. We couldn’t be happier with the photos and highly recommend him.
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Tiffany Sent on 08/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

My husband and I continuously talked to each other about how much we loved working with Mike and his team! Mike was a true professional and helped us so much in every way - through his positivity, sense of humor, and how on top of every detail he was the whole day. His vision and eye for detail is amazing. We absolutely loved the photos we received as well! They were gorgeous and my husband and I can’t stop looking through them and reliving the day. Mike turned the photos around 1 day after the wedding we were amazed how quickly they came back. We would definitely recommend Mike and his team to anyone for their wedding photography!

Yes value for money was great we also got the additional Photo Booth in the package and that was a great way to get fun photos of our guests, our guests loved that as well because they could get photos right away. Attitude was awesome - Mike was so helpful in organizing all the details for the day and giving his perspective on photo flow for the day. It’s clear how experienced he is and that was definitely helpful and very very important for us !
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Nikole Sent on 05/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding photos

Mike and Eddie at Mood Photography are absolute legends. From the moment we met them, they made us feel completely at ease and brought such good energy to the entire day. The photos are stunning—raw, emotional, and full of life. They somehow captured every little moment without ever feeling intrusive. Beyond the talent, they’re just amazing people to have around on such a big day. We’re obsessed with our photos and can’t recommend them enough.
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Marian Sent on 07/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing and nothing less!!

Choosing Mike Purdy and his team as our wedding photographer and videographer was one of the best decisions we made for our special day. From the moment we spoke to Mike, it was clear that he was not only talented but also incredibly professional and attentive to our needs.


Mike and his team arrived promptly, ready to start capturing every moment of our wedding day. They immediately put us at ease, making sure we felt comfortable and relaxed throughout the photo sessions. Their friendly demeanor and ability to make us laugh resulted in beautifully natural and candid photos that truly captured the joy and emotion of the day.

One unforgettable moment that truly showcased Mike and his team's dedication and expertise was when one of his photographers, amidst the bustling excitement of our wedding day, calmly and skillfully sewed a section of my veil back together because something caused the thread to come undone and all the beads were falling off. It was a small mishap, but as a bride, every detail feels monumental. The photographer noticed the falling beads, and without missing a beat, she took out her sewing kit and started delicately repairing the veil. Throughout the quick repair, she reassured me with a warm smile and calming words.

This incident further highlighted the preparedness and attentiveness of Mike’s team. They were not only there to document our day but also to lend a helping hand whenever needed, going above and beyond their role as photographers and videographers. It was a sweet reminder of their commitment to ensuring that every detail of our day was handled with care and expertise.

Mike's thorough preparation and experience was evident throughout our interactions leading up to the wedding day. He was familiar with the layout of our photo shoot locations and made a timeline that accounted for every major event of the day down to the minutes Moreover, Mike was always available to hop on calls with us whenever we had questions about the timeline, shoot ideas, or specific locations. He was incredibly accommodating, even customizing our package to perfectly fit our needs.

As the day progressed, Mike and his team continued to impress. They seamlessly adapted to any changes or requests we had, including extending their coverage time at the end of the night so we could capture more moments. What stood out the most was their positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm throughout the entire process. There was never a hint of impatience or reluctance; instead, they were committed to ensuring that we had the best possible day and experience.

Now, as we eagerly await the final results—our wedding photos and video—we have complete confidence that Mike's artistic style will shine through. His passion for his craft and dedication to capturing the essence of our day are evident in every interaction we had with him.

Working with Mike and every individual on his team was such an absolute pleasure. They exceeded our expectations in every way, from their professionalism and preparedness to their warm personalities and artistic vision. We wholeheartedly recommend Mike to anyone looking for a wedding photographer and videographer who not only delivers exceptional results but also makes the entire experience enjoyable and as stress-free as possible. To Mike and your team, thank you for making our wedding day so special and we can’t wait to see it all come together!
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Angelica Sent on 04/25/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The best team out there for photography/videography

Mood did such an amazing job on our engagement session! I came across Mood as I was browsing through my instagram feed and was immediately drawn to their work. I am very picky when it comes to photographer/cinematographer and very particular with what I wanted. I had my planner reached out to Mood and we were able to get in touch with Mike. Mike was very kind and informative- he was able to answer all of our questions and went through all the details. After telling Mike about our vision and our save-the-date video, he made sure I would get the lead photographer/videographer, which is Mike himself and Troy. Both were professional and wonderful to work with. My fiancé and I were very nervous on the day of the photo shoot but the two gentlemen made us feel comfortable and walked us through all the poses. In addition to being detail oriented and meticulously in their craft, they were easy to work with. Another bonus is they delivered the video along with some photos in a timely fashion! While watching the clip I was so excited and beyond happy knowing that I have something unique and customized to my likings. I remember telling my fiancé I don’t think I would be this pleased if I were to work with someone else. I am beyond grateful for their work and cannot wait for them to shoot our wedding day.
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Tryphena Sent on 04/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST in the game

Mike and the team at MOOD are so amazing! We hired them for our wedding next year and the process has been so smooth and seamless. Our engagement shoot gave us a taste of what to look forward to for our wedding! If you're looking for elegant and timeless photos you'll cherish for a lifetime, look no further. MOOD is your team!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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Mike is a very talented and creative photographer and love working with him. Very professional and great to work with.

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Mood Photo & Video frequently asked questions

Mood Photo & Video includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Add'l Hours
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Mood Photo & Video includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Custom Graphics
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Mood Photo & Video offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Mood Photo & Video offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Mood Photo & Video offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Thank You Cards
Mood Photo & Video is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
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