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- 2020
- 2019
Wildflower Photo Co.
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"My husband and I had THE MOST AMAZING experience with Karissa and Mike! We can't say enough good..."
"Karissa is an amazing photographer. She is professional, flexible, and kind. Our photos are..."
Why couples loved this vendor
- Capturing memories
- Pristine quality
- Seasoned with weddings
- Photographer
About this vendor
About Wildflower Photo Co. – Lake Arrowhead & Big Bear Wedding Photographer
Hi, I'm Karissa Reckling—your go-to Lake Arrowhead & Big Bear wedding photographer. For over eight years, Wildflower Photo Co. has been capturing heartfelt, adventure-filled weddings across Southern California. As a boutique team, we specialize in mountain weddings, elopements, intimate weddings, engagement sessions, and full-day celebrations at Lake Arrowhead, Big Bear, and nearby Inland Empire venues.
What sets us apart:
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Local Expertise – Having shot countless weddings at iconic Alpine venues, we know the best spots for those golden-hour shots—think Lake Arrowhead sunsets and Big Bear panoramic backdrops.
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Full-Service Wedding Partner – Beyond photography, I help with timeline creation, location scouting, vendor referrals, and wedding-day coordination—so you can truly enjoy your day.
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Authentic Storytelling – Our natural, photojournalistic approach highlights real emotions, candid moments, and epic landscapes—bringing your love story to life.
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Flexible & Customized Packages – Choose from adventure elopement, intimate wedding, full-day, or destination wedding packages (with optional second shooters, albums, liability insurance, and more).
We offer:
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High-resolution edited images (with online gallery & downloads)
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Engagement, couple, and family sessions
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Includes save-the-dates, thank-you cards, prints & albums
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Add-on videography services for full-story coverage
✨ Why Couples Love Us
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5‑Star reviews, praising our creativity, calm presence, and meaningful storytelling.
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Couples' Choice Award winner (2019–2021)
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We travel up to 100 miles—covering everything from your backyard elopements to high-altitude lakeside vows.
How to Connect
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Check availability for upcoming wedding dates.
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Get a personalized quote for your session type (elopement, intimate, full wedding).
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Book your date and let Wildflower Photo Co. be your photography + planning partner.
Experience
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9 years in business
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We speak English
Weddings with this vendor
Miranda & Eric
39 photos
Linda & Dong
35 photos
Stephanie & Kieran
36 photos
Kim & Oki
20 photos
FAQ
Which of the following are included in the starting price?
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files
Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?
2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Slideshow
Digital Files
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Film
Natural
Photojournalism
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
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
Still have questions?
Reach out about anything you didn't see answered here—no question is too small!
Reviews of Wildflower Photo Co.
Leena Sent on 11/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Value for Your Money! You Won't Regret Booking with Wildflower Photo Co.!
My husband and I had THE MOST AMAZING experience with Karissa and Mike! We can't say enough good things about them. From our first conversation to the moment we received our gallery, we felt so well taken care of. Since we're from NJ and were eloping in northern CA's Redwood National Park, we needed help with scouting and planning locations. They were so helpful through the process. We originally thought of just booking the photography package but we saw their videos for other couples and opted for both photography and video. We are SO glad we did! We often talk about how it was the best money we were ever spent. Karissa and Mike took the time to ensure we had everything we needed and were SO accommodating, professional, kind, and TALENTED! They made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Our photos are framed around our home and we played our elopement video for all our friends and family at our reception in NJ on our one year anniversary. Our guests were so moved - many tears were shed! We hope to be able to work with Karissa & Mike again for a photoshoot sometime! :)
Isabella Sent on 07/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Wildflower is the best!
Karissa is an amazing photographer. She is professional, flexible, and kind. Our photos are absolutely beautiful and capture all the emotions from the day. She made sure to fit the photos into our wedding day, rather than taking large chunks out of the day for photos (which I loved). We will cherish our photos forever!
Kylie Sent on 07/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful!
Wildflower photography was the best choice for our wedding photos. They were so organized during the actual photo taking, they were sweet and encouraging, they were patient and kind, and the photos turned out PERFECTLY! Leading up to our wedding I was worried about how the photos would turn out, but I was more than satisfied. I wish I could print every single one! Going with Wildflower photography will not disappoint you!
Lily Sent on 11/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating
HIGHLY recommend Wildflower Photo Co. for your special day!
I highly recommend using Karissa and Mike’s photography and videography services for your special day! They are such an incredible couple who bring so much joy and enthusiasm to their work. They were reliable, grounded, and always willing to go above and beyond to make sure you have the best time.
We no longer live in Los Angeles so we were relieved that Karissa could accommodate our schedules. She even met us at the venue the week before our wedding to go over last minute details with the venue coordinator. Karissa is such a breath of fresh air who makes you feel at ease through her presence and genuine nature.
Karissa shot our engagement photos over a year ago and my husband and I were so excited after we received them! The photos were gorgeous and I’ll never forget how comfortable she made us feel that afternoon. We could not wait for her and Mike to be part of our wedding day.
We received our wedding photos and the video and were blown away with how incredible it all turned out! They certainly captured the details and the overall ambiance of the whole day. You can tell they absolutely love what they do because their work shows how much of their hearts they pour into it. Thank you Wildflower Family for all the beautiful worked you produced. It wouldn't have been the same with you!
We no longer live in Los Angeles so we were relieved that Karissa could accommodate our schedules. She even met us at the venue the week before our wedding to go over last minute details with the venue coordinator. Karissa is such a breath of fresh air who makes you feel at ease through her presence and genuine nature.
Karissa shot our engagement photos over a year ago and my husband and I were so excited after we received them! The photos were gorgeous and I’ll never forget how comfortable she made us feel that afternoon. We could not wait for her and Mike to be part of our wedding day.
We received our wedding photos and the video and were blown away with how incredible it all turned out! They certainly captured the details and the overall ambiance of the whole day. You can tell they absolutely love what they do because their work shows how much of their hearts they pour into it. Thank you Wildflower Family for all the beautiful worked you produced. It wouldn't have been the same with you!
Rosie Sent on 05/31/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Couldn't be happier with our wedding photos!
I cannot recommend Karissa and Mike more for your wedding photography. From the first email exchange, I knew we were in great hands. Karissa is super responsive, organized, kind, and professional. They even sent us a little welcome gift (which we ended up using for our wedding vows)! Karissa and Mike clearly communicate with you all along the way (email and phone call meetings) to make sure they have your vision for the day of. On our wedding day, Karissa and Mike were a source of calm and positivity. Our ceremony had a chaotic start and they worked hard to keep my husband and I focused in the beauty of the present moment. Now let's talk the cherry on top - their GORGEOUS photos! Karissa and Mike were able to give us our entire gallery soon after our wedding and my husband and I, our families and friends were blown away. The color, composition, vibe of the pictures are absolutely stunning. They caught all the most important moments with minimal direction during the reception. Cannot say enough positive things about our experience working with Wildflower Photo Co! Lock them in now before they're booked!
Jacob Sent on 11/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Wildflower Photo Co For the WIN!
My wife and I met Karissa and Mike back in 2019 after we had just gotten engaged and instantly knew we had to hire them. Not only are these two adorable and fantastic people but they're downright professionals through and through.
They made us feel at home especially during 2020 when we had to postpone our wedding multiple times, always finding time to check in with us and see how we were doing/if we had any questions. In addition, they were also very gracious to add on their videography services complimentary to us which made those darker times during the pandemic feel that much brighter.
On the day of our wedding we had the best experience with them. Mike was fantastic at leading the way when it came to getting the shots of the groomsmen and myself leading up to the First Look. Karissa (who was entering her third trimester of pregnancy by the way) was instructive and kind-hearted always ensuring she was getting the necessary photos, but also keeping things fun and playful!
I cannot say this enough, but I consider Mike and Karissa to be like close friends which is not always the case when it comes to vendors. They go above and beyond for their clients and the quality of their work speaks for itself. My wife and I could not be happier and our decision to hire them has been one of the best we've made in the entire wedding planning process! If you want photographers that will make your wedding day an experience to be remembered then please do yourself a favor and hire these two! You won't regret it.
Thank you Mike and Karissa for everything! We love you guys!
They made us feel at home especially during 2020 when we had to postpone our wedding multiple times, always finding time to check in with us and see how we were doing/if we had any questions. In addition, they were also very gracious to add on their videography services complimentary to us which made those darker times during the pandemic feel that much brighter.
On the day of our wedding we had the best experience with them. Mike was fantastic at leading the way when it came to getting the shots of the groomsmen and myself leading up to the First Look. Karissa (who was entering her third trimester of pregnancy by the way) was instructive and kind-hearted always ensuring she was getting the necessary photos, but also keeping things fun and playful!
I cannot say this enough, but I consider Mike and Karissa to be like close friends which is not always the case when it comes to vendors. They go above and beyond for their clients and the quality of their work speaks for itself. My wife and I could not be happier and our decision to hire them has been one of the best we've made in the entire wedding planning process! If you want photographers that will make your wedding day an experience to be remembered then please do yourself a favor and hire these two! You won't regret it.
Thank you Mike and Karissa for everything! We love you guys!
Jenny Sent on 09/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating
The Best Team!
We had an intimate adventure wedding in Lake Tahoe and Karissa and Mike truly made our wedding dreams come true! They are so kind and easy to connect with, have bountiful resources and planning information, and they capture the most beautiful moments through photography and videography. The quality of their work is incredible - we will always cherish our wedding photos and video (accompanied by gorgeous music). Most importantly, they helped create an unforgettable experience where we could soak in every moment and tailored it to our wedding dreams. We are so grateful for them and their kind artistry. Highly recommend!
Jane Sent on 03/01/2021
5 out of 5 rating
The Best Photography Team!
Booking a wedding photographer can be a daunting task! There are so many photographers in Southern California and it can be hard to know where to start. When we found Karissa and Mike, we fell in love with their work. However, after meeting with them, we knew we had to book them. We instantly clicked; they made us feel so at ease and it felt like we were chatting with friends! This was all pre-COVID.. When we were thrown the postponement curveball (twice), they could not have been more understanding and supportive. They really went above and beyond and were so gracious in the rescheduling process. While we haven’t had our wedding yet, we did opt to do a Joshua Tree adventure session with them in the meantime. We were blown away by the pictures!! The day was so much fun and we could not recommend Karissa and Mike enough! If you are able to book them for any photography sessions, guaranteed you will have the best day and love the end result!! They are truly a special, amazing team. We can't wait to have them photograph our wedding.
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Wildflower Photo Co. frequently asked questions
Wildflower Photo Co. includes the following photography services in the starting price:
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Slideshow
- Digital Files
Wildflower Photo Co. includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
- 2nd Shooter
- Add'l Hours
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- Slideshow
- Digital Files
Wildflower Photo Co. offers the following photography styles:
- Film
- Natural
- Photojournalism
Wildflower Photo Co. offers the following photography services for weddings:
- Additional Hours
- Destination / Travel
- Engagement Shoot
- High-Res Images
- One Event / Day
- Second Shooter
- Video
- Wedding Portraits
Wildflower Photo Co. offers the following photography materials for weddings:
- Albums
- Canvas
- Digital Files
- Matted Prints
- Prints
- Save the Date
- Thank You Cards
Wildflower Photo Co. 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.