Tara Sent on 05/02/2024

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Wonderful Photography from a great duo

Holly was the perfect photographer for our wedding. Having a destination wedding meant we didn’t meet Holly in person until the day of the event. The friendliness and professionalism she exuded over Zoom were evident the day of the wedding. I don’t love having my photo taken and Holly immediately made me feel comfortable. Her husband Bruce was also great, they made an excellent team. We were shocked by how quickly the photos were available. Everyone looked great. Holly and Bruce captured wonderful moments during the ceremony and reception. It was very special to see so many fun moments our friends and family had during the evening. We highly recommend Holly and Bruce!

Kristen Sent on 04/30/2022

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Best and Sweetest Photographers Ever!

Holly and Bruce were phenomenal to work with for our wedding! They were recommended to me by a co-worker and I'm so glad we found them! From day 1, they were very professional and quick with communication. We had a fun engagement shoot with so many great photos that I couldnt decide which to print! Our wedding photos are great too! Most importantly, they made us all feel at ease in front of the camera and we had a lot of fun! They even managed to get some great photos of our sleepy, cranky flower girls! Also, Holly was incredibly quick with getting final, edited photos back to us. I will definitely be working with Holly Ireland Photography team again for family shoots in the future!

Courtney Sent on 11/25/2021

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Absolutely Magical!

There honestly aren't enough words to describe how amazing Holly and Bruce are as photographers and in general as people! From the instant we hired them to photograph our wedding, they have been so helpful, supportive, and kind. Holly took our engagement photos as well and they came out absolutely stunning and she made us feel so comfortable the entire time. While Holly was photographing my bridesmaids and I as we were getting ready, she made us all feel so beautiful. Her calm, sweet demeanor made everyone feel excited for the day ahead. While Bruce photographed my husband and his groomsmen, he was entertaining, funny, and brought a good atmosphere to the getting ready process. They both knew the best spots to take photos at our venue and brought so much fun and joy into our wedding day. We are so grateful to have had them as our photographers and can't thank them enough! We absolutely love Holly and Bruce!

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Sandra Sent on 10/08/2021

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Photo Perfection

Holly & Bruce were so amazing, words can't justify them as photographers and human beings. They are 100% professional, easy to work with and their photos are breathtaking. They were able to capture every special moment at our wedding including the funny ones. Holly's kindness and sweet spirit allowed me to be myself and comfortable with taking photos. Bruce's humor and ease about him was also refreshing. With Holly & Bruce, they can take direction or give direction. In our case, we needed direction and let them do whatever they needed to do to get the photo! They are the extraordinary experts and the photographs are the proof.

Mona Sent on 05/08/2020

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Above and Beyond Service!

Beyond late with my reviews. Our wedding was March of 2019. I’m not sure where to begin with this review. In a nutshell Holly and Bruce are just amazing to work with! We had them on our list along with a couple other photographers we wanted to check out. We attended the Bridal Bazaar to meet with prospects. We happen to run into their booth without even looking for them yet. They were easy to get along with from the start and no other booth compared to how personable they were. The rest of our process from the engagement shoot to our wedding photos was so effortless. I was a wee bit nervous about the engagement shoot, wondering how we will be posing for an hour with my now husband not getting frustrated. Holly made the hour go by so fast and we had so much fun doing it! She just directed us so easily that all our shots looked so natural!
Prior to our wedding Holly and I made a list of shots we wanted. At the wedding Bruce and Holly made such a good team using that list to help get our family members in the photos in a timely manner. They are both extremely professional and are in the right industry of photography. I had moments of stressing out due to our timeline, I did not allocate enough time for photos but Holly never once showed any frustration when I would get distracted and not listen to her instructions lol. She always kept a smile on her face! Lastly she saved my day by helping me do my bustle. I almost wasn’t going to be able to put it up but she went above and beyond helping me. We received our photos in a timely manner and they were great of course! Both Holly and Bruce do an amazing job at directing and capturing candid photos. Some of my favorite photos were of our 1st dance and them capturing how sweet that moment was! I highly recommend Holly Ireland Photography they are just so personable, it's like having invited them as guests! Plus they help you stay calm while documenting your big day!

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Melina Sent on 07/11/2019

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Amazing to work with and beautiful photos

Holly and Bruce are not only amazing photographers they are great people. I can't say enough great things about them. I met Holly and Bruce at a wedding show. There are so many wedding photographers to pick from and after meeting Holly and Bruce my fiance and I knew before we got in our car that we had to hire them before someone else did. We loved that they are a wife and husband team and we loved their photography style. They are so friendly and cared about what we wanted so no details were missed or left out. They got our photos back to us so fast after our wedding and we love them all! They captured the details, the emotion of our wedding day and everything from start to finish.

Lisa Sent on 06/04/2019

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Holly is the best!

Working with Holly is like having a good friend photograph your wedding. From the very beginning, Holly was super responsive, incredibly sweet and was the easiest/least stressful part of planning our wedding. Holly has a great eye and her work is stunning and beautiful! Our engagement photos were AMAZING and we cannot wait to see how our wedding photos look too! Everyone (no exaggeration) at our wedding remarked how lovely they thought Holly was! Not only did she shoot our wedding, but she jumped right in and offered to help in every way possible which she didn't have to do, but put me at ease. The next time we need photos taken, we will definitely contact Holly because she is incredible!!!

Lori Sent on 11/05/2018

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Our Daughter’s Wedding

Holly did a fantastic job on the photography for our daughters wedding. The photos are beautiful and the entire experience in working with her was wonderful. She was very professional from the first day we met her. She was also very helpful to our daughter with wedding planning questions. She was so nice every time we had questions and very responsive with emails. Holly and Bruce are a great team and it was very nice to have both of them working the wedding. They planned out the photography timetable with us ahead of time so there were no surprises and they helped keep everyone on schedule so the ceremony and reception were perfectly coordinated. Holly and Bruce are fantastic. They are so friendly and nice and we are so glad to have met them and that they were a part of the wedding celebration.

Tiffany Sent on 10/09/2018

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Amazed in every way!!! Photography was one of our top priorities when we started planning our wedding and we knew finding the right team to capture our beautiful moments of that day would be so essential.

My friend had just gotten married and we remembered their photographers were this cute husband and wife team and they were so respectful and positive from what we viewed as guests and then when we saw their final photos and the artistic vision they have, we were sold!

We met Holly and Bruce in person as they took their time to really ask us about our wedding, about us and offered great advice about how to get the photos we wanted and all the while keeping in mind the flow of the day.

Holly and Bruce are the perfect team to have on your day who will work beautifully with all of your vendors, family and ensure you two are happy. Holly has a very sweet disposition with a soothing mamma vibe that she will do whatever she can to ensure you feel comfortable and get the best shots she can for you… she even helped get my veil on and out of my shoes (very above and beyond) Bruce was making my husband and the groomsmen relax and cracked some jokes and orchestrated the family shots and timing incredibly well.

From seeing them work “behind the scenes” at out friend’s wedding to them being super supportive and communicative throughout the planning process and the impeccable service they provided the actual day to our stunning images (very timely!) our experience with them honestly couldn’t have been any better. We are sincerely grateful that they were with us on our special day!

WHY YOU SHOULD BOOK HOLLY IRELAND PHOTOGRAPHY

*Excellent communication and understanding

*Artistic shots, dramatic shots plus behind the scenes

*Makes you feel comfortable and confident

*So efficient with the big group and family shots

*If you want to have a team that goes above and beyond, is fun to work with and the end result is absolutely stunning

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Kathleyn Sent on 09/15/2018

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My husband and I met Holly & Bruce at a bridal bizzare in San Diego. We did our engagement photos and wedding photos with them and we couldn’t be happier! The overall service that they produced went above and beyond our expectations. Not only did they interact well with us and our families, but they took the time to sit with us and help us figure out exactly what we wanted for our big day. We would highly recommend them and if we needed photos for another special event they would be the first ones we would call! Such a pleasure to work with & amazing photos!

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Debra Sent on 06/07/2018

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Holly and her husband Bruce were wonderful to work with. The day of the wedding, they took charge of the photography to make sure that everything we wanted and should have were taken. We just got the pictures and can only say WOW! They are fantastic. The pictures make you feel like you are reliving the event.

Tanya Sent on 11/06/2017

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Holly and Bruce are AMAZING!! Before we locked down our wedding date and location I contacted Holly to make sure that they were available on that date. If they were already booked we would have changed the date to accommodate their schedule. That is how good they are. The pictures were beautiful and they turned out even better than expected and fast. They take the time to remember all the photos that you request and even more that you didn't even know you wanted. Thank goodness they knew!! We wish we could get married again so we can hang out with them. We can’t thank them enough and there is not enough room to say all the good things about them. We absolutely love Holly and Bruce!! Xoxo

Laura Sent on 10/23/2017

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5 Stars just isn't good enough for Holly Ireland. She deserves 50 but yelp stops at 5. Where do I begin? Prices - for what she offers it exceeds what you pay her. She is one of the most down to earth, kindest people I have ever met so morally she is exactly the kind of company I want to support. Her eye for detail and creative energy is amazing and when you tag team her with her husband (a WINNING COMBO) you get a photography dream team. Part of being a great wedding photographer is making your clients and their families comfortable and that's exactly what they do! The turn around time is the best in the business and if you are smart enough to order an album it is a work of art. I want to add something - I am in the industry. I was given options by photographers to have them shoot my wedding for FREE but that didn't matter to me. What mattered was having a team that was going to invest in me the way I invested in my wedding. They are worth every penny and then some. Photos are the MOST important part of your wedding since the day is over in a blink of an eye...make the right decision. Choose Holly Ireland and you will be grateful you did!

Tori Sent on 09/05/2017

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I seriously can not express how grateful I am to have chosen Bruce and Holly for my wedding day. They are an absolutely amazing team and great people to be around on your big day. They are very positive and fun and make the whole day stress free. I hate taking photos and doing large group shots (and we all know that is half the wedding! haha) but they made it so stress free! I could not recommend them more!! Seriously look no further for a wedding photographer. Holly and Bruce, again THANK YOU!!!!!!

Taylor Sent on 03/10/2017

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WOW. We cannot say enough good things about Holly and Bruce. The were so much fun to work with and captured the most gorgeous photos. Seriously, I did not know we had the ability to look this good. They truly brought out the best in us, but stayed true to our style and personalities. These beautiful memories will last a lifetime and we could not possibly give a stronger recommendation for letting Holly and Bruce capture them!

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We were married in Malibu at Calamigos back in May, and we LOVED working with Holly and Bruce. Holly is particularly wonderful: she makes everyone feel very at ease, takes TONS of photos so that there's no chance of missing a single second, and is quick to respond to emails. My husband liked working with Holly's husband Bruce as well--it was nice having someone to take photos of the guys while they got ready, and to have more than one photographer shooting during the wedding itself. We also just received our wedding album and it is GORGEOUS. Highly recommend working with these two!

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Holy and Bruce are THE best!

My wife and I just got married on 11/19/16 and were lucky enough to have Holly and Bruce there to capture our special day, and strongly reccomend them to anyone in need of professional photographers. When we first started looking for photographers for our wedding we contacted numerous companies looking for quotes and information. While others took days to respond and some not at all, Holly was on top of it and responded right away. After reviewing some portfolios online and talking with Holly, we set up an appointment to meet in person. Holly and Bruce are not only professional photographers, they are great people who are a lot of fun to be around. They will be there for you and pay special attention to your requests and needs, and will go above and beyond to make sure you are happy. For example, we have a 3 year old son who wanted to have a little more time in front of the camera, so while we had some down time, Bruce took him out on a little photo session without hesitation.

Holly and Bruce will not only capture your greatest moments, they will be part of your greatest moments. We wouldn't reccomend anyone else.

Thank you Holly and Bruce!!!

Katie Sent on 08/30/2016

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Like most brides, I took my photographer search very seriously. Since I was planning from across the country, I scheduled numerous calls with a handful of recommended photographers. Holly and Bruce stood out to me right away. First, Holly recommended we have a Skype call so I could really get to know them “face-to-face.” This made all the difference – I felt so comfortable chatting with her and Bruce and knew they both wanted to get to know me and hear about my vision. Following that call, they were willing to get on the phone again with my fiancé and made him feel the same way. Leading up to the wedding, we checked in multiple times to make sure Holly knew what shots we wanted and what the family photo combos would be. It paid off – the wedding photos went so smoothly. Starting with our getting ready photos, Holly’s sunny personality made everyone feel comfortable and excited in front of the camera. After our first look, she and Bruce were the perfect team, suggesting a ton of creative shots (such as a Father/Daughter first look that I hadn’t thought of) and were great at wrangling the group quickly and efficiently. As a bride, I appreciated how Holly was right by my side the whole time. She could almost read my mind when I needed to put down my bouquet, change to flip flops, etc. And it paid off – our pictures turned out flawlessly! They captured all of our special moments perfectly – even our guests keep commenting on how well the pictures turned out. Don’t hesitate to pick Holly and Bruce. You and your fiancé will have images you can cherish forever.

Kristin Sent on 07/27/2016

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Holly gave us the most beautiful pictures from our wedding! We absolutely loved the way they turned out. Not only did she provide us with a great variety of pictures but she created a book for us that was of the highest quality and edited to perfection. She made the whole experience such a delight and guided the wedding party through the photo shoot with such a warm and friendly demeanor. She listened very carefully to what we wanted but also gave us her professional input which was very helpful. We would hire Holly again in an instant and recommend her to anyone who is looking for a photographer.

Brooke Sent on 06/02/2016

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Holly and her husband are AMAZING! They were so warm and welcoming from the first time we met them. Holly was very responsive in getting back to me with answers to my questions throughout the planning process. One week before my wedding Holly called me to go over all of the picture combinations, details, and any extra pictures that we wanted taken, which was nice because I am extremely organized and wanted to make sure everything was covered. On the day of the wedding Holly and Bruce were so awesome to work with. They both made us feel so relaxed and open, and it was like we had known them for a while. We were both so comfortable taking pictures with them. Even my wedding guests were telling me that the photographers were extremely nice. We got the pictures back one week after the wedding, and they are beautiful. I loved the quality of their work, their friendliness, and their prompt responses. Don't think about hiring anybody else except Holly and Bruce for your wedding!

Dana Sent on 12/07/2015

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I work as a wedding coordinator for Josefina Events so I have seen my share of vendors. When the time came to pick photographers for my own wedding of course I was going to ask my boss and she highly recommended Holly Ireland Photography. So blessed that she did! From our first meeting with Holly and Bruce my husband and I knew they were our match. She is the sweetest thing ever, he’s a total guys guy and they both are good people with great energy.
My husband and I went with their Gold Package and are so excited with all that’s included; Engagement shoot USB, 6 hours with 2 Photographers and Wedding day USB, and our wedding album which is the best reminder of how awesome our wedding day was!
Working along side Holly Ireland Photography in this industry is always seamless. They understand the elegance and power of a moment captured in time. I would recommend Holly Ireland to all family, friends, even strangers.
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The Blancaflors

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Holly and Bruce are so fun to work with and great at what they do! Holly and Bruce shot a wedding I was in and I loved the photos, so when it came time to choose a wedding photographer for my own big day, I knew I wanted to contact Holly Ireland Photography. They made us feel so comfortable at our engagement shoots and on our wedding day. They are calm and know exactly what backgrounds and poses they are looking to capture. I couldn't recommend Holly and Bruce enough!! We will definitely use them in the future.

Kevin Sent on 11/04/2015

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Stop right there! Whoever else you are looking at for Photographers are not as good as Holly and her husband Bruce! They are without a doubt just ridiculously awesome! We could not be happier with them, their dynamics and the results! For sure the best around! They make you feel so comfortable and in your element! Don't think anymore, book them before it's too late! Do it!

Katelynn Sent on 10/05/2015

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Holly and her husband Bruce were a perfect fit for our wedding! We wanted to make sure every second was captured with all of our loved ones and they made it happen! Our pictures are absolutely beautiful and I can't wait to get our album in soon! I have heard horror stories about bad photographers so I was most nervous about finding a photograher but once my husband and I met Holly & Bruce we knew they were perfect for our wedding. Bruce fit in perfect with my groomsmen and they had a blast hanging out with him and felt relaxed getting pictures taken. They all loved Bruce and kept raving about how cool he is. I can't even explain how amazing Holly is! She quickly responded to all of my mini beauty meltdowns about spray tans to makeup choices to my insecurities. She assured me everything would be perfect and always made sure to keep me calm. They also did our engagement pictures which came out awesome and it was a great way to hang out and get to know them before our big day! Our guests were raving about how professional and great they were from start to finish. I am so thankful that we hired them and they were part of our wedding day!!

Riacca Sent on 08/20/2015

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My husband and I definitely recommend Holly and Bruce Ireland!!!!

To say they are absolutely amazing, is an understatement. My husband and I met them at a wedding event, a bridal show, in San Diego. We fell in love with them instantly. They are so friendly, happy, and full of energy.

We booked them for our wedding and engagement photo shoot.
The engagement photo shoot was so fun. My husband and I were worried that it would be awkward, but it was the complete opposite. Holly and Bruce made us feel so comfortable. All of our photos where it looks like we were laughing, my husband and I were actually really laughing...pretty hard too. The engagement shoot didn't feel like a photo shoot, it was truly a bonding experience. My husband and I received a flash drive with all of the photos, beautifully edited, less than two weeks later!

Holly and Bruce kept in touch before the wedding. They gave us paperwork to fill out which was really easy to follow. Also, my husband and I accidentally booked Holly and Bruce for only 5 hours. Our ceremony and reception totaled 8 hours. Holly and Bruce sent us a friendly reminder that we only booked them for 5 hours. We asked Holly and Bruce if we could book them for a couple more hours, and they happily agreed!

My husband and I got married, August 9th 2015. The day of our wedding, Holly and Bruce were absolutely amazing!!! They were so calm and made sure we weren't stressing out. They got all of the photos we requested. They were able to cycle through pictures with our families at the church quickly and stress free!

Holly and Bruce were also fantastic during our reception. They took all of the photos we requested and much more. However, they were not too overwhelming and gave my husband and I a lot of time to ourselves.

I cannot put into words how happy we were the day of our wedding. Nevertheless, Holly and Bruce were able to capture every emotion my husband and I felt the day of our wedding.

Dayna Sent on 07/23/2015

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I don't even know where to begin with this amazing photography duo. My husband and I hired Holly and Bruce for our wedding at the Bernardo Winery in Poway. Before we ever even got to the wedding these two were helpful with wedding advice. I even asked Holly for some make-up tips, when it comes to the best pictures, and she helped me! I thought that was a ridiculous question, but who better to know than our photographers?
They gave us a photo info questionnaire to fill out, detailing all of the photos that we wanted to make sure were captured before and during the wedding. I went a little beyond what I'm sure most might, but they made sure that everything was accomplished.
When the wedding day came they were on time and ready for action, way more than I was, lol. Both Holly and Bruce were so much fun to work with, they kept us laughing through the heat, which in turn gave us great photos, they were "invisible" during the ceremony and speeches and any little moments that were happening, and they got every photo I could have ever wanted and more.
Holly and Bruce are more than just an amazing photography duo, they are so fun to work with, they are approachable during any situation and always have some kind of advice to help out, they actually care about the people that they are working with, you can see their passion in the way that they act and interact with one another and everyone, and of course you can see it in their photography. I can't imagine having any other photographer for the rest of my life events.
Thank you Holly and Bruce for your amazing work and a lifetime of good memories.

Chih Sent on 07/06/2015

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My wife and I highly recommend Holly/Bruce for all of your photography needs. We were so fortunate to have found Holly/Bruce through much research and interviewing other photographers in San Diego. Although all of the photographers were great in their own right…Holly and Bruce were the only ones that my wife and I felt the most comfortable with. This aspect cannot be overstated as most people are not comfortable in front of a camera. We knew that Holly/Bruce were the photographers for our wedding when we ended the initial interview session and my wife turned to me and said “that felt like we just visited with old friends we have not seen in a long time”.

Besides the warm, friendly and professionalism of Holly and Bruce…their photographs are phenomenal. How many times have we personally experienced the agony of looking through someone else’s wedding album and either thought to ourselves or even worse…having the bride/groom tell you first hand...if they could do it all over again…they would have budgeted more money or done more research and gone with someone else. My wife and I knew from the very start that wedding photography was a high priority…after all…these photos are going to last a lifetime. After looking at tons of sample wedding albums from all of the photographers we interviewed, the one that stood out from the rest was Holly/Bruce’s.

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Holly was the perfect photographer for our wedding. She is so friendly, nice, and down to earth. She makes you feel very comfortable and her photos are unbelievable. The photos take our breath away everytime we look at them! We love her!

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Holly and Bruce are one of a kind! We never felt uncomfortable while working with them. They are completely professional but know how to make you feel at ease. There was never a question too small nor ask too big that they couldn't help us with. Some photographers push their agenda and make you feel like you have to fit into their mold; Holly and Bruce are the complete opposite. They have ideas ready for you but if you have your own they are flexible and make your ideas work. We sent a full list of pictures we wanted to have and not only did they have no problem with the list, Holly sat down with me and helped organize the order that would work best with the flow we had planned. Additionally, they had the photo request list with them the day of our wedding and crossed off each request to be sure they didn't miss one.

I can't say enough good things about Holly and Bruce, which is not the case with our other wedding vendors by a long shot. Holly and Bruce are very personable and their work is stunning. Lastly, they are SO fast at getting pictures back to you, with great quality. I don't know how they do it and for the great prices they offer. We will be returning customers for years to come.

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Holly and Bruce of Holly Ireland Photography are a great team. During the period of 365 days my husband and I used them for our engagement, Christmas card, and wedding photos. They are very friendly and upbeat. They were prepared and prompt for every meeting with ideas and enthusiasm.

I would recommend Holly Ireland Photography for anyone looking for artistic quality photos that catch the warmth of the subjects personality and the excitement of a once in a lifetime moment. I look back at my photos at least once a week and get all tingly every time. Thank you Holly and Bruce.

Heather Sent on 11/06/2014

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Holly Ireland Potography was our photographer for our October 25 wedding. We couldn't be happier with our decision to hire this amazing duo. They are laid back, very personable, professional, and fun. They became part of the wedding and blended right in.
It has now been less than 2 weeks after our wedding and we already received all of our pictures along with a picture slideshow that we were not expecting. I cannot stop looking at all of our pictures and I think I have said “Oooohhh this one is my favorite” to every picture. They did an amazing job capturing the love, fun, and feel of the whole day. When I talk to guests about the wedding, they mention how great our photographers were (are).
When I started planning, I said that the one thing I would splurge on is the photographer and they were worth every penny plus some. We are both blown away at the remarkable service that Holly Ireland Photography provided for our special day. We, obviously, highly recommend them to everyone!

Jacquelene Sent on 10/28/2014

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We’re not sure there is enough we can say about Holly & Bruce! First off, their energy and their spirit is what drew us to them. We knew that our pictures were going to be one of the most important pieces of our wedding experience and our photographer was going to have to gel with us while simultaneously being true to themselves. It would be the only way we were going to be relaxed and get our best shots. Holly & Bruce not only did that from our very first Skype session, but with each time we spoke we felt more and more like friends. Such wonderful people and AMAZING photographers! Our engagement shoot is what really let us know that Holly & Bruce were for us. They got the pics that work well for any invitation or desk frame but then they also got the shots that were candid and intimate. It was such a blessing to have a two person team to get the best moments and work efficiently. The day of the wedding, Bruce was with the men and Holly was with the ladies and it really was like one of our close friends was taking the pics. No awkward moments and no instances of worry. When we did our first looks, Bruce and Holly captured our most tender moments, like a fly on the wall, and caught every detail, every nuance beautifully! And of course, the ceremony and our family pictures are so special and thoughtful that each time we look at them, we’re reliving the moment all over again (which helps because it happened so fast!). We’re chomping at the bit to send these pictures around for our family and friends. We know this is a lot but we have to convey just how awesome and wonderful Holly & Bruce are and that we highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend them!

Emily Sent on 09/05/2014

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I could not be more thrilled that I found Holly and Bruce to do our wedding photography! They were absolutely amazing to work with, from our very first FaceTime, to our engagement pictures, to the wedding. We were incredibly happy with how all of our pictures turned out and we couldn't have hoped for two more friendly, funny and professional people to be present on our wedding day. They are worth every penny and I would 100% recommend them.

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We got married last weekend and have NOT stopped hearing comments from our guests about how great our photographers were! Holly and Bruce are so fun to be around and if they weren't our wedding photographers I would have wanted them as guests to our wedding!! They are professional and very calm throughout the whole process. They came to our venue early to scout out some great photo spots and were able to keep me and my fiancé apart before the wedding (we didn't have a first look). I recommend Holly Ireland Photography for any of your upcoming events - or if you just want a fun shoot! We will definitely use them again.. possibly once baby #1 arrives!

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Yet another rave review for Holly! She is incredible! Save yourself the time going through other San Diego photographer reviews and hire her now.

Holly and her husband Bruce were our wedding photographers for our January 2014 wedding at the Coronado Community Center. We were planning our wedding with a limited budget and found her pricing to be more than fair. Her communication was excellent throughout the planning process. I do not live in San Diego so we were unfortunately not able to meet in person before the wedding; however we spoke over the phone and through email and I had no doubt that Holly would be the perfect wedding photographer.

On the wedding day, Holly & Bruce arrived on time and got to work right away. Let me say that my husband is not the picture taking kind of guy. Bruce fit in with my husband and all his groomsmen like he'd known them for years and made my husband feel comfortable taking pictures. As for Holly - she is hands down one of the sweetest people I've ever met, so of course we all loved her instantly! A number of our guests that had a chance to talk with Holly and Bruce mentioned just how great they thought both of them were. After our ceremony, Holly and Bruce enthusiastically ran across the street with us to the beach to take pictures in time for sunset.

About a week after our wedding, we had all of our pictures in hand. We were crying tears of joy looking through them! I am soooo not photogenic, so I couldn't believe how good they turned out. Holly and Bruce absolutely exceeded our expectations. If you're planning a wedding in San Diego/ Coronado, you should absolutely hire Holly Ireland Photography!

Nancy Sent on 01/06/2014

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We were so blessed to find Holly for our wedding on such short notice! Not only is her work exceptional but she is such a pleasure to work with. She captured our day perfectly and we will be eternally grateful.

Jenny Sent on 11/12/2013

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My husband and I are so excited to write this review for Holly Ireland Photography, we had a flawless experience from start to finish and could not be any more grateful.
For our engagement photos we wanted half of the time spent in our home and the other half at the beach. The day we picked ended up being a rainy day, but Holly and Bruce came over our place regardless AND offered to do the beach shoot on a different day since it was so yucky outside! They obviously did NOT have to do this for us but this is so incredibly telling of their flexibility and generosity!
On the day of the wedding they were both on time, and looked damn good and professional in their attire  I’m a bit of a pinterest nut and Holly was 100% willing to entertain a few of the ideas I had found. I’ve heard that some photographers can be a bit pretentious or get offended when it comes to “special requests” but again, Holly was super flexible and willing to try anything for us. Aside from that, she and Bruce have such a personal, laid back demeanor that all of the pictures they had set us up for came out so natural and beautiful. They were even great to our guests- I had friends and family telling me how much they enjoyed talking to Holly and Bruce…this really meant a lot!
When we got our pictures back….wow. Just wow. First of all she was extremely quick in getting our pictures to us. Our jaws were pretty much floored the entire time we were looking through the photos. They captured every single moment…every detail…every expression…every emotion. Her photos filled in the moments we were too caught up with everything else to be able to enjoy. Holly’s photo editing is also unmatched. To look at the before/after photos of pictures where she removed unsightly street signs/people/markings on the wall, etc. was awesome. Holly and Bruce are simply masters at what they do and I would recommend them to absolutely anyone who wants their cherished moments captured professionally and beautifully.

Mckenzie Sent on 11/06/2013

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Holly Ireland (along with her husband and assistant Bruce :) captured our wedding in St. Helena, CA. Having met them at a friend's wedding, we knew we were going to get fantastic photos, and we were rewarded immensely by choosing them as our photographers. We felt as though we were not just getting photos taken, we were getting to celebrate and party with them!
Our gorgeous album arrived approximately six weeks after the event (amazing turn-around time), but Holly also made a sleek-peek online slide show that we could share with eager family and friends.
Amazing work, we have photos to cherish from that magical day...

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Holly Ireland photography made my wedding day perfect. Holly and Bruce were so easy to work with from planning, to the day, and through ordering the shots and my wedding album. We knew we were in very capable hands and our pictures came out fantastic.

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First off, our wedding pictures turned out INCREDIBLE!! They far exceeded our expectations and are simply stunning. Holly made them look like they came straight out of a magazine. From the beginning, Holly and her husband, Bruce, made us feel incredible comfortable and really help us shape the vision we wanted for our photos. Holly always responded incredibly quick and we really felt important and well cared for. The day of our wedding went so smooth. Holly did a great job of getting all the pictures we wanted (and more!) while keeping us on schedule. We had so many compliments from everyone about how nice, polite, and professional our photographers were. We simply cannot say enough good things about them and we definitely plan to use Holly in the future for whatever photography needs we have!

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We loved Holly and Bruce!! They did such an amazing job at our wedding! My husband and I felt very comfortable with them. Holly got our pictures to us very quickly after the wedding and we couldn't be be more happy! My sister is getting married next year and had already booked Holly for engagement pics!!!

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Holly was great, I think we found our family photographer for life. Real easy to work with. Holly and Bruce are a great team. We love every photo, we have gotten so many compliments on our wedding photos. We were so blessed to have met them and had them to photograph our Wedding. Overall I can't say enough nice things about them, their photos and their service.

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It was great to have a wedding photographer that not only did beautiful work and provided the most amazing photos that captured out day, but a person that you would want to hang out with anyway. Holly and Bruce were so professional, and they were helpful in keep the whole day on track and keeping everyone relaxed.

Darin Sent on 09/09/2013

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We just saw the first look pics of our wedding and they look absolutely amazing! Holly and Bruce were fantastic to work with and I could not have asked for a better photographer. I would honestly recommend them to anyone I know that is looking. Their pictures are great, they are great people to work with, and they kept us calm and relaxed throughout the process. If you are looking for amazing wedding photography then look no further than Holly Ireland!

Joshua Sent on 07/21/2013

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I love looking at photographs... as long as I am not in them. So, when we came across a portfolio of Holly's work at the Japanese Friendship Garden, we fell in love. The shots were gorgeous! They were everything that a professional photograph should be- natural yet stunning, simple and refined.

After meeting with her, her personality sold us that this was someone we wanted to work with. She is down to earth and positive (which is necessary when neither of the participants likes being in photos) and had a lot of good ideas on how to get great shots in areas we discussed wanting to be photographed.

As the day for our engagement photos got closer, my wife and I grew apprehensive. Neither of us wanted to participate and the only thing that stopped us from postponing was knowing that the jitters wouldn't lessen down the road. Holly introduced us to Bruce, her husband, and they immediately engaged us in conversation which got our minds off the pictures and allowed us to relax.

The pictures turned out incredibly and both of us laughed about how easy and painless the session was. Our wedding was a similar experience. Having Holly and Bruce there to talk us through shots and discuss life made for a positive in an area that both of us had major concerns about. In fact, at the wedding, it was like having another set of guests to celebrate with us. (I even made them take a song off so they could dance to the beat they were both swaying to.)

I have never loved photographs more and the people who took them were nice, friendly, professional and warm.

Holly will be the first call we make if we need professional photographs... and possibly if we are throwing a friendly get together.

Jennifer Sent on 02/26/2013

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As we started planning our wedding, we knew we wanted to invest in a great photographer that not only took beautiful pictures but someone who would also make us and our wedding guest feel comfortable in front of the camera.After contacting Holly we were impressed right away.She took so much time to talk with us and always contacted us promptly to answer any questions we had.
Once the wedding day arrived, Holly and her husband Bruce were completely prepared and so professional with everything. They made everyone feel so at ease while taking pictures. Holly even made sure that my hair and makeup stayed fresh looking and would help with touch-ups when they were needed. At the reception,Holly had my husband and I go outside at sunset for pictures. Her timing with the sunset was impeccable and there were so many great shots.

Besides the incredible service we received prior to and the day of the wedding, the pictures that we got were so amazing that they were beyond words! So many great moments between my husband and I, family and friends were captured. The sunset pictures were out of this world!! I knew Holly was incredible at capturing a beautiful sunset in photos, but honestly, it was above and beyond what I anticipated :). We couldn't be more pleased with everything that Holly and her husband Bruce did for us. I would strongly recommend them to any bride that is looking for incredible photography and an absolutely fun team to work with!

Tricia Sent on 01/25/2013

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I had the pleasure of working with Holly when she photographed my wedding on the beach. Not only were the pictures amazing, but Holly is so creative and so professional that it was a joy to work with her. She makes you so comfortable and puts you at ease, and that shows through in the pictures. I absolutely loved the photographs and the whole experience! :) I would highly recommend her to anyone!

Joelle Sent on 01/21/2013

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Holly and Bruce were a great team. They made everyone feel comfortable and captured beautiful moments of our wedding. It was a pleasure working with them.

Sarah Sent on 01/19/2013

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Our wedding photos are Absolutely Spectacular! They both did such an amazing job! They had us go to Balboa for photos, and the tourists at Balboa kept asking if we were models, they even asked if my wife was Nicole Riche. That's how good they are! We plan to use them for years to come! If you need wedding photos, go with them! We simply couldn't have asked for anything better!

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Holly and Bruce were wonderful! They were so nice and professional, and we had fun taking the pictures. Most importantly, we loved every single photo they took, and that is a miracle considering that my husband hates photos! Thank you so much Holly and Bruce, I would recommend your services to everyone!
Lance and Lexi Ellis

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Our wedding day would not have been so perfect if Holly and Bruce hadn't been there!!! Holly was the most fabulous photographer I could have ever imagined!! As soon as she arrived I felt like I had known her for years:) She took so many memorable pictures before and during our ceremony and as soon as the sun started to set Holly and Bruce made such a GREAT team and gave us THE BEST sunset pictures that I now have hanging all over my living room to show off their great work!! We still look at all our wedding pictures and think to ourselves, "what a perfect wedding day!!" We almost decided not to look for a photographer, but since a good friend suggested we should have one and suggested Holly 100% we changed our minds:) SOOOOOO happy we did! Holly and Bruce blessed us with their smiles and work on our wedding day! We highly recommend anyone who needs a photographer choose Holly and Bruce!!

Holly & Bruce:,) Thank you again for all our memories you've captured with your gift of photography!!!

Carol & Luke

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Holly and Bruce where amazing! Holly did our engagement photos and we felt so comfortable and loved the photos! We decided to use Holly and Bruce for our wedding and they exceeded our expectations. The photos are amazing and our wedding album is to die for!

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I absolutely loved having Holly as our wedding photographer. We felt completely comfortable around her and her husband Bruce, they're really awesome people. Our family and friends adored them, and the pictures turned out phenomenal. I can't recommended Holly enough, and can't wait to use her for more events!

Heidi Sent on 01/07/2013

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My husband and I were thrilled to have found Holly and Bruce as our wedding photographers. Just meeting them we knew they were the ideal photograhers we were searching for. We got the sense commitment, professionalism and the creativity that wedding photographers should have. They were more than flexable with us and such a joy to work with. Holly and Bruce were able to provide quality and memorable photos of our special day. Your wedding photographers are with you for an entire day from changing into your dress until you wave everyone off goodbye and they would be the ideal pair to have a part of your day. Having a responsive and creative photographer around made for the most beautiful and memorable photos. Our photographers were one of the highlights of our wedding and we have received a lot of compliments from our family, friends, and even our caterer about how fantastic they were. I am eager to use Holly and Bruce for our family photos in the future.

Kelsey Sent on 01/07/2013

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I would recommend Holly Ireland Photography to every bride to be! Holly and Bruce are a great team. They make you feel comfortable, beautiful and they are a ton of fun! My photo's are absolutely stunning! I will be using them for any future events I want captured.

Michaelle Sent on 01/07/2013

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Holly and Bruce are phenomenal people and represent excellence in every way! Holly does outstanding work and is the most flexible person I know in this field. Their kindness and sensitivity on the day of the wedding made my entire family feel a part of my special day. They are great to work with and produce quality work that anyone would be proud to share! Mrs. Michaelle Knight

Edie Sent on 11/01/2013

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Holly and Bruce are such incredible photographers to work with not only on the day of the event, but leading up to the event and post event. They are so friendly and warm, it truly makes being photographed a fun experience. They captured the personalities of our guests and the feel of the event so beautifully. Danny and I could not be more thrilled with the wedding album we had Holly create for us, she chose the images and layout, it is perfect. We would highly recommend them to anyone for engagement, wedding or any special moments that need to be captured with joy.

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