Abel PadillaPhotography
Bride in a white lace gown and veil walking across a foggy golden hillside in warm light

Abel Padilla Photography

Cinematic wedding
photography.

Southern California + beyond

Enjoy your day. I’ll help you pose when you need it and catch the real moments as they happen.

Here’s how it works

01 — See the work

Real love. Real moments.

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Close portrait of Katherine and Colin kissing beneath her veil, Katherine & Colin wedding
Katherine & Colin
Bride centered in a sunlit grand hallway with arched ceilings, wearing a white lace dress and sheer veil and holding a small bouquet, looking softly toward the camera, Crystal & Joey wedding
Crystal & Joey
Ashley and Sean walking down the aisle in a celebratory mood as guests applaud their union in a sun-drenched, pergola-shaded garden, Ashley & Sean wedding
Ashley & Sean
Couple dancing on the beach at sunset, twirling in the warm orange light, Anna & Brian couples session
Anna & Brian
Abel Padilla in a charcoal three-piece suit standing confidently on an outdoor dirt path, smiling warmly in soft natural light

02 — Meet your photographer

Hi, I’m Abel.

I take wedding photos in Southern California. Feel shy in front of the camera? That’s okay. I’ll help you feel at ease. I work in Temecula, San Diego, Orange County, and Riverside County. I can travel for your wedding, too.

Read my story

03 — How it works

Four simple steps.

From our first chat to your finished photos, I’ll keep each step clear and easy.

See each step

  1. 01

    We talk

    Tell me your plans and what matters most to you.

  2. 02

    We plan

    We make time for photos so you can enjoy your day.

  3. 03

    You get married

    I help you pose and catch the real smiles, hugs, and happy tears.

  4. 04

    You get your photos

    I edit your photos and send you a private link to view and share them.

04 — Choose your package

Wedding packages.

See what’s included

Collection I

The Essential

5 hours

$1,500

For small weddings. Beautiful photos of the moments that matter most.

Ask about The Essential

Collection IIMost booked

The Signature

8 hours

$2,100

Photos from the start of your day through all the big moments.

Ask about The Signature

Collection III

The Premiere

8 hours + engagement session

$3,000

A photo session before your wedding, plus photos of your whole wedding day.

Ask about The Premiere

05 — Good to know

When should we book?

Most couples ask 9 to 18 months before their wedding. Is your date sooner? Ask me. It may still be open.

Do you travel?

Yes! I take wedding photos across Southern California. I can travel for your wedding, too.

Will you help us pose?

Yes. I’ll show you what to do, then let you relax and be yourselves.

Do you take photos at small weddings?

Yes! I love small weddings, even when it’s just the two of you.

Couple holding each other on the rocks as the sun sets over the ocean

Your day. Your people. Your story.

Send me your wedding date. I’ll let you know if it’s open.

06 — Let’s talk

Check your date.

This takes about a minute. I read each message and usually reply within a day.

951-691-6053abel.d.padilla@gmail.com
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