71 We are Nate and Amanda, the founders and creative directors. Living between our desert home in Joshua Tree, the bustle of LA, and our 1972 Chevy camper with our daughter. Capturing real stories of love and adventure in the heart of California.
The Shalom Imaginative Photographer
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We cannot recommend the Shalom Imaginative enough! Nate was amazing to work with! He was incredibly responsive before the wedding, helped us create a schedule for the day, and captured our day the way it naturally unfolded (no stuffy or posed photos) and the pictures are GORGEOUS. Nate was very kind and made us feel comfortable, which is not easy for 2 people who are camera shy. If you’re on the fence JUST BOOK. Cannot thank them enough for the perfect photos of our wedding day that felt like us 100%.
NATE IS AMAZING!!!! We are beyond thrilled with our photos (both rehearsal dinner and wedding) and Nate was a total joy to work with. He was incredibly conscientious, respectful, professional, and easy to be around from our first FaceTime meeting to our wedding weekend. He also provided some helpful vendor recommendations from having lived & worked in the Joshua Tree area. Many of our wedding guests specifically commented on how comfortable they felt around him, and how cool he was. As a queer couple, our photographer having a warm & open energy was really important to us! And we are thrilled with all our our photos! They feel truly genuine to who we are and the event we held. Thank you so much, Nate!!! You're a gem!! <3
Photos with SOUL. We hired Nate from Shalom Imaginative for our Wedding up in Napa Valley and he and Caroline were an incredible team for our special day.
They did such an amazing job putting us all at ease with their low profile, and easy going nature. Their style is non-invasive but also they will also advocate for a special moment to capture a really cool shot. I really didn't want my wedding to feel like a giant photoshoot and their photo journalist style was exactly what we were looking for.
Our wedding was off grid at a non-commercial venue, and Nate was kind enough to meet us on the property the day before to scout locations and make sure that we had all the right spots for our photos. He made beautiful choices that really helped with the flow for the day.
We got preview images just a few days after our wedding which was the perfect way to spend the first day of our honeymoon. Re-living every moment from our wedding. We absolutely LOVE our wedding photos. If you book with Shalom Imaginative. You'll be in really good hands. :)
They did such an amazing job putting us all at ease with their low profile, and easy going nature. Their style is non-invasive but also they will also advocate for a special moment to capture a really cool shot. I really didn't want my wedding to feel like a giant photoshoot and their photo journalist style was exactly what we were looking for.
Our wedding was off grid at a non-commercial venue, and Nate was kind enough to meet us on the property the day before to scout locations and make sure that we had all the right spots for our photos. He made beautiful choices that really helped with the flow for the day.
We got preview images just a few days after our wedding which was the perfect way to spend the first day of our honeymoon. Re-living every moment from our wedding. We absolutely LOVE our wedding photos. If you book with Shalom Imaginative. You'll be in really good hands. :)
The Shalom Imaginative are EXCELLENT photographers for any event or occasion! From the start, Nate and his team made my fiancé and I feel we were in good hands for our wedding day. They are friendly, professional and answered all our questions quickly throughout the process. Our photographer for the day was Igor. He was fun to have around and also delivered amazing photos in a big way! We were so happy with how our photos turned out that we bought two photo albums afterwards (one for us and one to gift to my mother in law). We are so happy we went with the Shalom Imaginative for our big day and highly recommend them to anyone in need of photographers!
The Shalom Imaginative was incredible for photographing our wedding. We can’t recommend them enough!! Igor was our photographer and he was wonderful. We are so happy with our photos. Highly recommend getting the film photos taken as well, some of those were my absolute favorite shots from the wedding.
We received our pictures and loved the results. On the day of the wedding, Nate was great in communicating what he needed, and what we wanted on last-minute changes. Everything turned on great as we expected from their portfolio and highly recommend them!
HIRE THEM!!! The Shalom Imaginative went above and beyond to capture our wedding day the exact way we wanted on both film and digital. From their instagram account and website galleries we immediately knew that we wanted to hire them, we didn't reach out to anyone else. We actually didn't meet Vanessa until the morning of our wedding but it wasn't a problem at all -- she was immediately so warm, professional, and chill and just fit right in with everyone. Before the ceremony itself, we had a massive getting ready party with the brides-and-grooms-people all present, plus both of our families. Vanessa effortlessly captured everyone and everything even though it was just her shooting throughout the whole day. Vanessa rolled with all last-minute changes and on-the-fly pivots like a true professional. We got our preview just 2 days after our wedding which was such a gift. And the final results were better than we even expected: relaxed, candid, artistic, natural and totally us.
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Your work speaks for itself, and your happy customers speak louder. The Wezoree Couples' Reviews Award is designed to appreciate and acknowledge the vendors that consistently exceed couples' expectations. The award is tiered based on the number of positive reviews you receive from couples: 5 Reviews Award: Earned after receiving 5 positive reviews. These awards demonstrate your commitment to your craft and the level of satisfaction you provide to your clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average price for The Shalom Imaginative wedding photography services?
$7000
What avaliable photography services that can be provided by The Shalom Imaginative?
The Shalom Imaginative offers the following photography services: Post-wedding Photoshoot, Destination / Travel, Engagement Parties, Wedding Portraits, Proposals, Elopement, Bride-only Session
What primary photography style does The Shalom Imaginative identify with?
The Shalom Imaginative works in the following photography styles: Fine Art, Natural, Editorial, Vintage, Artistic, Documentary, Dramatic, Lifestyle, Modern, Black and White, Dark & Moody, Landscape, Illustrative
Which wedding events does The Shalom Imaginative service?
The Shalom Imaginative provides photography services for the following events: Wedding
What percentage of users recommend The Shalom Imaginative and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
The Shalom Imaginative 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.
Vendor Insight
As a cherished member of the Los Angeles wedding scene, The Shalom Imaginative stands out as a gifted photography vendor known for encapsulating the essence of matrimony through its lens. Garnering a Wezoree Award and ringing endorsements from a suite of satisfied couples, this vendor caters a wide array of photography services, including post-wedding shoots, engagements, and uniquely tailored bride-only sessions.
The Shalom Imaginative’s portfolio boasts a diverse range of photography styles—from the invigorating simplicity of natural light to the nostalgic echoes of vintage and the profound depths of black and white imagery. The team’s artistic versatility exhibits a profound ability to adapt to the personal style and ambiance of each couple's special day, ensuring that every cherished moment is captured with authenticity and finesse.
Delving into the testimonials, the common thread weaving through the experiences of clients like Isabel and Anthony is the sheer professionalism and warmth of the team. Isabel’s account of her wedding day praises the attentive and adaptive nature of photographer Vanessa, who managed to encapsulate both the big picture and intricate details solo, while Anthony highlights the effective communication and satisfactory execution of last-minute changes by Nate.
Further reviews from clients like Amanda and Marcelo testify to The Shalom Imaginative’s talent for not just meeting, but exceeding, expectations. Amanda cherishes the film photos taken by Igor, noting them as favorites, and Marcelo expresses his happiness with the final photo collection, emphasizing the team’s promptness and friendly service.
Kaitlin’s narrative about her Napa Valley wedding echoes the others, painting a picture of a photographer team that blends professional acumen with a passion for capturing the soulful moments that tell a story. Kaitlin appreciates the non-invasive yet dedicated approach to securing the perfect shot, spotlighting Nate and Caroline's ability to ease the wedding party whilst ensuring the fluidity of their special day.
The Shalom Imaginative does more than merely document an event; they craft a visual legacy—one that embraces a spectrum of cultural and traditional contexts within the American and European Christian frameworks. This commitment to capturing the essence of each individual love story makes The Shalom Imaginative a premier choice for couples in Los Angeles, offering unrivaled expertise in translating ephemeral joy into everlasting keepsakes.
