AUTHENTIC with a STYLISH take on storytelling that makes your WEDDING DAY LOOK AS INCREDIBLE AS IT FELT
YOUR WEDDING DAY is going to be EPIC!
It will be filled with real moments, raw emotions, and an electric atmosphere of love and fun you'll never want to end—I’m here to capture it all with a blend of artistry, authenticity, great energy and stress free vibes.
My APPROACH?
Tell the story of your day in a way that’s fun, natural, and real. I capture all the moments of your day, with a refined and artful approach. Every image will be infused with the emotion and energy of your wedding day.
My STYLE? I mix a documentary-style, candid approach with an artistic, editorial and romantic edge. Creating bold, timeless images. My focus is on capturing moments with energy, style and an effortless feel, I'll help position and stylize to make sure you look your best but I promise no stiff poses!
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Associate Photographers
We have outstanding associate photographers that we can bring to your wedding. Having a second photographer means even more amazing moments get captured. Our photographers help cover multiple angles of key moments, making sure nothing is missed. It also means a more complete story of your day, with extra candid shots and different perspectives. Plus, it adds an extra layer of backup and makes everything run more smoothly, so you can just enjoy the moment while we take care of the rest!
MODERN, DYNAMIC and AUTHENTICALLY YOU!
Wedding photography with PASSION and STYLE.
And what should you expect on the wedding?
We will create a personally designed photo timeline for your day. We will work with you to figure out the perfect amount of time to create your photos. Just soak in every moment and we will make sure your day feels effortless and you look stunning in your photos.
"Tim was truly one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. From the moment he arrived, he brought such a fun, positive energy — exactly what you want on a day that’s already full of emotions. Every single photo he took is stunning. He captured all the big moments beautifully, but also the little ones — the laughter, the happy tears, the quiet in-betweens — things I didn’t even realize were happening in the moment."
-Brooke
As a dedicated and experienced San Diego wedding photographer with over 500 weddings I understand the tiny details of capturing your wedding. Entrusting me to not only document your wedding but also to create a fun, comfortable and relaxed atmosphere will give you peace of mind and just let you soak in your wedding day.
Let's work together!
Check out a slideshow to see how we cover a wedding.
Your wedding day is one of the most meaningful and unforgettable moments of your life, and your photographs should reflect every bit of that magic.
Step 2: Secure Your Date
Once you’re ready to move forward, I’ll send over a contract and invoice. A signed contract and a retainer officially reserve your wedding date on my calendar! Easy peasy.
Step 3: Wedding Prep & Magic Happens
Leading up to your wedding, I’ll help with setting up the engagement session and location ideas, photo timelines for the wedding day and a shot list to ensure a smooth experience on your day. I’ll be there to capture and preserve everything from the big moments to the little details, ensuring your wedding day story is beautifully told and cherished for a lifetime.
Every wedding is unique and I would love to hear more about your celebration! We can go thru email or I think the best way is thru a phone call. Having a conversation helps me understand what's most important to you on your wedding day and a call allows me to explain the options, answer your questions directly and even offer guidance on how to maximize coverage with your desired investment.
email timottosd@gmail.com or tim@timotto.com Cell-619-995-2609
Contact me for more info or set up a phone chat I promise a no pressure conversation!
All my packages can be customized!
Packages start at $2500.00
WE ALSO OFFER A LA CARTE AND DISCOUNT WEEKDAY PRICING
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ADD On's:
Beautiful Custom Designed Wedding Albums!
About Tim:
Originally from Pasadena, but San Diego stole my heart when I moved there for college. I earned my degree in photography and graphics arts from SDSU, and that's where my passion for capturing people truly began.
Wedding photography became my calling. There is something magical about documenting a day full of love, laughter, and the energy of a packed dance floor. With over 500 weddings captured I’ve seen it all and it's been an honor to capture all those amazing moments.
I love cooking, music, dogs, The Padres, deep sea fishing, exploring new foodie spots and enjoying great coffee. Landscape photography fuels my love for road trips and traveling to exotic destinations-of course with my camera.
The Portfolio
San Diego Wedding Photographer
My name is Tim Otto and and I photograph San Diego weddings, engagement sessions and portraits. I also photograph a few destination weddings each year. I am fortunate to find my passion in life and I put my heart and soul into my photographs. I specialize in capturing moments, emotions and the relationships with family and friends. I want to create photographs that will be more beautiful than you dreamed they would be. My photographs have been described as dynamic, artistic, romantic, emotional, editorial, intimate, unique, elegant and exquisite.
Some of my favorite locations to photograph in San Diego and its
surrounding areas are:
Hotel del Coronado, Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Estancia Hotel and
Resort, Omni La Costa Resort, The Lodge at Torrey Pines, The
Catamaran, Torrey Pines Hilton, Loews Coronado, Twin Oaks Garden
Club, Darlington House, The US Grant, Scripps Seaside Forum, Hard
Rock Hotel, Westgate Hotel, L'Auberge Del Mar, Mt. Woodson Castle, The
Ultimate Skybox, The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Bernardo Inn,
Bernardo Winery, Powerhouse Del Mar, La Jolla Woman’s Club,
Immaculata, St. Therese of Carmel, Our Lady of the Rosary, St. Gregory
the Great, Founders Chapel, St. James Church, Museum of Contemporary
Art, The Crosby, La Valencia, Bahia Hotel, Manchester Hyatt, Rancho
Valencia, Coronado Community Center, The Brick, The Grand Tradition,
The Prado Balboa Park, Japanese Garden, La Jolla Beach and Tennis
Club, The Crossings at Carlsbad, Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, The
Dana on Mission Bay, Marine Room, El Cortez, Leo Carrillo Ranch, Quail
Botanical Gardens, Coasterra.
Temecula Wedding Photographer
Temecula is home to many great wineries. The breathtaking views, rolling
vineyards and old oak wine barrels create a rustic, old-world feel. Here are
some of my favorites:
Europa Village, Falkner Winery, Leoness Cellars, Thornton Winery, Ponte
Family Estate Winery, Callaway Vineyard and Winery, Wilson Creek
Winery, Monte De Oro Winery
Orange County Wedding Photographer
I travel throughout Southern California to photograph events, and Orange
County is conveniently located just up the road. There are many amazing
venues in OC, including:
The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, Seven Degrees, St. Regis Monarch
Beach, Montage Laguna Beach, Surf and Sand Resort, The Resort at
Pelican Hill, The Waterfront Beach Resort A Hilton Hotel, Fairmont
Newport Beach, The Ranch Laguna Beach.
Engagement Wedding Photographer
Engagement sessions are typically scheduled 4-8 months before the
wedding date and are a great opportunity for us to work together before
the wedding. A session usually lasts from 1-3 hours. We will visit a couple
of locations that are meaningful to you, or I have some favorite places I
can recommend. Engagement portraits are usually informal, but
oftentimes clients will bring a couple different outfits to create different
looks, both casual and dressy. Some of my favorite locations are:
Windansea Beach in La Jolla, La Jolla Cove, Balboa Park, Little Italy,
Coronado Centennial Park, Downtown Gaslamp, Del Mar Beach.
Portrait Wedding Photographer
I enjoy documenting every stage of my clients’ lives, from the engagement
portrait to the wedding album to when they start their own families. All of
my wedding couples automatically become part of our lifetime portrait
program, which includes no-session fees for all portraits in the future.
These could include Maternity Photos, Newborn Photos, Holiday
Family Portraits or a 3-Generation Portrait for display in your home. I
specialize in creating custom artwork and firmly believe that photographs
do not belong on flash drives or computers but in albums and on living
room walls. I want to create heirloom art pieces that will be treasured and
pass down through generations of your family.