Photographer in Ventura and Santa Barbara, California.

Professional Wedding, Portrait and Headshot Photography.

Photography is both an art and science, beyond the skills necessary with the camera, and a long list of photographic equipment as well as an understanding of how to use light both broad and sublime, great photographers need an artistic eye and the ability to be creative under pressure. As one of the top professional Photographers in Southern California. Daniel Colegrove has developed these visual senses and skills. Shooting in a style more like a fashion photographer than a portrait photographer, he "sketches" with the camera, capturing the subtle nuances of feelings and emotions present in every person or event he photographs. Artistic and talented but flexible and relaxed, shooting in a broad range of styles, Daniel has photographed weddings and events as well as studio and location headshots for actors in Ventura and Santa Barbara, County since 1984.

Santa Barbara and Ventura County Wedding Photography, Headshot and Portrait Photographer.

Wedding Photographer I love photographing weddings. No need to say “smile”. No need to wait for an emotion-filled shot. The abundance of joy, tears, laughter and dancing makes wedding photography both pleasant and satisfying. Documentary Photojournalism, Candid and Classic Wedding Photography in Ventura and Santa Barbara, California. Photographing weddings in both documentary photojournalist and classic romantic style. Having a background as a photojournalist as well as s studio and editorial photographer I also create stunning formal event photographs and studio or on location engagement photos. I have photographed weddings and events in Ventura, Santa Barbara and Los Angeles, California for more than 25 years. All wedding photography packages include all the images in the original medium (film negatives or digital files) for you to keep and share with family and friends.

Commercial and Theatrical Headshot Photography Technically the most important part of any headshot is that it must actually look like you however, in an industry as competitive as this Your Headshot must be absolutely stunning and convey your look and personality at only a glance. The thing is though this image cannot be created in only "a glance". Unlike the L.A. and Hollywood "Headshot Mills" I take the time to work with you to draw you out in front of the camera in order capture this elusive quality that is You... Your Look... Your Style... Your energy to present in an 8X10 that my have only a split second to capture it's viewers attention. The headshot is an actors visual calling card. Most successful actors get hundreds of headshots over the course of their career. Why?.. The headshot must 'work' it must get you called in for an audition. If it doesn’t get you called...then it’s not working.

Portrait Photographer Creating images that will captivate the observer for years to come. Portrait photography will capture a person's facial demeanor, but it doesn't stop there. It’s more than shooting a picture, it's the art of capturing the feeling and emotion. I strive to photograph not just what you look like, but who you are. I enjoy photographing people immensely. The progression from photojournalism, to wedding photography to headshots, then portrait photographer was a natural one for me. I see beauty in people and have photographed them at their best and most challenging moments.

Model Portfolio and Fashion Photography High quality photography is crucial for models. Your portfolio is the first impression on clients and future employers, it will determine the quality, type and amount of work you get modeling professionally. Professional Portfolio Photographer for models. Fashion, Commercial, Product, Print and Editorial model photography. Publicity, Press Shots and Promotional Photos. Editorial Photographer Professional photography for Magazine, Annual Report, Advertising, Promotional Materials, Illustration, Fashion and photographic art. Visual Communication. Event Photographer, live music, concerts, corporate and private parties, award ceremonies. As a photographer with a background in Photojournalism, Dramatic Still Photography and fashion, well suited and equipped. From camera to post production. Re-creating in print the drama, excitement and emotion of your event.

Photographers service is available without travel fees in all of Ventura County including Camarillo, Ojai, Thousand Oaks, Santa Paula, Port Hueneme and Oxnard. Simi Valley and Moorpark, California. Also in Santa Barbara, California and surrounding cities including Isla Vista, Goleta, Carpinteria (Carpentaria) and Montecito and in Los Angeles County including Santa Monica, Malibu, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills and Newbury Park. Photographer is available in all of California and for Destination Weddings and location photography assignments at reasonable rates.

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