High school graduate wearing a blue suit standing in the middle of Joshua Trees in a desert preserve.

 

reviews

Kind words from our amazing clients

We feel truly honored to work with so many incredible individuals and families. Here are a few kind words that reflect the care and dedication we pour into every client experience.

Testimonials

Woman sitting in front of a white library with beautiful architecture, wearing a flowing white dress and cowboy boots smiling softly.

Rose

milestone birthday

 

“So much fun shooting these to celebrate! This is your sign to book that photo shoot! With @818.films!”

Family of six standing on a wood bridge surrounded with a desert terrain and joshua trees, smiling and holding onto each other.

the luera family

family portrait

 

“Elias is a phenomenal photographer who exhibited great professionalism resulting in outstanding pictures. He is very accommodating and patient with children during the shoots. Elias was able to capture each of my kids personality in which I’m so grateful. Our pictures came out beautifully! The photo quality is outstanding, and I highly recommend Elias for anyone looking for a reliable photographer.”

Couple embracing while holding their two small dogs, smiling, standing under a pier with the waves of the ocean receding behind them.

stoney m.

couples portrait

 

“My pictures came out so beautiful I love them and especially because my baby boys were in it, makes it more special. Shout out to @818.films for making this happen and for taking his time to come and drive all the way to Ventura I am so blessed I got to meet you. And happy that I found someone I could count on if I ever need my pictures taken.”

Family of four holding hands standing next to one another, the glow of the sun illuminating them from behind with a warm desert background.

The Leon Family

family portrait

 

“By far some of the best pictures we have taken. He really worked with my children and was super patient.”

 

Girl in a blue quinceañera dress posing near a lake before her celebration, sunlight reflecting off the water and highlighting her gown.
Girl in a blue quinceañera dress walking down a path towards the sunset with the warm glow illuminating her dress.
Girl in a blue quinceañera dress posing near a lake before her celebration, sunlight reflecting off the water and highlighting her gown.
Close up of customized blue Nike Air Jordans that have been bedazzled to give the shoes a beautiful shine that dances in the light.
Grand entrance of the birthday girl led out hand in hand with her father wearing his dress blues.
Surprise choreographed dance of the quinceañera court with the four chambelans on one knee with the birthday girl standing in the middle.
Mother daughter dance illuminated by spark machines with all guests seated surrounding them as they dance in the middle.
Side view of the quinceañera girl staring happily off in the distance.
Three tier grand white cake decorated carefully with different hues of blue and white roses.
Faux flower bouquet made from satin ribbon that is blue and white to match the quinceañera theme and dress with rhinestone embellishments.

ATHENA’S QUINCEAÑERA


“Omg I can not express how much I love the photos of my daughters quinceañera. Elias you did an amazing job! They are beautiful. Will for sure book in the future!“

-Eneriz Family

Pregnant mom in a white two-piece outfit with orange floral patterns standing on a sunlit beach during a daytime maternity session.
“Thank you So much! I love them omg, now i have some memorable photos of this pregnancy.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sirena | Maternity session
Side profile of a High school graduate wearing a blue suit standing off to the side on a bridge near Joshua Trees in a desert preserve.

BALL FAMILY | GRAD PORTRAIT

“We received absolutely phenomenal pictures with a quick turn around time (less than a week). We were so happy with the photo shoot. Elias has an almost magical way of directing and adjusting himself for the task at hand! We will definitely book future shoots for other special occasions.”