Doug Miranda Photography

We cannot recommend Doug enough for wedding photography. Our wedding pictures are the most beautiful pictures we ever could have imagined that perfectly captured our special day. Doug was so kind, fun, easy to work with, and professional. He knew our venue well and used that experience to get us the best pictures possible. Doug also got us our preview pictures and even our full wedding album back incredibly quickly. We had the absolute best time with Doug both at our wedding and for our engagement pictures. We were lucky enough to have his wife be the second photographer at our wedding, and she was also amazing. If you are looking for the perfect wedding photographer, look no further. Book Doug immediately!

We are so glad we hired Doug as our wedding photographer. He was professional, catered to our requests, and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. Communication was timely and clear. He’s friendly, easy to talk to, and a pleasure to work with. He did a great job capturing both the little moments and more formal portraits. We definitely recommend Doug.

We worked with Doug for both our engagement shoot as well as actual wedding day, and trusting him with these special moments was the BEST decision! A picture speaks a thousand words so we've uploaded one of the incredible shots that Doug took during our mountaintop wedding in Tahoe for you to experience his magic. This is just one example of the many breathtaking gems he captured for us on both occasions. Doug has an incredible eye for lighting, and we're so glad we followed his lead on which locations/landscapes would look great in photos. Given the length of his experience in the industry, he also has strong depth in his range and we had so much diversity in angles and poses in our photos. We were worried we would be awkward at posing since we've not done professional photoshoots before, but Doug was so warm and his style put us at ease as he gave great direction on how to move for the camera. Prior to our wedding day, he also made sure to get a list of family members + poses to capture and executed flawlessly on making sure all these shots were captured; we're so grateful for his professionalism and kindness. Additionally, he turned around our photos very quickly. We highly recommend working with Doug!

Working with Doug Miranda was the best! I found him by googling photographers that worked at our wedding venue (Sequoia Mansion in Placerville) and we liked the kind of shots that came up. My groom and I secured his services at the end of November for our wedding at the start of April. We were of course stressed with the holidays, then the wedding planning, plus our very busy lives. We felt bad, constantly being slow to respond but he was so very patient with us, helpful with reminders but also keeping emails short and sweet. We also loved that he had a special for a free engagement session but of course we needed reminding, flexibility with scheduling, and ideas for where/how to do it. I knew I wanted nature in the photos since our wedding would be mostly indoors and he gave us some suggestions and encouraged us to take a look at some specific spots and get back to him. He had the perfect spots in mind, and at the engagement session we got to really know who are photographer was, professional but also really cool and relaxed. He had great poses and notes for us and yet somehow made it feel very natural for us. In the end he got some great shots, in color, in black&white, up close, further away, sweet and loving, and yet also showing us surrounded by all that nature was putting on display. After doing this session, I knew he would be great at the wedding and he was. And just a couple more check-ins, he was there, capturing photos we wanted and didn't even know we wanted, with the people we were sharing it all with. We love the photos and we highly recommend Doug Miranda as your photographer for both your engagement photos and your wedding photos!

Doug exceeded all our expectations!! He was extremely professional, made us so comfortable, and did an amazing job capturing our wedding day. We had Doug photograph our first look at the Sacramento World Peace Rose Garden and our whole ceremony and reception at the Firehouse Restaurant in October 2023. He did an amazing job capturing everything that we asked for and more. We can't say enough about how easy Doug made our wedding day. He was always in sync with our other vendors at the Firehouse, and he worked with all our family members and guests perfectly. We would definitely recommend Doug to any couple looking for a photographer. - Jake & Katie

Working with Doug for our wedding was an absolute delight. His vibrant energy and approachable nature created a relaxed atmosphere that perfectly complemented the joyous occasion. He effortlessly blended into the festivities, capturing candid moments that truly reflected the essence of our celebration. In the face of unexpected delays in our schedule, Doug displayed remarkable patience and professionalism. His adaptability ensured that every significant moment was beautifully documented, showcasing his dedication to delivering top-notch service. We highly recommend Doug to anyone in search of a wedding photographer who not only captures breathtaking images but also contributes to the positive and unforgettable atmosphere of the day.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Doug for our wedding, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. From the engagement shoot to the delivery of the final wedding photos, every aspect of our interaction was marked by professionalism, creativity, and a genuine passion for capturing the essence of our special day. Doug's portfolio spoke volumes about his talent, but it was the personalized touch the brought to our wedding that truly set him apart. Every shot felt thoughtfully composed, capturing not just the moments but the emotions that made our day unique. Communication was seamless throughout the entire process. Doug was attentive to our wishes and offered valuable suggestions, creating a collaborative atmosphere that put us at ease. Not only did Doug deliver breathtaking photos, but he also demonstrated a level of professionalism that made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. His commitment to excellence was apparent from start to finish. In addition, he exhibited a warm and friendly demeanor that made working with him seamless. If you're searching for a photographer who goes above and beyond to capture the magic of your special day, Doug is the artist you've been looking for. I wholeheartedly recommend him. Thank you, Doug, for making our wedding unforgettable!

Doug Miranda photographed our wedding day. He arrived prepared & passionate. He was extremely skillful in assessing how & where to capture our photos. Doug was extremely nice & easy going. He was considerate of our culture & ensured my husband & I were comfortable. He went above & beyond in capturing candid photos. His work is high quality & service is excellent. He worked really well with all of our vendors. My husband & I are are so thankful to have had him on our wedding day.

Doug is super friendly, enthusiastic, and responsive. We weren't able to take our engagement photos with him due to being out of the country for the year leading up to the wedding, so I was nervous that we didn't get a change to "get to know eachother". Well, that didn't matter. Like most normal people, we weren't super comfortable being in front of the camera all day, but Doug gave subtle guidance when needed ("put your hand in your pocket", "check your posture", "relax :)") and I think that really helped. He was everywhere yet no where at the same time- he managed to capture so many amazing shots, many of which I didn't even realize were being photographed until he sent us the final photos (literally 10 days later!). He was also very helpful in finalizing our timeline, as I figured he had a good idea of as a photographer how long the getting ready photos take, how long we would need for our vows on a hilltop nearby, and when we needed to be pulled away for golden hour.

Doug was the absolute best photographer we could have ever asked for! He was super relaxed and helpful during both our engagement and wedding shoots. He was great at telling us what to do and where to be, all while having a great energy. The photos came out better than we can imagine. He totally knew what to do for every event at the wedding and also knew our venue very well. Cannot recommend Doug enough!

What an absolute joy to work with Doug for our SF engagement and Napa wedding photos! He was so accommodating and made us feel at ease the whole time. We felt like we could be ourselves throughout the photo shoots and he caught some amazing pics as a result. Super prompt with communications and the turnaround for our wedding photos was extremely quick. Highly recommend Doug for engagement and wedding photos.

Doug is such an amazing photographer to work with, he was so understanding about my vision and super flexible when we had to reschedule. He captured everything that I wanted and more, and I couldn't possibly recommend him enough! I'll definitely be using him again in the future!!

Wonderful photographer, on time with a smile ! Pictures are more beautiful then I expected! Highly recommend!

We absolutely loved having Doug as our photographer! Our pictures turned out amazing, and he got them back to us only a week after our wedding!

Doug was an amazing photographer; he exceeded our expectations at our May 27th wedding at the Firehouse Restaurant in Sacramento. "I wish our photographer was as good as your photographer" - My brother told me this after the wedding . This is the highest compliment and your sign you should hire Doug Miranda. We knew we made the right decision from the start. Doug was incredibly responsive and he was easy to book. Our January engagement photoshoot was great. He even got great photos of our dog! Doug was magnificent during the wedding. He got great getting ready photos, helped us figure out the best locations for our first look and formal photos, and was outstanding at getting ceremony, speeches, dinner, special dances, and regular dancing photos. I was so incredibly happy with the formal photos. Doug would kindly ask us to turn in a way that got us great shots. After the formal photos, Doug got INCREDIBLE photos in an unobtrusive way. He got all these shots during the ceremony that I had no idea he was taking. For the rest of the wedding, he was fast-acting, got the most fun dancing shots, and was overall amazing. Finally, Doug was fast with getting the photos - we got hundreds of photos less than a week after our wedding. They were all amazing.

Doug did an amazing job for us at our May 2023 wedding. On every front, he was incredible- he was professional, experienced enough to assist us in estimating timelines to take pictures and helping formulate a game plan in advance. At the same time he approached everything from an angle of what did we want, and he was very unobtrusive the day of the wedding. He got terrific photos, some really wonderful portraits and great dance shots at the reception. He was also really flexible when one of us had a medical issue that might have affected the wedding date and worked with us in the interim. After the wedding he had photos back to us inside a week. Speaking as two people who don't love having our photos taken normally, we *Love* the photos he took of us. He is a great guy both as an artist and a vendor. We can't recommend him enough!

I was a bridesmaid in my best friend’s wedding in 2017 and she had hired Doug as her photographer. Fast forward to 2022, I got engaged and was doing research for a photographer. I came across Doug’s website and remembered I had met him already and loved the pictures he took at my friend’s wedding. I contacted him and after confirming he was available on our wedding date, we booked him! Doug was able to take our engagement photos and our wedding day photos. Engagement session was on THE hottest day of the year in June and the wedding was on THE coldest night of the year in December. Despite the extreme temps, Doug had the coolest calmest temperament. This was extremely important to me especially on the day of my wedding. You spend so much of your day with your photo/video people. My highest priority with all of my vendors was making sure they didn’t stress me out more than I needed to be and Doug definitely made the process enjoyable. I’m not a very picture-takery person. I don’t know what to do with my hands! His directions were great and we felt comfortable. I appreciated that he scheduled a phone call before the wedding date to go over all our preferences, wish-list pictures, logistics, etc. We weren’t sure if it was going to rain the day of so he had come up with some contingency plans. We were also so happy with the planning and recon he did beforehand for the first look location, it took a lot off my plate. Second shooter on the Wedding Day, Wendy, was great as well! We are so happy with the photos taken, we couldn’t ask for much more!

We love Doug! We decided to go with Doug as our wedding photographer due to his timeless style and experience. Throughout the booking process he was incredibly easy to work with, especially as we experienced some difficulties with our venue search. Every interaction with him was very professional and he made taking photos fun for us! We had our first shoot with him for our engagement photos. We had a great time and the photos came out so well that we had Doug do our family photos at a local park so that our family was familiar with him prior to our wedding. On our wedding day Doug was prompt and organized. He and his assistant kept us on schedule, even making up some time. He took beautiful photos and had them back to us incredibly quickly (on our honeymoon). Doug is definitely well known in the Sacramento wedding scene, as our officiant, DJ, and videographer all knew him from past events. We highly recommend Doug!

Doug accompanied myself and my now wife on quite a journey! We got married at the beautiful Valhalla venue in South Lake Tahoe on December 10th, 2022. This was in the middle of the recent snow storm that dropped about 4 feet of snow in a day. Doug was wonderful and captured some of the best photos of our guests in the hall and wedding party in the snow. He was more than willing to brave the blizzard to capture great shots which turned out fantastic. Even after we told him to head out to make a safe drive, he returned to have us come back outside for a few more pictures that turned out to be some of our favorites. He is a talented photographer with such a wonderful attitude. 10 out of 10 on all fronts. Thank you!!!

Doug, I just want to give you a HUGE shoutout for being such an awesome photographer and being so kind hearted, and making our wedding memorable with A-M-A-Z-I-N-G pictures & slideshow we will have to look back at for the rest of our lives! I know we have visioned a fall wedding and was so excited about fall in Tahoe, but the man above had other plans for the day. I never thought I would be getting married in a little snow storm, it was definitely one to remember! I literally felt like I was in a snowglobe or a hallmark movie, it was incredible and I’ll never forget it. I want to THANK YOU for sticking it through the weather conditions and capturing our wedding photos in the snow, wind etc. I know shooting in those conditions aren’t always easy, so I really appreciate everything you did in making our day memorable! The pictures are STUNNING and I can’t wait to share them with family friends, incredible work! I’m so glad you got to experience our hallmark wedding and capture those moments, I hear it’s pretty rare lol! I would like everyone to know they won’t be disappointed with Doug Miranda Photography, he really knows his stuff and really takes the time to make sure he captures the best shots for the wedding day! He did an incredible job with our photos, 10/10/100/100!!! We couldn’t have been happier with how our wedding photos turned out! We wish you the best Doug! THANK YOU!!! Sarah & Alex

If you're getting married in the Sacramento/Napa/Lake Tahoe area and thinking about booking Doug, what are you waiting for?!? We hired Doug because we saw some of his previous work at our venue and knew he would scout out the best locations for our photos. The entire process was made smooth because of Doug's friendly demeanor and clear communication. He answered all of our questions with grace and patience and is very quick to reply to email. Most of Doug's wedding packages include a brief engagement session which was nice because it allowed us to get to know him and become comfortable with his shooting style before our big day. The photos turned out great and we could rest easy for 9 months knowing we made the right decision. On the wedding day, Doug brought his wife Christine along as his second shooter. They worked efficiently, capturing every detail of our day as our vendors set up and the bride and groom got ready. They also miraculously captured my entire family smiling in one picture, and were willing to work with my VERY scared and squirmy dog. Despite the brutally cold wind forcing our fall event indoors, we managed to capture some of the most stunning outdoor portraits after the ceremony, especially since they were willing to hike us up the side of a mountain to get my dream photos on a boulder in front of Lake Tahoe. Doug and Christine make an excellent team and they even felt like our guests, posing for some Polaroids we had set out for our friends and family to use throughout the reception! Our photos were processed and returned within a record 6 days!!! We feel so lucky to have had Doug Miranda Photography as an integral part of our best day ever. Thank you for making our wedding photography dreams come true!!

Doug Miranda is the best! We originally signed on with him in January of 2020, just in time for Covid to force us to reschedule everything. Doug stuck with us for almost 3 years until we were finally able to have our wedding reception on October 9, 2022. He was very thoughtful in capturing all parts of our wedding and we are so thrilled with the final product. Doug helped us to be at ease during the special day and made wedding photography a stress-free aspect of planning and the event itself. We recommend Doug and would gladly use him again.

Doug was the photographer for our wedding in the capitol rose garden this October 2022. When I first met him, I immediately recognized that he was very personable and extremely professional. He is the perfect person for the job. Doug absolutely knows his craft, and I am thrilled that we landed him as the photographer for our wedding. The brilliant photographs that Doug took are something that I will always cherish- he did an amazing job capturing our day. It was immediately apparent that Doug has a keen eye for details and did an excellent job putting everyone in the right spot to capture the best photographs. Doug did this with ease and with efficiency. Our families and I enjoyed chatting with him as he seemingly effortlessly arranged our families together for post-ceremony photographs. After the wedding he was very generous with his time and chatted with us. Within a matter of days he provided us with hundreds of photographs and negatives neatly organized into an online photo album for immediate viewing and download. We were blown away by his work, the photography was simply perfect. If you are looking for a wedding photographer, selecting Doug Miranda is an easy choice. Professional, easy to work with, kind, funny, and produced better wedding photographs than we could have ever imagined. Give him a call.

Doug and his wife Christine were excellent as our wedding photographers in Sonoma, CA! His wife was his second shooter for the day. Doug did a couple phone calls with us before the wedding day so that we were all on the same page. He also responds quickly via email. On the wedding day, Doug took many great photos, both classic wedding phots and candid shots of guests and family members before and during the day. He gave suggestions on how to get the best shots and they all turned out great! He sent the photos within one week and even made a video slideshow of the best pictures.

Doug was an absolutely perfect choice for my husband and I at our wedding! He kept us calm and laughing through all of the photoshoots and through the whole event. He even agreed to let us bring our dogs along for the first look :). He captured the spirit of our wedding wonderfully! Also, we found out later that he has some personal stress going on during the wedding, but he was so calm and focused that we didn't pick up on it at all. You can count on Doug!

We had so many decisions to make when planning the wedding but honestly picking Doug Miranda to be our photographer was one of the easiest and best decisions we made for the entire day. He was so fun and made the each photo session so relaxing enjoyable. My Husband was super nervous and Doug was able to help bring out his goofy side and kick back a little. Seriously though you will not be disappointed at all with choosing Doug Miranda as your photographer!

Choosing Doug as our wedding photographer was hands down the best decision we made in all of wedding planning. Doug was so professional yet personable. We first met Doug for our engagement shoot and he instantly put us at ease. The photos turned out stunning, and it was clear he was extremely talented! Our wedding photos did not disappoint they turned out beautifully! They are the best representation of our perfect day, we often look through them to relive the day! One thing I learned throughout the process is that the photographer plays an integral role in the day-of timeline. Doug worked seamlessly with my day-of coordinator to keep the day running smoothly and on schedule. Do yourself a favor and choose Doug Miranda Photography as your wedding photographers.

When you read amazing reviews it's hard to understand them until you've actually experienced the photographer for yourself. But Doug is someone you'll definitely want to choose to work with for your wedding or milestone in your life. He feels like family to us now since we've worked with him for 3 full years trying to have our wedding. He photographed our engagement session in December 2019 and we felt very comfortable with him. We were supposed to have our wedding in 2020 and then again in 2021, but due to COVID and the CalDor fire, it didn't happen either year, and Doug worked effortlessly with us to switch to a new date both years. He is extremely kind and makes you feel at ease during your session. He understands how to bring the light into photos and how to capture the most authentic smiles & laughs. He and his wife Christine felt like our guests on our wedding day, and we enjoyed spending time getting pictures with them. We actually recieved all of our photos 5 DAYS after our wedding. Unheard of. Thanks Doug and Christine! We'll be reaching out again in a couple of years for family photos!

My husband and I would highly recommend Doug Miranda. He was easy to work with and very professional. Doug knew exactly the right spots to get great photos!

With a relaxed and friendly personality, a customized approach, an award winning “eye” and the utmost professionalism, Doug perfectly captured our engagement and wedding, combining both classic and contemporary photography styles. Doug spent quality time getting to know us, thus allowing our personalities and vision to shine through in both our engagement and wedding photos. Doug seamlessly became part of both celebrations, beautifully capturing all our day’s moments, from the intimate to the grandest. Each of Doug’s photos expertly captured what was most important, touching and real to us. Thank you, Doug, for capturing beautiful memories which will last our lifetimes. You, and your camera, are the best.

Words cannot express how excellent Doug is-- as a photographer and a human. The quality of the pictures he was able to capture, the expressive moments he was able to preserve for us, and the variety of angles in every shot he was able to makes him seem like either a well-coordinated, multi-person team or a superhero. On top of this, he is kind, thoughtful company that seems to bring a smile to everyones face. His attentiveness, flexibility, and warmth is sure to wow you as much as the photos he takes. I cannot recommend Doug enough for any and all occasions you're lucky enough to have him at.

Doug Miranda did an amazing job on my wedding photos, and I highly recommend him. I reached out to him originally for an elopement package in 2020 and had to reschedule for May 2022 due to covid and wildfires. By the time May came around, I had already gotten married but still wanted to get photos of my husband and I in our wedding attire in Tahoe as planned. I let Doug know, and suggested that we reduce the hours needed since there wasn't a ceremony. Instead, Doug suggested we take pictures down by the lake in addition to our venue. He took my husband and I to several scenic spots to take pictures and used up all of our time. He went above and beyond to make sure that we got a variety of pictures that we will cherish forever. Many would have just taken the money and reduced the hours, but Doug made sure that we got the wedding photos we wanted and more.

Doug went above and beyond to make our wedding day special. Our pictures turned out beautifully. We traveled from out of town and he was very responsive to any questions I had. He was very helpful from the beginning, easy to work with, and extremely talented.

If you need a great photographer Doug is the best option. He is very professional and takes wonderful photos. He made the process very easy and and captured wonderful moments from our big day. We highly recommend Doug.

If you are in need of a photographer, look no further than Doug Miranda. We had Doug as our photographer at our May 6, 2022 wedding and he did an amazing job. Doug was extremely knowledgeable and knew exactly what the best shots would be. He was very patient with us, especially as we tried to incorporate our 4 month old into our pictures. He did a great job at the cocktail hour and the reception as well. He was somehow always around to get the best shots, but never in your way. He captured so many amazing memories and I am so grateful that he was part of our day. He received many compliments from my wedding guests and all agreed he did a great job. We are so pleased with how our photos turned out, we love them all. I would recommend Doug Miranda Photography to anyone needing a photographer.

I could not recommend Doug enough for photography. He and his wife Christine photographed our wedding this past weekend, THIS PAST WEEKEND, and we already got the amazing photos from our day! They were so easy to work with and extremely nice, we never felt so comfortable being photographed and let me tell you were a not natural photo takers. They were able to get so many good shots and they even stepped in to help on other things, like make sure my veil was in and helping me husband remove his pocket stitching. Such pros! Highly recommend for your big day.

Doug photographed our wedding last weekend and we already got the photos-they are terrific! He captured every important moment and so many small ones that would have been forgotten if not for his watchful eye. Doug is also incredible to work with as a person. He is down to earth and flexible. He made my wife and I feel comfortable being ourselves and it shows in the photos. Highly highly recommended

Doug was an all around pleasure to work with. He led when we needed guidance and blended into the background as we celebrated with family and friends. When we ran a little behind schedule for our ceremony, Doug kept us on time and moving through all the photos we wanted. Communication leading up to the wedding day was excellent. The photos are gorgeous. We have portraits and candids that we equally love. He found the spots at out venue with the best lighting and used them. He even set up lights at the venue to make sure we got great photos of the toasts and first dances. He was very respectful of our covid safety measures. A true professional and very nice person. We are so glad we found Doug and chose to work with him!

Doug is amazing! He captured so many great moments at our wedding, it's really hard to pick a favorite. Thanks again Doug - HIGHLY Recommend!

Doug was more than amazing throughout our wedding planning process. He was incredibly helpful when I initially contacted him about availability. When we met for our engagement pictures, he made my husband and I feel comfortable in front of the camera. My husband hates taking pictures and when we left our shoot he couldn’t stop talking about how great Doug was and how easy he made taking photos for two hours. Whenever I had a question or wanted advice about the wedding day timeline, Doug was prompt to respond and was incredibly helpful. He helped our wedding day run so smooth and we have the most amazing photographs from the biggest day of our lives. I am so happy with the experience and photos we got with Doug. And he got us our photos back so fast, it was the perfect way to relive the wedding after our honeymoon. I would recommend Doug to anyone getting married! I truly cannot say enough great things about our experience.

I can’t say enough good things about Doug and his work – and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer. We had Doug photograph our wedding in Nov and from the day we first spoke to when our photos were delivered, he made everything so seamlessly easy. As you can imagine, things get pricey and add up when planning a wedding, but he worked with us to pick a package that fit the coverage we were looking for and remain within our budget. He kept in touch all along the way and before the wedding day helped me to develop a schedule and kept us on track during the big day. Doug is so personable and working with him was easy, stress-free and really fun! He found all the best lighting, angles and poses and our photos came out so incredibly beautiful. I couldn’t be any happier with how everything went from start to finish. Doug Miranda is an excellent choice, and I personally will keep him in mind next time we want to have any kind of professional photos taken. Thanks so much, Doug!!! – The Clabaughs

Doug came highly recommended as a wedding photographer, and now we know why. We could not be happier with the experience, results, and memories from working with Doug for our wedding and engagement photos. Not only is he an amazing photographer, but truly professional and a pleasure to work with for such a big occasion. He was always quick to respond to any questions we had for him and made our lives as easy as possible on the wedding day. We would recommend Doug to any couple looking for a wedding photographer!

Very impressed with Doug! he was prompt, available by phone or email with ANY questions, extremely detailed, professional, patient, and very warm. i recommend booking ASAP for your wedding or event. also, i got my photos back within two weeks!!!

I’m so grateful I found Doug Miranda! He took our engagement pictures and wedding pictures. They came out BEAUTIFUL! He was like paparazzi at the wedding. Him and his wife came to take pictures. He caught everything on camera and got our pictures back within jus a few days! So professional, on time, personable and just genuinely good people (Him and his wife)! I highly recommend him

Doug was such a wonderful choice to have as our wedding photographer! He even drove up from the Sacramento area to take our engagement shots where we live in San Francisco. It was great to get to know him and get comfortable before our wedding. We hired Doug pre-Covid and he was helpful and communicative when we needed to postpone. He also recommended our videographer (Barrel9) and they worked flawlessly together. We got our photos back sooner than expected, and they look incredible! We could not have made a better choice than Doug to capture our day.