Joshua Fernandez Photography

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Look no further, you've found your photographer (and a lifelong friend!) We first reached out to Joshua in 2018 to schedule our engagement shoot and we have booked him for every special occasion since. Joshua is such a talented artist with a keen sense of story; he has the vision and what he does with light, shadow, and color is really something special.

Vera S.

5.0

My daughter and son-in-law had chosen Josh to photograph their wedding, and we were absolutely thrilled with their choice. Josh is an incredibly hard-working and talented photographer who poured his heart into the process of creating a beautiful final product. His stamina and energy on the wedding day were unmatched. He was very aware of all that was happening and yet remained so calm and approachable through the whole process. He has a genuine way of putting people at ease bringing about very natural smiles and poses. Josh is not only an authentically kindhearted person, but he also has a great eye for design using light and color in beautiful ways. It was evident that he listened to what the bride and groom were hoping to capture. We highly recommend Joshua Fernandez Photography!

Melinda C.

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Josh Fernandez

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I’m Josh, the owner of Joshua Fernandez Photography, and I'm a documentary storyteller based in Washington, DC, who is always happy to travel wherever your story takes me. I believe the best wedding photos are simple, unobtrusive, and spontaneous. With the experience to help you seamlessly navigate your day, we focus on what matters most: authentic, reality-driven moments. Our photos artfully frame your day to reflect how you and your loved ones felt, creating honest images meant to be cherished for decades to come. Through life's evolving chapters, we believe your wedding memories only become more valuable year after year. We embrace love in all of its forms, celebrate individuality, and serve every couple with sensitivity, warmth, and genuine respect. Art is naturally subjective, which is why transparency and creative collaboration mean everything to us. We let our work speak for itself as it brings your vision to life. You remain the authors of your story; we are your storytellers. Wedding coverage starts at $3,000 for 5 hours, with additional coverage available at $1000 per hour, and complete galleries are always available upon request. To learn more about our work and client experiences, search for us on Google to find our reviews across other top platforms. When you're ready to connect, please reach out and share your direct email address. We respond to texts within 2 hours and emails within 12 hours. If our approach speaks to you, say hello. We’d love to chat about your day. Josh | +1.951.491.1811 | josh@joshuafernandez.com

Asian-owned Business

24+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

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Destination Weddings

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Bridal Portraits

Day After Session

Engagement

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Photo

Printed Enlargements

Printed Proofs

Second Shooter Available

Social Media Sharing

Wedding Albums

Photo & Video Styles

Artistic

Documentary

Lifestyle

Modern

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

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After Party

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8-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2025.2024.+5 more.

Hall of Fame

Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.

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Joshua Fernandez Photography earns consistent praise for stunning, natural, documentary-style images and professionalism. Clients note his eye for light and composition, calm, approachable manner, and skill with kids. He’s responsive, flexible, and goes above and beyond to capture meaningful wedding, family, and corporate moments.

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Vera S

Look no further, you've found your photographer (and a lifelong friend!) We first reached out to Joshua in 2018 to schedule our engagement shoot and we have booked him for every sp...

ecial occasion since. Joshua is such a talented artist with a keen sense of story; he has the vision and what he does with light, shadow, and color is really something special.

Melinda C

My daughter and son-in-law had chosen Josh to photograph their wedding, and we were absolutely thrilled with their choice. Josh is an incredibly hard-working and talented photogra...

pher who poured his heart into the process of creating a beautiful final product. His stamina and energy on the wedding day were unmatched. He was very aware of all that was happening and yet remained so calm and approachable through the whole process. He has a genuine way of putting people at ease bringing about very natural smiles and poses. Josh is not only an authentically kindhearted person, but he also has a great eye for design using light and color in beautiful ways. It was evident that he listened to what the bride and groom were hoping to capture. We highly recommend Joshua Fernandez Photography!

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Sarah C

When looking for our wedding photographer, we wanted someone whose photos would help us feel like we were in the moment and capture the spirit of the day. Josh did just that. His ...

documentary, candid-style photography delivered photos that tell a story and are energetic, lively, and fun. From our first meeting through the end, we could tell he is passionate about his craft and genuinely loves what he does. Especially with one of us being more hesitant about taking photos, we appreciated Josh’s sincerity and transparency throughout the whole process. He also was very accommodating of special requests, like taking a group photo of everyone who attended after the ceremony, keeping a dance a surprise, and creating two separate albums so some photos could stay private. We are thrilled to have chosen Josh and highly recommend him!

Edward Y

Josh is an incredible photographer, and our family is so grateful to have worked with him! He was completely professional throughout the process while remaining entirely approachab...

le and friendly for our entire family. He has a very calming and encouraging presence and was able to get so many amazing photos of our family. Josh is wonderful with children as well, and was really able to engage our infant daughter throughout the session for some great photos! We cannot recommend Josh and his team highly enough. It was a privilege to have him as our photographer.

Anh D

Our family had a wonderful experience with Josh for our first family portrait. Josh was incredibly approachable, kind, and responsive from the beginning, scheduling time with us be...

fore the session to get to know us, help select a location, and address any questions. Afterwards, Josh kept in contact with us, considering the time of day so that our baby would be most comfortable and was very flexible to ensure we had the best experience. The session went wonderfully and the photos were beautiful. Josh was able to capture many special moments. We look forward to working with Josh for future family portraits.

irene

We’ve worked with Josh three times over the years — for our engagement photos, a family portrait session, and most recently, our wedding. From the very first time we met him, he ma...

de us feel completely comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. Even on the hottest outdoor days, he never lost his warm smile and positive energy, helping us stay relaxed and genuinely happy while being photographed. At our wedding, Josh didn’t miss a single moment — he worked tirelessly from beginning to end with such sincerity and passion that many of our guests came up to us afterward asking if he was a family member! Everyone kept saying how amazing our photographer was. My family and I cannot recommend Josh highly enough. He approaches his work with true heart, kindness, and professionalism — never just as a business, but as someone who genuinely cares about the people he photographs.

Alexandra A

Josh made my vision come to life! Extremely positive happy and enthusiastic. Felt like family to us. Communication was wonderful came to our site prior to event to scope out places...

for the best photos. He was timely and extremely helpful beyond photography. Book him! Pictures are stunning. You won’t regret it.

taylor s

Josh is such a pleasure to work with — friendly, approachable, and genuinely attentive to the little details that make a photo special. He has a great eye for composition and style...

, but what really stands out is how comfortable and natural he makes the whole process feel. You can tell he cares about capturing moments that truly reflect the people and spaces he’s photographing. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer who brings both creativity and a thoughtful, personal touch to their work.

John K

Joshua Fernandez Photography delivered an exceptional corporate photography experience that exceeded all expectations. His talent shines through in both formal headshots and candid...

moments, capturing not just images but the genuine spirit of our team. His personable approach put everyone at ease, resulting in natural and authentic photographs. Whether shooting corporate headshots, team photos, or capturing our staff during meetings and daily operations, Joshua demonstrated outstanding professionalism and attention to detail. What truly sets Joshua apart is his ability to reveal the authentic beauty in everyday workplace moments. The impromptu photos in various settings showcase our team's personality and dynamics in a way that feels both professional and wonderfully natural. Working with Joshua was a pleasure from start to finish. His expertise, professionalism, and artistic eye make him the perfect choice for corporate photography needs. Highly recommend!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hello John. Thank you for your generous review. It was truly a pleasure working with your...

team to capture both the professional and personal aspects of your workplace. I'm grateful for everyone's accommodations and to hear how the photos reflected the team’s unique spirit and dynamics. Facilitating a comfortable and natural environment is something we strive for, so knowing that everyone felt at ease and authentic during the sessions means a lot. Your feedback inspires us to continue delivering work that clients expect from a professional and a friend. Thank you again for trusting us with your corporate photography needs— we look forward to the opportunity to work with you again in the future.

Noel I

I had the pleasure of working with Josh for a professional headshot session, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, Josh was incredibly easy to work with...

. He made me feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera, which is something I often struggle with. His attention to detail and ability to capture the perfect shot truly stands out. The photos turned out amazing, and I’m confident they’ll make a great impression. I highly recommend Josh to anyone looking for high-quality headshots or professional photography!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Thanks for your kind words, Noel. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m thrilled to...

hear you’re happy with the results. You did most of the work by coming prepared with a sense of open mindedness that allowed you and I to perform out best. Helping clients feel confident, sponataneous and ejoy the session is always the goal. Thankfully that came through in your experience. Wishing you all the best with your new headshots, and this new chapter you've opened. Cheers, friend.

Mandy R

Josh was an exceptional choice for our wedding photography. From the very start, he was incredibly responsive, quick to answer our questions, and provided helpful information to gu...

ide us through the process. His communication style was professional yet personable, making us feel at ease. The quality of his work was outstanding - the lighting in our portraits was gorgeous, and he expertly captured all the special moments throughout our day. Josh was extremely flexible in accommodating our needs and schedule, even helping to guide us into taking beautiful, natural portraits that we will cherish forever. We could not be happier with the photos and the incredible service he provided to make our wedding day so memorable!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Thank you for your kind words, Mandy and for trusting me to capture such an important day ...

in your lives. Your trust in the process made all the difference. Thank you for your enthusiasm, accommodations and most importantly, for being kind - this has allowed me and my team to perform our best. Clients would give me credit for the work of many. Thank you, Mandy and Anthony. Cheers to the new adventures ahead.

Stephanie X

Josh is so fun to work with. He's so humble and sweet, yet takes his job very seriously. While chatting and making you laugh, he's also aware of his surroundings knowing where the ...

light is hitting to capture a great shot. You see him thinking one moment about how to pose you and then making you smile the next. He captures the moments effortlessly. The photos are priceless moments!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Wow, thank you so much for the awesome review, Steph! I'm so glad you and your family had ...

a great time during our session. It means a lot to hear that you've enjoyed the experience. While doing my best to keep things fun and relaxed - things fell into place naturally with us. Reading your review is the highest compliment. Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. I appreciate feedback like this that helps me continue improving and providing an amazing experience for all clients. Cheers to your growing family!

Mahogany H

Josh AND his work are nothing short of amazing. His authenticity and love for what he does shine through his photography. My wife and I are grateful to have had him shoot our weddi...

ng and reception. Our photos are incredible and working with him was such a joy.

Jess H

Can’t recommend enough! From the very beginning, Josh was engaging, helpful, and so curious about what envisioned for our day and how to capture our personalities through his work....

The result is a beautiful set of photographs that captured the emotions and joy experienced by so many. I cannot remember seeing much of Josh once the ceremony and festivities started, but I see his unique eye in all the photographs - the tears, the laughs, the details that we missed while in the midst of this joyous occasion. Josh is clear with his communication, very punctual, and always willing to help with anything we needed. Our wedding planner said that our photography selection would be very important as after all is said and done we’d mostly rely on the pictures to relive this beautiful moment and we are so glad we picked Josh Fernandez Photography. His portfolio speaks for itself and once we reviewed it, we couldn’t pass on the opportunity to work with him. We are forever grateful for all you did to celebrate us and honor this precious moment, Josh. Our memories were captured perfectly and we will treasure them forever. Thank you🫶🏽

Kiona F

Josh and I got together on instagram ! His work was so beautiful and I was so excited to work with him. My boyfriend and I did a couples photoshoot in Dc with josh and the photos t...

urned out amazing!! Josh gave my boyfriend and I so much direction and movement was just so natural and fluid. Again thank you so much josh !! Looking forward to working with you again

Samantha J

Josh did an incredible job shooting my last-minute impromptu elopement in Annapolis! While it ended up raining during our shoot, we had a blast running up and down the streets of A...

nnapolis taking unique shots! Josh’s positive energy is absolutely contagious. My husband and I hate being in front of the camera but Josh made our time so much fun!! We laughed the entire time! He said that rain shots end up with some of the most interesting photos, and he wasn’t wrong! He incorporated the rain and our umbrella in an absolutely brilliant way. He got absolutely drenched working meticulously and efficiently to find the perfect backdrops for us all around the city. We are absolutely thrilled with how they came out!!! The pictures are stunning! He makes every moment memorable! I’ve worked with Josh previously and I look forward to working with Josh again on all our big milestone events!!

Pratibha P

We recently hired Josh for our engagement ceremony, and he was simply amazing! His warm and positive energy put us at ease, yet he remained highly professional throughout. Josh let...

us be ourselves, capturing raw and candid shots that perfectly reflected our emotions. We had our first shoot in DC, then drove to my home for the ceremony, and he captured beautiful moments in both locations. Josh genuinely enjoyed being part of our special day, and his passion for photography shone through in every shot. We highly recommend Josh for anyone looking for a talented and personable photographer!

Jordan W

This was the best photography experience I've ever had, he went above and beyond for our wedding!!!

Eric M

We had decided on a "planned elopement" with just the two of us at the DC Superior Court. Josh captured our experiences from start to finish. He created terrific posed photos that...

as well as encouraging us to laugh, joke and be ourselves. His recommendations for photo backgrounds are memorable in an architectural manner and put the focus on us as a couple. Highly recommend for those of you on a 2nd or 3rd marriages where you want memorable but understated documentation.

Kathryn M

Josh really took the time to understand who we are individually and as a couple….including our interests, how we met, and vision for our wedding ceremony. He quickly grasped that w...

e both love arts and architecture and brainstormed ideas for a photography setting after our civil ceremony. During the ceremony he was completely unobtrusive while taking candid shots. He is extremely talented and easy to work with.

Olivia B

Josh did an amazing job! Not only did he make my partner and I extremely comfortable during the session. But he also gave Ben and I something to look back on for years. Ben is on d...

eployment and I really wanted something for us both to hold onto and look at while were apart and to document his first deployment. Josh gave us exactly that. Josh has an amazing way to captivate what you and your partner only have, and even after the session ben and I couldn't stop raving about how easy it was to pose for josh, it honestly felt like we had a close family friend take pictures for us! 5 stars across the board! This session aloud ben and I to connect and slow down a bit and just focus on one another before he had to go away for half a year. I could wright way more and go on about how amazing and talented josh is. He has a true natural born gift and I haven't even seen all my photos yet and I'm already mind blown at what the previews have looked like. (p.s josh is a great hype man if you are not used to being photographed!!)

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words, Olivia. I'm grateful for being a part of...

such a meaningful portrait session for you and Ben. I'm happy to hear that you both felt comfortable and enjoyed the experience. Knowing that these photos will provide you with cherished memories during Ben's deployment means a lot to me. I strive to make every session relaxed and enjoyable, and I'm so glad it felt like having a close family friend take your pictures. Your feedback about feeling connected and focused on each other during the shoot is exactly what I hope for every time I head out to work. Thank you again for your wonderful review and 5-star rating! It was a pleasure working with you both. Wishing Ben a safe deployment and looking forward to capturing more moments for you in the future.

Stacey L

I had the immense pleasure of working with Joshua for a portrait session. Joshua was warm, compassionate, professional, and thoughtful, which quickly helped me feel at ease during ...

our session. I could not be more pleased with the portrait outcomes and highly recommend Joshua Fernandez! His photos are clear, bright, natural, and capture the radiance of both every day and special moments.

Renee B

I had the pleasure of working with Josh for my maternity/family photo shoot. I’ve never been a huge liker of taking pictures but Josh put myself and my family so much at ease that ...

everyone was talking about how much they enjoyed our session. Josh created a relaxed environment that really brought out to best in us and we can see it clearly through the pictures we received. From start (consultation) to finish, Josh has been deeply immersed in the process to get me the best product and I enjoyed every moment. I’m looking forward to working with him for a future session as our family grows.

Megan E

It was a lucky day for us when I found Josh online! I was so impressed with his portfolio & previous reviews, & I knew right away after speaking with him that it was a perfect matc...

h. He understood my vision for the day -- lots of pictures, of course, but not too posed & lots of candid photos of wedding party + guests. I was so incredibly happy with our wedding photos. They are absolutely beautiful & I will cherish them forever. Our engagement photos also came out beautifully -- he got an absolutely beautiful shot of us with our dog that I was then requested to send to everyone in our family to be framed, & to share with our dog's veterinarian. In addition to taking amazing photos, Josh is so lovely to work with & be around -- he is very responsive, kind, professional, & it was a pleasure to spend time with him on the day of our wedding, which was really important to me because you spend a lot of time with your photographer on your wedding day. My maid of honor said that Josh was her favorite part of the wedding -- I am not kidding! We are so happy with him & I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer, or photographer in general!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hi Megan, wow, thank you so much for this incredibly kind and detailed review! It truly me...

ans the world to me. I'm so happy you found me online and that we connected so well! It's wonderful that I was able to understand your vision for the wedding – capturing those candid moments and the joy of the day is always what I strive for. I'm absolutely delighted you're so happy with the photos; that's the best compliment I could receive. And I love that your dog's photo was such a hit! It makes me so happy to hear that you enjoyed working with me – the connection with my couples is so important to me, and I'm thrilled your maid of honor felt that way too! Thank you again for your heartfelt recommendation. It means everything, and I wish you all the best! Please send my best to Pat! :)

Jay E

Josh and his team photographed my daughter's wedding several weeks ago. They were on time, stayed late, and were very courteous. the quality of the pictures was excellent. I would ...

recommend him highly.

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hi Jay, thank you so much for this wonderful review! I'm so glad to hear that you were hap...

py with the service and the quality of the photos from Megan and Pat's wedding. It was a pleasure working with your family, and I appreciate your recommendation and for welcoming me as one of your own.

Sara E

Josh and his team did an excellent job with my daughter’s wedding in November 2023. He made posing for the pictures fun and the pictures reflected everyone’s happy vibe. The candid...

s came out great too. Josh is a sweet and kind person. It was a pleasure to work with him. Highly recommended!

Owen G

Josh did an amazing job. His ideas are unique, his editing is subtle and tasteful, and he is just a really cool, authentic, genuine person.

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hi Owen, thank you so much for the kind words. I'm so glad you enjoyed the experience and ...

are happy with the results. I really appreciate your feedback about the ideas, editing style, and overall approach. It means a lot to me. Thank you again.

Samantha G

Josh was fantastic in helping us with our first family photo session. I have a 2 year old, and am currently 8 months pregnant, so getting formal pictures done was intimidating. Jos...

h was not only proactive and thorough with planning, day of he was calm, efficient, and extremely personable. He was great with our toddler, as well as promoting my husband and i into “effortless” poses. I will cherish these photos forever!

oliwia D

Really recommend photo session with Joshua! Photos are amazing and atmosphere was so great! He is so professional!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Thanks so much Oliwia. I'm glad you and Marwan enjoyed the session. I hope to work with yo...

u again soon!ll

Kristin S

Josh communicated well, was fun to work with and made everyone in the family feel so comfortable. Highly recommend!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hi Kristin, thank you so much for the kind review! I'm so glad to hear everyone in the fam...

ily felt comfortable during the shoot, especially the kids! Making it a fun experience for them is always a priority. Thank you!

Ali S

Josh was amazing to be photographed by. From the beginning, he made the process very easy and streamlined. He was always pleasant and made us feel very comfortable during the shoot...

. He was so good with our 6 month old, and got excellent shots of him. We’re very happy with the end result and would highly recommend him for family photography.

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hello Ali! Thank you for the lovely review. I'm so glad you found the process easy and str...

eamlined, and that you felt comfortable during the shoot. It's always a pleasure working with little ones, and I'm delighted we captured some excellent shots of your baby. I appreciate your recommendation for family photography. Thank you very much!

M S

Josh is an incredibly talented photographer. I would highly recommend him for your wedding or special event. His photos are magic!

rabab h

We hired Josh for our first family photo session with our 6 month old. I tried to look at many galleries of different photographers before deciding on Josh. His work looked so natu...

ral and effortless. We had a great time working with him and needless to say the pictures came out wonderful. Couldn’t have asked for a more pleasant experience!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hello Rabab. Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm so glad you chose me to capture you...

r first family photo session with little Z. Thank you for welcoming me to your home and it was a pleasure working with you and Ali. I appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Thank you, thank you.

David M

The kids had fun. They kept talking about the photo shoot like it was a party or something lol. The pictures turned out well and Josh was great to work with.

Kristin M

Josh is really kind and a good communicator! He put my family at ease on picture day and he replies to texts/emails super quick! The images he captured are little treasures!

Shannon C

I’m only giving Josh 5 stars because I can’t give him 10! Having him photograph our wedding was one of the smartest decisions we made. His visual was everything we were looking for...

. He was patient with me and my long list of required photos of our large family and he had a smile on his face the entire time! When he delivered our gallery to us, we were beyond thrilled with our final product! Thank you for being who you are Josh and for having a talent that we found unmatched! We look forward to using you again for other occasions!!

Alexandra M

Josh was absolutely amazing to work with for both me and my husband Chris! Before our couples shoot, he scheduled had a consultation with us to help us feel comfortable and get to ...

know us more so that we can have the best experience on the day of the shoot. His positive and fun personality helped me and my husband feel completely at ease. He was also so creative thinking of the most amazing poses and backgrounds that brought out the absolute best in us. We ended up having the most natural and beautiful photos!!! I highly recommend Josh as a photographer. We really hope to work with him again soon.

Meredith M

Josh was awesome to work with! He communicated with us often prior to the photoshoot to ensure we were on board with his ideas and to confirm timing. The day of the photoshoot was ...

no different. He told us his plan and encouraged us to speak up if we had any feedback. With each shot he posed us to make things feel less awkward. Again, if we had any ideas for a particular shot he welcomed that. I would absolutely work with him again!

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Wow, Mer and Ryan, thank you so much for this incredibly heartfelt and detailed review, bo...

th for your elopement and wedding! It means the absolute world to me. You know your words mean so much to me. For your elopement, I'm so glad I could capture those special, intimate moments and that you felt so comfortable with me. It's always my goal to bring my creativity while also honoring your vision. I love that the simplicity of the photos highlights the raw emotion – that's something I strive for. And then, your wedding! It's been a year but I still feel the emotions, feel the crisp air in that full moon night under the stars. I'm grateful to have played a small role in your celebration. Your kind words about how I captured the beauty in everyone, both inside and out, are truly humbling. Thank you for your overwhelming gratitude and for sharing how the photos have made you feel. I'm so glad you appreciate how I share the photos – it's important that everyone can easily access and enjoy them. Thank you for your friendship, your support, and your trust. It means more than words can say. I feel so fortunate to have connected with you both, and I look forward to capturing your future milestones. Cheers, friends.

Kate N

We had a lovely engagement session with Josh. It was our first professional photoshoot as a couple and neither of us love being photographed. Josh made us feel comfortable and ga...

ve helpful and precise instruction (which we needed). He also was thoughtful in taking our suggestions into consideration. We love how the photos turned out, especially his ability to capture candid moments. We highly recommend Josh!

Jessica K

Josh is an incredible artist and a wonderful person. He did a perfect job for us at our wedding in April and delivered photos we’ll always treasure! Before the event, we had a gre...

at conversation discussing our vision and vibe, and he asked thoughtful questions to help us figure out details. He is so warm and inviting, we felt relaxed with him right away. On the day, he was an absolute delight. He gave helpful direction that never felt awkward (I hate getting my photo taken), and was everywhere throughout the venue documenting genuine moments with our loved ones. So many of our guests complimented Josh specifically when telling us about their experience at the wedding! We didn’t want to spend a ton of time taking photos on the day; we wanted to enjoy our party. Josh made this happen perfectly. We still got plenty of fabulous and complete family photos, but didn’t miss a minute of cocktail hour. And the final product he delivered is everything we wanted and more: beautiful real moments, classic but natural posed photos, and little touches of artistry that make the photos feel alive. I enthusiastically recommend Josh to all in need of a top notch photographer!

Corey B

Josh did an AMAZING job at our wedding in April! Truly wonderful on every level. From the beginning, Josh put us at ease — he’s an active listener, very communicative, and clearly ...

enjoys his job. Organized and detail-oriented, Josh made sure he knew what we wanted for the day, and he captured our wedding day beautifully. Specifically, we wanted to capture moments of spontaneity throughout the ceremony and the celebration, and Josh really delivered! He was everywhere all at once but also invisible. Our guests remarked on his skill and graciousness repeatedly, both that night and after the wedding. We’re overjoyed with the photos themselves, and he captured the real feelings and joy of our day. We couldn’t be happier and would recommend him without reservations to anyone.

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Hello Corey! Thank you so much for this kind review. It means much to me that you were so ...

happy with your wedding photos and the entire experience. I'm glad you felt comfortable and at ease with with the whole process. You and your loved ones made things incredibly easy for me. Active listening and communication are so important to me, and I'm always thrilled when that comes through. It makes me happy you appreciated my organization and attention to detail. Capturing spontaneous moments is something I truly enjoy and I'm glad those connected with you and Jess. It's wonderful that your guests also had such a positive experience with me – that means a lot. Thank you again for your enthusiastic recommendation, friend.

James H

If I could rate with 10 stars that wouldn't even that wouldn't do Josh and his amazing skills with a camera justice - WOW! What an amazing and lovely gentleman to have had the pl...

easure working with. Josh made our special day even more incredible than we'd ever have imagined. We cannot rate Josh highly enough and would recommend him & his work to everyone, INCREDIBLE!

Malia S

Joshua was absolutely wonderful to work with. He was in time, professional and just a delight to have at our daughter’s wedding and wedding luncheon. Along with the posed pictures...

, Joshua captured the real-time emotions of the day. The tender moments, the smiles, the laughter, the hugs, etc. I would highly recommend him to anyone and will definitely use him again. Thank you Joshua for making our daughter and new son-in-law’s day very special!!

Luis D

When you book Josh you’re booking more than just a photographer, he is now a good friend very professional. When I booked him for me and my fiancée I had felt very comfortable with...

his mannerisms. He is a 10/10 photographer as well as a person. Would highly recommend.

Jamie B

Any event, any occasion, book Josh! Not photogenic? Book Josh! He’s so incredibly talented. Every picture I received I loved. Weddings, engagements, family events, you name it Josh...

is great at it! Could not have asked for a better photographer. He’s so professional but also so personable. Can’t appreciate him enough

Meredith P

We had such an incredible experience working with Josh and capturing the most special moments of our elopement day. Josh made us feel so comfortable, as if we were sharing a moment...

on our own even though he was photographing us. He took our ideas and executed on them perfectly and brought his own creativity to give us some of the most incredible artistic and unique pictures. The simplicity of the photos highlight all of the raw emotion beautifully in every picture that he took. He was able to capture us looking our most relaxed, comfortable, and like our true selves and the pictures have turned out beautifully. We are over the moon to have Josh photograph our wedding with all of our loved ones later this year.

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Wow, Mer and Ryan, thank you so much for this incredibly heartfelt and detailed review, bo...

th for your elopement and your wedding! It means the absolute world to me. You know your words mean so much to me. For your elopement, I'm so glad I could capture those special, intimate moments and that you felt so comfortable with me. It's always my goal to bring my own creativity while also honoring your vision. I love that the simplicity of the photos highlights the raw emotion – that's something I strive for. And then, your wedding! It's been a year but I still feel the emotions, feel the crisp air in that full moon night under the stars. I'm grateful to have played a small role in your celebration. Your kind words about how I captured the beauty in everyone, both inside and out, are truly humbling. Thank you for your overwhelming gratitude and for sharing how the photos have made you feel. I'm so glad you appreciate the way I share the photos – it's important to me that everyone can easily access and enjoy them. Thank you for your friendship, your support, and your trust. It means more than words can say. I feel so fortunate to have connected with you both, and I absolutely look forward to capturing your future milestones. Cheers, friends.

Maud K

Josh is very friendly, creative and flexible. It was nice working with him for our elopement ceremony, he knows the city very well and took us to very nice spots around the DC marr...

iage court house for great pictures.

Robbie H

Josh was absolutely amazing. Super professional and friendly. Would recommend to any couple looking to capture the moment and love between them.

Taylor S

Josh went above and beyond my expectations!!! I felt so comfortable taking couples pictures with my boyfriend with him. He told as exactly what to do, how to pose, and made me feel...

so comfortable and beautiful the entire experience! The pictures came out even better than I could have ever imagined. 10/10 recommend!

Dawn-Marie P

If I could give more than 5 stars I would. I went into the shoot nervous because I usually don't know how to pose for photos but Josh gave me so many pointers throughout. My favori...

te moment was when he suddenly said "Hi Dawn!" I instantly laughed because it came out of nowhere but he told me that it was to get a natural smile. The whole process flowed so naturally. He got my photos to me quickly too! I can't say enough good things.

Response from Joshua Fernandez Photography

Dawn, thank you for sharing your experience. I'm so glad you felt comfortable during the s...

hoot. I do my best to bring out natural smiles and genuine moments, and I'm delighted you felt the process flowed naturally. Thank you again for the kind words.

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