Atrero Photography

I found Karen and Ed on wedding wire, liked the reviews so I checked out their pictures. They were stunning! After emailing them and making sure they were in my budget, they were hired! They were so responsive to any and all emails. They were friendly and detail oriented. Come wedding day, they showed up early, and stayed to the very end (even though this was over their contracted time). During the wedding they were courteous but everywhere, snapping pictures right and left. The specific shots I wanted were obtained and there wasn’t a snag in the day. Come 3 months later when the picture slide show arrived — were were over the moon of how they turned out! The next day, an online site with all our pictures was emailed to us, then the next day, a box with a USB with all our pictures.
The quality of the pictures is amazing. They have great techniques in lightening, positioning, and capturing moments that will be treasured forever.
I would STRONGLY recommend them to all my friends and family.

Karen and Ed were perfect wedding photographers. They were very chill, flexible, easygoing, and approachable — all without compromise to their services and talent.
We enjoyed keeping in touch with them through the planning process. We live in Las Vegas and only came to San Diego every month so or so they were definitely very flexible with timing and meetings.
I definitely recommend using their complimentary engagement session (dependent on package purchased) as a way to break the ice and so you can both get a feel of personalities and style.
On the day of Ed, Karen, and their assistant Desiree were on hand to ensure that every detail was photographed. It was a very hot day in October but they kept pressing on! The team had a list ahead of time for which formal shots we wanted. One thing I recommend (and it’s my fault for not doing so) is to also provide a list or idea of what kind of non-​formal shots you’d like.
They were able to get the products (highlights video, online gallery and USB) to us within 2 months which is very timely for this service. The photos were beautiful and just our style. Would definitely recommend these wedding photographers to anyone!

If I could give 100 stars, I would! Ed and Karen are two of the most talented photographers period. They have this amazing eye for photography. I wanted family pictures done for a couple of years now but couldn’t commit to a photographer who I knew would capture our crazy little family (we have a 4 year old and a 18 month old). They were both very patient and allowed the kids to go with the flow and have fun in between shots. The end results were pictures that captured the 4 of us perfectly.
If you are looking to book a photog for any need this is your photographer! We will use them for years to come!!!

Had the pleasure of working w Ed & Karen at Skirball. All 4 of our coordinators at Parasol of Design were impressed w the energy & creativity they put into getting those consistently amazing shots. Low maintenance ninjas who deliver beyond expectations, a coordinator & event designer’s dream team. Definitely adding this dynamic duo to our preferred vendor list.

Wow — if I could give them 10 stars, I would! My company hired Artero Photography to provide a photobooth at a recent conference in San Diego. The photobooth set up itself was easy to use and unobtrusive in the small space (very clean and modern). They branded the photo strips for us — and combined with the really good photos, the output was professional and exactly on the mark.
Beyond the photobooth itself, Ed and Karen were a joy to work with. They were engaged, fun and easy going. I honestly can’t imagine a situation where they would not be the perfect team to work with. They became a part of our team during the conference and we left feeling like we were old friends.
I will finish as I started — if I could give them 10 stars, I would! Perfection!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Karen and Ed! They are the sweetest couple, and hiring Atrero to do our wedding photography is the best decision I ever made! They worked so hard throughout the entire day and captured amazing photos from our wedding that we will forever cherish. They really went above and beyond. Hire Karen and Ed and they will provide you with the best photos you could possibly get. They are talented, professional, and it’s very apparent to me that they love what they do. Thank you guys!

We couldn’t have been happier with our choice to go with Atrero Photography for our wedding. Karen & Ed are unbelievable professionals when it comes to their field.
One moment that stood out the most was when it actually started to rain before our reception. Ed was taking photos of us during that time and he kept us at ease which allowed us to not worry about the potential downpour. The rain quickly went away and before we knew it, Ed was still taking amazing photos of us. It really showed how passionate he is and that regardless of anything, he was determined to not let it ruin our moment.
We would highly recommend their services for any event. They are very easy to work with and didn’t make us feel self conscious when taking our photos.

Karen and Ed are an amazing couple to work with and I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding. They are true artists and takes photography to another level. Not only are they extremely professional, they have such easy going personalities that they just make you feel calm. They’re extremely responsive but are not intrusive. They’re very stress free people and loved loved their personalities. Of course, their work speaks for itself. We searched for various photographers and there are definitely diva photographers out there. You don’t want to deal with additional stress of managing your vendors. I can’t wait to see our final pictures and we feel extremely lucky to have found them!

Atrero Photography recently shot our engagement session and wedding day! When we first asked if they would be able to make a trip to Las Vegas, I had my fingers crossed knowing how far in advance they book AND if they would be willing to travel. I can’t tell you how relieved and excited we were when they said «Yes!» All of our photos have been truly AMAZING and we always hear how much our friends and family love the work they see from Atrero Photography!

I recently received my Wedding Highlight Video. Words cannot describe how beautiful it is. Atrero Photography has gone above and beyond. They truly are fantastic photographers and wonderful people.

Your search for great wedding photographers ends with Atrero Photography. Ed and Karen are truly awesome wedding photographers who want to capture the moments that portray your love for one another. Their easy going and relaxed approach to meeting your needs for wedding photography made it an easy choice for us when we had our wedding earlier this year.
Ed has a keen eye for spotting photo opportunities. During our engagement shoot he utilized everything from shadows on a wall to the color contrast in buildings to create unique backdrops for our shots, all from a simple stroll through the streets of downtown San Diego! We knew from that experience that our wedding photography would be a reflection of the same expertise.
On our wedding day Ed and Karen were not only attentive wedding photographers, they were great hosts to our wedding party. While my husband and I went off to take our couple pictures they had set up food and drinks for our party at Bar Basic, a gesture you would not expect from your wedding photographers. Our wedding party had so much fun and we’ve got some great candid photos to prove it!
We definitely recommend Atrero Photography for your wedding photography needs. Not only will you get amazing moments captured from your wedding you will get an experience that goes above and beyond the simple business transaction. Thank you Ed and Karen! Five star wedding photography and beyond!!!

My sister hired Atrero for her wedding this past Saturday, and I am still blown away by their professionalism, punctuality, and how personable those 2 are! I can not wait to see the amazing images from my little sister’s special day! I absolutely LOVE Team Atrero x100000000

We hired Atrero Photography for our wedding a few years back.
Their portfolio sets them apart from those in the industry of wedding photography.
Being true ninjas and lighting pros, when we received our photos, our jaws dropped.
Amazing! They were stunning. We had a modest wedding, but the look of the photos, it seemed like a classy and imtimate feel to it all.
We also hired them for a second session of photos in our hometown, too. (*We didn’t want to do an engagment session, and instead of taking time between the wedding and reception, we opted to get dressed up again the following weekend for some couple photos.) Those came out awesome, too.
They are great to work with; they listened to our ideas and met our expections 100%.

Ed is an amazing San Diego photographer, but what’s more he’s approachable and down-​to-​earth, which are sometimes difficult attributes to find in skilled professionals. The finished photos I’ve seen by Ed are incredible and honestly he sometimes seem to capture more details that I would probably notice if I was actually at each event he is! He’ll always be highly recommended by me, and I’m sure if you’ve seen his work you’ll share the same sentiments.

San Diego photography class
This class is my most productive day of learning as far as photography is concerned. I learned so much in that one day. I feel that i am more confident that i can be able to do effectively analyse how to properly light a subject in different situations. I dont know Ed that much, but from the way he answered questions and how he offered tips, and insights, i know that those knowledge can only be acquired thru years of experience in the filed as a photographer. He definitely knows his business.

I’ve taken both the Newbie to Ninja & Light LIke a Ninja class and I can 100% tell you that you will walk away feeling much more confident behind the camera. With the lighting class I went in only knowing the bare minimum basics, and now I feel like Ed has given me enough to really get creative with lighting in a way the is practical & efficient during the rush of a wedding day. I had so many questions before and they were answered! It must be the best San photography class out there.
Also, Ed is fun! Meaning your not listening to a monotonous lecture the entire time. He makes it interesting and you are constantly trying out exactly what he just taught. It makes it so much easier to learn that way. HIghly recommend!

San Diego Photography Class
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Atrero photography offers incredible workshops for any amateur to professional photographers. When I say incredible I REALLY mean incredible. If you have a question that you’ve been curious about and cannot find the answer even on the web I HIGHLY suggest going to one of the workshops. Better yet, I suggest you go to the workshop anyway because you’ll honestly learn so many skills and techniques you’d almost be overwhelmed by how much there is to learn about photography. But don’t worry Ed provides you with the power point presentation he uses afterwards so you won’t forget or miss anything. On top of that he encourages Q & A throughout the day so being confused is not an option.
Luckily for me I was honored to be part of «Light Like a Ninja» workshop. From the beginning Ed explains the agenda for the day and a brief description of what we’re going over. By the end of the day you feel the urge to go out and try out the new skills you learned. It’s nothing like a classroom experience. There is a lot of hand on learning and you’d be having so much fun. Overall, I really suggest you go and take any of his workshops! Not only will you learn a lot you will also have tons of fun and meet some great photographers!

Atrero Photography was hands down our favorite vendors from our wedding. My husband and I got married 3 years ago and were completely lost at the beginning of our wedding planning process. But we knew that our photographer had to have 2 things: #1 Take Bomb ass pictures and #2 We had to feel like we’ve known them for years. Ed and Karen fulfilled both those.
Now, a little background on my husband and I… We are both «blinkers.» It’s like our eyes know the exact moment to close when a picture is being taken. So Ed and Karen had their work cut out for them. With that said, our pictures were beyond amazing. When we met Ed and Karen to view our wedding pictures for the first time, we couldn’t help but smile throughout the slideshow. They were not only able to capture the moment in an artistic unique way but also the emotions that we felt at that second. Our pictures look like they were straight out of a magazine. But during our whole engagement shoot and wedding day, they made us feel like having people take our picture is a normal everyday thing. We still get compliments to this day on how incredible our pictures are.
So if you’re looking for a San Diego wedding photographer, definitely check out Atrero Photography. Their images speak for themselves. And it’s just an added bonus that Ed and Karen are crazy cool people to be around.

Atrero Photography aka the Dynamic Ninja Duo were the photographers for my wedding in Laguna Beach. I first met this husband and wife team when they shot my friend’s wedding and since then… they have shot many a weddings I have attended.
Ed and Karen are absolutely amazing. They not only have an eye for design and style that shines through in their brilliant work, but they are also so warm and easy to work with. Their use of lighting and lines in their photography create such unique images with the illusion of dimension and depth. They also take the time to stake out awesome venues and photo ops and DO NOT make you engage in cheesy or awkward poses. They are able to capture such natural and priceless moments that will either bring a smile or tear to your eye.
It’s been 2 years since my wedding day and I still find myself playing the wedding highlights video Ed and Karen so graciously made of our wedding photos. I am still so impressed and amazed at how beautiful the images turned out and could not have asked for a better team to capture that day.

I used Atrero Photography for my wedding in late June 2011 and couldn’t be more pleased with working with the husband and wife team, Ed and Karen, and ecstatic about how beautiful our photos turned out.
Ed and Karen are so professional and passionate about what they do and it comes through the images they capture. My favorite ones were the ones where you didn’t even know they were there. Early on, Karen mentioned that they would be like ninja photographers and she was right! There are little moments that I didn’t get to see during the day but Ed and Karen found a way to get them, so elegantly, on film. Their use of lighting made our images so flattening and classic. So many of our guests were completely taken back on how well they turned out and I’ve had several friends say they wished they knew about Atrero Photography when they were getting married.
I’ve also been to plenty of weddings and have been in several of my friends’ and had to deal with photographers who were pushy, annoying and make the bride, groom and wedding party do the cheesiest of things. This is definitely not Ed and Karen’s style which I so appreciated. They work at finding great photos naturally and effortlessly without putting you or your wedding party or guests in awkward positions. They really let our day unfold naturally and let us be us.
If you want wedding photos that you’ll be proud of forever, then Atrero’s the way to go. You won’t be disappointed.