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About
Hi, I’m Sam with Teran Productions.
I specialize in documentary-style photography and videography for weddings, events, brands, and businesses throughout Southern California.
My approach is simple: capture real moments without making everything feel overly staged or produced. Whether you need photography, video, or both, I can build the coverage around what you actually need and the final content you want delivered.
With over 20 years of experience behind the camera, I bring professional equipment, clean audio, reliable communication, and a streamlined delivery process to every project.
Tell me a little about your event or project, and I’ll recommend the right coverage.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 47 times
Serves Santa Ana, CA
Background checked
1 employee
3 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
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2025
2024
Services offered
Event type
Wedding
Birthday party
Corporate event
Prom or formal
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.
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Alejandra L.
Jul 2, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
The absolute best experience, the photos turned out beautiful! The video was great, 100% recommend to anyone looking for a photographer/videographer!! Thank you for helping us capture our elopement, so beautifully
Details: Wedding • 20 guests or fewer • Outdoors • Raw footage • Full feature video (30 - 40 minutes) • Highlight video (3 - 4 minutes)
Wedding and Event Videography
Adonis L.
Mar 30, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
It was a delight to work with Sam as our elopement photographer. He was very easy to work with in planning our photography needs. He was able to structure a package for us that met both our budget and vision for capturing our marriage ceremony. He responded quickly to questions. He arrived on time, and was very skilled and professional. And, most importantly, he over-delivered above our expectations. Our photos were beautiful, just as we had imagined. I recommend him if you're looking to capture the special moments of your life.
Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints
Wedding and Event Photography
Shawn P.
Feb 18, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Had a wonderful experience with photography for our private wedding! We were given ample photos to choose from, and we never felt rushed. He was clear with instructions, pricing and what to expect, and delivered on all fronts. The whole experience was professional, warm and comfortable. Would highly recommend! Our photos turned out beautiful.
Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints
Wedding and Event Photography
Nancy G.
Jan 12, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I booked Sam for two separate sessions within days of each other, he was punctual and delivered quality pictures. He took my vision and requests into consideration but, as a photographer, added the finishing touch which made my pictures come out that much better. My daughter’s sweet 16 pics came out amazing and I’d book or refer him in the future.
Details: Birthday party • 50 - 99 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints
Wedding and Event Photography
Sneha j.
Mar 25, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had an amazing experience with Sam! His patience was truly commendable, and the clicks were done with such natural ease. Plus, the edited photos were incredibly high quality.
Sam is an exceptional choice for family photography sessions or any other photographic endeavor you may be considering.
Details: Family or children's portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Credentials
Background Check
Juan Teran
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Photography and videography coverage typically starts at $300/hour, with custom packages available for weddings, events, commercial productions, and hybrid photo + video coverage. Final pricing depends on coverage time, location, editing and deliverables. Tell me about your project and I can recommend the best package for your needs.