Coastal Aperture

$200

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Photography enthusiasts since 2009. I have been taking classes to further serve you as a client. Let’s talk and plan your ideal shoot and we’ll make it happen.

Overview

Hired 34 times

Serves National City, CA

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1 employee

4 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Photo style

Traditional posed

Candid

Artful composition and lighting

Natural or environmental

Wedding photographer also needed

Yes

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Sean M.

7 days ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Had engagement photos taken by Coastal Aperture and they were beautiful. Many friends and family were also very impressed by how they turned out. He was also very helpful and responsive during planning as well.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Amanda C.

Jul 7, 2025

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A week before traveling to San Diego I reached out to John for a quick ~15 minute photo session with my family (4 and 2 y/o), I wanted quick for the kids attention span. He responded almost instantly and was super flexible in finding the right day/time during our trip and accommodating kid schedules. He arrived on time and was generous in staying past the 15 minute mark as the kids were actually loving it. He was so gentle and engaging with the kids and was even willing to get himself wet to get the right shots once the kids wandered into the water. He delivered the photos very quickly and they were PHENOMENAL! Perfectly candid and capturing all of the smiles and love that was had at the beach that day. Thanks so much, John!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Sean B.

Jul 7, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography

Nancy F.

Sep 24, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

This photograph is perfect. Very relaxed and non-assuming

Details: Family or children's portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Ava V.

Aug 23, 2025

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LOVE these photos!💗💗 John is the best! Super friendly and kind! Will definitely work with him again!

Details: Solo portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location

Portrait Photography

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John Bautista

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