Coastal Aperture

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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.

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Hired 38 times

Serves National City, CA

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1 employee

4 years in business

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

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Sean M.

Jan 22, 2026

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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

Sean B.

Jul 7, 2025

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Details: Proposal photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • 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

Grace C.

Nov 4, 2024

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We booked JC to do a family photo session at Balboa Park. The group included 6 adults, 4 kids, and 1 baby. JC did an amazing job of capturing both posed and candid shots of everyone! We did group photos, as well as couples only, kids only, and everything in between. JC was at all times calm, flexible, and supportive! He had great ideas for poses and group shots and kept the session moving to capture as many photos as possible during the golden hour light. JC was very patient and willing to re-do group shots until we got it right, which I very much appreciated! I always worry about managing all the kids during a group photo session (especially when working within a fixed natural light/golden hour time), but JC helped us all stay relaxed and at ease during the session – which totally came across in our photos! My family loves the photos that JC took of us – my niece even commented that it looked like we were in a magazine photoshoot! JC is talented, professional, and friendly. I would definitely hire him again!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Alexis N.

Nov 8, 2024

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Our experience with John was amazing. He’s a fantastic photographer. He’s very professional but also made the whole experience enjoyable. We did not feel rushed and he took his time to ensure everything went well. My fiancée and I loved how the photos came out. 🥳

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Engagement Photography

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