Business Details
47 Years
experience
Award-Winning Photography & Videography Services in Santa Rosa, CA
Creative Light Productions has been delivering exceptional photography and videography services since 1979, establishing itself as a trusted leader in visual storytelling. Our founder, David Ludwig, brings decades of award-winning expertise in both photography and broadcast television production, ensuring every project benefits from technical mastery and artistic vision. Specializing in weddings, corporate events, and commercial video production, we serve clients across Sonoma, Marin, Napa, and the broader Bay Area. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our extensive list of accolades, including national awards for documentary work and Sadie Awards for video excellence. We offer both studio and on-location services, with capabilities ranging from senior portraits to cinematic wedding videos.Our team maintains memberships in prestigious industry organizations like Professional Photographers of America and the Bay Area Video Coalition. With a focus on personalized service, we work closely with clients to create tailored visual narratives that capture life's most important moments. Our technical capabilities include multi-camera production, digital effects, and broadcast-quality editing. For over four decades, we have combined experience, innovation, and professionalism to deliver results that exceed expectations. Whether documenting a corporate event or preserving wedding memories, our dedication to excellence remains unwavering.
Services
Wedding Photography
Commercial Video
Senior Portraits
Family Portraits
Broadcast Production
Event Videography
Photo Retouching
Glamour Photography
Documentary Production
Corporate Video
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Award-winning photographer with 45+ years of experience since 1979
- Recipient of national Sadie Awards and CPB Public Television honors
- Offer both photography and videography services for comprehensive coverage
- Serve Sonoma, Marin, Napa, and Bay Area counties with local expertise
- Maintain broadcast-quality production standards for all video projects
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
- Professional Videographers of the North Bay (PVNB)
- Bay Area Video Coalition (BAVC)
- Professional Photographers of the Redwood Empire (PPRE)
What people say
Great job
Beautifully preserved
Professional effort
Fantastic video
Excellent videographer
Services
Wedding Photography
Creative Light Productions offers comprehensive wedding photography services capturing every moment from preparation to reception. Our approach blends traditional and photojournalistic styles with digital effects and black-and-white options. With David Ludwig's 25+ years of wedding photography experience and numerous industry awards, couples receive premium quality images that preserve their special day forever. Our packages start at $1,600 and include consultation, preview albums, and online sharing options.
Commercial Video
We produce high-quality commercial video content for businesses and organizations. Our services include multi-camera production, computer graphics, special effects, and professional editing. David Ludwig's 15 years of broadcast experience with PBS and CBS, plus awards for corporate video work, ensure polished results that meet industry standards. Clients benefit from concept-to-completion support and broadcast-quality deliverables tailored to their specific needs.
Senior Portraits
Our senior portrait sessions start at $65 and include creative posing, backdrop options, and personalized styling. We offer both studio and location photography with professional makeup and hairstyling services available. The sessions focus on capturing each student's individuality through varied poses and environmental elements, with packages including yearbook-ready images and print options.
Family Portraits
We specialize in family portraits for special occasions and annual documentation. Sessions include location scouting, color coordination advice, and creative posing for groups up to 20 people. Our approach combines artistic composition with relaxed atmosphere to capture authentic family dynamics, with both studio and outdoor options available across Sonoma County.
Documentary Production
With extensive experience in documentary filmmaking, we create compelling visual narratives for broadcast and private use. Our work includes award-winning productions like 'Pomo Basketweavers' that aired nationally on PBS. Services cover full production cycles from concept development to final editing, utilizing professional equipment and techniques to create impactful, story-driven content.
People
David Ludwig
Owner/Photographer
Award-winning photographer and videographer with 45+ years experience. Recipient of national Sadie Awards and CPB honors. Specializes in weddings, corporate events, and documentary production.
Questions
What areas do you serve for photography and videography?
We primarily serve Sonoma, Marin, and Napa counties, with studio locations in Rohnert Park and Santa Rosa, CA.
Do you offer both photography and videography services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive photography and videography services including weddings, corporate events, and commercial productions.
What experience do you have with wedding photography?
David Ludwig has been a wedding photographer since 1979, with 25+ years of professional experience and multiple industry awards.
Are senior portrait packages available?
Yes, senior portraits start at $65 with options for studio or location sessions and includes yearbook-ready images.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact us directly for current payment options and booking procedures.
Can you accommodate special requests for events?
Yes, our experienced production crew can accommodate special requests for weddings and corporate events.
Videos
Reviews (1)
Kris Kfvd
Dec 15, 2015
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We procrastinated and decided we wanted to hire a videographer only 2 weeks before our daughters July wedding. David at Creative Light was more than accomadating and worked to fit us in. His flexibility, patience, creative & technical knowledge helped to make her beautiful wedding a memory that we could re-live over & over thanks to his video. We cannot believe we actually considered not having a video & are so grateful that Creative Light delivered what we consider to be a beautiful work of art.
