HELIOS IMAGES

See why our warm + natural wedding photojournalism ranks among the top 30 in the world as we focus on loving, fun, quirk-filled family moments from SF Bay to everywhere.

We Are

Helios Images is the wedding + family arm of photographer Douglas Despres. Next door or around the world, Doug whirls his cameras while feeling like an old family friend. Near 800 weddings shot from Big Sur to Bangkok, Doug is listed as one of the top 30 talents in the world by the WPJA. Published by Style Me Pretty, Brides, NPR, Le Magnifique, Huffpost, Rock n' Roll Bride, Snippet + Ink, Still Love Film and others.

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We Do

Doug and other talents brought on for larger events, are photographers and filmmakers that visually sing your family legacy. The main work we do is weddings, both big and small, and also lovely engagement + honeymoon sessions. Doug does both location and studio based portraits. Outside of Helios, Doug is a reportage and portrait photographer, working with NGO's + non profits, newspapers, magazines, artists, and brands.  

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Experience

Near 800 wedding events in every light, size and color from Big Sur to Oahu to Bangkok. A true photojournalist, Doug has worked with five newspapers, earned an art degree in photography, and specializes in true natural moments.

Preferred Lists

Post Ranch Inn, Auberge Du Soleil, Glen Oaks, Cavallo Point, Big Sur Stone House, Wind & Sea Estate, and the Big Sur River Inn.

“Do.. or do not. There is no try.” - Yoda

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