St. Augustine & Jacksonville

Photography in St. Augustine

We get the shot. You stay stress-free.

As the photographer for the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, Sing Out Loud Festival, and Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Festival, we know how to capture events without disrupting them. From concert photography to lifestyle brand product shoots, we deliver professional imagery while keeping your experience easy and stress-free.

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10+ Years
200+ Events
5.0 Rating
50+ Reviews

What Our Clients Say

50+ five-star reviews on Google

★★★★★

So great to work with! Diego was fun and made the entire experience really easy. The final outcome was exceptional.

Megan Vidal

★★★★★

The quality of your work, professionalism, and attention to detail are well above standard. I am very grateful.

Isabelle Renault

★★★★★

The photos are absolutely incredible—I LOVE them! Your attention to detail really showed in the final product.

Anna Gilbert

★★★★★

Diego and First Sight Films were instrumental to the success of our video project. He went above and beyond.

Marcus Fung

★★★★★

His team was responsive in their replies. They took great photos and video clips for our exhibition design business.

Quatrefoil Associates

★★★★★

The recording looks and sounds way better than I thought it could. Stoked this resource is here in St. Augustine.

Kelsey May

★★★★★

Diego did an incredible job capturing our event! He has a great eye for detail. The final product exceeded our expectations.

John Kersey

★★★★★

They made the whole family feel so comfortable in front of the camera and the photos came out absolutely stunning!

Emma Parmar

★★★★★

Diego & Trista delivered high-quality photo, video, and audio that really helped us tell our organization's story.

Laura Baldwin

★★★★★

He made it comfortable and easy. The equipment was top-notch and professionally operated.

Chris Minnis

★★★★★

What a fabulous experience! Diego makes it easy, and makes you look great too.

Amy Angelilli

★★★★★

The videos were absolutely spectacular! They completely captured our vibe and definitely made us look cool!

HMA Mortgage

★★★★★

The entire process from booking to the final video deliverables, everything was professionally done.

Melanie Schuler

★★★★★

They took beautiful photos of my wife and I's special day! They made the photo shoot fun.

Logan

★★★★★

Diego exceeded all my expectations with his fantastic photography! He flawlessly captured the essence of my event.

LA Tango Academy

★★★★★

Diego did an amazing job at capturing the perfect moments during our tango event. He's calm and very professional.

Manon Narbonne

★★★★★

The photos were lovely. The moments were captured so beautifully. He has a very calming energy.

Sharath Raj

★★★★★

Diego went above and beyond to make my promo video beautiful and personalized. Highly recommend.

Lauren Shirer

★★★★★

He has an eye for consistency and insightful commentary that is above and beyond most professionals.

Jewel Rechsteiner

★★★★★

His pricing was fair and transparent and the photos were perfect. I highly recommend Diego.

Raychill Muller

Our Approach to Photography

Professional results without the stress.

We're professionals who know what's important: our clients have an easy, stress-free time while we get the shot. You shouldn't have to worry about the photography — that's our job.

During events, we prioritize client and attendee experience. We capture the moments without disrupting the flow — working around your schedule, not the other way around.

During product shoots, we prioritize the vibe on set by "fixing it in pre-production" — planning thoroughly so we have room to go with what's working on the day of the shoot.

We've photographed corporate events, convention centers, meeting rooms, concerts, state parks, national parks, and everything in between.

How It Works

Simple, professional photography for busy teams.

1

Brief

Tell us about your event, project, or needs. We'll discuss shot lists, timing, and deliverables.

2

Shoot

We arrive prepared and work efficiently. For events, we capture key moments without disrupting the flow.

3

Deliver

Edited high-resolution images delivered via online gallery within less than 1 week.

Investment

Transparent pricing for professional photography.

Event Coverage

Starting at $1,200

  • Half-day coverage (4 hours)
  • 100+ edited images
  • Online gallery delivery
  • 1-2 week turnaround
  • Full-day rates available
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Brand Photography

Starting at $1,500

  • Half-day shoot
  • Multiple setups/locations
  • Team or environment focused
  • 40+ final images
  • Usage rights included
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We've completed multiple seasonal apparel shoots for the St. Augustine Amphitheatre's merchandise line.

Service Area

Based in St. Augustine, photographing events across Northeast Florida.

Primary Areas

  • St. Augustine
  • Jacksonville
  • Ponte Vedra Beach
  • St. Johns County

Also Serving

  • Palm Coast
  • Daytona Beach
  • Gainesville
  • Orlando (travel fee)

Photography FAQs

How much does commercial photography cost in St. Augustine?

Event coverage starts at $1,200 for half-day (4 hours) with 100+ edited images. Brand photography starts at $1,500 for a half-day shoot with 40+ images. Product photoshoots for lifestyle brands and apparel start at $4,500 for a full day. All sessions include edited, high-resolution images delivered digitally.

What types of photography does First Sight Films offer?

We specialize in event photography and lifestyle brand product photography, particularly apparel shoots. We're the photographer for the St. Augustine Amphitheatre (including their seasonal merchandise line), Sing Out Loud Festival, and Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Festival. We also photograph corporate events, conferences, and brand imagery.

How quickly will I receive my photos?

Standard turnaround is 1-2 weeks for edited images. Event photography can be delivered faster when needed — same-day social media selects are available for an additional fee.

Do you offer video and photography together?

Yes, we frequently combine photo and video coverage for events and brand projects. Bundling services is more efficient and cost-effective than hiring separate vendors.

What makes First Sight Films different from other photographers?

We prioritize your experience as much as the final images. During events, we capture moments without disrupting the flow. During product shoots, we 'fix it in pre-production' — planning thoroughly so we have room to go with what's working on the day of the shoot. We've photographed corporate events, convention centers, concerts, state parks, national parks, and everything in between.

What areas do you serve for photography?

We're based in St. Augustine and serve clients throughout Northeast Florida, including Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St. Johns County, and Palm Coast. We also travel for larger projects — we've shot in national parks across the country.