For the couples who hate posing.
Honest, film-led wedding stories
for the rule-breakers

LOS ANGELES—Las Vegas—NEW YORK

  • Happy wedding guests smiling and celebrating outdoors.
  • Elegant couple in vintage-inspired wedding attire at night.
  • Romantic wedding couple in tuxedo and dress, smiling outdoors.
  • Beautiful bride and groom sharing a joyful moment on their wedding day.
  • Elegant wedding dress with couple's hands intertwined, capturing intimacy and love.
  • Romantic couple sharing a dance in an urban subway setting, capturing passion and connection.
  • Elegant wedding couple seated on a wooden platform in a lush outdoor setting.

our first
attentive “hello”

I’m Vital (pr. Vi-tɑl). Wedding and elopement photographer based in Los Angeles. I document marriages, not productions. Real moments with people dearest to your heart.

I’ve witnessed ceremonies everywhere, from well-known venues in New York to parents’ backyards in California. What matters is never the location. It’s the in-between moments. The quiet looks. The laughter that wasn’t planned.

Aesthetic Sabotage was founded in 2018 to push back against insincere wedding photography and make space for something honest. Every celebration has its own rhythm. My super-power is to notice it and preserve it.

If you want your wedding documented as it actually felt, you’re in the right place.

ABOUT ME

Vital Wilsh

Groom sitting at a table with a flower vase, showcasing sophisticated wedding at.
A newlywed couple dancing under a big stone arch with trees in the background.

Why work with Aesthetic Sabotage?

Inclusivity

As an inclusive wedding photographer, I celebrate love in all its forms. My commitment to inclusivity means creating a safe and welcoming space for couples of diverse colors, cultures, backgrounds and identities.

experience

From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, my team and I have been a part of diverse settings and scenarios. Our 8+ years of experience not only guarantee that we have “been there, done that” but also provide you with the peace of mind that comes from entrusting your special day to seasoned professionals.

Video & Super 8

Simple and fun, with a blend of real audio from your vows and the best music. Our hybrid photo/video packages will give you the most cherished moments filmed and edited to match the feel of your wedding photo gallery.

35mm & 120 film

With its classic aesthetic and unparalleled depth, film photography adds a nostalgic charm to your images that cannot be replicated digitally. Integrating film into your wedding photography experience, you’re preserving memories in a medium that transcends time.


REVIEWS

  • Oh where do I start with Vital and Aesthetic Sabotage! What a guy, and what a team! As soon as he enters a room his energy and joy bring smiles to everyone’s face, he is constantly ensuring that everyone is having a great time. His photos are the most gorgeous things I have ever seen, the style in which he shoots and edits is so classic and yet whimsical they should be hung up in museums.
    Emily & Jared
  • We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience with our wedding photographer Vital! We had a small, intimate ceremony at city hall with just a couple of loved ones, and he made the entire day feel special and captured every moment beautifully.
    The photographs themselves were beyond our expectations. They were exactly what we had hoped for – lightly edited, timeless in style.
    Mark & Andy
  • Vital is so talented, a joy to work with, and we could not be happier with our elopement photos. The photos are absolutely beautiful and Vital did an amazing job with giving us direction at each location and he also helped us create the perfect timeline for our day. Our friends and family have all commented on how amazing the photos are – they look like they are from a wedding magazine!
    Sierra & John
  • From the very beginning, my wife and I felt so at ease when coordinating and communicating with Vital. He was a perfect addition to our day, since his positive energy was infectious. Vital not only fit in with our celebration, but he elevated our experience by going above and beyond with logistics on how to best capture the ceremony for our memories.
    Alexa + Spencer
Elegant wedding cake with white roses and greenery.


HOW to book aesthetic sabotage

1. say hello

Send me a quick message via my inquiry form below with the details about your celebration, and I will respond within 24 hours.

2. let’s talk

We will set up a quick Zoom/FaceTime call to get to know each other and chat about your wedding or elopement. After the first call, I will prepare a proposal tailored to your unique occasion.

3. book me

Submit the proposal, and we will move forward to a contract. Your date is officially locked in once the contract is signed and a retainer is paid.

INQUIRE TODAY
weddings
From $4,500

Celebrate among your families and friends the most surreal day in your life. I will be your most attentive, supportive, and respectful guest with a few cameras around my neck to document it all.

elopements
From $2,800

Escape a big celebration by saying your vows at a city hall, vista, or some epic destination. I will guide you through the planning and itinerary for your perfect celebration of love and commitment.

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frequently asked questions

how far in advance should we book you for our wedding?

I encourage you to contact me about your date and event as early as possible. Some couples book me two years in advance; others message me a few months before their wedding. A signed contract and a paid retainer fee of $1000 will lock in the date with me.

Do you travel? What are your travel fees?

YES! I’d love to be part of your celebration, no matter where it takes place. I have destination packages for the US and beyond.
Inquire and share your plans with me.

Do you work on your own or with assistants?

I cover two-thirds of weddings solo. However, for larger weddings with 100+ guests, I recommend including a second photographer in your wedding package. We also offer hybrid photo and video packages for those seeking the best of both worlds in one package with at least one photographer and one videographer.

How long will it take to see our gallery?

My turnaround time varies by season. Typically, you receive your full wedding gallery within 6 weeks. Within one week, you can also expect to receive a preview gallery to share with your friends and family while waiting for the full gallery.

What’s your backup plan if you can’t photograph our wedding as planned?

I will do my best to be present on your day. I’ve never missed a wedding or an engagement session, but emergencies/accidents may happen. That’s why I have a backup plan shared with my associate and my family. I am a member of a professional wedding photographers’ community that is ready to step in should I need a substitute photographer.

Can we see your full wedding galleries?

You should! Here is my portfolio page with wedding galleries that my clients agreed to share with other couples in love

Portfolio
Two hands reaching out, symbolizing love and connection in wedding moments.

the JOURNAL

Explore more of my work and things I enjoy doing in my blog section. From weddings & elopements to travel recommendations and gear lists.

Why I became a wedding photographer in Los Angeles, California

It’s one of these moments when I need to write a summary about myself to boost my home page for search engines and make it easier for couples like you to find my website. Instead, I want to say a few words about why I love what I do. The first time I intentionally picked a camera up was over 15 years ago. Photography has been my form of meditation and creative freedom ever since. I used to bring my old film cameras to school field trips and family gatherings.

I hadn’t thought about wedding photography as my full-time job up until late 2015, when I thought one night—why not? Being my own boss, have freedom in my work, meet cool people and travel to new places every week. Of course, I over-romanticized this path and didn’t know all the hardships of becoming a freelancer, artist, and business owner all in one back then. However, the older and wiser me is still very happy with the choice I made over 10 years ago.

After eight fulfilling years in New York, my wife Tereza and I moved to Los Angeles. Now, we call California our home. California is perfect for our active lifestyle as we enjoy cycling, skiing, and almost all other outdoor activities, and I couldn’t be happier about this new chapter in our lives.

Get In Touch

If you’re looking for a photographer and you connect with my work,
I would love to hear from you!

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