SD WEDDING FILMS
PHOTOGRAPHY + CINEMA
OUR CREATIVE PHILOSOPHY
More Than One Way to Remember
Photography and film preserve different dimensions of a wedding. A photograph can hold a glance, a gesture, or a moment of beauty forever. Film adds the voices, movement, laughter, and subtle changes in expression that unfold as the moment happens.
Together, they create a fuller record of the day—one that allows you to both see it and feel it again.
Our experience in filmmaking has shaped the way we approach everything we create, including photography. We look beyond individual portraits and beautiful compositions to document emotion, relationships, and the larger story unfolding throughout the day.
Film may be at the heart of our studio, but photography is never treated as secondary. Each is approached as a complete art form, thoughtfully created to preserve your wedding in a different and equally meaningful way.
OUR STORY
Built Through More Than a Decade of Weddings
Our story began with wedding photography in 2015 and gradually grew into something larger. As we documented more celebrations, filmmaking became an increasingly important part of how we preserved them—not only how the day looked, but how it sounded, moved, and felt.
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That experience became the foundation of SD Wedding Films: a studio created to offer couples thoughtful storytelling, dependable service, and meaningful ways to preserve more than a handful of highlights.
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Over the years, we’ve learned that the moments couples value most are not always the ones anyone planned. They are the nervous laughter before the ceremony, the voices of the people they love, and the brief interactions that become more meaningful with time. Those are the moments our studio is built to notice and preserve.
The Team
Experienced People. One Shared Standard.
SD Wedding Films is owned and led by husband-and-wife team Jacob and Christina. Together, they guide the studio’s creative direction, client experience, and the work produced by our team throughout Southern California and Central Texas.
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Every member of our team is selected and trusted to represent the same creative approach, professional standards, and couple-first experience. We are down-to-earth, supportive, and focused on making each wedding feel comfortable, organized, and genuinely enjoyable from beginning to end.​
Owner | Studio Director
Christina Gleim
As studio director, Christina is your main point of contact from the first consultation through delivery of your polished photos and films. She guides the entire experience with care, ensuring your vision is understood, every detail is handled, and what you imagined is beautifully brought to life.
Owner | Creative Director
Jacob Gleim
Down-to-earth, straightforward, and highly dependable, Jacob brings creativity, thoughtful preparation, and practical problem-solving to the studio. His priority is making sure couples feel supported while every important detail is handled with care.
Cinematographer
Zac
Kind, dependable, and highly professional, Zac brings a positive presence to every wedding he documents. He shares our studio’s commitment to helping couples feel comfortable, working smoothly with the vendor team, and approaching each part of the day with care.
Cinematographer
Jerry
Calm and respectful, Jerry helps create an experience that feels comfortable and well supported. He approaches each wedding with care, works seamlessly alongside other vendors, and remains focused on the couple throughout the day.
Photographer & Cinematographer
KC
Fun and naturally easy to connect with, KC brings genuine care and charisma to every celebration. She follows the studio’s shared approach while helping couples feel relaxed, supported, and confident in front of the camera.
Photographer & Cinematographer
Myong
Creative, thoughtful, and grounded, Myong approaches every wedding with patience and professionalism. His focus remains on supporting the couple, staying attentive to the day as it unfolds, and representing the studio’s shared creative standards.
Cinematographer
Alex
Professional and easy to work with, Alex approaches every wedding with care and attention. He remains focused on making the experience easy for the couple while following the same creative direction and standards shared across the studio.
Photographer & Cinematographer
Makaela
Warm and down-to-earth, Makaela brings a welcoming presence to every wedding she photographs. Her focus is on supporting the couple, working collaboratively with the vendor team, and creating imagery consistent with the studio’s established style.
