Man in suit standing in a desert with large rocks and mountains in the background.

About Michael McCaleb


How life makes you appreciate things differently…

When I started out, I enjoyed the parties the most. Twenty five years later, I still enjoy the rug cutting, but I also take special interest in the relationships, and the dynamics, and the people involved. The event industry is a special kind of business that deals in dreams and emotions, details and sounds. Documenting your family and friends is just as important.

Over the years, I’ve come to realize that the moments I capture aren’t just fleeting—they can become treasured memories that grow in value with every passing year.

Black and white photo of a couple at a wedding. The man is in a tuxedo with sunglasses, holding a glass of wine; the woman is in a wedding dress, holding the man's hand, smiling, with decorative hair accessories. They are outdoors, with trees and bushes in the background.

“I don’t direct your moments, I chase them. That’s what makes a film feel real.”


When I shot my first wedding, I had already been filming and editing demo reels for comedians at The Improv during my “day job.” Pretty soon, weddings and events became my main gig.

A wedding ceremony taking place outdoors by the ocean, with a floral arch and a bride and groom standing before an officiant, while bridesmaids and groomsmen stand on either side, all dressed in formal attire.
A tall floral arrangement with white and cream roses on a golden pedestal, surrounded by lush green foliage, placed on a white stand at an outdoor event.

Rave Reviews

When we received the film, we were elated. It captured mine and my husband's love perfectly.

Mary A.

Unobtrusive Documentary Films

I capture luxury weddings without turning them into productions. Your day feels untouched, not orchestrated for content.

I live in Anaheim Hills with my wife and two rescue pups. Skye is the goofy looking Husky. Gracie is the sweetheart German Shepherd/Pittie. My two sons live in Tacoma, WA. I love travel, baseball, standup comedy, and rock music. From the pandemic years, I have a now defunct podcast on Spotify called “Proggy” that’s all about progressive music.

A bride and groom smile at each other outdoors under a tree during their wedding, the bride holding a bouquet of white and red flowers.