"G" is for Gordon Kelly Photography

Gordon Kelly Photography

Gordon Kelly is a photographer in San Jose, CA. He has been in the business for 21 years!

How Gordon Got Started in the Business

Gordon began photographing landscapes while working at the county. A few folks saw the images he was creating and asked if they were up for sale. "All of a sudden a light bulb went on- ‘making money, doing what I love?'” It was an easy answer. He started with family and children’s portraiture and then added weddings. Now weddings are his primary focus. Gordon talks about his inspiration, "I’m a people person and enjoy capturing all the emotion of a wedding day."

About Gordon Kelly

Gordon took a few dark room classes in college and lots of weeklong photography schools through professional associations. He was awarded Master of Photography through PPA in 1995. He has also won several awards through PPGBA and was named Photographer of the Year in consecutive years by PP of Santa Clara Valley.

Gordon loves when his clients look at their album for the first time. That is what he loves most about his job. Besides his job, Gordon loves his wife and five year-old son. "Trisha is the heartbeat of my soul and Evan is the light of my life." He also enjoys softball, gardening and cheering on the A’s, 49ers and Sharks!

Gordon's Wedding Experiences

Gordon and his assistant work about 22-25 weddings a year. Gordon jokes about his favorite type of bride to work with, "One whose check doesn’t bounce :0) Err, uh…I meant one who is on time and gives me the time to create."

After the wedding, the images are posted online about 10-14 days later. Couples have up to 6 months to place their album order. The hottest trend in photography right now is a modern look that is more lifestyle, and a lot of texture screens over the images.

Gordon's most unusual request was when a couple wanted to do an engagement session where they met IN A PARKING LOT! Gordon has photographed a few local professional athletes and also a few themed weddings (renaissance, 20’s, softball).

Pricing and Advice to Brides on How to Save Money

Gordon has a Commission that includes unlimited locations, myself and an associate photographer for up to 8 hours, online proofing for up to 6 months and a slideshow DVD of wedding images (up to 50 images). Everything else is Ala Carte.

Brides can save money by not bothering with the disposable cameras on the tables. "I have yet to find a bride who thought the money spent was worth it."

Gordon Kelly Photography
15132 Bel Escou Drive, San Jose
Office Hours: by Appointment only

Phone Number: 408-559-3144
www.gordonkellyphoto.com