When Steven Spielberg needed a camera operator for War of the Worlds, Ed Gutentag was on that crew. Before that, The Shawshank Redemption. After that, Ant-Man. Over 100 credits across 35 years of professional film.
That eye doesn't retire when he moves to the beach. He still sees the frame before it exists. He still knows where the light is going. He still knows how to put people at ease in front of a camera.
No other photographer on the Emerald Coast has stood behind a camera on a Spielberg set. That's not a marketing line — it's a matter of record.
Something more specific? Anniversaries, gender reveals, milestone trips, surprise proposals — message Ed and he'll let you know if it's a fit. Most things are.
Ed did the shot we asked him to do — then went the extra mile and took a different shot on his own. It turned my ad into a double-page spread. We were thrilled.
For summer golden-hour slots (June–August) book 3–4 weeks out — those dates fill fast. Spring break weeks go even faster. For fall and winter sessions 1–2 weeks is usually enough. When in doubt, reach out: Ed responds the same day and will let you know what's available.
Every session is 30 minutes unless more time is agreed upon. You receive 15 color-corrected images, and all photos from the session are yours. Additional photos can be color-corrected on request for an additional fee. No packages to decode, no surprise add-ons — what you see on the pricing page is what you pay.
Rain and storms get rescheduled — no penalty, no lost deposit. Ed watches the forecast and will reach out proactively if conditions look bad. Overcast skies are actually great for portraits (soft, even light), so mild cloud cover isn't a reason to reschedule.
Yes — cinematic drone is available as an add-on to any session for $125, or as a standalone from $125. Ed is FAA-certified. Just mention it when you book and he'll build it into the plan. The Emerald Coast from above, with you in the frame, is hard to beat.
Yes — Ed takes a small number of couples each season, which means no junior associate showing up instead of the person you hired. Engagement and wedding rates are discussed directly based on scope and date. Reach out early — these slots go first.
A 50% deposit secures your date — the balance is due on the day of the session. Ed accepts all major credit cards. Nothing complicated, no surprise charges. If you need to reschedule, your deposit moves with you.
Something else on your mind?
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"Beautifully put together. Inviting. Brilliant photography of people and the locale. Am particularly fond of the beach photos and consider them to be truly fine art."
Deena Self
"Ed is extremely talented. His work is top notch, and he is also a wonderful person to work with. I highly recommend him! 10/10"
Holly Chaney
"Ed has a great eye and talent. He's not a niche photographer — his photos are amazing whether it's landscapes, portraits or sports."
Kathi D · Local Guide
"Working with Ed was a fantastic experience. He is super creative and funny. As a person who doesn't like being in front of the camera — he made it easy."
Teri Vega