Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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Photographers in Oakland, CA

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Wow Studio 8

5.0

Fallbrook, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Welcome. Award-winning photographers, we are a small team of artists specialize in high-end photography, video production, graphic design, make-up, and styling. We service clients around the world and willing to travel to any locations. If you like to get more information, and you can contact us via the contact form below. Photography has allowed him to travel the globe sharing pivotal milestones and personal events with the people who entrust him to capture these priceless memories and allow him to tell their story your way

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My wedding was a few months ago and I came across Wowstuduo8, our photographer is extremely patient with us. His team did an amazing job with our photos, I love it!! Highly recommend, what a great experience. Believe me brides (and grooms) it’s one less stress if you find the right photographer.
Amy &., 2 years ago
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Picturist Photography

5.0

Aptos, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

My style of photography is rooted in photojournalism, influenced by the fine arts. The result is creative, clean, and crisp wedding photography that’s romantic, emotional, and lively. I transform your wedding day mementos into personalized works of art while also capturing subtle yet powerful expressions as they naturally unfold.

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I had read in a wedding magazine that you should hire a photographer who feels like a friend so that you are happy they are there on the day. Danieka met me for coffee in Monterey before we signed our contract and she was SO nice. Once we signed the contract, she started to send me recommendations for other vendors, suggested wedding timelines, and little pieces of advice she had picked up from other weddings (not too often - just 3-4 really informative emails throughout the year that we were planning and she was really responsive if I had questions). On the wedding day, she was prompt, really kind and struck an incredible balance between making sure that we had the pictures we wanted, but also that we were able to enjoy the day and not spend too much time taking pictures. I felt so happy she was there. Now, one week after our wedding, with just the pictures to look back on, we are SO happy that we booked her.
Nicola W., a year ago
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Dominic Trujillo Photography & Videography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am an artist and a hopeless romantic. For me, taking photos has always been a way to not only express myself but to connect with the people around me. Documenting life and love has become second nature to me over the last 5 years as a wedding photographer.

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Dominic is an INCREDIBLY talented photographer! Him and his wife not only are artistically talented but working with them was so fun and relaxing! My fiancé HATES taking photos and they were able to capture amazing candid natural shots while allowing the more formal shots be fun and enjoyable. They were so great at corralling our large families but they were so respectful and made it STRESS FREE! Not to mention the final product photos were CHEFS KISS! I can’t recommend them enough! You won’t regret it!
Cristina + N., a year ago
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Mattie ONeill

5.0

Joshua Tree, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi! I’m Mattie - An Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographer based in Southern California, Serving Couples Like You Who are Planning Your Day Completely Void of Traditional Expectations! I'm not just in the business of wedding photography; I’m in the art of storytelling. My mission is to emotionally invest in you, to bring out your unique love in a vibrant, nostalgic, and profoundly personal way. I’m passionate about capturing the joyous spontaneity that makes your love story, well, yours! I’m a firm believer that life is all about your uniqueness and individuality, so why should your wedding day reflect anything other than that?

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Mattie was absolutely amazing. She had Cindy with her, who was also fantastic! They were easy to talk to at and leading up to the wedding. Mattie really listened to our wants and needs. She sent us sneak peaks so quick, and they are all amazing!! We cannot wait to see everything she captured. I highly recommend booking Mattie!!!
Sandra & M., 3 months ago
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Natural Images Photo Video

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

In business since 1992, Natural Images Photo Video provides a very unique photography and videography package specifically tailored to wedding couples. Our most popular package is our 'combo' All-Inclusive Photography and Videography Package.

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They are the sweetest folks to work with. We had always wanted a video package but could not find an affordable option. Billy and Miss Cheryl did BOTH! We got photos and videos for two days and they even live streamed our wedding to our family overseas. Billy's photos are insane gorgeous and Cheryl's video captured everything we had dreamed of. I highly recommend them to everyoone wanting a amazing wedding.
Megan M., 10 months ago
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Eszter Timea Photography

5.0

Morgan Hill, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, it's nice to meet you! I am Eszter, Wedding and Portrait Photographer, located in San Francisco Bay Area. Fueled by equal parts of hot chocolate with whipped cream and passion, I spend my days capturing images that make you stop, smile and ask time to please slow down. Life is beautiful, just like your story and your love and I can’t wait to capture it in images you will treasure for years.

Eszter was incredibly easy to work with, and when I initially reached out to ask if she was available for photos mentioning that we were doing a small and rather non-traditional wedding in the backyard, there was zero judgment. She went with the flow and put my mind at ease that she would work with whatever was in place. I spoke to a number of other photographers who had so many requirements and made it feel like they were doing you a huge favor, whereas Eszter really made us feel like she wanted to be a part of our day and capture each and every moment. Never did she try to sell us expensive add-ons outside of our budget, and she was incredibly responsive. Eszter is such a pleasure to work with, my entire family was thrilled to have her taking photos - she made us all feel at ease. And to top it off, her photos are beautiful! She captures the lighting, the expressions and candid moments, and also helps you pose naturally. I would highly recommend and hope to work with her again for future photos!
Sydnee & M., 2 years ago
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Aryk Copley Photography

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Welcome! My name is Aryk, I’m a self-taught artist who built my skills from the ground up. My experience in photojournalism and street photography combined with my love of fine art are the foundation of my style. My approach to weddings is that of a documentarian and a witness. My couples are folks who value quality and intimacy, and want their wedding day illustrated with a unique album filled with artful candids, punctuated by breathtaking fine art portraiture.

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Aryk was friendly and responsive. We had an engagement shoot with him and our dogs, and he was wonderful! On the day of our wedding he showed up with a wonderful presence and put us at ease. We gave him a shot list of family photos and he executed it perfectly. He captured all of the important moments both planned and impromptu. He even taught us how to pin a boutonniere when it proved more complicated than we had expected. Our wedding photos are absolutely incredibly and we will cherish them for the rest of our lives. We cannot recommend Aryk enough!
Mirandi, 7 months ago
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Mindful Media Photography

5.0

Nevada City, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Oakland, CA

"Life's and Adventure, Let's Capture it!" The Mission: To capture the true and beautiful essence of a being, in an amazing natural location, while creating memories of a lifetime! Hey guys! I'm an adventure photographer and specialize in adventure elopements, wedding and lifestyle portraits! My all time favorite thing to do in this life, is to travel and see as many amazing places as I can. So I mix my two favorite things to do in the world together and create some amazing memories and photos that last a lifetime!

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Angie is a phenomenal photographer! My husband and I had such a great time with her at our wedding! She is truly an artist! We were looking for an LGBTQ friendly photographer to capture our wedding when we found Angie. She truly fit in with us and our guests. She sent us emails leading up to our wedding reminding us to get sleep and to be calm. If you are looking for a photographer to capture your special day look no further Angie is the one for you. To our LGBTQ family Angie is a rockstar and truly supports us! Thank you so much Angie! Brandon & Ken Bouch
Kenneth P., 3 years ago
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Christin Sofka Photography

5.0

Chattanooga, TN
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration. I prioritize good communication, real connection & clear expectations with my clients. I want you to not only love the final photos you receive, but the entire experience that gets you there. When I’m not working, I’m probably reading, traveling or enjoying a local brewery with my husband, Trey. I can’t wait to meet you and hear all about your love story!

If you are looking for a photographer who will listen to you, be the calm in the chaos, help you be in the moment, and document your day in the most true and authentically beautiful way then Christin is your girl. She is not only wildly talented but she is thoughtful, kind, and so organized. I have both had my photos taken by her and worked along side her as a fellow vendor and she is truly amazing. Christin will deliver photos to you that will give you the warm fuzzies and make you feel the moment all over again! I can not say enough great things about her.
Kristen Thomison Photo, 3 months ago
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Dzen Documentary

5.0

Los Gatos, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hello My name is Andris Dzeguze I am a creative eye behind Dzen Documentary. I discovered my passion for photography in my grandfather's darkroom, and it has been an integral part of my identity. The ability to freeze moments in time and craft visual stories with light has captivated me for a long time. In my portfolio, you'll uncover what sets me apart: Showcased in publications such as Vanity Fair and Wall Street Journal Magazine. Featured photographer at NYC Fashion Week. Serving as a brand ambassador for a renowned camera brand. Engaged in impactful documentary art projects. Capturing the essence of weddings across the United States.

As a seasoned wedding photographer myself, I have had the privilege of working alongside Andris for the past three years. It has not just been a professional collaboration, he is a master in storytelling, artistry, and connecting with everyone he touches. Andris always arrives early for our weddings/events, meticulously setting up and ensuring that all details are perfect before the first click of the shutter. He has a very calm demeanor and is always a beacon of stability, even in the most unpredictable situations. Working with him has always been a joy. But Andris's talent goes far beyond punctuality and professionalism. He has an uncanny ability to find the extraordinary in the ordinary, transforming any moments into memorable snapshots of the client's special day. His artistic vision is unique, and he uses light (both natural and artificial), composition, and emotion to weave narratives that resonate deeply with our clients. Besides the technical know-how Andris possesses, he has a gift for connecting with people, which is a critical trait to have as a wedding photographer. His infectious smile and genuine warmth melt away any inhibitions, bringing out the smiles and genuine emotions that make videos and photographs truly come alive. He has a way of making everyone feel at ease, even the most camera-shy individuals. In short, working with Andris isn't just about capturing images, it is about capturing the essence of a moment, a feeling, a connection. His videos and photographs are not just visual records, they are portals to emotions, transporting you back to the laughter, the tears, the joy that made the day so special. Without a doubt, I highly recommend Andris to anyone seeking not just a skilled videographer or photographer, but an artist, a collaborator, and a friend. If you're looking for stunning visuals, infectious laughter, and a stress-free experience that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime, look no further.
Photosfarm, 5 months ago
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Leah Marie Photography + Stationery

5.0

Cary, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Celebrating life and love through film for over a decade. A PASSION FOR PHOTOGRAPHY AND A HEART FOR STORYTELLING Leah Marie Photography + Stationery has since been featured in magazines, online publications and awarded the Client Choice. Your wedding celebration is one of the most important events of your life. Leah treats it with respect and care. She doesn’t miss a thing, it’s your big day where every moment counts and every detail matters. Leah offers more than taking pretty pictures on your wedding day. She will be there to help make your vision come to life. You can count on her to have your back and lend a hand in time of need.

Leah was the photographer for our wedding and captured the love my husband and I shared for each other. I did not have to worry that there was a step in the process she would miss - she was on top of everything! She is very detailed and artistic, which makes for creative shots, and one-of-a-kind candid moments. I continue to get compliments of our photos. Thank you, Leah, for bringing warmth to our winter wedding.
Noelle + C., 3 years ago
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Regina K. Popova Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

My mission is to bring the luxury of high quality wedding photography to a more affordable price. To serve my couples completely to ensure that they have a stress free and fun wedding day. Everyone should receive the images that they dreamt of on their wedding day, and I believe that when your wedding starts off on the right foot, so does your marriage. And that? That should be a luxury that is available to everyone.

We highly recommend working with Regina! She is beyond talented and just the sweetest person with a huge heart. She made us feel at ease when taking photos both at our engagement shoot and wedding day. We feel so happy and grateful that we were able to have her on our big day. We felt like Regina really captured the day beautifully and knew just the things to do (and would go above and beyond) to get the best shot for us. We recommend her whole heartedly to all our friends and family!! She is truly the best and we feel like we walked away with not just the best photos but with a friend as well.
Jaqueline and J., 3 years ago
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Picture This Wedding

4.7

Dover, NH
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Picture This Wedding is a wedding photography & Videogrphy and company based . They have been in business for more than a decade, so they know that planning your dream wedding is no small undertaking. The process can feel pretty stressful, but they have the talent and experience required to put your mind at ease. Their team is comprised of many talented photographers, each with their own style. Picture This Wedding can match you with the member of their team who is just right for you. They cover weddings all across the country and around the world, so they are ready to follow wherever love may lead.

I got an awesome package deal from a bridal expo. Our head photographer was Larry who handled our engagement photos too. He was personable and genially cared about capturing every single moment from the night! Caroline was our second photographer which made the photos go so smoothly she was sweet and super helpful all while taking amazing photos. Brendan was our videographer and was using his drone to get sick footage of our venue! All three of them as well as Grace who does all the scheduling and handles all the important questions!!
Caitlyn T., 6 months ago
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Atrin Studio

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Atrin Studio is a highly regarded professional photography and videography company based in Orange County, California. Since our establishment in 2008, we have accumulated over 15 years of invaluable experience in the industry. Our services extend beyond the borders of the United States, catering to clients both domestically and internationally. At Atrin Studio, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional photography and videography services to our discerning clientele. With a firm commitment to capturing the most memorable moments and creating visually captivating content, our team of experts possesses a wealth of knowledge.

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From the moment we first connected, we knew it was a perfect fit. Their passion for their craft was infectious, and their genuine interest in our vision was heartwarming. They took the time to get to know us, understand our hopes for the day, and answer every question, no matter how small. On the wedding day itself, they were on their time sharp. They were like ninjas. They were everywhere and nowhere at the same time, capturing every laugh, tear, and dance move without ever being intrusive. They blended seamlessly into the background, yet somehow managed to be in the perfect position for every precious shot. But it wasn't just their technical skill that blew us away. It was their genuine care and attention to detail. They anticipated our needs before we even knew them. They weren't just vendors; they felt like friends, there to support us and celebrate with us every step of the way. And the results? They were nothing short of breathtaking. The photos are exquisite - vibrant and artistic, capturing every emotion and detail with stunning clarity. They tell the story of our day in a way that words never could, making us relive the magic every time we look at them. The video? It's a masterpiece. It's not just a compilation of clips; it's a cinematic experience, weaving together laughter, tears, and heartwarming moments into a cohesive narrative that pulls at your heartstrings. We've already watched it countless times, and each time, it feels like we're back there, living the dream all over again. Asti and Amir, you didn't just capture our wedding; you captured our souls. You gave us a gift that we will cherish forever, a tangible reminder of the love, laughter, and pure magic of our most special day. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for being such an incredible part of our story. For future couples seeking their dream wedding photographer and videographer, look no further. Atrinstudio is the answer. You won't just get professionals; you'll get artists, storytellers, and friends who will make your day even more perfect than you ever imagined.
Deborah, 6 months ago
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Kelli and Josh

5.0

Houston, TX
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Kelli and Josh are a sought-after international photographer team specializing in a unique combination of editorial and photojournalistic photography. Their expertise in each of their skillsets give them a timeless yet beautiful look to their photography. They have photographed weddings and events in over 42 countries across the world and have been named by BRIDES magazine as one of the top wedding photographers in Houston.

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Kelli and Josh are incredibly kind and genuine people that make wedding day easy and fun. I have worked with them on multiple weddings and thoroughly enjoy them each and every time. Plus, their end product is amazing! Highly recommend!
Belle Events- Victoria, 2 years ago
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Asilomar Photography

5.0

Pacific Grove, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Welcome! With over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of capturing beautiful moments at weddings and events across the country. I approach each celebration with dedication, aiming to not only take photographs as they unfold in front of me, but also create an enjoyable experience for you. My photography style combines photojournalism and elegant portraiture to produce images that genuinely reflect the personal details, emotions, and uniqueness of your special occasion.

I had the pleasure of working with Catherine who is an exceptional photographer. Her discreet presence allowed the couple and their guests to enjoy the celebration without intrusion. The stunning images captured the essence of the day, showcasing genuine emotions and the love shared. Catherine's professionalism, high-quality equipment, and unique editing set her worlds apart. I highly recommend her for couples seeking a true artist to beautifully preserve the magic of their special day.
Megan Schaffer, 5 months ago
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Jos & Tree

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

We are a husband and wife team based in Portland, Or and travel worldwide (we love travel) to capture our couples stories, and capturing the best imagery we can!. We specialize in creative moment driven wedding & lifestyle photography. We are committed to telling our couples stories and supporting them in ways that allow them to be free of stress and to be in the moment.

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Jos and Tree came highly recommended to us and, having worked with them, we now know why! A lot of people take wedding photos. Among them are a handful of folks who are also reliable, professional, and pleasant to work with. And within that smaller group, is an even smaller group of photographers who have real artistic vision matched with technical skill. Jos & Tree are, without a doubt, near the top of that select group. The images they produced of our wedding run the gamut from traditional wedding photos to absolute masterpieces of lighting, composition, and technical execution. Here's an example: as the day was wrapping up, and a bit *after* Jos and Tree's deadline for leaving had passed, they quickly posed my wife and I in front of a tree in the park; Jos had a vision for an image he wanted to capture in the fading light... and the resulting image proved absolutely magnificent; it is my favorite photo of the day, and among the top photographs I have seen anyone create, anywhere. On top of the artistic talent and skill, Jos & Tree were an absolute pleasure to work with; responsive, pleasant, personable, and fun. They were always on time, and ready to work... and work they did!! The amount of effort and energy they put into capturing lots of beautiful and creative images cannot be overstated. And then, they edited them beautifully, and have been working with us to select images to print and put in a book. The quality of their artistic consultation has been phenomenal. My wife and I have seen a lot of wedding photos that people proudly post online on sites like reddit. I can confidently say that I've yet to see more interesting and beautiful wedding photos than the ones I've seen from Jos and Tree. It's a pleasure to give these two lovely people our highest recommendation.
Lilli & N., 3 years ago
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Elmwood Images

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Elmwood Images specializes in creating a comfortable photography experience that allows each couple’s natural chemistry to shine. With her laid-back demeanor and simple direction, owner and photographer Tessa loves encouraging her clients to explore beyond their comfort zones. Inspired by your unique and quirky personalities, Tessa will deliver beautiful photos that capture your mesmerizing bond in captivating style. With a taste for unscripted moments, Tessa is devoted to making other people happy doing what she loves to do so well.

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Tessa at Elmwood images was amazing to work with. She had so many cute ideas if you are like me and have no idea what you want out of your photos there is no need to worry. She was very professional I highly recommend her.
Kenna B., 3 years ago
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Natalie N Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hey there! I'm Natalie, a San Francisco based elopement and wedding photographer for couples who want a stress-free wedding celebration. I believe weddings should be focused on you and your partner having a great time. It's your wedding day, you should be enjoying it!

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I've had the pleasure of working with Natalie for many years including my engagement party, team head shots and many work related projects. I love her ability to capture both the details and the emotion/connection of the moment. She's very gifted in bringing ease and authenticity to any setting to to evoke our natural way of being in her images. She's a very talented elopement wedding photographer with great versatility to also excel in corporate/commercial settings.
Emily Dreblow Rey, 4 years ago
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Vincent Po Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Oklahoma raised, Princeton educated, and founder of Portrait of a Young Couple, documenting how couples of all backgrounds and identities across the world live and love. I'd love to be a part of helping to capture you and your partner's love.

We worked with Vincent for our wedding in February of 2021. We scheduled our wedding with him several months beforehand. Leading up to the day, he had checked in several times to see how our plans had been coming, evolving, and what our expectations were the day of. He is incredibly personable, professional, and talented. We didn't ask for a lot of specific shots and the few we did ask for came out way better than we could have possibly imagined. Vincent took beautiful photos of us, our family, and our friends. For our camera-shy friends, he kept laughing with us, creating an atmosphere of joy and stress-free photography! He was quick to ensure that all of us being photographed were comfortable. Since our wedding, we have recommended him to literally every person who lets us know that they're engaged. We really can't say enough about Vincent and his work! The best we can say is that we highly recommend working with him- he is a truly amazing human and photographer!
A & Z., 2 years ago
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Sasha Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Photography is deeply embedded in my past. Over 30 years ago, my family and I came to the United States from the former Soviet Union, where my grandfather had been a professional portrait photographer for over 50 years. I bring positive energy, and connect with and delight your guests and vendors. I have photographed in destinations as distant as India, Paris, London, Aspen, Mexico, New York, Los Angeles, North Carolina, even a wedding on a cruise ship! But, San Francisco is the city I know like the back of my hand – a city that I believe is the best photo studio in the world. I am an expert San Francisco City Hall wedding photographer.

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Sasha is wonderful to work with and a creative genius when it came to capturing our special day. He knew how to work all the right angles and find the perfect lighting. The weather rapidly changed the day we were shooting so we had to suddenly switch locations. Sasha was extremely patient and quick to find a new location in San Francisco. He was able to beautifully capture our love for one another in the city where we were first met. Our photos turned out better than we could have ever imagined. Trusting him throughout the process and letting him work his magic with his creative energy was fun and we were blown away by the results. Highly recommend Sasha and look forward to working with him again!
Ashley & S., 2 years ago
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Tiny House Photo

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Tiny House Photo is a LGBTQ+ women owned documenting love stories with intention. Stephanie, the photographer behind Tiny House Photo, is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida but travels often around the country to photograph couples, elopements and weddings.

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We booked Tiny House Photo for our engagement session and wedding and I cannot recommend Stephanie enough for your special event. Stephanie’s photography is absolutely gorgeous, heartfelt, elegant, humorous, raw, silly, artful, and fabulous. My husband I were completely thrilled with all of our photos. Stephanie documented our wedding day in the most heartfelt way, capturing the essence of every moment. Looking through the photos brought us back to every moment, they enamored us as much as they made us laugh and say things like, “Of course this family member had 3 outfit changes.” Our wedding day was perfect not because everything was seamless and smooth, but because it was exactly what we wanted it to be, and Stephanie helped us both actualize that by giving folks directions when needed and by documenting it so truthfully to help us remember all the joys, laughter, tears, and mild annoyances of the day! What we loved about Stephanie’s photography from the start was its honesty and deep feeling. Her photography spoke to us in a way that was much deeper than getting some fancy or trendy shots of our wedding. We wanted to remember it all – each raw moment that paints the whole picture, each raw moment that has its own value even if it’s unknown at the time. We wanted someone who knew how to connect with all of the deep complexities of existing, that fortunately/unfortunately(?) won’t be put on pause during your wedding day! Stephanie has the gift to create a gorgeous documentary of a special day because she has the beautiful ability to tap into the deeper meaning of both the small and big moments. Her empathy and compassion were felt by all, which was evident in the comfort everyone felt around her. If you’re camera shy, Stephanie is amazing to work with, she helps you feel so comfortable and eventually you forget you’re even being photographed. Stephanie’s boundaries and fierce protectiveness kept things in line, which we so greatly appreciated. She also helped us develop our day of timeline and portrait list. She is a literal wedding guardian angel. Stephanie has such a special gift, and we’re so grateful that she shared it with us. We HIGHLY recommend that you book her for all of your events, especially if you are also a sensitive, deeply feeling, neuro-spicy (as she says!) person. We 100/10 recommend Stephanie for her kindness, professionalism, expertise and sense of humor. I’m already thinking of future photo shoots we can do with her… :)
Yasmine ElGheur G., 9 months ago
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Tiana Hunter Weddings

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I’m a San Francisco wedding photographer with a style that combines emotion and photojournalism to create beautiful and intimate wedding photos. My focus is on seamless storytelling that highlights beauty and brings the spirit of the event into every detail. I’m inspired by connection and absolutely love photographing weddings. My style is modern, romantic, and authentic. The moments captured are candid using editorial and documentary techniques. I have an eye for charm, humor, and the little things that make someone look drop dead gorgeous. I capture you in your best light and bring you back to these magic moments for years to come.

I am so freaking glad we worked with Tiana. Not only are the final products of what she creates absolutely magnificent, she has such a calm, caring and professional demeanor that really helps in the moment. I worked with her first for my wedding, and I am so glad I did. She was really able to capture the magic of the moment, and I am utterly obsessed with the photos! She had great suggestions when I needed them on how to pose and what to do (which helps me so much b/c I can feel so awkward in front of the camera!). She gently but firmly helped us stay on schedule for our sunset portraits, which I appreciated b/c I would have forgotten or skipped it if up to me. I also then worked with her for a portrait session with my housemates, and this is really significant, because I’ve never really done a full shoot like this before (aside from the wedding) and she was amazing to work with on that as well. Tiana was able to capture the dynamics and sweetness between us, and again, that sweet, calm, and fun demeanor of hers really put us all at ease that showed in the photos. If you’re on the fence, don’t hesitate! She’s worth it.
Jasmin P., 5 months ago
Holly D Photography

5.0

Napa, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I know you’re sitting there looking through a list of photographers & wondering which one should I choose?! I know how you feel! You’re trying to see which one will capture the most beautiful photos, which one will best fit your personality, will they be able to capture those candid memories, & of course, will they fit in my budget?

Holly D has taken photos of all my major events. She took my dating photos when my husband first asked me out to our engagements and our wedding day. Next, she was there for my son's newborn pictures to family photos, and now as a business owner, she has taken my headshots, making me look stunning and amazing as usual. There is not an important moment I cannot see Holly D Photography being at. She is patient, kind, and efficient. You don't just invest in Holly D Photography, but she invests in your as well.
Cora, 3 years ago
Duy Ho Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

My professional background was cultivated in the field of architecture and design. But around 2010, my obsession with photography overcame my passion for architecture and I changed course. Through years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve developed a genuine love and appreciation for these emotional events. To me, weddings are emotionally-charged, symbolic celebrations. They often inspire pure expressions, words and feelings from the couple and their family and friends.

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Mandy Scott Events has worked with Duy Ho Photography many times since we first met as part of the team for a multi-day destination Indian wedding in 2014. Duy is the photographer I most often recommend to my clients. He does not consider himself an artist but a craftsman; I see him as both. His images reflect a unique artistry crafted from years spent figuring out the use of natural light and framing of his subject. He tells the story of the wedding day for his clients capturing emotion and documenting the events as they unfold in an unfussy way. He is always well prepared ahead of the event and exudes a calm energy throughout even the most hectic and longest of wedding days. He is quick to deliver a sneak peak to clients right after their big day and their gallery is always delivered in a timely manner. Can you tell I'm a huge fan of his work?!
Mandy Scott, 4 years ago
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Kristen LeighAnn Photography

5.0

Citrus Heights, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

hi! I’m Kristen. i'm a sweet tea loving, travel obsessed elopement and wedding photographer who specializes in capturing the candid, intimate moments that represent the best of your most important relationship—so you can relive your special day over and over again. i'm rooted in northern california, but i travel all over the country documenting couples in love!

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Kristen is always a joy to work alongside. I have hired her on several occasions to second shoot some weddings with me and her work speaks for itself. Stunning. She never fails to produce amazing high quality work and I will continue to hire her to work along side me. She’s laid back, fun and rolls with the punches that weddings can bring. You won’t have to worry if you hire her. She’s got your back.
Amber Glynn-Choe, a year ago
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Shutter & Sound

5.0

Baltimore, MD
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi! Courtney here (that's me on the left!). Shutter and Sound is the brainchild of renowned wedding videographer Ryan Geldermann. Ryan began his wedding videography career in 2010 in Los Angeles and quickly became recognized as one of the top videographers in the U.S.. After relocating to DC and still receiving countless inquiries from all corners of the country, Ryan decided to recruit and train a few talented friends so he could continue offering the quality wedding videography he’s known for in SoCal and eventually over 10 cities. Shutter and Sound is a very small group of filmmakers dedicated to turning your big day into a work of art.

My husband and I loved working with Shutter and Sound for our wedding!! They went above and beyond when capturing our venue and all the special moments throughout our wedding day. The videographers were very personable and easy to work with, and were confident in their vision. All of the deliverables came even sooner than we were expecting which was a nice surprise, and I've watched our videos sooo many times since we got them back. Truly a great experience! I'd recommend Shutter and Sound to anyone looking for quality footage that really tells a story. :)
Alanna A., 12 days ago
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Angela Mallett Photography

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Angela is a Destination wedding photographer capturing timeless memories. She loves providing couples with candid images that they can look back on for a lifetime. Her passion is to connect and tell couples’ love stories through the beauty and emotion of the moments captured.

Angela is such an amazing photographer and person! Her personality really helps make everyone feel comfortable and happy. She is a complete professional and ensures clients are happy. Her work is detailed and breath taking. I absolutely loved working with her and recommend her to anyone looking for beautiful photos that come accompanied by a great time.
Jennifer, 3 years ago
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Valley Images Photography

5.0

Acampo, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I have been photographing couples for nearly 10 years and have loved every minute of it. I have enjoyed following them through engagement, wedding, maternity and now family sessions. I have even become life long friends with some of them. I am a mother of 3 and have always loved art, and once I picked up my camera and found a way to tell others love stories, I knew I found what I was supposed to do.

Michelle is always my go to when my clients need a photographer! She is great to work with, easy going and produces amazing photos! She is also my number 1 pick for my family photos!! You will not regret choosing Michelle at Valley Images Photography!!
Shari Wise, 4 years ago
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KTay Photography

5.0

Kalispell, MT
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hey! My name is Kimberly and I'm so glad you made it! I am your personal hype girl! A lover of chocolate, adventure, and family time. I am very outdoorsy and pull inspiration from not just my subject but my surroundings. I have studied lighting, color theory, and posing to fully optimize my surroundings and help your personality and beauty shine through. I am body positive and believe everyone is unique and beautiful! My goal is to capture what makes you and your spouse special. I love candid photos that capture emotions and mix classical poses between them for a timeless gallery feel.

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She's very professional and true to her word. She does an amazing job and was able to customize to our liking. If you’re looking for a great photographer to capture your memories and with added value then Kay is the one!
Maria T., 2 years ago
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Shannon Bryn Photo LLC

5.0

Escalon, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Oakland, CA

If it's your first time here, welcome! My name is Shannon Montgomery, and I am a California and travel photographer that specializes in traditional+timeless weddings and elopements. I am always up for a good hike, enjoy rainy overcast days, and will always stop to pet any dogs in reach! Working in the garden, getting to visit any possible farm animal (but especially cows), and walking barefoot make me happiest. I love seeing the beauty in things that have endured the test of time, seen across the challenges and storms, and still stand in their own kind of beauty today.

Shannon is phenomenal! As a planner, she is so easy to work with and so kind! She makes my couples feel comfortable in front of the camera and not only that, but the photos she takes are breathtaking. She is one of the kindest photographers out there with quality work to match! She will capture your day beautifully and it is always a joy to work with her.
Nicole Taylor Events, a month ago
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Rock&Love Weddings

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

WE'RE MARIA AND RICARDO, WE ARE HUSBAND AND WIFE AND THE HEART BEHIND THE PICTURES. WE ARE BASED IN NYC AND TAKE WEDDING COMISSIONS ALL AROUND THE US AND ABROAD BUT WE ARE ORIGINALLY FROM SPAIN AND PUERTO RICO MARIA IS YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER, ALL THE IMAGES ARE TAKEN AND EDITED BY HER. RICARDO IS YOUR VIDEOGRAPHER AND RUNS THE BUSINESS AND MAKES SURE EVERYTHING GOES AS IT SHOULD. THERE IS A LOT GOING ON BEHIND THE SCENES.OUR PHOTOGRAPHY IS BOLD & CREATIVE, AIMING TO TELL STORIES AND DOCUMENT THE REAL MOMENTS. WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SHOOT A FEW FORMALS AND WE ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE BRIDE AND GROOM SESSIONS.

Our experience with the lovely couple at Captured Group was nothing less than spectacular. They make the shoots effortless and seamless. Their overall aura and vibe is one of respect, professionalism, great communication and amazing skills. We could not have chosen someone better to take over our wedding picture. Can’t thank them enough and can’t recommend them enough either! We have beautiful memories to look back at thanks to Captured Group. Thank you thank you!!
Amanda, 3 years ago
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ECC Productions

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Emma and I are a husband and wife team that is dedicated to bringing you the best quality service. We believe in going above and beyond. We do not want to control your day. We want to capture it naturally while having fun and making it least stressful as possible. We would love to be apart of your special day!

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Connor & Emma were an absolute dream to have capture our special day. They gave us the gift of getting to be completely present throughout our wedding. Instead of being torn between wanting to enjoy every second while also capturing every moment on our phones/cameras, we got to just live in the moment and know they would take care of giving us lasting memories in the form of photos/videos (which they did an exceptional job at btw!!!) Could not recommend them enough and we will definitely be reaching out to them whenever we need an event captured again. Thank you again Connor & Emma! On behalf of all of our family and friends, you guys are amazing and we were so lucky to have you there on the best day of our lives! -Brianna, Bud, and Bart Jr
Bud and B., 2 years ago
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Jazmín Solano Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Artistic storytelling for the fun, kind and adventurous. Hi friend! :) I'm your neighborhood artist, goofy empath, & lover of dogs and human beans. (Name is pronounced Hasmeen, kinda like jalapeño) My goal is to be a source of joy and vulnerability in your life while helping you feel grounded on your big day and ~even more~ grateful for the life you live and the love you choose. 

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My husband and I booked Jazmin for our fall wedding in the panhandle of Texas. Right from the start, she was such a joy to work with! Between our first video call to make sure we were a good fit, doing her online questionnaire (which was a lot of fun), and the call closer to the big day where Jazmin helped my coordinator and I with the photography timeline, Jazmin was helpful, cheerful, and made me feel so at ease. Booking her for our wedding was the easiest choice I’d made all year! This was our first time having professional pictures taken and we are both a bit awkward in front of the camera but we did not feel awkward with Jazmin. On our wedding day, Jazmin and her partner/second shooter were punctual, organized, and just plain fun to have around! To quote my husband; “anytime we need a photographer for anything, you know we can only work with them.” Importing Jazmin from San Francisco for our DIY Texas vineyard wedding was a no brainer for us, and we’d book her again in a heart beat!
Sawyer & J., 6 months ago
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Mary Lewis Photography

5.0

Folsom, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Located in Sacramento, California, Mary Lewis Photography is a company that specializes in documentary wedding and lifestyle photography in the Northern California regions. Serving Tahoe, Sacramento, Yosemite and Beyond. Mary Lewis Photography is available for travel nationwide. Owner and photographer, Mary believes in capturing much more than photos, but timeless and emotive images you feel in your bones. She combines your personalities and story to co-create a meaningful environment that captures true connection and heirloom moments. Ready to start your journey with her? Inquire today and let's create some beautiful memories!

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Mary Lewis was an absolute pleasure to work with from beginning to end. She was super intentional about getting to know us ahead of time so we didn't feel like strangers when the date came. Prior to our vow renewal, she was available as a resource for vendors and ideas. Then when the day came, she stepped in and helped us bring our event to life in every way! She truly understood what we were going for, and delivered flawlessly. She is so joyful, down to earth and kind. We were so grateful she was there to capture every detail for us!
Danielle R., 3 years ago
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Shawnee Custalow Studios

5.0

Richmond, VA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Oakland, CA

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

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When you elope in the middle of a pandemic, it matters all the more that you love your photographer--since they'll be the only other person at your wedding. :) And in short, we couldn't be happier that ours was Shawnee. She has such a gift and a love for the work she does—and it shows. We knew she was the right person from the moment we met on Zoom--she is warm and kind, asked all the right questions, and instantly put us at ease. My partner and I eloped at the end of October 2020 in DC, just before the election. It was a whirlwind moment for so many reasons, especially as a queer couple. And it mattered to us that the person who captured those treasured memories, really understood what that moment meant to us. Everyone who sees our photos marvels at how wonderful they are—and no doubt we look great, but Shawnee’s warmth and direction and stellar eye really made all the difference. Vibing with your photographer matters—we’re so grateful to have found one with such grace and as much love for her art as Shawnee. <3
Adiel & R., 3 years ago
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With Love ~ by Georgie

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I’m a destination wedding photographer who loves to travel, take photos, drink, and eat… I know, you’ve probably never heard of ANYONE else with those likes. Haha! What can I say – I’m basic. ;). I’ve always had a love and fascination with movies, tv shows, Vanity Fair magazines, and looking at the history and style from the Mad Men era. They have something so timeless and yet meaningful about them?! Both their posed and candid moments – I DIE! I have been so fortunate that I’ve been able to take the things that inspire me and apply them organically to my wedding photography.

We booked because we loved her style and our first call to get to know each other went so well! Georgie has a fantastic team. We had Elaine as our first shooter and Richard as our second shooter. Georgie picked out an amazing spot for our sunset photos before the day, plus provided tons of helpful info, like checklists for the day of. Georgie and her team really keep your best interests in mind and work hard to get the right shots and keep you on schedule!
Taylor P., 10 months ago
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Gypsy Tales Photo

5.0

Salinas, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Oakland, CA

HI! I am Anastasia (she/her), your Northern California elopement and wedding photographer and so much more. My passion for photography began when I was a child. It started as a hobby when I fell in love with photographing families and babies. Over the years I realized I adore documenting couples, in all stages of their relationships. I know they say we should specialize in one type of photography, but I am not sure I can ever do that. I love to create and I get bored with only doing one thing.

Working with Anastasia was such a dream! She was extremely helpful in all of her suggestions and helped guide me throughout my elopement planning process! I knew I loved her work, and I can say that her professionalism and openness to create the perfect shot is outstanding! I would highly encourage any one (couples, families, and even solo portraits) to contact her for your treasured moments to be captured! She went above and beyond helping me and we love her work and her! :)
Veronica and B., 2 years ago
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The Bomani's

5.0

Ventura, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

A husband and wife photography team. We love going on adventures, whether it's a rock-climbing trip, surfing, or just trying a new take out place. We also love cute puppies and, of course, photography. We started our wedding photography business in 2019 when moving back to California after several years living in Sweden. Since then we have photographed many amazing couples! We can't wait to meet you and hear about your story!

Quanti- Thank you from the bottom of my heart for capturing our beautiful day. As a bride you think you know what pictures you want to see but boy was I wrong. You captured some of my favorite moments from our day and some I didn’t realize I would cherish. Thank you for loving what you do and for helping others see their day through your eyes.
Stephanie & N., 2 years ago
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Kait Hubbard Photography LLC

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

For the romantic explorers who are planning their intimate wedding in California, I am a California-raised, golden-coast obsessed, documentary-style wedding photographer who can’t get enough of the beautiful outdoor venues this state has to offer. From ocean low to mountain high, my bags are packed and I’m on my way to capture your love story in the most beautiful place in the world.

I absolutely adore Kait and highly recommend her to any other bride out there looking for an amazing photographer. I had a simple and quick wedding ceremony and dinner. She captured my new husband and I, as well as the surrounding vibe and our guests. Our couples portraits are gorgeous! My only regret is that I can’t get married again so I can once again use Kait. If you’re on the fence, consider this your sign to book Kait. She is the sweetest human you will ever meet!
Angie Z., 6 months ago
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DereckDavisPhotography

5.0

Lakewood, CA
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Welcome. I'm D e r e c k. I've been doing photography and videography since 2017. It wasn't until the pandemic of last year that I decided to take a leap of faith and make it a full-time career. I feel like I've always had a burning passion for photography and editing, I love photography because it captures a moment in time. Whether that moment is your wedding day or an annual family portrait, pictures enable us to relive and remember special occasions again + again. Why I specifically dove into Wedding Photography? Simple!! My love for creativity and seeing passionate couples that aren't afraid to show their personalities

Dereck was such a pleasure to work with! He is very organized and flexible. Our wedding photos came out beautiful despite our small venue and lack of scenery. His energy was very relaxed which was so helpful on such a hectic day. We would absolutely book him again!
Lolita O., 2 months ago
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Liz Koston Photography

5.0

Folsom, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Northern California adventurous wedding and elopement photographer capturing your one of a kind love story and unforgettable experience. I love meeting couples, hearing about their love story, and being able to help them bring out their love in front of the camera in a natural way. From the little glances to the tender touches, I live for the small moments that make relationships truly unique. It’s all about the connection between you and your #1 person. I’m here to create an everlasting experience for my couples. One that you can relive through your photos for a lifetime.

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I am a wedding planner and have had the pleasure of working with Liz on a few different occasions. She has always been wonderful to work with - she is professional, easy to communicate with and always on top of things! Her photos are absolutely beautiful and my clients have never been disappointed! Highly recommend!
Kelsey, 4 years ago
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Veronica Padron Photography

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, I'm Veronica, a wedding and adventure elopement photographer who's lucky enough to have documented important moments like your wedding day for the past three years. Before going full-time into this business last year, I was in a totally different field for my day job! I have a BS in Aerospace Engineering from MIT and worked as a systems engineer at Boeing until I quit to put all my time and energy into my true passion - this biz! I love using my creative and technical skills to pause the perfect moments to capture all the emotions, warmth, color, and movement that will bring back that memory in the years to come!

Veronica was fantastic to work with. She was highly communicative throughout the process and on the day of was SO much fun!
Donna H., 7 months ago
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Whimsical Elopements

5.0

Redmond, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hello! We are Rae and Travis, born and raised in Oregon, we have a deep passion for love and landscape. Our personal style is journalistic documentary photography, where we can create whimsical photos that in 50 years time you will look back upon and remember the romance of the day. We offer wedding photography from small elopements to destination weddings. Whether your wedding takes place at a Tahoe destination, Central Oregon, Seattle, anywhere in The Pacific Northwest or beyond we will capture your dream wedding. 

Super excited to see photos from our big day - Rachel was great she understood what I was looking for in photos and so much more! They were great and so kind to our children - as well as super helpful throughout the entire evening. Great service! ️
Kass S., a year ago
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Melissa Atle

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

After 10 years and over 200 weddings, I know how to fold into a large group of people, how to be there and make it feel like I'm not. I've been documenting weddings for nearly a decade and I love it even more now than when I started. My work is candid, emotional, and comfortable. I love to infuse editorial and documentary moments into my galleries, but mostly I just love to be able to photograph moments as they unfold.

Melissa was really fun to work with. Claudia was nervous and Melissa helped her feel more at ease. Claudia and I love all the photos she took, the ones she posed us and the ones we improvised.
Claudia + M., 4 years ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

Ozan was a great photographer. He handled us with care and took his time giving us directions. He captured beautiful photos of us !!
Faz & O., 2 years ago
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CMSours Photography

5.0

Carmel, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

CMSours Photography is all about making this thang FUN! Cause getting married is a lot of work, but also exciting! You're starting your life together--celebrated by all your closest friends and fam! What a party.

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If you are in the market for a photographer, you simply can’t do better than CMSours Photography. Christina has a way of making you feel entirely at ease while you are taking photos, that even the most camera shy of customers will immediately feel comfortable with her. During the day of my engagement, Christina was willing to get there earlier than planned to scope out the best areas for shots and walk me through some contingency plans in the event the weather didn’t cooperate. Having this level of communication and willingness to go above and beyond made me feel like Christina was just as invested in our engagement going smoothly as I was. Afterwards, Christina shared the photos with us super quickly, so we could send them to family and friends who couldn’t be there with us. We can’t recommend Christina enough - she is highly personable, professional, and her photos make for beautiful treasures that we will cherish forever!
Dan, 2 years ago
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A Girl And A Camera Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I created A Girl and A Camera Photography in 2008 but have been around cameras my whole life. My Dad was a photographer so I learned from the best. Some people craft amazing stories in written word, others tell beautiful tales with music. I take pictures. Photography is my voice.

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I highly recommend Jennifer! I have worked with her several times and she is always so wonderful to work with. She is not only an amazing photographer, she is friendly and easy to get along with, which is important on your wedding day.
Lisa, 3 years ago
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Tiffany Longeway Photography

5.0

Sonora, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Tiffany specializes in creating the exceptional luxury of an alluring yet cultivated experience while capturing connection and beauty. She draws from over ten years in the wedding photography industry to capture authentic luminous love stories that reflect not only the beauty in a moment but the feeling.

Tiffany and her team were AMAZING! From the moment we contacted her, Tiffany was professional, helpful and easy to talk to. Figuring everything out for my wedding was all a learning experience and she helped me out so much during the process. During our engagement session, we got to know Tiffany better and once we saw the photos she took, we knew we had made the right choice. We refined the timeline (a lot) and she was available for questions or concerns when I had them. We had the most amazing wedding day, thanks to Tiffany, Alyssa and Brittany. They helped us figure out the best places, and how, to pose and made my husband and I feel super comfortable the whole time. Tiffany captured shots in a way that takes me right back to that moment and I'll cherish them forever. All the photos we got back were fantastic, and I would recommend Tiffany to anybody who needs photos of anything!
Laura A., 18 days ago
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Arrowood Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

As a photographer of life, love and beauty, Tara Arrowood does what she loves every day. She captures beauty in all things- people, animals, and spaces. Her main goal? It’s simply to make people happy. She uses her lens to show inner beauty, authentic emotions, and life’s precious/fleeting moments. Making people happy means giving them a different perspective, a different angle from which to see their most cherished moments in life. Tara offers photography and cinematography services for any sized wedding. Tell her your plans and she’ll create a schedule that includes everything to tell your story!

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Tara was amazing from beginning to end. We absolutely loved her photography style when we first came across her as a preferred vendor of our wedding venue (Beltane Ranch), but knew that we also needed to love HER if we were to spend the majority of our special day with her by our side. Luckily, from the moment we had our first chat with Tara, we knew she'd be perfect for us. Our engagement photo shoot at the Sutro Baths in San Francisco was the perfect way to get to know Tara's style and she helped us bring our vision to life in the shoot. Once we got to the wedding day, we completely trusted Tara to nail it - and, boy, did she deliver! She was SO efficient and organized. It was certainly a huge benefit that she knew our venue, but I am certain she would have been just as impressive in any environment. One of the best aspects of hiring Tara, ultimately, is her art. Her photography is truly a work of art. She has an incredible eye and managed to make two very awkward gals (my wife and I) feel incredibly comfortable behind the camera. We are just enamored with the photos she took and will cherish them for a lifetime. The cherry on top of all of it was that she turned around our photos within 1 week of the wedding! We received the digital album during our honeymoon and it was so fun to reminisce while still celebrating. Thank you for everything, Tara!
Jessica and A., 2 years ago
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Rdreamshot Photography

5.0

San Mateo, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

The moment that is about to happen is one that deserves to be documented with care, precision, and the direction of an artist. I love working with families and couples, but I’m especially excited by those who put creativity & thought into planning their day or event. I love the art in photography and videography but equally enjoy the experiences and relationships I build with my clients.

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My wedding was crazy. 200 people! So many different details. Rdreamshot (Rich) literally helped me make sense of the madness. Rich was so organized Went above and beyond Connected with my planner to sort out details. And on the day of he was so calm and made sure we we're always taken care of. My husband and I are so grateful and happy with our choice!
Shaneen O., a year ago
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Brianna Noelle Photography

5.0

Tracy, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I started photographing weddings 10 years ago and have fallen in love with telling couples love stories. I strive to capture the moments as they happen and give my clients an unforgettable experience. From consult to photo delivery I am there every step of the way ensuring that my clients story is told beautifully, authentically and timelessly.

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Brianna was really professional to work alongside and caters to her clients all throughout the day. Definitely recommend!
Shaundra Olson Photo, 9 months ago
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Lani's Vision Photography

5.0

Palo Alto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I'm not a regular photographer, I'm a cool photographer. Telling stories all up and down the coast of California. This girl (me), is a bomb mom of two trying to teach them to do what they love. As for me, that's telling your story. I've always loved the thought of traveling, observing and telling others stories. That's where you come to play. What's your story? Are you marrying your high school sweetheart? Are you traveling to your favorite place in the world to express your love? Is it just going to be you two? Do you both have a big family? Let me know. I'm here for it!

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Lani has done a numerous amount of shoots for us but the most special was our wedding pictures. She really captured all the love that was in the air that day. So blessed to be able to look back at all the photos and be taken back to our special day. Her style is AMAZINNNGGG. She's super sweet, has clear communication, answers any questions you have, and is very good at keeping you updated on your albums. Thanks lani for all the beautiful work you've done for us.
Joana + M., 7 months ago
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Photoflood Studio ✌

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Courtney & Jackson are wedding, elopement & family photographers based in San Francisco, California but available for travel worldwide. We go wherever love takes you. Photoflood Studio is a wife + husband team from San Francisco, California. We are wedding photographers servicing NorCal to SoCal and beyond. Photoflood Studio specializes in wedding, engagement, and family photography. We aim to photograph life + love through an honest documentary approach. Our wedding, engagement and family photography is inspired by the beautiful wilderness, the culture of our coastal cities, and wherever you call home.

Courtney is the reason why we love Photoflood Studio so much! It's so important to feel comfortable and happy with someone that is going to capture one of the most important days of your life, and Courtney really goes above and beyond to really get to know you as a person and as a couple. She really knows how to make you feel comfortable and to just be yourself. (And I think that's key to a perfect picture.) Another great thing about Photoflood Studio was how professional and thorough they are. They reminded us of things we didn't even know we had to do and always checked in on us and made sure we were on track. Obviously the photos came out great~ but what makes Photoflood so special are the people involved. We were so lucky to have her not just as a photographer but also as a friend to talk to or ask for advice throughout the whole wedding planning process. She is an amazing photographer but also just an amazing person! Also shoutout to Jackson- we love you too! Thank you!
Angie & B., 4 years ago
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Wander Out West | Photo + Video

5.0

Castle Rock, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hello, my name is Liv and I'm an Adventure Elopement + Destination Wedding photographer based in Colorado. I'm down for just about anything rock climbing, snowboard/skiing, hot air balloon, helicopters, ATV and sand dune riding. If you are up for a unique experience, I am here to capture it! If you want to keep it simple overlooking the mountains I am there! I'm here to tell your story no matter how minimal or adventurous it may be. Best yet, I travel to you! Traveling to new destinations with couples to their desired location is a part of what I do + love to do!

As a provider of entertainment for large events, you work with many different planners, photographers, bands, florists, etc. The quality of the event depends on the quality of the people you hire. Photographs are one thing, but what people don't see is how a photographer can set a tone or a level of comfort that carries through the event team and event. Working with Olivia on multiple jobs were some of my favorite experiences because not only were the photos exceptional, the way she guided and calmed the guests and team makes for an enjoyable experience all around. I would recommend Olivia for any event and have used Olivia as my personal photographer!
E & B Sound, a year ago
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De La Rosa Wedding Photography

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Oakland, CA

MODERN ROMANCE DOCUMENTED EXCEPTIONALLY Named after my mother Ana Rosa, De La Rosa strives to help you slow down, be present and be yourselves on your wedding day. We believe being present on your wedding day will bring out the best in you and your partner. Giving an authentic and fun experience while having a timeless and editorial look.

Sebastian was a huge part of our wedding day and the planning process. From the moment we met him a year before our wedding day for our engagement photos, we knew we picked the right photographer for us. We fell in love with his quality of work, work ethic, and personality. He coached us with posing, and we were comfortable taking his direction. The vision he has comes to life candidly in the photos, and after three photo sessions with him, I cannot pick a favorite because they're all uniquely beautiful. Our first session was our engagement session, which I wanted to do on a boat in the Keys because it's a special place and hobby for us so I thought it would be a personal touch and photos we could cherish forever. He was all about the idea and didn't nickel and dime us, which often happens as you plan this very personal event. I prioritized finding vendors who truly love what they do and are invested in their couple, not just the event, and Sebastian is just that! I am forever grateful to my planner for connecting me to him, and I hope to work with him for many more life moments.
Laura Lopez, 5 months ago
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Forevermore Films

5.0

Monroe, UT
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I've always had a passion for art and beauty. Growing up being an artist and wanting to be a cartoonist turned into a film degree and the beginning of Forevermore Films in 2003. Since then we have grown as one of Utah's best wedding options in both photography and videography. We have a small team of 3 of use working together to ensure we capture everything. I have a wife and 5 kids and choose to live in a more rural part of Utah and travel to all my weddings.

Forevermore films is so easy to work with. Their team is so friendly and gives you their best. We can't even imagine using someone else for our wedding. Pictures and video from our wedding were very important to us because they are the memories that you take with you after the big day. Forevermore not only captured those special moments beautifully, but the team made those memories even more enjoyable. We recommend them to all of our friends and family, and plan on using them for future shoots as our family grows.
Gabby & L., 3 years ago
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Tay Sikes Photo

5.0

Freeport, ME
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Maine Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer serving couples + families with an experience that makes them leave feeling embraced with love. Providing both Photo + Video to New England + Abroad. At Tay Sikes Photo, we make you feel extra loved by those around you, and extra gorgeous in every photo we capture.

My husband and I adore Taylor she was amazing during our whole experience and our photos are so gorgeous I can’t recommend her enough. She goes above and beyond and helped keep me so calm on my wedding day it felt like having and older sister there instead of a photographer and I’m so grateful
Sophie V., 7 months ago
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hazel photo

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

For some unknown reason I have loved weddings since I was a kid. That’s the first thing. But then… I got married. And that is indescribable. So… if you happen to be here because you have met someone special, and you are making moves, CONGRATULATIONS! You really are in for the ride of a lifetime. So… my first photos? Yup. They were from a wedding! Unfortunately they took the human knee as their subject because I was short, because I was five years old. One auspicious day I brought a camera to a friends’ wedding. I partied. I had a fabulous time. Afterwards they told me I should have said something, my photos were better than the hired pro.

Paul and I have worked together on some seriously complex wedding days. As a planner, I have to know and trust the vendors that come onto the team for wedding day and Paul was nothing short of a dream to work with. Seasoned, professional, and super uber crazy talented... you won't regret adding him to your vendor team!
Jenni, 4 years ago
LOVE + WOLVES WEDDING CO

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

HI! WE ARE LOVE + WOLVES CO. WE ARE AN AWARD-WINNING BICOASTAL COLLECTIVE OF CREATIVES CONSISTING OF PHOTO + VIDEO JOURNALISTS, AN EDITORIAL BEAUTY TEAM, WEDDING STYLISTS, COORDINATORS + A PHOTO BOOTH. ALSO WE MAKE BOOKS! WE ARE ALL ABOUT THE CANDID MOMENT AND, ABOVE ALL, BELIEVE IN ANYTHING FOR LOVE.

Great team that made our day feel sooo special! They did an awesome job helping us through the entire process to get us amazing shots and have bounds of fun all day! Our families were so impressed with their style and character!
Liza + J., 3 years ago
B Erkmen Photography

5.0

Mountain View, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Located in SF. As a Photographer; I'm a storyteller. My imagery captures a harmony of raw emotion, authentic evanescent moments, and curated artistry. I believe in camaraderie with my couples to create beautiful memories, love stories shared over wine & a fire-pit and giving back with each wedding I book. I champion for kindness and giving back. My couples echo this right back. They are stylish, authentic and plan amazing details but also know how to pop the champagne and head to the dance floor.

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Animus-Art photography consists of two amazing humans, Pedro & B, who are even more perfect when they come together. Working with them on our engagement and wedding was nothing short of a fun adventure. My husband and I are not exactly naturals on camera, but you wouldn’t know that by looking at the images they captured. Pedro & B are fun, creative, passionate, hard-working and incredibly talented!! They go above and beyond to get the perfect shot! Their work is exceptional and speaks for itself. I couldn’t imagine the images being any more perfect. But aside from that, Pedro & B offer something truly special with their personalities and work ethic. They weren’t just our photographers- especially on the wedding day- they took on so many roles. They were like the best friend who never left our sight. While we were getting ready, Pedro spent much of the time with my husband and the boys, and B stayed with me and the girls. B was my superwoman on my wedding day. She wasn’t just one of my photographers - she was my maid of honor, my friend, my event coordinator, my personal assistant, my therapist. She just seemed to be there every second of the day, willing and ready to help out in every way. All this, while she snapped hundreds of beautiful, creative photos. Pedro is the kind of photographer who listens while you describe your ideal look to your hair dresser so that he can make sure it stays that way all night. And as he prompts you to fix your hair 3 hours into your reception, you smile with pride because you know you hired the best photographers in the world. The level of attention they pay to detail is unreal! They anticipate your needs before you even know about them. They capture real moments in a beautiful way. They know how to take photos while letting you be yourself- no constant stopping and prompting. In my opinion, those make for the best shots. They have so much fun doing what they do, it’s infectious. I am so so happy that they were our wedding photographers and hope to have them capture other important events in our future. Absolutely THE BEST!!!
Mimoza & J., 4 years ago
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The Hendrys

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Oakland, CA

We're a Scottish duo living our best lives in Los Angeles! We appreciate unpopular TV shows, all the vegan food, and a good old road trip. But our most favorite thing is our two fur-kids (bunnies!). We are not typical wedding photographers, that is for certain. We go against the usual grain, and that's exactly how we like it to roll. Normal is boring. Well, for us, at least. Not just for the 'wild at heart' and 'free-spirited'. For e v e r y o n e. And we mean it. We don't discriminate. Ever.

Amazing! I really wish they planned events because I would hire them for everything. Sarah Darren were the kindest, most responsive, helpful, and patient vendors we hired for our wedding. Darren even helped move our ceremony arch! Totally not his job but we really appreciated the help! My husband and I hate taking pictures and we felt so comfortable on our wedding day. We really didn’t want cheesy traditional wedding photography so when we stumbled upon their instagram page we knew we had to hire them. Major plus that they love Harry Potter, Stranger Things, and spooky stuff! They’re the coolest humans. Hire them. You won’t regret it.
Brandi R., 2 years ago
Rachel Levine Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I'm best known for my elegant and playful small weddings photographed at the iconic San Francisco City Hall throughout the last decade. After serving many hundreds of couples there, I've taken my super powers as a creative storyteller and solver of all wedding planning problems out into the wonderlands of Northern California. Inspired by places that are stunningly beautiful yet still affordable I love finding creative twists to keep her couples excited about their weddings no matter what their budget.

Rachel from Rachel Levine Photography is a miracle worker! She has been in the business for over 10 years which means she knows exactly what to do for every situation. Whether you need help planning your elopement or just need advice for shoes, she will take in all of the ideas you have and bring your vision to life - but 100 times better. Its tough to plan even an elopement and she is there for all of her clients from the beginning to the end and she makes the process fun and easy! In return of having a stress-free day, you will receive an amazing experience and beautiful photographs.
Julia Maas, 3 years ago
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Taylor Marie Parker

5.0

Birmingham, MI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hiiii, I’m Taylor! Wife to my best friend, Golden Retriever mom to our Beckham, and outdoor enthusiast. My business was created purely out of passion. I’ve always had a love for photography, art and design. I first picked up a camera in 2009 during a high school film class and haven’t stopped shooting since. My photography is inspired by nature’s beauty and life’s beautiful details. I have an infatuation with natural light, details & beautiful scenery. I strive to create light-filled, romantic & timeless imagery, from capturing all the small details to the raw emotional moments. This is my dream job and I’m thankful for it every day.

I honestly cannot thank Taylor enough. As a "COVID bride" many things about our wedding did not go as planned and there were plenty of emotions that came with that. However, when I received my GORGEOUS photos from Taylor, it meant the world to me to have something beautiful, over the top, and PERFECT during a time when so many things have taken unexpected turns. She was so professional on the day of, fast, knew all the "good angles", and made us feel so comfortable! I cannot say enough about her. Not to mention so flexible with the fast-paced change of plans leading up to the wedding day. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Olivia, 4 years ago
Shannon Rosan Wedding Photography

5.0

Chico, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi there! i'm Shannon Rosan, Part photographer + Part guide and 100% here for you. I care deeply about capturing real emotion. So when you look back on your wedding day you see exactly how it felt - not just a pose. I photograph with intention. It's all about connection. Your connection to each other, your loved ones and me.

Shannon photographed our wedding on the southern Washington coast and made every single photographic dream of ours come true. Being a wedding photographer myself, I am very particular about my photographs and Shannon captured the most beautiful memories for us. She is funny, warm, and welcoming making you feel perfectly comfortable in front of her camera. She is also very detail oriented and professional so you know you're in good hands. I would highly recommend Shannon to photograph your wedding - she's incredible!
Bria + A., 4 years ago
All My Stars Photography

5.0

Templeton, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I first picked up a camera in high school and was instantly obsessed with the process and possibilities of capturing images. I went on to study at The San Francisco Art Institute and transferred to The Art Center, College of Design in Pasadena, earning a BFA in Photography. I began my career as a photographer in a Los Angeles product photo studio. While working there, I found I had a talent for photo retouching. I worked as a professional retoucher for many years and know what many celebrities really look like hah! I made my way back to freelance photography after having my daughter in 2013.

We LOVED working with Gennan. Out photos are spectacular, abundant and just what we hoped for. I love that she schedules a call with you to discuss your style and vibes, to get to know you a bit. She was responsive through email prior to the big day, and I was so impressed she even brought some of the inspo pics I had sent for us to recreate. She was very professional while being easy and fun to shoot with! She even resent some photos that were B&W that we wanted in color. Edits were lovely. Now our only problem is trying to choose from so many favorites.
Heather & G., 2 months ago
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Hearts And Arrow Photography

5.0

Woodland, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, We are Natalie and Eric Hundley! Our goal is to not only capture fantastic photos for you but to create a fun and memorable experience. We will guide you through our time together, in the easiest, and most stress-free way as possible. We love to spark natural reactions and emotions and that’s why we try to capture you in the most natural and relaxed environments. We are definitely not shy to traveling our beautiful Nation with you. We love seeing all the beauty it has to offer! We look forward to working with all of you and to build lasting relationships with your families.

We absolutely love Natalie and Eric! They were able to understand our vision. And so understandable when we made last minute changes. We absolutely love all of our wedding pictures. They are our photographers for life!!!!
Whitney and D., 3 years ago
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Candance Marie Photography

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am a creative and passionate Elopement and Wedding Photographer who captures the moments you will look back on for a lifetime. Those raw, authentic, candid, just as they happened moments. These are the memories you will cherish and pass down through your family, to your children, and grandchildren. The memories you will print and hang up on your walls turning your house into a home. The moments you cannot re-live, but you can re-visit with each photograph. These are the cherished memories and moments I capture for you, and your loved ones.

Candance was extremely professional throughout the entire process of hiring her for our day. I was extremely stressed out and she offered help with the location and was extremely knowledgeable when it came to when we should plan around. We always knew we wanted a small intimate moment just for us, and she made it a moment that was uninterrupted, but that we could share with those who were not there. She helped with location, and timing, and knew everything to do with when the weather-wise would work best for what we wanted. She listened to us and was extremely friendly. The session was fun, and she guided us through everything in a way that didn't make us feel like we were in a photo shoot but a fun moment of our lives that we will cherish forever. The memories we have on film will last forever and cannot thank her enough for capturing these moments for us. If you are looking for a photographer who will listen to you, treat you with respect and make your day magical, don't even look at other photographers, Candance is exceptional at what she does and will make your day perfect.
-K, 5 months ago
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Natasha Lozanoff Photo

5.0

Santa Cruz, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hey there. My name is Natasha Lozanoff and I am a wedding photographer showcasing romance, elegance, and YOU. I do not shy away from adventure or new experiences and want to work very closely with you to create and memorialize your once in lifetime experiences. You deserve the best! I specialize in digital + film + tin types!

Tasha at Swift Fox was extremely easy to work with and is one of our recommended photographers! Clients enjoy her prompt response times and professional and fun attitude... and her photos turn out gorgeous!
The Wedding Connection, a year ago
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Sarah Luther Photography

5.0

San Jose, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, nice to meet you! I'm Sarah from Sarah Luther Photography. I specialize in weddings, family portraits and event photography. I started Sarah Luther Photography out of a passion for capturing love and emotion through photography. Growing up, my mom would always take tons of family pictures. I was given a camera as a gift when I was 10 years old and haven't been without one since. :)

Sarah and her husband Ori photographed our wedding in July and we couldn't be happier with our photos. They make a great team, professional and easy to work with. Amazing photographers who love what they do and its evident in their photos. We wanted more candid, natural pictures opposed to posed ones. They got so many unexpected moments and memorable shots. From getting ready, to the ceremony, to dancing at the receptions and everything in-between. All without even knowing that they were there taking pictures. We were so happy that we chose Sarah as our photographer and you will too!!! Thank You Sarah and Ori for photographing our wedding!!! Eydie & Rick
Eydie C., 8 months ago
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The Uncommon Weddings (Video + Photo)

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,097
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Lights, camera, candid! We're not in the business of creating over-edited Hollywood blockbusters and photos. Nope, we're all about capturing the essence of your special day with a refreshingly authentic touch. We bring the realness, the candid moments, and the relaxed vibes that make your wedding video and photo a true masterpiece. So, if you're ready to ditch the drama and embrace the beauty of simplicity, we're the dream team you've been searching for!

Sway and his team at The Uncommon Weddings are AWESOME! They were extremely communicative, professional and fun! My husband and I are both a bit camera shy and they did a great job of capturing everything but not overwhelming us. Oh and our video is so beautiful it brought us to tears. Highly recommend going with them for your wedding!
Shahde T., 3 months ago
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JessShootMe

5.0

Stockton, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am a Central Valley-based photographer, but I am always available for travel outside the Central Valley. I focus on portraiture, wedding, and event photography. My mission is to work hard to deliver quality images and give my clients a comfortable, enjoyable experience full of smiles and laughter from the initial contact through the session and even after the final product is delivered.

Jess was incredible to work with. She shot our elopement at San Francisco city hall. She communicated with us throughout the entire process and was very easy to work with. She was also flexible and accommodating when the plans had to change a bit. The photos came out amazing and she really made my vision come to life. I sent her inspiration photos beforehand and she perfectly captured the vibes I wanted. I highly recommend booking Jess for your event!
Crestina, 2 months ago
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JayneMayAgnes

5.0

Indianapolis, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Elopements are an incredible way to fuse together everything you love about doing life with your person and celebrate your relationship in a genuine, meaningful way. They allow you to put your marriage first. To release any pressure or judgment and just be you, together. Not only are you committing your life to someone you love more than anything, but you’re starting the adventure of a lifetime with an adventure of a lifetime. And because I’ll be there to help you craft the whole thing, and document it as it unfolds, you can relive your best day ever; over and over, forever.

I shot my first elopement wedding film with Jayne and she was such a joy to work with! Not only was she helpful in making sure I could get the shots I need, but she definitely had a rapport with the couple that really put them at ease. The other thing that really stood out was how thoughtful and detailed she was. She had done so much scouting, research, and leg work that the day just flowed really well and everything was just easy! Would highly recommend working with Jayne!
Danny Hall, 2 years ago
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EucariosVisuals

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

EucariosVisuals has been doing photography professionally for over 5 years and has shot over 200 wedding events! Our photography style is a timeless vibrant look and we will ensure to capture everything important to you on your wedding day.

Professional, attentive, patient, organized, great communication, hard working, and overall amazing. My wife and I hired Eucario to be the photographer for our wedding that ended as being one of our best decisions. Pictures of our wedding was a top priority, which is why we booked this service in the beginning while planning. I hired Eucario for 8 hours so that he captured photos prior to the wedding, during the ceremony, and during the reception. Weeks before the wedding, we also had a meeting to provide our preferences and better describe the plan for the event. The professionalism of him and his team was high-end as they made sure to take pictures of every angle of the event including pictures of our guests. I appreciated his willingness to go the extra length to work closely with my wedding coordinator, DJ, and other vendors when necessary. His knowledge of exactly when to be ready for particular moments such as sunset photos was perfect and giving direction to someone like myself who needs a lot of guidance was great. Post wedding, Eucario sent us our pictures in a very organized website styled album where we could easily download. The editing of our photos was very well done and something that I can imagine, takes photographers a lot of time. In summary, I would highly recommended Eucarios Visuals and thank him for helping us remember our special day.
Jordan & S., a year ago
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Captured Cupid

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Captured Cupid is based out of Sacramento, California servicing clients from around the world. Primarily started as a wedding cinematography studio that specializes in storytelling style filmmaking. We love the challenge of producing such high-quality work for each individual because the emotional response is extremely rewarding for both our clients and our team. We would love to make introductions and chat with you about your wedding or special event.

Kevin was the best investment we made for our wedding. He went above and beyond for us. He stayed late at our wedding and gave us expert tips and tricks during our wedding to create a smoother event. The biggest problem I experienced during my wedding (and I assume most other do as well) was stress. Everything was flying at me and my then fiancé and the last person I expected to help comfort me and my wife and put our minds at ease was our videographer Kevin. He handled things with such ease and calmness. It honestly felt like he was the captain that kept out ship afloat. He’s more than a videographer. He helped organize and coordinate family/games/events during our wedding and truly did more than we could have ever asked for. Not to mention he even took incredible photos for us and had a entire edited album created for us the very next day. He displays the incredible professionalism and true care for his clients. I recommend his work to everyone and anyone. He is the best investment you could make for your most important day. My wife and I can’t thank him enough for what he did for us.
Mark & P., 6 months ago
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Zack Schomp Photography

5.0

Sebastopol, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I was raised north of San Francisco in beautiful West Sonoma County. My wife and I moved back home after living in Oakland for a number of years, and are now raising our daughter in the home my wife grew up in - it's magical. I love finding new places to photograph in Sonoma County and beyond, and I love making new memories in the familiar places I know so well. Weddings make me giddy, and I can't get enough of that feeling. Besides photographing weddings and spending time with my family, I'm also a lecturer in photography at CSU East Bay. Teaching what I love is a true gift, and I'm grateful for this opportunity to share with my students.

Hire Zack!! Best decision I made throughout the wedding planning process. He shot our engagement shoot entirely on film, and our wedding on film and digital. He perfectly captured the vibe of the wedding. I knew he would deliver, but now being in receipt of these photos, I am in awe. He was able to capture the intimate, quiet moments, alongside the celebratory, lively moments. I loved the portraits he took of our friends and family (during the ceremony, listening to speeches, etc.), and the shots from the cocktail hour mingling and late night dancing. You can really feel the energy and love in his photos. Our wedding ended up running late (surprise), and we only had an hour to dance. Zack's contracted time ended before the dancing even started. He checked in with me, told me he was going to stay to capture the dancing, and head out after. This speaks volumes!! He is so thoughtful and just an all around great guy. The day of the wedding felt like a blur - a warm glow of love. Zack's photographs allow me to revisit this day with such clear, joyful memories, and I'm forever grateful.
Jenny C., 8 months ago
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Henington Studios

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

We're Jay and Larissa, partners, parents, and documentary wedding photographers based in Chicago and capturing weddings around the world. We've photographed love stories from Mexico to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. We've also been ranked among the world's best wedding photographers, but what matters most to us is what our couples think. Our goal is to blow your mind with photos that make your mother-in-law cry and your best friends say "holy shit!" If you want wedding photos that aren't just wedding photos, you're in the right place.

Holy sh**. Excuse my language, but It is needed to make sure that those of you reading this understand how sincerly amazing Jay and Larissa are. We have used them to photograph us personally as a couple and have used them for a wedding of family friends; and newborn pictures of my Niece, Harper. Each and every experience and photo shoot and email and text and phone call with them has been perfectly professional, fun, and reasonable. The prices are great, the people are great- and the photos are freakin perfect. Unique and fun and different- but also traditional for those seeking that. Jay and Larrisa are an amazing couple and they take seriously great photos. We will be using them for the next niece who is soon to arrive, and for engagement and wedding photos in the upcoming years. PLEASE give them a call today- they are the best!!!!!
Ali & H., 3 years ago
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Betsy Newman Photography

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Betsy is a lifestyle, wedding, and music photographer based in Los Angeles. She discovered photography as a creative outlet while studying theater at USC. Shortly after graduation, Betsy was hired as the tour photographer for Maroon 5 and documented 34 concerts across the country. Since then, Betsy has been on the road with One Direction, One Republic, Charlie Puth, and most recently Trevor Noah. Betsy's eye for candid moments and storytelling has led to photographing weddings around the world. She lives for documenting life and love through the lens. Betsy looks forward to hearing from you and bringing your vision to life!

I am writing this review wayyyy too late (over 2 years after my engagement photos were taken) and it has been eating me away inside because I need to give Betsy all the love and praise she deserves. Betsy photographed our engagement photos and would have done our wedding as well if she wasn’t already booked. As a wedding planner myself, I had worked with Betsy previously and she was always so fun, easy to work with and matched my energy on every level! She gets so excited when she knows she is ‘getting the shot’ that you can’t help but get excited too. I had a very specific vision for our engagement photos and she was 100% on board to make it happen. I love the photos so much and will treasure them forever as they document a very exciting time in our lives. I absolutely love working with Betsy and will definitely be booking her again in the future!
Aletha, a month ago
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Saul Cervantes

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I am honored that you have made it here and are taking the time to look around to see exactly what I have to offer; from wedding photography to elopements, to couple sessions, or anything else you feel the need that deserves to be documented! My heart is extremely full at the fact that I get to wake up everyday and call this my job! I’m a Nashville wedding photographer with a big passion for travel.

Saul is beyond amazing to work with and genuinely great company during the photoshoot. He makes the shoot feel so natural and effortless. We absolutely love our photos. Our jaw dropped when we saw our couples session photos. They look like shots out of a movie scene! It means so much to us that we could have our special moments captured so perfectly for us to keep forever.
Esmeralda Martin, 4 months ago
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Sukanya Singh Photography

5.0

Folsom, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Rabindranath Tagore said "It is very simple to be happy, but it is very difficult to be simple." - Motto of my life. So yes I am a simple person although fun-loving. I started as Software Engineer and aspired to work in a Multinational company and I became the mother of 2 beautiful kids. An eagerness to capture their childhood turned me into a professional photographer. So here I am successfully running my business for 4 years.

Sukanya is by far the best photographer I have ever worked with. She is extremely skilled and talented photographer in town, she is very creative and dedicated in her work and never failed to surprise me. Highly highly recommend her for any photo sessions or events. Good luck to you Sukanya.
Priya (plush with priya), 2 years ago
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Simple Joie Photography

5.0

Sherwood, OR
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Based in the PNW, I'm a seasoned photographer with 17+ years crafting love stories through weddings and portraits. Originally from the Bay Area, I've transplanted my roots here but am still drawn back to California often. Photography is my enduring passion, evolving from a creative background in design. Clients cherish the candid moments I freeze in time and value my patience. What sets me apart is not just technical expertise but a personalized boutique experience, from choosing me as your photographer to saying "I do." Immerse yourself in the art of storytelling through my lens, turning your wedding day dreams into timeless memories.

I've had the pleasure of working with Joie from Simple Joie Photography in the capacity of a vendor. I'm a wedding planner and work with a lot of different photographers. Joie stands out as excellent due to her extreme addition to detail, bubbly personality, and beautifully captured photographs. Her style showcases the natural light and colors of her subjects and the background. Her ability to make couples feel at-ease creates an enjoyable atmosphere on a day which can be both the best day and also a stressful one. I would 100% recommend Joie for your wedding day if you are looking for someone who will deliver beautiful, well-compositioned, and detail-oriented photographs while also making you feel like she's your best girlfriend. She will keep you smiling and laughing the whole time and you will be wowed at the final result. 10 out of 10 would recommend!
Jenna Fry, 3 years ago
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Alyssa Walker Photography

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Located in Los Angeles, California, Alyssa Walker Photography is an accomplished wedding photography business. They specialize in numerous photographic styles to produce striking images but specialize in the candid photojournalist style. No matter the activity, photographer Alyssa Walker will highlight every moment from your walk down the aisle, to the minute you say "I do," to the fun & candid dancing shots during your celebration. Owner Alyssa Walker firmly believes that love is inclusive and no one should be denied the right to marry the one they love. Inclusivity and love are interchangeable.

Alyssa was an absolute joy to work with. She understood exactly what we were looking for with our photos and offered suggestions if we got a bit camera shy. Not only that but she was extremely punctual, informative, and knew exactly where she needed to be at all times. My husband and I would recommend her to anyone in SoCal who is planning on getting married, she was spectacular!
Reanna C., a year ago
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Dirt, Pearls, and Curls Photography

5.0

Foresthill, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi! My names Marissa, and I have one of the coolest jobs around - hanging out with people on their wedding day! I love iced coffee and Jamie Fraser and spend my spare time reading or hanging out with my horse!

We had the best experience working with Marissa for our wedding! For one, she has an amazing personality - she is fun and lighthearted, so easygoing, AND also very responsible and on top of things (which I so appreciate)! For two, we had the unfortunate timing with COVID of having to postpone our wedding and our engagement shoot, and she made it super easy. She helped me many times in the planning process, from walking through the timeline, to picking out my bridesmaid dress color. Day of, she contributed so well to the fun vibe of the day, kept us on time and therefore not stressing out, and captured some AMAZING photos of us! She also captured so many awesome candids during our day, that looking back you can really see and remember how people felt, what the vibe of the day was, and the funny things that happened too (like when my friend spilled white wine on my dress and Marissa came to the rescue with napkins;)) Thank you so much Marissa!
Marla + A., 2 years ago
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Maya Rose Weddings

5.0

Novato, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Oakland, CA

With a passion for weddings, and an unbridled love for dance floors, I will be right by your side to make sure your day is captured perfectly for you to look back on for the rest of your lives. Specializing in weddings, elopements, and couples' sessions, I'm ready to document your day, authentically.

Maya was an amazing photographer who brought our wedding to life. Aside from being incredibly talented at capturing a perfect day, she was also lovely to work with. She made us feel so comfortable the entire time, it felt like she was an old friend i've known for years. She allowed us to be ourselves, giving us no pressure whatsoever. When I got my wedding photos from her, I was instantly in love. I’d hire her again and again!
Alexandra and C., 3 months ago
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MARS TAKES PHOTOS

5.0

Salt Lake City, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I'm a photographer who specializes in 35mm and medium format film photography. I also offer digital photography and am typically shooting both on a wedding day. My inspiration comes from organic moments, perfectly imperfect details, finding beauty in simplicity, and natural, modern and creative environments. I find that I thrive most when I get to work with couples who are so involved in the moment, they don’t care much about a wrinkle in their dress or a misplaced hair.

Once we got Marci on board, I felt immediately at ease about the wedding. I knew that, no matter what happened, no matter what details about the day wouldn't go perfectly, we would have great photos and the end of it all. She offered so much of herself before the actual date to check in with us and make sure we could talk about anything we wanted on the day. I love how everything she does feels intimate, natural, and captures the 2 people just as they are. I highly recommend booking Mars Takes Photos for your special day.
Aidan R., 6 months ago
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Alex Swenson Media

5.0

Rocklin, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Photography has been a part of me for years! I've had the pleasure of creating art in multiple fields in the Photography world and I've landed in couple and weddings. need to fill this out more another day

Alex did a great job capturing candid moments of the best day of our life!
Jonathan & M., a year ago
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Paige Nelson Photography

5.0

Escondido, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, I’m Paige, a San Diego based wedding photographer specializing in intimate wedding days and elopements. My work often takes me up and down the coast of California, but I'm available for travel worldwide.

Paige’s eye for detail will leave you with the most breathtaking photos! She is dedicated to get you the photos you want, easy to work with & really goes above & beyond for her clients! Highly recommend to all couples
Brianna Camilli, 4 years ago
Vladislava F. Photography

5.0

Wilmington, DE
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

ABOUT US... We are Vladislava & Peter, a husband and wife team who love everything photo, film & love. Serving Philadelphia area, east coast and all the way to the golden coast, capturing your defining moments and the moments you would otherwise forget. The intimate, the laughable, & the achingly raw. You want photographs that are a story told beautifully, those that do a moment justice. We are dedicated to capture your one of a kind, carefully curated love. This is your soul crafted story, let us tell it for you.

Vladislava was easy to work with while planning our wedding and the day of! She helped make us comfortable while posing and the photos turned out beautifully. So happy to have worked with her!
Adriana O., 2 years ago
Kathryn Lewis Photography

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Kathryn, a Modesto native, began her career as a teacher with Teach for America in the San Francisco Bay Area, and after years in the classroom was driven to nonprofit work. Her photography business was born out of the desire to continue that work while also being financially independent. Kathryn is incredibly thankful for that winding path, and for all the wonderful couples who have allowed this dream to become a thriving business. Kathryn absolutely loves getting to capture special moments all over California and beyond, and strives to create clean, classic images and build meaningful connections with couples. Y también, ella habla español.

Kathryn is wonderful! We did our engagement photos with her as well as our wedding photos. She was so easy to work with, never once added to the stress of such an important day and gave us hundreds of beautiful photos. Four years into our marriage and I still have our album bookmarked on my browsers to flip through often. I highly recommend Kathryn for all your photo needs and hope to work with her for every special event in our future. She was flexible, intuitive and never once felt intrusive during our ceremony but managed to capture so many perfect shots.
Jaki & R., 4 years ago
Luxium Weddings

5.0

Springfield, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,589
  • Serves Oakland, CA

We understand there's a lot to plan for your wedding which is why we simplify things for you. We are a photography and videography team whose passion is to creatively retell your big day through beautiful photos and videos. With over a decade of combined experience, you can rest assured knowing that your wedding day will be beautifully preserved.

Matt is great to work with and the quality of his work is unmatched. He has a keen eye for capturing what matters most and takes high quality well-composed photos. He offers photography and video recording (as well as arial footage). He really is a one-stop shop. If you have an important event where you need a photographer/videographer, contact Matt with Luxium Weddings. You will be glad you did.
Micah and J., a year ago
Michelle Walker Photography

5.0

Napa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi. It’s Michelle. And I’m a photographer who lets you relive every moment of your wedding. You cried coming down the aisle? Perfect! The best man forgot the rings? Hilarious! Three-hour portrait sessions? No way! Couples (and moms) ask me all the time…“How did you get that shot? I didn’t even see you!” That’s my style… unobtrusive, authentic, exceptional. I truly love what I do and it shows in emotional, meaningful photography. So, give me a ring. I can't wait to hear all about your big day!

We absolutely loved working with Michelle for our wedding. Michelle is so fun and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera from day one! She helped turn our “Covid/backyard” wedding into the most amazing and special day. She captures the most incredible moments and has an unbelievable eye for detail. Our day would not have been the same without her. Her love of “love” is contagious and everyone around her can feel it. Michelle is the absolute best. We cannot recommend her enough. She is so easy to work with and truly makes the wedding planning experience fun and memorable.
Jennie & M., 4 years ago
Nomadiq Aperture

5.0

Tahoe City, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,350
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hello there! I'm Tyler! I'm the face behind Nomadiq Aperture. I realized that while I was learning how to shoot weddings, every photographer I learned from was showing me these generic, unauthentic poses! I promised myself that I would never take that approach to weddings. I wanted to be different. I wanted work that I was proud of, and I wanted to deliver unique, memorable photos to any couple that I had the honor of photographing. I want you to remember your wedding day as a true adventure. A day that you'll look back on with a smirk on your face and say, "I don't think we will EVER be able to top that"

I highly recommend Nomadic Aperture for shooting any wedding or event. Communication on the back end was so quick leading up til the wedding day as he responded to my texts and emails promptly. Tyler and his team were perfectly on time to all the events, smiling the whole time, dressed/acted professionally, and devoted to capturing every key moment. They put so much effort into the whole weekend and I definitely hope to work with them soon. They shared sneak peaks very quickly after the wedding day and each photo is gorgeous!
Ruchi Sabat, 2 years ago
Amy Little Photography

5.0

Napa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I'm Amy, chief picture taker, head editor, dubious web designer, and volunteer animal hugger at Amy Little Photography. Work is always fun because I'm never far from snacks and never close to snakes. Taking pretty pictures is easy. But documenting the honest, emotionally raw, and laugh-out-loud, because you didn't know that happened pictures is where I really shine. Photographing hundreds of weddings has deepened my joy of authentic storytelling. It's also been a catalyst for my cake addiction so I hope you're cool with being an enabler.

I LOVE working with Amy! She has such a fun personality and her work is beautiful.
Lauren Miller Events, 4 months ago
Echo Media Photography

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Oakland, CA

We are mother daughter documentary wedding photographers based in California's beautiful Central Valley. We love working across our state and world wide (our favorite trip was to Denmark and Belgium photographing some of the sweetest couples!)We believe your wedding is uniquely yours and we are here to photograph it in a way that is true to you but through our lens. We wouldn't trade the opportunity we get to create cherished memories for so many amazing people for anything!

Cathy and Amy are both amazing photographers and are wonderful to work with. They are true assets in making the day go smoothly with our couples. I highly recommend their services for your big day!
Carrie Mathewson, 3 years ago
Avery Wong Photography

5.0

San Bruno, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I can tell you how I started shooting photos since I was a young wee lad, but that's what everyone else says and also it's not true. I didn't even pick up a camera until I was in high school. I'm the type of person who ignores convention and does it differently, my own way. Seldom the "right" way, but always the "Wong" way. My passion for creativity and my adeptness of the tech and the technical is what allows me to weave my craft and to produce art for my couples.

When my now husband and I were looking for a photographer, we made a tier list. After lots of weeding out of mediocre photographers, we narrowed our selections down to two. We resolved to contact the last two to see which one we wanted to go with. From the minute I first met Avery on zoom, I knew that I wanted to work with him. Not only are his photos phenomenal and extremely cinematic, they are somehow able to tell a story in the photo. I felt moved looking at some of his albums and I wondered how he was able to do that. When we actually got to working with him on our wedding day, I understood his process: He actually knows how to pose a model and gives clear instructions on where to put your hand, when to tilt head down, where to look, etc. This is what I was specifically looking for, as I've had some photographers who were just 'okay' that snapped away but gave no direction as to what to do. I think this is the mark of an excellent photographer and one who has clearly done many weddings. My butt looks great in all the photos. :) Also, I feel like I would qualify as a quirky bride, and he totally embraced that and took photos of my multiple plushies. That's a 100 in my book.
Jess L., a year ago
RF CREATE

5.0

Milpitas, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

We live to capture life’s most precious moments. Let us be a part of capturing your moment. We have over 5 Years in Photography & Video experience ranging from all styles of Wedding experiences. We're excited to hear about your upcoming day!

Working with RF was a dream. My wedding video and photos came out amazing. I couldn’t have asked for anything better. They were so kind and went above and beyond to make my big day extra special
Dalia s., 2 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Oakland, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Oakland, CA?

A Oakland, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $2,900. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Oakland, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Oakland, CA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include ozan ulucan photography, SweetEmms Photography and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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