Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Diego, CA

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Bellocq Weddings

5.0

New Orleans, LA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Are you frustrated with combing through page after page of the same old cliche'd wedding photos? Looking for something classic and timeless but with a bit of an edge? We got you. I've been creating wedding day memories for over a decade now. New Orleans. Chicago. Minneapolis. The PNW. NYC. We travel all over this country, and even internationally, when the right opportunity presents itself, documenting love stories for our amazing couples. Our goal with each new wedding, is not to be just good or “good enough”--the goal is to be world-class, one of the top wedding photography teams in the world. Each couple helps us accomplish this.

Awarded Best of Zola
J. was fantastic. He was like a ghost in the crowd during the wedding and caught such amazing moments throughout the event. As the bride, there was so much going on and I didn't have to direct J. at all, he just flowed through the preparation, ceremony and party with ease and captured everything. He also had some fabulous ideas for posed pictures post ceremony. From the start I knew he would be great because he contacted me immediately after I sent a request to him and actually PICKED UP THE PHONE to speak in person. Crucial in my book! We were absolutely impressed with his professionalism and the pictures are beyond even "a thousand words". We couldn't be happier. Thank you J. and the Rock n' Roll Wedding Club for capturing a once in a lifetime event that we will treasure forever. I will highly recommend you to anyone I know!
Jessie, 5 months ago
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Mindy Webb Photography

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Based in Northern California, I travel between Napa/Sonoma-North Bay and the Lake Tahoe area photographing beautiful weddings. My light and airy imagery has a candid, documentary style that has been published on Zola, Rustic Wedding Chic, and other popular wedding websites. Dedicated to discovering the best love stories, I travel nationwide and also photograph couples from around the world at San Francisco City Hall. Awarded Best Wedding Photographer in Campbell, CA and Los Gatos, CA.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mindy is the BEST! So friendly and professional! Our photos are everything we could have hoped for, and we get so many compliments on them! Her second shooter, Allie, is also super great and friendly. The groom and groomsmen had a great time with her! Mindy was super helpful and responsive while planning our day-of timeline and shot list. We also got our sneak peaks the day after our wedding! Could not have asked for a better photographer!
Allison W., a year ago
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Heather Lee Photographs

5.0

La Quinta, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hi! I'm Heather, the photographer behind Heather Lee Photographs. I've always had a passion for the art of photography… learning, appreciating, and shooting all that I can. I enjoy capturing the special moments in life, helping people remember the past, and allowing them to keep those memories alive.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding photos turned out absolutely amazing!! My husband and I can be quite shy in front of the camera and we are so incredibly pleased with our beautiful and natural our photos turned out. Heather was super nice and easy to work with. She was able to capture true emotions from everyone at the wedding. Reliving our wedding through these beautiful pictures is so fun and we can’t wait to get our favorites framed!
Lauren W., a year ago
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Epoch Moment

4.8

Colorado Springs, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Ep·och | (ˈepək) Mo·ment /ˈmōm(ə)nt/ An epoch is a period of time in a life that is so significant it changes that life for the rest of time. So an Epoch Moment is the seconds in a day that make up this momentous period of life. Epoch Moment and its team focus solely on wedding and engagement photography. We're trained specifically to capture the stories and emotions of weddings and engagements while delivering an unmatched experience. We're the only company we know of that offers a truly unlimited time wedding day coverage and we're the company that started the $1 engagement shoot with no wedding contract.

I'm a wedding planner in Colorado and have had the pleasure of working with Adam and his team at Epoch multiple times. I also strategically try to work with them whenever I can. Why? They are simply amazing. Very chill, very fun, very dependable, very flexible (nothing rattles them!), and so very talented. I breathe easy when I know they'll be my photographer for the day.
Tresa Taysom, a year ago
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Strata Weddings

5.0

Boulder, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Strata Weddings was born out of a deep love for storytelling and a desire to make your wedding day unforgettable. Established as a national company, we have had the privilege of documenting countless love stories from coast to coast. Our journey began with a simple belief that every love story is unique and deserves to be told with authenticity and creativity.

We booked Strata, weddings for both photo and video and we are absolutely thrilled with the results. The team was very professional on the day of the wedding. Brandon and Kayla were amazing to work with. We are absolutely beyond words with the results. If you were looking for an affordable photographer and videographer, look no further. Book them. You will not be disappointed.
Britt S., 24 days ago
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David and Blanca Photography

5.0

Santa Ana, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Welcome! We are a husband and wife team and have been married for over 8 years and are blessed with two kids, Josiah and Esther. Family is the most important thing in our lives and it is the reason why we absolutely love photographing weddings and family events. We strive to capture every meaningful moment throughout your big day as it happens. We love meeting new people and our goal is to deliver amazing photos and great service.

Awarded Best of Zola
David and Blanca were incredibly professional and kind to work with. They captured all the special moments from our big day and posed us well along with our wedding party in our photo shoot. David coordinated with the photography venue (Mission San Juan Capistrano) and secured all the photography permits for us. He also threw in a bonus engagement photo session at a beautiful park in Irvine. On the big day, David and his wife, Blanca, were ready to go for our ceremony punctually and captured several beautiful memories. I barely noticed them throughout the ceremony, but when we received our photos, all our special moments were captured extremely well. They were again prompt and ready to go for our photo shoot at Mission San Juan Capistrano. We were time limited by the venue (our ceremony was at 2 in Costa Mesa and the Mission grounds close strictly at 5), but because David and Blanca were experienced and ready to go, we captured several beautiful photos at multiple places around the garden grounds. We were able to capture all the photos we needed and more within an hour. David and Blanca posed us and our wedding party well and the photos were professionally edited. They also captured all the special moments from our reception. Thanks to David and Blanca, we will have many beautiful photos to hang up in our house, share with our relatives, and cherish throughout our life.
Alyssa L., 5 months ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography

5.0

Louisville, KY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,150
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you're in search of a photographer who will capture your wedding day seamlessly & eloquently...look no further. I can't rave enough about how beautiful our wedding day album turned out. From planned shots to the candids, it's exactly what I had envisioned. Katilin did such an awesome job of maneuvering around grabbing shots here and there and snapping shots of our day authentically. On top of it all, she was so friendly which made the experience even sweeter. It was easy to be comfortable around her and open up to the pictures. After the wedding day, sneak peek pictures were delivered promptly and she continued to keep us in the know of when to expect the full album. I would highly recommend her to any couple getting married!
Emily B., 3 months ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City + Atlanta based wedding photographer, but you can find me in a different city and country every week of the year capturing unforgettable moments in time. I shoot in a cinematic and timeless style making sure to capture raw and candid moments that will make your day look feel a movie. I have over 200,000 followers on social media as well as 10 of millions of image/video views so you can be assured who you’re working with. Let’s create something captivating! Caz Cinemotion

Caz is a once in a generation photographer. I’ve worked with him in many weddings and he goes over and above with every detail in dealing with wedding couples and also his photography. He has a style that will make you feel like you’re in a movie when you look back at them. I 1,000% recommend you book him as your wedding photographer if he’s available!
sheldon , 4 months ago
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TheTheodors Photography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hi friends! We are Vlad and Aida, husband and wife team photographers living in SoCal. We are USA and Europe destination photographers, seekers of that natural light that makes our souls kind. For 13 years already we’ve felt truly honored to have people’s trust for considering us to photograph one of the most important days of their life! We have dedication and passion for what we do and for the people around us! We love how we are able to connect with couples who have the same approach to love and values that we share. Our couples are kind, creative, unique, love adventuring, treat other with respect and throw a wedding that feels like them!

Awarded Best of Zola
I love the reel they made for my wedding, in a very quick time frame! They are such a sweet and chill couple that is easy to work with and they know how to take such great photos! Can't wait to see the rest, the ones they sent so far are so beautiful and capture the memories that I will hold on to for a lifetime! Thanks you guys!
Cheeney S., 9 months ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video)

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hey future newlyweds! I'm Jarrod, a wedding photographer that specializes in story telling. Tired of all the bright, overposed, cookie cutter sh*t you keep seeing? Let's create wedding images with real emotion, story, and intention to them. I know being in front of the camera can be awkward. That's why I choose not to pose couples, but instead prompt you to do something like "take off your shoes and run across the field" or " get inside the car and kiss everywhere except the lips". These prompts will help you feel comfortable and also help create candid images. Check out my website for more info :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Jarrod was so professional and made it so easy and fun to take photos that captured our essence and our love. The photos of our special day are now displayed in our home and continue to be a priceless reminder of one of the best days of our lives. Can’t recommend Jarrod enough - thanks for everything 11/10 !!!
Rachel C., 6 months ago
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A Shot Of Love Films

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

As wedding photographers and videographers, our philosophy revolves around capturing memories that celebrate the unique personalities of each couple. We strive to showcase the authentic moments, heartfelt emotions, and joyful connections that make each wedding day truly special.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently worked on an event with A Shot of Love Films in Los Angeles (I was the DJ!) I’ve worked with many video/photo teams but from start to finish they were professional, friendly and on top of their game. They didn’t miss a detail and had excellent communication skills prior to the event. Not to mention - they beautiful video and photos!! Don’t wait too long - they definitely get booked quickly. I highly recommend. 10/10
Christina LaRocca, 5 months ago
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William J Saylor Photography

5.0

Moreno Valley, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I love capturing people in all their forms. In Love, happiness, and excitement and so many other moments in life. Each session is a literal reminder of this amazing life that we live. I want to capture your moments and help tell your story. From the moment you sign on with myself and my team we get to work. If you have a coordinator we will immediately reach out and work with them to make sure there are plenty of moments to capture the photo/video of your dreams. We also have a list of vendors from DJ's, Florists, MUaH's and venues if you need any suggestions. The ultimate goal is to provide you the best media possible for your day

Awarded Best of Zola
I am my own independent free lancer. I run my own business with my own team. I have known William going on 10 years and have worked with him at numerous weddings. Working with William is very seamless and professional. He has the proper equipment to get the job the done at a high level and holds himself to a high standard. He is always on time which is more than what I can say for other vendors. It’s always a pleasure working with him and look forward to future projects together.
Cameron Allen, 2 years ago
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Ivy Rose Photography

5.0

Las Vegas, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I'm a California and destination wedding photographer servicing all of California and wherever your love takes you. My timeless photography style is a mix of documentary and editorial curated to every couple's unique love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ivy was absolutely amazing. She made my day smooth & special. Our photos all came out so amazing and better then I could ever imagine. I always say trust your photographer when they’re trying to position you or when they have an idea. It always comes out absolutely beautiful. Every single photo captured the important moment did our wedding day.
Chelsea & M., 2 years ago
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Pictures by Nicole Seaman {"Pics by Nics"}

5.0

Allentown, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I was introduced to the world of photography the same week I was introduced to the world! All thanks to my Dad, who was never without his camcorder or camera. Because of him, our memories growing up are preserved. Then I got my first camera + tons of film. I documented everything. When film turned into digital, that was a turning point in my life. Since then, my memories, large + small, have been organized on my computer, by year. So I can go back + revisit so many wonderful memories from my life...most which I wouldn't remember without pictures!

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I got married at the start of the pandemic. Who would’ve thought that not long after I met the man of my dreams the world would be turned on its head! But there we were, starting a new life together during an uncertain time. Our wedding plans went through many changes as you would imagine. But Nicole was understanding, and did her best to work with our requests. She seemed to be just as excited about our plans as we were. My husband and I both agreed that she was easy to reach, and she was always very pleasant whenever we did so. She actually showed up to my wedding before I did! I would positively recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer for a special event. I’m very pleased with how the pictures came out. I would like to hire her again to do some family photos.
Annecatette K., a year ago
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Frances + Tony Photography & Films

4.2

Avondale, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

We are Tony and Frances, a passionate duo devoted to the art of wedding photography. Our hearts skip a beat with each love story we capture through our lenses. We strive to freeze those cherished moments, preserving the essence of each couple's journey. We are a husband-and-wife team, madly in love, deeply devoted to our craft, and highly experienced to capture your moments and make them last forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
Frances & Tony are a great team! Frances has an incredible talent for capturing the most beautiful moments of our wedding. I hate being in front of the camera but Frances found a way to make me feel so comfortable and relaxed and it shows in the images she gave us. Tony blew us away with the incredible video he created! WOW!! The whole experience was awesome! I definitely will continue to use this pair and HIGHLY recommend you do the same. You will not be disappointed!
Tasha & G., 3 years ago
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Velvet Love Studio

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Our photographers are artists with a passion for capturing the beauty and emotion of your wedding day. We use top-of-the-line equipment and lighting to ensure your photos are nothing short of spectacular. As a mobile studio, Velvet Love goes beyond traditional wedding photography. They are adventurers, storytellers, and artists, ready to embark on a journey with you to create a visual masterpiece that transcends borders. The studio's flexibility in travel arrangements, paired with their artistic expertise, means that your wedding memories will be a blend of breathtaking landscapes and intimate moments that showcase the depth of your love.

As newlyweds, my partner and I were determined to find a photographer who could immortalize the magic of our special day. After much research and countless recommendations, we stumbled upon Velvet Love Studio, and let me tell you, it was love at first sight. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of our wedding album, every interaction with Velvet Love Studio was nothing short of exceptional. Their professionalism and attention to detail were evident from the start, as they took the time to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day itself, the team at Velvet Love Studio worked tirelessly to capture every fleeting moment, ensuring that no smile, tear, or embrace went unnoticed. Their ability to blend into the background while still orchestrating the perfect shots was truly remarkable, allowing us to enjoy our day without feeling intruded upon.
Alexia P., 4 months ago
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Kellie Jane Photo & Film

5.0

Menifee, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I have a love for travel and I'm obsessed with my dog and two cats. I enjoy lots of raw, sassy humor and a little bit of sarcasm. Tequila is my go-to... all the margaritas please! The desert is where you’ll find me on any given day. There’s something so magical about that place, am I right? I love learning the little weird things about my couples and bringing out the corkiness. We all have it! If you like what you’re reading, maybe I'm the one!

Awarded Best of Zola
Kellie is amazing! She was so quick to respond with answers for a ton of questions I had before booking her. She also made me and my husband feel comfortable in front of the camera and helped us with poses. I described the look i was going for and kellies photography matched it perfectly! She was always on time and had a quick turn around with my photos and album. She stayed til the very end of my wedding and got some fun candid shots. We love our photos and everyone who has seen them is super impressed! I’ll be using her again for my next event!
Laura, 3 years ago
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Gui Bittencourt Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hello! My name is Gui Bittencourt, and I have been servicing Southern California since 2018. My love for photography started during childhood. Playing with my grandma's film camera opened my eyes to new possibilities. After leaving Brazil, I decided to become a photographer and use my photographic eye to capture people's special days. Since then, I have had the honor of photographing people from all over the world. If you're looking for a photographer, find someone whose work you love, but as important is their personality and the energy they'll bring to your special day. Feel free to contact me for more information. I'll be happy to help!

Awarded Best of Zola
Gui is an amazing photographer. He gives you the best tips for the best photos even if you already have a dumb idea of a photo in mind. He was flexible and accommodating to our requests. Thanks for documenting a very important moment in our lives!
Gus & A., a year ago
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Forbis Fotography

5.0

Mexico, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hello, friends! I'm a 27-year-old wife, momma, & self proclaimed adventurer. I live with my husband, Ryan, in Central Missouri, but spend a lot of time on the road traveling! From Alaska to Italy to New Zealand, I'm a fan of world travels...and I'm more than willing to go just about anywhere for YOU! I'm here to capture ALL of life's adventures for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Marissa was awesome to work with. Very creative and also listened to our requests. Thank you! Scott & Kimberly
Scott M., a year ago
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Juniper and Fox Photography

5.0

Whitesboro, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hey there, I'm Karli your luxury wedding and engagement photographer. I am absolutely passionate about capturing the authentic and intimate moments as your wedding day unfolds! When you look back on your photographs, I want you to relive all the emotions you experienced.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Karli to photograph our micro-wedding in June. Even though we had a smaller guest count than anticipated, we wanted to make sure that we could capture the memories from our event for posterity. She went above and beyond to deliver amazing photographs and was super respectful of the different aspects of our wedding that differed from a traditional American wedding. For example, the bride and groom wanted to mix & match parts from their different Asian heritages that they loved, including outfit changes for the bride and for the groom's mother, traditional food, and a tea ceremony for the bride and groom's parents. Karli was able to get candid shots of everything. For those couples who are going for a rustic and down to Earth Southern barn wedding, look no further! This is your photographer. She will take the time to get to know you as a couple (which makes for the most authentic photographs).
Jennifer, a year ago
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Jasmine Jorges Photo

5.0

Somerville, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hi, I'm Jasmine! I'm your all-in, candid obsessed photographer based in New England but really anywhere. (I love to travel!) After four years and dozens of weddings, I can safely say photography is my passion. From the planning and envisioning ideas to the day of capturing all your special moments and the in-between shots, I'll be there to support you through it all.

Awarded Best of Zola
I was so happy when Jasmine was able to photograph my small elopement on short notice! She was so nice with me and all my family and friends, and really felt like a part of my small ceremony. She captured amazing small moments, and even planned a secret hour with my maid of honor in the morning for a surprise brunch! I was so happy to have her there for all of it, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning.
Arabiye, a year ago
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Stephanie Pardo Photography

5.0

Walnut Creek, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Originally from Colombia, I now call California home! At an early I began to take an interest in capturing the world as I saw it, as I followed my passion in photography it has taken me all around the world. I knew this passion was more than a hobby, so I pursued a degree in production photography and after graduating I decided that it was time for me to start fresh here in the United States. Upon moving here I immediately became captivated by helping others capture their most wonderful memories, especially during what might be one of the most important moments in their lives- their wedding!

Stephanie did our Engagement photos and some family photos and they were nothing short of perfect. She has such a great eye when it comes to lighting, background and all the small details needed to capture those special moments. She also puts so much effort and time in to delivering the best photos to you quickly! I highly recommend her for any and all your photo needs.
Melissa & C., 4 months ago
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Erin Marton Photography

5.0

Newport Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Since 2018, I've organically captured intentional connection at weddings. Above all, I want you to walk away from your wedding feeling like you and your new spouse were able to be completely present, immersed in a whirlwind of laughter and dancing and hugs from everyone you love most. Your photos should be a perfect reflection of that. The dream scenario is that you have a wedding photographer who gives off best friend energy and captures the day freely, unreservedly, with all the passion and excitement in the world because photographing love is a genuine pleasure and joy. I have been that person for many and would love to do it for you too.

Awarded Best of Zola
Erin Marton. Where to begin. Erin's soul shines brighter than anyones. As a videographer, working with Erin has been nothing short of stress-free and fun. Erin is the type of person that makes the day THAT much more smooth and seamless. And it's something that is hard to come by, because that's hard to put into practice and learn. But with Erin, it's natural.. she already has it, she doesn't need to learn to be thoughtful and radiant, she just is! Working with photographers can sometimes be difficult if there isn't enough communication on the day, but that is NEVER an issue with Erin. She's so bubbly and personable and so down-to-earth that you automatically feel like one of her close friends. DON'T LOOK ANY FURTHER, HIRE ERIN!
Drew Wyman, 4 years ago
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Sunbeam Studio Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hi there! My name is Kelsey and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer, and I shoot everywhere from Europe to locally in Denver! My favorite thing about photography is capturing the candid “in-between” moments, real emotions, and when people bring their dogs to their shoots. I work with my clients to create memories that last beyond their wedding day, and deliver photos that capture the fun, romantic and timeless moments so you can re-live them for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey is an incredibly talented photographer - she truly "sees" the subject of the photo. She understands their energy, personality, and their comfort (and discomfort) zones. Kelsey has the ability to capture these special moments in time in a photo, that when revisited/looked at after the event, take you RIGHT back to that moment. She is artistic, professional, and consistent with her art and business. She is always exactly where you need her to be, and extremely reliable. She puts the client at ease, even when being in front of a camera is not the most comfortable experience for most people! She is organized in her approach before, during and after the event but never too pushy or overbearing. She listens, observes, and performs at a very high level. Working with Kelsey was a dream, and I feel thankful to have worked with her. I believe the photographer is the most important vendor during the "wedding" process (engagement, wedding, etc.) and I struck gold with Sunbeam!!
Tori G., 9 months ago
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MCP - (Mariela Campbell Photography)

5.0

Riverside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I'm Mariela, a traveling Wedding and Elopement Photographer. I live in Riverside, California, and have traveled and explored since pursuing my photographic journey for over fifteen years. I am intentional and detail-oriented with my work, as much as I am carefree, easygoing, and fun with my couples. I balance my organic approach to photos journalistically and capture the details editorially. Your imagery will be filled with emotions and captured moments to last your lifetime. "I am a MISSION INN Preferred Vendor." LGBTQ Friendly

Awarded Best of Zola
I have had the pleasure to work with Mariela on multiple events, She is such a joy to be around and gives such an ease to the day. Her captures are always filled with great details, ture to color and some unique fun.
Lovely Ambiance, 5 months ago
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Visuals by J. McKenzie

5.0

Upper Marlboro, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Jamaal (J. McKenzie) has been described as an ever-evolving romantic, a perfectionist and a serial creative. With a perspective deeply rooted in expressive art-forms such as musicianship & spoken word, Jamaal approaches every story with an unwavering respect and veneration for each moment. Bred in Brooklyn, New York and tempered in a variety of cities across the vast United States and South America, Jamaal brings a familiar, yet fine-tuned touch, lodging echoes of that vastness in every image. Jamaal produces timeless visuals and agencies across the conduits of creative genres, exploring the roots of the emotions at the core of us all.

Awarded Best of Zola
It's always a pleasure working with Jamaal - He's professional, fun and always knows how to set our clients at ease when they're in front of the camera. The images speak for themselves, he's one of the best around! Can't go wrong!
Shane Redman, 2 years ago
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Eyeblink Photo

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Diego, CA

For us, it is all about documenting your day as it unfolds. We are believers that the best photographs come from letting everything flow. We don't believe in interrupting special moments to get a safe (posed) photo. On the contrary, we capture all moments: the fun, the crazy, the unexpected. We will get your dad in tears when he sees you in your wedding gown, and will also take your nephew in the middle of a tantrum. All that is part of your story. When you see your photos in 5 years, you will remember how your special day FELT and not only how it looked. You don't have to worry about photos, you just have to enjoy your day at the fullest.

Awarded Best of Zola
Fernanda is amazing to work with. She's able to capture candid pictures of every moment in your event. I love how bright and true to tone her images come out and she avoids filters. I loved working with Fernanda!
Griselda, a year ago
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The Honeymooners Productions

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,300
  • Serves San Diego, CA

The Honeymooners Productions are a husband and wife duo who are determined to live life like they are on their honeymoon! They specialize in both PHOTO AND VIDEO which simplifies you’re planning process and budget. Their energy for life and love makes them PASSIONATE about your wedding experience! Let's get this party started! Email us about your wedding! We would LOVE to hear alllllllll about your day and your love!

Forever thankful for the Honeymooners Productions Maddie and Luke did an amazing job at capturing all the moments that took place at our wedding. Their intentionality and creativity allowed them to capture everything and more than what we asked for.
Grace, 3 years ago
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Ally & Andre Photo + Film LLC

5.0

Ontario, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,300
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Welcome! We are Ally & Andre, a Photo and Film team based out of Southern California and (basically anywhere fun, cool or adventurous you want to get married!) We have the best job in the world, a job that lets us travel, take photos, meet awesome couples, and make new friends everyday. We have been doing photography and videography professionally for 7 years and have been a part of close to 100 weddings.

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Ally and Andre did our wedding video and it came out perfect. They are both very hard workers and worked very well with our photographer. 10/10 highly recommended. Prior to our wedding, Andre captured pictures during my engagement. Came out perfect as well
Kyle, 2 years ago
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Mastrosimo Photography

5.0

Fort Collins, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I love photography and the powerful role of active witness that gives me. I am a father and a husband and I know that your wedding day is just the beginning of the crazy wonderful story that your marriage will be. These pictures will be one of the first memories of your life together. I am grateful to have the chance to create something unique and special for people, that will last in time. I believe I was made to tell these stories and I’m sure you are going to love them! Let’s do this!

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I highly recommend Simone for your photography needs. He has a calm, but playful demeanor that was just perfect for our wedding. He came well prepared and kept us feeling comfortable all throughout. A great all around experience! 100% would hire him again.
Danielle, 3 years ago
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Oxford St. Photography

5.0

Arlington, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hi, bienvenidos! We are Juniett and Julian, the husband and wife photography power duo. First things first, we are here to serve you and create wedding images that you are absolutely in love with. The only way we can make this happen is through communication and preparation so we make it a priority to get to know you and understand the things you value. We will meet with your planner to make sure we have the right vision and set everything up for a successful day. Booking for 2024-2025. No travel fees.

It was such a pleasure working with Juniett and Julian! They sincerely care about their craft and producing the highest quality product with the subjects in mind! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer!
Anisha Zaman, 25 days ago
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Danielle Bennink Photography

5.0

Glendora, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

A true artist at heart, Danielle has spent over twenty-five years behind a camera. For over a decade she has specialized in recording couples and families in some of their most joyous moments. Utilizing both digital and film, she documents not only the major moments, but the minor moments, too, that sometimes go amiss: the grandmother gazing fondly at the new generation. The proud tearful eyes of a parent watching as their child embarks on an exciting new chapter. Big or small, with her trained eye Danielle captures every brushstroke to fully realize the memory of your special day.

Danielle did an amazing job with our engagement photos. She created a memorable, comfortable, & fun experience that we will never forget. not only did she deliver photos that went beyond our expectations, but the experience & quality of photos and service was 10/10. perfect for any occasion & we will definitely be using her again for future photos!
Lauren Herzog, 2 months ago
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Dominic Trujillo Photography & Videography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Diego, 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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AJ Photography-NV

5.0

Gardnerville, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I'm AJ, a wedding photographer based in South Lake Tahoe, CA Your wedding will be beautiful, unique, and full of joy, I believe your pictures should be too. Your day, and everything that made it so special, deserves to be remembered! But that's not my only goal - I want you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to be able to enjoy your entire wedding experience. Live in the moment, I'll be there to capture it.

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One of the best decisions I made was booking Armando. He was professional, calm, so easy and fun to work with, and made both our engagement shoot and wedding day 100 times less stressful. Not to mention the photos were amazing. Highly recommend!
Ilana S., 2 years ago
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Natural Images Photo Video

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, 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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I highly recommend Natural Images. They did amazing work, extremely professional and high quality photos. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer and videographer!
Bryce and T., a year ago
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Manuel Espino Photography

5.0

Downey, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Finding an insanely talented wedding photographer that you can trust & afford...impossible? Nope! Contact Manuel Espino Photography who can soothe your fears, and your budget. I am Manuel Espino a Los Angeles and Orange County storyteller wedding photographer who serves clients that value art and service. My style is a blend of artistic, documentary and portrait wedding photography.

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We had a great experience with Manny. He was professional , friendly and the photos are beautiful. We had a large selection to choose from and the photos came through very quickly after the wedding day. We recommend Manny whole heartedly.
Andrea, a year ago
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Rebecca y Las Otras

5.0

South Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I am a documentary wedding photographer -- I'm all about capturing real moments. In my photographs, I’m always shooting with an eye for color, light, and dynamic shadows. I integrate these technical aspects with my background in film, literature and storytelling so with every wedding, I create a series of documentary photos that recreates the authentic narrative of a day. I’m always chasing the candid, the emotional, even the un-noticed everyday details; things that make you do a double take, little moments that make your heart swell.

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We approached Rebecca for her photojournalistic photography, something we explicitly wanted in our wedding because we wanted those natural moments captured without looking awkward, and she astonished us by capturing so many sentimental and hilarious parts throughout our wedding. From framing to editing, the photos turned out fantastic and we love them so much! You can see raw emotion, joy, and amazement throughout them. She truly captured the feelings of the day without making us feel overly posed and orchestrated; she made it all feel natural and sometimes even seemed to disappear out of sight (although the photos prove she was there all along). She truly is an artist! We also appreciated Rebecca and Stephanie getting onto the dance floor and grooving with us while capturing hilarious moments. We highly recommend Rebecca if you want authentic, beautiful photos from someone who understands how to include cultural and personal values in your special event!
Phi & A., 2 years ago
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Lori Mae Artistry

5.0

Menifee, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hey there! I'm Lori, your go-to wedding photographer extraordinaire in sunny Southern California. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in capturing vibrant, bold moments infused with raw emotion. I thrive on kick-ass clients like you who trust me to run wild with creativity. Let's embark on this wild, wonderful journey together—creating vibrant snapshots of your love story, one moment at a time. Let's chat and create some magic together!

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Lori was the best! She made me feel totally comfortable throughout the whole shoot. Would definitely book another photo shoot with her
Joy and R., 2 years ago
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Wild Honey Photo

5.0

Irvine, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I’m Jackie- Your guide to planning a unique, customized elopement day experience anywhere in the world. While I am based in Southern California, I help couples all over the world plan and execute their dream elopements. I help you through the process step-by-step with location recommendations, local vendor recommendations, excursion and activity ideas, timeline planning, and more. You can find more about adventure elopements and myself + get in touch with me about your elopement vision through my website!

Jackie is truly like a bff that happens to be a professional vendor. Choosing her to be our wedding photographer was the easiest decision ever. Her photos give a genuine, laid back feel, and the whole time she’s working her magic, you barely notice she’s there. She makes you and your partner feel like you’re the only two people in the world, and she captures your most beautiful moments in a set of timeless photos. I could not recommend her more. She is even the reason I felt motivated enough to begin my own photography journey, simply because she makes it look so effortless and is so gracious with her advice. If you need a helpful, resourceful, and adventurous photographer for your special day, you 1000% need Jackie.
Lindsay V., 3 years ago
Jesscaste Photography

5.0

Tustin, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

"Who's that girl, it's Jess!" Hey guys, I'm Jess! I love all things New Girl, The Legend of Zelda, and Broadway Musicals! I like to describe myself as Jessica Day, minus the really talented singing voice, but just overall kind of quirky and nerdy. I love capturing love stories, and fan girling hard core over all things wedding! If you need someone who is going to help you walk through your planning process, I'm your girl! You can also catch me binge eating tacos and ice cream while editing until 3am!

No matter where you get married Jess makes your photos look like a DREAM. Jess made us feel so comfortable and felt like she was part of the wedding party. We had the MOST fun with her as the photographer for our wedding, I made sure she was free before picking the date of our wedding because having her as our photographer was one of our main priorities! Honestly if I could give her more stars I would.
Gomez C., 4 years ago
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Jos & Tree

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Diego, 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 his team were very professional and they have a unique style that stands out among the rest. If you art looking for artistic photos for your event, check out their portfolio.
Carol Kelly, 3 years ago
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Miku Matsuzuru

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I am a photographer born in Japan, raised in Hawaii, based in Orange County, CA. I love to take event photography, especially weddings, because there is already so much joy and emotion happening and I want to capture that moment and feeling so you can always go back to it just by seeing the photography.

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I have worked with Miku a few times and I have to say, the qualities of her photographs is amazing of course, and her pictures give a dynamic but warm feeling which the clients were also satisfied. Her personality is very friendly and I think she has the skills to make the clients comfortable. Also, her posture toward work is great, she replies to messages fast so she is easy to work with. I hope to continue to work with her in the future.
Media Focus, Inc., 2 years ago
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Onyx and Arrow Collective

5.0

Henderson, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I'm April, and I'm here to be your coffee-fueled hype woman on your wedding day! Onyx and Arrow Collective is a wedding photography and videography brand designed to service couples from coast to coast. After 6 years in business, my team and I have been honored enough to capture nearly 900 love stories. We're here to ensure a fun, seamless day while capturing amazing pictures for you and your partner.

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I cannot recommend April enough! Leading up to the wedding, we had to make some last minute changes due to covid restrictions. April was so easy to work with throughout the whole process and helped me find an option that fit well within my budget but still perfectly captured my big day. During the actual wedding, I still cannot believe how easily she kept things flowing. I was nervous about looking awkward or uncomfortable in the pictures, but April helped us both feel comfortable and we spent the entire session laughing. The pictures came out so beautiful too!! Looking through them, I really feel like a princess. I really cannot recommend April enough. You won’t be disappointed!
Liza, 4 years ago
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Tida Svy Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Ayyy it’s ya girl Tida (like pita)! I’m not just another photographer – I’m your hype girl, your ally, your eyes and your ears on your wedding day. I’ll be there freaking out shouting “YASSS OMG HOT FIRE ALERT” hyping you up during portraits because holy-shit you look amazing AF! I’ll be dancing circles around your guests while I shove my camera in their faces, fixing your hair when the wind gets too cray, and confidently (and loudly) directing your family portrait time. I’m a tiny ball of giant energy and gurl, it shows on your wedding day – TRUST.

I've been a wedding planner for over 10 years and let me just tell you- coming across someone as genuine, kind and talented as Tida doesn't come around everyday. She is a pure joy to work with. She is organized and on top of everything before the wedding and on the day of. And her work! Pure magic. I always look forward to getting galleries back from Tida. You will not regret hiring her!
Emilee Sutherland, 4 years ago
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Jonathan Moore Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

My name is Jonathan Moore. I am a Los Angeles based wedding photographer and available worldwide. I'll get right to it: The very last thing I want is for you to think of your experience with me as a "photoshoot." I think that posed "prom" photos are totally lame and reflect absolutely nothing unique about you or your partner. After all, you are not actors pretending to be "in love," so why should your images reflect that? At the core, your images should ultimately remind you of why you fell in love in the first place. This is what we're celebrating!

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Working with Jonathan was awesome! Communication was easy and we met with him and did a tour of the venue to align on exactly what we wanted. He was super helpful on the day but didn’t get in the way at all! The photos were absolutely amazing, we seriously couldn’t be happier with the output. He really captured who we are and how we feel About each other without any awkward posing which I personally hate lol. Thanks so much!!!
Sarah & M., 2 years ago
MP Motion Photos

5.0

San Bernardino, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

With a profound passion for my craft, evident in every single photograph I capture, my approach seamlessly fuses elements of photojournalism and fine art. I deliver real emotions, true to life color imagery and authentic story telling of your wedding day with several goals in mind-To be genuine, faithful to your personalities and to document the bond you have with one another to convey a story that resonates in your heart.

Marlene is so amazing to work with. Her level of professionalism exceeds yet she creates such a fun and laidback environment when it comes to shooting. Her artistry and attention to details is phenomenal. She is so helpful with direction on posing and getting the families organized. You need to book her!
Faviola Lupercio, 2 years ago
Two One Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Two One Photography is a wedding, engagement, lifestyle and commercial photographer located in Denver, CO. Our goal is to capture your story in photographs. We are a team of professional wedding photographers who have over a decade of experience capturing natural emotions and candid moments during important milestones like a couple’s wedding. With unique styles and warm approachable personalities, everyone in the team makes clients feel comfortable in front of the camera so that every session is fun and memorable.

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Casey and Vanessa are truly the best photographers in Colorado. They go above and beyond for their clients and take truly stunning photographs. Casey did the photographs from my wedding and she now takes all my family photos as well. She is so kinda, fun and professional. I cannot say enough nice words about Two One Photography, truly the best in town.
Annelise Rothe, 4 years ago
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Eli Film Photo

5.0

Perris, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

As a seasoned candid photographer and videographer rooted in the vibrant landscapes of Southern California, I bring a wealth of expertise to my craft. My passion lies in crafting exquisite wedding highlighted films, where each frame tells a unique story, capturing the essence of unforgettable moments.

I've worked with Eli a handful of times and it's always easy. I've also had Eli associate shoot for me and the clients were thrilled with the results. Weddings tend to be pretty stressful days for everyone involved and Eli's presence is very calming, which is always a relief, to be able to give a couple an amazing day.
Pink Heart Photography, 4 months ago
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Jessica Marie Photography LLC

5.0

Greensboro, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I am a North Carolina photographer... & yes I am willing to travel for your next session! I am a wife, mother of 2, and a proud Pitbull Mom. I have been passionate about photography since my children were young. I am finally at a place in my life where I can share my passion with others and hopefully capture their most treasured moments in time.

So thrilled to have Jessica as our photographer for our wedding day. She and her daughter did an amazing job capturing the moments of our special day!
Leonard + E., 2 months ago
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Valley Images Photography

5.0

Acampo, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves San Diego, 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.

We hired Michelle for our wedding and wow... where do I start?? Michelle and her assistant were INCREDIBLE! They were super friendly, thoughtful, funny, helpful and just made us feel incredible comfortable! My husband and I are shy people who do not like to be the center of attention and do not like to get our pictures taken, so we were both anxious about it. As soon as they started, we ended up actually having so much fun, laughing and having a great time getting our pictures taken! I have seen a few sneak peeks and am already in tears at how beautifully they turned out. I CANNOT wait to see how the others turned out! We will 100% be working with her again in the future! Thank you Michelle for the wonderful memories! Definitely do not hesitate and hire Valley Images Photography for your next event, you will not regret it!
Astrid, 8 months ago
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MJMaiden Photography

5.0

Riverside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Diego, CA

My name is Makenzi but most people call me M.J. I am a Destination Wedding and Elopement photographer that travels all over the country to beautiful destinations to witness the greatest love stories! My photography style is warm, vibrant, and authentic. I love working with all different types of individuals (that become friends) and capturing some of the most unforgettable moments through my lens. I like to create a comfortable space for my clients to be completely themselves in order to capture candid moments that tells their story! My career is photography, but my passion is people.

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Communication from start to end was quick and easy, and MJs photos are worth the price! Our photos were bright, colorful, and reflect our day perfectly. MJ was a good sport since our group started celebrations early in the day and laughed off the craziness with us lol! We got our photos in a timely manner and even received printed copies, a thank you note and a USB with all edited and unedited photos from the day. We would recommend her to anyone !
Whitney and H., 2 years ago
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Jazmín Solano Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Diego, 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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Briana Morrison Photography

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

We're both a little goofy, love to dance, adore all fur babies, and will love you forever if you buy us tacos. We are best friends who get to work together which is really great. We started photographing weddings 11 years ago and are truly grateful that our work has filled our lives with so many incredible people. If you were to ask us what we love most about being wedding photographers we would tell you, it's the people, hands down! Experiencing and documenting the love and joy between couples and their families and friends is the best job ever.

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We are SO happy with our decision to have Briana shoot our wedding! We booked them back in 2018 and they did our engagement shoot in 2019. Bria was great about communicating and getting to know us prior to our shoot date! It truly felt like we were just hanging out with an old friend. Fast forward to 2020 when we learned our wedding would have to be cancelled due to COVID. Again, Bria was wonderful in her communication and we were able to shift gears and turn our would be wedding into an elopement shoot. Bria and Andrew are going to continue with us in our journey as we throw our big bash in 2022! Our photographs are absolutely STUNNING. Her style is very candid -- doesn't feel too pose-y. We got so many great shots at both of our events. She also works with GREAT local businesses for prints. We are absolutely in love with our gallery wall and our albums. Such high quality. Briana Morrison Photography is worth every penny and then some!
Cynthia & C., 3 years ago
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The Bomani's

5.0

Ventura, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Diego, 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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Hannah Madison Photography

5.0

Monrovia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hi! I'm Hannah, your So Cal (but traveling) elopement and intimate wedding photographer! I'm so glad you're here. My photography style is a documentary/natural photographer. This means I'm more about documenting your moments and helping you create genuine smiles/moments in photos, opposed to just posing you, i want you to dance and have fun, snuggle into your partner and get those intimate moments. (I'll of course help you figure out what to do with your hands, because lets me honest, even I don't know what to do with my hands in photos. Haha) I love traveling, I love adventure, and I love making friends out of my clients.

Having Hannah as our wedding photographer was easily the greatest decision we made! Hannah was incredibly professional, kind, informative, easy to work with, easy to talk to, great communicator, and listened to all our needs. My husband and I are very awkward and uncomfortable when it comes to taking photos (taking professional photos was a new thing for us) and Hannah made sure we were comfortable from start to finish. By the time the wedding came around we knew exactly what to do thanks to her easy to follow tips, tricks, advice and guidance. Hannah captured our wedding beautifully, and we are forever grateful for her. We will be going to her for our future events and highly recommend her to everyone.
Jessica S., a month ago
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Ovation(Lite) Photography & Design

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Elise is a wedding photographer based in Southern California whose style is candid and inspiring, with heeps of romantic photojournalism. Experienced in intimate weddings, destination weddings and elopements, she is available for world travel wherever love may take her.

Elise was extremely helpful and professional… not only did she take amazing photographs, but she went over and above keeping us organized and making sure things were done on time…… she was an absolute professional and extremely creative. Our photographs are beautiful and her eye for detail is unmatched. I would highly recommend her, and absolutely refer to her all my friends.
Thomas J., 4 months ago
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Melissa Atle

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, 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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Elyana Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I believe the best photos occur when... artistry and intentionality meet moments of heartfelt connection. I'll guide you towards the dreamiest light and offer unobtrusive direction that lends to natural movements and sincere emotion. I also slow things down and help re-center everyone, creating space for beautiful moments to unfold, like mom fluffing your veil, dad's expression when he sees you all dressed up, and fleeting looks between you and your partner.

I cannot recommend Elyana enough! I wanted dreamy photos that were candid-esque so I got really excited when I came across her website. I honestly had no idea what to expect when working with a professional photographer but her service was exceptional. She's super friendly, easy-going, efficient, and communicative. Everything went unbelievably smoothly. We had Elyana for 2 hours during our elopement and she made it so fun and easy to be in front of a camera. She provided a lot of much-needed direction and our session went by so quickly and smoothly. She even helped grab my veil when I forgot it in my suite! I'm not photogenic so I was nervous about looking like a total derp after many wonderful vendors had put so much work into my hair, makeup, dress, and florals... But her artistic sense and prompting really made for some amazing pictures. She works fast! Sneak peeks and full gallery were received well before their promise dates. Granted, it probably helped that we only had a 2 hour elopement session, but the speedy turnaround time is super appreciated nonetheless. The one struggle I have from working with her is trying to pick which beautiful images will be displayed in our home. Thank you so much for these photos that we will cherish forever!
Mirae, 6 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, 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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Keith MacDonald Photography

5.0

Burlington, VT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

When you’re building the dream team for your wedding day, we can be entrusted with your vision. We recognize that we’re tasked with a major responsibility: preserving the spirit of your day. We are aesthetic driven, inspired by nature and design, and obsessed with creating a brilliant collection of photographs that reflect your unique style. Our work is done best when you have the freedom to immerse yourself in the experience of your day. Let us give you that peace of mind.

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I cannot say enough good things about Keith and his work. In fact, I'm about two months late in posting this review because I've been spending so much time trying to ensure that it perfectly encapsulates how much we loved worked with Keith. This is my best shot (no photo pun intended), but know that my husband and I could go on for pages! We were SO lucky to be connected with Keith by my brother, a former college crew-mate, and even more fortunate that not only was Keith available for our wedding weekend but more than willing to travel out-of-state to photograph our big day. Of all of the vendors we worked with (and there were a lot, even though we ended up having a very small, COVID-conscious wedding), Keith made me feel the most comfortable and totally at ease from day one. He put a great deal of thought and time into his correspondence with me from the very first time I reached out (over a year before our wedding). He was extremely timely in his responses (and still is, even after the wedding!). Even virtually, I felt that we were able to develop a good relationship, which is so important with all of your vendors, but especially your photographer. Keith made every business transaction super easy and overall was just SO good to work with. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Keith continued to demonstrate his patience and empathy as we endured many pandemic related changes. He did not add to that stress at all and his easy-going nature actually put me at ease just days before when I was trying to perfect a timeline for him. The day of the wedding was our first time meeting in person, but it felt like seeing an old friend. He was totally delightful to work with and made both my husband and I feel very comfortable in front of the camera, despite both of us being a little nervous about our modeling skills. Besides being an all-around great person - kind, quiet, thoughtful, intelligent, talented - Keith's photography is out-of-this world stunning. I mean, truly incredible! Monday morning after our wedding, we had tons of sneak peak photos and he delivered our complete album on our one-month anniversary (and remembered that it was our anniversary!) which was several weeks earlier than anticipated. He captured more emotion than I thought possible in EVERY SINGLE PHOTO. We can't stop looking at them, and neither can our friends and family. We cannot wait to book Keith again in the future. Don't hesitate - book Keith today. You won't regret it!
Morgan R., 3 years ago
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Wander Out West | Photo + Video

5.0

Castle Rock, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves San Diego, 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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American Portra Weddings - By Nick & Rosie Gonzalez

5.0

Temecula, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Nick has been a full time wedding photographer in Temecula, Ca since 2013. Rosie joined as Nick's main second shooter after they got married in March of 2020, and now is a wedding coordinator serving Southern CA and Mexico. We work great together as a photography team and love celebrating with our couples. When we are not behind the camera, you’ll find us enjoying our cozy home and adventures abroad. We love it when our couples are wildly passionate for each other and aren’t afraid to show it. We absolutely love what we do and treat every wedding and portrait session as our own. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

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My husband and I heard of Nick through a friend, and had an engagement photo shoot and wedding shoot with him. AMAZING! I cannot tell you how many friends and family were raving about my great photographer. Engagement photos: Overall very fantastic! He was flexible taking photos at any location we wanted, and gave great suggestions on which outfits would look best with different backgrounds. His eye for photography, lighting, and posing made our photos turn out even more spectacular than we would have ever thought! Nick gave great suggestions for poses, and got a good combination of candid shots (smiling, laughing, cuddling, etc), as well as professional posed shots. I've worked with many photographers in the past for various occasions, and have never worked with a better photographer than Nick! Highly, highly recommend. Wedding: Same experience as our engagement photos. I wrote up a list of shots I wanted (couple with my grandfather, specific shot in my church's chapel, shot of me holding flower girl, etc), and he made sure all those photos were taken. He (and his second / assistant shooter) were great at coordinating bridal party / family to take photos, but also in letting us have fun with some poses we wanted. His editing time and returning photos is incredibly fast. All photos were edited beautifully, and he was also easy to communicate with. Efficient at answering emails and providing clear details on pricing / hours/ services. UTMOST RECOMMENDATION! *My sister loved him so much at my wedding, that she booked him for her maternity photos a few months later!
Andrea and R., 4 years ago
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Sienna Plus Josh

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Diego, CA

We are Sienna plus Josh, adventure elopement photographers [who also eloped!] in 2011 and we have been shooting weddings and adventuring ever since. We are here to help you navigate the path of forging your OWN path. Going the adventure elopement route is intimate, authentic, and empowering...with a day that is truly reflective of your relationship and defines the two of you! One of the best things about eloping is that you get to throw away the rule book and write your own. Whether that is spending your wedding day on a mountaintop in Oregon, among the waterfalls in Iceland, or the warm desert of California.

I have been lucky to style a few elopements Sienna Plus Josh have photographed. They are so kind and professional, always putting their nervous clients at ease- in the end creating an incredible gallery. Their work speaks for itself, but as someone who has met them personally they are a joy to hang out with as well.
Anne Timss, 2 years ago
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Brianna Noelle Photography

5.0

Tracy, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Diego, 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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We used Brianna Noelle Photography for our wedding she was professional and understanding. She appeared at our civil ceremony downtown SF and then traveled to our reception. We received previews quickly, within days. We received the full album and then some within the timeframe she provided. If I had any questions or requests she addressed them. It was a pleasure working with her and highly recommend.
Tiffany Patel, 10 months ago
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By The Free

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves San Diego, CA

So your spying on my work + wondering if I am the right fit for you, aye? Well I’m stoked that you are here! A session with me may be a little different… I love to evoke real emotions + reactions in order to capture YOU + your essence! I'm happy to help give you a little direction (what do I do with my hands?!) but more than anything, I'm just here to freeze your moments + give you the ability to transport back in time to feel it all over again for years to come! Our time together will be easy + full of laughter + spontaneity. I will be as involved in the vision + planning as you want me to be!

Kelsey photographed our wedding in September. She flew from CA to TX, which is amazing, and not only did an absolutely INCREDIBLE job, but was sooo fun to work with. There were so many pictures that I thought would turn out awkward when taking them, but ended being the most beautiful pictures, because she knows how to get the perfect shot. She knows what she’s doing, she makes you feel natural, directs well, and is incredibly professional and fun. You will not regret letting her take any photos of you. She’s the best!!
Robyn + A., 4 years ago
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Northend Photography

5.0

Palm Springs, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hey! We're Alyssa + Alec husband and wife wedding + elopement photographers. Located in Southern California serving ALL couples around the United States. We shoot with intention; for our couples not for our portfolio, creating timeless memories you can relive and relive for the years to come. We work closely with our couples to guarantee a wedding album they've always dreamt of.

We met Alyssa through her instagram contest and have been so close ever since! She has documented such important parts of our lives in such a short time. Our engagement photos came out better than I envisioned and our elopement was magical! For our elopement, we did her elopement packaged she offered, and everyone she worked with made our day even more special. Alyssa has always answered any and all questions concerns in a timely and professional matter. Hire Northend Photography, they capture moments you didn’t even know existed and you won’t regret meeting them!
Cam + G., 2 years ago
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Indigo West

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I took up photography at the ripe age of 11 with a Polaroid I borrowed from an aunt. It quickly became my sketchbook as I worked to capture stills of the world and people around me. Those images have continued to pay emotional dividends throughout my life, helping me better understand what I have now come to see through a new scope. They are grounding, melancholic, funny and beautiful. Some of my most cherished possessions.

Hands down the best photographer for your wedding! Thank you Daniel for our memories!
Simone and M., 2 years ago
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Vivian Chen Photography

5.0

Richmond, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

My style is natural and photojournalistic. I love capturing unscripted moments because those are the type of photos that tell a richer story of your day. Working with me means nothing overly posed, nothing awkward, nothing that doesn't feel like YOU. While we'll spend some time doing portraits, my priority is for you to be present and enjoy your wedding day. I like to shoot discreetly with an emphasis on candids so from the moment you first see each other to that last hilarious toast, you’ll be relaxed and focused on one another and not even noticed I’m there.

We cannot recommend Vivian highly enough for your wedding photography! We had multiple guests compliment her professionalism and stealthiness on the day of the wedding. Vivian’s calm demeanor was MUCH appreciated on the hectic wedding day. She is a superstar. She made sure we didn’t fall behind with our timeline even though we had requested a large number of portraits. Even though we’re a bit camera awkward Vivian was great at posing us and guests for shots. But where Vivian really shines is all of the candid shots that capture the pure joy and excitement of the day! She was so fast to provide us with our wedding photos, and we love looking back at them. The photos are framed well, have true to life coloring, and are just beautiful.
Alex P., 9 months ago
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Ashley Strong Photography

5.0

San Clemente, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I am Ashley Strong Smith, the very passionate, sincere and grateful soul behind these very time capsules witnessed within this space. Although I’ve been shooting for over a decade, ASP launched full time in April of 2015 as an all encompassing business and became a Corporation - Strong Smith, Inc. in 2018. Since then, I’ve been beyond blessed to : - Document nearly 450 sessions - Document over a 100 weddings - Receive almost 250 FIVE STAR reviews on multiple platforms - Published nearly two dozen times

While Ashley and I attended the same high school, I originally reconnected with her after I saw that she photographer another high school friend’s wedding. I started following her photography on Instagram well before I met my now husband. When my husband and I began dating and I knew I would marry him one day, I knew I had to have Ashley be our photographer. Not even a few weeks after being engaged I reached out to Ashley to connect and discuss hiring her as our wedding photographer. And honestly, it was the best decision we made for our wedding other than marrying each other. Both my husband and I are very camera shy and hate having our photos taken, but Ashley made us so comfortable it was like we were hanging out and catching up with a close friend rather than having someone take pictures of us. Her bright and natural photography style is exactly what we were looking for in a society where highly edited and photoshopped styles are popular. From our engagement shoot in the San Bernardino Mountains to our wedding at Lake San Marcos, Ashley embraced us and the natural scenes around us which is exactly what we wanted with an outdoor wedding in November. She worked diligently with us on our timeline to make sure we wouldn’t miss the sunset with our winter wedding and on the day of the wedding she made sure we were happy and as relaxed as we could be, that we had a drink in our hands post ceremony and even brought me an extra slice of cake after our cake cutting. Not even a week after the wedding she had sneak peak of photos ready for us to look at. There is not a picture she took and presented to us that we don’t love. I would love for her to photograph every major moment in our married life together and highly recommend her.
Sarah M., a year ago
Katie Merkle

5.0

Baltimore, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I want to cover your day in a way that highlights the joy and sincerity that surrounds you and the people you love. Some emotions are unbridled, but most are nuanced and fleeting. When you look back at your set of images, I want you to be transported back to that day and to have those feelings rekindled. My role is to be an observer and a listener. The less time I spend interrupting, the more time I can spend watching, waiting, and capturing the moments that should be remembered. If I’m there to record it, it’ll be without printed pages from other photographers you’d like to see imitated. I'll be there as me – and I’ll be capturing you.

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My search for a wedding photographer was pretty much a full time job. In fact, it was harder finding a wedding photographer than it was finding a man I wanted to marry. After spending hours and hours searching for the perfect wedding photographer, a google search found me Katie and I knew I had to work with her. From day 1 she was so easy to work with and was willing to work with me on my budget. I was extremely particular when it came to my photos and from the engagement photos to the wedding photos, she really hit it out of the park without me having to describe every little thing. The photos invoked the emotion/feeling I wanted from them and I particularly was wowed by her black and white photos. She clearly knows what she's doing and was able to work efficiently and work around a ton of sudden changes. I was a bundle of nerves on my wedding day and really valued her calm, peaceful demeanor. She truly has an extraordinary style and eye for photography and she's my #1 recommendation for brides looking for timeless wedding photos that transcend what's trending today. We've since worked with her for family photos and she wowed us once again. Honestly I'd have her photograph every momentous occasion of my life if I could. If you go through her portfolio you'll see all different styles of weddings but each photo is stunning. God forbid if I ever have another wedding, partnering with Katie is a no-brainer.
Joanne, 4 years ago
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Alexandra Kaye Photography

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

We want to create authentic images for couples in love! We value your time and we want you to enjoy working with us from day one. From the beginning stages of planning, until long after your wedding we are here for you.

I loved everything about working with AK. Their style fit my wedding perfectly. They helped with little details and were so easy to work with. I also really liked that they have been photographing weddings for their own companies for years. Who doesn't love a good rebrand. On our wedding day, they were prompt and efficient. They did not miss a shot and when I got my photos back later I could not believe how many memories they were able to capture. THANK YOU for making my wedding day perfect.
Brittney, 3 years ago
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Poppy Hill Photo & Film

5.0

Las Cruces, NM
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Kass and Isa here! We're besties who separately fell in love with photo and vidoe in our childhood, grew our skills in college, and now we teamed up to offer wedding photo and video for our clients! We love to travel, drink coffee in the am, beer in the pm, and we LOVE weddings. Something we bring to the table that makes us a great vendor option is that we were brides in the last few years so we know the ins and outs of the wedding industry. We give you all of our resources and we love to be a part of the wedding process to help you in any way we can!

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Poppyhill Photo & Film are the absolute best! I love looking back at my wedding pictures and video of my big day. They were super easy and fun to work with and the quality is amazing! Isa and Kass were also very flexible and supportive when it came to deciding when and where my wedding was going to take place due to covid.
Kayla & G., 2 years ago
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The Hendrys

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves San Diego, 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
Victoria Reilly Photography

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I’m a formally trained and creative photographer, originally from a little beach town on the south shore of Boston and love brought me to Oregon. I’m an easy going, small-town girl exploring this big, beautiful world, and sharing love stories along the way. I’ve always found happiness in the little things, but what I love the most are the people in my life. Whether they’re family, friends, clients or new faces, it’s all about connecting. So, being a photographer, I honestly feel blessed and honored to have a career that revolves around love, new beginnings, and happy memories.

Victoria is on our venue's list of preferred vendors. She is a talented, creative professional who is a pleasure to work with. We cannot recommend her more highly!
Deborah Flohr, 3 years ago
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Hugo & Kat Photo & Film

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,399
  • Serves San Diego, CA

We're Hugo & Kat, wedding photographers & filmmakers based in Los Angeles. We're a married duo & we genuinely love that we get to pursue this passion together. Our goal is to create a space where you can be completely yourselves. To capture the real essence that makes you, you. Both individually & as a couple.

Hugo and Kat photo & film will meet beyond your expectations! They are one of kind people to work with! I have never felt more encouraged and obsessed with their work. If you want to have the best experience and love the photos/film that you are asking for, PICK THEM! It will be the best decision you make for your memories!!! I will forever only work with them when it comes to any photography or film needed because I know that the experience and the work will overall BE AMAZING! Thankful for the work and commitment they have for their clients.
Ashley E., 23 days ago
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Dez and Tam Photography

5.0

Walnut, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

We are Desi and Tammy Mendoza, a husband-and-wife photography team that has been photographing weddings and portraits for over 9 years. We love many things, but the one thing that drew us to wedding photography is our love of people. We genuinely cherish every moment we get to spend with the people we meet. By becoming a part of the wedding day as much any member of the wedding party, we have the unique ability to capture the unplanned and raw moments, all while making you feel comfortable in your own skin. Our style can be described as natural, unforced, and moment-driven.

Our best & fastest decision for our wedding was who would take our pictures! We met Desi & Tammy while they took engagement pictures for Darrel’s cousins wedding. We ended up tagging along on the photo shoot, had so much fun, and loved all the pictures! When it came to our wedding it was a no brainer. They went above and beyond to take our engagement pictures at these sand dunes & a brewery that we’re nowhere near each other. It was windy and sand was everywhere, but they were able to make it all look so beautiful! When it came to our wedding, they were amazing! We were so nervous and they made us both so comfortable while taking pictures. I also love how Tammy takes full control over getting the right people for pictures and making sure everyone listens to photo instructions - especially for big groups! Our pictures turned out so amazing and we love them so much! Our vendors loved them too and used them for advertisements on their websites and company magazines! In all, they are sooo incredibly amazing at what they do and we’re definitely using them for all the milestones in our lives !
Stefanie and D., 4 years ago
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Wild Love Pursuit

5.0

Wausau, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,497
  • Serves San Diego, CA

A creative soul, a love for romance, passionate to tell your love story. I am always seeking for true connection between humans, the genuine real type of connection. I believe, at the end of the day, these true moments, even the smallest ones, are what mean the most. Weddings are filled with these fleeting moments and the fact that I get to document them, stop time and hand them to you to be remembered forever means more than you may ever know. I can't wait for our paths to cross, to hear all about your ideas and plans for the day.

We LOVED our engagement photos but our wedding photos were/are something to obsess over. She captured the whole day really really well. If there was one thing that I would change I would just want more pics of the 2 of us laughing and having big genuine smiles. Sometimes getting your pictures taken can be a little awkward so anything to help with getting those big smiles on camera helps.
Amber, 8 months ago
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Siera Harbin Photography

1.0

San Dimas, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves San Diego, CA

My superpower is the way I connect with your vision. I see you guys on the best day of your lives. I see how well you two fit together, how in love you are, how perfect it all looks. And then I use my camera to make sure that’s exactly how you look in your photos. As someone who grew up *hating* all photos of me, I'm ultra aware of that for others. I still cringe a little when I think about having my photo taken, but I’ve found that it’s always easier when a friend is there to keep me laughing. My sense of humor (and obsession with bad puns) is the perfect way to break the ice for effortless, fun photos that help you feel your best!

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JayneMayAgnes

5.0

Indianapolis, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Diego, 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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Ashley Vandervelde Photography

5.0

Spokane, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,150
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Photographing a couple's love story is something I never take for granted. It is an honor & privilege to create art for my couples. My absolute favorite thing to do is illustrate your love story, your adventure, your favorite memories. Let's create some magic!

Ashley is seriously one of the best vendors I've ever worked with. Her photos are wonderful and fit the sweet, romantic style with a hint of vintage. But not only is her work great, she's so easy to work with. She makes sure to be there for every step of the process and is so easy to talk to. My husband and I are not the most photogenic but she makes the whole process simple and fun. I can't recommend her enough!
Whitney M., 6 months ago
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Jen Quick Photography

5.0

Canyon Lake, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hi there! I'm Jen! Not only have I got the experience, but I've got the heart behind everything I do. I’ll make sure all of your questions will be answered in advance so that you have complete confidence when your big day arrives. All of your visions will come to life, and it’ll be the best day of your life!

Jen was absolutely phenomenal. Her photos were even more gorgeous than I could have ever expected. She makes you feel so confident and comfortable. Great with directions and a true artist.
Kristy, 4 months ago
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Brandon Toma Photography

5.0

Torrance, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,695
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I first fell in love with photography more than 20 years while working for my high school yearbook. After that, I pursued photography as a hobby while I studied Electrical Engineering, but in 2014 I decided that I still wanted to do something more meaningful. So started to pursue wedding photography by working for my friends company as a 2nd shooter. After gaining a lot of experience and 40 weddings later in 2015 I launched my own business and have be loving it ever since.

Brandon is a very talented photographer and videographer, comfortable to work with. He's also a very responsible person with great personality. Hire him, you won't regret!!!
Herbert, 4 years ago
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Alexandria Monette Photography

5.0

Menifee, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Hey, I'm Alex! A sappy, soulful, empathic human who believes #loveislove, all relationships are uniquely special, and both sides are your good sides with a little confidence and a built-in cheerleader (aka me). Being part of a couples' wedding day is the ultimate honor. My goal is to capture your love at its most natural, your wedding details like they're straight out of a magazine, and your candid family like a National Geographic photog would. Coming from a big family with lots of personality (hellooo I'm the oldest of 8), I "get" what you're feeling as you plan this wedding and I'm here ensure you LIVE FULLY on your wedding day.

Talented. Professional. Fun. We feel like we struck gold with Alex as our wedding photographer! We wanted a photographer that could do it all: capture real emotion, help create some editorial moments, and deliver fantastic family portraits - and we got that and more with Alex. We are so happy with the results! We’re also so glad we did an engagement shoot prior to our wedding. It allowed us to get comfortable being in front of the camera and when it came time for our wedding day, it felt like Alex was just one more friend in the room who just happened to be capturing every special moment.
Dan S., a year ago
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Lulan Studio

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Lulan’s creativity has led to his path beyond most conventional definitions. He has won 25+ wedding photography awards, named the Best Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles; while acquired advance degree in immunology and medicine from UCLA.

Lulan Studios has worked at The Oviatt several times and I'm always shocked by their ability to photograph each couple that fits their personalities making each deck of photos completely unique and custom to that couple. They are easy to work with, reliable, and have equipment for photo, video, and even drone to really be a one stop shop for shooting any wedding!
The Oviatt Penthouse, 4 months ago
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Golden Vibes Photo

5.0

Long Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I focus on candid photos mostly because I love capturing my couples just the way they are! We will have fun, laugh and maybe cry together! I also do some posed photos here and there but I love capturing those moments in between.

Vanessa was a pleasure to work with! I used her for my engagement and wedding photos! She captured out special day beautifully.
Alyssa, 2 years ago
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Henington Studios

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Diego, 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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Alyssa Walker Photography

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Diego, 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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Bethany Wolf Photography

5.0

Wellton, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

A true adventure junkie. As soon as I see a photo of a beautiful landscape, I'm ready to roll. I've traveled to 26 states, visited 14 National Parks, and have lived in 6 states! For 25 years of life, I say I'm doing pretty good with the whole 'experience' aspect. Along the way I've managed to accumulate 4 amazing pets. A Pitty, German Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and a REALLY cute cat. On a normal day, you can find me slumped in front of my computer, burying myself in my work (I'm obsessed okay) with some show playing in the background. I love cooking new recipes and feeding my loved ones (probably just as much as I love capturing your love).

I don't even know where to start! A few years back I found Bethany's photography page on Facebook, I loved her work so much that I have been following her since then. When the time came that I needed to plan for my own wedding this year, I did not think twice and reached out to her as soon as we got the final date of our wedding. At that time, I did not even know where the celebration would be or what theme/colors we will choose for our wedding. I booked her even before finding my own wedding dress! Trevor and I literally only had three months to prep for a whole wedding. I just knew in my heart that I had to book her first before anything else! She sent us a long questionnaire so that she can have an overview of who we are as a couple and to find out what we expect from her. This showed that she makes all her services very personal. The first time Trevor and I met her were during our Engagement shoot. That day was THE most stressful because there were thunderstorms, and our shoot was going to be outdoors. Bethany has been so responsive while monitoring the weather every hour and mind you- she had to travel from NC to VA that day and was very punctual. We ended up going for the shoot because the rain stopped, and it ended up PERFECT! Trevor and I never had the experience to have a professional photoshoot done before, but Bethany made it so easy for us. She gave us cues on what to do and she just captured raw emotions which accurately reflected Trevor and I’s relationship. It was very fun and natural- no awkward moments at all! Here’s the best part- She sent me the sneak peeks of our photoshoot right on the next day! I didn’t have to wait for so long to see some photos and those kept me patient while she worked on the rest of the photos for the weeks to come. The sixth week came, and she sent me all the photos and we were just so obsessed with them! I even had one printed out on a large canvas as our welcome sign for our big day! Bethany went ABOVE AND BEYOND and created a program for our wedding which was very helpful for our wedding planning. She wanted to make sure that everyone (videographer, DJ and MC) will be on board and all the activities will fit on the timeline. On our wedding day, we were running late because of hair and make-up and Bethany stayed calm and still took the best prep wedding photos. She captured everything from the church ceremony, outdoor photos during cocktail hour, and the whole reception. I made the perfect decision to book her for the whole 8 hours. It was well worth it. Since she specializes in outdoor/destination weddings, our indoor ceremony and reception photos still DID NOT disappoint. She captured our emotions as well as of our guests, details of the wedding, all activities, and the dance party. She is amazing at what she does, she loves capturing moments and it shows in her work! Even though she works alone, she was still able to capture EVERYTHING on our wedding day. It’s been a whole month since our big day and I still can't stop looking at our sneak peek photos! I am so excited to see the rest of the photos and we are very grateful that Bethany was the ONE we chose to capture our Best Day Ever. She deserves unlimited stars and I highly recommend her!
Pauline + T., 2 years ago
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HlubTray Photography

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Welcome. HlubTray Photography is a professional photographer based in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in natural, expressive wedding photos. Owner Tracy Hang is a multi-talented visual artist passionate about capturing the essence of life through her camera lens. Fascinated by the uninhibited parts of people, Tracy sets no limits to the creative lengths she will go for your wedding day. Of Hmong descent, Tracy founded HlubTray Photography as a space to embrace the love, laughter, and joy of living. "Hlub" represents love in her native tongue, setting the tone for the portraits she produces.

We are so happy we chose Tracy as our wedding photographer! Tracy is friendly, welcoming, professional, and a calming energy! Leading up to our wedding day, Tracy met with us months before to go over all details and make sure we felt confident we were getting everything we wanted. On the day of, Tracy was very punctual and captured our wedding day so perfectly. All our friends & family had so many lovely things to say about Tracy- especially her friendliness and work ethic. The final products were everything we wanted & more. The photos are vibrant, colorful, and rádiate the love & fun that was had. Besides, the amazing final products, the turn around time was amazing for impatient newlyweds! Tracy was also kind enough to extend her willingness to edit/adjust anything we didn’t care for. We were also so lucky to have Yvonne as our videographer for our wedding day. Her final products & turn around time were AMAZING! Yvonne was also an amazing hype woman to get beautiful/fun shots of all our guests. We’ve already booked Tracy for another event and cannot say enough good things about Tracy & Yvonne️
Sara & R., 8 months ago
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Captured by Emily C. Petrie

5.0

Encino, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I am passionate about the humanity and compassion I infuse into my work and making genuine connections with the people who choose me as a Photographer, Coordinator, or Officiant. I am inspired to create images that break down societal norms and show that all kinds of people and love are valid and beautiful. My style is modern, natural, romantic, whimsical, candid, and bold.

Where do we begin with Emily!? Honestly, from start to finish she made my wife and I feel so comfortable and supported. As a same sex couple we had had a few odd experiences reaching out to photographers and with Emily it was like night and day difference. She honestly made us feel so seen, not just as a couple, but as people. My wife is definitely not used to being the center of attention and Emily somehow captured our essences in every photo. We absolutely love her candids and her ability to capture the emotions of such a special day for us. We did an engagement shoot with her before our wedding as well and we couldn't be happier with how every single photo turned out. Even almost a year later, our wedding guests still comment on how incredible our pictures came out and that they were so much better than the "traditional" posed and staged photos, because she somehow captured us. I could go on and on, but for us, Emily felt like a member of the family and we couldn't have been happier about our experience with her. She kept us on schedule and answered questions for us along the way. Honestly, we can't think of anyone who would have been a better fit for us and for our wedding. Truly the best in the business - if you're looking for a photographer, hire her immediately!
Katie & S., a year ago
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Alessandra Lee Photography

5.0

Eagleville, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, CA

My love for photography started at a young age in my small hometown outside of Pittsburgh. After being in public accounting for over four years, I eventually left to explore the creative fulfillment that photography has always given me. I knew immediately that being able to capture the love and joy between a couple for them to cherish for years to come, brought me the fulfillment I was searching for. As a photographer, I love natural light, authentic moments and adventurous souls. When not behind the camera, I’m forever a Harry Potter superfan and pasta addict. I’m always looking for new people and places to inspire me.

Alessandra photographed my sister in laws wedding and we knew we needed her contact information! We couldn’t be happier with working with Alessandra. She captured our entire wedding weekend with confidence, fun & positivity. She delivered our sneak peek photos within 2 days of our wedding and we were blown away. We can’t wait to see how our photos turned out, we know they will be amazing. 10/10 recommend Alessandra and for your wedding!
Madeleine F., 7 months ago
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MARS TAKES PHOTOS

5.0

Salt Lake City, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Diego, 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
Ruzin Cunningham Photos

5.0

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Diego, CA

I want to capture all your in-between moments, those are my favorite, the way you guys sneak looks and steal kisses. I don’t want to be just another person who shows up and waves a black box in your face. I want your photos to represent your effortless connection, the closeness with your person, and all the other things that make you guys YOU! I am inspired by your love and I want to capture YOUR raw and real story. I want to tell it through my photos. And the fact that no else has been in my shoes, I see the world through eyes that no one else has. That’s what makes me different. Also NO TRAVEL FEE anywhere in the states!!

We got married in June 2022, and even now looking at our photos and video has us in disbelief at how Ruzin beautifully captured our special day. It’s like we’re viewing someone else’s wedding, but it’s actually ours! Throughout wedding planning, she went above and beyond for us and we can’t truly express our gratitude. She takes the time to get personal and get to know you well and understand your vision to help take it to the next level. We’ve seen many wedding photos, but hands down ours were the best. Choosing her was the best decision we made!
Ramya & T., a year ago
Ambrocio Photo

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Welcome! I’m Jose, a Southern California wedding & portrait photographer. It's about more than hiring someone to hold a camera and snap a few pics. Wedding photography is about carefully crafting and capturing the moments of your big day in a way that beautifully tells the story of your love. Our images have been described as candid, emotional, moody romantic, airy and timeless. My photography evokes feelings of genuine love & affection and strive to capture such moments throughout the day so that you both can remember all the little details. Our goal is to create images that tell the story of your wedding day in the best way possible.

Jose is such a pleasure to work with and his work is STUNNING! He has such a calm & positive energy, which is always appreciated on a wedding day. On top of that, he's highly skilled at both photo AND video. He's attentive to the details and is diligent about capturing the range of unique & personal touches. That being said, he's also fantastic at capturing those candid & special moments that we all hope to see. His technical skills are top-notch and his work is absolutely gorgeous. He really is a gem of a person, a photographer, and a videographer. Highly recommend!!!
Sam Turchin, 2 years ago
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Storyteller Co. Photo & Video | Film, Super 8, Digital

5.0

Minneapolis, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Diego, CA

Creating keepsakes of how your love celebration felt. Storyteller Co is a destination film wedding photography & Super 8/16mm videography duo, capturing luxury bicoastal wedding celebrations. Rooted in a distinguished background in photojournalism, Kayla & Zach are a documentary style wedding photo & video duo based out of Minneapolis & traveling regularly to capture nuptial events worldwide. Each documentation experience is uniquely tailored to the story & personality of every couple they work with. With a deeply intuitive and highly skilled lens, they ensure every moment is immortalized with elegance and sentiment.

As a Zola bride I know how tough it is to find just the right photographer. We actually booked with another vendor and ended up canceling before finding our way to Storyteller Co. Photo + Video. I'm so glad we did because the team was extremely helpful throughout the whole process. Kayla and her husband were super responsive and answered all of my questions (some times twice #weddingbrain). If you're looking for a duo team who makes you feel heard this is the team for you! Storyteller Co. Photo + Video arrived the day of and got right to work, and were super respectful of my giant family. The best part is how quickly we got the photos back. We had several back within twenty-four hours and all of them back within a week. The vintage inspired classic vibe sold me and I cannot recommend them enough.
Rachel H., 2 years ago
Luxium Weddings

5.0

Springfield, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,589
  • Serves San Diego, 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

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About wedding photographers in San Diego, CA

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

A San Diego, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. 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?

93% of photographers in San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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?

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