The Best Wedding Photographers in Challenge, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Challenge, CA

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Imagery by Carissa Dugoni 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I’m Carissa, a California-based wedding photographer specializing in true-to-color editing, candid documentary coverage, and natural, editorial-style portraits. My work focuses on real connection, emotional storytelling, and the in-between moments that define a wedding day. With more than a decade of experience, I photograph weddings with an intentional, relaxed approach that helps couples feel comfortable, authentic, and fully present. My husband, Tyler, joins me as our videographer, bringing the same warm, storytelling-driven style to every celebration.

Ethereal, candid, jovial, refined are some of the buzzwords that the images of our oak tree & hanging lights, spring evening, 100 person ranch wedding brings to mind. Carissa made sure to get an idea of our and our family's priorities and vision for our wedding day photography months in advance. As the day approached she nailed down specifics of timing and herding those dear to us to capture everything we wanted! She has an eye for catching family dynamics, sweet background moments, and her whole team is quick to drop to the floor to get the perfect golden hour angle, play with long exposure, or get some kids laughing! They coordinated wonderfully with our other vendors throughout the day on things like equipment positioning and audio capture. We knew we would love any photos of us as a couple on the happiest day of our lives, but the width of their professional and personal vision for the whole picture is what truly captured our hearts. Thank you Dugonis for loving on us!
Stina D., 5 months ago
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Te Dua Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I started shooting photos and video in Greece, and since moving to the US, I have dedicated myself to shooting weddings, elopements and engagements. I love being able to capture the love that my couples have for each other and the unique energy each couple has. I am always down to shoot in new locations and find the best place for my shoots!

Awarded Best of Zola
Enea and Hailey were fantastic to work with!! I was extremely happy with how our engagement photos turned out. On our wedding day, they were prompt and ready to go. Hailey remembered all the specific shots that I wanted to get and was flexible with timing and getting extra shots that the family requested. The pictures are absolutely stunning. The video was just as incredible. The shots they got, the audio, the music, was all edited so beautifully. I have received so many compliments on how amazing the video and pictures turned out. They captured every aspect of our day that I hoped for and then some. I would recommend them to everyone :)
Sammy and M., 2 years ago
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Ryan Michaels Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Challenge, CA

On a budget? Ryan Michaels Photography is committed to creating priceless imagery at unbeatable rates! We believe you deserve a collection of artwork that is both memorable AND affordable! Our COMPLETE $,1200 wedding offer is unlike ANYTHING else in the industry!!! Are you experiencing sticker shock when you see other photographers charging three, four, even five thousand dollars!?! It's crazy! We believe that families deserve great service, beautiful photography, and all without breaking the bank! Our $1,200 WEDDING offer is simply the BEST DEAL you could possibly find- beautiful imagery you expect, at a price you can't believe!

Awarded Best of Zola
Thank you for a picture perfect day, and for assuring everything went according to schedule! I felt you taught us how to “wedding” as we went— from the cake cutting to the dances, you both rocked and kept us on schedule!!! Thank you for everything.
Justice T., 2 years ago
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Dustin Wheeler Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Specializing in Outdoor Weddings and Elopements! Growing up fishing and hiking at the age of three, I spend as much time as possible outside! Searching out new swimming holes in the summer, traveling to the mountains and along the coast throughout the year! Backpacking, hiking and climbing. Quickly adding more locations to shoot!

Awarded Best of Zola
I was drawn to Dustin's passion for nature and experience with outdoor setting for weddings. We had an elopement ceremony by the river and Dustin captured the warmth and love of our special day. I'm so appreciative of the positive energy and enthusiasm he brought and his flexibility to take photos at multiple locations. He exceeded our expectations and his passion for nature and people shines through. Great communication, arrived early, and beautiful photos!
Barb P., 10 months ago
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Joy Photo and Video 
Rating: 4.9 (56 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Joy Photo and Video is a nationally recognized, award-winning, and family-owned wedding photography and videography company trusted by thousands of couples throughout the US to provide great quality photo and video at an affordable price. We are family-focused, purpose-driven, service-minded, and guided by integrity and kindness. Our purpose is to strengthen and unite families, honor their values, and preserve their legacy for generations through meaningful photography and videography.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Joy Photo and Video. They were able to get our photos back way before the deadline. They had open communication and answered any questions we had. They set up meetings and followed up frequently to make sure we were still ok. They did a thorough job of explaining things and asked us questions to confirm we were ok with how things were going. 10/10 experience- thank you for making our wedding special!
Janessa, a year ago
Fit the Frame photography 
Rating: 4.5 (16 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Born and raised Originally from the island of Hawaii, moved to Sacramento, California in 2011. I've been shooting photography ever since highschool and have officially started my business in 2018 focusing mainly on weddings , portraits and brand photography. Currently 27 years old, I have shot over 200 weddings (first shooter and second shooter).

Awarded Best of Zola
Memo was the perfect choice for our wedding day. From the start, Memo was quick to respond, proactive in his communication, and incredibly prepared. On the day of, Memo came ready to go and posed us efficiently, directing us in a special way that didn't waste any time. The photos they captured are absolutely gorgeous, with beautiful color and a style unlike any other. Memo is a true professional to his core, and we're thrilled with the incredible memories he was able to create for us. We couldn't recommend Fit the Frame Photography more highly.
Colette H., 6 months ago
Heather Blackwood Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Hey, I'm so glad you're here! My name is Heather and I live in beautiful Foresthill, CA. I love any and all hard seltzers, my Great Dane Fritz, and using my camera to capture all the feels. About my business? Well I'm basically a professional wedding crasher, so you know you will always have fun with me! Oh and I've pretty much cried at every wedding I've ever been to...and yours is no exception. Let's be friends!

You can't go wrong with Heather. She and her team handled our engagement photos and shot our wedding. Both sets of pictures are incredible! She captured amazing moments of our wedding--and they match our memories perfectly. Heather's photos are stunning, but also feel authentic. Beyond her photography and editing abilities, she made us feel very comfortable. My wife and I aren't used to professional photoshoots (we are humble folk), so having someone so kind and down-to-earth made those experiences fun. Heather felt like someone we'd want to have at our wedding anyway! Hire her, have fun, and frame those prints.
Adrian J., 2 years ago
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Kait Hubbard Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Challenge, CA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Kait was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! From our very first email exchange, Kait made me feel so special and supported! Her communication, in general, is prompt, upbeat and incredibly helpful as you plan. Her enthusiasm and excitement for our special day was infectious and she made the planning process so much more joyful. Kait made me feel like she was a close friend who I could lean on without ever having met her! On the wedding day itself, her calm and flexible approach helped us feel at ease, and the resulting photos are simply beautiful, with great angles and lighting that made me feel beautiful and a camera shy groom shine. She got us sneak peaks that we LOVED and poured over with in less than 12 hours! We couldn't be happier with the value and quality of Kait's work, and we highly recommend her to any couple looking for a talented, caring photographer who is truly dedicated to making their wedding day unforgettable.
Carly R., 2 years ago
Kaybebe Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I specialize in capturing authentic, timeless moments that tell the story of your wedding day. With years of experience, I blend candid storytelling with artistic portraiture, using natural light and creative compositions to highlight the beauty and emotion of your day. My goal is to make you feel comfortable, confident, and stress-free, so you can focus on celebrating while I preserve the memories. Beyond photography, I’m passionate about building connections with my couples to truly understand their love story. I’m here to celebrate your day, capture every detail, and create images you’ll treasure forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kaybebe Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was simple, straightforward, and kind, which put us at ease throughout the process. The quality of their work is truly timeless, with a keen eye for detail that captured all the special moments of our day. They even filmed super 8, and the resulting footage was absolutely gorgeous - a cherished keepsake we'll have for years to come. We couldn't be happier with Kaybebe Photography and highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented, professional photography team to document their wedding.
Emily W., 5 months ago
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Nicky Byrnes Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I’ve had a camera in my hand since I can remember. On family vacations each of us had a camera and would come back with several rolls of film. It was great to see different perspectives of the same place. My photos became more refined throughout my childhood as I graduated to my stepdad’s Minolta film SLR. In college I dedicated myself to photography professionally with a degree in photojournalism, then found my calling with a wedding studio at 19.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with Nicky a few times, both were non traditional ceremonies where hiking or skiing were involved. She is super fun and easy going and really makes couples feel relaxed. While she is easy going she is still professional and a great communicator. Her photos are beautiful as well. I look forward to working with her in the future and will continue to have her on my vendor referral list.
Christa Deane Officiant, 5 years ago
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Dana Gualco Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I am Dana Gualco, a natural light and golden hour photographer based in Roseville, CA, serving the Sacramento area and beyond. My passion for photography is rooted in the belief that everyone has a unique story to tell, and I am dedicated to capturing yours with authenticity. Specializing in weddings, engagements, and portraits, I focus on the meaningful details that you will cherish for a lifetime. My goal is to provide high-resolution, timeless images that reflect the raw emotion and beauty of your celebration, turning your fleeting milestones into priceless heirlooms.

From the very first conversation, Dana completely understood the assignment — our vision, our vibe, and what mattered most to us. On the wedding day, she was the definition of calm and collected. While everything else felt like a whirlwind, she was steady, organized, and reassuring in the best way. She captured the day perfectly — not just the big moments, but the subtle, emotional ones we didn’t even realize were happening. Her creativity truly set her apart. Every shot felt intentional, artistic, and uniquely us. She found beautiful light, thoughtful angles, and little in-between moments that turned into some of our favorite photos. I have worked with Dana on every milestone, from engagement photos to gorgeous family portraits. It feels like she is a part of the family and we trust her with all of life’s special moments implicitly. If you’re looking for someone who is calm under pressure, incredibly talented, and genuinely gifted at telling your story through photos, stop searching. She’s it!
Marcy R., 2 months ago
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Luke is the Blacksheep Photography & Video 
Rating: 4.8 (6 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I'm a photographer that absolutely loves working with people of all types. I've photographed just about every situation you can imagine - and I use that experience to create memorable images that stand out from the rest. I consider myself extremely easy to work with and I strive hard to make sure that the photography and videography part of your wedding is something you don't have to worry about.

Awarded Best of Zola
Luke at Blacksheep Photography & Video was an exceptional wedding photographer. He was very communicative prior to and on the day of the wedding, ensuring we felt prepared and comfortable throughout the process. Luke took amazing shots and captured great staged and candid moments, quickly delivering our photos with an impressively fast turnaround time. He seemed to be in all the right spots to get the perfect shots, seamlessly blending into the day so we barely noticed him. Luke's professionalism and talent truly contributed to making our special day even more memorable.
Heather D., a year ago
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Kristin Smith Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Challenge, CA
  • Offer

Northern California Elopement Photographer - Lake Tahoe, Mount Shasta, Yosemite National Park & More! Creating stress-free, unforgettable elopements that bring your story to life in the most breathtaking places. I do not photograph traditional weddings, this is for elopements with 20 guests or less.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristin Smith Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, Kristin was prompt, friendly, and incredibly helpful in answering all of our questions and guiding us through the photography process. On the day of the wedding, Kristin and her team were professional, detailed, and captured the most beautiful, artistic, and dramatic photos that we will cherish forever. The final images were simply amazing and exceeded all of our expectations. We highly recommend Kristin Smith Photography to anyone who loves creative and dramatic wedding photography. Kristin truly helped make our special day even more unforgettable.
Vanessa McCaslin S., a year ago
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Samantha May Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Hi, I’m Samantha, a wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience and a passionate storyteller who truly believes in love and meaningful connection. I tell your story through romantic, natural, and emotional imagery, focusing on intentional and authentic moments — real laughter, happy tears, and all the beautiful in-between. My goal is to make you feel comfortable, supported, and completely yourselves so you can fully experience every moment, while I tell your love story with care, joy, and so much heart.

Using Samantha May Photography for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made!!! Samantha and her team are fantastic and truly produce the best photos. We have received so many compliments on them and I will cherish them forever. She is truly talented at what she does! She is also super fun, and our families and wedding party loved her energy! Her team endured 102 degrees for us and kept us laughing the whole time. Thank you, Samantha!
Rachel D., 3 months ago
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Mindy Webb Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Challenge, 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 went above and beyond anything we could imagine. She became part of our day, interacted with our family and friends, and made sure to capture the emotion of the day. She made myself and my bridesmaids feel comfortable and beautiful all day. She offered angles that are typically most flattering and made the whole experience feel candid!.Mindy was fun, professional, made all picture times run smoothly and was amazing with the kids in our wedding!
Ashleigh B., 6 years ago
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Mindful Media Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Challenge, CA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Mindful Media Photography, their communication was easy, timely, informative and incredibly helpful. Their professional and inspiring work captured all the important moments of our special day, giving us tangible memories to treasure for a lifetime. The quality of their photography was exceptional, and we are overjoyed with the beautiful images that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. Mindful Media Photography was an invaluable part of making our wedding day perfect, and we highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated photography team.
Amanda C., a year ago
Steph Liz Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Hello All! I'm Steph... A wife of almost 15yrs to the love of my life, a mommy to 4 wonderful kiddos, and a very passionate photographer that absolutely loves to capture life's most memorable moments! Elopements and weddings are my favorite to capture, they are life's greatest and most special moments that a couple will share together. These moments will be remembered for the rest of the couple's life, their love and commitment to one another, and embracing their future life together. Capturing those moments for each couple to look back at, and re-live those special memories, brings me such happiness.

Awarded Best of Zola
Steph, our wedding photographer, is a gem, a busy mom with a killer eye and passion for capturing love. She’s all in, chasing perfect shots from sunrise vows to late-night dances. At our reception, she caught my husband and me mid-laugh by the dessert table, cake crumbs on his tie, pure joy in the glow of string lights. No posing, just us, real and raw. Her photos burst with life, proof she works her heart out to make your day unforgettable. Steph’s is the only one you could ever want.
Angela, a year ago
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Annette Lynnae Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Challenge, CA

My approach in photography is relaxed and lightly guided, leaving room for movement, connection, and images that feel nostalgic and timeless. I’m especially drawn to in-home family sessions — unhurried, familiar, and captured in the spaces where life is already growing. It would be my honor to document your sweet moments with family and loved ones!

Annette is incredible to work with - she is so gentle and kind. She quickly learns your dynamic as a couple, and helps guide the shoot to help match your energy. She has taken photos of my husband and I throughout our relationship, and they capture our love so well, while also being classic, timeless, and elegant. I fully recommend Annette for any bride as she is a wonderful photographer, communicator, and person in general!! She makes it easy and also does beautiful work :)
Gillian R., 10 days ago
Rachel Reynolds Co. Photo + Video 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Timeless wedding photography and videography for couples across Northern California. Based near Placerville in the Sierra Nevada foothills, Rachel Reynolds Co. Photo + Video documents weddings with a focus on genuine emotion and real moments. Rachel Reynolds leads photography while her husband Mark leads videography, creating a seamless experience for couples who want both photo and video captured with care and consistency. Having photographed more than 250 weddings, Rachel brings a calm presence and is experienced with the flow of a wedding day, helping couples feel comfortable and fully present.

Awarded Best of Zola
As wedding videographers, we have worked with a lot of wedding photographers. Rachel and Mark are by far one of our favorite photography teams to work with on a wedding day! They have great attitudes and collaborate well with the other vendors. Not only are they awesome to work with, but they also deliver amazing photos at an affordable price. We highly recommend Rachel and Mark Photography!
Lost Generation Pictures, 5 years ago
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Adorn Life Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Congratulations on finding each other and getting Engaged! I photograph Weddings, Engagements and Families in Lake Tahoe area and beyond. Furthermore I love to travel and see new places so if you are planning your special event abroad, just give me a shout and I will meet you there!

Migle was stellar! She is an incredibly hard worker and very professional. Her response time to your questions and emails was amazing, it was so helpful to have her answers to our questions quickly and in full detail. She shot both our engagement session and wedding day, and we are over the moon IN LOVE with our photos, cannot wait to print and frame them! She made our wedding day less stressful because she was incredibly organized (thank you for creating best day timeline) and great communicator. All of our family was complimentary about her as well. We would highly recommend Migle as a wedding photographer and will definitely reach out to her for our future family photo bookings!
Lauren G., 5 years ago
Jeff Hall Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I have always had a passion for photography and once I picked up a camera, it was all over. I was raised from a big family and my kids are my world! Born and raised in the Bay Area, I have a special love for being back there. I consider myself very outgoing and will always try and make you laugh and feel comfortable by being a huge dork. I think that is one of the biggest compliments I get is that my clients always feel relaxed and at ease and I love hearing that. Not to mention becoming friends with my clients which is an added bonus! ​

Working with Jeff has been an absolute pleasure! As a hair and makeup artist, I appreciate their incredible eye for detail, lighting and composition, which truly brings my work to life. His professionalism and warm personality really put our clients and brides at ease even when they are not comfortable in front of the camera. I highly recommend Jeff and always look forward to working with him.
Lea Buehler, a year ago
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Lisa Richmond Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,225
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I’ve been capturing weddings, family lifestyle photography and casual portraits for more than a couple decades now working primarily in the Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa, and San Francisco Bay areas, as well as all along the coastlines around San Diego and Coronado and everywhere in between. I’m inspired by outdoor adventures, travel, playful people, live music and amazing light and take advantage of any opportunity to capture raw emotion and natural beauty away from home.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lisa Richmond is a phenomenally talented photographer. Lisa is an artist at heart and her attention to detail in her work shows her tremendous talent. She takes a lot of time to get to know her clients before the day of the wedding, so all parties are comfortable in sharing such intimate moments together in front of the camera. She has a great eye for capturing key family members important to the wedding couple, along with great timing of moments such as the 'first look' and photographing unforgettable facial expressions. Throughout the wedding day, she is silently present capturing moments on camera, allowing these to organically occur, and not be forced. Within her photographs she transforms the moments to tell a story of your wedding day, and in result, you are left with an album of beautifully artistic photographs eliciting wonderful memories and a new friend in Lisa!
Ashley D., 5 years ago
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As the Crow Flies 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Challenge, CA

*cue movie announcer voice* In a world.... where there are billions of people. You are unique. You have a story and it's like no one else's. Enter character number 2: us We are your professional third wheels and we are here to tell your story. But not just the happy go lucky, awkward " cheese smile" kind... the true raw unfiltered emotion that is part of your life. This life is crazy, and we only have one. Live life to the fullest.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I received the most genuine and passionate experience from As The Crow Flies for our intimate, beach wedding. Lexi made us feel so comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We enjoyed their passion and upbeat attitudes, despite a few snafus on our day. I would recommend them over and over again.
Madison & R., 4 years ago
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Yosemite’s Golden Photography, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I specialize in portraits, weddings, elopements, and boudoir. I love the variety of photography that I offer as this builds up diverse experience and able to acclimate in all settings. In addition to my photography skills I have the flexibility to travel. I cater more towards our first responders in military. For any inquiries, please visit my website, yosemitesgoldenphotography dot com, since Zola requires us vendors to pay to have a conversation with potential clients.

Awarded Best of Zola
I would absolutely in a heartbeat recommend Brey for any event. I have worked with her many times and she is so professional and fun! Do yourself a favor and hire her for your event!
Erin Smith, 4 years ago
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Dream Capture Photos 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Challenge, CA

We are William and Hannah Ingle, your husband and wife photography team at Dream Capture Photos to capture your wedding day! We aim to deliver photos that are dreamy, candid, and timeless. If we can capture that nostalgic moment you can look back on for all the days ahead, then we have done our job right! The emotions and beauty of your wedding day make it special, and we want to deliver that through our lens; for all the years to come. We understand how important your wedding day is to YOU, so we also know the importance of making it stress-free so you can soak it in. We make you feel comfortable so your photos turn into genuine moments.

If you are looking for genuine warm amazing photos look no further! Hannah and Will are absolutely AMAZING! They did both our engagement photos and our big day. My husband can get uncomfortable in front of a camera and pictures can be hard to capture. Hannah and Will made us feel so comfortable and captured some of my favorite pictures of my husband. Throughout the entire process they had amazing communication, they were super organized and didn’t let the weather affect their work either! I would choose them to photograph other important milestones over and over again.
Sara A., 2 years ago
Lydia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Northern California anniversary & wedding photographer based in Grass Valley and available for travel! I’m Lydia, a wedding photographer living amidst the trees of Grass Valley, California and lover of European chocolate, capri blue volcano candles, team both coffee and tea, podcasts, and my newest guilty pleasure -- watching legal commentary on live court cases! A favorite part of my job is spending time with people and getting to know them on a deeper level, whether through trying out new hikes, meeting up for coffee, or grabbing lunch together!

Awarded Best of Zola
Lydia is an absolute gem! As a wedding planner, I’ve had the pleasure of working with many photographers—and Lydia stands out with her calm presence, creative eye, and seamless communication. She captured every detail beautifully and made my couple feel so comfortable and confident. Her work is romantic, timeless, and full of heart. I can’t wait to work with her again!
Dallas D., 9 months ago
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Mariea Rummel Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Challenge, CA

Hello there, I'm Mariea (sounds like Maria). I'm thrilled that you want to know more about me! I would love to meet you both, but in the mean time: Kurt and I (husband and wife team along with two other associate photographers) have been photographing weddings for well over ten years now and ABSOLUTELY love our job and clients. Our shooting style is quietly unobtrusive but we also know how to wrangle a rowdy bunch :)

I have had the pleasure of working with Mariea and her team for over a decade. She makes the process so easy for our couples and really understands how to put them at ease, from guiding them through posing to family photos. In addition to working with her professionally, have also been a client. Her professionalism, and responsiveness, coupled with her fun and approachable personality make her a dream to work with! Plus her photos area amazing! I highly recommend Mariea Rummel.
Kathleen , a year ago
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Mike Bean Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Challenge, CA

I’m a Northern California wedding and portrait photographer with a deep love for people, connection, and honest moments. I come to photography with a background in emergency medicine and biology, which shaped my calm, attentive approach. I photograph weddings with a relaxed, thoughtful style—guiding when needed, stepping back when it matters most, and creating space for genuine moments to unfold. My goal is for you to feel comfortable, cared for, and fully present while I document your day in a way that feels true to you.

What a fabulous experience! We used Mike Bean Photography for our wedding photos and are thrilled with the beauty and quality of the images. Family and friends have commented over the years that Mike's photos are better than your "typical" wedding photos. We are so grateful to Mike that we have these keepsakes to enjoy for a lifetime.
Emily & J., 3 years ago
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Daniel Cewinski Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Challenge, CA
  • Offer

I am really interested in other people. I like to find out about you. I believe we all have value, and everybody deserves to be happy. Sour Pusses are quite the bummer, and seriousness is overrated. I really believe there should be very little reason for people to not get along. EVERYONE is welcome. I LOVE nostalgia, and having my work appreciated enough to be on your walls is the best feeling. I roast my own coffee, I am a friek for Legos, old black and white movies, the ocean, the forest, the jungle, and chatting with people.

Daniel Cewinski Photography was an outstanding choice for our wedding photographer. From the beginning, Daniel's communication style was assertive, positive, and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. His work is truly exceptional - passionate, professional, and sophisticated. On our wedding day, Daniel paid particular attention to our needs, being extremely accommodating with our family and sunset photographs. It was significantly beneficial to meet Daniel during our engagement photoshoot, as it helped us feel secure and motivated for the upcoming wedding. Daniel made the entire experience a joy, and we are thrilled with the beautiful, high-quality photos that captured our special day perfectly. We highly recommend Daniel Cewinski Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Caitlin, a year ago