The Best Wedding Photographers in Hayward, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Hayward, CA

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Fior Fine Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Hayward, CA

We believe photos are tangible embodiments of life’s most precious moments which is why we focus on capturing representations authentic to your core. We honor the raw nature of your story and emotions, creating a true reflection of this special time. We are a contemporary photography studio with a passion for artistically capturing life's most precious moments for Northern California nuptials. We can't wait to connect!

We had such a great experience with Allison from start to finish! She was so helpful with posing while also capturing so many beautiful candid moments. I love reliving my wedding day over and over with the beautiful gallery she sent over. Plus, she was so much fun to work with! You won’t regret hiring her for your wedding!
Bethany, 5 months ago
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Te Dua Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Hayward, CA
  • Offer

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!

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I must say that Enea and Hayley are one of my favorite vendors! They were so easy to work with. Ticked all our boxes —— style, preferences, you name it! They were so creative with the poses they made us do, and you can see that they are veeeery passionate in what they do (I can’r remember how many times I said this to my husband lol). The photos and highlight video was so amazing it just makes me want to get married to my husband all over again and have them cover it lol! They make a really great team. Kudos and please keep making couples happy!
Stephanie, a year ago
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Loes Takes Clips 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Hayward, CA

I'm a photographer who loves, love and being able to share that through my lens is what drives everything I do. I have a deep adoration for storytelling and capturing the authentic, unscripted moments that matter most. I believe every love story is unique, and my goal is to bring excitement, ease, and a calming presence to your most important day. With a passion for preserving real emotions and meaningful memories, I aim to capture photographs that you'll cherish for a lifetime.

Logan has been a good friend of mine for years, so asking her to photograph our engagement shoot was a no-brainer for me. Her natural ability to bring any vision to life, mixed with her unwavering work ethic, is what sets her apart. I can tell her one idea I have, and she will effortlessly create something better than I could have ever imagined. We have a 1965 Corvette in our family that I thought would be cool to use as part of our shoot. I trusted her to tell us where and how we could incorporate it, and she brought our vision to life. She goes above and beyond, even standing in the middle of the road in Carmel-by-the-Sea as cars try to pass, to bring that vision to life. Also, we are far from naturals in front of the camera. I always rely on Logan to give us ideas for how to create movement and relax. Working with someone so kind and able to make you feel comfortable is crucial, because it not only creates an outcome you will love, but you will have fun doing so as well.
Marissa B., 5 months ago
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All On Deck photos 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Hayward, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800

We are a Northern California Photography and Videography team! Our team believes being there with you every step of the way. Our team is invested not only in your story but also in ensuring you two have a memorable and intentional experience from start to end. Our team wants to help you focus on what matters most when you get married. That’s what makes this more than a "job" to us. We want to get to know you two better in order to cater to your needs and make you feel comfortable on the most important day.

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I enjoy working with Allan and his team. They are very professional ad their work is amazing!
Diana Dorsey, 3 years ago
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Lightfall Imagery 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Hayward, CA
  • Offer

Pricing: $375/hr | Instagram: Lightfallimagery /// Hello! I’m Victoria and I specialize in wedding, proposal, and boudoir photography. I photograph people all over the world and I am a published photographer. I charge $375/hr or $3,000 for 8 hours with a free engagement or boudoir shoot. Add-ons to my packages can include videography and second shooters. Message me for more details!

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Victoria was absolutely amazing. I’ve never had professional photos taken and my engagement shoot was my first time. She made me feel comfortable, beautiful and confident. My finance and I absolutely love how our photos turned out. She is an absolute artist!
Rachel B., 7 months ago
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Naian Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Hayward, CA

We are a husband and wife team and offer photo + video services for your wedding day! We specialize in creating modern yet timeless nuptial images that you will cherish for a lifetime. With over seven years of experience in the industry, we take pride in providing couples with natural and candid images of your day. Fluent in Spanish, English and can handle a bit of Portuguese!

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We had an incredible experience working with Naian Photography from start to finish. She communicated with us every step of the way and really took time to understand what we wanted for our big day. Naian made sure to capture shots based on our inspo photos and created a thoughtful timeline so we wouldn't miss any moments that mattered to us. What impressed us most was how she got to know our family and friends, which made every photo feel personal and genuine. Her work is detailed and sophisticated with a modern style that we absolutely love. We would recommend Naian to any couple looking for a photographer who truly cares about telling their story. We will definitely be using Naian for future events!
Marissa Q., 4 months ago
Weddings by Katherine Marchand 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Hayward, CA

I'm Katherine, a wedding photographer based in Oakland, CA. With over a decade of experience and features in Vogue, Brides, The New York Times, and more, I know how to create wedding photos that don’t just look stunning — they feel like you. No trendy filters, no forced poses, just authentic moments that reflect who you are. I believe the best moments aren’t staged. They unfold naturally, in the quiet glances, the belly laughs, and those unspoken connections shared with your loved ones. My goal is to capture those raw, in-between moments that truly make your wedding day yours!

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Where to even begin! Investing in Katherine to do our wedding photos for our August 2021 wedding was the best decision we made, other than getting married! She had done a friends' wedding so I had started following her on instagram long before my husband and I got engaged. We were planning our wedding back west, and so we started looking at photographers back there but I just couldn't find anyone who measured up to Katherine. Listen--if you want "trendy" photos for instagram with lots of filters, orange skin tones, poses, etc--then Katherine isn't for you. But if you want photos that truly capture your day how it really was, then look no further. I spent years pouring over my parents' and grandparents' wedding albums wanting something that felt that classic and real. And real is exactly what Katherine does. She has this amazing ability to be everywhere and no where all at once. I have been in a lot of weddings, seen a lot of wedding albums, and I have never seen a photographer capture candids as well as she does--the photos feel like screenshots from a movie where we look happy and fabulous all of the time! She truly has a photojournalistic approach. She caught every teary hug, hand squeeze, and glance from across the room. And her ability to make every type of light work to her advantage (harsh mid-day, dark dance floor, etc) is truly incredible. And don't worry--she will also get all of those family photos that your parents want and do it in a painless, seamless way! While we were initially hesitant about the cost of hiring a photographer from NYC to shoot a wedding back west, her prices are MORE than fair for what you are getting! She even did a mini shoot with us the night before to get us comfortable in front of the camera and they are some of my favorite photos from the weekend. Also--she made everyone feel so relaxed and comfortable the day of. My bridesmaids were obsessed with her (I mean how could you not be? She shows up in a gucci suit with effortless cool girl energy and is like "let's do this!"), she managed wrangling our very large wedding party with ease and even got my grandma to smile in photos which is a big deal! We woke up the next day to about 15 sneak peak photos from the night before, and had our entire wedding album in 6 weeks! The hardest part is choosing which photos to print! There are just too many that we love. TLDR: Hire this girl, she is smart as a whip, reliable, talented, and a consummate professional!
Madison H., 2 years ago
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A Perfect Impression 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves Hayward, CA

A renowned wedding photography studio in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been capturing beautiful wedding moments for over two decades. In partnership with Wedgewood, our classically trained photographers and videographers cover around 100 weddings annually. We excel in not just photography but also in coordinating and assisting, ensuring a seamless and memorable wedding day for each couple.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding was on Thursday 02MAY2024 and you guys were absolutely amazing and easy to work with. You were friendly and made us feel comfortable and and allowed us to just be us with our friends and family. If anyone is wondering if they should pick these guys for your wedding I would 10/10 recommend this company, I promise you won’t regret it! Thank you guys again for sharing our special day with us and making it even more perfect :)
Jai J., 2 years ago
Twentythreeninteen 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Hayward, CA
  • Offer

My name is Thomas Seabury I am a wedding photographer of 9 years, over the past 5 years shooting just over 100 weddings per year. Each wedding I take on the roll of coordinator, photographer, and personal assistant keeping the entire day running smoothly and keeping the stress of the day as far from the bride and groom as possible. I would love to be a huge part of your entire process from overall planning to execution of the day! In the off chance you're booking at a Northern CA Wedgewood venue, I have hundreds of hours of experience at each of their venues and work very closely with the everyone of the staff at Wedgewood.

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Thomas is the best! He is unbelievably talented and his communication throughout the entire process was clear, professional, and reassuring, which made everything so smooth and stress-free. He captured every special moment beautifully and from all the perfect angles. The photos are stunning and feel so natural and timeless. We’re so grateful to have these amazing memories to look back on, all thanks to his talent and eye for detail. He also included an engagement shoot that we had a couple of weeks before the wedding and those pictures are just unbelievably beautiful! He will tell you which poses to do and guide you to make sure the pictures come out perfect and natural. The number of pictures that he delivered was insane, and they’re all amazing! He sent over some pictures the day after the wedding and sent the complete list of pictures just a week after the wedding, which is an insane turnaround! He also had a couple of small cameras lying around and gave them to bridesmaids to capture their perspectives of our wedding. Thomas was the perfect person for the job and I highly recommend him if you’re looking for the absolute best wedding photographer! Several of our family and friends told us he is the best photographer they have ever seen as they watched him sprint all over the venue throughout the night to capture every single moment of our magical evening. That’s enough of me talking, you can take a look at some of the pictures he captured, his work is the best I’ve ever seen and it was an absolute pleasure to work with him!
Chris G., a year ago
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Hey Honey Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Hayward, CA

Hi! I'm Anna the founder and senior photographer of Hey Honey Photography. I am a Texas-born, California girl at heart. I reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, and have a team of talented wedding photographers with a passion for capturing your life’s biggest moments and all your candid in betweens. Choosing a wedding photographer is more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. They should be someone who inspires you, helps ease wedding day jitters, and is your biggest fan, empowering you to be in the moment, while capturing what you want to remember forever, with creativity, boldness, and authenticity.

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From the moment we started planning our wedding, Anna and the team at Hey Honey Photography were an absolute joy to work with. She was an excellent communicator even through COVID and our wedding date shifting multiple times. We could not be happier with our wedding photos, we are absolutely obsessed! All of our images came out so beautiful, Anna captured the day even better than we imagined. She not only photographed every detail, she also surprised us with a very sweet card and a sneak peek of our photos with some beautiful polaroids she took that brought us to tears. We absolutely loved working with Anna, she was very professional, sweet, and her work is amazing. We also used her services for our engagement photos and they came out beautifully as well. We highly recommend Hey Honey Photography!
Cory R., 2 years ago
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Kin Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Hayward, CA

Artistic and passionate photographer with a decade of experience in capturing the most cherished moments in couples' lives. I prioritize creating a relaxing atmosphere for my clients, the most natural and beautiful moments are captured. My photography reflects not only my vision but also my passion. I strive to provide all my clients with expert photography services and an exceptional experience.

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Kin Photography was truly the perfect choice for our wedding, and we feel so grateful to have had them capture our day. From the very beginning, their communication style stood out—they were warm, welcoming, and incredibly responsive. Every question we had was answered with patience and clarity, and they made us feel completely at ease throughout the planning process. It felt less like working with a vendor and more like working with a trusted friend who genuinely cared about our experience. On the wedding day, Kin Photography exceeded every expectation. The quality of their work was simply breathtaking—every photo was beautifully composed, with flattering angles that highlighted not just how we looked, but how we felt. They managed to capture the joy, laughter, and emotion of the day in a way that still moves us when we look back at the images. What amazed us most was how they seemed to be everywhere at once, catching every little detail and candid moment without ever feeling intrusive. They went above and beyond in so many ways, even staying later than scheduled to ensure they didn’t miss a single shot. That kind of dedication speaks volumes about their professionalism and passion for what they do. From intimate portraits of us as a couple to heartfelt photos of our family and friends, Kin Photography gave us a collection of memories that we’ll treasure forever. Beyond the photos themselves, they made the entire process comfortable and fun. We never felt awkward in front of the camera—in fact, they made us feel beautiful and confident, which is such a gift on a day when emotions are running high. And then, as if all of that weren’t enough, we were surprised with a custom USB drive containing our photos. It was such a thoughtful and unexpected touch, and it made receiving our images feel even more special. Looking back, we can honestly say that Kin Photography contributed so much to making our wedding day unforgettable. Their talent, kindness, and genuine care shone through in every interaction and every photo. We couldn’t recommend them more highly to any couple searching for a photographer who will not only deliver stunning images but also make the entire experience joyful and seamless.
Victoria D., 8 months ago
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Adam J Clark Photography Greater Bay Area/N. California 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,290
  • Serves Hayward, CA

I’m Adam Clark, a Livermore-based photographer capturing weddings with authenticity and heart. I love documenting real moments—the laughter, the tears, the joy—so couples can relive their day for years to come. My approach is a mix of candid storytelling and beautiful, timeless portraits. Every wedding is unique, and I’m passionate about creating images that reflect your story, personalities, and love in a way that feels natural and unforgettable.

Adam was absolutely fantastic. We loved all of our photos. We got so many compliments. His work is outstanding and will use him for any photography. We need in the future. He made my day so special and captured every moment.
Ally E., 5 months ago
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Jenna Salvagin Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Hayward, CA

I believe love is love and happily photograph couples of all backgrounds, orientations, religions and gender expressions. I aim to create authentic and emotive images for my clients and edit true to color so the work will be timeless. My personality is friendly and warm, which helps make my couples feel at ease and open up in front of the camera. I donate $100 from every wedding day package to a non profit organization (either the ACLU, End the Backlog or the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation) because I believe paying it forward in honor of love is an excellent first step into marriage.

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Jenna was recommended to us by another photographer and it was such a pleasure to work with her! We greatly appreciated how much she wanted to know us and our personalities in advance of our wedding day. We ended every zoom call or email exchange feeling confident in our decision to work with her. The weather on our wedding day wasn’t very cooperative, but Jenna and team were on the lookout for any break in the rain so that we could go up to the roof and get a few pictures. And she totally nailed them—they are some of our favorite pictures from the day. Jenna and team made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera and also captured some incredible candids. If you’re looking for a fun, positive, and easy-to-work with photographer—Jenna is the right pick!
Kelly, 2 years ago
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C Wagner Photography & Design LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Hayward, CA

I’m Cherlyn (rhymes with Berlin). So nice to e-meet you! If we met in person and it wasn’t during a pandemic- I would probably hug you! I’m an introvert-extrovert and tend to ramble too much when I get nervous. In emails - I tend to use exclamation points a lot!! (and will agonize over my drafts of emails before sending them because they probably have one too many!!) My aim as your photographer is to provide a memorable experience where you two feel comfortable, taken care of, and get to fully enjoy your wedding day as much as possible with all your guests & loved ones - whether they be in real life or via livestream!

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Cherlyn was everything we could have hoped for in a wedding photographer. It was reassuring to have someone with Cherlyn’s experience and knowledge with us before our ceremony at SF city hall, it made us feel more prepared. She confidently navigated the space and guided us through our photos. I had some anxiety around being photographed, but right away Cherlyn made me feel comfortable. I genuinely felt like we were in good hands the entire time and I’m grateful she was part of our day. The sneak peek photos Cherlyn sent us so far are absolutely beautiful, I could shed a happy tear each time I look at them. She captured our day so perfectly. We are excitedly awaiting the development of our film photos and super 8 video. We cannot recommend Cherlyn enough to anyone looking for a talented and thoughtful photographer who makes you feel completely at ease.
Melinda, 3 months ago
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Moments By Madz 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Hayward, CA

My name is Maddie Smidebush and I'm a photographer based in Brentwood, California and I believe in capturing the beauty of love through every lens. I've been a photographer for over 7 years and shooting weddings full time for 5. I specialize in weddings, engagements and elopements with a focus on natural, candid moments that reflect the true essence of your day. While working at a wedding photography studio for the past 3 years I've been able to acquire a careers worth of experience through the shooting of over 300 weddings in that time.

Moments By Madz was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the start, Maddie provided clear and thorough communication via email and phone, ensuring we felt informed and prepared. Her work quality was truly excellent, and we felt we received great value for the reasonable price. On the day of our wedding, Maddie was incredibly flexible, easily adjusting her schedule as needed. She was also warm, kind, and helped make our day feel even more special. We're so thankful we found Maddie - she truly captured the essence of our wedding and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos that will help us cherish the memories forever.
Naomi P., 4 months ago
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Meraki Art 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Hayward, CA

MerakiArt specializes in wedding photography that beautifully captures your love story across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. From engagement sessions to wedding day coverage, our services encompass every moment, ensuring you receive timeless photos that reflect the joy and authenticity of your celebration. Our modern documentary style creates a relaxed atmosphere, helping you and your guests feel at ease in front of the camera.

Awarded Best of Zola
Had a great photo shooting experience for our wedding pics. The photographer is super professional and reliable! We are very satisfied with the final photo! Will consider coming back for other need!
Lu L., 2 years ago
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Hannah Berglund Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,500
  • Serves Hayward, CA

I'm Hannah, a full time wedding and portrait photographer in Livermore, California. To me, photography is so much more than just hiring another vendor. And that's why you should choose someone you truly love to work with! I believe the real magic happens during the in-between moments – a secret smile shared by the parents; a tearful hug with the maid of honor; a quirky moment with the best man. These memories are far more precious than any staged photo, and these are the memories I want to capture for you on your big day.

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Hannah captured our day beautifully. She was really easy to work with and it was such a relief to find a photographer we were so comfortable with. I was extremely picky when it came with choosing a photographer - I searched forever before finding Hannah and felt an instant connection when we spoke. Our search stopped there as we knew she was who we wanted at our wedding! I was really nervous for the engagement session but felt instantly at ease as soon as we begin shooting. She made my fiance (at the time) and I extremely comfortable and the session was actually really fun (not that we expected it to not be fun haha.... we were both just so nervous that we were scared for how it would go!). We had numerous guests compliment us for hiring her because of how delightful she was to have at the wedding. A few of our bridesmaids actually hired her to capture their wedding after working with her! I truly can't recommend her enough - Hannah is an absolute gem!
Alex, 6 years ago
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Katelyn Tucker Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Hayward, CA
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I am an elopement and wedding photographer based in Northern California, who shoots for the fun quirky weirdos who are unabashedly themselves. I capture the perfection that you are while having a laugh and (almost assuredly) crying along while you read your vows. My name is Katelyn and I want to meet you!

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Katelyn photographed our engagement session and wedding day and I can't recommend her enough. My husband and I are not pros in front of the camera and she put us at ease from the jump. She approaches each session with a calm and collaborative energy that yields relaxed and natural photos. She was able to capture our day so authentically. Not only is she excellent on wedding day but she's responsive and organized leading up to it. She was diligent on creating and executing a shotlist and even added in some family portrait combinations that I missed on the first round. Her thoughtful process makes you feel like a priority and I knew my vision was safe in her hands. Her work is phenomenal and she's an absolute pleasure to work with.
Hannah M., 16 days ago
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Vanessa Montano Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Hayward, CA
  • Offer

I'm Vanessa — Bay Area born and raised, obsessed with capturing the moments that matter most. When I'm not behind the camera you'll find me testing new recipes, catching up with friends over a dirty martini, or cruising with country music turned all the way up. What I love most isn't the perfectly posed portraits — it's the in-between moments. The way your person looks at you when they think no one's watching. The grandfather wiping a tear during the first dance. I specialize in wine country weddings throughout Livermore, Napa, and Sonoma — images that feel effortless and completely yours.

We are so happy we had the opportunity to have Vanessa capture our special day! The quality of her work is exceptional, with beautiful colors and candid moments filled with love. Vanessa constantly checked in to make sure we got the shots we wanted, and went above and beyond to focus on capturing the special interactions between our family and friends. We couldn't be happier with the final photos - they truly helped make our special day even more memorable.
Kennedy M., 7 months ago
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Creative Cinema Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,888
  • Serves Hayward, CA

Welcome to Creative Cinema Photo & Video! We're a dedicated team of LOCAL photographers and videographers who specialize in capturing weddings with a storytelling approach. From our detailed planning to our focus on great customer service, we’re here to make your experience smooth and enjoyable. Our team works hard to deliver beautiful photos and videos you’ll treasure for a lifetime. Your trusted wedding photographer team serving San Francisco, San Jose, San Ramon, Santa Clara, Moraga, Walnut Creek, San Francisco City Hall, Napa, Sonoma, Livermore, Sunol, Pleasanton, and Oakland, California. 📍 Now Booking for: 2025 & 2026

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Alex is a very talented photographer and an absolute joy to work with! We had the pleasure of working with him for our engagement and wedding photos. He was extremely professional and friendly. He captured the essence of our wedding day beautifully. His work is stunning and high quality. His artistic shots look straight out of a wedding magazine editorial. We would absolutely work with Alex again if given the chance.
Lauren, a year ago
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Hayden Eakins 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Hayward, CA

Hi, I’m Hayden! With over 300 weddings captured, I take a journalistic approach to photography, documenting authentic moments as they naturally unfold. I shoot with both film and digital to create timeless, heartfelt images that tell your unique love story. With a go-with-the-flow mentality, I will capture moments as they come and turn them into beautiful memories.

I cannot say enough great things about Hayden!! His pictures are so beautiful, his editing style is amazing and he has such an eye for all the perfect shots to get. He was very communicative and helped coordinate the morning when our DOC was nowhere to be found.
London K., 3 months ago
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Van Holten Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Hayward, CA

I'm a passionate photographer who finds joy in collaborating with creative minds to capture extraordinary moments. By day, I channel my expertise into high-quality construction work, while my artistic pursuits in photography allow me to explore my creativity and connect with others on a profound level.

From start to finish, working with Will was so refreshing. Not only is he incredibly talented, but he also has a truly artistic eye that brings every photo to life. Every single image he delivered was stunning, beautifully composed, full of emotion, and captured with such an authentic feel. What really stood out to us was how effortless and seamless the entire photography process felt. Will has this calm and warm energy that instantly put us (and everyone else) at ease. During the bridesmaids' photoshoot, he created such a fun, relaxed atmosphere - it honestly felt more like hanging out with a friend than posing for pictures! He encouraged us to be ourselves, let loose, and enjoy the moment, and the result was a set of natural, joyful, and candid shots that we’ll cherish forever. It felt like Will was genuinely part of the celebration — laughing with us, hyping us up - you could tell he genuinely loves what he does and was fully present with us in the moment. His enthusiasm was infectious, and it felt like he was celebrating right alongside us, which made the whole experience even more special. He was also incredibly patient and professional throughout the day. Never once did we feel rushed or staged, he took his time to get the right shots while making sure we stayed present and enjoyed the experience. I genuinely cannot recommend Will enough. His talent speaks for itself, but it’s his personality, passion, and dedication that make him truly exceptional. If you’re looking for someone who will not only take beautiful photos but also enhance your wedding day experience, Will is 100% the one. We’d recommend him a million times over!
Rachel T., a year ago
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J. Lee Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Hayward, CA
  • Offer

I am an East Coast transplant wedding photographer based in the SF Bay area. I’m super laid back and kind of a goofball… I like to have fun during my photo sessions to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera!

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We knew we were in good hands from the moment we first spoke with Jess. Her communication style was friendly, informative, and down-to-earth, making us feel at ease throughout the entire process. Her passion for weddings shone through in the stunning, emotional, and creative images she captured, perfectly preserving the special moments of our big day. We are thrilled with the final gallery and would highly recommend J. Lee Photography to any couple seeking a truly exceptional photography experience that you'll love.
Synclair, a year ago
Connie Leal Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Hayward, CA

My name is Connie and I have been shooting weddings and portraits for over 15years. The goal for me is to give my client an heirloom of their wedding day to pass down to generations to come. As a young kid, I remember staring at my parents black and white wedding photos for a long time. It captivated me. I am very lucky to have those memories and that is what I want for my clients. I love capturing beautiful imagery through posing, beautiful light and when there isn't light, I like to create it. I can be a goof ball capturing the unexpected filled laughter. Come look at my work, and hopefully we can connect.

Connie was so awesome to work with! Leading up to the wedding she was easy to communicate with and always responded to my emails quickly. When my wedding day rolled around she was at the venue on time and got to work. She was patient with everything going on, she had an assistant as well that was great! I told Connie that I was worried about taking pictures because I never considered myself photogenic, she told me not to worry. She did a great job! The pictures turned out beautiful! I love them! Now the hard part is choosing which ones to print.
Stacey and B., 2 years ago
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CMG Imagery 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Hayward, CA

Hi, I'm Carrie the lady behind the lens of CMG Imagery. I'm a photographer with twelve years wedding experience and a focus on natural light and storytelling. In my work, I am inspired to capture love and connection in a timeless and authentic way that will be cherished for years to come. I love creating images with movement that capture the heart and soul, the candid moments, the playfulness and personality. So get ready to adventure and let's tell your story!

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Carrie is a wonderful photographer and person! We booked her to take our engagement and wedding photos and we were very happy with the results. Neither of us love getting our photo taken but she made the whole process easy and comfortable. She recommend a bunch of beautiful locations for our engagement shoot that were in our area and worked around our schedule. Our wedding photos were great (even got some with us and our dogs) and she got lots of amazing shots of our guests enjoying themselves. We highly recommend booking Carrie for your special day! Professional, efficient, and a wizard behind the lens. Thanks, Carrie - W&J
Wilson, a year ago
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ShotsByShane 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Hayward, CA

Hello! My name is Shane Espy and my mission is deliver timeless memories for you to have for your entire marriage! I aim to capture "documentary/storytelling" styled imagery to let you remember your day for what it really was. I am intentionally involved with my client's wedding experience, making your day/planning as seamless as possible! A bit more about me: I consider myself quite an extrovert! I love adding life to the party. So, if you want a fly on the wall, I ain't your guy! I aim to please and make your wedding guests feel like I am just another family member/friend.

I don't have enough words to express how amazing Shane is. Weddings are stressful, obviously, but Shane listened to what was most important to my husband and I for our pictures and took care of everything. It felt like he was there for every important moment, not just for us but our family as well. My husband and I aren't people who like to take pictures of ourselves either, but Shane made everything feel so natural and fun!
Emily G., 6 months ago