The Best Wedding Photographers in Lakeside, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Lakeside, CA

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Michelle Wisor Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hi, I'm Michelle - a wedding photographer based in San Diego and the Denver Metro area. I split my time between California and Colorado, capturing celebrations in both locations. Im drawn to documenting weddings in a way that feels effortless, refined, and true to you. My style blends candid storytelling with an editorial eye- focusing on real connection, natural movement, and the in-between moments that often end up meaning the most.

Michelle Wisor Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our elopement. From the very first interaction, she was extremely prompt in her communication, which was so helpful during the busy wedding planning process. The quality of her work was truly amazing - the photos captured were sharp, gorgeous, and perfectly showcased the special moments of our day. Michelle made me feel so comfortable during our engagement shoot, and the pictures came out beautifully. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend Michelle Wisor Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photographer.
Kimberly P., 5 months ago
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Indigo West 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Lakeside, 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.

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Daniel was a pure joy to work with. Went above and beyond driving all over Santa Barbara for our wedding! We loved our photos and the experience with him so much. We hate having pictures taken and he made it feel so effortless. Look no further!!
Diana, 2 years ago
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Gleimlight Photography & Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

After 10 years of marriage, the memories from our special day have slowly faded. With weddings going by in a flash, it's nearly impossible to commit it all to memory and with time, it will fade. The work we do, the memories we capture will last you a lifetime. We know that decades from now you will be flipping through your photo album or watching your wedding video; overflowing with love and joy. Knowing this is what motivates us!

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Gleimlight Photography & Productions was a fantastic choice for our wedding photographer. From the first time we spoke with them, they demonstrated a clear and thoughtful communication style, asking all the right questions to truly understand us as a couple and the specific photos we wanted to capture on our special day. Their work was absolutely beautiful - they had an incredible eye for detail and perfectly framed every moment, using flattering lighting and editing to make our photos look stunning. Gleimlight worked seamlessly throughout the event, maintaining a professional demeanor while also being a calming presence. We couldn't be happier with the final photos, which beautifully immortalized all the joy and love of our wedding day.
Cassie B., 8 months ago
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Black Hat Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

We started off as a duo of quirky plastic artists who wanted to try something new - capturing weddings in a unique way that combined truthfulness and creativity. Fast forward 15 years and many, many amazing weddings later, and we're still just as nervous and excited before each event as we were on day one. I guess it means we still care! We believe your wedding photos should be a true reflection of your special day - capturing all the laughter, tears, love and joy in a way that takes you back to that exact moment. Making you relive the excitement, nervousness, happiness and warm fuzzy feelings of your wedding day.

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Eduardo was AMAZING!! From the moment we booked him till receiving our photos. The communication was direct and to the point which is what we loved. During our wedding he was extremely personable and made us feel comfortable and reminded us to just be in the moment. He really went above and beyond during wedding day. In receiving our pictures, we were even more impressed and so happy with how they turned out. We feel it’s important to have someone you can build trust and connect quickly in such an important day and that’s Eduardo. We are fortunate that we went with blackhatstudio for our wedding photos. We are so excited to now print them and share with our loved ones! Thank you Eduardo for capturing our day!!!
Michael and J., a year ago
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Light and Glass Visuals 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Light & Glass Visuals is a wedding photography company that focuses on a cinematic, vibrant style that accurately captures the joy and poetry of a wedding day. My photography style is built both out of a love of cinematography and a love of making the moments I'm involved in genuinely special.

Needed a photographer for a short notice wedding, and Kris pulled through! He was very flexible, easy to work with, planned shots ahead of time, and even taught us how to pose! He was very friendly while also professional. He also got the photos back to us very quickly. I'm hiring him again for vowel renewal!
Daniel E., a year ago
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Madison Wilson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Lakeside, CA
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Hi! My name is Madison, but you can call me Maddi. Raised in Maryland, I've lived in Colorado, South Dakota, and Germany. I now live in San Diego with my husband and our two dogs. I've always had a love for photography and I feel privileged to bring my passion to life. I want my photos to capture the genuine feeling of the moment and to reflect you and your story.

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Madison was such a pleasure to work with. My now husband and I aren’t the most comfortable in front of the camera and Madison made the experience so effortless and wonderful for us. Her pictures came out stunning!! She captured our day beautifully and can’t say a single negative thing about working with her. She was there to answer any questions with prompt responses and captured all I wanted on our big day. If you’re looking for an awesome professional to capture your wedding or any major events Madison is your girl!! We would love to use her services again for any future photography needs.
Elese R., a year ago
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The California Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Lakeside, CA
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The California Studio is a wedding photography and videography company known for its clean, modern style and relaxed, natural approach. Based in California, they specialize in capturing real moments with artistic flair—turning love stories into timeless visual keepsakes. Whether it’s a chic city wedding or a coastal celebration, The California Studio delivers stunning imagery that feels authentic, elegant, and true to you.

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There was something about the way they captured our day—it felt like watching a beautiful movie we somehow got to star in. Every smile, every glance, even the in-between moments we didn’t notice… they’re all there now, forever. I’m honestly speechless. Thank you for turning our chaos into art.
Alexis K., a year ago
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PKA Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Welcome to PKA Photography! We are a dynamic husband-wife duo, our journey began when our own wedding visuals left us unsatisfied in 2022. Instead of dwelling on discontent, we took charge, giving birth to PKA Photography in June 2022. In this short span, we've joyfully captured over 300 weddings and events, spanning from intimate elopements to heartwarming civil ceremonies. Each event embodies a unique tale, a celebration of love, and an opportunity to freeze magical moments in time. In every project, we step into your shoes, ensuring that your experience with us aligns with everything we'd desire for our own wedding.

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Mia and LaRon went above and beyond to help make our wedding day special. They are an excellent team and managed to work around my chronic pain and frequent “lie down on the floor” breaks. The photos came back amazing and candid, just like I wanted them and I have zero complaints. 10/10, would book again.
The C., 9 months ago
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True Photography & Video 
Rating: 4.8 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

At True Photography, we represent San Diego’s top wedding photographers — award-winning, experienced, and known for capturing every emotion and moment with creativity and precision. Each team member has over five years of professional experience, delivering vibrant, timeless images that reflect the energy and beauty of your day. We work with couples who value photography as a top priority and are passionate about telling love stories through powerful visuals.

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I can not emphasize enough how much I recommend True. Chris and Jeremiah were absolutely on it all day and I received mountains of compliments and words of excitement before they even left the venue. Their turn around is incredibly fast and every single product they provided was absolute perfection.
Halle N., a year ago
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Katherine Beth Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hi Friends! I am SO happy you're here! You're in the thick of planning! If you want to spend your day savoring, being with your people more than taking the perfect insta photo, and can't wait to dive into life with your partner - I am your GAL! You'll look back on your day seeing the emotion, the connections, and the still moments that you were present for, with me as your photographer. I also am a pair for those who consider themselves "awkward" or "doesn't like themselves in photos." With my guidance, attention to detail and direction, we are a pair! I would love to hear about your day to see if we're a fit! Can't wait to hear from you!

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We were completely overwhelmed when we saw our wedding pictures! The photos' color, clarity, and authenticity perfectly capture what we remember of the day. There are also great shots of things we didn't remember, like us canoodling in the venue's background. We felt like Katherine was part of our wedding party, not just a vendor. She was great at directing us for group photos, ensuring everyone was in the right spot without feeling rushed. She is funny and a total photography pro, and now we want her to take all of our images. By the end of the wedding, we had friends asking for her information and complimenting her left and right. She helped everyone stick to the timeline, adjust clothing, engage children, and remind everyone to laugh, breathe, and smile!
Marghee K., a year ago
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The Brews Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hi, we’re The Brews — a husband and wife wedding photography team based in San Diego, California. We specialize in capturing wedding day celebrations with a timeless, candid, documentary-style approach. We’re drawn to natural light, authentic emotion, and the real moments that make your day uniquely yours.

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The Brews Photography was one of the greatest gifts we could have given ourselves on our wedding day. From the very beginning, they made us feel so cared for, supported, and genuinely excited throughout the entire process. Their warmth, calm energy, and professionalism made everything feel easy and natural, and we instantly knew we were in good hands. On our wedding day, they were so much more than photographers. They kept us grounded, helped us stay present, and created such a peaceful, joyful atmosphere around us. Every part of the day, from family photos and portraits to the quiet in-between moments felt effortless because of the way they guided everything with so much care and intention. What means the most to us is how beautifully they captured not just what the day looked like, but what it truly felt like. Looking through our photos brings us right back to every emotion, every laugh, every happy tear, and every little moment we never want to forget. When we received our gallery and films, we were completely overwhelmed in the best way. Every image felt timeless, emotional, and deeply personal. These are memories we will cherish for the rest of our lives, and we are endlessly grateful to have them documented so beautifully. If you’re looking for photographers who truly care about you, not just as clients, but as people and who will pour their hearts into telling your story, we cannot recommend The Brews Photography enough. Having them with us on our wedding day felt like having friends by our side, and we honestly could not imagine the day without them!
Morgan L., 2 months ago
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Wishwell Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Lakeside, CA
  • Offer

We're Toby & Lauren — a husband and wife photography and film team based in Vista, CA. Since 2010, we've had the privilege of capturing thousands of weddings together. We built Wishwell because we believe every couple deserves a luxury photo and video experience with a team that truly cares. We don't just show up on your wedding day — we walk with you through the entire journey, making sure you feel supported, seen, and celebrated every step of the way.

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Book Toby now!! He is such an amazing photographer and you will not be disappointed with his work! We have been lucky enough to have Toby shoot our engagement photos, wedding photos and maternity photos 5 years after our wedding. He still captures the most beautiful shots and will make you feel so comfortable! He will tell you exactly what to do and where to look and is open to any ideas you do have! Toby has also shot many of our close friends weddings and family pictures and they ALL had nothing but amazing things to say. Take one thing off your list and just book him!
Brianna B., 6 months ago
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Khoa Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hi there! I'm Khoa, a San Diego based wedding photographer who enjoys spending time with good people and road trips. I love all things weddings because witnessing couples' happiness brings me joy and fuels my creativity. I want to create photographs that can stand the test of time so couples can relive their day years from now and for generations to come.

We worked with Khoa for our wedding ceremony and reception and it was everything we wished for and more! As photographers ourselves, it takes a lot of trust to feel comfortable with another person doing the job. Khoa not only met our expectations but exceeded them and we recommend him highly to everyone. Not only did he make us feel so at ease, but he was so kind, patient, and professional. Khoa helped make our wedding day so effortless and we thank him greatly for that. From the minute he arrived, myself, my husband, and all of our loved ones felt so comfortable with Khoa. Thank you, Khoa, for everything - your professionalism, patience, great direction, photography knowledge, kindness, we could go on and on! We look forward to working with Khoa in the future. Don’t hesitate to find any other photographer – Khoa is THE ONE!
Kayla F., 2 years ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

I’m here to capture nostalgic memories and help you remember the emotions behind the photos. I love capturing those truly candid moments. The kind of photos that put you right back in the moment five, ten, fifty years later. I'm a Southern California based photographer that will travel wherever you want to document your love! I'm constantly exploring with laid-back couples that want to capture genuine moments about their relationship. When I'm not taking pictures, you can usually find me hanging out with my loved ones, hiking, watching sitcoms, or taking a spontaneous trip.

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Emily’s photography portfolio and aesthetic captured my attention, I just knew that my husband and I had to work with her. She captured our love, laughter, and happiness so beautifully. She made us feel comfortable and the session felt effortless, which I was worried about since we’ve never had professional photos taken before. She’s magical, please please work with her! You won’t be disappointed!
Natalia J., 2 years ago
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Love Story Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

We're Alan & Heidi, the husband-and-wife team behind Love Story Photography, who've had the honor of documenting love stories throughout San Diego for over 12 years. What started as a shared passion project has grown into something we never imagined – a thriving business built on genuine relationships, authentic storytelling, and the belief that every couple deserves beautiful wedding photography, regardless of their budget.

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My husband and I had a fantastic experience working with Alan from Love Story Photography for our Safari Park wedding! Soon after sending off our inquiry, we heard from Alan right away who scheduled a FaceTime call with us. Little did we know, he had his lovely wife, Heidi, join the call as well. We immediately felt their warmth and love, and were eager to book them as our wedding photographer and ceremony officiant! We had a great experience working with Alan prior to the wedding, as he was always so kind in answering any logistical and timeline questions we had. Having Alan and Heidi so in tune with each other really helped move the planning process along very well. They are true wedding experts and their guidance was instrumental to us! The morning of my wedding, I was a ball of nerves, I was late to my first look, and to top it all off, as soon as I got my wedding gown on, my maid of honor discovered there was a huge black spider on it, which freaked me out even more! But, before I even had a chance to lay eyes on the creepy spider, Alan was down on the floor, cupping it in his hands and eliminating it from the room. I think that was the moment I finally began to relax and let it sink in that I was in the best hands possible with Alan. I can't say enough great things about his talent and tact. He was organized and had many deadlines to meet to follow our timeline, but was still always kind and amicable to everyone who crossed his path. He delivered beautiful photos that had meaning to us, which had exactly the elements we wanted in terms of details, animals, and family and friend shots. I love the vibrancy and timelessness of the photos he produced. I can't recommend Alan and Heidi enough. You won't regret working with these two awesome and kind people. They are wonderful wedding vendors, and even greater humans!
Amanda G., a year ago
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Kayla.Ash Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA
  • Offer

Hi there! I'm Kayla, and I'm so glad you're here! I've spent the past six years capturing love, beauty, and joy across Southern California. Photography has been my passion since I was five, and turning it into a career has been the most rewarding journey. One of my clients shared: "The pictures came out beautiful and had my mom in tears. Kayla made us all feel so comfortable and beautiful. I highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again." If you’re looking for someone to capture your special moments, I’d love to help you create memories that last a lifetime!

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Kayla was absolutely amazing to work with! From the moment she arrived, her sweet and bubbly personality made everyone feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She captured our wedding day so beautifully…every emotion, every moment, and all the little details we might have missed in the chaos of the day. I’m so obsessed with her flat lays and how she incorporated our special keepsakes. I had mentioned wanting my colors to really pop, and she captured them perfectly! Her eye for detail is incredible, and she somehow managed to make every photo feel natural yet timeless. The turnaround time was so quick… we received a sneak peek soon after the wedding, which made us even more excited for the full gallery. Kayla also brought along a second shooter who was just as wonderful, and together they didn’t miss a single moment. We’re beyond grateful to have these photos to look back on forever. I couldn’t recommend Kayla enough to any couple looking for someone who not only takes beautiful photos but also brings such warmth and joy to their day.
Lilli D., 9 months ago
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Jessica Paige Photo Co 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Lakeside, CA
  • Offer

📍SoCal + Beyond 📸 Creating Immersive & Editorial Wedding Photos. AKA: Photos that make you FEEL like you were there when you look back at them & photos fit for a magazine. 🔥For ANTI-trend lovers of intention & style. AKA: Those who value personal details over trends.

Jessica’s work is an absolute 100000/10. My husband and I found Jessica’s photography page at the beginning of our wedding planning process. Jessica continuously made herself available to share insight w/ us throughout the process that has always been exceptionally helpful. Jessica provided us with the most beautiful engagement photos. So of course our wedding photos were stunning!! Jessica truly took the most breathtaking and beautiful wedding photo! I can’t recommend Jessica enough! These photos will always bring me right back to these moments.
Kyrha S., 8 months ago
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Chasing Light Photo & Film 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Chasing Light | Photo & Video is a San Diego-based wedding photography and videography team devoted to capturing the real moments that make a wedding unforgettable. The quiet glances, the uncontrollable laughter, the tears during a first look—these are the moments that matter most. With a documentary-style approach, the team focuses on preserving the genuine emotion and natural beauty of each couple’s story as it unfolds. Russ and Clara, a husband-and-wife team with more than a decade of experience documenting weddings together. Their shared passion for storytelling allows them to see moments from both an artistic and emotional perspective.

From our first conversation, we knew Chasing Light Photo & Film was the right choice for us. Russ made us feel so comfortable on our wedding day with his energy, humor, and clear direction throughout the shoot. He had a wonderful vision for every shot, including all the small details that I totally forgot to ask for, but am so thankful to have lol! His work is beautiful and tasteful, and he was so good at keeping things running smooth the entire time. We are so grateful to be able to have such incredible photos to remember our special day. We also really appreciated the engagement shoot that was included in the package. Because of personal logistics, we actually couldn't do the shoot until two weeks out from wedding day. But I ended up so thankful as everything felt so familiar and fresh on the day of! And as a plus we had even more incredible photos to enjoy! We highly recommend Chasing Light Photo & Film to any couple looking for a photo team that is friendly, funny, and genuinely talented at what they do.
Jenae M., 3 months ago
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Natalia Bareka Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

To me, capturing the moments of your wedding day is not only about making photos. It is about seeing your love in every single detail. The way you look, smile, touch and hold each other’s hands are those tiny things that help me portray the story of your big love without any words being said.

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Natalia , she’s a great photographer with an amazing eye for unique shots. Her photography tells a story and on our courthouse wedding day, her photography truly showed a beautiful perspective. She communicates great; and delivers the gallery very timely. She’s professional and a pleasure to work with. I will definitely be using her again for future life events !
Samantha T., 5 months ago
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Jenni Summer Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Jenni Summer Studios specializes in dreamy, intimate destination weddings, portraits and fashion editorials through fine art imagery & editorial story-telling. Headquarters in Southern California. Available in San Diego & Colorado with no travel fee. Available worldwide for travel & destination weddings.

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Jenni and her team did a phenomenal job capturing our wedding day. We felt so comfortable from the moment we first met with her and that definitely translated to how easy it felt taking direction from her for our wedding day photos. Her team took time to get to know us and figure out what we were comfortable with so it felt natural (we're not the most comfortable in front of the camera but somehow she figured out how to get those sweet in the moment shots without it feeling forced!). The photos turned out stunning. From the formal portraits to our mountain top vows to the sweetest candids she captured of me and my dad and my adorable nieces and nephews there’s seriously so many amazing photos to choose from. I also appreciated how organized she was with our formal portrait list keeping it quick and everyone ready to move through those as soon as possible. Cannot recommend her enough. Thank you so much Jenni! We absolutely could not dream of better photos!
Laurel G., 2 years ago
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Enlightened Scorpio Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

PHOTOGRAPHER/DRONE PILOT - Katie Doner - Drawn to the arts since I was young, my passion continued into college, where I studied for my BA in Fine Arts. My love of photography found me unexpectedly in high school. I fell in love with every aspect of it. You can find me traveling the world, surfing or photographing beauty & love wherever I find it. PHOTOGRAPHER-Joey Licata  As a child, I dabbled with my mom’s film camera, and my interest in the craft never waned. Following years of graduate work, I taught myself photography. My camera grants me freedom and joy. Behind its lens, I observe and find beauty in the unscripted, capturing raw emotion

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I have nothing but great things to say! Katie was both personable and professional with both of our family photo shoots! She really went the extra mile by scouting out gorgeous places to take photos and having us meet her at the best time of day for lighting. My son was only 2, and she had so many great tricks up her sleeve to make him smile! She also had the perfect mix of a calm demeanor and an excited tone that made my son enjoy the experience! She got the photos back to us in such a timely fashion and her website was really easy to navigate. I get SO many compliments on the photos and they are my favorite ones that my family has ever taken! Thank you Katie!!
Ashley P., a year ago
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MJMaiden Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lakeside, 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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MJ did our engagement photo shoot exactly how we visioned and exceeded our expectations! We felt so comfortable with her guiding us with poses and finding places on the site to take photos! She gave us a questionnaire before the photo shoot to know what our vision was and she nailed it! She even played music by our favorite artists to help us let loose and have fun! She sent over 50 sneak peak photos just two days after the photo shoot and they’re beautifully edited! I highly recommend booking her for your next photo shoot! She’s fast at responding and very professional!
Marina C., 2 years ago
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Katie Clare Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,875
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

I would love to connect more with you at katieclarephotos. com! I was raised in Northern California and was drawn to photography in middle school and would enter photos of our family pets or family backpacking trips in our local county fair. My passion for photography grew while working as a hiking guide in Yosemite National Park. I mean… who wouldn’t want a stunning photo of Half Dome? El Capitan? Yosemite Falls? But it has been photographing wedding and couples that I find the most fun and rewarding. I strive to visually capture the “spirit” of my subjects and record an emotional memory of the occasion.

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100/10, one million stars, cannot recommend enough!!! We absolutely loved working with Katie from the moment we first met to take engagement photos. She was super friendly and made us feel very comfortable right away. For two camera shy people who felt out of their element going into professional photos, we were amazed at how quickly we got the gallery back and at how beautiful every single shot turned out. Our initial experience translated into an amazing wedding day with Katie. She was so helpful and communicative leading up to the big day and helping coordinate timelines, shot lists, etc. and did amazing adhering to everything we planned. Her guidance was incredible - she helped us achieve poses and photos that felt so natural and romantic and was our #1 hype girl all day/night. Our wedding party and family had nothing but amazing things to say about their interactions with her throughout the day and we were so happy to have her celebrate with us! The wedding gallery came back right on time and was extensive. We are so happy with the amount of photos we got back, the editing, the organized gallery, the quality - everything was perfect! We are so grateful for the hard work that Katie put in to create our most cherished memories and you won’t regret going with her as your photographer! We love you Katie!!
Kiana D., 4 months ago
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Ben Straily Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hey there, I'm Ben! I believe photography is not just about clicking the shutter at the right moment. It's about capturing the essence of a moment, the emotion, the feeling, and the story behind it. My style is all about telling stories of love, laughter, tears, joy, and all the beautiful chaos in between. Just like your wedding day, every photo shoot is a unique, amazing, and important experience. That's why I pour my heart and soul into creating and capturing the special moments that make each photo shoot memorable. I'm not just taking pictures, I'm crafting narratives. We're not just making photos, we're making memories.

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We had a wonderful experience with Ben as our photographer! The day started out very stormy & rainy & it was a little chaotic with getting the wedding party from place to place but Ben did an awesome job getting great shots during the rain storm before the ceremony. After the rain cleared up, we were also able to get beautiful shots in the courtyard, all our family photos, & even sunset photos with some time to hang out with our guests during cocktail hour! Throughout the whole reception Ben & the photographers were awesome with all of our guests & with us! Ben asked us if it would be ok to pull us away for some quick rain photos & he ended up getting the most amazing shot ever (had to upload a compressed version)! Overall would 50000% recommended anyone to book Ben for their wedding (or any event) photography!
Flowreen S., 6 months ago
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Jalea Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hey there! I'm Linda. San Diego wedding and portrait photographer. I've been photographing weddings for 8 years and have loved every minute of it. I'd love to chat with you and share how I can help you get the best possible images on your special day while giving you a great experience.

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Jalea Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our first conversation, Linda and her team were easy to communicate with, attentive to our needs, and incredibly nice throughout the entire process. Their amazing photography skills and great value were evident in the beautiful, high-quality images they captured that perfectly documented every special moment of our wedding. Linda's talent as a photographer was clear as she was able to capture every important moment, going above and beyond to ensure we have stunning photos to cherish for a lifetime. We are thrilled with the results and cannot recommend Jalea Photography enough!
Nadia C., 2 years ago
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Darling Darlene Photography 
Rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hi, my name is Daniela Darlene! I'm a new mom, and I'm married to the best hubby out there 💛 I've been photographing weddings for a few years now. By each passing year, I fall more in love with them! Can't wait to meet ya!

Awarded Best of Zola
Thank you for being our FAMILY photographer for being present at some of our life’s most important special moments. We really love you, you mean so much to our family. We always smile when we plan a photo shoot with you because of how special it will be. Always professional, on time and overall deliver!!!! Gigi loves ya! :-)
Alondra R., 4 years ago
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Carlsbad Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

I’ve been happily married for almost 27 years. I have three awesome sons. My parakeets Kiwi and Sparky are very social, meaning very loud! Champagne (maybe that’s why I love weddings) and sushi lover here! Photography has been my passion ever since my dad gave me my first film camera and introduced me to the dark room at age of 10. I lived in Japan for 12 years, and even performed on a stage there. I’m always up for a great road trip! I love tuna fishing. I love hats and want to wear them everyday (over 20 hats in my collection). I’ve been shooting beautiful weddings for almost 10 years. I secretly cry at every wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've never been so excited to review somebody in my entire life!!! We were so lucky to have Irina as our photographer. I cannot say enough how important it is that your photographer on your wedding day is just as wonderful as a person as she is a professional at what she does. A good photographer makes you feel comfortable and effortless behind the camera. Posing parents, siblings, wedding parties, flower girls, ring bearers, and the bride and groom coming together perfectly in a crazy short amount of time? You feel like it’s IMPOSSIBLE. It’s not! I’ve heard that weddings are always not on time. The truth is it’s more worth. The rings may be forgotten, the very important guest is being extremely late, and a lot of other reasons. Irina was super patient, she captured each and every photo I wanted without me even having to make sure that she did it. Her creativity, eye for perfection, and professionalism are unbelievable. The wedding day does by so fast, and it's important to have all the moments captured. My now husband and I could not have chosen a better photographer. Everyone at the wedding was talking about how great our photographer was. Irina introduced herself to every guest and family member at the wedding and made sure she got every guests’ picture which we are so grateful! We had so many out of state guests and wanted to remember every moment with them on our best day. If you are looking for pricing that makes sense, photographer who cares about the quality, your happiness on your wedding day, and feeling confident throughout that entire day and every time you look at pictures afterwards, then look no further!
Kirsten and C., 5 years ago
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Madeline Jacobus Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Madeline Jacobus is a San Diego–based wedding photographer known for her warm personality, artistic eye, and ability to capture the moments that make your day truly unforgettable. She specializes in candid storytelling, emotional portraits, and beautifully intentional detail shots that help you relive the magic for years to come. Madeline brings a fun, calming presence to every wedding day, ensuring you feel comfortable, celebrated, and fully yourselves in front of the camera. Her goal is simple: to document your story in a way that feels honest, timeless, and deeply meaningful.

Awarded Best of Zola
Madeline Jacobus Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From the very first interaction, Madeline's communication was timely, kind, and respectful. Her photography skills are truly brilliant - the final images were high quality and had an editorial look that we loved. Madeline was early to her call time and went above and beyond, not only in her photography duties but also by stepping in to help wherever she saw someone needed it. She is sooooo thoughtful and generous, and really goes the extra mile for her clients. We feel so lucky to have had Madeline capture our special day, and you will not regret hiring her for your wedding - she's amazing!
Sadie L., 8 months ago
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Paige Hill Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lakeside, CA

Hi! I’m Paige Hill — a San Diego-based wedding photographer with a heart for storytelling, a love for romance, and 12+ years behind the camera. With 200+ weddings captured across the U.S., my style is genuine, joyful, and deeply connected. I believe photography should feel effortless and true to you—like stills from your favorite romantic comedy or the lyrics to your favorite love song. I’m here for the real, joy-filled moments that feel beautifully and authentically you.

We were thrilled with our choice of Paige Hill Photography for our wedding day. From start to finish, Paige's communication was clear and straightforward, which made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. She has a natural gift for directing poses without making them feel stiff or awkward, and her cheerful energy brought so much joy to our day—our guests and family loved her presence. The photos turned out beautifully and captured every special moment we wanted to remember. She delivered our full gallery on time and included so many shots that we couldn't believe how much she had documented. Paige is 100% worth it, and we'd recommend her to any couple in a heartbeat.
Vy N., a month ago

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