The Best Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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Fior Fine Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Oakland, 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 are beyond grateful to Fior Photo for capturing our wedding day so beautifully. From start to finish, the experience was seamless, professional, and genuinely enjoyable. They made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera, which truly shows in every photo. The attention to detail and ability to capture authentic, emotional moments was incredible. Every image tells the story of our day — the big, joyful celebrations and the quiet, meaningful glances. Looking through our gallery brings back all the love and excitement as if we’re reliving it all over again. If you’re looking for a photographer who is talented, reliable, and an absolute pleasure to work with, we wholeheartedly recommend Fior Photo. We couldn’t be happier with our photos!
Christopher, 5 months ago
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Te Dua Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Oakland, 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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Hayley is wonderful! So talented, captured our day so authentically and created a video that matched the style I was looking for perfectly. Extremely professional, sweet and helpful. She made the whole experience so seamless and it shows how happy we were that day! She is super responsive, receptive and is clearly such a pro. She truly captured everything and really put us at ease while filming :)
Sheila G., a year ago
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Loes Takes Clips 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Oakland, 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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Lightfall Imagery 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • 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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We hired Vic to take our engagements and we could not be happier. She took the most STUNNING photos of my fiancé and I, and on top of the incredible photos she was such a joy to work with! She helped us to feel so comfortable around her and we laughed throughout the whole shoot. I cannot recommend her enough!!
Fallan, a year ago
Weddings by Katherine Marchand 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000

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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C Wagner Photography & Design LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000

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 captured our elopement in November 2024 at Timber Cove Inn. Since this was a second wedding for both of us, and was very small (just us and our kids) we wanted to keep things simple, focusing on the beauty of the landscape with a simple, sweet ceremony. Cherlyn absolutely nailed it - she captured the vibe we were going for perfectly and the photos are absolutely stunning! I could not be happier with the photos and the experience as a whole. She made us so comfortable and that led to great photos where we look at ease, which is just how we felt.
Kristin B., 2 years ago
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Reenie Raschke Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $500

Thirty years documenting our beautiful people, from set up portraiture to long lens candids. I know how to tell a moving and beautiful story. The wonderful part of living in the Bay Area is the diversity I experience and the divine rituals we share as a people. I've traveled to many countries to collect these precious moments. My heart is enormous, my prices still quite reasonable.

Reenie has been photographing our family for years. We booked her to shoot my daughters beautiful ranch wedding in AR. We couldn’t have been more pleased.View her stunning reviews of weddings, portraiture and other events on her website WWW.reenieimages.com
Kim D., 6 months ago
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Olivia Smartt Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Want a trusted, unobtrusive, thoughtful pro photographer friend on your wedding day? Someone to capture the way the wedding FEELS as well as it looks. A little direction during portrait time, a little leadership during family portraits, and near invisibility all other times? I think you’re onto something. I’m in. What's exciting? What’s important? What's confusing? Let’s sit down for a discovery meeting and I’ll ask, listen, lay out options, and share suggestions. I want to learn about you. I'm on your team 100% before, during, and after your wedding. Bonus: I've shot 400+ practice weddings before yours and I absolutely LOVE what I do!

We found Olivia to be a wonderful, skilled photographer! Her eye for composition is creative, yet she demonstrated the connectiveness of us as a couple. The one thing that stands out is how Olivia totally put us at ease by using innovative ways to relax us as we were posing. She had us, as we were holding a position close to each other, to tell each other 3 things we love and appreciate about each other. This of course brought smiles and was totally relaxing and sincere. She made us so relaxed and comfortable . As a result , the photos look completely natural. We actually became engaged the afternoon, immediately after these photos were taken. She made the moment so relaxing and magical. It was serendipity. I recommend her highly, and will be spreading the word amongst my friends and contacts. We will treasure these photos forever.
Michael M., 3 years ago
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Pat Mazzera Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500

Offbeat Photography with a Narrative Twist. I've been having fun photographing weddings for over 18 years. I find the excitement, nervousness, love, and joy inspiring to create great photographs that tell a story. I have been in love with photography since I've been a kid. Since then I have photographed actors, film directors, authors, and some very unique characters that have informed my perspective on life.

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Pat is awesome!! We had a large tea party/picnic wedding in the park and I swear she was everywhere at once. Pat takes amazing photos and is also very kind. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer
Sage, 2 months ago
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Amanda Goldsmith Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

I’ve been photographing weddings for five years, mostly on film. My background in art, landscape architecture, and graphic design shapes how I approach photographing weddings, from light and composition to the details that make each wedding unique. For me, wedding photography is about being present and noticing fleeting, meaningful, and joyful moments as well as the elements that give your day its character. I move through the day with curiosity, joy, and care, letting it unfold naturally so the images feel soulful, expressive, and alive.

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From the moment we first spoke with Amanda, her relaxed, funny, and warm personality instantly put us at ease. She is the perfect blend of professional and personable - Amanda fit right in with our friends and family on the wedding day, and somehow was everywhere at once to capture all the little moments we didn't even get to see. She is pure magic when it comes to capturing candid moments. The photos she delivered are truly artful, timeless, and beautifully document our special day. We couldn't be happier with our wedding photos, and highly recommend Amanda to any couple looking for a talented, personable wedding photographer who uses film as a main tool of documentation.
Chelsea, 9 months ago
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Ditto Dianto Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000

I'm a fine art wedding photographer based in Northern California and beyond. After discovering my love for photography, I always knew I wanted to become a full time wedding photographer. I am so fortunate to call this my job for over five years! My photography work often describe as romantic, soft, bright and natural that lend itself from my love of film look and fine art. When I'm not behind the camera or editing the latest wedding, you can find me spending time with my wife and our two Tabbies. I would absolutely love to get to know you and be your photographer!

Ditto and his assistant showed up early and started taking amazing photos right off the bat. The pre-wedding communication was timely. He was easy to work with and brought calm energy to a day when stress can permeate the fun out of it. We immediately received a high volume, beautiful sneak peak the evening after the wedding which was a fun surprise and a great way to start our honeymoon admiring the gorgeous photos. If you are considering Ditto Diante Photography for your wedding, I would highly recommend him.
Mariah O., 2 years ago
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KLES Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Offer

KLES Photography captures timeless weddings, courthouse elopements, and engagements across the Bay Area with bold, true to life storytelling imagery. Based near Oakland and Alameda, we focus on authentic connection, emotional moments, and creating a relaxed experience that allows couples to feel comfortable, present, and genuinely themselves in front of the camera.

I loved the communication from Kindra, also meeting her was a positive experience. She was warm, friendly and kind. She chose a great location and the session was smooth. I like that she asked if there were any poses we wanted and incorporated the ones I wanted with some guidance.
Stephany O., 2 months ago
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Nightingale Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Oakland, CA

Hi, I'm Christina Hernandez, and I am passionate about emotional, documentary photography. After working 15 years as a staff photojournalist at the San Francisco Chronicle, I've taken my years of experience to create rich, memorable images for my couples. My goal is to create a photo gallery that tells YOUR story. You are unique and your images should be, too. I cry at weddings. I can't help it! I get emotionally invested and I won't apologize for it. It allows me to get into the zone where I am completely immersed in the moment and I strive to make images that reflect that. I love being inspired by new locations, and I go with the flow.

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I love working with Christina from Nightingale! She is fun, knowledgeable, very understanding of ones vision and overall talented. I highly recommend her!
Diana Dorsey, 6 years ago
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Madelyn & Andrea Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400

We’re a San Francisco Bay Area couple and photo team who capture love stories that endure. We craft artistic photos through a cinematic lens and love collaborating with our clients to create photos that are as meaningful as they are visually compelling.

I can’t put into words how amazing Madelyn and Andrea were to work with! From the first consultation call to the day of the photoshoot, every interaction was pleasant. Their team is one of a kind - attentive to detail, flexible, knowledgeable and truly makes you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. During our consultation call, I expressed the vibe we were going for and Madelyn truly helped bring that to life. She offered advice for potential places to shoot at, what colors would look good in front of the camera and even timing to get the best shots. To top it off, everyone that we’ve shared our maternity photos with are always in awe of how natural and gorgeous the shots were! I can’t recommend them enough, I promise you won’t regret it. These are memories that my husband and I will cherish for a lifetime, thank you so much to this AMAZING team for being a part of our journey!
Jessica, 5 months ago
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Jessica Monroy Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Classic style

Jessica Monroy Photography is a wedding photography business based in Oakland, California. She believes every wedding is special and unique and that every couple deserves incredible and stunning wedding photographs. She also knows that wedding photography is far more than photos; it’s about family history and building those beautiful memories for generations to remember. She offers her clients stunning and gorgeous wedding photography they can cherish for a lifetime.

We absolutely loved working with Jessica! Many people told us: you're going to spend most of your wedding day with your photographer. It was for that reason that we felt so confident hiring her for both our engagement shoot and wedding day. She helped us feel at ease and delivered exactly what we were looking for. Actually, she didn't just deliver; she truly nailed it and went above and beyond what we could have ever asked for. I don't think I can even put into words how incredible she is!!!!
Julie R., 8 months ago
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Patrick D Hughes Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Oakland, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $999

As a passionate wedding photographer based in Oakland, I capture the raw emotions and cherished moments of your special day, crafting timeless images that tell your unique love story. With a keen eye for detail and a natural ability to capture candid moments, I strive to create a relaxed and enjoyable experience for you and your loved ones, ensuring your wedding photos are as unforgettable as the day itself.

It was a pleasure to work with Patrick. We had our wedding at the Berkeley City Club. I told him our specific needs and he was willing to make it work for us. He really captured our special day for us. Nice mix of candid moments and posed family photos.
Jasmine, a year ago
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Naian Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Oakland, 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
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A Perfect Impression 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves Oakland, 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.

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From the moment we booked A Perfect Impression for our wedding, their communication was excellent. They provided a clear framework for how they would work with us, but were also very flexible in accommodating our needs. The photographers were polite, punctual, and checked in regularly to ensure everything was going smoothly. On the day of the wedding, they were a joy to have around - their positive energy and low-stress approach helped keep us calm. Most importantly, the photos they captured were absolutely stunning. They truly listened to our wants and used their expertise to get amazing shots that perfectly encapsulated our special day. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend A Perfect Impression to any couple looking for talented, professional wedding photographers.
Katy W., 5 months ago
Twentythreeninteen 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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Working with Kin Photography was such a joy from start to finish. Kin responded quickly to all our questions and gave us clear guidance every step of the way, making the whole process feel easy and stress-free. On our wedding day, Kin had an amazing ability to keep the energy high and came up with creative poses that made us feel relaxed in front of the camera. The photos themselves are stunning—tasteful and romantic in a way that perfectly captures who we are as a couple. We're already planning to book him for our future milestones because we trust them completely with our most important moments. Kin is exactly the kind of photographer you want by your side on your wedding day.
Genevieve D., a month 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 Oakland, 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.

We were blown away by Adam! We truly felt he went above and beyond for our wedding. I could go on and on but the whole process from start to finish was seamless and Adam’s years of experience were very apparent. From the creative direction he offered while posing us/our wedding party to the candid moments captured, you’d never believe he shot our wedding single-handedly. Adam’s hilarious and kept the mood light which was a huge plus. Amazingly, he had all our photos returned to us within 48 hours of the wedding and they were stunning. Can’t recommend him more!
Rose H., 5 months ago
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Jenna Salvagin Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Oakland, 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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Moments By Madz 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Oakland, 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.

From our first conversation with Maddie at Moments By Madz, I knew I had found our photographer. She got back to us right away every single time we reached out, which made the whole planning process smooth and stress-free. On our wedding day, Maddie was organized and got our large family photos done with ease while directing us to get the perfect shot every time. Her work is stunning and professional, and honestly we're obsessed with her photos. She made everything feel so easy and comfortable, and we loved every moment working with her. We would hire her again in a heartbeat!
Courtland K., 24 days ago
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Meraki Art 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Oakland, 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.

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We had Shuhan as our wedding photographer, and let me tell you, she was absolutely amazing! From the get-go, her friendly and smiling personality made us feel like we were hanging out with a good friend rather than just working with a vendor. She just has such a great vibe! What really blew us away was the effort she put into getting the perfect shots. She wasn’t afraid to climb up on stuff or lie down on the ground to get just the right angle. It was clear she’s super dedicated to making every photo spectacular. And the results? Wow. The photos came out beautifully—each one really captured the emotions and excitement of the day. We’re so thankful for her amazing work; she truly made our wedding memories even more special. If you need a wedding photographer who's both talented and super fun to work with, Shuhan is your person!
Matthew C., 2 years ago