The Best Wedding Photographers in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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Madison Wilson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • Offer

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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We are absolutely thrilled with our experience with Madison! From the moment we met, she was incredibly friendly and easy to talk to. She made the whole process feel so natural and enjoyable, which was so important on such a big day. Not only was she professional, but she went above and beyond in ways we didn’t expect. For example, when I was struggling to pin something to my dress, she immediately jumped in to help—something totally outside her job description, but she did it with a smile and made sure everything was perfect. It was those little thoughtful gestures that truly set her apart. And of course, the photos are nothing short of stunning! We absolutely love her style and the way she uses color. She made sure to capture every important moment, and we now have beautiful memories to cherish forever. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for not just a photographer, but someone who genuinely cares about making your day perfect.
Lauren G., a year ago
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The California Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • Offer

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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The communication before the wedding was clear and professional, which gave me so much peace of mind. On the day itself, they handled everything with calm and grace, even when the schedule got hectic. The final photos are crisp, colorful, and full of joy. The video makes me feel like I’m back in that moment every time.
Lizbet R., a year ago
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PKA Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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We were thrilled with PKA Photography for our wedding photos. Kate, LaRon, and Mia were so friendly, accommodating, and professional throughout the whole process. Their communication style made us feel at ease on our big day. The quality of their work is simply stunning - they perfectly captured all the special moments and smallest details of our wedding with their artistic eye and skill. We are overjoyed with our wedding album and can't stop looking through the beautiful, vibrant photos that help us relive our special day. Thank you PKA Photography for preserving our memories so incredibly! Kate, LaRon, and Mia are truly talented and we'd highly recommend them to any couple looking for amazing wedding photography.
Kathy, 2 years ago
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True Photography & Video 
Rating: 4.8 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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True Photography & Video was an outstanding choice for our wedding photography and videography. From the very beginning, their communication was incredibly clear and they stayed on top of any changes or updates to our timeline. On the day of the wedding, the photographers were friendly, professional, and captured all the special moments beautifully. The quality of the photos and video footage was truly outstanding, and they provided a quick turnaround so we could enjoy the memories right away. We are so happy to have had their awesome teams there to capture our special day, and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking for top-notch photography and videography services.
Anita C., 10 months ago
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Katherine Beth Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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Katherine was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer! She arrived on time, was very friendly and has an approachable demeanor. I mentioned to her that I was expecting at the time of the wedding photoshoot which she took into much consideration by making sure we took breaks in-between and offered me water throughout the entire event. She was very patient with all of us and we fell in love with her work, we hope we get the chance of working with her for family photos in the future!
Eleanor B., a year ago
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The Brews Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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There are truly just not enough words for how grateful we are for Hailey and David. We spent a long time trying to find the perfect wedding photographer and the minute we spoke to Hailey on the phone we knew we had found the one with The Brews Photography. Hailey made the whole process from start to finish easy. She was always available to respond to emails, phone calls, and answer any questions. We are beyond happy with how beautiful our engagement and wedding photos turned out! Just the overall experience was perfect and truly exceptional. Hailey and David are fun to be around and make you feel really comfortable in front of the camera. There was no awkward moments when taking photos with them. We got our entire wedding album edited and delivered on time. We will be cherishing our wedding photos for the rest of our lives!!!
Alison T., a year ago
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Wishwell Inc. 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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Toby Ogden Photography & Film was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our very first interaction, Toby was prompt, polite and clear in his communication, putting us at ease right away. The quality of his work is simply stunning - the photo quality is unreal, and he has such a creative and expert eye for capturing all the little moments that made our day so special. Toby knew exactly how to guide us through the process without any awkward or forced photos. I was so impressed with him that I would use Toby for any special event in the future. He truly helped make our wedding day even more perfect than we could have imagined.
Lindsay H., a year ago
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Khoa Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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 found Khoa after searching through dozens of photographers in SD County. We planned to have an elopement at the County Clerk's office and wanted someone to be able to capture the intimate moments of the day very artfully since we wouldn't have a big wedding or any guests. Khoa had excellent communication, was very professional, and made our day even more special by agreeing to be our witness. In a way, he brought me a lot of comfort since we didn't have any friends or family there. My now husband and I rarely take photos even for socials or anything personal and are super awkward in front of the camera, but Khoa provided just enough guidance and direction that it felt very natural posing for the camera without it feeling like an entire production or feeling too stiff. I really appreciated that he asked us what we prefer the focus environment should be-- whether its architecture or nature, to ensure that he captures the vibe we were looking for. He delivered the final products very quickly and his post edits were beautiful-- the colors, light, and balance of us and the backdrops were absolutely stunning. I highly recommend his service to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Emilie, a year ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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 was truly a dream to work with during our engagement session. From brainstorming photo locations to fit with the theme of our wedding, to outfit inspiration, to timing to utilize the best lighting... she was on top of it all. We were blown away by the quality of our photos, both on film and digital. We had such variety of photos to choose from (settings, poses, lighting, angles) etc. One of our biggest insecurities was looking comfortable in front of the camera and not too "posed". Emily was wonderful a guiding us behind the camera and giving us prompts to make the photos feel natural and genuine. I cannot recommend her enough! Plus, we wanted to incorporate our new puppy into the photoshoot and Emily gave us all the tips and guidance to make sure that went smoothly! The extra photos with the pup are just perfect!
Kate & S., a year ago
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Love Story Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,699
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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 is incredible! She was thoughtful and supportive throughout the entire session and just an overall good human. Her creative touch to our photos was perfect. She captured my partner and I perfectly. The photos were stunning and took my breath away. She was willing to work with some of our quirky ideas and change locations and outfits. If you are looking for a photographer for engagement or wedding, she will make you shine through her photos :)
Nicole D., 8 months ago
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Chasing Light Photo & Film 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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.

Truly the best experience with Russ and Clara! From our engagement shoot a year before our wedding, where Clara took stunning photos by the beach, to this March where Russ and his team came to the desert for photo and video, we could not have been happier. Photoshoots can be daunting if you're not used to them, especially with poses that feel awkward, but they make you feel so comfortable and the poses don't come out awkward once captured. When it comes to wedding day, Chasing Light is such a well oiled machine. They know what shots will be perfect and keeps everything on schedule. The photos came back SO quickly and friends and family couldn't stop commenting about how great they all turned out to be. Then comes the video and it's so special to relive everything. You get allllll the content, not just selects or highlights. It was such an advantage working with the same team that does your engagement shoot and wedding day of content because a relationship and trust forms over that time. I honestly could not recommend Chasing Light enough. If you care about your photos and videos, it's a no brainer to book Chasing Light!
Nicole L., 3 months ago
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Natalia Bareka Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Bareka Photography was an exceptional choice for our wedding photographer. From the moment we first spoke, Natalia was immediately responsive, accurate in her communication, and precise in her understanding of our vision. On the day of our wedding, she contributed to our special day with incredible patience and grace, taking the time to capture every moment with an eye for sharp details and accurate color in the photos. The emotional impact of the final images exceeded our expectations - Natalia truly reached for the high bar we set and delivered photos that are even more amazing than we could have hoped for. We are thrilled with the work Natalia provided and would highly recommend her to any couple looking for a talented, professional photographer to document their wedding day.
Shayna, 2 years ago
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Jenni Summer Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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What can I say? Jenni is a humble and kind person. She does her best at her job. 100% professional. My husband and I had our first meeting with Jenni and we felt a match with her quickly. Afterwards we had our fall engagement pictures. We had the best pics ever ! everyone told us what beautiful pics we had, and many good comments from everyone. Jenni and her team do their best at what they do, they are very professional. My husband and I felt very comfortable and happy to have been able to do this process with her and her team. I trust on her 100%!!! Their packages are really good. My husband and I decided to do both photography and videography with them and it was the best decision. If you are looking for a photographer or videographer you have the right person here! You will not regret it! My husband and I love our pics and our friends and family told us what a great photographer we had! We can never be thankful enough for everything Jenni did for us on our special day. Jenni BIG thanks for everything you did for us! Laura & Nathan Lehman
Laura Liliana L., 2 years ago
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Enlightened Scorpio Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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Black Hat Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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 very nice to work with since the beginning. He is very kind and professional and just does a great job without adding any stress. He provided some portfolios of previous work he had done, which were very photo journalistic, not just the posed shots, and we knew he was the one! He definitely has an eye for placement, reflections, and catching people’s authenticity. He spent the whole wedding day with us, from getting ready all the way till the sparkler exit. I never even saw him take a break. He even ran with us to get some sunset photos at a nearby vineyard while guests were having dinner. He even got some good shots of everyone on the dance floor without being too in your face, I didn’t even notice he was there! We got all of the photos we wanted and more. Eduardo definitely doesn’t treat his clients as a number, he understands the importance of the day and ensures that he captures it in a way that tells the story of the day. Highly recommend Eduardo for your photography needs!
Julie B., a year ago
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MJMaiden Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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We booked MJMaiden Photography and MJ was friendly, calm, easy-going and her communication style put us at ease. She was prompt, professional, and delivered beautiful photos that perfectly captured our special day. MJ adapted to the fact that our entire wedding party wasn't present at the same time, she was patient with photo requests, and she helped everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We would totally recommend working with her!
Nicole, a year ago
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Katie Clare Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,875
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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From the moment we first reached out to Katie Clare Photography, we were impressed by their prompt, friendly, and personalized communication style. On the day of our wedding, Katie and her team were incredibly organized and talented, seamlessly capturing all the special moments without ever being intrusive. During our engagement shoot, Katie made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera, which translated to beautiful, natural-looking photos. And on our wedding day, she was able to get all the perfect shots without ever being in the way. We are thrilled with the final photos and would highly recommend Katie Clare Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience!!
Danielle, a year ago
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Ben Straily Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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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Linda did our wedding photos and she did an amazing job. We went over everything in detail before the big day to make us feel comfortable and ready. She scoped out the venue before hand and was able to take us to some great photo spots during the day. Our wedding day was very sunny and we were tight on time, but Linda still made sure to get all the shots we wanted and they look amazing. She was so nice and helpful and very affordable for the quality of photos. We will definitely go to her for anniversary for family photos in the future!
Joni H., 2 months ago
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Darling Darlene Photography 
Rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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!

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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 Rancho Santa Fe, 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.

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It's not often that you come across a wedding photographer who can capture the essence of the day as perfectly as Irina did for us. The creativity and fun that she brought to the wedding were palpable, making her a hit with everyone who attended. It's clear that Irina has a natural talent for photography, which was evidenced by her ability to capture every detail of the wedding flawlessly. From the table settings to the rings to the families, Irina was able to capture every moment with a level of skill and expertise that is truly spectacular. It's not easy to capture the joy and love that are present at a wedding, but Irina did it effortlessly, resulting in a set of photographs that truly capture the essence of our special day. Beyond her obvious talent as a photographer, Irina also proved to be a trustworthy professional who was dedicated to ensuring that her clients were happy with the final result. It's clear that she takes great pride in her work, and her commitment to providing her clients with the best possible experience is evident in everything that she does. Overall, if you're in search of a wedding photographer who is both talented and dedicated to her craft, Irina is definitely the one to choose. We are couldn't be happier with her work and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone who is looking for a photographer that will capture their special day perfectly.
Pearl and C., 3 years ago
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Madeline Jacobus Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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
Moe was our photographer for our wedding ceremony and reception and she is an absolute gem! She had such a long day with us at two locations, and constantly went above and beyond! Her energy was so fun it elevated our happiness. We had multiple guests complimenting her photography and personality throughout the night. Moe is professional, meeting with us early on to get a feel for our priorities. She is detail-oriented and had lists of shots we wanted and shots she wanted to make happen for us. We really appreciated her help with natural posing and her use and knowledge of multiple techniques including drone footage and film. There is not one sweet moment that was missed. We tend to be camera shy and feel awkward, but she made us so comfortable it felt like hanging out with a friend. She also pulled off having a large sample of our intimate ceremony pictures to be broadcasted just hours later for our larger reception. She more than accommodated all of our requests and we trust her vision completely. We cannot praise Moe enough. We're going to have to find more reasons for photoshoots with her because she is so talented and lovely to work with! If you want a kind, fun, talented photographer to capture all of your favorite details and more, Moe is your gal!
Erica S., 8 months ago
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Paige Hill Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, 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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Brittany Bender Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, CA

I love telling the messy, beautiful stories of life and each person’s own unique experience being human. I'm a people-person to my core and I thrive on creating a space where you can feel free to be your incredible self. I want us to know each other as real people, not just as commitments on each other’s calendars. Let's be friends and make photos that are lovely and messy and true. This is an inclusive, anti-racist space for all humans, all love, and all body-types. You, your love, and your story are welcome here. Come as you are.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brittany has shot with my team on numerous occasions and she truly goes above and beyond. She is professional, talented, soft and kind, driven, caring and confident with her camera. I can count on her to get the shot and do it with grace and ease. I love how much she cares about her clients and her quality of work.
Lillywhite Photography, 3 years ago
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Kristen Vincent Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (8 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Hello there. Holy moly, I've been photographing all the pretty things, places and people for 12 years! I am a proud Mama to 3 kiddos, so I get the chaos that comes with love, life and the little ones. I love to dive right in and figure out what story I've been invited to tell. Who are you? I want to know your why. Why do you want your pictures taken and why me. Together we'll create your wardrobe with intention and choose a location that speaks to you. I always encourage connection, music, kisses and your best dance moves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristen was a total professional. My wife, Claire, and I were nervous as we embarked on our wedding journey. It was full of deadlines and getting everything ready for our big day. I personally dreaded the upcoming photos but little did I know, Claire had chosen the most personable and comforting photographer around. From our first meeting at Little Club in Coronado for our wonderful engagement photos to our big day, Kristen was so easy to work with and helped capture all of the heartfelt moments while making them memorable by just being herself. You can't go wrong with Kristen and you will enjoy as she becomes an important person on your most special day. My wife and I still talk about her especially as we quickly got our pictures within three weeks.
Jose E., 3 years ago
Sun & Soul Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Hey there! Welcome! My name is Taylor- I am so glad you’re here! I am a documentary photographer based in the West Coast. I LIVE for capturing your love! You and your love story are anything but typical, and I strive to document that in the most candid and authentic way. My style is candid, documentary with a sprinkle of editorial. I want you to be YOURSELVES so I can help tell your true story. You've got incredible style, an amazing personality, and captivating energy that's impossible to ignore. So why should you settle for photos that don't reflect that? You deserve photos that celebrate your most alive and authentic selves!

Awarded Best of Zola
Taylor hopped on to shoot our wedding the night before after our photographer unexpectedly couldn’t make it - and boy are we lucky that she did! Her photos are beautiful, her attention to detail (I love me some detail shots!) was wonderful, and her kindness made the awkwardness of posing for pictures feel natural! She edited super quickly, was very responsive afterwards, and provided us with several sneak peaks the very next day. My husband and I are thrilled to see the finished product, we are so grateful to have worked with such a kind and flexible photographer who quite literally saved us at the last minute!
Ana & J., 4 years ago
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Willmus Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Freshly landed from Paris, France. Christophe has been a travel photographer for the past ten years and decided to expand his creative horizons toward white dresses and bow ties here in California. His European touch will definitely bring something special to your wedding day.

I worked with Heather and her team for the day of wedding planning and Christophe was our photographer for the day. They were both amazing. They are detail oriented, professional, and kept us on schedule throughout the day. Despite having a more “difficult” wedding venue (military base), they made everything as easy as it could be with all of our vendors. Christophe went above and beyond to get beautiful photos that we will be able to look back on for the rest of our lives and remember our special day. He also took care to get some very sentimental photos with my father’s military uniform. You won’t regret hiring them, but you’ll definitely be missing out if you don’t.
Shara F., 10 months ago

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