The Best Wedding Photographers in S Lake Tahoe, CA

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1000+ Wedding Photographers in S Lake Tahoe, CA

Fit the Frame photography 
Rating: 4.5 (16 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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Memo_Media is an amazing photographer who captured our wedding day beautifully. He has a great eye for photography, and every single one of his shots was amazing! We were lucky to have him, especially because he was familiar with Sacramento and the hotel venue for our reception, so he knew and planned all of the shots ahead of time. We'd definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a modern, classy aesthetic and for someone who will make the photos on your wedding day easy and fun!
Elizabeth and K., 2 years ago
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Heather Blackwood Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

You can't go wrong with Heather. She and her team handled our engagement photos and shot our wedding. Both sets of pictures are incredible! She captured amazing moments of our wedding--and they match our memories perfectly. Heather's photos are stunning, but also feel authentic. Beyond her photography and editing abilities, she made us feel very comfortable. My wife and I aren't used to professional photoshoots (we are humble folk), so having someone so kind and down-to-earth made those experiences fun. Heather felt like someone we'd want to have at our wedding anyway! Hire her, have fun, and frame those prints.
Adrian J., 2 years ago
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Kait Hubbard Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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

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

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Kaybebe Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From our very first interaction, Kaytlyn demonstrated a warm, responsive, professional, and organized communication style that immediately put us at ease. Her work is truly timeless, artistic, high-quality, and captures the real, candid moments of our special day. Kaytlyn kept us relaxed and present throughout the day, guiding us in a natural and fun way that made the experience stress-free. She anticipated our every need, adjusting my dress, gathering family for photos seamlessly, and capturing the most meaningful candid moments. Our photos are stunning, emotional, and beautifully edited - we'll treasure them for the rest of our lives. Beyond her incredible talent, Kaytlyn was a calming presence throughout the entire wedding day. We're so grateful we chose Kaybebe Photography and would recommend them to anyone looking to capture their wedding photos beautifully.
Savannah, 9 months ago
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Dana Gualco Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

Dana did our engagement photos and our wedding photos and we were beyond happy with the pictures. Dana finds ways to capture beauty in her own unique way and the colors are exquisite. She works really well with all people and is so easy to get along with. We plan on continuing to give Dana our business for all our big milestones in life.
Brandy R., 5 months ago
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Nicky Byrnes Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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I have worked with Nicky a few times, both were non traditional ceremonies where hiking or skiing were involved. She is super fun and easy going and really makes couples feel relaxed. While she is easy going she is still professional and a great communicator. Her photos are beautiful as well. I look forward to working with her in the future and will continue to have her on my vendor referral list.
Christa Deane Officiant, 6 years ago
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Dustin Wheeler Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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Dustin did an absolutely amazing job on our wedding photos. He was professional throughout the entire process from booking to receiving our massive gallery (well over 1k photos). Dustin did a great job in communicating with the wedding guest s and wedding party, he made sure to have a list of the photos we wanted to have taken and checked in with us throughout the day to make sure all photos were getting taken. Our photos our absolutely beautiful and I’m so incredibly happy with Dustin and his work.
Erica C., 8 months ago
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Samantha May Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

Using Samantha May Photography for our wedding was one of the best decisions we made!!! Samantha and her team are fantastic and truly produce the best photos. We have received so many compliments on them and I will cherish them forever. She is truly talented at what she does! She is also super fun, and our families and wedding party loved her energy! Her team endured 102 degrees for us and kept us laughing the whole time. Thank you, Samantha!
Rachel D., 7 months ago
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Annette Lynnae Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

From our first conversation, Annette made it clear she was ready to plan and get to work—we loved her direct approach and how much of a team player she was. She showed up early on our day and found hidden spots around the property we didn't even know existed, turning them into the perfect backdrops for our photos. Annette had an eye for detail when it came to group shots, making sure everyone looked their best and felt comfortable. She captured genuine moments between us that we didn't even realize were happening, and her leadership in group moments allowed my husband and I to be at ease. She delivered exactly what we needed, even the things we didn't know we were looking for. We couldn't be happier with her work and highly recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer who truly cares and loves what her job.
Olivia T., 4 months ago
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Mindy Webb Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

Based in Northern California, I travel between Napa/Sonoma-North Bay and the Lake Tahoe area photographing beautiful weddings. My light and airy imagery has a candid, documentary style that has been published on Zola, Rustic Wedding Chic, and other popular wedding websites. Dedicated to discovering the best love stories, I travel nationwide and also photograph couples from around the world at San Francisco City Hall. Awarded Best Wedding Photographer in Campbell, CA and Los Gatos, CA.

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Mindy did a phenomenal job at capturing all of the beautiful moments of our wedding! She was a joy and delight to have around as we celebrated, and I received many comments about how nice and fun she is. Not only that, but the pictures are stunning! She made everyone feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera, and captured beautiful candid photos, which are some of my favorites. She also did our engagement photos, which turned out so great and it was an awesome way to interact with her before the day of the wedding. I would highly recommend booking Mindy!
Sam + B., 4 years ago
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Luke is the Blacksheep Photography & Video 
Rating: 4.8 (6 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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Luke at Blacksheep Photography & Video was an exceptional wedding photographer. He was very communicative prior to and on the day of the wedding, ensuring we felt prepared and comfortable throughout the process. Luke took amazing shots and captured great staged and candid moments, quickly delivering our photos with an impressively fast turnaround time. He seemed to be in all the right spots to get the perfect shots, seamlessly blending into the day so we barely noticed him. Luke's professionalism and talent truly contributed to making our special day even more memorable.
Heather D., a year ago
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Mindful Media Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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Mindful Media Photography the right choice for our wedding photography and videography. Angela and her husband were an amazing team that worked wonderfully together. Their communication was quick, effective, and they made us feel comfortable the entire time. The quality of their work is truly beautiful. They have an experienced eye and captured all the best angles and shots. Our photos are stunning, with natural beautiful lighting. We couldn't be happier with our experience with Mindful Media Photography provided on our special day.
Rachel M., 10 months ago
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Steph Liz Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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I worked with Steph Liz Photography for both a Styled Photoshoot and Brand Photos for my Wedding Planning Business! Steph communicated quickly and effectively, showed up on time and had a great eye for photography. We got amazing photos for both shoots (a styled shoot is kind of like a fake wedding complete with a Wedding Couple, venue, etc.) Steph delivered the sneak peeks within a few days and the complete album quickly. I feel confident recommending her for any photography needs (especially Weddings! She took great photos for our Styled Shoot and really captured the vision for the day!). Highly recommend!
Janelle Granfors, 3 years ago
Denise Apgar Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

Hi! I'm Denise! I'm a So Cal girl at heart, but currently living and based out of Sacramento, California. My goal is to capture the raw and natural emotions of your day. I'm passionate about all the details that make you and your day unique! Your story deserves to be shared and your special moments need to be celebrated! Allow me into this snippet of your life and I promise you will leave with a friend and a bunch of images you will cherish forever.

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Denise is professional, personable, and a phenomenal photographer! She understands the magnitude of the moment and goes above and beyond to capture this memory with ease. With tips and tricks to make you feel more comfortable in front of the camera your pictures will come out looking natural and you will enjoy your entire time with her. With that being said, she is very attentive and focuses in on every detail. When it comes to editing your photos, I can tell she sat and looked at each frame. There isn't a blanket preset thrown over our gallery. She makes sure each image is at the highest quality and does so with a great turn around time. After shooting our engagement photos with her and seeing the gallery of them, I was so thankful we chose her to do our wedding!! She captured our day perfectly and helped everyone remain calm throughout the day with her demeanor. When you book Denise you will walk into it with a photographer and away from it with a new friend! We are so excited to have Denise capture all of our family milestones from here on out!
Katrina and J., 6 years ago
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Rachel Reynolds Co. Photo + Video 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

Rachel Reynolds Co. Photo + Video is a husband-and-wife team serving couples throughout Northern California, from Lake Tahoe and the Sierra foothills to Sacramento, Napa, Yosemite, and beyond. We specialize in candid, natural photography and heartfelt videography that captures the genuine moments, emotions, and connections that make your wedding uniquely yours. With over 250 weddings photographed and filmed since 2017, our goal is to help you feel comfortable, present, and fully immersed in your day while creating images and films that reflect your story authentically.

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As wedding videographers, we have worked with a lot of wedding photographers. Rachel and Mark are by far one of our favorite photography teams to work with on a wedding day! They have great attitudes and collaborate well with the other vendors. Not only are they awesome to work with, but they also deliver amazing photos at an affordable price. We highly recommend Rachel and Mark Photography!
Lost Generation Pictures, 5 years ago
Jeff Hall Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

Working with Jeff has been an absolute pleasure! As a hair and makeup artist, I appreciate their incredible eye for detail, lighting and composition, which truly brings my work to life. His professionalism and warm personality really put our clients and brides at ease even when they are not comfortable in front of the camera. I highly recommend Jeff and always look forward to working with him.
Lea Buehler, 2 years ago
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Scene and Action 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

You know that friend who always gets your good angles? Brings her digital camera to every event, and when it's photo time she'll fix your hair, tuck in the tag that's sticking out, move your arm just so, then pull out a flash you didn't even know she had for better lighting. That's me. I'll get shot that'll make you fall in love with you again.

Working with Ela for our Save the Date session was a wonderful experience from start to finish. She has an incredible eye for detail and guided me and my fiancé through poses in a way that felt entirely natural and effortless. Not only is the final gallery breathtaking, but Ela was professional, warm, and exceptionally talented throughout the shoot. We are so grateful to have these beautiful memories to share with our family and friends for our upcoming wedding. We couldn't be happier with how our Save the Dates turned out!
Gerado G., 2 months ago
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Quentin Forest Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

I capture your wedding with energy, intention, and an eye for moments that matter most. My couples get more than beautiful photos – they get someone who keeps things organized, brings a fun and calming presence, and makes everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. The result is timeless images that feel as genuine as your love story.

I’ve had my photos taken by Quentin multiple times, and every single experience has been amazing. He has this incredible ability to make you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera, even if you’re someone who normally hates having your picture taken. He gives just enough direction without making anything feel forced, and somehow always captures the most genuine moments. When I got my gallery back, I was honestly blown away. The photos felt like me natural, flattering and full of personality. Beyond his talent, he’s simply a great person to work with professional, fun, patient, and someone who truly cares about his clients. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for beautiful photos and an even better experience.
Aimee K., a month ago
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Daniel Cewinski Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA
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I am really interested in other people. I like to find out about you. I believe we all have value, and everybody deserves to be happy. Sour Pusses are quite the bummer, and seriousness is overrated. I really believe there should be very little reason for people to not get along. EVERYONE is welcome. I LOVE nostalgia, and having my work appreciated enough to be on your walls is the best feeling. I roast my own coffee, I am a friek for Legos, old black and white movies, the ocean, the forest, the jungle, and chatting with people.

Daniel Cewinski Photography was an outstanding choice for our wedding photographer. From the beginning, Daniel's communication style was assertive, positive, and thorough, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. His work is truly exceptional - passionate, professional, and sophisticated. On our wedding day, Daniel paid particular attention to our needs, being extremely accommodating with our family and sunset photographs. It was significantly beneficial to meet Daniel during our engagement photoshoot, as it helped us feel secure and motivated for the upcoming wedding. Daniel made the entire experience a joy, and we are thrilled with the beautiful, high-quality photos that captured our special day perfectly. We highly recommend Daniel Cewinski Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Caitlin, 2 years ago
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Lisa Richmond Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,225
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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This post is delinquent by a couple months, but we wanted to share our memorable experience utilizing Lisa Richmond Photography. I saw Lisa Richmond's art for the first time in the fall of 2014. Lisa photographed our dear friend's wedding in Winters, CA. So, when Linda and I became engaged in 2015, we knew immediately who we wanted to record our engagement and wedding day on 9/23/16. Luckily, Lisa was available!Prior to meeting Lisa for our engagement photos, we had chatted on the phone a couple times so Lisa could get an idea about Linda and my love story. She was very easy to talk with and we had several good laughs before meeting in person. I told Lisa that neither Linda or I cared to have our pictures taken so I wished her luck with that! Lisa knew we planned on getting married at a winery and she suggested we bring a bottle of wine to open during our engagement shoot. After sharing some wine and stories together, she started working her magic. Lisa made the shoot fun and effortless so the pictures looked natural. Her use of light and her timing are phenomenal. She caught our relationship and personalities digitally!Finally, our long-awaited day came! When Lisa arrived at our wedding, we greeted her as a friend and not just a photographer, since a friendship formed between all of us. Lisa captured every moment of our special day and more. She roamed the vineyards with us to obtain the perfect sunset moments, and she was knocked around on the dance floor like a pinball by some guests getting their groove on...just so she could seize our moments! We were delighted by Lisa's artistic eye, professionalism, and her great personality. We will definitely utilize her for future gatherings as well as share a glass of wine when possible! We highly recommend Lisa if you want to beautifully capture your special occasion.
Kelly Roberts, 5 years ago
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Little Green Eyes 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

If you’ve landed here, my guess is you want the perfect balance. Someone who will give you direction during your couple’s portraits, while avoiding making you feel like you’re on the MET gala red carpet during your ceremony. I’m here to help you feel at ease, to make jokes, to reassure you everything and nothing matters all in the same breath. I take years of stealthy concert photography skills and apply that to documenting the candid familial embrace. The wild shirtless last dance of the evening. The moment when you two look at each other after all the speeches are done, and you realize how wonderful it is to be showered with so much love.

“I could not have chosen a better photographer for my album cover art. Not only do I have a collection of exquisite and totally unique photos, after working with Jessie I also see myself in a brand new light. I feel more confident, more graceful, and frankly more badass. When I was designing my album cover art, I wanted something dreamy, but not cheesy or cliche. When I saw Jessie’s underwater photography I knew immediately that this was the right match. If anyone could capture the feel I was going for, it was her. I loved everything about working with her—it felt like playing around. I am not a model, or much of a water person, but together we figured out how to move my body, how to push my hair around, how to use the fabric underwater, how to relax my face. All I really needed was one good picture, but I ended up with so many stunning, magical photographs, unlike anything else out there. It was beyond anything I had imagined. What an incredibly special experience. I am so grateful that I was able to work with Jessie. People compliment my album cover all the time, but more importantly, it’s actually the cover I always dreamed of."
Aviva, a year ago
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Dream Capture Photos 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

If you are looking for genuine warm amazing photos look no further! Hannah and Will are absolutely AMAZING! They did both our engagement photos and our big day. My husband can get uncomfortable in front of a camera and pictures can be hard to capture. Hannah and Will made us feel so comfortable and captured some of my favorite pictures of my husband. Throughout the entire process they had amazing communication, they were super organized and didn’t let the weather affect their work either! I would choose them to photograph other important milestones over and over again.
Sara A., 2 years ago
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Starscape Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

Starscape Studios is the Lake Tahoe photography studio of Kimmi Cranes, a documentary wedding photographer. Kimmi photographs weddings, elopements, and proposals with a documentary approach—observing quietly, guiding when needed, and preserving the genuine moments that unfold naturally. Her work is known for timeless imagery, true-to-life color, and a calm, unobtrusive presence that allows couples to fully experience their day. Based in South Lake Tahoe, Kimmi photographs celebrations throughout Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Reno, Northern California, and destinations worldwide. Fully insured.

We are so thankful to Starscape Studios for capturing our wedding day so beautifully. Kimmi did an absolutely amazing job and made the entire experience feel so special and stress-free. She was kind, professional, and truly went above and beyond to make our day even more memorable. Coming from out of town, it was great to have help with the whole process. The photos turned out incredible, and we’ll cherish them forever. We highly recommend Starscape Studios to anyone looking for a photographer who genuinely cares about making your special moments unforgettable!
Alexis, 2 months ago
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As the Crow Flies 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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So we hired Lexi and Warren to take our photos in Colorado. I reached out to them to tell them I would be proposing during the shoot too. We worked out a plan and had it prepared perfectly. My fiancé had no idea and it was absolutely perfect. The photos and engagement video were absolutely beautiful. I am so glad we chose As the Crow Flies, they are great at communicating and just amazing people. We plan on using them for our wedding too! I could not refer them enough, they are great!!
Ryan and S., 4 years ago
Lydia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves S Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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

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

I have had the pleasure of working with Mariea and her team for over a decade. She makes the process so easy for our couples and really understands how to put them at ease, from guiding them through posing to family photos. In addition to working with her professionally, have also been a client. Her professionalism, and responsiveness, coupled with her fun and approachable personality make her a dream to work with! Plus her photos area amazing! I highly recommend Mariea Rummel.
Kathleen , 2 years ago