The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

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682 Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

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Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves San Francisco, CA
  • Offer

At Garrett Museau Photography & Cinematography, we believe your love story deserves to be captured with intention, artistry, and an experience that feels effortless and unforgettable. Based in New Jersey and traveling worldwide, our team creates timeless imagery that reflects the heart of your relationship. We collaborate closely with every couple, learning your style and vision to craft emotive, elevated photographs and films. With concierge-level guidance and a warm, personal approach, we transform your moments into art. Every frame is crafted, ensuring your story is preserved with beauty, authenticity, defining a Garrett Museau Experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn’t recommend them enough! I truly had a great experience! They asked all the right questions, really wanted to understand our vision. Super easy to work with! Made us super comfortable! Didn’t force us into anything that didn’t feel natural for us! They truly added to the ease of our special day!
Alexis M., 4 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves San Francisco, CA

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Eivan's photo and video services were very affordable and were a major reason why we went with them. I think the photos we received turned out very well and captured many of the amazing moments that we had at the wedding. The service we paid for only included one photographer and one videographer but they were both very attentive and made sure to be where the action was the entire day. Overall, the experience was positive and for a bride who was more focused on living through the experience of her wedding, Eivan's did a good job of handling the stuff you don't really want to think about.
Krystal D., a month ago
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Khariza Rae Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

A San Francisco based photographer for joyous individuals who value inclusivity and authenticity. With a documentary style approach, I am dedicated to preserving memories in a way that is fun and easy-going, making your comfort a top priority. I strive to capture meaningful photos in a way that feels true and unique to who you are.

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Khariza is such a beautiful soul and amazing photographer. Her work speaks for itself and the seamless execution from start to finish was so refreshing. My husband and I purchased her package that included an engagement photoshoot, along with our wedding photoshoot, and we also included film photography as well in our package and we are so happy we included that. They came out spectacularly. Khariza helped us from the very beginning to determine many aspects of our wedding by meeting with her and going over her forms. She also provided us with great recommendations for some of the vendors we were still looking for that we ended up contracting and loving as well! She is very well seasoned, upbeat and knowledgeable. We wanted a bilingual photographer to communicate in Spanish with some of our guests, which she fit perfectly for our needs. We are so pleased in working with Khariza and are so happy we invested in such a professional and personable photographer for our special day. Thank you so much Khariza!
Paige R., 6 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Offer

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

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Ozan Ulucan Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first spoke with Ozan, his communication was comprehensive, outgoing and clear. It was evident he has a creative, artistic eye that would capture our day in a unique way. On the wedding day, Ozan arrived early and hit the ground running, snapping photos right away and keeping up the energy and pace throughout the entire event. His experience shone through as he was comfortable facilitating numerous group photos and offering great suggestions on positioning. Ozan also scoped out the venue ahead of time and brought us to multiple spots for one-of-a-kind photos we hadn't even thought of taking on our own. The final edited photos were delivered quickly after the wedding, and the quality was truly professional and a cut above the rest. We received so many photos organized by different times during the wedding including getting ready, ceremony, portraits, family portraits, reception, night, and details including photos of our venue, flowers, and place settings. We are thrilled with the memories Ozan was able to create for us through his exceptional work.
Kim and F., a year ago
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Misha Velasquez 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,200

INQUIRE ON MY WEBSITE TO HEAR BACK FROM ME THE QUICKEST! weddings. mishavelasquez.c0m I'm here to find the magic between the big moments, capture the emotion in the room, and the excitement that is building up to your wedding. The day is about your love, your vibe, and how your memories get to last with you, so my goal is for you to stay as present and be as much of yourself as possible. Your wedding day should be FUN, and we will find every way to celebrate. So cheers to your wonderful wedding season; I can't wait to meet you!

Awarded Best of Zola
If we could rate a 100 stars, we would. Misha and Zaiah captured our wedding better than we knew was possible and were incredibly easy to work with. Our photos feel magical and timeless, striking the perfect balance between classic wedding pictures with thoughtful creative details and artful documentary images. These photos are stand alone art pieces we can decorate our home with for the rest of our lives, whatever season of life we’re in. We have received endless compliments from friends and family, not only on the photos themselves but also on how incredible Misha and Zaiah were to work with. They brought warmth and intention, gave extra attention to any special circumstances, and somehow managed to create meaningful moments for everyone there. In our final gallery, beyond our own portraits, we found amazing candid images of our family and friends that we now plan to gift to them. It was an unexpected and truly special bonus. Worth every cent and more. We highly recommend adding the film as well! :) Thank you both so much!!! Galen & Mickayla
Galen C., 3 months ago
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Sfilm 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800

Meet Gleb (Hlib) Shabashnyi. He has been doing professional photography and videography, including all aspects of editing and retouching, for more than 16 years. Experienced in a range of genres, from weddings and engagements to corporate events and headshot photography. Focuses on capturing real moments, blending a candid approach with professional - fairytale polish. Whether it’s a wedding, an engagement shoot or a conference, he aims to document the story authentically, ensuring the final product reflects both the mood of the event and the client’s expectations.

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Absolutely amazing photographer! He puts 135% on his work, ask him anything you want, whatever theme you have in mind he can make it happen! i and my wife asked for a dreamy style and he delivered.
Op M., a year ago
Jazmín Solano Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Artistic storytelling for the fun, kind and adventurous. Hi friend! :) I'm your neighborhood artist, goofy empath, & lover of dogs and human beans. (Name is pronounced Hasmeen, kinda like jalapeño) My goal is to be a source of joy and vulnerability in your life while helping you feel grounded on your big day and ~even more~ grateful for the life you live and the love you choose. 

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We adored Jazmin and our work with her was so comfortable, joyful, and ultimately resulted in stunning, dreamlike photos. We were seeking low-key, calm vibes for our wedding day, and after meeting with Jazmin, we felt immediately at ease. What initially drew me to Jazmin was her photography, of course, and her adventurous streak and love/appreciation for nature that is reflected in her work. I did not want traditional wedding photos or overly posed editorial shots - I primarily wanted big nature shots, candids, and authentic memories captured. I could tell from her other work on her website, she would be ideal for this. Additionally, I was seeking a photographer who could do film and digital photos, which Jazmin can do (plus polaroids! which I loved). On the practical and professional side of things, Jazmin also really stood out. All of her communication was prompt, thorough, and attentive. There were surveys used to get to know us / our story better and to clarify exactly what we were looking for both the wedding day and our engagement photos. She also met with us on several occasions to talk things through and make sure we were on the same page. This gave me confidence that she not only knew what we wanted in terms of photographs, but she also cared to know as a couple. On a more personal level, Jazmin immediately felt like a friend. She is our people, and we knew we would feel grateful and comfortable having her as a part of our celebration! She is kind, caring, thoughtful, intentional, genuine, and talented - what a combo! On our wedding weekend, she was great company to have AND she nailed it with the photos - couldn't have asked for a better combination.
Maddie M., 8 months ago
Annalee Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

You deserve to look back on your wedding photos and remember how the day felt — all of your nerves, your laughter, and, of course, your overwhelming joy. Together, we'll tell your story how you want it told, striking a balance between creating gorgeous moments with documentary-style gentle observation.

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Annalee was wonderful to work with. From the initial conversation to the actual day. She had great communication and it was also awesome to see her portfolio grow while we were waiting for our own special day. Annalee was super professional and sweet to work with. She handled all the chaos of our wedding very well and I super appreciate that she was able to take control of getting the shots when things were confusing and overwhelming. It was actually really nice to be directed when theres so much going on! In regards to her work, she has an excellent eye for framing and beautiful color grading. Her vibes come off as someone who really cares about their craft, as well as you, the client! We got our photos back about a month after and feel that literally every shot is perfect. There's a fantastic mix of behind the scenes, candids, staged etc. Our photos just feel very authentic and personal. These photos really help us relive the day (best day ever!) Please hire Annalee, shes absolutely worth it. We'd love to work with her again should the occasion arise!
Anita, a year ago
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Photoflood Studio  

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Courtney & Jackson are wedding, elopement & family photographers based in San Francisco, California but available for travel worldwide. We go wherever love takes you. Photoflood Studio is a wife + husband team from San Francisco, California. We are wedding photographers servicing NorCal to SoCal and beyond. Photoflood Studio specializes in wedding, engagement, and family photography. We aim to photograph life + love through an honest documentary approach. Our wedding, engagement and family photography is inspired by the beautiful wilderness, the culture of our coastal cities, and wherever you call home.

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Courtney photographed our wedding in the San Francisco Botanical Garden and really made the day magical. From the first time we spoke on the phone to receiving our final images, Courtney was an absolute pleasure to work with. We had a small wedding/elopement and found pricing very reasonable for the amount of time and photos offered. She was so easy to get along with and was an expert at helping direct everyone so we could get all the shots we wanted. We loved that she was so familiar with the botanical garden too and knew all the best spots. Courtney was very organized and we received our sneak peeks and album in a reasonable time. Her genuine enthusiasm stands out and really left a lasting impression. After the wedding, all of our family members raved at how great Courtney was and how we were so lucky to have her capture our special day. We would highly recommend her!
Courtney C., a year ago
Sarah Peterson Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,888

I'm a Bay Area native with over 12 years in the commercial photography realm. I got my start on the beaches of Los Angeles back in 2012 shooting commercial swimwear campaigns for some of the best designers in swim and fashion. That opened the door to countless opportunities with modeling agencies, reality television, and fashion design. In 2018 I made the move back up north to San Francisco where I grew up. With a wide network of friends and family up here, I found myself catapulted into the Wedding and Elopement industry - and absolutely loved it! I'm honored when I get to be a part of one of the best days of a couple's life together.

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I had the hardest time finding a photographer I clicked with until I found Sarah! I knew from the zoom consult I had to book her. She was funny and confident from the beginning and made such a fun addition to our day!!
Kate W., 3 years ago
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Que Vida! Photo and Video 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Offer

Hello! My name is Mary and my husband is Erick. We started our own multimedia company three years ago, Que Vida! Studio, and quickly discovered that weddings are our favorite event to capture! I love hearing all of your love stories, through your vows, your friend's speeches and what you share with me. I love to capture the expression of that love through my lens and the things that make your relationship uniquely yours. The best way to contact us is directly through our website or Instagram. Hope we can be a part of your special day!

Que Vida! Weddings captured our wedding day so beautifully. Their photos and videos perfectly reflected the joy, laughter, love, and emotion of the day. Looking through our gallery truly feels like reliving every moment. Mary’s photos in particular were stunning. She has such an incredible eye for light and emotion, and she truly immortalized what was the best day of our lives. We are so grateful to have these memories forever. If you’re looking for a team that captures not just how your wedding looks, but how it feels, we highly recommend Que Vida! Weddings.
Henni & H., 17 days ago
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Vincent Po Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100

Oklahoma raised, Princeton educated, and founder of Portrait of a Young Couple, documenting how couples of all backgrounds and identities across the world live and love. I'd love to be a part of helping to capture you and your partner's love.

Vincent was such a positive and calming presence during our wedding planning and weekend! He helped direct us and others for group photos whenever we weren't sure how to pose, while also blending in seamlessly during the ceremony and other moments where we wanted to be fully present with our guests; he was really adaptable to whatever the situation called for. He did an amazing job of capturing the joy felt that weekend, and he was so friendly to chat and have fun with throughout the entire process. He was able to get previews to us within a day and the full gallery out in an incredibly fast turnaround time. Everyone was amazed by the photos and consistently praised his work; he really brought our vision to life and we're so grateful that we hired him.
Jessica, 5 months ago
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JJ Ignotz Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500

I’m JJ Ignotz, a wedding photographer based in The Bay Area. I specialize in capturing real, heartfelt moments and telling your unique love story. My approach blends timeless elegance with modern style, ensuring your photos remain beautiful for years to come. I take the time to understand your vision, so you feel relaxed and enjoy your day while I focus on the details that make your wedding truly special. Let’s create lasting memories and celebrate your love through authentic, stunning photography.

5-Star Review for JJ Ignotz Photography I can’t recommend JJ Ignotz Photography highly enough. JJ has been a trusted collaborator of mine for nearly a decade, photographing high-end weddings and events throughout New York City. Most recently, she captured our own wedding, and I can confidently say—there’s no one else I would have wanted behind the lens on such an important day. JJ is the full package: reliable, incredibly talented, deeply knowledgeable, and an absolute joy to work with. She brings a calm, professional presence to every shoot and has an uncanny ability to catch the real, unscripted moments that make events truly unforgettable. Her eye for detail, composition, and lighting is second to none, and she consistently delivers images that feel both timeless and alive. Whether you’re planning a luxury wedding, a corporate event, or an intimate celebration, JJ brings the same level of care, artistry, and enthusiasm. I’m grateful not only for the beautiful images she’s created over the years, but for the trust and partnership she brings to every project. Five stars, every time.
Ryan C., a year ago
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Living Pictures 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves San Francisco, CA
  • Offer

Welcome to Living Pictures, a vibrant collective of passionate photographers based in San Francisco. Our team consists of three lead photographers—Barbara, Ana, and Jason—and six talented associates including a videographers & a drone operator, all dedicated to capturing the beauty of personal moments through our lens. At Living Pictures, we believe that every photograph tells a story. Whether it’s a wedding, a couple’s special milestone, or a family gathering, we focus on creating authentic, heartfelt images that reflect your unique journey.

Ana is unbelievably talented and captured so many stunning moments that we’ll treasure forever. Their eye for detail and creativity brought our special day to life in every photo. Beyond their skills, they were the best person to have by our side—calm, organized, and so much fun to work with. It felt like having a friend there, which made the experience even more enjoyable. If you want breathtaking photos and a truly wonderful person to capture your big day, look no further!
Yasmin, a year ago
Duy Ho Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

My professional background was cultivated in the field of architecture and design. But around 2010, my obsession with photography overcame my passion for architecture and I changed course. Through years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve developed a genuine love and appreciation for these emotional events. To me, weddings are emotionally-charged, symbolic celebrations. They often inspire pure expressions, words and feelings from the couple and their family and friends.

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I've worked with Duy Photography on over a dozen weddings. Every time I work with Duy it's the most pleasant experience. His style of photography works really well with how we work with our couples! I'd say Duy creates a calm and stress free environment. He moves things along at a good pace that doesn't make the couple feel rushed or overwhelmed. Like Duy, we like our photos and video to look and feel natural and just letting the couple express the emotions and smiles in an organic way. His style is non-intrusive, no big flashes, umbrellas or obnoxious reflectors. You get a highly skilled and professional photographer who will just blend right in with your family and friends.
Jesse, 6 years ago
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Natalie N Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Hey there! I'm Natalie, a San Francisco based elopement and wedding photographer for couples who want a stress-free wedding celebration. I believe weddings should be focused on you and your partner having a great time. It's your wedding day, you should be enjoying it!

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Natalie was so sweet and easy to work with - not to mention she loves dogs, and our nervous pooch fell in love with her. Natalie is really organized and helped us finalize a timeline which made our day smooth. She fixed boutonnieres, managed our massive family photo, and even drove my husband and I from our ceremony to the reception. Having our engagement session with her also prepped us a little for what to expect. She gave us direction, and made us feel more at ease. Our ceremony was at Old Mill Park, and our couple photos in the redwoods were dreamy. She has a great eye, and the photos really were magical and timeless, with just the right amount of moodiness. She brought along a 2nd photographer, and they both caught really fun candid moments of our family and friends. She also had our photos back to us so quickly. Natalie was just super thoughtful, warm, and flexible. I can't recommend her enough. Thank you, thank you, Natalie! <3
Donna and J., 6 years ago
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Images by Misti Layne 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500

Storytelling photography that brings your story to life. There is a story to everything right? There is certainly one to your wedding and even to a portrait session. The in-between moments can be the best moments! Images tell a story and they are there for me to find. This isn’t one image. It is a series of images that provoke emotion and thought. This happens with trust and openness and I know I can only get this if you trust me and I am open enough for you to do that. When there is this intimacy, I can get to the heart of the images and that is when the storytelling photography happens.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first introduction call, it was clear that Misti truly cares about the couples she works with. Her prompt, friendly, and personable communication style put us at ease right away. On our wedding day, Misti's photojournalistic approach captured all the real, authentic moments and reactions that made our day so special. The intimate, high-quality images showcase our true selves and all of our beloved guests in such a beautiful, natural way. We are thrilled with the final photos and will cherish them forever. Misti's talent and passion for her craft is evident in every shot, and we highly recommend Images by Misti Layne to any couple looking for an exceptional photographer.
Alice M., 3 months ago
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Arrowood Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500

As a photographer of life, love and beauty, Tara Arrowood does what she loves every day. She captures beauty in all things- people, animals, and spaces. Her main goal? It’s simply to make people happy. She uses her lens to show inner beauty, authentic emotions, and life’s precious/fleeting moments. Making people happy means giving them a different perspective, a different angle from which to see their most cherished moments in life. Tara offers photography and cinematography services for any sized wedding. Tell her your plans and she’ll create a schedule that includes everything to tell your story!

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I truly can’t recommend Tara and her team more highly. Not only is she an incredibly skilled and professional photographer who always captures that shot of a moment you never want to forget, she’s also a wonderfully kind, funny, and thoughtful person to work with. We first met when she shot engagement and wedding photos for my husband and I, and for years to come we reminisced about how great she was at taking beautiful photos and also wrangling wild, wiggly little kiddos. She even pitched in at our wedding and with a big smile on her face, bustled my enormous wedding dress — her assistant got a great photo of that! We were thrilled with how our photos turned out, as well as our 5 minute cinematic video which felt like the quality of an epic movie trailer of our special day. We were so happy to see her again for another family wedding years later, and most recently she took stunning and personal family photos with our little one. I’m already conjuring up another reason to work with Tara again because in addition to her gorgeous photos, she’s just a great person to be around.
Marianne, a year ago
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Jonathan Costello Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000

Jonathan Costello Photography has specialized in wedding, engagement, elopement, event, portrait, lifestyle, and adventure travel photography for over 25 years. Based in San Francisco, California and available worldwide, my goal is to offer you a seamless, joyful, and easy experience. I am incredibly fortunate that I've been able to capture the sweetest moments in people’s lives and in the most beautiful settings.

Jonathan was the most incredible photographer to work with! He made the entire process so stress-free, from communication to the big day itself...so much so that we could really be present for each moment of our big day. We wanted to capture a bunch of fun photos at Taber Ranch and he truly understood our vision and executed it flawlessly! Jonathan was warm, patient, and always available for our questions, making us feel truly heard and at ease. More than just a photographer, he’s a true artist who loves his craft, and that passion shines through in every photo. His pricing and payment options were clear and transparent, which we really appreciated, since we were flying in from the East Coast for our wedding and didn't need extra worries with logistics. And the final photos? Absolutely stunning—true pieces of art that we will cherish forever. We have zero regrets in choosing Jonathan and would recommend him in a heartbeat!
Nicole M., a year ago
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Onelove Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,900

Onelove Photography is a family. We are a close-knit family of photojournalists in California. We tell stories with pictures and have and a whole lotta fun while doing it! Our team is known for consistency and publication quality. Over the last 10 years, our team has been regularly featured in publications and magazines worldwide.

My dream wedding photos! There are SO MANY different photographers to choose for your wedding, that it can be so overwhelming to sort through them all! Let me help you when I tell you that you should just stop scrolling and pick OneLove. Sara was so amazing to work with to pair us with our perfect photographer and to edit our pictures to perfection. Our photographers were Nicole & Ann, and they captured our day so wonderfully. They were also a super calming presence to have around on the day itself - remember, your vendors are part of your wedding day! You will be seeing them more than you see some of your guests! Nicole also took our GORGEOUS engagement photos. Would highly highly recommend!
Christina O., 16 days ago
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hazel photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Francisco, CA

For some unknown reason I have loved weddings since I was a kid. That’s the first thing. But then… I got married. And that is indescribable. So… if you happen to be here because you have met someone special, and you are making moves, CONGRATULATIONS! You really are in for the ride of a lifetime. So… my first photos? Yup. They were from a wedding! Unfortunately they took the human knee as their subject because I was short, because I was five years old. One auspicious day I brought a camera to a friends’ wedding. I partied. I had a fabulous time. Afterwards they told me I should have said something, my photos were better than the hired pro.

We hired Paul for our San Francisco wedding and it was easily one of the best decisions we made. In addition to beautifully (and creatively) capturing the energy and excitement of the day, Paul was also an absolutely pleasure to work with at ever step of the way. Our wedding was in San Francisco this past August and had approximately 65 people in attendance. To say that we had high expectations for our wedding photographer was an understatement: we wanted someone who would be able to capture the dynamic energy and emotion of our big day in a natural, joyful way. I am happy to say that Paul exceeded all of our expectations and then some. We initially reached out to Paul in February through his website and we scheduled an introductory phone call. At that time I was chatting with a few different photographers in the Bay Area but was impressed at Paul's thoughtful questions regarding our vision of big day as well as the logistical considerations (venue locations, lighting , size, etc). From our first meeting at his lovely home, Paul was kind, thoughtful, considerate which made us feel like we were in good hands and helped put us at ease during the craziness of the planning. He asked us to consider which moments would be most important to our wedding and helped us think through the logistics of the day. Paul was also helpful in planning some of the big day itself: we had scheduled a city tour with our guests to occur between the ceremony and reception but were unsure where to go in the city. He recommended locations that would be both enjoyable for our guests and would make good backdrops for photos. In addition to the city tour, the day itself had a lot of moving parts which could have been really challenging to photograph (indoor ceremony in City Hall, outdoor brass band parade in full sunlight, indoor reception with low lighting in small antique store). Paul and his second shooter were well prepared and able to shot gorgeous photos in every location. Paul was also very mindful of which moments would be most meaningful to us. For example, we had mentioned that we specifically wanted lots of dancing photos from the reception and so Paul made sure a remote flash lighting system was set up in the reception venue which made for some fantastic dance floor shots. We had also said that we wanted to make sure we had a lot of candid photos of our friends of family and so Paul made sure to mingle among our guests, putting them at ease and getting natural, candid photos of our loved ones. After the wedding, Paul was able to send us our sneak peaks only after 24 hours (!) and the full gallery a short time after that. At this point, I was already very impressed but what happened after that really blew me away: Paul emailed me a few weeks after the wedding to me to ask if he could photograph some details from the wedding that he wasn't able to get on the big day (handkerchiefs from the brass band parade, wedding invitations, etc). He told me that he felt that those details were important in telling the story of our wedding and he wanted to make sure they were captured. I realize that it would've been easy for Paul to simply send the photos he already had but the fact that he found it was important to capture all the small details really speaks to his thoughtfulness, professionalism and excellence. We can't thank you enough, Paul!
Sasha & A., 6 years ago
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The Uncommon Weddings (Video + Photo) 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,097

Lights, camera, candid! We're not in the business of creating over-edited Hollywood blockbusters and photos. Nope, we're all about capturing the essence of your special day with a refreshingly authentic touch. We bring the realness, the candid moments, and the relaxed vibes that make your wedding video and photo a true masterpiece. So, if you're ready to ditch the drama and embrace the beauty of simplicity, we're the dream team you've been searching for!

Sway and his team at The Uncommon Weddings are AWESOME! They were extremely communicative, professional and fun! My husband and I are both a bit camera shy and they did a great job of capturing everything but not overwhelming us. Oh and our video is so beautiful it brought us to tears. Highly recommend going with them for your wedding!
Shahde T., 2 years ago
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Hannah Leigh Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,500

I fell in love with photography while I was living in Nairobi, Kenya for a few months. When I returned to Penn State, I decided to change my major to photojournalism! I started a portrait photography business in college and continued after graduation. Now, a full time wedding photographer living in San Francisco, I couldn't be more thankful for that trip to Kenya! It led me to my passion and has allowed me to live it out!

We had the pleasure of working with Hannah for our City Hall ceremony day. She was a great communicator and kept us in the loop in regards to timing/location. The way Hannah navigated City Hall was truly incredible - we are still blown away how she got so many photos in one hour! People see our photos & think we rented out the space - but nope, Hannah was somehow able to get all of our photos with no bystanders in the background! She felt like an old friend, and any nerves we had for a) getting married or b) doing such a personal shoot with a stranger disappeared immediately. Thank you, Hannah!
Tracy S., a year ago
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Jenna Rae 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6

i believe in capturing your day as it unfolds. documenting what is happening not dictating it. making sure those little detailed moments don’t go unnoticed. there is so much beauty to be told when you just let things happen as they will. i study what is in front of me, in real time — the people, the emotion, the light when it hits a certain way and then encapsulate it for you. i am deeply rooted in my feelings and want my images to reflect that as well as reflect the emotion of the day. my hope is that you can look back at your images and relive every loving moment.

Jenna is a true artist and amazing at what she does! The photos she shot for our wedding were way beyond your standard affair and belong in a gallery. She is extremely professional and kept a low profile throughout our big day. Jenna captured not only the obvious moments but also the sweetest in between candids we could never have anticipated and didn't see until after we got our photos back, like a grandmother's hug or the groomsmens' teary eyes during our vows. Hire Jenna for all your photo needs- you will NOT be disappointed!
Emily + M., 4 years ago
Jim Lee Vision 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Hello, I’m Jim Lee — a fine art wedding photographer specializing in authentic documentary storytelling. Over the past 12 years, I’ve photographed 200+ weddings across 50+ national and international destinations, capturing refined compositions and genuine, emotional moments. Recognized as one of Junebug Weddings’ Best of the Best 50 photographers worldwide, I create timeless, cinematic images that preserve not only how your day looked, but how it truly felt — beautifully, honestly, and uniquely yours. It means so much to me to get to help you celebrate your relationship in a way that feels true to who you are.

My wife and I were browsing IG during wedding planning when we saw Jim's photos of another wedding at our selected venue. Viewing those pictures, my wife and I just loved the angles and composition of Jim's photos and knew that Jim would be hard to beat. Something I didn't realize before I got married was how much time you spend with your photographer on your wedding day. I think I probably spend more time with them than I did with my actual wife and groomsmen. Having say that, I was glad that Jim and Ryan were my photographers. They were really cool, funny guys to chat with throughout the wedding and you can tell they were passionate about getting the best photos they can get out of my wife and me. I appreciate they were always want to try out new poses, new angles, and new props so that the pictures stand out. Jim was also a great photographer for our families as he knows Chinese and was able to give out great instructions even to my family members who didn't speak the best English. It was pretty funny too when we weren't quite sure what we were doing during the Chinese tea ceremony and Jim was able to step in and give us some instructions. We got our wedding photos a month after our wedding date and we were not disappointed. Jim's selection of curated photos that he touched up were all amazing and were all worthy to be set as wallpapers on our phones. They were simply more interesting to look than most typical wedding photos we've seen elsewhere. And honestly, even the rest of the photos that weren't touch up or part of the curated batch were amazing to look at.
Jack, 4 months ago
Diana Rothery Weddings 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

I am a documentary and commercial photographer based in San Francisco, California, living amongst the fog with my little family that includes a wiener dog named Angus. One of my favorite childhood pastimes was flipping through the thick pages of my grandparents’ wedding album. I can still remember the smell of the leather binding, and the way the photographs curled up at the ends.

Diana is just amazing. We had high expectations based on her stunning portfolio, and she somehow still exceeded them by a mile. She captured so many beautiful photos of us, our family, and all our guests, and somehow did so without ever interrupting a special moment or the flow of the day. She also did an amazing job of capturing both “classic” wedding shots (first look, first kiss, etc.) and more artistic shots and candids (which are so beautiful that we would buy them in a gallery even if we didn’t know the people in them). And she is just a lovely person. We could not recommend her more and hope we’ll have the opportunity to be photographed by her again one day
Sarah B., 6 months ago

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