The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

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639 Wedding Photographers in San Francisco, CA

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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

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Best vendor for our wedding! I'm really glad to have found them!
Stacy G., 5 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography 

4.5

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.

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., 7 months ago
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Meraki Art 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Francisco, CA
  • Offer

MerakiArt specializes in wedding photography that beautifully captures your love story across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. From engagement sessions to wedding day coverage, our services encompass every moment, ensuring you receive timeless photos that reflect the joy and authenticity of your celebration. Our modern documentary style creates a relaxed atmosphere, helping you and your guests feel at ease in front of the camera.

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Absolutely delighted with the service Meraki provided! From the initial consultation to the final delivery of our photos, the entire experience was exceptional. She was not only incredibly professional but also personable, making us feel at ease throughout the day. Her attention to detail was remarkable, capturing every special moment beautifully and naturally. The quality of the photos exceeded our expectations; they were vibrant, well-composed, and artistically crafted. We were also impressed by Meraki's punctuality and organization, ensuring that everything ran smoothly without any hitches. The turnaround time for the edited photos was quick, and the final product was presented in a beautifully designed album that we will cherish forever. Overall, we couldn't be happier with our choice. They played a significant role in making our special day unforgettable, and we highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch wedding photography!
Joey, a year ago
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Khariza Rae Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

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 and her assistant did a 10/10 job! From the very beginning, their communication was clear, easy, and simple, making the process extremely smooth. The quality of her work is incredible - their photos are sharp, classic, and super classy. Khariza did a great job of making us feel comfortable and confident throughout both photo shoots, and she expertly directed our family members during the City Hall shoot to ensure we got all the right shots, even when other people at City Hall were in the way. We are thrilled with the final results and couldn't be happier with our photographer choice! We recommend Khariza for all your photography needs!
Jon S., 9 months ago
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Ron and Trinity Studios 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300

Clean. Simple. Minimal. Keeping a candid nature in capturing the rare and truest emotions of our couples. We believe that itself is perfection. The sight of a simple, yet bizarre snapshot of priceless moments makes it best and natural.

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We are so happy we chose Ron and Trinity for our engagement and wedding photos! Their professionalism, attention to detail, and creativity were so impressive. They made everything so easy and stress-free since they were so flexible. They even helped build our wedding day timeline when asked, to get the most efficient coordination. They really know how to capture every moment perfectly, even the small, intimate details we would have missed. Both my husband and I get uncomfortable with cameras, but we felt so comfortable with them, and their warm, friendly demeanor made everything feel so natural. We're absolutely in love with our photos and couldn't be more grateful for the memories they've given us that will last a lifetime. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only talented but genuinely passionate about their craft, we can't recommend these two enough. We are so grateful to have had them as part of our special day!
Jade M., 6 months ago
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Misha Velasquez 

5.0

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

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!

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Misha Velasquez was the perfect proposal photographer for us. Their communication style was detailed, forthcoming, and timely throughout the entire process. The quality of their work and the value they provided was exceptional - their photos were candid, encapsulating, and thoughtful. They contributed to our special day in meaningful ways, like coordinating the timing with friends and I to ensure a good surprise proposal, and being very thorough in discussing what I was looking for in the pictures to ensure I was happy with the outcome. I would highly recommend Misha Velasquez to any couple looking for a talented and professional wedding photographer.
Matthew S., 2 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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Gleb from Sfilm is outstandingly talented and professional photographer. We found him and hired him for our engagement shot and wedding later . He was reliable,punctual,creative,and very polite. Its also pretty amazing how many vantage points he can get in one shoot - its like he everywhere! We would hire him again for any event and highly recomnend his service
Alyx R., 7 months ago
Annalee Photography 

5.0

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

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, 8 months 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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5 stars doesn't seem like nearly enough recognition for Jazmín and her absolutely beautiful work. From day one with us, she was incredibly kind, and sought out to learn more about us as both individuals and as a couple, to better capture the essence of who we are throughout our engagement shoot and wedding alike. She is so very talented and has such an incredible eye for the beauty in her clients, the world around them, and has such a deep perspective on how to blend all of these aspects together to ensure that you have these memories for the rest of your life. The days following our wedding, I felt very melancholy, as I had felt our fun filled day had gone by too fast. Now, with Jazmín's astonishing pictures and her ability to capture raw emotion in every frame, my wife and I have the blissful opportunity to relive our day together over and over and over again. Not to mention, she is an absolute sweetheart and made us feel so very special in so many ways. I PROMISE you needn't look any further when searching for a photographer to help you immortalize your special day with your loved ones.
Ryan S., 8 months ago
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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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Our experience with Sarah was absolutely fantastic. From the beginning, communication was smooth and effortless, with prompt responses to emails and even video conferences to discuss details. Our photography package included an engagement photoshoot in addition to wedding photography. The quality of the photos from both our engagement session and wedding day was outstanding. One of the highlights was receiving a few 'preview pictures' shortly after each shoot, allowing us to enjoy some beautiful moments right away. The pricing was transparent, and the payment portal was easy to use, making the financial aspects stress-free. Throughout the process, Sarah provided invaluable advice on shot lists and was incredibly easy to work with when it came to posing. If we had a specific idea or location in mind for a photo, she not only took the lead but also enhanced our vision beyond what we could have imagined. She also emailed us ideas and example photos for different locations for our engagement photoshoot, helping us make our vision a reality. On our wedding day, Sarah took many photos throughout our events, including getting ready in the bridal suite, first looks, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, speeches, and reception. She was excellent at directing our family members to ensure we got all our posed family photos. Sarah also took some beautiful shots of just us post-ceremony. Throughout the dinner and reception, we felt at ease and relaxed knowing Sarah was there capturing every moment. Beyond the professional aspects, our interactions with our photographer made us feel like we were working with a close friend. She always helped us to feel comfortable in front of the camera, despite us being introverted and inexperienced with being professionally photographed. Her support and encouragement throughout the planning process and on the day of the wedding were truly appreciated and added to the overall wonderful experience. We highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a talented and personable photographer for their special day.
Zachary R., 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 and Jackson of Photoflood Studios changed our entire wedding experience for the best, and we couldn't be more thankful that we selected them as our photographers. When we started the wedding planning process, it was overwhelming and a little intimidating, especially when we started looking at vendor prices. My husband and I both knew that we wanted to spend the money on a quality photographer because the photos are something we will have forever. When we started browsing, we didn't feel connected to anyone's work until we saw C+J's website. I instantly knew that this is who I wanted, and it didn't take much convincing to get my husband on board. It felt SO good to check photographer off our list early in the game. One thing I loved was that Courtney met us in person to discuss our visions and just to get to know each other before we committed to a contract (it's a big commitment, people!). I emailed her within 48 hours that we wanted to work together, and the rest is history. My husband and I decided we could not afford a videographer, so instead we knew we wanted two photographers. BEST. DECISION. EVER. Courtney and Jackson handled our engagement session and wedding day so seamlessly, it was like they'd been taking our pictures our whole lives! And, we had never had professional pictures taken before! But, I read online that engagement photos are a good warmup and practice for wedding pictures (highly recommend engagement pictures for anyone who is unsure). These two are the epitome of a dream team. We were nervous for our engagement pictures, but they made us feel so comfortable and confident. They also took the time to go to the wedding venue ahead of time and scope out some great locations for our bridal party and newly wed shots. C+J were HUGE proponents to making our wedding day a success. They transformed into photographer/time keepers/event planners - I think they are super heroes!!! Our wedding experience was so flawless with them capturing our special day. We requested a "mega selfie" with us and all our guests, and they made that happen! We snuck off during dinner for the sunset newly wed shots, and they personally drove us around chasing the sunset. It's inexplicable how wonderful these people are. They are so much more than talented photographers, and we are so fortunate to now call them friends. Something else that was really important is that even with all of their photoshoots and other clients, Courtney ALWAYS responded to my emails in a timely manner. She was so on it, and that made me feel really valued and heard. I appreciated that so much, because I was a nervous bride who didn't know what I was getting into. The fact that I always got an email response in a timely fashion was huge brownie points in my book. AND, they send you sneak peeks!! Literally the day after our engagement shoot and wedding day, they sent us a bunch of sneak peeks! There is literally nothing better than getting a taste of your special memories to hold you over until the full gallery is ready. If you are on the fence about photographers, know that your time with C+J of Photoflood Studios will be one of the best parts of your wedding. They want to capture you and your partner as you are, and will never make you feel posed, uncomfortable, or phony. I could write a book about these two and how incredible they made our wedding day. But I'll stop here and just make one final point: Hire them....You will not regret it!!!
Kaitlyn + B., 5 years 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., 3 months 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.

As someone who is camera shy and tends to feel self-conscious in front of the lens, I was nervous about being photographed on such an important day. But Barbara & Shaylyn blended into the background so seamlessly that I didn’t even notice when they were capturing moments. When I saw the photos, I was blown away. The gallery was stunning—beautifully editorial while still feeling authentic. They managed to capture all the right moments, with perfect smiles and emotions that truly reflected the joy of the day. I couldn’t be happier with my gallery and prints—they are absolutely gorgeous and will be treasured forever.
Jennifer, 6 months 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.

The Experience - My husband and I are both pretty camera shy, so it was really important for us to find someone we felt comfortable with. Vincent managed to win over my introverted husband in a surprisingly short period of time, and was easy to talk to about what we were looking for. Vincent was helpful in guiding us through poses for our couple portraits and also impressed us with how he made our friends and family comfortable throughout the day. The Photos - We wanted lovely photos that we could treasure, but we didn’t want all of the pictures to come out overly filtered or washed out. Vincent’s photography stood out to us because it feels authentic and timeless at the same time. He got the previews and photos back to us in a timely fashion after the wedding, and we were thrilled with how the pictures came out. There was one photo that we wanted something small photoshopped out of the background, and Vincent was accommodating in making that edit that we requested after receiving the photos. The Communication - With so much going on right before the wedding, it was helpful that Vincent checked in on us for things he needed a couple months ahead of time. This helped us know what to figure out and gave us buffer if we were late on getting back to him. He was always quick to respond to our questions, and as mentioned earlier, he was great at communicating after the event as well. Overall if you can get on Vincent’s calendar, I’d happily recommend our wedding photographer to anyone
Y L., 3 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., 5 years 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, 6 months ago
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Lindsey Denman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves San Francisco, CA

I want to make your images FEEL like your life, FEEL like you -those are the images that will last generations. I will greet you with a scrunchy nosed smile and make you feel like your best friend from the moment we meet! I love the art of photography and absolutely love creating with humans and telling stories through my lens! I learned how to shoot on a film camera that my dad gave my in 7th grade -I still bring it with me when I travel, and will add film to your session if you'd like! Shoot me an email or check out my website or IG for more content! (: Can't wait to meet!

Awarded Best of Zola
We were so lucky to have Lindsey as our photographer! She stuck with us through our 1+ year pandemic-induced wedding delay and was a pleasure to work with. She showed up on time, put the family at ease, and didn't miss a beat. Her photos were amazing and we couldn't be happier.
Emily & J., 4 years 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, 5 years 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., 4 months 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.

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It has been my pleasure to work with Misti Layne for many years. Misti is a free-spirit who uses her beautiful heart to capture the beauty around her. She sees with her heart as much as with her well-trained eye. Misti is a dream to work with and puts her clients first. If you need a talented photographer for any reason, you can not do any better than the beautiful Misti Layne! Gwen Helbush, President, Where To Start, Wedding Management
Gwen Helbush, 5 years ago
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!

We booked Mary for our micro wedding and she blew us away! We only booked her for an hour, but I feel like we got a whole days worth of amazing photos! She was easy going to work with and very attentive to making sure there weren’t distractions in our photos. 100% recommend
Liz, a year 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., 5 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., a year ago
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Hannah Leigh Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,100

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., 2 months ago
Onelove Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900

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.

The Onelove team is the best of the best! I hired them for our wedding photography and I am blown away by the end result. We have beautiful photos that captured the day, our family, and emotions perfectly. When the pandemic altered our plans completely, they responded quickly and with empathy to help us move forward with a new plan. The photography coordinator is super organized and helps take the stress off your shoulders with clear communication and expectations. I look forward to working with them next year for our rescheduled reception!
Amanda and S., 5 years ago
Pete Muniz Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Offer

With over 5 years of freelance photography and design experience, I bring a lifelong passion for capturing life’s most memorable moments. Specializing in event and wedding photography, I focus on both candid and professional shots to tell the complete story of your special day. My eye for detail extends to real estate and architectural photography, where I highlight the craftsmanship and unique features of each project. Whether it’s an intimate wedding, a corporate event, or showcasing your property, I’m here to turn your moments into timeless art. Let’s create something unforgettable together!

Peter did an amazing job on my headshots. He had them edited and returned to me in no time! I highly recommend Peter for your photography needs.
Clint, 10 months ago

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