Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in San Marcos, CA

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Love by Justina

5.0

Framingham, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

LOCATIONS - Offering Special Rates + Airfare Fee Waived) - CA, HI, IL, PA, GA, VA, MD, FL, NV | Hey! Justina here. You'll probably find me at your local thrift shop with my iced coffee in the dead of winter listening to gospel or rnb music in my ear while shopping for records and broken cameras. When i find spare time i play apex legends or attend creative events. my guilty pleasure is reality tv and crime documentaries.

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I knew from the minute I saw her work that she was the one! She was absolutely amazing to work with! I not only love her editing and photography style, but I love her work ethic. She truly takes care of her clients. My fiancé and I have never taken professional photos together and she made us feel so comfortable to be in front of the camera. We couldn’t stop laughing and she really captured our personality as a couple. We couldn’t recommend her enough and I’m so excited to be working with her again for our wedding!
Abigail Dumo, 6 months ago
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KMT Photos

5.0

Wilsonville, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey babes, I'm Khali! I'm a wedding photographer based in Portland, Oregon capturing ALLLLL the love! I love candid, raw and authentic moments. My photography shouldn't feel posed or unnatural. It should be all about documenting you for who you really are; whatever your love language may be. I will always do everything I can to make sure your day is spectacular. Transparency is super important to me, so if you have any questions - just ask!

I have been a wedding planner in the Portland area since 2016 and work with one of the largest and oldest wedding planning groups in the PNW, Your Perfect Bridesmaid. I’ve have the pleasure of working with many photographers in the last few years, some stand out but none like Khali. She and I were lucky enough to work a very beautiful, unique, but challenging, wedding this fall and she more than delivered for the client while supporting me and my team. Her communication, professionalism, relationships with vendors and clients is unparalleled. Not only will you get phenomenal photographic memories to keep for the rest of your life, you’ll likely get a friend out of the decision to work with her as well!
Natalé Foley, 2 years ago
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Milieu

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

The word ‘milieu’ defines how we want to capture your wedding: as whole of scenery. Any experience is the result of a series of moments and feeling of our interaction with others. Images can recreate those intangible elements more fully in our mind, allowing us to relive our emotional experience long after the day has ended.

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Salvatore did an amazing job with the photography for our wedding. He went above and beyond for us. Very professional and took lots of time and care handling our special day. The price and his work is exceptional for his service. I would definitely recommend him and will use him again for any future occasions.
Carrie C., a year ago
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Summer St Films

5.0

Boston, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

At Summer St Films, we have an eye for all things cinematic & beautiful and aim to help tell your story through all the real & raw moments. We offer a fully cohesive and intentional photo and video experience that aims to see the tiniest seconds of a moment, document it truthfully, and take a step back to view it artistically.

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Cassie was absolutely incredible to work with in every aspect. She was super easy to communicate with before, during, and after our photoshoot and responses were extremely timely. During the photo shoot, she was easygoing, professional, and provided a lot of helpful guidance when needed. She took the time to understand our vision, what we were looking for, and went the extra mile to make the session so special. The results are INCREDIBLE! We are blown away with the pictures and recommend working with Cassie to anyone looking for high-quality work. We hope to be able to work with her again.
Clarissa A., 2 years ago
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Jaime Denise Photo

5.0

Spokane Valley, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi, I'm Jaime! I am so glad you've stumbled across my page. A little about me and my values: I love to tell love stories of honest human connection. I care about how I can represent who you are in your truest form. Your moments are meant to be captured and preserved in the most beautiful way possible. If this appeals to you and you are looking for a super fun new best friend to join you on your journey, I'd love to chat with you and be apart of the best day of your life!

I’ve worked with Jaime at weddings and on shoots. Every experience I’ve had with her has been nothing but amazing! She’s got such a calming, comforting energy which is so nice to work with on a wedding day. Brides always seem to have made a friend in her. Plus the photos turn out absolutely stunning. When working with her on a shoot… she made me feel so comfortable and confident. I sometimes have trouble looking at a photo of myself without picking myself apart. But I truly loved every photo she took. She’s got such a good eye, and is so well versed in photography! I even got a bunch of film photos back from her, which are my absolute favorite! I will forever recommend Jaime!
Courtney, a year ago
Kim-Trang Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

After working 10+ years in corporate America in NYC, California and traveling the globe, I found myself wanting more than what the traditional career path had set for me. I stumbled into photography while I was on maternity leave with my oldest and started a side hustle that I had no idea was going to turn into a complete career change years later. From the very first wedding I shot, I knew I was onto something. And ever since then, I haven't looked back.

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Kim is so easy to work with , she made it so easy for my fiancé who doesn’t like photos. She made the day of the shoot fun! Kim has a very unique style of shooting and editing pics which makes her an AMAZING photographer.
Isabella D., 2 years ago
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Kylee B Photography

5.0

Wrightsville, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

With my heartstrings always pulled by nostalgia, I find myself artistically influenced by anything from the laid back vibes of the 70’s to the punk rock aesthetics of the early 00’s. As a hopeless millennial, probably trying a bit too hard to hold onto her youth, I always try to bring a fun and lighthearted energy everywhere I go. Life is just too short to sweat the small stuff, peeps! Please inquire on my website contact page! <3

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WOW!! That's what first comes to mind when we think about what it was like to work with Kylee. Also, we should note here that this review is going to be long because we love her and loved working with her so much. When we were exploring photographers, it was really important to us that not only was it important to have beautiful photos, but also that we'd be able to work with someone who we'd want to hang out with and even someone we'd be happy to invite to our wedding. Before even meeting with Kylee, we loved how clear it was (via her website) that she has a killer personality, and also that she puts her couples' personalities in the spotlight. When we had our initial consult with her, the first half was really just chatting about little nuggets we'd put in the inquiry questionnare - aka, learning we shared a massive love of board games with Kylee, and also that we 100% want to be friends with her in the real world. Her follow up email wasn't even just a "hey, will you be booking me?" - in fact, it had nothing to do with that, but rather her asking for board game suggestions for an upcoming trip. Beyond shared interests, Kylee made us feel super informed about her process, and we got some really great wedding planning tips from her. We also wanted to make sure we worked with people who we felt comfortable asking questions to, as people who tend to feel a little worried about potential confrontation. When we had a question about how some of our wedding color choices might resonate in Kylee's aesthetic, she was not only extremely compassionate in her answer, but also was SUPER informative in a way that was fully digestible by non-photography experts. It was actually this specific exchange that made us book her. Kylee is probably one of the most unique vendors we partnered with because she truly builds a community - she hosted an open house to connect couples both past and present, and is open about how much of a human she is in a way that really resonates. Kylee is game for everything. We love to bike ride and wanted to include our bikes in our engagement shoot, and Kylee was immediately game for it. When we told her we have a signature pose that is...not romatic, Kylee was totally game. In fact, she remembered this on the wedding day and incorporated it into our shotlist at various points without us having talked about it. But let's talk about the wedding day. Kylee and her second photography (Tiffany!!!) had to travel a number of hours for our wedding, which we're sure was not fun, and if that was the case, Kylee didn't let it show at all. She was really such a joy to be around. She commanded peoples' attention when she needed to, and also easily blended herself in to fully capture candids easily. We got so many compliments from our family and wedding party about how awesome Kylee was. Something we really loved when we'd first met with Kylee was learning that her favorite part of a wedding is the dancing (because that's our part too), and we took some specific joy in getting to break it down with her at our wedding. Kylee's photography is second-to-none and insanely beautiful, but really she's one of the greatest people we've met throughout the wedding journey. She's professional, she's thorough, she's really freaking fun, and we're so lucky we got to spend an entire day with her. You really won't regret with working with her!!
Lauren O., 7 months ago
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Meininger Media LLC

5.0

Chesterfield, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I’m Katy, a Michigan based wedding + event photographer. I’ve been photographing weddings since 2016. My love for photography started out when I was about 6 years old. I’m a huge goofball, so if you’ve ever thought “I’ll be too awkward in photos," I know what you mean. We can be goofballs together, and I promise I won’t let you look awkward in any of your photos. A little more about me: I'm a foodie. Send bar/restaurant recommendations please! I spend a good portion of my time at concerts when I'm not photographing anything. I'm also a HUUUUGE Detroit Red Wings fan, if you're into any of that, we'll get along great!

Katy & I met and worked side by side for The Vasquez's wedding back in November of 2023. Right from the get go, Katy was easy to work with. As a wedding DJ I've seen it all. I noticed that Katy worked very well with newly weds and myself. Very fun and easy to work with. We now follow each other on social media and stay in touch hoping to work together again in the future. If you're looking for a photographer that is dedicated, responsible, and eager to shoot your special day, contact Katy ASAP!
DJ Botello Beats, 3 months ago
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Nam Tatum LLC

5.0

Occoquan, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,525
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm a witty human person living with sarcasm, 2 teenagers, a husband, the most adorable pup, and deafening awesomeness. I moved to the States at 9 years old and served in the Marines for 7 years in adulthood. I am too tall for most kid activities and too damn short for most adult activities. I LOVE capturing the raw, unplanned, and candid emotions pouring out of humans. Been doing this sh*t since I was 10 years old! I don't find joy in "cookie-cutter" poses and pictures... I want to capture you JUST THE WAY YOU ARE.

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Nam was truly amazing. She helped make the day go by so smoothly and captured EVERYTHING! She completely understood our vision and helped bring it to light! Once we received our pictures back, we were beyond happy! She really helped capture a perfect day and everyone couldn’t stop talking about her and how great she was!
Katie H., 6 months ago
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Amandha Luiza Photography

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi there! My name is Amandha, but you can call me your professional third-wheel. I’m a 26 y.o Brazilian Denver photographer who’s obsessed with capturing the most imperfect perfect moments of you and your love - especially on your big day - here or wherever you’d like to take me. I’ve been photographing love in all of it's shapes since I was 15y.o so I grew up loving people’s authenticity and their unique way of seeing life and showing themselves. Then I got in love with how amazing it is be able to tell all of their story with a still image. And that’s what I’m here for, tell your love story in the most unique and “you” way possible.

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We were very happy to have Amandha step in at the last minute to be our photographer. She did a wonderful job capturing our special day. We received a ton of beautiful pictures and couldn't be happier with the results. Amandha was pleasant to work with, detailed, professional, patient and just such a sweet human being. Thank you Amandha!
Daniel and K., 2 years ago
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HaloLens Photography

5.0

Pittsburgh, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

CONGRATULATIONS! You just got engaged! :o I'm a firm believer in weddings being a blast, so I do what I can to make sure that your time spent with me is fun, active, natural, and feels like YOU! I'm also a firm believer in doing my part in making your wedding planning simpler for you, because let's face it wedding planning can be a bit overwhelming especially in the beginning. Also, weddings are stupid expensive and the moment you add the word "wedding" to anything the price jumps like 5x which is NOT COOL, and doesn't set couples up for success. So I try to keep my prices low. If you need help paying let me know!

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Having worked with Nick from HaloLens at a wedding recently, I can say nothing but positive things. He brought great energy, was positive, and a joy to work with. They did great work and we're very personal and professional with everyone at the wedding. They worked with me so we could do our best not to get in each others way (Wedding Videographer here!) And it was just a super good and positive vibe HaloLens put out! I would recommend them wholeheartedly for any photo needs! I know that the client we worked with was very pleased having HaloLens there to capture their day and was also happy with the finished product, so they're definitely someone to consider!
James Yealy Visuals, 2 years ago
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Meg Slattery Photography

5.0

Fort Collins, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey! I’m Meg, a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer. I am passionate about two things: building authentic relationships and creating a space for you to come as you are. 🫶 Think of me as your friendly neighborhood photographer whose been at the game for over 7 years – we’ll laugh, enjoy the present moment, and dive into your unique love story.

Meg was absolutely the best on our wedding day! She was so organized through the whole wedding planning process and was great when it came to giving creative ideas in places where I felt I lacked. She was so easy to get along with and did everything in her power to make our day run smoothly! We got our wedding pictures back so soon and they were phenomenal to look back through and remember our day exactly how we felt. She captured all the love & emotions and little details from us, our wedding party, family, and friends. I couldn't have asked for anyone better!
Kierstyn F., 2 months ago
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KNZ Photography

5.0

Saint Paul, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,333
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I’m McKenzie, a photographer who embraces my couples who desire physical visual memories of their connection at any level, so you can have the stages of your relationship captured to look back on and remember all of the little things that feel so big; the way they brush your hair out of your face or beam at how beautiful you are, or even the smallest thing like a hand on your thigh. All of these things help you feel exactly how you felt in that moment. If you are here, you are the brave and courageous people who are willing to step in front of my camera and be honestly you, and who desire a photo gallery that makes you feel something.

KNZ Photography Is so great!! She’s so sweet and makes you feel so comfortable, and the images are gorgeous!!! I’ve worked with her on weddings days and have hired her for my own branding session!
Nicole , 4 months ago
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Tess Leslie Photography

5.0

Austin, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hiya! I'm Tess, an Austin-based photographer with 10+ years of experience telling the stories of my community through photography. I love weddings of all sizes, from adventurous elopements to grand celebrations. My photojournalism background influences my documentarian style, which captures the natural joy and energy of weddings without forced poses. I help my couples feel confident and beautiful in front of the camera just as they are.

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Tess is a dream to work with. She is communicative, timely, kind, and SO FUN to work with. Her work speaks for itself, but from a vendor-to-vendor perspective, she is truly fantastic. I always enjoy working with her leading up to the weddings, and on site she helps keep things moving in a fun, easy way. If I could leave 6 stars instead of 5, I would! Book TLC - you won't be disappointed in the process or the final product!
Molly Mulally, 3 years ago
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Wild Opal Photo + Film

5.0

Greenwood Village, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We are a husband and wife, photo and video team traveling all over the world to capture your special day! We are professional flies on the wall...but like if those flies were wearing shoes. We capture everything from large weddings to elopements.

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Absolutely a star! Courtney was amazing! She was fun and added to the day in a positive way. She searched my venue for the best shots prior to our ceremony so that afterward we could just jump right into it. She wanted nothing more than to give me the best shots from my wedding and that was her priority. I would have her photograph every special moment if I could!
Nicole, 9 months ago
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Kara McCurdy Photography

5.0

Astoria, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,400
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm Kara :) I'm an adventurer, risk-taker, traveler, and wedding+ elopement photographer! I know that you're looking for more than just beautiful wedding photos which is why my work with you doesn't start (or end) there. You deserve an expert- somebody who can give you the best advice & industry secrets. I know the ins & outs of weddings because I live them every weekend & know the very real stress that comes with planning a wedding. Hiring me means being able to rest + relax knowing that everything is taken care of; somebody anticipating your needs before you even know them. I'm your hype girl, confidant, & the one to open the dance floor.

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Hiring Kara as our wedding photographer was possibly the best decision we made for our wedding. She was incredibly flexible with scheduling, both with our engagement photoshoot (navigating around some rainstorms!) and postponing our wedding date due to the pandemic. On our wedding date, Kara was the life of the party bringing excitement, joy, and a calm presence all at the same time. All of our friends and family have said how wonderful our photographers were and how they have never seen any vendor quite like her. To top it all off, our photos are absolutely incredible and a dream come true. She captured moments on our wedding day that I thought only existed in my memory. I highly recommend booking Kara as your wedding or engagement shoot photographer! I know that I will be booking her again for any of our future life events.
Megan S., a year ago
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Kaitlyn Johnston Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I grew up the kid who was obsessed with all of the Disney princess movies and just in love with the idea of “true love”, which has shown itself in SO many ways in my life. My first true love I found was my camera and photography. I picked up my dad's camera for the first time when I was 8 years old and decided at that moment that it was all I wanted to do. I could show people the way I saw the world and to little 8 year old me, that was the coolest thing EVER. It started off as capturing the things I loved, whether that was animals at the zoo, my friends, or siblings… I was ALWAYS shoving a camera in somebody's face.

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I have had Kaitlyn as a photographer for 5 years now. She’s photographed everything for me. Family photos, engagement photos, wedding photos, maternity photos, newborn pictures, professional headshots, and boudoir. They all come out amazing and she is so good at making my family smile in front of the camera. She’s phenomenal at capturing the special moments too!
Anastasia, 3 years ago
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Weirdo Weddings Photography / Pink Light Images

5.0

Carrollton, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm Jen, a magical unicorn who loves capturing YOU! I create safe spaces where you can have the freedom to BE YOURSELF and let your personality shine through! I use Photography as a tool to not only express my inner-artist but to capture unique wedding days in Dallas (DFW) and Destinations around the USA. I recently launched Weirdo Weddings to connect with my fellow weirdos! Let's connect! The more I know about you the better I can serve you! Inclusive/LGBTQIA+ - pinklightimagesdotcom

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WeirdoWeddings It gives me great pleasure to say that my Time working with WeirdoWeddings has been awesome, love working with her. Makes my life a lot easier. She brings a lot of excitement and creativity to all projects.. . Thank you so much
Elizabeth Jones, 3 years ago
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Kristen Ferry Photography

5.0

Portsmouth, RI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I specialize in capturing the unique and untraditional love stories of couples. With a passion for storytelling, I travel to various locations, blending my love for photography with a zest for exploration. I love to document weddings that break free from the norm. Balancing the artistry of photography with the authenticity of each couple's journey, my goal is to create art that beautifully encapsulates their love stories. If your wedding day vision is a whole vibe, and you want a photographer with a little bit of an edge who is down to get weird, let's get in touch!

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Kristen is an amazing photographer with a clear vision for her clients. I have worked with her on a few projects and she always has a smile and is willing to go beyond expectations.
Jenny Murray Weddings, 6 months ago
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Burikitak by Andrea Buritica

5.0

Weehawken, NJ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi, thank you for stopping by! My name is Andrea, I am a film photographer based in NYC, made in Colombia and will gladly come to wherever your day is at! I specialize in portrait, and wedding + couples photography (or "love photography" as I like to call it). My passion is to capture memories that remind you of the love and joy you're surrounded by.

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We are so happy with the pictures Andrea took of us on one wedding we worked together! Thanks to those pictures we got to book so many other weddings to play at. Sometimes photographers don’t pu to much attention to the musicians, understandably so, however it’s so helpful to all vendors at the wedding to be able to get a little footage to promote the work we do.
Ricardo Angarita, a year ago
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Lucien Photography

5.0

Buffalo, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

My name is Trisha Johnson and I am the owner and photographer for Lucien Photography. Looking for a relaxed, goofy, friendly, photojournalistic, creative and professional photographer for your big day? I’m your girl! I am mama to two girls and wifey of to my Hubby, Andrew. We do weddings, engagements, elopement and so much more. Our photography style is very photojournalistic. I want to capture genuine emotions in my clients. Let’s chat about your dream wedding!

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Trisha did an amazing job covering our big day, making us feel so comfortable throughout! We love the sneak peek she provided us (THE NEXT DAY!) so much and cannot wait to see our full gallery. Couldn’t recommend her more!
Alex Z., 8 months ago
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Dasha Murashka

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm in love with human emotions, either it's laughing till it hurts or tears of happiness. When your man hugs you so strong, that you can't breathe or when your dad is crying (for the first time in his life!) listening to your vows at the altar. I do believe, that these un-staged moments are more meaningful than classy portraits on a sunset (but no worries, you'll plenty of both!) If you feel like we are on the same page - let's talk! Write me a few words about who you are, tell me your story and let's create something beautiful together!

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I know Dasha for many years and love working with her both on the weddings and on my personal inspirational projects (she’d shoot a number of my dresses over the years) Dasha is very easy going person, who’s always up for something new and creative.
Viriam Mudrahel, 2 years ago
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Victoria V Photography

5.0

Fredericksburg, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Photography and videography for destination, elopements, and traditional weddings across the Northern Virginia and worldwide. My work focuses on capturing your day authentically so that you can relive your memories and feel the emotions you had in that exact moment.

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Victoria and I worked on a wedding together this Spring, and I immediately liked her easygoing personality! Victoria is warm, and fun, and professional, and creates beautiful art.
True Floral, 7 months ago
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The Bergerons Photo & Films

5.0

Spring, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Weddings are kind of our thing. We are not just a number to you, so you are never seen as just a number to us. We strive to accomplish your vision and dedicate all that we have to ensure you are pleased with what create. In the end, these are your memories, we are just proud and honored to be able to share them with you. When you book us, you can expect our best efforts, for our best clients.

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Enchanted Weddings & Event Photo Film exceeded all my expectations! Ana's creativity is truly unmatched, and her work is nothing short of magical. From the moment we met her, her warm and inviting demeanor instantly put us at ease. Ana's passion for her craft shines through in every interaction, and her genuine enthusiasm made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. Not only did she capture the most beautiful moments of the special day, but her kind and caring nature also made us feel like family. If you're looking for a photographer and filmmaker who will not only deliver stunning results but also make you feel valued and cherished, look no further than Ana. She's a true gem, and I can't recommend her enough!
Rae B., 3 months ago
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Kelsey Sheehan Photography

5.0

Norton, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Kelsey Sheehan Photography was founded in 2019. I made the jump into being a professional photographer to follow my heart and work in a career path that I love! When I am not working you can find me baking with country or 90s/00s R&B blasting, sitting by the fire with my neighbors, doing yoga, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, or hiking with my family. Okay, and maybe binge watching Schitt's Creek, Gilmore Girls, or Grey's Anatomy for the hundredth time.

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I knew from the moment Kelsey and I met, she was incredible... When I say incredible I mean it in a few ways. In order to be an incredible wedding professional, well first you need to be amazing at your trade. Whether it be video, planning, music or photo's... You need to be great and Kelsey is. However what sets a great vendor apart from and incredible vendor is two things. Comfortability and Personality! She makes it so easy to be photographed and she's confident at it. This is because of her personality, She's funny, outgoing, and happy! She goes with the flow, takes charge, and produce an amazing product while having fun. It's easy to say she is the best in the biz and you should be confident when booking her.
Mercier Music Events, 2 years ago
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Viva Por Ti Photography

4.8

Pawtucket, RI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

My heart burns with a fierce and undeniable love for photography. It's a passion that runs deep, rooted in the belief that every image has the power to speak to the soul and evoke emotions that can't be put into words. My love for capturing moments behind the lens encompasses all aspects of life. It's these moments of raw and genuine connection that ignite my soul and drive my creativity. Because to me, a photograph is not just about being aesthetically pleasing or technically perfect. It's about capturing the essence of a moment, the emotions that can't be replicated, and the stories waiting to be told.

I don’t even know where to begin. Dominique, I wanted to express my gratitude for everything you did to ensure that Jason and I’d wedding day ran smoothly. I am truly grateful that we chose you to be our wedding photographer. You were not only fun to have by our side but also made stressful moments less stressful. You were assertive when you needed to round up our family for photos, but you did so in a way that wasn’t rude. You went above and beyond, and my loved ones couldn’t stop raving about how detailed you were. I appreciate you beyond words - you are not only an amazing photographer but also a beautiful soul. I feel lucky to know you. Thank you for everything you did.
Gianna & J., 2 months ago
MalikaDanae Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hello, I’m Malika! I am a Portrait & Wedding Photographer located in Sacramento, CA. I currently service Sacramento and the Bay Area but I am always up for an adventure. I have a deep appreciation for the beauty in life and understand how important it is to not only create memories, but to capture them. Photographs are truly timeless.

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Photos weee flawless! I can't stop looking at them! Malika was great to work with she really knows what she is doing.
Egypt, 6 months ago
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Lauren Kay Photography

5.0

Layton, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

For whatever reason, you're here on my page, and I feel SO honored to be one of the photographers you're considering to document one of the most incredible days of your life. THANK YOU. I want you to know, I do things a lil differently. My goal isn't just to document how you looked. It's to document what your love FEELS like. You know that stiff, awkward posing? Yeah. I'm so not about that. You can say bye to those cringy photos and hey to crying + laughing your head off, to dancing + snugglin up, to chasing + holding. Because those are the moments that make a life + I'm here to document your love and life how it looks and really feels.

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I really loved the experience working with Lauren. She did a great job making us feel excited and natural and the smiles we got in our pictures were genuine and it really turned out amazingly. She was also really fast getting the pictures back to us, which was awesome. We had worked with another photographer as well and we are still waiting on pictures! 100% would recommend Lauren!
Brandon, 3 years ago
Fika Foto - Wedding & Couple Photography

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Will & capturing the humanity of moments is what fuels me. The hugs you can feel, the soft touches, the tears falling, the never ending smiles, the moments between mom & dad - those are the ones I want to capture! More of what it FEELS like not just what it looks like. Telling stories has always been my favorite, but words tend to get lost or forgotten so I tell them the best way I know how - through photographs!

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We reached out to Will at very short notice to photograph our impromptu Covid-19-impacted outdoor wedding. We got an almost immediate response. He was very cheerful and professional, and enjoyable to have around at the wedding ceremony. We were extremely happy with the results, too. Will managed to capture many sweet moments and details during our celebration, and the quality of the pictures was great. If we got married a second time, we would gladly hire him again!
Katherine & R., 3 years ago
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Natural Unions

5.0

Columbia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We help outdoorsy lovers get married in beautiful outdoor venues provided by Mother Nature herself. Our couples have the wedding of their lifetime doing things that matter to them with their closest family and friends. We create inexpensive intimate ceremonies in expansive settings in the woods, river canyons, mountain ridges, deserts, or beaches. We give couples an opportunity to create their own ceremonies and trail-blaze their own traditions as they begin their Forever Endeavor Together. And we document it all with stunning, bold, crystal clear photographs that are a reverie both in nature and love.

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We hired Natural Unions photography for our wedding in the redwood state park near our home. They truly captured the majesty and magic of the location coupled with the love and excitement of our ceremony. We will always treasure these beautiful mementos of our wedding. Highly reccomend!
Holly H., a year ago
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Prime Star Visuals

5.0

Hackettstown, NJ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Every person is beautiful, unique and has a story to tell. Allow us to show you how we see you. Focus on what the day is about and everything else becomes secondary. We don't just show up and shoot. We want to ensure that we are constantly and collectively on the same page in regards to the vision of your session. Our goal is to work together with you in hopes of creating something special for future generations to look back on.

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After some research, I decided to go with Prime Star Visuals for part of my wedding. They were very informative from the beginning and responded quickly with great details on my questions. Dave and team present me with many options that would fit my request. All the pictures were fantastic and I was so pleased that I called them back for a family session photoshoot. The entire team were very professional and were prepared with quality and high-end technologies. Satisfied customer and will be calling them back. I wish that I would have used them for our wedding. Pictures were better quality compared to other vendors
Scott & T., 2 years ago
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Datura Photo

5.0

Salt Lake City, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Jules. I like to think of myself as an artistic storyteller. I love capturing LOVE and have been a professional photographer for 12+ years (don’t let the baby face fool you). I want to know what makes you & your partner tick so we can create bomb photos you will cherish your whole lives. I’m huge on collaborating with every couple to make sure your finally gallery matches the overall vision. I would love to share full galleries with you and would be HONORED to create art with you on your dreamiest day! STORYTELLING is the best part of my career! Telling the story of your day in an artistic way is what drives me day in and day out.

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We loved working with Jules! She’s upbeat and makes you feel so pretty when she takes your picture. She is also amazing at communicating and made the prettiest documents with our timeline and reminders. Thank you Jules!
Julia and C., a year ago
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Katelyn Tucker Photography

5.0

San Leandro, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I am an elopement and wedding photographer based in Northern California, who shoots for the fun quirky weirdos who are unabashedly themselves. I capture the perfection that you are while having a laugh and (almost assuredly) crying along while you read your vows. My name is Katelyn and I want to meet you!

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We are so incredibly grateful to have had Katelyn as our wedding photographer. Not only is she an extremely talented and professional photographer, she is an amazing human being that was so comforting to have throughout the wedding planning process and on the day of. She is simultaneously playful, flexible, and organic as well as organized and methodical throughout her photoshoots and has taken the best, most extensive set of photos of us as a couple to capture such an awesome moment in time. We had a wedding ceremony and reception with a ton of things going on and huge shot list that Katelyn executed flawlessly and went above and beyond to fully document our big day. Can't recommend her enough!!!
Erica K., 9 months ago
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Banker Creative

5.0

Parma, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

**We are new to Zola but not new wedding photographers.** Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

We are so grateful for working with Joe and Ashley Banker for our wedding. They knew exactly how to keep us calm and grounded. We appreciated the way they communicated with us prior to the wedding and how they kept things moving during the event. They were communicative with our vendors and professional throughout the whole event. Everyone is pleased with the photos and could not stop talking about how Joe and Ashley "flowed" so well as a team while they were doing video and photos. Thank you so much for blessing us with your talents on our wedding day.
Nicole, 5 months ago
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Aesthetic Sabotage Studio LLC

5.0

Hempstead, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hiya, I am Vital (pronounces Vee-tal), and I am a 20 something guy with a camera in my hands and a cheerful smile. I have been a wedding photographer since 2016, and every year I fall even more in love with my job. My fiancee and I have a dog and a cat. We love to travel domestically and abroad, and I can't imagine life without photos. I enjoy reading or listening to books, especially novels and biographies. Alpine climbing, backpacking, and road-tripping are among my hobbies too. There is more to my life story on my website :)

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My husband and I found Vital's beautiful photography through Instagram. As a photographer myself, finding the perfect photographer to capture our wedding in October was a tough decision. From the minute we contacted Vital he was friendly, professional and knew exactly what he was talking about. Vital's style is artistic and documentary and exactly what we were looking for. As part of our wedding package he included an engagement shoot. My husband and I aren't the best in front of a camera but he made us feel comfortable straight away and we had so much fun! The experience of the shoot was just as great of a memory as the photos we received from it. Having Vital shoot our engagement really put our minds at ease that we choose the right person for our wedding. The photos from our wedding were incredibly important to us and it was nice not worrying about them on our wedding day. Vital delivered close to 500 photos of our wedding which really captured every moment of the day. He even agreed to drive to another location after our reception to capture a few more photos for us, which we are truly grateful for. We are beyond happy with how the photos of our special day turned out. We've had so many compliments from family and friends and would definitely recommend him to other couples!
Nicole S., 3 years ago
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Melissa Cervantes Photography

5.0

Burlington, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I have 12 years of photography experience, 6 years in the industry and have shot more than 180 weddings. Safe to say, this IS my passion. Couples and wedding photography can be SO stressful--the pressure to look and be a certain way or follow trends is INTENSE. Wedding stress is real and I am anti it all the way. For my couples, they're job is just to show up and have fun. I will do ALL the rest!

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Mel was an absolute pleasure to work with! So fun, outgoing, professional & made our photos look better than we could’ve imagined!
Maggie and J., a year ago
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Rachael Braun Photo

5.0

Oregon City, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hello! I'm Rachael. I'm a wife, mom and nerd extraordinaire. I love chasing my toddler son around, everything Disney and Star Wars, and (of course) photography. Wedding photography is what feeds my Soul. I love the overwhelming joy that weddings bring out in people, and the details that have been so meticulously planned. You’ve poured so much time, effort and love into this day, and I love being able to help you keep the memory forever!

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We are so happy with Rachael!! She was so fun and sweet to work with, and her photos were gorgeous!! Def recommend her to other couples. She is the real deal!
Jessica, 10 months ago
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Carrie Kizuka Photography, LLC

5.0

Shillington, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I’m a photographer, a mom, a wife, a snowboarder, a surfer, a roller coaster enthusiast, a college instructor, and a former mechanical engineer. I recently earned my Ph.D. in Education (but you don’t have to call me Dr.)! I have an extremely short attention span, am addicted to wearing beanies, and am fueled by chai tea. I'm socially awkward most of the time I'm in public, and I make weird faces when I concentrate to take photos. I dress for comfort and for rolling around on the ground, standing in creeks, and climbing into trees to capture the best angles for my photographs — but I do clean up reasonably well on wedding days!

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Carrie is UHMAZING! We’ve had her photograph our engagement, wedding - flew her to Maui b/c we love and trust her work so much! - and we go back every year for Santa photos. She’s the absolute best and worth every cent.
Ashlie, 8 months ago
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Rayann Marie Photography

5.0

Chandler, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi I'm Ray! I am local to both Arizona and Texas but travel all over without travel fees. I am super quirky, clumsy, and incredibly sentimental. I truly care about documenting your day in a way that honors you and your partner. With 10+ years of experience I love helping my clients find little ways to elevate their day.

Rayann is a wonderful photographer with amazing skill and amazing personality! She makes the experience everything and more than you imagined!
Amanda and S., 25 days ago
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Cassie Rae Design

5.0

Marietta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm Cassie, I am a photographer based just north of Atlanta Georgia. While I absolutely love serving the local couples, I travel too! I enjoy being a part of the biggest day of many peoples lives and I LIVE for watching it unfold and capturing what happens.

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I've worked with Cassie both as a model and makeup artist, and she's SO fantastic. She's great at coaching you through a photo session and ensuring the photos show your best possible angles. I'm a plus sized person and I can't tell you how difficult it is to find someone who knows how to photograph plus sizes and won't alter your figure in editing. She's truly a joy to work with and I couldn't ask for a more personable and professional collaborator.
Emmalyne Braswell, 3 years ago
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LoveDays Photography

5.0

E Sandwich, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,499
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Every moment is unique, every couple is unique. I get to capture my amazing couples and the moments that make them up in really stunning and interesting ways that tell their special story. I love what I do. I have this amazing profession of photographing moments and telling stories through the combined voice of my clients lives and my creative eye. But this is not about me. This is about you. This is about your story, your marriage and your amazing day, why it is unique to your personalities and where you are headed in life.

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Everyone needs a Wayne! This is what we have told everyone over and over again when showing our beautiful wedding and engagement photos. We sincerely cannot wait for the next time we have an excuse to work with Wayne. From the very start of working with him, he had such a thoughtfulness that no else else had. Throughout the whole process he had sentimental touches like congratulatory gifts, personalized business cards for us to distribute with our photo on it, souvenirs from our wedding day, etc. Friends and family loved how he was present but never in the way or distracting, and we agree. The best advice we received was to find a photographer who you like being around because you spend the majority of your wedding day with them, and man they were right. Wayne's energy is exactly what you want - attentive, sharp and aware of his surroundings but cool and relaxed on a day that has it's stressful moments. Wayne does his research and comes fully prepared for ideal and creative shots. Even when everything was all wrapped up, Wayne spent hours of his time to personalize our wedding photo album with the patience of a saint. Simply the best <3
Meredith & B., 4 years ago
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Anton & Natalie Photography

5.0

Nashua, NH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We’re Anton & Natalie - your new adventure buddies! On our first date we spent the day doing what we love most, getting outside. That’s also how we spent our wedding day, and most other significant, life-altering moments in our relationship. We fundamentally believe that the best day of your life should be spent doing what makes your heart sing. You’re not here because you don’t care about your day, you’re here because you care more. You don’t want the ordinary and traditional. You want care more about experiences rather than material possessions. You want the authentic, intimate, and intentional day which focuses on YOU as a couple.

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Natalie and Anton were fantastic. They were super easy to work with and made us feel very comfortable with all things COVID. Our wedding was smaller than originally planned and they just made working with them so easy. They did a fantastic job the day off and we got our pictures back way sooner than I expected. They are great!! Can’t wait to work with them again next year.
Krista & M., 4 years ago
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Taylor Davenport Photography

5.0

Evergreen, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hello Rad People, My Name is Taylor, I am based out of Golden, Colorado. I am a huge animal lover. We have 2 dogs ,2 cats. Plus, Carl our bearded dragon. So, please bring all the animals to your session or event! I have always loved nature and the outdoors. We do a lot of hiking and camping in the beautiful Mountains. My passion for photography started at a young age, I started doing film Photography and developing my own photos before I even picked up a digital camera. I never thought that my love for photography would turn into my career, where I get to photograph people in love in the places they love. Now let’s get Wild!

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We had a great experience with Taylor. From our engagement to our wedding she was great to work with!! Couldn’t recommend her more and she’s pretty rad!!
Micheal + M., 6 months ago
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Saulproduction LLC

5.0

Coatesville, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

At Saulproduction capturing the beauty and emotion of your wedding day is our passion. We specialize in creating natural, timeless images that you and your loved ones will cherish for years to come. From the first kiss to the last dance, we are dedicated to documenting every moment of your special day. With a keen eye for detail and a relaxed, unobtrusive approach, we strive to capture the authentic moments and candid interactions that make your wedding unique. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration, we would be honored to be a part of your love story."

This team was very easy to work with, extremely professional, & provide top quality work.
Vaal, 5 months ago
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jpop photon LLC

5.0

Tucson, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm a wedding and community photographer based in Tucson, Arizona, specializing in natural, story-driven documentation with an eye toward the beauty and wonder of any situation. I strongly believe in authentic documentation of a wedding day, as a collection of memories for the two people joining their lives, but also as a celebration of a new community that they now share, born out of their love and containing endless possibility.

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Julius is AMAZING!! He photographed our wedding and the whole experience was perfect. If you're looking for SUPER QUALITY work with a PROFESSIONAL that is also an incredibly GENUINE nice guy, look no further. He has an artistic eye and he's very skilled with camera equipment and editing software. Hands down the best experience we've had working with a photographer!
Gwendolyn F., 6 months ago
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The Finding Co. - Traveling Photographer

5.0

Wyomissing, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We are a husband and wife team (Mark & Natalie) who are passionate about connecting with people and helping them tell their stories through timeless photography. We love capturing the beautiful, fleeting moments of life and preserving them for you, for forever + always! We specialize in elopements, engagement photos, and intimate weddings.

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The Finding Co. was so professional and yet incredibly personal! They both did such an amazing job at listening to what we wanted and providing it. Plus, the quality of the photos are amazing! I still look at them in shock that they turned out so beautifully.
Celeste M., a year ago
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Andrea Neff Photography

5.0

Tempe, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

In 2021 I quit my day job to pursue my long time love of wedding photography full time... and it's extremely safe to say I have no regrets! I've met the most incredible people through this job, and it fills me up knowing I can give what feels like the ultimate creative gift. I come from a small Illinois town with a large extended family and a circle lifelong friends who might as well be blood. My community, the people I love, and the little things that bond us together mean everything to me. Let me help you celebrate you and yours!

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Andrea is so great to work with. She is personable, fun, and talented.
New Day New Hair, a year ago
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Sugar Rush Photo + Video

5.0

Salt Lake City, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Sugar Rush Photo + Video provides professional and beautiful wedding and lifestyle photo and film that you will absolutely adore for the rest of your life. Let us bring our best friend and let us come video and photograph and soak and document and dirty dance all over your huge, tiny, cheap, free, bajillion dollar, Campsite Elopement, Cancun Destination or Tiny Chapel Wedding and lets just have so much fun together.

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Full disclosure, I've known Lyndi from sugar rush photography since middle school, but I had known from day one of her starting her photography business that one day if I got married I would want her to be my photographer. Even though I knew her, Lyndi far surpassed my expectations. I'd had a few photography sessions with other photogs for other reasons before the wedding and none of them hold a candle to the skill and dedication of Lyndi. Hiring her was like hiring my own personal hype woman. She was cheerful, fast, and professional, and honestly if she hadn't been there helping direct people our little casual campground wedding might have fallen apart. And when I got the photos. OH. MY. GOD. They were beautiful. I knew photos were the one thing I would absolutely have to splurge on and I was NOT SORRY ONE BIT. They turned out beautiful and were 100% worth it.
Sara Hugentobler, a year ago
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Lee & Dixon Studios

5.0

Albany, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi there! We are Sandi and Tessa, two friends who enjoy everything about weddings, from the first phone call to the exit at the end! We photograph in a light, airy, documentary style that our clients love! From the moment you book us, we'll be available to help make sure your wedding photos are everything you dreamed about. We also love making new friends so let's hop on a Zoom call and chat!

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Cannot recommend these photographers enough!! Sandi and Tessa are an absolute treasure to work with. Extremely personable, professional, and were great with children! The photos were exactly what I wanted. It's been over a year and these photos STILL occupy my desktop, TV, and phone wallpapers!
Leslie H., 3 months ago
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Anj Photographer

5.0

Ridgefield, NJ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

One of the most important aspects of a photo is the emotion it conveys. While I have years of training and experience, photographing love cannot be reduced to lighting and angles. ​ Well before your special day. I hear my client's love story. This helps me create eye-catching images that portray the kind of affection that is unique to each couple. I pride myself in being a storyteller-photographer.

From the moment we first met Anj, we knew we were in good hands. Her warm personality and creative vision made us feel comfortable and confident, which reflected beautifully in our wedding photographs. Anj’s creative direction and knack for marrying our ideas with her unique perspective brought a new level of richness and depth to our photos. She captured the essence and energy of our wedding day with an extraordinary attention to detail, freezing the fleeting moments of joy, laughter, and love for us to cherish forever. Perhaps one of the most memorable experiences was the impromptu post-wedding photo shoot in the ocean. Dressed in our wedding attire amidst the crashing waves, we felt like we were in a fairytale, and the photos came out stunning, to say the least! It was an idea that could only have come from a true artist like Anj, who pushes boundaries to create unforgettable moments. Anj’s professionalism shone through in every step of the process. She delivered the meticulously edited photos in a timely manner and maintained open and constant communication, keeping us updated and at ease. In short, Anj didn’t just photograph our wedding; she crafted a beautiful narrative of our special day. We cannot recommend her highly enough. If you want a friendly, imaginative, and reliable photographer who can turn your moments into memories, look no further than Anj.
Mike and G., 5 months ago
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Alisa Sue Photography

5.0

Sarasota, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Alisa Sue Photography is a unique husband & wife photography team that focus on creating images with a balance of organic moments, editorial documentation and portraiture. We are based out of Sarasota, Fl, and are available to travel world wide.

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Having Alisa Sue photographer was the best decision! I found Alisa over instagram and fell in love with her candid style. On the wedding day, Alisa and her husband were personable and fun to work with! It took under 2 months to get the full photos back and we were truly blown away by the results.
Valerie S., a month ago
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Brookklyn Photo

5.0

Phoenix, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Howdy, I'm Brookklyn. I capture moments with intention for those that value true, soulful connections. I have no desire to shoot staged or unrealistic imagery as that doesn't make my soul sing. I'm here to go far beyond that. I'm for the small details. Every glance, every goosebump, every smile. I want to capture your legacy in a way that shows who you both truly are.

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We couldn’t be happier with the incredible work done by Brookklyn for our engagement shoot. From the moment we met, her professionalism and passion for her craft was evident. She took the time to understand our vision and made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process. The resulting photographs surpassed our expectations - each one perfectly capturing our love and joy of the moment. Her attention to detail, creativity, and ability to capture candid moments made for an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend Brookklyn to anyone looking for stunning, timeless photos.
Kathleen J., a month ago
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Grace in Chaos Photography

5.0

Stronghurst, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I've always been a creative at heart, my own mother is an artist so maybe it's genetic? However, photography was never on my radar. One fateful day, a friend reached out to me requesting engagement photos for her and her love. My iPhone and I were absolutely honored at the opportunity! After the debut of those beautiful, phone quality captures, the inquiries came rolling in! I was pleasantly surprised and within months decided it was only right to invest in proper gear. Officially established in 2021, I've been beyond blessed with the chance to meet so many wonderful people and capture their once in a lifetime moments! Anya Grace 🖤

We love working with Anya! She is amazing and fun and so creative!
Danielle, a year ago
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Juan and Emily

5.0

Asheville, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Soon after Juan and Emily got married in 2018 Juan began his photography career as a light technician in LA. Juan studied journalism for his undergrad, and this is when he was gifted his first camera and his interest in photography was sparked. Emily's childhood dream was to be a photographer, and after working for years as an ICU nurse she is able to do just that alongside Juan. We are energized by the creativity that photography brings, and the light and joy we experience from meeting couples.

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I cannot say enough good things about Juan Rodriguez Photography! Juan shot film photos alongside a digital photographer at our wedding. Juan's photos are absolutely beautiful - organic, artistic and distinct. They are some of my favorite photos from the day. The best thing about Juan though is his attitude. His positivity, calmness and proactiveness made a real difference without how I felt on my wedding day. Though our digital photographer had never met him before our wedding, she commented how much she enjoyed working with him. Many of our bridal party made similar comments. He was always looking for ways to help, whether holding bouquets or giving my veil movement outside the frame. Besides being a wonderful photographer, Juan is just the type of person you want with you on your wedding day. I can't recommend him enough.
Kathryn S., 2 years ago
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Lily Magnolia Rose Photography

5.0

New Orleans, LA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I am so happy you are here!! Photography is one of my greatest passions and I want to share my love for it with you. Looking at the bigger picture is my forte. I like framing, natural light, and nature. I strive to capture your love, joy, and journeys as artistically and uncomplicated as possible. I provide guidance and encouragement when necessary, but also direct you into authentic moments. My hope is that 20 years from now you will be able to look back at your memories and feel only the happiest of emotions. I am here to answer any questions, so don't be shy! I look forward to hearing from you!! P.S. I travel! I love an adventure.

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Natalie is an amazing photographer and an awesome person! She took the most beautiful pictures of us for our wedding that we can have forever. We eloped in a simple ceremony with just us two. The pictures we have are amazing and we are so thankful that we have them to share with our friends and family who we didn’t invite (haha). Natalie was a joy to work with; a true professional. She gave us so much guidance leading up to our ceremony. She is a great resource as we came from NY and did not know much about New Orleans. We cannot thank her enough! She is calming and makes taking pictures fun!
Heather C., 2 years ago
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Sam Copland Photo

5.0

Cape Coral, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

You can call me Sam! After photographing 125+ weddings, I know what works, and what I can make work. I'm an all inclusive photographer that loves to travel. I've lived in 3 countries and traveled to 15! Please know I'm not shy of color, especially pink, but I love a good grainy black and white. From Black Tie Weddings to Tropical Elopements, Snowy mountains - I love it allllll. Consultation calls are a must for me! I want to see if you & I will be a good fit, I'm sure you'd like that too! This way I can get a vision for your day, be transparent about my packaging and pricing as well as answer any questions you may have!

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I have worked with Sam on multiple occasions, second shooting for her at weddings. She is very personable, easy to get along with and she is great at communicating. Would love to second shoot for her again in the future.
Nicole Ravosa-Riordan, 9 months ago
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Marla Manes Photography

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi, I’m Marla, and I’ve had a camera in my hands since I could hold one. Travel is what first sparked my love of photography– I felt the need to document every gorgeous landscape in my sights across Europe, Asia, the South Pacific, and here in the States. Once I started taking portraits, though, everything shifted, and I became obsessed with documenting love. I value photos as memories, and they’re extremely precious to me. To me, the ability to freeze a moment in time so you’ll always be able to return to that beauty and joy is nothing short of magic.

Marla is a light of sunshine and would be an awesome pick for your photographer. She is creative and really makes sure she is getting the best shot for your day! Totally recommend!!!!
Gina, 3 years ago
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Cree La Vie Studios

5.0

Wild Rose, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi! I am Anne and I breathe, dream, LIVE for wedding photography. I am head over heels about the whole experience; YOUR whole experience. The art of it, that goes unsaid… but going beyond the photos themselves, I love all the details that go into helping to plan your wedding and being there for you through the whole process. Since 2017, I have captured over 50 diverse couples get hitched. I have collected much insight and I am enthusiastic to pass on advice and support from day one.

We can relive our wedding (nov 2019) over and over again. Extremely personable, professional and organized. There wasn’t a moment missed and everything was perfectly captured.
Tarah, 2 months ago
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Hevesi Journal

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Welcome to our creative world! We are David and Katie, a photo and video dynamic duo from the peach state. But, we are more than just visual storytellers. We want to get to know you and build a friendship that extends beyond our lens. Our goal is to capture genuine memories that you'll cherish for years to come.

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Katie and David were a phenomenal team! Our wedding photos turned out so much better than we could have ever imagined. My husband and I are not super comfortable in front of a camera, but Katie made us feel so relaxed and at ease. Thank you both for capturing the best day ever!
Valerie M., a year ago
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Margarita Photography

5.0

Baltimore, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based right in Baltimore, MD. Originally from Greece. There is nothing that makes me happier than capturing laughter, love, and connections. I believe that everything happens for a reason

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Oh, my shutter-snapping goodness! Where do I even begin with my extraordinary experience with Margarita? Prepare to embark on a thrilling rollercoaster ride of magical moments, boundless creativity, and laughter-inducing escapades. Trust me, folks, this is a review for the books! Now, let's talk about Margarita! With a personality as bright as the sun and an infectious enthusiasm that can turn even the most camera-shy into supermodels, they managed to effortlessly transform the session into a full-blown adventure. Their passion for their craft shone through every click of the camera, elevating the experience from ordinary to extraordinary. What truly sets Margarita apart is their uncanny ability to make every moment feel like a grand performance. Their genius lies in capturing the essence of the moment, ensuring that each shot bursts with life, energy, and genuine emotion. Whether it was a candid laugh, a heartfelt embrace, or a twirl of pure joy, their lens captured it all with absolute finesse. But it wasn't just about posing and striking a good look. Margarita brought an arsenal of playful prompts that had clients channeling their inner Hollywood celebrities to their inner wild-child, every detail was carefully curated to create unforgettable memories. And let's not forget the locations! Margarita masterfully scouted out picture-perfect spots that were as enchanting as they were diverse. Whether they were wandering through sunlit gardens, exploring vibrant city streets, or even striking poses against breathtaking landscapes, each location served as a captivating backdrop that added depth and dimension to our photographs. Throughout the entire process, Margarita effortlessly maintained a sense of camaraderie and warmth, making them feel like lifelong friends rather than mere clients. Their ability to connect with people on a personal level created an atmosphere of trust and authenticity, enabling them to relax and be their true selves. It was this very connection that allowed them to capture their personalities and preserve them forever in the form of stunning photographs. When the final collection arrived, they were left speechless. Each image was a work of art, a testament to Margarita's unrivaled talent and dedication. The colors popped, the composition was impeccable, and the emotions leaped off the page, transporting them back to that magical day. To say that my experience with Margarita was amazing would be an understatement of monumental proportions. They turned an ordinary photoshoot into an extraordinary journey, filled with laughter, creativity, and sheer joy. If you're looking for a photographer who will capture your unique story with style, passion, and a dash of whimsy, then Margarita is your ultimate ticket to photographic paradise! Thank you, Margarita, for making every second count and for creating memories that will forever be etched in their hearts—and on their walls. You are a true artist and a master of your craft. Until our next adventure! Sam
Creation4use, a year ago
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Grace Dreim Photography

5.0

Fort Myers, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Like with anything I do, I’ve put much heart, work and energy into photography. Yet, the most rewarding part are still the emotions, and happy messages I get from my clients. Nothing charges and empowers me more. On your wedding day, you shouldn't have to worry, cause I am there to help you in every way possible. I make sure your dress is all nice and fluffed in every picture, that there is nothing in your teeth, I catch every fly away and I am there to be your hype girl.

Grace is such a talented photographer. Her photos always capture the essence of her clients and the beautiful landscapes. Her skill and talent is no doubt able to shine because of her personality. She's super easy going and always makes you feel comfortable. We recommend Grace for your next session!
Plithos Event Rentals, 3 years ago
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The Archers

5.0

Louisville, NE
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We're Jack and Chelsea Archer, Omaha wedding photographers (who also happen to be married). We believe wedding photos should be equal-parts flattering, classic, and authentic. Before we pick up our cameras, we get to know each of our couples so we know who YOU are and what YOU want! Then we give you a wedding planning guide so you have allllllll the info you need about engagement sessions and wedding days. We want you to know all the secrets, maximize your time and opportunities, and get exactly what you want! We're honored to be voted Best of Omaha for 4 years running!

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If you’re even slightly on the fence about booking The Archers for your wedding, engagement, or special life event photography, DO it. You will not be disappointed! They take such amazing pictures, truly capture the personality of each couple, and make every session fun and comfortable. So many photography websites say they specialize in candid and authentic photos, but Chelsea and Jack truly do. These are pictures you’ll cherish for the rest of your lives and are absolutely worth it!
Emily, 2 years ago
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Path and Pines

5.0

Gilbert, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I’m Zach Beazer! I’ve been shooting weddings professionally since 2016 and before that I have been working in live music and portrait photography. I have shot over 200 weddings and enjoy every minute of every one. I am based in the greater Phoenix area and I am in love with this state and the desert. When I’m not shooting or editing I am usually traveling or camping with my wife and our kiddos.

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We initially hired Zach Beazer to take our engagement photos. We loved the photos and our interaction with him so much, that we hired him to be our wedding photographer. Then, we hired him again to two more times for photo shoots. We love every single photo that we receive from Zach. We can see the intentionality, thoughtfulness, and professionalism in every photo. We have printed out, framed, and hung on our walls many of the photos he has taken of us. It's clear that Zach takes his photography seriously, and he also takes his relationships seriously. Every time we see him, he'll ask about things that we shared with him from the previous photo shoot. We feel very comfortable around him as he has become both a photographer and friend to us. If you are looking for a very professional photographer who is also friendly and fun, Zach Beazer is the photographer for you. If you are more shy and aren't very creative when it comes to poses, Zach Beazer is the photographer for you! He has both fun and practical ways of getting certain facial expressions and poses out of you without making you feel uncomfortable. If you want a photographer who doesn't stick out like a sore thumb at your events, Zach Beazer is the photographer for you. There are so many of our wedding photos that impressed me and my wife and that made us go, "How did Zach get that shot? I didn't even notice him there!" If you want both quality and cost-effectiveness, Zach Beazer is the photographer for you. I've had so many conversations with couples who either regretted paying too much for a photographer that didn't even take good photos or regretted not paying more for a good photographer. With Zach, I was so happy we got such great photos at a reasonable cost. Overall, Zach Beazer is your ideal photographer. He'll be our photographer for life! We are so thankful to God to have blessed us with Zach in our lives as our photographer and friend!
Josh C., 9 months ago
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Wild & Wired Photography

5.0

Kalamazoo, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi! My name is Kendylyn, but some call me Kendyiana Jones because of my love for all things outdoors. I am based out of Western Michigan with my husband and blue heeler Teeko but we are always ready for an adventure and to capture your love story wherever you are. I am a Photographer working to capture the important moments and stories in life. I am drawn to what is real and authentic, and I aim to capture that in all of my work.

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Kendylyn is not only AMAZING at what she does but is also an amazing person as well. She puts so much time and effort into her work and it truly shows. She is a natural behind the camera. She is very knowledgeable about certain poses and has many great ideas! Kendylyn made my fiancé and I so comfortable!! Definitely won’t regret booking with her!
Kaitlyn and J., 9 months ago
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Chamblee lenette photography

5.0

Sandy, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I specialize in documenting weddings! I believe in images that are timeless, true to color, with a touch of moodiness and emotion. Photography is one of the biggest and most important investments you’ll make for your wedding day. Wedding photography isn’t just a financial investment. You’re also investing in a photographer who values and builds that relationship from the start, from planning a custom timeline with you, to going over all the details every step of the way leading up to the wedding day. I want my couples to be as involved in the creative process as I am. It’s all about the experience!

I connected with Chamblee through a wedding we both worked. I'm a florist and always appreciate not only a great photographer but also one that communicates well so I don't feel like I'm a bother. Chamblee lenette photography was the perfect balance of both! I contacted her to introduce myself and then she took the reigns in continuing the communication and getting me access to the photos that could not only highlight her work but show off mine as well! I would gladly work with her again:).
Red Poppy Floral, 3 years ago
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Brenda Millan Photography

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hello! My name is Brenda and I've resided in SoCal all of my life. Living in Los Angeles has given me the opportunity to explore many beautiful places right here in my backyard, I enjoy hiking and backpacking as well as eating all of the diverse food we can find here! How did I get into Photography? A Middle School project that required us to document our everyday lives sparked that interest and I've had a camera with me since then! Having been a bride myself a few years ago, I know how important photos are. I put myself in your shoes and make sure to document all of the small details and moments as well as the can't miss big moments!

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Brenda and Vivianna were simply fantastic. They were communicative, kind, attentive, without ever being underfoot. And they took beautiful photos. I would hire them again in a heartbeat.
Levanna A., 2 years ago
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Alanna Morgan Photography + Videography

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

My name is Alanna. I am a PNW photographer and videographer who thrives to live a life filled with adventure, love, and lots of laughs. I center my work around adventure, authenticity, and true love. It's in the little moments and small interactions between two people that really show how special their love is. Everyone's story is different, every vision unique. We are in this together. I am here to honor and celebrate your epic love story with you through the storytelling magic of photography and filmmaking.

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Alanna was incredibly personable, very easy-going, and flexible with our timeline on our big day. Our photos turned out amazing and she got them to us so much sooner than expected. She captured all the intimate moments and little details. We wouldn't have wanted anyone else photographing our wedding.
Sophia S., 2 years ago
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Jordan Ferrer Photography

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

As a wedding photographer, I'm driven by a profound love for capturing the essence of each wedding in a photojournalistic style. Preserving these moments for eternity is my mission, ensuring my clients can relive their special day throughout their lives. Let us capture your cherished moments in time beautifully.

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Jordan was amazing on the day of my wedding! He captured everything so perfectly. From the signing of the marriage certificate to the beautiful photos on the beach. TBH, in all of my excitement I forgot to think through the shots since ours plans on the location shifted but Jordan was prepared and guided us with pose suggestions and a narrative to tell our love story. To this day (7 years later to be exact) these pictures are still my most favorites. And actually, we loved working with him so much that we called him to take some professional headshots and our holiday cards as well!
Joy, 10 months ago
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Crtvduo

5.0

Draper, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Your hubby-wife photography team from Salt Lake City, Utah, capturing love stories worldwide. Why are we so obsessed with capturing your moments of love and life? Because you’re about to begin a whole new, wild adventure together and your photos will serve as a tangible keepsake for the rest of your lives. This is your story, this is your legacy - and to be given the opportunity to be a part of your memorable journey is something we don’t take for granted.

nothing but love for Camden and Hailey. They did a perfect job at capturing our special day! They were flexible, organized, upbeat, and didn’t miss a thing!! Very kind, humble, fun-loving couple! If you are looking for someone (or even a pair) to capture to special day or any event! I 1000% recommend them !
Logan, 3 years ago
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New Era Wedding Photography

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We're a dynamic team of two who are passionate about capturing every magical moment of your special day. From the first glance to the final kiss, we're dedicated to immortalizing the joy, love, and laughter that fills the air on your wedding day. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for storytelling, we strive to create timeless images and films that you'll cherish for a lifetime. But it's not just about the shots we take- it's about the connections we make. We believe that the best memories are made when you're having fun, and that's why we're committed to capturing those moments that will last a lifetime!

Booking New Era Photography was the easiest and best decision my husband and I made for our elopement. Elsie is ("is" -present tense, because she still is even after providing outstanding service) extremely easy to reach and talk to. She had asked us to create a pinterest board when we booked her and months later, on our elopement day, she is diligently referencing the board and ensuring we get the shots we wanted. To be honest, the adrenaline of the big day (and lack of a full meal) had my mind up in the clouds, so looking back I am SO grateful Elsie was on it. Additionally, she is just the kindest person ever! She made us feel so comfortable and confident in our "poses". She also got sneak peaks over to us even earlier than she had quoted; and there wasn't one I didn't like. Look no further - New Era Photography is what you need!
Ann M., a month ago
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Novachuk Photography

5.0

Florence, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi! My name is Nikholas, I am a wedding and special event photographer based in Arizona. My photography journey started about 8 years ago when I got my first camera as a gift, slowly evolving from a hobby into a passion that I pursue every day. Throughout my journey, I've always felt most drawn to working with people and documenting their emotions. We all live very unique and special lives and being able to capture and share those moments that are so real, so full of pure feeling is...amazing. The best photos are felt, not seen.

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Nikholas was a pleasure to work with, he is such a talented photographer and was excellent at communicating his vision! He even sent me photos of my work afterwards! I recommend him to all my clients looking for a high quality wedding photographer!
Ali, 6 months ago
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Fresh Feature Photography LLC

5.0

Olathe, KS
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I am a wife, mother, teacher, and photo & video creator. I started taking my baby's pictures with a beginner's camera and fell in love. Now I'm a professional photographer and videographer, serving clients by listening to their needs, being flexible, skillful, and prepared. I'm proud to be an insured LLC with a storefront. I can confidently say that your memories will be preserved forever if you choose to work with me.

Elishea is a wonderful photographer and super easy to work with. Our engagement set was fun to do and the photos came beautifully. There were about zillion photos of the wedding and I don't think there was a bad one. Plus she had a better hold on the schedule than I did day of! Truly a joy to work with and wonderful results.
Phoenix, 3 months ago
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Casey Swogger Photography

5.0

Greenville, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Small town mom and wife, I find the most fulfillment working with brides and grooms capturing their special days! I’ve been photographing for 5 years and recently refocused all my attention to weddings!

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I love how easy it was to get along with her & how workable she is! Would highly recommended her to anyone! I absolutely love how my wedding pictures turned out!!!!
Brooke B., a month ago
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The Double Shot Project

5.0

Beaverton, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We are a husband and wife photo/video team based on the West Coast. We travel worldwide and document your love in a candid, nostalgic, journalistic style. Whether it's a high-scale wedding in the city or an intimate elopement in the desert - we are here to capture your story in an authentic and beautiful way! We believe in building genuine connections and friendships with our couples because that trust shows through in the photographs and films we create together. What's most important to us is preserving your memories in a way that you remember what it felt like in that moment.

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I feel so lucky to have found Coral and Spencer through Instagram! I did my fair share of research and fell in love with their style. We met and they understood our vision impeccably. Our photos are stunning and something we will continue to treasure.
Angelynn A., a year ago
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Christina Aleza Photography

5.0

Cape Coral, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I am a self taught photographer and a full time registered nurse. When I’m not in my scrubs, I love gardening, photography, and spending time with my family. My favorite thing about being a photographer is helping others see how beautiful they are while capturing their authentic self.

Christina is an amazing person, very talented and our brides love her. Thank you, Christina, for capturing our brides' wedding day so beautifully.
BACIO BACIO BRIDAL, 2 months ago
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Mina Sisley Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Mina Sisley is an editorial documentary photographer based in NYC and specializing in digital and film photojournalism of your biggest life moments all over the world. Her style is a perfect combination of fashion in motion and honest nostalgia giving her photos a unique and fresh look while still being timeless heirlooms you will want to pass down for generations.

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I just want to start out by saying my fiancé and I are the literal worst when it comes to being in front of a camera. We’re awkward, we’re stiff & we joke too much lol. When looking for a wedding photographer I wanted to find someone of course who had talent and beautiful editing skills but I also wanted to be comfortable, I wanted something personal with my photographer. And boy did I hit the jackpot with Mina! Her skills are INCREDIBLE. Our photos are absolutely stunning and I’ve received so many compliments. Not only that but we received our photos so quickly. A lot of people only give you the bare minimum edited photos but she edited almost every single one!! I absolutely love her to death, she made my fiancé and I feel so comfortable that we were able to open up and I feel like she truly captured who we were. Not only did I secure the best photographer but I’ve also made a lifelong friend. 10/10 recommend
Haley, 2 years ago
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We Do Weddings

5.0

Tempe, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Welcome to "We Do Weddings," where love meets artistry, and moments are forever preserved. We're Jared and Quinn, not just business partners, but a couple who share a deep passion for capturing the most cherished memories of your special day. Our journey into the world of wedding photography and videography began as a shared dream—a dream that brought together our love for storytelling, our appreciation for timeless elegance, and our fascination with the candid, unscripted moments that make every love story unique.

As local wedding planning company, we can't recommend We Do Weddings for your photo and video team enough! They're the perfect balance of professional and approachable. Their top notch work speaks for itself, but what sets them apart is their knack for making couples feel at ease. We've had nothing but positive feedback from our clients about how fun and natural the experience was, even from the most camera shy individuals. Quinn and Jared are organized and dedicated to making each couple's experience memorable. If you want stress-free and beautiful photography and videography, We Do Weddings is worth every penny!
Joyful Journey Engagement, 8 months ago
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Loui Photography LLC / Loui + Co

5.0

Saint Paul, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Like many people, I spent 10 years within corporate America and although I am thankful for my experience, it wasn't feeding my soul. I can be honest and say that I learned so much- my customer service skills, high-level organizational & strategy skills, and my overall work ethic comes directly from my experience within a regular ol' 9-5. However, I've been able to pair what I learned the last 10 years with my passion for photography, and have built this business to provide a stellar experience, the same one I would expect if I were getting married. Below I'll dive into what sets Loui apart, and I hope to hear about your upcoming day!

Meg made us feel so comfortable from the moment we met her. Our photoshoot felt like just hanging out with a friend, we were so at ease I almost forgot we were in front of a camera! If you’re looking for a photographer to make you and your partner feel special, and get some BOMB photos, I highly recommend Meg!
Hannah & A., 3 years ago
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Ria Georgia

5.0

Santa Ana, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,750
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi! I'm Ria, but my friends call me Ri. I'm a Southern California based photographer traveling worldwide for weddings, elopements & love. There's nothing that makes me happier than making other people feel fucking GREAT about themselves. I care about eternalizing your story, no matter your race, gender, sexuality or body type — i’m here for you.

If you are looking for a photographer, you need to hire Ria ASAP! As a planner, I've seen Ria in action throughout all the stages of planning and she helps guide her clients every step of the way. Not only will she help nail down the perfect engagement shoot location, but she helps plan out your photo timeline for the wedding day to make sure she captures all those dreamy romantic details! Her work absolutely speaks for itself, but she's able to capture the shot every time because she puts her clients at ease and helps bring out the intimacy between them in a way that translates to the perfect photo. Ria is an absolute gem and I can't recommend her enough!
Jessica - AEP, 2 years ago
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Nexum Photography LLC

5.0

Saint Cloud, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi! I’m Gabriela, but you can call me Gaby! I’ve been a photographer and storyteller for more than seven years. It’s something I’ve always been passionate about… Creating Art. I know love, I know how deep it is and I can see the undeniable connection between two people. I’ve always believed we all should love WITHOUT FEAR. I want my photography to be a storytelling, natural, authentic, and timeless piece of art that reflects what’s truly there. To make love transcend the screen and make people feel it, because… Love has NO BOUNDARIES.

Gabriela was great to work with! She assisted me at a wedding and was punctual and creative! Would definitely hire her again!
Sandy Blanco, a year ago
Teri Ziegler Photography

5.0

Onalaska, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hi friends!! Im Teri, a full time photographer located out of La Crosse, Wi. In my free time I LOVEE to travel, walk my dog, hangout with friends, and watch Netflix! I've had a passion for photography since I was 14 years old and then started my business when I was 18! I absolutely love capturing love!!

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Teri Ziegler Photography was easily the best choice we made throughout our wedding planning. Immediately upon booking, Teri made us feel special. Our engagement session was beautiful, flawlessly executed and so much fun! Then Teri helped us create a seamless schedule for our wedding day and wow…. She made our day even more special than we could have ever imagined. She captured our love perfectly and made us feel like we were in a movie! We cannot recommend Teri enough. She is professional, communicative , prompt, talented, fun, creative and the sweetest soul you’ll ever meet!!
MacKenzy and J., 8 months ago
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Nadia & Gunnar

5.0

Fullerton, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

We are Nadia & Gunnar. We love being outside. We met during our early years in college on our school swim team and had a few photography classes together. It was through our mutual love of photography that we started dating.  Fast forward 9 years we are now married!!!   We are both passionate with two diverse backgrounds: Nadia in fine art and Gunnar in journalism/documentary film making. When it comes to shooting we feel we are blessed to be able to pursue what we love together. We are all about what’s real; capturing life’s small (and large!) moments.

As a wedding photographer myself, I have high and clear expectations when it comes to photography. Nadia & Gunnar are my go-to photography team when I need to hire a second photographer. I have the unique experience and privilege of hiring them again and again. I never have to worry about a thing when they are on my team. Both individuals are reliable, consistent, and creative. They always show up early. They are constantly pushing their craft and trying to learn new things. They are extremely detail oriented so couples never have to worry about looking their best. Quiet in nature, Nadia & Gunnar are a calming support system on what is otherwise a chaotic day. I trust them completely with my couples and with my couples' loved ones.
May Iosotaluno, 4 years ago
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Grace T Photography

5.0

Kailua, HI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I’m Grace Troutman. I’m a wedding & elopement photographer who loves to frequent the West Coast, Hawaii, and the Midwest (where I grew up.) I approach working with my couples on their weddings from a place of trust and compassion, so I can document the day how it is true to them. No forced moments, no stiff posing, only true to life candid imagery. I’ve shot all over the world from Iceland, Ireland, & France to all over the Midwest, all the way to California and Hawaii, and I believe that you should say “I do,” in a place that makes you feel like home.

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Grace shot our April 2019 wedding in Hawaii on Oahu. We found Grace through a friend of ours and we immediately started following her on Instagram. The quality and look of her images were stunning. We wanted a photographer who was experienced and specialized in smaller, more intimate ceremonies, and we knew she fit the bill, but we really felt at ease after our first call. It’s hard to know where to start in looking for a photographer, but I loved that she was from the midwest (we are too) and was still so confident in shooting in different climates. She just made us feel so comfortable and we really felt like she knew what we wanted before we could even really articulate it. I was really struggling with the timeline, but Grace was so helpful in ensuring we had time for the photos we wanted. She was always so responsive and we felt very guided through the whole process. Our photos are BREATHTAKING and they are still getting all compliments and we’re coming up on five years! I remember the NIGHT OF the wedding, Grace had already sent over some sneak peeks and that just meant the world. It was just an amazing experience working and collaborating with Grace from start to finish. And even to this day, we keep in touch. She has done another adventure session with us and her team member shot my Aunt and Uncle’s vow renewal. So, I obviously recommend her as she very well may be taking all of our professional photos for the foreseeable future :)
Brittney, 6 months ago
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RachelMB Photography

5.0

Bonney Lake, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey there, thanks for stopping in! I'm Rachel, I was raised in a little farm town in the southeast corner of Washington. My family moved over to the Seattle area just after grade school and I graduated Auburn Riverside High School in 2008. I met my partner and we have built an amazing life in the foothills of Mount Rainier.

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I have had the pleasure of working with Rachel a number of times, including my wedding. She is phenomenal to work with and takes the best pictures! I would highly recommend her for any occasion and my family continues to use her for family photos ever year!
Shelby A., 2 years ago
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Weddings by XO Photography

5.0

Mesa, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Turning moments into memories. I’d love to capture the details of your special day. We can completely customize a package to fit your budget and still give you a beautiful gallery of images to look back on for years to come. Additional photographers can be added for additional charge. Photos can be viewed on an online gallery and delivered to you via USB with print rights.

Love the photos they turned out fabulous she is the best of the best she knows how to take pictures and is very good at it
Jodi, a year ago
Ryan H Gray Photography

5.0

Metairie, LA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

You’ve come to the right place for your wedding photographs. My business is a full service photography company specializing in weddings, lifestyle photography, special events and occasions. Ever the perfectionist, I make a considerable investment in every wedding collection to ensure the highest quality result.

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BOOK HIM NOW!! If Ryan is available for your wedding or event date, book him immediately!!! My husband and I just celebrated our 1 year anniversary last week and people are still are giving us complements on our wedding photos a year later! We live in Dallas and had a small intimate wedding in New Orleans and from our first consultation call to the big day, he was so thoughtful and intentional on understanding us as a couple and how we wanted our wedding day captured. He even visited our venues a week beforehand to scope out the area and made creative suggestions on where we could get the best shots that represented us as couple. As a bride planning from a different city, this was so helpful and made our day go so seamlessly! He made my husband and I feel so comfortable and suggested poses as we never know what to do with our hands or how to pose. Ryan was very communicative leading up to our wedding with emails and check ins and a final confirmation call to run through everything the week before . He sent us updates right after so we had clear expectations on when we would receive our pictures. Plus just an over all very nice person and human! Now to the pictures…THEY ARE AMAZING!! I don’t know how many people have told me they look like they are out of magazine and that is all because Ryan is a true artist who takes his craft very seriously! If you get the chance to work with Ryan you will not regret it!
Shannon & J., 7 months ago
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Anthony Simmons Photos, LLC

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Welcome to my photography world! I'm Anthony Simmons, a passionate photographer capturing life's cherished moments. Originally from New Jersey, I now reside in sunny Florida. With 15 years of experience, I love freezing raw emotions and unique stories in portraits and weddings. Let's create art that reflects your essence. Trust and client relationships are vital to me, ensuring exceptional photographs that exceed expectations. Whether it's heartfelt portraits or your magical wedding, I'd be honored to be part of your story. Contact me, and let's embark on this incredible journey! Willing to travel!

Both Anthony and his work are absolutely amazing. You will not be disappointed. Book him now.
Michelle Montanez , 8 months ago
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Val Photo Co

5.0

Hillsboro, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Whether you landed on this page to hire a wedding photographer, or a couples photographer to craft a story that documents your relationship, I'm your person. I put so much love into every session from couple’s portraits to full-day weddings and Destination wedding weekends. I pour a little bit of myself into every piece of art I make and I can't wait to learn who you are, and what moves you.

A few years ago my husband and I knew we wanted to have our engagement photos in Arizona. We hired Valerie and that was the best decision. Traveling from Texas to Arizona, we weren’t sure where the best place for photos were but she gave so many great options and was even willing to drive up to Sedona and take a hike with us so we could get the great views we wanted. Our photos were amazing and we still get compliments on them to this day. Fast forward a few months and we hired her for our wedding. Valerie stuck with us throughout the long wedding planning process and was always supportive and responsive when I had questions. There was never any doubt that she was in our corner. When my husband and I were having second guesses on wedding decisions due to how they might photograph, Valerie was always there to answer a text or schedule a call to put our mind at ease. During my wedding day Valeria was so attentive, had the most wonderful energy and always reassured us that if we needed anything, just to let her know. Our wedding photos turned out amazing, it was so hard to figure out which ones to frame. Guests from our wedding are still making comments on how wonderful Valerie was and how she made the picture taking process so fun! I would hire her over and over again and she will continue to be our Arizona photographer! 1000% recommend for anyone’s engagement and/or wedding needs!
Gabi and R., 4 months ago
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Overland Elopements

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

There are many reasons couples choose not to have a “traditional” wedding, and the beauty is that you can make it anything you want it to be – and that’s also why I care so deeply about making sure every couple I work with knows that their day is important, beautiful, and deserves to be captured so you can look back on every detail. Hi! My name is Anna– I am an elopement and wedding photographer helping adventurous couples say “I do” on their own terms from coast to coast.

I spent MONTHS speaking to maybe 30 different photographers, and I was blown away by Anna and Trevor from the start. We had van life in common at the time, I knew they were my people. The photos in their galleries were so crisp, colorful, and candid -- exactly what we wanted. Anna took the time to have multiple Zoom calls with us to ensure we were comfortable before signing our contract. The care the team takes in getting you ready for your big day is incredible, a questionnaire, a planning guide, and all the location scouting?! They literally hiked our hike the day before our elopement to scope the best spots and make sure it was everything we wanted! Their patience with us while working out our timeline was so generous and kind (we were not easy in this regard). Anna even helped me with other vendors referrals (hair/makeup, videographer, florals, attire, footwear, you name it). Even a packing checklist! And this is all BEFORE the big day! Day-of they were early, professional, kind, and so cool...we hope to hang out soon as friends, they're those kind of people. They made us feel SO comfortable on such an intimate day, and it went off perfectly, we couldn't have gotten luckier. THE PHOTOS! They speak for themselves, and these are just the sneak peeks, which we received in I think 36 hours?! If you go with any other photography team you're crazy. Book this duo.
Sarah, 10 months ago
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Illuminate Photography

5.0

Honolulu, HI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

My favorite part about my job is helping my couples get exactly what they want from their wedding documentation. I specialize in digital and analog film and love to document the real moments and make you feel comfortable in the process. It is the small glances and simple moments where the memories often get blurry, so let me watch your day unfold and work with you to create a gallery full of memories.

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Lindsay was fantastic to work with! She not only helped with photography, but she kindly sent us recommendations for our other vendors as well. She’s also very knowledgeable of gorgeous locations on the island. Highly recommend her!
Anna and J., a year ago
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Photographs by Joanna A

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey there- I'm Joanna, but feel free to call me Jo! My world has always been filled with photography- through all the years and different cameras, it's always been my biggest passion and love. I am a travel enthusiast and I will always be down to hike up a mountain or explore a new city. My favorite meals are anything that include coffee or sushi and I am a firm believer that there is no such thing as "too much chocolate." Most importantly, I am a lover of all love and will never get tired of documenting it.

Joanna photographed our September 2023 wedding at West Point in NY, and we would recommend her wholeheartedly.
 We first contacted Joanna after seeing her work on Instagram and Zola, and we really connected to the candidness and quality of her photography. We weren’t fans of traditional, super-posed and highly edited wedding photography. We were looking for a wedding photographer with a relaxed style that’s both modern and timeless. Joanna was all of the above and her photography perfectly highlights real love and connection between two people. Our wedding package with Joanna included an engagement shoot which was the perfect way to get to know her better and explain in person what we wanted for both our engagement and wedding photos. As people who aren’t generally comfortable in front of a camera, Joanna made us feel so comfortable while shooting and the photos came out better than we could have expected.
 On the wedding day, Joanna flew in to shoot our wedding, which wasn’t originally anticipated when we booked, but we truly appreciated how she made it work for our wedding. She was a dream to work, traveling to multiple locations throughout the day to shoot and capturing every photo we asked for. Going with Joanna over a team of photographers was one of the best decisions we made. It kept our wedding more intimate and relaxed for us and our guests without sacrificing quality or the range of photos. Overall, Joanna was flexible, organized, and collaborative. She quickly responded to all of our questions and kept in communication with us throughout the entire process. Joanna is also just a very kind and friendly person to work with, which was very important to us. We truly love our wedding day photos. Thank you Joanna!
Danielle B., 3 months ago
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Juniper and Co Photo

5.0

Peoria, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Heyyyyy! I'm Amber Kirchner, a Phoenix based wedding photographer for couples who want fun and authentic wedding photography. I believe in marrying your best friend, laughing until you cry, and capturing the genuine moments of your wedding day. I am there to be a partner in the planning process, get pumped about the personal touches of your day, and help you feel relaxed and natural in front of the camera. When I am not making magic with rad couples, I can usually be found hanging out with my husband (and bff), Josh, and our little one, Juniper, getting my boots dirty, or snuggling with my pups.

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I've had the privilege of working with Amber on multiples occasions. Sometimes I am the subject and other times it's a shared client. She is amazing to work with either way. I am awkward in pictures, but she knew exactly what to say to get me to lighten up for natural smiles and comfortable poses. Working along side her is just as wonderful, she knows her stuff and is a true professional. Every picture I've received has been perfection. Looking forward to working together again.
Front Paige Events, 4 years ago
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Parker Photography

5.0

Wadsworth, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I believe you can't stand behind your business unless you can say you fully understand it – and 24 years of marriage is proof that I KNOW LOVE. I set out to capture the essence of love when I started Parker Photography in 2018. I have been married to my best friend for the last 24 years, and people who meet us swear we are newlyweds. We still act like lovestruck teenagers with each other, that same feeling we get from every newly engaged couple that we meet. We know where our couples are coming from and what they hope to capture in their engagement sessions and on their wedding day, and we make it effortless for them to achieve their goals.

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Deb and her team were great to work with, east and fun! Just what we would hope for on our big day! The photos turned out beautiful. We liked how she listened to our ideas and cared about what we liked.
Carly G., 3 years ago
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Sydney Shepherd Photo

5.0

Marietta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

Hey girl hey! I'm a destination wedding and elopement photographer that's based in Atlanta, GA! I'm a 23 year old dog mom to my boy, Gunner, an avid gluten-free baker, and New Girl & Jane The Virgin fanatic. I picked up a camera during college and never looked back. Now, I've been a full-time wedding and elopement photographer since 2019. I am obsessed with weddings and genuinely love every day I've gotten to be a part of. I shoot my couple's weddings and elopements all over the world, living my dream!

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Sydney has been with us through ALL of the pictures! She has done our engagement, wedding, my graduation pictures, AND our baby announcement and her work is absolutely FABULOUS! We trust her with absolutely anything photography related, and even the people in our bridal party that did not know Sydney (we have known her since high school) said she was so easy and natural to work with! She has clear communication about her services, very reliable timelines, great resources for everything from clothes to locations, and has a friendly yet professional demeanor that shows so much respect for what she is doing. We have and will trust Sydney with all of our life events!
Ashton & T., a year ago
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Hannah Hotchkiss Photo

5.0

Spokane, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I’m a photographer based in Spokane, WA and I'm all about capturing good times & genuine love w/rad people. “LIVE TO CREATE” is my life motto. I’m the loud introvert, with wild brown hair, who while taking your photo will squeal and freak out behind the camera because of how cute y’all are! I’m an avid cleaner and firm believer of a to-do list. I have a deep love for adventure in the outdoors. I try to spend my days mountain biking, skiing, and hiking! Don’t let that fool you tho, I also get down HARD with the Kardashians, keep up with my own 20-step skincare routine, and am a total homebody. Life’s about balance, right?!

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Hannah made us feel comfortable and at ease, which helped us be natural and in the moment while she photographed our wedding. She's extremely talented and we love how she captured our special day. She was organized, professional and a great communicator, which contributed immensely to our wedding going smoothly. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and highly recommend Hannah!
Stephen & A., 2 years ago
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Darian Shantay Photography

5.0

Corona, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves San Marcos, CA for additional fees

I'm Darian. Wedding, Engagement and Boudoir photographer based in Southern California. I specialize in Wedding and Engagements. When i'm not shooting a wedding you will find me in my Boudoir Studio with future brides creating beautiful photos for their soon to be husbands!

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My husband and I wanted to get "wedding" anniversary pictures taken, as we never had a big wedding and wanted pictures to look back on, so I reached out to Darian and from the very second I contacted she was very on it, professional, and accommodating! When it was the day of the shoot, we were blown away by the professionalism, the passion, and overall wonderful experience we had with her. We LOVE our pictures!! Thank you so much Darian!
Ashley F., 4 years ago
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About wedding photographers in San Marcos, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in San Marcos, CA?

A San Marcos, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

93% of photographers in San Marcos, CA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in San Marcos, CA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include ozan ulucan photography, SweetEmms Photography and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

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