Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in South Lake Tahoe, CA

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307 Wedding Photographers in South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Blue Lotus Photography
South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

We met in San Diego when Sandra was a senior at SDSU. At the time she was working at the Mission Valley Skatepark where Josh frequently skated. Having heard from friends that Josh worked at a local camera store. One fateful day she approached him to see if he could develop an unprocessed roll of b&w film. A few years later a good friend who happened to be a skatepark ramp builder the same one in fact who had built the Skatepark where we met was getting married. Knowing we were into photography, they asked us. We had never photographed a wedding before and were nervous at the idea of taking on such responsibility. Talk about destiny.

Starscape Studios
South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500

Hi, I'm Kimmi - a South Lake Tahoe based wedding and elopement photographer. I look for the moments of genuine emotion and small details. A gentle touch, a second of heartfelt connection between people. I am passionate about creating a stunning visual journey of this special day in your life.

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Indigo Photography Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

A documentary wedding and portrait photographer based out of South Lake Tahoe specializing in weddings, engagements, elopements, families, babies and maternity, and travel photography. Available for travel worldwide.My hope is that I will continually learn and grow as a photographer, be able to give back to the community in which I live, and create the quality of images that my clients will love for a lifetime.

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Nicky Byrnes Photography

5.0

Carnelian Bay, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

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

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Nicole isn't just an amazing photographer. She's an ally on the day of the wedding. She's a calming presence reminding you to ENJOY one of the biggest moments of your life. And she gets everything you want (and more) naturally, and in the style that represents who you are as a couple. We had to do a COVID wedding, and Nicole handled it so flawlessly that we wouldn't think of working with anyone else once we finally get to throw a larger party. SHE'S INCREDIBLE! You'll love your photographs AND your wedding day.
Alan and E., 3 years ago
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Mindy Webb Photography

5.0

Roseville, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200

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

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Mindy was an amazing fit, her personality blended in with our family and friends, she truly became part of our day. Mindy went above and beyond to meet with us beforehand, asked all the right questions, and got to know us and what was important to us. She captured our personalities, which was the best part! The photos represented who we were and the love shared by all. Mindy became part of us and our shared experience. She fit in with our family and friends. Mindy quickly became a participant of our wedding and not just someone on the side. She adapted to our style and energy amazingly. As a bride, I felt so comfortable and knew we were in good hands. She allowed us to be ourselves and captured the joy and love shared by all.
Lauren, 4 years ago
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As the Crow Flies

5.0

Lincoln, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

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

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Alexis is an amazing photographer! She's encouraging and super helpful! She is always willing to help in any way that she can, all while taking fantastic photos! When I chose her to take our photos, I was instantly impressed with her. I would 100% recommend her and ask her again if I ever need photographs taken again.
Vanessa L., 2 years ago
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Mindful Media Photography

5.0

Nevada City, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400

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

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Angie was wonderful. She was both professional and easy to get along with. Go ahead and hire her- you won’t regret it!
Jessica j., 2 years ago
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Dirt, Pearls, and Curls Photography

5.0

Foresthill, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200

Hi! My names Marissa, and I have one of the coolest jobs around - hanging out with people on their wedding day! I love iced coffee and Jamie Fraser and spend my spare time reading or hanging out with my horse!

We had the best experience working with Marissa for our wedding! For one, she has an amazing personality - she is fun and lighthearted, so easygoing, AND also very responsible and on top of things (which I so appreciate)! For two, we had the unfortunate timing with COVID of having to postpone our wedding and our engagement shoot, and she made it super easy. She helped me many times in the planning process, from walking through the timeline, to picking out my bridesmaid dress color. Day of, she contributed so well to the fun vibe of the day, kept us on time and therefore not stressing out, and captured some AMAZING photos of us! She also captured so many awesome candids during our day, that looking back you can really see and remember how people felt, what the vibe of the day was, and the funny things that happened too (like when my friend spilled white wine on my dress and Marissa came to the rescue with napkins;)) Thank you so much Marissa!
Marla + A., 2 years ago
La Luné Photography

5.0

Knights Landing, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000

Hello, I have been in photography for about 10 years now started in nature photography and now in wedding photography. I love to incorporate nature in my surrounding in photo and almost stage a landscape in the background of your beautiful wedding to share your story. I love capturing people and faces and seeing the joy in every photo taken on a wedding day. I also love to capture the candid photos. most of all I have had a passion for photography for many years and the love for photography continues to grow for every wedding a I photograph.

Hailley was so easy to work with. We really didn't have too many traditional things as our wedding was smaller but she managed to capture such beautiful shots of everyone. I would highly recommend La Lune for photography of any kind. She is well organized and prepared to come and and take control all while having a smile on her face :)
Adina & B., 4 years ago
Kathryn White Photography

5.0

Nevada City, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600

I'm fun-loving, expressive, adventurous, open-minded, optimistic & curious. I believe it's important to continuously strive to grow & learn. I'm a mom of two incredible kids, and wife to an amazing Marine Veteran and glass artist. We live in Nevada City and love that we're connected to a creative community & surrounded by nature. I fell into photography after becoming a young mom and LOVE shooting weddings because it allows me see the beautiful depths of the human experience... I'm able to capture everything from raw emotion to beautiful surroundings to little details that help tell the overall story. I'm lucky to love my job!

Katie has such talent and makes you feel comfortable and beautiful! She’s professional yet so down to earth and I completely trust her. Her quality of work is beyond expectations and she’s simply a gem of a person!
Andrea B., 2 years ago
Shines Photography

5.0

Truckee, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900

Hi there!! I'm Steph! And I am SO psyched to meet you!! I love connecting with my clients - creating a lasting friendship that goes beyond the session! Shines is based in Truckee, California but frequents Washington, Tennessee & Kentucky for sessions every few months! We travel the world photographing your moments!

Steph is amazing! We were looking for someone who had a great eye for capturing both the intimacy between the couple and the natural beauty around them. We chose to work with Shines for both our engagement photo shoot and on wedding day and we could not have been happier. It felt like we had been friends forever and we had total trust in her to capture our special moments. She’s easygoing yet efficient (we had large wedding parties and were able to finish all the shots before the wedding so we could enjoy the party without getting pulled away), super professional, and will do anything for you to get the perfect shot (including climbing and standing at awkward angles on uneven rocks… she really is incredible). If you have the chance to work with her, DO IT! You won’t regret it.
Emma K., 2 years ago
Emma Lynne Photography

5.0

Garden Valley, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

To me, photography is a medium that requires time, humility, thought, and trust. It is an art that lasts beyond yesterday, today and tomorrow. It captures moments of transition and development; and encourages light and vulnerability. It finds the light even where darkness may dwell. It shows order to chaos. And it celebrates courage, confidence and natural beauty. All that to say the heart behind my images are found where growth and humility meet and form something beautifully authentic. My desire is to capture that and make it last.

LOVE LOVE LOVE our gallery! The best, sweetest, most lovely memories from our wedding. Emma was like having your closest friend there photographing the best part of the day. She got the big stuff but also gave us some beautiful shots of family and friends. I love looking through our album. It brings a big old smile to my face every time! She's incredible! Her work is full of love and joy. 10/10!
Louisa, 3 years ago
J.O. Photography

5.0

Rocklin, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

At J.O. Photography, we love what we do. We also love getting to know you as a couple and telling your story in a creative, journalistic style. If you are looking for a dynamic duo who are passionate about what they do and truly care about the couples they work with, you've come to the right place! Give us a ring (cheesy wedding pun intended) we'd love to talk with you!

Justin and Sarah are fantastic! We are absolutely in love with our photos turned out. The process from engagement shoot to the day of our wedding was incredibly fun and easy. They definitely know how to make you feel at ease and are incredible at getting amazing shots. We can’t recommend them enough.
Zoë S., a year ago
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Kirstin Bimson Photography
Davis, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $999

As a photographer, I consider myself a 'generalist'. I photograph a little of everything: portraits, weddings, events, commercial, news and editorial, street photography, fine-art, the neighborhood stray cat... I learned early on that I enjoy too many different styles and subjects, enjoy experimenting with different mediums too much to "settle down" and limit myself solely to one genre. I have found that has given my work a wonderful versatility and breadth. I like that, and I hope you'll like that too.

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Zoart Photography
Davis, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400

Zoart Photography is a Sacramento/Bay Area-based wedding and event studio that also specializes in Indian weddings. I strive to tell a story with every image, digging deep to capture personality and flare. I'm creative, resourceful, artistic, and very adaptable to style. Likewise, I blend close-up and expressive imagery with wide-angle storytelling, adding lots of details in between! My photography is intimate and classic, candid and contemporary, adjusting to your character and style!

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Caitlin Rae Photography
Truckee, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Hello! I am Caitlin and I am passionate about working with amazing couples, and documenting their big day. I am located in beautiful Truckee, CA but I love traveling to surrounding areas and destination weddings to service my couples worldwide!

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Aimi Photography
Grass Valley, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

Capturing joyful moments in an easeful way. For 11 years now, I've grown a family alongside my business. Now with a husband and two kids in tow, I've gained a deeper appreciation for the small and fleeting moments in life and I find so much in joy in being able to capture some of it for my clients.

Forever Productions by Eva Kassandra
Davis, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

My name is Eva and I started my photography business in 2017. My love for photography and capturing people started since I was in middle school. My oldest brother gifted me a camera and I would take it everywhere with me. I began organizing and storing large digital files from my photographs and am really thankful to be able to look back and have such nice memories. I love showing people that they do not have to be professional models to look amazing together. My photography approach is emotional but also guided and directed. My business is diverse, inclusive, accepting, welcoming and a safe space for everyone.

Bailey W. Photography
Grass Valley, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Bailey W. Photography specializes in creative, natural, documentary style photography. My goal is to naturally capture the beauty & love that exists between two people (LGBTQ too!) on their special day, surrounded by friends & family. I take a photojournalistic & artistic approach to my photography, leaving you with a collection of beautiful, timeless photographs.

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Vis A Vis Photography
Davis, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Life. Love. Faces. Places. In French, vis-à-vis means face-to-face. As a photographer, I aim to not only take memorable pictures but to develop a personal relationship with the people I photograph. I am based out of Davis, California specializing in maternity, child, family, and wedding photography. When I am not shooting we are a family of 6 always looking for the next adventure.

Holly Shankland Photography
Tahoe City, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

Hello! I love people. I love exploring. I love moments of freedom, adventure and love. I am inspired by the beauty of nature, the sunlight, the stars, the sky, the trees, the mountain peaks and the oceans waves. I like walking with my toes in the sand, camping, singing songs around a bonfire, random accents and jokes, smiling, laughing. I believe in capturing the authentic moments, true self expression, true love and compassion.

Lenkaland Photography
Nevada City, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400

Love is everything. I am committed to celebrating love and family with heartfelt images with good humor and cheerful energy. Our memories are the legacy we pass through generations. Having photographs that capture your day beyond a pretty photo inspires me. I am always paying attention. And I believe everyone deserves a respectful photographer that works with you to document your love story.

Ruthanne Z. | Adventure Elopements
Truckee, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

My goal is to give you a wedding experience that will inspire you for the rest of your life. I believe every couple deserves a kickass third wheel who will not only document their day as it happens, but also build an intentional relationship with them as people - not just clients. As a 2nd generation Tahoe native & someone who ditched tradition myself (I eloped on top of a mountain in 2017!), I strive to create a space that allows inspiration, empowerment, and adventure to intersect & come to life. I specialize in weddings with 40 guests or less.

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Eivan's Photo & Video

4.9

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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My husband and I had such an amazing experience with Eivans Photography and videography. From the reasonable prices to the top notch skill of both photographer and videographer, we were so happy with our choice to go with Eivans!!
E.K, 2 years ago
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Drzazga Photo

5.0

Cleveland, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

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We LOVE Carly and Kasey! From our engagement photos, to our big day, they went above and beyond and were so easy to work with! They a gave us everything we asked for and more!!! They have exceeded our expectations from the start!!!! We will never need another photographer ever again for any future photo sessions because the Drzazga’s are simply the best!
Kelly W., 3 years ago
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Mates Of Soul Collective

5.0

Citrus Heights, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I have photographed many different niches, many events, many families, many milestones and my *ROCK* will always be love. Love is the foundation of every milestone thereafter and there is just something about it that I can’t get enough of! Every love is unique and it is truly a passion of mine to authentically capture it in whatever way is unique to each story.

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Nichole’s photos are stunning. She is a bright light in the photography industry with a creative eye, an empathetic heart & a beautiful soul. She will do everything to can to ensure her clients are satisfied with the finished product. Highly recommend!
Janelle, 5 months ago
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Hopkins Co

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We are a wedding + elopement duo serving the Nashville area + some other special places that make us happy. We can’t wait to meet you! We started capturing weddings through covid when we were stuck at home and needed to find some way to be creative. Savannah went to school for videography and Jon is an OG drummer turned videographer that has really enjoyed getting to create. If we aren’t celebrating you and your love story, you can find us at the beach, probably eating some yummy food, and missing our fluff ball kitty at home. We are so easy going and love to be spontaneous with our plans.

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Hopkins Co are beyond professional and easy to work with. We are a super awkward, what do I do with my hands couple. Savannah made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Our engagement session with her captured our personalities and love to the very core!
Chelsea G., 2 years ago
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A Perfect Impression

5.0

Brentwood, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

A renowned wedding photography studio in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been capturing beautiful wedding moments for over two decades. In partnership with Wedgewood, our classically trained photographers and videographers cover around 100 weddings annually. We excel in not just photography but also in coordinating and assisting, ensuring a seamless and memorable wedding day for each couple.

We really enjoyed working with A Perfect Impression. We got married at Redwood Canyon by Wedgewood Weddings, and API was the photography vendor they recommended. We spoke with Aaron on the phone, and he got an idea of how we wanted the photos to be, the locations we wanted, etc. On our wedding day, we worked with Andy and Maddie, both amazing photographers. Andy especially made us feel comfortable taking pictures at the house while getting ready (the bride), at our church ceremony and at our reception venue. Maddie took great pictures during the activities to finish the night at our reception. We would definitely recommend A Perfect Impression for anyone's photographer needs.
Joel, 4 months ago
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Gemini Sun Creative

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Gemini Sun Creative is an intimate wedding and elopement photographer serving Northern California, NYC, Upstate NY & Philadelphia. Owner, Daniela Monzi, specializes in elopement and intimate wedding photography. With each couple she works with, she strives to show off the unique traits of their love story in every photo. Her passion for her work is most deeply connected to the process of telling people’s stories through photographs. Most of Daniela's work centers around the human experience, our shared existence, and the quest for revealing the truest form of each person that she documents.

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Dani is truly a gem. Her vision is clear and if you love her work, you will love your pictures. She offers gentle pose guidance, location ideas and even wardrobe tips! She is fun, funny and a respectful professional. You will not be disappointed!
Johanna M., a year ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $849
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We are traveling wedding photographer and videographer. For 2024, we have 70+ weddings booked in 21 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

We used Andre and his team for our wedding pictures and video. They were absolutely perfect! They all have the best personalities and make you feel comfortable. We had a great experience with them. Highly recommend.
Zulay V., 5 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography

5.0

Malibu, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

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Absolutely loved working with Holly! She was super easy to communicate with and so sweet! She worked with us on a package perfect for our wedding and gave us beautiful photos! She also did family photos for us the day before our wedding. Would recommend Holly 100%!
Monica and J., 2 years ago
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Photosfarm

5.0

Cupertino, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Thanks so much for stepping into my world of photography where capturing memories and emotions through the lens of my camera is a true passion. My journey as a photographer began in my teenage years when my Uncle, an avid photographer, sparked my love for the art by showing me the magic of capturing life's moments. With over 100 weddings under my belt as a lead photographer and mentorship from some of the Bay Area's top wedding photographers, I bring a wealth of experience to each and every shoot. My goal is always to produce images that are not just beautiful but also truly authentic.

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We chose Hok as our photographer for a pre-wedding session after seeing other wedding pictures taken by him. We were truly amazed and satisfied with the pictures he took for us. We then decided to have him photograph for our wedding day. The pictures are ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL and VIVID. He is best at capturing every precious moments and all of the happy faces of our guests, and he is also experienced at telling us how to pose for great pictures. Years later, we can still feel the joy of that day, knowing how happy our guests enjoyed our wedding from the pictures. I will give him a 10 stars if possible. Thanks again, Hok! So glad that we have you as our wedding photographer.
Chai S., 2 years ago
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Shelby Phillips Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

hey you! thanks for dropping by. my name is shelby, and i am a queer artist and manhattan based photographer who specializes in weddings + equine portraiture. my priority as a photographer is developing a personal relationship with each and every one of my clients (two or four legged). your special moments are their most pure when you are comfortable and ready to just have fun, and i am here to create that joyful space.

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I have worked with Shelby on multiple occasions and each time she brings such a bright, warm presence to the wedding day! Not only is she professional, but she is organized and can be counted on to make sure all goes smoothy on the wedding day. Whether it's making sure the DJ and couple are in the right spot for speeches, or getting the absolute best lighting for the ceremony, Shelby takes every detail into account and does so with excellence and grace. She is a joy to work with!!
Marilyn, 3 years ago
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Loren Hansen Photography

5.0

Petaluma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Welcome. I’ve been a make-up artist, chocolatier, a barista, a pet-sitter, a bartender but I’ve always been “that girl with the camera.” (I’ve also been, “that girl who sleeps on our couch” or “that girl who’s booty I saw in the newspaper” but I digress…). Currently, I base my photography business in Petaluma, CA. I grew up in Sonoma County but in my early 20’s I picked up and moved to Manitoba and that’s where I stayed for many years. Upon my return to CA in 2013 I turned my passion for photography into a career. It’s been a journey to call photography my profession, but I’ve always been a photographer and I’ve always been an artist.

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Loren Hansen.... Oh my gosh... Where to even start?! This beautiful lady is seriously THE. BEST. EVER!!! Our important day literally would not have been possible without her. We hired her for our engagement photos first, which were beyond stunning. Then lucked out and were able to snag her again for our wedding. She started the day bright and early at my Air BNB - naturally I was incredibly anxious getting ready for such an important day, and I cannot express enough how COMFORTABLE she made me feel. She is sooo easy going, and it never felt like a stuffy photo shoot. She was just casually taking beautiful & professional photos without disrupting us at all. Then she drove to the venue and snagged pics of the venue, vendors setting up, my husband-to-be getting ready with his parents, etc. Then of course the ceremony, friends & family, the couple, then the party. I mean, she was with us for 10 hours. She works her bootie off and it SHOWS. We had 80 guests at our wedding and she managed to get a photo of every single person. Perfect combination of staged & in the moment shots. If you don't hire Loren you are making a HUGE mistake. I would seriously consider her one of my friends at this point. She made such an impact and is just such an amazing human being. 20 OUT OF 5 STARS!! LOVE YOU LOREN!!
Jessica A., a year ago
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Kathryn Cooper Weddings

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

This is delightfully different elopement + wedding photography! From helicopter elopements, to hiking engagements, to weddings with bouncy houses, I capture the adventurous, quirky, and unique. Based in both New York and California, with travel worldwide, I've photographed couples on 6 continents. My creative, fun, and candid photography uses innovative techniques and unique ideas to get photos that make you look twice. Whether you're saying vows in your backyard or having a 3-day adventure wedding in the rainforest, I'll catch every spontaneous moment of joy and laughter—and plan a few awesomely unique shots on top of it all.

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Kathryn not only has the creativity and adventurous spirit needed to capture unique, inspiring shots but her skills and professionalism ensures that she'll deliver high quality images. It was a pleasure working with her and I am very satisfied with the results of our collaboration.
Sally Sparks, 3 years ago
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Eichar Photography

5.0

Mill Valley, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,400
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Lauren and Jamie here. Hi! We love all love. We’re down to earth, creatively driven, ready for beautiful adventures, and in this business for the moments. We're so excited to hear about your wedding plans and to start chatting-- we'll do our best to get back to you within 24 hours. A great way to start getting to know us is over on Instagram where we post and share behind the scenes on stories almost daily: @eicharphotography Head to our website to see our images in full res and to stalk us some more: www.eicharphotography.com Looking forward to your email!

I started looking for photographers after realizing that our nighttime, entirely virtual ceremony (thanks Covid) wouldn't be conducive to good photos and booked her for wedding portraits before the ceremony. After having gotten our pictures back, I'm am so happy and relieved I trusted my gut with them. Not only did Lauren scout out and help us find locations that would work in our extremely limited time frame (I can't say enough about how awesome she was for finding spots based on our desired background + helping us find niche parking spots on google maps), but she made us feel so comfortable and confident. Throughout the photoshoot she was exceedingly positive and encouraging, and my husband and I left feeling like rockstars. She paid attention to our good/bad angles - she kept directing us to do things during the shoot (like crack jokes, switch sides, etc) that saved us from our less photogenic tendencies. She was also highly professional, diffusing a couple of awkward situations with people in our shoot locations and setting a timer to make sure we got back to start our ceremony on time. The pictures largely speak for themselves though. My husband and I are notoriously bad at having photos taken and I was really nervous about having only a few good ones to choose from. I'm still surprised that I've only been able to narrow my favorites down to 80 pictures! I loved the types of shots she took, which were a great blend of up-close moments and landscape shots. I also had a few "props", like a bouquet and dupatta, and she was great at figuring out when to add/remove them from a shot. I feel like the editing style is good balance of modern and classic, and I have no worries about these pictures aging badly. I could go on forever, but coming from a person who was sincerely worried that she was incapable of having a good photo taken, I can't recommend Eichar photography highly enough
Neha, 3 years ago
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Lisa Stone Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

If you would have known me growing up, you would have been surprised if I didn’t become a photographer! I fell in love with photography after spending countless hours in the darkroom. Since 2008, I have been working professionally in the photography industry and have shot over 300 weddings and numerous other assignments in almost every genre of photography. Why Weddings? I love problem solving and puzzles, and I’m always up for a good challenge. For me, a wedding is a day full of all of the things that I love. Its basically a whole day of coming up with solutions to make the best photographs for my couples.

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Lisa is always a pleasure to work with; a true team player. When working with other wedding professionals at an event, she is aware and respectful of the needs of the other professionals and does her part to ensure that we are all successful. I've seen her photos from a number of the events we've worked at together and they are truly amazing. Lisa is so good at capturing "happiness" -- that exact moment when the smiles are perfect, yet candid. Her photos truly convey the emotion of the moment. I've recommended her many times to clients and friends looking for a photographer.
Henry Kim, 4 years ago
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Tooney White Photography

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I was born and raised in the Philippines but now call Northern California my home. I've been a photographer for over a decade and that journey has made me come to realize that nothing makes me happier than making those behind my lens feel amazing about themselves. My goal is to be so much more than your photographer. I'd love for you to consider me your friend especially because we'll be spending a lot of time together on your wedding day. Trust me to help fix any strands of hair that get in your face, straighten out your outfits, help you pose, and encourage you to enjoy this momentous day.

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Tooney was absolutely amazing! The pictures were beautiful and wonderfully filled with sentiment. She managed to always be in the right place, at the right time to capture the perfect shot. She was efficient at the same time incredibly kind and patient. I would recommend her to any of my friends and family in a heartbeat.
Taylor & R., 9 months ago
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Naian Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Naian Photography is a wedding photography and videography company based out of Sacramento, CA. We specialize in creating modern yet timeless nuptial images that you will cherish for a lifetime. With over seven years of experience in the industry, we take pride in providing couples with natural and candid images of your day.

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I highly recommend Naian Photography. I work with photographers every weekend so I've seen many and Natalie is one of the best. They all have access to the same tools but its how each one of them utilizes those tools that makes the different plus she is just a fun & happy person! We've worked two or more weddings together and I've personally seen what she had to work with and what she produced, beautiful shots!
DJ Rockalot, 2 years ago
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Annie Hall Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

This is for you, couples who have too many moments to be present for. You’ll have photographs that show the heart and soul of the day without having to stage or fake things for the camera. I'll make images that help you remember what happened, who was there, what it looked like, and what it felt like.

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Annie’s work will be with us for our lifetime, and we are incredibly grateful for her beautiful photographs of our engagement, welcome reception, and wedding! Annie is prompt, professional, and has a gift for capturing both the big and little moments that define the day. We have some beautiful portraits for framing and display, and we have so many pictures of all our guests being present in the day. Looking at them is like being transported to that time we were surrounded by so much love and joy—exactly what we wanted our photos to do. We cannot recommend Annie enough, and we can’t thank her enough for being part of our day!
Michelle, a year ago
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Courtland Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Sacramento wedding photographer. Army veteran. Travel addict. Storyteller. Your wedding is one of the most important chapters of your life's story. It deserves to be documented, showcased, and preserved. After eight years of photographing hundreds of weddings, I understand what it takes to capture the essence of your big day. I go the extra mile to understand your unique needs, wants, and values, and showcase your wedding memories with creative, emotional, and authentic photography.

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We planned our wedding in just a few months and finding and selecting a photographer was one of the most important vendor to do list items. Courtland was hands down one of the best wedding planning decisions we made. Courtland was easy to communicate with all through our planning, had great reminders for various things we needed to collaborate on and was so dedicated to get to know us as a couple, our style, our family, our values and more. All that come to find out radiated through our end product, our wedding day photography! A wedding can be stressful no doubt, but our photography experience was not one of those stresses. Courtland was patient, creative, genuine, professional and so dang friendly it was simply nice to have him a part of our momentous day. Courtland noticed my husband did not have a wedding day worthy wristwatch and offered to swap watches! Courtland saved the day on that one, hah! Once the photography was ready, Courtland offered yet another experience with a private reveal session at a lovely theatre with wine and treats, and it was awesome. We are so thrilled with the end product and would 100% hire him if we had to do it all over again. If you are looking for a wedding photographer to truly capture your most special moments with care and true dedication to your all while feeling like a friend, then Courtland is your person! Thank you, Courtland, for such a fabulous output!
Elizabeth F., a year ago
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Sarah Peterson Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,888
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

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

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We are SO happy we had Sarah as our photographer. From the very beginning when we first reached out, she was organized and on top of her game! After our initial consult we knew we had to book her ASAP. Sarah is such a bright and fun presence. She brought the BEST energy to both our sunrise engagement shoot and our full wedding day when a hype woman is exactly what we needed. She is positive, confident, fun, and just plain GREAT at what she does! As for her photography, I’m sure that can speak for itself - it is truly gorgeous!! She beautifully captures meaningful moments and the results are phenomenal. She got so many sweet candid and action shots that captured the emotions of the day so well. Finally, Sarah was always professional and great with communication. It helps that she is a genuinely kind person who so clearly wants your day to turn out perfectly! Seriously, you won’t go wrong with booking Sarah. 11/10 would choose her again in a heartbeat!
Lauren & M., 2 years ago
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Bustle & Twine

5.0

Sonoma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Bustle & Twine specializes in documentary wedding photography - telling the story of your day through all the beautiful details, unexpected surprises, and candid emotions as they unfold. We strive to capture every moment of your day while keeping a low profile. Our team is comprised of award-winning professional photojournalists and portrait photographers, and while we were founded in 2014, all of our founding members have been documenting weddings for over 10 years now.

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We first hired Lisa from Bustle & Twine to photograph our wedding in 2016, based on a recommendation from a friend. Working with her was wonderful, from the ease of communication to her professionalism and flexibility. We currently have several of her photos on our wall at home and they make me smile every time I see them. She managed to find the right backdrops to create pictures that aren't just lovely mementos, they are works of art. To our surprise, she sent us first peek images in less than 24 hours, which was amazing and so fun to look at on our honeymoon! Beyond her talent as a photographer, Lisa is also such a kind person that she makes everyone feel comfortable and she is always open to questions, comments, or suggestions. I can't imagine a better wedding photographer. And I should say that we loved Lisa's work so much that we've now had her take family pictures for us four years in a row. We now have two (sometimes grumpy) little kids and she is AMAZING at getting them to behave and look their best while choosing locations that are amazing backdrops for what could otherwise be run-of-the-mill family photos. We've gotten so many compliments on her pictures and we will continue to work with her as much as possible. She is truly the best.
Gloria B., 2 years ago
MalikaDanae Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

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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Our wedding pictures turned out better than I could of imagined. So nice and easy to work with!
Alexis C., 6 months ago
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Natural Unions

5.0

Columbia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

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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When My Wiiiiife and I hired Natural Unions, we expected photography. What we Didn't expect was light wedding planning, the ability for The Great Kira: Destroyer of Frowns to be able to help us locate an alternative wedding venue on short notice due to potential weather issues, AND for such exceptional local scouting for the most fantastic locations not only for portraits, but also the ceremony location itself. If you want the same boring overpriced stuff, hire someone else. If you want more fun than you bargained for, and unique lasting snapshots of your special day, hire Natural Unions.
M, a year ago
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Strata Weddings

5.0

Boulder, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Strata Weddings was born out of a deep love for storytelling and a desire to make your wedding day unforgettable. Established as a national company, we have had the privilege of documenting countless love stories from coast to coast. Our journey began with a simple belief that every love story is unique and deserves to be told with authenticity and creativity.

We booked photography and videography with Strata Weddings. Hands down would recommend. We are pleased with everything from our first email to delivery of everything. They went above and beyond for us. We got the special offer package and it was perfect for our day.
Caitlin B., 19 days ago
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Katelyn Tucker Photography

5.0

San Leandro, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

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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Katelyn is a dream come true as a wedding photographer. She brought a playful yet professional vibe that made everyone comfortable. Katelyn's friendly and detail-oriented approach ensured she captured every special moment seamlessly. Working with her was effortless, and the final photos reflect her expertise. We LOVE our photos! Highly recommended - book Katelyn!
Melissa T., 9 months ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video)

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hey future newlyweds! I'm Jarrod, a wedding photographer that specializes in story telling. Tired of all the bright, overposed, cookie cutter sh*t you keep seeing? Let's create wedding images with real emotion, story, and intention to them. I know being in front of the camera can be awkward. That's why I choose not to pose couples, but instead prompt you to do something like "take off your shoes and run across the field" or " get inside the car and kiss everywhere except the lips". These prompts will help you feel comfortable and also help create candid images. Check out my website for more info :)

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Jarrod and his wife, Taylor, are truly a dream to work with! My husband and I really wanted some simple engagement photos taken, but were reluctant because we’re not totally comfortable in front of the camera and didn’t want the poses/photos to look cheesy. Taylor gave us plenty of suggestions to pose us naturally and kept us laughing which put us at ease immediately. Jarrod was such a professional and really worked every angle and background to make it look like we spent an entire day shooting. The editing was super crisp and clean and the photos came back incredibly quickly. They far exceeded our expectations and we can’t thank them enough for giving us beautiful, lasting memories from such an important time in our lives. This couple is seriously amazing - genuine, fun, and experts at what they do!! Book them!
Kelsey B., 5 months ago
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Ivy Rose Photography

5.0

Las Vegas, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I'm a California and destination wedding photographer servicing all of California and wherever your love takes you. My timeless photography style is a mix of documentary and editorial curated to every couple's unique love story.

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Ivy was absolutely amazing. She made my day smooth & special. Our photos all came out so amazing and better then I could ever imagine. I always say trust your photographer when they’re trying to position you or when they have an idea. It always comes out absolutely beautiful. Every single photo captured the important moment did our wedding day.
Chelsea & M., 2 years ago
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Pictures by Nicole Seaman {"Pics by Nics"}

5.0

Allentown, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I was introduced to the world of photography the same week I was introduced to the world! All thanks to my Dad, who was never without his camcorder or camera. Because of him, our memories growing up are preserved. Then I got my first camera + tons of film. I documented everything. When film turned into digital, that was a turning point in my life. Since then, my memories, large + small, have been organized on my computer, by year. So I can go back + revisit so many wonderful memories from my life...most which I wouldn't remember without pictures!

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Nicole is absolutely amazing! She did our wedding photos and she made it fun while still getting beautiful pictures! We highly recommend her to anyone getting married!
DJ + A., 6 months ago
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Velvet Love Studio

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Our photographers are artists with a passion for capturing the beauty and emotion of your wedding day. We use top-of-the-line equipment and lighting to ensure your photos are nothing short of spectacular. As a mobile studio, Velvet Love goes beyond traditional wedding photography. They are adventurers, storytellers, and artists, ready to embark on a journey with you to create a visual masterpiece that transcends borders. The studio's flexibility in travel arrangements, paired with their artistic expertise, means that your wedding memories will be a blend of breathtaking landscapes and intimate moments that showcase the depth of your love.

The photographers and videographers at Velvet Love Studio are not just professionals; they are artists who masterfully craft visual stories that encapsulate the essence of your special day. During the pre-wedding shoot, the team went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera. Their guidance was invaluable, resulting in a collection of breathtaking photos that perfectly captured the love and excitement leading up to the big day. On the wedding day itself, the Velvet Love Studio team seamlessly blended into the background, capturing candid moments and the intricate details without intruding on the intimate atmosphere.Their ability to capture the raw emotions and fleeting moments left us in awe. The final products surpassed our expectations, with each image and frame telling a story that will be cherished for a lifetime.
Alison O., 4 months ago
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Stephanie Pardo Photography

5.0

Walnut Creek, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Originally from Colombia, I now call California home! At an early I began to take an interest in capturing the world as I saw it, as I followed my passion in photography it has taken me all around the world. I knew this passion was more than a hobby, so I pursued a degree in production photography and after graduating I decided that it was time for me to start fresh here in the United States. Upon moving here I immediately became captivated by helping others capture their most wonderful memories, especially during what might be one of the most important moments in their lives- their wedding!

Stephanie is a great professional. My husband and I hired her for our wedding book pictures couple in Chicago city; we wanted a casual style and pictures representing our personality and love. Stephanie has a great sense of people, which makes it easy for us to pose and enjoy our time during the shooting. She was on time and took extra time since, during the session, we came up with more ideas. We got the pictures shortly, and she kept us in the loop for changes or editing. I have another session booked with her for our first baby.
Laura & J., 4 months ago
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VILD Photography

5.0

Carson City, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We are Rob & M, a down to earth, fearless and loving photography couple (now husband & wife - since Aug 2020 yaaay!!) who make VILD Photography. Vild is the Swedish word for 'wild' and represents everything we stand for. We love the wild scenery that surrounds us, our wild couples and their wild spirits! After having spent three years being in a long distance relationship (flying back and forth between USA and Sweden to see each other) we feel fortunate to finally be at a point of our lives where we can pursue our lives greatest passions together - capturing beautiful moments in outstanding scenery.

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While we originally hired M and Rob of Vild Photography to photograph our micro-wedding in Lake Tahoe, we ultimately decided to elope after COVID hit. Through Plans A and B, Rob and M couldn't have been more communicative, flexible, and accommodating in helping us work through the details (and it was amazing to actually be able to tap into their secret superpower—scouting and shooting adventurous elopements. They're not just wedding photographers—Rob and M are wedding planners, location scouts, hiking buddies, officiants/witnesses, and the list goes on. Not only that, but they turned our elopement into a true EXPERIENCE. Whether it was driving in our Jeep to the most jaw-dropping location atop a mountain (my husband couldn't get over the fact that we got to off-road TO our wedding) or sipping champagne and watching the sun go down over Lake Tahoe as newlyweds, our evening spent with Vild Photography was truly the best night of our lives. When it comes to something as intimate as an elopement, it goes a long way to vibe and connect with your photographers. Not only are Rob and M INSANELY talented, but they're also the coolest, most fun folks to hang out with—and that 100% translates to our photos: we look so relaxed, happy, present, and "in the moment" in all of them. And that's truly how we felt that night. Whether you're eloping or having a more traditional ceremony, Rob and M are seriously special people and I couldn't recommend them enough. They took what could've been a basic elopement and turned it into an adventure that we'll remember and treasure for the rest of our lives. I cannot speak highly enough. We love them and will consider them our forever friends in addition to the people who took our wedding photos that we treasure so dearly. There's no one better.
Matt & L., 4 years ago
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Black Hat Studio

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We started off as a duo of quirky plastic artists who wanted to try something new - capturing weddings in a unique way that combined truthfulness and creativity. Fast forward 15 years and many, many amazing weddings later, and we're still just as nervous and excited before each event as we were on day one. I guess it means we still care! We believe your wedding photos should be a true reflection of your special day - capturing all the laughter, tears, love and joy in a way that takes you back to that exact moment. Making you relive the excitement, nervousness, happiness and warm fuzzy feelings of your wedding day.

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Black Hat Studio captured the emotions at our wedding phenomenally! We had a simple wedding in Riviera Maya with a last minute venue change because of a storm and the team calmly rolled with the punches and made the most of the changes. We were worried all the changes would reflect poorly in our photos and videos, but they turned out wonderfully and we've not tire of flipping through them! A wonderful group that we would book again in a heartbeat!
Christina T., 3 months ago
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Visuals by J. McKenzie

5.0

Upper Marlboro, MD
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Jamaal (J. McKenzie) has been described as an ever-evolving romantic, a perfectionist and a serial creative. With a perspective deeply rooted in expressive art-forms such as musicianship & spoken word, Jamaal approaches every story with an unwavering respect and veneration for each moment. Bred in Brooklyn, New York and tempered in a variety of cities across the vast United States and South America, Jamaal brings a familiar, yet fine-tuned touch, lodging echoes of that vastness in every image. Jamaal produces timeless visuals and agencies across the conduits of creative genres, exploring the roots of the emotions at the core of us all.

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It's always a pleasure working with Jamaal - He's professional, fun and always knows how to set our clients at ease when they're in front of the camera. The images speak for themselves, he's one of the best around! Can't go wrong!
Shane Redman, 2 years ago
Ezlan Powers Photography

5.0

Wauconda, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I'm an extroverted introvert. Being a wedding photographer for fifteen years will do this to you! I have been mindfully crafting my approach to serving couples for quite some time now. I'm an easy going soul, who loves to capture happiness and joy in genuine ways. I'm a gentle guide towards ideal photographs for most folks who find being in front of the camera stressful. I'm a very candid individual who can relate to a lot of differen experiences folks go through in life. I'm always eager to listen carefully to my clients when they share about themselves. It's those fine details that help me do a fantastic job on your wedding day!

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Ez was fantastic to work with for the wedding day. We met with them prior to a few times to discuss what the day itself would be like and what our hopes were. When the day arrived, Ez was there early and ready to go. They blended seamlessly into the guests of our wedding to get candid photos of people as well as beautiful clear shots of my husband and I. There was not a missed moment in all of the photos taken, including a few of my husband with his childhood pup who passed away not long after the event. After the wedding, we received our photos quickly and every single one was perfect. We ordered a bunch of different images to have printed for family and around our home. In all of the photos, the colors pop and everything is so vibrant. I'm beyond happy with Ez as our photographer and continue to recommend them to anyone looking.
Jeremy C., 6 months ago
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Fits & Stops Photography

5.0

Sacramento, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I’m a sucker for a story, especially a love story. Ever since beginning a love affair with photography in Scotland, I’ve worked to capture striking photography for hopeless romantics. From traditional weddings to elopements, I’m game to capture creative and sentimental moments in timeless color.

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We love PJ, and have loved getting to know him through our wedding planning process. We now consider him a friend! When we initially started interviewing photographers, my now-husband fell in love with PJ's personality and style almost instantly (I wish I could say that is how he fell in love with me....). PJ shoots with natural lighting so beautifully and upon speaking with him over the phone...we knew he was the right fit for us. We first met PJ in person when we did our engagement shoot in September 2019. He instantly made us feel comfortable and at ease. Our photos turned our natural and were beautifully captured. He seamlessly captured our go-with-the-flow and goofy natures, love of donuts, and love of our East Bay neighborhood. Flash forward a few months....and a worldwide pandemic hits. PJ has been such a grounding force during these last few months as we changed our wedding plans again and again. PJ has been nothing but patient and accommodating for us. We finally decided on a micro-wedding in a private residence. Not going to lie, I was nervous that our photos were going to look meh-meh since our "venue" wasn't fancy. When we got our photos back, I was awe-struck. PJ really worked his magic and made everything look like it came out of a fairytale. Post-ceremony, we arranged for a golden hour newlywed shoot. Let me tell you, PJ will do ANYTHING for the shot. We climbed hills, rocks, and got into bushes. PJ is dedicated to his craft. We can't wait for PJ to come back out to shoot our postponed reception and our future family photos. We feel pretty lucky that we found a photographer we truly love and can't wait to continue to work with.
Katy Wang & B., 4 years ago
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Dominic Trujillo Photography & Videography

5.0

Redlands, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I am an artist and a hopeless romantic. For me, taking photos has always been a way to not only express myself but to connect with the people around me. Documenting life and love has become second nature to me over the last 5 years as a wedding photographer.

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Dominic is a true gem! My fiance, (now husband) and I are timid in front of the camera but Dominic was able to capture the best of us anyways. We first did an engagement shoot with him where he braved the storms and wind with us to complete some amazing photos. He was able to make us feel so comfortable and capture all the right moments to bring to life our love on film. Shooting at the wedding was even more incredible. On a day that is already hectic and full of nerves, Dominic brought the calm and the fun as we shot all our photos throughout the night. His patience, humor, creativity, and amazing eye made the experience absolutely wonderful! I can't recommend him enough! HIRE HIM!
Emann B., 8 months ago
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AJ Photography-NV

5.0

Gardnerville, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I'm AJ, a wedding photographer based in South Lake Tahoe, CA Your wedding will be beautiful, unique, and full of joy, I believe your pictures should be too. Your day, and everything that made it so special, deserves to be remembered! But that's not my only goal - I want you to feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to be able to enjoy your entire wedding experience. Live in the moment, I'll be there to capture it.

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One of the best decisions I made was booking Armando. He was professional, calm, so easy and fun to work with, and made both our engagement shoot and wedding day 100 times less stressful. Not to mention the photos were amazing. Highly recommend!
Ilana S., 2 years ago
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Natural Images Photo Video

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

In business since 1992, Natural Images Photo Video provides a very unique photography and videography package specifically tailored to wedding couples. Our most popular package is our 'combo' All-Inclusive Photography and Videography Package.

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They are the sweetest folks to work with. We had always wanted a video package but could not find an affordable option. Billy and Miss Cheryl did BOTH! We got photos and videos for two days and they even live streamed our wedding to our family overseas. Billy's photos are insane gorgeous and Cheryl's video captured everything we had dreamed of. I highly recommend them to everyoone wanting a amazing wedding.
Megan M., 10 months ago
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Aryk Copley Photography

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Welcome! My name is Aryk, I’m a self-taught artist who built my skills from the ground up. My experience in photojournalism and street photography combined with my love of fine art are the foundation of my style. My approach to weddings is that of a documentarian and a witness. My couples are folks who value quality and intimacy, and want their wedding day illustrated with a unique album filled with artful candids, punctuated by breathtaking fine art portraiture.

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Looking for candids, street-style, and a mix of digital and film? Aryk is the photographer for you! Aryk captured all aspects of our September San Francisco wedding (welcome party, getting ready, ceremony, and reception), and every single image he captured was perfect. We wanted a gallery consisting mainly of candids and street-style images shot on mainly film but also digital, and Aryk delivered just that. My husband and I are not very comfortable in front of the camera, but we felt so comfortable with Aryk behind the camera! Aryk is incredibly calm, kind, fun, easy-going, creative, and thoughtful, professional, and punctual. He responded very quickly to emails not only from us, but also from our family members who had questions once we received our gallery. Added bonus: Aryk was very popular with our friends, family, and other vendors. Not only did everyone love the photos he captured, but they loved getting to spend time with Aryk. We are still receiving compliments on our photos! We highly recommend Aryk, and we will definitely work with him again.
Margaret C., 7 months ago
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Jos & Tree

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We are a husband and wife team based in Portland, Or and travel worldwide (we love travel) to capture our couples stories, and capturing the best imagery we can!. We specialize in creative moment driven wedding & lifestyle photography. We are committed to telling our couples stories and supporting them in ways that allow them to be free of stress and to be in the moment.

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Jos and Tree came highly recommended to us and, having worked with them, we now know why! A lot of people take wedding photos. Among them are a handful of folks who are also reliable, professional, and pleasant to work with. And within that smaller group, is an even smaller group of photographers who have real artistic vision matched with technical skill. Jos & Tree are, without a doubt, near the top of that select group. The images they produced of our wedding run the gamut from traditional wedding photos to absolute masterpieces of lighting, composition, and technical execution. Here's an example: as the day was wrapping up, and a bit *after* Jos and Tree's deadline for leaving had passed, they quickly posed my wife and I in front of a tree in the park; Jos had a vision for an image he wanted to capture in the fading light... and the resulting image proved absolutely magnificent; it is my favorite photo of the day, and among the top photographs I have seen anyone create, anywhere. On top of the artistic talent and skill, Jos & Tree were an absolute pleasure to work with; responsive, pleasant, personable, and fun. They were always on time, and ready to work... and work they did!! The amount of effort and energy they put into capturing lots of beautiful and creative images cannot be overstated. And then, they edited them beautifully, and have been working with us to select images to print and put in a book. The quality of their artistic consultation has been phenomenal. My wife and I have seen a lot of wedding photos that people proudly post online on sites like reddit. I can confidently say that I've yet to see more interesting and beautiful wedding photos than the ones I've seen from Jos and Tree. It's a pleasure to give these two lovely people our highest recommendation.
Lilli & N., 3 years ago
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Elmwood Images

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Elmwood Images specializes in creating a comfortable photography experience that allows each couple’s natural chemistry to shine. With her laid-back demeanor and simple direction, owner and photographer Tessa loves encouraging her clients to explore beyond their comfort zones. Inspired by your unique and quirky personalities, Tessa will deliver beautiful photos that capture your mesmerizing bond in captivating style. With a taste for unscripted moments, Tessa is devoted to making other people happy doing what she loves to do so well.

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Tessa at Elmwood images was amazing to work with. She had so many cute ideas if you are like me and have no idea what you want out of your photos there is no need to worry. She was very professional I highly recommend her.
Kenna B., 3 years ago
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Kristen LeighAnn Photography

5.0

Citrus Heights, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

hi! I’m Kristen. i'm a sweet tea loving, travel obsessed elopement and wedding photographer who specializes in capturing the candid, intimate moments that represent the best of your most important relationship—so you can relive your special day over and over again. i'm rooted in northern california, but i travel all over the country documenting couples in love!

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Kristen was fun to work with and the photos turned out great! Highly recommend.
Leeyen and I., a year ago
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Valley Images Photography

5.0

Acampo, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I have been photographing couples for nearly 10 years and have loved every minute of it. I have enjoyed following them through engagement, wedding, maternity and now family sessions. I have even become life long friends with some of them. I am a mother of 3 and have always loved art, and once I picked up my camera and found a way to tell others love stories, I knew I found what I was supposed to do.

We hired Michelle for our wedding and wow... where do I start?? Michelle and her assistant were INCREDIBLE! They were super friendly, thoughtful, funny, helpful and just made us feel incredible comfortable! My husband and I are shy people who do not like to be the center of attention and do not like to get our pictures taken, so we were both anxious about it. As soon as they started, we ended up actually having so much fun, laughing and having a great time getting our pictures taken! I have seen a few sneak peeks and am already in tears at how beautifully they turned out. I CANNOT wait to see how the others turned out! We will 100% be working with her again in the future! Thank you Michelle for the wonderful memories! Definitely do not hesitate and hire Valley Images Photography for your next event, you will not regret it!
Astrid, 8 months ago
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Rock&Love Weddings

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

WE'RE MARIA AND RICARDO, WE ARE HUSBAND AND WIFE AND THE HEART BEHIND THE PICTURES. WE ARE BASED IN NYC AND TAKE WEDDING COMISSIONS ALL AROUND THE US AND ABROAD BUT WE ARE ORIGINALLY FROM SPAIN AND PUERTO RICO MARIA IS YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER, ALL THE IMAGES ARE TAKEN AND EDITED BY HER. RICARDO IS YOUR VIDEOGRAPHER AND RUNS THE BUSINESS AND MAKES SURE EVERYTHING GOES AS IT SHOULD. THERE IS A LOT GOING ON BEHIND THE SCENES.OUR PHOTOGRAPHY IS BOLD & CREATIVE, AIMING TO TELL STORIES AND DOCUMENT THE REAL MOMENTS. WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SHOOT A FEW FORMALS AND WE ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE BRIDE AND GROOM SESSIONS.

Our experience with the lovely couple at Captured Group was nothing less than spectacular. They make the shoots effortless and seamless. Their overall aura and vibe is one of respect, professionalism, great communication and amazing skills. We could not have chosen someone better to take over our wedding picture. Can’t thank them enough and can’t recommend them enough either! We have beautiful memories to look back at thanks to Captured Group. Thank you thank you!!
Amanda, 3 years ago
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Jazmín Solano Photography

5.0

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

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

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Jazmín made our wedding day so incredibly special, capturing every detail and all the big moments as well. She is SO talented! From being willing to balance on a mossy log to get some gorgeous water pictures to making my husband and me (and our bridal party) feel so comfortable in front of a camera, Jazmín is so professional, kind, and has an eye for capturing the feeling and beauty of a place. She covered our day from beginning to end, and without her, we wouldn't have had many pictures from our day. We've never had professional photos taken of us before, and every photo Jazmín has taken of us is our favourite. We feel REALLY lucky to have had her there to capture so many moments of that day and to be able to look back on her work brings back so many happy memories. Thank you, Jazmín! (BOOK HER for your engagement shoots, your weddings, your family portraits - it'll be the BEST thing you do!).
Isabelle & A., 6 months ago
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Mary Lewis Photography

5.0

Folsom, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Located in Sacramento, California, Mary Lewis Photography is a company that specializes in documentary wedding and lifestyle photography in the Northern California regions. Serving Tahoe, Sacramento, Yosemite and Beyond. Mary Lewis Photography is available for travel nationwide. Owner and photographer, Mary believes in capturing much more than photos, but timeless and emotive images you feel in your bones. She combines your personalities and story to co-create a meaningful environment that captures true connection and heirloom moments. Ready to start your journey with her? Inquire today and let's create some beautiful memories!

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Mary Lewis was an absolute pleasure to work with from beginning to end. She was super intentional about getting to know us ahead of time so we didn't feel like strangers when the date came. Prior to our vow renewal, she was available as a resource for vendors and ideas. Then when the day came, she stepped in and helped us bring our event to life in every way! She truly understood what we were going for, and delivered flawlessly. She is so joyful, down to earth and kind. We were so grateful she was there to capture every detail for us!
Danielle R., 3 years ago
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The Bomani's

5.0

Ventura, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

A husband and wife photography team. We love going on adventures, whether it's a rock-climbing trip, surfing, or just trying a new take out place. We also love cute puppies and, of course, photography. We started our wedding photography business in 2019 when moving back to California after several years living in Sweden. Since then we have photographed many amazing couples! We can't wait to meet you and hear about your story!

Quanti took his time to find every perfect shot. He made us feel comfortable ,light, and easy. He was able to find an area away from the Halloween crowd to get a more intimate feel for our wedding photos. Thank you Quanti! We appreciate all your time and effort for both days you had with us.
Noemi A., 2 years ago
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Mariah R. Photography & Film

5.0

Minot, ND
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Light and bright, timeless photographs and videos for weddings and couples. ND, New England & CA based, available for travel. I describe myself as kind of Type A, kind of Type B. When it comes to photographing your wedding, I take a mixed approach of being a "fly on the wall" and guiding when appropriate. Lots of times my couples see their galleries and noticed things they had no clue even happened during the day. Candids and true documentary style photographs are what I strive to provide, as well as traditional photographs and poses.

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She was amazing! So easy to work with and was prepared for everything that happened during the day! I loved having her there in my big day and would recommend her to anyone!
Tracie C., 8 months ago
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Liz Koston Photography

5.0

Folsom, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Northern California adventurous wedding and elopement photographer capturing your one of a kind love story and unforgettable experience. I love meeting couples, hearing about their love story, and being able to help them bring out their love in front of the camera in a natural way. From the little glances to the tender touches, I live for the small moments that make relationships truly unique. It’s all about the connection between you and your #1 person. I’m here to create an everlasting experience for my couples. One that you can relive through your photos for a lifetime.

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Liz Koston Photography, is my favorite photog! She does an amazing job styling and staging her shoots. She sees the little things and since working with her on a wedding I have hired her to do 3+ session for my business. Her photos and edits are always on point . She does an amazing job of communicating anything I'm missing and has made marketing for my business easy as can be! I recommend her to all of my clients!
Leslie Lyon, 4 years ago
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Melissa Atle

5.0

Santa Rosa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

After 10 years and over 200 weddings, I know how to fold into a large group of people, how to be there and make it feel like I'm not. I've been documenting weddings for nearly a decade and I love it even more now than when I started. My work is candid, emotional, and comfortable. I love to infuse editorial and documentary moments into my galleries, but mostly I just love to be able to photograph moments as they unfold.

It’s been a year since our wedding and I still look at the photos Melissa captured of us on a daily basis. When we were going through the painstaking process of planning and budgeting for our wedding, photos were at the top of my list in terms of their importance. Enter Melissa—we met a year and a half before our wedding day when she took our engagement photos and it was basically love at first sight. We felt so incredibly comfortable with her almost immediately and by the end of our session, we were bantering and joking around like old friends. Flash forward to our wedding day—not only did Melissa take gorgeous photos of our ceremony, first look, reception, etc, but she was a support system and that is something that is truly invaluable on one of the biggest days of your life. I can’t recommend her more.
Jessie + M., 4 years ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

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

Ozan Ulucan Photography captured our love story flawlessly. Their passion, attention to detail, and warmth made our wedding day truly unforgettable. The photos are absolute masterpieces, evoking emotions we'll treasure forever. Highly recommend for anyone seeking the best wedding photographer!
Destiny, 4 months ago
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Yakim Photography LLC

5.0

Fresno, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I am a wedding photographer based in Fresno, CA. I strive to capture memories that will last a lifetime. My goal is for you to relieve your wedding every time you look at your photos. I want you to experience the love and happiness when looking back at your photos.

Yakim did amazing capturing my engagement and wedding! He was very professional, helpful, and accommodating. The photos turned out beautiful! He was also able to help us hire a videographer. Everyone loved the photos and video of my wedding day! I will definitely keep him in mind for any future photoshoots & would highly recommend him for your special day!
Mariana, 4 months ago
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Wander Out West | Photo + Video

5.0

Castle Rock, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hello, my name is Liv and I'm an Adventure Elopement + Destination Wedding photographer based in Colorado. I'm down for just about anything rock climbing, snowboard/skiing, hot air balloon, helicopters, ATV and sand dune riding. If you are up for a unique experience, I am here to capture it! If you want to keep it simple overlooking the mountains I am there! I'm here to tell your story no matter how minimal or adventurous it may be. Best yet, I travel to you! Traveling to new destinations with couples to their desired location is a part of what I do + love to do!

Working with Wander Out West was an absolute dream from start to finish. Our photos and video are like something straight out of a magazine and were exactly what we asked for in every way. We could not be more happy with the results
Sadia G., 15 days ago
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Lani's Vision Photography

5.0

Palo Alto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I'm not a regular photographer, I'm a cool photographer. Telling stories all up and down the coast of California. This girl (me), is a bomb mom of two trying to teach them to do what they love. As for me, that's telling your story. I've always loved the thought of traveling, observing and telling others stories. That's where you come to play. What's your story? Are you marrying your high school sweetheart? Are you traveling to your favorite place in the world to express your love? Is it just going to be you two? Do you both have a big family? Let me know. I'm here for it!

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Lani has done a numerous amount of shoots for us but the most special was our wedding pictures. She really captured all the love that was in the air that day. So blessed to be able to look back at all the photos and be taken back to our special day. Her style is AMAZINNNGGG. She's super sweet, has clear communication, answers any questions you have, and is very good at keeping you updated on your albums. Thanks lani for all the beautiful work you've done for us.
Joana + M., 7 months ago
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Brianna Noelle Photography

5.0

Tracy, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I started photographing weddings 10 years ago and have fallen in love with telling couples love stories. I strive to capture the moments as they happen and give my clients an unforgettable experience. From consult to photo delivery I am there every step of the way ensuring that my clients story is told beautifully, authentically and timelessly.

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We used Brianna Noelle Photography for our wedding she was professional and understanding. She appeared at our civil ceremony downtown SF and then traveled to our reception. We received previews quickly, within days. We received the full album and then some within the timeframe she provided. If I had any questions or requests she addressed them. It was a pleasure working with her and highly recommend.
Tiffany Patel, 10 months ago
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Northend Photography

5.0

Palm Springs, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hey! We're Alyssa + Alec husband and wife wedding + elopement photographers. Located in Southern California serving ALL couples around the United States. We shoot with intention; for our couples not for our portfolio, creating timeless memories you can relive and relive for the years to come. We work closely with our couples to guarantee a wedding album they've always dreamt of.

We met Alyssa through her instagram contest and have been so close ever since! She has documented such important parts of our lives in such a short time. Our engagement photos came out better than I envisioned and our elopement was magical! For our elopement, we did her elopement packaged she offered, and everyone she worked with made our day even more special. Alyssa has always answered any and all questions concerns in a timely and professional matter. Hire Northend Photography, they capture moments you didn’t even know existed and you won’t regret meeting them!
Cam + G., 2 years ago
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Vivian Chen Photography

5.0

Richmond, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

My style is natural and photojournalistic. I love capturing unscripted moments because those are the type of photos that tell a richer story of your day. Working with me means nothing overly posed, nothing awkward, nothing that doesn't feel like YOU. While we'll spend some time doing portraits, my priority is for you to be present and enjoy your wedding day. I like to shoot discreetly with an emphasis on candids so from the moment you first see each other to that last hilarious toast, you’ll be relaxed and focused on one another and not even noticed I’m there.

My musical group, Bay Area Strings, has performed at several weddings and receptions where Vivian was the photographer. Her event work is unobtrusive, taking great photographs without anyone noticing! We have ended up using several of her candid photographs of our string players, as she has a great eye for composition and color, with a modern and artistic style that still focuses on personality of the subjects. I have also noticed that her turnaround time to provide high-quality photos to the client and vendors is very fast compared to many others we have worked with.
Jen Mathers, 4 years ago
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hazel photo

5.0

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

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

We hired Paul for our San Francisco wedding and it was easily one of the best decisions we made. In addition to beautifully (and creatively) capturing the energy and excitement of the day, Paul was also an absolutely pleasure to work with at ever step of the way. Our wedding was in San Francisco this past August and had approximately 65 people in attendance. To say that we had high expectations for our wedding photographer was an understatement: we wanted someone who would be able to capture the dynamic energy and emotion of our big day in a natural, joyful way. I am happy to say that Paul exceeded all of our expectations and then some. We initially reached out to Paul in February through his website and we scheduled an introductory phone call. At that time I was chatting with a few different photographers in the Bay Area but was impressed at Paul's thoughtful questions regarding our vision of big day as well as the logistical considerations (venue locations, lighting , size, etc). From our first meeting at his lovely home, Paul was kind, thoughtful, considerate which made us feel like we were in good hands and helped put us at ease during the craziness of the planning. He asked us to consider which moments would be most important to our wedding and helped us think through the logistics of the day. Paul was also helpful in planning some of the big day itself: we had scheduled a city tour with our guests to occur between the ceremony and reception but were unsure where to go in the city. He recommended locations that would be both enjoyable for our guests and would make good backdrops for photos. In addition to the city tour, the day itself had a lot of moving parts which could have been really challenging to photograph (indoor ceremony in City Hall, outdoor brass band parade in full sunlight, indoor reception with low lighting in small antique store). Paul and his second shooter were well prepared and able to shot gorgeous photos in every location. Paul was also very mindful of which moments would be most meaningful to us. For example, we had mentioned that we specifically wanted lots of dancing photos from the reception and so Paul made sure a remote flash lighting system was set up in the reception venue which made for some fantastic dance floor shots. We had also said that we wanted to make sure we had a lot of candid photos of our friends of family and so Paul made sure to mingle among our guests, putting them at ease and getting natural, candid photos of our loved ones. After the wedding, Paul was able to send us our sneak peaks only after 24 hours (!) and the full gallery a short time after that. At this point, I was already very impressed but what happened after that really blew me away: Paul emailed me a few weeks after the wedding to me to ask if he could photograph some details from the wedding that he wasn't able to get on the big day (handkerchiefs from the brass band parade, wedding invitations, etc). He told me that he felt that those details were important in telling the story of our wedding and he wanted to make sure they were captured. I realize that it would've been easy for Paul to simply send the photos he already had but the fact that he found it was important to capture all the small details really speaks to his thoughtfulness, professionalism and excellence. We can't thank you enough, Paul!
Sasha & A., 4 years ago
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Danielle Michelle Photography

5.0

Martinez, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hey you! I’m Danielle Michelle! I am very passionate about not only delivering photos both bride and groom will adore but as well as friends and family for generations to come, Planning a wedding can be very stressful but working with your photographer should not be. I will be with you guys throughout the whole process making it as enjoyable as possible. I make sure every couple I work with feels beautiful and comfortable in front of the camera and leaves the experience feeling amazing. I would absolutely love to be part of your entire process from overall planning to execution of the day! Let’s chat about your big day and make some magic!

Danielle is one of my favorite second shooters to have with me on a wedding day. Her friendliness and overall care for the couple and their day really brings as much light into the day as possible. Throughout the 2 years of working together on over 15 weddings together we always get exactly what we want from the wedding day and our couples are always thrilled.
Twentythreeninteen, a year ago
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Alexandra Kaye Photography

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We want to create authentic images for couples in love! We value your time and we want you to enjoy working with us from day one. From the beginning stages of planning, until long after your wedding we are here for you.

I cannot begin to explain how luck we were to find Alexandra Kaye Photo. From planning to wedding day my communication with them was smooth and they put me at ease! We worked out a thorough timeline together and I am so happy I hired them. Thank you for making my wedding day perfect.
Amanda J., 4 months ago
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The Hendrys

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We're a Scottish duo living our best lives in Los Angeles! We appreciate unpopular TV shows, all the vegan food, and a good old road trip. But our most favorite thing is our two fur-kids (bunnies!). We are not typical wedding photographers, that is for certain. We go against the usual grain, and that's exactly how we like it to roll. Normal is boring. Well, for us, at least. Not just for the 'wild at heart' and 'free-spirited'. For e v e r y o n e. And we mean it. We don't discriminate. Ever.

Amazing! I really wish they planned events because I would hire them for everything. Sarah Darren were the kindest, most responsive, helpful, and patient vendors we hired for our wedding. Darren even helped move our ceremony arch! Totally not his job but we really appreciated the help! My husband and I hate taking pictures and we felt so comfortable on our wedding day. We really didn’t want cheesy traditional wedding photography so when we stumbled upon their instagram page we knew we had to hire them. Major plus that they love Harry Potter, Stranger Things, and spooky stuff! They’re the coolest humans. Hire them. You won’t regret it.
Brandi R., 2 years ago
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The Uncommon Weddings (Video + Photo)

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,097
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

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

Sway and his team at The Uncommon Weddings are AWESOME! They were extremely communicative, professional and fun! My husband and I are both a bit camera shy and they did a great job of capturing everything but not overwhelming us. Oh and our video is so beautiful it brought us to tears. Highly recommend going with them for your wedding!
Shahde T., 3 months ago
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JayneMayAgnes

5.0

Indianapolis, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Elopements are an incredible way to fuse together everything you love about doing life with your person and celebrate your relationship in a genuine, meaningful way. They allow you to put your marriage first. To release any pressure or judgment and just be you, together. Not only are you committing your life to someone you love more than anything, but you’re starting the adventure of a lifetime with an adventure of a lifetime. And because I’ll be there to help you craft the whole thing, and document it as it unfolds, you can relive your best day ever; over and over, forever.

I shot my first elopement wedding film with Jayne and she was such a joy to work with! Not only was she helpful in making sure I could get the shots I need, but she definitely had a rapport with the couple that really put them at ease. The other thing that really stood out was how thoughtful and detailed she was. She had done so much scouting, research, and leg work that the day just flowed really well and everything was just easy! Would highly recommend working with Jayne!
Danny Hall, 2 years ago
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Henington Studios

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We're Jay and Larissa, partners, parents, and documentary wedding photographers based in Chicago and capturing weddings around the world. We've photographed love stories from Mexico to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. We've also been ranked among the world's best wedding photographers, but what matters most to us is what our couples think. Our goal is to blow your mind with photos that make your mother-in-law cry and your best friends say "holy shit!" If you want wedding photos that aren't just wedding photos, you're in the right place.

Holy sh**. Excuse my language, but It is needed to make sure that those of you reading this understand how sincerly amazing Jay and Larissa are. We have used them to photograph us personally as a couple and have used them for a wedding of family friends; and newborn pictures of my Niece, Harper. Each and every experience and photo shoot and email and text and phone call with them has been perfectly professional, fun, and reasonable. The prices are great, the people are great- and the photos are freakin perfect. Unique and fun and different- but also traditional for those seeking that. Jay and Larrisa are an amazing couple and they take seriously great photos. We will be using them for the next niece who is soon to arrive, and for engagement and wedding photos in the upcoming years. PLEASE give them a call today- they are the best!!!!!
Ali & H., 3 years ago
Ruzin Cunningham Photos

5.0

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I want to capture all your in-between moments, those are my favorite, the way you guys sneak looks and steal kisses. I don’t want to be just another person who shows up and waves a black box in your face. I want your photos to represent your effortless connection, the closeness with your person, and all the other things that make you guys YOU! I am inspired by your love and I want to capture YOUR raw and real story. I want to tell it through my photos. And the fact that no else has been in my shoes, I see the world through eyes that no one else has. That’s what makes me different. Also NO TRAVEL FEE anywhere in the states!!

We got married in June 2022, and even now looking at our photos and video has us in disbelief at how Ruzin beautifully captured our special day. It’s like we’re viewing someone else’s wedding, but it’s actually ours! Throughout wedding planning, she went above and beyond for us and we can’t truly express our gratitude. She takes the time to get personal and get to know you well and understand your vision to help take it to the next level. We’ve seen many wedding photos, but hands down ours were the best. Choosing her was the best decision we made!
Ramya & T., a year ago
Luxium Weddings

5.0

Springfield, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,589
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

We understand there's a lot to plan for your wedding which is why we simplify things for you. We are a photography and videography team whose passion is to creatively retell your big day through beautiful photos and videos. With over a decade of combined experience, you can rest assured knowing that your wedding day will be beautifully preserved.

Matt is great to work with and the quality of his work is unmatched. He has a keen eye for capturing what matters most and takes high quality well-composed photos. He offers photography and video recording (as well as arial footage). He really is a one-stop shop. If you have an important event where you need a photographer/videographer, contact Matt with Luxium Weddings. You will be glad you did.
Micah and J., a year ago
Michelle Walker Photography

5.0

Napa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hi. It’s Michelle. And I’m a photographer who lets you relive every moment of your wedding. You cried coming down the aisle? Perfect! The best man forgot the rings? Hilarious! Three-hour portrait sessions? No way! Couples (and moms) ask me all the time…“How did you get that shot? I didn’t even see you!” That’s my style… unobtrusive, authentic, exceptional. I truly love what I do and it shows in emotional, meaningful photography. So, give me a ring. I can't wait to hear all about your big day!

We absolutely loved working with Michelle for our wedding. Michelle is so fun and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera from day one! She helped turn our “Covid/backyard” wedding into the most amazing and special day. She captures the most incredible moments and has an unbelievable eye for detail. Our day would not have been the same without her. Her love of “love” is contagious and everyone around her can feel it. Michelle is the absolute best. We cannot recommend her enough. She is so easy to work with and truly makes the wedding planning experience fun and memorable.
Jennie & M., 4 years ago
Amy Little Photography

5.0

Napa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

I'm Amy, chief picture taker, head editor, dubious web designer, and volunteer animal hugger at Amy Little Photography. Work is always fun because I'm never far from snacks and never close to snakes. Taking pretty pictures is easy. But documenting the honest, emotionally raw, and laugh-out-loud, because you didn't know that happened pictures is where I really shine. Photographing hundreds of weddings has deepened my joy of authentic storytelling. It's also been a catalyst for my cake addiction so I hope you're cool with being an enabler.

I LOVE working with Amy! She has such a fun personality and her work is beautiful.
Lauren Miller Events, 4 months ago
Marisa Ruth Photography

5.0

Castro Valley, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hey, I'm Marisa! I work with couples to help capture their dream wedding day! Most days you can find me drinking coffee in front of my computer editing the day away. If I’m not home in the SF Bay Area, I’m most likely in the Sierras or at a session off the grid. Outdoor adventures light up my soul! I basically live out of a duffle bag. In my free time you can find me drinking wine with friends, maybe on a run, laying around with my dog, near a lake or finding the best tacos.

Marisa is truly the best! When my husband and I first booked her last year, we were nervous to do our engagement photos, we were and are (lol) not the “photogenic/IG” type couple. But Marisa ran with it and made the whole session comfortable and embraced our quirky-ness! Fast forward to our wedding (2weeks ago) Marisa and her team were a dream! My husband and I didnt feel awkward, they were all so great no matter what scenario and/or event came up! (Insert ants) I’m so happy to have had Marisa be a part of such a special day for my husband and I! There is no one else I would go to for my future life events! Thank you so much Marisa!!
Allyson P., 9 months ago
Haley Douglas Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hi my name is Haley Douglas, hence where I came up with the name Haley Douglas Photography. I am a San Diego based destination wedding and elopement photographer. But you can also refer to me as a professional good time haver, your personal hype women or the best third wheel around. I am all about the real moments, the true feelings and all the weirdness that makes your love story exactly that, YOUR love story! I am very passionate about connecting with my couples on a deeper level. The better we get to know each other and open up to each other, the more personal and meaningful your photos will be.

Haley’s photographs of our wedding are stunning!!! We are so happy with Haley’s work! She is so friendly, helpful, and kind. I highly recommend Haley for anyone looking for beautiful photographs!
Kyle & M., 3 years ago
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Haley quadros photo

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Hi I’m Haley! I’m a Nashville based photographer who specializes in weddings and elopements. I’m a big fan of candid moments and love capturing photos that represent you as a couple. I have two littles, a loving husband, and the cutest fur baby that I absolutely adore!

Haley was a dream to work with. She made me feel so beautiful on my wedding and and absolutely capture the day perfectly! If i could get married all over again just to have her shoot our wedding I would.
The A., 2 years ago
ShootAnyAngle Photography

5.0

Saratoga, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Life is full of amazing moments. Moments we want to hang onto tight, moments we want to never forget, moments we want to be able to re-experience anytime. There is a way to do just that - photography. How often have we looked at a photo and the whole memory comes flooding back? How often does a photo make us laugh or cry? When we share photos with others, they want to know more about the moment. We share the stories, and in doing so, we bring them in on the memory too.

Without Angela & James my wedding would have been postponed or cancelled. Angela gave me info to help my wedding possible in the time of COVID. And let me tell you... they are TRULY A BLESSING. The best investment we made for the wedding was photography. I told my husband that was something I would not budge on and I’m glad I didn’t, Angela and James became like friends to us. I text Angela on the holidays and even when my son was born! They pay so much attention to detail that looking back at my photos they captured moments that I didn’t even realize were a part of my wedding. Their turnaround time is remarkable, all the sneak peaks made me want to see more and more and when I got the final photos I was in awe of all of them. Thank you to Angela & James for capturing the beautiful moments of our wedding!!!! Such genuine people and I’m glad that we met them and built a friendship!!!!
Devery & M., 3 years ago
McBride Pictures

5.0

Rancho Cordova, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,195
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

My name is Robert McBride. I am a professional wedding and event photographer based in Sacramento, CA. I have photographed more than 120 events in Northern California. I have loved photography since high school in the 80s. I have an amazing day job where I have worked for 20+ years so I sincerely don't do this for the money. I really just love photography and weddings in particular. I try to keep the prices reasonably priced to cover my costs and gear but really I want you to have professional pictures and still have money for things like a honeymoon :)   

I've worked with Robert McBride of McBride Pictures on multiple weddings, and it's always a pleasure. He's responsive to my emails, easy to work with on the wedding day, and quick to turn around the photos, which always look beautiful. I think my couples have felt comfortable with him behind the camera, guiding them into poses that will look flattering in the final photos. I'm always happy when I have a wedding with Robert!
Risa James Events, 2 years ago
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Jordan Shoots Weddings
Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Lake Tahoe, CA

Jordan Robert Taylor is a wedding photographer based in Seattle, Washington. Jordan loves witnessing people enjoying life and celebrating precious moments. When he picks up his camera, his goal is to make his clients look and feel extraordinary. Your love is unique and wonderful, and Jordan wants to give you a collection and an experience you'll remember and cherish forever.

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About wedding photographers in South Lake Tahoe, CA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in South Lake Tahoe, CA?

A South Lake Tahoe, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $10,000 and averages at $2,600. 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 South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe, 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?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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