Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Oakland, CA

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Katelyn Tucker Photography

5.0

San Leandro, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700

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

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We are so incredibly grateful to have had Katelyn as our wedding photographer. Not only is she an extremely talented and professional photographer, she is an amazing human being that was so comforting to have throughout the wedding planning process and on the day of. She is simultaneously playful, flexible, and organic as well as organized and methodical throughout her photoshoots and has taken the best, most extensive set of photos of us as a couple to capture such an awesome moment in time. We had a wedding ceremony and reception with a ton of things going on and huge shot list that Katelyn executed flawlessly and went above and beyond to fully document our big day. Can't recommend her enough!!!
Erica K., 8 months ago
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C Wagner Photography & Design LLC

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

I’m Cherlyn (rhymes with Berlin). So nice to e-meet you! If we met in person and it wasn’t during a pandemic- I would probably hug you! I’m an introvert-extrovert and tend to ramble too much when I get nervous. In emails - I tend to use exclamation points a lot!! (and will agonize over my drafts of emails before sending them because they probably have one too many!!) My aim as your photographer is to provide a memorable experience where you two feel comfortable, taken care of, and get to fully enjoy your wedding day as much as possible with all your guests & loved ones - whether they be in real life or via livestream!

Working with Cherlyn has been an absolute pleasure! She has taken our engagement, wedding, and family photos, which have all turned out beautifully. She communicates clearly, has incredible attention to detail, completed absolutely everything on time, and takes the most perfect photos. I continue to return to Cherlyn for any photography needs - she’s the best!
Jordan & K., 4 months ago
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Jenna Salvagin Photography

5.0

Warwick, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Oakland, CA

I believe love is love and happily photograph couples of all backgrounds, orientations, religions and gender expressions. I aim to create authentic and emotive images for my clients and edit true to color so the work will be timeless. My personality is friendly and warm, which helps make my couples feel at ease and open up in front of the camera. I donate $100 from every wedding day package to a non profit organization (either the ACLU, End the Backlog or the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation) because I believe paying it forward in honor of love is an excellent first step into marriage.

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My spouse and I have had the pleasure of working with Jenna 3 times. Soon to be 4. We lucked out by finding Jenna for our elopement ceremony. She was able to accommodate our schedule, understood our vision for the multiple locations (walking distance) and exceeded the expectations that we had. She was able to find the light, deal with the wind and produce beautiful photos that only a true artist can capture with their eye. Jenna was instrumental in utilizing our time with her by doing a little prep work to make the day of go smoother (list of must get photos, our end goal for photos). While planning a family celebration Jenna was our first choice and our long standing photo relationship became official! Jenna made a small party look like a lively event. It made our family members very happy to capture the moments. During our engagement shoot Jenna indulged my need for a literal costume change. She captured our natural state of being silly and reigned us in to do the engagement shots you all want to have for your memories. We look forward to having the friend reception in which Jenna will be capturing our "Wedding Party" and the subsequent costume reception. Jenna has an artistic eye for the classical, modern and quirky. We have literally tried it all with her and have been amazed every time. The feeling you get when you see the email of your preview or full gallery being available is priceless.
Mariya and A., 3 years ago
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Nightingale Photography

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900

Hi, I'm Christina Hernandez, and I am passionate about emotional, documentary photography. After working 15 years as a staff photojournalist at the San Francisco Chronicle, I've taken my years of experience to create rich, memorable images for my couples. My goal is to create a photo gallery that tells YOUR story. You are unique and your images should be, too. I cry at weddings. I can't help it! I get emotionally invested and I won't apologize for it. It allows me to get into the zone where I am completely immersed in the moment and I strive to make images that reflect that. I love being inspired by new locations, and I go with the flow.

Awarded Best of Zola
I love working with Christina from Nightingale! She is fun, knowledgeable, very understanding of ones vision and overall talented. I highly recommend her!
Diana Dorsey, 4 years ago
Olivia Smartt Photography

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900

Want a trusted, unobtrusive, thoughtful pro photographer friend on your wedding day? Someone to capture the way the wedding FEELS as well as it looks. A little direction during portrait time, a little leadership during family portraits, and near invisibility all other times? I think you’re onto something. I’m in. What's exciting? What’s important? What's confusing? Let’s sit down for a discovery meeting and I’ll ask, listen, lay out options, and share suggestions. I want to learn about you. I'm on your team 100% before, during, and after your wedding. Bonus: I've shot 400+ practice weddings before yours and I absolutely LOVE what I do!

We found Olivia to be a wonderful, skilled photographer! Her eye for composition is creative, yet she demonstrated the connectiveness of us as a couple. The one thing that stands out is how Olivia totally put us at ease by using innovative ways to relax us as we were posing. She had us, as we were holding a position close to each other, to tell each other 3 things we love and appreciate about each other. This of course brought smiles and was totally relaxing and sincere. She made us so relaxed and comfortable . As a result , the photos look completely natural. We actually became engaged the afternoon, immediately after these photos were taken. She made the moment so relaxing and magical. It was serendipity. I recommend her highly, and will be spreading the word amongst my friends and contacts. We will treasure these photos forever.
Michael M., a year ago
Ryan Sin Photography
Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300

I am a California based wedding photographer available to shoot across the U.S. and worldwide. I am passionate about telling the stories through my photographs. I don't have a template or inspiration board. My inspirations are all the people at each wedding and all the connections they share with one another.

Alison Yin Photography
Oakland, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

We are Alison and Adm, and together, we photograph weddings. You won’t find us directing shots, telling you what to do or where to look. But when you look at your pictures, at real moments, all the emotions from your wedding will come back to you, and really, would that be the best way to re-live and share your memories? We strive to be the best documentary wedding photographers in the bay area.

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A Perfect Impression

5.0

Brentwood, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195

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 booked API through our venue. We got Thomas as our photographer and we couldn’t have asked for someone more perfect for our day. He was professional, respectful, and attentive. He checked with us multiple times about his photography vision and also made sure that we were taken care of. Thank you so much Thomas!!
Torii C., 2 months ago
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Twentythreeninteen

5.0

Benicia, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800

My name is Thomas Seabury I am a wedding photographer of 8 years, over the past 3 years shooting just over 100 weddings per year. Each wedding I take on the roll of coordinator, photographer, and personal assistant keeping the entire day running smoothly and keeping the stress of the day as far from the bride and groom as possible. I would love to be a huge part of your entire process from overall planning to execution of the day! In the off chance you're booking at a Northern CA Wedgewood venue, I have hundreds of hours of experience at each of their venues and work very closely with the everyone of the staff at Wedgewood.

Awarded Best of Zola
We flew Thomas out to Mexico to shoot our wedding and the days surrounding. Best decision ever. He took incredible candid and posed shots, one of which is now hanging in our dining room for all to see. Thomas is not only talented - he is kind, patient, and goes above and beyond each time we hire him to capture our celebrations. He is great with kids, manages stress well (think family photo with 30 people) and his post editing skills are detailed and sharp. Book him quick :)
Nomi, a year ago
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Hannah Berglund Photography

5.0

Livermore, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,500

I'm Hannah, a full time wedding and portrait photographer in Livermore, California. To me, photography is so much more than just hiring another vendor. And that's why you should choose someone you truly love to work with! I believe the real magic happens during the in-between moments – a secret smile shared by the parents; a tearful hug with the maid of honor; a quirky moment with the best man. These memories are far more precious than any staged photo, and these are the memories I want to capture for you on your big day.

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Hannah is a joy to work with. She completely understands that success for a team of wedding vendors is achieved by cooperating as a cohesive group and not as disparate individual vendors doing their own thing. Her friendly and optimistic demeanor motivates us all to perform our very best for our mutual clients. And the photos she takes are full of such life, perfectly capturing the spirit of the day - you almost feel like you were there!
Henry K, 4 years ago
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Stephanie Pardo Photography

5.0

Walnut Creek, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

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 did our Engagement photos and some family photos and they were nothing short of perfect. She has such a great eye when it comes to lighting, background and all the small details needed to capture those special moments. She also puts so much effort and time in to delivering the best photos to you quickly! I highly recommend her for any and all your photo needs.
Melissa & C., 3 months ago
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All On Deck photos

5.0

Hayward, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800

We are a Northern California Photography and Videography team! Our team believes being there with you every step of the way. Our team is invested not only in your story but also in ensuring you two have a memorable and intentional experience from start to end. Our team wants to help you focus on what matters most when you get married. That’s what makes this more than a "job" to us. We want to get to know you two better in order to cater to your needs and make you feel comfortable on the most important day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Team AOD not only provides you with a great quality product, but their professionalism, yet fun vibes will make you enjoy the process the whole way through! It is apparent they love what they do and are experts in their craft. I would highly recommend AOD to capture any of your life's special moments!
Tiffany F., a year ago

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About wedding photographers in Oakland, CA

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

A Oakland, CA wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $20,000 and averages at $2,900. 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?

94% of photographers in Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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