Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in El Cajon, CA

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Halley Vernon Photography

5.0

El Cajon, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Hi I'm Halley I’m a couples, wedding, and elopement photographer based in San Diego, Big Sur, and Seattle, but I’m ready to follow you anywhere! I was born and raised in the PNW, I’m 28 years old, I have a husband and 2 puppies who I love with my whole heart. I’m an extroverted introvert who loves all-night brewery hangs just as much as home game nights, and my love languages are words of affirmation and sushi.

Halley Vernon has been one of favorite photographers to work with. From the beginning Halley was super informative and considerate to make sure I was well prepared for the wedding we were both going to be working. Super professional yet very intentional. When it came to the wedding day, Halley was on top of it. Making sure we stayed on schedule and capturing every detail they requested. Not only that but Halley really pushed my creativity to capture photos in different angles that I wouldn't have ever thought about. I highly recommend Halley for your big day!
The Filming Israel, 2 years ago
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Unveiled Wedding Photography

5.0

El Cajon, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Unveiled Wedding Photography is one of San Diego’s most highly sought after wedding studios. Lead photographer, Mark Hillis has captured 900+ weddings. This vast experience, plus his background in commercial photography, gives him the expertise that few other San Diego wedding photographers can match. All of our collections include an experienced assistant photographer as well as a very detailed 1 hour timeline analysis done by Mark personally. Mark analyzes the entire day with you, and then types it up in detail. Unveiled's photojournalistic style ensures that your story is told as it unfolds, from the veil going on, to your sparkler exit.

Mark and his team were wonderful! I am so happy with my photos and the package I chose. The pricing was amazing and such great value. You don’t have to compromise a fantastic budget friendly price for high quality photos. We also received so many photos! I was so impressed with the work. I work in the events world and I’ve been charged a lot more for less. I highly recommend Unveiled Wedding Photography. Mark walks you through everything, gives excellent insights, and ultimately delivers a collection of memories that I’m so happy to have. I also loved that Mark brought a third person to our wedding that was paying attention to all of the details. From jacket buttons to necklaces, and stray hairs, he had us picture perfect the whole time.
Rachel M., 3 days ago
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Carlsbad Photo

5.0

Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I’ve been happily married for almost 27 years. I have three awesome sons. My parakeets Kiwi and Sparky are very social, meaning very loud! Champagne (maybe that’s why I love weddings) and sushi lover here! Photography has been my passion ever since my dad gave me my first film camera and introduced me to the dark room at age of 10. I lived in Japan for 12 years, and even performed on a stage there. I’m always up for a great road trip! I love tuna fishing. I love hats and want to wear them everyday (over 20 hats in my collection). I’ve been shooting beautiful weddings for almost 10 years. I secretly cry at every wedding.

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When it came to our Halloween wedding, the road was filled with unexpected hiccups and stress. However, we were incredibly fortunate to have found Irina, our remarkable wedding photographer. From the very beginning, Irina's presence and talent helped us navigate the challenges and find moments of joy amidst the chaos. Her warm and calming demeanor made us feel at ease, allowing us to relax and embrace the magic of our wedding day. Beyond her talent, Irina's genuine care and dedication were evident in every interaction. She went above and beyond to ensure that our experience was stress-free, guiding us through the process with kindness and reassurance. We wholeheartedly recommend Irina as a wedding photographer. Irina, we are forever grateful for your presence and the remarkable photographs that now serve as timeless reminders of our Halloween fairytale. Thank you for turning our hiccups into moments of magic and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Jordan, a year ago
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Emily Morgan Photos, LLC

5.0

Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Traveling has taught me the importance of capturing all the important - big and small - moments to look back on years later. I love capturing those truly candid moments. The kind of photos that put you right back in the moment five, ten, fifty years later. I'm a Southern California-based photographer that will travel wherever you want to document your love! I'm constantly exploring in my hiking boots with laid-back couples that want to capture genuine moments about their relationship. When I'm not taking pictures, you can usually find me hanging out with my people, hiking, watching sitcoms, or taking a spontaneous trip.

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I'm not even sure where to begin! We met Emily in 2022, when my now husband and I got engaged in the Outer Banks. Leading up to our engagement shoot, we were both anxious expecting to feel uncomfortable and out of place in front of a professional camera lens for the first time. After meeting Emily, that awkwardness lasted about 2 minutes flat, and soon found ourselves not only feeling comfortable, but truly having a blast with it. Between changing locations, we grabbed coffee and bagels where we spent time chatting and getting to know Emily, discovering many similarities between our families, talking about our dogs and so much more. While shooting at our second location, a gorgeous botanical garden none of us had ever been to, it truly felt as if we were just there to explore and that Emily was our childhood friend who happened to just have a camera with her taking photos and not at all that we had just met her earlier that morning. By the end of our day together, before even seeing a single photo from our shoot, we were already discussing flying her out to NY to shoot our wedding and months later, the minute we decided on a date, we hired Emily again. Working with Emily to plan our photography portion of the wedding was truly the easiest part of the entire wedding planning process for us. She was extremely helpful and organized, asking questions, giving suggestions and creating a detailed timeline based on what was important to us, but what stood out the most was that she was genuinely passionate about making the day as enjoyable for us as possible. She showed us this by going above and beyond in ways such as offering help and resources completely unrelated to photography, doing her own research, creating polls on her social media platforms to help answer our questions, reaching out to her own personal contacts, sending helpful questionnaires, answering late night texts and emails and beyond. Our calls with her always put me at ease during such a hectic time and turned my anxiety into excitement. Leading up to our wedding, Emily continued to often reach out just to simply check on us and see if she could offer a helping hand (beyond the million ways she already had) which stood out immensely to us. The day of our wedding, having Emily with us was truly like having a lifelong friend there to get ready together. Something so special about her is the way she has mastered the balance between bringing a presence of excitement and a sense of calming to the day. She is able to get the photos necessary without an overbearing energy which many of our friends and family observed as well, mentioning how they wish their own wedding photographers were more like her. We received much praise from our families and friends but also our other vendors as well, for how well she worked with them and how kind and easy it was to spend the day with her. She was not just our photographer, she was a pillar of our day. When you hire Emily, you are really hiring a passionate, down to earth, genuine and professional person who happens to also be an incredibly talented photographer. Sharing two of the most special moments of our lives so far with Emily has been such a blessing. We are so excited to continue to hire Emily for all of our next chapters in life. She has become a dear friend of ours and love any reason to work with her we can get! You will not regret hiring her!
Emily S., 6 months ago
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South of Indigo Photography

5.0

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

Documentary style luxury wedding photographer offering digital, 35 and 120 film, and vintage Super 8 videography based in Southern California. Really big fan of my dog, fiancé, girly dinner parties, NYC lights, and walks around stunning cities and cobblestone streets. I have traveled extensively throughout my career and passport ready to be a part of your love story near or far.

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Her direction & vision is on point. There's no wasting time with Lo. She had tons of ideas and snacks for *just in case* you get the hungies. Thanks for helping me look super cool on camera.
Kate, 6 months ago
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YC Photography

5.0

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

I am really passionate about my job. I love meeting and connecting with people. Making them laugh and having fun during the photo session is one of my main purposes. I love when clients they tell me they don't like to have their pictures taken, that is a challenge; and I promise I will change their minds. When you put your heart and soul in what you do, everything comes naturally.

Yrsina did our wedding pictures and I just loved her personality and professionalism so when we got pregnant we just had to call her to do our pregnancy photos and of course once our baby was born I had to call her again… I have to say when it comes to babies… she has so much patience and she just loves what she does… the end result shows it!!! Wouldn’t have any anyone else taking our pics… we definitely made the right choice! We highly recommend her!!!
ERIKA M., 3 years ago
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Image In Love Photography

5.0

Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

I'm in love with taking photos and I spend all of my time working on fine-tuning my photography but also getting deeper than just taking photos. I am taking photos with the purpose now more than ever. Its been my years of experience that has helped me develop my photography into art and not just a picture taker. From the moment I meet my clients, I want to know as much as I can. Getting closer to a client really transcends into the photographs I am taking of them and their special day.

Toby is the best! If you need an amazing, trustworthy photographer that will do an awesome job then he’s your guy! Super reliable and easy to work with. Thank you Toby! - Jared Sislin
Jared Sislin, 2 months ago
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Khoa Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Hi there! I'm Khoa, a San Diego based wedding photographer who enjoys spending time with good people and road trips. I love all things weddings because witnessing couples' happiness brings me joy and fuels my creativity. I want to create photographs that can stand the test of time so couples can relive their day years from now and for generations to come.

I honestly can’t say enough good things about Khoa. He was the photographer for my friend’s wedding and I saw how beautiful her photos were so we sought him out for our engagement and wedding photography. He was a joy to work with for both events! He arrived early to the engagement shoot to scope out the best photo spots and directed us as needed. On the day of the wedding, he arrived promptly and took many amazing shots of us Even though we are both pretty camera shy, we felt very comfortable with him. His turnaround time was also super fast!! He was so accommodating and attentive during the editing process and we absolutely love the results. We would highly recommend Khoa to anyone we know looking for a photographer. I believe he does travel photography as well! Thank you Khoa for our treasured photos!
Stephanie, 5 months ago
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Brittany Bender Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

I love telling the messy, beautiful stories of life and each person’s own unique experience being human. I'm a people-person to my core and I thrive on creating a space where you can feel free to be your incredible self. I want us to know each other as real people, not just as commitments on each other’s calendars. Let's be friends and make photos that are lovely and messy and true. This is an inclusive, anti-racist space for all humans, all love, and all body-types. You, your love, and your story are welcome here. Come as you are.

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Brittany was amazing to work with from our very first interaction until receiving our full album; even afterwords she continued to help us by answering questions about which types of print to order for our home. We were really drawn to her candid style of photography and outgoing personality. From the first email she was genuine and personable, making us feel extremely comfortable and excited for the process. Brittany spent a great deal of time getting to know us and what we were really looking for from our wedding photos. When the day came, we both felt relaxed and ready to have fun. It felt like we had a close friend taking our photos and not some random person. I would highly recommend working with Brittany, we look forward to continuing to work with her for future family photos!
Monica, 7 months ago
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Ciara Cusseaux Photography

5.0

San Ysidro, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

Welcome! You know those little big moments with a loved one? The moments when the rest of the world turns silent and you think to yourself, “This is love. I want to remember this forever!” That’s what Ciara Cusseaux Imagery is all about. Spend everyday being present, collecting beautiful moments together. We’re there for you when you want them captured!

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Ciara was such an excellent choice for us. Her use of light, color and depth in her photos combined with her professionalism and eye for guiding us in the shots was so impressive. Our photos came out so beautiful! Don't hesitate to hire her for your big day.
Megan, 5 months ago
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Katie Clare Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100

I was raised in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California. I was drawn to photography in middle school and would enter photos of our family pets or family backpacking trips in our local county fair. My passion for photography grew while working as a hiking guide in Yosemite National Park. I mean… who wouldn’t want a stunning photo of Half Dome? El Capitan? Yosemite Falls? I graduated from University of California Davis with a major in Graphic Design and a minor in Technology Management. In my free time I like to hike, travel, and watch Friends and The Office. You will most likely find me stuffing my face with either Indian or Thai food.

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She is so fun to shoot with and makes you feel so comfortable even if you have never taken professional photos before. My fiancé (now husband) and I had so much fun during our session! Every time I have shot with Katie I am over the moon when I get the photos back, she does an incredible job and has such a unique eye!! We have shot with her multiple times and had her shoot at our wedding, I can’t recommend her enough!
Amanda B., 2 years ago
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Black Hat Studio

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900

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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Eduardo from Black Hat studio is the most fun photographer to work with! He is always in good mood, ready to make you laugh and make you feel comfortable and confident in front of a camera. I love that his style is so natural, he hates poses, he prefers to capture the natural expressions of the people, he plays with the lighting, he is amazing! You can no go wrong with Black Hat Studio!
ferrza10@hotmail.com, 3 years ago
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Jalea Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

Hey there! I'm Linda. San Diego wedding and portrait photographer. I've been photographing weddings for 5 years and have loved every minute of it. I'd love to chat with you and share how I can help you get the best possible images on your special day while giving you a great experience.

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I found Linda when I Googled "San Diego Courthouse Weddings". An article came up on why you should have a courthouse wedding, featuring some very simple yet amazing photos Linda captured of a Courthouse Wedding. I contacted her and she called me back the same day. She was inquisitive and asked me what I liked about that shoot and took the time to get to know me and what I was looking for. She strives for excellence and wants nothing more but to delight her clients. She became my mini Wedding planner by offering recommendations for services I needed. I asked her for these referrals and we went with the officiant and videographer she recommended. She provided several recommendations and I needed all the help I could get. She was like a sister and didn't make it about the money. Although, she is worth every dollar and more. She made sure to ask me to make a list of all the group photos I wanted, she didn't want to miss one photo opportunity that was important to me. She is so dedicated and visited our wedding site venue, prior to our wedding date, to assess for the best locations on the grounds and lighting during the time our wedding would take place so she could capture the best portraits. On the day of the wedding, she was of course early and checked in with me at the Bridal Suite to say hello and let me know she was there. After the shoot, she checked in with me, sent the previews before the time she promised and made sure I was completely satisfied. We are extremely happy with our photos and so thankful she was part of our special day.
Kim G., a year ago
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Kayley Driggers Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Hiii! I'm Kayley and I'm so glad you're here. I’m energized by meeting new people, so please say hello! I’m a go with the flow kind of person – which explains my love for spontaneous trips and the excitement of weddings. I love to dance and have a good time (seriously, I WILL be out there on the dance floor with you).

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Kayley was recommended to me by a good friend who had worked with her for years. To say that I was impressed with her work would be an understatement - she blew me away. Not only did she fit within my budget needs, she came up with a plan that captured everything I wanted. My husband had a photographer there when he proposed, so we didn't do the traditional engagement and then wedding sessions. We ended up with an amazing motorcycle couples shoot, a boudoir shoot, and wedding coverage. Kayley was quick on her feet at our wedding - we had 300 guests spread out across a decent sized park with multiple buildings. She not only kept up, she also kept it together during an insane thunder storm at the end of the night! It was such a lovely and easy experience for my husband and I while we planned such a large wedding, we will definitely be coming back to her for future photography needs!
Rachael and J., 4 years ago
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Paul Douda Photography & Video

5.0

La Mesa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100

Have you ever met someone you just knew immediately was your person? We bet you have since you're here now! In 2015, Paul was the photographer at Crystal’s younger brother’s wedding, where she was a bridesmaid. We loved everything about that special day, but from the moment we locked eyes it was like time stood still. We knew then and there that we just hit the jackpot! Not only did we meet at a wedding, but we have both been in the events industry for well over a decade. Paul Douda Photography & Video offers full service wedding coverage for your big day in San Diego and beyond! We love to travel and destination weddings are a favorite!

If there was an option to award Paul Douda Photography 1000 stars, we would! We simply can't say enough great things about Paul and Crystal! From our engagement session to our wedding, everything they did was perfect! We aren't just talking about their products, either. They are fantastic at what they do and it's complimented by their wonderful and kind personalities; the complete package! If I had only one word to describe our experience with Paul Douda Photography, it would be easy. Planning? Easy! Vibe? Easy! Getting along? Easy! Day-of? Easy! Above all else, the perfect pictures, the heartwarming video, the overall experience, the best part is the friendship we developed with Paul and Crystal. From the bottom of our hearts, we couldn't be happier. A million and one thank yous!!
Stormie & K., 4 years ago
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Emma K Photography

5.0

Vista, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

INQUIRE ON MY WEBSITE! I've been doing this for 8 years now, & it really does get better with time. There are countless memories of laughter, holding back tears (mostly happy ones), surprises, & moments that my heart didn't see coming. The opportunity to meet couples that become friends is something I will always feel blessed to have. I love building that connection as much as possible! You two together is your own little piece of art. At least that’s how I see it! So with that being said, I don’t want to try & copy someone else’s art. How you interact together should be captured purely.

We loved working with Emma & give her our full recommendation. I spent a long time trying to find someone who fit within our budget and had a warm, romantic editing style. Emma nailed it. She took our engagement and wedding photos in Palm Springs, CA and we couldn't be more in love. We just got our wedding day sneak peeks back (within a week of our day) and completely adore what she captured. We are so excited to see the rest so we can relive our day over and over again.
Delaney H., 4 months ago
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Joni Bilderback Photography

5.0

Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Hi, I'm Joni! I've been photographing couples for over 10 years now and I just can't seem to get enough of it! My warm, bubbly personality always seems to keep EVERYONE in good spirits throughout the wedding day! I’m a calming force when things start to get stressful and ready to keep the energy up to dance the night away together! Sometimes wedding days don't go exactly as planned. I’m extremely flexible and prepared to provide expert, judgment-free guidance to help you pivot and get right back to having the time of your life!

Joni is the most talented photographer ever! Her attention to detail is amazing. Every single photo captured was PERFECT. Her edits are so bright and colorful which I was looking for in a photographer. She is the sweetest person and so easy going. We are obsessed with our photos and I couldn't be happier!!
Danielle D., 6 months ago
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Studio Vieren

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600

Studio Vieren is a photography studio based in Southern California providing our services to those celebrating life's big and small moments. Studio Vieren is built on celebrating who YOU are, what’s important to YOU, what YOU love, where you’ve been and where you’re going.

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Hiring Tara to photograph our wedding was the best decision I made. She is professional, so kind, incredibly organized, and an amazing photographer. She was so communicative every step of the way and was always checking in. She was so flexible if we wanted to pivot from our schedule and ensured everything went smoothly. The photographs I’ve seen so far leave me in awe! I would give her 1000 stars if I could!!
Emily B., a year ago
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Shaun Baker Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995

Shaun Baker is San Diego’s Premier Wedding Photographer. Shaun grew up studying film/television and the art of story telling. “I love people and I am fascinated by the way we interact. I love the stories that each of us carry around. That’s what makes us all great. I have a need to capture the individuals raw emotions and give it back in a beautiful way. “When the camera is in my hand, normalcy is the furthest thing from my mind. It is normal for me to be in a tree, on a rooftop, or laying on the ground during a wedding so I am always in the best position to get the most creative shot possible. I'm always striving to exceed expectations.

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Shaun is a fantastic photographer and a very patient, kind person. Our team often partners with him to cover events and he's always great to work with. His work quality is amazing, and he communicates well with other team members and vendors, which is key to a smooth event. We would happily work alongside him anytime, and you can't go wrong booking him.
Nick Powers Productions, 2 years ago
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Heather Elise Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

San Diego wedding photographer, Heather Elise, has been photographing weddings, individuals and families here in San Diego for many years. A San Diego native herself, she loves capturing her clients in the amazing natural studio that we call home, San Diego. Heather makes sure that you are enjoying the entire experience by keeping you comfortable and having FUN while her creative juices are flowing! "I have to pinch myself everyday! I am truly lucky to share such special occasions with so many different people doing what I love. It is hard to call this a job....rather a passion!" San Diego wedding photographer, Heather Elise

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We were so blessed to work with Heather for our wedding! She did an incredible job on our pictures and she made sure we all looked perfect in every picture. We loved working with her so much that we brought her back to do our maternity pictures and our sons 1.5 yr pictures. We will definitely continue to use her in the future! I highly recommend her for any of your photography needs.
Shana + D., 4 years ago
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Wildly Free Photography

5.0

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

I believe that every love story is the best story, and I am passionate about telling those stories through photography. My goal during every session is to create such a fun experience that my clients relax into each other and open up in their natural state. I see people as radiant, inside and out, especially when in their relaxed and happy states. My goal is always to deliver not just a service, but an experience that lets my couples see and feel how extraordinary they truly are.

Miranda and Trevor are the ultimate wedding dream team, and they make you feel like one of their friends! We booked them for an engagement shoot and our wedding, which I highly recommend doing to help get you and your fiance comfortable with them and in front of the camera. At the engagement shoot, my fiance and I were a little nervous as we'd never done professional photos before, but Miranda and Trevor made us feel so at ease, and the photos look absolutely phenomenal. Miranda was also a huge help with developing my timeline -- I had a number of requests and was stressed about how quick the day would go especially with an early sunset time, but she helped me manage the schedule beautifully so on the day, we actually ended up having a little bit of extra time and never felt rushed! The whole wedding day was totally relaxed, and she and Trevor captured the BEST shots.
Francesca B., 5 months ago
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Liz Erban Photo

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200

We have enough stress in our everyday lives, and I refuse to add any more of it into yours. That's why I do everything I can to make your photography experience as stress-free as possible. This means answering your emails quickly, freely sharing all of my knowledge & expertise with you, and walking alongside you throughout your entire planning process.

Liz is a gem! She is so much fun to work with and truly caring of her clients. I’m a planner so working with a photographer that truly understand the meaning of working as a team means makes a huge difference on how well the day will go. She was so on top of everything and didn’t miss a beat. She has such an amazing and happy easy-go personality that makes working with her so much fun! She captures rad and intimate moments so seamlessly. If you want someone that truly loves what they do and cares about you, she’s your gal!
Diana Belles, 4 years ago
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Jennifer Dery Photography

5.0

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

I notice all the things. I'm the friend that goes running outside into the rain to find a rainbow because I can see that special glowy "rainbow-light" between storms. I'm the friend that will trip while walking because I'm too busy noticing the birds in the trees, or the classic art deco design of a building, or that adorable couple kissing on the bridge, to bother watching where I'm walking. I'm the friend that will take you to lunch at a cozy cafe so we can chat for hours and drink champagne vs buy you a gift for your birthday because spending time and attention with you is what we cherish most, and I know you love that too.

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Jen has an uncanny knack for creating systems that ensure that things run smoothly, even under challenging circumstances. She also manages that intricate balance of bringing an enjoyable energy while also blending into the scenery, a great trait for a wedding photographer! And just take a minute to ask her about the different wedding shoots that she's done around the world... you'll be amazed and it will give you a sense of the breadth of her photographic abilities.
Stacy S., a year ago
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Willmus Weddings

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

Freshly landed from Paris, France. Christophe has been a travel photographer for the past ten years and decided to expand his creative horizons toward white dresses and bow ties here in California. His European touch will definitely bring something special to your wedding day.

Due to COVID, our wedding was postponed twice and ultimately cancelled. During each postponement, Willmus Weddings was still able to work with us. Ultimately the wedding was cancelled last minute due to the current restrictions and the fact that we were moving out of state in the next few months. The USS Midway was able to accommodate us to take the photos on the ship and even provided a beautiful intimate ceremony on the ship. Christophe and his videographer were there to capture this absolutely spectacular day. His professionalism along with his AMAZING talent could never go unnoticed. Thank you Christophe for helping create and capture the best memories and day of our lives! We are so grateful and thankful for you!!!
Shelby & E., 3 years ago
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Nick Mantzel Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,995

I fell in love with photography in high school and studied photojournalism in college. Before my wedding photography days, I honed my craft taking portraits – and chasing down breaking news stories for newspapers in my home state of Texas. I’m still a photojournalist at heart; telling your story is the soul of my work. I spend my free time outdoors as much as possible: hiking in the Laguna Mountains, camping in Joshua Tree, swimming at La Jolla Cove, sailing to Catalina Island.

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I love working with Nick! He is super sweet, very talented, and he makes the wedding day not feel like a workday. I would highly recommend couples hire him to capture their weddings and events. You will not regret it!
Gina, 4 years ago
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Adrian Burlaza Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600

My name is Adrian Burlaza, I was first introduced into photography in 2008 when I took an intro black & white photo course. I instantly fell in love with taking images with my camera and seeing them come to life by my own hands (literally, in the dark room). From that point I committed myself to this craft of image-making and scoured the internet, learning everything from nerdy equipment specs to creative techniques.

I can’t speak highly enough of our experience with Adrian! His photos are stunning and he is so incredibly nice. My husband and I both feel a little awkward in front of the camera and Adrian gave great instructions and put us at ease. He also captured so many small sweet moments, and really got the feel of our ceremony across. He got our photos back to us super fast too, overall a really amazing experience!
Pascalle R., 2 years ago
Chelsea Maples Photography

5.0

La Jolla, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Welcome. Chelsea is a fine art wedding photographer specializing in candid honest storytelling. She combines elements of photojournalism and fine art photography to creatively craft each couple’s love story. Producing natural, raw, timeless moments that will last a life time.

Chelsea is amazing. She makes you feel at ease and so much fun. Lots of fantastic fun photos that will be with us forever
Linda & B., 2 years ago
Lexx Creative

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,050

Hi, I'm Alexx! I grew up in San Diego and went to school in Malibu to study media production & math (I know, weird combo). Since then, I've lived in both Point Loma in SD and in West LA, so I'm always popping around all of SoCal! I absolutely adore weddings for the love, celebration, joy, and romance, so I want to make sure those are your main feelings throughout the day! What that means is I will always remain a calm presence in the chaos to help keep you grounded, but also blend into the background to give you space to just experience your day!

I don't even know where to begin. Alexx was hands down the best photographer we could have asked for. From the start she was supper communicative and within a day of inquiry, we had set up a time to chat and get acquainted. She is incredibly professional, but still super personable! We had so much fun with her at our engagement shoot, and the photos were INCREDIBLE. Her style is so organic and she makes you feel very comfortable from the start. She gave us so many tips leading up to the wedding about what to have ready for her and at what time, while still being super flexible with us if we needed to adapt. Day of with her was a breeze, too! She lead us through all of our photos and we wrapped up family photos quickly enough thanks to her that we were able to spend more time with our guests/family before the reception which was amazing! She had our previews to us within a few days and we are OBSESSED with every photo!! We cannot wait to see the full gallery :) Thank you so much for everything, Alexx!!!
Payten S., 2 years ago
Jamie Dee Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

We're Jamie and Ryan, and we specialize in artistic, honest and modern wedding photography. We love photographing couples, and the unique connection each couple has! We are originally from Florida, and now we are shooting weddings in SoCal as well as Tampa and the surrounding areas.

Jamie and Ryan were an absolute dream to work with. They will make you feel so at ease and your pictures will turn out amazing. I would have never expected to have pictures that make me feel like I’m reliving the day every time I look at them. They captured all of the emotions and tears and laughter so beautifully. If you’re considering Jamie and Ryan you won’t be disappointed I promise!
Kiah and D., 4 years ago
Justin Jay Photographer

5.0

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

Hello, I'm Justin. I happen to think that photography is one of the most cherishing, wonderful, and enjoyable things. It should be filled with love and creativity that one will never forget. I'm a believer in revealing your smiles, having a great time and most of all photos that will encapsulate everything about who you are for years to come!

Justin was so wonderful to work with. With Justin's excellent work my husband and I can revisit the best moments of our wedding day. His kindness and charisma brought on out the most genuine of smiles and made for such fun. His passion for photography and professionalism are both wonderfully evident in his product. My husband and I cannot thank him enough!
Kristina + M., a year ago
Ashgabes Photography

5.0

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

I'm Ash, a Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer based in SoCal. My work is best known for its light, vibrant and genuine style. Most know me for having a loud laugh, and big personality. When I am not behind a camera, I love to spend my time at the beach, camping with friends or reading a good book. Preferably, all of those things together!

I cannot say enough about Ashley! I talk her up to every single person I come across looking for photos. She took our engagement photos and our maternity photos, and not only were they so beautiful, but she made us feel like we are just hanging out (while she’s behind the camera)! On top of all of that, we were slated to have her photograph our wedding but due to COVID, it had to be moved. She made me feel so calm and gave me all the back up plans she could think of (all while planning her own wedding during COVID). In the end she recommended someone else who was also amazing for our new date, and then edited those photos for us. I can’t imagine working with anyone else in the future, and can’t wait for her to capture our growing family over the years. 5 stars to this very sweet, loving lady!
Jordan & T., 3 years ago
Color Shot Studio

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800

A wedding is a celebration of life coming together, it is one of the happiest events in one’s life. We just want you to enjoy and have the time of your life! Be there, laugh, and enjoy the party as we capture the story, people & decor as the event naturally unfolds. We will create a beautifully handcrafted picture story, especially for you to cherish all your life. Work with the top-shelf wedding photography studio in San Diego & Southern California to assure that your celebration is captured in the best possible way and by keeping your vision in mind.

Shilpa was absolutely amazing to work with! We hired her pretty close to our wedding date and she helped us so much on all the questions we had and met with us in person to go over all the small and important details and was able to accommodate to anything we needed and wanted to be done. She was able to capture every single important moment we wanted and more! The pictures came out so beautiful, vibrant and just perfectly edited to enhance the beautiful moments. She is very creative and shoots tons of different beautiful, fun poses and spots. She’s a very hard worker and she made everyone feel really comfortable and we had a great time taking fun pictures with our wedding guests! We would recommend her to anyone! The next time we need a photographer for anything we’re calling her! :)
Christina & M., 4 years ago
Rachael Marie Photography

5.0

San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500

Hi Friends! I'm Rachael and I’m a Southern California and Oklahoma City based wedding and boudoir photographer! I love me some chocolate cookies, coffee and tequila! I value family and friendships and I truly care about telling your love story! I mean you've been waiting for this moment forever so let's make it magical and memorable AF!

Rachael is more than just a wedding photographer, she creates and provides the best experience that truly creates a meaningful bond! We were fortunate to meet Rachael at my friend’s wedding and knew we had to have her capture our’s! She photographed our engagement, boudoir, and our wedding day. Words can’t even explain how incredible and happy we are with all of our photos! Rachael is SO fun and makes you feel so comfortable and natural! She captures the raw emotion, love, and joy in every single picture. Do yourself a favor and book with her! She is all around AMAZING!
Morgan and G., 3 years ago
Haley Douglas Photography

5.0

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

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
Vacay Photo

5.0

Cardiff, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700

Vacay Photo is a San Diego-based husband & wife team of wedding photographers. Our passion is to travel with you and your family to tell the perfect story of your most memorable day! There are so many memories and opportunities to capture. You will be blown away by the moments you might have missed. We are excited to build a beautiful portfolio of memories for you to look back on.

Irish and Cameron were everything my fiancé and have ever needed in photographers! They have taken our Christmas photos the last few years, and in 2019 they were able to capture our proposal! Our proposal and then engagement/save the date photos were absolutely stunning, and perfectly edited. The essence of who we are as a couple comes through the photos as well, we wouldn’t change a thing! I would recommend Vacay Photo for any type of event and you can trust that your photos will be high quality and beautiful! I couldn’t recommend them enough.
Anna and A., 4 years ago
Samantha McBee Photography

5.0

Ramona, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

When I’m not photographing moments and people you can find me bothering my dog & husband, trying to be a wannabe plant lady in the making, always searching for new ramen/pho places and snuggling in the blankets dressed in leggings and sweaters.

Samantha is the only photographer you’ll ever need. She can make any special occasion last forever. An amazingly talented photographer, with a keen eye for photography and detail, Samantha will bring life to any and every photo. I’ve hired her multiple times for various occasions and will definitely continue too.
Ally & J., 4 years ago
Aly Tovar Photography

5.0

Chula Vista, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

We're Aly & Joey Tovar. We specialize in natural, romantic, and nostalgic photography. Our images incorporate natural lighting and candid moments while still creating the narrative of your love story. Our focus is for you to feel comfortable in front of the camera and to create something that shows who YOU are. When we're not capturing love stories, we're probably road roadtripping somewhere in Cali or cozied up in our trailer home with our two pups. We're lovers of Jesus, music, coffee (more so for joey), our vintage record collection, and exploring new places. We can’t wait to meet you and hear your story!

Alyssa and Joey are a dream to work with. Very friendly, hands on, and not at all pushy or intrusive on your wedding day. They float in and calm your nerves, all the while capturing beautiful and organic images that tell a story. It has been a pleasure to partner with them on many of our smaller wedding offerings and I look forward to many more events to come!
Laura Fraize, 3 years ago
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Teresa LoJacono Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,850

Candid wedding photography means working with the elements, capturing the atmosphere, soul, life, love, and energy of the day. Your wedding story deserves to be told in a way that’s real and unguarded. Let your wedding photography define your day, and capture the connection between you and your loved ones, and tell your story in its truest form. Within those candid moments you'll be able to relive your wedding day 10, 20 and 30 years from now. Deep down most of us want more then just a pretty picture to look back on, but rather images that put the butterflies back in your stomach and make you feel like you are back in your dress again.

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Third Coast Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Oh, hey! I'm Tanya. We're here you, sitting on the couch, half watching Netflix, planning your wedding day on your phone! We're here for you if you're thinking, "HOW do I choose as an elopement photographer? And, "What the heck do I do for those family members who can't travel"

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Irish and Cameron - Photos by the Sea
Cardiff, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Welcome. We are Irish and Cameron Crow… and we have been shooting weddings together since 2012. Our journey in wedding photography brought us together as friends and has evolved into a solid husband and wife team taking on weddings all over the world. Irish’s dad has been a part of the Cabo community for over 30 years and we thought it was about time to join him in the year-long sun and sand.

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The Sacred Wild Photography
Escondido, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I'm Melyssa, owner and photographer of The Sacred Wild Photography located in North San Diego, CA. I'm a mom of 3 boys and married to my best friend whose on this amazing photography and videography journey with me. Being invited to peak in at the most delicate and precious moments between others is not something I take lightly and I am beyond honored to do this for a living. I make it my personal responsibility in every session to thoughtfully freeze the nuances of authentic relationships.

Whole Heart Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,450

Welcome. Your wedding day is a day that you'll think back on your entire life. There are so many big emotions and events, but also those soft quiet moments in between. I'm here not just to capture it all, but to tell your love story. I want you to look back at your photos years later and be able to get lost in your day all over again.

Pacific Vows Elopements
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Simon is an adventure elopement photographer and officiant. He traveled throughout 47 states and decided to settle down in beautiful San Diego. He says he got into adventure weddings and elopements by accident. Liza asked him to be a second shooter for an elopement once, and it was a truly life-changing experience for him. “It’s one of the most important events in most couples’ lives. I felt so excited, and grateful for getting to be a part of it all. Adventure weddings and elopements are filled with emotion, and an adventurous, romantic spirit.

Alicia Jeanne Photography
San Marcos, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,899

I've been photographing weddings since 2014. I love capturing candid moments, especially the surprising ones filled with joy and love. I mostly like to blend into the crowd so that I can catch the most authentic emotions. I've worked with many different couples from all different backgrounds, and I love incorporating their ideas and personalities into their dream wedding photos.

Jess Living Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

I am a natural-light lifestyle and wedding photographer. My photos primarily have people as the main focus, and in majorly a candid style. My approach to photography is based on my perspective and belief that life is beautiful, and each moment of our lives is worthy of remembering.I believe that photography is both an art, and an experience. My goal is to make the experience just as valuable as the memories captured. I have a passion for experiencing the world around me. I feel grateful to have been given life on this amazing earth and I want to experience every culture and see every inch of what nature has to offer.

Sarah and Brent Photography
Encinitas, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

We know how important this decision is. We've been there. You're looking for someone that can tell your story artistically and authentically. You're looking for something a little modern but timeless. You're looking for a work of art that will bring back all the emotions of your favorite day. well, you're in the right place. you can check one more thing off your to-do list!

Kaitlin Springg Photography
Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Welcome ◦I love that my job is literally providing a safe space + encouraging people to express their true selves in front of me, letting the raw emotions seep out + capturing those moments to freeze time so you can relive that moment, that memory, that emotion whenever you look at the images again! ◦You deserve to archive these seasons of your life so that future generations can look back on these precious times. ◦Let's tell a story together--one that is genuine, authentic + about your unique love!

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Naiya Ross Photography
Escondido, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200

Naiya Ross Photography is a wedding photography business operating out of Escondido, California. Previously working in photojournalism, I have a keen eye for capturing the candid moments of authentic emotion that reveal themselves throughout every once-in-a-lifetime celebration. I try to put passionate and creativity into every project that I take on, I strive to craft stress-free photography experiences and images that reflect each couple’s one-of-a-kind romantic bond.

Berlynn Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

Hello!! My name is Berlynn and my goal is to provide you with meaningful, artistic and wildly romantic imagery. I specialize in natural imagery with stunning custom color and retouch photography packages for all things weddings, elopements, engagement + lifestyle adventures! I provide both a traditional and a non-traditional photographic approach depending on your vibe, which includes: full coverage of candids, artistic portraits, a photojournalistic style with formals and lots of fun in between.

Sloane Photo
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

Emotional, Raw & Captivating images that you can feel. The people, the details, how you feel throughout your day, and the memories you take with you. If it matters to you, it matters to us. Because you guys, there aren’t many careers where you can hold someone’s memories and give them that joy back. And from where we’re standing… that’s an honor, and a pretty important job!

Joey Fandel Photography
Oceanside, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I'm a restless wanderer with a new project always brewing in my head. It could be building a custom camper van, a new character to develop, or designing my dream off grid compound. Photography helps me to be completely in the moment, focused on what's happening in the here & now. It allows me to fully connect with the energy of the situation, & to capture that energy as I feel it. My images are meant to be timeless, to maintain their feeling as styles change and fads come & go. When in nature I find myself always in a state of awe, thinking of the ancient feet that have walked the same path & the wandering eyes that have seen the same sights.

Aly Famoso
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100

My name is Alyssa Aparicio (also known as Aly). I recently got married but decided to keep my maiden name as my business and that's where my last name Famoso comes from. I am a 25 year old Wedding Photographer based in San Diego. I've now been a photographer for 6 years and specialize in couples and wedding photography. I am such a PEOPLE PERSON!! I love making new friends, meeting new people, new families, couples, children and even fur babies! Beyond photography, its people that im passionate for and I wouldn't change my career for anything.

Rey Benasfre Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

I got into the photography business back in 2016 because of people just like you – who want to enjoy an unforgettable experience and to remember it in a unique way. You’re why I put a creative spin on typical photographs – and create astonishing works of art. So that you’ll not only remember the past but have something extraordinary to share with the future. Because your photos are bigger than you. They are your legacy. And that deserves to be documented beautifully.

Aubree Lynn Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I have an organic, fun-loving approach to photography. My camera is an extension of who I am - someone continually inspired by love, human connection, and the way in which individuals communicate through body language, words, and movement. My husband Teddy and I live in Poway, California with our 3 year old daughter Hazel & 11 month old son Bodie. I’m a homebody through and through, but love traveling to new places and finding ways as a family to stay active and outdoors as much as possible.

Kate Van Amringe Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Hi hi!! So glad you've stumbled upon my page and want to know more! I am a SoCal girl through and through. Growing up in LA pretty much solidified my need for 75 degree whether and access to the beach at all times. I love laughing, being in nature, a really good meal, well crafted cocktails and connecting with people. It's one of my favorite parts of this job, and I want to show up on your wedding day feeling like an old friend. Can't wait to get started!!

Fonyat Wedding Photographer
Carlsbad, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I’ve got to capture weddings in the most unique venues of my city, from beaches to ballrooms, and vineyards to fairways. During my career I’ve had the honor of working with remarkable, impressionable couples as well as top wedding professionals Today, I capture moments throughout the United States and around the world. With my passion for photography fueling me, I live to create vivid, beautiful images that tell stories of the people living within them. I use my home-based, world-cultured creativity to create breathtaking galleries of organic moments during once-in-a-lifetime occasions

Shelby Paige Photography
Poway, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

I was born and raised in sunny San Diego, California. I am a wife to my high school sweetheart and hero, and a mother to two sweet blonde boys. I love coffee, dogs, hanging on the beach, and spending quality time with the people I love. I love hard and wear my heart on my sleeve. I will most definitely tell you how I’m feeling and what I think because I believe honesty goes a long way! I am a sucker for a cold beer or a glass of wine. I also enjoy hiking, plants, cooking healthy meals for my family and decorating our home.

The Kinship Perspective
La Mesa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Welcome. meet the photographer, Miranda Smith. Well… because wedding days go by fast - really fast - and I want to help you slow the pace down a little. More than that, wedding days are full of so many different emotions - I want to help you remember all the feelings and laughter and teary moments later when you have the time to take them out and savor them.

French in Firs
Vista, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Our passion lies in capturing your essence in its truest form. We want to create a partnership with you, grounded by trust & friendship. This is your day. Your day to breathe, take space, cry, laugh, dance, and revel in the moments. The most stunning images are caught in instances of extreme truth, so you be you, and we'll be there to bottle it up!

Morgan Louise Photography
Bonsall, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Welcome. My work is inspired by the west coast, human connection, film, soft light, earth tones, giving you an authentic, organic feeling of true bliss. Whether its your big day or capturing your current season of love on the weekend, I am all in.

Sanford Creative
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

We are Scott and Amanda; a husband and wife team located in Southern CA. We have been shooting weddings together since 2012, and after our own wedding, we went full time and created our photography business. Photography has taken us all over the country and we have met the most amazing people. Our goal is to work alongside other creative couples who want to make beautiful and authentic images.

Ness Aral Photography
San Diego, CA
  • Photojournalistic style

Professional wedding photographer over twenty years of experience. Captured more than 300 weddings around the world for amazing couples and families. I am an innovative and creative fine arts photography artist with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Photography, which established my technical knowledge of fine arts photography, professional photography with dark room and digitally edited modern photographs.

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Eivan's Photo & Video

4.9

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves El Cajon, 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 used Eivan’s for our wedding day and we were incredibly impressed! Our photographer captured our wonderful day perfectly and we had so much fun shooting our pictures! Thank you Eivan’s!
Jordan B., 10 months ago
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Drzazga Photo

5.0

Cleveland, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves El Cajon, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I got married December 18, 2020. Planning a wedding mid pandemic was not easy but thankfully working with Carly & Kasey was. They were hands down the best decision we made for our wedding day! Easy to work with, professional, kind, accountable... And obviously their work is simply INCREDIBLE. I still stare at our photos and am just in awe at how beautifully and flawlessly our day was captured. Hands down the best of the best in the business!!! You cannot go wrong with booking Drzazga for your big day!
Morgan G., 3 years ago
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Justin McCallum Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Hi! I’m Justin (he/him) and I’m here to affirm your love, make you feel like a fucking rockstar, and dance like a total fool. Oh, and take so many gorgeous photos of y’all. Obvs. My style blends both documentary photojournalism and fine art photography: coaching folks who are shy in front of the camera, then stepping back to capture authentic moments uninterrupted. I’ve been lucky enough to have my work published by A Practical Wedding, The New York Times, GLAMOUR, People Magazine and many other fabulous outlets. I'm a stereotypical Capricorn that loves drag shows, campy horror films, every dog I meet, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

Awarded Best of Zola
We can’t say enough wonderful things about Justin! My husband and I just got the first batch of our wedding photos, and they look exactly the way the day felt: beautiful, warm, and authentically happy. From our first call, it was clear Justin understood exactly what we wanted from our wedding photos, and from our wedding in general. Throughout the entire wedding planning process, he was kind, respectful, and genuinely interested in getting to know us. By the day of the wedding, we were excited to hang out with him and introduce him to our friends! Justin and Emily made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, and even managed to get our 2 year-old nephew to stand still long enough for some great photos. Working with Justin was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding!
Alison G., 7 months ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography

5.0

Ashburn, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

A boutique wedding photographer specializing in editorial style photos, Sophia Osborne Photography creates timeless memories you can look back on for years to come. As somebody with a lifelong passion for photography, Sophia has over half a decade of experience in the wedding industry and loves capturing organic, romantic and unscripted moments during weddings and elopements.

Awarded Best of Zola
We didn’t have a lot of direction or guidance for what we wanted for photos out of our wedding, but Sophia took what we gave her and absolutely killed it! She managed to capture all the important parts of our day and the photos are all bright and beautiful!
Kara & R., 2 years ago
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Hopkins Co

5.0

Nashville, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves El Cajon, 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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Savannah and Jon did our engagement and wedding photos and we. love. them! They are super personable and professional, communication was clear and timely, and most importantly they made us feel so comfortable and special during our engagement and wedding! We wanted to include our 2 year old Goldendoodle in our engagement pictures and not only did they make it happen, but Savannah was so patient with him and got THE BEST pictures of our little family. During our wedding, Savannah and Jon captured all of the fun and special family and friend moments we wants also captured some really beautiful and artistic shots that I could never have dreamed up, but absolutely cherish having. We got sneak peaks the next day and had our fully gallery just two months after our wedding, even with our wedding being right in the middle of a busy season! I absolutely recommend Hopkins Co as your photographer. You won't regret it!
Sara Catherine K., a year ago
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A+M Badillo Images

5.0

Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

We’re Andrew and Marijo (pronounced mary•joe), a husband and wife team! Our style is bright, vibrant, nostalgic with a mix of candids and cinematic images. We love getting to know our couples before their big day! It helps us create more personal work that reflects your love. We hope you know that your love is special, and that we can see that it is. And that’s always how we’ll tell your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Highly Recommend Maryjo from A+M Badillo Images. We chose A+M Badillo Images for our Maternity photos and Maryjo has great energy and is professional and enthusiastic throughout the whole process, we literally felt like time flew by so fast from when we started the photo shoot. She gave very clear directions and assisted us with poses. Most importantly, she delivered an outstanding gallery for us in a short amount of time, it's the best surprise we could ask for. Pricing is reasonable and she is very open to communication, all the emails are returned in a timely manner. There's just nothing negative about this experience, and i would like to recommend any couple or families who are looking into professional photography to work with them.
Vivian W., 3 years ago
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A Nomadic Love

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Together Carly and Elliot of Nomadic Love are the ultimate power team for your wedding day. As a husband and wife team feeding off one another’s strengths, they can truly maximize on so many more elements than a single person.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure to work with Carly and Elliot from Nomadic Love the summer. I am a wedding planner in the Hudson Valley and have the opportunity to work with some great artists. Carly and Elliot are one of those incredible teams. From their professionalism to their kind hearted nature and of course their incredible eye for photography and their fun direction throughout the day to the clients makes them a top-notch candidate for any couple getting married. Their photographs are fun, playful, beautiful and treasures to keep. I highly recommend! Gina Gina Maloney Events
GIna Maloney, a year ago
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Soda Fountain Photo

4.9

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

I’m Mysi (pronounced, boringly, “Missy”)! I’ve been at this thing for 12 years and I keep falling more and more in love with it all. Give me intimate micro-weddings, quirky dive bar weddings, raucous South Asian weddings... my team and I absolutely thrive in chaos and emotion. My specialty is catching the moments and those tiny moments in between. ✨✨✨

Awarded Best of Zola
Mysi was hired as a photographer for a wedding that I planned. She was very professional, kind, personable, warm, and VERY easy to work with - leading up to the special day of the wedding. She didn't need hand holding at all on the busy day and was a vendor I did not have to worry about at all. And I do not say that for every vendor. She was very communicative with me, understood the wedding timeline, and was very flexible (which, from a planner's point of view, is very important, as not all vendors do that)! She's one of my favorite vendors I have ever worked with and I highly recommend! - Trang, Wedding Planner at Weddings By Trang
Trang, 8 months ago
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Gemini Sun Creative

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves El Cajon, 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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My (now) husband and I had a huge wedding planned in September, and as the date was getting closer, we were very stressed and overwhelmed. We were torn because we have big families and wanted them all there, but I started to realize I felt like this huge wedding was taking away from this feeling special to me. So about two months before the big day, we decided we wanted to elope first, just the two of us, at our favorite nature spot. Not only was Dani able to accommodate us on short notice, she also helped us to find an officiant, and was helpful with other ideas and recommendations -- which was a HUGE help to me amongst the chaos. Dani is just absolutely wonderful and I am so grateful for her. She was calm and patient throughout the whole process. She is such a pleasure to be around and she shared in our excitement with planning and on the day of our elopement. She was so helpful the entire day. She went on a pretty far walk with us to our special spot, taking photos along the way, and she helped to make us feel comfortable as she coached us through poses. The photos she captured us were absolutely STUNNING. I really love how the mood of her photos and how she captures the light of the sun so beautifully. She was also patient and loving with my dog who was there with us and got some great shots of him too. :) I am so incredibly happy with this experience. If I ever need a photographer for anything else in my life, I am 100% going with Dani. Thank you!!!
Vienna, a year ago
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Gabbie Burseth Photo

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

My name is Gabbie, and I'm a wedding photographer for the couples who seek a non-traditional approach to their big day. I'm a sucker for a candid moment, intimate ceremonies, and black-and-white images from the 1980s. My work is photojournalistic — I approach weddings through a documentary lens, telling the truth with beautiful and timeless imagery.

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I cannot give high enough praise to Gabbi and her assistant Nick. Our other photographer backed out last minuet and we are SO lucky that Gabbi was available. Communication was super easy and all of the pricing was transparent and easy to understand. On top of all of that, the photos from our wedding are just stunning. I'm so impressed at how Gabbi and Nick always seemed to be exactly in the right place at the right time to capture every single special moment. If you can book Gabbi, you should. You will not be disappointed!
Kim L., a year ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves El Cajon, 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.

My Husband and I got married April 14th, 2024 and didn't think we'd "need" a Videographer. This was the very last thing we added to our wedding planning.. yes, even after small things like arranging the seating chart, whether we wanted favors, etc. This by far was THE BEST DECISION WE MADE. We found Ledd Lens on Zola and inquired about their services about 2 months before the wedding. Usually, couples book videographers at least a year in advance. They asked what our budget was, what we were looking for and came back with 3 options to choose from. The prices were VERY AFFORDABLE and included their TRAVEL to Philadelphia. Having every moment on video to rewatch with our family or just alone is the best feeling after all the planning we did over 13 months. Randall was amazing! He had us choose 3 songs to use in our highlight video, but ended up using 1. The other 2, he chose, and they fit even better than the ones we thought would! He also threw in a few bonus footage as well. Absolutely amazing and professional company to work with. We are so happy!! Thank you Ledd Lens!
Jessica M., a month ago
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Holly Castillo Photography

5.0

Malibu, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves El Cajon, 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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Holly is such an easy person to work with! And she truly loves her job, which shows in her beautiful work. A trusted professional who I can feel good about recommending to others.
Brigitte, 3 years ago
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Shelby Phillips Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves El Cajon, 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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Working with Shelby in 2022 was truly magnificent - she is kind, compassionate, professional, while also getting the JOB DONE. We worked together on a post-COVID wedding that was nearly 4 years in the making. Shelby made the bride and groom feel like the most special humans on the planet, while taking some insanely gorgeous photos at the same time. Shelby's communication and attention to details and timeline constraints in the weeks leading up to the wedding are the bride and planner's dream! We love Shelby and the service she provides :)
Ani Wolff Weddings, 2 years ago
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Captured by Dani & Bree

5.0

Calimesa, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Hi there! We are Dani and Bree. We are a fun loving wedding photography duo! We specialize in Engagement, Bridal Boudoir and Wedding Photography. We pride ourselves on not only capturing the typical posed portraits, but also the candid, intimate moments throughout your entire wedding day.

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We had such a pleasant experience with Dani! These ladies are professional and enjoyable to be around. Our pictures turned out beautifully and we have recommended them to many of our friends and family already. Thank you for helping capture such a magical moment in our lives!
Madison B., 2 years ago
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Danya Izarraraz Wedding Photographer

5.0

Palm Springs, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

YOU'RE ENGAGED!! Now what? Wether you are having an intimate backyard wedding or a 300+ festival style wedding, my goal is always the same, making sure my couples are always comfortable and being themselves in front of my camera.

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We had an amazing experience working with Danya for our elopement, she's laid back and easy going while also providing us with direction when needed. She had a lot of experience shooting around Palm Springs and had suggestions for places that would fit our vibe and schedule. Our photos turned out sooo beautifully and the sneak peeks came back super fast. Highly recommend!!
Erica B., 17 days ago
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Stephanie Hanno Photography

5.0

Glendora, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Stephanie Hanno Photography specializes in fine art wedding photography with a documentary and photojournalistic approach. Southern California based but travels worldwide. Capturing your special moments to last a lifetime.

Steph was the most amazing photographer, I can’t recommend her enough!! The photos came out beautifully but it was an added bonus to have such a great day with her. Neither myself or fiancé are comfortable in front of the camera but she made us feel comfortable enough to actually have fun and enjoy the shoot. If you’re looking for an amazing photographer definitely hire her !
Maya, a year ago
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Abby Taylor Photography

5.0

Newport Beach, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Hi I’m Abby! been told all my life that I have an artistic flair and a gift for creativity, but that’s not the only reason why I started my career in wedding photography. I’m the biggest romantic and feel things deeply — in my photography there’s no detail in your connection that goes unnoticed. The little winks and smirks that silently set your soul on fire, the quirks that stay hidden to everybody else but you, and the parts of them that somehow make you fall in love with them even more… They’re how I tell stories because I know that in time, those are the things you’ll cherish the most.

There aren’t enough words to describe what a pleasure it has been working with Abby!! She made the process so simple and stress free for us & we’re so grateful! She offers engagement photos as part of her package which allows the couple and the photographer(s) to get to know each other prior to the wedding day which I find to be so genius!! We had so much fun and felt so at ease during our engagement session and on our wedding day, it felt as if we were hanging out with friends. We’re so glad to have worked with Abby for our wedding and can’t wait for her to be a part of future milestones! Thank you again, Abby!! So much love to you.
Tiffany and K., a month ago
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Fatima Elreda Photo

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

I set my mind and soul to this craft about 5 years ago and my heart just grew with every couple I met and every story I learned and told through my favorite medium of photography. It is the absolute best feeling being able to photograph the genuine love and happiness a couple expels through their wedding day. Nothing can beat the emotions and the charm of that. It's an honor to be able to translate those emotions onto images so people can look back through them and get back those feelings years and decades later.

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We chose Fatima based off of all of her amazing reviews, and she did not disappoint! Not only is Fatima an absolute gem of a person, she is also incredibly talented! Her photography style is so classic and made us feel like we were in a magazine. We were so camera shy at first but she made us feel so comfortable. I truly feel like I gained a new, talented friend! On our wedding day, she made sure we were able to capture all of the photos we requested and was so flexible and efficient throughout our wedding day. We got our sneak peeks and are so in love with the photos, and we cannot wait to receive our full wedding gallery!
Elizabeth H., 7 months ago
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The Jaramillos

5.0

Bedford, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

The Jaramillos, a husband and wife Photography duo. We specialize in capturing the authentic and raw moments with an editorial flair. Whether you want iconic photos to post, or to have for your future grandchildren to gaze upon, or anything in-between we are the photographers for you.

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The Jaramillos were an absolute dream to work with! They captured such a special moment for me, and not only were the photos beautiful, but I felt so encouraged and loved on during the shoot! My engagement was a surprise, and the way that they captured the moment was such a gift. Because of the Jaramillos, I felt so confident during the shoot, but also felt like the happiest girl in the world! Thank YOU, Reigna and Isaac!
Eryne Van S., a month ago
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Cecilia Jean Photography

5.0

Methuen, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Hey! I'm Natasha owner of Cecilia Jean Photography. I know confusing right. Well Cecilia is my daughter and she inspired me to become a photographer hence the name. Im here to capture all the special moments for my couples. A photographer is someone who captures fragments of your day for you to relive them over and over whenever you want. Im here to help in your wedding process as much as possible. As a wedding photographer I'm here not just to take stunning photos that you can cherish forever, but to cheer you on and capture all the moments in between as well as the main event moments. I love what I do.

Natasha and Meg worked hard to capture our special day and did an AMAZING job. She’s incredibly easy to work with and makes the picture process fun and exciting. 10/10 highly recommend!!
Taylor R., 5 days ago
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Jessica Yahn Photography

5.0

Springfield, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I am so happy that you are considering including us to be a part of it. I commit to a limited number of Weddings per year to ensure that your day remains a priority. Photography is all about connection and your photographer will be one of the biggest and longest-lasting connections you’ll share with any of your wedding vendors. I strive to create beautiful portraits, but also a lasting relationship with my couples. When you book with us, you are not just a client, you become part of the JYP family! I am honored to have the opportunity to laugh…to cry…to share your love story.

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Jessica is so sweet, professional, and talented! So thankful we trusted her and Sean to do our wedding photos/videos! She even helped us dig for audio footage months after our wedding was over!
KM, 5 months ago
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Tooney White Photography

5.0

Modesto, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves El Cajon, 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 is so sweet! She went above and beyond for our photo sessions! We did a boudoir, engagement, and wedding session! Her eye captures all the things us normal people don’t see. Our sneak peaks were putting us on the edge of our seat wanting to see all the photos! The pictures were amazing! Just what we wanted in a photographer and the style of pictures as well. Her partner Howard was also a pleasure to work with! Both of them made us feel very comfortable and it was like having our friends take our pictures! Definitely would recommend Tooney white to anyone!
Nancy T., a day ago
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Kayla.Ash Photography

5.0

Wildomar, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Hi, It's Kayla and I'm thrilled you pop into my profile. I've spent 5 years capturing the beauty of people through photography in Southern California. Wouldn't you agree someone's passion is the drive that amazes people? My passion since I was a babe has always been photography. A camera has been by my side since I was five years old. I took photography in high school and once graduated I grew my clientele. Hear from one of my clients "The pictures came out beautiful and had my mother in tears of joy. She made us all feel very beautiful in the pictures. I highly recommend her photography services and will definitely be using her again. "

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Working with Kayla was a breeze. She’s very attentive and great to work with! I would definitely recommend using her for all your photo needs!
Sophie , 7 months ago
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Dean MacKay Photography

5.0

Landers, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

I'm a wedding and fine art photographer, and hopeless romantic, based near Joshua Tree, California, shooting unforgettable couples all over Southern California, western Nevada and Arizona. I can also be found in New York City and New Jersey, Maine, and all along the New England coast, as well as Seattle, Denver, East Texas, Philadelphia, Central Pennsylvania and other destinations! My style is mix of photojournalist, traditional, and an ever evolving creativity for your bridal portraits, to produce images that are beautiful, timeless, and artistic. I love to mix in a little black and white, too.

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Dean was absolutely perfect for our wedding. Well priced, plenty of pictures, and reasonable policies. He’s incredibly friendly and professional, and truly goes above and beyond.
Julie A., 5 months ago
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MKEshoots Photography

5.0

Porter Ranch, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Based out of Los Angeles, CA, MKEshoots Photography specializes in wedding and portrait photography. We truly understand the importance of capturing your wedding in its full glory. We both have over 6 years of experience in professional wedding photography. We place great importance on documenting the wedding day and capturing its essence through our photography. We want all our clients to be able to cherish the memories captured and relive their wedding day over and over. Our team specializes in capturing natural, documentary-style, candid photos.

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Murtaza’s work is exceptional. Everyone thought our photos were amazing!
Marco F., 10 months ago
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Bellocq Weddings

5.0

New Orleans, LA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Are you frustrated with combing through page after page of the same old cliche'd wedding photos? Looking for something classic and timeless but with a bit of an edge? We got you. I've been creating wedding day memories for over a decade now. New Orleans. Chicago. Minneapolis. The PNW. NYC. We travel all over this country, and even internationally, when the right opportunity presents itself, documenting love stories for our amazing couples. Our goal with each new wedding, is not to be just good or “good enough”--the goal is to be world-class, one of the top wedding photography teams in the world. Each couple helps us accomplish this.

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J is truly incredible to work with! He immediately made me feel comfortable and wasn’t “pushy” when I was deciding on photographers. We picked him because 1.) his photography is seriously amazing, and 2.) he is a genuinely wonderful guy, and I knew he would put me at ease throughout the day. His rates are also very reasonable and there are no “hidden” fees. I really liked that he was with us the ENTIRE day too! We just got our wedding photos back (SUPER FAST TURNAROUND) and I am completely in love! I don’t even have the words to describe how incredible they are. He captured so many moments that I didn’t even know happened, and now we have hundreds of photos of people laughing and crying throughout the day that I wouldn’t have ever seen if he wasn’t there! We wanted someone that was artistic and didn’t just take the “stereotypical” wedding photos, and he exceeded our expectations. He was very responsive throughout the entire process and took the time to thoroughly answer every single question I had. He was even helpful during the wedding day with things not entirely photographer related, like helping me find something I lost at one point and exuding a “chill” vibe that definitely calmed everyone down! My entire family adored him, and we are already thinking of new events in life that we will hire J for! I am SO thankful he was with us for our engagement photos and wedding day, and I cannot recommend him enough!
Jessi A., 5 months ago
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Peterman Photography

5.0

Tucson, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

If pictures really are worth thousands of words, then allow me to be the one to help you tell your story. Allow me to let you live in the moment. Let me capture that moment, forever, for you. No matter the task, the project, or the goal, I know that we can immortalize your memories, together. Making seconds last forever. Making moments last a lifetime.

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Craig was a pleasure to work with. He was early, and his final product was amazing and quickly returned. I am so glad that I chose Peterman Photography. He made the day so easy and kept everyone on time. I don't know what I would have done without him! His attention to detail and dedication to amazing photos shows in his actions and how he interacts with his couples. Thanks Craig!
Katelynn Kay, a year ago
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Oh Lovely Wedding

5.0

Carmichael, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Hi! I'm Amanda. I never need an excuse to road trip or dance like no one is watching and my soul would probably shrivel up and die without music and high five moments. Finding kindred spirits is the best medicine and I will stop at nothing to savor a fleeting moment. Helping you look and FEEL amazing is literally the best part of what I get to do! I thrive on making your photos a completely comfortable, fun and utterly painless process! I absolutely LIVE for this.

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We cannot say enough great things about Amanda and Oh Lovely Wedding! She was always available leading up to the big day and kept everything and everyone SO organized the day of. We had a very large bridal party and she managed everyone like a pro! Amanda even stayed a little longer to capture everything for us when we were running behind. The pictures are SO beautiful and we are going to cherish them forever! Our wedding was over 2 weeks ago and I have not stopped getting comments on how beautiful our photos are. Thank you Amanda! I would absolutely recommend Oh Lovely Wedding to anyone still shopping for a photographer
Shelbey T., 3 months ago
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Kristy Tasca Photography

4.9

Charleston, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Kristy Tasca Photography is a Charleston-based Destination Wedding, Elopement + Portrait Photographer documenting authentic love stories + moments. With 12 years experience as a photographer and 25+ years experience as a coach, Kristy truly makes her clients feel comfortable and like the best version of themselves. Maya Angelou said it best, “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style”. So, let’s get together, look cute, laugh, get to know one another and capture your love like you’ve never seen before.

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Kristy was amazing! Such amazing work and so easy and fun! We cannot recommend her enough!! Hands down the best wedding photographer in New York!
Reed W., 3 years ago
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Tiago Pinheiro Photography

5.0

Henderson, NV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

Hi! So you’re getting married and you made it here :) First off, congratulations! Love found your heart, and this is all that matters. I’m Tiago and before being a vendor of your wedding, I want you to keep in mind that behind the camera there is a person, who is more interested in your life story, and in the history of your love to translate it into pictures. With that said, before we talk about photography, we can have a beer or a good wine and get to know each other better. If you are willing to do this and also have elegant, romantic and very natural images, it will be an honor to be part of your life by clicking on your special day.

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Tiago took our wedding photos, and we couldn’t be happier! Since the first day, he explained to us his ideas and they all matched with ours. Taking photos with Tiago was so fun and he made that moment unforgettable. We highly recommend him!
Ana, a year ago
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Russ Levi Photography

5.0

Petaluma, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

I am an irreverent guy who just so happens to create beautiful-rich-vibrant-uniquely-authentic wedding photography in and around the Bay Area, all over California and anywhere there’s beautiful light.

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I have worked with Russell several times and I admire his photography and people skills. He's great at keeping you laughing the entire day while coming up with incredible photographs. Highly recommend!
Lisa Stone, 4 years ago
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Sarah Yates Photo

5.0

Orange, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

I'll keep this short and sweet because truly, it's not about me. I'm here to get to know you and understand you. I'm a mom to my sweet baby boy, a wife to my college sweetheart, and my passion for my work comes from one place — getting to know you, understand you, and photograph your love with integrity.

Sarah and her team photographed our wedding in November 2020 and we could not have been more grateful. Her demeanor and authenticity make it so easy to work with her, and we never felt uncomfortable or awkward (as sometimes photos can make you feel). Being in our comfort zone was so important to us on our wedding day, and we could not have been more impressed by Sarah and her team. Apart from having a great and welcoming demeanor, they also delivered beautiful photos that captured our joy and told the story of our wedding so perfectly. Would recommend to anyone in search of a photographer on their special day!
Rachel, 8 months ago
Jordan Jankun Photography

5.0

Washingtonville, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves El Cajon, CA

I have been photographing weddings for 12 years and I love every second of it! I live in the Hudson Valley, but I travel all over the world for weddings. I started photographing weddings in college on the side and once I graduated I knew I wanted to continue to pursue weddings! If you'd like to inquire, please do so through my website!

Jordan not only makes your feel extremely comfortable during your photography sessions but helps direct you and make your pintrest board come alive. She is highly communicative and and I plan to use her for all future life events. Highly recommend booking with her if you want to make your vision come alive!
Erin, 4 months ago
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Sarah Peterson Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,888
  • Serves El Cajon, 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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About wedding photographers in El Cajon, CA

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

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

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

93% of photographers in El Cajon, 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 El Cajon, 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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